

Pop Shop Podcast
Billboard
Billboard's Keith Caulfield (Managing Director, Charts and Data Operations) and Katie Atkinson (Executive Digital Director, West Coast) offer weekly Billboard chart breakdowns, discuss the hottest music news and cover the year’s biggest musical events. Casual pop fans, chart junkies and everyone in between are invited to this weekly half-hour discussion.
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Jan 12, 2016 • 39min
David Bowie Remembered, Justin Bieber Hits No. 1 on the Hot 100, Gaga Wins a Globe
On the latest episode, we remember the late music legend David Bowie, who died on Jan. 10 at 69 years old. Plus, the Pop Shop team discusses Justin Bieber’s second No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100, “Sorry,” which bumps Adele’s “Hello” from the top slot. In addition, there’s chatter about Lady Gaga’s win at the Golden Globes, and the elite company she now keeps among performers who have earned a No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100 and a Golden Globe Award for acting. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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Jan 5, 2016 • 42min
Pop Shop Podcast 1/5/16: Music Hopes for 2016 (Taylor Swift! Frank Ocean!), Twenty One Pilots’ Big Chart Gains
On the latest episode, we welcome Time’s deputy culture editor Sam Lansky as a guest co-host. Keith, Katie and Sam talk about a variety of acts that see big gains on the charts in the week after Christmas – including Twenty One Pilots, who fly into the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time. The team also discuss their pop wishes for 2016, including hopes for Taylor Swift and Frank Ocean. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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Dec 23, 2015 • 1h 2min
Andy Grammer Interview, Year-End Ask the Pop Shop Spectacular
We close out 2015 with a year-end “Ask the Pop Shop” spectacular where we take listener questions about such acts as Mariah Carey and Kylie Minogue. Plus, we have interviews with singer/songwriter Andy Grammer and fellow podcast host Charlie Harding of Switched on Pop. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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Dec 17, 2015 • 52min
James Taylor Interview, Oscar Best Song Chatter, Music Stars on Broadway Wish List
On the latest episode, the legendary James Taylor calls in to the show to discuss his big year -- and his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200, "Before This World." Also on the show, we chat about Adele's continued success at the top of the charts, our wish list of music stars we'd like to see on Broadway (Adele! Jennifer Lopez! Cher!), and a discussion about possible contenders for best original song at the upcoming Academy Awards. (Will "See You Again" get a nomination? Could Lady Gaga or The Weeknd nab a nom? Might Eminem snag a second Oscar?) Plus: a fun Chart Stat of the Week about an unlikely No. 1 duet from an Oscar winner and an Oscar nominee. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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Dec 9, 2015 • 47min
Elle King Interview About Her Grammy Noms, Plus Coldplay's Big Super Bowl Gig & More
On the latest episode, we are joined by first-time Grammy Award nominee Elle King, who picked up two nods on Dec. 7 -- best rock performance and best rock song -- for the cheeky chart hit "Ex's & Oh's." We caught up with the rock rookie just hours after she heard the nomination news. We also get into the other Grammy nominations, including surprises (D'Angelo!) and snubs (Fetty Wap!) in the four major categories. Plus, how do we feel about Coldplay as next year's Super Bowl halftime performer? And will the band's brand-new album A Head Full of Dreams stop Adele's reign atop the Billboard 200? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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Dec 4, 2015 • 60min
'Jerry on Jerry' Author Delves Into Grateful Dead Frontman's Life: Pop-Shop Podcast
Pop-Shop Podcast shines a light on the legacy of late Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Garcia by chatting with author Dennis McNally, whose book 'Jerry on Jerry: The Unpublished Jerry Garcia Interviews' reveals the legendary musician’s thoughts on religion, politics and his personal life. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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Dec 1, 2015 • 45min
Pop Shop Podcast 12/1/15: Fifth Harmony's Ally Brooke Calls In & Adele Owns the Charts
On the latest episode, we are joined by Fifth Harmony's Ally Brooke, who called us to talk about her work with March of Dimes around Prematurity Awareness Month, how the group is working on their second album, and her thoughts on being honored at Billboard's Women in Music event. Plus: Everything's coming up Adele! We chat about Adele's record-breaking debut with her new "25" album. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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Nov 24, 2015 • 50min
Pop Shop Podcast 11/24/15: Jonathan Groff Interview, AMAs Recap, Justin Bieber’s Big No. 1 Debut
Actor/singer Jonathan Groff calls in to the Pop Shop to discuss his role in the blockbuster Broadway musical "Hamilton," the upcoming "Looking" movie, his thoughts on recording a own solo album and more. Plus, the Pop Shoppers recap their experience covering the American Music Awards (and interviewing One Direction backstage), Justin Bieber’s huge No. 1 debut on the Billboard 200 albums chart, and how Adele’s "25" is set for a monumental sales week. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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Nov 17, 2015 • 34min
Pop Shop Podcast 11/17/15: Tori Kelly Interview, Justin Bieber and One Direction’s Chart Showdown
Singer/songwriter Tori Kelly sits down for a rapid-fire Q&A with the Pop Shop team -- discussing everything from what was the first album she bought to if her manager Scooter Braun ever sleeps. The Pop Shoppers also talk about the Justin Bieber vs. One Direction showdown for No. 1 on next week’s Billboard 200, Elle King’s first top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 (with “Ex’s & Oh’s”), Adele’s continuing reign with “Hello,” and how the Dixie Chicks are going on their first U.S. tour in a decade. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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Nov 11, 2015 • 45min
Connor Franta Interview, Chris Stapleton Hits No. 1 After CMAs
YouTube superstar Connor Franta discusses his Heard Well record label, his Common Culture brand, and his bestie Troye Sivan’s recent musical endeavors. Plus: The Pop Shop Podcast team talk about Chris Stapleton’s huge week on the charts (his "Traveller" album shot to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 after his exposure on the CMA Awards), how One Direction and Justin Bieber are going head-to-head for No. 1 with their new albums, and new top 10 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for both Ariana Grande and Meghan Trainor. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
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