

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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Oct 17, 2023 • 52min
Troye Sivan Talks ‘Something to Give Each Other’ Album & How Janet Jackson ‘Changed the Trajectory of My Life’
Troye Sivan shares the joy behind his new album 'Something to Give Each Other' and credits Janet Jackson for changing the trajectory of his life. He also expresses his desire for a memorable concert tour. Hosts Katie and Keith discuss their experiences at Taylor Swift's 'The Eras Tour' premiere and Madonna's The Celebration Tour in London.

Oct 11, 2023 • 45min
Kylie Minogue Drops Hints About Her 'Late Night' Las Vegas Residency, Promises 'More Than What It Might Appear'
Kylie Minogue joins the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast to preview her "intimate" residency at the Voltaire Belle de Nuit in Las Vegas, thoughts on a possible new tour, her latest album "Tension" and more. Plus, hosts Katie and Keith review chart news about how *NSYNC returns to the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in 20 years and makes a splashy entrance on Billboard's airplay charts with “Better Place,” and discuss their recent concert trips to see P!nk and Jessie Ware, respectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 3, 2023 • 42min
After U2's Epic Debut, Who Should Play Las Vegas Sphere Next?
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie tells Keith all about her experience inside opening night and we discuss who should headline Sphere next, with everyone from Phish to Harry Styles in the mix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 27, 2023 • 36min
Is Usher the Right Headliner for 2024 Super Bowl Halftime? Hell 'Yeah!'
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about all the reasons the R&B/pop superstar makes total sense for next year's big game -- from his precise choreography to his overall showmanship to his undeniable nearly 30 years of hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 20, 2023 • 45min
Maren Morris Is 'Righteously Angry' & Leaving Country Music: So What's Next?
Maren Morris, an artist leaving country music, is discussed in the podcast. The topics covered include her deliberate exit from Nashville, her future career path, and her success in both country and pop genres.

Sep 13, 2023 • 30min
*NSYNC Together Again, For One Night Only: What's Next After MTV VMAs Moment?
The podcast discusses the highly anticipated *NSYNC reunion at the MTV VMAs and what the future holds for the boy band. They also talk about Cher's Christmas album, Doja Cat's Billboard success, Zach Bryan's album, Jimmy Buffett's return to the charts, Dua Lipa's song on the Hot 100 chart, Olivia Rodrigo's new album, and trivia about cover songs and chart positions.

Sep 6, 2023 • 36min
Beyoncé Gifts LA With 3 Shows for Her Birthday: A Roundtable Appreciation
Billboard contributors Gail Mitchell and Cat Johnson join the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss Beyoncé's three sold-out shows in LA for her birthday. They share memorable moments from the shows, including a surprise appearance by Diana Ross. The speakers also discuss the possibility of Madonna showing up at the upcoming tour and Beyoncé's heartfelt thank you speech.

Aug 29, 2023 • 37min
1 Day, 3 Divas: Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus & Ariana Grande All Return With New Music
Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus, and Ariana Grande, all former child TV stars, released new music. The podcast discusses their impressive transition to pop superstardom, the trio of releases, and Selena and Ariana's makeup brands.

Aug 22, 2023 • 28min
If Taylor Swift & Ed Sheeran Won’t Play 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show, Who Will?
Chart-topping pop superstar Taylor Swift and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran join the podcast to discuss potential performers for the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show. They talk about the possibility of a Trolls-fueled *NSYNC reunion and speculate on Kelly Clarkson, Dolly Parton, and Janet Jackson headlining. They also mention Kylie Minogue's comeback and Oliver Anthony's impressive debut on the Billboard Hot 100 Songs chart.

Aug 15, 2023 • 28min
Olivia Rodrigo Talks Herself Out of a Late-Night 'Bad Idea' in Her Talky New Single
Olivia Rodrigo's new song 'bad idea right?' is discussed on the Pop Shop Podcast, focusing on the spoken verses and chorus. The hosts also cover topics like the success of the movie 'Barbie,' the current state of music charts, Travis Scott's 'Utopia' album, Taylor Swift's re-recorded album '1989,' and Mariah Carey's hit song 'Dream Lover.'