Best Lady J and T Podcasts (2025)

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Does Lorde Still Want to Be a Star? Our ‘Virgin’ Feelings 59:11

22h ago59:11

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The beloved pop singer’s new album once again ponders whether being famous and obsessed over is all it’s cracked up to be.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.By The New York Times

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Bonus Episode - Jim Steinmeyer (Full Interview) 58:42

2d ago58:42

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In our latest piece of bonus content, showrunner Pete Musto sits down with celebrated stage illusion designer Jim Steinmeyer to discuss performance magic versus charlatanism, the nature of deceit and the power of Harry Houdini's presence. The London Telegraph called Jim Steinmeyer “Broadway’s greatest stage illusionist,” and he’s served as a magic …

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Reacting to the Diddy Verdict 32:26

8d ago32:26

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A conversation, immediately following the jury's decision on Wednesday, about how and why the music mogul was acquitted of the most serious charges at his sex trafficking trial.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.…

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Harry Houdini vs. The Spiritualists: A Magician's Crusade to Fight Phonies - Part 2 47:24

9d ago47:24

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Paranormal forces and petty grudges. This week on Beef, history’s most famous magician Harry Houdini turns grief into fuel for getting even with the dubious 19th and early 20th century Spiritualist movement, in the conclusion to his obsessive crusade. Learn more about Jim Steinmeyer's incredible career and one-of-kind design work ⁠at his website⁠. …

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Harry Houdini vs. The Spiritualists: A Magician's Crusade to Fight Phonies - Part 1 55:55

16d ago55:55

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Magic and mysticism. Spirits and skeptics. This week on Beef, legendary illusionist and escapologist Harry Houdini pulls back the curtain on the psuedo-scientific, semi-religious Spiritualist movement of the 19th century. Learn more about Jim Steinmeyer's incredible career and one-of-kind design work at his website. And order a copy of Prof. Richar…

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Clipse Interview! Pusha T & Malice Speak on Kanye, Kendrick, Travis + Music Industry Mess 1:12:57

17d ago1:12:57

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The duo of brothers discuss “Let God Sort Em Out,” its first album since 2009, and all the drama along the way.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.By The New York Times

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Remembering Sly Stone & Brian Wilson 1:03:48

28d ago1:03:48

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A wide-ranging conversation about two pop visionaries whose lives, careers and legacies only grew more complex over time.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.By The New York Times

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BEEF is back for Season 3! 1:04

1M ago1:04

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Hot on the heels of our 2025 Communicator Awards victory for Excellence in History, Next Chapter Podcasts' hit series BEEF with Bridget Todd returns with a brand new season of pure pettiness, starting Wednesday June 25! Go to https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/beef to learn more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Addison Rae Interview! From $20 TikToks to Pop’s Most Promising Prospect 1:25:48

1M ago1:25:48

1:25:48

An in-depth chat with the onetime social media superstar, who has re-emerged as the most surprising rookie pop star of the year.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.By The New York Times

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What It's Like at the Diddy Trial 43:45

1M ago43:45

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Now entering its third week, the complex case can only be experienced directly by those at the courthouse each day. Our reporters break it down.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.…

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Jeff Goldblum Interview! A Winding, Musical Journey With the Wizard of Screen and Self 1:06:02

2M ago1:06:02

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In a wide-ranging chat, the actor and musician discusses his immutable public persona, recent pop-culture surge and singing with Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Scarlett Johansson.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify…

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Theo Von, Andrew Schulz, Joe Rogan: A ‘Manosphere’ Just Asking Questions 47:42

2M ago47:42

47:42

A conversation about the comedians and podcasters who have created a new media mainstream for actors, musicians and politicians.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.By The New York Times

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‘Sinners,’ the Blues and Fighting for Artistic Control 1:05:59

2M ago1:05:59

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Unpacking the Ryan Coogler movie “Sinners,” starring Michael B. Jordan, and its relationship to music, genre and gatekeeping, with guests Wesley Morris, Reggie Ugwu and James Thomas.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotif…

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13 Songs You Didn’t Know Were Big Hits Right Now 56:16

3M ago56:16

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A tour of the more surprising — and kind of anonymous — corners of the current Billboard Hot 100.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.By The New York Times

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Doechii! NewJeans! Ye! Answering Your Listener Mailbag Questions 1:10:13

3M ago1:10:13

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Addressing some of the most urgent pop topics of the moment, including Doechii’s rise and NewJeans’ struggle, in the return of the Popcast mailbag.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.…

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Bon Iver Interview! How Justin Vernon Got Happy (It Took a Lot of Work) 1:17:22

4M ago1:17:22

1:17:22

A conversation with Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon about how the band’s surprise success led to unexpected opportunities, then emotional depletion, and now a new album of reinvention, “Sable, Fable.”Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts…

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Is Playboi Carti Rap’s Next — or Last — Superstar? 55:36

4M ago55:36

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After nearly five years of building hype, the Atlanta rapper’s 30-song third album, “Music,” has finally arrived. Let’s discuss.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.By The New York Times

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Lady Gaga Sells ‘Mayhem’ Hard. But Does It Work? 45:19

4M ago45:19

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Discussing the pop star’s latest “return to form” album and whether her aggressive promotion of it adds up to anything new.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.By The New York Times

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The Oscars’ Best (and Worst!) Music Moments 37:16

4M ago37:16

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From "Wicked" to Doja Cat, how the Academy Awards incorporated music into its 97th annual ceremony on Sunday, in ways both smooth and bumpy.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.…

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RZA Interview! How He Got Wu-Tang Clan Back Together for a Final Tour 1:19:31

5M ago1:19:31

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In an exclusive interview, RZA reveals that his pathbreaking New York rap group, which has rarely performed as a full unit, is hitting the road for the last time. Plus: ODB memories, quitting the Rage Against the Machine tour & getting banned from radio in the '90s.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to…

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Drake’s Careful Comeback + New Music Round-Up (The Weeknd, Central Cee, Oklou & More) 1:01:13

5M ago1:01:13

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A survey of the biggest and best albums released recently, including Drake and PartyNextDoor's “Some Sexy Songs 4 U," the Weeknd's “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” Central Cee’s “Can’t Rush Greatness,” Oklou’s “Choke Enough” and other recommendations.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe tod…

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Introducing...Sportly 26:14

5M ago26:14

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What if a basketball game could offer more than just a win? This week on Sportly, we head to San Quentin, where the Golden State Warriors face off against incarcerated players in a decade-long rivalry that’s redefining second chances. But are these programs as beneficial as they seem, or do they risk perpetuating systemic injustices? From historic …

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Kendrick Lamar’s Drake-centric Super Bowl Halftime Show: Instant Postgame Analysis! 30:27

5M ago30:27

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Breaking down the Super Bowl halftime performance, including the surprise cameos and tactical deployment of "Not Like Us," in an emergency podcast immediately after the show.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.…

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Inside the Writers' Room: Sam Levine (Interview) 28:24

5M ago28:24

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In our latest episode of "Inside the Writers' Room" bonus interviews, senior producer Sam Levine sits down to talk about the balance of entertainment and education, the power of ego sublimation, and the strategic use of "F bombs." ABOUT SAM Sam is a writer, podcaster and parent based in the Washington, DC area. Follow him at @moderately_quick Learn…

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Why We (Still) Think the Grammys Are Good Now 50:45

5M ago50:45

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Big wins for Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar and Chappell Roan. Standout performances from Doechii and Sabrina Carpenter. A conversation about why the 2025 awards worked. Guests: Joe Coscarelli, Caryn Ganz, Jon Pareles and Lindsay Zoladz.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nyt…

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Are the Grammys … Good Now? Beyoncé, Chappell, Billie, Kendrick & Taylor Face Off 1:20:53

5M ago1:20:53

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Previewing the major categories and making our personal picks of who will win vs. who should win at the surprisingly relevant (!) Grammy Awards on Sunday.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.…

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Introducing...Fixing Famous People with Chris DeRosa & Dominick Pupa 1:45:12

5M ago1:45:12

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The polarization of the clistenership regarding Dominick's eating on-mic opens this week's Pre-Fixe, while Heidi's decade-old song climbs the charts, Drake sues Kendrick's record label, and Chrissy Teigen wants a Tik Tok curfew. Then Sara and Natalie from Causing A Scene join to discuss Jennifer Garner. They discuss Alias, 13 Going on 30, her marri…

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Inside the Writers' Room: Nicole Benedi (Interview) 42:26

6M ago42:26

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In our latest episode of "Inside the Writers' Room" bonus interviews, Nicole Benedi joins us to talk about the utility of being hyper-focused, the ubiquitousness of egotism, and the freedom of giving something you're bad at a try. ABOUT NICOLE Nicole Benedi is an award winning writer and stand-up comedian living in Erie, Pennsylvania. Follow her at…

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The Bob Dylan-Timothée Chalamet Connection 49:47

6M ago49:47

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A conversation about “A Complete Unknown” and the power of celebrity.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everythingfrom politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts oron Apple Podcasts and Spotify.By The New York Times

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