Senior Editor at Pitchfork Anna Gaca returns to Pop Pantheon for the second in our three-part series on Charli XCX. Anna and Louie look back on Charli’s early link-ups with "hyperpop" innovator Sophie, starting with 2016’s Vroom Vroom EP, which began Charli's pivot from an also-ran on the pop charts into the genre’s savviest alternative auteur. Fro…

Miranda Lambert is a Grammy award-winning country musician known for her many hits like “Drunk”, “The House That Built Me”, “Little Red Wagon”, and more. Her latest album “Postcards From Texas” is out now everywhere. Miranda Lambert joins Theo to chat about her journey from playing rodeos to becoming one of the biggest names in country music, meeti…

Jeff and Bobby talk about how important the "gut check" is in the middle of the fall marching band season. That Band Life Be less stressed and more ORGANIZED Become an ACCOMPLISHED communicator Improve relationships with parents and students. Feel more relaxed, organized, and fulfilled. Be a part of a COMMUNITY of dynamic educators. Intro Music Nos…

In a preview of this week's Pop Pantheon: All Access episode, Lady Gaga turned heads with her debut film role, her Oscar-nominated turn in 2018's A Star is Born, and many thought she might defy history and become the rare pop diva who successfully pivots to Hollywood. But since then, her track record has been spotty at best. Despite her performance…

Sean O’Brien is the General President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and a 4th generation Teamster himself. He is originally from Medford, Massachusetts. Sean O’Brien joins Theo to chat about his job representing the Teamsters and supporting unions in America, why they made the controversial choice to not endorse a presidential cand…

For the first in our new three-part series on Charli XCX, i-D’s Owen Myers returns to Pop Pantheon to chart the start of Charli’s iconoclastic and unlikely trail through pop. Owen and Louie trace Charli’s roots in England, starting when she was a teenage songwriter posting demos to MySpace and performing at raves in London. Then they discuss her ch…

Joe Gatto is a comedian, actor and podcaster known for his many years on the hit show “Impractical Jokers”. His first stand-up special “Messing With People” is out now on YouTube. Joe Gatto joins Theo to chat about hitting the road and making his first ever special, his relationship with the rest of the Impractical Jokers nowadays, and the health b…

Brooks & Dunn are a country music duo featuring songwriters Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn. They’re known for their many hits like “Neon Moon”, “Boot Scootin’ Boogie”, “Red Dirt Road” and more. Their album “Reboot 2” comes out November 15th featuring new takes on their classic songs. Theo meets up with country music legends Brooks & Dunn to talk about …

In a preview of this week's Pop Pantheon: All Access episode, last night live in Los Angeles, DJ Louie gathered with HeidiWorld's Molly Lambert, And Introducing's Molly Mary O'Brien, The Los Angeles Times' Mikael Wood & writer Jaelani Tuner-Williams to break down Katy Perry's new record 143, Lady Gaga's new record Harlequin and just how these two s…

Buy Tickets to Pop Pantheon Live! Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and the Millennial Diva Conundrum on 9/30 at Dynasty Typewriter in LA Buy Tickets to Pop Pantheon Presents Main Pop Girls Dance Party on 10/4 at Parkside Lounge in NYC Billboard is currently rolling out their list of the 25 Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century and we couldn't resist particip…

Don't forget to grab tickets to our live show, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and The Millennial Diva Conundrum this Monday 9/30 at Dynasty Typewriter in LA! We'll be talking 143, Harlequin, and so much more! In a preview of this week's Pop Pantheon: All Access episode, Louie and Russ each had the true pleasure of seeing Charli XCX and Troye Sivan's Sweat T…

Mark Cuban is a billionaire entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist and media personality. He is best known for his longtime ownership of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks, and for his tenure on the popular show “Shark Tank”. Mark Cuban joins Theo to chat about his recent involvement in Kamala Harris’ campaign for president, why he has issues with Donald T…

Buy Tickets to Pop Pantheon Live! Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and the Millennial Diva Conundrum on 9/30 at Dynasty Typewriter in LA (DISCOUNT BEGINS AT 12AM on 9/20!) Buy Tickets to Pop Pantheon Presents Main Pop Girls Dance Party on 10/4 at Parkside Lounge in NYC In a SUPERSIZED episode of Pop Pantheon, critic, writer and NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour po…

Dr. Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, former psychiatric doctor, and author focused on improving physical and mental performance for everyone. Dr. Tara Swart joins Theo to talk about how we can use neuroscience to change our behaviors for the better, easy things we all can do to reduce stress, and using new ways of thinking to overcome past trauma. D…

Jeff and Bobby talk about continuing the high of summer after the start of school... keeping everyone going when the fall starts to be A LOT. That Band Life Be less stressed and more ORGANIZED Become an ACCOMPLISHED communicator Improve relationships with parents and students. Feel more relaxed, organized, and fulfilled. Be a part of a COMMUNITY of…

Kevin Smith is a director, writer, and podcaster known for his many films like Clerks, Mallrats, Jay and Silent Bob, Dogma, and more. His new film, “The 4:30 Movie”, is in theaters now and loosely based on his childhood in New Jersey. Kevin Smith joins Theo to chat about his journey from films to podcasting, changing his life and perspective after …

In a preview of this week's Pop Pantheon: All Access episode, The 40th Annual MTV Video Music Awards were held last night and featured marquee performances from It Girls like Sabrina Carpenter, GloRilla, Lisa & Chappell Roan while presenting their prestigious Video Vanguard award to Katy Perry. But with MTV flailing, music videos in their flop era …

Buy Tickets to Pop Pantheon Live! Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and the Millennial Diva Conundrum on 9/30 at Dynasty Typewriter in LA Buy Tickets to Pop Pantheon Presents Main Pop Girls Dance Party on 10/4 at Parkside Lounge in NYC Sure, we're all listening to a podcast called "Pop Pantheon". But what exactly is the Pop Pantheon? This is a question Louie h…

Bobby Lee is a comedian, actor and podcaster known for his shows TigerBelly and Bad Friends, as well as his countless movie and TV appearances. Bobby Lee returns to air some grievances with Theo. They also chat about how things have changed in his love life, almost getting kidnapped in Montana, and how the Asian community feels about Trump. Bobby L…

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Post Malone is a singer, songwriter and producer originally from Syracuse, NY. His new album “F-1 Trillion” is streaming now everywhere, featuring Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, Brad Paisley, and many more. Post Malone joins Theo in Nashville the day after his Grand Ole Opry debut to chat about making his new country album, bringing a katana to the bir…

In a preview of this week's Pop Pantheon: All Access episode, Disney-star-turned-"Drivers License"-third-wheel-turned-ascendent-pop-girlie Sabrina Carpenter has been on quite a roll lately. Her most recent two singles have been smashes and her sixth studio album, Short 'n Sweet, arrived last Friday among a swirl of expectations even she probably co…

Buy Tickets to Pop Pantheon Live! Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and the Millennial Diva Conundrum on 9/30 at Dynasty Typewriter in LA Happy Labor Day Weekend! Louie is still off on vacation so as a treat, we're republishing our Patreon review of Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter from back in April. If you like this episode and want to hear more like it, you can subs…