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Pop Waves

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Frequency: 1 episode/62d. Total Eps: 9

The podcast that deep dives into the cultural forces that have shaped pop music over the past 30 years. Join two pop-obsessed friends as they explore the intersections of social, political, and underground movements, revealing the impact of historical and current events on the music and careers of your favourite pop artists. Follow us on Instargram and TikTok @popwavespod and join the conversation over on Patreon.com/popwavespod

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
23/06/2026
#96
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
22/06/2026
#64
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
28/02/2026
#74
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
14/01/2025
#88
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
13/01/2025
#51
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
30/10/2024
#99
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
29/10/2024
#68
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
28/10/2024
#31
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
27/10/2024
#73
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicCommentary
26/10/2024
#50

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https://www.instagram.com/popwavespod
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Score global : 84%

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Pop Waves Trailer

Season 1

Saturday, September 7, 2024 • Duration 00:49

Pop Waves is a brand-new podcast that promises to uncover the cultural undercurrents shaping the last 30 years of pop music. Hosted by two friends who are deeply passionate about pop, Pop Waves will explore the fascinating intersections of the social, political, popular, and underground cultural landscapes, offering deep dives into how these elements have influenced the music and careers of our favourite pop artists.

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Ep 3: Raye

Season 1 · Episode 3

Monday, September 16, 2024 • Duration 28:14

We dispel the myth of Raye's "over night success" and dig in to the resilience she's shown in order to final be heard.

CW time stamps: 11:15 - 13:05 and 14:07 - 16:20 contains mention of sexual assault and associated themes. There are no details or graphic descriptions but please skip this part if you'd prefer to avoid the topic.

Listen to our companion playlist of all the tracks mentioned in this episode - Spotify

Join our Patreon to add to the conversation and listen to join our bonus episode on the mystery that is Jess Glynne - www.patreon.com/popwavespod

Pop Waves on Instagram @PopWavesPod

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Ep 2: Sugababes

Season 1 · Episode 2

Monday, September 16, 2024 • Duration 35:43

We dissect the pop landscape of the late 90's and early 00's to understand the Sugababes careers and the impact they had on pop music, with a healthy dose of nostalgia on the side!

Listen to our companion playlist of all the tracks mentioned in this episode - Spotify

Join our Patreon to add to the conversation and listen to join our bonus episode on the Sugababes solo projects and reunion - www.patreon.com/popwavespod

Pop Waves on Instagram @PopWavesPod

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Ep 1: Doja Cat

Season 1 · Episode 1

Monday, September 16, 2024 • Duration 37:40

We explore how #MeToo, the BLM movement and that Oscar's selfie shaped Doja's career and her catapult to fame and analyse how she responded to joining the A list.

CW time stamps: 8:20 - 10:44 contains mention of police brutality and the #BLM movement. There are no details or graphic descriptions but please skip this part if you'd prefer to avoid the topic.

Listen to our companion playlist of all the tracks mentioned in this episode - Spotify

Join our Patreon to add to the conversation and listen to join our bonus episode on Doja Cat's controversies - www.patreon.com/popwavespod

Pop Waves on Instagram @PopWavesPod

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Ep 4: SOPHIE

Season 1 · Episode 4

Monday, October 7, 2024 • Duration 48:38

We look at the lasting legacy of SOPHIE, an avant-garde producer who pushed the boundaries of pop music. Exploring her influence on hyperpop, her trans identity, and the profound mark she left on the music industry and queer culture.

CW time stamps:

17:35-18:55: Discussion of reality TV show ‘There’s Something About Miriam’

19:58-28:38: Discussion of gender recognition legislation and media coverage including visibility politics, social media, bathroom access and health care.

This episode was reviewed by sensitivity editor Eris Young erisyoung.com

Listen to our companion playlist of all the tracks mentioned in this episode - Spotify

Join our Patreon to add to the conversation and listen to join our bonus episode with Eris Young - www.patreon.com/popwavespod

Pop Waves on Instagram @PopWavesPod

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Ep 5: Girls Aloud

Season 1 · Episode 5

Monday, October 21, 2024 • Duration 44:32

In today's episode we explore the post-brit pop, new millennium, reality TV induced perfect storm that shaped one of the UK's most influential girl bands.

Watch: Pop Stars: The Rivals, Episode 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9_Na9LkByY

Read: The Independent article - https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/features/girls-aloud-2024-what-will-the-neighbours-say-b2511399.html

Listen: our companion playlist of all the tracks mentioned in this episode - Spotify

Find us on Patreon to join the conversation and access bonus episodes and extra content - www.patreon.com/popwavespod

Pop Waves on Instagram @PopWavesPod

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Ep 7: Charli XCX

Season 1 · Episode 7

Saturday, November 30, 2024 • Duration 41:21

Charli XCX

From playing illegal raves as a teenager to playing two huge stadium tours back to back, Charli XCX has finally broken through into the mainstream with her unique electro-pop sound. In this episode of Pop Waves we go right back and explore where she came from and why we think Brat has finally given her her moment in the spotlight.

Listen to !Franchesckaar! from Charli's first album!

Naomi Cannibal teaches us about Recession Pop

Charli's Documentary Alone Together

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Join the conversation over on Substack we’d really love to hear from you! What are your memories of the years and artists we touched on in this episode? Have we missed anything? We want to know!

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Ep 6: FKA Twigs

Season 1 · Episode 6

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 • Duration 36:54

FKA Twigs: Escaping the mundane

FKA Twigs is an incredibly talented multidisciplinary artist whose work has been informed not only by her pain but her passion for pushing boundaries. In this episode of Pop Waves we look back at some of Twigs’ biggest influences and how they broke new ground as far back as the 70’s.

CW Timestamps

Racism

10:01-10:49, racist abuse from Twilight fans (no details)

11:45-15:00, alt r&b and stereotyping of black artists

Domestic abuse

29:39-32:16, discussion of the lawsuit with Shia LeBeouf (no details)

Sistah space

Domestic abuse help

Help for male victims

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