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Too Pop to Handle

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All of the pop culture moments from the week that were Too Pop to Handle. Hosted by your pop culture best friend, Andrew Nucatola.

Episodes
154
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 6 min
On air since
2023
Latest episode
6 days ago

Episodes

154 episodes, newest first

  1. Is Elizabeth Holmes Real? (You Can See Everything Review)

    Season 4, Episode 1

    Show notes

    I could have watched three more hours of 'You Can See Everything'. This week we're reviewing Nathan Fielder's insane documentary about Elizabeth Holmes (who may or may not be AI), Jennifer Lawrence's new beauty brand, People's 'Sexiest Man Alive', Taylor Swift being inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, Chrishell and G-Flip's breakup, and so much more.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    07:02 New Music Releases

    08:58 You Can See Everything Review

    29:14 Bethenny Frankel snaps back at Andy Cohen

    33:43 Beyoncè brings Cécred to the UK

    38:26 Jennifer Lawrence launches haircare brand, Mes° beauty

    45:34 Noah Wyle names People’s ‘Sexiest Man Alive’

    48:32 Taylor Swift becomes the youngest inductee in the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame

    51:51 Chrishell Stause and G-Flip separate after four years

    55:47 Nicki Minaj praises Donald Trump at Michigan Republican campaign

    59:16 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 6 min
  2. To Glee, or Not to Glee

    Season 3, Episode 47

    Show notes

    Glee is coming back, and I'm not sure how to feel about it... just kidding. We're diving into the Gleeboot, Miley Cyrus at the Hollywood Bowl, Jay-Z's rumored Halftime Show, the star-studded Academy Museum Gala, and so much more. REGISTER TO VOTE: https://www.vote.org

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    Episode Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    03:51 Miley Cyrus Hollywood Bowl review

    15:51 New Music Releases

    20:05 ‘Glee’ Reboot greenlit at Disney+ and Hulu

    31:00 Taylor Swift performs at the 6th Annual Academy Museum Gala

    36:42 Jay-Z is rumored to have picked himself to perform at the Super Bowl Halftime show

    41:37 Harry Styles debuts tribute song to Liam Payne

    46:18 Jean Smart to publish her memoir, Smart Mouth

    49:39 Yes and Mess of the Week

    59 min
  3. Kelly Clarkson VS Art of Play

    Season 3, Episode 46

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    Kelly Clarkson went to Brooklyn, and nothing was ever the same. This week we're diving into the Kelly Clarkson and Art of Play drama, Shane Gillis' SNL monologue, Selma Blair's airplane arrest, the Girls reboot, and so much more!

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    Episode Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    08:44 New Music Releases

    23:37 Kelly Clarkson VS Art of Play

    37:05 Shane Gillis’ SNL Monologue

    41:34 Selma Blair arrested after assaulting flight attendant
    46:36 Collin Gosselin releases tell-all memoir “In the Shadow of Eight”

    55:27 Jean Smart officiates ‘Hacks’ co-star Mark Indelicato’s wedding

    57:35 ‘Girls’ revival coming to HBO in 2027

    01:02:25 Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland open Knowles-Roland House in Houston

    01:05:00 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 11 min
  4. Kelly Clarkson loves AI, Pete Davidson hates influencers, Taylor Swift's Saturday night + more!

    Season 3, Episode 45

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    Another week, more pop culture nonsense to discuss. This week we’re diving into Kelly Clarkson loving AI, Pete Davidson’s hot take on influencers, Taylor Swift’s SNL appearance, the rumored 2027 Coachella lineup, and so much more!

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    16:59 New Music Releases

    22:29 Kelly Clarkson says she “loves AI”

    26:60 Olivia Dean facing copyright lawsuit over ‘The Art of Loving’ track

    30:58 Mia Goth files for divorce from Shia LeBouf

    34:47 Shia LeBouf settles lawsuit with FKA Twigs over illegal NDA

    37:02 Pete Davidson says influencers are "insane and lame"

    42:54 Ashley Tisdale is “breaking his silence” on the toxic mom drama

    46:55 Taylor Swift makes surprise appearance during Dakota Johnson’s SNL monologue

    52:24 Coachella 2027 rumored lineup

    57:32 Rihanna leaves shady comment on EJ Johnson post

    59:40 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 6 min
  5. Video Madonna Awards: 2026 VMAs Recap

    Season 3, Episode 44

    Show notes

    Are the VMAs over, or do people just like to complain on the internet? This week we're recapping my week working the 2026 Video Music Awards, the New York Times Best Shows of the 21st Century List, Ryan Murphy teasing a Glee reboot, Sabrina Carpenter's new acting role, and so much more.

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    Chapters: 00:00

    Introduction 10:31

    Taylor Swift - The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore review

    24:18 2026 VMAs Recap

    40:55 New York Times Top 100 Shows of the 21st Century

    48:16 Olivia Rodrigo kicks off the Unraveled Tour

    49:59 Lindsay Lohan set to star and produce in Netflix’s Return to You

    52:30 Sabrina Carpenter and Margaret Qualley to join Tom Holland in Fred Astaire biopic

    54:42 Ryan Murphy teases Glee reboot 58:47 Nathan Fielder’s Elizabeth Holmes documentary rated R for nudity

    01:00:25 Teresa Giudice reveals Melania Giudice was laced with fentanyl during airport altercation

    01:04:35 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 16 min
  6. Stand Up, Ed Sheeran

    Season 3, Episode 43

    Show notes

    Bad week to be Ed Sheeran....anyway. This week we're diving into the Ed VS Macklemore of it all, Miley Cyrus' new album 'Bass Persuades', Channing Tatum's burner account, and soooo much more.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    12:03 New Music Releases

    23:57 Miley Cyrus says she “doesn’t need to tour, fans will come to me”

    30:45 Ed Sheeran performs first show post-Macklemore drama

    38:40 Celine Dion makes her return to the stage for 26-show Paris residency

    41:35 Lady Gaga and fiancé, Michael Polansky, welcome their first child

    44:34 SNL announces two new cast members for season 52

    47:08 Traitors US announces new cast

    56:07 2026 Emmys recap

    01:03:46 Channing Tatum tied to burner account leaving hate comments on Deuxmoi

    01:06:56 Secret Live of Mormon Wives S5 recap

    01:10:33 Real Housewives of New York City recap

    01:13:59 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City recap

    01:17:58 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 26 min
  7. Right and Wrong Ways to Nepo Baby

    Season 3, Episode 42

    Show notes

    To nepo baby, or not to nepo baby...that is the question. This week we're diving into the Stella Lefty plagiarism scandals, Phaedra Parks and CT making their red carpet debut, A24's Elizabeth Holmes documentary, and so much more. Fill out our listener survey for a free sticker!Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the newsletter

    Episode Chapters:00:00 Introduction 04:24 New Music Releases 20:29 Ellie Goulding drops two new albums with no promotion 26:45 Stella Lefty faces plagiarism allegations 36:20 Elizabeth Holmes documentary coming from A24 40:35 Bad Bunny and Sabrina Carpenter take home Emmys at the Creative Arts Emmys 44:39 Julia Roberts, Paul Rudd & Sarah Paulson set to star in ‘Small Mouth Sounds’ on Broadway 47:52 Alix Earle puts a pin in Alex Cooper drama 52:56 Should influencers be at the US Open?55:47 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 1 min
  8. She's JUST Being Miley

    Season 3, Episode 41

    Show notes

    Miley Cyrus is releasing a new album and dropping her last name! This week, we're diving into Miley's 10th studio album announcement, 'Bass Persuades', Beyoncé's B'Day 20th anniversary tracklist, Olivia Rodrigo's first annual Daisy Chain Fields Festival, the season 35 Dancing with the Stars cast, and sooooo much more. Fill out our listener survey for a free sticker!Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the newsletterEpisode Chapters:00:00 Introduction 07:54 New Music Releases 13:04 Beyoncé announces B’Day 20th Anniversary Edition 19:27 Miley Cyrus announces 10th studio album ‘Bass Persuades’ 25:33 Olivia Rodrigo’s first-ever Daisy Chain Fields Music Festival 34:37 John Galliano will no longer be the subject of the 2027 Met Gala exhibit 40:24 Dancing with the Stars Season 35 cast reveal 46:59 Love Island USA S8 Reunion 54:48 Leah Remini has joined the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills 56:25 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 2 min
  9. Stupid Cute Jonas Brothers (Burning Up Tour All Over Again Recap)

    Season 3, Episode 39

    Show notes

    I took a trip back to 2008 with the Jonas Brothers, and it was incredible. This week, we're recapping the opening weekend of the Jonas Brothers' 'Burning Up Tour All Over Again' at Madison Square Garden, Lady Gaga and her fiancé's AI biotech company, Taylor Swift's upcoming award season campaign, and so much more.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    06:32 The End of Oak Street Review

    10:57 New Music Releases

    15:27 The Jonas Brothers kick off ‘The Burning Up Tour All Over Again’ at Madison Square Garden

    27:48 Lady Gaga and fiancé Michael Polansky launch AI biotech startup

    34:31 Taylor Swift’s Icon Sessions at the GRAMMY Museum

    42:48 Ella Langley ties Lil Nas X and Shaboozey for the longest-running non-holiday #1 in Billboard Hot 100 history

    45:06 ‘Clap If You Care: The Wendy Williams Show’ documentary set to air on Peacock in 2027

    49:45 Yes and Mess of the Week

    58 min
  10. 2026 VMA Noms, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Reunion, and Disney Legends at D23

    Season 3, Episode 38

    Show notes

    It's the most wonderful time of the year: VMA SEASON! We're breaking down the VMA nominations, yearning over Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo performing together, discussing Anne Hathaway and the Jonas Brothers becoming Disney Legends at D23, and so much more.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    11:38 New Music Releases

    17:06 Hayden Panettiere passes away at 36

    21:35 Madonna leads 2026 VMA Nominations

    28:28 Cynthia Erivo joins Ariana Grande for surprise performance at the O2

    31:22 Anne Hathaway and the Jonas Brothers become Disney Legends at D23

    39:09 Jonas Brothers extend ‘The Burnin’ Up Tour All Over Again”

    43:21 Chappell Roan joins Noah Kahan at sold-out Rose Bowl show

    48:51 ’10 Things I Hate About You’ Broadway preview date announced

    50:40 Yes and Mess of the Week

    58 min
  11. Can We Discuss the KATSEYE of it All?

    Season 3, Episode 37

    Show notes

    Another KATSEYE member is “temporarily” taking a hiatus, so they say. This week, Andrew’s diving into Sophia’s hiatus, Tate McRae’s fake skincare routine, Anne Hathaway’s not-fake baby bump, Brad Pitt’s sobriety journey, and so much more.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    06:20 New Music Releases

    16:28 KATSEYE member Sophia announces temporary hiatus

    23:54 Tate McRae shows “post-show” skincare routine in Neutrogena ad

    29:14 Tom Holland and Zendaya host private wedding party in England

    33:29 Anne Hathaway addresses “fake bump” rumors

    36:57 Julie Andrews will not be in ‘The Princess Diaries 3’

    41:42 Perez Hilton hospitalized after alarming TikTok livestream

    46:13 Brad Pitt reveals he is no longer sober after seven years

    52:59 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 1 min
  12. Ariana Grande, Get Behind Me

    Season 3, Episode 36

    Show notes

    A lot of you are way too comfortable speaking about other people’s bodies on the internet… but we’ll get there. This week, we’re discussing Ariana Grande taking a break from the public, BTS protesting the Grammys, the problematic Met Gala theme, and so much more. Oh, and Lindsay Lohan is a redhead again!

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    Episode Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    04:08 New Music Releases

    17:32 Ariana Grande is taking a step back from visibility following the Eternal Sunshine Tour

    29:16 Heated Rivalry team issues a statement urging fans to be normal

    32:15 BTS will not be submitting their music to the 2027 Grammys

    36:36 ‘Barbie 2’ on hold due to contract disputes

    40:37 ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ breaks all-time domestic box office record for the largest opening weekend

    42:19 ‘The Voice’ Scores Celebrity Edition with Keke Palmer Hosting

    45:53 2027 Met Gala Theme to highlight John Galliano

    50:15 Tate McRae addresses MAGA rumors

    54:18 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 1 min
  13. That's a Wrap on Nicolandria

    Season 3, Episode 35

    Show notes

    Pouring one out for the “Nicolandria” community this week, but at what cost? The Love Island USA S7 couple have split, Victoria Beckham missed Mel C’s wedding, Katy Perry’s @ing the White House, and that’s only half of it.

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    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction

    06:44 New Music Releases

    20:41 Nicolandria Break Up

    30:10 Jennifer Aniston exits Jennette McCurdy’s “I’m Glad My Mom Died” Series

    34:18 Ella Langley breaks Hot 100 record previously held by Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey

    41:03 Miley Cyrus teases 10th studio album

    47:34 Victoria Beckham missed Mel C’s wedding for the World Cup

    51:33 Katy Perry fires back at The White House for using her song in a TikTok

    54:22 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 1 min
  14. Ariana Grande Owes Us Nothing (Eternal Sunshine Tour Recap) ft. Sophie Said

    Season 3, Episode 34

    Show notes

    We came, we saw, and we conquered Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine tour’. This week, I’m joined by Sophie Said to recap our time seeing Ariana Grande during her five nights at the Barclays Center. Plus ‘The Odyssey’, the World Cup halftime show, Matty Healy’s wedding and so much more.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    03:13 New Music Releases

    12:20 Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine tour’ recap

    42:08 FIFA’s first World Cup Halftime Show

    48:12 Love Island USA S8 Contracts “puts some guardrails around the opportunities”

    53:58 Jessica Alba has been cast in the 13 Going on 30 Netflix Reboot

    01:02:18 The Odyssey review

    01:17:01 Matty Healy and Gabriette wedding

    01:23:27 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 32 min
  15. 2026 Emmy Nominations + JAY-Z Celebrations

    Season 3, Episode 33

    Show notes

    Congratulations are in order! 2026 Emmy nominations are here, JAY-Z is celebrating his 30th anniversary, and some of our favorite celebs are only marked as "low risk" at MSG.

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    Episode Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    03:54 New Music Releases

    13:27 2026 Emmy Nominations

    23:08 JAY-Z celebrates 30 years of his career at Yankee Stadium

    30:13 Justin Bieber, BTS, Madonna, and Shakira to perform at the World Cup Final Halftime Show

    33:27 Hudson Williams fires back at paparazzi in Paris

    36:22 MSG database tracked and categorized hundreds of celebs

    42:27 Ariana Grande drops from ‘American Horror Story’ Season 13

    45:38 Love Island USA Season 8 Finale

    54:27 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr
  16. JUST&T MARRIED: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Tie the Knot!

    Season 3, Episode 32

    Show notes

    It’s a love story; Taylor and Travis said “yes”! Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tied the knot at Madison Square Garden; Club Chalamet was attacked; the Jonas Brothers are bringing us back to 2008, and so much more!

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    00:00 Introduction

    03:29 New Music Releases

    16:16 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get married at Madison Square Garden

    38:41 Mariska Hargitay set to host 2026 Emmy Awards on NBC

    39:51 Ashley Tisdale to executive produce “Toxic Mom” show on Netflix

    43:26 Club Chalamet attacked outside Connor Storrie’s hotel

    47:30 Jonas Brothers announce “Burning Up Tour All Over Again” at MSG

    52:26 Karamo Brown and Jussie Smollett spark dating rumors

    55:25 Bath & Body Works names Hilary Duff their first major celebrity ambassador

    58:55 Real Housewives of Rhode Island S1 Reunion Recap

    01:03:22 Love Island USA S8 Recap

    01:13:16 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 19 min
  17. Favorite Songs of 2026 (So Far) with Giselle Libby

    Season 3, Episode 31

    Show notes

    2026 is halfway over, and we've already gotten SO MUCH incredible music. Giselle is back to discuss our favorite songs and album of the year so far! Listen to our favorite songs of the year below

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    Apple Music

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    1 hr 2 min
  18. Reality TV Recap with @JoshtheRHONYStan: Summer House, Love Island USA, and RHORI

    Season 3, Episode 30

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    Slam pigs, Casa Amor, and sleeping with your best friend’s ex!? You’re going to want to sit down for this. This week I’m joined by @JoshTheRHONYStanto chat all things Summer House, Love Island USA, and Real Housewives of Rhode Island.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    03:18 Summer House S10 Reunion Recap

    35:35 Love Island USA S8 Recap

    58:41 Real Housewives of Rhode Island S2 Recap

    01:14:40 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 26 min
  19. Olivia Rodrigo, the Genius That You Are with Giselle Libby

    Season 3, Episode 29

    Show notes

    How lucky are we to be alive at the same time as Olivia Rodrigo? This week, I’m joined by Giselle Libby to discuss Olivia Rodrigo’s third studio album, ‘you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love’, Tyra Banks suing Netflix, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s NYC outings, and more.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    04:01 New Music Releases

    25:49 Keke Palmer and Sean Evans spotted on a date in Brooklyn

    27:40 Zendaya and Tom Holland make their first red carpet appearance in four years

    31:24 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce attend ‘Oh, Mary!’

    42:37 Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey’s ‘Sunday in the Park with George’ tickets delayed until autumn

    50:43 Tyra Banks has filed a lawsuit against Netflix for defamation in relation to the ‘A.N.T.M.’ documentary

    01:00:49 The Grammys add 5 new categories for 2027

    01:17:47 Love Island USA S8 Updates

    01:20:45 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 33 min
  20. Gitchie Gitchie Tony Awards (2026 Tony Awards Recap)

    Season 2, Episode 28

    Show notes

    The Tony Awards were at Radio City, Taylor Swift is getting married at MSG, and the Knicks are in the finals. New York is so up.

    This week, we're recapping being at Broadway's biggest night, the Tony Awards, Ariana Grande's 'eternal sunshine tour' opening night, Taylor and Travis' rumored wedding venue, and so much more.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    09:36 New Music Releases

    17:16 2026 Tony Awards Recap

    37:42 Ariana Grande kicks off ‘Eternal Sunshine Tour’

    43:15 Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater break up after three years

    46:22 Charli xcx announces ‘Music, Fashion, Film Tour’

    49:59 Phoebe Bridgers bans phones on ‘The Lost Tour’

    53:38 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding will reportedly be at Madison Square Garden

    57:12 Hudson Williams faces backlash over high school photo with swastika on face

    59:56 Chappell Roan is the new face of MAC Viva Glam

    01:03:30 Huda Mustafa spotted sneaking into ex’s baby mama’s apartment complex

    01:07:00 Love Island USA S8 Recap

    01:16:02 Yes and Mess of the Week

    1 hr 23 min

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