Podcast
Too Pop to Handle
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
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1 hr 6 min
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
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59 min
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
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1 hr 11 min
Kelly Clarkson VS Art of Play
Season 3, Episode 46
Show notes
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
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1 hr 6 min
Kelly Clarkson loves AI, Pete Davidson hates influencers, Taylor Swift's Saturday night + more!
Season 3, Episode 45
Show notes
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
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1 hr 16 min
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
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1 hr 26 min
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
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1 hr 1 min
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
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1 hr 2 min
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
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58 min
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
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58 min
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.
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
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1 hr 1 min
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
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1 hr 1 min
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!
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
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1 hr 1 min
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.
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
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1 hr 32 min
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.
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
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1 hr
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.
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
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1 hr 19 min
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
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1 hr 2 min
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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1 hr 26 min
Reality TV Recap with @JoshtheRHONYStan: Summer House, Love Island USA, and RHORI
Season 3, Episode 30
Show notes
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
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1 hr 33 min
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
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1 hr 23 min
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
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