Brandon Lee: The Man, The Shadow, and The Tragedy of The Crow
In this episode of pplpod, we explore the brief but impactful life of Brandon Lee, a rising star who fought to carve out his own identity while living in the shadow of his father, martial arts icon Br...
6 Feb 30min
Pop Smoke: The Meteoric Rise, Tragic Murder, and Enduring Legacy of the King of Brooklyn Drill
In this episode of pplpod, we profile the life and career of Bashar Barakah Jackson, better known as Pop Smoke, the artist credited with reintroducing the drill sound to New York City. We explore his ...
6 Feb 26min
Nancy Reagan: Hollywood Actress, "Queen Nancy," and the Power Behind the President
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the complex life and legacy of Nancy Reagan, a woman who transitioned from a Hollywood contract player to one of the most influential First Ladies in American h...
6 Feb 28min
Appetite for Dysfunction: The Rise, Fall, and Resurrection of Guns N' Roses
In this episode of pplpod, we explore the chaotic legacy of Guns N' Roses, the hard rock icons who earned the title of "The World's Most Dangerous Band". From their gritty formation in Los Angeles in ...
6 Feb 33min
The Front Runner’s Fall: Gary Hart, "Monkey Business," and the Week Politics Changed
In this episode, we explore the dramatic rise and sudden fall of Gary Hart, the Colorado Senator and "Atari Democrat" who redefined the line between political reporting and personal privacy. We trace ...
6 Feb 26min
XXXTentacion: SoundCloud King, "Rap’s Most Controversial Man," and a Legacy of Pain
In this episode of pplpod, we explore the volatile life and complicated legacy of Jahseh Onfroy, better known as XXXTentacion. Rising from a troubled childhood in Florida to become a central figure in...
6 Feb 25min
Travis Barker: From Punk’s First Superstar to Surviving the Unthinkable
In this episode of pplpod, we explore the rhythmic life of Travis Barker, a musician Rolling Stone once crowned "punk's first superstar drummer". We trace his evolution from working as a trash man in ...
6 Feb 31min
Boosie Badazz: From Death Row to Diabeties, "Wipe Me Down," and the Headlines
In this episode of pplpod, we explore the turbulent life and career of Torence Ivy Hatch Jr., the Baton Rouge rapper known to the world as Boosie Badazz (formerly Lil’ Boosie). We trace his journey fr...
6 Feb 30min
