
She Played on 'In Utero' — And Never Talked About It. Until Now.
We celebrate the 30th anniversary of Nirvana's In Utero: Cello player Kera Schaley tells her story for the first time, and director Anton Corbijn reveals behind-the-scenes secrets of the "Heart-Shaped...
22 Sep 202332min

How Olivia Rodrigo Avoided a Sophomore Slump
We break down Olivia Rodrigo's new album Guts, try to figure out what's going on between her and Taylor Swift, and more, with Angie Martoccio joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choice...
15 Sep 202348min

Jimmy Buffett Knew How He Wanted to Be Remembered
Singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett, who died in early September at the age of 76, reflects on his life and music — from writing "Margaritaville" to hanging with Bob Dylan — in a 2020 interview with host ...
6 Sep 202331min

The Wild Rise of Oliver Anthony's "Rich Men North of Richmond' - Right-Wing Country Strikes Back!
Oliver Anthony's "Rich Men of Richmond" was initially boosted online by right-wing influencers — but it undeniably caught on with the wider public. How did the fastest-ever rise to number one happen? ...
25 Aug 202351min

Is Everything About Travis Scott's 'Utopia' Great — Besides Travis Scott's Rapping?
Travis Scott's Utopia is one of the year's most ambitious hip-hop albums — but many critics see Scott himself as a hollow presence within it. Andre Gee joins host Brian Hiatt to discuss the hits and m...
16 Aug 202340min

Robbie Robertson on His Life with the Band
The late legend Robbie Robertson looks back at his work with the Band, his time with Bob Dylan, and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...
13 Aug 202343min

The Most Conservative Country Songs of All Time ("Try That In a Small Town" is just the latest)
We break down Jason Aldean's controversial "Try That in A Small Town," and look back at the long, fascinating history of reactionary country songs, from Merle Haggard to to Hank Williams Jr. Toby Keit...
7 Aug 20231h 10min

The Life and Music of Sinead O'Connor
We look back at the life and music of the late Sinead O'Connor. Shirley Manson of Garbage joins host Brian Hiatt to talk about her music and influence, and longtime Rolling Stone writer David Wild loo...
31 Jul 202354min



















