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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S Club 7
In this episode we explore the dark side of the bubblegum pop machine and what happens when you try to recreate the success of The Spice Girls.
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30 Nov 2024
Ep 7: Charli XCX
Charli XCX shares her journey from playing illegal raves to mainstream success, breaking down the barriers of her unique electro-pop sound and Recession Pop phenomenon.
5 Nov 2024
Ep 6: FKA Twigs
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 (https://www.sistahspace.org/)
Domestic abuse help (https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/getting-help-for-domestic-violence/)
Help for male victim (https://mensadviceline.org.uk/)s
Further Reading, Links & Citations
Companion Playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3K7d3gJHueYznS2eku5pEA?si=a_JU9HnwSSilwje032QCZA)
Poly Styrene: I am a Cliche (https://www.polystyrenefilm.net/)
Grounded with Louis Theroux (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p091pg54)
Even with Cat Burns and Rachel Chinouriri (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3OZaaEVfzaVuBhYoJd8tkB?si=b0447c8c3d4b4ae9)
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21 Oct 2024
Ep 5: Girls Aloud
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.
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7 Oct 2024
Ep 4: SOPHIE
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 (https://erisyoung.com/)
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16 Sept 2024
Ep 3: Raye
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.
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16 Sept 2024
Ep 2: Sugababes
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!
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16 Sept 2024
Ep 1: Doja Cat
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.
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7 Sept 2024
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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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