Someone in the Crowd

About Someone in the Crowd

Someone in the Crowd is a pop culture podcast hosted by Sheyda and Sumi. Each episode feels like a candid conversation between friends, where they dive into the trends, moments, and cultural shifts shaping entertainment today. From personal reflections to unfiltered takes on film and music, this podcast is a mix of fun, real talk, and insightful commentary. Sheyda and Sumi have always been Someone in the Crowd—observing, questioning, and enjoying the art and media that influence us all. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the world of entertainment.

Publisher

Sheyda and Sumi

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 Jan 2025

Latest episode

25 Mar 2025

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Mar 2025

   Meeting Celebs: The Delusional, The Dramatic & The Downright Hilarious (Part 2)

   We’re back with more unfiltered celebrity stories! This time, Sheyda recalls the rapper who tried to kick her out of the club (rude), while Sumi gushes over Tessa Thompson’s ultimate girl’s girl energy. Plus, Sheyda has a moment with Joe Jonas, and we reveal why Gstaad Guy and Emma Chamberlain might just be the nicest celebs out there. Tune in for the tea, the drama, and the unexpected wholesome moments! ___ Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

2. 

   18 Mar 2025

   Is Music Still Authentic? Virality, Live Shows & The Industry Shift with Megan James

   The music industry has never moved faster. With TikTok dictating what goes viral, artists designing concerts for shareable moments, and the explosion of live shows post-COVID, is authenticity in music still alive? Today, we speak with Megan James, a booking agent assistant, and former fangirl turned industry insider, to talk about the power of live music, the tension between artistry and virality, and the difference between working in music for passion vs. profit. Plus, we break down our favorite live performers, the dream artists Megan would love to work with, and where the industry is headed next. -- Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr) Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1) Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Have a look at Meg's socials here (https://www.instagram.com/meganlizzijames?igsh=MWEyZzF1cWlnMnM0Yw==). Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

3. 

   11 Mar 2025

   From Double-Faults to DNFs: Why Everyone’s Suddenly Into F1 & Tennis

   Formula 1 and tennis have always been elite sports, but their influence on pop culture has never been stronger. With Drive to Survive making F1 appointment television and Challengers bringing tennis back into fashion, both sports have become status symbols as much as they are competitions. But is this newfound popularity making these sports more accessible, or just more exclusive? We dive into the intersection of sports, celebrity, and fashion to find out. --- Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

4. 

   6 Mar 2025

   From the Pit to the Big Stage: Making It as a Concert Photographer with Charlie Pief

   This week, we’re joined by concert photographer Charlie Pief, who went from fangirl to shooting some of the biggest artists on stage. She spills on what it takes to break into an industry built on networking and nepotism—especially when you’re not based in a major city—plus the importance of mentorship, the rise of women in a traditionally male-dominated field, and her dream artists to shoot. She’s worked with some of your faves, and she’s got the stories to prove it. --- Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Please show support to our amazing guest, Charlie Pief, by checking her work out on her Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/charliepief/) Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

5. 

   25 Feb 2025

   Oscars 2025: Robberies, Snubs & Straight-Up Nonsense

   The 2025 Oscars nominations just dropped, and we have THOUGHTS. Did Kieran Culkin actually act in A Real Pain, or was he just being himself? Why is Emilia Perez even here (and how did it become the worst-rated Best Picture nominee ever on Letterboxd)? Meanwhile, Challengers was completely robbed, Dune 2 deserved way more love, and we’re officially starting a campaign for Timothée Chalamet’s first Oscar. Oh, and can we talk about how AI needs to stay FAR away from cinema (side-eyeing The Brutalist)? Tune in for our takes, our unhinged predictions, and the inevitable rage we’ll feel on Oscars night. --- Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

6. 

   18 Feb 2025

   From Blockbusters to Bitesize: We Forgot How to Pay Attention

   At this point, we genuinely don’t know how to watch a movie without checking our phones every five minutes. But is that just us, or have attention spans collectively crumbled? This week, we’re spiraling about how modern media has completely rewired the way we consume stories—from why limited series feel easier to commit to than a 2.5-hour film, to the endless cycle of franchise reboots that keep us from ever having to learn about new characters. Have we broken our ability to focus? Are we witnessing the end of original stories? Or are we just products of the algorithm industrial complex? Either way, no need to concentrate too hard—we’ve already done the overthinking for you. --- Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

7. 

   11 Feb 2025

   Reacting to the 2025 Grammys: Snubs, Surprises & Hot Takes

   Sheyda and Sumi are diving into the madness of the 2025 Grammys—the wins, the losses, and the internet meltdowns in between. From Kendrick Lamar turning a diss track into a Grammy sweep to Beyoncé finally securingthat Album of the Year win, we break down how this year’s awards felt both groundbreaking and predictable at the same time. We get into the pop girlie moments (Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan’s well-earned wins), the shocking snubs (Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish left empty-handed?!), and what these results say about the industry, fan culture, and who the Recording Academyactually rewards. Tune in as we unpack the night’s biggest moments, give our unfiltered takes, and try to figure out… did the Grammys finally get it right? --- Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

8. 

   4 Feb 2025

   Hi Barbie! Are we in our Girlhood era? 🎀 Pop culture’s new wave of feminism

   First, we wore pink for Barbie. Then, we swapped friendship bracelets at the Eras Tour. Now, everything is girl—girl math, girl dinner, girl trends. But is this the best thing to happen to feminism, or are we just turning it into an aesthetic? Is this an awakening for girls around the world, or another source of marketable content? In this episode, we break down how Greta Gerwig’s success, TikTok’s obsession with girlhood, the ever-growing female communities formed through fandoms & fan practices, as well as the backlash against Wicked, reveal both the power and the pitfalls of digital feminism. From reclaiming girlhood to the rise of girl-coded everything, we’re asking: Are we actually in our feminism era? --- Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Click here (https://medium.com/@parniansheyda/the-misogyny-behind-the-best-director-oscar-dcbce1f69716) for Sheyda's article, mentioned in the episode. Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

9. 

   28 Jan 2025

   Meeting Celebs: the Good, the Bad, and the Cringe

   Sheyda and Sumi are sharing their wildest and most unexpected celebrity encounters in this episode. From Timothée Chalamet calling Sheyda his "bestie" to close calls with One Direction or foundation stains left by Mom-agers, things never go quite as planned. Sumi opens up about a famous actor who wasn’t as cool as he seemed, a dreamy encounter with Penn Badgley, and a football player who couldn’t pay his tab. Tune in for some unforgettable stories... and make sure to let us know if you'd like a part 2! --- Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

10. 

    21 Jan 2025

    Cancel Culture is Broken: The Internet’s Toxic Hobby

    In the second episode of Someone in the Crowd, Sheyda and Sumi break down the complexities of cancel culture—when it works, when it doesn’t, and how it often prevents people from genuinely learning and growing from their mistakes. We delve into the double standards of public outrage, exploring how women and people of color are disproportionately impacted, and question why society holds celebrities to higher standards than those in their personal lives. Plus, we examine the voyeuristic side of cancel culture and its unexpected role in shaping modern parasocial relationships. It’s a thought-provoking conversation on accountability, redemption, and what it truly means to consume media responsibly. --- Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

11. 

    16 Jan 2025

    How One Direction Shaped Us: Reflecting on Liam Payne’s Legacy

    In our very first episode of Someone in the Crowd, Sheyda and Sumi reflect on the heartbreaking loss of Liam Payne and what it means for us as fans who grew up with One Direction. We chat about the unique bond between One Direction and their fans—one that goes beyond the typical fan-celebrity dynamic and actually redefines what a parasocial relationship is. From the influence they had on us as teenagers to the way we still feel connected to them now, we dive into why this fandom is so special and how it shaped our experience growing up. It’s an emotional ride through the past, with a fresh perspective on what it means to be a fan today. --- Sheyda's article, ⁠"You and Us: Grieving Liam Payne and One Direction" ⁠ (https://medium.com/@parniansheyda/you-and-us-grieving-liam-payne-and-one-direction-5f997009b05d) Follow Sumi and Sheyda on socials!: You can find Someone in the Crowd on ⁠TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@someoneinthecrowdpodcast?_t=ZG-8svDVhQ8MV7&_r=1)⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/someoneinthecrowdpodcast?igsh=MXRodHhxZzV4MnJ4cA==)⁠⁠, and follow Sumi and Sheyda on their personal accounts for more behind-the-scenes fun and updates: Sumi on ⁠TikTok⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@sumimrk?_t=ZG-8svDPULqM4X&_r=1) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sumimrkulic?igsh=MXRhejR6czg4Z2Vh&utm_source=qr), and Sheyda on ⁠TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠ and ⁠Instagram (https://www.tiktok.com/@sheydaps?_t=ZG-8svDObpjbWa&_r=1)⁠. Feel free to contact us for any business enquiries at someoneinthecrowdpod@gmail.com.

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YouTube views

755,957

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 63 / 100

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74

Social presence

91

YouTube

86

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