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Join your pop culture best friend, Andrew Nucatola, as he dives into the pop culture moments from each week that are just Too Pop to Handle. Covering entertainment news, new music releases, TV recaps, the buzziest pop-culture stories, and more, you'll always be in the know.
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Is Beyoncé dropping hints that act iii is coming!? After a weekend being out on the town, fans are spiraling over whether or not we need to start saving our coins.Plus, Sabrina Carpenter arresting Miss Piggy, Billie Eilish's new movie, Ariana Grande and Nicole Kidman being obsessed with each other, and so much more.Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandleSubscribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comChapters:00:00 Introduction04:46 New Music Releases09:01 Wicked: For Good becomes the biggest opening debut for a Broadway adaptation12:34 Ariana Grande interviewed by Nicole Kidman for Interview Magazine18:00 Sabrina Carpenter wraps the Short n’ Sweet Tour in Los Angeles23:15 Billie Eilish announces “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT TOUR” 3D Movie26:23 Tyler, the Creator names Apple Music’s 2025 Artist of the Year31:23 Beyoncé attends the 2025 F1 Grand Prix44:57 Jessi Draper exposes what Demi Engemann meant by “fruity pebbles”50:13 Yes and Mess of the Week
My life has been changed for the better after seeing Wicked: For Good. I'm reviewing the highly anticipated sequel (mostly spoiler-free) and discussing all of the changes from the musical to the movie.PLUS Ke$ha adding the $ back to her name, Lorde and Sadie Sink performing together, Ariana Grande going back to SNL, and so much more!Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandleSubscribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comEpisode Chapters:00:00 Introduction01:53 New Music Releases05:44 Ke$ha is teasing a new rebrand!?08:32 The Devil Wears Prada 2 Teaser13:36 BravoCon 2025: New RHONY cast + Real Housewives of Rhode Island21:03 Lorde surprises London crowd with Sadie Sink24:03 Ariana Grande and Cher to appear on SNL’s final episode of 202527:17 Wicked: For Good Movie Review51:01 Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S3 Recap59:24 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Recap01:03:40 Selling The OC Recap01:06:22 Yes and Mess of the Week
The 2026 Grammy nominations are here, and I have thoughts (shocker). I’m sharing my predictions for the 68th annual Grammys and who I think was snubbed. I’m also diving into Chrishell Stause leaving Selling Sunset, Shay Mitchell’s controversial new business venture, Wicked: One Wonderful Night, and so much more! Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to my newsletterChapters:00:00 Introduction 04:29 New Music Releases14:37 Chrishell Stause is leaving Selling Sunset after 9 seasons18:58 Shay Mitchell launches skincare brand for children24:25 Michael Jackson biopic trailer breaks record + what they cut from the movie32:51 NBC airs “Wicked: One Wonderful Night” live concert special44:32 2026 Grammy Predictions01:03:28 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Recap01:08:26 Yes and Mess of the Week
I've said it once, and I'll say it again: you could never make me hate Chrishell Stause. We're recapping season nine of Selling Sunset from all the drama and lack of houses sold, PLUS Ariana Grande missing the Wicked: For Good premiere, Tate McRae lip-syncing, and so much more. Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandle Subscribe to my newsletter: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comChapters: 00:00 Introduction 07:28 New Music Releases 16:25 Huda Mustafa dropped from Huda Beauty after racist incident 24:14 Tate McRae receives backlash after alleged lip-syncing 29:32 Ariana Grande missed Wicked: For Good red carpet in Brazil 39:03 2026 GRAMMY Nomination Predictions 53:02 Selling Sunset Season 9 Recap 01:12:54 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Recap 01:18:15 Yes and Mess of the Week
Sabrina Carpenter needs to enter her rom-com era, and Kevin Federline needs to keep Britney Spears’ name out of his mouth. On this week’s episode, we’re chatting about Sabrina Carpenter on SNL, Kevin Federline’s new memoir, Lorde and Charli xcx working it out on the remix in LA, Kristen Bell’s Instagram caption, and more!NYC VOTING INFOFollow us on InstagramSubscribe to my SubstackChapters:00:00 Introduction08:51 New Music Releases 11:51 $102M worth of jewels stolen from The Louvre 15:13 Lorde brings out Charli xcx at LA Ultrasound Tour show18:50 Britney Spears responds to Kevin Federline’s memoir ‘You Thought You Knew’ 27:15 Sabrina Carpenter appears as the host and musical guest on SNL 39:20 Miley Cyrus on the cover of Vogue France 45:05 Kristen Bell limits her Instagram comments after criticism from her anniversary post to Dax Shepard48:58 Euphoria Season 3 cast announced 52:37 Colman Domingo announced as the voice of The Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good 57:01 TV Recap01:02:23 Yes and Mess of the Week #SabrinaCarpenter #popculture
Charli xcx has mastered the art of having it all figured it out but never letting us know her next move. We’re chatting her Vanity Fair cover and all of her next moves, Taylor Swift’s record breaking week, Kylie Jenner’s debut single, and so much more. Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to our SubstackFollow me on TikTok00:00 Introduction05:11 New Music Releases16:16 Diane Keaton Passes Away at 7919:44 Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” breaks the record for most albums sold in a week29:20 Michelle Williams discusses a possible Destiny’s Child reunion33:15 No Doubt announces 2026 Sphere Residency38:53 Kylie Jenner releases debut single “Fourth Strike” 45:46 Charli xcx on the cover of Vanity Fair01:06:27 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City recap01:15:53 Yes and Mess of the Week
Taylor Swift’s new album “The Life of a Showgirl” is many things, but the most important thing to remember is: it’s not that deep. We’re diving into my initial thoughts on TS12, why everyone needs to take a chill pill while listening, and Taylor’s record-breaking week (again).PLUS Addison Rae on W Magazine, an update on Wendy Williams, and more! Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to my Substack00:00 Introduction09:37 New Music Releases 11:45 Taylor Swift releases The Life of a Showgirl 39:49 Addison Rae on the cover of W Magazine44:56 Wendy Williams on the cover of NY Magazine 51:47 Dolly Parton’s sister asks fans for prayers as singer's health declines 56:22 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Recap01:04:34 Yes and Mess of the Week
When the world needed him most, Bad Bunny booked the Super Bowl halftime show. We're covering my thoughts on a man doing the halftime again, Donald Trump's beef with Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl Easter eggs, and so much more. Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandle/Subscribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comCHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction03:32 Reneé Rapp Bite Me Tour Review06:52 New Music Releases19:54 Bad Bunny to headline Super Bowl LX 24:49 The White House is beefing Ariana Grande31:00 Lola Young cancels all performances for the foreseeable future39:20 Taylor Swift set for late-night return on Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers47:39 Yes and Mess of the Week
Hannah Einbinder being an Emmy winner just feels so correct to me. We're recapping the 77th Annual Emmy Awards, the 2026 Coachella Lineup, the Dreamgirls Broadway revival, and more! Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to our SubstackChapters:00:00 Introduction05:45 New Music Releases 16:51 Dreamgirls Broadway revival set for fall 202621:12 Taylor Frankie Paul is the next Bachelorette 26:28 Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Karol G to headline Coachella 2026 32:17 77th Emmy Awards Recap 43:50 Yes and Mess of the Week
Between four outfit changes, three VMA wins, and hosting a meet and greet with everyone in the room, Ariana Grande was the one to watch at the 2025 Video Music Awards. We’re recapping the entire show from Sabrina Carpenter’s trans rights statements, Lady Gaga causing Mayhem, and everything in between. PLUS Hilary Duff’s new music endeavor, RuPaul on the silver screen, Lady Gaga’s new tour dates, and more! Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to our SubstackChapters:00:00 Introduction06:32 New Music Releases14:31 Hilary Duff signs to Atlantic Records for new studio album19:13 RuPaul set to star in the first Drag Race universe feature film22:57 Lady Gaga announces second US leg of the Mayhem Ball28:34 2025 VMAs Recap01:18:00 Yes and Mess of the Week
Jim Verraros has lived many lives since we first met him on season one of American Idol, but he's never lived as authentically as he is now. Join us as we discuss Jim's new EP "Explicit", what it was like being an American Idol Guinea pig, being outed to the entire world by a tabloid, and finding your authentic voice through it all. Listen to Jim Verraros' new EP "Explicit" Follow Jim Verraros on InstagramFollow Too Pop to HandleSubscribe to my Substack
WHAT. A. WEEK. Between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting engaged and the Love Island USA S7 Reunion, things have been especially too pop to handle.PLUS Lil Nas X released on bail in LA, Billy Ray Cyrus leaking a new Miley Cyrus song, and my Friday night with Lindsay Lohan. Follow us on IGSubscribe to my SubstackChapters:00:00 Introduction06:11 New Music Releases15:57 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce engagement25:22 More VMA performers announced including Tate McRae, Mariah Carey, and Doja Cat28:17 Lil Nas X released on bail after weekend arrest in LA34:35 Billy Ray Cyrus teases Miley Cyrus and Fleetwood Mac collab38:33 Love Island USA Reunion Recap (+ Iris and Pepe breakup & Amaya and Bryan unfollowing each other)01:12:36 Love Island Beyond the Villa Recap01:21:43 Yes and Mess of the Week
Did someone say a Glee reunion!? Grab a slushie and get ready for a whole lot of pop culture - Justin Bieber's Vegas impersonator, Dua Lipa's new music, Coldplay releasing a "Brat" inspired album, and so much more.Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandle/Subscribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comFollow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewnucatolaEpisode Chapters:00:00 Introduction04:15 New Music Releases17:38 VMAs announces first round of performers and honorees19:07 Chris Martin says he wants Coldplay to enter their “Brat” era 23:13 Glee cast set for 10-year reunion on Celebrity Weakest Link 27:36 Justin Bieber impersonator tricks Vegas club into letting him perform31:25 Dua Lipa talks new music in Harper's Bazaar Icon issue35:45 Tyla EP sales create online controversy 47:10 Love Island Beyond the Villa Recap52:11 Yes and Mess of the Week
Can you believe Travis Kelce shooting his shot on a podcast had led us to Taylor Swift announcing her 12th album “The Life of a Showgirl” on New Heights!? We’re diving into everything and anything related to TS12 PLUS the Jonas Brothers and Demi Lovato having a Camp Rock reunion, Beyoncé winning her first Emmy, and so much more.Follow me on InstagramSubscribe to my SubstackChapters:00:00 Introduction 03:55 New Music Releases08:27 Jonas Brothers bring out Demi Lovato at MetLife Stadium 17:25 Sabrina Carpenter releases 4th album cover for “Man’s Best Friend”22:14 Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband Brandon Blackstock loses battle to cancer27:32 Beyoncé wins her first Emmy award for the Beyoncé Bowl32:48 Taylor Swift announces new album “The Life of a Show Girl” on New Heights podcast01:08:21 Yes and Mess of the Week
There's a new era of pop girls in town, and I am buying everything they're selling. We're diving into the 2025 VMA nominees and recapping all of my favorite moments from Lollapalooza (Olivia Rodrigo, Doechii, and Sabrina Carpenter). PLUS Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry's love affair, Beyoncé's final Levi's ad, and so much more.Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to my Substack Chapters:00:00 Introduction02:00 Ginger Twinsies review04:41 New Music Releases21:23 American Eagle releases statement regarding “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans” ad 27:22 Beyoncé and Levi’s release fourth and final ad31:37 Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau spotted getting dinner together37:47 2025 VMA nominations 54:01 2025 Lollapalooza Recap (Olivia Rodrigo, Doechii, Sabrina Carpenter) 01:16:00 Love Island Beyond the Villa Recap01:17:33 Yes and Mess of the Week
It feels like my entire life has led up to this moment: Disney invited me to an early screening of Freakier Friday.I'm giving my full spoiler-free review on this long-awaited sequel, plus diving into the JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez breakup, Beyoncé reuniting Destiny's Child, Sydney Sweeney's controversial American Eagle ad, and more! Follow me on InstagramSubscribe to my SubstackChapters:00:00 Intro01:47 Freakier Friday Premiere + Review (Spoiler Free)19:44 New Music Releases22:48 Beyoncé reunites Destiny’s Child at final Cowboy Carter Tour stop34:16 Sydney Sweeney American Eagle ad sparks controversy41:21 Harry Styles releases Pleasing sex toys45:06 JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez breakup58:49 Love Island Beyond the Villa Recap01:03:32 Yes and Mess of the Week
Wondering what sent Nicki Minaj on her Twitter rampage against SZA or what Lady Gaga changed for her Mayhem Ball Tour setlist? You’ve come to the right place.This week we’re diving into Ariana Grande teasing a 2026 tour, Charli xcx and George Daniel tying the knot, Cierra Ortega claiming to get the “villain edit” on Love Island and so much more. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/toopoptohandle/Subsribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comChapters:00:00 Introduction03:26 New Music Releases07:56 Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies at 5409:57 Ozzy Osborne dies at 76 12:38 Ariana Grande teases 2026 tour 17:52 Lady Gaga kicks off the Mayhem Ball in Las Vegas 28:36 Charli xcx and George Daniel tie the knot in London32:55 Lindsay Lohan set to have original song on the “Freakier Friday” soundtrack36:53 Nicki Minaj and SZA beef explained 48:30 Cierra Ortega claims to get the “villain edit” on Love Island USA 51:02 Love Island Beyond the Villa Recap54:10 RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 Finale Recap 01:04:09 Yes and Mess of the Week
Do pop stars need to tour between every album? Let’s ask Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber. We’re diving into Justin’s new creative freedom as an artist and Miley’s point of view on touring “Something Beautiful”. PLUS Emmy nominations, Ariana Grande’s new movie role, Beyoncé getting robbed, and so much more! Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to my Substack 00:00 Introduction02:24 New Music Releases14:10 Bad Bunny kicks off Debi Tirar Mas Fotos Tour 18:05 Beyoncé has unreleased music and setlists stolen from rental car in Atlanta22:43 77th Annual Emmy Nominations 38:11 Gabby Windey set to host “Love Overboard” on Hulu41:31 Ariana Grande to star in Jon M. Chu’s “Oh the Places You’ll Go” 45:18 Justin Bieber settles $31.5 M debt with Scooter Braun52:44 Miley Cyrus shares she has “no desire” to tour01:02:02 RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 recap01:16:05 Love Island Season 7 Finale recap 01:22:57 Love Island Beyond the Villa recap 01:28:20 Yes and Mess of the Week
POP CULTURE YAP-A-THON 💥 If there was an award for yapping, this episode would take home gold. We’re diving into all of the pop culture moments from the week that were too pop to handle, including Anne Hathaway on the cover of Vogue, TikTok’s new US based app, updates on the Diddy trial, a wellness check on Kelly Clarkson, and more. PLUS recapping the first episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 Semifinals and Love Island USA Season 7. Subscribe to my Substack Follow us on InstagramCHAPTERS00:00 Introduction03:19 Materialists review08:11 New Music Releases14:10 Anne Hathaway's hardest role yet 21:45 TikTok set to launch new US-based app 25:23 Diddy trial updates30:06 Kelly Clarkson cancels opening night of Vegas residency 90 minutes before showtime39:33 Bad Bunny sends message to Trump in NUEVAYoL music video 43:09 RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 Recap58:50 Love Island USA Season 7 Recap01:14:28 Yes and Mess of the Week
Glastonbury 2025 was one for the books - a surprise set from Lorde, Charli xcx burning the BRAT flag, Doechii teaching a masterclass in performing, Olivia Rodrigo making history, and MORE. Let's recap the festival and all of the performances that were too pop to handle.PLUS The Devil Wears Prada 2 going into production, Miley Cyrus returning to Disney, Jack Antonoff producing Charli xcx's album, and Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour malfunction. Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to my Substack: Chapters:00:00 Introduction05:34 New Music Releases13:45 Miley Cyrus’ Something Beautiful visual album set to stream on Disney+16:24 The Devil Wears Prada 2 is officially in production, set for 2026 release19:56 Jennifer Aniston set to play Jenette McCurdy’s mom in TV adaptation of “I’m Glad My Mom Died” 23:14 Beyoncé faces malfunction during Cowboy Carter Tour date in Houston29:08 Jack Antonoff rumored to produce Charli xcx’s next album 32:42 Glastonbury 2025 Recap (Lorde, Charli xcx, Doechii, JADE, and more)01:03:35 RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 Thoughts01:05:49 Love Island USA S7 Recap01:15:07 Yes and Mess of the Week
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