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Too Pop to Handle
Author: Andrew Nucatola
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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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Brooklyn Beckham spiced up all of our lives on Instagram this weekend. This week, we’re diving into the Beckham drama, what went down with J Lo and the Glambot, Karamo not showing up for Queer Eye press, and so much more. Plus recaps of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 18 and The Traitors US season 4Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to my SubstackChapters: 00:00 Introduction04:33 New Music Releases14:35 Euphoria Season 3 trailer has dropped17:55 Glambot Director Cole Walliser discusses "rude" J.Lo moment23:42 Woman slams Cole Walliser over 'unprofessional” email exchange31:15 Karamo Brown cancels press appearances with ‘Queer Eye’ co-stars37:43 Megan thee Stallion says new music is on its way40:49 Brooklyn Beckham breaks silence on feud with Victoria and David Beckham on Instagram 01:02:31 RuPaul’s Drag Race S18 E3 Recap01:22:40 Traitors US S4 E 4 & 5 Recap01:33:11 Yes and Mess of the Week
Timothée Chalamet is on a winning streak that doesn't seem to have a finish line. This week, we're recapping the 2026 Golden Globes, discussing Harry Styles' cryptic billboards, Bebe Rexha's plea to escape the Khia asylum, Britney Spears' decision not to perform in the US again, and so much more.Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandleSubscribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comEpisode Chapters00:00 Introduction05:24 New Music Releases10:26 Harry Styles teases new album with cryptic billboards15:37 Bebe Rexha wants out of the khia asylum27:34 Britney Spears says she’ll never perform in the US again33:27 Trevor Noah set to host the GRAMMYs for the 6th and final time36:54 2026 Golden Globes recap01:03:54 RuPaul’s Drag Race S18 E2 Recap01:19:32 The Traitors US S4 Recap01:30:17 Yes and Mess of the Week
Ashley Tisdale is causing quite the drama in the “toxic mom friend groups” and I can’t get enough. This week, we’re discussing Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie’s rise to superstardom, Timotheé Chalamet’s mic drop moment at the Critics Choice Awards, the Gov Ball lineup and so much more! Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to our SubstackEpisode Chapters:00:00 Introduction 06:35 New Music Releases 16:30 Heated Rivalry Mania 26:59 Critics Choice Awards Recap36:54 2026 Gov Ball Lineup has been revealed39:28 Ashley Tisdale’s “toxic mom group” drama explained53:57 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City recap59:16 The Cult of The Real Housewife recap01:03:15 RuPaul’s Drag Race S18 recap
In case you needed a reminder: the TikTok ban, Katy Perry going to space, and the Coldplay Couple were all THIS year. Let's take a trip down memory lane and recap all of the pop culture moments of 2025 that were too pop to handle. Subscribe to my SubstackFollow me on Instagram
Beyoncé and Taylor Swift are always keeping us on our toes, and it seems like they have no plans on stopping. This week, Andrew is diving into Taylor Swift’s first two episodes of ‘The End of an Era’, Beyoncé on the cover of Pollstar magazine, the 2026 Met Gala co-chairs, Heated Rivalry cast drama, and so much more! Follow us on InstagramFollow us on SubstackChapters:00:00 Introduction03:02 Rob and Michele Reiner found dead yesterday in their Brentwood home,08:03 Taylor Swift’s ‘The End of an Era’ docuseries premieres on Disney+ 24:59 Taylor Swift silently updates ‘reputation’ lyrics on Apple Music and Spotify 30:42 Beyoncé on the cover of Pollstar Magazine 41:16 Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams announced as 2026 Met Gala co-chairs 44:40 ‘Heated Rivalry’ star François Arnaud responds to ‘I Love LA’ star Jordan Firstman’s criticism of Heated Rivalry’s sex scenes53:25 Bronwyn Newport and Todd Bradley separate after 9 years of marriage 56:19 Mary Cosby accused of money extortion 58:11 RHOSLC Recap 01:06:37 Yes and Mess of the Week
It’s the most wonderful time of the year - Spotify Wrapped! I’m breaking down my top ten albums and songs of 2025 PLUS exposing my Apple Music Replay from the year to see who made the cut. We’re also diving into Miley Cyrus’ engagement, the 2026 Golden Globe nominees, what to expect on Euphoria season three, and so much more! Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandleSubscribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comChapters:00:00 Introduction11:29 New Music Releases17:13 Miley Cyrus and Maxx Morando are engaged21:17 Golden Globes 2026 Nominations30:20 2026 Variety Actors on Actors35:04 Sam Levinson shares ‘Euphoria’ season 3 character plot lines38:52 Ranking my Top 10 Albums of 202501:11:42 Exposing my Apple Replay 202501:16:58 Heated Rivalry chit chat 01:20:43 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City recap 01:27:09 Yes and Mess of the Week
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
It’s the most wonderful time of the year - Spotify Wrapped! I’m breaking down my top ten albums and songs of 2025, PLUS exposing my Apple Music Replay from the year to see who made the cut. We’re also diving into Miley Cyrus’ engagement, the 2026 Golden Globe nominees, what to expect on Euphoria season three, and so much more! Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandleSubscribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.com00:00 Introduction11:29 New Music Releases17:13 Miley Cyrus and Maxx Morando are engaged21:17 2026 Golden Globes Nominations30:20 2026 Variety Actors on Actors35:04 Sam Levinson shares ‘Euphoria’ season 3 character plot lines38:52 Ranking my Top 10 Albums of 202501:11:42 Exposing my Apple Replay 202501:16:58 Heated Rivalry chit chat01:20:43 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City recap 01:27:09 Yes and Mess of the Week
It’s the most wonderful time of the year - Spotify Wrapped! I’m breaking down my top ten albums and songs of 2025 PLUS exposing my Apple Music Replay from the year to see who made the cut. We’re also diving into Miley Cyrus’ engagement, the 2026 Golden Globe nominees, what to expect on Euphoria season three, and so much more! Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandleSubscribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comChapters:00:00 Introduction11:29 New Music Releases 17:13 Miley Cyrus and Maxx Morando are engaged 21:17 Golden Globes 2026 Nominations 30:20 2026 Variety Actors on Actors 35:04 Sam Levinson shares ‘Euphoria’ season 3 character plot lines 38:52 Ranking my Top 10 Albums of 202501:11:42 Exposing my Apple Replay 2025 01:16:58 Heated Rivalry chit chat 01:20:43 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City recap 01:27:09 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




