Popcast

A palate-cleanse conversation about the state of legacy reality franchises, and what might come next for them.

A conversation about the mysterious rapper’s rise and the impact of hip-hop’s splintering.

The pop star’s ascent has tested the boundaries of contemporary pop, and may create a template for a next generation.

A roundup of some of the biggest and most impactful shows on the road this fall, and how live performances can shift the audience’s perception of an artist.

A discussion of the accusations the music mogul faces, the court of public opinion and how the entertainment press covers morally complicated figures.

The dance music superstar and former accountant speaks on the return of EDM and his rise, from underground parties to headlining Madison Square Garden.

A discussion about the ways in which musicians and social media stars, both mainstream and more obscure, have figured into the current presidential campaign.

Plus: A conversation about the career of Rich Homie Quan, who died last week.

The rapper and gourmand answers our rapid-fire questionnaire covering the music of his childhood, how he manages stress and his go-to bodega order.

A conversation about the Detroit rapper’s long and unlikely career as his 12th studio album reaches No. 1.