Queen Things

Olivia Rodrigo's new Christmas song has the internet debating songwriting credits (again), and I'm bringing Taylor Swift and Beyoncé into the conversation. Plus, the microaggressions on Real Housewives of New York, my take on the Alex Cooper–Sofia Franklyn fallout, and the books I loved so much I'm buying physical copies. Let’s get into it. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https:/...

I almost never talk politics on this show, but today I MUST. Then: I’m back in the comments from last week’s Capitalist in Chief episode, responding to some of my favorites, including a few that had me typing with my chest. Let’s get into it. ***Sign Up Here for the Queen Reads Book Club!*** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queen-reads-book-club-tickets-2003004241606 Subscribe for monthly bonus episod...

They both love money - but who loves it more? I'm finally (and somewhat unseriously) crowning the *TRUE* Capitalist in Chief. We’re grading them on four monetization strategies: music, live shows, products, and side hustles. Let's get into it. ***Sign Up Here for the Queen Reads Book Club!*** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queen-reads-book-club-tickets-2003004241606 Subscribe for monthly bon...

Is Miley a pop star if she won’t do what pop stars do? And, is Taylor a rude, fan-hating celeb? Plus, some DWTS drama, and a little Beyoncé to brighten your day. Let’s get into it. ***Sign Up Here for the Queen Reads Book Club!*** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queen-reads-book-club-tickets-2003004241606 Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod https://queenthin...

Kelly Clarkson’s toy store standoff just escalated...if you can believe it. Then: my Grammy predictions for Taylor’s chances, who I actually think should win Album, Record, and Song of the Year, plus a surprise from the country category. A little Broadway talk, and a hair extension story that’s got the internet finally agreeing on something. Let’s get into it. ***Sign Up Here for the Queen Reads B...

A lot of men, none of them making it easy. We’re kicking off with your Swiftologist takes, digging into Pete Davidson’s foolish Variety interview, breezing through Eminem and Kid Rock "setting politics aside" for a new song, and, frustratingly, addressing the Cornell case. Let’s get into it.  ***Sign Up Here for the Queen Reads Book Club!*** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queen-reads-book-...

I sat down and reacted to the Swiftologist's reaction to Taylor's Encore tracks…I disagree with almost everything he says, but I don't think that means what you'd think it means. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod https://queenthings.substack.com/ Join the conversation: TikTok -@queenthingspod⁠,⁠ @iam_kjmiller⁠ YouTube - www.youtube.com/@...

Ed Sheeran spoke out on stage, and I get into whether it really moves the needle. Then: the new Taylor Swift clues that have Swifties convinced something's dropping at the VMAs, and Jay-Z and Colin Kaepernick's very public back-and-forth about who really sold out. Let's get into it. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod https://queenthings.subst...

Ed Sheeran's tour is in chaos after dropping Macklemore, and I've got real problems with the statement he put out. Then: Taylor's Emmys sketch with Mariska Hargitay had Swifties convinced they'd cracked a code, Sydney Sweeney's new ad backlash, Jasmine Crockett's controversial call to honor Chris Brown, and a white news poll I need your take on.  Let's get into it. Subs...

P!nk is the latest artist doubling down on a bad take, and I'm getting all the way into my thoughts on it. Then: the real story behind Alix Earle and Alex Cooper's beef, now that Earle's finally addressed it on her Netflix show, plus who I think is winning the fight. And a little on North West headlining her own concert at 13. Let's get into it. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes...

Y'all had a lot to say about whether it's really Travis Kelce who's made Taylor more open — so I'm getting into it, plus why I don't think it's that simple. Then: how Olivia Rodrigo pulled off another masterpiece with Daisy Chain Fields, and Cardi B and Samyra's Old Navy round two, including who I think has the range to actually weigh in. Let's get into it. Subscrib...

Taylor's Grammy performance and hour-long interview had me completely gagged — the mashup, the vocals, the way she addressed the Showgirl backlash without ever naming it. I'm breaking it all down. This episode is also a chance to talk about what Dolly Parton's legacy has meant to my family, beyond the music. Plus some thoughts on a rough week in brand marketing and the news on Harry an...

Drew Afualo's damage control is making things worse, not better — I'm breaking down where it went wrong. Then: Bethenny Frankel's $42 bagel and what it says about diet culture's rebrand, the BookTok drama I accidentally started this week, and why the NABJ gave Stephen A. Smith a thumbs down award. Let's get into it. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/...

Taylor Swift just quietly pulled her music off Trump's TikToks — the internet ran wild with a theory I had to fact-check myself. Then: Jools LeBron's GoFundMe, a Nantucket shop's "No Influencers" sign, and the debate nobody expected to get this heated. Let's get into it. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod https://queenthings.sub...

This week we’re diving into Ariana Grande’s step back from visibility — her statement, the scrutiny, and why the reaction has me feeling icky. Also, Hank Green just admitted he's over-relying on AI and BTS pulled out of the Grammys over the new "Asian pop" category - lots of thoughts on both!  Let’s get into it. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthi...

This week, I'm breaking down exactly why Taylor’s a far better singer than she gets credit for. Plus, Anne Hathaway is an ally and she's not being quiet about it — her HRC speech has me feeling a way. And that Cut article on Gen Z women financing their loser boyfriends' entire lives? We need to talk about it. Plus a quick check-in on your World Cup halftime show comments and where thin...

While Taylor Swift and Jay-Z were busy taking over New York — her wedding, his record-breaking Yankee Stadium residency — I was in Napa Valley celebrating my 40th. I'm back with takes on both. Plus: the World Cup halftime show, the Undone by Kate scandal, and my honest take on the new Gracie Abrams album. Let’s go! Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod...

I finally listened to Lizzo's new album start to finish — barely holding on by track 12. I'm breaking down what works, what doesn't, and why I think it’s facing a whole lot more than just marketing problems. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod https://queenthings.substack.com/ Join the conversation: TikTok -@queenthingspod⁠,⁠ @iam_kjmiller⁠ Yo...

A lot on my mind this week. The Summer House aftermath tried to serve me a victim narrative about Amanda. Monica McNutt called Taylor out at the Knicks game and I have thoughts. Your Ariana Grande comments came in heavy and I'm addressing them directly. And yes, I'm a book girl now - let’s get into it. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod https://q...

Ciara Miller closed out the Summer House reunion, landed a Harper's Bazaar cover, and is booked from here to Cannes. Ariana launched her tour and the internet spent more time on her body than her set list…and we need to talk about that. Plus: Taylor's got us in our feelings, Olivia's got the Swifties on alert, and Lizzo dropped a new album that few people seem to care about. Let's...

Professor Miller's back to unpack Summer House Reunion Part 2. West and Amanda continuing to lower the bar, Dara with a read for the ages, and Meija's call blowing the whole thing open — let's get into it. Plus — Taylor Swift + Toy Story 5, and yes, I think she's going for the Oscar. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod https://queenthings....

Professor Miller is in session. I took notes — actual notes — on the Summer House Reunion because Ciara came in ready and I was not about to let a single moment slide. Plus — some Black News covering the Patrick Ta and Painted by Esther situation.  Saddle up! Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod https://queenthings.substack.com/ Join the conversation: TikT...

I finally saw Devil Wears Prada 2. The cast looked incredible. The movie? Different conversation. This week I'm also getting into Caitlin Clark's latest moment, Billie Eilish's take that offended half the internet, and the New York Times list that left Beyoncé off — and why my take might surprise you. Spoilers for The Devil Wears Prada 2 from 8:46 to 13:09. Subscribe for monthly bonus...

The Met Gala was Monday and you know I have thoughts. Beyoncé ate. Lauren Sánchez did not. We're also closing the book on Blake Lively, checking in on Bozoma Saint John, and I'm bringing Judge and Jury back for a big one. Let's go. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspod https://queenthings.substack.com/ Join the conversation: TikTok -@queenthings...

The queens are showing out and the men are out here embarrassing themselves. This week we're looking at how women are running the culture, from Taylor's songwriting to Beyoncé's breadcrumbs, Gaga x Doechii, and more. Plus, how Meg deserves so much better, and Amanda seems determined to earn every bit of hate coming her way. Let's talk about it. Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:...