Educate Your Earbuds

Once upon a time, MTV ruled the music world — and now, it barely plays any. This week on Educate Your Earbuds , we’re unpacking what happened to the channel that changed music forever and why its legacy still matters today. From its glory days of music videos and pop culture chaos to the latest news shaking up MTV’s UK channels, we’re tracing how the network slowly drifted away from its roots — an...

This week on Educate Your Earbuds , we’re diving into the drama behind Billboard’s brand-new Hot 100 chart rules 😱. As of October 25th, 2025, Billboard dropped some major updates that completely changed how songs chart — and yep, a few long-running hits just got kicked off 👋. We’ll break down what the new rules actually mean, why Billboard decided to shake things up, and what this could mean for...

🎧 It’s time for another mini episode of Educate Your Earbuds — your biweekly 15-minute catch-up on all things music, pop culture, and whatever chaos is living rent-free in my head 💅 This week’s episode is packed: we’re talking about the NFL Commissioner finally responding to the Bad Bunny Super Bowl criticism 🏈🐰, and the exciting news about Olivia Rodrigo’s upcoming third studio album (yes, sh...

This week on Educate Your Earbuds , we’re tackling the ultimate music hot take — who are the best and worst vocalists of all time? 🎤 From powerhouse belters to soft indie crooners, we’re unpacking what actually makes someone a good singer and why some “meh” vocalists still have superstar status. I’m sharing my spicy picks (no one’s safe 👀), comparing them to the internet’s rankings, and ending w...

🎶 Ever tried to live your best life too hard? This week on Educate Your Earbuds , I’m unpacking my absolutely chaotic concert marathon — four concerts in eight days (yes, you read that right 😅). Between screaming along to Dua Lipa’s Radical Optimism Tour and sprinting from venue to venue, I learned a lot about what happens when “work-life balance” turns into “concert-life chaos.” In this episode...

🎧 It’s time for another mini episode of Educate Your Earbuds — your biweekly dose of music pop culture chaos, hot takes, and random thoughts, all in 15 minutes or less 💅 This week, we’re diving into Bad Bunny’s big SNL comeback and all the early shade surrounding his upcoming Super Bowl halftime show 🏈🐰. Then, we’ve got Role Model bringing out Charli XCX for a surprise performance — and yes, I...

🎧 This week on Educate Your Earbuds , we’re tackling a spicy question — why does music criticism feel... off lately? 👀 From viral stan wars to suspiciously high album ratings, something’s changed in how we talk about music — and not necessarily for the better. Join me as I dig into what’s really behind the decline of sharp, honest reviews and how the internet might be reshaping the way we define...

This week on Educate Your Earbuds , we’re putting the ✨spotlight✨ on none other than pop queen Dua Lipa. From dominating the charts to building her own empire, Dua’s proving she’s way more than just a superstar with a killer discography. Gerald is back as my guest co-host (and resident Dua stan) as we dive into her world: her Service95 platform and must-read book club picks 📚, her ventures in f...

It’s mini episode time on Educate Your Earbuds 🎧✨ — your 15-min pop culture scroll without the doomscroll. This week, Bad Bunny wrapped his Puerto Rico residency and dropped a 💥 Super Bowl bombshell, Harry Styles proved he’s not just a pop star but a marathon king 🏃‍♂️, Lana Del Rey shared more dreamy wedding pics 💍, and Selena + Benny Blanco are officially hitched 💒. Oh, and All Things Go g...

Bad Bunny just reminded the world why he’s that guy . 🎤🌎 In this week’s episode of Educate Your Earbuds , we’re diving into his historic Puerto Rico residency No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí and what it means beyond the music. From sold-out nights in San Juan to the ripple effects across culture, the economy, and even streaming charts, Benito’s residency has turned into way more than just a concert seri...

This week on Educate Your Earbuds , we’re diving into the temple of techno itself: Berghain . Once the undisputed capital of Berlin nightlife and the holy grail for club kids around the world, the untouchable icon of techno, the world’s hardest door, and the ultimate flex on your Instagram story, Berghain is now facing a cultural shift. Is it possible that the club’s legendary cool factor is start...

It’s time for another Educate Your Earbuds mini episode 🎧✨—aka your 15-minute music + pop culture catch-up! This week’s lineup is stacked: the Coachella 2026 lineup just dropped 🌴🎶, Ariana Grande is going on tour 🎤💫 (and Ticketmaster is already in shambles with the resale fiasco 🙃), and Bad Bunny is closing out his No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí residency 🐰🔥 with a final show livestream. Plus, L...

The 2025 VMAs did not disappoint—and of course we’re breaking it all down on Educate Your Earbuds . From jaw-dropping performances to brand new categories shaking up the show, this year’s awards had plenty of moments worth talking about. I’m giving you the inside scoop on the biggest winners (and nominees 👀), plus my unfiltered thoughts on who deserved that Moon Person and who got totally snubbed...

☀️ Summer 2025 is a wrap, but the song of the summer crown has finally been handed out 👑. In this week’s episode of Educate Your Earbuds , we’re spilling all the tea on Billboard’s official Song of the Summer chart, Spotify’s global faves, and even what Genius and The Washington Post had to say about the tracks that defined our playlists. But let’s be real—no summer recap is complete without a li...

The latest Educate Your Earbuds mini episode is pure music pop culture chaos, and we’re here for it. Is Taylor Swift is engaged !! Why is there a Justin Bieber impersonator making headlines? And did Lil Nas X really get arrested or is this another viral stunt? We’re also celebrating Bad Bunny’s “DTMF” smashing records as the first 2025 track to hit 1 billion Spotify streams , swooning over Benson...

Burning Man: life-changing art event or overhyped dusty rave? This week on Educate Your Earbuds , I’m unpacking the myths, the magic, and the mess of one of the world’s most infamous gatherings. I’ll decode the wild Burning Man lingo (yes, MOOP is a real thing), spill the tea on ticket prices, and look at how this desert city built on music, art, and fire became both beloved and hated over the yea...

✨ From Hannah Montana bops to Olivia Rodrigo’s breakup anthems, Disney Channel pop stars basically raised a whole generation of music fans. In this week’s episode of Educate Your Earbuds , we’re diving into the ultimate throwback playlist energy—reliving the songs that defined our Disney era and still influence today’s biggest hits. 🎶 We’ll talk about the Disney pipeline that gave us icons like...

On this week’s mini episode of Educate Your Earbuds , we’re recapping everything buzzing in music pop culture. From Doja Cat shaking up Outside Lands with surprise appearances from Pablo and Role Model’s Sally, to the Jonas Brothers reuniting with Demi Lovato at their Greetings From Your Hometown tour kickoff, there’s no shortage of iconic live music moments. I also break down more celebrity sight...

This week on Educate Your Earbuds , we’re going full nostalgia trip — but make it TikTok-core. From disco bops to indie deep cuts, old songs are suddenly everywhere again, and we’re here to unpack why your “For You” page sounds like a throwback playlist. I’m sharing my own picks for vintage tracks that deserve a viral revival, plus some surprising comebacks I found after spiraling through YouTube...

Welcome back to Educate Your Earbuds , where this week we’re breaking down all the chaotic fun from Lollapalooza and diving headfirst into the internet's latest music discourse: is being barricade at festivals really worth it? From TikTok clips of fans sprinting to the rail, to stories of pit girl glory and pain, we’re talking what it actually takes to get barricade at a massive music festival...

🎙️ It’s time for another Educate Your Earbuds mini episode — your bite-sized dose of music pop culture, dropping biweekly on Wednesdays in 15 minutes or less. In this week's mini, we’re saying RIP to rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, discussing why TikTok is suddenly obsessed with Yungblud, and wondering why Justin Timberlake is barely performing on stage lately. Plus, is Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” already...

This week on Educate Your Earbuds , we’re diving into the discourse that’s lighting up music TikTok, Reddit threads, and even Tyler, The Creator’s new album — is Gen Z ruining the live music experience? 👀 From the "fear of being perceived" to standing still instead of dancing, plus a noticeable rise in questionable concert etiquette (you know what we mean), the vibes at live shows have...

 Is the surprise album drop still a flex in 2025—or are we over it? This week on Educate Your Earbuds , we’re breaking down the rise (and maybe fall?) of surprise albums as a music marketing strategy. We dive into Justin Bieber’s unexpected new project Swag , and whether it actually delivered the hype or just relied on nostalgia. Plus, we spotlight other artists who’ve taken bold and bizarre route...

This week on Educate Your Earbuds, we’re launching our first-ever mini episode — your new go-to music podcast fix in 15 minutes or less. These bite-sized biweekly drops will cover the wildest moments in music pop culture, trending artists, and whatever’s on our minds. For our debut mini, we’re talking an affair caught on camera at a recent concert, viral reactions to a YouTuber’s “hate compilation...

It’s not exactly a new phenomenon but we’ve noticed it more lately and wanted to shed light on a major issue that’s been going on with live music….. People going to concerts not for the enjoyment of the music, but solely for the content! Things like going, and taking pictures for half of the concert. Focusing on getting the perfect video to post on TikTok. Or just generally being overly concerned...