The Top Five Podcast

Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt mark the Top Five podcast's return after a busy stretch, with Annie sharing recent turbulence at work and Kris mentioning her husband has broken his foot. Continuing their A-to-Z song series, they tackle the letter S with a theme of space-themed songs, trading picks ranging from classic space-adjacent staples to deeper cuts and soundtrack favorites, along with brief si...

Why We're Fascinated by Con Artists: What They Teach Us About Influence   In this bonus solo episode, host Kris McPeak revisits the podcast's "professionals" series and reframes the con-artist installment through a CliftonStrengths lens to explore why con artists fascinate us and what they reveal about influence.   Using five characters as examples—Bokky (Traveler) on connection, Frank Abagnale Jr...

Songs A to Z: W Is for Wedding Songs | Top Five Podcast   Kris McPeak and co-host Annie Pruitt continue their Songs A to Z series with the letter W, counting down their top five picks for songs about weddings (or wedding-themed moments). They discuss how they each approached the theme—pulling from tracks that reference weddings or marriage directly, feel like vows set to music, or are strongly ass...

Your Bad-Day-Song-Coping-Style (and What It Says About You at Work) Kris McPeak returns with a short solo Top Five follow-up connecting a past episode on "bad day" songs to Gallup strengths coaching and real-world coping patterns. She outlines four coping styles—Externalizer, Validator, Escaper, and Resetter—using songs from his list to illustrate how people manage stress: escaping by numbing or a...

Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt return to the Top Five podcast, inspired by High Fidelity, and continue their nearly five-year A-to-Z series of favorite songs, circling back to the letter G after previously skipping it. They settle on the top five favorite songs from the TV show Glee, discussing what they loved about the series, how it popularized mashups, and where it started to lose them.   Each sh...

Top Five Songs About Vacation Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt return to the Top Five podcast after a short break to discuss their favorite songs about vacation. They reveal their picks for the best tunes that evoke the spirit of getting away from it all, from road trip anthems to beachside ballads. They also reflect on their own vacation memories and the significance of making great memories. Whether...

Top 5 Rage Songs - Unleashing the Fury   Welcome back to the Penultimate Pop Culture Podcast with hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt. In this week's episode, our dynamic duo tackles the letter 'R' with a focus on the top 5 songs about rage. Expect a mix of rock, punk, and even some country tunes that will fuel your fury.   Each host presents their curated list of heavy hitters, perfect for those d...

Join hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt in this episode of the Top Five podcast as they continue their epic A-Z series.   This week, they dive into the letter 'T' and explore their top five songs about time. From rock legends to classic duets, please tune in to discover how they define and interpret this timeless theme. Plus, they share an exciting new category for the playlist and discuss the imp...

In this episode of the Top Five podcast, hosts Kris McPeak and her sister Annie Pruitt delve into their favorite songs about the USA, from John Cougar Mellencamp's classics to Brad Paisley's American Saturday Night.   They discuss their personal connections to each song, the artists' quintessentially American vibes, and the joy of discovering new music together. Highlights include a special note o...

In this week's episode of the Top Five Podcast, hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt continue their dive into their epic series, Songs from A to Z.   This episode focuses on the letter 'Q' and features songs about 'quiet.' They share their top picks, including an upbeat dance hit, a hauntingly beautiful cover, and a heartwarming musical number. The duo also provides personal anecdotes and notable me...

Join hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt as they continue their mega series 'Songs from A to Z.' This episode is all about party songs, with each host sharing their top five picks that start with the letter P. Get ready for a fun and eclectic playlist that'll have you dancing along. The hosts discuss songs spanning various genres from country to rock, making this episode a must-listen for all pop c...

Top Five Songs About Oceans - From The Pixies to Blondie: Pop Culture A to Z   In this episode of the Top Five podcast, excellent hosts Annie Pruitt and Kris McPeak dive into their epic A-to-Z series, discussing songs related to the ocean for the letter 'O.' From classic hits to modern tunes, they recount their top five ocean-themed tracks and share personal anecdotes and memories associated with...

Top Five Songs About Night - A to Z Series   Welcome back, pop culture enthusiasts! In this episode of the Top Five podcast, hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt continue their A to Z series with their top five songs about 'Night'.   From rock anthems to country tunes, and pop to classic hits, Kris and Annie share their personal favorites and discuss the stories behind each song. Tune in for a mix o...

Top Five Karaoke Experiences and The Karaoke Commandments   Join hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt as they dive into their top five karaoke experiences from A to Z.   This episode covers everything from favorite karaoke memories, songs you absolutely shouldn't sing, and an unforgettable 'I Will Survive' rule. Enjoy stories about Madonna's 'Hanky Panky,' Peyton Manning's viral karaoke moment, and...

Songs About Money: From Millionaires to Broke Folk   Welcome to another fun-filled Top Five podcast episode with your hosts, Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt.   Today's theme explores songs centered around money, with each host sharing their top picks for the letter M. From classic tracks by the Bare Naked Ladies to Shania Twain, Cyndi Lauper, and many more, Kris and Annie navigate their favorite musi...

Songs About Luck - Letter L   Join hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt on The Penultimate Pop Culture Podcast as they dive into the world of songs about luck, covering the letter L. From country hits to classic punk, this episode promises an eclectic mix of tunes and entertaining discussions. Please tune in to discover their top picks and enjoy a fun-filled musical journey!   OH - and that playlist...

Top 5 Songs About Jewelry - A to Z Countdown, The Letter J   Welcome back to the Greatest Pop Culture podcast, the Top Five podcast, with your hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt. This week's episode continues the A to Z song countdown, brought to you by the letter J for jewelry. They delve into their favorite 'jewelry-themed' songs, sharing personal anecdotes and pop culture references, with song...

Pop Culture & Music: Songs About Idiots   Join hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt as they continue their epic music series, rolling through songs from A to Z. This week, the letter is 'I', and they dive into songs about idiots, stupidity, and foolishness. The episode celebrates over 100 podcast episodes and features a diverse mix of tunes from the 80s to contemporary hits, with a special shared nu...

Join Kris McPeak and co-host Annie Pruitt in this episode of the Top Five Podcast as they dive into the letter 'E' in their A to Z song series. This week, they discuss songs that evoke a range of emotions including happiness, sadness, jealousy, and loneliness. Featuring tracks from artists like Avril Lavigne, Kelly Pickler, Jimmy Eat World, Nina Simone, Travis Tritt, and many more, Kris and Annie...

Top Five Songs About Friendship In this episode of the Top Five Podcast, hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt dive into their favorite songs about friendship, encompassing good, bad, and cheeky types of friends. From classic rock anthems and iconic pop hits to Disney soundtracks and contemporary Christian melodies, Kris and Annie reveal their top picks, including some surprising and nostalgic choice...

Join hosts Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt for the 'Top Five Podcast', the beloved pop culture series where each episode explores songs from different letters of the alphabet. This week's episode dives into the letter 'H,' featuring songs themed around Heaven and Hell. From Avril Lavigne to Meatloaf, and from Kenny Chesney to The Cure, discover their top picks and learn some fun backstories along the...

n this episode of the Top Five Podcast, hosts Kris McPeak and her sister Annie Pruitt dive into their epic A to Z series, focusing on their favorite breakup songs for the letter B. They discuss the origins and significance of each song on their list, share personal memories tied to the tunes, and enjoy some lighthearted banter along the way. Whether it's iconic tracks from the 80s, early 2000s hit...

Kris McPeak and Annie Pruitt are back with another exciting episode of the Top Five Podcast! As part of their new 'Songs A to Z' series, they explore songs that have colors in the title. Please tune in to hear their top picks and personal stories linked to each song. Be ready for some fun music trivia and nostalgic memories. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! And don't forget about that...

In this episode of the Top Five podcast, hosts Kris and Annie dive back into their pop culture discussions. Inspired by the High Fidelity movie, the duo brings a fresh list each week.   This time, they continue the series 'Songs from A to Z' with the letter 'D,' focusing on songs about dreams. They share their top five dream-themed tracks, recalling memories and anecdotes about each one.   From 60...

  In this lively episode of the Top Five podcast, Kris and Annie kick off an exhilarating new series where they explore their favorite songs from A to Z.   This week's theme is 'songs about animals,' and the challenge is to select tracks that mention animals without any overlap. From fun and quirky tracks to serious ballads, the hosts share their top five picks, along with some interesting backsto...