Waste or Taste
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02/11/25 • 37 min
Jill Mapes, Andy Cush, and Julianne Escobedo Shepherd decide whether new songs by Gaga, Doechii, and the Weather Station are Waste or Taste, and talk about music that can help everyone escape the winter doldrums. Topics include how Doechii backs up her braggadocio, the likelihood of a Gaga-Chappell Roan collaboration, and the secret to making tasteful music that isn't too fussy.
Hearing Things is a new independent home for music and culture founded by journalists Andy Cush, Ryan Dombal, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Dylan Green, and Jill Mapes. Read more at hearingthings.co.
A Short King, a Tall King, and a TikTok Jester—Debating New Music From Kendrick Lamar, Father John Misty, and More
Waste or Taste
12/10/24 • 32 min
Music critics and Hearing Things founders Jill Mapes, Ryan Dombal, and Dylan Green decide whether Father John Misty's ode to worship music "Screamland," Kendrick Lamar's Cali trunk rattler "TV Off," and Veronika Slowikowska's Phoebe Bridgers-type pop parody "Mac and Cheese" are Waste or Taste. Side topics include Christmas music that doesn't suck, alternate-universe Spice Girls, and wet head braces.
Hearing Things is a new independent home for music and culture founded by journalists Andy Cush, Ryan Dombal, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Dylan Green, and Jill Mapes. Read more at hearingthings.co.
A Grammys Podcast for People Who Hate the Grammys
Waste or Taste
01/28/25 • 34 min
Music critics and Hearing Things founders Jill Mapes, Dylan Green, and Ryan Dombal decide whether Grammy-nominated songs by the Beatles, Common, and Kim Gordon are Waste or Taste, and discuss a few very strange Grammy moments across history. Topics include Dylan's love of 50 Cent and Evanescence circa 2004, a 12-year-old Jill rooting for Steely Dan to win Album of the Year over Radiohead, and Ryan's rationale for why Common should be disqualified from taking home a trophy this year.
Hearing Things is a new independent home for music and culture founded by journalists Andy Cush, Ryan Dombal, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Dylan Green, and Jill Mapes. Read more at hearingthings.co.
11/26/24 • 35 min
Music critics and Hearing Things founders Jill Mapes, Andy Cush, and Julianne Escobedo Shepherd decide whether Kim Deal's surprisingly symphonic "Nobody Loves You More," FKA Twigs' possibly pretentious "Drums of Death," and Alex Reed's brain-breaking BPM workout "Hit 'Em Dreamgirl" are Waste or Taste. Side topics include the true-crime TV show Snapped, great musicians from Ohio, and sex dungeons as a critical listening environment.
Hearing Things is a new independent home for music and culture founded by journalists Andy Cush, Ryan Dombal, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Dylan Green, and Jill Mapes. Read more at hearingthings.co.
11/12/24 • 34 min
Music critics and Hearing Things founders Jill Mapes, Andy Cush, and Dylan Green decide whether Tyler, the Creator's "Sticky," Geordie Greep's "Terra," and TV on the Radio frontman Tunde Adebimpe's "Magnetic" are Waste or Taste. Side topics include the legacy of 2000s rap producer Polow da Don, the insufferability of Frank Zappa, and what it's like to have a very big head.
Hearing Things is a new independent home for music and culture founded by journalists Andy Cush, Ryan Dombal, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Dylan Green, and Jill Mapes. Read more at hearingthings.co
10/31/24 • 34 min
In the debut episode of Waste or Taste, veteran music critics and Hearing Things founders Jill Mapes, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, and Ryan Dombal take on Charli XCX's Brat remixes. Topics include: Why Julian Casablancas should do a piano-bar album, why Matty Healy should stop talking about his dick, and why most remixes should be UK 2-step remixes.
Hearing Things is a new independent home for music and culture founded by journalists Andy Cush, Ryan Dombal, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Dylan Green, and Jill Mapes. Read and subscribe at hearingthings.co
01/14/25 • 31 min
Music critics and Hearing Things founders Jill Mapes, Andy Cush, and Ryan Dombal decide whether songs by SZA, Bob Dylan (via Timothée Chalamet), and Aphex Twin are Waste or Taste, and offer some recommendations to help you emotionally kick off another new year. Topics include doing mushrooms at a bachelor party in rural Virginia, the post-Luigi Mangione rise of pop songs that lust after criminals, and feeling like Jesus in the mosh pit.
Hearing Things is a new independent home for music and culture founded by journalists Andy Cush, Ryan Dombal, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Dylan Green, and Jill Mapes. Read more at hearingthings.co.
Music critics and Hearing Things founders Jill Mapes, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, and Dylan Green delve deep into some of their biggest 2024 faves and fails. Topics include Eminem's never-ending midlife crisis, the likelihood of Beyoncé showing up to your local dive bar, and the connection between the indie sleaze revival and the Challengers soundtrack.
Hearing Things is a new independent home for music and culture founded by journalists Andy Cush, Ryan Dombal, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Dylan Green, and Jill Mapes. Read more at hearingthings.co.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Waste or Taste have?
Waste or Taste currently has 8 episodes available.
What topics does Waste or Taste cover?
The podcast is about Rap, Music, Pop, Reviews, Podcasts, Rock and Music Commentary.
What is the most popular episode on Waste or Taste?
The episode title 'We Really Snapped on This One—Debating Songs by FKA Twigs, Kim Deal, and More' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Waste or Taste?
The average episode length on Waste or Taste is 34 minutes.
How often are episodes of Waste or Taste released?
Episodes of Waste or Taste are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Waste or Taste?
The first episode of Waste or Taste was released on Oct 31, 2024.
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