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  • The Legacy of Mac Miller

    The Legacy of Mac Miller
    Jan 12 2026
    This week on Crash Course Pod, we're celebrating the life and music of the one and only Mac Miller. From his early days to his genre-bending masterpieces, we'll explore his evolution, his lyrical honesty, and the profound impact he had on the world. Get ready for a deep dive into the legacy of an artist who was gone too soon but will never be forgotten.

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    15 Min.
  • The Backward Trendsetters: Kris Kross

    The Backward Trendsetters: Kris Kross
    Jan 12 2026
    In 1992, two kids from Atlanta didn't just top the charts—they turned the entire music industry inside out. This week on Crash Course Pod, we’re diving into the meteoric rise of Chris Kelly and Chris Smith, better known as Kriss Kross.

    At just 12 and 13 years old, they became the youngest rap duo to ever hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Their debut single, "Jump," wasn't just a hit; it was a juggernaut that stayed at the top for eight consecutive weeks—the longest-running #1 single since Michael Jackson’s "Black or White."

    In this episode, we cover:

    Discovery at the Mall: How a 19-year-old Jermaine Dupri found global superstars at the Greenbriar Mall.

    The "Jump" Blueprint: Breaking down the production of the song that made the whole world hop.

    The Price of Fame: The challenges of transitioning from child stardom to adulthood in the public eye.

    Resilience and Loss: A reflection on the passing of Chris Kelly and the importance of clarity and boundaries in a high-pressure industry.


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    15 Min.
  • Backstreet Boys Legacy Part 2

    Backstreet Boys Legacy Part 2
    Dec 28 2025
    In part 2 we finish our descussion of the Backstreet Boys. In this episode of Crash Course Pod, we’re breaking down the phenomenon of the Backstreet Boys. The secret to how they survived the "boy band expiration date" to remain a global powerhouse 30 years later. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a student of music industry history, this is your definitive crash course on the kings of pop harmony.

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    15 Min.
  • Backstreet Boys Legacy Part 1

    Backstreet Boys Legacy Part 1
    Dec 28 2025
    How did five guys from Orlando, Florida, go from singing a cappella at shopping malls to becoming the best-selling boy band of all time? In this episode of Crash Course Pod, we’re breaking down the phenomenon of the Backstreet Boys.

    We dive into the "Max Martin Blueprint" that created their iconic sound, the high-stakes legal battles with Lou Pearlman that nearly derailed their careers, and the secret to how they survived the "boy band expiration date" to remain a global powerhouse 30 years later. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a student of music industry history, this is your definitive crash course on the kings of pop harmony.

    In this episode, we cover:

    The "European Pivot": Why BSB had to leave the US to find fame.

    Mathematical Pop: The science behind "I Want It That Way."

    The $10 Million Lawsuit: Navigating industry betrayal.


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    15 Min.
  • Doja Cat, Authenticity Meets Talent

    Doja Cat, Authenticity Meets Talent
    Dec 23 2025
    How do you go from a high school dropout making beats in your bedroom to a global superstar who subverts every rule in the pop handbook? This week on Crash Course Pod, we’re tracing the evolution of Amala Dlamini—better known as Doja Cat.

    From the viral, meme-heavy success of "Mooo!" to the chart-topping "Max Martin" precision of Planet Her, Doja Cat has proven she is the ultimate "triple threat." But as her fame grew, so did her desire to tear down the traditional pop-star image. We dive into her controversial "Scarlet" era, her refusal to participate in parasocial fan culture, and the technical skill that makes her one of the most undeniable rappers in the game today.

    In this episode, we cover:

    The Bedroom Producer: How GarageBand and a SoundCloud upload in 2012 started it all.

    Absurdity as a Strategy: Why "Mooo!" was a masterclass in internet marketing.

    The Boundary Experiment: A look at the "Kittenz" controversy and what it means to set professional boundaries in the digital age.

    The Legacy of the Multi-Hyphenate: Why Doja is the blueprint for the modern, self-made icon.


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    15 Min.
  • Antonoff's Midas Touch

    Antonoff's Midas Touch
    Dec 9 2025
    Jack Antonoff is unavoidable—and that's a good thing! From the raw emotion of Lorde's Melodrama to the chilling vibes of a Lana Del Rey track, he’s the king of emotional pop. We're cutting through the noise to show you exactly how he does it, pulling apart the specific gear (like his favorite '80s drum machines!) that makes his sound so instantly recognizable. Plus, we'll talk about the wild surprise work he did with Kendrick Lamar. Get ready to find out if he's the genius everyone says he is.

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    15 Min.
  • The Chief Keef Effect

    The Chief Keef Effect
    Dec 2 2025
    Chief Keef didn't just start Drill; he changed the sound of rap forever. This episode is a deep dive into the most influential, yet often overlooked, artist of the last decade. We track Sosa's disruptive breakthrough with "I Don't Like" and "Love Sosa" and analyze how his trademark style—the detached, slurred flow that prioritized vibe and atmosphere over traditional lyricism—became the blueprint for an entire generation. From Lil Uzi Vert's melodies to Playboi Carti's aesthetics, we prove why Chief Keef is the quiet king who laid the foundation for modern trap and global Drill subgenres.

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    15 Min.
  • The K-Pop Wave: From Huntrix to the 4th Gen Domination

    The K-Pop Wave: From Huntrix to the 4th Gen Domination
    Dec 2 2025
    The K-Pop Machine is now the Global Pop Standard. We dive deep into the genre that has become a structural force in the American music market. We begin with the shocking real-world chart success of Huntrix, the fictional girl group from the KPop Demon Hunters animated film, to unpack the "post-K-pop reality." We profile the architect behind the sound, songwriter EJAE, before breaking down the current dominance of the 4th Generation groups (Stray Kids, aespa, LE SSERAFIM). Finally, we analyze how the stadium economy built by BLACKPINK proves the floor for K-pop is now the arena. Will the cultural core of K-pop survive its own global success?

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    15 Min.