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The Sam Sanders Show

KCRW & Sam Sanders

The Sam Sanders Show from KCRW is your guide to entertainment. Find out what makes your favorite artists tick, dissect the trends that shape our culture, or just make sense of that random meme you can’t stop thinking about. Join us every week to unpack the pop culture we love. Sign up forSam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. Sam Sanders is an award-winning podcast and radio host. He’s been named best podcast host by both The

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59:28

The Evolution of Pop Music with Diallo and LUXXURY

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/12/13

Diallo and LUXXURY, hosts of the One Song podcast, help us recap the year in pop music. We talk about Drake’s beef with Universal, the evolution of sampling in the music industry, and the most slept-on artists of 2024. Plus, we discuss why the Grammys rarely get things right and launch The Sammies™ to set the record straight.Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff every week. The Sam Sanders Show is a production of KCRW and Sam Sanders

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57:16

Kendrick vs. Drake to Wicked: 2024 unpacked

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/12/06

2024 delivered endless pop culture phenomena from Brat Summer to Wicked’s box office domination. Traci Thomas, host of The Stacks podcast, and Franklin Leonard, founder of The Black List, help us reflect on the year's defining moments.We rehash Kendrick and Drake’s beef, discuss Wicked’s cultural impact, and debate if monoculture still exists. Sign up forSam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. The Sam Sanders Show

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52:01

How to Be Your Own Best Life Partner with Author...

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/11/29

Sam breaks down the ‘romance industrial complex’ that shapes our views on love, relationships, and happiness. From Disney Princesses to Hollywood romcoms, our culture places marriage on a pedestal, often leaving singlehood overlooked. Sam is joined by journalist Meghan Keane, founder of NPR’s Life Kit and author of Party of One: Be Your Own Best Life Partner. In her new book, Meghan explores society’s deep-rooted myths about romance and shares her own

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57:11

Why Matt Rogers Calls Himself the Prince of Christmas

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/11/22

Today on the show, Sam gets into the Christmas spirit with comedian and actor Matt Rogers. You know him as one of the hosts of the hit podcast Las Culturistas with his friend Bowen Yang. He’s also known as the self-declared Prince of Christmas, after making one of the funniest holiday comedy albums ever — Have you heard of Christmas. His holiday tour begins next month with dates across the country. Sam and Matt chat about how capitalism inspired his Christmas spirit

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56:43

This is Why Ronny Chieng Believes in America

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/11/15

Sam Sanders talks with comedian and actor Ronny Chieng to discuss his journey in American comedy, his role in Hulu’s Interior Chinatown, and the complex relationship between identity and humor in Hollywood. As they delve into the highs and lows of political satire, Ronny shares his unique global perspective, shaped by years spent across multiple countries. The conversation covers the evolution of comedy in the face of today’s divisive politics, the impact of Asian

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50:14

Inside 2024’s Tech Revolution with Journalists Taylor...

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/11/08

In this episode, we dive into the biggest tech stories of 2024, exploring how technology reshaped culture in surprising ways. From Hollywood to social media, AI is transforming creative industries, while TikTok continues redefining what it means to be an influencer. We also discuss Elon Musk’s impact on online communication and why social media feels less fun than it used to. Joining the conversation is tech journalist Elise Hu, host of TED Talks Daily and Taylor Lorenz,

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45:56

From Indie Videos to Hollywood Hits: Alvarez & Koenig...

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/11/01

This week on the show, Sam sits down with Brian Jordan Alvarez and Stephanie Koenig, the creative forces behind the new hit show English Teacher. Created by Alvarez, the show features both him and Koenig as high school teachers in Texas, with each of them also taking on writing roles. But this isn’t your typical sitcom. With razor-sharp writing, English Teacher dives into big topics—guns, drag queens, and queer identity—all with a subversive, hilarious twist

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57:07

Roy Wood Jr: Finding Comedy in Political Chaos

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/10/25

Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins Sam to discuss why he believes comedy is a form of journalism and how humor can help us cope with today’s political chaos. Roy reflects on his time at The Daily Show, his experience hosting CNN’s Have I Got News For You, and the challenge of finding laughter amidst absurdity. Plus, they play a game inspired by Roy’s new show.Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. The Sam

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53:52

Pop Culture Can Help the Climate w/ Dr. Ayana...

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/10/18

Sam sits down with author and marine biologist Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson to explore her inspiring new book, What If We Get It Right?: Visions of Climate Futures. Dr. Johnson offers a refreshing take on the climate crisis, imagining a future shaped by Hollywood, pop culture, poetry, and joy. Together, they discuss how creativity and optimism can help us reframe environmental challenges and inspire collective action.Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes

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54:18

Monét X Change: Drag, Politics, and Opera

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/10/11

Monét X Change, RuPaul’s Drag Race alum, opera singer, and co-host of Sibling Rivalry, joins The Sam Sanders Show to discuss her journey from church kid to drag queen and how it still influences her work. She talks about DRAG PAC, her political action committee fighting for drag and trans rights, and her new foray into performing R&B. Plus, she plays "I-CON or I-CAN’T" on some pop culture hot topics.Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the

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52:25

Sasheer Zamata: Queerness, Witches, and Disney

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/10/04

We launched two episodes today! Don’t miss our episode with Joel Kim Booster, also in your feed. Sasheer Zamata stops by to chat about her role in the hit Disney+ series "Agatha All Along," queerness in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and how her time working at Disney parks shaped her career. She also sticks around to dive into some unexpected topics: artificial intelligence, the band Oasis, and... WHIPPETS! Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter (KCRW.com/SamSanders) to get

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51:35

Joel Kim Booster: Sex, Wealth, and the Comedy Grind

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/10/04

Joel Kim Booster dives into the wardrobe choices on "Loot," his on-screen chemistry with Maya Rudolph, and how the show tackles real-world issues like the unhoused crisis. He also talks about the portrayal of wealth on television and his discomfort with glamorizing billionaires. Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter (KCRW.com/SamSanders) to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. The Sam Sanders show is a production of KCRW and Sam Sanders Productions.

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The Sam Sanders Show is out now

The Sam Sanders Show ·

2024/09/27

The Sam Sanders Show is out now.

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