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Clap If You Don"t Care

Ricky G and Eric Krueger

A show about pop culture from someone who knows a lot about it, and his boyfriend who knows less. It"s mostly about music—so if you don"t care, clap.

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00:32:14

Is Live Singing Still a Thing?

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2026/08/19

Ricky and Eric tackle a listener question: how do artists power through a two- or three-hour show without their voices giving out? Is singing live a thing anymore? We break down vocal training as muscle conditioning, why live-pitch correction tools are used, the difference between lip-syncing and a backing track, and where fans should draw the line on authenticity. Clap if you don't care.On Repeat:Mis Colegas by Ska-POne Kiss From You by Britney Spears Email us your topic ideas, questions or

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00:27:16

Sunday Night Football Open: Carrie Underwood's 14th Year

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2026/08/12

Ricky and Eric talk about the 20-year evolution of "Waiting All Day for Sunday Night" — how a Joan Jett breakup song became the most-heard 90 seconds in American football. We get into the singers who have taken it on, Carrie Underwood's 14-year reign, and the absurd process of recording it for every possible matchup. Clap if you don't care.I Hate Myself for Loving You by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts SNF theme evolution videoCarrie Underwood interviewAndor comparison videoOn

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00:35:06

What Makes a Music Genre?

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2026/08/10

From yacht rock to dream pop, Ricky and Eric unpack what makes a music genre and whether genres still matter in the streaming era. Clap if you don’t care.Old Town Road by Lil Nas X feat. Billy Ray CyrusOn Repeat:oh well by Ariana GrandeI wish you were here by Q

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00:07:25

New Music Friday (August 7, 2026)

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2026/08/07

Ricky presents this week’s new music drop for August 7, 2026. Clap if you don’t care.Bops: No Me Arrepiento De Sentir Tanto by Karol GCan’t Get Over Losing You by The Avalanches featuring Portraits of Tracy Jaded by Koe Wetzel ft. Ella LangleyTherapy at the Club by FLO Flops:Sunset Marquis by Miranda LambertChuck Timely & The Hourglass by Role Modelextra mentions: Got You by Noah Guy Pull Me Out by Evan Honer featuring Medium BuildDo You See Me? by QNew Music Friday PlaylistFollow me on

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00:35:24

What Makes a Music Genre?

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2026/08/05

From yacht rock to dream pop, Ricky and Eric unpack what makes a music genre and whether genres still matter in the streaming era. Clap if you don’t care.Old Town Road by Lil Nas X feat. Billy Ray CyrusOn Repeat:oh well by Ariana GrandeI wish you were here by Q

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00:05:34

New Music Friday (July 31, 2026)

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2026/07/31

Ricky presents this week’s new music drop for July 31, 2026. Clap if you don’t care.Bops: Petal (album) by Ariana GrandeSunburn Mixtape by Tucker WetmoreComing Home by Odeal, Jorja SmithFacedown Kentucky by Evening ElephantsLonging by Sam Gellaitry Trail Mix (3pm) by Cautious ClayBullets & Blades by Shaboozey & KehlaniTe Olvido (La La) by Benny Blanco, Selena Gomez & Becky G

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00:34:11

Short ‘n Sweet: Songs are Shrinking

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2026/07/29

Ricky and Eric explore the shrinking runtime of modern hits versus the sprawling epics of yesteryear. We break down why streaming favors bite‑size tracks, how artists adapt their storytelling, and whether brevity is the new brilliance. Clap if you don’t care.Reference:Dai Dai by Shakira & Burna BoyBoston by Stella LeftyOn Repeat: Breathless by The CorrsHome Depot by Medium BuildSienna Spiro’s It Takes a Woman (Chris Stapleton Cover)

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00:04:36

Did Charli XCX Just Deliver Another Classic?

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2026/07/25

Ricky reviews Charli XCX's new album Music, Fashion, Film, breaking down the standout tracks, lyrics, production, and whether she's done it again. Clap if you don't care.

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00:05:06

New Music Friday (July 24, 2026)

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2026/07/24

Ricky presents this week’s new music drop for July 24, 2026. Clap if you don’t care.Bops:Music, Fashion, Film by Charli XCX The Light in the Painting by Lizzy McAlpineThe Thread by Willow Been By Now by Morgan WallenBetter Late Than Never by Almost MondayFlops:A Pop by TylaLittle Miss Twain by Shania TwainAnimal by KATSEYE

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00:28:45

How Mike Posner Found Himself

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2026/07/22

Ricky introduces Eric to Mike Posner— from the unique way he kickstarted his career to why he walked away from fame and the long walk he took to find himself. It’s an inspiring story of reinvention that is rare among modern pop artists. Clap if you don’t care.We’re on Youtube Reference:This Is a Generic Brand Video, by DissolveI Went Back to Ibiza by Mike Posner Crazy Rainbow by Mike Posner (new EP)On Repeat: Happiness Anytime: Part 1 by Leon Bridges (EP)HUMAN AGAIN by Genesis Owusu, KYE (*LISTENER

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00:06:16

New Music Friday (July 17, 2026)

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2026/07/17

New Music Friday - July 17, 2026Ricky presents this week’s new music drop for July 17, 2026. Clap if you don’t care.Bops:What If It’s Right? By Gracie Abrams & Marcus Mumfordthe feeling by Steve LacyI’d Be Lyin’ by Kelly ClarksonRecommend by MasegoPathetic by Laci Kaye BoothOther Bops:Happiness Anytime: Part I by Leon BridgesCrazy Rainbow by Mike PosnerFlops: Faded Blue Jeans by Shania TwainNew Music Friday July 17, 2026 Playlist

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00:33:13

Why Does Music Sound Better in a Car?

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2026/07/15

This week, Eric and Ricky talk about the physical and psychological reasons music sounds so good in the car. We explain how your vehicle, your brain and even the road work together to create the perfect listening experience. See Ricky’s fish Research Sources:Rolling Stone — Goose Didn't Just Inherit the Jam Band ScenePitchfork — "Music Sounds Better in a Fast Car—Here's Why" Far Out Magazine — "Why Does Some Music Sound Better in the Car?" On Repeat:Ricky — Not For A

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00:27:49

Billboard Top Charts: How Music is Ranked

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2026/07/08

Ricky pulls back the curtain on the Billboard Hot 100 so Eric can finally understand why his favorite songs never crack the top spot. We break down streams, radio spins, and sales, and ask whether the chart is really about the music or just who’s best at gaming the system. Clap if you don’t care.The Bear Soundtrack (Before)The Bear Season 5 Soundtrack Ricky featured in a Billboard articleOn Repeat: Eric - Dream Crusher by Daniel Seavey Ricky - Summer Girl by HAIMSave it for Later by Eddie

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00:10:14

Just Married: Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Wedding...

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2026/07/04

When the ‘American-royal-family’ gets married, we get on a mic—so Ricky can explain it to Eric. We talk about the unique venue, the A-list guest list and what this could mean for future Taylor music. Clap if you don’t care.

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00:05:16

New Music Friday (July 3, 2026)

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2026/07/03

Ricky presents this week’s new music drop for July 3, 2026. Clap if you don’t care.Bops:Danceteria by MadonnaHe’s Not My Baby, I’m His by Sienna SpiroHonky Tonk Philosophy by Charley CrockettDream Crusher by Daniel Seavey Savior by Daniel Seavey Slush Puppy by Tommy Lefroy Other Bops:Spotify Exclusive:Kacey Musgraves LIVE from Gruene Hall Hell on Me (Live)Rhinestoned (Live) Ricky NMF Playlist

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00:35:52

Clive Davis’ Legacy, Olivia Rodrigo’s Sisterhood &...

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2026/07/01

This week Ricky and Eric unpack the biggest stories in music: the legacy of music mogul Clive Davis, the sisterhood started by Olivia Rodrigo, Lizzo’s surprising album sales, Max Martin catalog sale and what Dua Lipa’s new business venture says about celebrity influence. Clap if you don’t care.On Repeat: Eric - 15 Different Ways by Ian Kieffer Ricky - Here by Mumford & Sons feat. Chris Stapleton Sweet Fortune (Album) by Ryan Beatty

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00:05:28

New Music Friday (June 26, 2026)

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2026/06/26

Ricky presents this week’s new music drop for June 26, 2026. Clap if you don’t care. Bops:My Body Isn’t Ready by Sombr Watch It Burn by Katy PerryThe Time of My Life by Benson BooneVirtuoso by Ryan Beatty Sweet Fortune (Album) by Ryan Beatty Blame It All On Me by Surfaces, Mike Posner Other bops:Ricky NMF Playlist

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00:29:16

Samples, Interpolations & the Most Sampled Beat You...

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2026/06/24

Ricky gives Eric an example of a sample, using one of the most iconic beats in music history—the Amen Break. They unpack how this drum loop became a cornerstone of hip-hop, and explore how Black artists used sampling as a tool for creativity, reinterpretation and expression to push music forward.Amen, Brother by The WinstonsSongs that sample Amen, BrotherOn Repeat: Eric — Leaves by ParcelsRicky — Sunburn by Tucker Wetmore & Love's a Gun by Daniel Seavey

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00:06:39

Release Release Radar: New Music Friday (June 19, 2026)

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2026/06/19

Ricky takes you through this week's new music drop for June 19, 2026. Clap if you don't care.Bops:Resurrection (Album) by Chloe and Timbaland Let Me Go by Baby Rose Southern Nights by Kashus Culpepper On Your Mind by FKA Twigs featuring Lil Yachty hey there [I have a compulsive complex] by Q

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00:37:35

Selena: An Introduction to the Texas Icon

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2026/06/17

Eric lives in Texas and doesn’t know who Selena is **gasps in Spanish**. Clap if you don’t care.On Repeat:Eric – I Knew It, I Knew You by Taylor SwiftRicky – Mexico Honey by Kacey Musgraves

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