Olivia Rodrigo
Olivia Rodrigo, theater kid
Or: Why Olivia Rodrigo was voted most likely pop star to write a musical in her 40s.
sabrina carpenter
In Sabrina Carpenter’s world, camp is the opposite of heteropessimism
Somehow, heartbreak feels good in a place like Sabrina Carpenter's discography.
Rundown
Episodes Monday Rundown August 25 - 31 2025
This week: Sabrina Carpenter, '90s Trek, and two great video essays.
pop music
The glorious theater kid energy of the modern pop star
So many pop stars are theater kids now. What can we make of this?