Pod Is A Woman

We've reached the end of original Positions release (but don't worry, we'll cover the Deluxe tracks! This week we are talking about the bouncy bop Obvious and the self-simping anthem POV. Joining us to talk about both songs is a very special guest, host of the Ariana podcast Young, Beautiful, Successful: Gabbie Iorio! We talk about Ari's dating history leading up to her current engagement and how both of these songs are powerful statements about that journey. We also discuss the power of simping for yourself and then chat about the different songwriters and producers Ari collabs with as her style evolves! 

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This week, we're talking about Love Language and the lead single Positions. This is an extra special episode cause our guest Alison Stevenson was in the incredible music video for Ari's Everyday!! We talk with Alison about the experience of shooting the video with the Queen! We also break down our own love languages, talk about the music video for Positions, and so much more!!

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This week, we're starting up the second half of Positions, talking about Nasty and West Side with our guest Mel Owens! Our appreciation for these songs grow exponentially over the course of this episode and we talk about the difference between sensual ballads vs horny bops and the power of a song that's casual about being content. 

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This week's episode is all about being vulnerable on main! We're talking about one of our favorite tracks, Safety Net (feat. Ty Dolla $ign), and My Hair with our guest Catie Karasik. We talk about our own personal safety nets, the absolute rush of simping, and the way Safety Net ends up being a spiritual sequel to In My Head. 

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This week, we're talking about Off the Table (feat. The Weeknd) and Six Thirty with our guests, the hosts of the Goth Yearbook After Hours podcast, Eric Wynn and Caitlin Dee! We put so much ON THE TABLE for this ep, talking about how Ari and Abel tie previous songs to this one (not just their previous collab), we learn one of our guests is a true Ari neutral, and we talk about how both Ariana and The Weeknd use their music to process their pain.

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This week, we're talking about Motive (feat. Doja Cat) and Just Like Magic with our guest, Meredith Jacqueline (comedian, co-host of the podcast Like A Virgin) and the feelings on these tracks are MIXED but also, our feelings go deep! We talk about which bops we can listen to solo vs as part of the album, the evolution of remixes, and wants vs. needs. 

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This week we're talking about Ari's incredible 1-2 punch on Positions: Shut Up and 34+35! Eli and Teresa are joined by co-hosts of the podcast Best Mistakes, Anya Volz and Nika Lomazzo! Our guests talk about their journey of getting into Ari's music, the group breaks down the double entendres of 34+35, and they also talk about Ari's trajectory of horny on main bops over the years! (Note: this was recorded before the remix dropped so we didn't get to talk about it!)

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We're baaaaack! Since there's a new album, you know we had to do new episodes of Pod is a Woman!! But before we jump into Ari's latest masterpiece Positions, Eli and Teresa take a deep dive into her recently released concert film Excuse Me, I Love You, now available to stream on Netflix. There's some reminiscing about the Sweetener Tour, chatting about the scenes between the concert footage, and a juicy convo about Ariana's journey of self-actualization since Thank U, Next. 

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Wow, we made it to the last track of Thank U, Next! That's right, we're talking about Break Up with Your Girlfriend, I'm Bored and we're joined by comedians Nikki Black and Mikey Heller. We talk about Ari making a lighter song her closing track, how it replaced a more personal song that never got released, and how the NSync reference came out. We also talk about the music video and so much more! P.S., even though it's the last track on the album, it doesn't mean it's our last episode. Listen for the deets. YUH!

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This week, it's the penultimate song on Thank U, Next, the eponymous track with comedians Brandt Hamilton and Matt Lieb! It was released the night before we recorded our first episode and we talk about the song then vs now. We also talk about the music video, the relationships Ari references in the song, and how different artists in and out of music talk about relationships in their art. YUH!

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Only a few episodes left and this week, it's all about 7 Rings. We're joined by comedian Lindsay Adams to talk about the lyrics, the music video, and how Ariana has changed since she first released the track. We don't want to say too much here so listen for all the fun stuff! YUH!

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We're down to the last few tracks on Thank U, Next and this week we're talking about In My Head! Joining us are comedians Megan Gailey and John-Michael Bond to talk about the music video she recently dropped for it, the voicemail used for the song's intro, and the debate about the lyrics we found on Genius. YUH! 

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We're officially more than halfway through Thank U, Next and we're talking about Make Up with comedians Ellory Smith and Corie Johnson. We talk about the song's lyrics and how autobiographical they seem, the similarities between it and Better Off, and how it's possibly one of Ari's favorite tracks one the album. YUH!

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This week, it's a special episode where we talk about recent Ari news and go over our favorite classics. Ari had an emotional moment at a concert and she addressed on Instagram. Eli and Teresa also pick their favorite Ariana songs from Dangerous Woman, My Everything, and Yours Truly! And just a reminder there are Pod is a Woman stickers available for sale, check it out on our Insta: @podissawoman! 

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We're back to reviewing Thank U, Next and this week, Brendan Scannell (Bonding on Netflix) join Eli and Teresa to talk about Fake Smile. They talk about the iconic song sampled for the track, the ups and downs of being pop star, and whether artists have any obligations to fans. Such a great convo, YUH!

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This week, Eli & Teresa are talking about the Sweetener Tour! They went to night 1 at the Staples Center!! They do a song by song breakdown of the show, the merch they got, and the one song Ari DID NOT play that she played at all the other LA shows. Regardless, they had a friggin' blast! Reminder, you can now buy Pod is a Woman stickers for $4 including shipping, DM us on IG for Venmo & Paypal details!

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This week, Eli & Teresa are talking about Bloodline and one of them think it's a masterpiece! They're joined by comedians Simon Gibson and MK Paulsen. They discuss the song's lyrics, how it feels like a spiritual sequel to Side to Side, and if Simon & MK appreciate Ariana more after listening to this song! You can now buy Pod is a Woman stickers for $4 and that includes shipping! To see the design, go to @podissawoman on IG and DM us there to order them!

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This week, Eli & Teresa are talking about one of the best songs on Thank U, Next, maybe one of Ari's best songs? They're joined by comedian Dewayne Perkins. They talk about the great lyrics, the choice to juxtapose it with Needy on the album, and so much more!! You can now buy Pod is a Woman stickers for $4 and that includes shipping! To see the design, go to @podissawoman on IG and DM us there to order them!

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This week, it's Needy, one of the most talked about tracks on Thank U, Next and someone's top 2 favorite tracks on this episode. Eli & Teresa are joined by comedian Anya Volz (Thirst Trap Comedy) to talk about the vulnerable af lyrics, Ariana's collab with Victoria Monet (Monopoly), and they settle into a discussion about whether Ariana's songs and videos are queerbaiting.  ALSO - we have stickers for sale for $ (includes shipping), go to our IG to see the artwork and for info on how to get one: @podissawoman

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YUH! We're back and we're gonna talk about Thank U, Next track by track and this week Eli & Teresa are talking about Imagine with the co-hosts of the podcast Crazy in Bed Alyssa Limperis & May Wilkerson! They discuss how the track's dream-like sound, it's weighty lyrics, and how Ariana opted to not perform it, along with ghostin', on the Sweetener World Tour because of how emotion it is for her. And the group rates the song with a rare unanimous score! ALSO - we have stickers for sale for $ (includes shipping), go to our IG to see the artwork and for info on how to get one: @podissawoman

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It's here! The final song on Sweetener, but far from our final episode! This week, we're talking about Get Well Soon and joined by the hosts of the Lady to Lady podcast (Babs Gray, Tess Barker, and Brandie Posey). We talk about the song's lyrics, which address Manchester and her emotional state in the following months. We also talk about how Ariana has evolved as a pop star and We also learn one pop star (not Ari) has really specific rules for meet & greets. We'll be back with a track by track breakdown of Thank U, Next! 

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This week, we're talking about the second to last track on Sweetener: Pete Davidson! We're joined by comedian Maddie Connors to talk about the lyrics, how the song fares now vs its initial release, and if Ari is more of a LA person or NY one! YUH! 

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We're taking a break from a breakdown of Sweetener to talk about two of Ariana's features from last summer: Troye Sivan's Dance to This & Bed by Nicki Minaj. We also talk about her recent feature on 2 Chainz's Rule the World. Lastly, we talk about winding down on Sweetener and what kind of episodes we got coming up before our deep dive into Thank U, Next! YUH!

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This week, we're talking about one of our favorite songs (top 2 for Eli & Teresa), Goodnight N' Go! Eli & Teresa are join by Jenny Yang and Amanda Brooke Perrin to talk about the lyrics, upbeat love songs, and the original Goodnight & Go song. Ari's not the only Imogen Heap song, so are we! YUH!

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This week, we're talking about one of our favorite songs, Better Off! Eli & Teresa are joined by Anna Hossnieh & Shereen Younes, co-hosts of the podcast Ethnically Ambiguous. We talk about so much: Ariana's initial hesitation to put this on Sweetener, the vulnerable lyrics, and how the song has a lot of Thank U, Next vibes. YUH!

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This week, we're joined by comedians Hampton Yount (MST3K, new album Able available for pre-order) and Georgea Brooks (new album Cash Grab out now) join Teresa and Eli to talk about Borderline. The group talks about Missy Elliott's feature on the song, how it ranks against Sweetener's other songs, and how Ariana's trajectory compares to other pop stars! YUH!

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Wow, what a week! Ali Segel (Get Up On This Podcast) and Justine Marino (The Funny Dance Show on E!), join Teresa & Eli to talk about No Tears Left to Cry, and of course, Thank U, Next the album! The group talks about the choice of making No Tears the lead single, the music video, and they talk about their favorite tracks off the new album! We out here vibin'! 

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This week, we're covering one of Ari's big singles from Sweetener, breathin' with Erin Mallory Long (Co-host of two great pods: Best of Friends & Get Up On This). We talk about the very relatable lyrics, the picture perfect music video, and of course, we talk about Ari's new tattoo!

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This week, Eli & Teresa are join by the wonderful Shantira Jackson (writer for Busy Tonight!) to talk about Everytime. Get ready to feel all the feels as the trio take a deep dive into the lyrics and get into an even deeper discussion about relationships.  And of course, they talk about the announcement of the Thank U, Next album release date and track listing! Yeee!

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This week, Eli & Teresa are joined by Dani Fernandez & Madison Shepard to talk about Successful, which might be Eli's favorite track on the album. The group also discuss 7 Rings and the controversy surrounding the lyrics, the music video, and how it's kind of like a sequel to Successful! 

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This week, we're joined by our good friends and big time Ari stans Jared Goldstein and Christine Medrano to talk about the title track Sweetener. We talk about our initial reaction to the song, the track's production history, and authenticity in pop music. We also chat about our favorite Ariana music videos! 

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Wow, this week Pod is a Woman is talking about God is a Woman! Eli & Teresa are joined by comedians Jamie Loftus & Caitlin Durante, hosts of The Bechdel Cast. They discuss every iconic aspect of GIAW: the lyrics, the music video, and Ari's VMA performance. They also talk about Ariana's Sweetener merch and the God is a Woman sweatshirt Jamie purchased.

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This week, Eli & Teresa are joined by the hosts of the Culture Kings Podcast (Edgar Momplaisir & Jacquis Neal) to talk about the dreamy fourth track on Sweetener: R.E.M. The group discuss Pharrell's influence on the song as well as the album, the track's Beyonce origins, and we finish things up by talking about Ariana's newest single: Imagine! 

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This week, we're taking a break from Sweetener to talk about one of Ari's other masterpieces, Christmas & Chill! We talk about each track on the EP, what we would pick for our Thank U, Next video references, and both of us choose an Ariana song to rep our goals for 2019! Yeeee!

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Welcome to Pod is a Woman! Issa Ariana Grande podcast where Teresa Lee and Eli Olsberg talk about the perfection that is Sweetener, track by track. Eli and Teresa welcome comedians Ellie McElvain (Rhett & Link - @EllieMce) and Zach Noe Towers (one of Time Out's 2018 Comics to Watch) to talk about Raindrops (An Angel Cried), but the night before they were scheduled to record she also dropped Thank U, Next so we also spend A LOT of time talking about that masterpiece. We also rank every Ariana album and everyone is on the same page except for one person. Who could it be? Yeee! Follow us on IG: PodIssaWoman!