Bianca and Julian are back with their first episode of 2026....which ironically is a deep dive into one of the most talked-about pop releases of 2025: Lily Allen’s West End Girl.

The episode opens with some scene-setting - pop music predictions for 2026 (is 2010s nostalgia closer than we think?), plus an explanation of the Khia Asylum and who currently resides there. From there, the focus turns to West End Girl, Lily Allen’s viral fifth studio album, which has already been compared to such classics as “Jolene,” “You Oughta Know,” and “You’re So Vain.”

Bianca and Julian revisit Lily’s career and public image, from her early hits and tabloid notoriety to her lasting influence on the pop girls of the 2020s. They also discuss her marriage to David Harbour - including that unsettling AD house tour - before moving into a track-by-track breakdown of the album. Along the way, they propose a central idea: that West End Girl is built around a tension between the classical and the contemporary, reflected in its themes, sound, and packaging. The conversation broadens to include the history of concept albums and what it means for a pop record to be this cohesive.

Why don't more celebrities talk about mortgages? What the hell is a "medicator"? Did Lily rip of this show's theme song?! Listen to find out!

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Join Bianca and Julian for their final episode of 2026, as they unwrap a Christmas classic: “Last Christmas" by Wham!

In this holiday send-off, they tackle a few burning questions: Why is this song so infectious? Why does it feel timeless decades later? And why has it been copied so endlessly?

They dig into the influences and science behind George Michael’s hit, breaking down its composition, arrangement, and production choices that give the song its staying power. From there, they branch out into four (…maybe five) tracks clearly inspired by “Last Christmas,” exploring how the song's DNA and tricks pop up in several hits from artists of different genres.

As part of the conversation, Bianca and Julian wrestle with the cringe factor of Christmas music, the enduring power of Eurovision-style pop, and the influence of opera in pop music. They also discuss holiday movies, upcoming film releases they’re excited about, and the shocking, deeply sad news of Rob and Michele Reiner’s tragic deaths.

So pour some mulled wine, embrace the minor-key melancholy, and get ready for one last festive deep dive before the year wraps.

Happy Holidays and New Year from Bianca and Julian! Thanks for a great year!

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Join Bianca and Julian as they drop the needle on a topic near and dear to their hearts—a deep dive into their top 10 (…okay, 11) Paul McCartney Beatles songs.

For lifelong Beatles fans, this episode hits close to home. They trace their personal histories with the band, reflect on the Beatles’ towering cultural legacy, and revisit their experiences seeing Paul live—including the recent Hamilton, Ontario show. Along the way, they break down what truly defines a "Paul song" versus a "John song."

Then comes the main event: a guided tour through their chosen tracks, complete with the writing backstories, lyrical themes, melodic signatures, arrangements, and production details that make these songs classics.

So tune up your Höfner, comb your hair forward, and get ready for 2.5 hours of terrible Paul impressions.

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