Best Musc Interviews Podcasts (2025)

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Billianne 21:09

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4d ago21:09

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Our guest today on the podcast is rising Canadian singer-songwriter Billianne. Hailed as “music’s next big voice” and even “a young Adele,” she first captured hearts in 2021 with a breathtaking TikTok cover of Tina Turner’s Simply the Best—winning over fans like Ryan Reynolds, Oprah, Michael Bublé, and Taylor Swift. Since then, she’s released a str…

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#277 - Philip Shenon: The Vatican’s HIDDEN History: Hitler, the CIA, & Protecting Predators 54:20

5d ago54:20

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In this episode of The Zach Show, award-winning journalist Philip Shenon, author of Jesus Wept, takes us inside the Vatican’s most turbulent century. From Pope Pius XII’s meeting with Hitler and his controversial silence during the Holocaust, to Pope John XXIII’s revolutionary Vatican II reforms, we trace the Church’s battles over power, mercy, and…

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Sarah Blasko 28:48

6d ago28:48

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Our guest today on the podcast is beloved Australian songwriter Sarah Blasko. An ARIA Award-winning artist, Sarah has been a cornerstone of the Australian music scene for over two decades, first capturing hearts with her debut albums The Overture & The Underscore and What the Sea Wants, The Sea Will Have. Since then, she’s released five more studio…

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Matthew Ifield 28:01

11d ago28:01

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Our guest today on the podcast is Sydney singer and songwriter Matthew Ifield. At just 20, he’s amassed over 160 million streams, 3 million followers, and 16 billion views of his music across social media, thanks to a smooth blend of jazz, soul, and pop that’s resonated with listeners around the world. Today, he releases his debut album My Favourit…

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Ninajirachi 28:54

13d ago28:54

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Our guest today is electronic producer and DJ Ninajirachi. Over the past decade, the Aussie artist has steadily built a reputation as one of the country’s most forward-thinking names in dance music, earning praise at home and abroad, supporting artists like Charli XCX and Porter Robinson, and landing nominations at the AIR Awards. This Friday, she’…

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#276 - How To DISAPPEAR In 2025 (And Why You Might Need To) 43:42

18d ago43:42

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What does it really take to disappear in 2025? In this episode, we dive into the surreal world of extreme-privacy consultants, people who charge tens of thousands to make you untraceable. From 191 virtual debit cards to fake dogs and burner phones in Faraday bags, these modern-day Disappearers help CEOs, crypto millionaires, and paranoid civilians …

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Hilltop Hoods 19:42

18d ago19:42

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Our guests today are Australian hip-hop icons Hilltop Hoods. The ARIA Award–winning trio—Suffa, Pressure and DJ Debris—have played a defining role in shaping the country’s hip-hop scene, with six number-one albums, over 1.8 billion streams, and a legacy that continues to resonate with Aussie fans. Today marks the release of Fall From The Light, the…

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Bonnie McKee 30:35

20d ago30:35

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Our guest today on the podcast is singer, actress, and songwriting royalty—Bonnie McKee. The Seattle-born artist has built a devoted following for her own music, including her long-lost sophomore album Hot City, which she finally re-recorded and released in 2024 after discovering a massive online fan campaign. But beyond her own work, Bonnie is one…

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The Band Camino 25:08

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Our guests today on the podcast are indie rock trio The Band CAMINO. The Nashville-based group—made up of Jeffery Jordan, Spencer Stewart, and Garrison Burgess—have been crafting emotionally charged, hook-laden indie rock for over a decade. Over this time, they’ve built a devoted global following through their heart-on-sleeve songwriting and high-e…

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Kacy Hill 32:04

27d ago32:04

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Our guest today on the podcast is songwriter, producer, and musician Kacy Hill. The Arizona-born, LA-based artist has had one of the most fascinating evolutions in modern music: starting out in hip-hop, collaborating with the likes of Travis Scott and Kid Cudi, before pivoting into critically acclaimed indie pop and rock. Now, Kacy is embracing a v…

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Jade Bird 22:18

1M ago22:18

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Our guest today on the podcast is UK singer-songwriter Jade Bird. Jade has won fans around the world with her powerful voice, sharp songwriting, and a sound rooted in folk, country, and Americana. With two acclaimed albums under her belt and a reputation as one of the UK’s most compelling live performers, she’s continued to evolve her artistry with…

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Healy 24:42

1M ago24:42

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Our guest today on the podcast is Healy—the Memphis native whose genre-blurring music sits at the crossroads of indie, pop, soul, and R&B. Known for crafting songs that feel intimate yet cinematic, Healy’s sound has won him praise from artists like Khalid and SZA, the latter of whom he went on to collaborate with after his acclaimed sophomore album…

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#275 - Nick Bryant: Jeffrey Epstein’s Blackmail Empire | BIGGER Than You Were Told (Replay) 1:10:57

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As the DOJ now claims no Epstein client list exists and Epstein-related files remain sealed, we’re re-releasing one of the most explosive interviews we’ve ever done. This is Part 2 of our deep dive with investigative journalist Nick Bryant, originally recorded in October 2024. Nick connects Epstein’s rise, from college dropout to Mossad-linked blac…

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The Swell Season (Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová) 33:02

1M ago33:02

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Our guests today are The Swell Season, the beloved folk duo of Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard and Czech pianist and singer Markéta Irglová. Since forming in 2005, they’ve captured hearts around the world with their emotive songwriting and cinematic storytelling, soaring to fame through the 2007 film Once, which earned them an Academy Award fo…

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3% 29:55

1M ago29:55

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Our guest today, during NAIDOC Week 2025, is one of the most exciting acts in Australian hip-hop—First Nations trio 3%. Made up of MCs Nooky and Dallas Woods, and singer-songwriter Angus Field, the supergroup burst onto the scene in 2023 with KILL THE DEAD, one of the most powerful and politically charged debut albums in Australian hip-hop, earning…

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#274 - Dr. Sander van der Linden: Is MISINFORMATION The Next Biological Weapon? 1:04:01

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Professor Sander van der Linden’s fascination with misinformation traces back to his own family’s scars under Nazism, a regime that perfected propaganda so insidious it seeped invisibly into everyday life. In his award-winning book Foolproof, van der Linden argues that misinformation is a psychological virus, spreading through minds the way a biolo…

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Montaigne 2.0 31:03

2M ago31:03

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Our guest today is Australian alt-pop star Montaigne. The ARIA Award-winning and Grammy-nominated songwriter and composer has carved out a unique place in the Australian music scene, achieving remarkable milestones—from collaborating with David Byrne, to representing Australia at Eurovision, and earning a Grammy nomination for work on a video game …

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Lauren Spencer Smith 22:24

2M ago22:24

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Our guest today is pop songwriter Lauren Spencer Smith. The Canadian artist has built a global following with her candid songs about love, heartbreak, and life’s messy moments, resonating widely on TikTok and beyond. Her 2023 debut album Mirror earned critical acclaim, Platinum singles, and major performances at the MTV VMAs and The Tonight Show. J…

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Durand Jones & The Indications 28:07

2M ago28:07

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Our guests today are the impossibly smooth Durand Jones & The Indications. The U.S. soul and R&B group have built a global following on the back of their lush, retro-leaning sound and electrifying live shows. Formed at Indiana University over a shared love of classic soul records, the band have since released three acclaimed albums, toured with Len…

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Surprise Chef 32:14

2M ago32:14

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Our guest today is Australian jazz-funk collective Surprise Chef. The Melbourne-based instrumental five-piece make lush, cinematic music that channels the spirit of 1970s funk, soul, and jazz while carving out a sound entirely their own. With global support from outlets like BBC Radio 6 and Double J—and co-signs from Questlove and DJ Nu-Mark—the ba…

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Waylon Wyatt 27:44

2M ago27:44

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Our guest today is American country artist Waylon Wyatt. The Arkansas native is quickly emerging as one of the most compelling new voices in country music, known for his red-dirt storytelling, weathered vocals, and unfiltered emotional honesty. Earlier this month, he released his second EP Out of the Blue—a striking collection that highlights his k…

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PUP 31:21

2M ago31:21

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Our guests today are Canadian punk legends PUP, who recently returned with their fifth studio album Who Will Look After the Dogs? The Toronto four-piece have spent the past decade building one of the most exciting careers in alternative music—known for their chaotic energy, biting wit, and emotional honesty. This new record sees frontman Stefan Bab…

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#273 - Otis Brown III: Do Music Schools Really BREAK You Like in Whiplash? 1:50:50

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Otis Brown III didn’t just grow up around music, he was shaped by it. With a father who drummed for legends like James Brown and Al Green, and a mother who was a classically trained pianist and choir director, Otis was raised in a home where rhythm and soul were a way of life. In this episode, we trace Otis’s journey from early church gigs to Donal…

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Yorke 29:48

2M ago29:48

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Our guest today is Australian pop songwriter Yorke, who returns with her bold new EP Unfinished Business. The project sees the Byron Bay artist fully embracing her pop sensibilities, delivering some of her most confident and infectious work yet. In today’s episode, we chat with Yorke about the creative mindset behind the EP, how pop music has evolv…

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Calum Hood 27:37

2M ago27:37

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Our guest today is Calum Hood, best known as a member of one of Australia’s biggest bands, 5 Seconds of Summer. While 5SOS have spent over a decade topping charts and selling out arenas around the world, Calum is now stepping into a new era with his debut solo album, Order Chaos Order. It’s a raw and introspective record that reveals a different si…

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Phoebe Rings 30:23

2M ago30:23

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Our guests today are Aotearoa four-piece Phoebe Rings, a dream pop band crafting some of the most transportive music you’ll hear this year—blending jazz, Korean city pop, soul, and more. Dubbed a local supergroup, the band features members who’ve played with Tiny Ruins, Fazerdaze, and Lucky Boy, and recently released their stunning debut album Aseu…

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Linying 34:05

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Our guest today on the podcast is alternative pop songwriter Linying. Originally from Singapore and now based in Los Angeles, Linying crafts dreamy, atmospheric pop that wouldn’t feel out of place alongside artists like St. Vincent, Mitski, or Men I Trust. In April, she released her stunning sophomore album Swim, Swim—a beautifully fluid record sha…

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renforshort 2.0 43:55

2M ago43:55

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Our guest today on the podcast is Canadian alt-pop artist renforshort. The Toronto-born songwriter has spent the past few years carving out a name as one of pop’s most compelling new voices—blending elements of indie rock, folk, and experimental alt-pop into a sound that’s entirely her own. Influenced by the likes of Amy Winehouse, Nirvana, and Ell…

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The Ting Tings 30:18

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Our guests today are British duo The Ting Tings. They shot to global fame in the 2000s with indie-dance hits like “That’s Not My Name” and “Shut Up & Let Me Go,” earning GRAMMY and BRIT nominations, and soundtracking everything from iPod ads to viral moments. A recent sync in Netflix’s The Life List sparked a new wave of discovery, sending streams …

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#272 - Agent Steve Murphy: 400 Kilos, CIA Lies, and a $300K Hit | The Real DEA Story Of HUNTING Escobar 2:45:50

2M ago2:45:50

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What does it take to bring down the most powerful drug lord in modern history? In this gripping episode, DEA Special Agent Steve Murphy, one of the agents who helped take down Pablo Escobar, joins me to unpack the truth behind the manhunt that inspired Netflix’s Narcos. From gunfights in Miami and undercover stings gone sideways, to the 18-month ch…

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Tash Sultana 29:43

3M ago29:43

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Our guest today is Australian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Tash Sultana. Over the past decade, Tash has become one of the country’s most celebrated artists—a one-person powerhouse known for their genre-blending sound and electrifying live performances. Last week, Tash released a new EP titled Return to the Roots—a raw, soul-searchi…

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Cil 23:01

3M ago23:01

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Our guest today is rising pop star Cil. The Colorado-born, LA-based singer and songwriter makes hypnotic R&B-infused pop that’s as emotionally raw as it is sonically slick—and she’s quickly becoming one of the most exciting new voices in the genre. With co-signs from the likes of Stevie Nicks and praise from Billboard and V Magazine, she’s already …

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Mt. Joy 22:40

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Our guests today are beloved indie-rock five-piece Mt. Joy. Originally from Philadelphia, the band has seen a huge rise over the past few years off the back of their 2022 record Orange Blood—selling out venues like Madison Square Garden and Red Rocks, touring with The Lumineers, and collaborating with artists like Maren Morris. Now, they return wit…

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Brandon 33:55

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Our guest today is Los Angeles-based singer and songwriter Brandon. The multi-instrumentalist makes music that floats between alternative, R&B, and modern folk—crafting some of the smoothest, most delicate sounds you’ll hear this year. With the release of his entirely self-produced debut album Before You Go, Brandon has firmly carved out a space of…

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OK Go (Damian Kulash) 42:18

3M ago42:18

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Our guests today are the beloved and endlessly inventive indie rock band OK Go. Originally from Chicago, the band has carved one of the most unconventional paths in modern music—catapulting to global fame with a viral video and going on to earn billions of streams, chart-topping hits, and accolades including three VMAs and a GRAMMY. Last month, OK …

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#271 - Sgt. John Mattingly: Breonna Taylor, The RAID, & The Aftermath 1:59:42

3M ago1:59:42

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What really happened the night of the Breonna Taylor raid? In this episode, retired Louisville Sergeant John Mattingly shares his firsthand experience from the 2020 police operation that became a national flashpoint. Shot in the leg during the raid that left Breonna Taylor dead, Mattingly takes us beyond the headlines and social media narratives. F…

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Bliss N Eso 26:37

3M ago26:37

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Our guests today are Australian hip-hop royalty—Bliss N Eso. Over the past two decades, the duo have carved out a legendary place in the country’s music scene, earning multiple ARIA Awards and releasing eight studio albums without ever compromising their unique voice. 2025 is already shaping up to be huge, with the release of their new single “Chem…

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Tyne-James Organ 2.0 29:13

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Our guest today is Australian indie singer-songwriter Tyne-James Organ. Since first emerging in 2016, the Wollongong-born artist has become one of the country’s most beloved live performers, earning a loyal following through his emotionally resonant songwriting and captivating stage presence. Today marks the release of his brilliant second album Th…

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spill tab 28:06

3M ago28:06

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Our guest today is the genre-defying alt-pop artist and producer spill tab. The project of Claire Chicha, spill tab blends elements of jazz, indie, pop, funk, and classical into a playful yet emotionally rich sound that’s hard to pin down—in the best possible way. With collaborations alongside Gus Dapperton and Matilda Mann, and tour dates supporti…

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Spacey Jane 28:48

3M ago28:48

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Our guests today are none other than Aussie indie rock royalty, Spacey Jane. The Perth four-piece has spent the past few years rising to the top of Australia’s music scene—collecting ARIA and AIR Awards for their first two records Sunlight and Here Comes Everybody, and building a devoted global following along the way. Now, they return with their t…

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#270 - Adam Butler: Conversations with GOD, Angels, & Aliens | Exploring DMT 2:34:24

3M ago2:34:24

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On this episode of The Zach Show, Adam Butler and Zach discuss DMT, the psychedelic molecule that Adam claims saved his life. From suicidal despair in the desert to conversations with God, demons, and dimensional beings, Adam recounts his transformation through DMT with brutal honesty and poetic grit. We unpack the “Miracle Molecule” from every ang…

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Anna Shoemaker 27:16

3M ago27:16

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Our guest today is indie pop songwriter Anna Shoemaker. Now based in Los Angeles, Anna recently released her brilliant second album Somebody Should Stop Her—a bold, emotionally raw collection that moves away from the synth-led sound of her debut in favour of organic instrumentation and introspective songwriting that captures the messiness of young …