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Sam Smith joins us for a raw and revealing conversation. Discover the surprising revelation about their journey from a young, talented singer to a global pop sensation. Sam talks about overcoming stage fright, the inspiring moments of writing their hit songs, and the unique way they find peace in New York City. Plus, get a sneak peek into Sam's intimate Brooklyn residency and learn why this next album might be their best work yet.

For a limited time, you can try Pretty Tasty for free - just go to prettytasty.com, pick your flavor, and use code PODCRUSHED.

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00:00 Intro

04:53 Sam Smith’s Childhood and Early Influences

06:28 Navigating School as a Queer Kid

09:52 The Power of Music and Female Voices

20:41 Struggles with Weight and Self-Acceptance

26:27 First Experiences with Love and Heartbreak

31:30 Embarrassing Moments and Overcoming Stage Fright

34:21 Pursuing a Career in Music

36:22 Early Career and Record Deal Challenges

37:11 Deciding Between Musical Theater and Pop Stardom

37:58 Musical Influences and Recording Experiences

40:04 Family Influence and Early Performances

42:04 Themes of Love and Safety in Music

46:18 Personal Growth and Mental Health

47:34 Creating Authentic Music and Overcoming Challenges

49:40 New York Life and Relationship

54:27 The Importance of Water and Flow in Life

59:27 Reflecting on Career and Future Projects

01:07:55 Intimate Performances and New Music

01:12:07 Final Thoughts and Advice to Younger Self

Our new book Crushmore is out now! Go go go! https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993

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Content provided by Lemonada Media, Penn Badgley, Nava Kavelin, and Sophie Ansari. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Lemonada Media, Penn Badgley, Nava Kavelin, and Sophie Ansari or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Sam Smith joins us for a raw and revealing conversation. Discover the surprising revelation about their journey from a young, talented singer to a global pop sensation. Sam talks about overcoming stage fright, the inspiring moments of writing their hit songs, and the unique way they find peace in New York City. Plus, get a sneak peek into Sam's intimate Brooklyn residency and learn why this next album might be their best work yet.

For a limited time, you can try Pretty Tasty for free - just go to prettytasty.com, pick your flavor, and use code PODCRUSHED.

Take the guesswork out of your dog's well-being. Go to ollie.com/podcrushed and use code podcrushed to get 60% off your first box!

00:00 Intro

04:53 Sam Smith’s Childhood and Early Influences

06:28 Navigating School as a Queer Kid

09:52 The Power of Music and Female Voices

20:41 Struggles with Weight and Self-Acceptance

26:27 First Experiences with Love and Heartbreak

31:30 Embarrassing Moments and Overcoming Stage Fright

34:21 Pursuing a Career in Music

36:22 Early Career and Record Deal Challenges

37:11 Deciding Between Musical Theater and Pop Stardom

37:58 Musical Influences and Recording Experiences

40:04 Family Influence and Early Performances

42:04 Themes of Love and Safety in Music

46:18 Personal Growth and Mental Health

47:34 Creating Authentic Music and Overcoming Challenges

49:40 New York Life and Relationship

54:27 The Importance of Water and Flow in Life

59:27 Reflecting on Career and Future Projects

01:07:55 Intimate Performances and New Music

01:12:07 Final Thoughts and Advice to Younger Self

Our new book Crushmore is out now! Go go go! https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993

🎧 Want more from Podcrushed?

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