Sinister Girlz

A music and pop culture podcast that also talks about Women's Sports. http://SinisterGirlz.com

Pop Culture Talk + Sydney Jo Jackson (week of August 1st, 2025) 08/01/2025

Pop Culture Talk + Sydney Jo Jackson (week of August 1st, 2025) We kick off the episode with some pop culture news and commentary, and then welcome a guest. British singer-songwriter Sydney Jo Jackson joins us this week from Bali. Listen to us chat about finding her musical voice, her creative journey, her upcoming EP, and her most honest and revealing single to date, “Stone Cold,” which explores the heartbreak of exiting a toxic marriage characterized by domestic abuse and the subsequent journey of self-recovery. Follow her on social media Listen to “Stone Cold”: Instagram: TikTok: Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/37630160

Pop Culture Talk Week of July 20th 2025 07/20/2025

Pop Culture Talk Week of July 20th 2025 We take a quick look at some pop culture stories that the internet can’t stop talking about, including Miley Cyrus, Aerosmith, and Black Sabbath retirements. JLO performs a new song, and we chat Sports, sports, sports…This week, we celebrate the WNBA All-Star weekend and the New York Liberty sweep. Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/37474580

Pop Culture Talk Week of July 16th 2025 07/16/2025

Pop Culture Talk Week of July 16th 2025 In this mini-episode, we take a quick look at pop culture, including Kelly Clarkson’s Vegas residency snafu, Cardi B's new album coming out in September, “Am I the Drama?”, and we celebrate the announcement of Miley Cyrus' star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. We check in with Jessica Simpson (girl, we got you, come on the podcast!) and get a quick WNBA, New York Liberty update, including Sabrina Ionescu’s new kicks! Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/37428725

Pop Culture Talk + Mercy Land 06/16/2025

Pop Culture Talk + Mercy Land Week of June 16th, 2025 In this super-sized episode, we welcome Laura Jinn and Tatum Gale of Mercy Land. The duo discusses the band’s formation, their independent status, and we have an honest conversation about music and the music industry. The beginning of the episode features our usual pop culture/music segment, and then we welcome Laura and Tatum Gale. The featured song is “Get Lost!” by Mercy Land. Follow the band on social, links below: Timestamp below: 00:42 Mariah Carey releases new single, “Type Dangerous” 03:57 Rick Astley’s 1987 hit, “Never Gonna Give You Up,” surpasses 1 billion Spotify streams 04:49 Miley Cyrus is put on the spot during the unveiling of her album 06:31 Nicole Scherzinger wins a Tony for her Broadway debut in Sunset Blvd. 10:32 Cole Escola’s historic Tony win 12;24 Doechii’s acceptance speech at the BET Awards 13:38 Mariah Carey wins first BET award, the Icon Award to be exact 14:57 Mercy Land Interview Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/37023850

Pop Culture Talk: Week of June 4, 2025 06/04/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of June 4, 2025 Taylor Swift now owns all of her masters! Janet Jackson receives the Icon Award from the American Music Awards, Mariah Carey is teasing new music, and we party with New York Liberty mascot Ellie the Elephant! Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/36855180

Pop Culture Talk: Week of May 26, 2025 05/26/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of May 26, 2025 Sports, sports, sports…This week, we celebrate the return of the WNBA season and the New York Liberty. Have you ever said, “Wouldn’t it be funny if I ran into so and so,” and BOOM, they appear?! That happened with the New York Liberty! Long story short, it was a time. We spin the Wheel of Rock and interact with the Backstreet Boys! Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/36721930

Pop Culture Talk: Week of May 12, 2025 05/13/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of May 12, 2025 This week, we skip the Billboard charts (sorry, we will get back to them, but the same people are basically on top). I get to attend a Town Hall with the Tony Award-nominated cast of the Broadway show Sunset Blvd, discuss Jessica Glitter (Nicole Scherzinger) and the How I Met Your Mother tie-in. We shout out to Craig Thomas, co-creator of HIMYM, and Josh Radnor, “haaavveee you met Ted?” (Hi Josh!), More Gaga talk, Miley, and we pay tribute to two fallen icons, Jill Sobule (1959-2025) and drag superstar Jiggly Caliente (1980-2025). HIYMYM/Sunset Blvd talk (03:19) Lady Gaga holds a concert in Brazil (05:58) Miley Cyrus (06:23) RIP Jill Souble (06:47) RIP Jiggly Caliente (08:42) Seafoam Season begins, let's go Liberty! (10:00) Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/36542185

Pop Culture Talk: Week of May 1, 2025 05/02/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of May 1, 2025 This week, we skip the Billboard charts and focus on catching up. Topics include Lady Gaga speaking in Spanish, catching up with Kelsie Watts, and a review of Six! The Musical (time stamp: 11:45) - We discuss the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 inductees, while Jessica Simpson is working on a comeback, and Katy Perry ventures into space, alienating most of the population. Also, is Katy Perry copying Miley Cyrus’ career? Miley Cyrus’ brother Trace Cyrus seems to think so. Lastly, we rage against scalpers! Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/36404985

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 31, 2025 03/31/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 31, 2025 This week, we examine pop culture and discuss some of the headlines. We talk about Lady Gaga, Doechii, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco, and Miley Cyrus makes an announcement. Also, Jessica Simpson is drinking what to help her vocals? Snake Sperm! We spin the wheel of rock and travel to the 90s. We love you, Selena Quintanilla! (1971-1995) You can check out past Selena-themed episodes: Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35941605

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 21, 2025 03/21/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 21, 2025 This week, we celebrate the many accomplishments of Lady Gaga, the iHeart Radio Innovator Award recipient, Mariah Carey’s iHeart Radio Icon Award, and Billie Eilish’s “Album of the Year” award win. We spin the wheel of rock and check the charts for the week of March 22, 2025. We close the show with a long-overdue tribute to the late Michelle Trachtenberg (1985-2025), the former child star and actress of Eurotrip, Ice Princess, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, among other credits. Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35800555

Kelsie Watts 03/18/2025

Kelsie Watts In this episode, we chat with multi-talented recording artist Kelsie Watts, who tells us about her exciting Broadway debut as Queen Jane Seymour in the hit Broadway musical Six The Musical. We talk about her working with Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean; listen to me begrudgingly admit that Joey Fatone is a genuinely lovely guy. We also reminisce on TRL and the Backstreet Boys vs. NSYNC wars of the late 90s and early 00s. For More Information on Kelsie Watts Instagram – TikTok – YouTube – Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35739145

Interview With CMAGIC5 03/14/2025

Interview With CMAGIC5 In this episode, we dive into a captivating conversation with Toronto’s CMAGIC5! This talented singer-songwriter brings new life to the Pop Punk music scene, rewriting fairytale endings and singing them proudly. CMAGIC5’s “Happy Never After” leads us into the interview. Follow CMagic5 on social and visit her website Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35698260

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 8, 2025 03/09/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 8, 2025 This week, we ingest Lady Gaga's latest album, "Mayhem," and celebrate its success. I make my case as to why Cyndi Lauper should be inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. We spin the wheel of rock and pay tribute to Dolly Parton's late husband, Carl Dean. Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35595030

Pop Culture Talk: Oscars 2025 Recap 03/03/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Oscars 2025 Recap The 97th Academy Awards (Oscars) were held last night (3/2/25), and we have some thoughts! They opened with Wicked performances and concluded with the biggest twist/upset of the night (Demi Moore was robbed!). Doja Cat performed, and the internet is buzzing with reactions. Still, the main focus is celebrating Zoe Saldaña’s historic Oscar win as the first Dominican (American) to receive an Academy Award for her role in Emilia Perez. We play some clips, share some quips, and celebrate pop culture. Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35518790

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 1, 2025 03/02/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 1, 2025 Quickie Episode: This week, we're covering topics for the week of March 1, 2025 (following the Billboard Music Charts date format). We'll look at the charts, spin the wheel of rock, and discuss the Oscars (tomorrow!). The next episode will cover the Oscars ceremony and results. Good Luck WICKED! Website: Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music Past and current episodes can be found on our website *we are working on adjusting the audio for future recordings* /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35496565

Pop culture talk: Week of February 22, 2025 02/22/2025

Pop culture talk: Week of February 22, 2025 This week, we are covering topics for the week of February 22, 2025: Backstreet Boys announce their Las Vegas summer residency. We also look at the charts, spin the wheel of rock, discuss A$AP Rocky’s not guilty verdict, review the 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Nominations, and advocate for the Latin Grammy and Grammy-winning rock band Maná, known for their Spanish-language music and record-breaking sales across Latin America. Vote for your favorite artist for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction This week's main story is Lady Gaga and her Vanity Fair lie detector test, which teased a sequel to her song “Telephone.” Website: Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35385800

Pop Culture Talk: Week of February 15th 2025 02/16/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of February 15th 2025 We are changing formats and revisiting our radio show format (SINISTER GIRLZ LIVE) with segments, guests, what’s topping the charts, and pop culture shenanigans. This week, we are covering topics for the week of February 15t,h 2025; take a look at the charts, spin the wheel of rock, and talk about the Grammys, Lady Gaga, Chappelle Roan, and did former President Obama predict this epic rap battle (Kendrick v. Drake) back in 2016? Also, Sabrina Carpenter and Dolly Parton?! Website: Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35301360

Pop Culture Talk: WNBA and Grammy Noms 11/12/2024

Pop Culture Talk: WNBA and Grammy Noms We're back after an extended hiatus! We're excited to introduce our mini-episode series, "Pop Culture Talk (PCT)," which discusses pop culture and the music industry. This is our first episode, so please let us know in the comments if you enjoy these discussions. In this episode, we’ll briefly discuss the WNBA and the 2024 WNBA Champions, the New York Liberty, and some events I attended during their championship run. We’ll also give a quick overview of the major Grammy nominations and speculate on whether Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, or Beyoncé will take home the award for, "Album of the Year." Follow us on social media @sinistergirlz Website: www.SINISTERGIRLZ.com /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/33892467

The Return of Love U Jeff Podcast 08/26/2024

The Return of Love U Jeff Podcast WE’RE BACK FOR KAOS! Welcome to the Jeff Goldblum appreciation podcast, Love U Jeff. We are back and thrilled to announce we are covering the new Netflix series starring Jeff Goldblum, “KAOS.” Join Leslie DJ as she watches, reacts, and rates the new series, KAOS.” #JeffGoldblum NEW RULING: The Goldblum scale for television has been revised to 5/5 Goldblums 10/10 Goldblums are for his films. Website: Socials: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/32747062

URBAN HEAT 07/17/2024

URBAN HEAT We kick off the episode with a tribute to the iconic Shannen Dorthy with a clip from “Beverly Hills, 90210,” followed by a few words on her impact. The band interview begins at the 05:09 mark This week's guests are the incredible band Urban Heat. The trio is set to dominate the summer with their upcoming tour. They will be hitting the road this summer to promote their highly anticipated new album, "The TOWER," which is set to be released on August 16th. Following this, they will embark on a European fall tour alongside Molchat Doma. Follow the band @urbanheatband If you want to support them further with their European tour, visit their website for details on their fundraiser: https://www.urbanheatband.com/ Follow us @SINISTERGIRLZ on Insta, threads, TikTok The 90210 clip used under fair use obtained via YouTube The closing clip of Richard Simmon’s “Sweating to the Oldies, outtakes used under fair use and obtained via YouTube Shannen Dorthy People clip on mortality used under fair use obtained via YouTube /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/32190272

ROSALIND 07/09/2024

ROSALIND On July 23rd, 2021, a NYC trio called ALMA was on the brink of releasing their highly anticipated album, "Mosaic," which made our list of the best albums of 2021. After a three-year break, they have returned with a new name, ROSALIND. In our conversation, we explore their rebrand and current single, a cover of Pink Floyd's classic "Wish You Were Here." This single gives us a tantalizing taste of what to expect from their new EP, "ALMA: CODA," set to release later this summer. Follow the band at @rosalind_band Stay up to date with them on their website https://rosalindband.com/ You can also listen to our archives of their first appearance on the podcast as ALMA here: https://sinistergirlz.com/album/alma/ As for us, follow us on social @SINISTERGIRLZ If you like what you hear, rate, review, and subscribe; if you don’t, keep scrolling on. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/32074277

STRATEJACKET 06/07/2024

STRATEJACKET Punk alt-rock trio StrateJacket make their SINISTER GIRLZ debut. Made up of Jackson Roemers (lead vocals/guitar, 24), Fabian Angel (vocals/bass, 23) and Nate Mangold (drums, 22), StrateJacket joins us from Northern California and talk about the band's formation, what it's like to be on the brink of stardom. To keep up with the band follow them on social @stratejacketca watch their performance video: https://youtu.be/8QbYmrrCnUU?si=AL40_XnCfyYggWbX Follow us @SINISTERGIRLZ the podcast is available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, and Audible /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/31656817

Kru 05/17/2024

Kru This week, we welcome Mumbai-born, California-raised R&B/Pop singer Kru. Her single, "Masterplan (feat. Junoflo)," is out now on all streaming platforms. Be on the lookout for her forthcoming EP, "Inevitable," later this year. But first, we attend Billie Eilish's "Hit Me Hard And Soft" album listening party at Barclays and we have a message from Billie! Follow KRU on social media @krumusic Youtube: Follow us on social @SINISTERGIRLZ /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/31362042

Ryn 05/07/2024

Ryn This week, we chat with the lovely Alabama-based Pop/Country Singer-Songwriter Ryn. Listen to us talk about her current single, “Wouldn’t It Be Great,” her passion for medical research, and upcoming music release plans. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow us @SINISTERGIRLZ For More Info on RYN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rynofficialmusic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theofficialrynhere Twitter: https://twitter.com/rynofficialmus1 Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/RynCountry YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ryn4975 Website: https://www.rynsmusic.com/ /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/31183292

SINISTER GIRLZ: 66th Annual Grammy Award Recap 02/05/2024

SINISTER GIRLZ: 66th Annual Grammy Award Recap We tuned in to Music's biggest night. The 66th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony was held on February 4th, 2024, and I have some thoughts! Listen to me briefly recap some of my favorite moments of the night. Shout out to our girl Allison Russell, friend of the Pod! Congrats on your first Grammy win! So well deserved. This episode is strictly for commentary and entertainment purposes. The clips used have been circling the web, so please don't strike me! This is all love. Follow us on social @SINISTERGIRLZ, like, rate, subscribe, and tell a friend! We are on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible and SINISTERGIRLZ.COM /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/29804693

Katherine Yeske Taylor 01/17/2024

Katherine Yeske Taylor This week, we are joined by Katherine Yeske Taylor, the author of the book, “She’s a Badass: women in rock shaping feminism,” out now (January 16, 2024). Listen to us discuss defining feminism in rock n roll, her early days as a journalist, and her experience interviewing some of the most prominent female figures in music. Keep up with the author at https://linktr.ee/Taylorkatnyc Social media:@ kyt_in_nyc You can purchase the book where all books are sold AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/Shes-Badass-Women-Shaping-Feminism/dp/1493072544 Don’t forget to like, rate (5 stars), and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast. You can listen on Amazon Music, Audible and Apple Podcasts. Follow us on social @sinistergirlz /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/29527018

SERENA ITTOO 12/08/2023

SERENA ITTOO British singer-songwriter Serena Ittoo makes her SINISTER GIRLZ debut and presents her debut single, “Nature Foreseen.” We discussed discovering her love for music, songwriting, and her career as a life coach. You can follow Serena Ittoo’s music and content on social media instagram/tiktok @serenaittoo Don’t forget to follow us on social @SINISTERGIRLZ and rate (5 stars), review, subscribe we are on Audible, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/28995053

Miss Randall 11/28/2023

Miss Randall This week, Miss Randall joins us for a great conversation on being a metal indie singer-songwriter and drummer. Listen to us discuss her new EP, “Desertations, Vol. 1” Follow her on social media @missrandallmusic Album available on all streaming platforms Don’t forget to like, review, and follow us on the streaming platform of your choice. We are available on Apple podcasts, Amazon Music, and Audible. Also, follow us on social @sinistergirlz SINISTER GIRLZ has been nominated for two podcasting awards; more details to come! /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/28825213

Britta Raci 11/17/2023

Britta Raci This week we are joined by the outspoken indie-pop powerhouse, Britta Raci, listen to us discuss her brand of pop music, being a music teacher, and her brutally honest songwriting. You can follow her on social @brittaraci But first, we kick the show off with some Grammy nomination talk, it's brief. Follow us on social @sinistergirlz Don't forget to follow, like, review, subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ Podcast, we are on Apple Podcast, Audible and Amazon Music. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/28688543

Stephen Artemis Jr. 10/30/2023

Stephen Artemis Jr. Stephen Artemis Jr. is making his debut on SINISTER GIRLZ and he’s here to chat with us about his latest single titled “Highlands and Hills”. This song is available on all music platforms. Stephen also shares with us what Americana means to him as a genre, and how he is the only Stephen Artemis Jr. which makes it easier for his fans to find him.  Follow him on Instagram @stephenartemisjr Bandcamp: https://stephenartemisjr.bandcamp.com/music Rate, like, subscribe and follow @sinistergirlz Enjoy the show! Stay till the very end for a special tribute to a Friend RIP Matthew Perry (1969-2023) /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/28457201

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