Billboard's Keith Caulfield (Managing Director, Charts and Data Operations) and Katie Atkinson (Executive Digital Director, West Coast) offer weekly Billboard chart breakdowns, discuss the hottest music news and cover the year’s biggest musical events. Casual pop fans, chart junkies and everyone in between are invited to this weekly half-hour discussion.
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A podcast that inspires hoteliers to create meaningful and memorable experiences for their customers, in pursuit of their passion.I share my views and experiences relating to hospitality, tech trends and also relating to humanity. I am sitting down with world-class speakers, leading industry suppliers, top performing hoteliers, sharing about their inspiration, lessons they learned and how to make an impact.
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Hotel Marketing Mastery: Insider Tips to Skyrocket Your Room Bookings! TSHS – 081
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Hotel Marketing Mastery: Insider Tips to Skyrocket Your Room Bookings! In this episode, Brandon Leibowitz, the founder of SEO Optimizer, shares insights on digital marketing for the hotel industry. The conversation covers search engine optimization, content marketing, social media marketing, pay-per-click advertising, email marketing, analytics, co…
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Paul McCartney! Tom Cruise! Prince William! Taylor Swift’s London Eras Tour Stop Dominates the News Cycle
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about Swift's trio of buzzy Wembley Stadium shows, including Travis Kelce's onstage debut and a galaxy of A-listers in attendances (including Paul McCartney and Tom Cruise). Plus, there's chart news about Sabrina Carpenter scoring her first No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Please …
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Enhancing Guest Experience in Hospitality with Amazon’s Principles. TSHS-080
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In this episode, Steve Anderson, an expert and author of The Bezos Letters, discusses examples of the principles of growing a business like Amazon. He shares insights on customer obsession, day-one mentality, high-velocity decision-making, and more. The conversation also delves into applying these principles in the hospitality industry and the impa…
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Katy Perry's Pop Return Is Upon Us: What Do Music Fans Want From Her in 2024?
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about what Katy Perry's next era looks like, 10 years after her last Hot 100 No. 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Billboard
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Bridging Finance, Hospitality, and Podcasting. TSHS-079
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Bridging Finance, Hospitality, and Podcasting, discussion with Jelani Millard, founder of The Wapechi Collection. In this episode, Sam-Erik Ruttmann interviews Jelani Millard, a professional risk analyst, podcaster, and hospitality enthusiast. We discuss Jelani Millard’s background, travel experiences, involvement in hospitality, and the Wepachi Co…
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Ariana Grande & Sabrina Carpenter Usher in the Return of Cinematic Music Videos
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On the new Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are discussing Ariana Grande's "The Boy Is Mine" and Sabrina Carpenter's "Please Please Please," which both include famous leads and movie-worthy storylines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Billboard
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From Self-Doubt to Self-Trust: A Blueprint for Entrepreneurial Triumph! TSHS-0078
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From Self-Doubt to Self-Trust: A Blueprint for Entrepreneurial Triumph! In this episode, I discuss with Dawn Ledet, a certified life coach and self-trust expert. Dawn shares her professional journey from working in the hospitality industry to becoming a life coach. She explains the role and responsibility of a life coach and self-trust expert, high…
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How Could Jennifer Lopez or The Black Keys Have Avoided Canceling Arena Tours?
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about what led Jennifer Lopez and The Black Keys to call off recent arena tours and what might have prevented their cancellations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Billboard
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Why we cannot ignore Blue Economy, discussion with Ms. Josianne Cutajar. TSHS-0077
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Why we cannot ignore Blue Economy, discussion with Ms. Josianne Cutajar. TSHS-0077 Ms. Josianne Cutajar is a Maltese (Gozitan) politician elected as a Member of the European Parliament in 2019, the youngest person to represent Malta in the European Parliament. She discusses her professional journey, the unique attractions of Gozo, and the importanc…
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Billie Eilish Makes the Case for Shorter Albums & Shorter Shows
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On the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are chatting about Billie Eilish's viral comments about 3-hour concerts amid her career-high Hit Me Hard and Soft debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Billboard
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Post Malone, Beyoncé & More Are Charting a Reverse Course With Pop-to-Country Moves
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There's a long history of country-to-pop crossovers, from Dolly Parton to Shania Twain to Taylor Swift. But 2024 is proving to be the year of the pop-to-country crossover, from Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter album to Post Malone's twangy "I Had Some Help" to Dua Lipa's surprise ACM Awards duet with Chris Stapleton. On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, K…
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Taylor Swift Rewrites Her Eras Tour to Make Room for 'Tortured Poets Department': What Got Edited Out?
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are taking a closer look at the reshuffled setlist as Taylor Swift kicks off the European leg of her Eras Tour in Paris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Billboard
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New Hits by Sabrina Carpenter, Shaboozey & Tommy Richman Shake Up the Top of the Hot 100
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There's a lot of fresh blood in the top five of the Billboard Hot 100 this week, with Tommy Richman's "Million Dollar Baby" debuting at No. 2, Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" rising to No. 3, and Sabrina Carpenter's "Espresso" rising to No. 4 (all behind a second week at No. 1 for Taylor Swift's "Fortnight," featuring Post Malone). On the new Bill…
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Why every gravel bike ride in Finland is a tiny holiday! TSHS-0076
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Why Every Gravel Bike Ride in Finland is a Tiny Holiday! In this episode, Sam-Erik Ruttmann interviews Sari Puumala, the founder of PK & Company, about the growing trend of travel by biking, specifically gravel biking. Sari shares her passion for outdoor activities and how she got into endurance sports like triathlon. We discuss the popularity of g…
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Will Taylor Swift Be the Last Million-Selling Star as We Move Further Into Streaming Era?
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are wondering: With Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department earning 2.61 million equivalent album units in the U.S. in the week ending April 25 -- and traditional album sales comprising 1.914 million of that sum -- could Swift be the last artist to sell a million-plus albums in one week? Lea…
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Spice Girls 'Stop' Us In Our Tracks With Posh Birthday Reunion -- But Will There Be More?
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith talk about the legendary girl group the Spice Girls coming back together and whether the moment could lead to new music. Also on the show, we’ve got chart news on Hozier getting his first No. 1 on the Hot 100 as “Too Sweet” rises to the top of the list and how Sabrina Carpenter visits the Hot 100…
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Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish & Beyond: Coachella 2024 Could Have Built an Alternate Lineup Out of Surprise Guests
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie tells Keith about her first return to Coachella in 14 years for a surprise-heavy weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Billboard
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Billie Eilish Leading the Way in Sustainability Efforts -- How Could It Change the Industry?
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On the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are joined by deputy editor Lyndsey Havens to discuss her interviews with Billie Eilish about environmental sustainability ahead of the announcement of her 'Hit Me Hard and Soft' album. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Billboard
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Exploring Africa’s Diverse Charms: Insights on Travel, Sustainability, and Future Trends! TSHS-0075
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Exploring Africa’s Diverse Charms: Insights on Travel, Sustainability, and Future Trends! In a comprehensive dialogue, Pirkka Tapiola, Ambassador of Finland to Kenya, Somalia, Eritrea, Seychelles, and Uganda, delves into the interplay between Africa and Europe, framing it as a pivotal element in the travel experiences of European tourists. Througho…
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Will Beyoncé Finally Win Album of the Year Grammy With 'Cowboy Carter'?
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Katie & Keith are talking about whether Beyoncé's brand-new Cowboy Carter album could break her losing streak in the Grammys' album of the year category. Listen to the new podcast to hear our full conversation about Beyoncé's early Grammy chances, as well as what song could be the next single following the seven-week Hot Country Songs chart-topper …
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The Intangible Luxury: Evolving Landscapes of the Hotel Industry. TSHS- 0074
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Summary In this episode, Sam Erik Ruttmann interviews Piers Schmidt, the founder of luxury branding consultancy firm Luxury Branding. They discuss the challenges faced by luxury hotel brands in gaining global recognition and value compared to luxury goods brands. They explore the pricing premium discrepancy between luxury hotels and luxury goods, a…
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Teddy Swims & Benson Boone Hold Top 2 Spots on Hot 100: What Big-Voiced Breakout Could Climb the Charts Next?
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On the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about what led to the breakout hits "Lose Control" by Teddy Swims and "Beautiful Things" by Benson Boone, and what could be next. They chat about if we should look to last year’s explosion of male country hits in the upper regions of the Hot 100 (Luke Combs, Zach Bryan, Oliver Anthony, am…
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The Portrayal of Greenland: A visual Analysis of its Digital Storytelling. TSHS-0073
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Summary This is Ep.02 of my discussion with Dr. Francesc Fuste-Forne, University of Girona, Catalonia. The Ep. 01 ¨How Instagram & TikTok are rewriting the rules of Gastronomy and Travel Marketing. TSHS-0072 is available for your listening pleasure. The conversation explores Greenland’s digital storytelling emphasizes its environmental factors and …
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*NSYNC Reunion Is 'Paradise' for Hopeful Fans -- But Will It Lead to Anything Else?
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On the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking all about the pleasant surprise of *NSYNC's reunion at Justin Timberlake's LA concert and what it could possibly lead to, from the band getting back together on JT's upcoming tour, to more new music, to their own stadium trek. (We can dream!) Plus, Katie was inside The Wiltern when it all…
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How Instagram & TikTok are rewriting the rules of Gastronomy and Travel Marketing. TSHS-0072
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Summary In the conversation with Dr. Francesc Fuste-Forne, University of Girona, Catalonia, we explore the role of social media in promoting luxury gastronomy in Abu Dhabi, and the challenges faced by bakeries in Catalonia during the pandemic. The chapters cover topics such as, the balance between authenticity and aesthetics in luxury gastronomy, u…
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Madonna’s Tour Is a Cause for Celebration: Inside Her Final Night at LA’s Forum With Cardi B & More
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On the new Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith take a field trip to night 5 of Madonna's joyous Celebration Tour stint at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, Calif. What we encountered was a truly 360-degree experience, as we sat between the main stage and the beginning of the catwalk and looked in every conceivable direction to take in the magnificent product…
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Miley Cyrus & Pharrell's Revived Collab Is Just What the 'Doctor' Ordered
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Miley Cyrus and Pharrell reportedly worked on their newly released song "Doctor (Work It Out)" circa her 2013 Bangerz era -- and now, more than a decade later, they've gifted fans with the upbeat single and a feel-good video to match. On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about where the song might live -- on a new Pharre…
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One Queen to Another: Why Dolly Parton's Co-Sign of Beyoncé's Country Era Matters
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we're talking about why Dolly Parton's endorsement of Beyoncé's country era is so significant -- and so fitting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Billboard
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Why Ariana Grande & Mariah Carey's 'Yes, And?' Remix Is a Full-Circle Moment for the Diva Duo
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about the buzzy team-up between Ariana Grande and Mariah Carey on the new "Yes, And?" remix, as well as Dua Lipa's new "Training Season" single & video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Billboard
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Unleashing AI’s Potential: Overcoming Common Pitfalls and Strategies for Success. TSHS-0071
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Unleashing AI’s Potential: Overcoming Common Pitfalls and Strategies for Success. Summary In this episode, Jayanth N Kolla, an AI expert, discusses the key considerations for implementing AI in businesses. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the evolution of AI and the different generations of AI technology. Jayanth advises companies to a…
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New Beyoncé! First 'Wicked' Trailer! Usher's Halftime! Super Bowl 2024 Delivers Epic Music Moments
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On the Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about the Super Bowl 2024 music moments beyond Usher's halftime, like Beyonce, Wicked & more. And we were there! In the new episode, Katie talks all about her experience shadowing Kaskade as the first Super Bowl DJ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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