Rolling Stone
Mentioned in 35 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major music and culture publication known for music journalism, artist interviews, and rankings that frequently appears in podcast discussions about music history, celebrity coverage, and investigative reporting. Podcasters reference Rolling Stone's iconic cover stories, critical profiles, and "Greatest" lists—though some critiques note historical gender representation issues in their rankings. The outlet is also cited for commissioning significant long-form journalism, including Evan Wright's Iraq War series that became the book Generation Kill.
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Episode Mentions
DJ Hesta Prynn's Music is Therapy · Apr 10, 2026
One of Us (with Alan Light)
“Music publication where Alan Light worked as journalist and critic covering hip-hop, country, and rock music”
60 Songs That Explain the '90s · Apr 8, 2026
TV On The Radio — “Wolf Like Me”
“Music publication where host read about Conan O'Brien booking cool bands in early 1990s”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Apr 7, 2026
Patrick Radden Keefe on finding great stories
“Published Sean Penn's interview with El Chapo, the only major interview the drug lord had given”
60 Songs That Explain the '90s · Apr 1, 2026
Madvillain — “All Caps”
“Music publication that criticized Chris Gaines album, stating the character got run over by the crazy truck”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Mar 31, 2026
March 31, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
“Publication where journalist David Hill covers gambling and prediction market insider trading concerns.”
DISGRACELAND · Mar 26, 2026
Bonus Episode: Brit Pop and the Attempted Kidnapping of Two British Musical Icons
“Music magazine noted for lacking a dedicated Britpop albums ranking list despite their typical list-focused editorial approach”
60 Songs That Explain the '90s · Mar 25, 2026
The White Stripes — “Seven Nation Army”
“Referenced for a 2000 article about Solomon Linda and 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight' that influenced the episode's framing”
DISGRACELAND · Mar 19, 2026
Bonus Episode: Underrated and Influential Women From Music History, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees, and our Inductee Picks
“Host critiques their 2010 '100 Greatest Artists' list for systematically underranking female musicians, with only one woman in top 10”
One Song · Mar 19, 2026
Outkast's "Ms. Jackson"
“Music publication that ranked 'Ms. Jackson' at #55 on their list of best songs of the 2000s”
Uncanny Valley | WIRED · Mar 18, 2026
Introducing Kill Switch Podcast: Uncovering an AI Journalist
“One of the major publications where fake journalist Victoria Goldie published work”
I've Had It · Mar 5, 2026
Are We Great Yet?
“Major media outlet that covered Brian Andrews' viral success and political messaging”
60 Songs That Explain the '90s · Feb 25, 2026
D’Angelo—“Untitled (How Does It Feel)”
“Magazine that published 2000 profile of D'Angelo by Touré discussing Voodoo's creative process and 'Yoda' influences”
Cleared Hot · Feb 23, 2026
The Real Generation Kill | Brad Colbert | Ep. 434
“Magazine that originally commissioned Evan Wright's three-part series on Iraq invasion that became Generation Kill book”
In Depth With Graham Bensinger · Feb 20, 2026
Bert Kreischer: The real-life Van Wilder | Trending Now
“Published the article about Kreischer's party lifestyle that led to Van Wilder movie development”
The A24 Podcast · Feb 12, 2026
Girl, Whatever with Charli xcx & Aidan Zamiri
“Magazine mentioned in context of a photoshoot that didn't happen and Billy Eilish coverage”
60 Songs That Explain the '90s · Feb 11, 2026
Britney Spears – “Toxic”
“Magazine that featured Britney on its 1999 cover with controversial photography and headlines about her as a 'teen dream'”
The Press Box · Feb 11, 2026
A Super Bowl Review, the Will Lewis Era Ends With a Thud, and the Long, Strange Journey of Tucker Carlson.
“Published headline 'We are witnessing the imperial presidency on steroids' during Super Bowl coverage”
The Chris Plante Show · Feb 6, 2026
2-6-26 Hour 1 - Virginia passes corrupt re-district
“Referenced for past cover featuring Boston Marathon bomber, illustrating media glorification of violent criminals”
Chameleon · Feb 5, 2026
"The Velvet Sundown: The band that’s not quite Human, not quite machine. "
“Music publication that published exclusive interview with fake band representative 'Andrew Frellen' without verifying sources, later retracted the story.”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 31, 2026
This Week's News | Jon on Alex Pretti Shooting & Desi on "Melania" Doc and Ilhan Omar Attack
“Reported that two-thirds of Melania documentary's New York crew requested not to be credited”
Sane(ish) with Jo Carducci · Jan 25, 2026
ICE Keeps Murdering Americans & Kidnapping Children
“Published article revealing White House sources (suspected Stephen Miller) stating retributive investigations were intentional intimidation tactics”
The Rewatchables · Jan 20, 2026
‘Just One of the Guys’ With Bill Simmons, Kyle Brandt, and Joanna Robinson
“Referenced in discussion of 'Perfect' (1985 competing film); Jan Wenner played himself in that movie”
The Joe Rogan Experience · Jan 14, 2026
#2438 - John Mellencamp
“Magazine where Tim White served as editor; Mellencamp credits White's industry insights about SoundScan's impact on rock radio play”
Takin’ A Walk Nashville · Jan 1, 2026
Exploring Nashville's Music Scene: Geoffrey Himes on Willie Nelson, Country Music and Storytelling in Songwriting
“Major music publication where Himes has contributed as a music critic”
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 31, 2025
Listen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Darlene Love
“Darlene Love was named one of Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Singers”
The Joe Rogan Experience · Dec 17, 2025
#2427 - Bret Weinstein
“Published false propaganda article about ivermectin overdoses using stock photos and fabricated claims”
Lovett or Leave It · Dec 13, 2025
Nothin' But Netflix
“Publication where Cameron Crowe worked as music journalist covering Led Zeppelin and other major artists”
The Jefferson Fisher Podcast · Dec 9, 2025
Robert Greene: Why People Manipulate & How to Protect Yourself
“Magazine where Robert Greene worked early in his career and observed organizational hierarchies and ego dynamics that influenced his power philosophy”
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 3, 2025
Julia Gets Wise with Annie Leibovitz
“Leibovitz's early career launching point where she worked as photographer covering music, politics, and culture in the 1970s”
One Song · Nov 27, 2025
Deee-Lite's "Groove Is In The Heart"
“Music publication that listed 'Groove Is In The Heart' as one of the 500 best songs of all time”
WEAPONIZED with Jeremy Corbell & George Knapp · Jul 29, 2025
Storm Area 51 - What REALLY Happened : WEAPONIZED FLASHBACK
“Staff writer Stephen Roderick covered Storm Area 51 event with long-form investigative journalism”
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Jul 18, 2025
Song 179: “Kick Out the Jams” by the MC5 (Public Clean Version)
“Initially promoted MC5 with cover story, then published scathing review by Lester Bangs that damaged band's credibility”
Welcome to Night Vale · Apr 8, 2025
The Best Worst: The Office
“Publication that ranked The Office among the 100 greatest television shows of all time”
Maintenance Phase · Mar 7, 2024
COVID Conspiracies
“Published viral but unverified story about ivermectin overdoses backing up emergency rooms, later partially retracted”
Maintenance Phase · Aug 1, 2023
RFK Jr. and The Mainstreaming Of The Anti-Vaxx Movement
“Published RFK Jr.'s 2005 'Deadly Immunity' article containing numerous factual errors; didn't retract until 2011”