Bad Bunny
Mentioned in 162 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Puerto Rican reggaeton artist who performed the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show entirely in Spanish, achieving record ratings and widespread acclaim for high production value. The performance sparked significant cultural and political debate across the podcast landscape, with discussions centering on language choice, cultural representation, patriotic messaging, and conservative backlash. Podcasts spanning political, entertainment, and cultural commentary genres referenced the performance as a flashpoint for broader tensions around inclusivity, Latin representation, and American values.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
On Purpose with Jay Shetty · Apr 8, 2026
David Grutman: The Career Advice Everyone Gets Wrong (#1 Key to Opening Doors That Lead to Success)
“Reggaeton artist Grutman connected with Drake; later partnered on restaurant venture through Live Nation deal”
Drink Champs · Mar 27, 2026
Episode 494 w/ Ray Daniels
“Super Bowl halftime performance discussed; example of Latino artist breaking through in hip-hop-adjacent space”
Joe and Jada · Mar 26, 2026
Styles P & Sheek Louch talk LOX loyalty, NEW music & have HILARIOUS old vs. young rappers debate
“Discussed for Super Bowl halftime show production investment in Puerto Rico and cultural impact”
Joe and Jada · Mar 19, 2026
The Real Report - 50 Cent's director Eif Rivera tells WILD 'Power' & Fat Joe beef stories
“Worked with Rivera on music videos after Nicki Minaj collaboration introduced him to Latin market”
Bad Friends · Mar 16, 2026
The Filipino Fridge Stockers
“Puerto Rican reggaeton artist discussed regarding generational music taste and artist aesthetics over artistry”
Brown Bag Mornings · Mar 11, 2026
3/11/26 LA Metro’s Wild Lost & Found 🚇 + Mom Thirst Trap Drama 📱🔥 | Brown Bag Mornings
“Puerto Rican artist who turned 32 and performed new version of song in Japan; discussed as summer banger artist”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 5, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: LeBron ENJOYS Playing Game 7’s on ROAD + Jeremy Lin & Kobe Didn’t SPEAK for 5 MONTHS + Gil Areanas PRASIS Iso Joe + Pats RELEASE Stefon Diggs + Chiefs TRADE Trent McDuffie + Cardinals RELEASE Kyler Muarray
“Referenced for 4.1B Super Bowl halftime show views; discussed as benchmark for halftime performance”
Mojo In The Morning · Mar 4, 2026
Dirty 4: Two Nancy Guthrie Reporters are Having an Affair
“Artist whose Super Bowl halftime show achieved record viewership numbers”
Handsome · Mar 3, 2026
Sara Bareilles asks about ripe bananas
“Musician discussed for Super Bowl performance and dancing ability”
Masters of Scale · Feb 26, 2026
Hailey Bieber, AI and fast launches: how e.l.f. Beauty is winning
“Performed at Super Bowl halftime; cultural moment that inspired e.l.f.'s Super Bowl ad campaign”
Brief Recess: A Legal Podcast with Michael Foote & Mélissa Malebranche · Feb 19, 2026
Diva! Conspiracy Girlies! (w. Karen Kilgariff + Martha Kelly)
“Performer of Super Bowl halftime show that became viral sensation on social media”
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang · Feb 18, 2026
"Gushy" (w/ Matt & Bowen)
“Performed Super Bowl halftime show, praised for messaging of joy, love, and togetherness”
Economist Podcasts · Feb 18, 2026
The Robin Hood state: taxes are getting more progressive
“Spanish-speaking artist winning Grammys and performing at Super Bowl”
Permission To Speak Freely · Feb 17, 2026
Episode 179 | "Cleared"
“Performed Super Bowl halftime show with 135M viewers; production designed for TV viewership rather than stadium experience”
America First with Nicholas J. Fuentes Repost · Feb 17, 2026
MIDTERM DESTRUCTION??? Why The GOP Is FINISHED After 2026 Midterms | America First Ep. 1641
“Musician referenced as part of Hollywood's anti-ICE messaging at awards shows”
Pivot · Feb 17, 2026
Jane Fonda on How to Turn Rage Into Hope: On with Kara Swisher
“Musician whose Super Bowl halftime performance was praised for subtle but effective political messaging”
Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers · Feb 17, 2026
RORY SCOVEL Did Mushrooms in the Grand Canyon
“Performer of Super Bowl halftime show that hosts and guests watched and discussed”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Feb 16, 2026
Christian Pastors Debate Bad Bunny Half Time Show!? | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Puerto Rican artist who performed Super Bowl LVIII halftime show; subject of discussion regarding cultural representation and Christian values”
Pod Save America · Feb 15, 2026
1121: How To Survive a Dictatorship (feat. Wagner Moura)
“Puerto Rican artist whose Super Bowl performance celebrated Latin culture amid political tensions”
Legion of Skanks Podcast · Feb 13, 2026
Mike Cannon & Brendan Sagalow - Devil's Foot - Episode 925
“Performed at Super Bowl halftime show; compared favorably to Kid Rock's performance”
Giggly Squad · Feb 13, 2026
Giggling about road rage, screenshots, and brooches
“Musician who performed at Super Bowl halftime show alongside Shakira”
The Daily Beans · Feb 13, 2026
Crabs In A Bucket (feat. John Fugelsang)
“Puerto Rican performer whose Super Bowl halftime show achieved record ratings despite MAGA backlash”
Brooke and Connor Make A Podcast · Feb 12, 2026
Shake Your Caboose
“Performed Super Bowl LVIII halftime show; hosts found performance transcended language barriers and was emotionally moving”
The View: Behind the Table · Feb 12, 2026
Ana Navarro: Bad Bunny Was The Hug The Latino Community Needed
“Puerto Rican artist whose Super Bowl halftime show became cultural moment for Latino community amid political hostility”
The Rubin Report · Feb 12, 2026
What Minneapolis Cops Are Saying That News Ignores | Michele Tafoya
“Artist who performed Super Bowl halftime show entirely in Spanish”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 12, 2026
Hour 2: Too Many Dogs (feat. Jessica Smetana)
“Musical artist who performed Super Bowl halftime show; discussed for costume choices and fashion presentation”
The Read · Feb 12, 2026
The Tale of The Bridesmaid and The Rodent
“Performed critically acclaimed Super Bowl halftime show with cultural authenticity and elaborate choreography”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 12, 2026
Hour 1: Jai Alaights (feat. Ian Lara)
“Puerto Rican artist whose Super Bowl halftime performance sparked discussion about Latino representation in mainstream media”
Stugotz and Company · Feb 12, 2026
Encore: GBF- Bad Bunny's Dressing Room (w/ Simms)
“Musical artist performing Super Bowl halftime show whom Sims met in dressing room before performance”
Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge · Feb 12, 2026
Gotta Love A Dad Bod (Southern Charm Recap)
“Musician whose Super Bowl halftime performance was criticized by Jill Zarin in now-deleted Instagram video”
Coffee Convos with Kail Lowry and Lindsie Chrisley · Feb 12, 2026
Parenting Backbone, Being Medicated & The Halftime Show
“Puerto Rican artist who performed Super Bowl halftime show; subject of cultural bias and racist outrage discussion”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Feb 12, 2026
Bad Bunny Super Bowl Spectacle Was a ‘Crutch for the Lack of Talent,’ Says Victor Davis Hanson
“Puerto Rican reggaeton artist featured in Super Bowl halftime show; primary subject of cultural criticism”
The Fighter & The Kid · Feb 12, 2026
What Are They Distracting Us From Right Now? | TFATK Ep. 1164
“Puerto Rican performer whose Spanish-language Super Bowl halftime show sparked cultural debate”
Stay Tuned with Preet · Feb 12, 2026
Has Trump Peaked? (with Douglas Brinkley)
“Puerto Rican artist whose Super Bowl performance became flashpoint for cultural and political division”
The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Robert Kelly · Feb 12, 2026
Mob Adjacent with Jeff & Monica
“Musician discussed in context of Super Bowl halftime show performance and entertainment value”
Morbid · Feb 12, 2026
Dennis Nilsen: The Kindly Killer (Part 3)
“Performer in Super Bowl halftime show discussed in episode opening segment”
Hysteria · Feb 12, 2026
Pam Bondi’s Rough Morning w. Sami Sage
“Performed Super Bowl halftime show with Puerto Rican cultural messaging; endorsed Harris; conservative backlash”
Extra Dirty with Hallie Batchelder · Feb 12, 2026
Yelling at men & the return of my hacker *solo!*
“Performed at Super Bowl LIX halftime show; Hallie praised his performance and attractiveness despite finding the game boring”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 12, 2026
C&R - Wedding Ring, Or Super Bowl Ring?
“Super Bowl halftime performer who wore 1964 jersey honoring deceased uncle; revealed San Francisco 49ers fandom”
Timcast IRL · Feb 12, 2026
THEY FINALLY DID IT, Voter ID PASSES, Democrats LIVID w/ Jack Posobiec
“Artist who performed NFL Super Bowl halftime show; discussed political messaging and market expansion strategy”
The DSR Network · Feb 12, 2026
Need to Know: It Sucks to be MAGA
“Super Bowl performer whose implicit criticism of administration resonated with public sentiment”
The Michael Knowles Show · Feb 12, 2026
Friendly Fire: Bad Bunny. Bad Culture.
“Puerto Rican musician who performed Super Bowl halftime show entirely in Spanish with controversial messaging”
The Andrew Klavan Show · Feb 12, 2026
Friendly Fire: Bad Bunny. Bad Culture.
“Puerto Rican musician who performed Super Bowl halftime show entirely in Spanish with controversial patriotic messaging”
The Matt Walsh Show · Feb 12, 2026
Friendly Fire: Bad Bunny. Bad Culture.
“Puerto Rican musician who performed Super Bowl halftime show in Spanish, sparking conservative backlash and debate”
The Woody Show · Feb 11, 2026
FULL SHOW POD: The Woody Show February 11th 2026 Podcast
“Performed Super Bowl LX halftime show drawing 128 million viewers, fourth most-watched halftime show”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Feb 11, 2026
Ep 1302 | My Honest Thoughts on Kid Rock & Turning Point’s Halftime Show
“Puerto Rican rapper/singer selected for Super Bowl halftime show; criticized for anti-American statements and explicit performance content”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Feb 11, 2026
34.) Investigations Into Bad Bunny, Flights Grounded In El Paso, + Old Studio V. New Studio (2/11/26)
“Performed Super Bowl halftime show in Spanish, sparking political backlash and investigations into lyrics”
The Toast · Feb 11, 2026
The Good Gals of Turtlandia: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
“Performed Super Bowl halftime show with Lady Gaga; subject of Jill Zarin's controversial critique”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 11, 2026
The Big Suey: The Backslide (feat. Nick Wright)
“Performer of Super Bowl LVIII halftime show; subject of cultural and political commentary discussion”
Almost Athletes with Dude Perfect · Feb 11, 2026
Eli Manning on Super Bowl Wins, Favorite Sports Movies, Peyton Manning's Dancing & Texting
“Super Bowl halftime performer; rated as MVP of Super Bowl by hosts for performance quality”