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Something Wrong With The Podcast
Hosted by Julian Delgado · EN
A podcast where your intrusive thoughts are said out loud.Every week Julian discusses ‘something wrong with the culture’ while also being your hilarious unlicensed therapist. Wanna be a part of the show? Call 877-557-SWWP to leave a voicemail and get some advice.
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SWWP #64 - USA Eliminated, Hip-Hop Art Curation, & AI Data Centers
Yesterday00:35:15Summary readyWe finally made it through the heatwave, but Team USA couldn't make it through the Round of 16. I'm recording this immediately after the U.S.'s 4-1 loss to Belgium, breaking down what went wrong, what this tournament revealed about American soccer, and why the sport still struggles to compete with the nation's four major sports.From there, I shift to hip-hop and unpack Lil Wayne's disappointing tour before diving into a bigger conversation sparked by Jay-Z's latest exhibit. Why aren't more artists creating institutions that preserve and celebrate hip-hop culture? We need more spaces dedicated to its history. Finally, I dive into my latest obsession (and frustration): AI data centers. They are popping up in communities everywhere, even though almost nobody wants them nearby. Why are they expanding so rapidly and what can everyday people actually do about it?Tune in as I discuss all of this + more!Socials Channels: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/somethingwrongwithpod/Twitter - https://x.com/swwpodcast_https://linktr.ee/savewithjulianTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@juliannicholas11
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SWWP #63 - Untold J. Cole Story
2w ago00:29:54Summary readyHey Everyone,I'm happy to be back from NYC, home of the world champion New York Knicks. I was thrilled to return just in time for the parade this past Thursday and spent the entire day out in the streets celebrating.Over the weekend, I attended a PSG event where Bas and Ferg performed. During the event, Bas and Ib, J. Cole's manager, shared a great story about how their relationship with PSG first began. Luckily, I was recording and included the video in this episode.I also caught up with a friend who was in town for a gallery showing. Rhymelikedymez is an artist I interviewed years ago for Hot 97, and since then he's worked with artists and brands connected to Tyler, The Creator, Anderson .Paak, the Mac Miller Estate, and many more. It was great to reconnect and see his latest work.Of course, I couldn't leave out sports. I dive into some of the latest NBA trade rumors and discuss the growing excitement surrounding the World Cup!Socials Channels: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/somethingwrongwithpod/Twitter - https://x.com/swwpodcast_https://linktr.ee/savewithjulianTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@juliannicholas11
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SWWP #62 - Knicks Game 3 Loss & Mexico City
4w ago00:34:48Summary readyHey Everyone,I'm still live from Mexico City. Today I recap the game 3 Knicks loss and get into some of my trip in Mexico City. Socials Channels: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/somethingwrongwithpod/Twitter - https://x.com/swwpodcast_https://linktr.ee/savewithjulianTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@juliannicholas11
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SWWP #61 - Jay-Z Roots Picnic Freestyle Reaction
Jun 200:32:49Summary readyReporting live from Mexico City, I'm back on my solo travel grind, soaking up culture and exploring the city. But even after leaving the country, I couldn't escape the shockwaves Jay-Z sent through hip-hop this past weekend at Roots Picnic.I break down the lyrics, subliminals, and disses throughout his performance, then dive into whether this moment is ultimately good for hip-hop and what it means in the context of J. Cole's decision to step away from the beef years ago.From there, I pivot to a couple of films I recently caught in theaters. If you're a cinephile, or even just a casual moviegoer, you've probably heard the buzz around 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms'. I give my thoughts on both and discuss why they're generating so much conversation.I also spend some time talking about my NBA Finals-bound Knicks. Tune in for all of this and more!Socials Channels: Instagram - / somethingwrongwithpod Twitter - https://x.com/swwpodcast_https://linktr.ee/savewithjulianTikTok - / juliannicholas11
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SWWP #60 - Was Iceman A Success?
May 2600:23:24Summary readyI break down the week following Iceman. Did Drake accomplish what he set out for?
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SWWP #59 - ICEMAN Review, Drake's Return
May 1900:48:50Summary readyMy review of Iceman 🧊
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SWWP #58 - ICEMAN & The End of Spontaneity
Apr 2800:33:23Summary readyWelcome back to a solo episode.Today, I return to music and break down Drake’s rollout for his upcoming album Iceman. I get into the strategy behind the campaign and what this moment means as he steps back into the spotlight as a solo artist for the first time in over two and a half years.From there, I offer predictions on the album and unpacking my frustrations with the increasingly toxic fan culture in rap.That conversation opens the door to a broader idea: the death of spontaneity and the disappearance of true “third spaces,” especially in cities. I explore how optionality has been replaced by “line culture” and where algorithms funnel everyone to the same places, aesthetics outweigh substance, and experiences are optimized for documentation rather than actually being lived. Socials Channels: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/somethingwrongwithpod/Twitter - https://x.com/swwpodcast_https://linktr.ee/savewithjulianTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@juliannicholas11
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SWWP #57 - Wendell Cole On His New Paint Series, Race & Politics
Apr 2101:00:06Summary readyToday I’m joined by Wendell Cole. He's a Brooklyn-born, self-taught, multi-disciplinary artist based in New York. His work dives into the Black diaspora, cultural identity, and the politics that shape how we’re seen and how we see ourselves.We start by unpacking his journey as an artist and how his style has evolved over time. But midway through, the conversation takes an unexpected turn. It become an honest therapy session for both of us.Through the lens of his new six-piece series, “What Does The American Flag Mean To You?”, we explore what it really means to feel like an outsider in your own country, how that tension shapes identity, influences decisions, and impacts perception.Tune in for a powerful conversation on art, identity, and everything in between.Socials Channels: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/somethingwrongwithpod/Twitter - https://x.com/swwpodcast_https://linktr.ee/savewithjulianTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@juliannicholas11
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SWWP #56 - Photographer Colin Lane On Capturing The Strokes
Apr 1400:40:10Summary readyWe’re in the middle of Coachella, so I brought on legendary photographer Colin Lane, best known for capturing the cover of 'Is This It' by The Strokes.We get into how Julian Casablancas first discovered that iconic image, and how a photoshoot gone wrong unexpectedly turned into a long-term relationship that took Colin across Europe with the band and even into their weddings.He also shares stories from working with Diddy, Pharrell, and Lenny Kravitz on a Bad Boys II music video shoot, plus what the early 2000s in NYC really felt like at the center of it all.We also get into what bands you should be paying attention to right now. Tune in as we discuss all of this + more!Socials Channels: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/somethingwrongwithpod/Twitter - https://x.com/swwpodcast_https://linktr.ee/savewithjulianTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@juliannicholas11
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SWWP #55 - Shaping South Africa's Music Scene (feat. Vaughn Thiel)
Apr 701:13:29Summary readyToday I’m joined by my friend Vaughn, who I met in his home country of South Africa while traveling with Bas. He’s a label head and creative who’s helped shape the sound of South Africa’s music scene from signing artists, curating festivals, and building culture from the ground up.On his first trip to New York, Vaughn takes us through his upbringing in SA and the experiences that shaped his path in music. We revisit our time in the 'bush' and how moments like that create real, lasting bonds.He shares how a mix of early success, timing, and luck led to touring with Bas across South Africa and Europe and how mentorship and collaboration have since become central to how he works.We also get into the common mistakes international artists make when breaking into the U.S., when and why you have to be the “bad guy,” the importance of music education, and the sounds coming out of South Africa that American audiences should be paying attention to. Tune in for all of this + more!Socials Channels: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/somethingwrongwithpod/Twitter - https://x.com/swwpodcast_https://linktr.ee/savewithjulianTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@juliannicholas11
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