TIME Magazine once said, “there are few figures more closely associated with religion in pop culture than Madonna.” And looking at her catalog, it’s hard to disagree. From cheeky double entendres on “Like A Prayer,” to explorations of alternative philosophies on Ray of Light, spiritual practice has always been a core aspect of Madonna’s work. And as she dips ... Show More
Jun 27
How Americana helped mainstream country find its soul
As we've been examining over the course of Country Week, country music has found a larger audience, in part by widening its sonic palette. For the final episode of this series, we take a look at a genre on the outskirts of country – Americana music – and how it's being used to co ... Show More
35m 22s
Sep 2024
Madonna attends NYFW 2024
This Week In Ciccone we discuss Madonna as she attended New York Fashion Week, have a great discussion about which Madonna VMA performances we think are the most iconic, plus we launch a new segment titled "Songs We Wish Madonna Would Have Done."
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1h 15m
Jul 2024
Madonna Summer Movie Series: EVITA
MLVC's Madonna Summer Movie Series continues with the pinnacle of Madonna's movie career - the 1996 musical EVITA! We discuss everything from performances, costuming, hairstyles/wigs, our favorite songs off the soundtrack and more! Time for your rainbow high...
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1h 7m
Aug 2024
Madonna Summer Movie Series: The Next Best Thing
MLVC's Madonna Summer Movie Series wraps up for 2024 with the 2000 film "The Next Best Thing" starring Madonna, Rupert Everett and Benjamin Bratt! We discuss the story, the lighting, the outfits, the accent and of course the soundtrack. WINDOW!!!
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1h 19m
May 2024
Madonna And The MTV Moment (Pt 1)
In 1984, a relatively unknown 26-year old Madonna appeared at the first MTV Video Music Awards. Dressed like a rock and roll bride, Madonna sang “Like a Virgin.” The performance was considered so risque, so scandalous that many – including her own manager – predicted it would end ... Show More
47m 39s
Nov 2024
Madonna's Like A Virgin 40th Anniversary
MLVC celebrates the 40th anniversary of the release of Madonna's iconic 1984 album, Like A Virgin! We discuss every song, the music videos, the tour and the fashion! Come travel back to the 80s as we deep dive on this classic era from the Material Girl.
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1h 11m