148: I'M THE MAGAZINE LIBRARIAN

**Episode Overview & Key Topics** In this episode of the podcast, Kacey returns from a brief hiatus to showcase his extensive collection of pop culture magazines, share recent live event experiences, and review a variety of updates across music, film, television, and pop culture. 1\. Magazine Collecting & Personal Organization - **The "Pop Culture Librarian":** Kacey describes his passion for collecting physical magazines, explaining how he carefully sorts them by celebrity (e.g., Kim Kardashian, Taylor Swift, Kylie Jenner, Katy Perry, Margot Robbie, Florence Pugh) and publication title (*Vogue*, *British Vogue*, *Interview*, *Paper*, *Vanity Fair*). - **Collection Highlights & Favorites:** - **Studio Updates & Daily Habits:** Shares updates on setting up his studio setup (including connecting a Sony camera for podcasting), notes his habit of manifesting goals in the shower, and mentions clearing space after documenting his collection. <!--THE END--> - **Doja Cat:** Reviews a high-energy, 2.5-hour Doja Cat performance, praising her stamina, minimal breaks, and live vocal ability. - **Concert Comparisons & Festival Streaming:** Discusses live event experiences, comparing the energy of attending in person versus watching festival livestreams like Sabrina Carpenter’s Coachella set. - **Book Signings & Local Events:** Notes attending a local book signing with Heather Gay (*Real Housewives of Salt Lake City*) to pick up her new novel, continuing a tradition with friends. <!--THE END--> - **Kardashian Business Updates & AI Backlash:** Analyzes the backlash surrounding the use of AI visuals in the intro for *The Kardashians* and discusses the retail expansion of Kim Kardashian's energy drink brand, Update, and Skims storefront locations. - **Crumbl Cookies Analysis:** Discusses corporate layoffs, franchise location closures, and market saturation challenges facing the Utah-based cookie company Crumbl. - **Celebrity News & Retail Interactions:** Recounts a viral story involving Kelly Clarkson being mistreated in a Brooklyn store, comparing it to classic pop culture tropes like *Pretty Woman* and sharing personal stories from past retail work. <!--THE END--> - **Music Announcements:** Highlights upcoming releases, including Slayyyter’s album *Worst Man in America*, Tate McRae’s single "Housewife," and Taylor Swift’s ongoing chart records. - **Film Reviews & Industry News:** - **Television & Streaming:** 2\. Live Events & Concert Reviews3. Business Ventures, Retail & Pop Culture News4. Entertainment Updates: Music, Movies & Television