Sam Smith joins us for a raw and revealing conversation. Discover the surprising revelation about their journey from a young, talented singer to a global pop sensation. Sam talks about overcoming stage fright, the inspiring moments of writing their hit songs, and the unique way they find peace in New York City. Plus, get a sneak peek into Sam's intimate Brooklyn residency and learn why this next album might be their best work yet. 

 

For a limited time, you can try Pretty Tasty for free -  just go to prettytasty.com, pick your flavor, and use code PODCRUSHED. 

 

Take the guesswork out of your dog's well-being. Go to ollie.com/podcrushed and use code podcrushed to get 60% off your first box!

 

00:00 Intro

04:53 Sam Smith’s Childhood and Early Influences

06:28 Navigating School as a Queer Kid

09:52 The Power of Music and Female Voices

20:41 Struggles with Weight and Self-Acceptance

26:27 First Experiences with Love and Heartbreak

31:30 Embarrassing Moments and Overcoming Stage Fright

34:21 Pursuing a Career in Music

36:22 Early Career and Record Deal Challenges

37:11 Deciding Between Musical Theater and Pop Stardom

37:58 Musical Influences and Recording Experiences

40:04 Family Influence and Early Performances

42:04 Themes of Love and Safety in Music

46:18 Personal Growth and Mental Health

47:34 Creating Authentic Music and Overcoming Challenges

49:40 New York Life and Relationship

54:27 The Importance of Water and Flow in Life

59:27 Reflecting on Career and Future Projects

01:07:55 Intimate Performances and New Music

01:12:07 Final Thoughts and Advice to Younger Self

 

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Sam Smith joins us for a raw and revealing conversation. Discover the surprising revelation about their journey from a young, talented singer to a global pop sensation. Sam talks about overcoming stage fright, the inspiring moments of writing their hit songs, and the unique way they find peace in New York City. Plus, get a sneak peek into Sam's intimate Brooklyn residency and learn why this next album might be their best work yet.&nbsp;
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For a limited time, you can try Pretty Tasty for free -&nbsp; just go to <a href="http://prettytasty.com">prettytasty.com</a>, pick your flavor, and use code PODCRUSHED.&nbsp;
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Take the guesswork out of your dog's well-being. Go to <a href="http://ollie.com/podcrushed">ollie.com/podcrushed</a> and use code podcrushed to get 60% off your first box!
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00:00 Intro
04:53 Sam Smith&rsquo;s Childhood and Early Influences
06:28 Navigating School as a Queer Kid
09:52 The Power of Music and Female Voices
20:41 Struggles with Weight and Self-Acceptance
26:27 First Experiences with Love and Heartbreak
31:30 Embarrassing Moments and Overcoming Stage Fright
34:21 Pursuing a Career in Music
36:22 Early Career and Record Deal Challenges
37:11 Deciding Between Musical Theater and Pop Stardom
37:58 Musical Influences and Recording Experiences
40:04 Family Influence and Early Performances
42:04 Themes of Love and Safety in Music
46:18 Personal Growth and Mental Health
47:34 Creating Authentic Music and Overcoming Challenges
49:40 New York Life and Relationship
54:27 The Importance of Water and Flow in Life
59:27 Reflecting on Career and Future Projects
01:07:55 Intimate Performances and New Music
01:12:07 Final Thoughts and Advice to Younger Self
&nbsp;
Our new book Crushmore is out now! Go go go!&nbsp;<a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993">https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;
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Podcrushed — the podcast where Penn Badgley reads your middle school story -- explores the heartbreak, anxiety and self-discovery of being a teenager. Hosts Penn Badgley, Nava Kavelin, and Sophie Ansari bring you stories and conversations about middle school - from childhood crushes, to battles with body hair, to schoolyard scuffles. The results are sometimes awkward, sometimes heartwarming, and always relatable.

Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media https://lemonadamedia.com/

Podcrushed — the podcast where Penn Badgley reads your middle school story -- explores the heartbreak, anxiety and self-discovery of being a teenager. Hosts Penn Badgley, Nava Kavelin, and Sophie Ansari bring you stories and conversations about middle school - from childhood crushes, to battles with body hair, to schoolyard scuffles. The results are sometimes awkward, sometimes heartwarming, and always relatable.
Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media <a href="https://lemonadamedia.com/" data-stringify-link="https://lemonadamedia.com/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" aria-describedby="sk-tooltip-5842">https://lemonadamedia.com/</a>

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