Madonna is a cultural icon and one of the most accomplished artists and entertainers in history. Her illustrious career spans over four decades, and her influence on popular culture is profound, particularly in her advocacy for LGBTQ rights. Often referred to as the Queen of Pop, she is both a legend and a phenomenon, yet her journey has not been without significant backlash and scrutiny. Controversy has been a defining aspect of her career. Part 2 of the Madonna episode is here. We start from her infamous 'Sex' book and 'Erotica' album right up to the sexist controversy she attracts today simply for sticking around in her 60s. Join us as we dissect the string of controversies she has generated in the later half of her career when she had already fully established herself as a pop culture phenomenon and icon in the industry.

Madonna is a cultural icon and one of the most accomplished artists and entertainers in history. Her illustrious career spans over four decades, and her influence on popular culture is profound, particularly in her advocacy for LGBTQ rights. Often referred to as the Queen of Pop, she is both a legend and a phenomenon, yet her journey has not been without significant backlash and scrutiny. Controversy has been a defining aspect of her career.

Join us as we explore Madonna’s early controversies, beginning with her groundbreaking 'Like a Virgin' performance at the 1984 MTV Video Music Awards and continuing through her influential 1991 documentary, 'Truth or Dare,' which provided an intimate look at her 'Blonde Ambition' tour. Welcome to Part 1 of our Madonna episode.

Join us as we dissect the controversy surrounding Phillip Schofield. Once one of the most loved and respected broadcasters in Britain, Schofield's coming out in 2020 was initially met with an outpouring of love and support. However, allegations of grooming and creating a toxic workplace tarnished his once stellar reputation. We will discuss the shift in public and media perception over the last few years as well as his infamous 2023 BBC interview and his recent return to television on Channel 5's 'Cast Away'.