Be There in Five

Kate Kennedy is the kind of host who can spend two hours analyzing the cultural impact of AIM away messages and make every second of it compelling. Be There in Five is a long-form, mostly solo podcast where Kate applies a genuinely analytical brain to pop culture, millennial nostalgia, influencer drama, and celebrity culture. At 348 episodes and counting, the show has become a benchmark for thoughtful pop culture commentary. The episodes are long -- often 90 minutes or more -- and Kate does not rush. She builds arguments, connects cultural dots, and frequently ties seemingly lightweight topics back to bigger ideas about gender, consumerism, and growing up in the late 90s and 2000s. A typical episode might dissect a specific Bravo franchise, examine why a particular internet trend resonates, or revisit a piece of early-2000s media through a more critical lens. With a 4.9 rating from over 7,100 reviews, this is one of the highest-rated podcasts in its space. Kate also offers bonus content through a paid subscription for listeners who want even more. The show is best suited for people who like their pop culture served with substance -- if you have ever wanted someone to articulate exactly why a specific childhood memory or internet moment mattered more than it seemed to, Kate has probably already done it. It rewards patience and attention in a way most pop culture shows do not.