M.I.A. joins Popcast to talk MAGA, the Kid Cudi tour and more.

M.I.A. joins Popcast to talk MAGA, the Kid Cudi tour and more.

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June 5, 2026

Caroline Tompkins for The New York Times

POPCAST

M.I.A. on MAGA, the Kid Cudi Tour & Bipartisan Cancellation

A winding interview with the pop globalist about her legacy of art and incitement.

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THE HEADLINES

Have You Been Following the News?

Our host Tracy Mumford has some questions for you.

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LIVE EPISODE RECORDING

“Cannonball with Wesley Morris” will have a live show at the Tribeca Festival on June 12, featuring a conversation with the actress Cynthia Nixon about art and popular culture. Learn more and buy your tickets here.

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