The latest episode of Good Hang with Amy Poehler featuring Ariana Grande is becoming one of the show’s biggest yet.
The episode, released on 18 November, features the global superstar who has quickly become a major moment for the podcast, delivering more than two hundred thousand plays within its first twenty-four hours on Spotify.
This early performance marks one of the biggest day one figures in the show’s history and shows how strongly listeners have connected with the conversation.
The episode places Ariana at the centre of an open and funny discussion that touches on creativity, long running friendships, and her widely anticipated return to musical theatre.
This has arrived at the perfect moment for fans who are closely following the excitement around the Wicked premiere this year and who have been keen to hear directly from one of the film’s leads.
Ariana reflects on working alongside Cynthia Erivo, sharing her admiration for the partnership they have formed through the production.
The episode also includes Amy relaying a question from Bowen Yang, asking Ariana how she views the trajectory of her own career and whether she sees a unifying theme in the choices she has made.
Good Hang has been building a strong reputation as a destination for comedy and pop culture followers who want smart and entertaining conversations with familiar voices.
This latest episode continues that pattern and has helped drive interest around Wicked on Spotify, with listeners moving from the interview into related audio across the platform.
Daily streams of the Wicked audiobook have risen by more than seventy five percent in the United States and internationally following the episode’s release.
The growth reflects how Ariana’s appearance has encouraged audiences to explore not only the film but also the wider world surrounding it, including the official Wicked podcast and other cast features on the service.
With the theatrical release approaching, the momentum from the Good Hang episode has positioned the podcast as an essential stop for fans looking to deepen their understanding of the production and the stars involved.
