Madison E. Goldberg🇵🇷🪬
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📍Los Angeles•she/her/ella•Digital News for PEOPLE Magazine and other words in Billboard, The Boston Globe, What’s Trending and more•✉️madisonevegoldberg@gmail.com• https://linktr.ee/madisonevegoldberg
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Billy Joel Reveals He’s a Big Fan of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'
Billy Joel reveals he's a big fan of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' after the five-time Grammy winner, 76, was name-dropped during season 3, episode 5, of the hit Prime Video Show, during which Belly Co...
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August 10, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Bringing the people the news they need
Wrote about why Superman is totally punk
Kindness Was Always Punk Rock
So, here’s the breakdown – Superman is saving squirrels and embracing pop-punk
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July 29, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Wrote about why Superman is totally punk
Hi Bluesky here are my favorite songs from last month
June’s Best New Tunes
So, here’s the breakdown – June was a mixed bag of new music
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July 11, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Hi Bluesky here are my favorite songs from last month
A major update in how BU is handling Alex Cooper’s allegations against her former soccer coach:
Boston University to Undergo 'External Review' of Athletic Department Policies After Alex Cooper's Harassment Allegations
Boston University will conduct an 'external review' of its athletics department following a slew of allegations of harassment against former women's soccer coaches — including Alex Cooper's allegation...
people.com
June 28, 2025 at 6:19 PM
A major update in how BU is handling Alex Cooper’s allegations against her former soccer coach:
I am a Materialists truther
The Discourse Surrounding Materialists Is Proving the Film’s Point
So, here’s the breakdown – Celine Song’s rom-dram is not “broke boy propaganda”
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June 27, 2025 at 6:31 PM
I am a Materialists truther
Compiled all the info about this breakup heard around the world
Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s Friendship Implodes: All the Insults They Exchanged in Just 24 Hours
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's feud escalated as the pair continue to insult one another over social media. Musk, 53, slammed the Trump administration on X, his social media platform.
people.com
June 6, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Compiled all the info about this breakup heard around the world
New music picks available now!
Musings on the Music of May
So, here’s the breakdown–Miley Cyrus is back, PinkPantheress is in her producer era, and more
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June 6, 2025 at 9:21 PM
New music picks available now!
Had to cover this iconic moment
Jack Antonoff and Taylor Swift Recreate Famous Viral Behind-the-Scenes Moment From the Making of Reputation
Jack Antonoff joined Taylor Swift in celebrating her purchase of her original master recordings from Shamrock Capital by recreating the viral moment in which they made the 'Reputation' track 'Getaway ...
people.com
May 31, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Had to cover this iconic moment
A small piece of this musical mystery was solved this week
Jim Morrison Statue Found 37 Years After It Was Stolen from the Doors Singer’s Grave
French police have broken through to the other side of a cold case. Authorities uncovered a statue of Jim Morrison, the late frontman of the Doors, on Monday, May 19. The artifact had been missing sin...
people.com
May 21, 2025 at 8:07 PM
A small piece of this musical mystery was solved this week
I loved “Sinners”, and especially the music! More on the history of the blues and how the genre is the through line of the film here:
'Sinners', Vampires, and Why It’s the Perfect Time to Amplify the Unsung Heroes of the American Blues
So, here’s the breakdown – I spent the LA heatwave watching ‘Sinners’.
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May 16, 2025 at 6:20 AM
I loved “Sinners”, and especially the music! More on the history of the blues and how the genre is the through line of the film here:
Bringing people the conclave news they need
Seagulls Roosting on Vatican Roof End up With VIP Seats to Papal Conclave
The Sistine Chapel seagulls are becoming the stars of the 2025 papal conclave. The livestream of the historic event panned to a flock of seagulls perched on the roof of the Sistine Chapel, including a...
people.com
May 8, 2025 at 5:28 AM
Bringing people the conclave news they need
Had to write about the conclave
Cardinal Karaoke, Evolving Tradition, And Mourning a Pervasive Pope
So, here’s the breakdown–we need to talk about Pope Francis’ funeral and the impending conclave.
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April 29, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Had to write about the conclave
The conclave is coming…here’s what to know:
Video Shows Sealing of Papal Apartments After Pope Francis’ Death, in Moment Made Famous by Conclave
New video depicts the sealing of the papal apartments after the death of Pope Francis. The scene is all too familiar with the opening sequence of the Oscar-nominated film 'Conclave.'
people.com
April 22, 2025 at 7:31 PM
The conclave is coming…here’s what to know:
Much to think about upon rewatching Pride & Prejudice on the big screen📜🖋️
Why Pride & Prejudice’s Lizzie Bennet Will Always Stand the Test of Time
So, here’s the breakdown–I went to see Pride & Prejudice on the big screen for the 20th anniversary.
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April 22, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Much to think about upon rewatching Pride & Prejudice on the big screen📜🖋️
My newsletter is one year old! Thank you to the dear friends and readers who shared their thoughts with me for this anniversary issue🫶
What Do You Do When You’ve Reached Your Wits’ End?
So, here's the breakdown–this newsletter is one year old.
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April 15, 2025 at 9:17 PM
My newsletter is one year old! Thank you to the dear friends and readers who shared their thoughts with me for this anniversary issue🫶
Covered this iconic moment for People🎸
Benson Boone Teams Up with Queen's Brian May for Surprise Performance of 'Bohemian Rhapsody' at Coachella 2025
Benson Boone brought out legendary Queen guitarist Brian May during his first Coachella set, where he covered the band's hit 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and announced his sophomore album. The performance came...
people.com
April 12, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Covered this iconic moment for People🎸
Wrote about the upcoming Hulu show “Dying For Sex” starring Michelle Williams! Such a fun collab with Raven Brunner, who conducted some fantastic red carpet interviews.
Michelle Williams Praises Intimacy Coordinator's Respect for 'Boundaries' on 'Dying for Sex' (Exclusive)
Michelle Williams praised the work of the intimacy coordinator on the set of her new FX and Hulu show 'Dying for Sex' in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE at the series' N.Y.C. premiere.
people.com
April 3, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Wrote about the upcoming Hulu show “Dying For Sex” starring Michelle Williams! Such a fun collab with Raven Brunner, who conducted some fantastic red carpet interviews.
This month’s new music, recapped!
Musings on the Music of March
So, here’s the breakdown–the sun is shining, Selena is singing, and we are so back.
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March 31, 2025 at 8:06 PM
This month’s new music, recapped!
On this week’s installment, I analyze all things “Adolescence”
Adolescence Has Hard Conversations About Masculinity
So, here’s the breakdown–this Netflix show dives into the twisted world of the red pill community
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March 24, 2025 at 11:31 PM
On this week’s installment, I analyze all things “Adolescence”
Stay in line Substack girlies🫡
March 24, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Stay in line Substack girlies🫡
I’m excited to announce that I have accepted an offer to join PEOPLE magazine as a Digital News Writer. I am so honored to have this incredible opportunity to work alongside such a talented, hardworking, and professional team.
March 24, 2025 at 1:12 AM
I’m excited to announce that I have accepted an offer to join PEOPLE magazine as a Digital News Writer. I am so honored to have this incredible opportunity to work alongside such a talented, hardworking, and professional team.
Wrote about the Dante’s Inferno of it all in “Severance”
Severance Has Opened The Inferno
So, here’s the breakdown–my outie was shook.
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March 23, 2025 at 5:56 AM
Wrote about the Dante’s Inferno of it all in “Severance”
Seated for Severance season finale🫡
March 21, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Seated for Severance season finale🫡
I have GOT to see this soon
March 20, 2025 at 1:34 AM
I have GOT to see this soon
Happy Saint Patrick’s day! Click here for some fun movie night suggestions (and new lore about me)☘️
7 Pieces of Irish Media To Watch And Listen To This Saint Patrick’s Day
So, here’s the breakdown–the Irish are absolutely iconic.
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March 18, 2025 at 4:04 AM
Happy Saint Patrick’s day! Click here for some fun movie night suggestions (and new lore about me)☘️