When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast (Kelsey and Mary )
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| 01 Jan 2023 | The Pop Genius of Max Martin | 00:48:44 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! What do Backstreet Boys, Celine Dion, Adele, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry and Britney Spears all have in common? They’ve all collaborated with pop genius, songwriter, and producer, Max Martin - the "music man" of Y2K. Mary and Kelsey discuss Max Martin’s rise to fame from his breakout onto the pop music scene to the dozens of #1 hits he’s created since...some which may surprise you! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 01 Jan 2023 | Welcome to When They Popped | 00:01:10 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Throw on your AIM away message and throw it back with hosts Kelsey and Mary as they discuss the biggest celebrities, trends, music and mania of the late 90s and early 2000’s. This is your nostalgia, now, pop culture podcast. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 01 Jan 2023 | The Lou of it All: The Lou Pearlman Story | 00:36:55 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Kelsey and Mary dive into the story of boy-band-mogul-turned-convicted-Ponzi-scheme-operator Lou Pearlman, who was the creator and manager of the Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, O-Town, Aaron Carter and more influential pop groups in the late 90’s and early 00’s. The girls discuss Pearlman's tainted legacy and the eye-popping scam that led to his demise. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 01 Jan 2023 | One Hit Wonders of Y2K | 00:51:21 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Get your body glitter and butterfly clips ready because hosts Mary and Kelsey are sharing their top bops from the early aughts, fun facts behind the music, and an update on where your favorite one-hit wonders from Y2K are now. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 09 Jan 2023 | Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica | 00:50:27 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Kelsey and Mary discuss the show that changed reality TV and catapulted Nick and Jessica into a new stratosphere of fame. The girls share their favorite moments from the series, discuss what went down after the show ended, and investigate a juicy excerpt from Jessica's new short story that sent the girls into an absolute tailspin - the tea is piping hot! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 16 Jan 2023 | That's Hot: The Simple Life | 00:49:28 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! If your SANASAAA senses are tingling, this episode is for you! Kelsey and Mary dive into all things The Simple Life: Chops, Tinkerbell, Nicole and Paris' infamous feud, what was real vs. fake, and our favorite moments from the iconic show's five season run. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 23 Jan 2023 | Now That's What I Call Music 4! | 00:43:30 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Kelsey and Mary discuss the record breaking NOW franchise and throw it back to 2000 with a listening party and close examination of NOW 4. The girls break down the history of the world’s most successful compilation franchise (that is *still* cranking out CDs today!!) and share a nostalgic blast from the past with some tidbits about the hottest tracks of the year. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 30 Jan 2023 | Juicy Details on Juicy Couture | 00:44:14 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode Kelsey and Mary dive into the juicy details behind the iconic candy-colored tracksuits that shaped a generation. We’re retelling the origin story of Juicy Couture, the women behind the brand, and the trailblazing celebrity-fueled marketing strategy that made it pop. But first, the gals will fill you in on Y2K news for You2Know including their revelations from the latest Frosted Tips episode featuring the Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean, a 90s Con update, Paris Hilton welcoming her baby boy, and the latest Britney insta drama. Already up to date on your Y2K news? Skip to 12:15 to jump right into the episode. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 06 Feb 2023 | Iconic Y2K Super Bowl Moments | 00:57:28 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Kelsey and Mary go full Sporty Spice and recall the most iconic Super Bowl moments with their favorite Y2K stars. They take us back to halftime performances by *NSYNC, Britney Spears, Destiny’s Child, and more, the Backstreet Boys’ national anthem rendition (and why Kels and Mar are still salty about it two decades later) plus their favorite commercial with the holy trinity of Y2K pop queens, Britney, Beyoncé, and Pink. They also dive into the biggest controversy in halftime history: Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake’s “wardrobe malfunction” that tainted the rest of Jackson’s career. As always, our hosts *kick off* with ~Y2K news for Y2K (You2Know)~ and dish on Jessica Simpson’s new short story about a mystery A-list suitor. Skip to 3:00 to jump right into the episode. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 13 Feb 2023 | Couples of Y2K | 01:12:09 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Kelsey and Mary are feeling the love this Valentine’s Day and throwing it back to some of their favorite iconic couples of Y2K. The girls dish on Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams’ tumultuous behind-the-scenes relationship during filming of “The Notebook” that evolved into a real-life love story offscreen, and the IRL love connection between The OC’s Seth Cohen and Summer Roberts played by Adam Brody and Rachel Bilson. It wouldn't be a deep dive without talking in-depth about Britney and Justin’s much-publicized relationship and the fallout following their break up. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 20 Feb 2023 | Disney Channel Original Movies | 01:02:30 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! This week Kelsey and Mary discuss the classic Y2K Disney Channel Original Movies that made their hearts go boom boom. From the iconic musical stylings of Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century to the futuristic tech of Smart House and Pixel Perfect and the based-on-true-story sports hit Double Teamed, Kelsey and Mary make their case for why these movies are worthy of a retroactive Oscar and an update on where the stars are now. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | TRL Top Videos of 2000, Part 1 | 00:57:31 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! This week Mary and Kelsey recall the glory days of MTV’s hit music video countdown show, Total Request Live, and dissect the top videos from the year 2000. There are too many gems to squeeze into one episode, so buckle up for a two-part trip back to the beginning of the new millennium featuring Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, Britney Spears and Hanson. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | TRL Top Videos of 2000, Part 2 | 00:50:42 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Kelsey and Mary continue their dissertation on the top TRL videos of the year 2000. Buckle up buttercups because this episode will take you from the depths of the sea with Ricky Martin’s “She Bangs” underwater nightclub all the way to Mars with Britney’s “Oops I Did It Again” plus other iconic videos from Christina Aguilera, JLo, Eminem and more. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 13 Mar 2023 | Amanda Bynes | 00:56:27 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! From All That to the Amanda Show to She’s The Man, Amanda Bynes was the *it* girl of comedy in the late 90s to the mid-00s. In this episode, Kelsey and Mary take a look back at Amanda’s incredible career and the indelible mark she left on pop culture, and remember their favorite moments from her multiple television series and blockbuster movies - dancing lobsters included. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 20 Mar 2023 | 90s Con Hartford 2023 Recap | 00:36:20 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Kelsey and Mary recap their weekend at 90s Con aka their ~podcasters retreat~ and discuss their favorite moments, insights from panels including *NSYNC, 98 Degrees, and All That cast members, plus other important matters like inflatable furniture, friendship bracelets, and the sanctity of slime. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 27 Mar 2023 | Groovin’ with Darrin Henson | 00:59:17 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! If you spent hours in your basement learning the music video dance routines to *NSYNC’s Bye Bye Bye or Britney’s (You Drive Me) Crazy, this one’s for you. Mary and Kelsey are catching up with famed dancer, choreographer, actor, writer, and *all-around icon* Darrin Henson. Darrin recalls when he popped and his journey to dance alongside and create choreography routines for the biggest stars of our time like Britney Spears, NSYNC, Michael Jackson, Prince, The Spice Girls, JLo, Deborah Cox, and many more. Darrin also shares some of his favorite star-studded moments, the story behind “Darrin’s Dance Grooves,” and what fans can expect from his upcoming documentary, “Darrin’s Dance Grooves: The Untold Darrin Henson Story,” streaming on ALLBLK starting April 20, 2023. Follow Darrin at @iamdarrindhenson Skip to interview at: 4:50 *This interview has been edited for length and clarity* Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 03 Apr 2023 | The Boys Before Backstreet (BSB Part 1) | 01:01:17 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Thirty (30!! Three-zero! 3 X 10!) years ago in April of 1993, Howie Dorough, Nick Carter, AJ McLean, Kevin Richardson, and Brian Littrell came together to form the best-selling boy band of all time: Backstreet Boys. Since then, Backstreet Boys have sold over 100 million records worldwide, making them the best-selling boy band of all time, and one of the world's best-selling music artists. In this three-part Backstreet Boys series, Mary and Kelsey are retelling the incredible story of when they popped, chronicling their rise to fame and their impact on pop culture. Part 1 examines the boys’ backgrounds, their upbringings, and their first years as a music group just before their big break. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 10 Apr 2023 | When Backstreet Boys Popped (BSB Part 2) | 01:05:08 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! You may think you know the story of the Backstreet Boys, but we’re willing to bet you will learn something new in this mini series in celebration of BSB’s 30th anniversary. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey throw it back to 1996 when the Backstreet Boys were just on the precipice of breaking into the scene, all the way up to 2001 when they popped off and became household names. They’re covering a lot of ground - BSB’s first U.S. album, Backstreet’s Back, the all-out BSB pandaemonium that ensued, the release of MIllennium and equally successful follow up album, Black & Blue, so buckle up! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 17 Apr 2023 | Backstreet Boys Post-Black & Blue to Now (BSB Part 3) | 01:07:41 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In the final episode of their three-part Backstreet Boys series, Mary and Kelsey discuss the post-Black & Blue era to present day. From Never Gone to DNA, they recount the most iconic and memorable moments in between including AJ’s emotional Oprah interview surprise, Kevin’s departure from the group (and eventual reunion), NKOTBSB, the years-long DNA world tour, and their long-awaited Christmas album. Kelsey and Mary also share some of their favorite tour memories and catch up with fellow BSB fan Shey Thauvette (@sheyBSB) to get her reflections on Backstreet Boys’ first 30 years, and her predictions for what’s next. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 24 Apr 2023 | Parasocial Relationships and The Making of a Stan | 00:46:52 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Fellow fangirls, this episode is for you. This week Kelsey and Mary dive into parasocial relationships, aka one-sided relationships, usually between an individual and a celebrity or influencer. They are pop culture enthusiasts, not psychologists, so they chatted with Dr. Sally Theran, Associate Professor of Psychology at Wellesley College in Massachusetts and a licensed clinical psychologist to learn more about the phenomenon of parasocial relationships: what are they, what causes them, and are some of us predisposed to them? Tune in to find out! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 01 May 2023 | Britney Spears' Oops!...I Did It Again Turns 23 ft. Troy McEady | 00:55:45 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Oops!... I Did It Again, the second studio album from Britney Spears, celebrates its 23rd anniversary this May. Kelsey and Mary celebrate this very special anniversary with an equally special guest: Troy McEady of Dunzo and Beyond The Blinds podcasts and all-around Britney enthusiast. Kelsey puts Troy and Mary’s knowledge of the album to the test and *maybe* raises their blood pressure with an impassioned game of Eff, Marry, Kill. Throughout, they dish on behind-the-scenes stories and little-known facts from the iconic Oops era. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 08 May 2023 | Criminally Underrated Musicians of Y2K | 01:01:02 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey give the y2k stars they believe to be ~criminally underrated~ their flowers. They discuss pop princesses from the early aughts whose songs you definitely jammed out to in the car but you may have forgotten about since- like Stacie Orrico, Aly & AJ, and identical twin sisters pop duo The Veronicas. Mary and Kelsey share why they believe these stars deserve more credit for their contributions to 2000s pop culture and give an update on where they are now. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 15 May 2023 | Destiny’s Child | 01:08:30 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! The story of Destiny’s Child has more twists and turns than a season of Real Housewives. Join Mary and Kelsey as they retell how one of the best-selling girl groups of all time popped, their trials and tribulations along the way, and facts behind the group that inspired a generation. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 29 May 2023 | Hilary Duff, Y2K’s Girl Next Door | 01:06:51 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey break down their all-time favorite Hilary Duff moments including their top Lizzie McGuire episodes, Metamorphosis, *THAT* dance on The Today Show, and the inexplicable orange peel and rollerblades photoshoot. Get your capri pants and platform flip flops on because this episode will take you right back to 2001. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 05 Jun 2023 | Our Fav Lindsay Lohan Movies | 01:05:16 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode Kelsey and Mary break down their favorite movies featuring the 2000’s it girl of the big screen, Lindsay Lohan. From the Parent Trap to Life Size, Freaky Friday, and Mean Girls, they discuss behind-the-scenes stories and background behind LiLo’s biggest roles and their cultural impact, like why we still say “fetch” and celebrate October 3 each year. How much do we love these movies? The limit does not exist. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | Jesse McCartney, a Beautiful Soul | 01:00:15 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Look up the phrase “triple threat” and you’ll see Jesse McCartney’s picture. In this episode Mary & Kelsey discuss Jesse - multi hyphenate actor, boy-bander, singer, songwriter, and all-around Beautiful Soul - and his rise to fame from Dream Street up to today. Loved today’s episode? Leave us a rating & review and we may read your review on our next episode! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 19 Jun 2023 | Brenda Song, Queen of Disney and Nickelodeon | 00:57:00 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Few celebrities are truly as underrated as Brenda Song, and in this episode, Mary and Kelsey attempt to cover all of Brenda’s most iconic roles in one nostalgia-packed episode. From her first role in 100 Deeds for Eddie McDowd to Get A Clue, to The Suite Life and The Social Network, Brenda has her fingerprints over the most iconic roles of the early 2000s to today. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 26 Jun 2023 | VH1’s The Fabulous Life Of… | 00:56:33 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Nobody reported on the lifestyles of the rich and the famous like VH1’s “The Fabulous Life Of…” series. We learned about the mansions, cars, beauty regimens, and vacations of our favorite celebs of the 2000s. And don’t get us started on that instantly recognizable British posh accent narration. In this episode we discuss the fabulous lives of Mary Kate and Ashley, Lil’ Kim, Jennifer Lopez, Oprah, Britney Spears, and David and Victoria Beckham.
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| 10 Jul 2023 | The Very Best of Mary-Kate & Ashely Olsen | 01:05:42 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! After entering the limelight at just nine months old, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen set off to become the most influential figures of our generation as actors, producers, business women, and fashion designers blazing new trails for female workers’ rights. In this episode Mary and Kelsey reminisce on their favorite shows and movies from the Olsen twins, like Double, Double, Toil and Trouble, The Adventures of Mary-Kate and Ashley, Two of A Kind, Billboard Dad, Our Lips Are Sealed, Holiday in the Sun and many, many, more. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 17 Jul 2023 | Ashlee Simpson's Autobiography Anniversary ft. Lia Russo | 01:05:15 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode Mary and Kelsey are joined by the incredible Lia Russo, host of The Ashlee and Jessicast, to discuss all things Ashlee Simpson in honor of the 19th anniversary of Ashlee’s debut album, Autobiography. The ladies discuss their favorite moments from The Ashlee Simpson show, their top songs from the album, and other fun memories of their favorite pop rock princess. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 24 Jul 2023 | Michelle Branch and Vanessa Carlton | 01:01:03 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! We’re celebrating 30 episodes with deep dives into music of the early 2000s with the queen of the keys and queen of the strings: Vanessa Carlton and Michelle Branch. These two ladies’ careers have a lot in common including how they pumped out the most iconic bangers of our generation. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 31 Jul 2023 | The Best Made-for-Movie and TV Songs | 01:10:29 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Josie and the Pussycats, A Walk to Remember, Tarzan, Even Stevens, Crossroads, Cheetah Girls, Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen, High School Musical, and Princess Diaries all have one thing in common: they all feature iconic songs written just for these films and shows. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey discuss their favorite bangers from movies and TV shows of the late 90s and early 2000s and it’s a walk down memory lane to remember.
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| 07 Aug 2023 | Raven-Symoné | 00:49:42 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In celebration of The Cheetah Girls’ 20th anniversary, Mary and Kelsey dive into multi-hyphenate talent, Raven-Symoné. From her first role at just three years old on The Cosby Show, to the queen of Disney Channel - including the iconic That’s So Raven show and a successful music career, this episode will retell the incredible story of how Raven popped. No, we didn’t forget about the Cheetah Girls - that deep dive is coming next week!
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| 14 Aug 2023 | The Cheetah Girls Turns 20 | 01:03:14 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! 20 years ago, audiences were introduced to an era of “Growl Power” by four friends bedecked in cheetah print with big dreams to become pop stars. As Disney Channel’s first-ever original movie musical, The Cheetah Girls brought an album of bangers, impeccable style and choreo, the timeless message of friendship and ushered in a new musical format for the network, paving the way for High School Musical, Hannah Montana, Camp Rock, and more. In this episode Mary and Kelsey break down Disney’s first original movie musical, the three-movie franchise that made Raven-Symoné, Adrienne Bailon, Kiely Williams, and Sabrina Bryan global music icons, and the music we still strut down the streets to this day. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 21 Aug 2023 | Now That’s What I Call Music! 5 - The Soundtrack of 2000 | 01:10:58 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Oh my Gawd we’re back again with another rendition of Now That’s What I Call Music! Join Mary and Kelsey as they relive the iconic songs of NOW 5 track by track and explore why this album is the perfect compilation of y2k bops. Featuring hit tracks from Britney Spears, NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, Destiny’s Child, Kandi, Bon Jovi, and more, this album offers the best of the year 2000 in one place… and single handedly drained our walkman batteries from all of the repeat listens. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 28 Aug 2023 | *NSYNC Part 1 | 00:46:41 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode Mary and Kelsey dive into the most iconic moments from *NSYNC, from our first introduction to JC, Justin, Lance, Chris and Joey with their fortuitous 1998 Disney special and a track-by-track synopsis of their debut album and their first tour, to their Celebrity album and final group performance. There are too many amazing moments to fit into one episode, so buckle up and tune into part 1.
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| 30 Aug 2023 | *NSYNC Part 2 | 00:49:40 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Mary and Kelsey continue their deep dive on their favorite *NSYNC moments in this part two episode covering the group’s 2001 Super Bowl performance, how their rivalry with Backstreet Boys originated and was later resolved, the iconic Celebrity album, and their last performance (to date). The gals also share their predictions for what a rumored reunion could look like! Here we go-o-o!! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 04 Sep 2023 | Christina Aguilera’s "Stripped" | 01:06:24 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! We don’t need an excuse to discuss Christina Aguilera's pivotal 2002 album, Stripped, but its upcoming 21st birthday (OMG!!) is a perfect reason to revisit the tracks and discuss its undeniable influence. Mary’s BFF from high school Steff fills in for Kelsey this week as they go track by track and recall this album's impact (Don’t worry, Kelsey and Mary are back to their regularly scheduled shenanigans next week!). Stream Stripped! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 11 Sep 2023 | Best of MTV VMA Performances Part 1 | 00:47:41 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! This week is all about moon man memz. With this year’s MTV’s Video Music Awards (VMAs) on the horizon, Mary and Kelsey are breaking down the most memorable performances from the early 2000s. Part 1 includes Britney Spears’ unforgettable Oops! I Did It Again rendition where she surprised the audience with a Swarovski-crystal coated two piece and her Slave 4 U premiere featuring a rather iconic albino python (lovingly dubbed Banana). Plus, Mary and Kelsey discuss Sisqo’s Thong Song performance and the incredible story behind the beloved hit. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 12 Sep 2023 | Best of MTV VMA Performances Part 2 | 00:32:25 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In part two, Mary and Kelsey wrap up their analysis of the best MTV Video Music Awards performances from the early 2000s including the Madonna and Britney Spears (and Christina Aguilera) smooch that stopped the world, Good Charlotte, Beyoncé’s pregnancy reveal, and Shakira (this year’s Vanguard Award recipient) and Wyclef. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 18 Sep 2023 | 90s Con Tampa Recap! | 00:31:35 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Mary breaks down her experience at 90s Con in Tampa and spills on updates around *NSYNC’s reunion, plans for the Backstreet Boys, a panel with TLC, and more! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 25 Sep 2023 | Brittany Murphy Pt 1 | 00:57:27 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Clueless. Girl, Interrupted. Don’t Say A Word. 8 Mile. Uptown Girls. Happy Feet. What do all of these movies have in common? The undeniable genre-agnostic talent of Brittany Murphy, that’s what! In part 1 of their Brittany Murphy series, Mary and Kelsey discuss when Brittany popped, the indelible mark she made on cinema of the late 90s and 2000s, and the mystery surrounding her tragic and untimely death. TW: This episode contains references to topics including suicide, body image issues, and drug use. For our BSB babes: let's meet up at Nick Carter's upcoming Who I Am Tour. Here is our exclusive link to his Florida shows and here is the link to all other dates. Make sure to enter the Who I Am Tour Sweepstakes for a chance at a prize! See you there! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 02 Oct 2023 | Brittany Murphy Pt 2 | 00:57:22 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! On December 20, 2009 Brittany Murphy was declared dead at age 32. News of her passing became the subject of tabloid fodder and public debate for months. The public’s obsession exploded even further when Simon Monjack, Brittany’s husband, died of identical causes nearly 6 months later. In part two of their Brittany Murphy deep dive, Mary and Kelsey discuss the fallout and some of the theories around Brittany’s death. Everything discussed is all alleged. Trigger Warning: This episode contains references to topics including death, grief, suicide, eating disorders, and drug use. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 09 Oct 2023 | Catching up with Kelly Clinger, former Britney Spears backup singer, on all things Britney, *NSYNC, and More | 01:07:23 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey catch up with the hilarious and charming Kelly Clinger, former backup singer for Britney Spears. Kelly shares her stories dating all the way back to the Disney Mouseketeers days, and what it was like to rub shoulders with the biggest acts of y2k and today including Justin Timberlake, Ryan Gosling, JC Chasez, Christina Aguilera, the infamous Lou Pearlman, Johnny Wright, and of course, Britney Spears. Kelly also shares her experiences from Britney’s first big tour in 1999 and watching Britney go from an up-and-coming teen with a dream to the princess of pop. Trigger warning: This episode contains themes of sexual assault and suicide. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 16 Oct 2023 | The Spice Girls | 01:11:27 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! The Spice Girls may have only been a group for a few years, but the indelible impact they made on the global pop culture scene cannot be overstated. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey discuss how five determined, talented, and magnetic women came together to inspire a generation with their Girl Power mantra with “strength and courage and a Wonder Bra.” They cover the origin story of the group, their studio albums, and the untimely departure of Geri aka Ginger Spice from the group in the middle of the US leg of their first-ever world tour. The gals also reminisce on their favorite Spice Girls moments like Geri’s iconic Union Jack dress, their box office hit movie, Spice World, and reunion world tours that had fans across the world scrambling for a chance to see the fab five in all their glory once again. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 23 Oct 2023 | Celebrating 16 Years of Britney Spears’ Blackout ft. Jesse Chambliss | 01:07:17 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this XL and X-rated episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by Jesse Chambliss, host of Jesse’s Girls podcast and all-around pop culture and Britney Spears trivia maven, to celebrate the sweet sixteen of Britney’s critically acclaimed, dance pop album, Blackout. The trio play a lively round of eff, marry, kill and discuss the criminally underrated gems and cultural touchstones from Britney’s dubstep era. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 25 Oct 2023 | Britney Spears “The Woman In Me” Emergency Epi Part 1 | 01:38:13 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Britney Spears’ The Woman In Me officially launched today and Mary speed read the entire book so you don’t have to. In part one of our emergency epi, Mary details the first half of the book including Britney’s upbringing, her relationship with Justin Timberlake, her first marriage, and the beginning of her public unraveling following her divorce from Kevin Federline. This episode is UNCUT and UNEDITED to give you real, raw reactions as Mary retells the biggest revelations from the book. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 25 Oct 2023 | Britney Spears “The Woman In Me” Emergency Epi Part 2 | 00:56:57 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In part 2 of this emergency epi, Mary finishes her recap of Britney’s book, The Woman In Me, beginning at the implementation of Britney's thirteen-year CONservatorship and discussing the biggest revelations, uncut and unedited! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 30 Oct 2023 | Halloween Disney Channel Original Movies | 00:57:57 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Mary and Kelsey celebrate spooky season with two of their favorite Halloween Disney Channel Original Movies: Halloweentown and Don’t Look Under The Bed. If it’s been a while since you last saw these movies, don’t worry: the gals offer a full play-by-play of each one while dropping fun facts and insights around the production. Happy Halloween!! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 06 Nov 2023 | Our Dream Backstreet Boys Concert Setlist | 01:08:49 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Brian, Nick, Kevin, Howie and AJ have heard our cries and they are making our fan dreams come true: the Backstreet Boys are summoning fans to create their dream setlist…and they are actually going to perform it at their upcoming fan event in Cancun this spring! For their “30 for 30” concert, the boys are asking fans to vote on their top 30 songs they want to see performed that weekend in celebration of their 30th anniversary. The list of available songs includes some oldies, b-sides and even the elusive “I Want It That Way (No Goodbyes)” version with alternative lyrics that actually make sense. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey each selected their top 10 songs they *must* hear and made their case for each track, and it’s filled with deep cuts and hilarious banter. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 13 Nov 2023 | Our Fav 2000s MTV Reality Shows | 01:07:18 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode Mary and Kelsey are *gonna spread their wings, it’s their chance to fly* as they share their favorite episodes from two iconic MTV reality shows: My Super Sweet Sixteen and Punk’d. You’ll be taken back to the early 2000s heyday of MTV and relive the extravagant parties - and tantrums - of noteworthy milestone birthdays and the best pranks on unsuspecting celebrities including Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, Hilary Duff, Kevin Richardson, and Mandy Moore. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 20 Nov 2023 | Y2K Things We Are Grateful For + Nick Carter Solo Concert Review | 00:38:31 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! ‘Tis the season of giving thanks, so Mary and Kelsey are listing off the top y2k moments, trends, and other random things you have probably buried deep into your memory, that they are grateful for. From Jessica Simpson’s duet with Jewel, to Fergie’s high-energy Today Show appearance to Sidekicks and bras with clear straps, this episode will bring you right back to the naughty aughties. Plus, Mary and Kelsey share their review of Nick Carter’s solo “Who I Am” tour, and reveal if Mary successfully converted Kelsey into a Nick girlie. Most of all, Mary and Kelsey are grateful to you, their listeners, for tuning in each week! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 04 Dec 2023 | Kara DioGuardi’s Songwriting Genius | 01:09:51 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! This week Mary and Kelsey discuss the lyrical genius of songwriter to all of our y2k favs, Kara DioGuardi, and her memoir, A Helluva High Note: Surviving Life, Love and American Idol. You may know Kara as the initially ill-received fourth American Idol judge, but did you also know she wrote Pieces Of Me, Ashlee Simpson’s debut single, or Enrique Iglesias’ Escape? She’s also collaborated with Hillary Duff, Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton, and Backstreet Boys, to name a few. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Y2K Holiday Songs | 01:01:59 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Sip your hot cocoa and light your balsam fir candle as Mary and Kelsey take you through the Yuletide bops of y2k. They discuss their favorite hits from the 90s and 2000s from Mariah Carey, NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, Britney, Jessica Simpson and more, plus some behind-the-scenes facts of these annual faves. All We Want for Christmas Is You… to give us 5 stars if you loved this episode! And don’t forget to check out the WTP y2k gift guide on Instagram at @whentheypoppedpod. LYLAS! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 18 Dec 2023 | Y2K Holiday Movies! | 01:07:50 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Grab your hot cocoa and weighted blanket because Mary and Kelsey are sharing their favorite holiday movies that’ll have you firing up Netflix to rewatch these Yuletide hits - Home Alone, Just Friends, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, and Love Actually! As always the gals also spill some juicy behind-the-scenes details from the making of these iconic holiday staples. Thank you for listening and an incredible first season of When They Popped! Wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season and new year. See ya for Season 2 in 2024! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 01 Jan 2024 | 2005 Billboard Chart Toppers! | 01:03:41 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Mary and Kelsey kick off 2024 and Season 2 of When They Popped with a retrospective look at the biggest chart toppers of 2005. This episode will bring you right back to your Juicy Couture jumpsuit and tall Ugg days with songs from Gwen Stefani, Kelly Clarkson, The Pussycat Dolls, Mariah Carey, Mario, Ciara, Green Day, and more. If your love for the pod is b-a-n-a-n-a-s please consider leaving us 5 stars and a review! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | Devon Daniels on Writing, Going Viral, and Starring In The I Want It That Way Music Video | 01:03:02 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! You may know Devon Daniels for her witty romantic comedy books Meet You In The Middle, which was named one the Best Books of 2021 by USA Today, and The Rom Con. But you may not know she was also *heavily* featured in the I Want It That Way music video as one of the screaming fans at the iconic LAX plane hangar. Devon received more screen time than most thus becoming the object of young Mary and young Kelsey’s envy. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey finally get the opportunity to ask Devon all of their burning questions, like what it was like to be part of one of the most recognizable music videos of all time and going TikTok viral 20 years later for it. Devon hilariously recounts notable interactions with Backstreet Boys, NSYNC, Jessica Simpson, and her experiences sneaking into *the* events of the late 90s and early 2000s like the Kids’ Choice Awards and Blockbuster Movie Awards. Devon even shares her binder filled with celebrity photos with us and other behind-the-scenes gems, like the one and only celebrity to ever refuse a photo with her! Just like her books, Devon is wickedly funny and engaging. This episode is a must listen for any pop culture junkie. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 15 Jan 2024 | Part 1: Max Martin Songs You Probably Didn’t Know Are Max Martin Songs | 00:59:52 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Kelsey and Mary do a deep dive on their favorite subject, Max Martin. Max is the king of pop production, songwriting, and composition. He’s the brains behind hits like Baby One More Time, I Want It That Way, and Bye Bye Bye. What you may not know is that luckily for us, Max didn’t leave his hard-hitting beats in y2k. He has kept the hits rolling with stars like Celine Dion, The Weekend, Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, Pink, and more. This episode explores hits you probably didn’t know are Max bops (tbh, even Kelsey and Mary were shocked by some of them), his signature Swedish sound, and his recipe for a hit song. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 16 Jan 2024 | Part 2: Max Martin Collaborations with Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande | 01:09:29 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Mary and Kelsey continue their deep dive on Max Martin, this time focusing on Max’s collaborations with two of today’s hottest songstresses: Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande. This episode offers a detailed song-by-song look at Max’s work with these titans of pop, including Taylor’s Red, 1989, and Reputation albums, and Ariana’s My Everything, Dangerous Woman, and Sweetener. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 22 Jan 2024 | 20 Years of Perez Hilton, Hollywood Gossip Guru | 00:48:40 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In 2004, Perez Hilton founded his eponymous site, changing the celebrity gossip game forever. At its peak, PerezHilton.com is reported to have had 7 million visitors a day. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey look back at 20 years of “The Queen of All Media,” his biting commentary and signature (usually inappropriate) doodles, and the toxic tabloid culture of y2k. They also examine Perez’s instrumental role in kickstarting the careers of two of today’s biggest pop stars - Katy Perry and Lady Gaga - and his *very public* falling out with Gaga. They also discuss Perez’s change of heart in 2010 when he vowed to stop being mean to celebrities. If you ran to the computer lab between classes to refresh Perez’s site and read the latest celeb news, this episode is for you! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 29 Jan 2024 | 2004 Grammy Awards: Outkast, Beyonce, Eminem, & More! | 00:57:49 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! To celebrate the 2024 Grammy Awards Kelsey and Mary are rewinding back 20 years to the 2004 awards ceremony. It was a breakthrough year for many artists who are now household names, like 50 Cent, Ludacris, Sean Paul, Beyoncé (solo), Avril Lavigne, and Evanescence. We also saw some familiar faves honored with nominations, like Missy Elliott, Eminem, Christina Aguilera, and The Neptunes. This episode is full of hot takes as the girls go through the list of top winners in a game of “were they robbed?” Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 05 Feb 2024 | Catching up with Alex M. from Laguna Beach! | 01:01:37 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! “I like your pants. I like your shirt. I like your face.” And we LOVE Alex M., the breakout star of Laguna Beach’s second season. Alex Murrel joins When They Popped to share her experiences and stories as a reality television pioneer and her favorite and not-so-favorite moments from the show. Alex also shares more about her post-Laguna life as a recording artist, and what she’s up to now as a supermom to her young children. Let the rain fall down, and let your volume turn up, because this is a juicy one!! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 12 Feb 2024 | Cameron Diaz: Rom Com Queen | 01:08:25 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In honor of Valentine’s week, Mary and Kelsey are celebrating the season of love with an episode dedicated to the undisputed rom com queen of y2k: Cameron Diaz. The gals take a look back at their favorite Cameron movies including My Best Friend’s Wedding, There’s Something About Mary, and The Sweetest Thing. They discuss when Cameron popped and where she is now! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | 25 years of Simple Plan! | 01:01:25 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! We’re addic- we’re addicted to 2000s pop punk. It’s that simple. In this episode Mary and Kelsey revisit the discography of their biggest inspiration for emo AIM away messages: Simple Plan. They discuss their origin story, when they popped, and their biggest hits including I’m Just A Kid, I’d Do Anything, Perfect, Welcome To My Life, and more, plus an update on where you can catch them live on tour! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | A*Teens Celebrates 25 Years of Bops | 00:51:34 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! 25 years ago, tweens across Sweden - and soon after, the world - were introduced to the timeless musical stylings of ABBA thanks to a new group of young teens called ABBA Teens. Quickly after their first single, the group changed their name to A*Teens, and branched out from ABBA covers to create their own original music. In this episode Mary and Kelsey discuss A*Teens’ meteoric rise to international stardom, their biggest hits like Upside Down (Bouncing Off The Ceiling), Sugar Rush, Floorfiller and more, and their recent reunion. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 04 Mar 2024 | Katy Perry Part 1 | 01:07:55 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Katy Perry’s first album came out in 2001, so Mary and Kelsey are considering her a y2k pop queen and thus deserving of her very own deep dive! In part I of those two-part episode, Mary and Kelsey discuss Katy’s transition from Christian rock to topping the pop charts with her first album, One Of The Boys, and Teenage Dream and a track by track analysis of when Katy popped! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 11 Mar 2024 | Katy Perry Part 2 | 01:10:38 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In the second and final part of their Katy Perry deep dive, Mary and Kelsey explore Katy’s chart-topping singles from Teenage Dream: Complete Confection, Prism, Witness, and Smile. The gals also discuss Katy’s record-breaking Super Bowl Halftime Show that delivered us the Left Shark phenomenon (plus an update on where Left Shark is now!), her Vegas residency, and what Katy’s been up to lately. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 18 Mar 2024 | 10 Songs Turning 20 in 2024 | 01:03:35 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this week’s episode, Mary and Kelsey throw it back to the magical year of 2004 to discuss top hits from Lil Jon, Usher, JoJo, J-Kwon, Baby Bash, Linkin’ Park, and more. They also debate age-old questions that sprung from this era, like what did Kelis’ Milkshake really mean, how does one shake it like a saltshaker as the Ying Yang Twins intended, and if Chingy’s hit Holidae Inn raised the cultural stock of the hotel chain. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 25 Mar 2024 | Catching Up with Kelly Clinger: *NSYNC Reunion, Britney’s Book, & Listener Questions | 00:56:27 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Mary and Kelsey are thrilled to welcome the hilarious and charming Kelly Clinger, former backup singer for Britney Spears and all-around gem of a human, back to the pod to answer your questions! Plus, Kelly, who grew up alongside *NSYNC and was there from the very beginning, tells us what it was like to hear their newest song on Justin Timberlake’s latest album, and seeing the group reunite at Justin’s recent LA show. They also discuss Britney Spears’ memoir, and some of Kelly’s never-before-seen pop culture history relics she found in her recent move. Visit @whentheypoppedpod on Instagram to see them! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | Revisiting P!nk’s Missundaztood Album | 00:49:31 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey discuss when P!nk’s popped and her best-selling 2001 album, Missundaztood. They discuss top-charting hits Get The Party Started, Just Like A Pill, Don’t Let Me Get Me, and more of the bops, like Lady Marmalade, that made Pink the colossal pop star she is today. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | 10 Essential Bops from 1999 | 01:00:54 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! This week, Kelsey and Mary put on their critic hats and compile their top songs from 1999. This episode is loaded with contemporary favorites from Shania Twain, Cher, TLC, and enduring hits that will bring you right back to butterfly clips, like Kiss Me, Boom Boom Boom Boom, Mambo No. 5, Summer Girls, C’est La Vie, and more. As always, you can expect to learn how these songs took over the airwaves ahead of the new millennium and fun behind-the-scenes stories. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 20 Apr 2024 | Live from Backstreet's Back At The Beach: Night 1 & 2 | 00:22:28 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Live and *unedited* from Cancun, Mary and Kelsey share a recap of nights 1 and 2 Backstreet’s Back At The Beach, the Backstreet Boys’ 30th anniversary celebration. Follow us on IG at @whentheypoppedpod for live updates!! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 22 Apr 2024 | Live from Backstreet's Back At The Beach: Night 3 & 4 | 00:24:52 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Live and *unedited* from Cancun, Mary and Kelsey share a recap of nights 3 and 4 Backstreet’s Back At The Beach, the Backstreet Boys’ 30th anniversary celebration. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 29 Apr 2024 | Backstreet’s Back at the Beach Final Thoughts | 00:31:16 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Mary and Kelsey share their final thoughts on the Backstreet Boys 30th anniversary celebration. Plus, get their thoughts on BSB superlatives and things to know if you’re planning to join the next Backstreet’s Back at the Beach celebration! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 06 May 2024 | Deconstructing Brangelina | 01:04:15 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! This week, Kelsey is joined by her dear friend and fellow pop culture aficionado, Tucker, to talk about one of the biggest scandals of the early 2000s: Brangelina. In a detailed discussion, they review the timeline of the public speculation and inevitable breakdown of Brad Pitt and Jen Aniston’s marriage, *that* scathing Vanity Fair profile feature on Jen, Angie’s Vogue spread rebuttal, their subsequent break ups with respective partners, and how Brad and Jen continue to dominate headlines with speculation to this day. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 13 May 2024 | Catching Up with Jade Driver, Social Media Strategist To the Stars - Pt 1 | 00:40:49 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey host a very special guest, Jade Driver, co-founder of digital agency, Crowd Surf. Jade discusses how she turned her passion for boy bands and music into a successful career, and what it’s like to now work alongside her childhood heroes. She shares the trials, tribulations, and big wins of founding her own agency before her frontal lobe was even fully developed, and her theories on which Hogwarts house each Backstreet Boy belongs in. Jade also generously shares priceless business advice that every person needs to hear, no matter where they are in their career journey. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 20 May 2024 | Catching Up with Jade Driver, Social Media Strategist To the Stars - Pt 2 | 00:52:27 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey continue their conversation with Jade Driver, co-founder of digital agency, Crowd Surf. Jade shares behind-the-scenes details from watching the Backstreet Boys rehearse for their legendary 30 for 30 anniversary concert in Cancun, her thoughts on the setlist, the most memorable celebrity run-ins from her career, and what you can expect from her incredible podcast, How I Got Backstage. You can follow Jade at @folieajade on Instagram! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 27 May 2024 | Ashanti, R&B Muse | 00:57:09 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Ashanti and Nelly’s newly rekindled romance 20 years after it first started has us all reminiscing about the early aughts. So we obvi *need* to talk about Ashanti and how Ashanti was (and continues to be) the R&B industry’s muse. In this episode, we’ll discuss how Ashtanti beat the odds and broke through barriers to reach the top of the charts. When industry execs regarded her as merely a feature with her mesmerizing call-and-response angelic vocals, Ashanti proved to be an enduring creative, capable writer and headliner. From What’s Luv and Always On Time to Happy and Down 4 U, we discuss Ashanti’s biggest hits and when she popped! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 03 Jun 2024 | Boy Band Albums Turning 25 in 2024 | 01:03:18 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey dissertate on three boy band albums turning a milestone 25 years old this year, including Westlife’s self-titled debut album, Five (aka 5ive)’s sophomore album, Invincible, and of course, Backstreet Boys’ Millennium, which was the best-selling album of 1999. Plus, the gals provide a fangirl’s perspective on the new(ish) Amazon original movie, The Idea Of You starring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine, which tells the story of a boy band lead singer falling in love with a normie after they meet at a music festival.
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| 10 Jun 2024 | Gwen Stefani’s Love.Angel.Music.Baby Turns 20 | 01:01:35 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Gwen Stefani’s debut solo album, Love.Angel.Music.Baby, was b-a-n-a-n-a-s. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey celebrate the album’s 20th anniversary by breaking it down track by track, including Gwen’s biggest hits Hollaback Girl, Rich Girl, and gems like Luxurious, Cool, and What You Waiting For. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Gwen’s visuals for the album including the Harajuku Girls dance troupe that performed alongside Gwen in her music videos and live performances. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 17 Jun 2024 | O-Town's Debut | 01:05:12 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! This episode will bring you right back to a middle school dance as Mary and Kelsey recap O-Town’s self-titled debut album. They discuss when O-Town popped, its high-profile formation documented by reality show Making the Band, which was helmed by notorious boy band fraudster Lou Pearlman, and discuss the album track by track including top hits All or Nothing (iconic key change alert), Liquid Dreams, We Fit Together, and more. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 24 Jun 2024 | 2000s Summer Songs | 01:07:21 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! It’s officially summer so Mary and Kelsey are throwing it back to their favorite *songs of summer* from the 90s and 00s. This episode will bring your right back to rollerblading with your Walkman with tracks from Hanson, Lifehouse, Nelly, New Kids On The Block, Yellowcard, Avril Lavigne, Britney Spears, Janet Jackson, and more. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 01 Jul 2024 | Catching Up With O-Town’s Trevor Penick | 00:50:20 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! This week, Mary and Kelsey are joined by THE multitalented, inspiring, humble, and hilarious Trevor Penick of O-Town for a special conversation. (We can’t believe we just typed that!) Trevor dishes on O-Town’s current Pop2000 tour with BBMak and friends, what it was like pioneering reality tv on ‘Making The Band’ as a teen, and his O-Town memories. He also shares an update on his recent solo projects including recently-released movie, Final Wager, standup comedy, and what’s next for him and the band as O-Town’s 25th anniversary nears. As you listen to this episode, you will find yourself asking, ‘is there anything Trevor can’t do?’ We can confidently say that the answer is no.❤️ Check out Pop2000’s upcoming tour dates here: https://pop2000tour.com/ Follow Trevor on IG: @TrevorPenick24 and his Patreon: Patreon.com/trevorpenick Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 08 Jul 2024 | Celine Dion Listening Party | 00:48:36 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode Mary and Kelsey share their top 3 favorite Celine Dion songs and the surprising stories behind them, like Meat Loaf’s beef with Celine over It’s All Coming Back To Me Now, how she hit that F5 in All By Myself, and more. Plus, the gals share their reactions to Celine’s powerful new documentary, I Am: Celine Dion, which provides a gut wrenching look at her current struggles with rare neurological disorder called Stiff-Person Syndrome. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 15 Jul 2024 | BBMak’s Sooner or Later Album | 00:54:22 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! BBMak’s debut album, Sooner or Later, celebrates its 25th anniversary of its original release this year. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey dissect the album track by track including BBMak’s biggest hit, Back Here, and other bops like Still On Your Side, Ghost Of You and Me, and other criminally underrated bops. This episode is a ride down memory lane laden with guitar-led three-part harmonies. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 22 Jul 2024 | Ashlee Simpson Autobiography 20th Anniversary Expanded Edition Reactions | 00:27:15 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Ashlee Simpson has released an EXPANDED EDITION on her critically and Mary-and-Kelsey-acclaimed album, Autobiography. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey listen to the three new tracks for the very first time and share their real-time first impressions of each song - Harder Every Day, Sorry, and Endless Summer. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 19 Aug 2024 | #2 On The Charts But Not In Our Hearts | 00:53:13 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey seek justice for the hits of their generation that never made it to the coveted top spot on the Billboard charts. They round up their favorite y2k era bops that may be number two on the charts, but not in their hearts from Backstreet Boys, Taio Cruz, One Republic, and LeAnn Rimes. Redemption is sweet! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 29 Jul 2024 | Dirty Pop: The Boyband Scam Review | 00:44:41 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey recap the new Netflix documentary series, Dirty Pop: The Boyband Scam, which details how Lou Pearlman - creator of the Backstreet Boys, their biggest competitor, *NSYNC and other boy bands including O-Town and LFO - defrauded investors out of more than $300 million. TW: This episode contains references to sexual assault and suicide. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 05 Aug 2024 | The Princess Diaries Soundtrack | 01:04:24 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey celebrate 23 years of The Princess Diaries by sharing some of their favorite moments coupled with a listening party of the iconic soundtrack including gems from Backstreet Boys, Myra, Krystal Harris, Mandy Moore, Nobody’s Angel, Hanson, Steps, B*Witched, and more. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 12 Aug 2024 | Ryan Cabrera On The Way Up | 00:54:37 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! This is not a drill, Mary and Kelsey actually talked to Ryan Cabrera and got you all the tea on the 20th anniversary of On The Way Down and his most iconic moments since he burst onto the scene in The Ashlee Simpson Show. Ryan dished on what it was like to perform on TRL, his tenure on The Hills, and he finally dropped his iconic hair routine. He also shared behind-the-scenes stories from the Pop2000s tour and dropped some *major hints* about the new music he’s working on in collaboration with our favorite y2k artists. You do not want to miss this ep! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 26 Aug 2024 | Olympic-Worthy Athletes of Y2K | 00:58:04 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! The Olympics may be over, but Mary and Kelsey aren’t done talking about sports. In this episode, the girls award gold, silver, and bronze medals to podium-worthy athletes of Y2K both real (remember Ryan Sheckler?!) and imagined from their favorite Disney Channel Original movies like Brink, Gotta Kick It Up, Johnny Tsunami, and Luck Of The Irish. Tell us if you agree with their y2k podium in the comments or at @whentheypoppedpod on IG! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 02 Sep 2024 | Boyband Stacy Spills | 00:59:43 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by boyband fandom *legend* and the original boyband influencer, Boyband Stacy! Stacy recalls the TRL special that had her camping out as a teenager to buy Millennium tickets, and how she channels her enthusiasm for boybands in her current role as tour manager for C Note! Stacy shares stories from backstage with O-Town, *NSYNC, C Note and more, and her advice for others looking to turn their passions into professions, and her predictions for boybands going forward. We're so grateful to Stacy for sharing her time and incredible stories with us! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 09 Sep 2024 | Lady Gaga’s The Fame Turns Sweet Sixteen | 01:12:44 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey offer a track by track analysis of The Fame, Lady Gaga’s debut album. They retell the story of Gaga’s Lower East Side club beginnings, getting dropped from her record label just three months after signing on, to when she popped with her debut single Just Dance. They discuss the big hits like Poker Face, Paparazzi and their favorite criminally underrated gems like Boys, Boys, Boys and Summerboy that still stand up 16 years later. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 16 Sep 2024 | The Lore of Limited Too | 00:52:31 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey take you back to school shopping in the y2k era browsing racks of brightly-hued, bedazzled clothing and rummaging through bins of jeweled accessories in this deep dive of Limited Too. They discuss their favorite items from the beloved tween brand including beaded door dividers, bedroom doorbells, password-protected diaries, pants that convert into shorts, blow up furniture, and of course, a shit ton of glitter. Plus, they discuss the rise, fall, and recent resurgence of another millennial mall staple, Claire’s. Ready, set, shop! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 23 Sep 2024 | WTP Book Club: Over The Influence by Jojo | 00:57:15 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey deconstruct "Over The Influence: A Memoir" by Joanna “Jojo” Levesque. Many of us know Jojo as a tween sensation who made it big at age 13 with her hit singles, Leave (Get Out), Baby It's You, and Too Little, Too Late. After reaching the kind of success most artists strive their entire lives for at such a young age, Jojo seemingly disappeared from the airwaves and the public eye. Her memoir peels back the curtain, showing how she was held hostage by a bad contract, and her personal experiences with addiction, toxic relationships, difficult family dynamics, and learning to trust herself in her pursuit of creative freedom. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 30 Sep 2024 | Ashley Parker Angel’s Soundtrack To Your Life Listening Party | 00:49:05 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Kelsey and Mary go track-by-track of former O-Town member Ashley Parker Angel’s first and only solo album, Soundtrack To Your Life. You’ll be bopping along with them to bangers like Let U Go, I’m Better, Soundtrack To Your Life, and more. Plus, they discuss Ashley’s one-season-wonder reality show on MTV, There & Back, which chronicled Ashley’s struggles to regain fame and the making of his album. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 07 Oct 2024 | The Ultimate Y2K Bachelorette Playlist | 00:50:28 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode Mary and Kelsey compile the only bachelorette playlist you’ll ever need filled with gems from the 90s and early 2000s like LMNT, Play, No Secrets, Willa Ford, LFO, and more. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 14 Oct 2024 | Y2K Trends & Sustainable Fashion with ESLLA Founders Leigh Dorough & Charlotte Wienckoski | 01:00:24 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by entrepreneurs Leigh Dorough - wife of Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough - and Charlotte Wienckoski to discuss all things y2k fashion and their sustainable, vegan (and gorgeous!) handbag company, ESLLA. Charlotte and Leigh share their inspiring advice for women who want to start a new venture, and Leigh indulges us in some behind-the-scenes BSB stories including how she met Howie as the webmaster of the Backstreet Boys’ website and other fun gems. Thank you, Charlotte and Leigh, for joining When They Popped! Check out their beautiful cactus leather handbags at ESLLA.com and @eslla. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 21 Oct 2024 | David Perez on C Note, 90s boy bands, & Lou Pearlman | 00:57:22 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey welcome David Perez from boyband C Note to the pod! David shares his stories from coming up in the late 90s alongside Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, Britney Spears, Brandy, and more, and rehashes the group’s history with Lou Pearlman. He also dishes on working with Boyband Stacy, C Notes latest single, Sunshine, and what’s next for the group! Follow David at @dlo_cnote and @cnotemusicof Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||
| 28 Oct 2024 | Pop2000 Tour Recap: O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, Chris Kirkpatrick, and LFO | 00:24:21 | |
Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! For this very special 100th episode of WTP (!!!) Mary and Kelsey recap a recent Pop2000 Tour show featuring O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, Chris Krikpatrick and LFO. The ladies dish on their O-Town VIP experience (spoiler alert: it is the best VIP experience they’ve ever had), how they unexpectedly ended up dancing on stage, and met Chris of *NSYNC! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod | |||