Dope Nostalgia

Episode 212 - Madonna

My guest is Stefan from the MLVC Podcast! Your source for all things Madonna. Stefan has had some memorable moments with the Queen of Pop that he shares. She did SO MUCH in the 90's, and we talk Justify My Love, her Oscars date with MJ, Maverick Records, Dick Tracy, Evita, and a surprise track featuring 2Pac.

Episode 211 - Joey Lawrence

My guest Tyler from Rave & Drool Podcast is here to talk about the music of Joey Lawrence! The teen idol who starred in TV's "Blossom" released several albums, starting with his self-titled debut. The song "Nothing My Love Can't Fix" was a bonafide hit! Does Joey really smell like a zoo? we also touch on some NKOTB talk, sibling podcasts, cruises, and great random music chat!

Episode 210 - Lived Through That

My guest is photographer Mike Hipple, author of the book "Lived Through That: 90's Musicians Today". a fantastic, well formatted read for any music fan of the decade. He chats about working with Krist Novoselic, Dave Holmes, Tanya Donelly, Adrian Young of No Doubt, and more.

Episode 209 - The Death of Hair Metal

Tim and Jason from Dig Me Out Podcast are my guests, and this topic is deep - What caused the death of hair metal? The days of hard partying, groupies, and hairspray were wearing thin on many. We like to blame the grunge era, but were other factors at play? Record companies, power ballads, college rock, oversaturation, and more are discussed. Which rockers survived the blow? (maybe literally)...

Episode 208 - C+C Music Factory

My guest is Jamie from The 80's & 90's Podcast! Our topic: One of the greatest dance acts of the decade - C+C Music Factory. Founded by producers David Cole and Robert Clivilles, they had smash hits all over the Billboard charts, and their fair share of controversy, heartbreak, and legal drama. They worked on mixes for popular artists, as well as creating the group Seduction. We discuss the loss of David Cole, and Freedom Williams continuing to use the group's name to market himself as a performer.

Episode 207 - '90's Conspiracies

A happy reunion with my pals Andrew, Charlie, and Greg from the podcast "It's A Conspiracy!". We tackle some crazy stories about Nirvana, Weezer, Paula Abdul, and Shazaam, the Monster of the Week, Greg's time travel, and Chonks has a disgusting snack.

Episode 206 - Innosense

From the days of BSB, NSYNC, and Britney comes the girl group Innosense! Member Veronica Davidson (formerly Finn) is here to get nostalgic with me. She replaced Britney Spears in the group, and was Justin Timberlake's first girlfriend. She shares stories of fun times, meeting artists like Pink, the Britney sleepover, and we celebrate her successful career post-Innosense. 

BONUS EPISODE : It's Like Magic : On The Road with the Magic Summer Tour

Decided to give you a short episode during our road trip travels, following the first 2 shows of New Kids On The Block's Magic Summer Tour!

Adrian from Rattail, and Chrissy & Rebecca from Meow Meow Crew are driving from Chicago to Detroit, recounting the first 2 shows, spoiler free.

I share the details of my individual meet and greet with the group, as close as I remember from my scattered memory and nerves! Some wording might be a guestimate.

 

Episode 205 - Stacie Orrico

TikTok and IG creator @retro.avocado AKA Janine DeMichele Baggett is my guest, as we share experiences of growing up in a Christian household. We have common ground in that we were limited to what we were allowed to listen to in music. Janine loved the music of Stacie Orrico, and we talk about her song catalogue and her influence on us. With over 18.5M likes on TikTok for her fun, retro videos, Janine is one to follow!

Episode 204 - Kideo

My guest Lyndsay owns the TikTok channel "Nostalgia Canadiana", and posts the best VHS finds. She informed me of a group I had no idea existed: KIDEO! 3 talented rock musicians who made a children's TV show on YTV and other international outlets. Both Rush and a Blue Jays pitcher made music with them. We also talk EP/LP/SP speeds and retro commercials. 

If you remember KIDEO, make sure you contact us with your KIDEO memories.