What Ever Happened To...

Who remembers that early 2000s Nickelodeon show 'Taina?' The series only ran from 2001 to 2002, but that theme song is still stuck in our heads. Actress Christina Vidal Mitchell played the main character, Taina Morales, an aspiring teenage singer with dreams of making it big in Hollywood. You'll also definitely remember the star from the Lindsey Lohan classic, 'Freaky Friday,' and the old school Disney Channel Original Movie, 'Brink.' So, what has she been up to in recent years? Emily explains it all on the latest episode.For additional reading and links to sources, check out our PureWow article.Want more nostalgia? Find out what ever happened to Vine, 'Out of the Box' Hosts Tony and Vivian and Steve from 'Blue's Clues.' See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you spent time on the internet in the early to mid 2000s, you've probably asked yourself at least once, "What ever happened to Myspace?"Joining Emily to reminisce about MySpace is maybe the world's most recognizable millennial: Rod Thill, AKA “Just Me Rod” AKA “the internet's coworker.” He makes the most relatable videos on TikTok and Instagram from the POV of a millennial tackling the complicated world of adulting, usually to some classic '90s bangers. Rod is also the host of his very own podcast, Millennial Made, where he creates a safe space for his followers to express corporate burnout and bring us back to the days of Myspace and more.From the songs that died on our Myspace to their most embarrassing pictures, Emily and Rod cover that bittersweet time in our lives. Plus, stick around for Rod's painfully relatable story about "the popular kid" adding him to his Top 8...or did he? For additional reading and links to sources, check out our PureWow article.Want more nostalgia? Find out what ever happened to Cabbage Patch Kids, Loonette the Clown From ‘The Big Comfy Couch,' and Vine.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Remember Vine, the short-lived social media app where users could share six-second looping videos? The super popular app officially released in 2013, but it was officially a goner by 2017. So, what ever happened to it? Emily digs deep into Vine's story on the latest episode of the podcast.Joining Emily to reminisce is her friend Ali Booth, a pop culture expert and social media manager who knows a thing or two about the Vine era. Not only do they chat about the app's demise, but they also dive into a discussion about the celebrities who emerged from Vine, from the Magcon boys (hello, Shawn Mendes!) to the Paul brothers. For additional reading and links to sources, check out our PureWow article.Want more nostalgia? Find out what ever happened to Cabbage Patch Kids, Loonette the Clown From ‘The Big Comfy Couch,' and Steve from 'Blue's Clues.' See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who else remembers how iconic Playhouse Disney was back in the day?There was Bear in the Big Blue House, Rolie Polie Olie, and of course, Out of the Box. And it made Emily think: What ever happened to Out of the Box's beloved hosts, Tony James and Vivian Bayubay McLaughlin?Emily does a deep dive on the iconic duo's lives after Disney Channel on the podcast this week. We cover it all. From their music careers to their unexpected TikTok fame.For additional reading and links to sources, check out our PureWow article.Want more nostalgia? Find out what ever happened to Cabbage Patch Kids, Loonette the Clown From ‘The Big Comfy Couch,' and Steve from 'Blue's Clues.' See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Either you were obsessed with Cabbage Patch Kids or you never understood the hype. The dolls were huge in the early ‘80s, and for some people, they're still cherished collectibles today. There have been some revisions over the years, but they're still immediately recognizable with their big-cheeked baby-faces. But the origin story of BabyLand General Hospital may not be all it's cracked up to be.Emily explains it all, from creepy oaths to babies being plucked from plants, in the latest episode of the podcast.For additional reading and links to sources, check out our PureWow article.Want more nostalgia? Find out what ever happened to Loonette the Clown From ‘The Big Comfy Couch,' Steve from 'Blue's Clues,' and Dunkaroos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who remembers Loonette the Clown from The Big Comfy Couch? In case you need us to jog your childhood memory, The Big Comfy Couch was a children's television show about a pigtailed, freckle-faced clown named Loonette, which aired from 1992 to 2006.So who was the actress behind Loonette, and what ever happened to her? We explain it all on this week's episode of the podcast. Emily is joined by 'What Ever Happened To...?' podcast producer, Tatiana Zamis, as the two dig deep into their childhood memories to reminisce about the show they loved as toddlers and talk about what ever happened to actress Alyson Court. Tangents include 'Clifford,' 'Arthur,' and a beautiful rendition of the theme song from 'Dragon Tales.' Get ready to clown around! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Follow us on TikTok @WhatEverHappenedToPod and Instagram @PureWow. 'What Ever Happened To...?' is a Gallery Media Group production.Get more nostalgia at PureWow.com:https://www.purewow.com/entertainment/loonette-the-clown-big-comfy-couchhttps://www.purewow.com/entertainment/steve-from-blues-clueshttps://www.purewow.com/food/what-happened-to-dunkarooshttps://www.purewow.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-limited-toohttps://www.purewow.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-dream-streetSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in 2021, millennials across the nation found a forgotten face flooding their social media feeds: Steve from 'Blue's Clues.' It had been years since we last saw him, but there he was, just as we remembered, in his signature green striped shirt and all (and definitely not dead). In the viral video posted to Nick Jr.'s Twitter account, the 48-year-old Nickelodeon alum gave his former viewers a heartfelt 'thank you,' and it seriously pulled the heartstrings.But where has Steve Burns been for the last 20 years? And why, all of a sudden, was he back? Well, if you've ever wondered "what ever happened to Steve from 'Blue's Clues?'"—don't worry, we've followed all the clues and figured it out. This week on the podcast, Emily does a deep dive on Steve's rise to fame, his punk-rock past, and what he's been up to since starring on the hit Nickelodeon children's show.New episodes drop every Tuesday. Follow us on TikTok @WhatEverHappenedToPod and Instagram @PureWow. 'What Ever Happened To...?' is a Gallery Media Group production.Get more nostalgia at PureWow.com:https://www.purewow.com/entertainment/steve-from-blues-clueshttps://www.purewow.com/food/what-happened-to-dunkarooshttps://www.purewow.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-limited-toohttps://www.purewow.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-dream-streetSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Remember Dunkaroos? They were once the most coveted snack of school cafeterias everywhere. The single-serve cookies-and-icing combo appeared in the early ‘90s, but by 2012, they had vanished. So, what ever happened to Dunkaroos?In this episode, Emily investigates the Dunkaroos' disappearance, and enjoys some sweet reminiscences with her PureWow colleague Pascale Laguerre. Stick around for their taste test to see if the snack still holds up, and find out about some new takes on the old treat.New episodes drop every Tuesday. Follow us on TikTok @WhatEverHappenedToPod and Instagram @PureWow. 'What Ever Happened To...?' is a Gallery Media Group production.Get more nostalgia at PureWow.com:https://www.purewow.com/food/what-happened-to-dunkarooshttps://www.purewow.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-limited-toohttps://www.purewow.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-dream-streetSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TikToker Kate Steinberg (AKA Y2Kate) joins Emily for a trip down tween fashion memory lane. Kate is known for her viral nostalgia videos, and she's a Lead Writer at Ulta Beauty. You may also remember her from Season 1 of 12 Dates of Christmas on HBO Max, where she met her fiancé, Chad Savage.In this episode, Emily investigates what ever happened to Limited Too and reminisces with Kate about the preteen mall wonderland. Stick around for the exclusive stories Kate shares about the Jonas Brothers (BTW, who remembers their Limited Too collection?!). New episodes drop every Tuesday. Follow us on TikTok @WhatEverHappenedToPod and Instagram @PureWow. 'What Ever Happened To...?' is a Gallery Media Group production.Get more nostalgia at PureWow.com:https://www.purewow.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-limited-toohttps://www.purewow.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-dream-streetWatch Kate's Limited Too TikToks here:https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatesteinberg/video/7076563609136074030https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatesteinberg/video/7073241110717402411https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatesteinberg/video/6972580395892100357https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatesteinberg/video/7094380517679942958https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatesteinberg/video/7049120346665946414https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatesteinberg/video/7108033105461660971Watch Kate's Jonas Brothers TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinjonas/video/7023894250056191238References:https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2015/07/22/limited-too-is-beingresurrected-from-the-retail.htmlhttps://www.ocregister.com/2008/08/12/goodbye-limited-too/https://www.shopjustice.com/pages/stores-generalhttps://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bluestar-alliance-acquires-limited-too-300115786.htmlhttps://www.businessinsider.com/limited-too-pop-up-store-opens-in-new-york-city-2017-8See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the very first episode of 'What Ever Happened To...?' Join PureWow editor Emily Brozyna, as she investigates what ever happened to Dream Street, the beloved boy band only millennials remember. Dream Street was made up of Matt Ballinger, Frankie Galasso, Jesse McCartney, Greg Raposo and Chris Trousdale. The boy band started in 1999—but a couple years later, they totally disappeared. So, what ever happened to Dream Street, anyway?In this episode, Emily digs into how the group came to be, why they broke up, and what happened to all of the band members. She also takes a little walk down memory lane with her older sister, Ally, who was a Dream Street superfan back in the day. Oh, and you'll definitely want to stick around for Ally's heartwarming story about a recent run-in with one of the band members!New episodes drop every Tuesday. Follow us on TikTok @WhatEverHappenedToPod and Instagram @PureWow. 'What Ever Happened To...?' is a Gallery Media Group production.Get more nostalgia at PureWow.com:https://www.purewow.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-dream-streetReferences:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOBBMAu5L2I&t=805shttps://www.nytimes.com/2002/12/08/magazine/the-way-we-live-now-12-8-02-kids-after-they-were-stars.htmlhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-walk-down-dream-street-with-greg-raposo/id1585432991?i=1000536536484https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSOe5kRoawwhttps://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=2959460107714833https://www.nytimes.com/2013/08/25/fashion/weddings/danielle-manning-matthew-ballinger.htmlhttps://allforone.media/company-info/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Coming soon... 'What Ever Happened To...?'—the nostalgic pop culture podcast for people who can't let go of the past. Join PureWow editor Emily Brozyna, as she investigates what ever happened to the teen stars, toys and trends we loved in the '90s, 2000s and even early 2010s. Whether you identify as a millennial, zillennial or Gen Z—let's come together to relive pop culture history and uncover what became of the celebrities and trends that defined our youth.New episodes drop every Tuesday. Follow us on TikTok @WhatEverHappenedToPod and Instagram @PureWow. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.