When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey catch up with Lauren Christy, songwriter, singer, and 1/3 of legendary production trio The Matrix, to discuss writing Avril Lavigne's breakthrough hit album, Let Go, and other hits for Hilary Duff, Jason Mraz, Liz Phair, and more. Follow Lauren at @thelaurenchristy on IG and TikTokSupport the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by dancer Tania Baron to discuss Tania's professional dancing journey including touring with Britney Spears and appearing in her iconic music videos including Baby One More Time, (You Drive Me) Crazy, and Oops!… I Did It Again. Tania shares how she got into dancing, what it was like to perform with the princess of pop as she experienced a meteoric rise to fame, behind-the-scenes of auditioning and landing roles (like RENT the movie), and so much more. Make sure to follow Tania @officialtaniabaron on all platforms! Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey rewind all the way to 2002 to dive into the dazzling debut of American Idol Season 1 — the show that turned everyday dreamers into pop royalty and gave us unforgettable gems like Kelly Clarkson, Simon Cowell's savage zingers, and memorable if not cringe-worthy auditions. This episode sheds light on the show's British origins, its American makeover, and the iconic chemistry between Simon, Paula, and Randy. Plus, remember how season one had two hosts? You will after tuning in!Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by Beyond the Blinds co-host Kelli Williams (aka Laguna Biotch!!) to celebrate two decades of Backstreet Boys' Never Gone album. They go track by track and dive deep on bops like Incomplete, I Still…, Crawling Back To You, Just Want You To Know, Siberia (a song that continues to be criminally underrated, if you ask us) and more! Follow Kelli at @laguna_biotch and @beyondtheblindspod Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, recorded live from the shores of Cocoa Beach, Mary and Kelsey pull up a chair at Coa, the new restaurant from Howie Dorough of the Backstreet Boys, for a flavor-packed convo. Howie dishes on Coa, spills tea on the upcoming BSB residency at the Sphere in Vegas, and gives a taste of Millennium 2.0. Plus, he reveals who'd snag an invite to his dream dinner party and the most memorable moments from his 30+ year career. Huge thanks to Howie and the team at Coa for hosting us for this very special episode. Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey celebrate 15 years of Ke$ha's debut album Animal and sister EP, Cannibal. This listening party is a track-by-track dissertation on Ke$ha's hits from TiK ToK, Blow, Your Love Is My Drug, We R Who We R and other songs you may have forgotten about like Dancing with Tears in My Eyes, Dinosaur, and Boots and Boys. Hey, I like your beard. Check out our sister Patreon episode which dives deep into Ke$ha's lawsuit against Dr. Luke here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=85610411Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey discuss all things Dream Street with original founding member, Greg Raposo! Greg shares how he ended up performing at Graceland after a call from Priscilla Presley, when he knew Dream Street popped off, his solo career and upcoming performances with Matt Ballinger this summer! Follow Greg at @gregraposomusic Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by Jade Driver and Cassie Petrey, co-founders of Crowd Surf digital marketing agency. Crowd Surf has an all-star client roster including Backstreet Boys, and Jade and Cassie shared behind the scenes of the latest campaign from the best-selling boy band of all time - the announcement of their Millennium 2.0 album and their upcoming Sphere residency - including what it was like to be with the group in NYC on announcement day, the nostalgic elements they advocated for on behalf of all of us fans, and what fans can expect next. They also remind us of the power of including fandom perspectives in all aspects of a campaign. Thank you, Jade and Cassie for sharing your craft and passions with WTP!Be sure to follow Jade (@folieajade) and Cassie (@cassiepetrey)! Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey discuss Good Charlotte's monster hit album, The Young & The Hopeless, which took them from Maryland-based punk rockers to internationally-known household names. They discuss the history of emo music, how MySpace and social media brought the movement to the masses and popularized the genre, and the impact music had on bringing conversations of mental health to light.TW: This episode mentions self-harm. There is also mentions of suicide at the 29:40-38:36 mark.Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!Mary and Kelsey dive into the deep discography of global chart-topping sensation Pitull aka Mr. 305 aka Mr. Worldwide. They discuss how Pitbull has charmed the world with his signature catchphrases, iconic interpolations and guest features, and uplifting lyrics that have inspired arenas of women to don baldcaps and suits in his honor during his summer tour. Dale! Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this unedited episode, Mary and Kelsey recap the new two-part documentary from Angel Carter Conrad examining the family dynamics of the Carter family and tragic deaths of her and Nick Carter's three siblings Aaron, Leslie, and Bobbie Jean. They share the biggest revelations and reactions from the documentary which is now available on Paramount+.TW: This episode contains references to violence, addiction. Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode Mary and Kelsey are joined by Shannon McNamara of Fluently Forward podcast to discuss the biggest feuds of y2k: Mariah Carey vs, Eminem, Sarah Jessica Parker vs. Kim Cattrall, and Miley & Mandy vs. Selena & Demi. Whose side were you on? Thanks to Shannon for joining us! Make sure to follow Shannon at @fluentlyforward and make sure to listen to Fluently Forward wherever you get your podcasts! Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey catch up with Christian Burns. Christian is 1/3 of multi-platinum-selling British pop group BBMak, and he's been featured on Grammy-nominated electronic music albums and performed his EDM hits to tens of thousands of people. Christian shares how he got into the electronic music space through an unlikely DM from Tiesto, his new EP "Evolution," how BBMak is celebrating 25 years of "Back Here," their upcoming Pop2000 shows, new solo music and more!Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by Dax Holt, former TMZ correspondent, pop culture expert, and Hollywood Raw podcast co-host to discuss y2k's biggest tabloid headlines. Dax shares what life was like behind the scenes at TMZ during the early 2000s and his favorite celebrities to cover like Paris Hilton, Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, Nicole Richie, and more. They discuss the height of celeb post-clubbing photos, why it seemed like every celebrity was always shopping at Kitson or eating at The Ivy, and other tricks of the paparazzi trade from “the golden age” of paparazzi culture before social media disrupted the landscape forever.Make sure to check out the Hollywood Raw Podcast wherever you get your podcasts and follow Dax at @hollywoodrawpod and @daxholtSupport the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey catch up with singer, songwriter, actor, and author Tyler Hilton. Tyler shared his experiences playing the guy you love to hate - Chris Keller - in One Tree Hill, his upcoming tour, and how he wrote his top 40 hit, When It Comes, as a high school student. He also shared how Taylor Swift asked him to star in her Teardrops On My Guitar music video, his bromance with Chad Michael Murray, and how a fortuitous run-in with Joaquin Phoenix led him to accept the role of Elvis in Oscar-nominated Walk The Line. Follow Tyler at @tylerhilton and pre-order his children's book, Daddy Live In Concert, which drops on April 8 here:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/daddy-tyler-hilton/1146125294 Check out Tyler's upcoming shows here: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/645-tyler-hilton Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by legendary pop songwriter, producer, Grammy and Emmy nominee, Andreas Carlsson. Andreas' incredible body of work work has been streamed more than 1 billion times and sold 150M+ albums with credits including pop anthems we all know and love like BSB's I Want It That Way and Drowning, *NSYNC's Bye Bye Bye, Britney Spears' Born To Make You Happy and Can't Make You Love Me, Celine Dion's That's The Way It Is, and more. Andreas shared his stories from his time at Cheiron Studios where alongside Max Martin, Denniz Pop and other illustrious pop music figures, he shaped the music landscape of the late 90s and 2000s. Thank you, Andreas, for joining WTP! Follow him at @andreas.carlsson on IG. Support the showInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this XL-sized episode, Mary and Kelsey dive deep into Backstreet Boys' Millennium with a track-by-track analysis of the multi-platinum record. Including quotes from interviews with Millennium writers, producers, and record execs, and their own memories from this era to bring, this nostalgic dissertation explains why I Want It That Way lyrics don't make sense, the controversy behind The One becoming a single over Don't Want You Back, and the personal tragedies the band endured in the lead-up of the album's release. Plus, they share their predictions for what's to come with the Millennium 2.0 release and upcoming Vegas Sphere residency.Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey dive deep into Leighton Meester's criminally underrated discography including bops like Good Girls Go Bad, Somebody to Love, Your Love's A Drug, and her first and only album to date, Heartstrings. They also touch on her lost iconic roles and her love story with husband Adam Brody (Seth + Blair 4ever). Justice for Leighton's music!Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by Ashley Spencer, reporter and author of "Disney High: The Untold Story of the Rise and Fall of Disney Channel's Tween Empire” to dive into the shows, movies, and franchises that shaped their childhoods. From Hilary Duff to the Jonas Brothers to High School Musical, Ashley's book uncovers the real stories behind how Disney Channel created a cultural phenomenon that defined a generation (and what was really happening behind those iconic Disney-ears-wand commercials!). Purchase Disney High wherever books are sold and follow Ashley on IG at @amspen! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by “the queen of all media” and original influencer, Perez Hilton! Perez started his revolutionary blog, PerezHilton.com, 21 years ago from a coffee shop in LA and quickly gained traction as a global media personality. Perez talks about his career, the celebrity interaction that stands out to him most, when he popped off, and so much more. For more hot takes, follow Perez at @theperezhilton and listen to his podcast, The Perez Hilton Podcast with Chris Booker, wherever you get your pods! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In part two, AnnaLynne gets vulnerable and discusses her organization, The Love Storm, which raises awareness of human trafficking, her experience getting diagnosed and healing from Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), her global meditation retreats, and more. We are so grateful to AnnaLynne for her vulnerability and openness in sharing these personal stories with us. TW: This episode contains references to sexual assault. You can follow AnnaLynne at @theannalynnemccord and support her advocacy work at @thelovestorm and www.thelovestorm.com. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In part one of this interview, Mary catches up with queen of the millennial it girls AnnaLynne McCord of Nip/Tuck, 90210, and so many more cultural cornerstones of the 00s. AnnaLynne discusses leaving home at 15 to model, how she begrudgingly landed the role of Naomi on 90210 (after declining the role THREE times), her on-set rivalry with Shenae Grimes (they love each other now!!) and her advocacy work. You can follow AnnaLynne at @theannalynnemccord and support her advocacy work at @thelovestorm  Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined by Dabney, creator of the incredibly successful nostalgia-fueled social platform @ilovethe00s. They recall Dabney's top movies, TV shows, music, and celebrity moments that made 2001 a year to remember including Aaron Carter bops, Legally Blonde, Disney Channel Original Movies, and Degrassi: The Next Generation. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey chat with not just one but TWO boy band legends - LFO's Brad Fischetti and O-Town's Trevor Penick! Brad shares what to expect for his upcoming Honor The Boys solo tour where he'll be joined by Trevor, their unique VIP experiences, reminiscences on their early 00s days, and more. You may want to get a tissue ready, because parts of this interview get emotional!Get your tickets to the tour at www.lfo.me/tix and follow them on IG at @thereallfo and @trevorpenick24. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey share their favorite movies celebrating their 25th anniversaries this year: Meet The Parents, Bring It On, Miss Congeniality, and Cast Away. You'll learn behind-the-scenes facts (like why April 25th was selected as the perfect date - and it's not just because it's not too hot and not cold, and all you need is a light jacket) and the cultural impact of these iconic films. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode Mary and Kelsey go track by track of Lindsay Lohan's debut album, Speak, in celebration of the album's 20th anniversary. You'll be brought back to 2004 and the toxic tabloids of the early aughts with bops like Rumors, Over, and more.Subscribe to our Patreon for a sister episode which dives into the lore of Lindsay and the circumstances surrounding this album. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode Mary and Kelsey discuss their favorite moments of Y2K resurgence from the year. From Nelly and Ashanti taking their rekindled 00's romance to new heights and starting a family, to Pop2000 shows with O-Town, BBmak, Chris Kirkpatrick, Ryan Cabrera and LFO, to Backstreet's Back at the Beach 30th anniversary celebration,  2024 proved that nostalgia ain't going anywhere! ~And that's the way we like it~ (Yes, this is a Backstreet Boys reference. Google it.) Plus, Mary shares a recap of the Pop2000 show in Cincinnati which included VIPs with O-Town and Brad of LFO!  Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey recap the three-episode Simple Life reunion special Paris & Nicole: The Encore in which the dynamic duo relive their most iconic moments from the show to put on the best opera this town has ever seen. Warm up your vocal chords because you will be singing along to the sweet musical stylings of “sanasa” throughout this episode!Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey host a doubleheader listening party with two iconic boy band albums: *NSYNC's 1998 sophomore album, Home For Christmas and Backstreet Boys' 2022 holiday album debut, A Very Backstreet Christmas. Track by track, they rate who takes the Christmas cake for the best holiday boy band album - who will win?Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey compiled three underrate boybands of the late 90s and early 2000s: LMNT, Natural and B2k! They explore the biggest hits from these groups like Natural's Put Your Arms Around Me, LMNT's Juliet and B2k's Bump, Bump, Bump and surmise why these bands don't get the flowers they deserved! Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey answer listeners' burning y2k and boy band questions from their dream boy band draft to celebrity stories. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey are joined live by Christian, Mark, and Ste of BBMak to discuss their most iconic performances and appearances, stories from the red carpet, and what's next for BBMak. They also offer a play-by-play of the band's incredible VIP experiences courtesy of Day Ones, and their favorite moments from their set (spoiler alert: every song was a banger). Thank you to Day Ones for making our VIP experience possible! Check out www.dayonesvip.com for VIP experiences, merch, and more. And a massive thanks to BBMak for their time to chat with us! Follow the guys at @bbmakofficial. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode, Mary and Kelsey share a recap and review of the new Paramount+ documentary, Larger Than Life: Reign Of The Boybands, which chronicles the rise of global boyband mania starting with The Beatles to today.Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode Mary and Kelsey discuss when LFO (aka Lyte Funkie Ones) popped and their biggest hits including Summer Girls, Girl on TV, Every Other Time, and more. The LFO story is filled with tragedy - two of the three members, Rich Cronin and Devin Lima, have passed away from cancer, and founding member Brian Gillis has also passed - but Brad Fischetti continues their individual and LFO legacy. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!In this episode Mary and Kelsey recap O-Town's Lines & Circles 10th anniversary concert and VIP experience which included a special acoustic set. They also discuss how they tried (and failed) to keep their cool when Trevor wore a WTP shirt during the show and revisit their favorite tracks from the criminally underrated Lines & Circles album.Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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 @cnotemusicofInstagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped

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: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped