Nostalgia and Now is your go-to podcast for reality TV throwbacks and pop culture conversations. Hosted by Kelli Williams, the show dives into iconic moments from the 90s and 2000s alongside today’s biggest headlines. Think brunch with friends who know way too much about reality TV and pop culture,
This week Kelli is joined by Lisa Whittington-Hill, author of You Know What You Did: The Hills ! The two dive into one of the most iconic reality shows of the 2000s, talking everything from Lauren and Heidi's infamous friendship breakup to the show's most memorable moments, the blurred lines between reality and what was produced, and the impact The Hills had on pop culture. They also discuss how differently we view the cast today, the media's treatment of young women in the 2000s, and why, nearly 20 years later, we're still talking about what happened in those Hollywood Hills. Whether you…
This week, Kelli is taking a look back at the millennial partying era, from Marissa Cooper and Jersey Shore to Ke$ha, pregaming, and the glorification of getting wasted. Whether it was the TV shows we watched, the music we listened to, or the movies we loved, it seemed like everything around us was telling us to party as hard as possible. But how much did pop culture influence our relationship with alcohol? Kelli dives into the drinking culture millennials grew up with, the normalization of binge drinking, and why getting blackout drunk was once treated like a rite of passage. Plus, how has…
No Challenge recap this week but they'll be back next week! This week Kelli talks about her overall feelings on the most recent season of Below Deck Med. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Kelli is joined by Mary, cohost of the When They Popped podcast! These two are putting their boy band knowledge to the test as they dish on their favorite boy band songs of all time. From the classics everyone knows word for word to the deep cuts that deserved way more love, Kelli and Mary break down the songs that defined their boy band eras. Of course, there are plenty of strong opinions, nostalgic memories, and a few picks that might surprise you. Whether you were an *NSYNC girl, a Backstreet Boys loyalist, or had a favorite boy band that never quite got the credit they…
This week Kelli is going all in on her One Tree Hill hot takes! From her defending Peyton to her dislike of Keith Scott, there's a lot to unpack here! Join the N&N Patreon for more content! - www.patreon.com/c/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kelli is back to talk recap the latest episode of The Challenge! Listen to get her takes on the mercenaries and who she thinks should replace TJ as host. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Kelli dives into the lore behind The Blair Witch Project and the marketing campaign that turned a tiny indie horror movie into a full blown cultural phenomenon. From fake missing person posters and a website that convinced people the story was real to what was actually happening behind the scenes, Kelli breaks down how The Blair Witch Project managed to go viral before “going viral” was even a thing. If you love pop culture history, internet nostalgia, and a truly genius marketing campaign, this one is for you! Join the Nostalgia & Now Patreon! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod…
This week Kelli is joined by Cute Is What We Aim For co-founder Fred Cimato! Fred takes us back to the MySpace era and talks about how the band got its start, signing with Fueled By Ramen, the whirlwind success of The Same Old Blood Rush with a New Touch, and what it was really like being part of the scene in the mid-2000s. He also shares some stories from Warped Tour, opens up about the ups and downs of the band over the years, and talks about what it’s been like reuniting and playing these songs again nearly 20 years later. From MySpace to TikTok, this one is for anyone who still has “The…
Kelli is back to recap episode 9 of The Challenge! It was a slow episode so she does go off topic quite often, just a heads up! Join Patreon for more content! www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Kelli is joined by Paige, host of the podcast Most Likely Two! These two Challenge die-hard fans talk everything from their favorite Challengers and the ones they can’t stand to the most recent controversy involving Josh. Then, they end the episode by putting together their dream Challenge teams. If you’re a Challenge fan, this one’s for you! Follow Paige on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mostlikely_paige/ Join the N&N Patreon for more! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Kelli is sharing more personal stories! From her belief of spirits to grief to a little bit of everything in between. This episode does discuss domestic violence and could be triggering to some listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Kelli is joined by host of Everyone's Business But Mine, Kara Berry! In their many years of friendship it's just came to light that Kara could talk about Laguna Beach and The Hills for hours and Kelli took full advantage! Enjoy as these two gals gab about two of their favorite shows. Listen to Everyone's Business But Mine - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyones-business-but-mine-with-kara-berry/id1484425171 Join the N&N Patreon - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the new series Let's Talk Now where I talk about more current topics! The timestamps below may be changed slightly due to ads but I hope you enjoy! 00:00 - Intro 1:30 - Outer Banks 14:44 - Ryan Edwards (Teen Mom) 22:58 - Teenage Wasteland 27:33 - SLoMW 54:01 - Outro Join Patreon for more! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Kelli is joined by journalist and author Ilana Kaplan! The two talk about their shared love of being a fan, turning a love of pop culture into a career, and how celebrity journalism has changed in the digital age. Get ready for a fun conversation about fandom, celebrity, and everything in between! Follow Ilana on Instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/lanikaps Join the N&N Patreon - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Nostalgia & Now, Kelli is revisiting NOW That’s What I Call Music! 2! From Britney Spears and the Spice Girls to Jay-Z, 98 Degrees, Semisonic and more, we’re going track by track through one of the most chaotic and perfect snapshots of music in 1999. N&N Spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/71hEXTQHmQGPkRYHyscRVS?si=1d590dee3d934e84 Nostalgia & Now Patreon - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This week, Kelli is talking all things Blink-182 — well, all things Blink-182 breakups. From the tension surrounding Box Car Racer and the formation of +44 to Tom DeLonge’s alien obsession and the band somehow finding their way back to each other, there’s a lot to unpack. How did one of the biggest bands of the 2000s fall apart not once, but twice? Join the N&N Patreon - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Kelli is joined by Liz Mace of Megan & Liz to talk about what it was like being raised by the internet. Liz takes us back to the early days of YouTube, when posting covers online could turn into an actual music career, and the MySpace era that helped shape her taste in music. They get into MySpace songs, the bands that defined the era, growing up online before “influencer” was a career, and what they miss most about the internet we grew up with. Join N&N Patreon for more content! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Every once in a while I get an itch to rewatch the Fiesta episode of Laguna Beach. Today was one of those days! Sign up for the $5 tier today! www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod/ Use a web browser, not the app! The app charges extra fees! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jemmye is back on Nostalgia and Now but this time it's to recap the latest episode! She tells the tea she's heard from behin the scenes as her and Kelli laugh their way through the episode. Follow Jemmye on TikTok! - www.tiktok.com/@justjemm_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Nostalgia & Now, Kelli is joined by Megan Keaveny, the creator behind Signs with Meg! Meg shares how a desire to bring a little more positivity to the internet turned into asking strangers to “tell me something good.” The two talk about the old internet vs. the new internet, doomscrolling, growing up online, and why social media just doesn’t feel as fun as it used to. Plus, Meg finally explains why her parents took Britney Spears away from her and shares the very chaotic lineup of songs that shaped her childhood. Join the N&N Patreon - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Signs…
This week Kelli is Fanning Out over one of the shows that changed her life, Nashville! From her love for Juliette Barnes to the music that made the show feel so real, Kelli looks back at the series that helped inspire her own move to Music City. She also dives into the songwriting behind the show, Will Lexington’s groundbreaking storyline, and why Nashville became so much more than just a soapy country music drama. Join the N&N Patreon! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod N&N Spotify Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/71hEXTQHmQGPkRYHyscRVS?si=317392af84b24a04 Hosted on Acast. See…
This week, Kelli is joined by the host of The Mix with Mani, Mani! The two dive into why My Super Sweet 16 walked so The Real Housewives could run, the MTV reality shows that raised us, and how reality TV has changed since the glory days of over-the-top birthday parties and parental meltdowns. Plus, they get into all things Bravo, the reality TV moments they still think about, and so much more. If you miss the days when MTV was appointment television, this one’s for you. Listen to The Mix with Mani here! - https://podcasts.apple.com/sz/podcast/the-mix-with-mani/id1470175064 Follow Mani on IG…
This week on Nostalgia & Now, Kelli is revisiting the E! True Hollywood Story of Growing Pains. From Kirk Cameron’s rise as a teen heartthrob and the changes that came with his religious conversion to Tracey Gold’s battle with anorexia and the terrifying stalker stories surrounding the young cast, there was a lot happening behind the scenes of the wholesome family sitcom. Plus, Kelli looks at what we’ve learned about the cast in the years since the E! episode originally aired. Join Patreon! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About Nostalgia & Now
Nostalgia and Now is your go-to podcast for reality TV throwbacks and pop culture conversations. Hosted by Kelli Williams, the show dives into iconic moments from the 90s and 2000s alongside today’s biggest headlines. Think brunch with friends who know way too much about reality TV and pop culture,
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