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When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Kelsey and Mary

143 episodes

2 days ago

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey dive into the body-swapping icon of a movie that is 2002’s Freaky Friday (2003) featuring Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Chad Michael Murray. They discuss the behind-the-scenes stories, including the very last-minute musical chairs casting process, its incredible soundtrack, cultural impact, and their take on the brand new film, Freakier Friday! Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypoppedpod E...

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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey dive into the body-swapping icon of a movie that is 2002’s Freaky Friday (2003) featuring Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Chad Michael Murray. They discuss the behind-the-scenes stories, including the very last-minute musical chairs casting process, its incredible soundtrack, cultural impact, and their take on the brand new film, Freakier Friday! Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypoppedpod E...

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Episodes (20/143)

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Revisiting Disney’s Freaky Friday & Freakier Friday

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey dive into the body-swapping icon of a movie that is 2002’s Freaky Friday (2003) featuring Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Chad Michael Murray. They discuss the behind-the-scenes stories, including the very last-minute musical chairs casting process, its incredible soundtrack, cultural impact, and their take on the brand new film, Freakier Friday! Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypoppedpod E...

4 days ago

51 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Revisiting Jessica Simpson’s “In This Skin”

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary & Kelsey go back to the days of Juicy tracksuits, colorful Louis Vuitton bags, and flat irons with a deep-dive listening party of Jessica Simpson’s iconic 2003 album, In This Skin. From “With You” and its cheeky self-parodying video to Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica, this album feels like a true Y2K-era time capsule. Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypoppedpod Email: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.com Website...

1 week ago

49 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

GTL Forever: A Jersey Shore Deep Dive

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! Cabs are here! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey go back to Seaside Heights in 2009 to chronicle the origins of MTV’s generation-defining series, Jersey Shore. From Snooki’s iconic entrance (party’s here!) to fist-pumping at Karma and working at the Shore Store, they detail their favorite moments from the beginning seasons up to now Jersey Shore: Family Vacation. It’s T-shirt time! Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypoppedpo...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 3 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Catching Up with Visionary Director Joseph Kahn

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey sit down with Grammy-award winner and visionary film and music video director Joseph Kahn. They discuss Joseph’s new 2000s nostalgia-packed horror comedy movie “Ick” which hits theaters for a limited time July 27-29, how he became one of the most sought-after music video directors in the industry, and his work with with the world’s biggest names in music including Backstreet Boys (Everybody, Larger Than Life, Incomplete), Britne...

3 weeks ago

53 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Answering Backstreet Boys at the Sphere FAQs

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary & Kelsey answer all of your questions from opening weekend of Backstreet Boys Into The Millennium at the Sphere in Las Vegas. From how they got front row on opening night, to what bags to bring, to merch selection, to the Backstreet Boys pop-up experience at the Venetian, this episode is a must-listen if you’re planning a trip to see the show! Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypoppedpod Email: whentheyp...

1 month ago

1 hour

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Live from Backstreet Boys at The Sphere Part 2

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary & Kelsey share yet another unhinged episode live from Vegas recapping Backstreet Boys residency at the Sphere night two on July 12, 2025. They discuss the When They Popped met up, the official Backstreet Boys After Party at Voltaire, merch FAQs, and more. Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypoppedpod Email: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.com Website: linktree.com/whentheypopped Subscribe to our Patreon: h...

1 month ago

33 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Live from Backstreet Boys at The Sphere Part 1

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary & Kelsey share their raw and unedited post-show ramblings following opening night of the Backstreet Boys at the Sphere in Las Vegas on July 11, 2025. They share what surprised them most, their favorite moments, and so much more! **MAJOR SPOILERS are included in this episode! Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypopped Email: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.com Website: linktree.com/whentheypopped

1 month ago

39 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Hayden Panettiere

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! In this episode, Mary and Kelsey deep dive into the career of Hayden Panettiere from her soap opera start to Disney Channel star (Tiger Cruise and Disneymania 5, hullo) and leading lady of appointment television series including Heroes and Nashville. Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypopped Email: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.com Website: linktree.com/whentheypopped

1 month ago

51 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Songwriter Lauren Christy on Avril Lavigne, Hilary Duff, Jason Mraz and more

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 TikTok Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypopped Email: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.com Website: linktree.com/whentheypopped

1 month ago

56 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

In the Spotlight: Tania Baron on Dancing with Britney Spears & More!

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 ...

2 months ago

56 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

American Idol Season 1 Memorable Moments

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 seas...

2 months ago

48 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

20 Years of BSB’s Never Gone with Kelli Williams

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 show In...

2 months ago

1 hour

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Howie Dorough Dishes On His New Restaurant, The Sphere, Millennium 2.0 & More!

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 ...

2 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Ke$ha’s Animal + Cannibal 15 Years Later

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 ...

2 months ago

58 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Dream Street’s Greg Raposo on 25 Years of Dream Street

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 show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypopped Email: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.com Website: l...

3 months ago

56 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

The Anatomy of a BSB Marketing Campaign with Jade Driver and Cassie Petrey

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 announcemen...

3 months ago

48 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

How Good Charlotte Helped Emo Go Mainstream

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 mention...

3 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

How Pitbull Became Mr. Worldwide

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 show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypopped Email: whentheypoppedy...

3 months ago

1 hour 23 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

“The Carters: Hurts To Love You” Documentary Recap

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 show Instagram: @whentheypoppedp...

4 months ago

1 hour 24 minutes

When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

Celebrity Feuds of the 00s with Fluently Forward’s Shannon McNamara

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 show Instagram: @wh...

4 months ago

55 minutes