Assemblies of Pop

Colleen and Celia delve into the topic of Purity Culture, the 90's movement that encouraged evangelical teens to follow strict lifestyle expectations. Many leaders discouraged dating and promoted virginity until marriage.

In part 1 of this four-part series, Colleen and Celia introduce purity culture, talk about their experiences growing up, and how it affected celebrities in pop culture.

In this Low Rise Fit episode, Colleen and Celia deep dive Britney's iconic "I'm a Slave 4 U" from 2001. Topics include lyrics, music video, critical reception, and personal views.

Colleen and Celia take on the topic of mental health: in pop culture, in the Church, and in their own lives.

Topics on mental health subjects can be triggering. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, reach out for help at 1-800-272-8255.

In this Low Rise Fit episode, Colleen and Celia rank Britney Spears' albums based on album chart, singles, and US sales. Then they talk about their personal favorite albums and songs!

Meet Colleen and Celia! This first episode includes a bit about their friendship, how they grew up in church, and their connections (or disconnections) to secular music. What was it like to balance conservative evangelical teachings with influences from pop music and public school? What dissonance did they have to work through? Join a couple of post-evangelical millennials as they talk through Britney Spears fandom, youth group, Plus One, and the Culture War of the 90's/00's.