Nas-Talgia

It's autumn -- the season made for cozy vibes and a spooky aesthetic. In this episode, you're invited to curl up with a hot beverage and enjoy being transported back to the 90s for a conversation on two timeless fall flicks -- Hocus Pocus and Halloweentown. Naseem is joined by her friend Haley (back from Season 1) to discuss their love for these movies, the iconic quotes that still make them laugh today, the adult innuendos we only just caught on to, and finally - the nostalgia that makes these traditions remain so special.

Enjoy! You can DM your thoughts or commentary to Naseem on Instagram (@naseemk) and as always please subscribe, share, and review this podcast if you love it! 

In this episode we are celebrating the iconic film that was Anne Hathaway's debut: The Princess Diaries. This movie just turned 20 so of course, warrants an immediate episode. Naseem takes us through four categories that must be discussed as she did a recent rewatch:

1) The Cool Factor (fashion, soundtrack, and Mandy Moore anyone?)

2) The Characters (the Michael Dilemma; listen to find out)

3) The Catchy Quips (the one liners we know and love -- plus others we only caught through closed captions)

4) The Crux (includes an epiphany about the big moral of the film)

Plus, some trivia to impress y'all as well as some moments in the film that probably wouldn't be as "PC" today. ENJOY

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In this episode, Naseem is reviewing the brand new live-action Cruella by Disney. Set entirely as an origin story, we find out about Cruella's past (neé Estella), why she became the villain she is today, and get plenty of nods to both the cartoon and 1996 live action predecessor. Does Emma Stone come close to Glenn Close? Join us for a deep dive. This episode is not spoiler free!

Episode Debrief: Send Naseem a DM after you listen -- how did you find Nas-Talgia and why do you love it? Which Disney villain do you want to see an origin story for next?

It's time for Britney, listeners. In this episode, the Sound Bite Series continues with a look at Britney Spears' second album "Oops I Did It Again." This is her 2 for 2 of diamond certified albums and we're going through her entire rap sheet. Plus, the music videos, the songs that never became singles, the interlude tracks, the hilarious "Dear Diary" final track... and more. In this episode, Naseem is rejoined by special guest Gabriela Gonzalez for a roundtable discussion of Britney's conservatorship and the controversy surrounding the recent documentary and "Free Britney" movement. This might change your perspective on the matter.

Our biggest takeway was the eerie foreshadowing of the lyrics in so many of her heartbreaking lyrics. Don't miss this.

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This episode is part of a new series on Nas-Talgia called the Sound Bite Series. We're studying one iconic CD from the 90s/00s and reminiscing on the hit singles - but more importantly the hidden gems. We're kicking it off with *NSYNC's debut album! Of course you know "Tearing Up My Heart" and "I Want You Back" but how about "You Got It" or "I Need Love" ?! Best part is Naseem is live watching some of their music videos while recording so you get the immediate commentary.

What is your favorite *NSYNC song from this album?

DM her your requests for future albums to feature on this series!

In this episode of Nas-Talgia, Naseem sits down with her new virtual friend, Dina, the creator of a 90's pop culture fandom account (@90sAddict_90210). Get this, Dina is only 19 years old (say what?!).

In this interview, Naseem picks Dina's brain about how she feels like she was born in the wrong generation and how unique it is to be a GenZ who wishes they lived in the 90's. We're also discussing the rise of social media fan accounts, the friendships and micro communities that emerge out of them, and of course their shared love to Dawson's Creek. This was such a fascinating discussion.

Bonus talk: favorite rom coms, crushes, and how it might not just be about the nostalgia 00 but just the overall aesthetic of the 90s that did it for her. Enjoy!

PART 2: 

Cartoon lovers UNITE. In this very special episode, Naseem is joined by fellow 90s aficionado Alvin Williams (host of the Affirmative Murder and Down by the Creek podcasts). Together they're fighting for the title with one epic competition bracket, pitting show against show (#marchmadness style). We got Nickelodeon classics, the creepy Cartoon Network cult favorites, and of course some childhood throwbacks.

This episode takes our 8 frontrunners and pares them down to 4 in the semifinals, to a top 2, and finally to 1 reigning victor!

Naseem's picks include:

Doug, Daria, Arthur, Courage the Cowardly Dog, Rugrats, Wild Thornberries, Hey Arnold, and the Powerpuff Girls.

Alvin's challengers include:

Catdog, Ed,Edd&Eddy, Magic School Bus, Johnny Bravo, Dexter's Laboratory, Recess, Captain Planet, and Pokemon.

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Cartoon lovers UNITE. In this very special episode, Naseem is joined by fellow 90s aficionado Alvin Williams (host of the Affirmative Murder and Down by the Creek podcasts). Together they're fighting for the title with one epic competition bracket, pitting show against show (#marchmadness style). We got Nickelodeon classics, the creepy Cartoon Network cult favorites, and of course some childhood throwbacks. 

There was SO much nostalgia and persuasive debate happening here that we had to splice this into two parts. In part 1 of this 2-part series, we're narrowing down our 16 shows to 8 frontrunners. 

Join us next week for part 2: as we go from 8 to our final 4, then our head to head top 2, and finally our big winner.

Naseem's picks include: 

Doug, Daria, Arthur, Courage the Cowardly Dog, Rugrats, Wild Thornberries, Hey Arnold, and the Powerpuff Girls.

Alvin's challengers include:

Catdog, Ed,Edd&Eddy, Magic School Bus, Johnny Bravo, Dexter's Laboratory, Recess, Captain Planet, and Pokemon.

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In this episode, you the listener are invited to take part in a Nas-Talgia first: an interactive trivia game where you can play along. The mic is being hijacked by one of Naseem's counterparts (this week, Avy is back) for a true test of Naseem's pop culture knowledge. On this first "trivia takeover" we're playing 4 rounds of Name that Tune with only seconds to guess the song.

Categories include:

- General 90s music (not necessarily the hit singles)

- Cartoon theme songs

- Bubblegum pop-specific

- And of course, the Backstreet Boys lightening round

Can Naseem get them all right? Can you keep up? Or as Britney Spears would say: "do you dare?"

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In this episode, we're going back to 2005. Coming off last week's Jr High experience, Naseem now takes us back to high school; through the rites of passage that every young teenager dreams about: 

- sweet 16 birthday parties

- getting your first car / GPS / listening to music while driving

- first cellphone experience (ringback tones, anyone?!)

- shopping at the mall on your OWN 

- the rise of Myspace and Limewire -> and the creativity both provided

- and the fashion of the early 00s - yes, Juicy tracksuits, we're looking at you. 

And of course, the music that encompasses 2005 when every teenage girl went through the alt. rock phase (Fall Out Boy, Death Cab, the Fray, Staind, & more). 

Let's get G.L.A.M. fam - time to get #nas-talgic.

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