When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Kelsey and Mary
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<p>Were you team Backstreet Boys or NSYNC? Britney or Xtina? Simple Life or Newlyweds? With When They Popped, you don’t have to pick a side, because we’re going to mention it all! When They Popped retells the stories of the late 90s and early 2000s biggest celebrities, trends, and phenomena like boy band mania, celebrity-based reality TV, and the rise of “famous for being famous” socialites who ruled the tabloids. Hosts Kelsey and Mary are discussing Y2Ks most impactful cultural moments, icons, and celebrities while chronicling their rise to stardom and discussing when they reached the pinnacle of pop culture, or, when they “popped!” The girls will also consider the cultural impact of Y2K on todays society and will look to see where our beloved Y2K stars are now. </p>
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Recent Episodes
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Send Mary and Kelsey a Message! OMG he’s back again. Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough joins Mary and Kelsey for a live recording at his Cafecito con Howie event in Las Vegas to discuss his new solo, Coqui, his upcoming solo music, how he’s embracing his Puerto Rican heritage, Backstreet Boys’ second summer at Sphere and what to expect next! Get your tickets to an upcoming Cafecito con Howie event at HowieD.net Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpod TikTok: @whentheypoppe...
July 13, 2026
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Hosts Mary and Kelsey interview actress Tara Reid about her iconic Y2K roles and memorable public moments.
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Host Mary and Host Kelsey interview O-Town's tour manager Joel Helgesen about his journey managing the band and industry insights.
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- What is When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast?
<p>Were you team Backstreet Boys or NSYNC? Britney or Xtina? Simple Life or Newlyweds? With When They Popped, you don’t have to pick a side, because we’re going to mention it all! When They Popped retells the stories of the late 90s and early 2000s biggest celebrities, trends, and phenomena like boy band mania, celebrity-based reality TV, and the rise of “famous for being famous” socialites who ruled the tabloids. Hosts Kelsey and Mary are discussing Y2Ks most impactful cultural moments, icons, and celebrities while chronicling their rise to stardom and discussing when they reached the pinnacle of pop culture, or, when they “popped!” The girls will also consider the cultural impact of Y2K on todays society and will look to see where our beloved Y2K stars are now. </p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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