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Nostalgia & Now

Kelli Williams

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, complete with laughs, hot takes, and a little unqualified advice.

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  • S9 · E18
    Friday · 5 min

    [PATREON PREVIEW] Laguna Beach 2X11 - Don't Hate The Game

    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.

  • S9 · E16
    Thursday · 1 hr 11 min

    191. The Challenge 42 Episode 5 with Jemmye Carroll

    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.

  • S9 · E15
    Wednesday · 53 min

    190. Signs with Meg on the Old Internet, Britney Spears & Finding the Good

    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 with Meg on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@signswithmeg Signs with Meg on IG - https://www.instagram.com/signswithmeg/ Check out @thekindnessmob on Tiktok! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E14
    Monday · 49 min

    189. Fanning Out: Nashville

    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 acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E13
    August 20 · 28 min

    188. The Challenge 42 Episode 4

    Kelli recaps episode 4 of The Challenge 42. There is a spoiler at the very end! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E12
    August 19 · 1 hr 7 min

    187. From My Super Sweet 16 to Real Housewives with Mani

    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 - www.instagram.com/mixingwithmani Join the Nostalgia & Now Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E11
    August 17 · 40 min

    186. E! True Hollywood Story: Growing Pains

    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.

  • S9 · E8
    August 12 · 50 min

    184. Getting Politely Messy with Jordy Cray

    This week, Kelli is joined by TikTok creator and pop culture commentator Jordy Cray! The two talk about what it’s like turning a love of pop culture into a career, how celebrity gossip has changed in the age of TikTok, and the surreal experience of having celebrities you’ve been a fan of suddenly know who you are. Plus, they get into fandoms, internet culture, being “politely messy,” and of course, the pop culture moments they’ll never stop talking about. Follow Jordy on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jordycray Follow Jordy on Instagram - www.instagram.com/jordycray/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E7
    August 10 · 45 min

    183. Biking From Norway to South Africa with Annabelle Golden

    This week, Kelli is joined by Annabelle Golden, who spent more than two years biking from Norway all the way to South Africa. Annabelle talks about what inspired her to take on such a massive adventure, the realities of spending nearly 800 days on the road, the people and places that surprised her along the way, and what it was like sharing the journey with millions of people online. Plus, she opens up about how the experience changed her, adjusting to life after reaching the finish line, and what comes next after accomplishing something this big. Follow Annabelle on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@annabelleegolden Follow Annabelle on IG - www.instagram.com/grainonthego Join the Patreon to watch our video interview! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E6
    August 10 · 44 min

    182. Fantasy Football for Rookies

    This week Kelli is here to help you with all of your Fantasy Football season! Join the Patreon for ad free and exclusive content! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E5
    August 6 · 1 hr 2 min

    181. The Challenge 42 Episodes 1 & 2 Recap!

    Kelli recaps the first two episodes of The Challenge season 42! Join the Patreon for early and ad free episodes! https://www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E4
    August 5 · 36 min

    180. Bringing Back The 00s With Stella!

    This week, Kelli is joined by fellow nostalgia lover Stella, who runs the incredible page BringBack00s. The two chat about everything from Tumblr to the glorification of drinking in shows like The O.C. If you love all things early 2000s, this is the episode for you! Follow Stella - www.instagram.com/bringback00s Join the N&N Patreon! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E3
    August 3 · 53 min

    179. Q+A With Kelli (part 1)

    This week Kelli is answering all of your burning questions from who she would put on her MTV Mount Rushmore to how podcasters actually make money. There's a lot of in between like some lore about Gayle and Jolene along with why Beyond the Blinds wants to take control over their touring schedule. Thank you for listening! Sign up for Patreon - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E2
    July 29 · 1 hr 33 min

    178. John Tucker Must Die with Annabelle Desisto

    This week Kelli is joined by Annabelle Desisto to chat about John Tucker Must Die! Join the N&N Patreon! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S9 · E1
    July 27 · 36 min

    177. Janet & Justin: The Nine Sixteenths of a Second That Changed Pop Culture

    This week Kelli is looking back at Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake’s infamous 2004 Super Bowl halftime performance and the nine sixteenths of a second that changed pop culture. From the backlash Janet faced to the impact it had on live television and even the creation of YouTube, there’s a lot more to this moment than the “wardrobe malfunction” we all remember. N&N Patreon - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Nostalgia & Now Spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/71hEXTQHmQGPkRYHyscRVS?si=914ba7d47c50490a Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S8 · E65
    July 22 · 1 hr 1 min

    176. Pop Girls As Mall Stores With Dexter the Angel

    This week Kelli is joined by her friend Dexter the Angel! The two talk about pop girls and either which mall store they represent or which store in the mall they'd work with. Get ready as they talk about Madonna, Britney, Camilla Cabello, and more! Follow Dexter on Instagram - www.instagram.com/dextertheangel Join the N&N Patreon! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S8 · E64
    July 20 · 43 min

    175. Fanning Out: Jersey Shore

    This week Kelli brings back the Fanning Out series to celebrate one of her favorite reality shows of all time: Jersey Shore. From behind-the-scenes stories to the cast's rise to superstardom, she breaks down why the series wasn't just a cultural phenomenon, but one of the most influential reality shows in pop culture history. Join the N&N Patreon - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • S8 · E63
    July 16 · 42 min

    174. What's On Kelli's Mind: Below Deck Med & The Challenge

    This week on a bonus episode of Nostalgia & Now Kelli talks about whats on her mind, which is Below Deck Med and The Challenge! Join the N&N Patreon today! - www.patreon.com/NostalgiaandNowPod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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