When They Popped - A Y2K Pop Culture Podcast

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. 

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Luv3233

Top tier

They should win a Pulitzer for the BBMak series alone.
Mallomar89

All that and a bag of chips!

Seriously, such a fun podcast for all your millennial nostalgia! They cover everything y2k- music, film, tv, fashion, pop culture in general. The topics they cover are fun and unique with some great guests! Keep up the great work, ladies!
Popculturelover!

So much fun!

These girls are the best! Love their episodes and the diverse content
PinkPirateGirl

Best Podcast Around

Listening to this brings me back to high school! I love the content but especially the interviews with my fave artists! Keep up the great work, ladies!!
crc67777

Great for Millennial Nostalgia!

Fun, nostalgic podcast for millennials and all lovers of the y2k era. The vibes are 10/10 - Clarissa 30, Dirty & Dying podcast
FanOfTheHour

all in for the nostalgia!! 🤩

Came across this podcast recently and I am absolutely LOVING the subjects you guys cover!! So interesting and engaging, definitely a must listen for anybody wanting to take that stroll down Y2K memory lane 💖
Brittany4dummies

Keep going queens!

❤️ Love the podcast! I’ve been listening for a few months and love you guys! One request, can yall talk about y2k shows and movies too? You talk about them a little, but more would be awesome!
JenJen0901

Love It!

I adore this podcast. The hosts know their stuff about the music and musicians they discuss. I enjoy how snippets the songs are played as well. Very fun listen.
JackieStrouse1989

The nostalgia deep dive we millennials all need!

As someone firmly rooted in the middle of the millennial bell curve, this podcast was tailor made for me! The hosts are fantastic at taking a small piece of early aughts culture and doing an informative, educational deep dive, while also bringing their authentic POVs. They’ve had some great guests on too (which helps flesh out the time period, for example it was interesting to hear from former backup dancers, BSB’s social media manager, etc.) but these two shine even without guests. Definitely give it a listen and look back to see if any of the topics preciously covered resonate with you. - @jackie_strouse
kaitlinarmorris

the nostalgia has me sat!!!

i absolutely love this podcast and the hosts, and the way they do full deep dive episodes in the best of the best y2k icons. 10/10!!!
dmthshsbfnyoydosjdbbyksk

So much fun!

I discovered this podcast when I recently rediscovered my love of the Backstreet Boys…and these two things - BSB and this podcast now give me so much joy! Listening to Kelsey and Mary feels like chatting with two old friends that I’ve known since middle school. They are both so fun, silly, and hilarious! As millennials, we really were so lucky to grow up in the era of swoon-worthy boy bands, the glory days of Disney Channel, MTV, TGIF, and brooding teen dramas, defining pop culture moments and some of THE best music. What a time to be young! This podcast just feels so comforting - warm, fuzzy, and SO much FUN!
Starily

A+ pod, Y2K nostalgia at its best!

Every episode is like being swaddled and comforted in my millennial childhood/teenage faves. I esp like all the music clips integrated and being delulu pretending Kelsey & Mary are my 2 besties gabbing it up! (Maybe we plan a "Popped" meet up at Lovers and Friends? A NECESSARY research/biz expense write off, ha!) Thank you for doing the Lord's work, brava ladies!
Audiobaby

My new comfort podcast!

I grew up during the y2k era and I’m a self proclaimed nostalgia expert. I find myself frequently saying the same thing at the same time as them, it feels like I’m reliving that ICONIC time with good friends! Thank you ladies for the amazing work, you both are hilarious and your research skills are on point! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
grbush82

Such a great podcast!!

This podcast is so refreshing and great to listen to!! The thoughtfulness and information that each episode gives is outstanding! It really transports you back into time with stories, and movies, and some great music!! I look forward to listening every week!!
Dori921

Five-Star Fandom!

OMGosh! This podcast gives me all the 90s/Y2K feels!!! Unknowingly got the chance to meet Mary in the Nick Soup at 90s con and had a blast laughing and sweating out with her! All worth it. Hope to see you girls in Hartford and in Mexico!!! “Put your fingers in the air”👆🏻🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵
Mxsandy12

Nostalgia Heaven!

A must for late 90s/early 2000s fans! So much fun!!!
misskristhepriss

I Love It!

I am obsessed with this podcast! I thought I was a pop culture junkie, but I’m still learning new facts with this podcast. I really think I could be a third member of this group with the late 90s/early 2000s obsession. Keep it up!
Lamine428

Whoa

This podcast is so informative and entertaining!
jakakdndnnzsn s

YASSSSSS QUEENS

Recently found this podcast and I love it! 💗🩵 I just listened to the new Mary-Kate and Ashley episode and it was everything. I grew up idolizing those girls! I love how this podcast tells me all the tea on all of these nostalgic pop culture topics that were such a huge part of my childhood and teenage years. ☕️ 🌟 (Born in 89 over here!) YAS QUEENS! :) Thank you! 😘 XOXO
anniesheram

💖LOVE💖

I am absolutely loving this podcast! Reliving some of my tween and teen years is so fun, and I relate to Kelsey and Mary so much! I am so glad y2k pop culture is still going strong! ✨
arceslay

LOVE

Just found this pod and I can’t stop listening💜💜
HiItsBrianne

Your new favorite podcast!

When They Popped will transport you back to the glory days of Y2K and remind you of all the details you definitely forgot! Kelsey and Mary blew my mind with some of the fun facts and research they share to make each episode even more interesting. Not to mention, their chemistry and wit as hosts is off the charts! I feel like I’m right there fangirling with them. You’ll quickly fall in love with this show!
Bradybaby

Fun and fresh!

Kelsey and Mary are hilarious, charming and thoughtful in their Y2K commentary with the perfect amount of sass….! Loving it!
StellaLuna1424

Very entertaining!

I’m so glad I found this podcast because it’s so fun and entertaining to listen to. From the very first episode I felt like I was friends with Kelsey & Mary, hanging out and talking about our favorite things from the early 2000s. As I listen to more episodes I discover things I didn’t know which makes it extra fun. I’m looking forward to more episodes.
Listen To The Words Podcast

What a great time to be alive

Loving the show and who it reminds me of the great time that the early 2000’s were. Chemistry between the hosts is awesome and I love the information they bring. Keep up the good work
Georgeous1!

They Pop!

I really enjoyed and learned a lot listening to this podcast. Mary and Kelsey have great chemistry.