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Cassandra Explains It All

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00:53:32

Fallen Idols: Nick and Aaron Carter

Cassandra Explains It All ·

2024/10/04

Today Steven and I sit down to go over an article about the upcoming Doc, Fallen Idols: Nick and Aaron Carter. We have some inside information and a few updates as well. Let me know your thoughts below!

01:19:55

Slab City!

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2024/09/27

Today I interview Bunny ( cheap van life with bunny) and talk about the rise of interest in the infamous Slab City. Trigger warning as this episode contains some pretty graphic stories.Slab City, also called The Slabs, is an unincorporated, off-the-grid alternative lifestyle community consisting largely of snowbirds in the Salton Trough area of the Sonoran Desert, in Imperial County, California. It took its name from concrete slabs that remained after the World War II Marine Corps Camp

00:42:40

"McGruff the Crime Dog: The NO Show 1987 with Drew...

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2024/09/20

Have you ever wondered what happened to "McGruff the Crime Dog"? Well today Steven and I sit down to unearth some shocking news! In 2014 John R. Morales was sentenced to 16 years in prison after being arrested in 2011. He was found in possession of a large quantity of drugs, weapons (a hand grenade), and tons of ammunition. We also talk a bit about Drew Barrymore, at the time she was already a well-known actress, having starred in movies like E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) and

01:02:08

Emergency Alexa Nikolas Episode

Cassandra Explains It All ·

2024/09/12

Steven and I sit down to discuss Alexa's recent erratic behavior, including silencing survivors and yelling at AOC. We take a closer look at why Alexa refuses to call out SLOAN for platforming Enty and much more! Trigger warning as toward the end of the episode Alexa reviews a clip sent to me by Enty that she describes as the wost thing she has ever heard. Let's get into why these online gossip grifters are protecting each other.

01:53:26

Garden State

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2024/02/08

Max (measuring flicks) and Cassandra kick off their month-long exploration of the cinematic archetype and cultural phenomenon that is the Manic Pixie Dream Girl with 2004's Garden State. Are MPDG's just a holdover of outdated feminine societal structures from eras past? Infantilized male fantasies? Freudian mommy stand-ins' listless dudes feel okay about kissing? Are there two funk songs about Danny DeVito hidden in the episode somewhere? Find out! Tune in! Drop out!

01:13:08

Enty Liar Timeline

Cassandra Explains It All ·

2023/12/23

In this extra long episode Cass and Tiff do a deep dive into the relationship timeline!

00:16:07

The Woman in Me

Cassandra Explains It All ·

2023/11/03

Today we are doing a quick recap of The Woman in Me. Michelle Williams is a genius and as tragic and heartbreaking as this book is, I can't wait to listen to it all over again. Enjoy ;)

00:30:08

Shia LaBeouf & Marilyn Manson: Born Villain

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2023/10/31

I couldn't think of anything scarier for Halloween than these two monsters! MAJOR TRIGGER WARNING FOR THIS EPISODE. Today I am taking a look at the only project Shia and Marilyn ever did together Born Villian, but that's not the only thing they have in common. Born Villain is a surrealist horror short film directed by actor Shia LaBeouf in collaboration with singer Marilyn Manson. The film features a series of DISTURBING vignettes. I also discuss the current accusations against both singers

00:54:01

90' Con Tampa

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2023/10/22

I didn't have much time to edit but Allison and I did get a chance to dive into Tampa 90's con!!!!! We both went this past weekend and met SO many of our favorite nostalgic celebrities with Allison even getting to interview some of them. I can't wait to share this episode with you as it was such a treat to have someone who was a member of the press behind the scenes for us. We discuss signatures, photo ops, panels and everything in between! Enjoy ;)

00:45:17

Drew Barrymore: Little Girl Lost- Chapter 1 Headlines

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2023/09/16

PATREON PREVIEW!!!! Today we begin our journey through Drew Barrymore's culturally iconic and illusive memoir, Little Girl Lost. The child star of "E.T." describes her own nightmarish descent into alcohol and drug addiction--habits that were encouraged by her unique lifestyle--and her decision to enter therapy at age thirteen. Chapter 1 - Headlines. Enjoy ;)

00:30:02

Nick Carter's Love Line Episode 2001

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2023/09/08

Today I take a look back at Nick Carter's 2001 Love Line appearance. He was fresh off the stage and an amazing guest. We get some questions from callers about Aaron and Leslie as well. Hate them or love them Dr.Drew and Adam were asking a lot of great questions back in 2001. Enjoy ;)

00:29:23

The Weeds Reboot

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2023/08/25

Today we are talking about one of my favorites and how it is getting a reboot (uh oh!) Weeds! 'Weeds' Reboot Moves Back to Showtime: In 2019, news broke that a Weeds sequel starring Mary Louise Parker in her familiar role as pot dealing housewife Nancy Botwin was in the works. After landing at Lionsgate and Starz, the deal has moved to Showtime, the series' original home. "The Weeds revival would be written, and executive produced by Christian Torpe, creator of the popular Danish

01:21:04

Melanie Martin: For The Record

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2023/08/19

In this episode I speak with Melanie Martin to discuss important and tough topics like grief, motherhood and Aaron's legacy. We discuss mental health, addiction and growth. We get into staying with Aaron through the hard times, Louis and others, stalkers and parasocial relationships, cheating rumors and we also leave the door open for more questions! This episode is a relief in many ways but also a sad one. We talk about Aarons final resting place, his legacy and what's next for Melanie and

00:41:12

I Want Candy

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2023/08/08

In today's episode I take the deepest of dives into the cultural phenomenon of the song "I Want Candy". Did you know that “I Want Candy,” the strangely timeless song released by The Strangeloves in 1965 has a deep-rooted connection to tribal drumming? The Strangeloves were inspired to write "I Want Candy" in 1965 after they took a trip to the 1964 World’s Fair and producers saw a performance by Candy Johnson, a dancer known as “Miss Perpetual Motion" and the rest is

00:39:52

1999 Nostalgia!

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2023/08/01

Today I take a look back at some of the most nostalgic elements of 1999. Topics include the emergence of CD technology, the top songs of May 9th 1999 and even the Y2K sensation ad the Nokia brick phone. Of Couse thanks to MTV we were blessed with many amazing clips. Enjoy ;)

00:31:07

Caitlin's Way

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2023/07/21

Today we are revisiting one of the most underrated Nickelodeon shows out there. A spunky 14-year-old orphan from Philadelphia has difficulty adjusting to life on a Montana ranch owned by her long-lost cousins, the Lowes. Storylines dealing with Caitlin's attempts to satisfy her restless nature also address adolescent concerns such as peer pressure, stereotypes and sibling rivalry. Enjoy ;)

00:38:44

Nickelodeon's dirty little secret: John K

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2023/07/14

PATREON PREVIEW!!!Nickelodeon has a predator problem. This episode is long overdue as I have covered so much of nostalgic Nick but as we all know Nickelodeon as a network has had a very dark secret for many years. Sadly, Nick isn't the only children's network whose closets are overflowing with skeletons, but it is the topic of today's episode. John K revolutionized animation with his work on Ren & Stimpy only to destroy his career by, according to their accounts, grooming and

00:48:23

Sublime: Are You a Bad Fish Too?

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2023/07/07

In today's episode, we go way back to the nostalgia "Ska/Reggae" scene of So Cal! The sunny days of Sublime, No Doubt, Lit and that sweet sweet cultural appropriation! I indulge in the nostalgia of that insanely large Sublime Sun tattoo that someone you knew undoubtably had. I ask the important questions like, if Brad hadn't died would we have to suffer the timeline of Jack Johnson dominating the airwaves for the last twenty years? Was Lou dog suffering a similar fate as Aaron

00:30:39

Gilmore Girls: I'm a Kayak, Hear Me Roar Part1

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2023/06/16

Here is part one of a Gilmore Girls episode that was recently released on my patreon. For more bonus episodes please consider joning :) Today I am joined by Harley Quinn, host of many hit podcasts to discuss this amazing nostalgic episode of Gilmore Girls. This is part one of two! We review the entire episode and talk about some behind the scenes of Gilmore Girls and our love of the show! Enjoy ;)

00:42:40

New York Minute

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2023/06/04

In case you forgot: Dr. Drew was in a Mary-Kate and Ashley movie! Today I take a look at Dr. Drew's Love Line era recordings the night before and after the premier of New York Minute. This new insight into the Olsen twins' lives is valuable beyond measure. I also take a look at why this film although being a cult classic is largely problematic in nature. Enjoy ;)

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