Nas-Talgia

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!

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.

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?

PART 2: 

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.

In honor of Valentine's weekend, we're goin' through Naseem's list of the 5 greatest love stories of the 90s. We're talking about the cult classic, teen dream films you know & love (10 Things I Hate About You, Drive Me Crazy), the iconic Julia Roberts masterpiece (My Best Friend's Wedding), the BFF love (Romy + Michele), and even one epic bromance (Cory and Shawn from Boy Meets World). Enjoy, XO.

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We can't talk about nostalgia and NOT mention Disney. In honor of Halloween weekend, enjoy this special bonus episode highlighting the evil Disney villains we love to hate. Naseem goes yearbook-superlative-style in ranking these villains; from Most Comedic to Most Psychotic to Most In-Need-of-Therapy to the epic musical scores that give us the goosebumps - this episode is sure to take you back. 

Like what you're listening to? Rate, leave a review, and share on your social media (tag @naseemk -- she loves talking commentary with listeners!)

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It's the season finale so you get double the content, listeners. We're finishing Season 1 with arguably the best year in pop culture to date - 1999. The fashion statements (did somebody say butterfly clips?), the music (wait til you hear the list of songs released that year), and of course Y2K. Naseem dives down memory lane reminiscing on what it was like to wear a uniform to school, the fashion tricks she tried to "enhance" her outfits, and the iconic looks that have made their mark.

Later, Naseem is joined by one of her favorite people & fellow pop culture aficionados - Chris Nye - and they're going back in time to paint a picture of who they were in 1999. [Not to miss, their shared obsession with Eminem].

Plus: what they were doing on the eve of the new millennium & the infamous Y2K scare. Finally, dust off the Discman because they're creating a burned CD of their favorite jams of '99. 

DON'T. MISS. THIS. EPISODE!

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To celebrate the start of autumn, light a scented candle, grab a pumpkin baked good, and join Naseem around the campfire for a virtual version of the "Midnight Society." In this episode we're taking it back to the creepy thriller films of the 90s (and how some weren't all that scary after all, while others have left a scar). We're talking The Faculty, Scream, the Mask, Fight club, Se7en, Face/Off, Hocus Pocus & more!

Plus, what do psychologists suggest nostalgia could help with when it comes to parenting? Thanks for rating this podcast and leaving a review if you like what you're hearing!

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On this episode we're taking it back to the mid 90's with the golden era of the Internet. Do you remember the effort it would take to log on the Internet via dial up and then DSL?! Oh and of course, staying up til 3AM talking to your crush on AOL Instant Messenger (but then, he ignores you at school the next day).

On this episode, Naseem is joined by her older cousin Roxanna who is a huge part of influencing her love for pop culture because of their shared childhood memories. We're talking about all that plus CD-ROM games, the Littlest Pet Shop, and an interesting scientific experiment on the how likely we are to spend more when we're reminiscing. 

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We're halfway through Season 1 and this episode is a compilation of some bookmarked requests from the listeners. We start with an ode to none other than Naseem's favorite show of all time; Dawson's Creek (which really needs its own episode, but we edited the content down!). 

Before that, Nas does a deep dive on one of her favorite 90's films -- Jumanji! Plus, how does nostalgia help us maintain and reflect on social connections for both the present and future?

Other topics include:

- More Dawson's Creek*

- Beanie Babies

- The Parent Trap

- McFlurry's

- Collecting magazines

- a mean Ursula impersonation (thank you Sara Hahn)

*if you care to know Naseem's thesis on Team Pacey just DM her*

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Do you miss Blockbuster runs as much as I do? This episode, we're diving into the good old days of video rentals and the right of passage all pre-teen girls experienced -- your first slumber party experience. The snacks, the drama, the activities (TP'ing and prank calling, anyone?). 

Plus, ever wondered why we tend to "compare our pain" to one another? We'll do a quick peek into the psychology of this odd practice and why it's detrimental for our personal development. 

As always, Naseem wants your commentary after you listen. DM her on Instagram & leave a review if you like what you're hearing!

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Smart House, My Date with the President's Daughter, Brink, Halloweentown, Zenon, and the Color of Friendship. These titles are just a handful of the amazing films that encompass the GOLDEN ERA of Disney Channel Original Movies. But wait, what about the honorable mentions that include the "Wonderful World of Disney" vault?

On this episode, Naseem is joined by her childhood bestie - Amanda - as they rank their favorites and chat through the purity of these movies and how they make them feel "at home" even over 2 decades years later. 

In addition, to start this episode Naseem shares a little bit about the psychology of reminiscing and how reflecting on pleasant past memories evokes a sense of resilience for the future in us. 

In the end, we somehow land on a mutual obsessed with "It Takes Two" which isn't even Disney... but if that's wrong, then I don't want to be right.

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NAS-TALGIA is a podcast with the sole aim of taking you back to the glory years of what it was like growing up in the 90's and 00's. Hosted by Naseem Khalili (a millennial with some mean pop culture credentials), she promises to make you laugh, remember not to take yourself so seriously, and give you some serious nostalgic feelz.

This pilot episode focuses on:

- the Backstreet Boys; Naseem's first true love

- her pretty meta (& surreal) experience of meeting BSB in her 20's

- plus, we'll geek out a little on what's happening to your brain when you're reminiscing about that middle school book fair or what it was like to wake up your friend's Furby 

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Grab a Capri Sun and crack open your old memory box because we're about to reminisce. Nas-Talgia is a podcast with the sole aim of taking you back to the glory years of what it was like growing up in the 90's and 00's. Hosted by Naseem Khalili (a millennial with some mean pop culture credentials), she promises to make you laugh, remember not to take yourself so seriously, and give you some serious nostalgic feelz.

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