History of the 90s

Today marks 25 years since Spiceworld was hit with a band-splitting jolt when Ginger Spice officially dropped the bomb that her Girl Power days were over. The announcement on May 31, 1998, by Gerri Halliwell sent shockwaves worldwide just days before the Spice Girls were to begin a mega-hyped North American tour. Gerri was considered the guru of the band’s Girl Power philosophy….so we thought this would be a great opportunity to revisit an issue we did at the beginning of season one all about Girl Power. We’ll be back in two weeks with brand new material….until then….I hope you enjoy the episode. Show contact: Twitter: @1990shistory Facebook: @1990shistory Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On September 26, 1991, four men and four women embarked on an unprecedented mission in the Arizona desert. In one of the most exciting and controversial experiments of the 20th century, they created a mini version of earth under a glass and metal structure and planned to live inside it for 2 years. On this episode of History of the 90s we look at how the privately funded project called Biosphere 2 went from a media darling to what scientists called a colossal failure. Guest Info: Dr. Mark Nelson, ecologist, author and biospherian. www.marknelsonbiospherian.com Show contact: Twitter: @1990shistory Facebook: @1990shistory Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In March 1991, a media circus descended on the normally quiet New Hampshire town of Exeter to witness a trial that some journalists were calling the sex, lies and murder case. The trial, which saw a young woman accused in the murder of her husband, was the first ever to be covered gavel to gavel live on US television. It was a landmark moment for cameras and the criminal justice system and marked the beginning of the true crime media obsession we know today. On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the sensational murder trial of Pamela Smart and find out what has happened since the cameras went away. Guest info: Dr. Eleanor Pam, Professor Emerita at the City University of New York and President of Veteran Feminists of America www.pamelasmart.org Show contact: Twitter: @1990shistory Facebook: @1990shistory Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been 30 years since the deadly stand-off in Waco, Texas that killed 75 people, including 25 children. Among the dead was David Koresh, the leader of the Branch Davidians, one of several Doomsday cults that made news at the end of the 20th century. On this episode of History of the 90s, first broadcast in May 2020 as part of a series on Doomsday cults we look back at what happened in Waco and why. Contact: Twitter: @1990shistory Facebook: @1990shistory Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] Guest: Dick Reavis, author of The Ashes of Waco: An Investigation. https://www.texasmonthly.com/author/dick-reavis/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In March 1997 the Cartoon Network in the United States introduced a block of programming unlike anything ever seen before on a kids channel. From 4pm to 7pm each weekday young viewers could enjoy three hours of animated action shows from Japan. When Toonami put anime on TV in the prime after-school timeslot, it was the evolution of a slow steady climb that saw anime grow from an underground hobby in North America to a massive multi-million dollar industry with fans of all ages. On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at a Golden Age of Anime. Guest info: Ada Palmer, a historian, author of science fiction and fantasy who teaches in the History Department at the University of Chicago. Host of the podcast: Ex Urbe Ad Astra https://exurbe.libsyn.com www.adapalmer.com To hear the full interview with Ada Palmer’s visit: www.patreon.com/historyofthe90s Show Contact Info: Twitter: @1990shistory Facebook: @1990shistory Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a relationship comes to an end it can be hard for anyone, but when you factor in millions of dollars, pre-nups, and accusations of infidelity things can get down and dirty. In the 1990s news of several high profile break-ups dominated tabloid and mainstream media with juicy details and shocking allegations. On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at some of the messiest breakups of the decade. SHOW CONTACT: Twitter: @1990shistory Facebook: @1990shistory Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] www.patreon.com/historyofthe90s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Johnny Depp and his business partners opened a nightclub in 1993 it instantly became one of the coolest places to hang out in West Hollywood. 20 something actors and musicians flocked to the tiny music venue at the corner of Sunset Blvd and Larrabee which catered to their wild habits. On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora takes you inside the Viper Room in the 1990s. GUEST CONTACT: Chris Epting, author of 40 travel/history books, including James Dean Died Here www.chrisepting.com To hear the full interview with Chris visit: www.patreon.com/historyofthe90s SHOW CONTACT: Twitter: @1990shistory Facebook: @1990shistory Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we’re introducing something special: Back Issue from Pineapple Street Studios. Back Issue is back with a brand new season! Back Issue reminisces on moments in pop culture’s past that have shaped our present. Each episode brings personal reflection, incredible guests, and plenty of deep belly laughs. This season host Josh Gwynn has invited some very special guest co-hosts to share their perspective on some of the most formative stories in pop culture.  Join them as they reflect on iconic award speeches, explore what our brains do on gossip, deep dive into Degrassi and Cheetah Girls, and more. Listen and follow Back Issue wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at one of the most intense events in Canadian history. It might sound impossible today but 28 years ago the country was on the verge of breaking apart. This is the story of the 1995 Quebec Referendum. GUEST CONTACT: Dave Trafford, Executive Producer of iContact Productions Twitter: @davetrafford www.icontactproductions.com You can listen to Dave Trafford’s full interview by becoming a Patreon subscriber at: www.patreon.com/historyofthe90s SHOW CONTACT: Twitter: @1990shistory Facebook: @1990shistory Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the 1990s a new generation of female country artists dominated Nashville with a look and sound that had never been seen before. Stars like Shania Twain, Faith Hill and The Chicks broke the rules, topped the music charts and crossed over into mainstream. These women paved the way for singers like Kacey Musgraves, Miranda Lambert and many of more of today’s artists. But there has never been another time like the 1990s for women in country. On this episode of History of the 90s we are looking back at the golden era of female country artists. Show Contact Info:   Twitter: @1990shistory Facebook: @1990shistory Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] Patreon: www.patreon.com/historyofthe90s   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices