Y2K POP UNIVERSE

How are you braving the summer heat? After a temp adjustment, Justin is back to bring you the dish on Track 10 of the 'Autobiography' album. This aggressive song is perfect for belting at your summer bbq pool party - the crowd ain't ready! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're slowing it down on this week's episode. Time for an emo break up song! Welcome to summer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oops, I did it again. I missed a week but I promise this episode is worth the wait! In this episode I cover The Little Mermaid, Pride, "Surrender" being amazing, and orgasms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life is hard out here - where is the love? The self love that is. In this episode, I talk about self love as a pop trope, why these types of songs are important and also: rain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Was "Better Off" better off being single #2? Justin weighs in with his super special pop analyst knowlege. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode - I declare a delcaration! You'll have to listen to what it is! Also, I talk about being 19, rewatching the Ashlee Simpson show and also the secret to eternal life (just kidding to see if youre reading this). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#JUSTICEFORLALA - one of Ashlee's best songs is still feeling the backlash after the October 2004 SNL incident. In this episode I cover the dangers of marketing yourself "real", the over reactive backlash Ashlee was receiving, and Lala's impact on future pop stars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How bad was it really living in Jessica Simpson's shadow? No matter how rich or privileged you are, life can suck. Ashlee Simpson works out her demons with her family on the second single, "Shadow", from her debut album. On this episode, I talk about S1 E6 of "The Ashlee Simpson" show, hair stylist vs hair dresser, self reflective pop songs, sibling rivalry, being an only child and say "on the nos...

This jam packed episode covers a variety of topics surrounding the world of Ashlee's debut single single, "Pieces of Me" - the iconic song that rose Ashlee's career to superstardom but also ended her meteoric rise. In this episode, I talk about - Ryan Cabrera, Ryan Cabrera's hair, daddies, Janet Jackson, the problems with the world, The SNL fiasco and how this song has left a mark on pop culture h...

Well, here we are - the sister Simpson has something she wants to say! You think you know her? Well you have no idea - unless you've seen her reality show, multiple interviews and listened to her album. Yes, we are covering Ashlee Simpson's debut 2004 album - Autobiography - for season 2! In this episode, Justin talks about his favorite pop song tropes, reflections of his angsty teenage years, the...

On the final track of "Sweet Kisses", we take a weird journey into the topic of...saving yourself for marriage? Huh?? On this episode, Justin talks about puritanical American culture, chaste pop star brands and ultimately why this track is incredibly weird. A true time capsule of 1999. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jessica Simpson breaks ground in her pop music career compared to her peers at the time and records a Gospel song, "Your Faith In Me" - but what is "Your Faith In Me" by Jessica all about? Was this just a marketing tactic to sway in a different audience from her contemporaries? Well...yes, duh. On this episode, Justin gets deep and ponders the spiritual side as he winds down coverage on "Sweet Kis...

We are back in the Y2K Pop Universe covering Track 9 of Jessica's debut album - "Sweet Kisses". Can you guess what Zac Efron, Jennifer Paige and Jessica Simpson have in common? Well, you'll find out this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, it's all about love! Justin talks about the importance of love and how it relates to track 8 of "My Wonderful". Justin also explores the discography of one of the songwriters/producers of this song and is unexpectedly surprised! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can you compete when you can't compare? In this episode, Justin talk's about Track 7 from the Sweet Kisses album. This song is technically a pop break up song, but also full of attitude. There are a range of topics covered in this episode including podcasts releasing on Monday, Playstation 2, a retraction about Tina Landon and Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, DeBarge and platitudes. Whatcha waitin...

I've been watchin' you and you've been watchin' me! I am at the halfway point of "Sweet Kisses" with this absolute banger - Track #6 entitled "I've Got my Eyes on You". In this episode, Justin talks about the connection between Rihanna and Jessica Simpson, Tina Landon and President's Day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BEYONCÉ? BEYONCÉ? Yes, Destiny's Child is here in the Jessica Simpson universe and featured on Track 5 of Jessica's debut album with the track - "Woman In Me" In this episode, I talk about the NFL, who the woman is in me, the Spice Girls, and ponder: why is Sweden so good at pop music? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lets get deep - on today's episode, I am going over some details for track #4 of the "Sweet Kisses" album, "Final Heartbreak"! The singles are out of the way - so if you're still around, then you have found your true dedicated Y2K Pop tribe. In this episode, topics include the Rugrats, album sequencing, producers and writers and my filthy mouth! You can find Y2KPop Universe on Youtube, Instagram a...

Do you think Jessica knew how much Nick Lachey would alter career? In fact, did Nick know how Jessica would impact his? Well, it all starts here on this lovey balled - which is single #2 from album #1. In this episode I talk about Doritos, Mariah comparisons, sweaty boxers, and the possible reasoning why this song underperformed after a stunning debut single from Jessica. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

Justin covers track two/single three of the album, "Sweet Kisses" by Jessica Simpson - "I Think I'm in Love With You"! Topics of discussion include - the innocence of life pre 9/11 in America, similarities between "ITIIL" and "Fantasy" by Mariah Carey, chart performance on Billboard and TRL and the various dance mixes that are available. Of course, Justin talks about the iconic video as well. Take...

Happy First Episode! Today, Justin will review Jessica Simpson's debut single and first track from her album "Sweet Kisses", entitled "I Wanna Love You Forever" - have you heard of it? The year is 1999 and the teen pop global phenomena is taking place - will Jessica find her place in the sun? In this episode, I talk about Mariah Carey, Tommy Motolla, Columba Records, Britney Spears, physical CD Si...

Get introduced to your host, Justin and hear the origins of how this podcast came to be! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.