The Original Doll with James Rodriguez: Britney Spears and more

*NSYNC's and Backstreet Boy producer and songwriter Veit Renn on making Christmas music with these iconic groups. The Making of... Host: ⁠ James Rodriguez

James Rodriguez , on the importance of Lily Allen's album WEST END GIRL. A track by track on one of the most talked about albums of 2025.

“Touch of My Hand” arrived in November 2003 on Britney’s fourth album,  In the Zone , a project that deliberately pivoted from teen-pop image to adult autonomy.  Songwriters and producers, Jimmy Harry and Shep Solomon unpackaged this fan favorite track. www.instagram.com/the.original.doll

Picture a scene: a raucous jungle party… animals swinging from vines and suddenly a thunderous pop-rock break erupts! Phil Collins is leading the charge… behind him is one of the biggest boy bands on earth. That collision of generations & styles is  “Trashin’ the Camp” ! the Disney Tarzan song that paired  Phil Collins  with  *NSYNC , and became a loud, playful footnote in both of the artists’...

Steve Lunt, Britney Spears' A&R, answers the questions: Was Outrageous suppose to be the lead single? Was it going to be the lead single because of CATWOMAN? Was it going to be a second single? Steve on having a meeting with Britney Spears about the fate of this R Kelly written song. Host: James Rodriguez

Guest: Vince Degiorgio, International A&R VP at RCA Records who helped break NSYNC in the US. A deep dive into the NSYNC's HOME FOR CHRISTMAS. The decisions to have more original songs than covers. The moment Vince knew that JC and Justin were going to be amazing pop writers. Also, the terrible edit of Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and why it shouldn't be remixed. #NSYNC Host: ⁠ ⁠Jam...

Honoring more of *NSYNC's debut album with special guests! Vince DeGiorgio, International A&R VP at RCA Records who helped break NSYNC in the US. Here is a deep dive into the decisions for including certain songs on the US release of *NSYNC's debut album. #NSYNC Host: ⁠James Rodriguez

Our series honoring Britney Spears' eras of In The Zone, My Prerogative and Chaotic. Dive into the global hit, TOXIC with arranger and JIVE Records AnR Executive Steve Lunt joins us for this series honoring the princess of pop from 2003-2006. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠James Rodriguez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Our series honoring Britney Spears' eras of In The Zone, My Prerogative and Chaotic. Dive into the Moby assisted production and how RedZone was able to create such a vibe. JIVE Records AnR Executive Steve Lunt joins us for this series honoring the princess of pop from 2003-2006. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠James Rodriguez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Our series honoring Britney Spears' eras of In The Zone, My Prerogative and Chaotic. Breathe On Me is considered by many to be one of Britney's best songs...ever. Songwriter and programmer Steve Anderson on making this In The Zone track. JIVE Records AnR Executive Steve Lunt joins us for this series honoring the princess of pop from 2003-2006. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠James Rodriguez⁠⁠⁠⁠

Honoring more of *NSYNC's debut album with special guests! RCA A&R Dave Novik, Songwriter Alan Rich, Producer and Songwriter Veit Renn, Songwriter and Producer Alex Greggs. Host: www.instagram.com/the.original.doll

Our series honoring Britney Spears' eras of In The Zone, My Prerogative and Chaotic. Learn about one of the most important creators in pop music... Cathy Dennis and another collaboration for Britney called SHOWDOWN. JIVE Records AnR Executive Steve Lunt joins us for this series honoring the princess of pop from 2003-2006. Host: ⁠⁠⁠James Rodriguez⁠⁠⁠

Our series honoring Britney Spears' eras of In The Zone, My Prerogative and Chaotic. We learn about the collaboration with Ying Yang Twins and how Boom Boom came to be. JIVE Records AnR Executive Steve Lunt joins us for this series honoring the princess of pop from 2003-2006. Host: ⁠⁠James Rodriguez⁠⁠

Side 1: Dave Novik (A&R RCA) and his time in the music industry. Side 2: (54:00) Dave Novik tracks 2-6 ; Veit Renn on For The Girl Who Has Everything. Host: ⁠James Rodriguez

Our series honoring Britney Spears' eras of In The Zone, My Prerogative and Chaotic. We learn about the collaboration with RedZone that started with Pop Culture **ore and how a "no" would help create Me Against The Music. JIVE Records AnR Executive Steve Lunt joins us for this series honoring the princess of pop from 2003-2006. Host: ⁠James Rodriguez⁠

We begin our series honoring Britney Spears' eras of In The Zone, My Prerogative and Chaotic with an episode explaining where Britney was prior to releasing her album, and clearing up the misinformation about what the lead single options were. JIVE Records AnR Executive Steve Lunt joins us for this series honoring the princess of pop from 2003-2006. Host: James Rodriguez

The origin story of *NSYNC as told from court records. Guest Dave Novik (A&R RCA) on the transition from Germany to the US, and why it was important to re-configure the debut album. Diving into the charts, impact and legacy of debut album opener .Tearin' Up My Heart. Host: James Rodriguez

Rewinding back to honor Madonna's first top 5 hit in the US, diving into why this single needs more attention and helped build a foundation from club kid to global pop star. Host: James Rodriguez

Taylor Swift has done it again but this time she's taking center stage in her most cinematic self aware and emotionally fearless album yet the life of a showgirl this isn't just another pop record it's a confession A spectacle and a love letter to the highs and heart breaks of fame from glitter covered heart breaks to songs that might just be very real people in her orbit Taylor invite...

Karan Ashley has had a career as an Actress, Singer, TV host, Radio DJ, Podcaster, Writer as well as a TV and Film Producer. Karan Ashley starred in the #1 children's television show in the world as Aisha the Yellow Ranger in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. She was in two seasons of Power Rangers and the blockbuster 20th Century Fox produced movie, "Power Rangers the Movie."  Karan has...

After 7 years the wait is finally over! Mariah Carey just dropped her 16th studio album HERE FOR IT ALL and we are breaking it all down on The Original Doll with James Rodriguez. Hit play and take the journey with us into this brand new era of the icon herself. #mariahcarey #hereforitall

Think a pop icon can’t reinvent herself? Meet Bedtime Stories the album that whispered its way into legend.... Honoring and discussing the impact of Madonna's 1994 album. Host: James Rodrigez

Guest: Dizzy Banko The music producer gives insight into his career and the creation of the song Principal from Cardi B's long awaited sophomore album. Host: James Rodriguez www.instagram.com/the.original.doll

Happy Anniversary to Madonna’s 1986 song which happened to be the title track from her 3rd studio album True Blue. Per the Recording Industry Association of America, Madonna’s throwback sounding hit was released Sept 10, 1986. Now let me guide you through the making, meaning, and enduring charm of “True Blue.”  Host: James Rodriguez

✨ Step back to 2001: Britney Spears dropped  “I’m a Slave 4 U”  and changed the game. 🚨 From bubblegum pop princess ➝ bold, R&B-driven icon. On today’s pod, we unpack the making of this track + what Pharrell & Britney had to say about it...raw, fearless, iconic. 🔥 Shoutout to Grammy Winner Dave Aude & A&R Steve Lunt. 🎧 #BritneySpears #Podcast