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Nostalgia & Now

Kelli Williams
Love Is Blind
Laguna Beach
Reality TV
Bravo
The Hills
Teen Choice Awards
Glee
Dream Street
Taylor Frankie Paul
The Vampire Diaries
Alcohol Addiction
Thirteen
James Cameron
The OC
United States
One Tree Hill
Backstreet Boys
Ashlee Simpson
Twitter
Dakota

Nostalgia and Now is your go-to podcast for reality TV throwbacks and pop culture conversations. Hosted by Kelli Williams, the show dives into iconic moments from the 90s and 2000s alongside today’s biggest headlines. Think brunch with friends who know way too much about reality TV and pop culture, complete with laughs, hot takes, and a little unqualified advice.

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Latest Episodes

This week Kelli is back with more personal stories, this time focusing on her celebrity run ins. From Jesse McCartney and Kristin Cavallari to 5 Seconds of Summer and Kelsea Ballerini, there are a lot of names dropped and even more chaotic stories to... more

This week Kelli kicks off a brand new series called You Know Mall? Originally titled Meet Me At The Mall but let’s be honest, that was way too long. Joining her are two of her best friends, Conversation Starters host Lex Niko and Bravo historian Sama... more

This week Kelli dives into some of Hollywood’s weirdest and most fascinating celebrity facts that somehow sound completely fake. From bizarre casting inspirations to random celebrity connections and forgotten early 2000s lore, this episode has a litt... more

What really happens after American Idol ends? Kimberley Locke joins Nostalgia and Now to talk about the reality behind the fame, the pressure, and finding herself again.

Kelli sits down with Kimberley to revisit her time on American Idol season 2, t... more

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Recent Guests

Lex Niko
Guest, reality TV commentator and Bravo historian-inclined
Episode: 149. You Know Mall? with Lex Niko and Samantha Bush
Samantha Bush
Guest, reality TV enthusiast and commentator
Episode: 149. You Know Mall? with Lex Niko and Samantha Bush
Kimberley Locke
Artist from American Idol season 2, singer of 8th World Wonder and Founder/Performer in a One Woman Show
Musician/Performer
Episode: 147. Kimberley Locke on American Idol, 8th World Wonder, & Finding Herself Again
Heather Shaw
Comedian and content creator who hosts Heather Shaw Comedy
Independent / Heather Shaw Comedy
Episode: 145. The Unhinged Reality of 2000s Celebrity Culture with Heather Shaw
Talan Torriero
Cast member from Laguna Beach, musician/advertising professional
Episode: 141. Talan's Here!
Jill BadLotto
TikTok content creator focusing on pop culture nostalgia and reality TV history
Self-employed/Content Creator
Episode: 132. MySpace, Bravo & Gossip Girl: A Nostalgia Spiral with Jill BadLotto
Chase Johnson
Season 3 musician, Laguna Beach alum
Open Air Stereo
Episode: 128. Chase Johnson: Laguna Beach, Music, and Life After MTV
Greg Raposo
Member of Dream Street
Dream Street
Episode: 126. Dream Street Then and Now: Greg Raposo & Matt Ballinger on Life Inside a Pop Machine
Matt Ballinger
Member of Dream Street
Dream Street
Episode: 126. Dream Street Then and Now: Greg Raposo & Matt Ballinger on Life Inside a Pop Machine

Host

Kelli Williams
Host of a podcast centered around nostalgic pop culture and reality TV discussions, incorporating humor and personal anecdotes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 756 ratings
  • Love it!

    Such a fun podcast, thank you, Kelli!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YgzCLE
    United States13 days ago
  • Great!

    Kelli - So glad I found BTB years ago and glad I have another podcast to listen with Nostalgia and Now! Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TNMills0707
    United States16 days ago
  • Love the pod!

    Listener from BTB who now loves this one. Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing more about your life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    reganc93
    United States16 days ago
  • Your whole show…

    …is just one rip off after the other! Even your vernacular is just stuff you’ve heard people like Danny Pelegrino. You and your fat co host just steal from others.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Andrésney
    United States16 days ago
  • Sober ep

    Kelli you are awesome. Loved the ep. It really spoke to me. So honest, so real, so genuinely comforting because you’re in a good place!!! Millennial drinking culture was out of control and I’m glad younger generations are drinking less!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Veganandthicc
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous takes on iconic pop culture moments from the 90s and 2000s.
There is a strong connection felt with the host, as many state they feel like they are chatting with a friend during each episode.
The host's relatable storytelling keeps fans coming back for more weekly content.
Listeners enjoy a blend of nostalgia and current commentary, making the show feel both familiar and fresh.

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Apple Podcasts
#239
United States/TV & Film
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#224
Canada/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#203
Australia/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#226
Italy/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#41
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#49
Mexico/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

147. Kimberley Locke on American Idol, 8th World Wonder, & Finding Herself Again
Q: Did you feel prepared for the level of notoriety after Idol?
She says she was not prepared at all and that producers didn't fully anticipate the show's explosion, which made the fame harder to manage.
147. Kimberley Locke on American Idol, 8th World Wonder, & Finding Herself Again
Q: What was it like being part of one of the most watched seasons of American Idol?
Kimberley describes the period as chaotic but magical, with the show's popularity overwhelming yet thrilling, and notes how the era's lack of social media created a different kind of celebrity experience.
132. MySpace, Bravo & Gossip Girl: A Nostalgia Spiral with Jill BadLotto
Q: I need your opinion on this because I always see, I am a Lauren Conrad like truth her to the point where it's probably annoying. What do you think of everyone being like, Lauren was the real villain and everything on The Hills was fake?
There's a larger conversation about what was real versus staged in The Hills, and labeling Lauren as the sole villain ignores the show's broader dynamics and other players' actions; it's more nuanced than a single villain archetype.
128. Chase Johnson: Laguna Beach, Music, and Life After MTV
Q: Did reality TV help the band or complicate things?
He says it was overall positive, helping visibility and the music career, while acknowledging some stigma about being signed due to a show, and explaining the long history of the band prior to MTV.
128. Chase Johnson: Laguna Beach, Music, and Life After MTV
Q: What was it like getting the call about the record deal and was it all on camera?
Chase describes the surreal, documentary-like moment of the call, noting there was some behind-the-scenes coordination with MTV and Epic/Sony, and that the moment felt authentic despite any dramatization.

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What is Nostalgia & Now about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A vibrant mix of pop culture analysis and nostalgia defines the content, focusing prominently on reality TV throwbacks from the 90s and 2000s and their connections to contemporary pop culture. The host brings a refreshing perspective through discussions on current headlines, iconic television moments, and personal anecdotes, often laced with humor and candid takes. Unique features include the host's engagement with audience insights and guest contributions, fostering a community feeling reminiscent of casual brunch conversations with knowledgeable friends about reality TV dynamics and cultural phenomena.

Listeners are likely to find a blend of entertainment and sentimentality in the discussions, appealing to those who have a fondness for t... more

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Recent guests on Nostalgia & Now include:

1. Lex Niko
2. Samantha Bush
3. Kimberley Locke
4. Heather Shaw
5. Talan Torriero
6. Jill BadLotto
7. Chase Johnson
8. Greg Raposo

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