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What's Your Issue?

Cloud10
Playboy
Magazines
Sarah Michelle Gellar
The Girls Next Door
Print Media
Pop Culture
Celebrity Culture
Kendra Wilkinson
Bridget Marquardt
Holly Madison
Nostalgia
Cosmogirl
Media Representation
Britney Spears
September 2006 Playboy Issue
Sassy Magazine
Teen Magazines
Lindsay Lohan
Madonna
Boy Bands

"What's Your Issue?" is a pop culture podcast hosted by Troy McEady and Dara Laine Sussman. Each week they'll take a nostalgic deep dive into the past, dissecting magazine issues from various decades and genres.

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It’s the final episode of Scream Queens Month, and Dara and Troy are joined by Jackie Johnson (Natch Beaut) to talk about the original late-‘90s scream queen — Sarah Michelle Gellar. This week’s issue is the April 1998 Rolling Stone cover story that ... more

It’s week two of Scream Queens Month, and Troy and Dara are talking about the one and only Brandy Norwood — star of I Still Know What You Did Last Summer. The issue of the week is Vibe Magazine, April 1998, featuring Brandy at the height of her fame.... more

In their first episode back, Dara and Troy kick off “Scream Queens Month” by cracking open the October 2008 issue of GQ to talk about the y2k scream queen Megan Fox. They discuss her GQ cover article, her complicated relationship with fame, and why s... more

What’s Your Issue? is back — and now part of the Cloud10 podcast network! Hosted by pop culture archivists Troy McEady (Beyond the Blinds, Dunzo!) and Dara Laine Sussman (Les Deux You Remember This?), this weekly nostalgia trip dives into the most ic... more

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Recent Guests

Jackie Johnson
Former host of Natch Butte and comedian.
Episode: Scream Queens: Sarah Michelle Gellar (with Jackie Johnson)
Anna Camp
Actress and singer, currently starring in Peacock's Hysteria
Peacock
Episode: People Magazine, September 16th, 1985 with Special Guest Anna Camp!
Michael Johnson
Co-creator of Dirty Pop documentary series and former boy band member
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Episode: Popstar! Magazine, April 2002 with Dirty Pop's Michael Johnson

Hosts

Troy McEady
Co-host known for humor and insightful commentary on pop culture and media.
Dara Laine Sussman
Co-host recognized for unique voice and comedic perspective on nostalgic topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 628 ratings
  • YAY WE’RE BACK

    I found this podcast from Beyond the Blinds and I’m obsessed. Been wondering where’s it’s been. SO glad to see it’s coming back!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    louise_em
    United Statesa month ago
  • Yay I’m so happy you are back!

    I would listen to anything you guys do! You are absolute magic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reneew1985
    Australiaa month ago
  • Amazing

    Thank you for this 😂😂😂♥️♥️♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Red Bull and Coke
    United States4 months ago
  • We demand more, we need our fix!

    I absolutely love these two together, there is something so delicious about Dara’s unique voice and quips and Troy’s laugh and accents are seratoninnnn! Smart, interesting, entertaining…. When can we expect more episodes???

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HYOSTIGGP
    United States5 months ago
  • Waiting for new episodes!!

    I’ve been binging these episodes after dying for Beyond the blinds to release more aswell!! I can’t wait for more episodes to come out, I’m a 23 year old so this is like a history lesson for me, I love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaz.aoe
    United States5 months ago

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The show is celebrated for its humorous reflections on magazine culture, pitching it as an engaging and entertaining experience.
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Comments reveal a deep connection with the themes discussed, often resonating with shared memories of growing up in particular cultural eras.

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Scream Queens: Megan Fox for GQ
Q: What's your issue?
My issue is the 2008 issue of GQ with Megan Fox, the hottest damn bitch alive on the cover.
CosmoGirl! from April 2004 with Cover Girl Sarah Michelle Gellar
Q: What's your issue?
Dara discusses the April 2004 issue of CosmoGirl featuring Sarah Michelle Gellar.
Popstar! Magazine, April 2002 with Dirty Pop's Michael Johnson
Q: Can you tell us what a press day is like when you're doing a teen magazine? What is that experience?
Typically, it involves a full day of photo shoots and answering questions that often seem geared toward young children.

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This podcast engages listeners in a nostalgic exploration of pop culture through the lens of past magazine issues, focusing particularly on the social dynamics and changing cultural narratives from various decades. The hosts examine diverse topics ranging from celebrity culture and fashion trends to the societal implications of media portrayal, often weaving personal anecdotes and witty observations into their discussions. Each episode highlights iconic moments from magazines, making it a unique blend of commentary that caters to both contemporary audiences and those interested in the historical context of media representation.

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