History of the 90s

www.attendancebias.buzzsprout.com

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

GUEST INFO:

Max Noel, retired FBI Special Agent

Terry Turchie, retired FBI Special Agent and former Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI Counterterrorism Division

They co-authored with their colleague Jim Freeman;

Unabomber: How the FBI Broke Its Own Rules to Capture the Terrorist Ted Kaczynski

Capturing The Unabomber: The FBI Insiders' Story

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Phish and the 90s Jam Band Explosion | 154

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

In the 1990s there was a new wave of improvisational rock groups known as jam bands.

By far the biggest was the genre defying foursome Phish from Burlington, Vermont.

In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at their rise from college band to a touring sensation capable of attracting tens of thousands of obsessed fans to far flung locations.

This is the story of Phish and the 90s jam band explosion.

Guest Info:

Brian Weinstein: Host of the podcast Attendance Bias which invites Phish fans to talk about the band’s most memorable concerts.

Mike Ayers: Journalist and author of Sharing in the Groove: The Untold Story of the 90s Jam Band Explosion and the Scene that followed.

www.mike-ayers.com

Show Info:

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

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The Testimony of Anita Hill | 153

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT

In July 1991 President George HW Bush nominated Clarence Thomas to the US Supreme Court. Initial reaction to the nomination suggested there would be a contentious Senate confirmation battle that would probe Thomas’s conservative views on issues such as abortion and affirmative action. But there was no real concern that Bush’s pick might not be approved. That is until one woman’s testimony threatened to derail the entire process.

In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the moment when the little know concept of workplace sexual harassment was catapulted into public consciousness. This is the testimony of Anita Hill.

Guest Info:

Rev. Dr. Traci C. West; Professor of Christian Ethics and African American Studies at Drew University Theological School in Madison, NJ

www.traciwest.com

Show Info:

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

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Ross Rebagliati and Snowboarding | Revisited

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Snowboarding exploded in popularity during the 1990s, but its road to legitimacy was anything but smooth. On this episode of History of the 90s, Kathy Kenzora traces the rebellious roots of snowboarding, from outlaw status at ski hills to its mainstream breakthrough and eventual Olympic debut. Joining the show is Canadian snowboarder Ross Rebagliati, who made history at the 1998 Nagano Games by winning the very first Olympic gold medal in the sport. Together they trace snowboarding’s wild early days, the cultural clashes with the skiing establishment, and what it was like to stand at the center of a sport redefining winter athletics. It’s a deep dive into how the 90s helped turn snowboarding from counterculture to global phenomenon.

Guest info:

Ross Rebagliati

Instagram: ⁠⁠@rossrebagliati98⁠⁠

Show Info:

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

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Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan | 152

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

In one of the most shocking scandals in sports history, figure skating collided with true crime. This episode dives into the bitter rivalry of Olympic skaters Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding, and the 1994 attack that stunned the world just weeks before the Winter Olympics.

Kathy Kenzora unpacks what really happened, how the media shaped the narrative, and why this story still sparks debate more than 30 years later.

Guest Info:

Alison Brown and Jill Jaracz host the podcast: Keep the Flame Alive

www.flamealive.com

Show Info:

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Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

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Introducing "Haunted Canada at The Briars Resort"

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Whispers echo through the halls of this 1840 resort and not every footstep belongs to the living. The Briars Resort and Spa in Georgina, Ontario is a beautiful location for a Christmas getaway and a perfect place to savour what the season has to offer.

It is also a fabulous go-to destination if you wish to experience unexplained phenomena or to perhaps see a ghost or two.

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1990's Christmas Movies | 149

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT

The 1990s were loaded with great holiday movies. From "Home Alone" to "A Nightmare before Christmas" there was something for everyone.

In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at five Christmas classics that have stood the test of time.

Show Info:

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

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The Rise & Fall of David Duke | 148

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

In the early 1990s David Duke became one of the most famous racists in the United States.

After winning a seat in the Louisiana House of Representatives the former leader of the KKK, mounted multiple political campaigns seeking higher office, including President of the United States. His rising popularity revealed a growing racial divide in the United States.

In this episode of History of the 90s we are looking back at the rise and fall of the man who tried to mainstream Neo-Nazism and White Supremacist beliefs in US politics. Show Info:

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

Guest Info:

Tyler Bridges, author of: The Rise and Fall of David Duke

www.tylerbridges.com

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The Toronto Blue Jays: Part 2 | 147

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

After winning the World Series in 1992 Blue Jays GM Pat Gillick did another major overhaul of the Toronto baseball team in an effort to win the Commissioner's Trophy for a second year in a row.

In this episode of History of the 90s we continue looking back at Canada's baseball team with Part Two of The Toronto Blue Jays.

Show Info:

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

Guest Info:

Greg Brady, host of Toronto Today on 640 Toronto

X: ⁠@gregbradyx⁠

Instagram: ⁠@gregfbrady⁠

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The Toronto Blue Jays: Part 1 | 146

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

In the early 1990s the Toronto Blue Jays won back-to-back World Series with legendary players like Joe Carter, Roberto Alomar and John Olerud. Over the next two episodes of History of the 90s we look back at the first Canadian team to win the Major League Baseball championship.

Show Info:

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

Guest Info:

Greg Brady, host of Toronto Today on 640 Toronto

X: @gregbradyx

Instagram: @gregfbrady

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Introducing... Stop Rewind: The Lost Boy | Through A Glass Darkly | 1

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Taj Khyber Rowland knows he’s not who people think he is but he can’t quite remember how his life went so off course.

He decides to spool backwards, to his younger self. A daredevil seven year old Chellamuthu, living happily, but in abject poverty, with his large family in rural India.

But when Chellamuthu disobeys his mother and goes to play at the bus station, he’s persuaded to board a bus with some bigger boys.

He’s kidnapped. And there’s no going back.

Contact:

Facebook: ⁠⁠@BlanchardHouseStories⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠@BlanchardHouseStories⁠⁠

X (formerly Twitter): ⁠⁠@BlanchardTweets⁠⁠

Blanchard House website: ⁠⁠blanchard-house.com⁠

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The Countdown to Y2K | 145

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

If you were around in the 90s it may have felt like the Y2kcomputer problem came out of nowhere. But in fact it was something that programmers were always aware of. In this episode of History of the 90s we’re looking back at the steps taken to make sure a problem with the world’s computers didn’t wreak havoc on society on January 1, 2000. And depending on who you talk to it was either a major success or a massive hoax.

Show Info:

ZacharyLoeb, Assistant Professor of History at Purdue University

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

Guest Info:

Robert David Loblaw

Nancy P. James

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The Hunt for the Abbotsford Killer | 144

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

In 1995 a small community in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley was rocked by the brutal attack on two teenage girls by a mysterious man armed with a bat. Misty Cockerill escaped but her friend Tanya Smith was found dead the next morning in a nearby river. Over the next seven months the killer led police on a wild game of cat and mouse as he taunted them with phone calls and other disturbing messages.

In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the hunt for the Abbotsford Killer.

Show Info:

Murder, Madness and Mayhem: 25 Tales of True Crime and Dark History

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

Guest Info:

Mike Browne, author and podcast host

Dark Poutine Podcast

Strange, Spooky and Supernatural: Curious Tales of Fascinating People, Places and Things

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The Crow | 143

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Released in 1994 and directed by Alex Proyas, The Crow is more than just a revenge tale. It’s a journey through grief, justice, and the supernatural. Based on James O’Barr’s graphic novel, the film tells the tragic story of Eric Draven and Shelly Webster who are murdered by a Detroit gang. A year later Eric is resurrected from his grave to avenge their deaths and soothe the guilt he feels for failing to protect his fiancé.

With its haunting visuals, unforgettable soundtrack, and the tragic real-life story of Brandon Lee—whose performance became his legacy—the film carved out a permanent place in pop culture.

In this episode of History of the 90s we track The Crow’s journey from comic book series to cult classic.

Show Info:

www.alishajournalist.wordpress.com⁠

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

Guest Info:

Alisha Mughal, journalist, film critic and author of ⁠It Can’t Rain All The Time: The Crow⁠ ⁠

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Vanilla Ice | Revisited @ 35

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

This year marks 35 years since Vanilla Ice released a song that, whether you like or not, had a huge impact on rap music

To mark the occasion we are revisiting an episode of History of the 90s that dives into the lore of Ice Ice Baby. Including a famous story that involves Vanilla Ice being dangled from a balcony by a certain rap mogul.

Watch Vanilla Ice at the 1991 American Music Awards: https://youtu.be/Wg6F4wG-i7w

Show Info:

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

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Cod Moratorium | 142

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

In July 1992 the Canadian government banned cod fishing along Newfoundland’s east coast in an effort to help restore cod stocks that had been depleted due to overfishing.

The moratorium was supposed to last 18 months but ended up being extended indefinitely.

The collapse of the industry ended nearly five centuries of cod fishing, led to the largest industrial layoff in Canada, devastated Newfoundland’s economy and shook the province’s identity to the core.

Show Info:

⁠www.jennthornhillverma.com⁠

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

Guest info:

Jenn Thornhill-Verma, journalist and author of: ⁠Cod Collapse, The Rise and Fall of Newfoundland’s Saltwater Cowboys  ⁠

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Oasis vs Blur | 141

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

This year marks 30 years since two of Britpop’s biggest bands went head to head in a chart battle that gripped the UK, reinvigorated the music scene and defined an era.

In this episode of History of the 90s we revisit Oasis vs Blur with help from musician and rock and roll historian Daniel Rachel. Show Info:

Daniel Rachel – Musician-turned-award winning author

Substack: ⁠@historyofthe90s⁠

Guest Info:

Daniel Rachel, musician, rock and roll historian and author of Don’t Look Back in Anger: The Rise and Fall of Cool Britannia Told by Those Who Were Therewww.danielrachel.com

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The Toronto Raptors: Part 2 | 140

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT

This year marks 30 years since Toronto’s NBA team played its firstgame. Since then it has built a loyal fan base, helped grow the sport in Canada and influence a generation of players. Along the way the team also managed to win the NBA championship in 2019. On this episode of History of the ' 90s we’re going back to the beginning to findout how it all started. This is the conclusion of the Toronto Raptors' origin story.

Show Info:

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@that90spodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠90s@curiouscast.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Guest info:

Alex Wong, author and podcast host

⁠⁠⁠Prehistoric: The Audacious and Improbable origin story of the Toronto Raptors⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Hello and Welcome⁠⁠

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The Toronto Raptors: Part 1 | 139

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Show Info:

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Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠90s@curiouscast.ca⁠⁠⁠

Guest info:

Alex Wong, author and podcast host

Prehistoric: The Audacious and Improbable origin story of the Toronto Raptors

Hello and Welcome

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Clueless | 138

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora will give you the 4-1-1 on how a teen movie with a modest budget adapted from a 200 year old book became a cultural juggernaut that continues to be felt thirty years later.

This is the story of Clueless.

Show Contact Info:

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@that90spodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠90s@curiouscast.ca⁠⁠⁠

Guest info:

⁠Veronica Litt, ⁠assistant professor of English at Cape Breton University and author of: ⁠Ugh! As if!: Clueless⁠

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Additional Sources for this episode: ⁠As if! The Oral History of Clueless as told by Amy Heckerling and the Cast and Crew By Jen Chaney⁠

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Jann Arden | 137

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora is joined by singer/songwriter Jann Arden as they discuss her journey from busker to Canadian icon.

Show Contact Info:

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@that90spodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠90s@curiouscast.ca⁠⁠

Guest Info:

www.jannarden.comInstagram: @jannarden

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American Girl Dolls | 136

Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT

During the 1990s a doll that taught kids about American History became a major force within the crowded toy market. The 18 inch historically accurate dolls were expensive and only available by mail order, but they managed to capture the imagination of an entire generation and in the process made inventor Pleasant Rowland incredibly wealthy. On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the cultural phenomenon of American Girl.

Show Contact Info:

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@that90spodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠90s@curiouscast.ca⁠⁠

Guest info:

Emilie Zaslow, professor at Pace University in New York and author of Playing With America's Doll: Cultural Analysis of the American Girl Collection

www.emiliezaslow.com

Dominique Jean-Louis, the chief historian of the Center for Brooklyn History at the Brooklyn Public Library. Previously as a curator of history exhibits at the New York Historical Museum she worked on an exhibit that focused on the history and significance of Black Dolls in American history.

X: @DominiqueJL15

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The Zapatista Uprising | 135

Wed, 14 May 2025 04:00:00 GMT

On January 1, 1994, masked indigenous rebels burst from therainforest in Chiapas, Mexico to launch an uprising that was years in themaking.

The Zapatista Army declared war on the Mexican Government demanding basics rights for the diverse Mayan communities who lived in extreme poverty through out the region.

The rebellion, which captured the world’s attention thanks in part to the Zapatista’s charismatic leader, coincided with the enactment of the North American Free Trade Agreement and was disastrous for Mexican President Carlos Salinas who had promised his trade partners that Mexico was a modern, peaceful democratic country.

Show Contact Info:

Instagram: ⁠@that90spodcast⁠

Email: ⁠90s@curiouscast.ca

Guest Info:

Neil Harvey, Professor New Mexico State University andauthor of :

The Chiapas Rebellion; The Struggle for Land and Democracy

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Introducing... A Most Audacious Heist - The Only Way Is Up | 02

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Hey, it's Kathy and I wanted to give you a little teaser for another great podcast that you can now binge in full! Check out A Most Audacious Heist wherever you podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/heist

Everyone’s gotta start somewhere. Daniel enjoys his first taste of crime and the thrill of getting away with it. And a privileged young Sisi takes her freedom for granted not realizing she’s about to be caught in a trap. Is their destiny already written in the stars?

Contact:

Facebook: @BlanchardHouseStories

Instagram: @BlanchardHouseStories

X (formerly Twitter): @BlanchardTweets

Blanchard House website: blanchard-house.com

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The WB & The Teen Drama: Part 2 | 134

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT

When The WB found success with the teen drama's 7th Heaven and Buffy the Vampire Slayer the fledgling new network decided to fully embrace the genre. On this episode we continue our look back at some of the iconic teen dramas that helped put The WB on the map during it's 11 year run and created core memories for the millennials who grew up watching them.

Sources for this episode include:

Season Finale: The Unexpected Rise and Fall of The WB and UPN

By Susanne Daniels and Cynthia Littleton

If hearing about Dawson's epic breakdown at the end of season three wasn't enough, you can watch it here.

Show Contact Info:

Instagram: @that90spodcast

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The WB & The Teen Drama: Part 1 | 133

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT

When The WB launched in January 1995 it's initial block of programming focused on comedy with four new sitcoms including The Wayans Brothers. But it wasn't comedy that would come to define the short lived television network. Instead The WB became known as the home of the teen drama. Over the next two episode we look back at some of the most iconic teen dramas ever seen on television. From Seventh Heaven and Buffy the Vampire Slayer to Dawson's Creek and Charmed, this is the story of The WB.

Sources for this episode include:

Season Finale: The Unexpected Rise and Fall of The WB and UPN

By Susanne Daniels and Cynthia Littleton

Show Contact Info:

Instagram: @that90spodcast

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Kurt Browning | 132

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Canada's Kurt Browning made history at the 1988 World Figure Skating Championships when he became the first person to successfully land a quadruple jump in competition.

He went on to dominate men's figure skating into the 1990s, winning a record breaking four world titles, including three in a row from 1989 to 1991.

On this episode Kurt Browning joins us to talk about his amazing career and what it was like to be a superstar skater in the 90s.

Guest Info:

Kurt Browning Stars On Ice

Instagram: @kb. on.ice

X: @KurtBrowning

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Show Info:

Instagram: @that90spodcast

TikTok: @90spodcast

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Tupac Shakur | 131

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 05:00:00 GMT

When Tupac Shakur was gunned down in September 1996 it ended his short but monumental career as a rapper and actor. But his death did not stop his popularity and influence from continuing to grow.

In this episode of History of the 90s we’re looking back at the extraordinary life and career of one of the most influential and controversial figures in hip-hop history.

Guest Info:

Ian Steaman, award-winning screenwriter and former music industry executive

www.iansteaman.com

Instagram: @ian.steaman

SHOW INFO:

Show Info:

Instagram: @that90spodcast

TikTok: @90spodcast

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Nelson Mandela and Apartheid | Revisited @ 35

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:40:00 GMT

This year marks 35 years since Nelson Mandela was released from prison and apartheid was dismantled in South Africa.

To mark the anniversary we are revisiting an episode that looks at some of aspects of the anti-apartheid struggle that you might not know: pirate radio and protest songs.

Pirate radio was a weapon used by the African National Congress to inspire black South Africans and to counter propaganda and misinformation by the apartheid government. While protest songs performed by western musicians played a pivotal role in raising awareness in the rest of the world about the injustices in South Africa.

Songs mentioned in episode:

Biko, by Peter Gabriel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luVpsM3YAgw

Free Nelson Mandela, by The Special AKA https://youtu.be/FmKiq0mQd8c?si=5J-EdHYYZU4rbusW

Sun City, by Artists United Against Apartheid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BIvf-ZlJNc

Guest Info:

Sekibakiba Peter Lekgoathi (Ph.D.)

Associate Professor of History

University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

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Show Info:

Instagram: @that90spodcast

TikTok: @90spodcast

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Introducing: A Most Audacious Heist - Shoot For The Moon | 01

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:50:59 GMT

It’s a summer night in 1998. Vienna, Austria. And petty thief Daniel Blanchard is about to carry out the heist of a lifetime. Stealing a crown jewel. The last remaining diamond Sisi Star.

His plan? A daring night-time parachute jump.

Daniel is no ordinary thief. His heists are ingenious, meticulously planned; his escapes from the law defy belief. And Daniel knows that if he can get his hands on the star, it will launch him into the criminal big-leagues.

Daniel’s exploits unleash a relentless game of cat-and-mouse, as police track him across continents yet vanishes from their grasp.

What he doesn’t know is that the Sisi Star has a history. A dark history. Its original owner, the legendary Empress Elisabeth of Austria, used it to carve her own legacy of absolute beauty and power. That pursuit drove her to her very limits.

And now Daniel’s fate is fixed to that same star. But how long can Sisi’s star stay lucky for Daniel?

This is A Most Audacious Heist – it’s the story of a master thief, an intercontinental manhunt, and the jewel that changes everything.

Contact:

Facebook: @BlanchardHouseStories

Instagram: @BlanchardHouseStories

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Blanchard House website: blanchard-house.com

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LGBTQ+ Representation on TV in the '90s| 130

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT

During the 1990s TV’s approach to LGBTQ+ characters underwent a dramatic transformation.

Groundbreaking storylines on numerous shows including My So Called Life, Roseanne, Ellen and Will and Grace played a crucial role in increasing queer representation on television.

On this Episode of History of the ‘90s we look back at some of the characters and shows that helped bring more queer content into the mainstream.

GUEST INFO:

Stephen Tropiano, Professor and Program Director of Ithaca College’s JB Pendleton Center in Los Angeles. Author of The Prime Time Closet: A History of Gays and Lesbians on TV

Ron Becker, Professor of Media and Communication and Strategic Communication at Miami University. Author of Gay TV and Straight America

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Show Info:

Instagram: @that90spodcast

TikTok: @90spodcast

www.thegaytennispodcast.com

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Tennis Rivalries in the 90s | 129

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Tennis in the 1990s was dominated by several young and talented players who helped usher in a new era on both the men’s and women’s tours.

In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the flashy, style of Andre Agassi and his highly talented rival Pete Sampras who faced off in one of the greatest tennis rivalries ever. As well as the equally exciting rivalry between Steffi Graf and Monica Seles which came to a premature and tragic conclusion.

Guest Info:

Tony Hagen, co-host of the Gay Tennis Podcast

Instagram: @thegaytennisopod

Show Info:

Instagram: @that90spodcast

TikTok: @90spodcast

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The Top 10 Stories of 1995 | 128

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT

There are some years when it seems like the world has gone a bit mad and 1995 was one of those years. Deadly terrorist attacks in the US and Japan shocked the world, while an assassination in Israel ended any hope for peace in the middle east. Meantime, high profile murder trials fascinated the public in Los Angeles and Toronto and Quebec came within a hair of separating from Canada. In this episode of History of the 90s we’re taking a look back at those stories and several others as we count down ten of the most memorable events of 1995.

(And sometimes words aren’t enough here’s the link to watch Bill Gates and Steve Balmer dancing at the Windows 95 Launch party: https://youtu.be/lLPAUHdyjRI?si=ar2zY1FEYzM50-V9 )

Show Info:

Instagram: @that90spodcast

TikTok: @90spodcast

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Haunted Canada | Krampus

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT

The holiday season is upon us and one questions is always present.

Have you been naughty or nice? Depending on your answer you'll either be rewarded or you'll find a much more frightening fate will be upon you, and no, it's not a lump of coal.

For centuries, disobedient children in Austria and other Alpine countries have faced a truly terrifying Christmas consequence for their misbehavior — a dreaded visit from Krampus.

If you've misbehaved Krampus can be heard before he can be seen which makes him even more frightening.

The joyful sound of sleigh bells will be replaced by something far more sinister: the menacing clanking of rusty chains accompanied by the eerie tinkling of cowbells.

So be good for goodness sake because Krampus is coming to town.

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Canadian Women in Music: Part 2 | 127

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT

In the 1990s four Canadian women dominated the charts, each with their own style and type of music. On this episode of History of the 90s we continue looking back at the era as we dig into the musical journeys of Sarah McLachlan and Alanis Morisette.

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Andrea Warner, author of "We Oughta Know: How Celine, Shania, Alanis and Sarah Ruled the 90s and Changed Music and co-host of the Pop This! podcast.

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Canadian Women in Music: Part 1 | 126

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT

In the 1990s four Canadian women dominated the charts, each with their own style and type of music. Over the next two episodes of History of the 90s, we are looking back at their journeys to fame and success in a male dominated industry. These are the stories of Celine Dion, Shania Twain, Sarah McLachlan and Alanis Morissette.

Guest Info:

Andrea Warner, author of "We Oughta Know: How Celine, Shania, Alanis and Sarah Ruled the 90s and Changed Music and co-host of the Pop This! podcast.

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American Gladiators | 125

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT

For seven seasons in the 1990s a TV show that featured musclebound men and women doling out punishing hits while dressed in star spangled spandex outfits became a pop culture phenomenon.

In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at American Gladiators with help from Jim Starr better known as Laser, the only Gladiator to appear in every season of the show.

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The OKA -Kanesatake Resistance | 124

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT

In 1990, a plan to expand a golf course in Oka, Quebec led to a 78 day standoff with the Mohawks of Kanesatake who claimed the disputed land belonged to them.

During the tense standoff a provincial police officer was killed, mobs of locals burned effigies and harassed Indigenous people and ultimately Canadian Forces soldiers were deployed to the area.

In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at what led up to the Kanestake Resistance and how it forced Canada to confront a new reality in its relationship with Indigenous people.

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Kahente Horn-Miller, Associate Professor of Indigenous Studies and Associate Vice President Indigenous Teaching, Learning and Research at Carleton University

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The One About Friends | Revisited @ 30

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This year marks 30 years since Friends debuted on NBC and changed the face of television.

Rachel, Ross, Monica, Chandler, Phoebe and Joey quickly became a cultural phenomenon as millions of viewers tuned in each week to watch them navigate that time in your life when your friends are your family.

This week we revisit an episode from 2019 which took a deep dive into the making of the iconic sitcom and tries to answer the question why Friends continues to endure, despite some of its obvious flaws.

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Guest:

Kelsey Miller, author of I’ll Be There for You: The One About Friends

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Susan Smith | 123

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT

In October 1994 a young mom from a small town in South Carolina reported that she was carjacked on a rural road. Susan Smith claimed that an unknown Black man forced her out of her car at gunpoint and then drove away with her two toddlers in the backseat.

The search for the boys and Smith’s emotional pleas for their return drew media attention from around the world for nine days. On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the case and the shocking outcome.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles | 122

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT

When Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman first created four teenage crime fighting turtles it was little more than a bit of fun for the aspiring illustrators.

But over the next few years, the heroes in a half shell became a cultural phenomenon that peaked in the 1990s with a series of live action movies.

In this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora takes you into the sewers of New York for a look back at the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Turtlemania.

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Isaac Elliot-Fisher, cinematographer and production designer at Definitive Film

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Classic Albums of 1994 Part 2 | 121

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT

From Alice in Chains and Green Day to Aaliyah and TLC 1994 was a monumental year in music.

On this episode of History of the 90s we continue are look back at some of the records that dominated the music charts 30 years ago.

This is part two of 10 Classic Albums from 1994.

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Mike Donnelley and Adam Zurbruegg from You’ve Got 90s, New York/New Jersey’s cover band experience

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Classic Albums of 1994 Part 1 | 120

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:00:00 GMT

From Alice in Chains and Green Day to Aaliyah and TLC 1994 was a monumental year in music.

Over the next two episodes of History of the 90s we travel back 30 years for a closer look at some of the records that dominated the music charts.

This is part one of 10 Classic Albums from 1994.

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Mike Donnelley and Adam Zurbruegg from You’ve Got 90s, New York/New Jersey’s coverband experience

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9 TV Episodes Part 2 | 119

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 04:00:00 GMT

From The Simpson’s “Itchy and Scratchy and Poochie Show” to The Soprano’s “College” the 1990s were filled with memorable TV moments.

On this episode we travel back in time for the second part of our series on nine television episodes that defined the 90s.

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9 TV Episodes Part 1 | 118

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMT

From Seinfeld’s "The Contest" to "Jessie’s Song" on Saved By The Bell the 1990s were filled with memorable TV moments.

Over the next two episodes we are going to travel back in time to revisit nine television episodes that defined the 90s and got everybody talking by pushing boundaries and making us laugh.

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Chris Morgan, pop culture writer and author of 99 Episodes That Defined the 90s and The Nickelodeon ‘90s

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Viagra | 117

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode we are looking back at the discovery of a game changing treatment for the male libido and the marketing strategy that made it the fastest selling prescription drug in history.

This is the story of Viagra.

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The Lion King | Revisited @ 30

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the animated Disney classic The Lion King. Since its release on June 24, 1994, The Lion King has remained an enduring part of pop culture thanks to a never ending love by the generation that came of age alongside Simba the lion cub.

On this episode of History of the 90s we revisit an episode released in 2019 to mark the 25th anniversary of The Lion King.

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Introducing... Deadman's Curse Season 2

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:40:00 GMT

In 1931, a larger than life prospector, in search of Slumach’s legendary lost gold mine goes missing in the wilderness of British Columbia.

In this episode, we retrace the epic search and rescue efforts that went into looking for the missing prospector as well potential clues left behind at his campsite, that point to an even bigger mystery of what happened to Volcanic Brown?

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Kru Williams

Guest:

Adam Palmer

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The Phantom Menace | 116

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 04:00:00 GMT

In May 1999 hordes of Star Wars fans swarmed movie theatres for an event that many thought might never happen.

It was release day for a movie they had spent the past 15 years longing for, but all the excitement soon turned to confusion, disappointment and in some cases even anger.

In this episode we are looking back at one of the biggest movie releases of the decade. This is the story of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace.

GUEST INFO:

Fearless Fred Kennedy, radio DJ on Q107 in Toronto weekday 2 – 7pm, comic book writer and creator of the podcast Mud 79, a fan made Star Wars story. Fearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 – A Fan Made Star Wars Story – curiouscast.ca

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Oprah | 115

Wed, 29 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

In the 1990’s Oprah Winfrey set herself apart from other talk show hosts by pivoting away from trash TV shows like Geraldo and Jerry Springer.

Instead Oprah focused on what creating what she called hour long life lessons and in the process she changed TV forever.

On this episode of History of the 90s we track the ascension of the Queen talk.

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Kellie Carter Jackson, award-winning author, professor, historian and podcaster.

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Reena Virk - Part 2 | 114

Wed, 15 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

In November 1997, the shocking swarming murder of 14 year old Reena Virk, a BC teenager made international headlines and brought the issue of teen violence and bullying to the forefront.

In this episode Caitlin and Graeme Duffy from the podcast True North True Crime join Kathy to look back at the long road to justice.

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Caitlin and Graeme Duffy, cohosts of True North True Crime

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Reena Virk - Part 1 | 113

Wed, 01 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

In November 1997, the shocking swarming murder of a BC teenager made international headlines and brought the issue of teen violence and bullying to the forefront.

14 year old Reena Virk was punched and kicked by a group of mainly teen girls after being swarmed under a bridge in the Victoria area. Later when she tried to stagger home, two of the teens followed her and continued the attack.

In this episode I’m joined by Caitlin and Graeme Duffy from the podcast True North True Crime as we look back at the murder of Reena Virk.

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Caitlin and Graeme Duffy, cohosts of True North True Crime

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Owen Hart | 112

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 04:00:00 GMT

In May 1999, Owen Hart, the youngest member of Canada’s first family of wrestling, was at Kansas City's Kemper Arena to compete in the pay-per-view event “Over The Edge.”

Owen was set to enter the wrestling ring by descending from the rafters on a wire attached to a harness as his alter ego The Blue Blazer.

But something went horribly wrong. On this episode of History of the 90s we explore the life and tragic death of Owen “The Rocket” Hart.

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Kevin Michie, Associate Producer and Reporter at Sportsnet.

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Uncharted: The Ever-Popular Kurt-Cobain-Was-Murdered Conspiracy

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:00:00 GMT

When something bad happens, we want to know why…the weirder and badder the event, the more we need to know…

It can’t possibly be random…someone needs to be responsible and held accountable…someone needs to be blamed…and there had better not be any loose ends…

Certain segments of the population have always been suspicious of the official story…forget the simplest of most logical explanation…these awful events or phenomenon’s are the work of some kind of secret cabal or organization pulling the strings of life on earth…it was a conspiracy…

For example, the most famous murder of modern times was the assassination of JFK on November 22, 1963…more than sixty years later, it seems like no one believes that lee Harvey Oswald was the lone gunman…

To be fair, they might be right…there’s been a lot of investigation into the JFK case over the decades…i’m one of those nuts who reads, watches, and listens to everything involved with the assassination…and I gotta tell you that i’m convinced this was the result of a loose need-to-know operation involving the CIA, the deep stage, Cuban exiles, and American mobsters…

There’s also something called “Occam’s razor” which dates back to the 14th century…this Monk—William of Occam—was annoyed at how people blamed supernatural forces when even the simplest thing went wrong…his answer to that was “look, the simplest and most obvious explanation is usually the correct one”…

But try that approach with people who believe the earth is flat and that we never went to the moon…Covid-19 was engineered by the media…and the Illuminati live beneath the Denver airport…

The world of conspiracy theories is a bottomless pit of weirdness…and when it comes to music, one of the deepest and strangest of these theories has to do with what happened above a greenhouse in Seattle on April 5, 1994…

Boy, have I got stories—multiple stories, in fact—about this one…in fact, it might be the most compressive study you’ve ever heard on the subject…this is uncharted: music and mayhem in the music industry, episode 12: it’s the ever-popular Kurt-Cobain-was-murdered theory…

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Top Movies of 1994 | 111

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT

From Pulp Fiction to Forrest Gump, 1994 was an incredible year for cinema. New and veteran directors pushed boundaries while making movies that filled theatres. On this episode of History of the 90s we are looking back at some of the best movies of 1994 to see whether they still hold up today.

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ReBoot | 110

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT

In 1994, the world’s first CGI generated animated show debuted on ABC and YTV and in the process changed the course of animation history.

On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the creation of Reboot, a groundbreaking kids show set inside a computer.

Guests:

Jacob Weldon and Raquel Lin, the creators of the limited documentary series, Reboot Rewind. It will premiere on Telus Optik TV video-on-demand and the Telus STORYHIVE YouTube channel in mid-2024. www.youtube.com/@RebootRewindDoc

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The Yosemite Park Killer | 109

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT

In February 1999 a woman and two teenagers disappeared while on a sightseeing trip at the majestic Yosemite Park. A massive search ended four weeks later when their burned out car was discovered by a hiker.

Police tracked down several suspects and put them behind bars on unrelated charges, assuring the public that the people responsible for the brutal murders were in jail. Then in July 1999 a fourth woman was murdered near the park.

On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the case of the Yosemite Park Killer.

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Guest info:

Dennis McDougal, newspaper journalist and author of many books including The Yosemite Murders. His latest book is Operation White Rabbit: LSD, the DEA, and the Fate of the Acid King. www.dennismcdougal.com

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Traveling Music Festivals | 108

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT

In the summer of 1991, the first ever Lollapalooza festival brought a seven act, nine hour alternative music spectacle to 23 cities across North America

Lollapalooza was the hottest event of the summer and it set the blueprint for traveling music festivals that would dominate the rest of the decade.

On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the traveling summer music festival from Lollapalooza to Lilith Fair.

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Comic Boom and Bust | 107

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT

The 1990s are considered one of the most successful and volatile eras in the history of the comic book industry. A speculator fueled boom, epic storylines and publisher marketing gimmicks led to a massive bubble that eventually burst and nearly destroyed the entire industry. On this episode we look back at the causes and the implications of the 90s comic book boom and bust.

Guest:

Jason Sacks, comic book historian and author of many books including American Comic Book Chronicles: The 1990s

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The Road to Avonlea - Presented by Canadian History EhX

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT

In 1990, a show debuted that followed the adventures of Sara Stanley and the King family on Prince Edward Island. For six years, it was a ratings hit and brought in dozens of Gemini nominations.

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The Top 10 Stories from 1994 | 106

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT

1994 was a year when peace seemed possible. Nelson Mandela took office in South Africa and Israel began withdrawing from the Gaza Strip. But in 1994 we also witnesses a horrible genocide that destroyed a small African country.

Meanwhile in North America we were captivated by a string of sensational crimes that ranged from ridiculous to horrific.

On this episode of History of the 90s we are taking look back at those stories and several others as we count down the most memorable news events of 1994.

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2 Live Crew Obscenity Case | 105

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT

In June 1990, a US federal judge ruled that the 2 Live Crew album “As Nasty As They Wanna Be” was obscene and police could arrest anyone in South Florida who tried to sell it.

It was the first time any album in the US had been deemed obscene and it led to an epic battle between the controversial rappers and the justice system.

On this episode we look back at the great rap censorship scare of 1990.

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Anna Nicole Smith | 104

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT

There are few people who embody the 1990s more than Anna Nicole Smith. The Texas beauty rose to fame after an appearance in Playboy magazine lead to a high profile modelling contract with the Guess fashion brand. And in the midst of it all she made headlines for marrying an 89 year old oil tycoon.

But fame was fleeting for Smith who struggled with a dangerous drug addiction that would eventually lead to her tragic death.

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Britpop and Cool Britannia Part 2 | 103

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s, part two of our look back at the rise and fall of Brit Pop and Cool Britannia. In the 1990s all areas of British culture underwent a massive re-birth. A new wave of pop music swept the nation, the film industry was booming, the fashion world was alive with fresh new talent and a group of non-conformist Young British Artists was taking the art world by storm. Even a younger, cooler Prime Minister had moved in to 10 Downing Street.

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Guest Info:

Daniel Rachel, 90s musician turned award-winning author. His book is called: Don’t Look Back in Anger: The Rise and Fall of Cool Britannia Told by Those Who Were There. www.danielrachel.com

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Introducing... Uncharted: Crime and Mayhem in the Music Industry | The Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash | 1

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT

The old days of air travel were quite risky…compared to today, the chances of your flight going down were far greater …every airport had kiosks and coin-operating vending machines where you could buy life insurance before you headed to the gate—you know, just in case you thought you weren’t going to make it to your final destination…

1977 was one of the worst years for accidents in aviation history…in addition to several violent hijackings every month—sometimes with fatal results—There were also passenger plane crashes with great loss of life…including the worst aviation disaster of all time when two 747s planes collided on a runway in the Canary Islands, killing 583 people.

Frank Sinatra’s mother, the Prime Minister of Yugoslavia, and all but one member of the University of Evansville basketball team died in crashes…

But then there were the events of October 20, 1977, when a rickety chartered plane went down in a swamp in Mississippi…on board were members of Lynyrd Skynyrd…six of the 24 passengers died, including singer Ronnie Van Zandt, guitarist Steve Gaines, backup singer Cassie Gaines, and assistant road manager Dean Kilpatrick…both pilots also died…

What happened?

Have I got a story for you...

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Introducing... Black and Blue: Behind the Badge | Catching Hell

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 04:00:00 GMT

It’s 1986 and Michael Morrison is offered the opportunity of a lifetime. A chance to leave his life of poverty in Newark and start afresh. It’s a job offer he can’t afford to refuse. Michael has no idea what this new job has in store. But he soon realizes: he’s just joined ‘the biggest gang in America’. Join Seren Jones to hear Michael’s story and find out what it means to be both Black and Blue.

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Britpop and Cool Britannia Part 1 | 102

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:00:00 GMT

In the 1990s all areas of British culture underwent a massive re-birth. A new wave of pop music swept the nation, the film industry was booming, the fashion world was alive with fresh new talent and a group of non-conformist Young British Artists was taking the art world by storm. Even a younger, cooler Prime Minister had moved in to 10 Downing Street.

Over the next two episodes we’re looking back at the era of Brit Pop and Cool Britannia.

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Daniel Rachel, 90s musician turned award-winning author. His book is called: Don’t Look Back in Anger: The Rise and Fall of Cool Britannia Told by Those Who Were There. www.danielrachel.com

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The Golden Age of Sketch Comedy | 101

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s we’re looking back at the golden age of Sketch Comedy. During the 1990s television networks realized that sketch comedy was cheaper and easier to make than sitcoms leading to a flood of edgy and hilarious shows like Kids in the Hall, MadTV and Mr. Show.

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Jason Klamm, Comedian and Author of We’re Not Worthy: From In Living Color to Mr. Show, How ‘90s Sketch TV Changed the Face of Comedy www.jasonklamm.com

Nick Marx, Associate Professor of Media Studies at Colorado State University and author of Sketch Comedy: Identity, Reflexivity, and American Television

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Introducing.... Bad Parents | Vacationing with Children

Sat, 07 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT

We as parents get so little time to ourselves. So if you know when vacationing with kids actually becomes a relaxing vacation… please let us know.

In this episode we discuss the literal ups and downs of traveling with kids.

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Guy Paul Morin - Part 2 | 100

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT

In 1995, a lengthy legal nightmare came to a dramatic conclusion for Guy Paul Morin.

Nearly a decade earlier, the Queensville, Ontario man became the prime suspect in the kidnapping and murder of his 9-year-old neighbour Christine Jessop, because police thought he was weird.

In this episode of History of the 90s, Kathy Kenzora brings you the conclusion of one of Canada’s most notorious wrongful convictions.

Guest info:

Kirk Makin, former justice reporter for The Globe and Mail and author of Redrum The Innocent. Makin has also served as Co-President of Innocence Canada.

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Guy Paul Morin - Part 1 | 99

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT

In 1995, a lengthy legal nightmare came to a dramatic conclusion for Guy Paul Morin.

Nearly a decade earlier, the Queensville, Ontario man became the prime suspect in the kidnapping and murder of his 9-year-old neighbour Christine Jessop, because police thought he was weird.

On this episode of History of the 90s, Kathy Kenzora looks back at one of Canada’s most notorious wrongful convictions.

Guest info:

Kirk Makin, former justice reporter for The Globe and Mail and author of Redrum The Innocent. Makin has also served as Co-President of Innocence Canada.

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Controversial Music Videos | 98

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT

At the start of the 1990s music videos were like blockbuster Hollywood movies, with big budgets and anticipated release dates. So when an artist’s video caused controversy it was big news.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at some of the most controversial music videos of the 1990s.

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Heavy Metal on Trial | 97

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at an unprecedented legal battle that put heavy metal on trial in the summer of 1990.

British heavy metal icons Judas Priest spent three weeks in a Nevada courtroom defending their music after they were accused of experimenting with subliminal messages that caused two young men to form a suicide pack.

GUEST INFO:

David Van Taylor is an Emmy nominated Showrunner/Director who creates non-fiction television and audio content.

His 1992 film about the Judas Priest lawsuit is called Dream Deceivers and is available on Apple TV, Ovid.tv and Amazon (DVD)

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History of the 90's Presents: Canadian History EhX

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT

First released in 1991, The Heritage Minutes collection are a bilingual series of history-focused public service announcements running about 60-second and depicting a significant person, event or story in Canadian history. These short vignettes opened millions of Canadian's eyes to their and inspired a young Craig Baird, host of Canadian History Ehx on his own journey.

Today on History of the 90's we share that story with you.

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Violence in Video Games | 96

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 12:24:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the rise of video game violence. Games like Doom and Mortal Kombat brought a new level of blood and gore, and they captivated players like never before. They also caused moral panic for parents and politicians who were shocked by the violence.

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Alyse Knorr, associate professor of English at Regis University, co-editor of Switchback Books, and co-producer of the Sweetbitter podcast. She is the author of several books including Goldeneye 007 and Super Mario Bros. 3 which are both for Boss Fight Books.

Twitter: @alyseknorr www.alyseknorr.com

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James Bulger | 95

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the abduction and murder of two-year-old James Bulger, a crime so shocking that it continues to reverberate more than 30 years later.

James was lured away from his mom at a shopping mall near Liverpool, England by two 10-year-old boys who tortured and killed the toddler. They became the youngest people in the UK to be convicted of first degree murder.

This episode contains details that may not but suitable for all listeners.

Guest info:

David James Smith, journalist and author of The Sleep of Reason: The James Bulger Case www.davidjamessmith.net

Twitter: @davidjamessmit5

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Titanic | 94

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT

James Cameron’s epic movie Titanic captured the hearts of millions and changed just how big a blockbuster could actually be.

After opening in December 1997 the movie stayed at number 1 for 15 weeks in a row and became such a massive cultural phenomenon that it didn’t close in theatres until nearly one year later in October 1998.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the making of Cameron’s juggernaut and explores the controversial question, could Jack have fit on the door with Rose.

Guest Info:

Jessi Cruickshank, host of the podcast Phone a Friend

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Introducing... Deadman's Curse: Slumach's Gold

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 04:01:00 GMT

This historical, true crime podcast hosted by Kru Williams from History Television's hit original series Deadman’s Curse: The Legend of the Lost Gold investigates the curse and legend surrounding the lost gold mine of Pitt Lake.

On their quest they're joined by members of the Stó:lō and Katzie First Nations, historians and cultural experts of diverse backgrounds, as they sort fact from fiction and give Slumach a voice from the other side of the veil.

You'll hear about how an Indigenous prospector, accused of murder set a curse on anyone who searched for his hidden gold just before he was hanged. Over a century later, a prospector, a mountaineer, a truth-seeker and a way-shower band together to walk the same paths of those who went looking for Slumach’s cursed gold and never returned find how a single bullet was the catalyst for a 150-year-old mystery.

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Gone Too Soon - Candy, Farley, Hartman | 93

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the life and career of three of the best comedians of our generation.

John Candy, Chris Farley and Phil Hartman all died in the 1990s and in their absence each one left us with a trove of material that will keep us laughing for decades to come.

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Girl Power Revisited @ 25

Wed, 31 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT

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.

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Biosphere 2 | 92

Wed, 17 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT

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.

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Dr. Mark Nelson, ecologist, author and biospherian. www.marknelsonbiospherian.com

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Pamela Smart | 91

Wed, 03 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT

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

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Branch Davidians Revisited @ 30

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT

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.

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Dick Reavis, author of The Ashes of Waco: An Investigation. https://www.texasmonthly.com/author/dick-reavis/

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Golden Age of Anime | 90

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT

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

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Messy Breakups | 89

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT

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.

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The Viper Room | 88

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 05:00:00 GMT

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.

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Chris Epting, author of 40 travel/history books, including James Dean Died Here www.chrisepting.com

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The Quebec Referendum | 87

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT

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.

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Dave Trafford, Executive Producer of iContact Productions

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The Women of Country Music | 86

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT

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.

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Alan Eagleson | 85

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT

For over 25 years Alan Eagleson ruled the professional hockey world by convincing the players he represented through his roles as agent and union boss that he was a benevolent leader with their best interests in mind.

When cracks started to appear in the façade he had created it would take the efforts of dozens of players like Carl Brewer along with other hockey agents and dedicated journalists to finally knock Eagleson off his perch.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks at the rise and fall of Alan Eagleson.

Guest Info:

David Shoalts, retired sportswriter for The Globe and Mail and author of multiple books including Greed and Glory: The Fall of Hockey Czar Alan Eagleson which he co-wrote with William Houston.

Twitter: @dshoalts

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1993 World Trade Center bombing | 84

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT

In February 1993 a thunderous explosion rocked the parking garage below the World Trade Centre carving out a crater in the floor that was 100 feet wide and several stories deep. Initially it was believed that a transformer may have exploded because the idea of terrorism on United States soil seemed impossible. On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at an event that marked the beginning of a new era of terrorism and foreshadowed much worse things to come.

Guest Info:

John Parachini, Senior International and Defence Researcher, former director of the Rand Intelligence Policy Centre.

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Melrose Place | 82

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora takes a look at another powerhouse show from Aaron Spelling and Darren Starr. A show that grew out of the teen classic Beverly Hills 90210 and despite a rough star became one of the most outrageous and compulsively watchable TV shows of the 1990s. This is the story of Melrose Place.

Guests: Tara Ariano and Sarah D. Bunting, co-hosts of the podcast: Again With This: Beverly Hills, 90210 & Melrose Place and co-authors of the book: A Very Special 90210 Book: 93 Absolutely Essential Episodes from TV’s Most Notorious Zip Code

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Beverly Hills 90210 | 81

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT

When the Aaron Spelling show Beverly Hills, 90210 debuted on the Fox Network in September 1990, it was panned by TV critics who called it shallow and stereotypical. Some predicted it would be cancelled before the end of the season.

Instead, the show went on to dominate the TV landscape for the rest of the decade and along the way redefined the teen drama genre.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks at how Beverly Hills, 90210 went from the bottom of the ratings barrel to an international pop culture phenomenon.

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Introducing "Canadian History EhX"

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT

From 1964 to 1966, The Beatles played only a handful of shows in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. Each show was pandemonium but the story of the Beatles in Canada goes far beyond that. From their first visit to Canada in Winnipeg, to the famous Bed-In in Montreal in 1969.

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Introducing "Everything 80's"

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 04:00:00 GMT

It was a classic battle between good and evil and it gave us one of the greatest toys of all time. Today, we journey back to revisit the history of the iconic Transformers.

From their early days in Japan to dominating TVs and toy shelves in North America, this is another defining 1980s toys franchise that was also a masterclass in marketing. So hit play and let's roll out!

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Top Songs of 1992 | 80

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT

When the clock struck midnight on January 1st, 1992, George H.W. Bush was still the US President….The Canadian Prime Minister was Brian Mulroney….Roseanne was the number one sitcom……Hook was the number one movie…..and the Super Nintendo was the hot new gaming system everyone wanted.

In this episode, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at a year when musicians made history, ventured into new territory, proved their worth in ways that made us jump.

These are the number one singles from 1992.

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George Michael | 79

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT

The 1990s was a tumultuous era for British singer George Michael. He began the decade as one of the biggest popstars in the world, riding high on his wildly successful debut solo album. But secretly the singer was struggling with many personal demons including coming to terms with his sexual identity, something he was forced to confront after an embarrassing arrest in 1998. On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the life and career of George Michael.

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James Gavin, author of George Michael: A Life www.jamesgavin.com

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Quebec Biker Wars | 78

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT

In the 1990s a vicious turf war between the Hell’s Angels and rival bike gang The Rock Machine turned the streets of Montreal into a deadly battleground.

Over an eight year period bombings, arsons and brazen shootouts terrorized Quebec, leaving more than 160 people dead including innocent bystanders caught in the crossfire.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the Quebec Biker War.

GUEST:

Julian Sher, investigative journalist and author of The Road to Hell: How the Biker Gangs are Conquering Canada Angels of Death: Inside the Bikers' Global Crime Empire

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Sports Trading Cards | 77

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT

In the early 1990s millions of people around North America were swept up in an unprecedented sports trading card boom.

As prices for rare baseball and hockey cards soared, the hobby which was once just for kids was suddenly being looked at as an alternative to investing in stocks.

To match the demand, a record number of trading card companies cranked up production, offering a dizzying array of options.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks at the reasons for the boom and why it eventually went bust.

Guest:

Jon Waldman, author of Got ‘Em, Got ‘Em, Need ‘Em: A Fan’s Guide to Collecting the Top 100 Sports Cards of All Time.

Twitter: @jonwaldman

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Princess Diana and the Paparazzi @ 25 I 76

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT

It's been 25 years since Princess Diana was killed in a car crash along with her boyfriend Dodi Al Fayed and their driver Henri Paul. The shocking news that the “People’s Princess” was dead was made even more unbelievable by the fact that she was killed following a high speed car chase by aggressive photographers.

On this episode of History of the 90s, first broadcast in February 2021, we look back at the relationship between Princess Diana and the paparazzi and the changes that followed her tragic death.

Guest:

Mark Karloff, Los Angeles Photographer, and co-host of Paparazzi Podcast www.paparazzipodcast.com

Twitter: @Papsouljah

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Introducing... Driven By Her: Women Who Rocked the 90s

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT

Women helped changed the face of ROCK as hair metal from the 80’s gave way to brand new sounds and VERY different attitudes in the 90's. On this episode of "Driven by Her" presented by our friends at Porsche Canada we're showcasing amazing, driven women like Alanis Morrissette, Ani DiFranco, and Bikini Kill. They carved their own path and created the seismic shift in music that came with Generation X because the 90's couldn't have rocked at the level they did without their influence along with the other women who helped define a generation.

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Matthew Shepard | 75

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT

In October 1998 a gay college student in Laramie, Wyoming was brutally beaten by two men he met in a local bar. The men pretended they were gay to lure 21 year old Matthew Sheppard into their truck where he was pistol-whipped and robbed. Matt was discovered barely alive 18 hours later tied to a fence in the middle of a rural area. He never regained consciousness. Matt’s murder stunned the world and ignited a movement that changed gay rights in the United States.

Guest:

Jeff Mack, Executive Vice President, Matthew Shepard Foundation

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Black Sitcoms | 74

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT

Following the success of The Cosby Show and its spinoff A Different World in the 1980s,TV networks were eager to include more Black programming.

In particular they wanted more Black sitcoms and that eventually lead to a flood of new shows. Some were on the big three networks but many more on new upstarts, FOX, UPN and The WB.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora continues looks back at some of the best Black sitcoms from the golden era of Black television.

Guest:

Kristal Brent Zook: author of Color By Fox: The Fox Network and the Revolution in Black Television

www.kristalbrentzook.com

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In Living Color | 73

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT

In April 1990, the first episode of In Living Color aired on Fox TV changing the face and tone of television.

The half hour sketch show created by Keenan Ivory Wayans was called a Black Saturday Night Live for the hip-hop generation.

It ran at 9:30 Sunday night on Fox right after the networks two hit shows The Simpsons and Married with Children.

Thanks to that placement and hype around the show, 23 million viewers tuned in to the inaugural episode.

Nearly 30 years since In Living Color went off the air its impact can still be felt throughout today’s film and eco-system.

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Guest:

David Peisner, journalist and author of Homey Don’t Play That! The Story of In Living Color and the Black Comedy Revolution www.djpeisner.com

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HIV/AIDS Advocacy | 72

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT

In 1992 HIV/AIDS hit a grim milestone in the United States when it became the number one cause of death among men ages 25 to 44.

Since there was still so much stigma attached to the illness, people were often dying without even telling their closest friends and family that they were sick. They died alone because of the shame they felt about having contracted HIV.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the people and events in the 1990s that helped shaped the fight to remove the stigma and shame that surrounded HIV.

Guest:

John Maxwell, Executive Director of the Aids Committee of Toronto (ACT) www.actoronto.org

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The Life and Legacy of Ryan White | 71

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT

During the early days of the AIDS epidemic, the North American blood supply became contaminated with HIV from infected donors. As a result, by the mid-1980s, about 10,000 hemophiliacs were infected with HIV. 13-year-old Ryan White from Kokomo, Indiana was one of those who contracted the virus through a tainted blood product and after he was barred from attending school, he became a crusader to end the stigmatization associated with HIV/AIDS. On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the life and legacy of Ryan White.

Thanks to Ryan’s mother Jeanne White-Ginder who gave permission for use of the audio heard in this episode. It is available to listen to in its entirety here: Who Was Ryan White? | Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (hrsa.gov)

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Nelson Price, author of The Quiet Hero: A Life of Ryan White

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Barney | 70

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT

Sheryl Leach, a working mom in Texas was stuck in traffic when she dreamt up the idea of a plush-toy dinosaur that comes to life and entertains a backyard full of kids with songs and games.

Within a few years the big purple dinosaur was loved by millions of children around the world and hated by their parents who were forced to watch the T-rex on his hit PBS show.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the story of how Barney changed kids tv programming and why he was so hated by adults.

Guest:

Rob Curran, founder of the I Hate Barney Secret Society

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The Pam and Tommy Sex Tape | 69

Wed, 18 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT

Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee were one of the most famous celebrity couple of the 90s. So when a homemade sex tape from the couple’s honeymoon was stolen from a safe in their garage it became the biggest viral video of the era. For many years most people assumed the couple had leaked the tape themselves in a weird publicity stunt. On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora talks to the journalist who revealed the real story in a 2014 Rolling Stone article.

Guest:

Journalist Amanda Chicago Lewis

Twitter: @msamandalewis

Pamela Anderson Sex Tape: Tommy Lee & the History of the Infamous Porn - Rolling Stone

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The 1994 Baseball Strike | 68

Wed, 04 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT

The World Series has been a reliable tradition since 1904. It’s been played during both World Wars, the Depression, after 9-11 and more recently during the COVID pandemic. But there was one time that the Fall Classic was cancelled in what is considered to be Major League Baseball’s most catastrophic and embarrassing moment. On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the 1994-95 MLB player’s strike.

Thanks to Erica Vella, host of Global News' podcast What Happened To…? for sharing the interview she did with former Montreal Expos Pitcher Jeff Fassero.

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MTV's The Real World and the rise of reality TV | 67

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT

In the early 1990s reality TV as we know it today didn’t yet exist.

Then everything changed when a cable channel known for music videos put cameras inside a New York loft with 7 strangers.

The Real World which premiered on MTV in 1992 set the stage for the scores of reality shows we are all familiar with now, everything from The Osbournes & The Hills to Survivor and just about everything on Bravo.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the groundbreaking show and the rise of reality TV.

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Guest:

Professor Danielle J. Lindemann, author of True Story: What Reality TV Says About Us

Twitter: @djlindee https://daniellelindemann.com

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Donovan Bailey | 66

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT

In 1996 Canadian sprinter Donovan Bailey won gold at the Atlanta Olympics, breaking the world record in the 100 metre event. The achievement helped Canada climb out from behind the shame of the Ben Johnson steroid scandal following the 1988 Olympics. It also meant that Bailey was the fastest man in the world. To everyone, it would seem, except one nation. On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora talks with Donovan Bailey about his Olympic achievement as well his fastest man showdown against Michael Johnson a year later.

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The Podcast - Hosted by Donovan Bailey & Jason Portuondo Donovan Bailey’s podcast Running Things With Donovan Bailey is on Acast (acast.com) and can be heard anywhere you stream audio.

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Twin Peaks | 65

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT

When the television show Twin Peaks began airing in 1990 it didn’t just push boundaries, it shattered them completely. A mix of murder mystery, nighttime soap opera and dark comedy all rolled into one, it was like nothing ever seen before on network television. By the end of the first season Twin Peaks was an escapable pop cultural phenomenon and today a piece of its DNA is in nearly every TV show. On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora takes you on a journey to the town of Twin Peaks.

Guest:

Andy Burns, author of Wrapped in Plastic: Twin Peaks and publisher / editor-in-chief of the pop culture website BiffBamPop!

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Ruby Ridge | 64

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Randy Weaver and his family moved to a remote cabin in Northern Idaho when their extreme views on race and religion became an issue with friends and family back in Iowa.

They wanted to live off the grid, isolated from society but after Weaver failed to appear in court on charges of selling illegal sawed-off shotguns, law enforcement began a surveillance operation on their property.

In August 1992 the operation exploded into a deadly firefight and ignited an 11 day siege that became a rallying call for the radical right.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the events at Ruby Ridge and explains how they sparked the birth of the modern militia movement that still exists to this day.

Guest:

Lane Crothers, Professor at Illinois State and author of Rage on the Right

Twitter: @LaneCrothersISU

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The Rise of The Snowboarder | 63

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT

In the 1990’s there was a generational battle between Gen Xers and Baby Boomers as snowboarders began taking over ski resorts. The sport which had been underground since the early 80s was finally becoming mainstream and skiers weren’t happy about it. They complained that snowboarders were loud, rude and dangerous. But they were also what ski resorts needed to keep the industry alive.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at where snowboarding started and what happened when it became the fastest growing winter sport.

Guest:

Ross Rebagliati

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David Fincher | 62

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

In the 1990’s director David Fincher brought us classic movies like Seven and Fight Club, making his mark on the industry as one the best film makers of his generation. But Fincher’s impact on the decade stretches beyond movies. Through dozens of TV commercials and music videos Fincher helped style the 90s. On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the auteur director’s impact on the decade.

Guest:

Adam Nayman, author of David Fincher: Mind Games

Twitter: @brofromanother

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Top Ten Favorite Simpsons Episodes | 61

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora is looking back at some of the best Simpsons episodes from the 1990s.

From Who Shot Mr. Burns to Homer at Bat we revisit 10 Simpsons episodes that stand the test of time with help from listeners of the podcast.

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The Top Ten Stories From 1992 | 60

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

From riots in the streets of Los Angeles and the siege at Ruby Ridge to the election of Bill Clinton and the Late Night TV wars, 1992 was a year of incredible transformation, excitement, devastation and tragedy.

It was filled with seismic changes that continues to reverberate through our lives 30 year later.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back and counts down ten of the most memorable stories of 1992.

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JonBenét Ramsey | 59

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

In the early morning hours of December 26, 1996, a 39 year old stay-at-home mom in an upscale neighbourhood of Boulder, Colorado made a shocking discovery. Her 6-year-old daughter had been kidnapped while the family slept and a mysterious ransom note had been left in her place.

The handwritten 2-and-half page letter demanded $118,000 and instructed the family to wait for a call later that morning from the kidnappers. They warned that any contact with police would lead to their daughter’s murder.

It was the beginning of one of the longest and most baffling true crime whodunnits of all time that continues to raise questions 25 years later.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at back at the mysterious case of JonBenet Ramsey.

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Stephen and Joyce Singular, authors of Presumed Guilty: An Investigation Into the JonBenet Ramsey Case, the Media, and the Culture of Pornography. www.stephensingular.com

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The Simpsons | 58

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

When The Simpsons debuted in December 1989 it was a radical move by the Fox TV Network. There had not been a successful prime-time animated sitcom for adults since The Flintstones in the 1960s. Plus The Simpsons was a lot edgier than the clean family sitcoms on the air at the time.

But not only was The Simpsons an instant hit, it became a cultural phenomenon that continues over 30 years later.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the creation of the ground-breaking show and some of the controversy it created with help from Yeardley Smith, the voice of Lisa Simpson.

Guests:

Yeardley Smith - Twitter: @Yeardley Smith www.smalltowndicks.com
Mathew Klickstein www.mathewklickstein.com Springfield Confidential: Jokes, Secrets, and Outright Lies from a Lifetime Writing for The Simpsons by Mathew Klickstein and Mike Reiss

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The Rwandan Genocide | 57

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT

For 100 days in 1994 evil descended upon the small country of Rwanda. A long simmering conflict between Hutus and Tutsis boiled over after the country’s president died when his plane was shot down by a missile.

Police stood by as approximately 800,000 people, mainly Tutsis were killed by violent mobs armed with clubs, sticks and machete’s. From the capital city of Kigali to small rural villages, unspeakable crimes were committed by militia groups, soldiers and neighbors against neighbors. During that time the international community largely remained on the sidelines.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the Rwanda Genocide.

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Guest:

Allan Thompson, former Toronto Star Reporter and now the Journalism program head at Carleton University in Ottawa.

Twitter: @Profallan

Resources about Rwanda:

Media and Mass Atrocity: The Rwandan Genocide and Beyond, Edited by Allan Thompson

Rwanda Chronology | FRONTLINE | PBS

Shake Hands with the Devil: The Failure of Humanity, By Romeo Dallaire

Hotel Rwanda

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The Rise of Trashy Daytime TV | 56

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

In the 1990s the most violent thing on television wasn’t wrestling, or NHL hockey it was The Jerry Springer Show. The daytime talk show regularly devolved into wild physical fights between guests that were excitedly cheered on by riled up audience members

During the 90s more than two dozen similar daytime talk shows, that ranged from provocative to downright trashy, ruled the airwaves.

Big names you probably remember like Jenny Jones, Geraldo Rivera and Maury Povich and others you may have forgotten about like Ricki Lake & Montel Williams were adored by millions of fans until a shocking tragedy turned the industry on its head.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the era of trashy daytime talk shows.

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Guests:

James Nadler; Graduate Program Director, Masters of Arts in Media Production at Ryerson University

Laura Grindstaff; Professor of Sociology at UC Davis & author of The Money Shot: Trash, Class and the Making of TV Talk Shows

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Console Wars | 55

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

After the home video game industry crashed spectacularly in 1983 one company rose from the ashes and helped breathe new life with a new 8 bit video console.

The Nintendo Entertainment System with games like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda ruled the console market until another Japanese company started going after older and more serious gamers.

For the first time the Sega Genesis console and the company’s blue mascot Sonic The Hedgehog took a bite out of Nintendo’s supremacy in the North American market. And that was just the beginning of the Nintendo vs Sega Console War that dominated the 90s.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora takes you through the twists and turns of the epic battle that defined a generation of gamers.

Guest:

Blake Harris, author and director of The Console Wars: Sega, Nintendo and the Battle That Defined a Generation. www.blakejharris.com

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Ska and Swing | 54

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

In the late 1990s two unexpected musical genres that centered around big bands with horns and retro clothing burst back onto the scene in North America.

Third wave ska and retro swing with breakthrough mainstream hits infiltered pop culture from movies and video games to the Gap’s famous khaki swing commercial.

Life was good in the 90s and the music reflected it. The fun upbeat sounds of Ska and Swing were the perfect fit for the time.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the rise of 90s ska and swing.

Guest:

Kenneth Partridge, author Hell of a Hat: The Rise of 90s Ska and Swing

www.kennethpartridge.com

Twitter: @kenpartridge

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Supermodels | 53

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

There was change and excitement in the air when the lights came up on Gianni Versace’s 1991 fall fashion show in Milan. For the show’s finale, a group of four beautiful young women linked arm-in-arm and made their way down the catwalk lip-synching the words of a pop song that blasted from the speakers.

It was the launch of a 90s phenomenon that is as symbolic to the decade as tabloid television and the creation of the internet.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the reign of the 90s supermodel who transcended the fashion runway and became full service celebrities.

Guests:

Rachel Burchfield; writer, editor & host of Podcast Royal.

www.rachelburchfield.com

Randi Bergman; writer, editor & host of Capsule 98.

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Paul Bernardo - Part 2 | 52

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

The case of Paul Bernardo captured media and public attention in the mid-1990s at a time when the United States was focused on the O.J. Simpson case in a similar way.

But Bernardo’s trial, for the murders of teenagers Leslie Mahaffy and Kristen French, wasn’t televised, so hundreds of people lined up to get inside the downtown Toronto courtroom to witness Canada’s version of the O.J. trial.

Others poured over the media coverage that blanketed newspapers or paid close attention to TV and radio stations which provided hourly updates of the proceedings.

I was in the courtroom everyday for four months in the summer of 1995 as the horrific crimes against Bernardo were revealed including graphic videotaped evidence.

On part two of our look back at the infamous case and trial of Paul Bernardo we dive into Canada’s trial of the century.

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Paul Bernardo - Part 1| 51

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

If you Google most notorious killer in Canadian history, Paul Bernardo’s name will appear at the top of nearly every list.

There have been other killers who have taken more lives and eluded police over a longer period of time but the case of Paul Bernardo, at first as the Scarborough rapist and then later as the killer of Leslie Mahaffy and Kristen French, has left a deep and painful scar on Canadian society.

His case captured media and public attention in the mid-1990s at a time when the United States was focused on the O.J. Simpson case in a similar way.

But Bernardo’s trial wasn’t televised, so hundreds of people lined up to get inside the downtown Toronto courtroom to witness Canada’s version of the O.J. trial. Others poured over the media coverage that blanketed newspapers or paid close attention to TV and radio stations which provided hourly updates of the proceedings.

Over the next two episodes of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora will recount the case, drawing from her experience covering the trial as a reporter for a Toronto radio station. A warning that this episode may not be suitable for young or sensitive listeners.

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Grunge Part 2 | 50

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

From the moment grunge music went mainstream in the fall of 1991 the clock was ticking down toward its tragic end just a few years later.

But in the meantime, the huge success of Seattle bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam and SoundGarden led to a frenzy by record labels to sign other grunge type bands.

And as the Seattle area was picked dry of talent the search for half-way decent bands wearing flannel and playing detuned guitars expanded beyond the Pacific Northwest.

At the same time, the bands that pioneered the movement were struggling with mainstream fame and were trying desperately to distance themselves from commercial success.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora takes a look back at the final days of grunge with the help of Alan Cross, host of the Curiouscast podcast, The Ongoing History of New Music.

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www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com

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Alan Cross, host of The Ongoing History of New Music

Twitter: @alancross

For more about the life and death of Kurt Cobain listen to the Ongoing History of New Music’s episode on the 25th anniversary of his passing. Available anywhere you stream audio and here: https://omny.fm/shows/ongoing-history-of-new-music/kurt-cobain-25-years-later

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Grunge: Part 1 | 49

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

For the uninitiated, grunge begins and ends with Kurt Cobain and Nirvana. Maybe sprinkle in a little Pearl Jam or Sound Garden and a few flannels and that’s grunge. A moment in time that has long passed, but frozen in our memories because of Cobain’s early death.

But grunge is so much more than one band, and one singer who may have had an outsized impact on the movement but was just one of piece of a genre of music and an attitude that captivated the world at the beginning of the 90s.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora takes a look back at the birth of grunge with the help of Alan Cross, host of the Curiouscast podcast, The Ongoing History of the New Music.

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Alan Cross, host of The Ongoing History of New Music

Twitter: @alancross

A note on sources:

For more information about the birth of grunge and some of the pioneers of the movement check out Northwest Passage, a project dedicated to the music scene of the Pacific Northwest region of the 80s and 90s. This website was a great source for information and facts contained in this episode.

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Nickelodeon | 48

Wed, 26 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

If you grew up in the 1980s or 90s chances are you watched a lot of Nickelodeon or at least some of the fun kids shows made by the cable network.

During its golden years, Nickelodeon not only had over 50 per cent of the kid audience share, but it was also one of the most profitable cable networks out there. Plus it revolutionized kids programming with new and innovative game shows, variety shows, cartoons and sitcoms.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the rise of the cable channel dedicated to kids and the period between 1983 and 1995 known as Nickelodeon’s Golden Age.

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Guests:

Mathew Klickstein, author of Slimed! An Oral History of Nickelodeon’s Golden Age

www.mathewklickstein.com

Chris Morgan, author of The Nickelodeon ‘90s: Cartoons, Game Shows and a Whole Bunch of Slime

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The Unabomber | 47

Wed, 12 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

In the 1990s the FBI’s most wanted criminal was an elusive mystery bomber who had been mailing dangerous and deadly packages to executives and university professors since 1978.

The UNABOMBER had left a trail of destruction around the United States, but the FBI had very little hard evidence that could help solve the case.

Then in 1993 after a six year hiatus the UNABOMBER was back on the scene and the devices he sent were more powerful and sophisticated. Officials worried it was only a matter of time before something terrible happened.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora looks back at one of the largest and most expensive manhunts in FBI history.

You’ll hear from two of the FBI agents who were instrumental in the investigation that finally led to the capture of the Unabomber.

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Max Noel, served as an F.B.I. special Agent for thirty-one (31) years. He retired in 1999.

Terry Turchie, retired from the FBI in April 2001, having served as the first Deputy Assistant Director of the newly created Counterterrorism Division of the FBI from March, 2000 to April, 2001.

Along with their colleague Jim Freeman they co-wrote; Unabomber: How the FBI Broke Its Own Rules to Capture the Terrorist Ted Kaczynski.

They have written a sequel to the book which includes some of Kaczinski’s own writings. Capturing the Unabomber: The FBI’s Insider Story is scheduled to be released in May 2021.

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90's Rave Culture | 46

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT

In the summer of 1987 four young DJs from London took a trip to the Mediterranean Island of Ibiza for a birthday celebration.

On their first night they attended an ecstasy-fueled party at club Amnesia, dancing under the stars to a mix of techno and house music played by legendary DJ Alfredo.

The experience was life changing and when the four DJs returned home to London they organized some of the city’s first all night raves and were instrumental in pioneering a massive youth culture movement that spread from the UK, through Europe and around North America.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the rise and fall of 90s rave culture and how the movement continues to be felt today.

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Guests:

Scott Fraser: Club Owner, Manager, Entrepreneur in the entertainment scene in Toronto in the 80’s & 90’s including legendary clubs THE FACTORY & OZ.

Twitter: @Hogtownsmoke

Scot Turner: Radio broadcaster who worked at alternative 102.1 CFNY in the 80’s and was Program Director for dance music station Energy 108 in the 90’s.

Twitter: @Scotturner

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The Battle in Seattle | 45

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT

On November 30, 1999, thousands of protestors locked arms and marched into downtown Seattle.

They surrounded a convention center where a conference organized by the World Trade Organization was set to take place over the next four days.

Most of the demonstrators were peaceful but among their ranks was a small core of protestors dressed in black clothes and ski masks waiting for the right moment to unleash violence and mayhem.

It was one of the largest acts of mass civil disobedience in US history and marked the unofficial start of the anti-globalization movement. On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the rise of anti-globalization and the Battle in Seattle.

Guests:

John Sellers: Executive Director & Co-Founder of The Other 98

www.other98.com

Twitter: @other98

Norm Stamper: Former Seattle Police Chief & Author

www.normstamper.com

Twitter: @normstamper

Lesley Wood: Associate Professor of Sociology at York University & Author

Twitter: @lesleybikes

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Shock Jocks | 44

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT

In an era before podcasts and satellite radio, the 1990s was the peak of the shock jock genre on terrestrial radio.

Big names like Howard Stern, Don Imus and Rush Limbaugh attracted legions of devoted fans with their controversial shows that often ran afoul of the FCC and special interest groups.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at three of the most famous radio shock jocks from the 90s and the impact they had on radio and society at large and considers whether shock jocks still exist today.

Guest:

Mario A. Murillo, Professor of Radio, Television, Film & Journalism and Vice Dean of the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication at Hofstra University.

Twitter: @marioradio99

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Woodstock '99 | 43

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT

The 30th anniversary of Woodstock was supposed to celebrate the iconic music festival known for peace, love and happiness but instead Woodstock ’99 turned into a weekend of violence and mayhem.

The weekend ended with a fiery riot and reports of numerous sexual assaults, some taking place in the mosh pit.

On this episode of History of the 90s we are looking back at the 1999 event in Rome, New York with the help of someone who was there. A former MTV employee tells us about price gouging, overcrowding, scorching heat and misogynistic behaviour spurred on by aggressive nu-metal bands.

Guest:

Jeff Cornell, freelance journalist

Woodstock '99: A Reporter on the Ground Remembers the Chaos - Variety

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90's Gadgets | 42

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT

The 90s were an era filled with new and inventive tech toys. It seemed liked every year another new gadget hit the market causing a buying frenzy at toy stores.

Some were fads that quickly fizzled out while others were so revolutionary that they continue to impact us to this day.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora is looking back at some of the most memorable tech toys and gadgets from the 1990s.

Guest:

Brandon Saltalamacchia

www.retrododo.com

Twitter: @iambrandonsalt

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Princess Diana and the Paparazzi | 41

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT

When Princess Diana, along with her boyfriend and driver were killed in a car crash on August 31, 1997, the course of history changed. The ‘People’s Princess’ and the mother to a future King was dead and a reckoning with the paparazzi was about to begin. From the moment Diana began dating Prince Charles she was stalked by aggressive photographers who she would later say made her life unbearable. Diana’s brother said at her funeral that every editor in the UK who paid for intrusive photographs of the princess had blood on their hands following her death. On this episode of History of the 90s we are looking back at the relationship between Princess Diana and the paparazzi and the changes that followed her tragic death.

Guest:

Mark Karloff, Los Angeles Photographer, and co-host of Paparazzi Podcast

www.paparazzipodcast.com

Twitter: @Papsouljah

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The X Files | 40

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT

When the X-Files debuted in 1993 no one could have predicted it would become one of the defining TV shows of the decade.

The show about a couple of FBI agents investigating aliens and other supernatural creatures was nothing like the other one-hour TV shows that were on the air at the time.

But within a couple of years the show became a phenomenon that kick started internet fandom and influenced the TV landscape for years to come.

On this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora is looking back at the creation and growth of The X-Files and the legacy that continues to this day.

Guest:

Zack Handlen, author of Monster of the Week: The Complete Critical Companion to The X-Files.

Twitter: @zhandlen

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The Top 10 Stories of 1991 | 39

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Like every year in the 90s, 1991 was a year of incredible change. From the fall of the Soviet Union, to the birth of the World Wide Web, it was a roller coaster ride of exciting new paths being forged as we were barreling toward the end of the century. And more and more we were being consumed by a new type of round the clock news coverage that permeated our lives like never before.

On this episode of History of the 90s we are looking back and counting down ten of the most memorable stories of 1991.

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Boy Bands | 38

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Every generation seems to have its own version of an iconic boy band but the 90s was the first-time boy bands essentially took over pop music.

On this episode of History of the 90s were looking back at the magical era of 90s boy bands as we dive deep into two of the biggest boy bands of all time.

Both the Backstreet Boys and NSYNC had to pay their dues in Europe before breaking through in the United States. But when they finally broke through, there was no stopping their rise to the top, and along the way they changed the way we view male performers and masculinity.

We’ll also take a look at Lou Pearlman, the man who created both groups and eventually conned them out of millions of dollars.

Documentaries referenced in this episode:

Backstreet Boys: Show ‘Em What You’re Made Of (2015), available on YOUTUBE

The Boy Band Con: The Lou Pearlman Story (2019), available on YOUTUBE

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Maria Sherman, author of Larger Than Life: A History of Boy Bands from NKOTB to BTS

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Introducing: Whatever Happened To...?

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 16:38:00 GMT

You’ve heard the stories. You’ve felt for the people involved. But what happens after the cameras shut off and the reporters walk away? Just because a story disappears from the news doesn’t mean it’s gone. So whatever happened to the nuclear disaster at Fukushima? or the trapped Chilean Miners? And did anything actually come out of the Ice Bucket Challenge?

Join Global News reporter, Erica Vella on this unique history podcast as she takes you inside these stories and talks to the people at the heart of each one to find out exactly what’s happened since.

Listen now at https://link.chtbl.com/wht

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Mike Tyson | 37

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

The 1990s are consider by many to be the last great era of heavyweight boxing. Fighters like Evander Holyfield, Lennox Lewis, and Riddick Bowe dominated the sport. But there was one boxer who stood out from the rest. Mike Tyson was a goliath in the boxing world in the 80s and into the early 90s until his career and personal life fell apart.

On this episode of History of the 90s we will take you through Tyson’s downward spiral in the 90s which started with a shocking defeat to Buster Douglas and ended with the now iconic “bite fight” against Evander Holyfield. In between it all Tyson was convicted of raping an 18-year-old beauty pageant contestant and sent to jail for nearly three years.

Guest:

Mark Hebscher, veteran sports broadcaster and host of Hebsy on Sports podcast

Hebsy On Sports: The Podcast

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The Assassination of Yitzhak Rabin | 36

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

At the beginning of the 1990s it seemed as if the world was taking a new turn toward peace. Germany was reunited, Nelson Mandela was released from prison and an historic peace deal was reached between the Israelis and Palestinians.

The Middle East Peace Agreement, signed in 1993 on the lawn of U.S. White House, was the first major step toward ending a decades old deadly conflict. But just two years later the agreement fell apart after the shocking assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin.

On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at a time when peace in the Middle East almost seemed possible and take you through the night when a Jewish extremist gunned down the man who almost made it happen.

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Introducing... 13 Hours: Inside the Nova Scotia Massacre

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 06:01:00 GMT

The deadliest shooting spree in Canada’s modern history left us with far more questions than answers. Join Sarah Ritchie, a reporter for Global News in Halifax, as she tries to unravel how something like this could happen there.

Sarah will take you through every hour, as it unfolded and together you’ll try and piece together what happened, what could or should’ve been done to prevent it and what we can learn to make sure a tragedy of this magnitude never happens again.

13 Hours: Inside the Nova Scotia Massacre: Listen NOW! https://link.chtbl.com/13hours

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The 90s Witch Craze | 35

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s we are looking back at the decade’s obsession with witches. From The Craft to Charmed, witches were everywhere in popular culture with a slew of movies and tv shows that showcased wiccan rituals and magic.

The witch craze in the 90s was nothing new. Studies show that with every wave of feminism, there is a renewed interest in the witch. It happened in the 60s, the 90s and its happening again right now in 2020.

But the 90s, seemed extra witchy and thanks to nostalgia many of those movies and TV shows remain popular to this day.

Just in time for Halloween, join us as we look at some of the best witches of the decade.

For a full list of 90s witch movies check out www.historyofthe90sblog.ca

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Introducing... Crime Beat - Season 3

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 04:01:00 GMT

Ride along with 25 year veteran Crime Reporter Nancy Hixt, from Global News, on her award winning podcast Crime Beat as she takes you through some of Canada’s most high-profile criminal cases. Real People, Real Crimes, Real Journalism. Each episode takes you deep inside cases she has worked to give you detail you didn't hear on the news.

Season 3 is available NOW - LISTEN

Crime Beat is the 2020 winner of the Edward R. Murrow Podcast Award (RTDNA).

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Vanilla Ice | 34

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the complicated legacy of Vanilla Ice who was the first rapper to have a number one song on the Billboard music charts.

His album To the Extreme, featuring Ice Ice Baby, sold 12 million copies and earned him an American Music Award for best new pop/rock artist in 1991.

But Ice’s rising star quickly crashed to the ground when it was revealed that his back story was made up. Plus, many in the hip-hop community criticized his homogenized style of rap and accused Ice of trying to cash in on black culture.

And if that wasn’t enough, Ice also found himself in some hot water with hip-hop outlaw Suge Knight over writing credits on Ice Ice baby.

Check out Vanilla Ice performing Ice Ice Baby on the 1991 American Music Awards:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FAJyqXSoY4

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Fall of the Berlin Wall and German Reunification | 33

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

This year marks the 30th anniversary of one of the most historic moments of the 1990s. On October 3, 1990, East and West Germany were reunited after 45 years of cold war separation.

The reunification process was set in motion a year earlier when border crossings along the Berlin Wall were unexpectedly opened, finally allowing friends and family who had been divided by the concrete barrier to reunite. Who can forget the glorious celebrations that took place on top of the Berlin Wall which marked a turning point in modern history?

On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the tumultuous events that led up to the toppling of the Berlin Wall and ultimately the reunification of East and West Germany.

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Abortion Sniper | 32

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90's we look back at an era when unprecedented violence against abortion providers gave rise to a serial shooter, known as the abortion sniper.

Abortion doctors in Canada and the US were targeted by a lone gunman who lurked outside their homes, often for days, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

It was all part of a rise in violence in the 1990's lead by anti-abortion groups like the Army of God and Operation Rescue who used destructive tactics like arson and bombings to get clinics shutdown and prevent abortions from taking place.

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Guest:

Jon Wells, journalist and author of Sniper: The True Story of Anti-Abortion Killer James Kopp

Twitter: @jonjwells

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Comedy from Stand-up to Sitcom - Part 2 I 31

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode we continue our look back at the stand-up sitcom boom of the 1990s. Following the success of shows such as Roseanne and Seinfeld, networks scrambled to find more comics who could become television stars. Some up and coming comics were discovered on Star Search or Johnny Carson while others got their big break at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal.

Soon networks were filled with sitcoms starring previously unknown stand-up comedians. On part two we look back at Everybody Loves Raymond, The Drew Carey Show, The Sinbad Show, All-American Girl, Grace Under Fire and Bless this House.

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Paul Brownfield, magazine writer, former TV critic at LA Times

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Comedy from Stand-up to Sitcom - Part 1 I 30

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

In the 1990s there was a massive flood of stand-up comedians making the leap to television to star in their own stand-up sitcoms thanks in part to the success of the Cosby Show and Roseanne.

Those shows were followed by other massive hits like Seinfeld, Home Improvement, Martin, Ellen and The Drew Carey Show. All of them featured a previously established stand-up comic who had been scouted from the comedy club circuit.

But there were lots of other shows starring comics that had high expectations but went down in flames like Grace Under Fire starring Bret Butler, All American Girl starring Margaret Cho and anything featuring Andrew Dice Clay.

On the next two episodes we are going to take a look back at some of the hits as well as some the failures from that decade. On part one, we look back at the stories behind Roseanne, Seinfeld, Home Improvement, Martin and Ellen.

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Paul Brownfield, magazine writer, former TV critic at LA Times

Twitter: @paulbrownfield

Greg David, TV critic and partner at www.TV-Eh.com

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Ipperwash | 29

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

25 years ago, this September, a long simmering dispute over First Nations’ territory in Southwestern Ontario turned deadly when police shot and killed an unarmed protestor. Dudley George was among a group of protestors who occupied Ipperwash Provincial Park to assert their claim to the land they believed contained sacred burial grounds.

On the night of September 6th, 1995, heavily armed police officers marched up a dark road toward the park to confront the protestors. Within 30 minutes a band councillor was severely beaten by police and George was dead.

On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the confrontation that has become known as the Ipperwash Crisis, and the years long search for justice and answers that followed.

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https://monicavirtue.com/

Guests:

Monica Virtue, Researcher and Filmmaker

Twitter: @VirtueintheCity

Peter Edwards, author of One Dead Indian

https://peteredwardsauthor.com/

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The L.A. Riots | 28

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90's we look back at the 1992 Los Angeles riots and the various factors that led to the largest and most violent case of civil unrest in United States history.

The acquittal of four police officers in connection with the brutal video taped beating of Rodney King wasn’t the only reason people went into the streets of South L.A. looting and burning buildings over a six day period in April 92.

The Black community was also reeling from a judges’ decision not to send a Korean shopkeeper to jail in connection with the shooting death of 15-year-old Latasha Harlins. Plus, South L.A., which was 50 percent Black in the early 90s was hit hard by unemployment, gang violence and the crack epidemic. As you’ll hear in this episode. the conditions were ripe for unrest.

A note on sources:

The information in this podcast about the timeline of events at the intersection of Florence and Normandie was based on reporting in a 1998 article by The Washington Post.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1998/01/26/worlds-collide-at-florence-and-normandie/5bfed605-0da1-4bfd-b69f-bc1cef8b7cc8/

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https://www.drbrendastevenson.com/

Guest:

Brenda Stevenson, Professor of African American Studies at UCLA. Author of The Contested Murder of Latasha Harlins: Justice, Gender and the Origins of the L.A. Riots

Ryan Gattis, author of All Involved

https://ryangattis.com/

Twitter: @ryan_Gattis

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Doomsday Cults Part 4: Branch Davidians | 27

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s we finish up our look back at Doomsday Cults at the end of the 20th century with the story of the Branch Davidians and the complicated legacy of the deadly siege in Waco, Texas.

In February 1993, ATF agents raided the Davidians compound in Waco, Texas after learning they were stockpiling weapons. Agents expected to execute a typical arrest warrant but instead ended up in a deadly gun battle with Branch Davidian leader David Koresh and his followers.

A 51-day standoff between the FBI and the Davidians ended when flames swept through the compound after tear gas was fired into the buildings. 75 people died, including 25 children.

Charges and counter charges followed the incident and questions about how the fires stared and whether federal agents or Davidians were responsible for the deadly outcome remain to this day.

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Guest:

Dick Reavis, author of The Ashes of Waco: An Investigation.

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Doomsday Cults Part 3: Heavens Gate | 26

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s we continue our look back at the rise of doomsday cults in the years leading up to the new millennium.

In March 1997, Heaven’s Gate made headlines around the world when 39 members died by suicide and today it remains one of the most recognizable and notorious cults of the 20th century.

The group was formed in the 1970’s by Marshall Herf Applewhite and Bonnie Nettles who combined their belief in extra-terrestrials with Christian theology. They traveled around the country, collecting a loyal following of like-minded people.

By the 1990’s they settled in California and began to prepare for the end times. When the Hale-Bopp comet was discovered Applewhite told his followers that a spaceship was traveling behind the comet and would pick them up and take them to the Next Level. But the only way followers could join the spaceship was by committing suicide.

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Guest:

Alan R. Warren, author of “Doomsday Cults: The Devil’s Hostages”

Facebook: @radiocub

A note on sources:

The description of Officer Robert Brunk’s discovery of the crime scene was included in an article by Gary Warth in the San Diego Union-Tribune on March 26, 2007.

https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sdut-i-lost-count-at-10-encinitas-deputy-recalls-day-2007mar26-story.html

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Doomsday Cults Part 2: Aum Shinrikyo | 25

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s we continue our look back at the rise of doomsday cults in the years leading up to the new millennium.

The Japanese doomsday cult, Aum Shinrikyo, killed 13 people and injured over 5,000 others in a sarin gas attack on the Tokyo Subway System in March 1995. It’s believed they were trying to bring about a world war that would result in an all-out nuclear war. Aum’s leader Shoko Asahara convinced his members that only they would survive the nuclear war and would transcend to a new utopian society.

Aum Shinrikyo reportedly had 40,000 members in countries around the world including Japan, Russia and the United States. In Tokyo, the majority of their members were highly educated young men who had grown disillusioned with Japanese society’s pressure to succeed. With the help of these followers, Asahara was able to build a network of chemical labs and computer companies worth a billion dollars.

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Paul Midford, Professor and Director of the Japan Program at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology

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Doomsday Cults Part 1: The Order of The Solar Temple | 24

Wed, 27 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On the next few episodes of History of the 90s we are looking back at the doomsday cults and their rise to infamy in the years leading up to the new millennium.

During the 1990’s the world began to seem more dangerous with war, environmental destruction and social breakdown becoming part of the everyday fabric of society. As a way of coping some people turned to new religions and cults for guidance and support. In some cases that decision ended with deadly consequences.

On part one we uncover the little-known story of the Order of the Solar Temple. The religious sect had branches in Canada, Switzerland and France and its members included politicians, journalists, executives and police officers. We’ll look at how members hoping to start a new life instead found horrific and tragic ends.

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https://www.infosecte.org/

Guest:

Michael Kropveld, Executive Director of Info-Cult

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The 1994 San Marino Grand Prix & Ayrton Senna | 23

Wed, 13 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s, we look back at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix, a cataclysmic weekend that shattered lives of many and permanently reshaped Formula 1 racing.

This is more than a story about fast cars –it’s a story about cutthroat competition, money, deceit, love, tragedy and the search for justice.

Over the course of three days, starting on April 29, 1994, in Imola, Italy, two drivers were killed, and another driver was seriously hurt. It was a watershed moment for F1 which had not seen a death in 12 years.

Formula One was never the same after that weekend, because one of the drivers lost at that event was one of the greatest drivers of all time, the legendary, Ayrton Senna.

Host, Kathy Kenzora takes you back to the historic San Marino race and the impact it had on one of the most prestigious sporting event series in the world.

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https://www.boxofficemojo.com/year/world/1999/?grossesOption=totalGrosses

Guests:

Brendan Dunlop, Sports Journalist

Twitter: @Brendan_Dunlop

Ibrar Malik, author of 1994: The Untold Story of a Tragic and Controversial Season

https://www.1994f1.com/

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The Movies of 1999: Part 2 I 22

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode we continue our look back at some of the great movies of 1999. The last year of the 20th century is considered by many to be one of the greatest movie years ever with a flood of innovative and provocative films like never before.

On part one we took a deep dive into; Fight Club, Election, Three Kings, Boys Don’t Cry, The Blair Witch Project and Being John Malkovich. Part two we take apart some more 99 classics including The Matrix, Office Space, American Beauty, American Pie, 10 Things I Hate About You and the Sixth Sense.

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https://www.boxofficemojo.com/year/world/1999/?grossesOption=totalGrosses

Guest:

Brian Raftery, author of Best. Movie. Year. Ever: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen

www.Brianraftery.com

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The Movies of 1999: Part 1 I 21

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

During this time of self-isolation, we thought you might need some viewing recommendations to help fill the time and take your mind off COVID-19. So, on this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora is looking back at some of the best movies from 1999. The last year of the 20th century is considered by many to be one of the greatest movie years ever with a flood of innovative and provocative films like never before.

For a full list of 1999 movies check out this site:

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsUt2jsLM1k

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Brian Raftery, author of Best. Movie. Year. Ever: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen

www.Brianraftery.com

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Selena | 20

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Mexican American singing sensation Selena Quintanilla was on the verge of becoming an international superstar when she was gunned down at a Texas motel by her fan club president.

25 years since her death, Selena continues to be immortalized by the Latinx community who look to her as a source of inspiration and hope.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks at the life and tragic death of the Latina icon, who in her short life became the best-selling Latin artist of all times.

Songs mentioned in episode:

Como La Flor, by Selena Y Los Dinos

Amor Prohibido, by Selena

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1O59SHpMxk

Bidi Bidi Bom Bom (Live at Astrodome), by Selena

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPkNVMtMXyc

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https://www.deborahparedez.com/bio

Guest:

Deborah Peredez, author of Selenidad: Selena, Latinos and the Performance of Memory

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Oklahoma City Bombing | 19

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

25 years ago, on April 19, 1995, the face of terrorism in the United States changed forever when Timothy McVeigh detonated a 5-ton truck bomb in front of the Alfred P. Murrah Building. 168 people were killed in the blast, including 19 children who attended a daycare centre on the second floor of the building.

Initially, media and others speculated that that the explosion may have been the work of Islamic terrorists, but Americans were shocked to learn it was a former US soldier who had taken aim at his own country.On this episode Kathy Kenzora looks back at the devastating story of the Oklahoma City Bombing and you'll hear from a woman who survived the blast that killed many of her work colleagues and learn what it was like to be buried under mounds of concrete and granite hoping that rescuers would find her.

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Pirate Radio, Freedom Songs, and The Release of Nelson Mandela | 18

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the '90s, host Kathy Kenzora is looking at some aspects of the anti-apartheid struggle that you might not know; pirate radio and protest songs.

Pirate radio was a weapon used by the African National Congress to inspire black South Africans and counter propaganda and misinformation by the apartheid government. While protest songs performed by western musicians played a pivotal role in raising awareness in the rest of the world about the injustices in South Africa.

Pirate radio and protest songs inside and outside South Africa helped put pressure on the South African government and help end apartheid.

This led to the release of Nelson Mandela from a prison in Cape Town, South Africa is one of the most memorable events of the 1990s. We all remember the day he walked arm and arm with his wife and then raised a fist in victory after surviving 27 years behind bars.

Following Mandela’s release, apartheid was dismantled, and he became the first democratically elected President in a free South Africa.

It had been a long walk to freedom for Mandela and a long fight by all South Africans to end apartheid.

Songs mentioned in episode:

Biko, by Peter Gabriel

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luVpsM3YAgw

Free Nelson Mandela, by The Special AKA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLMV7Buj5g0

Sun City, by Artists United Against Apartheid

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BIvf-ZlJNc

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Guests:

Sekibakiba Peter Lekgoathi (Ph.D.)

Associate Professor of History

University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

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WWE Attitude Era | 17

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Between 1997 and 2002 professional wrestling’s Attitude Era broke boundaries in ways like never before with risqué programming, adult oriented content and larger than life superstars like Stone Cold Steve Austin, the Rock, Bret Hart, The Undertaker and Sean Michaels.

Throw in the Monday night ratings war between the WWF and the WCW and it was the perfect storm of wrestling greatness.

WWF’s Monday Night Raw and the WCW’s Monday Nitro aired each week at the same time forcing fans to choose between the two. On June 17, 1996, Monday Nitro won the battle of the Monday night ratings for the first time. And It would go on to win the ratings war for the next 84 weeks in a row.

It would take WCW two years to claw its way back to the top thanks to the outrageous programming of the Attitude Era.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora takes a look back at some of the most memorable moments of the Attitude Era as we try to understand why fans can’t get enough of 90s wrestling.

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https://www.sportsnet.ca/author/kevin-michie/

Guest:

Kevin Michie, Senior Broadcast & Content Associate, Anchor, Sportsnet.ca Contributor

Twitter: @kevinmichie

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The Somalia Affair | 16

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Somalia was struck by a famine of staggering proportions which was made worse by the fact that militia leaders were stealing foreign aid that was shipped from other nations.

The Canadian military was part of a UN humanitarian peacekeeping mission to ensure food and medical supplies got to desperate Somali’s. Canada’s elite Airborne Regiment was deployed as part of the mission in December 1992 and within months would become involved in one of Canada’s ugliest moments in history.

In March 1993, a 16-year-old Somali boy was beaten and tortured to death after he was caught by soldiers sneaking into a military compound. Soldiers took photos posing with Shidane Arone after he had been brutalized for hours.

The same regiment would come under fire two years later when homemade videos were released to the media which showed Airborne Commandos making racists remarks and taking part in a disturbing hazing ceremony.

On this episode, host Kathy Kenzora, looks back at these events as well as the court martials and public inquiry that followed what has become known as the Somalia Affair.

To read more about the report mentioned in this episode entitled, Dishonoured Legacy: The Lessons of the Somalia Affair: Report of the Commission of Inquiry into the Deployment of Canadian Forces to Somalia follow this link:

https://qspace.library.queensu.ca/handle/1974/6881

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Guest:

Scott Taylor, editor and publisher of Esprit de Corps magazine

http://espritdecorps.ca/

Twitter: @EDC_Mag

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The Menendez Brothers | 15

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

On August 20, 1989, Jose and Kitty Menendez were brutally murdered inside the home of their Beverly Hills Mansion. The scene was so gruesome that early speculation focused on the possibility of a mob hit. But soon the focus shifted to the couple’s handsome young sons.

Lyle and Eric Menendez were eventually arrested for the murders and their sensational televised trial kicked off an era of high-profile criminal trials that captured the public’s imagination through the ‘90s.

In fact, it was the Menendez case that cleared the way for the trial of the century, the OJ trial, and foreshadowed our fascination with true crime docuseries and reality TV.

On this episode we’re taking a second look at the murder trials of Erik and Lyle Menendez and ask the question, if the brother’s stood trial today, would there be a different outcome in light of our current understanding of sexual abuse and family violence?

You’ll hear from Robert Rand, a journalist and author who has been working on the Menendez story for 30 years and recently uncovered incredible new evidence regarding the brother’s allegations of sexual abuse by their father.

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Robert Rand, author of The Menendez Murders: The Shocking Inside Story of an American Tragedy.

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The Birth of Online Dating | 14

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Depending on who you talk to, the introduction of online dating in 1995 either revolutionized society or destroyed it.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the creation of online dating and how it became such a normal part of our lives.

We talk to the creator of Match.com and the first mainstream dating website about what inspired him to use the internet to solve the age-old problem of finding a perfect match.

And we unpack the data that has been collected by sociologists who have been studying online dating to understand how swiping left and right has impacted how we meet and who we meet.

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Gary Kremen, pioneer of online dating.

Twitter: @gkremen

www.kremen.com

David Kushner, author of The Player’s Ball: A Genius, A Con Man, and the Secret History of the Internet’s Rise

Twitter: @davidkushner

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The Top 10 Stories of 1990 | 13

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

If 1990 was anything, it was a year of incredible change -- Sure it was the beginning of a new decade but more than that….much more….it was the start of a new era in human history. The decade that followed ushered in the end of communism, and apartheid. It saw the beginning of technological wonders that would both bring the world together and divide it …..and along the way change the very way we communicate with each other ….. It was also a time for some of the greatest achievements in music, television, and sport.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back and counts down 10 of the most memorable events from 1990.

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Olympic Bombing and The Wrong Man, Richard Jewell | 12

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

In July 1996, a back pack bomb rocked the Summer Olympics in Atlanta killing one person and injuring over 100 others. The bomb had been left under a bench in the middle of Centennial Olympic Park on the eighth day of the games.

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the tragedy that struck the 100th games and the police investigation that followed. Security Guard Richard Jewell who discovered the bomb before it exploded was first hailed a hero. Then just a few days later he was identified as the main suspect by the media who had a field day with his reputation.

This is the story of Richard Jewell, a cautionary tale about what happens when the police and the media rush to judgment.

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Kent Alexander, former US Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia

Twitter: @Kentbale

Kevin Salwen, Journalist

Twitter: @KevinSalwen

They co-authored: The Suspect: An Olympic Bombing, The FBI, The Media and Richard Jewell, The Man Caught in the Middle.

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Beanie Babies | 11

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

How did Beanie Babies go from boom to bust?

On this episode of History of the 90s, Host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the cute, colorful bean bag animals that started off as a toy but soon became an obsession for collectors who were buying and selling the furry creatures on this new thing called EBAY. Beanie Babies were traded like stocks and even became long term investments for some optimistic buyers.

Of course, where there’s money to be made there’s also crime and deception and Beanie Babies were no different. We’ll look back at how greed and hysteria over the 5-dollar plush toy also led to a wave of theft, fraud and fakery.

We’ll trace the Beanie Baby Bubble from start to finish and try to figure out if the man who invented the toy was a genius or an accidental billionaire.

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Guests:

Zac Bissonnette author, The Great Beanie Baby Bubble: The Amazing Story of How America Lost its Mind Over a Plush Toy – And the Eccentric Genius Behind It

Twitter: @ZacBissonnette

Peggy Gallagher

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Tracy Latimer - Mercy Killing or Murder | 10

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

In October 1993, Saskatchewan farmer, Robert Latimer, pumped exhaust fumes into the cab of a pickup truck ending the life of his severely disabled 12-year-old daughter. He claimed it was a mercy killing and that he only wanted to end Tracy`s constant pain.

Host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the heated debate that surrounded the death of Tracy Latimer.

The subject of euthanasia was fiercely debated in the 90s. It seemed every few months we heard news that Dr Jack Kevorkian had helped another terminally ill person end their life in the United States.

In Canada, Sue Rodrigues asked the Supreme Court to let a doctor help her die. When the court said no Rodrigues did it anyway forcing the government to take a look at whether society was ready for legalized euthanasia.

But the case of Tracey Latimer was different because she was a child and her parent made the decision for her leading to one of the most polarizing court dramas in Canadian history.

Disabled activists weigh in on this issue along with the author Gary Bauslaugh who has written extensively about Robert Latimer’s lengthy legal battle.

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Gary Bauslaugh author of: Robert Latimer: A Story of Justice and Mercy

Krista Carr, Executive Vice President of Canadian Association for Community Living

Twitter: @KristaCarrNB

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Pat Danforth, Vice Chair of Council of Canadians with Disabilities

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Scream | 9

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the ’90s, Scream, the movie directed by legendary director Wes Craven gave new life to the horror genre and inspired a generation of teen movies.

In the mid 90’s, the horror movie genre was almost dead, thanks in part to a slew of badly received sequels to iconic franchise like Halloween, Nightmare on Elm Street and Friday the 13th.

Then Scream, with its “Ghostface” serial killer, slashed its way into theaters.

Scream was like no other horror movie before because it wasn’t just terrifying, it was also incredibly self-aware.

From the opening scene when Drew Barrymore is asked, “What’s your favorite scary movie?” it was pretty clear this wasn’t what we were used to. Scream was unique. The characters knew about slasher movies and ironically recognized they were in the middle of one.

This episode looks back at how Scream came to be, including the little-known story of its inspiration. Also did you know that scream was originally called Scary Movie? But studio execs thought it was too on the nose so they suggested Scream…which was the name of a hugely popular song and video released in 1994 starring Michael Jackson and his sister Janet.

We’ll cover all this and we’ll try to understand why it became the most successful slasher movie franchise in history and how it continues to influence horror movies over 20 years later.

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John Kenneth Muir author of Horror Movies of the 1990s

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JFK Jr. The Prince of Camelot | 8

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora looks back at the cultural impact of John F. Kennedy Jr. After the assassination of US President Kennedy, John Jr, grew up as a living national treasure who was expected to carry on the hopes and dreams of his father.

in addition to his family’s political legacy, he was a legitimately good-looking guy who was not afraid to flaunt it.

John’s fame peaked in the 90s, after being deemed the Sexiest Man Alive by People Magazine. His every move was chronicled by the tabloids, with the media keeping close tabs on him, whether it was at work or play.

On this episode we’ll take a closer look at, George, the political magazine he founded in 1995 as well as his marriage to Carolyn Bessette.

We’ll talk to people who knew him and you’ll hear new details about his life and his short marriage that ended in tragedy in 1999 when John and Carolyn, along with her sister Lauren were killed in a plane crash.

Their deaths not only marked the end of Camelot they also marked the end of a paparazzi driven 90s celebrity culture that existed in a world before social media.

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Steven M. Gillon author of: The Life of John F. Kennedy Jr.: America’s Reluctant Prince

Randy Taraborrelli author of: The Kennedy Heirs: John, Caroline, and the New Generation –A Legacy of Tragedy and Triumph

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The OJ Simpson Verdict | 7

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s we are looking back at one particular day in 1995 that was the climax of a trial that gripped the public’s attention. October 3rd marks 24 years since 95 million people watched live on TV as the verdicts were read in the OJ Simpson Murder Trial.

After an eight month trial, the country waited anxiously to find out what would happen on the streets of Los Angeles If OJ was found guilty. Police were on standby outside the L.A. county courthouse in case there was a riot similar to the recent Rodney King related riots.

Host Kathy Kenzora takes a look back at that day from a special perspective. She was outside the L.A. County courthouse with a microphone and tape recorder covering the reaction for a Toronto radio station. This episode, which first aired on her previous podcast The History of 1995, recreates a day that lives on in infamy.

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Girl Power | 6

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the History of the 90s, Host Kathy Kenzora looks back at Girl Power, a 90’s phenomenon that introduced a generation of young girls to feminism and empowerment.

If you think of the Spice Girls when you hear Girl Power, you are not wrong. But before the Spice Girls were kicking it for the girls with hit songs like “Wannabe,” the Riot GRRL movement in the Pacific Northwest was advocating for Girl Power.

We’ll talk to authors Alison Yarrow and Anne T. Donahue as we track the Girl Power movement from Riot Grrl to the Spice Girls and try to understand how it impacted music and society in the 90s and today.

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Anne T. Donahue

Twitter: @annetdonahue

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Allison Yarrow, author of 90s Bitch: Media, Culture and the Failed Equality Promise of Gender Equality

Twitter: @Aliyarrow

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The TTC Subway Crash | 5

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

On this episode we are digging into the archive of Host Kathy Kenzora’s previous podcast the History of 1995 to bring you the incredible life and death story of the Toronto subway crash.

On August 11, 1995, a TTC subway train crashed into the back of a stopped train killing three women and injuring dozens of others in Canada’s deadliest accident on a rapid transit system. The driver of the train that caused the crash was on his second day on the job after receiving just 12 days of training.

Rescuers worked for hours to free trapped passengers from the twisted metal, in unbearably hot conditions. A trauma doctor had to be called in from a nearby hospital to amputate the legs of two passengers who could not be freed by firefighters.

Kenzora covered an inquest into the crash that revealed that the rookie driver at the centre of the crash ran three red lights before his train smashed into the back of the stopped subway. The inquest also revealed a host of safety problems and malfunctioning equipment at the TTC which all played a part in the collision.

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The One About "Friends" | 4

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

We take a deep dive into Friends, one of the most Iconic TV shows of the decade. Host Kathy Kenzora will try to understand how the show about six 20-somethings in New York became a global phenomenon and why it continues to capture the hearts of fans around the world 25 years later.

Friends was created by three ex-New Yorkers who remembered what it was like when they were trying to navigate an uncertain future after college when friends were family. We’ll take you behind the scenes as creators put together the cast and prepared for the pilot episode which aired on September 22, 1994.

We’ll look at all of the ways that Friends impacted culture, from fashion and music to the legendary Rachel haircut. We’ll also talk to author Kelsey Miller about the surprising impact that Friends has had on people around the world who have learned to speak English by watching the show.

We’ll address some of the questions and controversies that have arisen about Friends, since the recent resurgence of the show and try to explain why it still stands up for an entire new generation of viewers.

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Kelsey Miller, author of I’ll Be There for You: The One About Friends

Twitter: @mskelseymiller

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Columbine | 3

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 04:05:00 GMT

On this episode of History of the 90s, host Kathy Kenzora takes you back to the shootings at Columbine High School. She'll share the timeline and details from documents released by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and will talk to people who were there that day. She also addresses some of the myths about Columbine and look at the profound impact of one of the most tragic school shootings in US history.

After the shootings started, student Laura Farber, hid under a table in the cafeteria, unsure if it was real or a prank. Farber and others eventually ran from the cafeteria into a nearby neighbourhood, banging on the front door of several houses before someone let them in to safety.

Columbine Principal Frank DeAngelis, came face to face with one of the shooters as he escorted a group of students into the gym change room. Later he would assist police outside the school as they worked to contain the situation.

While all this was happening the world watched the drama unfold live on TV. A school shooting in the era of 24 hour news coverage created continuous coverage which left a permanent scar on our collective psyche.

Immediately following the drama the media reported that the shooters were bullied loners who were part of a group called “The Trench Coat Mafia.” It was suggested that they were taking revenge on jocks and others who had picked on them.

Professor James Densley from the Metropolitan State University in Minnesota, explains that in the years since the shooting we have learned that this narrative was incorrect and that the notoriety given to the shooters has reared a Columbine Generation.

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