Nostalgia & Now with Laguna Biotch

Laguna Biotch

On Nostalgia and Now with Laguna Biotch, Kelli breaks down some of your favorite reality television episodes and pop culture moments. Much like your favorite radio station, this podcast covers 90's,00's, and today! This podcast has been described as brunch. You'll leave being reminded of the fun times of pop culture past, present, and some unqualified advice. Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/lagunabiotch/support">https://anchor.fm/lagunabiotch/support</a>

  • 46 minutes 33 seconds
    145. The Unhinged Reality of 2000s Celebrity Culture with Heather Shaw

    This week Kelli is joined by comedian and content creator Heather Shaw to talk about the unhinged reality of early 2000s celebrity culture—and how it compares to today. From the Perez Hilton era to toxic tabloid headlines, they revisit a time that felt chaotic… and feels even darker looking back.


    They also get into how we talk about celebrities now, the rise of TikTok, and whether we’ve actually become more empathetic—or just faster to judge.


    For everything Heather Shaw check out her website! ---> https://heathershawcomedy.com/

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    29 April 2026, 4:00 am
  • 36 minutes 41 seconds
    144. Fanning Out: Thirteen
    This week Kelli kicks off a brand new series, Fanning Out, where she gets to, well… fan out. First up? Thirteen. From the wild behind-the-scenes story to the performances that still feel a little too real, your host breaks down why this film was the blueprint for everything from teen dramas to Euphoria. So hit play — whether you’ve never seen it or you’re long overdue for a rewatch.

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    27 April 2026, 4:00 am
  • 1 hour 59 seconds
    143. The O.C. vs One Tree Hill
    This week Kelli is joined by her fiancée as they go head-to-head over the ultimate early 2000s debate: The O.C. vs. One Tree Hill.

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    20 April 2026, 4:00 am
  • 48 minutes 14 seconds
    142. The Laguna Beach Reunion
    This week Kelli talks about her top 5 moments from the Laguna Beach Reunion and her fiancee pops in to give her thoughts as well! There will be no episodes next week so talk to you all the week of 4/20!

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    10 April 2026, 4:26 pm
  • 49 minutes 39 seconds
    141. Talan's Here!

    This week Kelli is joined by Laguna Beach fan favorite Talan Torriero for a surprise Friday episode you won’t want to miss. Talan looks back on his start on Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County, what it was like being suddenly thrust into the public eye as a teenager, and how life changed once the cameras turned off. From behind the scenes memories to what he’s up to today, this episode is a gorgeous walk down early-2000s memory lane.


    Follow Talan on TikTok! - https://www.tiktok.com/@talantorriero

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    10 April 2026, 4:00 am
  • 46 minutes 20 seconds
    140. Ranking Glee Songs With Donny

    This week Kelli is joined by I Am The Cute One cohost Donny Hadfield to rank their top 10 songs from Glee. Expect a lot of love for Naya Rivera, a debate about Tina Cohen-Chang’s vocal abilities, and plenty of chaotic energy along the way.


    Follow Donny on IG --- https://www.instagram.com/realdonnywood/


    Listen to I Am The Cute One - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/i-am-the-cute-one/id1570702948

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    8 April 2026, 4:00 am
  • 47 minutes 7 seconds
    139. The Music Moments That Defined 2002: Britney, Eminem, Ashanti &amp; More
    This week Kelli is taking a look back at the music moments that defined 2002. From Kelly Clarkson winning the first season of American Idol to the chart domination of Eminem, Ashanti, Nelly, and Avril Lavigne. Kelli revisits the songs, TRL moments, and pop culture shifts that made the year unforgettable.

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    6 April 2026, 4:00 am
  • 57 minutes 11 seconds
    138. From Headlines to Podcasts with Mandy Matney

    This week, Kelli is joined by investigative journalist Mandy Matney. The two chat about Mandy’s passion for finding the facts, the day she got a DM from Brittany Snow, and everything in between. The conversation also touches on the Murdaugh family case and what it was like watching that story take on a life of its own. From there, they dive into the evolution of true crime, approaching cases with empathy, and how the way we consume stories has changed over the years. Plus, Mandy opens up about launching her own network and what comes next.


    Follow Mandy on Instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/mandy_matney/


    Find all of Mandy's shows here! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/lunashark-media/id6445544578

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    1 April 2026, 4:00 am
  • 14 minutes 41 seconds
    137. EMERGENCY EP - West &amp; Amanda
    Kelli is joined by her fiancee to chat about everything West and Amanda!

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    31 March 2026, 10:01 pm
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    136. Choosing Sobriety in a Drinking Culture
    This week, Kelli shares the story behind her decision to remove alcohol from her life. What began as early 20s partying escalated after she moved to Nashville and eventually exploded in New York, turning into a deeper struggle with alcohol and drugs. Now 2.5 years sober, she’s opening up in a raw and vulnerable way about how she got here and what life looks like on the other side.

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    30 March 2026, 4:00 am
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    135. Black &amp; Blue Album review with When They Popped

    This week Kelli is joined by Mary and Kelsey from the podcast When They Popped! They show you the shape of their heart with a full track by track dive into Black & Blue, breaking down one of the best selling albums of the 2000s. From the undeniable pull of The Call to the emotional highs that still hit just as hard today, your hosts are all in on this one. So quit playin’ games and hit play… because the answer to why this album still matters might be callin’ your name.


    Listen to When They Popped! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/welcome-to-when-they-popped/id1662292596?i=1000591853739&l=zh-Hans-CN


    Follow When They Popped on IG - https://www.instagram.com/whentheypoppedpod/


    Nostalgia & Now spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/71hEXTQHmQGPkRYHyscRVS?si=aa71e6f2b4a84a92

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    25 March 2026, 4:00 am
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