In this discussion, Colette Shade, author of 'Y2K: How the 2000s Became Everything', reminisces about the buoyant spirit of the 1990s. She highlights the stark contrast between that optimism and today's prevalent pessimism, with a focus on cultural phenomena like the Y2K aesthetic. The conversation delves into societal shifts, such as the move from VW Beetles to SUVs and the impact of economic bubbles. Shade also reflects on the cultural contradictions of the early 2000s and the lasting influence of the tech boom on modern perspectives.

Join Colette Shade, author of "Y2K: How the 2000s Became Everything," as she dives into the vibrant world of Y2K aesthetics. Discover how the dot-com bubble, alien fascination, and post-9/11 culture shaped consumer trends. Colette reveals the impact of Y2K futurism and the era's intense sexism. She also connects past movements to today’s social challenges, critiquing media influence and technology. Fans of nostalgia and pop culture will find her insights both enlightening and entertaining!

Colette Shade, author of "Y2K: How the 2000s Became Everything," delves into the cultural impact of the early 2000s. She discusses how nostalgia intertwines with modern disillusionment faced by millennials, contrasting their optimistic youth with the harsh realities of adulthood. The conversation highlights the lasting effects of globalization and the 9/11 event on millennial identity, while also exploring the shift in political engagement post-2008 recession. Shade's insights illuminate the complexities of a generation shaped by rapidly changing societal conditions.