60 Songs That Explain the '90s

Rob looks back at the first band he ever interviewed in his hometown while diving into Green Day’s rise to stardom.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Hanif AbdurraqibProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob looks back at his college radio DJ days while diving into Depeche Mode’s “Enjoy the Silence.”Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Craig JenkinsProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob looks back at ‘Ferris Bueller's Day Off’ when diving into Liz Phair’s “F--k and Run” and the rest of her career.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Sam LipsyteProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob spills on his love/hate relationship with LeBron James over the years while deep diving on how Hootie & The Blowfish got their name, the difference between primarily fun music and totally disposable music, and the imprint left by band.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Leslie StreeterProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: About Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob explores his love for live albums while looking back at Erykah Badu’s “Tyrone.” Along the way he explains why the live version of the song is the clearly superior recording.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Clover HopeProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Productional Support: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob is joined by ‘Bandsplain’ host Yasi Salek to read some of your fan mail and answer questions. Why do you live in Ohio? Which band do you regret not having an episode on? Nirvana or Pearl Jam? Tune in to hear Rob answer these questions and more.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Yasi SalekProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Music journalist Tom Breihan joins the host to explore the rise and fall of Vanilla Ice and his hit song 'Ice Ice Baby.' They discuss Vanilla Ice's impact on the 90s music industry, controversies surrounding sampling, and reflect on his legacy as a white rapper in a diverse genre.

The podcast dives into Pearl Jam's lyrically incomprehensible B-side hit 'Yellow Ledbetter'. They discuss the formation of Temple of the Dog and Pearl Jam, the impact of 'Jeremy' on the band and their fans, and the subversion of Pearl Jam's fame. They also explore the enduring power of Pearl Jam and their ability to navigate the changing music landscape.

In this conversation, Rider Strong, best known for his role in 'Boy Meets World' and as the voice of 'Boy Meets 90s,' joins to unpack Lisa Loeb's iconic track 'Stay (I Missed You).' They dive into the complicated romance depicted in 'Reality Bites,' dissecting Winona Ryder's choices and the nostalgic soundtrack. Strong also shares insights on the cultural shifts in 90s romance and authenticity, alongside humorous reflections on the era's expectations and musical landscape.

Rob reminisces on his first days working in a newsroom and watching ‘ThunderCats’ outtakes, all while riding on the sleek R&B roads of memory lane when looking back at Mark Morrison’s big hit “Return of the Mack,” along with other hip-hop-influenced '90s R&B songs.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Justin CharityProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Productional Support: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices