Was That A Fever Dream? - A Pop Culture Podcast

By: Lorenzo Espinosa
  • Summary

  • Has there been a moment in pop culture that makes you question “was that a fever dream?” Join me as we take a trip down down memory lane as I discuss early 2000s fads, strange internet trends and pop culture moments that have scarred our working memory. In each episode, I take a deep dive into their origin story, how they became part of the mainstream media and why these events/people/things eventually flopped. Put on your Van Dutch hat and press play on your Walkman as we take a stroll down fever dream lane. New eps. every Monday! Follow the pod on Instagram at: @wasthatafeverdreampodcast
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Episodes
  • The Flopulous Tale of Target in Canada
    Mar 6 2023

    In this episode, I talk about the fever dream that was Target in Canada. I discuss the history of Zellers Canada in the retail landscape and how it became an iconic legacy brand in Canada. I talk about the reasons why Target didn't succeed and the factors that contributed to its eventual bankruptcy.

    Digressions include: my weekend with SZA, why Perfect Match is the most chaotic show on Netflix and Nordstrom's announcement of its departure in Canada.

    Follow the podcast on Instagram at: @wasthatafeverdreampodcast!

    See you all next Monday!


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    47 mins
  • The Wardrobe Malfunction Seen Around the World
    Feb 20 2023

    In this episode, I talk about the fever dream that was the 2004 Super Bowl Halftime show with Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake. I discuss how the Super Bowl halftime show has evolved from its humble beginnings into the modern 15-minute celebrity showcase. I break down the controversial 2004 halftime show and explain how infamous incident transpired and what this meant for both Janet and Justin's careers.

    Digressions include: my thoughts on the Rihanna halftime show aka the Fenty Bowl aka the National Fenty League.

    Follow the podcast on Instagram at: @wasthatafeverdreampodcast!

    See you all next Monday!

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    45 mins
  • (Flash) Mob Mentality
    Feb 6 2023

    In this episode, I talk about the fever dream of flash mobs and how they played a role in the history of the internet. I talk about the history of the flash mob, how it evolved from an underground internet sub culture to one of the most viral trends in the late 2000s. Digressions include: Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour announcement, Netflix's anti-password sharing drama and my review on the film, Triangle of Sadness.

    Follow the podcast on Instagram at: @wasthatafeverdreampodcast!

    See you all next Monday!

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    35 mins

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