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Making the Stan

by Ryan Sugden

Making the Stan is a celebration of 20 years of Danity Kane—the music, the memories, the drama and the impact of one of the most iconic girl groups of the 2000s.Hosted by Ryan, a devoted Stan, and his friend Steve, a self-proclaimed newbie when it comes to the world of DK, this podcast takes a deep dive into the history of Danity Kane, from their formation on Making the Band 3 to their chart-topping success, unforgettable performances, lineup changes, reunions, and lasting influence on pop and R&B culture.Along the way, Ryan will do his best to make Steve a DK Stan. Follow along.

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Episodes

  1. The End of DK Era 1

    Welcome back to Making the Stan. Last week, we reviewed Danity Kane's debut, self-titled album, and this week, we're looking at everything else! From live performances to music videos to unreleased tracks and so much more - tune in as we wrap up DK's first official era as a group. Will we end on…

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  2. Danity Kane: The Album

    Welcome back to Making the Stan. This week, we're diving into Danity Kane's debut, self-titled album. From lead single Show Stopper to underrated bop Heartbreaker, what will be the standouts? Will Ryan be able to put aside his standom to give an honest review? But most importantly, will Steve…

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  3. Making the Band 3, Season 3, Season Finale

    Welcome back to Making the Stan! This week, we're talking about the Making the Band 3 Series Finale. The girls prepare for their first ever live show as Danity Kane, but will the weather allow them to perform? You'll have to tune in to find out. If you want more Danity Kane content, follow the...

  4. Making the Band 3, Season 3, Episodes 7 & 8

    We're so back, and we're looking at Making the Band 3, Season 3, episodes 7 & 8. Rudy is back as the main villain of the season, gaslighting Aundrea right before they break up. They also record "Hold Me Down" and perform "Ride For You" live for the first time. Then we finally get a band name:...

  5. Making the Band 3, Season 3, Episodes 5 & 6

    Welcome back to Making the Stan, a podcast dedicated to celebrating supergroup Danity Kane. This week we'll watch as the girls finally get into the studio to record tracks for their debut album. But as they do, Dawn struggles on song "Sleep On It" before she finally pulls it together to create…

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  6. Making the Band 3, Season 3, Episodes 3 & 4

    Welcome back to Making the Stan! This week, we're continuing a rather boring deep dive into Making the Band 3, Season 3 as your co-hosts persevere through the trenches of staged conflict and offensive attacks on their two favs. The girls move in together, find a mouse, call exterminators, pretend...

  7. Making the Band 3, Season 3, Episodes 1 & 2

    Welcome to the start of season two of Making the Stan. We're back, we've finally made a group, and we're on to the next stage of what makes Danity Kane who they are. At the beginning of season three of Making the Band 3, the girls reunite after some time with family and go to Dawn's hometown of…

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  8. Making the Band 3, Season 2, Season Finale

    Welcome back to Making the Stan, a podcast dedicated to celebrating 20 years of Danity Kane. This week, we're discussing the season finale of season two of Making the Band 3. It's finally time to make a band... or is it? Who will make it into the final five member lineup of Danity Kane? Will…

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  9. Making the Band 3, Season 2, Episodes 6, 7 & 8

    This week on Making the Stan, we're getting closer to making a band, and now we’re down to 13 girls. We’re looking at episodes 6, 7 & 8 of Making the Band 3 season 2. The girls get broken up into groups to sing original songs made for them, and we’ll see what tensions arise when the girls are...

  10. Making the Band 3, Season 2, Episodes 4 & 5

    In episode seven of Making the Stan, we're so back and the girls are performing in groups of five to the Making the Band 3 theme song, "Oh la la" by Cheri Dennis. But not all of the girls make it as they continue dropping like flies due to injuries and illness. Then the girls all head down to…

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  11. Making the Band 3, Season 2, Episodes 2 & 3

    In episode six of Making the Stan, we're continuing the dive into season 2 of Making the Band 3. The girls are deep in it while they have to go out to Times Square and perform acapella in groups. But one of the veterans is struggling more than she'd like to. Laurie Ann is back, and there are…

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  12. Making the Band 3, Season 2, Episode 1

    We're so back, and so is a new batch of girls! Diddy sends out the Dream Team to scout girls from more than just four cities, and we're astounded at the level of talent available. We meet the likes of Dawn Richard, Shannon Bex, Naima Adedapo and Taquita Thorns, and after narrowing it down to 18...

  13. Making the Band 3, Season 1, Episodes 9 & 10

    In episode four of Making the Stan, we're finishing up season 1 of Making the Band 3 as we get to the supposed finish line: IT'S TIME TO MAKE A BAND... or is it? We're breaking down all the key moments of the penultimate and finale episodes to see who makes the band, who gets cut, and if these...

  14. Making the Band 3, Season 1, Episode 6, 7 & 8

    In episode three of Making the Stan, we're continuing our dive into Making the Band 3 as the drama unfolds and we finally get some more cuts. Den Mother Jason has overstayed his welcome, but the girls have no idea how to get him out of the house. Then, with school taking over Michelle's life, she...

  15. Making the Band 3, Season 1, Episodes 3, 4 & 5

    In episode two of Making the Stan, we're continuing our dive into Making the Band 3 as the competition heats up and the pressure begins to mount. From choreography rehearsals and vocal evaluations to a spur of the moment trip to Atlanta to recruit more girls, we're breaking down all the key…

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  16. Making the Band 3, Season 1, Episodes 1 & 2.

    In the debut episode of Making the Stan, we're going all the way back to where it began: the first two episodes of Making the Band 3. Join us as we revisit the auditions, break down the production of the show, meet Queen Aubrey O'Day, and visit the early stages of the journey that would…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Making the Stan is a celebration of 20 years of Danity Kane—the music, the memories, the drama and the impact of one of the most iconic girl groups of the 2000s.Hosted by Ryan, a devoted Stan, and his friend Steve, a self-proclaimed newbie when it comes to the world of DK, this podcast takes a deep dive into the history of Danity Kane, from their formation on Making the Band 3 to their chart-topping success, unforgettable performances, lineup changes, reunions, and lasting influence on pop and R&B culture.Along the way, Ryan will do his best to make Steve a DK Stan. Follow along.

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Ryan Sugden

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Making the Stan is a celebration of 20 years of Danity Kane—the music, the memories, the drama and the impact of one of the most iconic girl groups of the 2000s.Hosted by Ryan, a devoted Stan, and his friend Steve, a self-proclaimed newbie when it comes to the world of DK, this podcast takes a deep...

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