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Attention all divas!From Beyoncé to Whitney, and all the iconic divas in between, join Steffi & Angie as they deconstruct everyone's favorite divas on film, TV, & in music. Here on Diva Dailies, we deep dive into all the things happening in the (superior) DCU, aka the Diva Cinematic Universe. From reviews of our favorite diva movies, tv shows, & albums, to discussions on the latest diva headlines, it's all about giving it up to the women that continue to shape culture and inspire the masses.So whether you're a stan, a casual fan, or one of Patti Labelle's lost background singers, pull up a chair and make sure that microphone is on because it's time to celebrate & honor: THE DIVAS.
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2024 GRAMMY DIVAS (Thank You, Celine Dion) + Usher Super Bowl Predictions
Kicking off Season 4, Angie and Steffi discuss the diva-coded 2024 Grammys. They get into major moments like the return of Tracy Chapman, Jay Z’s speech & the Taylor Swift snubbing Celine Dion debacle. Plus, Usher Super Bowl setlist predictions!We also share our thoughts on our favorite Grammy winners of the night including Victoria Monet and Miley Cyrus and our favorite performances.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:07)Grammy Discussion- General Thoughts (01:52)- Tracy Chapman Returns (13:12)- Jay Z SHAKES the Table (17:58)- Taylor Swift Wins AOTY & Celine Dion (28:29)- Rapid Fire Round (59:55)Usher & the Super Bowl- Usher Super Bowl Setlist Predictions (71:44)- Closing Thoughts (84:35)
Season 3 Wrap Up! - MORE Listener Feedback & What's to Come
In our FINAL episode of Season 3, Angie and Steffi answer additional listener feedback. We share the origins of our podcast theme song, tangential Whitney Houston / My Love is Your Love topics, posthumous albums, what’s the difference between an artist that is inspired by other artists and one that merely copies - and so much more!We also tease what we will be covering next season - Season 4 will be our experimental diva album.Because this is our final episode of the season, just wanted to say a huge thank you to all of our listeners that listened to us babble on about our favorite divas every week. It really means a lot that you take the time to support the pod in whatever way you do. We see you and appreciate you. And thanks so much for listening and loving the divas just as much as we do. DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:03)Listener Feedback - Questions (04:18)- Can you break down the podcast intro and outro? (04:34)- Whitney Houston’s evolution as an artist & person during the My Love is Your Love era? (18:51)- What could Whitney Houston have done differently, with the industry changing into the late 90s into the early 2000s for an artist that did not write her own stuff? How much control did she really have? (23:27)- Thoughts on Michael Jackson’s posthumous albums & posthumous albums in general? (30:23)- Would you have gone to Geri Halliwell’s book signing? (41:16) - Did Sanaa Lathan bite Beyoncé? (44:25)- Difference between artists who are copycats & artists who are inspired? (51:53)- Singer-Songwriters & Lack of A&R? (63:46)- Previewing Season 4 of Diva Dailies (72:54)Listener Feedback - Emails (74:00)Listener Feedback - Reviews (78:22)Random Diva Headlines - Halle Bailey is a Mom (88:08)- Angela Bassett Honorary Oscar (92:07)- Regina King is Back (94:48)- Closing Thoughts on Season 3 (96:23)
Carol (2015): CATE BLANCHETT & ROONEY MARA {Part 3}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi’s “Carol” discussion comes to an end. They discuss “Carol” being overlooked by the Oscars, their lackluster marketing campaign, gay shaking, and why the movie will forever be a favorite for people with taste - including you, Harold. This is part 2 of 2 of our era breakdown episodes, and the final part of our “Carol” episodes. Continuing where we left off with tea - we get into some MAJOR TEA in this episode, including: Cate Blanchett’s controversial Variety interview, Harvey Weinstein, Rooney Mara & category fraud, and JUSTICE FOR CAROL (2015). We also hyper analyze “Carol”’s marketing material including that exquisite teaser trailer, the emotional first trailer…and that really sketchy second trailer. Plus, “Harold, they’re lesbians”. LOGLINE: Carol is a 2015 romantic period drama film directed by Todd Haynes. The screenplay by Phyllis Nagy is based on the 1952 romance novel The Price of Salt by Patricia Highsmith (republished as Carol in 1990). The film stars Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara, Sarah Paulson, Jake Lacy, and Kyle Chandler. Set in New York City during the early 1950s, Carol tells the story of a forbidden affair between an aspiring female photographer and an older woman going through a difficult divorce.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:04)- Trigger Warning (01:50)Era Breakdown - Spill the Technicolor Tea (03:08)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (46:13)- Tinseltown Showdown (83:39)- Chaka Khan (87:06)- Show Me the Receipts (101:18) - Impact/ Closing Thoughts (105:56)
Carol (2015): CATE BLANCHETT & ROONEY MARA {Part 2}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi talk all about the “Carol” era in Cate Blanchett & Rooney Mara’s career. This is part 1 of 2 of our era breakdown episodes, and part 2 of 3 of our “Carol” episodes.We discuss what was going on at their careers during this time and how the roles of Carol & Therese ultimately contribute to their onscreen personas. We then get into Patricia Highsmith and tackle two big, controversial questions concerning “Carol”: 1) Is it okay for straight actresses to play lesbians onscreen? 2) Is Carol a predatory lesbian?LOGLINE: Carol is a 2015 romantic period drama film directed by Todd Haynes. The screenplay by Phyllis Nagy is based on the 1952 romance novel The Price of Salt by Patricia Highsmith (republished as Carol in 1990). The film stars Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara, Sarah Paulson, Jake Lacy, and Kyle Chandler. Set in New York City during the early 1950s, Carol tells the story of a forbidden affair between an aspiring female photographer and an older woman going through a difficult divorce.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:12)Era Breakdown (02:31)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (03:32)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (58:40)- Previewing Next Week’s Episode (106:22)
Carol (2015): CATE BLANCHETT & ROONEY MARA {Part 1}
For our final Holiday Diva Movie of the season, everything comes full circle. This week, Angie and Steffi discuss “Carol” (2015, directed by Todd Haynes), starring our divas of the week: Cate Blanchett & Rooney Mara.Because there is so much to talk about when it comes to the masterpiece that is “Carol”, we have decided to divide our discussion into two parts. In part one, we review the movie via various scene discussions. We then end the episode sharing what we think Cate Blanchett & Rooney Mara’s Oscar Clips should be and giving our Letterboxd rating.During our review, we ask the classic Carol question: Did Carol leave the gloves on purpose? We also discuss if Carol clocked Therese immediately, repression vs. not knowing one’s sexuality, the film’s mise en scène, the emotionally stirring score, and the genius of Todd Haynes’ cinema. And Cate Blanchett’s back. LOGLINE: Carol is a 2015 romantic period drama film directed by Todd Haynes. The screenplay by Phyllis Nagy is based on the 1952 romance novel The Price of Salt by Patricia Highsmith (republished as Carol in 1990). The film stars Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara, Sarah Paulson, Jake Lacy, and Kyle Chandler. Set in New York City during the early 1950s, Carol tells the story of a forbidden affair between an aspiring female photographer and an older woman going through a difficult divorce.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:18)- Opening Discussions: Movie Intro (03:58)- Opening Discussions: Our First Viewing Experience & Initial Impressions (06:34)Movie Review- Scene Breakdowns (30:58)- Oscar Clip (109:08)- Letterboxd Rating (114:05)- Closing Thoughts (114:43)- Previewing Next Week’s Episode (116:24)
The Best Man Holiday (2013): NIA LONG, SANAA LATHAN, REGINA HALL, & MELISSA DE SOUSA
In this episode, Angie and Steffi discuss the holiday sequel to 1999’s “The Best Man”. It’s time to get into “The Best Man Holiday” (2013) starring our divas of the week: Nia Long, Sanaa Lathan, Regina Hall, and Melissa De Sousa. For this episode, we combined what would normally be two parts of an episode into one episode because that’s what we used to do when covering movies. However, this will probably change in future episodes. But the first part of this episode is reviewing the movie via various scene discussions, while the second part of this episode is us talking about “The Best Holiday” era in Nia Long, Sanaa Lathan, Regina Hall, and Melissa De Sousa’s careers respectively.During our review, we debate whether these people are actually friends, the ways in which the characters grew and DID NOT grow from the first movie to the sequel, the memorable “Can You Stand the Rain?” scene, and how successful the sequel is.Then, during our era breakdown, we talk about how the careers of Nia Long, Sanaa Lathan, Regina Hall, and Melissa De Sousa’s; discussing their onscreen personas and all of their amazing work in Black Cinema. We also talk about how the film was marketed and why it was the most profitable Black Holiday film in 2013. Plus, two rounds of IMDB’s “Best Four Known For”!LOGLINE: The Best Man Holiday is a 2013 American comedy-drama film written, co-produced and directed by Malcolm D. Lee. A sequel to Lee's The Best Man (1999), it stars Morris Chestnut, Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Terrence Howard, Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long, Harold Perrineau, Monica Calhoun and Melissa De Sousa, all reprising their roles from the previous film. Along with Lee, the film was produced by Sean Daniel.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:05)- Opening Discussions: Movie Intro (04:26)- Opening Discussions: Our First Viewing Experience & Initial Impressions (06:21)Part 1: Movie Review- Scene Breakdowns (18:14)- Oscar Clip (55:34)- Letterboxd Rating (58:12)Part 2: Era Breakdown- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (60:30)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (79:02)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (82:52)- Tinseltown Showdown (91:20)- Chaka Khan! - IMDB’s Best Four Known For (91:45)- Show Me the Receipts (98:05)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (99:23)- Previewing Next Week’s Episode (102:18)
The Holiday (2006): KATE WINSLET & CAMERON DIAZ
In this episode, Angie and Steffi are continuing on their holiday diva movie journey with the modern day Christmas romcom classic “The Holiday” (2006) featuring our divas of the week: Kate Winslet & Cameron Diaz.For this episode, we combined what would normally be two parts of an episode into one episode because that’s what we used to do when covering movies. However, this will probably change in future episodes. But the first part of this episode is reviewing the movie via various scene discussions, while the second part of this episode is us talking about “The Holiday” era in Kate Winslet & Cameron Diaz’s careers respectively.During our review, we discuss meet cutes, the Santa Ana winds, why Arthur is the best character, Angie’s love for Miles/ Jack Black, Steffi’s love for Graham/ Jude Law and our shared love for that iconic 3 way phone call scene.Then, during our era breakdown, we talk about how “The Holiday” plays up to or against Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet’s on screen personas, respectively. We also discuss Nancy Meyers’ career at this time and how despite the film having underwhelming success, it became a modern day holiday classic over time.LOGLINE: The Holiday is a 2006 American romantic comedy film written, produced and directed by Nancy Meyers. Coproduced by Bruce A. Block, it was filmed in both California and England and stars Kate Winslet and Cameron Diaz as Iris and Amanda, two lovelorn women from opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean, who arrange a home exchange to escape heartbreak during the Christmas and holiday season. Jude Law and Jack Black were cast as the film's leading men Graham and Miles, with Eli Wallach, Shannyn Sossamon, Edward Burns, and Rufus Sewell playing key supporting roles.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (00:58)- Opening Discussions: Movie Intro (02:56)- Opening Discussions: Our First Viewing Experience & Initial Impressions (04:58)Part 1: Movie Review- Scene Breakdowns (12:09)- Oscar Clip (67:15)- Letterboxd Rating (69:08)Part 2: Era Breakdown- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (70:28)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (83:43)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (88:55)- Tinseltown Showdown (95:26)- Game! (96:00)- Show Me the Receipts (103:12)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (106:25)- Previewing Next Week’s Episode (110:52)
A Diva's Christmas Carol (2000): VANESSA WILLIAMS
In this episode, Angie and Steffi are going back to the movies in honor of the holiday season. To kick off our Diva Holiday Movies month, we are discussing the VH1 TV movie classic “A Diva’s Christmas Carol (2000) starring our diva of the week: Vanessa Williams. We review the movie and also talk about the “A Diva’s Christmas Carol” era in Vanessa Williams’ career.For this episode, we combined what would normally be two parts of an episode into one episode because that’s what we used to do when covering movies. However, this will probably change in future episodes. But the first part of this episode is reviewing the movie via various scene discussions, while the second part of this episode is us talking about this project in relation to Vanessa Williams’ career. During our review, we discuss all the funny moments including Ebony’s lack of concert during a literal earthquake. We then stan faux fictional girl group Desire and their bops! Plus, a discussion on the meta-ness quality of this Vh1 classic and our fictional diva bracket.Then, during our era breakdown, we talk about Vanessa Williams’ onscreen persona as the “diva bitch” and the projects that helped cultivate this persona. We also discuss the lack of music programming today and how that came to be. Also, we play a fun game called “IMDB’s Best Four Known For” that we will be doing in all of our movie episodes. ‘Tis the season!LOGLINE: A Diva's Christmas Carol is a 2000 VH1-original Christmas television film starring Vanessa L. Williams, Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas, Brian McNamara and Kathy Griffin. The film is based on Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol (1843), and features an ego-driven popular singer who gets a reality check by three Christmas spirits. The film premiered on December 13, 2000.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:06)- Listener Feedback (02:39)- Opening Discussions: Movie Intro (05:31)- Opening Discussions: Our First Viewing Experience & Initial Impressions (07:04)Part 1: Movie Review- Scene Breakdowns (15:29)- Oscar Clip (59:44)- Letterboxd Rating (61:34)Part 2: Era Breakdown- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (65:02)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (80:34)- Game! (92:24)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (97:02)- Tinseltown Showdown (99:29)- Show Me the Receipts (101:43)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (104:39)- Previewing Next Week’s Episode (108:12)
"My Love is Your Love" (1998): WHITNEY HOUSTON - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 4}
In the FINAL part of our Whitney Houston “My Love is Your Love” (1998) extravaganza, Angie and Steffi continue their deep dive into the era. We discuss all the promo Whitney & Mariah did for “When You Believe”, Whitney’s appearance at a Pride event, the iconic music videos, Super Tuesday and of course, the legacy of the “My Love is Your Love” album & era. Has Steffi’s feelings evolved since episode 1? We shall see.This is the second part of our era breakdown and the final part of our “My Love is Your Love” discussion.In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we continue breaking down Whitney Houston’s “My Love is Your Love” era. We talk all about Whitney & Mariah’s “When You Believe” promo and ponder if they truly look like the lesbian couple Twitter wants them to be. We then get into our favorite music videos from the era and Whitney’s memorable live performances. Steffi manages to weave in Todd Haynes to discussion and we reflect on the legacy of this album & era in Whitney’s career and overall narrative.Again, this is the final part of our 4-part conversation and part 2 of 2 of the era breakdown.Album Info: My Love Is Your Love is the fourth studio album by American singer Whitney Houston, released worldwide on November 17, 1998. It was Houston's first studio album in eight years, following I'm Your Baby Tonight (1990) although she had participated on three movie soundtracks during that period. My Love Is Your Love is composed of mid-tempo R&B, hip hop soul, pop and dance music, produced by musicians such as Rodney Jerkins, Soulshock & Karlin, Missy Elliott, Wyclef Jean, David Foster, Lauryn Hill, and Babyface.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:01)- Listener Feedback (02:11)Era Breakdown (17:42)- But We Need People to Buy the Album (17:44)- Video Killed the Radio Star (45:16)- The Mic is On (58:42)- Show Me the Receipts (70:34)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (76:05)- Previewing Next Week’s Episode (94:17)
"My Love is Your Love" (1998): WHITNEY HOUSTON - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 3}
In part 3 of our Whitney Houston “My Love is Your Love” (1998) journey, Angie and Steffi break down the era. We discuss Whitney’s rise as a movie star leading up to the album, her chaotic relationship/ marriage to Bobby Brown, Robyn Crawford’s departure, the iconic Dolce & Gabbana looks, and the narratives that Team Whitney & Arista leaned on during the promotion of the album.This is the first part of our era breakdown. We will wrap our era and overall “My Love is Your Love” discussion in part 4.In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we breakdown the behemoth era that was Whitney Houston’s “My Love is Your Love.” We get into Whitney Houston’s film career and share our favorite Whitney Houston film. We also talk about Whitney’s need to pivot during this era for multiple reasons: evolution of music, 8 year solo studio gap, and Bobby Brown. Additionally, we share our thoughts on Robyn Crawford’s role in Whitney Houston’s life/ career and the money issues that started to become prevalent during this time. Plus, a fun discussion on Whitney’s iconic Dolce & Gabbana looks and marketing to the MTV generation of the late 90s.Again, this is part 3 of the conversation and part 1 of 2 of the era breakdown. We will wrap our era and overall “My Love is Your Love” discussion in part 4.Album Info: My Love Is Your Love is the fourth studio album by American singer Whitney Houston, released worldwide on November 17, 1998. It was Houston's first studio album in eight years, following I'm Your Baby Tonight (1990) although she had participated on three movie soundtracks during that period. My Love Is Your Love is composed of mid-tempo R&B, hip hop soul, pop and dance music, produced by musicians such as Rodney Jerkins, Soulshock & Karlin, Missy Elliott, Wyclef Jean, David Foster, Lauryn Hill, and Babyface.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:06)Era Breakdown (03:26)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (05:32)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (32:00)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (90:48)
"My Love is Your Love" (1998): WHITNEY HOUSTON - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi continue their review of Whitney Houston’s “My Love is Your Love” (1998) album. We are reviewing the album track by track. This is the second part of the album breakdown. The first five songs were discussed in part 1, and the era breakdown will take place in parts 3 and 4. As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 (technically this is part 2) is an in-depth review and discussion of EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. Because we - namely Steffi - are huge Whitney Houston stans, we are dividing our album breakdown into two separate episodes. Go back and listen to our thoughts on the first five songs in part 1.Album Info: My Love Is Your Love is the fourth studio album by American singer Whitney Houston, released worldwide on November 17, 1998. It was Houston's first studio album in eight years, following I'm Your Baby Tonight (1990) although she had participated on three movie soundtracks during that period. My Love Is Your Love is composed of mid-tempo R&B, hip hop soul, pop and dance music, produced by musicians such as Rodney Jerkins, Soulshock & Karlin, Missy Elliott, Wyclef Jean, David Foster, Lauryn Hill, and Babyface.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:02)- Listener Feedback (01:47)Track by Track Review - In My Business (05:57)- I Learned from the Best (13:00)- Oh Yes (27:12)- Get It Back (39:05)- Until You Come Back (42:08)- I Bow Out (50:12)- You’ll Never Stand Alone (52:45)- I Was Made to Love Him (61:22)Rapid Fire Round - Top 3 Fave Songs (69:38)- 1 Song to Cut (70:44)- Underrated Gem (71:06)- Closing Thoughts (71:26)
"My Love is Your Love" (1998): WHITNEY HOUSTON - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi dive deep into Whitney Houston’s “My Love is Your Love” (1998). We are reviewing the album track by track. This is the first part of the album breakdown. The remaining songs will be discussed in part 2, and the era breakdown will take place in parts 3 and 4. As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion of EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. Because we - namely Steffi - are huge Whitney Houston stans, we are dividing our album breakdown into two separate episodes. Stay tuned for the rest of the album break down review in part 2.Album Info: My Love Is Your Love is the fourth studio album by American singer Whitney Houston, released worldwide on November 17, 1998. It was Houston's first studio album in eight years, following I'm Your Baby Tonight (1990) although she had participated on three movie soundtracks during that period. My Love Is Your Love is composed of mid-tempo R&B, hip hop soul, pop and dance music, produced by musicians such as Rodney Jerkins, Soulshock & Karlin, Missy Elliott, Wyclef Jean, David Foster, Lauryn Hill, and Babyface.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:01)- Listener Feedback (02:11)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (11:56)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (15:03)Track by Track Review - It’s Not Right But It’s Okay (34:51)- Heartbreak Hotel (46:42)- My Love is Your Love (64:11)- When You Believe (72:47)- If I Told You That (92:40)- Closing Thoughts (105:37)
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" (1998): LAURYN HILL - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 3}
In part 3 of our Lauryn Hill “Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” (1998) saga, Angie and Steffi break down the era. We discuss tension within The Fugees in the leadup to Lauryn Hill going solo, Robert Glasper’s (one-sided?) feud, the theme-specific marketing & rollout of the era, and how Lauryn bowed out of music when she was on top - much to the chagrin of the industry & the public. Plus, a discussion on Lauryn Hill’s post-Miseducation years and her “mis” reputation as a performer.We also briefly discuss our thoughts on Michelle Williams’ voice performance for Britney Spears’ memoir. “OH YEA. FO SHIZ. FO SHIZ. GINUWINE. WAT’S UP HOMIE?”.In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we deep dive into Lauryn Hill’s very busy “Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” era. We talk about how Lauryn Hill may have been underestimated artistically as the only female in The Fugees & as a new mother in the leadup to the album. Additionally, we discuss claims of Lauryn Hill being difficult to work with, her notorious reputation as a live performer today and how a young 23 year old Lauryn Hill made Grammy history back in 1999.Again, this is part 3 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to parts 1 & 2 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Lauryn Hill “Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” journey. Album Info: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is the only solo studio album by American singer and rapper Lauryn Hill. It was released on August 25, 1998, by Ruffhouse Records and Columbia Records. The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is a neo soul and R&B album with some songs based in hip hop soul and reggae. Its lyrics touch upon Hill's pregnancy and the turmoil within her former group the Fugees, along with themes of love and God. The album's title was inspired by the film and autobiographical novel The Education of Sonny Carson, and Carter G. Woodson's The Mis-Education of the Negro.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:01)- Listener Feedback (04:57)Era Breakdown (09:26)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (10:33)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (26:40)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (51:56)- Video Killed the Radio Star (70:40)- The Mic Is On (84:51)- Show Me the Receipts (93:26)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (102:10)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (112:14)
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" (1998): LAURYN HILL - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi dissect Lauryn Hill’s “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” (1998). We are reviewing the album track by track. This is the second part of the album breakdown. We discussed the first half of the album in part 1, and the era breakdown will take place in part 3. Album Info: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is the only solo studio album by American singer and rapper Lauryn Hill. It was released on August 25, 1998, by Ruffhouse Records and Columbia Records. The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is a neo soul and R&B album with some songs based in hip hop soul and reggae. Its lyrics touch upon Hill's pregnancy and the turmoil within her former group the Fugees, along with themes of love and God. The album's title was inspired by the film and autobiographical novel The Education of Sonny Carson, and Carter G. Woodson's The Mis-Education of the Negro.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:00)Track by Track Review - I Used to Love Him (feat. Mary J. Blige) (02:26)- Forgive Them Father (07:44)- Every Ghetto, Every City (15:02)- Nothing Even Matters (feat. D’Angelo) (23:10)- Everything is Everything (27:57)- The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill (33:43)- Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You (47:17)- Tell Him (55:38)Rapid Fire Round - Top 3 Fave Songs (60:28)- 1 Song to Cut (61:57)- Underrated Gem (62:36)- Closing Thoughts (63:25)
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" (1998): LAURYN HILL - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi dissect Lauryn Hill’s “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” (1998). We are reviewing the album track by track. This is the first part of the album breakdown. The remaining songs will be discussed in part 2, and the era breakdown will take place in part 3. As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion of EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. Because “The Miseducation…” is so dense and we had A LOT to say, we are dividing our album breakdown into two separate episodes. Stay tuned for the rest of the album break down review in part 2.Album Info: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is the only solo studio album by American singer and rapper Lauryn Hill. It was released on August 25, 1998, by Ruffhouse Records and Columbia Records. The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is a neo soul and R&B album with some songs based in hip hop soul and reggae. Its lyrics touch upon Hill's pregnancy and the turmoil within her former group the Fugees, along with themes of love and God. The album's title was inspired by the film and autobiographical novel The Education of Sonny Carson, and Carter G. Woodson's The Mis-Education of the Negro.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (00:55)- Listener Feedback (03:32)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (18:10)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (20:31)Track by Track Review - Intro (29:57)- Lost Ones (34:19)- Ex-Factor (45:26)- To Zion (51:28)- Doo Wop (That Thing) (61:52)- Superstar (73:46)- Final Hour (77:13)- When It Hurts So Bad (79:30)- Closing Thoughts (84:53)
"Back to Black" (2006): AMY WINEHOUSE - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
In our part 2 episode of Amy Winehouses’s “Back to Black” (2006), Angie and Steffi break down the era. We discuss Amy Winehouse’s toxic relationship with Blake Fielder-Civil and how it helped inspire the album. We also discuss Amy’s other personal struggles from this era including her addiction, eating disorder, the pervasive 2000s media, and how this all ultimately led to her untimely death. In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we detail Amy’s various personal struggles and how the pervasive 2000s media pushed down on her & other young women at the time. We also discuss Amy Winehouse’s musical legacy and how she paved the way for other up & coming British acts of the time - including of course, Adele.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Amy Winehouse “Back to Black” journey. RIP Amy.Album Info: Back to Black is the second and final studio album by English singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse, released on 27 October 2006 by Island Records. Winehouse predominantly based the album on her tumultuous relationship with then-ex-boyfriend and future husband Blake Fielder-Civil, who temporarily left her to pursue his previous ex-girlfriend. Their short-lived separation spurred her to create an album that explores themes of guilt, grief, infidelity, heartbreak and trauma in a relationship.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (00:56)- Listener Feedback (02:44)Era Breakdown (12:05)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (13:29)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (33:10)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (67:34)- Video Killed the Radio Star (78:00)- The Mic Is On (87:31)- Show Me the Receipts (94:06)- Amy Winehouse’s Estate (97:15)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (102:00)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (111:48)
100th Episode!!! - Trivia Game | {Part 2}
Continuing our 100th episode celebration, Angie and Steffi test each other’s knowledge on past episodes. We play little snippets from various songs and movies/TV episodes that we have previously covered, and see if the other can correctly guess what it is.Thanks again for celebrating reaching 100 episodes with us! Here’s to 100 more.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (00:58)The Game (03:14)- Song Round (04:32)- Movie/ TV Episode Round (54:50)- Final Score (91:12)- Final Thank Yous (96:19)- Closing Thoughts (101:22)
100th Episode!!! - Q&A | {Part 1}
To celebrate reaching our 100th episode, Angie and Steffi answer ALL of your questions. Some diva specific. Some related to how we make the podcast. Some even about ourselves. It’s a long one. Get comfortable.But thank you to everyone who sent in questions. We love hearing from our listeners and celebrating 100 with you! Couldn’t have done it without you. Truly.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:01)- How did this idea come up? (05:51)Questions- When did you first decide, hey let’s make a podcast? (10:48)- What was that one episode that was hard to research for? (13:07)- How do you stay motivated to record episodes? (16:25)- Did you watch “Daisy Jones & the Six”? (20:26) - Which 4 divas would you pick for a 2023 version of “Lady Marmalade”? (22:39)- Are you planning to do a Divas Documentary series? (25:34)- What do you think of Adele’s Vegas residency & her 30 era overall? (26:00)- Have you ever discussed how you & Angie met on the podcast before? (29:43)- Who is someone you would like to cover, but they’re just not quite diva enough to qualify? (41:09)- For Steffi: Do you wish you were in LA to watch Beyoncé’s Renaissance birthday show? (46:24)- Thoughts on Beyoncé’s Renaissance LA show? (46:38)- Which VMA moments are the best, worst, and unforgettable? (48:16)- Which female singers will be covered for Divas 101 next? (56:42) - What is the worst album/ song by your all time favorite artist? (57:00) - At what point did you know Angie had to be the permanent co-host? (61:56) - When are we getting a non Superbowl Rihanna episode? (64:02) - Top 5 MJ songs? (64:37)- Thoughts on a RuPaul Diva 101? (70:18)- Have either of you pretended to like a movie or an album that you covered, but really it was just MEH to you? (72:18) - Was there an episode in particular that was hard to edit down? Which ones? (73:43)- Does Angie like Tinashe? (75:08) - Divas on Glee? (75:42)- How did you come up with the name? (77:57)- What is your recording process? (78:52)- Who is a diva on the rise? (82:07) - For Steffi: What is a movie you hate that other people enjoy? (90:53) - For Steffi: What movie do you think Cate Blanchett gives her best performance? (92:18)- For Angie: If you had the chance to create a movie or documentary on your favorite artist, who would it be and why? (94:04)- If you weren’t doing the show, what is another career path you would choose? (95:25) - Have you ever tried or thought about bringing on a guest to interview, somehow related to the diva movie/ album? (100:34)- Have you worked on other podcasts? How did you become so talented at editing? (102:44)- If you had to share your Top 3 favorite albums from any diva from any genre, what would they be? (109:50)- Is there a song by a particular diva that you wish another diva would’ve performed first or covered? (114:23)- Is there an artist that listeners may be shocked that you enjoy? (116:57)- For Steffi: What made you decide to do a podcast in the first place and was it a joint decision between you and Lisa? (126:55)- What is your favorite diva album from the year you were born? (127:34)- If you could only listen to one album forever, which album would you pick? (134:00)- 100th Part 2, Next Week! (136:57)
"Back to Black" (2006): AMY WINEHOUSE - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down Amy Winehouse’s last album “Back to Black” (2006). We are reviewing the album track by track.As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion of EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem.Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about Amy Winehouse’s “Back to Black” era and how her death affected the album’s legacy.Album Info: Back to Black is the second and final studio album by English singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse, released on October 27, 2006, by Island Records. Winehouse predominantly based the album on her tumultuous relationship with then-ex-boyfriend and future husband Blake Fielder-Civil, who temporarily left her to pursue his previous ex-girlfriend. Their short-lived separation spurred her to create an album that explores themes of guilt, grief, infidelity, heartbreak and trauma in a relationship.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:06)- Listener Feedback (02:10)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (17:06)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (19:23)Track by Track Review - Rehab (31:56)- You Know I’m No Good (38:19)- Me & Mr. Jones (45:30)- Just Friends (54:51)- Back to Black (64:04)- Love Is A Losing Game (68:02)- Tears Dry On Their Own (76:20)- Wake Up Alone (81:35)- Some Unholy War (83:40)- He Can Only Hold Her (86:03)- Addicted (88:53)Rapid Fire Round - Top 3 Fave Songs (92:05)- 1 Song to Cut (92:57)- Underrated Gem (93:39)- Closing Thoughts (94:27)
Send Us Questions for Our 100th Episode!
Just a little reminder that our 100th episode is next week. Angie & Steffi will be doing a Q&A for the first half, and then playing a fun game. So if you’ve ever had any questions regarding the podcast, past episodes, or divas in general - now’s your chance to ask!Send in your questions to any of our socials. AND if you’re brave enough, send it via voice message. We love hearing what you sound like. Oh - and let us know where you’re listening from. It’s always such a trip when we hear where in the world you’re listening.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Letterboxd
Angie Went to the BEYONCÉ RENAISSANCE CONCERT
In this episode, Angie shares with Steffi her FIRST EVER Beyoncé concert experience at the Renaissance Tour. Angie went to the Las Vegas stop on August 27, 2023. Also, happy belated birthday, Beyoncé.Angie shares the stress and frenzy prior to the concert. We discuss Beyoncé’s stage setup & tour visuals, set list, and choreography. Opinions are SHARED - some unpopular ones. Calm down, Beyhive. Angie also shares where Beyoncé’s Renaissance concert ranks in comparison to other concerts she has attended.We hope you enjoyed hearing Angie’s Beyoncé Renaissance concert experience. Album Info: The Renaissance World Tour is the ongoing ninth concert tour by American singer-songwriter Beyoncé. It was announced on February 1, 2023, in support of her seventh studio album, Renaissance (2022). The concert run began on May 10, 2023, at Friends Arena, in Stockholm, Sweden. It is her first solo tour since The Formation World Tour in 2016.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:02)- Listener Feedback (02:28)Angie’s Beyoncé Concert Experience (10:53)- Pre-Concert Experience (11:43)- Beyoncé’s Opening Act aka Beyoncé (23:10)- Tour Visuals / Was Beyoncé onstage enough? (29:00)- Setlist (31:41)- Choreography & Dancers (32:56)- Angie’s Favorite Songs/ Performances (39:31) - Everybody on Mute (41:14)- Break My Soul Missed Opportunity (43:33)- Blue Ivy (46:04)- Beyoncé’s Best Song…According to Angie (48:24)- Spotted: Paula Abdul (49:19)- A Fight Broke Out at the Beyoncé Concert! (51:37)- More of Angie’s Favorite Performances (53:33)- Background Singers (53:51)- Overall Concert Show vs. Overall Concert Experience Rating (54:05)- Merch (54:28)- Post Concert Feelings/ Thoughts on Seeing Concerts in Vegas at Allegiant Stadium (56:45)- Final: Favorite Songs Performed (58:15)- Final: Least Favorite Song Performed (58:37)- Final: Song You Wished She Did, Not off of Renaissance (59:09)- Random Conversation about “4” (59:34)- Beyoncé Centric Episodes in the Future…(65:12)- Angie’s Final Thoughts on her Beyoncé Renaissance Experience (65:36)- Where does Beyoncé rank in comparison to other people Angie has seen? (67:56)- Closing Thoughts / Signing Off (70:46)
"Dreaming of You" (1995): SELENA - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
In our part 2 episode of Selena’s “Dreaming of You” (1995), Angie and Steffi break down the era. We discuss Selena’s journey to what would’ve been major crossover success, her murder, the legacy she paved for other Latin crossover acts and how the Estate has managed the Selena brand. In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we discuss the obstacles Selena faced to make her first English album, crossing over as a Mexican-American artist, fan clubs in the 90s, her impact on Latin music artists today, and of course, her death.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Selena “Dreaming of You” journey. RIP Selena.Album Info: Dreaming of You is the fifth and final studio album by American singer Selena. Released posthumously on July 18, 1995, by EMI Latin and EMI Records, it was an immediate commercial and critical success, debuting atop the United States Billboard 200—the first predominately Spanish-language album to do so. It sold 175,000 copies on its first day of release in the U.S.—a then-record for a female vocalist. With first week sales of 331,000 units, it became the second-highest first-week sales for a female musician since Nielsen Soundscan began monitoring album sales in 1991. Billboard magazine declared it a "historic" event, while Time said the recording elevated Selena's music to a wider audience. It won Album of the Year at the 1996 Tejano Music Awards and Female Pop Album of the Year at the 3rd annual Billboard Latin Music Awards.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:03)- Listener Feedback (03:41)Era Breakdown (09:17)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (11:11))- Spill the Technicolor Tea (22:30)- *Trigger Warning: Selena’s Death Discussion (30:12 - 50:44)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (55:40)- Video Killed the Radio Star (59:20)- The Mic Is On (71:03)- Show Me the Receipts (80:17)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (85:02)- Selena’s Estate (90:59)- Where Would Selena Be Today? (98:45)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (105:18)
"Dreaming of You" (1995): SELENA - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi discuss Selena Quintanilla-Pérez’s posthumous album “Dreaming of You” (1995). We are reviewing the album track by track.As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion of EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem.Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about Selena’s short lived “Dreaming of You” era and how her death affected the album’s legacy.Album Info: Dreaming of You is the fifth and final studio album by American singer Selena. Released posthumously on July 18, 1995, by EMI Latin and EMI Records, it was an immediate commercial and critical success, debuting atop the United States Billboard 200—the first predominately Spanish-language album to do so. It sold 175,000 copies on its first day of release in the U.S.—a then-record for a female vocalist. With first week sales of 331,000 units, it became the second-highest first-week sales for a female musician since Nielsen Soundscan began monitoring album sales in 1991. Billboard magazine declared it a "historic" event, while Time said the recording elevated Selena's music to a wider audience. It won Album of the Year at the 1996 Tejano Music Awards and Female Pop Album of the Year at the 3rd annual Billboard Latin Music Awards.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:05)- Listener Feedback (04:26)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (20:27)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (22:54)Track by Track Review - I Could Fall in Love (30:34)- Captive Heart (38:42)- I’m Getting Used to You (44:04)- God’s Child [Baila Conmigo] (47:55)- Dreaming of You (53:51)- Missing My Baby (64:59)- Amor Prohibido (69:03)- Wherever You Are [Donde Queria Que Estés] (74:32)- Techno Cumbia [Remix] (76:43)- El Toro Relajo (81:04)- Como La Flor (84:32)- Tú, Solo Tú (90:04)- Bidi Bidi Bom Bom (93:25)Rapid Fire Round - Top 3 Fave Songs (98:44)- 1 Song to Cut (101:20)- Underrated Gem (101:50)- Closing Thoughts (102:36)
"Aaliyah" (2001): AALIYAH - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
In our part 2 episode of Aaliyah’s “Aaliyah” (2001), Angie and Steffi break down the era. We discuss Aaliyah’s career trajectory in the lead up to “Aaliyah”, her untimely death, and how the Estate has managed her legacy since. In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we discuss how Aaliyah was making her way into films, her relationship with Damon Dash, the infamous “Rock the Boat” video shoot, and of course, her death.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Aaliyah “Aaliyah” journey. RIP Aaliyah.Album Info: Aaliyah is the third and final studio album by American R&B singer Aaliyah. It was released on July 7, 2001, by Blackground Records and Virgin Records. Because of its packaging design, it is also known as "The Red Album".DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:03)Era Breakdown (04:06)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (04:53)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (26:10)- *Trigger Warning: Aaliyah’s Death Discussion (32:15)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (53:30)- Video Killed the Radio Star (60:54)- The Mic Is On (71:25)- Show Me the Receipts (74:19)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (75:26)- Aaliyah’s Estate (78:06)- Where Would Aaliyah Be Today? (92:58)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (98:56)
"Aaliyah" (2001): AALIYAH - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi discuss Aaliyah’s “AALIYAH” (2001) to kick off our “Last Album Of…” series As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion of EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem.Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about Aaliyah’s self-titled era and how her death affected the album’s legacy.Album Info: Aaliyah is the third and final studio album by American R&B singer Aaliyah. It was released on July 7, 2001, by Blackground Records and Virgin Records. Because of its packaging design, it is also known as "The Red Album".DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (00:56)- Explaining “Last Album Of…” Series (02:10)- Listener Feedback (05:08)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (12:38)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (14:20)Track by Track Review - We Need a Resolution (30:05)- Loose Rap (37:37)- Rock the Boat (41:18)- More Than a Woman (46:52)- Never No More (50:56)- I Care 4 U (55:16)- Extra Smooth (60:01)- Read Between the Lines (63:55)- U Got Nerve (65:19)- I Refuse (69:35)- It’s Whatever (74:54)- I Can Be (77:44)- Those Were the Days (87:20)- What If (90:02)- Messed Up (93:29)- Try Again (94:51)Rapid Fire Round - Top 3 Fave Songs (99:44)- 1 Song to Cut (101:23)- Underrated Gem (101:59)- Closing Thoughts (103:32)
RANKED: Janet Jackson's Discography {Part 2}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi finish ranking Janet Jackson’s discography. They also discuss Janet Jackson’s best and worst album covers and share their favorite & least favorite Janet songs.This is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you tune into part 1 where we ranked Janet Jackson’s albums 11 through 5.Diva Info: Janet Damita Jo Jackson (born May 16, 1966) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer. She is noted for her innovative, socially conscious and sexually provocative records, as well as elaborate stage shows. Her sound and choreography became a catalyst in the growth of MTV, enabling her to rise to prominence while breaking gender and racial barriers in the process. Lyrical content which focused on social issues and lived experiences set her reputation as a role model for youth.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Threads | TikTok | *Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:00)- Personal Catch Up (01:43)- Listener Feedback (06:19)- Ranking Janet’s Discography Discussion (31:20)- Janet Jackson’s Best & Worst Album Covers (73:33)- The Worst Janet Jackson Songs (83:06)- Our Personal Janet Top 5 Album Rankings (87:28)- Our Top 3 Favorite Janet Jackson Songs (90:26)- Closing Thoughts (94:24)
RANKED: Janet Jackson's Discography {Part 1}
Because Angie won the Super Bowl bet earlier in the season, Angie and Steffi rank Janet Jackson’s entire discography. In this episode, we share what albums ranked number 11 through 5.This is part 1 of the conversation! So make sure you tune into part 2 where we finish off ranking Janet’s discography and share our favorite & least favorite album covers, songs, and our personal ranking of Janet’s discography.Diva Info: Janet Damita Jo Jackson (born May 16, 1966) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer. She is noted for her innovative, socially conscious and sexually provocative records, as well as elaborate stage shows. Her sound and choreography became a catalyst in the growth of MTV, enabling her to rise to prominence while breaking gender and racial barriers in the process. Lyrical content which focused on social issues and lived experiences set her reputation as a role model for youth.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Threads | TikTok | *Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:01)- Oscar & Razzie Moment (02:51)- Episode Set Up (10:33)- Ranking Janet’s Discography Discussion (16:08)- Recap (60:01)- Closing Thoughts (62:43)
Diva 101: ARETHA FRANKLIN - Performances, Pop Culture Moments & Songs You NEED to Know {Part 2}
Continuing with our Diva 101 on Aretha Franklin, Angie and Steffi share their favorite Aretha Franklin live performances and pop culture moments. We also share Aretha Franklin songs you MUST know, our personal faves, and underrated gems in her catalog. Our Diva 101 episodes are a general overview of a classic diva’s career and a very basic introduction to the diva. These OG divas helped define how we think of the term “diva”. They are the blueprints. The architects. And without them, a lot of the divas that we talk about would cease to exist. (Le gasp!) The goal of Diva 101s is to introduce a diva and give a general overview of who they are: their influences, their career, who they would eventually go on to influence, and most importantly, why they matter in the Diva Pantheon. This is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you go back and listen to part 1 where we discuss Aretha’s career timeline and make diva connections to the past & present divas.Diva Info: Aretha Louise Franklin was an American singer, songwriter and pianist. Referred to as the "Queen of Soul", Rolling Stone twice named her as the greatest singer, and the ninth-greatest artist of all time. With global sales of over 75 million records, Franklin is one of the world's best-selling music artists.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Threads | TikTok *Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:00)- Personal Catch Up (02:40)- Listener Feedback (18:09)Diva 101:- Favorites: Aretha Live Performances (30:42)- Favorites: Aretha Pop Culture Moments (40:10)- Songs: Everyone Needs to Know (45:28)- Songs: Underrated Gems (50:15)- Songs: Personal Favorites (53:16)- Why Aretha Franklin Matters (59:28)- Show Me the Receipts (64:22)
Diva 101: ARETHA FRANKLIN - The Influences, Career Timeline, & Diva Connections {Part 1}
Welcome to our first ever Diva 101 episode - a recurring series where we give an introduction to divas that we all need to know. And to kick things off, we’re talking the Queen of Soul: Ms. Aretha Franklin. In this part 1 episode, Angie and Steffi go through the timeline of Aretha’s illustrious career, and discuss divas/divos that influenced her and divas that she would later influence. Our Diva 101 episodes are a general overview of a classic diva’s career and a very basic introduction to the diva. These OG divas helped define how we think of the term “diva”. They are the blueprints. The architects. And without them, a lot of the divas that we talk about would cease to exist. (Le gasp!) The goal of Diva 101s is to introduce a diva and give a general overview of who they are: their influences, their career, who they would eventually go on to influence, and most importantly, why they matter in the Diva Pantheon. This is part 1 of the conversation! So make sure you stay tuned for part 2 where we share some of our favorite Aretha songs, live performances, and pop culture moments.Diva Info: Aretha Louise Franklin was an American singer, songwriter and pianist. Referred to as the "Queen of Soul", Rolling Stone twice named her as the greatest singer, and the ninth-greatest artist of all time. With global sales of over 75 million records, Franklin is one of the world's best-selling music artists.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:02)Diva 101:- What is Diva 101? (03:27)- Our Earliest Memory of Aretha Franklin/ When We Began to Appreciate Aretha (06:19)- General Aretha Facts (10:43) - Aretha’s Influences (15:37)- Career Timeline (19:29)- Divas That Aretha Influenced (68:22)
"Ray of Light" (1998): MADONNA - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
In our part 2 episode of Madonna’s “Ray of Light” (1998) celebration, Angie and Steffi break down the era. We discuss the “material girl to spiritual girl” narrative, motherhood, and why this may arguably be our favorite Madonna era. In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we discuss how Madonna was in her “spiritual girl/finding myself” era, her infamous VMA performance, cultural appropriation and how “Ray of Light” ultimately solidified Madonna’s legitimacy as an artist. Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Madonna “Ray of Light” journey!Album Info: Ray of Light is the seventh studio album by American singer-songwriter Madonna, released in early 1998 by Maverick Records. A major stylistic and aesthetical departure from her previous work, Bedtime Stories, Ray of Light is an electronica and techno-pop record which incorporates multiple genres, including ambient, trip hop, art pop, psychedelic music and Middle Eastern music, while also seeing Madonna singing with greater breadth and a fuller tone. Mystical themes are also strongly present in both the music and lyrics, as a result of Madonna embracing Kabbalah, her study of Hinduism and Buddhism, and her daily practice of Ashtanga yoga.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Intro Disclaimer: (00:00)- Housekeeping (01:15)Era Breakdown (03:08)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (05:11)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (23:33)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (43:57)- Video Killed the Radio Star (54:10)- The Mic Is On (63:26)- Show Me the Receipts (70:44)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (83:21)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (91:00)
"Ray of Light" (1998): MADONNA - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
In this episode, Angie and Steffi celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Madonna’s “Ray of Light” album. As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion of EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem.Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about Madonna’s Ray of Light era.Album Info: Ray of Light is the seventh studio album by American singer-songwriter Madonna, released in early 1998 by Maverick Records. A major stylistic and aesthetical departure from her previous work, Bedtime Stories, Ray of Light is an electronica and techno-pop record which incorporates multiple genres, including ambient, trip hop, art pop, psychedelic music and Middle Eastern music, while also seeing Madonna singing with greater breadth and a fuller tone. Mystical themes are also strongly present in both the music and lyrics, as a result of Madonna embracing Kabbalah, her study of Hinduism and Buddhism, and her daily practice of Ashtanga yoga.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (02:00)- Listener Feedback (03:29)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (25:03)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (26:40)Track by Track Review - Drowned World/ Substitute for Love (35:47)- Swim (43:41)- Ray of Light (46:49)- Candy Perfume Girl (52:52)- Skin (56:55)- Nothing Really Matters (60:50)- Sky Fits Heaven (64:27)- Shanti/ Ashtangi (67:22)- Frozen (71:42)- The Power of Good-Bye (77:47)- To Have and Not to Hold (80:44)- Little Star (84:27)- Mer Girl (87:35)Rapid Fire Round - Top 3 Fave Songs (94:53)- 1 Song to Cut (96:11)- Underrated Gem (96:34)- Closing Thoughts (97:13)
Diva Headlines #4: RIP Tina Turner, Unpopular Beyoncé Renaissance Tour Opinions, the Whitney Houston Biopic...and Kylie Minogue's PADAM PADAM
Padam? Padam.In this episode, Angie & Steffi do another round of Diva Headlines and get into what’s been happening in the DCU - the Diva Cinematic Universe. We discuss the passing of legendary performer Tina Turner and the complicated legacy of the iconic film “What’s Love Got to Do With It”. Then, by popular demand, we continue our discussion on some of the touring divas - namely Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour and Janet Jackson’s Together Again Tour. And plot twist: we have an unpopular Renaissance Tour opinion.Because this movie came out during our hiatus, we DRAGGG the Whitney Houston biopic and breakdown why we hated it. Spoiler Alert: It rhymes with Rat Rhouston. Angie also shares her thoughts on the constant public scrutiny that Chloe x Halle face & the strange revisionist history, and she also gives a review on TLC’s newest Lifetime documentary.And also - we discuss the Meme Song of the Summer: Kylie Minogue’s “Padam Padam”.Are you a citizen of Padam Padam?DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube | LetterboxdANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LetterboxdTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:02)- Listener Feedback (02:29)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (18:30)Diva Headlines #4 (21:31) - Tina Turner & the Complicated Legacy of “What’s Love Got to Do With It” (21:44)- Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour (42:47)- Janet Jackson’s Together Again Tour (46:12)- Unpopular Renaissance Tour Opinions (47:28)- Why We Hated the Whitney Houston Biopic (53:32)- Chloe x Halle’s Public Scrutiny (72:21)- Kylie Mingoue’s “Padam Padam” Takeover (79:14)- TLC’s New Lifetime Documentary (81:55)Closing Segment (87:17)- Where You Can Find Us on Socials (87:23)- Goodbye (88:18)
CATCH UP EPISODE: Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour, Cate Blanchett Movies & Unpopular Food Opinions
WE’RE BACK! Did you miss us? Let’s catch up.In this episode, Angie & Steffi check in after an unexpected hiatus. We share life updates including getting tickets to Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour, Cate Blanchett movie deep dives and personal news!We also talk about popular YouTube music reactor AJAY’s Renaissance video and discuss the responsibility that music reactors have to their viewers - if any.We missed you all! DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:09)- Where Have We Been? (01:43)Angie’s Life Updates- Angie’s Health (04:18)- Angie’s New Relationship (08:40)- Beyoncé Renaissance Tickets (10:06)- Janet Jackson’s Concert (18:50)Steffi’s Life Updates- Room Makeover (22:57) - LEGOs (25:22)- Unpopular Food Opinions (29:24)- Cate Blanchett Movies (39:44) Diva Headlines - AJAY’s Renaissance Reaction & YouTube Music Reactors (60:50)Closing Segment- Episode Recap (74:31)- Angie’s Bonus Episode (75:18)- What’s Coming Up in the Season (77:31)
Rihanna's Half Time Show & Our Top 5 Super Bowl Halftime Shows...OF ALL TIME
In this episode, Angie & Steffi discuss their thoughts on Rihanna’s much anticipated Super Bowl halftime show performance. Was it underwhelming? Overwhelming? Or just whelming? Angie also takes this moment to gloat that she accurately predicted Rihanna’s closer (yet again!). Plus, we share what Diva Dailies listeners thought of Rihanna’s performance as well.We then share our personal TOP 5 Favorite Halftime Show performances OF ALL TIME. And discuss why we think these performances stand above from the rest. From Beyoncé to Michael, and everyone else in between - did your favorite performance make the Diva Dailies Top 5? There’s also a SURPRISING personal connection that Angie has to one of the Super Bowl performances. Steffi was stunned into silence, which is a feat. Plus, we end the show answering some tangential Super Bowl Halftime Show related questions like: Which performances were our honorable mentions that didn’t quite make the Top 5? What is the worst halftime performance? And…who do we think will eventually grace the halftime show stage?DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:02)- Listener Feedback (02:37)Rihanna’s Super Bowl Halftime Show- Rihanna Super Bowl Discussion (08:11)Our Top 5 Favorite Halftime Shows- Angie’s #5: Janet Jackson (23:16)- Steffi’s #5: Katy Perry (27:37)- Angie’s #4: Beyoncé (33:10)- Steffi’s #4: Madonna (37:22)- Angie’s #3: Coldplay, Bruno, & Beyoncé (43:28) - Steffi’s #3: Michael Jackson (51:36)- Angie’s #2: Michael Jackson (59:11)- Steiff’s #2: Beyoncé (63:21)- Angie’s #1: Prince (69:31)- Steffi’s #1: Prince (74:34)Related Super Bowl Halftime Show Discussions- Honorable Mentions (76:44)- Predictions for Upcoming Halftime Show Performers (80:42)Closing Segment- Social Media (82:39)- Previewing Next Episode: Madonna’s “Ray of Light” Part 1 (83:11)
Beyoncé, Break Up with the Grammys (Grammys 2023 Rant)
Apologies for the late episode - we are pop culturally behind by a week. But we are back to bitch & complain about the Grammys 2023!#JusticeforBeyonce#JusticeforRenaissanceIn this episode, Angie & Steffi respond to some listener feedback that was received over the break. We then get into some Diva Headlines & discuss our thoughts on Beyoncé’s Renaissance tickets - specifically those prices. Yikes. Down with Ticketmaster processing fees!We then get into the bulk of the episode where we share our thoughts on the 2023 Grammys. We share our personal highlights including our favorite performances & Viola Davis securing EGOT status. Then we discuss our thoughts on the Big 3 categories: Song of the Year, Record of the Year…and Album of the Year.Let us know your thoughts on the Grammys 2023! DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:05)- Listener Feedback (04:31)Diva Headlines- Beyoncé Renaissance Tickets (22:13)Grammys 2023 Discussion- Did We Watch It Live?/ Pre Grammy Prep (31:42)Personal Highlights- Hip Hop Tribute (35:41)- Viola Davis EGOT (36:48)- In Memoriam Tribute (38:01)Awards Discussion- Song of the Year (40:29)- Record of the Year (44:12)- Album of the Year (49:01)Rant- Beyoncé Grammys Rant (50:53)- What Diva Dailies Listeners Thought of the Grammys (73:45)- Previewing Next Episode: Super Bowl Divas (77:21)
Diva Headlines #3: Oscar 2023 Nominations, Janet and Madonna are Touring, Shakira's Jam, Michael Jackson Biopic, & Rihanna Super Bowl Predictions
Alright, it’s Diva Time!It’s Season 3, people. So to kick off this new year, we are doing a Diva Headlines episode where we talk about the latest happenings in the DCU (Diva Cinematic Universe) as well as some news that we might have missed over the break. At the top of the episode, Angie tells us all about her amazing trip to Costa Rica and what she got up to over the break. Steffi has nothing to report because she leads a very uninteresting life.In this episode we discuss the Oscar 2023 nominations & snubs, the latest tour announcements, post-cheater jams, deaths that happened over the break, upcoming biopic news, and our predictions for Rihanna’s imminent Super Bowl halftime show performance.We are so happy to be back! Yay, Season 3.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:05)- Angie’s Trip to Costa Rica (01:54)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (10:40)Diva Headline TopicsOscars 2023 Nominations & Snubs - What We’ve Seen (14:25)- Best Picture (17:04)- Best Supporting Actress (21:29)- Best Actress (28:39)Diva Tour News- Janet Jackson (33:45)- Madonna (42:11)- Taylor Swift (47:17)- Beyoncé (47:33)Post Cheater Bops- Shakira “BZRP Music Sessions #53” (49:40)- Miley Cyrus “Flowers” (54:16)Dearly Departed Divas/Divos - Irene Cara (58:18)- Barbara Walters (60:20)- Lisa Marie Presley (62:23)- Twitch (54:13) Biopic News- Madonna (65:52)- Carole King (68:20) - Amy Winehouse (70:44)- Michael Jackson (72:14)- Whitney Houston (78:38)Super Bowl Halftime Show- Rihanna Setlist Predictions (79:02)- Closing Thoughts (85:01)
Holiday Special 2022: Naughty or Nice - Season 2 Divas
Happy Holidays, everyone!!Apologies for this episode coming out after Christmas, but we thought to round out Season 2 of Diva Dailies, we’d play a little holiday game on the pod. Perhaps we can make this a holiday tradition?In the final episode of Season 2, Angie and Steffi sort our Season 2 divas on the Naughty or Nice List. Then, we also reflect on what hypothetical gift we would give to the diva. It’s a festive time and a great review of all the divas we’ve covered this season.Thank you to everyone who's supported the pod this year. Whether you sent in a voice message, emailed, or even just gave any episode a listen, we really do appreciate all the support. Also just wanted to give a special congrats to Angie for finishing her first official season as a full time host. Good job, Angie. We can't wait to come back for Season 3 because there's already so much to talk about. Hope you all have a safe and happy holiday break in 2022, and can't wait to hear from you all in 2023!DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (00:44)- Listener Feedback (03:47)- Naughty or Nice Game (11:44)- Closing Thoughts/ What’s to Come Season 3 (77:39)
"Spiceworld" (1997): SPICE GIRLS - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 3}
Finally finishing up our Spice Girls, “Spiceworld” journey. Sorry for the delay once again, but we hope you guys enjoy this one. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the rest of the Spiceworld era.To begin the episode, we read through some of our listener feedback. Again, thanks so much for sending in your thoughts! We also go through some quick Diva Headlines - Spice Girls reunion at Geri’s 50th birthday part (Mel B, where you at???) and the trailers for the upcoming Whitney Houston biopic. In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we discuss the unique way that the Spice Girls were marketed and all of the endorsement/brand deals that they did. Shoutout to Pepsi! Of course, we can’t talk about “Spiceworld” without briefly discussing the cinematic classic “Spice World”. We then discuss our favorite music videos, live performances and go through all the Spice-y receipts. And finally, we bring the Spice Bus home by ending on a very important question: Did Geri cement the Spice Girls’ pop culture legacy by leaving the way that she did?Album Info: Spiceworld is the second studio album by English girl group the Spice Girls, released on 1 November 1997 by Virgin Records. Its music incorporates dance-pop music and production. The album became a commercial success worldwide, lengthening the so-called "Spicemania" of the time. It debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, with first-week sales of 190,000 copies and shipped 1.4 million copies in two weeks. The album also reached number one in 13 countries, while peaking inside the top three in Australia, Canada, France, Switzerland and the United States. Spiceworld has sold over 14 million copies worldwide, making it one of the world's best-selling albums by a girl group.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:00)- Listener Feedback (03:14)- Diva Headlines (19:38)Era Breakdown (10:33)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album- Video Killed the Radio Star- The Mic Is On- Show Me the Receipts- Impact/ Closing Thoughts- Preview Next Week’s Episode
"Spiceworld" (1997): SPICE GIRLS - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
Apologies for the delay, but we are back for PART 2 of 3 (yep, it’s our first 3 parter) of our Spice Girls “Spiceworld” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era! To begin the episode, we read through some of our listener feedback. Again, thanks so much for sending in your thoughts!In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we talk about Spicemania and go through ALL the tea. Including: the Spice Girls being overworked, media/general public backlash, the firing of their manager Simon Fuller, Geri leaving, the aftermath of Geri leaving, and mental health/eating disorders. We also discuss the many theories as to why Geri TRULY left the Spice Girls (duh, duh, DUHHHHH). Grab your tea and hold onto your knickers, girls. This episode is SPICE-Y.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track. And stay tuned for the conclusion of our Spice Girls’ Spiceworld discussion in part 3. Album Info: Spiceworld is the second studio album by English girl group the Spice Girls, released on 1 November 1997 by Virgin Records. Its music incorporates dance-pop music and production. The album became a commercial success worldwide, lengthening the so-called "Spicemania" of the time. It debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, with first-week sales of 190,000 copies and shipped 1.4 million copies in two weeks. The album also reached number one in 13 countries, while peaking inside the top three in Australia, Canada, France, Switzerland and the United States. Spiceworld has sold over 14 million copies worldwide, making it one of the world's best-selling albums by a girl group.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:00)- Listener Feedback (03:14)Era Breakdown (10:33)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (15:46)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (34:21)
"Spiceworld" (1997): SPICE GIRLS - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
It’s the episode that Steffi has been waiting for since Girl Group Divas summer. Hold on to your knickers, girls.Get ready for our Spice Girls takeover on Diva Dailies! Once again, Angie and Steffi are hopping in a time machine to 1997 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Spice Girls’ sophomore album “Spiceworld” (1997). As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for parts 2 & 3 when we talk about the Spice Girls’ Spiceworld era.Album Info: Spiceworld is the second studio album by English girl group the Spice Girls, released on 1 November 1997 by Virgin Records. Its music incorporates dance-pop music and production. The album became a commercial success worldwide, lengthening the so-called "Spicemania" of the time. It debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, with first-week sales of 190,000 copies and shipped 1.4 million copies in two weeks. The album also reached number one in 13 countries, while peaking inside the top three in Australia, Canada, France, Switzerland and the United States. Spiceworld has sold over 14 million copies worldwide, making it one of the world's best-selling albums by a girl group.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (00:59)- Diva Headlines (03:33)- Listener Feedback (06:11)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (17:51) - Opening Discussions: Album Intro (23:00)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (26:28)Track by Track Review- Spice Up Your Life (32:13)- Stop (43:13)- Too Much (51:40)- Saturday Night Divas (59:58)- Never Give Up on the Good Times (65:14)- Move Over (70:26)- Do It (75:57) - Denying (80:58)- Viva Forever (83:31) - The Lady is a Vamp (90:56) Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (94:44)- 1 Song to Cut (96:39)- Underrated Gem (97:34)- Closing Thoughts (97:53)
"The Velvet Rope" (1997): JANET JACKSON - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
We are back for PART 2 of our Janet Jackson “The Velvet Rope” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era! This week, Angie is back for our intro and we catch up on our Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week. We also read an updated review from THE Nicole Scherzinger (Nicole, this is between me, and you, and you) and discuss our thoughts on Janet’s - if we can call it that - The Velvet Rope 25 campaign. In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we talk about the relationship between Janet & René Elizondo Jr. and how that ultimately fell apart during The Velvet Rope era. We also discuss mental health & the way 90s media sensationalized depression, queer identity, piercings, tattoos, Janet’s iconic RED hair, and the undeniable impact of The Velvet Rope on today’s R&B music scene. The Janet propaganda continues. Sign up for the cause today.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Janet Jackson “The Velvet Rope” journey!Album Info: The Velvet Rope is the sixth studio album by American singer Janet Jackson. The album was released on October 7, 1997, through Virgin Records. Prior to its release, she renegotiated her contract with Virgin for US$80 million, the largest recording contract in history at that time. Upon experiencing an emotional breakdown, Jackson began facing a long-term case of depression. She in turn developed her new record as a concept album, using introspection as its theme. Its title is a metaphor for emotional boundaries, as well as an allusion to an individual's need to feel special. Its lyrics address subject matter such as depression, self-worth, social networking, and domestic violence. It also encompasses themes of sexuality, including BDSM, sexual orientation and same-sex relationships. Due to its sexually explicit content, the album reinforced Jackson's public image as a sex symbol and as one of the most erotic vocalists of the 1990s. Its incorporation of social issues regarding sexual orientation and combating homophobia also established her reputation as a gay icon and received the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Music.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:55)- Listener Feedback (03:13)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:59)- Our Thoughts on The Velvet Rope 25 (13:08)Era Breakdown (17:43)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (19:28)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (27:32)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (60:21)- Video Killed the Radio Star (70:29)- The Mic Is On (83:47)- Show Me the Receipts (90:19)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (93:28)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (99:23)
"The Velvet Rope" (1997): JANET JACKSON - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
Continuing on with our Anniversary Divas series, Angie and Steffi go track by track, discussing & analyzing Janet Jackson’s deeply personal album: “The Velvet Rope” (1997). As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about Janet Jackson’s The Velvet Rope era.Album Info: The Velvet Rope is the sixth studio album by American singer Janet Jackson. The album was released on October 7, 1997, through Virgin Records. Prior to its release, she renegotiated her contract with Virgin for US$80 million, the largest recording contract in history at that time. Upon experiencing an emotional breakdown, Jackson began facing a long-term case of depression. She in turn developed her new record as a concept album, using introspection as its theme. Its title is a metaphor for emotional boundaries, as well as an allusion to an individual's need to feel special. Its lyrics address subject matter such as depression, self-worth, social networking, and domestic violence. It also encompasses themes of sexuality, including BDSM, sexual orientation and same-sex relationships. Due to its sexually explicit content, the album reinforced Jackson's public image as a sex symbol and as one of the most erotic vocalists of the 1990s. Its incorporation of social issues regarding sexual orientation and combating homophobia also established her reputation as a gay icon and received the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Music.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (00:59)- Listener Feedback (02:39)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (06:08)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (07:40)Track by Track Review- Interlude: Twisted Elegance (16:04)- Velvet Rope (19:51)- You (25:27)- Got ‘Til It’s Gone (30:17)- Interlude: Speaker Phone (33:46)- My Need (39:09)- Interlude: Fasten YourSeatbelts (41:44)- Go Deep (43:46)- Free Xone (47:21)- Interlude: Memory (52:48)- Together Again (53:07)- Interlude: Online (59:18)- Empty (59:34)- Interlude: Full (62:35)- What About (63:36)- Every Time (68:01)- Tonight’s the Night (70:18)- I Get Lonely (77:18)- Rope Burn (81:37)- Anything (85:13)- Interlude: Sad (88:28)- Special (89:10)- Can’t Be Stopped (92:43)Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (95:25)- 1 Song to Cut (96:50)- Underrated Gem (97:18)- Closing Thoughts (97:48)
"Butterfly" (1997): MARIAH CAREY - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
We are back for PART 2 of our Mariah Carey “Butterfly” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era! This week, we read listener feedback and reviews and discuss our thoughts on Mariah’s Butterfly 25 campaign. In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we talk about Tommy Motttola, Derek Jeter, and that one time Da Brat & Mariah escaped Sing Sing to get some fries at Burger King! We also discuss 90s media culture and how BRAVE Mariah was for promoting/addressing the dramas of her marriage to the man…who just so happens to be her boss & head of the label. Whew. There’s so much to unpack her: Mariah’s feelings on her multiracial identity, her place in the Vocal Trinity, and her dog Jack. Lambs, we hope we did your girl proud. Mariah, spread your wings and fly.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Mariah Carey “Butterfly” journey!Album Info: Butterfly is the sixth studio album by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on September 16, 1997, by Columbia Records. The album contains both hip hop and urban adult contemporary sounds, as well as some softer and more contemporary melodies. Throughout the project, Carey worked with Walter Afanasieff, with whom she had written and produced most of the material from her previous albums. She also worked with many famed hip hop producers and rappers, such as Sean "Puffy" Combs, Q-Tip, Missy Elliott and the Trackmasters. With the latter acts producing most of the album, Butterfly deviated from the adult contemporary sound of Carey's previous albums.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:10)- Listener Feedback (03:29)- Our Thoughts on Butterfly 25 (12:58)Era Breakdown (18:00)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (19:55)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (25:15)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (56:58)- Video Killed the Radio Star (70:07)- The Mic Is On (84:34)- Show Me the Receipts (88:53)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (92:57)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (98:03)
"Butterfly" (1997): MARIAH CAREY - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
Welcome to our Anniversary Divas Series! 2022 marks the 25th anniversary and several career cementing and music defining projects for our divas. Picture it: the year is 1998. And within several weeks of one another, Mariah Carey’s “Butterfly”, Janet Jackson’s “The Velvet Rope”, Whitney Houston & Brandy’s “Cinderella” and the Spice Girls’ “Spiceworld” were all released into the world and pop culture was never quite the same again. Oh, and a little album called “Thriller” by an up and coming artist named Michael Jackson is also celebrating its 40th anniversary year, as well. We hope you enjoy these next episodes as we celebrate these amazing projects and artists!To kick off Anniversary Divas, Angie and Steffi are going track by track, reviewing arguably this diva’s BEST album in her discography: Butterfly (1997).At the top of this episode, we discuss a HUGE diva headline. RIH RIH AND THE SUPERBOWL. We share some songs we hope make the set list and briefly discuss other potential Superbowl Headliners. Also, during our Oscar & Razzie Moment of the week, we discuss the relevancy of anniversaries and whether or not artists should celebrate these milestones for their previous work. As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about Mariah Carey’s Butterfly era.Album Info: Butterfly is the sixth studio album by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on September 16, 1997, by Columbia Records. The album contains both hip hop and urban adult contemporary sounds, as well as some softer and more contemporary melodies. Throughout the project, Carey worked with Walter Afanasieff, with whom she had written and produced most of the material from her previous albums. She also worked with many famed hip hop producers and rappers, such as Sean "Puffy" Combs, Q-Tip, Missy Elliott and the Trackmasters. With the latter acts producing most of the album, Butterfly deviated from the adult contemporary sound of Carey's previous albums.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Explaining Our Next Theme: Anniversary Divas! (00:53)- Housekeeping (01:17)- Diva Headlines - RIHANNA & THE SUPERBOWL (03:12)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (10:40)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (21:30)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (23:10)Track by Track Review- Honey (30:08)- Butterfly (36:04)- My All (43:20)- The Roof (Back in Time) (53:00)- Fourth of July (60:02)- Breakdown (feat. Krayzie Bone & Wish Bone) (63:41)- Babydoll (65:55)- Close My Eyes (68:57)- Whenever You Call (72:30)- Fly Away (Butterfly Reprise) (76:54)- The Beautiful Ones (feat. Dru Hill) (80:09)- Outside (83:14)Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (89:47)- 1 Song to Cut (91:51)- Underrated Gem (92:17)- Closing Thoughts (93:24)
"Ungodly Hour" (2020): CHLOE X HALLE - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
We are back for PART 2 of our Chloe x Halle “Ungodly Hour” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era! At the top, and how apropos to our Chloe x Halle episodes, we share our thoughts on The Little Mermaid teaser trailer. #OURARIEL #TEAMHALLEIn our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we talk about how the era of social media and 2020 (WOOF) impacted the Ungodly Hour rollout. Despite Covid limitations, Chloe and Halle stood out from their musical peers with their innovative virtual performances and hilarious & oftenly awkward “Ungodly Hour Tea” time sessions. We also discuss the Diggy/ “Busy Boy” conspiracy and get into the benefit and downside of being Beyoncé’s protégés. Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Chloe x Halle “Ungodly Hour” journey!This episode also marks the end of our Girl Group Divas Summer journey! What was your favorite girl group that we covered this summer?Album Info: Ungodly Hour is the second studio album by American R&B duo Chloe x Halle. It was released through Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records on June 12, 2020. Originally scheduled for June 5, the album's release was delayed as a gesture of solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement and the global protests following the murder of George Floyd. The album was supported by the singles "Do It", "Catch Up", and "Forgive Me", the former of which became their most successful song to date. A reissue of the album entitled the "Chrome Edition" was released on February 26, 2021.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:05)- Our thoughts on The Little Mermaid Teaser (02:33)- Listener Feedback: (07:04)Era Breakdown (11:55)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (12:58)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (19:18)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (37:03)- Video Killed the Radio Star (54:45)- The Mic Is On (64:51)- Show Me the Receipts (74:32)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (76:55)- Rapid Fire Question Round: Girl Group Divas Edition (80:03)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (87:34)
"Ungodly Hour" (2020): CHLOE X HALLE - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
And our last girl group for Girl Group Divas Summer 2022 is…Chloe x Halle!!!To round out our Girl Group Divas Summer series, we’re talking about one of the top girl groups of the current music generation, the protégés of Beyoncé (and Solange), Chloe x Halle. In this episode of Diva Dailies, Angie and Steffi are going track by track, reviewing an album that helped many people get through the pandemic: Ungodly Hour (2020) - the Chrome Edition. We also read some listener feedback for our Destiny’s Child episodes and of course, get into our Oscar and Razzie moments of the week. #TeamDanielRicciardoAs we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about Chloe x Halle’s Ungodly Hour era.Album Info: Ungodly Hour is the second studio album by American R&B duo Chloe x Halle. It was released through Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records on June 12, 2020. Originally scheduled for June 5, the album's release was delayed as a gesture of solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement and the global protests following the murder of George Floyd. The album was supported by the singles "Do It", "Catch Up", and "Forgive Me", the former of which became their most successful song to date. A reissue of the album entitled the "Chrome Edition" was released on February 26, 2021.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:08)- Listener Feedback (02:41)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (05:25)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (19:44)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (21:41)Track by Track Review- Intro (33:00)- Forgive Me (34:18)- Baby Girl (40:34)- Do It (42:58)- Tipsy (47:12)- Ungodly Hour (49:53)- Busy Boy (53:48)- Catch Up (feat. Mike WiLL Made-It) (58:39)- Overwhelmed (61:31)- Lonely (63:54)- Don’t Make It Harder On Me (66:10)- Wonder What She Thinks of Me (76:06)- ROYL (79:41)- Hazy (81:59)- 80/20 (84:53)Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (86:50)- 1 Song to Cut (87:45)- Underrated Gem (87:52)- Closing Thoughts (88:21)
"Destiny Fulfilled" (2004): DESTINY'S CHILD - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
We are back for PART 2 of our Destiny’s Child “Destiny Fulfilled” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era! For the first 20 minutes of this episode, we read and play your voice messages regarding thoughts on Part 1 of our Destiny’s Child “Destiny Fulfilled” episode plus a continued discussion on Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” and cultural appropriation. As always, a huge shout out and thank you to those of you who submitted your thoughts! In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we talk about where Michelle, Kelly, and Beyoncé were at going into the Destiny Fulfilled era and how Beyoncé’s enormous solo success overshadowed the girls’ promotional tour. We also reflect on the “Poor Michelle'' narrative and how the general public contributed to the narrative. Plus, we share our thoughts on why we think Destiny’s Child’s “Destiny Fulfilled” era should be studied by future girl groups in the music industry. Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Destiny’s Child “Destiny Fulfilled” journey!Album Info: Destiny Fulfilled is the fifth and last studio album by American R&B trio Destiny's Child. It was released on November 16, 2004, by Columbia Records and Sony Urban Music. A comeback release, it marked the return of Destiny's Child after the group went into hiatus, which allowed each member to release solo albums. Unlike their previous material, this record saw each member equally contributing to the songwriting and production. Destiny's Child further worked with frequent collaborators such as Rockwilder, Swizz Beatz and Rodney Jerkins as well as several new producers.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:34)- Listener Feedback: (02:46)Era Breakdown (20:38)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (20:50)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (39:54)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (59:40)- Video Killed the Radio Star (69:18)- The Mic Is On (82:07)- Show Me the Receipts (87:41)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (94:43)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (99:48)
"Destiny Fulfilled" (2004): DESTINY'S CHILD - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
Enter Destiny’s Child.Continuing on with the Beyoncé takeover and (finally!) resuming our Girl Group Divas Summer, we breakdown and discuss Destiny’s Child’s final (at least as of right now) studio album: Destiny Fulfilled. In this episode of Diva Dailies, Angie and Steffi review Destiny’s Child’s final studio album, “Destiny Fulfilled” (2004). We also read some Apple Podcast reviews and share some listener feedback. And there’s tons of singing on this one. Specifically from Steffi.As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about Destiny’s Child’s Destiny Fulfilled era.Album Info: Destiny Fulfilled is the fifth and last studio album by American R&B trio Destiny's Child. It was released on November 16, 2004, by Columbia Records and Sony Urban Music. A comeback release, it marked the return of Destiny's Child after the group went into hiatus, which allowed each member to release solo albums. Unlike their previous material, this record saw each member equally contributing to the songwriting and production. Destiny's Child further worked with frequent collaborators such as Rockwilder, Swizz Beatz and Rodney Jerkins as well as several new producers.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:01)- Listener Feedback (02:36)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (13:13)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (23:44)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (30:10)Track by Track Review- Lose My Breath (41:14)- Soldier (45:38)- Cater 2 You (49:10)- T-Shirt (56:12)- Is She the Reason (59:32)- Girl (63:02)- Bad Habit (69:19)- If (72:51)- Free (76:39)- Through With Love (82:30)- Love (88:54)Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (92:22)- 1 Song to Cut (94:04)- Underrated Gem (94:42)- Closing Thoughts (95:37)
"Act 1: RENAISSANCE" (2022): BEYONCÉ - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
Welcome back to PART 2 of our Beyoncé “Act 1: Renaissance” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era! For the first 20 minutes of this episode, we read and play your voice messages regarding thoughts on Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” album. So a huge shout out and thank you to those of you who submitted your thoughts! We really appreciated and loved hearing from you. In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we breakdown and discuss all the drama that has ALREADY happened in the Renaissance era: the album leaking, removing an ableist term, KELIS!, Diane Warren’s shady comments, and…if Beyoncé is culturally appreciating or culturally appropriating from ball culture. We also share our hopes for the music videos, future live performances and debate on the titan diva rivalry of our time: Beyoncé or Adele for Album of the Year? We then end the episode giving our predictions for what Beyoncé has in store for Act 2 and Act 3.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Beyoncé “Act 1: Renaissance” journey!Album Info: Renaissance (also titled as Act I: Renaissance) is the seventh studio album by American singer Beyoncé, released on July 29, 2022, by Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records. It is her first solo studio release since Lemonade (2016) and serves as the first installment of a trilogy project. Beyoncé conceived the album as a reflection of her state of mind during the COVID-19 pandemic, writing and producing it with Nova Wav, The-Dream, Symbolyc One, A. G. Cook, Honey Dijon, Beam, Tricky Stewart, BloodPop, Skrillex, Hit-Boy, No I.D., P2J and various others. Beam, Grace Jones and Tems appear as guest vocalists.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:08)- Listener Feedback: (02:48)Era Breakdown (20:08)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (21:55)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (37:48)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (69:49)- Video Killed the Radio Star (75:21)- The Mic Is On (80:13)- Show Me the Receipts (83:40)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (90:21)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (102:11)
"Act 1: RENAISSANCE" (2022): BEYONCÉ - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
Let the Beyoncé takeover on Diva Dailies begin. We’re putting a temporary pause on Girl Group Divas Summer, because Bey is back (and I’m sleepin’ real good at night.) For the next two weeks, we are deep diving into Beyoncé’s Renaissance…so far.In this episode of Diva Dailies, Angie and Steffi review Beyoncé’s 7th solo studio album, “Renaissance” (2022). We also give a brief but much needed and deserved tribute to the passing of iconic, legendary diva Olivia Newton-John. As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about Beyonce’s Renaissance era.Album Info: Renaissance (also titled as Act I: Renaissance) is the seventh studio album by American singer Beyoncé, released on July 29, 2022, by Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records. It is her first solo studio release since Lemonade (2016) and serves as the first installment of a trilogy project. Beyoncé conceived the album as a reflection of her state of mind during the COVID-19 pandemic, writing and producing it with Nova Wav, The-Dream, Symbolyc One, A. G. Cook, Honey Dijon, Beam, Tricky Stewart, BloodPop, Skrillex, Hit-Boy, No I.D., P2J and various others. Beam, Grace Jones and Tems appear as guest vocalists.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:05)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:02)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (12:49)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (14:39)Track by Track Review- I’m That Girl (29:10)- Cozy (35:06)- Alien Superstar (40:23)- Cuff It (46:13)- Energy (52:32)- Break My Soul (56:10)- Church Girl (60:24)- Plastic Off the Sofa (66:13)- Virgo’s Groove (71:12)- Move (75:31)- Heated (77:30)- Thique (79:11)- All Up in Your Mind (82:39)- America Has a Problem (84:25)- Pure/Honey (88:10)- Summer Renaissance (94:12)Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (97:27)- 1 Song to Cut (98:02)- Underrated Gem (98:28)- Favorite Transition (99:19)- Closing Thoughts (100:46)
"It's About Time" (1992): SWV - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
Welcome back to PART 2 of our SWV “It’s About Time” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era!In our Era Breakdown episodes, we touch on so many topics like career context, controversies/scandals of the era, marketing, music videos, live performances, album stats, and the album & era’s ultimate impact and legacy. For this episode, we discuss SWV’s faulty contract and (yet again) how one particular member was more or less pushed as the lead of the group which caused major tension within SWV. We also talk about Michael Jackson’s generosity, the confusing chaos of SWV’s music videos, and two of our favorite live performances. And as per usual, we end the episode reflecting on the ultimate impact that the SWV’s’ “It’s About Time” had in music and the girl group pantheon.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our SWV “It’s About Time” journey!Album Info: It's About Time is the debut studio album by American female R&B trio SWV. It was released by RCA Records on October 27, 1992, in the United States. It earned 11 Billboard Music Award nominations and became the 16th best-selling album of 1993 in the United States, with 2,100,000 copies sold according to Nielsen SoundScan. It also earned SWV a nomination for Best New Artist at the 36th Grammy Awards. In 1996, It's About Time was certified 3× platinum, for shipping over 3,000,000 albums in the US alone. The album spawned five hit singles with "I'm So into You", "Downtown", "Weak", a remixed version of "Right Here/Human Nature" (the latter two reached number one on the R&B singles chart, with "Weak" being their biggest and only number-one pop hit), and "You're Always on My Mind" (shortened to "Always on My Mind" for single release). A remixed version of "Anything" appeared on the soundtrack of the film Above the Rim in 1994 and was released as the final single from It's About Time.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:00)- Listener Feedback: (02:45)Era Breakdown (07:06)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (07:44)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (11:39)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (32:01)- Video Killed the Radio Star (37:33)- The Mic Is On (47:03)- Show Me the Receipts (51:27)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (54:47)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (57:27)
"It's About Time" (1992): SWV - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
We’re going back to the 90s and talking about one of Angie’s favorite girl groups of all time, the Sisters With Voices: SWV. In this episode of Diva Dailies, Angie and Steffi review SWV’s debut album entitled, “It’s About Time” (1992). But before we talk about the album, we read listener feedback (which, THANK YOU FOR THAT) and briefly talk about our anticipation (or lack thereof) for Beyoncé’s imminent Renaissance. Also fair warning: a very cringe/corny/unexpected edit happens in this episode. That one goes out to the Killing Eve fans, lol.As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about SWV’s It’s About Time era.Album Info: It's About Time is the debut studio album by American female R&B trio SWV. It was released by RCA Records on October 27, 1992, in the United States. It earned 11 Billboard Music Award nominations and became the 16th best-selling album of 1993 in the United States, with 2,100,000 copies sold according to Nielsen SoundScan. It also earned SWV a nomination for Best New Artist at the 36th Grammy Awards. In 1996, It's About Time was certified 3× platinum, for shipping over 3,000,000 albums in the US alone. The album spawned five hit singles with "I'm So into You", "Downtown", "Weak", a remixed version of "Right Here/Human Nature" (the latter two reached number one on the R&B singles chart, with "Weak" being their biggest and only number-one pop hit), and "You're Always on My Mind" (shortened to "Always on My Mind" for single release). A remixed version of "Anything" appeared on the soundtrack of the film Above the Rim in 1994 and was released as the final single from It's About Time.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:03)- Friendly Reminder to Review the Pod! (01:24)- Listener Feedback (02:59)- Diva Headlines (17:27)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (20:47)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (28:53)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (30:29)Track by Track Review- Anything (42:09)- I’m So Into You (45:28)- Right Here (49:18)- Weak (52:22)- You’re Always On My Mind (58:28)- Downtown (60:53)- Coming Home (65:22)- Give It To Me (67:42)- Blak Pudd’n (69:04)- It’s About Time (73:25)- Think You’re Gonna LIke It (75:48)- That’s What I Need (79:58)- SWV [In the House] (81:37)- Weak [A Cappella] (83:42)- Right Here [Human Nature Radio Mix] (86:15)Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (91:53)- 1 Song to Cut (93:03)- Underrated Gem (93:16)- Closing Thoughts (93:38)
"PCD" (2005): PUSSYCAT DOLLS - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
Welcome back to PART 2 of our Pussycat Dolls’ “PCD” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era! In our Era Breakdown episodes, we give context and explain where the Pussycat Dolls was at this point in their career and why they made this particular album. We then talk about the glaringly obvious, unequal power dynamics and how that ultimately played into the Pussycat Doll’s demise. We also try to solve one of the GREATEST POP MYSTERIES: Why did Nicole Scherzinger never make it as a solo artist? We then get into a deep dive into the genius marketing behind the group and some of our personal favorite marketing/promo they did during the era. And as per usual, we share our favorite music videos, live performances, and end the episode reflecting on the ultimate impact that the Pussycat Dolls’ “PCD” had in music and the girl group pantheon.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Pussycat Dolls’ “PCD” journey!Album Info: PCD is the debut studio album by American girl group The Pussycat Dolls, released on September 12, 2005, by A&M Records. In 1993, the Pussycat Dolls was created as a burlesque troupe by choreographer Robin Antin. After attracting media attention, Antin struck a joint venture with Interscope Records to develop the Pussycat Dolls into a brand, with Jimmy Iovine assigning the project to Ron Fair. As one of the executive producers Fair produced the majority of the album and collaborated with producers like Kwamé, Polow da Don and Rich Harrison. The music style of PCD was described as pop/R&B and urban dance-pop. Lyrically the album incorporates sexual innuendo and explores the themes of feminism and romance. It features guest vocals from rappers Busta Rhymes, Timbaland and will.i.am.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:09)Era Breakdown (03:20)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (04:12)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (16:38)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (48:21)- Video Killed the Radio Star (63:48)- The Mic Is On (79:11)- Show Me the Receipts (84:02)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (87:22)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (94:10)
"PCD" (2005): PUSSYCAT DOLLS - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
It’s time to grab your pink boas, black heels, and chunky belts because we are talking about one of our favorite girl group divas from the 2000s: the Pussycat Dolls. In this episode of Diva Dailies, Angie and Steffi review the Pussycat Dolls’ debut album entitled, “PCD” (2005). As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about the PCD era.Album Info: PCD is the debut studio album by American girl group The Pussycat Dolls, released on September 12, 2005, by A&M Records. In 1993, the Pussycat Dolls was created as a burlesque troupe by choreographer Robin Antin. After attracting media attention, Antin struck a joint venture with Interscope Records to develop the Pussycat Dolls into a brand, with Jimmy Iovine assigning the project to Ron Fair. As one of the executive producers Fair produced the majority of the album and collaborated with producers like Kwamé, Polow da Don and Rich Harrison. The music style of PCD was described as pop/R&B and urban dance-pop. Lyrically the album incorporates sexual innuendo and explores the themes of feminism and romance. It features guest vocals from rappers Busta Rhymes, Timbaland and will.i.am.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:00)- Friendly Reminder to Review the Pod! (01:14)- Listener Feedback (02:59)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:55)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (15:37)- Opening Discussions: Who Are the Pussycat Dolls? Group Origins? (18:01)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (26:18)Track by Track Review- Don’t Cha (33:37)- Beep (40:44)- Wait a Minute (45:30)- Stickwitu (48:03)- Buttons (53:30)- I Don’t Need a Man (57:53)- Hot Stuff [I Want You Back] (60:42)- How Many Times How Many Lies (64:43)- Bite the Dust (68:02)- Right Now (69:12)- Tainted Love/ Where Did Our Love Go (72:37)- Feelin’ Good (75:27)Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (78:30)- 1 Song to Cut (79:41)- Underrated Gem (80:11)- Closing Thoughts (80:36)
"Danity Kane" (2006): DANITY KANE - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
Welcome back to PART 2 of our Danity Kane “Danity Kane” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era! Before we get into the meat of the episode, we read some of your listener feedback and have a mini DIVA HEADLINE’S segment. We briefly discuss the various summer concert performances from our favorite divas like Diana Ross, TLC, Melanie C, and Mariah’s appearance at the BET Awards - how does Latto NOT know Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy”!?! We then share our thoughts on Janet Jackson’s amazing Essence Festival performance and rant about Lena Waithe’s newest Netflix movie aka the unofficial Whitney Houston & Robyn Crawford movie, “Beauty”. Lena, you could’ve just made an AO3 account, girl! In our Era Breakdown episodes, we give context and explain where Danity Kane was at this point in their career and why they made this particular album. We then talk about the traumatic experience of Making the Band, how the franchise/ Diddy/ Bad Boy Records ultimately failed them, and how Danity Kane’s story was influenced by the evolving music industry and birth of reality television. Of course, we get into our favorite music videos & live performances, and end the episode reflecting on the ultimate impact that Danity Kane’s “Danity Kane” had in music and the girl group pantheon.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our Danity Kane’s “Danity Kane” journey!Album Info: Danity Kane is the debut album by American girl group Danity Kane. It was first released by Bad Boy and Atlantic Records on August 22, 2006 in the United States. After winning the third installment of the reality talent contest Making the Band in late 2005, Sean "Diddy" Combs and Bad Boy vice president Harve Pierre consulted a wide range of high-profile hip-hop and R&B musicians to work with the quintet, including Timbaland, Danja, Bryan Michael Cox, Rami, Ryan Leslie, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, Scott Storch, and Jim Jonsin, as well as Bad Boy inhouse producers Mario Winans and D-Dot. Recorded within five weeks, the making of the album was tracked by the second half of Making the Band 3's third season.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:02)- Listener Feedback (03:28)Diva Headlines (06:23)- Diva Summer Concert Performances (06:52)- Mariah/ Lato BET Awards- Janet Headlining Essence Festival (10:18)- Thoughts on Netflix’s “Beauty” aka the Whitney Houston & Robyn Crawford Story (14:28)Era Breakdown (23:27)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (24:10)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (23:14)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (50:08)- Video Killed the Radio Star (62:41)- The Mic Is On (72:23)- Show Me the Receipts (76:48)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (79:33)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (84:58)
"Danity Kane" (2006): DANITY KANE - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
Get ready to jingle your keys & boom kack like it’s 2006, because we are talking about DANITY KANE!In this episode of Diva Dailies, Angie and Steffi review Danity Kane’s debut album entitled, “Danity Kane” (2006). We also share our thoughts on Beyoncé’s lead single, “Break My Soul”, for her upcoming Renaissance era.As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about the Danity Kane era.Album Info: Danity Kane is the debut album by American girl group Danity Kane. It was first released by Bad Boy and Atlantic Records on August 22, 2006 in the United States. After winning the third installment of the reality talent contest Making the Band in late 2005, Sean "Diddy" Combs and Bad Boy vice president Harve Pierre consulted a wide range of high-profile hip-hop and R&B musicians to work with the quintet, including Timbaland, Danja, Bryan Michael Cox, Rami, Ryan Leslie, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, Scott Storch, and Jim Jonsin, as well as Bad Boy inhouse producers Mario Winans and D-Dot. Recorded within five weeks, the making of the album was tracked by the second half of Making the Band 3's third season.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeHow You Can Help Post- Roe v. Wade:Donate to Planned Parenthood Here:https://www.plannedparenthood.org/get-involved/other-ways-giveAbortion Funds Organized By State:https://abortionfunds.org/funds/Google Doc Master List for Abortion Funds in Every State:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T-aDTsZXnKhMcrDmtcD35aWs00gw5piocDhaFy5LKDY/editTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:07)- Friendly Reminder to Review the Pod! (01:25)- Listener Feedback (03:14)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:44)- Beyoncé’s “Break My Soul” (12:20)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (21:32)- Opening Discussions: Who Is Danity Kane? Group Origins? (23:16)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (24:31)Track by Track Review- One Shot (34:13)- Heartbreaker (36:38)- Want It (40:00)- Right Now (42:38)- Show Stopper (45:38)- Hold Me Down (49:28)- Come Over Interlude (54:03)- Ooh Ahh (56:34)- Press Pause (58:42)- Ain’t True Interlude (60:27)- Ride for You (62:06)- Touching My Body (72:21)- Back Up (73:39)- Stay With Me (76:33)- Sleep On It (79:12)Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (83:40)- 1 Song to Cut (84:51)- Underrated Gem (85:32)- Closing Thoughts (86:09)
"Funky Divas" (1992): EN VOGUE - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
Welcome back to PART 2 of our En Vogue “Funky Divas” journey. In this episode, Angie and Steffi break down the era! Before we get into the meat of the episode, we read some of your listener feedback and talk about BEYONCE’S imminent RENAISSANCE. Some controversial Beyoncé opinions are shared. Plus, our album predictions! Like in all our Diva Dailies episodes, we give context and explain where En Vogue was at during this point in their career and why they made this particular album. We then talk about their experience being the opening act for Luther Vandross (spoiler alert: DIVO DEMANDS) and also what led to the ultimate demise of the group’s original makeup. Of course, we get into our favorite music videos & live performances, and end the episode reflecting on the ultimate impact that En Vogue’s “Funky Divas” had in music and the girl group pantheon.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our En Vogue “Funky Divas” journey!Album Info: Funky Divas is the second studio album by American recording group En Vogue, released by Atlantic Records division East West on March 24, 1992 in the United States. Conceived after the success of their Grammy Award–nominated debut album Born to Sing (1990), En Vogue reteamed with their founders Denzil Foster and Thomas McElroy to work on the entire album. As with Born to Sing, the pair borrowed from contemporary R&B, new jack swing, and hip hop, while also incorporating classic soul, blues and doo-wop elements, particularly on its on two Sparkle cover versions, as well as, in the case of "Free Your Mind," heavy metal sounds.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:05)- Listener Feedback (02:57)- Beyoncé’s Renaissance + Predictions (08:34)Era Breakdown (17:21)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (17:36)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (35:11)- Video Killed the Radio Star (47:43)- The Mic Is On (58:13)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (64:08)- Show Me the Receipts (73:31)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (76:43)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (81:15)
"Funky Divas" (1992): EN VOGUE - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
Enter our 2nd girl group for our GIRL GROUP DIVAS summer series…it’s En Vogue!! In this episode of Diva Dailies, Angie and Steffi review En Vogue’s sophomore album entitled, “Funky Divas” (1992). We also do a mini Diva Headlines update to discuss who has officially been offered the role of Madonna in her upcoming biopic, diva funko pops, and an exciting announcement for Diva Dailies’ upcoming schedule.As we do in all of our Diva Discography episodes, part 1 is an in-depth review and discussion on EVERY SINGLE TRACK of the album. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Make sure you tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about the Funky Divas era.Album Info: Funky Divas is the second studio album by American recording group En Vogue, released by Atlantic Records division East West on March 24, 1992 in the United States. Conceived after the success of their Grammy Award–nominated debut album Born to Sing (1990), En Vogue reteamed with their founders Denzil Foster and Thomas McElroy to work on the entire album. As with Born to Sing, the pair borrowed from contemporary R&B, new jack swing, and hip hop, while also incorporating classic soul, blues and doo-wop elements, particularly on its on two Sparkle cover versions, as well as, in the case of "Free Your Mind," heavy metal sounds.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (00:57)- Friendly Reminder to Review the Pod! (02:03)- Mini Diva Headlines Updates (02:58)- Schedule Update (07:02)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (08:18)- Opening Discussions: Album Intro (15:12)- Opening Discussions: Who Is En Vogue? Group Origins? (16:42)- Opening Discussions: Our First Listening Experience & Initial Impressions (18:31)Track by Track Review- This Is Your Life (23:41)- My Lovin’ [You’re Never Gonna Get It] (27:04)- Hip Hop Lover (32:06)- Free Your Mind (34:47)- Desire (39:31)- Giving Him Something He Can Feel (43:07)- It Ain’t Over Til the Fat Lady Sings (45:53)- Give It Up, Turn It Loose (49:44)- Yesterday (53:30)- Hooked On Your Love (57:14)- Love Don’t Love You (59:47)- What Is Love (62:49)- Thanks [Prayer] (66:26)Rapid Fire Round- Top 3 Fave Songs (67:25)- 1 Song to Cut (68:36)- Underrated Gem (69:18)- Closing Thoughts (69:48)
"CrazySexyCool" (1994): TLC - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
Welcome back to PART 2 on our Crazy, Sexy, Cool journey of TLC’s 2nd album. In this episode, Angie and Steffi breakdown the era. Like in all our Diva Dailies episodes, we give context and explain where TLC was at in their careers and why they made the album. We then discuss the controversies that plagued the group during this time including their infamous bankruptcy, boyfriend troubles, and yes - the fire incident. Because this is an era breakdown, we also introduce some new segments to the podcast: Video Killed the Radio Star (sharing our favorite music videos from the era), The Mic Is On (discussing the live performances from the era), and But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (exploring the different marketing strategies of the artist & what sets them a part from the rest). And yes, there are A LOT of receipts, WHITNEY.Again, this is part 2 of the conversation! So make sure you listen to part 1 where we discussed the album track by track.We hope you enjoyed our TLC “CrazySexyCool” journey!Album Info: CrazySexyCool is the second studio album by American girl group TLC. It was released on November 15, 1994, by LaFace and Arista Records. The album saw the group reunite with producers Dallas Austin, Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds and Jermaine Dupri as well as new collaborators Organized Noize and Chucky Thompson, and also featured contributions from Sean "Puffy" Combs who helped with the notable hip hop soul sound. CrazySexyCool featured hip hop beats, funk, deep grooves, propulsive rhythms and smooth production. The album's lyrical content was seen as a departure from the group's debut and was seen as a coming-of-age project which explored themes such as sexuality, romanticism, inexperience, and youthful optimism.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:14)- Setting Up the Episode (03:10)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (06:47)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (13:12)- Video Killed the Radio Star (38:40)- The Mic Is On (47:46)- But We Need the Audience to Buy the Album (56:06)- Show Me the Receipts (65:10)- Impact/ Closing Thoughts (68:42)- Preview Next Week’s Episode (77:07)
"CrazySexyCool" (1994): TLC - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
It’s time to pay our respect to the women who believe in “strength in numbers”. It’s GIRL GROUP DIVAS month(s)! For the next couple weeks on Diva Dailies, Angie and Steffi will be deep diving into girl group albums and eras. To kick things off, we’re talking about “CrazySexyCool” (1994) by the biggest selling American girl group of all time: TLC. (Also, Angie’s favorite girl group of all time). Because this album and era are so iconic, we will be breaking down our CrazySexyCool deep dive into two. In part 1, we review and discuss EVERY SINGLE TRACK (yes, including the interludes). We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album, 1 song we’d cut, and the underrated gem. Again, this is just part 1 of the conversation! Tune in next week for part 2 when we talk about the CrazySexyCool era.Album Info: CrazySexyCool is the second studio album by American girl group TLC. It was released on November 15, 1994, by LaFace and Arista Records. The album saw the group reunite with producers Dallas Austin, Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds and Jermaine Dupri as well as new collaborators Organized Noize and Chucky Thompson, and also featured contributions from Sean "Puffy" Combs who helped with the notable hip hop soul sound. CrazySexyCool featured hip hop beats, funk, deep grooves, propulsive rhythms and smooth production. The album's lyrical content was seen as a departure from the group's debut and was seen as a coming-of-age project which explored themes such as sexuality, romanticism, inexperience, and youthful optimism.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping (01:13)- Upcoming Episodes: Girl Group Divas (03:08)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (05:40)- Opening Discussions: Our Listening Experience & First Impressions (22:10)- Intro-lude (31:30)- Creep (33:13)- Kick Your Game (37:50)- Diggin’ On You (44:04)- Case of the Fake People (47:13)- CrazySexyCool-Interlude (51:25)- Red Light Special (52:15)- Waterfalls (56:43)- Intermission-lude (60:51)- Let’s Do It Again (60:18)- If I Was Your Girlfriend (64:01)- Sexy-Interlude (69:09)- Take Our Time (70:25)- Can I Get A Witness-Interlude (73:33)- Switch (78:48)- Sumthin’ Wicked This Way Comes (80:00)- Top 3 Songs, 1 Song to Cut, & Underrated Gem (82:53)
Diva Headlines #2: Janet Thrives in Her 50s, Spice Jesus Weeps, Adele Postpones Vegas Residency, & Madonna Boom Kacks at Biopic Bootcamp
We are back from our spring slumber!To ease back into the show, Angie & Steffi return with another DIVA HEADLINES episode. We discuss the latest happenings in the DCU (the Diva Cinematic Universe) and some major diva updates that happened while we were away from the mic. With Janet thriving in her 50s, Mel B & Victoria Beckham FINALLY reuniting, Adele postponing her Vegas residency, and Madonna boom kacking the girls into shape for her anticipated biopic, there was no better time for Diva Dailies to make a triumphant return. And of course, we give you our thoughts on that Whitney Houston biopic movie poster. (Praying for the day we are released from the shackles of Pat Houston.) DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Where We’ve Been (03:01)- Listener Feedback (05:12)- Angie Updates | Diva Books (11:53)- Angie Updates | Euphoria Season 2 (14:07) - Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (17:14)- Explaining “Diva Headlines” (28:32)- Janet Jackson’s Birthday (29:54)- More Janet Updates: BBMAs & Kentucky Derby (33:54)- Predicting Janet’s Next Moves (38:00)- Mel B aka Mel B E (39:32)- Mel B & Victoria Reunion: Friendship NEVER Ends (41:00)- The Circle Gets SPICE-Y (43:54)- Madonna’s NFT Collection (47:15)- RIP Traci Braxton (51:10)- Britney’s Miscarriages (53:29)- Vegas Residency Update: Usher Wins (54:56)- Vegas Residencies are the Wave: Céline’s Impact (56:42)- Vegas Residency Update: Adele Postpones (57:37)- Is Adele’s “30” Era a Flop? (62:08)- Céline Postpones Her European Tour: Get Well Soon, Céline (63:46)- Lady Gaga’s “HOLD MY HAND” (66:20)- Kylie Minogue’s INFINITE DISCO Hits Streaming (68:10)- Elvis Biopic Gets a Trailer (69:48) - Madonna’s Bootcamp & Biopic Updates (73:23)- Whitney Houston Biopic Updates (78:18)- Final Wrap Up: Our Social Media & What to Expect in 2022 (83:51)
JANET JACKSON. (2022): JANET JACKSON - Documentary Episodes 3 & 4
*cue Janet’s “Together Again”Continuing (quite literally) where we last left off in Part 1 of our Janet Jackson episode. Angie and Steffi are breaking down Night 2 - episodes 3 & 4 - of Janet Jackson’s docuseries “JANET JACKSON.” (2022). In this episode, we express our disappointment in the lack of Janet. & Velvet Rope eras and debate if there was too much focus on Michael Jackson & his allegations - especially part 3. We also share our thoughts on Janet & Renee’s relationship and Janet’s “bonus” vertical Super Bowl footage. Do we forgive Justin Timberlake? Is Renee really THAT bad? Is the Black Diamond era Janet’s curtain call? And is Jermaine Dupri stupid? Or is Jermaine Dupri stuipd?Logline: An intimate and unfiltered look at the untold story of Janet Jackson filmed over the span of three years featuring archival footage, never before seen home videos and star-studded interviews.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping/ Admin. (01:18)- Episode 3 Breakdown (02:25)- Episode 4 Breakdown (60:39)
Our Top 5 Whitney Houston Moments: A Whitney Houston Tribute
On February 11, 2012, the world lost THE VOICE. And 10 years later, Diva Dailies is celebrating that voice and all the moments she gave us. In this episode, we are paying tribute to Whitney Elizabeth Nippy Houston - the Patron Saint of Diva Dailies. Angie and Steffi go back & forth sharing their Top 5 Favorite Whitney Moments. (Of course, this is always subject to change because she gave us so many. But at the time of recording this, these were their Top 5.)And then, we end the episode with fun Whitney trivia and share some of our favorite underrated Whitney Houston songs.Whitney, we will always love you. And we miss you so much. This one’s for you.And if you’re a Whitney Houston stan, this one’s for you, too. DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT (01:08)- Housekeeping (03:22)- Listener Feedback (04:21)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (08:11) - Episode Set Up: Top 5 Whitney Moments (29:26)- Angie’s #5: “In Return” - Live, Japan 1991 (30:36) - Steffi’s #5: “One Moment In Time” - Live, Grammys 1989 (35:47)- Angie’s #4: Hollywood Rock Concert - Live, Brazil 1994 (39:50)- Steffi’s #4: Le Grande Journal Interview, France 2009 (42:49)- Angie’s #3: Wendy Williams Interview, 2003 (47:31)- Steffi’s #3: “Say A Little Prayer for You” - Live Duet w/ Natalie Cole, Early 90s (51:11) - Angie’s #2: “A Song for You” - Live, Welcome Home Heroes 1991 (55:41)- Steffi’s #2: MTV Fanatic Interview w/ Quencie Thomas, 1998 (59:58)- Angie’s #1: The Bodyguard & Diva Dailies (64:40) - Steffi’s #1: “Didn’t We Almost Have It All” - Live, Saratoga Springs 1987 (68:59)- Listener’s Favorite Whitney Moment (77:04)- Whitney Trivia (78:14)- Angie’s “Whitney Underrated Song” Rec: “Dancin’ on the Smooth Edge” (95:46)- Steffi’s “Whitney Underrated Song” Rec: “Where You Are” (97:44)- Closing Thoughts (100:02)
JANET JACKSON. (2022): JANET JACKSON - Documentary Episodes 1 & 2
Divas, Divos, and Divs! We are back from our winter slumber. A certain diva by the last name of Jackson is ready to reflect and share with the class..or is she? No, it’s not Legend-Toya. And her first name ain’t baby. Today we’re talking about Janet (Miss Jackson, if ya nasty). Angie and Steffi are back to break down Night 1 - episodes 1 & 2 - of Janet Jackson’s docuseries “JANET JACKSON.” (2022). We talk about our first impressions and whether this truly satisfied our inner Janet stan. Was Joseph Jackson a tyrant or strict parent? Was Renee Elizondo genuinely in love or calculating behind the scenes? Was there too much of big brother Michael? And more importantly…where was Legend Toya?! *Episodes 3 & 4 will be discussed in another episode. Stay tuned and make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast!Logline: An intimate and unfiltered look at the untold story of Janet Jackson filmed over the span of three years featuring archival footage, never before seen home videos and star-studded interviews.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping/ Admin. (01:33)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:35) - Opening Discussions: First Impressions of the Docuseries (17:48)- Episode 1 Breakdown (36:35)- Episode 2 Breakdown (61:40)
Counting Down Our Favorite Diva Holiday Moments!
Happy Holidays, divas and divos!For our final episode of 2021, Angie and Steffi share their favorite Diva holiday moments. Diva Holiday moments are basically anything that is diva related that puts us in the FESTIVE mode. Angie has picked 5 diva moments from some of her favorite holiday movies…while Steffi went for funny commercials and memes. Typical. Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday season. Whether you’re spending it with loved ones or by yourself, we’re sending you positivity and warmth as we finish off 2021 and head into 2022. Also, if you need a Spotify playlist to soundtrack your holiday party, check out the Diva Holiday 2021 playlist we made here:DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping: Admin. & Listener Feedback (01:23)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:32) - Explaining What Diva Holiday Moments Are (16:03)- Angie’s 1st Diva Moment (17:59)- Steffi’s 1st Diva Moment (20:43)- Angie’s 2nd Diva Moment (26:57)- Steffi’s 2nd Diva Moment (31:11)- Angie’s 3rd Diva Moment (35:55)- Steffi’s 3rd Diva Moment (38:53)- Angie’s 4th Diva Moment (44:04) - Steffi’s 4th Diva Moment (48:06)- Angie’s 5th Diva Moment (53:48)- Steffi’s 5th Diva Moment (57:04)- What’s Next for Diva Dailies (69:24)
Building Our 2021 DIVA HOLIDAY PLAYLIST!
We’re (finally) getting into the festive spirit! So in this week’s episode, Angie and Steffi go track by track, building a Holiday Diva Playlist that is filled with some of our favorite holiday songs from the divas & divos.You can find the playlist on Spotify here:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7Kw96X5BKdP6hkDP1gGMvf?si=05d08117c0a04296And you can follow us on Spotify, too! Just search “Diva Dailies” & add us. DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping: Admin. & Listener Feedback (01:31)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (08:10) - Diva Holiday Playlist Set Up (25:38)- Track 01 (26:28)- Track 02 (29:58)- Track 03 (31:52)- Track 04 (34:47)- Track 05 (40:03)- Track 06 (42:01)- Track 07 (44:33) - Track 08 (47:00)- Track 09 (51:25)- Track 10 (52:59)- Track 11 (56:19)- Track 12 (57:46)- Track 13 (63:44)- Track 14 (67:15)
"30" (2021): ADELE - Era Review | Diva Discography {Part 2}
Continuing where we left off last episode, Angie and Steffi are back to discuss our thoughts on Adele’s “30” era. We discuss our favorite moments from the Zayn Lowe interview and decide who are “the ten” that Adele considers to be part of “the last of a dying breed”. And you know it wouldn’t be a classic Diva Dailies episode without some tea! So I share some of the gossip/controversy surrounding the era like the real story behind Adele’s infamous Australian interview and the ruckus that Mel B caused during Adele’s “An Audience With” across the pond. (I still love you, Mel B. ❤️) And because this is a Diva Discography episode, “Where My Background Singers” makes a triumphant comeback as I put Angie to the test and quiz her on some Adele “30” lyrics.#DivorceBabesDivorceAlbum Info: 30 is the fourth studio album by English singer-songwriter Adele, released on 19 November 2021 by Melted Stone and Columbia Records. It comprises pop, jazz and soul ballads addressing Adele's divorce, motherhood, and the scrutiny of fame, with themes of heartache, acceptance, and hope. Adele wrote 30 between 2018 and 2021 with producers including Greg Kurstin, Tobias Jesso Jr., Max Martin and Shellback, all of whom worked on her previous record, 25 (2015); new collaborators include Ludwig Göransson, and Inflo of the English band Sault. American jazz pianist Erroll Garner is posthumously credited as a featured artist on "All Night Parking", marking the first guest performance on a standard album by Adele.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping & Listener Review! (00:44- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (04:54)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (05:23) - Where My Background Singers? (36:47)- Show Me the Receipts (46:01)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (48:36)
"30" (2021): ADELE - Track by Track Review | Diva Discography {Part 1}
In honor of Adele’s newest album, 30, Angie and Steffi review and discuss EVERY. SINGLE. TRACK. We then end our conversation sharing our Top 3 favorite songs from the album and the underrated gem. This is just part 1 of the conversation! Tune in next week for part 2 when we cover the other Diva Dailies segments like Spill the Technicolor Tea, Show Me the Receipts, and more!Angelo, leak the 15 minute version of “I Drink Wine”. Please and thank you.#DivorceBabesDivorceAlbum Info: 30 is the fourth studio album by English singer-songwriter Adele, released on 19 November 2021 by Melted Stone and Columbia Records. It comprises pop, jazz and soul ballads addressing Adele's divorce, motherhood, and the scrutiny of fame, with themes of heartache, acceptance, and hope. Adele wrote 30 between 2018 and 2021 with producers including Greg Kurstin, Tobias Jesso Jr., Max Martin and Shellback, all of whom worked on her previous record, 25 (2015); new collaborators include Ludwig Göransson, and Inflo of the English band Sault. American jazz pianist Erroll Garner is posthumously credited as a featured artist on "All Night Parking", marking the first guest performance on a standard album by Adele.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Random 30 Convos - Angie’s 30 Vinyl, Spotify, etc. (03:32)- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (08:42) - Opening Discussions: Our Listening Experience & First Impressions (12:48)- Strangers by Nature (22:00)- Easy On Me (27:20)- My Little Love (32:54)- Cry Your Heart Out (42:29)- Oh My God (45:30)- Can I Get It (48:37)- I Drink Wine (52:01) - All Night Parking w/ Erroll Garner Interlude (56:41)- Woman Like Me (60:20)- Hold On (63:23)- To Be Loved (71:02)- Love is a Game (76:18)- Top 3 & Underrated Gem (81:21)
MALFUNCTION - THE DRESSING DOWN OF JANET JACKSON (2021): JANET JACKSON
#JusticeforJanetSteffi is joined once again by premiere Janet stan and fan favorite of Diva Dailies, Angie, to discuss and break down our thoughts on the New York Time’s most recent TV documentary about Janet Jackson entitled, “Malfunction: The Dressing Down of Janet Jackson). Angie and Steffi give their honest opinions on the documentary and discuss various topics we wish the documentary went more in depth with such as the conservatives’ moral values campaign, the complicity of major corporations in the take down of Janet, race, the Jezebel archetype, and why Justin Timberlake was & still is trash. We have the receipts!!!We love you, Janet. And can’t wait for your side of the story come January 2022 in your own documentary. #JusticeforJanetLOGLINE: In 2004, a culture war was brewing when the Super Bowl halftime show audience saw a white man expose a Black woman's breast for 9/16ths of a second. A national furor ensued. "If the culture wars could have a 9/11, it's February 1st, 2004," said one observer. The woman was Janet Jackson, and her career was never the same. The man was Justin Timberlake; his stardom only grew. The New York Times examines the racial and cultural currents that collided on the Super Bowl stage, and explores how the incident impacted one of the most successful pop musicians in history.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:42) - Our Memories of the Super Bowl (14:02)- Initial Thoughts of the Doc (28:42)- Bush & Moral Values Campaign (39:40)- How Major Corporations Threw Janet Under the Bus (46:38)- Black Legends: Crossing Over & Navigating a Racist Music Industry (48:41)- Female Pop Stars & Ageism (53:25)- 2000s Media Culture & Their Hypocrisy Today (54:45)- Super Bowl’s Effect on Janet’s Career (57:25)- Janet is the Blueprint & THAT GIRL (59:39)- When Janet Lost Control (61:14)- The Jezebel Archetype (62:09)- The Contemporary Jezebel Archetype (68:10)- Justin Timberlake & His Super Bowl Aftermath (70:37)- Janet & Her Super Bowl Aftermath (79:35)- Justin’s *Attempts* to Apologize to Britney & Janet (83:32)- Resources for More Tea! (85:15)- What We Think Really Happened at the Super Bowl (86:08)- Final Thoughts on the Doc (87:52)
Diva Headlines #1 - Britney is Free, Adele is Coming, Justice for Janet...and a Spice-y Meeting?
Diva Dalies is NOT dead. With so much happening in the DCU - the Diva Cinematic Universe - we had to come back and break down the divas making the headlines in our first ever DIVA HEADLINES episode. Together with Diva Dailies fan favorite Angie, Angie and Steffi discuss Britney FINALLY being free from her conservatorship, Twitter’s sexualization of Chloe Bailey, Taylor Swift’s rerelease of RED, and the latest music from Beyoncé and Mariah Carey. We also spend quite a bit of time talking about all the ways the Whitney Houston Estate continues to disappoint us. (What’s new?) Plus, I finally come out as a SPICE GIRLS stan and Kylie Minogue - DISCO era stan. We then end the episode sharing our thoughts on Adele’s One Night Only Special and our hopes for the upcoming Janet Jackson documentaries. Also - yay for Aaliyah’s music finally making its way to streaming! The DCU is truly thriving.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (05:52) - Britney is Free! (16:20)- The Sexualization of Chloe Bailey (24:45)- Taylor Swift Rereleases RED (33:26)- Beyoncé’s “Be Alive” & Oscar Chances (39:01)- Mariah Carey’s New Christmas Song “Fall in Love at Christmas” (43:09)- Whitney Houston Mess: Remakes, a Hologram, & the Upcoming Biopic (47:31)- Spice Girls’ 25th Anniversary & a Spice-y Meeting (59:46)- Kylie Minogue’s: DISCO Guest List Edition (69:41)- Adele’s One Night Only Special & Upcoming 30 Era (72:59)- Janet Jackson’s Upcoming Hulu Documentary (84:27)- Aaliyah’s Album Rereleases (94:32)
MARIAH CAREY'S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS SPECIAL (2020): MARIAH CAREY
There’s only one person who can save 2020, the Queen of Christmas herself, Ms. Mariah Carey. In the Season 1 finale of Diva Dailies and to help wrap up our Christmas extravaganza, Steffi is joined once again by Diego to break down “Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special” (2020) featuring our diva of the week Ms. Mariah Carey. Diego and Steffi share their Top 3 Favorite moments from the special and reflect on the many ways she has fed us in 2020. We also discuss “All I Want For Christmas Is You”’s impact on the holiday season, Mariah the songwriter, and of course, that Mariah/Whitney mashup that put everyone in their feelings. Plus, Steffi shares the story of how she got Mariah’s UK exclusive “Walker Crisps” and Diego shares his once in a lifetime lamb experience of seeing Mariah in concert during the holiday season (pre-pandemic). What a way to wrap up our first season with a little festive moment with the Elusive Chanteuse. LOGLINE: Faced with a holiday cheer crisis, the North Pole knows there's only one person who can save the day: Santa Claus's great friend - the Queen of Christmas herself, Mariah Carey.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeDIEGO'S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram TIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:33) - TV Special Breakdown (15:29)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (48:27)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (57:17)- Show Me the Receipts (65:35)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (68:36)
"8 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS" (2001): DESTINY'S CHILD
You know Christmas? Was made for the children. Destiny’s children. This week, Steffi is joined by Justin for an in-depth discussion on Destiny’s Child’s, “8 Days of Christmas” (2001). We share our Top 3 Favorite songs & our least favorite song from the album and dive deep into the drama of Destiny’s Child’s “Survivor” era. We also discuss our personal theories as to why Beyonce was the one with producer credit on almost every single song, while Kelly and Michelle were MIA. And of course, our thoughts on Mathew Knowles. Were LaTavia and LeToya wrong for speaking up? What happened to Farrah’s luggage? We can’t all be Beyonce. ALBUM INFO: 8 Days of Christmas is the fourth and penultimate studio album and the first and only Christmas album by American R&B girl group Destiny's Child, released on October 30, 2001 by Columbia Records.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeJUSTIN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram *Listen to Justin's "Polar Opposites" podcast here: https://polar-opposites.simplecast.com/TIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:36) - Album Breakdown (07:24)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (33:09)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (38:44)- Where My Background Singers? (59:00)- Show Me the Receipts (65:36)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (70:03)- Coming Attractions (71:05)
"A TORI KELLY CHRISTMAS" (2020): TORI KELLY
Joy to the world...Miss Tori Kelly has come. Let earth receive the newest holiday diva album. Steffi is joined by Kristen to celebrate and breakdown Tori Kelly’s newest Christmas album entitled, “A Tori Kelly Christmas” (2020). We share our Top 3 Favorite songs & our least favorite song from the album and discuss our theories as to why Tori Kelly is still underrated after all these years. Kristen also shares several work experiences with Tori Kelly and reveals what a true stan she is. Tori Kelly, I think we’ve found your number 1 fan...and she deserved that picture you drew for that MTV video. ALBUM INFO: A Tori Kelly Christmas is the fourth studio album by American singer Tori Kelly. It was released on October 30, 2020, through Schoolboy and Capitol Records. It is Kelly's first Christmas album, and was executively produced by Kelly, Babyface, and Scooter Braun.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeKRISTEN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram |Tiktok| YouTube*Pop Culture Planet: https://www.popcultureplanet.net/linksTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:01) - Album Breakdown (09:44)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (36:59)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (51:38)- Where My Background Singers? (53:59)- Show Me the Receipts (61:37)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (62:55)- Coming Attractions (66:37)
"CHRISTMAS & CHILL" (2015): ARIANA GRANDE
‘TIS THE SEASON. For the month of December, we are taking a departure from film and TV & ringing in the holiday season with Holiday Diva albums. In our first official “Diva Discography” episode, Steffi is joined by Diego to discuss a member of his “Legends Only Club”, Miss Ariana Grande’s, sophomore Christmas EP entitled, “Christmas and Chill” (2015). Not only do we share our Top 3 Favorite songs & our least favorite song from “Christmas and Chill”, we also discuss Ariana’s “Christmas Kisses” (2013) EP and get into a very heated debate over a particular song. As an Ariana stan, Diego also gives us some #Ariantor tea concerning her Christmas and Chill merch & also shares his experience of seeing Ariana perform her holiday songs live on tour.EP INFO: Christmas & Chill is the second extended play (EP) and second Christmas EP by American singer Ariana Grande. It was released on December 18, 2015 by Republic Records as a follow-up to her 2013 Christmas EP Christmas Kisses and her 2014 Christmas single "Santa Tell Me". The EP features six original Christmas tracks composed and produced mainly by Grande and co-writers, most of which have an R&B sound. Grande has continuously called it her "favorite body of work".DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeDIEGO'S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | InstagramTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:06) - EP Breakdown (11:11)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (35:46)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (46:09)- Where My Background Singers? (52:41)- Show Me the Receipts (59:39)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (63:06)- Coming Attractions (69:57)
CRAZY RICH ASIANS (2018): MICHELLE YEOH & CONSTANCE WU - PART 2
Asians, let’s inhale and exhale. Time for a heart-to-heart talk on some deep underlying issues within our community. This week, Diego and Steffi continue their “Crazy Rich Asians” discussion by talking about some of the controversies surrounding the movie such as Henry Golding’s casting as a biracial person, the movie not doing so well in China, and Awkwafina’s “Blaccent”. We also share our personal experiences with not feeling “Asian enough” and how we really feel about some specifically toxic Filipino traits within the community. And of course, we make note of and celebrate the strides in Asian representation in mainstream media since Crazy Rich Asians and how this movie impacted our lives. LOGLINE: This contemporary romantic comedy, based on a global bestseller, follows native New Yorker Rachel Chu to Singapore to meet her boyfriend's family.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeDIEGO'S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | InstagramTIME STAMPS:- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (03:05)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (14:47)- Tinseltown Showdown (45:17)- Show Me the Receipts (48:05)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (54:22)- Coming Attractions (68:14)
CRAZY RICH ASIANS (2018): MICHELLE YEOH & CONTANCE WU - PART 1
Who’s up for a destination wedding?! To finish off our Comfort Divas Month, Steffi is joined by Diego to breakdown a movie that means so much to both of us because...Asian. Yep, we’re discussing the romantic-comedy “Crazy Rich Asians” (2018) starring our divas of the week: Michelle Yeoh and Constance Wu in our Two Part Crazy Rich Asians episodes. In today’s episode, part 1, Diego and I share our favorite scenes of the movie including that Mahjong scene, airplane proposal, and of course the iconic wedding sequence that all of us are too poor to ever experience in this lifetime. Diego also shares some stories about growing up in Singapore and how accurate the portrayal of Singapore really was in the movie. Plus, we share the experience of what it was like seeing Crazy Rich Asians for the first time on the big screen and our thoughts on Asian representation in media & our Asian identities. Stay tuned for part 2! LOGLINE: This contemporary romantic comedy, based on a global bestseller, follows native New Yorker Rachel Chu to Singapore to meet her boyfriend's family.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeDIEGO'S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | InstagramTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:36) - Movie Breakdown (12:26)
"NOSEDIVE" - BLACK MIRROR (2016): BRYCE DALLAS HOWARD
Steffi continues Comfort Divas Month with the help of my friend and brand new guest, Justin, host of Polar Opposites podcast. Together, we breakdown Black Mirror - Season 3, Episode 1 - “Nosedive” (2016) starring diva of the week: Bryce Dallas Howard. We discuss the dangers of social media, fake friends, nepotism, and why Justin finds comfort in shows like Black Mirror. Also, listen to me have a mental nosedive of my own as I try to come to terms with the fact that someone gave this podcast a two star rating. SO PLEASE...GIVE THIS PODCAST A FIVE STAR RATING.SERIES LOGLINE: Black Mirror is a British dystopian science fiction anthology television series created by Charlie Brooker. He and Annabel Jones are the program's show runners. It examines modern society, particularly with regard to the unanticipated consequences of new technologies. Episodes are standalone, usually set in an alternative present or the near future, often with a dark and satirical tone, although some are more experimental and lighter.EPISODE LOGLINE: A woman desperate to boost her social media score hits the jackpot when she's invited to a swanky wedding, but the trip doesn't go as planned.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeJUSTIN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram*Listen to Justin's "Polar Opposites" podcast here: https://polar-opposites.simplecast.com/TIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (06:31) - Movie Breakdown (11:32)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (54:27)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (64:41)- Tinseltown Showdown (71:05)- Show Me the Receipts (71:48)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (73:49)- Coming Attractions (78:09)
THE NAMESAKE (2006): TABU AND MIRA NAIR
This week, Steffi is joined by Diva Dailies fan favorite, Angie, to break down one of her favorite comfort movies, The Namesake (2006) starring our divas of the week: Tabu & Mira Nair. As a fan of Indian movies, Angie shares how she became a fan of the genre and some personal experiences of traveling to India. We also discuss how the Oscars treat non-Western films, the immigrant experience, and the “Maxines” of the world.LOGLINE: The Namesake depicts the struggles of Ashoke and Ashima Ganguli (Irrfan Khan and Tabu), first-generation immigrants from the East Indian state of West Bengal to the United States, and their American-born children Gogol (Kal Penn) and Sonia (Sahira Nair). DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:37) - Movie Breakdown (11:52)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (52:46)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (64:42)- Tinseltown Showdown (69:02)- Show Me the Receipts (74:19)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (76:10)- Coming Attractions (78:51)
ROMY & MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION (1997): MIRA SORVINO & LISA KUDROW
Ya know...2020 has been quite a year. And considering that November is also the time we indulge in a little comfort food for the holiday season, I thought it’d be appropriate to do a month’s worth of COMFORT DIVA MOVIES.To kick off Comfort Divas month, Steffi is joined by Stefan to discuss one of his favorite comfort movies: Romy & Michele’s High School Reunion (1997). We talk about our favorite scenes, why this story of friendship has continued to endure after all these years, & this week’s comfort divas: Mira Sorvino & Lisa Kudrow. LOGLINE: Two ditzy, inseparable friends hit the road for their ten-year high school reunion and concoct an elaborate lie about their lives in order to impress their classmates.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeSTEFAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:TwitterTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:49) - Movie Breakdown (06:22)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (42:17)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (45:09)- Tinseltown Showdown (49:03)- Show Me the Receipts (51:51)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (53:33)- Coming Attractions (60:05)
HOCUS POCUS (1993): BETTE MIDLER
It’s just a bunch of Hocus Pocus. To round up our divas for the month of October, Steffi is joined by diva enthusiast & arguably one of Bette Midler’s biggest fans, Dino, to discuss “Hocus Pocus” (1993) and our diva of the week: Bette Midler. Aka the Divine Miss M herself. We breakdown that iconic musical number, discuss Bette Midler’s commercial peak, and decide if we’re #TeamThackeryBinx or #TeamMax. Dino also talks about the inspiration behind his Twitter account that celebrates the divas!LOGLINE: A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeDINO'S SOCIAL MEDIA:TwitterTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (07:17)) - Movie Breakdown (12:00)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (42:32)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (50:41)- Tinseltown Showdown (58:25)- Show Me the Receipts (62:07)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (66:52)- Coming Attractions (75:34)
JENNIFER'S BODY (2009): MEGAN FOX
Justice for Jennifer’s Body. Justice for Megan Fox. This week Stefan & Steffi discuss the underrated dark comedy, horror movie: “Jennifer’s Body” (2009) featuring our Horror/Halloween Diva of the Week: Megan Fox. We discuss the movie’s relationship to the #MeToo Movement, the hypersexuality of Megan Fox in the media, and why “Jennifer’s Body” & Megan Fox deserve to no longer be overlooked.LOGLINE: Jennifer’s Body is a 2009 American supernatural horror black comedy film. It follows a high school cheerleader Jennifer (played by Megan Fox), who has turned into a succubus who specializes in killing her male classmates, and her best friend (played by Amanda Seyfried) that tries desperately to stop her.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeSTEFAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:TwitterTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:42) - Movie Breakdown (04:41)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (36:23)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (42:19)- Tinseltown Showdown (50:08)- Show Me the Receipts (51:33)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (54:28)- Coming Attractions (62:02)
SCREAM (1996): NEVE CAMPBELL
Do you like scary movies? Because this week Stefan & Steffi breakdown yet another scary movie classic: “Scream” (1996). We discuss horror movie tropes, the many references to “Halloween” (*check out our previous episode for “Halloween”) and of course, this week’s iconic scream queen diva, Neve Campbell. LOGLINE: A year after the murder of her mother, a teenage girl is terrorized by a new killer, who targets the girl and her friends by using horror films as part of a deadly game.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeSTEFAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:TwitterTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:12) - Movie Breakdown (09:12)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (43:29)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (50:53)- Tinseltown Showdown (58:22)- Show Me the Receipts (62:21)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (64:51)- Coming Attractions (71:10)
HALLOWEEN (1978): JAMIE LEE CURTIS
Time to get into the spooky spirit! October is the month of Horror/Halloween Divas!! This week, Steffi is joined by returning guest co-host, Stefan, to discuss “Halloween” (1978) & the legendary scream diva herself: Jamie Lee Curtis. THE KEYSSSSSS.LOGLINE: Fifteen years after murdering his sister on Halloween night 1963, Michael Myers escapes from a mental hospital and returns to the small town of Haddonfield, Illinois to kill again. He starts stalking a babysitter, Laurie Strode & her friends, while unknowingly under the pursuit of his psychiatrist.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeSTEFAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:TwitterTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:05) - Movie Breakdown (05:27)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (36:40)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (42:29)- Tinseltown Showdown (47:52)- Show Me the Receipts (49:01)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (52:11)- Coming Attractions (59:50)
MEAN GIRLS (2004): LINDSAY LOHAN - PART 2
Happy Mean Girls Day, divas & divos!! Aka October 3rd. Kristen Maldonado & Steffi continue on our “Mean Girls” journey and turn back the clock to 2004 to reflect on a time when our diva of the week, Lindsay Lohan, was the biggest teen star on the planet. We discuss Lindsay in her prime, Tina Fey’s 1st foray into writing for film, why Rachel McAdams deserves more, & the legacy and pop culture impact of “Mean Girls”. I hope you guys enjoy Part 2 of our “Mean Girls” deep dive and don’t forget to listen to Part 1 if you haven’t already. LOGLINE: After being home-schooled for most of her life in Africa, Cady Heron (Lindsay Lohan) & her family relocate back to the American suburbs - where she integrates into high school life for the first time ever & gets a crash course on what it’s like to be a teenage girl. DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeKRISTEN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram |Tiktok| YouTube*Pop Culture Planet: https://www.popcultureplanet.net/linksTIME STAMPS:- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (05:12)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (26:20)- Tinseltown Showdown (36:09)- Show Me the Receipts (40:31)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (42:30)- Coming Attractions (54:58)
MEAN GIRLS (2004): LINDSAY LOHAN - PART 1
The girls. The girls have gone wild. Kristen Maldonado & Steffi close out our Back to School Divas month with the Citizen Kane of our childhood: “Mean Girls” (2004). And of course, our diva of the week is everyone’s favorite “home schooled jungle freak” (Regina George’s words, not mine) Cady Heron aka Lindsay Lohan. Our “Mean Girls” discussion is so deep that I had to break down our “Mean Girls” extravaganza into two parts! So in this episode, we do a deep dive into the movie and discuss why Regina George is an evil genius, who really is Caesar & who really is Brutus, and answer whether or not this movie was an accurate portrayal of “Girl World”. Wear pink. Hide your Ndebelly tribe vases. And get in the car loser because we’re listening to this episode of Diva Dailies on Wednesday. (It’s the rules of feminism.)LOGLINE: After being home-schooled for most of her life in Africa, Cady Heron (Lindsay Lohan) & her family relocate back to the American suburbs - where she integrates into high school life for the first time ever & gets a crash course on what it’s like to be a teenage girl. DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeKRISTEN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram |Tiktok| YouTube*Pop Culture Planet: https://www.popcultureplanet.net/linksTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:49) - Movie Breakdown (09:23)
BRING IT ON (2000): KIRSTEN DUNST
I SAIDDDDD….BRR. IT’S COLD IN HERE. THERE MUST BE SOME...cultural appropriation in the atmosphere? This week, Steffi is joined by returning guest co-host, Kristen Maldonado, to talk about one of the greatest cheerleading movies (PERIODT) “Bring It On” (2000), starring our Back to School Diva of the week: Kirsten Dunst. In this episode, we talk about how the movie successfully avoided the “white savior” narrative, cultural appropriation, and why the Clovers deserve everything. Hope you guys enjoy this episode...and don’t drop the spirit stick. Or else you go to Hades.LOGLINE: A champion high school cheerleading squad discovers its previous captain stole all their best routines from an inner-city school and must scramble to compete at this year's championships.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeKRISTEN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram |Tiktok| YouTube*Pop Culture Planet: https://www.popcultureplanet.net/linksTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:19) - Movie Breakdown (11:02)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (49:21)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (56:17)- Tinseltown Showdown (64:45)- Show Me the Receipts (65:50)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (69:28)- Coming Attractions (73:34)
LEGALLY BLONDE (2001): REESE WITHERSPOON
Dust off your pink resumes and warm up those hamstrings for the good ole’ bend & snap, ladies and gents. This week, Steffi is joined by returning guest co-host, Diego Cagara, to discuss the forever inspirational movie of our youth, Legally Blonde (2001), starring our Back to School Diva of the week: Reese Witherspoon. *Cue motivational montage of us getting our shit together whilst listening to this episode.LOGLINE: Elle Woods, a sorority girl who attempts to win back her ex-boyfriend, played by Matthew Davis, by getting a Juris Doctor degree at Harvard Law School, and in the process, overcomes stereotypes against blondes and triumphs as a successful lawyer through unflappable self-confidence and fashion/beauty knowhow.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeDIEGO'S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | InstagramTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (05:42) - Movie Breakdown (12:48)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (57:40)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (63:53)- Tinseltown Showdown (70:28)- Show Me the Receipts (73:36)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (75:04)- Coming Attractions (86:57)
CLUELESS (1995): ALICIA SILVERSTONE
UGH. AS IF! This week, Kristen Maldonado & Steffi continue on our journey of Back to School Divas by talking about one of the most iconic teen movies of our time: “Clueless” (1995) starring our diva of the week: Alicia Silverstone. So dust off your plaid yellow skirts & get ready to roll with the homies!LOGLINE: Clueless is a coming-of-age teen comedy that is loosely based on Jane Austen's 1815 novel Emma, with a modern-day setting of Beverly Hills. The plot centers on Cher Horowitz, a beautiful, clever and rich high school student who befriends a new student named Tai Frasier and decides to give her a makeover.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeKRISTEN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram |Tiktok| YouTube*Pop Culture Planet: https://www.popcultureplanet.net/linksTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:47) - Movie Breakdown (12:57)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (55:04)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (62:14)- Tinseltown Showdown (68:17)- Show Me the Receipts (71:32)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (73:38)- Coming Attractions (79:08)
10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU (1999): JULIA STILES
Class is in session, divas & divos! New month: new theme. For the month of September, we are hitting the books & talking Back to School Divas! To kick off Back to School Divas month, Steffi is joined by guest co-host, Kristen Maldonado, to breakdown the teen rom-com classic: “10 Things I Hate About You” (1999) starring our diva of the week: Julia Stiles.LOGLINE: 10 Things I Hate About You is a 1999 American romantic comedy and is a modernization of William Shakespeare's late-16th-century comedy The Taming of the Shrew, retold in a late-1990s American high school setting. In the story, new student Cameron (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) is smitten with Bianca (Larisa Oleynik) and, in order to get around her father's strict rules on dating, attempts to get bad boy Patrick (Heath Ledger) to date Bianca's ill-tempered sister, Kat (Julia Stiles). DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeKRISTEN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram |Tiktok| YouTube*Pop Culture Planet: https://www.popcultureplanet.net/linksTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:59) - Movie Breakdown (11:31)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (56:47)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (61:56)- Tinseltown Showdown (67:45)- Show Me the Receipts (70:19)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (71:42)- Coming Attractions (81:12)
ISN'T IT ROMANTIC (2019): REBEL WILSON
RomCom divas comes to a meta conclusion. This week, Steffi is joined by my guest co-host, Jess Sylvestre, to discuss “Isn’t It Romantic” (2019) starring our romcom diva of the week: Rebel Wilson. The movie may be a PG-13 RomCom...but this review isn’t! LOGLINE: A young woman disenchanted with love mysteriously finds herself trapped inside a romantic comedy.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeJESS’ SOCIAL MEDIA:TwitterTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:07) - Movie Breakdown (08:04)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (51:17)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (55:37)- Tinseltown Showdown (66:22)- Show Me the Receipts (67:00)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (70:25)- Coming Attractions (73:11)
MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING (1997): JULIA ROBERTS
I’m opening the vault. On a very special throwback episode of Diva Dailies, Lisa and Steffi discuss “My Best Friend’s Wedding” (1997) and wonder who really is Jules’ (Julia Roberts) best friend. We also talk about how Michael (aka Dermot Mulroney) is literally such a dud in this movie and how George (Rupert Everett) is the true unsung diva of the movie. Then of course, we get into our diva of the week, Ms. Julia Roberts, and what starring in romcom at this point in her career possibly meant for her.*This episode was the first ever episode that Lisa and I had recorded for Diva Dailies over a year ago! This, along with our “Burlesque” episode, served as our test episodes for Diva Dailies way back in the early days. Lisa and I always knew we would release the episode someday...and that day is finally here. I also edited this episode over a year ago, so if it sounds a bit rough around the edges, just think of it as a charming, endearing start to this podcast.LOGLINE: When a woman's (Julia Roberts) long-time friend (Dermot Mulroney) reveals he's engaged, she realizes she loves him herself and sets out to get him, with only days before the wedding.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeLISA’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:32) - Movie Breakdown (12:46)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (46:48)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (52:54)- Tinseltown Showdown (58:27)- Show Me the Receipts (61:12)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (63:47)- Coming Attractions (67:00)
WHEN HARRY MET SALLY (1989): MEG RYAN
I hope you have what we’re having...in this episode! This week, Steffi is joined by first time guest co-host, Jess Sylvestre, to discuss the romcom that - along with “Pretty Woman” - helped launch the modern romcom era. Yep, we’re talking “When Harry Met Sally” (1989) and our romcom diva of the week: Meg Ryan. LOGLINE: The story follows Harry & Sally from the time they meet just before sharing a cross-country drive, through twelve years of chance encounters in New York City. The film raises the question "Can men and women ever just be friends?" and advances many ideas about relationships that became household concepts, such as "high-maintenance” and the "transitional person".DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeJESS’ SOCIAL MEDIA:TwitterTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:53) - Movie Breakdown (06:33)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (50:20)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (54:02)- Tinseltown Showdown (63:23)- Show Me the Receipts (66:16)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (70:34)- Coming Attractions (76:06)
BOOMERANG (1992): ROBIN GIVENS & HALLE BERRY (...AND TONI BRAXTON)
Bang, bang, bang. Love should’ve brought your ass home last night. Steffi is once again joined by Angie to break down “Boomerang" (1992) and our divas of the week: Robin Givens & Halley Berry...and unofficially Toni Braxton. You’ve got to coordinate. COORDINATE.LOGLINE: A commitment-phobic & successful ad executive, Marcus Graham (Eddie Murphy), falls into a love triangle with the similarly ruthless Jacqueline (Robin Givens) and the sweet Angela (Halle Berry). DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:45) - Movie Breakdown (13:34)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (55:45)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (60:34)- Tinseltown Showdown (73:12)- Show Me the Receipts (77:13)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (79:13)- Coming Attractions (82:56)
HOW TO LOSE A GUY IN 10 DAYS (2003): KATE HUDSON
Divas & divos, get ready to “frost yourself”. This week Steffi is joined by Kristen Maldonado to discuss “How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days” (2003) and the comedic antics & improvisational skills of our rom-com diva of the week: Kate Hudson. Grab your love fern & get ready to brainstorm how to bring peace to Tajikistan.LOGLINE: “How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days” is an American rom com centered on Andie Anderson (played by Kate Hudson) & Benjamin Barry (played by Matthew McConaughey). She is a “How To” columnist who has been tasked with writing an article on how to lose a guy in 10 days. While he is an advertising executive that bets that he can make a woman fall in love with him in 10 days. Hijinks ensue with each passing day, but who will succeed once the 10 days are up? DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeKRISTEN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram |Tiktok| YouTube*Pop Culture Planet: https://www.popcultureplanet.net/linksTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:02) - Movie Breakdown (11:13)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (56:54)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (62:09)- Tinseltown Showdown (68:34)- Show Me the Receipts (69:13)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (71:43)- Coming Attractions (73:33)
THE LOVEBIRDS (2020): ISSA RAE
In an effort to find a modern-day romcom to talk about, Angie & Steffi watch “The Lovebirds” (2020) & talk about the journey, growth, & glow-up career of our diva of the week: Issa Rae.(Additionally, we spend a good 20ish minutes talking about “Killing Eve” Season 3 - which, yes - I will figure out a way to do a proper Diva Dailies episode about our favorite MI6 agent & assassin in a future season. Until then, refer to Oscar & Razzie time stamp)LOGLINE: A couple experiences a defining moment in their relationship when they are unintentionally embroiled in a murder mystery.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:43)- Movie Breakdown (27:04)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (60:36)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (65:51)- Tinseltown Showdown (65:10)- Show Me the Receipts (68:52)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (73:41)- Coming Attractions (75:33)
ROMAN HOLIDAY (1953): AUDREY HEPBURN
It’s a rom com travel movie! This week Steffi is joined by 1st time guest co-host/designated member of the unofficial Audrey Hepburn fan club, Diego, to discuss the classic Hollywood rom-com film “Roman Holiday” (1953) and our legendary, iconic, diva of the week: Audrey Hepburn.LOGLINE: A bored and sheltered princess escapes her guardians and falls in love with an American newsman in Rome, who has secretly made a deal with his editor to write a story about the princess for a price.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeDIEGO'S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | InstagramTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (06:26) - Movie Breakdown (12:17)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (47:33)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (53:39)- Tinseltown Showdown (65:10)- Show Me the Receipts (68:15)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (71:49)- Coming Attractions (76:03)
PRETTY WOMAN (1990): JULIA ROBERTS
Who’s ready for a summer romance?! For the next 2 months, love is in the air as we embark on our rom-com diva journey!This week, Steffi flies solo and talk about the mother of the modern romantic comedy: Pretty Woman (1990) starring America’s sweet heart & our diva of the week, Ms. Julia Roberts.LOGLINE: A man in a legal but hurtful business needs an escort for some social events, and hires a beautiful prostitute he meets... only to fall in love.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:15) - Movie Breakdown (04:27)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (36:53)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (46:30)- Tinseltown Showdown (68:53)- Show Me the Receipts (73:25)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (79:24)- Coming Attractions (86:00)
"SAN JUNIPERO" - BLACK MIRROR (2016): GUGU MBATHA-RAW & MACKENZIE DAVIS
Closing our PRIDE series, Steffi is joined by Angie in a conversation about one of my absolute favorite things ever created: the “San Junipero” episode of Black Mirror. Our divas of the week are the wonderful leading ladies of the episode, Gugu Mbatha-Raw & Mackenzie Davis.SERIES LOGLINE: Black Mirror is a British dystopian science fiction anthology television series created by Charlie Brooker. He and Annabel Jones are the program's show runners. It examines modern society, particularly with regard to the unanticipated consequences of new technologies. Episodes are standalone, usually set in an alternative present or the near future, often with a dark and satirical tone, although some are more experimental and lighter.EPISODE LOGLINE: When Yorkie and Kelly visit San Junipero, a fun-loving beach town full of surf, sun and sex, their lives are changed.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:51) - TV Episode Breakdown (09:42)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (65:15)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (71:04)- Tinseltown Showdown (80:52)- Show Me the Receipts (81:17)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (84:39)- Coming Attractions (85:41)
PARIS IS BURNING (1990): THE WOMEN & MEN OF PARIS IS BURNING
Continuing with our PRIDE series, this week, Steffi talks about the LEGENDARY documentary “Paris is Burning” (1990) with the one and only Matty Rants. Our divos/divas of the week are the LGBTQ+ women & men featured in the movie: Pepper Lebeija, Kim Pendavis, Freddie Pendavis, Dorian Corey, Venus Xtravaganza, Angie Xtravaganza, Willi Ninja, & Octavia Saint Laurent.LOGLINE: Filmed in the mid-to-late 1980s, this documentary chronicles the sub ball culture of New York City and the African-American, Latino, gay, and transgender communities involved in the scene. DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeMATTYS’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (09:27) - Movie Breakdown (17:23)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (61:13)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (63:45)- Tinseltown Showdown (81:50)- Show Me the Receipts (82:53)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (85:42)- Coming Attractions (87:16)
"THANKSGIVING" - MASTER OF NONE (2017): LENA WAITHE
For our second PRIDE episode, Angie joins Steffi to discuss the semi-autobiographical, Emmy winning episode of “Master of None” entitled “Thanksgiving” (2017). This TV episode was written by and stars our diva of the week: Ms. Lena Waithe. SERIES LOGLINE: Master of None is an American comedy-drama web television series, which was released for streaming on November 6, 2015, on Netflix. The series was created by Aziz Ansari and Alan Yang, and stars Ansari in the lead role of Dev Shah, a 30-year-old actor, mostly following his romantic, professional, and personal experiences. The first season was set in New York City, and consisted of ten episodes. The second season, which takes place in Italy and New York, consists of ten episodes and was released on May 12, 2017.EPISODE LOGLINE: Over a series of Thanksgivings from the '90s to the present, Denise settles into her sexuality and faces the challenge of coming out to her family.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:26) - TV Episode Breakdown (13:58)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (64:03)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (68:32)- Tinseltown Showdown (77:02)- Show Me the Receipts (77:55)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (81:25)- Coming Attractions (83:23)
MILK (2008): HARVEY MILK & GUS VAN SANT
Happy Pride month, everyone! To kick us off, Steffi is joined again by Stefan to talk about the activist biopic “MILK” (2008). In honor of Pride month, we have made an effort to choose movies/TV episodes that centered LGBTQ people both onscreen & off. Our “divo” of the week is the man that inspired the movie, Harvey Milk, the first openly gay elected official in California. AND...Gus Van Sant, the director of the film and an out gay man. LOGLINE: The story of Harvey Milk and his struggles as an American gay activist who fought for gay rights and became California's first openly gay elected official.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeSTEFAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:TwitterTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (05:07) - Movie Breakdown (10:45)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (50:36)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (54:15)- Tinseltown Showdown (66:51)- Show Me the Receipts (68:05)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (70:04)- Coming Attractions (73:51)
The Show Must Be Paused - #BLACKLIVESMATTER
Standing in solidarity with the Black community & the Black Lives Matter movement, the show must be paused.DONATE:Here are some organizations that can use your help:Black Visions CollectiveReclaim the BlockBlack Lives MatterNorth Star Health CollectiveCampaign ZeroThe Unicorn RiotThe National Police Accountability ProjectThe Minnesota Freedom FundVISIT:https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/#- A comprehensive list of resources to where you can sign online petitions & donate to victims, protestors, Black owned businesses, organizations & other important funds.LEARN:“13th” (2016) - Netflix“When They See Us” (2019) - Netflix“If Beale Street Could Talk” (2018) - Hulu“Fruitvale Station” (2013) - Amazon Prime & other digital platforms“Just Mercy (2020) - Amazon Prime & other digital platformsSOCIAL MEDIA:@codyfernInstagram live conversation with Angelica Ross.MUSIC:- “Talkin’ Bout a Revolution” - Tracy ChapmanDIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Why Pausing the Show Matters (00:09)- Where to Donate (3:21)- Movie Recommendations (7:07)- Social Media Recommendation: (14:18)- 5 Minute Moment of Silence for Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, & All Black lives that have been lost due to police brutality (17:24)- “Talkin’ Bout a Revolution” (24:38)
THE WIZ (1978): MICHAEL JACKSON & DIANA ROSS
Closing out our first month of divos ever with my personal favorite of favorites: Mr. Michael Jackson. This week, Angie & Steffi are easing down the road and talking about The Wiz (1978). Our aforementioned divo of the week is Michael Jackson and our diva of the week (opening & closing divo’s month with 1 divo and 1 diva) is Ms. Diana Ross. LOGLINE: The Wiz is a movie musical adaptation of the 1974 Broadway musical “The Wiz” & reimagining of L. Frank Baum’s children’s novel “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” that features an all Black cast. It follows the adventure of Dorothy, a 24 year old school teacher who magically gets transported to the Land of Oz. She befriends a Scarecrow, a Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion on her quest to meet the Wiz - who may be the only being powerful enough to send her home.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:00) - Movie Breakdown (10:12)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (50:03)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (64:40)- Tinseltown Showdown (77:27)- Show Me the Receipts (79:06)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (82:07)- Coming Attractions (90:40)
"HARRY STYLES" - THE MUSIC VIDEOS (2017): HARRY STYLES
Another first for the podcast! This week, Steffi is joined by first time guest co-host Nikita Ray. Together, we review Harry Style’s self-titled debut era, “Harry Styes” (2017). We discuss the music videos & give our thoughts on each track!ALBUM INFO: Harry Styles is the eponymous debut studio album by English singer and songwriter Harry Styles. The album was released on 12 May 2017, through Columbia Records and Styles' own label, Erskine Records.For the album, Styles worked with producers Jeff Bhasker, Alex Salibian, Tyler Johnson and Kid Harpoon. The record has been described by various music publications as a collection of soft rock, rock, Britpop and pop.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeNIKITA’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:04)- Music Video Breakdown (10:53)- Track by Track Review (30:42)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (41:03)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (49:38)- Tinseltown Showdown (54:33)- Show Me the Receipts (56:13)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (57:27)- Coming Attractions (61:21)
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL AIR - PILOT EPISODE (1990): WILL SMITH
It’s our first TV episode ever on the podcast. And this week, guest co-host Angie and Steffi are hopping in a yellow taxi cab with the dice in the mirror to talk about our divo of the week, Will Smith, in the pilot episode of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” (1990).SERIES LOGLINE: The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air is an American sitcom television series created by Quincy Jones, Andy and Susan Borowitz, that originally aired on NBC from September 10, 1990 to May 20, 1996. The series stars Will Smith as a fictionalized version of himself, a street-smart teenager from West Philadelphia who is sent to move in with his wealthy uncle and aunt in their Bel Air mansion after getting into a fight in his hometown. However, his lifestyle often clashes with the lifestyle of his upper-class relatives. It ran for 148 episodes over six seasons.EPISODE LOGLINE: A streetwise teenager is sent by his mother to live with wealthy relatives in an upper-class California neighborhood, where he must adjust to a new lifestyle. After getting reacquainted with the family, it leads to a formal dinner. DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:48)- TV Episode Breakdown (14:09)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (42:24)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (48:23)- Tinseltown Showdown (56:23)- Show Me the Receipts (60:35)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (62:41)- Coming Attractions (67:02)
PURPLE RAIN (1984): PRINCE
It’s time to purify ourselves in the waters of Lake Minnetonka & give it up to the Purple One. This week, guest co-host Angie is back to talk with Steffi about another divo/legend, Prince, in his classic rock movie Purple Rain (1994). LOGLINE: Rock musical drama that follows “The Kid”, played by Prince, as he navigates life as a musician in the Minneapolis music scene, living in an abusive household, & a budding romanceDIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:34)- Movie Breakdown (12:29)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (58:48)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (74:53)- Tinseltown Showdown (82:44)- Show Me the Receipts (84:22)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (88:36)- Coming Attractions (98:39)
WE GOT OUR 1ST CALLER! - More Whitney & Janet and One's Gotta Go: Whitney, Janet, MJ, or Prince
We got our 1st caller!!!In this episode, Angie & Steffi listen to the first ever voicemail that was left for the podcast! If you're interested in leaving a voicemail & are in the North American region, the number to call is 714-729-3121. If you're not within the North American region, you can email us a voice recording of yourself to divadailiespod@gmail.com.Additionally, Angie & I talk about Whitney and Janet - parallels in their careers, queer identity, religion, problematic family members, & their movie careers.We finish the episode off by playing a game of "One's Gotta Go" - Whitney, Janet, Prince, or Michael Jackson.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:48)- Listening & Responding to the 1st Voicemail! (11:51)- Whitney & Janet's Relationship to Queerness (20:56)- In Living Color's "Rhythmless Nation" Skit (27:16)- Whitney & Janet's Relationship to Religion & Family Dynamics (30:41)- Phyllis Hyman (34:59)- Other Queer Black Artists (39:07)- Madonna, Whitney, & Janet (41:26)- Whitney & Janet's Film Careers (44:28)- One's Gotta Go: Whitney, Janet, Michael or Prince (47:23)- What's Next for the Podcast (54:54)
POETIC JUSTICE (1993): JANET JACKSON & TUPAC SHAKUR
No, my first name ain’t baby...nor is it Miss Jackson (if ya nasty). This week, Steffi is once again joined by first time returning guest co-host, Angie, to talk about Janet Jackson AND our first DIVO Tupac Shakur in John Singleton’s “Poetic Justice” (1993). LOGLINE: A romantic drama centered on Justice, a hairdresser who is still dealing with the violent death of her boyfriend and finds comfort in writing poetry. She accompanies her friend Iesha on a road trip from South Central LA to Oakland with her boyfriend & his friend. The film is really a character study on how the inner city violence was affecting young, African American adults during this time.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (03:02)- Movie Breakdown (10:14)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (59:40)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (71:53)- Tinseltown Showdown (81:38)- Show Me the Receipts (82:34)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (92:02)- Coming Attractions (95:31)
THE LAST SONG (2010): MILEY CYRUS
The origin story of Miley & Liam (RIP). This week Steffi is joined by guest co-host, Cass, to talk about the diva of the week Ms. Miley Cyrus in a Nicholas Sparks romantic drama “The Last Song” (2010). LOGLINE: A rebellious girl is sent to a Southern beach town for the summer to stay with her father. Through their mutual love of music, the estranged duo learn to reconnect.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeCASS' SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (05:17)- Movie Breakdown (10:15)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (47:14)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (55:04)- Tinseltown Showdown (60:57)- Show Me the Receipts (61:41)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (63:16)- Coming Attractions (65:18)
CROSSROADS (2002): BRITNEY SPEARS
It’s Britney, bitch. This week, Steffi is joined by my friend & OG Britney fan, Stefan, to talk Britney Spears in her silver screen debut: Crossroads (2002). We reminisce about Britney in her prime, road trip sing-alongs to the radio, & all the pop girls from the late 90s/early 2000s. LOGLINE: Crossroads is a coming-of-age, buddy comedy, road trip movie that follows 3 teenage girls who decide to take a last minute road trip from Georgia to L.A., along the way finding themselves & their friendship.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeSTEFAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:TwitterTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:12)- Movie Breakdown (09:39)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (49:31)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (56:23)- Tinseltown Showdown (61:11)- Show Me the Receipts (63:07)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (64:44)- Coming Attractions (68:29)
SPICE WORLD (1998): THE SPICE GIRLS
Hold on to your knickas, gals! This week, Steffi is joined by guest co-host Kristen Maldonado as we jump into our double decker London bus and discuss our divas of the week: The Spice Girls. And of course, we’re covering their film debut in Spice World (1998).LOGLINE: The Spice Girls star as themselves in this parody/mockumentary style film in the days leading up to the girls’ concert at Royal Albert Hall.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email us for show notes: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeKRISTEN’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram |Tiktok| YouTube*Pop Culture Planet: https://www.popcultureplanet.net/linksTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (04:23)- Movie Breakdown (12:33)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (57:38)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (76:13)- Tinseltown Showdown (71:03)- Show Me the Receipts (72:14)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (74:08)- Coming Attractions (81:39)
EVITA (1996): MADONNA
Don’t cry for me, Diva Dailies Listeners. The truth is I never left you…(even though one of us did, lol.) Anywho- sorry this episode is late! But hopefully the wait is worth it in my first ever solo episode! This week, Steffi talks Madonna in her Golden Globe winning role as Eva Paron in “Evita” (1996).LOGLINE: Movie-musical based on the life of Eva Duarte Peron, an Argentinian actress who eventually became the wife of Argentinian president Juan Peró. Detailing her beginnings, rise to fame, political career and death at the age of 33, Evita is a story about one of the most beloved and hated woman in ArgentinaDIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:00)- Movie Breakdown (06:25)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (50:55)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (57:45)- Tinseltown Showdown (66:31)- Show Me the Receipts (69:11)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (72:16)- Coming Attractions (73:47)
"And I Am Singing This Song for You..."- Whitney, Robyn, & the Music
Continuing on from last week's discussion about Whitney Houston & all the drama in it, this week, guest co-host Angie & Steffi delve deeper into Robyn Crawford's memoir "A Song for You: My Life with Whitney Houston."In the 2nd & final installment of these bonus episodes, Angie & Steffi explore some interesting hypothetical situations: Would Whitney come out today if she were alive? If Bobby came out with his book & outed Whitney, would Whitney come out then? Additionally, we discover that we share the same favorite Whitney Houston album & we talk about some of our favorite Whitney Houston songs. We hope you enjoy the final part of this discussion and Whitney & Robyn: you deserved better.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping Business (00:44)- Whitney & the Media (02:59)- The Importance of Language & Context (05:33)- "Whitey" Houston (08:40)- Kim Burrell's Homophobia (09:51)- Would Whitney come out today? (13:52)- If Bobby came out with his book & outed Whitney, would Whitney come out? (15:57)- Did Bobbi Kristina know about Whitney & Robyn? (17:59)- Bobbi Kristina’s Death (19:02)- The Ripple Effects of Homophobia (20:03)- Robyn’s Interview with Wendy Williams (25:23)- Robyn’s Red Table Talk (30:33)- Songs We think are About Robyn (32:35)- Stanning the "I'm Your Baby Tonight" Album (40:46)- The Story Behind "Run to You" (46:54)- Bobby & Whitney's Wedding...and Robyn's Thoughts (52:12)- Robyn & Whitney’s First Impressions of Each Other (54:29)- It’s All in the Liner Notes!! (56:44)- Strategizing Affection (58:01)- Robyn Was on Her Shit (59:36)- Whitney Couldn't Be Herself (62:26)- Some of our favorite Whitney Live Performances (64:36)- Whitney the Songwriter? (66:56)- Whitney, Janet, Prince & MJ (67:35)- Whitney’s Financials - the 1st time she was broke & Bobby’s mama’s finances (69:16)- Did Robyn do this for the money? (73:09)- Why Robyn Crawford's Book Matters (73:32)- That Time Whitney's Family Tried Breaking Robyn's Legs (73:59)- The AIDS Epidemic (75:55)- "A Song for You" (79:50)
The Wonderful Messy World of Whitney - Robyn, Bobby, Krissy & Cissy...and Pat, too (Bonus Episode Part 1)
And this is when things get messy.Welcome to Part 1 of our bonus episode conversation with guest co-host Angie. In this bonus episode, Angie & Steffi discuss the wonderful, messy world of Whitney and all the people in it: Robyn, Bobby, Krissy, Cissy, Gary, Dee Dee, & Pat Houston aka Nicki Marron. We share our thoughts on Robyn Crawford's "A Song for You: My Life with Whitney Houston", the reality shows, the documentaries and even that damn hologram.Also, why "Love is a Contact Sport" is embarrassing.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Housekeeping Business (00:43)- The Surprising Reception of Robyn's Book from Whitney Fans...or is it really that surprising? (05:45)- General First Impressions of Robyn’s Book (07:23)- Did things Really End Between Robyn & Whitney in 1982? (15:53)- The Joy Story aka Mess (20:39)- Eddie Murphy is a fuck boi (25:42)- Whitney’s Homophobic Family (29:39)- Pat Houston is the Real Nicki Marron (32:52)- Houston’s on Our Own & Bobbi Kristina (33:18)- The Hologram (37:30)- Dee Dee Warwick (38:10)- How did Pat Become in Charge of the Estate?! (41:34)- What Whitney Fans Want (& Deserve) (43:00)- YouTube Bootlegs & Why Japan Remains Superior (44:21)- Angie’s Biggest Wish of the Decade (aka Robyn if you’re listening to this, please release your footage) (46:02)- When Shit Got Real for Everyone (48:13)- Bobby & Whitney (49:10)- When Whitney Should've Left Bobby (49:51)- Jermaine & Whitney (51:32)- Is "Love is a Contact Sport" the Worst Whitney Song? (51:52)- Back to Jermaine (Again) (52:23)- THE BIBLE (53:27)- Robyn & Whitney Criticism and Why Context Matters (56:32)- Bobby & Janet (61:25)- Bobby & Robyn (63:18)- Being Bobby Brown (64:49)
GLITTER (2001): MARIAH CAREY
Are you a fan of the marimba? Do you enjoy wearing silver body paint that vaguely resembles body glitter for no apparent reason? Then, you’re going to love this episode! Steffi and Lisa break down Mariah Carey’s “Glitter” (2001). Lambily, this one’s for you. #justiceforGlitter LOGLINE: A young singer dates a disc jockey who helps her get into the music business, but their relationship become complicated as she ascends to super stardom.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeLISA’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:12)- Movie Breakdown (13:10)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (41:41)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (47:29)- Tinseltown Showdown (64:06)- Show Me the Receipts (64:46)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (67:18)- Coming Attractions (71:58)
THE BODYGUARD (1992): WHITNEY HOUSTON
It’s time to honor the Patron Saint of the Podcast, Ms. Queen of the Night herself: Whitney Houston. In this episode, Steffi & special co-host guest Angie discuss Whitney Houston’s diva-making, legend-cementing film debut in The Bodyguard (1992).LOGLINE: Frank Farmer, a former secret service agent, is hired as a bodyguard to superstar singer/actress Rachel Marron. His job? To protect her from an unknown, crazed stalker who will seemingly stop at nothing to have her killed.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeANGIE’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (02:25)- Movie Breakdown (11:07)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (69:39)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (81:13)- Tinseltown Showdown (90:40)- Show Me the Receipts (93:25)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (96:39)- Coming Attractions (103:53)
A Special Update!
Hey Divas!Just wanted to give you guys a quick update about the podcast since we've been off the air for about two weeks now. Sorry for the delay on the upcoming Bodyguard episode. But believe me, it will be worth it. And make sure you listen to a very special announcement!DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTube
MOONSTRUCK (1987): CHER
*(INSERT CHER SLAP.) SNAP OUT OF IT.This week, Steffi & Lisa talk about the movie that won our diva of the week her Oscar, “Moonstruck” (1987). And of course, we’re talking about the incomparable Cher.LOGLINE: Cher plays Loretta Castorini, a 37 year-old widow who accepts a marriage proposal from her not so passionate but safe boyfriend Johnny. Johnny has one request: that Loretta reach out to his estranged brother Ronny and invite him to the wedding. When she does so, she unexpectedly falls for Ronny and his untamed ways. As Loretta falls deeper in love, she comes to learn that she’s not the only one in her family with a secret romance.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeLISA’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:26)- Movie Breakdown (07:41)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (44:29)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (51:28)- Tinseltown Showdown (55:59)- Show Me the Receipts (56:54)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (61:21)- Coming Attractions (66:03)
BURLESQUE (2010): CHRISTINA AGUILERA & CHER
Who’s ready for a little wagon wheel watusi?This week, Steffi & Lisa talk about everyone’s “favorite” burlesque movie aptly entitled, “Burlesque” (2010) and what it did for our divas of the week: Christina Aguilera & Cher. Pull up a chair & make sure you don’t forget to pour tequila over your cheerios!LOGLINE: Allie is a small town girl with a big-city voice. She leaves her home in Iowa behind to pursue her dreams in the city of angels and quickly finds herself down the rabbit hole of a burlesque club. Allie works her way up from bar maid to leading lady, learning “it’s a passion, an emotion, it’s a fashion...burlesque”DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeLISA’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:42)- Movie Breakdown (13:43)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (40:23)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (47:32)- Tinseltown Showdown (56:24)- Show Me the Receipts (58:35)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (60:51)- Coming Attractions (62:52)
DREAMGIRLS (2006): BEYONCÉ & JENNIFER HUDSON
This week, we’re your dreamgirls and we hope this episode makes you happy. Steffi & Lisa discuss the movie-musical “Dreamgirls” (2006) and the divas of the week: Beyonce & Jennifer Hudson.LOGLINE: Adapted from the 1981 Tony-award winning musical of the same name, “Dreamgirls” follows the evolution of R&B music in the 1960s & 70s through the eyes of a girl group called Deena & the Dreams.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeLISA’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:31)- Movie Breakdown (06:50)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (40:11)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (50:45)- Tinseltown Showdown (58:10)- Show Me the Receipts (62:16)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (65:55)- Coming Attractions (70:22)
A STAR IS BORN (2018): LADY GAGA
*WAAAHHHHHHHAHHHHHHAHHHHHAHHH (with Gaga affectation)This week, Lisa and Steffi dive off the deep end & discuss the fourth iteration of “A Star is Born” (2018) starring the diva of the week: Lady Gaga aka Stefani Germanotta.LOGLINE: Jackson Mayne is a famous country/rock singer struggling with alcohol addiction. When he meets the talented singer-songwriter Ally at the club, he takes her under his wing. As their relationship grows, so does Ally’s star power, but ultimately Jackson’s own alcoholism sends his own career into a downward spiral.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeLISA’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:03)- Movie Breakdown (15:56)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (64:10)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (70:23)- Tinseltown Showdown (78:05)- Show Me the Receipts (79:42)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (82:19)- Coming Attractions (85:15)
HUSTLERS (2019): JENNIFER LOPEZ, CONSTANCE WU, & THE WOMEN OF HUSTLERS
Everybody grab their portable pole because this week, Steffi & Lisa discuss the morally ambiguous but very entertaining movie "Hustlers" (2019). Our divas of the week are Jennifer Lopez (once again), Constance Wu & the rest of this female-led cast.LOGLINE: "Hustlers" is based on a true story covered in a 2015 NY Times magazine article entitled "The Hustlers at Scores". The movie follows a crew of strippers in NYC who, after the 2008 financial crisis, find themselves & their clients low on cash. They begin to steal money by drugging stock traders & CEOs who visit their club, then running up their credit cards. It's a story about female friendship, the dark side of the American dream, & greed.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeLISA’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:04)- Movie Breakdown (09:03)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (39:39)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (49:52)- Tinseltown Showdown (56:37)- Show Me the Receipts (58:07)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (61:07)- Coming Attractions (63:29)
SELENA (1997): JENNIFER LOPEZ & SELENA
Join Steffi & Lisa as they “bidi bidi bom bom” their way through the inaugural episode of Diva Dailies in their discussion of the 1997 musical biopic, "SELENA". Our main divas of the week are Jennifer Lopez & Selena Quintanilla-Perez!LOGLINE: Featuring the one & only Jennifer Lopez in her diva break-out role, "Selena" centers on the life & career of Tejano music star Selena Quintanilla-Perez.DIVA DAILIES SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | Spotify*Email: divadailiespod@gmail.comSTEFFI’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | YouTubeLISA’S SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter | Instagram | TiktokTIME STAMPS:- Oscar & Razzie Moment of the Week (01:51)- Movie Breakdown (13:30)- Pop Corn & Pop Stars (41:14)- Spill the Technicolor Tea (50:34)- Tinseltown Showdown (53:00)- Show Me the Receipts (54:55)- Closing Thoughts/Impact (58:05)- Coming Attractions (64:35)