Oct 25, 2021
We've been waiting to dive into this topic! As 6 girls who grew up in the 90s, Spice merch is inextricably linked to our memories of the band and our first baby steps into consumerism. We reminisce on our childhood treasures as well as discuss products we never knew existed (but wish we did!). And of course, we dig into...
Oct 25, 2021
[cold open]
Sinead: It was hilarious to be writing this episode about Spice capitalism with Cheryl, while buying branded Spice merch, again.
[laughing]
Steph: Oh my god, I should have been wearing my t-shirt for this one. Dammit.
Spice Invaders Theme Song: [over trumpet music] It’s got theme song vibes. Like...
Oct 18, 2021
Let's talk about scandals! We've touched on a few, but this episode
hones in on the ones that made the girls especially grateful they
had brought in reinforcements when it comes to the media. We also
discuss the release of the singles and videos for Mama and Who Do
You Think You Are.
CW: This episode contains mention...
Oct 18, 2021
Steph: I mean, Bend It Like Beckham, come on.
Sinead: Yes, that movie is what defined his career.
[laughter]
Spice Invaders Theme Song: [over trumpet music] It’s got theme song vibes. Like danceable, funky. [Laughter]. So 90s. Girl power. Spice Invaders.
Sinead: Just to recap: last time we spent a lot of...
Oct 11, 2021
[Cold Open]
Cheryl: It speaks to something that I find really tragic about when Spice Girls became famous. Everything they did still ended up on the internet, but they weren't aware that the internet was going to haunt them forever.
Spice Invaders Theme Song: [over trumpet music] It’s got theme song vibes. Like...