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60 Songs That Explain the '90s - Mailbag

Rob is joined by ‘Bandsplain’ host Yasi Salek to read some of your fan mail and answer questions. Why do you live in Ohio? Which band do you regret not having an episode on? Nirvana or Pearl Jam? Tune in to hear Rob answer these questions and more.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Yasi Salek

Producer: Justin Sayles

Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah

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60 Songs That Explain the '90s - “Stay (I Missed You)”—Lisa Loeb

Rob is joined by ‘Boy Meets World’ star and host of the podcast ‘Boy Meets 90’s’ Rider Strong to look back at Lisa Loeb’s 1994 hit “Stay (I Missed You).” Along the way, Rob dives into whether Winona chose the right guy in ‘Reality Bites,’ the ‘Reality Bites’ soundtrack, mourning a high school friend, and much more.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Rider Strong

Producer: Justin Sayles

Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah

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60 Songs That Explain the '90s - “Return of the Mack”—Mark Morrison

Rob reminisces on his first days working in a newsroom and watching ‘ThunderCats’ outtakes, all while riding on the sleek R&B roads of memory lane when looking back at Mark Morrison’s big hit “Return of the Mack,” along with other hip-hop-influenced '90s R&B songs.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Justin Charity

Producer: Justin Sayles

Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah

Additional Productional Support: Kai Grady

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60 Songs That Explain the '90s - “It Was a Good Day”—Ice Cube

Rob dives into the world of N.W.A. and gangsta rap, looking back at Ice Cube’s more peaceful hit, “It Was A Good Day.” Along the way, he finds time to reminisce on his life as an RA in college.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Van Lathan

Producer: Justin Sayles

Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah

Additional Productional Support: Kai Grady

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60 Songs That Explain the '90s - “Walk”—Pantera

Bring your electric guitars and join us as Rob dives into the world of heavy metal when taking a look back at Pantera’s certified head smasher, “Walk.” Later, Sean Fennessy joins the show to discuss what ‘Extreme Championship Wrestling’ has to do with Pantera.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Sean Fennessy

Producer: Justin Sayles

Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah

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60 Songs That Explain the '90s - “Zombie”—The Cranberries

What do ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,’ The Smiths, and Rob’s lack of basketball skill have to do with the Irish rock band the Cranberries and their 1994 hit “Zombie”? Press play to find out as Rob deep dives on the song and the impact of lead singer Dolores O'Riordan.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Shadrach Kabango

Producer: Justin Sayles

Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah

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60 Songs That Explain the '90s - “Firestarter”—The Prodigy

Rob celebrates the song “Firestarter” while looking back at the electronic band the Prodigy. While contextualizing the band, he also discusses the backlash surrounding their song “Smack My Bitch Up.”

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Jeremy D Larson

Producer: Justin Sayles

Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah

Audio Intern: Kai Grady

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