Nostalgia & Now

Kelli Williams
Nostalgia & Now
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    147. Kimberley Locke on American Idol, 8th World Wonder, & Finding Herself Again

    06/05/2026 | 37 mins.
    What really happens after American Idol ends? Kimberley Locke joins Nostalgia and Now to talk about the reality behind the fame, the pressure, and finding herself again.

    Kelli sits down with Kimberley to revisit her time on American Idol season 2, the story behind “8th World Wonder,” and what it was like navigating overnight success. They also get into her theater career, her charitable work, and how she’s now helping others build a stronger relationship with themselves. It’s a nostalgic, honest, and full-circle conversation you won’t want to miss.

    Find Kimberley on Skool here -- https://www.skool.com/@kimberley-locke-6507

    Follow Kimberley on IG - https://www.instagram.com/kimberleylocke/
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    146. Personal Stories Part 1

    04/05/2026 | 52 mins.
    This week Kelli shares some unhinged stories during her time in retail along with some stories of her wild Nashville nights. The final story Kelli tells potentially involves Zach Braff and she needs your help to crack the code! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    145. The Unhinged Reality of 2000s Celebrity Culture with Heather Shaw

    29/04/2026 | 46 mins.
    This week Kelli is joined by comedian and content creator Heather Shaw to talk about the unhinged reality of early 2000s celebrity culture—and how it compares to today. From the Perez Hilton era to toxic tabloid headlines, they revisit a time that felt chaotic… and feels even darker looking back.

    They also get into how we talk about celebrities now, the rise of TikTok, and whether we’ve actually become more empathetic—or just faster to judge.

    For everything Heather Shaw check out her website! ---> https://heathershawcomedy.com/
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    144. Fanning Out: Thirteen

    27/04/2026 | 36 mins.
    This week Kelli kicks off a brand new series, Fanning Out, where she gets to, well… fan out. First up? Thirteen. From the wild behind-the-scenes story to the performances that still feel a little too real, your host breaks down why this film was the blueprint for everything from teen dramas to Euphoria. So hit play — whether you’ve never seen it or you’re long overdue for a rewatch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    143. The O.C. vs One Tree Hill

    20/04/2026 | 1h
    This week Kelli is joined by her fiancée as they go head-to-head over the ultimate early 2000s debate: The O.C. vs. One Tree Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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About Nostalgia & Now

Nostalgia and Now is your go-to podcast for reality TV throwbacks and pop culture conversations. Hosted by Kelli Williams, the show dives into iconic moments from the 90s and 2000s alongside today’s biggest headlines. Think brunch with friends who know way too much about reality TV and pop culture, complete with laughs, hot takes, and a little unqualified advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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