After School Special Podcast

Ever wondered why the youth camp outside stores, braving the elements just to get their hands on the new Air Jordans? Or why people, even on tight budgets, lust after those designer shoes? Join us as we take you on a...

Aaron’s Back! Maybe? 🤷‍♂️ Aaron returns from "cult training" just in time to dive into a chaotic mix of 90s nostalgia, hilarious hypotheticals, and deep reflections. From robot apocalypses to the evolution of body...

Have you ever wondered what could happen if artificial intelligence (AI) was given the entire history of Earth? Would it seek to modify us, enhance us, or perhaps even eradicate us? Dive headfirst with us into this...

Ever felt the thrill of sneaking an extra episode of a shared show without your significant other knowing? That's what we're confessing to in this episode as we explore the dark side of streaming services. We share our...

Ever wonder how a sitcom from the '90s could have a lasting impact on pop culture and open doors for other black comedy shows? Get ready as we stroll down memory lane and dissect the influential Wayans Brothers Show...

Strap in as we take you on an exhilarating ride through the highs and lows of Dave Chappelle's comedic journey. We pull back the curtain on the crushing weight of expectation that descended upon him after a brazenly...

Remember the first time you watched Chappelle's Show and felt the seismic shift in the comedy landscape? We're taking you back to that moment, retracing the footprints of Dave Chappelle's distinctive humor that etched...

Are you ready for a nostalgia-filled journey? Fasten your seatbelts as we take a trip back in time to the 90s, unearthing the origins and exploring the impact of the beloved kids' sketch comedy show "All That". Brought...

Get ready for a deep dive into a forgotten element of your childhood – the DARE program. Remember the workbook, the lessons, and that profound promise to stay off drugs? We do too, and let’s just say; we were more into...

Ever wondered why the 90's sitcom, Martin, was a game-changer and how it carved out a fresh perspective of black culture on television? Get ready to unravel these mysteries as we journey through the comedic brilliance...

Ever thought about the correlation between sports and pop culture? Well, tune in as we explore this exciting intersection, with a trip down the memory-lane to our unforgettable Super Bowl moments. We kick off with a...

Are you ready for a thrilling journey back to the 80s? Hold onto your hats as we rewind time and revisit the animated show 'Inhumanoids,' a unique series that dared to place villains at the helm. Unearth the fascinating...

Are JNCO Jeans making a comeback? This week, Aaron goes solo to take a deep dive into the history of JNCO, the 90s fashion trend that defined a generation. From the skateboarding culture of Los Angeles to the global...

What's that smell? It's enchiladas, questionable 80s business decisions, and pure Midwest nostalgia. In this episode, the guys track the chaotic history of Chi-Chi's—the dominant suburban Mexican restaurant chain that...

What really led to the sudden bankruptcy of the 90s indoor playground giant, Discovery Zone? Dispel the myths and journey with us through the intriguing rise and fall of this childhood wonderland. Be prepared to have...