History of the 90s
On History of the 90’s we travel back in time through the stories that defined a decade. The last 10 years of the 20th century was a time like no other, from Columbine to Ruth Bader Ginsburg to Seinfeld, Air Jordan, and the Spice Girls …if it happened in the 90’s you’ll hear about it on this podcast. Join Kathy Kenzora as we journey through the History of the 90's every other Wednesday.
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 38 minutes
- Episodes
- 166
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Vanilla Ice Revisited I 143
This year marks 35 years since Vanilla Ice released a song that, whether you like or not, had a huge impact on rap music
To mark the occasion we are revisiting an episode of History of the 90s that d…
00:32:29 |
Wed 03 Sep 2025
Cod Moratorium I 142
In July 1992 the Canadian government banned cod fishing along Newfoundland’s east coast in an effort to help restore cod stocks that had been depleted due to overfishing.
The moratorium was supposed…
00:31:45 |
Wed 20 Aug 2025
Oasis vs Blur I 141
This year marks 30 years since two of Britpop’s biggest bands went head to head in a chart battle that gripped the UK, reinvigorated the music scene and defined an era.
In this episode of History of…
00:31:46 |
Wed 06 Aug 2025
The Toronto Raptors - Part 2 I 140
This year marks 30 years since Toronto’s NBA team played its first
game. Since then it has built a loyal fan base, helped grow the sport in Canada and influence a generation of players. Along the w…
00:33:03 |
Wed 23 Jul 2025
The Toronto Raptors - Part 1 I 139
This year marks 30 years since Toronto’s NBA team played its first
game. Since then it has built a loyal fan base, helped grow the sport in Canada and influence a generation of players. Along the w…
00:31:15 |
Wed 09 Jul 2025
Clueless | 138
In this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora will give you the 4-1-1 on how a teen movie with a modest budget adapted from a 200 year old book became a cultural juggernaut that continues …
00:35:37 |
Wed 25 Jun 2025
Jann Arden | 137
In this episode of History of the 90s host Kathy Kenzora is joined by singer/songwriter Jann Arden as they discuss her journey from busker to Canadian icon.
Show Contact Info:
Instagram: @th…
00:27:32 |
Wed 11 Jun 2025
American Girl Dolls | 136
During the 1990s a doll that taught kids about American History became a major force within the crowded toy market. The 18 inch historically accurate dolls were expensive and only available by mail o…
00:27:05 |
Wed 28 May 2025
The Zapatista Uprising | 135
On January 1, 1994, masked indigenous rebels burst from the
rainforest in Chiapas, Mexico to launch an uprising that was years in the
making.
The Zapatista Army declared war on the Mexican Governm…
00:37:50 |
Wed 14 May 2025
Introducing... A Most Audacious Heist - The Only Way Is Up | 02
Hey, it's Kathy and I wanted to give you a little teaser for another great podcast that you can now binge in full! Check out A Most Audacious Heist wherever you podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/heist
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00:42:40 |
Wed 30 Apr 2025
The WB & The Teen Drama - Part 2 | 134
When The WB found success with the teen drama's 7th Heaven and Buffy the Vampire Slayer the fledgling new network decided to fully embrace the genre. On this episode we continue our look back at som…
00:42:52 |
Wed 16 Apr 2025
The WB & The Teen Drama - Part 1 | 133
When The WB launched in January 1995 it's initial block of programming focused on comedy with four new sitcoms including The Wayans Brothers. But it wasn't comedy that would come to define the short…
00:31:11 |
Wed 02 Apr 2025
Kurt Browning | 132
Canada's Kurt Browning made history at the 1988 World Figure Skating Championships when he became the first person to successfully land a quadruple jump in competition.
He went on to dominate men's f…
00:43:16 |
Wed 19 Mar 2025
Tupac Shakur | 131
When Tupac Shakur was gunned down in September 1996 it ended his short but monumental career as a rapper and actor. But his death did not stop his popularity and influence from continuing to grow.
In…
00:50:03 |
Wed 05 Mar 2025
Nelson Mandela and Apartheid Revisited
This year marks 35 years since Nelson Mandela was released from prison and apartheid was dismantled in South Africa.
To mark the anniversary we are revisiting an episode that looks at some of aspects…
00:39:16 |
Wed 19 Feb 2025
Introducing: A Most Audacious Heist - Shoot For The Moon | 01
It’s a summer night in 1998. Vienna, Austria. And petty thief Daniel Blanchard is about to carry out the heist of a lifetime. Stealing a crown jewel. The last remaining diamond Sisi Star.
His plan? A…
00:35:49 |
Wed 12 Feb 2025
LGBTQ+ Representation on TV in the '90s| 130
During the 1990s TV’s approach to LGBTQ+ characters underwent a dramatic transformation.
Groundbreaking storylines on numerous shows including My So Called Life, Roseanne, Ellen and Will and Grace pl…
00:40:05 |
Wed 05 Feb 2025
Tennis Rivalries in the 90s | 129
Tennis in the 1990s was dominated by several young and talented players who helped usher in a new era on both the men’s and women’s tours.
In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the fl…
00:40:08 |
Wed 22 Jan 2025
The Top 10 Stories of 1995 | 128
There are some years when it seems like the world has gone a bit mad and 1995 was one of those years. Deadly terrorist attacks in the US and Japan shocked the world, while an assassination in Israel …
00:53:29 |
Wed 08 Jan 2025
Haunted Canada | Krampus
The holiday season is upon us and one questions is always present.
Have you been naughty or nice? Depending on your answer you'll either be rewarded or you'll find a much more frightening fate will b…
00:18:40 |
Wed 25 Dec 2024
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