Many of you requested Zach come on to break down the voice note heard around the world, and today is your lucky day! Not only will we be discussing Britney's message to the world in psychotic detail, but we'll also give our thoughts on the new "Girls Next Level" podcast featuring Holly Madison and Bridget Marquardt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 02, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 244
This week we're welcoming a new and very exciting guest! Troy is joined by YouTube creator, Matt Baume, who specializes in the study of queerness in popular television shows from the past. Troy and Matt discuss the shining examples of how gay characters should be handled (The Nanny, Golden Girls, etc) and the not-so-great examples (we're looking at you, Friends). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 12, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 243
With SO much going on in the Britney-verse it only feels right that we have an emergency chit chat just between us girls. Troy is joined by his his pseudo-cohost, Zach Patton Garcia, for a cathartic purging of emotions and thoughts about everything Britney. They'll spend the hour combing through all of the recent events, the instagram posts, and the conspiracy theories surrounding Miss American Dream. Visit athleticgreens.com/DUNZO for your FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5...
Jul 29, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 242
It's been far too long since we've had a Real Housewives conversation, which can only mean one thing... Ky from The Real Housewives Orders is back! This time Troy and Ky are sinking their teeth into this season of Ultimate Girls Trip aka Clue at Blue Stone Manor. Visit athleticgreens.com/DUNZO for your FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 22, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 241
Consider this week's episode a millennial wet dream! Troy is joined by his dear pal, Jesse Chambliss, for a truly nostalgic look back at some of the most iconic music programming from both MTV and VH1. They'll spend the hour breaking down the shows that helped shape us and how they compared between networks. We're talking Pop Up Video, MTV Diary, VH1 Divas Live and MUCH more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 08, 2022•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 240
Good morning, Angels! This week Troy gets to live out one of his tween fantasies, which is to talk really intensely about the 2000 remake of Charlie's Angels for an hour. Cian Sullivan from Sissy That Pod is here and they discuss everything from the insane amount of (sometimes problematic) costumes to the hugely popular "wire-fu" fighting style featured in the film. They also break down how this movie holds up through a 2022 lens and why the chemistry between the three leads works so well. Oh, a...
Jul 01, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 239
Remember that time in 2007 when MTV decided it would be a good idea to film the VMA's in Las Vegas and have all the performances take place in dimly lit hotel rooms while everyone was so wasted they would barely strand? Today Troy is joined by new friend of the pod, Jacob Frazier, for a revisit of the 2007 VMA's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 24, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 238
In this throwback of an early full episode, Troy analyzes the early stages of Paris Hilton's career, and the takes a look inside the brain of the man who made her a star. He also tells the story of how Aaron Carter ended his brother Nick's toxic relationship with Hilton. Editorial note: To access all early episodes of The Smush Room, now DUNZO!, visit the Patreon for the Solid Listen Network. This episode brought to you by That's It - head over to thatsitfruit.com/dunzo and use code DUNZO to get...
Jun 17, 2022•44 min•Ep. 237
The time has come for us to break down one of your most highly requested albums...This week Troy is joined by a true friend of the pod, Kirbie Johnson, for a very fun revisit of Miley Cyrus's 2013 juggernaut, Bangerz. Not only will they break down each track but they'll also discuss just how intensely "Indie sleaze" the entire album cycle feels, and the impact it had on Tumblr culture. The episode obviously opens with Troy and Kirbie talking about Britney's WEDDING! (This was recorded before the...
Jun 10, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 236
This week Troy is joined by new friend of the pod, Olivia Broussard, for a very deep and insightful conversation about Kim Kardashian (or Kim 2.0 as we lovingly refer to her). They spend the hour discussing the impact Kanye West has had on, not only Kim's career, but the entire family. They also try and get to the bottom of who exactly Kim Kardashian is when not acting as a muse for other people. Head over to thatsitfruit.com/dunzo and use code: DUNZO to get 20% off your order. Go to CreditKarma...
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 235
Troy is feeling under the weather this week, so he wanted to bring you a special treat from the archives: the infamous Mandy Moore and Ryan Adams episode in full from early 2019! In light of the recent New York Times profile on Ryan Adams and the investigation surrounding claims of sexual misconduct, Troy takes a look back on his 7 year marriage to Smush Room Princess, Mandy Moore. He breaks down everything from their no-frills courthouse marriage in the South to Ryan’s very public fall from gra...
May 27, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 234
This episode is long overdue and a single hour wouldn't even begin to cover it all, but you have to start somewhere! Troy is joined by new friend of the pod, Mykel Montana, for a much-needed conversation about Miss "vocal Bible" herself...Brandy Norwood. They discuss everything from Moesha to the insane impact of her Full Moon album and how it changed the music industry forever. They also spend time revisiting her short lived reality show, her relationship with Whitney and SO MUCH MORE! Head ove...
May 20, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 233
To say this week's episode is special would be an understatement considering every moment of the topic is burned in the minds of every Britney Spears fan. We are lucky to have Michael Cadoch from the Planet 2000s podcast back to break down every iconic moment of Britney Spears Live and More, the Waikiki special from 2001. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 232
This episode needs absolutely no introduction but deserves all the pomp and circumstance. As you may or may not know, Troy met one of his idols this past weekend and he lived to tell. Over the next hour we'll discuss what it was like to come face to face with the raven haired, earth goddess, Neve Campbell! We'll also discuss "final girl" culture, Neve's incredible career and what makes Sidney Prescott such a gay icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 06, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 231
Many of you have requested an episode of Troy's Britney favorites / recommendations and today you're getting it! For the next hour Troy will go down his list of favorite albums, eras, red carpet looks, performances, etc...with extreme detail and tons of passion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29, 2022•56 min•Ep. 230
This weeks episode will definitely make you feel like a punk rock chick who likes to get angry and break stuff on stage, because there's nothing else better to do when you're a small town girl from Nappanee. Troy is joined by host of Last Week On and Into You podcasts, Adam Straughan, for a lengthy discussion about Avril Lavigne's debut album, Let Go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 229
As promised, get ready for part 2 of Troy and and Zach's very passionate conversation about The View! They start this weeks episode by diving head first into the iconic Rosie O'Donnell years and the impact she had on the show (buckle up). They also revisit more of the show's pop culture defining moments like Elizabeth vs Rosie, Sherri Shepherd voting for the first time, and many more. They close the episode by discussing the eventual retirement of Barbara Walters and how she was treated on her w...
Apr 15, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 228
You could definitely say today's episode is a personal milestone. Troy is joined by family of the pod, Zach Patton-Garcia, for a deep dive so intense it needed two parts. Zach and Troy will spend the next two hours discussing a show they both love in an unhealthy way: The View! Not only do they take a look back at some of the shows most legendary moments, they also discuss each iconic cohost and their at the table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 08, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 227
It's been way too long since we had one of our classic kitchen table conversations (seven months to be exact!) This week Troy is answering your questions and discussing everything interesting happening right now in pop culture. This episode brought to you by Best Fiends - download FREE in the Google Play store or from Apple Apps today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 18, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 226
This week we're welcoming back Claire and Ashley from the Celebrity Memoir Book Club podcast to discuss a woman very special in the DUNZO! universe (some would even consider her DUNZO! royalty). We'll spend the next hour giving our thoughts and on the Hulu series, Pam & Tommy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 04, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 225
We're doing something a bit different this week and you're guaranteed to love it if you you're a Real Housewives fan! Ky from @TheRealHousewivesOrders and Dunzo are going full Captain Planet and combining our forces (We're basically doing something similar to that fantasy football thing the straights do). We'll spend the next 2 hours deciding who is the best and worst food / drink orderer from EACH franchise. This episode brought to you by Best Fiends - download FREE in the Google Play store or ...
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 224
This week's episode required the big guns, which is why were joined by family of the pod, Dara Sussman. Will spend the next two hours trying to get to the bottom of why Nicole Richie's impact on pop culture in the early 2000s seems to have been forgotten. We discuss everything from her insane up bringing to the differences between each season of The Simple Life. We also spend time examining Nicole's very intentional rebrand during season 3 and how she went from LA trash to BoHo princess with the...
Feb 11, 2022•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 223
This week's episode will make you want to blow the dust off of your portable DVD player. Michael Doshier is back and we're breaking down the only film that matters from 2002, Crossroads! This episode brought to you by Best Fiends - download FREE in the Google Play store or from Apple Apps today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 04, 2022•2 hr 18 min•Ep. 222
After several weeks of insanity we’re finally having a Jamie Lynn conversation. Troy is joined by Julie Theis, who you may also know as PsychAdvice on TikTok. We discuss everything from the parentification of Britney as a child to the infantilization of Jamie Lynn. This episode brought to you by Best Fiends - download FREE in the Google Play store or from Apple Apps today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 28, 2022•57 min•Ep. 221
I hope you didn't think we were going to just gloss over the fact that the 5th installment of the greatest horror franchise ever just dropped! Jay Reyna is back and we're having a very deep discussion about Scream. This is an extremely spoiler-heavy episode -- you've been warned! Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 21, 2022•2 hr 15 min•Ep. 220
It's been far too long since we've sat across from each other at a kitchen table and really discussed miss Stefani Germanotta, so we're doing just that! After many requests, Troy and dear friend of the pod, Russ Martin, are paying respects to Lady Gaga's 2009 masterpiece, The Fame Monster. Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 14, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 219
After a little holiday hiatus, Troy is back and you're in for a very special treat. This week we're diving headfirst into the 2003 VMA's with friend of the pod, Zach Patton-Garcia. Not only will we be discussing the infamous kiss but we'll break down all the stuff you don't remember that happened right after. Download Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 07, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 218
It took way too long to get here but we're finally giving Rihanna the respect she deserves here on Dunzo podcast., This week Troy is joined by DJ Louie XIV from the Pop Pantheon podcast for a track by track breakdown of Riri's 2016 masterpiece, Anti. Go to StoryWorth.com/dunzo and save $10 on your first purchase! Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play today. That’s FRIENDS without the R – Best Fiends! Visit BetterHelp.com/dunzo for 10% off your first month Learn more abo...
Dec 10, 2021•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 217
It's been way too long since we've discussed our favorite topic, which is Hollywood "it girls" and the pitfalls that come with being America's favorite play toy of the moment. This week Troy is joined by new friend of the pod, Keara Sullivan, for a lengthy discussion about some prominent women in Hollywood and the interesting ways in which they've decided to navigate their careers. Check out BetterHelp.com/dunzo for 10% off your first month. Download Best Fiends today from Apple Apps or the Goog...
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 216
This week’s episode can only be described as a milestone. Troy is joined by Lisa from the Eat, Pray, Britney podcast For an extremely important revisit of Baby One More Time. Check out BetterHelp.com/dunzo for 10% off your first month. Head over to Smile Brilliant and use code DUNZO for an exclusive discount. Download Best Fiends today from Apple Apps or the Google Play store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 19, 2021•2 hr 10 min•Ep. 215