REWIND: The Podcast
Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
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Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
This week on REWIND: WITH THE SUMMER ENTERING IT’S FINAL WEEKS, RAVEN & BLAKE HAVE TAKEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE A LITTLE SUMMER VACAY THEMSELVES!! The REWIND gang has been at the beach for the last week and today, instead of a brand new episode, we are throwing it back to the episode that STARTED IT ALL, our very first episode. Whether you’ve discovered REWIND recently or have been hardcore since the beginning, you can re-live our first episode where Blake & Raven discuss their TOP 3 pop culture moments from growing up. Was it when Lauren didn’t go to Paris? Was it when Taylor Hicks won American Idol? Was it when Mary-Kate & Ashley released Holiday In The Sun? Was it when Janet Jackson gave us a “surprise” at the Super Bowl?? You’ll have to listen o find out!! Re-live the very first episode with all of its awkwardness, bad camera angles, but pure chemistry from the start!! Take some time to rest this week, because we’ve got A LOT to cover next week. 😉
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:01) FIRST THOUGHTS: A SUMMER BREAK ANNOUNCEMENT
(0:27) REWIND REVISITS OUR TOP 3 POP CULTURE MOMENTS
(50:03) FINAL THOUGHTS
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
Wednesday Aug 13, 2025
Wednesday Aug 13, 2025
This week on REWIND: HEY BEACHES!! Blake and Raven are at the beach but before we hop in the ocean, we’ve got some hot topics to cover!! First things first, we dish out on this “I’m In Love With My Therapist” TikTok drama, and why can Blake relate!? Then, we get political with our views on Trump defunding NASA and The Texas Democrat Walkout. After, we slide into our pop culture bag to discuss if the Beckham’s are BEEFING, review the long-awaited FREAKIER FRIDAY, and see if Weapons is worth the watch….along with Blake calling security on seven-year-olds. WHAT!? Finally, Raven has a surprise for the birthday boy. Buckle up. We’ve got a beachin’ great episode for y’all!! 🎈
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:10) RAVEN & THE NO GOOD, VERY BAD FIRST THOUGHTS
(4:49) I THINK I’M IN LOVE WITH MY THERAPIST
(14:49) DONALD TRUMP IS DEFUNDING NASA
(19:53) THE TEXAS WALKOUT
(27:31) ARE THE BECKHAM’S BEEFING?! [FAMILY DYNAMICS]
(39:34) IS FREAKIER FRIDAY A GOOD REMAKE!? [***WARNING: SPOILERS***]
(47:42) IS WEAPONS WORTH SEEING?!
(49:36) THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY IS FINALLY GETTING BETTER!!
(54:45) FINAL THOUGHTS & A BIRTHDAY SURPRISE!!
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
Wednesday Aug 06, 2025
Wednesday Aug 06, 2025
This week on REWIND: BACK TO SCHOOL is haunting the stores but we are still in our summer bag. Is Sydney Sweeney a Republican? Did West from Summer House sell out for his new pod? Why do we wanna ry when we see Lindsay Lohan? What are America’s BIG 4 cities? And which pop girlie had the best release last week? It’s all here on REWIND!!
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:10) SICKLY FIRST THOUGHTS
(1:22) AN UPDATE ON THE JANA/KENNY BREAK-UP
(15:14) IS WEST “SELLING OUT” FOR A NEW POD?
(18:18) IS SYDNEY SWEENEY A REPUBLICAN??
(23:33) AMERICA’S “BIG 4” CITIES
(30:26) JVN IS CATCHING STRAYS
(37:05) LINDSAY LOHAN’S AMAZING PRESS TOUR
(40:06 REVIEWING THE POP GIRLIES [RENEE RAPP, DEMI LOVATO, & CHAPPELL ROAN]
(52:03) TV TIME [THE HUNTING WIVES, BIG BROTHER, & THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY]
(1:04:45) FINAL THOUGHTS FROM THE BIRTHDAY BEACHES!!
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
This week on REWIND: Harry Styles is getting real cheeky with his new Pleasing line—and it is pleasing for sure. Over in Love Island land, JaNa and Kenny’s breakup is OUT OF NOWHERE and messier than expected, and Cierra won’t log off. Should Ghislaine Maxwell actually be pardoned? (We said what we said.) We get into a BIG DISCUSSION on Maverick City Music, their philosophy after one of the founder’s controversial interviews, and discuss how “music business” faith-based music needs to be. Beyoncé reunited Destiny’s Child for the last stop of the Cowboy Carter Tour and now REWIND is (jokingly) beefing with BEY!! Sydney Sweeney’s jean are blue, and her American Eagle campaign is giving flop. Does Fantastic Four leaves us ON FIRE or lukewarm? Finally, The Summer I Turned Pretty is testing our patience, and we figured out why. Pop culture is spiraling and we’re here to unpack it all—hilariously, chaotically, and a little loud & wrong.
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:10) “PLEASING” FIRST THOUGHTS
(4:21) LOVE ISLAND SEASON 6 DRAMA, CIERRA SPEAKS OUT & BUNNY TRAILS(22:48) MAVERICK CITY MUSIC, THE FAITH-BASED MUSIC INDUSTRY, & MAKING MONEY??
(49:54) SHOULD GHISLAINE MAXWELL BE PARDONED!?
(52:35) WE ARE OFFICIALLY MAD AT BEYONCÉ JAZELLE KNOWLES CARTER [DESTINY’S CHILD SURPRISE]
(55:15) SYDNEY SWEENEY HAS GOOD “GENES”
(59:57) PAY THE FRIGGIN’ TEACHERS OR LEAVE THEM ALONE
(1:04:28) IS FANTASTIC FOUR…FANTASTIC??
(1:07:29) IS THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY GETTING BETTER?
(1:10:17) FINAL THOUGHTS
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To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVVnhe6Es3kFxV18W2oLrur6m3c7Lwl6-
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
This week on REWIND: The Podcast, Raven and Blake are back and coming in hot with a jam-packed episode full of chaos, conspiracies, and Coldplay-level heartbreak. We start with heartfelt condolences as we say farewell this side of Heaven to our favorite Cosby son and legendary rocker. Then, some unhinged spiritual speculation - has Ozzy Osbourne been reincarnated? And is Trisha Paytas quietly assembling a reincarnation roster of prominent figures? We’re asking the questions no one else will. Afterwards, it’s onto one of the wildest relationship stories of the year: why you should never take your sidepiece to a Coldplay concert (especially when your main one’s gonna see it on TikTok). We dig into the Nicolandria fallout, Cierra’s social media spiral, and the Keke Palmer podcast full of wisdom, cause Keke. We also clock Megan Thee Stallion’s soft-launch of her new man and give our honest review of I Know What You Did Last Summer. Plus, Raven shares the highs (and hilarious surprise) of her family reunion, and we dive deep into the dark drama of Eddington—and spoiler alert: it’s not for the faint of heart. Finally, we ask the burning question: is The Summer I Turned Pretty turning into a flop? Get into it!
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:10) FIRST THOUGHTS & CONDOLENCES
(3:00) OZZY GETS HIS ROBE (OR REINCARNATED???)
(4:25) IS TRISH PAYTAS RECYCLING PROMINENT FIGURES??
(10:39) DON’T TAKE YOUR SIDEPIECE TO A COLDPLAY CONCERT
(24:45) NICOLANDRIA DRAMA, CIERRA’S SOCIAL MEDIA CRASH-OUT, & KEKE PALMER GIVES THE REAL TEA
(42:53) MEGAN THEE STALLION GOT A MAN
(44:14) I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER REVIEW & RAVEN’S FAMILY REUNION
(51:18) EDDINGTON AIN’T FOR THE WEAK [***WARNING: SPOILERS***]
(01:01:38) IS THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY DISAPPOINTING??
(01:06:21) FINAL THOUGHTS
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To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVVnhe6Es3kFxV18W2oLrur6m3c7Lwl6-
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
Wednesday Jul 16, 2025
Wednesday Jul 16, 2025
This week on REWIND: The Podcast, the group chat is on fire. Trump’s wild Epstein list claim has us rolling our eyes, while Gabe gives us every juicy detail from seeing Beyoncé in ATL (SPOILER: GABE DID NOT STEAL THOSE FILES). Paige DeSorbo might’ve found herself a new man as Summer House filming kicks off without her, and Drake’s LeBron tattoo suddenly vanishing for another NBA player has us raising eyebrows. We break down the new Justin Bieber era (TRASH or SMASH?), the internet drama over whether the new Superman movie is “too woke,” and scream over the Love Island winners. On our FYPs this week? The Gen Z stare, Labubus, and more pure chaos. It’s another week of juice here on REWIND.
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:10) FIRST THOUGHTS & THE NO GOOD, TERRIBLE, VERY BAD DAY
(0:53) APPARENTLY THE EPSTEIN LIST NEVER EXISTED
(8:26) PRODUCER GABE GOT A TICKET TO BEYONCÉ IN ATL [DID HE STEAL THE FILES?]
(15:22) DOES THE NEW BIEBER ALBUM ACTUALLY HAVE “SWAG”??
(23:04) IS SUPERMAN “WOKE” NOW!?!?!?!?
(26:53) THE SUN HAS SET ON “LOVE ISLAND” [***WARNING: SPOILERS***]
(36:41) WHAT’S ON YOUR FYP?: PAIGE DESORBO’S NEW MAN?
(41:41) WHAT’S ON YOUR FYP?: NEW TATTOO, WHO DIS [DRAKE & LEBRON]?
(48:00) WHAT’S ON YOUR FYP?: WHAT IS THE GEN Z STARE?
(49:52) WHAT’S ON YOUR FYP?: THE RISE OF THE [DEMONC??] LABUBU
(52:24) FINAL THOUGHTS
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To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVVnhe6Es3kFxV18W2oLrur6m3c7Lwl6-
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
Wednesday Jul 09, 2025
Wednesday Jul 09, 2025
This week’s episode is a full ride—from heavy to hilarious. We open with a moment of reflection on the devastating flooding in Central Texas and the real-life implications of the Big, Beautiful Bill. Then, things take a turn as Blake returns from his solo L.A. getaway with a story that will live rent-free in his mind and yours. We head east to Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour stop, where the queen delivered a show so good it almost made Raven sick (literally). Then it’s drama, secrets, and island heat as we react to the wild twists in We Were Liars and the latest mess on Love Island. Stream it loud, fam—it’s a good one. 💅🏾✨
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:10) FIRST THOUGHTS
(3:09) OUR HEARTS ARE WITH TEXAS
(15:38) BLAKE’S LA VACAY & THE BARBARA JEAN STORY
(26:22) IS DATING TIRED IN 2025?
(32:09) RAVEN GOES TO THE COWBOY CARTER TOUR
(46:36) NICKI MINAJ CATCHES STRAYS WITH MEG THEE STALLION’S (ALLEGEDLY) HEADLINES
(53:17) QUICK UPDATE ON DIDDY’S TRIAL
(55:10) WE WERE LIARS & THAT TWIST [***WARNING: SPOILERS***]
(01:04:13) LOVE ISLAND - JUST WHEN YOU THOUGHT IT COULDN’T GET CRAZIER [***WARNING: SPOILERS***]
(01:13:57) FINAL THOUGHTS
Follow Blake: @blakerackley
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To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVVnhe6Es3kFxV18W2oLrur6m3c7Lwl6-
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
Wednesday Jul 02, 2025
Wednesday Jul 02, 2025
While Blake soaks up the sun in L.A., the summer radio continues to play. Before Blake headed to the west coast, the gang turned up the heat in the studio with a fiery debate: What is the ultimate Song of the Summer for each decade? From 90s classics to early 2000s bangers, 2010s anthems, and the still-forming 2020s playlist, we’re fighting (with love) to crown the top track of each era. Expect nostalgia, shade, and some hot takes as we try to do the impossible. Grab your sunnies—this one’s sizzling.
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:10) FIRST THOUGHTS
(1:13) LET’S PICK THE ULTIMATE SUMMER JAMS
(2:20) THE ULTIMATE 90’S SUMMER JAMS
(16:23) THE ULTIMATE 00’S SUMMER JAMS
(28:49) THE ULTIMATE 10’S SUMMER JAMS
(35:52) THE ULTIMATE 20’S SUMMER JAMS
(40:24) FINAL THOUGHTS: SONG OF THE SUMMER 2025?
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REWIND'S ULTIMATE SUMMER PLAYLIST
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APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/rewinds-ultimate-summer-playlist/pl.u-WabZp5ZhEVpVla
To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVVnhe6Es3kFxV18W2oLrur6m3c7Lwl6-
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
BUS!! CLUB!! OTHER CLUB!! OTHER CLUB!! NO SLEEP!! That’s what the headlines felt like last week. Between viral moments we liked to see involving Love Island drama, Jonathan Bailey’s precious little glasses, and WNBA brawls…we were also greeted with some rockier newsworthy moments such as Trump assisting in bombing Iranian nuclear plants, Drake & Morgan Wallen teaming up, and the allegations that have recently come out against Tyler Perry. Getting on a news app made our heads spin this week. Luckily, we saved YOU the headache and talked about all of these topics this week, here on REWIND: The Podcast. Whether you need the political tea, the Hollywood tea, or just want to put your headphones in for some alone time, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED!! It’s all here on this brand new episode of REWIND.
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:10) FIRST THOUGHTS
(1:55) TRUMP, IRAN, & INTERVIEWS WITH NO TIE
(10:00) THE ALLEGATIONS OF TYLER PERRY
(17:19) B SIMONE & FINANCIALLY HELPING YOUR FRIENDS
(33:02) WHY DOES BEYONCÉ HATE US OVER HERE??
(38:43) CAITLIN CLARK, SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM, & WHY BLAKE LOVES THE WNBA NOW
(43:18) KEEPING UP WITH LOVE ISLAND
(52:55) DRAKE & MORGAN WALLEN ARE BESTIES??
(56:35) WE WERE LIARS
(1:01:43) JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTH REVIEW
(1:05:16) FINAL THOUGHTS
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To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVVnhe6Es3kFxV18W2oLrur6m3c7Lwl6-
Follow Blake-
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
WE’VE GOT A POCKET, GOT POCKET FULL OF SUNSHINE!! Fresh off seeing the diva Natasha Bedingfield herself, the REWIND crew (Just Blake) is one drink deep and feeling silly. We go from screaming at one another to heartfelt, raw discussion about dating, marriage, life, and more on this brand new episode. First things first, we discuss the NO KINGS PROTESTS that happened last weekend, the same day as Trump’s military parade. Then, we go in all the way on the BET Awards. When it comes to the awards show, are we so back!? Or was it just a good year? Then we discuss the ridiculous controversy behind Sabrina Carpenter’s new album cover, giggle over Carnival Tyler, wonder why Doja Cat was jumping around with a fan she hated, with some stories in between. Next, we discuss the controversial interview between Nene Leakes & TS Madison that had audiences everywhere commenting, which opens up REWIND: The Podcast for a raw and unfiltered conversation on trans visibility, language, and more. Finally, we discuss the new Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, Chris Evans movie - MATERIALISTS, directed by Celine Song. Is it ‘Broke Boy Propaganda’ as the kids are saying?? Or is it a lens into a deeper societal issue. We are ready to get deep and Kiki all at once, so dive in with us.
⏰TIME CODES⏰
(0:10) FIRST THOUGHTS: UNWRITTEN
(4:06) NO KINGS PROTEST/MILITARY PARADE
(12:39) ALL THINGS BET AWARDS
(27:50) SABRINA CARPENTER CAN DO WHATEVER SHE WANTS
(32:34) CARNIVAL TYLER
(34:17) DOJA CAT vs THE FANS???
(39:51) NENE LEAKES & TS MADISON - A DISCUSSION ON TRANS IDENTITY
(56:14) LIVING IN A MATERIAL WORLD: MATERIALISTS MOVIE REVIEW [***WARNING: SPOILERS***]
(1:14:25) FINAL THOUGHTS
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ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today’s most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they’re revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.