Est. in the 90s

Dante Basco on Avatar: Airbender, Hook, Robin Williams , Steven Spielberg and more

"Hello, Zuko here!" Get ready for a legendary trip back to the best decade ever as we welcome the man, the myth, the legend himself, Dante Basco! In this can't-miss episode of est. in the 90s, Dante drops one incredible story after another, taking us behind the scenes of some of the most iconic films and shows of a generation. Dante dives deep into his role as Prince Zuko in the legendary series Avatar: The Last Airbender. He discusses Zuko's phenomenal redemption arc, the show's massive resurgence on Netflix, and shares an epic, tone-setting story about working alongside the iconic Mark Hamill (Fire Lord Ozai). Then, we go back to Neverland as Dante reveals the unbelievable stories from the set of Steven Spielberg's Hook. Find out how a 15-year-old Dante was cast as the unforgettable Rufio without even reading his lines for Spielberg, what it was like being mentored and challenged by a "method" Dustin Hoffman, and hear a truly moving, personal story about his friendship with the magical Robin Williams that you won't hear anywhere else. Tune in to hear Dante also discuss: The hilarious, improvised origin of his famous line in A Goofy Movie (shout-out to Jodeci!). Wild stories from 90s Hollywood clubs, including dance battles with A-listers and a memorable encounter with Jennifer Love Hewitt. The epic "90s Hip Hop Gauntlet" where he crowns the ultimate group of the decade, from NWA to A Tribe Called Quest. His thoughts on 90s fashion, movies, and what he misses most about the pre-internet era. Join us for an episode packed with laughter, nostalgia, and unbelievable tales from a true 90s icon. Bangarang! 0:00 Intro and Welcome 0:37 Setting Up the 90s Vibe 1:05 Early Voice Acting Career and A Goofy Movie 6:19 From Disney to Avatar: The Last Airbender 15:32 Working with Mark Hamill 24:57 Hook Audition Story with Steven Spielberg 26:44 Working with Dustin Hoffman and Robin Williams 53:15 Residuals Lottery and Hollywood Stories 57:40 90s Hip Hop Gauntlet 1:24:45 90s Nostalgia: Lunch Boxes and Fashion 1:29:32 Missing the Pre-Technology Era Welcome to Established in the 90s, the podcast where nostalgia meets real talk. We’re diving deep into everything that made the #90s unforgettable — from #retrovideogames and #90scartoons to #90sfashion, #90skid culture, and those late-night #collectcalls you still kinda remember. Every episode brings you throwback energy with guests who lived it — actors, athletes, creators, and icons who helped shape the era. Whether we’re breaking down #90srap, ranking #90ssnacks, or arguing over the greatest #90stvshows, it’s all about the memories that raised us. If you collected pogs, wore starter jackets, or rewound VHS tapes with a pencil, you’re one of us. Subscribe, relive it, and stay Established in the 90s. #90spodcast #90skids #nostalgia #popculture #retrotech #90sculture #establishedinthe90s #nickelodeon #blockbuster #90sbaby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Omri Katz: Hocus Pocus, Eerie, Indiana, and Hollywood in the '90s

Join us on "Est in the '90s" as we go back to the golden era of film and television with special guest Omri Katz, the star of Hocus Pocus and Eerie, Indiana. In this episode, Omri shares a ton of incredible behind-the-scenes stories, including how he landed the iconic role of Max Dennison and the surprising competition he faced for the part. We dive into his experiences working with legendary actors like Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, and what it was like to be a child actor surrounded by so many adults on set. Omri also talks about his time on Dallas, his love for the '90s grunge and metal scene, and his current ventures, including his annual Hocus Pocus event in Salem. From his memories of the late Gary Marshall to his favorite episodes of Eerie, Indiana, this conversation is a trip down memory lane you won't want to miss. Plus, we'll get a pitch for Hocus Pocus 3 and hear what it was really like to be a "rebellious" '90s kid in Hollywood. This episode contains some mature language and themes. Welcome to Established in the 90s, the podcast where nostalgia meets real talk. We’re diving deep into everything that made the #90s unforgettable — from #retrovideogames and #90scartoons to #90sfashion, #90skid culture, and those late-night #collectcalls you still kinda remember. Every episode brings you throwback energy with guests who lived it — actors, athletes, creators, and icons who helped shape the era. Whether we’re breaking down #90srap, ranking #90ssnacks, or arguing over the greatest #90stvshows, it’s all about the memories that raised us. If you collected pogs, wore starter jackets, or rewound VHS tapes with a pencil, you’re one of us. Subscribe, relive it, and stay Established in the 90s. #90spodcast #90skids #nostalgia #popculture #retrotech #90sculture #establishedinthe90s #nickelodeon #blockbuster #90sbaby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Jamil Walker Smith on Hey Arnold, 90s Movies, 90s Memories

Today we are joined by Jamil Walker Smith, the voice of Gerald from Hey Arnold. We break down what Arnold would be doing today, the audition process, Golden Eye, Batman Forever, the Wayans and more on Established in the 90s. ---- Welcome to Established in the 90s, the podcast where nostalgia meets real talk. We’re diving deep into everything that made the #90s unforgettable — from #retrovideogames and #90scartoons to #90sfashion, #90skid culture, and those late-night #collectcalls you still kinda remember. Every episode brings you throwback energy with guests who lived it — actors, athletes, creators, and icons who helped shape the era. Whether we’re breaking down #90srap, ranking #90ssnacks, or arguing over the greatest #90stvshows, it’s all about the memories that raised us. If you collected pogs, wore starter jackets, or rewound VHS tapes with a pencil, you’re one of us. Subscribe, relive it, and stay Established in the 90s. #90spodcast #90skids #nostalgia #popculture #retrotech #90sculture #establishedinthe90s #nickelodeon #blockbuster #90sbaby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Idalis DeLeón on MTV, Notorious B.I.G., Puffy, J-Lo, Madonna, & More

Idalis DeLeón takes us back to the heart of 90s pop culture with stories from MTV and beyond. She opens up about meeting Notorious B.I.G., shares details on Puffy & J-Lo’s rumored fling, and explains why she thinks Madonna stole her style. Plus, she plays a round of Dope or Wack to give her unfiltered takes on 90s fashion trends. Welcome to Established in the 90s, the podcast where nostalgia meets real talk. We’re diving deep into everything that made the #90s unforgettable — from #retrovideogames and #90scartoons to #90sfashion, #90skid culture, and those late-night #collectcalls you still kinda remember. Every episode brings you throwback energy with guests who lived it — actors, athletes, creators, and icons who helped shape the era. Whether we’re breaking down #90srap, ranking #90ssnacks, or arguing over the greatest #90stvshows, it’s all about the memories that raised us. If you collected pogs, wore starter jackets, or rewound VHS tapes with a pencil, you’re one of us. Subscribe, relive it, and stay Established in the 90s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Wes Archer - Animator on The Simpsons & King of the Hill

Wes Archer, animator on The Simpsons and King of the Hill drops by to talk about the #90s cartoon circuit, Blinkie the 3-eyed Fish, Xerox machines, and more! Grab another Duff from the fridge and enjoy this insightful conversation that will bring you closer to Springfield and Arwen, Texas with a man who knows both like the back of his (very successful) hand. Welcome to Established in the 90s, the podcast where nostalgia meets real talk. We’re diving deep into everything that made the #90s unforgettable — from #retrovideogames and #90scartoons to #90sfashion, #90skid culture, and those late-night #collectcalls you still kinda remember. Every episode brings you throwback energy with guests who lived it — actors, athletes, creators, and icons who helped shape the era. Whether we’re breaking down #90srap, ranking #90ssnacks, or arguing over the greatest #90stvshows, it’s all about the memories that raised us. If you collected pogs, wore starter jackets, or rewound VHS tapes with a pencil, you’re one of us. Subscribe, relive it, and stay Established in the 90s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]