Engagement Party

Gen Z's '90s Nostalgia Has Some Gaps

July 24, 2026·47 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

The '90s are everywhere these days — clothes, music, TV — and brands are doing everything they can to capitalize on the revival. Audie and Ari explore what’s driving the modern fascination with a decade they lived through, what Gen Z's rose-colored glasses miss about the era, and what they wax nostalgic for (mix tapes!). Plus, comedian Rob Anderson joins Audie to discuss why nostalgia is so damn funny.  Like what you heard? Sign up for our newsletter to catch up on the latest trends, obsessions and culture.  Is there something in your feed you want Audie and Ari to talk about? Email us a video at engagementparty@cnn.com and we might feature you on the show.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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