The Original Doll with James Rodriguez: Britney Spears and more

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Madonna Mondays - Flowers for Who's That Girl Feb 02, 2026

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🔥 Madonna Mondays A must listen dive into the iconography of Madonna. Join The Original Doll host ⁠⁠⁠⁠James Rodriguez ⁠⁠⁠⁠every Monday for an irresistible journey track by track…album by album through Madonna’s ICONIC career. From chart toppers to hidden gems, uncover why every song matters … to her albums, her legacy and the very fabric of pop music itself. Whether you’re a die hard fan or just curious about her impact, the series unpacks the meaning, magic and moments that made Madonna LEGENDARY. Take a listen and rediscover pop history one song at a time! 🎧💥 Let us know why this song matters to you.

Spear-itual Sundays - Britney Spears - In The Zone - Why each track matters Feb 01, 2026

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In The Zone and the songs from the album should get more recognition for the genre pushing sonics. All 14 tracks explained.

Host: ⁠⁠⁠James Rodriguez ⁠⁠⁠

Spear-itual Sundays, honoring Britney Spears on Sundays.

No Strings Fridays - JIVE POV *NSYNC 1999 lawsuits Jan 30, 2026

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Host: ⁠⁠James Rodriguez⁠⁠

Guest: Steve Lunt (JIVE A&R)

Rewind back to 1999, *NSYNC became involved in one of the music industry’s most public legal battles involving management, record labels and artists’ rights. Steve Lunt on the tumultuous year, and the beginning of *NSYNC's NO STRINGS ATTACHED album.

Truly Madly Thursdays - Darren Hayes - SPIN Side 2 Track Commentary Jan 29, 2026

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James Rodriguez⁠⁠ and recording artist, songwriter, producer Darren Hayes go through track by track of Darren's debut album, SPIN side two. Part of the weekly series, Truly Madly Thursdays. Every week an album from Savage Garden and Darren Hayes unpackaged by James Rodriguez and Darren Hayes.

Truly Madly Thursdays - Darren Hayes - SPIN Track Commentary Jan 29, 2026

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James Rodriguez⁠ and recording artist, songwriter, producer Darren Hayes go through track by track of Darren's debut album, SPIN. Part of the weekly series, Truly Madly Thursdays. Every week an album from Savage Garden and Darren Hayes unpackaged by James Rodriguez and Darren Hayes.

Control Tuesdays - Janet Jackson - Control - Track Commentary Jan 27, 2026

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Every Tuesday, a new Janet Jackson song or album. Janet Jackson's CONTROL released in 1986, was a globally hit, and is an important part in the foundation of the empress of pop. Here is why...

Host: ⁠⁠⁠James Rodriguez

340) Madonna Mondays - Flowers for True Blue Jan 26, 2026

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🔥 Madonna Mondays A must listen dive into the iconography of Madonna. Join The Original Doll host ⁠⁠⁠James Rodriguez ⁠⁠⁠every Monday for an irresistible journey track by track…album by album through Madonna’s ICONIC career. From chart toppers to hidden gems, uncover why every song matters … to her albums, her legacy and the very fabric of pop music itself. Whether you’re a die hard fan or just curious about her impact, the series unpacks the meaning, magic and moments that made Madonna LEGENDARY. Take a listen and rediscover pop history one song at a time! 🎧💥 Let us know why this song matters to you.

No Strings Fridays - RCA POV *NSYNC 1999 lawsuits Jan 23, 2026

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Host: ⁠James Rodriguez⁠

Guest: Dave Novik (RCA A&R)

Rewind back to 1999, *NSYNC became involved in one of the music industry’s most public legal battles involving management, record labels and artists’ rights. Dave Novik on the tumultuous year, and the beginning of the songs that become part of *NSYNC's NO STRINGS ATTACHED album.

Truly Madly Thursdays - Savage Garden - Affirmation Track Commentary Jan 22, 2026

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James Rodriguez and recording artist, songwriter, producer Darren Hayes go through track by track of Savage Garden's sophomore and final album, Affirmation. Part of the weekly series, Truly Madly Thursdays. Every week an album from Savage Garden and Darren Hayes unpackaged by James Rodriguez and Darren Hayes.

Control Tuesdays - Janet Jackson - Dream Street album, the importance Jan 20, 2026

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Every Tuesday, a new Janet Jackson song or album. Janet Jackson's Dream Street released in 1984, wasn't a globally hit, but is an important part in the foundation of the empress of pop. Here is why...

Host: ⁠⁠James Rodriguez