The Original Doll with James Rodriguez: Britney Spears and more

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Madonna Mondays - Madonna - Like A Virgin Jan 19, 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 - Brave New Girl with Steve Lunt Jan 18, 2026

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Steve Lunt, Britney Spears former A&R from Jive Records on the creation of this IN THE ZONE song and the impact the track on Britney's discography

Host: ⁠⁠James Rodriguez ⁠⁠

Spear-itual Sundays, honoring Britney Spears on Sundays.

No Strings Fridays - *NSYNC 1999 lawsuits, explained Jan 16, 2026

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Host: James Rodriguez

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. This struggle would not only shape their career... but also influence how future artists viewed contracts, management and control over their work!!! Told in chronological order per court documents.

Truly Madly Thursdays - Savage Garden - The Animal Song & Darren Hayes - Last Christmas Jan 15, 2026

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Host ⁠James Rodriguez⁠

Darren Hayes offers insight into the making of The Animal Song and the cover of Wham! featuring George Michael Last Christmas. James on what the songs bring to the albums and Darren Hayes' discography. Every Thursday an album honoring Savage Garden and Darren Hayes. Truly Madly Thursdays on The Original Doll With James Rodriguez.

Control Tuesdays - Janet Jackson debut album, why this album matters Jan 13, 2026

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Here is why this album matters. This podcast is about preserving the sonic and cultural blueprint of your favorites…the music that didn’t just top charts, but shaped the industry. Curated by artist archivist James Rodriguez ⁠⁠⁠⁠, each episode is a deep dive into the sound, the style, and the soul of the artists who changed everything.

Think of it as giving flowers while they’re still due…honoring the work, the intention, and the legacy behind the music. Through thoughtful analysis and storytelling, James connects the dots between the songs you know and the impact you may not have fully realized.

If you’ve ever wanted to understand not just what makes a song great, but why it matters, this is where you start.

Madonna Mondays - Madonna Debut Album Jan 12, 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 - Brave New Girl (Track Commentary) Jan 12, 2026

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Steve Lunt, Britney Spears former A&R from Jive Records on the creation of this IN THE ZONE song. Music producer and songwriter Josh "KNS" Schwartz on making music with the princess of pop.

Host: ⁠James Rodriguez ⁠

Spear-itual Sundays, honoring Britney Spears on Sundays.

No Strings Friday - Blaque Bring it All To Me Feat JC Chasez Jan 09, 2026

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No Strings Friday, going behind the scenes of *NSYNC 's iconic discography. The making of this collaboration and the Usher feature that could have been. As we prepare to chat with RCA and JIVE record executives, this sets the stage for the state of *NSYNC during the court wars.

Host: ⁠James Rodriguez

Truly Madly Thursdays - Savage Garden Ultra Hits Jan 08, 2026

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Host James Rodriguez

Darren Hayes offers insights into the b side tracks that were on the Savage Garden Japanese compilation, Truly Madly Deeply Ultra Hits. Stories behind: Fire Inside The Man, I'll Bet He Was Cool, Love Can Move You, This Side Of Me and Memories Are Designed To Fade. Every Thursday an album honoring Savage Garden and Darren Hayes. Truly Madly Thursdays on The Original Doll With James Rodriguez.

Control Tuesdays - Janet Jackson - Funny How Time Flies Jan 06, 2026

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Every Tuesday, a new Janet Jackson song or album. We kick off the series with Funny How Time Flies (When You're Having Fun) it isn't just a quiet end of an album...it's a statement. Take a listen as we honor this quest storm staple.

Host: James Rodriguez