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Rewind & React
Join Adam and Rob as they turn back the clock and review, analyze and reflect on some of the most impactful and significant music videos in history.
About Rewind & React
On Rewind & React, Adam and Rob break down the videos that shaped pop culture.
From groundbreaking visuals to guilty-pleasure anthems, we react, analyze, and celebrate the artistry that goes beyond the music. Expect trivia, nostalgia, and a lot of laughs along the way.
Releases every other Tuesday.
Latest Episode
Britney Spears takes us to Mars in Oops!… I Did It Again
Rewind & React jumps back into the Y2K pop explosion with this week’s episode, spotlighting Britney Spears’ “Oops!… I Did It Again.” Adam and Rob break down the video that officially transformed Britney from breakout teen star into full-fledged global pop icon. Here’s what we’re covering: The instantly iconic red catsuit and how it became one of the most recognizable looks in pop history The sci-fi Mars setting and why late-90s futurism was everywhere in pop culture The choreography and performance choices that leaned into confidence, control, and star power The playful camp of the Titanic reference — and how humor became part of Britney’s appeal How the video pushed spectacle over realism, embracing excess as the point The shift from the innocence of “…Baby One More Time” to a more self-aware, performative persona You’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories, including how the video was positioned as a direct escalation from her debut, why the look sparked immediate backlash and obsession, and how MTV and TRL helped turn the premiere into a pop culture event. Is it over-the-top? Absolutely. But that’s exactly why it worked. Ready to revisit peak Y2K pop? Stream this episode now —...
Recent Episodes
No Doubt’s Tragic Kingdom – Ska, Style, and Iconic Music Videos
Rewind & React rewinds to the moment No Doubt broke through and changed punk pop forever with a deep dive into the Tragic Kingdom album. Adam and Rob revisit the videos, visuals, and cultural shift that turned a ska band from Orange County into MTV mainstays and...
Our 2025 Year in Music Videos – Highlights, Hot Takes, and What’s Next
Here’s an episode title and description for your end-of-year episode, written in the same style, pacing, and structure as your Offspring episode descriptions, but tailored to a wrap-up / reflection format rather than a single artist or video. Rewind & React: The...
One Shot: Britney Spears Chages Pop with …Baby One More Time
Rewind & React kicks off a brand-new One Shot series with one of the most important pop videos of the last 30 years: Britney Spears’ “…Baby One More Time.” Adam and Rob dive deep into the 1998 debut that didn’t just launch a superstar — it reshaped MTV, revived...
One Shot: Dance with the Dead’s Sledge Brings Murder on the Road
Rewind & React wraps up its Halloween One Shot series with a dark, synth-fueled ride through “Sledge” by Dance with the Dead. Adam and Rob break down this haunting, wordless music video where cursed highways, glowing trunks, and supernatural revenge collide in...
One Shot: Yeah Yeah Yeahs Heads Will Roll brings Glitter, Gore, and the Werewolf Groove
Rewind & React keeps the Halloween spirit going with one of the most stylishly spooky videos of the 2000s: “Heads Will Roll” by the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Adam and Rob break down this blood-splattered dance party that blends horror, humor, and glitter into one...
Meet The Hosts
Adam Eltarhoni
Adam Eltarhoni is the co-host of Rewind & React, where he brings sharp insights, deep nostalgia, and a love for all things pop culture to every music video breakdown. In addition to Rewind & React, Adam is a regular contributor on The Steven Knight Show, where his movie and TV reviews is a source for honest, engaging takes on entertainment. He also previously co-hosted the podcast Investors Coffee Shop, blending financial curiosity with thoughtful conversation around long-term value. Whether it’s analyzing a ‘90s classic or dissecting the cultural ripple effect of a viral hit, Adam brings a thoughtful eye and a great sense of humor to every episode.
Rob Fine is also the co-host of Rewind & React, a music video commentary series where he offers in-depth breakdowns of the videos, poetic analysis, and behind-the-scenes context on the musical composition and instrumentation behind some of the most iconic rock, pop, and rap tracks of our time. He previously hosted the podcast Definitely Something About Football, and has performed as a guitarist and drummer with bands including The Next Level and Cobalt Revolution. A passionate concertgoer, Rob can often be found in Atlanta’s live music scene, sacrificing his knees and internal organs in the nearest pop punk mosh pit.
