In this One Shot edition of Rewind & React, Adam and Rob dive into the kaleidoscopic world of Porter Robinson’s 2024 music video “Cheerleader.”

They break down the sensory overload of styles—live action, CGI, stop-motion, 2D and 3D animation—that collide to create a hyperpop visual journey about fandom, obsession, and the blurry lines between reality and fantasy.

Here’s what we’re covering:

• The parasocial relationship at the heart of the video and how it compares to classics like Eminem’s Stan

• The wild mashup of aesthetics—from karaoke rooms to kaiju sequences—that keep viewers on their toes

• Nostalgia nods, from 90s “build-your-own-character” games to anime-inspired designs

• How the video turns extreme fandom into a looping narrative of gummies, Godzilla, and surreal transformations

• A closer look at Porter’s creative process in building Cheerleader’s sound

Plus, the guys cap things off with a new trivia game—Porter Robinson or Gwen Stefani?—where cheerleaders meet Hollaback Girls in a battle of pop culture facts.

Cheerleader may be a recent release, but it’s already pushing the boundaries of what a music video can be.

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Rewind & React descends into the provocative and unsettling world of Nine Inch Nails with a deep dive into their most infamous music video—“Closer.” Adam and Rob unravel the disturbing imagery, the artistic influences, and the controversy that cemented this video as one of the most iconic and polarizing visuals of the 1990s.

Here’s what we’re covering:

• The haunting, surreal visuals inspired by Francis Bacon and Joel-Peter Witkin

• Director Mark Romanek and his inspiration for the creepy imagery

• The iconic spinning pig’s head, medical instruments, and grainy vintage aesthetic

• How Trent Reznor balanced shock value with artistry to create a lasting statement

• The edited vs. uncut versions—and why MTV couldn’t keep it off the air despite censorship

• The lasting legacy of “Closer” as both a cultural lightning rod and a groundbreaking piece of visual art

Along the way, Adam and Rob share their reactions—equal parts fascinated and unsettled—while digging into how this one video defined the boundary between music and art film.

It’s raw, it’s unsettling, and it’s unforgettable—just like Nine Inch Nails intended.

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Rewind & React dives headfirst into the provocative, personal, and pop-culture-piercing world of Eminem. Adam and Rob dissect three of Slim Shady’s most iconic and visually arresting music videos, tracing his evolution from chaos agent to self-aware auteur.

Here’s what we’re covering:

• The Real Slim Shady: A surreal comedy sketch set to music—complete with Eminem clones, pop star parodies, and one of the most quoted hooks in music video history.

• The Way I Am: Dark, fast, and defiant. Rob and Adam unpack the gothic architecture, the movie references, and why falling out a skyscraper might be the most grounded metaphor in the video.

• Stan: The cinematic masterpiece that spawned a cultural term. They break down the storytelling, the Dido sample, the set design, and Devon Sawa’s haunting portrayal of an obsessive fan.

You’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories, like how Eminem’s real-life frustrations with fame shaped the tone of these videos, and how his signature blend of satire and sincerity made even the darkest visuals impossible to look away from.

Plus, a trivia game double feature, where Adam and Rob try to guess different bits of information. (Spoiler: it’s harder than it sounds.)

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