20 years ago, audiences were introduced to an era of “Growl Power” by four friends bedecked in cheetah print with big dreams to become pop stars. As Disney Channel’s first-ever original movie musical, The Cheetah Girls brought an album of bangers, impeccable style and choreo, the timeless message of friendship and ushered in a new musical format for the network, paving the way for High School Musical, Hannah Montana, Camp Rock, and more. In this episode Mary and Kelsey break down Disney’s first original movie musical, the three-movie franchise that made Raven-Symoné, Adrienne Bailon, Kiely Williams, and Sabrina Bryan global music icons, and the music we still strut down the streets to this day. Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped