# “Paper Planes”—M.I.A

An episode of [60 Songs That Explain the '90s](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1635211340), 30 Oct 2024, 1 h 32 min.

Audio: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT5732579273.mp3?updated=1730665574

Rob looks back at some major performances that came with pregnancy announcements, before focusing in on M.I.A and her 2008 hit “Paper Planes.” Along the way, Rob also touches upon the controversies that came with M.I.A’s fame. Later, writer and editor Puja Patel joins to discuss dancing on stage with M.I.A, the political and cultural conversation around the artist back in 2008, and much more. Host: Rob Harvilla Guest: Puja Patel Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles Additional Production Support: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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