Barely Famous

Trigger Warning : This episode discusses postpartum psychosis, maternal mental health, suicide, infanticide, child loss, and 9/11. Kail sits down with bestselling author Jodi Picoult for her second appearance on Barely Famous to discuss her 30th novel, Hollow Bones . From the inspiration behind the story and its unexpected connection to My Sister’s Keeper to the extensive research that brings her...

This week on Barely Famous , Kail sits down with Christy Carlson Romano to talk about growing up in the spotlight, becoming the breadwinner for her family, and the complicated relationship with her career that shaped so much of her life. Christy gets candid about child stardom, burnout, financial mistakes, setting boundaries, and the experiences behind her new memoir, Once Upon a Trainwreck: The F...

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault, rape, consent, and the Cornell 7 case. Some of the discussion may be upsetting or triggering for listeners. This week on Barely Famous, Kail sits down with Kayla for a conversation that covers everything from a very unfortunate red-carpet wardrobe malfunction to wedding planning, family, adoption, grief, and some deeply personal...

Kail is back in real time with Ike for a life update that covers everything from tonsillectomy recovery and adjusting to life with celiac disease to their latest trip to Salem. Kail opens up about the emotional side of going gluten-free, why having supportive people around her has made such a difference, and how she’s been spending her time off social media Mid-recording the trailer for her new sh...

Kail sits down with debut author Grace Alexander to talk about her novel The Lowe Job and the scandalous, reality-TV-inspired world behind it. Grace shares how she went from working in finance to writing her first novel during maternity leave, landing a literary agent, and becoming a Book of the Month pick. They dive into the inspiration behind the book’s scandal, the influence of celebrity famili...

Kail sits down with Jolly Good Ginger for a conversation about how he went from growing up in rural North Carolina surrounded by racism and conservative Christianity to becoming one of social media’s most outspoken creators. He opens up about joining the military, challenging the beliefs he was raised with, and how one TikTok unexpectedly launched his platform. They also get into the viral “Tea Ti...

Kail sits down with 16 and Pregnant alum Jenn Del Rio to unpack what really happened behind the scenes of her episode and everything viewers never saw. Jenn opens up about becoming a teen mom to twins, escaping an abusive relationship, fighting for custody and unexpectedly finding the man who would help raise her boys. Jenn also reveals how much of her 16 and Pregnant episode was recreated or manu...

Kail sits down with Ghost Girl author Eva Benefield to discuss the unbelievable true story behind the “Black Swan Murder.” Eva opens up about losing her mom at 14, her dad’s sudden marriage to Ashley Benefield, the years of allegations and custody battles that followed, and the day she learned Ashley had shot and killed her father. Eva shares what it was like waiting four years for the murder tria...

Kail sits down with Drexann and Zach for a chaotic, hilarious, and eye-opening look at what life is really like with pet monkeys. Drexann shares what goes into caring for Molly Jo, Kelz, and Rain-from diapers, specialized diets, vet care, and round-the-clock feeding to the reality of rehoming exotic animals and dealing with criticism online. They also get into the unexpected drama of the monkey co...

Kail sits down with Misha, aka Your Bestie Misha, for a conversation about self-worth, sobriety, social media, and learning how to actually show up for yourself. Misha opens up about the moment that changed his life, going from drinking heavily while performing with Cirque du Soleil to getting sober and ultimately building a community of millions online. They talk about his New York Times bestsell...

Kail’s work trip turns into a chaotic take-your-kid-to-work day when Elliott joins her in New York. They open up about growing up in the public eye, setting boundaries with strangers, handling hateful comments, and why Kail refuses to stay quiet when her kids are targeted online. The conversation shifts to college plans, sibling relationships, spending the summer apart from Lincoln, and Elliott’s...

Kail sits down with Kaitlyn Bristowe for an honest and hilarious conversation about leaving reality TV identities behind, building a lasting career, and trusting where life takes you next. Kaitlyn opens up about her move to New York City, keeping her new relationship private, freezing her eggs, and her hopes of becoming a mom. They also get into public breakups, working with friends and family, pr...

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses pregnancy loss, murder, infant death, violence, and other disturbing details that may be difficult for some listeners. Kail sits down with Wade, Cody, and Stephanie from Netflix’s Maternal Instincts to unpack what the documentary left out and clear up some of the biggest questions surrounding the case. They share new details about the lies, manipulation, fak...

This week Kail sits down with country artist Elijah Scott—the singer, not her baby daddy after a viral internet mix-up convinced millions they share a child. Elijah explains how the confusion reached his actual family, why one of Kail’s sons made the rumor surprisingly believable, and how a random DM turned into this episode. They also talk about his unexpected rise from karaoke to millions of str...

Kail sits down with New York Times bestselling author Jessica Knoll for a powerful conversation about her new novel Helpless , the rise of dark romance, and why women are drawn to stories that explore fear, control, survival, and power. Jessica opens up about the real-life experience behind Luckiest Girl Alive , the healing that came from telling her story, and how the Netflix adaptation helped sp...

ENCORE: This week on Barely Famous, Jodie Sweetin joins Kail to talk about her new Lifetime movie Dateless to Dangerous: My Son's Secret Life; a dark and timely look at incel culture, toxic masculinity, and the dangers of online radicalization. Jodie opens up about the inspiration behind the film, how her own experiences as a mom shaped her perspective on the story, and what it’s like to go from s...

Employment attorney and content creator Paige Sparks joins Kail for a candid conversation about the legal cases everyone has been talking about. From Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni to the Diddy trial, the Menendez brothers, Gypsy Rose, and Bryan Kohberger, Paige breaks down what the headlines often leave out and explains how the legal system actually works. The two also discuss workplace rights,...

Gabbie Egan joins Barely Famous for a candid conversation about growing up fast, motherhood, marriage, military life, addiction, and starting over. Gabbie opens up about becoming a mom at 13, navigating a complicated co-parenting journey, getting married at 18, and the challenges that came with blending families while building a life from scratch. She also shares how TikTok unexpectedly changed he...

You met Kail Lowry at 16, pregnant, on national TV. You never met the girl who came before her. This is a 10-minute preview of part one of my conversation with Kail on For The Hayters, the years no one was watching, told by a friend who thought she knew the whole story and didn't. Want the full episode? Search "For The Hayters" wherever you listen and follow along. For The Hayters is a podcast tha...

Kail sits down with Ike for the first part of this week's episode to answer questions about motherhood, relationships, personal growth, and navigating a particularly chaotic season of life. Together, they discuss privacy, boundaries, and how Kail’s perspective has evolved over the years. Later in the episode, Kail continues solo to answer listener submitted questions and dive even deeper into the...

If you've ever felt like the life you actually want is just slightly out of reach... this episode is for you. In this episode Mimi gifted us a 2-week FREE trial of the Activations app, plus a massive discount! This deal is exclusive and limited time only, go to activations.com/famous Mimi Bouchard has been through it. Rock bottom, full rebuild, the whole thing. And what came out the other side was...

Kail sits down with Bobby Jones and his daughter Ari for a raw conversation about growing up with a father who spent time in prison, navigating family struggles, and what healing actually looks like over time. Ari opens up about learning the truth about Bobby’s past, watching her parents work through difficult seasons in their marriage, and how those experiences shaped her own outlook on relations...

This week on Barely Famous , Kail sits down with Codi and Tabby, the women behind Agape, Delaware’s piercing-only studio, for a conversation that goes far beyond body jewelry. Codi and Tabby open up about building a business from the ground up, creating a safe space in an industry that has not always felt welcoming, and what it really takes to work, love, and grow together. From their unexpected l...

TW: This episode discusses addiction, PTSD, suicide, combat trauma, and psychedelic treatment. Part two of Jimmy’s story goes even deeper as he opens up about relapse, recovery, suicidal ideation, and the moment that pushed him toward a completely different path. Jimmy shares how Not Lucky evolved from a charter business into a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans and active duty service member...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of war, PTSD, suicide, addiction, self-harm, and graphic violence. Jimmy from Knot Lucky joins Barely Famous in part 1 of this conversation for a raw and emotional conversation about life before, during, and after serving as an Army Ranger in Iraq and Afghanistan. What starts as a discussion about his nonprofit taking veterans offshore fishing qui...