Jam Session

Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello dive into the intense friendship breakup in ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ to explore when and why a friendship breakup might be necessary, how best to go about a friendship breakup, and what makes a friendship toxic. Erika is then joined by ‘Tea Time’ cohosts Kate Halliwell and Amelia Wedemeyer to delve further into the online discourse that has materialized around t...

We caught up on some TV this week, like ‘The Bachelor’ and ‘Daisy Jones & the Six’ (1:00). Sofia Coppola’s daughter may be the internet’s newest favorite nepotism baby (20:36). This week’s Cringe Mode is ‘The Bachelorette’ (33:05). And how exactly did Liam Payne’s jawline get so chiseled (51:18)? Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Kaya McMullen Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about yo...

On this week’s special episode, The Ringer’s Sean Fennessey joins Erika Ramirez to break down the corruption and romance of one of the most captivating friendships on television right now: Tom Wambsgans and Gregory Hirsch. Join us in preparation for the premiere of the final season of ‘Succession,’ and listen to Sean every week on ‘The Prestige TV Podcast,’ where he’ll be recapping every episode....

Juliet and Amanda are back to discuss some interesting pop culture news, featuring celebrity fashion stylist Law Roach’s early retirement decision following a recent viral video of him and Zendaya at the Louis Vuitton fashion show. The two go in depth on their thoughts about his decision in the cutthroat fashion world, then speak about Ben Affleck’s appearance on The Hollywood Reporter amid the pr...

There were some great looks at the Oscars this week, including the outfits of Lady Gaga, Fan Bingbing, and Angela Bassett (1:00). Celebrity stylist Law Roach announced he is retiring, and Lindsay Lohan announced she's having a baby (17:49). This week's Cringe Mode is the 2012 Miley Cyrus movie 'LOL' (32:45). And if you followed the Sophie Turner model and married your preteen celeb crush, who woul...

On the very first episode of ‘What About Your Friends?,’ Erika Ramirez, host and founder of ILY, explores the ins and outs of friendship in the dire circumstances of an apocalypse or doomsday scenario with her best friend and cohost, Steven Othello (0:05), and builds an ideal doomsday friend with The Ringer’s Joanna Robinson (16:40). They draw from shows like ‘The Last of Us,’ ‘The Walking Dead,’...

Juliet and Amanda discuss the star power (or lack thereof) at the 95th Academy Awards (1:00), including the best and worst preshow carpet moments and the relatively slow feel of the telecast. Then, they catch up on 'Daisy Jones & the Six' and Camila Morrone’s on-screen breakout performance (30:00). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Bobby Wagner Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

There are somehow even more developments in the drama between Hailey Bieber and Selena Gomez (1:00). Avril Lavigne is making out with Tyga, and Kendall Jenner is making out with Bad Bunny (13:20). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Deep Water,' starring Oscar nominee Ana de Armas (26:40). And who is going to perform at the coronation of King Charles (43:52)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia W...

Welcome to ‘What About Your Friends?’ a brand new podcast on the ‘Ringer Dish’ feed dedicated to the many lives of friendship and how it’s portrayed in television, movies, music, internet culture, gossip, and beyond. Every Wednesday, ILY founder Erika Ramirez will be talking to her best friend Steven Othello, creative director and founder of Objects—and all your favorites from The Ringer and beyon...

Juliet and Amanda discuss some of this week’s pop culture news, featuring the ‘Vanderpump Rules’ cheating scandal between Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss (1:43); Meghan and Harry’s eviction notice from King Charles III at the home they were given on the grounds of Windsor Castle (15:43); Chris Pine’s interview with Esquire, featuring some of his favorite reads and his “Fine Pine Wine” (25:15); and...

Selena Gomez, Hailey Bieber, and Kylie Jenner are all seemingly involved in several layers of passive-aggressive internet drama (1:00). Keke Palmer had her baby and Jake Paul lost to Tommy Fury in a boxing match (24:55). This week’s Cringe Mode is the 1997 movie ‘George of the Jungle,’ featuring Oscar nominee Brendan Fraser (36:19), and is Drew Barrymore’s home too messy (51:02)? Hosts: Liz Kelly,...

The ladies are back this week discussing Ellen Pompeo’s not-so-ceremonious exit from the iconic show ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’ After 19 seasons, Ellen finally says goodbye to Meredith Grey. Next, Juliet and Amanda discuss ‘Your Place or Mine’, starring Ashton Kutcher, Reese Witherspoon, and Jesse Williams. They also discuss Rihanna’s British Vogue cover, featuring her baby boy and A$AP Rocky, and more! Ho...

Vanity Fair's annual Hollywood cover featured a random assortment of celebrities like Selena Gomez and Regé-Jean Page (1:00). Rihanna announced during her Super Bowl halftime show that she is pregnant with baby number two (12:27). This week's Cringe Mode is the new Ashton Kutcher and Reese Witherspoon rom-com 'Your Place or Mine' (25:22). And will a new HGTV show fill our 'Magic Mike' void (43:58)...

Juliet and Amanda are back from their Super Bowl hangovers to discuss everything that went on at the Super Bowl but the game: Rihanna’s halftime show, celebrity spottings, and the commercials. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harry Styles had a tough time at the Grammys this week (1:00). The chemistry between Ashton Kutcher and Reese Witherspoon during the press tour for their new movie was so bland that Mila Kunis had to get involved (13:44). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Freaky Friday,' featuring Oscar nominee Jamie Lee Curtis (24:06). And why does everyone who posts a picture with Taylor Swift use the same filter (41:...

Juliet and Amanda are here to give their thoughts on the Grammys and all the speculation behind Ben and Jennifer's supposed argument. Later, they discuss Lily Allen and David Harbour's Architectural Digest tour and much more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Levine’s third child is here, but no news yet on whether he named if after the woman he had an alleged affair with (1:00). Olivia Culpo’s new reality show, ‘The Culpo Sisters,’ is actually pretty good (8:49). This week’s Cringe Mode is ‘Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure,’ featuring Oscar nominee Austin Butler (19:43). And did Beyoncé get chased by a camel while she was in Dubai (43:20)? Hosts: Liz...

On this episode of 'Jam Session,' Juliet and Amanda discuss a wide variety of celebrity news, featuring Bradley Cooper and other celebrities spotted at the Philadelphia Eagles game against the 49ers (0:45), a 'Jam Session' review of 'Shotgun Wedding’ with Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Coolidge (14:27), Lauren Sánchez’s interesting interview with The Wall Street Journal (23:12), Andrea Riseborough’s...

Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal both act in only sad or scary movies, so maybe they should try a rom-com next (1:00). Also, Emily Ratajkowski and Eric André are maybe dating, and Paris Hilton surprised everyone after welcoming her first child this week (12:23). To cap off "Jenn-uary" this week’s Cringe Mode is Jennifer Lopez and Josh Duhamel’s new movie ‘Shotgun Wedding’ (20:40). And is Julia Fox’s a...

The ladies are back with another jam-packed episode covering an array of topics, featuring Shakira’s new song that calls out ex Gerard Piqué (1:09), the New York Times’ piece on American blogger Nikki Finke (14:03), the 2023 Netflix series ‘Break Point’ (23:47), ‘Emily in Paris’ SPOILERS (31:43), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choic...

Shakira released a track dissing her ex-husband Gerard Pique after he allegedly cheated on her, and Miley Cyrus released a song seemingly dissing her ex Liam Hemsworth (1:00). The Met Gala announced this year’s co-chairs for the event, including Dua Lipa and Penélope Cruz (22:21). This week’s “Jenn-uary” Cringe Mode is ‘Heartbreakers’ starring Jennifer Love-Hewitt (29:17). And what is going on in...

Juliet and Amanda are back to discuss the latest things going on in the world of entertainment, including their thoughts on ‘Spare’, Prince Harry’s memoir (0:36); ‘Emily in Paris’ Season 3 (24:25); award season, featuring the Golden Globes and the SAG Awards (35:11); and the 2022 hit book ‘Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow’ (45:34). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley...

Jennifer Coolidge of course gave an iconic speech when she won the Golden Globe for best supporting actress in a TV series (1:00). Alec Baldwin really wanted to get his wife Hilaria Baldwin to one million Instagram followers for her birthday (13:54). This week's "Jenn-uary" Cringe Mode is ‘The Break Up’ starring Jennifer Aniston (22:04). And seriously, how long is Austin Butler going to keep speak...

Juliet and Amanda return after the holiday break to discuss Prince Harry’s new memoir, ‘Spare,’ his rollout interviews and press releases, and what first-lookers have to say about the book. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just like us, celebrities make New Year's resolutions, like giving up vaping and practicing the cello more (1:00). For some reason, Selena Gomez has been spending a lot of time with Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham (11:52). The theme for this month's Cringe Mode is "Jenn-uary," starting with '13 Going on 30' (30:46). And how exactly is Taylor Swift's cat Olivia Benson worth $97 million (53:14)? H...