Jam Session

One year into the pandemic, we reflect on some of the things that have helped us through quarantine, like old-people television and sad-girl music (1:00). Billie Eilish dyed her hair platinum blond and people freaked out (12:10). This week's Cringe Mode is the Zac Efron vehicle '17 Again' (23:07), and what do we think Dolly Parton's Jeni's ice cream flavor will be (44:22)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate H...

The beat dropped on "I Knew You Were Trouble" and everything changed, Taylor Swift had gone pop. Nathan and Nora break down Taylor's fourth album, 'Red,' and her transition from country to pop. They discuss Max Martin's influence on the album, the importance of songs like "All Too Well" and "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together," and some of the things that were going on behind the scenes in Ta...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and David Jacoby break down Darrell’s unfair exit and the underwater challenge, including Fessy kicking Nany in the face, Cory and Amber B struggling to swim, and Kyle and Aneesa’s surprising victory. Then they power rank the remaining teams, including CT and Big T’s reunion, as we inch closer to the final before reacting to the announcement of the new season of ‘The Chal...

Juliet and Amanda discuss rumors that Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez have split. They weigh in on cheating allegations, discuss assets between the two, and talk about A-Rod’s recent trip to the Dominican Republic and what it means for their relationship (0:40). Later, they share celebrity podcasts they’ve been consuming (15:40) before giving updates on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle post-Oprah...

Nathan and Nora are here to talk about Taylor Swift's third album, 'Speak Now.' Beloved by fans, the album shows Taylor's continued turn away from country and into pop, displays her sharpening songwriting skills, and includes canonical songs like 'Mean,' 'Back to December,' and of course, 'Dear John.' Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Nathan Hubbard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

We preview who will be performing at and who will be boycotting the Grammys this Sunday before Amelia gives a quick 'Masked Singer' update (1:00). Then we discuss the first set photos released this week from Lady Gaga and Adam Driver's new movie (14:29). We're following up last week's Cringe Mode with the sequel to 'The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants' (22:21), and is anyone excited for Aly & AJ...

It's time to talk about 'Fearless,' which means it's time to talk about the infamous 2009 VMA moment when Kanye West interrupted Taylor Swift on stage. Nathan and Nora talk about how that moment impacted her career and music, how 'Fearless' represents Taylor's first step away from country and into pop, and the significance of her choosing to re-record this album. Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Nathan...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby start by predicting which five teams will run TJ’s final, "night of hell" challenge. They also discuss Fessy and Cory’s relationship conversation, Aneesa’s run on the show, Gabby and Nany’s elimination challenge, and the partner swaps. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda break down Oprah’s interview with Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex. They weigh in on Oprah’s performance (4:50), Meghan and Harry’s discussion about the royal family and the press (11:15), and discuss what may happen next for both the couple and the family (42:00). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

Nora Princiotti and Nathan Hubbard are on a journey to break down every single Taylor Swift album ahead of the re-release of 'Fearless' on April 9. So they're starting at the beginning with Taylor Swift's debut album, 'Taylor Swift.' They talk about Taylor's roots in Nashville and country music (4:02), the early signs that she was going to be a superstar (19:51), and all of their favorite and leas...

With a profile in New York magazine this week, Trisha Paytas is finally getting her due (1:00). Alec Baldwin learned this week that you can't come for Gillian Anderson, and Olivia Rodrigo revealed her celebrity crush (12:59). This week's Cringe Mode is 'The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants' (023:46), and who out of 'Tea Time' would survive a zombie apocalypse (51:23)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halli...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby break down the security breach that led to a double elimination challenge, CT and Darrell’s victories, and CT’s disappointing treatment of Big T. They later get into Nany and Josh’s strong relationship and Nam’s departure from the show, and power rank the final couple. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

Juliet and Amanda weigh in on the celebrities, speeches, and production from the 78th Golden Globe Awards (0:50) before then touching on what we saw in the teaser trailer for Oprah's upcoming interview with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry (22:10). Then, they share their latest recommendations, from books to subscriptions (25:00)! 'Mike Nichols: A Life': https://bookshop.org/books/mike-nichols-a-lif...

Juliet and Amanda break down the five key takeaways from Prince Harry’s appearance on ‘The Late Late Show with James Corden'. They discuss the timeline of filming, the PR strategy, and much more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

W Magazine's Best Performances cover featured stars like Riz Ahmed and Steven Yeun in a seemingly very low-budget photo shoot (1:04). Martha Stewart took to Instagram to warn about some killer swans on the loose (10:21). This week's Cringe Mode is the Hillary Duff version of 'A Cinderella Story' (19:40), and why is Billie Eilish's music documentary almost two and a half hours long (45:27)? Hosts:...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and ESPN's David Jacoby say goodbye to Lolo and try to wrap their heads around her excuse for leaving the show. They also break down Josh’s catastrophic challenge performance, Devon’s persistent antics, CT and Big T’s impressive victory, Josh's crying, and the security breach. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

Juliet and Amanda are joined by Bill Simmons for another breakdown of the confirmed engagement between Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley. They discuss Woodley's interview on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' and discuss the couple's future (0:40). Then they weigh in on the "disso queen" Laura Wasser (22:35) before covering more royal updates on Meghan and Harry (37:30). Hosts: Juliet Litma...

'Tea Time' engages with the monoculture by talking about 'WandaVision' and the trailer for 'Cruella' that dropped this week (1:00). Michael B. Jordan rented an aquarium for Lori Harvey for Valentine's Day and Paris Hilton got engaged (12:12). This week's Cringe Mode is the 1997 'Cinderella' starring Brandy and Whitney Houston (25:51), and would you buy a dress just to nap in (48:12)? Hosts: Liz Ke...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and ESPN's David Jacoby try to figure out what Nam and Lolo are arguing about, and discuss Fessy and Gabby’s budding relationship, the awkward digging challenge, Devin’s drunken power trip, the Big Brother alliance, the cocktail party, Gabby deciding to skip the elimination challenge, and Amber vs. Amber. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choic...

Juliet and Amanda discuss the revelatory ‘Framing Britney Spears’ documentary and the ensuing reexamination of early-aughts celebrity media (0:00). Plus, they congratulate Meghan Markle on winning her privacy lawsuit as well as her second pregnancy announcement (25:00), and then they give some personal recommendations (28:30). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choice...

Taylor Swift announced this week that she will be re-recording her album 'Fearless,' and we couldn't be more excited (1:00). We have some streaming recommendations for you for Valentine's Day weekend (12:53), including 'To All the Boys: Always and Forever' which we break down in this week's Cringe Mode (21:04). Plus, what is the most underrated Britney Spears song (44:48)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate H...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby discuss the Amber M vs. Amber B tension, the botched trivia challenge, the Burger King reward, the cocktail party, Nany’s coercion of Theresa, the always disappointing deliberation, the surprising "Take on Me" cover, Kaycee’s strong elimination victory, and TJ’s goodbye to Theresa. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choic...

Amelia Wedemeyer and Juliet Litman talk about some of the most interesting reality TV story lines of the week, including the upcoming 'Real Housewives of Salt Lake City' reunion (1:57), all of the drama going on with 'Southern Charm' and their other favorite Bravo properties (20:31), and how exactly 'The Masked Dancer' works (35:28). Host: Amelia Wedemeyer Guest: Juliet Litman Learn more about you...

Juliet and Amanda are joined by NFL reporter Nora Princiotti to break down the news that Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley are engaged! They discuss the surprise announcement and the recent media coverage (1:00). Then, they touch on Serena Williams gracing the cover of Architectural Digest (28:00). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Guest: Nora Princiotti Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

We preview some of the commercials that will be airing during the Super Bowl this weekend, including Michael B. Jordan's Amazon commercial and Matthew McConaughey’s Doritos commercial (1:00). Somehow, James Corden got a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in 'The Prom' (11:17). This week's Cringe Mode is 'The Prince and Me' (22:22). And we have just one question about Lil Uzi Vert getting...