Jam Session

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby break down Episode 8 of ‘The Challenge: Double Agents,’ including Josh’s unimpressive elimination victory, Nam and Lolo’s relationship, CT’s “rebuilding” year, the muddy daily challenge, Kam’s dominance, Aneesa’s chokehold on Lolo, and Meechie’s disappointing exit. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Juliet and Amanda have a new shared passion, the ‘Table Manners With Jessie Ware’ podcast. They share their favorite episodes, discuss guests that include Mark Ronson, Elizabeth Olsen, and Emilia Clarke, and break down why this podcast speaks to the heart (0:35). Later, more Meghan and Harry news (34:55) and a Matt Damon farewell as he’s moving to the East Coast (39:10). Hosts: Juliet Litman and A...

Halsey is pregnant and Pamela Anderson is quitting social media after marrying her bodyguard (1:00). For some reason, someone impersonated Lili Reinhart in an interview with Seventeen magazine about 'Riverdale' (9:28). We revisit the iconic rom-com 'The Wedding Planner' on its 20th anniversary (26:05). And when did Dakota Johnson become our most memeable celebrity (47:22)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate H...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby break down the best episode of the season so far, including Leroy’s elimination domination, Theresa and Jay’s backfired plan, the guys backing out of the challenge, the post-cocktail-party fight, Nam and Jay’s “best friendship,” and the proposed cast for next year's OGs season. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices....

Ben Affleck is back on the scene for awards season and Juliet and Amanda are here for it! They discuss his interview on the 'Award Chatter' podcast and dive into his past and most memorable moments (1:00). Later, they break down the phenomenon of celebrities heading across the country and around the world (28:00) before discussing the ongoing drama between 'Southern Charm' stars Kristin Cavallari,...

We talk about just the fun stuff from Inauguration Day, including all the best outfits and memes (1:00). No, it was not Casey Affleck who threw away the cardboard cutout of Ana de Armas after her split from Ben Affleck (18:55). 'Sex and the City 2' is an extremely problematic movie (31:22), and how many cats has Jamie Lynn Spears run over with her Tesla (51:42)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, a...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby discuss Jay and Teresa’s big week, Killer Kam’s impressive elimination record, Nam and Lolo’s first fight, yet another disappointing cocktail party, the best remaining couples, and predictions for the rest of the season. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins reflect on Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas’s relationship and discuss the news of their breakup (00:45). They then provide more Armie Hammer updates as new information has surfaced (18:20) before ending on a lighter note, highlighting the Netflix show ‘Lupin’ (35:00). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

Lori Harvey and Michael B. Jordan are now Instagram official and Riz Ahmed got secretly married (1:00). Special guest Zoe Simmons joins to help break down all the drama surrounding Olivia Rodrigo's song, "Driver's License" (10:44). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Sex and the City: The Movie' (22:55), and why is Katy Perry doing a collaboration with Pokémon (47:55)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, an...

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and David Jacoby break down the ridiculous idea of your best friend being on 'The Challenge,' Big T’s takeover, the confusing rope competition, Nam’s performance, the disappointing party scenes, CT and Big T’s friendship, Natalie’s odd departure from the show, and the Tori vs. Aneesa elimination challenge. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choi...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss the recent controversy surrounding Vice President-elect Kamala Harris’s Vogue cover (1:00). They then attempt to understand recent accounts of Armie Hammer's DMs (16:45) before touching on new updates concerning Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles's relationship (30:45). Finally, they share their excitement for the reboot of ‘Sex and the City’ (36:15)! Learn more...

2021 started off with a lot of celebrity relationship news, including Kim Kardashian and Kanye West potentially getting a divorce (1:00). We're here to tell you that it is "SZA season" (12:35). For this week's Cringe Mode, we're forcing Kate to watch 'The Bachelor' (23:48). And how much would you pay for a giant replica of David Hasselhoff (55:42)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wede...

Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby discuss whether Fessy or Devin is the true villain of this season, Fessy's weird interest in Tori, Devin and Big T’s emotional conversation, Josh vs. Jay, and the Nelson vs. Fessy elimination showdown before they rank the top remaining teams. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss the latest celebrity couple, Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde, and their rumored romance (1:00) before breaking down the most recent Netflix sensation, ‘Bridgerton’ (20:30). Plus, a recap of Justin Bieber's New Year's Eve performance (38:00)! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We make some outlandish celebrities predictions for 2021 including who will get pregnant, who will become the next internet boyfriend, and who will have huge weddings (1:00). Then, it's time for Cringe Mode: 'New Year's Eve' (25:04). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman and Amelia Wedemeyer discuss everything you need to know about the claims that Hilaria Baldwin has been faking her Spanish heritage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby try to make sense of CT and Kacee’s argument, followed by Devin and Josh’s explosion. Then they break down Kyle calling out Fessy, the mid-show challenge, and Devin’s elimination victory before power-ranking the remaining teams. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins are reflecting on the crazy year that was 2020. They discuss the top celebrity moments of the year that include 'The Red Table Talk' with Jada Pinkett Smith, Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas's relationship, and of course Brad Pitt! Plus, their top five personal favorites! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some of our favorite celebrity moments from this year were Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas walking and all of those celebrities singing "Imagine" (1:10). And some of our favorite memes from the year include the Sue Slyvester meme and the 'Gossip Girl' memes (16:43). Plus, the inaugural Cringe Mode Oscars (30:04). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices....

Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby break down Fessy ducking out of the competition, the partner-switching component of the show, Lolo’s obsession with her partner, Nam, as well as the other partner dynamics in the house, Joe and the mustard, and who won the episode. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins touch on Vogue’s release of their 2021 covers that highlight women such as Naomi Osaka, Paloma Elsesser, Frances McDormand, and Rosalia (9:00). Then they discuss the movies ‘Wild Mountain Thyme’ and ‘The Princess Switch 2’ in a ‘Jam Session’ movie swap (11:40) Next, they break down Taylor Swift’s new album, but not before discussing her neighbor's $12 million Rhode...

Olivia Jade decided to begin her redemption tour on Jada Pinkett Smith's 'Red Table Talk,' and Smith's mother had a few things to say about it (1:18). Matthew Morrison is back with a very weird and low-budget performance of 'The Grinch' (10:43). Meryl Streep is one of the few good things in Ryan Murphy's new movie-musical 'The Prom' (22:13), and an update on Liz's Keebler elf cookie story (53:38)....

With the surprise announcement of her ninth studio album, we convene to discuss our favorite songs from ‘Evermore,’ how it compares to its sister album ‘Folklore,’ Swift’s most effective collaborators, and Taylor Swift’s arc as a beloved celebrity in 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons and ESPN’s David Jacoby join forces to break down every episode of ‘The Challenge: Double Agents.’ On today’s show, they break down the premiere episode, including this season’s format, CT’s passive behavior, and the most interesting teams, before predicting what will happen this season. Hosts: Bill Simmons and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss the news that after eight seasons, ‘Vanderpump Rules’ may come to an end (3:00). Then they touch on Obama’s memoir 'A Promised Land' (18:00) and the new controversy involving ‘The Crown’ and the British government (28:00). Plus, social media updates that include Candice Bergen’s Instagram and Juliet’s Pinterest (35:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...