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Emily Ratajkowski joins Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins to discuss her essay in New York Magazine. They dive into the writing process (2:58), the decision to speak out (5:00), and how her business reflects her growth as a person (10:15). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Guest: Emily Ratajkowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cardi B filed for divorce from Offset this week and all we have to say is, be free, Queen (1:00). Addison Rae is being cast in a remake of ‘She’s All That’ and Drew Barrymore has a talk show for some reason (7:13). On this week’s Cringe Mode, we revisit the 2012 stripper movie ‘Magic Mike’ (18:49), and do we need to join NBA Twitter along with Halsey (42:22)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss Emily Ratajkowski's essay about her sexual assault in New York Magazine’s The Cut (0:15). They also cover Chris Evans's leaked photo (20:18). Plus, a celebration for professional athletes and activists: U.S. Open champion Naomi Osaka, and NASCAR driver Lewis Hamilton (30:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are many celebrity relationship rumors flying around right now, including Cara Delevingne dating Halsey and Jacob Elordi dating Kaia Gerber (1:00). If you're looking for some trash reality TV to watch, Amelia has some recommendations for you (14:24). 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' is ending after next season, so we revisit some of the most iconic moments to come out of the show (25:10). A...

Juliet and Amanda talk about the multimillion-dollar Netflix deal that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced and what projects the couple could produce (01:14). They also break down Patrick McEnroe's new Grub Street diet and discuss the latest happenings from the U.S. Open (13:48). Finally, they jump into celebrity quick hits, including Katie Holmes's new boyfriend and celebrities revealing the...

A lot of celebrities are either pregnant or just gave birth, including Katy Perry, Lea Michelle, and Emma Roberts (1:02). ‘Dancing With the Stars’ released its lineup this week and it includes none other than Carole Baskin from ‘Tiger King’ (11:07). We break down the Disney classic ‘Cheetah Girls’ for the next installment of Cringe Mode (20:00), and was David Blaine’s balloon stunt really that coo...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins are joined by 'Tea Time' cohost Kate Halliwell to break down the 2020 VMAs. They discuss performances, celebrity appearances, and the standard the VMAs have set for award shows moving forward (0:35). Plus, a Brad Pitt update to discuss his new relationship with Nicole Poturalski (19:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Teen Movie Week at The Ringer, so we're reminiscing about some of our favorite films from the genre. We talk about the snubs and surprises from The Ringer's teen movie bracket (1:46), award some teen movie superlatives (13:47), and go deep on one of the best teen movies of all time, 'Bring It On' (29:07). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices....

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins share their summer book recommendations and discuss the books on their radar (0:38). They then weigh in on celebrity announcements including John Legend and Chrissy Teigen selling their Beverly Hills home (28:40), Britney Spears taking legal action against her father (37:15), and the return of Armas updates (43:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

G-Eazy and Ashley Benson may be engaged and Gigi Hadid's baby may be on the way (1:07). Brad Pitt and Harry Styles are actually not costarring in a movie together, because we can't have nice things in 2020 (5:44). 'The Lucky One' may be our breaking point in our search for the worst Nicholas Sparks movie (18:08). And what is your gas station order (42:08)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Ame...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss the evolution of Ana de Armas and Ben Affleck’s public relationship, as well as the role of stan accounts and social media in the current gossip ecosystem (1:00). Then it's a very special edition of Real Estate Corner: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Montecito (26:00). Finally, they discuss another favorite duo, Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston, as they pla...

We step tentatively into the discourse around Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s new single, “WAP”—including the petition to remove Kylie Jenner from the video and the conservative backlash to the song (1:20). In Not Worth the Tea, Jason Derulo forces ‘Cats’ back into our lives and we start a throuple watch for Cara Delevingne, Margaret Qualley, and Kaia Gerber (9:36) before transitioning to Cringe...

We talk about Ellen DeGeneres and the accounts of a toxic work culture at her talk show (1:00). We also discuss Bradley Cooper being spotted in Malibu with a mystery woman who may or may not be Jennifer Garner (10:39). Next up in the Nicholas Sparks movie canon: 'A Walk to Remember' (25:02). Plus our favorite Disney Channel movies (43:04). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Lea...

Beyoncé has released the visual album ‘Black Is King' on Disney+. Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss the film’s success on this particular platform and its effects on art culture (1:40). They then turn their attention to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to discuss ‘Finding Freedom,’ a biography about the couple (20:00). Then, they weigh in on Paul Mescal, who is featured in the Rolling Stones'...

Kendall Jenner was featured in Architectural Digest this week, and her home is surprisingly normal (1:56)? Welcome to Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner’s baby girl, Willa (9:09). We’re on a mission to find the worst Nicholas Sparks movie, starting with ‘The Last Song’ (14:24). And why is no one talking about the Beyoncé visual album out today (32:35)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer L...

Juliet and Amanda weigh in on the surprise Taylor Swift album ‘Folklore,’ released last weekend (00:43). They examine how her recent collaboration with Aaron Dessner of the National turned out, and how the composed-in-quarantine album could mark a new shift in tone. They also touch on Gigi Hadid’s new home and the novel ‘Rodham’ by Curtis Sittenfeld. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn m...

Kate Halliwell and Nora Princiotti break down ‘Folklore,’ Taylor Swift’s new album, on this emergency episode of ‘Ringer Dish.’ They discuss the surprise rollout (0:50), the collaborations (14:20), and how Swift is evolving into a new type of artist (18:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We preview Taylor Swift’s surprise album, ‘Folklore,’ and theorize about the track list (1:00). Why exactly is Kourtney Kardashian hanging out with a 19-year-old Tik Tok star (10:29)? In honor of the 10-year anniversary of One Direction’s debut, we revisit some of our favorite songs and albums by the group (18:40). Plus, ‘Camp Rock 2’ and bad quarantine takes (29:08). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliw...

Princess Beatrice married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi over the weekend. Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins have all the details (1:00). Then, after Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith discussed Jada’s affair with August Alsina on ‘Red Table Talk,’ Alsina tells his side of the story through his new song “Entanglements” (13:55). Plus, all the other media they are consuming: The Chicks’ new album, Quavo and Sa...

Quarantine claims more couples such as Armie Hammer and Elizabeth Chambers and Bill Hader and Rachel Bilson (1:06). We try to explain the "everything is cake" memes (11:06) and revisit some of our favorite Olympic memories (18:24). Plus, Cringe Mode: 'Camp Rock' (29:40) and some of our most traumatizing camp memories (46:36). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about...

Jada Pinkett and Will Smith discuss Jada’s brief relationship with August Alsina on 'Red Table Talk'; Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins break down the conversation (3:30). They next discuss the recent Vogue cover featuring USA gymnast Simone Biles that has many people questioning the quality of the photo shoot (26:20). Then a Hollywood couple update that takes us across the sea (32:00). Plus: Thoma...

Diane Keaton is showing off her hat collection and more on Instagram (1:16). Liz gives a brief explainer of all the drama happening on TikTok (7:57). Plus, some more streaming recommendations, including slime videos and ‘The Baby-Sitters Club’ (16:51), and the ‘High School Musical’ extended universe (29:34). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss the new Vulture piece in which Thandie Newton drops names, including that of Tom Cruise, and discusses her career in the entertainment industry (1:45). Then, as FYC (For Your Consideration) season approaches, Juliet and Amanda brainstorm what award shows could look like in this time of uncertainty (14:10). They then turn their attention to Lily James and Ch...

The Tea Time crew breaks down some of the highlights and lowlights of 'High School Musical 3' (1:00) and names some MVPs from the movie (19:53). Then, they open up the Tea Bag to answer questions about 2000s fashion trends and more (26:39). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins break down Jessica Simpson's 'Open Book' and compare 2000s celebrity to the stars of the moment (1:50). They then discuss Michaela Coel's excellent ‘I Will Destroy You’ (21:45) and the exciting news that there will be a 12-part series for Sally Rooney’s novel ‘Conversations with Friends’ (34:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices