Jam Session

We check in on some quarantine relationships, including Timothee Chalamet and Eiza González and the ‘Love Is Blind’ cast (1:19). Ja Rule did a low-budget commercial for a Greek food restaurant and now we kind of want Greek food (7:00)? ‘Tea Time’ celebrates Pride Month by recommending some shows to watch and people to follow (13:34). Plus, the next installment of Cringe Mode: ‘High School Musical’...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins recommend books for a summer of social distancing, revisit some childhood favorites by E.L. Konigsburg, and reveal what they are reading now. https://lithub.com/you-can-order-today-from-these-black-owned-independent-bookstores/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We attempt to break down the feud between Millennials and Gen Z that's playing out on TikTok (1:03). We share some June streaming recommendations, including 'Selling Sunset' and 'The Genetic Detective' (16:04). Plus, Cringe Mode: 'High School Musical' (28:37) and can Kristen Stewart play Princess Diana (40:53)? Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Liz Kelly, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss Jessica Mulroney’s outburst after Sasha Exeter asked her followers to help contribute to the Black Lives Matter movement (0:55). Then, in lighter news, Litman and Dobbins enjoy the prank that Ben Affleck’s kids played on paparazzi by placing a life-size cutout of Ana de Armas on her front lawn (19:55). Plus: all the Grub Street diets that have caught our at...

We shout out some of the celebrities who have stepped up for the Black Lives Matter movement in the past couple of weeks, including John Boyega, Keke Palmer, and Jane Fonda (3:11). Plus: a deep dive into what appears to be Ben Affleck's finsta account (16:50) and revisiting some things that we can't believe happened this year (29:02). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Check ou...

Joined by Ringer writer Justin Charity, Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins dissect the latest Alison Roman conversation, recent events at Bon Appétit, cultural appropriation in the food media world, and what it means to be a food celebrity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The world has a new internet boyfriend in the form of Paul Mescal, the star of 'Normal People' (1:17). Dylan O'Brien deserves better, and apparently there are Anakin Skywalker stans in the year 2020 (7:21). We revisit the Ashlee Simpson SNL lip-sync scandal (0:00) and the 'Glee' pilot (17:33), and what does Reese Witherspoon know about romaine lettuce that we don't (41:53)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate...

Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga have released their new song and music video for "Rain on Me" that has Juliet and Amanda all in on Grande (2:30). Next they discuss the paparazzi's time in quarantine without access to the stars (12:15) and a book haul (20:45). Plus, much more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A review of Harry Styles's new music video for "Watermelon Sugar" that we're comfortable with our parents listening to (1:28). Our favorite TikTok stars are JoJo Siwa and Jason Derulo (8:34). We revisit Miley Cyrus's controversial 2008 Vanity Fair photo shoot (21:31), and in the final installment of Cringe Mode: Twilight, we cast the movie for a hypothetical 2020 remake (29:39). Hosts: Liz Kelly,...

Zoe Simmons, 15, and Liz Kelly, 26, team up to discuss their unique perspectives on teen culture in 2020, including TV shows like ‘Gossip Girl,’ ‘Dead to Me,’ ‘The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart,’ and ‘Outer Banks.’ They also discuss YouTubers adapting their content during the coronavirus pandemic, TikTok recipes, celebrity relationships, attending school via Zoom, quarantining in the Sim...

While celebrities are out and about we have all the details thanks to stan accounts such as @ArmasUpdates ... even if they are getting blocked (1:45). Then, Juliet and Amanda discuss Stanley Tucci as he takes to Instagram to cook and express his love/hate relationship with Peppa Pig (12:15). Then we give all the updates on the stars that are catching our attention, such as Paul Mescal, Matt Damon,...

Robert Pattinson was profiled in GQ this week and we have a lot of remaining questions, mainly about what it would be like to be his assistant (1:23). Please don't get a bearded dragon just for Instagram (9:13). We revisit when a 15-year-old Miley Cyrus dated a 20-year-old Justin Gaston (19:12), and 'Twilight: Breaking Dawn' Part 2 (25:37). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Le...

Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion join the podcast to recap the explosive finale of 'Winners at War.' Tony emerged victorious and established himself as arguably the greatest contestant to ever play the game, and Riley, Mal, and Jason are here to break down the highlights of the finale and the entire season as a whole. They talk about their favorite and least favorite moves, highlight key moments...

First, Juliet and Amanda unpack the Alison Roman–Chrissy Teigen–Marie Kondo saga (if you don’t know what this is, we have all the details) (1:25). Then, we move on to Robert Pattinson’s peculiar time in quarantine, and more specifically his 'Batman' diet (26:52). Finally, we discuss all the Zoom room chats where A-listers such as Leonardo DiCaprio, John Mayer, and Tina Fey, just to name a few, are...

If you have figured out how to pronounce Grimes and Elon Musk's baby's name, could you please let us know (1:00)? For some reason Selena Gomez was given a cooking series on HBO Max (7:10). It's time to break down 'Twilight: Breaking Dawn,' which is maybe the best book of the series (26:11). And what will become of Ashley Benson and Cara Delevingne's sex bench now that they have broken up (41:38)?...

Sean Fennessey joins the podcast to recap the latest episode of 'Winners at War.' They wonder whether the fire tokens have been effectively folded into this season, and discuss the ramifications of 'Survivor' on players’ psyches after the show. Finally, they explain the “Goat” archetype and hand out this week's superlatives. Host: Riley McAtee Guest: Sean Fennessey Learn more about your ad choices...

Hulu’s new show 'Normal People' introduced us to Daisy Edgar Jones and heartthrob Paul Mescal, and of course his chain necklace (1:00). We then discuss the loss of the Met Gala and how celebrities chose to celebrate by dressing up and even performing (19:30). Then we catch up with all the celebrities that don’t quite have it together, including Ana de Armas, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle, just t...

Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik are going to be parents and savvy One Direction fans realized that they've been dropping hints for a while (1:40). The Met Gala would have been this Monday, so we imagine what could have been (13:05). The next installment of Cringe Mode: Twilight (31:06), and which One Direction member would you choose to babysit your child (47:40)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and A...

The Ringer's Chris Ryan returns to talk to Riley and recap the latest episode of 'Winners at War.' They break down how the play of the 50-50 coin worked out, as well as the heavy whispering from this week's tribal. They also discuss Kim stepping down at the immunity challenge and how peanut butter may be the most valuable commodity in the game. Finally, they explain the "Power Duo" archetype and h...

Nancy Meyers takes to her Instagram again and this time gives us a glimpse into her kitchen and the bright idea to include two islands (3:00). Then, the celebrity sightings or lack thereof include the best friend pair of Matt Damon and Ben Affleck (9:35), and the reality stars that are taking the spotlight (16:00). Plus, more reading recommendations!  Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn...

We're not sure why, but everyone is really excited about a video of Stanley Tucci making negronis (2:00). Some thoughts on the giant baby that went viral on social media this week (11:39). In the next installment of "You Aughta Know," Amelia investigates the Lindsay Lohan F**k List (21:11), and do we really need a 'Parks and Rec' reunion Zoom call (46:33)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Ame...

The Ringer's Juliet Litman returns to talk to Riley about this season's best episode yet. They break down Tony's wild blindside attempt that miraculously worked. They also share their thoughts on the extortion advantage that took place as well as Sophie's exit. All before breaking down the "Double Agent" archetype and handing out this week's superlatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

After a leaked letter from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle exposed their feelings towards a few British media outlets, we are left wondering when the couple will hire a new publicist (1:15). Then, Brad Pitt and John Krasinski (23:08), book recommendations (27:05), new workouts from Jennifer Lawrence’s trainer (37:00), and much more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad c...

‘Tea Time’ watches some good, old-fashioned cable television like ‘The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart’ and Brad Pitt on HGTV (2:06). We lied, we have to talk about Quibi again (10:27). Amelia takes us back to 2014 in Ibiza, when Orlando Bloom allegedly tried to punch Justin Bieber (27:03), and introducing ‘Cringe Mode: The Twilight Series’ (35:41). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Am...

Riley is joined by Sean Yoo to discuss the latest explosive episode of 'Survivor: Winners at War.' This week, the families and loved ones make a visit, and there's a live tribal council. Later, Riley and Sean break down the "Rope-a-Dope" archetype and hand out their superlatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices