Barely Famous

You might know her as Paige from WWE, but Saraya is so much more than that and she’s not holding back. On this episode of Barely Famous , Kail and Saraya dive into everything from her new book Hell In Boots , to surviving the darkest moments of her life in the public eye. She opens up about addiction, trauma, leaked sex tapes, and how WWE literally saved her life. Saraya also talks about her new p...

Content warning: This episode discusses sexual assault, trauma, and abuse. This week on Barely Famous , Kail speaks with psychologist and former model Kaja Sokola, one of the first women to publicly come forward against Harvey Weinstein. At just 16, Kaja endured assault while navigating the modeling industry alone in NYC. Now, she shares her journey of survival, healing, and advocacy. Kaja opens u...

Kail sits down with bestselling author Ashley Poston ( The Seven Year Slip , The Dead Romantics ) to talk about her journey from fanfic writer to BookTok sensation. Ashley opens up about writing through grief, her love for “divorced dad rock,” and how she balances YA and adult romance. Plus, the inspiration behind Sounds Like Love and why her dad keeps dying in her books (he’s fine, promise). Buy...

This week on Barely Famous , Kail chats with Cori Broadus - entrepreneur and daughter of Snoop Dogg about growing up in fame, living with lupus, surviving a stroke, and becoming a first-time mom to a NICU baby. Cori opens up about her mental health journey, her faith, and building her beauty brand, Choc Factory. It’s a raw and powerful convo about resilience, identity, and healing. To purchase Cho...

TW: This episode mentions eating disorders On this episode of Barely Famous , Jackie Goldschneider chats with Kail about her 18-year struggle with anorexia, how generational food trauma shaped her childhood, and what finally pushed her to recover. They talk about the pressures of reality TV, body image, IVF, and raising kids while trying to break toxic patterns. Jackie opens up about her memoir Th...

This week on Barely Famous, Kail sits down with Catherine and Gabriella, the dynamic mother-daughter duo from TLC's hit reality show sMothered. Catherine and Gabriella dive into the behind-the-scenes process of joining sMothered, how their family's close-knit dynamic works, and the hilarious reactions they get when stepping out in coordinated outfits. They also share how they balance reality TV wi...

This week on Barely Famous , Jodie Sweetin joins Kail to talk about her new Lifetime movie Dateless to Dangerous: My Son's Secret Life; a dark and timely look at incel culture, toxic masculinity, and the dangers of online radicalization. Jodie opens up about the inspiration behind the film, how her own experiences as a mom shaped her perspective on the story, and what it’s like to go from sitcom s...

On this week’s Barely Famous , Kail Lowry sits down with reality TV star Farrah Abraham and her 16-year-old daughter Sophia for a raw, unfiltered conversation you won’t want to miss. From their complicated history with Teen Mom to Farrah’s pivot into stand-up comedy and entrepreneurship. The pair open up about homeschooling, traveling the world, plastic surgery, sex positivity, trauma healing, and...

Bestselling author Kennedy Ryan joins Kail on Barely Famous for an intimate and empowering conversation about writing love stories that reflect real life. From her deeply intentional Skyland series to her immersive research process, Kennedy shares how she crafts romance novels that center marginalized voices, explore complex relationships, and challenge what “happily ever after” really means. She...

In Part 2 of this powerful Pride Month conversation, Kailyn and Elliott continue their honest discussion about coming out, being outed, and healing from betrayal. Elliot shares how a heartfelt story about his first coming out experience, the lasting emotional impact, and how their bond as mother and son became a safe space through it all. This episode explores identity, generational differences, a...

In Part 1 of this deeply personal episode, Kail sits down with her son Elliott for his first public conversation about reclaiming his identity. Elliott opens up about why he’s speaking out now, what it means to live authentically, and why he no longer goes by his former name, Isaac. Together, they explore the challenges of growing up in the public eye, setting boundaries online, and navigating ide...

On this explosive episode of Barely Famous , Kail talks with returning guest Rico Hundo for a brutally honest conversation about cheating, loyalty, fatherhood, and navigating relationships under pressure. Rico opens up about his early infidelity, the fallout in his relationship, and what it really took to earn back trust. They debate personal responsibility, double standards, and whether monogamy...

On this episode of Barely Famous , Kail sits down with Alana Thompson; better known to the world as Honey Boo Boo for a raw and emotional conversation you won’t want to miss. Alana opens up about her complicated relationship with her mother, her experience growing up on reality TV, and how the passing of her sister Anna changed everything. She shares never-before-heard stories from her new Lifetim...

This week on Barely Famous , Kail sits down with New York Times bestselling author Carley Fortune, the mind behind viral romance hits Every Summer After , Meet Me at the Lake , and the brand-new release One Golden Summer . Carley opens up about her writing process, the real-life inspiration behind her lake-set novels, and how reader demand led her to finally give fan-favorite Charlie his long-awai...

This week Kail sits down with Ashley Flowers to talk about her new thriller The Missing Half , chaotic plot twists, and why her Notes app might require its own intervention. From writing books while going into labor to building an 80-person podcast empire, Ashley shares how she went from spider DNA to the New York Times bestseller list. This is for all our crime junkies! Purchase The Missing Half...

In this powerful episode of Barely Famous, Kail sits down with viral immigration attorney and content creator Kathleen Martinez, known for her unapologetically pink brand and bold advocacy for immigrant rights. Together, they dive into the harsh realities and common myths surrounding the U.S. immigration system; from the true cost of green cards to the emotional and financial toll of mass deportat...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of infant loss, miscarriages and grief. In this heartfelt episode Kail sat down with long time supporter Heather Lohmeyer to discuss the profound and often unspoken topic of infant loss. Heather shares her personal journey of losing her daughter, the emotional turmoil that followed, and the impact it had on her relationship with her husband. They...

In this heartfelt episode, bestselling author Abby Jimenez discusses her writing journey, life experiences, and her latest novel. Abby opens up about the emotional impact of reconnecting with a former high school teacher, who unknowingly shaped her path, and the life-changing moment when they met again after nearly 30 years. She also delves into the themes in her books, including kidney donation,...

This week Kail is living out every 90 girls girlhood dream sitting down to talk with Geri Halliwell-Horner, also know as the iconic Ginger spice from THE Spice Girls about her latest release in her duology; Rosie Frost: Ice On Fire. Geri gives us an insight into the woman behind the mic and the pen by discussing her writing process and how she puts a little bit of herself and her experiences in ea...

On this episode of Barely Famous Podcast Kail sits down with Maci & Natalie from The Expired Podcast to discuss the ups and downs of life as teen parents, the challenges of balancing fame and family, and the fascinating world of true crime with the Expired Podcast crew. They talk about the bond they share from the Teen Mom days. The conversation touches on parenting through different generatio...

In this powerful episode Kail sits down with Amanda Knox  for an intimate, emotional, and eye opening conversation about her wrongful conviction, the unwavering support of her family, and the lasting impact of trauma. Amanda opens up about the hidden struggles that weren’t covered in the media, how her parents banded together to fight for her, the deep scars left on her siblings, and the comp...

In part 2 of this episode Elijah joins the conversation to add his sentiments into the mix and reassure Javi. Although this is an emotional conversation being able to come together as a family to share this news is definitely a silver lining. As Kail, Javi and Elijah reflect on what ultimately unified them we get a glimpse into their new dynamic. For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillow...

This week Kail is sharing some big news with you that will affect the whole family. Kail is joined by someone that we never expected to hear from again. This episode is an emotional one about a family coming together to present a united front in the face of unexpected change. There is a lot to work through in part one of this conversation between tears and laughs this family will be a united front...

This week on Barely Famous Kail sits down with long time friends Cate and Tyler to discuss their journey into podcasting, the importance of authenticity, and the challenges of navigating family dynamics, particularly in relation to addiction. They share personal stories about their relationships with their parents, the impact of childhood trauma on their adult lives, and the necessity of setting b...

This week Kail gets the exclusive on why Leah Van Dale AKA Carmella made her impromptu exit from the WWE after a twelve year career. For the first and only time Leah opens up about the disappointment she is feeling as a new mom facing an unplanned career change in the midst of celebrating the birth of her child. Kail and Leah discuss the fundamental differences between men and women's return to wo...