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I recently took two weeks off to deal with all-consuming burnout that I was going through. I took long walks and listened to podcasts from experts, rented out books on the subject, talked with friends in high-powered jobs and wanted to drill down to the core of why I was burned out, and how I could manage stress better in the future. Here's what I learned! Book reference: Burnout by Emily and Amel...

In today's episode we explore theories, lyrics, blind items, timelines and more to search for the answer to the Sabrina Carpenter / Shawn Mendes / Camila Cabello love triangle. Are Shawn and Camila fated to be together? Were Shawn and Sabrina a purely PR relationship? Let's explore! Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic benefits your gut, skin, and heart health in just two capsules a day. Support your gut...

Everyone unfollowing Justin Baldoni? Colleen Hoover and Blake Lively marketing this movie as a romcom? And somehow Ryan Reynolds is there too?! I dive into the latest drama surrounding the This Ends With Us press tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From unlucky 13 to lucky number 4 and powerful number 7, today we dive into which numbers are favored by celebrities, and the history, lore, and superstitions around each of those numbers! 1:56 The Number 13 and Taylor Swift 11:56 The Number 23 and Michael Jordan 16:25 The Number 4 and Beyonce 21:08 The Number 7 and Michael Jackson 26:18 The Number 222 and Kylie Jenner 28:21 The Number 11 and Elle...

Today we dive into "identity" - what it's comprised of, how we feel lost and burned out when we don't have a strong identity, and exercises we can do to uncover, and live by, our values. Eloise Skinner (website and Instagram) leads us through these exercises at the second half of the episode, and we also take a look at celebrities who have struggled with their identity before. Learn more about you...

Join me as I go over the reasons why House of the Dragon (Season 2) was so subpar - hint, it's all in the writing. We compare legendary quotes from Game of Thrones to quotes from House of the Dragon, and discuss the season 2 finale. Mint Mobile is here to rescue you and your squad with premium wireless plans starting at 15 bucks a month. To get this new customer offer and your new 3-month premium...

Today I take a peek into the Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon. In this episode we cover the show, fun facts, lore about dragons in the Game of Thrones universe, and interview quotes and rumors about the cast members! 00:00 Intro and thoughts on Season 2  11:35 Old Valyria sounds so cool 14:41 Casting of House of the Dragon 36:15 Dragons in Game of Thrones 40:40 Facts about the actors 1...

From Kamala Harris to JD Vance, this week we tackle some political gossip - from relationships and blind items to opinions on politics and lifestyle, we cover what you need to know about the two recent additions to the 2024 American Election. 8:20 American the Beautiful (Marketing Machine) 15:30 Kamala Harris 25:50 Kamala Harris’ personal life 28:10 Kamala’s children 36:20 Kamala Harris blind item...

After the Times piece about Ballerina Farm I found myself very sad looking at egg cartons in my fridge and I just had to spontaneously share feelings on the article! Let me know what you thought of this piece. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The YouTube famous Spill Sesh joins us today for an episode breaking down all of the latest influencer, YouTube, and online drama. From Cody Ko and Tana Mongeau, to Tana and Alissa Violet, to Nara Smith and 'tradwives' online and much more! Kombucha? Save that for your gut health. When it comes to vaginal health you need very specific probiotics. Soaking Wet from VB Health is a blend of probiotics...

This week I'm joined by my bestie Lauren Hendricks here in Denver to chat about the book Invisible Women and how the world is designed - from cars to iphones to more - for men. Together we dive into research from the dawn of "man-kind" up to the present day that shows how everything from medicine to cabinet heights has been created for the "standard man" and left women to adapt - or die. 6:12 Refe...

Today we're joined by StevePsychology to chat about fun psychology topics! From how things go viral online (the more negative the better) to different studies about how social media impacts our mental health, and more! Kombucha? Save that for your gut health. When it comes to vaginal health you need very specific probiotics. Soaking Wet from VB Health is a blend of probiotics, prebiotics, and vita...

On again, off again, "challenging" and shocking the world - when Elon Musk and Amber Heard started dating I personally was gripped by it! Sofia with an F joins us today with her wit and humor for an episode exploring this couple, analyzing their relationship, and wondering...what exactly does Amber have that makes the 'most powerful man in the world' fall to his knees? 2:32 First impressions of Am...

This week we explore the various bad girl (and good girl) eras of pop stars, and how one can do a bad girl era "right". We then take a mini deep dive into Jojo Siwa, her current "rebrand" and what her life has been like up until her "bad girl era" Timestamps: 3:52 Well done bad girl eras 13:06 Poorly done bad girl eras 25:15 From bad girl to good girl switches 29:10 Diving into Jojo Siwa 54:52 Odd...

This week I explore your favorite artist's favorite artist! Chappell Roan is a rising star shot out of a cannon and we dive all into her start, her upbringing, her musical history, and more. We also take on the "industry plant" allegations that seem to hit every new artist lately. What does this word mean? And does it apply to Chappell? 3:28 Spotify is deffo pushing certain artists 9:24 Diving int...

I chat with Steffany Strange in this episode about a host of paranormal topics! From celebrities needing energetic protection as they rise in fame, to celebrities who have converted from the paranormal to Christianity, to randonautica stories and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we kickoff Brat Summer by exploring the Brat Charli XCX album and all about Charli! From her wild raving teenage years, to her dating history, blind items and more. Also, we talk a bit in this episode about all of the summer pop girlies and the differences and similarities between them! 0:00 Intro and thoughts on pop stars this summer 3:36 Pop girls are being very lyrically authentic lately...

This week Tinx joins us to explore theories behind why celebrities (and us regular folks) have seemed to stop hitting the club scene. Is it cost related, cell phone related, or something else? Together we chat about celebrities who still party, and how it seems like partying has changed from generation to generation. Check out Tinx's podcast! 0:00 Introducing Tinx! 4:50 Why aren’t celebrities club...

This week we explore the celebrity couple everyone is talking about: Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan! Their public romance has been all over the MET Gala, Coachella, and recently Barry starred in her latest music video! However, the internet has stories of Barry's character and they...aren't so Mr. Nice Guy. 0:00 Intro of them 12:52 Their “official” timeline 19:35 Did he “abandon his wife and...

Join myself and Patty Pop Culture as we explore some of the more niche and outlandish celebrity conspiracy theories that exist out there. From celebrities as CIA intelligence plants, to celebrities faking their death and more, we explore it all. 0:00 Catching up and Kendrick & Drake 7:31 Which types of conspiracy theories are you into? 11:15 Our favorite pop culture conspiracy theory 14:56 Celebri...

My new obsession is Survivor and this week Torry joins me again to discuss it as our resident superfan! Together we dive into: 2:57 What makes someone good at Survivor? 8:16 101 on Survivor 16:35 What do they get on the island? 22:05 What the winners get 28:15 Aquadumping 35:25 Discussing Season 46 1:03:50 Discussing Season 47  1:09:30 Legal issues on Survivor  1:06:09 All about Jeff Probst  1:22:...

With the new Elle series on the horizon, we take this week to peek into Reese Witherspoon - her rise to fame, her impressive resume, her dating history, and more! 0:00 The new Elle show on Amazon 4:21 Intro to Reese Witherspoon 12:09 Reese’s dating history 20:08 Reese’s blind items Take your hair, body & lifestyle routines to the next level with OUAI's award-winning products and signature scents....

Curious about what's been doing on with the Drake and Kendrick Lamar diss tracks? I'll walk you through a 101 of their 'beef' history, the allegations in their songs, which ones hold up, and more! 1:18 Thoughts on celebrity internet beef 6:48 Drake and Kendrick’s beef history 32:18 Diving into the Ozempic allegations 34:36 Millie Bobby Brown allegations 51:08 Blind items Elevate your hair wellness...

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This week Susanna Vogel and I take a trip down memory lane with the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. We discuss the books, movies, and the gossip and drama between the cast members! 0:00 Intro of the book and characters 7:26 Facts on the book 18:16 Casting of the movie 29:30 Fun facts 31:05 Gossip about the cast 43:17 Amber Tamblyn  1:01:47 Alexis Bledel 1:05:49 America Ferrera 1:08:26 Blake Liv...