Jam Session

We make a few predictions for the summer, like trends to watch this summer (1:00) and who the biggest It Girls will be (10:55). Then, we open up the mailbag to answer questions about our current skin care favorites (28:36), celebrities we'd like to see date just for the drama (39:52), and who we'd choose to be the hosts of the next Met Gala (43:57). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wed...

As 'Barry' reaches its series finale, Erika is joined by creative strategist and screenwriter Jamal Dauda to tackle the question of what it takes to actually be friends with a hitman and whether 'Barry' even has any friends. If you have any thoughts about the friendships in 'Barry' or anything else we talked about, send us an email at whataboutyourfriendspod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @w...

The ladies return with a special episode of Jam Session and their 2023 book recommendations! They break down some of the few books that didn’t hit all the marks for their taste (0:42), discuss the ways in which current modern literary fiction is being portrayed (6:49), share their 2023 book recommendations (11:29), and finally share which books they are most looking forward to reading this year! (...

Keith Urban made a TikTok at the Taylor Swift concert and accidentally filmed Phoebe Bridgers and Bo Burnham making out in the process (1:00). Taylor Lautner and his wife—also named Taylor Lautner—are launching a podcast about mental health (17:05). We have some spring streaming recommendations for you, including 'XO Kitty' and 'Jury Duty' (26:36). And what's going on with the facial smoothing in...

Further exploring the theme of platonic friendships between men and women in pop culture, Erika is joined first by Steven to talk about the concept of “my person” that ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ brought us, and whether that type of friendship is possible between a man and woman (0:30). Then, she’s joined by writer Rae Witte to deep-dive Alex Karev and Meredith Grey’s friendship evolution (14:35). If you hav...

Amanda and Juliet are at it again, this week to discuss a plethora of celebrity news. Hitting on Beyoncé’s rumored foot injury after her show in Sweden (0:47), Martha Stewart on the cover of 'Sports Illustrated' (6:45), Rihanna and ASAP Rocky’s son RZA’s birthday celebration (13:36), Kate Middleton appearing at Eurovision (20:22), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Wh...

This week on social media, we got introduced to "WaterTok," and Janelle Monáe released a video teaser for her new album (1:00). Shakira was spotted hanging out with Tom Cruise at the F1 Miami Grand Prix and also on a boat ride with Lewis Hamilton (13:47). In honor of Taylor Swift and Matty Healy, we investigate some of the most chaotic celebrity rebounds (20:18). And which celebrity would you trus...

Erika and Steven dive into the world of frenemies by examining their own experiences with this type of friendship and their favorite portrayals on screen including, ‘Paid in Full,’ ‘The Office,’ ‘Mean Girls,’ reality television, and more.  If you have had a frenemy in school, at work, or anywhere else, let us know all about it at whataboutyourfriendspod@gmail.com. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven O...

The ladies dish out their reviews of King Charles III’s coronation, from Prince Harry's solo walk down the aisle to Meghan’s Montecito hike to the ceremonial disrobing to a surprise Tom Cruise appearance (0:30). Then, they give their thoughts on Taylor Swift’s new boyfriend, Matty Healy, from the 1975 (28:05) and Kevin Costner’s divorce statement (32:25). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Pr...

We talk about some of our favorite looks from this year's Met Gala, including Doja Cat's very full commitment to being a cat (1:00). Another week, another rumor about whom Taylor Swift might be dating: This time, it's 1975 front man Matty Healy (17:49). In honor of the film's 20th anniversary, this week's Cringe Mode is 'The Lizzie McGuire Movie' (24:18). And did Ed Sheeran lie about not being abl...

On the heels of the ‘Snowfall’ series finale, Erika and Steven dive into how the themes of loyalty and sacrifice between family members and coworkers in the drug trade are portrayed in pop culture. If you have thoughts on ‘Snowfall,’ ‘Narcos,’ or anything we talked about in this episode, email us at whataboutyourfriendspod@gmail.com. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Producer: Sasha Ashall T...

The ladies are back to discuss the 2023 Met Gala, whose theme, “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty," was inspired by the German fashion designer. Juliet and Amanda cover who was who at this year's gala, their favorite outfits, favorite accessories and designers, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...

For some reason, Sofia Richie's wedding is suddenly all over TikTok (1:00). James Corden's run on the ‘Late Late Show’ is ending this week with a lot of promised special guests (16:03). Many stars—like Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Glenn Powell, and Sydney Sweeney—were hanging out at CinemaCon 2023 this week (24:14). And will you try the new Starbucks drink with olive oil in it (36:09)? Hosts: Liz...

This week, Erika and Steven start our series on depictions of platonic friendships between men and women in pop culture with one of the most iconic tone-setting movies on the topic, ‘When Harry Met Sally …’ (00:30). Then Erika sits down with Ringer rom-com expert Juliet Litman to talk about how this movie’s depiction of friendship affected her own ideas about relationships (14:10). If you have tho...

Juliet and Amanda return to discuss a plethora of celebrity news and gossip, getting into it first with Melanie Lynskey’s interview on her and Kate Winslet’s heartbreaking friendship breakup after filming ‘Heavenly Creatures’ in 1994. Next they discuss what is rumored to be Taylor Swift moving on quickly from Joe Alwyn and on to F1 racer Fernando Alonso (but nothing is confirmed). The ladies also...

Leonardo DiCaprio was photographed hanging out with Irina Shayk at Coachella, and Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello were photographed kissing (1:00). Hailey Bieber debuted a new cooking show this week that looks very similar to the one Selena Gomez has (15:54). In honor of the Disney Channel's 40th anniversary, we're ranking its best original movies (25:32). And should Rachel McAdams have been in 'I...

Erika is joined this week by Rachel Lindsay, host of ‘Higher Learning’ and ‘Morally Corrupt’ at The Ringer, to break down the friend group dynamics and girl code implications from the most shocking scandal in the reality television world this year, the “Scandoval” from ‘Vanderpump Rules.’ If you’d like to give your thoughts on the girl code, blowing up a friend group, or anything else we talked ab...

The ladies return to Jam Session this week with a lot of celebrity and pop culture news to discuss, starting off with the technical disaster that was Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind’ live reunion that everyone across the nation had been anticipating and was quickly let down by (1:48). Then the ladies get into Coachella festival happenings, discussing who was performing and what celebrities were spotted i...

It's been almost a week since news broke that Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn had broken up, and there have been many theories about why in the time since (1:00). Millie Bobby Brown is engaged to Jake Bongiovi, the son of Jon Bon Jovi, and Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet are rumored to be dating (27:28). Kim Kardashian will be starring in the next season of 'American Horror Story' (34:59). And does...

Erika is joined by storyteller and music industry veteran Naima Cochrane to dive deep into what it means for friends to reinforce or support each other’s toxic behavior through the lens of Irina and Micah’s friendship on ‘Love Is Blind’ Season 4. Then, Erika and Steven take a look into the mailbag for the first time and talk through listener stories and suggestions. If you have your own thoughts o...

The ladies are back this week with the latest news in Hollywood and the U.K. First, they react to Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn’s official breakup that was announced this past Saturday and what that means for the pop star (0:36). They then discuss the upcoming coronation for King Charles III and give their thoughts on The Guardian’s Cost of the Crown series (14:01). Finally, the two report on the can...

The full trailer for the ‘Barbie’ movie dropped this week and spawned many new memes along with it (1:00). Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny were photographed on a horse riding date (11:15). This week’s Cringe Mode is the 2004 Anne Hathaway movie ‘Ella Enchanted’ (17:51). And what’s the point of a whole TV special about Kourtney Kardashian’s wedding (38:49)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia...

Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello explore the intricacies and delicate situations that arise when your friendships are intertwined with your craft or work. Then Erika is joined by Jeff and Eric Rosenthal of ItsTheReal to get real about how their work has affected their friendships, how they think about friendship, and how they maintain friendships through intense creative projects. If you have your...

The ladies are back and ready to dish out the latest and greatest in celebrity news. They start off with Gwyneth Paltrow’s viral moment during her recent ski crash trial, where she sarcastically wishes the man who was suing her, Terry Sanderson, well. Next, the two discuss Reese Witherspoon recently filing for divorce from Jim Toth, Jennifer Lawrence’s assistant's new staffing agency, the final ep...

Gwyneth Paltrow's ski trial may be over, but the memes it produced will last forever (1:00). Emily Ratajkowski and Harry Styles were spotted sloppily making out in Tokyo (14:54). In honor of it's 25th anniversary, this week's Cringe Mode is ‘Ever After’ (26:35). And why is Emma Roberts doing sponcon for milk (41:54)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Le...