Jam Session

Kim Kardashian flew 20 of her closest friends to a private island in Tahiti for her 40th birthday, as you do (1:00). The Casamigos Halloween party was canceled this year due to COVID-19, so we make some predictions for what celebs would have dressed up as (10:27). Plus, Spooky Cringe Mode continues with ‘The Craft’ (19:09), and what’s going on with the menu for Drake’s 34th birthday party (39:18)?...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins are celebrating the women of Hollywood. They weigh in on Shonda Rhimes’s profile in The Hollywood Reporter in which she announced she’s leaving ABC (2:00), and discuss Lauren Conrad’s article in The Strategist (20:30), Chrissy Teigen’s essay explaining her pregnancy loss, and Emily Ratajkowski’s essay announcing her pregnancy (33:00). Learn more about your ad choic...

Some of Tea Time's greatest nemeses, like Chris Pratt and Quibi, were defeated this week (1:00). Tea Time has some Halloween costume ideas for you, including a murder hornet and Max Ehrich sitting on a beach (11:08). Keeping with the Halloween spirit, this week's Cringe Mode is 'Twitches,' with a special guest (19:03). And will 'The Bradshaw Bunch' be the next 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' (48...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins partake in a 'Jam Session' edition of show and tell. They discuss their current pop culture consumptions including the book 'The Secret History,' the show 'The Boys,' Meghan and Harry on the 'Teenage Therapy' podcast, and much more. Plus, a Dominic West and Lily James check-in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Inspired by Max Ehrich's clearly staged paparazzi photos at the beach where he proposed to Demi Lovato, we revisit some of our favorite staged celebrity photos (1:00). Older celebrities like Mandy Patinkin and Stevie Nicks are now joining TikTok (10:39). We talk about the feminist horror movie 'Jennifer's Body' for this week's Cringe Mode (18:31), and when is too early for Christmas music (38:42)?...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss the recent paparazzi photos of Dominic West and Lily James in Rome, which precipitated West’s emergency press conference with his Catherine FitzGerald (0:30). Then they discuss Meghan and Harry settling their U.S. court case (21:50), J.Lo’s skin care and beauty routine that includes about 90 products (39:20), and the highly anticipated trailer for the telev...

Celebrities really want you to vote, and they're reminding you with $700 "vote" boots and thirst traps (1:00). It's only October, but Netflix released its holiday movie slate, so we need to talk about it (12:22). And for this week's Cringe Mode we're talking about the best Amanda Bynes movie, 'She's the Man' (22:37). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad c...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss the phenomenon that is the Netflix series ‘Emily in Paris.’ They break down its appeal to certain age groups (3:10), the way it fits into the Netflix ecosystem (8:15), and the amount of coverage of the show (33:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Armie Hammer did a photoshoot in GQ that could only be described as having “divorced dad energy” (1:00). It’s October, so we’re going to revisit some of Harrison Ford’s iconic Halloween costumes (12:56). Grab a glass of wine and ‘Fifty Shades of Grey,’ because we’re talking about the iconic movie ‘Book Club’ (17:47). Plus, some music recommendations to take you into the weekend (43:11). Hosts: Liz...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins dive deep through the internet to discuss country band Little Big Town (1:22), 'The Hills' reality stars Whitney Port and Lauren Conrad (10:20), Lily Collins's upcoming role in ‘Emily in Paris’ (18:50), and much more. Plus, a Meghan and Harry update, of course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a special edition of ‘Ringer Dish,’ Kate Halliwell talks all things K-pop following the release of SuperM’s debut album, ‘Super One.’ She’s joined by The Ringer’s Isaac Lee and K-pop writer Alexis Hodoyán to recap and reminisce about the first year of the group (1:55). Then, Penske Media’s Kristine Kwak and Refinery29’s Natalie Morin join to review the album (30:47), talk about the mysterious S...

Both 'Dancing with the Stars' and 'The Masked Singer' have returned with many meme-able moments (1:00). Gigi and Zayn's baby is finally here and no one knows how old Alexa Demie is (11:40). 'Magic Mike XXL' is undoubtedly the better 'Magic Mike' movie (20:17), and once again we must ask: Are the stans OK (42:05)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choic...

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins recap the 2020 Emmys. They discuss the celebrities that joined virtually from their homes, the awards received and speeches given, and the precedent that has been set for award shows (0:28). Then they discuss Julia Roberts moving to San Francisco (14:00), the live read of 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High' (21:50), and an update from Meghan and Harry’s lawsuit (30:45)....

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...