The Ringer

Jam Session

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Jam Session is where pop culture lives. Join Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins every week, as they unpack the biggest celebrity headlines, viral moments, award show highlights, book culture, internet drama, and entertainment news you can't stop scrolling past. Whether we're revisiting legendary tabloid scandals, breaking down the latest industry moves, or discussing the stars everyone's talking about, we've got you covered with insight, humor, and all the details that matter.

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Jul 4, 2026

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Prince Andrew and the Future of the Royal Family. Plus: Scooter Braun vs. Taylor Swift Round 2 and Serena Williams: Influencer | Jam Session 20.11.2019

In a disastrous interview with the BBC last weekend, Prince Andrew attempted to defend his relationship with Jeffery Epstein. We break down the interview and what it means for the future of the royal family (1:19). Taylor Swift is once again feuding with Scooter Braun about whether or not she can perform some of her songs at the American Music Awards (16:59). Plus: Serena Williams is an Instagram...

The Official Post–One Direction Power Rankings | Ringer Dish 19.11.2019

The Official Post–One Direction Power Rankings | Ringer Dish It’s been eight years since One Direction released their first album and four years since the band split up. We evaluate how successful each member of the boy band has been in pursuing a solo career—taking into account the music they have released, their personal life, and their social media presence. Host: Kate Halliwell Guests: Amelia...

People's Sexiest Man, Goop's Gift Guide, and Jennifer Lopez's Candle Budget | Tea Time 15.11.2019

John Legend is this year's People's Sexiest Man, and people on Twitter, mostly Barbara Corcoran, had some thoughts (1:27). Please don't ever propose to us the way the Fat Jew proposed to his wife (15:16). The Goop Gift Guide is finally here, and some ideas include a trip to space and a $16,000 caviar bar (22:08). Plus, where is Jennifer Lopez putting all these candles that she spends $4,000 a mont...

Thoughts on ‘Last Christmas,’ Phoebe Waller-Bridge in Vogue, and Olivia Colman as the Queen | Jam Session 13.11.2019

We saw ‘Last Christmas’ last week and have a lot of thoughts, mostly about where Emilia Clarke’s career is supposed to go after this (1:00). ‘The Crown’ is back on Sunday with Olivia Colman as the Queen of England (16:04), and when will the Phoebe Waller-Bridge fever end (19:04)? Plus: another edition of Wish Them Well (26:37) and some personal recommendations (27:56). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Ama...

‘Love Actually’: A Forum | Ringer Dish 11.11.2019

A safe space to air our feelings about ‘Love Actually,’ including why this movie is actually good (1:33), how Hugh Grant’s character caused Brexit (12:26), some feelings about the sign guy (21:11), and the only pure story line of the movie (32:42). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Jordan Ligons, Amanda Dobbins, Andrew Gruttadaro, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Jane Fonda's Protest Tour, Billie Eilish's Mullet, and Katy Perry's Egyptian Birthday Celebration | Tea Time 08.11.2019

The hottest new celebrity invite is to get arrested with Jane Fonda while protesting climate change (1:25). Matthew McConaughey joined Instagram with an extremely strange video (7:56). Why Emma Watson being "self-partnered" is actually a good thing (17:10), and 10 questions about Katy Perry's 35th birthday celebration (30:07). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about...

Billy Crudup's Comeback, Keanu Reeves's "Age-Appropriate" Girlfriend, and Demi Moore's Book Tour | Jam Session 06.11.2019

'The Morning Show' is here and Billy Crudup is back in our lives and also apparently dating Naomi Watts (1:39). The internet went wild this week when Keanu Reeves showed up to a gala with a woman only nine years his junior (16:24). Demi Moore is still out here promoting her book and talking about her past relationship with Ashton Kutcher (22:01), and we introduce a brand-new segment (38:48)! Hosts...

Jennifer Aniston: From ‘Friends’ to ‘The Morning Show’ | Ringer Dish 04.11.2019

We track Jennifer Aniston’s career and celebrity life from her breakout role as Rachel on ‘Friends’ (2:18), to her marriage and divorce from Brad Pitt (15:36), to her new role on ‘The Morning Show,’ her first foray into prestige TV (28:23). Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Andrew Gruttadaro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If We're Not Trying to Get an Invitation to the Casamigos Halloween Party, Then What Has This Been All About? | Tea Time 01.11.2019

It's November, which means it's officially Christmas season and also time for Vanessa Hudgens to star in another Netflix Christmas movie (2:55). Congratulations to Bill Murray on his new job at the P.F. Chang's in the Atlanta airport (10:30). The Casamigos Halloween party no longer attracts A-list celebrities and honestly we're devastated (11:27), and our favorite celebrity Halloween costumes (15:...

Carly Simon Tells All About Jackie Kennedy and Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Tell All in Vanity Fair | Jam Session 30.10.2019

Carly Simon wrote a memoir about her friendship with Jackie Kennedy that is actually just a memoir about being friends with famous people (1:08). Chrissy Teigen and John Legend’s 'Vanity Fair' cover discusses being a celebrity in the age of Trump (19:13) and Instagram (27:38). Gabrielle Union has won Halloween so everyone else can stop trying now (35:40), and it’s officially Knicks' celebrity row...

If ‘Jesus Is King,’ Who Is Kanye? | Ringer Dish 28.10.2019

After many false alarms, Kanye West’s newest album, ‘Jesus Is King,’ dropped on Friday. We talk about the rollout of the album (3:12), how the last three years of West’s career have brought us to this point (11:56), and what could be next for the rapper (31:35). Hosts: Donnie Kwak and Andrew Gruttadaro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lindsay Lohan Wants Her Furniture Back, Pete Davidson Strikes Again, and Hailey Baldwin Was Definitely Not Talking About Selena Gomez on Instagram | Tea Time 25.10.2019

Cody Simpson apparently used to date Lindsay Lohan's younger sister, and Lohan had a few words to say about that on Instagram this week (3:34). Mike Posner's completing his walk across America was the only pure thing to happen on social media this week (6:25). Pete Davidson was seen having lunch with 18-year-old model Kaia Gerber (13:18), and why is Christian Bale's son nicknamed "Burrito" (24:38)...

What We Learned From the Prince Harry–Meghan Markle Documentary, J. Law’s Autumnal Wedding, and Jake Gyllenhaal: Animal Rescuer | Jam Session 21.10.2019

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle revealed a lot about themselves in an hourlong TV documentary that premiered on Sunday night (1:00); the movie was ostensibly about their tour through Africa but really about how the couple feels about the British press (8:04). Jennifer Lawrence got married to art gallerist Cooke Maroney over the weekend and their guest list was truly star-studded (24:42). Plus, Jake...

Rise and Shine (and Get Shredded) With Tea Time | Tea Time 18.10.2019

It’s October, but that hasn’t stopped Netflix from hyping its Christmas movie lineup (even though it did nothing to promote ‘Tall Girl’) (1:22). Meanwhile, over on social media, Apple+ may or may not have forced Jennifer Aniston to join Instagram, and Kylie Jenner’s melodious wakeup song for Stormi is the alarm we deserve in 2019 (6:30). Then we investigate BULKING SZN, reflect on Judd Apatow and...

‘Succession’ Yacht Watch, War of the WAGs Updates, and David Harbour and Lilly Allen’s Relationship | Jam Session 16.10.2019

‘Succession’ wrapped up its second season with an episode almost entirely set on a massive yacht, and the war of the WAGs saga between Rebekah Vardy and Coleen Rooney continues (0:30). Then, David Harbour of 'Stranger Things' fame is reportedly dating Lilly Allen, and a reporter for Vogue showed up to interview Rihanna with no questions (20:15). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more a...

SuperM Is Here, and You Should Care About Them | Ringer Dish 14.10.2019

Self-dubbed “The Avengers of K-pop,” SM Entertainment’s supergroup SuperM made their grand debut in North America last week. We discuss the team’s composition, the controversy around its formation, the history of Korean artists venturing into the American market, and the music of SuperM. Host: Kate Halliwell Guests: Isaac Lee, Donnie Kwak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

Miley Macks With Cody, 'The Ranch' Might Be a Tragedy, and Bella Thorne Goes Full Throuple (Again) | Tea Time 11.10.2019

Bindi Irwin is set to walk down the aisle with a koala, and Justin Bieber decides it’s a great idea to make fun of Taylor Swift’s post-surgery video. This week’s biggest relationship news involves two former Disney Channel stars: Miley Cyrus, who was caught making out with probable ‘Masked Singer Australia’ contestant Cody Simpson, and Bella Thorne, who has found herself in another throuple. And f...

It’s … a Coleen Rooney–Rebekah Vardy Bonus Pod | Ringer Dish 09.10.2019

We provide context and details on what's going on between Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy, break down Rooney’s account that Vardy is leaking her private stories to tabloids via Instagram, and examine Rooney’s investigatory work. Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Chris Ryan, Kate Lloyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellen and George W. Bush, Ben Affleck and Laurene Powell Jobs, and an Ode to the Instagram Activity Feed | Jam Session 09.10.2019

An image of Ellen and George W. Bush at the Packers-Cowboys game spread around Twitter this weekend, prompting Ellen to address her friendship with the former president on her show. Plus, the “Are they dating?” frenzy around Ben Affleck being seen in public with Laurene Powell Jobs, and an ode to the Instagram activity feed function. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad...

Gigi Hadid Is a Bouncer Now, Kylie Jenner Is Single, and Ansel Elgort Is Looking for More Love | Tea Time 04.10.2019

When a YouTuber crashed the Chanel show at Paris Fashion Week, it was Gigi Hadid who forced her off the runway (1:21). A photo of Post Malone getting flashed at his concert is going viral and of course being memed (7:50). Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott have split (13:33), and why won't celebrities just tell us their real skin care routines (29:13)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedem...

How the British Tabloids Treat Meghan Markle, Plus: a Big Bieber Wedding and Adele’s Potential New Flame | Jam Session 02.10.2019

Meghan Markle is suing the British tabloid Mail on Sunday for publishing a letter she wrote to her father. Prince Harry issued a scathing statement comparing the British tabloid press’s treatment of Markle to that of his mother, Princess Diana (1:04). Hailey Baldwin and Justin Bieber had a second wedding in South Carolina on Monday night and we have some questions (14:00). Adele may be dating the...

Gwyneth Paltrow Is an Icon, Lana Del Rey Is Dating a Cop, and Chris Pratt Is Winning in a Marvel Fantasy Football League | Tea Time 27.09.2019

Diplo hacked into the Jonas Brothers' social media accounts for the most obvious PR stunt ever (10:16). Lana Del Rey is dating a celebrity police officer and Brad Pitt is definitely not dating a jewelry designer (14:55). Fantasy football expert Danny Heifetz joins the show to answer some questions about the Avengers fantasy football league (20:19), and unfortunately we must ask this question: Is i...

Jennifer Lopez’s Star Power, Misha Nonoo’s Wedding, and Jennifer Lawrence’s Amazon Wedding Registry | Jam Session 25.09.2019

A video of Jennifer Lopez closing the Versace fashion show in the iconic green dress went viral last week for all of the right reasons (1:00). Misha Nonoo, fashion designer and noted friend of Meghan Markle, got married in Rome over the weekend. The guest list included Gayle King, Karlie Kloss, and Paul McCartney (13:55). For reasons unbeknownst to us, Jennifer Lawrence has published her wedding r...

The Highs and Lows of the 2019 Emmy Awards | Ringer Dish 23.09.2019

We rank our highs and lows of the 2019 Emmy Awards including the fashion hits and misses (1:30), Phoebe Waller Bridge beating out Julia Louis-Dreyfus for outstanding lead actress in a comedic series (6:09), the in-memoriam segment featuring Halsey (20:07), and Juliet accidentally spoiling ‘Last Christmas’ for Amanda (38:04). Hosts: Juliet Litman, Amanda Dobbins, and Kate Halliwell Learn more about...

Felicity Huffman's Prison Sentence, Zooey Deschanel's New Man, and Victoria Beckham's Avocado Intake | Tea Time 20.09.2019

Felicity Huffman was sentenced to two weeks in jail for her role in the Varsity Blues scandal. We try to figure out how she'll spend her time while she's there (1:31). It's 2019 and Sharpay from 'High School Musical' is finally getting her due (8:29). Summer is over and celebrities are debuting some questionable looks for fall (26:29), and how does Victoria Beckham consume four avocados a day (36:...

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