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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Latest episode

Jul 4, 2026

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Episodes

Congratulations to Jonathan Bailey — We Mean It! 05.11.2025

This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda start with a brand new segment: Wicked Watch! The two begin the countdown of ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere and discuss Jonathan Bailey being voted People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive (1:36). Next, Juliet and Amanda address Prince Andrew getting stripped of his title (10:45) and check in on Harry and Meghan in Los Angeles (14:00). Then the two dive into “Co...

Lily Allen’s ‘West End Girl,’ ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, and WeWoreWhat’s Wedding | We’re Obsessed 31.10.2025

Lily Allen really came through this week! Jodi and Nora start off this week with some updates from the archives, including the latest details on the Louvre heist (10:20), some new information about RFK Jr.’s diet (21:15), and Jordon Hudson’s latest feud with Michael Lombardi (24:45). Then, they dig deep into Lily Allen’s revelatory new album, ‘West End Girl,’ which details the dissolution of her m...

Lily Allen's Album Is, in Fact, That Savage. Plus, Jennifer Lawrence's Press Strategy, What Is Vogue World, and Gray T-Shirt Updates | Jam Session 28.10.2025

This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda dive right in, beginning with the candid New Yorker profile on Jennifer Lawrence—which covers everything from motherhood to new movie roles to her refreshingly honest take on getting a boob job (1:19)! Next, they try to parse Vogue World 2025—who showed up, what everyone wore, and why Vogue put this on (25:40). Then, they dig into Lily Allen’s explicit n...

The Louvre Heist, 6-7 Meme, and Jennifer Lopez’s Vendetta Against Virgos | We’re Obsessed 24.10.2025

It’s Ringer Core Week, and the girls are together in person!! They start off with a report from Core Week on what culture our colleagues have been asking about the most, including ‘Love Is Blind’ Denver (10:30), the 6-7 meme (20:25), and Gen Z wearing billowing workout pants instead of leggings (27:52). Then they talk about an incredible week of Real Headlines That Sound Fake, including Law Roach’...

Everything We Know About Victoria Beckham’s Grey T-Shirt | Jam Session 21.10.2025

This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda kick things off with an examination of Sabrina Carpenters’s lack of pants (2:01). Then it's on to the red carpet of the 5th Annual Academy Gala and the crisis in publicity photos(11:34). Next, they update on the friendship( or lack thereof) between Blake Lively and Taylor Swift (19:26), and Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber's ongoing divide (21:58). Lastly,...

‘None of My Business’ With Sophia Benoit 20.10.2025

As a bonus, we’re sharing a preview of The Ringer’s newest podcast, None of My Business, featuring friend of We’re Obsessed Sophia Benoit. Each week, Sophia and her cohost, Kelsey June Jensen, are joined by a rotating cast of funny people to bring you real-life sex and relationship stories, anonymously. This week, we’re joined by one of our favorite comedians, Charlie Bardey, to discuss stories fr...

Charli XCX and Taylor Swift Are Making Tour Films, King Kylie Returns, and ‘Bachelor Mansion Takeover’ | We’re Obsessed 17.10.2025

It’s a “What if Hillary Won?” type of week! Jodi and Nora start off with the skeletal renderings of Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick and a tribute to the icon, Diane Keaton (0:10), before talking about two celebrities who just couldn’t help but be themselves this week: Alec Baldwin and his car crash (12:42), and Kim Kardashian and her new line of faux pubic-hair thongs (22:35). Then, they talk abo...

Is Taylor Swift Getting Married in Rhode Island? And Who Designed Victoria Beckham’s Perfect Gray Tee? | Jam Session 14.10.2025

This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda kick things off with their thoughts on Victoria Beckham’s new Netflix doc, 'Victoria Beckham,' breaking down their favorite moments, fashion highlights, and everything in between (1:24). Then it’s off to the high seas with Katy Perry, her vintage yacht, and her make-out sesh with Justin Trudeau (25:08). Next up: The two talk Taylor Swift post–'The Life o...

‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Is Here!!!! | We’re Obsessed 10.10.2025

Y’all better knock on wood! We know what you’re here for, but you know we have to start off with Hilaria Baldwin’s elimination from ‘Dancing With the Stars’ (2:30), this very haunting season of ‘Love Is Blind’ in Denver (8:20), Club Chalamet’s reaction to ‘Marty Supreme’ premiering at the NYFF (16:55), and Tyra Banks’s new business in Australia (27:30). Then, they dive into a track-by-track reacti...

We Like Taylor Swift's New Album | Jam Session 09.10.2025

This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda kick things off with thoughts on Taylor Swift’s new album, 'The Life of a Showgirl' (2:43), before diving into rumors that Taylor and Travis might be tying the knot at Ocean House in Rhode Island (23:00). Next, they discuss J.Lo and Ben Affleck’s red carpet reunion (30:22) and share updates on Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s separation (32:49). They weig...

‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Anticipation, Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show, and Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Announce Their Divorce | We’re Obsessed 03.10.2025

The revolution will be podcasted!! Jodi starts off with her rapture over Paul Thomas Anderson’s new film, ‘One Battle After Another,’ and Nora wonders whether she had some stolen valor this weekend (1:35). Then they talk about their pre–‘The Life of a Showgirl’ jitters and the bizarre wedding rumor going around the internet (12:35). They also check in on a few developing stories, including Bad Bun...

What’s Going On With Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban and More | Jam Session 30.09.2025

Juliet and Amanda return this week with a packed episode—now on video—to break down the latest in celebrity news and pop culture buzz. First up, they discuss the recent celebrity separation between Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban (1:30). Then, it’s time to celebrate—Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are officially married (10:18)! Next, they touch on some quick hits, including Meryl Streep turning heads...

The Rapture, American Girl Doll of Year, and What to Watch Now That 'TSITP' Is Over | We’re Obsessed 26.09.2025

Are y’all still there? Did you get raptured? No? We didn't, either. Nora and Jodi start off with the rapture that was announced on a podcast and, as far as we’re aware, did not happen (0:30). Then they move on to some stories that are just so 2025, including Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension (14:03), the ’Dawson’s Creek' reunion (24:41), more victims of the ‘Jennifer Hudson Show’ spirit tunnel (30:33), an...

'Bring It On' Turns 25, and 'Dawson's Creek' Is Forever | Jam Session 23.09.2025

Juliet and Amanda are back this week—now on video!—to break down the latest in celebrity news and pop culture. First up, Amanda shares her experience moderating the star-studded panel at the ‘Bring It On’ 25th-anniversary screening at Alamo Drafthouse (yes, it was iconic) (4:34). Then Juliet gives us the scoop on the one-night-only 'Dawson’s Creek' reunion (nostalgia alert!) and charity event in p...

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Finale, Taylor Frankie Paul is ‘The Bachelorette,’ and The Emmys | We’re Obsessed 19.09.2025

Can you see us this week? Yes, you can! Jodi and Nora embark on their first ever full video episode to bring you just the absolute best of the best in culture. They start off with a big beautiful Emmys roundup (4:08), including everything ‘The Pitt,’ the incredible news that Taylor Frankie Paul is the new ‘Bachelorette’ (21:51), and a quick check-in on what fresh hell ‘9-1-1’ is cooking up over on...

Taylor Swift, British GQ, & Selena Gomez | Jam Session 16.09.2025

Taylor Swift, British GQ, and Selena Gomez | Jam Session The ladies return, now on video, to discuss this week’s pop culture moments, starting with Taylor Swift showing her fiancé support at the Eagles vs. Chiefs game (3:38) and the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni lawsuit (9:51). Next, the ladies talk the new British GQ cover story featuring “14 very modern icons on the state of the nation” (11:55...

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Penultimate Episode, ‘White Lotus’ Season 4 Setting Reveal, and the “Wuthering Heights” Trailer | We’re Obsessed 12.09.2025

An episode for the big and small screen … and also France! Nora is first joined by Joanna Robinson and a very special guest to talk all about their thoughts on Season 3 of ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ leading up to the finale next week (0:40). Then, Jo and Nora catch up on all things movies and television, including the insane “Wuthering Heights” teaser trailer (53:45), anticipation for ‘The Morni...

The Meghan Markle Jam Has Arrived 10.09.2025

WE ARE BACK! Jam Session is officially back with your favorite ladies, Amanda and Juliet, and they’re kicking things off with a very special episode. That’s right: THE JAM HAS ARRIVED. Meghan Markle’s ‘As Ever’ jam has officially hit Jam Session, and the ladies are here for a full unboxing and live taste test (34:21). Before they dig into the jam, Juliet gives a quick update on motherhood and what...

Cardi B Trial, Jordon Hudson Updates, and ‘Unknown Number’ | We’re Obsessed 05.09.2025

Celebrities … they’re not like us! Nora and Jodi first lament the end of summer and the great tennis tournament that ushers in fall (0:41). Then, they really hand it to the celebrities who are making waves this week, including Donald Trump and the rumors of his death (9:23), Sydney Sweeney and her inadvisable dating choices (18:04), Harry Styles and his rumored relationship with Zoe Kravitz (24:24...

Taylor Swift Is Engaged, ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty,’ and ‘With Love, Meghan’ | We’re Obsessed 29.08.2025

It’s a girl week MEGA-EPISODE!!! Nora is back with Jodi, where she belongs. First, they talk about some Instagram topic suggestions from listeners that are on the niche side (7:18) and a few delusional women whom we nonetheless love and support, such as Lana Del Rey, Club Chalamet, Caleb Hearon’s she/they army, and ourselves for being fooled by the Benson Boone Adele dub (15:10). Then, they dive i...

MAJOR UPDATE: TRAVIS KELCE AND TAYLOR SWIFT ARE ENGAGED | Jam Session 28.08.2025

Amanda is back with an emergency episode to discuss Travis Kelce’s proposal to Taylor Swift, with a very special guest (listen to hear who it is)! The two discuss the announcement, the photos, the ring, some conspiracies, and more! The ladies also touch on a few celebrity updates and some jams toward the end! We will be back regularly starting September 7th! Hosts: Amanda DobbinsGuest: A very spec...

The ‘Summer I Turned Pretty’ Extravaganza and ‘30 Rock’–Ass Headlines | We’re Obsessed 22.08.2025

You asked, we delivered! Welcome to the ‘Summer I Turned Pretty’ extravaganza with special guest Sophia Benoit. But first, they talk about some of Sophia’s 2025 predictions that have seemingly come true (0:35) and go through some headlines that don’t sound fake but do sound like something Jack Donaghy would say to Liz Lemon in ‘30 Rock’ (15:06). Then, Jodi and Sophia dive headfirst into everything...

'The Life of a Showgirl,' Club Chalamet Returns to the Fold, and 'Weapons' | We're Obsessed 15.08.2025

It’s a day for the divas! Jodi and Nora first get into law-yer loy-er-gate and read some real headlines that sound fake, but make it diva (9:18). Then, it’s the big unavoidable glaring gigantic story of the week: Taylor Swift announced her new album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl,’ on her boyfriend’s podcast (30:10). Finally, Jodi explains a beautiful still of hot dogs from the movie ‘Weapons’ that circ...

Biglaw Biter Boots on the Ground, Matt Rife and the Annabelle Doll, and 'The Hunting Wives' | We’re Obsessed 08.08.2025

It’s been a huge week for the female gaze (and gays)! Jodi and Nora begin by supplying some insider info about Big Law’s favorite biter (1:55) before recapping a few cursed news headlines from this week, including Matt Rife purchasing the Connecticut home and occult museum of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren (13:42). Then they discuss the potential return of culture from the mid-201...

Happy Birthday J.Lo, Hormbles Chormbles, Sydney Sweeney Eugenics, and Heavy on the Hater’s Corner | We’re Obsessed 01.08.2025

This episode is for all the haters out there! Nora and Jodi dive into Instagram politics by talking about Jodi’s extra-late Beyoncé photo dump (01:19) before getting into reader’s corner, where they get more info on J.Lo’s Leo-season birthday celebrations (08:38), learn about K-pop demon hunter songs of the summer (16:21), and share what they would put on their merch (18:02). They spend most of th...

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