Miss Understood with Rachel Uchitel

People online love to breakdown pop culture, but nobody does it quite like today's guest, Meredith Lynch. Meredith became a Tik Tok star doing deep dives into questionable behavior by celebrities and beauty brands, so much so that she was served with two cease and desist letters.  She exposed Rachel Zoe's subscription boxes, Bethenny Frankel's list of trademarks, and how private equity uses our da...

She published her first book before she was 10 years old and now with many more to her credit, Carrie Berk is releasing her latest and greatest, My Real Life Rom Com.  With over 900,000 followers on Instagram and almost 4 million on TikToK, to say Carrie is an Influencer is an understatement.  Her exercise videos and beauty reviews launched her on social media, but it's her work with Nobully.org t...

Judith Bishop breaks down the misconceptions of legalized assisted suicide for the terminally ill. Judith spent her career as a midwife, helping bring countless babies into the world.  Although she retired, she was not done helping families.  Now she helps them in a different way, she volunteers to aid individuals who are terminally ill with ending their life through legalized assisted suicide. We...

Today's episode features the former Mayor of New York, Rudy Giuliani, and some very personal stories told by Rachel Uchitel, who lost her fiance in the world trade center when she was just 26 years old. On this anniversary of 9/11, we pay homage to those lives lost and those who survived.  Whatever your feelings are towards the Rudy Giuliani of today, no one can take away the enormous impact he ha...

“The Real World” debuted on MTV in the spring of 1992 and changed the face of television. We all wanted to be a “stranger” picked to live in a “house” and have our lives taped. This week’s guest, Eric Nies, was one of those lucky strangers who started it all! He skyrocketed to fame and experienced the good and the bad. His journey took him to a very unexpected place when he found the healing power...

Today we are doing an encore of one of our faves... Kato Kaelin!  We all met him during the trial of the century, but he is so much more than just the headlines he made over twenty years ago. Kato shared stories about that fateful night, his life in LA and so much more!  It's a great listen, so check it out! Follow Kato on social media Instagram- Kato Kaelin Twitter (X)- Kato Kaelin ——————————————...

Deconstructing America’s biggest scandals is foreplay to A.J. Benza. This Gossip OG has been doing just that for decades.  As a Journalist and TV host Benza is known for speaking his mind and not holding anything back, and on this episode with Rachel, he does not disappoint.  From Lizzo to Britney, Trump to Harvey Weinstein, Taylor Swift to Scooter Braun… He spills it all!  A.J. also shares his vi...

Growing up a true California kid, Jeremy Jackson wanted nothing more than to be an entertainer, and as Hobie on the iconic “Baywatch,” he did just that. He worked alongside David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson during the show's explosion. He opens up to Rachel about the dark side of fame, the high highs and the very low lows, and how each misstep brought him to exactly where he’s supposed to be. J...

Melissa Rivers talks friends, fashion, motherhood and so much more! Mom to Mom, Melissa gives Rachel advice on raising a teen and shares insights into her own relationship with her famous mom, Joan Rivers. Rachel and Melissa share what they've learned about grief and how they each moved forward. We delve into her love of fashion, her time on the red carpet and what she thinks of today’s celebs sty...

Have you ever wondered how to break into the world of Only Fans and see if you can actually create your own side hustle?!  Courtney Tillia, wife, parent, and teacher for children with behavioral problems was hardly making enough money between her and her husband (also a teacher)  to keep the family afloat. In this episode, she discusses her drastic career change to life coach and only fans model,...

Join Rachel in this exclusive interview where Mike Shouhed pulls back the curtain on 'Shahs of Sunset,' recounting its humble beginnings marked by low pay and uncertainty. Mike reveals the how he navigated the reality TV game and shares a deep dive into the show's cancellation and life since.  Rachel and Mike discuss the everything from the impact of producers, the editing game, the influence of a...

Get ready to unlock the secrets of fame and viral success with David Weintraub of the powerhouse DWE Talent!  David has dominated the entertainment industry for years, covering everything from talent representation to film and TV production, publicity, and brand management.  Weintraub is the mastermind behind some of the biggest talent deals in the pop culture scene, and he's produced an impressiv...

Matt Barnes is an NBA Champ who has played with more than half a dozen teams in the league, but today Rachel gets to the heart of this multi-faceted - and often "misunderstood”- icon. They discuss growing up surrounded by racism, Kobe Bryant, the Donald Sterling Clippers scandal, the infamous Oscars slap, parenting in a blended family, and so much more. Catch Matt Barnes on,  "All The Smoke" here...

Today we are welcoming back for his THIRD appearance on the show - special guest David Yontef, host of the popular podcast "Behind the Velvet Rope". Together, we are diving headfirst into the latest legal drama unfolding in the reality TV industry. With roughly 80 cast members alleging mistreatment by the Peacock Network and its subsidiary Bravo, the fight for justice is being led by none other th...

Today I am absolutely thrilled to be sharing with you the recent interview I did with the legendary Tim Storey, a world renowned life coach, speaker, and author who has helped transform the lives of some of the most iconic celebrities in the world. Tim has worked with stars like Kanye West, Oprah, Robert Downey, Jr., and Charlie Sheen, just to name a few. But you don't have to be famous to appreci...

Welcome to Happy Hour with Miss Understood!  This week, Rachel and Kelli are catching up after missing last week's chat sesh! The ladies recap this week's episodes, which include veteran NY Private Investigator, Bo Dietl, as well as Jay Godfrey of Nushama, a clinic specializing in Ketamine therapy for metal health. They chat about 2 shocking court cases in the news - Taylor Schabusiness and Lori V...

Jay Godfrey, founder of NUSHAMA , a groundbreaking wellness center in New York, joins us today to shed light on the current trend of psychedelic therapy for mental health issues like PTSD and depression. Have you been seeing articles popping up about psychedelics lately and wondered what it all means? Well, let's dive in! We'll explore what ketamine is, what it does, and how it is being used as a...

Today's guest - the one and only Bo Dietl - is one of the most highly decorated detectives in the history of the New York City Police Department. With over 1400 arrests and an impressive collection of 62 over medals, he has truly made the city a safer place. But that's not all - he's also an author, actor, advocate, podcast host, and a well-respected private investigator. In this episode, he takes...

Hey everyone & happy Friday! This is a travel week for the show, so no Happy Hour with Rachel and Kelli! :-( Instead, we are bringing you a special interview that Brian Howie of "The Great Love Debate" Podcast did recently with Rachel. This time, SHE'S the one getting interviewed all about love and relationships! Rachel and Kelli will be back next week with Friday Happy Hour! See you then! --- ---...

Our special guest today is none other than Nik Richie - the renowned blogger, author, and internet sensation who shook up the entertainment and media scene with his groundbreaking online gossip website, TheDirty.com, back in 2007. Love him or loathe him, this man is not afraid to make waves. We share a riveting conversation, delve into his 2015 multiple sclerosis diagnosis, talk about many of the...

Ten years ago this week, the Anthony Weiner sex scandal rocked the nation. At the heart of the controversy was Sydney Leathers, a young woman embroiled in an intimate, long-distance relationship with Weiner, despite never meeting him in person. Overnight, Sydney's life was forever altered when details of her relationship with Weiner surfaced on Nik Richie's scandalous gossip website, TheDirty.com....

Welcome to Happy Hour with Miss Understood!  This week, Rachel and Kelli are catching up after their busy two weeks of podcast travel! They tell you all the details of their trip to New York, where Rachel interviewed Bo Dietl and Jay Godfrey of Nushama, a clinic specializing in Ketamine therapy for metal health. Rachel also discusses Raquel Leviss's time at the same mental health facility she spen...

Today we welcome Mariah Harmony of Pitbulls and Parolees and Moto Maidens to the show! Mariah is a woman of many talents and passions. She is a reality star, a fashion enthusiast, a tattoo lover and a pit bull rescuer.  Today we discuss how her family began its partnership with Animal Planet for the series Pit Bulls & Parolees. We talk about what it is like to work alongside her mother, Tia Torres...

Welcome to a very special episode, ripped straight out of the headlines! Today, true crime journalist and serial killer expert Billy Jensen is here to break down all the details of the Gilgo Beach murders and the long-awaited arrest of who is known as the Long Island Serial Killer, Rex Heuermann. Billy was the host of the Discovery+ TV series and podcast titled, "Unraveled: The Long Island Serial...

Welcome to Happy Hour with Miss Understood!  This week, Rachel and Kelli are coming to you LIVE from Rachel's kitchen, chatting about their week and sipping some bubbly! This week's episode is sponsored by Le Kool Champagne , created by Robert "Kool" Bell of the band Kool and The Gang! You can learn all about their champagne by going to their website https://lekoolchampagne.com/ Be sure to follow...