reCappin' with Delora & Ashley Podcast

This week, we go on a thriller/horror ride with Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien! Join us as we recap the 2026 film, "Send Help" available to stream on Hulu. In this film, an undervalued employee and her horrible boss get stranded on a deserted island together. Shenanigans and wild boar hunts ensue! Check out the full recap to hear our thoughts. (01:57) Feel free, as always, to share your thoughts...

New episode alert! In pop culture headlines and hot topics this week, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's big day may be at Madison Square Garden, RIP Clive Davis, Chase Infiniti is a K-pop video girl, Tom and Zendaya are a fashion power couple during the Spider-Man press tour, and the 2026 BET Awards had many noteworthy moments. (08:04) Stay tuned for our next episode as we discuss the 2026 horror/th...

It finally feels like summer! And we're throwing it back with a replay of the Amazon Prime hit series, "Daisy Jones and the Six!" Stay tuned for a brand new headlines and hot topics episode on Thursday! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sex, Drugs, Rock n' Roll with a love triangle, this week we recap “Daisy Jones and the Six” available on Prime Video (1:...

Hey y’all! We’re officially on summer hours! Delora and Ashley have some fun plans lined up for the rest of June, but we’ll be back with fresh Headlines and Hot Topics on July 2, 2026. In the meantime, keep an eye out for a few replay episodes to hold you over. And Happy Juneteenth! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This week on reCappin’, we recap th...

This week in pop culture headlines, we discuss Tia Mowry hard-launching her new relationship, reports that Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater have called it quits, another Jolie-Pitt kid drops Pitt from their last name, the surprising success of the latest Scary Movie at the box office, and the opening of the Obama Presidential Center (01:00). In hot topics, we celebrate Serena Williams' return to com...

This week, we dive into another true crime documentary. This doc takes place in Ohio with a teen girl driving high speed into the side of a building, killing the other two passengers inside. Check out our recap of "The Crash" available to stream on Netflix. (01:48) Feel free, as always, to share your thoughts, we'd love to hear from you!  Hidden Gems (33:30): "Castaway Diva" (Netflix) We are avail...

This week we welcome a special guest, Angelica, to chat and share her experience attending the Black Romance Book Festival in Atlanta! (2:00) In pop culture headlines, RIP Peabo Bryson, Dua Lipa and Callum Turner tied the knot, Jay-Z's hair caused a commotion as he took to the stage at the Roots picnic, Euphoria wrapped its series finale, Serena Williams announced a return to tennis, and Summer Ho...

This week on reCappin’, we recap Prime Video Hit Show “Off Campus” (01:00) Hidden Gems (01:27:15) Boy Band Confidential (HBO Max) The Crash (Netflix) The Miniature Wife (Peacock) Margo's Got Money Troubles (AppleTV+) “The Deal” novel by Elle Kennedy “Score” novel by Kennedy Ryan “Bed on Fire” song by GFlip “Cinderella” song by Rein Wolf We are available on all podcasting platforms but please follo...

This week in pop culture headlines, we’re bringing the energy as we catch up on our break, Delora takes us inside the Bruno Mars concert experience, Ashley shares her Indy 500 excitement, and we dive into the buzz around the end of Stephen Colbert’s late-night show, plus the online controversy surrounding Dr. Cheyenne Bryant’s credentials. (01:00) In Hot Topics, we’re recapping our time at the 3rd...

The third annual Dayton Black Women's Film Festival is this week!  Grab your tickets, the 2026 festival will be held May 21-24! We continue our "In Conversation" series with Danielle Scruggs, a photojournalist and the founder and curator of Black Women Directors, an award-winning library archive.  In the episode, we chat with Danielle on a range of topics, including her journey to founding the arc...

New episode!!! This week in pop culture headlines, we discuss the continued drama with the cast of "Summer House," the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel alleged affair, Chris Brown's latest album's mixed reviews, the breakup of Meg the Stallion and Klay Thompson, the Kevin Hart Roast and the Met Gala fallout. (08:28) We also microdose "The Devil Wears Prada 2". (42:07) Stay tuned for our next episode...

The third annual Dayton Black Women's Film Festival is around the corner! We are revisiting our "In Conversation" with the festival's founder, and a great friend of the pod, Angelina Mitchell! Grab your tickets, the 2026 festival will be held May 21-24! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Anne Hathaway is booked and busy this year! In her honor, we are revisiting a 2024 rom-com gem she starred in, "The Idea of You!" Enjoy! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This week we recap Prime's hit movie “The Idea of You” 2024 (1:00) Hidden Gems (45:16) “How to date Billy Wals...

🎉 We’re nominees for the 2026 Women Podcasters Awards!!! Please vote for us in the News and Entertainment category by April 30th! Vote here: www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-voting This week, we have our first "In Conversation" episode of 2026! In this episode, we are chatting with Will Adams, a director, writer, and producer out of the Chicago area. Will shares his journey, including insights into...

🎉 We’re nominees for the 2026 Women Podcasters Awards!!! Please vote for us in the News and Entertainment category by April 30th! Vote here: www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-voting This week in pop culture headlines, we discuss the Cloud Bob controversy from Vogue, Rihanna and Nia Long's recent magazine covers, reviews of "Michael," Teyana Taylor's new partnership with Revlon, and the Devil Wears P...

🎉 Big news! We’re nominated for the Women Podcasters Awards!!! Please vote for us in the News and Entertainment category Vote here: www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-voting   This week on reCappin’, we recap 2025 Film “Wake up Dead Man”, available on Netflix.  (01:00) Hidden Gems (52:52) Goodness Sake (Netflix) Super Mario Galaxy Movie (In Theaters) We are available on all podcasting platforms but p...

This week on reCappin’, we kick things off with a request to vote for us for the Women Podcasting Awards! 🏆 Your support means everything! www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-voting (00:00) This week on reCappin’, we’re back with another round of Headlines, Hot Topics, and a Microdose you won’t want to miss. In Headlines, we cover: The latest Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees What’s going on with...

This week, we welcome a special guest and friend of the pod, Trey Brown, as we recap the 2026 Marvel series, "Wonder Man" available on Disney+ and Hulu! (03:00) In this series, we follow working actor Simon Williams as he auditions for the iconic role of Wonder Man, while also navigating his own superpowers. Check out the full episode to hear our full thoughts, and feel free, as always, to share y...

🎉 Big news! We’re nominated for the Women Podcasters Awards!!! Please vote for us in the News and Entertainment category Vote here: www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-voting This week in pop culture headlines, we chat about the Artemis II mission, Dawn Staley's run-in with a fellow coach during the NCAA Women's basketball final four, Halle Bailey's mention of industry support during her "Little Merma...

🎉 Big news! We’re nominated for the Women Podcasters Awards!!! Please vote for us in the News and Entertainment category Vote here: www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-voting This week on reCappin’, we recap the 2025 RomCom “Materialists”, available on HBOMax.  (01:00) Hidden Gems (01:03:42) "This Music May Contain Hope." Album by Raye Crash Landing into You (Netflix) We are available on all podcastin...

This week on reCappin’, we kick things off with a request to vote for us for the Women Podcasting Awards! We are under the News and Entertainment Podcast Category🏆 Your support means everything! www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-voting (00:00) In Headlines, we get into: Brandy receives her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and speaks on Wanya Morris' relationship Usher weighs in on the Diddy situat...

As we wrap up Women's History Month, we are diving back to the early aughts and recapping the documentary, "Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model" on Netflix! (01:26) In this three-episode doc, we get insights from the series' key creators: Tyra Banks, Ken Mok, the Jays, and Nigel Barker. We also hear directly from contestants who share the highs and lows of their experiences being on the...

We're back!! This week in pop culture headlines, we chat about Justin Timberlake's DUI footage release, the Pussycat Dolls tour, trailers for Spider Man: Brand New Day and live-action Moana. We wrap up on TV news with the Bachelorette cancellation, Bridgerton season 5, and Wonder Man renewal. (12:06) Stay tuned for our next episode as we recap Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model documen...

This week on reCappin’, we’re bringing back one of our favorite episodes as we celebrate the award-winning film Sinners! With major wins at the Academy Awards, it’s the perfect time to revisit this powerful, genre-bending story. Originally released in 2025, Sinners stars Michael B. Jordan and is directed by Ryan Coogler. In this episode, we break down the film’s themes, standout performances, and...

Hey friends!!! As we continue celebrating Women's History Month, we are throwing it back with our 2024 recap of the smash hit, "Barbie" starring an all-star cast including Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, and Issa Rae!  We will be back with a new headlines and hot topics episode next Thursday, March 26th! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...