Rich Spinster

In this week's episode of the Rich Spinster podcast, Alexis unpacks the administration's Great American Mess of Fourth of July festivities in Washington, D.C., the relentless heat wave that's turned the Northeast into a sauna, and the lingering question everyone wants answered: Is Mitch McConnell actually alive? From smoke-filled skies over the nation's capital to the increasin...

On this week’s episode of the Rich Spinster Podcast, Alexis comes to Oprah Winfrey's defense, unpacking the wave of online criticism directed at one of the world's most influential women and exploring why internet outrage so often misses the bigger picture. She also weighs in on the debacle surrounding the Great American State Fair, reflects on the importance of building genuine connecti...

This week on the Rich Spinster Podcast, Alexis is serving up a little bit of everything. From reflecting on the blessing of a good father to the opening of the Obama Library, she dives into the stories, moments, and musings that have been living rent-free in her mind. Along the way, she tackles Kool-Aid pineapples, Jay-Z’s Target deal, and yes, even Badu P*ssy. Life has a way of mixing the sweet w...

After a brief hiatus, Alexis is back behind the mic, catching listeners up on what’s been happening in her world and breaking down a few pop culture stories that demanded her attention. Equal parts funny, insightful, and unapologetically honest, Rich Spinster delivers the kind of conversation that feels like sitting down with your realest girlfriend. Tune in every Monday for sharp commentary, live...

Season 1 of the Rich Spinster Podcast was an absolute joy with equal parts release, reflection, and raw expression. While I’m on break, take this time to catch up on past episodes and sit with the conversations we’ve already started. I’ll be back on June 2, 2026. I'll be coming with even more fire and fury.

In this episode, Alexis reflects on Women’s History Month, going beyond celebration to honor the deep influence, resilience, and everyday acts of love that women bring to the world. She centers the often-overlooked contributions of Black women, highlighting how their leadership, care, and strength have shaped families, communities, and movements for justice and equality. Throughout the episode, Al...

In this episode, Alexis delivers a razor-sharp monologue aimed squarely at voters who helped usher in the current administration and now seem shocked by the consequences. Her message is simple: if you voted for this, sign up for it. Enlist. Volunteer. Put your body where your ballot was. No more anonymous chaos from the comfort of brunch. Throughout “Sign Up,” Alexis blends biting humor with moral...

This episode, Alexis discusses Pam Bondi freestyling in front of Congress, the fact that aliens are real, and that Bad Bunny is carrying the Americas. Also, where is Miss Nancy?!

In this episode, Alexis examines the persistence of the resistance , arguing that real change is sustained by people who keep showing up long after the spotlight fades. She condemns the growing pattern of journalists being arrested or intimidated for doing their jobs, warning that attacks on the press are a direct threat to democracy. Alexis then turns her critique toward celebrity culture, callin...

In this week’s episode, Alexis shares a powerful moment from an unexpected encounter in a parking lot, one that sparked a deeper reflection on the necessity of human connection in uncertain times. She discusses the courage she’s seeing in communities across the country and what that collective bravery signifies within today’s political landscape. Marking a full year since her last trip to Target,...

This episode, Alexis discusses protesters, artists, and the future of this democracy.

In this episode, Alexis looks back on the events of 2025, looks ahead to the promise of 2026, unpacks the conflict in Venezuela, and expresses the enduring hope for the salvation of democracy.

Alexis explores the state of our political culture through reflection, calling out, and expressing outrage. This episode reminds us that compassion, generosity, and connection aren’t seasonal luxuries; they’re necessities. Even in the midst of this political storm. Especially now. We need a little Christmas. 

In this episode, we sit with the weight of gun violence, reflect on the legacy of an iconic figure in film, and explore what it means to connect with strangers when grief feels especially close during the holidays. Through quiet moments, unexpected conversations, and shared humanity, this episode asks who we become when the world feels heavy and how compassion can still find its way through.

The Rich Spinster addresses the controversies surrounding this administration, poses questions for parents, explores the trend of going no contact with one's family, and expresses her love of an amazing new snack!

From the Epstein files to Mamdani at the White House, the world is chaotic, and the Rich Spinster has much to say about it.

RELEASE THE FILES!

If you remember nothing else from this podcast, remember this: turkey is BS.

Thoughts on the political shellacking that happened last night.

This week, Alexis discusses the storms we are experiencing, shares a message for Usha, and expresses her excitement about the approaching holiday season, as well as her fondness for Rachel Maddow.

This week, Alexis addresses the alarming reality that millions of people in this country are at risk of losing their public assistance. This situation raises important questions about how our society values individuals who are living in poverty. A wage of $7.25 may reflect a person's earnings, but it does not define their worth. As a nation, we must strive to do better for one another, Americ...

Alexis was inspired by the recent protests over the weekend, moved by a recent interview about mental health, and completely fried by her niece.

This week, Alexis marvels at Kamala's clapbacks, discusses the loss of her aunt, and lightens the mood by reminiscing about 90s Black cinema.

After taking a break last week, Alexis is catching up on current events, Twitter feuds, Kamala Harris' book, the power of words, and her plans to cosplay as a Boriqua during the Super Bowl Halftime Show.

This has been a challenging time for me, and I know I’m not alone in feeling this way. With the current political climate and having to cancel my Disney+ subscription, I’ve been exhausted lately. However, there have also been moments of joy and gratitude.