The Reheat

At the 2004 Superbowl, Janet Jackson's breast was exposed to the world for less than a second. The clothing-related snafu was soon dubbed a "wardrobe malfunction." Despite the fact that Justin Timberlake was the one who ripped the bustier from her body, it was Jackson who received societal condemnation. Meanwhile, Timberlake became more successful than ever. Co-hosts Sadaf and Sarah discuss how th...

In the 1990s, Camilla Parker Bowles became the most famous Other Woman in the world. Now the Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla first entered the public consciousness as Prince Charles' long-time mistress and was reviled as the woman who allegedly broke up the beloved Princess of Wales' marriage.  But is it fair to vilify Camilla for falling in love with the wrong person? This week, Sadaf and Sarah disc...

From their love of "family values" to their supremely loyal conservative audience to their being a haven for problematic actors, the Hallmark Channel and its trove of bland holiday movies has a lot to answer for when it comes to ruling over Christmas each year. So, for this week's special holiday episode, Sadaf and Sarah  dig into its wild history and sordid roots, and are joined by comediennes Ra...

Would we have Beyoncé, Kim, or the Jacksons if it weren't for Hollywood's love of momagers and dadagers? What makes a good one? Or can it only hurt to manager your child's career in the public eye? This week, Sadaf and Sarah answer those questions while exploring the personal lives and careers of infamous celebrity parents Kris Jenner, Joe Jackson, Mathew Knowles, and Dina Lohan.  Links from this...

In 2001, Tom Cruise mysteriously filed for divorce from long-time love Nicole Kidman, shocking her and the rest of the world. After a decade, two children and three films together, something had suddenly driven them apart. Was it his obsession with the Church of Scientology? Their fertility struggles? Or the pressure of being one of the most iconic Hollywood romances of our time? In this episode,...

Remember Tiger Woods' cheating scandal? In late 2009, the world learned golf's GOAT was not the wholesome family man we thought. Instead, Tiger was a serial cheater who slept with dozens of other women while married to former nanny Elin Nordegren. The once-revered Tiger soon became one of the most reviled men in America. However, has the time come to re-evaluate this scandal? Sarah and Sadaf ask,...

This week, Sarah and Sadaf look back at the '90s, when Brendan Fraser was the most talked about himbo of the decade. We recap his career to this point, including a devastating #MeToo moment, a stunt career that left his body ravaged, and his new, thrilling comeback. What does Brendan's experience tell us about how far we still have left to go when it comes to discussing trauma? Links from this epi...

This week, Sadaf and Sarah dissect the details of the sex scandal that turned young Monica Lewinsky into one of the world's most ridiculed women. They'll discuss how her affair with Bill Clinton evolved, and how the media lampooned Monica when news of it became public. Finally, the co-hosts will talk about Monica today, paying tribute to the story of how one of the most bullied people in history b...

The Juicy Story Behind The House of Gucci MurdersSadaf and Sarah dive into the truth behind the famed House of Gucci Murders. In 1991, millionaire Maurizio Gucci was shot dead in Milan. The heir to The House of Gucci's murder was a media sensation from the start; it became even more of a maelstrom when the truth emerged about why the mogul died: his ex-wife, Patrizia Reggiani, had ordered the shoo...

Whether a publicity stunt or revenge porn, the celebrity sex tape has long been a salacious and voyeuristic fascination for the media and its subjects' fans. But when it comes to male stars, their tapes have seemed to serve as fuel for their fire, while for female stars, the only rhetoric has been slut-shaming. Sarah and Sadaf dive into the story behind the tapes of everyone from Rob Lowe to Pam A...

In 1993, 38 year-old Jerry Seinfeld met 17 year-old Shoshanna Lonstein in a New York City park. The pair proceeded to date for four years. Shoshanna was Seinfeld’s date for awards shows, basketball games, and brunches at Hollywood hotspots. And yet, no one questioned the ethics of a public relationship with such a profound power imbalance. Sadaf and Sarah discuss why Hollywood didn’t judge Jerry’s...

In 1998, George Michael became embroiled in a now infamous "lewd act" scandal, one that led to his public outing and which eroded his reputation and blurred his incredible success – both as Wham! leading man and solo artist. Sarah and Sadaf explore that very scandal and its consequences, but also the man behind it, who became a proud gay icon with a legacy worth revisiting and recognizing.  Connec...

In this episode, Sadaf and Sarah discuss the tragic life of Whitney Houston, one of the bestselling recording artists of all time. Ms. Houston's hits still resonate with fans the world over. However,  Whitney's phenomenal talent was often overshadowed by racist and sexist media coverage during her lifetime - coverage that often focused more on salacious stories about Houston's struggles with drug...

As one of the most iconic Hollywood families, the Kardashians have come to define modern celebrity culture – for better and worse. Society loves to hate them, but what if there's more to this family than meets the eye? Not only do they share a strong sisterhood, but they are accomplished businesswomen who care about their culture. One might even call them inspiring. Together, Sarah and Sadaf take...

An accomplished martial artist, actor and dancer, Bruce Lee's legacy is a powerful one – not only in his quest for representation, but in his efforts to raise his community up around him. Still, his struggle as a man of colour in Hollywood is a familiar (and not too distant) one, with 2019's Once Upon A Time...In Hollywood's controversial portrayal of the icon a brutal reminder that Asian stereoty...

Sadaf and Sarah go back to 1974, discussing the time a lone gunman attempted to kidnap 23-year-old Princess Anne. While the media coverage of this story at the time emphasized the valor of the men who helped rescue Anne, the reality is the princess played an instrumental role in saving herself. The co-hosts talk about why it took Anne so long to share her truth. They also examine the details of th...

When Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez were first an item in the '00s, the tabloids were at their most chaotic,  and it tore them apart. Today, she's at the top of her game as one of the best-selling artists of all time, and he's riding high as an Oscar winner.  Now that they've reunited for Bennifer 2.0., Sarah and Sadaf take a look at their pasts—from Gigli, to the ring, and that tattoo—and discuss...

To celebrate The Reheat's premiere, Sadaf and Sarah discuss the most iconic love triangle of the 00s, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt versus Jennifer Aniston. The co-hosts explain how the famous rivalry between Angie and Jen was largely media-manufactured. They also dish on how sexist coverage of the Pitt/Aniston divorce scapegoated Angie, while letting Brad off the hook. Come for the piping hot take...

Entertainment Writers Sadaf Ahsan and Sarah Sahagian introduce listeners to their new podcast, The Reheat, a show that re-examines infamous pop culture scandals of the past through the lens of the present. From the history of celebrity sex tapes to The House of Gucci Murders, we'll dissect tons of salacious stories while analyzing what they say about our social moirees.