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Even the Rich

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Our lives can be crazy, but you can take a break from it all with Wondery’s new series, Even the Rich, where co-hosts Brooke Siffrinn and Aricia Skidmore-Williams pull back the curtain and chat about someone else’s craziness for a change. They tell stories about some of the greatest family dynasties in history, from the Murdochs to the Royals to the Carters (Jay-Z and Beyoncé, that is). Because as Queen Elizabeth once said, “A good gossip is a wonderful tonic.”

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Episodes

ENCORE: The Kardashians | The Momager | 105

Once upon a time, no one had ever heard the name Kim Kardashian. But in the 15 years since the Kardashians have been on the scene, they’ve changed the nature of celebrity as we know it. How did the Kardashians turn 15 minutes of fame into 15 years and counting? This season we’re bringing you the story of a family who realized their greatest asset was themselves. But first, we start with the humble-ish beginnings of their visionary momager –Kris Jenner. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+...

Mar 08, 202245 minSeason 25Ep. 105

Janet vs The Halftime Show | Janet’s Other Legacy with Clover Hope | 104

Janet Jackson's infamous wardrobe malfunction might never be forgotten, but what about her legacy as a trail-blazing feminist? Janet cut a path for female pop performers controlling their own narrative. She was an advocate for women getting what they need in the bedroom before most people even knew the term “sex positive.” And she did it all while the press critiqued her every move, and her body, too. Culture writer Clover Hope joins Brooke and Aricia to set the record straight. Clover shares wh...

Mar 01, 202231 minSeason 24Ep. 104

Janet vs The Halftime Show | Unbreakable | 103

After the Super Bowl, Janet Jackson just wants to forget it ever happened and move on. But the media has other plans. And it doesn’t help that the CEO of CBS wants her head on a platter. As Janet faces the biggest scandal of her career, can she weather the storm and make it to the other side with her career — and her sanity — intact? Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/even...

Feb 22, 202247 minSeason 24Ep. 103

Janet vs The Halftime Show | Control | 102

On February 1st, 2004, Janet Jackson’s right breast was exposed to a live audience of over 144 million at the Super Bowl — for 9/16ths of a second. What should have been a fleeting moment of professional embarrassment became a national scandal. It was a story that had everything: a titillating costume change gone wrong, a powerful black woman who refused to grovel, and a squeaky-clean, young white upstart who was only too happy to align himself with power. Racism, sexism and misogyny collided to...

Feb 15, 202248 minSeason 24Ep. 102

To Richies With Love (Bonus Episode) | 101

Even The Rich is hitting the big time. To celebrate 100 episodes, hosts Brooke and Aricia are answering your questions and spilling the details on everything you’ve ever wanted to know. How long have they been BFFs? Who’s their ideal celebrity co-host? And how do they really feel about Brooke’s singing? Plus, we share what’s coming up next on Even the Rich. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https...

Feb 08, 202217 minSeason 23Ep. 101

Kidnapping American Royalty: The Patty Hearst Story | The Psychology of Cults with Alexandra Stein | 100

Patty Hearst would eventually put the SLA in her rearview mirror; she’d go on to have two kids and act in a string of John Waters films. But through the years, the debate has continued: was Patty really brainwashed, or did she voluntarily join the SLA? To help answer this question, Brooke and Aricia are joined by author and social scientist Alexandra Stein. Alexandra studies the psychological tactics cult leaders use to brainwash their subjects. She also has first hand experience with cults, hav...

Feb 08, 202232 minSeason 23Ep. 100

Kidnapping American Royalty: The Patty Hearst Story | Free Patty | 99

Patty Hearst has just been arrested for the Hibernia Bank robbery, and the prosecution has a very solid case. First, they have photos of Patty robbing the joint. Second, they have tapes of her confessing to the crime. And third, America really, really hates a rich girl breaking bad. But Patty’s new lawyer, F. Lee Bailey, thinks they can win this. They just need to take a risk and put Patty on the stand. If the jury hears her side, there’s no way they won’t acquit – and if they don’t … well, they...

Feb 01, 202242 minSeason 23Ep. 99

Kidnapping American Royalty: The Patty Hearst Story | Survival | 98

Nobody thought the Patty Hearst story could get any bigger. But then, ten weeks after her kidnapping, Patty’s spotted robbing a bank alongside the crew who kidnapped her. The media goes wild: Patty’s switched teams! She’s no longer a captive, she’s a criminal! But has Patty really joined the SLA, or is she playing along? Only Patty knows the answer. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wonde...

Jan 25, 202241 minSeason 23Ep. 98

Kidnapping American Royalty: The Patty Hearst Story | Captive | 97

Imagine if Paris Hilton was kidnapped back when she was just a teenager – and that nobody, not even the FBI, could find her. Now imagine that, ten weeks later, she finally reemerges – waving a gun and robbing a bank alongside the people who kidnapped her. It sounds too far-fetched to be true, but a version of this story really did happen. Back in 1974, left-wing terrorists abducted nineteen-year-old heiress Patty Hearst, the granddaughter of media tycoon William Randolph Hearst. And two months l...

Jan 18, 202245 minSeason 23Ep. 97

Jessica Simpson: Blonde. Billionaire. Boss | Staying Power | 96

Jessica Simpson has never stopped reinventing herself. Early in her career she went from pop star to reality star. Now she's a fashion mogul and author. Two decades into her career, she's still making waves. On this episode, culture writer Lindsay Mannering joins Aricia and Brooke to talk about their favorite Newlyweds moments, meeting Jessica at her Hidden Hills mansion, and Jessica’s enduring staying power. For more, check out Lindsay’s New York Times profile of Jessica Simpson: https://www.ny...

Jan 11, 202238 minSeason 22Ep. 96

Jessica Simpson: Blonde. Billionaire. Boss | Resurrection | 95

For the first time ever, Jessica has everything she’s ever wanted — a loving husband, beautiful kids and a thriving business. But now that she’s on top of the world, there’s nothing to distract her from the hurt she’s been carrying since she was six years old… Support us by supporting our sponsors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jan 04, 202239 minSeason 22Ep. 95

Jessica Simpson: Blonde. Billionaire. Boss | Walking In Circles | 94

For the first time ever, Jessica has everything she’s ever wanted — a loving husband, beautiful kids and a thriving business. But now that she’s on top of the world, there’s nothing to distract her from the hurt she’s been carrying since she was six years old… Support us by supporting our sponsors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Dec 28, 202141 minSeason 22Ep. 94

Jessica Simpson: Blonde. Billionaire. Boss | The Newlyweds Game | 93

As things within the Simpson family deteriorate, Jessica puts her faith in the only stable person in her orbit: her boyfriend Nick Lachey. Together, they take the world by storm with their MTV reality show The Newlyweds. There’s just one problem — while the show is catapulting Jessica to newfound fame, it’s leaving Nick in the dust. Support us by supporting our sponsors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

Dec 21, 202139 minSeason 22Ep. 93

Jessica Simpson: Blonde. Billionaire. Boss | Amazing Grace | 92

Jessica Simpson has always had trouble using her voice. She’s bursting with things to say, but it’s hard to get the words out. When she blows the biggest audition of her career, she gets one last chance to use her voice when she scores a record contract. But what if using her voice means losing herself? In this four-part series, we dive deep into the story of Jessica Simpson and tell you all about how a Southern Baptist choir girl built a business to rival all the men who ever dismissed her. Sup...

Dec 14, 202146 minSeason 22Ep. 92

Murder in the House of Gucci | Gucci’s New Visionary, Behind the Book That Inspired the Movie | 91

The story of Gucci didn’t end with Maurizio’s murder. Vanity Fair fashion writer Leah Faye Cooper joins the show to discuss how the brand has evolved to become an even bigger player in the world of fashion. Later, journalist Sara Gay Forden shares the backstory behind her book, The House of Gucci: A Sensational Story of Murder, Madness, Glamour, and Greed, which was adapted for the new film staring Lady Gaga and Adam Driver. Read Leah’s Vanity Fair profile of Gucci creative director Alessandro M...

Dec 07, 202138 minSeason 21Ep. 91

Murder in the House of Gucci | Not Guilty, Not Innocent | 90

Who killed Maurizio Gucci? As the police begin their investigation, they have no leads and too many suspects. Is it Patrizia, the wife Maurizio abandoned? Paolo, the cousin he betrayed? Or the Swiss mob, to whom Maurizio owed millions? The authorities go in circles – until a mysterious late-night phone call pushes the case in an entirely new direction. Support us by supporting our sponsors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy...

Nov 30, 202142 minSeason 21Ep. 90

Murder in the House of Gucci | All in the Family | 89

When Maurizio Gucci and Patrizia Reggiano fell in love, they were able to give each other exactly what they needed. For Patrizia, who was born out of wedlock, that was social standing. For Maurizio, who grew up under his father’s thumb, that was confidence. Now that they’ve found each other, they’re ready to take over the world – or, at least, the Gucci empire. Support us by supporting our sponsors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

Nov 23, 202145 minSeason 21Ep. 89

Murder in the House of Gucci | Humble Beginnings | 88

On March 27, 1995, Maurizio Gucci – the one-time chairman of the House of Gucci – was killed in cold blood. The murder became Italy’s crime of the century. As a story, it had it all: a rags-to-riches family saga, a vengeful ex-wife, and the glitz and glamor of the world of high fashion. But what it didn’t have... was an ending. For two years, detectives went in circles. To solve the case, they’d have to crack open Maurizio’s life like a book. In the first episode of our three-part series, we tur...

Nov 16, 202144 minSeason 21Ep. 88

ENCORE: The Murdochs | James Resigns, Succession Returns NEW EPISODE | 87

Rupert’s oldest son Lachlan may have won the Murdoch family succession battle when he became CEO of the Fox Corporation. But that’s not where the Murdoch drama ends. On this brand new episode, New York Times assistant editor Ed Lee joins Aricia and Brooke to unpack some big news from James Murdoch. Later, culture writer Hunter Harris gives an update on the new season of HBO’s Succession . Harris flew to Tuscany to interview the cast and crew while they shot the final episodes of season three. Re...

Nov 09, 202138 minSeason 20Ep. 87

Encore: The Murdochs | A House Divided | 86

All good things must come to an end, right? Try telling that to Rupert Murdoch. In his eighties, the billionaire tycoon shows no sign of slowing down. But let’s face it: the guy must be exhausted. His company is mired in scandal — again — and he’s facing tougher competition than ever before. Don’t even get us started on his sons, Lachlan and James, who are so pissed at each other they’re about ready to rip off their shirts and fight it out. Something’s gotta give or else Rupert’s empire, the one...

Nov 02, 202136 minSeason 20Ep. 86

Encore: The Murdochs | Humble Pie | 85

The phone-hacking scandal doesn’t just threaten to bring down Rupert Murdoch’s empire: it might also tear apart his family. Siblings blame siblings. Rupert plays favorites. And Wendi seeks shelter from the storm in the arms of another man. Support us by supporting our sponsors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Oct 26, 202135 minSeason 20Ep. 85

Encore: The Murdochs | There’s Something About Wendi | 84

Rupert becomes the hopeless cliche of a much older rich man caught up in a whirlwind romance with a younger woman who works for him. He sees a chance at happiness, but his kids see something else entirely — a threat to their inheritance. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/eventherich Please support us by supporting our sponsors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priv...

Oct 19, 202134 minSeason 20Ep. 84

Encore: The Murdochs | Rupert | 83

What’s black and white and read all over the world? In this new four-part series, we look at the in-fighting, back-stabbing, and the many marriages of Rupert Murdoch and his children. The fight in the Murdoch clan to take over the media tycoon’s empire is so juicy that it inspired HBO’s hit series “Succession.” Well, we have a secret: the real-life story is even juicier. The true heir will control a multi-billion dollar conglomerate with the power to elect presidents. In this episode, young Rupe...

Oct 12, 202145 minSeason 20Ep. 83

The Emancipation of Mariah Carey | Justice For Glitter | 82

Mariah had her first bonafide flop with Glitter . But thanks to her devoted fans (aka the “lambily”), the soundtrack reached number one on iTunes 17 years later. But what about the movie Glitter , which just celebrated its 20th anniversary? Is it really that bad? Entertainment writer Matthew Jacobs joins Brooke and Aricia to talk about Glitter , tabloid culture in early 2000s, and their diva Mount Rushmore. To read Matthew’s Vulture article on 20 years of Glitter , follow this link: https://www....

Oct 05, 202139 minSeason 19Ep. 82

The Emancipation of Mariah Carey | “Against All Odds” | 81

Mariah’s star is on the rise. She just scored a record-breaking deal with Virgin and nabbed the lead role in a big Hollywood production. But becoming a double threat won’t be easy. Mariah’s stardom will have to implode before it can finally go supernova. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/eventherich See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

Sep 28, 202145 minSeason 19Ep. 81

The Emancipation of Mariah Carey | “Fly Away” | 80

With a brand new record deal and a sizzling love affair, Mariah’s ready to strike out on her own. But now that she finally has her freedom, Mariah will learn the hard way that independence isn’t always easy. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/eventherich Support us by supporting our sponsors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ...

Sep 21, 202139 minSeason 19Ep. 80

The Emancipation of Mariah Carey | “Dreamlover” | 79

Mariah’s only a teenager when she meets Tommy Mottola. As the head of Columbia Records, Tommy takes her from coat check girl to international superstar. But her fame comes at a price. Tommy controls her every move: what she wears, where she goes, and who she can (and can’t) hang out. When Mariah begins calling their house “Sing Sing,” she knows it’s time to hatch an escape plan. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in ...

Sep 14, 202139 minSeason 19Ep. 79

The Emancipation of Mariah Carey | "One Sweet Day" | 78

From a young age, Mariah Carey knew she’d do anything it took to escape the prison of her abusive home life. And singing made her feel free. So when her one-in-a-million voice made her a breakout star, she didn’t know she’d be trading one prison for one of her own making. This is a 4-part series on Mariah Carey, the enchanted songstress who battled her way through abuse and control, then fought like hell to truly be free. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early ...

Sep 07, 202147 minSeason 19Ep. 78

Back To Bennifer | Banking on Bennifer (with Anne Helen Petersen) | 77

Description: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s relationship is the stuff of Hollywood legend. Now that they’ve revived their love, we’re hoping they can overcome the media narrative that doomed them the first time around and stick with each other for the long haul. This week we talk to culture writer Anne Helen Petersen about how social media changes the game for Bennifer, why the paparazzi hated Jennifer Lopez but loved Jennifer Garner, and what’s at the root of that Sad Affleck meme. Listen ad ...

Aug 31, 202140 minSeason 18Ep. 77

Back To Bennifer | “The Boy With The Phoenix Tattoo” | 76

After dragging himself back from a bad breakup and a dismal career slump, Ben finds love again with someone else. But for all his achievements, he can't seem to shake the specter of his father. Forgiving his dad will mean forgiving himself first — and maybe even finding love again. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App https://wondery.app.link/eventherich . Support us by supporting our sponsors! See P...

Aug 24, 202147 minSeason 18Ep. 76
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