On our 3rd week of Influential Women's month, we dive deep into the life and work of Frida Kahlo, the fearless woman who endured pain, tragedy, and even a tumultuous love life. We'll explore how her self-portraits captured both her physical and emotional pain, and how her work challenged the dominant artistic traditions of her time. From her early struggles as a young artist to her rise as a feminist icon, Claire and Tess cover all the juicy details of Frida's life. This is Frida Kahlo. Created ...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 11
In this week's episode, Tess covers the one, the only, Oprah Winfrey. Although she needs no introduction, we wanted to find out more about her childhood, early life, and how she became the mogul she is today. We start with her challenging beginnings, to her college career which led her to TV and radio, and of course cover her infamous Oprah Winfrey show, controversial guests, rumors, and accomplishments. TW: This episode contains conversation around sexual assault and eating disorders. Created a...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Today we're taking a deep dive into the life of the one and only Dolly Parton - the queen of rhinestones, wigs, and big hair. We start in the Great Smokey Mountains of East Tennessee where Dolly grew up, singing and playing music from an early age. We find out how Dolly got her big break in Nashville, and how she met her very secretive husband of 57 years, Carl Dean. We break down Dolly's classic looks and phrases and her extensive philanthropy work including the Imagination Library and donating...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 9
To end our Childhood Nostalgia month, what better way than to recreate the problematic but fascinating celebrity gossip tabloids frenzy and give you a couple that changed the way we view celebrity spouses, the one, the only: Bennifer. Tess gives a bit of insight into Jennifer and Ben's life both personally and professionally before they met, and then they dive into the chaos of their early 2000s relationship, to the breakup of our generation, and then finally to the reconciliation of our lives. ...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Claire takes us through the most iconic battle of all time. One that has caused tears, betrayal and confusion. We are covering...NSYNC vs Backstreet Boys. From a blimp hanger in Orlando to becoming the biggest boybands of all time and all drama in between, this the battle of the boybands...and we want it that way. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at https://rightanswersmost...
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 7
In this week's episode, Tess takes us through the nostalgia and the joy that was the early internet from the mid 90s to the Early 2000s. We dive into three of the most influential internet sensations to us as pre-teens and teenagers such as: MySpace, AIM Instant Messaging and Limewire. Ah, the good old days of pirating music. Join us on this dive into the past as we giggle about screen names, away messages, Top 8, law suits, and more. And remember: g2g but lyl. Created and produced by Tess Bello...
Feb 13, 2023•1 hr 3 min
We're kicking off our Childhood Nostalgia Month with a brand that defined a generation, MTV. We reminisce on the days of watching TRL and the top 40 video countdown, the scandals of the VMA'S and the reality shows that changed our lives forever. (Just us?) From "Video Killed The Radio Star" to Miley twerking with a foam finger, This is MTV. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join our Patr...
Feb 06, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In our last episode of Old Hollywood month, we had to end it with not only a major movie star of the 1950s to the 1970s, but a little mystery. Tess hosts as she covers the infamous Natalie Wood death: who was involved, what was left unanswered, and the questions people still are dying to know today. She also goes into the history of her life, romances, and career, being one of the first popular "child stars". TW: Around 33:00, a story about sexual assault is mentioned with very little warning. I...
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 12 min
In this holiday special, Tess and Claire bring on one of their best friends, Alice, to discuss the history and traditions of Hanukkah. They start with how Hanukkah originated, followed by understanding modern celebrations, and of course, throw in a game of "Love it or Leave it". Detours include: head lice, flying first class, and naturally, Seth Rogan and their attraction towards him. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikT...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr 2 min
In this week's Dear Rammy, (Ask us anything style) Tess and Claire answer all your burning questions from boundaries around unwanted parenting advice, how to manage long distance, tips for not comparing yourself to peers in your 20s, to creative inspiration. And of course, how to handle the holidays with your family. Happy holidays! Stay strong out there, Rammies! Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswer...
Nov 28, 2022•35 min
In this week's Lambie, Tess takes us through all the history and nostalgia for us Millennials that was the one and only, Blockbuster. From their strong and iconic start, to their tragic fate, to how Netflix effected the entire company, we cover the smells, the cards (and keychains), the candy, the posters, and of course what everyone would dread...when that one VHS was broken. Be kind, rewind, and let's pretend it's 2001 again. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on ...
Nov 21, 2022•40 min
In this week's guest episode, astrology expert Morris Brown teaches Tess and Claire about the history of astrology: explaining his own journey from doubting it to letting it help guide his life and relationships, to how it can help us all empathize with each other. He dives into Greek mythology, philosophy, and the group shares their own personal relationship with the trend of astrology. Learn all about your "big three" and how to decipher your birth chart in this amazing and magical episode. Cr...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 10 min
In this week's Lambie, Tess "swings" into the history of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League that came out of World War II. From the ridiculous rules in terms of their outfits to etiquette, to how this experience regardless of the strictness, changed these women's lives forever, we honor this time in history, and for women, with a quick and fun discussion on what this symbolized for our country. Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly...
Oct 17, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 31
We're back with Part 2 on H.H. Holmes, America's first serial killer. After his brutal murder of Julia and her daughter Pearl, we pick up on H.H. Holmes latest con which leads him to his next victim, Emeline Cigrande. We find out why Holmes ultimately leaves Chicago, and what specific crime leads to his capture and conviction. WARNING: This episode contains disturbing content Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Theme song by Kris Cruz Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmos...
Oct 10, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 29
We're kicking off Spooky Szn with the man notoriously known as America's first serial killer, H.H. Holmes. We explore his lonely childhood with strict religious parents (and there it is) and discover what sets off his fascination with medical studies and dissections. Kicking off his crime career in insurance fraud, he then travels to Chicago where he begins his plans for the infamous, Murder Castle. WARNING: This episode contains disturbing content Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess ...
Oct 03, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 29
We're back with Quinn XCII as we conclude our journey with the Enron stock scandal. Detours include, The Titanic, VHS tapes and Bill Murray. Follow Quinn XCII on Instagram at @quinnxcii Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 26, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 27
We're back with Right Guests Only and this time we have Quinn XCII as our third Co-host, who explains the "Enron" stock scandal to us. Detours include, Titanic, Hilary Duff and Bethenny Frankel. Follow Quinn XCII on instagram and tiktok @quinnxcii Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Learn m...
Sep 19, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 26
In this weeks episode, Tess takes us through the history of plastic surgery. From the origins in India and Europe to how The United States adopted the practices and exploded with them, Tess and Claire discuss the pros and cons, what it has done to our society, and the shocking advances in medicine for vanity. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.su...
Sep 05, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 24
In the premiere segment of "Right Guests Only," Tess and Claire talk to the award winning author and producer, Ben Sheehan, and answer all the questions listeners had about what the Supreme Court actually does, what the Constitution really means, updates on the Roe V Wade reversal and how we can feel like informed citizens while being politically active. Give Ben a follow for all things government on instagram at @Bensheehan and tiktok at @Bensheehan and order his book now "OMG WTF DOES THE CONS...
Aug 29, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 24
In our 2nd part of The 6 Wives of King Henry VIII, We pick up where we left off, Henry’s 3rd wife, Jane Seymour. We discover why Jane was Henry’s favorite wife and what lead Henry to a depressive spiral. We of course chat about the 3 wives that follow. Anne of Cleves and the strange proposition made to end their marriage. The scandal of Catherine Howard that leads to a beheading and his final wife, Catherine Parr. Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald Follow us on Instagram @...
Aug 22, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Divorced, beheaded, died. Divorced, beheaded, survived. In our first two-part episode Tess and Claire cover the 6 wives of King Henry VIII. In part one, we start with Catherine of Aragon, Henry's first wife, and her unconventional journey to becoming queen and her struggle to produce an heir. We then dive into exactly how Anne Boleyn won over Henry's heart, leading him to split from the catholic church and the journey of their love that ultimately ends in a beheading. Created and produced by Cla...
Aug 15, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In this weeks episode, we’re back with “Dear Rammy” part two! That’s right! Your favorite gals answering your favorite questions, all while nursing perhaps the worst hangover of their lives. From love and relationship advice, to “would you rather” to existential questions, Tess and Claire answer all of them thoughtfully and vulnerably…while trying to finish a cocktail and internally crying. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly an...
Aug 08, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 20
In this week’s Lambie episode, Tess takes us through the moguls and sensations that rocked the 90s and early 2000s: The Olsen Twins. From their quite scarring early years on Full House, to becoming the youngest producers in Hollywood at six, we go through their history as babies to teenagers to adult fashion designers and talk all the juicy details in between. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmos...
Aug 01, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In this weeks episode, we break down the history of the Waco siege. Claire gives us the backstory on the Branch Davidians and their leader David Koresh and the bizarre events that lead up to a 51 day standoff between the US Government and the Branch Davidians and ultimately ended in the death of 76 Branch Davidians, including 25 children. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault. Created and produced by Claire Donald & Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Right...
Jul 04, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 18
In our second Lambies episode, we discuss the extensive history of The Draft. From its beginnings in The Civil War to the increase use of force during Vietnam and how the law is written today. Created and Produced by: Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...
Jun 27, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this weeks episode, Tess covers both Vanessa Williams, the first Black woman to win Miss America, and the history of the pageant throughout the years since it originated in 1921. She explores the sexist and racist nature of the organization and how Vanessa was forced to resign due to leaked unauthorized nude photos released by Penthouse Magazine. TW: This episode contains a story about child molestation Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightans...
Jun 20, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In this weeks episode, Tess tackles Roe V Wade. From early abortion tactics and history, to the ever changing rules and regulations that got us to Roe V. Wade and the constant struggle with state laws, we go through hundreds of years of abortion rights. Tess and Claire have multiple dialogues and conversations about equal and human rights, health care, and more at an imperative time in our country when currently constitutional rights may be revoked. Created and produced by Claire Donald & Te...
May 23, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this week's episode, Claire covers the one, the only, Kris Jenner. We talk all things Kris, from her relationship with Robert Kardashian and the OJ trial, to starting a reality show that would lead her family to a billion dollar empire. Love her or hate her, there's no denying...the devil works hard but Kris Jenner works harder. Created and produced by Claire Donald & Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at http...
May 02, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 8
No one asked for this but were giving it to you anyway, our first edition of Dear Rammy! Our Dear Rammies wrote in and we answered. From love and life advice to the classic deserted island scenarios, we're answering it all! Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Learn more about your ad choice...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 1 min
This week we boogie on down to Studio 54! For 33 months, Studio 54 was the giddy epicenter of 70s hedonism, a disco hothouse of beautiful people, endless cocaine, and every kind of sex. Its co-owners Steve Rubell and Ian Schrager kicked off the age of the one-name celebrity—Cher, Andy, Bianca, Halston—and rode a miraculous wave of power and pleasure until it brought them crashing down under charges of tax evasion. Make sure to stay tuned for our remix of Welcome to New York at the end of the epi...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 7
