In this week's episode, we have guest and friend of the pod, Shannon Dee host to take on the rather disturbing subject of Mary Kay Letourneau, the elementary school teacher who fell in love, and ended up marrying, her 6th grade male student in the 90s...they first met when he was in 2nd grade and started their "affair" in 6th grade. This was a media frenzy and one of the first of its kind, because the public had such a difficult time believe a woman and teacher could be this predatory. While man...
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 35 min
We are officially kicking off spooky season with one of the most infamous unsolved murders, The Black Dahlia. In the 1940s in Los Angeles, Elizabeth Short was found mutilated and drained of blood in open field. In this episode we learn all about who Elizabeth Short was before her tragic end, the details of the horrific event, and of course try to solve the mystery ourselves. Trigger Warning: This episode contains disturbing material. Grab your tickets to our live show HERE! Follow us on Instagra...
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 16 min
In our first in-person Housewife interview, we got the chance to chat and gossip with The Real Housewife of Potomac, Candiace Dillard Bassett. We talk about how she found our podcast and why she thinks it resonates with so many women (which...we can die happy now.) Then we discuss her music career, creative influences from childhood, what going on tour and a tour bus is really like, and finally talked all things Housewives and even exclusive tea from this season! And yes, we did get a chance to ...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 11 min
In our last episode of back to school month, Tess takes us through the origins of Greek life and how sororities came to be. We go all the way back to the 1800s and discuss where women fit into higher education and the fear that egnitted in our country. Then, we go through the turn of the century, honoring Black women in higher education, and finally into the 60s/70s to modern day Greek life and dissect and critique the system, going over the many problematic traditions such as hazing and the dou...
Sep 25, 2023•1 hr 12 min
In this rerelease of the 10th episode of RAM Claire investigates one of the biggest U.S. political scandals: Watergate. From Nixon's paranoia about the Pentagon Papers to the attempted break-in at the Watergate Building… and various other failed cover-ups… this is Watergate. 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 fo...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 10
You've heard the term Stockholm Syndrome, but do you know the story behind it? In this week's Lambie, we take you through bizarre story of a bank robbery in Stockholm, Sweden that ended in what some could call a love story. 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...
Sep 11, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 25
In this weeks first Lambie episode (our minisodes) Tess takes us through the history of theater, exploring gender norms and finishing with some fun facts on the one and only, William Shakespeare and his time at the Globe in London. Tess and Claire incorporate some theater games and quizzes along the way. If you’re a theater kid…this episode is for you. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly J...
Sep 04, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In this week's episode, Claire shares the inspirational yet tragic story of the Queen of Tejano, Selena Quintanilla. From breaking down barriers in a male-dominated music genre to creating her own fashion line, she became the most prominent Mexican American singer and a cultural icon. Created and produced by: Claire Donald & Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 12
This week dive into the incredible journey of the empowering, and fiercely unapologetic trio, The Chicks. Not only did these three shatter barriers and challenged norms in the male-dominated music industry, they showed resilience, innovation, and taught young woman to not back down! Prepare to ignite your feminine rage, this is... The Chicks!! Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Watch on Y...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, Tess takes the mic to share the legacy of queen, Whitney Houston. From the early years of breaking all time records to her tumultuous relationship with Bobby Brown and the press, we talk through her heartbreaking, yet iconic journey as one of the most famous pop stars and divas of our time. This is Whitney. This episode contains accounts of sexual assault, violence, and substance abuse. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo. Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswe...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In our first episode of Women in Music Month, we listened to the fans and are giving you the history of Cher. From her tumultuous childhood with her struggling actress mother, to her early years of producing her own work even in middle school, we talk about the Sonny of it all, her infamous belly button, the acting career, and of course, her hatred for most men in this world. Cher is queen, icon, and legend and we couldn't be more excited to give people an insight into her (autotune) and legacy!...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 10 min
You asked for it, begged for it really, so we're giving it to ya. In our final episode of Sport's Month, we're wrapping it up with the trial of the century, The OJ Simpson Trial. We uncover the jaw-dropping twists and turns, from the "white Bronco chase" that had the nation glued to their screens to the gripping courtroom drama that spanned for eleven months. This is the trial of the century. This episode contains graphic content. Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald Follow us ...
Jul 31, 2023•1 hr 16 min
You can't talk about sports and scandals without mentioning steroids. This week Claire takes us through the shocking history of Anabolic steroids. From their questionable origins to all the celebrities who have admitted to using them...or gotten caught, we are giving you all the juicy details! Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 2 min
We are rereleasing one of our OG episodes! Claire takes us on a “journey to the past,” where we learn about the fall of the last imperial family of Russia, The Romanovs. From hemophilia and mystical healers to public scrutiny and an untimely execution, we learn what ended the family’s reign — and what almost saved them. Created and produced by: Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premium at https://rightansw...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In our first episode of Sports Month, Tess takes us through Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding's background and what led up to one of the biggest sports scandals in history when Tonya's husband arranged for a hit man to attack Nancy before the 1994 Olympics. The episode is filled with a lot of debunking of facts the media imbedded into our heads since this occurred almost 30 years ago, and how the women have since moved on and talked about it and why we are so obsessed with pinning women against e...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 17 min
In this episode, Tess takes us through the history and controversy of the iconic toy doll, Barbie. Claire and Tess express some of the ways in which this doll personally effected their childhood and womanhood, diving into the complicated and unfair societal norms of body image and beauty for young girls. While she was revolutionary, she was also harmful, and like most things in history, nothing is black or white. Except her famous bathing suit... This is Barbie. This episode contains conversatio...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In our final episode for Queer Icons Month, we have the Queen of the OC, Mrs. Heather Dubrow. We have always been inspired and moved by the fact that Heather came back to Housewives after a hiatus to show representation of the LGBTQ community by highlighting her children's journey. We talk to Heather about visibility, acceptance, what it means to be a mom, and of course we get into juicy details about Season 17 of The Real Housewives of Orange County with some fan questions. Created and produced...
Jun 29, 2023•39 min
Tess and Claire sit down with co-founder of Drew Martin, Andrew Freeman, to discuss their favorite botanical joints. Andrew talks about both the challenges and joy of creating a brand in a space where not a lot of the LGBTQ community have been invited into it, and the history of cannabis specifically in the queer community from icons such as Harvey Milk championing for marijuana as medicine when the Ragaen administration ignored the HIV and AIDS crisis. Andrew debunks theories about sativa vs in...
Jun 19, 2023•59 min
To continue to celebrate Pride Month, Tess takes us back to New York in the 1980s when voguing was all the rage and ball culture was on the rise. Many people of color in the LGTBQ community found comfort and creativity competing in "Ballroom". We talk about the amazing categories, what VOGUE really is (Not Madonna's idea) the amazing community and Houses built through this, and unfortunately how the HIV and AIDS crisis effected these artists. Strike a pose and let's get into it! Created and prod...
Jun 12, 2023•56 min
In our final episode for Fashion Month, we have actress Genevieve Angelson on to discuss the coolest grungiest chic in the game, Kate Moss, and her legacy in fashion, especially in the 1990s. We go into Kate's childhood, early modeling days that were quite painful and problematic, Johnny Depp, and how she became a controversial party girl, losing brand deals and more because of some infamous footage. Genevieve Angelson is a Broadway, television, and film actress. You may recognize her from roles...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Surprise! *Jill Zarin voice* We are giving you a bonus episode all about our experience being invited to Kyle Richard's (Real Housewives of Beverly Hills) annual White Party that was at Sofi Stadium this past Saturday. We spill the tea, say who was our favorite, what we saw filming, and go into the musical performance of our lifetime. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo Follow us on Instagram @Rightanswersmostly and TikTok at @Rightanswersmostly Join Premiu...
May 22, 2023•44 min
In this episode for Fashion Month, we take a look at the origins of one of the most controversial pieces of women's clothing, the Corset. Tess evaluates it's complications in the fashion world since the 15th century to how it has evolved today, to a more sexualized statement piece. Interestingly enough, we go into the 60s/70s liberation movement and what was happening to trends around small waists, and then discuss the start of Shapewear with the brand Spanx, and the pros and cons of compressing...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 2 min
In a surprise bonus episode this week, we sit down with actor and content creator Hannah Brown to discuss all things Bravo and of course the heart wrenching Vanderpump Rules finale that aired last night. We talk about Hannah's relationship to Bravo, how her feelings have changed over the 10 seasons for the characters, and of course all things Scandavol, dissecting THE conversation between him and Ariana, Schwartz, and LVP. Tangents include: even More Bravo references. Created and hosted by Tess ...
May 18, 2023•55 min
In our last episode of "Cults, Crimes, and Conspiracies Month" we examine the case of Lorena and John Bobbitt, the infamous trial of the "mad woman" who cut off her husband's penis. We dissect why Lorena was torn apart by the public and press, when in reality she was the victim of abuse and rape, and we go into the political climate in America in the 90s, and why our ideas around domestic violence were so limited and minimized women. TG: this episode contains many discussions around sexual assau...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 14 min
In this week's episode, to honor the start of May and to give you Rammies a GORGEOUS bonus episode because we love you, we are talking everything Met! From its origins and founders, to its many controversial themes, guests, fights, and more, we break it all down for you before going into our top three (maybe five-ten because you know we're longwinded and have a lot of feelings) favorite and least favorite looks of all time. Happy First Monday in May, you fashion girlies! Created and produced by ...
Apr 27, 2023•55 min
We've covered a crime, a conspiracy, and now we explore one of the most notorious cults in history - the Jonestown cult. We start with the twisted mind of cult leader Jim Jones, spoiler alert, he comes with childhood trauma! And there it is. We'll also take a look at the chilling events that led up to the tragic mass suicide/murder of over 900 people in the jungles of Guyana from drinking cyanide-laced Kool-Aid Join us as we uncover the dark secrets of Jonestown. Detours include Vanderpump Rules...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 11
In our conspiracy episode of the month, Tess describes the disappearance of Flight MH370 that shook the world in 2014. In all of aviation mysteries, this one is absolutely maddening as we try to solve the mystery of why the plane went suddenly off the radar, the unanswered questions from devastated family and friends, and the conspiracy theories around it. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo. Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 7 min
We wanted to surprise you Rammies and give you a taste of what it's like to be a Patreon member. Every month we release two bonus episodes where we spill major tea and you can really get to know us. Join our Premium https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for all our previous episodes, two bonus episodes a month, joining our close friends list on Instagram and more. In this episode we discuss Emrata + Harry Styles, what is going on with the Kardashians and the Met Gala, Gwen's ski accident...
Apr 06, 2023•17 min
In this week's juiciest episode, we're answering all the questions about love, life, porn, Real Housewives and more. We even tell our friendship origin story and spill the tea about the kindest and meanest celebrities we've ever encountered in Los Angeles. 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 episode...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 3 min
To end Influential Women's Month, we of course had to end with one of the most famous feminists in history, Gloria Steinem. In this episode, we not only talk about Gloria's upbringing with her anxious mother that influenced her to vouch for women's needs and mental health, but have a discussion about the Women's Movement that was happening in the 1960s: the state of contraception, the limitations women experienced at work, sexual harassment reproductive rights, and more. Dive into the 60s with u...
Mar 27, 2023•59 min
