Juliet Litman is joined by author Nancy Jo Sales to revisit her iconic 1998 New York Magazine profile of Leonardo DiCaprio. They talk about how difficult it was to get Leo to talk to her for the story (1:00), why the article has had such a lasting impact (16:05), and how celebrity journalism has changed since she wrote it (40:11). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nancy Jo Sales Producers: Kaya McMullen and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 29, 2022•57 min
Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker have split after two years and Bill Nye is getting married (1:00). Jason Derulo took a break midway through his concert to sing some opera (10:30). This week’s Cringe Mode is ‘Showgirls’ (20:17). And why does Ben Affleck need a personal fountain machine that has both Diet Pepsi and Diet Coke (47:02)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Links mentioned on the podcast today: Abortionfunds.org , Abortionfinder.org , PlannedP...
Jun 24, 2022•57 min
In this episode of 'Pop Culture History Lesson', Amelia Wedemeyer and Juliet Litman come together to discuss the cultural significance of 'The Wendy Williams Show', which ended its 14-year tenure last week. In their discussion, Amelia and Juliet examine Wendy’s rise to fame as well as her most iconic (and controversial) moments. Hosts: Amelia Wedemeyer and Juliet Litman Producers: Devon Manze and Chelsea Stark-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 23, 2022•32 min
More details have emerged about Britney Spears's wedding, including who designed her dress and who made it on the 60-person guest list (1:00). Beyoncé announced this week that she will be dropping a new album on July 29 (12:08). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Burlesque' (26:45), and is Jennifer Hudson the first reality TV star to EGOT (54:58)? Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Kaya McMullen Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 17, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Juliet Litman and Jodi Walker parse through some questions about Jennifer Lopez's new documentary, 'Halftime,' which chronicles her preparation for her performance at the 2020 Super Bowl. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Jodi Walker Producers: Kaya McMullen and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 15, 2022•50 min
Britney Spears married Sam Asghari this week in Los Angeles and Nick Cannon announced that he has even more children on the way (1:00). Julia Garner beat out Florence Pugh and Alexa Demie for the role of Madonna in her forthcoming biopic (14:10). This week's Cringe Mode is the cult classic 'Coyote Ugly' (27:13), and does seltzer mixed with balsamic vinegar actually taste like Diet Coke (53:07)? Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Kaya McMullen Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about yo...
Jun 10, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Miles Teller is blowing up on TikTok after his appearance in 'Top Gun: Maverick' (1:00). Kourtney Kardashian's Poosh and Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop are teaming up to release a candle called "This Smells Like My Pooshy" (13:24). This week's Cringe Mode is the Tom Cruise movie-musical 'Rock of Ages' (23:19), and Liam Payne had a lot to say about his time in One Direction while on Logan Paul's podcast (51:52). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more abo...
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Amelia Wedemeyer and Jodi Walker come together to break down the currently unfolding ‘momtok’ drama between Taylor Frankie Paul and her fellow influencers. In the process, Amelia and Jodi discuss elements of Mormon influencer culture, and examine just what makes this situation so fascinating. Hosts: Amelia Wedemeyer and Jodi Walker Producers: Devon Manze and Chelsea Stark-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 01, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker got married in Italy and made a lot of strange fashion choices (1:00). Kelly Clarkson is finally releasing an EP of cover songs (19:18). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Senior Year' starring Rebel Wilson (24:45), and did the ghost of Elvis try to kill Austin Butler (45:43)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 27, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Juliet Litman and Amelia Wedemeyer discuss the latest developments and social media frenzy around the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 24, 2022•42 min
‘Tea Time’ is back recording in person for the first time in over two years, so they check in with a few of the news items from the last time they recorded in person (1:00). Rihanna’s baby is here and Cara Delevingne is seemingly everywhere (11:37). This week’s Cringe Mode is the Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick movie ‘A Simple Favor’ (26:22), and are you in on the “clean girl aesthetic” (51:56)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your a...
May 20, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Ahead of the release of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 4, Juliet Litman and Mallory Rubin look at where the kids are now, versus when they first began the show. They talk about who has had the biggest acting career outside of the show (1:00), whether Millie Bobby Brown is the undeniable breakout star (10:10), and who will have the best career once the shows has ended (21:52). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Mallory Rubin Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...
May 18, 2022•47 min
Hillary Duff is posing naked on the cover of Women's Health and Dua Lipa is posing sideways on a chair on the cover of Vogue (1:00). The guest list for Adam Sandler's daughter's bat mitzvah included Jennifer Aniston, Taylor Lautner, and Halsey (10:39). This week's Cringe Mode is the 2003 movie 'Uptown Girls' (28:16), and how much money is Jack Antonoff getting paid to do a song for the new 'Minions' movie (51:56)? Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Kaya McMullen Producer: Kaya McMullen...
May 13, 2022•1 hr 5 min
In 2007, Paris Hilton was charged with DUI and driving on a suspended license, and subsequently asked Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger for a pardon. That same year, Lindsay Lohan was arrested for the first time, also for driving under the influence. Amelia Wedemeyer and Alyssa Bereznak revisit these two events and talk about how they encapsulated celebrity in the aughts. Hosts: Amelia Wedemeyer and Alyssa Bereznak Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...
May 11, 2022•55 min
This year's Met Gala saw a lot of Emma Chamberlain, a lot of nipples, and a lot of Kardashians (1:00). Sophie Turner has finally confirmed that she is pregnant and Post Malone is going to be a dad (16:20). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Something's Gotta Give' and you should probably skip this segment if you're a Jack Nicholson fan (22:32). And did Pete Davidson get Kim Kardashian's kids' initials tattooed on his neck (47:58)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya Mc...
May 06, 2022•54 min
For the 20th anniversary of Sam Raimi’s ‘Spider-Man’, Kate Halliwell is joined by fellow Ringer podcaster Joanna Robinson to discuss the three major Spider-Man onscreen/offscreen relationships and the most iconic moments from each couple. Hosts: Kate Halliwell and Joanna Robinson Producers: Devon Manze and Chelsea Stark-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 04, 2022•1 hr 23 min
Coastal-grandma-core is the latest aesthetic taking over TikTok and it features a lot of linen shirts and Nancy Meyers movies (1:00). Harry Styles did a photo shoot for Better Homes and Gardens as promo for his forthcoming album ‘Harry’s House’ (13:21). This week’s Cringe Mode is ‘Romy and Michelle’s High School Reunion’ in honor of its 25th anniversary (23:45), and would you risk falling into an outhouse toilet if you dropped your phone inside (47:57)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amel...
Apr 29, 2022•58 min
Juliet Litman is joined by fellow Ringer podcaster John Devenanzio (a.k.a. Johnny Bananas) to discuss the cultural relevance of ‘The Real World’ on its 30th anniversary and break down memories from his own season of ‘The Real World: Key West’. Hosts: Juliet Litman and John Devenanzio Producers: Devon Manze and Chelsea Stark-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 28, 2022•54 min
Kim Kardashian is claiming that she never wore underwear until she invented Skims (1:00). Timothee Chalamet was spotted making out with a model at Coachella and people just cannot stop making up rumors about Rihanna (9:54). This week's Cringe Mode is 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding' in honor of it's 20th anniversary (20:25). And the guy who played Tarzan is 'Magic Mike' is actually a famous wrestler (41:40)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more abou...
Apr 22, 2022•54 min
Amelia Wedemeyer and Andrew Gruttadaro discuss Netflix’s newest documentary, ‘White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch,’ and examine the brand’s cultural relevance in the early 2000s. Hosts: Amelia Wedemeyer and Andrew Gruttadaro Producers: Devon Manze and Chelsea Stark-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 20, 2022•52 min
It’s rom-com week here at The Ringer! To mark such a momentous occasion, Amanda Dobbins returns to join Juliet Litman in a discussion about The Ringer’s list of the 50 greatest rom-coms. They discuss which choices they disagree with and declare their own personal top 10 lists. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producers: Devon Manze and Chelsea Stark-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr 22 min
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are engaged for the second time and Britney Spears is pregnant (1:00). After some internet investigation, it appears that Al Pacino has a Shrek phone case (14:50). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Bend It Like Beckham' in honor of the movie's 20th anniversary (23:38). And who's winning Howie Mandel's new game show (53:50)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Apr 15, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Amelia Wedemeyer and Liz Kelly talk about the first episode of the Kardashians' new reality series on Hulu, 'The Kardashians.' They discuss parallels with the first episode of 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' (1:00), Scott Disick appearing on the episode (18:00), and everything else going on with the family (26:08). Hosts: Amelia Wedemeyer and Liz Kelly Producers: Kaya McMullen and Chelsea Stark-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Apr 14, 2022•46 min
Streaming recs for spring TV (1:00), and Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker’s fake wedding (14:00). Plus: weird method actor habits (18:00) and Vanessa Hudgens speaking to ghosts (25:00). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Mockingjay Part 2' (29:00), and a look at ‘Tea Time’ early Instagram likes (56:00). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producers: Kaya McMullen and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Apr 08, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Wosny Lambre and Charles Holmes examine the cultural significance of VH1’s ‘Flavor of Love’ and break down the show’s infamous first season, which gave rise to Tiffany “New York” Pollard’s stardom. Hosts: Wosny Lambre and Charles Holmes Producers: Devon Manze and Chelsea Stark-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 06, 2022•49 min
Julia Fox had yet another viral moment at the Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty (1:00), and Ashley Tisdale got called out on social media for buying 400 books before her Architectural Digest interview to fill out her bookcase (14:08). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Mockingjay Part 1' (20:31), and what is your favorite Mario character to play as (41:37)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Apr 01, 2022•52 min
Amelia Wedemeyer and Jodi Walker break down Ben Affleck and Ana De Armas’s infamous covid relationship and in the process take a closer look at 'Deep Water', the 2022 not-so-erotic thriller that brought them together. Hosts: Amelia Wedemeyer and Jodi Walker Producers: Devon Manze and Chelsea Stark-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 31, 2022•1 hr 10 min
So what does it even mean to be famous today? The tabloids and the paparazzi industry are a shadow of their former selves, and the modern version of celebrity spawned on social media looks nothing like it did in 2000. In this episode, we look at the evolution of celebrities’ interactions with the public and the press, and just how hard you have to hustle now for even a little bit of fame. Host: Clare Malone Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Juliet Litman, Vikram Patel, and Kaya McMullen...
Mar 28, 2022•45 min
Immediately after the end of the Oscars, Juliet Litman, Amanda Dobbins, and Kate Halliwell break down Will Smith slapping Chris Rock before moving on to the other wild moments from the night, their best and worst dressed of the event, and their MVP’s of the night. Hosts: Juliet Litman, Amanda Dobbins, and Kate Halliwell Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Mar 28, 2022•59 min
'Tea Time' previews the sure-to-be chaotic Oscars, including Rachel Zegler's invite fiasco and some of the very random presenters (1:00). Ben Affleck was allegedly "very good" with the snails on the set of 'Deep Water' (18:45). This week's Cringe Mode is the second installment of 'The Hunger Games' (30:20). And what is this new reality show that Kevin and Frankie Jonas are hosting (50:54)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad cho...
Mar 25, 2022•1 hr 4 min
