Juliet and Amanda return to discuss a plethora of celebrity news and gossip, getting into it first with Melanie Lynskey’s interview on her and Kate Winslet’s heartbreaking friendship breakup after filming ‘Heavenly Creatures’ in 1994. Next they discuss what is rumored to be Taylor Swift moving on quickly from Joe Alwyn and on to F1 racer Fernando Alonso (but nothing is confirmed). The ladies also discuss Sofia Richie’s wedding, as well as the Arnault family in its French ‘Succession’ era, and mo...
Apr 24, 2023•39 min
Leonardo DiCaprio was photographed hanging out with Irina Shayk at Coachella, and Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello were photographed kissing (1:00). Hailey Bieber debuted a new cooking show this week that looks very similar to the one Selena Gomez has (15:54). In honor of the Disney Channel's 40th anniversary, we're ranking its best original movies (25:32). And should Rachel McAdams have been in 'Iron Man' (42:46)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Lea...
Apr 21, 2023•54 min
Erika is joined this week by Rachel Lindsay, host of ‘Higher Learning’ and ‘Morally Corrupt’ at The Ringer, to break down the friend group dynamics and girl code implications from the most shocking scandal in the reality television world this year, the “Scandoval” from ‘Vanderpump Rules.’ If you’d like to give your thoughts on the girl code, blowing up a friend group, or anything else we talked about on the podcast, email us at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Rachel...
Apr 19, 2023•41 min
The ladies return to Jam Session this week with a lot of celebrity and pop culture news to discuss, starting off with the technical disaster that was Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind’ live reunion that everyone across the nation had been anticipating and was quickly let down by (1:48). Then the ladies get into Coachella festival happenings, discussing who was performing and what celebrities were spotted in their most Coachella-esk attire (11:36). The two also mention coronation updates for Charles III a...
Apr 17, 2023•35 min
It's been almost a week since news broke that Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn had broken up, and there have been many theories about why in the time since (1:00). Millie Bobby Brown is engaged to Jake Bongiovi, the son of Jon Bon Jovi, and Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet are rumored to be dating (27:28). Kim Kardashian will be starring in the next season of 'American Horror Story' (34:59). And does Jacob Elordi own shoes (43:31)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kay...
Apr 14, 2023•58 min
Erika is joined by storyteller and music industry veteran Naima Cochrane to dive deep into what it means for friends to reinforce or support each other’s toxic behavior through the lens of Irina and Micah’s friendship on ‘Love Is Blind’ Season 4. Then, Erika and Steven take a look into the mailbag for the first time and talk through listener stories and suggestions. If you have your own thoughts or questions about supporting toxic behavior in friendships or anything else we’ve talked about on th...
Apr 12, 2023•51 min
The ladies are back this week with the latest news in Hollywood and the U.K. First, they react to Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn’s official breakup that was announced this past Saturday and what that means for the pop star (0:36). They then discuss the upcoming coronation for King Charles III and give their thoughts on The Guardian’s Cost of the Crown series (14:01). Finally, the two report on the cancellation of the Nancy Meyers movie with Netflix due to budget disagreements and scheduling conflict...
Apr 10, 2023•36 min
The full trailer for the ‘Barbie’ movie dropped this week and spawned many new memes along with it (1:00). Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny were photographed on a horse riding date (11:15). This week’s Cringe Mode is the 2004 Anne Hathaway movie ‘Ella Enchanted’ (17:51). And what’s the point of a whole TV special about Kourtney Kardashian’s wedding (38:49)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Additional Production: Chloe Clark Learn more about your ad choic...
Apr 07, 2023•49 min
Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello explore the intricacies and delicate situations that arise when your friendships are intertwined with your craft or work. Then Erika is joined by Jeff and Eric Rosenthal of ItsTheReal to get real about how their work has affected their friendships, how they think about friendship, and how they maintain friendships through intense creative projects. If you have your own thoughts or stories about work intertwining with your friendships, send us a message at whatabo...
Apr 05, 2023•53 min
The ladies are back and ready to dish out the latest and greatest in celebrity news. They start off with Gwyneth Paltrow’s viral moment during her recent ski crash trial, where she sarcastically wishes the man who was suing her, Terry Sanderson, well. Next, the two discuss Reese Witherspoon recently filing for divorce from Jim Toth, Jennifer Lawrence’s assistant's new staffing agency, the final episodes of ‘Daisy Jones & the Six’ (SPOILER 23:59), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dob...
Apr 03, 2023•40 min
Gwyneth Paltrow's ski trial may be over, but the memes it produced will last forever (1:00). Emily Ratajkowski and Harry Styles were spotted sloppily making out in Tokyo (14:54). In honor of it's 25th anniversary, this week's Cringe Mode is ‘Ever After’ (26:35). And why is Emma Roberts doing sponcon for milk (41:54)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 31, 2023•51 min
Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello dive into the intense friendship breakup in ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ to explore when and why a friendship breakup might be necessary, how best to go about a friendship breakup, and what makes a friendship toxic. Erika is then joined by ‘Tea Time’ cohosts Kate Halliwell and Amelia Wedemeyer to delve further into the online discourse that has materialized around the concept of toxicity, and what it actually means for a friend to be toxic. If you have your own th...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 3 min
We caught up on some TV this week, like ‘The Bachelor’ and ‘Daisy Jones & the Six’ (1:00). Sofia Coppola’s daughter may be the internet’s newest favorite nepotism baby (20:36). This week’s Cringe Mode is ‘The Bachelorette’ (33:05). And how exactly did Liam Payne’s jawline get so chiseled (51:18)? Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Kaya McMullen Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 24, 2023•1 hr 2 min
On this week’s special episode, The Ringer’s Sean Fennessey joins Erika Ramirez to break down the corruption and romance of one of the most captivating friendships on television right now: Tom Wambsgans and Gregory Hirsch. Join us in preparation for the premiere of the final season of ‘Succession,’ and listen to Sean every week on ‘The Prestige TV Podcast,’ where he’ll be recapping every episode. And remember, “You can’t make a Tomlette without breaking some Gregs.” Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Se...
Mar 22, 2023•41 min
Juliet and Amanda are back to discuss some interesting pop culture news, featuring celebrity fashion stylist Law Roach’s early retirement decision following a recent viral video of him and Zendaya at the Louis Vuitton fashion show. The two go in depth on their thoughts about his decision in the cutthroat fashion world, then speak about Ben Affleck’s appearance on The Hollywood Reporter amid the promotion of his upcoming movie 'Air,' premiering April 5. Lastly, the ladies discuss a Wall Street Jo...
Mar 20, 2023•38 min
There were some great looks at the Oscars this week, including the outfits of Lady Gaga, Fan Bingbing, and Angela Bassett (1:00). Celebrity stylist Law Roach announced he is retiring, and Lindsay Lohan announced she's having a baby (17:49). This week's Cringe Mode is the 2012 Miley Cyrus movie 'LOL' (32:45). And if you followed the Sophie Turner model and married your preteen celeb crush, who would you be married to right now (52:38)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Produc...
Mar 17, 2023•1 hr 3 min
On the very first episode of ‘What About Your Friends?,’ Erika Ramirez, host and founder of ILY, explores the ins and outs of friendship in the dire circumstances of an apocalypse or doomsday scenario with her best friend and cohost, Steven Othello (0:05), and builds an ideal doomsday friend with The Ringer’s Joanna Robinson (16:40). They draw from shows like ‘The Last of Us,’ ‘The Walking Dead,’ ‘Yellowjackets,’ and ‘Lost,’ as well as their own experiences and friendships. Please join us every ...
Mar 15, 2023•50 min
Juliet and Amanda discuss the star power (or lack thereof) at the 95th Academy Awards (1:00), including the best and worst preshow carpet moments and the relatively slow feel of the telecast. Then, they catch up on 'Daisy Jones & the Six' and Camila Morrone’s on-screen breakout performance (30:00). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Bobby Wagner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 13, 2023•46 min
There are somehow even more developments in the drama between Hailey Bieber and Selena Gomez (1:00). Avril Lavigne is making out with Tyga, and Kendall Jenner is making out with Bad Bunny (13:20). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Deep Water,' starring Oscar nominee Ana de Armas (26:40). And who is going to perform at the coronation of King Charles (43:52)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...
Mar 10, 2023•58 min
Welcome to ‘What About Your Friends?’ a brand new podcast on the ‘Ringer Dish’ feed dedicated to the many lives of friendship and how it’s portrayed in television, movies, music, internet culture, gossip, and beyond. Every Wednesday, ILY founder Erika Ramirez will be talking to her best friend Steven Othello, creative director and founder of Objects—and all your favorites from The Ringer and beyond—about a different facet of friendship, the culture that specific facet has inspired, and how it co...
Mar 08, 2023•47 sec
Juliet and Amanda discuss some of this week’s pop culture news, featuring the ‘Vanderpump Rules’ cheating scandal between Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss (1:43); Meghan and Harry’s eviction notice from King Charles III at the home they were given on the grounds of Windsor Castle (15:43); Chris Pine’s interview with Esquire, featuring some of his favorite reads and his “Fine Pine Wine” (25:15); and lastly the long ongoing saga of Hailey Bieber and Selena Gomez’s beef (31:54). Hosts: Juliet Litman ...
Mar 07, 2023•43 min
Selena Gomez, Hailey Bieber, and Kylie Jenner are all seemingly involved in several layers of passive-aggressive internet drama (1:00). Keke Palmer had her baby and Jake Paul lost to Tommy Fury in a boxing match (24:55). This week’s Cringe Mode is the 1997 movie ‘George of the Jungle,’ featuring Oscar nominee Brendan Fraser (36:19), and is Drew Barrymore’s home too messy (51:02)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Mar 03, 2023•1 hr 3 min
The ladies are back this week discussing Ellen Pompeo’s not-so-ceremonious exit from the iconic show ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’ After 19 seasons, Ellen finally says goodbye to Meredith Grey. Next, Juliet and Amanda discuss ‘Your Place or Mine’, starring Ashton Kutcher, Reese Witherspoon, and Jesse Williams. They also discuss Rihanna’s British Vogue cover, featuring her baby boy and A$AP Rocky, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Feb 28, 2023•43 min
Vanity Fair's annual Hollywood cover featured a random assortment of celebrities like Selena Gomez and Regé-Jean Page (1:00). Rihanna announced during her Super Bowl halftime show that she is pregnant with baby number two (12:27). This week's Cringe Mode is the new Ashton Kutcher and Reese Witherspoon rom-com 'Your Place or Mine' (25:22). And will a new HGTV show fill our 'Magic Mike' void (43:58)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about yo...
Feb 17, 2023•57 min
Juliet and Amanda are back from their Super Bowl hangovers to discuss everything that went on at the Super Bowl but the game: Rihanna’s halftime show, celebrity spottings, and the commercials. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 14, 2023•38 min
Harry Styles had a tough time at the Grammys this week (1:00). The chemistry between Ashton Kutcher and Reese Witherspoon during the press tour for their new movie was so bland that Mila Kunis had to get involved (13:44). This week's Cringe Mode is 'Freaky Friday,' featuring Oscar nominee Jamie Lee Curtis (24:06). And why does everyone who posts a picture with Taylor Swift use the same filter (41:12)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about...
Feb 10, 2023•55 min
Juliet and Amanda are here to give their thoughts on the Grammys and all the speculation behind Ben and Jennifer's supposed argument. Later, they discuss Lily Allen and David Harbour's Architectural Digest tour and much more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 06, 2023•39 min
Adam Levine’s third child is here, but no news yet on whether he named if after the woman he had an alleged affair with (1:00). Olivia Culpo’s new reality show, ‘The Culpo Sisters,’ is actually pretty good (8:49). This week’s Cringe Mode is ‘Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure,’ featuring Oscar nominee Austin Butler (19:43). And did Beyoncé get chased by a camel while she was in Dubai (43:20)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choice...
Feb 03, 2023•57 min
On this episode of 'Jam Session,' Juliet and Amanda discuss a wide variety of celebrity news, featuring Bradley Cooper and other celebrities spotted at the Philadelphia Eagles game against the 49ers (0:45), a 'Jam Session' review of 'Shotgun Wedding’ with Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Coolidge (14:27), Lauren Sánchez’s interesting interview with The Wall Street Journal (23:12), Andrea Riseborough’s Oscar nomination controversy (31:24), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Ja...
Jan 31, 2023•47 min
Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal both act in only sad or scary movies, so maybe they should try a rom-com next (1:00). Also, Emily Ratajkowski and Eric André are maybe dating, and Paris Hilton surprised everyone after welcoming her first child this week (12:23). To cap off "Jenn-uary" this week’s Cringe Mode is Jennifer Lopez and Josh Duhamel’s new movie ‘Shotgun Wedding’ (20:40). And is Julia Fox’s apartment tour relatable or off-putting (35:39)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemey...
Jan 27, 2023•51 min