On this episode of 'Jam Session,' Juliet and Amanda return to talk about all the latest celebrity news. Starting off, the ladies discuss the recent news of Jonah Hill being exposed by ex-girlfriend Sarah Brady for verbal abuse in what seems to have been a toxic relationship (:55). Segueing into yet another toxic relationship, Juliet and Amanda discuss Keke Palmer and her boyfriend and child’s father, Darius Jackson, after he tweeted his disapproval of what she was wearing to an Usher concert, wh...
Jul 11, 2023•44 min
This week, Erika and Amelia Wedemeyer dive into the wild and weird world of 'The Kardashians' and how our fascination with the interpersonal relationships among the siblings has driven more than 15 years of reality television, fame, and business success. Make sure you check out Amelia's recaps of 'The Kardashians' with Zack Peter on the 'Ringer Reality TV Podcast' every Wednesday. If you have any burning thoughts and feelings about the Kardashians, please email us at whataboutyourfriendspod@gmai...
Jul 05, 2023•38 min
Juliet and Amanda return this week with a light episode to kick this summer off! The ladies discuss a few current events surrounding review bombing in the book industry (1:13), The Guardian's book recommendations and Zadie Smith (14:17), Marisa Meltzer’s ‘Glossy: Ambition, Beauty, and the Inside Story of Emily Weiss’s Glossier’ (23:46), and more on current films and books.Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda DobbinsProducer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...
Jul 03, 2023•33 min
The first single off of Olivia Rodrigo's new album 'Guts' is out and it looks like it might be a hit (1:00). Tom Hanks's niece had a fiery exit from the reality TV show 'Claim to Fame' (10:07). We investigate summer food trends including "girl dinner" and Jennifer Lawrence's appearances on two different chicken-based interview shows (21:01). And are Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker going to name their new baby Elvis (35:13)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: K...
Jun 30, 2023•45 min
This week, Erika explores the joys and difficulties of making new friends as an adult. First, she talks with Steven about the ways they’ve successfully made new friends in their adult lives (0:33). Then, Erika speaks with author, musician, and podcaster Lane Moore about her new book, ‘You Will Find Your People,’ which dives deep into the vulnerability and complexity involved in adult friend-making and the culture that has misled us (17:00). Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Guest: Lane Moo...
Jun 28, 2023•39 min
Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins return this week with a full celebrity news report, including Jenna Lyons joining 'The Real Housewives of New York' (4:07), Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner’s vindictive divorce war (18:50), Taylor Swift’s revival of "Dear John" (23:33), and Juliet’s YouTube report (27:00). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 26, 2023•39 min
Jennifer Lopez posted a few Instagram photos of Ben Affleck for Father's Day including a shirtless one (1:00). Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire were spotted wearing matching wolf necklaces in honor of their "wolf pack" (10:17). Between orcas sinking yachts and the OceanGate submarine, the ocean is having a bad PR week (21:17). And is Stanley Tucci a sex symbol (37:00)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...
Jun 23, 2023•49 min
Erika and Steven delve into how sharing playlists with one another bonded their friendship (0:40). Then, Erika is joined by the senior director of music at Billboard, Jason Lipshutz to talk about how sharing music taste, introducing new artists to people, and going to shows together can build and shape friendships (13:35). Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Guest: Jason Lipshutz Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...
Jun 21, 2023•47 min
Marketing is the name of the game! Juliet and Amanda return this week with a marketing-filled episode discussing some popular celebrity and pop culture news. Starting off, they discuss Emily Ratajkowski's collaboration with CB2 for her clothing label’s New York office (1:21), the upcoming summer hit 'Barbie' the movie and their incredible marketing campaign (8:26), Calista Flockhart’s rewear of her skirt from more than two decades ago while at the premiere of 'Indiana Jones' (17:28), and Cameron...
Jun 19, 2023•44 min
Celebrities are out here making or wasting money, whether it’s Lady Gaga shilling migraine medication or Brooklyn Beckham using a $25 bottle of avocado oil to fry chicken (1:00). The Kardashians are seemingly trying to enter a “soft” era (13:41). In honor of the Weekend’s role on ‘The Idol,’ we talk about the best and worst pop stars turned actors (27:05). And why is Pink so popular in Australia (54:02)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more ab...
Jun 16, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Erika is joined by writer and creative Tara Aquino to talk about how friends become chosen family in queer narratives like 'Fire Island,' 'The L Word,' 'Pose,' and more. If you have any thoughts about chosen family or anything else we talk about, email us at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Tara Aquino Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 14, 2023•31 min
The ladies return this week with a full episode of testosterone, starting off with their “cool men” lists promised from their discussion on last week's question: “Are there any cool men that actually exist?” (1:01) Then, they discuss Prince Harry and his legal actions against various media entities in the U.K. (23:47), Michael Fassbender’s crash in Le Mans (28:11), Naomi Watts and Billy Crudup's wedding (31:00), Jonah Hill’s interesting new lifestyle brand (32:35), and more. Hosts: Juliet Litman...
Jun 12, 2023•39 min
They are extremely blurry, but we finally have photo confirmation that Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet are hanging out (1:00). Salma Hayek posted an Instagram trying to highlight her wrinkles, but it doesn't really look like she has any (15:55). There's some juicy gossip behind Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen's new relationship (23:41). And if you had to date a professional athlete, which sport would you choose (41:36)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McM...
Jun 09, 2023•56 min
Erika is joined this week by director and writer Stephanie Osuna-Hernandez to talk about how Latine families are portrayed in television and movies, including ‘Gentefied,’ ‘Selena,’ ‘Mi Familia,’ ‘Wizards of Waverly Place,’ and many more. If you have any thoughts about Latine representation or anything else you’d like to share with us, email us at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Stephanie Osuna-Hernandez Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more a...
Jun 07, 2023•39 min
The ladies are back at it with another episode full of celebrity news. Starting off, the ladies ponder over the latest and not-so-greatest Taylor Swift breakup, this time with three-week boyfriend Matt Healy, and what this means for Taylor’s reputation (:40). Next, yacht season is officially upon us, and Juliet and Amanda discuss all there is to know, featuring Jeff Bezos’s $500 million yacht with a sculpture of fiancée Lauren Sánchez, which was spotted at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival (19:38). ...
Jun 06, 2023•45 min
As Season 2 of ‘Yellowjackets’ wraps up, Erika is joined by The Ringer’s own Joanna Robinson to talk through the friendships in the show and the vulnerability of another person knowing your worst self—and liking it. If you have any thoughts on the friendships in ‘Yellowjackets,’ send us an email at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Joanna Robinson Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 31, 2023•42 min
We make a few predictions for the summer, like trends to watch this summer (1:00) and who the biggest It Girls will be (10:55). Then, we open up the mailbag to answer questions about our current skin care favorites (28:36), celebrities we'd like to see date just for the drama (39:52), and who we'd choose to be the hosts of the next Met Gala (43:57). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 26, 2023•58 min
As 'Barry' reaches its series finale, Erika is joined by creative strategist and screenwriter Jamal Dauda to tackle the question of what it takes to actually be friends with a hitman and whether 'Barry' even has any friends. If you have any thoughts about the friendships in 'Barry' or anything else we talked about, send us an email at [email protected] and follow us on Instagram @whataboutyourfriendspod. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Jamal Dauda Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: D...
May 24, 2023•43 min
The ladies return with a special episode of Jam Session and their 2023 book recommendations! They break down some of the few books that didn’t hit all the marks for their taste (0:42), discuss the ways in which current modern literary fiction is being portrayed (6:49), share their 2023 book recommendations (11:29), and finally share which books they are most looking forward to reading this year! (29:31) Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley See book recommendations below....
May 22, 2023•37 min
Keith Urban made a TikTok at the Taylor Swift concert and accidentally filmed Phoebe Bridgers and Bo Burnham making out in the process (1:00). Taylor Lautner and his wife—also named Taylor Lautner—are launching a podcast about mental health (17:05). We have some spring streaming recommendations for you, including 'XO Kitty' and 'Jury Duty' (26:36). And what's going on with the facial smoothing in the trailer for 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3' (39:49)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia W...
May 19, 2023•49 min
Further exploring the theme of platonic friendships between men and women in pop culture, Erika is joined first by Steven to talk about the concept of “my person” that ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ brought us, and whether that type of friendship is possible between a man and woman (0:30). Then, she’s joined by writer Rae Witte to deep-dive Alex Karev and Meredith Grey’s friendship evolution (14:35). If you have thoughts about the friendships in ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ or want to share your favorite platonic on-scre...
May 17, 2023•48 min
Amanda and Juliet are at it again, this week to discuss a plethora of celebrity news. Hitting on Beyoncé’s rumored foot injury after her show in Sweden (0:47), Martha Stewart on the cover of 'Sports Illustrated' (6:45), Rihanna and ASAP Rocky’s son RZA’s birthday celebration (13:36), Kate Middleton appearing at Eurovision (20:22), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 16, 2023•36 min
This week on social media, we got introduced to "WaterTok," and Janelle Monáe released a video teaser for her new album (1:00). Shakira was spotted hanging out with Tom Cruise at the F1 Miami Grand Prix and also on a boat ride with Lewis Hamilton (13:47). In honor of Taylor Swift and Matty Healy, we investigate some of the most chaotic celebrity rebounds (20:18). And which celebrity would you trust the most to bring you to Mars (43:52)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Prod...
May 12, 2023•56 min
Erika and Steven dive into the world of frenemies by examining their own experiences with this type of friendship and their favorite portrayals on screen including, ‘Paid in Full,’ ‘The Office,’ ‘Mean Girls,’ reality television, and more. If you have had a frenemy in school, at work, or anywhere else, let us know all about it at [email protected]. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
May 10, 2023•33 min
The ladies dish out their reviews of King Charles III’s coronation, from Prince Harry's solo walk down the aisle to Meghan’s Montecito hike to the ceremonial disrobing to a surprise Tom Cruise appearance (0:30). Then, they give their thoughts on Taylor Swift’s new boyfriend, Matty Healy, from the 1975 (28:05) and Kevin Costner’s divorce statement (32:25). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 08, 2023•39 min
We talk about some of our favorite looks from this year's Met Gala, including Doja Cat's very full commitment to being a cat (1:00). Another week, another rumor about whom Taylor Swift might be dating: This time, it's 1975 front man Matty Healy (17:49). In honor of the film's 20th anniversary, this week's Cringe Mode is 'The Lizzie McGuire Movie' (24:18). And did Ed Sheeran lie about not being able to play at King Charles's coronation ceremony (39:56)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Ameli...
May 05, 2023•48 min
On the heels of the ‘Snowfall’ series finale, Erika and Steven dive into how the themes of loyalty and sacrifice between family members and coworkers in the drug trade are portrayed in pop culture. If you have thoughts on ‘Snowfall,’ ‘Narcos,’ or anything we talked about in this episode, email us at [email protected]. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 03, 2023•34 min
The ladies are back to discuss the 2023 Met Gala, whose theme, “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty," was inspired by the German fashion designer. Juliet and Amanda cover who was who at this year's gala, their favorite outfits, favorite accessories and designers, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 02, 2023•36 min
For some reason, Sofia Richie's wedding is suddenly all over TikTok (1:00). James Corden's run on the ‘Late Late Show’ is ending this week with a lot of promised special guests (16:03). Many stars—like Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Glenn Powell, and Sydney Sweeney—were hanging out at CinemaCon 2023 this week (24:14). And will you try the new Starbucks drink with olive oil in it (36:09)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices...
Apr 28, 2023•47 min
This week, Erika and Steven start our series on depictions of platonic friendships between men and women in pop culture with one of the most iconic tone-setting movies on the topic, ‘When Harry Met Sally …’ (00:30). Then Erika sits down with Ringer rom-com expert Juliet Litman to talk about how this movie’s depiction of friendship affected her own ideas about relationships (14:10). If you have thoughts about ‘When Harry Met Sally …,’ other depictions of platonic friendships we should explore, or...
Apr 26, 2023•42 min
