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Still The Place

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On July 8th, 1992 apartment buildings with pools were never quite the same once “Melrose Place” was introduced to the world.

It took drama and mayhem to an entirely new level.

We are reliving every hookup, every scandal, every back stab, blackmail, explosion and every wig removal... together!

Secrets are revealed as we rewatch every moment with you. 

Special guests from back in the day will be dropping by… Sydney, Alison and Jo are back together on Still The Place, with a trip down memory lane to Melrose Place. 

Mondays are STILL a Bitch!!

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Episodes

The Melrose Minute - Headlines

You've probably seen the headlines about a Melrose Place co-star who spilled the tea on how producers told her not to gain weight! Did our leading ladies also feel that same pressure to stay thin? They're opening up about their personal struggles with weight, the backhanded compliments that shook one of them, and the lessons they've learned on their journey to self-love! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, 202515 min

Heather Locklear

OG bad girl Heather Locklear makes some jaw-dropping confessions about playing Amanda Woodward on Melrose Place. Who she says was the most annoying co-star, the main cast member who tried to put her down, and the actor who would visit her dressing room just to complain! Plus, all about those infamous Aaron Spelling parties, Charlie Sheen’s foot fetish and Heather’s love for ‘dirty water dogs!’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 10, 202534 min

The Melrose Minute (S1 EP 21)

Wait a Melrose Minute! Did a certain centerfold really cause tension between the cast?What the 'Pod Squad' says about a photo shoot that left everyone on edge.Plus, are dating apps really losing their allure?Find out why the girls say many singles are ready to mingle OFFLINE.And, which Melrose Place star found love on a blind date, and who met their match while flying the friendly skies! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 07, 202520 min

Drama is Coming ("Picture Imperfect" S1 EP 21)

It's here - Amanda Woodward joins Melrose Place! MP is getting closer and closer to becoming the over-the-top guilty pleasure everyone remembers! Courtney, Daphne, and Laura are back with a breakdown of Heather Locklear's debut. Courtney reveals she was so nervous about working with Heather, what it was really like having her join the cast, the behind-the-scenes scoop on why this episode has more movement, and the Billy drink scene that had them all giggling uncontrollably! See omnystudio.com/li...

Feb 03, 20251 hr 4 min

The Melrose Minute (S1 EP 20)

Get ready for your Melrose Place quickie! Courtney, Laura, and Daphne are back with their final thoughts on Sydney's exit from season one, including hot takes on Syd's outfits, Laura's insecurity about what people back home would think of her character, their relationships with their siblings, and Laura's first job in a hair commercial and how it made her go red! Plus, Courtney shares the "fancy" hair technique she used when she was young . . . which you can get for five bucks!   Reply  Reply...

Jan 31, 202518 min

It Was All a Dream ("Peanut Butter and Jealousy" S1 EP 20)

Things are getting interesting on Melrose Place! An unwanted ex returns, Alison picks the wrong guy again, and Jane finds Sydney naked and in bed with Michael?! Welcome to Melrose Place! Courtney, Daphne, and Laura are back with many thoughts on episode 20! Spoiler alert - Sydney in bed with Michael was just in one of Jane's nightmares, but it was Laura's first topless scene! She shares her feelings about re-watching the scene. The trio also talks about Jake's hotness, why dancing on camera is a...

Jan 27, 20251 hr 7 min

The Melrose Minute (S1 EP 19)

Get ready for another tasty bite-sized Melrose Place snack! Courtney, Laura, Daphne, and special guest Josie Bissett are back with fun tales they couldn't get to in the last episode, including some real-life sisterhood stories, thoughts on Rhonda and Terrence's relationship, dating at different stages of life, and what it was like for Josie and Laura off-screen after shooting difficult scenes with each other! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 24, 202517 min

All About Sydney ("Single White Sister" S1 EP 19)

Here comes trouble! It's finally here - Sydney's big debut! Courtney Thorne-Smith, Daphne Zuniga, Laura Leighton, and special guest Josie Bissett reunite to break down the debut of Jane's baby sister to Melrose Place. They all agree that, off the bat, Sydney was Sydney! Laura shares how she got the role, what made her feel self-conscious about playing Jane's younger sister, not knowing what 'matching' meant in TV talk, and how it affected her on-screen choices and Josie's reaction to getting a s...

Jan 20, 20251 hr 10 min

Pod Swap: Pod Meets World (Part 2)

So you listened to Part 1 of the Pod Swap over at Pod Meets World, and you wanna hear more? Well, you’re in luck! We’ve got Part 2!!! Daphne, Laura and Courtney are hanging out with Danielle Fishel (Topanga), Rider Strong (Shawn) and Will Friedle (Eric) from Boy Meets World and everyone is spilling long-buried secrets! Our hosts’ hidden talents are uncovered, and one admission will completely change the way you look at Eric Matthews forever. Plus, the Marvel adaptation of Melrose Place becomes a...

Jan 16, 202525 min

Introducing: Are You a Charlotte?

In 1997, actress Kristin Davis’ life was forever changed when she took on the role of Charlotte York in Sex and the City. As we watched Carrie, Samantha, Miranda and Charlotte navigate relationships in NYC, the show helped push once unacceptable conversation topics out of the shadows and altered the narrative around women and sex. We all saw ourselves in them as they searched for fulfillment in life, sex and friendships. Now, Kristin Davis wants to connect with you, the fans, and share untold st...

Jan 15, 20251 min

The Melrose Minute (We Love L.A.)

Thanks to all the fans for reaching out and checking in and your continued support. Daphne, Laura, and Courtney have gotten all your questions and want to reassure everyone they are safe. In this special Melrose Minute, Laura and Daphne discuss evacuating because of the devastating L.A. fires and how they are currently faring. The duo also answers MP fan questions. iHeartLA is partnering with The Dream Center to help those affected by the devastating fires. The Dream Center provides immediate su...

Jan 13, 202517 min

Chip Hayes

It's Melrose Place, so get ready for tears, the explosions, and the receipts . . . and that's just behind the scenes! Producer Chip Hayes joins Courtney, Laura, and Daphne for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at Melrose Place, including the tense moments before the famous boat explosion, the parallels with Dynasty, searching for their "Alexis," Aaron Spelling's rules for the actors and proof that Laura was not swimming in "dirty water" during her hot springs scene. Chip has the receipts! So ...

Jan 06, 20251 hr 15 min

Season's Greeting

Happy Holidays from Still the Place! Courtney, Daphne, and Laura are back with a spirited chat about their holiday plans! Laura is rising to the occasion with her bakes, including trying out an applesauce gingerbread pumpkin loaf! Daphne reveals she likes quiet time to reflect, and Courtney's annual tradition involves eating steak while watching the classic Christmas movie Die Hard! The trio also chats about the joy of doing this podcast and their New Year's plans and resolutions! See omnystudio...

Dec 30, 202417 min

The Melrose Minute (S1 Ep 18)

A tasty snack for those who can't get enough of Melrose Place! Courtney, Laura, and Daphne are taking a closer look and sharing their thoughts on some of the most notable storylines of MP's first-holiday episode, like what is holding Jo back from getting too intimate with Jake, the expectations of giving expensive jewelry to a "friend," and the good and bad of having relationships with people you work with! Plus, the beginning of Michael and Kimberly! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Dec 27, 202419 min

A Merry Melrose ("A Melrose Place Christmas" S1 EP 18)

Melrose Place is getting into the holiday spirit and having a sleighing good time! Courtney, Laura, and Daphne are back, unwrapping all the drama and hot chemistry of MP's first-holiday episode! Jake and Jo have a steamy make-out session, Billy gives Allison jewelry and his unwavering support, and Michael brings Kimberly Shaw to the Melrose Christmas party while Jane's away! This episode will also get you in the feels! There is a heartbreaking scene at the hospital on Christmas Eve that moved th...

Dec 23, 202458 min

Oh Daddy ("Jake vs Jake" S1 EP 17)

Jake finds out he has a son! Courtney, Laura, and Daphne feel the episodes are starting to get juicy! Alison needs emergency surgery but doesn't have insurance, Rhonda meets a handsome, wealthy man, and one of Jake's ex-girlfriends drops a bomb on him - he is the father of her four-year-old son! The trio shares their thoughts on the episode and behind-the-scenes scoop, including the song Alison listened to get into teary mode, how the director got the best out of them, and the scene that made on...

Dec 16, 202450 min

Secrets Revealed ("The Whole Truth" S1 EP 16)

Jo’s mysterious past comes to light, and she has not one but two suitors! Courtney, Laura, and Daphne are back to break down episode 16, including Jane’s awful new boss, which leads to a chat about bad behavior on sets. They also dive in on the beginning of Jo and Jake, and Daphne reveals that she, Grant, and some of the crew would go on motorcycle rides when they weren't working . . . which is news to Courtney! Plus, the trio answers fan questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Dec 09, 20241 hr 20 min

Embracing the Unknown ("House of God" S1 EP 15)

It's happening! Melrose Place has a new resident, Jo Reynolds, aka Daphne Zuniga! Daphne admits to Courtney and Laura that she was intimidated on the MP set even though her character Jo was so confident! She also reveals what joining the cast meant to her, what she was thinking watching her Melrose debut, the one scene she would absolutely do over, and her chemistry with Grant Show! Plus, the trio talks about getting a glimpse at the Michael Mancini we will get to know in future episodes.  CS S...

Dec 02, 20241 hr 7 min

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Nov 28, 20249 min

Enough is Enough ("Drawing the Line" S1 EP 14)

Rhonda has a new fastidious roommate, Matt is on a mission for justice, and Alison continues to make bad decisions. Courtney, Laura, and Daphne have thoughts about Alison continuing to date a married man, the red flags missed, the comic relief, Billy's adorableness, and behind-the-scenes stories about Courtney's on-screen crying, and the not-so-helpful note she got from the episode's director. Courtney also dishes about a dinner party she recently threw, which leads Laura and Daphne to wonder if...

Nov 25, 20241 hr 3 min

Doug Savant

Handsome Matt Fielding, aka Doug Savant, is finally on the pod! Get ready for some laughs and great stories! Doug joins Daphne, Courtney, and real-life squeeze Laura for an inside look at his time on MP, including his decision to keep his sexual orientation private while on the show despite Darren Star and Aaron Spelling telling him to address it, the scoop on his audition story, thoughts on his exit from the show, and the time he was in the hospital and a nurse wouldn't leave his side while Lau...

Nov 20, 20241 hr 12 min

Wide Awake ("Dreams Come True" S1 EP 13)

Alison's steamy affair with a married man is still going strong, Sandy leaves Melrose Place for good, and Matt is the victim of a hate crime. Courtney, Laura, and Daphne are breaking down episode 13, including Matt's character finally taking center stage with MP tackling homophobia and sexual discrimination, Amy Locane's exit as Sandy, Courtney being super in love with Andrew Shue but having makeout scenes with another actor, and the behind-the-scenes inside joke you missed. Plus, Courtney talks...

Nov 18, 20241 hr 6 min

Recycled Lies ("Polluted Affairs" S1 EP 12)

The tide has turned for Alison! Her career is taking off, and she meets a handsome marine biologist, but something smells fishy . . . Courtney, Laura, and Daphne are back to recap the season's first episode which doesn't wrap up nicely at the end. Yes, there is going to be a continuation. Alison falls head over heels for a stranger but doesn't notice all the red flags (spoiler alert, he's married), which leads the ladies to talk about relationships in their 20s. Billy is drowning in debt and get...

Nov 11, 20241 hr 10 min

Foreshadowing ("A Promise Broken" S1 EP 11)

Episode eleven brings us bra-gate, Jane and Michael dealing with loss, and the introduction of Dr. Kimberly Shaw! Yes, we get a first look at Marcia Cross' character, who will become MP's most iconic villain. Courtney, Laura, and Daphne have many thoughts about her first appearance and the foreshadowing of what's to come! This episode also deals with a sad loss, Jane's miscarriage, and how she and Michael handle the news. Plus, the ladies get the giggles over bra-gate, suiting up for drama with ...

Nov 04, 20241 hr 2 min

Hope ("Burned" S1 EP 10)

Courtney, Laura, and Daphne are back to dissect the episode where Billy is robbed on the 'bad side of town' and makes sweeping generalizations about a whole community, leading to an exploration of race relations. The trio wonders if the story would have played out differently if there had been Black writers on the show, how Vanessa Estelle Williams influenced the episode, and Courtney reveals she wishes she had received more direction in the scene where she gets defensive with Rhonda. Meanwhile,...

Oct 28, 20241 hr 2 min

Vanessa Estelle Williams

Melrose Place resident and fitness instructor Rhonda Blair is on the pod! Vanessa Estelle Williams joins Courtney, Laura, and Daphne to talk about her time on the first season of MP! From her audition process to how her character developed throughout the season, the lack of Black writers on the series, and the devastation she felt after being fired after season one without warning. Vanessa also talks about sharing her first onscreen kiss ever with Néstor Carbonell, what she did after leaving Mel...

Oct 21, 20241 hr 7 min

Growing Pains ("Responsibly Yours" S1 EP 9)

Oh boy! Billy meets an older woman and immediately falls head over heels, but she has a young son . . . is Billy ready to be a dad? Courtney, Laura, and Daphne have a lot of fun recapping this episode, including breaking down Billy's misguided attempts to be the knight in shining armor, Jake's dating fail, and Courtney's memories of what it was like shooting at Magic Mountain, the Enquirer making up a story about their time in the park, and the scene she wishes she could redo! Plus, Laura and Da...

Oct 14, 20241 hr 5 min

Thomas Calabro

It's happening! The infamous Michael Mancini, aka Thomas Calabro, is on the pod! Yes, TV's ultimate bad boy, the character viewers loved to hate, joins Courtney, Laura, and Daphne for a trip down memory lane! Thomas reveals the role he really wanted but was "too old" to play, what it was like prepping for love scenes, including his chats with each of his co-stars about kissing preferences, and he apologizes to Laura for a scene where he made a spontaneous acting choice that hurt her feelings. Th...

Oct 07, 20241 hr 1 min

Creep ("Lonely Hearts" S1 EP 8)

Sandy goes out on a date with a guy who turns out to be a creep. Billy tries to help Alison buy a car, and everyone is wearing a lot of denim! Courtney, Laura, and Daphne are back talking about Sandy's big problem in this episode . . . the creepy guy who can't take no for an answer, and unfortunately, a lot of women can relate to this. The trio discusses recognizing red flags, women being too polite, and their own unsettling experiences. Plus, their takes on the fashion in this episode and the s...

Sep 30, 20241 hr 8 min

Scream Queens ("My Way" S1 EP 7)

One of the Melrose Place gang lands a role in a horror flick, Michael's good deed backfires, and Billy tricks Alison into going to Palm Springs to meet his parents! Ok, so maybe not a very drama-filled episode, but Sandy's audition for a horror film triggers memories for Courtney, Laura, and Daphne about their own horror stories, including Daphne's bizarre sorority house audition, the pressure Courtney felt to wear skimpy lingerie for a movie at the age of 17 without being forewarned, and reject...

Sep 23, 20241 hr 6 min
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