Most people can’t weather the storm that is the music industry. But Stevie Nicks isn't most people. She breaks onto the scene with musical and romantic partner, Lindsey Buckingham. They make beautiful music in and out of the recording studio, and make a life-altering move in 1974 when they join British rock group, Fleetwood Mac. Stevie’s on top of the world as she swaps out tiny gigs in coffee houses for massive concerts in sold-out stadiums. But then, there are legendary clashes within the band...
Mar 11, 2025•44 min•Ep 268•Transcript available on Metacast Richies, we’re coming in hot with 3 new stories! Hollywood’s brightest stars turned up for the 97th Annual Academy Awards on Sunday. But it was Best Actor winner, Adrien Brody, who really stole the show, or maybe we should say...held it hostage. He’s getting crushed online for his nearly six-minute acceptance speech, which most people online are calling “brutal.” Then, “Stranger Things” star Mille Bobby Brown is clapping back at journalists who won’t stop talking about her looks. And closing thi...
Mar 10, 2025•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast It’s Women’s History Month, Richies! In honor of that, we have the queen herself, Angela Bassett. She’s been setting fire to the silver screen ever since she portrayed Tina Turner in “What’s Love Got to Do with It.” But her life - both in front of and behind the camera - has been chock-full of obstacles, disappointments, struggles, and surprises. (Like finding out her boyfriend’s a cheater on national television.) But none of it slows Angela down. With a slew of great film roles - not to mention...
Mar 04, 2025•52 min•Ep 267•Transcript available on Metacast You know those messages that you get all the time, the ones that pop up out of nowhere? They could be real, but something about them seems fishy. You likely dismiss these texts and emails as mere annoyances, thinking you’ve stopped some random stranger from ripping you off. But the shocking truth is, the person behind that message might be trapped inside a “scam factory” on the other side of the world and forced to scam others against their will. From Wondery, comes a new series about the brutal...
Mar 03, 2025•6 min•Transcript available on Metacast Born in Mexico City and raised in Kenya, Lupita Nyong’o has had what you could call an unconventional life. After experiencing serious political unrest in Nairobi at a very young age, Lupita packs her bags and heads to the Big Apple to pursue her dreams of becoming an actor. Sure, she’s got the skills to make it. But a lot of the time and talent is just not enough. And what Lupita struggles with in Hollywood goes far beyond the trials of most actors-for-hire trying to score their next gig. Lupit...
Feb 25, 2025•46 min•Ep 266•Transcript available on Metacast Who’s ready for a double dose of Blake Lively?! Over the weekend, she and hubby Ryan Reynolds appeared on “Saturday Night Live’s” 50th Anniversary Special. And let’s just say…Ryan ruffled some feathers. In a comedy bit during the star-studded show, he made a crack about Blake’s legal drama with Justin Baldoni, and now he’s getting plenty of heat for it. And speaking of Blake’s legal drama - she just amended her complaint against her former “It Ends with Us” director and co-star. And she says she...
Feb 21, 2025•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Monica Lewinsky has been a major reference in pop culture since she was 24 years old when a scandal made her a household name overnight. Since then, she’s fought to redefine her reputation - and now, she's ready to encourage others to take back their power, too. On her new podcast "Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky," Monica leads honest and wide-ranging conversations about what it means to write your own narrative. Each week, guests share how they've rediscovered purpose, rebuilt relationships, an...
Feb 19, 2025•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast As we continue to honor impactful artists during Black History Month, we turn to a legitimate legend - Sidney Poitier. Very few people have bucked as many odds as he did. After almost dying at birth, and growing up in near-poverty, Sidney immigrates to the US from from the Bahamas as a boy. Once there, he deals with racism, death threats, homelessness, and an industry that wants nothing to do with him. But he forges ahead, refusing to quit, and makes history with an Oscar win that opens the door...
Feb 18, 2025•54 min•Ep 265•Transcript available on Metacast Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we’ve got a love story proving that maybe opposites do attract. After spending years as Hollywood’s most eligible (and sworn) bachelor, George Clooney’s life is turned upside down when he’s introduced to a beautiful, badass civil rights lawyer named Amal Alamuddin. They meet in 2013, and it doesn’t take long for People’s Sexiest Man Alive to fall for the woman who spends her time in a courtroom, and not a movie set. It’s a love story for the ages, Richies. And w...
Feb 11, 2025•57 min•Ep 264•Transcript available on Metacast Last Sunday, the music industry honored their best at the Grammys. Stars including Lady Gaga, Chappell Roan, Doechii, and Beyoncé (yes, she finally won THAT award) all showed up and won. Not only did they walk away with some of the biggest awards of the night, they also delivered kickass speeches and knockout performances. But that was all inside at the ceremony. We’re also talking about what happened outside. Kayne West and his wife, Bianca Censori, brought plenty of drama to the red carpet. Sh...
Feb 07, 2025•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast As we kick off Black History Month, we’re zeroing in on an actor famous for playing larger-than-life characters onscreen. After a slow and steady ascension up the showbiz ladder, South Carolina native Chadwick Boseman knocks it out of the park with his portrayal of Jackie Robinson in “42.” And after his regal performance in “Black Panther,” he becomes Hollywood royalty. But then, when Chadwick is at the top of his game, he’s dealt a devastating blow - a stage-3 colon cancer diagnosis. He handles...
Feb 04, 2025•45 min•Ep 263•Transcript available on Metacast Michelle Yeoh was a gravity-defying, glass ceiling-smashing Hong Kong action film star for years, until she decides to tackle Hollywood. But her road to international stardom is paved with heartbreak and struggles. She endures years fighting against typecasting and borderline racism in Tinseltown, until she finally makes her mark - and history - with an inspirational Oscar win at the age of 60! Never before has there been a star we’ve been so happy to see win “everything...everywhere...all at on...
Jan 28, 2025•41 min•Ep 262•Transcript available on Metacast Time to dust off those gavels, Richies. The court of “Rich and Weekly” is now in session. First, we have the latest in the never ending, always-twisting legal saga between “It Ends with Us” stars, Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively. He slapped her with a $400 million suit, and is now dragging Blake’s hubby, Ryan Reynolds, into the fray too! While they’re all still battling it out, Prince Harry just scored a legal victory across the pond. And closing things out, “your favorite artist’s favorite arti...
Jan 24, 2025•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Viola Davis’ childhood was far from ideal. Struggling with poverty and racism, the “Fences” star’s very humble beginnings were tough, but instilled a fire in her that propelled Viola to where she is today. And that is a pretty remarkable place. Not only is she regarded as one of her generation’s greatest actors (hello, EGOT!), she’s also become a role model for Black women everywhere. And for that, she deserves all the flowers. You can follow Brooke and Aricia on socials at @brookesiffrinn and @...
Jan 21, 2025•44 min•Ep 261•Transcript available on Metacast Happy New Year, Richies! Given that we resolve to start living our best lives this time of year, we thought we’d focus on a star who’s always done that. As an actor in movies like “Coming Home” and “9 to 5,” Jane Fonda has put social justice issues front and center. But it’s her lifelong work as an activist that’s set her apart from Hollywood’s other A-listers...even though she’s taken a lot of heat - and spent some time in the slammer - for it. And now, even in her 80s, this iconoclast is still...
Jan 14, 2025•53 min•Ep 260•Transcript available on Metacast Happy New Year, Richies! We’re ringing in 2025 the same way we rang out 2024 - with celebrity lawsuits. This time, from Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. They have everything to do with the never-ending “It Ends with Us” drama. (Richies, believe us when we tell you, it’s a SAGA.) After we break that story down, we have all the highs (and lows) from Sunday’s Golden Globes, including what everyone’s saying about first-time host, Nikki Glaser! And finally, we’ll talk about all the blowback Stephen “...
Jan 10, 2025•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Martha Stewart always knew she was going to build a better life for herself. Money and stability were the only things she craved, and she had the ambition to get them. But when a stockbroker job goes belly up, Martha’s forced to become the housewife she always disdained. But… maybe there’s money to be made in that too. Binge the full season early and ad free with Wondery+ in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/eventherich. And check out the brand new Even the Rich merch store at wonderysho...
Dec 31, 2024•50 min•Ep 259•Transcript available on Metacast Meeting Dr. Dre finally gives Snoop his big break. It’s the start of his new life. But before he can make it out of Long Beach, he'll have to learn that old lives die hard. Binge the full season early and ad free with Wondery+ in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/eventherich. And check out the brand new Even the Rich merch store at wonderyshop.com You can follow Brooke and Aricia on socials at @brookesiffrinn and @ariciaskidmorewilliamss. And check out the brand new Even the Rich merch s...
Dec 24, 2024•41 min•Ep 258•Transcript available on Metacast With the holiday season in full swing, we’re talking about one of the reigning queens of Christmas, Kelly Clarkson. (Relax, Mariah Carey fans, we said ""one of..."") The road to stardom for the OG “American Idol” hitmaker has not been easy. From surviving a broken home, to navigating the treacherous waters of the music industry, the “Since U Been Gone” singer has proven that no matter what life throws at her, she’ll be able to deal with it. Not only that, but Kelly Clarkson will always come back...
Dec 17, 2024•46 min•Ep 256•Transcript available on Metacast Richies, because you all have been so good this year, we're bringing you one of our favorite ETR arcs just in time for the New Year. Calvin Broadus has so much to prove if he’s going to make it out of gang life. But that’s nothing new. He’s been proving people wrong his whole life. And being Snoop Dogg is how he’s going to do it again Binge the full season early and ad free with Wondery+ in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/eventherich. And check out the brand new Even the Rich merch sto...
Dec 17, 2024•39 min•Ep 257•Transcript available on Metacast We’ve got ourselves another explosive development in the Diddy drama. Not only has the “Bad Boy” impresario been accused of a series of crimes, but now Jay-Z’s been dragged into the mess too. He’s been added to the lawsuit against Diddy, and is being accused of sexually assaulting a minor in 2000. And now Jay’s speaking out about the accusation! Then, we’ll be going over everything we know so far about the rumored split between Megan Fox and MGK (right on the heels of their baby news!). And then...
Dec 16, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Pedro Pascal is a testament to persistence. When he was just a baby, his family fled Chile for America. As a young man, he decided he wanted to be a movie star, and began that journey. But the obstacles and hardships he faced on that path were more than those of the typical struggling actor. In spite of those challenges and a devastating loss, “The Last of Us” and “Gladiator II” star has not only prevailed, but he's become one of Hollywood’s hottest leading men. You can follow Brooke and Aricia ...
Dec 10, 2024•44 min•Ep 255•Transcript available on Metacast She was a bold, young comedy fan from Philadelphia who's now one of the queens of prime time TV. After receiving the right kind of attention for her hilarious viral videos, she has gone on to carve out a place as one of the go-to comedy creators in the network television world. So how did this comedy spitfire manage to sidestep the career wishes of her disapproving mother and become an absolute force in Hollywood? Take the journey with us as we introduce you to the creator and star of “Abbott El...
Dec 03, 2024•38 min•Ep 254•Transcript available on Metacast Just in time for Thanksgiving, we bring you a celebrity we’re truly thankful for. Pamela’s early life is plagued by violence and she’s afraid she’ll never get out of Canada – until a chance spot on a Jumbotron launches her into the public eye – and straight to the Playboy Mansion. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Listen to Even The Rich on the Wondery App or wherever you get your pod...
Nov 26, 2024•49 min•Ep 253•Transcript available on Metacast Tina Turner is the living embodiment of the word “survivor.” After escaping an abusive and volatile marriage to Ike Turner, the “Proud Mary” singer strives - against all odds - to forge her own place in the pantheon of rock ’n roll legends. Clearly, good things come to those who wait (and dance their asses off), because Tina becomes a musical icon, a force on the big screen and the undisputed “Queen of Rock ’n Roll.” Listen to Even The Rich on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. E...
Nov 19, 2024•55 min•Ep 252•Transcript available on Metacast Richies, we’ve got a double dose of celeb family news today. First, it looks like Britney Spears and her youngest son Jayden have reunited. But people who claim to be friends of the “Toxic” singer are suspicious about why Jayden is reaching out after not seeing his mom in years. Then, Megan Fox and MGK are having a baby! We’ve got all the details on her very Megan Fox-style pregnancy announcement. And then, we round things out with a “sexy” story courtesy of People magazine. They just named John...
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