Chelsea and Kristina dive into this month’s crumbs, starting with Meghan (Markle) Sussex’s rebrand with her Netflix series, “With Love.” Then they break down Candace Owens’ new lifestyle platform and whether it's leading women down a rabbit hole to the right. And they discuss why this season of “Love Is Blind” is so bad it’s making them wonder if Milwaukee is OK. Plus, “White Lotus,” grudges, women to check on, and more. Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Where to order Chelsea’s book: B...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr•Ep 211•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea and Podstruck co-host Chelsea Davison dive into “Say Everything: A Memoir,” Ione Skye’s new book (out today), which is packed with jaw-dropping moments. They explore Ione’s career-turning role in "Say Anything," her relationship with Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Anthony Kiedis, her marriage to Beastie Boys’ Adam Horovitz, and why her story feels like a Forrest Gump-style journey through a ’90s Hollywood fever-dream. A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics inclu...
Mar 04, 2025•2 hr 7 min•Ep 209•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by author Angela Tucker ("You Should Be Grateful") to dive into "Alone With Me," Eartha Kitt’s 1976 memoir. Together, they unpack Eartha’s journey to international stardom which includes cameos from James Dean, Marilyn Monroe, and Orson Welles. Plus, they dig into the infamous White House luncheon that led to Eartha being blacklisted and the CIA dossier that labeled her a “sadistic nymphomaniac"! A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep 208•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by Traci Thomas (The Stacks podcast) to break down one of the wildest letters to hit The New York Times Magazine: a white man wondering if prioritizing women of color in dating will advance his antiracism. They unpack the letter’s cringiest moments, the ethicist’s response (was it satire?), and why no woman wants to be compared to kale. Plus, Chelsea introduces her new viral article rating system—because some articles demand a group chat rant. Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelsea...
Feb 25, 2025•37 min•Ep 207•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea goes solo for this viral article deep dive, recapping The Cut’s recent interview with Jessica Simpson and her sister Ashley Simpson Ross. Nothing could have prepared Chelsea for the absolutely wild Prince story buried in the middle. Let us know if you’re into this new format! Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Where to order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to order Show Notes: The Jessica & Ashlee Show (The Cut) Jessica Simpson Memoir Episode *** Glamorous Trash is...
Feb 25, 2025•11 min•Ep 206•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea and actor/writer Jana Schmieding ("Rutherford Falls") dive into Neko Case’s brand-new memoir, "The Harder I Fight, The More I Love You." From Case’s neglectful and rugged upbringing in the Pacific Northwest to her rise in the indie rock scene, they unpack her poetic writing, years of relentless touring, and the resilience that fueled her art. Plus, the comedian whose work helped shape Neko’s path, an unexpected Stevie Nicks tangent, and why spite might just be the ultimate creative fuel....
Feb 21, 2025•55 min•Ep 205•Transcript available on Metacast It’s a new kind of episode where we book club a viral article! Chelsea and “Rutherford Falls” creator Sierra Teller Ornelas dive into “The Cruel Kids’ Table,” the buzzy New York Magazine article that wants you to believe the hot young right is effortlessly chic. They break down why these narratives resurface every election cycle, what the actual takeaways should be from this moment in politics, and why the F the article includes the sentence “Melania is mother.” Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelse...
Feb 11, 2025•43 min•Ep 203•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea and comedian Tocarra Mallard dive into Josephine Baker’s newly translated memoir, “Fearless and Free.” They explore how she danced her way to global stardom, secretly worked as a WWII spy for the French Resistance (yes, she smuggled German secrets on sheet music), and built a legacy as groundbreaking as it was complicated. Plus, a deep dive into her controversial Rainbow Tribe and the memoir’s wildest moments—including a psychic rabbit’s foot and some truly questionable recipes. Trigger ...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Ep 202•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea welcomes back Kate Casey to break down former child influencer Shari Franke’s memoir, “The House of My Mother.” They explore her backstory on the now-infamous 8 Passengers YouTube channel, the dark side of family vlogging, and the cult-like control of her mother, Ruby Franke, and life coach Jodi Hildebrandt. Chelsea and Kate unpack the harrowing abuse Shari survived. Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including child abuse. Take care while listening and find helpfu...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep 201•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea and producer Kristina Lopez dive into all the glamorous and trashy headlines, from Brooke Shields’ surgery without her consent, to Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s court drama, to the news of three celebrity memoirs that no one asked for, to the many other cookie crumbs gracing our table. Buckle the hell up, Kristina and Chelsea hadn’t recorded together for a month, so this is a big ol ep! Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including sexual harassment. Take care wh...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep 200•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea welcomes back friend and comedian Toccara Mallard for a closer look at all things Jennifer Hudson. They laugh their asses off as they unpack the Oscar-winning star’s 2012 Weight Watchers-infused memoir, “I Got This: How I Changed My Ways and Lost What Weighed Me Down,” and the juicy moments Jennifer shared —including the infamous Oscars bolero debacle and Oprah yelling at her. Plus, they share a few updates on her romance with Common and her 25(!!!!!!) siblings. Trigger warning: This epi...
Jan 17, 2025•2 hr 36 min•Ep 198•Transcript available on Metacast When someone has the courage to tell their own story, it empowers others to embrace their own. Chelsea and Executive Producer Jordan Moncada unpack Issa Rae’s journey from “The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl” and how her DIY journey has inspired Glamorous Trash’s new project: Behind the Bangs, a year-long program designed to help you craft, pitch, and share your story alongside a supportive creative cookie community. Sign up for Behind The Bangs and join the cookie community: Behind the Ban...
Dec 27, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep 196•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea welcomes back bestie Jo Feldman to unravel the complexities of domestic goddess Martha Stewart as seen in Netflix’s documentary “Martha.” From her early days as a model to building her lifestyle empire, they explore the validity of her “mean girl” reputation, a little bish named James Comey, and her infamous time in prison. Plus, they come to a disagreement as they ponder: was Martha Stewart the original trad wife? Where to order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to order Fo...
Dec 24, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep 195•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea and Ilana Peña (“Diary of a Future President,” “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”) share their hot takes on the highly anticipated movie adaptation of “Wicked.” Then we revisit a previously subscriber-only episode on Kristin Chenoweth’s 2023 memoir, “I’m No Philosopher, But I Got Thoughts.” From Ambien tweets to bible quotes to emotional discoveries about her birth parents, this ep takes you on a surprising and emotional journey down the yellow brick road. Where to order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org ...
Dec 20, 2024•2 hr 50 min•Ep 194•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea and producer Kristina Lopez hold space for a few hot topics, from a viral “Wicked” moment to Megan Thee Stallion’s powerful documentary, “In Her Words.” They reminisce about the “Golden Girls” moments that shaped their lives before diving into an encore of the episode on Rue McClanahan’s 2008 memoir, “My First Five Husbands ... and the Ones Who Got Away” featuring guest Sofiya Alexandra. A must-listen rerun with a brand-new treat! A content warning: This episode contains discussions of s...
Dec 13, 2024•2 hr 52 min•Ep 193•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea welcomes back the wonderful Wes Perry to book club silver screen legend Lauren Bacall’s memoir, “By Myself and Then Some.” They dive into Bacall’s golden-age Hollywood tales—from her whirlwind marriage to Humphrey Bogart and painful rebound with Frank Sinatra to her iconic roles alongside Marilyn Monroe and her enduring political activism. Get out your (DECAFFEINATED!!!!!) drink of choice as we ponder: did Lauren Bacall actually name “The Rat Pack”? A content warning: This episode contai...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep 192•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by author and podcaster Susan Lieu (“The Manicurist’s Daughter”) to explore “Love, Lucy,” the memoir of comedy icon Lucille Ball. They unpack Lucy’s rise to superstardom with “I Love Lucy,” her passionate and rocky romance with Desi Arnaz, and her relentless battles against sexism that drove her to break barriers—and a few car windows—along the way. New Glamorous Trash Merch Psychic Moment Candle My Higher Power Candle Checking on Another Woman Card Candles and Card Bundle Wher...
Nov 22, 2024•2 hr 42 min•Ep 189•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by comedian Dominick Pupa (“Fixing Famous People”) and her mom, TMomZ, to book club Cher’s history-making memoir, “Cher: The Memoir (Part 1).” SNAP OUT OF IT — we don’t need to write a description: IT’S CHER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including suicide, drug use, abuse, and sexual assault. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here. New Glamorous Trash Merch Psychic Moment Candle My Higher Power Candle ...
Nov 19, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Ep 188•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea and comedian and actor Crystal Marie Denha (“The Gutter”) analyze “Vanna Speaks,” the 1987 memoir from “Wheel of Fortune” icon Vanna White. They explore everything from Vanna’s wild tales of romance at Chippendales, to how she landed her iconic letter-turning role on TV. Along the way, they yell about diet culture, her criminal (??) manager, and some brand new reasons to hate on Hugh Hefner’s ghost. A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including suicid...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep 187•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea and producer Kristina open the Cookie Jar for a juicy deep dive into everything from Britney Spears’s jewelry line to surprising updates on memoirs from JoJo Levesque, Mary Bonnet, and Bethany Joy Lenz. Plus, an unexpected Glamorous Trash merch drop, and some cathartic yelling at Henry Kissinger which we could all use this week. New Glamorous Trash Merch Psychic Moment Candle My Higher Power Candle Checking on Another Woman Card Candles and Card Bundle Where to order Chelsea’s book: Book...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep 186•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by journalist and memoirist Connie Wang to unpack "Connie," the memoir by pioneering news icon Connie Chung. They explore Chung's experiences as one of the first Chinese-American women in news and the mountains she climbed. There’s also wild drama with Barbara Walters and Diane Sawyer, a long-distance romance with now-husband Maury Povich, and jump scares from Ryan O’Neal, Marlon Brando, and… (DRINGO!) Henry Kissinger. A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sen...
Nov 08, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep 185•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea teams up with Melinda Thompson (co-host of the Hello Witches! podcast) and Blake “LUXXURY” Robin (co-host of the One Song podcast) for a special Memoir in the Music episode, all about rock’s mystical witch, Stevie Nicks. Just in time for Halloween, they sift through Stevie’s witchy lyrics to uncover tales of romance, heartbreak, and just a hint of hexing. From “Landslide” to “Rhiannon” to “Silver Springs,” Chelsea and her guests reveal why Stevie’s life needs no traditional memoir—it’s a...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep 184•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by podcaster Natalie Katona and writer Julia Washington (co-hosts of Still Comfy) to break down “One Tree Hill” star Bethany Joy Lenz’s memoir, “Dinner for Vampires.” They explore Bethany’s experiences in a high-control religious cult. Get ready for co-star drama, jezebel fuckery, and an asshat cult leader obsessed with The Sopranos. A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including emotional abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful res...
Oct 22, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Ep 180•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by writer, podcast host, and cultural commentator Evan Ross Katz to discuss Ina Garten’s memoir, “Be Ready When the Luck Happens.” They discuss everything from Ina's turbulent childhood and her career in nuclear energy to her rise as a culinary icon with “Barefoot Contessa” and the baked chicken recipe that supposedly made Prince Harry propose! They also dissect all things Jeffrey—from the CIA rumors and his work at Blackstone to Ina surprising him with an entire apartment in P...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep 179•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by Jodie Sweetin (“Full House” and the “How Rude, Tanneritos!” podcast) to break down “A Paper Life,” by Tatum O’Neal, Hollywood’s youngest-ever Oscar winner. This is perhaps the most intense memoir this podcast has ever covered!! And because it’s 1970s Hollywood, there are appearances by Cher, Barbra Streisand, Anjelica Huston, Melanie Griffith, and—of course—Mick Jagger. Jodie reflects on her own experiences as a child star, while Chelsea yells at Oprah for trying to bring Ta...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep 178•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by Kiki Monique (host of “Reality Checked” on SiriusXM’s Radio Andy and TheTalkofShame on TikTok) to discuss the memoir of “Selling Sunset” star Mary Bonnet. From teenage motherhood in Indiana to dating a Major League Baseball player, a boy band member, and a professional racecar driver, her dating rosters deliver in celeb cameos. And somehow Taye Diggs and Idina Menzel’s shoes are major players in her future with The Oppenheim group?? This one’s quite the ride. A content warni...
Oct 04, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep 177•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea welcomes actor and filmmaker Armida López to unpack Mia Farrow’s memoir, “What Falls Away.” They explore Mia’s life, from her Hollywood upbringing as the daughter of director John Farrow and actress Maureen O’Sullivan to her high-profile relationships with Frank Sinatra, André Previn, and Woody Allen. And then as I’m sure you guessed the last half of the episode is all about Woody and Mia’s court case that set out prove or disprove allegations of his child abuse, and Chelsea yells a lot....
Sep 24, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep 175•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea welcomes Danielle Henderson (TV writer and I Saw What You Did podcast co-host) to break down Eve’s memoir, “Who’s That Girl?” Together, they explore Eve’s meteoric rise from Philly to international stardom, including her legendary collaborations with DMX, Dr. Dre, Gwen Stefani. They dissect all of Eve's Hollywood tales that involve cameos from celebrities like Suge Knight, P. Diddy, Prince, Janet Jackson, and, um… Sean Penn!?! Where to order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places...
Sep 20, 2024•2 hr 35 min•Ep 174•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea is joined by Caroline Moss (Gee Thanks, Just Bought It!) to break down Joanna "JoJo" Levesque’s memoir, “Over the Influence.” They explore JoJo’s journey as a teen pop star fighting her way through the music industry’s darkest corners. From a relentless legal battle to release new music, to struggles with addiction, to a satin blue dress splitting straight up the butt at an industry party, this memoir is wild! Where to order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to order Follow ...
Sep 17, 2024•2 hr 35 min•Ep 173•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea and podcast producer Kristina Lopez dive deep into the friendship between Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini by combing through the pages of their memoirs — “True Love” and “Troublemaker” — to find insights into their best friend breakup and now rumored reconciliation. Since our media landscape is lacking authentic female friendship break-up stories, they explore this one to the max: from the timeline of how J.Lo and Leah's bond unraveled to their glamorous shared moments at Tom Cruise and K...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep 172•Transcript available on Metacast 
