Barely Famous

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of child abuse, sexual abuse, addiction, and serious illness. Please listen with your own mental health in mind 💜On this episode of Barely Famous, Kail sits down with author Kelly Randis for a deeply emotional and unforgettable conversation about survival, truth, and what it really takes to rebuild your life after trauma.Kelly shares the story behind Spilled Milk—not just what she endured as a child, but what came after speaking up. As the conversation unfolds, it becomes clear that healing isn’t linear, and survival doesn’t end when the story is told. From navigating a system that wasn’t built to protect her to redefining her sense of self-worth, Kelly’s journey is as heavy as it is powerful.In a raw and vulnerable moment, she also opens up about her battle with a rare and aggressive cancer—adding another layer to a life that has already asked so much of her. Through it all, Kelly’s purpose is clear: to leave the world better than she found it.This episode is heartbreaking, honest, and impossible to forget.Get Kelly's book here and follow Kelly on Instagram and Tik TokFor full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryGet your Fatherless Behavior Tour Tickets HereThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!To find the right home for you head to apartments.comOPositiv: Take proactive care of your health at opositiv.com/famous for 25% off your first purchaseWildgrain: Right now, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box  PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to Wildgrain.com/FAMOUS to start your subscription today.Leesa: Go to Leesa.com for 20% off PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code BARELY, exclusive for my listeners.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kail sits down with criminal defense attorney Kayla Murphy for a fascinating conversation about what really happens inside the criminal legal system.From plea deals and public defenders to jury selection, domestic violence cases, and the rights people often don’t realize they have, Kayla breaks down the realities of criminal defense in a way that’s both eye-opening and easy to follow.The two also get into how perception can shape everything, why asking for an attorney matters, and the emotional weight that comes with defending people during the hardest moments of their lives. This episode is a raw, thoughtful look at law, justice, and the humanity behind the cases making headlines.Check out Kayla's website hereListen to Drink With Defenders here and follow their IGGet your Fatherless Behavior Tour Tickets HereFor full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!HERS: start your initial free visit at forhers.com/barelyfamous.Progressive: To get your auto insurance quote head to progressive.comShopify: Start your one dollar a month free trial period at shopify.com/famousTonal: Right now, Tonal is offering my listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase at tonal.com with promo code BARELY.Pocket Hose: For a limited time, my listeners can get a FREE pocket pivot a n d their 10-pattern sprayer with the purchase of ANY size Copper Head hose. Just text FAMOUS to 64000 That’s FAMOUS to 64000 for your two free gifts with purchase. FAMOUS to sixty-four thousand. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Barely Famous, Kail sits down with Dr. Phil for a candid, wide-ranging conversation you probably didn’t see coming. They talk about his journey from forensic psychology and trial consulting to becoming a household name in daytime television, and how media and people have evolved along the way.From addiction and true crime to cancel culture and the power of public opinion, Dr. Phil shares his perspective on why people do what they do and what it really takes to change. Kail also reflects on her own full-circle moment with him, making this episode both personal and unexpectedly insightful.Tune into Mystery & Murder and The Dr. Phil Podcast for more!For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!Hiya: for 50% off their best selling children’s vitamin head to hiyahealth.com/famousTo find the right home for you head to apartments.comOPositiv: Take proactive care of your health at opositiv.com/famous for 25% off your first purchaseHERS: start your initial free visit at forhers.com/barelyfamous.Progressive: To get your auto insurance quote head to progressive.comSuper+ RX: Stop overpaying for your prescriptions. Go to Super.com/rx right now to see how much you can save.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Kail is joined by Lincoln & Lux and things get...hilarious.What started as a fun conversation about sports and what life is like at their ages turns into the ultimate roast of Kail. Just when you think you get a break from laughing Lux's one liners through you for a loop! From sports trivia to conversations about what they hope to do in the future this episode has it all.For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryTo shop all merch head to kaillowry.comThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!Hiya: for 50% off their best selling children’s vitamin head to hiyahealth.com/famousTo find the right home for you head to apartments.comQuince: Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to quince.com/famousBoll And Branch:  Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll and Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at bollandbranch.com/barelyfamousProgressive: To get your auto insurance quote head to progressive.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Barely Famous, Kail sits down with Elle Bee a creator who’s been in her orbit for years—friend, foe, and everything in between.They talk about what it’s really like to build a platform around reality TV, how “tea” pages get sources, and why the internet’s obsession with dragging people can turn toxic fast. From the messy ethics of misinformation to the way audiences reward negativity, the conversation turns unexpectedly thoughtful—especially when Kail opens up about cycles, relationships, and what it takes to actually do the work in therapy when real life doesn’t slow down.Follow Elle on YouTube and Tik Tok! For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryTo shop all merch head to kaillowry.comThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!Nutrafol: Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol nutrafol.com promo code FAMOUSTonal: Right now, Tonal is offering my listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase at tonal.com with promo code BARELY.OPositiv: Take proactive care of your health at opositiv.com/famous for 25% off your first purchaseProgressive: To get your auto insurance quote head to progressive.comTo find the right home for you head to apartments.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Barely Famous, Kail sits down with Victoria Smith, a domestic violence survivor turned “survivor life coach” who now helps women rebuild after they’ve gotten out. What starts as a conversation about leaving unsafe relationships quickly expands into the parts people don’t always talk about: the long-term impact on confidence, identity, finances, parenting and why “just leave” is rarely that simple.Victoria shares how surviving years of control and escalation reshaped the way she sees boundaries, safety, and healing, and why she eventually shifted her focus toward supporting survivors on the other side of crisis. Kail also opens up about her own experience navigating the system, the public misunderstanding around domestic violence, and the complicated reality of being judged for choices you make while you’re still trying to survive.It’s a heavy but honest conversation about domestic violence recovery, trauma, addiction as a coping mechanism, and what it actually takes to reclaim your life and protect your kids after everything changes. If you or someone you love needs help, please visit the national DV support website , call 1 800 7233 or text start at 88788 for guidance and support.Follow Victoria on Facebook and Tik TokFor full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryTo shop all merch head to kaillowry.com Thanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!Hiya: for 50% off their best selling children’s vitamin head to hiyahealth.com/famousHERS: start your initial free visit at forhers.com/barelyfamous.Leesa: Go to Leesa.com for 20% off PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code BARELY, exclusive for my listeners.Boll And Branch:  Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll and Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at bollandbranch.com/barelyfamousShopify: Start your one dollar a month free trial period at shopify.com/famousSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to a rare solo episode of Barely Famous Podcast. Kail is kicking off 2026 in full “Controversial Kail is back” mode. This one starts as a life update, but quickly turns into an honest look at how things shift when you’re parenting kids in very different stages, juggling multiple co-parenting dynamics, and trying to keep your peace without pretending everything is neat and tidy.Kail opens up about the reality of what changes as kids get older , plus how she navigates big milestone moments while still protecting her energy and her kids’ privacy. She also answers a stack of listener questions - from boundaries and personal growth to friendships, healing after a very public breakup, and what she’s manifesting for the year ahead. Along the way, she shares what she’s learning about saying “no,” letting time do its thing, and choosing what’s worth the fight and what simply isn’t.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.