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Khloe Kardashian Faces Off With The Internet

This week Chris Burns, Bari Rosenfeld and Mike Coscarelli break down everything trending on social media right now. They begin by discussing Khloe Kardashian’s new face and whether or not it was fair for the entire internet to laugh at it. Next they dive into the Doja Cat incel chat room controversy and try to figure out what exactly is going on. Later they decide if Instagram was the right place for Lana Del Rey to take out her frustration on Beyonce, Arianna Grande and other female artists who are making pop songs about being sexy. Finally they explain once and for all the scam behind the infamous Instagram loop giveaways from shady influencers. Betterhelp: Join over 800,000 people taking charge of their mental health and go to BetterHelp.com/slapped for 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 26, 202043 min

Even Ryan Seacrest Is Bored With American Idol

This week our hosts Kay Brown, Sean Kilby, and Taylor Jackson start the show with a dating dilemma for one of our hosts. Next, they discuss former Bachelorette Hannah B’s weak apology after saying the N-word on IG Live. Could this be the end of her career as we know it? Then they tell us why Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber are feuding with Tekashi 6ix9ine while he’s under house arrest. Plus, they react to the public concern about Ryan Seacrest’s health after a strange moment during the American Idol finale. Finally, they talk about Mindy Kaling signing on to write Legally Blonde 3 and tell us which rom-coms they’d like to see get a sequel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19, 202049 min

Chrissy Teigen Served Up Some Beef On Twitter

This week Sara Levine, Bryan Russell Smith and Bari Rosenfeld interrupt their quarantine to bring you content! They begin by discussing Chrissy Teigen’s short lived Twitter break and weekend beef with Alison Roman. Next they give their opinions on whether or not Instagram has actually gotten better and less toxic since everyone’s been in quarantine. Then they decide whether or not they would attend an invite only quarantine party after the reports that an NYC hotspot threw one for its VIPs. Finally they break down the “Parks and Rec” reunion and decide how it stacks up against other classic TV show reunions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 12, 202034 min

How Hard Is It To Keep It In Your Pants? Ft. David Birtwistle

This week our hosts Kay Brown, Dylan Hafer, and Chris Burns have tons of pop culture news to discuss, starting with an update on Kristin Cavallari’s divorce turning ugly. Next, they discuss the announcement that a new Twilight book is coming this summer. Then they talk about the surprise casting choice of Nic Cage as Joe Exotic in a TV adaptation of the Tiger King story. They update us on the status of Clare’s season of The Bachelorette, and tell us whether or not it’s ever going to happen. Plus, they share some of the cringiest celebrity TikToks of the week. When is Pilot Peter finally going to post something that doesn’t hurt to watch? Finally, Kay is joined by David Birtwistle of Netflix’s Too Hot To Handle to talk about picking up girls on vacation, how he’s surviving quarantine, and what makes THTH different from your run of the mill dating show. Thanks to our sponsors! Skylight: As a special holiday offer, you can get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go SkylightFrame.com/SLAP and enter code SLAP Postmates: Use promo code SLAPPED for $100 of free delivery credit for your first 7 days when you download the Postmates app! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 5, 202048 min

We Were There For The Real Story Behind Bad Education

The OG Betches crew is back! Jordana, Sami, and Aleen return to @Betches to talk about an incredible true story from their high school days. But first they start the show with a conversation about Kristin Cavallari and Jay Cutler announcing they’re getting divorced after 10 years together. Is this headed for an ugly battle? Then they move onto the main event: their reaction to the brand new HBO movie Bad Education, which is all about an embezzlement scandal that took place during their own high school days. They walk us through what the movie got right, what it got wrong, and exactly how the scandal affected their hometown of Roslyn, New York. Plus, they give us the inside scoop from working at the school newspaper that broke the story, what it felt like at the time, and how it even may have indirectly inspired their starting Betches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 28, 20201h 1m

Are We Tired of Zoom Concerts?

This week your hosts Sara Levine, Bryan Russell Smith and Taylor Jackson judge all the quarantine content being produced for people during the social distancing era. The begin by analyzing the rumors of a potential One Direction reunion. Next they give their opinions on the “Together At Home” concert and whether or not they’re tired of zoom quality programming. Finally they give a full breakdown of Netflix’s latest reality hit “Too Hot To Handle”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 21, 202032 min

Celebs Are Fu**ing Up

This week Chris Burns, Bari Rosenfeld and Kay Brown dish on all the hottest quarantine gossip. They begin by discussing celebs f**cking up including Justin Bieber taking a moment to think about all the poor people watching his livestream, and Tori Spelling charging for a virtual meet and greet. Next they discuss SNL’s at home zoom prime time show and whether or not they pulled it off. Finally they discuss the premiere of the new “Listen To Your Heart” show and whether or not it’ll be any good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 14, 202047 min

Do I Need To Be Productive During Quarantine?

This week Aleen, Dylan and Bari discuss influencer culture in the time of quarantine breaking down their opinions on the differences between Arielle Charnas and Kristin Cavallari’s content, and whether or not they are promoting responsible behavior in the time of a pandemic. Next they discuss whether Quibi’s 10-minute mobile content has staying power in a world of a million streaming services. Finally they discuss whether or not people should be putting pressure on themselves to be extremely productive during the quarantine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 7, 202045 min

Tiger King Is The Only Thing Keeping Us Sane

On this week’s @Betches our hosts Sean Kilby, Dylan Hafer, and Sara Levine talk about the recent backlash to celebrity culture during quarantine and discuss whether or not the hate will last when things go back to normal. Plus, they share some of the most egregious celebrity posts and ask why the vitriol has gotten so much stronger this week. Then it’s time for the latest edition of Betchflix with a reaction to the show everyone is talking about, Tiger King. They rank the worst villains on the show, break down the biggest outstanding questions following its conclusion, and share their own pet theories. Did Carole Baskin really commit the crime everyone is accusing her of, and does she deserve all the hate from fans? Finally, they tell us which characters from Tiger King absolutely need their own spinoff shows. Donate to the Good Influence Fund by going to: betches.co/donate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 31, 202053 min

Who Leaked The Kanye/ Taylor Phone Call?

This week Betches Co-Founder Sami Fishbein is joined by the man with all the tea, Enty Lawyer. They begin by discussing the release of the entirety of the infamous Kanye West/ Taylor Swift phone call and who could have possibly leaked it. Next they attempt to get to the bottom of why it’s been so easy for some celebs to get a Coronavirus test. Later they talk about which shows and movies are halting production and whether or not we can expect to see them come back at all. Finally, fresh off the heels of the news that Ellen Degeneres is a monster, Enty reveals who is nice and who is not in Hollywood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 24, 202037 min

Quarantine Chronicles

This week on @Betches our hosts Sean Kilby, Chris Burns, and Sara Levine tell us how they’re staying sane during this moment of social distancing. They talk about the series of events last week that lead people to starting taking the crisis seriously, including Tom Hanks getting diagnosed. Next, they discuss the impact of restaurants, movie theaters, and other businesses closing, and talk about the announcement that the Met Gala is now postponed. Plus, they rank the cringiest celebrity coronavirus posts this week. Finally, they close out the show with some Betchflix binge recommendations and tell us what to watch while stuck in quarantine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 17, 20201h 4m

Corona Is Headlining Coachella This Year

This week your hosts Dylan Hafer, Nicole Pellegrino and Chris Burns begin the show by discussing Coronavirus shutting down Coachella, and major sporting events. Next they try to pin down the latest updates surrounding possible fugitive, Amanda Bynes. Next they discuss Megan Thee Stallion suing her former record label to get out of a terrible contract. Later Nicole and Dylan are joined by ‘Riverdale’s Ashleigh Murray to discuss her new show ‘Katy Keene’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 10, 202052 min

Why Is Clare Crawley The Next Bachelorette? Ft. Iliza Shlesinger

This week on @Betches our hosts Sean Kilby (Podcast Manager), Bari Rosenfeld (E-commerce Manager), and Dylan Hafer (Assistant Editor) start the show with a reaction to Clare Crawley being named the next Bachelorette. Then they discuss Hilary Duff’s plea to move the Lizzie McGuire reboot to Hulu. Would you want to watch a more adult version of the show? Next, they break down a feud between the ‘Cash Me Outside’ girl and a Disney Channel star that got way out of hand. Plus, they talk about the new Lady Gaga music video and share their response to Coronavirus making its way to New York City. Finally, Sean and Bari are joined by Iliza Shlesinger to talk about her starring role alongside Mark Wahlberg in the new Netflix movie Spenser Confidential. Thanks to our sponsors! Go to Framebridge.com and use promo code BETCH to save an additional 15% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 3, 20201h 11m

Is “Love Is Blind” Living Up To The Hype?

This week our hosts Chris Burns (Video Content Creator), Sara Levine (Editor in Chief/Host of ‘Not Another True Crime Podcast’) and Mike Coscarelli (Manager: Podcast Production) begin the show by discussing Gigi Hadid’s epic fight night twitter clap back at Jake Paul. Next they dive into Justin Bieber’s shade throwing at Cara Delevingne on James Corden’s show. Later they give their thoughts on Amanda Byne’s engagement announcement on Instagram. Finally, they’re joined by Betches Co-Founder Sami Fishbein to break down all the madness happening on the Netflix show “Love Is Blind”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 25, 20201h 0m

Why Are People Claiming Jameela Jamil Has Munchausen Syndrome?

This week our hosts Sean Kilby (Podcast Manager), Amanda Duberman (Manager of Betches Sup), and Dylan Hafer (Assistant Editor) begin the show with a conversation about people claiming that Jameela Jamil may have embellished her own health problems. Is it fair to criticize her claims or should everyone just leave her alone? Next, they discuss the release of Justin Bieber’s new album, the decision to shave that unfortunate mustache, and his relationship with Hailey. Plus, they talk about the release date for Adele’s upcoming album and whether or not she’s receiving extra scrutiny of late. They talk about one of the cruise ships that had to be quarantined after passengers, including Americans, were infected with the coronavirus. Finally, they finish the show with a conversation about the new movie "To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love You," including what they liked, how it should have ended, and whether Noah Centineo is the Aidan or the Big of this franchise. Thanks to our sponsors! Use promo code SLAPPED for ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS of free delivery credit for your first SEVEN days when you download the Postmates app! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 18, 20201h 2m

Awards Season Is Finally F**king Over Ft. Joey Sasso

This week our hosts Kay Brown (Senior Social Media Manager), Sara Levine (Editor in Chief), and Bari Rosenfeld (E-commerce Manager) start things off with their best and worst dressed lists from the Oscars red carpet. Then they share the most WTF moments from the Academy Awards ceremony, including a debate about which actor’s speech was the most painful to watch. Next, they break down the drama between Snoop Dogg and Gayle King and tell us who is in the wrong here. Plus, they update us on the celebrity college admissions scandal and explain what was on Olivia Jade’s fake resume. Finally, Kay and Sara are joined by Joey Sasso (spoilers ahead) of Netflix’s new reality series The Circle to talk about his strategy on the show, what it was like to go in blind, and how his life has changed since. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 11, 202059 min

Was This The Greatest Super Bowl Halftime Show Ever?

This week on @Betches our hosts Aleen Kuperman (Betches Founder and CEO), Chris Burns (Video Content Creator), and Alicia Angeles (Account Director) begin the show with their reaction to the incredible JLO/Shakira Superbowl Halftime Show. Next they decide which Super Bowl commercials were the best and the worst of this year’s big game. Then they discuss the truly horrifying Stormi World 2 that had even Stormi Webster herself a little scared. Later they breakdown their feelings on Taylor Swift’s new documentary, “Miss Americana”, and whether or not Taylor comes across as relatable. Finally they profess their undying love for Demi Lovato who had a huge week singing at both the Grammy’s and the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 4, 202053 min

Do You Have It In You To Catfish Someone? Ft. Nev Schulman and Kamie Crawford

This week on @Betches our hosts Sara Levine (Editor in Chief), Dylan Hafer (Assistant Editor), and Gilana Jaffe (Consumer Insights Analyst) begin the show with their reaction to the tragic news of Kobe Bryant’s sudden passing. They discuss the initial reaction and why this feels different than other celebrity deaths. Next, they break down the Grammys this weekend including red carpet highlights, the best performances, and whether or not Billie Eilish deserved all the top awards. Then they update us on the former Bachelor contestant who had her million-dollar fantasy football winnings taken away. Plus, they discuss the format of the new Netflix show The Circle and tell us how well they would be able to pull off a fake identity online. Finally, Sara is joined by Nev Schulman and Kamie Crawford of MTV’s Catfish to talk about how people are still getting hoodwinked online, the new format this season, and what to do if someone you love is getting catfished. They close the show with their thoughts on everyone rooting for Brad and Jen to get back together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 28, 20201h 14m

Will Brad And Jen Get Back Together?

This week on @Betches our hosts Sami Fishbein (Co-Founder and Chief Content Officer), Bari Rosenfeld (E-commerce Manager), and Sean Kilby (Podcast Manager) start the show with a recap of Sami’s back-to-back vacations. Then it’s time to discuss the backstage picture-seen-round-the-world, as they speculate on Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston’s SAG awards exchange. Is there any chance these two might be getting back together, and if so, are you here for it? Next, they react to Prince Harry’s first public speech since moving to Canada and talk about the first paparazzi photos of Meghan Markel in her new hometown. Will they ever be able to shake the spotlight? They break down the drama between Danielle Bernstein of WeWoreWhat and a Poshmark seller who ended up with some of her unreleased swimwear. Finally, they tell about the historic event going on in the Senate today, and unveil a Clown of the Week featuring two Vanderpump Rules cast members and a series of old Tweets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 21, 202050 min

Disney Pixar Presents: Princess Megxit

In this week’s episode of the @Betches podcast, our hosts Chris Burns (Video Content Creator), Taylor Jackson (Social Media Manager), and Nicole Pellegrino (Associate Marketing Manager) start with a reaction to the Queen’s public statement on Megxit and a conversation about what Meghan and Harry will do to make a living. Next, they discuss Gigi Hadid getting back with Zayn Malik, and speculate as to why she deleted a tweet in support of Justin Bieber. They share the biggest Oscar snubs of the year and a story about the Bachelor contestant who got caught running her own fan account. Plus, they tell us how to become Tik Tok famous (or at least how to fail miserably). Finally, they close the show with the Clown of the Week and a great celebrity IG post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 14, 202040 min

Welcome To The First @Betches

Welcome to the first ever @Betches Podcast! This week our hosts Dylan Hafer (Assistant Editor), Sara Levine (Editor in Chief/ Host of ‘Not Another True Crime Podcast’) and Kay Brown (Senior Social Media Manager/Host of ‘The Betchelor’) begin by breaking down the past weekend’s office beef with Hailey Bieber over a review of Justin’s new single. Next they discuss all the best (and worst) moments of the Golden Globes. Later they talk about a Ferrari crashing into Lisa Vanderpump’s restaurant, Pump. Finally they close the show with a recap of the season premiere of “The Bachelor”. Framebridge: Frame your photos or send the perfect gift. Go to Framebridge.com and use promo code BETCH to save an additional 15% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 7, 202042 min

#170 The Final Slap (Sort Of)

For the final time this year, Sami, Aleen and Jordana are together and start the show with a recap of their busy weekends, including Jordana's long trip, Aleen getting a Peloton, and a trip to see Alanis Morrisette’s new Broadway show. Plus, they talk about Jordana and Sami’s form on the ski slopes last week. Then they make an exciting announcement about the future of the show and tell us what’s to come in the new year. Next, they talk about the season finale of Keeping Up with the Kardashians and speculate about the future of that show. A listener writes in to ask how to skip a bachelorette party without hurting the bride’s feelings. Is it okay to tell someone you can’t afford to join them for both their wedding and the bachelorette? They then reminisce about some of the best (and worst) moments from the first year of Betches’ existence, sharing stories from their time in college. Finally, they close out the show with a Betch Slap and a debate about Apple TV+. Be sure to check back in the new year as we debut the @Betches podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 17, 201956 min

#169 Who’s On Your Celeb Hall Pass List?

This week Aleen is joined by Betches employees Kay Brown and Abby Lloyd. They get things started with a recap of Aleen’s honeymoon, including a story about traveling back in time and a visit to the spot where Kim K famously lost her earring. Plus, they discuss Abby getting stood up on a date this weekend and what to do when you already got dressed up to go out. Next, they talk about Snooki announcing her retirement from Jersey Shore and revisit why that show was so iconic in the first place. They discuss the controversial Peloton commercial that has everyone outraged, along with the ingenious follow up from Ryan Reynolds’s gin company. They also talk about the banana taped to a wall at Art Basel that was sold for $120k (and subsequently got eaten). Then it’s time to play The Ranking Game featuring some of the best holiday movies from the last 30 years. Finally, they close out the show with another round of Betches Superlatives, including a conversation about embarrassing celebrity crushes and a debate about who’d be most likely to hook up with a famous person. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 10, 20191h 2m

#168 Did Dakota Johnson Just Expose Ellen DeGeneres?

With Jordana and Aleen on the road, Sami is joined instead by Betches employees Dylan Hafer and Bari Rosenfeld. They start the show with a review of several new movies including The Irishman, Knives Out and Frozen 2. They discuss the ongoing streaming TV wars and ask whether or not it’s time to start cutting out the ones you don’t watch. Next, they talk about Olivia Jade’s return to YouTube and Dakota Johnson awkwardly calling out Ellen for not coming to her birthday party. Plus, they discuss Pete Davidson’s strange appeal and the outrageous NDAs people have to sign in order to attend his shows. They play a round of The Ranking Game featuring the number-one songs from each year of the decade. Then they close out the show with another list of Betches Superlatives and their Betch Slaps of this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 3, 20191h 10m

#167 Is Anyone In Hollywood Still Monogamous?

Jordana and Sami start the show with a preview of their Thanksgiving plans and a conversation about sharing TV time with sporting events. They debate whether or not the photos of Justin Timberlake holding hands with Alisha Wainwright mean that he is cheating. Is it ever okay for a married man to hold hands with another woman? They talk about the new Hulu series Dollface and HBO’s Mrs. Fletcher. Next, a listener writes in to ask if it’s okay to ask your significant other to pay a greater share of rent if they make more money than you. Could this create a rift in the relationship that could lead down the wrong path? They play a round of The Ranking Game featuring the most popular Thanksgiving foods. Plus, they play another game of Betches Superlatives and tell us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 26, 201952 min

#166 Are You Tired Of All The New Streaming Services Yet?

Jordana and Aleen kick off the show with a recap of their busy weekends, a preview of their upcoming vacations, and a few book recommendations. At 14:30 they talk about the renewed drama between Taylor Swift and Scooter Braun. Are either of the two feuding sides actually telling the truth? They also tell us about their latest Real Housewives binges, talk about the Countess being late to her own BravoCon event, and share details about the newest Housewives franchise. Next, they discuss the debut of Disney+ and talk about all the competing streaming services. At 30:10 a listener writes in to ask how to confront a pair of friends who started going to concerts without inviting her along. How do you handle not being included in a plan? At 36:40 they play The Ranking Game with a list of some of the best classic Disney films. Finally, they introduce Betches Superlatives, the new segment where we find out which person in the office is most likely to do what, including the most likely to leave without saying goodbye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 19, 201955 min

#165 Is Hiding Instagram Likes The Answer To Your Social Media Anxiety?

Aleen and Jordana are back and start the show with a conversation about the Showtime show Couples Therapy and how f*cked up we all are in our relationships. Plus, they react to the series finale of The Affair and tell us what they thought of the show’s conclusion. At 18:45 they talk about Instagram’s move to start hiding likes from the public. Do you think people will be more free with their posts if people can’t see their like count? They also follow up on last week’s list of the most beloved celebrity couples with a few listener submissions. Then at 36:50 an emailer asks for advice with handling a toxic work environment. Is it your responsibility to adjust to a bad situation, or should you just go look for something more fulfilling? At 42:40 they play The Ranking Game with a list of the most famous celebrity couples to get together in 2019. They close out the show by telling us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 12, 201950 min

#164 Which Celeb Breakup Would Be The Most Devastating?

Sami and Aleen are back and kick off the show with a conversation about all the people missing from Stassi and Beau’s engagement party this weekend, and discuss the drama surrounding Kanye’s Brunchella debacle. Is this the most embarrassing event since Fyre Festival? At 15:05 they discuss all things TV including what’s new, what’s good, and where you should watch. With all the new streaming services popping up, which ones will last and which are actually worth paying for? At 33:40 a listener writes in for help with a light-weight she invited to her bachelorette party. How do you express pre-party concerns without coming off as passive aggressive? At 42:20 they play The Ranking Game with a list of the highest profile breakups of 2019, and ask which celebrity breakup would hit you the hardest. They close out the show by questioning every relationship Taylor Swift has ever had. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 5, 20191h 5m

#163 Which Celebrity Won Halloween?

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Jordana, Sami and Aleen are back to talk about their Halloweekend and tell us what costumes each of them wore. Plus, at 5:10 they discuss the new thriller Parasite and explain what it says about wealth and status. Next, they break down the release of two new singles from Selena Gomez, the timeline of her break from Justin Bieber, and all the drama going on between her and Hailey. At 17:55 they discuss RHOC star Meghan King Edmonds splitting from her cheating husband. Did Vicki really predict exactly how long their marriage would last? At 30:35 a listener writes in to ask for advice with a group of friends whose interests are out of touch with current events. Is it okay to split from your friend group if you think they aren’t maturing along with you? At 38:00 they play the Ranking Game with a list of the best celebrity Halloween costumes of the year, including a great mother-daughter pick from Kylie and Stormi. Then they finish the show by telling us who they all want to Betch Slap this week. Thanks again to our sponsor! Pumpkin season is here and that means all things pumpkin at Dunkin. For more information, follow @Dunkin on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 29, 201947 min

#162 What If My Love Does Cost A Thing?

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Sami is back with Jordana and Aleen to breakdown her trip to Switzerland. They talk about going on vacation with family and highlight the best places to travel with your mom. At 16:50 they discuss Jennifer Lawrence’s wedding this weekend, and the ongoing drama between Liam and Miley. Plus, they react to the latest shows to hit streaming. At 33:35 they read a Dear Betch email from a listener who is more successful than her boyfriend and not sure what to do. Is it wrong to break up with someone because they don’t make enough money? In honor of Halloween, at 41:20 they rank how much fun each holiday was back when they were 23-years-old, as well as how much fun they are now. At 48:10 they close out the show with their Betch Slaps of the week. Thanks again to our sponsor! Pumpkin season is here and that means all things pumpkin at Dunkin. For more information, follow @Dunkin on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 22, 201954 min

#161 When Is It Okay To Just Leave The Group Chat?

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Jordana and Aleen are back with a recap of the U Up? Live shows this weekend and tell us what Joey Fatone was like in person. Plus, they talk about how disappointing the Breaking Bad movie was. They also react to the latest Miley and Liam drama and tell us whether or not they’re destined to get back together. At 15:55 they share their reaction to the season finale of Succession, including a theory about who is really pulling the strings. At 23:30 an emailer asks how to deal with a pair of close friends who are always in fights. Is it okay to just leave the group chat if things are getting out of hand? At 30:35 they play a round of the Ranking Game with the juiciest scandals in RHOC history. Is Vicki Gunvalson’s “cancer-gate” saga the most appalling scandal in all of the Real Housewives franchises? Then they close out the show by telling us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 15, 201943 min

#160 Should I Measure My Close Friends Based On Wedding Invitations?

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Jordana, Aleen and Sami return to discuss their weekend binge watching which included “Joker”, “Succession”, and “The Politician”, only to find that the type of shows that they’re interested are completely different. At 14:00 they talk about Miley Cyrus’ recent thirst trapping Instagram antics since her divorce from Liam. At 19:55 they talk about Kylie and Travis’ breakup and her late night meetups with Tyga. At 25:00 they discuss whether or not Kanye West is trying to start his own religion. At 29:45 a listener writes in wondering how to deal with her anxiety and fomo about not being invited to a wedding that her friends are going to. At 37:00 they play the ranking game, Halloween candy edition. At 47:35 they award their Betch Slap of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 8, 201955 min

#159 Has Anyone Ever Enjoyed A Hayride?

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Jordana and Aleen start the show with a recap of the wedding they attended this weekend and their thoughts on this week’s episode of Succession. They also talk about all the drama happening on RHOC. Is everyone trying to get Kelly kicked off the show? At 22:10 they share the latest pop culture news including J.Lo teaming up with Shakira for the Superbowl halftime show, details from the Bieber wedding, and Malika Haqq turning her pregnancy into sponcon. At 36:10 a listener writes in to ask if she should be pissed that her boyfriend’s sister didn’t include her name on their save-the-date. Is this an obvious signal that she’s not welcome at the wedding? At 47:00 Sami joins the show and they close things out with a Ranking Game all about the most popular fall activities. Thanks again to our sponsor! Pumpkin season is here and that means all things pumpkin at Dunkin. For more information, follow @Dunkin on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 1, 201948 min

#158 The One Where We Rank The ‘Friends’

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Jordana, Aleen and Sami are back and start with a recap of their European vacations, including highlights from Italy, Aleen’s airline horror story, and Jordana’s first Oktoberfest. At 25:50 they break down the Aaron and Nick Carter dumpster fire going on and tell us why they’re suddenly in the news. Is Aaron in need of help or is Nick just overreacting? At 42:25 a listener writes in to ask how to deal with overbearing men in the workplace. Is it better to stick it out or look for or a new job? Then at 47:00 they celebrate the 25th anniversary of Friends with a round of The Ranking Game all about characters from the show. Could Chandler BE any funnier? They close out the show with a conversation about how each character fits in the group and which one is the absolute worst. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 24, 201953 min

#157 Why Can’t We Stop Talking About Caroline Calloway?

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Sami and Aleen are back, and with Jordana on vacation they break down the controversy surrounding faux-influencer Caroline Calloway, including her Adderall fueled spiral. Does she deserve all the hate, or is she just a victim of her own addiction? At 32:45 a listener (who may just be more obsessed with Succession than them) shares in-depth thoughts on the latest episode and asks about Nan’s impressive performance. Is this the best show on tv right now? At 39:12 they play The Ranking Game, vacation-style. What is the worst type of vacation to go on? They finish the show by telling us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 17, 201954 min

#156 What Do I Do If All The Women I Work With Are Cliquey?

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Aleen, Sami and Jordana start the show a conversation about fall finally arriving in New York City and a debate about which season is the best time of year. Plus, they recap Jordana’s 30th birthday wine tour this weekend. At 13:50 they discuss the latest episode of Succession. Is this the best episode they’ve ever made? Then at 26:25 they break down the latest news about the Britney Spears conservatorship and explain what’s happening with the custody battle over her children. They also discuss a new Betches article that asks whether or not influencers are just using gratitude to brag. At 39:40 a listener writes in to ask how she should deal with a group of catty co-workers. Is it up to her boss to get involved or should she take care of this on her own? At 45:20 they play The Ranking Game with some of the most regrettable fashion trends of the early 2000’s, then reveal who they want to Betch Slap this week. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 10, 201959 min

#155 Is Justin Bieber Like, Emotionally Mature Now?

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Sami, Aleen and Jordana start the show with a recap of Aleen’s mini-honeymoon, including the most romantic moments and a conversation about whether or not you feel different after getting married. Plus, they talk about the nude beach she swam at and debate whether or not they’d have the courage to go nude. At 23:30 they discuss Justin Bieber’s public statement about dealing with fame at a young age. Is he suddenly mature? They also talk about the controversial new Dave Chappelle stand up special and react to the latest episode of Succession. At 50:40 a listener writes in to ask if her mom is right to accuse her boyfriend of taking advantage of her financial support. Is there a double standard when women are the breadwinners? At 59:45 they play The Ranking Game with some of the best fictional criminals in film and television, then tell us who they are going to Betch Slap this week. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 3, 20191h 7m

#154 What’s The Best Album Of Taylor Swift’s Career?

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Sami and Jordana start the show with highlights from Aleen’s wedding this weekend, including a story about how Jordana managed to break into a house. At 8:00 they talk about the new Betches Off Campus podcast and share some of the craziest stories from their college days. At 18:00 they discuss the new Taylor Swift album and recap the latest Bravo drama. Why did Bethenny Frankel leave RHONY and what was her cryptic marriage-tweet all about? They also react to this week’s episode of HBO’s Succession. At 34:40 a listener writes in to ask for advice with the next step in her career. Is it better to move from job to job or should you just stay put? At 39:15 they play The Ranking Game with all of Taylor Swift’s albums, then they close out the show with their Betch Slap of the Week. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 27, 201946 min

#153 Is It Socially Acceptable To Claim A Wedding Date Before You’re Even Engaged?

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Sami, Jordana and Aleen begin the show with a recap of Jordana’s trip across the midwest this weekend for the UUp? Live tour. At 20:10 they update us on who Tyler from The Bachelorette is hooking up with, including rumors about Gigi Hadid and Andi Dorfman. At 25:30 they discuss the latest episode of HBO’s Succession. Which character is actually in line to take over, and which ones are just getting played? At 37:30 a listener writes in to ask if it’s socially acceptable to claim a date for your wedding if you’re not even engaged yet. How far do you have to space out your wedding from an immediate family member to avoid stepping on their toes? At 44:40 they play The Ranking Game with a list of the most notorious scammers of our generation. To close out the show they tell us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 20, 20191h 0m

#152 Is Miley Cyrus Milking Her Divorce For Publicity?

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Aleen, Jordana and Sami start the show with a recap of their busy weekends. At 15:15 they talk about Miley Cyrus getting divorced from Liam Hemsworth and all the drama that has unfolded since the news dropped. What do you make of Miley and Kaitlynn Carter posting pictures together? At 28:20 they discuss Kid Rock coming for Taylor Swift. Do we like it when our favorite celebrities share their political opinions? Plus, they react to the season premiere of HBO’s Succession. At 44:45 an emailer is sick of people assuming her partner pays for everything. Should you get offended if people think someone else pays for your lifestyle? To finish the show they play The Ranking Game with days of the week, then tell us who they want to Betch Slap. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 13, 20191h 0m

#151 What Does It Mean If You Got A Save-The-Date But No Wedding Invitation?

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Jordana, Aleen and Sami start the show with a conversation about their weekends and a debate about what counts as “sweet”. Should plain yogurt ever be considered dessert? At 15:30 they talk about Quentin Tarantino’s new movie Once Upon a Time In Hollywood and tell us where it ranks all-time in his list of films. At 28:35 they dive into the season finale of Euphoria and debate what actually happened at the end of the episode. Was this the worst episode of the season? They also recap the conclusion of RHOBH and tell us which housewives are fundamentally bad people. At 43:40 a listener writes in to ask what to do if you received a save-the-date but never got an invitation to the wedding. Is it okay to ask if you’ve been disinvited? They finish the show with a round of “The Ranking Game” all about the best and worst seasons of Real Housewives, then tell us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 6, 201958 min

#150 Is Unfollowing Someone The Biggest Insult?

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Aleen, Jordana and Sami start the show with a recap of their weekends, including a new video game obsession and a brief hacking crisis. At 16:50 they talk about Kylie finally unfollowing Jordyn Woods after she was seen hanging with James Harden. Then they dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and debate which character has the best backstory. They also recap the Real Housewives reunions from the last few weeks. At 34:45 a listener writes in to ask if it’s okay to be upset with her friend for flaunting her new relationship. Is it wrong to tell someone you don’t want to see happy pictures of them with their boyfriend? At 47:35 they play a game of “Who Follows Who?” all about which celebrities are following each other and which ones aren’t. They finish the show with a conversation about the relationship Caitlyn Jenner has with her children and share their Betch Slap of the week. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 30, 201959 min

#149 Can We All Agree Big Little Lies Was A Huge Disappointment?

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Sami, Aleen and Jordana are back and start the show with a recap of the #BetchesStaycation. At 7:50 they talk about the Gossip Girl reboot and all the streaming options we have now. They update us on the Fashion Ambitionist engagement story from a few weeks ago and discuss the trend of performative vulnerability on Instagram. Are people getting carried away with long captions aimed at making themselves seem authentic? At 25:00 they dive into the Big Little Lies finale. Were you disappointed by how it all ended? They also react to the Real Housewives reunions, including Luann’s ongoing problems and Lisa Vanderpump’s absence. At 51:05 a listener writes in to ask if she should say “I love you” back to her boyfriend or wait until she really means it. At 55:25 they play a RHONY-themed game all about crazy quotes uttered by Ramona Singer, then close the show with a conversation about Kim Kardashian’s line of body makeup. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 23, 20191h 6m

#148 Why Are People Freaking Out About Area 51?

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Sami, Aleen and Jordana are back and start with a recap of Aleen’s bridal shower and Jordana’s attempt to make garlic bread. At 8:25 they talk about the enormous group of people that have vowed to storm Area 51 and tell us whether or not they buy into the conspiracy theory. How much would someone have to pay you to join the raid on Area 51? At 19:15 they discuss the “I Love You, Now Die” documentary that has everyone talking. Was the punishment fair for the crime she committed? They also talk about the latest episode of Big Little Lies and how irritating the show has begun to feel. At 47:00 a listener writes in to ask whether or not it’s okay to uninvite yourself from a group trip if you no longer feel welcome. Should you you just go through with it or remove yourself from the situation? At 51:55 they finish the show with an Area 51-themed game featuring celebrity quotes about aliens, then tell us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 16, 201958 min

#147 Why Does Meghan Markle Keep Firing Her Nannies?

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Sami, Jordana and Aleen are back and start with the peak and pit from Sami’s trip to Vietnam, including the story of how she ended up hitchhiking with her fiancé. They recap their 4th of July weekend in NJ and discuss the huge Women’s World Cup win. At 20:45 they try to figure out what the f*ck is going on with the royal family and tell us why they think Meghan Markle is already on her third nanny. They talk about the RHOC preview video that just dropped and discuss all the drama about to happen this season. At 40:00 a listener writes in to ask how to approach dating in the office. Is there a respectful way to reject a coworker that asks you out? At 45:50 they finish the show with a Real Housewives-inspired Would You Rather game and tell us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 9, 201954 min

#146 Should Scooter Braun Give Taylor Swift Her Music Back?

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Jordana and Aleen start the show with a preview their 4th of July plans. Then at 4:00 they talk about the new season of The Hills and tell us which cast members have been surprisingly genuine. Will the rest of the season be as entertaining as the premiere? At 11:20 they discuss Taylor Swift’s public comments about Scooter Braun buying her catalog of music. Find out which side they’re taking in the feud. They cover all the pop-culture news from the weekend including Jax and Brittany’s wedding, the Britney Spears photoshop fail, and Kim Kardashian’s Kimono debacle. At 31:30 a listener writes in to ask for advice with changing careers. Is it ever too late to pick a different career path? They close out the show with a game called “Scoot or Swift” all about which celebrities are backing Taylor Swift and which ones are turning on her. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Simple Health: Try Simple Health for free - just go to SimpleHealth.com/Slapped or enter the code Slapped at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 2, 201939 min

#145 Was The Instagram Engagement Staged?

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Jordana and Aleen start with details from the wedding they attended this weekend, including the moment Aleen ran into Countess Luann. Next, they discuss the latest drama from RHONY and react to Tinsley’s lack of life skills. Does she just need a life makeover? At 18:10 they talk about influencer Marissa Fuchs getting engaged (then married) last week on Instagram and why everyone is suspicious of her involvement. They talk about The Hills reunion airing this week and share some of their favorite moments from the show’s original run. At 41:55 a listener writes in to ask how to deal with being an only child of a stage-five clinger mom with conservative political views. How do you create boundaries and gain independence from your mother? At 47:20 they finish the show with a “Who Knows The Hills?” trivia game and tell us who they want to Betch Slap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 25, 201952 min

#144 Is My Friend Judgmental Or Just Jealous?

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Sami, Jordana and Aleen start with a recap of their weekends, including a trip to the Hamptons and a housewarming party. Next, they discuss Taylor Swift’s new single and explain why everyone is talking about the music video. At 14:35 they tell us why this week’s episode of RHONY was the best in the history of the show. Then they talk about the drama that unfolded in the latest episode of Big Little Lies. At 50:35 a listener writes in to ask how to deal with a friend who can’t help but project her insecurities on others. How do you not take hurtful comments personally? At 55:20 they finish the show with a Father’s Day themed game of “Which Celebs Posted About Their Dad?” and tell us who they want to Betch Slap. Thanks to our sponsors! For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Thirdlove: That’s ThirdLove.com/BETCH for 15% off today! BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with discount code SLAPPED when you visit BetterHelp.com/SLAPPED! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 18, 20191h 0m

#143 Is This The Summer Of Meryl Streep?

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Aleen, Sami and Jordana start with some exciting announcements (be sure to listen to this week’s U Up? for more). Then they recap their weekend highlights, including a fun poolside hang, and share a great summer cocktail recipe. Next, they discuss Britney’s claim that paparazzi are editing photos to make her look heavier. At 13:10 they talk about Kylie Jenner throwing a Handmaid’s Tale party for her new bff. Is this weird or funny? They speculate about the announcement that Lisa Vanderpump is officially leaving RHOBH. At 26:20 they recap the premiere episode of Big Little Lies. Is Meryl the only good thing about this season? At 34:00 a listener writes in to ask for help with a guy that crept back into her life. At 43:00 they play a Big Little Lies-themed game of “Kill, F*ck, Meryl” and tell us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Thanks to our sponsors! Malibu: For more summer cocktail recipes visit MalibuRumDrinks.com or follow @MalibuRumUS on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Daily Harvest: Go to daily-harvest.com and enter promo code Slapped to get three cups free in your first box! Lola: For 40% off all subscriptions, visit mylola.com and enter promo code Slapped when you subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 11, 201954 min

#142 This is When You Pull Out of The Bachelorette Weekend

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Jordana, Aleen and Sami kick off the show with a recap of the bachelorette party that took place over the weekend and compare their embarrassing sleep habits. At 7:00 they talk about an ongoing trial that involves Ashton Kutcher and a serial killer. Next, they preview the upcoming seasons of Handmaid’s Tale and Big Little Lies. Unpopular opinion: is Reese Witherspoon the most annoying actress in Hollywood? At 18:55 they catch us up on the latest RHONY drama and tell us which cast members they think are really friends outside the show. They also recap this season of RHOBH, including Lisa Vanderpump’s latest manipulations. At 39:10 a listener asks for advice about getting her first job out of college. Another listener writes in to ask whether or not it’s okay to skip a bachelorette weekend with 26 girls and only one bathroom. Does it count as high maintenance if you want your own bed and bathroom? At 51:35 they play a game where they vote on which of them is highest and lowest maintenance on vacation, then tell us who they want to Betch Slap this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 4, 201959 min