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Drake almost quit Degrassi because of his character being in a wheelchair. Adele opened up about how her new album was meant to help explain her divorce to her son. AND Jezebel senior writer Megan Reynolds is here to talk about Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly’s “Hot Topic” romance. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beanie Feldstein totally Mariah Carey’d Lea Michele. Jonah Hill has asked fans to stop talking about his body, whether they mean well or not. AND we’re talking with a couple of teens from This Teenage Life about which TV shows they think do a good (and bad) job of depicting the teen experience. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kumail Nanjiani revealed he battled body dysmorphia while preparing for Marvel’s Eternals. Megan Thee Stallion opened up about putting her mental health first and the stigma attached to therapy in the Black community. AND we’re joined by Nora Dominick to discuss queer representation in comic books — including Superman coming out as bisexual. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Netflix suspended a trans employee who spoke out about Dave Chappelle’s special. Former Dancing With the Stars host Tom Bergeron opened up about why he thinks he was fired from the show. AND we’re talking to Elamin Abdelmahmoud about season 2 of Ted Lasso — and why it’s still a great series. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kim Kardashian made her Saturday Night Live debut and it was...a lot. Timothée Chalamet revealed he was told never to do a superhero movie when he first started his acting career. AND we’re talking with Entertainment Weekly Editor-at-Large Lynette Rice about her new Grey’s Anatomy tell-all book. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billie Lourd opened up about generational trauma and the complicated grief she felt when her mom Carrie Fisher died. Adele talked about her body being objectified from the start of her career. And we talk with Buzzfeed’s Natalie Oganesyan about Rihanna’s upcoming album. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hollywood continues to draw lines in the sand over COVID vaccinations. Dave Chappelle’s new Netflix special is getting a lot of flak because of his comments on the queer and trans communities. And we speak with Buzzfeed’s Nina Mohan about the viral story “Who Is the Bad Art Friend?” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shakira finally addressed the backlash to her 2019 Super Bowl performance. Drew Barrymore backed up her Charlie’s Angels costar Lucy Liu’s story about Bill Murray. And we’re talking with Buzzfeed’s Shelby Heinrich about some of the wildest stories from Medical TikTok. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emma Chamberlain responded to the criticism about her attending the Met Gala. People are looking back at the problematic “Blurred Lines” video following the release of an excerpt of Emily Ratajkowski’s upcoming book. AND we’re speaking with gaming and TV critic John Walker about Squid Game and why everyone’s obsessed with it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katie Couric isn’t messing around with her new memoir. Ellen Pompeo is facing criticism over comments she made to Denzel Washington on the Grey’s Anatomy set. And we’re talking with IATSE union member Marisa Shipley about the potential strike and Hollywood shutdown. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen announced a gender-neutral children’s clothing line. A school in Idaho banned backpacks and the students have created some innovative workarounds. And our very own Stephen LaConte is back for another advice sesh on DM-911. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Oliver criticized new 'Jeopardy!' host Mayim Bialik. Christy Carlson Romano shared how psychics scammed her out of $60,000. And an interview with NBC News reporter Doha Madani about the difference in public perception between Britney Spears’ and Amanda Bynes’ conservatorships. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

YouTube has banned all anti-vaccine content. Tess Holliday called out The Daily Mail and The Daily Mirror for publishing unflattering photos of her. And we’re talking with Buzzfeed’s Alexa Lisitza about how difficult it is to be a woman in the digital age. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

R. Kelly has been convicted of racketeering and sex trafficking and now faces decades in prison. Will Smith Revealed Why He's Refused To Act In Movies About Slavery. And an interview with film and culture critic Cate Young about revisiting the Monica Lewinsky scandal in Impeachment: American Crime Story. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lizzo gave us a lesson on the racist history of Central Park. Katherine Heigl opened up about the fallout of her comments on the working conditions on Grey’s Anatomy. And we talk with The AV Club’s Caroline Siede about what worked (and didn’t work) in the Dear Evan Hansen movie. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The voice cast of the upcoming Super Mario Bros. movie has been announced and people have a lot of thoughts. Two hosts of The View had to step away from an interview with Kamala Harris after being diagnosed with COVID-19. And we speak with Buzzfeed News’ Tanya Chen about the Gabby Petito case and the internet’s unhealthy obsession with true crime. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debra Messing doesn’t approve of an upcoming SNL host. Harry Styles gave out some relationship advice at a concert. And Zach Stafford is back to talk about Lil Nas X, his new album, and the impact he’s making on pop-stardom. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sex and the City star Willie Garson has passed away. Uma Thurman wrote a moving essay about getting an abortion as a teenager. AND Buzzfeed’s Elamin Abdelmahmoud joins us to talk about his three favorite albums that he’s listening to right now. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BTS delivered a speech at the United Nations General Assembly addressing COVID-19 and climate change. Daniel Craig doesn’t think a woman should play 007. AND we talk to Instagram user sweet.simple.something about her journey from ditching the hair dye to fully embracing her grays. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Schumer opened up about the toll endometriosis has taken on her. Seth Rogen said what we were all thinking about COVID at the Emmys. AND BuzzFeed’s Nora Dominick is here to talk about everything else that happened at last night’s award show. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The man who was shot while walking Lady Gaga’s dog has spoken out about how she’s supporting him. Keke Palmer apologized to the Met Gala chef for posting an unappetizing photo of his food. AND Big Brother superfan and podcaster Mari Forth joins us to talk about the show’s racist history and how this season’s Cookout alliance is fighting back against it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JoJo Siwa is not happy with Nickelodeon. CBS’s reality show, The Activist, is getting an overhaul after major backlash. AND Slate’s Madison Malone Kircher joins us to explain parasocial relationships and why so many people are in one with John Mulaney. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It turns out Cara Delevingne’s Met Gala costume isn’t all that original. Gabrielle Union shared some regrets about her Bring It On character. AND we’re talking to BuzzFeed’s Krista Torres about some of her wildest finds in the world of medical TikTok. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jennifer Aniston will not be attending the 2021 Emmys because of COVID. Nicki Minaj caused a huge stir on Twitter after she tweeted about not going to the Met Gala. AND we’re joined by Jamé Jackson to talk about everything from elitism to our favorite looks at the biggest night in fashion. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Britney Spears is engaged and yes we gotta talk about the prenup. A new activism-themed reality show hosted by Priyanka Chopra, Julianne Hough, and Usher is getting major backlash. AND writer Paige Skinner is here to break down the TikTok-to-celebrity pipeline. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristen Stewart opened up about what it was like portraying Princess Diana. Idina Menzel shared how she felt when John Travolta butchered her name at the Oscars. AND we’re taking on YOUR DM’s again for another edition of DM-911. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raven-Symoné revealed why she didn’t want her That’s So Raven spinoff character to be a lesbian. John Mulaney opened up about the intervention his fellow comedians staged for him. AND we’re talking with writer Jessica Lucas about TikTok’s growing dissociative identity disorder community. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A woman on TikTok is speaking out about the stigma she faces for wearing tight clothes. Zendaya opened up about feeling financial anxiety. AND we’re joined by Inverse’s Eric Francisco to discuss the origins of Shang-Chi and what the character means for the MCU. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Angelina Jolie opened up about her relationship with Brad Pitt. Lil Nas X is once again making waves while promoting his upcoming album “Montero.” AND BuzzFeed Parents editor Mike Spohr joins us to talk about what it’s like sending kids back to school while COVID-19 still rages on. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olivia Jade will compete in the new season of Dancing With the Stars. Schitt’s Creek star Emily Hampshire revealed the moment she knew she was pansexual. AND we’re joined by a Reddit moderator to talk about what it’s like dealing with a bunch of (potential) assholes on the internet every day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lot of New York City found itself underwater thanks to Hurricane Ida. Joe Rogan tested positive for Covid-19 and tried to treat it with horse dewormer. AND Vox’s Aja Romano joins us with why the “Jeopardy!” hosting saga has become a cautionary tale of morality. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Instagrammer has been charged with selling fraudulent COVID-19 vaccination cards. Two teens on TikTok proved their high school dress code is sexist. AND as “fall plans” remain precarious, BuzzFeed’s Kirby Beaton has the book cleanse you need to get through September. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kumail Nanjiani opened up about breaking stereotypes in Marvel’s Eternals. Succession season 3 will not address COVID-19. AND as the new Candyman reboot hits the screens, Kinitra D. Brooks, Associate Professor at Michigan State University, discusses the current renaissance of Black horror films. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Paulson is facing backlash for wearing a fat suit in Impeachment: American Crime Story. Former Disney channel alum Christy Carlson Romano opened up about the financial side of being a child star. AND as the long awaited new Kanye West album finally drops, BuzzFeed culture writer Elamin Abdelmahmoud breaks down all the drama surrounding Donda. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Halsey opened up about receiving criticism for working while pregnant following their miscarriages. JoJo Siwa will be part of the first same-sex couple on the American version of Dancing With the Stars. AND author and professor Beth Nguyen discusses how Netflix’s The Chair hits a little too close to home for academia's women of color. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monica Lewinski opened up about what it was like reliving her affair with Bill Clinton for Impeachment: American Crime Story. The first teaser for Spencer, the upcoming biopic about Princess Diana starring Kristen Stewart, just dropped. AND BuzzFeed’s Tanya Chen explains how Peloton became the biggest new pipeline to becoming an influencer. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tony Hawk is selling $500 skateboards infused with his blood. Lizzo and Niall Horan got flirty on Jimmy Kimmel Live! AND on the heels of the new Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer, BuzzFeed’s Nora Dominick discusses what’s in store for the Marvel multiverse. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer is finally here. Jonah Hill has some interesting thoughts about Instagram. AND as the $5,000 quest for the perfect butt goes mainstream, Vox’s Rebecca Jennings reveals what they DON’T tell you about the Brazilian Butt Lift on TikTok. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disney World and Disneyland FastPasses are officially done. Kanye West posted Drake’s home address to his Instagram. AND from foot fetishes to frozen honey, BuzzFeed’s Daniella Emanuel joins us to talk about the latest trends taking over TikTok this summer. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Melissa Joan Hart has been diagnosed with breakthrough COVID. Mindy Kaling recalled a “devastating” moment from a writers room. AND we’re taking on YOUR DM’s again for another edition of DM-911. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jennifer Hudson just thinks the Cats movie was “misunderstood.” New Jeopardy! host Mike Richards is facing backlash for sexist remarks he made in the past. AND Rolling Stone’s Alan Sepinwall discusses the long-awaited return of Brooklyn Nine-Nine -- and the complicated task of making a cop comedy in the era of “defund the police.” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joshua Jackson stood up for Jodie Turner-Smith after people started trolling her for proposing to him. Iggy Azalea wants record labels to have psychologists available for their artists. AND with the Delta variant on the rise, Mashable’s Anna Iovine joins us with how to feel safe dating during the pandemic’s latest curveball. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan Reynolds is making sure Blake Lively gets the credit she deserves for "Free Guy." Tennis star Naomi Osaka was brought to tears at a press conference. AND if you’re oddly fascinated by #RushTok (and have no idea why), you’re not alone. BuzzFeed’s Paige Skinner joins us to explain TikTok's new obsession with Alabama's sorority recruitment. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cardi B came to Lizzo’s defense over criticism of their “Rumors” video. Lea Michele shared her support of Beanie Feldstein’s Funny Girl casting. AND on the heels of “The White Lotus” finale, Jennifer Coolidge is having “a moment” of her own. New York Magazine’s senior writer E. Alex Jung joins us to talk about why it’s finally happening -- and what took so long. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Britney Spears is one step closer to being free. The first official trailer for Impeachment: American Crime Story is finally here. AND Variety’s chief TV critic Daniel D’Addario helps us unpack all of our complicated feelings about “Cooking With Paris.” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olivia Rodrigo opened up about the rumors involving her, Joshua Bassett, and Sabrina Carpenter. Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis addressed the response to them not bathing their kids very often. AND BuzzFeed contributor Hallie Leiberman talks the return of the sex party … in a post-pandemic world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rumors about David Schwimmer and Jennifer Aniston dating IRL have “Friends” fans losing their minds. Chet Hanks’ White Boy Summer continues to go as well as anyone could expect. AND intimacy expert and star of the new series Ex-Rated Shan Boodram explains how your nightmare ex can actually help save your next relationship. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation as Governor of New York. Beyoncé opened up about how she traded her teen years for a successful music career. AND is “The Suicide Squad” the end of the superhero movie? BuzzFeed’s Allie Hayes joins us to break down what’s behind the movie’s disappointing box office receipts. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Jessica Parker and Chris Noth shared some pictures of themselves on the Sex and the City reboot set. Dev Patel opened up about feeling neither “British enough” nor “Indian enough” for Hollywood. AND real life furry Riley Black explains why Netflix’s Sexy Beasts misses the entire point of dressing up like an animal. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s allegedly a new Jeopardy host -- and literally no one has heard of him. Kendall Jenner had one job, and she’s being sued for almost $2 million for not doing it. AND the summer “rom-com” is finally back with a vengeance -- do we have streaming to thank for its long awaited revival? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.