Ringer Dish

After many false alarms, Kanye West’s newest album, ‘Jesus Is King,’ dropped on Friday. We talk about the rollout of the album (3:12), how the last three years of West’s career have brought us to this point (11:56), and what could be next for the rapper (31:35). Hosts: Donnie Kwak and Andrew Gruttadaro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cody Simpson apparently used to date Lindsay Lohan's younger sister, and Lohan had a few words to say about that on Instagram this week (3:34). Mike Posner's completing his walk across America was the only pure thing to happen on social media this week (6:25). Pete Davidson was seen having lunch with 18-year-old model Kaia Gerber (13:18), and why is Christian Bale's son nicknamed "Burrito" (24:38)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle revealed a lot about themselves in an hourlong TV documentary that premiered on Sunday night (1:00); the movie was ostensibly about their tour through Africa but really about how the couple feels about the British press (8:04). Jennifer Lawrence got married to art gallerist Cooke Maroney over the weekend and their guest list was truly star-studded (24:42). Plus, Jake Gyllenhaal might officially be our favorite New York celebrity (34:40). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s October, but that hasn’t stopped Netflix from hyping its Christmas movie lineup (even though it did nothing to promote ‘Tall Girl’) (1:22). Meanwhile, over on social media, Apple+ may or may not have forced Jennifer Aniston to join Instagram, and Kylie Jenner’s melodious wakeup song for Stormi is the alarm we deserve in 2019 (6:30). Then we investigate BULKING SZN, reflect on Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann’s screaming match outside Katsuya, and ask whether we’re living in an ‘Oliver Twist’ fever dream starring Rita Ora (17:50). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Succession’ wrapped up its second season with an episode almost entirely set on a massive yacht, and the war of the WAGs saga between Rebekah Vardy and Coleen Rooney continues (0:30). Then, David Harbour of 'Stranger Things' fame is reportedly dating Lilly Allen, and a reporter for Vogue showed up to interview Rihanna with no questions (20:15). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Self-dubbed “The Avengers of K-pop,” SM Entertainment’s supergroup SuperM made their grand debut in North America last week. We discuss the team’s composition, the controversy around its formation, the history of Korean artists venturing into the American market, and the music of SuperM. Host: Kate Halliwell Guests: Isaac Lee, Donnie Kwak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bindi Irwin is set to walk down the aisle with a koala, and Justin Bieber decides it’s a great idea to make fun of Taylor Swift’s post-surgery video. This week’s biggest relationship news involves two former Disney Channel stars: Miley Cyrus, who was caught making out with probable ‘Masked Singer Australia’ contestant Cody Simpson, and Bella Thorne, who has found herself in another throuple. And finally, what the heck is ‘The Ranch’ and how can we never hear about it again? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We provide context and details on what's going on between Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy, break down Rooney’s account that Vardy is leaking her private stories to tabloids via Instagram, and examine Rooney’s investigatory work. Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Chris Ryan, Kate Lloyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An image of Ellen and George W. Bush at the Packers-Cowboys game spread around Twitter this weekend, prompting Ellen to address her friendship with the former president on her show. Plus, the “Are they dating?” frenzy around Ben Affleck being seen in public with Laurene Powell Jobs, and an ode to the Instagram activity feed function. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When a YouTuber crashed the Chanel show at Paris Fashion Week, it was Gigi Hadid who forced her off the runway (1:21). A photo of Post Malone getting flashed at his concert is going viral and of course being memed (7:50). Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott have split (13:33), and why won't celebrities just tell us their real skin care routines (29:13)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meghan Markle is suing the British tabloid Mail on Sunday for publishing a letter she wrote to her father. Prince Harry issued a scathing statement comparing the British tabloid press’s treatment of Markle to that of his mother, Princess Diana (1:04). Hailey Baldwin and Justin Bieber had a second wedding in South Carolina on Monday night and we have some questions (14:00). Adele may be dating the British grime rapper Skepta (25:28). Plus: October reading recommendations (41:25). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diplo hacked into the Jonas Brothers' social media accounts for the most obvious PR stunt ever (10:16). Lana Del Rey is dating a celebrity police officer and Brad Pitt is definitely not dating a jewelry designer (14:55). Fantasy football expert Danny Heifetz joins the show to answer some questions about the Avengers fantasy football league (20:19), and unfortunately we must ask this question: Is it toe-sucking fall (34:04)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Guest: Danny Heifetz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A video of Jennifer Lopez closing the Versace fashion show in the iconic green dress went viral last week for all of the right reasons (1:00). Misha Nonoo, fashion designer and noted friend of Meghan Markle, got married in Rome over the weekend. The guest list included Gayle King, Karlie Kloss, and Paul McCartney (13:55). For reasons unbeknownst to us, Jennifer Lawrence has published her wedding registry on Amazon.com (22:30). Plus, celebrity real estate corner (29:46). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We rank our highs and lows of the 2019 Emmy Awards including the fashion hits and misses (1:30), Phoebe Waller Bridge beating out Julia Louis-Dreyfus for outstanding lead actress in a comedic series (6:09), the in-memoriam segment featuring Halsey (20:07), and Juliet accidentally spoiling ‘Last Christmas’ for Amanda (38:04). Hosts: Juliet Litman, Amanda Dobbins, and Kate Halliwell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Felicity Huffman was sentenced to two weeks in jail for her role in the Varsity Blues scandal. We try to figure out how she'll spend her time while she's there (1:31). It's 2019 and Sharpay from 'High School Musical' is finally getting her due (8:29). Summer is over and celebrities are debuting some questionable looks for fall (26:29), and how does Victoria Beckham consume four avocados a day (36:51)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brad Pitt is GQ's October cover star and the magazine's senior staff writer Zach Baron joins the show to tell us what it was like to profile the actor. We talk about Pitt's inability to take a bad photo (2:26), his transformation as an actor throughout the years (21:15), and his love of sculpting (34:51). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Guest: Zach Baron Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who is Caroline Calloway and why did media Twitter light up after her former friend published an essay saying that she cowrote Calloway’s Instagram captions (1:13)? New York Times reporter Taylor Lorenz joins the show to discuss this and more, including how we turn scammers into celebrities (21:34). Host: Alyssa Bereznak Guest: Taylor Lorenz Read Natalie Beach’s essay in The Cut here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You heard it here first—Jennifer Lopez will win an Oscar for her role in 'Hustlers' (1:50). Kobe Bryant may be the worst person to coach a fourth-grade girls basketball team (7:41). Joaquin Phoenix has an extremely weird pet name for Rooney Mara (22:40), and why did Hailey Bieber get "lover" tattooed on her neck (26:47)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Photos of Timothée Chalamet and Lily-Rose Depp making out on a yacht in Venice went viral last week (1:14). Celebrities are turning out for New York Fashion Week and you can watch it all through Instagram (11:19). Plus: congratulations to Jenny Slate on her engagement (26:55) and a Varsity Blues check-in (33:43). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the most important month of the year for magazines and we honor that by giving a brief history of Vogue's September issue (1:01), picking our favorite September covers and interviews from this year (7:33), and discussing what the future of these covers looks like in the unsteady industry of print journalism (38:09). Hosts: Amanda Dobbins, Juliet Litman, and Alyssa Bereznak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Renner's app was shut down this week after issues with trolls. Where do Rennerheads go from here (1:22)? We dive into Scarlett Johansson's storied past of putting her foot in her mouth (14:02). Please don't try Bella Thorne's skin-care routine at home (30:00), and previewing the Hallmark Christmas movie lineup (35:15). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Bieber took to Instagram over the weekend to share what it's like to grow up as a child star (1:00). None other than Brad Pitt showed up at Kanye's Sunday Service in Los Angeles (15:28). Ellie Goulding held a very royal adjacent wedding in London (20:58), and Pete Davidson and Margaret Qualley are Hollywood's newest couple (29:53). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We celebrate the end of summer by handing out some awards to our favorite celebrities, including Biggest Comeback (3:03), Best Yacht Photo (10:12), Most Surprising Couple (19:18), and Winner of the Summer (45:22). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Kate Halliwell and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our favorite moments from the VMAs include John Travolta's not knowing who Taylor Swift is and Alyson Stoner's dance routine (1:33). Justin Bieber has adopted a cat and already is creating cringe-worthy content around it (8:29). Martha Stewart and Gwyneth Paltrow may have beef and we don't know whose side to be on (21:20), and is Matthew McConaughey going to be a good college professor (35:49)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zoe Simmons, 14, and Liz Kelly, 25, team up to discuss their unique perspective on teen culture in 2019, including: 'Jane The Virgin', MTV, 2000s TV reboots, the stereotypical teenage girl's room, upcoming movies, Taylor Swift's new album, starting high school, when your dad meets your boyfriend, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The VMAs are not what they used to be, but we still got some good moments in the form of the Hadid sisters and Lizzo (1:00). Harry Styles is on the cover of Rolling Stone this month and continues to be extremely charming (13:51). Meghan Markle is once again facing backlash, this time for using a private jet (21:30). Plus: summer streaming recommendations (27:20). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Lover’ is better than ‘Reputation,’ and that’s really all we can ask for. We break down our favorite and least favorite songs of the album, do some close reading of “Forgot That You Existed” and “London Boy,” and pick the six songs we’d cut from the album. Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Amanda Dobbins and Andrew Gruttadaro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Taylor Swift's newest album, 'Lover,' was released on Friday and spoiler alert: it's good (0:30). Julia Roberts, Rob Lowe, and Tom Holland were among the celebrities that got duped by an Instagram hoax (14:24). Why are so many celebrities so bad a Photoshopping their Instagram photos (20:50)? Plus: 'The Bachelor' vs. '90 Day Fiancé' (30:41). Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Jordan Ligons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth are splitting up and now Brody Jenner’s ex Kaitlynn Carter is involved (1:37). The timeline for Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx’s breakup is very strange (13:51). In celebration of his 60th birthday, Magic Johnson released lists of his favorite movies, R&B artists, and more (19:29). Plus: our favorite books we’ve read this summer (33:32). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Taylor Swift's newest album, 'Lover,' drops August 23. Here's everything you need to know about her before then, including: the singles from the album she's released so far (1:31), potential relationships she might allude to (23:27), and what 'Lover' has to do to revive her image and career (35:16). Host: Kate Halliwell Guests: Liz Kelly and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 'Little Women' trailer debuted this week, which means Timothée Chalamet season is about to begin (1:19). Emily Ratajkowski may or may not be faking her armpit hair on the cover of Harper's Bazaar (7:11). We reflect on the beloved Netflix rom-com 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' one year after its premiere (27:42), and Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth have split after eight months of marriage, which, for us, means love is dead (33:21). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In another edition of Mystery Bag, we talk about where the 'Crazy Rich Asians' cast is one year after the movie was released (1:00), where celebrities choose to live in Los Angeles (30:44), and bucket hats as a trend (35:41). Plus: an updated summer reading list (42:28). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Donnie Kwak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Inspired by the 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time list that set Twitter on fire last week, we set out to craft our own list: the 50 Greatest Celebrities of All Time. Picks include: Michelle Obama (19:10), Will Smith (32:28), and Oprah (53:29). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Kate Halliwell and Andrew Gruttadaro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Taylor Swift is the cover star of Vogue's September issue, and she teased some collaborations for her upcoming album (1:13). An explainer on all of the current drama happening in Bachelor Nation (12:43). We investigate celebrity siblings who live together (25:10), and who did Camila Morrone think she was standing next to at the HFPA Grants Banquet (30:10)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oprah and a gang of other influential people were spotted on David Geffen’s yacht last week which means yacht season is officially in full swing (1:15). We celebrate the 20th anniversary of ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ (18:06). Plus, Rihanna, Chance the Rapper, and Cardi B are in this week’s Mystery Grab Bag (29:31). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Justin Charity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Almost a decade after 'The Hills' ended, Heidi, Audrina, and Whitney are back along with a slate of new cast members in 'The Hills: New Beginnings.' We talk about why the original iteration of the show was such a phenomenon (5:07), the overarching sadness of the new version (14:03), and the losers (21:57) and winners of the show (43:07). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Liz Kelly and Bill Simmons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordyn Woods and Kylie Jenner's friendship seems to be officially over (1:16), some August streaming recommendations from the 'Tea Time' crew (13:56), Keke Palmer seems to be everywhere these days (27:20), and the worst movies we've ever suffered through just because the actors and actresses were hot (42:12). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zoe Simmons, 14, and Liz Kelly, 25, team up to discuss their unique perspective on teen culture in 2019, including: a Tik Tok explanation, SnapChat's resurgence, the "Storm Area 51" group, Kardashians, summer TV shows (SPOILERS) 'Dead to Me' and 'Stranger Things 3,' pop music, Sister Corner, and more! Hosts: Liz Kelly, Zoe Simmons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Geffen was finally photographed on his yacht, ‘The Rising Sun,’ which means yacht season is in full swing (1:00). Meghan Markle guest-edited the September issue of British Vogue and received some blowback for it (7:53). Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez both had birthdays this week and commemorated them on social media (20:31), and Glen Powell really loves an American flag T-shirt (37:24). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Kaya McMullen, Andrew Gruttadaro, and Kate Halliwell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s 1999 Music Week here at The Ringer, which means we’re taking you back to the event that defined music in 1999, the MTV Video Music Awards. We talk about Chris Rock’s opening monologue (10:24), Diana Ross jiggling Lil’ Kim’s boob (14:35), Paul McCartney mispronouncing Lauryn Hill’s name (17:03), and other iconic moments from the show. Host: Andrew Gruttadaro Guests: Kate Knibbs and Rob Harvilla Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the dog days of summer, and so celebrity news outlets are really reaching for headlines (1:52). Gigi Hadid just followed 'Bachelorette' breakout star Tyler Cameron on Instagram, which means it's over for all of us (7:33). Tea Time's favorite vegan couple, Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara, are engaged (21:19), and how did a perfectly intact In-N-Out burger land on the streets of New York City (36:10)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Jordan Ligons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A seemingly random group of celebrities showed up for the ‘Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood’ premiere, including Britney Spears and John Stamos (1:00). Bradley Cooper is enjoying his summer spent in New York City, but is in desperate need of a stylist (20:38). Plus, a Jake Gyllenhaal update, the ‘Cats’ trailer (30:54), and recipes that go viral on Instagram (45:47). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Alison Herman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio are undoubtedly two of the most famous movie stars of a generation. We trace their careers, from Leo's run as a '90s teen heartthrob (3:10) to Brad Pitt's time as a leading man (26:27), and discuss where their careers have taken them these past five years (37:22). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Kate Knibbs and Andrew Gruttadaro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're just as terrified of the 'Cats' movie as you are, but very excited for 'Hustlers' (1:34). Pictures of your favorite celebrities looking like they had aged 50 years swept social media this week (11:27). Leonardo DiCaprio really doesn't want to talk about that 'Titanic' door controversy (31:04), and is beekeeping the latest Hollywood trend (35:34)? Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Liz Kelly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Hemsworth and Matt Damon were spotted together on a yacht in Ibiza with their wives (1:00), Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attended the U.K. premier of ‘The Lion King’ last weekend (12:15), and a second edition of Wimbledon Watch 2019 (17:41). Plus, we play another round of “Mystery Grab Bag Celebrity News” (25:49). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Andrew Gruttadaro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We rank our favorite up-and-coming celebrities in Hollywood (1:00) and break down what it means to have staying power in the industry (11:40). Plus, how important is social media presence for overall star power (24:06)? Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Kate Halliwell and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Irina Shayk is on the cover of Harper's Bazaar this month and seems to be winning the breakup between her and Bradley Cooper (1:47). The USWNT is celebrating their World Cup win like only champions could (13:57). Zac Efron has a YouTube channel if you want to learn about how he got those abs (23:41), and how can we get a job as a "nostalgia consultant (28:17)? Hosts: Amelia Wedemeyer, Kate Halliwell, and Liz Kelly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Watching the U.S. Women’s National Team celebrate their World Cup win is just as fun as watching them play (1:00). Plus: Celebrities are in the stands to watch the Wimbledon tennis tournament (12:14), Celine Dion has been quietly killing it at Paris couture week (23:26), and Jake Gyllenhaal may or may not be running an Instagram account for his cat (29:17). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Alyssa Bereznak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We dive deep into Cameo, the app that lets celebrities send you personalized messages (1:12). We take a look at the most expensive and least expensive celebrities to book (13:07), which celebrity is the most highly rated (21:10), and the weirdest celebrity "cameos" (28:14). Host: Liz Kelly Guests: Alyssa Bereznak and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Bottle Cap Challenge has taken over social media and our very own Liz Kelly attempts (7:24). Summer may be halfway over, but there are still several summer movies coming your way (16:00). We express our love and devotion to the U.S. women's national team (23:47), and who is best equipped to portray Elvis in an upcoming biopic (38:48)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices