Ringer Dish

Erika and Steven dive into how we form one-sided attachments with friendships in pop culture, like with podcast hosts, celebrities, and other figures we interact with on a daily basis. The two then discuss how they decide what to reveal and what to keep private about their own friendship. Later, Erika is joined by The Ringer’s Katie Baker, who wrote the piece that inspired this episode, to talk about her relationship to the podcast ‘Las Culturistas’ and the hosts’—Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang—friendship. If you want to share the friendships in pop culture you have a parasocial relationship with, email us at [email protected]. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Guest: Katie Baker Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where were you when Scandoval dropped? To find out why one cheating scandal dominated the zeitgeist in 2023, we have to go back in time. Ten years ago, Scheana Shay walked out of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and into the first ever episode of Vanderpump Rules, creating an unholy lineage of mistresses that spans all the way to the now infamous March 3rd, 2023 TMZ headline: “TOM SANDOVAL & ARIANA MADIX CALL IT QUITS … Allegations He Cheated With Costar Raquel Leviss.” Meet the Cool Girl Ariana Madix and the endearing but toxic Tom Sandoval – Vanderpump’s most reliable couple. Until they weren’t. Host: Jodi Walker Producers: Kaya McMullen, Andrew Gruttadaro, and Vikram Patel Sound Design: Kaya McMullen Mixing and Mastering: Scott Somerville Note: This episode ran originally on The Ringer Reality TV Podcast on December 26th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda kick off the week by breaking down their thoughts, feelings, and questions about the Jennifer Lopez documentary coming to Prime Video in February after watching the new trailer (1:00). Then they talk about the new ‘Mean Girls’ musical movie remake with Reneé Rapp playing Regina George, as well as Reneé Rapp’s unfiltered public persona (14:00), Josh Radnor’s outdoor January wedding (29:53), the 21st Living Legends of Aviation Awards (37:19), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producers: Sasha Ashall and Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles and Logan dive into Seth MacFarlane’s grimy quasi-sitcom ‘Ted,’ which acts as a prequel to the 2012 movie ‘Ted’ and 2015 sequel ‘Ted 2.’ Is comedy dead? Can ‘Ted’ fix it? Is this show even watchable without the devil’s lettuce? After discussing these pressing questions, they talk about the other trashy shows they've guiltily (or not) partaken in recently. Hosts: Charles Holmes and Logan Murdock Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ladies return this week with an award show season recap, ending with this week's Emmys! The two discuss the Critics Choice Awards a little and debunk a few of the rumors and the drama that unfolded between certain celebrities there (4:55). And then they're on to the Emmys (9:34), discussing who won, the drama, the reunions, and of course the outfits and much more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika and Steven catch up with each other about their holidays, including everything they watched, and talk about what TV, movies, music, etc. they’re excited for in 2024. Then they do some personal ins/outs for the new year. If you want to share any culture you’re excited to experience in 2024 or your ins/outs for this year, email us at [email protected]. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on 'Jam Session,' Juliet and Amanda recap the 2024 Golden Globes. The ladies discuss everything from the power tables (12:53), to the various celebrity interactions, to “Club Chalamet” and the alleged Selena Gomez-Kylie Jenner interaction (16:59), to of course the fashion and the run of show! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Jodi convene in the new year to talk about all their guilty pleasure viewing during the holidays, including the cult documentary ‘Love Has Won,’ ‘Reacher,’ ‘Call the Midwife,’ and more, before discussing culture they’ve been exposed to through meme osmosis. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Jodi Walker Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda return for their ACTUAL last episode of 2023! The two discuss their favorite things and moments from 2023, including the ‘Beckham’ docuseries and WAG culture (1:55), “the summer of women” giving shout-outs to Greta Gerwig, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and more women later on (4:45), Lauren Sanchez’s Vogue profile, and Jeff Bezos future clock (8:37), with a 'GILDED AGE' SPOILER at 9:34! Then, the women discuss what they are looking forward to in 2024, including a plethora of books (14:57), a few movies including ‘Challengers’ and ‘Civil War’ (21:46), the 2024 Summer Olympics, but more importantly, the celebrities that will be there (23:33), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jo is joined by Rolling Stone TV critic and coauthor of “Welcome to the O.C.: The Oral History” Alan Sepinwall to talk about one of the greatest television holiday specials ever, “The Best Chrismukkah Ever,” from the first season of the legendary series ‘The O.C.’ Host: Joanna Robinson Guest: Alan Sepinwall Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika and Steven check in with one another about their holiday plans, and discuss how they each function in their sibling dynamics during family gatherings. Then, Erika is joined by brothers Jeff and Eric Rosenthal and her good friend Kozza to dig further into the intricacies of sibling friendships. They go on to discuss their favorite holiday movies and TV shows that depict said sibling friendships, like ‘Home Alone,’ the “Seven Fishes” episode from ‘The Bear,’ ‘Friends,’ and more. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Guests: Eric Rosenthal, Jeff Rosenthal, and Kozza Babumba Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda return for their last episode of 2023! First, the two discuss the finale episodes of some of their favorite shows: ‘The Crown’ Season 6 (1:03) and ‘The Gilded Age’ Season 2 (12:00) with SPOILERS (13:09-17:51). Next, the ladies discuss Variety Studio’s 'Actors on Actors' series and how it is playing a role in current celebrity publicity (20:19). And lastly, a few celebrity winter parties, including J-Lo’s holiday party and Lauren Sanchez’s birthday party (24:15). See you all next year! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika and Steven make their contribution to The Ringer’s end-of-year list-making endeavor by talking about their top five pop culture friendship moments of 2023 from across reality TV, movies, music, podcasts, and television. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda return this week with a few pieces in celebrity news. First, the ladies discuss Taylor Swift being named Time magazine’s Person of the Year (1:54), Angelina Jolie’s feature in Bazaar after her new fashion collection was launch this week (17:55), and Bradley Cooper’s new food truck venture (22:19). Finally the ladies talk new couple Joshua Jackson and Lupita Nyong’o (25:43) and ‘The Gilded Age’ updates (36:07). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Hayao Miyazaki’s new movie, ‘The Boy and the Heron,’ imminently coming to theaters, Erika sits down with The Ringer’s Mallory Rubin to talk about magical and animal friendships in fantasy stories. They talk about ‘The Never Ending Story,’ ‘E.T.,’ a whole host of Miyazaki films, and some of their favorite fantasy book series like ‘Harry Potter,’ ‘His Dark Materials,’ and ‘Lord of the Rings.’ Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Mallory Rubin Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda return this week with a fun-filled episode! Beginning with the most exciting news of the week, Amanda speaks about her experience watching Beyoncé’s new film, ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé,’ that shows the ins and outs of the singer's Renaissance World Tour (:56). Next, the ladies discuss the beef between Tree Paine and DeuxMoi over Taylor Swift marriage allegations (12:50) and the confusing royal mess surrounding the Omid Scobie book ‘Endgame’ (17:23). Finally, the ladies end on a high with their 2024 gift guides for the holidays (24:09)! See below for their recommendations! JULIET’S GIFTS Sephora gift card (and Uniqlo and Cole Haan) Frank & Eileen oversized button up Jewelry from Quince Ink + Alloy subscription Hellerware dishes Binoculars Paul Murray trilogy Skippy Dies The Mark and the Void The Bee Sting Astor by Anderson Cooper AMANDA’S GIFTS Merit Blush Hay Liberty Table Lamp Olive and June Pedicure Kit Sophia Coppola Book and Charms Murray Toggery Mens Shorts Becky Malinksy Newsletter Sub + Alex Mill Scarf Books: The Likeness, Tana French, The Guest, Emma Cline, Big Swiss, Jen Beagin Shining Through, Susan Isaacs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda discuss the new movie ‘What Happens Later,’ which rom-com veteran Meg Ryan directs and stars in alongside David Duchovny. They talk about what worked, what didn’t, how Meg Ryan uses this film to reflect on her career as a rom-com star, and what the endings of those movies don’t show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika is joined this week by Variety television critic Alison Herman to break down the friendships in Emerald Fennell’s new movie, ‘Saltburn,’ and have a spoiler-filled discussion about its point of view on friendship across class. If you have any thoughts about ‘Saltburn’ or friendship across class lines, please email us at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Alison Herman Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda are back this week with a special in-depth episode in which Juliet discusses her experience attending the Gotham Awards. The deep dive goes into who was there, who Juliet ran into, the awards, and the overall atmosphere of the star-studded night. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda take a well-deserved victory lap because Travis Kelce revealed to The Wall Street Journal that Taylor Swift did, in fact, text him first (0:30)! Then they talk about the new season of 'The Crown' and how it tackles Princess Diana's final weeks (11:09), the many celeb sightings at the Formula One race in Las Vegas (26:45), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Nora have a relatively spoiler-free conversation about the Apple TV+ adaptation of Edith Wharton’s unfinished final novel, ‘The Buccaneers,’ which chronicles the adventures in life and love of five boisterous American girls navigating the marriage market in 1870s England. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Nora Princiotti Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika and Steven explore their own relationship with the relatively new concept of Friendsgiving, how it’s portrayed in pop culture, and the friendship dynamics involved. If you want to tell us about your Friendsgiving traditions, email us at [email protected]. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda return this week to discuss some very interesting celebrity activities! They begin with Lauren Sánchez’s very insightful Vogue profile covering who she is and her daily life with multibillionaire fiancé Jeff Bezos (:49). Next, the ladies discuss Leonardo DiCaprio’s 49th birthday party in Beverly Hills and the celebrity guest list (21:29). Lastly, the ladies talk about their reactions to Taylor Swift's latest viral moment, in which she shouted out her new lover, Travis Kelce, in her hit song “Karma” by changing the lyrics, and discuss his reaction to it (29:06). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amanda and Nora reflect on the whirlwind of absurd plot, terrible CGI, and fabulous clothing and real estate that was Season 3 of ‘The Morning Show’ and recap the season finale. Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Nora Princiotti Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘The Walking Dead’ is one of cable drama’s great successes in the vein of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ with 11 long seasons (most recently, 24 episodes long) and multiple spin-off seasons. And, like ‘Grey’s,’ it has created one of the great platonic friendships in television between Daryl and Carol. With the Season 1 finale of the spin-off, ‘The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon,’ only a few weeks behind us—and the news that the second season will include Carol—Erika and The Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh dive deep into the long and storied friendship between these two and what they’re hoping to see from the friendship in Season 2 of ‘Daryl Dixon.’ If you have any thoughts about the friendship between Daryl and Carol or the ‘Daryl Dixon’ spin-off, email us at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Ben Lindbergh Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on ‘Jam Session,’ Juliet and Amanda discuss the New York Times article on the ghostwriters of Britney Spears’s memoir, ‘The Woman in Me’ (2:09). The link to this article can be found below! Next, the women discuss all the celebrities that attended the LACMA Art+Film Gala in Los Angeles this past weekend and what they are up to amidst the strike (5:12). They also discuss the 2023 CFDA Fashion Awards (13:05), Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck (19:55), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a brand new show for 'Ringer Dish,' Juliet and Amanda check in on one of their favorite guilty pleasure shows 'The Gilded Age' on HBO, as it enters its second season. Check back on the ‘Ringer Dish’ feed every Friday for 'Guilty Pleasures.' Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this slightly depressing episode of 'Jam Session,' Juliet and Amanda return to discuss some more somber things going on in pop culture, including the recent death of ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry (1:30). They also take a deep dive into Britney Spears’s new memoir, ‘The Woman in Me,’ which discusses the details of the pop star's personal life and relationships (3:04). Next, the women discuss a recent Vanity Fair article about the ‘Real Housewives’ franchise and the dark behind-the-scenes look at the show from the perspective of the Housewives (31:36).Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spooky season is upon us and who better to talk to about how horror movies exploit friendship dynamics than The Ringer's own Chris Ryan. Erika and Chris talk about the classic teen friend group horror movies like 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre,' 'Friday the 13th,' 'Scream,' and 'Cabin in the Woods' (0:35) before diving into a newer entrant into the horror annals 'Bodies Bodies Bodies' (25:45). Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Chris Ryan Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda return this week with a full episode! First, discussing the highly anticipated memoir, ‘The Woman in Me,' by Britney Spears that tells the story of her life in the spotlight through the trials, tribulations, and romances (0:45). Next, the women discuss the very shocking and interesting new hookup of Sophia Bush and Ashlyn Harris, after Bush's quick split from Grant Hughes (12:29). They also discuss a new movie find, ‘Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story,’ available on Hulu, that “reveals new details about her legal battle with Rebekah Vardy and from her personal life”, (23:00), Meryl Streep's secret separation (32:40), and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons and Amanda Dobbins do a midseason check-in on their favorite guilty pleasure television show, ‘The Morning Show,’ and marvel over the bizarre story lines running through this season, including the recreation of the January 6 U.S. Capitol riots. Hosts: Bill Simmons and Amanda Dobbins Producers: Kyle Crichton and Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Love Is Blind’ Season 5 has been an absolutely unhinged ride, with lies, deception, screaming, word-vomiting, paper plate shaming, and only one marriage, but the crux of the season has surely been the bizarre dynamic between Uche, Lydia, and Aaliyah. Erika is joined by Callie Curry from ‘Bachelor Party’ to talk about the friendship between Lydia and Aaliyah and the bonds that form between people in the pressure-cooker environments on reality television shows. If you have any thoughts about ‘Love Is Blind’ Season 5 or about dating a friend’s ex, email us at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Callie Curry Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda are back again to discuss their favorite current celebrity, Miss Taylor Swift, and her new movie 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,' a concert and performance-based film that takes you through the Eras Tour performances (0:37). The ladies discuss their overall thoughts on the movie, as well as their thoughts on Taylor's press-release efforts for the movie. They also bring up her latest press frenzy with NFL star Travis Kelce, and more. Later in the episode, the ladies discuss all the hype surrounding Jada Pinkett Smith upon the release of her new memoir, 'Worthy,' and what the biggest takeaways have been in the media (24:49). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika is joined by writers and power couple Adelle Platon and Aaron Smarter Williams to talk about what the cartoons we watched as kids and teens had to say about friendship. We get into ‘Rugrats,’ ‘Recess,’ ‘Doug,’ ‘Hey Arnold!,’ ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,’ and many more. If you have any thoughts about the cartoons you watched as a kid, email us at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guests: Adelle Platon and Aaron Smarter Williams Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda return this week with an eager deep dive into the new Netflix documentary series ‘Beckham,’ which explores the famous soccer player David Beckham’s career, life, and marriage to Victoria Beckham (00:56). The ladies also touch on a few topics toward the end of the episode, including a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce update (25:02), Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper spotted returning to NYC after a rumored weekend getaway (31:44), and ‘Starstruck’ Season 3, now available on Max (32:29). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the players of the NBA sit down this week for their first media appearances of the season and hit the courts with their teammates and coaches for training camp, Erika and Steven speak with Ringer podcaster Kazeem Famuyide about the role of friendship in the NBA, LeBron James’s impact on that role, their favorite friendships in the NBA, and much more! If you want to tell us about your favorite friendships in the NBA or have thoughts about friendships in team sports, email us at [email protected]. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Guest: Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the recent release of the fourth and final season of ‘Sex Education,’ Erika and Jo do a relatively spoiler-free breakdown of the friendships and themes in this beloved show. If you have any thoughts about ‘Sex Education’ or high school friendships, email us at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Joanna Robinson Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda return this week with a Taylor Swift–filled episode covering the dating rumors between her and Travis Kelce after she attended this past weekend's Kansas City Chiefs game. They dive deep into various scenarios and possibilities about what could actually be happening. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika and Steven speak this week about the process of making space to rekindle old friendships, and where we see these types of stories in pop culture, like the falling out and revival of Cam'ron and Mase’s friendship, ‘13 Going on 30,’ and ‘Platonic.’ Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Amanda return this week with a jam-packed episode (pun maybe intended), kicking things off with Jeremy Strong’s impressive marketing photos in an attempt to sell his condo (1:26). Next, a check-in on the Royals, featuring the Prince of Wales, the Princess of Wales, the Princess on 'The Good, the Bad & The Rugby' (8:04), Princess Diana’s "black sheep" sweater being up for auction (11:01), and Meghan Markle’s Invictus Games fashion (14:22). Lastly, the ladies touch on some music industry news, hitting on Adele and Rich Paul marriage rumors (28:42), Drake and Halle Berry beef surrounding his “Slime You Out” cover art (31:56), then give their opinions on Olivia Rodrigo’s sophomore album 'GUTS' (34:44) Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika and Steven start the conversation about misery-bonding with coworkers by recounting their experiences in service and retail and how shared experiences with customers and managers helped to create friendships in the workplace (0:30). Then they dig into some listener mail on the topic of childhood friendships. Finally, Erika is joined once again by writer Julian Kimble to talk about the pop culture influences around hating work and bonding with your coworkers, including ‘Office Space,’ ‘The Office,’ ‘Telemarketers,' ‘The Bear,’ and ‘Mad Men’ (22:15). If you have any thoughts or stories about misery-bonding with coworkers, email us at [email protected]. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Guest: Julian Kimble Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ladies return with a packed episode! Beginning with Chris Evans and Alba Baptista's wedding boasting a full Avenger attendance (:58), and on the other end of the spectrum Joe Jonas gets divorced from wife Sophie Turner (8:37). Next Juliet and Amanda discuss the incredible U.S. Open Championship weekend and all of the celebrity sightings (18:03), Amanda’s amazing trip to the Venice International Film Festival (27:54). and end with a quick debrief of Emma Cline’s book ‘The Guest’ (39:06). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika is joined this week by writer and sex educator Aria Vega to discuss the movie ‘Bottoms’ and how it fits into a genre we made up called "sex-crazed teen girls on a mission." You can find more of Aria’s work at her website ariavega.com. If you have any thoughts about what we talked about today or want to tell us how your heart is, please email us at [email protected]. Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Aria Vega Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the final episode of 'Tea Time,' we revisit some of our favorite moments from the pod (1:00), hand out the "Cringe Mode" Oscars (38:55), and answer some last mailbag questions (46:20). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ladies return this week to discuss relationships and more relationships, starting off with Jack Antonoff and Margaret Qualley’s Jersey Shore wedding (1:11), then into Scooter Braun and his fall-off in the music industry (14:45), and Keke Palmer’s reunion with her ex to celebrate her birthday (20:09). Then, the ladies discuss exes Irina Shayk and Bradley Cooper being on vacation together (21:51), Bill Murray and Kelis’s summer romance (25:38), and lastly, an update on 'The Real Housewives of New York' (26:04). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In their penultimate episode, Liz, Kate, and Amelia check in with the many babies being announced and born, and dish out all their thoughts on Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff’s wedding (4:53). They do a survey of social media and influencers, including Addison Rae’s new single, Fyre Festival’s return, and Kim Cattrall’s cameo in ‘And Just Like That ...’ (13:05). Then they report on their investigations of the bizarre and confounding Scooter Braun news circulating, as well as the Cyrus-Tish family divide (26:13). Finally, they ask some truly unanswerable questions, like what the hell happened on the finale of ‘Riverdale’ (39:34)?? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erika and Steven talk about their own childhood friendships that have lasted and what makes them so special (0:30). Then, Erika is joined by writer Julian Kimble to talk about the cultural references that depict childhood friendships, including ‘The Wood’ and ‘Reservation Dogs,’ and what they have to say about why they last or fade (32:25). If you have any thoughts or stories about childhood friendships or you want to tell us how your heart is, email us at [email protected]. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Guest: Julian Kimble Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on ‘Tea Time,’ Kate Halliwell, Liz Kelly, and Amelia Wedemeyer dive into celeb relationship news: Keke Palmer’s music video revenge (7:30) and Britney Spears’s divorce (8:40). Later on, they discuss Rita Ora’s ‘Running Wild With Bear Grylls’ appearance and decide whether or not they would consume sock water or pigeon (15:10). Finally, the trio visit their feud list and offer forgiveness to certain people, including Dakota Johnson, Paul Rudd, and more (24:50). Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Liz Kelly, and Amelia Wedemeyer Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a jam-packed midsummer check-in, Juliet and Amanda catch up on Amanda’s vacation (0:25), Coleen Rooney’s ‘Vogue UK’ digital cover story detailing the Wagatha Christie scandal (3:41), Sophia Bush’s highly embarrassing divorce (13:30), yacht season updates (17:50), Keke Palmer and Usher’s new music video for ‘Boyfriend’ (21:45), Meghan Markle updates (25:00), and Airbnb’s new celebrity house campaign (32:00). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After experiencing a health scare last week, Erika is back with her best friend Steven talking about what it means to support your friends through the good times and the bad, what happens when you don’t know how to ask for the kind of help you want or don’t know what kind of help your friend needs, and whether Molly should have given Andrew’s contact to Issa. Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices