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380: Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Deep Dive - Postpartum Psychosis or Premeditated Murder?
Aug 12, 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
The Lindsay Clancy case is forcing a national conversation about postpartum psychosis, the limits of the mental health system, and what happened the night three young children lost their lives in Duxbury, Massachusetts. (00:01:23) ⚖️ Lindsay Clancy Case Overview — what happened in Duxbury and why the trial has everyone talking (00:07:44) 👨👩👧 Lindsay & Patrick Before — the family life that looked perfect from the outside (00:10:47) 🧠 Mental Health Decline — the months of escalating symptoms…
378: The Wildest Celebrity Relationships Everyone Somehow Forgot ft. Joe Peacock
Aug 5, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
Joe Peacock is back and sitting down with Chanler to discuss celebrity couples the culture moved on from too quickly. From shocking age-gap romances to high-profile engagements that quietly ended, these are the relationships that still live rent-free in our heads. (00:03:05) 🎭 Patrick Dempsey & Rocky Parker — the 18-year-old and the 44-year-old aunt (00:15:29) 🤢 Jerry Seinfeld & Shoshanna Lonstein — the age-gap relationship that still feels icky (00:29:55) 🎬 Jake Gyllenhaal & Reese Witherspoo…
376: Her Kids Were Kidnapped to Saudi Arabia for 14 Years | JEDDAH BRIDE Patricia Bonis Tells All
Jul 29, 2026 · 1 hr 51 min
Get a copy of Patricia’s memoir Jeddah Bride!! https://www.patriciabonisauthor.com/book Lauren and Chanler sit down with Patricia Bonis, author of the gripping memoir Jeddah Bride, for a deep conversation about her extraordinary true story. From meeting a charismatic Saudi sheikh at Wellesley to the unimaginable events that followed. (00:01:05) 📖 Meeting Patricia & Why She Wrote Jeddah Bride — the page-turner that kept readers up all night (00:06:26) 🚪 The Opening Chapter — seeing her so…
374: Harry & Meghan's Royal Comeback Plan, TFP Responds to CPS Filings via GRWM + Matty Healy & Gabbriette’s Goth Wedding
Jul 22, 2026 · 1 hr 26 min
Taylor Frankie Paul responds to DCFS documents, Matty Healy & Gabbriette’s wedding vibes, and an update on the Etsy soulmate psychic. Plus, the latest episode of RHOOC and Prince Harry & Meghan want back into the Royal family? (00:02:40) 🔮 Etsy Psychic Soulmate Update — Chanler’s $4.82 reading results and the spooky “B” connection (00:11:20) ⭐ Spotify Review Plea — burying the haters and asking for your five stars (00:13:01) 💅 Nail Salon Horror Story — cheese grater calluses and why Lauren’s d…
372: King Charles Extends Olive Branch to Harry & Meghan + Is Taylor Not What We Thought?
Jul 15, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Summer health scares, Delta status wins, and Etsy psychic soulmate portraits. Plus, Taylor Swift spotted at a wedding, Bethenny ends her podcast, Tom Sandoval drama, and Harry & Meghan family reunion with the King. (00:03:27) 🦠 Cyclospora & Legionnaires Panic — explosive summer ailments, Reddit horror stories, and vigilance mode (00:09:20) ✈️ Delta Status Match Glow-Up — Platinum medallion wins, JetBlue goodbyes, and no more rowdy flights (00:12:53) ⭐ Negative Reviews & Our Enemy — callin…
370: Inside Taylor and Travis' Wedding + Prince Harry Loses Daily Mail Lawsuit
Jul 8, 2026 · 55 min
Check out the life-changing self-tanner product we love!! https://go.shopmy.us/p-69993254 The latest on Taylor Swift's wedding, West Wilson cheating rumors, thoughts on In The City and The Valley. (00:01:31) 🌟 Self-Tanning Revolution — the life-changing product that’s replacing foams and sleep-in tans (00:07:35) 👑 Prince Harry UK Drama — the lawsuit loss, security issues, and why he left Meghan behind (00:15:06) 💔 West Wilson Cheating Rumors — the latest tip, what he admitted in hi…
367: ASK NOT Deep Dive Pt 3! The Forgotten Women of the Kennedy Legacy: Mary Jo Kopechne, Martha Moxley & Pamela Kelley
Jul 1, 2026 · 59 min
Lesser-known women whose lives were upended by the Kennedy men, including the tragic stories of Mary Jo Kopechne, Martha Moxley, and Pamela Kelley. (00:02:26) 👩❤️💋👨 Mary Jo Kopechne — the devoted boiler room girl, her deep connection to Bobby Kennedy, and the events leading to Chappaquiddick (00:17:13) 🚗 Chappaquiddick Crash — Ted Kennedy’s account, the delayed response, and the heartbreaking aftermath for Mary Jo (00:38:19) 🕵️ Martha Moxley Murder — the Greenwich tragedy, the Skakel bro…
365: Maternal Instinct on Netflix Recap + Blake Lively’s Pap Walk After Taylor Snub
Jun 24, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
In this episode we are discussing Dua Lipa’s highly anticipated wedding looks, Taylor Swift’s Rhode Island bachelorette, Gisele Bundchen’s Father’s Day post, and a full recap of the chilling new Netflix documentary Maternal Instinct. (00:02:21) 👰 Dua Lipa Wedding Fashion — glittering Versace bachelorette vibes, the courthouse look, and full thoughts on that Chanel couture dress (00:16:22) 💍 Taylor Swift Bachelorette — Watch Hill chaos, Holiday House vibes, and what we’re seeing from the weeken…
363: Alex Cooper's Toxic Workplace Article, West Wilson Fired from Summer House + In The City
Jun 17, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
In this episode we will be discussing celebrity family tension, a very public new romance, old friendships hitting rough patches, and what’s unfolding on the newest Summer House spin-off. (00:00:04) 💁♀️ Hair Talk & Relationship Check-In — Lauren & Chanler pastel looks and the perfect NYC weekend (00:04:14) 💍 Taylor Swift Wedding Rumors — MSG plans, Police Commissioner comments & hope for fans (00:11:21) 👀 Keleigh Teller & Taylor Swift Fallout — Page Six bombshell & friendship details (00:21:…
361: Taylor & Travis MSG Wedding Rumors, Dua Lipa's Chic Wedding + Summer House Reunion Pt. 2
Jun 10, 2026 · 59 min
(00:00:04) ✈️ Italy Trip Recap — Capri pronunciation debates, European girl energy, and post-vacation vibes (00:03:53) 💍 Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Wedding Rumors — Madison Square Garden plans, guest list chaos, and helicopter theories (00:26:10) 👰 Dua Lipa & Callum Turner Wedding — the lavish multi-day celebration in Italy and all the iconic fashion (00:35:12) 🏎️ Kim Kardashian & Lewis Hamilton — Monaco Grand Prix support, public moments, and relationship questions (00:38:29) ⚖️ Karen Read…
359: ASK NOT Deep Dive Pt 1! Jackie Kennedy Onassis: Love, Loss & Camelot
Jun 3, 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Lauren and Chanler are back with the long-awaited deep dive into Maureen Callahan’s book Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed. Including a raw, unflinching look at Jackie Kennedy Onassis, the Kennedy men, and the women who lived in their orbit. (00:02:53) 📖 Jackie Kennedy Onassis — the woman behind the myth, her early life, and the Kennedy world she entered (00:07:06) 📖 'Ask Not' Biography — Maureen Callahan’s book and why we’re obsessed with the Kennedy women (00:09:44) 👠 Jacki…
357: The Four Messiest Hollywood Affairs ❤️🩹 ft. Joe Peacock
May 27, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Lauren and Chanler are joined by fan-favorite guest Joe Peacock for a juicy breakdown of Hollywood’s most infamous affairs! They chat gossip from on-set romances gone wrong to public scandals and everything in between. (00:00:25) 🎙️ Welcome with Joe Peacock — hormonal chaos, rage texts, and why no one is safe (00:04:40) ✨ Chez Margaux Night Out — Lauren’s late-night club celebrity sighting and the older gentlemen table (00:09:21) 💔 Julia Roberts & Danny Moder — the on-set romance, the inf…
355: Kendall Jenner & Jacob Elordi HOT 🔥 in Hawaii, The NFL Cheating Scandal + Bethenny Frankel ShoeGate
May 20, 2026 · 60 min
Lauren and Chanler are back with another packed episode full of real-life chaos and the celebrity stories everyone’s talking about. From airport horror stories and unexpected compliments to wild Bravo drama, pregnancy announcements, and the hottest new couple in Hollywood! (00:00:25) ✈️ Airport Humiliation — Lauren gets called “this lady” after asking someone to turn down her speakerphone (00:06:18) 💃 Chanler’s Hot Girl Weekend — Vegas, No Doubt at the Sphere, and getting cold approached at Tra…
353: Celeb Feuds Deep Dive! SARAH JESSICA PARKER VS. KIM CATTRALL
May 13, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
Lauren and Chanler are back with a deep dive into one of the most iconic celebrity feuds of all time. From the glittering streets of Sex and the City to years of icy tension, contract drama, and public shade. This episode unpacks everything between SJP and Kim Cattrall. Grab your cosmos, get cozy, and settle in for girl talk, sisterhood gone wrong, and all the messy details you didn’t know you needed. (00:00:00) 🎙️ Welcome Back to Pop Apologists — Lauren & Chanler kick off a new deep dive serie…
351: IT FINALLY ENDS! Blake Lively Settles With Justin Baldoni for $0 + Met Gala, JP Morgan Lawsuit & RHOBH
May 6, 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
Lauren & Chanler are back in the studio with the latest news — from the Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni settlement and Met Gala moments to the wild JPMorgan lawsuit, Taylor Frankie Paul updates, and the latest RHOBH reunion tea. (00:01:53) ⚖️ Blake & Justin Settlement — the surprising update and what it means (00:09:22) 👗 Blake at the Met Gala — red carpet return and not backing down (00:16:57) 🎤 Gigi Hadid Met Gala Moment — the art question that broke Gigi’s brain (00:23:00) ✨ Lauren Sanchez’s…
349: Summer House Audio LEAKS, Zoë Kravitz & Harry Styles ENGAGED + YOUR BEST SKIN EVER ft. The Skin Clique
Apr 29, 2026 · 2 hr 20 min
We break down the Summer House reunion LEAKED audio — all the Amanda and West bombshells revealed, and our theory on whether Bravo was behind it. Then: Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles are ENGAGED, and we have thoughts. After the break, Sarah and Claire from The Skin Clique are back for a masterclass on getting your best skin — retinoids, sunscreen, fillers, neurotoxins, GLP-1s, celebrity skin confessions, and so much more. Get 10% off at www.skinclique.com/pop with code POP10. 05:00 — 🐍 Discussi…
347: Kris Jenner’s $250K Facelift is Slipping?, Lena Dunham Spills on Jack Antonoff and Lorde + Alex v Alix Fallout Continues
Apr 22, 2026 · 59 min
Lauren and Chanler reunite for another round of unfiltered celebrity gossip and real talk. (00:06:48) 💉 Kris Jenner’s Slipping Facelift — The $250K lift that’s fading fast, comparisons to Denise Richards and Lori Loughlin, and the honeymoon period after plastic surgery. (00:20:33) 🎤 Lena Dunham on Jack Antonoff & Lorde — Memoir bombshells, the infamous PowerPoint, and the tangled relationships involving Taylor Swift. (00:28:35) 👨❤️👩 Ryan Reynolds on Blake Lively — Proud husband comments on…
345: Trust Me: The False Prophet – Cults, Coercion & Religious Trauma ft. Kate Casey
Apr 15, 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
Lauren and Chanler sit down with Kate Casey for an unfiltered conversation on the gripping Netflix docuseries Trust Me: The False Prophet. They break down the shocking story of Samuel Bateman, the FLDS community’s ongoing struggles, Christine Marie’s bravery, and the heartbreaking realities behind the scenes. Timestamps: (00:00:29) 🎙️ Kate Casey Joins the Show — cult docs, FLDS fascination, and why this series hits different (00:03:29) 👤 Christine Marie’s Story — escaping abuse and turning pai…
343: BLAKE LIVELY VS. JUSTIN BALDONI PART 10! Judge Liman Guts Blake’s Case… So Why Is She Celebrating?
Apr 8, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Lauren and Chanler kick things off with some much-needed corrections to the record before diving into all the mess you can’t stop thinking about. From spilling the Summer House tea with mom to the latest on Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni. We also five into Meghan Markle’s surprising new gig, and Taylor Frankie Paul’s latest headlines. Timestamps: (00:00:00) 📝 Corrections to the Record — Paige DeSorbo shade mix-up and Carolyn Bessette’s mom tea (00:05:43) 👑 Deep Dive Plans — the Kennedy Curse,…
341: Amanda & West Confirm Situationship 😭 Unpacking the Summer House Betrayal
Apr 1, 2026 · 58 min
Lauren and Chanler unpack a week of relationship chaos, reality TV betrayal, and some insider tea. The Pop Apologists cover it all, from finishing Strangers to the Summer House fallout, and their final thoughts on Ryan Murphy’s Love Story. Plus, Taylor Swift’s headline-making iHeartRadio moment. It’s messy, judgmental, and exactly the kind of topics group chats are made for. timestamps: (00:03:11) 📚 Finishing Strangers — Belle Burden, marriage paranoia, and the divorce explanation that never co…
339: The Taylor Frankie Paul of It All 🚨 Bachelorette Cancelled, DV Footage 💔 Full Debrief
Mar 25, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
In this episode, we break down the explosive Taylor Frankie Paul situation, from new domestic violence allegations to the shocking release of past footage that changed everything. We walk through what actually happened, why her Bachelorette season was ultimately canceled, and what this means for her future. We also bring in expert legal insight to explain restraining orders and what could happen next. Plus, we cover the latest Secret Lives of Mormon Wives drama, including a major divorce and ong…
337: EPSTEIN FILES DEEP DIVE (PT 3) 🔎📂: INSIDE THE FILES — NAMES, EMAILS & RECEIPTS
Mar 18, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Lauren and Chanler break down the Epstein Files and what this latest wave of information actually is. From the original case and its notorious handling to the names that continue to surface across legal, medical, and tech circles. They also examine the broader systems that enabled it, why certain figures remain part of the conversation, and what real accountability could look like as the focus shifts beyond the U.S. and into Europe. timestamps: (00:04:46) 📂 What Are the Epstein Files — the data…
335: Timothée Chalamet Angers the Arts, Netflix Drops Meghan Markle’s Brand + Ballerina Farm Conspiracy Theories
Mar 11, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Lauren and Chanler are back with a full celebrity outline and a much needed break from the heavier Epstein deep dives. They talk through the internet’s latest pop culture moments, from Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ very public date night to Timothée Chalamet accidentally angering art world. Then they get into the internet’s obsession with Ballerina Farm, Meghan Markle’s latest business pivot, and why certain celebrity narratives just refuse to leave the timeline. Timestamps: (00:10:10) 👩🏼❤️…
333: EPSTEIN FILES DEEP DIVE (PT 1) 🔎📂: THE RISE AND FALL OF JEFFREY EPSTEIN
Mar 4, 2026 · 58 min
In Part 1 of our Epstein Files deep dive, we unpack the unsettling story of how Jeffrey Epstein rose from a Brooklyn math prodigy to one of the most connected—and controversial—figures in elite circles. We trace the key moments that built his fortune and influence, from Wall Street to his powerful relationships with billionaires like Les Wexner and Leon Black. Along the way, we examine the mysterious circumstances surrounding Ghislaine Maxwell’s entrance into his life and the early warning signs…
331: JFK JR. & CAROLYN BESSETTE DEEP DIVE ❤️🔥 + RHOBH and Q&A
Feb 24, 2026 · 2 hr 1 min
Lauren and Chanler kick off with fresh sister banter from snowy New YorkCity. They get into recent RHOBH drama (including Rachel Zoe’s standout moments), surprising cast confessions, and the type of reality TV honesty that hits harder than expected. The girls also answer listener questions on money, dating, and celeb news before teeing up a fan-favorite deep dive on Carolyn Bessette Kennedy and John F. Kennedy Jr. for anyone ready to romanticize the 90s all over again. timestamps: (00:00:00) ❄️…
329: Chatting Love Story | JFK Jr. & Carolyn Bessette + Taylor's Opalite Music Video, Apple Martin & RHOBH
Feb 18, 2026 · 1 hr 12 min
Lauren and Chanler debrief the emotional chaos of Valentine’s Day. They react to Ryan Murphy’s Love Story and Taylor Swift’s latest music video. They also unpack the Apple Martin rumor mill, vent about the lack of movement in the Nancy Guthrie case, and the very public CEO cheating scandal. timestamps: (00:01:16) 💘 Valentine’s Day Reality — low-stakes relationship fights, prefix menu hell, and date-night movie choices (00:16:00) 📺 “Love Story” Premiere — first reactions, Carolyn Bessette hairo…
327: Was Meghan a Yacht Girlie???, Nancie Guthrie Search Turns Dire, Andrew’s Royal Eviction and Kate & Will's BS Statement + A Self Tanning Summit
Feb 10, 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
Lauren and Chanler open with peak psychosis-energy banter before diving into a week that somehow manages to be both unserious and extremely heavy. From Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl moment and Kendall Jenner’s courtside energy to a gutting breakup announcement, and the latest on the Epstein files and Prince Andrew, the girls unpack how pop culture, power, and PR spin collide in real time. timestamps: (00:03:10) ✨ NYC Dating Maintenance — spray tans, beauty labor, and what “keeping up” actually looks li…
325: Nancy Guthrie’s Kidnapping, Danielle Bernstein’s Engagement Ends + Bella Hadid’s Ex Gets Messy
Feb 4, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
This week Lauren and Chanler spiral into one of the wildest news cycles of the week. From a chilling breaking-news story involving Savannah Guthrie’s family, to Bella Hadid’s chaotic night out in Texas, Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz’s full-moon crystal era, and influencer engagement drama that feels ripped from a parody script. The girls unpack grief, fame, money, and the internet’s favorite pastime: making everything messier than it needs to be. timestamps: (00:00:00) 📺 Dying for Sex Obses…
323: BLAKE LIVELY VS. JUSTIN BALDONI PT. 9! Blake & Ryan's Cringe Emails to Ben Affleck, Colleen Hoover, Matt & Lucy Damon, & Sony Exec BTS Emails
Jan 26, 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
In this emergency episode, we dive head-first into newly released discovery that blows the Justin Baldoni vs. Blake Lively saga wide open. We break down Jenny Slate’s deposition (and the actual footage that backs it up), unpack Blake and Ryan’s behind-the-scenes power plays with Hollywood royalty, and read the absolutely unhinged emails sent to Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Plus: Sony executives vent privately about Blake, Ryan Reynolds sends the most try-hard text imaginable to Colleen…
321: BROOKLYN BECKHAM MENTIONS IT ALL
Jan 21, 2026 · 1 hr 18 min
Brooklyn Beckham breaks his silence in a shocking statement accusing David and Victoria Beckham of manipulation, betrayal, and a wedding moment gone horribly wrong. We unpack every claim, the money and power dynamics underneath it all, and what this feud reveals about celebrity family brands. Plus: Ben Affleck politely dismantles a Real Housewives fantasy, and why this week feels like a golden age for gossip historians. 01:10 🌴 Chanler’s Guana Island trip Beach glow, anniversaries, and luxury o…
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