

Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir Podcast
Chelsea Devantez
Celebrity memoirs, pop culture, and books! Join us as we book club female celebrity memoirs through a thoughtful lens.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 53min
That hot Heated Rivalry, more Olivia Nuzzi??, and Mormon Wives' Dark Turn
Chelsea and producer Kristina Lopez catch up on the hottest pop culture tidbits, including new Olivia Nuzzi updates, the latest Taylor Swift discourse, the unexpected success of Heated Rivalry, Lily Allen’s special “Madeline” performance on “SNL,” Rosalía’s stunning album “Lux,” Cynthia Erivo’s recent book snafu, and why “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” has taken a noticeably darker turn.
A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including references to sexual assault. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
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Show Notes:
Olivia Nuzzi’s “Jailbait” song
Olivia Nuzzi Memoir Episode Part 1
Olivia Nuzzi Memoir Episode Part 2
Cheryl Hines Memoir Episode
Why Doesn't America Read Anymore? (NPR)
White Paper: Purpose and Audience (Purude University’s Online Writing Lab)
Taylor Swift’s Last Album Sparked Bizarre Accusations of Nazism. It Was a Coordinated Attack (Rolling Stone)
Taylor Swift - ANATOMY OF A NARRATIVE How Online Narratives Spread, Escalate, & Reshape Cultural Perception (GUDEA Report)
Twitter Hate Accounts Targeting Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess of Sussex (White Paper by Bot Sentinel)
Targeted Trolling and Trend Manipulation: How Organized Attacks on Amber Heard and Other Women Thrive on Twitter (White Paper on anti-Amber Heard campaigns on Twitter from Bot Sentinel)
Are you in TikTok’s cat niche? What 121,000 videos reveal. (Washington Post)
America Last: How Fuentes’s Coordinated Raids and Foreign Fake-Speech Networks Inflate His Influence (Network Contagion Research Institute & Rutgers University Social Perception Lab)
Who Trolled Amber? - Episode 3 “Into the dark”
Jordan Firstman Still Wants Gay People to Like Him (Vulture)
‘Heated Rivalry’ Stars Respond to Jordan Firstman’s Critique of Show’s Sex Scenes: ‘Is There Only One Way to Have Authentic Gay Sex on TV?’ (Variety)
Lily Allen “Madeline” (SNL Performance with Dakota Johnson)
Rosalía - Lux (Spotify) (Apple)
Rosalía & the evolving definition of Latinidad
Why does Rosalía cause so much controversy?
Sean Combs: The Reckoning (Netflix Documentary)
A ‘Wicked’ superfan uncovered a problem in Cynthia Erivo’s memoir (Washington Post)
Wicked Costume Designer Defends Elphaba’s ‘Sex Cardigan’ from Intimate Scene with Fiyero
Uma Thurman: The Texas abortion law is a human rights crisis for American women (Washington Post)
This Is Why Uma Thurman Is Angry (The New York Times)
Where to find our guest Kristina Lopez:
Instagram
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 12, 2025 • 1h 39min
PART TWO: Olivia Nuzzi's memoir: American Canto (with Becca Platsky)
In the grand finale of this two-part series, Chelsea welcomes back Becca Platsky (Corporate Gossip) to break down Olivia Nuzzi's dizzying memoir "American Canto." Marilyn Monroe, Britney Spears, Holly Madison, and Jerry Garcia??? Oh my! From conservative deadheads to Trump’s hidden talent to big, hot, sexy, tall older brothers, we hope you’re ready for the harvest (sorry).
A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including references to suicide and sexual assault. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
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Show Notes:
Olivia Nuzzi Memoir Episode Part 1
Cheryl Hines Memoir Episode
Olivia Nuzzi’s “Jailbait” song
Ryan Lizza’s First Substack Post
Ryan Lizza’s Second Substack Post
Ryan Lizza’s Third Substack Post
Ryan Lizza’s Fourth Substack Post
Ryan Lizza’s Fifth Substack Post
Keith Olbermann’s Tweet about Olivia
Olivia Nuzzi’s article on Trump from 2018
Olivia Nuzzi Did It All for Love (New York Times)
House in Habit’s posts on Olivia Nuzzi (Reddit)
Anne Helen Petersen's Substack mentioning Olivia Nuzzi
Where to find our guest Becca Platsky:
Corporate Gossip Podcast
Tik Tok
Instagram
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 9, 2025 • 52min
Olivia Nuzzi's Gobblede-Book, Ryan Lizza's Substacker, and RFK Jr.'s Poetry Slam (Pt. 1)
In the first of a two-part series, Chelsea presents the prequel origin story that led to Olivia Nuzzi’s “American Canto.” From Olivia’s pop-star beginnings to her journalism pivot thanks to a mentorsituationship with Keith Olbermann, you’ll find out how Olivia made power moves in DC through a combination of talent, intelligence, hot girl warfare, and absolutely fuckery. Plus: The goss and patterns from her ex-fiancé's substack posts and the conclusions we can draw from her torrid digital affair with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Buckle up and get ready for the harvest!!!
A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including suicide. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
Follow Chelsea:
Instagram @chelseadevantez
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Show Notes:
Cheryl Hines Memoir Episode
Olivia Nuzzi’s “Jailbait” song
Ryan Lizza’s First Substack Post
Ryan Lizza’s Second Substack Post
Ryan Lizza’s Third Substack Post
Ryan Lizza’s Fourth Substack Post
Keith Olbermann’s Tweet about Olivia
Olivia Nuzzi’s article on Trump from 2018
Olivia Nuzzi Did It All for Love (New York Times)
House in Habit’s posts on Olivia Nuzzi (Reddit)
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 5, 2025 • 1h 21min
Lauren Graham’s Memoir Talking As Fast As I Can (with Jo Feldman)
Chelsea and bestie, Jo Feldman, dive into another “Gilmore Girls” memoir! This time it’s Lauren Graham’s 2016 book, “Talking As Fast As I Can.” They unpack Lauren’s early houseboat childhood, the failed TV role that led her to Lorelai, her situationship with Matthew Perry, a surprising “Project Runway” confession, and the many Ellen DeGeneres references. Plus, the reboot “Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life” details you can only catch by reading between the lines.
A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including body image talk. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
Follow Chelsea:
Instagram @chelseadevantez
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Show Notes:
Kendra Wilkinson Memoir Episode (with Jo Feldman)
Kelly Bishop Memoir Episode (with Jo Feldman)
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.
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Nov 21, 2025 • 43min
Documentary Book Club - Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery (with Jana Schmieding)
Chelsea and Sage-Based Wisdom host Jana Schmieding break down “Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery,” the documentary about the iconic '90s women’s music festival, founded by singer/songwriter Sarah McLachlan that changed the music industry forever!!! Two ladies on one show?? Gasp! Will anyone show up?? They dive back into the ’90s and drag out the Lilith Fair lessons that we can apply to everything today.
Follow Chelsea:
Instagram @chelseadevantez
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Jana’s Lilith Fair Playlist (Apple Music)
Show Notes:
Neko Case Memoir Episode (with Jana Schmieding)
Where to find our guest: Jana Schmieding
Sage-Based Wisdom Podcast
Instagram
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 14, 2025 • 41min
Viral Article Book Club: Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing?
Chelsea and Tocarra break down the super viral Vogue article “Is Having A Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?” by Chante Joseph. They delve into why some women are hiding their boyfriends on social media, how new romances feel like brand launches now, and what this cultural moment reveals about performative love in the digital age.
Follow Chelsea:
Instagram @chelseadevantez
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Show Notes:
Michelle Williams Memoir Episode (with Tocarra Elise)
Ricki Lake’s Memoir Episode (with Tocarra Elise)
Jennifer Hudson’s Memoir Episode (with Tocarra Elise)
Josephine Baker’s Memoir Episode (with Tocarra Elise)
Where to find our guest Tocarra Elise:
Instagram @tocarraelise
Listen to The List
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 11, 2025 • 1h 35min
Lily Allen’s Memoir and West End Girl Breakdown
Chelsea is joined by Cinemile host Cathy Cullen, cookie correspondent Caitie Rosen, and producer Kristina to break down Lily Allen’s memoir “My Thoughts Exactly” and parse through the contradictions, confessions, and HOT TEA on her viral album "West End Girl." They unpack Lily’s unfiltered writing about her marriage to “Stranger Things” star David Harbour, the Architectural Digest videos, the open-marriage-to-divorce pipeline, the "Pussy Palace" mojo dojo casa house, the Zoe Kravitz of it all, and a memoir vs a memoir in music.
A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including substance use, disordered eating, sexual assault, as well as ableist and transphobic language. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
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Follow Chelsea:
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Show Notes:
The research doc referenced in the episode
Lily Allen and David Harbour’s Architectural Digest
David Harbour’s Architectural Digest
Where to find our guests:
Cathy Cullen:
Cinemile Podcast
Cathy’s Instagram
Cinemile’s Instagram
Caitie Rosen:
Instagram
Kristina Lopez:
Instagram
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 4, 2025 • 1h 26min
Christine Brown Woolley's Memoir Sister Wife (with Olivia Muenter )
Get your 32 oz of decaf soda and grab some gas station nachos -- we’re headed back to Utah! Chelsea is joined by Bad on Paper co-host Olivia Muenter to recap the memoir of “Sister Wives” star Christine Brown Woolley. They dive into Christine’s Mormon polygamy-royalty upbringing, the sad man Kody Brown, and how a bucket of chicken just may be a sign from God.
Follow Chelsea:
Instagram @chelseadevantez
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Show Notes:
Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Mayci Neeley’s Memoir Episode
Dallin H. Oaks, former Utah Supreme Court justice, is selected to lead Mormon church - Associated Press
Where to find our guest Olivia Muenter:
Pre-order “Little One”
Bad on Paper podcast
Instagram
Website
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 28, 2025 • 1h 18min
Rachel Dratch's Memoir Girl Walks into a Bar (with Mitchell Fain)
Guest host Maria Randazzo is joined by performer Mitchell Fain to dive deep into "Girl Walks into a Bar," the 2012 memoir of "Saturday Night Live" legend Rachel Dratch. They unpack Rachel’s journey through Second City to her "30 Rock" casting swap with Jane Krakowski all while enjoying the dating horror stories and symbolic pigs she picked up along the way. Plus: Rachel’s surprise path to motherhood at 44 and the psychic moments that make this one of the most magical memoirs we’ve covered.
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Follow Maria Randazzo:
Instagram @mariafreakin
Where to find our guest, Mitchell Fain:
Instagram
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 24, 2025 • 1h 7min
Kevin Federline’s Tell-All Memoir, Love Is Blind Chaos, and Dancing With The Stars
Chelsea’s back in the hosting seat for this special Cookie Jar episode to catch up with producer Kristina Lopez on all things pop culture. Together, they unpack the chaos of Kevin Federline’s “memoir,” dive into the cultural contradictions of “Love Is Blind: Denver,” and what it reveals about today’s dating politics. Plus: a few fall favorites and Chelsea’s behind-the-scenes updates from directing her first feature film.
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Show Notes:
BASIC - Chelsea’s Short Film
Britney Spears Memoir Episode
Britney & Lynne Spears Memoir Episode
Lynne Spears Memoir Episode
Jamie Lynn Memoir Episode
Where to find our guest Kristina Lopez:
Instagram
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


