The TMZ Podcast

Taylor Swift shocked fans with a midnight reveal of her 12th studio album on Travis and Jason Kelce’s podcast, sparking a frenzy of theories and orange-themed Easter egg hunts. Swifties believe Max Martin and Shellback secretly produced Taylor’s new album after spotting a playlist clue linking them to all 22 songs featured. Taylor will make her highly anticipated debut on Travis Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast Wednesday, teasing both relationship moments and possible album reveals. Elon Musk accused Apple of politically motivated bias for excluding X and his AI platform Grok from the App Store’s “Must Have” list despite top rankings. Drew Barrymore praised Bill Maher’s fearless speech while admitting she still fears revealing her political views, sparking mixed reactions online. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Charlie Neff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Kimmel teases moving to Italy after slamming Trump’s second term. MGK dodges a question about Sydney Sweeney dating rumors on live TV. Bill Belichick’s current and ex cross paths at a Nantucket party with no drama. Plus, Lindsay Lohan says paparazzi harassment drove her out of Hollywood and gave her PTSD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diddy's lawyer may ask for home confinement for Diddy instead of prison so he can receive therapy for his anger and substance abuse. Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, has died at age 48 after a three-year battle with melanoma. Greg Gutfeld appeared on "The Tonight Show" with Jimmy Fallon, and the two avoided politics, instead sharing stories and lighthearted banter. Trump has again slammed late-night hosts, claiming that Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel will be canceled after Stephen Colbert. In a new song, Machine Gun Kelly seemingly opens up about his breakup with Megan Fox and his subsequent stay in rehab. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Charlie Neff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diddy is already planning a comeback concert at Madison Square Garden after his release from prison. Kevin Federline is releasing a deeply personal memoir, You Thought You Knew, covering his upbringing, marriage to Britney Spears, and life in the public eye. Kelly Clarkson has postponed the remainder of her Las Vegas residency. Lizzo teased new music with a lyric referencing Sydney Sweeney's controversial American Eagle ad. Plus, Todd Chrisley addressed claims from his former business partner about an alleged sexual relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A third lime-green dildo was thrown during the Indiana Fever vs. Los Angeles Sparks game, grazing Sophie Cunningham and stopping play, continuing a bizarre WNBA trend now attracting sportsbook bets. Dave Franco says he’s open to playing alleged killer Luigi Mangione in a biopic, noting the idea comes up constantly due to their resemblance, but he’d only do it with the “right people” involved. Kim Kardashian has been asked by Amy Bradley’s brother to use her influence to help locate the missing woman, whose 1998 disappearance from a cruise ship is the subject of a new Netflix documentary. Brooke Hogan skipped her father Hulk Hogan’s funeral per his wishes, instead honoring him at the beach with her children, while the Florida memorial drew wrestling and entertainment legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail again and will remain at MDC Brooklyn until his October 3 sentencing, with the judge citing evidence of violence and coercion tied to his Mann Act convictions. Justin Timberlake posted an Instagram Story declaring he’s “not doing s*** today” after wrapping his tour and revealing his Lyme disease diagnosis, embracing a break from his packed schedule. Calvin Harris announced the birth of his son Micah with a series of photos that included his wife Vick Hope’s placenta, sparking surprise and discussion online. Brandi Glanville suffered chemical burns to her face after leaving Nair hair-removal cream on too long in a DIY attempt to treat what she claims is a facial parasite. Amy Bradley’s family says they’ve received thousands of new tips since a Netflix documentary aired, but none have yet been confirmed in the decades-old missing person case. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Charlie Neff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sydney Sweeney was publicly heckled at the Hollywood premiere of Americana amid backlash over her controversial American Eagle “great jeans” ad campaign—and meanwhile, President Trump praised the same ad as the “hottest,” especially after learning she is a registered Republican. Jake Paul has retained high-powered attorney Alex Spiro to pursue legal action against pundits and critics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blake Lively sat for a tense deposition in New York as Justin Baldoni stared her down across the table, with both sides digging in over her sexual harassment claims. A YouTuber is now accusing Blake of harassment herself, seeking a protective order after Lively subpoenaed online creators critical of her during the Baldoni legal fight. Lizzo trolled Sydney Sweeney’s controversial American Eagle ad by posting a satirical denim pic, adding fuel to the fire over the campaign’s racial undertones. Anthony Hopkins hilariously leaned into Hannibal Lecter comparisons by wearing a SKIMS face wrap and joking about having Kim Kardashian for dinner. Michelle Obama said ESPN feels just like Real Housewives, roasting the sports network’s drama-filled debates and comparing Stephen A. Smith to Andy Cohen. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Charlie Neff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diddy’s making a bold move — filing a motion to toss his Mann Act convictions or get a brand new trial. His team says he wasn’t trafficking, just watching, filming, and exercising his First Amendment rights. From freak-off footage to claims of unfair prejudice, this episode breaks down Diddy’s wild legal Hail Mary. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brooke Hogan made a shocking decision before Hulk’s death — asking to be removed from his will entirely. In this episode, we break down why she walked away from millions, the trust issues that tore them apart, and what this means for Hulk Hogan’s massive estate. Plus, more of TMZ's hottest news stories. Host: Charlie Cotton & Charlie Neff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices