
Right Answers Mostly
History is just gossip! Join hosts Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald every Monday as they break down the juiciest stories from history and pop culture over a cocktail!
Latest episodes

Jun 16, 2025 • 1h 34min
Feminist Astrology
In this episode we have the ICONIC feminist astrologist Babs Cheung on to dissect what it means to dismantle the patriarchy through astrology. She then reads both of our charts for some MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY READING as she likes to call it (get ready for some tears) and ends the episode with comparing our charts to see our compatibility in business and friendship. It was truly such a great, we will most definitely be having her on again for more fan questions about astrology!
Produced and created by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald
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Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 14min
Steve Madden: From Jail to Retail
This week, we’re diving into the world of the shoe mogul himself: Steve Madden. From hustling shoes out of the trunk of his car to building a billion-dollar brand, Steve’s journey is anything but ordinary. We unpack how his rapid rise got tangled in the chaos of The Wolf of Wall Street, landing him behind bars, and how he managed to bounce back stronger than ever. His story is a wild ride of risk, resilience, and really good shoes.
Who else grew up wearing Steve Madden? And we still love Steve Madden shoes—Claire’s iconic green heels from the White Party? Steve Madden, of course!
Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo
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Jun 2, 2025 • 1h 26min
HBO's Girls: All Adventurous Women Do
In this episode, we have friend of the pod and of our lives, Hannah Aaron Brown on as a fantastic guest to discuss HBO'S Girls: the cultural influence, controversies, favorite episodes, and if it could or should be made today! To all of our millennials who are nostalgic for this iconic show, or if you're a GenZ and just becoming obsessed, this episode is for you! We break it all down and feel like we're back in Brooklyn, with a PBR in hand, making a sad girl Tumblr post. Stick around for a fun quiz at the end!
Created and produced by Tess Bellomo & Claire Donald
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Jun 2, 2025 • 15min
Introducing: Clues with Morgan Absher & Kaelyn Moore
Join hosts Morgan Absher and Kaelyn Moore as they take you deep into the world of the most notorious crimes ever — where a single clue can crack a case wide open.
From shocking murders to serial killers, Clues dives into all the forensic details and brilliant sleuthing of the world's most infamous cases. CLUES is a Crime House Original, powered by PAVE Studios. Follow and listen now wherever you get your podcasts.
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May 26, 2025 • 38min
Alcatraz: The OG Scary Island
We've been traveling, we've been to prison, that’s right: it’s Alcatraz time. Join us as we unpack the infamous island’s dramatic history. From its days as a military fort to becoming the country’s most notorious federal prison. We talk famous prisoners like Al Capone and Machine Gun Kelly (no, not that one), escape attempts, and what life was really like on the OG scary island.
Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo
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May 19, 2025 • 1h 22min
Justin, Hailey, and Selena
In this episode, we dive into one of pop culture’s most talked-about relationship timelines: Justin Bieber, Hailey Bieber, and Selena Gomez. But this isn’t your typical celebrity gossip breakdown. Through a feminist lens, we explore how media narratives have consistently framed women as rivals, even when the story is far more complex, and human, than that. We trace the key moments, challenge the headlines, and ask bigger questions about fame, fan culture, misogyny, and the personal cost of public scrutiny. This isn’t about taking sides, it’s about understanding the story without turning it into a competition.
Created and produced by Tess Bellomo & Claire Donald
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May 12, 2025 • 1h 14min
Judge Judy Takes No Sh*t
This week, we cover the one and only Judge Judy. From her Brooklyn beginnings where she honed that signature gift of gab, (hello, such a Rammie?!), to becoming the highest-paid woman in daytime TV history, Judy Sheindlin is truly in a court of her own. We get into her days as the only woman in her law school class, her personal ups and downs (three marriages, she stays busy!), and how she rose to become one of the most recognizable, meme-worthy, no-nonsense icons in pop culture. Court is in session, and yes… we’re all a little scared.
Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo
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May 5, 2025 • 1h 25min
Katy Perry Was Our Teenage Dream
Before TikTok trends and AI pop stars, there was Katy Perry, our Teenage Dream in a technicolor fever dream. In this episode, we take a glitter-drenched walk down memory lane to revisit the era of blue wigs, all her famous juicy relationships, whipped cream cannons, and that unforgettable Taylor Swift drama. Was it camp? Was it chaos? Was it genius? We’re unpacking the legacy of one of pop’s most delightfully bizarre icons, and wondering how we ever survived the 2010s without questioning the cupcake bra.
Created and produced by Claire Donald & Tess Bellomo
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Apr 28, 2025 • 44min
From Side Piece to Duchess: Wallis Simpson
WALLIS SIMPSON PREVIEW: Twice divorced, fiercely charming, and unapologetically herself, Wallis didn’t just turn heads, she turned the course of British history. From American debutante balls to the glittering circles of high British society, she made her way to the top (and into the heart of a king). Prince Edward became utterly obsessed with her quick wit and razor-sharp style, and before long, he gave up the crown for love...whether she wanted him to or not.Was she a social climber? A scapegoat? Or just a woman who didn’t play by the rules? Let’s get into it.To listen to our full episode on Wallis Simpson, join our premium channel at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo For more on RAM, go hereIf you want THREE bonus eps a month for $7.99, go here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 21, 2025 • 1h 24min
Redefining Meghan Markle
In this episode, we’re unpacking Meghan Markle—yes, the Duchess of Sussex—as a modern feminist figure. From speaking out on women’s rights long before she joined the royal family, to pushing back against outdated expectations and relentless media scrutiny, Meghan’s journey has been anything but ordinary.We talk about why she deserves more credit, how her story highlights bigger issues around race, gender, and power, and why it's time we start seeing her in a different light. Love her or not sure what to think? This episode’s for you.TW: This episode contains a conversation around suicide.Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire DonaldFor more on RAM, go hereIf you want THREE bonus eps a month for $7.99, go here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices