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In our first in-person Housewife interview, we got the chance to chat and gossip with The Real Housewife of Potomac, Candiace Dillard Bassett. We talk about how she found our podcast and why she thinks it resonates with so many women (which...we can die happy now.) Then we discuss her music career, creative influences from childhood, what going on tour and a tour bus is really like, and finally talked all things Housewives and even exclusive tea from this season! And yes, we did get a chance to ask her the fan questions you wrote in!Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodesFollow Candiace on Instagram at @therealcandiaceGet tickets to the Deep Space tour HERE!CANDIACE is a singer, songwriter, actress, entrepreneur, personality, and philanthropist, Candiace Dillard Bassett shines as brightly as possible in each respective lane. Racking up millions of streams and views on her solo music, appearing in films for BET and NETFLIX, running various businesses, and entertaining audiences on BRAVO’s The Real Housewives of Potomac, she consistently turns heads and inspires witheverything she does. Music has always remained close to her heart. She landed a deal with MNRK and unveiled her full-length debut Deep Space in 2021. Top 25 on the Billboard Current R&B Albums Chart, with Anita Baker and Toni Braxton both professing their fandom. Upcoming, she will be releasing her newest single off her Deep Space Deluxe album called "Fine Whine" which is set to be played in the new Noah's Arc film airing on MTV. Candiace is currently on tour performing around the country and we will be expecting new music next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In our last episode of back to school month, Tess takes us through the origins of Greek life and how sororities came to be. We go all the way back to the 1800s and discuss where women fit into higher education and the fear that egnitted in our country. Then, we go through the turn of the century, honoring Black women in higher education, and finally into the 60s/70s to modern day Greek life and dissect and critique the system, going over the many problematic traditions such as hazing and the double standard of fraternity brothers vs sorority sisters. Of many stories along the way of Tess's own experience as a Delta Zeta over ten years ago. Spoiler: she got in trouble for talking a lot. Enjoy this episode and let's pretend we are doing a secret hand shake right now.TW, SA: We cannot dive into the history of Greek life without talking about sexual assault on campus.National Sexual Assault HotlineHours: Available 24 hours 1-800-656-4673Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this rerelease of the 10th episode of RAM Claire investigates one of the biggest U.S. political scandals: Watergate. From Nixon's paranoia about the Pentagon Papers to the attempted break-in at the Watergate Building… and various other failed cover-ups… this is Watergate.Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess BellomoFollow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore the story behind Stockholm Syndrome and its application to abusive situations. Delve into the psychology behind this perplexing phenomenon. Discuss a violent bank robbery in Sweden in the 70s and the reactions of the hostages. Analyze the complexity of Stockholm Syndrome and its various tactics. Reflect on real-life cases and how our brains respond to trauma.

Famous playwright from the Globe in London, William Shakespeare, joins the hosts to discuss the history of theater, gender norms, and the iconic Globe Theater. They also reflect on their experience with Shakespeare monologues and express their love for theater kids.

In this week's episode, Claire shares the inspirational yet tragic story of the Queen of Tejano, Selena Quintanilla. From breaking down barriers in a male-dominated music genre to creating her own fashion line, she became the most prominent Mexican American singer and a cultural icon.Created and produced by: Claire Donald & Tess BellomoFollow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodesGet Girl Code at Target or at playgirlcode.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week dive into the incredible journey of the empowering, and fiercely unapologetic trio, The Chicks. Not only did these three shatter barriers and challenged norms in the male-dominated music industry, they showed resilience, innovation, and taught young woman to not back down! Prepare to ignite your feminine rage, this is... The Chicks!!Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire DonaldFollow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ Watch on Youtube at https://youtu.be/QMDtZgDDyVoSources: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2021/09/9-11-when-pop-culture-went-into-patriotic-overdrive/, https://abcnews.go.com/US/20-years-911-islamophobia-continues-haunt-muslims/story?id=79732049, https://www.vulture.com/2020/07/the-chicks-career-history-timeline.html, https://www.texasmonthly.com/arts-entertainment/chicks-in-the-wilderness/ https://www.cmt.com/news/vi3iev/nashville-skyline-shut-up-and-sing, You’re wrong about Pod, Shut Up and Sing DocumentaryJoin Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Tess takes the mic to share the legacy of queen, Whitney Houston. From the early years of breaking all time records to her tumultuous relationship with Bobby Brown and the press, we talk through her heartbreaking, yet iconic journey as one of the most famous pop stars and divas of our time. This is Whitney. This episode contains accounts of sexual assault, violence, and substance abuse. Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo.Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In our first episode of Women in Music Month, we listened to the fans and are giving you the history of Cher. From her tumultuous childhood with her struggling actress mother, to her early years of producing her own work even in middle school, we talk about the Sonny of it all, her infamous belly button, the acting career, and of course, her hatred for most men in this world. Cher is queen, icon, and legend and we couldn't be more excited to give people an insight into her (autotune) and legacy! "Mom, I AM a rich man!" -CherCreated and produced by: Claire Donald and Tess BellomoFollow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠Join Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You asked for it, begged for it really, so we're giving it to ya. In our final episode of Sport's Month, we're wrapping it up with the trial of the century, The OJ Simpson Trial. We uncover the jaw-dropping twists and turns, from the "white Bronco chase" that had the nation glued to their screens to the gripping courtroom drama that spanned for eleven months. This is the trial of the century.This episode contains graphic content.Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire DonaldFollow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠@Rightanswersmostly⁠⁠⁠ Watch on Youtube at https://youtu.be/QMDtZgDDyVoJoin Premium at https://rightanswersmostly.supportingcast.fm/ for $7.99/month for two bonus episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices