

Right Answers Mostly
Claire Donald & Tess Bellomo
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!
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Jun 3, 2024 • 1h 20min
The Donner Party, Cannibalism is Scary.
In our RE-RELEASE, Claire takes us to a journey out West with the infamous Donner Party. Due to unfortunate mishaps and delays, what started as a hopeful journey on the Oregon Trail quickly turns into a story of starvation, murder and, you know it, Canniblism. Grab your wagon and oxen and join us! This is The Donner Party.Plan your trip on The Oregon Trail!: https://cmhuddleston.com/uploads/3/5/8/9/35892337/greg_4_lesson_plans.pdfCreated 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

May 27, 2024 • 1h 15min
The History of Tess & Claire (Ask Us Anything!)
In our last episode before a few weeks of summer break, we are back answering all your fan questions with one of our favorite types of Episodes, ASK US ANYTHING! We answer everything from advice about friendship and romantic breakups, to skin care routine, to funny high school stories, to just gabbing about our most epic nights out, favorite cocktails, and go to snacks. Enjoy! We will be back with a brand new episode June 24th! In the meantime, please subscribe to our premium channel with more episodes! Thank you for having us Spotify Studios!Created and produced by Tess Bellomo & Claire DonaldGo here for more RAMIf you are interested in two bonus eps a month, join our premium subscription where we get more personal, spill the tea, add you to our close friends list on instagram, and you get discounted merch and the first to know about announcements! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 13, 2024 • 1h 18min
The party girl of our dreams, Clara Bow
You look like...CLARA BOW!The Swifties have asked for it and we delivered. Join us as we dive into the legacy of the original "It Girl," Clara Bow. From her humble beginnings in Brooklyn to becoming Hollywood's first sex symbol and her groundbreaking career in silent cinema, Clara's journey is full of resilience, talent, turbulent relationships and the pursuit of fame. THIS IS CLARA BOWTrigger warning: SAAs always, check us out us here to see our social media accounts, merch, event updates, and our premium subscription for $7.99 per month for TWO bonus episodes!Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 6, 2024 • 48min
Where does the term MILF come from?
We have a special guest on, Jessica Bennett, a NY Times Author and NYU Professor, and host of the podcast In Retrospect, to take us through the origins of the term "The MILF" (Mom I'd like to F*ck)We discuss the cultural impact of the MILF, include how the DILF is related, the difference between the MILF and the Cougar, reclaiming sexist language, the WORD of the year, and of course many high school memories tangents. Linguistics are hot!Please follow Jessica here and listen to her podcast! It is very RAM coded.As always, check us out us here to see our social media accounts, merch, event updates, and our premium subscription for $7.99 per month for TWO bonus episodes!Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 2024 • 37min
WE INTERVIEWED SARAH MCLACHLAN
A PINCH US MOMENT for Right Answers Mostly, we got the honor to talk to the iconic Sarah McLachlan, who has been a constant and powerful pioneer for female singer/songwriters and continues to champion for musicians today. We got to ask Sarah all about the experience and legacy of Lilith Fair, challenges she has faced in the music industry, what she is working on now, and re-visiting her Fumbling Towards Ecstasy Album for a BRAND new tour 30 years later. She was an absolute delight and we are more than honored we got to meet her!Make sure to follow Sarah @officialsarahmclachlan, and get tickets to her Fumbling Towards Ecstasy 30th Anniversary Tour HERECreated and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald.Go here for more on RAM, our premium subscription with two bonus episodes a month, merch, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 22, 2024 • 1h 4min
Grace Kelly w/ JAKE SHANE!!
Jake Shane (PASS THE PUSS) joins us to recount the glamorous and beautiful life of actress and Princess, Grace Kelly. We discuss her affluent childhood and teenage years, her early modeling and theater career, to becoming the Oscar winning beloved actress and then of course, Princess of Monaco. You know we spill all the tea about what we really think of Prince Rainier and then sadly discuss her death and some conspiracy theories surrounding her infamous car crash.Tangents include mostly Taylor Swift and her new album. Many, many times.Jake Shane is a comedian and digital superstar who, at just 23 years old, has amassed more than 3 million followers across social platforms and launched multiple successful merchandise lines. Dubbed “the guy everyone on the Internet wants to be best friends with” by Elite Daily, Shane has become the leading voice in a new generation of entertainers, resulting in collaborations with Sofia Richie, Alix Earle, Olivia Rodrigo, and the Jonas Brothers, among others. Just this month, Shane launched his video podcast, “Therapuss with Jake Shane,” in which the show has garnered more than 1 million views on YouTube alone. Beyond his comedic and entrepreneurial endeavors, Shane is dedicated to speaking candidly about his OCD and anxiety diagnoses in an effort to make these subjects more relatable for young people. Follow Jake on instagram and Tiktok and make sure to listen to his hilarious podcast here.Created and Produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald.For RAM's premium subscription, merch, social media accounts and more, check it out HERE.Thank you Spotify for having us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 14min
Cleopatra Was The First It Girl
In a special guest episode we have Queens co-host, Katy come on to talk about the iconic Cleopatra and boy were we completely mesmerized and impressed by this woman and bass ass. Katy takes us through her childhood, her reign, love life, and party days to her death that has been quite controversial throughout history.Make sure to follow Queens here for more things history and gossip.Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald.Follow us here for our socials, merchandize, event announcements, tour tickets, premium subscription and more.With our premium subscription, you get two bonus episodes a month for $7.99! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 1, 2024 • 46min
The Chippendales Murders
In this week's episode, Tess takes us through the origin of the infamous Chippendales franchise and how in a strange turn of events, the company became known for internal employee murders by the founder himself, Steve Banjeree. Buckle up for this Los Angeles and New York fever dream and let's go back to the 1980s.Also...Happy APRIL FOOLS. ;)Follow us here for social media accounts, merchandise, event updates, and our premium subscription service! $7.99 per month to support the podcast and receive TWO bonus episodes a month where to chat celebrity gossip, personal lives, and spill all the tea.A special thank you to Spotify Studios for having us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 2024 • 1h 15min
Queen Elizabeth I and Her V Card
Exploring Queen Elizabeth I's life and reign, from her upbringing to her reign as one of England's notable monarchs. Discussing sister fights, wars, and her role as the Virgin Queen. Delving into her legacy, struggles with patriarchal obstacles, and the turbulent succession following Edward's death. Highlighting her rivalry with Mary Queen of Scots, involvement in the slave trade, personal details, and strategic wartime leadership against the Spanish armada.

Mar 18, 2024 • 1h 9min
Kate Middleton and Conspiracies You've Never Heard Of
In this weeks episode we have friend of the pod, Quinn XCII, back to talk all things conspiracy theories. From bizarre Disney tales, to what the hell is going on with Boeing planes, and of course concluding with the complete Kate Middleton timeline. Buckle. Up. Buttercups.Conspiracy theories time marks:3:45 Walt Disney Frozen 14:37 Disappearance of Herold Holt 24:34 Kate Middleton Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess BellomoFollow Quinn XCII for music and tour updates!Follow us on socials, join our Premium and more HERE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices