Pop Apologists

The gals are so excited to have Victoria from J. Brooks Jewelers joining the podcast today to talk about all things fine jewelry. Listen and learn, because Victoria knows exactly what to look for in a fine jewelry purchase and has her finger on the pulse of all things trending in jewelry right now. Today we cover: The real difference between a high quality jeweler compared to online low priced retailers The reasons why a jewelry piece online might be priced much lower than similar items... it's not always because you're getting a great deal Victoria walks Lauren and Chan through exactly what people should be looking for in a diamond and what will start altering the visual quality of their piece Why J. Brooks Jewelers are so particular about the cut of a diamond Engagement ring trends: Lab grown vs. natural diamonds Instagram giving everyone diamond dysmorphia  The difference between natural diamonds, lab grown diamonds, and moissanite The cash vs. trade resale value on diamonds The best non-engagement ring investment piece someone can buy The best watch brands that hold their value All about the J. Brooks Bridal Collection The difference between gold, gold plated, and gold vermeil The investment value of quality jewelry pieces over quantity The history of the Chan chain necklace The history behind J. Brooks jewelers 2023 fine jewelry trends J. Brooks and Pop Apologists have partnered up for a fantastic giveaway! One winner will receive $1,000 to spend at J. Brooks! Listen to the episode and head to our Instagram account for all the details. This episode is brought to you by J Brooks Jewelers and Pop Apologists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A nostalgia ep! In honor of Mother's Day, we are chatting all the lessons Deb taught us as kids growing up. But before we dig into Lessons from the Book of Deb, we cover some hot topics in pop culture including swirling rumors that Joe cheated on Taylor, Scandoval updates, and Harry & Meghan having dinner with Gwyneth Paltrow & Brad Falchuck. MERCH IS HERE! Click here to check out our limited drop of Work Soft hoodies and hats. Get yours before they're gone! To support the show on Patreon and access our 100+ bonus episodes, including our Royal's Deep Dive, click here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join us today as we do a deep dive into the horrific case of Lori Vallow, who is currently on trial in Idaho for the murder of her two children, JJ and Tylee and conspiracy to commit murder of her husband Chad Daybell's first wife, Tammy Daybell.  We discuss how this seemingly typical mother of three became entangled in religious extremism and end of days fringe groups, which led to delusions of being an exalted being who is tasked with removing the dark spirits that have taken over bodies of loved ones, and leading the 144,000 to the second coming. TW: This episode discussed the gruesome details of murder, specifically the murder of children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We discuss Sophia Richie's wedding, the leaked letter from Meghan Markle and King Charles, Taylor Swift papped 3x in NYC, Blake Lively's lack of a stylist and our, The Great Unfollowing (TM Chanler Bledsoe), VPR, & Savannah Chrisley's troublesome Southwest flight. To support the show on Patreon and access our 100+ bonus episodes, including our Royal's Deep Dive, click here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week the gals catch up with some of pop culture's hot topics: Coachella: where people wait two hours for gross nachos and you can't find a port-a-potty anywhere. Megan King helped Lauren's Coachella FOMO evaporate with an all to real account of the hellscape that is a music festival.  Princess Kate's "deep regret" and the real reason why Meghan isn't attending the King's coronation next month.  Kravis's wedding special on Hulu, which had some highs (gorgeous photos and a fantastic yacht) and some lows (impersonal toasts "You guys are the best" and MGK's performance). Why Leonardo DiCaprio needs to pick a lane: Is he saving the environment with Greta Thunburg or rocking a gold chain at Coachella? To support the show on Patreon and access our 100+ bonus episodes, including our Royal's Deep Dive, click here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we sit down with our beloved sister, Courtney, to chat about the importance of maintaining a sense of self and identity while raising kids. Courtney shares her fertility journey and the wisdom she wishes she had had during her years struggling to get pregnant and then white-knuckling through her three pregnancies. We chat the importance of putting energy into your relationship with your partner while raising young children and how clear priorities can help set a foundation of peace in the home. Next week we will be back with part two of our conversation on all things bouncing back after giving birth, fitness, and nutrition. To support the show on Patreon and access our 100+ bonus episodes, including our Royal's Deep Dive, click here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You absolutely NEED to listen to this episode if you ever book a vacation. We cover: Why would someone book a vacation with a travel advisor rather than booking online themselves? What to look for when planning an African safari  Where to get the best bang for your buck Whether it's a good time to travel to Asia, as well as which countries have lesser known experiences Luxury all-inclusive resorts The best timeline for booking a hotel How to plan a trip to Europe, especially Italy, when the prices are higher than they have ever been Distinctions between Belmond, Aman, and Auberge properties Lesser known luxury vacation options and experiences Finding good deals in Greece Options for families who are traveling on a budget To support the show on Patreon and access our 100+ bonus episodes, including our Royal's Deep Dive, click here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lauren and Chan talk about Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, Vanderpump Rules updates, The Crown season 6, horrific true crime stories, the lawsuit against Gwyneth, and Lauren's travels to Guana Island. To support the show on Patreon and access our 100+ bonus episodes, including our Royal's Deep Dive, click here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Uncovering everything that has come to light in the past 48 hours about the cheating scandal that has rocked the nation. We discuss key insights from Stassi Shroeder's podcast as well as Kristen Doute's most recent episode. Finally, we chat Lisa's appearance on WWHL and other rumors swirling around the VPR dark web. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A full deep dive on the VPR scandal that has shaken the nation to its core followed up by a break down of The People & Selena Gomez vs. Hailey Bieber. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.