Pop Apologists

Lauren and Chan chat about recent life updates, including Lauren’s celebrity sighting in New York City and Chan’s engagement photo conundrum. The gals discuss their theory on what is going on with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce and unpack some of the rumors that have been circulating. They touch on Meghan Markle’s recent event appearance and the negative spin some creators take with Meghan content. They also discuss Lana Del Rey's recent marriage to Jeremy Dufrene. Lauren and Chan dive into the recent breakup between Kristin Cavallari and Mark Estes and what project has been fast tracked as a result. The gals discuss another couple that may be headed toward a split– Kanye West and Bianca Censori. Finally, they dive into all things Diddy, including a few dark theories, his mother’s statement, and which celebrities are likely sweating big time over Diddy’s arrest. ​​Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. 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 are taking a trip down memory lane and sharing exactly how Pop Apologists came to be. The gals talk about the earliest days of the podcast, the day the podcast left the airwaves, and what finally brought Pop Apologists back to the podcast world. They go into detail about some of the most famous Pop Apologists and family lore (Their stint as child activists! Nordstrom ribbon cuttings!) and share more about each member of the Bledsoe family. Finally, Lauren and Chan share more about their lives and careers. ​​ Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. 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 have their beloved brother-in-law Wyatt Grow join the podcast to answer listener questions and share some wisdom. Wyatt and the gals answer the following: How to get my boyfriend to propose? How does he feel about Courtney's spending? What he wishes he knew before having children? How did you know you were ready to have kids? Which Bledsoe sister would he want to be stranded with on a desert island? What would he do if he was president for the day? How would he handle dividing up the fictional Bledsoe estate? Which Bledsoe sister would he ask to help bury a body? How to show up in a marriage when you're feeling tired and stressed? What should you be looking for in a partner? How to handle mood swings with a male partner? What is his favorite thing about being married into the Bledsoe family? ​​Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! Click here to try EarlyBird CBD/THC gummies and use code POPAPOLOGISTS20 for 20% off.  To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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 are joined by special guest Indy Blue to chat about all things related to "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." The gals dive into the complicated dynamics of not just the women on the show, but how the show relates specifically to Utah Mormon culture and what it looks like to be Mormon in today's world. They look at the relationships between the women and their husbands, the perception of the level of sinning, the issues the women on the show face as a result of being raised in a religious patriarchal society, and the real impact of MomTok.  ​​Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! Click here to try EarlyBird CBD/THC gummies and use code POPAPOLOGISTS20 for 20% off.  To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains graphic details concerning the death of Laci and Conner Peterson. In a two part series, Lauren and Chan are diving into the disappearance of Laci Peterson, a California woman who went missing on Christmas Eve 2002 when she was 8 months pregnant. Her husband Scott Peterson was convicted of her murder in 2004, but there are remaining questions that have some people wondering if it is possible that Scott did not actually kill Laci and their unborn baby, Conner. In part two of this two part series, the gals discuss Scott Peterson's continuous lies about his affair with Amber Frey, the discovery of Laci and Conner's bodies,  Scott's arrest and trial, and Scott's efforts to prove his innocence. Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! Click here to try EarlyBird CBD/THC gummies and use code POPAPOLOGISTS20 for 20% off.  To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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.

In a two part series, Lauren and Chan are diving into the disappearance of Laci Peterson, a California woman who went missing on Christmas Eve 2002 when she was 8 months pregnant. Her husband Scott Peterson was convicted of her murder in 2004, but there are remaining questions that have some people wondering if it is possible that Scott did not actually kill Laci and their unborn baby.  In part one of this two part series, the gals discuss the events leading up to Laci's disappearance, Scott's alleged activities of Christmas Eve 2002, the investigation into Laci's disappearance, and the bombshell information that showed the public that Scott Peterson wasn't the devoted husband people thought he was. Continue listening to part two and hear more about the investigation, discovery of Laci and Conner, Scott's trial, and his efforts to prove his innocence.  Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! Click here to try EarlyBird CBD/THC gummies and use code POPAPOLOGISTS20 for 20% off.  To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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 are diving into all the drama surrounding Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, and the movie It Ends With Us. The gals give their take on Meghan Markle's recent visit to Colombia, where she surprised everyone with her Spanish speaking skills. They also discussed what could have been if the British royal family and media had embraced Meghan's strengths, rather than take issue with her from the start. Lauren and Chan discuss the terrifying story of Mike Lynch's superyacht capsizing off the coast of Sicily. Finally, the gals discuss the five members of the ketamine ring who are being charged in connection to Matthew Perry's death.  Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! Click here to try EarlyBird CBD/THC gummies and use code POPAPOLOGISTS20 for 20% off.  To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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 give some life updates, including Lauren's upcoming travel conundrum and Chan's dream birthday gift. The gals dive into Gywneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk potentially having some trouble in their Montecito paradise and the tabloid article that had a surprising amount of insight. They take a look at another pair who may be consciously uncoupling, Sara Foster and longtime partner Tommy Haas, and why marriage was never in the cards for them. Lauren and Chan talk about the video where Travis Kelce mentions "The Taylor Swift Effect" and why Travis really is the perfect partner for Taylor. Finally, the gals chat about Harry and Meghan's recent launch of The Parents' Network and why it is important to take a balanced approach with Meghan Markle.  Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! Click here to try EarlyBird CBD/THC gummies and use code POPAPOLOGISTS20 for 20% off.  To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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 are joined by Dana Omari-Harrell from @igfamousbydana to dive into the beauty practices, products, and trends that have listeners wondering whether they are legit or just scams. They chat about the creators on Instagram who are claiming to transform your face through facia massage and facial HIIT training. The gals discuss the beauty device that both Chanler and Dana love and why it actually works. Dana shares her thoughts on microneedling at home vs. a med spa. Finally, the gals dive into which procedure Dana hates and her opinion on popular trends such as Morpheus8, buccal fat removal, and Sculptra.  Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! Click here to try EarlyBird CBD/THC gummies and use code POPAPOLOGISTS20 for 20% off.  To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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 chat about the $600 million wedding spectacle seen 'round the world and consider why bigger doesn't always mean better. The gals discuss American Riviera Orchard and the super luxe brand Flamingo Estate, where Meghan Markle seemingly gathered a great deal of inspiration. They then dive into why Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial was dismissed and what they are really looking forward to watching from the Baldwins. Lauren and Chan take a look at Katy Perry's new song and music video and give their take on why Katy's satirical attempt at female empowerment has fallen flat. Finally, the gals discuss the RHOC premiere, which has given them all the elements they have been waiting for in a great Housewives episode.  Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! Go to EarlyBirdCBD.com  to get our favorite CBD/THC gummies and use code POPAPOLOGISTS20 for 20% off. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/stunning today and get 10% off your first month.  To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! 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.