Ringer Dish

The hosts celebrate J.Lo’s birthday with humorous takes on social media trends. They dive into the absurdity of a protein candy bar and critique its misleading branding. Gossip flows as they discuss shocking celebrity pairings, including Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas. The discussion turns serious when examining Sydney Sweeney’s controversial ad campaign and its cultural implications. The camaraderie is palpable as they navigate the complexities of celebrity culture and pop trends with playful commentary.

In this lively discussion, cultural grifter Yasi Salek joins Amanda to unpack the latest celebrity buzz. They chat about the backlash against Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle ad and its implications. Tom Cruise's rumored romance with Ana de Armas at an Oasis concert adds intrigue, while the Beckham family feud continues to unfold. The duo also reflects on a surprising dinner between Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau, and share their thoughts on workout playlists, blending humor with fitness motivation.

This week Amanda is joined by a very special guest, co-worker and friend Sean Fennessey, to discuss all the hot topics of this week, featuring the Coldplay kiss cam scandal (3:28), Meghan updates of course (13:31), Charli XCX’s wedding (26:15), and more. The two also do a deep dive into this summer’s top movies and their press tours, including 'Mission Impossible', 'Materialists', 'Superman', 'Smurfs', 'Fantastic Four', and more (38:14)! Host: Amanda DobbinsGuest: Sean FennesseyProducer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into the exciting world of pop culture as the hosts celebrate Leo season with Jennifer Lopez's birthday anthem. Explore the viral affair at a Coldplay concert that’s become the talk of the town. They also unpack juicy insights from Gwyneth Paltrow's upcoming biography, filled with reflections on her celebrity life. The conversation wraps up with nostalgic tidbits from classic movies and personal obsessions, mixing humor with a sprinkle of gossip. Perfect for fans of entertainment and summer fun!

This week, Van Lathan, a cultural commentator known for his sharp takes on celebrities, joins Amanda for an engaging deep dive into the biggest celebrity stories of the year. They kick things off with a fun chat about skincare routines and the importance of sunscreen. Then, they tackle hot topics like the implications of Justin Bieber’s latest album, the stir around Katy Perry’s fame, and the glitz of Jeff Bezos's wedding. Plus, Van shares his candid thoughts on Meghan Markle, wrapping it all up with humor and keen insights into celebrity culture.

Sophia Benoit, a pop culture enthusiast and frequent guest co-host, dives into the wild world of celebrity relationships and glitzy press tours. They discuss the playful chaos of summer cuffing season, highlighting nepo-babies and celebrity dynamics. From JoJo Siwa's impressive musical evolution to hilarious headlines like Denise Richards' jaw-dropping food bill, the conversation is packed with wit. Sophia also shares an update from the 'Bachelor' universe, dripping with juicy insights and fun commentary on the absurdities of fame.

Kate Halliwell, a Ringer colleague, joins to explore the dazzling world of celebrity culture. They discuss the latest yacht season sightings and the quirks of Amanda's jam order. The conversation shifts to Sofia Coppola's extravagant Paris ball and the romantic buzz from Wimbledon, where a new couple made waves. With humor and insight, they unpack the glamorous yet complicated lives of celebrities, revealing the hidden truths behind their picture-perfect moments.

We’re celebrating the halfway mark of 2025 with some mid-year awards for our favorite and most fascinating pop culture stories and internet creatures. Welcome to The Obsessies! Check out our Instagram @wereobsessedpod to fill out a ballot of your own and email us at wereobsessedpod@gmail.com to tell us what we got right and wrong and what we missed. Hosts: Jodi Walker and Nora Princiotti Producers: Sasha Ashall and Belle Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Amanda brings back Yasi Salek to discuss the wedding of the past two weeks, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s European wedding! The ladies discuss their thoughts on who was there, outfits, and all the online talks. Toward the end they hit a few quick news stories, including Saint Kardashian hacking Kim’s phone (36:49), LeAnn Rimes’s teeth falling out mid-performance (40:10) and Yasi’s Europe trip. Host: Amanda DobbinsGuest: Yasi SalekProducer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been a cursed and chaotic week! Jodi and Nora first gag over Jodi’s surprise visit to Washington, D.C., to crash Nora’s book signing (1:00) and talk about the cursed weather they experienced there, which has been described with the catchy term “wet bulb” (10:17). Then, as a palate cleanser, they gush over some earnest culture from this week, including the ever-entertaining 2025 Jimmy Awards (19:07) and Pedro Pascal’s adorable and heart-melting Vanity Fair cover story (27:17). Finally, they go through four very cursed cultural phenomena: Diet Coke as fridge cigarettes (42:17), Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s yacht foam party (55:04), Aaron Rodgers’s new wife who still hasn’t been seen in public (1:00:00), and Labubus (1:07:54). Last, but certainly not least, Nora and Jodi are back with some personal obsessions this week (1:18:52). Email us with your latest obsessions at wereobsessedpod@gmail.com! Hosts: Jodi Walker and Nora Princiotti Producers: Sasha Ashall and Belle Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices