

Through the Drama with Chris & Lauren
Merit Street Media
Longtime Bachelor host Chris Harrison and his wife, entertainment reporter Lauren Zima, dive into candid conversations with hot takes on the stories that matter most to America on their real, unfiltered, on-camera podcast show. Tune in weekdays! Airing five days a week, this televised podcast offers a fresh, positive spin on trending entertainment news and lifestyle stories, from the celebrity chaos on the coasts to the issues that matter most in middle America. With their signature blend of humor and heart, Chris and Lauren deliver an entertaining break from the mania of the world—bringing you the drama, minus the stress. Whether you're keeping up with Hollywood headlines or diving into relatable, everyday topics, take on your day with “Through the Drama with Chris & Lauren”.
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May 20, 2025 • 22min
Biden Bombshells and Bad Habits | Through the Drama with Chris & Lauren
 Chris Harrison and Lauren Zima unpack a political bombshell as news breaks of former President Joe Biden’s aggressive cancer diagnosis. The duo draws comparisons to Watergate and TV dramas like The West Wing, questioning how real life seems to mirror scripted political thrillers. Is this a cover-up or just another twist in America’s ongoing drama?  
Longtime Bachelor host Chris Harrison and his wife, Longtime Entertainment Tonight reporter Lauren Zima dive into candid conversations, hot takes, and stories that matter to America in their unfiltered, on-camera podcast.  

May 19, 2025 • 22min
Loni Coombs Breaks Down Explosive Diddy Testimony | Through the Drama with Chris & Lauren
 Legal analyst Loni Coombs of MeritTV joins Chris and Lauren to break down the latest developments in the explosive testimony surrounding the Diddy case. From courtroom strategy to potential outcomes, Loni offers expert insight into what’s unfolding and what it means moving forward. Plus, Chris and Lauren share a few personal updates from a packed week. Longtime Bachelor host Chris Harrison and his wife, Longtime Entertainment Tonight reporter Lauren Zima dive into candid conversations, hot takes, and stories that matter to America in their unfiltered, on-camera podcast. 

May 16, 2025 • 22min
Dr. Daniel Amen on Brain Health and Booze: A Wake-Up Call | Through the Drama
 Chris and Lauren open up about their drinking habits in Austin’s nonstop social scene—and bring in renowned psychiatrist and brain health expert Dr. Daniel G. Amen for perspective. From red wine at galas to happy hour cocktails, they ask the hard question: is daily drinking hurting our brains? Dr. Amen doesn’t hold back. This honest conversation blends real life, neuroscience, and a serious rethink on what “normal” drinking looks like in today’s culture.
Longtime Bachelor host Chris Harrison and his wife, Longtime Entertainment Tonight reporter Lauren Zima dive into candid conversations, hot takes, and stories that matter to America in their unfiltered, on-camera podcast. 

May 15, 2025 • 22min
Are We Failing Young Athletes? Taylor Twellman Gets Real
 Chris and Lauren interview former US soccer star and ESPN analyst Taylor Twellman to unpack the pressures young athletes face—from relentless training to parental expectations. A must-watch for anyone raising or coaching the next generation.
 

May 14, 2025 • 22min
Fashion, Hollywood, Golf, and Tom Cruise - Through the Drama with Chris and Lauren
 Longtime Bachelor host Chris Harrison and his wife, Longtime Entertainment Tonight reporter Lauren Zima dive into candid conversations, hot takes, and stories that matter to America in their unfiltered, on-camera podcast.
 

May 13, 2025 • 22min
P Diddy’s Legal Troubles - Through the Drama with Chris and Lauren
 Longtime Bachelor host Chris Harrison and his wife, Longtime Entertainment Tonight reporter Lauren Zima dive into candid conversations, hot takes, and stories that matter to America in their unfiltered, on-camera podcast. 

May 12, 2025 • 22min
Bill Belichick's 49 YEAR Age Gap - Through the Drama with Chris & Lauren
 Longtime Bachelor host Chris Harrison and his wife, Longtime Entertainment Tonight reporter Lauren Zima dive into candid conversations, hot takes, and stories that matter to America in their unfiltered, on-camera podcast. 

May 9, 2025 • 15sec
Through the Drama with Chris Harrison and Lauren Zima
 Former Bachelor host Chris Harrison and his wife, former Entertainment Tonight reporter Lauren Zima dive into candid conversations, hot takes, and stories that matter to America in their unfiltered, on-camera podcast.
 


