

FluentlyForward
CAKE MEDIA
Welcome to FluentlyForward (Fluently Forward) the podcast hosted by Shannon McNamara where we dive into the world of celebrity gossip, blind items, and fun theories. If you're looking for juicy details and inside information on your favorite stars and the scandals they're involved in, then you're in the right place! Each episode, we'll be discussing the latest trending topics in the entertainment industry, from celebrity breakups and makeups to the latest news. But we won't just be regurgitating the same old stories you've heard before - we'll be bringing you speculation, insider information and exclusive details that you won't find anywhere else.
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Nov 3, 2025 • 1h 18min
Exploring Lily Allen’s New Album & Open Relationships in Hollywood
This week we’re getting into Lily Allen’s new album West End Girl - a brutally honest look at fame, motherhood, resentment, and the messiness of a Hollywood open relationship. We’ll break down the hidden (and not so hidden) meanings in her lyrics, talk about what she’s said publicly about open relationships, and then we’ll look at Hollywood in general to see which open relationships among celebrities we know about, and which are rumored.
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REGRETTING YOU is a story of growth, resilience, and self-discovery in the aftermath of tragedy, also starring Dave Franco and Mason Thames with Scott Eastwood and Willa Fitzgerald, in theatres this October.

Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 1min
The Celebrity Bot Epidemic: How Stars Are Faking Popularity Online
This week we’re diving into The Celebrity Bot Epidemic. From armies of anonymous accounts defending Justin Timberlake and Jonah Hill’s reputations to suspicious streaming spikes for Sabrina Carpenter on Spotify, we’re looking into how bots are quietly shaping fame itself. We’ll explore how celebrities use digital defenders to rewrite their narratives, inflate their numbers, and even defame rivals in court cases.
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REGRETTING YOU is a story of growth, resilience, and self-discovery in the aftermath of tragedy, also starring Dave Franco and Mason Thames with Scott Eastwood and Willa Fitzgerald, in theatres this October.

Oct 20, 2025 • 56min
Deep Dive: Tate McRae (her confidence at age 22, breakup with The Kid Laroi, and more)
This week we’re talking all things Tate McRae - the dancer turned pop star. We get into how she got her start (the So You Think You Can Dance era), how she built her confidence along the way, and the internet-fueled romance and breakup with The Kid Laroi that has everyone curious (and hungry for more diss tracks).
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Oct 17, 2025 • 38min
Fluently Fixed - Being Defensive, Ending a Meh Relationship, Friends Micro Influencing and more
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Oct 13, 2025 • 50min
Mini Conspiracies That Might Be Real: The Lottery, PETA, Burning Man and more
In this episode, we dive into a handful of smaller but fascinating conspiracy theories - some that make you tilt your head and go, wait… what if that’s true? and others that make you go is Shannon doing okay right now? From the idea that the lottery is secretly used to catch time travelers, to rumors that PETA might be controlled opposition, to whether dandruff shampoo is designed to make your dandruff worse...we're joking and joshing on today's episode!
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Oct 7, 2025 • 1h 31min
Bitchin' about The Life of a Showgirl feat. Final Girls Club
Today I'm joined by the insightful and hilarious Emily and Sammy from Final Girls Club (an amazing new podcast) to discuss our thoughts and feelings on Taylor Swift's latest album - The Life of a Showgirl. Together we mourn the Folklore era and ponder why the lyrics of this album seem to venture in such a different direction from typical Taylor Swift albums, among many other topics!
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Oct 2, 2025 • 49min
Taylor Swift State of the Union (Keleigh Teller Friendship, Performance Art Theory, Jack Antonoff and more)
On the eve of her 12th Studio Album "The Life of a Showgirl" let's do a little Taylor Swift State of the Union on some open questions you guys asked on Instagram! From her friendship with Keleigh Teller, to the latest theory of her participating in a LONG performance art piece about her life, to the rumors of a riff with Jack Antonoff, and more!
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Sep 29, 2025 • 1h 19min
Deep Dive: Doja Cat (her talent, scandals, and how both led to her dating Joseph Quinn)
Doja Cat has never been one to play it safe - from viral hits and undeniable talent to the scandals that keep her in headlines. In this deep dive, we trace her rise from internet rapper to Grammy-winning superstar, unpack the controversies that shaped her public image, and look at how both her artistry and her chaos paved the way for her unexpected connection with Stranger Things actor Joseph Quinn.
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Sep 22, 2025 • 52min
Deep Dive: Gracie Abrams (Paul Mescal relationship, "Lacey" rumors, nepo baby status and more)
Today we’re unpacking the world of Gracie Abrams - the indie-pop darling with a famous last name and a fast-rising career. We’ll break down her rumored romance with Paul Mescal, dive into the speculation around her being the muse of the song “Lacey”, and explore the conversation around her “nepo baby” status. From her family background to her place in today’s music landscape, we’re sorting through the facts, gossip, and fan theories to see what’s really going on with Gracie Abrams.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 1h 1min
What Vedic Astrology Reveals About Celebrities feat. Kaylah from Binchstrology
Ever wondered if the stars can explain the drama, romances, and quirks of your favorite celebrities? In this episode, I sit down with Kaylah, a Vedic astrologer (her TikTok, Patreon and Etsy store here!) to decode the charts of the rich and famous. From the planetary placements that point to Hollywood breakups, to the cosmic signatures of charisma and creativity, we explore how Vedic astrology sheds light on celebrity personalities and relationships.
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