Normal Gossip

Journalist and podcast host Hayes Brown joins the hosts to discuss shocking scenarios in the world of upscale dog grooming. They explore unexpected revelations, hair salon stories, a twist involving a dog salon, and tensions among the staff. The chapter includes discussions on dog grooming styles, resentment, misunderstandings, and the closure of the salon.

Guest Maitreyi Anantharaman joins the podcast to share a story about private school moms taking theater and urban dance classes too seriously. The hosts discuss gossipiest sports, the importance of a social media grid, and a challenging experience organizing a school performance. They also bring up the controversial portrayal of characters in a book and reflect on reminders from moms.

Zakiya Gibbons, host of Hang Up, joins the podcast to share a horrifying Thanksgiving home rental experience. The speakers discuss authenticity, a traumatic incident with an Airbnb host, meeting significant other's family, and more. They also share their unconventional Thanksgiving plans and an unexpected discovery of a large bag of weed. The episode ends with acknowledgments and credits.

The podcast features Amanda Montell, a writer and podcast host, discussing various interesting topics. They talk about the importance of purposeful gossip, meeting Daniel Radcliffe, dreams of moving to Europe, exploring options for au pairing, Adele's journey as an au pair, living in a house under construction, financial difficulties faced by the au pair, and new ventures after leaving the influencer life.

TV writer and showrunner Sarah-Violet Bliss joins the hosts for an evening of moral quandaries and infinite amounts of ceviche. Topics include gossip about the original ending of Titanic, differing perspectives on food, a surprise involving giant coolers filled with sea bass, and the debate over stealing cilantro from a community garden.

Comedian Jasmine Ellis joins the podcast to share an absurdly large bachelorette party story involving sardines, adult jocks, and an empathetic queen. They discuss experiences with gossip on tour, unexpected arrivals, tensions rising, and navigating bridezilla phenomenon. Don't miss this hilarious and entertaining episode!

What happens when you send a manic pixie dream girl to CSI summer camp? Journalist, writer, law school graduate, and podcast host Josie Duffy Rice joins us to find out 👀 Check out Josie's podcast: Unreformed: the Story of the Alabama Industrial School for Negro Children. You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com. Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/ Episode transcript here. Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP. Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs). Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira) is our associate producer. Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Zairé Hilliard. Show art by Tara Jacoby. Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

We are BACK for our fifth season! Get ready for 10 episodes of drama, scandal, and pettiness. This week, sports journalist Katie Barnes joins us for a story that brings us back to our high school days. Buy Katie's book, Fair Play: How Sports Shape the Gender Debates, and follow them on Twitter @katie_barnes3. You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com. Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/ Episode transcript here. Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP. Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs). Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira) is our associate producer. Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Jennie Vildzius. Show art by Tara Jacoby. Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Brydie Lee-Kennedy, author of Go Lightly, shares a harrowing story about a game of sexy hide-and-seek gone wrong. The hosts discuss the role of gossip in their upbringing and their fascination with wedding gossip. The chapter recounts a confusing game of hide and seek, involving a mysterious woman in a cupboard and its aftermath. They also delve into a scandalous rumor circulating at a festival and its impact on a prominent individual's reputation.

Happy summer! We’re popping in with a little summer surprise: the recording from our December 2022 live show in Washington, D.C., with Brittany Luse! This is a different story than the one we’re telling on our tour this summer. If you want to get tickets to the tour, there are still seats available! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com. Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/ Episode transcript here. Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP. Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs). Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Jae Towle Vieira is our associate producer. Show art by Tara Jacoby. Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices