Best Indigo TV Podcasts (2024)

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The March of the Exeggutor Squad 38:38

14m ago38:38

38:38

Hello everyone. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and memories of Rachael Lillis. Please continue to do so. It helps us all navigate this difficult time. Just to let you know, this week’s podcast was recorded last week, before this devastating news. With love, Veronica & Rena Abracadabra! Our heroes find themselves at a carnival with a struggling…

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Showdown at Dark City 39:17

5d ago39:17

39:17

This week’s episode has our heroes seeing red or is that just ketchup? They find themselves in the middle of two rival gangs competing to be the best Pokémon gym. We discuss the importance of good sportsmanship between trainers and in the Olympics, ethical treatment of Pokémon, and fun nicknames. NEW EPISODES DROP EVERY WEDNESDAY! We hope you’ll co…

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Isaac Mizrahi Returns! NYC Real Estate, Unzipped, Madonna, Sandra Bernhard 51:21

8d ago51:21

51:21

ISAAC MIZRAHI returns! Topics include: securing his West Village combination apartment, his friendship w/ RUPAUL, the truth behind the MADONNA - SANDRA BERNHARD - INGRID CASARES love triangle, his seminal documentary UNZIPPED and SEX AND THE CITY + AND JUST LIKE THAT musings. Plus, his cabaret version of “Borderline,” '90s dial-a-date lines, meetin…

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Wake Up Snorlax! 29:56

14d ago29:56

29:56

After arriving in a town suffering from a mysterious water shortage, Ash, Misty, and Brock agree to follow the dried up riverbed to investigate. In this week’s episode, we discuss the importance of always treating people with kindness, an unexpected partnership with Team Rocket, and the power of a poké-flute. NEW EPISODES DROP EVERY WEDNESDAY! We h…

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Inside Rosie O’Donnell’s Oprah OWN Show, Election as Reality TV (w/ Page Hurwitz) 54:14

22d ago54:14

54:14

Jess is joined by TV producer and director PAGE HURWITZ (Netflix’s Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution). Topics: exec. producing ROSIE O'DONNELL's Oprah OWN talk show, producing TABATHA TAKES OVER, Trump’s mythical character on THE APPRENTICE & the parallels of the 2016 election to Paddy Chayefsky’s film NETWORK. Plus: discovering Fortune Feimster and…

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The Battling Eevee Brothers 37:47

29d ago37:47

37:47

This week, our trainers find themselves at a lovely garden party in Stone Town where festive party going trainers feast and evolve their pokemon with stones sourced from nearby Evolution Mountain. Could forced evolution be the best way to become a successful trainer? In this episode we discuss different Pokémon training methodologies, the importanc…

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Pikachu's Goodbye 38:36

1M ago38:36

38:36

Deep in the forest, our trainers find a colony of wild Pikachu! After performing a dramatic rescue, our Pikachu is welcomed into the group. Now, Ash must come to terms with the fact that he may have to continue his journey without his trusty Pikachu by his side. In this episode we discuss the value of letting go in a relationship, the basic need fo…

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John Arthur Hill on Addiction, Teeth, PTown vs. Fire Island & Countess Luann’s Renaissance 1:03:19

1M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

Jess is joined by SiriusXM RadioAndy co-host, singer & comedian JOHN ARTHUR HILL. Topics: John’s dental and sobriety journeys, the rehab to SoulCycle pipeline, secret Bravo smokers, Barry’s Bootcamp, the Underwear Party on Fire Island, preferring Provincetown, nearly getting fired as Andy Cohen’s co-host, why Countess Luann is huge at festivals, ma…

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Ditto's Mysterious Mansion 27:25

1M ago27:25

27:25

Our trio sees double this week when they meet Duplica and her Ditto in the House of Imité. Dazzled by her knowledge and transformative expertise, the gang sets out to discover if imitation can ever be better than the “real thing”. In this episode, everyone gets to play a different role! We discuss the creativity and skill needed for imitation and t…

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The Bridge Bike Gang 27:34

2M ago27:34

27:34

Our trio is out of the woods and back in the land of concrete and deep dish cheese pizzas! Tasked with delivering medicine for a sick Pokémon in Sunny Town, Ash, Misty, and Brock ride across the 10 mile bridge using bikes provided by Nurse Joy. During their ride, they are stopped not only by a bicycle gang who demand a battle in exchange for crossi…

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Review of Liza Minnelli, Ani DiFranco, Linda Perry & Indigo Girls Docs (w/ Mark Snyder) 1:23:18

2M ago1:23:18

1:23:18

Jess is joined by writer and “All I Want To Do Is Talk About Madonna” co-host Mark Snyder to review the TriBeCa Film Festival premieres of brand new documentaries centered around LIZA MINNELLI, ANI DIFRANCO, LINDA PERRY and a bonus review of the recent INDIGO GIRLS doc. Topics — the live performances from Linda Perry & Ani DiFranco following their …

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The Kangaskhan Kid 24:35

2M ago24:35

24:35

Deep in the Safari Zone, our heroes encounter a stampeding herd of Kangaskhan. They must work together with the Tarzan-like child Tomo and his parents to defeat Team Rocket’s plan to capture them all. We discuss protecting animals on a reserve, the importance of the family you choose, and our first foray into filming the podcast at CueTone Media in…

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Michael Musto on Village Voice, Gossip, Psychology of Blind Items 44:03

2M ago44:03

44:03

Jess is joined by legendary Village Voice gossip columnist Michael Musto! Musto discusses the origin of outing, psychology of blind items, how an unknown Madonna prevented him from sound-checking with his band in 1982, Gaga's Oscar campaigns and the trouble he got into after Andy Warhol's funeral. He also dishes on Malcolm Forbes, camp John Waters,…

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The Flame Pokémon-Athon! 31:35

2M ago31:35

31:35

Howdy y’all! On the way to the Safari Zone, Ash and his pals make a pit stop at the Big P Pokémon Ranch, where they meet Lara Laramie and her Ponyta, just in time for Race Day! Ash must take the reins after Lara is injured… will he and Ponyta make it across the finish line? In this week’s episode we discuss the importance of trust and support in re…

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The Ninja Poké-Showdown 27:38

2M ago27:38

27:38

On the way to the Fuchsia Gym, Ash and the gang find themselves lost in a mysterious mansion filled with traps and tricks around every corner. Ash’s skills are put to the test when confronted by two ninja Pokémon trainers and things get a bit sticky when Team Rocket appears. Will Ash earn a Soul Badge? How do Team Rocket carry all their costumes? W…

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Lindsay Hubbard on Sex, Love & Carl Radke Origin Story 50:53

2M ago50:53

50:53

Jess is joined by the one true queen of Summer House — LINDSAY HUBBARD! Topics: a listening tour of the Hamptons, the business of being a PR guru, having sex on camera and the origins of “Hubbhouse." Plus — Lindsay’s Sun / Moon / Rising signs, a quick astrological reading from Andy Bellatti (@astrologywithandy), an off-camera crazy dating story, fa…

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The Felicity, Dawson’s Creek & 90210 Music Restoration Project 47:04

3M ago47:04

47:04

Jess is joined by the creator of @felicityrestorationproject to chat about one of the greatest issues of our time - the replacement of music on our beloved nineties TV shows - FELICITY, DAWSON’S CREEK & 90210. We discuss legalities of the music licensing issue, painstakingly digitizing scenes with correct music from VHS tapes and Paula Cole strikin…

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Dig Those Diglett! 25:58

3M ago25:58

25:58

On the way to Fuchsia Gym, our gang is thrust into an extermination scheme to get rid of the Diglett that are interrupting the construction of the Gaiva Dam! But, who is in the right? Are aliens really behind the construction zone? Will Gary Oak and his fan club be able to eradicate the pesky Diglett? Will Jessie and James ever get lunch??? In this…

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IT Girls of NYC ‘90s Lesbian Chic (w/ Elizabeth Ziff & Maggie Moore) 58:08

3M ago58:08

58:08

Jess is joined by exes & best friends ELIZABETH ZIFF (The L Word writer; BETTY rocker) and MAGGIE MOORE (chanteuse; real estate broker) to reflect on ‘90s queer girl culture in NYC. Topics: their meet-cute love story, creating the Industria Super Studios girl parties, Café Tabac, Meow Mix, Alan Cumming. Plus — Laurel Holloman / Nicole Ari Parker fi…

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Sparks Fly for Magnemite! 29:31

3M ago29:31

29:31

We’re back with an electric episode! The trio travels to Gringey City (we can all relate), where there are more factories than people, and no Pokémon… or so we think! Things run a-“muk” when the power goes out in the city, and Ash and the gang must use their “magnetic” personalities and Pokémon to solve the problem! In this episode we discuss elect…

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The Punchy Pokémon 35:33

4M ago35:33

35:33

In this week’s episode, Ash and Pikachu kick their training up a notch- Rocky style! The appearance of a supposedly wild Hitmonchan launches our trainers into the world of punching Pokémon. Do Ash and Brock have what it takes to become P1 Champions? Will Anthony ever go home to his family? And what is under Giles’ trench coat??? We discuss stage co…

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Catherine Cohen on Seek Treatment, Edinburgh Fringe & more 46:26

4M ago46:26

46:26

Jess is joined by singer, comedian and “Seek Treatment” co-host — CATHERINE COHEN! Topics: audio only vs. video podcasts, boutique fitness, her West Village apartment, self-financing Netflix specials, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Taylor Swift vs. Sarah McLachlan | Ani Difranco | Fiona Apple, Baby Reindeer, Cafe Cluny, Kate Mara, open relationship…

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Special Notice: We're Taking a Mid-Season Spring Break! 1:03

4M ago1:03

1:03

SPECIAL NOTE: Hello from the airport! We're on our way to Cape Town for Comic Con Africa and celebrating the halfway point in the season with a short spring break. We look forward to resuming our regular episode drops next week. Thanks as always for your support! —Your Pokémon-loving hosts and superfans, Veronica & Rena Taylor NEW EPISODES DROP EVE…

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Tabatha Coffey — Tabatha Takes Over, Shear Genius, Reddit 44:48

4M ago44:48

44:48

Jess is joined by TABATHA COFFEY, Australian hairstylist, salon owner and star of TABATHA TAKES OVER & SHEAR GENIUS. Topics: Losing Shear Genius yet scoring her own spin-off, living in New Jersey, Reddit threads, wanting a reboot, Jackie Warner & her reputation of being a “b*tch.” Plus — Tabatha’s upbringing in Australia where she was thrown into t…

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Pokémon Fashion Flash 29:27

4M ago29:27

29:27

Our friends find themselves on Scissor Street- a place where fashion flourishes and breeders flock! A mysterious salon has just opened and is taking business away from Susie- a very accomplished breeder focused on substance over style. Can Ash and Brock help Susie prove that it’s what’s on the inside that counts? Or will Misty fall prey to fabulous…

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The L Word Writer/Director Rose Troche — Guinevere Turner, Go Fish, Jennifer Beals 1:01:04

4M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

Jess is joined by ROSE TROCHE — co-writer & director of the seminal indie film GO FISH — as well as writer, director & exec. producer of THE L WORD. L WORD topics: directing the Pilot, Dinah Shore & Pride episodes, sex scenes, writing for Bette Porter (Jennifer Beals) and Jenny Schecter (Mia Kirshner) + the truth behind Dana’s (Erin Daniels) death.…

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Hypno's Naptime 38:46

4M ago38:46

38:46

Our trainers “Hop Hop Hop” into town and are met with a mysterious case of disappearing children and lethargic Pokémon. Detective Ash Ketchum takes the lead and, with the help of some brilliant deductions by Brock and Misty, they stumble across a secret society and a very hypnotic culprit! What will it take to bring order back to Hop Hop Hop Town? …

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T. KYLE — Behind the Scenes of WWHL, Wendy Williams, Jimmy Fallon 1:17:57

4M ago1:17:57

1:17:57

Jess is joined by digital producer, remixer and co-host of Legends Only | It’s Britney, Bitch! — T. KYLE! Topics include T. Kyle’s work on DRAG RACE, his career at WWHL and the difficult environment at THE TONIGHT SHOW. Plus, his Countess Luann “Keep on Serving C*nt” remix, being hand-picked to produce the scrapped WENDY WILLIAMS podcast, Crazy Hor…

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Pokémon Scent-Sation! 30:39

4M ago30:39

30:39

Our trainers arrive in Celadon City! While Misty, Brock, and Pikachu are intoxicated by the lovely scents of the perfume shops, Ash only has a nose for the sweet scent of victory that awaits him at the Celadon City Gym! However, his lack of empathy towards the perfume sellers make it impossible for him to enter, and he is forced to work with Team R…

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Queer as Folk w/ Peter Paige (Emmett) & Scott Lowell (Ted)! 1:04:48

4M ago1:04:48

1:04:48

Jess welcomes TWO of the stars of the groundbreaking Showtime series QUEER AS FOLK -- PETER PAIGE (Emmett Honeycutt) & SCOTT LOWELL (Ted Schmidt)! Topics include: the infamous Larry King interview, how QAF changed the way sex & sexuality was depicted on cable, why THE L WORD was able to break into the mainstream zeitgeist in a way QAF was unable to…

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Primeape Goes Bananas 30:54

5M ago30:54

30:54

As our heroes journey toward Celadon City, they encounter a hat stealing Mankey whose antics turn everyone on their heads. How many jelly donuts will it take to stop this unbeatable force? In this episode, we discuss comparing yourself to others, following your own path, and quality vs. quantity. Email us at trainersguidepod@gmail.com with your fav…

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Kim Stolz — America’s Next Top Model, NYC Gay Bar Owner & MTV VJ 45:39

5M ago45:39

45:39

Jess catches up with the first openly gay contestant on AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL, fellow New Yorker KIM STOLZ. Kim Stolz was one of the most recognizable faces in the NYC gay scene in the mid-‘00s after starring in Cycle 5 of the Tyra Banks series. Kim then became an MTV News host alongside JOHN NORRIS & KURT LODER where she interviewed an unknown …

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Haunter vs. Kadabra 33:14

5M ago33:14

33:14

Ash returns for a rematch with Sabrina, but will Haunter stay true to its word and be a reliable member of the team? Who is the mysterious man? Where did Brock and Misty get those signs? Is Haunter’s silliness a gift or a curse? This week, we discuss spending time alone, work/life balance, and how to live healthfully like a toddler! Email us at tra…

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The Tower of Terror 33:02

5M ago33:02

33:02

Our friends continue on to Lavender Town and get more than they bargained for at the Tower of Terror when faced with three mischievous ghost Pokémon. On this episode, we discuss facing your fears, out of body experiences, and classic slapstick humor. Email us at trainersguidepod@gmail.com with your favorite Pokémon memories: what the show means to …

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Abra and The Psychic Showdown 37:10

5M ago37:10

37:10

Having once again lost their way, Ash, Brock, and Misty stumble across a mysterious girl who guides them to Saffron City, where even more mysteries await! Will Ash’s muscle defeat Sabrina’s mind? Who is that mysterious bearded man? And how do we learn to bend a spoon? All this and more… Oh! Watch out for that Warp Tile!!! Email us at trainersguidep…

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Madonna Truth or Dare w/ Reality Producers Chris DeRosa & Dominick Pupa 1:19:44

5M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

Jess is joined by reality TV producers and co-hosts of “Fixing Famous People” — Chris DeRosa and Dominick Pupa! Together, we analyze the seminal documentary MADONNA: TRUTH OR DARE through the lens of our three generations and reality TV production. Topics: The follow-up film feat. the Blond Ambition dancers STRIKE A POSE, 1998 VH1 special MADONNA R…

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Bye Bye Butterfree 34:21

6M ago34:21

34:21

It’s the season of love and it’s time for Butterfree to find a love of its own! We join our trainers as they take to the sky to help Ash’s Butterfree find a mate. Could this be popped in instead? But the path to true love never did run smooth and soon all the Butterfree are caught in Team Rocket’s sinister net. In this episode we discuss love in al…

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Ryan Raftery IS Anna Wintour, Martha Stewart, Andy Cohen, Kris Jenner & more 49:50

6M ago49:50

49:50

Jess is joined by the “Shakespeare of pop culture satire” per the New York Times - RYAN RAFTERY! We discuss his upcoming run at Joe’s Pub in which he does his one-man twisted musical embodiments of MARTHA STEWART, ANNA WINTOUR & KRIS JENNER. We discuss the psychological through-line between all three women (relevancy) as well as his darker material…

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The Ghost of Maiden's Peak 32:07

6M ago32:07

32:07

Summer may be over for Ash and his friends, but the adventure is just getting started! While mourning the end of bikini season, Brock and James are put under a hypnotic love spell by a beautiful and mysterious maiden. It is up to Ash, Misty, and Jessie to rescue their friends- but will they be able to save them before they float away forever? Can t…

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Drag Race’s Peppermint — Traitors Reunion, NYC 90s Nightlife 1:01:05

6M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

Jess is joined by DRAG RACE & TRAITORS star PEPPERMINT! Peppermint discusses fond memories of THE REAL WORLD (which don’t include Vegas or Trishelle), the production behind The Traitors and what she’s planning for The Reunion. Plus, Alan Cumming’s comment that “gays” are loving Phaedra while “queer” ppl are loving Parvati. Peppermint also discusses…

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Tentacool and Tentacruel 31:01

6M ago31:01

31:01

While waiting for a ferry to take them out of Porta Vista, Ash, Misty, and Brock meet Nastina, a real estate mogul with eyes on the coral reef for her luxury resort. They soon discover that she intends to eliminate all the Tentacool that stand in her way. Humans and Pokémon must come together to save the city and protect the coral reef and its inha…

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Bianca Del Rio on Fire Island, Madonna, Joan Rivers & more 48:28

6M ago48:28

48:28

Jess is joined by drag legend BIANCA DEL RIO! Bianca discuss her early days of drag in New Orleans, New York City, Provincetown and on Fire Island prior to winning season 6 of DRAG RACE. Topics include: Going on tour with Madonna, joining The Traitors, Joan Rivers, Kathy Griffin, Chita Rivera, a “Golden Drag Race” feat. Lady Bunny & Varla Jean Merm…

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Island of the Giant Pokémon 32:18

6M ago32:18

32:18

The gang is washed ashore on a desert island…or is it? Join us in this giant episode as we see collaboration in action and how it saves the day. We discuss early take away food, collect calls, and the mysteries surrounding Team Rocket’s Boss. Email us at trainersguidepod@gmail.com with your favorite Pokémon memories: what the show means to you and …

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Golden Girls, Gilmore Girls, Roseanne & Brady Bunch Movie Writer — Stan Zimmerman 56:56

6M ago56:56

56:56

Jess is joined by TV & film screenwriter, Stan Zimmerman! Zimmerman chats about his career writing on THE GOLDEN GIRLS, ROSEANNE, GILMORE GIRLS, THE BRADY BUNCH MOVIE (and its Sequel!). Topics: staying closeted while writing The Golden Girls, RuPaul, Estelle Getty, Madonna's voicemails for Sandra Bernhard, Roseanne & Tom Arnold, loving THE L WORD &…

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Pokémon Shipwreck! 28:51

7M ago28:51

28:51

The shocking tale aboard the St. Anne continues with our seafaring trainers trapped and searching for a way out of the sinking ship! It takes all hands, and Pokémon, on deck to escape—but just how far will teamwork take them? We discuss Dungeons and Dragons’ 50th anniversary, Misty’s model ship hobbies, and the importance of thinking before you tak…

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The L Word Writer, Theme Song & BETTY Rocker — Elizabeth Ziff 1:05:02

7M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

Jess is joined by ELIZABETH ZIFF — writer, producer and BETTY musician behind THE L WORD theme song. We discuss: dating L Word creator Ilene Chaiken, writing for Bette Porter (Jennifer Beals) and Jenny Schecter (Mia Kirshner) and specific episodes & storylines she wrote. Plus — early BETTY gigs in the 80s/90s, the nexus of “lesbian chic” at East Vi…

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Battle Aboard the St. Anne! 30:34

7M ago30:34

30:34

Ahoy there, Pokémon trainers! Join us this week for what looks to be an incredible Pokémon party aboard the St. Anne! There’s lots to do on this cruise—Magikarp for sale! Trades to be made! And battles to be won! What could possibly go wrong??! In this week's episode we discuss the importance of thinking before making a big decision, the benefits o…

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Casting The Traitors & Inside Real World Edit Bay (w/ Jamie Stein) 1:12:40

7M ago1:12:40

1:12:40

Jess is joined by empath Jamie Stein to critique the cast of THE TRAITORS season two and discuss his career working on four (4) seasons of THE REAL WORLD — VEGAS, PARIS, SAN DIEGO and PHILLY — where he had an unedited look at Trishelle, CT, Karamo etc. Jamie discusses watching endless unedited footage, the San Diego sexual assault scandal and more.…

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Jackie Warner (Work Out) Returns! Ozempic, Taylor Swift, Kyle Richards, Jeff Lewis 1:13:01

7M ago1:13:01

1:13:01

Jess is joined by Jackie Warner (Work Out, Thintervention) in her fourth appearance! We discuss Jackie’s use of Ozempic, pitches her TV comeback, the fall-out of her TMZ splashed DUI ambien arrest, Kyle Richards and Morgan Wade, the New York Times Op-Ed on Taylor Swift, Jeff Lewis in the Flipping Out / Work Out era, Jared Leto’s God complex and mor…

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John Cameron Mitchell on Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Shortbus & more 54:32

7M ago54:32

54:32

Jess is joined by writer, actor and director JOHN CAMERON MITCHELL to discuss everything HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH and SHORTBUS. Plus: Julius’ bar, New Orleans, RENT, promoting Hedwig on THE ROSIE O’DONNELL SHOW vs. LETTERMAN and entering his villain era via GIRLS, JOE EXOTIC and SHRILL. IG: @jessxnyc Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE IS…

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