Best Emily Crosby Podcasts (2024)

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Beauty and The Beast - Some of us need to work. 12:47

1d ago12:47

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Bad Business goes bite-sized for the summer. In these shorter episodes, Claire covers some TV shows and films that contain some bad business, but not enough to warrant a full episode. In this episode she discusses the 1991 Disney cartoon, Beauty and The Beast. Claire ponders: How old is Belle supposed to be? Why she'd make a very miserable calculat…

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Richard Hammond’s Workshop - Is your name enough to build a business? 44:36

16d ago44:36

44:36

Fame, distractions and being kind. Is it really that easy to start a business? Claire is joined by fellow accountant, Beth Jackson, to talk about the bad business in Richard Hammond's Workshop. In this episode we discuss: Why he believes his face is enough to grow a business. How easy it is to be distracted by side projects. How the accountant is s…

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The Apprentice - Will you buy if I shout at you? 47:21

30d ago47:21

47:21

Is sales really just shouting and chasing after people? Claire is joined by the go to marketing expert for people selling coaching and consulting services wanting to grow their business, Janine Coombes, to talk about the bad business in the BBC's The Apprentice. In this episode we discuss: Why a little bit of planning is good when you are selling y…

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Badger or Bust - Should we focus on our competitors? 43:38

1M ago43:38

43:38

Do you need to be competitive in order to succeed in business? Claire is joined by content marketing specialist, Lyndsay Cambridge, from Jammy Digital to talk about the bad business in the 2007 Sky One series Badge or Bust. In this episode we discuss: Is focusing on your competition the best marketing strategy? How quick marketing wins can often be…

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Parks and Recreation - Why is this place so toxic? 51:56

2M ago51:56

51:56

If we are passionate about our work then it must mean we are excellent at it. Claire is joined by company development consultant, Amy Fox, to talk about the bad business in the US sitcom Parks and Recreation. In this episode we discuss: Can bullying be a team building exercise? How this department seems to have unlimited resources and time. Is anyo…

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The Intern - Can women really run successful businesses? 48:26

2M ago48:26

48:26

What will women do without men to guide and support them? Claire is joined by content and copywriter, Michelle Eshkeri, to talk about the bad business in the 2015 film The Intern. In this episode we discuss: How surely a 70 year old can use a computer. Why women can be successful, have a family and also friends. Not every business situation needs a…

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Neighbours - Is it okay to be evil in the name of business? 54:57

3M ago54:57

54:57

Can you do whatever you want, no matter how evil or reckless, if you are in business? Claire is joined by business and mindset coach, Lauren Malone, to talk about the bad business in the long running Australian soap, Neighbours. In this episode we discuss: How in soap land, if you are a lawyer or doctor, you can do everything people ask. If you wea…

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Wallace and Gromit - What were they doing with the rabbits? 39:10

3M ago39:10

39:10

Is this just an eccentric man who is rubbish at running a business? Claire is joined by brand copywriter and tone of voice consultant, Matt Drzymala, to talk about the bad business in the 2005 film, Wallace and Gromit: the case of the were-rabbit. In this episode we discuss: Why is everyone so supportive of this man and his businesses? What were th…

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A multicultural, gender, and sexually diverse affirming consultation framework - Dr Jeffrey Brown and Starr Greensky 1:06:46

4M ago1:06:46

1:06:46

We are so lucky to have with us Dr Jeffrey Brown and Starr Greensky. Jeff is currently an assistant professor at San Diego State University, on the School Psychology Program and Starr is a Student and School Psychology intern, working with Jeff. We speak with Jeff and Starr about the development and application of Jeff's and other colleagues multic…

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The Return of Reddit Roulette: Secret Money & Trauma Dumping 47:50

4M ago47:50

47:50

In the last episode of Season 3, we bring back Reddit Roulette (from Season 1, episode 10) - our mashup of all things Reddit and Chatroulette . We spin the wheel to discuss who the a****** is in a relationship conflict, as well as discussing trauma dumping, how to navigate financial disparity in relationships, and the big topic of boundaries. Are t…

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Kinky Boots: Why is it always someone else’s problem? 52:16

4M ago52:16

52:16

Is Kinky Boots still a progressive film about niching? Claire is joined by leadership and development coach and trainer, Al Pacifico-France, to talk about the bad business in the 2005 film, Kinky Boots. In this episode we discuss: Can you niche in community you have no interest in? Can you leave the inclusion within your organisation to the employe…

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Elizabeth and Damian Hurley, boundaries and naughty cats 25:22

4M ago25:22

25:22

When Damian Hurley released his debut film, "Strictly Confidential," people were shocked that he directed raunchy scenes starring his own mother, Elizabeth Hurley. From critics labelling their relationship as "disturbing" to others dismissing them as mere "publicity hounds," we dissect some of the fierce responses to this erotic thriller and reflec…

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Love, as an older woman: Sam Taylor-Johnson, Kylie Minogue and Drew Barrymore 56:34

4M ago56:34

56:34

Cougar, MILF, or even a tragic singleton like 'Bridget Jones', today, we are looking at all the comments used to describe older women when it comes to love and dating. Sam Taylor-Johnson, in the promotion of her new Amy Winehouse film, is facing renewed scrutiny over her marriage to Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who is 23 years her junior. We talk about th…

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Postman Pat: How does this man still have a job? 49:05

4M ago49:05

49:05

Can a high level of confidence create a successful business? Claire is joined by freelance graphic designer and founder of the Doing It For The Kids community, Frankie Tortora, to talk about the bad business in the children's show Postman Pat: Special Delivery Service. The epiosde we focus on is Series 1, Episode 1: The Runaway Cow. In this episode…

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Rebel's Revelations, Wino Forever and Lizzo Quits? 35:20

4M ago35:20

35:20

A year on since we did our "Fatshaming" episode featuring Adele, Rebel Wilson, and Lizzo, we find the three women are once again the centre of attention due to discussions about their weight. With Lizzo announcing she is "quitting" due to body-shaming and Rebel claiming in her new memoir "Rebel Rising" that Adele "hates her" because they were both …

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“My Emotional Truth”: The Case of Hasan Minhaj, Prince Harry and Jay Shetty 50:05

5M ago50:05

50:05

Since Oprah brought self-help and therapy speak into the mainstream, more and more people have been talking about “speaking my truth” over telling the truth. From Prince Harry to Britney Spears, the celebrity memoir has often been sold as the chance to read their “personal truths”. But what does this really mean? And are there different types of tr…

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Children and young people’s participation in consultation - Dr Anwen J Marshall 49:57

5M ago49:57

49:57

Dr Anwen Marshall graduated as an Educational Psychologist from Bristol University in 2021. She currently works in Bristol City Council where she also holds the role of ‘person-centred champion’. She supports person-centred work in her service and with colleagues. Before training as an Educational Psychologist (EP), Anwen worked as an Assistant EP …

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Flipping Bangers: Is it that easy to double our money? 29:31

5M ago29:31

29:31

What happens when your business model is flawed from the start? Claire is joined by classic car and motorbike enthusiast and also fellow accountant, Linda Booth, to talk about the bad business in the Discovery Plus series Flipping Bangers. Can unrealistic deadlines force you to make good decisions? Can you use friends and family to increase your pr…

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Meghan Markle’s new brand launch and is Temu stalking us all? 31:37

5M ago31:37

31:37

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, is back with the launch of her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. Today, we are examining the mixed (putting it mildly) reactions to her launch, particularly the responses to The Cut’s Instagram post, questioning the timing of her launch. Did Meghan really deliberately time her launch to divert attention from …

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Who do you think you are? The transformation of Geri Halliwell 45:15

5M ago45:15

45:15

From her iconic Union Jack dress and Girl Power persona to her current all-white dress code and role as the “devoted wife”, today we are exploring the online reactions to Geri Halliwell’s transformation. Has she really abandoned her working class roots by “marrying up”, or is this just part of growing up and evolving? And are commenters justified i…

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Mary Portas Queen Of Shops: Is going high end the only option? 42:39

5M ago42:39

42:39

How do you keep working on your business when you are happy and comfortable with how things are? Claire is joined business coach and the 6 Figure Bookkeeper founder, Zoe Whitman, to talk about the bad business in the BBC's late 2000's series Mary Queen of Shops . The episode we focus on is Series 3, episode 5 on Clealls. Is Mary too high end to hel…

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Our situation with the Daily Mail, plus comments about International Women’s Day 30:25

5M ago30:25

30:25

Right in time for International Women’s Day and our one year anniversary, the Daily Mail launches a new podcast, called "Straight to the Comments!" - fronted by 2 young male presenters. We go into it in today’s episode. Plus, we have our comments guessing game about a funny topic and discuss the importance of Women’s Day in 2024. How much has chang…

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Health Conspiracy Theories: Kate Middleton, Selena Gomez & Jamie Foxx 43:52

6M ago43:52

43:52

Today, we are discussing the internet's relentless speculation surrounding Kate Middleton's recent surgery announcement. From genuine concern to mind-bending conspiracy theories, we explore the reactions to this news. We also investigate the trend of celebrities, like Selena Gomez, openly discussing their medical issues. On the flip side, we delve …

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The Devil Wears Prada: Is fashion just silly stuff? 38:06

6M ago38:06

38:06

Have we reached the point where we can really wear what we want to work? Claire is joined by style and confidence coach, Samantha Harman, to talk about the bad business in the 2006 film, The Devil Wears Prada. Was Andy's interview outfit actually okay? Were the employees at Runway right to be annoyed with Andy and her clothing? Can a new outfit rea…

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Reflecting on school culture and collaboration with school leaders and staff members - Laleh Laverick 1:14:26

6M ago1:14:26

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We were so privileged to speak with Laleh Laverick in this episode about such a range of important factors influencing schools at the moment. Laleh speaks from a wealth of expertise and experience from her role as a Leadership and Management Adviser at Hackney Education as well as the various roles she has held in inner city primary schools for ove…

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Jodie Foster vs Gen Z, Plato and Justin Timberlake's no-apology 25:24

6M ago25:24

25:24

Welcome back to Season 3's first Mini! We're kicking things off with our comment guessing game, a topic that we believe will stir up strong emotions among Gen Xers (and perhaps even millennials). Then, we'll dive into Justin Timberlake's no-apology stance on the Britney Spears drama and explore the phenomenon of apology tours. Finally, we'll wrap i…

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Criminals as Celebrities: Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Anna Delvey 51:03

6M ago51:03

51:03

Today, we are exploring the "celebrification" of criminals in the age of social media, particularly that of Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Anna Delvey. Gypsy Rose Blanchard, recently released from prison for the murder of her mother, and Anna Delvey, a con-artist currently under house arrest in New York, have become prime examples of how criminals can no…

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Property Ladder: What will happen if we ignore the experts? 43:05

6M ago43:05

43:05

What happens when you ignore experts and people with experience? Claire is joined by fellow accountant, Caroline Boardman, to talk about the bad business in the channel 4 series, Property Ladder. Why work with an expert if you are going to ignore them. Sometimes the plastering is more important than the painting. Just because you’ve spent more, doe…

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Emily In Paris: I don't think this is how marketing works 41:16

7M ago41:16

41:16

Can photos of croissants grow your Instagram account from 250 followers to 123k in a year? Claire is joined by messaging consultant and brand copywriter, Giada Nizzoli, to talk about the bad business in the Netflix series, Emily In Paris. Can you really grow from 250 to 123,000 Instagram followers in a year? Why is Emily unable to fail? Is marketin…

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Instructional Consultation and Teacher Satisfaction - Dr Lauren Kaiser 1:03:28

7M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

Today we are so privileged to have with us Dr Lauren Kaiser, PhD, NCSP is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP). Currently, Dr. Kaiser is an Associate Professor and Program Coordinator for the School Psychology Graduate Program in the Psychology Department at Millersville University near Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in the United States. Sh…

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Fireman Sam: Can you set fire to the rules? 43:10

7M ago43:10

43:10

What level of chaos can you create when your business has no systems? Claire is joined by accountant, Jennie Holyoake, to talk about the bad business in the children's tv series, Fireman Sam. Does anyone follow any basic rules? Can 9 year olds cater to public events? Why it’s okay for local residents not to support each other. Find out more about J…

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Coyote Ugly: How is anyone in this film successful? 38:21

7M ago38:21

38:21

Do you only have the one shot to make it big in business? Claire is joined by the 15-Minute Guy, Ashley Leeds, a LinkedIn Expert and coach, to talk about the bad business in the 2000 movie, Coyote Ugly. How is the Coyote Ugly bar so successful? Will Violet do anything (nothing) to achieve her dreams? Is a computer all you need to make it big? Clair…

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Dodgeball: How is this guy an underdog? 39:28

7M ago39:28

39:28

Can you save a failing business by focusing on your competitors and entering competitions? Claire is joined by Jo Watson, freelance copywriter and trainer, to talk about the bad business in the 2004 movie, Dodgeball. Does it lie to us about what makes a good advert? Is a good entrepreneur someone who doesn’t care about their business? Should we ent…

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Influences on Consultation: Attunement, Culture & Social Justice - Dr Esther Kuria and Dr Catherine Kelly 1:16:12

8M ago1:16:12

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We are so lucky to have spoken with Dr Catherine Kelly and Dr Esther Kambe Kuria about their recent publication on social justice in Educational Psychology in Practice. Catherine is an Assistant Director for the Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology at the University of Manchester and an Educational Psychology for Bury Metropolitan Borough …

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Our 2024 Predictions 29:40

8M ago29:40

29:40

Happy New Year! It’s almost the end of 2023, and we are talking today about our predictions for 2024. Will we see a rise in deepfake content? Will Barbie dominate Oppenheimer at the Oscars? Will it be the end of superhero films? What happened to Brie Larson? We also discuss what we cannot wait to see in 2024. Plus, possibly the worst idea for a mus…

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Christmas Special: Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Madonna, Alice Evans and Zac Efron 42:30

8M ago42:30

42:30

We have a jam-packed, tinsel-draped Christmas bonanza episode for you today. We're talking about the cult of Taylor Swift, why Swedish fans were left cold by Beyoncé, and Madonna's big tour comeback. We also have an update on Alice Evans, who recently stated she might have to work at Starbucks to make ends meet after her divorce from Ioan Gruffudd.…

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Bad Business - launching on 15th January 2024 1:31

8M ago1:31

1:31

This podcast is presented by Claire Owen-Jones of Loud and Clear Accounting www.loudandclearaccounting.co.uk It is edited by Emily Crosby Media. Theme Tune by AxolotMusica Artwork by Alternative AestheticsBy Claire Owen-Jones

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Conspicuous Consumption at Christmas: From Kate Hudson to Kim Kardashian 46:27

8M ago46:27

46:27

'Tis the season for Instagram-perfect Christmas posts, and today we're focusing on Kate Hudson and Kim Kardashian, who love to showcase their picture-perfect holiday celebrations. But why do their extravagant displays often spark comments calling them out of touch and vain? Join us in this episode as we unravel the allure of conspicuous consumption…

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Update: The Case of James Corden & Ellen plus Drew Barrymore and Kelly Clarkson 1:04:41

9M ago1:04:41

1:04:41

Before we return in December with our Christmas specials, enjoy a re-run of our most popular episode of 2023, 'When the Mask Skips: The Case of James Corden & Ellen.' We introduce the episode with the latest news about James Corden's new SiriusXM radio job and break down some of the online reactions. Also, we ask why have we seen the downfall of so…

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Cosy Murder, Riot Rose, and a Government Run by Ocean’s 11. 20:10

9M ago20:10

20:10

In this week’s mini, we’re talking reboots and “cosy murder mysteries”. A massively popular genre, but can rebooting classics ever really capture the magic, and is this a place for AI to be put to use? We're also shimmying down the rabbit hole of Celebrity baby names, and what people are saying about Rihanna’s latest baby name: creative and cool or…

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The Dark Side of a Former Golden Boy: Justin Timberlake 42:08

10M ago42:08

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Last week, Justin Timberlake apparently turned off the comments on his Instagram because of the "hateful, disgusting things people were saying". The once golden boy has become the target of one of the biggest backlashes we've seen since starting the podcast. With the release of Britney Spears' book, 'The Woman in Me,' we're investigating why he's f…

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The Rise of AI Girlfriends, Your 40s and a Christmas Fantasy 17:52

10M ago17:52

17:52

Today in our mini-episode, we are talking about the rise of AI girlfriends and the idea of creating a "dream partner" that fulfills all desires. We explore how these virtual partners are being promoted primarily as adult entertainment and their potential long-term effects on both men and women. That’s not all, we are also talking about Sarah turnin…

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Implementation Science and Social Justice in Consultation - Dr Mel Collier-Meek 1:09:54

10M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

Dr. Collier-Meek is a licensed psychologist and Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. She is currently an Associate Professor of School Psychology at Teachers College, Columbia University. She also serves as an Associate Editor for School Psychology and provides reviews to several journals, for which she has been twice honoured as reviewer of the year…

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Celebrity Witch Accusations: From Emma Watson to Beyoncé 40:53

10M ago40:53

40:53

The comment sections have been bubbling for years with claims that certain celebrities are secretly witches and are embracing the dark arts. But why? In this episode, we explore the modern-day concept of witches, from the rise of WitchTok to Emma Watson celebrating her 'coven.' Why are so many powerful women, from JLo, Beyoncé, Stevie Nicks to Kyli…

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Classified information, lawsuits and Tom Cruise 23:08

10M ago23:08

23:08

This week's mini tackles 'the most important story ever,' which involves David Grush and allegations of government cover-ups. We also go into the recent fallout between the Sounds Like A Cult podcast hosts, Amanda Montell and Isa Medina. What caused Amanda to sue her co-host for half a million dollars? And last but certainly not least, we explore t…

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Goth Girl vs. Scream Queens: From Jenna Ortega to Kim Kardashian 42:28

10M ago42:28

42:28

Join us as we delve into the dark side of comments in our Halloween specials throughout October. Today, we explore the incredible rise of Jenna Ortega, from her role in the classic slasher franchise Scream to her viral performance in Tim Burton's Wednesday. Vogue has called Ortega the ultimate 'new-age goth girl,' but is this revival merely about f…

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Florence Pugh’s sheer dress backlash and is the BBC worth it? 18:42

11M ago18:42

18:42

This week in our mini-episode, Sarah tries to guess the comments to a big ongoing story. Then, we answer your questions, including Florence Pugh's daring red-carpet fashion choices and reminisce about the 90s trend of see-through dresses (remember that Kate Moss dress?). We also talk about overpaid stars and what Kim Kardashian's next career move c…

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Playing the Victim: The Case of Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner 35:16

11M ago35:16

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This week, we are talking about the breakup of Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner and the PR wars that started even before the divorce papers were filed. The media started publishing an onslaught of rumours from “sources” close to Jonas, painting him as the victim in the relationship, and Turner as a runaway mother and wannabe party-girl. But not everyone…

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Introducing our Minis! School Stationery, Elon Musk and Etiquette 18:24

11M ago18:24

18:24

Introducing "Straight to the Comments Minis," our new series of bite-sized episodes that will drop in between our regular deep-dive episodes. Join us this week as we go back to 80s and 90s school and talk stationery, school uniforms, and whether Sarah actually was in a school or a secret monastery. Also, Lisa tries to guess from some comments, whic…

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Trophy Wives: The Case of Kevin Costner and Kanye West 42:45

11M ago42:45

42:45

Dive into the world of Trophy Wives with us this week. From the iconic Krystal Carrington in Dynasty to TikTok's latest obsession with #TrophyWifeGoals, we're unpacking the concept and asking the question: Is it ever ok to call someone a Trophy Wife? We go through lots of reactions to Kevin Costner's divorce drama with his estranged "trophy" second…

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