Best Lynn Lester Podcasts (2024)

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Season 2, Episode 17: From unstable upbringing to business founder, with Jodene Van Lienden 40:43

4h ago40:43

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Jodene Van Lienden re-lives her turbulent upbringing, a breakdown in relationships, and bullying at school, all of which has fuelled her need and want to help others become their best selves today.By Lynn Lester

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Paris Hilton’s Memoir Paris: The Memoir (with Heather McMahan) 1:19:48

1d ago1:19:48

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Chelsea and Heather McMahan (“Love Hard,” “Good Grief”) think Paris’s 2023 memoir is so hot. From teen detention camps to “being the Birkin” to the real story behind the infamous sex tape, Paris gives us a completely new perspective on the quintessential 2000’s party girl. Where to order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to pre-order F…

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Documentary Book Club: Savior Complex on HBO (or MAX) 18:58

8d ago18:58

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*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Chelsea interviews Jackie Jesko, director of the HBO documentary "Savior Complex," and one of Chelsea’s favorite docs of the past year. Chelsea asks Jackie her pressing questions about Renee Bach, a missionary whose attempts to provide medical care in Uganda led to accusations of murder and tragic consequences. Ch…

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Beyond the Memoir: A Deep Dive into Celine Dion's "I am Celine" and "My Story, My Dream" 1:52:04

8d ago1:52:04

1:52:04

It’s all things Celine Dion! First, Chelsea welcomes Chris DeRosa (Fixing Famous People) to unpack the legendary singer’s new documentary "I Am Celine" and explore insights into Celine's recent struggles with Stiff Person Syndrome and how it has affected her life and career. Then, we're bringing you a special re-release of our episode about Celine …

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Brittney Griner’s Memoir Coming Home (with Yassir Lester and Brit Lester) 23:21

14d ago23:21

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*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Chelsea and guests Yassir Lester (filmmaker, writer, comedian, hot husband) and her sibling-in-law Brit Lester (on-set barber and stylist) discuss WNBA star Brittney Griner's memoir "Coming Home." Together they delve into the rise of the WNBA, Brittney's arrest in Moscow for carrying under one gram of medically pr…

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Dissecting our Pop Princess Summer: Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Charlie XCX and more... 49:18

18d ago49:18

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With Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Renee Raap, Charlie XCX and Taylor Swift dominating the headlines this summer there's so much to get into. Who is horny for who? What does "sapphic" mean? Why is the media sleeping on Tinashe and Normani? How did Chappell get so big so fast? And are our pop girlies feuding? Not t…

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Elizabeth Taylor’s Memoir Elizabeth Takes Off (with TMomZ) 55:28

26d ago55:28

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Get ready for diamonds, diets, and drama! Chelsea welcomes back her mom, TMomZ, to the pod to explore Elizabeth Taylor’s diet book disguised as a memoir, “Elizabeth Takes Off.” Together they discuss the glamour and grit behind film icon’s life, from her tumultuous marriages and struggles with weight to her unforgettable presence on screen (and in t…

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Loretta Lynn’s Memoir Me & Patsy Kickin' Up Dust (with Emily Walker) 1:25:00

29d ago1:25:00

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Chelsea welcomes comedian Emily Walker to the pod to discuss best friends, best friend breakups, and Loretta Lynn’s wonderful memoir, “Me & Patsy Kickin' Up Dust: My Friendship with Patsy Cline.” You may recognize Emily from Chelsea’s book, so they have lots to talk about, including how a Stevie Nicks concert helped mend their friendship. The Loret…

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Season 2, Episode 16: From Waco, Texas to the Glitz of Hollywood, with Scott Velasquez 1:15:08

1M ago1:15:08

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Music supervisor, Scott Velasquez, was brought up in a religious household where being gay was taboo. He candidly discusses his rise to success, working with global superstars like Lil Wayne, Chamillionaire, and Pitbull.By Lynn Lester

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Chelsea Devantez’s Memoir ‘I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This’ (with Ashley Nicole Black, Kenzie Elizabeth, and Akilah Green) 1:42:52

1M ago1:42:52

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It’s Chelsea’s memoir episode! Chelsea invites besties Ashley Nicole Black, Kenzie Elizabeth, and Akilah Green to do a deep dive into her own damn memoir! They get into all the BTS of the book and why there should be a two-friend-factor-authentication for depression. Much like the book, this episode gets into heavy topics, so take care when listeni…

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Why My Book Is More Blacked Out Than a Bachelor Party 21:01

1M ago21:01

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Download the audiobook and listen on Audible or Libro today. Buy a hard copy of the book here.By Chelsea Devantez

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Book Talk: Can a Memoir End Your Marriage? (With Emily Farris) 44:09

2M ago44:09

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Chelsea welcomes special guest Emily Farris to discuss Emily's memoir, "I'll Just Be Five More Minutes," and her viral article, "I Made My Husband the Hero of My Memoir, Then My Marriage Ended." Emily shares candid stories about her late ADHD diagnosis, her marriage's complexities, and the journey to choosing joy over staying in an unhappy relation…

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Donna Summer’s Memoir Ordinary Girl (with Holly Laurent) 1:25:42

2M ago1:25:42

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Chelsea and Holly Laurent (Mega podcast co-host) embark on a horny (yet also biblical) journey into the electrifying world of Donna Summer, the ‘70s Disco Queen. They discover the wild backstories behind Donna's legendary hits, from "Love To Love You Baby" to "She Works Hard for the Money," and her infamous recording session with Barbra Streisand f…

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Season 2, Episode 15: From Vietnam to an advertising veteran, with Joe Nguyen 43:38

2M ago43:38

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Joe Ngyuen shares his deeply personal story of life as a refugee, overcoming challenges that gave him the positive mindset to build a successful career.By Lynn Lester

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Book Talk with Paul Scheer 48:41

2M ago48:41

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Chelsea and How Did This Get Made? host Paul Scheer discuss his new memoir, "Joyful Recollections of Trauma." They talk about everything from publishing to the state of the entertainment industry to terrible step-dads to what JLo should do next. Take a listen and pre-order Paul's memoir which comes out next week -- it's going to be an amazing read!…

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Kathleen Hanna’s Memoir Rebel Girl (with Nora McInerny) 1:33:22

2M ago1:33:22

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“Girls to the front!!!!” Chelsea is joined by Nora McInerny (It’s Going To Be OK) to discuss Kathleen Hanna’s iconic memoir, “Rebel Girl.” From Kathleen’s journey as the lead singer of Bikini Kill to leading the Riot Grrrl revolution to starting the band Le Tigre, they dive into it all. There’s also Kathleen’s battle with Lyme disease, her romance …

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Ellen DeGeneres’ Memoir Seriously...I'm Kidding (with Liz Culley) 24:34

2M ago24:34

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*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Chelsea and guest Liz Culley (host of the Cool Cool Cool podcast) dissect Ellen DeGeneres’ second memoir “Seriously...I'm Kidding,” plus her first memoir, and that infamous Buzzfeed article. They delve into the dual realities of Ellen’s joyful public persona and the controversies that shadow her career. From pivot…

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Cookie Jar: Birthday Edition 51:05

2M ago51:05

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Celebrate Chelsea's birthday with a special Cookie Jar episode! Chelsea and producer Kristina Lopez unpack reactions to our Delta Burke, Margaret Cho, and Rebel Wilson episodes. Plus they sort out Barbra Streisand's Instagram antics, share their "Baby Reindeer" takes, and Chelsea dishes her birthday tradition to make the most goddamn wishes possibl…

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Linda Ronstadt's Memoir Simple Dreams (with Liam Gareau) 1:22:57

2M ago1:22:57

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It’s a musical memoir! Tune in as Chelsea and Liam Gareau (host of the Tell Me Everything podcast) unpack Linda Ronstadt’s memoir "Simple Dreams." Together they explore her absolutely epic career and legendary vocals, plus they discuss red flags, dating George Lucas, if the Manson murders can cause a slipped disc, and if Linda hates Jim Morrison???…

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Season 2, Episode 14: From Macquarie Fields to Ultra Marathon Runner, with Jeff Tan 55:45

2M ago55:45

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Jeff Tan talks about bullying, religion, and not fitting in, and how this adversity focused him on becoming the success he is today.By Lynn Lester

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Behind The Bangs: How to Pitch a Memoir (with Kyle Ridley) 1:06:11

3M ago1:06:11

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Join Chelsea Devantez and Emmy award-winning producer Kyle Ridley (Good Day DC) for a practical guide to pitching your memoir. This episode unpacks everything from crafting an engaging outline to finding the right agent and editor who can champion your work. Chelsea opens up about her journey and shares critical steps and common pitfalls in memoir …

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Margaret Cho’s Memoir I’m The One That I Want (with Joy Osmanski) 1:05:18

3M ago1:05:18

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Join Chelsea and guest Joy Osmanski as they dive into the poignant and candid memoir of comedy icon Margaret Cho. Learn how Margaret uses comedy to survive her childhood, and later Hollywood, when she becomes the first Korean-American to be the lead of a 1994 sitcom that was based on her own life. (Hollywood quickly ruined that of course.) Margaret…

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Beyond The Memoir: An Interview with Delta Burke 58:45

3M ago58:45

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Join Chelsea in a deeply personal and revealing interview with the Emmy-nominated actress Delta Burke. In Delta’s first interview in decades, the “Designing Women” star gets candid about her 1998 memoir, shares insights on overcoming Hollywood’s stereotypes, and reveals how she survived it all to come out the other side happier than ever. Get your …

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Season 2, Episode 13: From Ayrshire to an A-Class Football Legend, with Gordon Smith. 43:27

3M ago43:27

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Gordon Smith, well known for his performances at Kilmarnock, Rangers, and Manchester City, tells his story of living the dream as a football professional.By Lynn Lester

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Rebel Wilson’s Memoir Rebel Rising (with Misha Brown) 1:27:18

3M ago1:27:18

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Join Chelsea and The Big Flop host Misha Brown as they unpack Rebel Wilson's memoir, “Rebel Rising.” Rebel spills the tea about her sex life, body image struggles, and her battles with the media. Plus, we dive into the Sasha Baron Cohen saga and discuss why we're officially over reading about celebrities' trips to Africa. Show Notes: Listen to Chel…

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Cowboy Carter: A Cookie Jar Debrief 18:16

3M ago18:16

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*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Join the book club as we hear from the Cookies and explore reactions to our Taylor Swift/Jessica Simpson episode, discussions on celebrity accountability, and a deep dive into the layers found in Beyoncé's latest work, “Cowboy Carter.” This episode is a true book club in podcast form, bringing together the diverse…

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Beyond the Memoir: Interpreting Britney Spears’ Instagram 57:56

3M ago57:56

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In a follow-up to our deep dive into Britney Spears' memoir, Chelsea and Sarah Fraser delve into the pop legend's current chapter after gaining her autonomy and releasing her groundbreaking memoir. Chelsea and Sarah dissect the pop star's recent Instagram posts, and discuss the impact of trauma, expressing your voice, and the power of a lil heart e…

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Season 2, Episode 12: From high rise flats to broadcast journalist, with Bernard Ponsonby 50:07

3M ago50:07

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Bernard Ponsonby, a high profile broadcaster, tells how he could never have dreamt as a child that one day he’d be interviewing countless Prime Ministers and every single First Minister of Scotland.By Lynn Lester

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Vanessa Williams’ Memoir - You Have No Idea (with Susie Banikarim and Jessica Bennett) 58:50

4M ago58:50

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Chelsea and guests, Susie Banikarim and Jessica Bennett, examine Vanessa Williams and her mother’s joint memoir “You Have No Idea: A Famous Daughter, Her No-nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood, Love, Loss (and Each Other).” From Vanessa being forced to resign as Miss America to finding happiness in Hollywood, we delve into ho…

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Behind The Bangs: How to Edit a Memoir 13:59

4M ago13:59

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*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Chelsea sits down with Grace Towery, her book editor from Hanover Square Press, to peel back the layers of the book publishing process. From the initial pitches to the intricate editing phases and finally, to publication, Chelsea and Grace share personal stories, challenges, and triumphs in the journey to publish …

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Beyoncé, Cowboy Carter, and Unpacking Country Music History (With Sam Sanders) 46:05

4M ago46:05

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Grab your hat and saddle up! Before the release of Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter," Chelsea and Sam Sanders (co-host of the Vibe Check podcast) talk about the times Beyoncé has come closest to memoir-level vulnerability. They share insights on the history of country music, make a few predictions about songs they'd love to hear on the album, and discuss i…

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Love is Blind: Season 6 Reactions and Revelations 1:10:08

4M ago1:10:08

1:10:08

Chelsea and guest Erin Dewey Lennox review the whirlwind that was "Love is Blind” Season 6. Together they unpack the emotional highs and lows, Vanessa Lachey's dress, Nick Lachey's media training, and take a closer look at Jimmy, Jessica, and the EpiPen. Listen to find out why everyone on the show (*ahem* Clay) needs therapy and why we can't seem t…

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Season 2, Episode 11: From a Golfing Caddy to a Global Creative King, with Sir John Hegarty 47:02

4M ago47:02

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Sir John Hegarty, one of the most prolific and respected figures in advertising takes a trip back down memory lane, reminiscing about the good old days.By Lynn Lester

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Snooki’s Memoir Confessions of a Guidette (with Kari Ferrell) 1:02:32

4M ago1:02:32

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We’re going back to the shore! Chelsea and guest Kari Ferrell explore Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi’s world with “Confessions of a Guidette.” The two reminisce about one of reality TV's most unforgettable personalities, get candid about adoption, and do some digital sleuthing around Snooki's kitty litter skin care tips. Show Notes: Kari's Snooki Playlist…

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Season 2, Episode 10: From Car Boot Sales to a Creative Award Winner, with James Cross 51:05

4M ago51:05

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Sometimes life is about being in the right place at the right time, and James Cross, Founder of Meanwhile, tells me about his serendipity past which led him to become an award-winning creative.By Lynn Lester

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Book Talk with Reagan Jackson 24:02

4M ago24:02

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Chelsea and Reagan Jackson (“Still True: The Evolution of an Unexpected Journalist”) sit down for five questions Chelsea would love to be asked as an author, and five questions she’d hate to be asked. Reagan shares insights on the myth of objectivity, how trolls impact journalism, and why her dream party includes guests like James Baldwin sipping o…

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Season 2, Episode 9: From cleaner to TV creator and producer, with Rosemary Reed 52:24

4M ago52:24

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Rosemary Reed tells her fascinating story that changed her world from a proud cleaner to a TV Producer, mingling with the stars.By Lynn Lester

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RuPaul’s Memoir The House of Hidden Meanings (with Wes Perry) 1:10:58

5M ago1:10:58

1:10:58

Everybody say love! Join Chelsea and guest Wes Perry in their picnic day drag, as they sashay through RuPaul’s memoir “The House of Hidden Meanings.” Learn about the Drag Race superstar’s roots in San Diego, his path to sobriety, and all the discarded eyelashes along the way. Show Notes: Watch the video of this episode on our Patreon Holly Madison …

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Ani DiFranco’s Memoir No Walls and the Recurring Dream (with Brittany Ashley) 1:14:10

5M ago1:14:10

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Chelsea and guest Brittany Ashley (Don’t Tell The Babysitter Mom’s Dead) break down Ani DiFranco’s "No Walls and the Recurring Dream.” Take a wild journey through goats, Boofas, and open relationships, as Chelsea and Brittany examine the complexities and convictions that drive the fiercely independent musician’s enduring legacy. Show Notes Ani DiFr…

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Season 2, Episode 8: From Working Class Glasgow to London Strategist, with Allan Blair 42:20

5M ago42:20

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Working class, Allan Blair talks about his rising career, which now sees him as strategist for one of the biggest influencers in marketing, Gary Vaynerchuk of Vayner Media.By Lynn Lester

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Jessica Simpson and Tony Romo vs. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce 37:29

5M ago37:29

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Remember the backlash around Jessica Simpson and Tony Romo? Why does the reaction to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce feel different? Chelsea and producer Corinne Wallace examine media coverage and public perception to uncover exactly why these celebrity romances were treated so differently and what has changed in culture in the past 14 years. Show No…

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Jennifer Lopez's This Is Me... Now Decoded and Notes from the Cookie Jar 22:55

5M ago22:55

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Join us for the first-ever Cookie Jar episode where Chelsea and Glamorous Trash producer Kristina Lopez talk about the buzziest pop culture moments (like J.Lo’s new visual album This is Me… Now) and hear from the cookies themselves! We also share new thoughts on Crystal Hefner's wild episode and discuss how to make adult friends in 2024. Submit a q…

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Season 2, Episode 7: From Baltimore to Global CEO boss, with Beth Ann Kaminkow 56:39

5M ago56:39

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Beth Ann Kaminkow tells her emotional story of growing up in a single parent family and how many lessons in life set her up to become one of the most successful CEOs in advertising. * This recording was made prior to the launch of VML, through a merger of VMLY&R Commerce & Wunderman ThompsonBy Lynn Lester

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Crystal Hefner’s memoir Only Say Good Things (with Cookies Amy and Beth) 1:33:32

5M ago1:33:32

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Dust off your Playboy Bunny belly button rings! Chelsea tackles Crystal Hefner’s memoir along with Cookies Amy and Beth. Together they go inside Hugh Hefner’s empire and examine if there’s anything worse than a moldy mansion with boring orgies. Show Notes: Holly Madison episode Where to support and find our Guests: Amy ACLU The National Council of …

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Season 2, Episode 6: From Knightswood to Hollywood, with Ross King 52:00

5M ago52:00

52:00

Ross King, who has embraced our TV screens for over 3 decades tells his humble story, which eventually led him to Hollywood.By Lynn Lester

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RHOSLC Finale: Redefining Women’s Representation on TV 42:44

5M ago42:44

42:44

Chelsea and Amir Yass break down the incredible “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” finale and explore why the success of women’s stories in Reality TV hasn’t led to more women-centered narrative series. Show Notes: The producers of RHOSLC talk about Reality Von Tease GTT Will Taylor Swift, Beyoncé & Barbie Change Everything?? With Ashley Nicole Bl…

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Ariana Madix’s Single AF Cocktails (with Ronnie Karam) 59:59

5M ago59:59

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Chelsea and Ronnie Karam (host of "Watch What Crappens") dive into Ariana Madix's spirited book, "Single AF Cocktails: Drinks for Bad B*tches." Delight in drinks and drama as Chelsea and Ronnie pour over the "Vanderpump Rules" star's personal stories, new revelations, and disturbingly long garnishes to toast to her heartbreak hustle. Show Notes: GT…

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Season 2, Episode 5: From a kid in Kinross to the Olympic Games, with Eilidh Doyle 46:30

5M ago46:30

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Eilidh Doyle, the most medalled Olympian in Scotland, for track and field, talks about her rise to the top with the support of her family.By Lynn Lester

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Kimberly Guilfoyle’s memoir Making the Case (with Becca Platsky) 1:02:42

6M ago1:02:42

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Chelsea and Becca Platsky (host of the Corporate Gossip podcast) work their way through Kimberly Guilfoyle’s memoir "Making the Case,” a 2015 memoir that provides a glimpse into the life of the former prosecutor turned Fox News host turned Trump campaign figure. Join in as Chelsea and Becca try to make the case for what caused Kimberly to go from a…