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Right Answers Mostly

Right Answers Mostly

History is just gossip! Join hosts Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald every Monday as they break down the juiciest stories from history and pop culture over a cocktail!

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Andy Cohen, Our King

RE-RELEASE EPISODE: We're kicking off pride month with the king of Bravo and the king of our hearts, Andy Cohen. We know Andy as the father of the Real Housewives but in this episode we find out about his idyllic childhood in St. Louis, MO and how his love of soap operas were unknowingly prepping him for all things Housewives. We talk about Andy's extensive career as a producer/journalist at CBS before rising the ranks at Bravo and we delve into the personal life of Andy Cohen and the challenges he has faced along the way. From navigating his identity as an openly gay man in the media industry to becoming a father through surrogacy, we explore the impact of his personal experiences on his career and the broader cultural landscape. This is Andy Cohen.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2024-01-22
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Feminist, Sober Pioneer, and Dancing Queen...Betty Ford!

WE'RE BACK, RAMMIES! We are kicking off 2024 with a highly requested episode, Betty Ford. Betty Ford was far more than a first lady. She was an unapologetic feminist, an advocate for women's health, and a pioneer in substance abuse recovery. From her early years as a dancer under Martha Graham, to dancing in the White House, we take you through Betty's remarkable story of boldness, bravery, and recovery. This is Betty Ford!

Breast Cancer tools and resources can be found HERE

Resources and tools for addiction recovery from the Betty Ford center can be found HERE

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2024-01-15
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Gypsy Rose Blanchard (RE-RELEASE)

We're kicking off our Cults Crimes and Conspiracy month with the disturbing case of Gypsy Rose Blanchard and the murder of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard. To the outside world, DeeDee Blancard was a dedicated, loving mother who took care of her gravely ill daughter, Gypsy Rose. Gypsy had been confined to a wheelchair since childhood and and had suffered from a range of serious illnesses, including leukemia and muscular dystrophy...Or so we thought. However, in June 2015, Dee Dee was found brutally murdered in the family's home. The investigation that followed revealed a shocking web of lies and deception that had been made by Dee Dee.

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2023-12-29
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Christmas is sweet yet traumatic (Re-Release)

Grab your milk and cookies! In this surprise Christmas bonus episode, Tess and Claire get high as the star on top the tree and talk all things Christmas. From a Christmas edition of love it or leave it, and the toxicity of Santa Claus, to classic Christmas movie reviews, hop in Santa?s sleigh and take this Christmas journey with them!

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We'll be back with BRAND NEW episodes on January 15th 2024, but in the meantime we'll continue our Patreon with two bonus episodes a month!

2023-12-19
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Ask Us Anything (Last episode of 2023!)

In our last episode of 2023, we answer all the listener questions that y'all so sweetly wrote in. We cover everything from our friendship story, RAM's origin, dating, love, and self care advice to silly and hilarious questions that have us absolutely cracking up. We hope you get to know us better through this episode! We pour our damn hearts out!

Thank you for such an amazing year and we cannot wait for next!

Produced and created by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

For more on where to follow us on social, how to join Patreon, upcoming events and march please go here!

2023-12-11
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Stevie Nicks

The only way we could conclude our Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll month is by covering the reigning queen of Rock & Roll, Stevie Nicks. From learning harmonies as a child with her grandfather and writing her first love song at 16, to meeting Lindsey Buckingham in high school, a meeting that would evenutally change music history. We cover Stevie's journey of joining Fleetwood Mac, striking out on her own and how she continues to nurture artists today. This is Stevie Nicks.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-12-04
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Elvis

This week we are all shook up as we RE-RELEASE our Elvis episode. One of the biggest stars of his generation, we discuss the controversy around him covering black artists music, his tumultuous relationship with his toxic manager and Priscilla, and the rise and fall of the king of rock and roll. 

TRIGGER WARNING: this episode contains

discussion of sexual assault

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo 

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2023-11-27
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The Vibrator

To cover the SEX in "Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll, Tess decided to tackle the vibrator- because what better way to get into the Holiday spirit?

She starts off by debunking a huge myth about how the Vibrator was invented (that was actually finally validated as false in only 2018) and then goes throughout the early 1900s, to the feminist movement in the 70s, to today, to analyze how we talk about and dissect female pleasure and sexual liberation.

Detours include: Sex and the City, childhood horny tendencies and of course, just a lot of sex talk.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo.

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2023-11-20
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The Shroom Boom

In our second episode of Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll, we got the chance to interview Charlotte Cruz, who is the co-founder of Alice Mushrooms. Coming from a background in Food Studies, and her co-founder who was in Pharmaceuticals, we loved getting to chat with another female founder as to why she started this amazing company, focused on wellness for women...in the bite of a delicious piece of chocolate. Who doesn't love that?

We picked her brain about the benefits of functional mushrooms, the rise in popularity of mushrooms in general from using them as medicine, to microdosing to tripping, and also learned about the struggle to legalize Psilocybin in this country.

If you want to know more about Alice Mushrooms, head to their website here and to see the work they are doing to help female veterans at The Hope Project check that out here

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

For merch, our patreon link, social media, and tickets, please visit our page for all the RAM details!

2023-11-13
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Britney Jean Spears

We are kicking off our Sex, Drugs, and Rock and Roll month with the icon that is Britney Jean Spears. From her childhood in Louisianna and her meteoric rise to fame, to the intense media scrutiny and paparazzi frenzy that surrounded Britney and the horrific conservatorship that controlled her life for over a decade and lead to the #FreeBritney movement. Detours include Friends, Sonic and The Real Housewives.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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Resources regarding information on conservatorships, alternatives to conservatorships, and knowing your rights:

?https://www.disabilityrightsca.org/resources/conservatorship?

?https://supportwithoutcourts.org/sdm-resources/?

?https://www.aclu.org/issues/disability-rights/integration-and-autonomy-people-disabilities/supported-decision-making?

2023-11-06
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The Creepy History Behind Halloween

In today's special RE-RELEASE HALLOWEEN episode, Tess and Claire brew over the history of halloween, where the traditions came from and what cultures influenced them, including the stigma against black cats, witches and more! Then they do their favorite "Love it or Leave it- Halloween Edition" and of course reminisce over costumes, halloween parties, and of course...candy. 

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-11-03
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The Queen of The Air, Amelia Earhart

You Rammies have been asking for months now so of course we had to deliver. Tess takes us through the history of Amelia Earhart, starting with her childhood adventurous spirit, to her multiple careers in and out of aviation, and of course, the disappearance of her during her final flight in her 40th year. We were so inspired by her determination and joy she had, still inspiring so many women today.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-10-23
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Your least favorite teacher: Mary Kay Letourneau

In this week's episode, we have guest and friend of the pod, Shannon Dee host to take on the rather disturbing subject of Mary Kay Letourneau, the elementary school teacher who fell in love, and ended up marrying, her 6th grade male student in the 90s...they first met when he was in 2nd grade and started their "affair" in 6th grade.

This was a media frenzy and one of the first of its kind, because the public had such a difficult time believe a woman and teacher could be this predatory.

While many themes in this episode are shocking, it is also very heartbreaking and may be triggering to some. We'd like to offer a SA and rape trigger for the entire episode.

If you know any child who you suspect is being groomed, please contact your local Child Protection Services.

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2023-10-16
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The Black Dahlia

We are officially kicking off spooky season with one of the most infamous unsolved murders, The Black Dahlia. In the 1940s in Los Angeles, Elizabeth Short was found mutilated and drained of blood in open field. In this episode we learn all about who Elizabeth Short was before her tragic end, the details of the horrific event, and of course try to solve the mystery ourselves.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains disturbing material.

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2023-10-09
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Spilling the Tea with Real Housewife of Potomac, Candiace

In our first in-person Housewife interview, we got the chance to chat and gossip with The Real Housewife of Potomac, Candiace Dillard Bassett. We talk about how she found our podcast and why she thinks it resonates with so many women (which...we can die happy now.) Then we discuss her music career, creative influences from childhood, what going on tour and a tour bus is really like, and finally talked all things Housewives and even exclusive tea from this season! And yes, we did get a chance to ask her the fan questions you wrote in!

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CANDIACE is a singer, songwriter, actress, entrepreneur, personality, and philanthropist, Candiace Dillard Bassett shines as brightly as possible in each respective lane. Racking up millions of streams and views on her solo music, appearing in films for BET and NETFLIX, running various businesses, and entertaining audiences on BRAVO?s The Real Housewives of Potomac, she consistently turns heads and inspires witheverything she does. Music has always remained close to her heart. She landed a deal with MNRK and unveiled her full-length debut Deep Space in 2021. Top 25 on the Billboard Current R&B Albums Chart, with Anita Baker and Toni Braxton both professing their fandom. Upcoming, she will be releasing her newest single off her Deep Space Deluxe album called "Fine Whine" which is set to be played in the new Noah's Arc film airing on MTV. Candiace is currently on tour performing around the country and we will be expecting new music next year.

2023-10-02
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Sororities

In our last episode of back to school month, Tess takes us through the origins of Greek life and how sororities came to be. We go all the way back to the 1800s and discuss where women fit into higher education and the fear that egnitted in our country. Then, we go through the turn of the century, honoring Black women in higher education, and finally into the 60s/70s to modern day Greek life and dissect and critique the system, going over the many problematic traditions such as hazing and the double standard of fraternity brothers vs sorority sisters. Of many stories along the way of Tess's own experience as a Delta Zeta over ten years ago. Spoiler: she got in trouble for talking a lot. Enjoy this episode and let's pretend we are doing a secret hand shake right now.

TW, SA: We cannot dive into the history of Greek life without talking about sexual assault on campus.

National Sexual Assault Hotline

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2023-09-25
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Watergate

In this rerelease of the 10th episode of RAM Claire investigates one of the biggest U.S. political scandals: Watergate. From Nixon's paranoia about the Pentagon Papers to the attempted break-in at the Watergate Building? and various other failed cover-ups? this is Watergate.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-09-18
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Stockholm Syndrome. The Plot Line to A Hallmark Movie

You've heard the term Stockholm Syndrome, but do you know the story behind it? In this week's Lambie, we take you through bizarre story of a bank robbery in Stockholm, Sweden that ended in what some could call a love story.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-09-11
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Did Shakespeare invent the Rom Com?

In this weeks first Lambie episode (our minisodes) Tess takes us through the history of theater, exploring gender norms and finishing with some fun facts on the one and only, William Shakespeare and his time at the Globe in London. Tess and Claire incorporate some theater games and quizzes along the way. If you?re a theater kid?this episode is for you.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-09-04
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Selena, The Queen of Tejano

In this week's episode, Claire shares the inspirational yet tragic story of the Queen of Tejano, Selena Quintanilla. From breaking down barriers in a male-dominated music genre to creating her own fashion line, she became the most prominent Mexican American singer and a cultural icon.

Created and produced by: Claire Donald & Tess Bellomo

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2023-08-28
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The Chicks Are Our Heroes!

This week dive into the incredible journey of the empowering, and fiercely unapologetic trio, The Chicks. Not only did these three shatter barriers and challenged norms in the male-dominated music industry, they showed resilience, innovation, and taught young woman to not back down! Prepare to ignite your feminine rage, this is... The Chicks!!

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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Sources: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2021/09/9-11-when-pop-culture-went-into-patriotic-overdrive/, https://abcnews.go.com/US/20-years-911-islamophobia-continues-haunt-muslims/story?id=79732049, https://www.vulture.com/2020/07/the-chicks-career-history-timeline.html, https://www.texasmonthly.com/arts-entertainment/chicks-in-the-wilderness/ https://www.cmt.com/news/vi3iev/nashville-skyline-shut-up-and-sing, You?re wrong about Pod, Shut Up and Sing Documentary,

2023-08-21
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Whitney Houston

In this episode, Tess takes the mic to share the legacy of queen, Whitney Houston. From the early years of breaking all time records to her tumultuous relationship with Bobby Brown and the press, we talk through her heartbreaking, yet iconic journey as one of the most famous pop stars and divas of our time. This is Whitney. 

This episode contains accounts of sexual assault, violence, and substance abuse. 

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo.

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2023-08-14
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The Goddess of Autotune, Cher

In our first episode of Women in Music Month, we listened to the fans and are giving you the history of Cher. From her tumultuous childhood with her struggling actress mother, to her early years of producing her own work even in middle school, we talk about the Sonny of it all, her infamous belly button, the acting career, and of course, her hatred for most men in this world. Cher is queen, icon, and legend and we couldn't be more excited to give people an insight into her (autotune) and legacy! "Mom, I AM a rich man!" -Cher

Created and produced by: Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-08-07
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The OJ Simpson Trial

You asked for it, begged for it really, so we're giving it to ya. In our final episode of Sport's Month, we're wrapping it up with the trial of the century, The OJ Simpson Trial. We uncover the jaw-dropping twists and turns, from the "white Bronco chase" that had the nation glued to their screens to the gripping courtroom drama that spanned for eleven months. This is the trial of the century.


This episode contains graphic content.

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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2023-07-31
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Steroids...Ozempic's Douchey Brother

You can't talk about sports and scandals without mentioning steroids. This week Claire takes us through the shocking history of Anabolic steroids. From their questionable origins to all the celebrities who have admitted to using them...or gotten caught, we are giving you all the juicy details!

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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2023-07-24
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The Romanovs

We are rereleasing one of our OG episodes! Claire takes us on a ?journey to the past,? where we learn about the fall of the last imperial family of Russia, The Romanovs. From hemophilia and mystical healers to public scrutiny and an untimely execution, we learn what ended the family?s reign ? and what almost saved them.

Created and produced by: Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-07-17
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The Tale of Two Ice Princesses

In our first episode of Sports Month, Tess takes us through Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding's background and what led up to one of the biggest sports scandals in history when Tonya's husband arranged for a hit man to attack Nancy before the 1994 Olympics. The episode is filled with a lot of debunking of facts the media imbedded into our heads since this occurred almost 30 years ago, and how the women have since moved on and talked about it and why we are so obsessed with pinning women against each other and this idea of the "good girl" vs "bad girl."

Trigger warning: This episode contains some brief mentions about sexual assault and eating disorders. If that isn't for you today, skip! However we do warn our audience before we talk about those two triggers.

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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2023-07-10
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Before Margot Robbie, there was Barbie (Re-release)

In this episode, Tess takes us through the history and controversy of the iconic toy doll, Barbie. Claire and Tess express some of the ways in which this doll personally effected their childhood and womanhood, diving into the complicated and unfair societal norms of body image and beauty for young girls. While she was revolutionary, she was also harmful, and like most things in history, nothing is black or white. Except her famous bathing suit... This is Barbie.

This episode contains conversation around Eating Disorders.

Created and produced by: Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-07-03
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Why Heather Dubrow is The Ultimate Housewife

In our final episode for Queer Icons Month, we have the Queen of the OC, Mrs. Heather Dubrow. We have always been inspired and moved by the fact that Heather came back to Housewives after a hiatus to show representation of the LGBTQ community by highlighting her children's journey. We talk to Heather about visibility, acceptance, what it means to be a mom, and of course we get into juicy details about Season 17 of The Real Housewives of Orange County with some fan questions.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-06-29
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Queer Cannabis History (with guest Andrew Freeman)

Tess and Claire sit down with co-founder of Drew Martin, Andrew Freeman, to discuss their favorite botanical joints. Andrew talks about both the challenges and joy of creating a brand in a space where not a lot of the LGBTQ community have been invited into it, and the history of cannabis specifically in the queer community from icons such as Harvey Milk championing for marijuana as medicine when the Ragaen administration ignored the HIV and AIDS crisis. Andrew debunks theories about sativa vs indica, (we were shocked) explains the intentional choices behind the botanical blends that their joints are infused with, and lucky for us, tells his love story with Drew. Enjoy this episode, please smoke responsibly, and happy pride!

Visit drewmartin.co as a California resident for 10% off their joints using code: RAM10

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Use code RAM10 for 10% off ?Carawayhome.com?

Visit their website to buy some yourself at www.drewmartin.co

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What Drew Martin is doing for Pride:

For Pride this year, the brand will introduce ?One Queer Pre-Roll.? In California, $1 from every pre-roll at @medmensocial goes directly to @theuwcofficial ? centering Black Trans culture, the Unique Woman?s Coalition has provided mentorship, scholarship, and resources in support of the trans and non-binary community for over 20 years. Our allies at MedMen will be generously matching every donation with an additional $1!

In New York, $1 from every pre-roll at:

@unionsquaretravelagency goes directly to @glits_inc ? centering Black trans leadership, GLITS creates holistic solutions to the health and housing crises faced by TGBLQIA+ individuals experiencing systemic discrimination at intersecting oppressions impacted by racism and criminalization through a lens of harm reduction, human rights principles, social justice and community empowerment. Our allies at Union Square Travel Agency will be generously matching every donation with an additional $1!

@gotham.ny goes directly to the Sylvia Rivera Law Project?s work to guarantee that all people are free to self-determine gender identity and expression, regardless of income or race, and without facing harassment, discrimination or violence.

@housingworkscannabis goes directly to @housingworks comprehensive array of services to more than 30,000 homeless and low-income New Yorkers living with and affected by HIV/AIDS.

2023-06-19
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1980s Ball Culture in New York

To continue to celebrate Pride Month, Tess takes us back to New York in the 1980s when voguing was all the rage and ball culture was on the rise. Many people of color in the LGTBQ community found comfort and creativity competing in "Ballroom". We talk about the amazing categories, what VOGUE really is (Not Madonna's idea) the amazing community and Houses built through this, and unfortunately how the HIV and AIDS crisis effected these artists. Strike a pose and let's get into it!

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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2023-06-12
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The Ultimate Cool Girl: Kate Moss, with guest Genevieve Angelson

In our final episode for Fashion Month, we have actress Genevieve Angelson on to discuss the coolest grungiest chic in the game, Kate Moss, and her legacy in fashion, especially in the 1990s. We go into Kate's childhood, early modeling days that were quite painful and problematic, Johnny Depp, and how she became a controversial party girl, losing brand deals and more because of some infamous footage.

Genevieve Angelson is a Broadway, television, and film actress. You may recognize her from roles in "The Handmaids Tale", Apple TV's, "The After Party", Netflix's "New Amsterdam", and the iconic lead in Amazon's cult favorite, "Good Girls Revolt." She's also a writer who frequently contributes to Town & Country Magazine, Refinery 29, and Elle. Follow her @genevieveangelson

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2023-05-29
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Bonus: Kyle Richard's White Party Recap

Surprise! *Jill Zarin voice* We are giving you a bonus episode all about our experience being invited to Kyle Richard's (Real Housewives of Beverly Hills) annual White Party that was at Sofi Stadium this past Saturday. We spill the tea, say who was our favorite, what we saw filming, and go into the musical performance of our lifetime.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-05-22
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The origins of the Corset and Shapewear

In this episode for Fashion Month, we take a look at the origins of one of the most controversial pieces of women's clothing, the Corset. Tess evaluates it's complications in the fashion world since the 15th century to how it has evolved today, to a more sexualized statement piece. Interestingly enough, we go into the 60s/70s liberation movement and what was happening to trends around small waists, and then discuss the start of Shapewear with the brand Spanx, and the pros and cons of compressing our bodies with these materials. Detours include: Titanic, Victoria's Secret, buying your first thong, and always...Bravo. This is the Corset.

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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2023-05-22
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Vanderpump Rules Finale w/guest Hannah Brown

In a surprise bonus episode this week, we sit down with actor and content creator Hannah Brown to discuss all things Bravo and of course the heart wrenching Vanderpump Rules finale that aired last night. We talk about Hannah's relationship to Bravo, how her feelings have changed over the 10 seasons for the characters, and of course all things Scandavol, dissecting THE conversation between him and Ariana, Schwartz, and LVP. Tangents include: even More Bravo references.

Created and hosted by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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Find Hannah Brown on instagram @hannahabrown and Tiktok @Hannahabrown0

Listen to her gossip girl podcast, You Know You Love Us

2023-05-18
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André Leon Talley, THE fashion trailblazer

We're kicking off fashion month with a fashion industry icon and trailblazer, André Leon Talley. From his early years growing up in the Jim Crow-era South to his rise to prominence as a fashion journalist and Vogue's first African-American male creative director. Join us as we dish on everything from his infamous caftans and his time at Vogue magazine to his juicy stories of Anna Wintour and Karl Lagerfeld...we spill it all.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault and eating disorders

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-05-15
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Why Lorena Bobbitt was justified

In our last episode of "Cults, Crimes, and Conspiracies Month" we examine the case of Lorena and John Bobbitt, the infamous trial of the "mad woman" who cut off her husband's penis. We dissect why Lorena was torn apart by the public and press, when in reality she was the victim of abuse and rape, and we go into the political climate in America in the 90s, and why our ideas around domestic violence were so limited and minimized women.

TG: this episode contains many discussions around sexual assault, rape, and domestic violence. For more information on domestic violence, please visit this link, Sexual Violence Resources, for support groups, legal help, hot lines, and more.

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2023-05-01
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Bonus: How do we go to the Met Gala?

In this week's episode, to honor the start of May and to give you Rammies a GORGEOUS bonus episode because we love you, we are talking everything Met! From its origins and founders, to its many controversial themes, guests, fights, and more, we break it all down for you before going into our top three (maybe five-ten because you know we're longwinded and have a lot of feelings) favorite and least favorite looks of all time. Happy First Monday in May, you fashion girlies!

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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2023-04-27
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Jonestown... Don't Drink the Kool-Aid

We've covered a crime, a conspiracy, and now we explore one of the most notorious cults in history - the Jonestown cult.

We start with the twisted mind of cult leader Jim Jones, spoiler alert, he comes with childhood trauma! And there it is. We'll also take a look at the chilling events that led up to the tragic mass suicide/murder of over 900 people in the jungles of Guyana from drinking cyanide-laced Kool-Aid

Join us as we uncover the dark secrets of Jonestown. Detours include Vanderpump Rules, trash fashion and tarot card readers.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-04-24
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The Disappearance of Malaysia Flight 370

In our conspiracy episode of the month, Tess describes the disappearance of Flight MH370 that shook the world in 2014. In all of aviation mysteries, this one is absolutely maddening as we try to solve the mystery of why the plane went suddenly off the radar, the unanswered questions from devastated family and friends, and the conspiracy theories around it.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo.

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2023-04-17
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Bonus Celebrity Gossip Patreon Episode!

We wanted to surprise you Rammies and give you a taste of what it's like to be a Patreon member. Every month we release two bonus episodes where we spill major tea and you can really get to know us. Join our Patreon HERE for all our previous episodes, two bonus episodes a month, joining our close friends list on Instagram and more.

In this episode we discuss Emrata + Harry Styles, what is going on with the Kardashians and the Met Gala, Gwen's ski accident, Reese Witherspoon's divorce, Vanderpump drama, and the Jelena of it all still. Enjoy!

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-04-06
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Ask us...literally anything

In this week's juiciest episode, we're answering all the questions about love, life, porn, Real Housewives and more. We even tell our friendship origin story and spill the tea about the kindest and meanest celebrities we've ever encountered in Los Angeles.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-04-03
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Why Gloria Steinem couldn't be hot and smart

To end Influential Women's Month, we of course had to end with one of the most famous feminists in history, Gloria Steinem. In this episode, we not only talk about Gloria's upbringing with her anxious mother that influenced her to vouch for women's needs and mental health, but have a discussion about the Women's Movement that was happening in the 1960s: the state of contraception, the limitations women experienced at work, sexual harassment reproductive rights, and more. Dive into the 60s with us, burn your bras, and welcome to Gloria Steinem.

Created and Produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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2023-03-27
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Frida Kahlo was more than just her unibrow

On our 3rd week of Influential Women's month, we dive deep into the life and work of Frida Kahlo, the fearless woman who endured pain, tragedy, and even a tumultuous love life. We'll explore how her self-portraits captured both her physical and emotional pain, and how her work challenged the dominant artistic traditions of her time. From her early struggles as a young artist to her rise as a feminist icon, Claire and Tess cover all the juicy details of Frida's life. This is Frida Kahlo.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo 

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2023-03-20
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The Icon Oprah Winfrey & Her Controversies

In this week's episode, Tess covers the one, the only, Oprah Winfrey. Although she needs no introduction, we wanted to find out more about her childhood, early life, and how she became the mogul she is today. We start with her challenging beginnings, to her college career which led her to TV and radio, and of course cover her infamous Oprah Winfrey show, controversial guests, rumors, and accomplishments. 

TW: This episode contains conversation around sexual assault and eating disorders. 

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald 

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2023-03-13
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Dolly Parton is An Angel on Earth

Today we're taking a deep dive into the life of the one and only Dolly Parton - the queen of rhinestones, wigs, and big hair. We start in the Great Smokey Mountains of East Tennessee where Dolly grew up, singing and playing music from an early age. We find out how Dolly got her big break in Nashville, and how she met her very secretive husband of 57 years, Carl Dean. We break down Dolly's classic looks and phrases and her extensive philanthropy work including the Imagination Library and donating $1 million to COVID19 research. And because we can't help ourselves, we do a line reading from the infamous Dolly Parton, Barbara Walters interview. This is DOLLY PARTON! 

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo 

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2023-03-06
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Bennifer (Ben & J.Lo)

To end our Childhood Nostalgia month, what better way than to recreate the problematic but fascinating celebrity gossip tabloids frenzy and give you a couple that changed the way we view celebrity spouses, the one, the only: Bennifer. Tess gives a bit of insight into Jennifer and Ben's life both personally and professionally before they met, and then they dive into the chaos of their early 2000s relationship, to the breakup of our generation, and then finally to the reconciliation of our lives. Detours of course include America's sweetheart Jennifer Garner, J.Lo's almost arrest (?) and Ben's dark demons. This is Bennifer.

Created and hosted by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-02-27
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NSYNC vs. Backstreet Boys

Claire takes us through the most iconic battle of all time. One that has caused tears, betrayal and confusion. We are covering...NSYNC vs Backstreet Boys. From a blimp hanger in Orlando to becoming the biggest boybands of all time and all drama in between, this the battle of the boybands...and we want it that way. 

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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2023-02-20
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Myspace, AIM, and Limewire

In this week's episode, Tess takes us through the nostalgia and the joy that was the early internet from the mid 90s to the Early 2000s. We dive into three of the most influential internet sensations to us as pre-teens and teenagers such as: MySpace, AIM Instant Messaging and Limewire. Ah, the good old days of pirating music. Join us on this dive into the past as we giggle about screen names, away messages, Top 8, law suits, and more. And remember: g2g but lyl. 

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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2023-02-13
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I Want My MTV!

We're kicking off our Childhood Nostalgia Month with a brand that defined a generation, MTV. We reminisce on the days of watching TRL and the top 40 video countdown, the scandals of the VMA'S and the reality shows that changed our lives forever. (Just us?) From "Video Killed The Radio Star" to Miley twerking with a foam finger, This is MTV.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo 

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2023-02-06
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