Best Normal Gossip Podcasts (2026)

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The Problem Is Certain Death with Allegra Frank 49:33

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We brought Allegra Frank some historical gossip involving a party full of mountain climbers, a long rope, and a bad idea. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at su…

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A Deadly ICE Shooting in Minnesota. Plus, Trump Plays King in Venezuela. 50:19

10h ago50:19

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After a U.S. citizen was shot and killed by an immigration agent, the Department of Homeland Security is sending even more forces to Minneapolis. On this week’s On the Media, how the Trump administration is spinning the narrative around the shooting. Plus, an exiled Venezuelan journalist explains the state of the press in his home country. [01:00] …

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Katie's Year In Recovery (Reheat) 48:28

22h ago48:28

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We follow one woman's attempt to recover from an eating disorder and hear what it’s like to wake up each morning and have to fight a battle not only with food, but more importantly, with yourself. It's a rare look inside one person’s struggle. We also hear from her husband and explore her decision, early in recovery, to become a baker. If anything …

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Mintzy & Riggs Are Roommates! 1:29:52

2d ago1:29:52

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On today’s episode, Riggs breaks down how he’s preparing to share his house for the weekend with the one and only Ben Mintz (1:50). Then, our Closest to the Pin segment returns (16:05), Frankie runs through his list of the states with at least five Top 100 public golf courses (35:45), we dive into a breakdown of American history (56:55), and much m…

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The Forgotten History of the First Sitcom 20:52

3d ago20:52

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Host Brooke Gladstone talks with Emily Nussbaum, television critic for The New Yorker, about the forgotten story of Gertrude Berg, the woman behind the television sitcom, and the anti-communism campaign that clouded her legacy. On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Foll…

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Weapons & Whiplash: When Guns Enter the Custody Chat in High-Conflict Parenting 1:02:38

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TL; DR A real conversation about high-conflict co-parenting when guns, fear, domestic violence, lawyers, and the court enter the picture — and the whiplash that occurs when one parent is treated like a saint one day and a sinner the next. We unpack how parenting whiplash becomes a control tactic, how safety concerns get turned into attacks, how the…

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Circle This 2026 Date In Golf 1:49:47

4d ago1:49:47

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New Year and like everyone else we’ve got resolutions, stories from the holiday break, takes on the Brooks and LIV news, an iconic Jon Cooper update, and a circled date already as the potential day of the year in golf. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. Fo…

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Why Are Root Beer Floats Special? Because Science! 35:03

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Should you rinse ice before you pour a carbonated drink over it? What’s the best way to store fresh bread? And is there a reason to drink room temp water between bites of ice cream? Daniel Gritzer, editorial director of Serious Eats, and Swetha Sivakumar, who writes a food science Substack, join Dan to answer your food science questions. They also …

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Mother-in-Laws: When Grandma Becomes the Third Parent - It’s STILL Your Fault 52:51

2d ago52:51

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TL;DR High-conflict co-parenting doesn’t always stay between the parents. Sometimes it gets handed off to a mother-in-law. This episode breaks down what happens when grandma becomes the parent, boundaries disappear, and pork tips turn into accusations of parental manipulation. We unpack deep relationships that turn superficial, how loyalty to adult…

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Cold Case: Office Fridge Food Theft Edition (Reheat) 25:10

8d ago25:10

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It’s Elkhart, Indiana, 2001. Two inches of Heather Coleman's turkey club disappear from her office fridge. The thief is nowhere to be found. And Heather’s life will never be the same. In this tribute to the hit podcast Serial, we investigate the shocking true story of an office fridge food theft. This episode originally aired on March 12, 2015 and …

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How Debate Took Over the Internet. Plus, a Case for Confronting the Past. 50:24

8d ago50:24

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Political debates are taking over the internet. On this week’s On the Media, hear how one viral Youtube channel is reshaping political discourse. Plus, why the Trump administration is pressuring museums, monuments, and even parks to rewrite history. [01:00] Host Micah Loewinger delves into the meteoric rise of the YouTube channel Jubilee with techn…

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The Rapid Rise of Bari Weiss 19:17

10d ago19:17

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This year, Bari Weiss became the new editor in chief of CBS News. The network’s owner, Paramount, also acquired Weiss’ online publication, The Free Press, for an estimated $150 million. And unconventionally for a news executive, Weiss appeared in front of the camera in December when she hosted a town hall with Erika Kirk. This week, we’re revisitin…

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You Can’t Heal While You’re Still Under Attack: High-Conflict Co-Parenting 1:03:50

7d ago1:03:50

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TL;DR Everyone tells you to heal, but no one talks about doing it while you’re still under attack. We break down how high-conflict co-parenting and toxic divorce dynamics affect your family relationships, friendships, and ability to function at work. Long Description: We keep asking ourselves if we’re healed. Not because anyone else needs to know —…

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Stanley Tucci Always Keeps A Martini Kit On Set 33:32

12d ago33:32

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Stanley Tucci nearly broke the internet in 2021 when he made a Negroni on Instagram. But long before that, the award-winning actor built his career around his love of food. He created the iconic food film Big Night, he’s written best-selling cookbooks, and now he eats his way through Italy on the show Tucci In Italy. In 2021 he released a memoir, T…

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Christmas Custody Chaos: When Your Ex Finds the Pod 55:20

9d ago55:20

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TL;DR Christmas in high-conflict co-parenting is all games — and we are not talking Scrabble. Then Jen’s ex finds the pod, and Happy Holidays turns into The Nightmare Before Christmas. Parenting plans in divorce turn into poems, flexibility appears and disappears on demand, and suddenly… it is all a problem. Welcome to High Conflict Hell. Long Desc…

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A Hip Hop Track Inspired Bryant Terry To Go Vegan (Reheat) 34:22

15d ago34:22

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“So often when we talk about veganism, we don't imagine Black people,” says Bryant Terry, the James Beard Award-winning cookbook author, chef, and educator. But Bryant sees veganism as deeply rooted in Black communities and traditions. And, he points out, veganism is growing faster among Black Americans than among any other group. After publishing …

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Is it Over Yet? 2025 in Review 52:21

15d ago52:21

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And just like that, 2025 is coming to a close. On this week’s On the Media, hear a tour of a 12-month news blitz, from AI to the Pentagon press room to the reshaping of legacy outlets. Plus, what we can expect from the year to come. [02:33] This week, Brooke and Micah review how legacy outlets made big changes in the wake of Donald Trump’s inaugura…

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W.Y.G.P. FOREVER 16:17

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In this thrilling solo episode of Who's Your GOAT Podcast, CaReal breaks down the latest drama in the sports world. The Dallas Cowboys have officially been eliminated from the playoffs, and the San Francisco 49ers are in, sending shock waves through the NFL. CaReal also dives into his predictions for the College Football Playoff as we head into the…

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Holiday Bonus: That's Fourth Wing, Baby! 48:24

15d ago48:24

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We've got a present for you from our secret feed vault! Rachelle, Kelsey, and Brandy gather over a bottle of wine to discuss Rebecca Yarros' FOURTH WING. If you'd like to get in on these monthly extra episodes, subscribe as a Friend or a Friend-of-a-Friend. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus b…

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A Hundred Years of The New Yorker 31:57

17d ago31:57

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The New Yorker turned a hundred this year. And marking the occasion is a new documentary film on Netflix titled: “The New Yorker at 100”. But with some 5000 print issues, and ten decades worth of reporting, illustrating, and editing… where does one even begin? That’s a question staff writer Jelani Cobb brought to the film’s director, Marshall Curry…

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LeBron in the Internet Invitational??? 1:34:13

18d ago1:34:13

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As 2025 comes to a close, the boys wrap up the year with their final episode. They cover everything from Trent’s battle with a stomach bug (3:05) to Mito Pereira’s shocking retirement (23:15), and debate whether noted YouTube golf fan LeBron James might tee it up in next year’s Internet Invitational (40:20). The show wraps with a dose of holiday sp…

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New Year's Food Resolutions 2026 43:47

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What foods do Sporkful listeners resolve to eat more of in the new year, and why? And what’s Dan’s New Year’s food resolution for 2026? All is revealed in our annual year-end spectacular. We also replay one of the Sporkful crew’s favorite episodes of the year. Scott Wiener, founder of Scott’s Pizza Tours, has made a name for himself as one of the m…

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Holidays: Deck the Halls (Not Your Ex) — Custody Chaos in High-Conflict Co-Parenting 1:07:31

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TL;DR Holidays in high-conflict co-parenting are less “silent night” and more screaming fights. Stockings get stuffed with last-minute emails, schedules get ripped apart like wrapping paper, and family court lurks like an unwanted guest who refuses to leave. Long Version: Because in high-conflict custody and divorce, the holidays aren’t “magic.” Th…

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Deep Fakes, Data Centers, and AI Slop — Are We Cooked? 50:06

22d ago50:06

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Donald Trump has signed an executive order limiting state regulation on artificial intelligence. On this week’s On the Media, Republicans spar over AI, and what deregulating the industry means for the rest of us. Plus, how AI fakery got better in 2025. [01:00] Host Brooke Gladstone sits down with Maria Curi, tech policy reporter for Axios and autho…

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Co-Parenting Communication Wars: Read Receipts, Cash App, and Control 58:23

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TL;DR In high-conflict co-parenting, communication and money are weapons. Read receipts become evidence, screenshots get weaponized, and Cash App turns school supplies and skiing into a lesson in control. Long Description This is High Conflict Hell: two single moms living inside it, telling the truth out loud — so you don’t feel crazy for recognizi…

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Weaponized Step Moms: Bonus Mom or Bonus Problems in High-Conflict Co-Parenting 1:03:21

18d ago1:03:21

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TL;DR High-conflict co-parenting explodes when a stepmom gets involved in child custody, communication, and decision-making. If “bonus mom” feels more like “bonus problems,” welcome to the chaos. Long Version: High Conflict Hell is a podcast about high-conflict co-parenting, child custody, divorce, and toxic exes, told through unfiltered conversati…

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Elevating Airplane Food To New Heights (Reheat) 21:13

22d ago21:13

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This episode is chock full of strategies for making your way in one of the world's most barren food wastelands. We cover both the airport and airplane, short domestic flights and long haul international flights, snacks, entrees, and more. We'll tell you how to mix your cocktail, how to use your pretzels to improve your other food, how to get served…

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Debating Player of the Year: Scottie vs. Rory 1:40:23

23d ago1:40:23

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Scottie Scheffler takes home Player of the Year honors for the fourth straight season, prompting the guys to debate whether Rory McIlroy has a case after his illustrious 2025 season (4:50). From there, they discuss coming of age at Barstool and when they finally started to feel like real adults (25:50). The episode wraps with 12 trivia questions fr…

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Big Tech Embraced Fakeness in 2025 30:59

24d ago30:59

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This year, Silicon Valley poured its collective resources in AI. Billions and billions of dollars. But behind the snazzy ads and glowing endorsements, some users and journalists are warning of bigger issues with the largely unregulated industry. Host Brooke Gladstone sits down with Craig Silverman, cofounder of Indicator, a publication dedicated to…

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Monster-in-Law with Chelsea Devantez 44:31

20d ago44:31

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Chelsea Devantez joined us for a story about a family with enough money to buy anything they want—except another one-of-a-kind heirloom hutch. Follow Chelsea on Instagram here and check out Chelsea’s podcast Glamorous Trash here. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secr…

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Frankie Hung Out With NHL Legend Jon Cooper! 1:40:24

25d ago1:40:24

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On today’s episode, Frankie recaps a wild weekend that had him rubbing elbows with NHL legend and Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper (11:30). He breaks down their hang at Borrelli’s and how it led to a friendly wager at Saturday’s game. The guys also dive into a disastrous penalty at Q-School (53:55), sparking a conversation about the inaccu…

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How Do You Steal A Truckload Of Tequila? (Salad Spinner Year In Review) 47:00

26d ago47:00

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From a moisturizer made of beef fat, to bartenders hating on Gen Z, to tariffs, a lot happened this year. (How do you get away with stealing 100,000 eggs and a truckload of Guy Fieri’s tequila?) We cover the biggest and strangest food stories of 2025 in our Salad Spinner Year in Review! Helen Rosner, staff writer at The New Yorker, and Yasmin Tayag…

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Trump Guns for the FTC. Plus, Are We the Losers in the Paramount v Netflix Battle? 51:57

29d ago51:57

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The Supreme Court appears ready to let Donald Trump fire Federal Trade Commission members at will. On this week’s On the Media, why the court’s expansion of presidential powers would impact the entire government. Plus, how two Hollywood giants are squaring off over a massive merger. [02:47] Host Brooke Gladstone sits down with Noah Rosenblum, assoc…

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Patti LaBelle Says She Cooks Better Than She Sings (Reheat) 31:42

29d ago31:42

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Patti LaBelle is not just a music icon, she’s also a food icon. She’s written best-selling cookbooks, hosted a food TV show, and even cooked for Elton John, The Rolling Stones, and Prince. She talks with Dan about touring the segregated South in the ‘60s, the viral video that made her sweet potato pie a Walmart sensation, and the one recipe in her …

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Is Our List Guy Losing It? 1:41:40

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Frankie may be losing his position as our list guy as we battle through a couple great top-10s. We discuss charitable efforts in today’s world, the intricacies of product creation, and much more as we’re together again in Southern California. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-…

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How a Gossip Blogger (almost) Became the Poster Child for First Amendment Rights 23:39

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Last summer, Perez Hilton, the gossip blogger who rose to fame for his scoopy and sometimes vicious takes in the early 2000s, was served a subpoena by Blake Lively's legal team. Perez Hilton decided to resist the subpoena under the argument that he is a journalist who is entitled to protect his sources. Micah speaks with Joel Simon, the longtime fo…

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Legally Binding Meddling with Jasper Wang 44:55

27d ago44:55

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Defector's own Jasper Wang joins us to explore what happens when the people selling you their house have a few extra conditions. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Frien…

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Live From Adidas Golf Headquarters! 1:42:54

1M ago1:42:54

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On today’s episode, the guys are live from adidas Golf headquarters in Carlsbad, California. They cover a wide range of topics, including Frankie questioning how far technology has really come (28:00), Brooks Koepka potentially parting ways with LIV Golf (44:00), which states have the highest percentage of private golf courses (56:50), plus plenty …

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Samin Nosrat’s Success Looked Different Behind Closed Doors 34:48

1M ago34:48

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It’s been eight years since Samin Nosrat published her smash-hit cookbook, Salt Fat Acid Heat. She says her whole adult life was on a trajectory toward that book. But in the aftermath of its success, Samin ended up in a dark place, struggling to understand why achieving her goals didn’t fix her problems. This week she tells us about that time, and …

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Covering the Pentagon, from Sy Hersh to Laura Loomer 1:03:43

1M ago1:03:43

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The New York Times has sued the Pentagon for restricting access to journalists. On this week’s On the Media, meet the new cast of right wing influencers and conspiracy theorists replacing the press corps in the Pentagon. Plus, a new documentary examines the life and work of investigative journalist Seymour Hersh. [01:00] Host Micah Loewinger sits d…

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Can We Go Viral On TikTok? (Reheat) 36:38

1M ago36:38

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TikTok is the wild west of the food media world. It’s less professionalized than Instagram and YouTube, and it holds the promise of virality from the very first time you post. So we wondered: What actually makes a food TikTok go viral? To find out, we consult Bettina Makalintal, a food journalist and culture critic (who also makes her own TikTok vi…

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More Ryder Cup Controversy! Justin Thomas vs. Grounds Crew 1:37:52

1M ago1:37:52

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On today’s episode, we’ve got a full slate of December golf news to unpack. We dive into the latest Ryder Cup controversy, with Justin Thomas’ comments about green speeds—and who might be at fault—stirring up chatter across the golf world (8:30). We also break down Tiger Woods’ recent press conference (41:10), discuss Rory McIlroy’s favorite course…