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Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott delivers your weekly dose of pop culture with the Parting Shot. Every week you’ll get celebrity interviews, award show coverage, and the rundown on exactly what to watch, read, and listen to in culture. Consider the Parting Shot your one stop shop for everything pop culture.
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Recap and Opinions of the 90 Day Fiance Franchise brought to you by your favorite high school teachers: Miss H and Mr O. Miss H has been riding this Hot Mess Express since day 1, and Mr O hopped on (or was dragged on) at the last stop. Join them for snark and teachable moments on every 90 day journey!
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On this podcast episode, Miss H and Mr O discuss Episodes 7 - 9 of Season 9 of Happily Ever After. On these episodes: Andrei lies to Libby about his Moldovan investment, then Libby gets into it with Loren at Yara's dog business launch party, Darcy is an emotional wreck when meeting Georgi's parents, Adnan has to look like a Luxury Dad when baby Zey…
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Domhnall Gleeson Feels the Legacy of ‘The Office’ on ‘The Paper’
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24:16Of the new sitcom The Paper, about a struggling Midwestern newspaper and its staff, Domhnall Gleeson is quick to note that while it shares a universe with The Office (they share the same mockumentary crew and a cast member), its motivation is different. “I think the people who go into work in this workplace, their reason for going to work is very d…
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End Credits: Taylor Swift's Engagement and the Cracker Barrel Logo War with Sirius XM’s John Hill
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23:25Grab your friendship bracelets and a side of country-fried steak, because we are covering the full spectrum of American culture today. John Hill (Sirius XM’s Andy Cohen Live and The News With John Hill) joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to cover Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement and the drama happening over at Cracker Barrel. It's a high-low …
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Grace Van Patten on Reclaiming Amanda Knox's True Story for Hulu
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19:26Grace Van Patten has one word to describe having the opportunity to portray Amanda Knox in Hulu’s The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox—grateful. “I was really, really grateful to be a part of something that was giving Amanda a chance to reclaim her story,” she told Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott. To capture Knox’s mindset, Van Patten leaned into the confusion…
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5 Signs You're Ready for a Financial Glow-up
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12:42You’ve worked hard and checked every financial box—so why doesn’t it feel like enough? If you ever find yourself celebrating one moment and stressing over your bank account the next, you’re not alone. Discover the subtle signs that it’s finally time for your financial glow-up. In this episode, April Schoen, financial advisor at Curry Schoen Financi…
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The End Credits for the Week: Luxury, Lies, and Louis Vuitton (with Kackie)
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33:56Louis Vuitton dropped its new makeup line, and the prices are... INSANE! (Who is buying this stuff?!) Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott brings in beauty influencer (and friend of the pod) Kackie to help decide if it's iconic or just a cash grab. (Spoiler alert: It’s a cash grab.) PLUS, we're sounding off on the Muppets coming to Broadway, Kesha's omnisexual…
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Emmy Nominee Michael Urie Spills on 'Shrinking', 'Oh, Mary!', and ‘Ugly Betty’
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26:12He's an Emmy nominee, a Broadway star, and an absolute delight. The one and only Michael Urie stopped by the Newsweek office in New York for a live chat with H. Alan Scott to discuss it all! Hear him talk about his nomination for Shrinking, what it's like having Harrison Ford in his phone, his current stage hit Oh, Mary!, and whether he thinks we'l…
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BONUS: ‘The Roses’ Director Jay Roach on Directing Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch
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27:30Director Jay Roach (Austin Powers, Bombshell) joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott for a can't-miss conversation about his new film, 'The Roses.' He shares what it was like directing Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman. "You could just have the cameras be in the right place and trust the great script,” Roach says about their talent. From iconic comedi…
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Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch's War of Wit in 'The Roses'
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19:15“We had wanted to work together for a long time,” Benedict Cumberbatch tells Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott, reflecting on the project that finally united him with Olivia Colman. The new film adaptation of Warren Adler’s 1981 novel The War of the Roses was also made into a hit 1989 film starring Michael Douglas, Kathleen Turner and Danny DeVito. “It take…
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Jeff Hiller on His 'Somebody Somewhere' Emmy Surprise
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30:18He’s the friend we all wish we had as Joel on HBO's Somebody Somewhere, and now he's an Emmy nominee! The wonderful Jeff Hiller joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to talk about his shocking—and richly deserved—nomination. We discuss his new book, Actress of a Certain Age: My Twenty Year Trail to Overnight Success, a hilarious and honest look at his 20-…
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End Credits: The Man Behind the Weapons Movie Meme: Clayton Farris
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33:34He’s stealing scenes in the new movie Weapons and his hot dog moment is already legendary, but there’s more to Clayton Farris than meets the eye. The actor and social media star joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to talk about his viral fame on and off the big screen. Most importantly, Clayton opens up about a major misconception. While audiences are w…
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Storm clouds can form on your financial horizon at any time—are you truly prepared to weather the next crisis? Discover the secrets to resilience, clarity, and action when financial uncertainty strikes—without feeling overwhelmed or lost. In this episode, April Schoen walks you through the essential steps to weather any financial storm, blending re…
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Bulgarian Romance and Las Vegas Whores
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1:18:44On this podcast episode, Miss H and Mr O discuss Episodes 4-6 of Season 9 of Happily Ever After. On these episodes, Yara gives her dog a very confusing name, Andrei shows off Moldovan real estate, Darcey gets to Bulgaria and convinces herself that Georgi is embarrassed of her, Guillermo moves out and misses Kara's bachata show, Brandon and his folk…
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End Credits: Superman Joins ICE? Making Sense of The Week with Gianmarco Soresi
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28:13From Mar-a-Lago to the Hollywood Hills, things are getting weird, so we called in the great Gianmarco Soresi to help us process. On the docket: Why is Trump coming for the beloved Gayle King? What’s behind the GOP’s newfound obsession with Sydney Sweeney? And in the most shocking career pivot of the year, why did Dean Cain announce he's joining ICE…
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Will The Gilded Age's "Clock Twink" Finally "Get Into Some Trouble"? Ben Ahlers Weighs In.
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26:14We’re winding the clock with Ben Ahlers, who plays fan-favorite Jack Treacher on The Gilded Age! In our chat, we dive into the incredible social media response to the series and Ben's reaction to being affectionately dubbed the "clock twink." Ben also breaks down Jack's massive Season 3 arc, which saw his character finally find success and wealth w…
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What Manny Jacinto Learned From Lindsay Lohan & Jamie Lee Curtis on 'Freakier Friday'
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19:48Manny Jacinto knows just how special Freakier Friday (August 8) is. “This Freaky Friday story means a lot to so many people.” In the new film, Jacinto plays Eric, a single dad engaged to Lindsay Lohan’s Anna. Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis both reprise their roles from the 2003 original about a mother-daughter switching identities. “I had the benefit o…
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Inside the King of the Hill Revival with the Showrunner & Cast
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29:56Get ready for a trip back to Arlen, Texas! We chatted with an all-star lineup from the past and future of King of the Hill: showrunner Saladin Patterson, and iconic voice actors Stephen Root (Bill), Toby Huss (Kahn), and Lauren Tom (Minh). We get the inside scoop on reviving the series for a modern audience while preserving its unique heart and sou…
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A Conversation with Marc Maron on Panic, Politics, and Podcasting
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27:54Marc Maron joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to break down his incredible new HBO comedy special, Panicked. Holding nothing back, he argues that a comic doesn’t have a responsibility to be political in the age of Trump. "I do not think it's that comics' responsibility to do anything but be funny." To that, Maron roasts the left for its infighting, jok…
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End Credits: Zach Noe Towers Joins for Celebrity Romance Rumors, Scandals & Bad Decisions
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33:46This week, comedian Zach Noe Towers joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott for a whirlwind ride through the pop culture circus you didn’t know you needed. We’re talking the totally random (and kind of perfect?) romance rumors between Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson, the alleged Katy Perry–Justin Trudeau connection that has the internet ina. tizzy, and why …
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Trump’s Tariffs Could Ruin Your Makeup Bag: A Chat with the Lipstick Lesbians
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57:22What do rising beauty prices and a full beat have in common? Trump’s tariffs. In this episode, we break down how the beauty industry could be the next casualty in the ongoing trade war — from skyrocketing costs on imported cosmetics to the impact on your go-to lipstick shades. Joining us to unpack the glam and the gloom are the fabulous Lipstick Le…
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End Credits: Hot Takes & Higher Standards with Franchesca Ramsey
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39:26This week Franchesca Ramsey joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to sift through the pop culture chaos that was this week. We’re talking Trisha Paytas’ reincarnation theory following the death of Ozzy Osbourne (yes, really). Also, after the deaths of Osbourne, Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and Hulk Hugan, could people just stop dying this week?! …
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Avoid These Three Mistakes With Your Retirement Plans
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33:07What if your retirement feels more like a question mark than a dream come true? Most people think they’re prepared—until the freedom finally arrives, and with it, uncertainty. Have you forgotten to plan for what really matters after the alarm clock stops? In this episode, April Schoen helps you design a roadmap for the life you want—with clarity, c…
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On this podcast episode, Miss H and Mr O discuss Episodes 1-3 of Season 9 of Happily Ever After. On these episodes, Andrei ruins the dinner party with Alexei, Loren, Jovi and Yara with his alpha ultimatum talk, Gino tries to get over / show up Jasmine with a new fling, Darcey seems to not understand what modest clothing is, Guillermo is trying to s…
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End Credits: Snack Talk and Hot Topics with Mamrie Hart
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39:00The hilarious Mamrie Hart joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to dish on her new vegetarian cookbook, 'All I Think About Is Food'! She sticks around to break down the week's chaos: Beyoncé's stolen music (DON’T LEAVE LUGGAGE UNATTENDED), Trump's bizarre Coke announcement (doesn’t the president have better things to do?), remembering Connie Francis, and …
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For Sterling K. Brown, Hulu’s ‘Washington Black’ is About Finding Black Joy
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20:04For Sterling K. Brown, part of the appeal of producing and starring in Hulu’s Washington Black (July 23) was mentoring Ernest Kingsley Jr., the young actor playing the title character. “If I’m in a position where I can help somebody get an opportunity to do it, that means a lot to me, because your legacy isn’t just the work that you do, it’s the op…
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‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ Reboot: A Summer Must-See
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33:15As a writer and a fan of the original I Know What You Did Last Summer, Sam Lansky knew he wanted to do right by everyone who loved the original before co-writing (with Jennifer Kaytin Robinson) the script for the new reboot of the franchise. “I hope fans will have a really good time, because you will recognize things and be like, ‘Oh sh**, I see wh…
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There’s No Stopping Jean Smart: ‘It's Very Hard to Say No’
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30:29When Jean Smart first read the play ‘Call Me Izzy,’ she had one response. “I just had to do it.” Smart is taking a break from winning multiple Emmys for her portrayal of Deborah Vance on ‘Hacks’ to tackle the one-person Broadway show about Isabelle Scutley, a Southern woman trapped in an abusive marriage who, despite it all, finds her voice through…
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Retirement planning should feel empowering—not overwhelming. But what happens when you’re faced with a maze of options, perplexing pension choices, and high-stakes decisions that keep you up at night? In this episode, John and April unravel the complexities of retirement planning for Florida Retirement System (FRS) members—making it clearer, simple…
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End Credits: A Wild Week of Insane Headlines with KCRW's Sam Sanders
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46:50You're not going to want to miss this one. Sam Sanders, the brilliant host of KCRW's pop culture podcast The Sam Sanders Show, joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to help make sense of a truly chaotic week in news and entertainment. They unpack the complicated and stunning verdict in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial and what it means. Then, it's time for so…
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On this podcast episode, Miss H and Mr O discuss the tell all part 2 and last episode of Season 16 of 90 Day Fiancé. Shekinah and Sarper team up with Stevi and Mahdi in a fight with Any, Matt, Amani, and Danielle (a former cast mate). Everyone else just looks on like they're all nuts. Since it's the last episode, we do our power rankings of all 15 …
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End Credits: Anna Roisman Joins to Breakdown This Week in Pop Culture, Politics and News
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35:06Comedian and professional multi-hyphenate Anna Roisman joins Newsweek’s H. Alan for a chaotic-good deep dive into the things that really matter: Zohran Mamdani’s political hotness, Barbra Streisand’s eternal reign, the unhinged world of FYC Emmy campaigning, Anna Wintour stepping down from VOGUE, and—yes—And Just Like That. (Oh, an H. Alan opens a …
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How Allison Williams Struck the Right ‘Tone’ in ‘M3GAN 2’
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26:25After the success of M3GAN, Allison Williams didn’t quite fear the stress of doing a sequel. “How lucky are we that we get to do this again? Because it’s a dream job.” In M3GAN 2.0 (June 27), we meet Gemma (Williams) and Cady (Violet McGraw) two years after M3GAN, a lifelike robot doll, turned on the humans she was meant to obey. This time she’s ba…
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On this podcast episode, Miss H and Mr O discuss The season finale and tell all part one of Season 16 of 90 Day Fiancé. Greg and Joan have to see Ed flirting with Lucille, Jessica tries to make some Spanish happen during her wedding to Juan, Mina makes nice with Mark's family and gets him to move to Boston, Shekinah and Sarper have their "bedding" …
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Revry’s Royal Revolution: Tenderoni on ‘King of Drag’
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30:38Call the palace guards and cancel your brunch plans—Tenderoni is in the house! The mustachioed monarch of drag kings joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to dish on King of Drag, Revry new reality competition series that’s finally giving drag kings the royal treatment. We talk rhinestones, representation, and how Tenderoni went from serving hot looks in …
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On this podcast episode, Miss H and Mr O discuss episode 17 of Season 16 of 90 Day Fiancé. Mina calls her son to break the news, Any picks Matt to be her lawfully wedded husband which upsets Amani, Shekinah is disproportionately upset about the arrangement of her hotel room, Greg and Joan get married, Mahdi finally gets a straight answer from Stevi…
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Tom Daley on the 'Lonely' Times Behind the Olympic Successes
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24:44British diver Tom Daley was thrust onto the world stage at his first Olympic Games in 2008, age 14. What remained hidden from the public was the strain success at a young age put on him. "It was a very lonely period because no one really understood." Daley reflects on his diving career and life in the new documentary Tom Daley: 1.6 Seconds (Olympic…
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Fortune Feimster and Greenies is ‘Double Dog Daring You’ to Smell Your Dog’s Breath
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21:56Fortune Feimster is one of the funniest comics working today. (She co-hosts Handsome, one of the most popular podcasts out there.) And if you know her, you know that she loves her doggy. Which is why it makes perfect sense she’s partnering with Greenies to ‘double dog dare you’ to smell your dog’s breath. Why smell your dog's breath? Because 80 per…
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The Girls Are Fighting (and Slaying): Kerri Colby, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Nicole Paige Brooks & Tina Burner Let Loose
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23:10It’s a drag diva summit on the Parting Shot podcast as Kerri Colby, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Nicole Paige Brooks, and Tina Burner join forces (sort of)—and trade a few (playful?) jabs about their time on RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars. From the tea to unfiltered opinions, nothing is off-limits with this chat. Expect bold takes and a few reads, as th…
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Ghosts’ Asher Grodman on the Required Emoji That Haunts His Social Media
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37:18Asher Grodman joins the Parting Shot podcast to talk about life (and afterlife) on CBS’s hit comedy Ghosts. From his fan-favorite role as Trevor to the show’s growing awards recognition this season, Grodman shares how it feels to be part of a series that’s truly come alive. He also dishes on his strategic—and hilarious—use of the ghost 👻 emoji on s…
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The Truth About Tax Brackets and Your Future
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47:35Think you’ll pay less in taxes when you retire? Think again. Discover why tax diversification might be the secret to keeping more of your money in retirement—and why most people get it wrong. In this episode, April Schoen unravels the surprisingly complex world of taxes in retirement and reveals actionable strategies for tax-efficient retirement pl…
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On this podcast episode, Miss H and Mr O discuss episode 15 of Season 16 of 90 Day Fiancé. Mina gets a phone call she was dreading, Jessica has terrible Spanish, the throuple risks the wrath of Any's family, Sarper doesn't know if he's cut out for marriage, Greg makes a miscalculation with arrival times, and Alliya doesn't seem to care about her ar…
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Why Mike ‘The Situation’ Was Insecure About Jersey Shore Family Vacation
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22:45Jersey Shore, a reality television show that sparked backlash from politicians when it first aired, is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a new season of Jersey Shore Family Vacation. And while Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino is a fan favorite, after a six year hiatus being off reality television, he wasn’t sure people would like the new person …
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Cory Michael Smith Embraces Chaos in Jesse Armstrong's 'Mountainhead'
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30:44Four tech CEOs, drunk on power, reunite at a mountaintop home amid a global economic crisis they might be partially responsible for. "There is a power that is purchased by money, where they don't have to apologize for their behavior," Cory Michael Smith says about playing Venis in Jesse Armstrong's HBO film Mountainhead (May 31). "A lot of these gu…
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Tony Nominee Darren Criss on the 'Miracle' That Is 'Maybe Happy Ending'
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42:58Darren Criss is an Emmy-winning actor, but deep down he's a musical theater nerd. Which is why he's so proud to be part of this year's Tony-nominated musical Maybe Happy Ending. "Everybody involved in [Broadway], we all work within a 10-some-odd block radius, and it is really like a campus celebration." For Criss, who plays Oliver, a robot in futur…
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How Jack Innanen Went from Social Media Star to FX's 'Adults'
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24:12Everyone remembers life's growing pains right after you leave your parents' home. For Jack Innanen, part of the ensemble of the new FX series Adults, there are certain things that made him feel like an adult really quick. "Tax season and when I'm working on my visa, those ones get me locked in. I'm like, 'Oh, I'm a man in the eyes of the government…
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On this podcast episode, Miss H and Mr O discuss episode 15 of Season 12 of 90 Day Fiancé. Amani and Matt get an explanation from Any, Mahdi and Stevi can't seem to get over the "question", Shawn and Aliyah celebrate her first 4th of July, Greg dresses up as a cow for Joan, Jessica makes paper flowers to honor Juan's culture, and Sarper and Shekina…
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Secret vs. Public Alliances: Kyle, Eva & Joe Reflect on Survivor 48's Wild Finish
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32:13Survivor 48 winner Kyle Fraser joins runners-up Eva Erickson and Joe Hunter for their post-finale showdown—and yes, we talk about Kyle's secret alliance with Kamilla that helped him torch the final tribal. (And yes, we talked about his caked-up backside and how that helped him win a million dollars.) Meanwhile, Eva and Joe break down their ride-or-…
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Comedy, Camp, and Queer Chaos: Michael Henry and Tim Murray Dish on ‘Wish You Were Queer’
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30:15Join a hilarious chat with Michael Henry and Tim Murray as they spill the tea on their OutTV series Wish You Were Queer. From outrageous moments to behind-the-scenes antics, the duo dives into the chaos that fuels their comedy. (And how Trixie Mattel feels about their travels.) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy …
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On this podcast episode, Miss H and Mr O discuss episode 14 of Season 12 of 90 Day Fiancé. Amani and Matt confront Any about her name, Mina and Mark sign something official-ish, Mahdi and Stevi go to a burlesque show, Shawn and Aliyah rollerblade, Joan has Greg's mom stay in the car during her wedding dress fitting, and Sarper visits Dan's castle h…
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RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars: Phoenix & Olivia Lux
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21:38We’re serving a double dose of glam and gossip with RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars queens Phoenix and Olivia Lux. From werkroom whispers to main stage moments, we’re unpacking it all—growth, glow-ups, and a little bit of shade. Olivia spills on finding her voice beyond the glitz, Phoenix gets real about legacy and evolution, and of course, we talk ab…
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