Best The Dazzling Diva Podcasts (2025)

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Bonus Episode: Try Hard with Erika Casupanan 38:24

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7d ago38:24

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Today, we’re bringing you an episode of Try Hard,a new podcast hosted and produced by one of our very own dowager queens of gossip, Alex Sujong Laughlin. This episode is the second episode of the season, and it features a familiar face, Erika Casupanan, the winner of the 41st season of Survivor, and a guest from the fifth season of Normal Gossip. E…

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Bonus Episode: Rat Kings and Emotional Support Eggs with Sabrina Imbler 1:02:46

1M ago1:02:46

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Today's treat: an episode from our secret feed vault. If you'd like to get in on these monthly extra episodes, subscribe as a Friend or a Friend-of-a-Friend. Our guest this time is Sabrina Imbler! After catching up on Sabs' latest project—a series of interviews with federal workers fired by the Trump administration—Rachelle and Sabs partake in a ba…

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Bonus Episode: A Beautiful Gossip Ouroboros 56:30

2M ago56:30

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Surprise! In today's bonus episode, Alex Sujong Laughlin and Patrick Redford join Rachelle for some delectable morsels of gossip and not one but TWO big announcements! Try Hard premieres July 28th! Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Look out for Only If You Get Caught this fall! Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! …

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Honeydew Farms with Shea Couleé 56:56

4M ago56:56

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It is the season 8 FINALE and we've got the iconic Shea Couleé here with us for a tale of love and ambition amongst polyamorous bee farmers. Watch Shea in IRONHEART on June 24th and follow her on Instagram here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelse…

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Heartbreak Glitch Loop with Brandy Jensen 1:09:53

4M ago1:09:53

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Our editor Brandy Jensen joins us for a good old fashioned neighborly feud. Read Brandy's essay, which she wrote for the Yale Review, called the Polycrisis here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You can …

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Demented Little Tango with Vinson Cunningham 45:58

4M ago45:58

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Vinson Cunningham accompanies us to a fancy private school where the parents tend to get a little too involved in the yearly fundraiser. Follow Vinson on Instagram here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! …

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A United Nations of Red Flags with Sam Sanders 49:47

4M ago49:47

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Sam Sanders returns for some gossip about a case of "accidental" love-bombing in a hostel. Follow Sam on Instagram here and check out The Sam Sanders Show for more hot takes on entertainment and culture. We recommend you start here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era,…

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Devilish Horde of Pestilence with Nadira Goffe 1:00:50

4M ago1:00:50

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Nadira Goffe comes with us to a shared rental house simmering with tension over roaches, cats, and a very special stew. Follow Nadira on Instagram here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You can support N…

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LARP Camp with Rebecca Jennings 48:51

5M ago48:51

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Rebecca Jennings accompanies us to LARP Camp for a tale of dice, ghosts, and forbidden love. Pre-order Rebecca's book Be The Bombshell: What Love Island Teaches Us About Dating here and follow her on Instagram here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and K…

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The Most Ominous Bird with Alanna Bennett 42:47

5M ago42:47

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Alanna Bennett joins us to explore what happens to you—physically and metaphysically—when you get into a fight with a magician. 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…

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Reverse Heist with Jonquilyn Hill 47:49

5M ago47:49

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Jonquilyn Hill hates pranks, which made her the perfect guest for today's tale of a townhouse torn apart by a prank gone wrong. Follow Jonquilyn on Instagram here and check out Jonquilyn's podcast Explain It to Me here. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You c…

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Sluts for Paperwork with Yowei Shaw 54:53

5M ago54:53

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Yowei Shaw joins us on [BLEEP] Island for a tale of volunteer firefighters, fancy snacks, and rampant nepotism. Follow Yowei on Instagram here and check out Yowei's podcast Proxy here. 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 b…

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The Couch and the Fuckboy with Scaachi Koul 50:22

6M ago50:22

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Welcome to season EIGHT of Normal Gossip! We're kicking off the season with Scaachi Koul and a story about the lengths you would go for a coveted couch. Order Scaachi’s book, Sucker Punch, here and follow her on Instagram here. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secret…

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Bonus Episode: Life as a New York Times Bestselling Author with Kelsey McKinney 39:09

7M ago39:09

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Popping into your feeds with a little treat! In today’s bonus episode, Kelsey joins Rachelle to answer all of our burning questions about her new book, You Didn’t Hear This From Me: Mostly True Notes on Gossip, reality TV, victorian marriages, and, you guessed it, gossip! Order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our new…

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Champagne, Capers, and Cuddle Parties with Se’era Spragley Ricks 40:39

8M ago40:39

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Surprise! In today’s bonus episode, Se’era Spragley Ricks (Normal Gossip’s lead producer) joins Rachelle to dive into your questions, New Year’s resolutions, and morsels of gossip. Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, …

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51 - The Herbal Essence of Love 39:06

9M ago39:06

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In our last episode of 2024, Shauna and Double-D get deep into Shauna's likes and dislikes, and agree to disagree about the likeability of smores. Shauna also shares the painful tale of Tiana (or is it actually Angelina??), and her hot date night with Brad. As a reminder to all of our listeners - it is NEVER a good idea to use a new product for the…

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Holiday Bonus: Caked Up Spirit of Christmas 55:36

9M ago55:36

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In today's bonus episode, Rachelle and Kelsey discuss the cinematic experience that is 2015's The Spirit of Christmas. Warning: we could not stop talking about sex and drugs in this episode, maybe because the movie is so chaste. Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our new…

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The Suite Life of Rachelle and Kelsey 1:00:28

10M ago1:00:28

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Thank you so much to some eagle-eyed listeners who alerted us to the fact that we mistakenly published an earlier version of this episode, which contains an error mixing up the Arctic and the Antarctic, which are–famously—polar opposites. If you’re reading this, then you’ll hear the correct version, thank goodness. And as promised in the Instagram …

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50 - Judy With the Big Deer Booty (RIP Coretta) 39:05

10M ago39:05

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In our 50th anniversary episode, Double-D mourns the recent loss of her long time companion, Coretta. Double-D takes us deep into the life of Bambi, and his doe hos, and speculates on what it must be like for a deer to lose their significant other....to become a "wi-doe". Now that Double-D is without her reliable Coretta, if you happen to pass by h…

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Family Lore Drop with Hrishikesh Hirway 49:41

10M ago49:41

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Gossip skeptic Hrishikesh Hirway joins us for a deep dive into the history of a (close) family full of secrets, lies, and prophecies. Follow Hrishi on Instagram @hrishihirway Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recomme…

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It Was Never About the Figs with Caroline O'Donoghue 54:04

10M ago54:04

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Caroline O'Donoghue joins us from across the pond for a story about art collectors with too much time and money on their hands. Follow Caroline on Instagram @czaronline Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendatio…

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49 - Cat Dick Potatoes (STDs in the News) 33:28

10M ago33:28

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Happy Turkey Day everyone!! Shauna and Double-D pull out all of the stops for this week's episode - with Thanksgiving themed games, and many, many amazing holiday shenanigans! You do NOT want to miss this episode; it will have you laughing, and contemplating your intimate relationship with those Thanksgiving mashed potatoes. Check out our Instagram…

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Hell in a Ham Bag with Carson Olshansky 54:49

10M ago54:49

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Tis the damn season for hometown crushes! Carson Olshansky joins us for a story about running into your high school crush while holiday shopping. Follow Carson on Instagram @carsonolshansky Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Ale…

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New England Stolen Valor with Tobin Low 55:58

11M ago55:58

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Tobin Low is back for a story about a mysterious lobsterman and his cousin and how he brought a community together during season one of lockdown. Follow Tobin on Instagram @tobinlow! Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog…

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48 - Peter Cottontail 36:53

11M ago36:53

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In today's episode, Shauna learns that she is forming an anti-corndog alliance with some of our listeners, and their numbers are growing by the day! Shauna shares two mini-stories in this episode, and while the stories are mini, the lessons learned most certainly are not! Always remember friends, threesomes are 50% better than twosomes, and if you'…

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The Bro Never Dies with Josh Gondelman 58:39

11M ago58:39

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Josh Gondelman is BACK for a story about gross boys who love each other very much. Follow Josh on Instagram at @joshgondelman! Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You can support Nor…

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Emotional Support Fruits with Samantha Irby 1:04:16

11M ago1:04:16

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Our old friend Samantha Irby is back for a story about what could go wrong when you bring a wild animal into your home. Follow Sam on Instagram at @bitchesgottaeat! Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, …

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47 - Charles' Charms 49:49

11M ago49:49

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This episode is full of discussions about Halloween and sweet old people and their body parts. Double-D tells us about her recent meet up with a charming gentleman named Charles, and we all learn that the only thing you should watch closer than your spending....is Double-D's mom. If you're going to dip your toe in the geriatric pool, be ready for s…

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Nepo Baby for Trash with Alex Sujong Laughlin 1:03:19

11M ago1:03:19

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Our own Alex Sujong Laughlin joins us for a tale of petty thievery plaguing the Dept. of Sanitation during the most wonderful time of the year: Garbage Man Appreciation Week. Follow Alex on Instagram at @alexlaughs! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recomm…

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Essential Oils and Illegal Casinos with Danielle Henderson 58:13

11M ago58:13

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When you cheat at bingo, the house always wins. Danielle Henderson joins us again for a story about how far parents will go to raise money for their kids' soccer team—and to gamble. Follow Danielle on Instagram and subscribe to her newsletter! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from …

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46 - The Rocky Road of Babysitting 34:46

12M ago34:46

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In this episode, we go deep into the psychological workings of both Shauna and Double-D. We learn about Shauna's xylophobia, and we uncover the root cause of Double-D's affinity for red heads. Fanny the Nanny tells her story and sends out a warning to all of the parents out there looking for a date night, and discuss the perils of hiring a babysitt…

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Forbidden Feline Fanfiction with Ashley Reese 59:24

12M ago59:24

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Welcome to season SEVEN of Normal Gossip! We're starting off the season strong with Ashley Reese and a story about a smutty fanfiction community. Check out Ashley on Twitter and Instagram and check out her Substack here. Episode transcript here. Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing fro…

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45 - Brotherly Love 41:22

12M ago41:22

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In this episode, Shauna and Double-D are asked to provide advice for one of our listeners on how to deal with a recent situation involving a local eating establishment. Shauna and Double-D provide their very different perspectives on how to handle the situation. In our story, Double-D tries on the role of being a Cougar to see how it suits her. Spo…

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Charcuterie Board of Gossip with Rachelle Hampton 56:43

12M ago56:43

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Surprise! In today's bonus episode, Rachelle Hampton (Normal Gossip's best friend) joins Kelsey for a basketful of updates on gossips past. Spoiler warning! Make sure you've listened to the following episodes: S1E8 Spot the Scammer S2E3 Squirrel Enthusiast S2E4 Short King of East Texas S3E1 Righteous Lesbian Energy S3E6 In Defense of Children S4E6 …

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44 - Who Brought the Rick? 44:24

1y ago44:24

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Join us this week for loads of fun times featuring Gas Roulette and hilarious fuel siphoning attempts. Then, stay with us as we follow Ginger’s journey as she decides whether BFF Chip is straight or if he “has a girlfriend” in Niagara Falls…the tuck will tell it all. If you ❤️ peanut butter and Mr. Elvis Presley, you will not want to miss this week…

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43 - Flaming Hot Cooters (STDs in the Nudes) 35:14

1y ago35:14

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Double-D has a hard time composing herself after Shauna bares it all for our latest episode of STD’s in the news in the nudes! The ladies provide updates on inflation, share useful safety information for your sinking holes and question AA’s published success rates. Check out our Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/stdpodcaststory…

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42 - Wrecking Dexter 36:50

1y ago36:50

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Break out the fancy Friday night polka dot bow ties for this episode, friends, because Shauna has some amazing party crashing stories for you. Shauna regales us with the story of how she traumatized poor Poindexter, and learned an important lesson about compatibility in the process. Check out our Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/stdpodcaststory…

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41 - Not So Smooth Criminal 42:53

1y ago42:53

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This week's episode is packed full of good information! We learn about the sneaky dangers of kayaking while on a girl's weekend and Double-D gives listeners a thorough definition of "prison body". Tune in to be the first to hear Double-D's full legal name and learn about the intricacies of middle school social hierarchies. Check out our Instagram! …

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40 - Odd Goods 39:53

1y ago39:53

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Today's episode is a listener story coming to us from Alaskan Amber, and it is a story about UNtrue love. Shauna and Double-D learn about the dating market in our northernmost state, and are introduced to the saying "The odds are good, but the goods are odd" (and it is no joke!!). There is no shortage of red flags in this story, listeners! Check ou…

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39 - Duberdasher 39:03

1y ago39:03

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Happy 4th of July listeners! Pour yourself a nice cold Margtini, and sit back for some STD fireworks! Double-D has some inner fireworks happening in this episode in her interaction with a local delivery driver. You've gotta watch your back out there! Check out our Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/stdpodcaststory…

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38 - Viva Mexico!! 35:09

1+ y ago35:09

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This episode is all about etiquette. Double-D gives us all some pointers for how to behave appropriately when you're in the locker room at the gym, and then Shauna gives a very clear example of how to mortify your prim and proper relatives and friends. We head down south (to Mexico, you perv - get your mind out of the gutter!) for this week's story…

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MFAs and Other Mistakes with Brittany Luse 1:02:31

1+ y ago1:02:31

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It is the season 6 FINALE and we've got the amazing Brittany Luse here for a story about A-list authors, ill-advised MFAs, and pets in places where they shouldn't be. Listen to Brittany's podcast, It's Been a Minute, here! PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex…

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The Wormhole of Sasha with Gabby Windey 55:59

1+ y ago55:59

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We are joined this week by our gayest Bachelorette, Gabby Windey, for a story about queer love, polyamory, and a pair of *very* special tie-dyed overalls. Listen to Gabby's podcast, Long Winded with Gabby Windey. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog rec…

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37 - The Sniggly Sourpuss 44:41

1+ y ago44:41

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In today's episode, Double-D has a story about a "little" date that she shares with all of us. What starts as a sidenote becomes a full blown story, and once again we confirm that beauty truly IS on the inside....unless you're THE Sniggly Sourpuss from this story. Don't be a Sniggly Sourpuss, people!! Check out our Instagram! https://www.instagram.…

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Romancing the Stoned with Jenée Desmond-Harris 58:49

1+ y ago58:49

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Jeneé Desmond-Harris joins us for a tale of patriotism, fire drills, and accidentally getting too stoned at the wrong time. Listen to Dear Prudence and follow Jenée on Twitter here. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets…

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Haunted and Constipated with Sonalee Rashatwar 57:21

1+ y ago57:21

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Sonalee Rashatwar (they/he) joins us for an international story about families, inheritance, and haunting. Follow Sonalee on Instagram! PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You can support Normal Gossip directly by bu…

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36 - Slick Willy Saves the Day 35:38

1+ y ago35:38

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In this week's episode, Shauna tells us all about the adventures of Claudia and Clementine, and we get dangerously close to morphing into a true crime podcast for an episode! Valuable lessons are learned in this episode for all of our young (and adventurous) adults out there. Remember dear listeners, it's NEVER the ones you expect!! Double-D tells …

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Minder, the Finder, and the Grinder with Elise Hu 1:00:51

1+ y ago1:00:51

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Elise Hu joins us for a tale of startup bros and the hermit crabs that come between them. Buy Elise's book, Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You ca…

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Sexy Mushrooms with Avery Trufelman 57:39

1+ y ago57:39

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Avery Trufelman of Articles of Interest joins us for a story about mushroom foraging, cultbrain, and greige athleisure. This is the mushroom video. Click at your own risk. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You can …

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35 - Prison Baes - Part I 38:36

1+ y ago38:36

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In this first installment of our Prison Baes series, Double-D tells us about her torrid (and incredibly short) love affair with Barry da Bone. We discuss the importance of planning your wardrobe in advance of your penal system romance, and how a simple pair of socks may just be enough to save you some heartache and even make your conjugal visit dre…