*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Chelsea interviews Jackie Jesko, director of the HBO documentary "Savior Complex," and one of Chelsea’s favorite docs of the past year. Chelsea asks Jackie her pressing questions about Renee Bach, a missionary whose attempts to provide medical care in Uganda led to accusations of murder and tragic consequences. Chelsea and Jackie unpack the ethical complexities of missionary work, the pervasive influence of white saviorism, the role social media plays in...

It’s all things Celine Dion! First, Chelsea welcomes Chris DeRosa (Fixing Famous People) to unpack the legendary singer’s new documentary "I Am Celine" and explore insights into Celine's recent struggles with Stiff Person Syndrome and how it has affected her life and career. Then, we're bringing you a special re-release of our episode about Celine Dion’s memoir, “My Story, My Dream,” with guest Stephanie Beatriz (“Brooklyn 99,” “In the Heights”). Learn about Celine’s perspective on her rise...

*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Chelsea and guests Yassir Lester (filmmaker, writer, comedian, hot husband) and her sibling-in-law Brit Lester (on-set barber and stylist) discuss WNBA star Brittney Griner's memoir "Coming Home." Together they delve into the rise of the WNBA, Brittney's arrest in Moscow for carrying under one gram of medically prescribed hash oil, the horrors she experienced inside Russia’s prison system, the high-stakes prisoner swap involving an international arms dealer,...

With Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Renee Raap, Charlie XCX and Taylor Swift dominating the headlines this summer there's so much to get into. Who is horny for who? What does "sapphic" mean? Why is the media sleeping on Tinashe and Normani? How did Chappell get so big so fast? And are our pop girlies feuding? Not to mention... do we miss feuds? I think we do?? Producer Kristina Lopez and Associate Producer Jerrin Padre join Chelsea for a retrospective,...

Get ready for diamonds, diets, and drama! Chelsea welcomes back her mom, TMomZ, to the pod to explore Elizabeth Taylor’s diet book disguised as a memoir, “Elizabeth Takes Off.” Together they discuss the glamour and grit behind film icon’s life, from her tumultuous marriages and struggles with weight to her unforgettable presence on screen (and in tabloids). Plus, TMomZ shares why she thought Chelsea was a little “too nice” in her own memoir, “I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This.” A content...

Chelsea welcomes comedian Emily Walker to the pod to discuss best friends, best friend breakups, and Loretta Lynn’s wonderful memoir, “Me & Patsy Kickin' Up Dust: My Friendship with Patsy Cline.” You may recognize Emily from Chelsea’s book, so they have lots to talk about, including how a Stevie Nicks concert helped mend their friendship. The Loretta Lynn memoir discussion starts at 13:55 if you want to skip to the book discussion. In this episode, Chelsea and Emily talk about everything...

It’s Chelsea’s memoir episode! Chelsea invites besties Ashley Nicole Black, Kenzie Elizabeth, and Akilah Green to do a deep dive into her own damn memoir! They get into all the BTS of the book and why there should be a two-friend-factor-authentication for depression. Much like the book, this episode gets into heavy topics, so take care when listening! We’re on tour! Tour info here! Where to order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to order Follow Chelsea: Instagram...

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Chelsea welcomes special guest Emily Farris to discuss Emily's memoir, "I'll Just Be Five More Minutes," and her viral article, "I Made My Husband the Hero of My Memoir, Then My Marriage Ended." Emily shares candid stories about her late ADHD diagnosis, her marriage's complexities, and the journey to choosing joy over staying in an unhappy relationship. Together, they explore why there are so many memoirs with love stories inside them that have already ended before the book is even...

Chelsea and Holly Laurent (Mega podcast co-host) embark on a horny (yet also biblical) journey into the electrifying world of Donna Summer, the ‘70s Disco Queen. They discover the wild backstories behind Donna's legendary hits, from "Love To Love You Baby" to "She Works Hard for the Money," and her infamous recording session with Barbra Streisand for “No More Tears (Enough is Enough).” Chelsea and Holly discuss Donna's religious turn and reflect on their own intense relationships with...

Chelsea and How Did This Get Made? host Paul Scheer discuss his new memoir, "Joyful Recollections of Trauma." They talk about everything from publishing to the state of the entertainment industry to terrible step-dads to what JLo should do next. Take a listen and pre-order Paul's memoir which comes out next week -- it's going to be an amazing read!! We’re going on tour in June! Tour info here! Where to pre-order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to pre-order Follow...

“Girls to the front!!!!” Chelsea is joined by Nora McInerny (It’s Going To Be OK) to discuss Kathleen Hanna’s iconic memoir, “Rebel Girl.” From Kathleen’s journey as the lead singer of Bikini Kill to leading the Riot Grrrl revolution to starting the band Le Tigre, they dive into it all. There’s also Kathleen’s battle with Lyme disease, her romance with a Beastie Boy, and an absolutely epic run-in with Courtney Love, who shouts our new favorite slogan: "You can’t even read and I’m way more...

*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Chelsea and guest Liz Culley (host of the Cool Cool Cool podcast) dissect Ellen DeGeneres’ second memoir “Seriously...I'm Kidding,” plus her first memoir, and that infamous Buzzfeed article. They delve into the dual realities of Ellen’s joyful public persona and the controversies that shadow her career. From pivotal moments from “The Ellen Show” with Dakota Johnson, Jessica Simpson, and Mariah Carey, to behind-the-scenes insights on her Christian Scientist...

Celebrate Chelsea's birthday with a special Cookie Jar episode! Chelsea and producer Kristina Lopez unpack reactions to our Delta Burke, Margaret Cho, and Rebel Wilson episodes. Plus they sort out Barbra Streisand's Instagram antics, share their "Baby Reindeer" takes, and Chelsea dishes her birthday tradition to make the most goddamn wishes possible!!! We’re going on tour in June! Tour info here! Where to pre-order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to pre-order Follow...

It’s a musical memoir! Tune in as Chelsea and Liam Gareau (host of the Tell Me Everything podcast) unpack Linda Ronstadt’s memoir "Simple Dreams." Together they explore her absolutely epic career and legendary vocals, plus they discuss red flags, dating George Lucas, if the Manson murders can cause a slipped disc, and if Linda hates Jim Morrison??? We’re going on tour in June! Tour info here! Where to pre-order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to pre-order Follow...

Join Chelsea Devantez and Emmy award-winning producer Kyle Ridley (Good Day DC) for a practical guide to pitching your memoir. This episode unpacks everything from crafting an engaging outline to finding the right agent and editor who can champion your work. Chelsea opens up about her journey and shares critical steps and common pitfalls in memoir publishing, including “having a platform.” This is a must-listen for anyone ready to tell (and sell) their story. We’re going on tour in...

Join Chelsea and guest Joy Osmanski as they dive into the poignant and candid memoir of comedy icon Margaret Cho. Learn how Margaret uses comedy to survive her childhood, and later Hollywood, when she becomes the first Korean-American to be the lead of a 1994 sitcom that was based on her own life. (Hollywood quickly ruined that of course.) Margaret discusses everything from dating Quentin Tarantino to internalized sexism and racism to the good Karen in her life, and “Fat as a feminist...

Join Chelsea in a deeply personal and revealing interview with the Emmy-nominated actress Delta Burke. In Delta’s first interview in decades, the “Designing Women” star gets candid about her 1998 memoir, shares insights on overcoming Hollywood’s stereotypes, and reveals how she survived it all to come out the other side happier than ever. Get your Kleenex ready as Delta shares her enduring wit and wisdom, discussing hoarders, diet culture, and the media's rampage on women’s bodies (and of...

Join Chelsea and The Big Flop host Misha Brown as they unpack Rebel Wilson's memoir, “Rebel Rising.” Rebel spills the tea about her sex life, body image struggles, and her battles with the media. Plus, we dive into the Sasha Baron Cohen saga and discuss why we're officially over reading about celebrities' trips to Africa. Show Notes: Listen to Chelsea on The Big Flop’s Juicero episode Hear our Ricki Lake episode Book tour info here! Where to find our Guest: Misha Brown  The Big Flop...

*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Join the book club as we hear from the Cookies and explore reactions to our Taylor Swift/Jessica Simpson episode, discussions on celebrity accountability, and a deep dive into the layers found in Beyoncé's latest work, “Cowboy Carter.” This episode is a true book club in podcast form, bringing together the diverse opinions of the cookies as we gather ‘round to talk trash!  Show Notes: Book tour info here! Our Taylor Swift/Jessica Simpson episode Our...

In a follow-up to our deep dive into Britney Spears' memoir, Chelsea and Sarah Fraser delve into the pop legend's current chapter after gaining her autonomy and releasing her groundbreaking memoir. Chelsea and Sarah dissect the pop star's recent Instagram posts, and discuss the impact of trauma, expressing your voice, and the power of a lil heart emoji over the cooch. Show Notes: Current Britney discussion starts at 18:59 Britney Spears’ The Woman in Me episode Britney talks to...

Chelsea and guests, Susie Banikarim and Jessica Bennett, examine Vanessa Williams and her mother’s joint memoir “You Have No Idea: A Famous Daughter, Her No-nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood, Love, Loss (and Each Other).” From Vanessa being forced to resign as Miss America to finding happiness in Hollywood, we delve into how the Williams women navigated fame with resilience, grace… and an ongoing revenge list. Show Notes: In Retrospect's Vanessa Williams...

*Patron-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Chelsea sits down with Grace Towery, her book editor from Hanover Square Press, to peel back the layers of the book publishing process. From the initial pitches to the intricate editing phases and finally, to publication, Chelsea and Grace share personal stories, challenges, and triumphs in the journey to publish Chelsea's memoir: I Shouldn't Be Telling You This. This episode offers a glimpse into the publishing world's creative dynamics and offers insights...

Grab your hat and saddle up! Before the release of Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter," Chelsea and Sam Sanders (co-host of the Vibe Check podcast) talk about the times Beyoncé has come closest to memoir-level vulnerability. They share insights on the history of country music, make a few predictions about songs they'd love to hear on the album, and discuss its potential impact on culture. Plus, they have a few thoughts on J.Lo’s documentary to boot!  Show Notes: Glamorous Trash: Will Taylor Swift,...

Chelsea and guest Erin Dewey Lennox review the whirlwind that was "Love is Blind” Season 6. Together they unpack the emotional highs and lows, Vanessa Lachey's dress, Nick Lachey's media training, and take a closer look at Jimmy, Jessica, and the EpiPen. Listen to find out why everyone on the show (*ahem* Clay) needs therapy and why we can't seem to get enough of “Love is Blind” drama. Show Notes: Rosie Perez episode with Erin The Judds episode with Erin Where to find our guest: Erin...