Episodes
Lauren and Chan are joined by Sammi Cohen, a rising star in the world of financial and business content creation who bridges the gap between Wall Street and pop culture. She is known for her deep dives where she breaks down and demystifies complex financial concepts and uncovers what's really happening with today's biggest brands.
Together they discuss:
What happened to Outdoor Voices (4:16)
The fall of the female founded “girl boss” brands (19:49)
Venture Capitalist roles in building a...
Published 11/19/24
Lauren, Chan, and returning guest Joe Peacock are diving in to chat about the biggest misconceptions and unrealistic expectations that romantic comedies have given them, from jobs and apartments to the way a partner should be expressing their love. Lauren, Chan, and Joe take a look at some of the rom coms that have lied to them the most: You’ve Got Mail, Runaway Bride, Pretty Woman, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, and more. They also chat about the rom com male archetypes and why rom com...
Published 11/13/24
Lauren and Chan are joined by holistic dating coach Amy Nobile Messing, a holistic dating coach and best selling co author of four books, all designed to empower and inspire women at various stages of their lives. Love Amy is her coaching business that marries the technology of modern dating with a holistic view of human to human energy and connection. Together, the gals are discussing some of the ways women are missing the opportunities to connect with their future partners and what easy...
Published 11/06/24
Lauren and Chan dive into Kody Brown’s most recent sins, which shows him looking everywhere except in the mirror. The gals touch on the latest rumors with Diddy’s freak-offs and the female A-lister who is being discussed. They weigh in on a recent “Ask Jane” advice submission and Jane’s surprising response. Lauren and Chan discuss Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum’s shocking split, a very interesting reaction from someone in the know, as well as the Lauren’s take on who Channing is morphing...
Published 10/31/24
Lauren and Chan share the toils of being fashion girlies in Manhattan and give their hot take on sample sales and clothing resale. The gals chat about 50 Cent being the canary in the coal mine about Diddy for the past decade and the upcoming Netflix doc “Diddy Do It?” They air their grievances with members of the Kelce family regarding the Eras tour and what photographic evidence they are waiting to see. Lauren and Chan discuss Harry and Meghan’s recent vacation home purchase in Portugal and...
Published 10/22/24
Lauren and Chan dive into the mystery that is Taylor Swift’s style and try and determine why Taylor is choosing to spend her one wild and precious life dressed like Hermione going out for the weekend. The gals chat about Jessica Chastain putting Jet Blue on blast via Twitter and why it didn’t have the desired outcome with the public. They discuss Hailey Bieber’s distance with her parents and why Hailey isn’t the average nepo baby. Lauren and Chan touch on the allegations of Elon Musk spying...
Published 10/14/24
Lauren and Chan chat about recent life updates, including Lauren’s celebrity sighting in New York City and Chan’s engagement photo conundrum. The gals discuss their theory on what is going on with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce and unpack some of the rumors that have been circulating. They touch on Meghan Markle’s recent event appearance and the negative spin some creators take with Meghan content. They also discuss Lana Del Rey's recent marriage to Jeremy Dufrene. Lauren and Chan dive into...
Published 10/09/24
Lauren and Chan are taking a trip down memory lane and sharing exactly how Pop Apologists came to be. The gals talk about the earliest days of the podcast, the day the podcast left the airwaves, and what finally brought Pop Apologists back to the podcast world. They go into detail about some of the most famous Pop Apologists and family lore (Their stint as child activists! Nordstrom ribbon cuttings!) and share more about each member of the Bledsoe family. Finally, Lauren and Chan share more...
Published 10/02/24
Lauren and Chan are taking a trip down memory lane and sharing exactly how Pop Apologists came to be. The gals talk about the earliest days of the podcast, the day the podcast left the airwaves, and what finally brought Pop Apologists back to the podcast world. They go into detail about some of the most famous Pop Apologists and family lore (Their stint as child activists! Nordstrom ribbon cuttings!) and share more about each member of the Bledsoe family. Finally, Lauren and Chan share more...
Published 10/02/24
Lauren and Chan have their beloved brother-in-law Wyatt Grow join the podcast to answer listener questions and share some wisdom. Wyatt and the gals answer the following:
How to get my boyfriend to propose?
How does he feel about Courtney’s spending?
What he wishes he knew before having children?
How did you know you were ready to have kids?
Which Bledsoe sister would he want to be stranded with on a desert island?
What would he do if he was president for the day?
How would he handle...
Published 09/25/24
Lauren and Chan have their beloved brother-in-law Wyatt Grow join the podcast to answer listener questions and share some wisdom. Wyatt and the gals answer the following:
How to get my boyfriend to propose?
How does he feel about Courtney's spending?
What he wishes he knew before having children?
How did you know you were ready to have kids?
Which Bledsoe sister would he want to be stranded with on a desert island?
What would he do if he was president for the day?
How would he handle...
Published 09/25/24
Lauren and Chan dive into the breaking news of Diddy’s arrest, which comes after years of criminal allegations. The gals touch on a charming King Charles moment as well as decide whether the Palace’s 40th birthday post for Harry doubled as a way to throw shade at Meghan. They read between the lines with Ben and JLo, who brought their kids to the Beverly Hills hotel for a casual pap walk and family brunch. Lauren and Chan dive deeper into Dave Grohl’s infidelity and the media games Dave’s team...
Published 09/18/24
Lauren and Chan dive into the breaking news of Diddy's arrest, which comes after years of criminal allegations. The gals touch on a charming King Charles moment as well as decide whether the Palace's 40th birthday post for Harry doubled as a way to throw shade at Meghan. They read between the lines with Ben and JLo, who brought their kids to the Beverly Hills hotel for a casual pap walk and family brunch. Lauren and Chan dive deeper into Dave Grohl's infidelity and the media games Dave's team...
Published 09/18/24
Lauren and Chan are joined by special guest Indy Blue to chat about all things related to “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.” The gals dive into the complicated dynamics of not just the women on the show, but how the show relates specifically to Utah Mormon culture and what it looks like to be Mormon in today’s world. They look at the relationships between the women and their husbands, the perception of the level of sinning, the issues the women on the show face as a result of being raised in...
Published 09/11/24
Lauren and Chan are joined by special guest Indy Blue to chat about all things related to "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." The gals dive into the complicated dynamics of not just the women on the show, but how the show relates specifically to Utah Mormon culture and what it looks like to be Mormon in today's world. They look at the relationships between the women and their husbands, the perception of the level of sinning, the issues the women on the show face as a result of being raised in...
Published 09/11/24
Lauren and Chan are ready with a deep dive on “your favorite artist’s favorite artist” Chappell Roan, a small town girl from Missouri who embodies a mix of Lady Gaga and Katy Perry. Listen in to hear about Chappell’s challenging early years, her heartbreak from being dropped from her first record deal, and the years of reinvention and climbing cringe mountain to find her unique look, sound, and ultimately herself. The gals discuss the barriers Chappell is breaking down as she addresses her...
Published 09/04/24
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains graphic details concerning the death of Laci and Conner Peterson.
In a two part series, Lauren and Chan are diving into the disappearance of Laci Peterson, a California woman who went missing on Christmas Eve 2002 when she was 8 months pregnant. Her husband Scott Peterson was convicted of her murder in 2004, but there are remaining questions that have some people wondering if it is possible that Scott did not actually kill Laci and their unborn baby,...
Published 08/28/24
In a two part series, Lauren and Chan are diving into the disappearance of Laci Peterson, a California woman who went missing on Christmas Eve 2002 when she was 8 months pregnant. Her husband Scott Peterson was convicted of her murder in 2004, but there are remaining questions that have some people wondering if it is possible that Scott did not actually kill Laci and their unborn baby.
In part one of this two part series, the gals discuss the events leading up to Laci’s disappearance,...
Published 08/28/24
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains graphic details concerning the death of Laci and Conner Peterson.
In a two part series, Lauren and Chan are diving into the disappearance of Laci Peterson, a California woman who went missing on Christmas Eve 2002 when she was 8 months pregnant. Her husband Scott Peterson was convicted of her murder in 2004, but there are remaining questions that have some people wondering if it is possible that Scott did not actually kill Laci and their unborn baby,...
Published 08/28/24
In a two part series, Lauren and Chan are diving into the disappearance of Laci Peterson, a California woman who went missing on Christmas Eve 2002 when she was 8 months pregnant. Her husband Scott Peterson was convicted of her murder in 2004, but there are remaining questions that have some people wondering if it is possible that Scott did not actually kill Laci and their unborn baby.
In part one of this two part series, the gals discuss the events leading up to Laci's disappearance,...
Published 08/28/24
Lauren and Chan are diving into all the drama surrounding Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, and the movie It Ends With Us. The gals give their take on Meghan Markle’s recent visit to Colombia, where she surprised everyone with her Spanish speaking skills. They also discussed what could have been if the British royal family and media had embraced Meghan’s strengths, rather than take issue with her from the start. Lauren and Chan discuss the terrifying story of Mike Lynch’s superyacht capsizing off...
Published 08/21/24
Lauren and Chan are diving into all the drama surrounding Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, and the movie It Ends With Us. The gals give their take on Meghan Markle's recent visit to Colombia, where she surprised everyone with her Spanish speaking skills. They also discussed what could have been if the British royal family and media had embraced Meghan's strengths, rather than take issue with her from the start. Lauren and Chan discuss the terrifying story of Mike Lynch's superyacht capsizing off...
Published 08/21/24
Lauren and Chan are diving into the lives and romance of country music royalty, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Hear how Tim went from pursuing a law degree and Faith went from working at McDonalds to become two of the biggest country music artists of the 90’s and 2000’s. The gals discuss Tim and Faith’s whirlwind love story of the 90’s and why they should serve as marriage inspo for all couples. Finally, listen in as Chan tells the story of pulling out all the stops to try and meet Tim McGraw...
Published 08/14/24
Lauren and Chan give some life updates, including Lauren’s upcoming travel conundrum and Chan’s dream birthday gift. The gals dive into Gywneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk potentially having some trouble in their Montecito paradise and the tabloid article that had a surprising amount of insight. They take a look at another pair who may be consciously uncoupling, Sara Foster and longtime partner Tommy Haas, and why marriage was never in the cards for them. Lauren and Chan talk about the video...
Published 08/07/24