Lori & Julia STILL LOUD

Lori hate-watched The Madison so you don’t have to, while outrage erupts over Coca-Cola discontinuing Minute Maid juice concentrate (yes, it’s time to stock up!). We break down the growing accountability facing social media companies, preview The Dog Stars hitting theaters, and give a spoiler-free (but still juicy) discussion of The Drama starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson. Sports fans get ready for the Gophers women’s basketball matchup and the University of Minnesota’s beloved “blanket lady,” plus we spotlight the body’s most underrated muscle. Meghan Thee Stallion earns rave reviews in Moulin Rouge! on Broadway, Savannah Guthrie sits down with Hoda Kotb, and music news includes updates on Keith Urban, a Jon Bon Jovi biopic, and the Pussycat Dolls’ upcoming tour. Also: the No Kings protest, Julia’s neck-taping experiment, a smart spring-cleaning tip, and a must-read thriller recommendation — The Island by Adrian McKinty.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From buzzy book recommendations to pop culture headlines, this episode covers it all — including new reads The Storm by Rachel Hawkins, Crooks and Whiplash River by Lou Berney, plus The Art of a Lie by Laura Shepherd-Robinson. Julia shares why she loved The Madison, while we unpack rumors surrounding Nicole Kidman and Simon Baker, preview Netflix’s upcoming thriller Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen to You, and check in on the buzz around Project Hail Mary. There’s life talk too — a mother-of-the-groom dress update, a Spider Solitaire obsession, and wedding excitement — alongside sports headlines including Travis Kelce’s new deal and a thrilling buzzer-beater by the Minnesota Golden Gophers women's basketball team. Pop culture runs deep with updates on Justin Timberlake, Gwyneth Paltrow vs. Cher energy, BTS’s return, and Celine Dion eyeing Paris. We also dive into Liza Minnelli’s memoir, ABC canceling The Bachelorette featuring Taylor Frankie Paul, the greatest female-friendship TV shows ever, and a post-Oscars style check-in on Timothée Chalamet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Oscars aftermath continues as we break down what brought stars to tears, Hollywood’s Oscar-winning couples, and the biggest awards season buzz. Oprah sits down with the woman at the center of the viral Coldplay kiss cam fiasco, while The Correspondent heads to the big screen. Julia reviews Nuremberg on Netflix starring Russell Crowe and Rami Malek, plus early rave reactions to Project Hail Mary. We are obsessed with Michelle Pfeiffer in The Madison on Paramount+, unpack rumors about Nicole Kidman and Simon Baker, and react to Jerry O’Connell banning himself from podcasting. TV nostalgia hits as Lisa Kudrow’s The Comeback returns, and the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot gets canceled?! Plus, Julia listens to Harry Styles’ new album and finds the perfect (designer!) mother-of-the-groom dress.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is the Oscars episode — and Lori challenges anyone to deliver a more thorough and concise Academy Awards recap! We cover everything: Conan O’Brien hosting, a standout year for horror films, the In Memoriam, buzz around Timothée Chalamet and Michael B. Jordan, the biggest winners and losers, Guillermo’s red carpet coverage, why Sean Penn skipped the ceremony, memorable presenters, and the tribute to Robert Redford. Lori issues a correction for Barbra Streisand before we break down the best red carpet fashion and the night’s most viral moments. Plus, a few non-Oscars tidbits — Mother Nature is having a weather woody (thanks Lori), movie reviews of Elvis Epic and Crime 101, the cancellation of Access Hollywood, and new must-watch TV including The Madison (Paramount+), Imperfect Women (Apple TV+), and RJ Decker (ABC/Hulu). It’s Lori & Julia at their best — an awards-season episode you simply cannot miss.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Oscars are almost here, and we’re sharing the one name you need to watch for during the In Memoriam segment. We dive into pop-culture headlines including Hudson Williams in defense of pubic hair and a clever marketing stunt for The Devil Wears Prada sequel. Reality TV drama on Ladies of London, while we preview new series The Madison and chat about Kurt Russell’s appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers. In sports news, Tony Dungy loses his job, and in books, Christina Applegate tops the bestseller list. More must-reads – Skylark by Paula McLain and Carolina Moonset by Matt Goldman. Plus, a Harvard study on why having a sister may boost mental health and a simple life hack to keep fruit flies away — all the entertainment, TV, celebrity, and lifestyle news you need this week!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re breaking down the biggest pop culture headlines of the week — from Britney Spears’ DUI arrest and Ryan Gosling hosting Saturday Night Live to Cher’s son’s wedding and Timothée Chalamet sparking controversy in the ballet and opera world (did it hurt his Oscar chances?). With Oscars buzz heating up, we discuss whether Barbra Streisand will take the stage and revisit the most divisive Best Picture winners of all time. On TV, we’re excited about Scarpetta on Prime, the laugh-out-loud comedy Rooster, and why Lori is still on the fence about DTF St. Louis. Plus, Daryl Hannah sets the record straight in The New York Times about her portrayal in Love Story on FX, a perfect girls’ weekend idea, Jeff Daniels’ latest role, and Liza Minnelli’s book is out!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lori’s TV Guide report is packed this week: Outlander returns for its final season, Rachel Zoe is saving The Real Housewives, and the buzz around the Netflix series Vladimir. Julia watched Paul McCartney: Man on the Run — twice! — while we celebrate the incredible career of Neil Sedaka. Plus: Pink claps back and sparks rumors she could replace Kelly Clarkson on TV, words to live by from Liza Minnelli, and a surprising Hollywood flashback involving Christina Applegate and Brad Pitt. We also talk Michael Douglas and his upcoming memoir Raw, the unprecedented winning streak of The Pitt, PR advice for Justin Timberlake, and the classic lesson of the Streisand Effect. There’s also a heartfelt reaction to the latest Elvis Presley film, a random thought on bell peppers, and this week’s book picks: Gutshot Straight by Lou Berney, And There He Kept Her by Joshua Moehling, and Lori’s next read, A Marriage at Sea.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re back with a full breakdown of the Actor Awards (aka SAG), from the stunning red carpet fashion (and the total misses) to the speeches that had us talking. The dish continues as we deep dive into Michelle Williams in Dying for Sex, followed by a high-stakes update on Julia’s grueling quest for the ultimate Mother of the Groom dress. Plus, we’re chatting Connor Storrie on SNL and the massive shoes Harry Styles has to fill. To top it all off, we’re hosting our first author interview on the pod with the incredible Wade Rouse (aka Viola Shipman) to talk about his new must-read novel, That’s What Friends Are For.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lori catches Kelly Clarkson live for the best free show ever, and we’re gearing up for the Actor Awards (formerly the SAG Awards) streaming on Netflix this weekend — plus why Kate Hudson is having the absolute time of her life. Our hearts are breaking for Real Housewife Mary Cosby and Martin Short, while our must-watch list includes Season 2 of Paradise on Hulu, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, Paul McCartney: Man on the Run on Prime Video, the Yellowstone spinoff, The Night Agent, Bridgerton, and the thriller 56 Days. We also reveal the winners of the Minnesota Name a Snowplow Contest, the most-streamed song in Spotify history, and the 2026 Met Gala dress code. Finally, where is Nancy Guthrie, will Savannah Guthrie return to Today?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our favorite new reality show – The Olympics – are over and women were the real stars. We react to the heartbreaking loss of Grey’s Anatomy’s McSteamy, Eric Dane, and speculate on what’s next for Heated Rivalry breakout Connor Storrie, plus all the latest TV news and casting buzz. In pop culture and books: our juicy read of the week is All the Little Houses by May Cobb, and Liza Minnelli’s new memoir Kids! Wait Till You Hear This! is already giving iconic energy. Awards Season is officially here — and Julia gives Wuthering Heights a shocking C. We also dive into the arrest of Just (Formerly Prince) Andrew, Tim Gunn getting candid about celibacy on Chelsea Handler’s podcast, and why FX’s Love Story is suddenly a must-watch. PLUS: Kelly Clarkson filming in Lori’s backyard (yes, really), a judge tosses the viral chicken wing lawsuit, and Helen Mirren’s headline-making stripper shoes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.