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Welcome to this bonus episode of The Spill! This month’s episode is all about the Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon on Binge. In this episode, we discuss why the casting for the series was so fraught, what all those big plot twists were really building to, and how incest can sometimes be…hot? (Still on the fence about that one). We also dissect what the series says about motherhood and female friendships, and disgree with the show writers including one of the most upsetting scenes we have ever seen on television. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts:  Laura Brodnik & Chelsea McLaughlin Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today… Australians have been warned against seeing the new horror movie Terrifier 2, after reports that people were vomiting and fainting in the cinema due to its gory scenes. Now it’s been officially submitted to the Academy Awards for Oscars consideration and we need to discuss how this happened. And it’s been confirmed that Johnny Depp will appear in Rihanna’s highly anticipated Savage X Fenty fashion, much to the surprise of her fans. While Depp is just one of many celebrities to appear in the show, we have to question why Rihanna has gone out of her way to align her brand with his, knowing that his presence would become the dominant talking point of her show. Plus, it’s Weekend Watch time! This week we have a highly anticipated celebrity documentary to discuss with you and a new tear-inducing romantic drama with an all-star cast we need you to watch. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Read more about Selena Gomez's documentary in this profile from Rolling Stone. GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts:  Laura Brodnik & Chelsea McLaughlin Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today… Netflix has just released the trailer for the third and final season of the hit series Dead to Me, and it looks like the show is going out with a bang. Along with the trailer comes the full story of what Christina Applegate went through filming the final episodes, following a serious health diagnosis. Here’s what you need to know. Plus, in movie news, James Cameron has released the first full-length trailer for his upcoming film, Avatar: The Way of Water. Now, we were initially skeptical that this franchise needed multiple sequels nearly a decade after it was first released, but footage from the trailer and the story behind it has changed our minds. And we need to have a discussion about why the public is demanding that actors disclose their sexuality when before taking on queer roles. This week a Netflix star was outed against his will and a conversation around Harry Styles playing a gay character has bubbled to the surface, pushing us to have a complicated conversation around the questions we shouldn't be asking. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts:  Laura Brodnik, Chelsea McLaughlin & Laura Koefoed Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today… We don’t mean to alarm anyone, but Bridget Jones's Diary author Helen Fielding has confirmed that she is working on the fourth movie in the franchise, and Renée Zellweger seems keen to reprise her role. Here’s everything you need to know. Plus, the reign of Taylor Swift is at an all-time high. She’s now the first artist to dominate the entire top 10 section of The Billboard Top 100 chart and has announced her world tour. But there’s one conversion around her new album Midnights that we cannot afford to forget. And it’s the most magical time of the year because Gwyneth Paltrow’s website Goop has released its annual holiday gift guide and it is just packed with weird and wonderful items. Now we need to talk through the overpriced items that you definitely shouldn't send to your friends and family this Christmas. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts:  Laura Brodnik & Mel Mason Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today… The Australian Press Council has ruled that The Sydney Morning Herald's story outing Rebel Wilson and her new girlfriend "intruded on her reasonable expectations of privacy". Now Rebel has responded with the true fallout from the viral story. And Halloween might be over for another year, but two interesting celebrity stories have emerged from the spooky day. One involves Kim Kardashian and a very unfortunate birthday party, while the other is about Ryan Gosling and some Australian trick-or-treating. Plus, after nearly a decade, Lindsay Lohan has appeared on a glossy magazine cover and profile. The Cosmopolitan cover was hailed as her big comeback, but when you actually read the interview, it appears Lindsay is still not allowed to speak, making her return to the spotlight disappointing and confusing. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts:  Laura Brodnik & Mel Mason Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today… In truly devastating news for fans of the hit Netflix show The Witcher, Henry Cavill has announced he is leaving the series after the third season, with Liam Hemsworth taking over his lead role of Geralt of Rivia. Fans are furious, so now we need to talk about the real story behind the recast. Plus, Halloween weekend gifted us a flood of celebrity costume photos, so we’re here to break down the weirdest and wildest looks, and discuss why some celebrities missed the actual Halloween brief. And after almost a year of planted stories, Gisele Bundchen and Tom Brady have officially announced their divorce via separate (but very strategic) statements. The PR around their high-profile separation has been almost flawlessly executed, but it’s also led us to uncover the secret inner workings of a celebrity divorce. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts:  Laura Brodnik & Mel Mason Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today… We need to talk about some important news surrounding one of The Spill’s favourite shows, Girls5eva. The series is moving to Netflix from rival streamer Peacock for its third season, in a move that’s been labeled a shock as it’s one of the first original series to move between rival streaming services. Here’s the theory behind it. And Harry Styles has released the music video for Music For A Sushi Restaurant, and let's just say it’s left us both mesmerized and a little confused. All thanks to his presence as an octopus/mermaid musician. There’s a much deeper message behind the video, and a reason it was released today, that we’ll talk about as soon as we get past the tentacles… And it’s Weekend Watch time! Today we have two new movies to recommend to you, a new true crime watch and a groundbreaking new romantic comedy. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts:  Laura Brodnik & Chelsea McLaughlin Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today… Prince Harry's controversial new memoir is now slated to be released early next year, according to a report from The New York Times. The book was initially delayed due to the death of Queen Elizabeth, but now the story around the royal family’s reaction appears to have changed. Plus, Kim Petras has become the first out trans artist to hit number one on Billboard Hot 100 with her hit song Unholy. So now we need to talk about Kim Petras’ rise to fame, the importance of her Coconuts song, and why she’s unfortunately about to be knocked off the charts. And Taylor Swift has removed a scene from her Anti-Hero music video after her use of the word ‘fat’ sparked allegations that she was being fatphobic. But the conversation is nowhere near that simple. There are two very different sides to the debate around Taylor Swift and her use of the word fat, and thanks to the scene being cut, it’s led us to a conversation we never wanted to have. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts:  Laura Brodnik & Chelsea McLaughlin Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today… Channel Seven has unveiled its content slate for the next year and we’re here to talk you through the most exciting new show launches. We’ve been given our first look at the new Kath & Kim series (and we’re on board with it) along with The Claremont Murders, a new drama based on one of Western Australia’s most notorious crimes and featuring an all-star cast. And Adidas has ended its partnership with Kanye West, following calls from both the public and a slew of famous names to take a stand against the musician and his antisemitic views. Now we need to talk about the real fallout from this and why it’s not being viewed as something to celebrate. Plus, the past week has been filled with allegations that Travis Scott cheated on Kylie Jenner, and the timeline for this story is filled with viral TikToks, passionate Instagram rants, and a statement of denial that doesn’t sound quite true. But the bigger story here is how Kylie Jenner is now viewed in the public eye and the fallout seems to be all on her. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Melissa Mason & Laura Brodnik Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today... Beloved actor Leslie Jordan has died at the age of 67 after a car accident in LA. Best known for his role on Will & Grace, Leslie captured the hearts of his many Instagram followers through wholesome and hilarious videos of his lockdown experience. Plus, we've been given a glimpse into Zoë Foster Blake's lavish Sydney home, courtesy of Vogue Living. We take you through our favourite bits and why it stands apart from the other celebrity house tours we've seen. And we’re seeing more and more brands cut ties with Kanye West over his anti-semitic comments, but it seems the person everyone was waiting to hear from was Kim Kardashian. We unpack why there's an expectation for her to address her ex-partner's actions. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Melissa Mason & Emma Gillespie Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.