Ringer Dish

Let’s have some fun with bagels! Jodi and Nora start out with some listener obsessions from the Instagram, including Martha Stewart’s infamous bagel technique (6:25) and, of course, ‘Heated Rivalry’ (25:21). Then they dive into Vanity Fair’s January issue, which is anchored by Chris Whipple’s profile of the second Trump administration’s innermost circle and includes some viral photography by Christopher Anderson (34:30). Finally, they talk through some truly deranged real headlines that sound fake, including a doozy about Riley Keough’s alleged egg donation to John Travolta (46:36), KJ Apa’s vocal performance in the upcoming film ‘Jimmy’ (53:58), some alleged drama from the upcoming ‘Traitors’ season (59:45), and Casey Wilson’s rat infestation (1:05:11), before each sharing their personal obsession for the week (1:11:54). DM us on Instagram at instagram.com/wereobsessedpod! Hosts: Jodi Walker and Nora Princiotti Producers: Sasha Ashall and Belle Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Merry Bingemas, one and all! On the 10th day of Bingemas, original holiday movie aficionado Yasi Salek joins Jodi for one of the most ethically deranged high-concept setups thus far, in Hallmark’s ‘She’s Making a List.’ This movie follows a strict naughty-or-nice inspector, Isabel (Lacey Chabert), and himbo widower Jason (Andrew W. Walker) as they navigate possibly dozens of disguises, an overbearing surveillance state, naming a pizza parlor, and AI that would put millions of children at risk of getting coal on Christmas. Follow us at instagram.com/wereobsessedpod to find our weekly schedule of movies. Host: Jodi Walker Guest: Yasi Salek Producers: Sasha Ashall, Belle Roman, and Ashleigh Smith Engineer: Donald Lobianco Set Design: Hannah Leikin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda break down the latest in pop-culture, starting with Juliet’s recap of the first two episodes of Taylor Swift’s new docuseries, Taylor Swift: The End of an Era (2:20). Next, the two discuss the latest on Kaia Gerber and Lewis Pullman—and whether the pair may still be together (23:29)—before taking a temperature check on Timothée Chalamet following the premiere of Marty Supreme (26:46). Then they dive into Ethan Hawke’s press tour for his new movie Blue Moon  (34:47), and this week's feedback and follow-ups, featuring Lily Allen and face-brushing (37:23). Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet LitmanProducers: Jade Whaley and Belle Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Merry Bingemas, one and all! On the ninth day of Bingemas, Sean Fennessey joins Jodi for a Christmas twist on the ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ formula. This movie follows down-on-her-luck cookie chef/Santa Claus Taylor (Alexandra Breckenridge) and spoiled ski resort heir Matthew (Ryan Eggold) as they navigate rubber cheek prosthetics, exorbitantly priced snowboard school, stingy and horny landlords, and the profound impact a ski resort Santa Claus can have on a community. Follow us at instagram.com/wereobsessedpod to find our weekly schedule of movies. Host: Jodi Walker Guest: Sean Fennessey Producers: Sasha Ashall, Belle Roman, and Ashleigh Smith Engineer: Michael Delgado Set Design: Hannah Leikin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week has been kind of … demonic?? Jodi and Nora first talk about all the hellish things they’ve been seeing across the internet this week, before talking about all the girls who are absolutely fighting and beefing. (4:00) Wrapping up our thoughts on Spotify Wrapped, including the results of some original data collection from our Instagram (13:05) The demonic and hellish skeleton visuals from the Zac Brown Band’s Sphere residency (22:03) Abby Lee Miller’s uncanny Facetune faux pas on Neil Patrick Harris (25:00) Joe Jonas ill-advisedly trying to parallel park a G Wagon on Orchard St. in the city of New York (34:57) Fraser Olender’s vape-induced heart attack at BravoCon (41:35) Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner’s matching orange outfits at the ‘Marty Supreme’ premiere and Club Chalamet’s response (51:27) Zach Woods making absolutely biting TikTok videos eviscerating Quentin Tarantino for being an ass on a podcast (1:04:31) TUBI throwing their tiny little hat into the ring with Netflix and Paramount in the bid to buy Warner Bros. (1:09:50) How 50 Cent is continuing his legacy of being the world’s consummate hater in the wake of Netflix’s Diddy docuseries (1:13:11) Jodi and Nora share their personal obsessions Hosts: Jodi Walker and Nora Princiotti Producers: Sasha Ashall and Belle Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s time travel week on Bingemas! On the eighth day of Bingemas, Jodi is joined by fellow Southerner Tyler Parker for a movie that dares to give zero fucks about potential impacts on the space-time continuum, Hallmark’s ‘A Grand Ole Opry Christmas.’ This movie follows Gentry (Nikki Deloach), the Nashville-based daughter of a country singer, and Will (Kristoffer Polaha), a big-city music manager, as they navigate a capricious time-traveling church pew, the complex relationship between a young girl and songwriting camp, how to make money when you go back in time, and so many country Christmas songs. Follow us at instagram.com/wereobsessedpod to find our weekly schedule of movies. Host: Jodi Walker Guest: Tyler Parker Producers: Sasha Ashall, Belle Roman, and Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda break down the latest in pop culture, starting with the premiere of 'Marty Supreme,' featuring Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner in matching orange Chrome Hearts looks (4:11). Next, they discuss Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s (supposedly) confirmed wedding date (16:00), plus some Taylor-adjacent antics with Selena Gomez and Lena Dunham. Then they break down Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau's trip to Tokyo (26:44), Olivia Nuzzi’s departure from Vanity Fair (33:53), and the latest on Romy Mars (35:38). Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet LitmanProducers: Jade Whaley and Belle Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles Holmes, a cultural commentator and pop-culture writer, dives into Hallmark's 'A Newport Christmas' as he humorously critiques its time-travel plot. He shares his initial apprehensions about Hallmark films but discovers unexpected artistry amidst the cheesy dialogue. The duo discusses everything from the absurdity of green-screen effects to modern dating cues, analyzing the film's social implications and character dynamics. Prepare for laughs as they navigate latte art, wardrobe gags, and the film's attempts to address legacy and history.

If a turkey wore jeans, would it wear them like this or like this? Jodi and Nora start out with the worst (best) non-TV videos of the week, including Kate Beckinsale telling Jimmy Kimmel that her daughter’s boyfriend has laid eggs (13:57), Dua Lipa’s commercial for the 2026 Winter Olympics (20:30), a haunted “What’s Behind Me?” segment from Fallon (26:17), Martha Stewart’s denim turkey (30:22), and Kim Kardashian’s low brain activity (35:30). Then they dive into some D-list (F-list, even) celebrity news: The Wall Street Journal’s feature on Club Chalamet (40:00), Whitney Leavitt getting cast as Roxie Hart (52:18), and Olivia Nuzzi updates (58:20). Finally, they blush about the gay hockey show on HBO, ‘Heated Rivalry’ (1:19:00), before each sharing their personal obsession for the week (1:30:30). DM us on Instagram at instagram.com/wereobsessedpod! Hosts: Jodi Walker and Nora Princiotti Producers: Sasha Ashall and Belle Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mallory Rubin, a pop-culture commentator known for insightful film and TV critiques, joins to discuss Netflix's 'Jingle Bell Heist.' They explore the unique blend of holiday cheer and heist antics, emphasizing the film's modern charm and comedic moments. Mallory highlights the film's complex characters, including a down-on-his-luck IT whiz and a resourceful clerk, navigating love and capers amid a broken system. Themes of family, revenge, and clever twist endings add depth, while the discussions on genre tropes make for an enlightening listen!