POPSUGAR’S podcast for the pop culture obsessed. Our hosts, Becky Kirsch and Zareen Siddiqui, break down the biggest moments in celebrity and entertainment news, providing the kind of in-depth analysis, banter, and theories that take over your group texts and happy-hour conversations.
We've reached the finale of our first season of "Not Over It," but before we head out for a long winter's nap, we're leaving you with our thoughts on Kanye West's latest antics, the Super Bowl, and our bets and predictions for the Oscars — now with an all-woman lineup of hosts! Plus, we get into upcoming topics we won't get to share with you in real time, like how Robert Pattinson will fare in the batsuit and whether "Bridgerton" can survive without Regé-Jean Page. We'll be back in April for season two! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Winter TV could be the new fall TV, and we're getting whiplash trying to figure out how to watch it all and play couch judge for the Olympics. To help you determine what to watch and what to skip, we're sharing our favorite new shows on this week's episode of "Not Over It." Then, we're breaking down the many "based on a true story" series coming your way, from the scripted shows like "Pam & Tommy" and "Inventing Anna" to Janet Jackson's docuseries. Plus, our thoughts on "Bel-Air," the new season of "Love Is Blind," and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
January brought us a few gifts, like the widespread craze of Wordle, the "Encanto" soundtrack, and the confirmation that Tom Brady won't be in contention for another Super Bowl ring. But there was plenty of controversy, too, like Britney Spears's very public fight with her sister, Kanye West flaunting his new relationship with Julia Fox everywhere, and Taylor Swift needing to defend herself and her music yet again. On this week's episode, we're breaking it all down, plus the rest of January's head-scratching and heartwarming headlines. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
TV revivals and reboots are all the rage these days, and there doesn't seem to be any sign of slowing down. In the past month, we've heard about The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Life Goes On, and Degrassi coming back to TV in some iteration, not to mention the premiere of How I Met Your Father. We're breaking down the different ways Hollywood has capitalized on our TV nostalgia — by bringing back beloved characters only to kill them off; rebooting a series, then making it feel stale; or simply wearing out storylines that were never meant to go on forever. We also get into which TV reboots were actually successful, the ones that broke our hearts, and the series we had no choice but to hate-watch. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Award season kicked off with the faintest of whispers, with this year's Golden Globe winners announced without celebrities, a televised show, and any real fanfare due to a Hollywood boycott that started last year. Meanwhile, other upcoming shows like the Grammys were rescheduled or postponed due to the pandemic, adding to the overall mess and confusion about what award season will look like this year. To help make sense of it all, we're giving the rundown on what happened with the Globes, the underlying controversy surrounding the Grammys, and our predictions for what's to come for the rest of award season. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Euphoria made quite the impact when it first hit HBO back in 2019, earning critical acclaim (including an Emmy for Zendaya) and raising the eyebrows of viewers everywhere. The series recently returned after a hiatus of over two years, wasting no time throwing us back into the extremely stressful lives of the students at East Highland High School. In this week's episode of Not Over It, we're recapping all the things we had forgotten about season two, giving our reactions to the season-two premiere, and making predictions for the upcoming episodes (which hopefully include more Lexi and Fezco). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
2021 was not the best year, but it wasn't without a few memorable moments — for better or for worse. In this week's episode, we revisit some of our favorite things that happened and the highlights among what we discovered, watched, and discussed. But no recap would be complete without a look back at some of the wilder (and more cringe-y) moments as well, along with a few of the most bonkers headlines and stories we'll still be thinking about well into the new year. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Cue the iconic theme music, because this week's episode is all about Succession. The third season recently came to an end, leaving us with a lot to talk about — and speculate on — until we're reunited with the Roy family in season 4. We're breaking it all down — the highs and lows of the season, Tom's slow burn into betrayal, and of course, Kendall's insane birthday bash. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
The first episodes of Sex and the City's reboot, And Just Like That..., were released last week, and we haven't gotten this many angry texts about a TV show since the Game of Thrones finale. We're unpacking it all in this week's episode, from the way they wrote off our beloved Samantha to the shoehorned-in "woke" moments to the shocking death everyone is still talking about. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, which means Mariah Carey has a new holiday special, Kelly Clarkson has a new festive album, and there are approximately 200 new movies set at the North Pole to watch. It's impossible to sift through it all, but on this week's episode, we're previewing some of the latest holiday offerings that actually seem worth watching (and the ones that don't), plus revealing our favorite underrated Christmas movies and figuring out which celebrity products would make the best and worst gifts for our friends. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
November was a big month for music: Adele released her long-anticipated album, 30, and showed off her circle of celebrity friends in concert; Taylor Swift had the entire world buzzing about her rumored relationship with Jake Gyllenhaal thanks to the release of Red (Taylor's Version); and JAY-Z earned himself a much-deserved spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. And that's just the tip of the iceberg — in this week's episode, we're recapping all of the biggest headlines of the month, complete with an update on Cardi B's latest celebrity BFF and a check-in on what exactly is happening with Pete Davidson and Kim Kardashian. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Thanksgiving is almost here, and after the big feast, the real consumption begins with a long weekend of straight binge-watching (and putting up a Christmas tree, if that's your thing). Because sifting through endless options on endless platforms can cause full-on family fights, we've done the work for you. On this week's episode of Not Over It, we've narrowed down a few key recommendations for movies and TV series to stream, no matter who you're with. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Eternals, Marvel's much-anticipated latest film, started receiving negative buzz before it hit theaters, due to mixed reviews that earned the dreaded splat on Rotten Tomatoes. But does Eternals really deserve the title of "worst-reviewed" MCU movie? In this week's episode, we break down why the movie is getting flak, and give our own thoughts on the film and why it's actually an exciting entry into the Marvel universe. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Before we say goodbye to spooky season and hello to holiday season, we're breaking down some of the biggest things that happened in October on this week's episode. We scratched our heads when Ryan Gosling signed on to play Ken (yes, the doll) and were strangely endeared to Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly's couples quiz. We certainly didn't expect Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik's relationship to take such a messy turn or for a pug to take over our TikTok feeds and our hearts. Plus, our favorite TV shows from the month and Zareen's review of (the first 25 minutes of) Dune! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Dave Chappelle's sixth (and allegedly last) Netflix comedy special, The Closer, started generating backlash almost immediately upon its release. The special drew criticism for Chappelle's jokes that take aim at the LGBTQ+ community, particularly transgender people, leading to protest from some of Netflix's own employees. In this week's episode, we're discussing the controversy as well as Chappelle's comments on cancel culture. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
The HBO Max documentary What Happened, Brittany Murphy? revisits the life, career, and tragic death of the star, who passed away in 2009 at just 32 years old. While the two-part doc doesn't answer many questions about the strange circumstances surrounding Brittany Murphy's death (and her husband's involvement), it serves as yet another reminder of how poorly women have been treated by the media — especially during the '90s and early 2000s. In this week's episode of Not Over It, we're discussing the documentary, why Brittany Murphy deserved better, and the painful parallels we've seen in other famous women of her era — and now. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
We've all been there: you open up TikTok for a quick fix, and suddenly, three hours have gone by. During the pandemic, we let ourselves spend even more time in the TikTok rabbit hole as a means to escape into a world of silly dances, controversial recipes, and general distraction. But what is it about TikTok that makes it seem even more addicting than other social media distractions (besides that magical algorithm)? And are our attention spans going to be broken forever? In this week's episode, we speak with Dr. Julie M. Albright, who specializes in the psychology of interactive media, to ask her all of our questions about what makes TikTok so hard to look away from and whether it's rotting our brains. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
We're so excited about Succession finally coming back after a two year hiatus that we had to do an episode to celebrate. The Roys aren't the only ones who are about to return to TV, though. Get ready for more of Joe Goldberg's stalking on You, Larry David navigating the pandemic on Curb Your Enthusiasm, and saying goodbye to Issa and her friends on Insecure's final season. Plus, we make our picks for the most promising new shows of the fall. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Breaking down all the good, the bad and the "wait, what?" from BuzzFeed, the internet and beyond. BuzzFeed Daily covers the trends, shows, influencers, celebrities, and the stories that are doing their best to break the internet. Hosted by Casey Rackham, Shyla Watson and Stephen LaConte, listen to new episodes every weekday evening. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
September was so full of new TV shows, red carpet fashion, and bizarre headlines that we could barely squeeze it all into one episode. This week, we're digging through some of the biggest moments of the month, like John Mulaney's eyebrow-raising interview with Seth Meyers, the latest on Britney Spears's conservatorship (and the many documentaries about it), and of course, Zareen's take on Drake's long-anticipated new album, Certified Lover Boy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In this week's episode, we're talking all things Emmys! We've finally returned from the depths of virtual award season, and the casts of Ted Lasso, The Crown, and The Queen's Gambit really reaped the benefits. We're breaking down the biggest winners of the night, the frustrating snubs, and the lack of diversity, as well as some of our favorite moments and speeches. Stay tuned at the end of this episode for a special segment featuring POPSUGAR's Executive Style Director Dana Avidan Cohn on how to get red carpet looks at home with the help of Clinique. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Nepotism in Hollywood is nothing new: some of the most famous acting families go back generations. But with the rise of reality television and social media, it seems like all you need is a famous last name to achieve a certain level of celebrity these days (or at least a walk-on part in a movie). In this week's episode, we're discussing the rising stars who got a boost from their well-known parents (looking at you, Jack Quaid and Lily Collins), celebrity family connections you never knew about, and what happens when Hollywood nepotism goes awry (sorry, Olivia Jade). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
We couldn't say goodbye to summer without another round of head-scratching celebrity headlines. For starters, why are we suddenly so obsessed with all of Hollywood's bathing habits? Then, we break down the case of Scarlett Johansson vs. Disney (and other Marvel mishaps) and the backlash over Jeopardy's short-lived replacement for Alex Trebek. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Netflix is giving a makeover to a '90s classic this week with the release of He's All That, a gender-swapped take on the 1999 movie, with TikTok sensation Addison Rae in the leading role. But does this remake satisfy nostalgic fans or have us dusting off our VHS tapes of the original? In this week's episode we're re-visiting She's All That and how it stacks up 20 years later, plus reviewing the Netflix remake and forecasting whether or not it's a classic for a new generation. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
The tension! The theme song! The dead body! The White Lotus has been generating buzz since it premiered on HBO in July and has slowly become one of the most talked-about shows of the year. On this week's episode of Not Over It, we're getting into why the series has sparked so much conversation and how we became hooked on following the most cringe-worthy vacation money can buy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Actress, author, and podcast host Busy Philipps joins us to talk about a little bit of everything — the '90s nostalgia of her new series, Girls5eva, and working with Tina Fey; what her kids think about her Instagram account (and how they're actually getting paid for it!); and her experience working on some of the most iconic TV shows of all time. Plus, the pop culture moments she's not over, including her BFF Michelle Williams's tragic fate on Dawson's Creek. To learn more about Rao's Sauce for a cause check out their IG page found here: https://www.instagram.com/raoshomemade/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
July gave us so much to discuss (maybe a little too much), and we're breaking it all down in this week's episode. Adam Driver's new Burberry ad is at the forefront, but we also get into DaBaby's homophobic rant, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez going Instagram official, and Issa Rae's surprise wedding. Plus, the highs and lows of July's TV and movies — are you watching The White Lotus yet, or what Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
After a full year postponement, the Summer Olympics are now underway in Tokyo, and we've got some questions. In this week's episode, we're discussing the long, pandemic-paved road that got us here, what's different about this year's Games, and which athletes and sports have us tuning in. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
If you're not watching Never Have I Ever yet, you're seriously missing out. In this week's episode, we're breaking down all the reasons Mindy Kaling's Netflix comedy is one of the best teen shows out there right now. Plus, we chat with stars Lee Rodriguez (Fabiola) and Ramona Young (Eleanor) all about the second season's surprises, new characters, and — of course — whether they're Team Ben or Team Paxton. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Love Island has been a TV staple in the UK since 2015, but we're just getting warmed up here in the US with the third season of the show. In this week's episode, we're debating whether the reality dating series lives up to the hype (and the time investment). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Disney has already pulled on our nostalgic heartstrings with live-action versions of classic animated movies like Aladdin, Cinderella, and The Lion King (just to name a few), and many more are in development. On this week's episode, we're taking a closer look at these remakes and whether they're actually elevating beloved stories for a new generation or leaving us yearning to dust off our Disney VHS collections. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
On this week's episode, we're looking back at some of June's biggest headlines, controversies, and memorable moments. We're breaking down Britney Spears's statement about ending her conservatorship, Chrissy Teigen's ongoing social media drama, and Andy Cohen's interview with the Kardashians. Plus: the backlash against In the Heights, Michael B. Jordan's new rum, and Billie Eilish's problematic past. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
We all have that one friend who is resistant to the seemingly irresistible pull of Marvel movies (or maybe you are that friend). With Loki out on Disney+, movie theaters opening up again, and phase 4 of Marvel about to begin, it feels like there's no better time to get on the MCU train if you aren't already. In this week's episode of Not Over It, we're having a good old-fashioned debate about whether or not Marvel movies are worth the hype. Pick a side! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Bo Burnham has been on a hiatus from performing stand-up comedy since 2016, but he recently went back to his roots with the surprise release of his new Netflix special, Inside. The 90-minute one-man performance is both hilarious and heart-wrenching, and we've been talking about it pretty much nonstop since we watched it. On this week's episode, we're diving into the incredibly catchy songs and the deeper conversations that Burnham has sparked with Inside. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Every summer comes with a soundtrack, usually made up of the latest and greatest pop songs that keep us blowing out our speakers from the car to the beach all season long. But there's something about the summer jams of the '90s that will always hold a special place in hearts. On this week's episode, we're revisiting our favorite summer songs that defined the '90s, so close your eyes and queue up your Will Smith playlist, because it's summer, summer, summertime. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
When it comes to TV, summer means we can expect the return of some of the most wild reality dating shows, like Love Island, Too Hot to Handle, and Bachelor in Paradise. But it took decades to get us from The Dating Game to Love Is Blind, and in this week's episode , we're discussing some of the most memorable — and messy — reality shows we've watched (and cringed at) over the years. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
When Friends went off the air in 2004, we truly had no idea that we'd still be talking about the sitcom 17 years later, but here we are. On this week's episode, we're gearing up for the Friends reunion special by re-visiting some of our all-time favorite guest stars, one-liners, and episodes of the show. (It was extremely hard to narrow it down without Monica's level of organization, but we tried.) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
If the past few weeks have taught us anything, it's that the world is truly not over Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez as a couple. On this week's episode, we're breaking down all the latest developments of Ben and Jen's reunion — their trip to Montana, Alex Rodriguez's "response," and of course, what Ben's BFF Matt Damon has to say about all this. Plus, we dig deep into why we're all still so invested in this couple 17 years after they called off their engagement and broke up. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
The year 2011 was good to us — it gave us Game of Thrones, Drake's "Take Care," and three Ryan Gosling movies, so naturally it was a memorable year for pop culture. On this week's episode, we're checking in to see where some of the biggest "rising stars" of 2011 landed since getting their big break 10 years ago. While some turned into household names, superheroes, and Oscar winners, others hit their peak just a little earlier than we all predicted. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In an age where there seems to be a bottomless pit of TV shows to watch, why do we find ourselves sticking with series that have gotten worse with time (or never were good to begin with)? In this week's episode of Not Over It, we're digging into the art of hate-watching: why we do it, when we know it's time to quit, and how complaining about shows like Riverdale and Emily in Paris can actually bring us closer together. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
California, here we come — on this week's episode we're going back to The OC with two of the stars from the show that became a phenomenon. Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke (aka Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper) join us to re-visit some of the show's most iconic episodes (The fashion! The drama! The Spider-Man kiss!), the pop culture moments they're personally not over, and what we can expect from their new podcast, Welcome to the OC, Bitches. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
This year’s strange (and mostly virtual) award season wraps up with the Oscars on April 25, and on this week's episode of Not Over It, we're giving you a taste of what's in store. Plus, our predictions for who will be thanking the Academy (via Zoom or otherwise), the movies you need to see beforehand, and our favorite moments from Oscars past — roll the clip of the infamous La La Land vs. Moonlight mix-up. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
When Regé-Jean Page announced that he wouldn't be returning for the second season of Bridgerton, fans collectively lost their minds at the thought of the show continuing without Netflix's newest heartthrob. Page is hardly the first actor to build a huge fan base after hitting Netflix though, and on this week's episode, we're digging into the trope of the "Netflix boyfriend"— how actors like Noah Centineo skyrocket to stardom, what they do with their newfound fame, and why we can't seem to resist their onscreen personas. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
From The Challenge to Love Island and back again, this week's episode of Not Over It is all about the wild world of reality TV. We're diving into the shows we love (if you're not watching Real Housewives of Potomoc, you're missing out!), the ones we just can't quit (that's you, Siesta Key), and the underrated gems that are just waiting to take over your entire weekend with drama. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Pete Davidson might be dating Bridgerton's Phoebe Dynevor, Saweetie and Quavo are no more, and truly no one really knows what's happening with Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez. On this week's episode, we break down the latest in the world of celebrity couples, pondering questions like, "What if Harry Styles was your stepdad?" and, "How exactly did Machine Gun Kelly get that necklace of Megan Fox's blood?". Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Because we never get tired of talking about Fyre Festival — and more importantly, the two documentaries that followed — this week's episode of Not Over It is all about famous scams and the entertainment we've reaped from them. We discuss the latest con to get the Netflix treatment in Operation Varsity Blues, then revisit some of our favorite documentaries and docuseries about the scammers who nearly tricked their way to the top. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
We needed a full week to process Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's revealing sit-down interview with Oprah — and all that ensued in the days after. In this week's episode, we examine some of the biggest revelations with the help of special guest and royals aficionado Allie Merriam, who answers all of our questions about "the Firm" and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
The year was 2005. George W. Bush was president, we listened to music on iPods, and Netflix was still a DVD-rental-by-mail service. It was also the year that marked the beginning of an era in primetime television: the premiere of Grey's Anatomy. On this episode of Not Over It, we're revisiting some of the show's most iconic moments (for better or for worse), storylines we still can't get over, and the show's most heart-wrenching character departures. Join us as we try to remember all 17 seasons of ups, downs, and close encounters in the elevator at the hospital formerly known as Seattle Grace. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Remember back in the olden days when we saw movies in theaters? The year 2020 hit the movie industry hard, and the term "home box office" never felt so literal. As a result, many studios are releasing even their biggest blockbusters on streaming platforms, and there are a lot of films we'll be able to watch on our couches this year. On this week's episode, we dig into the movies we can't wait to see — Mortal Kombat, Don't Look Up, and In the Heights all made the cut, because we deserve the best of all genres! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Sex and the City is getting a reboot, and Becky and Zareen attempt to answer all of your questions: How will it go on without Samantha? Will Carrie and the gang still eat every meal at Cafeteria? Will anyone actually call this show by its new name, And Just Like That...? Probably not, but we’ll still be watching every episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Welcome to Not Over It! In our first episode, we break down some of the craziest moments of 2020 (who could forget that "Imagine" video), get nostalgic about shows we're still thinking about like The O.C. and re-evaluate everything we thought we knew about Justin Timberlake. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com