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Hayley, Claire and Jacqueline step away from the TV cameras and into the world of podcasting, opening up about their lives, opinions and current obsessions. Named after the juiciest segment of any newscast, each episode of The A Block is stacked with hot takes and the girls get real about what it’s like to be a woman in the 21st century.

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    • Feb 8, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    Multi-Tasking Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 72:19


    The A Block is back in action. Jacqueline and Claire settle in after a turbulent and vomit laden start to the evening to discuss some very pressing topics such as… Is Leo dating another child? Jen and Ben, trouble in paradise? Grammys - did we watch, what do we think? Cheer drama? Be ready to be scandalized  Plus, a question for the ages: Robyn. Why? Send us your chili recipes, so Claire can win her cook off.

    Zoos gonna Zoo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 73:45


    The first episode of 2023 is here and The A Block is picking up right where it left off... with chaos. Highlights from Hayley, Jacqueline and Claire's latest conversation: We ask the hard questions like  What can't we throw away? Do we care about Prince Harry anymore? Is Britney okay? Did Miley slay? What will happen to RHOSLC once Jen Shah is gone? And so much more!  Join us! Send us questions to theablockpod@gmail.com, Twitter @theablockpod or on Instagram at @theablockpod. You can hear each episode on the Kentucky Sports Radio feed and also by subscribing to The A Block on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Interested in partnering with us on the show? Reach out to advertise@on3.com.

    Pathetic Losers Who Are Also Stupid

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 91:39


    Holidays got you feeling too happy? Look no further than this bummer of an episode of The A Block! Well, okay, it's not that bad but we aren't exactly feeling FULL of the holiday spirit.  We discuss holidays as an adult, getting sick during the holidays and more mundane holidayness for you to dig into.  Plus we get into the Harry and Meghan of it all, Hayley steps into the light and rages against social media and we all bid farewell to something we hope stays the hell in 2022.  Thank you, to angel Andy Parsons for our special gifts. Merry Christmas!!!!!! Join us! Send us questions to theablockpod@gmail.com, Twitter @theablockpod or on Instagram at @theablockpod. You can hear each episode on the Kentucky Sports Radio feed and also by subscribing to The A Block on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Interested in partnering with us on the show? Reach out to advertise@on3.com.

    Where are my thumbs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 84:58


    The A Block is BACK. We catch up on Claire's falling down, Jacqueline's latest binges and Hayley's battle to hydrate. Women of industry indeed! Plus lots and lots of juicy goss: Balenciaga, what were thinking? Meghan & Harry, spare us! TJ & Amy, congrats people are finally watching  Kirstie Alley dead at 71  We're now recording every other week because ya girls are booked and busy, but we love you just the same! 

    Who IS Russell Crowe?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 78:55


    The girls are back, back, back again with a brand new episode of The A Block in which EVERYONE is getting federal prison time! Huh? Let us explain. We take on the prison industrial complex in one breath and detail our favorite cough syrups we abused as children in the next.  Tune in for chaos, a few show recommendations and LOLs 

    SEXY BABIES

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 80:24


    And let's cut to the chase, you know we're talking all things MidnighTS. Breaking down our initial reactions, favorite songs, lines, and those music videos.  Plus RIP to a true short king, Leslie Jordan.  Take a break from Taylor and listen to us for while!  Join us! Send us questions to theablockpod@gmail.com, Twitter @theablockpod or on Instagram at @theablockpod. You can hear

    MIDNIGHTS ERA

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 60:23


    We reminisce on a week together and the fallout we are now experiencing as a result. Claire is in (unrequited) love but living in squalor. Jac is exhausted, but at least her under eyes are well-hydrated. And Hayley apparently had enough of us because she's MIA!!!! Of course we dive in on some juicy topics: Bravo bravo f-ing bravo A basic salad dressing recipe causes a stir James Corden = cretin And we are SO ready for Taylor's Midnights ERA!!!!!

    Manifesting Tom Brady

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 68:49


    Hey-oooooooo! The A Block girls are at it again! This week we're breaking down all the hot goss, including - *gasp* - divorce lawyers called in for Tom and Gisele! And: The newly-released Christmas movies we're most excited about #CorgiChristmas A surprising wine find  Jacqueline's soup dreams A (small-chested) bra update  Positive self-talk to help make it through the next day (see: hour) Happy listening! Interested in partnering with us on the show? We'd love to have you! Reach out to advertise@on3.com.

    Call me Marilyn

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 98:20


    The A Block bares it all on this episode and by “all” we mean OUR SHOULDERS. A true scandal.  Listen as we do a tight 10 on coffee mugs, discuss harmless lies, the upcoming Super Bowl halftime show, dating app questions, bras and streaming recommendations.  We thought we had nothing to talk about but when has that ever stopped us? Join us! Send us questions to theablockpod@gmail.com, Twitter @theablockpod or on Instagram at @theablockpod. You can hear each episode on the 

    All men have is audacity

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 90:06


    Ya girls are back for the first full podcast under King Charles III's reign and we've got lots to discuss… Just Trudeau honors Queen (Elizabeth)  Claire details how to ask for a kiss  A couple of idiots married to Victoria's Secret models make questionable (at best) decisions  A Serial update 8 years in the making  podcast and streaming recommendations and so much more!  Put on your sweatshirt and biker shorts and settle in for what some have described as “a time!” 

    SPIT ON US HARRY

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2022 82:02


    You're all thinking it.  We start with the breaking news of the death of Queen Elizabeth. A true end to an era.  Then, we get deep and discuss the passage of time, adjusting and finding true happiness…but don't worry, darling, because we take a total left turn into spit-gate, the bravo-verse and a few reading recs from Miz Jac.  Join us! Send us questions to theablockpod@gmail.com, Twitter @theablockpod or on Instagram at @theablockpod. You can hear each episode on the Kentucky Sports Radio feed and also by subscribing to The A Block on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

    Capitalism Really Popped Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 101:17


    The A Block is BACK, LADIESSSS! Your 3 favorite gals return from a crazy schedule-induced 2 week break! This week it's all about... Tik Tok audio we can't stop singing Thank God we're not Addison Rae Media we've been binging on our 2-week break Ready for many, many Midnights with our girl Taylor Love

    YOU RAISE ME UP

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 109:22


    The A Block is reunited and we're trying our best!  We've got thoughts on phone habits, appropriate movie conversation and where to find the most non-toxic comment section on the internet: TIKTOK!  Plus we bask in the comfort of routines, discuss the need for an Armie Hammer documentary, drop some balls, give an excellent podcast rec, and dive in to the wedding of the decade. 

    Women in STEM

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 77:44


    The A Block features just two lone soldiers this week. Hayley Harmon is out, but don't worry, the ride is as wild as ever with Jacqueline Nie and Claire Crouch. Highlights: Jac and Claire talk CO2 emissions #TheSlap A little Real Housewives before taking a turn to Hobbytown USA where we find out we are, in fact, anthropologists.  Jac has a chat about Love Island UK Self care and fav things! The next time we ask a question, you WILL answer. 

    The Crew: Us, Tom, Bradley, Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 127:00


    It's another week of The A Block which means you're in for another wild ride with Hayley Harmon, Jacqueline Nie and Claire Crouch. Highlights from this podcast roller coaster: We go deep on our orthodontia journeys (or lack thereof)  We bare our souls by revealing embarrassing DMs  We trade crying at work stories  We force ourselves to fall in love with each other all over again by tackling the 36 Questions that lead to love 

    Chris Evans, hit me up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 120:12


    From puberty to hair loss, this episode of The A Block has. levels. y'all. Highlights: Thoughts on sweat Our latest PR strategy for Harry and Meghan  Claire shoots her shot with Chris Evans What's worse: being rich or beautiful  A lil T-Swift, true crime talk and Ultimate Girls Trip  What more could you ask for? ALSO - SEND US YOUR RELATIONSHIP QUESTIONS!

    So, how many times have you been married?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 114:29


    Claire Crouch, Jacqueline Nie and Hayley Harmon are back for another exciting edition of The A Block. Join us on this latest episode where we invoke the words of the great Jon Taffer! It's got everything: First date stories  More local news woes Camp v Prison, which is worse? Third Trimester Thompson strikes again Really good recommendations for ya mind, body and soul 

    A Butler, Thanks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 107:52


    The A Block is riding the storm out. Central Kentucky thunderstorms knocked Jacqueline Nie off the podcast prematurely, but Claire Crouch and Hayley Harmon are still going strong to touch on a variety of things, such as... Fawning over Elvis... ... and every 90s heartthrob you probably forgot about but will be thinking about tonight  Clothing confidence Claire realizes a childhood trauma Hayley houses some thunder and lightning. Listen now to make it make sense. 

    Two Poops on the Floor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 117:27


    The A Block is now an ice cream podcast. In honor of national Ice Cream Month the girls go IN on their definitive ice cream rankings. Highlights from a holiday weekend extravaganza: A little exercise talk because *balance*  Very important updates on Harry & Meghan  The latest in true crime Reality show roundup  Of course, some great favorite things/self care talk Light bragging on lactose tolerance 

    I Love That For You

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 124:05


    Happy podcast day! The A Block returns to revitalize your soul. The girls get real about body image, food and walking the line between YOLO and being healthy. They also have a little fun talking…  BREAK MY SOUL The new J-Lo Netflix special, Halftime  AND a bunch of recommendations 

    Suri Cruise's Birth Certificate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 117:01


    This week's listeners of The A Block are being challenged. Try and follow our psychotic train of thought. We dare you. Highlights: Breakfast talk  Hayley's first bout with heartburn  For the umpteenth week in a row, there is a fecal matter convo  Stop trying to make FETCH happen  The latest TIKTOK craze Homework Assignment!

    Yuckiness Portal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 133:57


    This week's edition of The A Block starts out strong with Chrisley update, a Royal roundup (shoutout Prince Louis!) and bad highlights. No, the show highlights aren't bad; just of the hair variety. What else is on this week's slate: Claire Reads a Story We dip our toe in some IUD talk, then make a hard turn into alcohol  Reality tv fun! 

    Rainy Day Bone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 94:39


    The A Block is back with plenty of ridiculous thoughts, opinions and this week you'll even receive a deodorant recommendation. What can't this trio talk about? More highlights from this week's episode: The trial of the century ends  The male audacity to defraud the IRS  Mormon mommy TikTok drama

    The Rebel-ion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 119:10


    The A Block girls are back in action. Join us. Let us be your break from the doom scrolling. Highlights: Burping Spying Positive self-talk Kravis gets married in gaudy fashion. Yes, we watched Rebel Wilson's Netflix movie and we have thoughts. 

    We Stan Mexican Pizza

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 96:39


    The A Block is back and better than ever, just like Mexican pizza. Hayley Harmon, Jacqueline Nie and Claire Crouch are back to talk about a variety of topics from around the world of pop culture and much, much more. Highlights: Preaching the importance of SPF Celebrating the return of Mexican Pizza  Reading recommendations  The latest in reality TV couple news  We contain multitudes

    Greasy & Stinky

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 105:03


    The A Block is back with an entertaining and enlightening recap of the exciting Kentucky Derby. They aren't just talking Derby to you, there is much, much more. Highlights: The Staircase - Colin Firth is a creep Early 2000s nostalgia  Social Media woes And Jack Harlow…would you hit it?

    I'm So Silly

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 120:08


    The A Block may have slightly gotten lost in the shuffle during Kentucky Derby/Mother's Day weekend, but Claire and Jacqueline still have you covered for the 15th straight week of the show. The two discussed a few things just before their producer took an out-of-office break, like... Their favorite Met Gala looks Podcast suggestions Reality TV Roundup Love for Trader Joe's

    Naked with Sneakers On

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 141:02


    Are you ready for The A Block? Hayley Harmon, Jacqueline Nie and Claire Crouch are back with more of their favorites things, TV recommendations and so much more in another jam-packed episode. Highlights: Johnny vs Amber Colby and Madlyn Pain and suffering Advice for living a more productive lifestyle and conducting the perfect fake phone call.  We love you!  Thank you!

    Where is Carol?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 136:41


    Do you like television? Well, the A Block's got it. British, new releases, reality trash -- Hayley, Claire and Jacqueline are all unintentionally on the same page and it's a thing of beauty. That's not all the trio dishes on this week. Highlights: Favorite things Self care Revolve Fest Sitting on your bed like a psycho. Please join us. It's SOMETHING and that's not NOTHING. 

    Introducing... The Podfather

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 80:42


    The A Block girls are back this week to discuss everything from the world of pop culture. Claire is out, but Hayley and Jacqueline are here to tell you 2000's nostalgia is alive and well. Highlights from the show:  Britney Spears is pregnant J.Lo & Ben are engaged (Thank you Craig Conover) Brooklyn Beckham gets married  Jacqueline and Hayley take shelter  The girls have FINALLY found some true crime documentaries you don't want to miss. Favorite things and self care!

    High School Valley Girls

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 136:08


    Hayley Harmon, Claire Crouch and Jacqueline Nie are over the slapping this week on a new edition of The A Block. The trio isn't, however, over talking about their lives, problems, celebrity gossip and whatever the hell else they feel like talking about.  - Does thrifting smell?  - Can you name the capitals? - Bruce Willis retires from acting  - We (Jacqueline and Hayley) will watch the Kardashians for you  - The Bad Vegan recap  As always the girls end with their favorite thing of the week and self care! 

    Slaps 'n Suds

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 118:55


    The trio is whole once again as Hayley Harmon triumphantly returns alongside Claire Crouch and Jacqueline Nie on The A Block. Of course, the crew has gotta talk about the slap heard ‘round the world! The drama from The Oscars is not all they discuss this week. Highlights:  The definitive seltzer rankings. Your girls are well rounded!  A very important question from a listener is answered. Join us! Send us questions to theblockpod@gmail.com, Twitter @theablockpod or on Instagram at @theablockpod.

    This is a Book Podcast Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 94:46


    On this week's edition of The A Block, Jacqueline and Claire hold down the fort and spontaneously become... LITERARY! A sneak peak of what else you'll find in this week's exciting episode... Book Recs  Royal Watch  Scammers Galore  And more! 

    Man, Oh Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 92:53


    Hayley Harmon, Jacqueline Nie and Claire Crouch are ready to rock and roll for another exciting edition of The A Block. Here's what's in store for this week's show: Covid anniversary  Social media is for normals only  Living in the absolute tundra  Breaking Kanye news  Don't forget to follow us on social media! Send us your questions, thoughts, problems and more Twitter: @theablockpod IG: theablockpod theablockpod@gmail.com

    Look at WE!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 102:46


    Hayley Harmon, Jacqueline Nie and Claire Crouch are back for another exciting edition of The A Block. What do the girls have in store for us this week? Here's a little preview: A demented game of Marry, F@$&, Kill Are you too hot for Covid? And we knew that blonde B was lying 

    KENTUCKY MULES ONLY

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 111:35


    You wanted it so we've got it. An episode all about ~changes~  It's not always pretty but we know firsthand making a big life change can definitely be worth it. We get real, go in and hopefully give some (decent) advice.  Plus The A Block girls pepper in some favorite things, self-care and Jacqueline *finally* has the face shaving tea you've been craving. Join us! Send us questions to theblockpod@gmail.com, Twitter @theablockpod or on Instagram at @theablockpod. You can hear each episode on the Kentucky Sports Radio feed and also by subscribing to The A Block on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

    WHAT IS IT ABOUT ADULT TWINS

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 113:44


    The gals get very visual on this week's episode and ask all the pressing questions of the day like… What is it about adult twins ? Are there rebel-heads? What did sam hunt do? Is love blind or cuckcoo? What happens to tampons when you die  And how much staring do you need in the morning Join us! Send us questions to theblockpod@gmail.com or Instagram at @theablockpod

    Three Plus Six Equals Nine

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 109:28


    In the latest edition of The A Block, Hayley Harmon, Claire Crouch and Jacqueline Nie do math. And NAIL it! It's another jumbo-size episode that also features... Pouring one out for the couple we never asked for but deserve: Aaron Rodgers + Shailene  Kanye learns about Caps Lock  Figure Skating is scandalous. Please do not swipe right on a man who requires a loan. Homework: Watch Inventing Anna on Netflix!

    And Just Like That... The Olympics are Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 109:27


    The A Block girls are back and talking like they haven't spoken to anyone else in a full week. Highlights from another outstanding episode: -Jacqueline dishes on all things Housewives -The Gals make a case for Season 2 of "And Just Like That" -Claire declares her love for a certain Olympian  -Hayley finally washes her face 

    Ep. 9: (Taylor's Version)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 101:53


    Catch up with Claire, Jacqueline and Hayley to see what they've been up to since the first episode of The A Block's resurgence! The girls finally have an opportunity to discuss a topic they've been dying to talk about: Taylor Swift's re-recordings. It's just one of the many highlights from their tour through the world of pop culture. Highlights: A broadway show ticket debacle Claire reads the girls their Chinese New Year meanings Rihanna's surprise pregnancy What is going on with the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City??  

    Ep. 8: If you can't tone it, tan it

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 104:25


    The gals are back with a super-sized episode of The A Block. Catch up with what Hayley Harmon, Jacqueline Nie and Claire Crouch have been up to and hear the latest from the world of entertainment. Highlights from your new favorite thing about Thursdays. Answering an important question: “Should I do the splits?” The biggest problems with local TV news. Britney and Jamie Lynn Spears go back and forth. Kanye and Julia Fox are a thing? Shaving your face is proper self care.

    Reintroducing The A Block, with Hayley Harmon, Claire Crouch and Jacqueline Nie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 6:17


    The A Block is BACK. The powers that be could not stop Hayley Harmon, Claire Crouch and Jacqueline Nie from returning to the KSR airwaves. Two years after its initial inception, The A Block is returning to Kentucky Sports Radio. A podcast that touches on a variety of topics from around the world of entertainment, every Thursday the former Lexington TV news vets will share insights into the world of pop culture while sharing general nonsense. Prepare for lots of laughs as the lovely ladies share stories from their lives each and every week. Enjoy a brief introduction this week before they dive back in headfirst.

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