Pop Apologists

Lauren & Chanler are back in the studio with the latest news — from the Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni settlement and Met Gala moments to the wild JPMorgan lawsuit, Taylor Frankie Paul updates, and the latest RHOBH reunion tea. (00:01:53) ⚖️ Blake & Justin Settlement — the surprising update and what it means (00:09:22) 👗 Blake at the Met Gala — red carpet return and not backing down (00:16:57) 🎤 Gigi Hadid Met Gala Moment — the art question that broke Gigi’s brain (00:23:00) ✨ Lauren Sanchez’s Madame X Dress — the art history and modern commentary connection (00:29:03) 📖 Yesteryear Book Talk — Ballerina Farm-inspired hate fiction thoughts (00:30:09) 💼 JPMorgan Chase Lawsuit — the wild allegations and latest twists (00:44:54) 💍 Taylor Frankie Paul Bachelorette News — her comeback and image rehab (00:49:26) 📺 SLOMW Updates — Whitney’s exit and the Orange County spinoff (00:52:39) ✈️ Lauren’s Delta Counter Crashout — 3AM wake-up chaos and bag check fails (00:59:02) 💎 RHOBH Reunion Part 2 — Dorit vs. Kyle, Amanda moments, and Kathy gems Clean Simple Eats: Get 10% off at https://www.CleanSimpleEats.com/POPAPOLOGISTS10 Booking.com: Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Get Seen. Get Booked on Booking.com  Direct TV: Go to http://directv.com/genrepacks and sign up today. Progressive Insurance: Visit http://Progressive.com and see if you can enjoy a little extra cash back on your auto insurance. Revolve: Shop at http://REVOLVE.com/POP and use code POP for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/POP and use POP at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. BetterHelp: This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/POPAPOLOGISTS  Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We break down the Summer House reunion LEAKED audio — all the Amanda and West bombshells revealed, and our theory on whether Bravo was behind it. Then: Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles are ENGAGED, and we have thoughts. After the break, Sarah and Claire from The Skin Clique are back for a masterclass on getting your best skin — retinoids, sunscreen, fillers, neurotoxins, GLP-1s, celebrity skin confessions, and so much more. Get 10% off at ⁠www.skinclique.com/pop⁠ with code POP10. 05:00 — 🐍 Discussing and reacting to publicly circulating Summer House transcript excerpts 15:00 — 💥 Amanda, Sierra & the situationship fallout 25:00 — 🎬 Was the leak a Bravo move? 26:00 — 💍 Zoë Kravitz & Harry Styles engagement 31:00 — 🎶 Taylor Swift's 1989 was written about Harry 37:00 — 🧴 Welcome Sarah & Claire from The Skin Clique! 41:00 — 🖼️ "I can't clean the canvas with a needle" — skincare basics first 50:00 — 🌿 Retinoid family tree explained 58:00 — ☀️ Sunscreen 101 1:15:00 — 🚿 Stop washing your face in the shower! 1:26:00 — 💉 Sculptra, fillers & bio-stimulators 1:31:00 — ⚠️ Filler risks & how to choose the right injector 1:52:00 — 😬 Aesthetic trends & the "Real Housewife" overcorrection 2:13:00 — 👀 Celebrity skin speculation 2:18:00 — 🛍️ Wrap up + 10% off with code POP10 Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lauren and Chanler reunite for another round of unfiltered celebrity gossip and real talk. (00:06:48) 💉 Kris Jenner’s Slipping Facelift — The $250K lift that’s fading fast, comparisons to Denise Richards and Lori Loughlin, and the honeymoon period after plastic surgery. (00:20:33) 🎤 Lena Dunham on Jack Antonoff & Lorde — Memoir bombshells, the infamous PowerPoint, and the tangled relationships involving Taylor Swift. (00:28:35) 👨‍❤️‍👩 Ryan Reynolds on Blake Lively — Proud husband comments on the Today Show and what “people have no idea what’s really going on” really means. (00:35:15) 👑 Alex Cooper vs Alix Earle — Unwell Network tensions, political differences, and why Brianna Chickenfry says Alix holds all the cards. (00:44:22) 📖 Amy Griffin’s “The Tell” Lawsuit — New allegations of stolen stories via fake talent scouts, MDMA therapy, and the woman at the center of the controversy. (00:54:23) 👧🏼 Charlize Theron’s Childhood Trauma — Tragic childhood story, why she kept the story quiet for years, and the realities of domestic violence. (01:00:46) 🏠 Summer House Update — West & Ciara developments, the Amanda situation, overlapping timeline questions, and what’s coming in the next episode. EarlyBird CBD: Visit https://www.EarlyBirdCBD.com and use code 420 for 25% off Booking.com: Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Get Seen. Get Booked on Booking.com  Quince: Go to https://Quince.com/apologist for free shipping and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Wayfair: Head to https://Wayfair.com April 25th through the 27th to shop Way Day, 80% OFF with fast and FREE shipping on everything! Macy’s: Shop at https://www.macys.com or in stores now! Cozy Earth: Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code POP for an exclusive 20% off. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lauren and Chanler sit down with Kate Casey for an unfiltered conversation on the gripping Netflix docuseries Trust Me: The False Prophet. They break down the shocking story of Samuel Bateman, the FLDS community’s ongoing struggles, Christine Marie’s bravery, and the heartbreaking realities behind the scenes. Timestamps: (00:00:29) 🎙️ Kate Casey Joins the Show — cult docs, FLDS fascination, and why this series hits different (00:03:29) 👤 Christine Marie’s Story — escaping abuse and turning pain into purpose (00:07:26) 🏠 FLDS House & Money Realities — how ownership, evictions, and survival actually work (00:09:58) 📚 Higher Education in the Community — degrees, Rulon vs. Warren Jeffs, and shifting rules (00:12:52) 📖 Trust Me Synopsis — Samuel Bateman’s rise, the music video, and the chilling details (00:18:19) 😵 Samuel Bateman’s Energy — the “gummy” prophet, Bentleys, and white leather jacket chaos (00:21:53) ❤️ Devoted Wife Nomz — starry-eyed devotion and the slow unraveling (00:37:32) ⚖️ Law Enforcement Frustrations — recordings, delays, and why justice moved so slowly (00:43:00) 🎥 The Music Video & Queen of England — the most unhinged moments (00:50:14) 💔 Julia & Nomz’s Courage — breaking free, fear, and what happened after prison (01:12:45) 🔄 Where Are They Now? — lingering beliefs, parole dates, and what’s next for the community Booking.com: Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Get Seen. Get Booked on Booking.com  Good Wipes: Head to https://goodwipes.com/POPAPOLOGISTS and check out the selection of wipes. Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code POP at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/POP and use POP at checkout for 15% off any first-time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Cozy Earth: Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code POP for an exclusive 20% off. Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lauren and Chanler kick things off with some much-needed corrections to the record before diving into all the mess you can’t stop thinking about. From spilling the Summer House tea with mom to the latest on Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni. We also five into Meghan Markle’s surprising new gig, and Taylor Frankie Paul’s latest headlines. Timestamps: (00:00:00) 📝 Corrections to the Record — Paige DeSorbo shade mix-up and Carolyn Bessette’s mom tea (00:05:43) 👑 Deep Dive Plans — the Kennedy Curse, the women it ruined, and why we need this series (00:10:58) ☕️ Mom Gets the Summer House TLDR — explaining Amanda, West, Kyle & Ciara to mom (00:17:54) ⚖️ Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni Update — major claims dismissed, retaliation remaining, and her wild response (00:54:24) 👸 Meghan Markle News — the Australia retreat, low-rent gigs, and Tina Brown’s take (01:02:19) 📱 Taylor Frankie Paul Update — religious journey, image rehab, and the latest restraining order drama (01:05:31) 🇬🇧 Ladies of London — why this reboot is serving all the camp and chaos EarlyBird CBD: Visit https://www.EarlyBirdCBD.com and use code PA20 for 20% off Revolve: Shop at REVOLVE.com/POP and use code POP for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner Shopify: Start your business today with the industry’s best business partner at https://www.shopify.com/pop  Booking.com: Book today on the site or in the app! https://www.booking.com  Better Help: This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at https://www.BetterHelp.com/POPAPOLOGISTS  Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.