Even the Rich (Wondery)

Pamela’s early life is plagued by violence and she’s afraid she’ll never get out of Canada – until a chance spot on a Jumbotron launches her into the public eye – and straight to the Playboy Mansion.

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Donatella takes charge, and things start going south. Critics pan her designs. Buyers turn away in droves. Profits plummet. Behind the scenes, her drug use is spiraling out of control. She needs a savior. Enter Elton John.

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Even The Rich is hitting the big time. To celebrate 100 episodes, hosts Brooke and Aricia are answering your questions and spilling the details on everything you’ve ever wanted to know. How long have they been BFFs? Who’s their ideal celebrity co-host? And how do they really feel about Brooke’s singing? Plus, we share what’s coming up next on Even the Rich.

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Gabrielle navigated a challenging childhood and became the survivor of a violent crime. Now, faced with a brand new future, she learns what independence, success and romance can look like for a young woman. But as her star begins to rise, her self esteem takes a hit.

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Kim’s developed a sixth sense for spinning scandals into publicity – and publicity into new brands. But what worked in 2010 won’t work in 2020. To stay on top, Kim’s going to have to work against all the instincts that have gotten her this far.

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With a brand new record deal and a sizzling love affair, Mariah’s ready to strike out on her own. But now that she finally has her freedom, Mariah will learn the hard way that independence isn’t always easy.

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Anna's finally got her foot in the door at Vogue — but not in the position she hoped. And it doesn't help that she keeps butting heads with her boss Grace Mirabella. So when she's banished to failing magazines as a reprimand, she seizes the opportunity to show what she's really made of.

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Younger singers like Britney and Christina are taking over the pop charts. But Madonna refuses to be replaced or put out to pasture. She still knows how to stir up controversy to get the spotlight right where she wants it: on her. 

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When I Love Lucy premieres, Lucy finds a way to keep her marriage and career together. She’s hoping that with Desi playing her husband, he won’t have time to cheat. But just as things are looking up, Lucy has to ask herself: how can you laugh when the world is ending?

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Beyonce’s stardom reaches new heights with the release of “Single Ladies.” She’s soaring toward the stratosphere when a nasty rumor pulls her back to earth: someone in her inner circle is stealing from her. What she finds out when she investigates threatens everything she’s spent her whole life building. And in the end, she’ll turn to Jay to help her find a way forward.

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For the first time ever, Jessica has everything she’s ever wanted — a loving husband, beautiful kids and a thriving business. But now that she’s on top of the world, there’s nothing to distract her from the hurt she’s been carrying since she was six years old…

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As we kick off Black History Month, we’re zeroing in on an actor famous for playing larger-than-life characters onscreen. After a slow and steady ascension up the showbiz ladder, South Carolina native Chadwick Boseman knocks it out of the park with his portrayal of Jackie Robinson in “42.” And after his regal performance in “Black Panther,” he becomes Hollywood royalty. But then, when Chadwick is at the top of his game, he’s dealt a devastating blow - a stage-3 colon cancer diagnosis. He handles the unthinkable with quiet dignity, keeping it completely under wraps while still helping others. One thing’s for certain - even though Chadwick is no longer with us, his incredible legacy remains. He was a talented actor and true humanitarian: a real life superhero.

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RuPaul is born feeling like an outsider. Rejection by his father and peers makes him doubt whether he’ll ever fit in. But instead of conforming, he doubles down and becomes a gender-bending punk musician.

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After a successful stint as part of Sonny and Cher (with musical and romantic partner, Sonny Bono) Cher strikes out on her own with a career that will see more eras than Taylor Swift. She becomes one of the biggest stars in the world! But with the glorious highs, also come devastating lows. But throughout it all, the “If I Could Turn Back Time” singer lives life on her terms, proving that dreams really do come true - if you just “believe.”

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After dragging himself back from a bad breakup and a dismal career slump, Ben finds love again with someone else. But for all his achievements, he can't seem to shake the specter of his father. Forgiving his dad will mean forgiving himself first — and maybe even finding love again.

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Beyonce’s stardom reaches new heights with the release of “Single Ladies.” She’s soaring toward the stratosphere when a nasty rumor pulls her back to earth: someone in her inner circle is stealing from her. What she finds out when she investigates threatens everything she’s spent her whole life building. And in the end, she’ll turn to Jay to help her find a way forward.

This episode originally aired on June 9, 2020.

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If any past celebrity could have pulled more Instagram followers than Kim Kardashian, it would have been Marilyn Monroe. Even without family money or a family, Marilyn knew exactly how to capture the world’s attention. But before she was Marilyn, she was just Norma Jeane Baker, a lonely young girl in the foster care system…

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Jessica Simpson has never stopped reinventing herself. Early in her career she went from pop star to reality star. Now she's a fashion mogul and author. Two decades into her career, she's still making waves. On this episode, culture writer Lindsay Mannering joins Aricia and Brooke to talk about their favorite Newlyweds moments, meeting Jessica at her Hidden Hills mansion, and Jessica’s enduring staying power.  

For more, check out Lindsay’s New York Times profile of Jessica Simpson: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/29/style/jessica-simpson-memoir-alcohol-addiction.html

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Elton John is hard at work masking his pain with his vices. His cocaine addiction is getting worse, and it’s starting to affect his career. But when a painful death leads him to his rock bottom, he finally figures out how to get the help he needs.

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Nowadays, the formula for fame is simple. Get a ring light, highlight your cheekbones, count your followers. But back in 2000, Paris Hilton had to figure it all out by herself. Step by step, she wrote the book on how to turn yourself into a brand, without social media, and then had to figure out how to survive the backlash that followed.

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Ariana Maddix always had dreams of making it big. And working at the restaurant SUR with the man she loved, seemed like a great way to get the ball rolling. But when her boyfriend of 9 years betrays her, she has to pick up the pieces of the life she thought she was building.

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Whitney and Bobby’s marriage is falling off a cliff. And even though she knows their relationship is more volatile than ever before, Whitney desperately wants to make things work. But with her drug use putting her life and career at risk. She knows it’s finally time for a change — once and for all. But… it might already be too late.

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Beyoncé and Jay-Z. They’re not just the first family of hip-hop. They remind us that magical, luminous, what-I-would-give-to-have-that love really does exist. That’s why this season we’re telling you the story of how two of the biggest stars on the planet came together, launched a multi-platinum, billion-dollar music empire, and almost lost it all. In this episode, sparks fly when a pop sensation from Houston and a gifted rapper from Brooklyn meet poolside in Cancun.

This episode originally aired on May 26, 2020.

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When Maurizio Gucci and Patrizia Reggiano fell in love, they were able to give each other exactly what they needed. For Patrizia, who was born out of wedlock, that was social standing. For Maurizio, who grew up under his father’s thumb, that was confidence. Now that they’ve found each other, they’re ready to take over the world – or, at least, the Gucci empire.

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Selena has always had a special relationship with her fans. She gives them everything onstage, and they love her for it. But when one fan takes her devotion too far, her actions have tragic consequences that ripple through the Tejano community for generations to come.

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It seems almost too good to be true. The supernaturally good-looking scion of the Kennedy dynasty meets a smart, ambitious woman and sweeps her off her feet. But behind the scenes, JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’s relationship is far from a fairy tale. They’re caught between worlds: the life they were trying to build together and the one John inherited. In this episode, John tries to step out from behind his father’s shadow and shake off his mother’s influence. Easier said than done.

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In part one, Caroline of Brunswick escaped her controlling parents only to wind up in a worse situation – married to Prince George IV of England, a serial cheater who despises her. Luckily, the English people hate the Prince just as much as she does. And that’s gonna come in handy because George is about to become king – and will use his newfound power to try to get rid of Caroline, again. She’ll have to use every trick up her sleeve in order to beat him at his own game.

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On February 1st, 2004, Janet Jackson’s right breast was exposed to a live audience of over 144 million at the Super Bowl — for 9/16ths of a second. What should have been a fleeting moment of professional embarrassment became a national scandal. It was a story that had everything: a titillating costume change gone wrong, a powerful black woman who refused to grovel, and a squeaky-clean, young white upstart who was only too happy to align himself with power. Racism, sexism and misogyny collided to turn one of the greatest entertainers in the world into nothing more than a political scapegoat. 

In the first episode of our special two-part series, we'll tell you the story of how one woman found a way to achieve the American dream — then had it all snatched away in an instant.

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Who killed Maurizio Gucci? As the police begin their investigation, they have no leads and too many suspects. Is it Patrizia, the wife Maurizio abandoned? Paolo, the cousin he betrayed? Or the Swiss mob, to whom Maurizio owed millions? The authorities go in circles – until a mysterious late-night phone call pushes the case in an entirely new direction.

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Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we’ve got a love story proving that maybe opposites do attract. After spending years as Hollywood’s most eligible (and sworn) bachelor, George Clooney’s life is turned upside down when he’s introduced to a beautiful, badass civil rights lawyer named Amal Alamuddin. They meet in 2013, and it doesn’t take long for People’s Sexiest Man Alive to fall for the woman who spends her time in a courtroom, and not a movie set. It’s a love story for the ages, Richies. And we’re all about it!

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With the mess of her first marriage behind her, Gabrielle opens herself up to new love with Dwyane Wade. But when life throws them one too many curveballs, their strong bond is tested. And it'll take Gabrielle a lot of work to let go of her fear and dive right into the deep end.

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​​Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio are falling in love, but they want different lives. Joe wants to settle down and live outside the spotlight, and Marilyn wants to be an even bigger star. If push comes to shove, which one will Marilyn choose: Joe or her career?

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When Dolly makes it to Nashville, stardom doesn’t come as quickly as she’d hoped. But landing a spot as the Girl Singer on Porter Wagoner’s show brings her much closer to her dreams. There’s just one problem — Porter controls every aspect of her career. And Dolly’s ready to strike out on her own. 

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Vanessa Williams always knew she'd be famous, but she thought it would be on her own terms. So when her historic Miss America win becomes an anchor around her neck, she'll have to fight to find a way to save herself from a scandal that could ruin her career before it even gets started.

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In the studio, Donatella is Gianni’s shadow. She’s always there to give her honest opinion, pushing her brother to go big or go home. Sure, they fight sometimes, but Gianni’s the first to admit that he needs his sister — right up until she goes behind his back.

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When Dolly makes it to Nashville, stardom doesn’t come as quickly as she’d hoped. But landing a spot as the Girl Singer on Porter Wagoner’s show brings her much closer to her dreams. There’s just one problem — Porter controls every aspect of her career. And Dolly’s ready to strike out on her own.

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When Ted Kennedy takes a vacation in the summer of 1969, it’s supposed to be a chance to blow off steam and get away from the crushing pressure of being a Kennedy. But one crashed car and a dead woman later, his trip turns into a scandal that threatens to ruin his family’s legacy. This season, we’re digging into the tragic saga of Chappaquiddick. In this episode, Ted Kennedy goes from baby brother to senator to potential presidential candidate. He flourishes in public, but in private, he flounders.

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Madonna is a cultural icon, and her influence can be found in the work of artists like Britney Spears, Lady Gaga and Lil Nas X. In this bonus episode, Brooke and Aricia take a deep dive into Madonna’s era-defining style, music and performances, and even fade into some of Madonna’s biggest feuds. So buckle up and enjoy the ride.

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Express Yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaPeGRakU5I&ab_channel=POPTASTICA%21 

Material Girl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6p-lDYPR2P8&ab_channel=Madonna 

Like A Virgin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IbvvZuSHrg&ab_channel=MadonnaMadders 

Madonna's Feuds: https://www.nickiswift.com/802312/a-complete-timeline-of-madonnas-many-feuds/

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Patty Hearst would eventually put the SLA in her rearview mirror; she’d go on to have two kids and act in a string of John Waters films. But through the years, the debate has continued: was Patty really brainwashed, or did she voluntarily join the SLA? To help answer this question, Brooke and Aricia are joined by author and social scientist Alexandra Stein. Alexandra studies the psychological tactics cult leaders use to brainwash their subjects. She also has first hand experience with cults, having survived a decade in one. Alexandra will explain why it’s so hard to leave a cult and what can help people break free.

To learn more about her story, check out Alexandra’s memoir: http://www.alexandrastein.com/inside-out-a-memoir-of-entering-and-breaking-out-of-a-minneapolis-political-cult.html

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In part one, Grace Kelly fought her way from aspiring actress to onscreen queen. Now she has an even bigger role on the horizon: European princess. Grace is about to catch the attention of Prince Rainier of Monaco, but marrying into a royal family will come with a whole lot more than she bargained for. Princess of Monaco will be her hardest role yet – and will eventually cost Grace her career, her happiness, and her freedom.

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Mariah’s only a teenager when she meets Tommy Mottola. As the head of Columbia Records, Tommy takes her from coat check girl to international superstar. But her fame comes at a price. Tommy controls her every move: what she wears, where she goes, and who she can (and can’t) hang out. When Mariah begins calling their house “Sing Sing,” she knows it’s time to hatch an escape plan.

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From a young age, Mariah Carey knew she’d do anything it took to escape the prison of her abusive home life. And singing made her feel free. So when her one-in-a-million voice made her a breakout star, she didn’t know she’d be trading one prison for one of her own making. This is a 4-part series on Mariah Carey, the enchanted songstress who battled her way through abuse and control, then fought like hell to truly be free.

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Once upon a time, no one had ever heard the name Kim Kardashian. But in the 15 years since the Kardashians have been on the scene, they’ve changed the nature of celebrity as we know it. How did the Kardashians turn 15 minutes of fame into 15 years and counting? This season we’re bringing you the story of a family who realized their greatest asset was themselves. But first, we start with the humble-ish beginnings of their visionary momager –Kris Jenner.

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Hack hack hack. That’s the sound of the Getty family coughing up the ransom money. Now it’s on Chace to arrange the exchange and rescue the boy. If he pulls it off, he’ll cover himself in glory. If he doesn’t, he should probably expect another ear in the mail.

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Angelina’s fame goes supernova when she falls in love with megastar Brad Pitt. Their romance burns hotter and brighter – until it explodes. As Angelina navigates the painful fallout of their toxic marriage, she’ll come to redefine love, family, and even herself. 

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The phone-hacking scandal doesn’t just threaten to bring down Rupert Murdoch’s empire: it might also tear apart his family. Siblings blame siblings. Rupert plays favorites. And Wendi seeks shelter from the storm in the arms of another man.

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This season we’re looking back at the rise of America’s first influencer. How did the wild child, hard-partying heiress who was “famous for being famous” end up netting more than $300 million on her own? In this episode, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree—and that tree is Big Kathy, Paris’ grandmother, who ends up pregnant but refuses to give up her dream of being famous. Her mantra? “Marry rich and have lots of babies.” All her efforts pay off with the arrival of her granddaughter Star, better known by the name that made her famous -- Paris Hilton. We’ll dig into the fascinating story of how a woman with stars in her eyes and an iron will helped create the 2000s scene queen people loved to hate, but couldn’t get enough of… for good reason. Paris Hilton is hot. 

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In part one, Catherine’s once ideal marriage to Henry VIII started to sour when she didn't provide a son to inherit the throne. And now that he has a younger girlfriend, Henry is ready to do whatever it takes to replace and erase Catherine – and make Anne his new queen. But two decades on the throne have turned Catherine into a formidable opponent. And she’s determined to hold on to her crown – no matter how ugly the fight gets.

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It’s a Taylor Swift love story, so baby, just say yes. Brooke and Aricia called up day-one Taylor fan – and Staff Writer at The Ringer – Nora Princiotti to talk us through stuff only the OG Swifties know — like the song “Permanent Marker” or the Easter Eggs hidden in Instagram posts, artwork, and…spy novels?!

Later, Bryan West,Taylor Swift beat reporter for USA Today, recaps her record-breaking Grammy-win-turned-album-announcement, and what’s next for Taylor as she kicks off the Eras Tour in Asia.

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With her divorce finalized, Jessica has her sights set on a new venture — fashion. She even has a new boyfriend in tow: John Mayer. But while John makes her feel sexy and desired, he also makes her feel… inadequate. And coping with her demons while he’s around is going to be much harder than she thought.

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Richies, it’s our last episode before we go on summer vacation, and we’ve got a juicy one for you. Britney Spears is clapping back at Ozzy Osbourne and the rest of his family. On a recent episode of the podcast, “The Osbournes,” Ozzy called Britney’s dance videos “very, very sad” and said he feels sorry for her. But the “Toxic” singer took to Instagram on Wednesday to fire back at all the Osbournes - and she didn’t mince words. In that same post, the Princess of Pop praised Kate Beckinsale for how she’s handled all the internet trolls who’ve come at her for not being age-appropriate on her socials. We’re definitely in the era of Britney not giving a f***!

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All good things must come to an end, right? Try telling that to Rupert Murdoch. In his eighties, the billionaire tycoon shows no sign of slowing down. But let’s face it: the guy must be exhausted. His company is mired in scandal — again — and he’s facing tougher competition than ever before. Don’t even get us started on his sons, Lachlan and James, who are so pissed at each other they’re about ready to rip off their shirts and fight it out. Something’s gotta give or else Rupert’s empire, the one he spent his whole life building, might just crumble. 

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In this encore series, we’re going beyond the headlines (and behind palace walls) to bring you the true stories of Diana Spencer and Meghan Markle. They enchanted the world, but it turns out life in the royal family is far from easy. In this episode, Meghan, who grew up idolizing Princess Di, scores a blind date with destiny. And by destiny, we mean Prince Harry.

This episode originally aired on March 17, 2020.

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In the aftermath of a national scandal, Vanessa faces off against Penthouse for ruining her life. But is it worth the risk of losing control of her life? Now, she's faced with an impossible choice: take a stand on principle, or bet that her talent can get her back on top.

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Imagine if Paris Hilton was kidnapped back when she was just a teenager – and that nobody, not even the FBI, could find her. Now imagine that, ten weeks later, she finally reemerges – waving a gun and robbing a bank alongside the people who kidnapped her.

It sounds too far-fetched to be true, but a version of this story really did happen. Back in 1974, left-wing terrorists abducted nineteen-year-old heiress Patty Hearst, the granddaughter of media tycoon William Randolph Hearst. And two months later, Patty publicly joined their cause.

But was Patty a participant or a victim? Was she a teenage girl who did what she had to do to survive, or a rich young woman who loved the thrill of being on the other side?

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Kim Kardashian West shot to fame and fortune by sharing her life on camera. But after a terrifying robbery, Kim begins to wonder if the lack of privacy is worth it. Meanwhile, another sister begins to eclipse Kim – only to find herself asking the same question.

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After years of soul searching and reflection, Will Smith is finally ready to confront his demons — and Hollywood rewards him for it. With his third Best Actor nomination under his belt, the Fresh Prince is inches away from his crowning achievement. But the scared kid he used to be is still hiding under all that swagger and bravado. And when Will lets his fear take over at a crucial moment, he nearly loses it all.

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There are few celebrities more beloved than Dolly Parton. In her decades-long career, she’s cultivated loyalty with her fans by always being true to her roots. But before she was the musician we know and love today, Dolly was just a poor girl in rural Tennessee with a song in her heart, and a dream to be a big star.

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Thanks to her once-in-a-generation voice, Céline Dion becomes one of most successful singers ever. But as her career reaches stratospheric heights, her personal life hits several devastating lows. A rare diagnosis takes an enormous toll, as it drastically affects the thing she loves doing the most: singing. But through sheer willpower and her indomitable spirit, she persists - showing the world that her voice will not be silenced.

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There are few celebrities more beloved than Dolly Parton. In her decades-long career, she’s cultivated loyalty with her fans by always being true to her roots. But before she was the musician we know and love today, Dolly was just a poor girl in rural Tennessee with a song in her heart, and a dream to be a big star…

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Last Sunday, the music industry honored their best at the Grammys. Stars including Lady Gaga, Chappell Roan, Doechii, and Beyoncé (yes, she finally won THAT award) all showed up and won. Not only did they walk away with some of the biggest awards of the night, they also delivered kickass speeches and knockout performances. But that was all inside at the ceremony. We’re also talking about what happened outside. Kayne West and his wife, Bianca Censori, brought plenty of drama to the red carpet. She raised eyebrows and dropped jaws with her barely-there ensemble. Then, we’ll wrap up today’s episode by bringing you up to speed on the controversy surrounding Selena Gomez’s Oscar-nominated, “Emilia Perez” co-star, Karla Sofía Gascón. Some incendiary social media posts from her past have surfaced. Will they cost her an Oscar?

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Silicon Valley. It’s a magical kingdom where nerds can become tycoons — and all that power goes straight to their big brains. Sarah Ellison joins us to talk about the downright ridiculous behavior of mega-rich techies. Sarah has written for outlets like the Wall Street Journal, Vanity Fair, and The Washington Post. She says if there’s one constant in her long career, it’s this: she writes about very rich people who sometimes act outrageously.

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Jada Pinkett came from an unstable home life that taught her she could only rely on herself. But her talent for acting takes her to Hollywood, where she pursues her dream of being onscreen. But then Will Smith happens. And even though she’s madly in love with their beautiful family, she worries she’s being consumed by his wants and needs and losing her own identity. Until one day… when she makes her voice heard.

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Courtney Love is famous, in love, and one half of grunge’s royal couple. But hostile press, addiction, and depression combine to destroy her newfound happiness.

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Camilla Shand just wants a normal life: a husband, a couple kids, and a house in the country. But when she meets the Prince of Wales, her whole world is turned upside down. She thinks she's found her fairytale. But she has no idea she’s about to become the subject of a national scandal.

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In Part Two of our Madonna Rewatch Bonus Episodes, Brooke and Aricia take a look at Madonna’s next frontier – the movies! Although she’s played a variety of roles, Madonna’s always playing some version of herself. We’ll look at two of her most iconic films, Desperately Seeking Susan and A League of Their Own. So, get ready for women’s baseball, eighties mayhem, and a sizzling trivia battle to top it off.Follow along with the episode at the following links:Desperately Seeking Susan:

1)   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHSCUluPnP8

2)   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyiG9P_Vc7A

3)   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_o4C32ReMM

A League of Their Own

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4I7qU6lcAUc
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LhpYfjGZvw
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQcKcSeXuac

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After fighting her way to the top, Anna's sure she's planted her flag in the annals of fashion forever. But it turns out some of her problems are a little closer to home. As she struggles to cement her legacy, Anna has to look back at her tenure, and find a way to atone for the wreckage she's left in her wake.

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Dolly makes her case to her record label, and convinces them she’s a solo star. On her own, her career reaches new heights, and she even branches out into Hollywood. But Porter Wagoner’s not letting go without a fight. And he’s not the only one who wants a piece of the shiny new Dolly Parton pie.

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Just in time for Thanksgiving, we bring you a celebrity we’re truly thankful for.

Pamela’s early life is plagued by violence and she’s afraid she’ll never get out of Canada – until a chance spot on a Jumbotron launches her into the public eye – and straight to the Playboy Mansion.

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Rupert’s oldest son Lachlan may have won the Murdoch family succession battle when he became CEO of the Fox Corporation. But that’s not where the Murdoch drama ends. On this brand new episode, New York Times assistant editor Ed Lee joins Aricia and Brooke to unpack some big news from James Murdoch. Later, culture writer Hunter Harris gives an update on the new season of HBO’s Succession. Harris flew to Tuscany to interview the cast and crew while they shot the final episodes of season three.

Read Ed Lee’s reporting on the Murdochs:

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/31/business/media/james-murdoch-resigns-news-corp.html

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Meeting Dr. Dre finally gives Snoop his big break. It’s the start of his new life. But before he can make it out of Long Beach, he'll have to learn that old lives die hard.

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Madonna’s just secured a record deal. It’s a start. But when your end goal is becoming “more famous than God,” there’s still a long way to go.

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Patty Hearst has just been arrested for the Hibernia Bank robbery, and the prosecution has a very solid case. First, they have photos of Patty robbing the joint. Second, they have tapes of her confessing to the crime. And third, America really, really hates a rich girl breaking bad.

But Patty’s new lawyer, F. Lee Bailey, thinks they can win this. They just need to take a risk and put Patty on the stand. If the jury hears her side, there’s no way they won’t acquit – and if they don’t … well, they’ll figure that out later.

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In this raucous holiday round up, special guests Leslie Jones and Lenny Marcus (SNL, The fckry Podcast) join Aricia and Brooke to share their wildest holiday mishaps and play an epic round of Would You Rather, holiday-style.

Plus, the hosts square off in a holiday trivia match for the ages, hosted by Nikki Boyer (Call Me Curious, Dying for Sex). And to wrap it all up: Brooke and Aricia answer your Ask Us Anything mailbag questions. Happy Holidays Richies!

Note: Due to the plentiful use of f-bombs, this episode is not for polite company. And since we’ll be bringing you some spoilers from Santa’s workshop, you may want to keep kids out of earshot.

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With a sex tape in her past and a reality television show in her future, Kim Kardashian is primed for stardom. But after a whirlwind wedding and a quickie divorce, her big dreams might come to a screeching halt.

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Courtney Love always knew she would be famous. Ambition shot her straight to the top of the punk scene, and soon everyone else knew she'd be famous too. But Courtney knew she was lucky to find love with Kurt Cobain. So as she works to build a family with him, she'll have to fight her demons — and his — to keep it from falling apart.

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In the late 1970s, when William Cohan was at boarding school, the administration asked him to show a new kid the ropes. That kid’s name? John F. Kennedy Jr. William later wrote a book about their friendship, and he joins us to talk about John’s penchant for partying, his daredevil streak, and the woman he loved.

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How does a simple Catholic girl from Michigan become a New York star? For the one and only Madonna, the answer is simple: by any means necessary. 

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After Drew’s behavior starts getting out of control, her desperate mother Jaid forces her into rehab. But when America discovers their girl-next-door is actually a hard-partying addict, they turn on her. Now, she’s unhireable. But the lessons she learns in rehab teach her one valuable lesson — if she’s going to succeed, she has to take back control of her story.

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Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz is a C-list princess from a tiny province who plans on living a lowkey life. But when the King of England asks for her hand, 17-year-old Charlotte finds herself thrust into the spotlight. Lucky for her, she and George III fall madly in love. But their fairy tale marriage is threatened when George falls prey to a mysterious illness. Shy Charlotte suddenly finds herself having to step up to the big leagues and play a political game – all to protect the love of her life.

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Anne Boleyn has been painted by history as a woman-hating vixen who weaseled her way into being Queen number two. But the real story is way more complicated. Anne started out as a pious lady-in-waiting who garnered the King’s attention. When Henry’s interest grows into a full-blown obsession, Anne decides she wants to be more than just another mistress. But first she’ll have to convince him to leave his first wife – which means changing the religion of an entire country. NBD. 

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Janet Jackson's infamous wardrobe malfunction might never be forgotten, but what about her legacy as a trail-blazing feminist? Janet cut a path for female pop performers controlling their own narrative. She was an advocate for women getting what they need in the bedroom before most people even knew the term “sex positive.” And she did it all while the press critiqued her every move, and her body, too. Culture writer Clover Hope joins Brooke and Aricia to set the record straight. Clover shares what it was like to meet Janet at a Manhattan sushi bar, her love for Poetic Justice, and her take on the aftermath of Janet’s Super Bowl halftime show. 

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Before Gigli, Jersey Girl or Jenny From The Block, there was just Ben Affleck — a young masshole with a difficult home life who just wants to be loved. But when he finally meets the girl of his dreams, their supernova stardom threatens the very thing he’s been searching for all along. This is a 2-part series on Bennifer, a power couple so hot they caused a media meltdown. Twice.

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Time to dust off those gavels, Richies. The court of “Rich and Weekly” is now in session. First, we have the latest in the never ending, always-twisting legal saga between “It Ends with Us” stars, Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively. He slapped her with a $400 million suit, and is now dragging Blake’s hubby, Ryan Reynolds, into the fray too! While they’re all still battling it out, Prince Harry just scored a legal victory across the pond. And closing things out, “your favorite artist’s favorite artist,” Chappell Roan, sat down for a revealing interview where she talks about how she’s handling her wild rise to fame. All we can say is, “Good Luck, Babe!”

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The Beatles go to the US and become an overnight sensation. But when John can’t cope with the pressure of fame, he finds solace in someone outside the band – experimental artist Yoko Ono.

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Mariah had her first bonafide flop with Glitter. But thanks to her devoted fans (aka the “lambily”), the soundtrack reached number one on iTunes 17 years later. But what about the movie Glitter, which just celebrated its 20th anniversary? Is it really that bad? Entertainment writer Matthew Jacobs joins Brooke and Aricia to talk about Glitter, tabloid culture in early 2000s, and their diva Mount Rushmore.    

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Even The Rich premieres March 17th.

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When we ended our series on Britney, we had no idea where her story would go next. But for the first time in 13 years, Britney’s speaking up on her own behalf, and she has a LOT to say. According to Britney, she’s facing restrictions so severe, they’re practically abuse. We spoke to Zoe Brennan-Krohn of the ACLU to help us figure out what rights Britney still has, what her next steps might be, and why conservatorships have become a crucial disability rights issue.

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Shannen Doherty is one hell of a fighter. Not only has she been battling cancer since 2015, she’s also in the middle of a divorce. She opens up about it all on her new podcast “Let’s Be Clear.” And in the latest episode, Shannen digs into her long-ass beef with former “Charmed” co-star, Alyssa Milano - and she doesn’t hold back!

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Richies, it looks like some major A-listers are seeing some big developments in their personal lives. Kicking things off, we have all the up-to-date intel on the shocking claim that Channing Tatum and Zoë Kravitz have thrown in the towel on their three-year relationship, effectively ending their engagement. And from Hollywood to the Great White Way, it looks like Hugh Jackman has hitched his Wells Fargo wagon to his former “The Music Man” co-star, Sutton Foster...while they may have still been married to other people. (Oops.) And then rounding things off, we’re talking all about Tom Brady’s (alleged) reaction to the news that his ex-wife, Gisele Bündchen, is pregnant with her new BF's baby!

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Lucille Ball always knew she would be a star. But it took a long time for the rest of the world to catch up. At first, all she found was failure and rejection. But when Hollywood told her she didn't have the looks to be a star, she turned to her secret weapon: comedy.

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In part one, Queen Charlotte and King George III fell into the kind of love story you usually only see in movies. But when George's health takes a mysterious turn, Charlotte finds herself with more questions than answers. Now, George’s rivals – including his own son – are plotting to force him off the throne. Charlotte has to find the strength to take on these enemies and pull the love of her life back from the brink.

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Vienna is working a delivery job when she hears about Cop City, a massive police training facility planned for Atlanta. She decides to join the activists trying to stop construction. When Vienna arrives in the South River Forest, she quickly finds a community, a cause and a love unlike any other. But the events of one morning shatters everything. Vienna and everyone connected to the forest begin to question what are you willing to die for? Wondery, Campside and Tenderfoot TV present: We Came to the Forest.

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Supermodel Naomi Campbell ruled the runway until Tyra Banks burst onto the scene in the 90s, challenging her crown. This ignited a media storm, pitting two iconic women of color against each other in a rivalry that shaped the fashion world for three decades. From backstage trash-talking to glamorous yacht photo shoots and a dramatic reality TV face-off, we'll peel back the layers of their feud. Was this rivalry fueled by personal ambition, or was it a mirror reflecting the underlying racism in the fashion world?

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Richies, because you all have been so good this year, we're bringing you one of our favorite ETR arcs just in time for the New Year. Calvin Broadus has so much to prove if he’s going to make it out of gang life. But that’s nothing new. He’s been proving people wrong his whole life. And being Snoop Dogg is how he’s going to do it again

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From a young age, Mariah Carey knew she’d do anything it took to escape the prison of her abusive home life. And singing made her feel free. So when her one-in-a-million voice made her a breakout star, she didn’t know she’d be trading one prison for one of her own making. 

This is a 4-part series on Mariah Carey, the enchanted songstress who battled her way through abuse and control, then fought like hell to truly be free.

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Kim can’t stop dropping F-bombs. Kourtney can’t keep it in her pants on Instagram. And was Khloé secretly engaged to Tristan Thompson? Page Six writer Francesca Bacardi joins Brooke and Aricia to talk all that and so much more in this year-in-review of all things Kardashian. From Kylie’s hiding out after her Astroworld appearance to Pete Davidson’s infamous selfie while in bed with Kim, and what to expect from the Kardashian’s new Hulu series, Francesca sorts facts from fiction.

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Rupert becomes the hopeless cliche of a much older rich man caught up in a whirlwind romance with a younger woman who works for him. He sees a chance at happiness, but his kids see something else entirely — a threat to their inheritance.

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Between a hit TV show, platinum-selling albums and box office bonafides, Will Smith once epitomized the celebrity A-Lister. Now, he’s got to find his place in the new era of Hollywood. So what’s next for the Fresh Prince? BuzzFeed culture reporter Elamin Abdelmahmoud joins Brooke and Aricia to discuss their favorite Will Smith roles, The Slap, and what’s going on with all that oversharing.

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When Geri realizes she's outgrown "Ginger Spice" she knows that things have got to change. But looking out for herself means hurting her friends. And the hurt might be too big to cut through.

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