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Influencer State of Affairs w/ Sophie Gray & Meredith Lynch May 02, 2022

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It's a meeting of the minds to discuss the many facets of the world of influencers and all its surrounding controversies with two guests covering very different yet overlapping facets of this world.

(1:01:30)-(1:14:20) CW: ED, self-harm

(6:40) Emily's intro to Christina Najjar aka Tinx and a quick summary of her recent controversy of her resurfaced tweets from 10 and 2 years ago.

(12:10) Emily and Meredith do a full breakdown and analysis of Tinx; her cult following, why her recent controversy is so significant and the way that it was addressed, and more importantly the many things that remain unaddressed. They talk about the ways they were initially drawn to Tinx platform and their perspective on the PR nightmare that has been her resurfaced tweets, the glossy apology that glazed over acknowledgment of the issue and what our reactions say about our society and ourselves.

(59:05) Emily and Sophie meet to discuss Sophie's journey from fitness influencer to entrepreneur and mental health advocate. Sophie pulls back the curtain to explain what was really going on in her life through her decade-long journey. She went from a fitness influencer and model to being publicly called out and going through a breakdown only to resurface and launch an innovative mental health app.

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Rachel Hollis Tiktok summary:
https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbecomeawholething/video/7049899905904561414?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=6891764111961654790

Some of Tinx old tweets:
https://thetab.com/uk/2022/04/26/tinx-tweets-tiktok-fatphobic-kim-kardashian-248301

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Keeping Up with the Kardashians Nefarious Misbehavior w/Maia of Maiachondrialmembrane Apr 25, 2022

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I'm joined by Maia of @maiachondrialmembrane on Tiktok to break down all the latest with the Kardashian family and their new show. The analysis begins at (5:05) where we discuss why one of Maia's videos made it to Page 6 and had to be addressed by Khloe Kardashian herself. We dig into the deeper meanings behind the family's distraction tactics leading up to the release of their new show on Hulu, including Kim and Pete, Kylie, Khloe and Tristan, Kourtney and Travis and the persona Kris Jenner portrays.

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The results of Maia's Tiktok:
https://www.businessinsider.in/entertainment/news/khloe-kardashian-appears-to-admit-her-daughter-true-was-edited-into-viral-disneyland-pictures-with-her-cousins/articleshow/90830976.cms

The Kris Jenner case we reference:
https://www.vulture.com/2022/01/kris-jenner-sexual-harassment-lawsuit.html

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What’s the Deal With Scooter Braun? *Unlocked from Patreon* Apr 20, 2022

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The Scooter Braun content starts at minute (12:20) if you'd like to skip ahead!
This week, from the Patreon archives Emily and Sammy P. deep dive into the infamous world of Scooter Braun, current or former manager of Justin, Bieber, Ariana Grande, Kanye West, Karlie Kloss and many other A-listers. He is also famously the sworn enemy of Taylor Swift.

We discuss his origin story and all the rumors about him being a ruthless and overbearing manager who pushes his artists to the brink.
And of course, we break down the complicated and very public event of him buying Taylor Swift's masters, leading Taylor to tell her fans to “let him know how they feel about that” aka barrage him with d*ath threats (Taylor's Version). Many celebrities, including Karlie Kloss, had some choice words about this feud which we break down because, of course.

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The Data Behind Modern Relationships & Dating Apps w/ Dr. Aditi Paul Apr 11, 2022

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We're joined by Dr. Aditi Paul, researcher and professor specializing in online relationships and modern relationships. (5:00) We talk about how the language we use influences how we think about relationships and vice-versa. (8:00) We get into the data behind the confusing term “hooking up” and what it means to different generations. (12:00) We discuss the data behind what Gen Z is actually looking for: meaningless sex, meaningful relationships or somewhere in between? (19:00) We talk about how we pretend to be in online dating profiles vs. how people actually live their lives – ie. everyone pretending to rabidly love hiking when most of us are hobbyless potatoes most of the time. (26:00) I ask her my burning question – how real is Euphoria based on the data?? More specifically, how real is the sex and drug-induced haze that TV portrays for today's youth? (31:00) Finally, we discuss the #1 dating fear of Gen Z and the lack of progress on the orgasm gap or the differing levels of pleasure that men, women and non-binary folks are getting from their hookups.

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Her Book: The Current Collegiate Hookup Culture

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A Post-Slap World w/ Lex Niko Apr 04, 2022

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We're joined by Lex Niko to try to make sense of what we all witnessed this past week. First, we get personal and talk about our shared love of all things woo-woo, then (24:50) we get into the topic that got everyone talking – the Oscars. Yes, we share our thoughts on the slap. Yet we also share our dismay at all the topics that have been ignored in lieu of speaking about Will Smith slapping Chris Rock, including Venus & Serena Williams, a win for Questlove and the 3 female comedians that hosted the evening.

(39:50) We also discuss the other notable moments of the night, namely Lauren Zima v. Angus Cloud and Lauren Zima v. Tiffany Haddish, Julia Fox creating a new meme with every word spoken and Beyonce opening the show with new music.

(55:00) We talk about the lack of difference between watching reality tv and pro sports.

(58:00) We talk about our shared favourite show and ask the listeners to take a long hard look at your self in the mirror if you're not already watching – Summer House.

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TV Show Gateway Drugs & Checking in on Kanye w/ Candice of BBF Bravo Mar 28, 2022

Show notes

(5:40) The fun of dealing with internet trolls

(12:00) We peel back the many layers of the latest Kanye news, trying to understand, unravel and unpack his antics from a few different viewpoints and wonder what will happen with his upcoming Coachella performance and the way Kim Kardashian factors into this situation

(32:30) early 2000s reality tv including The Swan and Joe Millionaire (remember that?!) and the show I Wanna Marry “Harry”

(37:30) Elon Musk and Grimes' new baby they welcomed via surrogate, Exa Dark Siderael, bringing Elon's total number of children to 7 along with the theory that he has a fetish for impregnating women.

(46:30) Bella Hadid admitting to some of her plastic surgery, denying others, the inevitable way you'd be screwed up from having Yolanda Hadid as a mom, and the different approaches that nepotism models take like Kendall and Kaia Gerber.

(102:00) Some quick Bravo thoughts; mainly on Summer House, the gateway drug for all non-Bravo watchers

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The Rise and Fall of Hillsong w/ Sammy P Mar 21, 2022

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Emily and Sam dive deep into the nefarious world of Hillsong, detailing how it went from a trendy celebrity church to shrouded by allegations of scandal, corruption, and systemic abuse.

(2:10) We start off lightly with some chitchat; ranking my past dysfunctional relationships and a shoutout to our listeners in unexpected places. (20:50) Then we explore the origins of Hillsong: an Australian export and their first megachurch. (23:00) We explore its image, looking like a trendy nightclub, turning around the “uncool” image of Christianity and attracting celebs celebs like Justin and Hailey Bieber. (31:50) We discuss Carl lentz and the pastors that act like a facsimile for holy figure while living lives of corruption and hypocrisy. (31:05) We detail all the celebs who are or were once involved in the church; Justin and Hailey, Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Kourtney Kardashian Chris Pratt, Vanessa Hudgens, Bono and the Australian prime minister, touching on some blind items about Chris Pratt’s involvement in Hillsong and its dark implications.

(38:00) We discuss Justin Bieber’s questionable and bizarre relationship with leaders Carl Letz and Judas Smith; having no boundaries, Justin temporarily moving in with Carl Lentz. Was Carl Lentz grooming Justin?

(42:10) We discuss their flashy marketing as the “cool hipster church” covering up their subtle conversion therapy operation and Chris Pratt defending their homophobia and include a listener’s bizarre firsthand account of attending a Hillsong women’s conference.

(101:00) Content warning: one member's claims of SA at the church – (103:15)

(1:04:00) From the ashes of Hillsong, Churchome has risen; who’s on the board of directors of the “newest, coolest celebrity church” including the Kardashians, Ciara, and Lou Taylor and current members Justin and Hailey.

Content warning: SA, violence, abuse

This week's Patreon Episode:
What's Up With Scooter Braun? out March 23rd

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Bonus Episode: The Roast of John Mayer w/ Sammy P Mar 16, 2022

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In this bonus episode unlocked from the Patreon archives, Sammy P and Emily Rose read, in his own words, the opinions and thoughts of one John Mayer on the many topics he has spoken about. This includes, but is not limited to, the women he's slept with, gay people, race. All interviews we quote from are from when he was in his 30s and older. For Emily, as someone who used to be a fan until she knew too much, she's here to make up for lost time and this man out to dry.

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Hollywood’s Guide to Starting Your Own Religion Mar 14, 2022

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This week on a solo episode, join Emily for a light foray into the world of celebrities that started their own churches, cults and religions cults and those who were unfortunately born into them.

We start by talking about Emily's religious background, along with all the benefits and neuroses gained from that (4:47). We debate, what makes it a religion vs. a cult? (9:30) Then we get on to celebs that have started cults and churches of their own –

(11:45) Jared Leto's yearly retreat/white robed cult?
(15:00) Kris Jenner's church that she founded and still quietly runs today
(19:02) Mel Gibson's terrifying sounding Catholic cult/convent
(24:00) Andrew Keegan from 10 Things I Hate About You's secretive spiritual society he founded
(28:20) John Lennon's chill sounding vegetarian cult
(29:50) Michelle Pfiefer briefly joining Breatharianism
(30:10) The many celebs that were born into the Children of God
(35:00) When Neil Young used to hang around the Manson Family
(38:35) Jaden & Willow Smith and Kylie Jenner members of the Organite Society?

This week's Patreon Episode:
A Vanderpump Rules Symposium, out March 16th

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References:
https://www.baltimoresun.com/opinion/bs-xpm-2011-10-13-bs-ed-mormons-20111013-story.html

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The Justin and Hailey Episode w/ Sammy P Mar 07, 2022

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On this episode of Keeping Up with the Biebers, Emily Rose and Sammy P delve at long last into the murky timeline of Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin Bieber's tryst-turned-marriage. Selena Gomez, much to Hailey's chagrin, is mentioned throughout because she is, of course, a key player throughout their timeline. We go back to Justin's roots in humble ol' Ontario, Canada to talk about the trauma he endured throughout his troubled childhood. It becomes clear this has led him to where he is today, a ‘born again Christian' but still plagued by rumours of infidelity and mistreatment of his wife, Hailey.

Content warning: SA, violence, abuse

The master timeline we reference in the episode:
Click here for the link to the Justin-Hailey-Selena Master Timeline

This week's Patreon Episode:
Escaping a Cult, out March 9th

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