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Bonus 10: Racism in Bachelor Nation Feb 14, 2021

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In this bonus episode of the podcast, Torry and Teddy discuss the recent interview between Rachel Lindsay and Chris Harrison, who was defending the racist actions of Rachael Kirkconnell, a contestant on Matt James’ season of the Bachelor. Sign the petition to remove Chris Harrison from the Bachelor franchise. Listen to Rachel discuss the interview on the Higher Learning podcast. Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Bonus 9: Is Nick Jonas an Asshole? (And Other Unanswerable Niley Questions) Feb 06, 2021

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In this bonus episode of the podcast, Torry is joined by Tiktoker, Nissy, to discuss the relationship between Nick Jonas and Miley Cyrus. First, they talk about how Nissy started tiktoking about Niley and how they followed the couple in the early 2000’s (2:01). They discuss if they were Team Kevin, Nick, or Joe (11:31) and then start to discuss the timeline of their relationship: when Nick and Miley first met (15:43), if Nick Jonas is a player (31:00), when Selena and Nick start dating (36:54), and their last (or is it?!) reconciliation (50:00). They talk about the songs that Miley and Nick wrote about each other (1:04:15), where their relationship status stands today (1:20:27), and finally, the comparisons to another Disney Channel love triangle (1:28:00). Listen to Nissy’s Niley Spotify playlist here and follow her on Twitch. Check out the companion episodes: Patreon 98: Is Liam Hemsworth an Asshole? (And Other Unanswerable Questions) Patreon 82: Is Joe Jonas an Asshole? (And Other Unanswerable Jemi Questions) Follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 48: Petty about Everything I Missed in January Jan 26, 2021

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In episode 48, Torry shares some tips for getting through a difficult winter and talks about revenge bedtime procrastination. Next, she discusses the Kim Kardashian and Kanye West divorce drama (6:40) and Kourtney Kardashian’s rumoured new boyfriend, Travis Barker (10:50). Then Torry dives into the High School Musical: The Musical, The Series drama or the Olivia Rodrigo/Joshua Bassett/Sabrina Carpenter love triangle – the Instagram posts, song lyrics, and everything in between (15:48). Torry discusses Sofia Franklyn’s appearance on the We Met at Acme podcast and the tea she spilt (30:26). Finally, Torry discusses Bachelor Nation news: Matt being a bad roommate (36:41), Carly Waddell and Evan Bass’ divorce (39:23), and Clare Crawley and Dale Moss’ break up (41:29). Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Bonus 8: A Look into Princess Diana and the Royal Family Conspiracy Theories Jan 04, 2021

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In this bonus episode of the podcast, Torry and Aida Salamat (a Tiktoker who makes videos about Princess Diana) share how they learned about the Royal Family growing up in Canada (4:15) and the public fascination still to this day (6:44). They discuss Princess Diana and Prince Charles’ marriage (11:31), divorce, and Diana’s life afterward (24:30). Then they talk through the conspiracies around her death, including involvement of the Royal Family (28:13), it being faked (39:18), and a letter Diana wrote to her butler (41:44). Next they discuss Meghan Markle and why she didn’t have a fair chance of succeeding with her royal duties (44:35) and the blame she gets for Harry leaving the Royal Family (52:18). Finally, in true RTBP fashion, they dive in to the rumours of Will cheating on Kate (1:08:20) and Will’s hairline (1:11:17). Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 47: Petty about Bridgerton and Other TV News Dec 29, 2020

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In episode 47, Torry discusses the cancellation of the Lizzie McGuire reboot (2:23), the possible Sex and the City “revisit” (5:13), and Hilaria Baldwin being exposed for faking her Spanish heritage (8:40). Next Torry shares her thoughts on Bridgerton, its sex scenes and the repercussions on our current society (14:31). Finally, Torry tells three stories in This Week in Petty that have happened recently: selling clothes second-hand (22:31), being tacky in Paris (26:25), and being called out at Starbucks (28:41). Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Bonus 7: The Bachelorette Season 16 Finale Recap (with Mads Mitchell, @mad_mitch) Dec 25, 2020

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In this bonus episode of the podcast, Torry is joined by Maddy, who shares her hot takes on the Bachelorette on Tiktok as well as hosts Parked Car Convos. They discuss Tayshia’s Bachelorette finale, including spoilers (5:50), Ivan’s departure (8:38), Tayshia and Zac relationship predictions (25:20), the villains (32:22), and Ben’s return (37:10). Next, they discuss Matt James’ upcoming season (47:50) and finally, they discuss the huge Instagram following of @luyendyktwins and @glitterbaby2021, two of Bachelor Nation’s newest babies (51:46). Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 46: Petty about Olivia Jade on Red Table Talk (with Sarah Hearon) Dec 14, 2020

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In episode 46, Torry is joined by Sarah Hearon from Us Weekly, the Hot Hollywood Podcast, and the Here for the Right Reasons Podcast. Sarah shares her story of becoming a Senior Staff Writer at Us, working for a tabloid magazine, and interviewing our fav celebrities (3:16). Next they discuss their highlights and lowlights of Week 9 of the Bachelorette (21:21) and the differences between the Bachelorette and the Bachelor. After, they discuss Olivia Jade on Red Table Talk, who recently apologized for her involvement in the college admissions scandal (37:27). Finally, they discuss Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor’s exit from Vanderpump Rules (56:13). Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 45: Petty about Pop Culture in 2020 Dec 09, 2020

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In episode 45, Alaina from the Girl We Gotta Talk Podcast is here to discuss the Dancing with the Stars finale, specifically two back-to-back Bachelorette winners (5:30), and recap some of the top pop culture moments of 2020 including: Meghan and Harry leaving the Royal Family (21:23), Tiger King and its impact on Halloween (31:36), Charli and Dixie Tiktok drama (34:39), and Demi Lovato’s break-up (50:50). Next Alaina shares how to get out of a rut (56:23) and finally, Alaina shares her This Week in Petty about a potential finsta account following her socials (1:09:34). Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 44: Petty about Demi Lovato's Thanksgiving Dec 04, 2020

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In episode 44, Torry and Nick discuss folklore: the long pond studio sessions, including the purpose of the documentary (4:51), the identity of William Bowery (30:48), and other best moments. They discuss Demi Lovato’s Thanksgiving scandal, where she promoted a turkey sanctuary and then simultaneously showed her roast turkey dinner on Instagram (48:34). Next, Torry and Nick discuss Matthew Morrison as the Grinch and live musicals (1:04:15) and finally, Nick updates the listeners on his previous This Week in Petty (1:13:24). Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 43: Petty about The Princess Switch 2 Nov 29, 2020

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In episode 43, Torry welcomes back Teddy to discuss Tayshia and Ivan’s conversation about Black Lives Matter on the Bachelorette (4:57) and spill the tea on the rest of the men (20:49). They discuss their top 5 favourite Christmas songs (30:05) and then they analyze The Princess Switch 2 on Netflix (47:00). Finally, Teddy suggests some other holiday movies to watch (54:49). Listen to Teddy’s Christmas playlist, Simply Having a Wonderful Christmas Time. Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

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