Ready to Be Petty: A Pop Culture Podcast

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Bonus 4: A folklore Deep Dive Aug 04, 2020

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In this bonus episode of the podcast, Torry and Nick discuss Taylor Swift’s surprise album, folklore (6:10). They describe the cardigan merch (18:05) and Taylor’s connection to Maine (20:57). At 25:05, they analyze the 1, cardigan (32:06), and august (36:53). They talk about the references to Taylor’s life in the album (44:23) and then discuss illicit affairs (55:22) and my tears ricochet (58:40). In true RTBP fashion, they name the worst song on the album at 1:04:14. Torry and Nick talk about the best way to listen to this album, which is to eat cheese in a dark room (1:12:51) and finally announce their favourite song at 1:26:00. Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 34: Petty about Will, Jada, and August Aug 03, 2020

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In episode 34, Torry is joined by the host of the Leeza Rants Podcast, Leeza Smith! They discuss the Jada Pinkett-Smith and August Alsina relationship rumours (4:48) and the Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson engagement rumours (23:18). They also talk about Kanye West running for president (38:20) and their thoughts on Hamilton (50:51). Torry shares a story of when she was in New York and her tour guide rapped “My Shot” in front of Alexander Hamilton's grave (1:07:43). This episode was recorded on July 9th, 2020. Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Bonus 3: The Psychology behind the Kardashian Sisters (with Natasha Tiwari) Jul 05, 2020

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In this bonus episode of the podcast, Natasha Tiwari, an award-winning psychologist from the UK joins Torry to discuss celebrity culture. Torry and Natasha discuss why people are drawn to the Kardashians and other celebrities (3:29), Kim’s recent controversial tweets (13:40), the differences between British and American celebrities (18:31), and the changes the way we follow celebrities on social media (21:54). They then discuss what we can learn from the Kardashian sisters including: learning from their love lives (31:15), healthy narcissism (44:37), boundaries (53:07), and manifestation (1:01:40). To learn how to go viral on Instagram, manifest like a Kardashian, heal from heartbreak, or grow your own business, check out Natasha’s exclusive RTBP series. Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 33: Petty about a Summer without Bachelor Jun 29, 2020

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In episode 33, Torry shares that Clare Crawley’s Bachelorette season has started filming. She is then joined by Carly from the To Be Influenced Podcast to discuss why she started her podcast about influencers. They then share their current thoughts about Bachelor Nation (9:00). After, they recap recent news stories including: Clare’s upcoming season (12:48), Bachelor: Greatest of All Time (18:37), Matt James being named the first black Bachelor and how the show can improve to better support its cast and audience (31:50), Victoria Fuller and Chris Soules making it Instagram official (42:34), Nick Viall and Andi Dorfman relationship speculation (45:09), and finally Colton Underwood and Cassie Randolph getting tattoos together (49:32). Learn more about the Bachelor Diversity Campaign and sign the petition. Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 32: Petty about Boyfriend POVs Jun 24, 2020

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In episode 32, Torry is joined by Nicole and Derrick to discuss how they became friends, why sugar daddies are sliding into their DMs (4:21), and the viral trend of boyfriend POVs (20:59). Devin Caherly, we’re sorry in advance. They also discuss the thing that brought them together – Britney Jean Spears and what she has been up to in quarantine (30:08). They then discuss their thoughts about Kristen Stewart playing Princess Diana in an upcoming movie (41:05). Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 31: Petty about Quarantine Haircuts Jun 15, 2020

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In episode 31, Torry is joined by Alexa and Taylor from the Uncorked & Unfiltered Podcast and they still can’t stop talking about the Call Her Daddy fall out (4:35). They also talk about Lea Michele being rude on the set of Glee and the classic celeb apology we hear a lot nowadays (7:23). Is this a similar situation to what happened with Ellen DeGeneres and Katherine Heigel? Then they discuss Prince Will volunteering for a crisis line (25:30) and other musings about the Fab 4 (30:09). Next Alexa shares giving her boyfriend a quarantine haircut and Taylor confesses she almost died at the beach in This Week in Petty (36:36). Listen to Torry talk about her quarantine favs/least favs on Uncorked & Unfiltered. Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 30: Petty about Kylie Jenner vs. Forbes Jun 01, 2020

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In episode 30, Torry is joined by Olivia, the host of the Saturday Night Liv podcast. They discuss their main takeaways from the recent Lizzie McGuire reunion and their hopes for the reboot filming to resume (6:07). They then talk about Forbes accusing Kylie and Kris Jenner of forging their tax submissions (19:00). Can we still call Kylie the youngest self-made billionaire? Next Torry and Olivia talk about Scott Disick and Sofia Richie’s break-up (30:48) and Colton Underwood and Cassie Randolph’s break-up (42:19). Finally, Olivia shares her This Week in Petty and Torry tries to convince Olivia to watch Drive to Survive (54:08). Donate to the Minnesota Freedom Fund. Listen to Torry talk about the Kardashians on Saturday Night Liv. Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 29: Petty about Call Her Daddy Drama May 25, 2020

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In episode 29, Torry and Lindsay discuss Midnight Sun’s release this August (6:04) and their Twilight obsession in high school. They also debate Team Edward versus Team Jacob and the parallels to Outlander (18:06). Next they discuss the recent Call Her Daddy drama (30:09). Are they on Barstool Sports or Alex and Sofia’s side? They talk about current trends during quarantine like baking banana bread, press-on nails, and tie dying sweatshirts (50:13). Finally, Lindsay drops a bomb on Torry in This Week in Petty (1:04:56). Join our Facebook group and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Bonus 2: Survivor Season 40 Finale Discussion May 18, 2020

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In this bonus episode of the podcast, Torry and Penny, from Vagrants and Vagabonds, discuss their first impressions of the Survivor Winners at War finale: specifically, the Edge of Extinction twist, Nat’s comeback, and Sarah’s tribal council speech (9:12). They then discuss about how gender dynamics play out in the game (24:24). After, they theorize why Survivor has had six male winners in a row and finally discuss recommendations for the show to ensure that it is fair and equitable for all its players including: its casting, production staff, editing, media coverage, and changing the recent winner archetype (1:00:40). Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Episode 28: Petty about Celebrities in Quarantine May 05, 2020

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In episode 28, Torry and Champ discuss recent royal family news including the shocking revelation that Harry texts using just the letter ‘u’ and the Cambridge family’s heartfelt dedication to healthcare workers (6:03). They then discuss what celebrities are up to during the pandemic. Hint: it’s a lot of Instagram lives (31:45). After, they talk about the Netflix shows they are watching and Torry shares her strategy if she was on Too Hot to Handle (45:40). At 56:47, Champ pitches an idea to Torry in a new segment called Champ Tank. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

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