Right Answers Mostly - Claire Donald & Tess Bellomo

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Justin, Hailey, and Selena May 19, 2025

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In this episode, we dive into one of pop culture’s most talked-about relationship timelines: Justin Bieber, Hailey Bieber, and Selena Gomez. But this isn’t your typical celebrity gossip breakdown. Through a feminist lens, we explore how media narratives have consistently framed women as rivals, even when the story is far more complex, and human, than that. We trace the key moments, challenge the headlines, and ask bigger questions about fame, fan culture, misogyny, and the personal cost of public scrutiny. This isn’t about taking sides, it’s about understanding the story without turning it into a competition.

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo & Claire Donald

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Judge Judy Takes No Sh*t May 12, 2025

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This week, we cover the one and only Judge Judy. From her Brooklyn beginnings where she honed that signature gift of gab, (hello, such a Rammie?!), to becoming the highest-paid woman in daytime TV history, Judy Sheindlin is truly in a court of her own. We get into her days as the only woman in her law school class, her personal ups and downs (three marriages, she stays busy!), and how she rose to become one of the most recognizable, meme-worthy, no-nonsense icons in pop culture. Court is in session, and yes… we’re all a little scared.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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Katy Perry Was Our Teenage Dream May 05, 2025

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Before TikTok trends and AI pop stars, there was Katy Perry, our Teenage Dream in a technicolor fever dream. In this episode, we take a glitter-drenched walk down memory lane to revisit the era of blue wigs, all her famous juicy relationships, whipped cream cannons, and that unforgettable Taylor Swift drama. Was it camp? Was it chaos? Was it genius? We’re unpacking the legacy of one of pop’s most delightfully bizarre icons, and wondering how we ever survived the 2010s without questioning the cupcake bra.

Created and produced by Claire Donald & Tess Bellomo

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From Side Piece to Duchess: Wallis Simpson Apr 28, 2025

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WALLIS SIMPSON PREVIEW: Twice divorced, fiercely charming, and unapologetically herself, Wallis didn’t just turn heads, she turned the course of British history. From American debutante balls to the glittering circles of high British society, she made her way to the top (and into the heart of a king). Prince Edward became utterly obsessed with her quick wit and razor-sharp style, and before long, he gave up the crown for love...whether she wanted him to or not.

Was she a social climber? A scapegoat? Or just a woman who didn’t play by the rules? Let’s get into it.

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Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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Redefining Meghan Markle Apr 21, 2025

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In this episode, we’re unpacking Meghan Markle—yes, the Duchess of Sussex—as a modern feminist figure. From speaking out on women’s rights long before she joined the royal family, to pushing back against outdated expectations and relentless media scrutiny, Meghan’s journey has been anything but ordinary.

We talk about why she deserves more credit, how her story highlights bigger issues around race, gender, and power, and why it's time we start seeing her in a different light. Love her or not sure what to think? This episode’s for you.

TW: This episode contains a conversation around suicide.

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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You Asked, We Overshared Apr 14, 2025

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We’re back from Tess’s wedding weekend, and this week we’re reconnecting with all our Rammies in a special Ask Us Anything! We cover it all—from our dream blunt rotation and advice for your early 20s to getting over situationships and, of course, all things RAM. We laughed, we cried, we mention it all. Enjoy, Rammies!

Created by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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The Explosive Marriage of Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner Apr 07, 2025

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We're giving you Rammies a little preview of the wild ride that was Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner's relationship. He was “The Voice,” and she was “The Goddess.” Their love was passionate and fiery—full of glamorous movie sets, booze-filled nights, and insane drama. In this episode, we explore their past loves, the wild night in Palm Springs that brought them together, and the paths their lives took after their explosive divorce. Plus, we dive into the one thing that allegedly kept Ava coming back—hint, hint: it’s allegedly 19 pounds! For the full episode, join our premium channel!

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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The Kidnapping of Elizabeth Smart Mar 31, 2025

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This week we are giving you a preview of our premium episode on the kidnapping of Elizabeth Smart. In the summer of 2002, at the age of 14, Elizabeth Smart became one of the nation's most famous kidnap victims when she was abducted from her bedroom in Salt Lake City. We dive into the harrowing details of her nine-month captivity and the incredible rescue that brought her home! This story will leave your jaws on the floor. For the full episode, join our premium channel!

TW: This episode has discussions of sexual assault

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni Mar 24, 2025

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In this episode, we dive deep into the public clash between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, unpacking the layers of gender dynamics, power, and privilege that underpin the media frenzy. With a feminist lens, we explore how these two celebrities were portrayed differently in the media, how gendered expectations shaped public perception, and what this reveals about society's broader views on men, women, and the complexities of fame.

And yes, we talk about the movie, the fashion, and the Tiktok drama.

TW: This episode contains a dialogue around sexual harassment and assault.

Created and produced by Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald

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Girl Scouts! Mar 17, 2025

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This week we're bringing you the history of Girl Scouts LIVE from Spotify! We dive into the rebellious origins of the Girl Scouts, their fight to prove that girls could do more than just bake (though they did turn cookies into a billion-dollar empire), and the surprisingly intense rivalry that started it all. One thing is for sure, we are now going to LIVE BY THE GIRL SCOUT LAW!

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