The Reheat

This week, as The Devil Wears Prada 2 reigns in theatres, revisit a recent episode from our archives! In this episode, we take on one of our favourites: Anne Hathaway, and with a very special guest: Alex Sujong Laughlin, the co-creator of Normal Gossip and host of pod Try Hard! Speaking of, that's what this episode is all about: how Anne went from America’s Princess™ to “try-hard” punching bag to the girlfriend of an all-time scammer and, finally, a beloved icon. It's a singular trajectory, and one we dig deep into. (Really, this is personal for these three former theatre...

We decided to speed-read Lena Dunham's new memoir and tell our listeners all about it. Our verdict? The gossip in Famesick is juicier than a ripe peach, so we're examining every delicious detail. Does Lena believe her ex Jack Antonoff had an affair with Lorde? What was Adam Driver like on the set of Girls (Spoiler: pretty sketchy), and why did she stop working with writing partner Jenni Conner? Don't bother pouring yourself a cup of tea while listening to this episode, because Famesick is full of it! It's also a gorgeously written book that reminds us of humour...

While we take a little break this week, revisit this episode from the archives, in which we discuss the many scandals of one Lena Dunham, the frequently problematic, award-winning writer, filmmaker and actor. Although she has managed to piss off just about every community at some point in time, she did create the seminal series Girls — so, does she deserve a return? Is she truly a voice of a generation? Especially with her recent new series Too Much, and her brand new memoir Famesick out this month? Let's discuss!

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This week, we’re exploring more reality TV drama, as Sadaf explains what is happening with Summer House's latest scandal to a perplexed Sarah. Later, we theorize on Amanda and West's motivations for confessing to their affair, and we also dissect how Ciara is moving forward in the wake of what some are referring to as "Scamanda." Whether you watch Summer House (like Sadaf) or constantly confuse it with Jersey Shore (like Sarah), this discussion is mandatory listening for anyone who wants to understand the Zeitgeist...        

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"'Summer House' Drama Explained," Katie Simons, The LA Times ...

This week, we’re diving into the MOST DRAMATIC TV FRANCHISE EVER! That's right, it's an episode on Bachelor Nation. From The Bachelor and Bachelorette to spinoffs like Bachelor in Paradise, we discuss the reasons why this franchise is plagued by scandal. We also ask whether the producers actually invite it (it seems likely the answer is yes). After all, these are the people who cast Taylor Frankie Paul despite knowing about her 2023 brush with the law.  From Kaitlyn Bristowe hooking up with Nick Viall before Fantasy Suites to the show's tendency to cast people who turn out to be...

In this week's Hot Off The Press, we unpack the internet’s fixation on Lindy West’s new memoir and the intense backlash to her revelations about polyamory, marriage, and power dynamics, along with the viral fallout, including a shocking email. We also break down the abrupt cancellation of Taylor Frankie Paul’s Bachelorette season after a resurfaced video reignited concerns about reality TV vetting and accountability, and end on a lighter (but no less obsessive) note with Leighton Meester teasing a possible return of Blair Waldorf — and what a millennial reboot of Gossip Girl could actually look like.

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This week, we’re diving into the complicated and tragic relationship that captivated the world. We trace how JFK Jr., a political heir turned media darling, met Carolyn, the cool, private Calvin Klein publicist who never wanted the spotlight she inherited. Their romance moved quickly, their wedding was secretive, and their marriage — as we explore — was far more strained than the public imagined. We get into the pressures: the paparazzi, the rumours of infidelity, and the growing distance between them. And then, of course, the night that changed everything: the 1999 plane crash that killed them both, and stunned the world...

In this week's Hot Off The Press, we go deep on some important pop culture questions, including why do the writers of Love Story hate Daryl Hannah? Anyone who has watched the buzzy FX series knows their team seems to have a vendetta against her, and even Daryl herself is talking about this egregious treatment in The New York Times. We also discuss happier news, like how Tom Holland and Zendaya probably pulled off a secret wedding, and Sterling K. Brown took Dax Shepard to task on his podcast! If you're as obsessed with Paradise as we are, you'll...

In this episode from the archives, we reassess the legend that is Tyra Banks, who has resurfaced in the tabloids yet again thanks to a new Netflix special dissecting the America's Next Top Model era. From being a barrier-breaking model to creating one of the first reality television shows of our time, Tyra  has always seemed on top of her game. Until you take a closer look at her long history of problematic behaviour, and the way her shows have always schlepped racism, homophobia and body-shaming, and how she has long exploited those who work for her. In other w...

This week, Sarah is joined by acclaimed historian Joanne Paul to discuss one of the biggest sex scandals of all time, Henry VIII's first divorce, and his subsequent remarriage to one of the most interesting women in history. That's right, in the 16th Century, Henry VIII wanted a son, and he wanted to marry his crush, the sexy and smart Anne Boleyn. But in order to do that, he had to leave his first wife, Queen Catherine. What ensued was some of the wildest - and most disturbing - gossip the world has ever known. From the creation of...

In this week's Hot Off The Press, we discuss a millennial tragedy, the iconic James Van Der Beek's untimely death. In addition, we sift through the disturbing story of the disappearance of daytime host Savannah Guthrie's mother. To lighten things up, we also share our feelings on a pop culture blessing that's providing much-needed joy for millennials, the forthcoming novel about forty-something Blair Waldorf. And OF COURSE we have ideas about what should happen to our favourite Queen Bee in this hotly anticipated sequel to Cecily Von Ziegesar's Gossip Girl books. 

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James Van Der...

This week, we’re joined by the pop-culture obsessed Taylor Lindsay-Noel, an accessibility advocate and digital creator, to break down our favourite celebrity cheating scandals. And boy, do we get diverse, jumping from The Wiggles to the countless cheaters philandering with the nanny to the Try Guys. Together, we break down how the jilted are crowned by the press, how careers become derailed, and why famous affairs confirm it doesn’t matter how hot you are, you’ll lose ‘em the way you got ‘em.

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The Wiggles' "Do the Owl" music video
Photos reveal...

In this special bonus episode from The Big Story, alongside host Caryn Ceolin, we helped break down the updates (or lack thereof) from the latest round of Epstein files, and discussed what we could see unfold next. This time around,  three million pages of material from the investigations were released. And as the chunky, black blocks continue to make their way through the documents, so do names of some of the most powerful men in the world. In a stunning update, the Clintons have now agreed to testify in Congress in regards to allegations that connect the couple to t...

This week, we are tackling one of the most upsetting scandals of the century. That's right, Sadaf is summarizing and synthesizing the most pertinent facts about one of the worst sexual predators in American history, Jeffrey Epstein. From what actually took place on Epstein's horrifying Island of debauchery to his associations with big names like Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, and Bill Gates, we assess what this conspiracy reveals about the disposable way the world still sees girls and women, and whether there can ever be real justice for the victims of Epstein and his associates... 

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This week, we’re diving deep into The Real Housewives as one of the most revealing pop-culture franchises of the past 20 years. While Sarah is away this week, Sadaf is joined by Housewives expert Laura Hensley (creator of the That’s My Opinion! newsletter) to break down why we’re obsessed. We get into how this empire kicked off, the beloved format from the taglines to reunions, the most memorable moments and breakout stars, and, of course, all the criticism: the alcohol consumption, the racial ickiness, the rampant crime. And the big question: is it feminist?

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This week, we continue with the Beckham family drama, after Brooklyn  published a jaw-dropping six-page Instagram statement accusing his mother, Victoria , of humiliating him at his wedding. Is this feud salvageable or officially beyond repair? Then, we turn to the latest round of cruel fat-shaming aimed at journalist and filmmaker Keely Shaye Smith, Pierce Brosnan’s wife of more than two decades. In the era of Ozempic, why does the internet still seem personally offended by happy, long-married couples? The centrepiece of our episode, however, is the increasingly explosive legal saga between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. We unpack her...

Amanda Seyfried is, in a low-key way,  one of the most recognizable stars in the world. From blockbuster musicals like Mama Mia! and Les Mis, to thrillers like The Housemaid, who hasn't seen Amanda  in something? Despite her fame, she has managed to stay largely scandal-free; however, that doesn't mean she hasn't done some edgy things. This week, we explore the times she narrowly escaped the sort of cheating scandals that take down countless other female celebrities, from Angelina Jolie to Olivia Munn. Did you know some people believe Amanda  may have broken up her husband's first marriage? Neither doe...

In this week's Hot off the Press, we discuss the endless and very public feuding inside the Beckham family; it's Victoria and David versus Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz. And boy do we have some rumours to sift through. Plus, in other Hollywood catfight news, Ashley Tisdale called out her famous mom friends for being "toxic," while we also dive into the recent spate of Disney murders and suicides. Yeah, it's a wild one. Also: welcome back!

📚 For further reading:
Tatiana Schlossberg's "A Battle With My Blood"
New York Magazine, 2009: "Peltz Family Help Is Rev...

In another revisited episode, this week, we rave about one of our all-time favourite icons: thee Winona Ryder, original goth girl. That means, we also rant about how that one shoplifting incident had Hollywood turning its back on her overnight, and the impact it made on her singular career. Oh, and her ex Johnny Depp — unfortunately.

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– Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard: Inside Hollywood’s most overshared marriage
– Lily Allen's messy, masterful comeback

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In this special revisited episode, we go back to 1974, discussing the time a lone gunman attempted to kidnap 23-year-old Princess Anne (yes, we know she's one of your favourite characters on The Crown). While the media coverage of this story at the time emphasized the valour of the men who helped rescue Anne, the reality is that the princess played an instrumental role in saving herself. We chat about why it took Anne so long to share her truth. We also examine the details of this highly cinematic, but little discussed, story.

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– Smithsonian Magazin...

This week, we are doing a retrospective on the year's best and wildest pop culture stories, dissecting the celebrity stories that continue to live rent-free in our minds (Diddy's trial and Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau's love story), dish on the music we couldn't get enough of (Lily Allen's West End Girl, obviously), the movies that moved us, and the TV series we adored (Yes, Sadaf opines beautifully about The Pitt). Lean in, grab your glass of wine, and let our hot takes keep you warm over your winter break! 

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– Diddy's Downfall and Wha...

In this special bonus episode from The Big Story, alongside host Maria Kestane, Sadaf helps break down the tragic murders of iconic filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele — what actually happened and what we know about the case so far. We also reflect on Reiner’s incredible legacy, why news of this magnitude resonated so deeply, and how grief, shock, and public interest collided. From there, we examine the misinformation spiral that followed: how unverified claims spread, how media outlets got it wrong, and why this story moved so fast. Join us!

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This week, with Wicked continuing to be a big holiday watch, we revisit an episode on Ms. Glinda's many under-the-radar controversies, including her love of being the other woman, her ever-changing ethnicities, and the pressure of growing up under the spotlight. It's a heated one!

🎧 A few recent episodes we think you might like:
– How Anne Hathaway Got Labelled a ‘Try-Hard,’ with Alex Sujong Laughlin
– Lily Allen's messy, masterful comeback
– Meghan Markle's Holiday Special: Our Questions and Reactions

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This week, we discuss Love, Meghan: A Holiday Celebration. We dissect the delicious guests - from a charming Tom Colicchio to a camera-shy Naomi Osaka. We also dish on Meghan's taste in snacks, give some side-eye regarding her notions of "self-care," and gush over her fabulous wardrobe. Join us as we covet Meghan's glamorous life and her Nancy Meyers-style kitchen. 

📚 For further reading:
- Katinlyn Greenidge's November profile of Meghan Markle for Harper's Bazaar 
- Tina Brown's book on the royals, The Palace Papers

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– M...

This week, we dive into the saga of Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard, the Hollywood couple who went from beloved and relatable to the internet’s favourite example of chronic oversharing. We trace their early careers — her star turns in Veronica Mars, Frozen, and The Good Place, and his evolution from actor to podcasting "self-help" personality — before unpacking how their marriage slowly became a full-blown brand. From publicized fights to parenting confessions, to the viral “we don’t bathe our kids” moment, to the steady creep of their relationship into #spon content, we explore how transparency shifted into TMI and why peop...

In this week's Hot off the Press, we discuss Ariana Grande's plans to stop touring in the near future. Is the pop star otherwise known as Galinda really ready to give up her rock and roll lifestyle? We also complain about how Jeff Bezos is poised to sponsor/ruin the beloved Met Gala. And of course, we do a check-in on Kim Kardashian, discussing whether she will ever achieve her dream of becoming a lawyer, and if she even needs to do so for the sake of her career. Join us for all the juicy details! 

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This week, we take on one of our favourites: Anne Hathaway, and with a very special guest: Alex Sujong Laughlin, the co-creator of Normal Gossip and host of pod Try Hard! Speaking of, that's what this episode is all about: how Anne went from America’s Princess™ to “try-hard” punching bag to the girlfriend of an all-time scammer and, finally, a beloved icon. It's a singular trajectory, and one we dig deep into. (Really, this is personal for these three former theatre kids.) Join us!

📚 For further reading:
– Vogue's Anne Hathaway Cover Story, July 2025
– Vanity Fair's Raffaell...

On this week's episode, we dive into the joy, the delight, the lust in Jonathan Bailey being crowned People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive, making him the first gay man to ever be granted the tawdry title. Next up, we question if Jennifer Aniston's new relationship is a little too kooky or perfectly Hollywood, and we discuss Tyra Banks' new venture into hot ice cream. Yes, you read that right. To discover what in god's name hot ice cream even is, give us a listen!

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This week, we delve into the life and career of one Lily Allen, exploring her difficult upbringing (including a dysfunctional family and dropping out of high school), quick rise to fame, her habit of putting her foot in her mouth...all the way to her resurgence, sobriety journey, and her divorce from Stranger Things actor David Harbour, which has led to her masterful new album West End Girl. We highlight the complexities of celebrity culture (particularly on women, natch), the trauma of fame, and the importance of personal growth and recovery. It's a whole lot, but it's juicy!

On this week's episode, we hit pause very briefly on celeb news to talk the Toronto Blue Jays' success, and then dip back into our usual, with a discussion on the controversies surrounding the Hadid family's Lyme disease, commoner Kevin Federline's memoir about Britney Spears, and Virginia Giuffre's posthumously published memoir, which reveals her experiences with sex trafficking. Warning on that last topic: we will be discussing sexual assault very briefly; if that isn't for you, feel free to fast-forward or skip this episode!

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This week, we discuss the life of Meghan Markle, exploring her journey from a Hollywood actress all the way to the Duchess of Sussex. We touch on her early life, career struggles, rise to fame on the show Suits, and the intense media scrutiny she faced after marrying Prince Harry. This includes her friendships, particularly with Jessica Mulroney, and the impact of race and class in the media's portrayal of her. Buckle in.

📚 For further reading:
– Young Meghan Markle takes a feminist stand
– Meghan & Harry with Oprah
– Meghan Markle asked if she's "okay"

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On this week's episode, we delve into the recent divorce of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, what led to their shocking split, and the challenges of maintaining relationships in the limelight. We also touch on on Justin Bieber's recent struggles and the complexities of fame, love, and personal growth in Hollywood - especially when parents are or aren't involved.

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- 01:38: Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's Split
- 25:41: Justin Bieber's Erratic Behaviour

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- The infamous photos...

This week, we delve into the complex and troubling legacy of Sean Combs, a.k.a. Diddy. We explore his rise to fame, the numerous allegations of abuse against him, and the recent high-profile lawsuit filed by Cassie Ventura (a true hero). Through a detailed examination of Diddy's relationships, the trial, and the (lack of) reactions from the industry, we highlight the ongoing issues of accountability and the impact of celebrity culture on victims of abuse. It's a tough one and, warning, we do touch on sexual abuse, so please be warned and skip this episode if it isn't...

On this week's episode, we dive into the new Panera ad featuring a few beloved Gilmore Girls stars, all the controversy surrounding Sarah Ferguson's apology to Jeffrey Epstein (yes, you read that right) and, finally, we get a little emosh about the recent Dawson's Creek reunion. Get sappy with us. (Oh, and you need to watch this Dunkin' ad, trust us.)

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- 08:52: That Panera Ad!
- 11:55: The Sarah Ferguson Controversy
- 24:51: Dawson's Creek Cast Reunite

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This week, we delve into the tumultuous life of actor Charlie Sheen, son of icon Martin, exploring his rise to fame, struggles with addiction, and the impact on his tumultuous romantic relationships. We touch on his public meltdowns, the revelation of his HIV status, and the role of family and friends in his journey towards sobriety. More than anything, we ask, how did he keep getting second, third, fourth chances?

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Celebrity gossip is fun, but it can also be educational. The Reheat takes the biggest pop culture stories of yester-year and re-examines them through the lens of today. With wit, research, and tons of intersectional feminist critiques, hosts Sadaf Ahsan and Sarah Sahagian will blow your mind with their analysis of all the vintage celebrity scandals you remember, and some you don't. From revisiting Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston's divorce to The House of Gucci Murders, and a restorative reading of The Kardashians, Sadaf and Sarah will challenge your pop culture worldview! Basically, The Reheat is what would happen...

Kate Middleton's story is anything but common. The descendant of coal miners and subsistence farmers,  today she's known as The Duchess of Cambridge and will one day be queen. In this week's rerun, we discuss the Middleton Family's meteoric rise to wealth and power and dissect the classism they faced in the British media. We also talk Will and Kate's surprisingly messy love story and, of course, Kate's alleged feud with Meghan Markle. 

📚 For further reading:
- Will and Kate's 2010 Post-Engagement ITV News Interview  With Tom Bradby 
- Kate's podcast interview with Giovanna Fletcher
- Will...

On this week's episode, we get into the latest celebrity news, including the Toronto International Film Festival, the cultural phenomenon of Amazon Prime's The Summer I Turned Pretty and its impact on millennial audiences, Bruce Willis's health and the complexities of caregiving, and, finally,  the controversy surrounding The Cutting Room Floor podcast and hiring practices in the fashion industry. Phew, it's a big one!

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- 03:25: The Summer I Turned Pretty: A New Teen Drama Phenomenon
- 16:30: Navigating Celebrity Health Challenges

In the words of Sarah Sahagian, "I mean, she wears The Row to court when she's being sued. She tells people to buy $15,000 vibrators. It's not a good look, right?" Mmhmm. This week, we delve into the often polarizing journey of Gwyneth Paltrow. From her early days as the daughter of Hollywood royalty to her Oscar-winning turn in Shakespeare in Love, she quickly rose to the top of the film industry in the 1990s. But her career took unexpected turns—stepping away from acting at the height of her fame, embracing motherhood, and reinventing herself as the founder of th...

On this week's episode, we discuss the latest celebrity news, including the return of a few beloved characters in upcoming films, Taylor Swift's new album announcement, and the implications of Amanda Knox's new Hulu series. We also reflect on the tragic death of Matthew Perry and the broader issues of addiction in Hollywood, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding in the face of struggle. Get into it with us.

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- 03:58: Taylor Swift's New Album Announcement
- 14:21: Amanda Knox: Reclaiming He...