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How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisEverything and NothingSend us a textOn today’s episode, we recap the last few months of life and talk about our recent trip to Italy! Then, we discuss the Oscars, aging, rap feuds, and the evolution of thoughts on Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. We end with some good and bad news and our predictions for the Traitors finale!Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follow us on Instagram: @hynhot_podcastAdd us on Good Reads: Amanda's goodreads & Katie's goodreads2025-03-071h 02How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisDrones, AI, and What Made Us Happy This YearSend us a textOn today’s episode, we begin with life updates and discuss Amanda’s recent medical mystery. Next, of course we contemplate this month’s viral and unsettling drone sightings and Amanda presents TikTok’s various theories. We discuss the United Healthcare murder before a full on spiral about AI and the new Google Super Computer. Finally, we spread light and love with The Ultimatum (Netflix), some Housewives updates, and the books we loved this year. Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follo...2024-12-1947 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisRHOBH "Grace Time is Over"Send us a textOn today’s episode, we have a delightfully scattered recap of the Beverly Hills season 14 premiere. We discuss the Kyle and Dorit feud, we laugh at the shocking behind the scenes revival of Kathy Hilton, and most importantly, we break down Dorit’s surrealist party look. We end with a brief recap of OC and Salt Lake, with some Bachelor drama on the side. We also get a special cameo from Amanda’s husband! Enjoy!Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Fo...2024-11-2257 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisPost Election Reflections and a Podcast PIVOTSend us a textOn today’s episode, we catch up on what we’ve been up to and why we’ve been on a podcast pause. Amanda recaps the congressional hearing about aliens and UFOs, Katie talks about an asteroid and briefly catches us up on Housewives news. Finally, we ruminate on our thoughts and feelings post-election, and let you all in on where we are heading next! PIVOT!Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follow us on Instagram: @hynhot_podcastAdd us on...2024-11-2128 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisLove is Blind and Golden BacheloretteSend us a textOn today’s episode, we begin with Amanda’s recap of The Golden Bachelorette. Joan and her suitors are giving us ALL of the feels this season. We love them all! Next, we turn to a dating show that feels a little bit less hopeful. We discuss the first installment of Love is Blind DC, and wow. These episodes were a little bit of a slog, and the resulting couples feel questionable at best. We ask: is this our first season without a ‘golden couple?!’ We break down the various relationships, discuss the likeliho...2024-10-091h 15How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisHYNHOTopics (Space, Chappell Roan, The Idea of You, & The Menendez Brothers)Send us a textToday’s episode is……a lot! We begin with some rumors about space before deep diving the recent chatter around Chappell Roan. Is this Gen Z icon a great example for those struggling with mental health, or does she need to toughen up? We have thoughts! We discuss the various books that have wrecked us, and focus on Amanda’s recent binge read, “The Idea of You.” Finally, we break down the case of convicted murderers, the Menendez Brothers, and the recent Netflix movie, Monsters.Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rat...2024-10-0450 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisHYNHOTrueCrimeSend us a textOn today’s episode, we talk true crime. We begin with a scientific update on the mysterious disappearance of Malaysian Airlines flight 370. Did someone finally crack the case!?! Next, Katie and Amanda each deep dive a case from their home state that keeps them up at night. We transition into talk about the ethics of true crime, and Katie gives an update nobody needed about Scott Peterson. Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follow us on Instagram: @hynhot_podcastAdd...2024-09-251h 03How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisMormon Wives and MomTok InfluencersSend us a textOn today’s episode, we deep dive Hulu’s “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” which leads to a broader conversation about the world of online Momfluencers. We dissect how these women and their families make their money, and the impact this social media movement has on influencers and audiences alike.Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follow us on Instagram: @hynhot_podcastAdd us on Good Reads: Amanda's goodreads & Katie's goodreads2024-09-1857 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisHYNHOTopics (summer break, trad wives, etc.)Send us a textWe are back with Season 4!!! Fresh off summer break and fully immersed in the stress of fall, we spend this episode updating each other on all we did, saw, read, and enjoyed over our break. We also discuss various pop culture controversies. From Trad Wives to celebrity apologies, we are back in business. We finish with an update on Amanda’s prolonged Draco Malfoy deep dive. Let the gossip and fun commence!Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follow us on...2024-09-111h 05How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisThe Finale about Finales, Sharks, TikTok, and True Crime!Send us a textOn today’s episode, we are finally back to wrap up season 3! We begin with a Bravo roundup and discuss the finale episodes of The Valley, Vanderpump, and Summer House. And man, the vibes are dark. Next, we discuss our favorite movie of the year - the Netflix gem “Under Paris.” We cannot recommend this one enough, but we are more terrified of sharks than ever. After A LOT of shark talk, we get into a true crime conversation about the case that has Katie fascinated - the Karen Reed trail in Boston. Did sh...2024-06-181h 07How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisGroupMe Etiquette, Kim K Complaints, and Ocean CurrentsSend us a textOn today’s episode, we are worn out and the conversation matches our vibe! We begin with neighborhood GroupMe dynamics and move on to our Met Gala commentary, which mostly centers around Kim Kardashian and her toxic impact on body image. We get so mad at Kim that we go down the path of exploring her many lawsuits and public missteps. Next, a foray into climate change and ocean currents, because why not! It’s May and we’ve given up making sense!Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate...2024-05-0850 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisGroupMe Etiquette, Kim K Complaints, and Ocean CurrentsOn today’s episode, we are worn out and the conversation matches our vibe! We begin with neighborhood GroupMe dynamics and move on to our Met Gala commentary, which mostly centers around Kim Kardashian and her toxic impact on body image. We get so mad at Kim that we go down the path of exploring her many lawsuits and public missteps. Next, a foray into climate change and ocean currents, because why not! It’s May and we’ve given up making sense!Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and sh...2024-05-0840 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisProductive But Sad - a TTPD Deep DiveSend us a textOn today’s episode, we talk about Taylor Swift. And that’s about it. We give our review of “The Tortured Poet’s Department.” Spoiler, we love it. We discuss the critical reviews, our favorite and least favorite songs, and have a general conversation about Taylor Swift and her place in the zeitgeist. Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follow us on Instagram: @hynhot_podcastAdd us on Good Reads: Amanda's goodreads & Katie's goodreads2024-04-261h 03How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisExploring Accents, Unplanned Conversations, and Necessary RecommendationsSend us a textOn today's episode, it's a real grab-bag of content. We start with more conversation about Hilaria, accents, Bon Jovi, and Bachelor updates. Katie discusses her brief foray back onto Instagram and the depression that ensued. Next, Amanda is here with some hard-hitting questions, like, is LALA a grifter?! We also rewind to 2006 and discuss Survivor Season 13 and the season's incredibly questionable plot line. Finally, a conversation about what we think everyone should be reading and watching!Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! 2024-04-2443 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisTaylor Swift, An Important Science Briefing, and How We REALLY Feel About Kids’ SportsSend us a textOn today’s episode, we begin with breaking science news! Get ready. The Cicadas are coming, and you might soon regret your recent cat purchase. We deep dive our kids and their lack of sports intensity, and we discuss the insane pay gap between male and female athletes. Next, a brief conversation about Beyonce’s “Cowboy Carter,” and her foray into country music. Finally, we analyze Taylor Swift’s upcoming album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” and make some predictions about its contents. We dissect the unhinged conspiracy theories and wonder if we’ve entered a full o...2024-04-1853 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisThe Art of Grifting, The Death of the Internet, and Octopus BabiesSend us a textOn today’s episode, we hear about Amanda’s eclipse experience in the path of totality, and we discuss the moon, the ocean, and what’s new in French shark films. Next, we explore the fascinating world of grifters and self-help gurus. We also deep dive a totally plausible internet conspiracy theory and discuss some deeply questionable relationship advice. Finally, we wrap with some breaking Octopus news. This episode truly has it all!TikToktopus - Oklahoma  Octopus Family TikTokThanks for listening! We'd love it if you...2024-04-111h 00How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisConspiracies and Other ConcernsSend us a textOn today's episode, we start with a Kate Gate follow up, and immediately dive into some other things that have Katie concerned these days. Next, Amanda takes us through her recent TikTok content about momfluencers. There's no tv talk this week, just some good old fashioned unhinged laughter... mostly about robots. Plus, fashion problems and finally, what's really going on with the airplanes?? Stay tuned to find out! Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follow us on Instagram: @h...2024-04-0347 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisSarah J. Maas Fan Club!Send us a textOn today's episode, we are FINALLY discussing the incredible Sarah J. Maas multiverse. We've both read all fourteen books, and we are so ready for this conversation. Spoiler, we are obsessed. Katie has been reading these books since 2011, and she is so glad that the rest of the world has finally joined her in this life-altering journey. We are here to deep-dive each series, covering: "A Court of Thorns and Roses" (ACOTAR), "Throne of Glass" (TOG), and "Crescent City". We break down our favorite books in each series, we scream about our favorite...2024-03-201h 05How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisKATE GATE 2024Send us a textNeed we say more?! Like everyone else on Earth, we cannot stop contemplating the mystery of Princess Kate. We discuss the overwhelming history and power of the British Monarchy, aka, ‘the Firm,’ and discuss Kate and William’s seemingly fairytale romance. Has their story taken a dark turn??? We are here to deep dive the timeline of Kate’s whereabouts and the various theories that have become fully mainstream. What are they hiding!?!?!? Also, a brief discussion of the Love is Blind reunion. Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd...2024-03-141h 10How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisWhat to watch & read! Plus Bachelor & Love is BlindSend us a textOn today’s episode, we start with what Katie has been reading (apart from Sarah J. Maas), and she gives Amanda some reality TV watching homework. Next, we dive into episodes 7-9 of Love is Blind. Wow, what a dramatic trainwreck this is! Next, we discuss this week’s bachelor and contemplate whether or not our predictions have been wrong this whole time! Plus, should Maria be the next bachelorette? A complete analysis ensues. Enjoy!Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a frie...2024-02-281h 25How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisWhat to Watch & Read! Plus Bachelor and Love is BlindOn today’s episode, we start with what Katie has been reading (apart from Sarah J. Maas), and she gives Amanda some reality TV watching homework. Next, we dive into episodes 7-9 of Love is Blind. Wow, what a dramatic trainwreck this is! Next, we discuss this week’s bachelor and contemplate whether or not our predictions have been wrong this whole time! Plus, should Maria be the next bachelorette? A complete analysis ensues. Enjoy!Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follow us on Inst...2024-02-2807 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisTrue Detective, Bachelor, Love is BlindSend us a textOn today's episode, we begin with Katie's journey through True Detective Night Country and the sleepless nights it has caused her. Next, we discuss this week's Bachelor and the emotional toll it is taking on our sweet Joey! Finally, we deep dive into Season 6 of Love is Blind. This is our Super Bowl. We have heroes (AD) and villains (Michael), and we break down every couple and all of the crazy. From love pentagons to Pod convo red flags, we discuss whether or not any of these couples can actually survive in the...2024-02-211h 20How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisSuper Bowl, Vanderpump, and BachelorSend us a textOn today's episode, we begin with a discussion of the Super Bowl, with an in-depth look at Usher's stellar performance. We went back to our 2004 selves, and we loved every minute of it. Next, we dip into Vanderpump for a brief conversation of the first few episodes of the next season. Spoiler - Tom Sandoval has not redeemed himself or learned anything. Finally, Bachelor, we just can't quit you. We discuss the insane amount of Bachelor hours we watched this week, and Amanda really can't get over the torture of this...2024-02-151h 16How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisRHOM “Guerdy’s Journey and Showing up For Your Friends”Send us a textOn today's episode, we look at the first three episodes of The Real Housewives of Miami season 6. This is an emotional journey, as we see the women try to move forward after last season's drama. In the first episode, Guerdy Abraira reveals a devastating cancer diagnosis. Over these three episodes, we see the way she struggles to accept this news and we discuss the many conversations she has with her friends. From moments of beautiful and touching support from the ladies, to moments of baffling selfishness and shocking breaches of privacy, we discuss...2024-02-0847 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisRHOSLC Reunion Breakdown, plus Bachelor and VPR Predictions!Send us a textOn today's episode, we are BACK and FINALLY able to freak out over the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Reunion. We've seen a lot, but we've never seen anything like this. We discuss Monica's journey from Bravo fan to sitting on the Housewives couch. From her chaotic burn book to the much-awaited black eye explanation, we cover it all. Warning: be prepared for full-on Heather Gay Fangirling. Next, we prepare for the next season of Vanderpump Rules. Will the cast forgive Sandoval? How will they react to Ariana's newfound fame? We can't...2024-02-0154 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisWe were on a break bonus! (Taylor Swift, Ultimate World Cruise Tok, Dramione Fanfic, Anyone But You)Send us a textSurprise! We're taking a break from our break to bring you the weirdest assortment of pop culture and current obsession updates. We discuss in detail Taylor Swift's incredible Time's Person of the Year achievement and get into our theories on who's running the show over at Deux Moi.  Amanda divulges her recent TikTok algorithm which includes several different forms of Ocean Tok and then proceeds to have a wildly in depth conversation about her latest fixation - Dramione fanfic. It's classically unhinged. We then share our thoughts on Anyone But You, spoiler alert w...2024-01-101h 12How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of This2023 Year in Review!Send us a textOn today's episode, we reminisce on 2023 and look forward to 2024! From our favorite things to our New Year’s resolutions, we discuss our accomplishments and our future hopes and dreams in our end of year wrap up. Cheers! (This par-tay ain’t ending soon)Thanks for listening! We'd love it if you'd rate, review, and share with a friend! Follow us on Instagram: @hynhot_podcastAdd us on Good Reads: Amanda's goodreads & Katie's goodreads2023-12-141h 09How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisPretty girl, proper family - Southern Charm Season 2 RecapSend us a textOn today's episode, we are back with Season 2 of Southern Charm. We catch up with the cast and introduce Landon, Charleston's sweetest Southern Belle, back from LA and ready to make a new life for herself. This season is a fascinating paradox of generations, as seen through Landon, Kathryn, and Cam as they navigate life as modern women in the Old South, compared to the old men around them. Whitney is a jerk, Thomas is a monster, and the two of them torture Kathryn at every turn. Meanwhile, Shep is uncontrollably jealous of...2023-11-291h 15How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisRHOC S9 E 16 & 17 Bali NightmaresSend us a textOn today's episode, it's a vintage rewind as we rewatch and recap Season 9 of Real Housewives of Orange County, episodes 16 and 17. "Bali Highs & Lows" "Eat, Pray, Run" Amanda meets the new cast members from this season, and we follow the ladies to Bali where chaos ensues. We suffer through endless talk of Lizzie's failed birthday party, we laugh at Heather's fancy pants ways, and we roll our eyes and cover our ears as Vicki screams for three days straight. But the real drama comes as Shannon and the rest of the...2023-11-221h 21How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisTwin Flames Universe, Mary Cosby, and is Bravo a Cult?!?Send us a textOn today’s episode, we cover a lot of ground! We start with the new Netflix documentary, “Escaping Twin Flames,” and wow. We have questions. Next, we deep dive into the fascinating world of Bravo’s wackiest and maybe most problematic housewife. We look at Mary Cosby’s history, her church, and her craziest moments on RHOSLC. Finally, Katie discusses Bethenny’s podcast, updates us on the “Reality Reckoning,” and makes some very interesting points about the Bravosphere. Is it actually a cult?!Thanks for listening! We'd...2023-11-151h 04How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisRHOBH S13 E1&2 Marriage, Motherhood, and Power DynamicsSend us a textOn today's episode, we are back in Beverly Hills for the first two episodes of season 13. This is the most realistic and vulnerable episode of Housewives we've seen in a long time, and we have notes! As we catch up with the ladies, we see the way friendships and marriages have changed between seasons. We get an update on PK and Doris as she recovers from last year's trauma, and we analyze the shifting dynamics between Kyle and Mo. We also hear from Sutton and Garcelle about parenting post-divorce and dealing with their...2023-11-081h 17How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisBritney Spears “The Woman in Me” & Astrological Deep DivesSend us a textOn today’s episode, we are talking about Britney’s new memoir, “The Woman in Me.” We begin with some 90’s and 2000’s nostalgia and remember the utterly iconic Britney that we all know and love. Next, we discuss the heartbreaking reality of Britney’s childhood and the disturbing events leading to her conservatorship. We break down the relationships, the media coverage, and the family trauma that caused Britney such pain and rage. Though difficult to read at points, we absolutely recommend this book. After our Britney conversation, Amanda takes Katie on a journey to C...2023-11-011h 00How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisKillers of the Flower Moon, Bright Young Women, True Crime, Spooky Stories, & More!Send us a textOn today's episode, we discuss the spectacular new film, "Killers of the Flower Moon" and draw parallels to our October book club pick, "Bright Young Women" by Jessica Knoll. But first, Amanda gives a few reality tv updates (The Golden Bachelor and Special Forces). We also have some true crime updates and share our own scary stories. Finally, we end with some Halloween chit chat, talk about ghosts, and tell a truly shocking story about Katie's dad! Follow us on Instagram: @hynhot_podcastAdd u...2023-10-251h 10How\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisRHONY - "Ain’t No Party Like a Hamptons Party"Send us a textOn today's episode, it's another vintage rewind with the ladies from New York on an absolutely bonkers Hamptons trip. The champagne is flowing, tiki torches are flying, and Luann is looking for love. The day begins with multiple fights and Des with some questionable bathroom behavior and a whole lot of noodles. This one is extra messy and we absolutely loved it. On this episode, we cover Season 12 Episode 4 of the Real Housewives of New York, originally released in 2020. Follow us on Instagram: @hynhot_podcast2023-10-1150 minHow\'ve You Not Heard of ThisHow've You Not Heard of ThisLove is Blind Season 5 and Golden Bachelor!Send us a textOn today's episode, romance is in the air! We start with a recap of Love is Blind Season 5 episodes 1-7. We discuss the couples, break down the drama, and ponder the overwhelming presence of American flags. We end with our predictions for the wedding day. Will this be the first Love is Blind season with no weddings? Gasp! Next, we dive into the Golden Bachelor, and we are OBSESSED. We swoon over Gerry, we love the women, and we can't wait to see what happens next! Join us as we take this journey...2023-10-041h 10