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Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastKevin Federline’s Tell-All Memoir, Love Is Blind Chaos, and Dancing With The StarsChelsea’s back in the hosting seat for this special Cookie Jar episode to catch up with producer Kristina Lopez on all things pop culture. Together, they unpack the chaos of Kevin Federline’s “memoir,” dive into the cultural contradictions of “Love Is Blind: Denver,” and what it reveals about today’s dating politics. Plus: a few fall favorites and Chelsea’s behind-the-scenes updates from directing her first feature film.
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2025-10-241h 07Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastMatthew McConaughey’s Poems & Prayers (with Elena Crevello and Chelsea Davison)Comedians and podcast hosts Elena Crevello and Chelsea Davison (Podstruck: A Romcom Rewind) return to dig even deeper into the mind of Matthew McConaughey as they unpack his new poetry collection, “Poems & Prayers.” From rom-com regrets to not-so-subtle verses about sin and redemption, they revisit his “Greenlights” memoir to dissect poems about burritos, wet dreams, and porta-potty revelations. They also analyze a few poems that will have you wondering if his wife is a woman we need to check on. Plus: a guide to writing your own “McCona-poems.”
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2025-10-071h 12Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastNicole Kidman & Keith Urban Split, Bad Bunny Super Bowl Backlash, and The Bachelor's Mormon Wife TwistIn this Cookie Jar episode, Producer Kristina Lopez and Fixing Famous People co-host Chris DeRosa break down the biggest pop culture stories from Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s shocking divorce to Bad Bunny’s upcoming Super Bowl halftime show and Hilaria Baldwin’s turn on “Dancing With the Stars.” Plus: Chelsea Devantez drops in to give her hot take on “Mormon Wives” star Taylor Frankie Paul becoming the next “Bachelorette.”
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2025-10-031h 00Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastKPop Demon Hunters, And Just Like That’s Wild Finale, Emmy Picks, and Chelsea’s Check-InIt’s a Cookie Jar episode! Producer Kristina Lopez welcomes back Maria Randazzo (The List podcast) to unpack the pop culture highlights (and lowlights) in the cookie universe, including the surprise hit “KPop Demon Hunters,” the wild “And Just Like That” series finale, our picks for the upcoming Emmys, and a few bonus tidbits from the Parker Posey memoir. PLUS: Chelsea drops in with even more hot takes on “Love is Blink UK,” the Netflix documentary “Unknown Number,” and Elizabeth Gilbert’s latest memoir revelations.
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Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastThe Tangle (featuring Chelsea Devantez)Surprise! We’re dropping a little something special into the Glamorous Trash feed this week. Former guest Kyle Ridley recently interviewed Chelsea on his podcast The Tangle, where they unpacked the evolution of the Glamorous Trash podcast, why some memoirs are off the table, and Chelsea’s bittersweet reflections on her own memoir one year after its release.
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Betty Gilpin Memoir Episode (with Kyle Ridley)
How to Pitch a Memoir (with Kyle Ridley)
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2025-08-2953 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastGwyneth Paltrow Biography, The Hunting Wives, and a Tribute to Loni AndersonIt’s a Cookie Jar episode! Chelsea and Kristina unpack a few hot topics requested by the cookies, including a deep dive into the Gwyneth Paltrow biography by Amy Odell, breaking down her evolution from Hollywood royalty to Goop wellness icon. They get into juicy details about her relationships with Brad Pitt, Ben Affleck, and Chris Martin. Plus: “The Hunting Wives” on Netflix, “And Just Like That” ending, Cheryl Hines’ memoir announcement, and a tribute to Glamorous Trash icon Loni Anderson.
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2025-08-081h 18Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastAsk Ronna (with Chelsea Devantez)Surprise! We’re dropping a little something special into the Glamorous Trash feed this week. We loved Ronna and Bryan on our Roseanne Barr episode, and now we’re bringing over their hit advice podcast, Ask Ronna, to our feed! Listen as Chelsea joins them to dish out advice on two wild listener dilemmas: one about a dog walker who finds something unexpected and the other about a not-so-suave kisser.
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2025-05-231h 26Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastLouise Brooks’ Memoir Lulu in Hollywood (with Mallory O'Meara)Author Mallory O’Meara (Reading Smut) joins Chelsea to break down silent film legend Louise Brooks’ scorched-earth essay collection “Lulu in Hollywood.” Louise floods the book with tea from the Golden Age of Hollywood, dragging Humphrey Bogart and torching the studio system that abandoned her. Chelsea and Mallory also spill bonus tea, calling out Charlie Chaplin. Plus, they explore why Louise’s era wasn’t so golden, and why her rage still hits hard in 2025.
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2025-05-2057 min
Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastViral Article Book Club: Money Dysmorphia and the Cost of Being Chronically OnlineChelsea is joined by novelist and screenwriter Carolyn Huynh to break down the New York Times article “Are You the Only One Who’s Broke, or Is It Money Dysmorphia?” They unpack the so-called boom boom aesthetic, lipstick-effect economics, doom spending, and those who cosplay as both rich and broke on social media. Plus: Is going to Coachella at 35... cringe?
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2025-04-1833 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastMara Wilson’s Memoir Where Am I Now? (with Ruby Karp)Chelsea is joined by writer and performer Ruby Karp (I Don’t Trust Adults) to cover Mara Wilson’s memoir, “Where Am I Now?” They unpack this introspective and honest look at child stardom and a career in the arts, from Mara’s days on the set of “Matilda” and “Mrs. Doubtfire” to what it was like to cross paths with fellow child actors like Scarlett Johansson and Kristen Stewart, and have mentors like Robin Williams and Danny Devito. Chelsea and Ruby reflect on storytelling as survival and what it takes to make it through young fame with your wit intact.
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Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastViral Article Book Club: Blake Lively, Meghan Markle & The Internet Rage MachineWriter and showrunner Sierra Teller Ornelas joins Chelsea for another Viral Article Book Club. This time, they’re diving into that Cut article, “Why Do These Women Inspire Such Rage?” The two friends unpack the article, which talks about why Meghan (Markle) Sussex and Blake Lively fuel so much ragebait. The two of them get into how these women are very different, the politics of likability, Justin Baldoni’s man bun, Gwyneth and her vagina candles, and how Elon and Trump are weak lil worms who couldn’t survive 1/10th of what women suffer on the internet without trying to make te...
2025-04-0450 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastSheryl Sandberg’s Memoir Lean In (with Becca Platsky)Chelsea and Becca Platsky (host of the Corporate Gossip podcast) put on their office peplum and stinky ballet flats to travel back to 2013 and book club Sheryl Sandberg’s memoir "Lean In." This widely popular book told women to get a seat at the table, only for that table to be run by Mark Zuckerberg in a Benson Boone jumpsuit chugging from a red solo cup. They unpack Lean In's cultural impact and discuss whether or not you can draw a straight line from its publication to the disappearance of the Women's March come 2025. But fear not! Becca and Ch...
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Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastViral Article Book Club: When Parenthood Changes FriendshipsChelsea and Nora McInerny ("Thanks for Asking") dive into The Cut’s advice article, "My Friends Abandoned Me When They Had Kids." They break down how friendships shift when one person becomes a parent, the (questionable?) advice prescribed in The Cut, and whether it’s fair to expect single friends to just “wait it out.” Plus, Chelsea and Nora share their own experiences with friendship shake-ups and what it really means to show up for the people in your life -- kids or no kids.Follow Chelsea:Instagram @chelseadevantez
2025-03-1835 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastNaomi Watts’ Memoir Dare I Say It? (with Elizabeth Laime)Chelsea and guest Elizabeth Laime (Nobody's Listening, Right?) dive into “Dare I Say It?” Naomi Watts’ menopause-focused book and extract all the tea! They unpack Naomi’s unexpected love story with Billy Crudup, Liev Schreiber, and herself. Then they scream about Stacy London’s fashion tips and Elizabeth tells an amazing story you’ll never recover from! A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including suicide. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.Follow Chelsea:Instagram @chelseadevantezShow Notes:
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2025-03-141h 01Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastThe Meghan (Markle) Sussex Rebrand and AI Boyfriends > Men on Love Is Blind?Chelsea and Kristina dive into this month’s crumbs, starting with Meghan (Markle) Sussex’s rebrand with her Netflix series, “With Love.” Then they break down Candace Owens’ new lifestyle platform and whether it's leading women down a rabbit hole to the right. And they discuss why this season of “Love Is Blind” is so bad it’s making them wonder if Milwaukee is OK. Plus, “White Lotus,” grudges, women to check on, and more.Follow Chelsea:Instagram @chelseadevantezWhere to order Chelsea’s book:
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2025-03-0758 min
Glamorous Trash - Cookies Only[PREVIEW] Ione Skye’s Memoir Say Everything (with Chelsea Davison)Chelsea and Podstruck co-host Chelsea Davison dive into “Say Everything: A Memoir,” Ione Skye’s new book (out today), which is packed with jaw-dropping moments. They explore Ione’s career-turning role in "Say Anything," her relationship with Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Anthony Kiedis, her marriage to Beastie Boys’ Adam Horovitz, and why her story feels like a Forrest Gump-style journey through a ’90s Hollywood fever-dream. A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including drug use, underage relationships, and abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.Follow Chelsea:Instagram @chelse...
2025-03-0405 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastIone Skye’s Memoir Say Everything (with Chelsea Davison)Chelsea and Podstruck co-host Chelsea Davison dive into “Say Everything: A Memoir,” Ione Skye’s new book (out today), which is packed with jaw-dropping moments. They explore Ione’s career-turning role in "Say Anything," her relationship with Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Anthony Kiedis, her marriage to Beastie Boys’ Adam Horovitz, and why her story feels like a Forrest Gump-style journey through a ’90s Hollywood fever-dream. A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including drug use, underage relationships, and abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.Follow Che...
2025-03-042h 05Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastEartha Kitt’s Memoir Alone With Me (with Angela Tucker)Chelsea is joined by author Angela Tucker ("You Should Be Grateful") to dive into "Alone With Me," Eartha Kitt’s 1976 memoir. Together, they unpack Eartha’s journey to international stardom which includes cameos from James Dean, Marilyn Monroe, and Orson Welles. Plus, they dig into the infamous White House luncheon that led to Eartha being blacklisted and the CIA dossier that labeled her a “sadistic nymphomaniac"! A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including child abuse, and sexual abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
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Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastViral Article Book Club: The NY Times on Dating Women of Color to Advance 'Antiracism'Chelsea is joined by Traci Thomas (The Stacks podcast) to break down one of the wildest letters to hit The New York Times Magazine: a white man wondering if prioritizing women of color in dating will advance his antiracism. They unpack the letter’s cringiest moments, the ethicist’s response (was it satire?), and why no woman wants to be compared to kale. Plus, Chelsea introduces her new viral article rating system—because some articles demand a group chat rant.Follow Chelsea:Instagram @chelseadevantezWhere to order...
2025-02-2534 min
Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastViral Article Book Club: Jessica Simpson's interview in The CutChelsea goes solo for this viral article deep dive, recapping The Cut’s recent interview with Jessica Simpson and her sister Ashley Simpson Ross. Nothing could have prepared Chelsea for the absolutely wild Prince story buried in the middle. Let us know if you’re into this new format!Follow Chelsea:Instagram @chelseadevantezWhere to order Chelsea’s book:
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2025-02-2510 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastNeko Case’s Memoir The Harder I Fight, The More I Love You (with Jana Schmieding)Chelsea and actor/writer Jana Schmieding ("Rutherford Falls") dive into Neko Case’s brand-new memoir, "The Harder I Fight, The More I Love You." From Case’s neglectful and rugged upbringing in the Pacific Northwest to her rise in the indie rock scene, they unpack her poetic writing, years of relentless touring, and the resilience that fueled her art. Plus, the comedian whose work helped shape Neko’s path, an unexpected Stevie Nicks tangent, and why spite might just be the ultimate creative fuel.A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics includ...
2025-02-2153 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastViral Article Book Club: The Cruel Kids’ TableIt’s a new kind of episode where we book club a viral article! Chelsea and “Rutherford Falls” creator Sierra Teller Ornelas dive into “The Cruel Kids’ Table,” the buzzy New York Magazine article that wants you to believe the hot young right is effortlessly chic. They break down why these narratives resurface every election cycle, what the actual takeaways should be from this moment in politics, and why the F the article includes the sentence “Melania is mother.” Follow Chelsea:Instagram @chelseadevantezWhere to order Ch...
2025-02-1141 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastJosephine Baker’s Memoir Fearless and Free (with Tocarra Elise)Chelsea and comedian Tocarra Elise dive into Josephine Baker’s newly translated memoir, “Fearless and Free.” They explore how she danced her way to global stardom, secretly worked as a WWII spy for the French Resistance (yes, she smuggled German secrets on sheet music), and built a legacy as groundbreaking as it was complicated. Plus, a deep dive into her controversial Rainbow Tribe and the memoir’s wildest moments—including a psychic rabbit’s foot and some truly questionable recipes.
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2025-02-071h 13Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastShari Franke’s Memoir The House of My Mother (with Kate Casey)Chelsea welcomes back Kate Casey to break down former child influencer Shari Franke’s memoir, “The House of My Mother.” They explore her backstory on the now-infamous 8 Passengers YouTube channel, the dark side of family vlogging, and the cult-like control of her mother, Ruby Franke, and life coach Jodi Hildebrandt. Chelsea and Kate unpack the harrowing abuse Shari survived. Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including child abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.Follow Chelsea:Instagram @chelseadevantez
2025-01-311h 16Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBrooke Shields, Blake Lively, and Celebrity Meh-moirsChelsea and producer Kristina Lopez dive into all the glamorous and trashy headlines, from Brooke Shields’ surgery without her consent, to Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s court drama, to the news of three celebrity memoirs that no one asked for, to the many other cookie crumbs gracing our table. Buckle the hell up, Kristina and Chelsea hadn’t recorded together for a month, so this is a big ol ep!Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including sexual harassment. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.Help Support Those...
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Podstruck: A Rom-Com RewindLove & Basketball: Courting On The Court (with Chelsea Devantez)Continuing the Sports Vs. Love rom-com trope, this week Podstruck covers the genre defying Criterion Collection classic from 2000, Love & Basketball. We are joined by special guest and host of the Glamorous Trash podcast Chelsea Devantez to gush over the all-star cast featuring Omar Epps, Sanaa Lathan, Alfre Woodard, Regina Hall, Boris Kodjoe, Gabrielle Union, Tyra Banks and more. We discuss how writer/director Gina Prince-Bythewood inspires us, the break from traditional rom-com structure, and how this movie addresses sexism in ways the Barbie movie can't. Plus we talk about strip basketball, licking booty sweat, slut shaming, Mormon crushes, and...
2025-01-221h 17Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastDocumentary Book Club: Martha on Netflix (with Jo Feldman)Chelsea welcomes back bestie Jo Feldman to unravel the complexities of domestic goddess Martha Stewart as seen in Netflix’s documentary “Martha.” From her early days as a model to building her lifestyle empire, they explore the validity of her “mean girl” reputation, a little bish named James Comey, and her infamous time in prison. Plus, they come to a disagreement as they ponder: was Martha Stewart the original trad wife?Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-12-241h 15Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastHot Takes on Wicked + Kristin Chenoweth’s Emotional MemoirChelsea and Ilana Peña (“Diary of a Future President,” “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”) share their hot takes on the highly anticipated movie adaptation of “Wicked.” Then we revisit a previously subscriber-only episode on Kristin Chenoweth’s 2023 memoir, “I’m No Philosopher, But I Got Thoughts.” From Ambien tweets to bible quotes to emotional discoveries about her birth parents, this ep takes you on a surprising and emotional journey down the yellow brick road.Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-12-201h 48Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastMegan Thee Stallion’s Documentary and Rue McClanahan’s Life LessonsChelsea and producer Kristina Lopez hold space for a few hot topics, from a viral “Wicked” moment to Megan Thee Stallion’s powerful documentary, “In Her Words.” They reminisce about the “Golden Girls” moments that shaped their lives before diving into an encore of the episode on Rue McClanahan’s 2008 memoir, “My First Five Husbands ... and the Ones Who Got Away” featuring guest Sofiya Alexandra. A must-listen rerun with a brand-new treat!A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including domestic violence, suicide, and abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful resources he...
2024-12-131h 50Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastLauren Bacall’s Memoir By Myself And Then Some (with Wes Perry)Chelsea welcomes back the wonderful Wes Perry to book club silver screen legend Lauren Bacall’s memoir, “By Myself and Then Some.” They dive into Bacall’s golden-age Hollywood tales—from her whirlwind marriage to Humphrey Bogart and painful rebound with Frank Sinatra to her iconic roles alongside Marilyn Monroe and her enduring political activism. Get out your (DECAFFEINATED!!!!!) drink of choice as we ponder: did Lauren Bacall actually name “The Rat Pack”?
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2024-12-061h 03Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastLucille Ball's Memoir Love, Lucy (with Susan Lieu)Chelsea is joined by author and podcaster Susan Lieu (“The Manicurist’s Daughter”) to explore “Love, Lucy,” the memoir of comedy icon Lucille Ball. They unpack Lucy’s rise to superstardom with “I Love Lucy,” her passionate and rocky romance with Desi Arnaz, and her relentless battles against sexism that drove her to break barriers—and a few car windows—along the way.New Glamorous Trash Merch
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2024-11-221h 39Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastCher: The Memoir - Part One (with Dominick Pupa and TMomZ)Chelsea is joined by comedian Dominick Pupa (“Fixing Famous People”) and her mom, TMomZ, to book club Cher’s history-making memoir, “Cher: The Memoir (Part 1).” SNAP OUT OF IT — we don’t need to write a description: IT’S CHER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including suicide, drug use, abuse, and sexual assault. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.New Glamorous Trash Merch
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2024-11-191h 59Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastVanna White's Memoir Vanna Speaks (with Crystal Marie Denha)Chelsea and comedian and actor Crystal Marie Denha (“The Gutter”) analyze “Vanna Speaks,” the 1987 memoir from “Wheel of Fortune” icon Vanna White. They explore everything from Vanna’s wild tales of romance at Chippendales, to how she landed her iconic letter-turning role on TV. Along the way, they yell about diet culture, her criminal (??) manager, and some brand new reasons to hate on Hugh Hefner’s ghost.A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including suicide, disordered eating and abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.New Glamorous Tr...
2024-11-151h 03Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBritney Spears’ Jewelry Drop, Mary Bonnet’s Mystery Man, and Henry Kissinger’s Last WishChelsea and producer Kristina open the Cookie Jar for a juicy deep dive into everything from Britney Spears’s jewelry line to surprising updates on memoirs from JoJo Levesque, Mary Bonnet, and Bethany Joy Lenz. Plus, an unexpected Glamorous Trash merch drop, and some cathartic yelling at Henry Kissinger which we could all use this week. New Glamorous Trash Merch
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2024-11-121h 11Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastConnie Chung's Memoir Connie (with Connie Wang)Chelsea is joined by journalist and memoirist Connie Wang to unpack "Connie," the memoir by pioneering news icon Connie Chung. They explore Chung's experiences as one of the first Chinese-American women in news and the mountains she climbed. There’s also wild drama with Barbara Walters and Diane Sawyer, a long-distance romance with now-husband Maury Povich, and jump scares from Ryan O’Neal, Marlon Brando, and… (DRINGO!) Henry Kissinger.A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including sexual abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.Where to ord...
2024-11-081h 12Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastStevie Nicks: A Memoir in the MusicChelsea teams up with Melinda Thompson (co-host of the Hello Witches! podcast) and Blake “LUXXURY” Robin (co-host of the One Song podcast) for a special Memoir in the Music episode, all about rock’s mystical witch, Stevie Nicks. Just in time for Halloween, they sift through Stevie’s witchy lyrics to uncover tales of romance, heartbreak, and just a hint of hexing. From “Landslide” to “Rhiannon” to “Silver Springs,” Chelsea and her guests reveal why Stevie’s life needs no traditional memoir—it’s all in her songs.A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive t...
2024-10-311h 14Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBethany Joy Lenz’s Memoir Dinner for Vampires (with Natalie Katona and Julia Washington)Chelsea is joined by podcaster Natalie Katona and writer Julia Washington (co-hosts of Still Comfy) to break down “One Tree Hill” star Bethany Joy Lenz’s memoir, “Dinner for Vampires.” They explore Bethany’s experiences in a high-control religious cult. Get ready for co-star drama, jezebel fuckery, and an asshat cult leader obsessed with The Sopranos.A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including emotional abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-10-221h 54Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastIna Garten’s Memoir Be Ready When the Luck Happens (with Evan Ross Katz)Chelsea is joined by writer, podcast host, and cultural commentator Evan Ross Katz to discuss Ina Garten’s memoir, “Be Ready When the Luck Happens.” They discuss everything from Ina's turbulent childhood and her career in nuclear energy to her rise as a culinary icon with “Barefoot Contessa” and the baked chicken recipe that supposedly made Prince Harry propose! They also dissect all things Jeffrey—from the CIA rumors and his work at Blackstone to Ina surprising him with an entire apartment in Paris. One takeaway: Sometimes, we all just need to "Ina our Garten."A content warning: thi...
2024-10-181h 14Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastTatum O’Neal’s Memoir A Paper Life (with Jodie Sweetin)Chelsea is joined by Jodie Sweetin (“Full House” and the “How Rude, Tanneritos!” podcast) to break down “A Paper Life,” by Tatum O’Neal, Hollywood’s youngest-ever Oscar winner. This is perhaps the most intense memoir this podcast has ever covered!! And because it’s 1970s Hollywood, there are appearances by Cher, Barbra Streisand, Anjelica Huston, Melanie Griffith, and—of course—Mick Jagger. Jodie reflects on her own experiences as a child star, while Chelsea yells at Oprah for trying to bring Tatum and her father, Ryan, back together. A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics includ...
2024-10-111h 18Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastMary Bonnet’s Memoir Selling Sunshine (with Kiki Monique)Chelsea is joined by Kiki Monique (host of “Reality Checked” on SiriusXM’s Radio Andy and TheTalkofShame on TikTok) to discuss the memoir of “Selling Sunset” star Mary Bonnet. From teenage motherhood in Indiana to dating a Major League Baseball player, a boy band member, and a professional racecar driver, her dating rosters deliver in celeb cameos. And somehow Taye Diggs and Idina Menzel’s shoes are major players in her future with The Oppenheim group?? This one’s quite the ride. A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including sexual assault. Take care while listening...
2024-10-041h 09Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastMia Farrow’s Memoir What Falls Away (with Armida López)Chelsea welcomes actor and filmmaker Armida López to unpack Mia Farrow’s memoir, “What Falls Away.” They explore Mia’s life, from her Hollywood upbringing as the daughter of director John Farrow and actress Maureen O’Sullivan to her high-profile relationships with Frank Sinatra, André Previn, and Woody Allen. And then as I’m sure you guessed the last half of the episode is all about Woody and Mia’s court case that set out prove or disprove allegations of his child abuse, and Chelsea yells a lot.A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics...
2024-09-241h 08Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastEve’s Memoir Who’s That Girl? (with Danielle Henderson)Chelsea welcomes Danielle Henderson (TV writer and I Saw What You Did podcast co-host) to break down Eve’s memoir, “Who’s That Girl?” Together, they explore Eve’s meteoric rise from Philly to international stardom, including her legendary collaborations with DMX, Dr. Dre, Gwen Stefani. They dissect all of Eve's Hollywood tales that involve cameos from celebrities like Suge Knight, P. Diddy, Prince, Janet Jackson, and, um… Sean Penn!?! Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-09-201h 32Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastJoanna 'JoJo' Levesque’s Memoir Over the Influence (with Caroline Moss)Chelsea is joined by Caroline Moss (Gee Thanks, Just Bought It!) to break down Joanna "JoJo" Levesque’s memoir, “Over the Influence.” They explore JoJo’s journey as a teen pop star fighting her way through the music industry’s darkest corners. From a relentless legal battle to release new music, to struggles with addiction, to a satin blue dress splitting straight up the butt at an industry party, this memoir is wild! Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-09-171h 32Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastJennifer Lopez and Leah Remini’s Memoirs: Their Best-Friend BreakupChelsea and podcast producer Kristina Lopez dive deep into the friendship between Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini by combing through the pages of their memoirs — “True Love” and “Troublemaker” — to find insights into their best friend breakup and now rumored reconciliation. Since our media landscape is lacking authentic female friendship break-up stories, they explore this one to the max: from the timeline of how J.Lo and Leah's bond unraveled to their glamorous shared moments at Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes’ lavish wedding to the quiet rift that left Leah absent from J.Lo’s high-profile wedding to Ben Affleck. Chelsea...
2024-09-131h 18Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastThe Secret Life of Mormon Wives & A Well-Trained Wife: Scandals and FaithChelsea is diving deep into Hulu's “The Secret Life of Mormon Wives” and the memoir “A Well-Trained Wife” by Tia Levings -- recapping the eight episodes and discussing important takeaways from both the TV show and the book. Chelsea unpacks the shocking revelations on the show, including the soft-swinging secrets of the TikTok-famous Mormom MomTok group. She also explores the undercurrents of religious patriarchy while taking a closer look at how these women balance faith, fame, and family while trying to rewrite the rulebook on what it means to be a modern wife.Where to order...
2024-09-061h 02Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastWhoopi Goldberg’s Memoir Bits and Pieces: My Mother, My Brother, and Me (with Mother-in-Law Vicki Lester)Chelsea welcomes back her mother-in-law, Vicki Lester, to dig into Whoopi Goldberg’s memoir, “Bits and Pieces: My Mother, My Brother, and Me.” Together, they tackle Whoopi’s touching relationship with her mother, her brother’s charm with the ladies, and the complicated dynamic between Whoopi and her daughter Alex. And just when you think you’ve heard it all, Vicki drops her own celebrity stories—including an encounter with Ray J. Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-08-3053 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastFrom Jennifer Lopez to Anna Marie Tendler: Can a Hollywood Witch Save Us All?Chelsea and producer Kristina Lopez return with a jam-packed Cookie Jar episode, where they dish on Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s divorce, the “It Ends With Us” drama surrounding Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, and the surprising cookie reactions to Anna Marie Tendler’s memoir. Plus, get a little insight into the state of Hollywood, the “Love Island USA” reunion, and if Andrew Garfield's girlfriend is the witch we've all been waiting for. A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including domestic violence and disordered eating. Take care while listening and find helpful resources her...
2024-08-231h 27Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastLove Island USA is Deep as HellIt’s a recap of “Love Island USA” Season 6, plus all the ensuing online drama to get you prepared for the reunion. Chelsea and Akilah Green (Emmy-nominated writer of "A Black Lady Sketch Show" and "Ghosts") break down the final couples, disagree about Leah and Rob, and delve into the show’s surprisingly deep insights on cultural undercurrents. Plus, Chelsea draws some wild connections between the show and upcoming elections—because why not? Whether you’re a seasoned “Love Island” fan or just curious about the hype, this episode is your perfect guide to the season’s wildest moments.Wh...
2024-08-161h 13Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBetty White's Memoir Here We Go Again (with Rachel Dratch)Chelsea and Rachel Dratch (“Saturday Night Live” alum and host of “Woo Woo with Rachel Dratch”) dive into the life and legacy of Hollywood legend Betty White as they explore her 1995 memoir, "Here We Go Again." They discuss Betty’s groundbreaking roles the hot goss behind "The Golden Girls” and how a Snickers Super Bowl commercial turned her into everyone’s favorite spunky grandma all over again. Plus! They discuss Betty’s three marriages and Rachel spills gentle tea from behind the scenes of Betty’s Emmy-winning “SNL” hosting gig.Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-08-0959 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBusy Philipps’ Memoir This Will Only Hurt a Little (with Caissie St. Onge)Chelsea and Caissie St. Onge (“Busy Phillips is Doing Her Best” podcast) book club Busy Philipps' 2018 memoir, "This Will Only Hurt a Little." They discuss Busy's time on "Freaks and Geeks," "Dawson’s Creek," and "Girls5Eva," while offering their own BTS and hot tea. There is so much to get into: a psychic moment with Sharon Stone, loneliness within a relationship, and what to do when your left boob pops out at your boyfriend's ex-fiance's wedding. Together, they celebrate Busy's unflinching honesty and the gift of a memoir that's willing to put it all on the table....
2024-08-061h 02Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBrandi Glanville’s Memoir Drinking and Tweeting (with Kulap Vilaysack and SuChin Pak)Chelsea teams up with “Add to Cart” podcast hosts Kulap Vilaysack and SuChin Pak to discuss Brandi Glanville's collection of bound tweets that she calls a book. Her memoir is titled "Drinking and Tweeting," and together they travel back to 2013 to unravel Brandi's time on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," and the cheating drama with her ex-husband Eddie Cibrian and singer LeAnn Rimes. Together they learn that it's always 2013 when you're Brandi Glanville. Get out your two glasses of Sauvignon Blanc and lease that $ 1200-a-month SUV, because we're about to talk vagina-tightening surgeries that somehow involve your mother and...
2024-08-021h 06Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastJamie Lynn Spears’ Memoir Things I Should Have Said (with Tess Barker and Babs Gray)Get a glimpse of our bonus content in this newly released ep where Chelsea is joined by Tess Barker and Babs Gray, the brilliant minds behind the podcasts Britney's Gram and Toxic: The Britney Spears Story, to go on a wild ride into Jamie Lynn Spears' memoir, “Things I Should Have Said.” They take a critical look at Jamie Lynn's portrayal of her sister Britney, their tumultuous family life, the impact of Britney's conservatorship, and what happens when your horrid parents tell you that you’re just as good of a singer as your sister Britney Spears, perhaps you’re even...
2024-07-231h 48Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastViola Davis’ Memoir Finding Me (with Mother-in-Law Vicki Lester)Chelsea is joined by her mother-in-law, Vicki Lester, who described this book "as eye-opening and life-changing as the bible!" Together, they recap and go deep into Viola’s incredible memoir, including her childhood poverty, the fighting spirit that has defined her life, and her bath-based marriage success story.This was previously a Patreon-only episode — join the Patreon to be the first to get exclusive episodes like this one! Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-07-191h 23Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastParis Hilton’s Memoir Paris: The Memoir (with Heather McMahan)Chelsea and Heather McMahan (“Love Hard,” “Good Grief”) think Paris’s 2023 memoir is so hot. From teen detention camps to “being the Birkin” to the real story behind the infamous sex tape, Paris gives us a completely new perspective on the quintessential 2000’s party girl.Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-07-121h 17Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBeyond the Memoir: A Deep Dive into Celine Dion's "I am Celine" and "My Story, My Dream"It’s all things Celine Dion! First, Chelsea welcomes Chris DeRosa (Fixing Famous People) to unpack the legendary singer’s new documentary "I Am Celine" and explore insights into Celine's recent struggles with Stiff Person Syndrome and how it has affected her life and career. Then, we're bringing you a special re-release of our episode about Celine Dion’s memoir, “My Story, My Dream,” with guest Stephanie Beatriz (“Brooklyn 99,” “In the Heights”). Learn about Celine’s perspective on her rise to fame, the intricacies of her relationship with her manager and husband Rene, and more.The memoir episode begins at 24:06....
2024-07-051h 50Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastDissecting our Pop Princess Summer: Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Charlie XCX and more...With Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Renee Raap, Charlie XCX and Taylor Swift dominating the headlines this summer there's so much to get into. Who is horny for who? What does "sapphic" mean? Why is the media sleeping on Tinashe and Normani? How did Chappell get so big so fast? And are our pop girlies feuding? Not to mention... do we miss feuds? I think we do?? Producer Kristina Lopez and Associate Producer Jerrin Padre join Chelsea for a retrospective, celebrating how queer and empowered our artists are now, and just how much has changed since 2004...
2024-06-2547 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastElizabeth Taylor’s Memoir Elizabeth Takes Off (with TMomZ)Get ready for diamonds, diets, and drama! Chelsea welcomes back her mom, TMomZ, to the pod to explore Elizabeth Taylor’s diet book disguised as a memoir, “Elizabeth Takes Off.” Together they discuss the glamour and grit behind film icon’s life, from her tumultuous marriages and struggles with weight to her unforgettable presence on screen (and in tabloids). Plus, TMomZ shares why she thought Chelsea was a little “too nice” in her own memoir, “I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This.”A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including disordered eating and abusive...
2024-06-2153 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastLoretta Lynn’s Memoir Me & Patsy Kickin' Up Dust (with Emily Walker)Chelsea welcomes comedian Emily Walker to the pod to discuss best friends, best friend breakups, and Loretta Lynn’s wonderful memoir, “Me & Patsy Kickin' Up Dust: My Friendship with Patsy Cline.” You may recognize Emily from Chelsea’s book, so they have lots to talk about, including how a Stevie Nicks concert helped mend their friendship. The Loretta Lynn memoir discussion starts at 13:55 if you want to skip to the book discussion. In this episode, Chelsea and Emily talk about everything from Loretta’s marriage as a teenager to how Patsy Cline helped Loretta have her first orgasm with a little l...
2024-06-141h 25Glamorous Trash - Cookies Only[PREVIEW] Chelsea Devantez’s Memoir I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This (with Ashley Nicole Black, Kenzie Elizabeth, and Akilah Green)It’s Chelsea’s memoir episode! Chelsea invites besties Ashley Nicole Black, Kenzie Elizabeth, and Akilah Green to do a deep dive into her own damn memoir! They get into all the BTS of the book and why there should be a two-friend-factor-authentication for depression. Much like the book, this episode gets into heavy topics, so take care when listening!We’re on tour!Tour info here!Where to order Chelsea’s book:Bookshop.orgFind other places to order
2024-06-0705 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastChelsea Devantez’s Memoir ‘I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This’ (with Ashley Nicole Black, Kenzie Elizabeth, and Akilah Green)It’s Chelsea’s memoir episode! Chelsea invites besties Ashley Nicole Black, Kenzie Elizabeth, and Akilah Green to do a deep dive into her own damn memoir! They get into all the BTS of the book and why there should be a two-friend-factor-authentication for depression. Much like the book, this episode gets into heavy topics, so take care when listening!We’re on tour!Tour info here!Where to order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-06-071h 40Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBook Talk: Can a Memoir End Your Marriage? (With Emily Farris)Chelsea welcomes special guest Emily Farris to discuss Emily's memoir, "I'll Just Be Five More Minutes," and her viral article, "I Made My Husband the Hero of My Memoir, Then My Marriage Ended." Emily shares candid stories about her late ADHD diagnosis, her marriage's complexities, and the journey to choosing joy over staying in an unhappy relationship. Together, they explore why there are so many memoirs with love stories inside them that have already ended before the book is even published? We’re going on tour in June!Tour info here!
2024-05-2842 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastDonna Summer’s Memoir Ordinary Girl (with Holly Laurent)Chelsea and Holly Laurent (Mega podcast co-host) embark on a horny (yet also biblical) journey into the electrifying world of Donna Summer, the ‘70s Disco Queen. They discover the wild backstories behind Donna's legendary hits, from "Love To Love You Baby" to "She Works Hard for the Money," and her infamous recording session with Barbra Streisand for “No More Tears (Enough is Enough).” Chelsea and Holly discuss Donna's religious turn and reflect on their own intense relationships with religion and mysticism. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to Donna Summer's music, buckle the hell up, because it's about to get...
2024-05-251h 23Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBook Talk with Paul ScheerChelsea and How Did This Get Made? host Paul Scheer discuss his new memoir, "Joyful Recollections of Trauma." They talk about everything from publishing to the state of the entertainment industry to terrible step-dads to what JLo should do next. Take a listen and pre-order Paul's memoir which comes out next week -- it's going to be an amazing read!!We’re going on tour in June!
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2024-05-1746 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastKathleen Hanna’s Memoir Rebel Girl (with Nora McInerny)“Girls to the front!!!!” Chelsea is joined by Nora McInerny (It’s Going To Be OK) to discuss Kathleen Hanna’s iconic memoir, “Rebel Girl.” From Kathleen’s journey as the lead singer of Bikini Kill to leading the Riot Grrrl revolution to starting the band Le Tigre, they dive into it all. There’s also Kathleen’s battle with Lyme disease, her romance with a Beastie Boy, and an absolutely epic run-in with Courtney Love, who shouts our new favorite slogan: "You can’t even read and I’m way more feminist than you!"We’re going on tour...
2024-05-141h 31Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastCookie Jar: Birthday EditionCelebrate Chelsea's birthday with a special Cookie Jar episode! Chelsea and producer Kristina Lopez unpack reactions to our Delta Burke, Margaret Cho, and Rebel Wilson episodes. Plus they sort out Barbra Streisand's Instagram antics, share their "Baby Reindeer" takes, and Chelsea dishes her birthday tradition to make the most goddamn wishes possible!!!We’re going on tour in June!Tour info here!Where to pre-order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-05-0849 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastLinda Ronstadt's Memoir Simple Dreams (with Liam Gareau)It’s a musical memoir! Tune in as Chelsea and Liam Gareau (host of the Tell Me Everything podcast) unpack Linda Ronstadt’s memoir "Simple Dreams." Together they explore her absolutely epic career and legendary vocals, plus they discuss red flags, dating George Lucas, if the Manson murders can cause a slipped disc, and if Linda hates Jim Morrison???We’re going on tour in June!Tour info here!Where to pre-order Chelsea’s book:
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2024-05-031h 20Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBehind The Bangs: How to Pitch a Memoir (with Kyle Ridley)Join Chelsea Devantez and Emmy award-winning producer Kyle Ridley (Good Day DC) for a practical guide to pitching your memoir. This episode unpacks everything from crafting an engaging outline to finding the right agent and editor who can champion your work. Chelsea opens up about her journey and shares critical steps and common pitfalls in memoir publishing, including “having a platform.” This is a must-listen for anyone ready to tell (and sell) their story.We’re going on tour in June!Tour info here!Where to pre-order Chelsea’s book:
2024-04-301h 04Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastMargaret Cho’s Memoir I’m The One That I Want (with Joy Osmanski)Join Chelsea and guest Joy Osmanski as they dive into the poignant and candid memoir of comedy icon Margaret Cho. Learn how Margaret uses comedy to survive her childhood, and later Hollywood, when she becomes the first Korean-American to be the lead of a 1994 sitcom that was based on her own life. (Hollywood quickly ruined that of course.) Margaret discusses everything from dating Quentin Tarantino to internalized sexism and racism to the good Karen in her life, and “Fat as a feminist issue.”If you or anyone you know is struggling, there's help available at C...
2024-04-261h 03Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBeyond The Memoir: An Interview with Delta BurkeJoin Chelsea in a deeply personal and revealing interview with the Emmy-nominated actress Delta Burke. In Delta’s first interview in decades, the “Designing Women” star gets candid about her 1998 memoir, shares insights on overcoming Hollywood’s stereotypes, and reveals how she survived it all to come out the other side happier than ever. Get your Kleenex ready as Delta shares her enduring wit and wisdom, discussing hoarders, diet culture, and the media's rampage on women’s bodies (and of course Chelsea cries!)Show Notes:
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2024-04-1956 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastRebel Wilson’s Memoir Rebel Rising (with Misha Brown)Join Chelsea and The Big Flop host Misha Brown as they unpack Rebel Wilson's memoir, “Rebel Rising.” Rebel spills the tea about her sex life, body image struggles, and her battles with the media. Plus, we dive into the Sasha Baron Cohen saga and discuss why we're officially over reading about celebrities' trips to Africa.Show Notes:
Listen to Chelsea on The Big Flop’s Juicero episode
Hear our Ricki Lake episode
Book tour info here!
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2024-04-161h 25Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBeyond the Memoir: Interpreting Britney Spears’ InstagramIn a follow-up to our deep dive into Britney Spears' memoir, Chelsea and Sarah Fraser delve into the pop legend's current chapter after gaining her autonomy and releasing her groundbreaking memoir. Chelsea and Sarah dissect the pop star's recent Instagram posts, and discuss the impact of trauma, expressing your voice, and the power of a lil heart emoji over the cooch.Show Notes:
Current Britney discussion starts at 18:59
Britney Spears’ The Woman in Me episode
Britney talks to chickens
Sarah’s interview with Drake Bell
2024-04-0555 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastVanessa Williams’ Memoir - You Have No Idea (with Susie Banikarim and Jessica Bennett)Chelsea and guests, Susie Banikarim and Jessica Bennett, examine Vanessa Williams and her mother’s joint memoir “You Have No Idea: A Famous Daughter, Her No-nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood, Love, Loss (and Each Other).” From Vanessa being forced to resign as Miss America to finding happiness in Hollywood, we delve into how the Williams women navigated fame with resilience, grace… and an ongoing revenge list.Show Notes:
In Retrospect's Vanessa Williams episode
Our Pamela Anderson episode
In Retrospect's Pamela Anderson's episode
Vanessa William's "Save the Best for Last...
2024-04-0256 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBeyoncé, Cowboy Carter, and Unpacking Country Music History (With Sam Sanders)Grab your hat and saddle up! Before the release of Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter," Chelsea and Sam Sanders (co-host of the Vibe Check podcast) talk about the times Beyoncé has come closest to memoir-level vulnerability. They share insights on the history of country music, make a few predictions about songs they'd love to hear on the album, and discuss its potential impact on culture. Plus, they have a few thoughts on J.Lo’s documentary to boot! Show Notes:
Glamorous Trash: Will Taylor Swift, Beyonce and “Barbie” Change Everything??
Glamorous Trash: J.Lo’s “...
2024-03-2246 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastLove is Blind: Season 6 Reactions and RevelationsChelsea and guest Erin Dewey Lennox review the whirlwind that was "Love is Blind” Season 6. Together they unpack the emotional highs and lows, Vanessa Lachey's dress, Nick Lachey's media training, and take a closer look at Jimmy, Jessica, and the EpiPen. Listen to find out why everyone on the show (*ahem* Clay) needs therapy and why we can't seem to get enough of “Love is Blind” drama.Show Notes:
Rosie Perez episode with Erin
The Judds episode with Erin
Where to find our guest: Erin Dewey Lennox
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2024-03-191h 10Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBook Talk with Reagan JacksonChelsea and Reagan Jackson (“Still True: The Evolution of an Unexpected Journalist”) sit down for five questions Chelsea would love to be asked as an author, and five questions she’d hate to be asked. Reagan shares insights on the myth of objectivity, how trolls impact journalism, and why her dream party includes guests like James Baldwin sipping on cocktails that taste like the sunset.Where to find our Guest: Reagan Jackson
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2024-03-0824 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastAni DiFranco’s Memoir No Walls and the Recurring Dream (with Brittany Ashley)Chelsea and guest Brittany Ashley (Don’t Tell The Babysitter Mom’s Dead) break down Ani DiFranco’s "No Walls and the Recurring Dream.” Take a wild journey through goats, Boofas, and open relationships, as Chelsea and Brittany examine the complexities and convictions that drive the fiercely independent musician’s enduring legacy.Show Notes
Ani DiFranco's cover of "Wishing & Hoping" that opens "My Best Friend's Wedding"
Ani's open letter
Her almost plantation concert
Jewel episode
Anne Heche episode
Where to find our Guest: Brittany Ashley
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2024-03-011h 14Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastAriana Madix’s Single AF Cocktails (with Ronnie Karam)Chelsea and Ronnie Karam (host of "Watch What Crappens") dive into Ariana Madix's spirited book, "Single AF Cocktails: Drinks for Bad B*tches." Delight in drinks and drama as Chelsea and Ronnie pour over the "Vanderpump Rules" star's personal stories, new revelations, and disturbingly long garnishes to toast to her heartbreak hustle. Show Notes:
GTT: Scandoval episode
Every Celebrity Who's Been in Chicago on Broadway
Cocktails from Ariana’s Book (with pictures)
Ariana and Tom’s Home Tour
Where to find our Guest: Ronnie Karam
Twitt...
2024-02-0959 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastKimberly Guilfoyle’s memoir Making the Case (with Becca Platsky)Chelsea and Becca Platsky (host of the Corporate Gossip podcast) work their way through Kimberly Guilfoyle’s memoir "Making the Case,” a 2015 memoir that provides a glimpse into the life of the former prosecutor turned Fox News host turned Trump campaign figure. Join in as Chelsea and Becca try to make the case for what caused Kimberly to go from a salami-loving left-leaning life with Democratic politician Gavin Newsom to a hard right turn to the Republican party, complete with an engagement to Donald Trump Jr.Show Notes:
Sophia Amoruso's #GIRLBOSS ep.
Ivanka Trum...
2024-02-021h 02Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBarbra Streisand’s memoir My Name Is Barbra (with Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz)Chelsea and Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz (One Day at a Time, Gordita Chronicles, Chelsea’s Bridesmaid) settle in with Barbra Streisand’s massive celebrity memoir My Name Is Barbra. It’s a book filled with steamy affairs, Big Bubbe Energy, cloned dogs, and 3.5 inch scoops of coffee ice cream. The details inside will leave you inspired – and maybe a little tired.Show Notes:
Video of Babs acting & directing at the same time
Babs episode of "You Must Remember This" Podcast
Barbra's sister Roslyn Kind's IG
Jon Peters leaves Pamela Anderson 10 million
Barry's sad book
2024-01-261h 31Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBook Talk with Vivian TuChelsea and Vivian Tu (Your Rich BFF, Rich AF) sit down for five questions Chelsea would love to be asked as an author, and five questions she’d hate to be asked. From beef with Dave Ramsey, to Rich Dad and Poor Dad, to keeping your mental health while making a living online, Vivian is here to school us in a money mindset!Where to find our Guest: Vivian Tu
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2024-01-1632 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastThe 2023 Celebrity Memoir Awards!Welcome to the 2023 Glamorous Trash Celebrity Memoir Awards! Chelsea Devantez and Casey Balsham take you through a thrilling year in celebrity memoirs, from the best of the best to the worst and the weirdest. They give out awards as voted on by you, the cookies, while Chelsea was in a hot tub, as is tradition.Featuring awards like:Biggest Cash GrabLeast Annoying Grandparent StoryThe John Mayer Award for Worst Man of the YearThe Todd Gold award for the Memoir that Needed a Better...
2023-12-291h 12Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastBehind the Scenes of Chelsea’s MemoirCookie spokesperson Chris DeRosa (Fixing Famous People) takes over the podcast to chat with Chelsea about her upcoming memoir I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This: (But I'm Going to Anyway). Come for the celeb gossip and career tips, and stay for the life-affirming magic of owning your story.
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2023-11-1454 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastJoyce Maynard & J.D. Salinger (with Patty Lin)Chelsea and Patty Lin (Breaking Bad, Friends) break down the cautionary tale that is Joyce Maynard’s 1998 memoir At Home in the World. From her shocking and abusive relationship with a much-older J.D. Salinger, to the backlash she faced when she finally told her story, to a truly strange story of adopting two daughters and then dissolving the adoption, this is a meta-look at the effects of telling your story. Plus, Patty Lin talks about her own memoir, End Credits: How I Broke Up With Hollywood.Show Notes:Prozac Nation by Elizabeth Wu...
2023-10-1747 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastMelissa Etheridge’s Memoir Talking To My Angels (with Pantsuit Politics)Chelsea and Beth Silvers & Sarah Stewart Holland (Pantsuit Politics) get overly self-assured with Melissa Etheridge’s new celebrity memoir, Talking To My Angels. From the minimal info on her rise to fame, to her two messy divorces, to being in a hot tub with Hollywood’s power lesbians, this book probably shouldn’t have been written. Where to find our Guests:
Beth Silvers & Sarah Stewart Holland
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2023-09-081h 10Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastNonfiction recommendations & the new Bachelorette (with Traci Thomas)Chelsea and Traci Thomas (The Stacks) discuss three nonfiction books that Traci recommended and Chelsea read, and then get deep into their differing opinions on the upcoming season of the Bachelorette. From books discussing the murders that exposed the cruelty of the foster care system, to essay collections on justice, to whether there’s hope for this season of the Bachelorette, this episode contains multitudes! We're calling these shorter episodes: Glamorous Trash Talk - it’s where Chelsea takes a tangent on a topic that is both high and low, meaningful and fun, glamorous and trash...
2023-06-2039 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastThe Ultimatum Queer Love (with Kenzie Elizabeth)Chelsea and bestie Kenzie Elizabeth to discuss their favorite reality show of the year: The Ultimatum: Queer Love. They yell about the engagement purses, which couple actually had a happy ending, and how the fashion on the show reveals the deeper politics of queer identity in reality shows.We're calling these shorter episodes: Glamorous Trash Talk, it’s where Chelsea takes a tangent on a topic that is both high and low, meaningful and fun, glamorous and trashy. There are so many things in this world that are Glamorous Trash:Going to the library to rea...
2023-06-1355 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastScandoval & Radical Honesty (with Jo Feldman)Scandoval summer has come to a close! Chelsea brings on her friend Jo Feldman to discuss the highlights of season 10 of Vanderpump Rules and recap the saga of Sandoval, Schwartz, and Raquel — the throuple Raquel got, but not the one she was hoping for. They discuss the concept of radical honesty, how to come clean when you’ve hurt people, and how bringing your 6 friends to a break up showdown is the ultimate fantasy. We're calling these shorter episodes: Glamorous Trash Talk. There are so many things in this world that are Glamorous Trash:Goi...
2023-06-0951 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastLove Is Blind & the Mean GirlSeason 4 of Love Is Blind just ended, and Chelsea’s got some yelling to do about Mean Girls and bullying! In this episode she catches everyone up on the most important moments of this delightfully trashy show, and what they reveal about our culture and discourse. We're calling these short episodes: Glamorous Trash Talk. There are so many things in this world that are Glamorous Trash:Going to the library to read People MagazineSneaking a flask into the OscarsPublishing a podcast about celebrity memoirs that ALSO breaks dow...
2023-04-1539 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastThe Bachelor Finale & American PoliticsChelsea believes The Bachelor franchise is a cultural clock on America telling us what time it is - and damn, it's always behind! In this episode she dishes her hot bachelor takes and what she thinks this season with boring-ass Zach can tell us about American politics. We're calling this short episode: Glamorous Trash Talk. There are so many things in this world that are Glamorous Trash:Going to the library to read People MagazineSneaking a flask into the OscarsPublishing a podcast about celebrity memoirs that ALSO bre...
2023-03-2828 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastMatthew Perry’s Memoir Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing (with Ashley Nicole Black & Jenni Konner)Chelsea brings back two CBC all-stars for a mens-moir too juicy to ignore! From an early tennis career to whiskey dick to fame and addiction and an exploding colon, Chelsea, Ashley, and Jenni try to get to the bottom of the burning question: WHERE WAS THE BOOK EDITOR?? Get your tickets to the Glamorous Trash Show & Party (in-person in LA & streaming) HERE - 12/1/22 For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantez To join the community and get access to bonus episodes, click here to becom...
2022-11-181h 41Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastThe Planning a Wedding Episode! (w/ Caroline Crawford, Producer Kate, and cookie questions)It's a wedding planning episode! First, Chelsea and wedding influencer Caroline Crawford Patterson get matrimonial as they dive into Vera Wang’s wedding guide and talk about their own experiences planning their Very Special Bridal Pageants. Then, Chelsea brings newly-married Producer Kate on the podcast to go over cookie wedding questions from Instagram! If you’ve been following the dress drama and the centerpiece saga on IG, this episode is for you! For more wedding stuff, book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantez To join the community and get access...
2022-10-281h 12Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastJenny Jones’ Memoir My Story (with Yassir Lester)It’s Wedding Month, cookies! Chelsea's guest this episode is her future husband Yassir Lester and they go on a 90s adventure, recapping talk-show star Jenny Jones’ 1997 memoir My Story. Chelsea and Yassir tell the long ass story of how they met and became a couple and then dive into the book, breaking down the wild and wonderful life Jenny lived before getting her talk show, plus all the drama of what became "The Jenny Jones Murder." For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantez To join the communit...
2022-10-211h 36Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastCelebrity Abortion Stories (with Alison Leiby)In a Very Special Episode, Chelsea and Alison Leiby (Oh God, a Show About Abortion) recap EVERY ABORTION STORY ever featured on Celebrity Book Club, plus a bunch of never heard before tales. With the repeal of Roe v Wade, shame around abortion is being weaponized once again, and the best way we can combat that is to talk about abortion openly. Tune in to hear stories from Gabrielle Union, Uma Thurman, Whoopie Goldberg, Chelsea Handler, Sally Field, Stevie Nicks, Viola Davis, and many more. For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @ch...
2022-08-161h 27Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastMelissa Gilbert & Rob Lowe’s Memoirs (with Paul Scheer)We’ve got another twofer for you! Paul Scheer (How Did This Get Made, Unspooled) read Rob Lowe’s memoir Stories I Only Tell My Friends, and Chelsea read Melissa Gilbert’s Prairie Tale (AND Rob Lowe’s book) and guess what - this couple of 6 years has two very different recollections of their past! Chelsea and Paul sift through the Brat Pack years, Hollywood cameos, and the art of not talking about a sex tape. For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantez To join the community and get acce...
2022-06-2056 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastCookie Call-In Episode + Me-moirWelcome to the 2nd annual Ask Chelsea Anything episode! This year, we set up a voicemail for Cookie Patrons, and asked for hot takes, questions, and gentle tea. Boy did you deliver! Plus, Chelsea shares another “me-moir” (a lighter one this time). Thank you all for another year of Celebrity Book Club! CBC is LIVE 6/12 at Dynasty Typewriter in LA, and livestreamed! TICKETS For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantez To join the community and get access to bonus episodes, click here to become a me...
2022-06-0200 minGlamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastJane Fonda's My Life So Far (with TMomZ)This week, Chelsea has a very special guest on the podcast: her mom, affectionately known as TMomZ! Listen as they explore the life and loves of Jane Fonda through the memoir that ignited Chelsea's passion for the genre.For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantezTo join the community and get access to bonus episodes, click here to become a member of the Celebrity Book Club Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-05-141h 32Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastAsk Chelsea Anything (featuring your listener questions!)In this episode, we hear from you, the Cookies (celebrity + bookies), as Chelsea answers your most burning questions. Plus, a special Me-moir segment from the Head Cookie herself.For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantezTo join the community and get access to bonus episodes, click here to become a member of the Celebrity Book Club Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-05-071h 28Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastGabrielle Union's We're Going to Need More Wine (with Rashawn Scott)Chelsea and Rashawn Scott (Second City, Empire, Southside) dive into one of Chelsea's all-time favorite memoirs, Gabrielle Union's We're Going to Need More Wine. Come for behind-the-scenes stories from your favorite teen movies and stay for all the heartache and humor in between.For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantezTo join the community and get access to bonus episodes, click here to become a member of the Celebrity Book Club Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-02-191h 29Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastDemi Moore's Inside Out (with Sierra Teller Ornelas)Chelsea and Sierra Teller Ornelas (Brooklyn 99, Happy Endings, Superstore) discuss Demi Moore's incredible survival story Inside Out. Hear why this book is Chelsea's favorite memoir!For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantezTo join the community and get access to bonus episodes, click here to become a member of the Celebrity Book Club Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-11-061h 19Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir PodcastJessica Simpson's Open Book (with Ashley Nicole Black)Join Chelsea Devantez as she recaps one of the most surprising celebrity memoirs of all-time, Jessica Simpson's Open Book, with real-life BFF Ashley Nicole Black (HBO's Black Lady Sketch Show).For more book recaps & gentle tea, follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseadevantezTo join the community and get access to bonus episodes, click here to become a member of the Celebrity Book Club Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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