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Hot Takes & Deep DivesCulture Debate: 2024 Theater, Film, Concert Revue (w/ Mark Snyder)Jess is joined by “All I Want to Do Is Talk About Madonna” co-host Mark Snyder for a 2024 revue of our fave theater, films, concerts and cabaret. Topics: Broadway vs. Off / fringe, film adaptations of Wicked vs. Chicago, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Sunset Blvd, Joni Mitchell, Justin Vivian Bond, Jill Sobule, London / West End, Natalie Joy Johnson, Gavin Creel, Fire Island, Tracy Bonham, Jonathan Larson RENT doc “No Day But Today” & more! Plus — most enticing happenings in 2025. IG: @jessxnyc | @marksnyder2024 Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island2024-12-1246 minHot Takes & Deep DivesDanny Pellegrino on Wicked Press Tour, Fixing RHONY, Hallmark Christmas & more!Jess is joined by author & screenwriter DANNY PELLEGRINO! Topics: Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo musical theater-ing the WICKED press tour, how to fix RHONY, “two different gay men” calling BETHENNY re: RHONY, what should ROSIE O’DONNELL do next?, deep cut MARIAH & NSYNC Christmas songs, Danny documenting his journey eating re-called Tastykakes, Jeff Lewis is a Housewife, Dorinda & Margaret Joseph’s canceling their tour, QUEER AS FOLK, Danny writing & starring in his Hallmark Christmas movie & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @dannypellegrino Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island 2024-11-2554 minHot Takes & Deep DivesJamie Babbit on Directing But I'm A Cheerleader, Natasha Lyonne, Clea DuVall, The L Word Jess is joined by prolific TV & film director JAMIE BABBIT! Jamie is best known for writing/directing the cult classic BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER w/ Natasha Lyonne & Clea DuVall. Over the past two decades she has directed HBO's GIRLS, THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL, GILMORE GIRLS, THE L WORD, A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING and more. Topics: shooting around different actors' nudity clauses, how to fix bad acting & bad dialogue in post-production and more! IG: @jessxnyc Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island Read More 2024-11-041h 02Hot Takes & Deep DivesShowgirls, Midnight Movies & Camp Classics (w/ Peaches Christ)Jess is joined by legendary drag performer PEACHES CHRIST to analyze the legacy of the cult classic SHOWGIRLS and to answer the questions of why and how did this “masterpiece of sh*t” get made. Topics: Peaches Christ's Showgirls drag theatrical extravaganzas in San Francisco, Elizabeth Berkley’s personal Showgirls journey, DEATH BECOMES HER, HOCUS POCUS, Hollywood Forever cemetary screenings, YOU DON'T NOMI doc & more! IG @jessxnyc | @thepeacheschrist Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island2024-10-1542 minHot Takes & Deep DivesCountess Luann de Lesseps & Assistant Roger DawleyJess is joined by COUNTESS LUANN and her right-hand man, Roger Dawley! Topics: Spending 2 nights on Fire Island over Labor Day Weekend, her summer run-in with Bethenny, tales from Luann’s time as a geriatric nurse, loving cigarettes, brief thoughts on RHONY reboot, latest with Sonja Morgan, prepping to film the Housewives Bachelor show and her plan for cabaret world domination. IG: @jessxnyc | @countessluann | @rogerdawley Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island Tix avail: countessluann.com 2024-09-0945 minHot Takes & Deep DivesJudy Gold Returns! Gay Divorce, Writing Rosie's Talk Show, Janeane Garofalo & moreJess is joined by comedian JUDY GOLD! Topics: gay divorce, loving Ozempic, meeting her partner via a Time Out New York dating ad, buying her Provincetown house in 1994, not living with a partner, separate bedrooms, writing/producing The Rosie O’Donnell Show, filming her 1995 HBO standup special with Janeane Garofalo, creating a new TV series w/ Sandra Bernhard, bonding over being very tall | petite women & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @jewdygold Check out Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island2024-09-0358 minHot Takes & Deep DivesNYC Restaurant Culture Deep Dive (w/ Jake Cornell)Jess is joined by comedian JAKE CORNELL for a deep dive into NYC restaurant culture. Topics: asking waiters what to order, restaurant temperature and sound/music levels, tips for people on dates, best celebrity tipper, oddest celebrity group sighting, best / worst bathrooms and more. Plus, Jake’s summer of Provincetown 4x, Edinburgh Fringe Fest tales + Jake’s AND JUST LIKE THAT debut opposite Che Diaz. IG: @jessxnyc | @jakewcornell Check out Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island2024-08-2657 minHot Takes & Deep DivesProvincetown Fringe, Cape Cod Serial Killer & Hooking (w/ Ryan Landry)Jess is joined by the king of Provincetown fringe performance — playwright and drag theater impresario, RYAN LANDRY! Topics: bringing JENNIFER COOLIDGE and PARKER POSEY to P-Town, setting fire to The Pyramid Club, working as a hooker, appearing in the Roy Cohn documentary, his cemetery plot with MARGARET CHO, the Cape Cod Serial Killer, hosting the long-running weekly Provincetown show, SHOWGIRLS… and more! IG: @jessxnyc | @captryanlandry Check out Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island2024-08-1950 minHot Takes & Deep DivesInside Rosie O’Donnell’s Oprah OWN Show, Election as Reality TV (w/ Page Hurwitz)Jess is joined by TV producer and director PAGE HURWITZ (Netflix’s Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution). Topics: exec. producing ROSIE O'DONNELL's Oprah OWN talk show, producing TABATHA TAKES OVER, Trump’s mythical character on THE APPRENTICE & the parallels of the 2016 election to Paddy Chayefsky’s film NETWORK. Plus: discovering Fortune Feimster and Michelle Buteau on Last Comic Standing, NYC vs. San Fran ‘90s comedy scenes, Page’s next documentary about a lesbian cruise with Kate McKinnon, Meredith Baxter and more! Don't miss the last 10 unhinged easter egg minutes. IG: @jessxnyc Check out Jess' docu...2024-07-2254 minHot Takes & Deep DivesJohn Arthur Hill on Addiction, Teeth, PTown vs. Fire Island & Countess Luann’s RenaissanceJess is joined by SiriusXM RadioAndy co-host, singer & comedian JOHN ARTHUR HILL. Topics: John’s dental and sobriety journeys, the rehab to SoulCycle pipeline, secret Bravo smokers, Barry’s Bootcamp, the Underwear Party on Fire Island, preferring Provincetown, nearly getting fired as Andy Cohen’s co-host, why Countess Luann is huge at festivals, making $ in touring, John’s fave lesbian music, our Sarah McLachlan live reviews & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @johnarthurhill Check out Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island2024-07-081h 03Hot Takes & Deep DivesReview of Liza Minnelli, Ani DiFranco, Linda Perry & Indigo Girls Docs (w/ Mark Snyder)Jess is joined by writer and “All I Want To Do Is Talk About Madonna” co-host Mark Snyder to review the TriBeCa Film Festival premieres of brand new documentaries centered around LIZA MINNELLI, ANI DIFRANCO, LINDA PERRY and a bonus review of the recent INDIGO GIRLS doc. Topics — the live performances from Linda Perry & Ani DiFranco following their films, Sarah McLachlan, Aimee Mann, Melissa Etheridge, Ani’s song “Napoleon,” Righteous Babe, Gina Gershon, “Prey for Rock & Roll,” & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @markbsnyder2024 | @alliwant2doistalkaboutmadonna Check out Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Isla...2024-06-241h 23Hot Takes & Deep DivesMichael Musto on Village Voice, Gossip, Psychology of Blind ItemsJess is joined by legendary Village Voice gossip columnist Michael Musto! Musto discusses the origin of outing, psychology of blind items, how an unknown Madonna prevented him from sound-checking with his band in 1982, Gaga's Oscar campaigns and the trouble he got into after Andy Warhol's funeral. He also dishes on Malcolm Forbes, camp John Waters, Rosie O'Donnell, Fran Lebowitz, getting banned from Twitter and the annoying parts of being a conduit to people becoming fabulous. IG: @jessxnyc Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines2024-06-1744 minHot Takes & Deep DivesLindsay Hubbard on Sex, Love & Carl Radke Origin StoryJess is joined by the one true queen of Summer House — LINDSAY HUBBARD! Topics: a listening tour of the Hamptons, the business of being a PR guru, having sex on camera and the origins of “Hubbhouse." Plus — Lindsay’s Sun / Moon / Rising signs, a quick astrological reading from Andy Bellatti (@astrologywithandy), an off-camera crazy dating story, fans ‘shipping’ Lindsay & CARL RADKE and the "psychic” who started the Luke/Linds rumor. original air date: aug 2021 IG: @jessxnyc | @lindshubbs Check out Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: F...2024-06-0350 minHot Takes & Deep DivesThe Felicity, Dawson’s Creek & 90210 Music Restoration ProjectJess is joined by the creator of @felicityrestorationproject to chat about one of the greatest issues of our time - the replacement of music on our beloved nineties TV shows - FELICITY, DAWSON’S CREEK & 90210. We discuss legalities of the music licensing issue, painstakingly digitizing scenes with correct music from VHS tapes and Paula Cole striking a new deal for “I Don’t Wanna Wait.” Plus: the lore of Felicity writer Riley Weston, legacy of the Keri Russell / Felicity haircut, Sarah McLachlan, Peter Gabriel, Roxy, Mazzy Star, Aimee Mann & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @felicityrestorationproject | @dawsonscreekrestored | @bh90210restored2024-05-2847 minHot Takes & Deep DivesIT Girls of NYC ‘90s Lesbian Chic (w/ Elizabeth Ziff & Maggie Moore)Jess is joined by exes & best friends ELIZABETH ZIFF (The L Word writer; BETTY rocker) and MAGGIE MOORE (chanteuse; real estate broker) to reflect on ‘90s queer girl culture in NYC. Topics: their meet-cute love story, creating the Industria Super Studios girl parties, Café Tabac, Meow Mix, Alan Cumming. Plus — Laurel Holloman / Nicole Ari Parker film ‘Incredibly True Adventures of 2 Girls in Love,’ Maggie on HGTV’s Selling New York, why all roads lead to BETTY and THE L WORD & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @bettyrules — Tour dates: hellobetty.com — Jess' docu-series on th...2024-05-2058 minHot Takes & Deep DivesCatherine Cohen on Seek Treatment, Edinburgh Fringe & moreJess is joined by singer, comedian and “Seek Treatment” co-host — CATHERINE COHEN! Topics: audio only vs. video podcasts, boutique fitness, her West Village apartment, self-financing Netflix specials, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Taylor Swift vs. Sarah McLachlan | Ani Difranco | Fiona Apple, Baby Reindeer, Cafe Cluny, Kate Mara, open relationships, J.Lo at The Duplex & more! IG @jessxnyc | @catccohen Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines2024-04-2946 minHot Takes & Deep DivesTabatha Coffey — Tabatha Takes Over, Shear Genius, RedditJess is joined by TABATHA COFFEY, Australian hairstylist, salon owner and star of TABATHA TAKES OVER & SHEAR GENIUS. Topics: Losing Shear Genius yet scoring her own spin-off, living in New Jersey, Reddit threads, wanting a reboot, Jackie Warner & her reputation of being a “b*tch.” Plus — Tabatha’s upbringing in Australia where she was thrown into the gay & trans scene via nightclubs owned by her parents & more! IG @jessxnyc Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines2024-04-2244 minHot Takes & Deep DivesT. KYLE — Behind the Scenes of WWHL, Wendy Williams, Jimmy FallonJess is joined by digital producer, remixer and co-host of Legends Only | It’s Britney, Bitch! — T. KYLE! Topics include T. Kyle’s work on DRAG RACE, his career at WWHL and the difficult environment at THE TONIGHT SHOW. Plus, his Countess Luann “Keep on Serving C*nt” remix, being hand-picked to produce the scrapped WENDY WILLIAMS podcast, Crazy Horse Paris, Fire Island tales, VMAs making artists miserable and more! IG @jessxnyc | @t.kyle Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines2024-04-081h 17Hot Takes & Deep DivesQueer as Folk w/ Peter Paige (Emmett) & Scott Lowell (Ted)!Jess welcomes TWO of the stars of the groundbreaking Showtime series QUEER AS FOLK -- PETER PAIGE (Emmett Honeycutt) & SCOTT LOWELL (Ted Schmidt)! Topics include: the infamous Larry King interview, how QAF changed the way sex & sexuality was depicted on cable, why THE L WORD was able to break into the mainstream zeitgeist in a way QAF was unable to, the BRIAN KINNEY / GALE HAROLD enigma, BILLY PORTER up for the role of Emmett, Peter Paige nearly cast as Jack on WILL & GRACE and more! IG: @jessxnyc Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND abo...2024-04-011h 04Hot Takes & Deep DivesKim Stolz — America’s Next Top Model, NYC Gay Bar Owner & MTV VJJess catches up with the first openly gay contestant on AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL, fellow New Yorker KIM STOLZ. Kim Stolz was one of the most recognizable faces in the NYC gay scene in the mid-‘00s after starring in Cycle 5 of the Tyra Banks series. Kim then became an MTV News host alongside JOHN NORRIS & KURT LODER where she interviewed an unknown TAYLOR SWIFT. Kim Stolz later opened the lesbian bar "The Dalloway" w/ reality star Amanda Leigh Dunn (THE REAL L WORD, HIGH SOCIETY) and shares some Vanderpump Rules-esque stories about running The Dalloway. IG @jessxnyc | @ki...2024-03-2145 minHot Takes & Deep DivesMadonna Truth or Dare w/ Reality Producers Chris DeRosa & Dominick PupaJess is joined by reality TV producers and co-hosts of “Fixing Famous People” — Chris DeRosa and Dominick Pupa! Together, we analyze the seminal documentary MADONNA: TRUTH OR DARE through the lens of our three generations and reality TV production. Topics: The follow-up film feat. the Blond Ambition dancers STRIKE A POSE, 1998 VH1 special MADONNA RISING, BRITNEY “Me Against the Music” and the return of the Like a Virgin red bed. Plus, Chris & Dominick take on Madonna as a Fixing Famous People client and more! IG: @jessxnyc | @thechrisderosa | @dominickpupa Check out Jess' docu-pod se...2024-03-041h 19Hot Takes & Deep DivesRyan Raftery IS Anna Wintour, Martha Stewart, Andy Cohen, Kris Jenner & moreJess is joined by the “Shakespeare of pop culture satire” per the New York Times - RYAN RAFTERY! We discuss his upcoming run at Joe’s Pub in which he does his one-man twisted musical embodiments of MARTHA STEWART, ANNA WINTOUR & KRIS JENNER. We discuss the psychological through-line between all three women (relevancy) as well as his darker material focused on men - ANDY COHEN, CALVIN KLEIN and ANDY WARHOL. Plus, musings on SANDRA BERNHARD, FEUD: TRUMAN CAPOTE / THE SWANS and more! IG: @jessxnyc | @ryanraftery Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISL...2024-02-2649 minHot Takes & Deep DivesDrag Race’s Peppermint — Traitors Reunion, NYC 90s NightlifeJess is joined by DRAG RACE & TRAITORS star PEPPERMINT! Peppermint discusses fond memories of THE REAL WORLD (which don’t include Vegas or Trishelle), the production behind The Traitors and what she’s planning for The Reunion. Plus, Alan Cumming’s comment that “gays” are loving Phaedra while “queer” ppl are loving Parvati. Peppermint also discusses working the NYC clubs before launching onto Drag Race, Janet Jackson deep cuts & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @peppermint247 Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines2024-02-191h 01Hot Takes & Deep DivesBianca Del Rio on Fire Island, Madonna, Joan Rivers & moreJess is joined by drag legend BIANCA DEL RIO! Bianca discuss her early days of drag in New Orleans, New York City, Provincetown and on Fire Island prior to winning season 6 of DRAG RACE. Topics include: Going on tour with Madonna, joining The Traitors, Joan Rivers, Kathy Griffin, Chita Rivera, a “Golden Drag Race” feat. Lady Bunny & Varla Jean Merman and more! IG: @jessxnyc | @thebiancadelrio Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines2024-02-1248 minHot Takes & Deep DivesInside the Cult of Group Fitness — SoulCycle, PelotonJess is a joined by a career fitness professional to go inside the culture of their former cycling employer, while Jess shares her personal experience with SoulCycle. We go deep on: lack of certifications required to teach spin, the “training programs” at different studios, instructors abusing drugs, sexual accusations from riders and the “God Complex” cult of personality these studios cultivate. Plus, stories from Equinox/Soul corporate, the Peloton fall-out and more. IG: @jessxnyc Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines. 2023-11-2753 minHot Takes & Deep DivesMelissa Etheridge on Sex, Love & Behind the MusicJess is joined by bonafide rock icon MELISSA ETHERIDGE! Melissa discusses all the dyke drama in her early Hollywood friendships with ROSIE O'DONNELL, ELLEN, KD LANG and BRAD PITT and nearly being outed when her first record was released. We also go behind the music for “Bring Me Some Water,” “Brave and Crazy," "Similar Features" and more! 34:00 -- Jess is joined by Tony Trius, co-host of MLVC (the Madonna podcast) to go deeper on the female singer-songwriters who defined the ‘90s Lilith Fair era. We discuss Sarah McLachlan, Ani Difranco, Fiona Apple, Tegan & Sara, Tracy Chapman, A...2023-10-021h 06
Finding Fire Island9. BONUSThe Bonus episode! We discuss the “Black Out” weekend, more Provincetown vs. Fire Island, behind the scenes of the Fire Island movie and more anecdotes from our cast of characters. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: Margaret Cho, Joel Kim Booster, Matt Rogers, Michael Musto, DJ Lina Bradford, Paul Rudnick, Ben Rimalower, Brian Moylan, Tomik Dash, Victor Jeffreys, Christopher Rawlins and Daniel NardicioMore: findingfireisland.com_____Executive producer & Host: Jess RothschildEditing & Sound design: Caitlin Whyte...2023-08-2428 minFinding Fire Island8. WINTER“Another Winter in a Summer Town” - Grey GardensWe hear stories of fires and hurricanes on Fire Island which often threaten to destroy it. Plus — Halloween, Christmas and New Year’s and how to survive winter on the island with several year-rounders.Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!______This episode features: Bob “Rose” Levine, Paul Rudnick, Ben Rimalower, Parker Sargent, Boudoir LeFleur, Mike Fisher, Julia Sanderson, Phil Chan, Karin Adir, Randy Lauwasser and DJ Lina BradfordMore: findingfireisland.com______Executive producer & Host: Jess R...2023-08-1739 minFinding Fire Island7. MEN DIE & WOMEN BUYWe trace the rise of the HIV/AIDS crisis alongside women having more earning power and buying homes in Cherry Grove. Plus, we explore the emotion around The Meatrack and Fire Island’s response to the crisis with The Morning Party. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: Margaret Cho, Paul Rudnick, Bob “Rose” Levine, “Panzi,” Parker Sargent, Ben Rimalower, Pixie Aventura, Diane Romano, Randy Lauwasser, Christopher Rawlins and Bobby Bonnano More: findingfireisland.com_____Executive producer & Host: Jess RothschildEditing & Sound design...2023-08-1042 minFinding Fire Island6. LEGENDS & LOREWe illuminate tales of Liza Minnelli, Carol Channing, Andy Warhol, Jerry Herman, Calvin Klein, Robert Mapplethorpe, Truman Capote, Andy Cohen, Sarah Jessica Parker and Madonna on Fire Island. Plus, the filming of “A Normal Heart” and cultural treasure troves discovered in Pines homes. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!More: findingfireisland.com______This episode features: Matt Rogers, Bob “Rose” Levine, Paul Rudnick, “Panzi,” Daniel Nardicio, John Dempsey, Parker Sargent, Bobby Bonnano, Karin Adir, Christopher Rawlins and Ben Rimalower______Executive producer & Host: Jess RothschildEditing & S...2023-08-0343 minFinding Fire Island5. THE INVASIONWe experience the very first Invasion of the Pines in 1976 as told by its leader, “Panzi,” and how the annual July 4th event evolved over the years. We go deeper on the history and evolution of Drag in Cherry Grove and New York City via Lady Bunny’s Wigstock and Drag Race. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!______This episode features: Lady Bunny, “Panzi,” Bob “Rose” Levine, Ben Rimalower, Boudoir LeFleur, Pixie Aventura, Diane Romano, Julia Sanderson and Paul RudnickMore: findingfireisland.com______Executive producer & Host...2023-07-2746 minFinding Fire Island4. TEAWe focus on the legendary parties Fire Island is known for, beginning with the history of The Tea Dance and DJ Lina Bradford’s 10-year reign in The Pines. We detail The Morning Party, The Underwear Party and The Pines Party. Plus, the thriving sober communities which balance it out. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: DJ Lina Bradford, Joel Kim Booster, Margaret Cho, Matt Rogers, Paul Rudnick, Daniel Nardicio, Ben Rimalower, Pixie Aventura, Jeanette Cincotta, Katherine Grainger, Julia Sanderson and Brian Moylan_____Exe...2023-07-2050 minFinding Fire Island3. THE PINESWe trace The Pines’ closeted past to its present day sex and party-forward atmosphere. We explore the architecture of Pines homes via Horace Gifford and the impact of Pines owner John Whyte who brought celebrity. Plus, The Pavilion, the Pines Pantry + history of Tea at The Blue Whale. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: Joel Kim Booster, Margaret Cho, Matt Rogers, Paul Rudnick, Brian Moylan, Ben Rimalower, Parker Sargent, Bobby Bonnano, John Dempsey, Karin Adir, Tomik Dash, Victor Jeffreys and Christopher Rawlins_____Executive pro...2023-07-1350 minFinding Fire IslandCHERRY GROVEWe explore how Cherry Grove became the birthplace of Drag and Disco, contrast the quaint cottages to the Pines’ mansions, landmark venues of The Ice Palace and The Monster and the queer female population.Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: Margaret Cho, Bob “Rose” Levine, “Panzi,” Parker Sargent, Daniel Nardicio, Boudoir LeFleur, Diane Romano, Christopher Rawlins, Mike Fisher, Bobby Bonnano, Jeanette Cincotta, Katherine Grainger, Brian Moylan and Ben Rimalower More: findingfireisland.com_____Executive producer & Host: Jess RothschildEditing & Sound design: Cai...2023-07-0647 minFinding Fire Island1. GAY SUMMER CAMPWe are introduced to the two oldest LGBT communities in the US -- Cherry Grove and The Fire Island Pines. Our cast of characters describe their Fire Island origin stories and we quickly see how what plays out here is like "gay adult sleep-away camp." We also observe how racial and socio-economic pressures are felt on the island.Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!_____This episode features: Joel Kim Booster, Margaret Cho, Matt Rogers, Brian Moylan, Bob “Rose” Levine, “Panzi,”Ben Rimalower, Parker Sargent, Daniel Nardicio, Boudoir LeFleur, Zach Stafford, Jeanette C...2023-07-0651 min
Hot Takes & Deep DivesAriana Madix on Tom Sandoval Romance, Kristen Doute + Astrology of Tom & ArianaJess chats with VANDERPUMP RULES' ARIANA MADIX about her pre-SUR life in NYC, her friendship > relationship with TOM SANDOVAL and becoming friends with KRISTEN DOUTE behind the scenes. Ariana also reacts to JAX TAYLOR’s “glorified roommates” claim, her sexuality and buying their home. Original air date: Apr 2020 [ 36:00 ] At 36 minutes in, Jess is joined by Andy Bellatti (@astrologywithandy), astrologer to the Housewives, pop queens and Vanderpump kids for a deep dive on the astrology of the Tom & Ariana relationship. Original air date: May 2020 IG: @jessxnyc | @astrologywithandy2023-03-1353 minHot Takes & Deep DivesQueer Eye’s Jai Rodriguez on RENT, Bros, Fire Island & moreJess welcomes actor/singer JAI RODRIGUEZ — known as the OG Culture Guy on QUEER EYE. Jess fell in love with Jai as a teen, starring on Broadway as the beloved HIV+ drag queen Angel in RENT. We discuss his reign in NYC nightlife as a cabaret performer and his eventual big break on Queer Eye. We chat about his recent roles in BROS and Netflix's UNCOUPLED, and the irony of Jai relating more to Joel Kim Booster's FIRE ISLAND than the film he appeared in (BROS). * Catch Jai's cabaret show LIVE at Oscar's Palm Springs on March 4th - o...2023-02-2751 minHot Takes & Deep DivesBethenny Ever After (w/ Ryan Bailey) + Interview w/ Bethenny's Therapist Dr. Amador on Jason Hoppy & moreWow Bethenny, Wow. Jess is joined by Ryan Bailey, (So Bad It’s Good), for an epic deep dive on Bethenny Ever After (avail on Peacock). We review episodes including Bethenny’s 40th Birthday Breakdown, Lost at Sea with Dr. Amador and the series finale. Plus, observations of her #2 Julie, food blogger Nick & try to psychoanalyze what exactly was going on with Jason Hoppy behind the scenes. [39:00] THEN, Jess welcomes Dr. Amador, Bethenny Frankel’s therapist on her spinoffs + RHONY season 7. We go deep on the infamous “Lost at Sea” episode in which Dr. Amador took Bethenny & Jason on a sailing tr...2022-11-211h 10Hot Takes & Deep DivesFortune Feimster on Chelsea Lately, Jennifer Aniston, The L Word + Jenna Lyons RHONYJess is joined by stand-up comedian Fortune Feimster! We chat about her time on CHELSEA LATELY, spending Thanksgiving with Jennifer Aniston at Chelsea Handler's house, auditioning for SNL 2x, Jeff Lewis pressuring Fortune to sell her house and meeting her wife at Chicago Pride. Plus, Tina Fey producing a show about her life, the nonsensical innerworkings of showbiz and naturally, THE L WORD. At the top of the episode, Jess addresses the manifestation of Jenna Lyons’ RHONY casting. IG: @jessxnyc | @fortunefeimster2022-10-2453 minHot Takes & Deep DivesBilly Eichner's 'Bros' & 'Fire Island' Discourse Power Hour (w/ Carolyn Bergier)Jess is joined by writer/comedian Carolyn Bergier for an honest review and conversation around both Billy Eichner's "Bros" and Joel Kim Booster's "Fire Island." We review the movies, dissect the Twitter discourse, analyze the marketing and theorize why "Bros" failed at the box office. Jess attended an event with Billy Eichner and Harvey Fierstein the night before recording (Billy's first interview since his ~bad week~ on Twitter) and recaps that evening. We also discuss the true target audience for "Bros," Carolyn's MoviePass trauma, the difference between gay men & women in supporting queer content and more! IG @jessxnyc | @dykingout | @tgicarolyn2022-10-1046 minHot Takes & Deep DivesQueer as Folk (Peacock vs. OG) vs. L Word Gen Q (w/ Damian Bellino & Anne Rodeman)Jess is joined by your fave Queer as Folk & L Word Historians, Damian Bellino & Anne Rodeman (You Might Know Her From), for a truly unhinged episode centered on the new Queer as Folk (Peacock). We review the QAF reimagining and discuss Kim Cattrall living out Miranda's storyline on And Just Like That, singing "Maybe This Time" from Cabaret and QAF filming at The Real World New Orleans' Belfort Mansion. Plus, Damian's take on Brian Kinney as a toxic villain, Melanie & Lindsay, The L Word Gen Q's acting, Jess's obsession with Jesse James Keitel (Ruthie) & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @damianbellino | @rodemanne2022-08-0858 minHot Takes & Deep DivesDorinda’s Housewives Girls Trip RHUGT Review (w/ Jamie Stein)Jess is joined by empath & intuitive Jamie Stein for a review of Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip season 2. We go inside Dorinda Medley's house of horrors to explore the pathology behind Vicki Gunvalson, Tamra Judge, Brandi Glanville, Taylor Armstrong, Phaedra Parks, Eva Marcelle, Jill Zarin and of course the mistress of torture, Dorinda. Plus, Tamra's return to RHOC, Marco the Butler is an actor, why Dorinda & Jill dislike each other, Brandi charming us, Vicki motivating Jess to watch OC and RHUGT3 in Thailand. IG: @jessxnyc | @jamiestein2022-07-251h 00Hot Takes & Deep DivesMatt Rogers on Fire Island, Las Culturistas & HousewivesJess is joined by Fire Island scene stealer and leading man of Las Culturistas, Long Island's own Matt Rogers! Jess and Matt discuss growing up on LI, the death-trap amusement park Action Park and Cherry Grove vs The Pines. Matt gives behind the scenes tea on Fire Island, ie: improv’d scenes, filming on/off island and alternate titles for the film. Plus, Joel Kim Booster advising Las Culturistas to lay off the Housewives talk, Matt auditioning for (and nearly getting) SNL, attending a Countess Luann show with Molly Shannon and Jess delivers her very own "I Don't Think So, Hon...2022-06-131h 02Hot Takes & Deep DivesMatt Rogers on Fire Island, Las Culturistas & HousewivesJess is joined by Fire Island scene stealer and leading man of Las Culturistas, Long Island's own Matt Rogers! Jess and Matt discuss growing up on LI, the death-trap amusement park Action Park and Cherry Grove vs The Pines. Matt gives behind the scenes tea on Fire Island, ie: improv’d scenes, filming on/off island and alternate titles for the film. Plus, Joel Kim Booster advising Las Culturistas to lay off the Housewives talk, Matt auditioning for (and nearly getting) SNL, attending a Countess Luann show with Molly Shannon and Jess delivers her very own "I Don't Think So, Hon...2022-06-131h 02Hot Takes & Deep DivesReal World New Orleans Roundtable (w/ Ryan Bailey & Jamie Stein)Jess is joined by Ryan Bailey (So Bad It’s Good) and Jamie Stein (empath/intuitive AND former Assoc. Editor on four seasons of The Real World), for the final act of our NoLa Homecoming trilogy! Jess, Ryan & Jamie come together to analyze the production & editing and discuss picks for next Homecoming city. We then go deep on Julie’s pathology, Julie+Jamie, Julie’s husband (!) and Matt’s suppressed anger. Finally, we touch on the cast’s clear distrust of production and Melissa and Danny’s exemplary work as self-actualized individuals with clear boundaries. Listen: Inside Real World's Edit Bay w/ Assoc...2022-06-061h 10Hot Takes & Deep DivesInside NYC’s Cult Fitness Scene - SoulCycle, Barry’s Bootcamp (w/ Tom Hamlett)Jess is joined by Tom Hamlett (host of Dumpster Dive pod AND career cycling instructor) to go inside the cult of the NYC boutique fitness scene. Tom takes us inside the culture of his former cycling studio employer, while Jess shares her personal experience fully in the cult of SoulCycle. We go deep on: lack of fitness certifications required to teach spin, the “training programs” at different studios, instructors abusing drugs and sexual accusations from riders and the “God Complex” cult of personality. Plus, stories from Equinox/Soul corporate re: the Stephen Ross bombshell, the Peloton fall-out + a LOT more! IG: @jes...2022-05-1658 minHot Takes & Deep DivesBethenny Talk Show Deep Dive (w/ Zack Peter)Jess is joined by Zack Peter for a deep dive into the waters of Bethenny’s one season talk show. We review her episodes with Kim Richards, Ramona stealing the dress, Luann, Tracy Anderson, Andy Cohen as well as bizarre yet fascinating segments with audience members. We also discuss B's manic podcast, the time Jess called into Bethenny's SiriusXM show, Jason & Bryn Hoppy and do a tight 5 on good eyebrows. Zack also recaps his “Spilling Tea Live” shows in LA and Nashville feat. Tom Sandoval, Tom Schwartz, Scheana, Brock and Emily D. Baker. IG: @jessxnyc, @justplainzack, @nofilterwithzack * spillingtealive.com * * dipseastories.com/de...2022-04-1854 minHot Takes & Deep DivesAnd Just Like That - Sex and the City Review (w/ Damian Bellino & Anne Rodeman)Jess is joined by L Word historians and co-hosts of “You Might Know Her From,” Damian Bellino and Anne Rodeman to finally let loose on And Just Like That and BOY do we have feelings. We discuss Jess’ run-in with SATC exec producer/writer Michael Patrick King the very morning of this recording, the Kim Cattrall / SJP fall-out, Willie Garson’s death, our hatred of Che, Susan Sharon based on Dorinda Medley, comparisons to The L Word Gen Q, and ultimately, whether And Just Like will be considered canon, or not. IG: @jessxnyc, @damianbellino, @rodemanne * audible.com/holidayromance *2021-12-271h 02Hot Takes & Deep DivesFire Island — Cherry Grove & The Pines (w/ Ben Rimalower)Jess is joined by Ben Rimalower (aka Countess Luann’s cabaret director) for the Fire Island deep dive of our dreams. Ben and Jess share an intense affinity for the history and culture of the gay safe haven hamlets of Cherry Grove and The Pines. We go deep on our first experiences of FI, history of The Invasion and the Meat Rack, discuss share house culture, being sober in the wonderland of sex & drugs, Provincetown vs. FI, Ben’s experience at the infamous Pines Party this weekend, the underwear party, Andy Cohen on the beach and a lot more! IG: @jess...2021-08-091h 15Hot Takes & Deep DivesErika Jayne’s Performance + RHONY Intervention (w/ Jacques Peterson & Zack Peter)Jess is joined by two of the most unfiltered and knowledgable Bravo pundits in the game, returning friends Zack Peter (No Filter) & Jacques Peterson (Unpopular). Together, we analyze Erika Jayne’s ~performance~ on RHOBH, Zack’s latest discoveries in the Girardi scandal and our take on Housewivesian lawyer Ronald Richards. We then move on to RHONY — primarily the Eboni elephant In the room — plus, Jess working out with Ramona over the weekend, predictions for the future and how we would cast the show ourselves. [ 3:00 - Erika Jayne Review ] [ 12:15 - Girardi Case, Ronald Richards ] [ 35:00 - RHONY's Eboni Issue ] IG: @jessxnyc, @justplainzack, unpopular...2021-07-261h 07Hot Takes & Deep DivesSandra Bernhard Showbiz Glamour Hour (w/ Tony Trius)Jess is joined by Madonna MLVC pod co-host Tony Trius in his third appearance, this time for our official Sandra Bernhard Showbiz Glamour Power Hour. We share our Sandy origin stories, New York City run-ins, nights at Joe’s Pub, discuss Without You I’m Nothing, appearances on Howard Stern, Letterman and Roseanne + relive the late-80s clique of Madonna, Sandy, Debi Mazar and Jennifer Grey. Plus, Jess reads important excerpts from her interview with Sandy and tells the story of befriending a Madonna fan she met in an AOL chat room who would later become Sandra’s manager. * talkspace.com code...2021-07-121h 02Hot Takes & Deep DivesPage Hurwitz — Writer/Producer for Tiffany Haddish, Wanda Sykes, Rosie O'Donnell's OWN Show & moreJess is joined by television writer, producer and director Page Hurwitz, exec. producer of Emmy-nominated Netflix comedy specials starring Tiffany Haddish, Fortune Feimster and Michelle Buteau. Hurwitz discusses discovering and casting those women (plus Amy Schumer) on Last Comic Standing. Hurwitz also chats about her experience as the EP and showrunner for Rosie O’Donnell’s Oprah OWN talk show and shares her thoughts on why the show ultimately did not live up to expectations. Finally, we go deep on reality television production (she EP’d Tabatha Takes Over) and the role it played in the 2016 election. PS: Don't miss the las...2021-06-071h 00Hot Takes & Deep DivesSaving Sex and the City (w/ Lara Marie Schoenhals) + Gay Generation Gap (w/ Semajh Bludson)Jess is joined by Sexy Unique Podcast’s Lara Marie Schoenhals (@larzmarie) to unpack our feelings re: the forthcoming Sex and the City revival titled “And Just Like That.” Lara Marie Schoenhals also hosts the podcast “Saving SATC 3,” in which she improvs a final installment of the franchise in each episode. Together, Jess and Lara share their SATC origin stories, process Kim Cattrall, brainstorm storylines for the new show and a lot more! Jess is later joined by friend of the show, Semajh Bludson (@semajwithanh). Jess (born 1982) and Semajh (born 1995) were raised by different pop cultural touchstones due to their generation...2021-05-171h 05Hot Takes & Deep DivesSaving Sex and the City (w/ Lara Marie Schoenhals) + Gay Generation Gap (w/ Semajh Bludson)Jess is joined by Sexy Unique Podcast’s Lara Marie Schoenhals (@larzmarie) to unpack our feelings re: the forthcoming Sex and the City revival titled “And Just Like That.” Lara Marie Schoenhals also hosts the podcast “Saving SATC 3,” in which she improvs a final installment of the franchise in each episode. Together, Jess and Lara share their SATC origin stories, process Kim Cattrall, compare to RHONY & brainstorm storylines for the new show and more! Jess is later joined by friend of the show, Semajh Bludson (@semajwithanh). Jess (born 1982) and Semajh (born 1995) were raised by different pop cultural touchstones due to thei...2021-05-171h 05Hot Takes & Deep DivesIsaac Mizrahi on NYC Real Estate, Madonna, Sandra Bernhard, Housewives Hot Takes & more!Jess is joined by fashion designer, performer and quintessential New Yorker — Isaac Mizrahi! Jess and Isaac break the sh*t down, including: Isaac’s wild nights with Madonna and Sandra Bernhard, his talk show which featured Rosie O’Donnell getting that infamous haircut, how fashion shows and red carpets have changed, how he secured his West Village combination apartment without going broke, ‘90s dial-a-date phone sex lines, Housewives fashion, Drag Race + a hot take on Bethenny’s evolving face. * analuisa.com/hottakesmd * code hottakesmd for 15% off Follow @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives & @imisaacmizrahi2021-05-031h 00Hot Takes & Deep DivesLindsay Hubbard on Sex, Love & Hannah Berner as Summer House’s VillainJess welcomes the one true queen of Summer House — Lindsay Hubbard! We go deep on everything, including Summer House’s entry into the canon via Vanderpump Rules, a listening tour of the Hamptons, Lindsay’s family history, and whether she identifies more as a PR publicist guru vs. reality star these days. We also discuss Lindsay’s Sun/Moon/Rising signs, an off-camera crazy dating story, fans (including Jess) ‘shipping’ Lindsay & Carl Radke, the “psychic” who started the Luke/Linds rumor, and ponder if Hannah Berner is the true villain of Summer House. * analuisa.com/hottakesmd * code hottakesmd for 15% off Follow @jessxnyc...2021-04-191h 00Hot Takes & Deep DivesRHOBH Trailer Reaction + Jen Shah Hot Take (w/ Zack Peter)Jess is joined by friend of the show and our hometown hero in Beverly Hills, host of #NoFilter, Zack Peter! Together, Zack and Jess react to the freshly dropped Real Housewives of Beverly Hills trailer and compare our expectations to the upcoming RHONY season. We also discuss how Zack became an actual plot point on the season premiere of Summer House and we rank which recent Housewives arrest/investigation has been most exciting: Luann, the Girardis or Jen Shah. Follow @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives, @justplainzack2021-04-1440 minHot Takes & Deep DivesNYC Prep - Deep Dive (w/ Ryan Bailey)Wow, NYC Prep, wow! We are joined by husband to the pod, Ryan Bailey, for Jess’ virgin viewing (and Ryan’s hundredth) of Bravo’s one-season wonder, NYC Prep. Together, we explore the psychological depths of our fave Manhattan wannabe socialites: PC, Sebastian, Jessie, Camille, Kelli & Taylor. We catch up with where are they now, why NYC Prep was canceled and declare this the very best of the one-season wonders! Jess and Ryan also give some hot takes on recent Bravo headlines, PLUS announce our next deep dive will be Britney & Kevin: Chaotic. * analuisa.com/hottakesmd * code hottakesmd for 15% off Follow...2021-04-121h 11Hot Takes & Deep DivesHousewives Empath Jamie Stein Deep Dives Summer HouseJess welcomes Housewives Empath Jamie Stein back to the pod, this time to dissect the unconscious fears and desires of the Summer House cast. Jamie goes deep on the personal journeys and interpersonal relationships of Carl Radke, Kyle Cooke, Lindsay Hubbard and Hannah Berner. We then transition to The Real World: New York and review the landmark reunion series. Jess previously interviewed Jamie about his career as an Associate Editor on four RW seasons, so we have a true RW aficionado on our hands. [ 7:00 - Carl & Lindsay ] [ 30:00 - Kyle, Hannah & Amanda ] [ 47:00 - Vanderpump Rules vs. Summer House ] [ 53:20 - The Real...2021-03-091h 15Hot Takes & Deep DivesPrincesses Long Island Deep Dive (w/ Emerson Collins of The People’s Couch)Jess is joined by friend of the pod and The People’s Couch fave Emerson Collins for an epic re-watch of Bravo's one-season wonder Princesses: Long Island. We discuss: cast favorites and most hated, show highlights, why the show was canceled and where they are now. Jess also sheds light on the truths displayed in the series, having grown up a fellow Long Island Jew. Follow @emersoncollins, @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives2021-01-1955 minHot Takes & Deep DivesBravo Retrospective Power Hour (w/ Ryan Bailey)Jess welcomes back the host of So Bad It’s Good - Ryan Bailey! Jess & Ryan hunker down for a good ole Bravo retrospective where we revisit the Bravo shows of yore. We trace the history of Bravo, from Andy Cohen joining the network as VP of Original Programming to the 2nd tier shows we loved (NYC Prep, Being Bobby Brown, Princesses Long Island, Blow Out, Work Out, Shear Genius, etc). Remember “Hey Paula?” with Paula Abdul? We do. Plus a few tangents on Drag Race + our shared love of Howard Stern & David Letterman. * wine.com/hottakes for $50 off your first o...2020-12-071h 38Hot Takes & Deep DivesBelow Deck Med Colin Macy O’Toole’s Hot Takes on This SeasonJess catches up with our favorite yachtie — Below Deck Med's Colin Macy O’Toole — to get his hot takes on this hot mess of a season. We mention it all, including Captain Sandy’s “cameo” where she speculates that Malia is gay, deckhand Rob Westergaard making his way through the Bravo world trying to date Jess, Madison (Below Deck Sailing Yacht) and lying about “talking to” Hannah Berner (Summer House). We also discuss Captain Lee’s contraction of Captain Sandy’s statement that according to Maritime Law there cannot be any drugs on board + the Hannah/Malia drama. Follow @jessxnyc & @hottakesdeepdives2020-10-1945 minHot Takes & Deep DivesMariah Carey Book Review + Top 10 Songs (w/ Andy Bellatti)Jess is back with Andy Bellatti, the #1 Lamb in this fam! Jess and Andy hunkered down over the last week and consumed both the audiobook and written word in order to properly review The Meaning of Mariah Carey. We also spent weeks pouring over our Top 10 Mariah song lists which we reveal after the book review. We are prepared with trivia, deep cuts and moments! Finally, Andy shares his story of writing a four page fan letter to Mimi and attempting to give it to her on the set of Glitter. [ Intro/Andy's Glitter story: 1:00 ] [ Book review: 14:00 ] [ Top 10 songs: 35:00 ] Follow @as...2020-10-131h 12Hot Takes & Deep DivesGay Pop Culture Deep Dive w/ Danny Pellegrino (The View, Rosie, My So-Called Life & more)Jess has an epic kiki with Mr. Everything Iconic himself, Danny Pellegrino!! Together, Danny & Jess hunker down and go deep about the formative gay culture that shaped our youth as baby gays. We go deep on The View, The Rosie O’Donnell Show, Kathy Griffin, Survivor, The Real World, Showgirls, Queer as Folk, Will & Grace, The Ashlee Simpson Show & more! Follow @jessxnyc & @hottakesdeepdives2020-09-171h 18Hot Takes & Deep DivesTop 10 RHOP (Potomac) Episodes feat. Mixing with ManiJess hangs with "Mixing with Mani" host (and DC/Potomac area native) Mani to present the Top 10 Episodes of Real Housewives of Potomac you must watch to get up to speed. We cover Monique & Candiace’s entrances, the Grande Dame’s finances press conference, Gizelle’s hazy past with her ex slash future pastor husband + the Michael Darby hot mic heard 'round the world. Jess & Mani then recap Bravo’s “Race in America” special airing this week starring Kandi, Porsha, Gizelle, Garcelle, Dr. Britten Cole, Leah & Braunwyn. Bonus eps on patreon.com/hottakesdeepdives! Follow @mixingwithmani, @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives2020-08-131h 14Hot Takes & Deep DivesQueer Eye’s Jai Rodriguez on Playing Angel in RENT, NYC Nightlife Culture & moreJess welcomes an actor/singer/performer she has admired and loved for nearly twenty years — Jai Rodriguez — well-known as the Culture Guru on the OG Queer Eye on Bravo. Jess fell in love with Jai years prior, when he was starring on Broadway as Angel in RENT and doing cabaret "after shows" singing early JT & Kelly Clarkson. We chat about his experience playing Angel, the HIV+ beloved drag queen before he was even out in his own life, making a name for himself in the NYC nightlife scene to his eventual big break on Queer Eye/Bravo. We also discuss his...2020-06-1647 minHot Takes & Deep DivesBravo NDAs, Housewives Retreats & Working w/ Jenny McCarthy (ft. Pink Shade’s Erin Martin)Jess hangs with Erin Martin (Pink Shade podcast & Jenny McCarthy Show) to chat about the further implications of the Vanderpump editor scandal as it will relate to podcasters and a lot more! Erin Martin is a regular on SiriusXM where she recaps Housewives with Jenny McCarthy every single week. We kiki about this season of the Kardashians, Bravo fining Dorinda for leaking that Page Six breakup article and get into the phenomenon of outrageously priced Housewives Retreats. Finally, Erin tries to sell Jess on 90 Day Fiancé. Follow @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives & @erinleahmartin2020-05-1845 min
Hot Takes & Deep DivesLas Culturistas Matt Rogers Goes Deep About SNL & Bowen Yang; Kiki Housewives & Pop QueensJess hangs with Matt Rogers of Las Culturistas to talk about Housewives, The View, Bethenny vs. Carole, and of course his podcast Las Culturistas w/ SNL star Bowen Yang. We go deep about his experience auditioning for (and nearly getting) Saturday Night Live, and what it was like to witness his best friend/comedy partner Bowen Yang actually get the gig. We also touch on Mariah Carey, Kelly Clarkson, Gaga, Britney, NSYNC, BSB & Beyonce. Matt also chats about his new Quibi show 'Gayme Show' co-starring Dave Mizzoni AKA Jess’ fave SoulCycle instructor’s long-time boyfriend! Follow @hottakesdeepdives, @mattrogerstho & @jessxnyc2020-05-011h 01
Out in the WildDeep Dives on Pump Rules, Summer House, RHONY & High Society (w/ Sexy Unique Podcast‘s Lara Marie Schoenhals)Jess chats with Sexy Unique Podcast's Lara Marie Schoenhals to figure out how to save Vanderpump Rules while also getting Summer House to the Next Level. Lara shares her specific LA experience watching fans infiltrate the Pump Rules cast & gives some insight into the cast’s “group think” mentality. Jess is fully in love with Leah Mob as we touch on the RHONY premiere en route to a deep cut deep dive of High Society, the CW reality show starring a very dark Tinsley Mortimer (+ Dale Mercer). We also dip into Lara’s other podcast, “Saving Sex and the City 3.” Follow @larz...2020-04-061h 03Out in the WildInterview w/ Perez Hilton on Gaga’s New Era, Britney, Madonna & Building his Gossip EmpireJess sits down with celebrity gossip columnist extraordinaire PEREZ HILTON for a wild ride of an interview. Perez is the original celebrity social media influencer dating back to his infamous blog which he founded in 2004 under the name “PageSixSixSix.com.” We talk about the lawsuit filed by the New York Post which forced him to rename his brand and site PerezHilton.com freeing him to become a household name able to move beyond his site into a full blown celebrity pundit/influencer. Jess also gets his hot takes/predictions for the new Lady Gaga era, as well as Britney, Madonna & Justi...2020-03-3136 minHot Takes & Deep DivesInterview w/ Perez Hilton on Gaga’s New Era, Britney, Madonna & Building his Gossip EmpireJess sits down with celebrity gossip columnist extraordinaire PEREZ HILTON for a wild ride of an interview. Perez is the original celebrity social media influencer dating back to his infamous blog which he founded in 2004 under the name “PageSixSixSix.com.” We talk about the lawsuit filed by the New York Post which forced him to rename his brand and site PerezHilton.com freeing him to become a household name able to move beyond his site into a full blown celebrity pundit/influencer. Jess also gets his hot takes/predictions for the new Lady Gaga era, as well as Britney, Madonna & Justi...2020-03-3133 min
Hot Takes & Deep DivesRHOBH Trailer Reaction (w/ Emerson Collins of The People’s Couch)Jess hunkers down in quarantine w/ Emerson Collins (The People’s Couch) to go deep on the big drop of the week - the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills trailer! We break down everything including: the Allison DuBois-wannabe astrologer, Garcelle & Sutton, a full cast scene inside the Girardi household, and Rinna & Denise's Daytime Emmy-worthy soap opera work. We also theorize on why the season was delayed and the idea of production possilby scrapping whatever was filmed in September to jump to the Brandi Glanville/Denise Richards juice earlier in the season. Jess also shares some interesting tidbits re: Adrienne Maloof & RH...2020-03-2044 minOut in the WildRHOBH Trailer Reaction (w/ Emerson Collins of The People’s Couch)Jess hunkers down in quarantine w/ Emerson Collins (The People’s Couch) to go deep on the big drop of the week - the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills trailer! We break down everything including: the Allison DuBois-wannabe astrologer, Garcelle & Sutton, a full cast scene inside the Girardi household, and Rinna & Denise's Daytime Emmy-worthy soap opera work. We also theorize on why the season was delayed and the idea of production possilby scrapping whatever was filmed in September to jump to the Brandi Glanville/Denise Richards juice earlier in the season. Jess also shares some interesting tidbits related to Adrienne Ma...2020-03-2044 minOut in the WildAstrology of RHONY + Jax/Brittany + Tom/Ariana (w/ Astrologer Andy Bellatti)Jess is joined by friend of the show Andy Bellatti - our very own Astrologer to the Housewives! Andy & Jess hunker down to understand & dissect the birth charts of some big RHONY players: Ramona, Bethenny and Dorinda. Andy explains how our planet placement significantly impacts our personalities and why it is the “moon” sign that matters, not your “sun” sign. We then dig into the relationship charts of Jax/Brittany + Tom/Ariana to foresee what obstacles may play out in their relationships moving forward. He also uses astrology to help explain why Jax & Tom’s longtime friendship took so long to fall ap...2020-03-181h 01Hot Takes & Deep DivesAstrology of RHONY + Jax/Brittany + Tom/Ariana (w/ Astrologer Andy Bellatti)Jess is joined by friend of the show Andy Bellatti - our very own Astrologer to the Housewives! Andy & Jess hunker down to understand & dissect the birth charts of some big RHONY players: Ramona, Bethenny and Dorinda. Andy explains how our planet placement significantly impacts our personalities and why it is the “moon” sign that matters, not your “sun” sign. We then dig into the relationship charts of Jax/Brittany + Tom/Ariana to foresee what obstacles may play out in their relationships moving forward. He also uses astrology to help explain why Jax & Tom’s longtime friendship took so long to fall ap...2020-03-181h 01Hot Takes & Deep DivesWatch What Crappens' Ben Mandelker: Behind the Scenes of the #1 Bravo PodcastJess is joined by Watch What Crappens co-host Ben Mandelker and we go DEEP into the Bravo podcasting rabbit hole. We chat about the origins of Watch What Crappens, how Ben & Ronnie attended LeeAnne Locken’s wedding, their insane audition for The People’s Couch, stalking Alex McCord at The Ivy in LA, Ben’s former TV recap site, Jess’ former career as an SNL cast stalker, how interning for Conan O’Brien taught Ben comedy tools he uses today, his top franchises & ‘wives, why Summer House is a must watch & a LOT more! Follow @hottakesdeepdives, @jessxnyc, @benmandelker2020-03-111h 01Out in the WildInterview w/ Watch What Crappens' Ben Mandelker: Behind the Scenes of the #1 Bravo PodcastJess is joined by Watch What Crappens co-host Ben Mandelker and we go DEEP into the Bravo podcasting rabbit hole. We chat about the origins of Watch What Crappens, how Ben & Ronnie attended LeeAnne Locken’s wedding, their insane audition for The People’s Couch, stalking Alex McCord at The Ivy in LA, Ben’s former TV recap site, Jess’ former career as an SNL cast stalker, how interning for Conan O’Brien taught Ben comedy tools he uses today, his top franchises & ‘wives, why Summer House is a must watch & a LOT more! Follow @outinthewildpodcast, @jessxnyc, @benmandelker2020-03-111h 01Hot Takes & Deep DivesRHONY Trailer Reaction + Valentine’s w/ Margaret Josephs, Carole Radziwill & D'Andra Simmons (w/ Gibson Johns)Jess is joined by AOL Entertainment Editor & Host Gibson Johns for an emergency broadcast in which we batten the hatches and digest the season 12 RHONY trailer that dropped today. We explore the new worlds of Leah McSweeney & Elyse Slain and peek into what lies ahead for Luann, Dorinda, Tinsley, Ramona & Sonja. We also mourn the loss of Bethenny, once again. Jess also recaps an event she attended the night before -- a Valentine's party hosted by Dorinda that was attended by Margaret Josephs, Carole Radziwill & D'Andra Simmons. Follow Gibson Johns @gibsonoma, @jessxnyc & @hottakesdeepdives2020-02-1352 minOut in the WildRHONY Trailer Reaction + Valentine’s w/ Margaret Josephs, Carole Radziwill & D'Andra Simmons (w/ Gibson Johns)Jess sits down with AOL Entertainment Editor & Host Gibson Johns for an emergency broadcast in which we batten the hatches and digest the season 12 RHONY trailer that dropped today. We explore the new worlds of Leah McSweeney & Elyse Slain and peek into what lies ahead for Luann, Dorinda, Tinsley, Ramona & Sonja. We also mourn the loss of Bethenny, once again. Jess also recaps an event she attended the night before -- a Valentine's party hosted by Dorinda that was attended by all the NYC Housewives Gays plus Margaret Josephs, Carole Radziwill & D'Andra Simmons. Follow Gibson Johns @gibsonoma, @jessxnyc & @outinthewildpodcast2020-02-1352 minHot Takes & Deep DivesReview of Erika Jayne in Chicago, Bitch Sesh Live, Jessica Simpson's Memoir & moreJess is joined by friend of the show Sumi Vatsa (@team.mouse.nyc) and wife of the show HH (@hiladoesinsta) to kiki about the JLo/Shakira Halftime Show and decide how it stacks up against the recent Gaga & Beyonce shows. Jess & HH also review Erika Jayne's opening night on Broadway in Chicago, grading her in categories of acting, dancing and singing. We also discuss Taylor Swift's Netflix documentary and Bitch Sesh Live this past weekend with guests Andy Cohen & Jerry O'Connell. Finally, Jess is knee deep in Jessica Simpson's tell-all memoir which heavily details her romance with John Mayer and s...2020-02-0648 min
Out in the WildReview of Erika Jayne in Chicago, JLo's Halftime Show, Jessica Simpson's Memoir, Taylor Swift's Doc & moreJess is joined by friend of the show Sumi Vatsa (@team.mouse.nyc) and wife of the show HH (@hiladoesinsta) to kiki about the JLo/Shakira Halftime Show and decide how it stacks up against the recent Gaga & Beyonce shows. Jess & HH also review Erika Jayne's opening night on Broadway in Chicago, grading her in categories of acting, dancing and singing. We also discuss Taylor Swift's Netflix documentary and Bitch Sesh Live this past weekend with guests Andy Cohen & Jerry O'Connell. Finally, Jess is knee deep in Jessica Simpson's tell-all memoir which heavily details her romance with John Mayer and s...2020-02-0648 minHot Takes & Deep DivesMelissa & Joe Gorga at Envy, Teresa Giudice at Luann’s Xmas Show, RHOD Reunion & moreJess is joined by pop culture fiend & NYC real estate broker Sumi Vatsa (@team.mouse.nyc) to recap their Christmas/New Years in the city. Jess attends Mariah Carey’s Christmas concert as well as Sandra Bernhard’s annual show at Joe’s Pub. Jess also recaps an eventful evening in Montclair, New Jersey in which Melissa Gorga reveals some very interesting tea, immediately followed by Luann’s Christmas show in which none other than Teresa Giudice was in attendance. We also react to Tre & Caroline Manzo filming a Super Bowl commercial and discuss which NYC restaurants offer the best holiday...2020-01-0857 minOut in the WildMelissa & Joe Gorga at Envy, Teresa Giudice at Luann’s Xmas Show, RHOD Reunion & moreJess is joined by pop culture fiend & NYC real estate broker Sumi Vatsa (@team.mouse.nyc) to recap their Christmas/New Years in the city. Jess attends Mariah Carey’s Christmas concert as well as Sandra Bernhard’s annual show at Joe’s Pub. Jess also recaps an eventful evening in Montclair, New Jersey in which Melissa Gorga reveals some very interesting tea, immediately followed by Luann’s Christmas show in which none other than Teresa Giudice was in attendance. We also react to Tre & Caroline Manzo filming a Super Bowl commercial and discuss which NYC restaurants offer the best holiday a...2020-01-0857 minHot Takes & Deep DivesMelissa & Joe Gorga at Envy, Teresa Giudice at Luann’s Xmas Show, RHOD Reunion & moreJess is joined by pop culture fiend & NYC real estate broker Sumi Vatsa (@team.mouse.nyc) to recap their Christmas/New Years in the city. Jess attends Mariah Carey’s Christmas concert as well as Sandra Bernhard’s annual show at Joe’s Pub. Jess also recaps an eventful evening in Montclair, New Jersey in which Melissa Gorga reveals some very interesting tea, immediately followed by Luann’s Christmas show in which none other than Teresa Giudice was in attendance. We also react to Tre & Caroline Manzo filming a Super Bowl commercial and discuss which NYC restaurants offer the best holiday...2019-12-1057 minHot Takes & Deep DivesReview of Erika Jayne in Chicago, Bitch Sesh Live, Jessica Simpson's Memoir & moreJess is joined by friend of the show Sumi Vatsa (@team.mouse.nyc) and wife of the show HH (@hiladoesinsta) to kiki about the JLo/Shakira Halftime Show and decide how it stacks up against the recent Gaga & Beyonce shows. Jess & HH also review Erika Jayne's opening night on Broadway in Chicago, grading her in categories of acting, dancing and singing. We also discuss Taylor Swift's Netflix documentary and Bitch Sesh Live this past weekend with guests Andy Cohen & Jerry O'Connell. Finally, Jess is knee deep in Jessica Simpson's tell-all memoir which heavily details her romance with John Mayer and s...2019-11-1848 minOut in the WildA Jason Hoppy Sighting + Visit to the Jovani ShowroomJess reviews Ryan Murphy’s Netflix show The Politician and has thoughts on Ben Platt, Gwyneth Paltrow & Ryan Murphy’s writing partner, Brad Falchuk (aka Gwyneth’s husband). David has a run-in with Jason Hoppy (and Bryn) which leaves Jess shook. Later, David goes to the Jovani showroom w/ RHONJ’s Kim D and has dinner with the man himself, Abraham Jovani. Is the Jovani showroom a shrine to The Countess? Visit tryplexaderm.com for 50% off plus $10 off your order with code WILD Visit mylola.com and use code 'outinthewild' for 40% off your first order Follow @outinthewildpodcast, @jessxnyc, @davidyontef2019-10-2139 minOut in the WildBravoCon vs. DragConDavid attends RuPaul’s DragCon and teaches Jess all about the gay wonderland that exists within this convention. We quickly draw comparisons & contrasts as to what everyone can expect at BravoCon. Later, David has some fun interactions with Erika Jayne, Vicki Gunvalson & Tamra Judge at a fashion week party and Jess tells the story of asking Erika Jayne to perform at her wedding. Follow @outinthewildpodcast Visit tryfirstleaf.com/outinthewild for 6 bottles of wine for $29.95! Visit trustandwill.com/outinthewild or enter code ‘outinthewild’ for 10% off2019-10-0746 minOut in the WildHow We Met feat. Sandra Bernhard, Madonna & Debi Mazar; Plus Interview w/ Howard Stern fave Adam Barta!We have a supersized episode for you! First, Dave and Jess sit down to answer one of our frequently asked questions: How did you two crazy kids meet? We tell the story of how we randomly met at a live podcast taping between Sandra Bernhard & Judy Gold and share our first impressions of one another… did David really think Jess was a spy for a Bravo Facebook group? We then get into how Sandra Bernhard has influenced our parallel lives and how that ties into the Madonna & Debi Mazar of it all. Then, we sit down with musician Adam Barta [ 33:30 ] to...2019-09-111h 15Out in the WildFilming w/ Fredrik Eklund on Million Dollar Listing NY, FaceTiming Dorinda’s Fish Room & Working for Martha StewartAfter Jess’ friend catches David on a rerun of Million Dollar Listing NY, he shares the story of how he knows Fredrik Eklund and how he wound up in a scene on the show. David & Jess chat about the logistics and plausibility of Million Dollar Listing NY and how they re-create scenes for the show. We also learn more about David’s background as a recruiting company owner, lawyer and licensed real estate broker. Later, he runs into Martha Stewart on the streets and shares some anecdotes of what it was like to work for Martha Stewart Living as the Direc...2019-09-0937 minOut in the WildBethenny Is Gone, Casting in NY & BH + Interview w/ Drag Race's Honey DavenportDavid & Jess react to Bethenny breaking up with RHONY and try psychoanalyze how she could do this to us, question mark. Jess tries to remain calm and returns with a deep dive on the new chick currently filming RHONY, Leah McSweeney. We also react to the casting announcement of Garcelle Beauvais as the first black woman on RHOBH. Then, we sit down with Honey Davenport [21:00], a wonderful queen from this past season’s RuPaul’s Drag Race! We chat with Honey about her evolution from a dancer to finding her inner female performance identity as a drag queen, rising in the N...2019-09-041h 08Out in the WildTV Hot Takes: RHOC, Orange/New Black, Pose, Glow + Upcoming American Horror/Crime StoryJess is back in the city after having near/close encounters with Bill Clinton, Christie Brinkley & Billy Joel’s house in the Hamptons. Later, David & Jess finish a lot of current TV and are here with hot takes on the current season of RHOC, the new OC Housewife Braunwyn, the final season of Orange is the New Black, season 2 of Pose, the current season of Glow, plus David finally completes The Hills reboot and shares his review. David & Jess also go down a Ryan Murphy rabbit hole and give their thoughts on his cannon of work: American Horror Story, American Crim...2019-08-2839 minOut in the WildJoan Rivers, Kathy Griffin, Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, Margaret ChoDavid & Jess chat about their perceptions of and personal experiences with legendary female comedians. The conversation covers how Kathy Griffin’s live show has changed pre and post Trump, why Kathy hates Andy Cohen, My Life on the D-List scoop, David’s numerous experiences with Joan & Melissa Rivers and how he almost flew home from vacation when Joan died. David also tells a story of getting yelled at by Maya Rudolph while she was performing in her Prince cover band, Princess. Jess gets into why she doesn’t care for Ellen and tells tales from her SNL stalking past which includ...2019-08-0734 minOut in the WildSexual Fluidity at Barbara K’s Book Party w/ Countess LuannDavid & Jess attend RHONY Barbara K’s book release party for her novel “Heels of Steel” in NYC. At the party, Jess’ friend seduces Barbara K’s sister who is visiting from London and Jess corners the sister to finally set the record straight on Babs’ varying sexuality. David & Jess also get some serious quality time with Countess Luann at the party as well as at Barbara K’s book signing. This ep is sponsored by Care/Of. Visit takecareof.com and get 25% off your order with promo code WILD. Follow @outinthewildpodcast, @jessxnyc, @davidyontef2019-07-2234 minOut in the WildShannon Beador, M's Ray of Light, Bjork & Pose Season 2Jess' woman HH hangs with us in this meandering, slightly tipsy kiki of an episode. We chat about HH's recent run-in with Shannon Beador at the QVC hotel in PA. We also get into HH's previous career as a professional dancer in LA where she had experiences with Madonna and Prince and danced in Janet Jackson's video for "Go Deep." Later, Jess & David chat more about the new season of Pose on FX. Follow @outinthewildpodcast, @jessxnyc, @davidyontef2019-07-0827 minOut in the WildTour of Pride w/ AC2, Hedwig, Debbie Harry, Drag Race's Peppermint & moreJess & David's Pride week is littered with New York gay institutions including an event celebrating the songs & stories of Hedwig and the Angry Inch w/ John Cameron Mitchell & Neil Patrick Harris. At the show he runs into Amy Poehler & Michelle Williams. David goes to AC2 with Anderson & Andy and finally tells Andy that it was us who did the viral Kelly Bensimon interview. Jess shares her own AC2 experience where she ambushed Carole Radziwill. Finally, we see Drag Race's Peppermint perform live and it turns out Debbie Harry is there with a fellow Blondie member. David has an epic encounter w...2019-07-0140 minOut in the WildIn the Dressing Room w/ Ashlee Simpson & Evan Ross; Plus Jax Taylor Rages at a FanDavid ingratiates himself into Ashlee Simpson & Evan Ross's inner circle and manages to get into their dressing room after a recent concert at Bowery Ballroom in NYC. Jess goes deep on her love of Ashlee Simpson's solo albums and her MTV reality show back in the day. Later, Jess chats with Erin Martin of the Pink Shade podcast who went to TomTom w/ friends and got screamed at by Jax Taylor. [ Ashlee Simpson, Evan Ross: 2:00 ] [ Jax Taylor: 26:00 ] New episodes every Mon & Wed!2019-06-1941 minOut in the WildErika Jayne, Christina Aguilera & Lady Gaga in VegasJess has an epic weekend in Vegas for the opening of X-Tina’s new residency, “The Xperience.” After an early premonition that Erika Jayne would be invited to opening night, fate would have it that Erika, Mikey Minden & crew were sitting directly next to Jess. How is this possible? We don’t know. Jess then checks out Vanderpump Cocktail Garden for some drinks & intel from the SURvers before taking in Lady Gaga’s Jazz & Piano show (which is 5 stars, must see). While Jess was in Vegas, David went to see legend Annie Lennox in concert and we have a minor issue on o...2019-06-1249 minOut in the WildPrince's Paisley Park, Kate McKinnon, Shahs of SunsetDavid has to miss a meeting with Drew Barrymore because he has tickets to Prince's annual "Celebration" event at Paisley Park. He takes us inside Paisley Park -- the mysterious, magical place where Prince lived and recorded for over 20 years. Thankfully, the Drew Barrymore event is rescheduled because she broke her foot. Later in the episode, he attempts to talk about Reza & MJ from the Shahs of Sunset, but Jess accidentally drops a very personal BOMB about Kate McKinnon and blows his mind. [ Prince/Paisley Park: 4:00 ] [ Drew Barrymore foot story: 13:30 ] [ Reza & MJ from Shahs: 17:00 ] [ Jess' Kate McKinnon story: 22:05 ] New episodes e...2019-05-2935 minOut in the WildBlack Tie w/ Dorinda Medley & Ramona SingerJess & David react to Madonna's first single off Madame X and have thoughts. Jess also reviews Mariah Carey's recent concert at Radio City Music Hall and David shares his own unique experience at a Mariah show. David attends a black tie benefit as RHONJ's Jennifer Aydin's date and surprisingly comes face to face with none other than Dorinda Medley & Ramona Singer. During the event, he finds himself in Dorinda's inner circle with Dorinda & Jennifer swapping Housewife hot gossip. Later in the evening, he gets Ramona alone and finally has his moment with her. After hours, he races downtown (still in h...2019-05-0148 minOut in the WildMillionaire Matchmaker; Countess & FriendsDavid & Jess discuss David's Millionaire Matchmaker casting and filming experience and Jess' experience at the RHONY finale taping at Countess & Friends.Millionaire Matchmaker experience [5:20]RHONY finale / Countess & Friends taping [22:40]@davidyontef@jessxnyc2019-04-0937 min