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Hot Takes & Deep DivesWill & Grace Writer & Producer — Jon Kinnally on ACT UP, The Cut Gay Sex / Drugs Exposé & moreJess is joined by TV writer & producer (Will & Grace, Ugly Betty) — JON KINNALLY! Topics — living in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn in 1988, working in ACT UP, The Cut article "We've Reached Peak Gay Sluttiness," his writing partner Tracy Poust was one of the original NYC spinning instructors, Barbra Streisand DVD commentary on A Star Is Born & more! ⭐ IG: @jessxnyc ⭐ Jon Kinnally's memoir: I'm Prancing as Fast as I Can ⭐ Jess' SoulCycle docu series Cult of Body & Soul on all podcast platforms & YouTube
2025-09-1547 minHot Takes & Deep DivesJillian Michaels Through the Eyes of Jackie Warner (Bravo's Work Out)As "The Biggest Loser" Netflix documentary dominates the cultural conversation, Jess has compiled her many interviews with Jillian Michaels' ex-girlfriend of 7 years, Jackie Warner, known for Bravo's reality show Work Out. Topics -- Jackie's first date with Jillian in 1997, Jillian stealing $$ from her pre-fame bartending job, how she set Jillian up for a career in fitness and The Biggest Loser, why Jackie paid thousands of dollars to end their relationship, Bob Harper and a true window in the psychology of Jillian Michaels. Follow @jessxnyc on Instagram Jess' SoulCycle documentary Cult of Body & Soul on all podcast platforms
2025-08-2228 minHot Takes & Deep DivesBehind the Scenes of And Just Like That - Filming Insider Tells AllJess is joined by MLVC Madonna podcast co-host Stefan (@mlvcpodcast) to SPILL on his summer filming season 1 of AND JUST LIKE THAT as a background actor! Topics: Che Diaz in the wild, Cynthia Nixon's wig, erasure of Chris Noth/Big's flashback scenes, 14-hour days, being directed by Michael Patrick King, how much background actors are paid, production's deal w/ paparazzi & more. PLUS, how his And Just Like That experience compared to filming the upcoming season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel! ⭐ IG: @jessxnyc ⭐ Jess' docu-series on the rise & fall of SoulCycle — Cult of Body...
2025-07-2853 min
Cult of Body & Soul7. "Turn the Smile On"Bonus episode. We follow three instructors’ careers at SoulCycle — in San Francisco, Los Angeles and New York City. Christina Aguilera surprises riders at her own theme class. An instructor is recruited after a life of crime, addiction and losing 100 pounds at Soul. While some charismatic instructors are paid $1K+ per class, others max out at $150.
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Live event July 9 in NYC w/ Janet Fitzgerald & Halle Becker!
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2025-07-0148 minHot Takes & Deep DivesSex and the City Exec. Producer & Writer — Jenny BicksJess is joined by Emmy-winning exec. producer & writer on ALL SIX SEASONS of SEX AND THE CITY — JENNY BICKS! Topics: Samantha's cancer storyline based on her life, Steve is based on her husband, specific episodes written by Jenny — "Splat," "A Woman's Right to Shoes," "Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda" (Miranda discovers she is pregnant) + key episodes around the Big / Carrie / Aiden affair. Finally, parallels between SATC & RHONY and her work on DAWSON'S CREEK. Jess' SoulCycle documentary Cult of Body & Soul on all podcast platforms & YouTube IG: @jessxnyc
2025-06-301h 02Cult of Body & Soul6. "Boogeyman in the Corner"Episode 6: Real Housewives of New York City star Sonja Morgan is banned from the studio. Barry's Bootcamp CEO attempts to poach SoulCycle instructors and is banned. Hard-charging instructor training directors use rough, sexual language to intimidate new recruits. A firehose of Soul gossip!
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Live event July 9 in NYC w/ Janet Fitzgerald & Halle Becker!
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Executive Producer & Host: Jess Rothschild
Editing & Sound Design: Caitlin Whyte
Theme Song & Original Music Composer: Elizabeth Ziff
Additional music: Liah Alonso
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2025-06-2450 minCult of Body & Soul5. "S*x With An Ex"Episode 5: News leaks that Equinox Chairman Stephen Ross will hold a Trump fundraiser in the Hamptons. Instructors share their pay structures and how they were fired / why they quit. All of SoulCycle's goodwill and reputation for LGBT inclusivity is extinguished. Has anything come close to capturing the zeitgeist the way SoulCycle did?
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Live event July 9 in NYC w/ Janet Fitzgerald & Halle Becker!
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Editing & Sound Design: Caitlin Whyte
Theme Song & Original Music Composer: Elizabeth Ziff
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2025-06-1745 minHot Takes & Deep DivesLiz Glazer — Quitting Law to Become a Comedian & Marry a Gay RabbiJess is joined by standup comedian LIZ GLAZER, days after making her Tonight Show debut! Topics — Liz quitting her law career to pursue comedy, her failed SoulCycle instructor audition, being married to a (lesbian) rabbi, the ghost of Joan Rivers uniting her with Judy Gold, transcendental meditation, 12 step programs & more! Cult of Body & Soul on all podcast platforms & YouTube Watch Liz' special on YouTube IG: @jessxnyc | @lizglazer
2025-06-1653 min
A Little Bit CultyRide or Die: Jess Rothschild Spills on SoulCycle's Inner CircleThis episode is sponsored in part by BetterHelp. This week, we’re clipping in with Jess Rothschild to talk about SoulCycle: the high-octane, candlelit cardio craze that once had New Yorkers dropping $20k to ride front row. With $100M+ in revenue, instructors trained like pop stars, and a tightly curated sense of belonging (read: exclusivity), SoulCycle pedaled its way into cultural obsession—and, depending on who you ask, cult status. Jess, a former SoulCycle regular and host of the GLAAD-nominated Finding Fire Island and new docu-podcast Cult of Body & Soul, joins us to unpack the seductive psychology of t...
2025-06-161h 07
On Topic, Off ScriptJess Rothschild gives her hot takes on SoulCycle with her new podcast 'Cult of Body & Soul'On Topic, Off Script host, journalist Brian Mastroianni sits down with Jess Rothschild to discuss her new docu-podcast series Cult of Body & Soul.Jess Rothschild produces and hosts pop culture podcast Hot Takes and Deep Dives. Since 2019, she’s interviewed the likes of Rosie O’Donnell, John Cameron Mitchell, Sandra Bernhard, and many more as she delves into all things queer pop iconography and New York City culture. Now, she’s discussing Cult of Body & Soul, her new seven-part docu-podcast series that explores the cultural phenomenon of SoulCycle -- something that became much more than an indo...
2025-06-1323 minCult of Body & Soul4. "You Create Monsters"Episode 4: Instructors make headlines for s*x & cheating scandals with married riders. SoulCycle co-founders Julie Rice & Elizabeth Cutler resign, walking away with $90 Million each after selling the company to Equinox. The 2016 Presidential election and its aftermath causes a great divide at SoulCycle.
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Live event July 9 in NYC w/ Janet Fitzgerald & Halle Becker!
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Executive Producer & Host: Jess Rothschild
Editing & Sound Design: Caitlin Whyte
Theme Song & Original Music Composer: Elizabeth Ziff
Additional music: Liah Alonso, Left on Red
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2025-06-1051 minCult of Body & Soul3. "Noon on Monday"Episode 3: The gate-kept details of SoulCycle’s instructor training program are revealed for the first time. Servers crash every Monday at Noon during sign-ups. Hurricane Sandy causes chaos when people cannot access classes. Cults of personality form between riders and instructors.
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Live event July 9 in NYC w/ Janet Fitzgerald & Halle Becker!
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Executive Producer & Host: Jess Rothschild
Editing & Sound Design: Caitlin Whyte
Theme Song & Original Music Composer: Elizabeth Ziff
Additional music: Liah Alonso, Left on Red
"Two Cherries" performed b...
2025-06-0354 minHot Takes & Deep DivesAnd Just Like That (w/ Every Outfit's Chelsea Fairless & Lauren Garroni)Jess is joined by the queens of "Every Outfit on Sex and the City" (@everyoutfitonSATC)— Chelsea Fairless and Lauren Garroni. We discuss which show has more severely tarnished its legacy: SATC via AJLT OR The L Word via Gen Q. Plus -- The Writer's Room podcast, Sara Ramirez's response to the hilarious/scathing The Cut profile, the SJP-ification of Carrie, Candace Bushnell's original column & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @everyoutfitonsatc
2025-06-0241 minCult of Body & Soul2. "A Star Is Born"Episode 2: SoulCycle takes off in New York City and The Hamptons, with celebrities like Kelly Ripa & Katie Couric becoming superfans. Co-founder Julie Rice's muse Janet Fitzgerald moves to Manhattan to work with budding talent. A beloved 22 year-old party-girl instructor Clare Veronica Walsh tragically dies on Christmas Day. A "wreck the studio" party signifies the end of the 72nd Street era as SoulCycle grows.
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Live event July 9 in NYC w/ Janet Fitzgerald & Halle Becker!
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2025-05-2749 minCult of Body & Soul1. "Made in LA"Episode 1: Julie Rice, Elizabeth Cutler, and Ruth Zukerman co-found SoulCycle, but Zukerman was later iced out as an owner because she did not have proper legal protection in place. We trace SoulCycle's origin story back to the '90s Los Angeles spin craze before it revolutionized boutique fitness in New York City 2006.
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Executive Producer & Host: Jess Rothschild
Editing & Sound Design: Caitlin Whyte
Theme Song & Original Music Composer: Elizabeth Ziff
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2025-05-2745 minHot Takes & Deep DivesCult of Body & Soul - My new docuseries drops May 27!A quickie 1:1 to talk about CULT OF BODY & SOUL - my brand new docu-series which premieres Tuesday May 27 on all podcast platforms & YouTube. The 7-episode series explores how SOULCYCLE transcended fitness as it captured the New York City zeitgeist with ritual, candlelight and cult of personality. Cast info & production notes: cultbodysoul.com 🙏🏼 Woud love you forever if you rate, review, subscribe on Apple Podcasts & Spotify 🎥 Watch trailer on YouTube Instagram @jessxnyc
2025-05-2308 min
Cult of Body & SoulTRAILER - Cult of Body & Soul“Cult of Body & Soul” is a docu-podcast series created & executive produed by Jess Rothschild which brings to life how the boutique indoor cycling (spinning) phenomenon SOULCYCLE captured the New York City fitness zeitgeist.
We will take you behind the curtain of the cult of personality that forms between instructor and rider, the elusive instructor training program, the untold story of how Julie Rice and Elizabeth Cutler founded the company and the political scandal that extinguished the public's good-will for the brand.
Featuring interviews with instructors, studio managers, front desk staff and corporate HQ employees.
2025-05-1602 minHot Takes & Deep DivesJulie Klausner on Madonna "I'm Breathless," Difficult People, Death Becomes Her & moreJess is joined by DIFFICULT PEOPLE creator/star & BILLY ON THE STREET producer JULIE KLAUSNER! Topics: Madonna x Sondheim "I'm Breathless" collab, Death Becomes Her vs. She-Devil, John Waters Quote Tournament, the Liza documentary, writing for Joan Rivers, preceding Brian Moylan as Vulture Housewives recapper, first WNBA game, the return of her podcast HOW WAS YOUR WEEK & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @julieklausner Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island
2025-02-2454 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 Pines
2024-04-081h 17Hot Takes & Deep DivesReview of Madonna Celebration Tour - Brooklyn (w/ Ben Rimalower)Jess is joined by Ben Rimalower to review Madonna's Celebration Tour in Brooklyn, NY. We discuss our thrills, Madonna's "strategy" behind late start times, the set list and provide constructive critique. Later, Ben recalls how Madonna's health scare this summer catapulted him into a revisit of Madonna's entire catalogue and concert history, culminating in his attendance mere hours ago. IG: @jessxnyc | @benrimalower Listen to Ben's podcast Giants in the Sky with the stars & creatives behind Into the Woods Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about th...
2023-12-1550 minHot Takes & Deep DivesJulie Goldman & Brandy Howard on Jeff Lewis, Kyle Richards Gay BaitingJess is joined by JULIE GOLDMAN & BRANDY HOWARD (Dumb Gay Podcast, The People's Couch)! We discuss: Brandy & Julie's origin story, Jeff Lewis stealing guests from Heather McDonald, Howard Stern, Kate McKinnon, butch lesbian erasure, Logo's Big Gay Sketch Show, Bethenny and Nene, Kyle Richards gay baiting, the impact of Shane from The L Word on Brandy & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @mrjuliegoldman | @thebrandyhoward Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines.
2023-11-201h 18Hot 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, Tr...
2023-10-021h 06Hot Takes & Deep DivesIra Madison III on Ranking Madonna Albums, Fire Island & Keep ItJess is joined by IRA MADISON III to discuss staying "too long" on Fire Island, his definitive ranking of MADONNA albums, interviewing PATTI LUPONE and BETHENNY on his podcast "Keep It," NENE LEAKES inspiring the title of his upcoming memoir, appearing on YOU and WENDY WILLIAMS, his recent 3x BEYONCÉ Renaissance Tour stint and helping SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR with the wifi when he was a barista. IG: @jessxnyc | @irathethird Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines.
2023-09-1845 min
The B ListHeat Wave with Jess RothschildJess Rothschild, creator of the new podcast series 'Finding Fire Island' visits and we talk the history she covers of what's known affectionately as "Gay Summer Camp", Countess Luann sightings, my brush with near death in the woods this past week, all of Jess' RHONY takes, and more. A must listen.
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2023-09-1356 minHot Takes & Deep DivesAnd Just Like That Postmortem w/ Every Outfit on SATC (Chelsea Fairless & Lauren Garroni)Jess is joined by the queens of "Every Outfit on Sex and the City" (@everyoutfitonSATC)— Chelsea Fairless and Lauren Garroni. We discuss which show has more severely tarnished its legacy: SATC with AJLT vs. The L Word with Gen Q, The Writer's Room podcast scabbing during the WGA strike, Sara Ramirez's response to the hilarious/scathing The Cut profile, the SJP-ification of Carrie, Candace Bushnell's original column & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @everyoutfitonsatc Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove & The Pines.
2023-09-1154 min
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 min
HomophiliaOn Fire with Jess RothschildHot Takes & Deep Dives co-host Jess Rothschild joins Dave and Matt (most recently seen on Watch What Happens Live) to talk about her fascinating new podcast Finding Fire Island. Also: new Real Housewives, Madonna in this and all moments, Real World Homecoming, And Just Like That, and the importance of the Meat Rack.
2023-08-1157 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 min
Hot Takes & Deep DivesBethenny & Jill Zarin’s Reunion Producer, Chris DeRosa (RHONY & RHONJ)Jess is joined by Chris DeRosa, veteran reality TV producer with credits including five (5) seasons of RHONY, last season’s (and newly in production) RHONJ, The Big Shot with Bethenny, various food competition series (ie: Chopped), Summer House, plus Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga: Cheek to Cheek. He is also the producer behind Bethenny and Jill Zarin’s reunion and Bethenny’s YouTube series. We mention it all, including production companies vs. The Network (Bravo), Tom Sandoval filming w/ Vanderpump Rules and a lot more! IG: @jessxnyc | @thechrisderosa Check out Chris' podcast Fixing Famous People!
2023-08-0856 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 min
That's A Gay Ass Podcast"Dyke Drama" w/ Jess RothschildThis week's special: DRAMA. 'Hot Takes & Deep Dives' host Jess Rothschild spices up our gay asses with dish on her new series "Finding Fire Island" starring Joel Kim Booster, Margaret Cho and more. We also discuss:-how we (actually) helped cast RHONY 2.0-Crappie Lake-Patti Lupone's rider-the 'Real World' icon Jess parties withplus we ask, "when did Bethenny lose you?"**********************************************************************Follow Jess on Instagram (@jessxnyc) and listen to Finding Fire Island here!Follow Eric on IG...
2023-07-1255 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 minHot Takes & Deep DivesFinding Fire Island TRAILER! Premieres July 6th!ANNOUNCEMENT!!! PREMIERING JULY 6th! “Finding Fire Island” is a docu-podcast series which brings to life how a sleepy, 19th century beach town became a modern day queer mecca for artists and the New York City theater community. Queer history has often been told through the lens of loss and disappearance, but Fire Island has transcended that to survive as a stunning fantasy world and cultural touchstone. We will take you behind the curtain of the mystique, legends and lore of the LGBT communities (Cherry Grove and The Pines), from folks who experienced their evolution from the 1950s to today. STARRING: Joel...
2023-06-1404 minFinding Fire IslandFinding Fire Island“Finding Fire Island” is a docu-podcast series which brings to life how a sleepy, 19th century beach town became a modern day queer mecca for artists and the New York City theater community. Queer history has often been told through the lens of loss and disappearance, but Fire Island has transcended that to survive as a stunning fantasy world and cultural touchstone.We will take you behind the curtain of the mystique, legends and lore of the LGBT communities (Cherry Grove and The Pines), from folks who experienced their evolution from the 1950s to today....
2023-06-1302 minHot Takes & Deep DivesMadonna Tell-All by Brother Christopher Ciccone (w/ Tony Trius)Jess is joined by MLVC Madonna podcast co-host Tony Trius to deconstruct the 2008 tell-all “Life With My Sister Madonna,” written by her brother Christopher Ciccone. We go deep on Christopher’s ever-evolving role in M's life and career, including backup dancer, live show dresser, Blond Ambition/Girlie Show stage designer, artistic director & home interior designer. Through his lens, we also explore her relationships with Sean Penn, Sandra Bernhard, Warren Beatty, Ingrid Casares, Guy Ritchie and more! IG: @jessxnyc | @mlvcpodcast
2023-06-121h 14Hot Takes & Deep DivesMadonna Tell-All by Brother Christopher Ciccone (w/ Tony Trius) Jess is joined by MLVC Madonna podcast co-host Tony Trius to deconstruct the 2008 tell-all "Life With My Sister Madonna," written by her brother Christopher Ciccone. We go deep on Christopher's ever-evolving role in M's life and career, including backup dancer, live show dresser, Blond Ambition/Girlie Show stage designer, artistic director & home interior designer. Through his lens, we also explore her relationships with Sean Penn, Sandra Bernhard, Warren Beatty, Ingrid Casares, Guy Ritchie and more! IG: @jessxnyc | @mlvcpodcast Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE ISLAND about the history, mystique and lore...
2023-06-121h 13
Love's A Pitch: A Queer Dating PodcastBoots Over Heels w/ Jess RothschildJess Rothschild (she/her) identifies as a Leo, a lesbian, and a native New Yorker. Jess currently lives in Manhattan and is a great texter, loves gay summer life, has no food allergies, and has a career in design strategy. You should slide into her DM’s if: you have a quiet power, are comfortable in your old skin, are somewhere around 35-45 years old (she’s 40), don’t have a big dog, and are ok with independence. You should also live in the New York City area.Jess catches up with good friend and host Ca...
2023-04-1152 min
Dyking Out - a Lesbian and LGBTQIA Podcast for Everyone!New announcements, plus Jess Rothschild interviews Ilene ChaikenListen to Carolyn's new podcast Love's A Pitch on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.Happy New Year! We've got a couple of updates and announcements from Carolyn, plus, we're sharing an episode that many of you will be interested in from friend of the pod Jess Rothschild.On this episode of Hot Takes and Deep Dives, Jess is joined by THE L WORD creator and show-runner Ilene Chaiken! Ilene discusses running Aaron Spelling's production company, her real-life version of The Planet, the head of Showtime wanting to cast Leisha Hailey as Shane, Jennifer Beals choosing Laurel...
2023-01-101h 05Hot Takes & Deep DivesMadonna's Unreleased Songs (w/ Tony Trius & Stefan Mreczko)Jess is joined by Tony Trius & Stefan Mreczko, hosts of MLVC: The Madonna Podcast, to chat about their favorite unreleased Madonna tracks across her different eras (80s, 90s, 00s). We also touch down on the gayness of the A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN TV series, status of the Madonna biopic, Tony's recent move to San Francisco, Stefan's work as our AND JUST LIKE THAT background actor correspondent and a lot more! IG: @jessxnyc | @mlvcpodcast
2022-09-1245 minHot Takes & Deep DivesMadonna's Unreleased Songs (w/ Tony Trius & Stefan Mreczko)Jess is joined by Tony Trius & Stefan Mreczko, hosts of MLVC: The Madonna Podcast, to chat about their favorite unreleased Madonna tracks across her different eras (80s, 90s, 00s). We also touch down on the gayness of the A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN TV series, status of the Madonna biopic, Tony's recent move to San Francisco, Stefan's work as our AND JUST LIKE THAT background actor correspondent and a lot more! IG: @jessxnyc | @mlvcpodcast
2022-09-1245 minDyking Out - a Lesbian and LGBTQIA Podcast for Everyone!"Fingerbanging Dance Floors" w/ Jess RothschildWe did it. We finally took a gaycation together. Podcaster and Cherry Grove connoisseur Jess Rothschild (Hot Takes and Deep Dives) joins us once more to talk about our magical, misandrist (for Carolyn) weekend on Fire Island. Did we end up meeting Wanda Sykes? How does it compare to PTown? What's the difference in the vibe between Cherry Grove and The Pines? And is there another destination that we can turn into a sapphic paradise? Plus, we review our new favorite drag acts. Also, Carolyn managed to make an enemy (and honestly might make more after listening to this...
2022-09-061h 25Hot 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 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...
2022-04-1854 minHot Takes & Deep DivesEvan Ross Katz on Kim Cattrall, SJP, State of Housewives, Buffy & SurvivorJess is joined by the king of all culture vultures, EVAN ROSS KATZ, on the heels of his first book dedicated to the cultural impact of BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER. We dive into why KIM CATTRALL blocked (and later unblocked) Evan on Twitter, SJP inviting him to the premiere of AND JUST LIKE THAT... and recently admitting she hasn’t watched an episode since. Evan gives his hot take RHONY casting couch, parallels between RENT and BUFFY, Buffy’s queer subtext, our mutual love for SURVIVOR's Jerri Manthey, and why JENNIFER COOLIDGE requested a “do-over” interview on Evan’s podcast, Shut Up Ev...
2022-03-071h 07Hot Takes & Deep DivesEvan Ross Katz on Kim Cattrall, SJP, State of Housewives, Buffy & SurvivorJess is joined by the king of all culture vultures, EVAN ROSS KATZ, on the heels of his first book dedicated to the cultural impact of BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER. We dive into why KIM CATTRALL blocked (and later unblocked) Evan on Twitter, SJP inviting him to the premiere of AND JUST LIKE THAT... and recently admitting she hasn't watched an episode since. Evan gives his hot take RHONY casting couch, parallels between RENT and BUFFY, Buffy's queer subtext, our mutual love for SURVIVOR's Jerri Manthey, and why JENNIFER COOLIDGE requested a "do-over" interview on Evan's podcast, Shut Up Evan.
2022-03-071h 07Hot Takes & Deep DivesBehind the Scenes of And Just Like That - Filming Insider Tells AllDid you know our friend Stefan from MLVC (the Madonna podcast) spent the summer working as a background actor for And Just Like That!? Well, Stefan is here and ready to SPILL on... the scenes he filmed, experiencing Che Diaz in the wild, Cynthia Nixon’s wig, the erasure of Chris Noth/Big’s flashback scenes, 14-hour days, being directed by Michael Patrick King, how much background actors are paid, production’s deal w/ paparazzi and more. PLUS, how his And Just Like That experience compared to filming the upcoming season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel! IG: @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives, @mlvcpodcast
2022-01-2453 minHot Takes & Deep DivesBehind the Scenes of And Just Like That - Filming Insider Tells AllDid you know our friend Stefan from MLVC (the Madonna podcast) spent the summer working as a background actor for And Just Like That!? Well, Stefan is here and ready to SPILL on... the scenes he filmed, experiencing Che Diaz in the wild, Cynthia Nixon's wig, the erasure of Chris Noth/Big's flashback scenes, 14-hour days, being directed by Michael Patrick King, how much background actors are paid, production's deal w/ paparazzi and more. PLUS, how his And Just Like That experience compared to filming the upcoming season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel! IG: @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives, @mlvcpodcast
2022-01-2453 minHot Takes & Deep DivesLilith Fair — Soundtrack to Our Baby Gay ‘90s Lives (w/ Tony Trius)On the heels of our Melissa Etheridge interview, 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 and whose lyrics were the soundtrack to our babygay lives. We discuss why Sarah McLachlan, Ani Difranco, Fiona Apple, Tegan & Sara, Tracy Chapman, Aimee Mann, The Murmurs (and many more!) defined this time period and go over our fave albums and live show experience. IG: @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives, @tonytrius * getquip.com/deepdives * * prose.com/hottakes *
2021-11-1537 minHot Takes & Deep DivesLilith Fair — Soundtrack to Our Baby Gay '90s Lives (w/ Tony Trius)On the heels of our Melissa Etheridge interview, 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 and whose lyrics were the soundtrack to our babygay lives. We discuss why Sarah McLachlan, Ani Difranco, Fiona Apple, Tegan & Sara, Tracy Chapman, Aimee Mann, The Murmurs (and many more!) defined this time period and go over our fave albums and live show experience. IG: @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives, @tonytrius * getquip.com/deepdives * * prose.com/hottakes *
2021-11-1537 minHot Takes & Deep DivesIntroducing: Alec Mapa Hot MessTrixie Mattel- Elastic Thinking- In this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew welcome world-famous drag queen, star of the hit show “UNHhhh” and host of the podcast The Bald and the Beautiful, the hilarious Trixie Mattel. The three have a fascinating conversation on the topic of elastic thinking, what exactly it means and how it can help us to heal. Alec and Matt share how they have overcome trauma in their own lives and the tools they’ve used to build personal resilience. Trixie opens up about her abusive childhood including the surprising story...
2021-09-2309 minHot Takes & Deep DivesThe L Word Deep Dive (w/ Damian Bellino & Anne Rodeman)Jess is joined by comedians, L Word historians and co-hosts of "You Might Know Her From," Damian Bellino and Anne Rodeman, for The L Word deep dive of our dreams. We share our L Word origin stories, review the reboot (Gen Q), discuss their interviews w/ Guinevere Turner & Laurel Holloman, our obsession with Sepideh Moafi (Gigi), name our top 5 lesbians, discuss Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey's podcast, Queer as Folk and a lot more. We also go deep on The Chart that Damian and Anne created for Slate.com, highlighting the real-life web of Hollywood dyke drama they have substantiated.
2021-09-071h 16Hot Takes & Deep DivesThe L Word Deep Dive (w/ Damian Bellino & Anne Rodeman)Jess is joined by comedians and co-hosts of “You Might Know Her From,” Damian Bellino and Anne Rodeman, for The L Word deep dive of our dreams. Damian and Anne are best friends and L Word historians, ready to go deep on everything from Bette & Tina to their wild interview with Guinevere Turner. We share our L Word origin stories, review the reboot (Gen Q), our obsession with Sepideh Moafi (Gigi), name our top 5 lesbians, discuss Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey’s podcast, Queer as Folk and a lot more. We also go deep on The Chart that Damian and Anne c...
2021-09-071h 16Hot Takes & Deep DivesIntroducing Rich and DailyThere's so much celebrity gossip that it's impossible to keep up. From the twists and turns of #FreeBritney to the latest Royal family dust-up, there’s a new podcast that has you covered. From Wondery, RICH AND DAILY delivers laughs and all the latest celebrity gossip. Hosts Brooke and Aricia are comedians, besties and the perfect guides to give you your daily dose of pop culture. They'll keep you up to speed on all of the secrets, scandals, and news in the entertainment world. Is that rumor you heard about Rihanna true? If it is, you better believe Brooke and Ar...
2021-07-1508 min
Jake's Take with Jacob ElyacharEpisode 115: Hot Takes & Deep Dives Podcast Host Jess Rothschild VISITS!It is a pleasure to welcome Hot Takes & Deep Dives Podcast host Jess Rothschild to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Since December 2019, the native New Yorker serves quick hits and deep dives on New York City culture, the Bravo Housewives, and gay pop iconology. Hot Takes & Deep Dives Podcast also explores the nostalgia of how it felt to watch Reality TV when LGBT representation was not yet mainstream.Hot Takes & Deep Dives Podcast has welcomed many guests ranging from fashion icons Carson Kressley and Isaac Mizrahi to legendary comedians such as Judy Gold, Ma...
2021-05-2436 minHot 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 t...
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, 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 05
Dyking Out - a Lesbian and LGBTQIA Podcast for Everyone!Reality Queers w/ Jess RothschildThis episode is full of fighting, drama, and gossip. But don't worry, we're not the ones involved. We're dyking out about the queers (and wannabes) of reality TV with writer and podcaster Jess Rothschild (Hot Takes and Deep Dives). It's a pretty significant episode in that after the conversation, Carolyn FINALLY watched Real Housewives of New York. We talk about the origin of Jess's love of reality TV, our favorite personalities over the years, what it's like to meet them in person and more. We also discuss shows that have been inclusive of queer people and our hopes for...
2021-04-271h 38
Dumpster Dive: A Reality TV Deep DiveHot Takes & Deep Dives w/ Jess Rothschild (@hottakesdeepdives)Happy Friday! Tom & Cix are chatting Bravo with the face of the hit pop-culture podcast Hot Takes & Deep Dives, Jess Rothschild (@jessxnyc)!
The three culture queens discuss Patti Stanger, Rosie O’Donnell, behind the scenes pod drama, drag race’s evolution, Colton Underwood, Carole Radziwill, Finding Prince Charming, Real World Seattle, kitten with a whip, gay guides, RHOA’s future, and ask the question . . . wtf is a prophet?
Expect RHOA/RHONJ coverage on Fridays and Summer House coverage on Mondays! Subscribe to our new Patreon page dedicated to the reality tv that shaped us! Now coveri...
2021-04-161h 16Hot Takes & Deep DivesMadonna Deep Cuts Debate! (w/ MLVC’s Tony & Stefan)Jess is joined by Tony Trius and Stefan Mreczko, hosts of MLVC - The Madonna Podcast - for the deep dive of your dreams. Together, we pour through each of Madonna’s albums and reveal our fave “deep cuts” from each. We also discuss our favorite live tour performances and which “single” is criminally under-appreciated. The taste WILL. JUMP. OUT. Follow @mlvcpodcast, @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives
2021-02-151h 00Hot Takes & Deep DivesMadonna Deep Cuts Debate! (w/ MLVC's Tony & Stefan)Jess is joined by Tony Trius and Stefan Mreczko, hosts of MLVC - The Madonna Podcast - for the deep dive of your dreams. Together, we pour through each of Madonna's albums and reveal our fave "deep cuts" from each. We also discuss our favorite live tour performances and which "single" is criminally under-appreciated. The taste WILL. JUMP. OUT. Follow @mlvcpodcast, @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives
2021-02-151h 00Hot Takes & Deep DivesRHONJ Trailer Reaction + GaysOverCovid (w/ Anthony Lario)Jess is joined by New Jersey's own Anthony Lario to gauge our reactions to the RHONJ trailer which dropped today. We also discuss the psychology surrounding the whistleblower Instagram account @GaysOverCovid, what Anthony has learned from working for Housewives like Dorinda, Braunwyn and Margaret Josephs + Anthony's new podcast "Sh*tShow." Follow @anthonylario, @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives
2021-01-1442 minHot Takes & Deep DivesRHONJ Trailer Reaction + GaysOverCovid (w/ Anthony Lario)Jess is joined by New Jersey’s own Anthony Lario to gauge our reactions to the RHONJ trailer which dropped today. We also discuss the psychology surrounding the whistleblower Instagram account @GaysOverCovid, what Anthony has learned from working for Housewives like Dorinda, Braunwyn and Margaret Josephs + Anthony’s new podcast “Sh*tShow.” Follow @anthonylario, @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives
2021-01-1442 minHot Takes & Deep DivesIntroducing Catfish: The PodcastFrom MTV and Wondery, Catfish: The Podcast. Adapted from the MTV docu-series, Catfish: The Podcast exposes the truths and lies of online relationships. Sometimes the connections people forge online aren’t always what they seem. For eight seasons, hosts Nev Schulman and Kamie Crawford have been helping people sort out what’s fact, and what’s fiction. Now Catfish: The Podcast brings you the most unbelievable stories of online love gone wrong, with exclusive new content every week. Subscribe today: http://wondery.fm/Catfish_HTDD
2020-12-1004 minHot Takes & Deep DivesMadonna Tell-All by Brother Christopher Ciccone: A Deep Dive (w/ Tony Trius)Jess is joined by Madonna podcast “MLVC” producer/co-host Tony Trius to deconstruct the 2008 tell-all “Life With My Sister Madonna,” written by her brother, Christopher Ciccone. We go deep on Christopher’s ever-evolving role in M's life and career, including backup dancer, live show dresser, Blond Ambition/Girlie Show stage designer, artistic director & home interior designer. Through his lens, we also explore her relationships with Sean Penn, Sandra Bernhard, Warren Beatty, Ingrid Casares, Guy Ritchie and a lot more! Follow @mlvcpodcast, @tonytrius & @jessxnyc
2020-09-241h 20Hot Takes & Deep DivesMadonna Tell-All by Brother Christopher Ciccone: A Deep Dive (w/ Tony Trius)Jess is joined by Madonna podcast "MLVC" producer/co-host Tony Trius to deconstruct the 2008 tell-all "Life With My Sister Madonna," written by her brother Christopher Ciccone. We go deep on Christopher's ever-evolving role in M's life and career, including backup dancer, live show dresser, Blond Ambition/Girlie Show stage designer, artistic director & home interior designer. Through his lens, we also explore her relationships with Sean Penn, Sandra Bernhard, Warren Beatty, Ingrid Casares, Guy Ritchie and a lot more! Follow @mlvcpodcast, @tonytrius & @jessxnyc
2020-09-241h 20Hot Takes & Deep DivesIntroducing Bunga BungaIntroducing a new podcast "Bunga Bunga" from Wondery: Silvio Berlusconi was a charismatic multi-millionaire real-estate mogul who upended the Italian political order and hypnotized an entire nation. He was the longest-serving prime minister of one of the world’s wealthiest countries, until he was brought down by three powerful women - and two words: “Bunga Bunga.” From Wondery, the makers of Dirty John and The Shrink Next Door, and hosted by comedian Whitney Cummings, “Bunga Bunga” is an eight part series on the incredible true story of the rise and fall of Silvio Berlusconi, told with Whitney’s signature wit and style...
2020-09-0705 min
MLVC: The Madonna PodcastJess Rothschild: Madonna Hot Takes & Bravo Deep DivesThis week we sit down with Jess Rothschild, host of "Hot Takes & Deep Dives," a podcast dedicated to quick hits & deep cuts on Real Housewives, Bravolebrities & other pop culture icons. We talk about Jess' Madonna journey, about life as a podcaster and hear the story of that time she offered Madonna a breath mint.
Jess was on the founding team of the internet's most popular lesbian web site, where she interviewed Sandra Bernhard, Margaret Cho, Linda Perry and a plethora of other legends. She now interviews Housewives and Housewives-adjacent talent, yet always circles the conversation back to Madonna...
2020-07-241h 07Hot 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, @benmandelker
2020-06-261h 01Hot Takes & Deep DivesDissecting How Madonna’s Most Iconic Songs Were Written & Recorded (w/ BBC’s Edward Russell)Jess sits down with Edward Russell, host of the popular podcast “Inside the Groove,” in which each episode focuses on one Madonna’s most iconic songs. Edward dissects the story behind each song via the use of multi-tracks (aka stems), demos, isolated vocals and interviews with the writer. We go deep on the stories behind the writing and recording of “Vogue,” “Music,” “Open Your Heart,” “Hung Up,” “Erotica” and a lot more. Find the pod Inside The Groove on iTunes/Spotify Follow @jessxnyc & @hottakesdeepdives
2020-06-2649 minHot 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 & @jessxnyc
2020-06-191h 01
Is This Real Life? With Mandy SlutskerEpisode 96 - 'Bravo news overload' with Jess RothschildJess Rothschild from the podcast ‘Hot Takes and Deep Dives’ joins Mandy to recap all the breaking Bravo news from Stassi and Kristen’s firing to Stassi’s pregnancy and Brittany’s family pastor running for elected office in Kentucky. They chat about the future of Vanderpump Rules, give some hot takes on the reunion, and provide a full breakdown of this week’s #RHONY. Plus, Jess shares her favorite bravolebrity interviews!
Check out Jess’s podcast Hot Takes and Deep Dives at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-takes-deep-dives/id1507502534
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2020-06-141h 14Hot Takes & Deep DivesReaction to Firings of Stassi Schroeder & Kristen Doute (w/ Sexy Unique Podcast’s Lara Marie Schoenhals)Jess has an emergency kiki with Lara Marie Schoenhals (Sexy Unique Podcast) to process their thoughts & feelings around the sudden firings of Stassi Schroeder & Kristen Doute this week. We discuss their blatant racist aggressions targeted at former VPR cast member Faith Stowers, Stassi & Beau’s relationship, the financial implications, why "cancel culture" is idiotic, predict Stassi's eventual comeback and where Vanderpump Rules goes from here. Follow @larzmarie, @jessnxyc & @hottakesdeepdives
2020-06-1250 minHot Takes & Deep DivesReaction to Firings of Stassi Schroeder & Kristen Doute (w/ Sexy Unique Podcast's Lara Marie Schoenhals)Jess has an emergency kiki with Lara Marie Schoenhals (Sexy Unique Podcast) to process their thoughts & feelings around the sudden firings of Stassi Schroeder & Kristen Doute this week. We discuss their blatant racist aggressions targeted at former VPR cast member Faith Stowers, Stassi & Beau's relationship, the financial implications, why "cancel culture" is idiotic, predict Stassi's eventual comeback and where Vanderpump Rules goes from here. * Announcing Patreon! * patreon.com/hottakesdeepdives for bonus episodes! Follow @larzmarie, @jessnxyc & @hottakesdeepdives
2020-06-1250 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 & @erinleahmartin
2020-05-1845 minHot Takes & Deep DivesDeep 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 w/ 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 @l...
2020-05-141h 03Hot Takes & Deep DivesReaction to Vanderpump Editor Bri Dellinger / Scheana Shay ScandalJess summons Emerson Collins (The People's Couch) back to the pod for a kiki regarding the Scheana Shay vs. VPR editor Bri Dellinger scandal. Bri is an editor who has worked on Project Runway, Top Chef and currently Vanderpump Rules. She went on a since-deleted podcast (don't worry, we saved it & transcribed it for you) claiming she "tries to embarrass Scheana as often as possible" and a lot more. We react to the on-going situation in this ep. Follow @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives & @emersoncollins
2020-05-1439 minHot Takes & Deep DivesReaction to Vanderpump Editor Bri Dellinger / Scheana Shay ScandalJess summons Emerson Collins (The People’s Couch) back to the pod for a kiki regarding the Scheana Shay vs. VPR editor Bri Dellinger scandal. Bri is an editor who has worked on Project Runway, Top Chef and currently Vanderpump Rules. She went on a since-deleted podcast (don't worry, we saved it & transcribed it for you) claiming she "tries to embarrass Scheana as often as possible" and a lot more. We react to the on-going situation in this ep. Follow @jessxnyc, @hottakesdeepdives & @emersoncollins
2020-05-1439 min
Pink Shade212 - RHONY Recap w/ Jess Rothschild: Just The SipLuann is drinking again?!? Jess Rothschild from the Hot Takes & Deep Dives (https://soundcloud.com/jess-rothschild/sets/hot-takes-deep-dives) podcast was at the anti-bullying/comedy event featured on last week's RHONY. She's here to recap the episode, give us some boots on the ground scoop, and chat about plenty of other Bravo news!Visit the Pink Shade MERCH STORE (https://tasteofreality.com/product-category/pink-shade/)Join the Hey Bunkie Patreon Page for Erin & Mary Payne's Bonus Recaps: https://www.patreon.com/heybunkie (https://www.patreon.com/heybunkie)Get bonus Pink Shade Episodes with behind the scenes chats & interviews at Patreon.com/pinkshade...
2020-05-1341 min
Sexy Unique PodcastVanderpump Rules Season 8, Ep. 18 - "Mental Problems" ft. Jess RothschildWhat a spectacular episode of VPR. This week, Jess Rothschild, host of Hot Takes and Deep Dives joins Lara to put their rings together and chat about Jax's drug journey, Doute's sex tape, Scheana's music video and more! For tons of bonus content as well as ad-free episodes of SUP, head on over to patreon.com/sexyuniquepodcast. You can follow Jess and Lara on IG and Twitter @jessxnyc and @larzmarie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on A...
2020-05-081h 58
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 & @jessxnyc
2020-05-011h 01Hot Takes & Deep DivesDeep Dives on Pump Rules, Summer House, RHONY & High Society (w/ Sexy Unique Podcast‘s Lara Marie Schoenhals)ess 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 w/ 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 @l...
2020-04-061h 03
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 03
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 minHot 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 & RHONY's...
2020-03-1844 minHot 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, @benmandelker
2020-03-111h 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, @benmandelker
2020-03-111h 01
Out in the Wild(Re-release) Daryn Carp Is the Woman Behind the Man @BravoAndy (Interview w/Andy Cohen's Assistant, Daryn Carp)Holiday re-release in case you missed it! We sit down for an epic kiki with Andy Cohen’s longtime assistant, Daryn Carp! We go deep about everything including: how she got her job with Andy, the most stressful parts of her job & biggest fuck-ups, why RHONY had a short season this year, why some Housewives (ahem, Carole Radziwill) say that they quit the show when they were really fired, her favorite vs. least favorite Housewives, her True Crime podcast Martinis & Murder, a story about a hilarious interaction she had with Ramona at a reunion and her experience on the Bravo Pr...
2019-12-3057 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 & @erinleahmartin
2019-12-1145 minOut in the WildHot Takes on RHOA, RHONJ, The L Word, Leslie Grossman + Reunion w/ Bethenny!We start out with hot takes on the current seasons of RHOA and RHONJ before Jess gives her thoughts on the reboot/continuation of The L Word. We then recap an eventful afternoon and evening in which David attends a Leslie Grossman talk where she gives her hot takes on current seasons of Housewives and also reveals she based a character on Tinsley. Later that evening we head uptown to Bloomingdales because our muse and inspiration Bethenny Frankel is speaking there for some unknown reason. We finally get face time with Bethenny to thank her for shouting out the podcast...
2019-12-1145 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 WildWendy Williams, RHONJ + Interview w/ Summer House’s Everett Scott WestonJess & David are VERY excited about Wendy Williams’ stand-up tour. David has lunch w/ RHONJ’s Dolores Catania & Kim D and fans are very surprised to learn of their 20 year friendship IRL. Later, we sit down w/ Summer House’s Everett Scott Weston (aka Lindsay Hubbard’s on/off boyfriend) about how his friendships with Carl Radke & Kyle Cooke were the basis for Summer House. We chat about how he and Lindsay first started dating, the current status of this army gentleman’s love life, his charity (Operation Heal Our Heroes) for army veterans and whether he’ll wind up back in the S...
2019-08-1442 minOut in the WildLindsay Lohan’s BFF Tells All About Paris Hilton & Britney Spears (Interview w/ Chanel Omari of Princesses Long Island)We sit down with Chanel Omari, star of Bravo's Princesses Long Island, for an extremely dishy chat! She discusses the show’s casting & cancelation and how she has struggled to find an identity after being on a reality show. She tells us how she grew up BFFs w/ fellow Long Islander Lindsay Lohan and eventually became her producing partner and consultant throughout her career. She tells us how she helped Lindsay decide which scripts to take, which 'A List' movies she turned down (including Easy A), and how she felt caught in the middle of her friendship/feud with Paris Hil...
2019-07-2946 minOut in the WildDaryn Carp Is the Woman Behind the Man @BravoAndy (Interview w/Andy Cohen's Assistant, Daryn Carp)We sit down for an epic kiki with Andy Cohen’s longtime assistant, Daryn Carp! We go deep about everything including: how she got her job with Andy, the most stressful parts of her job & biggest fuck-ups, why RHONY had a short season this year, why some Housewives (ahem, Carole Radziwill) say that they quit the show when they were really fired, her favorite vs. least favorite Housewives, her True Crime podcast Martinis & Murder, a story about a hilarious interaction she had with Ramona at a reunion and her experience on the Bravo Pride float last week. Follow @outinthewildpodcast, @jessxnyc, @da...
2019-07-1757 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 min