Infamous

The Rich Utah Wives and Their Scams I Part 4

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Jen Shah may be off our screens, but scandal among Mormon influencers is having a second life — from tradwives and Ballerina Farm to discourse to the chaos surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul. Amy Kaufman, author of best-selling book Bachelor Nation, talks to us about the Bachelorette situation, plus there's new stars and new controversies.

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The Rich Utah Wives and Their Scams | Part 3

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000

In part three, Vanessa and Natalie turn to the fallout: Jen Shah’s explosive arrest, the cast’s on-camera reactions, and the victims waiting to tell their stories in court.

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The Rich Utah Wives and Their Scams I Part 2

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000

We dive into the larger culture of wealth, influence, and illusion surrounding Jen Shah and Utah’s elite, where ambition, religion, and money collide in surprising ways. Neither Jen Shah nor Koa Johnson granted interviews for this episode.

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Richard Pryor: The Man Who Burned It All Down | From Big Lives

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Richard Pryor redefined comedy by telling the truth, even when it scorched him. Today, we’re sharing a preview of a new podcast, Big Lives, and a special episode about Pryor. Every week, hosts Kai Wright and Emmanuel Dzotsi dig into the BBC archive to explore the story behind the icons who shape our culture—trailblazers like David Bowie, Meg Ryan, Amy Winehouse, and Tina Turner—and better understand how each legend set the stage for our contemporary cultural landscape. In this preview, Kai and Emmanuel look at how Richard Pryor rose from a Peoria, Illinois brothel to become comedy’s GOAT, only to then wrestle with racism, fame, desire, and self‐destruction. If you like what you hear, find more episodes of Big Lives wherever you get podcasts.

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The Rich Utah Wives and Their Scams I Part 1

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Before she served her time in prison, Jen Shah was made for reality TV—but behind the designer clothes and explosive one-liners was something much darker. In part one of this series, Vanessa and Natalie trace the beginnings of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star’s alleged scam through the story of Bridget Knight, a former special ed teacher who thought she was building a fresh start online.

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Encore: Murder at Lululemon | Part 1

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Lululemon built its brand on positivity, goal-setting, and high performance, but in 2011, a Bethesda, Maryland store became the scene of a brutal, high-profile murder. In the first episode of this four-part series, Vanessa and Natalie examine the crime scene and share audio from police files. Listen to Part 2 here. Then, listen to Part 3 and Part 4. For more on the case, see Dan Morse’s The Yoga Store Murder.

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Out Now: Crime Scene Weekly — Unforgettable True Crime Stories

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000

From The Binge, ⁠Crime Scene⁠ plunges you into stories you can’t stop thinking about—revisiting cases that deserve a second look.

Join Jonathan Hirsch (My Fugitive Dad, Dear Franklin Jones) and investigative reporter Cooper Moll as they crack open overlooked details, challenge the official narrative, and uncover what others missed. Each episode delivers the depth of a true crime mini-series in a single, gripping listen.

If you’re drawn to unresolved mysteries and stories that stay with you long after they end...this is for you.

Follow ⁠Crime Scene⁠ wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Thursday.

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The Bizarre Boston Case of Karen Read

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Karen Read was acquitted of murdering her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe — but the case is far from over. This week, Natalie and Vanessa talk with journalist and podcaster Rebecca Lavoie about the snowstorm death that turned into a referendum on police power, small-town loyalty, and who gets believed when facts are murky. As civil suits ramp up on both sides, they examine the controversial case. For more from Rebecca, check out her podcasts Crime Writers On…True Crime Review and Something’s Off

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Twin Flames Universe Today and Dating App Burnout

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

How do looksmaxxing, Clavicular, and incels connect to Twin Flames? This week, Vanessa and Natalie speak with journalist Alice Hines, who explains that plus neurolinguistic programming (NLP), the self-help technique explored in her new podcast Mind Games, and how language itself can become a tool of control. She's also behind Desperately Seeking Soulmate: Escaping Twin Flame Universe about the online love cult built around the promise that your perfect cosmic partner is already out there.

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Deepak Chopra, Oprah, and Jeffrey Epstein

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Newly released Epstein files show thousands of messages between Jeffrey Epstein and wellness guru Deepak Chopra. What were they talking about—and why was Epstein so interested in consciousness and spirituality? Vanessa and Natalie are joined by Matthew Remski, co-host of the podcast Conspirituality, to unpack Chopra’s rise, the business of wellness, and why the world’s richest men keep turning to spiritual gurus.
You can also check out Matthew’s other podcast, Antifascist Dad Podcast, and his forthcoming book of the same name.

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Behind the Scenes of America’s Next Top Model

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:31:00 -0000

Updated with the correct link!

America’s Next Top Model was our early-2000s obsession—until the rewatch era exposed disturbing content hiding in plain sight. Natalie talks to pop-culture journalist Bridget Armstrong, host of Curse of: America’s Next Top Model, about Tyra Banks’s role, the show’s most disturbing moments and why “winning” the series didn’t mean a modeling career.

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Extra Episode: Les Wexner and Jeffrey Epstein

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000

In addition to our regular episode this week, we’re dropping Episode 2 of Vanessa and Justine Harmon’s podcast Fallen Angel, “Emotional Content.” It’s about how Ohioan businessman Les Wexner, the richest man in that state, acquired the brand Victoria’s Secret and grew into the global sensation it is today — and the man who he was involved with financially, Jeffrey Epstein. Listen to the rest of the series here.

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Encore: Who Was Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, Really?

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Glynnis MacNichol, author of I’m Mostly Here to Enjoy Myself, returns to join Vanessa for a deep dive into Hulu’s buzzy new series Love Story, which chronicles the magnetic — and ultimately tragic — romance between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette. Together, they unpack what the show gets right, where it leans into mythmaking, and why America remains so captivated by this iconic couple.
Then, we play Vanessa and Glynnis’s earlier conversation exploring the real-life union that defined ’90s style and tabloid culture, along with their tragic death in a plane accident.

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The Crypto Criminals and The Soho Townhouse

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:56:00 -0000

Vanessa and Natalie talk to journalist Ezra Marcus about his viral New York Magazine story, “The Crypto Maniacs and the Torture Townhouse.” They unpack the rise of crypto “wrench attacks” and what one bizarre kidnapping case in Soho reveals about the new frontier of digital wealth.

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Selena Gomez’s Failed Startup

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000

This week, Vanessa and Natalie talk to The Cut writer Angelina Chapin about Selena Gomez and her mother Mandy Teefey’s mental-health startup, Wondermind. They discuss allegations from former staff and the pressures created when celebrity and mental health advocacy become a business. Read Angelina’s story, “What Happened at Wondermind?” and stay tuned at the end of the episode for more on mother-daughter estrangement from Vanessa’s podcast, So Your Parents Are Old.

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Beckham vs. Beckham

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000

This week, Vanessa and Natalie dive deep into the Beckham family fallout. They talk to Lindsey Weber (Who? Weekly) about the tension, the wedding drama, and how celebrity families control narratives—until they can’t. For more on family estrangement in the modern era, check out Eamon Dolan’s The Power of Parting.

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Encore: The OTHER Harvey Weinstein Scandal

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:36:00 -0000

If you’ve been listening to Dead Certain, the new show about the Martha Moxley murder, you probably know Andrew Goldman. But we had him on a couple years ago. He’s talking about Harvey Weinstein. Before Weinstein’s serious crimes were exposed to the public, he was simply known for being a successful — and notoriously volatile — film producer. When Andrew Goldman attends the same ritzy event as Harvey, an altercation turns into a full-on fistfight. In his hilarious telling of the unbelievable true story, Goldman reflects on the disturbing ways powerful people have wielded control over the media.

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Why Are LeBron James and Charli XCX on Roblox?

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000

Vanessa and Natalie unpack the kid-centric platform that’s quietly reshaping advertising, culture, and online life. They talk with tech reporter Sam Biddle, who explains why Roblox feels less like a game and more like a vision of the internet’s future. For more, check out Sam’s article on Roblox.

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The Myth of Having It All

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0000

To celebrate the time of year when we all make resolutions to better our lives—and to understand why it can be so hard to follow through with them—Vanessa sits down with Wharton/UPenn economist Dr. Corinne Low, author of Having It All: What Data Tells Us About Women’s Lives and Getting the Most Out of Yours. They talk about why so many of us feel maxed out—especially women juggling kids, work, and aging parents—and what you can do to get things under control.

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Trust Me, I’m Gwyneth Paltrow

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0000

This week, Natalie talks to journalist and biographer Amy Odell about her new book, Gwyneth: The Biography, and Marty Supreme. They also discuss Gwyneth’s early Hollywood power plays, the Miramax years, and how Goop turned controversy into an empire.

To hear more from Amy, check out her podcast Back Row with Amy Odell.

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ENCORE: Gwyneth Paltrow’s Ski Trial | Part 2

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:01:00 -0000

Gwyneth Paltrow takes the stand in her ski crash trial against a retired optometrist. But as new facts emerge, is it possible that Gwyneth could be one of America’s most-hated celebrities and also a brave defender of justice?

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ENCORE: Gwyneth Paltrow’s Ski Trial | Part 1

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0000

For the holidays, we’re rerunning our story about a ski run mishap. Gwyneth Paltrow is as famous for her luxury lifestyle as she is for her movies. But when she collides with a man on a ski slope in Park City, Utah, she finds herself in a real-life high-end whodunnit, where fact is stranger than fiction.

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Self-Care Is Awesome and Also a Scam

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

Fashion writer Amy Larocca joins Vanessa to unpack the modern wellness obsession—from expensive self-care gadgets to Ozempic and glow culture. They dig into Amy’s book How to Be Well: Navigating Our Self-Care Epidemic, One Dubious Cure at a Time and ask when wellness became a moral obligation.

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Noah Wyle, The Pitt, and Hollywood’s Bloodiest IP Battle

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

Michael Crichton’s widow says HBO’s hit medical drama The Pitt is cashing in on her late husband’s creation, ER. Now, they are in court. New York Times reporter Nicholas Kulish joins Vanessa and Natalie to explain how Noah Wyle’s nostalgic reboot pitch turned into a massive battle.You can read the original story here. Also, listen to our episode on Mean Girls.

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Pharma Bro Martin Shkreli and a Mysterious Record Album

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000

Investigative reporter and Gen-Xer Jason Leopold (Bloomberg News), and freedom-of-information lawyer Matt Topic, join Vanessa and Natalie to unpack how they dig government secrets out of the dark, from the $2 million sale of “pharma bro” Martin Shkreli’s one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang album to Epstein’s personal emails. Listen to Matt and Jason’s podcast Disclosure. You can also learn more about Matt’s legal work or read Jason’s weekly newsletter.

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OneTaste: The Startup That Went Too Far

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

Orgasmic Meditation was supposed to close the “pleasure gap.” Instead, it led to a federal indictment. Natalie talks to Bloomberg’s Ellen Huet, author of Empire of Orgasm: Sex, Power, and the Downfall of a Wellness, about the woman behind OneTaste and the explosive allegations that led to the startup’s downfall.

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What Happened to Allison Mack After NXIVM?

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Allison After NXIVM follows Smallville star Allison Mack from her early days as a child actor to her time spent in prison for her role in a sex cult. Listen to Natalie explore the experience of interviewing Allison.

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Were the Puritans a Cult?

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

From the Puritans to QAnon, strange thinking has shaped America more than most of us realize. Natalie Robehmed talks with author Jane Borden about why our culture keeps breeding new cult-like organizations, and how to recognize the signs before it’s too late. Check out Jane’s book, Cults Like Us: Why Doomsday Thinking Drives America.

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Did Jenna Jameson Create Our Pornified Culture?

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

How did Jenna Jameson go from Vegas strip clubs to becoming the world’s most famous porn star—and what does her story reveal about sex, the internet, and the birth of personal branding? Natalie and Vanessa talk with Molly Lambert, creator of the new podcast JennaWorld: Jenna Jameson, Vivid Video, & The Valley.

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When Modeling Became Dangerous

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Model Wars tells the story of the 80s fashion world. It’s not just parties and pretty clothes—beneath the surface is drugs, sex and violence. In the first episode, we meet Paul Fisher, a kid from the San Fernando Valley who has a chance encounter with a alleged mobster that leads him to start a modeling agency in New York City.

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Introducing So Your Parents Are Old

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Vanessa has a new podcast, called So Your Parents Are Old! Join Vanessa as she talks to friends, experts, and celebrities about the chaos of dealing with aging parents. From Medicaid nightmares to emotional meltdowns in storage units, it’s a brutally honest, often hilarious look at one of life’s most disorienting stages.

Come for the catharsis, stay for the gallows humor and unfiltered conversations. If you’re currently the parent to your parents, this is your group chat in podcast form. You'll hear comedian Lewis Black and many more. You can find the show on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠ & ⁠Youtube⁠ or listen to more episodes here.

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Smoking Equals Death, So Why Is It Cool Again?

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

From Charli XCX handing out cigarettes at her wedding to The Bear cast chain-smoking to Carrie Bradshaw’s bestie lighting up in bed—it looks like smoking is back in the zeitgeist. But what about Juul and the vape craze that was supposed to kill cigarettes? This week, Vanessa and Natalie unpack Juul’s meteoric rise and fall.

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Prince Andrew | Part 5

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In the final episode of our Epstein mini-series, Vanessa sits down with Andrew Lownie—author of the explosive new book Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York—to explore Prince Andrew’s ties to Epstein.

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Jeffrey and Ghislaine’s Secrets | Part 4

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Jeffrey Epstein’s arrest sets off a political firestorm—and within weeks, his shocking death behind bars sparks one of the biggest conspiracy theories of our time. In this episode, Vanessa and Natalie trace Epstein’s downfall: from the victims who spoke out, to the Miami Herald investigation that brought him back into the spotlight, to the strange circumstances of his death.

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Jeffrey and Ghislaine's Secrets I Part 3

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In Palm Beach, Jeffrey Epstein built a façade of respectability—a waterfront mansion that doubled as the center of a predatory empire. Behind the gates, teenage girls were lured in with promises of easy money.

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Jeffrey and Ghislaine's Secrets I Part 2

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

We explore how Les Wexner, the billionaire behind Victoria’s Secret and The Limited, became entangled with Jeffrey Epstein. We also talk about how Ghislaine Maxwell’s role as Epstein’s friend and employee added another layer of complexity.

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Jeffrey and Ghislaine‘s Secrets | Part I

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell were more than a jet-set couple. In this episode of Infamous, we unravel the origins of their partnership, which would culminate in one of the most shocking scandals of our time.

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Backseat Confessions: The Story of Uber

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

We’re joined by Mike Isaac, New York Times tech reporter and one of the sharpest voices covering Silicon Valley. In light of his colleague Emily Steel’s explosive new reporting on Uber, Mike takes us inside the company, pulling back the curtain on the chaos, power struggles, and cultural clashes at its heart. Don’t miss his bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber, which goes even deeper into the story.

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Encore: Lindsay Lohan and the Lohanissance

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

If you're here looking for a new episode, we are off August 28th! Enjoy the last rays of sun and see you in September.

Freakier Friday is the big guilty pleasure of the summer, so we’re bringing back this deep dive. How did Lindsay Lohan go from starring alongside Meryl Streep and Jamie Lee Curtis to doing court-ordered community service at the LA county morgue? Vanessa and Natalie are joined by journalists Evgenia Peretz and Brennan Kilbane, and photographer Jill Ishkanian, to trace Lindsay’s rise and fall, and the new Lohanissance.

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Is Justin Bieber Standing on Business?

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000

New York Times Culture Reporter Joe Coscarelli joins Vanessa and Natalie to unpack Justin Bieber’s meteoric rise, public stumbles, and unexpected reinvention with his surprise album Swag. Plus, Vanessa shares the behind-the-scenes story of her controversial Rolling Stone profile of 16-year-old Bieber.You can hear more from Joe Coscarelli on Popcast, or read his book, Rap Capital: An Atlanta Story.

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American Apparel and the Cult of Dov Charney

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Amy Merrick joins us to unpack the rise and fall of American Apparel—a brand that once defined hipster cool and sexual provocation. We explore its bold aesthetics, and controversial founder Dov Charney, who had an ignominious fall.

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Neil Gaiman and Art Monsters

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Author Neil Gaiman built a career on dark, psychological stories like The Sandman and Coraline. Now he and his ex-wife, musician Amanda Palmer, are facing disturbing accusations that echo the themes in his work. Journalist Lila Shapiro joins Vanessa and Natalie to discuss her viral Vulture article, “There Is No Safe Word,” and the blurred the lines between art, intimacy, and control.

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Alec Baldwin and What Really Happened on the Rust Set

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Today on Infamous, we cover the Alec Baldwin movie Rust, and Last Take: Rust and the Story of Halyna, a Hulu documentary that dives into the fatal on-set tragedy that claimed the life of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and left Hollywood reeling. We talk to Rachel Mason, the director, about her personal experience with Halyna, and the sensitive film she made about it.

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Encore: Anna Wintour and Fashion’s Discontent

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anna Wintour stepped down as editor-in-chief of Vogue last week, so we’re rerunning this great episode.

Whether it’s being eroded by fast fashion, climate change, or TikTok microtrends, the empire Wintour has long presided over is in flux. But where will Anna—and fashion—go next? We talk to veteran fashion journalist and Wintour biographer Amy Odell about Anna’s finsta, the time she was considered for an ambassadorship, and what she really thought of The Devil Wears Prada.

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Diddy Verdict Is Mixed

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

A federal jury has reached its verdict in the high-profile case against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Vanessa breaks down what it means with music journalist David Peisner, exploring why, unlike Hollywood, the music world has yet to confront its own culture of abuse.

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Rosé All Day, Plus Murder

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

What if your favorite summery wine had a dark past? This week, Vanessa sits down with journalist Chris Walker to talk about Blood Vines, the twisty true crime podcast he made with Scott Carney. It’s a story of wine fraud, federal agents, and a murder that rocked California’s vineyards.

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Mark Zuckerberg’s Gold Chain Era

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

These days Mark Zuckerberg is looking… a little different. Vanessa and Natalie dig into the evolution of one of the most powerful and enigmatic figures in tech with New York Times reporter Cecilia Kang, co-author of An Ugly Truth: Inside Facebook’s Battle for Domination. From hoodies to hydrofoils, they explore how Zuckerberg’s shifting image reflects deeper changes inside Facebook and Meta—and what it means for the rest of us.

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Inside The Diddy Trial

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

From Cassie to Kid Cudi, firebombs to designer scarves, Sean "Diddy" Combs’ ongoing court case has been filled with surreal and disturbing testimony. We talk to Complex reporter Shawn Setaro to find out what’s been going on in the courtroom at USA v. Sean Combs. What’s the most shocking thing his victims have alleged, and how has Diddy reacted? Follow Shawn Setaro on X at @SameOldShawn, and read his work at Complex.com

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The Ethics of Kid Rock

Thu, 29 May 2025 05:00:00 -0000

This week on Infamous, Vanessa dives into the wild and contradictory world of Kid Rock—once a chart-topping, genre-blending superstar, now a provocateur entangled in political stunts. She’s joined by writer David Peisner, who shares behind-the-scenes stories from his iconic Rolling Stone profile. Is Kid Rock a misunderstood rebel or just another troll in America's celebrity circus?

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Why Do Influencers Want To Be Trad Wives?

Thu, 22 May 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Natalie explores the rise of the “trad wife”—a woman who embraces traditional gender roles and 1950s-style domesticity—with Washington Post columnist Monica Hesse. From curated homemaking to cultural nostalgia, we unpack what this retro revival says about gender, identity, and the digital age.

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From Conned to Cupid I Part 3

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Kami thought she could help fix what Josh broke. But as she leaned on faith and tried to guide him back to honesty, she began to realize this wasn’t just a crisis of ethics. It was something darker, something unraveling.

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From Conned to Cupid I Part 2

Thu, 15 May 2025 00:16:00 -0000

As Kami finds meaning in faith and motherhood, Josh builds his charm offensive. He's winning friends and money, but for how long?

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From Conned to Cupid I Part 1

Wed, 14 May 2025 22:56:00 -0000

From the outside, Kami Verne’s life seemed perfect: a happy marriage, beautiful children, and a life full of love. But behind closed doors, cracks were starting to form.

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What If Joey Buttafuoco Was Your Dad?

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0000

This week, we’re sharing an episode from The Gratitudeology Podcast with Jamie Hess—the powerful story of Jessie Buttafuoco. Jamie Hess, a wonderful interviewer, listens as Jessie’s life turned into a media circus when her father’s mistress attempted to murder her mother. Years later, she is finally ready to tell her own story.

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A Bitcoin Mystery and the Crypto Bros

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Who created bitcoin? No one knows for sure. Journalist Ben Wallace joins Vanessa to discuss The Mysterious Mr. Nakamoto, his deep dive into the search for bitcoin’s elusive founder. From conspiracy theories and mistaken identities to lost fortunes and billion-dollar mysteries, we break down the wild world of meme coins, crypto scams, and the gambling culture of the internet.

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Who Sold Pam, Paris and Kim's Sex Tapes?

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Amanda Chicago Lewis discusses her investigative reporting career, including her work uncovering the theft of Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee's sex tape, which later became the basis for a Hulu series. She emphasizes how the public's portrayal of Pamela Anderson as a "villain" for the tape was incorrect. The discussion with Vanessa also touches on the broader impact of celebrity sex tapes, including the recent news involving Kevin Blatt and Kanye West.

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Murder at Lululemon | Part 4

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Lululemon is more than just leggings—it’s an ethos. In the final episode of Murder at Lululemon, Vanessa and Natalie examine the company’s goal-setting philosophy, and its ties to a seminar training company. Former employees share their experiences working inside Lululemon’s high-performance environment, revealing a world where retail meets personal transformation. (Lululemon did not respond to a list of reporting inquiries).

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Murder at Lululemon | Part 3

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0000

The police have a suspect. But now, they need a confession. In this episode, Vanessa and Natalie take you inside a tense police interrogation—where detectives push, and Brittany pushes back. Meanwhile, prosecutors start digging into her past, uncovering a troubling pattern of deception.

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Murder at Lululemon I Part 2

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0000

With media pressure mounting, detectives in Bethesda, Maryland, race to find the men responsible for the attack inside Lululemon. But as they chase down surveillance footage, sift through evidence, and follow tips, an unsettling pattern starts to emerge—one that doesn’t quite fit the story they’ve been told.

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Murder at Lululemon | Part 1

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0000

Lululemon built its brand on goal-setting, positivity, and high-performance culture. But in 2011, inside a store in Bethesda, Maryland, those neatly folded leggings became the backdrop for something far darker—a brutal, high-profile murder. In the first episode of this four-part series, Vanessa and Natalie take you inside the crime scene and share audio from police files. To learn more about the case, check out Dan Morse’s book The Yoga Store Murder.

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Narcissists, Psychopaths and People You Know

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0000

What explains the darkest corners of human behavior? In this episode, Vanessa and Natalie talk with psychologist Dr. Kate Balestrieri about the “dark triad”—psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism—and how these traits shape some of the infamous figures we’ve covered, from convicted cult leaders to alleged abusers. They explore the psychology behind these personalities, why they captivate us, and what it says about our culture.

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Blake Lively v. Justin Baldoni

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0000

In the summer of 2024, It Ends with Us hit theaters, but the film's promotional campaign was a mess. Blake Lively faced backlash for seeming out of touch, while her co-star Justin Baldoni took a more serious approach, highlighting the film’s focus on domestic violence. Months later, Lively filed a lawsuit, claiming she was deeply misrepresented. So, what really happened behind the scenes?

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Abercrombie’s Dark Side

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0000

This week on Infamous, we dive into the dark side of Abercrombie & Fitch. Once the ultimate symbol of early-aughts cool, the brand is now mired in shocking allegations against former CEO Mike Jeffries. Natalie sits down with White Hot filmmaker Alison Klayman and producer Colin Jones to unpack the rise and fall of Abercrombie, the culture it embodied, and the disturbing claims of exploitation that have come to light.

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Are the Menendez Brothers Guilty?

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0000

Are the Menendez brothers guilty of cold-blooded murder, or were they victims pushed to a breaking point? In this episode, attorney and newsman Jesse Weber dives into the shocking 1989 case with Lily and Vanessa, exploring the evidence, trial, and emotional testimonies that gripped the nation.

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Infamous's 100th Episode!

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000

This week, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey so far. Natalie and Vanessa talk about why they wanted to make this podcast, their favorite episodes including the first one (Girls Gone Wild), all the way through the fall of Ruby Franke.

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Usher's Confessions (feat. Diddy)

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Natalie and Vanessa sit down with Jazmine Hughes, celebrated writer and cultural commentator, to dive into her deep admiration for R&B legend Usher, plus the questions around his relationship with Diddy. From "Yeah!" to Confessions and beyond, Jazmine unpacks Usher's enduring impact on music, pop culture, and Diddy's current legal troubles.

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Encore: Plumping Profits? A Kardashian Scandal | Part 3

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Vanessa Grigoriadis and Natalie Robehmed discuss their experiences interviewing Kim Kardashian and tackle the big questions: Why were PETA activists at Kim’s book signing? What was Kanye’s role in her Forbes cover photo outfit? And how has this media-savvy family managed to keep us all under their spell for so long?

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Encore: Plumping Profits? A Kardashian Scandal | Part 2

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 06:30:00 -0000

When Kylie Jenner lands on the cover of Forbes magazine, it sparks a debate over the definition of self-made. And when Kylie Cosmetics gets acquired, it seems like reality TV’s first family may have not been upfront.

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Encore: Plumping Profits? A Kardashian Scandal | Part 1

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000

When Kylie Jenner launches her lip kits of matching lipsticks and lip liners, it appears the youngest Kardashian-Jenner is suddenly at the helm of a sky-rocketing makeup company — one that catches the interest of Forbes magazine. But the truth may be more complicated.

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Martha Stewart Called Her Dead

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we talk to OG newspaper columnist Andrea Peyser about Martha Stewart’s candid remarks about her, as revealed in a recent documentary. We explore Peyser's perspective on Stewart's sharp criticism and how Peyser felt during Stewart's legal troubles. Tune in as we analyze the complex dynamic between media figures and the power of their narratives.

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From Panic to Peace: Ten Percent Happier’s Dan Harris

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Ten Percent Happier’s Dan Harris is a former ABC News journalist who became a leading advocate for meditation and mindfulness after experiencing a live on-air panic attack in 2004. On his Substack, which you can read/listen to here, he explains how he went on a healthier path to well-being. His journey led him to meditation, which he credits with helping him achieve a happier and more balanced life.

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Grey’s Anatomy of Lies

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Natalie and Vanessa talk to Evgenia Peretz about Peacock's Anatomy of Lies, which is well worth watching now. Directed and produced by Evgenia and David Schisgall, Anatomy of Lies provides a thorough exploration of a Grey’s Anatomy writer’s ascent in Hollywood, the complex network of falsehoods she created, and the aftermath as her deceit was uncovered.

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The Business of Body Brokering

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000

In this chilling episode of Infamous, Vanessa speaks with Ashley Fantz—the journalist behind the podcast Body Brokers—and dives into the hidden world of body brokering, a disturbing industry where human remains are bought and sold for profit. Through her investigation into the shocking story of a mother-daughter-run funeral home in Colorado, Ashley uncovered a reality that forces us to ask: what really happens to our bodies after death? To learn more about the South Florida Willed Body Program, visit https://med.miami.edu/programs/sofab/body-donation

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Secrets of a Millionaire Matchmaker

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000

In a world where dating apps rule—but leave many feeling disillusioned and drained—it’s easy to wonder if there’s a better way to find love. Amy Van Doren, a New York City matchmaker who founded the Modern Love Club, talks about her nearly two decades of experience catering to high-profile clients and how to find real romance.

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Johnny Depp's Bromance

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Natalie dives into the unbelievable yet true story of how Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman formed an unlikely bond with Hollywood icon Johnny Depp. Bradley Hope, who founded Project Brazen, talks about how Depp found himself welcomed into the prince's inner circle in a tale that blurs the lines between celebrity, power, and intrigue.

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The Secret Therapy Group In Boston Public Schools I Part 3

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Natalie and Vanessa discuss the way therapy rose in our culture over the past 20 years, and catch up with two women who grew up in co-counseling.

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The Secret Therapy Group In Boston Public Schools I Part 2

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000

We examine trouble in the Boston school system, particularly the Boston Student Advisory Council, when a youth worker was found practicing co-counseling with minors without parental consent. We hear the story of student Keondre McClay, who felt pressured to attend an overnight retreat where he was asked by white adults to physically express his emotions as a way to address his trauma from racial experiences.

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The Secret Therapy Group In Boston Public Schools I Part I

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we explore Re-evaluation Counseling (RC), a group that promotes emotional release as a way to heal psychological wounds. Originating in the 1950s, RC encourages individuals to process their emotions through crying, shaking, or laughing, while also framing itself as a movement for social change.

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How Ethical is "Love is Blind?"

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Natalie's talking today to Pulitzer Prize-winner Emily Nussbaum, author of bestselling book Cue the Sun, about reality TV. From Love Island to Scandoval to Love is Blind, reality TV is more than a guilty pleasure - it's a powerful mirror of society itself.

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Elon Musk's Existential Crisis

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000

How did the leader of Tesla and SpaceX turn into a late-night Twitter addict? A onetime tech optimist, Elon, father of 12 children and all around angsty guy, has a darker cast of mind today. Natalie talks to Ryan Mac, who co-authored Character Limit, a book about Elon and Twitter.

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Matthew Perry, A Lost Friend

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Matthew Perry was a beloved star making a million dollars an episode on Friends. But he could never shake his addiction to drugs, and died at 54 years old after taking ketamine in his backyard hot tub.

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Scandal at Lululemon

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Lululemon’s expensive leggings propelled the company to a $29 billion market cap and made its founder, Chip Wilson, a billionaire. But Lululemon also has had its fair share of scandals, including some comments from Chip about who should – or should not – wear its clothes.

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Kelly and the Satanic Panic: How Memory Works I Part 5

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Can we trust our own memories? Vanessa and Natalie hear from memory experts to dig into the ideas of repressed and false memory that came up in the Kelly Michaels story. They also discuss how the themes in this story are still relevant today – from Lil Nas X to Pizzagate.

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Kelly and the Satanic Panic | Part 4

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 16:30:00 -0000

After years in prison, Kelly is finally free. But what about those on the other side of the table? Does it matter whether or not Kelly is innocent, if they believe she isn’t? Experts weigh in on the role memory plays in cases like Kelly’s, and what the Satanic panic can teach us about the moral panics of today.

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Kelly and the Satanic Panic | Part 3

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Not long ago, Kelly Michaels was a daycare worker and aspiring actor; now, she’s locked in a prison cell, in solitary confinement, struggling to hold on to her sanity. Meanwhile, some journalists and activists are beginning to see a pattern in all the bizarre allegations against daycare workers around the country — and they take an interest in Kelly’s case. Something smells fishy, and they soon help Kelly in her plight to prove her innocence.

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Kelly and the Satanic Panic | Part 2

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 05:30:00 -0000

Advances in developmental psychology dispel the popular belief that children should be seen and not heard. And as news reports surface of danger, parents are anxious to hear what their kids have to say. When a child from Wee Care Nursery School mentions something suspicious about his former teacher, Kelly, the authorities leap into action. Accusations multiply, and suddenly, parents aren’t just listening to their children; they might unwittingly be telling them what to say.

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Kelly and the Satanic Panic | Part 1

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000

For Kelly Michaels, all of history is a Tolkien-like battle between a small number of heroes and villains. Most of us are hobbits — the in-between folks, just trying to get by. Kelly, who makes a modest living at Wee Care Nursery School in Maplewood, New Jersey, considers herself an ordinary hobbit. That is, until she — like Frodo — gets swept up in a battle, as panic sweeps the nation over a surge in Satanism.

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Mr. Beast's Reckoning

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000

How did a shy teenager from North Carolina become one of the biggest YouTubers in the world, making more than 80 million dollars a year? In this episode, Vanessa talks to Proof News founder Julia Angwin, plus MrBeast expert, her eight-year-old son, to discuss MrBeast’s superfame and the new genre he pioneered: philanthropy as entertainment. Read more about Julia's new venture and how she is remaking news on YouTube, at proofnews.or g.

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America's Sweethearts? The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' Story

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000

From wage discrimination to dangerous weight loss methods to personal safety concerns, the scandals that have rocked the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders over the past half century touch on almost every issue in contemporary feminist discourse.

This week, Vanessa and Natalie talk to Sarah Hepola, creator of the Texas Monthly podcast America’s Girls and author of Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget. Sarah looks back at the history of the beloved cheerleading team, the complicated place they hold in our culture, and what those cheerleaders meant to her as a young girl growing up in Texas.

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The Inside Story of Victoria’s Secret

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0000

After a multi-year hiatus, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show has returned, but it’s nothing like it used to be. Natalie attended the show in 2015 with celebs like Kris Jenner and Selena Gomez, but a lot has happened to the brand since then, including the bombshell revelation about the owner Les Wexner’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Vanessa reunites with Fallen Angel co-creator Justine Harman to tell the shocking story of the world’s most infamous lingerie brand.

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Is it OK for Taylor Swift To Fly Private?

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Earlier this year, a door fell blew off of a Boeing 737 Max mid-flight, and there's now a massive investigation into Boeing, one of the largest producers of airplanes in the world. This wasn’t the first time a Boeing plane malfunctioned during a flight – in fact, it turns out the company has been nosediving for years. Aviation writer Jeff Wise tells us what happened at Boeing, what’s being done about it, and if it’s safe to fly.

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The Truth About Ruby Franke | Part 6

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Ruby and Jodi are both serving their prison sentences, but was this tragic story a microcosm of a larger problem? Vanessa and Natalie listen back to some new jail tapes and other audio recordings and discuss the difficult question of who is ultimately responsible for what happened — and what it will take to protect children online in the future.

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The Truth About Ruby Franke | Part 5

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000

This episode is free on 7/11. After they are arrested for harming Ruby's children, Ruby and Jodi head to court to fight the charges against them. Ruby seemingly has another revelation, one that leads her to turn on Jodi. But who is really to blame for all the abuse?

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The Truth About Ruby Franke | Part 4

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000

This episode is free on 7/4. Through a series of religious visions, Jodi and Ruby become convinced that there is a war between good and evil, and that Ruby's children are agents of the devil. They begin to treat the kids with a new level of cruelty. With Ruby’s husband Kevin estranged, who will save them?

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The Truth About Ruby Franke | Part 3

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000

This episode is free on 6/27. Ruby's parenting techniques start to spark backlash online, and when her YouTube career collapses, Ruby joins Jodi's Connexions empire. We take a deep dive into Jodi's family therapy business and hear from some of her past clients, including Ruby's husband Kevin, who reveals that something very strange is going on with Jodi.

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The Truth About Ruby Franke | Part 2

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Ruby gains a reputation for being strict with her kids, in contrast to the popular practice of gentle parenting. But when she starts having trouble with her eldest son, and with her husband Kevin, Ruby turns to a Mormon family therapist named Jodi Hildebrandt.

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The Truth About Ruby Franke | Part 1

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Stay-at-home mom Ruby Franke starts a YouTube channel, joining a popular niche of Mormon women sharing their lives online as mommy vloggers. While Ruby gains a following for her videos of the everyday life of a big Mormon family, we hear from Ruby's former neighbor, who sensed that something dark was going on in her home.

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Are We Banning TikTok?

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Technology and culture writer Taylor Lorenz joins Vanessa and Natalie to discuss TikTok, its addictive algorithm, and what’s behind the U.S. ban of the app. Is TikTok really an instrument of insidious espionage and control, or are lawmakers just scared of Gen Z activism? What will banning the app really mean—and what precedent will it set?

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The Rise and Fall of Glossier, The Wing And GirlBosses

Thu, 30 May 2024 05:00:00 -0000

This week we’re talking about girlbosses, a very specific set of highly-marketable young women who ran businesses like Glossier, Nasty Gal, and The Wing. Where did the Girlboss come from? Is she a second-wave feminist nightmare dressed like a daydream? And what led to her downfall? Marisa Meltzer, the author of Glossy: The Inside Story of Glossier, joins us.

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Hollywood Spirituality: The Case of Jay Shetty

Thu, 16 May 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian, Tom Holland, Michelle Obama — these are just some of the celebrities who’ve fallen under the spell of Jay Shetty, the former monk whose journey to digital superstardom has recently come under fire. Peel back the Instagram filters and you’ll start to see allegations of plagiarism and bizarre half-truths. This week, Vanessa talks to John McDermott — the journalist who broke the Jay Shetty story — about the blurred lines between authentic spiritual experience and the manufactured appeal of "McSpirituality".

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Tory Burch, Retail Revenge I Part 3

Thu, 09 May 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Tensions worsen between Tory and Chris after Chris launches his own fashion company, C. Wonder. The two battle it out in court before reaching a private settlement and continuing to their next ventures.

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Tory Burch, Retail Revenge I Part 2

Thu, 02 May 2024 05:30:00 -0000

Fractures appear in Chris and Tory’s marriage and in business relationship. When Chris tries to convince his soon-to-be ex-wife to offer cheap knockoffs of her affordable luxury clothing line, Tory refuses. But if Chris can’t move Tory, it seems he’ll find another way to get what he wants.

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Tory Burch, Retail Revenge I Part 1

Thu, 02 May 2024 05:00:00 -0000

“It” couple Chris and Tory Burch launch a wildly successful clothing company that reflects Tory’s signature boho-preppy style. When Oprah catches wind of the stylish but sensible clothing line, Tory quickly becomes one of the biggest fashion designers of her generation.

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College Part 2: How the Rich and Famous Do It

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0000

As some students hear back from colleges this spring, Vanessa and Natalie dig deeper into the admissions hysteria, obsession, and scandal. The Varsity Blues case might have cracked open an illegal underworld of corrupt deals—but there are plenty of perfectly legal ways privileged parents bend the system to their will. Think test prep, tutors, and college coaches who charge hundreds of thousands of dollars to text kids reminding them to turn in their math homework. Today, Vanessa talks to Sarah Bernstein, playwright, college essay writing coach, and author of the New York Times story, “Elite College Admissions Have Turned Students Into Brands.”

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College Part 1: Felicity Huffman’s Desperate Crime

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0000

In 2019, a case called Varsity Blues cracked open college admissions, revealing a nexus of corrupt athletic coaches and celebrity parents willing to spend hundreds of thousands to guarantee their children spots at top schools. At the center of the scandal was a shady, smooth-talking con-artist named Rick Singer, primed to take advantage of parents’ insecurities, fears, and ambitions for their children. In this episode, Vanessa talks with Eric Rosen, the prosecutor in the Varsity Blues case, about the juicy details—from finding Singer to wire tapping his phone—and reflects on what this case tells us about U.S. colleges and the admissions process today.

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The Love of Diddy's Life

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0000

In the 90s, you couldn’t escape rapper and record executive Sean Love Combs (aka Puff Daddy or P. Diddy) and his hit songs like “It's All About the Benjamins.” Now Combs is back in the spotlight, but for far darker reasons: a series of sex trafficking and abuse claims. This week, we’re delving into Combs’s decades-long relationship with the late Kim Porter, a model, singer, and actress.

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Inside Meghan Markle + Kate Middleton I Part 3

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000

While Natalie and Vanessa were researching Meghan Markle, another royal scandal took over the internet. Kate Middleton disappeared from public view, unleashing a flood of speculation and conspiracy theories, only to reappear with the shocking and emotional revelation that she has a cancer diagnosis. Natalie and Vanessa chat with Anna Pasternak, a fantastic biographer who profiled the Duchess of Cambridge in a controversial Tatler piece, and look at the complex relationship between the press and the monarchy in Great Britain.

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Inside Meghan Markle's Media Chess Game | Part 2

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000

The only family that might be messier than Megan Markle’s? Her husband’s. This week, we’re diving into the royals, and how the firm’s staid, slow, and highly invasive rules clashed with Meghan’s swift, go-getter, Hollywood style. Plus, we’ll tell you about the time Meghan promised to do the calligraphy for journalist Justine Harman's wedding invitations.

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Inside Meghan Markle's Media Chess Game | Part 1

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000

With Kate Middleton's "disappearance" in the headlines, we investigate another Princess who absconded: Meghan Markle. But the real question is, who is Meghan? Is she a fearless advocate speaking out against an antiquated institution? Or an opportunist obsessed with managing her public image? Or…both? This week, we’re investigating Meghan’s complicated, layered family drama, from public conflict with her half-sister Samantha to her dad’s staged paparazzi photos. Vanessa gives us the inside scoop based on her reporting on Meghan for Vanity Fair and The Cut.

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Is the Lohanissance Real?

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0000

How did Lindsay Lohan go from starring alongside Meryl Streep and Jamie Lee Curtis to doing court-ordered community service at the LA county morgue? Vanessa and Natalie are joined by journalists Evgenia Peretz and Brennan Kilbane, and photographer Jill Ishkanian, to trace Lindsay’s rise, fall, and the cycle of screwups and comeback attempts she’s been on ever since. Could a Lohanaissaince finally be upon us?

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Viral Stories: The Instagram Star and the Science Founder

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000

In an age where we’re all defined by our digital presence, social media savvy can be a kind of superpower. This week, Vanessa interviews Caroline Calloway, the scammer sensation who spent her pandemic trying to bounce back from a viral article that convinced the world she was a hack. (But maybe also made her famous?) Vanessa also introduces us to Peter Bogner, who was in a lengthy back and forth with reporters over issues with a Covid database.

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Justin Bieber’s Breathwork Santa

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000

In the last decade, the “Iceman” Wim Hof has become a household name. Orlando Bloom to Oprah Winfrey have practiced his method, which includes daily cold plunges and hyperventilation breath work. But despite intense success, could Wim Hof be responsible for encouraging practices known to be dangerous — and even deadly? In this episode, Vanessa interviews investigative journalist Scott Carney, who has been looking into deaths related to Wim’s method.

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Kendall Jenner, AI and Sex Before OnlyFans

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000

How is technology shifting how we think about sex? Can our virtual lives shape sex IRL? To explore these questions, Vanessa travels back to the 90s, recalling the week she spent at the very first cam girl house. Then she investigates the origins of chatroom sex and an early incident of harassment in cyberspace. Finally, she takes a look at the next chapter of sex online—from virtual boyfriends to dirty-talking ChatGPT clones.

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"Fifty Shades" of Fiasco

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0000

E. L. James, author of the Fifty Shades of Grey novels, steps into the shoes of her domineering protagonist when she is given an unprecedented level of control over her series’ movie adaptations. Would-be Fifty Shades screenwriter Bret Easton Ellis (American Psycho) weighs in on the behind-the-scenes drama.

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Mean Girls: The Real Regina George Speaks For the First Time

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0000

You probably know Tina Fey’s iconic camp masterpiece, Mean Girls—but do you know the real-life story behind the screenplay? In this episode, Vanessa and Natalie talk to Zoe Nightingale, the original Regina George, about high school. They also talk to Zoe’s sister, Rosalind Wiseman, a sociologist who wrote Queen Bees and Wannabees, the deeply-researched sociological tome that inspired the movie.

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Robbing Paris Hilton: The Bling Ring

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0000

After breaking into celebrity homes and stealing millions of dollars in cash and luxury goods, a group of teenagers becomes famous themselves as the Bling Ring. In this episode, Vanessa interviews Allen Salkin, one of the first reporters to cover the group. Vanessa, Natalie, and Allen dissect parasocial relationships, the psychology behind theft, and what it’s like to live in a place like Calabasas, where celebrity culture and excessive wealth is so close you can almost touch it…almost.

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Taylor Swift Before She Was Famous | Part 4

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0000

For the final episode on Taylor Swift, Vanessa and Natalie get caught up on what's going on in Taylor's life today. We'll hear about the epic battle between the Gaylors and the Hetlors, and how Taylor's relationship with football star Travis Kelce has brought Americans together. We'll also talk to the journalist who visited Taylor's favorite New York restaurants and hounded the waitstaff for details about the pop queen’s dining escapades. Featuring Larrison Campbell, Nicole Boyce, and Rachel Handler.

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Taylor Swift Before She Was Famous | Part 3

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0000

Taylor reemerges after the Kanye incident with her hard-hitting album Reputation. The reception is mixed, but Taylor’s made a big statement: she’s not just a little girl anymore. Vanessa, Natalie, and Rolling Stone senior writer Brittany Spanos take a close look at Taylor’s redemption arc.

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Taylor Swift Before She Was Famous | Part 2

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0000

After Vanessa finished writing about Taylor in 2009, Natalie would start following Taylor’s career while working at Forbes, and would discover not only a talented artist, but a savvy businesswoman. Brittany Spanos, senior writer at Rolling Stone, joins the conversation to talk about the various feuds Taylor has had — including Kanye’s infamous VMA interruption and her artistic differences with Scott Borchetta. As the once bullied middle school girl immortalizes each fight and breakup in chart-topping songs, has Taylor gone from bullied to bully?

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Taylor Swift Before She Was Famous | Part 1

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0000

Believe it or not, there was a time when Taylor Swift wasn’t the most famous person on the planet. She was just an up-and-coming country prodigy thrilled to land a cameo on her favorite TV show. During this time, Vanessa spent hours with her, in multiple cities, even on the set of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. Listen to the never-before-heard recordings of their time together as Vanessa and Natalie look back on the early days of Taylor’s epic career.

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Gwyneth Paltrow's Ski Trial | Part 3

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 16:42:00 -0000

Renowned Gwynethologist and Fleishman is in Trouble creator Taffy Brodesser-Akner joins Vanessa to talk about how Gwyneth became a one-of-a-kind cultural icon. Taffy tells all about offering Gwyneth a gas station brand cigarette and getting too drunk in her picturesque Los Angeles home. Plus, Taffy and Vanessa swap stories about rap star and infamously volatile interviewee Nicki Minaj.

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Gwyneth Paltrow's Ski Trial | Part 2

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:43:00 -0000

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Gwyneth Paltrow's Ski Trial | Part 1

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Gwyneth Paltrow is as famous for her luxury lifestyle as she is for her movies. But when she collides with a man on a ski slope in Park City, Utah, she finds herself in a real-life high-end whodunnit, where fact is stranger than fiction.

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Revealing Victoria’s Secret

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000

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Vince McMahon, The Rock, and the WWE's Reality Show for Men

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Vince McMahon — the mastermind behind the WWE, who put stars like Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Hulk Hogan on the map — has been traveling a rocky road the last few years. In this week’s episode, Campside’s own Anthony Pucillo talks with Vanessa about his time as a writer for the WWE, what goes on behind the scenes, and whether or not McMahon will stay down for the count. Plus, Natalie reminisces about the time The Rock drove her around town in a pickup truck.

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The Pickup Artist Uncovered | Part 3

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Vanessa invites psychoanalyst Robin Kirman to talk about Jared’s story and to answer some of the burning questions it raises. Like, how do all those pickup artist tricks work? What the heck was wrong with Jared? And in a world where pickup artists can be hard to spot, how do we find partners we won’t regret?

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The Pickup Artist Uncovered | Part 2

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Rachel goes to meet the most hated man in Asheville to hear his side of the story. Jared is ready to make amends with the women he’s wronged, but the only person who wants to hear him out is a six-foot-something martial arts instructor who makes a pretty surprising proposition to Rachel. When Jared finally leaves Asheville behind, where will he go next? And will he learn from his mistakes?

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The Pickup Artist Uncovered | Part 1

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Waking Life Espresso is one of the most beloved, locally-owned coffee shops in Asheville, North Carolina. That is, until an anonymous online sleuth discovers that its owner, Jared Rutledge, is a wannabe manosphere influencer who’s been posting intimate details about his sexual partners online. Now, there are picketers outside. Guest host Rachel Monroe sits down with the women Jared exposes online to get to the bottom of this shocking story.

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What Is an 'Emotional Truth'?

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Good looking, charismatic, and experienced, comedian and political commentator Hasan Minhaj is reportedly a frontrunner for Trevor Noah's hosting slot at The Daily Show. But when a writer starts looking into some of his standup stories, she realizes that he may be telling tall tales. This week, Natalie talks to New Yorker staff writer Clare Malone about her reporting on the scandal, and what questions it raises about comedy’s increasingly complicated relationship to truth. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your podcasts. A Campside Media & Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Why Are Mindy Kaling and Kim Kardashian So Thin?

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -0000

In a matter of months, the diabetes drug Ozempic has become a household name, and the Danish pharmaceutical company that produces it has achieved a market cap that exceeds the size of its country’s economy — all because it can make people really, really skinny. Journalist Jo Piazza joins Vanessa and Natalie to discuss Ozempic, the celebrities who may or may not be taking it, and how this drug may change our world in the future.

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Politics Collection: The Brothers Cuomo | Part 2

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000

This episode will be released for free starting September 14th. With so few leaders to turn to in this time of crisis, the public is willing to overlook Andrew Cuomo’s storied history of corruption scandals. But soon, the governor’s decisions will catch up to him, and to his family. A potentially fatal nursing home policy, a lucrative book deal, a slate of alleged harassment allegations — which scandal will finally take down America’s governor? And after his dynasty has fallen, what will he do to rebuild it?

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Politics Collection: The Brothers Cuomo | Part 1

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000

This episode will be released for free starting September 7th. In the confusing, scary early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, one question captured the imagination of millions: Does New York’s Governor Andrew Cuomo have nipple rings? Vanessa talks to several journalists, including nipplegate reporter Olivia Nuzzi and Chris Smith, to learn how the Cuomo family became a political dynasty, and how a single virus launched one Cuomo son to worldwide celebrity.

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Barbie’s Dream House and NYC’s Private School Nightmare

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Today, there are two stories on Infamous. First, Vanessa talks to Decoder Ring's Willa Paskin about the event of the summer — the Barbie movie — and learns about Barbie's bizarre origin story, how she's evolved since the late fifties, and what's next for the Barbie franchise.

Then, Gabe Sherman returns to talk about a major scandal at one of the most elite private high schools in the country: Horace Mann. This school, where politicians, celebrities and financiers send their kids, turns into a pressure cooker when students, teachers, and the board find themselves in conflict over some disturbing Facebook posts and a teacher's roman à clef.

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Bernie Madoff, Line One

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0000

After notorious Wall Street scammer Bernie Madoff was sentenced to prison, he refused to speak with the media. But journalist Steve Fishman took that as a challenge. So he sent letters to every single other inmate at the facility, asking for an introduction to Madoff. And after months of asking around, Fishman finally got the call he’d been waiting for.

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Sergey Brin and the 23andMe Story | Part 3

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Philosophy queen Virginia Heffernan looks back on her experience wearing Google Glass and on the product’s ultimate failure, then considers what the fiasco can tell us about the current state of technology. How do the human weaknesses of Bezos and Musk influence the products they sell to us? And is the reign of these Silicon Valley titans coming to an end?

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Sergey Brin and the 23andMe Story | Part 2

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Newly aware of his increased risk for Parkinson’s Disease, Sergey is in a hurry to make a mark on the world with a new, cutting-edge technology: Google Glass. Except, what is Google Glass for? And why is it so…uncool? Sergey’s making reckless decisions in business, and in love. When he begins an affair with a much younger employee, there is collateral damage.

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Sergey Brin and the 23andMe Story | Part 1

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0000

With the meteoric rise of Google in the early aughts, Anne Wojcicki and Sergey Brin became one of the wealthiest power couples in Silicon Valley. But when Anne strikes out to start her very own biotechnology company 23andMe, some critics question Sergey’s role in her success. Then, a DNA testing kit produces a troubling result that will change Sergey’s life.

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Politics Collection, Bill Clinton's Body Man I Part 2

Thu, 25 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000

When Doug Band got between Bill Clinton and his daughter Chelsea, his rising star fell like a rock. Soon he found himself on the outside of an empire he'd helped to build.

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Politics Collection: Bill Clinton's Body Man I Part 1

Thu, 18 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000

After the presidency, Bill Clinton's reputation wasn't faring well, and neither were his finances. But his long-time assistant, Doug Band, figured out a way to solve all of that. And in doing so, he got incredibly wealthy. A story of social climbing and verve.

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Politics Collection, Fool Me Twice | Part 3 + Maria Butina Speaks

Thu, 11 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Paul is arrested and must defend his schemes over the years. Victims speak out about being played by Erickson for years, but apologies and contrition aren’t exactly his style.

UPDATE 10/11: After we published these episodes, Maria Butina reached out to tell her side of the story. Stay tuned after the episode for an exclusive interview.

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Politics Collection, Fool Me Twice: A 'Russian Spy' and a South Dakotan Operative Fall in Love I Part 2

Thu, 04 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000

The Feds come down on Paul’s girlfriend Maria Butina, and the truth of her connections in Russia spill into the open. But Paul’s past isn’t squeaky clean either, and begins to draw attention from the FBI.

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Politics Collection, Fool Me Twice: A 'Russian Spy' and a South Dakotan Operative Fall in Love I Part 1

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Paul Erickson made headlines in 2017 when it was revealed that his Russian girlfriend, Maria Butina, could’ve been a spy who was using him to gain access to the highest levels of the Republican Party. Two years later, he was arrested for wire fraud and money laundering. But it seems like this may just be scratching the surface of Paul’s life.

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The Juggalette

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0000

Few musical acts have played the heel as well as the Insane Clown Posse. In 2011, the FBI even classified Juggalos, the group’s rabid fans, as a criminal gang. But still, every year, tens of thousands of fans make a pilgrimage to Legend Valley, Ohio, for a week of all-out debauchery. Zoe Nightingale reports from inside America’s most notorious music festival.

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Politics Collection: “Little Miss Run Amok” I Part 3

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000

Judith Miller is publicly taken to task by her own editors. But when she’s entangled in a scandal, being fired from the Times ends up being the least of her problems.

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Politics Collection: “Little Miss Run Amok” I Part 2

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000

Judith Miller doubles down on finding evidence for WMD and heads to Iraq with the military to find them herself. But while she’s away in Iraq, the New York Times faces its biggest scandal in years.

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Politics Collection: “Little Miss Run Amok” I Part 1

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000

The New York Times undergoes changes after 9/11, and Judith Miller is on the cutting edge of war on terror reporting. When the Bush administration begins raising alarm about weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, Judy begins finding evidence for their claims. Only thing is, her reporting is based on a lie.

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NXIVM’s Inner Circle I Part 6

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000

We deep dive into the heiress who bankrolled NXIVM, Clare Bronfman, talking about what psychological factors were at play when she became entrenched in the cult, and the turmoil her involvement sparked.

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NXIVM’s Inner Circle | Part 5

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0000

India Oxenberg talks about what was happening behind the scenes in NXIVM when they granted Vanessa access, India’s difficult but rewarding healing journey, and why stories like this one continue to fascinate and provoke.

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NXIVM’s Inner Circle | Part 4

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0000

At a NXIVM summit, Vanessa begins to suspect that her exclusive access is a sham. No one, it seems, is being honest. When the federal indictments are finally released, she’ll learn exactly what everyone has been lying about and discover the chilling truths the lies concealed.

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NXIVM’s Inner Circle | Part 3

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0000

It turns out that NXIVM has bigger problems on their hands than just some bad press. Vanessa flies to Guadalajara, to meet their leader, supposed genius and Ayn Rand super-fan Keith Raniere, ahead of his indictment.

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NXIVM’s Inner Circle | Part 2

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0000

Vanessa meets more higher-ups in NXIVM, like Nancy Salzman, and learns about JNess, NXIVM’s all-female empowerment subgroup. Disturbing details crop up, and the darkest allegations against the company begin to come to light.

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NXIVM’s Inner Circle | Part 1

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0000

News leaks that someone in the self-help group NXIVM has branded female members with their leader’s initials. Now, the nation believes they are a cult. In the hopes of changing the narrative, NXIVM gives Vanessa exclusive access to the group’s top members, like Seagram’s heir Clare Bronfman.

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Politics Collection: From Death Threats to Dinner | Part 2

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0000

Gabriel Sherman has a front-row seat to Bannon’s turbulent final days in the White House. As he chronicles Bannon’s attempt at gaining supremacy again, Gabe travels the world with Bannon via private jet. But who’s benefiting from this situation?

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Politics Collection: From Death Threats to Dinner | Part 1

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0000

Gabriel Sherman tells Vanessa the story of his relationship with Steven Bannon, executive chairman of Breitbart News and briefly chief White House strategist for Donald Trump. Bannon launches an elaborate smear campaign against Gabe–and then Gabe receives an invitation he didn’t expect.

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Boy Gone Wild | Part 6

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0000

Vanessa sits down with author and former porn model Lux Alptraum to discuss how pornography has changed over the decades, whether what happens in culture influences what we desire in the bedroom, and the difficult question of whether Girls Gone Wild flashers were being exploited.

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Boy Gone Wild | Part 5

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0000

As the internet shifts the porn landscape, the Girls Gone Wild empire begins to falter, and Joe’s legal and financial troubles worsen. Joe moves to Mexico, but why?

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Boy Gone Wild: The 'Girls Gone Wild' Empire's Fall | Part 4

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0000

After months of hearing from Riley Perez, Joe Francis finally gets a tip from an unlikely source that could lead him to the perpetrator. But as the justice system starts to close in, Joe faces some legal troubles of his own.

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Boy Gone Wild | Part 3

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0000

Since his Girls Gone Wild franchise has taken off, Joe Francis has been swimming in cash and partying with the biggest celebs of the early aughts. But one night, Riley Perez breaks into Joe’s Bel-Air home, and uses some unconventional tactics.

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Boy Gone Wild | Part 2

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 06:30:00 -0000

Joe Francis says his Girls Gone Wild videos are documentaries and therefore protected by the First Amendment. Panama City Beach Mayor Lee Sullivan says otherwise. A battle commences between two big personalities, and neither is backing down.

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Boy Gone Wild | Part 1

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0000

Girls Gone Wild VHS tapes were a staple of early-2000s late-night TV. But who was being featured on the risqué videos? And who was the man behind the camera? Vanessa flies to Panama City Beach, Florida, to find out.

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