Podcast
Jam Session
Jam Session is where pop culture lives. Join Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins every week, as they unpack the biggest celebrity headlines, viral moments, award show highlights, book culture, internet drama, and entertainment news you can't stop scrolling past. Whether we're revisiting legendary tabloid scandals, breaking down the latest industry moves, or discussing the stars everyone's talking about, we've got you covered with insight, humor, and all the details that matter.
- Episodes
- 890
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 1 hr
- On air since
- 2019
- Latest episode
- 2 weeks ago
Episodes
890 episodes, newest first
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1 hr 7 min
Will Taylor Swift Win an Oscar? And Other Swiftie Highlights With Nora Princiotti.
Show notes
Juliet is under the weather, so for today’s episode Amanda is joined by the co-host of the We’re Obsessed podcast, Nora Princiotti! They begin their chat with some Taylor Swift news, including her appearance at the Academy Awards Gala and the developments of her newlywed life (01:47). They review the performances from (and question the continued existence of) the Victoria Secret Fashion Show (32:33), before exploring the pop-culture moment of the Nathan Fielder and Elizabeth Holmes documentary (43:08), and talk about the delightful return of ‘Girls’ (46:50). They then end the show with Feedback and Follow-Up (53:12).
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Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Nora Pr inciotti
Producer: Ashleigh Smith
Production Support: Remy Hernandez and Sarah Reddy
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55 min
Kelly Clarkson Vs. Art of Play: A Close Reading
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Amanda and Juliet debrief and give their reactions to the ever-growing beef between Kelly Clarkson and the owner of Art of Play (00:49). Then, they talk about Tobey Maguire’s role at Jennifer Meyer’s wedding (31:21) and the depressing news of Selma Blair’s arrest (33:57), and review Julianna Moore’s amazing new apartment (39:21). They then wrap the show with Feedback and Follow-up (46:48).
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Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Ashleigh Smith
Production Support: Remy Hernandez and Sarah Reddy
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45 min
Things That Aren’t Remotely Depressing
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Amanda and Juliet counter the broader world with their own list, “things that aren’t remotely depressing.” They talk about the most joyful TikTok moment out of Paris Fashion Week (06:37), Amanda’s pierced ears (13:05), and the latest Ben Affleck interview (35:10). Then, they wrap up the show with kid-related not depressing things (37:00).
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Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Ashleigh Smith
Production Support: Remy Hernandez & Sarah Reddy
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52 min
What’s Going on With Aaron Sorkin's Tan?
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, the ladies kick things off with some quick updates on their current reading lists before diving into the week’s biggest pop culture moments. First, they discuss Aaron Sorkin’s very tan look (6:37) and Tom Cruise making the rounds for his 'Digger' press tour, including an appearance on 'The Jennifer Hudson Show' and that interesting tunnel dance (18:00). Next, Taylor Swift has new music and makes her rounds at the 2026 VMAs (26:51). Then, it’s time for some royal news, including Harry and Meghan’s move and the new memoir from Princess Diana’s brother Charles Spencer, 'Swan Song: Diana, My Sister' (35:00). Finally, they wrap things up with Feedback and Follow-Up (38:38).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade Whaley
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1 hr 1 min
Mean Mom Chat: Meghan Markle Edition. Plus, Channing Tatum’s Burner and Julia Stiles Is Cool Again
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Amanda and Juliet begin with the latest Meghan Markle news, which leads to a discussion about etiquette of screenshotting the mom group chat (05:39). Then they move on to The Cut’s coverage of Amy Griffin’s (20:11). Then, they investigate Channing Tatum’s possible burner account (37:22), Travis Kelce to falling victim to a Ponzi scheme (39:58), and the iconic return of Julia Stiles (42:01) before ending the show with Feedback and Follow-Up (51:33).
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Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Ashleigh Smith
Production Support: Remy Hernandez
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56 min
Proof of Life: Meghan Markle and Tom Cruise
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda kick things off with Meghan Markle’s return to the U.K. and the latest on finding a new school for her kids (3:19). Next, they discuss Tom Cruise and Taylor Swift being spotted at the Chiefs game, plus Tom’s new GQ feature by Amanda's husband, Zach Baron (21:34). Then, the ladies get into Aaron Rodgers’s recent comments about Shailene Woodley (36:41), Salma Hayek’s The Cut interview with Angelina Jolie (40:16), and all things Emmys (44:55). They wrap things up with Feedback and Follow-Up (48:22).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade Whaley
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53 min
Learning “More” About the Biebers and Overthinking in Book Form. Plus, Checking on Harry and Meghan!
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, the ladies kick things off with a check-in on the royal return of Meghan and Harry, the discussion about security for the couple, and the media war among the family (03:00). Then, they react to the photo shoot with the Biebers in WYouth (16:43), review the new Rachel Cusk book inspired by Natalie Portman (26:58), and try to understand the latest Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce pap walk (37:50). They close the show by quacking with Ben Affleck’s Aflac ads (42:42) and get into Feedback & Follow-Up (43:35).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Ashleigh Smith
Production Support: Remy Hernandez
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46 min
Travis Kelce’s Alleged Dog Days of Summer
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, the ladies kick things off with some inside scoops from the Venice Film Festival, where Amanda is joining us from. Next, they dive into Diane von Furstenberg’s sun protocol (4:08), Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields festival (17:24), and, with football season approaching, Travis Kelce’s Vogue feature in partnership with Tommy Hilfiger—plus, the advertising debut of his alleged dog, Wendy (23:08). Finally, they talk 'Practical Magic 2' (30:37) and Juliet’s guilty pleasure: Nick Jonas (37:53).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade Whaley
Production Support: Remy HernandezLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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1 hr 17 min
HARRY AND MEGHAN! And Castles, Houses, Islands, Horses, Cars.
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Amanda and Juliet return from their vacations to some big new out of the royals corner: Harry and Meghan are coming back to the U.K. (7:46) Then, the two get into Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods tying the knot in Malibu (39:32), and Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez having an intimate wedding in Portugal (46:01). Next, the two get some breaking news of Dolly Parton’s passing (50:59), and then move on to some summer catch-ups of news while they were away (53:42), and lastly Feedback & Follow-Up (1:00:56).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producers: Jade Whaley
Video Supervision: Sarah ReddyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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1 hr 7 min
Ben Affleck Knows Things, Phoebe Has Tea, and You Have Questions
Show notes
This week on ‘Jam Session,’ Juliet and Amanda are back with a special mailbag episode! First, they hit a few celebrity quick hitters, including Ben Affleck winning ‘Celebrity Jeopardy!’ (1:41) and Phoebe Bridgers's new album, which may offer some tea on her relationship with Paul Mescal (3:40). Then, they do a mini deep dive into the ‘New York Times' list of the 50 Best Thriller Books of the 21st Century (8:12). Finally, they open up the mailbag and answer questions from our lovely listeners about celebrities, fashion, parenting, and more ( 22:42).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade WhaleyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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1 hr 7 min
Yes, We Think Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid Are Married (But We Could Be Wrong!)
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda talk about Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid being spotted wearing subtle ring bands while in Paris, sparking marriage rumors (2:15). They also discuss Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock's 'Practical Magic 2' press tour and Nicole’s new rumored boyfriend, private equity investor Michael Reinstein (28:38). Next, the two break down Keith McNally’s critique of Belle Burden's bestselling divorce memoir, 'Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage' (35:49), yacht season check-in featuring Elton John and the Beckhams (42:12), and of course end it with some Feedback & Follow-Up (44:34).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade WhaleyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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1 hr 5 min
Someone Tell Katy Perry It's Silly Season
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, it’s Amanda’s birthday week (month, and year)! Happy early birthday to our favorite Leo (00:00)! Next, the two dive into some celebrity updates, including Jennifer Garner’s media rounds in conjunction with ‘The Five-Star Weekend’ (6:53), a quick hit on the passing of Ben Affleck’s mother, Chris Anne Affleck (19:10), and Jam Session’s Predictions Market on when Taylor Swift will post her wedding photos (21:11). Next, the two talk about Dua Lipa’s upcoming curated book festival in London (26:12), Katy Perry spotted out on the water as yacht season is here (28:13) and end it with Feedback & Follow-Up (40:22).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade WhaleyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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1 hr 10 min
All Celebrity Roads Lead to the World Cup
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda discuss the many celebrity sightings at the World Cup final (11:08) before digging into ‘The Odyssey’ press tour (28:16) and speculation that Rachel Cusk’s new novel is secretly about Natalie Portman (36:25). Plus, some Jam Session reading recs (40:49), a partial Spice Girls reunion at Mel C's wedding (51:24), and Amanda sheds light on what she watched at the nail salon (53:06).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.
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1 hr 19 min
Are You a Jay-Z at Yankee Stadium, or a Hilary Duff at Bath & Body Works?
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda kick off the celebrity news with a few updates: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding (3:34), Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively's somehow-still-ongoing legal saga (27:21), and Hilary Duff's new Bath & Body Works partnership (36:07). Next, the two talk 2026 swimwear (39:55), the new series 'Five-Star Weekend' (51:50), and wrap up with Feedback & Follow-Up featuring the Briogeo hair mask and book recommendations (kids edition) (1:04:54).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade WhaleyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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53 min
Taylor Swift Got Married At Madison Square Garden (And We Weren't There)
Show notes
On a special weekend episode of Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda discuss the wedding of the year: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Madison Square Garden wedding extravaganza. The ladies break down everything that's emerged from the festivities so far, including who made the guest list, details about the ceremony and décor, why Madison Square Garden was chosen as the venue, and their overall thoughts on the celebration.
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade WhaleyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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59 min
Our Taylor Swift MSG Watch Continues
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda begin with updates on the most highly anticipated wedding of the summer: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. With Madison Square Garden rumored to be their official wedding venue, all eyes are on the weekend of July 4th as speculation continues (00:00). Next, the two dive into celebrity relationship updates, including Joe Alwyn and Sarah Pidgeon being spotted showing PDA in Hampstead Heath just one day after Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz were seen making out in the same park (21:08). Then, they get into some Beckham family updates (26:42), and finally, Amanda shares some royal news (44:29).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producers: Jade WhaleyShop Pandora today, in-store or online at http://Pandora.net.
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1 hr
Live Life Like You’re Dua Lipa
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda kick things off with a look at Dua Lipa’s wedding photos and dress (2:06), Anne Hathaway’s announcement that she’s expecting her third child (14:54), and Madonna’s feature in Interview Magazine as she promotes her upcoming album, 'Confessions II' (19:39). Next, the two dive into a stroller conversation, baby travel essentials, and the latest mom trends (26:32). Finally, they wrap up with Feedback and Follow-Up, including updates on the Beckham family drama, Taylor Swift’s bachelorette celebration, and more (44:25)!
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producers: Jade Whaley and Olivia CrerieLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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57 min
This Is a Podcast About Taylor Swift and Shopping
Show notes
This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda begin with an unexpected deep dive into Amanda's proprietary tricks for mastering the secondary fashion market (i.e., they talk about The RealReal) (00:00). They then dive into celebrity topics, including Taylor Swift's last week, which did not include a wedding but did include a lot of paparazzi photos (19:02). Then, they pivot from NBA to FIFA, specifically the Beckham family drama (33:26). Finally, they recommend some daily products in Feedback and Follow-Up (46:52).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producers: Jade Whaley and Olivia Crerie
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59 min
Is Taylor Swift Really Getting Married at Madison Square Garden?
Show notes
Juliet and Amanda begin with the latest Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors after reports surfaced that Madison Square Garden may be involved in the couple’s wedding plans (7:12). Next, they discuss Dua Lipa and Callum Turner’s wedding celebrations across London and Sicily (21:05). Then, they break down Jennifer Lopez’s subway take of what makes a real New Yorker (25:45). Later, the two dive into the latest on Architectural Digest (34:28) before discussing the Kardashians’ appearance at a Formula One race (42:56). Finally, they recap Pink’s hosting duties at the Tony Awards (48:02) and close out the show with Feedback and Follow-Up from listeners (50:03).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producers: Jade Whaley and Olivia CrerieLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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2 hr 3 min
‘Summer House’ Reunion, ‘Bachelorette’ Takes, and Summer Sandals With Rachel Lindsay | We’re Obsessed
Show notes
It’s Rachel Lindsay Week! While Nora has been getting hitched and honeymooned during the month of May, we’ve had four very special besties on the pod to talk about their obsessions. Our final bestie is Rachel Lindsay! Jodi and Rachel dive into Part 1 of the ‘Summer House’ reunion and catch up on the ‘Bachelor’ universe, ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,’ ‘Real Housewives of Rhode Island,’ and more animals that RFK Jr. has been linked to.
(00:00) Welcoming Rachel Lindsay to the pod
(13:00) Men adoring women (it’s courting season)
(23:13) RFK Jr. and animals (again)
(32:54) Reality catch-up
(57:12) ‘Summer House’ reunion Part 1
(01:42:43) Personal obsessions
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Host: Jodi Walker
Guest: Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Sasha Ashall and Belle Roman
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