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Celebrity Relationship Deep Dive: Bennifer | Ringer Dish: In 2002, on the set of the ill-fated movie 'Gigli,' Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez kindled a romance and Bennifer was born (1:55). We go deep on the major moments of their relationship, including the "Jenny From the Block" music video (16:41), the 2003 joint 'Dateline' interview (30:02), and the Santa Barbara wedding that never was (36:58). Plus, how the onset of celebrity tabloids affected their relationship (41:39). Hosts: Juliet Litman, Amanda Dobbins, and Amelia Wedemeyer Related Reading and Viewing: People introduces Bennifer in the summer of 2002 Ben and Jen sit down with Dateline People chronicles their long break up An important collection of Us Weekly covers by Ringer Dish

51 min listen

The ‘Big Little Lies’ Social Media Extended Universe | Ringer Dish: We break down the social media presences of Reese Witherspoon (1:00), Zoe Kravitz (11:05), Laura Dern (22:31), Nicole Kidman (33:19), and Shailene Woodley (46:21), including the overall vibe of their Instagrams, how much they buy into the ‘Big Little Lies’ sisterhood, and what we want them to post during Season 2. Host: Kate Halliwell Guests: Amanda Dobbins, Mallory Rubin, Juliet Litman, Alison Herman, and Amelia Wedemeyer by Ringer Dish

60 min listen

Taking You Back to the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards | Ringer Dish: It’s 1999 Music Week here at The Ringer, which means we’re taking you back to the event that defined music in 1999, the MTV Video Music Awards. We talk about Chris Rock’s opening monologue (10:24), Diana Ross jiggling Lil’ Kim’s boob (14:35), Paul McCartney mispronouncing Lauryn Hill’s name (17:03), and other iconic moments from the show. Host: Andrew Gruttadaro Guests: Kate Knibbs and Rob Harvilla by Ringer Dish

57 min listen

Breaking Down the Taylor Swift–Scooter Braun Feud | Ringer Dish: Over the weekend, Scooter Braun acquired Big Machine Records, including the masters of Taylor Swift’s music catalog up through her 2017 album, ‘Reputation.’ We break down what it means to own your own masters (1:00), both sides of the feud (12:36), why Taylor Swift is losing yet another public fight (22:41), and whose side other celebrities are taking (34:59). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Rob Harvilla and Alyssa Bereznak by Ringer Dish

41 min listen

The Young Hollywood Power Ranking | Ringer Dish: We rank our favorite up-and-coming celebrities in Hollywood (1:00) and break down what it means to have staying power in the industry (11:40). Plus, how important is social media presence for overall star power (24:06)? Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Kate Halliwell and Amelia Wedemeyer by Ringer Dish

40 min listen

Celebrity Chris Showdown | Ringer Dish: Kate Halliwell and Andrew Gruttadaro battle over the best celebrity Chris in Hollywood, including what makes a celebrity Chris (10:02), why Chris Pratt is no longer a top Chris (26:35), and some honorable Chris mentions (32:40). Host: Amelia Wedemeyer Guests: Kate Halliwell and Andrew Gruttadaro by Ringer Dish

40 min listen

Ringer Dish Trailer: Ringer Dish is the place for all things celebrity. From major celebrity moments like the Met Gala and the Oscars, to the weird habits of the stars you love, to refreshers on the biggest tabloid stories from the last twenty years, Ringer Dish has all the vital details. On Mondays, join a rotating cast of Ringer staffers for deep dives on famous families like the Richies or to learn more about your favorite internet boyfriend (looking at you, Zac Efron). On Wednesdays, catch ‘Jam Session’ with Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins for royal family rumors, celebrity real estate, and industry analysis. And on Fridays, listen to ‘Tea Time’ with Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer for lightening-fast coverage of pressing celebrity news and gossip. by Ringer Dish

2 min listen

Taylor Swift Needs to Calm Down | Tea Time: The MTV Movie Awards remain the strangest awards show of all (2:29). We break down Taylor Swift's music video for her new single "You Need to Calm Down" (14:10). Plus a very full "Not Worth the Tea" category (21:08), and does anyone want a 'Punk'd' reboot in 2019 (34:10)? Hosts: Amelia Wedemeyer, Kate Halliwell, and Liz Kelly by Ringer Dish

46 min listen

How to Be a Good Celebrity at the NBA Finals, Plus: the Summer of Sophie | Jam Session: Drake has become a sideline show of his own while cheering on the Toronto Raptors at the NBA Finals (1:00), and Obama showed up to the game rocking a dad fit (12:43). The summer of Sophie Turner is here (16:53), and ‘Always Be My Maybe’ is a good if not great rom-com (27:48). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins by Ringer Dish

38 min listen

YouTuber Beef, the Summer of Billie Eilish, and Middle School Exodus | 4RealSeez: Zoe Simmons, 13, and Liz Kelly, 25, team up to discuss their unique perspective on teen culture in 2019, including: the James Charles YouTube "scandal," the film 'Booksmart,' singer Billie Eilish, Weezer's ruining a classic song, an unlikely friendship between two pop culture icons, graduating middle school, favorite high school movies, and more! by Ringer Dish

36 min listen

Songs of Summer, Sister Corner, and VSCO Girls | 4RealSeez: Zoe Simmons, 14, and Liz Kelly, 25, team up to discuss their unique perspective on teen culture in 2019, including: 'Stranger Things' Season 3, the best and worst songs of summer, YouTube vloggers, a check-in with America's favorite wild man, Ben Simmons, summer book club, a defense of recent Adam Sandler movies, and more! Hosts: Liz Kelly, Zoe Simmons by Ringer Dish

45 min listen

USWNT Celebrations, Wimbledon Watch 2019, and a Mystery Grab Bag of Celebrity News | Jam Session: Watching the U.S. Women’s National Team celebrate their World Cup win is just as fun as watching them play (1:00). Plus: Celebrities are in the stands to watch the Wimbledon tennis tournament (12:14), Celine Dion has been quietly killing it at Paris couture week (23:26), and Jake Gyllenhaal may or may not be running an Instagram account for his cat (29:17). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Alyssa Bereznak by Ringer Dish

42 min listen

The Best Celebrity Moments From 2019 So Far | Ringer Dish: We break down our favorite celebrity moments from 2019 so far, including Sophie Turner’s marriage to Joe Jonas (14:00), Anjelica Huston and Jacki Weaver’s feud (23:57), and Keanu Reeves’s comeback (41:25). Host: Andrew Gruttadaro Guests: Alyssa Bereznak, Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, Lindsay Zoladz, and Miles Surrey by Ringer Dish

54 min listen

A Second Wedding in Wyoming, Royal Renovations, and Beach Read Recommendations | Jam Session: Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner had a second wedding celebration in Wyoming and invited an eclectic group of guests (1:30). Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are receiving some blowback for spending about $3 million on renovations for their new home (11:39). George Clooney had a plumbing incident at his Lake Como home just before the Obamas showed up (17:25) and ‘The Hills’ is back and this time more depressing (22:11). Plus: some summer book recommendations (29:51). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins by Ringer Dish

44 min listen

It's All Happening in the Mediterranean | Jam Session: A quick update on Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga's non-relationship (1:20). The tennis star Caroline Wozniacki had a wedding in Italy complete with a Vogue exclusive and Serena Williams as her bridesmaid (6:18). Goodbye to Gloria Vanderbilt, who embodied old American money (15:16), and inside the Cannes Lions Festival (20:38). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins by Ringer Dish

26 min listen

Bradley and Irina Are Over, Chris and Katherine Marry, and Rihanna's in Love | Jam Session: Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk have officially called it quits, and some anonymous sources have pointed to ‘A Star is Born’ as the cause (1:00). Rihanna was interviewed by her 'Ocean’s 8' costar Sarah Paulson and revealed a few things (10:11). Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger got married in Montecito (19:57), and the Beyhive went a bit too far with Nicole Curran (28:07). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins Read Sarah Paulson’s interview of Rihanna here. by Ringer Dish

35 min listen

Celebrating the U.S. Women's National Team (and Also Zendaya) | Tea Time: The Bottle Cap Challenge has taken over social media and our very own Liz Kelly attempts (7:24). Summer may be halfway over, but there are still several summer movies coming your way (16:00). We express our love and devotion to the U.S. women's national team (23:47), and who is best equipped to portray Elvis in an upcoming biopic (38:48)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer by Ringer Dish

45 min listen

Cameo Deep Dive | Ringer Dish: We dive deep into Cameo, the app that lets celebrities send you personalized messages (1:12). We take a look at the most expensive and least expensive celebrities to book (13:07), which celebrity is the most highly rated (21:10), and the weirdest celebrity "cameos" (28:14). Host: Liz Kelly Guests: Alyssa Bereznak and Amelia Wedemeyer by Ringer Dish

35 min listen

We Regret to Inform You That Zac Efron Is a YouTuber Now | Tea Time by Ringer Dish

34 min listen

Wimbledon Watch Part Two, A Celebrity Yacht Season Update, and Trying to Understand Jeremy Renner’s Music Career | Jam Session: Chris Hemsworth and Matt Damon were spotted together on a yacht in Ibiza with their wives (1:00), Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attended the U.K. premier of ‘The Lion King’ last weekend (12:15), and a second edition of Wimbledon Watch 2019 (17:41). Plus, we play another round of “Mystery Grab Bag Celebrity News” (25:49). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Andrew Gruttadaro by Ringer Dish

48 min listen

To Live a Day in the Life of Kylie Jenner | Tea Time: Lindsay Lohan may be releasing some new music soon and Rihanna is officially the wealthiest female singer (1:44). It's over for Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk, but Kylie Jenner and Jordyn Woods are back on (14:52). Tea Time celebrates Pride Month with the Babadook (28:34), and is the astrology app Co-Star just one big scam(42:30)? Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Kaya McMullen by Ringer Dish

50 min listen

Get Your Summer Started Right With Some Jonas Brothers | Tea Time: Justin Bieber challenged Tom Cruise to a fight over Twitter while Taylor Swift and Katy Perry made amends over Instagram (7:59). Gwyneth Paltrow and her husband, Brad Falchuk, live in separate houses and that honestly might be the way to go (13:22). Kylie Jenner threw a 'Handmaid's Tale'–themed birthday party (26:09), and a special guest gives some song of the summer recommendations (32:53). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Kate Halliwell Guest: Jordan Ligons by Ringer Dish

53 min listen

J-Rod Celebrates Their Birthday, David Geffen Sets Sail, and Meghan Markle Guest-Edits British Vogue | Jam Session: David Geffen was finally photographed on his yacht, ‘The Rising Sun,’ which means yacht season is in full swing (1:00). Meghan Markle guest-edited the September issue of British Vogue and received some blowback for it (7:53). Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez both had birthdays this week and commemorated them on social media (20:31), and Glen Powell really loves an American flag T-shirt (37:24). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Kaya McMullen, Andrew Gruttadaro, and Kate Halliwell by Ringer Dish

66 min listen

Four Weddings and Some Celebrity Real Estate | Jam Session: Four separate celebrity couples were married this past weekend: Zoë Kravitz and Karl Glusman (3:46), Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas (10:02), Katharine McPhee and David Foster (15:52), and Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor (19:48). Plus, some new additions to Celebrity Real Estate Corner (25:11). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins by Ringer Dish

42 min listen

Ben Affleck Gets Swole, 'Zoey 101' Gets a Reboot, and Vegan Couple Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara Get Engaged | Tea Time: It's the dog days of summer, and so celebrity news outlets are really reaching for headlines (1:52). Gigi Hadid just followed 'Bachelorette' breakout star Tyler Cameron on Instagram, which means it's over for all of us (7:33). Tea Time's favorite vegan couple, Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara, are engaged (21:19), and how did a perfectly intact In-N-Out burger land on the streets of New York City (36:10)? Hosts: Liz Kelly, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Jordan Ligons by Ringer Dish

45 min listen

'Cats,' Rats, and J.Lo's Abs | Tea Time: We're just as terrified of the 'Cats' movie as you are, but very excited for 'Hustlers' (1:34). Pictures of your favorite celebrities looking like they had aged 50 years swept social media this week (11:27). Leonardo DiCaprio really doesn't want to talk about that 'Titanic' door controversy (31:04), and is beekeeping the latest Hollywood trend (35:34)? Hosts: Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Liz Kelly by Ringer Dish

42 min listen

Timothee Chalamet Season Starts Now, 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' One Year Later, and Dissecting the Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth Breakup | Tea Time: The 'Little Women' trailer debuted this week, which means Timothée Chalamet season is about to begin (1:19). Emily Ratajkowski may or may not be faking her armpit hair on the cover of Harper's Bazaar (7:11). We reflect on the beloved Netflix rom-com 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' one year after its premiere (27:42), and Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth have split after eight months of marriage, which, for us, means love is dead (33:21). Hosts: Liz Kelly, Kate Halliwell, and Amelia Wedemeyer by Ringer Dish

50 min listen

A Tale of Two Movie Stars: Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio | Ringer Dish by Ringer Dish

57 min listen

The VMAs Underwhelm, Harry Styles Charms, and Meghan Markle's Still Getting a Raw Deal | Jam Session: The VMAs are not what they used to be, but we still got some good moments in the form of the Hadid sisters and Lizzo (1:00). Harry Styles is on the cover of Rolling Stone this month and continues to be extremely charming (13:51). Meghan Markle is once again facing backlash, this time for using a private jet (21:30). Plus: summer streaming recommendations (27:20). Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins by Ringer Dish

37 min listen

What 'The Hills: New Beginnings' Tells Us About Post-Reality-TV Fame | Ringer Dish: Almost a decade after 'The Hills' ended, Heidi, Audrina, and Whitney are back along with a slate of new cast members in 'The Hills: New Beginnings.' We talk about why the original iteration of the show was such a phenomenon (5:07), the overarching sadness of the new version (14:03), and the losers (21:57) and winners of the show (43:07). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Liz Kelly and Bill Simmons by Ringer Dish

56 min listen

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