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Rapper Marshall Mathers, one of hip-hop's most respected artists, explores how he's maintained relevance despite controversy and potential cancellation in a culture increasingly intolerant of flaws.
10 Nov 2024
16.Is Eminem immune from cancellation? Part 1
Eminem is one of rap's most respected artists, but he's not without his controversies. So in a world where so many have fallen victim to cancel culture - how is Eminem still standing? Listen to part 1 of our latest episode here.
18 Jun 2024
15. Everyone shut up and listen to Jameela Jamil
She famously called Kim Kardashian an agent for the patriarchy, and has been calling bullsh*t on unrealistic beauty standards ever since. So how did Jameela Jamil go from t4 host to one of the most vocal feminists of our generation?
Listen to our deep dive on Jameela Jamil here
6 Jun 2024
9. Why is Hollywood too scared to cancel Brad Pitt?
Brad Pitt - searing heartthrob or most problematic actor in Hollywood? Listen to the latest episode and decide for yourself. In this unusual episode, we do a deep dive into the successes and lesser-known scandals surrounding the star.
29 May 2024
14. The never-ending drama surrounding Ariana Grande - Part 2
Remember when Ariana Grande changed her ethnicity and thought no one would notice? In Part 2 of 2, we broach the tricky topic of cultural appropriation and decide whether Ari is really guilty of this or not.
12 May 2024
13. The never-ending drama surrounding Ariana Grande - Part 1
Ariana’s always in trouble for something, whether it’s donut licking and sexist double standards, or accusations of man stealing” and cultural appropriation. But is the backlash fair? Listen and decide for yourself…
14 Mar 2024
12. The naughty or nice nepo babies list. Part 2
We aren’t afraid to answer life’s difficult questions, like is “Gwyneth Paltrow waging a war on women's vaginas?” “Did Drew Barrymore deserve to be called a scab?” “Does Matty Healy have any talent, or is he just Denise Welch's spoilt son?”
26 Feb 2024
11. Are these nepo babies naughty or nice? Part 1
👶Nepo babies aren’t born equal - so which are more deserving of their fame than others? In part one of this two-part series we discuss Dakota Johnson, Miley Cyrus and Dan Levy PLUS join in on our “nepo baby or not nepo baby” quiz and see if you can beat Emma!
13 Feb 2024
10. Has the Barbie movie sparked “peak white feminism”?
This week we chat about the downsides of being Taylor Swift. Plus - what is peak white feminism, and are we the problem? And Emma recommends the switch off show that everyone needs in their life.
30 Dec 2023
8. How racist are our royals?
In our latest episode, we discuss:
🐛 The elephant in the room that I’m a celeb fails to address every year
🦑What went on behind the scenes of IRL Squid Game? Emma shares the inside scoop
👑The book that “accidentally” named and shamed our racist royals
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This podcast was hosted by Nathalie Hulbert and Emma Hixson.
18 Dec 2023
7. Unpacking the accusations against P Diddy…
We are BACK! Her hips don’t lie - but do her tax returns? This week we discuss the end of Shakira’s decade-long tax scandal. Plus, why the damning accusations against P Diddy are not just a cash grab, and what the “I’m a Celebrity” final says about its viewers.
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20 Nov 2023
6. Is Robbie Williams the most self absorbed man ever?
Robbie Williams bares his soul in his latest Netflix documentary - but there's one thing we just can't forgive him for. We also chat about I'm a Celeb's most controversial contestant. And we bid a fond farewell (and a couple of good riddances) to the MAFS UK cast.
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3 Nov 2023
5. Is anyone looking out for Britney Spears?
This week, we discuss Britney's biggest traitors, plus a couple of unlikely allies. Emma pays a touching tribute to the late Matthew Perry. Plus, why the hell is BoJo back on our airwaves? And of course, it wouldn't be an Idol Gossip podcast without MAFS UK chat.
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This podcast was hosted by Nathalie Hulbert and Emma Hixson.
Sources:
Matthew Perry's loved ones set up charity in his name
Britney's book
Every Time Justin Timberlake Seemingly Shaded Britney Spears After Their 2002 Split
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27 Oct 2023
4. The Wagatha Christie drama is the gift that keeps on giving
Was "Wagatha Christie" the best possible PR for Coleen Rooney? Why is everyone hating on Millie Bobby Brown now? And is this the most explosive season of MAFS UK yet?
We discuss all of this and more in this week's episode of Idol Gossip.
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This podcast was hosted by Nathalie Hulbert and Emma Hixson.
Sources:
Millie Bobby Brown on feminism, finding ‘The One’ and saying goodbye to Stranger Things
Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story
18 Oct 2023
3. Did we need to broadcast the Holly Willoughby news from a warzone?
It's been a busy week for UK pop culture! Join us as we discuss: who are the real mean girls on MAFS UK this year? What led to Holly Willoughby's unexpected This Morning exit? And Big Brother UK is BACK, but are they going to do inclusivity properly this time?
🙋♀️Want to share your thoughts? (or hear more of ours!) Follow our Insta @idolgossippodcast and Twitter (we refuse to call it X) @idolgossippod.
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This podcast was hosted by Nathalie Hulbert and Emma Hixson.
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9 Oct 2023
2. The Beckhams and what they don't tell us in THAT Netflix doc
The Beckhams released their documentary on Netflix last week - but here's what they didn't include about those infamous cheating allegations.
Laurence Fox has been up to his usual tricks, only this time he's been arrested - is this his worst offence to date?
And of course, MAFS UK - who are all of these new people? And has Brad crossed the line once and for all?
We cover all of this and more in this week's episode of Idol Gossip.
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4 Oct 2023
1. Has Russell Brand been gaslighting since day 1?
Is MAFS UK just one big train wreck? Has Russell Brand been gaslighting all of us for years? And is the actor's strike actually over? We cover all of this and more in our debut episode of Idol Gossip - your UK pop culture podcast.
Please note, the sound quality will be much better next time - we’ve invested in some shiny recording equipment so stick with us hunnies 💖💖💖
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