Zach Patton Garcia

Many of you requested Zach come on to break down the voice note heard around the world, and today is your lucky day! Not only will we be discussing Britney's message to the world in psychotic detail, but we'll also give our thoughts on the new "Girls Next Level" podcast featuring Holly Madison and Bridget Marquardt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many of you requested Zach come on to break down the voice note heard around the world, and today is your lucky day! Not only will we be discussing Britney's message to the world in psychotic detail, but we'll also give our thoughts on the new "Girls Next Level" podcast featuring Holly Madison and Bridget Marquardt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

244: Britney's Voice Note breakdown with Zach Patton Garcia 

Matt Baume

This week we're welcoming a new and very exciting guest! Troy is joined by YouTube creator, Matt Baume, who specializes in the study of queerness in popular television shows from the past. Troy and Matt discuss the shining examples of how gay characters should be handled (The Nanny, Golden Girls, etc) and the not-so-great examples (we're looking at you, Friends). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're welcoming a new and very exciting guest! Troy is joined by YouTube creator, Matt Baume, who specializes in the study of queerness in popular television shows from the past. Troy and Matt discuss the shining examples of how gay characters should be handled (The Nanny, Golden Girls, etc) and the not-so-great examples (we're looking at you, Friends). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

243: Queerness in 90's television with Matt Baume 

With SO much going on in the Britney-verse it only feels right that we have an emergency chit chat just between us girls. Troy is joined by his his pseudo-cohost, Zach Patton Garcia, for a cathartic purging of emotions and thoughts about everything Britney. They'll spend the hour combing through all of the recent events, the instagram posts, and the conspiracy theories surrounding Miss American Dream.Visit athleticgreens.com/DUNZO for your FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With SO much going on in the Britney-verse it only feels right that we have an emergency chit chat just between us girls. Troy is joined by his his pseudo-cohost, Zach Patton Garcia, for a cathartic purging of emotions and thoughts about everything Britney. They'll spend the hour combing through all of the recent events, the instagram posts, and the conspiracy theories surrounding Miss American Dream. Visit <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/b2b2923c-30eb-11ea-a4c1-8f49122dc9cc/podcasts/94243c66-c50c-11ea-8374-f3667a6255e0/episodes/2e52ba7a-5089-11ec-b309-9ff973b82e9a/athleticgreens.com/DUNZO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">athleticgreens.com/DUNZO</a> for your FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

242: Emergency Britney Purge with Zach Patton Garcia 

It's been far too long since we've had a Real Housewives conversation, which can only mean one thing... Ky from The Real Housewives Orders is back! This time Troy and Ky are sinking their teeth into this season of Ultimate Girls Trip aka Clue at Blue Stone Manor.Visit athleticgreens.com/DUNZO for your FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been far too long since we've had a Real Housewives conversation, which can only mean one thing... Ky from The Real Housewives Orders is back! This time Troy and Ky are sinking their teeth into this season of Ultimate Girls Trip aka Clue at Blue Stone Manor. Visit <a href="athleticgreens.com/DUNZO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">athleticgreens.com/DUNZO</a> for your FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

241: Ultimate Girls Trip with The Real Housewives Orders

Jesse Chambliss

Consider this week's episode a millennial wet dream! Troy is joined by his dear pal, Jesse Chambliss, for a truly nostalgic look back at some of the most iconic music programming from both MTV and VH1. They'll spend the hour breaking down the shows that helped shape us and how they compared between networks. We're talking Pop Up Video, MTV Diary, VH1 Divas Live and MUCH more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Consider this week's episode a millennial wet dream! Troy is joined by his dear pal, Jesse Chambliss, for a truly nostalgic look back at some of the most iconic music programming from both MTV and VH1. They'll spend the hour breaking down the shows that helped shape us and how they compared between networks. We're talking Pop Up Video, MTV Diary, VH1 Divas Live and MUCH more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

240: MTV vs VH1 with Jesse Chambliss 

Good morning, Angels! This week Troy gets to live out one of his tween fantasies, which is to talk really intensely about the 2000 remake of Charlie's Angels for an hour. Cian Sullivan from Sissy That Pod is here and they discuss everything from the insane amount of (sometimes problematic) costumes to the hugely popular "wire-fu" fighting style featured in the film. They also break down how this movie holds up through a 2022 lens and why the chemistry between the three leads works so well. Oh, and the music because duh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning, Angels! This week Troy gets to live out one of his tween fantasies, which is to talk really intensely about the 2000 remake of Charlie's Angels for an hour. Cian Sullivan from Sissy That Pod is here and they discuss everything from the insane amount of (sometimes problematic) costumes to the hugely popular "wire-fu" fighting style featured in the film. They also break down how this movie holds up through a 2022 lens and why the chemistry between the three leads works so well. Oh, and the music because duh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

239: Charlie's Angels with Cian Sullivan 

Remember that time in 2007 when MTV decided it would be a good idea to film the VMA's in Las Vegas and have all the performances take place in dimly lit hotel rooms while everyone was so wasted they would barely strand? Today Troy is joined by new friend of the pod, Jacob Frazier, for a revisit of the 2007 VMA's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember that time in 2007 when MTV decided it would be a good idea to film the VMA's in Las Vegas and have all the performances take place in dimly lit hotel rooms while everyone was so wasted they would barely strand? Today Troy is joined by new friend of the pod, Jacob Frazier, for a revisit of the 2007 VMA's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

238: 2007 VMA's with Jacob Frazier 

Nick Carter

In this throwback of an early full episode, Troy analyzes the early stages of Paris Hilton's career, and the takes a look inside the brain of the man who made her a star. He also tells the story of how Aaron Carter ended his brother Nick's toxic relationship with Hilton.Editorial note: To access all early episodes of The Smush Room, now DUNZO!, visit the Patreon for the Solid Listen Network.This episode brought to you by That's It - head over to thatsitfruit.com/dunzo and use code DUNZO to get 20% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this throwback of an early full episode, Troy analyzes the early stages of Paris Hilton's career, and the takes a look inside the brain of the man who made her a star. He also tells the story of how Aaron Carter ended his brother Nick's toxic relationship with Hilton.Editorial note: To access all early episodes of The Smush Room, now DUNZO!, visit <a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the Patreon for the Solid Listen Network.</a> This episode brought to you by That's It - head over to <a href="thatsitfruit.com/dunzo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thatsitfruit.com/dunzo</a> and use code DUNZO to get 20% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

237: Paris Hilton & Nick Carter (Full Archive TSR Episode)

Kirbie Johnson

The time has come for us to break down one of your most highly requested albums...This week Troy is joined by a true friend of the pod, Kirbie Johnson, for a very fun revisit of Miley Cyrus's 2013 juggernaut, Bangerz. Not only will they break down each track but they'll also discuss just how intensely "Indie sleaze" the entire album cycle feels, and the impact it had on Tumblr culture.The episode obviously opens with Troy and Kirbie talking about Britney's WEDDING! (This was recorded before the arrival of guests or the reveal of Britney's dress.)Head over to thatsitfruit.com/dunzo and use code: DUNZO to get 20% off your order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The time has come for us to break down one of your most highly requested albums...This week Troy is joined by a true friend of the pod, Kirbie Johnson, for a very fun revisit of Miley Cyrus's 2013 juggernaut, Bangerz. Not only will they break down each track but they'll also discuss just how intensely "Indie sleaze" the entire album cycle feels, and the impact it had on Tumblr culture.The episode obviously opens with Troy and Kirbie talking about Britney's WEDDING! (This was recorded before the arrival of guests or the reveal of Britney's dress.) Head over to <a href="http://thatsitfruit.com/dunzo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thatsitfruit.com/dunzo</a> and use code: DUNZO to get 20% off your order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

236: Bangerz with Kirbie Johnson 

Kim Kardashian

Olivia Broussard

This week Troy is joined by new friend of the pod, Olivia Broussard, for a very deep and insightful conversation about Kim Kardashian (or Kim 2.0 as we lovingly refer to her). They spend the hour discussing the impact Kanye West has had on, not only Kim's career, but the entire family. They also try and get to the bottom of who exactly Kim Kardashian is when not acting as a muse for other people.Head over to thatsitfruit.com/dunzo and use code: DUNZO to get 20% off your order. Go to CreditKarma.com or the Credit Karma app to find the card for you. Tune into the MTV Movie and TV awards thus Sunday 8/7 Central on MTV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Troy is joined by new friend of the pod, Olivia Broussard, for a very deep and insightful conversation about Kim Kardashian (or Kim 2.0 as we lovingly refer to her). They spend the hour discussing the impact Kanye West has had on, not only Kim's career, but the entire family. They also try and get to the bottom of who exactly Kim Kardashian is when not acting as a muse for other people. Head over to <a href="http://thatsitfruit.com/dunzo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thatsitfruit.com/dunzo</a> and use code: DUNZO to get 20% off your order. Go to <a href="http://CreditKarma.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CreditKarma.com</a> or the Credit Karma app to find the card for you. Tune into the MTV Movie and TV awards thus Sunday 8/7 Central on MTV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

235: Rediscovering Kim Kardashian with Olivia Broussard 

DUNZO! is an unfiltered revisit of the celebrity and “celeb-reality” relationships you thought you knew everything about. Each week is an intricate exploration of celebrity hookups, famous friendships, and fictional relationships, detailing how they affected the world around them (for better or worse). The show is hosted by Troy McEady, a student of all things pop culture and with steal-trap memory. Listeners tune in for his enthusiasm, infections laugh and endless knowledge about It Girls, Britney Spears, Internet history and side-splitting anecdotes.

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Farrah Abraham

James Deen

A special treat today - we are reairing a *full* episode of The Smush Room! That's right - this week, no interruptions. You get the full episode right here without having to be a Patreon subscriber! Troy and Teen Mom aficionado Liz Bentley do their best to make sense of the "relationship" that was Farrah Abraham and porn star James Deen. They also take some time to explore how James became America's most recognizable but non threatening male porn star. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A special treat today - we are reairing a *full* episode of The Smush Room! That's right - this week, no interruptions. You get the full episode right here without having to be a Patreon subscriber! Troy and Teen Mom aficionado Liz Bentley do their best to make sense of the "relationship" that was Farrah Abraham and porn star James Deen. They also take some time to explore how James became America's most recognizable but non threatening male porn star. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

22: Farrah Abraham & James Deen - FULL EPISODE!

Denise Richards

Charlie Sheen

Hey Smushies! Troy is under the weather, so instead of taking the week off we decided it would be fun to run the Denise Richards &amp; Charlie Sheen episode for free, in full, as a special treat. Enjoy! This week's episode requires rubber gloves, a sanitary face mask, and debris protectors for your shoes. You guessed it, were going to be discussing Charlie Sheen and his marriage to Denise Richards! More specifically, their horrible divorce! We’ll revisit Charlie’s bad boy past, from the Heidi Fleiss scandal to his multiple arrests. We also take a look back at the interesting start of Denise’s career. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey Smushies! Troy is under the weather, so instead of taking the week off we decided it would be fun to run the Denise Richards &amp; Charlie Sheen episode for free, in full, as a special treat. Enjoy! This week's episode requires rubber gloves, a sanitary face mask, and debris protectors for your shoes. You guessed it, were going to be discussing Charlie Sheen and his marriage to Denise Richards! More specifically, their horrible divorce! We’ll revisit Charlie’s bad boy past, from the Heidi Fleiss scandal to his multiple arrests. We also take a look back at the interesting start of Denise’s career.  Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

84: Denise Richards & Charlie Sheen (FULL EPISODE)

Avril Lavigne

Brody Jenner

Join Troy and friend of the show Maria Towner as they navigate their way through one of the mid 2000’s most highly publicized and somehow forgotten couples: Avril Lavigne and Brody Jenner. From matching tattoos and messy bar fights (one bar fight in particular that involved Brody’s beautiful, flaw free face being struck by a liquor bottle), to public spats with Lindsay Lohan, Troy and Maria break it all down for you. They also spend some time discussing the beginning of Avril's career and why her presence in the music industry was so important during that time. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Troy and friend of the show Maria Towner as they navigate their way through one of the mid 2000’s most highly publicized and somehow forgotten couples: Avril Lavigne and Brody Jenner. From matching tattoos and messy bar fights (one bar fight in particular that involved Brody’s beautiful, flaw free face being struck by a liquor bottle), to public spats with Lindsay Lohan, Troy and Maria break it all down for you. They also spend some time discussing the beginning of Avril's career and why her presence in the music industry was so important during that time. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

40: Avril Lavigne & Brody Jenner

Ashton Kutcher

For the second installment of our three-part Brittany Murphy series, Troy is joined by Molls to discuss her very short but impactful relationship with Ashton Kutcher. They revisit the two meeting for the first time on the set of their critically panned film, Just Married and the “engagement” that soon followed. They also examine this particularly interesting time in Ashton’s career, 4 years into That 70’s Show and 1 year prior to staring in and producing the pop culture phenomenon that was Punked on MTV. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the second installment of our three-part Brittany Murphy series, Troy is joined by Molls to discuss her very short but impactful relationship with Ashton Kutcher. They revisit the two meeting for the first time on the set of their critically panned film, Just Married and the “engagement” that soon followed. They also examine this particularly interesting time in Ashton’s career, 4 years into That 70’s Show and 1 year prior to staring in and producing the pop culture phenomenon that was Punked on MTV.  Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

79: Brittany Murphy & Ashton Kutcher

Tess Taylor

Ryan Cabrera

In today’s very special episode of The Smush Room, Troy and friend Brandon Alvarado discuss a reality show that if you’re listening to this podcast you’ve probably watched a thousand times: Pretty Wild. They break down the events surrounding the lives of aspiring models Alexis Neiers and Tess Taylor and their involvement in “The Bling Ring.” They also explore the made-for-TV date from hell episode of the show featuring Tess and Ryan Cabrera (who was making a second career of dating young reality TV starlets). Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s very special episode of The Smush Room, Troy and friend Brandon Alvarado discuss a reality show that if you’re listening to this podcast you’ve probably watched a thousand times: Pretty Wild. They break down the events surrounding the lives of aspiring models Alexis Neiers and Tess Taylor and their involvement in “The Bling Ring.” They also explore the made-for-TV date from hell episode of the show featuring Tess and Ryan Cabrera (who was making a second career of dating young reality TV starlets). Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

37: Tess Taylor & Ryan Cabrera

Ledger

Make sure you have your tissues ready for today's episode because The Smush Room is taking you on quite the emotional rollercoaster. Troy is joined by OG EBP Maria Marcano for a very special Heath Ledger and Mary Kate Olsen relationship breakdown. They discuss the drug use, the infamous Beatrice Inn and the mysterious phone calls between Mary Kate and Heath's masseuse the day of his death.Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Make sure you have your tissues ready for today's episode because The Smush Room is taking you on quite the emotional rollercoaster. Troy is joined by OG EBP Maria Marcano for a very special Heath Ledger and Mary Kate Olsen relationship breakdown. They discuss the drug use, the infamous Beatrice Inn and the mysterious phone calls between Mary Kate and Heath's masseuse the day of his death.Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room! See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

12: Heath Ledger & Mary Kate Olsen

Marilyn Manson

In this week's episode, Troy deep dives on a relationship you’ve probably seen featured in numerous “weirdest celebrity couples” countdown lists throughout the years. He’ll tell the story of how a then 18 year old Evan Rachel Wood got wrapped up in the already crumbling marriage of Dita Von Teese and Marilyn Manson. He will discuss the effect this had on the beginning of her career as an adult and why she was labeled a “home wrecker.” We’ll also delve into the extremely dark backstory of her relationship with Manson and why it took her 10 years to come forward about the abuse she faced while with him. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Troy deep dives on a relationship you’ve probably seen featured in numerous “weirdest celebrity couples” countdown lists throughout the years. He’ll tell the story of how a then 18 year old Evan Rachel Wood got wrapped up in the already crumbling marriage of Dita Von Teese and Marilyn Manson. He will discuss the effect this had on the beginning of her career as an adult and why she was labeled a “home wrecker.” We’ll also delve into the extremely dark backstory of her relationship with Manson and why it took her 10 years to come forward about the abuse she faced while with him.  Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

44: Evan Rachel Wood & Marilyn Manson

Bethenny Frankel

Jason Hoppy

Troy is joined by friend of the pod, Brandon Alvarado in the ultimate deep dive on all things RHONY and the short but tumultuous marriage of Bethenny Frankel and Jason Hoppy. Join them as they take a look back at Bethenny’s departure from the Real Housewives franchise and her iconic spin off, Bethenny Ever After. They also break down all the details of their now infamous divorce (which lasted twice as long as the actual marriage) and Bethenny’s return to Bravo. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Troy is joined by friend of the pod, Brandon Alvarado in the ultimate deep dive on all things RHONY and the short but tumultuous marriage of Bethenny Frankel and Jason Hoppy. Join them as they take a look back at Bethenny’s departure from the Real Housewives franchise and her iconic spin off, Bethenny Ever After. They also break down all the details of their now infamous divorce (which lasted twice as long as the actual marriage) and Bethenny’s return to Bravo.  Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

46: Bethenny Frankel & Jason Hoppy

Troy has spent several episodes discussing Oscar nominated actors, but this week he's taking things back to our roots! Troy is joined by Rylee Ennis, the host of Snap Back to Reality pod, to discuss Mama June and Sugar Bear, AKA June Shannon and Mike Thompson. They start by examining the couple's complicated lives before fame, and what led to them becoming the breakout stars Toddlers and Tiaras. They also dissect the pop culture phenomenon that was Here Comes Honey Boo Boo and what led to their inevitable downfall. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Troy has spent several episodes discussing Oscar nominated actors, but this week he's taking things back to our roots! Troy is joined by Rylee Ennis, the host of Snap Back to Reality pod, to discuss Mama June and Sugar Bear, AKA June Shannon and Mike Thompson. They start by examining the couple's complicated lives before fame, and what led to them becoming the breakout stars Toddlers and Tiaras. They also dissect the pop culture phenomenon that was Here Comes Honey Boo Boo and what led to their inevitable downfall. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

93: Mama June & Sugar Bear

Sharon Needles

This week Troy welcomes back Smush Room regular, Russ Martin, to dissect the world’s most famous drag couple: Justin Andrew Honard and Aaron Coady, AKA Alaska Thunderfuck and Sharon Needles! They look back on their lives pre-fame and how Pittsburgh became an integral part of their drag identities. They also spend time discussing their long term influence on RuPaul’s Drag Race and what led them each to audition for the show.Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Troy welcomes back Smush Room regular, Russ Martin, to dissect the world’s most famous drag couple: Justin Andrew Honard and Aaron Coady, AKA Alaska Thunderfuck and Sharon Needles! They look back on their lives pre-fame and how Pittsburgh became an integral part of their drag identities. They also spend time discussing their long term influence on RuPaul’s Drag Race and what led them each to audition for the show. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

71: Alaska 5000 & Sharon Needles

Evan Peters

Emma Roberts

American Horror Story fans, this ones for you! Troy and friend of the pod Christina Laskay explore the on-again off-again (and occasionally tumultuous) relationship between Evan Peters and Emma Roberts. They take a look back on their multiple engagements, endless number of breaks-ups, and alleged cheating scandals. They also spend time dissecting the infamous hotel fight that left Emma getting handcuffed and Evan with a bloody nose.Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American Horror Story fans, this ones for you! Troy and friend of the pod Christina Laskay explore the on-again off-again (and occasionally tumultuous) relationship between Evan Peters and Emma Roberts. They take a look back on their multiple engagements, endless number of breaks-ups, and alleged cheating scandals. They also spend time dissecting the infamous hotel fight that left Emma getting handcuffed and Evan with a bloody nose. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

54: Emma Roberts & Evan Peters

Kevin Federline

In 2004, we watched in horror and disbelief as the biggest pop star in the world risked her career and public image for an unemployed backup dancer from Fresno, California with a girlfriend and a baby on the way. In part 1 of a possible 2 (or 3) part episode, we’ll be breaking down the events leading up to Britney Spears’ infamous 2007 meltdown, starting with the man behind the trucker cap...leaving Federline. We’ll also revisit the quickie Vegas wedding and reopen a very public but often ignored ripple in the iconic Britney and Christina media feud. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2004, we watched in horror and disbelief as the biggest pop star in the world risked her career and public image for an unemployed backup dancer from Fresno, California with a girlfriend and a baby on the way. In part 1 of a possible 2 (or 3) part episode, we’ll be breaking down the events leading up to Britney Spears’ infamous 2007 meltdown, starting with the man behind the trucker cap...leaving Federline. We’ll also revisit the quickie Vegas wedding and reopen a very public but often ignored ripple in the iconic Britney and Christina media feud. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

65: Britney Spears & Kevin Federline, Part 1

Jake Gyllenhaal

Prepare for a Smush Room meeting of the minds! Troy and Taylor Swift aficionado, Diana Metzger, go deep on what they both consider to be one of Taylor’s most important relationships to date. They’ll be discussing her short but very relevant fling with Jake Gyllenhaal. The’ll spend some time dissecting the effects this romance had on her career and why it never would’ve worked. They also revisit the time he life her crying in a bathroom on her birthday and how it sparked an entire album’s worth of hit singles. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prepare for a Smush Room meeting of the minds! Troy and Taylor Swift aficionado, Diana Metzger, go deep on what they both consider to be one of Taylor’s most important relationships to date. They’ll be discussing her short but very relevant fling with Jake Gyllenhaal. The’ll spend some time dissecting the effects this romance had on her career and why it never would’ve worked. They also revisit the time he life her crying in a bathroom on her birthday and how it sparked an entire album’s worth of hit singles. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

24: Taylor Swift & Jake Gyllenhaal

In 2004, an unknown family from Pennsylvania was approached by the Discovery Channel to film an hour-long special about what life was like after giving birth to sextuplets. Three years later, they became one of the most well-known and marketable families in the entire country. Today, Troy will explore the rise and fall of the Gosslin family and how they became pioneers in the reality television landscape. He will also break down the demise of Jon and Kate's relationship as the world watched. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2004, an unknown family from Pennsylvania was approached by the Discovery Channel to film an hour-long special about what life was like after giving birth to sextuplets. Three years later, they became one of the most well-known and marketable families in the entire country. Today, Troy will explore the rise and fall of the Gosslin family and how they became pioneers in the reality television landscape. He will also break down the demise of Jon and Kate's relationship as the world watched. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

64: Jon & Kate Gosslin

Warning: you need to make sure your wigs are safely secured for this week's episode! Troy and his long lost Canadian brother, Russ Martin, take a trip down early internet memory lane while exploring one of social media’s most talked about couples: Jeffree Star and Nathan Schwandt. They start by revisiting Jeffree’s past as a gender bending MySpace celebrity / Warped Tour staple and how he went from working at a MAC counter to owing one of the world's most successful makeup brands. They also spend some time revisiting some of the dark eccentricities of MySpace culture and the things we don’t often talk about when mentioning the website that started it all.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Warning: you need to make sure your wigs are safely secured for this week's episode! Troy and his long lost Canadian brother, Russ Martin, take a trip down early internet memory lane while exploring one of social media’s most talked about couples: Jeffree Star and Nathan Schwandt. They start by revisiting Jeffree’s past as a gender bending MySpace celebrity / Warped Tour staple and how he went from working at a MAC counter to owing one of the world's most successful makeup brands. They also spend some time revisiting some of the dark eccentricities of MySpace culture and the things we don’t often talk about when mentioning the website that started it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

115: Jeffree Star & Nate Schwandt

Nicole Kidman

Cruise

This week Troy explores a couple that helped shape the 90s and became one of Hollywood’s most recognized A-list pairings: Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman. Troy breaks down everything from them meeting on the set of Days of Thunder to their “jeans and barefoot” wedding in Ireland. He also discusses the huge role Scientology played in their relationship and how Stanley Kubrick tore them apart while filming his controversial last film, Eyes Wide Shut. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Troy explores a couple that helped shape the 90s and became one of Hollywood’s most recognized A-list pairings: Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman. Troy breaks down everything from them meeting on the set of Days of Thunder to their “jeans and barefoot” wedding in Ireland. He also discusses the huge role Scientology played in their relationship and how Stanley Kubrick tore them apart while filming his controversial last film, Eyes Wide Shut. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

49: Nicole Kidman & Tom Cruise

We're switching things up a bit this week, taking a deep dive into the confusing (and at times very frustrating) world of celebrity PR relationships. Troy makes his way down a list of highly speculated, possibly contractual Hollywood couples from the past and present, and nobody is safe (that means you Shawn and Camila). He also spends some time revisiting some of the couples he's covered in the past with his updated thoughts.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're switching things up a bit this week, taking a deep dive into the confusing (and at times very frustrating) world of celebrity PR relationships. Troy makes his way down a list of highly speculated, possibly contractual Hollywood couples from the past and present, and nobody is safe (that means you Shawn and Camila). He also spends some time revisiting some of the couples he's covered in the past with his updated thoughts.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

126: Fake Celebrity Couples

David Beckham

This week, Troy focuses his attention on one of pop culture’s most perfectly matched couples: David and Victoria Beckham, aka Posh and Becks. He breaks down everything from the storybook way these two met to the alleged cheating rumors that plagued them in the early 2000’s. He also discusses the meteoric rise to fame for the Spice Girl and how they fit into the Riot Grrrl, feminist movement of the 90’s. Additionally, he spends some time examining the “metrosexual” era of David’s career and how he was able to change the way we view masculinity. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Troy focuses his attention on one of pop culture’s most perfectly matched couples: David and Victoria Beckham, aka Posh and Becks. He breaks down everything from the storybook way these two met to the alleged cheating rumors that plagued them in the early 2000’s. He also discusses the meteoric rise to fame for the Spice Girl and how they fit into the Riot Grrrl, feminist movement of the 90’s. Additionally, he spends some time examining the “metrosexual” era of David’s career and how he was able to change the way we view masculinity. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

48: Victoria & David Beckham

Carson Daly

Tara Reid

Remember in the late 90’s when you would read articles about Tara Reid that had nothing to do with her boob popping out on a red carpet or how drunk she looked leaving a nightclub? Today’s episode focuses on a happier time, and her short but sweet relationship with Mr. Carson Daly. We’ll also spend some time dissecting how Carson became the king of MTV, how TRL was formed and what made it so great. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (https://patreon.com/solidlisten) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember in the late 90’s when you would read articles about Tara Reid that had nothing to do with her boob popping out on a red carpet or how drunk she looked leaving a nightclub? Today’s episode focuses on a happier time, and her short but sweet relationship with Mr. Carson Daly. We’ll also spend some time dissecting how Carson became the king of MTV, how TRL was formed and what made it so great. Extended episodes are always available on the Solid Listen Patreon page (<a href="https://patreon.com/solidlisten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/solidlisten</a>) under the $1/month reward level - become a supporter today to ensure you never miss a moment of The Smush Room!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

33: Tara Reid & Carson Daly

Justin Timberlake

It’s absolutely shocking that we haven’t done this yet, but here we are! This week, Troy dives head-first into one of the most iconic relationships in celebrity history: Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake! In part one of this (possibly) three part series, Troy starts by revisiting the southern pageant circuit years that eventually led to Star Search and Mickey Mouse Club. He transitions into *NSYNC’s formation and the unfortunate Lou Pearlman of it all. And don't worry - he definitely gets to The Boy Band Con: The Lou Pearlman Story!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s absolutely shocking that we haven’t done this yet, but here we are! This week, Troy dives head-first into one of the most iconic relationships in celebrity history: Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake! In part one of this (possibly) three part series, Troy starts by revisiting the southern pageant circuit years that eventually led to Star Search and Mickey Mouse Club. He transitions into *NSYNC’s formation and the unfortunate Lou Pearlman of it all. And don't worry - he definitely gets to The Boy Band Con: The Lou Pearlman Story!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

110: Britney Spears & Justin Timberlake [Part 1]

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