302: Kim K Fails the Bar, Kris Jenner’s 70th Bday Bash + Who Will Be Taylor Swift’s Bridesmaids??

302: Kim K Fails the Bar, Kris Jenner’s 70th Bday Bash + Who Will Be Taylor Swift’s Bridesmaids??

Author: PodcastOne November 12, 2025 Duration: 54:40
Lauren and Chanler are back, and the delusion is in-season. From Golden Bachelor heartbreak to Kardashian conspiracies, the girls spiral through the week’s most unserious chaos — with morally corrupt pranks, PR flops, and billionaire birthday parties galore. Lauren kicks things off with a sick-in-the-head deep dive into Gerry Turner’s memoir (yes, the Golden Bachelor himself) and her impassioned “Justice for Theresa” movement. The sisters unpack Lauren’s morally bankrupt auntie era and Pookie & Jett’s Hermès-themed first birthday party for Paloma. Lastly, the sisters break down Kris Jenner’s 70th bash — complete with appearances from Jeff Bezos, Meghan Markle, and Kim K’s TikTok vlog. They also dive into the All’s Fair premiere, Kim’s alleged bar exam failure, Shay Mitchell’s controversial kids’ skincare line, and a Taylor Swift wedding theory that might just send the internet into cardiac arrest. (00:00:00) — Tuesday confessionals, NYC weather updates, and prepping for the Layla interview. (00:03:42) — Lauren’s Golden Bachelor memoir deep dive + the “Smoothies for Theresa” merch moment. (00:09:15) — The $20 prank that turned Lauren into a morally bankrupt auntie. (00:14:50) — Pookie & Jett’s Hermès birthday: the influencer-industrial complex strikes again. (00:22:11) — Kris Jenner’s 70th birthday: Jeff Bezos hosting, Harry & Meghan’s attendance, and Kim K’s party vlog. (00:27:39) — Meghan Markle pregnancy rumor + Kim’s post-party photo dump drama. (00:33:08) — Kim fails the bar exam: ChatGPT-coded announcement + “future lawyer” jokes gone wrong. (00:40:25) — All’s Fair review: Kim’s camp masterpiece + the unrealistic “ass-out” suit. (00:52:19) — Shay Mitchell’s kids’ skincare line and the unhinged influencer logic behind it. (00:59:34) — Taylor Swift’s rumored bridesmaids list + wedding speculation spirals. Clean Simple Eats: Visit CleanSimpleEats.com and use code POPAPOLOGISTS10 at checkout for 10% off your order. EarlyBird CBD: Visit EarlyBirdCBD.com and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 20% off. Progressive: Visit https://www.Progressive.com to see if you could save on car insurance. Booking.com: Book today on the site or in the app! Macy's: Shop at https://www.macys.com or in stores now! Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off your next gift at https://www.uncommongoods.com/podcast/pop! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever wonder why we invest so much emotional energy in the lives of famous people? That’s the central, messy question at the heart of Pop Apologists. Hosted by two sisters with an uncanny ability to dissect celebrity culture with the same intense scrutiny they apply to their own family dynamics, this podcast digs into the strange, often unspoken contract between the public and the famous. Each episode feels like a lively, sometimes heated, kitchen-table conversation where a pop culture moment-a viral scandal, a career comeback, a baffling feud-is picked apart not just for gossip, but for deeper meaning. They explore what our fascination says about modern society, our values, and our own personal narratives. You’ll hear them debate with the passion of lifelong fans and the critical eye of cultural observers, arguing whether a celebrity’s misstep is a genuine failing or a media construct, and why we feel compelled to defend or condemn them. Produced by PodcastOne, this isn’t just a recap of headlines; it’s a thoughtful, often funny, and deeply personal examination of why we care, how celebrity shapes culture, and why analyzing someone like a distant cousin can be surprisingly revealing. Tune in for a unique blend of personal anecdote and cultural critique that makes you rethink your own pop culture investments.
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263: Meghan Markle & the History of Influencers ft. Taylor Lorenz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:19
Lauren and Chan are joined by Taylor Lorenz to discuss all things related to internet culture. They dive into the following: The Socialite Rank (3:32), the social media ecosystem (11:33), parasocial relationships (14:35)…
262: Jenny Slate Enters the Blake Lively Vortex ft. Kate Kennedy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:25
Lauren and Chan are joined by Kate Kennedy from the Be There in Five podcast to chat about all the things living rent-free in their minds. They discuss Jenny Slate’s It Ends With Us HR complaint and why Justin Baldoni’s…
261. PROFILE: DEMI MOORE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:40
Lauren and Chan are so excited to bring you the first Pop Apologists Profile on the legend and icon Demi Moore. She’s had the kind of career that is truly one in a million, but the true story behind her life is a mix of…
260: BLAKE LIVELY vs. JUSTIN BALDONI PT. 6! How it will end. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:22
Lauren and Chan are back with part 6 of the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni battle. They are chatting the final portion of the timeline as well as the newest developments on the case: Ryan and Blake trying to sabotage Ju…
259: BLAKE LIVELY VS. JUSTIN BALDONI PART 4! FT. DEUXMOI [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:14
Lauren and Chan are joined by DeuxMoi to dive into part 4 of Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni. During their chat, they mention it all: Where Blake and Justin’s working relationship went wrong (4:43) , The popular theory o…
254: Heather Dubrow's Exclusive Scoop on Her Beverly Hills Fate [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:30
Lauren and Chan are so excited to be chatting with Heather Dubrow from Real Housewives of Orange County! They dive into the double standards of plastic surgery, and what constitutes a sexy upgrade vs. a taboo procedure (…