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PODCAST

Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir Podcast

Chelsea Devantez

Celebrity memoirs, pop culture, and books! Join us as we book club female celebrity memoirs through a thoughtful lens.

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35:34

Viral Article Book Club: Money Dysmorphia and the...

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2025/04/18

Chelsea is joined by novelist and screenwriter Carolyn Huynh to break down the New York Times article “Are You the Only One Who’s Broke, or Is It Money Dysmorphia?” They unpack the so-called boom boom aesthetic, lipstick-effect economics, doom spending, and those who cosplay as both rich and broke on social media. Plus: Is going to Coachella at 35... cringe?Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Where to order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to order Show Notes: Are

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88:54

Sutton Foster’s Memoir Hooked (with Casey Balsham)

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2025/04/15

Chelsea is joined by “It’s Broadway Bitch” host Casey Balsham to break down actor and singer Sutton Foster’s memoir, “Hooked: How Crafting Saved My Life.” They unpack everything from Sutton’s deeply complicated relationship with her agoraphobic mother to her rise from understudy to Tony winner and the affair rumors that went wild. Plus: Bobby Cannavale, Christian Borle, and the Hugh Jackman of it all.Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Follow Chelsea: Instagram

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52:12

White Lotus Finale Hot Takes, Netflix's Adolescence,...

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2025/04/11

Chelsea and Kristina dive into April’s hottest pop culture topics: Zendaya’s casting as Ronnie Spector, the “White Lotus” season 3 finale (yes, we talk about the dicks and the discourse), and takeaways from Netflix’s “Adolescence.” Plus, we dissect the great corporate feminism space race (looking at you, Katy Perry), shout out Cookie book recommendations, and nominate a few people for our dream anti-acknowledgments section.Trigger warning: This episode briefly discusses sensitive topics, including

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68:27

Mara Wilson’s Memoir Where Am I Now? (with Ruby Karp)

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2025/04/08

Chelsea is joined by writer and performer Ruby Karp (I Don’t Trust Adults) to cover Mara Wilson’s memoir, “Where Am I Now?” They unpack this introspective and honest look at child stardom and a career in the arts, from Mara’s days on the set of “Matilda” and “Mrs. Doubtfire” to what it was like to cross paths with fellow child actors like Scarlett Johansson and Kristen Stewart, and have mentors like Robin Williams and Danny Devito. Chelsea and Ruby reflect on storytelling as survival and what it

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52:57

Viral Article Book Club: Blake Lively, Meghan Markle...

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2025/04/04

Writer and showrunner Sierra Teller Ornelas joins Chelsea for another Viral Article Book Club. This time, they’re diving into that Cut article, “Why Do These Women Inspire Such Rage?” The two friends unpack the article, which talks about why Meghan (Markle) Sussex and Blake Lively fuel so much ragebait. The two of them get into how these women are very different, the politics of likability, Justin Baldoni’s man bun, Gwyneth and her vagina candles, and how Elon and Trump are weak lil worms who

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91:44

Sarah Wynn William’s Memoir Careless People (with...

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2025/03/28

Chelsea is joined by two returning icons, Traci Thomas (The Stacks) and Becca Platsky (Corporate Gossip), to cover “Careless People,” the explosive memoir by ex-Facebook exec Sarah Wynn-Williams. Weak boy Mark Cuckerburg tried to silence this book with an NDA from Facebook’s lawyers, and so it instantly became a best seller! Buckle up because this book is a Silicon Valley horror show meets a girlboss reckoning. Come for Sheryl Sandberg’s lingerie-inspired “come to bed” stories, stay for Mark

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79:10

Sheryl Sandberg’s Memoir Lean In (with Becca Platsky)

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2025/03/21

Chelsea and Becca Platsky (host of the Corporate Gossip podcast) put on their office peplum and stinky ballet flats to travel back to 2013 and book club Sheryl Sandberg’s memoir "Lean In." This widely popular book told women to get a seat at the table, only for that table to be run by Mark Zuckerberg in a Benson Boone jumpsuit chugging from a red solo cup. They unpack Lean In's cultural impact and discuss whether or not you can draw a straight line from its publication to the disappearance of the

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37:44

Viral Article Book Club: When Parenthood Changes...

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2025/03/18

Chelsea and Nora McInerny ("Thanks for Asking") dive into The Cut’s advice article, "My Friends Abandoned Me When They Had Kids." They break down how friendships shift when one person becomes a parent, the (questionable?) advice prescribed in The Cut, and whether it’s fair to expect single friends to just “wait it out.” Plus, Chelsea and Nora share their own experiences with friendship shake-ups and what it really means to show up for the people in your life -- kids or no kids.Follow

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63:47

Naomi Watts’ Memoir Dare I Say It? (with Elizabeth...

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2025/03/14

Chelsea and guest Elizabeth Laime (Nobody's Listening, Right?) dive into “Dare I Say It?” Naomi Watts’ menopause-focused book and extract all the tea! They unpack Naomi’s unexpected love story with Billy Crudup, Liev Schreiber, and herself. Then they scream about Stacy London’s fashion tips and Elizabeth tells an amazing story you’ll never recover from! A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including suicide. Take care while listening and find helpful resources

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60:07

The Meghan (Markle) Sussex Rebrand and AI Boyfriends Me...

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2025/03/07

Chelsea and Kristina dive into this month’s crumbs, starting with Meghan (Markle) Sussex’s rebrand with her Netflix series, “With Love.” Then they break down Candace Owens’ new lifestyle platform and whether it's leading women down a rabbit hole to the right. And they discuss why this season of “Love Is Blind” is so bad it’s making them wonder if Milwaukee is OK. Plus, “White Lotus,” grudges, women to check on, and more.Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Where to order Chelsea’s

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127:16

Ione Skye’s Memoir Say Everything (with Chelsea Davison)

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2025/03/04

Chelsea and Podstruck co-host Chelsea Davison dive into “Say Everything: A Memoir,” Ione Skye’s new book (out today), which is packed with jaw-dropping moments. They explore Ione’s career-turning role in "Say Anything," her relationship with Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Anthony Kiedis, her marriage to Beastie Boys’ Adam Horovitz, and why her story feels like a Forrest Gump-style journey through a ’90s Hollywood fever-dream. A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics

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61:41

Eartha Kitt’s Memoir Alone With Me (with Angela Tucker)

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2025/02/28

Chelsea is joined by author Angela Tucker ("You Should Be Grateful") to dive into "Alone With Me," Eartha Kitt’s 1976 memoir. Together, they unpack Eartha’s journey to international stardom which includes cameos from James Dean, Marilyn Monroe, and Orson Welles. Plus, they dig into the infamous White House luncheon that led to Eartha being blacklisted and the CIA dossier that labeled her a “sadistic nymphomaniac"! A content warning: this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including

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36:38

Viral Article Book Club: The NY Times on Dating Women...

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2025/02/25

Chelsea is joined by Traci Thomas (The Stacks podcast) to break down one of the wildest letters to hit The New York Times Magazine: a white man wondering if prioritizing women of color in dating will advance his antiracism. They unpack the letter’s cringiest moments, the ethicist’s response (was it satire?), and why no woman wants to be compared to kale. Plus, Chelsea introduces her new viral article rating system—because some articles demand a group chat rant.Follow Chelsea: Instagram

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10:31

Viral Article Book Club: Jessica Simpson's interview...

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2025/02/25

Chelsea goes solo for this viral article deep dive, recapping The Cut’s recent interview with Jessica Simpson and her sister Ashley Simpson Ross. Nothing could have prepared Chelsea for the absolutely wild Prince story buried in the middle. Let us know if you’re into this new format! Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Where to order Chelsea’s book: Bookshop.org Find other places to order Show Notes: The Jessica & Ashlee Show (The Cut) Jessica Simpson Memoir

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55:25

Neko Case’s Memoir The Harder I Fight, The More I...

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2025/02/21

Chelsea and actor/writer Jana Schmieding ("Rutherford Falls") dive into Neko Case’s brand-new memoir, "The Harder I Fight, The More I Love You." From Case’s neglectful and rugged upbringing in the Pacific Northwest to her rise in the indie rock scene, they unpack her poetic writing, years of relentless touring, and the resilience that fueled her art. Plus, the comedian whose work helped shape Neko’s path, an unexpected Stevie Nicks tangent, and why spite might just be the ultimate creative fuel. A

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43:28

Viral Article Book Club: The Cruel Kids’ Table

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2025/02/11

It’s a new kind of episode where we book club a viral article! Chelsea and “Rutherford Falls” creator Sierra Teller Ornelas dive into “The Cruel Kids’ Table,” the buzzy New York Magazine article that wants you to believe the hot young right is effortlessly chic. They break down why these narratives resurface every election cycle, what the actual takeaways should be from this moment in politics, and why the F the article includes the sentence “Melania is mother.” Follow Chelsea: Instagram

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75:51

Josephine Baker’s Memoir Fearless and Free (with...

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2025/02/07

Chelsea and comedian Tocarra Mallard dive into Josephine Baker’s newly translated memoir, “Fearless and Free.” They explore how she danced her way to global stardom, secretly worked as a WWII spy for the French Resistance (yes, she smuggled German secrets on sheet music), and built a legacy as groundbreaking as it was complicated. Plus, a deep dive into her controversial Rainbow Tribe and the memoir’s wildest moments—including a psychic rabbit’s foot and some truly questionable recipes.Trigger

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78:07

Shari Franke’s Memoir The House of My Mother (with...

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2025/01/31

Chelsea welcomes back Kate Casey to break down former child influencer Shari Franke’s memoir, “The House of My Mother.” They explore her backstory on the now-infamous 8 Passengers YouTube channel, the dark side of family vlogging, and the cult-like control of her mother, Ruby Franke, and life coach Jodi Hildebrandt. Chelsea and Kate unpack the harrowing abuse Shari survived. Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including child abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful

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85:17

Brooke Shields, Blake Lively, and Celebrity Meh-moirs

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2025/01/28

Chelsea and producer Kristina Lopez dive into all the glamorous and trashy headlines, from Brooke Shields’ surgery without her consent, to Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s court drama, to the news of three celebrity memoirs that no one asked for, to the many other cookie crumbs gracing our table. Buckle the hell up, Kristina and Chelsea hadn’t recorded together for a month, so this is a big ol ep! Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including sexual harassment. Take care while

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96:06

Jennifer Hudson’s Memoir I Got This (with Tocarra...

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2025/01/17

Chelsea welcomes back friend and comedian Toccara Mallard for a closer look at all things Jennifer Hudson. They laugh their asses off as they unpack the Oscar-winning star’s 2012 Weight Watchers-infused memoir, “I Got This: How I Changed My Ways and Lost What Weighed Me Down,” and the juicy moments Jennifer shared —including the infamous Oscars bolero debacle and Oprah yelling at her. Plus, they share a few updates on her romance with Common and her 25(!!!!!!) siblings.Trigger warning: This

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