Dear Chelsea

Big Gretch is here to chat with Chelsea about the state of the Union, what she’s doing to inspire more women to run for office, and the healing power of Dexter Morgan.  Then: A queer Aunt becomes estranged from her nephew after a drag brunch gone wrong.  

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Executive Producer Catherine Law

Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert

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Chelsea and Catherine talk about the best books they’ve read recently.  Links below!

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Kin

Calamity Club

The Island of Sea Women

Writers and Lovers 

Father of the Rain

This is Me 

War and Peace

The Count of Monte Cristo 

Wintering

The Poisonwood Bible

The Indifferent Stars Above

Mawson’s Will

Year of Wonders

Near Death in the ICU

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Executive Producer Catherine Law

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The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. 

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James McAvoy joins Chelsea to talk about why short people might make better actors, what it was like having a wild imagination while growing up in the projects, and the movement toward Scottish independence.  Then: A husband and wife are curious about ketamine.  A 20-something traveler gets the ick too easily.  And an ex-wife mourns the loss of her mother-in-law… even if her ex doesn’t.  

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Executive Producer Catherine Law

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The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.

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Justine Lupe (Succession, Nobody Wants This) joins Chelsea to talk about her quickie wedding, why she’d rather not go on vacation at the moment, and playing your show’s creator who just may be the messy one.  Then:  A Greek-cum-Angeleno wonders how to make friends when he doesn’t seem to like many people.  And a 40-something outgrew her partner - but should she take him back?

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Pick up a copy of The Correspondent here 

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Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at [email protected]

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Executive Producer Catherine Law

Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert

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The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.

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Chelsea and Catherine find out how to get into heaven.  And a Utah woman struggles with her sibling relationships after the death of her parents.   

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The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. 

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Keri Russell joins Chelsea to talk about New York in the 90s, the reason she’d leave acting if she could, and why she didn’t want to be thanked in Matthew Rhys’ Emmy acceptance speeches.  Then: A polyamorous couple decides to close things off with disastrous results… and wonders if a sub/dom arrangement is the answer. 

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The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.

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Scam Goddess is an award-winning comedy podcast dedicated to fraud and all those who practice it. Every episode, the Scam Goddess herself Laci Mosley (iCarly, Better Call Saul) covers the hottest scams on the streets today while also giving in-depth breakdowns of the wildest robberies, rackets, and capers throughout history. It's like true crime, but without all the death—aka True Con! Plus, Laci's always joined by hilarious guests like Conan O'Brien, Miranda Cosgrove, Jameela Jamil, JB Smoove, Nicole Byer, or Matt Rogers. Join the Scam Goddess "Con-gregation" to experience the funny side of fraud. And as Laci always says, stay schemin'! New episodes every Tuesday. Classic episodes re-released every Friday.

Listen here and subscribe to Scam Goddess on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!

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Comic Caitlin Peluffo joins Chelsea to chat about getting ripped before the finale of Funny AF, the lore of a Prince Albert, and why she doesn’t need a house husband.  Then: A simple question about condoms goes awry.  A queer person considers the big city.  And a husband’s need to be naked is driving his wife crazy… even if the neighbors don’t seem to mind. 

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Executive Producer Catherine Law

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The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.

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Chelsea and Catherine attempt to tackle some serious questions… and get a PSA on honeys and sweeties.  

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Executive Producer Catherine Law

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The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. 

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Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Williams joins Chelsea to talk about coming out to her mom (officially), why anger management actually worked for her, and who her real friends are.  Then: A college student struggles with a bad apple in the friend group.  Poor-mannered parents want to split the check unfairly.  And a wife finds herself in what may be a more dangerous marriage than she realizes.  

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Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at [email protected]

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The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.  

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