Eating For Free

In which we deep dive into Bravo's The Real Housewives franchises and their numerous connections to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell over the years.

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About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram

In which we deep dive into Bravo's The Real Housewives franchises and their numerous connections to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell over the years.

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GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING

LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED

About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram

In which we talk Nicki Minaj at the White House, Hudson Williams on pubic hair, TikTok's US takeover, and the infamous end of Netflix's Queer Eye.

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LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED

About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram

In which we talk with special guest star Ty Mitchell to talk all things Heated Rivalry, gay for pay actors, and fujoshi stan culture.

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About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram

In which we talk Gracie Abrams in A24, Sydney Sweeney and Israel, Nene Leakes returning to Bravo, Mar-a-Lago on Netflix, and Erika Jayne's new BF 'The Sheriff of Baghdad'.

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About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram

In which we break down the incredibly confusing, vague, and cryptic responses to Ashley Tisdale's essay in The Cut surrounding Hilary Duff, Megan Trainor, and Mandy Moore.

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About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram

In which we recap and react to the insanity that is the Disney original 'A Very Jonas Christmas Movie'

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About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram

In which we recap 2025 as the 'Year of Slop'

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About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram

In which we (preview) our S12E01 recap of the new Vanderpump Rules cast!

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About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram

In which we talk Khloe Kardashian mold exposure, Rosalia's Southwest Airlines ventures, forgotten memories from Rihanna's 777 tour, Mad Men's 4K restoration errors, Sabrina Carpenter Trump songs, and Lily Allen's USB butt plugs.

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About Eating For Free:

Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.

You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to [email protected]

• Joan Summers' Twitter, Instagram
• Matthew Lawson's Twitter, Instagram