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In a Viral Article first, Chelsea dives into an article with the writer! Journalist and podcaster Jess McHugh (Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah) joins Chelsea to talk about her empowering Washington Post piece, “How Women Invented Book Clubs, Revolutionizing Reading and Their Own Lives.” They explore the radical history of women’s reading groups and salons that led to the modern-day book club. Plus: they also unpack celebrity book clubs from Oprah to Dua Lipa to “Love Island” literary lover Jeremiah, and why women still make up the backbone of the industry’s audience.

Join us for LIVE Virtual Events:

• Maritime LIVE Virtual Watch Party July 23rd 6PM PT

• Girl on Girl Zoom Book Club on July 27th at 11AM PT / 2PM ET

Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• How women invented book clubs, revolutionizing reading and their own lives (Washington Post)

• A Million Little Pieces x Life Writing with Traci Thomas 

Where to find our guest Jess McHugh:

• Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah Podcast

• Order Americanon

• Website

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Everyplate - Get a special offer of only $1.99 a meal at everyplate.com/podcast and use code GLAMOROUS199

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.

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Chelsea welcomes author and Just Between Us co-host Allison Raskin to unpack “Face It,” the memoir of Blondie icon Debbie Harry. They dive into the wild New York City nights and the Marilyn Monroe obsession that shaped Debbie’s image, her tangled trauma, and the complicated love story at the heart of Blondie. Plus: celebrity cameos from David Bowie, David’s Bowie, Iggy Pop, magician Penn Gillette… and the hot tub of our dreams

A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including sexual assault, violence, mental health, and substance use. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.

Join us for a special virtual book club event:

• Girl on Girl Zoom Book Club on July 27TH at 11AM PST / 2PM EST

Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• Ricki Lake Memoir

• Brooke Shields Memoir 

• Ashley Judd Memoir

Where to find our guest Allison Raskin:

• Instagram

• Podcast - Just Between Us

• Twitter/X

• YouTube for Just Between Us Podcast

• TikTok

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Everyplate - Get a special offer of only $1.99 a meal at everyplate.com/podcast and use code GLAMOROUS199

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.

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We’re back with Part 2 of this month’s Cookie Jar, and we’ve saved the best crumbs for this one! Chelsea and producer Kristina unpack the romantic chaos of "The Ultimatum: Queer Love" and deep dive into “Law & Order: SVU” star Mariska Hargitay’s beautifully directed documentary about uncovering her mother’s legacy and the truth of her paternity. Plus: Some inside info about the 2004 reality series “The Swan.”

JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB!

• Girl on Girl Zoom Book Club on July 27TH at 11AM PST / 2PM EST

Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• ‘The Ultimatum: Queer Love’ Star Marita Prodger Breaks Down Ashley Johnson Cheating Claims (Swoon)

Where to find our guest Kristina Lopez:

• Instagram

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Everyplate - Get a special offer of only $1.99 a meal at everyplate.com/podcast and use code GLAMOROUS199

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.

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It’s a Cookie Jar episode! Chelsea and producer Kristina dig into everything from Jennifer Aniston’s casting in the TV adaptation of Jeanette McCurdy’s memoir, “I’m Glad My Mom Died,” to the messy return of “Love Island USA.” Plus: why we’re still watching “And Just Like That” and reexamining the legacy of Barbara Walters.

JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB!

• Girl on Girl Zoom Book Club on July 27TH at 11AM PST / 2PM EST

Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• Documentary Book Club: Savior Complex (with Jackie Jesko)

• Bad Ass Bookclub Podcast about Chelsea’s Memoir (Video)

• Bad Ass Bookclub Podcast IG

Where to find our guest Kristina Lopez:

• Instagram

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Everyplate - Get a special offer of only $1.99 a meal at everyplate.com/podcast and use code GLAMOROUS199

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.

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Chelsea chats with Parvati Shallow, “Survivor” winner and “The Traitors” star, about her memoir “Nice Girls Don’t Win: How I Burned It All Down to Claim My Power,” out July 8th. Parvati opens up about escaping a controlling commune, how Joe Manganiello was almost a “Survivor” contestant, and what it’s like to be labeled a villain in front of millions.

Order Parvati’s Memoir “Nice Girls Don’t Win”

Join the cookie community:

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Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• Nicole’s Christie Brinkley Spreadsheet / Timeline

Where to find our guest Parvati Shallow:

• Instagram

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Everyplate - Get a special offer of only $1.99 a meal at everyplate.com/podcast and use code GLAMOROUS199

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.

___________

Here are instructions for adding the RSS feed to your podcast player so you can get the Patron-only episodes on your phone. You just need to do two things (that will take under 5 minutes):

https://www.patreon.com/rss/chelseadevantez?auth=HTunfYMMqCZHwETxJB6UCepC3600LZoO 

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Chelsea welcomes cookie Caitie Rosen to break down “Nice Girls Don’t Win,” the memoir of reality royalty Parvati Shallow, a “Survivor” winner and star of “The Traitors” Season 2. They unpack Parvati’s traumatic childhood escaping a commune (cult?), her rise to reality fame with the clever Black Widow Brigade, and her journey to untangle complex PTSD. Plus: a little “Traitors” tea and the wonders of a strap-on.

Join the cookie community:

• Become a member of the Patreon

Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• Order Parvati’s Memoir “Nice Girls Don’t Win”

• Gypsy Rose Blanchard e-book Memoir Ep (with Caitie Rosen)

• Caroline Calloway and Natalie Beach Memoir Ep (with Caitie Rosen)

• Fixing Famous People Ep with Caitie Rosen

• Parvati Shallow’s “Survivor” Highlights

Where to find our guest Caitie Rosen:

• Instagram

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Everyplate - Get a special offer of only $1.99 a meal at everyplate.com/podcast and use code GLAMOROUS199

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.

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Here are instructions for adding the RSS feed to your podcast player so you can get the Patron-only episodes on your phone. You just need to do two things (that will take under 5 minutes):

https://www.patreon.com/rss/chelseadevantez?auth=HTunfYMMqCZHwETxJB6UCepC3600LZoO 

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Chelsea welcomes back The Vault podcast host Amir Yass to dive into pop culture icon Janet Jackson’s 2011 memoir, “True You.” They unpack this sort of memoir slash diet book that includes Jackson family trauma, Janet’s secret marriage, trips to Studio 54 at age 11, a Paula Abdul cameo, and a recipe for oatmeal pancakes you’ll never want to try. 

A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including child abuse, diet culture, disordered eating, and substance use. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.

Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Finale: Redefining Women’s Representation on TV (With Amir Yass)

• Ariana Madix Memoir Ep

Where to find our guest Amir Yass:

• Instagram

• Podcast

• TikTok

• YouTube

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.

___________

Here are instructions for adding the RSS feed to your podcast player so you can get the Patron-only episodes on your phone. You just need to do two things (that will take under 5 minutes):

https://www.patreon.com/rss/chelseadevantez?auth=HTunfYMMqCZHwETxJB6UCepC3600LZoO 

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Chelsea is joined by Greta Johnson (Nerdette podcast) to unpack “You May Now Venmo the Bride,” an article by Elizabeth Genco in The Cut. They break down the rise of bridal party donation requests on social, the financial gymnastics of weddings, and whether Venmoing the bride is cringe or clever. Plus: the chaos and joy of weddings and how to celebrate love without going broke. 

Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• “You May Now Venmo the Bride” - The Cut

• Donate - World Central Kitchen

• Donate - Feed the Streets

• Nerdette Episode with Chelsea and Kristina

Where to find our guest Greta Johnsen:

• GRETAGRAM Substack

• Instagram

• Nerdette Podcast

• The Official Game of Thrones Podcast (HBO)

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.

___________

Here are instructions for adding the RSS feed to your podcast player so you can get the Patron-only episodes on your phone. You just need to do two things (that will take under 5 minutes):

https://www.patreon.com/rss/chelseadevantez?auth=HTunfYMMqCZHwETxJB6UCepC3600LZoO 

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First Marriage! 

Christie and husband #2, Billy Joel

Christie and Billy

Christie and Billy

Christie and her third husband, "Sticky Ricky," during their wedding.

Christie and Sticky Ricky.

Christie and husband #4, Peter Cook.

Christie and Peter

Peter Cook and his new partner.

Peter Cook and his new wife.

Peter Cook and his new wife.

Bellissima!

Vacation cameo!

Christie Brinkley on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1979.

Christie Brinkley on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1981.

Christie as Roxie Hart in "Chicago" on Broadway in 2010.

Some cool Christy Brinkley clothes, avail now!

Christy and Chuck Norris! 

Chelsea welcomes actor and documentarian Nicole Boyd to dig into “Uptown Girl,” the memoir of the supermodel Christie Brinkley. They unpack Christie’s supermodel career, plus her 4 marriages and many wild romances. Get ready to jump on a boat with Billy Joel, and run into Whitney Houston, Elle MacPherson, and Muhammad Ali! Plus: magical sand that saves her from a traumatic helicopter crash and what it's like to get negged by Sylvester Stallone’s brother.

A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including child abuse, diet culture, body image talk, and substance use. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.

Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• Nicole’s Christie Brinkley Spreadsheet / Timeline

Where to find our guest Nicole Boyd:

• Instagram

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.

In this special episode released from the paywall, Chelsea and comedian Maria Randazzo dissect the memoir of Practical Magic director, Griffin Dunne. Griffin’s memoir, "The Friday Afternoon Club,” is a celebrity family saga that will have your jaw on the floor. It features 100 celebrity cameos, from Carrie Fisher to JFK to Sean Connery, ending with a tragic murder that shaped Griffin’s art and family legacy.

Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including domestic violence, suicidal ideation, and murder. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.

Join the cookie community:

• Become a member of the Patreon

Follow Chelsea:

• Instagram @chelseadevantez

Show Notes:

• Carrie Fisher Memoir Episode

• Penny Marshall Memoir Episode

• Selma Blair Memoir Episode

• Elizabeth Taylor Memoir Episode

• Dominic Dunne’s Vanity Fair Articles

• Dominic Dunne’s Vanity Fair Piece on Dominique’s trial

Where to find our guest: Maria Randazzo

• Instagram

• Website

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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous

• Everyplate - Get a special offer of only $1.99 a meal at everyplate.com/podcast and use code GLAMOROUS199

• Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.