Jam Session

This week on Jam Session, Amanda and Juliet counter the broader world with their own list, “things that aren’t remotely depressing.” They talk about the most joyful TikTok moment out of Paris Fashion Week (06:37), Amanda’s pierced ears (13:05), and the latest Ben Affleck interview (35:10). Then, they wrap up the show with kid-related not depressing things (37:00).

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Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Production Support: Remy Hernandez & Sarah Reddy

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This week on Jam Session, the ladies kick things off with some quick updates on their current reading lists before diving into the week’s biggest pop culture moments. First, they discuss Aaron Sorkin’s very tan look (6:37) and Tom Cruise making the rounds for his 'Digger' press tour, including an appearance on 'The Jennifer Hudson Show' and that interesting tunnel dance (18:00). Next, Taylor Swift has new music and makes her rounds at the 2026 VMAs (26:51). Then, it’s time for some royal news, including Harry and Meghan’s move and the new memoir from Princess Diana’s brother Charles Spencer, 'Swan Song: Diana, My Sister' (35:00). Finally, they wrap things up with Feedback and Follow-Up (38:38).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade Whaley
Production Support: Remy Hernandez

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This week on Jam Session, Amanda and Juliet begin with the latest Meghan Markle news, which leads to a discussion about  etiquette of screenshotting the mom group chat (05:39). Then they move on to The Cut’s coverage of Amy Griffin’s (20:11). Then, they investigate Channing Tatum’s possible burner account (37:22), Travis Kelce to falling victim to a Ponzi scheme (39:58), and the iconic return of Julia Stiles (42:01) before ending the show with Feedback and Follow-Up (51:33).

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Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Production Support: Remy Hernandez

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This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda kick things off with Meghan Markle’s return to the U.K. and the latest on finding a new school for her kids (3:19). Next, they discuss Tom Cruise and Taylor Swift being spotted at the Chiefs game, plus Tom’s new GQ feature by Amanda's husband, Zach Baron (21:34). Then, the ladies get into Aaron Rodgers’s recent comments about Shailene Woodley (36:41), Salma Hayek’s The Cut interview with Angelina Jolie (40:16), and all things Emmys (44:55). They wrap things up with Feedback and Follow-Up (48:22).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade Whaley
Production Support: Remy Hernandez and Jon Jones

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This week on Jam Session, the ladies kick things off with a check-in on the royal return of Meghan and Harry, the discussion about security for the couple, and the media war among the family (03:00). Then, they react to the photo shoot with the Biebers in WYouth (16:43), review the new Rachel Cusk book inspired by Natalie Portman (26:58), and try to understand the latest Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce pap walk (37:50). They close the show by quacking with Ben Affleck’s Aflac ads (42:42) and get into Feedback & Follow-Up (43:35).

Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman 

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Production Support: Remy Hernandez

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This week on Jam Session, the ladies kick things off with some inside scoops from the Venice Film Festival, where Amanda is joining us from. Next, they dive into Diane von Furstenberg’s sun protocol (4:08), Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields festival (17:24), and, with football season approaching, Travis Kelce’s Vogue feature in partnership with Tommy Hilfiger—plus, the advertising debut of his alleged dog, Wendy (23:08). Finally, they talk 'Practical Magic 2' (30:37) and Juliet’s guilty pleasure: Nick Jonas (37:53).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade Whaley
Production Support: Remy Hernandez

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This week on Jam Session, Amanda and Juliet return from their vacations to some big new out of the royals corner: Harry and Meghan are coming back to the U.K. (7:46) Then, the two get into Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods tying the knot in Malibu (39:32), and Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez having an intimate wedding in Portugal (46:01). Next, the two get some breaking news of Dolly Parton’s passing (50:59), and then move on to some summer catch-ups of news while they were away (53:42), and lastly Feedback & Follow-Up (1:00:56).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producers: Jade Whaley
Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy

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This week on ‘Jam Session,’ Juliet and Amanda are back with a special mailbag episode! First, they hit a few celebrity quick hitters, including Ben Affleck winning ‘Celebrity Jeopardy!’ (1:41) and Phoebe Bridgers's new album, which may offer some tea on her relationship with Paul Mescal (3:40). Then, they do a mini deep dive into the ‘New York Times' list of the 50 Best Thriller Books of the 21st Century (8:12). Finally, they open up the mailbag and answer questions from our lovely listeners about celebrities, fashion, parenting, and more ( 22:42).

Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade Whaley

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This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda talk about Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid being spotted wearing subtle ring bands while in Paris, sparking marriage rumors (2:15). They also discuss Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock's 'Practical Magic 2' press tour and Nicole’s new rumored boyfriend, private equity investor Michael Reinstein (28:38). Next, the two break down Keith McNally’s critique of Belle Burden's bestselling divorce memoir, 'Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage' (35:49), yacht season check-in featuring Elton John and the Beckhams (42:12), and of course end it with some Feedback & Follow-Up (44:34).
Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade Whaley

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This week on Jam Session, it’s Amanda’s birthday week (month, and year)! Happy early birthday to our favorite Leo (00:00)! Next, the two dive into some celebrity updates, including Jennifer Garner’s media rounds in conjunction with ‘The Five-Star Weekend’ (6:53), a quick hit on the passing of Ben Affleck’s mother, Chris Anne Affleck (19:10), and Jam Session’s Predictions Market on when Taylor Swift will post her wedding photos (21:11). Next, the two talk about Dua Lipa’s upcoming curated book festival in London (26:12), Katy Perry spotted out on the water as yacht season is here (28:13) and end it with Feedback & Follow-Up (40:22).

Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman
Producer: Jade Whaley

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