Erika and Steven start the conversation about misery-bonding with coworkers by recounting their experiences in service and retail and how shared experiences with customers and managers helped to create friendships in the workplace (0:30). Then they dig into some listener mail on the topic of childhood friendships. Finally, Erika is joined once again by writer Julian Kimble to talk about the pop culture influences around hating work and bonding with your coworkers, including ‘Office Space,’ ‘The Office,’ ‘Telemarketers,' ‘The Bear,’ and ‘Mad Men’ (22:15).
If you have any thoughts or stories about misery-bonding with coworkers, email us at whataboutyourfriendspod@gmail.com.
Hosts: Erika Ramirez and Steven Othello
Guest: Julian Kimble
Producer: Sasha Ashall
Theme Music: Devon Renaldo
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Misery Loves Company: Work Friendships | What About Your Friends?

Ringer Dish is the place for all things celebrity and pop culture. From major moments like the Met Gala and the Oscars, to the weird habits of the stars you love, and refreshers on the biggest tabloid stories from the last 20 years, Ringer Dish has all the vital details. On Tuesdays, catch ‘Jam Session’ with Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins for royal family rumors, celebrity real estate, and industry analysis. And on Wednesdays, join Erika Ramirez for ‘What About Your Friends?’ for conversation about friendship and how it’s portrayed in pop culture.

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Places & Travel

The ladies return this week with the devastation that is the alleged downfall of Ben Affleck and J.Lo’s relationship (0:00). The ladies also discuss what their current Instagram algorithms are looking like (19:27), Ryan Murphy’s upcoming new medical drama series ‘Doctor Odyssey’ (23:51), and Juliet’s visit to Broadway to see ‘Wicked’ before it hits theaters (27:17).
Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Jade Whaley
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Bye-Bye Bennifer, Algorithms, Wicked, and More | Jam Session

Jodi and Chelsea dive into the internet’s obsessions this week, including the newest three-minute ‘Wicked’ trailer (4:45), Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie’s mysterious new show (13:53), and a plethora of salacious Bravo drama (19:35). Then they talk about what they’re watching, starting with the weird and wonderful quasi-late-night live show from John Mulaney, ‘Everybody’s in L.A.’ (32:02), and ending with the first two episodes of Season 3 of ‘Bridgerton’ (42:23). Make sure to check back next week for Episodes 3 and 4! Finally, Jodi and Chelsea share their personal obsessions for the week (1: 10:04).
Hosts: Jodi Walker and Chelsea Stark-Jones
Producer: Sasha Ashall
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‘Bridgerton’ Episodes 1-2, ‘Wicked’ Trailer, and Bravo Drama | We’re Obsessed

Erika is joined by photographer, director, and ‘Office’ obsessive Ravie B. to go on an odyssey through their favorite friendships and relationships on ‘The Office.’ They talk about individual friendships, specific episodes like "Dinner Party," and why the show was so successful at capturing the essence of friendships in so many different forms.
Host: Erika Ramirez
Guest: Raven Varona
Producer: Sasha Ashall
Theme Music: Devon Renaldo
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The Friendships of ‘The Office’ | What About Your Friends?

In deep anticipation of Season 3 of ‘Bridgerton,’ Juliet and Jodi discuss where we left off with Season 2 and what we know about the upcoming season and answer the fundamental questions going into it. There is some discussion about what happens in the book Season 3 is based on, so if you don’t want any potential spoilers at all, skip 23:58-25:12. The ‘Ringer Dish’ feed will be your home for EVERYTHING ‘Bridgerton’ in the upcoming weeks and months, so stay tuned in.
Hosts: Juliet Litman and Jodi Walker
Producer: Sasha Ashall
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‘Bridgerton’ Season 3 Precap and FAQ

A packed week of celebrity news on 'Jam Session' this week. Juliet and Amanda begin by discussing Harry and Meghan’s trip to the U.K. and Nigeria (0:00), then get into Taylor Swift’s return to her ‘Eras’ Tour and her entourage that came with her to Paris (13:59). The ladies also discuss a possible musical comeback from Zayn Malik (18:25), Hailey and Justin Bieber’s pregnancy announcement (26:28), and finally Chris Pine’s press tour for ‘Poolman’ (31:30).
Hosts: Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Jade Whaley
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Misery Loves Company: Work Friendships | What About Your Friends?

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