Normal Gossip

By Normal Gossip

Normal Gossip delivers juicy, strange, funny, and utterly banal gossip about people you’ll never know and never meet. Host Rachelle Hampton discusses reader-submitted comedic gossip with guests, di

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· Comedy

4.6

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FAQs about Normal Gossip:

How many episodes does Normal Gossip have?

The podcast currently has 89 episodes available.

Normal Gossip episodes:

October 30, 2024 Emotional Support Fruits with Samantha Irby
Our old friend Samantha Irby is back for a story about what could go wrong when you bring a wild animal into your home.
Follow Sam on Instagram at @bitchesgottaeat!
Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here!
Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!
Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!
You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.
Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/
Episode transcript here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Miranda Kramer. Show art by Tara Jacoby.
Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.
Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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1h 5min
October 23, 2024 Nepo Baby for Trash with Alex Sujong Laughlin
Our own Alex Sujong Laughlin joins us for a tale of petty thievery plaguing the Dept. of Sanitation during the most wonderful time of the year: Garbage Man Appreciation Week.
Follow Alex on Instagram at @alexlaughs!
Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!
Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!
You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.
Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/
Episode transcript here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Jessica An. Show art by Tara Jacoby.
Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.
Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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1h 4min
October 16, 2024 Essential Oils and Illegal Casinos with Danielle Henderson
When you cheat at bingo, the house always wins. Danielle Henderson joins us again for a story about how far parents will go to raise money for their kids' soccer team—and to gamble.
Follow Danielle on Instagram and subscribe to her newsletter!
Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!
Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!
You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.
Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/
Episode transcript here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Loren Sanchez. Show art by Tara Jacoby.
Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.
Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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59min
October 09, 2024 Forbidden Feline Fanfiction with Ashley Reese
Welcome to season SEVEN of Normal Gossip! We're starting off the season strong with Ashley Reese and a story about a smutty fanfiction community. Check out Ashley on Twitter and Instagram and check out her Substack here.

Episode transcript here.

Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!

Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!

You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.

Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/

Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.

Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Ginger Hollander. Show art by Tara Jacoby.

Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.

Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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1h
September 25, 2024 Charcuterie Board of Gossip with Rachelle Hampton
Surprise! In today's bonus episode, Rachelle Hampton (Normal Gossip's best friend) joins Kelsey for a basketful of updates on gossips past.
Spoiler warning! Make sure you've listened to the following episodes:
S1E8 Spot the Scammer
S2E3 Squirrel Enthusiast
S2E4 Short King of East Texas
S3E1 Righteous Lesbian Energy
S3E6 In Defense of Children
S4E6 Vigilante Renovation
See you on October 9th for the premiere of season seven!
Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!
Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!
You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.
Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/
Episode transcript here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor.
Show art by Tara Jacoby.
Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.
Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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57min
June 19, 2024 MFAs and Other Mistakes with Brittany Luse
It is the season 6 FINALE and we've got the amazing Brittany Luse here for a story about A-list authors, ill-advised MFAs, and pets in places where they shouldn't be.
Listen to Brittany's podcast, It's Been a Minute, here!
PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!!
Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!
You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.
Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/
Episode transcript here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs) and Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas). Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira) is our associate producer. Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor.
Show art by Tara Jacoby.
Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.
Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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1h 3min
June 12, 2024 The Wormhole of Sasha with Gabby Windey
We are joined this week by our gayest Bachelorette, Gabby Windey, for a story about queer love, polyamory, and a pair of *very* special tie-dyed overalls.
Listen to Gabby's podcast, Long Winded with Gabby Windey.
PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!!
Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!
You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.
Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/
Episode transcript here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs) and Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas). Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira) is our associate producer. Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor.
Show art by Tara Jacoby.
Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.
Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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56min
June 05, 2024 Romancing the Stoned with Jenée Desmond-Harris
Jeneé Desmond-Harris joins us for a tale of patriotism, fire drills, and accidentally getting too stoned at the wrong time.
Listen to Dear Prudence and follow Jenée on Twitter here.
PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!!
Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!
You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.
Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/
Episode transcript here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs) and Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas). Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira) is our associate producer. Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor.
Show art by Tara Jacoby.
Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.
Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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59min
May 29, 2024 Haunted and Constipated with Sonalee Rashatwar
Sonalee Rashatwar (they/he) joins us for an international story about families, inheritance, and haunting.
Follow Sonalee on Instagram!
PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!!
Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!
You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.
Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/
Episode transcript here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs) and Ozzy Llinas Goodman. Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira) is our associate producer. Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor.
Show art by Tara Jacoby.
Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.
Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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58min
May 22, 2024 Minder, the Finder, and the Grinder with Elise Hu
Elise Hu joins us for a tale of startup bros and the hermit crabs that come between them.
Buy Elise's book, Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital.
PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!!
Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!
You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.
Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/
Episode transcript here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs) and Ozzy Llinas Goodman. Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira) is our associate producer. Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor.
Show art by Tara Jacoby.
Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.
Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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How many episodes does Normal Gossip have?

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