A lot on my mind this week. The Summer House aftermath tried to serve me a victim narrative about Amanda. Monica McNutt called Taylor out at the Knicks game and I have thoughts. Your Ariana Grande comments came in heavy and I'm addressing them directly. And yes, I'm a book girl now - let’s get into it.

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Summer House on Bravo:

https://www.bravotv.com/summer-house

West Wilson Not Returning:

https://www.tmz.com/2026/06/15/summer-house-star-west-wilson-not-returning/

Jen Hamilton’s news:

https://people.com/influencer-jen-hamilton-confirms-split-from-husband-brian-after-15-years-together-11998982

Bread Beauty post from Olamide Olowe:

https://www.tiktok.com/@olamideolowe/video/7648051185764601119?_r=1&_t=ZT-97HvDooIJiA

Mented’s Cloud Cream Skin Tint:

https://www.mentedcosmetics.com/collections/cloud-cream-skin-tint

KJ’s 5-star reads:

https://www.tiktok.com/@iam_kjmiller/video/7650974838349253901

KJ’s Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/200570826-kj-miller

Ciara Miller closed out the Summer House reunion, landed a Harper's Bazaar cover, and is booked from here to Cannes. Ariana launched her tour and the internet spent more time on her body than her set list…and we need to talk about that.

Plus: Taylor's got us in our feelings, Olivia's got the Swifties on alert, and Lizzo dropped a new album that few people seem to care about.

Let's get into it.

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References:

I Knew It, I Knew You - By Taylor Swift:

https://open.spotify.com/track/5uPaqMMt59KGrdKIitDRqa?si=dc95b47242d849ac

Olivia Rodrigo’s Popcast Episode:

https://youtu.be/0I_tljaH9Bg?si=kRpasJmGGS8frMjg

Bitch - Album by Lizzo:

https://open.spotify.com/album/2wPyRw9iR2TQQgc8c5NCUk?si=mt-lZ4MtQs2_oNj1BiHTqA

Summer House on Bravo:

https://www.bravotv.com/summer-house

Ciara’s Cover Article with Harper’s Bazaar:

https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/film-tv/a71420915/ciara-miller-summer-house-interview-2026/

Professor Miller's back to unpack Summer House Reunion Part 2. West and Amanda continuing to lower the bar, Dara with a read for the ages, and Meija's call blowing the whole thing open — let's get into it.

Plus — Taylor Swift + Toy Story 5, and yes, I think she's going for the Oscar.

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References:

Summer House Reunion - Part 2:

https://www.bravotv.com/summer-house/season-10/episode-18/reunion-part-2
Dara’s Take on West:

https://www.tiktok.com/@bravotv/video/7646908845482183949

Taylor’s Song for Toy Story 5:

https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDXeuSkZjm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Professor Miller is in session. I took notes — actual notes — on the Summer House Reunion because Ciara came in ready and I was not about to let a single moment slide.

Plus — some Black News covering the Patrick Ta and Painted by Esther situation. 

Saddle up!

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References:

Summer House Reunion - Part 1:

https://www.bravotv.com/summer-house/season-10/episode-17/reunion-part-1

Patrick Ta and Painted by Esther Controversy:

https://www.tiktok.com/@amandachristine_1/video/7643672293280976142?_r=1&_t=ZT-96iDdz4jzAr

https://www.tiktok.com/@isittherightword/video/7643788602513624350?_r=1&_t=ZT-96iDeFWt1fp

I finally saw Devil Wears Prada 2. The cast looked incredible. The movie? Different conversation.

This week I'm also getting into Caitlin Clark's latest moment, Billie Eilish's take that offended half the internet, and the New York Times list that left Beyoncé off — and why my take might surprise you.

Spoilers for The Devil Wears Prada 2 from 8:46 to 13:09.

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References:

The Devil Wears Prada 2:

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33612209/

Drew Aufualo’s Take on ‘Acting Your Weight’:

https://www.tiktok.com/@drewafualo/video/7636915062476672286?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7626447009641842206

Caitlin Clark and Morgan Wallen:

https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/wnba/2026/05/09/caitlin-clark-morgan-wallen-walkout-indianapolis/90017780007/

Jennifer Fessler and West Wilson:

https://pagesix.com/2026/05/12/entertainment/inside-jennifer-fesslers-conversation-with-west-wilson-after-ciara-miller-accusation/

Summer House reunion photos:

https://www.bravotv.com/the-daily-dish/summer-house-season-10-reunion-first-look-preview-cast-photo-exclusive

Billie Eilish’s hot take:

https://www.instagram.com/p/DYDfSIUj9aY/

Why Wasn’t Beyoncé on the NY Times Songwriters list:

https://www.nytimes.com/video/podcasts/100000010883839/why-wasnt-beyonce-on-our-greatest-songwriters-list.html

The Met Gala was Monday and you know I have thoughts. Beyoncé ate. Lauren Sánchez did not.

We're also closing the book on Blake Lively, checking in on Bozoma Saint John, and I'm bringing Judge and Jury back for a big one.

Let's go.

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References:

Cosmo’s Met Gala Roundup:

https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/a71204010/best-worst-dressed-met-gala-2026/

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach a settlement:

https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/04/entertainment/blake-lively-justin-baldoni-settlement

Bozoma Saint John and Andy Cohen:

https://people.com/bozoma-saint-john-calls-out-andy-cohen-for-seemingly-shading-her-professional-resume-11964640

Begged, by Olivia Rodrigo on SNL:

https://youtu.be/qZ2CeJ_DvUA?si=F7QCYrmM6B6IRfl7

The queens are showing out and the men are out here embarrassing themselves.

This week we're looking at how women are running the culture, from Taylor's songwriting to Beyoncé's breadcrumbs, Gaga x Doechii, and more.

Plus, how Meg deserves so much better, and Amanda seems determined to earn every bit of hate coming her way.

Let's talk about it.

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References:

The Act III rumors:

https://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/when-is-beyonce-releasing-act-iii-album-rumors-explained/

My Take on Beyoncé’s breadcrumbs vs. Taylor’s Easter Eggs:

https://www.tiktok.com/@iam_kjmiller/video/7634222127780089101?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7564432216270325261

30 greatest living American songwriters:

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/magazine/greatest-american-songwriters-alive.html

Taylor’s NY Times Interview:

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/28/magazine/taylor-swift-songwriting-process-interview.html

Drop Dead by Olivia Rodrigo going number 1:

https://www.billboard.com/lists/olivia-rodrigo-drop-dead-hot-100-number-one-debut/

You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love - Album from Olivia Rodrigo:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/You_Seem_Pretty_Sad_for_a_Girl_So_in_Love

Runway - Lady Gaga and Doechii:

https://youtu.be/XXIX2WnfbpE?si=RjI7PAEa9Oo4PMs2

Megan Thee Stallion:

https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/27/entertainment/megan-thee-stallion-klay-thompson-breakup-cec

Summer House audio leaks:

https://people.com/bravo-reveals-source-of-summer-house-reunion-audio-leak-11958939

West Wilson got on his podcast and said absolutely nothing. Ciara got a Glamour cover and said everything. And somewhere in between all of that, I read a Substack article about Ozempic that made me want to talk about weight, morality, and why we feel so comfortable judging people's bodies. Let's get into it.

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Ciara Miller’s Glamour Cover Story:

https://www.glamour.com/story/ciara-miller-will-let-the-universe-handle-it

West Wilson’s Podcast statements:

https://people.com/west-wilson-speaks-amanda-batula-relationship-first-time-11954603

https://www.tiktok.com/@bravotalktoomuch/video/7630999232031264031

Diabolocal Lies’ Episode on Ciara:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/35MaBrqz2DAQh8mktGpr1V?si=Ku6DM1MZRqWuJ83TqEjR9A

My Roommate’s on Ozempic and It’s Causing Chaos in the Apartment:

https://singlesister.substack.com/p/my-roommates-on-ozempic-and-its-causing

Justin Bieber headlined Coachella in rain boots and a hoodie for 90 minutes. The internet loved it. I had questions. And Bieber wasn't the only one getting some side-eye this year. 

Plus the Alex Cooper situation - let’s get into it.

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References:

Coachella camping videos:https://www.tiktok.com/@janaemarzan/video/7626913739262020877?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7564432216270325261

https://www.tiktok.com/@want.zamora/video/7626904455199460622?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7564432216270325261

My take on Bieber’s Coachella performance:

https://www.tiktok.com/@iam_kjmiller/video/7628025318258904333?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7564432216270325261

Bieber’s Coachella performance:

https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/justin-bieber-coachella-set-internet-youtube-nostalgia-criticism-rcna331538

Bran Flakezz went to Coachella with Starbucks:

https://www.thecut.com/article/bran-flakezz-fans-backlash-starbucks-coachella-spon.html

Bran Flakezz’ response:

https://www.tiktok.com/@bran__flakezz/video/7628358890819685662?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7564432216270325261

Sabrina’s Performance:

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-news/sabrina-carpenter-coachella-headlining-set-recap-1236556670/

Sabrina’s apology:

https://www.eonline.com/news/1430810/coachella-2026-sabrina-carpenter-apologizes-for-reaction-to-fans-culture

My Alix Earle - Alex Cooper beef video:https://www.tiktok.com/@iam_kjmiller/video/7628338402538032398?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7564432216270325261

We're all going back and rewatching Amanda Batula — and the benefit of the doubt? Gone.

Also, a woman found her boyfriend's ChatGPT history and it ended everything. I have thoughts, I have feelings, and I do not have a conclusion. Come be confused with me.

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References:

A Bit Fruity with Matt Bernstein:

https://podcasts.apple.com/mt/podcast/a-bit-fruity-with-matt-bernstein/id1693739175

The Elizabeth Taylor Music Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqbJT_vC0rs&list=RDWqbJT_vC0rs&start_radio=1

Judge dismisses most of Blake Lively's claims in harassment lawsuit against Baldoni:

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3ex59yy4j2o

Midnight Sun - Album by Zara Larsson:

https://open.spotify.com/album/0nte5x6fXd37Nt7jALSmx0?si=ls2aMpTmSiGZMSWtAcRzbA

Zara Larsson in The Guardian:

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/apr/03/zara-larsson-popstar-interview-on-fame-fun-fighting-the-power-lush-life

Zara’s IG clarification:

https://deadline.com/2026/04/zara-larsson-music-charts-taylor-swift-fans-1236773241/

Kanye’s Shows:

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-news/kanye-west-lauryn-hill-travis-scott-controversy-1236555979/

I Stumbled Across My Boyfriend's ChatGPT and It Ended Our Relationship:

https://lindseyhallwrites.substack.com/p/i-read-my-boyfriends-chatgpt-and?r=48x4lz&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=true

The New Yorker’s article about Sam Altman:

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2026/04/13/sam-altman-may-control-our-future-can-he-be-trusted