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  • EP 31: Dear Media IRL and Fashion Police: Met Gala 2024 Edition

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    Join us for another bedside chat with special guest and familiar voice, Taylea Ferguson! We dissect our weekend in Austin at the Dear Media IRL event. One thing about us is, we gon' give our opinions hunny!

    We had an awesome time listening to all of the panelists like Whitney Port, Molly Sims, Pia Baroncini, Siff Haider, Gracie Norton, our Girly Swirly's from The Toast, and so many more. We can't wait to have all of our new friends on the pod.

    We discuss some Met Gala looks in the last 20 min and also more dating woes from London. It's not you; it's a global epidemic.


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  • EP 30: Live from the UK | Edinburgh, Scottish and British History, Loch Ness Monster, and MAF AUS

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    Dive into the enchanting allure of Scotland's heart as 'Coffee Meets Vodka' brings you an exclusive episode straight from the cobbled streets of Edinburgh! 🏰✨ Join us in episode 30, where we explore the historic charm, captivating legends, and the modern-day wonders of this iconic city.

    From the hushed whispers around the legendary Loch Ness Monster to the grandeur of Edinburgh Castle, we're unpacking Scotland's most spellbinding stories. 🐉👑 Get ready for an auditory journey filled with cultural insights, hilarious travel mishaps, and the profound history that makes Edinburgh a city like no other.

    This week, we also delve into the starkly beautiful Scottish Highlands, offer tips for navigating the vibrant UK city life, and share intimate, personal reflections from the trip. 🌲🛤️ Whether you're a travel enthusiast, a history buff, or simply in need of some hearty laughs, this episode is your passport to adventure.

    Don't forget to stay tuned for a mini 'Bedside Chat' as we go beyond the tourist tracks and into the heart of what makes Scotland uniquely captivating. 🛏️💬🎧 Listen now and join the conversation as we reveal the soul of Scotland on 'Coffee Meets Vodka.' Don't miss the flight; subscribe and share your thoughts with us!

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  • EP 29: James Charles No Longer Cancelled? Invisalign Fears, Jess’ Amazon Live, and Brandy Hellville

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    Welcome back to another episode of Coffee Meets Vodka! Dive into a mix of hilarious mishaps, candid life lessons, and unfiltered celebrity gossip. This week, we chat about the unexpected perils of Invisalign, from equipment disasters to dental diagnostics myths, all wrapped up in our unique blend of humor and reality checks. Plus, we tackle a plethora of hot topics: the recent passing of OJ Simpson, the surprisingly good new song by James Charles, and the candid realities revealed in the Brandy Melville documentary. We also dish on Jess's cringe-worthy Amazon Live session, the tragic story of an astrology enthusiast who took things too far during an eclipse, Grimes's chaotic Coachella set, and the underwhelming new reality show from Elizabeth Chambers in the Cayman Islands. Whether you're here for the laughs, the rants, or the latest in pop culture, there’s something in this episode for everyone. So plug in and enjoy as we mix up our favorite cocktail of coffee, vodka, and unscripted life stories.

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  • EP 28: JoJo Siwa Invents Gay Pop, Conjoined Twins Married, and SKIMS

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    First up, we dish on Sabrina Carpenter stepping into the limelight as the fresh face of SKIMS, while Kim Kardashian seemingly integrates into Taylor Swift's inner circle, making waves across the celebrity sphere. Speaking of--Taylor Swift isn't just a chart-topping sensation anymore; she's officially a billionaire!

    Gypsy Rose has parted ways with her husband Ryan Anderson, and gotten matching tattoos with her ex-fiancé from prison.

    Love is in the air as conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel embark on a new chapter of their lives—marriage! We'll explore the heartwarming journey of their nuptials and the challenges they've overcome.

    Jojo Siwa's latest music video, "Karma," and her attempt to pioneer "gay pop." Is she reinventing the wheel or missing the mark? Let's discuss.

    And speaking of reinvention, Rebel Wilson spills the tea in her memoir, with a juicy chapter dedicated to none other than Sasha Baron Cohen. Plus, we'll dissect the news of Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher's divorce—what went wrong?


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  • EP 27: NYC Puncher On The Loose, Diddy's Homes Raided, and Buying Beverly Hills | Brandon Graves

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    Raya needs all her NYC girlies to stay vigilant! There's a crazy man on the loose! We discuss the person(s) going around punching random New York City women...which is CLEARLY insane, Chelsea Lazkani files for divorce from her husband, and P. Diddy's Miami and Los Angeles homes got raided by the Department of Homeland Security. This episode is insane.

    Later, we are joined by Brandon Graves of Netflix's Buying Beverly Hills to discuss his stardom and how the show has changed his real estate career. Please give us grace, as there were some tech issues on our end. That's show biz baby! 

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  • EP 26: Royal Announcement: Princess Kate Diagnosis, Quiet On Set, and Disgraced Mommy Vlogger Ruby Franke

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    In this jam-packed episode, we shine a spotlight on the seismic shockwaves rippling through Buckingham Palace following Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis. Join Raya as she dissects the royal family's catastrophic PR blunders and their questionable decision to throw Kate under the bus for the infamous "photo Kate" scandal. We leave no stone unturned in our exploration of the fallout and its profound implications for the monarchy.

    But the drama doesn't end there. Brace yourself as we dive into the daring debut of Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand, American Rivera Orchard, amidst the chaos of Kate's announcement. What does this strategic maneuver reveal about the power dynamics within the royal family, and how will it shape the future of the monarchy?

    Our rollercoaster ride through the celebrity circus continues with Raya's impassioned analysis of the hard-hitting documentary Quiet on Set and Drake Bell's courageous revelation of his personal ordeal with sexual assault and the exploitation of child actors. Prepare to be enlightened and outraged as we confront the dark truths lurking beneath the glitzy facade of Hollywood.

    But wait, there's more! We delve into the shocking sentencing of Ruby Franke to 30 years for the heinous abuse of her children, Christine Quinn's decision to file for divorce from husband amidst allegations of domestic violence, and the highly anticipated premiere of The Valley on Bravo, featuring familiar faces like Jax Taylor and Kristen Doute.

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  • EP 25: Kate Gate V. Waity Katie, Summer House, Boeing Whistleblower, and Riley Strain Missing

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    As a self-proclaimed royalst, Raya has been busy keeping up with all of the Kate Middleton conspiricies. Do you think we will see the fall of the Monarchy in our lifetime!? Think about it.....are we in the French Revolution times..!? We want to hear your thoughts!

    With the rumormill swirling surrounding Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, with her ever so impeccable timing, has rejoined Instagram to lauch her international lifestyle brand, American Rivera Orchard. Didn't Sonja Morgan do that in 2015? 


    We move on from The Royals, to talk about the TikTok ban, Love Is Blind Reunuion and how Nick Lachey sounds like hes recruting people for a cult, the Boeing whistleblower is found dead, and how Raya really really wishes the no pants trend would die.

    Last but not least, we discuss the second weekend in a row of Carl Radke and Lindsay Hubbard fighting on Summer House. Lindsay questions Carl's sobriety and the both spin different stories. We know how the story ends, but interesting to see how it goes down.

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  • EP 24: Kate Middleton PhotoGate, Traitors Finale, Jay Shetty, and Erika Jayne

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    Why the sunglasses you ask? Raya pulled an amature move, much like Kate Middleton with her photoshop fail, and forgot her make up. Sunglasses it is! We can't say this won't be the last time it will happen, but have no fear, this episode is sure to give you all the giggles! 

    Speaking of WaterKate, The Princess of Wales allegedly admitted to doctoring her Mother's Day photo that Kensington Palace shared via social media that the Associated Press later issues a kill notice for! Talk about juicy!! WHERE IS KATE?! The Kate-spiricies are running deep and Raya cannot wait to follow this niche story.

    We also discuss the fall of Jay Shetty, which doesn't seem like his MLM career will be over anytime soon, as he published an episode on his podcast On Purpose With Jay Shetty this week titled, How To Stop Worrying About Other People's Opinions. 

    Queer Eye drama surrounding Jonathan Van Ness (aka JVN) is being said by colleagues that he becomes enraged at least once a day and to that I have to ask, is it just because he's an aries?

    Erika Jayne's former costume designer, Christopher Psaila, is suing her for $18M for allegedly asking Tom Girardi to bribe a former secret service agent to call AMEX and claim credit card fraud on him.

    Listen to all of this and more on anywhere you get podcasts and on YouTube!

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  • EP 23: Kate Middleton Missing, Tish & Noah Cyrus Love Triangle, and Diddy’s Legal Battle | DJ Fisher

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    LAWSUITS! LAWSUITS! LAWSUITS! Where does one legal battle start and anothe end? The world may never know.

    In this episode, Raya discusses Leah McSweeny V. Bravo and Andy Cohen, Lil Rod V. Diddy, Raquel/Rachel Leviss V. Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix.

    Tish Cyrus married Dom Purcell (Prison Break) who allegedly used to be Noah Cyrus' FWB, Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright are seperating, Kristin Cavallari is dating Mark Estes of the TikTok lip syncing boy band, Montana Boyz, Lala Kent has announced her second pregnacy via sperm donation, and most importantly--KATE MIDDLETON IS MISSING?!

    DJ Fish joins us later in studio to discuss some hot topics as well as his childhood and how his mother overcame addiction.

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  • EP22: Cheating, Cons, and Dirty John’s: Love Is Blind & Reesa Teesa

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    Raya catches you up on this week's hottest stories involving TikTok sensation, Reesa Teesa, with her 52 part series Who TF Did I Marry? and the latest Love Is Blind drama love triangle between Laura, Jeramy, and Sarah Ann. The cast of season 6 Love Is Blind has somehow made Clay look like the number one guy in the group as he tries desperately to not cheat on AD. Kenneth and Brittany have called it quits and recently his alleged cousin has allegedly named him part of the LGBTQIA+ community (go off king!) Needless to say, we are ALL on pins and needles for the reunion. Does Vanessa and Nick Lachey have the chops to get us the answers we need?! Only time will tell....


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Raya Hensler is the host of Reality with Raya, a pop culture podcast breaking down reality TV,  Bravo, celebrity headlines, and the internet’s most chaotic moments. Known for her witty…