Alex' expert MAFS commentary & Jordy's viral memes have brought some new showbies to the block this week and we're SO happy you're here.

Last week's dinner party could go down in history as the most BRUTAL. Over the course of the episode, we watched Brook & Gia relentlessly taunt & mock fellow contestants, Alissa & Stella. Cue the public backlash, but in a time when villains gone by would blame the edit, Brook & Gia were forced to take responisiblity for their behaviour. Why? Because we had seen so much unedited, terrible behaviour that this excuse simply wouldn't fly. Of course, Alex & Jordy RACED to socials to point this out & hint that perhaps, the 'bad edit' has been a phallacy all along. To our surprise, comments from past contestants came in thick and fast. What did they say? You'll have to listen to find out...

Every man & their dog is trying to get Hilary Duff tickets, so Jordy finally shares the story about how she almost entered the family tree.

We discuss the recently released Netflix docouseries that focuses on the controversial legacy of America’s Next Top Model. As Jordy predicted, Tyra Banks gave a lacklustre apology & denied A LOT of responsibility. We recount some of Tyra's most unhinged moments, including the time that, for absolutely no reason at all, she pretended to have rabies on live television.

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TIMESTAMPS:

Social Media Growth & MAFS Audience (00:00:44)

MAFS Contestant Stereotypes (00:02:04) 

Online Drama with Former Contestants (00:04:45) 

Our First Complaint & Contestants in our Comments (00:05:58) 

Why MAFS Will Never Die (00:15:35)

MAFS as a Social Media Ecosystem (00:17:19) 

The Time Jordy Almost Became Part of The Duff Family Tree (00:19:08) 

America’s Next Top Model Documentary (00:26:33) 

Wind Up Tidbit/Showbie Question: What is a FrankenGrab? (00:36:55) 

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We're back for 2026 baby! And honestly, a lot happened while we were gone. Our break saw Jordy saving her mum’s life (LITERALLY) & Alex surprising us all with a career pivot into a professional psychic tarot reader. Ironically, even she did see this one coming...

We discuss the dynamics of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship, and the ongoing controversy surrounding Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. Alex whips out the tarot cards & gives us her prediction for the outcome & spoiler alert, it doesn't end well for Lively.

Of course, we have to weigh in on the new season of MAFS (the TSB Super Bowl). Alex weighs in on the alleged production techniques & Jordy is questioning how casting has never once run out of unhinged applicants.

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Time stamps:

00:00 Welcome Back to That's Showbiz

05:15 New Content Pillar: Alex' surprising career pivot

10:47 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce: Relationship Dynamics

11:07 Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni: The Controversy Unfolds

20:59 The Impact of Showbiz Decisions

36:46 Reality TV: The New Season of MAFS

50:19 Closing Thoughts and Future Insights

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Jordy & Alex recount their night at the Downton Abbey premiere, including a run-in with Smooth FM staff and spotting showbiz icon Patti Newton. They also discuss the upcoming John Farnham musical "Whispering Jack," which Jordy is DESPERATE to be a part of.

Alex has pitched an online series, 'Homo & a Gay' to the internet & the response has been overwhelming, with some big names reaching out to be involved.

Alex queries is Trump would like TSB, we discuss Snoop Dogg's problematic behaviour & it seems that Alex was right about Jojo Siwa & Chris Hughes...for now.

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This week on TSB, Alex & Jordy discuss the decline and eventual end of "Neighbours." They explore the show's ratings drop, the move from Channel Ten to digital channel Peach, and the costs of producing drama in the streaming era.

We touch on Channel Ten's financial struggles, its acquisition by Skydance, and whether the return of "Big Brother" can help save the networks identity.

Alex reveals the Survivor AU juice she's been sitting on and we question whether a past contestant can become a successful host. Do you think David Genat is up to the task of filling the shoes of JLP?

Speaking of new hosts, Sam Armytage is about to hit screens on 9's reimagining of Golden Bachelor & there's already rumours swirling about her & THE BACH HIMSELF. Not going to lie, watching the host & leading man fall for eachother would make for DELICIOUS TV.

We move on to discuss Ellen DeGeneres’ reputation, workplace allegations, and the culture behind her show. We discuss conspiracy theories involving Ellen Degeneres that may have contributed to her downfall, including the most BIZARRE video of her former partner, Anne Hesch seemingly UNZIPPING herself from a body bag?!

But what can we really believe when when we get our info online, where ANYONE can say ANYTHING? All we know for sure is the higher the pedestal, the greater the fall...

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Jordy & Alex are BACK from a short break & boy, do they have some yapping to do.

Whilst recovering in hospital, Jordy binged watched Netflix doco 'Fit for Television', & shows tge unethical treatment of contestants, extreme weight-loss demands, and lasting health impacts. The conversation shifts to modern weight loss trends, including the controversy over GLP-1 injections and celebrity endorsements, highlighting societal judgments and the complexities of influencer culture. It's all a mix of blurred lines between personal choice, advertising, and ethics in today’s media landscape & we honestly don't know where we sit on it all.

We have a laugh over a drunken Logies mishap & Jordy shares how Neighbours icon, Stefan Dennis slipped through our fingers as a TSB guest. But don't worry guys! We're working away behind the scenes to try & get some Ramsay St alum in the hotseat to celebrate the final ep later this year.

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Alex & Jordy attended the Melbourne premiere of "Naked Gun" & we HAVE to talk about the SNOWMAN. Alex is convinced that the rumored Liam Neeson–Pam Anderson romance is all PR but Jordy wants to believe it's real. What are your thoughts?

We then dive into Taylor Swift’s appearance Travis Kelce's pod & her new albums tagline which is delightfully similar to the name of this very podcast. Naturally, Jordy thinks we should be first choice for any Australian media around the album, but Alex doesn't think she's worthy.

Alex accidentally spoiled the results of "MasterChef Australia" but they'll never guess who her source was & Jordy brings a show & tell album from her past to share with the class.

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These 2 bitter old hags have been out & have thoughts to share on Nikki Glaser's Australian tour as well as the Dolly Parton musical, Here You Come Again.

In an unexpected turn of events, Alex now has BEEF with The Project socials after they UNFOLLOWED her on Instagram (rude). The universe continues to serve bullshit on a silver platter to Alex as two ex-MAFS men have made contact on Bumble & Instagram alike. We seriously can't make this up...

Speaking of MAFS, we both agree that contestants should NOT be invited to The Logies...or on our podcast (with the exception of Evelyn). In our opinion, The Logies is a sacred event for Australian television. No unhinged reality contestants should be allowed to roam free among TV royalty on their night of nights, okay?

We discuss the price that comes with fame and how much we're willing to pay. Jordy reminisces on the HUGE price she paid for turning down a job in America but don't worry, she has no regrets & wouldn't rather be anywhere else than with our showbies.

Finally, Jordy is wanting to act again & we're taking you on the ride. Who knows what (if anything) will happen, but she's posted about it on socials, so at least has to make an attempt. STAY TUNED!

Join us LIVE on socials this SUNDAY as we tune into The Logies from Alex' house! We'll be frocked up with a wine in hand, ready to commentate from the comfort of Alex' couch.

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Back from a 2 week hiaitus, Jordy & Alex sit down to discuss Ten News Plus, the seemingly unpopular replacement of The Project. We read out your feedback, which critiques the serious (and aggressive?!) tone, lack of host chemistry, and poor ratings.

We discuss GEN-Z/influencer culture after overhearing some eye opening conversations at the Barbie Malibu Cafe in Chadstone & question whether over-exposing yourself on the internet = talent.

Also on the agenda: celebrity weddings, the changing nature of fame in the digital age, highlighting how social media and built-in audiences now shape success in entertainment and publishing.

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This week we discuss the latest entertainment news, including updates on the Alex V Lizzo feud, our mission to get Mark Holden on the pod and some listener feedback (SPOILER ALERT: we're running ads & you need to SUCK IT UP PRINCESS!)

We review season 2 of America's Sweethearts, the Netflix docu-series focussing on the Dallas Cowboys Chearleaders & celebrate the 400% pay increase for THE LADIES!!!

We also explore the idea of celebrity authenticity (is that an oxymoron?), public scrutiny and question what constitutes online bullying. Should influencers be prepared for some level of scrutiny if they share their lives online? Where is the line between opinion and hate? Jordy & Alex certainly have different views on trolls and how we tackle the issue, but one thing we can agree on is that being nasty is supremely UNCOOL. So play nice, okay?

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The Project has been axed and in a cruel twist, the hosts & crew must show up on the desk till June 27th. Jordy relives a similar experience of having to shoot for 6 weeks at Neighbours, knowing she was being written out... AWKWARD.

Alex sheds a tear for her former workplace before we reminisce on some of the more memorable moments from The Projects' 16 years on our screens.

We've got an update on Jojo Siwa and Chris Hughes' relationship and it appears as though Jordy may have to eat her words. Is this relationship real or a PR stunt?

Jordy recounts the time she was hounded by papparazzi in Hollywood and we've unearthed the footage, thanks to Getty. Exactly why the paps were stalking her on the streets of LA is still a mystery.

Finally, as if beef with Lizzo wasn't enough, Alex' feathers have been ruffled after content thieves refused to credit (AND TAG) her as their source. The lesson to be learned is, don't listen to other pods for showbiz news, just come straight to us.

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