The Rumor Mill

Join Spencer and Lexy as they examine the infamous case of Elizabeth Diane Downs, and the grisly 1983 shooting of her three kids. It was May 19th. Diane and her three children were driving down a dark road in Springfield, Oregon. Diane claims a “bushy haired stranger” flagged her down, before shooting her and her kids. One is left dead, one is left paralyzed, and one has a stroke. No suspects were ever located. No gun was ever found. What happened the night of May 19th, 1983? Only Diane knows...and although she’s stuck to her story and innocence for decades, police have other ideas of what REALLY happened. Hear Spencer and Lexy unravel the evidence, discuss witness testimonies, dive into Diane’s journal, listen to police tapes, share their theories, and more in one of the 20th century’s most bizarre cases of murder and violence.

Spencer and Lexy cover the recent RHONJ scandal (Dina Manzo’s ex-husband arrested by the feds + the Manzo’s alleged ties to the Italian mob), the downfall of Shane Dawson (why he’s losing sponsorship deals, subscribers, and friends + why cancel culture is problematic), recent disturbing allegations against Justin Bieber and Ansel Elgort, and Dua Lipa’s controversial claim she wants to be this generation’s “next Madonna” (girl...take several seats).

Bravo royalty, author, podcast host, and RHOBH alumni, Brandi Glanville, tells all in one of our most exciting and explosive interviews yet! Spencer and Abby sit down with the Reality TV veteran to discuss her New York Time’s best seller, “Drinking and Tweeting” (purchase the audio book at www.brandiglanville.com), her early career in modeling, how she recovered from her tabloid friendly first marriage (and why cheating ALWAYS ruins relationships), her dating life, and more! Brandi also spills the tea on her highly anticipated return to RHOBH, why she’s “nervous” for Season 10 to air + if she’ll attend the reunion, how she reconnected with the cast, why Lisa Vanderpump was never a true friend to Kyle Richards + why she believes LVP wanted to ruin her life, and yes...the elephant in the room! Brandi reveals what she can about her falling out with Denise Richards, and the allegations swirling through the press about their relationship! She gives us the 411 on the 90210, as we discuss her ongoing beef with Camille Grammer (and the shocking never before heard phone call between them), why Dorit Kemsley needs to, “find a new accent,” her close friendship with Kim Richards, and so...much...more!

Join Spencer and Abby as they take a blast into the pastttt...where neon was cool, big hair was key, and Jazzercise ruled the world! On this week's bonus episode, we react to Stevie Nicks' 1985 album 'Rock A Little' reviewing the hits, fan-favorites, and deep cuts! We rate all 10 songs track-by-track, complete with a Stevie Nicks prayer candle by our side! Find out which songs deserved a gold star...and which should stay forgotten in the 80s! 

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Spencer and Lexy share their class of 2020 graduation experiences, and discuss their future plans after high school...plus, of course, a few storytimes from our past! They also give an update on the ‘Vanderpump Rules’ drama (why everyone wants Jax Taylor fired + Lance Bass weighs in), Eva Marcille quitting RHOA, the fraud investigation into Tidal (inflating streaming numbers is NOT cute), the trending petition to replace confederate statues with Britney Spears, and Jake Paul’s pathetic fake arrest!

Spencer and Lexy break down all the drama over the Vanderpump Rules firings, Blac Chyna’s new shocking claims against the Kardashians, Jake Paul facing jail time for allegedly looting an Arizona mall, why fans want RHOC’s Kelly Dodd fired, Iggy Azalea’s secret pregnancy revealed, and so much more!

Spencer and Lexy reunite for the first time out of quarantine, to discuss the current protests, and recent celeb news, including the Kylie Jenner Forbes scandal, accusations against Lea Michele by her former costar, ABBA’s music return, Twitter attacking Lady Gaga for ripping off Katy Perry...and a special guest stops by for a surprise visit!

Little Monsters for life! Spencer and Abby react to Lady Gaga’s sixth studio album ‘Chromatica’ and give a track by track review of all 16 songs + the Target bonus track! Find out how what had us dancing...and what had us yawning!

She’s the queen of celeb tea, life advice, and psychoanalyzing today’s biggest stars! YouTuber and previous editor in chief of Star Magazine, Shallon Lester! We talk all things pop culture - do the Kardashian’s deserve their fame? Why is Taylor Swift always the victim? Is Ellen DeGenerous really a psychopath? And in the day and age of social media, Shallon reveals to us what life is like being an influencer, and helps us break down tough topics like fake friends, ghosting, trolling, mean girls and the drama channels who are currently targeting her! She also shares with us insider secrets of what working at a major tabloid is REALLY like...and who in Hollywood isn’t who they seem!

Spencer and Lexy dish on the recent hack of a celebrity law firm, and the hackers’ threats of airing the dirty laundry reportedly found on Lady Gaga and other celeb clients, 6ix9ine’s claims the Billboard charts are rigged, backlash over Lana Del Rey opening up about her issues with the music industry, Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green’s messy divorce and cheating allegations, and so much more!