The TMZ Podcast

Nicki Minaj went after Don Lemon on X with a homophobic slur after he livestreamed a protest-disrupted Minnesota church service tied to ICE, prompting Lemon to blast her journalism ignorance and the White House to call for a DOJ investigation. On the “2 Angry Men” podcast, experts suggested Nick Reiner may have been on meth when he brutally killed his parents, citing extreme violence, possible drug access near his arrest site, and a recent medication change that preceded his mental collapse. Plus, Britney Spears stirred buzz with an NSFW Instagram dance video.

Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Branson Quirke

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ASAP Rocky finally released Don’t Be Dumb, with fans widely reading track four “Stole Ya Flow” as a pointed Drake diss accusing him of stealing Rocky’s style and throwing subliminal shots tied to Rihanna, though Rocky later said it’s “whoever feel like it’s about them.” Prince William and Kate Middleton reportedly hired crisis manager Liza Ravenscroft as a preemptive move amid fears of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s potential UK return, with reports framing it as damage control over security, public perception, and a possible royal “crisis.” Kai Cenat says he’s taking a break from streaming to fully focus on fashion design, revealing he’s already sewn his own hoodies and is committed to developing the craft long-term rather than launching a quick brand.

Hosts: Charlie Cotton, Deven Rall

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Todd and Julie Chrisley ignited backlash after making their first post-prison TV appearance as “The Croissants” on The Masked Singer, with fans slamming the show for platforming convicted tax evaders who showed zero remorse. Hailey and Justin Bieber fired off a cease-and-desist to a TikToker over claims their marriage is abusive and drug-fueled, sparking a debate over defamation versus free speech. Actor Timothy Busfield appeared in a New Mexico courtroom shackled and in an orange jumpsuit on child sex abuse charges involving two young actors, and is being held without bond.

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Donald Trump flipped off a Ford worker who yelled “pedophile protector” during a Detroit plant tour, triggering viral backlash tied to Epstein-file suspicions while the White House called the gesture “appropriate.” The Ford worker who heckled Trump over Epstein ties was suspended, says he has no regrets, fears political retaliation, and has already raised hundreds of thousands of dollars in donations. A Florida gubernatorial candidate proposed a 50% “sin tax” on OnlyFans models—calling them “whores”—only to be publicly shredded by star creator Sophie Rain, who accused him of hypocrisy and clout-chasing. Actor Timothy Busfield surrendered on child sex abuse charges involving two young actors, denied all allegations, and now faces a criminal case despite a prior studio investigation finding no corroborating evidence.

Hosts: Deven Rall & Talia Bloch

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Brittany Furlan has filed for a restraining order against Ronnie Radke.
Matt Damon revealed his wife Luciana Barroso once had a crush on Ben Affleck before they met. Plus, Meghan Trainor is again distancing herself from the alleged “toxic mom group,” posting a second TikTok insisting she was not involved in any way despite lingering speculation sparked by Ashley Tisdale’s essay.

Hosts: Derek Kaufman, Deven Rall

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Timothée Chalamet’s emotional Best Actor win included a sweet shoutout to Kylie Jenner. Jennifer Lawrence stole the spotlight in a bold, sheer gown. Plus, Amy Poehler made Golden Globes history by winning the first-ever Best Podcast award for Good Hang.

Hosts: Charlie Cotton, Deven Rall

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Nev Schulman joins the podcast to weigh in on the explosive catfish drama between Brittany Furlan and Ronnie Radke.

Hosts: Charlie Cotton, Charlie Neff

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Nick Reiner’s defense centers on claims that doctors inexplicably changed his schizoaffective disorder medication, triggering a rapid mental collapse that left him detached from reality by the time his parents were killed. His former attorney Alan Jackson withdrew but insisted Nick is not guilty of murder, with the case expected to hinge on a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity under California law.

Hosts: Charlie Cotton, Deven Rall

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Charlie Cotton is on location live at the courthouse for Nick Reiner's arraignment on charges of murdering his parents.

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Ashley Tisdale’s rep tells TMZ her essay about a “toxic mom group” was not about Mandy Moore, Hilary Duff, Meghan Trainor, or politics. Online speculation flared after social media unfollows, but her team says those theories are completely false. The essay was meant to highlight a common experience of social exclusion among moms, not target specific people. Ronnie Radke has filed for a temporary restraining order against Brittany Furlan, claiming harassment tied to ongoing catfishing disputes. He alleges she repeatedly contacted him, showed up at his home, and followed him to a doctor’s appointment. Furlan’s attorney calls the filing frivolous and says she is the true victim of harassment. Nick Reiner has been removed from suicide watch at a Los Angeles jail while awaiting arraignment on murder charges. He will remain under close supervision in High Observation Housing. Reiner faces two murder counts and potential death penalty exposure.

Hosts: Charlie Cotton, Deven Rall

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