Ready to Be Petty: A Pop Culture Podcast

Bonus 17: Love Is Blind Season 2 Reunion Discussion

In this bonus episode of the podcast, Torry (she/her) is joined by Sophie James (she/her) of Unpaid, Emotional Labor to discuss the reunion of Netflix’s Love Is Blind season 2. They discuss the most surprising moments: Shake’s outbursts, Nick and Vanessa Lachey’s hosting skills, Kyle and Shaina admitting they just wanted to continue to be on the show, and Natalie and Shayne dating after the show had ended (5:49). Then they talk about Salvador and Mallory (29:23), Natalie getting proposed to by another man (41:08), and the rest is basically talking about the men’s bad behaviour... Torry and Sophie discuss Kyle’s offhand comment about Deepti and the reactions she has received from the public and other contestants (57:05). Finally, they discuss Iyanna and Jarrette (1:12:45) and wrap-up with a “stock exchange” of which cast member they are “buying” or “selling” after the reunion (1:28:41).
This is a special one-take episode with minimal editing and a lot of energy and the timestamps are mere suggestions because the hosts bounce around to different topics presented in the reunion. It is highly recommended that you watch the video version of this episode on Sophie’s Patreon!
Sophie’s Previous RTBP Appearances
Bonus 16: Love Is Blind Season 2 Discussion
Listen to Torry discuss Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen on that’s SO matthew.
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Episode 82: Petty about Spencer Pratt on Tiktok

In episode 82, Torry (she/her) is joined by Christy (she/her) of X Knows All. They discuss Kristen Cavallari versus Lauren Conrad, the impact of The Hills, and Spencer Pratt’s recaps on Tiktok (5:23) Next, they discuss Amanda Bynes filing to end her conservatorship (41:21). Then Christy nominates Kanye West as Pettyweight Champion of the Week (54:14) and Torry shares a This Week in Petty involving ordering food at restaurants (1:01:42). Finally, Torry discusses some techniques that The Hills and other reality tv shows use to craft a storyline (1:07:10).
Check out Beyond the Blinds episode 31 about the Nickelodeon executives that worked with Amanda as well as Sharleen Joynt’s website, All the Pretty Pandas, mentioned in the episode.
Enjoyed the discussion about The Hills? Listen to Torry discuss stories from the cast on episode 39, episode 38, and episode 21. 
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Bonus 16: Love is Blind Season 2 Discussion

In this bonus episode of the podcast, Torry (she/her) is joined by Sophie James (she/her) of Unpaid, Emotional Labor to discuss season 2 of Netflix’s Love is Blind. They discuss dating shows (4:39) and the false premise of dating without seeing the other person (13:11), the pod phase (25:00), and then the couples: Nick & Danielle (34:07), Salvador & Mallory (1:07:58), Natalie & Shayne (1:24:30), Iyanna & Jarrette (1:57:38), and Deepti & Shake (2:03:51).
This is a special one-take episode with minimal editing and a lot of energy and the timestamps are mere suggestions because the hosts bounce around to different topics presented in the season. It is highly recommended that you watch the video version of this episode on Sophie’s Patreon!
Check out the website of John Gottman mentioned in the episode.
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Episode 81: Petty about HSM: TM, TS Casting, Shailene & Aaron, and Taylor & Joe

In episode 81, Torry (she/her) is joined by friend of the pod, Nick (he/him). They discuss curling as a new hobby (6:00), the country music star they’ve been jamming to (13:16), and current teen rom-coms (20:33). Next, they discuss season 3 of High School Musical: The Musical, The Series, including Corbin Bleu and Jason Earles joining the cast (28:38). Then they discuss Shailene Woodley and Aaron Rodgers’ rumoured break-up (50:26) and Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn’s alleged engagement (1:02:07). Finally, Nick nominates Dick Butkus’ Twitter as Pettyweight Champion of the Week (1:11:07) and shares a This Week In Petty about refusing to give free advertising to a friend’s brand (1:14:55).
Nick’s Previous RTBP Appearances
Episode 65: Petty about the After Series
Bonus 12: The Circle (US) Season 2 Finale Discussion
Episode 56 Part 2: Petty about Seasonal Allergies, Streaming Services, and School Spirit
Episode 56 Part 1: Petty about the Circle (US)
Episode 44: Petty about Demi Lovato's Thanksgiving
Episode 40: Petty about Disney Channel Stars
Bonus 4: A folklore Deep Dive
Listen to Torry discuss romance novel recommendations on the What to Read Next podcast.
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Episode 80: Petty about Valentine’s Day Social Media, the Super Bowl, and Wordle

In episode 80, Torry (she/her) is joined by friend of the pod, Dana (she/her), to discuss Kylie’s new baby, Wolf Webster (13:00). They check-in with their favourite couples to see what they posted on social media for Valentine’s Day (19:16) and then discuss who was at the Super Bowl (35:01) and the halftime show (40:41). Finally, Dana shares her This Week in Petty about sharing a birthday with a major holiday (48:28) and Torry shares her hatred toward Wordle (53:43).
Dana’s Previous RTBP Appearances
Episode 25: Petty about Taylor-Kanye Drama
Episode 18: Petty about Taylor Swift Conspiracies
Episode 14: Petty about the College Admissions Scandal
Listen to Torry discuss Euphoria cast blind items and BTS drama on FluentlyForward.
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Episode 79: Petty about Summer House, Kendall Jenner, and More (with Sophie Ross)

In episode 79, Torry (she/her) is joined by Sophie Ross, a writer and pop culture commentator (8:00). Sophie (she/her) gives her quick takes on the Giggly Squad scandal (9:27), the current state of Bachelor Nation (12:09), and the And Just Like That… finale (16:20). Next they discuss Summer House (season 6, episodes 1-4) (21:45), Kendall Jenner’s parking scandal (37:40), and Kendall’s first Tiktok (40:46). They nominate Kevin Hart and the Academy Awards as Pettyweight Champions of the Week (45:36). And then Sophie shares a story about her finsta being found out by an ex’s ex-girlfriend (49:19). 
Check out the timeline of the Kristin-Austen-Craig scandal mentioned in the episode.
Enjoyed the discussion about Summer House? Listen to Torry discuss the show on episode 58 and episode 53.
Listen to Torry discuss The Bachelor (season 26, episode 5) on Date Card podcast.
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Bonus 15: And Just Like That... Season 1 Deep Dive (with Mads Mitchell, @mad_mitch)

In this bonus episode of the podcast, Torry (she/her) is joined by Maddy (she/her) from the Parked Car Convos podcast to discuss their personal reflections on Sex and the City, who they are as characters, and the cultural impact of the show (3:01). Then they discuss the main storylines from episodes 1 and 2 (16:15), episodes 3 and 4 (25:34), episode 5 (45:43), episode 6 (52:42), episode 7 (55:12), episode 8 (1:09:08), episode 9 (1:25:03), and episode 10 (1:31:37). Then they talk about their overall season thoughts, potential for season 2, and the documentary (1:45:12). Maddy’s list of societal issues mentioned throughout the season is shared at 1:58:18.
Maddy’s Previous RTBP Appearances
Episode 62: Petty about Kylie Jenner‘s Shenanigans
Bonus 7: The Bachelorette Season 16 Finale Recap
Enjoyed the discussion about And Just Like That…? Listen to Torry discuss the reboot on bonus episode 14, episode 64, and episode 49.
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Episode 78: Petty about Celebrity Big Brother, Pregnancy Announcements, and Standing Only Pants (with Kirsten MacInnis)

In episode 78, Torry (she/her) provides updates on previous stories covered on RTBP including: the birth of Kylie Jenner’s second child (0:48), Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee (3:10), and Adele’s postponed Vegas residency (4:00). Then she is joined by Kirsten MacInnis (she/her) from Rob Has a Podcast’s Hot Dummies on Islands RHAPups and Twitch to discuss why Too Hot to Handle is so fun to watch (11:15), some highlights from the first few nights of Celebrity Big Brother (16:00), Rihanna’s pregnancy announcement (37:37), and our favourite (least favourite?) chaotic couple, Kim and Kanye (56:08). They nominate Khloe Kardashian for Pettyweight Champion of the Week (1:06:40) and then Kirsten shares a story about texting someone while you're talking sh*t about them in This Week in Petty (1:09:33). 
Enjoyed the discussion on Kim and Kanye? Listen to Torry discuss the couple on episode 77, episode 68, episode 52, and episode 48.
Listen to Torry discuss Euphoria, the Kardashian pets, Alex Cooper, and much more on It’s Become a Whole Thing.
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Episode 77: Petty about The Bachelor, the Royal Family, and Kim & Kanye

In episode 77, Torry (she/her) provides updates on stories that were recently covered on the podcast including: Penelope Disick’s Tiktok account (0:52), the cast of Celebrity Big Brother (3:13), and Kanye West claiming he got Kim Kardashian’s sex tape back (7:26). Then Torry welcomes Ashley, @ashtalksbach (she/her), a Bachelor Nation commentator, to discuss The Bachelor season 26 and other current Bachelor Nation news (10:40). Then they discuss Royal Family news (39:55) and new press coming from Kim and Kanye (55:53). Finally, Ashley shares a This Week in Petty about trying to leave a group chat (1:13:54). 
Enjoyed the discussion about Bachelor Nation news? Listen to Torry discuss more stories on episode 76, episode 69, episode 67, episode 62, episode 59, and episode 51.
Enjoyed the discussion about the Royal Family? Listen to Torry discuss them on episode 55, bonus episode 11, bonus episode 8, episode 32, episode 28, and episode 15.  
Enjoyed the discussion about Kim and Kanye? Listen to Torry discuss their relationship on episode 68, episode 52, and episode 48.
Listen to Torry discuss The Bachelor (season 26, episode 3) on the Bachelor RHAPup podcast.
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Episode 76: Petty about Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox

In episode 76, Liv and Bix of In the Moment with Liv and Bix join Torry to discuss recent Bachelor Nation news including: Riley Christian and Maurissa Gunn’s relationship status (6:15), Tayshia Adams leaving Clickbait (9:07), Tyler Cameron’s new show (13:20), and the birth of two new Bachelor babies (16:11). Next they discuss Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox’s engagement (19:25), and Jamie Lynn Spears’ recent book drama (28:25) and implications for Call Her Daddy (34:30). Finally, Bix shares a This Week in Petty about an interaction at a dispensary (40:24) and Liv shares some work gossip (46:00).
Enjoyed the discussion about Bachelor Nation news? Listen to Torry discuss more stories on episode 69, episode 67, episode 62, episode 59, and episode 51.
Listen to Torry discuss Bring It On: All or Nothing on The Rom Complex podcast.
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