Barely Famous

On this week’s episode of Barely Famous, Kail sits down with Rei Clarke- the TikTok/IG creator known for breaking down reality TV chaos in real time. Kail asks the questions people actually want answered: where “tea” comes from, how you fact-check in a world of rumors, and what separates reporting from opinion.It’s funny and unfiltered, but also surprisingly thoughtful especially when they get into internet accountability, why some scandals stick forever, and what it’s like living on both sides of the headline.Follow Rei's Tik Tok and Instagram for more!For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryTo shop all merch head to kaillowry.comThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!Quince: Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to quince.com/famousTo find the right home for you head to apartments.comTalkiatry: Head to Talkiatry.com/famous and complete the short assessment to get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes.Boll And Branch:  Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll and Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at bollandbranch.com/barelyfamousTonal: Right now, Tonal is offering my listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase at tonal.com with promo code BARELY.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Barely Famous Kail sits down with Dover, Delaware entrepreneur Bobby Jones the owner of Brightside for a raw conversation about what it really looks like to rebuild a life when your starting line is nowhere near everyone else’s.Bobby opens up about growing up in poverty, navigating foster care, and how early decisions can shape the way you see yourself for years. We talk about the mindset shifts that helped him break cycles, what redemption actually requires, and why “starting over” doesn’t always mean leaving town. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your past, overwhelmed by where to begin, or like you’re carrying a story you didn’t choose this one will stick with you.Listen in for a powerful, honest conversation about resilience, accountability, second chances, and building something you’re proud of one decision at a time.Follow Bobby here and check out BrightSide For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryTo shop all merch head to kaillowry.comThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!Hiya: for 50% off their best selling children’s vitamin head to hiyahealth.com/famousDripDrop: Right now, DripDrop is offering podcast listeners 20% off your first order. Go to dripdrop.com and use promo code famous. Talkiatry: Head to Talkiatry.com/famous and complete the short assessment to get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutesProgressive: To get your auto insurance quote head to progressive.comLeesa: Go to Leesa.com for 20% off PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code BARELY, exclusive for my listeners.Shopify: Start your one dollar a month free trial period at shopify.com/famousSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Barely Famous, Kail sits down with someone who’s been part of her kids’ world for years, coach, mentor, former college standout, and NFL athlete - Jamal MerrellWhat starts as a conversation about youth sports quickly turns into something much deeper.From growing up in Delaware and navigating family loss, to chasing big dreams at Rutgers and getting the call from the NFL, Jamal opens up about the highs, the setbacks, and the reality behind what life as an athlete really looks like. They talk about scholarships, pressure, parenting young athletes, mental health, and the difference between chasing success and actually feeling fulfilled.It’s honest, grounded, and full of perspective especially for parents trying to figure out how to support their kids without losing what matters most.Whether you’re raising athletes or just figuring out your own next chapter, this one hits different.For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryTo shop all merch head to kaillowry.comThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/FAMOUS today.Boll And Branch:  Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll and Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at bollandbranch.com/barelyfamousOPositiv: Take proactive care of your health at opositiv.com/famous for 25% off your first purchaseProgressive: To get your auto insurance quote head to progressive.comFind your new home at apartments.com Wildgrain: Right now, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box  PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to Wildgrain.com/FAMOUS to start your subscription today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kail sits down with Larry Normile owner of Artistic Additions in Dover, Delaware for a conversation that starts with tattooing and turns into something so much bigger. Larry opens up about learning to tattoo as a teenager, how tattoo culture has changed over the years, and why he’s passionate about shifting the judgment people still carry around visible ink.The heart of the episode is Larry’s groundbreaking work inside one of Delaware’s largest prisons, where he’s teaching inmates a real tattoo apprenticeship complete with education on hygiene, bloodborne pathogens, regulations, technique, business basics, testing, and documented hours. Larry breaks down what it takes to qualify, what the studio looks like behind the walls, and why the program is about more than tattooing it’s about rehabilitation, reentry, and giving people a path forward that actually sticks. Along the way, Larry shares his own story from foster care and juvenile detention to prison and ultimately rebuilding his life. It’s raw, hopeful, and a reminder that people are more than the worst thing they’ve ever done.Follow Larry for more info and to see his portfolio!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Barely Famous, Kail talks to Freida McFadden, the author behind thrillers like The Housemaid and The Boyfriend. She reveals the secrets behind crafting her signature plot twists and shares the struggle of balancing dual careers as a physician and writer. Freida also gives listeners an inside scoop on her books being adapted for film and TV. Plus, she reads some hilariously mean reviews of her satirical novella.For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryTo shop all merch head to kaillowry.comThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!Everyday dose: Get 61% off your first Coffee+ Starter Kit, a free A2 Probiotic Creamer, with over $100 in free gifts by going to everydaydose.com/FAMOUS or entering FAMOUS at checkout.HERS: start your initial free visit at forhers.com/barelyfamous.OPositiv: Take proactive care of your health at opositiv.com/famous for 25% off your first purchaseShopify: Start your one dollar a month free trial period at shopify.com/famousThrive Market: Thrive: Go to ThriveMarket.com/BARELYFAMOUS to get 30% off your first order, and a free $60 gift.Wayfair: Get last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Barely Famous, I’m sitting down with my sister Mikaila for the very first time on the podcast, and it’s the raw, complicated sister story that so many of you have asked for but also the one I wasn’t sure I was ready to tell. We talk about how she found out I even existed, the Facebook friend requests her mom made her delete, and how the adults in our lives couldn’t get their shit together enough for us to grow up as sisters. We revisit our very different experiences with our dad, what it meant to love someone who couldn’t love themselves well, and how his death and our own estrangement mirrored the same toxic patterns we swore we’d escape.We also open up about why our last name was never really ours, the identity crisis we picked up along the way and the lifelong ache of trying to find somewhere and someone to belong to. Through all of it, there’s the instinctual love I felt the moment I truly met my niece and a promise to do better for our kids than anyone ever did for us. If you grew up in a complicated family, have “missing” relatives, or are trying to break cycles for the next generation, this one is for you. Grab a tissue.Follow Mikaila here For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!DIME: If you’ve been thinking about trying DIME, this is your sign. Head to DimeBeauty.com load up your cart and new customers get 30% off your first order with code CYBERMONTH. But hurry this offer ends December 16th.Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/FAMOUS today.OPositiv: Take proactive care of your health at opositiv.com/famous for 25% off your first purchaseEveryday Dose: Get 61% off your first Coffee+ Starter Kit, a free A2 Probiotic Creamer, with over $100 in free gifts by going to everydaydose.com/FAMOUS or entering FAMOUS at checkout.HERS: start your initial free visit at forhers.com/barelyfamous.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Barely Famous, Kail sits down with internet personality Trisha Paytas. Trisha opens up about her unique experiences with fame, from viral moments to the joys and challenges of motherhood, all while balancing her personal life with a massive online following. They dive into Trisha’s past controversies, her favorite pop culture moments, and the journey of self-growth that has shaped who she is today.For full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryMerch is on sale now through 12/2/25! Shop at KILLRentertainment.comThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!OPositiv: Take proactive care of your health at opositiv.com/famous for 25% off your first purchaseBoll And Branch:  Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll and Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at bollandbranch.com/barelyfamousWayfair: Don’t miss out on early Black Friday deals. Head to Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Fridaydeals for up to 70% off. Sale ends December 7th.Tempo: For a limited time, Tempo is offering my listeners SIXTY PERCENT OFF your first box! Go to tempomeals.com/FAMOUS.Nutrafol: Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol nutrafol.com promo code FAMOUSSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.