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Chelsea and Forever35 Podcast hosts Doree Shafrir and Elise Hu unpack “I Choose Me,” the new memoir from “Beverly Hills, 90210” star Jennie Garth. Together, they ask themselves if they should also “choose me,” and DNF this book! They recap the goss with Luke Perry, Shannen Doherty, and Tiffani Thiessen, before diving into her second marriage to Peter Facinelli, her reality TV pivot, and red flags like: should you date the man just who quit his job and has a roommate?

Chelsea teams up with the hosts of Podstruck for a special crossover episode diving into “Something’s Gotta Give,” the Nancy Meyers rom-com classic starring Diane Keaton, Jack Nicholson, and Keanu Reeves. Together, they break down the film’s take on age-gap relationships and ask: Would you be okay if your mom dated someone you almost hooked up with? Plus: behind-the-scenes context from Diane Keaton’s memoir, Nancy Meyers’ filmmaking career, and a debate about whether Diane and Jack actually had any chemistry.

Chelsea is joined by Julia Washington to unpack “Phases,” the memoir from R&B icon and actor Brandy Norwood. From her rise to stardom at 15 with hits like “I Wanna Be Down,” to “The Boy Is Mine” with Monica (and the drama behind the song), to her breakout role on “Moesha,” they unpack the highs and lows of being one of the most famous girls of the ’90s and Whitney Houston being her fairy godmother. They dive into her age-gap relationship with Boyz II Men star Wanya Morris, the fallout from her headline-making “marriage,” and the tragic car accident that reshaped her life and career.

Chelsea is joined by bestie Jo Feldman to break down “You with the Sad Eyes,” the memoir of “Anchorman” and “Dead to Me” star Christina Applegate, who unpacks her Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis. Jo and Chelsea recap Christina’s childhood growing up in Laurel Canyon, her reluctant rise as a comedic icon on “Married… with Children,” plus wild tales with Brad Pitt and Johnny Depp, and the Pussycat Dolls history we didn’t see coming.

It’s a bonus episode where Chelsea goes solo, doing her annual “State of the Nation” Ted Talk. She unpacks the absolute implosion of the recent “Bachelorette” season with “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Taylor Frankie Paul, dives into all her “Mormon Wives” highlights (Miranda and Layla) and low lights (DadTok), and theorizes on what the connection is between these broken franchises and America’s larger cultural shift. Join us in the comments on Patreon as we dissect and digress!!

Surprise! We’re dropping a little something special into the Glamorous Trash feed this week. While we’re at SXSW for Chelsea’s film BASIC, we thought we’d drop an episode from our friends at Podstruck! Our Chelsea joins Chelsea Davison and Elena Crevello to dive deep into the 1997 Salma Hayek and Matthew Perry movie “Fools Rush In.” You’ll hear our Chelsea defend this movie with her life and revisit a story from Matthew Perry's memoir about how this film was almost derailed by Matthew insisting on doing his own jet ski stunt.

Chelsea welcomes comedian and writer Guy Branum to dive into “Adult Braces: Driving Myself Sane,” the essay collection by writer and former podcast guest Lindy West. They explore Lindy’s journey on the road to Kokomo (yes, the place referenced in the Beach Boys song) while unpacking body image, burnout, life after working on the TV adaptation of “Shrill,” and whether or not to be polyamorous!! Is this what Eat, Pray, Love was supposed to be??

We’re re-releasing this iconic episode where Chelsea welcomes comedian and The Parting Shot podcast host H. Alan Scott to dive deep into “You Wanna Be On Top?”, the memoir by author and “America’s Next Top Model” cycle 9 contestant Sarah Hartshorne. Then, from behind the paywall, you’ll hear our interview with Sarah where she gets candid about the exploitative conditions behind the scenes of the Tyra Banks-hosted show, being locked in a hotel room after elimination, rumors about Nigel Barker, and what happened after Ebony’s emotional exit from the show. A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including disordered eating and diet culture. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Chelsea and Cinemile co-host Cathy Cullen break down the high-profile romance of Victoria “Posh Spice” Beckham and David Beckham. Before Brooklyn Beckham’s wedding drama, there were the sprawling memoirs that shaped his parents' mythology. Get the juicy details on Victoria’s grudge against Geri “Ginger Spice” Halliwell, David’s cheating scandal, and the recurring family pattern of sons estranged from their fathers. Plus, a revealing look at how ambition and image control have shaped the Beckham brand for better and for worse.

Chelsea is joined by producer Kristina and “Welcome to El Barrio” host Becca Ramos to break down the memoir of legendary actor Rita Moreno. From “West Side Story” to “One Day at a Time,” they unpack Rita’s journey from Puerto Rico to breaking barriers during Hollywood’s Golden Age, her road to EGOT status, and her 50-years-long toxic perfume commercial with Marlon Brando. Plus! Elvis returns, still bad in bed, the Muppets deliver an EMMY and DRINGO! Get your drink out because we have several DRINGOS coming your way. A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including abortion, suicide, and body image talk. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.

Chelsea and Podstruck co-host Chelsea Davison unpack Diane Keaton’s 2011 memoir, “Then Again.” They explore her career from her early years in Hollywood and revisit her iconic roles in films like “Annie Hall,” “The Godfather,” “Something’s Gotta Give,” “Baby Boom,” and “The First Wives Club.” Plus: gentle tea on Diane’s romances with Warren Beatty and Al Pacino, a debate over “The Family Stone,” and why her mother is the emotional core of the book.A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including disordered eating. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.

Chelsea is joined by a panel of experts and enthusiasts to discuss the new show “Heated Rivalry.” They deep-dive into the tonnage of internet discourse to connect all the dots as they discuss series highlights, the philosophies behind why this love story hit so hard, the romance book data, the adaptation details, the second fantasy the show fulfills, and a few thorny questions that are difficult to answer but scintillating to discuss. Welcome to the podcast cottage!!!!

It’s a special collab episode! Chelsea and What Went Wrong hosts Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer dive into chaotic movie-making stories hidden inside celebrity memoirs and behind-the-scenes Hollywood tea. They trade wild anecdotes, including Tippi Hedren filming with real lions on “Roar,” Barbra Streisand’s blunt take on “A Star Is Born” remakes, Jennifer Grey’s mid-shoot plastic surgery, Elizabeth Taylor trading lovers while making “Cleopatra,” and Rob Lowe’s fight club with Tom Cruise, and so much more.Find the full list of books and resources recommended in this episode AND learn more about writing and creating by checking out The Behind the Bangs Patreon.