Ben Affleck Knows Things, Phoebe Has Tea, and You Have Questions

Ben Affleck Knows Things, Phoebe Has Tea, and You Have Questions

August 11, 2026 · 1h 7m

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Juliet and Amanda discuss celebrity news, music, and answer listener questions in a special mailbag episode.

This week on ‘Jam Session,’ Juliet and Amanda are back with a special mailbag episode! First, they hit a few celebrity quick hitters, including Ben Affleck winning ‘Celebrity Jeopardy!’ (1:41) and Phoebe Bridgers's new album, which may offer some tea on her relationship with Paul Mescal (3:40). Then, they do a mini deep dive into the ‘New York Times' list of the 50 Best Thriller Books of the 21st Century (8:12). Finally, they open up the mailbag and answer questions from our lovely listeners about celebrities, fashion, parenting, and more ( 22:42). Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet LitmanProducer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Hosts: Juliet Litman, Amanda Dobbins

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