We've got beef with alter egos

We've got beef with alter egos

From Shameless by Shameless Media

May 29, 2026 · 45 min · Season 1 · Episode 936

About this episode

The episode discusses the inaugural Enhanced Games, celebrity alter egos, and predictors of divorce, along with recommendations from the hosts.

DUMB STUFF FRIDAYS: The inaugural Enhanced Games happened over the weekend! A total shit show, some would say. Let us take you through it!!!! And then, KJ Apa, Mr. Fantasy, and celebrity alter egos, before we delve into your predictors of divorce… This week Mich and Zara recommended Ruby’s interview on Inherited with her Nana Kay. And Zara recommended this piece in The Atlantic. Big thanks to RedBalloon for making this episode possible. For the fun people in your life – and the gift-givers that just get it – explore experiences with RedBalloon. Head here to book RedBallon. Your hosts are Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1). Shameless Podcast is produced by Annabelle Lee and Eilish Gilligan, executive-produced by Lucy Hunt and audio-edited by Annabelle Lee. Our social media team consists of Naima Fatema, Emily Li and Eilish Gilligan, and our partnerships manager is Cindy Luu. Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we're super grateful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they're at it. Also! An old-fashioned 'Tell a Friend In Real Life' is equally appreciated. Want more? We've got…

People in this episode

Hosts: Zara McDonald, Michelle Andrews

Topics covered

  • Enhanced Games
  • celebrity alter egos
  • divorce predictors
  • Dumb Stuff Fridays
  • recommendations

Keywords

  • Enhanced Games
  • KJ Apa
  • celebrity alter egos
  • divorce predictors
  • Dumb Stuff Fridays

Sponsors

RedBalloon

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Atlantic

Books & works: Inherited

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