Tomato, Tomato

In which we discuss the politics of this year’s Met Gala and our initial reaction to some of the looks. Next, Alexa chimes in as our resident Taylor Swift correspondent to share news of Taylor Swift’s roll in the historic UMG-Spotify payout for artists. We share final thoughts on King Charles and Camilla’s visit to the US and check in on Maine politics. In tennis we cover the end of Madrid from both the men’s and women’s sides and look ahead to Rome and Roland Garros. We discuss the Hard Court substack article about Jack Draper’s Vuori deal and how it has set a potentially difficult precedent. In F1, we are finally racing again, this time in Miami. We discuss the further heartbreak for Ferrari as well as off-the-grid gossip (Lewis Hamilton, the WAGs dinner, Franco Colapinto’s new girlfriend). In content we focus on Hacks Season 3 E1-3 and Sumner previews The Devil Wears Prada 2.

In which we briefly discuss the incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, King Charles and Camilla’s official visit to the US, Pod Save America’s Jon Favreau going on The Bossticks podcast this week, and Victoria Beckham’s new GAP collaboration. In tennis there is a lot going on! Carlos Alcaraz is out of Rome and Roland-Garros with a wrist injury. We discuss what this means for the men’s field in the second slam of the year. We cover both the men’s and women’s ongoing competition in Madrid including the explosive early-round match between teens Rafa Jodar and Joao Fonseca, Marta Kostyuk into the quarterfinals, and the shrimp that’s giving everyone food poisoning. Off the court, we react to the news that Morgan Riddle and Taylor Fritz have officially split after 6 years of dating. In F1, Alexa gives us a preview of car changes heading into the Miami GP this weekend as well as diving into off-the-grid gossip and news including the government of Italy demanding back taxes from almost the entire grid, an F1 driver mention in an Milanese prostitution ring scandal, Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian’s ongoing “romance,” and Charles and Alex’s continued success as newlyweds. In content we finally cover season 3 of Euphoria on HBO (episodes 1-3). We also reiterate that you need to watch Trust Me: The False Prophet on Netflix. Alex continues on her Your Friends and Neighbors Journey as well as recommending The Lady miniseries from ITV available in the US on Britbox. In skincare corner, Alexa shares her at-home microneedling journey! This is the pen she is using (with much sanitization and care).

In which we discuss our current ailments (is this becoming a recurring bit??), Kash Patel against the Atlantic, the missing scientists, Alexa's hospital and the state of American healthcare, Allbirds becoming an AI company (really an excuse to rant against men), Alex v Alix, and the second weekend of Coachella. In tennis we cover Jack Draper's worrying attitude towards his injuries, the latest on Carlos Alcaraz's wrist, rumored Nike kits for Roland Garros, Marta Kostyuk's win in Rouen, and a LONG diversion on Jelena Ostepenko. F1 is off this week again. In content we cover Zendaya and Robert Pattinson film, The Drama. Please note this is a SPOILER-FILLED conversation. If you haven't seen the movie or are sensitive to conversations about g*n violence, please skip 1:11:00-1:20:15. We also discuss Your Friends and Neighbors S2 E3 including our plans to stop covering it because it's too dull. We finish by planning a fun activity for next week's episode.To skip The Drama spoilers + discourse, skip: 1:11:00-1:20:15

In which we discuss the momentous election results out of Hungary and the current status of Coachella in the zeitgeist including notable make-outs at the scenes. In tennis we wrap up in Monte Carlo with the first Sincaraz final of the year with much talk about who was in the stands, including Monegasque prince Charles Leclerc. We continue to wring our hands about boyfriend of the pod, Jack Draper, and give a general overview of the latest news from the women's tour (including recent sales from Ostepenko's closet Instagram account). Our F1 conversation dovetails nicely with our tennis one but we also react to the news that GP Lambiase is leaving Red Bull at the end of the 2027 season. In content we cover season 2 episodes 1+2 of Apple TV's Your Friends and Neighbors. We will watch up on Euphoria and Hacks next week!

In which we discuss our latest mundane happenings, the UK banning Kanye West, our truly one-of-one take on the Summer House drama (*sarcasm*), and an interruption to announce the 2-week USA-Iran ceasefire which includes many tangents. In tennis we mostly cover the men's tour including Tommy Paul's win in Houston, all of the drop-outs in Monte Carlo, Vacherot playing at home, and the dispelled rumors that Morgan Riddle and Taylor Fritz have split. F1 is still on a break but we are on Charles Leclerc yacht watch and also Kimi Antonelli mom watch. In content we commit to covering Your Friends and Neighbors season 2 (Apple TV) and Hacks season 5 (HBO) in the future, Sumner commits to seeing Robert Pattinson and Zendaya vehicle, The Drama, and we gush and theorize about the Paradise season 2 finale.No timestamps this week but they will be back one day!

In which we discuss Taylor and Travis's public outing to the iHeartRadio Music Awards, Alix Earle's new skincare line, Reale Actives, our feelings on it and public reactions, and a half-update on the Ordinary's Volufiline serum. In tennis we cover the end of the weird Miami Open, our worries about our girl Amanda, and the upcoming Charleston Open. In F1 we cover the Japan Grand Prix, further rumors of Ferrari sandbagging, and Fernando Alonso's happy baby news. In content, we FINALLY cover the impeccable Season 2 run of Paradise on Hulu (with spoilers). To end, we go in-depth on the first trailer for HBO Max's Harry Potter series.When discussing Alix Earle's Reale Actives, we reference @charlotteparler on Instgram!

In which we discuss the continued reason(s) for our irregular recording schedule, takeaways from this year's Oscars, and Chappell Roan making an enemy out of the entire nation of Brazil. In tennis we cover the wackiness of the Miami Open, the recurring plague of male tennis player's sliding into the female player's DMs and then denying it, and Sumner recommends a new account to follow on Instagram (@hard_court). In F1, we discuss George Russell's troubling ascent, Adrian Newey getting the axe as team principal at Aston Martin, Kim and Lewis sightings in Japan, and Alexa's continued belief in Ferrari. In content, Sumner gives a glowing review of the new Ryan Gosling film, Project Hail Mary, and Alexa threatens to stop giving content recommendations.

In which we discuss the "blizzard" in NYC, highlights (and lowlights) from the BAFTAs, and highlights (and lowwwwwwwwwwlights) from US Men's Hockey. Alexa brings Clavicular and "looksmaxxing" to Sumner's attention and thy get into a spirited debate about what it all means. In tennis we cover Doha, Dubai, Delray, and Rio (spoiler: our girl Elina Svitolina is looking GOOD). In F1, we react to the season preview trailer, the trailer for Max Verstappen's new documentary, and the news that Lando is single once more. We also make our predictions for the season ahead. In content, Sumner shares her disappointment with Alexa-TV favorite "Doc" and Alexa shares her disappointment with "The Night Manager" season 2.I currently do not have the capacity to add timestamps! But soon!

Tomato, tomato is back! The pod took a hiatus due to a personal loss but it's time to get back into the saddle. In this episode, Alexa tells Sumner everything she missed while she was grieving. Up for discussion: unlikely celeb couples, Beckham family drama, Australian Open tennis, F1 pre-season testing, Traitors US and more! Appreciate y'all for hanging in there and being patient with us. We are so happy to pick the conversation back up!

In which we discuss heavy news from around the world this week (trigger warning: gun violence), the amazing "Vanity Fair Goes to the White House" piece by Chris Whipple and truly iconic accompanying photographs by Christopher Andersson, the news that famous non-Italian Mariah Carey will be headlining the Milano Cortina 2026 Opening Ceremonies, our intentions for watching Euphoria season 3 when it finally premieres in April, Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen's baby news, Alix Earle and Braxton Berrios's break-up news, Sumner's strong opinions about the American celebrity presence at the Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia. In tennis, we talk about some 2026 kit rumors and in f1, we do a final wrap-up of the season. In content, we share our review of episodes 1 and 2 of Taylor Swift: The End of an Era docuseries on Disney+. We also discuss our true, unabashed love of the BBC's Belfast-set cop drama, Blue Lights, ahead of the season 3 finale airing in the US this week. Alexa recommends some podcasts: The Lazarus Heist from the BBC World Service, The Bachelor of Buckingham Palace from Wondery, and the interview The Rest is Entertainment did with Simon Cowell this week. For people who can metabolize murder podcasts, Sumner recommends Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder from NBC News Studios.[0:00-7:46}[7:46-22:13] News (Serious)[22:13-58:15} News (Unserious)[58:15-1:00:56} Tennis[1:00:56-1:06:03} F1[1:06:03-1:17:19] Taylor Swift: The End of an Era Episodes 1 + 2[1:17:19-1:24:18} Podcast Recs[1:24:18-1:28:30] Blue Lights (No Spoilers)[1:28:30-End] Blue Lights (Spoilers!!)

In which we discuss the latest James Bond casting rumor, the baffling choice to cast Dua Lipa (English) in an ad promoting the American team for upcoming Winter Olympics in Italy, and our respective Spotify wrapped ages. In tennis we do a quick check-in with the Brits, a big Serena Williams rumor, and more praise for Morgan Riddle. In F1, Alexa sets up the stakes for this season’s final race in Abu Dhabi and explains why this is the best time for anyone that is F1 curious to tune in. In content, Sumner shares a positive review of Eternity (currently in theaters, starring Elizabeth Olsen, Miles Teller, and Callum Turner). In skincare corner, Alexa shares a positive update re: Volufiline.Editor’s Note: Alexa spread false information re: the time of the F1 race this weekend. It is airing at 8am Et!![0:00-23:50] News[23:50-29:57] Tennis[29:57-48:05] F1[48:05-49:44] Content[49:44-End] Skincare Corner

In which we discuss Alexa's no good, very bad meal next to Tucker Carlson in London, Mamdani's visit to the White House (spoiler alert: Trump is down bad for the democratic socialist), and the administration entering their flop era (nothing is going to plan). In tennis we celebrate the Italian win at Davis Cup and in f1 we lament the discouraging result for Lando Norris in Las Vegas. Also, Alexa shares the Sky Sports Halo post-mortem she's been working on. In content we discuss all 8 episodes of All Her Fault on Peacock (this is a conversation WITH spoilers), Alexa's reaction to The Beast in Me on Netflix (no spoilers), and Sumner's reaction to Wicked: For Good (no spoilers). [0:00-30:38] News[30:38-36:58] Tennis[36:58-46:09] F1[46:09-48:02] Sky Sports Halo[48:02-54:16] All Her Fault (spoilers)[54:16-55:22] The Beast in Me (no spoilers)[55:22-End] Wicked (no spoilers)

In which we discuss Alexa's new cooking streak and her hunt for a new apartment in New York City. We go deep on the 2026 Vanity Fair Hollywood Issue featuring a murderer's row of cute men (most importantly CALLUM TURNER). We talk about the fashion, the photography, the production value, who was missing, and what we think of the headline ("Let's Hear it for the Boys"). In tennis, we discuss the finals of the ATP Finals which saw another show down between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. We touch on the truly mind-bending stats around there head-to-head, their fashion choices for the match, the possible parentage of Sinner's dog. We also discuss Davis Cup and the United Cup headed to Australia in January. We wrap with a good dose of schadenfreude over Sky Sports' disastrous TikTok channel "for women", Sky Sports Halo. We will over all 8 episodes of Peacock's All Her Fault during our next recording! [0:00-19:39] News[19:39-39:45] Tennis[39:45-42:22] Sky Sports[42:22-End] Upcoming Content Coverage

In which we discuss why the photos of Harry and Meghan with the Kardashians were taken down, Meghan's return to acting, and the news that her 10th communications director has resigned. Alexa helps unpack what could be going on between Taylor Swift and Keleigh Teller and we react to the full-length trailer for Taylor's "The End of an Era" docuseries. We take a quick detour into American politics and elections, covering breaking news and the TN-7 special election. In tennis we cover the ongoing ATP finals tournament and the news that Carlos Alcaraz will end the year at world #1. In F1, we cover bad behavior from the Vcarb team at the Brazil GP trophy ceremony and rude comments from Ferrari chairman, John Elkann. In content, we add All Her Fault (Peacock) and The Beast in Me (Netflix) to our watch lists. We will be covering those shows on upcoming episodes! In a new segment, Skincare Corner, Alexa shares she is trying hot, new ingredient Volufiline. The Ordinary is has launched a serum for under $25.[0:00-17>04] News[17:04-20:55] Tennis[20:55-27:12] F1[27:12-29:13] Content[29:13-End] Skincare Corner

In which we discuss the blue wave from last week's elections, the shuttering of Teen Vogue, David Beckham getting his knighthood, People finally nailing their Sexiest Man Alive choice in Jonathan Bailey, Dua Lipa's product collab with Augustinus Bader, Shay Mitchell's absolutely cursed children's skincare line, Rini, Sydney Sweeney's continued downward spiral, Prince William's sporty visit to Brazil, Princess Catherine's wonderful fashion choice for Remembrance Day, Travis Kelce's ex, Kayla Nicole, and her unearthed tweets, and Kris Jenner's 70th Birthday. In tennis we discuss both the WTA and ATP finals as well as Jack Draper's 2 hour interview with The Tennis Podcast. F1 takes us to Sao Paolo where we discuss the results of both the sprint and regular races. In content we share final thoughts on the Celebrity Traitors as we recap episode 9 (the finale). Sumner shares her recommendation for the miniseries Death by Lightning on Netflix, as well as the book it was adapted from, Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard.[0:00-50:51] News[50:51-1:04:33] Tennis[1:04:33-1:12:52] F1[1:12:52-End] Content

In which we discuss the pervert formerly known as Price Andrew's rapid descent at the hands of his brother, King Charles, the viral British Vogue article written by Chanté Joseph, Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now, the new gay, leftist Dutch Prime Minister, and Lily Allen's new album, West End Girl. In tennis we discuss the ongoing WTA finals in Riyadh and what the boys are up to in the lead up to the ATP finals later this month. In F1 we cover the breaking news of Alexandra Saint Mleux's engagement to Charles Leclerc. In content we react to the last episodes (7+ 8) of Celebrity Traitors UK before the finale this week. [0:00-27:07] News[27:07-31:47] Tennis[31:47-35:26] F1[35:26-47:59] Celebrity Traitors E7+8[47:59-End] Other Content

In which we discuss The Times (London) data-driven analysis of what differentiates London from NYC, the exciting results of the Irish presidential election, updates from the Louvre jewelry heist related to arrests and conspiracies, rumors that Sophie Turner and Chris Martin are dating, and LVMH selling Marc Jacobs to Authentic Brands (never a good sign). In tennis we focus solely on our boy, Jannik Sinner, including his dating life and the fact that the Italians are livid with him for dropping out of Davis Cup. In F1, we review the most exciting race in months: last weekend's GP in Mexico City. Alexa covers the factors that made this race exciting and the implications for the World Drivers' Championship race. In content we cover Celebrity Traitors episodes 5 + 6 (with spoilers!), Sumner's review of Nobody Wants This (season 2 on Netflix now), and a BRIEF preview of House of Dynamite (Netflix). Sumner eats crow about her new favorite show, The Diplomat, and Alexa shares that she abandoned all responsibilities and obligations this weekend to binge 2015 PBS historical drama, Poldark.[0:00-23:20] News[23:20-30:14] Tennis[30:14-42:42] F1[42:42-51:05] Celebrity Traitors[51:05-End] Other Content

In which we discuss the AWS outage's direct impact to this podcast, the Louvre heist, Carla Bruni dropping off Nicolas Sarkozy at prison, Prince Andrew and Fergie title updates, Taylor Swift's hobby of browsing and donating to GoFundMe and the chain reaction that ignites, Dua Lipa and Callum Turner's viral meet-cute, and Alexa's strong negative reaction to the upcoming Audible Harry Potter series rerecord. Tennis talk is quick; we wrap up Six Kings coverage and react to Holger Rune's severe achilles injury. In F1, we hear about funny business at Maclaren, Alexa's disdain for Oscar Piastri, and we touch on Tapegate from the Austin GP. In content we share what we are looking forward to in the coming months: Down Cemetery Road (Apple TV+, October 29th), Hijack (season 2, Apple TV+, January 14th), Shrinking (season 3, Apple TV+, January 28th), Trespasses (Channel 4, unknown- maybe November). To finish we share our excitement that Project Runway has been renewed for another season with the same hosts + judges panel![0:00-32:11] News[32:11-37:16] Tennis[37:16-47:42] F1[47:52-End] Content

In which we discuss a sweet anecdote about our high school exchange program, the news (directly from Pierpaolo Piccioli himself) that Meghan Markle invited herself to the recent Balenciaga show, Taylor Swift's $100M payday from Disney for the Era's documentary, the shooting schedule of season 2 of a pod favorite TV show, Rivals, and our befuddlement around the 2025 Victoria Secret fashion show. We keep the tennis and F1 updates brief (tennis- Six Kings, F1- Mercedes signed contracts and Charlies being funny) so that we can dive fully into our favorite sport: Celebrity Traitors UK. We cover this weeks episodes (3 +4), pontificating on murders, banishments, favorite players, castle fashion, and all-time one-liners.[0:00-22:33] News[ 22:33- 25:08] Tennis (with a Victoria's Secret disgression)[25:08-31:47] F1[31:47-End] Celebrity Traitors UK Episodes 3 +4

In which we discuss the long-rumored news that Taylor Swift is putting out a documentary about the Eras tour, Chris Briney heart-throbbing on the set of Hacks season 5, the arrest of Dr. Wendy and Happy Eddie from Real Housewives of Potomac, and the best application of the viral Anthropologie rock trend (it involves Gayle and Oprah). In tennis we cover the heartwarming final of the Masters 1000 in Shanghai which included first cousins (one a qualifier!!), Coco's big win over Jess Pegula in Wuhan, and the upcoming Six Kings Slam. In F1 we react to the news that F1 coverage in the states will move to Apple TV+ once ESPN's contract expires, try to make sense of Chloe Stroll's music career, and go back and forth about the news that Christian Horner has paid out a handsome sum to his former employee to avoid a public trial after accusations of harassment. In content we give a brief review of Victoria Beckham, the new three-part documentary on Netflix and give long-winded but valuable thoughts about our latest obsession: Celebrity Traitors UK. We go through the cast, providing comparisons of the cast to US celebrities, and identifying our favorites. At closing, we move into a spoiler-filled conversation about week one's episodes.[0:00- 17:47] News[17:47-31:55] Tennis[31:55-41:18] F1[41:18-45:27] Victoria Beckham documentary [45:27- 1:09:00] Celebrity Traitors UK (spoiler-free)[1:09:00-End] Celebrity Traitors UK (SPOILERS)

In which we return to transportation corner to discuss Sumner's thought on reverse commuting to Connecticut from New York this week. We share our full thoughts on both Taylor Swift's TLOAS album (be warned: we go track by track) as well as the press tour around it. In tennis, we discuss Jannik Sinner's retirement in Shanghai due to leg cramps and Amanda Anisimova's further ascendency as a star of women's tennis. In F1, we reflect on the boring news that Maclaren have officially been declared winner of the 2025 Constructors' Championship and the exciting news around Oscar Piastri having a total meltdown in Singapore. Alexa takes the helm on content this episode due to Sumner's tunnel vision in rewatching Dawson's Creek for the 95th time. Alexa shares her thoughts on the the first few chapters of Richard Osman's new latest Thursday Murder Club book, The Impossible Fortune. and the first episode of RTE's The Walsh Sisters. She also gives a negative review of HBO's The Pitt, which is an egregiously wrong opinion.[0:00-7:56] Transportation Corner and Episode Outline[7:56-46:38 ] The Life of a Showgirl[46:38-52:04] Tennis[52:04-58:58] F1[58:58-End] Content

In which we discuss Princess Anne's visit to Ukraine, the Kimmel-Colbert swap, excitement around Bad Bunny as a Super Bowl halftime performer, Taylor Swift's very impending album release, and the Nicole Kidman-Keith Urban split. In tennis we rect to the happy-sad news of Gael Monfils's retirement next year and some notable scores out of the asian WTA/ATP swing. In F1 we are sad for Lewis Hamilton after the loss of his beloved dog, Roscoe, we preview the Singapore GP, and chat about the latest round of rumors about Charles Leclerc leaving Ferrari. In content, Sumner recommends new Netflix cooking competition show, Next Gen Chef, and Alexa builds excitement around the Price William episode of Eugene Levy's Apple+ show, The Reluctant Traveler.[0:00-35:45] News[35:45-43:41] Tennis[43:41-49:47} F1[49:47-End] Content

In which we discuss Sumner's spotting of Tomato, Tomato person-of-interest, Jimmy Carr, the latest chapter in Jimmy Kimmel's return, possible repercussions of Eric Adams dropping out of the NYC mayoral race, and Emma Watson's somewhat perplexing appearance on Jay Shetty's On Purpose podcast. In tennis we react to the surprise news that Jack Draper WILL be playing more competitive tennis before the year is done and we check in on the Asian swings of both the WTA and ATP tours. In F1 we continue to worry about Lewis Hamilton and his sweet bulldog, Roscoe. In content we are here, there, and everywhere. Sumner shares a spoiler-free view of the new Leonardo DiCaprio-starring, Paul Thomas Anderson-directed film, One Battle After Another (in theaters now). In summary, if you live CINEMA this is a can't miss. We share our spoiler-filled thoughts on the entire first season of Netflix's House of Guinness (it's really fun and you should watch it). We wrap up our coverage of Freeform/Hulu's season 21 Project Runway with a review of the finale (meh) and the entire season (incredible). Last, Alexa plugs tv series Doc (season 1 is on Netflix and season 2 is currently airing on Fox).[0:00-23:48] News[23:38-35:16] Tennis[35:16-37:15} F1 (but really Lewis Hamilton news)[37:15-End] Content

In which we discuss Alexa's reckoning with current events, the upcoming military squid games, Jimmy Kimmel's triumphant return (for 80% of us), former French president Nichloas Sarkozy's current, very bad legal trouble, Jessica Chastain's Apple+ Movie, The Savant, and FINALLY for some levity, the Burberry's Spring/Summer 2026 fashion show. No sports this week but in content we preview documentary, Prime Minister, coming to HBO Max on 9/30, distant-future Amazon tennis shoe, Rally, and House of Dynamite coming to theaters 10/10 and Netflix 10/24. Sumner co-signs Alexa's review of Amazon miniseries, The Girlfriend, and gives her early review on Netflix miniseries, The House of Guinness. **Please note that f-bombs in this episode are not bleeped out because we are out of transcription hours for the month. We appreciate your understanding**[0:00-27:00] Serious News[27:00-32:00] Unserious News[32:00-34:07] Sports (but actually just a Lewis Hamilton pet update)[34:07-End] Content

In which we discuss Disney bowing to public pressure (positive) by reinstating Jimmy Kimmel, the utter idiocy of Trump's new H1B visa fee, our theories around the Nina Dobrev-Zac Efron + friends yacht trip, the Kelsea Ballerini + Chase Stokes breakup, and rumors of Taylor Swift starring in a remake of The Bodyguard. In tennis, we share final thoughts about both the Billie Jean King and Laver Cups. In F1, Baku has given us a Carlos podium plus many, many off-the-grid giggles. In content we discuss even more news in the Marian Keyes cinematic and literary universe (in addition to Sumner's first reaction to her 1995 novel, Watermelon- the first in the Walsh sisters series). We also discuss what upcoming content is exciting us: the latest Thursday Murder Club book (The Impossible Fortune, out 9/25), The House of Guinness (Netflix, out 9/25), Celebrity Traitors UK (out 10/8 in the UK), and Nobody Wants This (Netflix, out 10/23). Finally, Alexa recommends The Girlfriend now out on Amazon Prime.[0:00-37:37] News[37:37-47:16] Tennis[47:16-57:35] F1[57:35-End] Content

In which we discuss a potential upside of TikTok, the Jimmy Kimmel Live situation, the US president's state visit to the UK, and icky behavior from Travis Kelce and Josh Allen. In tennis we hype up our girlies currently competing in the final stages of the Billie Jean King cup and in F1 world we discuss travel logistics for Baku. In content we make a potentially surprising recommendation: aka Charlie Sheen on Netflix. We also ponder what to do about Dancing with the Stars given the current ABC situation. At the end of our episode we, of course, do a deep dive into the series final of The Summer I Turned Pretty (spoiler alert: it's positive).[00:00 – 36:00] News[36:00-41:00] Tennis[41:00 – 49:00] Formula 1[50:00 – End] Content50:00 aka Charlie Sheen56:24 Dancing with the Stars1:05:00 The Summer I Turned Pretty series finale

In which we discuss Alexa's risky and unauthorized taste test, the upsetting political disruption in the UK, the gen-z takeover in Nepal, and some Emmy Awards results. Not much to discuss in sports besides the weird hysteria around Charles Leclerc's brother's wedding. In content, recommendations abound. Sumner gives her review of Downtown Abbey: The Grand Finale (now in theaters) while Alexa recommends The Office spin-off, The Paper.[00:00–46:00] News[46:00–48:30] Sports[50:00–1:06:06] Content

**Please note that from 3:54-16:30 we discuss current political and g*n violence in the United States. If you listen with kids, we recommend skipping this section**In which we discuss the current unrest in the United States, Nina Dobrev and Shaun White's surprising breakup, and the rumor that Brooks Nader was dating both Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz during the US Open. In tennis we wish Casper Ruud well on his baby news and cackle over the Russian tennis girlies exposing Holger Rune for his DM-pest behavior. In content we cover the penultimate episode of The Summer I Turned Pretty and Sumner recommends The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox on Hulu.Intro [:08-3:54]Current Events [3:54-16:30]Celebrity News [16:30-27:41]Tennis [27:41-36:40]The Summer I Turned Pretty [36:40-50:21]Content Recommendation [50:21-1:00:00]

In which we head back to transportation corner in honor of Alexa's journey back to the US, react to listener feedback around our stance re: men in shorts, and share our thoughts on several PR (or not) relationships: Glen Powell + Sydney Sweeney, Harry Styles + Zoe Kravitz, and Liam Neeson + Pamela Anderson. In sports we discuss the US Open men's + women's finals, Nike's continued troubling decision-making, and our love of Amanda Anisimova. In F1 news we discuss the latest GP in Monza and how Oscar still sucks. Finally, in content we give a 2 minute review of The Summer I Turned Pretty S3E9, discuss our plans to begin covering HBO mini-series Task, and Alexa's recommendation of My Life with The Walter Boys on Netflix.[00:00–28:46] Intro + News[28:46-43:05] Tennis[45:12-52:15] F1[52:15-57:11] Content

In which we discuss the sadly untrue death rumors about a certain political figure from the weekend, various real and fake couples' news from around the globe (Sydney Sweeney + Scooter Braun, Pamela Anderson + Liam Neeson, Katie Holmes + Lewis Hamilton, Dua Lipa + Callum Turner, Olivia Dean + boyfriend), the latest from the US Open, and F1's complete sh*tshow in Zandvoort this past weekend. In content we finally review Netflix's The Thursday Murder Club based on our favorite Richard Osman books.[06:32–09:09] – Intro[12:10–26:28] – News[26:36–45:29] – Tennis[49:36–52:17] – F1[59:23–01:04:40+] – Content: Netflix’s The Thursday Murder Club

In which we dedicate our entire news segment to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement along with other news out of the Swiftverse. We discuss Jack Draper's withdrawal from the US Open due to arm pain, Coco Gauff's close R2 match against Ajla Tomljanovic, and how hot Tommy Paul looked as he breezed through his R2 match against Elmer Moller. We also issue a formal apology to Carlos Alcaraz re: our reaction to his hair. We realize now it was all an accident and that it's just hair and it will grow back. We gleefully skip our topic of the week yet AGAIN due to time constraints and bounce right into The Summer I Turned Pretty S3E8 aka The Episode They Finally Called Off the Wedding. While wrapping up discuss which one of us will take one for the team and watch KPop Demon Hunters, agree that we will both watch new ESPN documentary, The Kingdom, following the Chief's last season, and reiterate our excitement for the new Netflix film, Thursday Murder Club, based on the bestselling books.

In which we discuss Alexa's temporary return to London, Zoe Kravitz and Harry Styles canoodling rumors, and Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi's adoption news. In tennis we cover US Open upsets and fashions from days 1 and 2 as well as our thoughts on the tournament's fashions. We learn of Carlos Alcaraz's shocking haircut live on air. We touch down quickly into F1 as the long-rumored news that Bottas and Perez would be going to Cadillac next year has been confirmed. In content we share our thoughts on The Summer I Turned Pretty S3E7 we well as The Map That Leads to You (Amazon), Hostage (Netflix), and Missing You (Netflix).

In which we find one nice thing for Alexa to say about New York City and reflect on Sumner's visit. In pop culture, we discuss the mind-boggling decision of Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham to renew their vows just three years into their marriage, the horrifying spectacle that was Nina Agdal and Logan Paul's wedding in Como, Italy, and Mariah Carey's recent press tour. We spend 2 seconds on the news that William and Kate are moving house in Windsor (we find this unproblematic). In tennis we cover the men's and women's finals in Cincinnati, the big reveal of Vuori's new kit for Jack Draper, and then we go in-depth about our time in Flushing Meadows this week attending the opening arounds of the US Open Mixed Doubles Championship. This event has been tennis's own version of Love Island and we go into the gossip, the scores, and our thoughts on each of the day 1 matches. We touch quickly down in the world of F1 to discuss a few silly seasons spottings (Charles Leclerc in a kilt) and rumors (Christian Horner as Cadillac team principal for 2026). In content, Alexa shares her final review of all 3 seasons of Sullivan's Crossing. We also share what we're anticipating in the coming weeks: Thursday Murder Club and House of Guinness (both on Netflix).

In which we eschew our normal format to cover pop culture's biggest news: Taylor Swift's appearance on the Kelce brothers' New Heights podcast. That's right, we are doing a podcast about a podcast! We discuss the unprecedented nature of this interview, what a good format it was for Taylor, and everything we learned from the 2-hour conversation. Elsewhere in girl world we cover the miraculous season finale of the third triumphant season of the Gilded Age as well as theories for next season. We wrap up with The Summer I Turned Pretty S3 E6 aka "One Scene with Conrad Makes This Entire Show Watchable."

In which we discuss Nashville'e Tomato Arts Festival, the far-right girlie influencer drama that has taken the internet by absolute storm (if you're listening with kids skip 18:37-24:48), Phoebe Gates's perhaps misguided strategy as a brand founder, "Tinder Leave" policies becoming common practice in workplaces in Asia, and a French policy (the viager system) that allows one to purchase real estate through installments paid to an elderly person still living in the home. In tennis was celebrate the amazing win of Canadian Victoria Mboko in Montreal at just 18 years old and the first Masters 1000 win for Ben Shelton in Toronto. We (Alexa) panic about Jack Draper losing another US Open Mixed Doubles partner in Paula Badosa and prognosticate what could become of him in regards to that event. In F1 we cover Lewis Hamilton's very lame 8/8 announcement (he is launching a mescal with his non-alcoholic tequila brand) and lament the latest photos of Pierre Gasly's hair situation. In content we react to The Summer I Turned Pretty S3E5 and Alexa shares her thoughts on newly relaunched Project Runway.Trying to Understand the Big Conservative-Influencer Fight by Olivia Craighead for The CutInside MAGA's Wildest Feud (Highly NSFW!) from The Bulwark (video)MAGA girls fighting explainer by @georgiejxmes on TikTokMAGA girls fighting explainer by @jackmackbarstol on TikTok

In which we discuss our possible rebrand as a transportation podcast, the news that solo travelers are being charged up to 70% more for their fares on US-based airlines, and Uber beta testing women-only rides. This leads Sumner to share the experience of her worst Lyft ride ever. We also brainstorm how Alexa will avoid getting Legionnaire's disease now that there is an outbreak in New York. In tennis, we check in on the semifinals in both Toronto and Montreal while also noting that Djokovic has decided to withdraw from Cincinnati. In F1, we have begun silly season (AKA the official summer break when the rumors flow) and Lewis Hamilton made an announcement that he would be making an announcement on 8/8. We speculate about what the announcement may be. For the US vs UK topic of the week, we discuss the Julian Fellowes universe comparing Downton Abbey to Gilded Age, weaving in our reaction to Gilded Age S3E7 throughout.

In which we discuss the latest Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau sighting, the reinstatement of the presidential fitness test in the US (along with the gruesome cast of characters that turned up for the roll out), nice news for Chandi from DCC, and Sydney Sweeney's lastest scandal (buzzwords: American Eagle, eugenics). In tennis, we share our surprise that Coco Gauff has had a low-key boyfriend for 2 years, gush over Canadian Victoria Mboko's big win and great Wilson kit in Montreal, discuss the upcoming dating show taking place at the US Open, and check-in on how the Laver cup teams are shaping up. Over in F1, we mourn Charles Leclerc's fate at the Hungarian GP, discuss Alexa's unlikely turnaround on Lando Norris's new girlfriend, and ponder Oscar Piastri's improbable modeling career. We end with Sumners review of the new Molly Gordon and Logan Lerman film, Oh, Hi! (spoiler: it was great).

In which we discuss the fabulous news that Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson are "officially" dating and the farcical news that Katy Perry and former Canadian PM Just Trudeau were spotted having dinner together in Montreal. We review the (near) final entrants list for the US Open’s Mixed Doubles Tournament (which we will be attending) and theorize about the two teams that have yet to be announced. For the US vs UK topic of the week we tackle a listener submission: tipping culture and how that impacts dining out in America vs Europe/the UK. In content, we rant against both Belly and Jeremiah while praising every other character in The Summer I Turned Pretty (#teamconrad #teamstephen #teamtaylor #teamanyoneelse) plus Alexa presents a theory about what may become of Conrad in the future. Sumner provides her review of Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid (meh). On a happier note, we trade recommendations of recent reads that we’ve really enjoyed. For Alexa, it’s Retreat by actress Krysten Ritter and for Sumner its small-town mystery, The Good Ones by Polly Stewart. In closing, Sumner asks that both Alexa and the listener watch the trailer for A24’s Eternity (starring Elizabeth Olsen, Miles Teller, and THE Callum Turner). Retreat by Krysten RitterThe Good Ones by Polly StewartEternity Trailer

In which we discuss Alexa’s pleasant NY subway experience, the next chapter of the Coldplay kiss cam saga (enter Gwyneth Paltrow as temporary Astronomer spokesperson), more painful Dua and Callum photos, and the AMAZING news that the Gilded Age has officially been renewed for season 4. In tennis we discuss the DC open as well as some coaching changes for major players and in F1 we review how truly boring Spa was this past weekend. The real sports news this episode comes from England’s Lionesses who dispatched with Spain to win the Women’s Euro Finals this weekend. In content, Alexa cannot in good conscience recommend The Hunting Wives on Netflix but we turn it around by covering another banger from the Gilded Age (S3E6). 

In which we apologize for being tardy with this episode but don't regret it due to all the "news" we have to discuss. We cover Dua Lipa + Callum Turner's latest vacation photos, William and Catherine's well-deserved family vacay in Greece, the Macrons' lawsuit against Candace Owens, our shipping of Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson, and Harry Styles's latest product launch. In sports we react to Sinner's rehiring of a physio involved in this doping scandal and the official news that Jack Draper has dropped out of the mixed doubles tournament at the US Open. Ferrari appears to disappoint again as the Belgian GP commences. Our topic of the week is really Alexa's diatribe against bikers and scooterers in New York but, for the sake of argument, we will call it "Us vs UK: Road Safety." In content we cover the VERY grim 3rd episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty on Amazon.

In which we discuss the excellent news (for Sumner) that Mercury is in retrograde, airport security at home and abroad (we are looking at you Heathrow terminal 5), Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson's feature film link up, and the continued fallout from the Coldplay kiss cam drama (including a bunch of fake news). In tennis we quickly on a smattering of news including significant withdrawals from Toronto, Bublik's win in Gstaad, and updates around the US Open Mixed Double's Tournament. F1 had another off we but we continue to pray at the altar of Ferrari. In content we discuss this week's action-packed episode of the Gilded Age (glimmers of hope for our girl Aurora), Sumner's companion viewing (Downton Abbey from the beginning), ancillary content to The Summer I Turned Pretty, and Alexa gives us as rundown of Netflix's slate of modern-day soap operas (Ransom Canyon, Virgin River, Chesapeake Shores, etc.).

In which we discuss Alexa's new computer, Sumner's first stab at water aerobics, Emma Watson's 6-month driving ban in the UK, and the kiss cam unearthing of an affair at a recent Coldplay concert. In tennis, we lament Tommy Paul's engagement to Paige Lorenze and also the announcement that Ons Jabeur is stepping away from tennis. In F1, there is an update in the FIA presidency race as well as more rumors about the future Mercedes driver lineup. In a huge week for content, we share our reactions to the long-awaited season 3 of The Sumner I Turned Pretty on Amazon based on the books by Jenny Han (episodes 1 and 2 are out now). This is SOLIDLY a team Conrad podcast. We finish with our beloved Gilded Age, talking all things Gladys, Peggy, Aurora, and, of course, we celebrate our entrepreneurial king, Jack Trotter.

In which we say there is no news to discuss but end up discussing the NYPD's astronomical budget (classic us). Sumner can't help from sharing the latest in the Chris Hughes-JoJo Siwa nightmare and Alexa surfaces the rumor that Lauren Sanchez lost out on the original Birkin, which was up for auction this week. In tennis we discuss both scores and gossip from the final weekend of Wimbledon including, of course, the Wales family outing (minus Louis) on Sunday. The rumor mill is still grinding away in the world of F1 especially when it comes to Max Verstappen's possible move to Mercedes. We wrap with Sumner's final review of Dept. Q season 1 as well as some sh*ttalking Charles Fane from the Guilded Age for good measure.

In which we apologize for our unplanned multi-week summer break and discuss the incredible fashion from the Macrons state visit to the UK. We, of course, go over all things Wimbledon (scores, spectators, AND gossip). The world of F1 is finally giving us PLENTY to talk about again so we touch on: Christian Horner's axing from Red Bull (effective immediately), what that could mean for Max Verstappen, and a theory about Toto Wolff. On top of that, we have on-site reporting from Alexa who attended Silverstone in the Ferrari paddock last weekend. We also give our reviews of F1 The Movie both as fans of F1 and as fans of movies. We wrap by continuing to sing the praises of the Gilded Age from HBO (escapism at its best) and Sumner plugs Dept. Q on Netflix starring Matthew Goode.

In which we discuss the results of the New York Democratic mayoral primary, the bone-chilling pap photos from the Sanchez-Bezos pre-wedding foam party, and the bad news that Carlos Sainz Sr. is not going to run for FIA president after all. We touch back down on the F1 The Movie continued promo including Brad Pitt's unique style choices. Our tennis check-in is brief as the tours get ready for Wimbledon. We discuss the second half of Netflix's America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and use our enthusiasm for the subject to fuel our US vs UK topic of the week. We share theories as to why the US has cheerleaders and the UK doesn't but, in the inverse, the UK has a robust hooligan culture that the UK lacks. In content we encourage everyone to watch the Gilded Age on HBO which came back for season 3 this week. We will be covering it week to week! We end on the mid-recording news that Denis Villeneuve has been tapped to director the next James Bond film. Link to the very absurd TIkTok that Sumner got the giggles over (Alexa did not find it funny)

In which we discuss the current state of New York City through the eyes of Alexa, why men of all walks of life are socialized to spit in public, and the New York mayoral Democratic primary race. Tennis takes us to the UK and Germany where we check in on the lead up tournaments before Wimbledon. We loudly share our support for the currently unfolding Emma Raducanu/Carlos Alcaraz showmance? romance? We speak at length about America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders S2, which is now streaming Netflix, trying to uncover if it is sinister, soothing, or something in between. Sumner recommends miniseries Toxic Town, also on Netflix, starring Jodie Whittaker, Aimee Lou Wood, and Claudia Jessie. She also recommends the DC Morgan detective book series by Clare Mackintosh.

In which we discuss the fact that all of the news of the week is too serious and scary to talk about. We toss out ideas of what we could touch on but reject them all except for the Abedin-Soros Democratic Party Royal Wedding in the Hamptons this past weekend. In tennis we touch on some surprising grass season results (Sinner v Bublik! Coco falls!) and go over the structure of the relaunched mixed doubles "tournament" planned for the US Open. We react to each of the entered pairings and, in a departure from our usual US vs UK topic of the week, we build out our dream mixed doubles pairings, drafting from current players. This is a tennis heavy episode and we aren't mad about it! In content, Alexa shares an update on Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid and Sumner gives a review of the first two episodes of "Outrageous," a historical flight of fancy about the infamous Mitford sisters (currently airing on Britbox in the States and UKTV in the UK).

In which we discuss the final cast list for Traitors US season 4 and Trooping the Colour (including Princess Catherine's fashion, Prince Louis in trousers, and Price William's current grooming choices). In the world of tennis we react to the WTA's amazing new policy around protected rankings for players undergoing fertility treatments, a record-breaking win by German player Tatjana Maria at Queen's, and our lack of excitement for Men's Queen's. F1 takes us to Montreal for the Canadian GP where Lewis Hamilton is distraught over maybe hitting a groundhog, George and Max come in p1 and p2 (worst case scenario), and team Ferrari appears to be quietly quitting. Alexa shares spoiler-free thoughts on the Celine Song's newest film, The Materialists and a rave review of The Better Sister on Amazon Prime. We head back into the world of reading with Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid and share our belief that she writes perfect summer function. Sumner shares her thoughts on her double-feature experience with The Account 1 and 2.Prince George Tells Prince Louis to Quit Waving

In which we discuss our excitement around some new Harry Potter TV series casting news, Gigi Paris's Interview on the Too Much Podcast covering her breakup with Glen Powell, the phenomenon of attractive young women dressing in bald caps to go see Pitbull in concert, positively arresting images of Harris Dickinson in the latest Rhode campaign, the latest rumors about Jannik Sinner's love life, our nerves around thigh expectations placed on Jack Draper as we head into Wimbledon, and a revisit of what's at stake for Max Verstappen now that he has 11 penalty points. For the US vs UK topic of the week, we discuss the concept of knighthood vs the presidential medal of freedom (which Sumner called the congressional medal of freedom the entire episode, sigh). We also touch on Alexa's aversion to central air conditioning. In content Alexa reviews Ginny & Georgia Season 3 and gives her final verdict on Mobland. WE finish with the Wicked: For Good and The Summer I Turned Pretty S3 official trailers.

In which we discuss the reason for Sumner's gross voice and our shorter than average episode, the blissful we had on the internet while Tr*mp and M*sk were fighting, Sabrina Carpenter's latest single, "Manchild," which couldn't have come at a better time, our reactions to Lola Young's sexually daring single "One Thing," and the double-standards in audiences responses to explicit music. On the sports front we react to the most recent "10 Hottest Men in Professional Tennis" poll and we cover both the women's and men's finals at Roland Garros including Sabalenka's disappointing remarks in the post-match presser and one of the best matches we've seen in our lifetime: the besting of Jannik Sinner in a 5-set tiebreaker by Carlos Alcaraz. On the content front, Sumner has finally watched One of Them Days starring Keke Palmer and SZA (now available on Netflix) and shares why it was the perfect film for her to watch this weekend. Alexa provides her long-awaited initial review of Mobland (Paramount+), and we end with a surprising recommendation: Bravo/Peacock's Love Hotel.