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Betches Co-Founders Aleen Dreksler, Jordana Abraham, and Sami Sage—aka the OG Betches friend group that started it all—welcome you to their pop culture group chat. Each week they cover all the latest in celeb drama, the hottest TV & movies out now, and never fail to say some v funny sh*t (ofc). Come for the hot takes, stay for the group chat vibe. (Formerly Betch Slapped)

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Friday · 39 min
The 2000s School Trends That Deserve A Hall Pass Or Detention
On this episode of @Betches, Aleen and Jordana are fully in back-to-school mode and feeling very nostalgic about it. They look back at everything from questionable childhood haircuts and embarrassing school lunches to Lisa Frank, Tamagotchis, Furbies, gel pens, 100 Calorie Packs, and Beanie Babies, and decide which trends still hold up and which belong in detention. Plus, Aleen talks about getting her daughter ready for kindergarten, Jordana shares what her first summer as a mom was really like, and they compare the chaos of growing up in the 2000s to raising kids now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 21 · 54 min
Why Hilary Duff Is Winning Summer & The Friendship Drama We Need To Settle
On this episode of @Betches, Sami, Jordana, and Aleen are back for another summer check-in and team back up with Josh Cellars to play a fun round of Fish Bowl. After, they bring Friendship Court into session and rule on what happens when a friend disappears into a new relationship after judging you for doing the exact same thing. They also debate whether it’s fair to get mad at a best friend for not sharing a house offer and how to handle a friend who may have been caught with your missing clothes. Email your friendship dilemmas to JAS@betches.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 31 · 45 min
Friendship Lies, Flaky Friends, & The Outfit Feedback Nobody Wants To Hear
On this episode of @Betches, Sami, Jordana, and Aleen are back for a hiatus check-in and, thanks to Josh Cellars, put their painting skills to the test. Then, they tackle a series of impossible friendship dilemmas: Would you lie to protect a surprise proposal? Tell your friend you hate their new partner? Expose who started a rumor? They also debate how many last-minute cancellations are too many, how late is officially rude, and why being late to a Zoom somehow feels even worse. Plus, they get brutally honest about bad outfits, embarrassing stains, wardrobe malfunctions, and when being a good friend means speaking up before it’s too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 26 · 39 min
Friendship Tiers, & Meta Glasses vs. Snap Specs, & Train Etiquette
On this week's episode of @Betches, Sami, Jordana, and Aleen are sending you into summer with one last episode before their summer hiatus. They debate what actually makes someone a close friend, whether friendship "tiers" are real, and what crimes merit a visit in jail for. They once again speculate when the hell Taylor's wedding will be and pray it's not at MSG. Finally, they discuss whether Meta's new AI glasses are actually the future or just another tech fad comparable to Snap's Spectacles (yuck btw), and play a fun game of headbanz! They'll be back after the summer, refreshed and ready for more! Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 19 · 55 min
Knicks Mania, World Cup Chaos, & Taylor Swift's Secret Wedding
This week on @betches, they unpack the latest Taylor Swift wedding rumors, from Madison Square Garden speculation to secret marriage theories and what the Haim sisters might have to do with it all. They then dive into the aftermath episode of Summer House and speculate the future of the show. After, with the World Cup officially underway, they react to Europeans experiencing America for the first time and play a round of "American or Made Up?" featuring some truly bizarre U.S. staples (and some made up). Plus, Jordana shares her latest true crime obsession with Netflix's Maternal Instinct, and we debate Knicks fandom, sports merch mania, and whether Snap's new spectacles are chic or the ugliest things you've ever seen in your life. Lastly, the Betches announce the summer hiatus of the pod. They're excited to rest, relax, and recharge and be back stronger than ever at the end of the year! Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 12 · 54 min
Who Solved The Summer House Leak, Viral Food Lines, & Ariana Grande's Breakup
On this week’s @betches, Sami, Aleen, and Jordana are back together to break down Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater’s reported breakup and debate whether anyone is actually surprised. They also dive into the wild story of Jennifer Lawrence allegedly helping Bravo track down the Summer House reunion leak, and discuss the kind of investigative skills it takes to uncover the truth. Plus, they unpack the viral Dot Cakes phenomenon, NYC’s obsession with waiting in line for food, and what they would (and definitely would not) wait hours for. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 5 · 1 hr 2 min
Anna Faris’ Comeback, Summer House Drama, & Our New Bravo Obsessions
On this week’s @betches, Jordana and Aleen dive into the second part of Summer House Reunion & Amanda's lack of empathy (or any emotion for that matter). After, they get into their latest obsession: The Real Housewives of Rhode Island. From shocking affair allegations to the cast’s chaotic chemistry, they break down why RHORI feels like a return to classic Housewives. Plus, they share their dream of living in a friendship compound, revisit Anna Faris’ long-awaited return to the spotlight, and put their celebrity knowledge to the test with a game of Headbanz. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29 · 56 min
Amanda & West Keep Lying, Ciara’s Brutal Callout, & The Reunion Everyone Waited For
On this week’s episode of @Betches, Sami and Jordana break down the explosive Summer House reunion and why Amanda and West’s explanations still are not adding up. They discuss Ciara’s emotional confrontation, Amanda’s response to the backlash, Kyle’s surprising role in the reunion, and what the drama reveals about friendships, accountability, and reality TV. Plus, they share their thoughts on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s viral Knicks date night, debate whether the couple actually enjoys the spotlight, and play a Taylor wedding prediction game featuring everything from the venue and dress to the bridesmaids, honeymoon destination, and first dance song. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 22 · 1 hr 2 min
Looksmaxing Explained, Stanford Students Rebelling, & Froyo Fever
This week on @betches, the gang is back together! They're diving into the frozen yogurt comeback nobody saw coming, why Stanford students think college has become anti-fun, and the very real nostalgia of BBM, Facebook albums, and peak 2010s culture. Plus, they unpack the rise of “looksmaxing,” why every trend feels recycled, and Bethenny Frankel’s latest internet feud that somehow got even weirder. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15 · 45 min
Why Reality TV Betrayals Turn Women Into Superstars
Jordana is officially back from maternity leave and this week she joins Sami to talk a surprisingly deep conversation about love languages, birthday gifts, and Mother’s Day texting etiquette. Then, they cover Ciara Miller’s post-Summer House scandal success and how Bravo betrayals somehow turn women into superstars. Plus, they debate whether Anne Hathaway is secretly annoying, review why The Devil Wears Prada 2 is the best sequel in years, and unpack NBC turning Wordle into a game show. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8 · 1 hr 8 min
Blue Dot Fever Explained & Which Artists Are Coming Down With It
This week on @betches, Sami and Aleen jump right into the Bezos Ball aka the Met Gala to discuss what slayed, what flopped, and how out of touch this all seems. Then, they get into the newest pandemic: blue dot fever. Why are so many artists cancelling their shows? And finally, they break down this week’s Summer House and Aleen’s newest obsession: Jacob Elordi in Wuthering Heights. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1 · 1 hr 5 min
Are We Being Gaslit By Chanel & The Met Gala?
On this week's @betches, Sami and Aleen break down the Chanel rebrand, the Met Gala’s shifting relevance, and why fashion feels more manufactured than ever. They get into the viral frenzy around Chanel’s latest collection, whether the hype was strategically engineered, and how social media is shaping what we think is “in.” Plus, they discuss why the Met Gala may be losing its cultural edge, the rise of tech money in fashion spaces, and what happens when exclusivity stops feeling aspirational. Finally, they dive into pretentious restaurant terms and this week's Summer House. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 24 · 47 min
The Era Of Bad Behavior, Phones Ruining Every Experience, & Madonna's Comeback
On this week @betches, Sami and Aleen break down Coachella Weekend 2 which seemed to be more for the fans than for the brands. From bizarre crowd behavior and phone culture taking over to major pop moments with Madonna, Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Billie Eilish. They get into why no one seemed to be dancing, whether concerts are even fun anymore, and how social media is changing real-life experiences. Plus, they unpack the ongoing Alex vs. Alix drama, PR war speculation, and what might actually be going on behind the scenes. Then it’s Bravo chaos with Summer House timeline lies, West and Amanda PDA at the Yankee game, and who’s really telling the truth. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 17 · 43 min
Alex Cooper Vs. Alix Earle & The Coachella Bieber Effect
On this week’s episode of @Betches, Sami and Aleen ask the important question: is Coachella finally about the music again? They unpack Bieber’s buzzy set, Sabrina Carpenter’s standout performance, and why the festival discourse felt different this year. Then, they dive into the Alex Cooper vs. Alix Earle saga, what may have sparked the tension, and whether this is a genuine fallout or a very online PR game. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 10 · 49 min
Female Ambition, Kanye’s Consequences, & Why We Love A Public Manifestation
This week on @betches, Sami and Aleen kick things off with a rare positive story, talking about why the Artemis II moon mission has everyone emotional, from the history-making crew to the sweet story behind Carroll’s crater. Then, they shift into Bravo, sharing their early thoughts on Real Housewives of Rhode Island and why it already feels like a hit, before getting into Kanye West being banned from the UK after brands and officials pushed back on his Wireless Festival appearance. Finally, they shift into a bigger conversation about Sabrina Carpenter, female ambition, and why saying what you want out loud might actually be the first step to making it happen. Everyone light your manifestation candles! Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 3 · 52 min
Breaking Down The Amanda, West, & Ciara Summer House Scandal!
On this week's @Betches, Sami and Aleen drop everything to break down the Amanda, West, and Ciara Summer House mess. They get into the joint statement, the friendship fallout, why Ciara deserves better, and whether Amanda or West deserves more blame, before closing things out with a quick detour into the Kristi Noem chaos. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
March 27 · 59 min
Is Chappell Roan Becoming Pop’s Biggest Loose Cannon?
Jordana’s BACK!...for today. On this week’s @betches, Sami and Jordana break down Chappell Roan, which includes the Brazil incident involving Jude Law’s daughter, plus Justin Timberlake’s newly surfaced DWI footage and Meghan Markle’s struggling As Ever brand rollout. They get into whether Chappell Roan is being unfairly targeted or if there’s a real pattern forming (does she actually want to be famous?), why the Justin Timberlake arrest video is oddly making him seem more likable, and what Meghan Markle’s jam empire says about the state of her and Prince Harry. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
March 20 · 1 hr 7 min
Influencers Should Stop Doing Red Carpets After The Jake Shane Fiasco
On this Friday’s episode of @Betches, Sami and Aleen break down the Jake Shane red carpet fiasco and the bigger question of why influencers are even on these carpets in the first place. Then, they get into Timothée Chalamet, Hollywood’s current obsession with looksmaxxing, and whether Kylie Jenner may have gotten the ick watching Timothée’s Oscar campaign unfold in real time. After that, they discuss The Madison on Paramount+ and whether either of them could actually unplug in the Montana wilderness like Michelle Pfeiffer. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
March 13 · 46 min
Timothée Chalamet’s Ballet Comments May Have Cost Him The Oscar
On this week’s @Betches, Sami and Aleen celebrate International Women’s Day by building their personal Mount Rushmores of iconic women, from Meryl Streep and Michelle Obama to Oprah, Tina Fey, and Joan Rivers. Then they get into the internet’s newest obsession: the completely unserious Donna Kelce home renovation memes, before diving deep into this year’s Oscars race, why they’re rooting hard for Sinners, and whether Timothée Chalamet may have tanked his own campaign with his ballet and opera comments. Plus, they talk Ben Affleck’s surprisingly genius AI move, review Charli xcx’s The Moment, and give Ariana Madix her flowers for the perfect response to a gross body-shaming comment. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
March 6 · 54 min
Are Housewives Ruining The Traitors?
On this week’s @Betches, Sami and Aleen live react to the McDonald’s CEO burger video that has the internet fully roasting him. From there, they get into their latest obsession with Love Story on FX and why the JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette mythology is still so addictive. Then it’s the SAG Awards rebrand confusion (aka why are we calling them the “Actor Awards” like when did we all agree to that?), plus the standout moments they actually enjoyed. Finally, they talk Jim Carrey clone conspiracy discourse, why everyone is losing their grip on reality online, and wrap with a Bravo corner featuring RHONY casting chatter, Traitors finale aftermath, and Summer House updates including Amanda’s new era. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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