Amanda Montell is the author of Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language, and her latest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality. In this episode, Amanda breaks down cognitive biases that impact us all in the modern information age, from the halo effect driving our obsession with celebrities (hi, Taylor Swift), to the sunk cost fallacy that may make us stay in a relationship that we know is not good for us ("a toxic relationship is a cult of one"). Amanda shares what she learned about these psychology principles to offer groundbreaking advice that will improve your mental health, relationships, joy, and self-esteem.

Erin Lichy immediately won us over as one of the six incredibly dynamic and powerful women in the new installment of The Real Housewives of New York, which launched her into Bravolebrity stardom overnight. In this episode, Josie grills Erin for all the BTS tea: how she got cast, what dynamics are like when cameras aren't around, and what she really thinks about her conflicts with the women this season. She also shares the relationship and sex tips she attributes to a 10+ year passionate, happy relationship with her husband Abe (the Babe), how they met, and what Abe struggled with most with his wife becoming a Real Housewife. Erin has also had an impressive career, getting into real estate at 19 years old, so shares her #1 secret to success, and career advice she learned from her Real Housewives castmates. Plus, to wrap up the year, Josie and Emma give superlatives for all the trends, celebrities, and pop culture moments from 2023.

In our first happy hour focused on pop culture, Josie is joined by Maddie, the fashion editor of The Everygirl, and Allyson, The Everygirl's editor-in-chief, to dissect the craziness that was season 10 of Vanderpump Rules. They dive into the "shocking" ending, recap the most cringe-worthy moments of the reunion, and speculate what could be next for their favorite Bravo show. Listen in on their reactions, thoughts, and takeaways–you'll feel like you're listening in on an after-work happy hour.

Aurora and Sophia Culpo, along with their third sister, Olivia Culpo, star in the latest buzzy reality show, The Culpo Sisters. Aurora and Sophia both have a background in wellness or psychology, but have also become major influencers, brands, and personalities. Josie sits down with Sophia and Aurora to discuss their childhood, what factors made them so successful, and the hardest moments they've had to watch each other go through). They also get honest about insecurities, internet trolls, and how they work to build confidence. But that's not all–you know Josie grilled them on all things health and wellness (spoiler: Sophia and Aurora have AMAZING tips from an extensive supplement routine to taking a shot of olive oil in the morning). Aurora shares how having two kids has changed the way she sees her body, and Sophia opens up about healing from a severe IBS diagnosis. The episode wraps with a "Newlywed" game (sister version) where Sophia and Aurora answer questions about each other. This is an incredibly honest conversation that's still lighthearted and fun–AKA exactly what you love about the Culpo sisters.

Whether you've been an Outer Banks stan since John B and Sarah Cameron shared their first kiss in season one, or you're a pop culture junkie and can't get enough BTS, we are bringing you a special bonus episode that you are going to geek out about. Josie is joined by Madison Bailey and Carlacia Grant, who play Kiarra and Cleo in Netflix's hit series Outer Banks. The women spill about how they got into acting, the audition process for the show, developing off-screen friendships with the entire cast, and how their lives have changed since the show became an international success. They also give hilarious stories from filming, their favorite self-care practices to keep up with on set, and whose IRL personality is most similar to their characters'. If you don't already feel like you're besties with the Outer Banks cast, you're about to.