Is The 'It Ends With Us' Drama Just A Bunch Of Smoke?

Unfortunately, all great things must come to an end. In this episode, Kiki is joined by Pop Crime producer, Shannon Sassone, to say goodbye, and thank you, for a wonderful year of Pop Crime. With heavy hearts, Kiki and Shannon share their favorite interviews and moments, wrapping up with a quick round of true crime trivia which definitely proves Kiki is the best in the biz. Follow all things Kiki at @thetalkofshame on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/c/TheTalkofShame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TMZ's founder Harvey Levin is back to take us deep inside the secret celebrity drug ring of Hollywood. In this episode, Kiki and Harvey discuss the tragic death of Matthew Perry and the implications of celebrity culture on addiction and accountability. They explore the role of TMZ in reporting celebrity deaths, the dark side of rehab facilities, and the alarming practices of body brokers who exploit vulnerable individuals. The conversation also touches on the legal ramifications for those involved in Perry's death and the broader issues of accountability within the medical community. Ultimately, they reflect on the legacy of Matthew Perry and the ongoing challenges faced by celebrities in their struggles with addiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life is short, have an affair. That is the slogan for Ashley Madison, a website for people looking to have a clandestine affair. In 2015, the company was rattled by a hack heard around the world. Lives were upended, private information was released, and relationships were ended. In this episode, Kiki is joined by Chief Strategy Officer to Ashley Madison, Paul Keable, to discuss the history and evolution of the controversial dating app. He addresses the 2015 data breach and the steps the company took to rebuild trust, as well as why the company is still surging in popularity.. Keable emphasizes the importance of discretion and privacy in the world of infidelity and highlights the growing interest in non-monogamy. He also dispels misconceptions about the brand and its users, and discusses the future of Ashley Madison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The TV industry is fascinated with true crime, but has it gone too far? In this episode, Kiki is joined by Ryan Bailey, host of the So Bad It's Good podcast, to explore the reality TV industry's reckoning with crime and the impact it has on the lives of the stars. Together they delve into the Vanity Fair article featuring Bethenny Frankel and the lack of significant changes that came from it. The discussion also touches on high-profile legal cases, such as Tom Girardi's trial and the representation of reality stars by the same lawyer. They ponder the increase in crime-related storylines in reality TV and the pressure it puts on the cast members, as well as the financial struggles and mental health challenges faced by reality stars. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the evolving perception of Erika Jayne in light of the Girardi scandal, the future of the genre, and the potential for more criminal cases in reality shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blake Lively faces backlash and controversy surrounding her new movie 'It Ends With Us' as allegations of a major divide between the director, Justin Baldoni, and the rest of the cast have been spreading across social media. In this episode, Kiki is joined by Shannon Hill, of Shannon Hill news, to ask, “is any of it even true?” Some claim Lively's responses to questions about the movie and domestic violence have been dismissive and insensitive, leading to criticism from survivors and the public. Together, they also touch on the marketing of the film, the power of TikTok, and Blake Lively's other projects. The conversation concludes with speculation about whether Lively and Reynold's can come back from this. @shannonhillnews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kiki gets emotional with Chelsea Devantez, author of her new memoir 'I Shouldn't Be Telling You This' and host of the Glamorous Trash podcast, as she tells her story of surviving domestic violence and finding out she was donor conceived. Together they discusses the process of writing her memoir, including why she was told it was too dangerous to tell her story, which lead to her redacting large portions of the book and ultimately turning the pages into a gown. Chelsea shares the emotional journey of searching for her biological father and the painful truths she discovered along the way. She also talks about the support she found in her strong female friendships as she highlights the importance of sharing personal stories and finding the courage to be vulnerable. @chelseadevantez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kiki's in court again, but this time for the Tom Girardi Trial! In this episode, Kiki is joined by Dylan Hafer, host of the Mention It All Podcast, to dive deep into the high-profile trial of Tom Girardi, the once-renowned lawyer now accused of embezzling millions from his clients. Kiki gives us first hand tea straight from the courtroom, including her thoughts on the jury selection process, the role of public defenders, and the gripping testimonies from victims which revealed the profound emotional and financial impacts of Girardi's alleged fraud. Together, they examine the defense’s claims of Girardi's mental decline, the complexities of the financial manipulations involved, and why Erika Jayne is definitely not in court. @dylanhafer @bravobybetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some of the biggest scandals in Olympics history are happening right now and Kiki is here to tell us all about them. In this episode, Kiki breaks down the internet chatter surrounding Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, the allegations of racism against British rugby player Amy Wilson Hardy, and the controversy surrounding 2024 Dutch volleyball player Stephen van de Velde. She also takes us back in time, taking a look at two controversial moments in Olympics history-the Black Power Salute of 1968 and the infamous feud between Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Madison McGhee started a podcast to solve her dad’s murder, now she asking for the public's help. In this episode, Kiki is joined by McGhee, the host of the podcast Ice Cold Case, as she shares her personal story of her father's unsolved murder and her journey to discover the truth. McGhee discusses the challenges she faced in obtaining information about her father's unsolved case and the impact of the George Floyd protests on her investigation. She reveals the mixed reactions from her family while making Season 1, addressing the ethics of true crime storytelling and the importance of making lesser-known cases more visible. @madison_mcghee @icecoldcase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark T Smith’s paintings were displayed in Taco Bell locations nationwide for nearly a decade, that is, before they began vanishing. In this episode, Kiki explores the intriguing story behind a string of unusual art heists and how these stolen pieces eventually became expensively rare collector’s items. The thieves, however, were never caught. Join us as we uncover the mystery behind this unusual art heist in this special bonus episode sponsored by Taco Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices