The Skim

Brought to you by Hayu | This week on The Skim, Jade and Bronwyn are diving into the true crime rabbit hole, from the Elizabeth Holmes documentary to The Jinx, Don’t F**k with Cats and Tiger King. They’re talking internet sleuths, armchair detectives and the fine line between fascinating storytelling and... maybe we shouldn’t be enjoying this quite so much? Plus, a little reality TV chat and a recap of the Hayu STELLAR InstaStar Awards.

Brought to you by Hayu | This week on The Skim, Jade and Bronwyn are paying tribute to the absolute legend that is Dolly Parton - because honestly, where do you even begin with Dolly? They’re also looking back at the pop culture legacy of the late Hayden Panettiere, from her early days as a child actor to saving the world in Heroes and finding her voice in Nashville. Plus, they discuss growing up in the spotlight, the changing world of teen movies and TV, and the darker side of fame.

Brought to you by Hayu | This week on The Skim, Jade and Bronwyn are diving into the wild world of fandoms - from innocent teenage fangirling to the very online, occasionally unhinged culture we have today. We’re talking Heated Rivalry, Club Chalamet, celebrity relationships, clout-chasing and the fine line between being a fan and getting a little too invested. Plus, we look back at our own fandom eras and ask: has social media made being a fangirl better, or just more chaotic?

Brought to you by Hayu | Cinema is back... maybe? This week on The Skim, Jade and Bronwyn are diving into the state of the big screen, from Christopher Nolan’s epic take on The Odyssey to the rise of original, low-budget films making a major impact. They’re discussing whether Hollywood’s obsession with sequels and superheroes has run its course, why practical effects are having a comeback, and how horror continues to push the boundaries of storytelling. Plus, a shocking revelation: are the Minions... cool again?!

Brought to you by Hayu | Taylor Swift and Travis Kelsey’s secretive, over-the-top wedding at Madison Square Garden is exactly the kind of celebrity spectacle we can’t stop talking about. In this episode, we unpack the buzz around Taylor’s big moment and compare it to other iconic, outrageous, and totally unforgettable star-studded weddings.

Brought to you by Hayu | Season 7 is here! This week on The Skim, we’re diving into the influencer-to-reality-star pipeline. With Charleen Murphy entering the Love Island villa, we’re looking at the creators who’ve successfully made the leap from social media to our TV screens. From Ireland’s own Maura Higgins to Hayu royalty like Lisa Vanderpump and the Summer House cast, we unpack why some influencers thrive when the cameras keep rolling - and why we just can’t look away.

Brought to you by Hayu | This week on The Skim, we’re putting our hoods up and diving into The Traitors Ireland - dissecting why the local version has us completely hooked, from the betrayals to the brilliant casting. Plus, we’re giving you a sneak peek at the Hayu STELLAR InstaStar Awards, celebrating the biggest names lighting up your feeds.Hayu offers a world of endless reality TV, with over 300 shows, over 10,000 episodes, to download and watch on the go – all ad-free. The majority of shows stream on the service the same day as the USA, including The Real Housewives, Below Deck, Vanderpump Rules and Million Dollar Listing TV franchises.  Try for free now at Hayu.com

Brought to you by Hayu | This week on The Skim, we’re breaking down the ultimate influencer-to-popstar glow-up with Addison Rae’s rise from TikTok sensation to music’s next big thing. From viral dances to polished pop tracks, we’re mapping her journey and what it says about internet stardom today. Plus, a little Swiftie gossip: we chat about Taylor Swift’s engagement buzz. Hayu offers a world of endless reality TV, with over 300 shows, over 10,000 episodes, to download and watch on the go – all ad-free. The majority of shows stream on the service the same day as the USA, including The Real Housewives, Below Deck, Vanderpump Rules and Million Dollar Listing TV franchises.  Try for free now at Hayu.com

Brought to you by Hayu | This week on The Skim, we’re diving into everything we know so far about Taylor Swift’s upcoming album, The Life of a Showgirl. From the surprise announcement on her beau Travis Kelce’s podcast to the tracklist reveal and the dazzling imagery she’s dropped, we’re piecing together the clues and theories about her next big era. Hayu offers a world of endless reality TV, with over 300 shows, over 10,000 episodes, to download and watch on the go – all ad-free. The majority of shows stream on the service the same day as the USA, including The Real Housewives, Below Deck, Vanderpump Rules and Million Dollar Listing TV franchises.  Try for free now at Hayu.com

Brought to you by Hayu | The Naked Gun is in cinemas - and so are Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson’s flirty glances. This week, we’re diving into Hollywood’s most unexpected romance, plus the rumoured Katy Perry/Justin Trudeau situationship.Hayu is the home of reality TV – with over 8,000 episodes of your favourite reality shows available to stream and download, including: Below Deck, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, The Real Housewives, Million Dollar Listing and Vanderpump Rules. Complete box sets mean you can binge watch series from the start whilst avoiding FOMO with many new episodes available the same day as the US. So what are you waiting for? Try for free now at Hayu.com