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Dating in your 30s, House of Stassi, Tom Holland, Spider-Man and Zendaya, and the politics of sex: this week on Saron Things, the pop culture podcast with no pandering.First, I’m catching you up on my dating life and telling the deeply embarrassing story of how 18-year-old Saron got caught cheating in the most absurdly cinematic way possible. Now that I’m in my 30s, dating multiple people feels VERY different—and I have thoughts.Then we’re talking House of Stassi and that finale. The Stassi and Beau drama, the messy friendships, the fourth-wall breaking, and why this show is giving us some of the best reality TV in years.Then: Tom Holland and Spider-Man. Why does anyone want him to move on when audiences are clearly still showing up? We’re getting into Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey, Zendaya, Hollywood casting, and the summer box office.Finally, One Night Only, starring Monica Barbaro and Callum Turner. The movie imagines a world where the government controls when people can have sex -- and somehow its stars seem determined not to talk about what that actually means. We’re getting into sex, dating, bodily autonomy, government control, and the politics hiding underneath a rom-com.Follow Saron Things for pop culture, celebrity drama, reality TV, dating, and commentary on the things you can’t stop talking about.

This week on Saron Things:A man tried to quiz me on Congress on a first date and—predictably—it went downhill from there.Then we get into the chaos: the Summer House reunion leaks, Amanda and West’s increasingly indefensible behavior, and why Ciara deserved better from everyone involved.Also: Klay Thompson cheating on Megan Thee Stallion—and why this one feels darker than your standard athlete scandal.Plus the McBee Dynasty text meltdown, The Valley being borderline unwatchable, and a quick reality check on men who think control = masculinity.

This week on Saron Things, we need to talk about Summer House—because the Amanda, West, and Ciara situation is not adding up.The timeline doesn’t make sense, the explanations don’t hold, and at this point, it’s not even about “overlap.” It’s about proximity, betrayal, and behavior that feels… off. I break down what we actually know, what’s being implied, and why I don’t believe the current narrative.Then, on a more personal note—I went on a date. He was kind, normal, objectively great… and I still didn’t want a second one. So what do you do when nothing is wrong, but something still isn’t right? We get into the psychology of that, the subtle feeling of obligation in dating, and why “nice” isn’t always enough.Also covering:* Alex Cooper vs Alix Earle (what’s really behind it)* Hulu’s new reality slate* Stassi Schroeder’s return* Blake Lively updates

I accidentally saw my ex with his new girlfriend… and it hit harder than I expected—two years later.In this episode, I talk about what that moment actually brought up: inadequacy, ego, emotional residue, and the reality of heartbreak that doesn’t fully resolve on your timeline.Then we get into the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni case—because a judge just dismissed 10 out of 13 claims, including sexual harassment.Here’s what’s actually true (and what people are getting wrong):Why this wasn’t just a “technicality”What the judge did say about the claimsWhy public opinion has shifted so aggressivelyAnd why some people still refuse to concede a single pointAlso:Summer House chaos (West, Amanda, Ciara)The Valley (and why Lala isn’t working)Lamar Odom documentary reaction

The Summer House scandal that broke the internet—Amanda Batula, West Wilson, and Ciara Miller—and why this fallout is about to get a lot worse.In this episode of Saron Things, Saron breaks down the viral Bravo drama surrounding Amanda and West’s betrayal of Ciara, the timeline inconsistencies (Super Bowl rumors, BravoCon separation, and overlapping relationships), and the mounting backlash that’s already costing Amanda brand deals and public support. From the joint PR statement disaster to cast reactions, unfollows, and reunion predictions, nothing is off limits.Saron also gets into:Why West’s “nice guy” image is collapsing in real timeThe power imbalance and racial dynamics shaping the public reactionHow reality TV backlash actually works (and who will survive it)Why Amanda will take the biggest hit—and what happens nextThe psychology behind betrayal, ego, and situationships on reality TVPlus: Kyle Cooke’s response, Paige DeSorbo’s likely stance, Ciara’s rising public support, and what to expect heading into the Summer House reunion.If you’re following Bravo, reality TV scandals, or the cultural conversation around relationships, race, and accountability—this episode breaks it all down with zero pandering.

She’s back—and not playing nice.After a brief hiatus (and some behind-the-scenes chaos), Saron returns with a new setup, a clearer head, and a lot to say. This episode opens with some real-life main character updates—grief, growth, an ex moving on, and what it actually feels like to claw your way out of a “sad darkness cocoon.”Then we get into Things That Pop:Taylor Frankie Paul’s resurfaced abuse video and the double standards around consequences, Utah Mormon chaos (again), Chappell Roan’s ongoing public meltdowns, and the internet’s favorite pastime—digging up old tweets and deciding who deserves to survive them.Also: Britney, Shia, Bravo men behaving badly, and why being alone is often the better option.A podcast for the girls who like their reality TV trashy, their takes hot, and their brains activated.

~ the last half an hour of footage was corrupted, so I'm re-recording and part 2 will be out tomorrow ~Saron is back and ready to get some things off her chest, plus her takes ob your favorite recent pop culture moments.

On this episode of Saron Things, your favorite bi-weekly pop culture podcast we discuss: - Vanity Fair Red Carpet with Hannah and Paige!- Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner - Venita Correcting Southern Charm’s Homewrecker Depiction- Dakota Johnson, Final Boss of Nepo Babies? - With Love, Meghan Premiere Anxiety- Michelle Trachtenberg Tributes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the first episode of Saron Things, your favorite popculture podcast we're discussing: -- Justin Baldoni & Blake Lively Updates-- Southern Charm -- SummerHouse-- Tom Sandoval's Misadventures as His Own Lawyer -- Meghan Markle's Business Launch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.