Best Tess Barker Podcasts (2025)

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THE Dress (with Jamie Loftus) 1:02:47

1d ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Was it white and gold or blue and black? The important thing is, when “The Dress” took over the internet for a glorious week in 2015, the internet was still fun. Joining Tess to talk through the historic and fascinating phenomenon of The Dress, and what it says about today’s internet is Jamie Loftus @jamiechristsuperstar (The Bechdel Cast, My Year …

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"Insect Paste" ft. Just the Ladies 1:08:50

2d ago1:08:50

1:08:50

It's just the ladies this week! They talk about Tess’s foster dog, new junk food and what's new in the neighborhood. They also talk about berry juices and answer a lady problem about finding the perfect leggings that don't ride up! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at: [email protected] or, better yet, leav…

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The Mysterious Death of Kim Porter 36:28

8d ago36:28

36:28

Sean Diddy Combs’ long-time partner and co-parent died at the young age of 47. At the time, her death was ruled the result of pneumonia, but insiders have expressed suspicions around why Porter really died. Given what’s been alleged about Combs in recent years, Tess unpacks the facts and rumors around Porter’s life and death. Follow Pop Mystery Pod…

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"The Slipperiest Fruit" ft. Mo Fry Pasic 1:21:32

9d ago1:21:32

1:21:32

Mo Fry Pasic (@meauxpas) joins the ladies to talk about living funerals, Mo's podcast and color association games. They also talk off brand cartoons, play This or That and answer a lady problem about being nervous to make phone calls! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at: [email protected] or, better yet, l…

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Why We’re Still Seeing So Many “Stories” About the Lively/Baldoni Case 25:27

15d ago25:27

25:27

It’s been half a year since anything meaningful happened in the Baldoni/Lively case. So why do we keep seeing headlines about it? Tess has some ideas. Follow Pop Mystery Pod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @popmysterypod Pop Mystery Pod is written and produced by Tess Barker @tesstifybarker. Produced by Tyler Hill. Theme song by Rick Wood @Rickw0…

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"Lean In" ft. Carey O'Donnell 1:38:23

16d ago1:38:23

1:38:23

Carey O'Donnell (@ecaryo) joins the ladies to talk about Fire Island, kids in places they shouldn’t be and who is the best friend in Sex and the City. They also talk reality TV, the good days of Twitter and answer a lady problem about not knowing neighbors names! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https…

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The Sean Diddy Combs Trial - Bombshells So Far 26:45

22d ago26:45

26:45

As we cross what appears to be the midpoint of Sean Diddy Combs’ federal trial, Tess rounds up highlights from witnesses like Cassie Ventura and Kid Cudi, and assesses the prosecution and defense’s strategies thus far. Follow Pop Mystery Pod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @popmysterypod Pop Mystery Pod is written and produced by Tess Barker @tes…

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"Popsicle Stick Architecture" ft. Per Sia 1:08:01

23d ago1:08:01

1:08:01

Per Sia (@per_sia) joins the ladies to talk about Drag Story Hour, dealing with backlash against the trans and drag community and the importance of education and play. They also talk about The Spice Girls, they play The Best and answer a lady problem about a husband's new career! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at…

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The Dinosaur Movie Whoopi Goldberg Made Under Duress (with Tom Lenk) 1:13:13

29d ago1:13:13

1:13:13

Making a dinosaur buddy cop movie is all fun and games, until you’re Whoopi Goldberg and you actually have to shoot this thing with sworn enemies. Joining Tess on this bonkers journey that sent Tess into the courthouse archives is the hilarious Tom Lenk @tommylenk (“Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar,” “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” “Tilda Swinton Answ…

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"Privileged Little Feet" ft. Shanna Christmas 1:15:06

1M ago1:15:06

1:15:06

Shanna Christmas (@shannachristmas) joins the ladies to talk about living in Vegas, terrible mall food that they love and toe socks. They also talk about bad margaritas and answer a lady problem about a fundraising for a sick kitten! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at: [email protected] or, better yet, le…

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Patti LuPone Loses It (with Paul Caiola) 1:06:12

1M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

There’s only one Patti LuPone. Which is why the s**t hit the gold plated fan when Andrew Llyod Webber tried to have two Norma Desmonds. Tess is joined by Paul Caiola, one of the hosts of “That Aged Well,” (@thatagedwell) as the two of them dissect the fascinating and high drama turns of Patti Lupone’s “Sunset Blvd,” firing, and the antics that foll…

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"Travel Olives" ft. Avery Moore 1:16:07

1M ago1:16:07

1:16:07

Avery Moore (@lilmisspopovich) joins the ladies to talk about bad food from restaurants, being horny on airplanes and Avery’s love of miniatures. They then play MySpace and answer a lady problem about getting revenge on a friend’s mean ex! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at: [email protected] or, better y…

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Tommy Boy is Hamlet (with Lisa Chanoux) 1:26:40

1M ago1:26:40

1:26:40

To be, or not to be? Aye, there’s the central question at the heart of the classic work “Tommy Boy” the 1995 broad comedy starring the late Chris Farley. This movie is more than a work of staggering childish genius. It is also a sophisticated adaptation of “Hamlet,” as in, the Shakespeare one. Joining Tess for a close reading of “Tommy Boy” through…

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"Crunch Wrap Supreme Court" ft. Leah Litman 1:08:38

1M ago1:08:38

1:08:38

Leah Litman (@profleahlitman) joins the ladies to talk about her new book Lawless about The Supreme Court, what the current state of the government is and what people can do to fight back. They then play Do You Believe and answer a lady problem about a co-worker calling someone by the wrong name! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the l…

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Cassidy Ventura: The One That Got Away 40:46

2M ago40:46

40:46

The landslide of allegations against Sean Diddy Combs was started by a singular person - R&B singer Cassie Ventura. Cassie’s allegations formed the framework for the federal case against Sean Combs, which is set to kick off May 5, 2025. Tess takes a deep look into Cassie’s harrowing escape and the surprising stories Cassie’s intersects with. Follow…

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"Botox Shot To Space" ft. Jackie Zebrowski 1:23:56

2M ago1:23:56

1:23:56

Jackie Zebrowski (@jackthatworm) joins the ladies to talk about gross hair after working out, how no one actually likes camping and getting Botox without being upsold. They then talk about Katy Perry going to space and answer a lady problem about how to get concert tickets! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at: lady…

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Selena, Yolanda, and the Room Where It Happened (with Vanessa Gonzalez) 1:19:54

2M ago1:19:54

1:19:54

Selena Quintanilla was 23 years old, and well on her way to becoming an international megastar when she was shot and killed by Yolanda Saldivar, the president of her fan club. Though a biopic starring Jennifer Lopez paints a fairly simple picture of this tragic death, the truth appears less black and white. Only two people really know how and Selen…

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"Loose Nuts" ft. Ilana Cohn-Sullivan 1:24:21

2M ago1:24:21

1:24:21

Ilana Cohn-Sullivan (@ilanainla) joins the ladies to talk about changing names when you get married, casino implosions and Costco shopping tips. They also talk about Ilana’s new podcast and answer a lady problem about inviting new friends to your wedding! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at: ladytoladycomedy@gmail.…

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Beef of the Week: Mammograms 12:58

2M ago12:58

12:58

As if getting your boobs smashed isn’t unsettling enough…mammograms have somehow gotten…weirder? Join us over at Patreon.com/LadytoLady to get more bonus episodes like this, ad-free episodes and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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It Takes Two (Episodes) - The Olsen Twins Return (With Guy Branum) 51:58

2M ago51:58

51:58

If there is such a thing as the typical college experience, Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, the two most famous child star twins of all time, were probably never going to have it. Nevertheless, they persisted…kind of. Joining Tess to talk through the Olsen twins transition to otherworldly fashion icons is writer, actor, and comic Guy Branum. See Guy’s …

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"Ultimate SmackDown" ft. Robin Tran 1:19:21

2M ago1:19:21

1:19:21

Robin Tran (@robintran04) joins the ladies talk about Robin’s love of wrestling, political diss records and Robin’s new podcast. They also talk about dealing with trolls and they answer a lady problem about friends getting divorced! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at: [email protected] or, better yet, lea…

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Beef of the Week: An Un-Birthday Card 12:23

2M ago12:23

12:23

Brandie’s dad sends her birthday flowers with a card that could only be from, and maybe more so to, one person. Join us over at Patreon.com/LadytoLady to get more bonus episodes like this, ad-free episodes and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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The Olsen Twins: The Origin Story (With Guy Branum) 53:03

2M ago53:03

53:03

The Olsen twins are endlessly fascinating celebrities. They were selected for stardom before they could walk. They’re both an inspirational story and I cautionary tale. They’re just so important. Joining Tess to talk through the wild mystery that is the Olsen twins existence is writer, actor, and comic Guy Branum. See Guy’s new one-person show “Fru…

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"Love in a F*cked-Up World" ft. Dean Spade 56:38

2M ago56:38

56:38

Dean Spade (@spade.dean) joins the ladies to talk about his new book Love in a F*cked-Up World, dealing with friendships as adults and maintaining healthy relationships with your partner. They then also answer a lady problem about having best friends as adults! Have a lady problem that needs answering? Send the ladies an email at: ladytoladycomedy@…

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Tess Barker Podcasts

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Pop Mystery Pod

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Lady to Lady

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Britney's Gram

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Toxic: The Britney Spears Story

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Put Your Hands Together with Cam and Rhea

Put Your Hands Together

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THE Dress (with Jamie Loftus) 1:02:47

1
"Insect Paste" ft. Just the Ladies 1:08:50

1
The Mysterious Death of Kim Porter 36:28

1
"The Slipperiest Fruit" ft. Mo Fry Pasic 1:21:32

1
Why We’re Still Seeing So Many “Stories” About the Lively/Baldoni Case 25:27

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"Lean In" ft. Carey O'Donnell 1:38:23

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The Sean Diddy Combs Trial - Bombshells So Far 26:45

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"Popsicle Stick Architecture" ft. Per Sia 1:08:01

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The Dinosaur Movie Whoopi Goldberg Made Under Duress (with Tom Lenk) 1:13:13

1
"Privileged Little Feet" ft. Shanna Christmas 1:15:06

1
Patti LuPone Loses It (with Paul Caiola) 1:06:12

1
"Travel Olives" ft. Avery Moore 1:16:07

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Tommy Boy is Hamlet (with Lisa Chanoux) 1:26:40

1
"Crunch Wrap Supreme Court" ft. Leah Litman 1:08:38

1
Cassidy Ventura: The One That Got Away 40:46

1
"Botox Shot To Space" ft. Jackie Zebrowski 1:23:56

1
Selena, Yolanda, and the Room Where It Happened (with Vanessa Gonzalez) 1:19:54

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"Loose Nuts" ft. Ilana Cohn-Sullivan 1:24:21

1
Beef of the Week: Mammograms 12:58

1
It Takes Two (Episodes) - The Olsen Twins Return (With Guy Branum) 51:58

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"Ultimate SmackDown" ft. Robin Tran 1:19:21

1
Beef of the Week: An Un-Birthday Card 12:23

1
The Olsen Twins: The Origin Story (With Guy Branum) 53:03

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"Love in a F*cked-Up World" ft. Dean Spade 56:38

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