Best Film Gist Podcasts (2025)

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Chris + Neon Trees (Tyler Glenn) 59:31

3M ago59:31

59:31

In this episode of The Gist, Chris is joined by Neon Trees frontman Tyler Glenn for an honest and high-energy conversation about the band’s latest album tour and album Sink Your Teeth. Tyler dives into the creative process behind the new music and how his identity continues to shape his anthemic lyrics. Together, the two explore the resurgence of p…

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Chris + Leva Bonaparte 33:23

4M ago33:23

33:23

Leva Bonaparte, star of Bravo’s Southern Charm and Southern Hospitality, dives into the drama, dynamics, and business of Charleston’s hottest restaurants and nightlife. She opens up about balancing reality TV with her thriving hospitality empire, the evolution of friendships on-screen, and the importance of authenticity in both business and enterta…

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Chris + Lindsay Ell 1:03:59

4M ago1:03:59

1:03:59

Chris sits down with the incredibly talented Lindsay Ell—singer, songwriter, and host of Canada’s Got Talent—for an insightful and inspiring conversation! The longtime friends dive into Lindsay’s journey from country star to pop artist, her experience performing with Shania Twain, and how social media has transformed the music industry. Lindsay ope…

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Chris + Wells Adams 33:32

5M ago33:32

33:32

Bachelor Nation and The Traitors fans, this one’s for you! This week on The Gist, Chris is joined by none other than Wells Adams, the fan-favorite Bachelor in Paradise bartender and reality TV icon. The pair take a fun trip down memory lane, reminiscing about their earlier days coming up together in Nashville, before diving into Wells’ insider stor…

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The Traitors Season 3 Premiere Recap 29:34

5M ago29:34

29:34

Chris Vetrano dives deep into the first three episodes of the highly-anticipated third season of The Traitors! Get ready for an exciting breakdown of the intense gameplay, shocking twists, and drama-packed moments that define this hit reality competition. Chris reacts to this season's cast of reality TV stars, analyzing their strategies, alliances,…

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Top 10 Pop Culture Moments of 2024 49:48

6M ago49:48

49:48

In this special year-end episode of The Gist, Chris Vetrano counts down the Top 10 Pop Culture Moments of 2024. From the viral sensations that broke the internet to shocking scandals—this list has them all. So pop the bubbly and let’s dive into the moments that defined entertainment and made headlines in 2024! For more pop culture headlines and int…

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Redux: Top 10 Pop Christmas Songs 18:12

6M ago18:12

18:12

Merry Christmas... and Happy Holidays! Get into the holiday spirit with Chris as he counts down the best Christmas songs from your favorite pop stars. From the festive bops that keep you lit up like a Christmas tree to the merry classics you can't skip, this episode of The Gist will keep you dancing all season long. Tune in now and share your favor…

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Chris + Lauren Mayhew 55:02

7M ago55:02

55:02

Take a trip down pop music memory lane as Chris welcomes Lauren Mayhew, former member of the girl group PYT, to The Gist! Lauren, a multi-talented singer, actress, and DJ, opens up about touring with Britney Spears, 'NSYNC, and Destiny’s Child, her roles on hit TV shows like Dexter and CSI, and her journey in the entertainment industry. Don’t miss …

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VOTE 2024! 4:17

8M ago4:17

4:17

We interrupt our pop culture content to drop a quick, special announcement to our listeners and urge them to vote in this very important election. Voting in America is right and a privilege. Let your voice be heard today! We will be back to our regular routine with more pop culture memories and interviews in our next episode. Until then... see you …

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Redux: Top 10 Scream Queens 24:24

8M ago24:24

24:24

It’s the spookiest time of the year, and Chris is bringing back one of the most popular episodes of The Gist! In this special redux, we’re counting down the Top 10 Scream Queens of all time. From classic horror icons to modern-day scream queens, Chris revisits the most iconic women who’ve defined the genre. Whether you're a fan of old-school slashe…

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Chris + Brooke Eden 40:04

9M ago40:04

40:04

On this episode of The Gist, Chris Vetrano chats with country artist Brooke Eden about her journey in the industry and her life with her wife, Hilary. Brooke opens up about how they met, the challenges of being openly gay in country music, and her plans to start a family through IVF. She also shares what it was like to hide her sexuality early on a…

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Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Recap (w/ Arielle Zimmel + Emily Vecchio) 1:09:05

9M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

Chris is joined by his friends Emily Vecchio and Arielle Zimmel to recap the thrilling first season of Hulu's Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. From the scandals that rocked TikTok to the Fruity Pebbles secret that divided the group, they cover what can only be described as one of the most exciting new shows in reality TV "herstory." Join them as they …

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Chris + Alexandra Kay 58:21

9M ago58:21

58:21

Host Chris Vetrano sits down with rising country artist Alexandra Kay to discuss her incredible accomplishments as an independent artist. Alexandra opens up about the personal challenges she faced during her divorce, which inspired the raw honesty of her debut album "All I've Ever Known." She also shares how she's navigated the music industry, turn…

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Chris + Ben Mandelker (Watch What Crappens) 1:03:38

10M ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Chris sits down with Ben Mandelker, one half of the popular podcast "Watch What Crappens," to dive deep into all things Bravo. From the ever-evolving Real Housewives franchise to the addictive shows from the vault that are in desperate need of a reboot. Brace yourself for some hilarious rants as Ben shares his expert insights on the good, the bad, …

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Chris + Maggie Rose 49:51

10M ago49:51

49:51

Chris welcomes Maggie Rose to the series to chat about her critically acclaimed new album "No One Gets Out Alive," her journey through Nashville's music scene, and her full circle moment with Kelly Clarkson. Plus, she shares some of her pop culture guilty pleasures and together the Real Housewives fans workshop her Housewives tagline. Visit the lin…

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Chris + Dagny 45:23

12M ago45:23

45:23

Chris is back from his summer vacation and kicking off the last half of the year with his guest, pop music mastermind, Dagny. On the heels of the release of her new mini album "Elle," Dagny shares where her passion for writing pop music came from and who she'd love to collaborate with. Plus, she shares the details of learning Katy Perry heavily sam…

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Back "Justin" Time 14:19

12M ago14:19

14:19

After a short summer hiatus, Chris is back with some big news about the future of the podcast. Sharing the brand new ways to stay in touch on social (see links below) and what's in store for the podcast schedule. Then, he breaks down the Justin Timberlake arrest that had everyone singing "What Goes Around Comes Around." Chris shares the details of …

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Pop Culture Pyramid (w/ Jim Verraros) 1:00:57

1y ago1:00:57

1:00:57

It's another edition of the Pop Culture Round Up, covering the best pop culture moments of the last month. This week, Chris welcomes Jim Verraros back to the podcast to chat about Met Gala red carpet looks, Hacks season three, and the hottest songs of the summer (Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter). Plus, Jim talks about his sexy new single "Pyramid"…

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Thoughts from The Tortured Poets Department 17:10

1y ago17:10

17:10

Chris breaks down Taylor Swift's new album 'The Tortured Poets Department' with his track-by-track takes and thoughts about her full Anthology. From the Post Malone featured opener to the heartbreaking bop that had him think about Swift's former friend Katy Perry. Plus, he shares his opinions on where this album ranks among the Taylor Swift collect…

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The Traitors Season 3 Casting 22:41

1y ago22:41

22:41

Chris is talking all about The Traitors this week! The internet broke when rumors that the season three cast had been revealed at NBC Universal's Upfront presentation early this week. Were Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie returning to reality TV on the popular game show? Was Howie Mandel really ready to put his fear of germs aside for $250k? The answ…

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RHONJ Returns with a Birthday Bombshell 33:52

1y ago33:52

33:52

Chris is breaking down the birthday bombshell that kicked off the the Real Housewives of New Jersey's 14th season this week. The first 80 seconds of the season teases big things in store for the months ahead and the tides are turning for some of the friends in the group, but what does this mean for the show's future? Then, after recapping the highs…

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Chris + Danny Roberts (Real World: New Orleans) 51:08

1y ago51:08

51:08

This week Chris welcomes Danny Roberts, star of MTV's iconic Real World: New Orleans series. In this revealing interview, Danny spills secrets on what it was like joining the show back in 2000 and becoming an overnight gay icon. Growing up a closeted country boy, Danny never imagined he'd end up becoming a celebrity, walking red carpets, and signin…

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Pop Culture Round Up: Team Teresa vs. Team Melissa (w/ Emily Vecchio) 1:06:01

1y ago1:06:01

1:06:01

Friend of the pod Emily Vecchio joins Chris for this month's pop culture round up, which includes a discussion about the Spice Girls reunion, a review of Taylor Swift's surprise double album drop (hello, The Tortured Poets Department era!), and the loaded baked potato that ended Tori Spelling's wedding. It's a wild week on The Gist as the duo break…

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“Make It Nice(r)!”: 10 Things Bravo Should Change 41:02

1y ago41:02

41:02

Chris is handing out a performance review to Bravo TV this week, as he shares ten things the network needs to consider changing to improve the quality of the content and diversify viewership. From which Housewives need to go to what types of programming Bravo execs should consider when building their upcoming lineup. Chris has some hot, but potenti…

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VanderpumPalooza (VPR vs. The Valley vs. Vanderpump Villa) 29:27

1y ago29:27

29:27

It's a VanderpumPalooza this week on The Gist, as Chris breaks down all three of the Lisa Vanderpump produced series that are airing simultaneously and ranks one of them supreme. Chris shares his thoughts on the current season of Vanderpump Rules and the dynamics of how the show has changed in a post-Scandoval era. Then, he breaks down The Valley, …

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Chris + Joel Kim Booster (Loot) 1:02:32

1y ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Get ready to indulge in the juiciest gossip and hottest takes as special guest Joel Kim Booster joins Chris for an electrifying deep dive into the captivating world of reality TV! First, the star of the Apple TV+ series Loot shares his experience and behind the scenes tea straight from the judges panel on this season's RuPaul's Drag Race. Then the …

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Cassadee Pope on the State of Real Housewives, the Oscars & More 36:34

1y ago36:34

36:34

Get ready to dive into the juiciest pop culture scoop as Cassadee Pope joins Chris for this month's Pop Culture Round Up! Kicking things off, they dish about all the unforgettable moments from this year's Oscars – including that Ryan Gosling performance that's still buzzing in all our heads! Then, Chris and Cassadee are spilling the tea on everythi…

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Chris + Trishelle Cannatella (The Traitors) 31:53

1+ y ago31:53

31:53

Get ready to dive into reality TV gold with Chris this week as he sits down with none other than the legendary Trishelle Cannatella to spill all the tea about her unforgettable season on The Traitors! From the jaw-dropping drama to the nail-biting finale, Trishelle spills it all – the moments that had you glued to your screen and the ones that slip…

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Couple to Throuple (w/ Jonathan Intriago) 33:49

1+ y ago33:49

33:49

Get ready to triple the fun on this episode of The Gist as Chris spills all the juicy deets about Peacock's hottest new dating show, Couple to Throuple! Jonathan Intragio, one of the most buzzed-about singles from the series, joins Chris to dish out the inside scoop. From his wild island adventures to getting cozy with Ashmal and Rehman, Jonathan r…

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Chris + Meghan Linsey (The Voice) 44:45

1+ y ago44:45

44:45

Join Chris this week as he chats with singer-songwriter Meghan Linsey, known for her appearances on popular reality TV shows like CMT's 'Can You Duet' and NBC's 'The Voice.' Meghan shares her journey from winning 'Can You Duet' to her impressive run on 'The Voice,' discussing the changing landscape of the music industry for talent. Tune in to hear …

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Pop Culture Round Up: Music Moments + Bravo Blunders 36:26

1+ y ago36:26

36:26

It's time for another edition of the Pop Culture Round Up! In this month's recap, Chris covers the biggest moments in music -- from the stage at the Grammy's to the field of the Halftime show. Surprise drops from Taylor Swift and Beyonce, plus the Super Bowl note that had people confused online. Then, we dive deep into the latest drama around Bravo…

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Chris + David Archuleta 32:35

1+ y ago32:35

32:35

Chris welcomes the multiplatinum selling singer David Archuleta to the podcast this week. David shares his what it was like being named first runner-up on Season 7 of American Idol, where he won the hearts of millions. His debut single "Crush" debuted at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and he shares how the song has impacted him over the years. A…

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The Traitors (w/ Gibson Johns) 54:09

1+ y ago54:09

54:09

Chris welcomes 'Gabbing with Gib' host Gibson Johns to talk about their latest obsession, The Traitors. The pop culture lovers dissect the moments of this captivating season of the reality game show that has left us begging for more. They share their thoughts on the all-star cast, the deceitful moves the Traitors have made thus far, and predict the…

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Pop Culture Round Up: Jacob Elordi's Bathwater Edition 47:22

1+ y ago47:22

47:22

Chris is joined by his husband Joe Feys and Real Housewives enthusiast Emily Vecchio to dive into the biggest pop culture moments of January. This dynamic trio dissect the jaw-dropping scenes from the latest buzzworthy movie, Saltburn, and react to Britney Spears' unexpected apology. Tune in to catch their thoughts on the latest tracks from Justin …

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RHOSLC Reunion Recap 33:01

1+ y ago33:01

33:01

Get ready for some serious tea! Join host Chris Vetrano this week as he dives deep into the explosive Real Housewives of Salt Lake City reunion. From receipts to screenshots, he's breaking it all down RHOSLC style! Plus, he reacts to the news that Monica won't be returning for a second season and where he thinks the show should go from here. Listen…

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24 Pop Culture Predictions for 2024 22:40

1+ y ago22:40

22:40

On this week's show, Chris shares 24 predictions that will happen in pop culture this year. From whether Taylor Swift will continue to rule to the scandals that will shake us to the core. Who's reuniting, who's calling it quits, and who will make the headlines? Chris shares all his thoughts in this quick fire episode aimed to manifest and poke fun …

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Top 10 Pop Culture Moments of 2023 40:22

1+ y ago40:22

40:22

It's time to countdown the biggest moments in pop culture from 2023! Before we wish the last year well and put it in our rearview, Chris walks through the ten moments that will live on long after. From the entertainment juggernauts that saved the economy (Britney, Taylor, and Barbie, oh my!) to the jaw-dropping moments that we still hear chatter of…

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(Moni)Can You Believe that RHOSLC Finale?! 38:11

1+ y ago38:11

38:11

The instantly iconic finale of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City (RHOSLC) delivered one of the most dramatic (yep, I said it) storylines in Housewives history. An already incredible season just put itself on the map as one of the greatest moments of reality TV with the epic conclusion that no one (and maybe everyone at the same time) saw coming. Ho…

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Everything Matters - With Special Guest Chris Kenneally - Part 2 50:49

1+ y ago50:49

50:49

Part 2 - Everything Matters: every opportunity, every chance to learn, every relationship. Special Guest Chris Kenneally joins the conversation with Jim and Nathan as they reminisce about Chris's exciting filmmaker journey and how everything has mattered each and every step of the way. Jim and Chris who are both good friends with Keanu Reeves talk …

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10 Best Pop Songs (Christmas Edition) 17:54

1+ y ago17:54

17:54

Chris is delivering the gift of pop music this holiday season on 'The Gist'! He counts down the Top 10 Christmas Pop songs that are keeping the holidays festive year after year. From the classics that you know and love to the instantly iconic new songs, this list has everything to make this Christmas merry and bright. Find Chris' top songs and many…

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Everything Matters - With Special Guest Chris Kenneally - Part 1 55:34

1+ y ago55:34

55:34

Part 1 - Everything Matters: every opportunity, every chance to learn, every relationship. Special Guest Chris Kenneally joins the conversation with Jim and Nathan as they reminisce about Chris's exciting filmmaker journey and how everything has mattered each and every step of the way. Jim and Chris who are both good friends with Keanu Reeves talk …

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Remove the Labels - With Special Guest Chad Robichaux 37:02

1+ y ago37:02

37:02

Get inspired by a conversation with Chad Robichaux. Chad is a former Force Recon Marine and Department of Defense (DoD) contractor with eight deployments to Afghanistan as part of a Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) Task Force. After overcoming his personal battles with PTSD and nearly becoming a veteran suicide statistic, Chad founded the Mi…

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Pop Culture Round Up: "Name 'Em" 27:45

1+ y ago27:45

27:45

It's time for another installment of the monthly Pop Culture Round Up! In this edition, Chris covers Mark Cuban's departure from Shark Tank, Dave Portnoy's response to Vanderpump Rules' Rachel Leviss dating rumors, and the casting drama for the upcoming Scream sequel. Plus, Chris shares his surprising annual Spotify Wrapped results and recaps The R…

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Thanksgiving with "Will & Grace" 22:56

1+ y ago22:56

22:56

Chris celebrates one of his favorites days of the year by counting down his favorite Thanksgiving themed episodes of "Will & Grace." There are few TV shows that have delivered such iconic holiday episodes that both touch your heart and make you laugh uncontrollably. Will, Grace, Jack and Karen are iconic pop culture characters that will forever rep…

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Reviewing Britney Spears "The Woman In Me" 51:01

1+ y ago51:01

51:01

In this episode of The Gist, we dive into the highly anticipated memoir by the pop icon herself, Britney Spears. Chris dives deep into "The Woman in Me" from the bombshell revelations to the personal struggles that happened beyond the headlines. The highs and lows of her life, career, and the journey to reclaim her autonomy are discussed. As a pass…

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Top 10 Scream Queens 32:13

1+ y ago32:13

32:13

Don't put your tricks and treats away quite yet because it's still Halloween on The Gist! Host, Chris Vetrano is counting down his picks for the Top 10 Scream Queens of all time -- did your favorites make the cut. Grab your popcorn, turn off the lights, and prepare to meet the scream queens and final girls who haunt your nightmares in their most ha…

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Pop Culture Round Up: RHOBH Premiere, Taylor Swift & Fall Heartbreak 49:00

1+ y ago49:00

49:00

It's time for another edition of The Gist's Pop Culture Round Up, where we dive into the hottest trending topics that have been taking the internet by storm over the past month. In this episode, host Chris Vetrano delves into the latest celebrity breakups that have added to the growing list of splits in 2023. We'll also explore the latest buzz surr…

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Britney Spears Deep Dive (w/ Jordan Miller) 1:07:59

1+ y ago1:07:59

1:07:59

Dive deep into the world of the pop icon, Britney Spears, as Chris Vetrano welcomes BreatheHeavy's Jordan Miller to The Gist podcast. Get ready to reminisce and celebrate Britney's incredible journey, just in time for the release of her highly-anticipated memoir, "The Woman in Me." In this special episode, Chris and Jordan explore Britney's iconic …

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Chris + Danny Pellegrino 59:41

1+ y ago59:41

59:41

Join Chris Vetrano this week as he welcomes the dynamic Danny Pellegrino to The Gist! Get ready for a whirlwind of pop culture excitement as the host of Everything Iconic and New York Times best-selling author spills the tea on his sensational holiday book, "The Jolliest Bunch: Unhinged Holiday Stories." Chris and Danny also dive deep into the worl…

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15 Pop Songs That Defined the 90’s 43:30

1+ y ago43:30

43:30

In this episode, Chris Vetrano takes you on a musical journey back to the vibrant and unforgettable era of the 1990s. Get ready to groove and reminisce as Chris counts down the best 15 pop songs that defined the golden age for pop music. Throughout the episode, Chris dives deep into the cultural significance of each track, sharing fascinating tidbi…

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