Best Ten Percent Happier Podcasts (2025)

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Katsi Cook — "Women are the First Environment" 55:19

2d ago55:19

55:19

Katsi Cook is a beacon in an array of quiet powerful worlds — a magnetic, joyous, loving presence. The public conversation we offer up here was part of a gathering where a fantastic group of young people had come to be nourished, to explore the depths of what community can mean, to become more grounded and whole. They've taken to sitting at the fee…

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Encore: The Rise and Fall of Girls Gone Wild | Part 5 34:06

1d ago34:06

34:06

In this episode, the Girls Gone Wild empire begins to falter. To read more of Vanessa's writing on sex in college, read her book Blurred Lines: Sex, Power, and Consent on Campus. A Campside Media & Sony Music Entertainment production. To connect with Infamous's creative team and gain access to behind the scenes content, join our community at joinca…

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Encore: The Rise and Fall of Girls Gone Wild | Part 4 30:59

10d ago30:59

30:59

After months of hearing from Riley Perez, Joe Francis finally gets a tip from an unlikely source that could lead him to the perpetrator. But as the justice system starts to close in, Joe faces some legal troubles of his own. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you …

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Encore: The Rise and Fall of Girls Gone Wild | Part 3 22:52

9d ago22:52

22:52

Since his Girls Gone Wild franchise has taken off, Joe Francis has been swimming in cash and partying with the biggest celebs of the early aughts. But one night, Riley Perez breaks into Joe’s Bel-Air home, and uses some unconventional tactics. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get a…

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Justin Vernon — Being Bon Iver 54:41

10d ago54:41

54:41

A sweet and searching conversation between Krista and the man behind Bon Iver at this year's On Air Fest, full of wisdom and revelation. He is a person who experiences deeply, who metabolizes creatively, and who just keeps growing. He opens up with Krista about the strangeness of being loved for how he put his broken heart to music. They venture in…

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A New Season of On Being 2:24

16d ago2:24

2:24

On Being is back on April 16, with a special season tethered in the persistent beauty and courage of what it can mean to be human — six conversations Krista has had out in the world in recent months, followed by an experimental, seven-week reflection/action experience— Hope, Imagination, and Remaking the World — to undertake with others in your lif…

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Encore: The Rise and Fall of Girls Gone Wild | Part 2 I Scroll Back for Part 1 29:58

17d ago29:58

29:58

Joe Francis says his Girls Gone Wild videos are documentaries and therefore protected by the First Amendment. Panama City Beach Mayor Lee Sullivan says otherwise. A battle commences between two big personalities, and neither is backing down. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get acc…

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Encore: The Rise and Fall of Girls Gone Wild | Part 1 32:04

17d ago32:04

32:04

Girls Gone Wild VHS tapes were a staple of early-2000s late-night TV. But who was being featured on the risqué videos? And who was the man behind the camera? Vanessa flies to Panama City Beach, Florida, to find out. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your …

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What If Joey Buttafuoco Was Your Dad? Listen to Gratitudeology with Jamie Hess 1:00:46

24d ago1:00:46

1:00:46

This week, we’re sharing an episode from The Gratitudeology Podcast with Jamie Hess—the powerful story of Jessie Buttafuoco. Jamie Hess, a wonderful interviewer, listens as Jessie’s life turned into a media circus when her father’s mistress attempted to murder her mother. Years later, she is finally ready to tell her own story. Click ‘Subscribe’ at…

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A Bitcoin Mystery and the Crypto Bros 32:08

1M ago32:08

32:08

Who created bitcoin? No one knows for sure. Journalist Ben Wallace joins Vanessa to discuss The Mysterious Mr. Nakamoto, his deep dive into the search for bitcoin’s elusive founder. From conspiracy theories and mistaken identities to lost fortunes and billion-dollar mysteries, we break down the wild world of meme coins, crypto scams, and the gambli…

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Who Sold Pam, Paris and Kim's Sex Tapes? 41:51

1M ago41:51

41:51

In this episode, Amanda Chicago Lewis discusses her investigative reporting career, including her work uncovering the theft of Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee's sex tape, which later became the basis for a Hulu series. She emphasizes how the public's portrayal of Pamela Anderson as a "villain" for the tape was incorrect. The discussion with Vanessa a…

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Murder at Lululemon | Part 4 33:43

1M ago33:43

33:43

Lululemon is more than just leggings—it’s an ethos. In the final episode of Murder at Lululemon, Vanessa and Natalie examine the company’s goal-setting philosophy, and its ties to a seminar training company. Former employees share their experiences working inside Lululemon’s high-performance environment, revealing a world where retail meets persona…

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Murder at Lululemon | Part 3 31:13

2M ago31:13

31:13

The police have a suspect. But now, they need a confession. In this episode, Vanessa and Natalie take you inside a tense police interrogation—where detectives push, and Brittany pushes back. Meanwhile, prosecutors start digging into her past, uncovering a troubling pattern of deception. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Appl…

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Murder at Lululemon I Part 2 25:54

2M ago25:54

25:54

With media pressure mounting, detectives in Bethesda, Maryland, race to find the men responsible for the attack inside Lululemon. But as they chase down surveillance footage, sift through evidence, and follow tips, an unsettling pattern starts to emerge—one that doesn’t quite fit the story they’ve been told. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infa…

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Murder at Lululemon | Part 1 30:37

2M ago30:37

30:37

Lululemon built its brand on goal-setting, positivity, and high-performance culture. But in 2011, inside a store in Bethesda, Maryland, those neatly folded leggings became the backdrop for something far darker—a brutal, high-profile murder. In the first episode of this four-part series, Vanessa and Natalie take you inside the crime scene and share …

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Dubai's Missing Princesses I Part 5, New Update 30:56

2M ago30:56

30:56

This new episode revisits the ongoing story of the Dubai princesses, focusing on an article in The New Yorker by journalist Heidi Blake. Natalie discusses Shamsa, Sheikha Latifa’s older sister, and talks about growing up in Dubai with Shoshi Shmuluvitz. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.co…

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Encore: Dubai's Missing Princesses I Part 4 30:31

2M ago30:31

30:31

Princess Haya flees to London and ignites a bitter custody battle with Sheikh Mohammed. The court hearings put the spotlight back on Sheikha Latifa and Sheikha Shamsa’s abductions. But which of these women will end up free? Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you g…

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Encore: Dubai's Missing Princesses I Part 3 26:40

3M ago26:40

26:40

Public outrage over Sheikha Latifa’s disappearance prompts Princess Haya, Sheikh Mohammed’s wife and Jordanian royalty, to get involved. But Haya has secrets herself, and before long, her own relationship with Sheikh Mohammed takes a dark turn. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get …

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Encore: Dubai's Missing Princesses I Part 2 25:08

3M ago25:08

25:08

Sheikha Latifa, one of Sheikh Mohammed’s daughters and Shamsa’s sister, escapes on a yacht with the help of her capoeira instructor and an alleged former French spy. When their boat is suddenly ambushed by Indian Special Forces, Latifa’s bid for freedom seems dashed. But she’s recorded a video that could change everything. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the …

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Encore: Dubai's Missing Princesses I Part 1 26:32

3M ago26:32

26:32

Sheikh Mohammed is the massively wealthy, seemingly-progressive ruler of Dubai, a glittering tourist destination on the Persian Gulf. But when his daughter, Sheikha Shamsa, runs away from his British estate, it seems that all that glitters is not gold. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com…

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Infamous Recommends: The Hypnotist Conman 47:08

3M ago47:08

47:08

This week we're sharing Chameleon Season 5: Dr. Dante. When a mysterious man approaches one of the most famous actresses in the world and asks her to dance, she falls for him almost immediately. He’s a stage hypnotist, he tells her. But after they tie the knot, she learns that his illustrious career on the stage pales in comparison to his other car…

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Narcissists, Psychopaths and People You Know 37:51

3M ago37:51

37:51

What explains the darkest corners of human behavior? In this episode, Vanessa and Natalie talk with psychologist Dr. Kate Balestrieri about the “dark triad”—psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism—and how these traits shape some of the infamous figures we’ve covered, from convicted cult leaders to alleged abusers. They explore the psychology …

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Blake Lively v. Justin Baldoni 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

In the summer of 2024, It Ends with Us hit theaters, but the film's promotional campaign was a mess. Blake Lively faced backlash for seeming out of touch, while her co-star Justin Baldoni took a more serious approach, highlighting the film’s focus on domestic violence. Months later, Lively filed a lawsuit, claiming she was deeply misrepresented. So…

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Abercrombie’s Dark Side 38:52

4M ago38:52

38:52

This week on Infamous, we dive into the dark side of Abercrombie & Fitch. Once the ultimate symbol of early-aughts cool, the brand is now mired in shocking allegations against former CEO Mike Jeffries. Natalie sits down with White Hot filmmaker Alison Klayman and producer Colin Jones to unpack the rise and fall of Abercrombie, the culture it embodi…

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Are the Menendez Brothers Guilty? 33:11

4M ago33:11

33:11

Are the Menendez brothers guilty of cold-blooded murder, or were they victims pushed to a breaking point? In this episode, attorney and newsman Jesse Weber dives into the shocking 1989 case with Lily and Vanessa, exploring the evidence, trial, and emotional testimonies that gripped the nation. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page …

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Infamous's 100th Episode! 23:33

4M ago23:33

23:33

This week, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey so far. Natalie and Vanessa talk about why they wanted to make this podcast, their favorite episodes including the first one (Girls Gone Wild), all the way through the fall of Ruby Franke. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.co…

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Usher's Confessions (feat. Diddy) 33:14

4M ago33:14

33:14

In this episode, Natalie and Vanessa sit down with Jazmine Hughes, celebrated writer and cultural commentator, to dive into her deep admiration for R&B legend Usher, plus the questions around his relationship with Diddy. From "Yeah!" to Confessions and beyond, Jazmine unpacks Usher's enduring impact on music, pop culture, and Diddy's current legal …

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Remembering Nikki Giovanni - ‘We Go Forward With a Sanity and a Love’ 50:40

5M ago50:40

50:40

The delightful Nikki Giovanni died on Dec. 9. It is a joy and a solace to relisten to this beloved conversation she had with Krista in 2016 – to experience her signature mix of high seriousness, sweeping perspective, and insistent pleasure. Her words and her spirit feel, if anything, more necessary now. In the 1960s, she was a poet of the Black Art…

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Encore: Plumping Profits? A Kardashian Scandal | Part 3 39:05

5M ago39:05

39:05

Vanessa Grigoriadis and Natalie Robehmed discuss their experiences interviewing Kim Kardashian and tackle the big questions: Why were PETA activists at Kim’s book signing? What was Kanye’s role in her Forbes cover photo outfit? And how has this media-savvy family managed to keep us all under their spell for so long? Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of …

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Encore: Plumping Profits? A Kardashian Scandal | Part 2 33:29

5M ago33:29

33:29

When Kylie Jenner lands on the cover of Forbes magazine, it sparks a debate over the definition of self-made. And when Kylie Cosmetics gets acquired, it seems like reality TV’s first family may have not been upfront. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your…

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Encore: Plumping Profits? A Kardashian Scandal | Part 1 29:04

5M ago29:04

29:04

When Kylie Jenner launches her lip kits of matching lipsticks and lip liners, it appears the youngest Kardashian-Jenner is suddenly at the helm of a sky-rocketing makeup company — one that catches the interest of Forbes magazine. But the truth may be more complicated. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit…

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Martha Stewart Called Her Dead 39:25

5M ago39:25

39:25

In this episode, we talk to OG newspaper columnist Andrea Peyser about Martha Stewart’s candid remarks about her, as revealed in a recent documentary. We explore Peyser's perspective on Stewart's sharp criticism and how Peyser felt during Stewart's legal troubles. Tune in as we analyze the complex dynamic between media figures and the power of thei…

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Joan Baez — "This Gift of a Voice" 57:54

5M ago57:54

57:54

She is known as the voice of a generation. The Queen of Folk. A legend. An icon, the one who sang “We Shall Overcome” alongside Martin Luther King Jr. at the 1963 March on Washington. As much as anyone, Joan Baez embodied the spirit of that decade of soaring dreams and songs and dramas set in motion that echo through this world of ours. Meanwhile, …

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From Panic to Peace: Ten Percent Happier’s Dan Harris 40:43

5M ago40:43

40:43

Ten Percent Happier’s Dan Harris is a former ABC News journalist who became a leading advocate for meditation and mindfulness after experiencing a live on-air panic attack in 2004. On his Substack, which you can read/listen to here, he explains how he went on a healthier path to well-being. His journey led him to meditation, which he credits with h…

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Grey’s Anatomy of Lies 39:40

5M ago39:40

39:40

Natalie and Vanessa talk to Evgenia Peretz about Peacock's Anatomy of Lies, which is well worth watching now. Directed and produced by Evgenia and David Schisgall, Anatomy of Lies provides a thorough exploration of a Grey’s Anatomy writer’s ascent in Hollywood, the complex network of falsehoods she created, and the aftermath as her deceit was uncov…

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The Business of Body Brokering 39:30

6M ago39:30

39:30

In this chilling episode of Infamous, Vanessa speaks with Ashley Fantz—the journalist behind the podcast Body Brokers—and dives into the hidden world of body brokering, a disturbing industry where human remains are bought and sold for profit. Through her investigation into the shocking story of a mother-daughter-run funeral home in Colorado, Ashley…

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Secrets of a Millionaire Matchmaker 36:46

6M ago36:46

36:46

In a world where dating apps rule—but leave many feeling disillusioned and drained—it’s easy to wonder if there’s a better way to find love. Amy Van Doren, a New York City matchmaker who founded the Modern Love Club, talks about her nearly two decades of experience catering to high-profile clients and how to find real romance. Click ‘Subscribe’ at …

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Johnny Depp's Bromance 40:09

6M ago40:09

40:09

In this episode, Natalie dives into the unbelievable yet true story of how Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman formed an unlikely bond with Hollywood icon Johnny Depp. Bradley Hope, who founded Project Brazen, talks about how Depp found himself welcomed into the prince's inner circle in a tale that blurs the lines between celebrity, power, and intrigu…

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The Secret Therapy Group In Boston Public Schools I Part 3 28:00

6M ago28:00

28:00

Natalie and Vanessa discuss the way therapy rose in our culture over the past 20 years, and catch up with two women who grew up in co-counseling. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your podcasts. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at so…

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The Secret Therapy Group In Boston Public Schools I Part 2 36:41

7M ago36:41

36:41

We examine trouble in the Boston school system, particularly the Boston Student Advisory Council, when a youth worker was found practicing co-counseling with minors without parental consent. We hear the story of student Keondre McClay, who felt pressured to attend an overnight retreat where he was asked by white adults to physically express his emo…

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The Secret Therapy Group In Boston Public Schools I Part I 37:53

7M ago37:53

37:53

In this episode, we explore Re-evaluation Counseling (RC), a group that promotes emotional release as a way to heal psychological wounds. Originating in the 1950s, RC encourages individuals to process their emotions through crying, shaking, or laughing, while also framing itself as a movement for social change. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the I…

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How Ethical is "Love is Blind?" 35:37

7M ago35:37

35:37

Natalie's talking today to Pulitzer Prize-winner Emily Nussbaum, author of bestselling book Cue the Sun, about reality TV. From Love Island to Scandoval to Love is Blind, reality TV is more than a guilty pleasure - it's a powerful mirror of society itself. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge…

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Elon Musk's Existential Crisis 43:00

7M ago43:00

43:00

How did the leader of Tesla and SpaceX turn into a late-night Twitter addict? A onetime tech optimist, Elon, father of 12 children and all around angsty guy, has a darker cast of mind today. Natalie talks to Ryan Mac, who co-authored Character Limit, a book about Elon and Twitter. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podc…

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Matthew Perry, A Lost Friend 38:01

8M ago38:01

38:01

Matthew Perry was a beloved star making a million dollars an episode on Friends. But he could never shake his addiction to drugs, and died at 54 years old after taking ketamine in his backyard hot tub. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your podcasts. Find…

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Scandal at Lululemon 37:16

8M ago37:16

37:16

Lululemon’s expensive leggings propelled the company to a $29 billion market cap and made its founder, Chip Wilson, a billionaire. But Lululemon also has had its fair share of scandals, including some comments from Chip about who should – or should not – wear its clothes. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or v…

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