Josephine Baker’s Memoir Fearless and Free (with Tocarra Mallard)
Chelsea and comedian Tocarra Mallard dive into Josephine Baker’s newly translated memoir, “Fearless and Free.” They explore how she danced her way to global stardom, secretly worked as a WWII spy for the French Resistance (yes, she smuggled German secrets on sheet music), and built a legacy as groundbreaking as it was complicated. Plus, a deep dive into her controversial Rainbow Tribe and the memoir’s wildest moments—including a psychic rabbit’s foot and some truly questionable recipes.
Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including abuse, suicide, and antisemitism. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
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Show Notes:
Ricki Lake Memoir Episode (with Tocarra)
Jennifer Hudson Memoir Episode
“Paris, Paris, Paris” by Josephine Baker
Josephine Baker Interview with Erik Bye for Norwegian TV
Where to find our guest: Tocarra Mallard
Instagram
TikTok
YouTube
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
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1:15:51
Shari Franke’s Memoir The House of My Mother (with Kate Casey)
Chelsea welcomes back Kate Casey to break down former child influencer Shari Franke’s memoir, “The House of My Mother.” They explore her backstory on the now-infamous 8 Passengers YouTube channel, the dark side of family vlogging, and the cult-like control of her mother, Ruby Franke, and life coach Jodi Hildebrandt. Chelsea and Kate unpack the harrowing abuse Shari survived.
Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including child abuse. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
Help Support Those Affected by LA Wildfires:
Letters from Altadena: Wildfire Relief
Follow Chelsea:
Instagram @chelseadevantez
Show Notes:
John Stamos Memoir Episode (with Kate Casey)
Jennette McCurdy Memoir Episode
Shari Franke speaks to Utah legislative committee about child influencers (VIDEO)
Chelsea on Kate Casey’s Podcast “Reality Life” talking about “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives”
Where to find our guest: Kate Casey
Instagram
“Reality Life with Kate Casey” Podcast
Tiktok
X (Twitter)
Patreon
Substack
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Visit Brooklinen.com and use code TRASH to get $20 off your order of $100 or more.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.
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1:18:07
Brooke Shields, Blake Lively, and Celebrity Meh-moirs
Chelsea and producer Kristina Lopez dive into all the glamorous and trashy headlines, from Brooke Shields’ surgery without her consent, to Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s court drama, to the news of three celebrity memoirs that no one asked for, to the many other cookie crumbs gracing our table. Buckle the hell up, Kristina and Chelsea hadn’t recorded together for a month, so this is a big ol ep!
Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including sexual harassment. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
Help Support Those Affected by LA Wildfires:
Letters from Altadena: Wildfire Relief
Follow Chelsea:
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Show Notes:
Brooke Shields Received a “Bonus” Surgery Without Consent (The Cut)
Hilaria Baldwin Memoir Announcement (Hilaria’s Instagram)
Justin Baldoni’s Lawyer Releases Video of ‘It Ends With Us’ Scene to Try to Disprove Blake Lively (Us Weekly)
The Hilaria Baldwin Story: ‘I’m Living My Life’ (NY Times)
‘We Can Bury Anyone’: Inside a Hollywood Smear Machine (NY Times)
Justin Baldoni Files $400M Lawsuit Against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Over Alleged Smear Campaign (Hollywood Reporter)
Blake Lively talking about her blackface incident
Bright Young Women (the book Chelsea recommends)
Glitter & Greed: The Lisa Frank Story (Amazon Prime)
Watch Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action (Netflix)
Jenny Jones Memoir Episode
An Update on Our Family (HBO Max)
How a Director Who Dislikes Musicals Came to Make ‘Emilia Pérez’ (NY Times)
‘Emilia Pérez’ is winning awards. Why is it causing controversy, too? (NBC News)
“Emilia Pérez” is Not Good Trans Representation (GLAAD)
Pedro Pascal desk calendar Kristina got for her mom
Helicopter water drop compilation
Where to find our guest: Kristina Lopez
Instagram
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Visit Brooklinen.com and use code TRASH to get $20 off your order of $100 or more.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.
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1:25:17
Jennifer Hudson’s Memoir I Got This (with Tocarra Mallard)
Chelsea welcomes back friend and comedian Toccara Mallard for a closer look at all things Jennifer Hudson. They laugh their asses off as they unpack the Oscar-winning star’s 2012 Weight Watchers-infused memoir, “I Got This: How I Changed My Ways and Lost What Weighed Me Down,” and the juicy moments Jennifer shared —including the infamous Oscars bolero debacle and Oprah yelling at her. Plus, they share a few updates on her romance with Common and her 25(!!!!!!) siblings.
Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including diet culture, body image, and traumatic events. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here.
Help Support Those Affected by LA Wildfires:
Letters from Altadena: Wildfire Relief
Follow Chelsea:
Instagram @chelseadevantez
Show Notes:
Ricki Lake Memoir Episode (with Tocarra)
A Weight Watchers App for Kids Raises Concerns (NY Times)
An American Girlhood in the Ozempic Era (The Cut)
Jennifer’s Bolero Oscar Dress
Jennifer’s Oscar Acceptance Speech Dress
Rebel Wilson Memoir Episode
Gabourey Sidibe Memoir Episode
Delta Burke Memoir Episode
Ani DiFranco Memoir Episode
Eve’s Memoir Episode
Erika Jayne Memoir Episode
Where to find our guest: Tocarra Mallard
Instagram
TikTok
YouTube
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Visit Brooklinen.com and use code TRASH to get $20 off your order of $100 or more.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.
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1:36:06
Issa Rae’s Memoir + Behind the Bangs: The Power in Crafting Your Story
When someone has the courage to tell their own story, it empowers others to embrace their own. Chelsea and Executive Producer Jordan Moncada unpack Issa Rae’s journey from “The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl” and how her DIY journey has inspired Glamorous Trash’s new project: Behind the Bangs, a year-long program designed to help you craft, pitch, and share your story alongside a supportive creative cookie community.
Sign up for Behind The Bangs and join the cookie community:
Behind the Bangs -- SOLD OUT -- Join the Behind the Bangs waitlist here
Behind the Bangs Syllabus
Apply for a Behind the Bangs scholarship
Follow Chelsea:
Instagram @chelseadevantez
Show Notes:
Gabourey Sidibe Memoir Episode
Where to find our EP: Jordan Moncada
Instagram
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Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Visit Brooklinen.com and use code TRASH to get $20 off your order of $100 or more.
Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices