Eating For Free
Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.
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Sad Francisco x It's All Bots, Girl (feat. Matthew Lawson) [Preview]
08/10/2026
Sad Francisco x It's All Bots, Girl (feat. Matthew Lawson) [Preview]
Hello GAGs! This is a little preview episode of Matthew's feature on the iconic Sad Francisco podcast. Listen to the full episode via the links below:
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MAGA McRae
08/06/2026
MAGA McRae
In which we talk 5-Star Weekend finale + S2 renewal, Jax Taylor's fake Smartwater sponsorship, Ariana Madix' revenge porn suit with Rachel Leviss, and Tate McRae's MAGA allegations in her latest Variety interview. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The World According to Bunnie Xo
07/23/2026
The World According to Bunnie Xo
In which we talk the impact of Bunnie Xo, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s suspicious IG post, Olivia Rodrigo’s new AI-startup boyfriend, Carole Radziwill’s Epstein allegations in the new RHONY trailer, Matty Healy’s Hollywood wedding, and Jennifer Garner’s recent interview about the horrors of paparazzi. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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And Another Thing… (About That Wedding)
07/16/2026
And Another Thing… (About That Wedding)
In which we continue to talk about THAT celebrity couple wedding, yes THAT one!! +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Wedding Episode (You Know the One)
07/09/2026
The Wedding Episode (You Know the One)
In which we talk about THAT celebrity couple wedding, yes THAT one!! +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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American Stunt Queen
07/02/2026
American Stunt Queen
In which we talk Ladies of London cancellation, Club Chalamet’s Parisian adventures, Joan’s dramatic reading of Simone’s latest manifesto (tweets), and Karamo Brown’s return to media (feat. Jussie Smollett). +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Movie Recap: Home Makeover Nightmare (Patreon Re-Release)
06/25/2026
Movie Recap: Home Makeover Nightmare (Patreon Re-Release)
Hello GAGs, with summer travels underfoot we are re-releasing this patreon exclusive from earlier this year for the main feed. We are still posting weekly bonus episodes on Patreon, so head over if you're missing us this week! +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Herzliya? I Hardly Know Her!
06/18/2026
Herzliya? I Hardly Know Her!
In which we talk Gwyneth Paltrow's new harrowing ad for 51 Park, Herzliya. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Live! At The Vanderpump Hotel
06/11/2026
Live! At The Vanderpump Hotel
In which we talk about our wild experience at the grand opening of The Vanderpump Hotel in Las Vegas. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Disclosure Diva
06/05/2026
Disclosure Diva
In which we talk Joan's harrowing ER visit, Kathy Hilton as WeHo grand marshall, Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos's new pro-landlord documentary, Camila Cabello and billionaires, and Demi Moore's bizarre climate change documentary. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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It's All Bots, Girl: LGBTQ-AI
05/28/2026
It's All Bots, Girl: LGBTQ-AI
In which we continue our series on the origins of AI chatbots and their gendered/sexualized design for human use. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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It’s All Bots, Girl: Transvestigating ChatGPT
05/21/2026
It’s All Bots, Girl: Transvestigating ChatGPT
In which we continue our series and investigate the biases and exploitation of gendered-AIs and chatbots. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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She's in Azerbaijan for This Amazing Reason
05/14/2026
She's in Azerbaijan for This Amazing Reason
In which we talk Katy Perry at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Spencer Pratt's LA Mayoral run, AI at Cannes, music-tour cancellations, and the corporate destruction of live music. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The End of Anna Wintour’s Met Gala
05/07/2026
The End of Anna Wintour’s Met Gala
In which we talk the end of Anna Wintour's reign on The Met Gala red carpet, and how the new era of Silicon Valley elite plan to take it over. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Devil Wear's Prada 2 [Preview]
05/05/2026
The Devil Wear's Prada 2 [Preview]
In which we recap, review, and react to the Devil Wears Prada 2. Full episode available on Patreon. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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It's All Bots, Girl: Apocalypse Now
04/30/2026
It's All Bots, Girl: Apocalypse Now
In part three of this series, we continue examining Joseph Weizenbaum's critiques of AI: his warnings about mechanized intelligence as a tool of imperialism, society's dependence on the incomprehensible, and how modern LLMs obscure their limitations through gamified interaction. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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It’s All Bots, Girl: The Bot Next Door
04/23/2026
It’s All Bots, Girl: The Bot Next Door
In part two of this series, we explore the origins of LLMs, the first chatbot 'Eliza', Weizenbaum’s fears of the future and how everything we're dealing with today was predicated almost 80 years ago. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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It’s All Bots, Girl
04/16/2026
It’s All Bots, Girl
In which we talk the social media discourse around Chappell Roan, Geese, and other artists who are benefitting (or suffering) from an industry that relies on paid bots, fake user-generated content, and algorithmic manipulation. [] +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Devil Wears Prada (Anna’s Version)
04/09/2026
The Devil Wears Prada (Anna’s Version)
In which we talk Jusitin Trudeau’s ‘rapper’ son Xav, Zendaya vs Sydney Sweeney, Katseye collapse, and Meryl Streep’s joint interview with Anna Wintour for Vogue. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Diva Down Updates
04/03/2026
Diva Down Updates
In which we catchup on our fallen divas: Wes, Ciarra, and Amanda from Summer House; Kristi Noem and her cross-dressing husband Bryon; and Jen Shah’s first interview after being released from Federal prison. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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'Summer House' Emergency Broadcast [Preview]
03/31/2026
'Summer House' Emergency Broadcast [Preview]
In which we react to the breaking news about Summer House’s West Wilson and Amanda Batula’s secret months-long affair. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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WTF is Going on with Chappell Roan?
03/26/2026
WTF is Going on with Chappell Roan?
In which we try to avoid falling into Chappell Roan psychosis after the latest drama at Lollapalooza Brazil. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Red Carpet is Under Attack (Part 1)
03/19/2026
The Red Carpet is Under Attack (Part 1)
In which we talk Jake Shane at the Oscars and the consequences of 'ring-light journalism.' +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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This Kai Trump Episode Went off the Rails
03/12/2026
This Kai Trump Episode Went off the Rails
In which we dive deep into granddaughter influencer ‘Kai Trump’ and her possibly-unknown connection to the Saudi wealth fund.' +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Dubai Guide to Influencing in a Warzone
03/06/2026
The Dubai Guide to Influencing in a Warzone
In which we talk about the latest culture war within the UAE celebrity influencer community. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Curious Case of Colton Underwood (Part 2)
02/26/2026
The Curious Case of Colton Underwood (Part 2)
In which we dive deep into Colton Underwood’s career as he navigates recurring allegations of stalking, harassment, and controlling behavior with his ex-Bachelor star Cassie Randolph after a disastrous run on The Traitors US. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Curious Case of Colton Underwood (Part 1)
02/19/2026
The Curious Case of Colton Underwood (Part 1)
In which we dive deep into Colton Underwood’s career as he navigates recurring allegations of stalking, harassment, and controlling behavior with his ex-Bachelor star Cassie Randolph after a disastrous run on The Traitors US. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Epstein Files: Housewives Edition (Part 2)
02/12/2026
The Epstein Files: Housewives Edition (Part 2)
In which we deep dive into Bravo’s The Real Housewives franchises and their numerous connections to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell over the years. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Epstein Files: Housewives Edition (Part 1)
02/06/2026
The Epstein Files: Housewives Edition (Part 1)
In which we deep dive into Bravo’s The Real Housewives franchises and their numerous connections to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell over the years. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Project 2025 Killed Queer Eye
01/29/2026
Project 2025 Killed Queer Eye
In which we talk Nicki Minaj at the White House, Hudson Williams on pubic hair, TikTok’s US takeover, and the infamous end of Netflix’s Queer Eye. +2 VIDEO BONUS EPISODES EACH WEEK GIRL ON GAY - WHAT WE'RE WATCHING/READING/PLAYING LEFTOVERS - EXTRA HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP WE CAN'T SHARE ON THE MAIN FEED About Eating For Free: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our , , and . Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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