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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Club Chalamet: Love In the Time of Stan Wars (Part 2)
09/18/2025
Club Chalamet: Love In the Time of Stan Wars (Part 2)
In which we breakdown the history and origins of Club Chamalet before the expose by DailyMail.com BONUS EPISODES + TV TALK EVERY WEEK 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Club Chalamet: Love In the Time of Stan Wars (Part 1)
09/11/2025
Club Chalamet: Love In the Time of Stan Wars (Part 1)
In which we breakdown the history and origins of Club Chamalet before the expose by DailyMail.com BONUS EPISODES + TV TALK EVERY WEEK 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: Kylie's biggest nemesis? A 50-something woman old enough to be her mother... and she's determined to DESTROY star's relationship with Timothée Chalamet [] Scene: [] The dark truth about Club Chalamet: She's a 58-year-old Timothée obsessive who HATES Kylie Jenner and tracks his every move… and her past is VERY revealing [] [], 06/27/18 [], 06/28/18 Welcome to Club Chalamet! [] 07/27/2018 Found the source of her love for Chalamet: [] Club Chalamet, [] On Twitter, in August of 2018 [] [] Club Chalamet: Meet The 30-Year-Old+ Super Fans Of Timothée 01/18/19 [] Club Chalamet, 04/17/22 [] Club Chalamet, 04/17/22 [] CC Breakdown [] Club Chalamet, 09/05/23 [] Club Chalamet, 09/15/23 [] Club Chalamet, Sept. 6, 2023 []
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Cardi B's Courtroom Charm School
09/04/2025
Cardi B's Courtroom Charm School
In which we talk Gaga’s new music video, Vogue’s new EIC, Karen Huger’s prison release, Scooter Braun and Sydney Sweeney, A24 and Elden Ring, and Cardi B’s legal win. BONUS EPISODES + TV TALK EVERY WEEK 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Skips: Britney Spears smacks her butt and rubs her chest during racy dance in sheer bodysuit [] Kristen Doute blasts ‘disgusting’ Golnesa ‘GG’ Gharachedaghi over Brittany Cartwright pregnancy speculation [] ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Star Bozoma Saint John Is Engaged to Keely Watson [] Kim Kardashian Explains Why She ‘Doesn’t Believe in Homework’ [] Taylor Swift’s First Post-Engagement Outfit Included a Preppy Fall Layer That’s So Practical [] Colman Domingo Says Prince and Paris Jackson Have Been 'Lovely' to Him in Making of Michael Jackson Biopic (Exclusive) [] PARIS JACKSON REBUFFS COLMAN DOMINGO, SAYS MICHAEL JACKSON BIOPIC CONTAINS ‘FULL-BLOWN LIES’ [] Jennifer Aniston, 56, reveals what gives her anxiety... after admitting she is 'overwhelmed' at times [] Main Stories: Lady Gaga Drops Video for Surprise Single 'The Dead Dance' [] New ‘Vogue’ Head of Editorial Content Is a 'Proud' Nepo Baby [] Karen Huger Waves to Fans in Full Glam After Jail Release [] Wendy Williams Conservatorship Updates [] SCOOTER BRAUN, SYDNEY SWEENEY IT'S OFFICIAL -- THEY'RE IN A SITUATIONSHIP!!!! [] Cardi B wins case filed by security guard who claimed rapper assaulted her [] Elden Ring Superfan Alex Garland Put Together a 160-Page Draft Script – With 40 Extra Pages of Images – to Convince Bandai Namco and FromSoftware to Let Him Direct the Movie []
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Charlie Zakkour and The Crypto Torture Townhouse (Part 3)
08/28/2025
Charlie Zakkour and The Crypto Torture Townhouse (Part 3)
In which we breakdown New York Mag’s major cover story ‘The Crypto Maniacs and the Torture Townhouse’ BONUS EPISODES + TV TALK EVERY WEEK SPECIAL LINKS: 'DARK SIDE OF THE TRUTH' @ THE ROXIE SF: SEPT 2ND - TICKETS 'When to Critique a Trans Woman' ZINE - Mama Ganuush Digital Zine Fundraiser - 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: The Crypto Maniacs and the Torture Townhouse [] The Psychology of Cults [] The Bitcoin Administration: How JD Vance and Trump Establish Crypto Cult in the US [] Crypto theft is booming as criminals increasingly turn to physical attacks []
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Charlie Zakkour and The Crypto Torture Townhouse (Part 2)
08/21/2025
Charlie Zakkour and The Crypto Torture Townhouse (Part 2)
In which we breakdown New York Mag’s major cover story ‘The Crypto Maniacs and the Torture Townhouse’ BONUS EPISODES + TV TALK EVERY WEEK 'DARK SIDE OF THE TRUTH' @ THE ROXIE SF: SEPT 2ND - TICKETS 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: The Crypto Maniacs and the Torture Townhouse [] The Psychology of Cults [] The Bitcoin Administration: How JD Vance and Trump Establish Crypto Cult in the US [] Crypto theft is booming as criminals increasingly turn to physical attacks []
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Charlie Zakkour and The Crypto Torture Townhouse (Part 1)
08/14/2025
Charlie Zakkour and The Crypto Torture Townhouse (Part 1)
In which we breakdown New York Mag’s major cover story ‘The Crypto Maniacs and the Torture Townhouse’ BONUS EPISODES + TV TALK EVERY WEEK 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Abolish Disney
08/07/2025
Abolish Disney
In which we talk Ghislaine Maxwell’s new prison, Britney’s MTV rumors, Carole Radziwill’s reunion with Andy Cohen, and Disney’s final acquisition of Hulu. BONUS EPISODES + TV TALK EVERY WEEK 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Sydney Sweeney’s School of Phrenology
07/31/2025
Sydney Sweeney’s School of Phrenology
In which we talk Skim's surgical shapewear, Denise Richard's divorce hell, HGTV's downfall, and Sydney Sweeney's new American Eagle campaign. Skips: Dave Franco Says Zac Efron Injured His Finger While They Grabbed Each Other's Crotches in Neighbors [] Brandi Glanville Says She’s ‘Finally Getting Answers’ With Health Battle: ‘Can’t Wait to Live Again’ [] Gwyneth Paltrow’s savage nickname for Winona Ryder revealed: book [] (Vagina Ryder) Mariah Carey reveals her anti-aging secret: Denial [] Tom Cruise, 63, goes official with 'new love' Ana de Armas, 37, as they indulge in telling PDA on romantic getaway [] Main Stories: Kim Kardashian’s Skims Launches Face Shapewear and Fans Shared Their Mixed Reactions [] Denise Richards claims estranged husband Aaron Phypers stole her private photos, violated restraining order [] Denise Richards’ Estranged Husband Aaron Phypers Addresses Cheating Scandal, Denies Stealing Laptop [] HGTV Is Looking To Become Sexier As Property Crisis Hits Cable Television [] Does Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle 'great jeans' campaign mark a shift for ads? [] Sydney Sweeney Wanted to ‘Push’ Envelope With American Eagle Campaign Before Controversial Reactions [ Dunkin’ Faces Backlash Over Genetics Reference in New Ad [] Donald Trump Jr. Swoons Over Dad In Freaky AI Parody Of Sydney Sweeney American Eagle Ad [] [CLICK] The Carl’s Jr. Burger Girl Is So Back, for Better or Worse []
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Vanderpump Rules & The Valley: Legacies of Violence
07/17/2025
Vanderpump Rules & The Valley: Legacies of Violence
In which we talk Jax Taylor's sudden departure from The Valley, the physical and emotional abuse he took on his coworkers, the legal risks the network took to keep him employed, and what it means for Bravo's future. July 19th - SAN FRANCISCO | Salon HALA [] ---- About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Love Island Has F*cked Up Love
07/10/2025
Love Island Has F*cked Up Love
In which we talk JoJo Siwa's pivot, Jennifer Aniston's new psychic boyfriend, Elon's racism machine at X, Devil Wear's Prada 2, and Kevin Jonas' business ventures. July 11th - TORONTO | Boyfriend Reveal [] July 19th - SAN FRANCISCO | Salon HALA [] ---- About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Skips: Justin Bieber sends pointed message about Hailey marriage amid divorce rumors [] Justin Bieber brings son Jack Blues to a jam session with his friends... after smoking in a studio [] Kelly Ripa Seeks 'Good Looking' Players for Italian Soccer Team She Bought with Mark Consuelos: Watch the Clip! (Exclusive) [] Kim Zolciak’s daughter Brielle Biermann admits getting filler became as ‘normal’ as grabbing a Diet Coke [] Full House star Candace Cameron Bure drops divorce bombshell as she admits to 'rough season' in marriage [] JoJo Siwa ridiculed over new 'trad wife' makeover amid Chris Hughes romance [] Main Stories: What ‘Love Island USA’ cast was told about Cierra Ortega’s sudden exit following racial slur scandal [] Who is Jim Curtis, Jennifer Aniston’s rumored new beau? [] Jennifer Aniston gave a meaningful nod to rumored beau Jim Curtis before Mallorca vacation [] The Devil Wears Prada 2 Casts Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, B.J. Novak, Pauline Chalamet and More [] Musk’s AI firm forced to delete posts praising Hitler from Grok chatbot [] Linda Yaccarino Exits as CEO of X [] Kevin Jonas Lost ‘Almost All’ of His Money After the Jonas Brothers' 2013 Breakup [] Former boy band member and teen heartthrob Kevin Jonas’s new gig [] Most Creative People: Kevin Jonas [] Kevin Jonas: From A Successful Music Career To Full-Time Entrepreneur [] A Jonas Brother Has A New App That Looks Just Like Yo, And He's Been Meeting With Investors []
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Notes On the Diddy Verdict
07/03/2025
Notes On the Diddy Verdict
In which we talk plastic surgery, billionaire weddings, bisexual princesses, the Diddy trial, and MAGA's new Alcatraz. About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Ashley Tisdale's CoComelon Connection
06/26/2025
Ashley Tisdale's CoComelon Connection
In which we talk Labubus, Spotify arms race, Jeff Bezos' villian wedding, Ashley Tisdale and CoComelon, and Megan 2.0 About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Skips: Even Cher Is In on the Labubu Trend [] Kevin Spacey Honored at Italian Global Series Festival, Thanks Franco Nero for Casting Him ‘When Very Few Had the Guts’ After Allegations [] Lorde Was Lip-syncing for her Life on TikTok Live [] LANA DEL REY MID-SHOW STEAMY KISS W/ MY SWAMP HUBBY!!! 💋 [] METS New Pitcher … DICKY LOVELADY [] Selena Gomez shows off bold new look after unfollowing ex Justin Bieber's wife Hailey [] Amanda Bynes shares weight loss goal as she starts Ozempic after joining OnlyFans [] Justin Bieber shares cryptic post about 'silent treatment' after Hailey wedding ring saga [] Justin and Hailey Bieber ‘struggling’ to save marriage as tensions escalate: ‘Things are not good’ [] Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez throw lavish foam party on $500M superyacht ahead of nuptials [] Yolanda Hadid claps back after posting ‘inappropriate’ photo of Gigi’s daughter, Khai [] Amber Heard Shares Rare Photo as She Returns to Work on a New Play: 'In My Theatre Era' [] Main Stories: ARIANA MADIX HOT SHOTS … HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY! [] ‘RHONY’ star allegedly ‘banned’ from SoulCycle for ‘making out’ with boyfriend mid-class ] Everyone Wants a Piece of Pedro Pascal [] WATCH: ‘Wicked’ Star’s National Anthem Divides the Internet [] What’s the Goss About Cost(ner)? [] How Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez plan to outwit protesters for their Venice wedding []
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Patti LuPone vs. Patti LuPone (feat. Alex Bedder)
06/19/2025
Patti LuPone vs. Patti LuPone (feat. Alex Bedder)
We are joined in Part Two of this special episode with broadway industry expert Alex Bedder to talk everything Patti LuPone, Audra McDonald, Kecia Lewis, and BTS from the latest Tonys Awards ceremony. Find Alex Bedder on and on their ! About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: Patti LuPone and Andrew Lloyd Webber finally bury the hatchet 01/28/18 [] Patti LuPone Thinks Barbra Streisand’s Too Old for ‘Gypsy’ | WWHL [] Andrew Rannells on Tension Between Patti LuPone & Glenn Close | WWHL [] While Patti Lupone Vows She’ll Never Do Another Musical, She Is Singing Soon Onstage in L.A. 04/03/24 []
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Patti LuPone vs. Broadway (feat. Alex Bedder)
06/12/2025
Patti LuPone vs. Broadway (feat. Alex Bedder)
We are joined for this special episode with broadway industry expert Alex Bedder to talk everything Patti LuPone, Audra McDonald, Kecia Lewis, and BTS from the latest Tonys Awards ceremony. Find Alex Bedder on and on their ! About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: Patti LuPone Called Out for ‘Bullying’ Remarks by Hell’s Kitchen Star Kecia Lewis After Dubbing Broadway Musical ‘Too Loud’ [] Patti LuPone Is Done with Broadway—and Almost Everything Else, [] Audra’s statement [] Broadway’s Open Letter [] Patti LuPone on Broadway [] Renée Elise Goldsberry Reacts to Patti LuPone Drama with Audra McDonald: 'If It Sells a Ticket, Let the Games Continue' [] Audra McDonald Brings the House Down with Gypsy Performance at 2025 Tony Awards After Patti LuPone Drama [] Oprah Winfrey shades Patti LuPone at Tony Awards 2025 as Broadway star skips awards show [] Cole Escola clarifies Nicole Scherzinger ‘four more years’ Tonys joke []
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Insurrecting JoJo Siwa's Pansexual Polycule
06/05/2025
Insurrecting JoJo Siwa's Pansexual Polycule
About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Skips: Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann’s daughter Ariana claims they spent all her money amid divorce [] Bianca Censori continues her fishnet obsession in sultry new snaps, [] Ellen Pompeo Details Being Detained by the TSA Over Sunflower Seeds: 'They Brought the Bomb Squad In' [] Kylie Jenner reveals exact details of boob job in surprisingly candid confession, [] Teddi Mellencamp has a new boyfriend as she battles stage 4 cancer: report, [] ‘Supermodel’ Bethenny Frankel shakes it in another thong swimsuit after fashion show criticism, [] Armie Hammer reunites with ex-wife and kids for milestone... after scary cannibalism scandal [] Abby Lee Miller sues Cedars-Sinai hospital for malpractice, claims they left catheter in [] Alexis Bledel Withdraws From Emmy Race for ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Due to New Guest Actor Rules (EXCLUSIVE), [] Main Stories: Andy Cohen drops major ‘RHONJ’ casting bombshell after show was put on pause: ‘Looking at the future’ [] Luann de Lesseps sparks engagement rumors while sporting massive diamond ring, [] JoJo Siwa ‘Never Imagined’ Being This Close to BF Chris Hughes: ‘It’s Really Hard Because People Tear It Apart’ [] Erika Jayne's ex Tom Giradi, 86, faces dying behind bars as he's given prison sentence after fraud case [] MrBeast Claims He Has 'Very Little Money' and Is 'Borrowing' Cash from His Mom to Pay for His Upcoming Wedding, [] Andy Cohen accused of unleashing 'coordinated attack' against Real Housewives star after drug allegations, [] Gigi and Bella Hadid Reveal Half-Sister, Aydan Nix, []
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Nathan Fielder’s Miracle Over the Mojave
05/29/2025
Nathan Fielder’s Miracle Over the Mojave
In which we dive deep into Lana Love, Nathan for You, and The Rehearsal Season 2 finale (spoilers throughout). About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: Nathan Fielder pilots full Boeing 737 plane after exploiting licensing loophole and dodging autism diagnosis [] LANA LOVE TALKS ABOUT ‘PARACHUTE’ AND A LIFE CONNECTED TO MUSIC, 02/13/23 [] Lana Love Releases “Nathan Fielder” Stunt Song, Feat. Award-Winning Animator javadoodles [] Lana Love trolling Isabella’s AMA [] Can Nathan Fielder Save You From Dying in a Plane Crash?As an aviation journalist, I was skeptical of The Rehearsal. Then I talked to experts, [] Pilots React to The Rehearsal [] The “Nathan for You” Finale, My New Favorite Love Story, Errol Morris, 12/04/17 [] ‘No One Wants to Think That Their Pilot Is Weird’ []
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Nathan Fielder, Autism Awareness Advocate
05/23/2025
Nathan Fielder, Autism Awareness Advocate
In which we dive deep into the past controversial press coverage surrounding Nathan Fielder and his debut Comedy Central show 'Nathan for You' About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: Really Cute, but Totally Faked, 02/26/13 [] Dumb Starbucks was the perfect crime, but Starbucks was smart to play dumb, 02/12/14 [] Comedy Central Lawyers Approve ‘Dumb Starbucks’ Stunt, 02/11/14 [] ‘NATHAN FOR YOU’: INSIDE COMEDY CENTRAL’S ABSURDIST PRANK FACTORY, 04/11/13 [] Nathan Fielder’s Ingenious Dumb Humor, 06/12/14 [] Nathan For You’s star confronts the A.V. Club mom who scorned him, 10/15/15 []
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Nathan Fielder, The Wizard of Loneliness
05/15/2025
Nathan Fielder, The Wizard of Loneliness
In which we dive deep into the latest controversial press coverage surrounding Nathan Fielder and his new HBO Max documentary series ‘The Rehearsal’ About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: Nathan Fielder Created a Fake Singing Competition for ‘The Rehearsal.’ One Contestant Lost $10,000 and Feels Betrayed: ‘I Signed Up to Be a Singer, Not a Lab Rat’ (EXCLUSIVE), 05/12/25 []
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Conclave at Copacabana
05/08/2025
Conclave at Copacabana
In which we talk Met Gala Mania, Pope Crave at the Conclave, Gaga at Copacabana, Netflix's new embrace of AI slop, and the new Real Housewives of Rhose Island. About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Skips: Khloé Kardashian gives tour of pristinely organized walk-in pantry in $17M mansion, [] Teddi Mellencamp shares the heartbreaking reason she only occasionally wears a wig amid cancer battle, [] Gigi Hadid makes rare comments about boyfriend Bradley Cooper after he skipped 2025 Met Gala [] Miley Cyrus' House Burned Down. Why She Now Sees the Dark Moment as the 'Biggest Blessing I've Ever Had' [] Ellen DeGeneres gives rare glimpse of brunette hair while doing common household chore for first time [] ‘RHONJ’ alum Jacqueline Laurita posts jarring video after facelift and neck lift [] Why Ben Affleck has ‘empathy’ for Britney Spears over this ‘cruelty’ of fame [] Main Stories: Lisa's Met Gala Outfit Did Not Have Rosa Parks' Face Embroidered on Panties, Says Rep for Look's Artist [] Blake Lively takes major swipe at Justin Baldoni and his lawyer in Another Simple Favor [] Conclave to Choose New Pope Begins as Cardinals Prepare for First Vote [] Justin Baldoni's Wayfarer Foundation Is Shutting Down amid His Legal Woes with Blake Lively [] Ariel Winter Shares the Very Personal Reason She Goes on Undercover Stings to Catch Child Predators (Exclusive) [] Celebrity stylist Jessica Paster dragged away by cops outside the Carlyle before Met Gala: ‘I got manhandled’ [] Taylor Swift live updates: Doechii took a page from the Eras Tour playbook for dramatic Met Gala debut [] Netflix Plans Major Overhaul of Homepage Design, OpenAI-Powered Search and TikTok-Style Vertical Feeds [] Disney Plans New Theme Park in Abu Dhabi, Its “Most Tech-Forward” Resort Yet [] Brazilian Police Arrest 2 People Over Plot to Bomb Lady Gaga’s Concert in Rio [] Lady Gaga Responds to Thwarted Bomb Plot Allegedly Targeting Her Brazil Concert []
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Lorde’s Virgin Summer
05/01/2025
Lorde’s Virgin Summer
In which we talk Lorde's new single (again), RHOM trailer, Karen Huger in prison, Katy Perry's 'unhinged' rant, and Natasha Lyonne's new AI-slop movie studio. About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Skips: 'Pump' and dump Brittany Cartwright brutally shades ex Jax Taylor’s sex skills on ‘WWHL’ [] Ramona Singer, 68, posts unfiltered bikini selfies after being trolled for excessive editing Bill Gates’ daughter Phoebe divulges sexist comment ‘childhood sweetheart’ boyfriend made before breakup, [] Blake Lively’s friendship with Gigi Hadid questioned after actress skips model’s 30th birthday party [] Justin Bieber thirsts over wife Hailey’s sultry snaps after split speculation, [] James Marsden Is Proving He's Not Just a 'Snack,' He's a 'Whole Meal' In Heartthrob-Heavy Dunkin' Campaign (Exclusive), [] Jeremy Renner Recalls Getting Back on the Snowplow That Ran Him Over: “I go right into the eye of the storm of any fear or anything.” [] 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Season 2 Trailer: Nicole Kidman Reprises Her Role With New Set of Strangers - Watch! [] Main Stories: Selena Gomez Details 'Embarrassing' First Kiss with Benny Blanco That Left Her with a Rash [] Fans call Hailey Bieber a 'creepy stalker' after 'copying' Selena Gomez in acceptance speech nearly word for word [] ‘RHOM’ star Alexia Nepola packs on the PDA with ex Todd on beach date — a month after finalizing divorce, [] Jordon Hudson defends controlling CBS interview with savage retweets — including one wishing Bill Belichick ‘strangled’ journalist, [] ‘RHOP’ star Gizelle Bryant says Karen Huger is ‘running’ prison after her DUI case [] Katy Perry Slams ‘Unhinged and Unhealed’ Haters amid Blue Origin Flight and Tour Criticism: ‘I’m Not Perfect' [] Bella Ramsey, Harris Dickinson, Nicola Coughlan, Paapa Essiedu & Molly Manning Walker Among 400+ Signatories Of Open Letter To UK Film & TV Industry On Trans Rights, [] Natasha Lyonne to Direct Feature ‘Uncanny Valley’ Combining ‘Ethical’ AI and Traditional Filmmaking Techniques []
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Katy Perry's Crucifixion
04/24/2025
Katy Perry's Crucifixion
About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources [might cut off in certain apps]: Jessica Chastain takes aim at Blue Origin’s controversial space flight: ‘Utter defeat of American feminism’ [] The Blue Origin flight showcased the utter defeat of American feminism [] Olivia Munn slams ‘gluttonous’ female Blue Origin crew going to space: ‘People can’t afford eggs’, [] Martha Stewart Appears to Shade to Blue Origin Flight With Katy Perry Lyrics, [] Olivia Wilde shades Blue Origin after star-studded flight crew completes 10-minute space mission, [] Amanda Nguyen Shares the e.l.f. Beauty Staples She Packed for Historic All-Female Spaceflight (Exclusive), [] Katy Perry brings special tribute to daughter Daisy on Blue Origin spaceflight as 4-year-old makes rare public appearance, [] Katy Perry Sang 'What a Wonderful World' During Blue Origin Rocket Ride, Then Kissed the Earth When She Landed, [] Khloé Kardashian Admits It's 'Enticing' to Join a Blue Origin Journey to Space After Witnessing All-Female Flight, [] ‘Disgusted’ Emily Ratajkowski accuses Blue Origin of ‘destroying the planet’ in fiery rant after star-studded space mission, [] Lauren Sánchez and Gayle King Hit Back at Blue Origin Flight Criticism: ‘I Get Really Fired Up’, [] Katy Perry dissed by fast-food giant Wendy’s after Blue Origin spaceflight: ‘Can we send her back’, [] Kesha Sips from Wendy's Cup After the Fast Food Chain Jokes About Sending Katy Perry Back to Space, [] Kesha vs. Dr Luke Lawsuit [] Katy Perry Deserves an Apology from Wendy's for 'Blatantly Inappropriate' Blue Origin Comments: Exclusive Source [] Why Katy Perry is now regretting her Blue Origin space flight as she struggles with the continued criticism of her bizarre behavior [] Katy Perry may face 'career extinction' if she doesn't step back from public, PR expert warns [] The Blue Origin flight showcased the utter defeat of American feminism [] One Giant Stunt for Womankind [] Even Levitating in Space, Katy Perry Manages to Get Dunked On [] Jeff Bezos sells Seattle home for record $63M after moving to Miami: See inside, []
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Katy Perry, Space Pirate
04/17/2025
Katy Perry, Space Pirate
About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: William Shatner: My Trip to Space Filled Me With ‘Overwhelming Sadness’ (EXCLUSIVE), [] Katy Perry Posts Video of Her Blue Origin Flight Featuring Outer Space Reveal of Tour Setlist, [] Katy Perry wore this $11 setting spray to ‘lock in’ her makeup for Blue Origin space flight: ‘Truly held’, [] Bezos Wants to Create a Better Future in Space. His Company Blue Origin Is Stuck in a Toxic Past. [] Introducing the Stars of Blue Origin’s All-Female Flight, [] Their Space Suit, Their Way, [] What happens to Botox, fillers and implants in space? Experts weigh in, [] What Is the Cost of a Blue Origin Flight? Here's How Much a Trip to Space Could Set You Back, [] Ahead of spaceflight, Katy Perry is reading Carl Sagan and channeling her ‘feminine divine’, []
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The Vagina Monologues
04/11/2025
The Vagina Monologues
About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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The Fame Kills: Lady Gaga’s Human Race
03/06/2025
The Fame Kills: Lady Gaga’s Human Race
About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: Lady Gaga ‘Born This Way’ Cover Story, 02/18/11 [] Lady Gaga criticises Malaysian gay lyric censorship, 03/24/11 [] Lady Gaga guest edits Metro papers, 05/16/11 [] The Below was pulled from a FBI dossier available on the Archive.org site, . Lady Gaga’s ‘Born This Way’ Sells 1.11 Million in Just One Week, 05/31/11 [] Lady Gaga Tweets Indonesia ‘Born This Way’ Show Still Up In The Air, 05/23/12 [] Lady Gaga 'devastated' as Indonesia concert cancelled, 05/28/12 [] Lady Gaga Producer on the Making of ‘Born This Way,’ the ‘Extreme’ Measures to Keep It From Leaking and More, 05/31/11 [] LGBTQ migrant workers, Lady Gaga & Arizona boycott, 08/04/10 [] Did Lady Gaga Just End Her Career With This "Embarrassing" Jo Calderone?, 09/30/11[] DJ White Shadow Looks Back on 10 Years of 'Born This Way', 2021, [] Lebanese government lifts ban on Lady Gaga’s ‘Born This Way’, 06/09/11 [] Portrait of a Lady, 07/05/11 []
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The Fame Kills: Streaming Wars
02/27/2025
The Fame Kills: Streaming Wars
----------- About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: The Year the Bubble Burst: How 2001 Mega Contracts For Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey Signaled a Shift in the Music Business, 2021, You Ask, We Answer: What Exactly Is A 360 Deal?, 11/24/10 [] Buyer Beware: Why Artists Should Do A 180 On “360” Deals, 03/22/10 [] 'Born This Way' And The End Of The Album As We Knew It, 06/01/11 [] 100 and Single, 06/2011 [] How Lady Gaga’s 99-cent ‘Born This Way’ Sale Hurt Interscope, Distributors, 06/11/11 [] Did Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way' giveaway inspire Billboard's new chart rules?, 11/17/11 [] Music’s Top 40 Money Makers 2012, 03/09/12 [] WOMEN WHO ROCK: THE 50 GREATEST ALBUMS OF ALL TIME, 06/22/12 [] The Music Industry’s “360 Deal” Takes a 180 Turn, 05/13/23 []
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The Fame Kills: The 360 Deal Machine
02/20/2025
The Fame Kills: The 360 Deal Machine
----------- About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: The Lessons of Lady Gaga, 01/29/10 [] THE STATE OF THE MUSIC INDUSTRY, 2009, WSJ [] Lady Gaga’s ‘Born This Way’ Sells 1.11 Million in Just One Week, 05/31/11 [] Why Lady Gaga’s ‘Born This Way’ May Save the Music Industry, 05/22/11 [] Music market goes Gaga, 05/27/11 []
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The Fame Kills: ‘Born This Way’
02/13/2025
The Fame Kills: ‘Born This Way’
About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s Sources: The Lady Gaga Anthem That Previewed a Decade of Culture Wars, 02/11/21 [] Growing Up Gaga, NY Mag, 03/26/10 [] Lady Gaga: Our Lady of Pop, 02/09/11 [] Lady Gaga's new gay anthem, 02/14/11 [] How 'Born This Way' Was Born: An LGBT Anthem's Pedigree, 01/30/19 [] The Lady Gaga backlash begins, 04/20/11 []
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The Death of RHONY
01/30/2025
The Death of RHONY
About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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An Honest Conversation
01/23/2025
An Honest Conversation
About: 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 [email protected] Joan Summers’ Matthew Lawson’s
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Celebrity News In a Time of Wildfires
01/16/2025
Celebrity News In a Time of Wildfires
About: 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. Sources: How the 2025 Oscars Could Save Los Angeles (and Themselves) [] Altadena Mansion Showcased in ‘Hacks’ Destroyed in Eaton Fire [] Historic Morrison Hotel Made Famous by The Doors Destroyed in Fire [] Beyoncé Postpones Jan. 14 Announcement Due to L.A. Fires [] Critics Choice Awards Postponed Amid Los Angeles Fires [] L.A. Fires Another Brutal Blow to Battered Hollywood Crew Members [] Kim Kardashian Advocates for Incarcerated Firefighters’ Pay Raise as Fires Devastate L.A. [] Major Studios Pledge Millions of Dollars in Donations to L.A. Fire Relief Efforts [] Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group Call Off Grammy Week Events as Cancellations Mount Following Deadly L.A. Wildfires [] Sundance Film Festival to Continue as Planned Amid L.A. Fires: “It Is Important to Carry On” [] What Hollywood Lost in the Fires [] Spencer Pratt Hyping Heidi Montag’s ‘Superficial’ Into a Hit Amid the L.A. Fires That Destroyed Their House Proves Their Enduring Power as Entertainers [] Meghan Markle Delays Netflix Show ‘With Love, Meghan’ Due to L.A. Wildfires [] How Climate Change Has Fueled L.A.’s Devastating Wildfires: ‘We Have Unleashed Forces Beyond Our Control’ [] Devastating Fires Send L.A. Residents Scrambling for Luxury Homes in a Tight Market: ‘Get Me to Newport’ [] L.A. WILDFIRES TOPANGA RESIDENT CONFRONTS SUSPICIOUS HIKER ... Cops Investigating [] The Paparazzi Are Working Through the Fires [] Paris Hilton Supports Heidi Montag by Dancing with Her Kids to Superficial After Both Lose Homes in Wildfires [] Losing Home In LA Wildfires Led to 'Clean' Breakup for Influencers Max Emerson & Andres Camilo, [] James Charles Reunites Dogs with Family Displaced by LA Wildfires, [] Ricki Lake Resurfaces Moment Medium Tyler Henry Appeared to Predict House Fire: He 'Called It', [] Vanderpump Villa's Eric Funderwhite Blasted For Shirtless Fire Video: 'This Is So Wrong', []
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