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@Betches

by Betches Media · English · Film & TV

Betches Co-Founders Aleen Dreksler, Jordana Abraham, and Sami Sage—aka the OG Betches friend group that started it all—welcome you to their pop culture group chat. Each week they cover all the latest in celeb drama, the hottest TV & movies out now, and never fail to say some v funny sh*t (ofc). Come

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 55 min
Latest: 9 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

9 Oct 2026 · 39 min

Would You Raise A Child With Your Best Friend Instead Of A Husband?

This week, Sami and Jordana discuss the growing trend of platonic co-parenting, whether they'd ever raise a child with their best friend, and the case for married couples having separate bedrooms. After, they talk the latest season of The Real Housewives of New York, and Jessel isn't doing herself any favors. From her ongoing feud with Erin Lichy and questionable social climbing to Carole Radziwill's return and her connection to Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, they break down what's working (and what's not) with the new RHONY cast. Plus, is newcomer Hailey Glassman the chaotic addition the show…

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2 Oct 2026 · 38 min
Is Taylor Swift Doing Too Much? Plus The Iced Coffee Job Interview Debate
Sami and Jordana are back and catching up on everything they missed in September. First, they react to Alix Earle admitting she’s never read a book and debate whether you actually need to be well read to be successful (which I guess not?). Then, they get into Taylor Swift’s latest music, why her recent wedding changed the way they see her, and whether it's time for a little break. Finally, they get into the viral debate over bringing an iced coffee to a job interview, whether Gen Z is rewriting workplace etiquette, and why context might matter more than the coffee itself. Go to the Betches…
4 Sep 2026 · 30 min
Why Kids Need To Be More Resourceful & The Ultimate Autumn Icon
On this episode of @Betches, Aleen and Jordana are getting into all things fall, from why autumn outfits are undefeated to Halloween plans, back-to-school nostalgia, and the craziness that comes with parenting this time of year. They play a round of “What Would You Do? Mom Emergency Edition,” tackling last-minute bake sales, forgotten school projects, very specific kid requests, and the eternal question of how much parents should actually be helping with homework. Plus, they debate the ultimate fictional fall Betch, revisit classics like the Magic School Bus, and wonder whether You’ve Got…
28 Aug 2026 · 40 min
The 2000s School Trends That Deserve A Hall Pass Or Detention
On this episode of @Betches, Aleen and Jordana are fully in back-to-school mode and feeling very nostalgic about it. They look back at everything from questionable childhood haircuts and embarrassing school lunches to Lisa Frank, Tamagotchis, Furbies, gel pens, 100 Calorie Packs, and Beanie Babies, and decide which trends still hold up and which belong in detention. Plus, Aleen talks about getting her daughter ready for kindergarten, Jordana shares what her first summer as a mom was really like, and they compare the chaos of growing up in the 2000s to raising kids now. Learn more about your…
21 Aug 2026 · 54 min
Why Hilary Duff Is Winning Summer & The Friendship Drama We Need To Settle
On this episode of @Betches, Sami, Jordana, and Aleen are back for another summer check-in and team back up with Josh Cellars to play a fun round of Fish Bowl. After, they bring Friendship Court into session and rule on what happens when a friend disappears into a new relationship after judging you for doing the exact same thing. They also debate whether it’s fair to get mad at a best friend for not sharing a house offer and how to handle a friend who may have been caught with your missing clothes. Email your friendship dilemmas to [email protected]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
31 Jul 2026 · 46 min
Friendship Lies, Flaky Friends, & The Outfit Feedback Nobody Wants To Hear
On this episode of @Betches, Sami, Jordana, and Aleen are back for a hiatus check-in and, thanks to Josh Cellars, put their painting skills to the test. Then, they tackle a series of impossible friendship dilemmas: Would you lie to protect a surprise proposal? Tell your friend you hate their new partner? Expose who started a rumor? They also debate how many last-minute cancellations are too many, how late is officially rude, and why being late to a Zoom somehow feels even worse. Plus, they get brutally honest about bad outfits, embarrassing stains, wardrobe malfunctions, and when being a…
26 Jun 2026 · 40 min
Friendship Tiers, & Meta Glasses vs. Snap Specs, & Train Etiquette
On this week's episode of @Betches, Sami, Jordana, and Aleen are sending you into summer with one last episode before their summer hiatus. They debate what actually makes someone a close friend, whether friendship "tiers" are real, and what crimes merit a visit in jail for. They once again speculate when the hell Taylor's wedding will be and pray it's not at MSG. Finally, they discuss whether Meta's new AI glasses are actually the future or just another tech fad comparable to Snap's Spectacles (yuck btw), and play a fun game of headbanz! They'll be back after the summer, refreshed and ready…
19 Jun 2026 · 56 min
Knicks Mania, World Cup Chaos, & Taylor Swift's Secret Wedding
This week on @betches, they unpack the latest Taylor Swift wedding rumors, from Madison Square Garden speculation to secret marriage theories and what the Haim sisters might have to do with it all. They then dive into the aftermath episode of Summer House and speculate the future of the show. After, with the World Cup officially underway, they react to Europeans experiencing America for the first time and play a round of "American or Made Up?" featuring some truly bizarre U.S. staples (and some made up). Plus, Jordana shares her latest true crime obsession with Netflix's Maternal Instinct,…
12 Jun 2026 · 55 min
Who Solved The Summer House Leak, Viral Food Lines, & Ariana Grande's Breakup
On this week’s @betches, Sami, Aleen, and Jordana are back together to break down Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater’s reported breakup and debate whether anyone is actually surprised. They also dive into the wild story of Jennifer Lawrence allegedly helping Bravo track down the Summer House reunion leak, and discuss the kind of investigative skills it takes to uncover the truth. Plus, they unpack the viral Dot Cakes phenomenon, NYC’s obsession with waiting in line for food, and what they would (and definitely would not) wait hours for. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length…
5 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Anna Faris’ Comeback, Summer House Drama, & Our New Bravo Obsessions
On this week’s @betches, Jordana and Aleen dive into the second part of Summer House Reunion & Amanda's lack of empathy (or any emotion for that matter). After, they get into their latest obsession: The Real Housewives of Rhode Island. From shocking affair allegations to the cast’s chaotic chemistry, they break down why RHORI feels like a return to classic Housewives. Plus, they share their dream of living in a friendship compound, revisit Anna Faris’ long-awaited return to the spotlight, and put their celebrity knowledge to the test with a game of Headbanz. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube…
29 May 2026 · 57 min
Amanda & West Keep Lying, Ciara’s Brutal Callout, & The Reunion Everyone Waited For
On this week’s episode of @Betches, Sami and Jordana break down the explosive Summer House reunion and why Amanda and West’s explanations still are not adding up. They discuss Ciara’s emotional confrontation, Amanda’s response to the backlash, Kyle’s surprising role in the reunion, and what the drama reveals about friendships, accountability, and reality TV. Plus, they share their thoughts on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s viral Knicks date night, debate whether the couple actually enjoys the spotlight, and play a Taylor wedding prediction game featuring everything from the venue and dress…
22 May 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Looksmaxing Explained, Stanford Students Rebelling, & Froyo Fever
This week on @betches, the gang is back together! They're diving into the frozen yogurt comeback nobody saw coming, why Stanford students think college has become anti-fun, and the very real nostalgia of BBM, Facebook albums, and peak 2010s culture. Plus, they unpack the rise of “looksmaxing,” why every trend feels recycled, and Bethenny Frankel’s latest internet feud that somehow got even weirder. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15 May 2026 · 46 min
Why Reality TV Betrayals Turn Women Into Superstars
Jordana is officially back from maternity leave and this week she joins Sami to talk a surprisingly deep conversation about love languages, birthday gifts, and Mother’s Day texting etiquette. Then, they cover Ciara Miller’s post-Summer House scandal success and how Bravo betrayals somehow turn women into superstars. Plus, they debate whether Anne Hathaway is secretly annoying, review why The Devil Wears Prada 2 is the best sequel in years, and unpack NBC turning Wordle into a game show. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod…
8 May 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
Blue Dot Fever Explained & Which Artists Are Coming Down With It
This week on @betches, Sami and Aleen jump right into the Bezos Ball aka the Met Gala to discuss what slayed, what flopped, and how out of touch this all seems. Then, they get into the newest pandemic: blue dot fever. Why are so many artists cancelling their shows? And finally, they break down this week’s Summer House and Aleen’s newest obsession: Jacob Elordi in Wuthering Heights. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 May 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
Are We Being Gaslit By Chanel & The Met Gala?
On this week's @betches, Sami and Aleen break down the Chanel rebrand, the Met Gala’s shifting relevance, and why fashion feels more manufactured than ever. They get into the viral frenzy around Chanel’s latest collection, whether the hype was strategically engineered, and how social media is shaping what we think is “in.” Plus, they discuss why the Met Gala may be losing its cultural edge, the rise of tech money in fashion spaces, and what happens when exclusivity stops feeling aspirational. Finally, they dive into pretentious restaurant terms and this week's Summer House. Go to the Betches…
24 Apr 2026 · 48 min
The Era Of Bad Behavior, Phones Ruining Every Experience, & Madonna's Comeback
On this week @betches, Sami and Aleen break down Coachella Weekend 2 which seemed to be more for the fans than for the brands. From bizarre crowd behavior and phone culture taking over to major pop moments with Madonna, Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Billie Eilish. They get into why no one seemed to be dancing, whether concerts are even fun anymore, and how social media is changing real-life experiences. Plus, they unpack the ongoing Alex vs. Alix drama, PR war speculation, and what might actually be going on behind the scenes. Then it’s Bravo chaos with Summer House timeline lies,…
17 Apr 2026 · 44 min
Alex Cooper Vs. Alix Earle & The Coachella Bieber Effect
On this week’s episode of @Betches, Sami and Aleen ask the important question: is Coachella finally about the music again? They unpack Bieber’s buzzy set, Sabrina Carpenter’s standout performance, and why the festival discourse felt different this year. Then, they dive into the Alex Cooper vs. Alix Earle saga, what may have sparked the tension, and whether this is a genuine fallout or a very online PR game. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Apr 2026 · 50 min
Female Ambition, Kanye’s Consequences, & Why We Love A Public Manifestation
This week on @betches, Sami and Aleen kick things off with a rare positive story, talking about why the Artemis II moon mission has everyone emotional, from the history-making crew to the sweet story behind Carroll’s crater. Then, they shift into Bravo, sharing their early thoughts on Real Housewives of Rhode Island and why it already feels like a hit, before getting into Kanye West being banned from the UK after brands and officials pushed back on his Wireless Festival appearance. Finally, they shift into a bigger conversation about Sabrina Carpenter, female ambition, and why saying what…
3 Apr 2026 · 52 min
Breaking Down The Amanda, West, & Ciara Summer House Scandal!
On this week's @Betches, Sami and Aleen drop everything to break down the Amanda, West, and Ciara Summer House mess. They get into the joint statement, the friendship fallout, why Ciara deserves better, and whether Amanda or West deserves more blame, before closing things out with a quick detour into the Kristi Noem chaos. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Friday: Youtube.com/@betchespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
27 Mar 2026 · 59 min
Is Chappell Roan Becoming Pop’s Biggest Loose Cannon?
Jordana’s BACK!...for today. On this week’s @betches, Sami and Jordana break down Chappell Roan, which includes the Brazil incident involving Jude Law’s daughter, plus Justin Timberlake’s newly surfaced DWI footage and Meghan Markle’s struggling As Ever brand rollout. They get into whether Chappell Roan is being unfairly targeted or if there’s a real pattern forming (does she actually want to be famous?), why the Justin Timberlake arrest video is oddly making him seem more likable, and what Meghan Markle’s jam empire says about the state of her and Prince Harry. Go to the Betches Podcast…
20 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
Influencers Should Stop Doing Red Carpets After The Jake Shane Fiasco
On this Friday’s episode of @Betches, Sami and Aleen break down the Jake Shane red carpet fiasco and the bigger question of why influencers are even on these carpets in the first place. Then, they get into Timothée Chalamet, Hollywood’s current obsession with looksmaxxing, and whether Kylie Jenner may have gotten the ick watching Timothée’s Oscar campaign unfold in real time. After that, they discuss The Madison on Paramount+ and whether either of them could actually unplug in the Montana wilderness like Michelle Pfeiffer. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to watch full length episodes…
13 Mar 2026 · 46 min
Timothée Chalamet’s Ballet Comments May Have Cost Him The Oscar
On this week’s @Betches, Sami and Aleen celebrate International Women’s Day by building their personal Mount Rushmores of iconic women, from Meryl Streep and Michelle Obama to Oprah, Tina Fey, and Joan Rivers. Then they get into the internet’s newest obsession: the completely unserious Donna Kelce home renovation memes, before diving deep into this year’s Oscars race, why they’re rooting hard for Sinners, and whether Timothée Chalamet may have tanked his own campaign with his ballet and opera comments. Plus, they talk Ben Affleck’s surprisingly genius AI move, review Charli xcx’s The Moment,…
6 Mar 2026 · 55 min
Are Housewives Ruining The Traitors?
On this week’s @Betches, Sami and Aleen live react to the McDonald’s CEO burger video that has the internet fully roasting him. From there, they get into their latest obsession with Love Story on FX and why the JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette mythology is still so addictive. Then it’s the SAG Awards rebrand confusion (aka why are we calling them the “Actor Awards” like when did we all agree to that?), plus the standout moments they actually enjoyed. Finally, they talk Jim Carrey clone conspiracy discourse, why everyone is losing their grip on reality online, and wrap with a Bravo corner…
27 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Why Are Ariana Grande Fans So Mad About Audrey Hepburn?
On this week’s @Betches, Sami and Aleen spiral over the internet’s newest emotional support animal, Punch the Monkey, and debate whether this sad little icon is heartwarming or simply too devastating to process. Then they get into Alysa Liu’s electric Olympic performance, why her comeback story feels so inspiring, and how Team USA’s women’s hockey team deserved way better discourse around their huge win. Plus, they weigh in on the Ariana Grande fan meltdown over Lily Collins being cast as Audrey Hepburn, share their latest obsession with Love Story on FX, and make some predictions ahead of…
20 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Is Tyra Banks The True Villain In America’s Next Top Model?
This week on @betches, Sami and Aleen unpack the weirdest cultural crossover of the moment: rewatching early reality TV through 2026 eyes. They break down the America’s Next Top Model doc (and the trauma of it all), how the show aged, and if Tyra Banks seems remorseful. Then it is Olympics time, with a truly jaw dropping story about ski jumpers injecting hyaluronic acid and updates on the Olympic Village condom shortage. Olympians are truly freakyyy. Finally, Sami breaks down the Tell Me Lies series finale which has Aleen truly gooped and gagged. Go to the Betches Podcast YouTube page to…
13 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
Some Behind The Scenes Tea On Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show
On this week’s @betches, Sami and Aleen are back in the studio catching up on the birth of Jordana’s daughter, the death of James Van Der Beek, and why figure skating is suddenly the hottest thing on the internet again. They then dive into the Benito Bowl and breakdown the performance, what was in those bushes, and why this is EXACTLY what America needs right now. They then go into the Jill Zarin of it all and honestly, who cares what she has to say. Finally, they ask their burning questions of the week like why were all the Super Bowl commercials absolute trash, what’s next for Britney…
6 Feb 2026 · 57 min
What Justin Bieber's Grammy Performance Says About His Marriage
On this week’s @betches, Sami and Aleen are back in the studio, gushing about meeting Jordana’s baby, Charlie, and recapping everything from surviving the “why is the groundhog in charge of the weather?” debate to a nostalgic detour into dinosaurs and Magic School Bus (elite TV, by the way). Then it’s Grammys time: red carpet slays and flops, the ICE Out pins, and why Lady Gaga is forever the QUEEN and the best dressed of the night. Plus, they get into Bad Bunny converting new fans, the Best New Artist conversation (and how much Spotify and Taylor Swift might matter), Cher’s unforgettable…
30 Jan 2026 · 56 min
You Won’t Believe How Many Tattoos Brooklyn Beckham Has Dedicated To Nicola Peltz
On this week’s @betches, Aleen and Sami try to cope with the state of the world and kick things off with Sami’s wildly specific dream about surviving a fascism with Aleen. They pivot to Grammys weekend for a full fashion detour, dissecting Margot Robbie’s Wuthering Heights press-tour gown and how Lauren Sanchez can make outfit look cheap. Then it is back to the Blake Lively legal timeline, asking if filming with an unsigned acting contract is normal, why Travis Kelce did not quit while he was ahead, and what exactly Sydney Sweeney’s marketing team is trying to sell. Finally, they land in…
23 Jan 2026 · 1 hr 7 min
Ranking Brooklyn Beckham’s Photography Book & The Elephant In The Room
Before diving into this week’s @Betches, Aleen and Sami congratulate Jordana on the birth of her BABY! Then they dive into the week’s chaos. First up, Brooklyn Beckham’s latest family drama, plus whether Nicola Peltz did or didn’t rewrite the wedding story. Aleen and Sami flip through his photography book and ask, “Are elephants really that hard to photograph?” Next, they put on their lawyer hats and dig into the Taylor Swift and Blake Lively texts, unpacking what those messages say about their friendship and why Justin Baldoni got called a “doofus.” Finally, they break down the Summer House…
16 Jan 2026 · 48 min
We Met the Stars of ‘Heated Rivalry'
On this week’s @ betches, Aleen and Sami kick off with a catch up and officially enter their mahjong era, then recap the Golden Globes 2026 from Nikki Glaser’s best lines to music cues that made zero sense. Aleen tells many tales from her work trip in LA. She talks about Spotify party celebrity sightings, forgetting names of celebrities in their face, and how she met some of the Heated Rivalry cast. Plus, they unveil a new segment and ask their burning question: why won’t Timothée Chalamet say Kylie Jenner’s name out loud? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Publisher: Betches Media
Language: English
Category: Film & TV
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 55 min
Latest episode: 9 Oct 2026
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