Scandalous Diamonds
122 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 9 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 46 ratingsWelcome to the Scandalous Diamonds Podcast, where co-hosts Jennifer Lusk and Dana Compton recap the New York Times' Best-Selling novels by the one and only Jackie Collins. Join us for laughs, gasps, diamonds and everything in between.
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Episodes
S4 Ep. 6 - "We Are Not Murdered, So We're Gonna Eat!"
April 10, 2022 11:45 - 1 hour - 234 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 1-10 of the L.A. Connections book, "Obsession," and it is decided that no Jackie Collins book would be complete without an under-the-table hand job at a dinner party. Jen exhibits stunning mathletic skills (but not so great directional skills) and Dana has a run in with a dog bakery. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S4 Ep. 5 - "She Must Have a Giant Urethra"
April 03, 2022 11:45 - 1 hour - 233 MBJennifer and Dana kick off Book 2 of L.A. Connections, "Obsession," with lots of stage whispering. A listener suggests the female equivalent word for "cocksman," and the girls learn about the phenomenon called "Urethral Sounding." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S4 Ep. 4 - "Muff & Snuff"
March 27, 2022 11:45 - 1 hour - 214 MBJennifer and Dana are back in Nipple Land with the culmination of "Power," the first book in L.A. Connections. The girls debunk the "permanent record" scare tactic from when they were kids, and reminisce about old-school fax machines. Jen is bringing back cocktail rings that double as watches, and Dana recounts the time she viewed a collection of paintings of her client and his wife having sex. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/...
S4 Ep. 3 - "Me and My Parrot Do Not Like You"
March 20, 2022 11:45 - 1 hour - 192 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 7-11 of the L.A. Connections book, "Power." Jen decides that Jared Leto is an amazing shapeshifter in the movie House of Gucci and Dana declares that the Prohibition really just amounted to a lot of miserable, sweaty people. The duo admires Mistress Sofia, a Dominatrix in the U.K. who has the best business plan in the world. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S4 Ep. 2 - "You Need to Go to the Light"
March 13, 2022 11:45 - 1 hour - 225 MBJennifer and Dana cover the beginning of Book One, "Power," while dissecting the ins and outs of joining the Mile High Club and attempting to figure out the difference between an Agent and a Manager in Hollywood. Both agree that parking garages are confusing yet dangerous, and that if you are going to put a ring on it, then you shouldn't be an ass-hat. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S4 Ep. 1 - "Super Choke-y"
March 06, 2022 12:45 - 1 hour - 207 MBJennifer and Dana kick off Season 4 with a plea to Antarctica to start listening so the podcast can brag about being on every continent. Jen takes us back to 1997 with this season's Jackie Collins novel, L.A. Connections and Dana regales us with her own version of "I Survived," in which she and America's Husband barely survive a trip to Tampa, Florida. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
"Interview with Will Cunningham - Hollywood Wives"
February 20, 2022 12:45 - 1 hour - 206 MBJennifer and Dana interview the delightful Will Cunningham (@theoneritz) who is a Jackie Collins Superfan. They dissect Hollywood Wives, gossip about the stars, share a love for soap operas and marvel at Will's amazing Instagram portraits. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
Scandalous Bloopers - Year One
February 16, 2022 12:45 - 21 minutes - 48.3 MBHappy One Year Anniversary to the Scandalous Diamonds Podcast! In this bonus episode, Jen and Dana open up the vault and share their bloopers and the parts that were edited out for massive inappropriateness. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 17 - "G-Rated Amish Romance"
February 06, 2022 12:45 - 2 hours - 283 MBJennifer expertly wraps up her re-telling of Hollywood Wives, and the suspense is so great that Dana's voice reaches new octaves while she tries to climb her whole body into her sweatshirt. Jen refuses to declare vegetarianism on her voter registration card, Dana raves about laundry and zits on Tik Tok, and the girls read storylines they have created for a G-Rated Amish Romance genre. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 16 - "Little S. Schortz Contracts an STD"
January 30, 2022 12:45 - 2 hours - 279 MBJennifer and Dana kick off Book 2 (Chapters 71-75) of Hollywood Wives. Jen visits a gemologist and Dana reveals that she has a secret, back-alley source for good yarn. After getting their colors done, the girls discover that Jen is a "Wednesday Addams" and Dana is a "Barbie." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 15 - "This is a Stabby Situation"
January 23, 2022 12:45 - 1 hour - 193 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 65-70 of Hollywood Wives in a breathtaking conclusion to Book One. It is decided that Greeks are the coolest and Michiganders are experts in rain boot fashion. Dana announces her retirement plan of being an armchair detective and Jen announces that the 90's are back, baby! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 14 - "Wedgie City"
January 16, 2022 12:45 - 1 hour - 264 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 61-64 of Hollywood Wives while Dana finds joy through vegetable organization, Jen recaps a grown-up conversation through the eyes of a 16-year-old valley girl, and both heavily discuss the logistics of jumping out of a cake. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 13 - "Twat's That"
January 09, 2022 13:45 - 2 hours - 121 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 55-60 of Hollywood Wives and give a shout-out to any scandalous nuns who are listening, agree to disagree about wearing mismatched earrings and reminisce about the ability to slam the phone down on someone. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 12 - "Pusskins Malone"
January 02, 2022 12:45 - 1 hour - 271 MBJen and Dana ring in the New Year with Chapters 49-54 of Hollywood Wives and regale listeners with tales of the Laura Elizabeth Jewelry Trunk Party, declare that their podcast mission includes objectifying men, have some choice words for men who blame women when they can't get it up. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 11 - "Lashing of Diamonds"
December 19, 2021 12:45 - 1 hour - 269 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 44-48 of Hollywood Wives and continue the conversation about sexy taxidermy and agree that no one should tattoo a foreign language on their body without knowing for sure what it means. Dana is getting ready to start a new diet that will either make her feel amazing or insanely hangry and the girls laugh about a doctor trying to navigate telling a woman that her husband's penis is stuck inside another woman's vagina. Become a supporter of this podcast: https:/...
S3 Ep. 10 - "Penisgate 1983"
December 12, 2021 22:26 - 1 hour - 231 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 39-43 of Hollywood Wives and ask everyone to let them know what Jackie Collins book they should cover in the next season. The gals are in awe of an amazing vintage gift sent by a fabulous friend in Omaha and decide that business negotiations and genitals typically don't mix. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 9 - "We Return to Our Regularly-Scheduled Threesome"
December 05, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 267 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 33-38 of Hollywood Wives (the big party episode!), where they marvel at the longest threesome ever, laugh at Bachelorette parties where they have penis-themed everything and wonder what rich people do with a winter study in their mansion. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 8 - "The End of the Thruple"
November 21, 2021 12:45 - 2 hours - 124 MBJennifer and Dana welcome special guest Allison Baker, who regales listeners with tales of taxidermied pole-dancing animals, driving in Europe in a huge vehicle and tiger parenting. The girls laugh about airport jail, try to sell Allison on their latest MLM scheme, and return to their respective homes to cook naked and clean like the Canadians. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 7 - "Dick to Dick"
November 14, 2021 12:45 - 1 hour - 264 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 25-28 of Hollywood Wives, reflect on their time living together for the past few months and determine that going No. 2 in front of anyone should be completely off-limits. The girls marvel at the phenomenon of "Competitive Endurance Tickling." They get their colors done and Dana laments that she has been wearing the wrong colors for 39 years while Jen is spot on with her all-black wardrobe. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/s...
S3 Ep. 6 - "Vaginas in the Hallway"
November 07, 2021 13:55 - 1 hour - 199 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 21-24, while Dana schools everyone on how to use a quartz stone to balance your whole life, Jennifer recalls a wacky day at a gynecologist's office in Tokyo and they marvel at one of the book character's plastic surgery history, including a "Tit Renovation" and "Snatch Tightening." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 5 - "Waterbed!"
October 31, 2021 11:45 - 1 hour - 265 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 17-20 and Dana recounts a recent trip to Santa Fe, NM with her mom and none other than Knox Jernigan. Jen wants Dana to go to a scary heavy metal concert where they set things on fire, Dana sets some boundaries around said concert, and they both agree that interpretive dance is bullshit. Listeners will hear about the first threesome of the Hollywood Wives journey, and a waterbed makes a surprise appearance. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spre...
S3 Ep. 4 - "A Whorish Tongue Twister"
October 24, 2021 11:45 - 1 hour - 240 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 13-16 and Dana recounts her Las Vegas Shit Show. The girls go to a Sebastian Bach and a Willie Nelson concert in the same weekend, proving that they are the "Middle-Aged Gone Wild." They laugh about funny room service stories and Dana wearing white after Labor Day. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 3 - "Back Alley Butt Lift"
October 17, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 218 MBJennifer and Dana discuss their insane trip to Austin together and the weird things about Texas, including the incredibly unflattering Rockies Jeans. Topics also include playing dress up, butt lift surgeries using Fix-a-Flat, and the consensus that that white tights look awful... on everyone... always. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 2 - "Karen With the Nipples"
October 10, 2021 12:00 - 2 hours - 285 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 5-8 and and reminisce about Gilligan's Island, decide that Nude is Rude, play Scandalous Trivia: Hollywood Edition and plan a bra shopping trip that ends with eating chocolate cake. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S3 Ep. 1 - "Season Threesome"
October 03, 2021 12:00 - 2 hours - 289 MBJennifer and Dana experience a wild and crazy start to Jackie Collins' acclaimed novel, Hollywood Wives. Helen Ellis, author and friend of the Podcast, reads the prologue that she wrote for this incredible book. Jennifer and Dana get excited that it's now spooky season where layering is necessary and witchcraft is acceptable, lament the difficulty of finding a good pair of jeans, and marvel at the mathletic and amazing Grace Hopper. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...
Helen Ellis - Author Interview
September 26, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBJennifer and Dana interview best-selling author Helen Ellis and discuss moving from small town Deep South to NYC, "The Land of Rye." Helen talks about overcoming self-perceived writing failure and getting back in the game. The moral of the story is that it is extremely fun to do the unexpected and just be a grown-ass lady in your "F***-It 50's!" Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S2 Ep. 8 - "Real Georgia Pussy"
September 05, 2021 11:45 - 2 hours - 290 MBJennifer and Dana wrap up The World is Full of Married Men with the Season 2 Finale! They discuss their current living situation as roommates, being too tired to attend virtual lip psychic events, not getting their vibrators mixed up, mirrors above beds, and their shared love of Elvis's Jungle Room. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S2 Ep. 7 - "There Was... a Water Hose Involved"
August 29, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 264 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 13-14 and part of 15 while remembering cassette tapes, express their passion for ROYGBIV, decide their favorite geometry shapes and retell a listener bad date story that involves butt cheeks frozen to a bumper. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S2 Ep. 6 - "Eyes Down Here, Ladies!"
August 22, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 255 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 11-12 with special guest Knox Jernigan, the bachelor heir to a margarine fortune. Listen for a special British accent competition, a trombone impersonation, a waterless cookware experience and lots of judging each other's life decisions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S2 Ep. 5 - "Who's Resigned NOW, Bitch?!"
August 15, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 214 MBJennifer and Dana, known as the "Social Workers of Romance Novels," cover Chapters 9-10 and discover that they are vintage-minded and sexually-accommodating, chat about guys wearing half shirts, give a lesson on staying professional when you shit your pants, and try to understand the trend of high-priced couture dicky shirt inserts. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S2 Ep. 4 - "Dick in Danger"
August 08, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 223 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 7-8 and discuss which sex positions get you into the biggest predicaments as well as reveal the Feng Shui secret for bringing the perfect mate into your life. The girls are astonished at the revelation that they both sleep walk, and that Jen once had a haunted painting in her bedroom. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S2 Ep. 3 - "If You Don't Like It, Don't Look"
August 01, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 184 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 5-6 while on a lake vacation together where they take their friendship to the next level. The girls give out several PSAs, including how to drive in a parking lot and when to leave (spoiler alert: when he calls you a bitch). Also discussed is a strategy to peruse the pantry in search of a carb, and how to not let your ovaries get in the way of the beakers if you are a "lady scientist." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scand...
S2 Ep. 2 - "Classy as Shit"
July 25, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 268 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 3-4 and marvel at the concept of 1968 diswashers, wonder where in the world is Knightsbridge (Spoiler Alert - literally right next to Hyde Park), tell their favorite "walk of shame" stories, dissect a beatnik sex scene and introduce the fun new game "Get the F*** Out NOW!" Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S2 Ep. 1 - "You Are My #3 Mistress"
July 18, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 201 MBJennifer and Dana dig into Jackie's debut novel, The World is Full of Married Men, and cover chapters 1-2. The girls are back from vacation and talk about fabulous fan gifts they received, UFOs (but more specifically, alien probes), their own personal protest stories, and the sensuous, savage, shocking world of show business. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
Jamie Brenner - 'Blush' Author Interview
June 22, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 155 MBJennifer and Dana interview best-selling author Jamie Brenner and discuss her amazing new novel, Blush! Girl talk includes sneaking Jackie Collins books into the house in 8th grade, the comparison of wine to women (Spoiler Alert: The older vines produce less grapes, but the grapes are FABULOUS), living in 1990s New York City, and renegotiating your life in your 50s (Spoiler Alert #2: The second act can be even better than the first act when it comes to life). Become a supporter of this podca...
Ep. 19 - "Jamie Brenner - 'Blush' Author Interview"
June 22, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 155 MBJennifer and Dana interview best-selling author Jamie Brenner and discuss her amazing new novel, Blush! Girl talk includes sneaking Jackie Collins books into the house in 8th grade, the comparison of wine to women (Spoiler Alert: The older vines produce less grapes, but the grapes are FABULOUS), living in 1990s New York City, and renegotiating your life in your 50s (Spoiler Alert #2: The second act can be even better than the first act when it comes to life).
S1 Ep. 18 - "Scandalous Diamonds Stops For No Man"
June 13, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 227 MBIn the Season One Finale, Jennifer and Dana record from the road while on vacation together. The gals cover Book Four (Chapters 81-86), ending the journey of American Star: A Love Story and determine once and for all that this isn't the Codcast, the Funeral Podcast or a True Crime Podcast. They recount their recent shared ER experience, the insect that tried to assassinate Jen, underwater sex, imagine what Frannie and DW would be like as godparents, and wrap up with the announcement of the Ja...
Ep. 18 - "Scandalous Diamonds Stops For No Man"
June 13, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 227 MBIn the Season One Finale, Jennifer and Dana record from the road while on vacation together. The gals cover Book Four (Chapters 81-86), ending the journey of American Star: A Love Story and determine once and for all that this isn't the Codcast, the Funeral Podcast or a True Crime Podcast. They recount their recent shared ER experience, the insect that tried to assassinate Jen, underwater sex, imagine what Frannie and DW would be like as godparents, and wrap up with the announcement of the Ja...
Ep. 17 - "Fine... I'll Just Masturbate Again"
June 06, 2021 13:27 - 2 hours - 286 MBJennifer and Dana cover all of Book Three (Chapters 74-80) and announce the Scandalous Chakras, bond over making fun of people who talk on speaker phone in public places, their love of Dudley Moore and discover that they each have very different vacation styles while on cruises and are both really mediocre at dirty talk.
S1 Ep. 17 - "Fine... I'll Just Masturbate Again"
June 06, 2021 13:27 - 2 hours - 286 MBJennifer and Dana cover all of Book Three (Chapters 74-80) and announce the Scandalous Chakras, bond over making fun of people who talk on speaker phone in public places, their love of Dudley Moore and discover that they each have very different vacation styles while on cruises and are both really mediocre at dirty talk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
Ep. 16 - "I'm Sorry I Glossed Over the Threesome"
May 30, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 69-73, concluding Book Two. This epic episode brings back the bend and snap dance move while the girls extensively discuss body piercings, a funny fetus story, ladies who baby shower, and what you do when literally in Rome (spoiler alert: have sex).
S1 Ep. 16 - "I'm Sorry I Glossed Over the Threesome"
May 30, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 69-73, concluding Book Two. This epic episode brings back the bend and snap dance move while the girls extensively discuss body piercings, a funny fetus story, ladies who baby shower, and what you do when literally in Rome (spoiler alert: have sex). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
S1 Ep. 15 - "Random Acts of Sexness"
May 23, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 96.8 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 63-68 and express their dismay over being terrible at spray tans, recount the amazingly fun Scandalous Diamonds launch party, wonder whether Queen Elizabeth reads Jackie Collins and deliver a PSA about not dating married people. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
Ep. 15 - "Random Acts of Sexness"
May 23, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 96.8 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 63-68 and express their dismay over being terrible at spray tans, recount the amazingly fun Scandalous Diamonds launch party, wonder whether Queen Elizabeth reads Jackie Collins and deliver a PSA about not dating married people.
Ep. 14 - "Addicted to Dicks"
May 16, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 58-62 and gush over Sebastian Bach's scandalous shout-out while discussing the infamous Cocaine Bear, saggy old guy butts, the inspiration for "Where's Waldo," and Ham and Leg breakfast buffets at the strip club.
S1 Ep. 14 - "Addicted to Dicks"
May 16, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 58-62 and gush over Sebastian Bach's scandalous shout-out while discussing the infamous Cocaine Bear, saggy old guy butts, the inspiration for "Where's Waldo," and Ham and Leg breakfast buffets at the strip club. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
Ep. 13 - "Loose Lips Sink Ships"
May 09, 2021 12:53 - 1 hour - 98.7 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 49-57 and laugh about bizarre wedding photos, profuse sweating through Hawaiian shirts, being fancy with your periods and burying bodies in Nevada.
S1 Ep. 13 - "Loose Lips Sink Ships"
May 09, 2021 12:53 - 1 hour - 98.7 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 49-57 and laugh about bizarre wedding photos, profuse sweating through Hawaiian shirts, being fancy with your periods and burying bodies in Nevada. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scandalous-diamonds--4784580/support.
Ep. 12 - "Leave Your Boundaries at the Door"
May 02, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 44 to the middle of Chapter 49 and chat about a whole town that doesn't understand consent, why all the decent guys are either married or hiding, the power of ponchos, what's really inside those unmarked moving trucks and the incomparable hotness of Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird. The girls also offer their party attendance services as long as someone else pays all of their expenses.
S1 Ep. 12 - "Leave Your Boundaries at the Door"
May 02, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBJennifer and Dana cover Chapters 44 to the middle of Chapter 49 and chat about a whole town that doesn't understand consent, why all the decent guys are either married or hiding, the power of ponchos, what's really inside those unmarked moving trucks and the incomparable hotness of Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird. The girls also offer their party attendance services as long as someone else pays all of their expenses. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast...