We Should Talk
149 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 102 ratingsWe Should Talk is a weekly interview series hosted by In The Know's pop culture expert Gibson Johns. Each week, he'll unpack the cultural moment you should be talking about, share first-hand tales of stars in the wild and interview celebs, reality stars and influencers you care about.
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Whitney Rose (RHOSLC)
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MBWhitney Rose is leaning into being a Real Housewife more than ever. Gibson Johns interviews the "Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star about her experience on the Bravo hit, how and why she leveled up for season 2, her topsy turvy relationship with Lisa Barlow and how things when so left between her and Mary M. Cosby. They also chatted about the Jen Shah scandal, including what it was like watching that moment back on TV, where she stands with Jen currently and whether or not she's worried...
Ciara Miller (Winter House / Summer House)
November 11, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47 MBCiara Miller has jumped head first into the world of reality TV on Bravo. Gibson Johns interviews the "Summer House" star about filming the current "Winter House" spinoff and the various romances that sprung out of the show, including her own with "Southern Charm" star Austen Kroll. They talk about where things stand between them now, how much she knew about his situation with Lindsay Hubbard and whether or not she watched "Southern Charm" before heading to Vermont. They also cover her frien...
Ariana Madix (Vanderpump Rules)
October 28, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBAriana Madix is just as happy as the rest of us that "Vanderpump Rules" is finally back. Gibson Johns interviews the longtime cast member about the Bravo hit's extended hiatus between seasons, whether or not she doubted that it would return at all, what she thinks about the cast members that are still on the show and how some of her co-stars becoming parents has affected the group dynamic. They also chat about her ongoing tension with Lala Kent, why things get so electric between Tom Sandova...
Kyle Cooke & Amanda Batula (Winter House / Summer House)
October 21, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBYou know them from "Summer House," but Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula are now doing double duty with Bravo's newest series, "Winter House." Gibson Johns interviews the newlyweds about filming the show in snowy Vermont with fan favorites from "Summer House" and "Southern Charm," what we can expect from the new faces in the group and why the in-house hookups surprised them. They also chatted about the couple's recent nuptials in New Jersey, how "Winter House" differs from "Summer House," how the...
Eboni K. Williams
October 07, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MBEboni K. Williams made her mark on "RHONY" this past season. Gibson Johns interviews the TV personality about her experience on the legacy Bravo franchise, becoming the show's first Black cast member and all of the conversations that her appearance on the show sparked with her cast mates and fans alike. They discuss the constant headlines that plagued the end of season 13, her co-stars' grasp on social issues, criticism and support she received throughout the season and finding her father on...
Matt James
September 30, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MBMatt James took a lot of positives from his time as the lead on "The Bachelor." Gibson Johns interviews the most recent star of the show about life after the reality show, including focusing on his efforts to give back to his community through ABC Food Tours and his partnership with Lettuce Grow. They discuss where his passion for service stems from, where he hopes it can take him and the ways in which his time on "The Bachelor" has helped amplify that work. The interview also touches upon a...
The D'Amelio Family: Charli, Dixie, Heidi and Marc
September 23, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MBThe D'Amelio family is opening up like never before. Gibson Johns interviews TikTok stars Charli D'Amelio and Dixie D'Amelio, as well as their parents Heidi and Marc D'Amelio about their Hulu docuseries, "The D'Amelio Show," why they decided to share a deeper look into their lives, who they want to actually watch the show and who they want it to impact. They also discuss constant comparisons to the Kardashians, navigating the entertainment industry as a family and what they want the next yea...
Lisa Barlow
September 16, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBLisa Barlow is ready for fans to finally see season 2 of "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City." Gibson Johns interviews the Bravo star about all of the second season's hottest topics, including the Jen Shah scandal, how Lisa initially reacted to authorities showing up at Beauty Lab + Laser, the rollercoaster of emotions that followed and what her mentality is now when it comes to Jen. They also discuss Lisa's friendship with Meredith, what we can expect from the discussions around Mary Cos...
Tracy Tutor
September 09, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBTracy Tutor unapologetically brings her authentic self to "Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles." Gibson Johns interviews the real estate agent about her current fourth season on the hit Bravo show, being the only female cast member, how she deals with naysayers and how COVID affected both "MDLLA" and the real estate market in general. They also discuss Tracy bringing her relationship with boyfriend Erik Anderson to the show, how Fredrik Eklund joining the cast affects the drama, hanging out w...
Wendy Osefo
September 08, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBWendy Osefo certainly isn't experiencing the sophomore slump. Gibson Johns interviews the "Real Housewives of Potomac" star about her second season on the Bravo hit, including her feud with Gizelle Bryant, what her true issue with the entire situation was and how her husband, Eddie Osefo, has reacted to all of this drama around the false rumors about their marriage. They also discuss her newfound friendship with Karen Huger, what fans don't realize about her first season on the show, if we c...
Gizelle Bryant
September 02, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.1 MBGizelle Bryant continues to be the word on the street. Gibson Johns interviews the original "Real Housewives of Potomac" cast member about all things season 6 of the hit Bravo series, including where her friendship with Wendy Osefo went left, calling her about the unsubstantiated cheating rumors before the season started and whether we can expect any resolution in their relationship. They also discuss Gizelle's up-and-down friendshp with Karen Huger, her daughters constantly shading her for ...
Batsheva Haart
August 19, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBBatsheva Haart knows that "My Unorthodox Life" isn't for everyone. Gibson Johns interviews Netflix's newest reality star about the divided reaction to the show, dealing with the heightened attention that it's given her over the past month or so and whether she has changed her approach to what she shares as a social media influencer as a result. They also talk about her relationship with her mom, Julia Haart, as well as her marriage to Ben Weinstein, her love of fashion and what she hopes vie...
Sutton Stracke
August 12, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MBSutton Stracke finally got her diamond. Gibson Johns interviews the "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star about all things season 11, including becoming a full-time Housewife, her ongoing feud with Crystal Kung Minkoff and where they stand now, the off-camera conversation they shared and dealing with fan reaction to the drama this season. They also talk about the ever-changing Erika Jayne situation, asking the questions that nobody else is willing to ask and whether she thinks some of her ...
Bershan Shaw
August 05, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBBershan Shaw brought some much needed energy to this season of "The Real Housewives of New York City." Gibson Johns interviews the new friend of the cast about joining the show while it filmed during the pandemic, that divisive cast trip to Salem, her friendship with Ramona Singer and what fans can expect from her on the rest of this season of "RHONY." They also discuss her various entrepreneurial ventures, her cancer battles, utilizing her colorful life experience as a life coach and more.
Ashley Darby
July 22, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBAshley Darby has been an open book on "The Real Housewives of Potomac" from the beginning. Gibson Johns interviews the original cast member about her time on the show, including getting through various hurdles in her marriage, welcoming both of her sons and her evolving friendships with here co-stars. They also discuss the upcoming drama on season 6, including how she gets along with newbie Mia Thornton, why she and Candiace still can't get along, what's going on with Gizelle and Jamal Bryan...
Ashley Tisdale
July 15, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MBAshley Tisdale recently became a mom for the first time when she welcomed baby Jupiter back in March. Gibson Johns interviews the singer, actress and lifestyle blogger all about her newfound motherhood, navigating pressure around raising her daughter in the public eye, breastfeeding and the products she uses. They also discuss introducing Jupiter to friend and former "High School Musical" co-star Vanessa Hudgens, what it's like seeing the continuation of the "HSM" brand into the streaming er...
Candiace Dillard Bassett
July 08, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 65 MBCandiace Dillard Bassett was ready for a reset on this season of "The Real Housewives of Potomac." Gibson Johns interviews the "RHOP" star about all things season 6 of the Bravo hit, including leaving "negativity" behind in season 5, focusing on her music career and being managed by her husband and why she and Ashley Darby can't seem to get along. They also discuss Gizelle Bryant's relationship with ex-husband, Jamal, the rumors about Wendy Osefo's husband, Eddie, and how it feels to count R...
Anisha Ramakrishna
July 01, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MBAnisha Ramakrishna is one of the stars of Bravo's most promising new show, "Family Karma." Gibson Johns interviews the reality star about the show returning for its current second season and all of the drama that the intergenerational cast brought with them. They also discuss the importance of highlighting multiple gay characters on the show, reflecting their true realities in front of the cameras, getting judged by other families in her Indian-American community and who she thinks some of h...
Jade Roper Tolbert
June 24, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBIt's been over five years since Jade Roper Tolbert met her future husband, Tanner Tolbert, on "Bachelor in Paradise." Gibson Johns interviews the alum of "The Bachelor" about life after the show, including being a mom to three kids, staying connected to Bachelor Nation all these years later and holding a "soft spot" for "BIP" despite all the changes the show has gone through. They also discuss Chris Harrison's exit from the Bachelor universe, her thoughts on Katie Thurston's season of "The B...
Garcelle Beauvais
June 17, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBGarcelle Beauvais isn't afraid to ask the questions that everyone else wants answers to. Gibson Johns interviews the multihyphenate star about highlighting women's issues through her various gigs, like starring on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," co-hosting "The Real," hosting her podcast "Going to Bed with Garcelle" and partnering with Tena. They also discuss what she'd like to see more of on "RHOBH," how she's doing at this point in the season, what she likes best and worst about th...
Lisa Vanderpump
June 03, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBLisa Vanderpump has "Real Houswives" firmly in her rearview mirror. Gibson Johns interviews the former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star about shining a light on her dog advocacy work on her latest show, "Vanderpump Dogs," which premiere's on Peacock on June 9. They also talk about where she's focusing her energy post-"Housewives," what it's been like filming the upcoming season of "Vanderpump Rules" after a year off and more.
Tyler Whitman
May 20, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MBTyler Whitman is staking his claim on the New York City real estate world. Gibson Johns interviews the "Million Dollar Listing New York" star about joining the show midway through last season, his relationships with co-stars like Ryan Serhant and Kirsten Jordan, how the pandemic affected his business and reaching out to former "Real Housewives of New York City" star and budding real estate powerhouse Kelly Bensimon. They also discuss his struggle to not be defined by his weight loss transfor...
Nina Parker
May 13, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 49.9 MBNina Parker has become one of E!'s most recognized and beloved personalities in recent years. Gibson Johns interviews the "Nightly Pop" co-host about making history with The Nina Parker Collection, Macy's first ever plus-size clothing line designed by a Black woman, and how years of feeling excluded by fashion led her to this moment. They also discuss her thoughts on Lena Dunham's controversial foray into plus-size fashion, designing her own Oscars gown in 2020, the start of her career at TM...
Dolores Catania
May 06, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBDolores Catania has been a stalwart of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" since season 7. Gibson Johns interviews the reality star about the current season of "RHONJ," including all of the speculation about her relationships with ex-husband, Frank, and current boyfriend, David, and the fan reaction to her conversation with David about her getting work done. They also discuss what Jennifer Aydin brings to the show, memories with Teresa Giudice from down the Shore, doing an event at BravoCon ...
Benito Skinner and Mary Beth Barone
April 29, 2021 11:00 - 50 minutes - 69 MBBenito Skinner and Mary Beth Barone is a duo you can't help but be obsessed with. Gibson Johns interviews the comedians about turning their friendship into a new Spotify exclusive podcast, "Obsessed," interacting with their fans IRL, what it's like to go viral and why they have their eyes set on fame beyond the internet. They also discuss Benito working with the Kardashians, Mary Beth's appearance on "The Tonight Show," their pop culture blind spots and more.
Carl Radke
April 22, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes - 51 MBCarl Radke has gone through many ups and downs during his five seasons on "Summer House." Gibson Johns interviews the Bravo veteran about his rollercoaster of a journey, his struggle to deal with the heartbreaking death of his brother, embracing sobriety and feeling the support not only from his "Summer House" co-stars but also from the greater Bravo community. They also look back at his time on "Summer House," reflect on how far the show has some and break down this season's most dramatic m...
Ciara Miller
April 15, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MBCiara Miller proved to be a very welcome addition to "Summer House" this season. Gibson Johns interviews Ciara about going from being a nurse in the ICU at the beginning of the pandemic to becoming the show's lone new addition for season 5, what her experience has been like with Bravo fans and who was the most welcoming to her in the house. They also discuss her relationship with Luke Gulbranson, her friendship with Hannah Berner, her attraction to Carl Radke and whether she'd return to "Sum...
Chrishell Stause
April 01, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MBChrishell Stause is a breakout star of Netflix's "Selling Sunset," and she has a lot in store for the upcoming fourth season. Gibson Johns interviewed Chrishell about keeping the show's two-season renewal a secret, who she's been in contact with from the cast during the pandemic and what she could tease for the upcoming episodes, which are currently filming. They also talked about the changing and growing nature of her worldwide fame, recently redecorating her home with the help of Marshalls...
Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula
March 25, 2021 11:00 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MBKyle Cooke and Amanda Batula have been at the heart of Bravo's "Summer House" since the beginning. Gibson Johns interviews the couple about their time on the reality show and going into business together with their booming alcohol brand, Loverboy. They discuss all things season 5 of "Summer House," including where Kyle stands with Hannah Berner, what they think of Lindsay Hubbard's love life and Carl Radke overcoming the heartbreaking loss of his brother. They also talk about filming and con...
Melissa Gorga
March 18, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBMelissa Gorga is a longtime staple of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey." Gibson Johns interviews the 9-season cast member about why the current eleventh season is the most dramatic she's witnessed "in a long time," including the drama between Teresa Giudice and Jackie Goldschneider and what it's like being caught in the middle, airing out a rough patch in her marriage with Joe Gorga and continuing to butt heads with Jennifer Aydin. They also look back at some of Melissa's most memorable mo...
Mariah Smith
March 11, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 57 MBMariah Smith is a writer known for her reality TV expertise. Gibson Johns interviews Mariah about her new podcast Spectacle, in which she does deep dives on all of our favorite unscripted shows, and gets her thoughts on various hot-button issues surrounding "The Bachelor," "Keeping Up With the Kardashians," "The Voice," "Real Housewives" and more. They also chat about the importance of representation on TV, the role of the host on reality shows and more.
Margaret Josephs
March 04, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBMargaret Josephs has staked her claim as one of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey's" most vital stars. Gibson Johns interviews the so-called Powerhouse in Pigtails about the current eleventh season of the Bravo hit, including everything about that wild premiere episode and why Teresa Giudice and Jackie Goldschneider can never seem to get along. They also chat about where she stands with Teresa herself, why the current cast works so well, which OG she'd like to see return to the show and wha...
Tayshia Adams
February 25, 2021 12:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBTayshia Adams was the best lead that "The Bachelorette" has had in years. Gibson Johns interviews the fan-favorite about making history as the first biracial lead ever and the importance of representation on the show, as well as some of the more important and serious conversations she was willing to have on camera during her season. They also chat about Tayshia's new life with fiancé Zac Clark in New York City, where she sees herself going with her career in the future, what her thoughts are...
Meredith Marks
February 18, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 52 MBMeredith Marks made more than just fashion statements on the first season of "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City." Gibson Johns interviews Marks about the breakout Bravo hit, including filming while separated from her husband, her son, Brooks, stealing the spotlight and where she stands with the likes of Lisa Barlow and Jen Shah. They also discuss the "RHOSLC" reunion, Meredith's signature ensemble, the origin of her catchphrase "I'm disengaging" and more.
Heather and Max Dubrow
February 11, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MBHeather Dubrow's daughter, Max, is following in her footsteps in the podcast world. Gibson Johns interviews the mother-daughter duo about their respective podcasts (Heather Dubrow's World and I'll Give It To You Straightish), where they draw the line when it comes to sharing embarrassing family stories, how they approached Max's recent coming out and the impact that that moment had on their followers. They also look back at Heather's "Real Housewives of Orange County" journey, react to fans ...
Lindsay Hubbard
February 04, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 57 MBLindsay Hubbard has proven to be a top-notch reality star during her time on Bravo's "Summer House." Gibson Johns interviews the founder of Hubb House PR about her time on the Hamptons-set reality show and what fans can expect from the upcoming fifth season of "Summer House," which was filmed with the entire cast and crew in quarantine last summer. They also discuss Lindsay's recent breakup, her complex friendship with co-star Hannah Berner, longtime friend Carl Radke's self-improvement and ...
Tiffany Moon
January 28, 2021 12:00 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBTiffany Moon has already won over the hearts of Bravo fans just a few episodes into her first season on "The Real Housewives of Dallas." Gibson Johns interviews Tiffany about her first season on the Bravo hit, why she signed up for the show in the first place, what it was like discussing Brandi's resurfaced video in her first ever episode and the confessional comment that truly shocked her. They also discuss her relationships with the rest of her co-stars, balancing her career as a doctor wi...
Rocky Barnes
January 14, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 47 MBRocky Barnes became one of the original Instagram bloggers when she started documenting her travels as a model a decade ago. Gibson Johns interviews Rocky about laying the groundwork for the influencer economy, what she thinks about all the "stupid" influencer drama from recent years, how motherhood has altered her perception of her career and her latest endeavor, clothing collection The Bright Side. They also chatted about her various breakout moments over the years, including co-starring i...
Leva Bonaparte
January 07, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 48.1 MBLeva Bonaparte has already made quite the splash on the current seventh season of Bravo's "Southern Charm." Gibson Johns interviews the show's newest cast member about finally joining the show after years of knowing the cast, holding co-star Kathryn Dennis accountable for her actions, using her new platform to challenge the antiquated ideals of the Old South and not being afraid to talk about race on the show. They also chatted about Austen Kroll and Madison LeCroy's relationship, the upcomi...
Nazanin Mandi
December 31, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBNazanin Mandi is a name you should know. Gibson Johns interviews Nazanin as she looks back at the first decade of her career as a multihyphenate entertainer, going from being kicked off of "American Idol" at age 15 to stealing the show in Rihanna's most recent Savage X Fenty fashion show alongside her husband, Miguel. They also discuss her one-season foray into reality TV, changing beauty standards and channeling her struggles with depression and body dysmorphia into a new career as a life c...
Comments By Celebs co-founders Emma Diamond and Julie Kramer
December 17, 2020 12:00 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBEmma Diamond and Julie Kramer co-founded Comments By Celebs with a single Instagram account back in 2017, and they've since grown it into an empire. Gibson Johns interviews the duo about expanding the CBC brand into other pages and a popular podcast, their decision to stay behind the scenes and not make themselves the faces of the brand, the evolving nature of celebrities in an increasingly online world and what they think is in store for the Kardashians' future.
Lauren Zima
December 03, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 62.5 MBLauren Zima has solidified herself as perhaps the single most preeminent authority on all things Bachelor Nation through her work at Entertainment Tonight. Gibson Johns interviews Lauren about her thoughts on the unusual current season of "The Bachelorette," how she built her recap show "Roses and Rosé," what it's been like covering the show while dating host Chris Harrison and becoming friends with other Bachelor figures and her upcoming podcast, due out later this month.
Kalen Allen
November 19, 2020 12:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBKalen Allen's life has completely changed over the past three years since he first went viral for reacting to food videos on Facebook. Gibson Johns interviews the comedian about his life before and after going viral, including what it was like being given the opportunity of a lifetime by Ellen DeGeneres and his favorite interactions with celebrities like Oprah and Michelle Obama at her show. Kalen also shares his thoughts on Ellen's controversial 2020, channeling Mariah Carey by launching hi...
Shangela
November 12, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBDuring the past decade, Shangela has cemented herself as one of the most successful drag queens in the entertainment industry. Gibson Johns interviews the star about her three times on "RuPaul's Drag Race," working with Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, her new Spotify series "Halleloo Happy Hour" and paying it forward by giving back to the drag community during the pandemic.
Benito Skinner
November 05, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBBenito Skinner, also known as @bennydrama7 on Instagram, has cultivated over a million followers through his one-of-a-kind viral videos. Gibson Johns interviews the comedian about how he got to where he is now, what it's like having celebs like Lady Gaga and Khloe Kardashian react to his impersonations of them, how he's been able to monetize his career with creative #sponcon and what's next for his career (look out for his take on "Emily in Paris").
Alexis Ren
October 29, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBA decade into her career, Alexis Ren continues to prove that she is always looking to be better. Gibson Johns interviews the model about being discovered by Brandy Melville at the age of 13, struggling to garner respect as an influencer in the modeling world, how she looks back at her experiences as Sports Illustrated Swimsuit's Rookie of the Year and a standout on "Dancing With the Stars" and how the death of her mother as a teenager impacted her decisions. They also discuss her latest vent...
Danny Pellegrino
October 22, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MBDanny Pellegrino has become a pillar of the Bravo world through his influential pop culture podcast, Everything Iconic. Gibson Johns interviews Danny about how his show came to be, how a Britney Spears Instagram post inspired its name, why he tries to keep his content positive and how he's seen social media change over the years. They also discuss interactions with Bravo stars, the state of Real Housewives and more.
Brielle Biermann & Kim Zolciak-Biermann
October 08, 2020 16:00 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBEight seasons into "Don't Be Tardy," Brielle Biermann and mom Kim Zolciak show no signs of slowing down. Gibson Johns interviews the mother-daughter duo about their 12 years on Bravo, dealing with negative Instagram comments, going into business together with KAB Cosmetics, the internet's obsession with what work they have or haven't gotten done, why Kim was "pissed" at Andy Cohen ahead of BravoCon and much more.
Emma Chamberlain
October 01, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 50 MBEmma Chamberlain revolutionized the YouTube world by simply being herself, and now she's well on her way to building an empire with tens of millions of followers, luxury fashion partnerships and her own coffee brand, Chamberlain Coffee. Gibson interviews her about her career, being taken seriously outside of social media and feeling closer to her fans than her family.