Betch Slapped

Jordana and Sami are back this week to talk all about the Real Housewives of New York and Beverly Hills. They start out by highlighting the biggest problems with RHONY this season, including the misery of revisiting 2020, and trying to get through a season with such a small cast. They also talk about the challenges RHOBH faces this season, especially with Erika Girardi skirting the subject of her legal troubles, and tell us what they think of the newest cast members. They reflect on The Hustler and the Housewife documentary with a conversation about Erika’s level of involvement and how she portrays herself publicly. Plus, they play F*ck, Marry, Kill with a few of the biggest Housewives scandals. Finally, they dive into this week’s game of “Tag It and Bag It” featuring some of the best taglines in Real Housewives history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Jordana, Sami and Aleen are back to talk all about Jordana’s bachelorette party this past weekend. First, they discuss a recent rumor regarding Scooter Braun and Erica Jane, which leads Jordana to share a story about meeting Scooter in person. They also talk about the RHOBH secrecy pact, how much the housewives protect each other, and who they hope will return to the show next season. Then they dive into the bachelorette weekend in Tahoe, with stories about how they ended up in that location, almost didn’t get home, and partied all day on a boat (obviously). Then it’s time for the game of the week, as they hand out awards for the standout moments and people from the bachelorette party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordana, Sami and Aleen are back from a brief hiatus to talk all about all the latest developments in the #FreeBritney saga. They start with a preview of Jordana’s upcoming bachelorette party this weekend, including what they’ll be doing and who will be missing out. Then they dive into an explanation of how Britney came to be subject to this conservatorship, why it’s so f*cked up, and the reason it may finally be coming to an end. Is it time for Britney to finally be free of the conservatorship? Then they close out the show with a game of “Quiz Me Baby One More Time” featuring a finish-the-lyrics challenge and some Britney Spears trivia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, it’s time for the final episode of season 1 of @Betches! To celebrate the finale, Jordana, Sami, and Aleen bring us The Betchies Awards, during which they take a look at the past ten years. They debate a series of categories to chose the lucky winners, covering everything from Betches milestones to overrated food fads to the most memorable viral moments of years past. After that, it’s time for the Dear Betches email for the week, where a listener writes about re-finding her own sense of identity and setting goals for the future after a tough breakup. How can you get specific with your goal setting when you don’t have a clear roadmap for the future? To end the show, they play The Songs of the Summer, where they test their knowledge on the summer songs of the decade through a series of obscure hints, short clips, and hilarious covers. Thanks for tuning in to this season of @Betches, and we will be back in a few weeks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Sami, Jordana, and Aleen are back to talk about the most impactful pop culture, technology, and media changes they experienced in their early years. They start off talking about just how different communication was back in college with Blackberries and BBM pings, and how annoying it was to not be able to turn off read receipts. They also discuss how complicated it was to invite people to parties back then, and how they would deal with the clean up afterwards by invoking the famed “Threshold Rule.” Next, they talk about a few apps that completely changed the way they interacted with their phones and each other, including Instagram, Venmo, and Spotify. They also talk about the advent of streaming services and remember the first shows that made them get a Netflix subscription. After that, they get into a listener email about the world’s obsession with the Royal Family and whether it’s really worth our attention. Is the British obsession with them the same as the American obsession with the Kardashians

On this episode, Jordana, Sami, and Aleen go all into one of their favorite activities: Traveling. They start off with their study abroad experiences during college, and why Aleen couldn’t join them on their adventures. They reflect on the culture shock that they experienced at that age, and how it would later feed into the satirical content they would make at the very beginning of Betches. Then, they get into post-college trips and how different they were from their college era-travels, discussing family trips, honeymoons, and Aleen’s near-encounter with future president Joe Biden on a trip to Capri. After that, it’s time for the Dear Betches email for the week, where a listener writes in about struggling to plan her best friend’s destination bachelorette party as the Maid of Honor. How do you balance the lofty expectations of the bride while being considerate of the costs and logistics for all of the guests? To end the show, they play The Layover Game, where they have to decide which attractions in famous c

Today’s episode is all about how the Betches founders first got into podcasting, with stories of how Jordana, Sami and Aleen each came to host some of your favorite shows. They begin by listening to a brief clip of their very first podcast discussion way back in 2016 (spoiler: Rob and Blac Chyna were still relevant at the time). They reminisce on how Betch Slapped first got started, and what led them to launch a number of other podcasts including U Up?, Diet Starts Tomorrow, and more. They also discuss what it means to have a “vulnerability hangover” after a podcast recording, the unique feeling of baring your personal life to a huge audience, and the perils of handing out advice to strangers. Then a listener writes in to ask whether or not she should offer some unsolicited dating advice of her own to a friend who’s struggling in the romance department. Is it ever okay to offer guidance unprompted, or is it always best to keep it to yourself? Finally, they pay homage to the first game ever played on the podca

This week is all about how Sami, Jordana and Aleen each met their significant other. They start with the story of how Sami was first introduced to her husband Avi, and why it took so long for them to actually start dating after their first encounter. She tells us how they eventually got serious, decided to get engaged, and had a wedding ceremony in the exact same location where they first met. Aleen explains the way she found her husband Rusty (even though they technically went to high school together) and how their relationship progressed over time, culminating in a two minute dance routine to Mumford and Sons at their wedding. Jordana tells us about getting set up with her now-fiancé Mike and where their upcoming wedding will be. Plus, they tell the story of the time they all did a paper-burning ceremony in Montauk that led them each to find lasting love. Then an emailer writes in to ask if she should stick with her longtime boyfriend for the sake of having children before it’s too late, even though their c

Jordana, Sami, and Aleen start the fifth episode of the season exactly where we left off last time, with the story of Sami’s little-known *gasp* first engagement. She tells us all the details about how she ended up in Israel during her mid-twenties, almost fell into an orthodox lifestyle, and met the guy who would eventually become her ex-fiancé. They talk about how easy it is to feel lost in your twenties, and why we make decisions out of confusion and uncertainty. Aleen and Jordana share some of their biggest mistakes from the past, and talk about why it’s hard to feel regret about experiences that shape you. Then a listener writes in to ask if she’ll ever find closure after a devastating breakup from her first love. Do we idealize our past relationships too much? Finally, they close the show with a game of Red Flag or Deal Breaker: Mistakes Edition, featuring some dating faux pas and a conversation about how you would react if your partner said someone else’s name during sex. Learn more about your ad choic

In episode four of the new season, Sami, Aleen and Jordana are talking all about moving to New York City and what it was like being broke and single in their early twenties. They start with stories from their first apartments in the city, including their battles with cockroaches, gas leaks, and Murray Hill bros. They tell us about the pre-Tinder dating scene and recall in detail the moment dating apps took over (like literally, the actual day the swiping started). They also highlight some of the biggest differences between the city today and what it was like 10 years ago. Then a listener writes in to ask for advice when it comes to leaving your hometown for the first time and moving to the big city. Where do you even start, and how do people make new friends? Finally, they play an NYC-themed game of Never Have I Ever all about of the most common things people do when they visit New York. Visit affirm.com/betches to shop the latest in electronics, fashion, and more! Or download the free Affirm app. For eligibl

In episode three of the new season, Aleen, Jordana, and Sami are talking all about the humble beginning of Betches. They explain what the social media landscape was like at the time, and how they went from an anonymous Twitter account to a bustling website that kept growing and growing. Then explain how they managed to monetize a company without ever raising any capital, and what the process of growing the business was like in the first few years. They talk about their ‘fake-it-till-you-make-it’ approach to pitching and acquiring clients, and the breakthrough that helped them land their first major deal. Then they dive into the Dear Betch email for the week, all about career choices and new beginnings. A listener writes in about feeling unsatisfied in her current career path and looking for the best way to explore new options. They round it all out with a game of Workplace Would You Rather? where they face some difficult decisions on everything from annoying co-workers to the ideal office environment. Visit a

Aleen, Jordana, and Sami are back for episode two of the new season, and this week they’re talking all about their college days together. They tell us how they ended up going to the same school (it was a lot like an MLM recruitment) and why they each chose their majors. They talk about what dorm life was like, dating in college, and what led them to join a sorority together. They explain the sorority rush process, and why it felt more like high school than actual high school did. Plus, they explain how their feelings about the toxic elements of Greek life helped shape the Betches brand in the first place. We hear the story of when and where Betches was born during their Senior year, including what their headspace was like at the time. Then they dive into the Dear Betch email of the week, all about the bonds you form in school and when it’s time to admit a friendship has run its course. A listener writes in to ask why a close friend has fallen further and further out of touch, and whether or not she should jus

The Betches founders (and original Betch Slapped hosts) are back for episode one of this ten-episode season celebrating the tenth birthday of Betches Media. Aleen Dreksler, Sami Sage, and Jordana Abraham return to talk about the origin of their friendship (going all the way back to childhood) and some of their favorite memories together. From their earliest recollections of each other (guess whose screen name was CurlGurl) and how they met, to the time Aleen invited everyone over to make crepes and check out her new iPod, they tell us where their bond began. They swap stories about how they messed with one another in high school, dealing with disappointment, and what they would do differently (hint: they’d care a whole lot less about grades and drop band class much sooner). Plus, they tell us the secret to staying friends for so long, even after starting a business together. Then it’s time for the Dear Betch email of the week featuring some advice about “girl code” rules when it comes to an ex. A listener wri

Bari, Dana, and Dylan are back this week and they start off with a few important announcements about Betches’ 10 year anniversary and what’s next for the podcast! Then they dive in to the topic that everyone has been talking about: Oprah’s interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. They start with their expectations before watching and also breakdown all the notable moments from the interview and all the astonishing revelations. They go into Meghan’s journey into the family, her treatment by the Firm, and her struggle with mental health through it all. Then, they end the show looking back at the past year now that we’re at the one year mark since we’ve been in lockdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bari, Dana, and Dylan are back this week with a breakdown of the Golden Globes, giving their impressions on the show in general and sharing thoughts on why this was the least-watched Globes in modern history. They also give their picks for best-dressed of the night. After that, they dive into the latest from Hilaria and Alec Baldwin, and how the internet reacted to their surprise baby announcement. They also get into a controversial joke from ‘Ginny & Georgia’ made at the expense of Taylor Swift, and her response to the whole drama. They round it all out with what they’re watching this week and what’s worth checking out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bari, Dana, and Dylan start off this week with another update from The Bachelor’s Chris Harrison drama and discuss Matt James’s statement on everything that has happened in the past few weeks and what the next steps could look like for the show. Then, they run through a few more Bachelor updates, including Clare and Dale apparently getting back together and a bizarre pairing involving Hannah Brown and Jed Wyatt. After that, they go into Kim and Kanye’s official divorce news and what’s next for them as they go through this period. Will Kim drop West from her name? They end the show by sharing what they’ve been watching lately and what’s worth binging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Bari, Dana, and Dylan start off with the drama engulfing Bachelor Nation: Chris Harrison’s insensitive comments that resulted in him temporarily stepping back from the show. They give a brief overview of everything that has gone down so far and then talk about implications and what the show’s future could look like. Then, they go into some Prince Harry’s and Meghan Markle’s baby announcement! They also discuss the couple’s upcoming tell-all interview with Oprah that has the rest of the royal family shaking in their boots. What will the couple reveal? They round it all off reacting to the Cruella trailer, which features Emma Stone playing the infamous villain. Will the movie live up to the hype or will Emma ruin 101 Dalmatians forever? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bari, Dana, and Dylan are back this week, and they start off with a recap of the biggest sports event of the year: the Super Bowl. They breakdown the mixed reactions to The Weeknd’s halftime show and the somewhat forgettable ads. They also give their picks for the best Super Bowl halftime show of all time. Then, they discuss the ‘Framing Britney Spears’ documentary and react to her treatment by the media throughout her career, the limited viewpoint of the documentary, and whether her conservatorship has any merit. They then react to the bizarre viral cat lawyer video and Rebecca Black’s new remix to commemorate 10 years since ‘Friday’ came out. Finally, they cover Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley’s surprise engagement and debate whether Shailene has ever watched an episode of The Bachelor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Bari and Dana have a lot to say about 'Bachelor' drama and what happens when the biggest villains of the season are gone. Then they react to J. Lo saying she’s never had botox and the backlash that ensued. Do we really believe celebrities like her when they say they haven’t had work done? They talk about Kylie Jenner ignoring social gathering bans and throwing Stormi a third birthday party with family in attendance. With the Super Bowl right around the corner, they talk about The Weeknd’s upcoming halftime performance and share their favorite Super Bowl commercials. Finally, they close the show with a reaction to Jeff Bezos stepping down as Amazon CEO and a Gamestop Stock drama movie coming to Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bari, Dana, and Dylan are back and start with a breakdown of what’s going on between Kristin Cavallari, Jay Cutler, and a Southern Charm cast member. Plus, they explain what the cryptic IG post from Kristin and Jay was all about. Then they react to JoJo Siwa’s inspiring coming out video, how she deals with the haters, and why it’s valuable to her generation of followers. They also offer a reaction to the latest episode of Euphoria and why it stands out from the last one. Finally, Dylan and Bari are joined by Kane and Kevin from Netflix’s hit new series Bling Empire to talk about the first season of the show and how people are reacting to it. They tell us what went on behind the scenes, why they get along so well, and what may be coming in the second season of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices