
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... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 243 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

In which we talk San Francisco summers, heists at The Louvre, Kristen Bell's weird IG posts, ‘Surviving Mormonism’, and the latest with Wendy Osefo’s arrest.
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In which we talk Joan’s arrival to SF, Gwyneth Paltrow’s ‘toxic’ work environment, updates on Wendy Osefo’s arrest, Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry making it ‘yatch-official’, and Jennifer Lopez’s latest interview on Howard Stern.
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In which we break down the controversial state-sponsored Riyadh Comedy Festival and its connections to the ongoing whitewashing of political violence committed by the Saudi regime.
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In which we break down the controversial state-sponsored Riyadh Comedy Festival and its connections to the ongoing whitewashing of political violence committed by the Saudi regime.
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Joan and Matthew simply never miss. Great research, accurate takes, silly lols. Never stop podcasting please!!!!
a document of the times… investigative journalism
E4Free Forever ever since the ANTM Radisha Ep
I’ve been a listener since 2018 and this show has only gotten better since. Joan and Matt are always so funny and insightful. I look forward to new episodes every week because I know an hour full of grounded silliness awaits. Love this show!
There are dozens, if not hundreds of podcasts who’s hosts attempt to capture the chemistry and rapport Joan and Matthew have naturally.
I think this dynamic is so important to why I always come back to this podcast. I want to hear Joan and Matthew’s analyses of current events and their chemistry means they can cover a breadth of topics and the podcast flows perfectly. The deep dives are also a treasure. If you want something funny, smart, critical and ridiculous all at once, this is it.
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A compelling weekly exploration of gossip and power dynamics within the pop culture landscape takes center stage, dissecting everything from celebrity scandals to the darker side of media narratives. The hosts tackle complex topics like parasocial relationships, societal critiques, and current events, examining the impact of figures like Timothée Chalamet and Cardi B, alongside the intricacies of reality television culture. With a blend of humor and critical analysis, listeners can expect in-depth discussions that reveal the often-hidden truths behind the glittering facade of fame, making it appealing for those with a keen interest in the serious undercurrents of entertainment and celebrity life.
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Recent guests on Eating For Free include:
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2. Lana Love
3. Carey O'Donnell
4. Shamira Ibrahim
5. Reverend Craig Duke
6. Faith Stowers
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