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Fixing Famous People with Chris DeRosa & Dominick Pupa

Chris DeRosa & Dominick Pupa
Hollywood
Britney Spears
Reality Television
Katy Perry
Ariana Grande
Diddy
Jennifer Lopez
Oscars
Pop Culture
High School Musical
Broadway
Met Gala
Cher
Celebrity Culture
Lizzo
Lady Gaga
Emmys
Bad Bunny
Bradley Cooper
Justin Bieber

Each week, Television Producers Chris DeRosa and Dominick Pupa decide which of their plethora of celebrity clients needs the most help, and hold nothing back as they take turns pitching ideas of how to best fix the famous person’s crumbling public image. With a slew of hilarious guests and hotter-than-hot takes on the stories dominating the Entertainment News cycle, Chris and Dominick are here to ... more

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Not since Demi Lovato's assault on Frozen Yogurt has the Clistenership been rocked by a story the way Kelly Clarkson's tweet about a mechanical bird has fractured the internet. Britney discovers Dollywood while releasing music from her vault, while R... more

Star of Stage, Film, Television, AND The Runway (Currently part of a tectonically iconic cast in Best Medicine on Fox), Jason Veasey joins the podcast to fix Ciara. After an UNPRECEDENTED Middle Name Game, they discuss Ciara's breakout hits, collabor... more

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While Thomas Louise Cruise proves to be as insufferable as possible during his walk down Jennifer Hudson's Spirit Tunnel and Dominick is begging Charles Spencer to shut the fuck up, Chris is in Italy finding the perfect Tiramisu. They discuss George ... more

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Friend of the pod and host of Not Aspirational, Hannah Aaron Brown returns to fix Greg Kinnear. They discuss his early career as the original host of Talk Soup, his Oscar nomination for his role in As Good As It Gets, other film roles in Stuck On You... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah Aaron Brown
Guest host from Not Aspirational
Not Aspirational
Episode: Greg Kinnear with Hannah Aaron Brown
Bridget Todd
Host of There Are No Girls On The Internet and author of Love At First Prompt, AI. And The Future Of Intimacy.
There Are No Girls On The Internet / Book: Love At First Prompt, AI. And The Future Of Intimacy
Episode: Doja Cat with Bridget Todd
Rebecca Louise Bregman
Dr. Rabbi Reverend, judge for the Fierce Fast Fix segment
Rabbi/content expert
Episode: The First Ever Fixing Famous People LIVE ON ICE!!
Chad Michael Murray
Actor, known for Freaky Friday, One Tree Hill, Gilmore Girls
Episode: Chad Michael Murray with Caitie Rosen
Gráinne Maguire
Guest from The Way They Were podcast
The Way They Were
Episode: Ariana DeBose with Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate
Chantal Feduchin-Pate
Guest from The Way They Were podcast
The Way They Were
Episode: Ariana DeBose with Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate
Amanda Lipnack-Radel
Host at Little Miss Recap
Little Miss Recap
Episode: Mandy Moore with Amye Archer and Amanda Lipnack-Radel
Alrinthea Carter
Guest who previously helped fix Lizzo on the show
Episode: Lizzo AGAIN with Alrinthea Carter
Aidy Bryant
Actress and comedian
Shrill / SNL alum
Episode: Aidy Bryant with Flea Fasano

Hosts

Chris DeRosa
Host of Fixing Famous People; reality-television producer
Dominick Pupa
Co-host; reality-television producer

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Far and farther Away

    Loved this movie everytime I watch it again. Always thought it was the best of them together. Love you to the dang moon and back ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pippi frasher
    United Statesa month ago
  • Do you know what I mean? 100%

    Does that make sense?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Booknerd336
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hilarious

    Chris and Dominick are SO funny. Even when they talk about celebs or topics I’m not very familiar, they are still so fun to listen to. I love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meghan__80
    United Statesa month ago
  • My FAVES!!!

    I love this podcast so much. No notes!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Almost Famous in Miami
    United States2 months ago
  • PreFixe $500 million wedding

    This episode includes a bonus rendition of “Unbreak My Heart” by the preFixe Choir - don’t miss this Dom and Chris duet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linda_JLH
    United States2 months ago

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Some listeners wish for deeper research and less punching-down of victims in certain episodes.
Fans praise the hosts' chemistry and humor, calling it a standout dynamic.
Loyal listeners appreciate bonus content and consistent weekly cadence.
A few criticisms note tonal shifts or controversial fixes that don't land for all audiences.
Praises for fresh takes and candid industry insight across episodes.

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Caroline Rhea with Mary Payne Gilbert
Q: Christopher, before we find out what your guess is, Mary Payne, will you please tell us your original guess for Caroline Rhea's middle name?
Mary Payne reveals her guess, and it's revealed how far off it is on the getability scale, setting up the actual middle name game to come.
Aidy Bryant with Flea Fasano
Q: What makes Aidy Bryant a unique talent who could lead a major project again?
Her distinctive blend of physical comedy, sharp timing, and the ability to carry emotionally resonant material, as shown in Shrill and her SNL sketches, makes her a versatile lead who can anchor both high-energy comedies and meaningful dramas.
Ashley Tisdale French with Andrew Nucatola
Q: So what is Ashley Tisdale French's middle name?
The middle name is revealed as Michelle, ending the back-and-forth with a definitive identification of her full name as Ashley Michelle Tisdale French.
Ashley Tisdale French with Andrew Nucatola
Q: Before I give some information, do either of you already know Ashley Tisdale's middle name?
The guests and hosts discuss possibilities, with the consensus gradually converging around a correct middle name, and the reveal comes later in the episode.
Featuring Famous People: Amanda Knox
Q: At what point did you realize that you were someone that people all over the world knew?
I first realized the scale of the case when I saw news vans surrounding my house, even before I was arrested.

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Two veteran reality-television producers riff on celebrity culture, current entertainment headlines, and PR-driven “fixes” for public image. Episodes balance sharp humor with high-velocity banter, guest insights, and bold brainstorming for brand revamps, crossover projects, and comeback pitches. The show stands out for its irreverent yet informed take on fame, industry dynamics, and the craft of reputation management, often blending nostalgia with live-show energy and candid backstage anecdotes.

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1. Hannah Aaron Brown
2. Bridget Todd
3. Rebecca Louise Bregman
4. Chad Michael Murray
5. Gráinne Maguire
6. Chantal Feduchin-Pate
7. Amanda Lipnack-Radel
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