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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
Jennifer Lopez
Diddy
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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In this week's Pre-Fixe, Dominick and Christopher recap the best and worst Halloween costumes of 2026, including one that was attemtping to "bring awareness to homelessness," talk about the actual fantasy world that Todd Chrisley lives in as he recou... more

Co-host of the Yacht Mess Podcast Marc MacNamara joins Fixing Famous People to fix Lil Nas X. They discuss Old Town Road, his debut album, his salacious music videos, Dominick's silk Montero robe, The Satan Sneakers, and MUCH more!

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Tons of Tectonic news fill this week's Pre-Fixe: The Glee Reboot is full steam ahead, Drake is back to being sad, Meghan returns to Television down under, and the ex-spouses of TJ and Amy prove YET AGAIN how above the fray they've decided to be. Then... more

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Kelli Williams of the Beyond The Blinds and Nostolgia & Now podcasts returns to fix (and inform us of) Tori Kelly. They discuss her early singing competitions, her appearance on American Idol (which becomes it's own conversation), The Masked Singer, ... more

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Recent Guests

Marc MacNamara
Co-host of Yacht Mess with Daisy Kelliher
Yacht Mess
Episode: Lil Nas X with Marc MacNamara
Kelli Williams
Co-host of Beyond the Blinds and Nostalgia & Now.
Episode: Tori Kelly with Kelli Williams
Nicole Boyd
Co-host of The Plus Ones Club, engaged in celebrity-plus-one culture
The Plus Ones Club
Episode: Geri Halliwell with Nicole & Georgia of The Plus Ones Club
Georgia Mischak
Co-host of The Plus Ones Club
The Plus Ones Club
Episode: Geri Halliwell with Nicole & Georgia of The Plus Ones Club
Jason Veasey
Actor/TV host featured on Best Medicine
Fox
Episode: Ciara with Jason Veasey
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
Awards correspondent
Unspecified/Dr. Rebecca Louise Bregman
Episode: The Third Annual Emmys Extravaganza with Rebecca Bregman
Josh Currence
Guest, producer and host of Aight, So Boom!
Aight, So Boom!
Episode: Chloe x Halle with Josh Currence

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
  • Clistener input

    The 200th episode was pure gold

    These 2 Men Drive me to work they help me wash my dishes when the world is crashing

    Thank God for gay men. Between Dominic, Chris and Danny Pellegrino.

    I survive

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BravoByB
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States2 months ago
  • Do you know what I mean? 100%

    Does that make sense?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Booknerd336
    United States2 months 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 States2 months ago
  • My FAVES!!!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Almost Famous in Miami
    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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Apple Podcasts
#247
South Africa/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#249
Singapore/Comedy

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Lil Nas X with Marc MacNamara
Q: Did he lip sync anything?
MacNamara says the backing track played throughout the concert and that Lil Nas X did not sing live.
Lil Nas X with Marc MacNamara
Q: What made you want to fix Lil Nas X?
Marc MacNamara says he is a major fan who became disappointed after a concert where he believes Lil Nas X lip-synced, but still sees him as an exceptional talent worth supporting.
Tori Kelly with Kelli Williams
Q: What's up?
Williams describes Kelly as an exceptional singer whose career has been held back by a poor management fit, limited visibility, and a move toward faith-based music.
Tori Kelly with Kelli Williams
Q: How did you come to this?
Williams says she has liked Tori Kelly since hearing “Should Have Been Us,” admires her voice, and wants to see her receive more recognition.
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.

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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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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Marc MacNamara
2. Kelli Williams
3. Nicole Boyd
4. Georgia Mischak
5. Jason Veasey
6. Hannah Aaron Brown
7. Bridget Todd
8. Rebecca Louise Bregman

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