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Taylor Swift
Celebrity Culture
Gwyneth Paltrow
Kylie Jenner
Forbes
Kylie Cosmetics
Kardashians
Skiing
Kanye West
Nashville
Bling Ring
Fame and Wealth
Mean Girls
Campside Media
Terry Sanderson
Media Representation
CSI
Taffy Brodesser-Akner
Kris Jenner
Reality Television

Behind every infamous news story is a journalist trying to hold power to account. Join reporters Vanessa Grigoriadis, Gabriel Sherman, and Natalie Robehmed as they take an in-depth look at the most explosive scandals of this century. From high-profile divorces to sex cults to the lies that started a war, they’ll guide you through the juiciest, most outrageous, celeb-filled stories of the last two ... more

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Richard Pryor redefined comedy by telling the truth, even when it scorched him. Today, we’re sharing a preview of a new podcast, Big Lives, and a special episode about Pryor. Every week, hosts Kai Wright and Emmanuel Dzotsi dig into the BBC archive t... more

Before she served her time in prison, Jen Shah was made for reality TV—but behind the designer clothes and explosive one-liners was something much darker. In part one of this series, Vanessa and Natalie trace the beginnings of the Real Housewives of ... more

Lululemon built its brand on positivity, goal-setting, and high performance, but in 2011, a Bethesda, Maryland store became the scene of a brutal, high-profile murder. In the first episode of this four-part series, Vanessa and Natalie examine the cri... more

From The Binge, ⁠Crime Scene⁠ plunges you into stories you can’t stop thinking about—revisiting cases that deserve a second look.

Join Jonathan Hirsch (My Fugitive Dad, Dear Franklin Jones) and investigative reporter Cooper Moll as they crack open o... more

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Recent Guests

Molly McLaughlin
Victim of Jen Shah's scams
Episode: The Rich Utah Wives and Their Scams I Part 1
Rebecca Lavoie
Journalist and podcaster
journalist / podcaster
Episode: The Bizarre Boston Case of Karen Read
Alice Hines
Journalist for Vanity Fair and New York Magazine; host of Mind Games
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Episode: Twin Flames Universe Today and Dating App Burnout
Matthew Remski
Thinker about spirituality in contemporary culture; host of Conspirituality
Conspirituality podcast
Episode: Deepak Chopra, Oprah, and Jeffrey Epstein
Bridget Armstrong
Journalist and host of Curse of America's Next Top Model
Curse of America's Next Top Model
Episode: Behind the Scenes of America’s Next Top Model
Gabriel Sherman
Vanity Fair writer covering Wexner/Epstein
Vanity Fair
Episode: Extra Episode: Les Wexner and Jeffrey Epstein
Vanessa Grigoriadis
Co-host conducting the episode
Fallen Angel
Episode: Extra Episode: Les Wexner and Jeffrey Epstein
Ezra Marcus
Freelance reporter who writes about crime and culture.
New York Magazine
Episode: The Crypto Criminals and The Soho Townhouse
Angelina Chapin
Features writer for The Cut
The Cut
Episode: Selena Gomez’s Failed Startup

Hosts

Vanessa Grigoriadis
Host of Infamous; seasoned journalist known for investigative reporting on culture and power.
Natalie Robehmed
Co-host of Infamous; focuses on media investigations and narrative shaping in celebrity and power circles.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Too many ads

    Episodes constantly appear in my feed that are just trailers for the same Vogue podcast. It’s so annoying, I’m about to unfollow the show forever which sucks cause it’s a great podcast. STOP IT PLEASE

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    megeverywhere
    United States2 months ago
  • Totally uninteresting stuff

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Andrea Vincenzi
    2 months ago
  • Terrific

    Good topics, good angles, nice mix of ideas and host from Vanessa And Natalie

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mjuniorpal
    United States2 months ago
  • Go to

    One of my favourite podcasts, when I see there’s a new episode, it’s my first pick of the day. Vanessa is an incredible story teller, interviewer, and linguist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Forthesloth
    Canada2 months ago
  • This podcast should be more popular

    It’s great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emily.colour
    Australia3 months ago

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Twin Flames Universe Today and Dating App Burnout
Q: Alice, tell us more about why you think that concept of Twin Flames caught on so much a few years ago.
Alice explains that Twin Flames expanded beyond the traditional soulmate idea, tying into past lives and a grand spiritual narrative, which appealed to people seeking deep meaning and a grand life story beyond conventional dating. She notes how media coverage, celebrity examples, and online communities helped popularize the concept, creating a cultural moment that aligned with broader wellness and self‑help trends.
Who Was Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, Really?
Q: Why do you think you have returned to that and written about that so much?
I think primarily it's Carolyn, her more than JFK Jr. I think he's a bit of an anchor as powerful, good looking men often are in the beginning of why we become interested in certain women.
Who Was Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, Really?
Q: What do you think would have happened if they hadn't died and they were still alive?
I think either they get divorced and he finds a more classic political wife or she becomes an extraordinary New York character, but they were reportedly living apart at the time of the crash.
The Crypto Criminals and The Soho Townhouse
Q: So could you tell me how these kidnapping cases arise in the crypto world?
They involve crypto criminals targeting individuals to steal digital assets, often using violence and intimidation.
The Myth of Having It All
Q: How would we not be burned out?
Dr. Low explains how understanding the distribution of labor, recognizing burdens, and allowing for personal time can mitigate burnout.

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A hard-hitting investigative culture podcast that dissects explosive high-profile scandals through in-depth reporting, archival context, and decisive interviews. Recent episodes revolve around celebrity wellness nexuses, power structures in fashion and media empires, and the personal narratives behind infamous figures, with a clear focus on how wealth, influence, and media narratives shape public perception. What stands out is a blend of meticulous journalism, ambitious storytelling, and access to insiders and researchers who illuminate under-reported angles of these sensational stories. Potential listeners who enjoy nuanced, long-form takeovers of tabloid-worthy subjects with strong sourcing will likely find this show compelling and timely... more

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1. Molly McLaughlin
2. Rebecca Lavoie
3. Alice Hines
4. Matthew Remski
5. Bridget Armstrong
6. Gabriel Sherman
7. Vanessa Grigoriadis
8. Ezra Marcus

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