
Normal Gossip delivers juicy, strange, funny, and utterly banal gossip about people you’ll never know and never meet. Host Rachelle Hampton discusses reader-submitted comedic gossip with guests, diving into the lives and decisions of complete strangers. The second-hand truth really is stranger than fiction. Produced by Se'era Spragley Ricks and Jae Towle Vieira. Created by Kelsey McKinney and Alex... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 116 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Comedy | |||

Avery Trufelman returns for a story about the ethics of scallops and boundaries.
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Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix joined us for some gossip about a director, a dramaturg, and disco Les Mis.
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Lauren Chan came on for a tale about a girl with too many suitors and too many roommates.
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George Civeris joined us for a story about a starry-eyed idealist, a “good cause,” and some big egos.
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Loved it with Kelsey, and loving it with Rachelle! The story selections are so fun and I love Rachelle’s takes and reactions. This is so funny and always makes my day better!
Overall an engaging pod with good moments and sometimes-annoying moments. Rachel’s storytelling format is fantastic, and it shines in season 10. But, some of the guests get carried away in being crass and judgmental towards the subjects of the gossip stories, especially if they are young adults with less life experience. I get that being a bit of a diva is the name of the game, but sometimes I feel the whole bit goes a littleeee too far.
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It’s so fake now. Bad creative writing for the self-absorbed.
Trying to enjoy a podcast with my breakfast. Do you really need to give in depth discussion to fetish cabbage patch practices? No thank you
This show used to be fun and unique. It was my favorite! However, lately the stories have not been interesting at all. The latest season has been such a let down, it has confirmed that I need to unsubscribe. Such a bummer!!
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Juicy, funny, and candid gossip built from reader submissions and hosted interludes with guests who bring insider perspectives on social dynamics, celebrity culture, and everyday quirks. Episodes frequently center on power dynamics, workplace hijinks, relationships, and the social rituals around sharing secrets, all delivered with humor and a sharp ear for storytelling. A standout is the collaborative, multi-voiced format that blends personal anecdotes with cultural commentary, often featuring guests who work in media, writing, or entertainment. This mix makes it appealing for listeners who enjoy sharp takes on human behavior, plus behind-the-scenes glimpses into how gossip travels and why people care about it.
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Recent guests on Normal Gossip include:
1. Hunter Harris
2. Peyton Dix
3. Lauren Chan
4. George Civeris
5. Danielle Hewitt
6. Alex Barasch
7. Laci Mosley
8. Amber Singletary
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