
Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott delivers your weekly dose of pop culture with the Parting Shot. Every week you’ll get celebrity interviews, award show coverage, and the rundown on exactly what to watch, read, and listen to in culture. Consider the Parting Shot your one stop shop for everything pop culture.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 417 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Entertainment NewsNewsSociety & Culture | |||

Michelle Pfeiffer and Nick Offerman talk Apple TV’s Margo's Got Money Troubles, working with David E. Kelley and that infamous Catwoman Oscars snub for Batman Returns. (She was robbed!) This is one you’re not going to want to miss.
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Richard Gadd follows Baby Reindeer with Half Man, an HBO limited series about two repressed ‘brothers’ in Glasgow. “I came up with the two characters ,and I couldn't shake them.”
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Jessica Vosk on stepping into Bette Midler's legacy with the Broadway musical ‘Beaches’ and why she's not your typical Broadway girl.
"There's a lot of C.C. [Bloom] in Jessica," Vosk said. "A person who is so focused, blinders on, true grit, willin... more
Before Friday's MTV finale, the top three queens of RuPaul's Drag Race season 18 join H. Alan Scott to reflect on their path to the crown. Darlene Mitchell, Nini Coco and Myki Meeks talk about Snatch Game wins, lip sync battles, the now-iconic banana... more
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H. Alan has a very fine tuned finger on the pulse of culture! An amazing host with exclusive interviews and en vogue guests who offer incredible insights about the entertainment they help create! Five super stars!!
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Offering a vibrant exploration of pop culture and entertainment, the content frequently features dynamic interviews with notable celebrities across various fields including television, film, literature, and reality TV. The discussions often highlight the unique experiences and insights of guests, delving into their careers, personal narratives, and the intricate world of celebrity life. Each episode is designed to entertain while providing deeper connections to the cultural phenomena that shape societal trends. Notably, the format encourages a casual yet informative exchange, making it accessible to a wide audience interested in the latest happenings in the entertainment world.
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Recent guests on The Parting Shot include:
1. Michelle Pfeiffer
2. Nick Offerman
3. Richard Gadd
4. Jessica Vosk
5. Darlene Mitchell
6. Myki Meeks
7. Nini Coco
8. Lisa Rinna
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