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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 Sujong Laughlin. Show art by Tara Jacoby. normalgossip.komi.io
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A Succulent Crime with Kelsey McKinney
Dowager queen Kelsey McKinney is back to close out season ten with a story about plant parenthood in a pediatrician's office. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at https://www.youtube.com/@DefectorMedia where you can watch
Of Baths and Bivalves with Avery Trufelman
Avery Trufelman returns for a story about the ethics of scallops and boundaries. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at https://www.youtube.com/@DefectorMedia where you can watch today’s episode. Subscribe to our newsletter
Temu Renaissance with Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix
Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix joined us for some gossip about a director, a dramaturg, and disco Les Mis. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at https://www.youtube.com/@DefectorMedia where you can watch today’s episode. Sub
Amorphous Blob of Boy with Lauren Chan
Lauren Chan came on for a tale about a girl with too many suitors and too many roommates. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at https://www.youtube.com/@DefectorMedia where you can watch today’s episode. Subscribe to our n
Glorified Trailers and She-E-O's with George Civeris
George Civeris joined us for a story about a starry-eyed idealist, a “good cause,” and some big egos. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at https://www.youtube.com/@DefectorMedia where you can watch today’s episode. Subscr
Who's Next in the Rolodex? with Zakiya Gibbons
We brought Zakiya Gibbons back for a summer of smooching and subterfuge with a lesbian group chat. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at https://www.youtube.com/@DefectorMedia where you can watch today’s episode. Subscribe
Axe Clout and Blade Lore with Danielle Hewitt and Alex Barasch
Danielle Hewitt (http://daniellesknits/) and Alex Barasch (https://www.instagram.com/alex_barasch/) came on to explore what happens when a boy tries to get between a girl and her axe. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at
Last Rites and Kia Boys with Nadira Goffe
We invited Nadira Goffe back for a story about a beloved car, a beloved coach, and a run-in with the Kia Boys. But first—trigger warning—Rachelle shares some self-gossip that might make you a tad bit queasy. We are now on YouTube. Be sure t
Losing Control of the Algo with Laci Mosley
Laci Mosley returns for a story about a couple of microinfluencers so committed to image management that their friends can't tell if they're still together. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at https://www.youtube.com/@De
Paranormal Activity with Amber Singletary
Amber Singletary joined us for a tale about a blended family that isn't blending, a spectral presence, and a 1-800 late night witch. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at https://www.youtube.com/@DefectorMedia where you ca
A Guncle’s Tale with Griff Stark Ennis
We brought Griff Stark-Ennis the story of a backyard wedding that no one, from the grooms to the guests, will ever forget. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at https://www.youtube.com/@DefectorMedia where you can watch to
Prank Sinatra with Jenée Desmond-Harris and Joel Anderson
We're BACK for season TEN and more than ready to be petty! We brought Jenée Desmond Harris back, along with her husband Joel Anderson, for some gossip about a mom who just can't quit pranks. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on th
Bonus Episode: Shout Out to the Divas with Jonquilyn Hill
Here's another treat from our secret feed vault to tide you over while we wait for season 10! We got Jonquilyn Hill to come back for a round of morsels. Warning: there will be divas and hot peppers. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing f
Bonus Episode: A Smorgasbord of Gossip with Nadira Goffe
Popping into your feeds with a little treat! In today’s bonus episode from our secret feed vault, not only is Nadira Goffe back to gab with us (!!!), but we've got a batch of morsels for you all, including one that made Rachelle scream twic
A Different Kind of Finale ft Se’era Spragley Ricks
Rachelle and Se'era discuss what's been going on behind the scenes at Normal Gossip. We do a little gossip too, because we all deserve that. See you later this year for season 10! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'er
Normal Gossip Live in Seattle with Josh Gwynn
We've got a surprise for you! Here's the recording from our September 2025 live show in Seattle, featuring Josh Gwynn! For more of Josh and Rachelle gossiping, here's Rachelle on Josh's show Back Issue (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast
Is It A Crime? with Lovia Gyarkye
We regaled Lovia Gyarkye with a story about an eldest daughter introducing her boyfriend to her immigrant mother. (Plus just a hint of acappella!) Subscribe and learn more about Hammer & Hope here (https://hammerandhope.org/). Subscribe to
The Problem Is Certain Death with Allegra Frank
We brought Allegra Frank some historical gossip involving a party full of mountain climbers, a long rope, and a bad idea. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and se
Holiday Bonus: That's Fourth Wing, Baby!
We've got a present for you from our secret feed vault! Rachelle, Kelsey, and Brandy gather over a bottle of wine to discuss Rebecca Yarros' FOURTH WING. If you'd like to get in on these monthly extra episodes, subscribe as a Friend or a Fr
Monster-in-Law with Chelsea Devantez
Chelsea Devantez joined us for a story about a family with enough money to buy anything they want—except another one-of-a-kind heirloom hutch. Follow Chelsea on Instagram here (https://www.instagram.com/chelseadevantez/) and check out Chels
Legally Binding Meddling with Jasper Wang
Defector's own Jasper Wang joins us to explore what happens when the people selling you their house have a few extra conditions. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations
All Dogs Go To Therapy with Carvell Wallace
Carvell Wallace joins us for a tale of neighborly revenge involving fences, motion sensor lights, and a certain infamous app. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations an
Forks Out with Tracy Clayton
You know we had to find a special story to celebrate the return of Tracy Clayton! This week's tale involves a big family, a cabin in the woods, and the mysterious disappearance of a sweet potato pie. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing
Anne Rice's Email With A Vampire with Mike Rugnetta
Mike Rugnetta graciously accepted our invitation to a vampire ball in New Orleans. Follow Mike on Instagram here (https://www.instagram.com/mikerugnetta/?hl=en). Listen to his podcast Never Post here (https://www.radiotopia.fm/podcasts/neve
Love Is Blind with Malala Yousafzai
Welcome to season NINE of Normal Gossip! We're kicking off the season with Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai and a story about four college students on a star-crossed Eurotrip. Order Malala’s new memoir Finding My Way here (https://bookshop.o
Bonus Episode: Introducing Only If You Get Caught with Patrick Redford
We've got one more treat for you before we'll be back with more gossip next month! This is the first episode of Patrick Redford's new podcast Only If You Get Caught. Only If You Get Caught is about how we can better understand sports and cu
Bonus Episode: Try Hard with Erika Casupanan
Today, we’re bringing you an episode of Try Hard (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/try-hard/id1824016771),a new podcast hosted and produced by one of our very own dowager queens of gossip, Alex Sujong Laughlin. This episode is the seco
Bonus Episode: Rat Kings and Emotional Support Eggs with Sabrina Imbler
Today's treat: an episode from our secret feed vault. If you'd like to get in on these monthly extra episodes, subscribe as a Friend or a Friend-of-a-Friend (https://defector.com/products/normalgossip). Our guest this time is Sabrina Imbler
Bonus Episode: A Beautiful Gossip Ouroboros
Surprise! In today's bonus episode, Alex Sujong Laughlin and Patrick Redford join Rachelle for some delectable morsels of gossip and not one but TWO big announcements! Try Hard premieres July 28th! Subscribe here (https://podcasts.apple.com
Honeydew Farms with Shea Couleé
It is the season 8 FINALE and we've got the iconic Shea Couleé here with us for a tale of love and ambition amongst polyamorous bee farmers. Watch Shea in IRONHEART on June 24th and follow her on Instagram here (https://www.instagram.com/sh