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Sponsored by Volicci — custom graphic tees, hoodies & die-cut stickers, a fresh original design every day. Visit https://volicci.com/shop to shop.Get ready for the tea, pop culture fanatics! This week on KISS, we're spilling all about the most iconic, random, and hilarious event to hit the Brooklyn Cyclones' annual Seinfeld Night: the Elaine Dance Competition. Our hosts dissect the fan-favorite routines, debate the most 'biblically accurate' interpretations of Elaine Benes' legendary moves, and crown the true champion. Tune in to find out who really deserved to win and what this bonkers competition means for pop culture history! KISS is part of the Avonetics podcast network — avonetics.com. Follow for new episodes. Tags: elaine dance, seinfeld, brooklyn cyclones, elaine benes, pop culture, celebrity gossip, dance competition, sitcom, iconic tv moments, entertainment news, fan events, comedy, seinfeld night, popculturechat. Stick around for the original closing song: "Spastic Fantastic". A real story, told first-person, judged out loud.

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Sponsored by Volicci — custom graphic tees, hoodies & die-cut stickers, a fresh original design every day. https://volicci.com/shopKISS is part of the Avonetics podcast network — avonetics.com. Follow for new episodes. Tags: christopher nolan, the odyssey leak, elon musk, movie piracy, x twitter drama, hollywood leaks, bootleg odyssey, cinema controversy, celebrity gossip, pop culture drama. Stick around for the original closing song: "Bootleg Odyssey". A real story, told first-person, judged out loud. When Christopher Nolan's epic film The Odyssey was leaked in high definition on X, millions of users streamed the entire three-hour blockbuster before moderation stepped in. We unpack the chaotic feud between Hollywood studio brass, tech platform liability, and claims of intentional sabotage. Learn how this massive copyright breach exploded, why film purists are furious, and who is really at fault. Essential listening for pop-culture obsessives tracking celebrity feuds and viral internet drama.

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Sponsored by Volicci — custom graphic tees, hoodies & die-cut stickers, a fresh original design every day. https://volicci.com/shopKISS is part of the Avonetics podcast network — avonetics.com. Follow for new episodes. Tags: sara gilson, tiktok drama, influencer news, celebrity gossip, true crime pop culture, influencer tragedy, domestic violence awareness, robert duffey, pop culture tea, kiss podcast. Stick around for the original closing song: "Loud Silence". A real story, told first-person, judged out loud. We break down the heartbreaking and horrifying story of TikTok influencer Sara Gilson, who was killed in a murder-suicide by her husband just weeks after speaking out online about his past sexual misconduct charges. We examine how misleading news headlines obscure systemic failures, the deadly realities of domestic violence, and whether publishing survivor stories online carries unforeseen risks. Listeners will gain insight into the devastating intersection of social media exposure, male fragility, and systemic accountability flaws. This episode is crucial listening for true crime followers, pop culture obsessives, and advocate voices tracking influencer drama.

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Sponsored by Volicci — custom graphic tees, hoodies & die-cut stickers, a fresh original design every day. https://volicci.com/shopKISS is part of the Avonetics podcast network — avonetics.com. Follow for new episodes. Tags: d4vd, celeste rivas, celebrity court case, pop culture drama, music industry scandal, court testimony, true crime pop culture, celebrity gossip. Stick around for the original closing song: "Silence in the Shadows". A real story, told first-person, judged out loud. We examine the latest harrowing court testimony in the murder trial of music artist D4vd concerning the tragic loss of teenager Celeste Rivas. Revelations from the courtroom detail severe systemic failures, complicit inner circles, and shocking timeline details. We analyze the accountability of surrounding adults, industry figures, and legal ramifications for pop-culture observers following this story.

Sponsored by Volicci — custom graphic tees, hoodies & die-cut stickers, a fresh original design every day. https://volicci.com/shopKISS is part of the Avonetics podcast network — avonetics.com. Follow for new episodes. Tags: james maslow, matt bernstein, big time rush, a bit fruity, celebrity drama, pop culture tea, kiss podcast, celebrity commentary, country era. Stick around for the original closing song: "Country Era Clout". A real story, told first-person, judged out loud. Former Big Time Rush star James Maslow faced massive backlash after attempting a country-boy rebrand while making controversial statements on geopolitical issues. Commentary creator Matt Bernstein stepped in to dismantle Maslow's claims, sparking a heated pop culture debate about celebrity advocacy, misinformation, and conflating identity with foreign policy. Listeners will get the full breakdown of the feud, the community reactions, and our hosts' sharp verdict on celebrity political takes. Perfect for pop culture obsessives who live for the tea.

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Sponsored by Volicci — custom graphic tees, hoodies & die-cut stickers, a fresh original design every day. https://volicci.com/shopKISS is part of the Avonetics podcast network — avonetics.com. Follow for new episodes. Tags: taylor farms, maga lobbying, e coli outbreak, bagged salad scandal, celebrity gossip, pop culture drama, kiss podcast, corporate scandal, fda regulation, food safety. Stick around for the original closing song: "Leaf Me Alone (Dirty Greens)". A real story, told first-person, judged out loud. We are spilling all the tea on the massive Taylor Farms scandal that has foodies and pop-culture obsessives in an absolute tailspin. Learn how the produce giant behind your favorite bagged salad kits dumped massive cash into MAGA political campaigns and aggressive anti-regulatory lobbying right before a widespread foodborne illness outbreak hit fast-food chains. We unpack the outrageous corporate hypocrisy, the public backlash against 'Big Lettuce,' and whether consumers can ever trust pre-chopped greens again. If you live for high-stakes corporate drama and snappy pop-culture verdicts, this episode is mandatory listening.

Sylvester Stallone is under fire after his official Instagram account was caught following an overtly racist anti-Black page. We spill the tea on the Hollywood scandal, breaking down whether this exposes the action star's true personal beliefs or if it is just a major social media blunder by an elderly celebrity's PR team. Listen in as we break down his controversial MAGA history, public outrage, and celebrity accountability. A real story, told first-person, judged out loud. Stick around for the original closing song: "Unfollow Me Now". Tags: sylvester stallone, stallone instagram scandal, celebrity drama, hollywood gossip, rocky star scandal, pop culture news, maga celebrities, stallone controversy, celebrity backlash, instagram follow drama. KISS is part of the Avonetics podcast network — avonetics.com. Follow for new episodes. Sponsored in loving memory of Benjamin Vo — https://benjaminvo.love

Is Melania Trump about to blow up the West Wing narrative, or is her quiet distance just the ultimate high-stakes negotiation tactic? We dive into Michael Wolff’s explosive claims, Colman Domingo’s hilarious late-night reaction, and the internet's fiery debate over FLOTUS’s next move. Listeners will get the full insider scoop on the White House panic, the viral tarmac hand-slaps, and the mercenary truth behind the headlines. Perfect for pop-culture obsessives who live for political tea and unfiltered celebrity verdicts. A real story, told first-person, judged out loud. Stick around for the original closing song: "Rogue in Red Bottoms". Tags: melania trump, white house drama, colman domingo, jimmy kimmel live, michael wolff, celebrity gossip, pop culture news, flotus tea, political gossip, prenup rumors. KISS is part of the Avonetics podcast network — avonetics.com. Follow for new episodes.

Olivia Rodrigo is taking her advocacy to a whole new level, utilizing her platform to proclaim that abortion is normal healthcare. We spill the tea on her latest Daisy Chain Fields initiative and break down how the GUTS singer is tackling reproductive rights head-on. Listen in as we debate the impact of pop stars engaging in high-stakes political activism, dissecting both the praise and the complex conversations surrounding celebrity messaging. Perfect for pop culture junkies who want the full scoop on celebrity culture, music news, and major cultural moments. A real story, told first-person, judged out loud. Stick around for the original closing song: "1 In 4 (Normal To Me)". Tags:olivia rodrigo, guts world tour, celebrity gossip, pop culture news, reproductive rights, daisy chain fields, center for reproductive rights, pop music news, celebrity activism, womens health. KISS is part of the Avonetics podcast network — avonetics.com. Follow for new episodes.