This week we talk about all the headlines that got our attention! We've got the cowboys of McBee Ranch on our mind as we heard the news - Jr is single! We talk about the idea that people feel entitled to know details about influencers lives, and of course, Scheana Shay's new article dropped this week and we have thoughts.

Listen - they can't make us like Janet, no matter how hard they try to change the narrative now. We get into what's getting under our skin about her, and why we are also on our last nerve with Britt. Jax is back from rehab this week and he's acting pretty calm for once, which has everyone suspicious. Thanks for listening, see you next week!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and New Set Design

02:58 Recap of the Valley Episode 14

05:52 True Crime Documentary Discussion

08:27 Influencer Tragedy and Public Obsession

11:37 Sheena's Memoir and Relationship with Lisa Vanderpump

14:36 House Hunting Drama

17:39 Janet's Controversial Behavior

20:32 Janet's Perspective and Public Perception

24:29 Navigating Friendships and Alliances

27:07 The Struggles of Parenthood and Fertility

30:08 Jax's Misunderstandings and Relationship Dynamics

34:07 Kristin's Fashion Line and Personal Growth

40:39 Jax's Emotional Turmoil and Childhood Reflections

44:14 Masculinity and Emotional Sensitivity

44:49 Divorce Proceedings and Exaggeration

45:58 Financial Struggles and Lifestyle Expectations

47:32 Body Image and Self-Esteem

49:22 The Impact of Objectification on Self-Perception

51:34 Navigating Insecurities and Societal Expectations

53:36 Tattoo Symbolism and Relationship Dynamics

55:33 Public Perception and Online Criticism

58:25 The Cycle of Toxic Communication

01:01:28 Final Confrontations and Mixed Signals

01:05:34 Toxic Cycles and Anticipation for Reunion

01:08:34 After Show Insights and Relationship Dynamics

01:11:17 Understanding Jax's Struggles and Parenthood Challenges

01:13:38 Looking Ahead: Future Episodes and New Shows

This week on Confessionals & Congressionals, we’re unpacking Cierra Ortega’s controversial exit from Love Island USA—was it an overcorrection or just the internet doing too much? We dive into the racial and beauty standards at play and why reality TV still has a long way to go. Read the ABC News article for context. Plus, GQ just roasted the men of The Valley in a now-viral piece about “divorced guy energy” and we are living for it. Read the article.

We also listened to Jax’s new podcast so you don’t have to—he’s joined by his publicist Lori and still lacking all self-awareness. We talk about the infamous Justice 4 Jax account, which we thought was satire until this very moment. Here’s the Reddit thread for the chaos. Also: Janet clears her name on The Viall Files, and we tease a big announcement tied to The Challenge: Untold History.

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This week on Confessionals & Congressionals, we’re back with your favorite blend of pop culture chaos, reality TV drama, and a dash of political realness.

We’re diving deep into The Valley Season 2, Episode 13… and let’s just say, if Danny & Nia leave, we’re all rioting. We break down Kristen & Janet’s feud hitting a fever pitch, why Zach continues to be the #1 friend in the group, and Brittany’s, uh… questionable late-night choices. Plus, we’re side-eyeing Janet’s weaponized accusations and asking: who’s really keeping this group toxic?

But before we board the cruise from hell, we take a few moments to reflect on the devastating floods in Texas and the ongoing fight for economic justice and reproductive health care. Links to donate to flood relief, Planned Parenthood, and Vote Save America are below.

We also share this week’s pop culture & true crime recommendations, including The Challenge: Untold History, and a fascinating psychological breakdown of the Idaho murders suspect from Pop Psych.

Finally, we stand with Amaya Papaya. That’s all.

• • Texas Flood Relief Donation Resources
  • Attend a protest - https://indivisible.org/

• • VoteSaveAmerica.com

  • Planned Parenthood

• • The Challenge: Untold History (Paramount+)
  • Pop Psych’s YouTube breakdown of Bryan Kohberger

Welcome back to the pod! This week, we’re diving into the latest Valley episode—episode 12—and it’s packed with emotional tension, weird vibes, and a happy ending. Then we’re shifting gears to talk about what might be the most real drama on TV right now: the McBee Dynasty. We’ll also get into some chilling updates in the Idaho murders case, and we’ll end with an action item you can do today to push back against the "Big Beautiful Bill"—yes, it’s still on the table, and yes, its going to make life more expensive and more difficult for almost all americans.

TW: This episode contains discussion about SA and crimes against women.

The Valley recap starts at 52:45

This week we decided to keep things light. We catch up on Love Island, McBee Dynasty, and other pop culture news. The Challenge comes out in July, so we hope to recap that.

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This week we recap The Valley S2E11 and catch up about Love Island (protect Amaya Papaya at all costs!!!). Lauren changes her mind about Jax being on TV, Cass is dying for a field day of our own, and we celebrate a huge win for NYC.

Thank you for listening!

This week:

- We catch up on the Israel V Iran Conflict and the US's role

- Karen Read's non-guilty verdict is in!

- Scott Wolf and Kelley Wolf's messy divorce

- Love Island has us kicking our feet

AND MORE!

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