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- 5 days ago1h 34m
172. Hilary Duff Part 4: Cinderella & Stuff
Oh wow... it's been awhile so we have a LOT to talk about as we go from late 2003-Summer 2004 in the world of Hilary Duff! I know you've all been wanting that deep dive on A Cinderella Story and I am here to serve that up on a silver platter from Hal's Diner! I also get into all the details you never knew on Hilary's "Stuff by Hilary Duff" product line as well as her controversial boyfriend at the time, insane touring schedule, and who "Mature" is REALLY about............. like I said, it's a lot!!! How did we get here... was it luck or something? I don't know but I'm enjoying the look back at Hilary's career. I hope you are too!MERCH: https://ultimate-fangirl-apparel.printify.me/PATREON Subscribers heard this episode completely ad-free! Join our community at Patreon.com/AshleeAndJessicast for 180+ bonus podcast episodes & long form video content! Starts at $5 a month, cancel anytime. FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram, Threads, TikTok: @ashleeandjessicastSend an email at ashleeandjessicast@gmail.comUse code ASHLEEANDJESSICAST for 15% off on JessicaSimpson.com + free shipping over $100FOLLOW LIA Instagram & Twitter: @capriamoon TikTok: @liarussonyc Disclaimer: Everything in this podcast is alleged for entertainment purposes only. My opinion :)
- Apr 16, 202642 min
171. Top 5 Moments from Boy Band Confidential
A new documentary on what it was REALLY like to be a member of a 90s/00s boy band has been released on Investigation Discovery and HBO Max. Produced by Joey Fatone of *NSYNC, this two-part series goes a lot farther than the myriad of others produced on the subject. Here I go through 5 moments that stood out to me, but really there is SO MUCH more that I could not possibly cover so you should definitely check it out for yourself and let me know your thoughts!PATREON Subscribers heard this episode completely ad-free! Join our community at Patreon.com/AshleeAndJessicast for 180+ bonus podcast episodes & long form video content! Starts at $5 a month, cancel anytime. FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram, Threads, TikTok: @ashleeandjessicastSend an email at ashleeandjessicast@gmail.comUse code ASHLEEANDJESSICAST for 15% off on JessicaSimpson.comFOLLOW LIA Instagram & Twitter: @capriamoon TikTok: @liarussonyc
- Mar 26, 20261h 32m
170. Hilary Duff Part 3: Metamorphosis
Imagine this: you're one of the most famous teenagers the world over. Your hormones are raging, you're dealing with peer pressure from friends, wishing you had more privacy, trying to form your identity, writing about Aaron Carter in your diary, and much more. You've starred in the most popular Disney Channel show ever, the biggest Disney Channel Original Movie ever, and just had multiple box office hits as well. So of course, the only thing to do is make an album. But hold on -- you have little to no musical talent, so a team has been assembled to help you create something your already adoring fans will love just as much as Lizzie McGuire. You have to figure out how to say lines like "if the light is off then it isn't on" and "if you can't do the math, then get out of the equation" convincingly, while hoping to impress your hot (and older) co-star. The genre of music they want you to sing is not your favorite and not what you think is cool... and being cool is what you want more than anything. You know how brutal the media and fans can be and you've already had multiple people say negative things about you publicly unprovoked. You are extremely anxious, especially because you are so busy that you sometimes forget to eat. You are tired all the time, but refuse to pull back on your work ethic, and there is no adult who will demand you take time off. You're worried everyone is going to see through the fact that you maybe aren't prepared for all this, that the whole thing will crash and burn, leaving you mortified with low sales, horrible reviews, and endless shit-talking from your peers. But then... the album comes out and goes to #1. You had nothing to worry about because you are THE DIVA!!!! Is it the best album ever? Well no! That's okay though... we love it anyway!!! Let's get into Hilary Duff's music career and her debut smash hit album, Metamorphosis.Hilary's Feud With Lindsay Lohan episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/61CIr0fwKPY3mhQlSrrOkl?si=RoIkfA6cS9yP_unnBXNkbwMERCH: https://ultimate-fangirl-apparel.printify.me/PATREON Subscribers heard this episode completely ad-free! Join our community at Patreon.com/AshleeAndJessicast for 180+ bonus podcast episodes & long form video content! Starts at $5 a month, cancel anytime. FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram, Threads, TikTok: @ashleeandjessicastSend an email at ashleeandjessicast@gmail.comUse code ASHLEEANDJESSICAST for 15% off on JessicaSimpson.comFOLLOW LIA Instagram & Twitter: @capriamoon TikTok: @liarussonyc
- Mar 13, 20261h 46m
169. Hilary Duff Part 2: Movie Star & Momager
Saddle up everyone… this episode covers a LOT! We’re getting into all the tea on Cadet Kelly, Agent Cody Banks, and The Lizzie McGuire Movie today. Due to the towering success of Lizzie, Hilary Duff was able to transition pretty seamlessly into movies. This is where we have to take a closer look at Hilary’s parents, especially her mother Susan, who has been called the “ultimate stage mom” … but was she? In some ways, I admire her for being a trailblazer in terms of taking no shit from Hollywood CEOs and protecting her daughters on and off set. On the other hand, some recent revelations from Hilary changed this episode mid-edit when I felt I could no longer defend her mother. The drama continues as LaLaine (Miranda on Lizzie McGuire) exits the show just 6 episodes shy of the finale and also doesn’t participate in the movie, another issue many have blamed on Susan. More on set issues occurred as Hilary was unhappy with the music she was given to sing (I use that term loosely) in the movie and the outfits she wore… but the it turned out ICONIC anyway!!! Or did it? Many prefer the show to the film… what do you think? However you see it, Susan Duff definitely was a powerhouse… for better or for worse.MERCH: https://ultimate-fangirl-apparel.printify.me/PATREON Subscribers heard this episode completely ad-free! Join our community at Patreon.com/AshleeAndJessicast for 180+ bonus podcast episodes & long form video content! Starts at $5 a month, cancel anytime. FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram, Threads, TikTok: @ashleeandjessicastSend an email at ashleeandjessicast@gmail.comUse code ASHLEEANDJESSICAST for 15% off on JessicaSimpson.comFOLLOW LIA Instagram & Twitter: @capriamoon TikTok: @liarussonyc
- Feb 24, 20261h 35m
168. Hilary Duff Part 1: Lizzie McGuire
Yesterday your life was duller... now everything is technicolor because today is finally the day my Hilary Duff series premieres!!! Today we start with Hilary's childhood that began with acting in plays with sister Haylie in their home state of Texas and ended with superstardom. After some early success, Hilary left Hollywood completely discouraged due to being fired from a high profile gig. The 12-year-old declined auditioning for Lizzie McGuire multiple times before agreeing and almost single-handedly revamping the entire Disney brand for the 2000s. I explain why Hilary became so successful back then and why she has remained in the hearts & minds of millennials to this day. Let's dive in!!MERCH: https://ultimate-fangirl-apparel.printify.me/PATREON Subscribers heard this episode completely ad-free! Join our community at Patreon.com/AshleeAndJessicast for 180+ bonus podcast episodes & long form video content! Starts at $5 a month, cancel anytime. FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram, Threads, TikTok: @ashleeandjessicastSend an email at ashleeandjessicast@gmail.comUse code ASHLEEANDJESSICAST for 15% off on JessicaSimpson.com + free shipping off $100 or more.FOLLOW LIA Instagram & Twitter: @capriamoon TikTok: @liarussonyc
- Jan 31, 20261h 46m
167. Sadie & Jude & Sienna & Balthazar
Get ready for a hologram to stumble into your apartment because we are talking about some long lost love today! What better way to usher in the month of love than with a story about a bunch of people who aren't together anymore? My title of course references Sienna Miller & Jude Law, who dated twice -- 2003-2006 and 2009-2011. I would say they are most remembered for Jude's public apology that came in July 2005 after he cheated with his children's nanny. I was going to just cover the Jude and Sienna of it all because they're certainly enough drama for one episode but then I had to bring in Sadie Frost, the woman who Jude was married to before he met Sienna -- their story is just as concerning, if not moreso, and then of course we all remember when Sienna had a very public affair with Balthazar Getty! Who could forget? Daniel Craig and Sean Penn are in there too... and Orlando Bloom? Girl, it's a lot. This episode includes some very serious topics such as severe mental health issues, abortion, and cheating of course... oh, so much cheating. A lot to learn from these very flawed people but hey, who am I to judge?*Everything in this podcast is alleged, for entertainment purposes only. *MERCH: https://ultimate-fangirl-apparel.printify.me/PATREON Subscribers heard this episode completely ad-free! Join our community at Patreon.com/AshleeAndJessicast for 180+ bonus podcast episodes & long form video content! Starts at $5 a month, cancel anytime. FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram, Threads, TikTok: @ashleeandjessicastSend an email at ashleeandjessicast@gmail.comUse code ASHLEEANDJESSICAST for 15% off on JessicaSimpson.comFOLLOW LIA Instagram & Twitter: @capriamoon TikTok: @liarussonyc
- Jan 7, 20261h 35m
166. The Remarkable Relevance of Stranger Things
Since 2016, Stranger Things has permeated pop culture in an outstanding way, and this week it reached critical mass. The emotionally resonant series finale premiered on 12/31 and everyone is losing their minds so I am here to talk about it all!! The nostalgia, the exquisite pain of moving on, plotholes (or are they?), #conformitygate, status of Eleven and the Mind Flayer, and soooo much more! MERCH: https://ultimate-fangirl-apparel.printify.me/PATREON Subscribers heard this episode completely ad-free! Join our community at Patreon.com/AshleeAndJessicast for 180+ bonus podcast episodes & long form video content! Starts at $5 a month, cancel anytime. FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram & TikTok: @ashleeandjessicastTwitter: @ashleejessicast Send an email at ashleeandjessicast@gmail.comUse code ASHLEEANDJESSICAST for 15% off on JessicaSimpson.comFOLLOW LIA Lia-Russo.com Instagram & Twitter: @capriamoon TikTok: @liarussonyc
- Dec 29, 20251h 39m
165. What Makes "The Family Stone" A Modern Holiday Classic?
Today I welcome back my favorite person to breakdown movies in a very detailed manner with, Gina! We deep dive into the characters of The Family Stone and what makes the movie so interesting to watch year after year. MERCH: https://ultimate-fangirl-apparel.printify.me/PATREON Subscribers heard this episode completely ad-free! Join our community at Patreon.com/AshleeAndJessicast for 180+ bonus podcast episodes & long form video content! Starts at $5 a month, cancel anytime. FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram & TikTok: @ashleeandjessicastTwitter: @ashleejessicast Send an email at ashleeandjessicast@gmail.comUse code ASHLEEANDJESSICAST for 15% off on JessicaSimpson.comFOLLOW LIA Lia-Russo.com Instagram & Twitter: @capriamoon TikTok: @liarussonyc
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