Welcome to the first episode of The Spill, our daily entertainment podcast that covers all the stories you don't need to know but really want to.

On the show today...

Big Little Lies Season 2 wasn't exactly what fans were expecting and it turns out that internal politics are to blame.  So what was going on behind the scenes that's meant people aren't happy?

There were some big announcements about strong female characters from Comic-Con this weekend including the news that Natalie Portman will be playing a new version of Thor, Goddess of Thunder.  So is this Marvel trying to make up for making her "just a girlfriend" in the previous Thor movies?

A$AP Rocky is currently detained in a Swedish jail and every celebrity in town is trying to get him out, including The President Of The United States.  

So why is child star Justin Bieber the only person who appears to be making sense?

And Lindsay Lohan is in Australia for her new job on The Masked Singer Australia.  So is this going to be like every other second chance she's been given or are we about to witness the ULTIMATE redemption story?

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Hosts: Kee Reece & Laura Brodnik

Producer:Rachel Corbett

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Welcome to the first episode of The Spill, our daily entertainment podcast that covers all the stories you don't need to know but really want to.
On the show today...
Big Little Lies Season 2 wasn't exactly what fans were expecting and it turns out that internal politics are to blame.&nbsp;&nbsp;So what was going on behind the scenes that's meant people aren't happy?
There were some big announcements about strong female characters from Comic-Con this weekend including the news that Natalie Portman will be playing a new version of Thor, Goddess of Thunder.&nbsp; So is this Marvel trying to make up for making her "just a girlfriend" in the previous Thor movies?
A$AP Rocky is currently detained in a Swedish jail and every celebrity in town is trying to get him out, including The President Of The United States.&nbsp;&nbsp;
So why is child star Justin Bieber the only person who appears to be making sense?
And Lindsay Lohan is in Australia for her new job on The Masked Singer Australia.&nbsp;&nbsp;So is this going to be like every other second chance she's been given or are we about to witness the ULTIMATE redemption story?
CREDITS
Hosts: Kee Reece &amp; <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/author/laura-brodnik/">Laura Brodnik</a>
Producer: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/author/rachelcorbett/">Rachel Corbett</a>
WANT MORE?
Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... <a href="https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/">https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/</a>
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Email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@mamamia.com.au">thespill@mamamia.com.au</a>
Want to hear more Mamamia podcasts?&nbsp; You'll find them here... <a href="https://mamamia.com.au/podcasts">https://mamamia.com.au/podcasts</a>
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Plus we have the latest pop culture headlines every weekday with the latest Morning Tea from Ash London, and on Friday we'll give you the best new TV shows and movies to binge this weekend in our Weekend Watch.

The Spill is your daily entertainment news fix where we break down the biggest celebrity headlines. Join Laura Brodnik and her cast of expert pals like Em Vernem, Tina Burke and Tina Provis for brutally honest takes on pop culture, plus their recommendations that are actually worth watching. New episodes every weekday at 3pm. Plus we have the latest pop culture headlines every weekday with the latest Morning Tea from Ash London, and on Friday we'll give you the best new TV shows and movies to binge this weekend in our Weekend Watch.

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The Behind The Scenes Drama On Big Little Lies

Buckle up because today's episode might get us cancelled. Laura and Emily are ranking the fictional couples pop culture told them not to root for, and yes, that means a lot of incest chat, starting with Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon (twins, aunts, uncles, they've heard it all).

Then things get weirder with Interview with a vampire mother-son storyline Laura insists is "actually really beautiful," and a Disney Channel show that low-key broke Emily's brain with its step-sibling tension.

But the real chaos comes when Laura reveals her most controversial ship of all time — a pairing so unpopular Em can barely speak after hearing it. Enemies to lovers, questionable ethics, and one couple they finally agree on. Grab a drink, this one's a lot.

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Buckle up because today's episode might get us cancelled. Laura and Emily are ranking the fictional couples pop culture told them not to root for, and yes, that means a lot of incest chat, starting with Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon (twins, aunts, uncles, they've heard it all). Then things get weirder with Interview with a vampire mother-son storyline Laura insists is "actually really beautiful," and a Disney Channel show that low-key broke Emily's brain with its step-sibling tension. But the real chaos comes when Laura reveals her most controversial ship of all time &mdash; a pairing so unpopular Em can barely speak after hearing it. Enemies to lovers, questionable ethics, and one couple they finally agree on. Grab a drink, this one's a lot. TAKE THE SPILL'S WEEKLY POP CULTURE QUIZ&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/the-spill-quiz-september-3-2026/">HERE</a>
Become a&nbsp;Mamamia subscriber&nbsp;and get an all-access pass to everything we make, including exclusive podcasts and early listening, subscriber-only articles, monthly giveaways and our home workout app,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=spill">MOVE</a>.
Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We&rsquo;ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to<a href="http://veryperi.com.au/">&nbsp;veryperi.com.au</a>&nbsp;and join me today. You hot? Same. Buy today and save 40% THE END BITS
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Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.

The Most Inappropriate Fictional Couples We Are Secretly Rooting For

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This week we have a Disney+ sports comedy back for a second season, starring Glenn Powell in what might just be the best he's ever been. A cancelled quarterback, a full-face disguise and a forbidden romance with the coach's daughter, it's a chaotic, no-stakes watch you'll absolutely fly through.

Plus, an honest opinion on the Netflix thriller that's become the week's biggest talking point, boasting a jaw-dropping cast (Robert De Niro, Michael Keaton, Michelle Monaghan and Adam Scott). We reveal why a premise this good, with a cast this stacked, doesn't quite land the way you'd hope.

And finally, two very different reality-adjacent watches: the new Netflix reality series pulling back the curtain on TikTok's ultimate it-girl and her famous family (and maybe, finally, some answers on a feud we're obsessed with), plus a documentary about a certain Olympic breakdancer that you'll definitely remember.

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Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.

This week we have a Disney+ sports comedy back for a second season, starring Glenn Powell in what might just be the best he's ever been. A cancelled quarterback, a full-face disguise and a forbidden romance with the coach's daughter, it's a chaotic, no-stakes watch you'll absolutely fly through. Plus, an honest opinion on the Netflix thriller that's become the week's biggest talking point, boasting a jaw-dropping cast (Robert De Niro, Michael Keaton, Michelle Monaghan and Adam Scott). We reveal why a premise this good, with a cast this stacked, doesn't quite land the way you'd hope. And finally, two very different reality-adjacent watches: the new Netflix reality series pulling back the curtain on TikTok's ultimate it-girl and her famous family (and maybe, finally, some answers on a feud we're obsessed with), plus a documentary about a certain Olympic breakdancer that you'll definitely remember. TAKE THE SPILL'S WEEKLY POP CULTURE QUIZ&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/the-spill-quiz-september-3-2026/">HERE</a>
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Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We&rsquo;ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to<a href="http://veryperi.com.au/">&nbsp;veryperi.com.au</a>&nbsp;and join me today. You hot? Same. Buy today and save 40% THE END BITS
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Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.

Weekend Watch: The Best Glenn Powell's Ever Been & An Honest Opinion On Netflix's Buzziest Thriller

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one of the hottest tickets in Hollywood. Julia Stiles is officially hitting the dance floor, Taylor Hanson has made an unexpected appearance, and Jenna Dewan is already having to defend herself against claims she has an unfair advantage. We unpack the wild new line-up and why celebrities are suddenly desperate to get on the show.

Plus, newly single Isla Fisher is dating again, and she’s revealed the incredibly specific moment a man gave her an irreversible ick. The poor guy was simply trying to catch his runaway dog, but unfortunately the way he did it changed everything. We get into Isla’s confession and the dating icks that prove celebrities really are just like us.

And why haven’t we seen a single official photo from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding? Travis has finally shared some new details about their big day, including why they chose Madison Square Garden and how they managed to keep the whole thing so private. But we have another theory about why Taylor might still be keeping those wedding photos under wraps.

 

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Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.

one of the hottest tickets in Hollywood. Julia Stiles is officially hitting the dance floor, Taylor Hanson has made an unexpected appearance, and Jenna Dewan is already having to defend herself against claims she has an unfair advantage. We unpack the wild new line-up and why celebrities are suddenly desperate to get on the show.
Plus, newly single Isla Fisher is dating again, and she&rsquo;s revealed the incredibly specific moment a man gave her an irreversible ick. The poor guy was simply trying to catch his runaway dog, but unfortunately the way he did it changed everything. We get into Isla&rsquo;s confession and the dating icks that prove celebrities really are just like us.
And why haven&rsquo;t we seen a single official photo from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce&rsquo;s wedding? Travis has finally shared some new details about their big day, including why they chose Madison Square Garden and how they managed to keep the whole thing so private. But we have another theory about why Taylor might still be keeping those wedding photos under wraps.
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Why Taylor Swift Is Really Hiding Her Wedding Photos & The Celebrity Dating Ick We Relate To

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The Behind The Scenes Drama On Big Little Lies

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