What’s got the world spiralling, the internet buzzing, and every group chat full of screaming? It’s Heated Rivalry — and today, The Spill hosts Laura & Em are joined by our pop culture editor Tina Burke (aka the show’s biggest superfan) to break it all down.

We’re diving into why this book-to-series adaptation has taken over the world, how its previously unknown cast are now the boys of the moment, and the intense, heartbreaking, jaw-dropping moments that had all three of us bawling.

From the groundbreaking storytelling and the queer romance representation that matters, to the very real emotional chaos we felt episode after episode, we’re unpacking why Heated Rivalry is everything everyone’s talking about — and why you might need tissues.

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Hosts: Laura Brodnik, Em Vernem & Tina Burke
Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

What&rsquo;s got the world spiralling, the internet buzzing, and every group chat full of screaming? It&rsquo;s&nbsp;Heated Rivalry &mdash; and today, The Spill hosts Laura &amp; Em are joined by our pop culture editor Tina Burke (aka the show&rsquo;s biggest superfan) to break it all down. We&rsquo;re diving into why this book-to-series adaptation has taken over the world, how its previously unknown cast are now the boys of the moment, and the intense, heartbreaking, jaw-dropping moments that had all three of us bawling. From the groundbreaking storytelling and the queer romance representation that matters, to the very real emotional chaos we felt episode after episode, we&rsquo;re unpacking why Heated Rivalry is everything everyone&rsquo;s talking about &mdash; and why you might need tissues. THE END BITS <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=spill">Support independent women's media</a> Follow us on<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thespillpod"> TikTok</a>,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thespillpodcast/"> Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mamamiaentertainment"> Facebook</a>. And subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheSpillOfficial"> Youtube channel.</a> Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia...<a href="https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/"> here</a>. Discover more<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/"> Mamamia Podcasts here.</a>
CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik, Em Vernem &amp; Tina Burke Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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A podcast for anyone obsessed with the biggest shows and buzziest movies everyone&rsquo;s talking about. Each episode features a fast, funny, spoiler-y deep-dive packed with hot takes, wild theories, and the moments you missed. No filler, no fluff &mdash; just smart, sharp recaps that make watching even better.

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A Brutally Honest Review Of Heated Rivalry

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We are officially in our "professional yearning" era. Bridgerton is almost back and in this episode, our superfans go beyond the trailer to discuss the massive production secrets, the showrunner swap, and why this season is being called the "steamiest" yet.

You'll learn more about:
Production Deep Dive: We break down the 8-month shoot, explain why the show is moving from pastel springs to a "classic rock" autumn aesthetic, and reveal what to look out for when Season 4 Part 1 drops.
The Cast Shake-Up: Who is back (and who isn't), the "curated" chemistry of the press tour, and the fan theory about a potential queer romance for a surprising character.
Fan Theories & The "Beyond": who will we see more of? Will someone die?! And will we really see a Kanthony comeback?

It’s your essential briefing on the scandals, the cast changes, and the romance before the carriage arrives for Season 4.

If you love this episode, make sure you’re following this feed! We’ll be dropping new Watch Party breakdowns when Part 1 drops on Thursday 29 January and again for Part 2 in February. 


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CREDITS
Hosts: Grace Rouvray, Georgie Page & Liv James
Executive Producers: Monisha Iswaran
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Video Editor: Michael Kean

We are officially in our "professional yearning" era. Bridgerton is almost back and in this episode, our superfans go beyond the trailer to discuss the massive production secrets, the showrunner swap, and why this season is being called the "steamiest" yet. You'll learn more about:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Production Deep Dive: We break down the 8-month shoot, explain why the show is moving from pastel springs to a "classic rock" autumn aesthetic, and reveal what to look out for when Season 4 Part 1 drops.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Cast Shake-Up: Who is back (and who isn't), the "curated" chemistry of the press tour, and the fan theory about a potential queer romance for a surprising character.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Fan Theories &amp; The "Beyond": who will we see more of? Will someone die?! And will we really see a Kanthony comeback?</li>
</ul>
It&rsquo;s your essential briefing on the scandals, the cast changes, and the romance before the carriage arrives for Season 4.
If you love this episode, make sure you&rsquo;re following this feed! We&rsquo;ll be dropping new Watch Party breakdowns when Part 1 drops on Thursday 29 January and again for Part 2 in February.&nbsp; LISTEN NEXT: <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/watch-party/emily-in-paris-refresher">EMILY IN PARIS: Everything You Need To Know Before Season 5 Drops</a> <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/watch-party/wicked-for-good">WICKED FOR GOOD: Ariana Grande's Oscar Push &amp; The Secrets Behind The Sequel</a> <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/watch-party/nobody-wants-this-1">NOBODY WANTS THIS: Everything You Need To Know Before Season 2 Drops</a> THE END BITS <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=spill">Support independent women's media </a> Follow us on<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thespillpod"> TikTok</a>,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thespillpodcast/"> Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mamamiaentertainment"> Facebook</a>. And subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheSpillOfficial"> Youtube channel. </a> Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia...<a href="https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/"> here</a>. Discover more<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/"> Mamamia Podcasts here. </a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=spill"> Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill?</a><a href="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960"> Send us a voice message</a>, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Grace Rouvray, Georgie Page &amp; Liv James Executive Producers: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Video Editor: Michael Kean

BRIDGERTON: Everything You Need To Know Before Season 4 Drops

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We’re gearing up for the return of the most intense medical drama on television, Season 2 of The Pitt lands on HBO Max on 8 January. 
In this episode, our resident experts dive into the "unglossy" reality of the ER and why this show has formed such a deep emotional connection with healthcare workers worldwide. We unpack the structural gamble that paid off at the Emmys, the "old school" TV energy we’ve been craving, and the one specific scene that actually had real-life doctors talking.

You’ll learn about:
The "ER" Legacy & The Lawsuit: We break down the creative ties to the classic 90s medical drama and the high-profile legal battle currently happening behind the scenes.
The Medical Realism (and the one fail): Why experts praise the show's "granular" accuracy - and reveal the one specific medical case they say would never actually happen in an ER.
Everything We Know about Season 2: From July 4th chaos to the potential for a global superstar cameo, we tease what’s coming after the 10-month time jump.

It’s your essential pre-season warm-up before we head back into the chaos of the show that’s been called the "medical version of The West Wing".

If you love this episode, make sure you’re following this feed! We’ll be dropping a new podcast every five episodes to unpack every twist and turn of The Pitt Season 2.

Watch Party episode 2 drops on Sunday 1 February after Episode 5 plays on TV so follow this feed to hear it first!

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No Filter's interview with Adam Kay
EMILY IN PARIS: Everything You Need To Know Before Season 5 Drops
WICKED FOR GOOD: Ariana Grande's Oscar Push & The Secrets Behind The Sequel
NOBODY WANTS THIS: Everything You Need To Know Before Season 2 Drops

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CREDITS
Hosts: Monisha Iswaran, Grace Rouvray & Jess Clark
Executive Producers: Georgie Page & Monisha Iswaran
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Video Editor: Michael Kean

We&rsquo;re gearing up for the return of the most intense medical drama on television, Season 2 of&nbsp;The Pitt lands on HBO Max on 8 January. In this episode, our resident experts dive into the "unglossy" reality of the ER and why this show has formed such a deep emotional connection with healthcare workers worldwide. We unpack the structural gamble that paid off at the Emmys, the "old school" TV energy we&rsquo;ve been craving, and the one specific scene that actually had real-life doctors talking.
You&rsquo;ll learn about:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The "ER" Legacy &amp; The Lawsuit: We break down the creative ties to the classic 90s medical drama and the high-profile legal battle currently happening behind the scenes.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Medical Realism (and the one fail): Why experts praise the show's "granular" accuracy - and reveal the one specific medical case they say would never actually happen in an ER.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Everything We Know about Season 2: From July 4th chaos to the potential for a global superstar cameo, we tease what&rsquo;s coming after the 10-month time jump.</li>
</ul>
It&rsquo;s your essential pre-season warm-up before we head back into the chaos of the show that&rsquo;s been called the "medical version of The West Wing".
If you love this episode, make sure you&rsquo;re following this feed! We&rsquo;ll be dropping a new podcast every five episodes to unpack every twist and turn of The Pitt Season 2.
Watch Party episode 2 drops on Sunday 1 February after Episode 5 plays on TV so follow this feed to hear it first! LISTEN NEXT: <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/no-filter/adam-kay-medicine">No Filter's interview with Adam Kay</a> <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/watch-party/emily-in-paris-refresher">EMILY IN PARIS: Everything You Need To Know Before Season 5 Drops</a> <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/watch-party/wicked-for-good">WICKED FOR GOOD: Ariana Grande's Oscar Push &amp; The Secrets Behind The Sequel</a> <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/watch-party/nobody-wants-this-1">NOBODY WANTS THIS: Everything You Need To Know Before Season 2 Drops</a> THE END BITS <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=spill">Support independent women's media </a> Follow us on<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thespillpod"> TikTok</a>,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thespillpodcast/"> Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mamamiaentertainment"> Facebook</a>. And subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheSpillOfficial"> Youtube channel. </a> Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia...<a href="https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/"> here</a>. Discover more<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/"> Mamamia Podcasts here. </a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=spill"> Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill?</a><a href="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960"> Send us a voice message</a>, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Monisha Iswaran, Grace Rouvray &amp; Jess Clark Executive Producers: Georgie Page &amp; Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Video Editor: Michael Kean

THE PITT: Everything You Need To Know Before Season 2 Drops

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We’re closing out Season 5 with a deep dive into episodes 9 and 10 — from Parisian nostalgia to Venetian chaos, and the relationships that finally land where they belong. This is the emotional heart of the season, unpacking La Belle Époque, the meaning of Emily’s “golden age,” and how the finale quietly sets up what comes next.

You’ll learn more about:
La Belle Époque & Emily’s Golden Age:
The real meaning behind the episode title, Paris as fantasy, and why Emily might be living her best days right now.

Venice, Fashion & Fantasy:
The polka-dot Sex And The City homage, standout Venice looks — and why the fashion show fell flat.

The Ring Disaster & Romance Turning Point:
That boat proposal misunderstanding, Marcello’s true role in Emily’s love story, and why choosing herself changes everything.

Where The Big Relationships End Up:
Mindy and Alfie’s unresolved tension, Gabriel’s satellite soulmate energy, and why Sylvie and Emily might be the show’s most important relationship. 

A reflective, fashion-filled finale — and the perfect way to close out Emily In Paris Season 5.

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CREDITS
Hosts: Monisha Iswaran, Tina Burke & Chelsea Hui
Executive Producers: Georgie Page & Monisha Iswaran
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Video Editor: Michael Kean

We&rsquo;re closing out Season 5 with a deep dive into episodes 9 and 10 &mdash; from Parisian nostalgia to Venetian chaos, and the relationships that finally land where they belong. This is the emotional heart of the season, unpacking&nbsp;La Belle &Eacute;poque, the meaning of Emily&rsquo;s &ldquo;golden age,&rdquo; and how the finale quietly sets up what comes next. You&rsquo;ll learn more about: La Belle &Eacute;poque &amp; Emily&rsquo;s Golden Age: The real meaning behind the episode title, Paris as fantasy, and why Emily might be living her best days right now. Venice, Fashion &amp; Fantasy: The polka-dot&nbsp;Sex And The City&nbsp;homage, standout Venice looks &mdash; and why the fashion show fell flat. The Ring Disaster &amp; Romance Turning Point: That boat proposal misunderstanding, Marcello&rsquo;s true role in Emily&rsquo;s love story, and why choosing herself changes everything. Where The Big Relationships End Up: Mindy and Alfie&rsquo;s unresolved tension, Gabriel&rsquo;s satellite soulmate energy, and why Sylvie and Emily might be the show&rsquo;s most important relationship. A reflective, fashion-filled finale &mdash; and the perfect way to close out Emily In Paris Season 5. THE END BITS <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=spill">Support independent women's media </a> Follow us on<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thespillpod"> TikTok</a>,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thespillpodcast/"> Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mamamiaentertainment"> Facebook</a>. And subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheSpillOfficial"> Youtube channel. </a> Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia...<a href="https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/"> here</a>. Discover more<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/"> Mamamia Podcasts here. </a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=spill"> Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill?</a><a href="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960"> Send us a voice message</a>, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Monisha Iswaran, Tina Burke &amp; Chelsea Hui Executive Producers: Georgie Page &amp; Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Video Editor: Michael Kean

EMILY IN PARIS EPISODES 9-10: Satellite Soulmates & The End Game Question

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