Jeffree Star Calls Out Beast Games Contestant + Did Sabrina Carpenter Go TOO FAR? | Just Trish 248
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Summary
Takeaways
- ❖A TikTok plastic surgeon faced criticism for publicly diagnosing Troye Sivan with 'twink death' and recommending procedures.
- ❖The 'Smartless' podcast format, where hosts are unaware of guests, led to awkward and inappropriate questions for Charli XCX about having children.
- ❖Keke Palmer advocates for living separately from romantic partners, even in marriage, to maintain personal space and excitement.
- ❖PETA criticized Sabrina Carpenter for using a live dove in her Grammy performance, citing animal distress, though the handler defended the bird's well-being and disability.
- ❖Kendall Jenner's ex-boyfriend, Devin Booker, publicly mocked her on Instagram, leading to a sharp retort from Jenner.
- ❖Grindr is piloting an 'Edge' AI subscription tier costing up to $6,000 annually, offering tailored matches and compatibility insights.
- ❖Jeffree Star publicly claimed to have slept with 'Beast Games' contestant Jim over 25 times after Jim denied a dating relationship.
Insights
1Unsolicited Cosmetic Advice on TikTok
A TikTok dermatologist, Dr. Zayn Khaled Majjid, created a video hyper-analyzing Troye Sivan's facial features and recommending procedures to 'restore his twink' status. This sparked a discussion about the insidious nature of medical professionals using social media to critique celebrity appearances, potentially fostering insecurity in viewers with similar features. The doctor later apologized after Sivan's public response.
Jimmy details Dr. Majjid's video and Troye Sivan's Substack article response, and the doctor's subsequent apology. The hosts discuss the broader trend of dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons becoming influencers and picking apart celebrity faces.
2The 'Smartless' Podcast Format and Inappropriate Questions
Charli XCX's appearance on the 'Smartless' podcast highlighted the show's format where two hosts are unaware of the guest. Jason Bateman, one of the hosts, asked Charli XCX about her desire for children, implying she might change her mind if she met 'the right man,' unaware she was already married. This sparked outrage among fans and the hosts, who criticized the lack of research and the insensitive nature of the questions.
Jimmy explains the 'Smartless' concept and recounts Bateman's questions to Charli XCX, her response about being married, and the subsequent backlash on social media. Trisha and Jimmy emphasize the inappropriateness of asking women about their reproductive choices.
3Keke Palmer's Stance on Cohabitation in Relationships
Keke Palmer expressed her preference for never living with a romantic partner, even if married, citing her need for alone time and a desire to keep the relationship exciting. She suggested living in separate houses or even separate rooms on the same property. This view is framed as a potentially healthier approach for some relationships, especially for individuals with established careers or children.
Jimmy quotes Keke Palmer's statements about not wanting to live with a romantic partner and preferring separate residences. The hosts discuss how this approach could maintain excitement and personal space.
4PETA's Criticism of Sabrina Carpenter's Grammy Performance
PETA criticized Sabrina Carpenter for using a live dove named Tina in her Grammy performance, arguing that the bright lights, loud noise, and handling caused fear and distress. The dove's handler, Sarah Brown, defended the performance, stating Tina was well-prepared, fine, and had a disability requiring specific handling. The hosts debate PETA's credibility due to past controversial stunts.
Jimmy details PETA's statement and Sabrina Carpenter's backstage comment about the dove pooping on her. He also shares the handler's defense, including the detail about Tina's disability.
5Jeffree Star Outs 'Beast Games' Contestant Jim
A TikTok video went viral alleging a past relationship between Jeffree Star and 'Beast Games' contestant Jim. Jim publicly denied dating Star, claiming they were just friends and he felt Star wanted more. Jeffree Star then responded, stating they had slept together 'more than 25 times' and publicly called out Jim and Mr. Beast, accusing Jim of a 'fake relationship' on the show.
Jimmy recounts the viral TikTok, Jim's comment denying dating Jeffree Star, and Jeffree Star's direct response detailing their sexual encounters and calling out Jim and Mr. Beast.
6Grindr's $6,000 AI Subscription Tier
Grindr is testing a new AI subscription called 'Edge' for up to $6,000 per year, offering AI tools for tailored matches, compatibility insights, and resurfacing past conversations. The hosts express disbelief at the exorbitant price, arguing that such a high cost for dating app features is unnecessary and exploits users.
Jimmy describes Grindr's new 'Edge' subscription, its pricing, and features. The hosts criticize the cost and question the value proposition.
Bottom Line
The increasing monetization of dating apps through high-cost AI subscriptions like Grindr's 'Edge' raises questions about accessibility and whether these features genuinely enhance connection or simply exploit user insecurities.
This trend could create a tiered dating experience, where those who can afford premium AI tools gain an 'advantage,' potentially exacerbating existing social inequalities in dating and relationships.
Developers could focus on creating more affordable, ethical AI tools that genuinely foster deeper connections and improve user experience without creating prohibitive paywalls, or alternative platforms could emerge that prioritize community over profit.
Opportunities
Pepto-Bismol Sponsorship for Podcasts
Given its pink aesthetic and anti-upset stomach properties, Pepto-Bismol could be an ideal sponsor for podcasts, especially those with a lighthearted or 'gay-coded' audience, leveraging humor around anxiety-induced digestive issues.
Medieval Orchestral Covers of Modern Pop Songs for 'Bridgerton'
To boost engagement and align with its unique soundtrack, 'Bridgerton' could commission medieval orchestral covers of popular modern songs, similar to how they already use orchestral versions of contemporary hits.
Key Concepts
The Scammer's Playbook
The hosts discuss various online scams, from fake job offers (voice acting for League of Legends) to celebrity impersonations asking for money (Gerard Way). Key indicators of a scam include requests for money, suspicious email domains, and unsolicited offers that seem too good to be true. The advice is to 'always assume it's a scam' and verify information carefully.
Lessons
- Exercise caution with unsolicited medical advice found on social media, especially from professionals critiquing public figures.
- Be mindful of personal questions in interviews or casual conversations, particularly regarding sensitive topics like family planning.
- Verify online opportunities (e.g., job offers, collaborations) by checking email domains, researching the sender, and being wary of requests for money or personal information.
- Consider alternative living arrangements with a partner, such as separate rooms or residences, if personal space and alone time are priorities for relationship longevity.
Notable Moments
The podcast donates proceeds from a Patreon tier to the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) in honor of Black History Month, reviving a 'No Hate' campaign concept.
This demonstrates the podcast's commitment to social causes, using its platform to raise awareness and funds for LGBTQ+ civil rights, particularly for black LGBTQ+ individuals.
Discussion about the 'Halter Top' scandal and the Ronnie Radke catfish incident, revealing it was a woman in Thailand catfishing Britney Furlan.
This highlights the bizarre and often elaborate nature of online catfishing, underscoring the importance of digital skepticism and the emotional toll such deceptions can take.
Quotes
"I'd rather regret not having kids than have kids and regret having them."
"So, sleeping together over 25 times is what friends do? I'm bored."
"There's more important things in life than money. No matter what, you have to stay true to yourself and who you want to be. Everyone must learn this lesson. At some point, integrity is everything."
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