Podcast Summary: BFFs with Josh Richards and Brianna Chickenfry

Episode: WHY ARE ALL THE CELEBRITY COUPLES BREAKING UP??? (S2 Ep 36)

Date: September 25, 2025
Hosts: Josh Richards, Brianna Chickenfry
Producer: Barstool Sports

Overview

In this lively episode, Josh and Brianna catch up on their recent adventures, celebrate pop culture news, and dive into the string of celebrity couple breakups that have everyone talking. The hosts blend personal anecdotes, friendship banter, and sharp commentary on headlines, including celebrity romances, shocking scandals, music news, and more. They sprinkle in laughter, nostalgia, and sincerity as they break down the week in pop culture.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Home Life & Childhood Restrictions

Timestamps: [01:08]–[04:43]

• Josh’s Frustrating Visit Home: Josh jokes that his parents control his brother’s Wi-Fi so tightly it feels like “North Korea.” He shares, "I'm comparing my parent's home to North Korea. Because...my dad has some device where he's like canceling Wi-Fi to my brother's device." [01:11]
• Screen Time Deprivation: Josh and Bri reflect on strict parental rules growing up, relating lack of access to screens and candy to later-life overindulgences.
  • "From birth, right out the gates, up until high school, I was only allowed 30 minutes of screens." - Josh [02:32]
  • Overindulgence in candy as a result of childhood restrictions is humorously discussed.

2. Bri's Solo Travels & Future Road Trips

Timestamps: [04:49]–[08:38]

• Scotland Adventures: Bri shares details about her first-ever solo trip to Scotland, connecting with locals, and her post-trip blues.
• Trip Planning: Encouraged by viewers, Bri contemplates a Prince Edward Island road trip—Josh gives a glowing description of the island and shares childhood road trip memories.

3. Pop Culture Headlines

Tom Holland’s Concussion as Spider-Man

Timestamps: [09:10]–[11:57]

• Josh & Bri Discuss Spider-Man Actors:
  • Josh: “Tom Holland to me...He is Spider-Man to me.” [09:53]
  • The duo debate who's the ultimate Spider-Man and why Tom Holland's take is special.

Love Island & Celebrity Couple Drama

Timestamps: [12:01]–[16:05]

• Lewis Russell & Huda Go Instagram Official: The hosts muse about Love Island's non-stop drama and the challenge of maintaining privacy within that universe.

  • "It seems like it's, like, never ending drama...everyday there's some relationship at risk." - Josh [12:57]

• Bri and Austin Shepard: Bri shares she was invited on a date by Austin Shepard, with plans to possibly go on a live date during their tour.

The Celebrity Breakup Rundown

Timestamps: [16:06]–[20:42]

• Nina Dobrev & Shaun White Breakup:

  • “...today, on September 5, Nina posts on Instagram...someone commented on the post...I saw your fiancé at a bar in Austin, Texas...with two girls.” - Bri [16:06]
  • The hosts discuss rumors, fan reactions, and rebounding with Zac Efron.

• Kelsea Ballerini & Chase Stokes:

  • Bri: “Love is seriously dead after this.” [18:03]
  • Discussion about social media pressure on relationships and how public breakups unfold.

4. Music & TV Highlights

Saturday Night Live Upcoming Guests

Timestamps: [21:16]–[22:37]

• Bad Bunny, Amy Poehler, Sabrina Carpenter, and more are announced; Josh gushes:
  • “It gets me angry how good [Bad Bunny] is. It absolutely irritates me...he’s so good at everything.” [21:43]

Taylor Swift's New “Life of a Showgirl” Movie Announcement

Timestamps: [22:54]–[23:47]

• Bri laments missing out on ticket sales while in Scotland and jokes:
  • "You really could make a lot of money off me. I'm easily, easily convinced." [23:31]

Camp Rock 3 in Production

Timestamps: [24:55]–[26:40]

• Jonas Brothers Return: The Jonas Brothers return for a new Camp Rock as executive producer Demi Lovato is not (yet) cast—a move Bri and Josh theorize is due to past trauma or busy schedules.

Cardi B's New Album & Pregnancy

Timestamps: [37:09]–[40:22]

• Bri reviews Cardi B’s latest album, “Tough,” noting features by Selena Gomez, Lizzo, and Kehlani, plus a standout diss track against Bia.
  • “She disses Bia so hard...I don’t know anything about Bia, but I don’t want to be biased because that’s exactly the opening to the song: Gun to your head, name five Bia songs. Boom, I’m dead.” - Bri [37:44]
• Cardi B’s new pregnancy with NFL star Stefon Diggs is discussed.

5. Darker News: The David Burke Investigation

Timestamps: [28:07]–[36:16]

• The Story: Musician David Burke (“David”)’s car is linked to the missing person/quasi-homicide case of a 13-year-old girl.
  • "My thing that I keep going back to is, like, this girl was 13. You're a pedophile already." - Bri [31:36]
• The hosts dissect the online discourse, ethical implications, and the impact of internet sleuths on active investigations.
  • "The public court of opinion...if the whole freaking world believes they're this type of person...my whole life is ruined." - Josh [35:22]

6. Sports, Festivals, and More Celebrity News

Coachella 2025 Lineup

Timestamps: [43:19]–[46:21]

• Justin Bieber Headlining: Both hosts are excited about the diverse lineup, noting that people love to complain about Coachella yet always return.
  • “People just like to complain because then it doesn't get their expectations up.” - Josh [43:51]

Harry Styles Runs the Berlin Marathon

Timestamps: [46:25]–[47:01]

• He runs sub-three hours under a fake name, impressing the hosts.
  • “Was it a full marathon or a half? He ran a full marathon in a 6 minute 50 second pace.” - Josh [46:40]

Special Forces Reality Series Premiere

Timestamps: [52:12]–[53:34]

• Bri’s upcoming appearance on Fox’s Special Forces is teased, with self-deprecating humor about lacking cable or Hulu.

Book/Movie News: “The Summer I Turned Pretty”

Timestamps: [48:07]–[50:54]

• The popular series is concluding with a movie rather than a final season, leading to mixed feeling among fans.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• "From birth, right out the gates, up until high school, I was only allowed 30 minutes of screens." - Josh [02:32]
• "You really could make a lot of money off me. I'm easily, easily convinced. I'm...bad at bargaining." - Bri [23:31]
• "He disses Bia so hard...‘gun to your head, name five Bia songs. Boom, I’m dead.’" - Bri [37:44]
• "My thing that I keep going back to is, like, this girl was 13. You're a pedophile already." - Bri [31:36]
• "People just like to complain because then it doesn't get their expectations up." - Josh [43:51]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Parental Wi-Fi controls & childhood rules: [01:08]–[04:43]
• Bri's solo travel & road trip talk: [04:49]–[08:38]
• Spider-Man discussion: [09:10]–[11:57]
• Celebrity couples/Love Island drama: [12:01]–[16:05]
• Breakup headlines: [16:06]–[20:42]
• SNL & music news: [21:16]–[22:37]
• Taylor Swift’s movie: [22:54]–[23:47]
• Camp Rock 3: [24:55]–[26:40]
• David Burke investigation scandal: [28:07]–[36:16]
• Cardi B’s album & pregnancy: [37:09]–[40:22]
• Coachella lineup: [43:19]–[46:21]
• Harry Styles marathon: [46:25]–[47:01]
• “The Summer I Turned Pretty” movie: [48:07]–[50:54]
• Special Forces promotion: [52:12]–[53:34]

Tone and Takeaways

Josh and Bri balance playful ribbing, straight talk, and open reactions to shockers in pop culture. Their chemistry keeps the episode light even during heavier news. If you’re invested in celebrity culture, viral stories, or just enjoy candid Gen-Z commentary, this episode pulls you in with a mix of humor, empathy, and relentless curiosity.

For in-depth segments, hear:

• Why Josh thinks childhood deprivation leads to later "sensory overload"
• The hosts' hot takes on heartbreak, rebounds, and internet detective culture
• Celebrations of favorite artists—notably Bad Bunny, Taylor Swift, and Cardi B
• Unfiltered reaction to serious current events

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