Chicks in the Office Episode Summary

Date: August 20, 2025
Hosts: Ria & Fran (Barstool Sports)
Episode Highlights:

• New Taylor Swift songs in The Summer I Turned Pretty?
• Paige DeSorbo’s cameo on the set of The Devil Wears Prada 2
• Latest in celebrity news (Taylor, Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau, Justin Bieber impersonator)
• Fan hot takes, voicemails, and Popcorner segment

Main Theme & Purpose

This episode is a lively exploration of the latest hot topics in pop culture, with a special focus on the rumored use of new Taylor Swift songs in The Summer I Turned Pretty, Paige DeSorbo’s major movie appearance, and a run-down of celebrity stories from the past week. Ria and Fran’s signature blend of humor, relatability, and genuine reactions guide listeners through rumors, fan theories, and their own takes on all things trending.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Summer I Turned Pretty: Swiftie Speculation

(02:48–09:12)

• Fran and Ria are obsessed with Hulu/Amazon’s The Summer I Turned Pretty, discussing binge-watching plans, major plot turning points, and, most importantly, the anticipation for new Taylor Swift songs in upcoming episodes.
• The hosts clarify episode release timing (3:00 am EST), joking about how hard it is to wait for new episodes and how emotionally invested they get during critical scenes.
• They riff on plot predictions (“We need big, big moves. Oh, man. We need a little tussle between the brothers.” — Ria, 04:23).
• Parallel to pop culture, Ria recommends Love is Blind UK, highlighting the fast-paced romance and the casting of attractive people, relating it back to similar dynamics on US reality shows.

Notable Quote:

“I can’t just watch Summer I Turned Pretty casually and then shut it off and go on with my day. It’s like big, loud emotions. My hands are in the air. I’m throwing them up. It’s a whole thing.” — Fran (07:50)

Fun Moment:

• Ria recounts a viral TikTok mom-daughter recap duo for the show, showing how social media fandoms intersect with weekly viewing (08:05–09:51).

2. Paige DeSorbo on Set of The Devil Wears Prada 2

(12:21–19:13)

• Fran and Ria break down viral photos of Paige filming a cameo in NYC, expressing excitement but also questioning if the magic of movies is lost when everything leaks beforehand.
• Debate over the trend of excessive cameos (“It builds hype… but do I wish we were surprised with the Paige DeSorbo cameo? Of course I do. We would be freaking out!” — Fran, 14:12)
• Playful banter about celebrities’ names (“Meryl S. does not join a Happy Gilmore sequel!”—Ria, 17:59), with the hosts poking fun at themselves for stand-up quality puns.

Notable Quote:

“Wouldn’t it just be that much better if we were going into the movie theaters and we were getting surprised with Paige DeSorbo on the screen?” — Ria (13:17)

3. Taylor Swift’s ‘Shiny Bug’ Vinyl Countdown and Super Bowl Clues

(19:42–27:07)

• Discussion around Taylor Swift’s mysterious countdown on her website, revealed to be a vinyl collection drop—not new music—leading to mixed feelings about building up hype for simple merch.
• Debate on whether countdowns are necessary, with Ria noting the “adrenaline rush” they cause for Swifties.
• Theorizing about Taylor’s Super Bowl 60 hints (Sourdough Sam mascot, “thinks about sourdough 60% of the time”), and the possibility of Travis Kelce’s retirement coinciding with her performance.

Notable Quotes:

“It feels big. It feels like something major is happening for sure.” — Fran (23:02)
“The signs are all there now… I really will be shocked if she’s not [doing halftime].” — Ria (26:03)

4. Celebrity Relationship Rumors & Mishaps

Katy Perry & Justin Trudeau

(29:04–30:36)

• Reports that their fling has cooled off; jokes about “Canadian heat” and playful nonsense about the name “Justin T.”
• General skepticism toward rumors that JT was mad at being photographed, given he attended Perry’s show publicly.

Justin Bieber Vegas Impersonator

(31:35–36:49)

• The story of a Justin Bieber lookalike deceiving an entire Vegas nightclub, even getting on stage during a DJ set; the Wynn had to officially remove him once discovered.
• Amusing speculation on how people (and even Justin himself) might react to realizing it was a fake.

Notable Quote:

“People are probably losing their minds, like, ‘Oh my god, Justin Bieber’s here!’— just to find out you were fooled… I’d love if that happened to us.” — Fran (33:47)

5. Popcorner: Listener Voicemails & Hot Takes

(38:17–51:11)

Taylor Swift & Summer I Turned Pretty

• Caller wonders if new Swift songs will premiere on the show.
• Fran and Ria think it would be epic, but likely it’ll be existing tracks—though finale timing could surprise viewers.

The Jonas Lineage Dilemma

• Caller asks if the Jonas brother legacy will end with daughters.
• Hosts reassure the fan: names could be kept, Frankie Jonas isn’t finished, and “the name can live on in so many different ways.” (42:23–43:22)

Dancing with the Stars Pairings

• Listener’s hot take: not wanting Robert Irwin & Riley Arnold paired despite Internet excitement; suggests older pros might be better.
• Ria and Fran respectfully disagree, feeling the age-appropriate match is ideal but note much depends on the full cast.

Memorable Quotes & Moments

Hosts’ Emotional Reactivity to TV

“I am out loud emoting.” — Fran (07:46)

On Paige DeSorbo’s Cameo

“It builds hype… but do I wish we were surprised with the Paige DeSorbo cameo? Of course I do.” — Fran (14:12)

Taylor Super Bowl Theories

“You’re not throwing out ‘I think about sourdough 60% of the time’ unless it’s a hint.” — Ria (26:39)
“I’d love if that happened to us…we were bragging like a bunch of assholes, and then it was like, nope, it’s an impersonator.” — Fran (34:03)

Laugh-Out-Loud Banter

• Teasing each other about making “cold” jokes regarding Katy Perry’s romance fizzling (29:49–30:16)
• Mock frustration about not having the Jonas Brother “line” continue—“We’re out here worrying about the Jonas line, the name…” (42:16)

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |--------------------------------------|-----------------| | Summer I Turned Pretty + Swift | 02:48–09:12 | | Paige DeSorbo in Prada 2 | 12:21–19:13 | | Taylor Swift ‘Shiny Bug’/Super Bowl | 19:42–27:07 | | Katy Perry & Justin Trudeau | 29:04–30:36 | | Justin Bieber Lookalike in Vegas | 31:35–36:49 | | Popcorner (Listener Voicemails) | 38:17–51:11 |

Tone

Playful, spontaneous, and conversational. Fran and Ria riff easily, moving from gossipy “did you hear?” moments to heartfelt fan engagement, making the episode enjoyable, light, and very much in-the-know.

Final Thoughts

This episode captures the best of Chicks in the Office—up-to-the-minute pop culture news, witty banter, and moments that make listeners feel like they’re in on the group chat. Fans of Taylor Swift, The Summer I Turned Pretty, and reality TV will find plenty to love here. Whether it’s theorizing about Super Bowl hints, dissecting celebrity rumors, or defending the legacy of the Jonas name, Ria and Fran deliver their trademark authenticity and fun.