Just Trish: January 13, 2026 — Podcast Summary
Podcast: Just Trish
Host: Trisha Paytas
Date: January 13, 2026
Co-Hosts: Moses, Nicole
Main Theme
This episode centers around Trisha and friends' signature unfiltered takes on the latest pop culture news. The trio dissects the Golden Globes, viral celebrity couples, awards show mishaps, internet fandom drama, recent Hollywood scandals, and the interplay between celebrity culture and social media. Throughout, they balance their trademark blend of humor and controversy with authentic behind-the-scenes insight from Nicole’s and Trisha’s entertainment industry experience.
Major Discussion Points & Insights
1. Golden Globes Recap & Behind-the-Scenes
- Location & Red Carpet Experience: The ceremony took place at the Beverly Hills Hilton, which this year mimicked the Met Gala’s signature staircase, making for “stairs to nowhere” photo ops. Attendees complained about the heat inside the tent.
- Quote (13:21) Trisha: “They built the stairs because they wanted the Met Gala, like, so it was stairs to nowhere.”
- Gift Bags & Celebrity Access: Discussion about extravagant gift bags and celebrity treatment, including comments about Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet’s highly-watched table interactions.
- Oscars Season & Awards Politics: Commentary on how “Wicked for Good” didn’t land the wins many anticipated, the campaign cycle, and the crossover between pop culture, streaming, and awards.
2. Broadway Debut & Award Nominations (Moses)
- Moses shares excitement about his surprising nomination for “Favorite Broadway Debut” at the iHeart Awards, juxtaposing his own underdog status with established stars.
- Quote (10:07) Moses: “This is so crazy...I feel like I am the underdog. I’m, like, happy to be here. So if you are someone who wants to vote. I’m happy to be there, honestly.”
3. Viral Fandoms & Online Behavior
- Heated Rivalry/Letterboxd Drama: The fandom around the show “Heated Rivalry” is dissected, focusing on the leaked Letterboxd account of actor Hudson Williams. His blunt film reviews (calling Rachel Zegler’s performance “least embodied,” critiquing Pedro Pascal, etc.) stirred debate about private opinions, public persona, and hypocrisy in fan culture.
- Quote (62:44): Trisha (reading Hudson's review): “Rachel Zegler was probably the least embodied performance I’ve seen in the last five years…”
- Fandom Hypocrisy & Online Bullying: The group reflects on how fans can both defend their idol’s opinions while ruthlessly bullying dissenting critics.
4. Celebrity Relationships & Internet Speculation
- Deep conversation about the scrutiny celebrity couples face (Kylie & Timmy, Justin & Hailey Bieber, Taylor Swift’s exes, Olivia Rodrigo, TikTok couples breaking up).
- Quote (130:56): Trisha: “People love to discredit that girl. I feel for Hailey.”
5. AI, Deepfakes & Social Media Obsession
- Covered the news of a TikToker making viral AI edits inserting herself as Joe Keery’s partner, and the ethical/privacy questions it raises for fan communities and celebrities.
- Discussed ongoing problems with AI image abuse, particularly on X/Twitter, and its impact, especially on young actors and minors.
- Quote (85:53): Trisha: “It is very misleading…AI situations of Joe Keery being her husband…It does bring up a lot of questions…it does look kind of real.”
6. Industry Insights: Podcast, TV, and Acting
- Reflections on the proliferation of celebrity podcasts, meta-commentary about podcast culture, and whether awards like the Golden Globes reward industry connections.
- Quote (15:58): Nicole: “She got it because of how close she is to the people that vote and all that.”
- Analysis of the “old guard” of TV and how newer series win awards, as well as observations about the repetitive wins in TV awards.
7. Pop Culture Moments & Side Tangents
- Movie & Book Reviews: Discussion around Hudson Williams' viral Letterboxd reviews, the differences in critical vs. casual audience opinions, and social media's amplification of private thoughts.
- Childhood, Blockbuster Nostalgia & Privilege: The group contrasts memories of Blockbuster rentals vs. financial privilege and the normalization of different experiences.
- Quote (54:23): Trisha: “It’s really as hard as that is. You wouldn’t know it’s a privilege when you’re young…”
- Mental Health & Neurodivergence in Pop Culture: An honest segment about personal OCD habits (Trisha), autism representation in media (and new Barbie), and destigmatizing neurodivergence.
8. Recent Scandals & Hot Topics
- Daniel Stern Solicitation Incident (Home Alone actor): The podcast riffs on the pointlessness of sting operations for prostitution, legal double standards, and the need for more pragmatic laws.
- Quote (41:45): Trisha (joking): “If you want to be a prostitute, you have to go all the way!”
- Christy and Desmond’s Divorce: Their TikTok-perfect marriage fell apart over infidelity, which sparked a discussion about parasocial relationships and authenticity online.
- Quote (121:00): Moses: “Because one person decided to cheat, that means you won’t be able to see your kids every day...”
9. Reality TV & Drag Race
- Recaps and impressions of “The Traitors” and “Drag Race,” including player drama, fan favorites, and diverse representation.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Fandom Double Standards (66:58): Trisha: “…look at what the girls engaged with; when everyone comes together and be like, ‘No, we love this show,’ like now Heated Rivalry’s a phenomenon and the biggest moment in pop culture. And I think it’s amazing. But I think the fandom gets a little crazy.”
- On Social Media & AI (85:53): Trisha: “It does look kind of real…AI situations of Joe Keery being her husband... It does bring up a lot of questions of, like, how is—a little much, right?”
- On Extent of Childhood Privilege (54:23): Trisha: “It’s a privilege when you’re young. You just think it’s the norm.”
- On Michael Rappaport on Traitors (97:00): Trisha: “Michael Rappaport is just, like, kind of the worst...Even Portia…she was like, ‘They did me a favor because he was worse in person.’”
- On Online Scandals (41:45): Trisha: “If you want to be a prostitute, you have to go all the way!”
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Golden Globes Hot Takes & Awards Politics: 08:53–23:43
- Moses’ Broadway Debut Nomination: 09:31–12:45
- Celebrity Couple Watch & Public Scrutiny: 29:59–33:33; 130:09–133:43
- Heated Rivalry Letterboxd Leak & Fandom Drama: 60:30–67:43
- Joe Keery AI Deepfake Drama: 85:05–90:55
- Blockbuster Childhood Privilege: 54:02–55:30
- Industry Reflections on Celebrity Podcasts: 21:25–22:10
- Daniel Stern Solicitation Story: 39:37–45:07
- Traitors/Reality TV Commentary: 93:14–99:51
- Online Couples, Divorce & Authenticity: 117:35–122:43
- Neurodivergence & OCD Talk: 110:07–113:29
- Drag Race & RuPaul Segment: 102:01–104:53
Tone & Language
The episode maintains an irreverent, often comedic tone, true to Trisha’s brand. The trio blend pop culture gossip with skepticism and vulnerability. Moses’s contributions lean into dramatic humor, while Nicole offers grounded industry commentary. The language is candid and conversational, sprinkled with dry observations, playful hyperbole, and moments of genuine empathy.
Conclusion
This episode exemplifies “Just Trish” with its mix of hot takes, real-life insight, and good-natured chaos—a compelling pop culture digest for listeners who want more than just celebrity headlines. Whether breaking down awards show drama or meditating on the pitfalls of parasocial internet behavior, Trisha and company deliver snappy, often self-aware, and occasionally poignant takes that keep their audience entertained and in-the-know.