Two Ts In A Pod – The Twot Seat: THE CHRISLEYS
Hosts: Teddi Mellencamp & Tamra Judge
Guests: Todd & Julie Chrisley
Release Date: January 20, 2026
Podcast: Two Ts In A Pod (iHeartPodcasts)
Episode Overview
In this special “Twat Seat” episode, Tamra Judge welcomes Todd and Julie Chrisley, famous for “Chrisley Knows Best,” newly pardoned and reunited after serving time for tax evasion and bank fraud. The conversation is candid, spanning reality TV comebacks, behind-the-scenes of “The Masked Singer,” their personal prison experiences, their presidential pardon from Donald Trump, family resilience, advocacy for prison reform, and the backlash they've received amid their return to public life.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Reunion and Lighthearted Banter
- Tamra warmly welcomes Todd & Julie, jokes about their friendship and her mom’s longstanding “crush” on Todd.
- Discussion about their time apart, reconnecting, and the strong family bonds that endured during their incarceration.
- (03:34) Todd: “Thank you. You look amazing.”
- (03:46) Tamra: “My mom. No disrespect, Julie, but my mom has the hots for Todd. We all know that.”
- (03:52) Todd (joking): “She’s been my girlfriend for years.”
2. The Masked Singer Experience
- The Chrisleys reveal details of appearing as ‘The Croissants’ on “The Masked Singer,” and the emotional significance of the costume as a tribute to their late friend Nick.
- Julie admits nerves about singing: “I was a little apprehensive because I don’t sing at all and Todd does.” (05:43)
- Todd and Julie clarify the singing is not all pre-recorded and joke about needing auto-tune.
- Discuss the secrecy of the show, even from their own children, and how Savannah guessed their involvement.
[04:13] Todd Chrisley:
“You know, the show, they presented it to us... when they brought [the croissant costume] to us, it was kind of like a nod from [Nick].”
[05:24] Julie Chrisley:
“Well, I think they probably helped me out a little bit [with auto-tune].”
3. Life & Separation During Prison (06:41–09:19, 14:04–17:49, 32:24–35:48)
- Contrast in prison experiences: Julie describes having a “much harder time” and less favorable conditions than Todd.
- Todd and Julie reveal they had no contact for the entire 28 months—only monitored, slow email via prison systems.
- Julie’s recounting of rough conditions: no air conditioning, unreliable heating, and a 52-day ordeal being transferred and held in jails after initially appealing her case.
- Emotional effects:
- Julie admits she “lived every day looking to get it over with” and recognizes the trauma for her kids, especially Savannah.
- Todd shares how observing the system’s failings gave him a new sense of mission and perspective:
“These 28 months were not the worst 28 months of my life. Because God allowed me to see what the mission was.” (24:59)
4. Shows, Projects & What’s Next for the Chrisleys (17:06–18:17)
- Multiple upcoming projects:
- Julie and Savannah travel out of the country in March for an Amazon project; Todd heading to the UK for a separate show; Julie starting a cooking show in February.
- Plans to resume filming the family’s reality show later in the year, expected to premiere in early 2027.
- Their prison release was filmed for a Lifetime documentary.
5. Being Pardoned & the Impact on Family (18:45–21:21, 35:03–39:49)
- Savannah’s pivotal role in securing their pardon, managing the family, and facing online backlash.
- Both discuss the emotional call from the president, the shock of their release, and the madness of packing up and saying goodbye to their “prison kids.”
- Backlash is acknowledged, but they highlight most negativity was more about Trump than them personally.
“Our backlash was not really that we got a pardon. It was more so that we were pardoned by President Trump.” – Julie (35:19)
6. Prison Reform Advocacy & The First Step Act (21:31–24:59)
- Todd is actively working with the Bureau of Prisons and advocates for early releases for others under the First Step Act.
- Proudly shares the number of inmates he’s helped release—97 by Christmas, 111 as of this episode.
- Critiques the system’s inefficiency and bias toward minorities and non-English speakers.
“Some of them [inmates] have been there over a year longer than what they should have been there for.” – Todd (22:49)
“Even a day longer than what you have to stay there is too much.” – Julie (23:19)
7. The Chrisley Case: Public Attention & New Revelations (25:13–25:52)
- Todd claims their prosecution was “targeted due to their celebrity status” per Inspector General findings, and their case is now under further investigation.
8. Reflections, Growth & Strength as a Family (26:30–28:05, 37:06–39:49)
- Perspective: Both maintain they had it better than many inmates, focusing on gratitude and purpose rather than hardships.
- Family resilience, deepened understanding, and proof to themselves and their kids that they can endure hardship and thrive after.
9. Responding to Haters & Life Post-Pardon (35:03–40:48)
- On critics: Online backlash is mostly political; most people are supportive or separate their personal feelings about the Chrisleys from the politics of their pardon.
- Advice:
“Do you really think that they wouldn’t trade places with you right now? Shut up. Just shut your mouth.” – Tamra (40:21)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|---------|-------| | 03:52 | Todd (to Tamra) | “She’s been my girlfriend for years.” | | 04:13 | Todd | “The croissant costume... was kind of like a nod from [Nick].” | | 09:03 | Todd | “Our identity is not a show... we’re a husband and a wife, we have parents, we’re the parents of children, and that’s where our identity is.” | | 16:02–16:39 | Julie | “We didn’t talk for 28 months... we had email... [but] it was hard to keep a conversation going...” | | 23:33 | Todd | “My goal was to get 100 men home by Christmas time, and I fell short by three. I got 97 home. And now it’s up to 111.” | | 24:59 | Todd | “These 28 months were not the worst 28 months of my life. Because God allowed me to see what the mission was.” | | 25:40 | Todd | “The Inspector General said the Chrisleys were targeted due to their celebrity status.” | | 35:19 | Julie | “Our backlash was not really that we got a pardon. It was more so that we were pardoned by President Trump.” | | 37:06 | Todd | “Even if we’re separated, the strength is still there.” |
Segment Timestamps—Key Moments
- 03:34 – Reconnecting & playful banter about Tamra’s mom’s crush on Todd
- 04:13 – ‘The Croissants’ origin, Masked Singer experience
- 05:43 – Julie on singing nerves
- 06:41 – Prison experience: daily life, working out, amenities
- 14:04 – Behind-the-scenes secrecy on Masked Singer, sequestering
- 16:02 – Communication during prison: 28 months, no conversation
- 17:06 – New projects for the Chrisley family
- 18:45 – Filming family’s reunion upon release
- 19:14 – Savannah’s effort and emotional impact of parents’ imprisonment and release
- 21:31 – Todd’s advocacy and work for other inmates via the First Step Act
- 25:13 – The case against the Chrisleys and allegations of targeting
- 32:24–34:48 – Julie’s harsh prison experience and mental health
- 35:03 – Discussion of public and political backlash post-pardon
- 37:06 – Family resilience and learning from hardship
- 39:49 – Reflections on politics in Hollywood/fame
Tone and Style
- Conversational, playful, and at times irreverent, with candid confessions and quips—true to Tamra and Todd’s public personalities.
- Supportive and empathetic, especially around emotional and traumatic experiences.
- Unfiltered and direct in addressing controversy, with an undercurrent of self-deprecating humor.
Summary
This episode offers a candid look at the Chrisleys’ journey from reality TV fame through the public and private pain of scandal and incarceration, culminating in a surprising presidential pardon. Todd and Julie provide behind-the-scenes insight into TV appearances, share the real struggles and revelations of prison life, and define their renewed sense of purpose—particularly, Todd’s newfound advocacy for criminal justice reform. Despite the online and political backlash, the Chrisleys remain focused on family strength, gratitude, and their next chapter both on and off the screen.