In this week’s episode of Curly Girly News, Katherine continues to unpack Blake Lively’s lawsuit against Justin Baldoni and the fallout from the shocking smear campaign allegations that have taken Hollywood by storm. She also recaps Beyoncé’s show-stopping Christmas Day halftime performance of Cowboy Carter, breaking down every iconic moment. Katherine shares a personal touch by highlighting her favorite Christmas gifts—both received and given—and dives into the quirky topic of “bubble butt syndrome” in turtles. The episode wraps up with a heartfelt reflection on the importance of family time during the holidays. Pop Culture Headlines (00:00:26) - ‘We Can Bury Anyone’: Inside a Hollywood Smear Machine (NYT) - I’ve Seen Celebrity P.R. Tactics at Work. Blake Lively Is Not Alone. (NYT) - Justin Baldoni's ex-publicist sues him and his PR team following Blake Lively's complaint (NBC) - Justin Baldoni's Publicist Jennifer Abel Insists 'No Smear' Against Blake Lively & How She Could 'Work Against Another Woman' Amid Lawsuit (Just Jared) - Amy Schumer and More Celebrities Support Blake Lively Amid Legal Battle Against Justin Baldoni (US Weekly) Entertainment Recap (00:29:41) - Beyoncé’s Halftime Show on Netflix Lifestyle (00:36:50) - Christmas Present Haul Feature Story aka Smart Dumb B*tch (00:40:41) - Sea Turtle With ‘Bubble Butt Syndrome’ Gets Another Chance at Floating Straight, Thanks to a 3D-Printed Harness (Smithsonian Magazine) Editorial (00:43:56) - Urgency to Spend Time With Your Parents
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