Liv, Laugh, What? | pop culture and politics

Liv, Laugh, What? | pop culture and politics

Liv James brings your weekly dose of top stories in pop culture and politics — all with a healthy dose of humor. From mini deep dives on trending topics in the media, to interviews with thought-provoking guests, we're keeping it real and relevant, all in under 20 minutes. | @heyitslivjames, @livlaughwhatpodcast We're living, we're laughing, what the heck is happening?

Episodes

July 15, 2025 23 mins

This week’s episode is a pop culture-heavy one! We’re discussing The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 airing July 16th, Amazon Prime’s latest TV show in the top 10, “We Were Liars,” Ed Westwick reprising his role as Chuck Bass for a campaign with Lancôme, as well as Justin Bieber‘s brand new album, “SWAG.” We’re also discussing the latest in the Epstein File drama and what the rhetoric has been from the administration, as well as on...

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Today we’re breaking down some top stories in the news, the shocking (but amazing) trends that are resurfacing for spring/summer 2025, OG social media, and more!


Did you have a Tumblr back in the day? We’re sharing our blog themes, the vibes, and all the good stuff over on IG stories for a new series! Share yours in the DMs here: @livlaughwhatpod


STORIES FROM TODAY’S EPISODE:

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From the DRAMA surrounding the (very) long-awaited Epstein Files drop, to English being declared as the OFFICIAL language of the United States, Zelenskyy's showdown with President Trump and VP Vance at the White House, and my thoughts on the Sway reunion / the Josh and Jaden chat/apology, we're breaking down all the hot topics in politics and social media, all in under 25 minutes.


Follow along on Instagram and X for updates: @heyit...

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It's the first episode of 2025 and we're covering it ALL, from updates on the Kash Patel confirmation, to resurrecting my love for the BFFs Podcast, recounting the level of shook I was when I saw Bryce Hall speaking at a Trump rally all over my X timeline last year, the Sway boys reuniting, and my thoughts on Cynthia Erivo playing Jesus in the new "Jesus Christ Superstar!"


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In this first-of-four interview episodes with my childhood best friend, Leah Lemos, she's sharing her incredible story of how God totally transformed her life. From growing up in church to later going to college and falling into partying, a destructive sorority and the "rushing" process, a demonic encounter, and so much more, to God meeting her in that place and her rededicating her life back to Him, we're uncovering it all! FOLL...
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In this episode, we're chatting about what all it means to "stretch out your tent pegs," applying God's character to your current season, and why it's impactful to pray and ask God for a word He would want you to focus on for 2024! LET'S CONNECT! @heyitslivjames // @livlaughwhatpod Nate word: https://nateandchristy.co/you-are-entering-a-stretch-forth-your-tent-pegs-season Christine Vales Hebrew Year video: https://youtu.be/ExFS...
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In this super impromptu episode, I’m sharing with you some advice for when you’re at a place of saying “okay, God. I know you told me ___, but it looks like that’s not going to happen.” From understanding the difference between facts and truth, to applying the Word to your current situation, we’re going through the process of “having done all to stand, keep standing” and what that looks like, all in under 15 minutes. JENNA BOYD EPI...
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Hey guys! Today I got to sit down with Physical Therapist, Dr. Kelly from The Women's Center at Children's Therapy Solutions in Palmetto, Florida, and we discussed all things PELVIC FLOOR!

We specifically dive into 1) What is the Pelvic Floor?, 2) What is Pelvic Floor Dysfunction?, 3) Common Signs and Symptoms of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, 4) What Does Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Look Like in Women Who Have Never Been Pregnant...

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Hey guys, what's up?! I had the absolute privilege of sitting down to chat with actress Jenna Boyd (Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, Atypical), about soooo many fun topics in this episode!

From her journey of "apartmentsteading" (homesteading but in an apartment) and viewing food/health through a biblical lens, a new way to view your single season and how to know when you've met "the one," a practical...

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100th EPISODE!!! The Value in Being Yourself, Embracing Femininity, & The Best Dating Advice // In this ONE HUNDREDTH EPISODE, I'm chatting with one of my best friends for the last ten years, Iram, and we share personal stories and advice on dealing with peer pressure and learning the value of being yourself, how embracing femininity changed our lives, and the best practical dating advice. Follow along on Instagram at @heyitslivj...
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Welcome back!! DUDE, I LOVE THAT is now LIV, LAUGH, WHAT? and, of course, with a new name comes a new vibe, and this off-the-cuff episode is just that. Today we're discussing how we get stuck, how the enemy attacks us when we decide to move forward or are in a season of transition, capturing our thoughts/the importance of choosing what you listen to wisely, and how to get UN-stuck. // ** I used a different editing platform this tim...
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CHRISTMAS EPISODES ARE HERE! We're kicking things off with the new Lindsay Lohan Netflix Christmas movie, Falling for Christmas and diving into the main character's personality types in under 15 minutes.

Follow along on IG for more info and to vote on which Christmas movies we cover this year! @heyitslivjames

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Today we're diving into anther cult-favorite TV show, CRIMINAL MINDS! We're diving into some interesting topics, like how two people with the same type can look so different, my *very* controversial typing of Spencer Reid, which types would be best under extreme conditions, etc.

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Today we're diving into anther favorite TV show, SCHITT'S CREEK! We'll be looking at family dynamics and how they play a major role in personality traits, the process of adopting some of your spouse's personality traits after years together, how Type 2s and Type 7s tend to get mistyped and the biggest difference between the two types, and so much more!

Follow along on INSTAGRAM: @heyitslivjames

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With the holidays around the corner, company event dates, meeting up with friends of friends at parties, etc., is inevitable, which is why we're taking a detailed look at some RED and GREEN flags in dating by each personality type, plus diving into each type's top Love Languages!
If you want more episodes like this, let me know on IG: @heyitslivjames

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Today we're talking about one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE SHOWS, Gilmore Girls! With 3 years personality types psychology training/experience under my belt, I'm re-typing these iconic characters and explaining why I have so many "controversial" typings for them!!

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We're kicking off this amazing Deep Dive series with one of my all-time favorite characters, Tris Prior from Divergent! As a Counterphobic Enneagram 6, Tris is the perfect example of the reactivity, vacillating, testing, and doubting that Type 6's are known for, with that countertype twist of moving towards fear, rather than away from it, like the Social or Self Pres 6. 


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It's time to type the character's from this (short lived) Steven Spielberg GEM (and one of my favorite shows of all time), RED BAND SOCIETY! The cult-followed show gives us incredible insight into many of the Gut and Heart Types and is the perfect display of the differences between acting from your gut/body and acting from your heart/emotions. 

Follow along on INSTAGRAM: @heyitslivjames

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If you're an Enneagram Type 5 or you have a 5 in your life, this episode is for you! My mom, a Certified Human Behavior Consultant, joins me as we continue this new series where we debunk common myths and misconceptions about Enneagram types we know best. With my mom being a Type 5 and me, as a Type 6, having a 5 wing, we're drawing from personal experience, as well as anecdotes from friends/colleagues to right some commonl...

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If you're an Enneagram Type 8 or you have an 8 in your life, this episode is for you! My mom, a Certified Human Behavior Specialist, joins me as we kick off this new series where we'll be debunking common myths and misconceptions about Enneagram types we know best. With both having 8s in our tritypes and my mom (as a 5) going to 8 in health, we're drawing from personal experience, as well as anecdotes from friends/colle...

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