Thirsty Topics podcast
A weekly podcast dedicated to trending topics on social media, pop culture and entertainment. Lawrence and Meryl have healthy discussions with multiple perspectives.
Episodes
What happens when celebrity endorsements go terribly wrong? This week, Lawrence and Meryl dive deep into Sydney Sweeney's controversial American Eagle campaign that has everyone talking for all the wrong reasons. The hosts unpack why the "great genes" messaging struck such a nerve and how the actress's dumbed-down persona might be damaging her carefully crafted image. Is this a case of tone-deaf ma...
The entertainment landscape shifted dramatically this week with Malcolm Jamal Warner's sudden passing from an accidental drowning. The beloved actor, most known for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, leaves behind a powerful legacy of breaking stereotypes about Black families on television and his advocacy work around mental health issues. His rare ability to transition successfully from child star to r...
What happens when tradition meets innovation? This week, Lawrence and Meryl dive into a wedding moment that's redefining celebration as Lawrence shares how his cousin replaced the traditional bouquet toss by giving each woman a rose, acknowledging everyone's worth rather than singling out just one person. It's a subtle yet powerful shift that speaks volumes about evolving social customs.
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Ever wondered if your car choice might be secretly sabotaging your career? This week, Lawrence Elrod and Meryl Klemo tackle this unexpected workplace dynamic alongside major headlines dominating our news cycles.
We break down the Sean "Diddy" Combs verdict with all its complexities – found not guilty of racketeering but guilty on two lesser prostitution-related charges. Despite potentially facing 20...
Lawrence and Meryl weigh in on the ongoing Sean Combs trial, Bezos's controversial Venice wedding, and Tyler Perry's unexpected lawsuit.
• The Sean Combs trial enters jury deliberation phase after prosecution drops some charges, including arson
• Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Venice wedding faces local protests despite bringing significant tourism revenue to the city
• Tyler Perry fac...
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We explore today's trending topics from ICE raids in Los Angeles to the public feud between Elon Musk and Trump, mixing hard-hitting news analysis with more lighthearted stories about a DoorDash driver on airport tarmac and flying car pre-orders.
• Fans waiting 60 days for Nintendo Switch 2 release and the growing business of professional line-standing services
• The troubling ICE raid situation in L...
Taylor Swift makes a powerful move by buying back the rights to her first six albums for $360 million, ending a long-running battle over ownership of her music with former manager Scooter Braun. We explore what this means for artists' ownership of their work and why this is such a significant moment in the music industry.
• Taylor Swift announced the purchase through a letter on her website expressing he...
We dive into the social media war between TGI Fridays and Chili's over mozzarella stick supremacy, with Chili's devastating comeback going viral while many people admit they didn't know Fridays restaurants still existed.
• New Orleans prison break where 10 inmates escaped by ripping a toilet off the wall and crawling through the opening
• Colorado Rockies fan suing the team after being hit ...
We dive into an array of trending stories from the uplifting to the controversial, giving you our unfiltered take on the week's hottest headlines and cultural moments.
• American Idol crowns Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old gym teacher from Mississippi, the first African-American winner since Ruben Studdard
• Blake Lively allegedly attempted to blackmail Taylor Swift according to Justin Baldoni's la...
Lawrence and Meryl dive into a range of headline-grabbing stories from Weight Watchers filing bankruptcy to the controversial Qatar gift of a luxury airplane to former President Trump.
• Weight Watchers declares bankruptcy with over $1 billion in debt, likely due to competition from weight loss drugs and meal prep services
• Newark Airport experiences its third system outage in two weeks with air traffic ...
The economy shows concerning signs with Target limiting self-checkout amid theft losses and Americans taking out loans for groceries, while entertainment industry faces disruption from proposed tariffs on foreign films and Lady Gaga's Rio concert draws two million fans despite a thwarted bomb threat.
• Target limits self-checkout to 10 items or less amid $500 million in theft-related losses
• NFL fin...
Lawrence and Meryl dive into shocking news that Oscar voters weren't required to watch all nominated films before voting, raising questions about the integrity of past Academy Award winners.
• The NFL draft controversy surrounding Shedeur Sanders, who dropped to the fifth round despite expectations of a higher selection
• A cruel prank call to Sanders from the son of an Atlanta Falcons coordinator wh...
Lawrence and Meryl dive into celebrity relationships, viral challenges, and technological advancements that are making headlines this week. They explore everything from Birdman and Toni Braxton's whirlwind marriage to the amusing but terrifying reality of alligators ringing doorbells in Florida.
• Toni Braxton and Birdman had a secret wedding last August but filed for divorce days later before reconcilin...
Ever wondered what Gayle King and Katy Perry saw at the edge of space? Lawrence and Meryl tackle Blue Origin's headline-making all-female flight with refreshing skepticism. Beyond the celebrity excitement and "space tourism" narrative lies a fascinating conversation about what these private space ventures might really represent—and what information might be filtered before reaching the public.
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The latest Thirsty Topics episode takes listeners on a journey through America's economic anxieties and cultural curiosities with hosts Lawrence Elrod and Meryl Klemo.
From the opening exchange about White Lotus to startling revelations about aggressive sea lions, the conversation quickly establishes a pattern of finding humor and insight in unexpected places. Lawrence shares news about comedian Jeff Ro...
Dive into the latest celebrity controversies as we explore Justin Bieber's erratic social media behavior amid his ex Selena Gomez's new relationship, and examine a high school basketball coach who was fired for yanking a player's hair during a game.
• Justin Bieber's concerning Instagram activity including bird photos and account deactivation
• Debate over appropriate physical contact ...
The world has never been short on bizarre stories, but this week's roundup takes things to a new level of strange. Lawrence and Meryl dive deep into news stories that leave us both concerned and bewildered - from privacy invasions to celestial misadventures.
We unpack the alarming story of Tesla owners having their personal information leaked online, alongside the troubling trend of people setting Teslas...
Dawn Robinson of En Vogue is living in her car despite creating hits we still hear today. Lawrence and Meryl unpack this shocking revelation about the music industry's exploitation of artists who received mere pennies per sale while creating cultural touchstones. How many other stars from our youth are facing similar financial hardships behind the scenes?
Meanwhile, Harvard University just revolutionized...
Two friends reconnect over the airwaves as Lawrence shares exciting news about his cousin, Ashley Lauren Elrod, landing a role on the CBS show "FBI." Their celebration quickly shifts to a more sobering discussion about a 20-year-old college student who vanished while on spring break in the Dominican Republic, prompting a candid conversation about travel safety and the importance of looking out for friends in...
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