FluentlyForward
Welcome to FluentlyForward (Fluently Forward) the podcast hosted by Shannon McNamara where we dive into the world of celebrity gossip, blind items, and fun theories. If you're looking for juicy details and inside information on your favorite stars and the scandals they're involved in, then you're in the right place! Each episode, we'll be discussing the latest trending topics in the entertainment industry, from celebrity breakups and makeups to the latest news. But we won't just be regurgitating the same old stories you've heard before - we'll be bringing you speculation, insider information and exclusive details that you won't find anywhere else.
Episodes
May 12, 2025 • 80 mins
Today we’re diving deep into the captivating world of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez - from their whirlwind romance (affair to engagement) to the hidden stories that keep conspiracy theorists buzzing. We’ll unpack Bezos’s rise with Amazon, the power dynamics in his high-profile relationship with Sanchez, and the wildest conspiracy theories surrounding the empire he’s built.
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May 5, 2025 • 79 mins
In this episode of Fluently Forward, the focus is on the enigmatic pop icon, Lady Gaga. We dive into Lady Gaga's early life, dating history, rumors that have always been surrounding her, blind items and more.
03:27 Lady Gaga's Early Life and Musical Beginnings
20:29 Lady Gaga's Acting Career and Versatility
26:16 Lady Gaga's Dating History
38:18 A Star is Born: The Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper Connection
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April 30, 2025 • 23 mins
This week, we’re diving into the shocking and heartbreaking news of Virginia Giuffre’s death - one of the most vocal and courageous survivors to speak out against Jeffrey Epstein. While mainstream headlines have been relatively quiet, many online are calling her death suspicious… and they have reason to.
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April 28, 2025 • 82 mins
This week Sabrina Bendory joins me to talk about the MOST likable celebrities. From Conan O'Brien to Emma Stone and Keke Palmer and more, we discuss why some celebrities are universally liked by almost everyone, why they're so well liked, and how we as normal folk can look to them for inspiration and find ways to also be our most likable selves.
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April 23, 2025 • 59 mins
For this week's Fluently Fixed, we're joined by Rebecca Ore who works to help anxious overthinkers in their relationships. Together we discuss anxious attachment in friendships, how our thoughts impact our feelings so directly, and how to deal with friendship problems that are making us anxious.
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April 21, 2025 • 60 mins
This week, Cam from What I Will Say joins me to chat with the Pop Apologists in a spirited episode: Justin Baldoni vs. Blake Lively. Together we chat about the latest lawsuits between them, the "he said, she said" narrative, and what we think is in store for both of them in the future.
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April 16, 2025 • 25 mins
Today we’re diving into internet whispers: the alleged affair between British darling Aimee Lou Wood and silver fox Walton Goggins. Is there any truth to it, or is this just another case of fanfiction gone rogue?
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April 14, 2025 • 77 mins
This week, we’re diving deep into the uncanny valley that is Mark Zuckerberg. From the creation of Facebook in a Harvard dorm room to rumors of underground bunkers, crushing on Kim Kardashian, and that bizarre sunscreen photo - we’re unpacking the internet’s wildest theories and juiciest gossip about the man behind Meta.
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April 7, 2025 • 77 mins
Royal gossip dominates headlines, but how much of it is actually true? This week, I’m joined by royal expert Amanda Matta to unpack the narratives around Meghan Markle, Kate Middleton, and the monarchy as a whole. We talk about the media’s obsession with pitting women against each other, the burden of tradition, and why Meghan’s story has been so twisted.
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April 2, 2025 • 33 mins
Lisa is known worldwide as the magnetic rapper and dancer from BLACKPINK, but what happens when a global pop star steps into the surreal, chaotic universe of The White Lotus? In this episode, we dive into the casting of Lisa as "Mook" — a mysterious, stylish new character shaking things up in the White Lotus universe. We explore what this role says about her career evolution, the blending of K-pop and prestige TV, and how Lisa's re...
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March 31, 2025 • 76 mins
Pack your bags—we're heading to Thailand! In this episode, we dive into everything we know (and everything we think we know) about White Lotus Season 3. From juicy blind items to confirmed facts and behind-the-scenes tidbits about the cast and crew, we're unpacking all the intrigue surrounding HBO's most luxurious, chaotic vacation.
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March 30, 2025 • 51 mins
For the folks who were asking where my past White Lotus episode is - here you go! Last year (or was it 2 years ago?) we covered White Lotus season 2, blind items about the cast, and more!
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March 28, 2025 • 64 mins
Join us for a throwback episode from a year ago all about Benny Blanco - back when he was Selena Gomez's boyfriend...and now he's her fiance and collaborator!
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March 26, 2025 • 28 mins
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March 24, 2025 • 74 mins
In this episode, we're diving deep into one of pop culture’s most dissected dynamics: the internet-fueled theory that Hailey Bieber has copied Selena Gomez—from tattoos and fashion to relationships and mannerisms. Is it all coincidence, curated admiration, or something more? We unpack the timeline, the TikTok theories, and the media’s role in fanning the flames of female rivalry. Tune in as we separate fact from fanfiction and expl...
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March 17, 2025 • 48 mins
It feels like every Hollywood heartthrob is either married, in a long-term relationship, or just… missing from the dating scene altogether. Gone are the days of a single George Clooney or Leonardo DiCaprio making headlines for their bachelor antics. So what happened? In this episode with Lindsey from We Met At Acme, we break down why the pool of eligible Hollywood leading men seems to be shrinking. Are actors settling down earlier?...
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March 12, 2025 • 38 mins
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March 10, 2025 • 58 mins
Doechii is one of the most dynamic artists in music today—but behind her bold artistry lies a creative journey fueled by self-discovery, discipline, and The Artist’s Way. In this episode, we dive into Doechii’s rise from Tampa to the top of the charts, her fearless approach to music and identity, and how Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way helped her unlock new levels of creativity.
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March 5, 2025 • 23 mins
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