Mood for Feud

The Bon Appétit test kitchen was a beloved comfort channel of the late 2010's serving up wholesome, bingeable and feel-good content for foodies across the globe. But behind the scenes systemic racism, pay inequities and mistreatment of POC staff revealed an ugly truth beyond the "BA Family" facade. This week we tackle arguably the biggest and most shocking cancellation of 2020 and discuss the unexpected downfall of Bon Appétit!Say au revoir to Bon Appétit and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!01:26 Why I loved Bon Appétit04:54 The magazine to YouTube pipeline09:51 YouTube rebrand and success18:20 The downfall39:39 Business Insider expose on Bon Appétit46:32 The aftermathLinksThe Bon Appétit test kitchen's race problemYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#BonAppetit #TestKitchen #BradLeone #ClaireSaffitz #FoodMedia #CondeNast #GourmetMakes #FoodScandal #CancelCulture #FoodieDrama #MoodForFeud

In 2022 the Beckham-Peltz wedding sparked juicy rumours of a family feud that seemed rooted in internet speculation and media contrived drama. However this year those vapid rumours have taken shape! This week we dive into Nicola Peltz's billion dollar upbringing, Brooklyn Beckham's trials as a certified nepo-baby, the wedding dramas and the latest indications that the families are feuding!Photograph elephants in Kenya and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@moodforfeud⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@moodforfeud ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ko-fi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!⁠⁠Timestamps00:00:00 Intro00:05:03 Exploring Nicola Peltz's Billionaire Family Background00:17:00 My Favourite Nepo Baby Brooklyn Beckham00:31:49 Brooklyn and Nicola's Relationship Timeline00:36:33 The Infamous Wedding Drama00:46:51 Post-Wedding Damage Control00:50:58 Confirmation the Feud is Real01:00:32 My Final ThoughtsIntro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#Beckhams #NicolaPeltz #BrooklynBeckham #VictoriaBeckham #DavidBeckham #CelebrityDrama #NepoBaby #FamilyFeud #PopCulturePodcast

Part 3 of the Diddy episodes is finally here! This week we cover the lead-up to Diddy’s federal arrest, break down the home raids, trial drama and the disappointing verdict. Buy your baby oil in bulk and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@moodforfeud⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@moodforfeud ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ko-fi⁠⁠⁠⁠ all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!⁠⁠CW: sexual and physical abuse, drug use, sex trafficking, gun violence, Previous episodesCassie's Lawsuit - Diddy's Crimes Part 1Diddy's Crimes Part 2Timestamps02:58 Thoughts on Diddy07:36 Before the arrest09:35 Home raids16:22 Diddy's arrest24:17 The trial39:01 The verdictIntro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#Diddy #SeanCombs #CassieVentura #HipHopCulture #CelebrityTrial #MoodForFeud #PopCulturePodcast #TrueCrimePopCulture

Would Frenemies still be airing if they never ordered pizza?? It's time for part 2 of the Trisha Paytas and Ethan Klein feud and this week we revisit the three biggest arguments of the show, cover the messy June 8 Twitter war and discuss what Trisha Paytas and Ethan Klein are up to post show breakup.Dress up as Uncle Fester and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!Intro/Outro Music Yar Written by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#frenemies #frenemiesscandal #ethanklein #trishapaytas #ethankleincontroversy #trishapaytascontroversy #ethantrishafeud #h3h3productions #h3

This week we deep dive into a feud between two of the most controversial and polarising internet personalities - Trisha Paytas and Ethan Klein and uncover the breakup of the Frenemies podcast. We cover how Trisha and Ethan became famous, discuss why they are so controversial, and explain the origin story for the Frenemies podcast. Although this episode is fairly lighthearted I do want to acknowledge that Trisha and Ethan are both problematic creators who have said incredibly harmful things that I completely disagree with. Do the honky tonky and most importantly - let me know what you think! Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!Timestamps04:00 Trisha's notable popculture moments06:50 Trisha Paytas background16:20 The Trisha baby curse17:48 Ethan Klein background23:44 The feudIntro/Outro MusicYar Written by Ryan Skelton Produced by Ras & Sakunera#frenemies #frenemiesscandal #ethanklein #trishapaytas #ethankleincontroversy #trishapaytascontroversy #ethantrishafeud #h3h3productions #h3

This week we get into some of the messiest feuds and scandals from the BookTok community, from feuds between authors and reviewers, fake Goodreads accounts, fake deaths, and real misogyny this episode really has it covered from A-Z.Make a Goodreads finsta and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!CW: mention of suicide between 40:32 and 43:55Timestamps01:54 My reading quirks04:00 BookTok15:28 Larry Reads vs Rina Kent20:46 The Cait Corrain scandal40:32 Author faking her death43:55 Luke Bateman and the publishing controversyIntro/Outro MusicYar Written by Ryan Skelton Produced by Ras & Sakunera#booktok #booktokfeuds #tiktokscandal #lukebateman #caitcorrain #bookscandal #larryreads

We are continuing to look into the sad upbringing of Nickelodeon star Jennette McCurdy and the abuse she endured from her mother Debra. We discuss Jennette's time on Nickelodeon, her friendship with Miranda Cosgrove and her experiences with the vile Dan Schneider. We also unpack how Jennette's relationship to her mum impacted her romantic relationships and how her life changed after Debra's death. Check out Part 1 if you haven't listened already!Make sure to cuss a little and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!CW: emotional abuse of a minor, disordered eating, mental health disordersTimestamps02:10 Friendship with Miranda Cosgrove11:23 Experience with Dan Schneider29:09 Country music career35:09 Romantic relationships46:25 Jennette moves out of home48:01 Starring on Sam and Cat55:48 :Life after DebraLinksJennette promoting her country music on KMLE Country 108Intro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#jennettemccurdy #imgladmymomdied #childstar #nickelodeon #mirandacosgrove #danschneider #icarly #samandcat

Jennette McCurdy, made a lasting impact on Nickelodeon for her portrayal of the sassy, fun and lovable character Sam Puckett. But while Jennette was lighting up TV screens across the globe, her own homelife was far from glamorous. This week we dive into Jennette's abusive relationship with her mother, we cover how Jennette started acting, her difficulty battling an eating disorder, and her best-seller memoir titled 'I'm Glad My Mom Died'.Grab your butter sock and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on ⁠Ko-fi ⁠all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!CW: eating disordersTimestamps03:40 Im Glad My Mom Died12:15 Childhood and upbringing26:04 Acting journey37:43 Mental health and eating disorder47:25 NickelodeonLinksMommie Dearest: Ariel WinterIntro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera

Imagine flying across the world to get dumped by your partner! This week we're getting into the nitty gritty of JoJo Siwa and Kath Ebbs messy breakup. We discuss JoJo's time on Big Brother, her 'beautiful bond' with Chris Hughes, the cheating allegations and the brutal breakup with Kath at the Big Brother after party. This episode is part of the Ex-Fluencer series, check out previous eps below!Ask your ex for a business class ticket and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!4:00 JoJo Siwa22:32 Kath Ebbs26:50 Relationship timeline31:33 Mickey Rourke34:27 JoJo and Chris Hughes45:06 The breakup55:15 Final thoughtsPrevious EpisodesEx-fluencers #1: Jake Paul and Alissa VioletEx-fluencers #2: Atis Paul and Mikaela TestaIntro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#jojosiwa #kathebbs #celebritybigbrother #realitytv #celebritybreakup

It’s been a chaotic few months watching the Atis and Anna Paul drama unfold, so in this episode, ⁠Charlotte Scott⁠ and I sit down for a much-needed debrief to unpack everything that’s gone down. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the previous episodes linked below so you're fully caught up!Over on ⁠Charlotte’s YouTube channel ⁠we are Ranking Our Top Five DIABOLICAL Anna Paul Moments so head on over there to watch!Checkout Charlotte’s socials:Youtube: ⁠@HelloCharlotteScott⁠Instagram: ⁠@charlottescottt_⁠Tiktok: ⁠@charlottescottt_⁠Don’t forget to let me know all of your thoughts!Instagram - ⁠@moodforfeud⁠TikTok - ⁠@moodforfeud ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show on Ko-fi ⁠- all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!Timestamps03:50 Our introduction to Anna Paul 11:49 First inkling of the feud18:40 Mikaela's 9-min TikTok25:10 Anna and Atis closeness29:04 Building a brand on transparency33:03 Anna's response videos43:19 Atis' statement50:16 Jjemmya's storyPrevious Episodes⁠⁠Mikaela Testa Unsaid Podcast Recap - Part 1⁠⁠⁠⁠Mikaela Testa Unsaid Podcast Recap - Part 2⁠⁠Mikaela Testa Unsaid Podcast Recap - Part 3⁠⁠Atis and Anna Paul's response to Mikaela Testa's Unsaid Podcast⁠⁠Australian Dramageddon: Mikaela Testa, Atis Paul, and Anna Paul⁠Intro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#mikaelatesta #atispaul #annapaul #unsaidpodcast #australianinfluencers #influencerfeuds

Remember when we thought this would be biggest rap feud of 2024? We get into the nitty gritty of Nicki's hiss-y fit oop against Meg Thee Stallion, and joining me is pop culture intellectual Lauren from Ugly Hot Podcast. We cover Nicki's impact in the 2010s, her unapologetic defence for sex offenders, Meg's magnetic persona, the Tory Lanez incident, and other pop culture talks along the way!Pull out the pink lamborghini and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!⁠CW: sexual assault, gun violence. TimestampsFirst thoughts 02:52Nicki's upbringing 07:20Honest opinions on Nicki 19:23Nicki's controversies 27:43Meg's upbringing 34:26Honest opinions on Meg 44:24WAP 45:20The feud 48:42Tory Lanez incident 51:07Twitter beef 56:37Hiss and Big Foot 01:01:08Problematic celebs 01:10:53Final thoughts 01:21:25Intro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#nickiminaj #megtheestallion #femalerappers #rapfeuds #bigfoot #hiss

This week I am joined by Zane, (the #6 ranked Pokemon player in Aotearoa, Rupert Grint connoisseur, professional wrestling aficionado, reformed Kanye West dickrider, fan fiction muse and professional shit talker) to discuss the queen of feuding Azealia Banks. We discuss her Twitter beef with Lana Del Rey, her weird wacky run-ins with Grimes and El*n Musk and a bunch of popculture side chats along the way!Wrap your albino baby in a Malaga leaf and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!⁠Intro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#azealiabanks #grimes #lanadelrey #elonmusk #celebrityfeuds

You all know how much I love a diss track so I'm pumped to discuss the heated rap feud between Bhad Bhabie and Alabama Barker. We discuss Bhad Bhabie's breakout from the controversial Dr. Phil show, Alabama's sudden pivot from pop to rap, and uncover the very mediocre man who is at the centre of it all.Cash me outside and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!⁠CW: domestic violence and mentions of child abuseTimestampsAlabama Barker 01:17Bhad Bhabie 13:42Turn-about-ranch 24:06Le Vaughn 35:06Feud goes public 39:20Diss tracks 51:33Intro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#bhadbhabie #alabamabarker #rapfeud #disstrack #celebrityfeuds

This week we discuss the 'bad girl of the nineties' Shannen Doherty and her fiesty feuds on the set of 'Beverly Hills 90210', and 'Charmed'. I'm also joined by an incredibly special guest - my beautiful mum, who was experiencing these feuds in real-time as a high schooler in the nineties. We also discuss generational differences in how we consume content about celebrities, and unpack the role print media and tabloids played in public perceptions of nineties starlets. Be sure to rewatch Heathers and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!⁠TimestampsWhy mum chose this topic 02:35Shannen Doherty background 07:10Public perceptions in the 90's 12:15Beverly Hills 90210 15:56Charmed 48:57Claims from Shannen's ex-fiance 56:24LinksShannen's People Magazine cover 1993Intro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera

Let's talk about the Jennifer Lawrence effect! A social phenomenon where the internet will abruptly 180 on a celebrity after absolutely adoring them. We discuss the formula for the Jennifer Lawrence effect, go through J-Law's own experience with this and take a look at some celebs who have also fallen victim to this.grab your smol bean drink :3 and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!⁠TimestampsWhat is the Jennifer Lawrence effect? 03:03The formula 04:47Jennifer Lawrence 13:20Other celebs who experienced the J-Law effect 45:05Celebs who narrowly missed the effect 52:20LinksBuzzfeed article on Jennifer LawrenceIntro/Outro MusicYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & Sakunera#jenniferlawrence #celebritynews #hollywoodtheory

This drama did infact NOT end with them. The plot between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni thickens with the release of Blake's complaint and a very damning NYT article alleging that Justin and his team of publicists launched a full-blown smear campaign against Blake Lively in 2024.Step inside the Hollywood smear machine and most importantly - let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!⁠CW: sexual misconduct, harrasment and bullying.Recorded: 12 January 2025TimestampsThe age of civil suits 01:29First thoughts 06:32What happened since August? 10:45Social manipulation 16:06Blakes complaint 21:22Stephanie Jones' complaint 47:11Justin Baldoni's lawsuit 53:17Final thoughts 58:45LinksPress Mess: 'It Ends With Us' Blake Lively and Justin BaldoniNYT Article: 'We Can Bury Anyone': Inside a Hollywood Smear MachineYarWritten by Ryan SkeltonProduced by Ras & SakuneraTimestampsResourcesIntro/Outro Music#blakelively #justinbaldoni #itendswithus #smearcampaign #melissanathan

In part 2 we unpack how Diddy built his empire and came to be a mogul in the entertainment industry. We also discuss the events following Cassie's lawsuit including the slew of over 30 civil suits that have been filed against Diddy since. Check out Part 1 if you haven't already and please check content warnings.Let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud ⁠Support the show on Ko-fi all funds go towards upgrading my podcast gear!⁠CW: emotional and physical abuse, violence, murder, rape, sexual harrasment and assault, sex trafficking, suicide, substance abuse.TimestampsDiddy's upbringing 03:35Diddy builds his empire 13:26Aftermath of Cassie's lawsuit 53:33Lawsuits 57:43#diddy #seancombs #pdiddy #cassieventtura

In light of Diddy's arrest earlier this year we revisit the terrifying and horrific abuse detailed in Cassie Ventura's 2023 lawsuit. From emotional manipulation, physical abuse, and sexual exploitation and trafficking, Diddy's crimes truly know no end. Please look after yourselves and let me know what you think!Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud  CW: emotional and physical abuse, domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sex trafficking, suicide, drug addiction and substance abuse. Timestamps First thoughts 01:10 Cassie's rise to fame 05:55 Cassie and Diddy's public relationship 18:20 Cassie's lawsuit 26:11 Settlement 01:09:08 Cassie and Alex Fine 01:14:25 Final thoughts 01:17:28 Links Beyond the Blinds Diddy episode Ryan Leslie's shit run of luck #diddy #seancombs #cassieventura

"What was the reason??" is what I want to ask Cardi when it comes to her putting up with Offset's shit for the past six years. Get ready for the lengthesiest on again, off again relationship drama to date! We discuss how the two rappers met and detail countless cheating allegations. These two make Tristan and Khloe look like Romeo and Juliet okurrrt! Throw your shoe and most importantly - let me know what you think! Instagram - ⁠@moodforfeud ⁠ TikTok - ⁠@moodforfeud CW: domestic violence and abuse Timestamps First thoughts 01:12 Cardi B 04:20 Offset 25:44 Relationship timeline 34:22 Intro/Outro Music Yar Written by Ryan Skelton Produced by Ras & Sakunera

This week we discuss the PETTIEST feuds in pop culture history, and joining me I have Torry from Ready to be Petty and Ready to be Romanced! We get into Martha and Gwyneth's shady recipes, Kim Kardashian's leaked MySpace messages, Mason Disick spilling tea on Insta Live and more! Which petty celeb feud is your favourite? Make a jailbird cake and most importantly - let me know what you think! Instagram - @moodforfeud TikTok - @moodforfeud Timestamps Our personal petty feuds 02:50 Martha Stewart & Gwyneth Paltrow 08:55 Jeffree Star & Mason Disick 32:04 Kim Kardashian & Haylie Duff 42:38 Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato & Miley Cyrus, Mandy Jiroux 01:02: 24 Kanye West & Pete Davidson 01:13:54 Intro/Outro Music Yar Written by Ryan Skelton Produced by Ras & Sakunera