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The podcast begins with the hosts celebrating the end of their residency at the West Hampton Beach Performing Arts Center and announcing a new show in Atlantic City. They then discuss Jennifer Lopez's Bridgerton-themed birthday party, speculating about the absence of Ben Affleck and analyzing the party's extravagance. The hosts delve into rumors surrounding Taylor Swift's potential appearance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, discussing the likelihood of her attendance and speculating about her role in the event. They highlight the viral content created by Olympians Alonamar and Coco Goff, leading to a discussion about the Olympic Village and the impact of social media on athletes' careers. The hosts then discuss Olivia Culpo's response to the backlash surrounding her wedding dress, analyzing her explanation and criticizing the media's tendency to misinterpret and sensationalize her words. They conclude the episode with their weekly segment, "Queenie and Weenie of the Week," awarding the "Queenie" title to Samantha and Olivia Ashray for their resilience and humor, and the "Weenie" title to the CrowdStrike employee who messed up the algorithm and J-Lo for her extravagant birthday party.

Outlines

00:00:00

West Hampton Beach Residency Wrap Up and Atlantic City Show Announcement

The podcast begins with the hosts celebrating the end of their residency at the West Hampton Beach Performing Arts Center and expressing gratitude for the venue and its welcoming atmosphere. They highlight the positive impact the residency had on them and the strong community they built with the audience. They then announce a new show, "Early Swirly Summer," taking place in Atlantic City on August 17th, sharing their personal connection to the city and the Borgada casino.

00:02:39

J-Lo's Bridgerton-Themed Birthday Party and Aging

The hosts discuss Jennifer Lopez's Bridgerton-themed 50th birthday party, noting the absence of Ben Affleck and expressing mixed feelings about the theme. They analyze the party's extravagance and J-Lo's current life circumstances, leading to a broader conversation about aging and personal choices.

00:22:59

Taylor Swift and the Paris Olympics: Rumors and Speculation

The hosts delve into rumors surrounding Taylor Swift's potential appearance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, including a possible performance in the opening ceremony. They discuss the likelihood of her attendance and speculate about her role in the event, considering her current tour schedule and connections to the Olympics.

00:28:39

Olympians Going Viral: Alonamar and Coco Goff

The hosts highlight the viral content created by Olympians Alonamar and Coco Goff. Alonamar, a rugby player, is using Love Island-themed content to engage with her audience, while Coco Goff is sharing glimpses of her Olympic journey, including her room in the Olympic Village. This leads to a discussion about the Olympic Village and the living conditions for athletes.

00:34:27

Influencers and the Olympics: A Discussion

The hosts continue their discussion about influencers and the Olympics, focusing on the impact of social media on athletes' careers. They praise Alonamar for her success in using social media to promote herself and the sport of rugby. They also discuss the challenges faced by Olympians who are not as famous and the role of social media in generating income and supporting training.

00:35:52

Olivia Culpo's Wedding Dress Backlash: A Response

The hosts discuss Olivia Culpo's response to the backlash surrounding her wedding dress. They analyze her explanation for choosing a more conservative dress and express their understanding of her perspective. They also criticize the media's tendency to misinterpret and sensationalize her words.

00:42:04

Bettie Midler's Marriage Advice: Separate Bedrooms

The hosts discuss Bettie Midler's marriage advice, which involves sleeping in separate bedrooms. They share their own perspectives on the topic, considering the importance of personal preferences and the potential benefits and drawbacks of separate sleeping arrangements. They also discuss the role of snoring and other sleep-related issues in couples' decisions.

00:51:39

Queenie and Weenie of the Week: Celebrating and Criticizing

The hosts conclude the episode with their weekly segment, "Queenie and Weenie of the Week." They award the "Queenie" title to Samantha, a woman who gave them lice at fat camp, and Olivia Ashray, their older sister, for their resilience and humor. They award the "Weenie" title to the CrowdStrike employee who messed up the algorithm and J-Lo, for her extravagant Bridgerton-themed birthday party.

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Q&A

• What is the hosts' personal connection to Atlantic City?

  The hosts have spent many weekends at the Borgada casino in Atlantic City, and they consider it a significant place in their lives.

• What are the hosts' thoughts on J-Lo's Bridgerton-themed birthday party?

  The hosts have mixed feelings about the party, finding it extravagant and somewhat out of place given J-Lo's age and current life circumstances.

• What are the rumors surrounding Taylor Swift's potential appearance at the Paris Olympics?

  Rumors suggest that Taylor Swift might attend the Paris 2024 Olympics and even perform in the opening ceremony.

• How does Alonamar use social media to engage with her audience?

  Alonamar uses Love Island-themed content to create engaging and relatable content for her followers, promoting herself and the sport of rugby.

• What is Olivia Culpo's explanation for choosing a more conservative wedding dress?

  Olivia Culpo explained that she wanted to feel like herself and make a choice she could be proud of in 50 years, opting for a classic dress over a trendy one.

• What is Bettie Midler's marriage advice?

  Bettie Midler suggests sleeping in separate bedrooms, citing her own 40-year marriage as an example.

• What is the hosts' "Queenie of the Week" award for?

  The "Queenie of the Week" award is given to individuals who have demonstrated resilience, humor, or inspiring qualities.

• What is the hosts' "Weenie of the Week" award for?

  The "Weenie of the Week" award is given to individuals who have acted in a foolish, embarrassing, or otherwise deserving of criticism manner.

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