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A Very Berry Wednesderry: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026

March 11, 2026

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  • The hosts launched a limited-quantity, non-alcoholic mixed berry and electrolyte beverage collaboration between Spritz Society and Kiehl's, available starting noon Eastern on March 11th. 
  • The hosts engaged in a lengthy discussion about the confusion surrounding Daylight Savings Time and later debated a list of failed celebrity podcasts, including those by Ashley Graham and Emily Ratajkowski. 
  • Braxton Berrios publicly debunked a sighting with Sophia Culpo, clarifying the woman in the photo was a platonic college friend, a clarification deemed necessary due to the past drama between Berrios and Culpo. 
  • The hosts discussed Mark Ballas and Whitney Leavitt reuniting for a run in *Chicago* on Broadway, referencing story number 5 from the show notes. 
  • The host who recently had a mole removed decided against getting a facelift and plans to age gracefully by protecting her skin from the sun. 
  • The *Summer House* recap suggests the current season lacks a central storyline, though Kyle and Amanda's relationship progress and the drama between Carl and Kyle regarding business investments provided some discussion points. 

Segments

Daylight Savings Rant
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(00:00:25)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts expressed frustration with Daylight Savings Time, noting the absurdity of waking up in darkness and the general public’s lack of consensus on its purpose.
  • Summary: The hosts find the current daylight savings schedule absurd, as it results in waking up while it is still pitch black. They noted that every time the topic arises, there is public disagreement over the actual reason for the time change. The extended daylight hours after dinner are appreciated, but they disrupt established bedtimes for children.
Spritz Society x Kiehl’s Launch
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(00:02:24)
  • Key Takeaway: Spritz Society launched its first non-alcoholic beverage, an Ultra Berry mixed berry and electrolyte hydration drink, in collaboration with Kiehl’s.
  • Summary: The new beverage is a low-calorie, zero-sugar hydration drink packed with electrolytes, launching at noon Eastern on March 11th. This collaboration marks Spritz Society’s first non-alcoholic offering, appealing to sober consumers. The hosts highly praised the product and promoted the essential Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream.
Failed Celebrity Podcasts List
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(00:06:01)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts revisited their list of celebrity podcasts that launched with high expectations but ultimately failed, adding ‘Confessions of a Female Founder’ to the list.
  • Summary: The list includes podcasts that launched as major deals but quietly ended, with Jay Cutler, Emily Ratajkowski, and Anderson Cooper cited as examples. The hosts agreed to remove Michelle Obama’s podcast from the ‘failed’ category as she is actively releasing new content. The segment highlighted the high failure rate for new podcasts, suggesting longevity itself is an achievement.
Summer House Season Review
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(00:10:11)
  • Key Takeaway: The current season of ‘Summer House’ is deemed poor, but Amanda Batula’s respectful handling of her divorce on recent podcasts earned the hosts’ admiration.
  • Summary: The season is criticized for feeling repetitive across the first six episodes, exemplified by an awkward joke made by new cast member Bailey about Ben and Amanda. The hosts praised Amanda for refusing to engage in typical tell-all podcast behavior regarding her ex-husband, Kyle, showing respect for their past relationship.
Braxton Berrios Spotting Debunked
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(00:17:52)
  • Key Takeaway: Braxton Berrios commented on a viral post claiming he was spotted with ex-girlfriend Sophia Culpo, confirming the woman was a platonic college friend.
  • Summary: The initial post caused shock because of the messy history between Berrios and Culpo, and the potential jeopardy to Berrios’ current relationship with Alex. Berrios quickly clarified the sighting was not Culpo, which the hosts felt was a mean way to friend-zone the woman publicly. The segment also touched upon the credibility risks for gossip outlets like the one that initially posted the photo.
Travis Kelce Mom’s Renovation
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(00:26:56)
  • Key Takeaway: Mama Kelsey is undergoing extensive home renovations in Orlando, which were revealed via a public building permit that TMZ tracked.
  • Summary: Travis Kelce noted on his podcast that his mother is doing a ‘full Monty’ renovation, though she claimed to TMZ it was just routine maintenance like replacing old, leaky windows. The renovation required a permit, which is how the news outlet discovered the scope of the work. The hosts suggested Joanna Gaines or the ‘Queer Eye’ Fab Five should assist with the home makeover.
Lipinski and Weir Talk Show Rumors
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(00:31:38)
  • Key Takeaway: Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir are reportedly being considered as potential replacements for Kelly Clarkson’s daytime talk show slot.
  • Summary: The hosts are open to the idea, noting the duo’s chemistry, which they recently observed during a clip about matching Birkins. They acknowledged that the duo has hosting experience from the Olympics, but they would need to supplement the musical element currently provided by Kelly Clarkson. The hosts also noted that Rob from ‘The Traitors’ was praised by Kelly Clarkson and Daniel Radcliffe for his acting skills on the show.
Bon Jovi Biopic News
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(00:36:07)
  • Key Takeaway: Universal Pictures has won the bid to produce a feature film biopic about the rock band Bon Jovi.
  • Summary: No director or cast has been set for the film, which will cover the band behind hits like ‘Livin’ on a Prayer.’ The hosts speculated on who could play a young John Bongiovi, noting his stable personal life contrasts with the typical chaotic narrative of music biopics. They also referenced the recent, quiet release of the Bruce Springsteen biopic starring Jeremy Allen White.
DWTS Reunion on Broadway
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(00:43:14)
  • Key Takeaway: Dancing with the Stars duo Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas will reunite on Broadway, with Leavitt starring as Roxie Hart and Ballas joining as Billy Flynn in ‘Chicago’.
  • Summary: Whitney Leavitt’s current run as Roxie Hart is reportedly selling out nightly with high resale ticket prices, suggesting she is the most successful actress in that role recently. Mark Ballas will join her run as the slick-talking lawyer Billy Flynn. The hosts expressed excitement for the reunion, noting it seems like a natural fit for the pair.
Book Title Clarification
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(00:44:10)
  • Key Takeaway: The book previously mentioned is titled “It Girl” by Allison Pataki.
  • Summary: The host apologized for not explicitly naming the book she had been referencing. The book is confirmed to be “It Girl” written by Allison Pataki. The hosts recalled briefly mentioning the title earlier in the episode.
DWTS Reunion on Broadway
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  • Key Takeaway: Mark Ballas will reunite with a DWTS partner on Broadway as Billy Flynn in Chicago.
  • Summary: Mark Ballas is set to return to the stage, playing the role of Slick Talking Lawyer Billy Flynn in Chicago. The hosts expressed excitement about this reunion, suggesting it should have happened sooner. The segment briefly questioned if his dance partner would also be involved.
Summer House Press Absence
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(00:44:44)
  • Key Takeaway: A cast member’s absence from press events is attributed to filming location constraints in Utah.
  • Summary: The hosts speculated about a specific cast member’s absence from current press junkets. The reason cited was that the cast member is not currently in Utah, preventing them from attending press events held elsewhere, like New York.
Jessie’s Doctor Drama
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(00:45:03)
  • Key Takeaway: Jessie is reportedly upset with her doctor over cosmetic procedures resulting in larger-than-intended outcomes.
  • Summary: Jessie is allegedly upset with her doctor, claiming she was lied to about the recovery process for a procedure. The procedure involved something related to skin grafts, resulting in a look bigger than intended. The results seen on the forthcoming season are from before this procedure.
Host’s Dermatologist Visit
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(00:45:52)
  • Key Takeaway: The host decided against future facelifts, committing instead to sun protection and non-surgical skin treatments.
  • Summary: The host confirmed getting a mole removed, along with receiving filler and Botox. Hearing about Jessie’s journey solidified the host’s decision to avoid undergoing the knife for a facelift. She plans to age gracefully by cutting back on sun exposure and using sunblock, especially on her face.
Kylie Jenner Vanity Fair Cover
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(00:48:07)
  • Key Takeaway: Many initially mistook Kylie Jenner’s Vanity Fair cover look for Simone Ashley due to heavy tanning and lightened eyebrows.
  • Summary: Kylie Jenner is featured on the cover of Vanity Fair, looking significantly different due to an intense spray tan and lightened eyebrows. Some viewers mistook her for Simone Ashley from Bridgerton season two. The article notes Kylie’s desire to pursue acting further and have more children.
Timothée Chalamet Opera Controversy
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(00:51:38)
  • Key Takeaway: Misty Copeland publicly criticized Timothée Chalamet’s comments regarding the lack of appreciation for opera and ballet.
  • Summary: Misty Copeland reportedly took issue with Timothée Chalamet’s comments about the culture not appreciating high arts like opera and ballet. The hosts felt the resulting manufactured outrage was unnecessary, though acknowledging Copeland’s right to be offended. They suggested Chalamet should have promoted his film by appearing on ‘Call Her Daddy’ or ‘Call Her Wonderland’.
Luke Combs’ Fatherhood Advice
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(00:53:45)
  • Key Takeaway: Luke Combs advised new fathers to prioritize supporting new mothers over focusing on the baby immediately.
  • Summary: Luke Combs discussed his experience on the Jay Shetty podcast, including a story about refunding fans when he was too sick to perform well. His key advice for new dads is to support their wives and meet their needs, as the baby does not require the father’s attention as much as the mother does.
Summer House Storyline Analysis
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(00:54:37)
  • Key Takeaway: The current Summer House season is perceived as weak due to the lack of a serious central conflict.
  • Summary: Kyle and Amanda’s relationship appears stable after Kyle redeemed himself with a Cartier watch for her birthday. The Sierra and West flirting storyline is noted, but West’s inability to articulate his feelings is seen as a major flaw. Drama is anticipated to ramp up concerning Carl’s investment in Loverboy versus Kyle’s lack of investment in Jesse’s Softbar.