The FAB: Recent Episodes
The FAB
A talk show for millennials centered around discussions on current events, sex and relationships, family, identity and celebrity news; co-hosted by JT Milam and Amanda Katherine.
In the season finale and final episode of Guest Pride, JT is joined by Gabriella and Johnny Garcia to talk beauty, books and bugs. They dive into intersectionality between mixed races and queer spaces, gag over the Glamorous Miss Benny and ask themselves if the recent Shein brand trip was really worth it.
Guest Bestie Elizabeth makes her triumphant return to the show this week to talk about her newest favorite movie Into The Spiderverse, childhood Barbie dolls and stan culture. Later, the friends chat about the recent ban of the use of "cis" and "cisgender" on Twitter, the missing Titanic submarine, a trip to Jurassic World and The Ultimatum: Queer Love.
Back from the great beyond of podcast's past is our very special guest this month, former co-host; Amanda Katherine! She joins JT to talk about life since leaving the show, how their friendship changed and becoming a new mom. Then the two friends dive into how to best be an ally during Pride Month, the Duggar documentary, The Idol on HBO and Starbucks recent decision to remove all pride decor from their stores nationwide.
Joining JT in the first of a month-long treck of very special guest hosts is bestie Elizabeth! JT introduces his real-life-friend and guest host, and talks about how they met and became fast friends. Then they dive into Pride Month topics like the overturning of the Tennessee Drag Ban (woohoo!), using the "f slur", performative allyship and why Elizabeth doesn't understand how to run the A/C in her house.
Pride season is just around the corner so your besties talk about Target removing the Pride collection from stores, the death of LGBTQ+ icon Tina Turner, Taylor Swift’s 10,000 remixes and how Alissa’s period is going. Later they discuss The Little Mermaid and JT professes his love for the icon that is Miss Benny (starring in Netflix’s Glamorous premiering June 22nd!)
Summertime is upon us and this week JT’s trying out self tanner, Alissa is hoarding silly bandz and those were apparently very different from sex bracelets? Later, your friends talk about dealing with a friend who is struggling with addiction.
Another day, another slay besties! Alissa and JT dish about their weekend debacles, getting pulled over by the police, and why the biggest TikTok beauty influencer blocked JT. Later they discuss anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, and how you can help this Pride season.
Alissa's sick and hopped up on cold medicine and JT's on their period...but that didn't stop your friends from getting together this week! They discuss looks from the Met Gala 2023, bully each other, Clock on Hulu and the new season of Underage Undercover on the ID Channel before diving into the phenomenon of "soaking" sweeping the Mormon community.
Back from their respective vacations, the besties jump right into a brand new episode where they talk friendships that grow apart, ice cream trucks, and the hit song PEACHES from the Super Mario Bros. Movie. Alissa also shares her distain for audiobooks and JT talks summer theme park plans.
It's finally Spring and your friends are here to catch up before they... PART WAYS?! JT talks about snoring, sleeping positions and cutting back on therapy and Alissa talks about her experience at the Witchcraft Museum and a heavy metal bar. Later, they dish about their upcoming spring break and vacations and satanic vagina magic.
Are you an ICEE girl? And if so, what’s your flavor? This week your besties talk movie theater snacks, Natasha Lyonne and Alissa rips the television adaptation of Daisy Jones and the Six to shreds. The book is always better than the movie though, right? Then JT reveals to Alissa that Starbucks may be discontinuing their signature raspberry syrup and Alissa recounts her Tinder stalker’s many attempts to win her affection.
This week JT gives Alissa his review of the new SCREAM 6 film, Alissa talks about accents and they try to figure out what the f**k is going on in Tennessee. They discuss the Oscars and Jamie Lee Curtis winning over Angela Basset and why horror movies are overlooked when it comes to awards season.
This week there’s NO CUTS BABY! You’re getting 90 mins of Your Friends raw and unfiltered. They’re talking 90210, Alissa’s love for Red Lobster, JT’s beef with Rare Beauty, and power dynamics in relationships.
This week we’re living on nostalgia! Alissa and JT do a Disney Channel Original Movie draft of the best films, talk about the S Club reunion, and why Alissa isn’t taking JT to the UK. JT also dishes on calling a boy “zaddy” and how that backfired.
This week your friends are discussing the weather! (No seriously.) Then they talk about getting old and having to pee more…we’re not kidding. Later, they talk about Hogwarts Legacy and if buying the game supports JK Rowling. Alissa learns about perineum sunning and the friends discuss if they think there’s any benefits.
This week Alissa and JT catch up on dating via the apps, talk about narcissists and Costco. Later, JT tells Alisa how he ended up on The Shade Room for agreeing with a friend that Chris Brown is...well, terrible. Then the pals talk about dating sex workers and polyamory.
This week JT tells Alissa how he lost his front tooth and discuss dental anxiety, corporate layoffs and how the economy is leaving millennials jobless over Zoom, and the connection between the rise in anti-semitism and anti-trans ideologies. Late, Alissa teaches JT about MGK and JT introduces Alissa to Rina Sawayama.
JT and Alissa are here to talk all things hot topics like vegan cream cheese and full strength juice! Then JT tells Alissa about his hook up with a potentially straight married man, and questions if influencers are being honest when it comes to ads. (Lashgate anyone?) Then Alissa debates JT on religion.
After a month-long holiday hiatus, your best friends are back and talking gender swapping filters, unfortunate haircuts and how JT is not a good friend to his drunk besties at the club. Later, JT fills in Alissa on his Rupaul’s Drag Race favorites and Alissa accidentally immitates JT.
Christmas is coming and the hosts are here to talk about holiday burnout, loud neighbors having sex, and Alissa got her first nude since the joining the show. Later, they talk about Minnie Mouse’s pet cat and answer some anonymous listener questions.
This episode Alissa comes out as somebody who’s ‘scared of v*ginas’, JT finds out his Twitter newsfeed is vastly different from his co-host’s, and discuss how to handle the tension when the friend group has to pick sides.
JT is officially the big 3-0! Alissa gifts him a podcast birthday party complete with gifts and party hats. JT reflects on his proudest moment from the past year and asks Alissa to join him in answering some deeply personal questions.
This week the friends invite you to join them in mourning the loss of five beautiful lives lost in the Club Q shooting in Colorado Springs. Alissa details her feelings of hopelessness as an ally and JT encourages queer people to continue to lead the fight against hatred. Later, they discuss Candace Cameron Bure’s recent comments about GAC and traditional marriage focused content.
JT and Alissa discuss Taylor Swift’s album MIDNIGHTS and how they feel about the album now that the mystery died down. They also gush over Meghan Trainor and her TikTok, recap horror film Barbarian and JT gives Alissa the gift of quality skincare.
Could you date an ugly person? Alissa argues that the personality is what grows attraction, but JT says if there’s no physical attraction there’s just no way forward. Then they try to figure out who has it harder on dating apps, and Alissa tries to get JT to believe in the magic of The Bachelor.
This week Alissa tries to convince JT that there’s no wrong time to start feeling the Christmas spirit, dissect if true crime as entertainment is disrespectful to the victims, and when talking about Kanye West ask themselves if hate should be met with hate or if hate should be treated with kindness and the willingness to educate.
JT and Alissa jump right in to talk about Alissa’s new phone, finding the right therapist for you, and how Alissa survives with an allergy to potatoes. They also discuss if Stanley Tucci is sexy even in The Lovely Bones, rank their favorite seasons of American Horror Story and talk about the Kanye West school.
Join your internet besties JT and Alissa this week to talk about if each other identifies as introvert vs extrovert and if they are guilty of performing for their friends. They also dive into the Eric Adame firing at Spectrum News and the implied homophobia, their favorite Taylor Swift albums and why JT hates Todrick Hall.Follow the hosts on social media:JT's Instagram: @jtmilamJT's Twitter: @jtmilam_Alissa's Instagram/Twitter: @alissahev
JT and Alissa are back to discuss spooky book recs, Dreamcloud mattresses (not spon!), and lusting over the new iPhone. Later, they talk about how Alissa goes to bed too early and puts on her Do Not Disturb, JT's love for horror movies and Alissa's fear of them and a discussion on toxic friendships inspired by a Twitter Space hosted by The Huffington Post.
Season four looks brand new with a new name and a new host to match! Relaunching as 'Your Friends, But Better' the podcast starts off a new season with a bang as JT and new co-host Alissa discuss how their severed friendship led them to here, today. They all discuss religious traumas, bubble teas and bowling alleys. Later, they talk about the negative impression that claiming christianity leaves, advocating for change within the organization and reconnecting over Black Lives Matter.Follow the hosts on social media:JT's Instragram: @jtmilamJT's Twitter: @jtmilam_Alissa's Instagram/Twitter: @alissahev
It’s the season finale of The FAB. The hosts discuss their decision to end the season early, summer plans, Formelda Hyde’s alt, and things they wish they knew before 30.
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On a very special episode of The Fab, Amanda and JT unite on the couches to watch the Pioneer/Optimum 1999 English dub of Sailor Moon R: The Movie! Join the hosts as they watch and react LIVE to the classic anime film and riff.
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This week let’s ditch the pop culture and just have some girl chat with your besties as they discuss their weeks, new mattresses and then try 4 flavors of Sailor Moon sparkling water.
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This week Amanda and JT talk about why Kanye West's behavior isn't cute - it's dangerous, and Amanda admits she respects Kim Kardashian kind of?! Plus, should your partner be telling you when they think somebody else is hot? Is Todrick Hall cancelled now that everybody saw his mess on Celebrity Big Brother? Plus, caffeinated donuts and record shopping before a funeral? Girl, it's a lot.
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JT is joined by special guest co-host Gabby Hill this week to discuss and dissect the latest skin care trends, celibacy, Megan Fox and MGK, and Savage X Fenty not really being size-inclusive.
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This week Amanda and JT gather to discuss the potential recast of Jessica Jones in the MCU, keeping score in relationships, Chloe Bailey’s sexy cover of Minnie Ripperton and the great M&M debate.
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Amanda returns from quarantine and joins JT to discuss buying from Shein, changing the world day to day, Amanda’s new apartment and friends with benefits.
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Amanda is out this week due to COVID, and it’s so last minute that JT is hosting all alone! He talks Scream 5, Wendy Williams possible return to TV, winter chores and houses with morbid pasts.
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New year, new episodes! In the first episode of the new year JT and Amanda recap their holiday break, open up about embarrassing sex stories, talk if being vulnerable on social media is really the move and talk about why millennials are willing to go broke to buy gifts for their loved ones.
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JT and Amanda join up to discuss their thanksgiving break and how long their leftovers sit in the fridge, Real Housewives drama and do some self reflecting by admitting the hardest conversations they’ve ever had to have with themselves.
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Chelsea Handler says love is possible later in life, but is dating harder as you age? What books are we dying to read but we keep skipping over? Would you wake up in the middle of the night to fix your partner a midnight snack? These are the questions we ask ourselves.
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Amanda returns this week just in time to discuss the Astroworld tragedy, the new cast announcement for the Wicked movie and she opens up about being the other woman. Plus the hosts talk about video games and reboots!
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This week while Amanda is away, JT is taking your questions and giving the best worst advice he can! Everything from what TV shows to watch to how to not get groped at the club…all will be answered…sort of.
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This week the hosts talk Ruby Rose’s accusations against the Batwoman producers and cast, trick or treat candy, minimum wage and Paranormal Activity.
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The hosts come back after a week off due to JT's back injury and Amanda's hectic week. They discuss millennials buying homes together, Adele's newest single "Easy on Me" and upcoming album '30' as well as splitting the bills 50/50 in a relationship where one partner makes more money. Later they talk about Kacey Musgraves being shunned from the Grammy's Best Country Album category and the Jesy Nelson blackfishing controversy.
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This week Amanda and JT delve into Squid Game, follow up last week's conversation about toxic friendships and how to end them, Cynthia Bailey turning down her demotion on Real Housewives of Atlanta and Dave Chapelle's claim that he's done with LGBTQ+ jokes. Plus frosty cereal, bad movie sequels and more!
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This week Amanda and JT celebrate Amanda’s boyfriend finally moving to the city by discussing what would make her quit the relationship. Plus, could you date somebody with different political or religious views? The hosts discuss what they’re willing to bend on.
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In honor of National Suicide Prevention Month, JT opens up about his suicide attempt in 2016 in a raw uncut hour long conversation. He talks what got him there, how it happened and how he recovered. He also asks Amanda for the first time how it impacted her, changed their friendship and questions how a suicide attempt from a love one feels from a different point of view. If you are having suicidal thoughts reach out to The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text the Crisis Text Line by texting HELLO to 741741. Both services are free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All calls are confidential.
Happy season three premiere! The hosts discuss their summer break, education system changes during the pandemic, the Pussycat Dolls lawsuit and of course Britney Spears!
Amanda’s about to be a teacher, DaBaby deleted his apology, Dolly Parton donates back to black communities and apparently Tigger flags are offensive to Karen.
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DaBaby? More like Da Homophobe! This week the hosts are talking about his rant at Rolling Loud, Tyga getting called out for dating a trans woman, why Jt almost fought Amanda over leftover pizza and how she was ready to swing on a grandma for a new table. Plus why is nobody at Lollapolooza worried about COVID-19?
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This week the hosts are fired up as they argue about the Wendy’s ghost pepper ranch, the ultimate downfall of girl groups, the latest on Britney and Jamie Lynn’s Instagram shade, Winx casting news and how Jt almost choked to death on a sour gummy worm.
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This week Jt starts the podcast solo to rant about Bill Cosby’s release from prison, the latest on Britney Spears (#FreeBritney!), HBOMax original series genera+ion, and why Naturi Naughton sucks only to be joined by Amanda later on for an update on her mom’s cancer battle, and the story of the time she broke both her ankles.
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This week the hosts chat about Marvel’s Black Widow and the future of the MCU, Kyle Massey and Drake Bell’s recent charges, upcoming career moves, Tila Tequila, the legalization of marijuana, Queen Latifah’s prideful acceptance speech at the 2021 BET Awards and the #FreeBritney movement.
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This week Jt and Amanda delve into their newest obsession, BET Presents: The Encore, talk about the new Scooby Doo movie featuring Courage the Cowardly Dog, their remodel of their sun porch and Sarah Paulson's confession that she hates American Horror Story: Roanoke.
Happy Pride Month from your favorite hot messes. Amanda and JT swear they came into this week with a solid plan but they ended up gossiping about their hot girl summer plans, including concerts (!!!), Zakery Torres coming out and living their truth, weird memories associated with K-Mart, American Horror Story: Coven and a possible Smart Guy reboot. We told you it was a mess.
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Amanda and JT delve into weekly topics like the national US fast food walkout, Shanna Moaker dissing ex-hubby and current Kardashian boyfriend Travis Barker, friendship breakups and if they've finally gotten their apartment unpacked.
Is this a podcast about roommates now? Jt and Amanda have moved in together and they're ready to get back to business. Amanda graduated, Kanye's getting sued by Wal-Mart, Joshua Basset is coming out and Charli D'Amelio is over TikTok. They've got a lot to chat about this week so buckle in girls, gays and theys!
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Amanda and JT talk some time to reflect on the shooting of Ma’Khia Bryant, analyze Zac Efron’s new look and talk about why Amanda can’t return library books on time.
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The girls are back after JT cancelled last week’s recording to get Amanda hooked on Batwoman! We talk all about that, Demi Lovato’s angry frozen yogurt rant and touch on Lil Nas X’s relationship with his mother.
Amanda is back to join Jt this week and they talk about Jt’s covid vaccine, the last concert they attended and give their thoughts on Demi Lovato’s latest album ‘Dancing with the Devil’.
This week Jt dives head first into the Lil Nas X ‘Call Me By Your Name’ drama, gives an update on Sharon Osbourne and The Talk, and gabs about his latest TV obsession; Search Party.
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The FAB is moving to a new day! Starting March 31 new episodes of The FAB will premiere every single Wednesday! Stay tuned for more fearless and bold conversations!
It’s just Jt this week (that’s not as catchy as Agatha All Along is it?) and he’s recapping his thoughts on the Megan/Harry/Oprah sitdown, Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne’s on-air tantrums and talking about his own experience with racism in the workplace.
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This week Jt is joined by Amanda to catch up after a week off, talk the Wandavision finale (NO SPOILERS!), that time Toni Braxton cancelled her concert on Amanda and being ghosted.
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Lauren is out this week so Amanda is here to fill in. This week we are talking RuPaul's Drag Race season 13, Wandavision, cheese-sauce spaghetti-o's and if these two are going to move in together.
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Lauren’s out this week and Jt doesn’t have a co-host! He’s talking about going at it solo, Taylor Swift’s re-recorded ‘Love Story’, and Sherry Pie’s upcoming appearance on The Tamron Hall Show.
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This week Jt and Lauren talk about oversharing online, JoJo Siwa coming out and Bling Empire on Netflix.
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It’s a brand new year and the same old us. We’re launching season two with a quick catch up, some Lizzie McGuire chat, and counting down the days until we Dump Trump.
The tea is hot today as Lauren roasts Max Ehrich, Jt gushes over Bronze Avery and Miss Benny, and then the duo talks when is the right time to move on from your ex.
Thanksgiving break is over and Jt and Lauren recap their least favorite holiday, talk about adopting cats and Jt commits to finding love in 2021.
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We’re headed for a second shutdown but Lauren and Jt talk about the importance of checking in on your loved ones, substance abuse struggles and Jt is shocked to learn that Lauren hasn’t seen the new Craft reboot.
After a brief hiatus, Lauren and Jt are finally back together. They discuss the reason for the break including Lauren’s recent house fire and election-season stress.
While Lauren is out, JT is joined by his bestie Amanda to talk about Nico Tortorella’s comments on bottoming and the queer community, the cast of the OG Charmed starting online drama with the cast of the Charmed rebooot and Amanda gives a shoutout to her therapist Stephanie.
Lauren and Jt talk about Bella Thorne ruining OnlyFans for the rest of us, dealerbreakers in relationships and if they would ever date sex worker.
Jt gives Lauren the details on Tamar Braxton‘s recent suicide attempt and the hosts reflect on their own struggles with mental health and how Coronavirus has changed the way they cope.
Lauren and Jt discuss an offensive Facebook post that upset Jt and delve into the issue of wearing your mask.
In the first episode, meet Lauren and Jt as they dissect who they are and give you a glimpse into the kind of fearless and bold conversations you can expect from The FAB.