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    Entertainment,  Featured

    Top 10 Scream Queens: Leading Ladies of Horror

    November 2, 2023 /

    Counting down the top 10 scream queens who make us scream year after year. Ladies and gentlemen, boys and ghouls, step right up because today we’re delving deep into the top 10 scream queens to grace our screens. These fierce and fabulous actresses have given us the creeps, chills, and goosebumps like no one else. Grab your popcorn, turn off the lights, and prepare to meet the top 10 scream queens and final girls who haunt your nightmares in their most hair-raising roles. You can also listen to host Chris Vetrano’s take on his picks for the top 10 scream queens in a special Halloween episode of The Gist podcast.…

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    RHOSLC’s Dramatic Return: Unpacking the Premiere Episode

    September 11, 2023 /

    Attention, Real Housewives addicts! Join me, Chris Vetrano, as I break down the premiere episode of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City‘s (RHOSLC) fourth season. From sensational opening sequences to jaw-dropping revelations, this episode has it all. Experience the drama firsthand as I guide you through the intense confrontations and personal revelations of the cast members. — new and old. Discover the new housewives and their impact on the series, including Monica, who has insider information on Jen Shah’s secrets. Laugh along with Mary Cosby’s sharp wit and enjoy the emotional moments that tug at your heartstrings. Whether you’re a fan of the franchise or new to the Real Housewives…

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    Cassadee Pope Looks Forward with her New Single

    April 14, 2023 /

    Cassadee Pope is no stranger to infectious melodies with pop-punk hooks. That’s why it’s no surprise that her new single, “People That I Love Leave,”  has all the makings of smash hit that will nestle deep in your eardrums for years to come. An ode to past lovers or relationships that have left her scarred from getting too close to those in her life, fearful that when she gets close they’ll “move on and forget about me.” The new track is Cassadee’s first to kick off her return to her punk rock roots, where she once fronted the popular pop-punk band Hey Monday.   Hey Monday released their debut album “Hold On Tight”…

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    The Best Nashville Bars: From Speakeasy to Honky Tonk

    April 3, 2023 /

    Music City is known for its lively music scene, but Nashville bars are some of the best in the country. Whether you’re looking for a dive bar, a rooftop bar, honky tonks, or a speakeasy, Nashville has it all. Here we’ll explore the best Nashville bars, including what makes them unique and why you should visit them. These aren’t your typical multi-level honky-tonks that fill lower Broadway with expensive cover charge and are filled wall to wall with bachelorette parties. These bars aren’t the ones named by a country singer’s famous last name, like Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar. If you’re looking for those, you’ll find live country music…

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    29 Places to get the Best Brunch in Nashville in 2024

    April 3, 2023 /

    As Nashville continues to grow, so too does its culinary scene. It can be tough to find to the best brunch in Nashville with so many options popping up in Music City. Especially because, with the onslaught of new visitors to our city each weekend, brunch has become a beloved and highly sought after, reservation in Music City. Thankfully there is no shortage of amazing spots to grab the best brunch in Nashville. If you’re looking for the best places to grab a Bloody Mary in Downtown Nashville or find which of the best restaurants in town is serving breakfast themed menu items, look no further than this list. Best…

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    Real Housewives, Epic Meltdowns, and Too Much Drama: A Delightful Discussion

    March 27, 2023 /

    If you’re a fan of the Real Housewives franchise, you’re in luck because The Gist podcast has got you covered. In a recent episode, they discussed the latest drama on Real Housewives of New Jersey and Real Housewives of Miami, and let’s just say, it’s juicy. First off, Danielle from Real Housewives of New Jersey has captured the attention of the podcast host, Chris Vetrano. He’s loving her and waiting patiently for her to have an epic meltdown that rivals Teresa’s infamous table flip. But not everyone is impressed with Danielle, as Jackie is coming off as desperate and attacking her for no reason other than being the new blonde…

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    Vanderpump Rules Reunion Prediction + Midseason Trailer Recap

    March 23, 2023 /

    Transcript: Vanderpump Rules Reunion Prediction + Midseason Trailer Recap Hello. You are listening to The Gist, and I’m your host, Chris Vetrano. Here every week to break down all the things that are happening in pop culture. But today’s show, we had to just go ahead and dedicate the entire episode to the Sacandoval. Because I know you might be tired of hearing about it or talking about it, but if you’re like me, you’re tired of hearing about it, you’re tired of talking about it, but you’re also can’t you find yourself, you can’t stop talking about it. You can’t stop hearing about it because it’s everywhere. It has…

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    Vanderpump Rules Scandoval + RHONJ Sibling Rivalry

    March 13, 2023 /

    Transcription of the episode is below and continues grammatical and spelling errors (please forgive me!) Hello and welcome to another edition of The Gist. I’m your host, Chris Vetrano. Here every week to break down everything happening in pop culture. And it’s a Monday, so that means we’re going to break down everything that’s happened on Bravo over the last week. And if you’re like me, you’re feeling fatigued, you’re tired, because the Scandoval keeps coming. And guys, last week when we talked about the Scandoval or the Tom, Ariana and Raquel issue, I thought that we have seen everything we were going to see. I mean, of course we…

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    Vanderpump Rules’ Tom Sandoval & Raquel Leviss Affair Shocker

    March 6, 2023 /

    Tom Sandoval & Raquel Leviss Exposed for 6-month Affair, Plus Recaps of This Week’s Bravo Shows The transcription of podcast covering Tom Sandoval & Raquel Leviss’ cheating shocker, plus all the latest happenings on Bravo is below — it may include typos and grammatical errors, but listen to the whole episode of The Gist now. Hello! Guys, it’s Chris Vetrano. You’re listening to The Gist? And we’re going to get right into to it because there is a lot happening in the Bravo universe this week or this weekend. If you’re anything like me, you’ve been glued to your phone refreshing, because every time you do, there’s more information coming…

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    The Dryes Release “Who Needs To Hear This”

    March 3, 2023 /

    Husband-Wife Duo, The Dryes, Release Their New Single Following Time on NBC’s The Voice Hot off their run with NBC’s The Voice, The Dryes — comprised of husband and wife duo Derek and Katelyn Drye — teamed up with chart-topping songwriter Corey Crowder (“Im Comin’ Over,” “Famous Friends,” “Drinkin’ Beer. Talkin’ God. Amen” among others) to pen their new impassioned single, “Who Needs To Hear This.” This song of empowerment is for those who might be in need of a reminder that, no matter the moment and level of adversity they might be facing, everything is going to be okay.  “It’s about being at peace with what you’re feeling and not rushing…

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    5 Top Pop Culture Podcasts To Listen To Now

    March 3, 2023 /

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Chris Vetrano is a Nashville-based writer and podcast host with a front-row seat to pop culture. Years inside the music and entertainment industry means guests actually pick up the phone — and the conversations go deeper than the headline. Listen! It's Vetrano is his space to unpack it all: celebrity interviews, reality TV, travel, food, and the moments worth talking about. Glad you're here.

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