Episodes

  • Hell in a Ham Bag with Carson Olshansky
    Nov 20 2024

    Tis the damn season for hometown crushes! Carson Olshansky joins us for a story about running into your high school crush while holiday shopping.

    Follow Carson on Instagram @carsonolshansky

    Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here!

    Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!


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    Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/


    Episode transcript here.


    Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.


    Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Madeline Carey. Show art by Tara Jacoby.


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    55 mins
  • New England Stolen Valor with Tobin Low
    Nov 13 2024

    Tobin Low is back for a story about a mysterious lobsterman and his cousin and how he brought a community together during season one of lockdown.

    Follow Tobin on Instagram @tobinlow!

    Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here!

    Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!


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    You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.


    Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/


    Episode transcript here.


    Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.


    Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Tiffany. Show art by Tara Jacoby.


    Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.

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    56 mins
  • The Bro Never Dies with Josh Gondelman
    Nov 6 2024

    Josh Gondelman is BACK for a story about gross boys who love each other very much.

    Follow Josh on Instagram at @joshgondelman!

    Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here!

    Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!

    Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!

    You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.

    Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/

    Episode transcript here.

    Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.

    Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Sara Fagan. Show art by Tara Jacoby.

    Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.

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    59 mins
  • Emotional Support Fruits with Samantha Irby
    Oct 30 2024

    Our old friend Samantha Irby is back for a story about what could go wrong when you bring a wild animal into your home.

    Follow Sam on Instagram at @bitchesgottaeat!

    Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here!

    Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!

    Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!

    You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.

    Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/

    Episode transcript here.

    Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.

    Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Miranda Kramer. Show art by Tara Jacoby.

    Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Nepo Baby for Trash with Alex Sujong Laughlin
    Oct 23 2024

    Our own Alex Sujong Laughlin joins us for a tale of petty thievery plaguing the Dept. of Sanitation during the most wonderful time of the year: Garbage Man Appreciation Week.

    Follow Alex on Instagram at @alexlaughs!

    Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!

    Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!

    You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.

    Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/

    Episode transcript here.

    Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.

    Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Jessica An. Show art by Tara Jacoby.

    Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Essential Oils and Illegal Casinos with Danielle Henderson
    Oct 16 2024

    When you cheat at bingo, the house always wins. Danielle Henderson joins us again for a story about how far parents will go to raise money for their kids' soccer team—and to gamble.

    Follow Danielle on Instagram and subscribe to her newsletter!

    Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!

    Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!

    You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.

    Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/

    Episode transcript here.

    Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.

    Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Loren Sanchez. Show art by Tara Jacoby.

    Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.

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    58 mins
  • Forbidden Feline Fanfiction with Ashley Reese
    Oct 9 2024

    Welcome to season SEVEN of Normal Gossip! We're starting off the season strong with Ashley Reese and a story about a smutty fanfiction community. Check out Ashley on Twitter and Instagram and check out her Substack here.

    Episode transcript here.

    Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!


    Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!

    You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.


    Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/



    Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.


    Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Credits read by Ginger Hollander. Show art by Tara Jacoby.

    Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.

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    59 mins
  • Charcuterie Board of Gossip with Rachelle Hampton
    Sep 25 2024

    Surprise! In today's bonus episode, Rachelle Hampton (Normal Gossip's best friend) joins Kelsey for a basketful of updates on gossips past.

    Spoiler warning! Make sure you've listened to the following episodes:

    S1E8 Spot the Scammer

    S2E3 Squirrel Enthusiast

    S2E4 Short King of East Texas

    S3E1 Righteous Lesbian Energy

    S3E6 In Defense of Children

    S4E6 Vigilante Renovation

    See you on October 9th for the premiere of season seven!

    Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here!

    Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets!

    You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.

    Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/

    Episode transcript here.

    Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.

    Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs), Ozzy Llinas Goodman (@ozzy_llinas), and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Abigail Segel (@AbigailSegel) is our intern. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor.

    Show art by Tara Jacoby.

    Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia.

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    57 mins