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Sophia Wilson Pelton scrolls for Josh Gondelman and KP Parker. Together they discuss indie sleaze playlists, celebrity drama, Sophia being a prophet, and the most legendary fan accounts on the internet: Club Chalamet. What You’ll Hear:Indie Sleaze Forever: KP hosts the perfect throwback New Year’s party—until a guest hijacks her playlist with five minutes of “woman screaming.”Club Chalamet & the Kylie Truce: Sophia unpacks the viral tweet heard ’round Film Twitter and the now-iconic tweet: “I was inches away. No problems.”Mom Groups & Mean Girls: The hosts discuss Ashley Tisdale’s essay on The Cut, plus the extremely public response from Hilary Duff’s husband.CHAPTERS00:00 Cozy greetings & New Year’s chaos01:00 KP’s Indie Sleaze party recap06:00 The legend of Club Chalamet10:30 “No problems” enters the chat14:00 Ashley Tisdale’s mom group essay16:30 Hilary Duff’s husband responds19:00 Mom-friend etiquette & empathy20:30 Listener shout-outs & goodnightsFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman catch up over a pint for the Sunday Pub Chat.What You’ll Hear:New Year, Old Habits: Josh is feeling refreshed, while Matt’s still in Christmas lag—both united by leftover chocolate and gentle self-deprecation.The World’s Slowest Roadwork: Matt discovers a bridge project taking longer than the Eiffel Tower, the Titanic, and possibly human history.Trivia Night Troubles: From royal chickens to Looney Tunes lore, the quiz gets weird—and Josh’s confidence gets tested.CHAPTERS00:00 New year greetings & slow starts03:00 The world’s longest roadworks06:30 Avatar and the art of waiting10:00 Pub quiz begins12:00 Roast chicken & royal proposals14:00 Wile E. Coyote’s secret name16:00 Prunes, smiles & sleepy goodbyesFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristen Meinzer, Jacquis Neal, and KP Parker swap stories about feeling ancient at teen-heavy concerts before turning their attention to Kristen’s never-ending battle with post–New Zealand jet lag.What You’ll Hear:Concert Crowd Check: Kristen recounts her surprising Lorde concert experience (and what it’s like realizing you’re the oldest one in the room).Phone-Free Dreams: The crew talks concert etiquette, phone habits, and why Mitski might be right about putting your screen down.Hack Me If You Can – New Zealand Edition: Kristen’s desperate for help resetting her sleep after flying halfway around the world.Jacquis and KP prescribe jet lag survival tips and a healthy dose of grace.CHAPTERS00:00 Concert crowds & concert etiquette06:45 The Boomer Show (and Mitski’s message)07:00 Hack Me If You Can: New Zealand Edition17:40 Kristen’s Hatch light revelation19:10 Grace for the jet-laggedFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman time-travel to 2002 and revisit the infamous “Tuck Rule” game — the snowy, rule-bending NFL moment that launched the Patriots dynasty and infuriated the rest of America.What You’ll Hear:Sick Day Energy: Matt braves a heroic cold (with full dramatic flair) while Josh celebrates dodging New York’s winter flu.The Tuck Rule Explained: Josh brings Matt deep into the Patriots-Raiders playoff that changed football forever.Sliding Doors & Sliding Teams: A parallel universe where Oakland thrives, Manchester City falters, and one bad penalty kick rewrites sports history.CHAPTERS00:00 Sniffles, sighs & sympathy tea03:00 The pop culture time machine opens04:30 The infamous 2002 “Tuck Rule” game08:50 Patriots’ dynasty origins11:30 Soccer rivalries & near misses14:20 The ripple effect of one call16:30 Sliding doors & sleepy goodnightsFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal gear up for awards season with a cozy 2026 Golden Globes preview.What You’ll Hear:Globe Gossip: Kristen and Jacquis break down the quirks, chaos, and champagne-soaked history of the Golden Globes.Movie Matchups: Which 2026 nominees have the buzz, the drama, and the star power to win big?Hot Takes & Hopefuls: From “Sinners” supremacy to Wicked fatigue, they share their boldest picks — and who they wish would win.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome & award season kickoff02:00 What makes the Golden Globes so wild05:00 Predictions for Best Picture (Comedy/Musical)08:20 Best Picture (Drama) and “Sinners” lovefest13:00 K-Pop Demon Hunters vs. Wicked19:00 TV favorites and surprise contenders23:30 Final hot takes & Michael B. Jordan’s Oscar-worthy momentFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KP Parker and Kristen Meinzer take a stroll through sequel chaos and hobby inspiration.What You'll Hear: Sequel Struggles: KP and Kristen debate the confusing world of movie naming—from Wicked: For Good to Rise of the Planet of the Apes—and wonder, does “Dawn” really come before “Rise”?Hotline Highlights: Listener Kelly from Chicago joins to ask how to talk about hobbies when yours feel, well, ordinary. Turns out, walking the dog, thrifting, and Gilmore Girls rewatches might be more fascinating than you think.Curious Is Cool: The trio finds warmth (and wit) in celebrating simple joys, reminding us that interested people are interesting people.CHAPTERS00:00 A cozy hello01:00 Movie sequel naming chaos05:00 Kelly joins the Nightly Hotline07:00 The great hobby debate15:00 Rediscovering your younger self21:00 Sweet dreams for Sam the dogFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jacquis Neal and KP Parker trade quarter-zips, jewelry, and spooky theater stories.What You’ll Hear:Horror, Live and In Person: Jacquis raves about a stage adaptation of Paranormal Activity that manages to scare even seasoned theater lovers.Snooze or Choose – Fashion Edition: From quarter zips to crew necks, the hosts debate which cozy layers earn a bedtime “choose.”Speed Listeners Anonymous: KP confesses her 1.3× habit while Jacquis makes a heartfelt plea for the power of the pause.Mixing Metals & Mindsets: Gold, silver, and a little self-expression—how confidence can make any combo shine.CHAPTERS00:00 Horror plays & live scares03:00 Snooze or choose: Quarter zips06:15 Snooze or choose: Listening at 1.5× speed11:45 Snooze or choose: Mixing metals in jewelry16:00 Tattoos, confidence, and goodnightsFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Jacquis Neal face the universal truth: some days, you just feel ugly.What You'll Hear:Glow Up Philosophy: Sophia confesses her “ugly attack,” and the two unpack pimple patches, hair grow-out humility, and the surprising joy of subtle concealer.Spooning Logic: The duo play “Spoon, Snore, or Shove on the Floor” starring Shrek, Paddington Bear, and the Grinch (and later, a few famous inanimate objects).Bedtime Wisdom: Turns out, self-love might just be the most flattering light of all.CHAPTERS00:00 Ugly attack & bad mirror days03:00 Hair grow-outs and humbling phases06:00 The power (and peace) of pimple patches08:00 Makeup myths & quiet confidence10:30 Spoon, Snore, or Shove: Shrek edition15:00 Furniture edition gets weird21:30 Bedtime reflections & goodnightFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristen Meinzer and Matt Bragg swap travel tales and TV obsessions, from small-town holiday cheer to cozy British mysteries. What You’ll Hear Summer Christmas in New Zealand: Kristen recounts her trip to the South Island, complete with chicken cuddles, Santa in shorts, and Married at First Sight marathons with her mother-in-law. Travel Confessions: Matt shares his love-hate relationship with tropical humidity, time-zone chaos, and the art of sweating through a workday in Singapore. Carvings, Castles & Cozy Crimes: The pair debate the ethics of carving your name into ancient rocks, rave about The Thursday Murder Club, and discuss British headlines that could double as bedtime stories. CHAPTERS 00:00 Greetings & New Zealand adventures 03:30 Santa, chickens & small-town Christmas magic 05:40 Summer holidays and beach barbecues 08:00 Long flights & Singapore heat 10:20 The “Stonehenge of New Zealand” 13:00 Natural wonders & tourist etiquette 14:30 The art of leaving your mark (literally) 17:30 Local British headlines & cozy mysteries 21:00 Matt’s upcoming village hall show 21:50 Goodnights from Fleet & beyondFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KP Parker and Matt Bragg trade life hacks, from chaotic shoe collections to the eternal quest for perfect bubbles.What You’ll HearPoster-Worthy Wisdom: KP’s new mantra — “Bubbles are for outside, still water’s for inside” — replaces an unfortunate dancing slogan.The Shoe Situation: Matt confesses his slipper addiction and shoe rack woes; KP brainstorms hacks that quickly escalate into… a dedicated shoe room.Carbonation Nation: Why SodaStream bubbles don’t cut it, how to install a soda fountain at home (don’t), and the surprise science of bubble tea.CHAPTERS00:00 Slippers & safety01:00 Inspirational posters, revised03:00 Matt’s shoe storage spiral06:00 Shoe rooms & relationship compromises08:00 KP’s fizzy drink dilemma10:30 The water tank solution12:00 “Bubbles are for outside” revelation13:00 Bubble tea 10114:00 Goodnight and good hacksFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Gondelman and Sophia Wilson Pelton spiral (gently) into their Roman Empires — from Ben Affleck’s back tattoo to the golden age of romance novels.What You’ll HearThe Perfect Sunday: Josh recounts an unreasonably wholesome day of stoop sales, karaoke, and ice cream — proof that friendship is the cure for all existential dread.Gone Girl and the Hat That Broke Hollywood: A deep dive into Ben Affleck’s refusal to wear a Yankees cap, plus stunt casting, phoenix tattoos, and why David Fincher’s chaos works.Romance Renaissance: Sophia reveals her obsession with Emily Henry’s connected universe, why “brooding but secretly nice” men always win, and how modern rom-coms might be due for a comeback.CHAPTERS00:00 Moving woes & dream apartments03:00 Josh’s perfect New York day05:00 Friendship is beautiful06:00 Gone Girl: the Mets hat myth09:00 Ben Affleck’s phoenix years12:00 Gillian Flynn and the art of the twist15:00 Sophia’s romance reading era18:00 The Easter eggs of Emily Henry20:00 Rom-com droughts and hope for the futureFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton swap book reviews, survival trivia, and the world’s wildest sports — from greased poles to squirrel suits.What You’ll HearThe Book Club with Range: Sophia finishes The Road, KP finishes a “total stinker,” and both debate whether award-stickers actually mean anything.Adrenaline Dreams: From Red Bull Games to slack-lining crushes, the hosts confess which extreme sport they could maybe survive.Bear With Us: A deep dive into the legend of Bear Grylls, a karate-trained Everest summiter who might also be… kind of hot?Squirrel Suiting & Other Flights of Fancy: KP and Sophia settle the great debate: is it wing suiting, squirrel suiting, or just human flight with flair?CHAPTERS00:00 Campfire coziness & book chat03:30 Sci-fi stinkers & shortlists04:40 Extreme sports & Red Bull nostalgia06:00 The greased-up pole phenomenon08:00 Zorbing, slacklining, and “mocking”14:00 Bear Grylls lore & survival crushes18:30 Squirrel suiting: confirmed real term20:45 Winding down (and winning the argument)For the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristen Meinzer and Josh Gondelman cozy up with an unexpected bedtime story — and yes, it involves Amish romance.What You’ll HearHats Off to Small Wins: From finishing big projects to finally hitting “record,” the hosts celebrate the satisfaction of simply doing the thing.Return to Intercourse: Kristen reads from the Amish romance novella she wrote in a week — complete with barn accidents, buggy love, and NASCAR metaphors.Amnesia & Other Plot Twists: Josh shares a real-life memory lapse that could be straight out of a paperback (if coconuts were involved).CHAPTERS00:00 Nightcaps & new beginnings03:00 Return to Intercourse: the reading begins09:00 NASCAR metaphors & Amish romance15:00 Flagrant lug nut violations16:00 Josh’s real-life amnesia story19:00 Lessons in love & going homeFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Josh Gondelman scroll through the week’s oddest online moments — from reality TV memoirs to confusing family photo shoots.What You’ll HearTrader Joe’s Therapy: Why running errands with friends is the new brunch — and how to make it count as “quality time.”Siblings or Dating?: Sophia presents a truly baffling maternity photoshoot that tests the limits of human closeness.Pop Culture Homework: Sheena Shay’s memoir, Disney Channel crossovers, and why “The Sweet Life on Deck” was basically semester-at-sea fan fiction.Cruise Comedy: Josh recalls performing at sea, plus the difference between a fun bit and life as a floating zombie.CHAPTERS00:00 Errand hangs & weekend vibes02:00 Sheena Shay’s “My Good Side”08:30 Siblings or Dating? The Pregnant Twist15:00 Couples who look like twins16:00 Disney crossovers & “Wizards on Deck”18:30 Comedy cruises & life at seaFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KP Parker and Matt Bragg hop in the pop culture time machine and take a spin back to the mid-’90s.What You’ll Hear:Book Titles for Your Life: KP’s “Oh, the Places You’ll Flow” meets Matt’s “All the Light We Cannot See” (with some real-world electrical issues).Cool Guy Olympics: KP revisits the golden age of the X Games and Tony Hawk’s legendary 900, a.k.a. when skateboarding met superstardom.Brit Awards Gone Wild: Matt rewinds to 1996, when Pulp’s Jarvis Cocker mooned Michael Jackson and accidentally made pop-culture history.CHAPTERS00:00 Flow states & fridge beverages04:00 Pop Culture Time Machine powers up05:00 KP’s X Games renaissance10:00 Matt’s Brit Awards memory15:00 Comedian lawyers & ‘90s nostalgiaFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Matt Bragg dream up their ultimate unplugged vacation — one that’s equal parts mountain spa, lakeside reading nook, and zero beach sand.What You’ll Hear:First-Class Fantasies: From fake airline upgrades to the ethics of taking a cash bribe to give up your seat, Sophia and Matt share their funniest travel theories.The Unplugged Itinerary: Together they plan a dream getaway that’s cozy, quiet, and gloriously screen-free — part spa, part cabin, all calm.Chill vs. Thrill: Beach or lake? Solo or with friends? Party trip or peaceful retreat? The pair design a vacation that’s just the right amount of doing nothing.CHAPTERS00:00 First-class dreams & travel scams02:30 When would you give up your seat?04:30 Building the perfect unplugged vacation07:00 Beach vs. lake: the cozy divide09:00 Dreaming of the Alps11:00 Solo trip or friend trip?13:00 Vacationing without guilt15:00 Goodnight from Zelle am SeeFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KP Parker welcomes comedian Deanna Ortiz back to the pillow fort for another edition of “Crime for Bed.” What You’ll Hear:The Gambling Nuns – Sister Mary Margaret and Sister Lana’s Vegas double life.Twenty Years of Embezzlement – How $800,000 vanished from a Catholic school.The Fall & the Fallout – Parents, audits, and an 80-year-old nun facing prison.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome & tea talk01:36 The “crime for bed” story begins03:00 Meet Sister Mary Margaret06:00 Enter Sister Lana: Vegas roommate & co-conspirator08:00 Retirement plans trigger an audit09:30 The $800,000 revelation12:30 An 80-year-old nun sentenced14:00 Vegas friendship, double lives & TV show potentialFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jacquis Neal and Sophia Wilson Pelton air some nighttime grievances — from missing TV theme songs to buses that never, ever arrive on time.What You’ll Hear:This Is 40 (Almost): Jacquis returns to basketball and baseball after a short break, and his body promptly reminds him of his age — with love and soreness.Bring Back the Theme Song: A heartfelt ode to the lost art of TV intros, from Fresh Prince to Full House to the surprising triumph of White Lotus.The Bus Betrayal: Sophia vents about New York transit delays, confusing text codes, and her dream of swapping the MTA for a moped in Japan.CHAPTERS00:00 Sleepytime tea & life updates01:30 If your week were a book…02:00 Jacquis’ “This Is 40” weekend04:30 Sophia’s Vermont escape plan07:00 The state-count challenge08:00 Grievances begin: missing TV theme songs11:00 “Don’t skip the intro!” and other rallying cries14:00 Sophia vs. the Brooklyn bus system17:30 Transit envy and Tokyo perfection19:00 The moped solution20:00 Goodnight and good grievancesFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal open the Nightly Hotline to help Maddie from Los Angeles navigate post-breakup concert ticket drama (and maybe get a little petty).What You’ll Hear:Hotline Open: Maddie calls in with a question that’s equal parts financial and emotional — should she charge her ex for the concert ticket she bought before the breakup?Petty or Peaceful?: Kristen and Jacquis offer two sides of the pillow: send the Venmo request for closure, or just move on and make the night your own.Would You Rather: Concert Edition: The trio debates front-row Axe Body Spray versus back-row bad sound — and invents a new use for Tiger Balm along the way.CHAPTERS00:00 Radio voices & ego talk02:30 Meet Maddie from L.A.03:30 The concert ticket conundrum06:00 Jaquis’ Beyoncé ticket confession08:30 Kristen’s “burn it down” breakup philosophy10:00 Advice for closure (and crushes)14:00 Maddie’s post-advice clarity15:50 “Petty as hell,” but fair16:30 Would You Rather: concert edition18:40 Axe Body Spray vs. Beyoncé19:50 Nightly sign-off & hotline inviteFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into Kristen’s Corner with Kristen Meinzer and Josh Gondelman, where the pillow fort turns into a royal court. What You’ll Hear:America’s Royal Couple 101 – How Taylor & Travis became tabloid staples with staying power.More Than PR – From charity work to speaking out, why their influence goes beyond image.Swift-onomics – How the Eras Tour boosted economies like a royal wedding.Royal Ties – From homecoming king-and-queen vibes to actual royal bloodlines.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Zoe Kravitz’s dating history check-in01:10 Kristen’s Corner: Taylor & Travis 10103:00 Tabloid stamina & scrutiny parallels06:30 Born into fame vs. earning it09:00 Swift-onomics & Eras Tour economic impact11:00 Why they break the fame “rules”12:00 Homecoming royalty aesthetic13:30 Fantasies, PR, and real romance18:30 Royal bloodlines revealedFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.