Episode

S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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41:02
Published: Wed Jan 19 2022
Description

Rachelle Hampton, host of Slate’s ICYMI podcast, joins us to unravel the scandal brewing in a neighborhood knitting circle! Listen to ICYMI and follow Rachelle on Twitter at @heyydnae. Episode transcript available here. Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP. Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs). Subscribe to Defector Media and get your first month for 99 cents at defector.com/normalgossip. 

Chapters
In this conversation, the speaker shares their thoughts on gossip and the difficulty of keeping a secret when it's too good not to share with close friends.
00:00 - 02:40 (02:40)
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Friendship
Summary

In this conversation, the speaker shares their thoughts on gossip and the difficulty of keeping a secret when it's too good not to share with close friends.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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The speaker reflects on the societal norms around the sharing of gossip, discussing the pressure to keep secrets from individuals in committed relationships and the thrill that often accompanies gossiping.
02:40 - 08:52 (06:12)
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Society/culture
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The speaker reflects on the societal norms around the sharing of gossip, discussing the pressure to keep secrets from individuals in committed relationships and the thrill that often accompanies gossiping.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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In this conversation, the speakers discuss their apprehension towards joining crafting groups and their skepticism towards artsy commuter towns.
08:52 - 12:26 (03:33)
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Crafting
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In this conversation, the speakers discuss their apprehension towards joining crafting groups and their skepticism towards artsy commuter towns.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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A woman joins a knitting group that has access to various tools and materials and is also generous with giving away their creations.
12:26 - 18:16 (05:50)
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Knitting
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A woman joins a knitting group that has access to various tools and materials and is also generous with giving away their creations.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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Sophia tells the story of her friend Laurel who was hesitant about trying her free chapstick because of her focus on using only natural, earth-based products.
18:16 - 23:33 (05:16)
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Natural Products
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Sophia tells the story of her friend Laurel who was hesitant about trying her free chapstick because of her focus on using only natural, earth-based products.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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The conversation covers the language and pop culture trends in spring 2021, including Vax and I'm fine, mispronunciation, male tears, and viral social media content.
23:33 - 26:46 (03:13)
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Pop Culture
Summary

The conversation covers the language and pop culture trends in spring 2021, including Vax and I'm fine, mispronunciation, male tears, and viral social media content.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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The group meeting is in a week after Sophia has gone viral, and Laurel is trying to feel out Sophia's sister's influence.
26:47 - 32:12 (05:25)
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drama
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The group meeting is in a week after Sophia has gone viral, and Laurel is trying to feel out Sophia's sister's influence. During the meeting, Laurel mentions Sophia's sister and tries to be happy for her.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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A knitting group receives a request for help with producing male tiers coasters, including packaging, labeling, and making greeting cards in exchange for a catered dinner and gift.
32:12 - 35:01 (02:49)
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knitting
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A knitting group receives a request for help with producing male tiers coasters, including packaging, labeling, and making greeting cards in exchange for a catered dinner and gift.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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This podcast features various funny, surprising and interesting stories from everyday life, ranging from buying groceries to crafting and even using public restrooms.
35:01 - 37:40 (02:38)
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Lifestyle
Summary

This podcast features various funny, surprising and interesting stories from everyday life, ranging from buying groceries to crafting and even using public restrooms.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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In this episode, the hosts discuss the emotional burden that sometimes comes with being part of a friend group, and the pressure to constantly keep up with everyone else's needs and interests.
37:40 - 41:02 (03:21)
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Friendship
Summary

In this episode, the hosts discuss the emotional burden that sometimes comes with being part of a friend group, and the pressure to constantly keep up with everyone else's needs and interests. They also touch on the phenomenon of "emotional friend group terrorism," and how social media can create unrealistic expectations for our friendships.

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S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
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Outro for the Normal Gossip podcast where listeners can send in their disagreements or gossip stories and follow the hosts on social media.
41:03 - 42:54 (01:51)
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Entertainment
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Outro for the Normal Gossip podcast where listeners can send in their disagreements or gossip stories and follow the hosts on social media.

Episode
S1 Ep3: Can I Say Something Bitchy? With Rachelle Hampton
Podcast
Normal Gossip