Chicks in the Office

‘DWTS’ Week 3 Recap + Scooter Braun & Sydney Sweeney PDA w/ Justin Sylvester

October 3, 2025

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  • The hosts announced a break in podcast releases for the following week as they travel to Singapore. 
  • The hosts and guest Justin Sylvester are highly anticipating the new Taylor Swift album release, speculating on whether Travis's name is mentioned. 
  • The hosts and Justin Sylvester discussed their recent positive dining experiences, including Teresi and plans to visit the highly-rated burger spot, Fort Charles. 
  • The conversation heavily analyzed the recent separation announcement of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, suggesting that the term 'separating' implies non-amicability and potential infidelity, contrasting it with typical A-lister divorce announcements. 
  • The segment concluded with a discussion about Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun's rumored relationship, attributing it to Sweeney's pattern of dating older, powerful men, and a humorous recap of Mariah Carey continuing to claim she doesn't know Jennifer Lopez on *Watch What Happens Live*. 

Segments

Podcast Logistics and Ads
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(00:00:00)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts provide standard listener information and run through several advertisements.
  • Summary: The segment begins with a greeting to ‘Chicks in the Office listeners’ and information on where to find the podcast (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music). This is followed by ads for Truly Unruly hard seltzer and DraftKings, including responsible gaming information.
Introductory Jingle and Greeting
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(00:01:26)
  • Key Takeaway: A listener-submitted jingle praises the hosts, setting an energetic tone for the episode.
  • Summary: The hosts are introduced via a sung jingle praising them as ’two chicks getting paid in reality checks’ who are ‘always on your screen.’ The hosts then officially greet the audience, noting it is Friday.
Tour Dates and Break Announcement
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(00:02:30)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts announce upcoming tour dates starting October 23rd in DC, followed by a break from the podcast next week for a trip to Singapore.
  • Summary: The hosts remind listeners about their upcoming tour, with the first date in DC on October 23rd. They then announce that there will be no podcast episodes the following week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) because the three of them will be in Singapore.
Guest Introduction and Taylor Swift Excitement
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(00:03:20)
  • Key Takeaway: The episode features guest Justin Sylvester, but the immediate focus is the excitement surrounding a new Taylor Swift album release (‘The Life of a Showgirl Day’).
  • Summary: The hosts introduce their guest, Justin Sylvester, who will join them later. They then pivot to discussing the excitement of the new Taylor Swift album release, speculating on whether Travis’s name is mentioned in the lyrics.
Travel Plans and Book Discussion
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(00:05:36)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts discuss their upcoming long flight to Singapore, which they are now excited about, and mention finishing a disturbing but compelling book.
  • Summary: The host who was initially nervous about the long flight is now excited, planning to listen to the new Taylor Swift album. They discuss crossing an item off Noah’s list by dining at Teresi, praising the food, especially the unique avocado dessert. They also discuss finishing a book that left them disturbed but unable to stop reading, debating whether the main character committed the act described.
Food Tour and Security Concerns
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(00:08:16)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts are on a ‘hot streak’ of trying hyped restaurants, including Teresi and an upcoming visit to Fort Charles for burgers, amusing their security detail.
  • Summary: Following the success of Teresi, they mention planning to visit Fort Charles, hyped as having one of the best burgers in New York. They joke that their security detail, Security Mike, is more concerned with where they are eating than typical security risks.
Singapore Flight Time Mix-up
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(00:09:31)
  • Key Takeaway: Noah had the departure time for the Singapore flight wrong, believing it was at night, which caused a brief panic when the morning departure time was clarified.
  • Summary: The hosts recount a recent realization that Noah had the Singapore flight time incorrect, thinking it was at night when it was in the morning. They detail the confusion and relief that they caught the error before they would have missed the flight entirely.
Book Discussion Follow-up and Movie Adaptation
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(00:11:53)
  • Key Takeaway: The discussion returns to the book they finished, confirming they both finished it and are split on whether the protagonist committed the act, noting the upcoming movie adaptation starring Anne Hathaway.
  • Summary: The host confirms finishing the book and the lingering ambiguity about the ending. They discuss the upcoming movie adaptation starring Anne Hathaway and the casting news.
Game Time Ticket Ad
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(00:13:34)
  • Key Takeaway: An advertisement for the Game Time app promotes easy ticket purchasing for concerts like Tate McRae and Dua Lipa, offering a discount code.
  • Summary: The hosts promote the Game Time app for buying concert tickets, highlighting features like upfront fees and authenticity guarantees. They offer listeners $20 off their first purchase using the code ‘Chicks’.
Topics Preview with Justin Sylvester
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(00:14:26)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts welcome Justin Sylvester and preview the main gossip topics: DWTS recap, Keith Urban/Nicole Kidman rumors, Sydney Sweeney/Scooter Braun PDA, and Mariah Carey/JLo.
  • Summary: Justin Sylvester joins the show. The hosts list the topics for the segment: ‘Dancing through the Stars,’ rumors about Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman, picture evidence of Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun holding hands, and Mariah Carey insisting she doesn’t know JLo.
Lady World Concert Debrief
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(00:15:01)
  • Key Takeaway: Justin admits to blacking out at the Lady World concert due to excessive margaritas, while the hosts discuss the high-energy, drunk atmosphere among the female attendees.
  • Summary: Justin jokes about blacking out at Lady World after having six margaritas. The hosts discuss the general energy of the concert attendees, noting many women were already heavily drinking by the afternoon, including the ‘red wine mom’ demographic.
Being Unfiltered on Podcasts
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(00:17:17)
  • Key Takeaway: Justin inspires the hosts to be more open with their opinions, contrasting his fearlessness with the liability posed by his own podcast co-host.
  • Summary: The hosts praise Justin for inspiring them to speak their minds. Justin admits his main fear is texts from celebrities after his co-host says something controversial, noting his co-host speaks without fear of a parent company.
Publicist Power Plays Discussion
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(00:19:38)
  • Key Takeaway: The conversation shifts to the power dynamics involving publicists, recounting a story where a publicist withheld an actress from an interview due to a perceived slight against another client.
  • Summary: They discuss how publicists can be retaliatory. Justin shares a past experience at E! News where a major actress was withheld from interviews because her publicist was upset about a question asked to a different client regarding a movie about Down syndrome.
DWTS Week 3 Recap and Voting
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(00:23:58)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts and Justin discuss the mixed reactions to the latest DWTS elimination, attributing ‘funky voting outcomes’ to TikTok’s influence.
  • Summary: The discussion moves to Dancing with the Stars. They note that TikTok’s platform is leading to unpredictable voting. They praise Whitney and Mark’s Samba performance.
DWTS Judging Philosophy Debate
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(00:25:03)
  • Key Takeaway: There is a debate among the younger audience about whether DWTS should prioritize effort/journey (like Andy) or technical scoring/skill (like the professional dancers).
  • Summary: The hosts observe that the younger generation is confused about the show’s premise, with some arguing it should reward effort (Andy) while others insist it should be based on scores. They discuss Alex Earl’s surprising performance and Elaine Hendricks’ strong showing despite her age.
Robert Irwin’s Wholesome Appeal
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(00:26:41)
  • Key Takeaway: Robert Irwin is described as ‘vanilla’ but the ‘best version,’ though his shirt-ripping moment prompted a quick age check.
  • Summary: Robert Irwin is deemed wholesome, but the hosts admit they were intrigued when he ripped his shirt off, leading to a quick Google search of his age (21/22).
Goofy Dancing vs. Skill
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(00:29:00)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts dislike ‘goofy dancing’ from men who are otherwise conventionally attractive, comparing the jarring experience to hearing David Beckham’s actual voice.
  • Summary: They discuss Dylan Efron’s goofy dancing, contrasting it with his sex appeal. They agree that when a conventionally attractive man dances poorly or goofily, it can be off-putting.
The Value of ‘Broke’ Partners
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(00:30:43)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts argue that partners who are less conventionally attractive or ‘broke’ often provide better sexual experiences because they have learned to work to please someone.
  • Summary: The hosts discuss how men who were not ’tens’ their whole lives are better lovers because they have had to learn how to please their partners.
Lauren’s Elimination and Performance Critique
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(00:37:35)
  • Key Takeaway: Lauren was eliminated, and the hosts felt her performance lacked ‘pizzazz,’ especially since she danced to a cover of her own group’s song to avoid Camilla Cabello’s vocals.
  • Summary: The hosts discuss Lauren’s elimination, feeling she had potential but her final performance lacked energy. They note she danced to a cover of ‘Work From Home’ instead of the original to avoid Camilla Cabello’s part.
Andy’s Voting Power and Age Perception
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(00:39:01)
  • Key Takeaway: Andy is winning votes based on heartstrings and his ‘grandpa face,’ despite being only 58, which the hosts find amusing compared to truly elderly contestants.
  • Summary: The hosts acknowledge Andy’s strong voting base due to the ‘heartstrings’ factor, though they disagree on how much sympathy he deserves, noting he is only 58, not elderly.
Wheel of Fortune Million Dollar Win
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(00:42:11)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts witnessed a contestant win $1 million on Wheel of Fortune, noting her confident smirk before solving the puzzle.
  • Summary: While watching Wheel of Fortune before DWTS, they saw a contestant correctly solve a puzzle to win $1 million, highlighting her confident smirk before revealing the answer.
Viral Fame and ‘Hoctua’
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(00:46:04)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts discuss the absurdity and speed of viral fame, using the example of ‘Hoctua’ potentially being written into a show despite questionable appeal.
  • Summary: The hosts analyze a viral moment, speculating if it was a skit or real, and discuss how quickly people are thrust into fame. They repeatedly mention a figure named ‘Hoctua’ and question their presence in a show, noting that filming often happens years in advance.
Crypto Investigation and Hoctua
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(00:47:07)
  • Key Takeaway: The conversation pivots to the SEC investigating ‘Hoctua’ for fraud related to cryptocurrency.
  • Summary: The discussion touches upon the SEC investigating ‘Hoctua’ for a crypto fraud issue. The hosts joke about who would buy crypto from this person, with one host emphatically stating they wouldn’t buy anything from them.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s Post-Jail Life
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(00:47:48)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts express amazement at Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s rapid dating life and public attention following her release from jail.
  • Summary: They speculate about Gypsy Rose Blanchard potentially appearing on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and contrast her quick engagement history after jail with one host’s eight years of being single. They note her receiving many secret admirers while incarcerated.
Dating Profiles for Inmates
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(00:48:17)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts discuss the phenomenon of inmates creating dating profiles, often downplaying their criminal history.
  • Summary: They talk about looking at profiles of Idaho inmates who create videos describing themselves and their time left, noting the jarring contrast when their serious criminal charges (like aggravated assault) are listed at the bottom.
DWTS Disney Night Preview
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(00:49:27)
  • Key Takeaway: The upcoming ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Disney night will feature songs from rides, and Dylan is dancing to ‘Life is a Highway’.
  • Summary: They preview the next ‘DWTS’ theme, Disney night, which honors Disneyland with songs from rides like Space Mountain. They confirm Jordan and Ezra are dancing to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure music, and Dylan is doing ‘Life is a Highway’.
Dylan Sprouse’s Relationship Scrutiny
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(00:50:11)
  • Key Takeaway: Dylan Sprouse’s relationship with his girlfriend, Braxton, is constantly under public speculation regarding a breakup, despite their privacy.
  • Summary: The hosts discuss the constant media and public questioning about whether Dylan and Braxton have broken up every week, noting that his girlfriend has to answer questions about him constantly, even though he is a professional football player who is busy.
Critique of DWTS TikTok Night
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(00:51:07)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts mock the overly reverent way ‘Dancing with the Stars’ presented TikTok during their themed night.
  • Summary: They joke that the hosts spoke about TikTok as if it were a non-profit saving children, contrasting this with the fact that they wouldn’t dedicate a night to OnlyFans, despite its career-making potential for some.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Split
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(00:51:39)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts analyze the use of the word ‘separating’ in celebrity splits, suggesting it implies infidelity or an amicable split is unlikely, referencing Hugh Jackman’s past separation announcement.
  • Summary: They discuss the news of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban separating, noting that Kidman immediately filed for divorce the next day, suggesting she was blindsided, possibly by Keith Urban stepping out, perhaps with a guitarist.
Nicole Kidman’s Career Trajectory
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(00:53:49)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts suggest that Nicole Kidman’s continued career success after marriage may have caused stress in her relationship with Keith Urban.
  • Summary: They reflect on how women’s careers continuing to ascend in Hollywood can cause relationship stress, noting Kidman defied expectations that actresses her age would settle down. They believe she ‘struck while the iron’s hot’ and it caused a rift.
Meeting Nicole Kidman in Person
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(00:55:04)
  • Key Takeaway: Nicole Kidman commands attention when she enters a room, possessing the classic ‘Hollywood actress’ aura.
  • Summary: One host describes meeting Nicole Kidman as feeling like meeting a star from the 50s (like Marilyn Monroe or Greta Garbo). They note she, Angelina Jolie, and Rihanna share the quality of commanding silence when they enter a room. They joke about her penchant for playing women in distress with secrets.
Nicole Kidman’s Future Dating Life
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(00:56:07)
  • Key Takeaway: Post-divorce, Nicole Kidman will likely date much younger, taller men so she can finally wear high heels.
  • Summary: The hosts predict Kidman will date younger men and will prioritize tall partners so she no longer has to wear kitten heels, referencing her past relationships with shorter men like Tom Cruise and Lenny Kravitz.
Reese Witherspoon’s Non-Actor Partner
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(00:57:13)
  • Key Takeaway: Reese Witherspoon’s current partner, a finance man, is a good model for A-list actresses seeking partners outside of acting.
  • Summary: They discuss Reese Witherspoon’s partner, describing him as sweet, cute, and confident because he is not an actor. They suggest Reese will advise Nicole Kidman to find a similar finance-type man who travels frequently.
Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun Dating Rumors
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(01:00:01)
  • Key Takeaway: Sydney Sweeney is speculated to be dating Scooter Braun because she fits the archetype of a hot girl who wants to date an older, powerful, and wealthy man who feels lucky to be with her.
  • Summary: The hosts analyze the rumored relationship between Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun, suggesting she seeks validation from older, wealthier men, contrasting this with her previous, slightly older fiancé. They note the photos of them leaving Nobu in LA signaled they are ‘going steady’.
Sydney Sweeney’s Acting Trajectory
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(01:04:00)
  • Key Takeaway: Sydney Sweeney is a phenomenal actress on ‘Euphoria’ and may be aiming for the ‘Cameron Diaz’ archetype: a blonde bombshell who is secretly smart.
  • Summary: They praise her acting in ‘Euphoria’ and suggest she is trying to follow a path similar to Margot Robbie, balancing roles where she looks hot with more serious roles, like her upcoming wrestling movie.
Mariah Carey on Watch What Happens Live
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(01:06:26)
  • Key Takeaway: Mariah Carey’s continued refusal to acknowledge J-Lo on WWHL is hilarious, and Andy Cohen is an ’evil genius’ for pushing these boundaries.
  • Summary: They discuss Mariah Carey switching seats with Andy Cohen to ensure good lighting and her ongoing claim of not knowing J-Lo. They praise Andy Cohen for fearlessly asking questions the audience wants answered, even if his demeanor seems rude.
The Difficulty of Reality TV Reunions
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(01:11:30)
  • Key Takeaway: Reality TV reunions are grueling 14-16 hour days where cast members must defend themselves against public opinion formed on social media.
  • Summary: The host who worked on RHONY describes reunions as the hardest part of TV, as cast members have to re-live events and address social media commentary, leading to intense pressure to ’turn around’ their public image.
Game of Trivia with Listeners
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(01:14:34)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts play their trivia game, ‘Beatrian Fran,’ with listeners Maddie and Alexandra, with the Rhian Fran team taking an early lead.
  • Summary: The segment transitions into the trivia game. The first tie-breaker guess for the Rotten Tomatoes score of ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ was spot on. The game proceeds with questions about ‘Hannah Montana,’ Jonas Brothers, Taylor Swift, and ‘Mamma Mia!’
Planet Fitness Ad Read
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(01:25:48)
  • Key Takeaway: Planet Fitness offers an affordable, accessible gym experience with great equipment and 24-hour locations.
  • Summary: An advertisement for Planet Fitness highlights their high-value membership, 24-hour clubs, brand new plate-loaded machines, and free fitness training, welcoming all fitness levels.
Movie Clip Trivia: Palm Springs
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(01:27:07)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts stump the listener team with a clip from the time-loop movie ‘Palm Springs.’
  • Summary: The Rhian Fran team correctly identifies the movie clip as being from ‘Palm Springs,’ a film about an infinite time loop, scoring another point.
Listener Shoutout and Trivia Wrap-up
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(01:30:32)
  • Key Takeaway: The trivia game concludes with the Rhian Fran team winning 9-2, despite the listener team getting a point for a Cheetah Girls question.
  • Summary: The final trivia questions cover ‘The OC’ high school name and the voice of Melman in ‘Madagascar.’ The Rhian Fran team wins 9-2. The hosts thank the listeners for playing and promise them merchandise.
Podcast Sign-off and Tour Dates
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(01:35:22)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts wrap up the episode, announce they will be in Singapore next week, and will return on Monday, October 13th.
  • Summary: The hosts thank listeners and promote their upcoming tour. They mention they will miss the audience while they are in Singapore but promise to be back on October 13th.