Chicks in the Office

Best/Worst Celeb Halloween Costumes + Andy Richter’s Time on DWTS Needs to End

November 3, 2025

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  • The hosts spent the beginning of the episode recapping their successful, sold-out 'Chicks in the Office' Fall Tour stops in DC, Milwaukee, and Chicago, including a Halloween-themed show. 
  • The hosts debated the merits of Wisconsin cheese curds versus mozzarella sticks, ultimately agreeing that all fried cheese is delicious, and praised the Milwaukee pretzel they tried. 
  • The hosts expressed excitement for their upcoming Cincinnati meet and greet, where Rachel Kirkconnell will be a special guest, and discussed the costume dedication of their live audience members. 
  • The hosts are excited about Ariana Grande joining the cast of *American Horror Story* Season 13, noting the return of other Ryan Murphy universe actors like Emma Roberts and Evan Peters. 
  • Jennifer Aniston officially went Instagram official with her boyfriend, Jim Curtis, who is described as a master hypnotist and transformational coach. 
  • David Harbour is facing significant negative press following his ex-wife Lily Allen's album detailing their split and a reported harassment and bullying claim filed against him by co-star Millie Bobby Brown. 
  • The hosts gave the recent episode of 'Dancing with the Stars' an 'A' rating, despite expressing frustration over a perceived unresolved cliffhanger from a previous episode. 
  • The hosts provided grades for several shows watched during the week, including giving all the 'Chicagos' shows a 'B' and praising the Halloween episode of 'That's So Raven' as an 'A' classic that still holds up. 
  • The reunion episode for 'Love is Blind' was deemed less dramatic due to the significant time elapsed since filming, though the reveal of Sparkle Meg having a baby was a major talking point. 

Segments

Tour Recap and Listener Meetups
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(00:02:35)
  • Key Takeaway: The ‘Chicks in the Office’ Fall Tour included successful shows and meet and greets in DC, Milwaukee, and Chicago.
  • Summary: The hosts returned from a tour that included meet and greets before shows in DC, Milwaukee, and a Halloween show in Chicago. They emphasized the joy of meeting listeners in person and announced an upcoming meet and greet in Cincinnati at Mio’s Pizzeria Pub on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. The meet and greets foster community, often leading to listeners making new friends.
Milwaukee Food Debates
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(00:04:36)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts defended their comparison of Wisconsin cheese curds to mozzarella sticks, citing similarities in fried cheese texture and dipping sauces.
  • Summary: The hosts enjoyed local Milwaukee specialties, including cheese curds and Bloody Marys, noting the latter were exceptionally elaborate. One host insisted that the cheese curds tasted like mozzarella sticks, sparking a debate about whether that indicated a poor quality curd. They concluded that both fried cheese items are delicious vessels for dipping sauces like ranch or buffalo sauce.
Chicago Burger Rankings
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(00:06:52)
  • Key Takeaway: The burger at Chicago’s Bivett’s, featuring bacon and an egg, was highly praised and ranked among the hosts’ top five favorites.
  • Summary: The hosts visited Bivett’s in Chicago, known for its signature burger topped with bacon and an egg, which received an amazing reaction. This burger was compared favorably to simple, classic styles like those from JG Mellon, though it differs from the style of Red Hook Tavern. The experience confirmed the high quality of the Chicago stop on the tour.
Halloween Costume Review
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(00:08:37)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts dressed as ‘Alpha Bunglinda’ for their Halloween show, but felt the audience costumes were more creative and impressive than celebrity efforts.
  • Summary: The hosts dressed as ‘Alpha Bunglinda’ to align with the proximity of the Wicked movie release. They were highly impressed by the creativity of their listeners’ costumes at the Chicago show, noting that many audience members went all out. The hosts expressed jealousy over Alex Earl’s Lady Gaga paparazzi costume, which garnered a comment from Lady Gaga herself.
Acorns Investing Promotion
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(00:12:44)
  • Key Takeaway: Acorns offers an easy way to start investing by rounding up purchases to the nearest dollar and investing spare change, incentivizing new sign-ups with a $20 bonus.
  • Summary: Acorns aims to make investing accessible, allowing users to start growing their money in five minutes. The platform automatically invests spare change by rounding up transactions, which is framed as a responsible version of ‘girl math.’ New users who sign up via the provided link or app receive a $20 bonus investment.
Marathon Weekend Recap
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(00:14:09)
  • Key Takeaway: Fran’s partner, Joe, successfully completed his first marathon in just over four hours, despite initial nervousness and late-night World Series viewing.
  • Summary: Joe completed the New York City Marathon, finishing in approximately four hours and two minutes, a time he was happy with for his first attempt. The family, including Mima who wore heeled booties all day, cheered him on at various points along the course, especially near the challenging Central Park hills. Joe is currently experiencing significant soreness but achieved an incredible accomplishment.
World Series Game 7 Analysis
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(00:28:42)
  • Key Takeaway: The World Series Game 7 was described as one of the best baseball games ever watched, culminating in the Dodgers winning their second consecutive title.
  • Summary: The Game 7 was cinematic, featuring incredible performances, particularly from Japanese players like Yamimoto, who pitched the day after a major appearance. Despite the hosts’ Philly bias, they acknowledged the Dodgers’ likability and the historic nature of their back-to-back wins, last achieved by the Yankees in 1998-2000. The performance of catcher Will Smith hitting a home run was noted as highly unusual in baseball.
Batiste Dry Shampoo Ad Read
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(00:32:21)
  • Key Takeaway: Batiste Dry Shampoo is the number one award-winning dry shampoo that absorbs oil and grease while adding volume and texture, often outperforming competitors costing twice as much.
  • Summary: Batiste Dry Shampoo allows users to refresh hair and extend the life of a bouncy blowout without the associated cost. It is effective across all hair types and is recognized as a cult classic for its performance. Listeners can purchase Batiste online or in stores at their nearest retailer.
Celebrity Halloween Costume Critique
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(00:34:00)
  • Key Takeaway: Overall celebrity Halloween efforts were deemed lackluster this year, with Julia Fox’s controversial costume being singled out as inappropriate rather than camp.
  • Summary: Heidi Klum dressed as Medusa, but the hosts felt many celebrity costumes lacked the high production value seen in previous years, noting the Kardashians were less visible. Julia Fox’s blood-splattered Jackie Kennedy costume drew criticism for being disrespectful, especially after family members voiced disapproval. The hosts felt the costumes worn by attendees at their own live shows were superior to most celebrity efforts.
Auction Spending Regret
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(00:48:48)
  • Key Takeaway: TikToker Christina Kirkman’s experience at a charity auction, where she immediately overspent her self-imposed limit due to competitive bidding, was highlighted as a relatable scenario.
  • Summary: Christina Kirkman won an item at a Rare Beauty gala auction for double the budget she set, illustrating the competitive nature of auctions. She won a chance to attend a special taping she would later be unavailable for. The hosts found this impulse spending driven by the desire to win highly relatable.
Ariana Grande AHS Casting
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(00:49:58)
  • Key Takeaway: Ariana Grande is confirmed to star in American Horror Story Season 13, which excites the host who is a fan of the series.
  • Summary: Ariana Grande is expanding her acting career, adding American Horror Story Season 13 to her schedule alongside the Wicked film. This casting news specifically excites one host, who had previously stopped watching the series a few seasons ago. The host believes Grande will be spectacular in the role and will bring them back to watching the show.
David Harbour Controversy Details
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  • Key Takeaway: Lily Allen’s new album details alleged condescending behavior and infidelity by David Harbour, including a note discouraging her success.
  • Summary: Lily Allen released an album detailing the chronological story of her split from David Harbour, including lyrics about feeling invisible and miserable in their shared home. Specific lyrics suggest Harbour was condescending and wanted her to audition for roles, contrasting with a note he wrote wishing her bad luck on a play due to jealousy of her success. Further accusations detail finding sex toys and questioning Harbour about potential vasectomies and pregnancies with other women.
Millie Bobby Brown’s Complaint
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(01:13:31)
  • Key Takeaway: Millie Bobby Brown filed a lengthy, non-sexual harassment and bullying claim against David Harbour before filming the final season of Stranger Things.
  • Summary: Millie Bobby Brown submitted pages of accusations against David Harbour, leading to an internal inquiry whose outcome remains unknown. The complaints were reportedly focused on harassment and bullying, not sexual misconduct. This news surfaced shortly after Lily Allen’s album release, compounding negative press for Harbour ahead of the final season of Stranger Things.
Rumhaven Cocktail Ad Read
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(01:16:38)
  • Key Takeaway: Rumhaven is promoted as a clean and refreshing cocktail made with real coconut water, offering listeners 20% off their first order.
  • Summary: Rumhaven cocktails are highlighted for their clean taste, derived from real coconut water without artificial flavors or preservatives. Listeners can enjoy the drink over ice, with club soda, or mixed with juice. The brand offers a 20% discount on the first order of performance fleeces, joggers, hoodies, and more using the code ‘chicks’ on roback.com.
Weekly Watch Report Kickoff
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(01:17:41)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts initiated the Weekly Watch Report, covering Dancing with the Stars, Chad Powers, and The Kardashians.
  • Summary: The segment began with one host revealing they watched The Longest Yard for the first time, praising the performances of Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, and Nelly. The hosts expressed shock that the Chad Powers episode they just watched was the season finale, leaving them on a cliffhanger. The Kardashians received a ‘C’ rating, with one host expressing fatigue over Courtney’s perceived overly positive persona.
Chad Powers Finale Disappointment
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(01:20:42)
  • Key Takeaway: The Chad Powers finale ended on a massive cliffhanger, leading to listener frustration as the season only contained six episodes.
  • Summary: The realization that the recent episode was the finale of the six-episode season of Chad Powers shocked the hosts, as they expected more episodes. The ending left them wanting to know what happens next, especially regarding the Georgia game plot point. Hulu is now under pressure to greenlight a second season due to the high demand created by the cliffhanger ending.
Dancing with the Stars Drama
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(01:24:56)
  • Key Takeaway: Jen was eliminated from Dancing with the Stars, leading to predictions that Andy Richter, Robert Irwin, and Alex Earl will make the top three.
  • Summary: Jen’s elimination from Dancing with the Stars was viewed as unfortunate, potentially due to being on the same season as Whitney Way Thore. The hosts believe the show’s production is manufacturing drama, possibly linking it to Mormon Wives. They predict Andy Richter will advance due to his strong fan base, despite not being the best dancer, which could cause chaos in the fandom.
I Love LA Premiere Review
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  • Key Takeaway: The first episode of the HBO show I Love LA, starring Rachel Zenat and Leighton Meester, earned a B- rating.
  • Summary: The premiere episode of I Love LA was rated a B- by one host, who enjoyed the premise and characters. The show is described as an over-the-top, very ‘LA’ satire featuring exaggerated personalities. The host is excited to see the rest of the season, noting Leighton Meester’s involvement.
Selling Sunset Season D Rating
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  • Key Takeaway: The first episode of the new Selling Sunset season was rated a D due to feeling overly fake, compounded by negative feelings toward cast member Bre Tiesi.
  • Summary: One host only watched the first episode of the new Selling Sunset season and immediately gave it a D grade. The primary issue cited was the perceived inauthenticity of the show. Negative feelings toward Bre Tiesi, stemming from an inside Netflix show, contributed to the low rating.
Ritual Multivitamin Black Friday Sale
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(01:35:28)
  • Key Takeaway: Ritual is offering early access to their Black Friday sale, providing 40% off the first month of their essential multivitamin for women.
  • Summary: Ritual’s essential multis contain key nutrients often missed in diets, delivered in clean, absorbable forms without artificial additives. The essential for women 18+ multi includes nine key nutrients in two delayed-release capsules for optimal absorption. Listeners can get 40% off their first month by visiting ritual.com/chicks.
Grading DWTS Finale
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(01:37:47)
  • Key Takeaway: The ‘Dancing with the Stars’ finale received an ‘A’ rating despite leaving the hosts on an unexpected, massive cliffhanger.
  • Summary: The hosts rated the ‘Dancing with the Stars’ finale an ‘A’, finding it a really good episode overall. They were surprised by a massive cliffhanger that they were not aware was unresolved. They felt comfortable expecting a resolution in a subsequent episode that did not exist.
Chicago Shows Grade
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  • Key Takeaway: All ‘Chicago’ franchise shows watched this week received a consistent ‘B’ grade across the board.
  • Summary: One host watched all the ‘Chicago’ shows after returning from Chicago. Listeners who messaged about filming near their office while the hosts were in Chicago were appreciated. All the ‘Chicagos’ felt pretty on par with each other, earning a ‘B’ rating.
Catching Up on Reality TV
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(01:38:53)
  • Key Takeaway: The host is behind on ‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ but is excited to see the yacht episode.
  • Summary: The host is behind on ‘Salt Lake City’ but heard hype about the first episode featuring them on a yacht. They also have not watched ‘Selling Sunset’ and noted many online complaints about that show. The host plans to watch ‘Selling Sunset’ despite hearing negative feedback about chemistry between the leads.
Watching Halloween Classics
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(01:39:28)
  • Key Takeaway: ‘Practical Magic’ was watched for the first time and rated a ‘B’ for being cute and a rewatchable Halloween classic.
  • Summary: One host watched ‘Practical Magic’ for the first time on Friday for Halloween and loved it, rating it a ‘B’. They noted that Gia also watched it recently for the first time. The movie featuring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman is considered a great film suitable for future Halloweens.
Special Forces and Love is Blind
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(01:41:00)
  • Key Takeaway: ‘Special Forces’ is rated a ‘C’ as an intense show, and the ‘Love is Blind’ reunion confirmed Sparkle Meg’s baby daddy was not her brother-in-law.
  • Summary: ‘Special Forces’ was rated a ‘C’, noted as an intense show where contestants perform crazy feats; the host was sad Eric Decker got hurt. The ‘Love is Blind’ reunion earned a ‘B’, featuring the reveal that Sparkle Meg had a baby with the man seen in pictures, not her brother-in-law. The reunion lacked current drama because all couples have moved on, making the conflict feel dated.
Raven Halloween Episode
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(01:43:27)
  • Key Takeaway: The ‘Don’t Have a Cow’ Halloween episode of ‘That’s So Raven’ is a classic that still holds up, earning an ‘A’ rating.
  • Summary: The host rewatched the ‘Don’t Have a Cow’ Halloween episode of ‘That’s So Raven’ on Friday night. They confirmed the episode still holds up and is genuinely funny. This classic Halloween episode was given an ‘A’ rating.
Task Episode One Review
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  • Key Takeaway: The first episode of ‘Task’ is very good but extremely long, featuring Mark Ruffalo’s character with a complex backstory including being a priest, FBI agent, and father.
  • Summary: The first episode of ‘Task’ was watched and rated a ‘B’, though it was noted as being very long, over an hour. Mark Ruffalo’s character is exceptionally complex, having been a priest, an FBI agent, and having a child in jail. The co-star, Tom Pelphrey (married to Kaley Cuoco), was also praised for being very good.
Chad Powers Initial Thoughts
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  • Key Takeaway: The first four episodes of ‘Chad Powers’ are very good and funny, despite initial confusion over promotional images showing the lead actor looking unusually ‘ugly’.
  • Summary: The host watched the first four episodes of ‘Chad Powers’ and rated it a solid ‘B’. Initial confusion stemmed from promotional pictures where the lead looked like he had prosthetics on, which made more sense after seeing the show. The show is genuinely funny, and the actor who was in ‘High School Musical’ is hysterical.
Wrapping Up and Next Steps
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts concluded the episode, mentioning they will return on Wednesday and noting one host watched the ‘Score Stacy’ documentary.
  • Summary: The hosts wrapped up the episode, thanking listeners and confirming they will talk again on Wednesday. One host mentioned rewatching the ‘Score Stacy’ documentary on Apple TV with their dad. The other host acknowledged a light week of watching due to travel and baseball.