Chicks in the Office

Harry Styles New Music? + Hailey Bieber Denies 'Abuse' From Justin Bieber

January 14, 2026

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  • The hosts of Chicks in the Office announced the second leg of their 'Best Show on Earth Tour' with dates spanning March and April in cities including Charlotte, Seattle, and Boston. 
  • The hosts spent a significant portion of the opening discussing actor Sean Penn's chain-smoking habits at the Golden Globes, contrasting his appearance with peers like George Clooney. 
  • Rumors surfaced that Harry Styles is potentially teasing new music and has landed a second, exclusive residency at Madison Square Garden starting in 2026, according to a Page Six report. 
  • Meghan Trainor addressed the ongoing drama involving a celebrity mom group, stating she is not involved, while the hosts noted the drama continues to generate viral attention. 
  • The hosts announced the launch of a new monthly book club, featuring Kelly Keegs and Gia, with the first book selection being 'Heart the Lover' by Jennifer Weiner, releasing episodes twice a month on Thursdays. 
  • The PopCorner segment featured listener voicemails discussing non-pop culture topics like dentist habits, the ongoing persona of KJ Apa's 'Mr. Fantasy,' and debates over whether the 'Wicked' franchise should continue or if 'The Wizard of Oz' should be remade. 
  • The speakers strongly advocate for casting an unknown actor as Dorothy in a potential production to capitalize on the public's craving for new faces, believing it would catapult a career. 
  • The hosts expressed fatigue with seeing the same actors repeatedly cast in roles, citing McKenna Grace as an example of an actress frequently chosen for young roles. 
  • The segment concluded with a promotion for the upcoming book club announcement with Kelly Keegs & Gia, scheduled to start on Thursday, January 29th, featuring the book 'Heart the Lover'. 

Segments

Podcast Intro and Housekeeping
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(00:00:00)
  • Key Takeaway: The Chicks in the Office episode begins by directing listeners to various platforms for accessing the show, including ad-free listening for Prime members on Amazon Music.
  • Summary: Listeners are informed that every episode of Chicks in the Office is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Prime members can access the show ad-free via Amazon Music. The hosts briefly mention the return of the show Tell Me Lies and an upcoming interview with Spencer House.
Spring Tour Announcement
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts announced the second leg of their ‘Best Show on Earth Tour,’ with tickets going on sale Friday at noon Eastern time.
  • Summary: The tour includes stops in Charlotte (March 3rd), Seattle (March 12th), San Diego (March 14th), Dallas (March 25th), Boston (March 31st), and Minneapolis (April 9th). One host expressed a desire for a ‘Charlotte redo’ due to having the flu during a previous performance there. The announcement was made the previous night on social media.
Podcast Length Debate
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts defended the long format of their episodes, asserting that listeners appreciate the extensive content and can utilize timestamps to skip sections.
  • Summary: One listener complained about the length, suggesting oversaturation, but the hosts countered that longer episodes mean more content and that time codes allow listeners to navigate topics easily. They compared the complaint to those who argue music albums are too long, stating they will not stop talking when they have things to say.
Sean Penn Golden Globes Discussion
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  • Key Takeaway: Sean Penn’s chain-smoking at the Golden Globes prompted a lengthy critique of his appearance, with the hosts noting he looks significantly older than his actual age of 65.
  • Summary: The hosts observed Sean Penn smoking indoors at the Golden Globes and later referenced his heavy smoking during the Charlie Sheen documentary. They concluded that smoking is detrimental to appearance, contrasting him with George Clooney (age 64) and noting Penn’s history as an activist, including interviewing El Chapo.
Harry Styles Residency Rumors
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(00:28:25)
  • Key Takeaway: Page Six exclusively reported that Harry Styles secured a second 15-night residency at Madison Square Garden for 2026, coinciding with rumors of new music.
  • Summary: The potential residency would follow his historic 2022 run, which earned him a permanent banner alongside Elton John and Billy Joel at MSG. The hosts noted that posters and videos teasing new music support the likelihood of a return to the stage. One host admitted they did not love Harry Styles’ Harry’s House album.
Scooter Braun and Sydney Sweeney
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  • Key Takeaway: Scooter Braun is allegedly upset that athletes are messaging Sydney Sweeney, and he reportedly dislikes her need for independence and ‘me time’ while preferring constant togetherness.
  • Summary: The report, sourced from The Sun, claims Braun feels disrespected by the DMs, even though Sweeney ignores and blocks the senders. The hosts criticized Braun’s alleged desire to control Sweeney’s independence, calling his behavior a red flag. They also noted that many athletes might not realize she is dating Braun.
Hailey Bieber Denies Reposting
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  • Key Takeaway: Hailey Bieber publicly denied reposting a TikTok video that claimed she tolerates abuse from Justin Bieber in exchange for relationship benefits, calling out bored internet users.
  • Summary: The video in question alleged that Hailey Bieber is the prime example of a woman tolerating mediocrity and emotional labor for a relationship. Hailey addressed the situation on her story, stating she did not repost the video, which subsequently brought more attention to the original claims.
Meghan Trainor Drama Clarification
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  • Key Takeaway: Meghan Trainor used viral TikTok trends to address rumors about her involvement in the mom group drama involving Ashley Tisdale, while insisting she is not involved.
  • Summary: The hosts observed that Trainor’s use of trends, including one specifically referencing the drama, caused commenters to believe she was playing into the situation. The ongoing drama involves several celebrities like Hillary Duff and Ashley Tisdale, with the involvement of Duff’s husband being noted as tacky.
Meghan Trainer Mom Drama
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(00:49:47)
  • Key Takeaway: Meghan Trainor uses viral trends to deny involvement in the celebrity mom group drama.
  • Summary: Meghan Trainor is using viral trends to address the drama without explicitly detailing her involvement, only stating she is not really involved. The drama continues to be widely shared and discussed, with paparazzi following the involved celebrities like Hilary Duff and Ashley Tisdale. The hosts also noted disappointment regarding Hilary Duff’s husband’s involvement in attacking another woman.
Book Club Announcement Details
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  • Key Takeaway: Chicks in the Office is launching a monthly book club with Kelly Keegs and Gia.
  • Summary: The new monthly book club will release two episodes per month on Thursdays, starting late in January, and will be available on the Chicks in the Office YouTube channel and other podcast platforms. The first book selected is ‘Heart the Lover,’ which was highly recommended by listeners, and the hosts plan to release a worksheet for listeners to follow along. The group will also include a segment to discuss other books listeners are reading.
Dentist Eye Habits Voicemail
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(01:05:53)
  • Key Takeaway: Listeners are divided on whether to keep eyes open or closed during dental procedures.
  • Summary: The first PopCorner voicemail addressed the dilemma of keeping eyes open versus closed at the dentist, with some hosts preferring to keep them open to see what is happening. Modern dentists often alleviate this issue with TVs mounted on the ceiling or by providing sunglasses. One host mentioned closing their eyes to avoid seeing sharp tools, while others found it easier to get through the procedure with eyes open.
Mr. Fantasy Persona Discussion
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(01:12:24)
  • Key Takeaway: ‘Mr. Fantasy’ is confirmed to be KJ Apa, who maintains the persona for music promotion.
  • Summary: Listeners inquired about the identity of ‘Mr. Fantasy,’ confirming it is KJ Apa, who has created a distinct alter ego for his music career, including releasing songs like ‘Catapult.’ The hosts noted that Mr. Fantasy has nearly 400,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, suggesting the persona is successful. They speculated that the persona allows Apa to be unburdened by his traditional good looks, similar to actors using heavy makeup for roles.
Taylor Frankie Paul Bachelorette Future
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(01:20:25)
  • Key Takeaway: Taylor Frankie Paul’s status as Bachelorette lead likely grants her exceptions to standard show rules, like phone usage.
  • Summary: The hosts believe that because Taylor Frankie Paul is a major draw for the franchise, Bachelor Production will likely allow her to keep her phone, despite the usual rule against it for contestants. They noted that past leads, like Maria Georgas, were deterred by the no-phone rule, suggesting Taylor’s situation is an exception. The discussion also touched on Whitney’s role in the ‘Mormon Wives’ group, suggesting her fame increased after ‘Dancing with the Stars.’
Wicked Franchise Continuation Debate
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(01:29:25)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts unanimously agree that the ‘Wicked’ franchise should not continue beyond the announced two movies.
  • Summary: The consensus among the hosts is that extending the ‘Wicked’ story would feel like a transparent money grab, especially since splitting the original narrative into two parts already drew criticism. They noted that the original story concludes satisfactorily, and further expansion would likely involve adapting the numerous continuation books by Gregory Maguire, which might alienate fans. The hosts suggested that if any expansion were to happen, keeping an eye on theme park developments, like at Universal, could indicate future plans.
Casting Dorothy Unknowns
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(01:36:50)
  • Key Takeaway: Casting an unknown actor as Dorothy is favored to maximize career catapulting potential and satisfy the public’s desire for new faces.
  • Summary: The speakers believe casting an unknown for the iconic role of Dorothy would be beneficial because the public craves new faces, which intensifies obsession with actors. Giving the role to someone new would make sense as it could launch their career, especially when surrounded by established actors. They feel tired of seeing the same faces repeatedly in roles.
McKenna Grace Overuse
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(01:37:46)
  • Key Takeaway: There is a perceived over-reliance on actress McKenna Grace for nearly every young role, despite the existence of many other deserving actors.
  • Summary: McKenna Grace is frequently cast in every young role, leading the hosts to question if other actors are being considered. The speaker likes McKenna Grace and is excited to see her in the upcoming Hunger Games film, noting she will finally be playing an older character. Many fantastic actors and actresses deserve a shot at these roles.
Madame Horrible Trend
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(01:38:02)
  • Key Takeaway: One host admitted being late to participating in the ‘Madame Horrible Wicked Women’ trend, which involved Milo Manheim’s specific sound flip.
  • Summary: A host confessed to being significantly late to adopting the ‘Madame Horrible Wicked Women’ trend on social media. They referenced Milo Manheim’s specific execution of the sound, where he flipped the phrase ‘Milo Manheim’ into ‘Wicked Wish.’ The sound itself is considered hilarious, even if the host was behind on the trend.
Pop Corner Wrap Up
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  • Key Takeaway: The Pop Corner segment concluded, encouraging listeners to continue submitting voicemails, and confirmed the book club launch date.
  • Summary: Listeners are urged to keep calling in with questions, hot takes, and opinions for the Pop Corner segment. The book club announcement with Kelly Keegs and Gia will have more details posted on the Chicks in the Office Instagram. The first book club episode is scheduled for Thursday, January 29th, focusing on the book ‘Heart the Lover’.
Sponsor Ad: Wonder
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  • Key Takeaway: Wonder is promoted as a solution for mealtime indecision, allowing users to mix and match dishes from various chefs in one order.
  • Summary: Wonder addresses the difficulty of agreeing on food orders by offering access to hundreds of freshly prepared dishes from renowned chefs delivered together. Users can order diverse options, from poke to pizza, eliminating compromise in meal selection. New customers can use code Wonder50P for 50% off their first two orders.
Sponsor Ad: My Mochi Ice Cream
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  • Key Takeaway: My Mochi Ice Cream is recommended as a cozy winter treat, featuring premium ice cream wrapped in soft, chewy dough at only 70 calories per piece.
  • Summary: My Mochi Ice Cream consists of premium ice cream scoops encased in soft dough, offering flavors like strawberry and mango. The texture is described as creamy inside and chewy outside, making it a perfect snack for cold weather. Each piece contains only 70 calories.