Chicks in the Office

Hilary Duff’s Husband Slams Ashley Tisdale + Nikki Bella Dating 22-Year-Old Eagles Player

January 9, 2026

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  • The hosts opened the episode of "Chicks in the Office" by discussing their relaxed start to January and the concept of "damp January" regarding alcohol consumption. 
  • A significant portion of the early discussion revolved around the NFL playoffs, including debates over MVP candidates and personal scheduling conflicts for major games, particularly for the Bills and Eagles fans. 
  • The hosts immediately dove into the main topic of the episode, confirming that Hilary Duff's husband, Matthew Koma, publicly commented on the rumored falling out with Ashley Tisdale's mom group, seemingly siding against Tisdale. 
  • The hosts and guests played a trivia game, 'Beat Ria & Fran game 202,' where Taylor and Alexa ultimately won with a score of 6-4, despite the hosts feeling particularly defeated over missing the Mandy Moore *Grey's Anatomy* question. 
  • The discussion touched upon the casting news for the live-action *Tangled* movie, with the hosts trying to convince one another to watch the original animated film *Coco* first. 
  • The hosts analyzed the rumored casual dating between Nikki Bella and 22-year-old Eagles player Cooper DeJean, expressing skepticism about the age gap and maturity levels, while also noting Nikki Bella's strong connection to the Eagles fandom. 

Segments

January Reset and Damp January
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(00:00:13)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts are embracing a slow, relaxing start to January, adopting a ‘damp’ approach to drinking rather than strict ‘dry January’.
  • Summary: The hosts noted the relief of slowing down after the busy holiday season to reset in January. They defined ‘damp January’ as not actively seeking alcohol but allowing for a glass of wine if encountered during a nice dinner. This approach is contrasted with the strict abstinence of dry January, which they acknowledge is also beneficial for many.
Planet Fitness New Year Pitch
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(00:02:06)
  • Key Takeaway: Planet Fitness promotes itself as a judgment-free environment offering comprehensive equipment for strength training and cardio at an affordable monthly rate.
  • Summary: Planet Fitness is positioned as a solution for New Year’s fitness resolutions, emphasizing its judgment-free environment. Members have access to plate-loaded strength machines, free weights, cable towers, and cardio equipment. Memberships start at $15 a month at over 2,800 locations, with most clubs open 24 hours.
NFL Playoff Football Talk
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(00:03:37)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts debated MVP candidates, with Drake May being favored by odds despite Matthew Stafford being a popular choice, while one host is focused on the Bills’ playoff game against the Jaguars.
  • Summary: The conversation shifted to the packed weekend of NFL playoff games, noting the transition from heavy football coverage to none. The hosts debated MVP candidates, mentioning Drake May and Matthew Stafford, while one host expressed anxiety over the Bills’ upcoming game in Jacksonville. The other host revealed her Eagles game is scheduled during her nephew’s baptism, forcing her to watch on her phone.
Head Coach vs. Quarterback Hypothetical
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(00:08:01)
  • Key Takeaway: When choosing between being a great head coach (like Matt LaFleur) or a great quarterback (like Joe Burrow), the immediate reaction favored playing quarterback, citing less offseason work and better public perception.
  • Summary: The hypothetical posed was whether one would rather be a great head coach or a great quarterback, using Matt LaFleur/Joe Burrow as examples. The initial consensus leaned toward quarterback, suggesting players can rest more in the offseason compared to coaches who are always working. The discussion also touched upon the appeal of being a young, attractive quarterback like Justin Herbert.
Eagles Playoff Matchup and Rivalry
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(00:12:46)
  • Key Takeaway: The Philadelphia Eagles are set to play the San Francisco 49ers in the playoffs, a matchup characterized by significant fan disdain and rivalry.
  • Summary: The Eagles’ playoff opponent is the San Francisco 49ers, a game expected to be tough due to recent playoff history between the teams. The hosts noted a strong mutual dislike between the Eagles and 49ers fan bases. The Patriots’ first-round opponent is the Chargers, featuring quarterback Justin Herbert.
Noah’s Sports Video Editing Past
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(00:16:47)
  • Key Takeaway: Noah revealed a hidden past creating highly successful, high-view-count New England Patriots and Celtics highlight videos on YouTube under the handle ‘Celtics Patriots man,’ even getting a share from Tom Brady.
  • Summary: Noah disclosed that his editing skills originated from creating fan-made highlight videos for the Patriots and Celtics in high school, a hobby he kept secret. One of his videos from 2012 received over 103,000 views and was shared by Tom Brady himself. These older videos garnered significant views, unlike the current podcast content, due to the use of popular music.
Hillary Duff Husband Slams Ashley Tisdale
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(00:26:23)
  • Key Takeaway: Matthew Koma, Hilary Duff’s husband, confirmed the drama surrounding Ashley Tisdale’s departure from her mom group by calling her ’the most self-obsessed, tone-deaf person on earth’ on Instagram.
  • Summary: Matthew Koma posted an Instagram story that appeared to confirm that Ashley Tisdale was the one excluded from the mom group, not the other way around. This post described Tisdale using harsh terms, leading to public speculation about her behavior. The fallout has caused old interactions involving Tisdale, Hilary Duff, and Mandy Moore to resurface online.
Rapunzel Live-Action Casting News
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(00:41:26)
  • Key Takeaway: Tegan Croft and Milo Manheim have been cast as Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder, respectively, in the live-action adaptation of ‘Tangled,’ a casting choice generally celebrated by fans.
  • Summary: Tegan Croft (21, Australian) will play Rapunzel, and Milo Manheim will play Flynn Ryder in the upcoming ‘Tangled’ live-action film. Manheim was a popular fan-cast choice for Flynn Ryder, especially after his appearance on ‘Dancing with the Stars.’ The hosts expressed excitement for the movie, noting that casting a less established star as Rapunzel avoids the distraction of thinking of a major celebrity.
Animated Movie Discussion
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(00:49:05)
  • Key Takeaway: The speakers identified the animated film featuring a robot and ducks as ‘The Wild Robot,’ which one host found emotionally moving.
  • Summary: The hosts struggled briefly to recall the name of an animated film featuring ducks and a robot, eventually identifying it as ‘The Wild Robot.’ One host admitted to being a ‘puddle’ and sobbing while watching the movie, describing it as beautiful. This led to a comparison with the emotional impact of the movie Coco.
Tangled and Coco Debate
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(00:50:26)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts agreed that the guest would watch the animated film Tangled when they could watch it alone, without pressure from their partner Joe, who prefers watching Traders.
  • Summary: The hosts pressed the guest to watch Tangled due to the upcoming live-action version, but the guest cited logistical issues with agreeing on viewing choices with their partner, Joe. The guest expressed a preference for Joe to watch Traders so they could discuss it as a group of four. They ultimately agreed that Coco would find the guest when the time was right, perhaps during a hotel stay.
Traders Predictions
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(00:52:21)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts predicted Donna Kelce would be a traitor on The Traitors, while also suggesting figures like Stephen Colletti or Michael Rapaport as potential candidates.
  • Summary: The discussion moved to predictions for the cast of The Traitors, with one host strongly believing Donna Kelce would be a traitor due to her experience raising football players. Other potential traitors mentioned included Stephen Colletti and Michael Rapaport, with the consensus being that Rapaport might even ask to be a traitor. The hosts also noted the possibility of Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski being split up by being chosen as traitors.
Nikki Bella and Cooper DeJean Dating
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(00:54:42)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts expressed surprise and mild concern over Nikki Bella dating 22-year-old Eagles player Cooper DeJean, feeling Bella deserves someone more mature.
  • Summary: The hosts reacted to the news of Nikki Bella casually dating Cooper DeJean, initially thinking it might be a joke given Bella’s strong Eagles fandom. They noted the significant age gap (DeJean being 22) and expressed a feeling that Bella deserves someone more mature, contrasting this situation with the public scrutiny of older men dating younger women. A source confirmed the relationship is casual, with Bella focusing on her career and son.
Age Gap Dynamics in Dating
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  • Key Takeaway: The speakers agreed that the perceived difference between dating someone aged 22 versus 25 is drastically different from the gap between 22 and 40, emphasizing the rapid personal growth in one’s early twenties.
  • Summary: The conversation explored the perception of age gaps, noting that 22 feels significantly younger than 25, and even more so compared to someone in their 40s like Tom Brady. The hosts reflected on how much they have changed since their early twenties, suggesting they would struggle to find common ground with someone that age now. This was humorously illustrated by one host’s seven-year-old cousin asking if she was 40.
Beat Ria & Fran Game 202
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(01:06:36)
  • Key Takeaway: Taylor and Alexa won the 202nd installment of the ‘Beat Ria & Fran’ trivia game with a final score of 6-4, securing bragging rights and shirts.
  • Summary: Taylor and Alexa joined the hosts for the first trivia game of the new year, Game 202, which involved 15 questions and a Rotten Tomatoes score prediction tie-breaker. The hosts were particularly upset about missing the question about the actress who played the patient Miranda Bailey hid with during the Grey’s Anatomy shooting episode, which was Mandy Moore. The guests correctly answered the final question about the 90210 reboot pregnancy, sealing their victory.