Chicks in the Office

Lisa Rinna vs Colton Underwood on Traitors, Tell Me Lies Recap + Harry Styles New Song Reaction

January 26, 2026

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  • The hosts dedicated a significant portion of the opening segment to expressing sadness and anger over recent tragic events involving violence in Minneapolis, noting the difficulty of processing such content online. 
  • The hosts reacted positively to Harry Styles' new single 'Aperture' and discussed the intriguing song titles on his upcoming track list, particularly 'Season Two Weight Loss'. 
  • The recap of 'The Traitors' focused heavily on the intense dynamic between Colton Underwood and Lisa Rinna, with the hosts generally agreeing that Rob made the correct strategic move by voting for Lisa despite the personal fallout. 
  • The unexpected romantic pairing of Brie and Wrigley in *Tell Me Lies* was shocking to the hosts, who felt it was a more impactful choice than a random character pairing. 
  • Jackson's performance as the 'diabolical' Steven in *The Traitors* is highly praised for his subtle facial expressions, particularly when gaining new intel on Wrigley. 
  • The hosts gave the latest episode of *Tell Me Lies* an A- and *The Traitors* an A, indicating high engagement with both shows, while also discussing their viewing of *The Beauty* (A-), *Scandal* (A), and *Love Island All-Stars* (B). 

Segments

Weekend Recap and Current Events
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts opened the ‘Chicks in the Office’ episode by addressing the consuming nature of recent national tragedies and the impact of the snowstorm on their recording setup.
  • Summary: The opening segment included sponsor reads for Bumble and Bombas before transitioning to the hosts’ reactions to weekend news, specifically the ongoing civil unrest and violence in Minneapolis. They noted the difficulty of processing graphic videos and the resulting emotional shock to the nervous system. The snowstorm in New York also affected their ability to record together in the office.
Upcoming Episodes and Nostalgia
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts are looking forward to releasing new interviews later in the week, including one that is structurally different from previous episodes.
  • Summary: The conversation briefly touched upon the nostalgia of traditional snow days, noting that remote learning has largely eliminated this childhood experience. They expressed excitement for upcoming interviews, with one scheduled for Wednesday and another for Friday being particularly unique. The hosts also mentioned their upcoming tour date in Minneapolis in April.
Harry Styles New Music Reaction
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  • Key Takeaway: Harry Styles released his new single ‘Aperture’ and the full track list, which includes intriguing titles like ‘Season Two Weight Loss’ and ‘Carla’s Song’.
  • Summary: The hosts analyzed the new Harry Styles single ‘Aperture’ and its accompanying music video, noting its electronic production vibe reminiscent of LCD Soundsystem. They expressed intrigue over several song titles, particularly ‘Season Two Weight Loss,’ speculating it might refer to dropping dead weight in one’s life. One host’s partner, Joe, was converted into a Harry Styles fan after listening to the song ‘She’.
Sundance Sightings and Gossip
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  • Key Takeaway: Donna Kelce and Andrea Swift were photographed together at the Sundance Film Festival, leading to speculation about Donna Kelsey’s extensive travel habits.
  • Summary: Donna Kelce and Andrea Swift were spotted posing together at Sundance, which the hosts found fitting due to their perceived similar ‘good mom energy.’ They also noted Prince Harry and Meghan Markle premiered their produced documentary, ‘Cookie Queens,’ about Girl Scouts selling cookies. The Sundance Film Festival is relocating from Utah to Boulder, Colorado, a move Robert Redford approved before his passing.
Brooks Nader Rumor Debunked
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  • Key Takeaway: Brooks Nader publicly denied rumors, originating from Star Magazine, that she was having a fling with Ben Affleck, confirming they had never met.
  • Summary: The hosts discussed the tabloid rumor linking Brooks Nader and Ben Affleck, which Nader quickly refuted by stating they had never met. They joked that being falsely linked to an A-list actor like Ben Affleck is a sign of professional success in the industry. A recurring point of frustration for one host is Nader’s habit of using other people’s toothbrushes.
‘The Traitors’ Episode Six Recap
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  • Key Takeaway: The consensus on ‘The Traitors’ Season 4 Episode 6 was that Colton Underwood is playing aggressively, but Rob made the correct strategic move by voting out Ron to protect his own game.
  • Summary: The hosts expressed strong dislike for Colton Underwood’s condescending behavior toward Lisa Rinna, despite acknowledging his accusations against traitors are currently accurate. Rob’s decision to vote for Ron was deemed a necessary, albeit risky, move to maintain trust with fellow players Lisa and Candace. The preview for the next episode suggests a major confrontation at the banquet, possibly involving Lisa Rinna’s brooch.
Weekly Watch Report: Tell Me Lies
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  • Key Takeaway: The reveal on ‘Tell Me Lies’ Episode 4 confirmed Wrigley was the person calling Brie, a twist the hosts found shocking given the characters’ established relationships.
  • Summary: One host rated ‘The Traitors’ an A and gave several episodes of ‘30 Rock’ a B, noting the latter’s excellent cameos. The major reveal on ‘Tell Me Lies’ was that Wrigley was behind the calls to Brie, leading to questions about whether the writers planned this connection from the start. The hosts found the Wrigley/Brie pairing shocking but ultimately more satisfying than if the caller had been a random character.
Tell Me Lies Wrigley/Brie Twist
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  • Key Takeaway: Wrigley ending up with Brie, stealing her from Evan, was a shocking development in Tell Me Lies that viewers are questioning the foreshadowing of.
  • Summary: The hosts expressed surprise over Wrigley and Brie’s eventual coupling, noting that some viewers are re-examining the first episode to see if this outcome was planned. They agreed that Wrigley being the one was more shocking and interesting than if it had been a random character. The situation is complicated by the fact that Wrigley has held a torch for Brie for years while she is marrying Evan, who is heartbroken.
Jackson’s Diabolical Traitors Role
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  • Key Takeaway: Jackson’s ability to play the villainous Steven, especially through facial expressions, is highly impressive, as seen when he smirked after gaining more intel on Wrigley’s phone.
  • Summary: Jackson receives high praise for his performance as Steven in The Traitors, noting his ability to switch from being a sweet person in press to a ‘diabolical’ character on the show. A specific moment highlighted was his reaction upon seeing Wrigley’s phone at the wedding, where a slight smirk indicated he acquired damaging new information. The hosts found this character development frustrating because Steven always receives information while nothing seems to happen to him.
Weekly Show Grading and Ratings
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  • Key Takeaway: The latest Tell Me Lies episode earned an A-, The Traitors earned an A, and Scandal maintained an A rating.
  • Summary: The speaker gave the recent Tell Me Lies episode an A-, calling it the best so far this season as the plot picks up speed. Scandal was rated an A, continuing to deliver many twists and turns. The Traitors was graded an A, though the speaker expressed frustration that Colton Underwood remains in the game.
Watching ‘The Beauty’ and Anthony Ramos
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  • Key Takeaway: The transformation scenes in The Beauty are difficult to watch, but Anthony Ramos’s performance as his character is a highlight, particularly his yacht rock singing scene.
  • Summary: The show The Beauty was described as wild, though the transformation sequences are the worst part to watch. The series feels like a Ryan Murphy production and is considered very good, warranting a B rating from one host and an A- from the other. Anthony Ramos’s character is cited as a favorite, especially a scene where he sings yacht rock in the car.
Reviewing The Rip and Tiana Taylor
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  • Key Takeaway: The Netflix movie The Rip is a classic, enjoyable heist film that earned a B- rating, featuring a small but notable appearance by Tiana Taylor.
  • Summary: The Rip was characterized as a classic heist movie with good twists and characters, making it easy to digest due to its short runtime, earning a B- rating. Tiana Taylor is noted for being in everything recently, including a small role in this film. The hosts also briefly mentioned being confused by the SNL performance of the band Geese.
Love Island All-Stars Update
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  • Key Takeaway: A female contestant on Love Island All-Stars made an unprecedented move by eliminating the boy she was coupled with, earning high praise from the hosts.
  • Summary: The Love Island All-Stars season is interesting, and the hosts are one episode behind on Peacock. A major highlight was an elimination where a girl, despite being coupled up, sent home the boy she had been talking to the entire time, which the hosts found incredible. The season features returning contestants like Curtis and Lucinda, and the overall cast of guys was deemed weak.
Goodwipes Advertisement Read
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  • Key Takeaway: Goodwipes are flushable, made with plant-based fibers, safe for sensitive skin, and listeners can get their first pack free by texting a receipt to goodwipes.com/C-I-T-O.
  • Summary: The advertisement promotes Goodwipes as a cleansing alternative to dry toilet paper, emphasizing they are flushable and made with gentle, plant-based fibers suitable for sensitive skin. Listeners can receive their first pack for free by purchasing any package in-store, texting the receipt, and visiting goodwipes.com/C-I-T-O for details.