Chicks in the Office

The Traitors: Colton & Michael Face Off + Amanda Seyfried Says Channing Tatum Peed on Her

January 19, 2026

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  • The hosts expressed deep sympathy for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills following their playoff loss, which also cost a colleague nearly $30,000 on a DraftKings bet. 
  • The hosts discussed the polarizing nature of A$AP Rocky's new album, *Don't Be Dumb*, noting that it features a new punk-rap sound that was not universally appealing to them. 
  • Amanda Seyfried revealed that Channing Tatum urinated on her leg while filming *Dear John*, an anecdote the hosts deemed an unnecessary and disgusting overstep in on-set pranking. 
  • Ben Affleck and Matt Damon were so unprepared for their *Good Will Hunting* Oscar win that they didn't prepare a speech, which the hosts found charmingly authentic compared to modern award show habits. 
  • The hosts strongly disliked Michael Rappaport's inappropriate comments toward Colton Underwood during *The Traitors* roundtable, leading to the consensus that Rappaport's exit from the show was warranted. 
  • The hosts are highly invested in *The Traitors*, giving it an A- grade, but are frustrated that the show is moving to only one episode per week after providing two episodes in the recent installment. 
  • The hosts concluded their 'Weekly Watch Report' segment, giving a specific show a B- rating, noting that the volume of content watched was reduced due to football and multiple episodes of shows like 'The Traitors'. 
  • The hosts wrapped up the episode of 'Chicks in the Office', reminding listeners about the ongoing tour ticket sales and promising to talk again on Wednesday. 
  • The episode concluded with an outro jingle promoting the podcast's success and popularity. 

Segments

Podcast Introduction and Sponsor Read
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(00:00:00)
  • Key Takeaway: Microsoft 365 Copilot is promoted as an AI assistant integrated into Microsoft 365 apps to enhance work organization and productivity.
  • Summary: The episode opens by directing listeners to platforms where they can find Chicks in the Office. The segment immediately transitions into an advertisement for Microsoft 365 Copilot, highlighting its utility in drafting, analyzing, and summarizing tasks within Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Bills Coach Firing Reaction
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  • Key Takeaway: The Buffalo Bills fired coach Sean McDermott after nine seasons, marking a necessary shakeup following repeated playoff disappointments.
  • Summary: The hosts react to the news of Sean McDermott’s firing after nine seasons with the Bills. They acknowledge that while the decision is sad, a change was necessary given the team’s consistent inability to advance past the playoffs.
Josh Allen and Betting Loss
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  • Key Takeaway: A colleague lost a potential $28,000 DraftKings payout because the Bills failed to win their recent game, compounding the emotional toll on the Bills fanbase.
  • Summary: The hosts detail how a colleague, Matt, who won a $10,000 free bet from DraftKings, lost nearly $30,000 because the Bills lost their game, despite one of his parlay legs hitting. The emotional impact on the Bills fan (Fran) and the visible distress of quarterback Josh Allen are emphasized.
Playoff Game Reactions
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(00:07:39)
  • Key Takeaway: The Bears’ spectacular touchdown play was overshadowed by their subsequent loss, and the Rams/Seahawks matchup lacked excitement compared to other weekend games.
  • Summary: The hosts reflect on the excitement of the Bears’ incredible touchdown play, which was ultimately negated by the loss in overtime, leading to disappointment for Chicago fans. They express less enthusiasm for the Rams versus Seahawks divisional game, though they root for Sam Darnold and the Seahawks.
Bo Nix Injury and Name Commentary
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(00:11:40)
  • Key Takeaway: Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix fractured his ankle requiring surgery, prompting commentary that his name, Bo Chapman Nix, destined him for quarterback stardom.
  • Summary: The hosts note the unfortunate news of Bo Nix’s ankle fracture and subsequent surgery. They humorously conclude that his full name, Bo Chapman Nix, sounds like a name preordained for a quarterback, comparing his look to Chad Powers.
Bills Catch Controversy
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(00:12:42)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts firmly stand by the belief that a controversial play involving the Bills should have been ruled a catch, citing a similar play later ruled a catch as evidence.
  • Summary: The hosts reiterate their support for the Buffalo Bills’ side of a controversial catch ruling, pointing out that an identical play occurred later and was correctly called a catch, fueling their frustration.
Weekend Activities Recap
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  • Key Takeaway: One host spent a snowy weekend shopping at Woodbury Commons while being unknowingly filmed for TikToks by other shoppers, while the other stayed cozy at home.
  • Summary: One host recounts a snowy Saturday trip to Woodbury Commons where she slipped in sneakers, noting the irony of later seeing herself in multiple TikTok videos made by other shoppers. The other host admits to a very cozy weekend spent mostly on the couch, enjoying a highly recommended tune from SP in New York City.
Upcoming Show Topics Preview
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(00:24:15)
  • Key Takeaway: Upcoming segments will cover A$AP Rocky’s new album, Amanda Seyfried’s story about Channing Tatum, a Ben Affleck/Lisa Barlow interaction, and recaps of The Traitors and Weekly Watch Report.
  • Summary: The hosts transition to the main content, previewing discussions on A$AP Rocky’s new music and SNL performance. They also tease the story about Amanda Seyfried and Channing Tatum, the Ben Affleck/Lisa Barlow confusion, and the scheduled recaps for reality TV shows.
A$AP Rocky Album Review
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  • Key Takeaway: A$AP Rocky’s new album, Don’t Be Dumb, is considered his least favorite by the hosts, featuring experimental instrumentals described as sounding like a ‘video game waiting room.’
  • Summary: The hosts share their lukewarm reception to A$AP Rocky’s first album in six years, noting that only a few tracks were enjoyable. They specifically mention the song ‘Punk Rocky’ and the general sound being too experimental, contrasting it with his earlier successful albums like Long Live ASAP.
Drake vs. A$AP Rocky Beef
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(00:27:53)
  • Key Takeaway: The ongoing rap feud between A$AP Rocky and Drake centers on A$AP Rocky claiming Drake stole his flow and his relationship with Rihanna, though the hosts feel A$AP Rocky is losing the lyrical battle.
  • Summary: The discussion touches on A$AP Rocky’s lyrics referencing Drake and Rihanna, specifically the line about ‘stealing his bitch.’ The hosts believe Drake has musically outperformed A$AP Rocky and that the beef is largely fueled by Drake’s past connection to Rihanna.
Amanda Seyfried/Channing Tatum Story
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(00:40:26)
  • Key Takeaway: Amanda Seyfried revealed that Channing Tatum pranked her by urinating on her leg during the filming of Dear John, a prank the hosts strongly condemned as crossing a line.
  • Summary: Amanda Seyfried shared that Channing Tatum once peed on her leg as a prank while they were filming, noting that she saved a makeup artist from drinking the contaminated coffee nearby. The hosts agreed that any excretion, regardless of the perpetrator’s attractiveness, is unacceptable in a prank war.
Ben Affleck/Lisa Barlow News
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  • Key Takeaway: Ben Affleck genuinely did not remember meeting Lisa Barlow at Sundance, leading to a humorous exchange where Barlow later commented to jog his memory about their interactions.
  • Summary: During press for his movie The Rip, Ben Affleck stated he did not know Lisa Barlow when asked about her. Barlow responded by listing events she attended with him, reinforcing her reputation for living in a self-created reality, which the hosts find entertaining.
Ben Affleck/Matt Damon Oscar Speech
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  • Key Takeaway: Ben Affleck and Matt Damon did not prepare an acceptance speech for Good Will Hunting because they genuinely believed they had no chance of winning.
  • Summary: Matt Damon initially pushed Ben Affleck forward to accept the award because Damon refused to go up. Affleck ended up thanking the city of Boston three times, realizing later how unprepared he was. The hosts contrasted this with modern celebrities like Alex Cooper, who plan speeches in case of a win.
Affleck/Damon Filmography Comparison
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(00:53:48)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts prefer The Town over The Departed for rewatchability, despite acknowledging The Departed as a long-time favorite.
  • Summary: The hosts debated whether The Town or The Departed is the better film, with one host noting The Town is shorter and more digestible. The Departed was cited as a former favorite movie for one host when they were younger. Ben Affleck’s skill as a director for The Town was also highlighted.
Affleck and Damon Press Tour
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(00:55:45)
  • Key Takeaway: Ben Affleck and Matt Damon maintain a loving, dynamic friendship evident in their current press tour, which includes promoting a Netflix deal incentivizing crew bonuses based on film performance.
  • Summary: The duo’s genuine affection and inside jokes are apparent during their press appearances, such as joking about Matt Damon getting ‘jacked up’ for The Odyssey. Ben Affleck was reportedly one of the few celebrities allowed on The Odyssey set by Christopher Nolan. Their Netflix deal reportedly includes performance-based bonuses for hundreds of crew members.
The Traitors Episodes 4 & 5 Reaction
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts were delighted by the surprise release of two The Traitors episodes (4 and 5) but are annoyed that future episodes will revert to a single weekly release.
  • Summary: The hosts enjoyed the challenges this season more than in past seasons, noting they now better influence who is targeted for banishment. They found the challenge requiring contestants to scream a name while throwing a fiery steak unintentionally hilarious. The hosts are now bracing for the disappointment of returning to only one episode per week.
Colton vs. Michael Rappaport Roundtable
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  • Key Takeaway: Michael Rappaport’s inappropriate comments during the roundtable discussion irrevocably shifted the group’s focus to removing him, regardless of his status as a Faithful or Traitor.
  • Summary: The discourse following the roundtable focused on Rappaport’s unacceptable comments, which made others uncomfortable and unified the group against him. Johnny Weir appropriately checked on Colton Underwood before immediately pivoting to strategizing Colton’s removal as a Traitor due to his poor gameplay. Colton is criticized for aggressively naming names without evidence, such as falsely accusing Tiffany.
Colton’s Background and Tiffany’s Apology
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  • Key Takeaway: Colton Underwood’s past admitted behavior, including stalking his ex-girlfriend Cassie, is being widely discussed on social media, contrasting with the unawareness of some The Traitors cast members like Dorinda.
  • Summary: Demi created a video reminding viewers of Colton’s admitted past actions, including putting a tracker on Cassie’s car. While Dorinda was shocked to learn Colton went on The Bachelor as a heterosexual, the hosts believe two things can be true: Rappaport’s comment was uncalled for, but Colton has a problematic background that should not be ignored. Tiffany confirmed that Eric apologized for wrongly accusing her, but Colton has remained silent.
Rob’s Popularity and Shield Speculation
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  • Key Takeaway: Rob’s physical attractiveness is blinding other The Traitors contestants and viewers to his actual gameplay, and the hosts speculate he took a shield.
  • Summary: Rob gained Eric’s trust by correctly defining ‘commiseration’ during a debate with Michael Rappaport. The hosts believe contestants are so focused on Rob’s looks that they overlook his actions, making it easier for the Traitors to target Colton. The hosts are rooting for both Rob and Maura to win the season.
Weekly Watch Report Grades
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(01:22:32)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts assigned grades to various shows, rating The Traitors an A, Tell Me Lies an A- (later B+), and Southern Charm a C.
  • Summary: The host gave The Traitors a solid A, while Tell Me Lies received an A- (later adjusted to B+) because the main character Steven is so hateable. Southern Charm received a C, with the host feeling Sally jumped too fast into a relationship with Craig based on mixed signals. The Pit earned an A- despite one episode featuring repulsive footage of maggots under an old cast.
Love Island Australia Discussion
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts are watching Love Island Australia All-Stars, noting that the female cast members are significantly more compelling than the male contestants, particularly due to age gaps.
  • Summary: One host is captivated by a female contestant with unusually large breasts, making it hard to focus elsewhere. The hosts feel the male cast is weak, featuring too many recent or very young contestants, which creates poor compatibility with older, more mature female stars like Millie. The return of Scott, who immediately stirs drama, was noted as a turnoff.
Final Show Ratings
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  • Key Takeaway: A specific, unnamed show featuring Kieran Shipka received a B- rating from the hosts.
  • Summary: The hosts concluded their review of watched content, assigning one program a B- grade. They noted that the volume of content reviewed was light this week due to competing sports coverage and the structure of multi-episode series like ‘The Traitors’. The mention of Kieran Shipka suggests her role in the rated program was relatively small.
Episode Wrap-up and Reminders
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts officially concluded the episode of ‘Chicks in the Office’ and directed listeners to purchase tour tickets via links provided in descriptions.
  • Summary: This segment marked the official sign-off for the current episode of ‘Chicks in the Office’. Listeners were reminded that tour tickets are currently on sale, with links available across their social media platforms and in the episode description. The hosts confirmed the next episode would be released on Wednesday.
Podcast Outro Jingle
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  • Key Takeaway: The closing jingle emphasizes the podcast’s success, financial gains, and high regard within the industry.
  • Summary: The closing segment featured a promotional jingle highlighting the hosts’ success in recording the podcast and generating revenue. The lyrics suggest the show is highly respected, implying that other industry figures aspire to collaborate with them.