FluentlyForward
Welcome to FluentlyForward (Fluently Forward) the podcast hosted by Shannon McNamara where we dive into the world of celebrity gossip, blind items, and fun theories. If you're looking for juicy details and inside information on your favorite stars and the scandals they're involved in, then you're in the right place! Each episode, we'll be discussing the latest trending topics in the entertainment industry, from celebrity breakups and makeups to the latest news. But we won't just be regurgitating the same old stories you've heard before - we'll be bringing you speculation, insider information and exclusive details that you won't find anywhere else.
Episodes
July 30, 2025 • 19 mins
How can we fluently FIX celebrities who might not be reaching their full potential? For years, I've had a vision of Demi Lovato using her powerhouse of a voice to get into jazz...along with ideas for a jazz club tour across the country, jazz album with celebrity cameos, and an aesthetic and style change as well!
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July 28, 2025 • 55 mins
In this episode, we dive into the murky world of blackmail by exploring how “honeytraps” (the use of seduction and blackmail as leverage) have been employed by intelligence agencies throughout history. From Cold War spies to political scandals, we go over past honeypot and honeytrap stories, and talk about why many people believe that was what Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell were doing.
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July 23, 2025 • 13 mins
Today we start a new mini series! How can we fluently FIX celebrities who might not be reaching their full potential? For years, I've had a vision of Camila Cabello harnessing her amazing weird energy into her music (paired with a sleek, polished mod style and aesthetic) to have her hit the charts in a Sabrina Carpenter inspired way. Here is my aesthetic and style suggestion for her!
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July 21, 2025 • 91 mins
Why has something as natural as menstruation been shrouded in shame, secrecy, and silence for centuries? In this episode, Alesha from The Bizarre AF joins me as we trace the blood trail through history - from ancient cultures that worshipped the menstrual cycle to the rise of patriarchal systems that demonized and medicalized it. We’ll dive into strange period-related conspiracy theories (including the belief that menstrual blood h...
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July 16, 2025 • 27 mins
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July 14, 2025 • 44 mins
From whispers about Tate McRae’s bodyguard to Heidi Klum’s legitimate relationship romance, and even the iconic story of Princess Diana and her bodyguard, this episode dives deep into the fascinating world of celebrity-bodyguard hookups. Why are stars so often drawn to the people hired to protect them? Are the rumors true, or just tabloid fuel?
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July 9, 2025 • 23 mins
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July 7, 2025 • 55 mins
Ariana Grande might be one of the most paranormally-attuned celebrities of our time! In this episode, we dive into the eerie stories Ariana’s shared about haunted cemeteries, sleep paralysis, and demon encounters… plus the internet’s favorite conspiracy theories about her. What’s with the recurring symbolism in her music videos? And why do some people believe she’s not entirely human?
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July 2, 2025 • 26 mins
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June 30, 2025 • 80 mins
Is Lorde the indie pop enigma we think she is...or something curated behind the scenes? In this deep dive episode, we dig into Lorde: from early industry plant accusations to the internet-breaking Jack Antonoff “affair” PowerPoint, and everything in between.
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June 23, 2025 • 62 mins
This week, we’re diving deep (bathtub level deep!) into Sydney Sweeney. She's Hollywood’s latest bombshell, girl-next-door, and in many different ways, businesswoman? We cover Sydney's rise from a small town to her HBO fame and more, and along the way we cover rumors of her affair with Glen Powell - including tea I've gotten of my own from a few sources on this!
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June 18, 2025 • 23 mins
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June 16, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode, we shine a spotlight on the ever-enigmatic Dakota Johnson. From her Hollywood lineage to her effortlessly dry wit, we unpack the carefully curated mystique behind her "cool girl" persona, and also explore the latest on her recent breakup with Chris Martin from Coldplay.
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June 11, 2025 • 22 mins
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June 10, 2025 • 68 mins
Today my friend Zoe joins me again (her wonderful substack and podcast here) to chat about our thoughts on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2! Let us know your favorite and least favorite characters, thoughts on the plotlines, and how excited you are for this season to "be continued..."
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June 9, 2025 • 42 mins
In this episode, we dive into the world of dolphin conspiracies. From NASA-funded LSD experiments in the 1960s to military operations and telepathic abilities, dolphins have been subjected to various unusual studies and theories. We also explore how dolphins might use pufferfish to get high and the whimsical theory that aliens may have evolved from dolphins. Join us for a fun and wacky exploration into the mysterious lives of these...
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June 5, 2025 • 45 mins
Elon Musk set the internet ablaze with a recent tweet claiming that Donald Trump appears in the Epstein files - so what’s the truth behind it? In this episode, we dig into the tangled web connecting Elon Musk, Jeffrey Epstein, and the powerful names that continue to circle this scandal. We’ll break down the timeline of Elon’s own alleged associations with Epstein, and talk about how he likes to "point the Epstein finger" at people ...
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June 2, 2025 • 54 mins
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the life and legacy of Cassie Ventura - model, singer, style icon, and quiet trailblazer of 2000s minimalism. From the success of "Me & U" to her debut album, we explore her music career, influence, public mystique, and why she remains a muse - even after stepping away from the spotlight.
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May 28, 2025 • 18 mins
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