Jam Session

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Jam Session

Show Notes

This week on Jam Session, Juliet and Amanda cover the arrest of Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office (7:27-). Then they return to the drama of Hilary Duff and Ashley Tisdale’s mom group (14:51) and the seminal works of Mandy Moore. Next, they check in on 'Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette' Episode 4 (28:10). They also discuss the new 'Pride & Prejudice' teaser trailer (32:06) and The Cut’s “I Love My Husband (Who Hates Me)” article (43:37), and they wrap with Feedback and Follow-Up, featuring book talk (49:04).

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