The Ashlee and Jessicast
Episodes
170. Hilary Duff Part 3: Metamorphosis
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine this: you're one of the most famous teenagers the world over. Your hormones are raging, you're dealing with peer pressure from friends...
169. Hilary Duff Part 2: Movie Star & Momager
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Saddle up everyone… this episode covers a LOT! We’re getting into all the tea on Cadet Kelly, Agent Cody Banks, and The Lizzie McGuire Movie today...
168. Hilary Duff Part 1: Lizzie McGuire
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday your life was duller... now everything is technicolor because today is finally the day my Hilary Duff series premieres!!! Today we start wit...
167. Sadie & Jude & Sienna & Balthazar
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for a hologram to stumble into your apartment because we are talking about some long lost love today! What better way to usher in the month ...
166. The Remarkable Relevance of Stranger Things
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Since 2016, Stranger Things has permeated pop culture in an outstanding way, and this week it reached critical mass. The emotionally resonant series f...
165. What Makes "The Family Stone" A Modern Holiday Classic?
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I welcome back my favorite person to breakdown movies in a very detailed manner with, Gina! We deep dive into the characters of The Family Stone...
164. The Most Unforgettable Moments of 2005
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Instead of counting down my favorite moments of 2025... I did what any reasonable millennial would do and instead I picked a few of my favorites from...
163. Lyrical Analysis of Savage & Reckoning by Jessica Simpson
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I'm BAAAAACKKKK finally here to finish my lyrical analysis of Jessica Simpson's bombshell comeback album, Nashville Canyon. Get down on your ...
162. Swiftie Showgirls Review The Life of A Showgirl, Babe ✨
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wouldn't have it any other way! Today, one of my first ever guests on this podcast Kat (@kattkelly on TikTok) returns to discuss the new polarizin...
161. Lyrical Analysis of "Fade" by Jessica Simpson
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen, I really wanted to do the whole rest of the absolutely phenomenal EP Nashville Canyon: Part 2 by our very own Jessica Simpson this week, but F...
160. Jessica Simpson's "Nashville Canyon: Part 2"
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On September 5th, Jessica Simpson released her second EP this year, Nashville Canyon: Part 2, marking the continuation of her triumphant return to the...
159. Breaking Down Ashlee's Setlist & Backstage with Jessica in Nashville
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we continue the coverage of Ashlee Simpson's incredible Las Vegas residency by breaking down the setlist song by song. Derrik danced on stag...
158. ALL the Behind the Scenes TEA on Ashlee Simpson in Vegas ft. Derrik & Jackie
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Part 1 of our detailed review of everything that happened during our weekend seeing the one, the only ASHLEE SIMPSON ROSS!!!! In Part 1, my guests and...
157. ASHLEE SIMPSON LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is just me giving my initial thoughts & musings on Ashlee Simpson's debut in her Vegas Residency this past weekend. This i...
156. Is Ashlee Simpson's song "Nothing New" About Jessica?
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's ASHLEE WEEK OMG!!!! So I thought lets do something i haven't done yet... a lyrical analysis of Ashlee Simpson's Nothing New off her i...
155. From Freaky to Freakier Friday
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am doing an oral history of the 2003 Freaky Friday and it's 2025 counterpart, Freakier Friday! Learn all the iconic tea from the makin...
154. What Makes Freaky Friday (2003) SO Damn Good?
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the FREAKIEST week of the year! Freakier Friday is out on Friday so I decided it was time to go back to the 2003 film and break down exactly ...
153. Our Experience Front Row & Backstage With Jessica Simpson
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On July 23rd, Derrik & I were welcomed to the Today Show by Jessica and her team at the Jessica Simpson Collection!! We saw her soundcheck & l...
152. Aaliyah Part 9: Miss You
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I present the conclusion to my Aaliyah series! I discuss her posthumous music and collabs, the concept of legacy and how to craft an icon after ...
151. Aaliyah Pt. 8: Impact on the Black Community
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm so excited to welcome my guest Tonica, who is the owner of the longest running fan pages in history: Aaliyah Unleashed (@aaliyahunleashe...
150. Aaliyah Part 7: Farewell, Baby Girl
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We begin today's episode by going track-by-track through the latter half of Aaliyah's self-titled album and thank the lawd for that because th...
149. Aaliyah Part 6: Self-Titled
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today begins our deep dive into Aaliyah's third album, Aaliyah. Baby Girl once again wanted to walk down a new road with her music, refusing to st...
148. Aaliyah Part 5: Try Again
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to dust yourself off!!!! Get your ass up and try again ... and let today's episode be your soundtrack! Today we discuss Aaliyah'...
147. Ashlee Is Playing Vegas!! + More Q&A
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unfortunately chaos struck my life this week and I had no time to work on the episode I had planned, but I had plenty of questions left over from last...
146. ASHLEE SIMPSON IS BACK TO MUSIC KIKI & Q&A
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I can't stop crying. We did it kids!!! Of course I had to talk about Ashlee's return to the music industry and Taylor owning her masters but a...
145. My Top 10 Newlyweds Moments
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My voice did not fully come back in time for recording so I am unlocking a highly requested Patreon episode today all about Newlyweds. Don't forget to...
144. Aaliyah Part 4: The Actress
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we dive into Aaliyah's acting career which began in the y2k wire fu Romeo & Juliet-inspired totally insane movie Romeo Must Die.PATREON ...
143. Growing Up With Britney Spears
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have a listener request on Miss Britney Jean Spears! I was asked by a Gen Z listener what it was like to grow up with Britney and experie...
142. Aaliyah Part 3: Iconic
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's installment of my Aaliyah series is so much fun because we get to discuss a bunch of projects that in my opinion really cemented Aaliy...
141. Aaliyah Part 2: One In A Million
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Now this is where things get good!!! Aaliyah's second album, One In A Million, changed music forever when she took a risk on a new writing/produci...
140. Aaliyah Part 1
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
And here it is... my new series is on the gone too soon princess of r&b, Aaliyah! In Part 1, we discuss first and foremost why Aaliyah was so spec...
139. The Perils & Pleasures of Planet Hollywood
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me down a sparkling rabbit hole of classic tinseltown ambition, brilliance, greed, and foolishness as we look back at the bizarre history of Plan...
138. Nashville Canyon, Track-By-Track ft. Derrik & Amanda
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know I had to keep the Nashville Canyon party going this week... this IS The Ashlee and Jessicast afterall! I welcome back two of Jessica Simpson&...
137. Jessica Simpson's Nashville Canyon Part 1
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JESSICA SIMPSON IS BACK!!!! Join me to revel in, review, and break down Jessica's first record since 2008... Nashville Canyon: Part 1.PATREON Subs...
136. Jessica Simpson Returns to the Stage + Q&A
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode begins with some thoughts on Jessica Simpson's magical independent return to the stage this week and then I answer some of you...
135. Drew Barrymore: Relationship History (Part 2)
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's finish up Drew Barrymore's illustrious dating history! We are landing in the early 2000s today, when Drew moved on from her marriage to ...
134. Drew Barrymore: Relationship History (Part 1)
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Finishing out love month with lover girl Drew Barrymore who has had an ILLUSTRIOUS dating/marriage history if I've ever seen one! Today we will go thr...
133. The Love Story of Sarah Michelle Gellar & Freddie Prinze Jr
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Love month continues with a couple that actually stayed together - Sarah Michelle Gellar & Freddie Prinze, Jr. This highly requested couple has be...
132. Reese & Ryan Part 2: Scandals & Divorce
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today i'm finishing out this lil mini series on iconic y2k era couple, Reese Witherspoon & Ryan Phillippe. It all seemed so perfect until it w...
131. Reese and Ryan Part 1: Cruel Intentions
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's Love Month here at the Ashlee and Jessicast so why not deep dive into a couple that's been divorced almost 20 years? I love romance! This...
130. Ashlee: New Female Artist of the Year (2004) ft. Jesse Chambliss
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back to The Ashlee Simpson Show this week! Join Lia and return guest Jesse Chambliss of Jesse's Girls to discuss Season 2, Episode 5 &qu...
129. Interview with Ryan Cabrera!!!!
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today Lia is joined by singer/songwriter/guitarist/tv star RYAN CABRERA!!!! Of course, we all came to know Ryan back in 2004 when he released his debu...
128. Macaulay Culkin Part 4: Freedom
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the conclusion of my series on Macaulay Culkin!! Today we are covering Mack leaving showbiz, his parents' custody battle, teen years ou...
127. Macaulay Culkin Part 3: Power & Control
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From 1988-1994, Macaulay was one of the hardest working and highest paid actors in Hollywood. Raking in money and breaking records that compared to hi...
126. Macaulay Culkin Part 2: Michael Jackson
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are continuing the remarkable life story of Macaulay Culkin by chronicling one of the most unique friendships in all of showbiz. In 1991, Mic...
125. Macaulay Culkin Part 1: Home Alone
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Ashlee and Jessicast we start a new series on one of the most iconic and recognizable child stars, Macaulay Culkin. In Part 1, I deep div...
124. Ashlee Backs Up Her Vocals ft. Michael Cadoch
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are back to discussing the ICONIC reality television program The Ashlee Simpson Show and I am so excited to welcome back Michael Cadoch of Pl...
123. Newlyweds: Jess Gets a Root Canal ft. Mary of When They Popped
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's tiiiiiiime! We are back to reviewing Newlyweds and I regret to inform you that queen Jessica Simpson and this guy she married Nick Lachey are in ...
122. Theatre Nerds Dissect Playing With Fire by JC Chasez
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the podcast I welcome fellow musical theatre kid, JC obsessed fan, and insightful queen River (@thereelriver) to talk every detail of JC Chas...
121. A Lot Like Love (2005)
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today my BBFFAE Gina has returned to dive into one of our favorite early 2000's movies, A Lot Like Love, starring Ashton Kutcher and. Join us to remem...
120. The Messy Love Life of Julia Roberts
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are discussing the iconic permanent A-Lister Julia Fiona Roberts and her storied dating life. Let's time travel through her relationships...
119. The REAL Tea on Jonathan Taylor Thomas
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we go back to the 90s to look closer at one of its biggest stars, Jonathan Taylor Thomas. Jonathan rose to fast fame with iconic roles in TV'...
118. Decoding Lindsay Lohan's Infamous List (Part 2)
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, join me to dissect the rest of the names on Lindsay Lohan's infamous leaked list. Be sure to check out Part 1 for a full p...
117. Decoding Lindsay Lohan's Infamous List (Part 1)
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Travel back in time with me to the early 2000's as I give you all the tea on a list that was leaked to the public in 2014, allegedly composed by n...
116. Britney Spears & Jason Alexander: What Really Happened?
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In January 2004, Britney Spears married Jason Alexander on an early winter morning in Las Vegas. Not the actor from Seinfeld, but a friend she had gro...
115. Meeting Ashlee Simpson ft. Jackie Mendoza & Derrik Noack
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I welcome Derrik & Jackie back on the podcast to give you guys an insider look at Ashlee Simpson's Autobiography 20th Anniversary Celebr...
114. JC Chasez Part 13: Paradise
27 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The FINAL episode of my JC Chasez series is here at last. Before I say goodbye, let's gather round to re-live the beautiful *NSYNC events of 2023 ...
113. JC Chasez Part 12: *NSYNC Returns
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JC Chasez fans, we are so back!! In this episode, I deep dive into the early days of *NSYNC's return... 2018 and 19, when they received a coveted ...
112. You Ain't Gotta Pray For Me: A Taylor Swift Lyrical Analysis
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm back with another analysis of Taylor Swift's brilliant album The Tortured Poets Department, now celebrating its 6th week at #1. This time,...
111. 💕We Feel So High School💕 ft. Gina
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of analyzing the lyrics of Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department. This week I welcome my BFFAE and veteran swiftie Gina back on the ...
110. Tortured Poets Department Lyrical Analysis
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A lyrical analysis of the first five songs of Taylor Swift's masterpiece The Tortured Poets Department. Join our community at Patreon.com/AshleeA...
Newlyweds: Episode 1 Revisited ft. Derrik & Amanda
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One question changed Jessica Simpson's life forever: "Is this chicken what I have, or is this fish?" Join me as I welcome two of Jessica...
109. The Tortured Swifties Department ft. Gina
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I welcome fan favorite, my BBFFAE Gina, back on the podcast to discuss one of the most prolific artists of all time: Taylor Alison Swift. Ahead ...
Jessica Simpson: Before Newlyweds
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I dive into Jessica Simpson's career before the pivotal moment of Newlyweds premiering on MTV, so we are talking the Sweet Kisses and Irresistib...
108. J.Lo's New Documentary Review ft. Michael Cadoch
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael & I are back to discuss the Jennifer Lopez documentary "The Greatest Love Story Never Told" which follows her journey through in...
107. JC Chasez Part 11: JC After Kate
02 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the penultimate episode of my JC Chasez series (how is this 12 episodes? I clearly need mental help), join me as we journey through JC's life a...
106. Jennifer Lopez: This Is Me Now ft. Michael Cadoch
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
POP MUSIC EMERGENCY!!! Jennifer Lopez has released her groundbreaking, genre-bending, bizarre, authentic, beautiful, and SELF-FINANCED film, This Is M...
105. Living Lohan ft. Torry of Ready to be Petty
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When I was recording my Lindsay Lohan series, I wanted to keep it to Lindsay herselfand not get so far into family stuff, which is why I cut a segment...
104. The Story of Kate Review ft. Ana of This Must Be Pop
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I am joined by the brilliant Ana of This Must Be Pop, one of my favorite podcasts. There was no one else I would even consider having on to b...
103. An Invite From Justin Timberlake ft. Bethany
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have a POP EMERGENCY episode going straight to the public feed. My friend Bethany, who you may know from her ever-growing TikTok account and ...
102. JC Chasez Part 9: The Story of Kate
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2004, JC Chasez was undeterred by the disappointing sales of his first solo album, Schizophrenic. Instead, he was doing something he does quite we...
101. Q&A Celebration of 100 Episodes!
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!!!!!! Whether you've listened for all 100 episodes or just found the podcast, whether you've been on Patreon ...
100. Schizophrenic Review ft. Christine of @chasezdaily
31 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are continuing our deep dive of Schizophrenic, but this time I am welcomed by JC Chasez Historian Christine of @chasezdaily to break down...
99. JC Chasez Part 7: Schizophrenic
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In 2004, after taking off from *NSYNC megastardom and spending over a year writing, JC released his one and only solo album: Schizophrenic. Ignore the...
98. JC Chasez Part 6: The *NSYNC Hiatus
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After conquering the world of pop music, earning millions upon millions of dollars and fans, breaking records, and working non-stop for 7 years... of ...
97. Ashlee Simpson Show - Ashlee Turns 20! ft. Mary of When They Popped
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Okay Ashlee stans, it's your day! We are taking a short break from the JC Chasez & *NSYNC content this week to continue on reviewing one of th...
96. JC Chasez Part 5: PopOdyssey & Celebrity Tours
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the stan episode. I say that with deepest pride and greatest pleasure. You guys have asked me for more in depth coverage of *NSYNC as a group ...
95. I Went To The VMAs: AN *NSYNC Emergency Episode
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
*NSYNC is here!!!! Literally. They’re back and your girl was in The Room Where It Happened. In this episode, I discuss the calamity that was my atte...
94. JC Chasez Part 4: *NSYNC's Celebrity
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So, what do you do after you shatter records at lightening speed, sailing past all of your idols, heroes, and every other artist in music history? Sat...
93. My Experience Seeing JC Chasez Live in Ojai (8.2.23)
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When I started my series on JC Chasez, if you had told me that a few months later I'd be publishing an episode in which I tell the story of meeting hi...
92. JC Chasez Part 3: No Strings Attached
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is there to say about the groundbreaking opus that is No Strings Attached? Apparently a lot, since I talked for almost 2 hours (and even longer o...
91. Hanging Out With *NSYNC ft. Anissa Garcia
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're continuing the JC series today with a bonus interview filled with stories that are fan fiction come true. My guest today is author Anissa Garcia...
90. Ashlee's Notorious Performance ft. Jesse Chambliss
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are taking a quick break from JC to begin Season 2 reviews of The Ashlee Simpson Show. I am so thrilled as usual to be talking to Jesse C...
89. JC Chasez Part 2: *NSYNC Beginnings
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking about the forming and rise of one of the most successful and impactful musical groups of all time: *NSYNC. Join me in the time mac...
88. JC Chasez Part 1: The Mickey Mouse Club
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
OMG!!!!!!!!! Finally... after months of research, I give you: part one of my JC Chasez series! In the first installment, I begin with going over why J...
87. Scream VI Review & Scene-By-Scene Breakdown Ft. Gina
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for my aggressively detailed review of the latest in the Scream franchise! I am pleased to welcome back my BBFFAEAE and fellow scream expert...
86. Lindsay Lohan Part 17: The Lohanissance
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The final chapter! It’s hard to believe this day has finally come. The conclusion of my epic Lindsay Lohan series is here! In the final chapter, we ...
85. What Happened Between Jessica Simpson & Ken Paves? Q&A!
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are doing a special episode where I do a deep dive to answer one of your most frequently asked questions: What happened between Jessica and h...
84. Newlyweds Two Year Anniversary ft. Vanessa Ondi
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here we are back with Season 4 - the FINAL season - of Newlyweds! Let's celebrate Nick & Jessica's anniversary once again, because doing it in the sea...
83. Lindsay Lohan Part 16: Lohan Beach Club
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another Lilo episode is afoot and boy, is it a weird one! Join me through an enigmatic path filled with werewolves, ambassadors, clubgoers, refugees, ...
82. Lindsay Lohan Part 15: A New Life
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's back to Lindsay this week as she embarks on a totally new phase of her life, completely free of any acting jobs and trying to stay healthy and ou...
81. The Newlyweds ft. Joel of Right Back At Ya!
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you missed Newlyweds? I sure have, and this week we are back to discussing it all when it comes to the iconic early 2000's couple Jick. Or Nessic...
80. Falling For Christmas ft. @jessicafaye508
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we celebrate a very merry Lindsmas as I introduce you to one of my all-time best friends, Jess, who also happens to love Christmas more than an...
79. Lindsay Lohan Part 14: Oprah
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today in the miraculous life of Lindsay Lohan, we've come to the Oprah era. Hop in the time machine back to 2013, when Lindsay completed her final reh...
78. Lindsay Lohan Part 13: The Last Mug Shot
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After quite a break, we're back to the insane yet beautiful life of Lindsay Lohan. In this episode, we cover the events leading to Lindsay's 6th and f...
77. Pop Culture Q&A
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Well, you know what happens when I have a lot going on... we do a Q&A episode! I actually begin by discussing some pop culture that I cannot stop thin...
76. The Traveling Newlyweds ft. Jesse Chambliss
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we are back to reviewing Newlyweds with return guest Jesse Chambliss of the podcast Jesse's Girls. We discuss a wide range of topics su...
75. Autobiography Part 4: Album Review ft. Jackie & Michael
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am concluding my Autobiography tribute series with our track-by-track review of this once-in-a-generation album. I'm joined once again...
74. Autobiography Part 3: Ashlee Goes Platinum ft. Jackie & Michael
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we continue my Autobiography tribute series with Part 3! I am joined by Ashlee's biggest fan, Jackie Mendoza as well as Michael Cadoch, host...
73. Autobiography Part 2: SNL & The Aftermath
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My Autobiography tribute series continues this week with Part 2. We have to address the SNL moment, so let’s get through this together! I also discu...