Maureen Callahan and celebrity reporter Rob Shuter go deep into the dark side of reality TV, including the circumstances that led to the cancellation of the next season of "The Bachelorette," calling out a broader industry pattern of executives choosing ratings over red flags. They also discuss the disturbing behind-the-scenes culture of TLC’s “19 Kids and Counting” and how the network turned a blind eye to behavior that eventually escalated to criminal charges. They also dive into the Oscar night drama involving Justin Bieber’s reported blowout with Usher, the recent backlash surrounding Chappell Roan making an 11-year-old fan cry, Hoda Kotb’s “Joy 101” tone-deaf retreat, and what’s really going on with Savannah Guthrie’s return to the "Today Show." Then Maureen explains why nepo babies aren't living the life that everyone thinks, with Sofia Coppola’s daughter at the center of the conversation. Finally, Maureen takes apart episode 8 of “Love Story,” calling out the series for sanitizing the reality of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’s marriage, JFK Jr.’s own letters in George Magazine, with excerpts from her book “Ask Not,” exposing his pattern of defending powerful men embroiled in scandal. Rob Shuter: https://robshuter.substack.com/ Jones Road Beauty: Use code NERVE at https://jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Shimmer Face Oil with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code MAUREEN at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/MAUREEN PDS Debt: When the numbers are clear, act. Take back control in 30 seconds. Get your free, personalized assessment and the best option for you at https://PDSDebt.com/NERVE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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