WHAT’S TRENDING IN PODCASTS AND TV SHOWS

What better way to enjoy a sunny day or deal with a summer rainstorm than listening to a podcast or cozying up on a comfy sofa to stream a new show or the next season of one you’ve previously obsessed over? Here are some of our current binge-worthy favorites.

BY AMY KAMIN

Podcasts

Hello Isaac With Isaac Mizrahi

Charismatic Isaac Mizrahi is an icon on so many levels—fashion designer, singer, entertainer, and yes, even chef. On this enjoyable new podcast, he engages with big-name notables. His sweet demeanor, mixed with humor, and his inquisitive nature make each episode entertaining and fun. Recent guests have included Carson Kressley, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Belinda Carlisle, and Gabourey Sidibe. And the always fab Miz is off to an impressive start with a 5 out of 5 rating on Apple Podcasts!

Behind The Velvet Rope With David Yontef

NOW WHAT? WITH BROOKE SHIELDS

When Pretty Baby star Brooke Shields suffered a freak accident and broke her femur bone in 2021, she had to spend a month in the hospital. This turned out to be a lifechanging moment for the veteran model and actress. She began contemplating her life and trying to figure out what’s next. That’s how her podcast was conceived. “Now What?” explores the make-or-break moments in life with guests including Gayle King, Alan Cumming, and Sara Bareilles.

TV SHOWS AND JUST LIKE THAT…

Whether you grew up with Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, and Samantha in Sex and the City, or are watching this “new chapter” for the first time, And Just Like That… is addictive. Like the original series but with timely social issues, the show follows the lives of this famous trio (minus Samantha), with some hysterical bits from Mario Cantone as Anthony. We’re obsessed with Sarah Jessica Parker’s fashion, the wildly anticipated cameo of Kim Cattrall, and the return of love interest Aidan Shaw (John Corbett). No, the clothes aren’t as great as when Patricia Field was the show’s costume designer, but it’s still fun to dream about having some pieces in your closet. Warning: The sex scenes might be too racy for some, but nevertheless we can’t stop watching each weekly drop on Max.

The Morning Show

Almost two years later, this fan favorite (secondmost-watched Apple TV+ series) with superstars

Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon in their roles of Alex Levy and Bradley Jackson is finally back for Season 3. The show gives us a behind-the-scenes look at a TV morning show and its tangled web of events involving the anchors, producers, staff, and crew. No matter how much time has passed, we’ll be ready to tune in to this long-awaited return on September 13.

Dancing With The Stars

Reality show superfan David Yontef has created this daily podcast featuring your favorite Bravolebrities. He morphed into a reality show guru after receiving a law degree. But his appearance on The Millionaire Matchmaker sparked this reality show obsession. Yontef is friendly, chatty, and a good conversationalist. His knowledge of every episode is impressive. Whether he’s chatting with Tamra Judge, Terry Dubrow, or Scheana Shay, you’re sure to get some timely Bravo scoop and find out exactly what you want to know.

Our favorite show returns for Season 32 this fall. Back on broadcast TV (on ABC) and Disney+, Dancing With the Stars will bring its returning judges (the late Len Goodman will be missed), the always rotating cast of celebrities, and a new co-host. This season, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Season 19 winner Alfonso Ribeiro will host again, but will be joined by Julianne Hough. She’s been part of the show as a dancer, judge, and now co-host. The first cast member has already been announced, and it’s Ariana Madix of Vanderpump Rules Now, we can’t wait for the rest of the cast to be revealed!