Normal Gossip

Chart trend

Position in the Comedy chart (US), last 90 days.

#1#61#120JunJulAugSep

#13

all-time peak

384

days in the top 50 since Nov 2024

Latest episodes

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Amorphous Blob of Boy with Lauren Chan

Lauren Chan came on for a tale about a girl with too many suitors and too many roommates. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at @DefectorMedia where y

Sep 2
50 min

Glorified Trailers and She-E-O's with George Civeris

George Civeris joined us for a story about a starry-eyed idealist, a “good cause,” and some big egos. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at @DefectorMe

Aug 26
59 min

Who's Next in the Rolodex? with Zakiya Gibbons

We brought Zakiya Gibbons back for a summer of smooching and subterfuge with a lesbian group chat. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at @DefectorMedi

Aug 19
1 h 00 min

Axe Clout and Blade Lore with Danielle Hewitt and Alex Barasch

Danielle Hewitt and Alex Barasch came on to explore what happens when a boy tries to get between a girl and her axe. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on ther

Aug 12
42 min

Last Rites and Kia Boys with Nadira Goffe

We invited Nadira Goffe back for a story about a beloved car, a beloved coach, and a run-in with the Kia Boys. But first—trigger warning—Rachelle shares some self-gossip

Aug 5
51 min

Losing Control of the Algo with Laci Mosley

Laci Mosley returns for a story about a couple of microinfluencers so committed to image management that their friends can't tell if they're still together. We are now

Jul 29
59 min

Paranormal Activity with Amber Singletary

Amber Singletary joined us for a tale about a blended family that isn't blending, a spectral presence, and a 1-800 late night witch. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to f

Jul 22
46 min

A Guncle’s Tale with Griff Stark Ennis

We brought Griff Stark-Ennis the story of a backyard wedding that no one, from the grooms to the guests, will ever forget. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us o

Jul 15
53 min

Prank Sinatra with Jenée Desmond-Harris and Joel Anderson

We're BACK for season TEN and more than ready to be petty! We brought Jenée Desmond Harris back, along with her husband Joel Anderson, for some gossip about a mom who jus

Jul 8
53 min

Bonus Episode: Shout Out to the Divas with Jonquilyn Hill

Here's another treat from our secret feed vault to tide you over while we wait for season 10! We got Jonquilyn Hill to come back for a round of morsels. Warning: there wi

Mar 25
42 min

Bonus Episode: A Smorgasbord of Gossip with Nadira Goffe

Popping into your feeds with a little treat! In today’s bonus episode from our secret feed vault, not only is Nadira Goffe back to gab with us (!!!), but we've got a batc

Feb 25
51 min

A Different Kind of Finale ft Se’era Spragley Ricks

Rachelle and Se'era discuss what's been going on behind the scenes at Normal Gossip. We do a little gossip too, because we all deserve that. See you later this year for s

Jan 28
1 h 05 min

Normal Gossip Live in Seattle with Josh Gwynn

We've got a surprise for you! Here's the recording from our September 2025 live show in Seattle, featuring Josh Gwynn! For more of Josh and Rachelle gossiping, here's Ra

Jan 21
1 h 11 min

Is It A Crime? with Lovia Gyarkye

We regaled Lovia Gyarkye with a story about an eldest daughter introducing her boyfriend to her immigrant mother. (Plus just a hint of acappella!) Subscribe and learn mo

Jan 14
51 min

The Problem Is Certain Death with Allegra Frank

We brought Allegra Frank some historical gossip involving a party full of mountain climbers, a long rope, and a bad idea. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from R

Jan 7
49 min

Holiday Bonus: That's Fourth Wing, Baby!

We've got a present for you from our secret feed vault! Rachelle, Kelsey, and Brandy gather over a bottle of wine to discuss Rebecca Yarros' FOURTH WING. If you'd like to

Dec 24 2025
48 min

Monster-in-Law with Chelsea Devantez

Chelsea Devantez joined us for a story about a family with enough money to buy anything they want—except another one-of-a-kind heirloom hutch. Follow Chelsea on Instagram

Dec 17 2025
44 min

Legally Binding Meddling with Jasper Wang

Defector's own Jasper Wang joins us to explore what happens when the people selling you their house have a few extra conditions. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing

Dec 10 2025
44 min

All Dogs Go To Therapy with Carvell Wallace

Carvell Wallace joins us for a tale of neighborly revenge involving fences, motion sensor lights, and a certain infamous app. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing fr

Dec 3 2025
52 min

Forks Out with Tracy Clayton

You know we had to find a special story to celebrate the return of Tracy Clayton! This week's tale involves a big family, a cabin in the woods, and the mysterious disappe

Nov 26 2025
57 min

Chart positions

Where Normal Gossip ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 6, 2026).

#42 ▼ 4 Comedy US

What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

This is a Rachelle appreciation post and literally the first time I’ve felt compelled to review a podcast. I’ve always loved the format of the show and was worried when the original host left but Rachelle goes from strength to strength and I love the chemistry she has with her guests, it’s especially unmatched when she gets to be with her people iykyk. It really feels like a hangout session with your favorite people. It reminds me of Another Round (rip)

S29_S · Jan 2026

I started listening just before Kelsey McKinney announced she was leaving and I as so bummed. I had finally discovered a new podcast, that wasn’t true crime, where I loved the host and now she was leaving. Kelsey was an amazing host and I had to admit it took me a while to get used to Rachelle Hampton, but she’s so brilliant. I feel she keeps finding herself in this podcast and I love it. Her reactions and back and forth with the guests reveal her natural storyteller abilities.

idleutopia · Jan 2026

I started listening recently so I am the most familiar with Rachelle Hampton’s beautiful voice. I love her delivery and tone, and the stories she relays with just enough suggestion and intrigue. When I’m feeling down about the horrors, I throw this on (often at work tattooing so my clients laugh along). Thanks for the laughs ! Xoxo

littleone_sd · Jan 2026

When I’m really struggling, which has been often lately, listening to this podcast puts me instantly in a better mood and helps lift me up. You are doing the lords work, truly.

jjj748 · Jan 2026

Rachelle is so great, she is such a pleasure to listen to. I love the premise, the well chosen stories, and every guest adds to the joy. I’m enjoying bingeing this!

charlotteT09 · Jan 2026

I really loved the earlier seasons of this podcast, I think I was able to overlook the boring guest intros and cringey “what would you do” interjections because the stories were so engaging and wild and funny. But like everyone else has been saying, after they became part of radiotopia the stories have just been terrible. Either 5 minute trivial stories painfully drawn out over an hour, or more elaborate situations set up for a big reveal that turn out to not even have an ending or resolution at all. I really don’t understand what happened to the show and why it’s so different now! Are they not getting enough submissions? They kinda lost me with the last season, but I was hopeful it would get better, maybe there were just some growing pains to work out. But the new season just started and the episode was actually unlistenable. So disappointing! All the people leaving these reviews, myself included, are big fans of the show just trying to provide helpful feedback. But they actively do not want feedback, and write all of us off as haters. Sadly I will be unsubscribing.

intlplayer · Oct 2023

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