New York Sofalites
By: Rachel, Stephanie, and Gretchen
Language: en
Categories: News, Entertainment, Arts, Fashion, Beauty
There is a lot going on in the world...like a lot...and we have some thoughts.Hosts and lifelong friends, Rachel, Stephanie, and Gretchen mine the depths of the un-serious subjects that give our lives meaning on this podcast about pop culture, film, tv, music, science, food, trends, and most importantly Copenhagen Fashion Week!
Episodes
Toxic Mom Group Drama, The Critic's Choice Awards, and Golden Globe Predictions!
Jan 09, 2026The Sofalites weigh in on the toxic celebrity mom group drama, and discuss their favorite looks and moments from the Critic's Choice Awards...Plus a look ahead at the Golden Globes!
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Duration: 00:54:07Happy New Year, Sofalites!
Jan 02, 2026Stephanie Rachel and Gretchen Ring in the New Year!
Take a look back at the predictions and prognostications from 2025, and find out what the Sofalites are predicting for 2026!
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Duration: 01:05:34Golden Globes Part II: TV Nominations!
Dec 19, 2025The Sofalites share their thoughts on the TV shows nominated for the Golden Globes...and Utica Pizza!
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Duration: 00:56:51The Golden Globe Nominations Are Here, and We Have Some Thoughts!
Dec 12, 2025Gretchen and Rachel weigh in on the films and performances nominated for the Golden Globes!
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Duration: 00:58:08The 12 Scandals of Christmas Part I: From Christmas Cake to Cloud Dancer
Dec 12, 2025The Sofalites talk scandals from Christmas Cake to Cloud Dancer and everything in between!
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Duration: 01:01:57All's Fair...But Not Good, Plus, Are Men So Back?
Dec 05, 2025The Sofalites discuss the first five episodes of Ryan Murphy's All's Fair on Hulu. Plus is the Met Gala washed now that the Bezos's have laid claim, and what is going on with the Vanity Fair Hollywood Issue?
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Duration: 01:17:37We have some questions for Guillermo del Toro about Frankenstein...
Nov 14, 2025The Sofalites have some questions after watching Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein...like a lot of questions. Rachel Stephanie and Gretchen dive deep into the made for Netflix adaptation and discuss the possibility of Oscar buzz!
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Duration: 00:59:51We Stand with Lilly Allen...and Teen Vogue!
Nov 07, 2025The Sofalites discuss the design nightmare that is David Harbour and Lilly Allen's Townhouse, and lament the shuttering of Teen Vogue!
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Duration: 00:48:01What's Your Favorite Scary Movie?
Oct 24, 2025What makes a movie scary anyway? The Sofalites share their favorite scary movies just in time for spooky season, plus some real life ghost encounters?
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Duration: 01:09:06Remembering Diane Keaton and The First Wives Club
Oct 17, 2025The Sofalites look back on their favorite Diane Keaton roles and looks, and unpack why The First Wives Club was so important to three tweens in the 90's!
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Duration: 00:41:30The Life of a Swiftie with Maura!
Oct 10, 2025The Sofalites dive deep into Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl with real life Swiftie and friend of the podcast Maura!
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Duration: 01:15:08BONUS: The Life of a Showgirl Instant Reaction with Sofa-Husband Emmanuel!
Oct 04, 2025It's October 3rd and that could only mean one thing.. Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl is here, and we have some THOUGHTS! Gretchen, Rachel and special guest and Sofa-Husband Emmanuel discuss the album we've all been waiting for!
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Duration: 00:39:10Does Gucci's The Tiger Have Teeth?
Sep 26, 2025The Sofalites have a LOT to say about Demna, the new direction of Gucci, Ed(s) Harris and Norton and of course the clothes!
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Duration: 00:46:22Was NYFW a Bummer? Plus Emmy's Fashion and Why We Hate Grommets!
Sep 19, 2025We are all going through stuff, but one this will always be true...The Sofalites HATE a grommet. This week the Sofalites dig into the fashion from the Emmy's red carpet, and get serious about window treatments.
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Duration: 00:53:58Have We Talked Bout Chloe Malle Yet? Also, the VMA's, Fall Film Festivals and More!
Sep 12, 2025Ricky Martin on the VMA's, Momtok on Dancing with the Stars and oh yeah, we haven't talked about Chloe Malle yet...or have we? This week on the podcast the Sofalites dig into everything from Hamnet to foster fails and everything in between.
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Duration: 00:54:09The 2025 Venice Film Festival!
Sep 05, 2025The Sofalites get into all the looks on the red carpet at the Venice Film Festival and discuss their most anticipated film premiers....It's giving mixed reviews.
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Duration: 01:12:00Taylor's Engagement Era!
Aug 27, 2025Our most enthusiastic Sofalite congratulations to the future Mr. and Mrs. Taylor Swift! Rachel and Gretchen get into the engagement heard 'round the world including what could/should be in the prenup. Plus, is Briteny Spears ok?
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Duration: 00:55:33Freaky Tales and Our Favorite Cult Classic Movies
Aug 22, 2025The Sofalites discuss the movie Freaky Tales, an (almost) instant cild classic, and share their own cult classic faves!
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Duration: 01:01:30Lana DelRey Vs. Ethel Cain: Beef on the Bayou
Aug 21, 2025The Sofalites get together for a spacial mini episode to get to the bottom of the Lana DelRey vs. Ethel Cain feud...and what exactly Nicki Minaj has to do with it.
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Duration: 00:25:36Copenhagen Fashion Week, Taylor Swift's New Album and Butter Yellow Vs. Orange
Aug 14, 2025The Sofalites discuss the highs and...highs of Copenhagen Fashion Week SS26 and try to get to the bottom of Taylor Swift's color coded album announcement.
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Duration: 01:00:51...We Also Love Culture!
Aug 08, 2025The Sofalites discuss the greater cultural impact of the Las Culturistas Culture Awards, Mariah Carey, and of course clogs!
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Duration: 00:57:23Fashion on Film...Part I
Aug 01, 2025Gretchen and Rachel kick off the Sofalite's Fashion on Film series with their top five favorite films costumed by fashion designers, and discuss how movies define looks in real life.
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Duration: 00:54:34What is the Devil Wearing 20 Years Later?
Jul 25, 2025Stephanie, Rachel and Gretchen do some speculating about the upcoming Devil Wears Prada sequel and give their thoughts on bucket hats and hustle culture.
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Duration: 00:42:34Summer Top Five (So Far) from Paris to Emmy Nominations!
Jul 18, 2025The Sofalites took a little summer break, but Gretchen and Rachel are back ready to stand on business and go over the top five pop culture events from their week away..
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Duration: 01:00:16Still kvelling over Johnathan Anderson's Dior, and a bit of Glastonbury
Jul 03, 2025What can we say about the Dior show? Stephanie and Rachel share their most effusive review, and some initial thoughts on the week at Glastonbury.
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Duration: 00:55:25A Brief Weekend Primer!
Jun 28, 2025There is a LOT happening this weekend, and we have some thoughts! The Amazon wedding has taken over Venice, Johnathan Anderson is slaying the runway, and we want to make sure you are prepared!
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Duration: 00:41:17Relationships with Guest Host Maura!
Jun 26, 2025Stephanie and Rachel are joined by guest Sofalite Maura and share breakthroughs, and tea when it comes to relationships.
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Duration: 00:51:35Our Not so Secret Obsession with Secret Lives of Mormon Wives!
Jun 20, 2025Stephanie, Gretchen and Rachel rehash all the drama on SLoMW and share their thoughts on soda, gaslighting and Joseph Smith's hometown.
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Duration: 01:03:40Bonus: Stockholm Fashion Week is Back!
Jun 18, 2025Rachel and Stephanie give a belated but glowing recap of the revamped Stockholm Fashion Week!
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Duration: 00:31:25Bonus: The 2025 Tony Awards!
Jun 12, 2025What a treat! The Sofalites...well some of the Sofalites watched the Tony Awards, and can't wait to share their thoughts!
Duration: 00:35:08Skincare!
Jun 12, 2025What should smart millennial women be putting on their faces? Veteran skincare enthusiasts Stephanie and Gretchen share tips tricks and amazing recommendations for a sound skincare practice!
Duration: 01:09:34Miley Is Back, Johnathan Anderson is at Dior and Patti Lupone is in Trouble!
Jun 05, 2025Rachel and Gretchen dive into "Something Beautiful" and discuss Johnathan Anderson's big move to Dior, plus Broadway Diva drama ahead of the Tony Awards!
Duration: 01:01:50Cannes You Even...?
May 29, 2025The Sofalites get into the Cannes 2025 Film Festival from the new dress code and who was breaking it to who was gagging the internet with their arms out...and also the films of course.
Duration: 01:11:14We Can't Get Over Eurovision 2025!
May 21, 2025The Sofalites dive deep into the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest and discuss everything from how it works to who made the finals and who was snubbed!
Duration: 00:56:05The Chicago Pope, More Met Thoughts, Plus We Can't Wait for Eurovision!
May 15, 2025Stephanie is back to give her thoughts on the 2025 Met Gala Blue Carpet looks, the benefits of Beta Blockers and more! Plus the Sofalites share their thoughts on the new Pope, and gear up for this year's Eurovision Song Contest!
Duration: 01:05:21The 2025 Met Gala with LaRue Simmons!
May 08, 2025This week Rachel and Gretchen are joined by guest, entrepreneur, and extremely stylish person LaRue Simmons, owner of Stellar Human vintage clothing, to discuss the Met Gala theme, dress code and all the red carpet moments!
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Duration: 01:15:55Everything We Know About the Met Gala!
May 01, 2025Ahead of the 2025 Met Gala the Sofalites take a deep dive into the history of the event, and discuss the best and worst Met Gala looks over the years. Plus predictions for the 2025 Met Gala red carpet!
Duration: 01:16:47Farewell to The Pope, Plus Our Thoughts on Eurovision and Jake Johnson's Dog
Apr 24, 2025The Sofalites remember Pope Francis...kind of, but they definitely remember his custom fits. And Gretchen shares a run in with Jake Johnson's very cute, kind of nervous dog. Plus initial thoughts on the Eurovision Song Contest!
Duration: 01:07:48We are Feeling the Bern! and Other Hot Takes (from our sofas) on Coachella 2025!
Apr 16, 2025The Sofalites talk all things Coachella from our favorite performances to whoever the f*** Benson Boone is. Plus was Katy Perry's space flight just an excuse to show her boobs to aliens?
Duration: 01:05:37Serious Thoughts on Season 3 of The White Lotus...and the return of the Dire Wolf!
Apr 10, 2025The Sofalites cover every inch of season 3 of The White Lotus...best dressed, worst dressed, and wgere the characters end up. Plus Dr. Stephanie gives us the science behind the "unextincting" of the dire wolf.
Duration: 01:18:51Are the Baldwins...ok?
Apr 03, 2025The Sofalites dive deep into what's really going on with The Baldwin's reality show, Hilaria's accent and Alec's OCD. Plus, what's Michelle Obama up to? And the Sofalites are always keeping an eye on the world of Scandinavian fashion!
Duration: 00:54:59The Hemline Index and Q1 Trends We Love...and Hate!
Mar 26, 2025Does what we saw on the runways this past winter give us any insight into global economics? The Sofalites give some evidence for an against an oncoming recession, and discuss trends and fashion news after the close of fashion month.
Duration: 00:53:00With Love, The Sofalites
Mar 19, 2025This week the Sofalites can't wait to talk about Netfix's With Love, Meghan and why we are all so into watching Meghan do things she's kind of bad at.
Duration: 01:08:01Is Anyone Having a Better Fashion Year Than Doechii? ...and what we loved at Milan and Paris Fashion Week (so far)!
Mar 12, 2025Rachel and Gretchen discuss the highlights from Milan Fashion Week, and give their impressions of the shows so far in Paris. The Sofalites also show some love for fashion icon Doechii and the noble Capybara.
Duration: 00:46:18The Oscars!
Mar 05, 2025It's a long one...The Sofalites talk Oscars! Stephanie, Rachel and Gretchen discuss all the red carpet moments from the Academy Awards and at (36:19) dive deep into the awards themselves ...all the winners, losers, snubs and everything in between!
Duration: 01:31:56London Fashion Week, Awards Season and Tax Season Bring the Drama!
Feb 26, 2025The Sofalites dive into the dramatic touches on and off the runways at London Fashion week and catch up on the awards race, and the cluster f*ck that is filing your own taxes.
Duration: 00:55:19The Bizarre Phenomenon of Emilia Perez and The Awards Race
Feb 20, 2025On this episode the Sofalites dive deep into the film Emilia Perez and what is going on with the films chances for Oscar.
Duration: 00:53:44Do Football Players Make Good Fashion Girlies? Plus a mini Oscar Race Check-in!
Feb 14, 2025Gretchen and Rachel share their thoughts on the Super Bowl tunnel fits, and check in on the awards race after the CCA, PGA, and DGA awards.
Duration: 00:42:55Wrapping up Copenhagen and Couture Week, and it's "Not Like Us" to Keep our Grammy Takes to Ourselves
Feb 08, 2025The Sofalites wrap up Copenhagen Fashion Week and talk highs and lows from Paris Couture Week, then get into the Grammy's with thoughts on the red carpet, congratulations to the winners and a few hot takes.
Duration: 00:59:13Copenhagen Fashion Week is the Light at the End of a Dark January
Feb 02, 2025On this episode the Sofalites get political as they discuss US Inaugural fashion dos and don'ts...mostly don'ts, and share their elation for the beginning of Copenhagen AW25, and initial reactions to the runway shows at Paris Haute Couture fashion week! Get comfy on your sofa, it's a long one!
P.S. we apologize for the audio on this episode, everything is back to normal on the next one, we promise!
Duration: 01:05:24The Sofalites are hyped for Copenhagen Fashion Week...and like, what even is a Sofalite?
Jan 23, 2025Gretchen and Rachel give the definition of what exactly a Sofalite is, and get into what they love most about Copenhagen Fashion Week!
Duration: 00:33:43Was Nosferatu the Worst Ex Ever?
Jan 20, 2025On this episode Rachel and Gretchen discuss casting choices, negging and venereal disease (metaphorically) in the film 2024 Nosferatu.
Duration: 00:26:02We are Playing With Fire!
Jan 13, 2025We know you've been holding your breath waiting for the Sofalites to dig into Playing With Fire, the new concept album from JC Chasez and Jimmy Harry...well take a breath, it's finally here! On this episode the Sofalites break down the Frankenstein musical and share their takes on the Golden Globes and the award season to come.
Duration: 00:50:41E1.1 Who Won 2024?
Jan 05, 2025Gretchen, Rachel and Stephanie dive into the winners and losers of 2024, and talk about who is mounting a comeback.
Duration: 00:52:00E1.2 The Substance is Terrifying, Funny, Gross...and What do we really know about the Golden Globes?
Jan 05, 2025Hosts Stephanie, Rachel and Gretchen give their impressions of the film The Substance, and make their predictions for the Golden Globe awards.
Duration: 00:37:26E1.0 Welcome to the New York Sofalites Podcast!
Jan 05, 2025Rachel Stephanie and Gretchen introduce themselves through their spotify wrapped and takes on canvas bags, hiking and the declining quality of luxury brands.
Duration: 00:18:58