Make some noise for she-cago’s own Daniella Monet! The Victorious icon, lifestyle entrepreneur, and all-around legend joins Anthony and Jonathan for a deep dive into her career, from sneaking behind her agent’s back to audition for Hannah Montana to creating her wellness community. Daniella spills on Victorious behind-the-scenes secrets, the story behind Trina’s Chicago performance, and what’s REALLY happening with the Victorious spinoff rumors. Plus, we put her to the ultimate test with The Hardest Victorious Trivia Game Ever—will she live up to the challenge?

Episode Breakdown:

• 00:00 - Make some Illi-noise! The hosts welcome Daniella Monet and kick things off with big laughs and nostalgia.

• 07:03 - The Hannah Montana audition that almost changed everything. Daniella reveals she went behind her agent’s back and ended up in a final test alongside Miley Cyrus and Taylor Momsen.

• 11:42 - Victorious origins. From CBS sitcoms to Nickelodeon, Daniella shares how she broke into kids’ TV, why she fought for a role on Nick, and how her agent wasn’t thrilled.

• 12:04 - The Victorious audition process. Why every actor auditioned with the same general script (even for different roles) and how Trina’s tone-deafness evolved over time.

• 19:06 - Trina’s Chicago moment. The story behind her iconic “I’m a woman in Chicago and I’m scared” scene—including how much was improvised.

• 24:28 - Victorious cast love. Daniella gets emotional reflecting on the friendships from set, what the cast meant to her, and why their recent conversations have been extra special.

• 25:57 - Victorious spin-off rumors—what’s real? Daniella opens up about the leaked news, whether the cast knew ahead of time, and how Ariana Grande’s support meant the world.

• 31:50 - Is the world ready for a Victorious spin-off? Daniella expresses gratitude to Victorious fans, and teases a potential way for internet personalities (like Anthony & Jonathan… wink, wink) to be part of the spinoff!

• 35:21 - Life after Victorious and Daniella’s Digest. How she built a wellness empire with her plant-based lifestyle brand.

• 44:42 - Game time! The Hardest Victorious Trivia Game Ever. Daniella and Anthony go head-to-head on deep-cut Victorious trivia—who will come out on top?

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Stay updated on Daniella Monet’s latest projects and plant-based lifestyle brand at DaniellasDigest.com and follow her on all socials @DaniellaMonet.

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It’s just the two of us! Anthony and Jonathan take over the mic for a special episode, breaking down their second year at theGRAMMYs! From navigating the red carpet to unexpected celebrity encounters (yes, Kacey Musgraves and Zedd were involved), they share behind-the-scenes moments you won’t hear anywhere else. They also dive into theirfavorite performances of the night, discuss the biggest award surprises, and reflect on how it felt to be part of music’s biggest night—again!

Episode Breakdown:

• 00:00 - The GRAMMYs are here! Anthony and Jonathan kick off the episode and we get a peak at what’s to come later.

• 01:48 - Bonus episode vibes. A rare host-only episode! They chat about the Super Bowl and reflect on comments from listeners who want to get to know them better.

• 08:00 - Walking theGRAMMYs red carpet. The behind-the-scenes chaos, last-minute weather disasters, and why the photographers treated them like Billie Eilish.

• 10:40 - Celebrity sightings! Zedd photobombs their red carpet selfie, and Anthony has a hilarious (and slightly awkward) fan moment withCasey Musgraves.

• 17:45 - TheGlamBot experience. The guys do separate GlamBots, but was it worth the extra pressure?

• 21:00- BestGRAMMYs performance of the night? Anthony and Jonathan discuss the actual show and debate their favorite performances, includingChappel Roan,Quincy Jones Tribute, and theBest New Artist showcase.

• 23:30- Doechii is taking over. A bold prediction: Doechii is about to be music’s biggest breakout star.

• 26:00 - Chappell Roan’sspeech of the night. The moment that had the entire industry talking (and why it took serious guts).

• 27:30 - TheIn Memoriam tribute. A moving tribute toLiam Payne and how the arena felt when his face appeared on screen.

• 29:30 - Lady Gaga’s secretGRAMMYs moment. HowAbracadabra droppedduring the show—and why everyone thought she was about to perform live.

• 30:00 - Album of the Year shocker! Anthony and Jonathan break down thecontroversial winner and chat their personal favorite album of the year.

• 34:00 - The final takeaways. What made this year’sGRAMMYs different, why they felt more relaxed and how theyactually got to soak it all in.

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From viral car covers to chart-topping hits, Lauren Spencer Smith’s rise to fame has been anything but ordinary. In this episode, Lauren joins Anthony and Jonathan to dive into the whirlwind of her career—sharing hilarious stories about cockroach-infested Airbnbs, her chaotic American Idol journey during the pandemic, and the heartfelt inspiration behind her biggest songs. She also opens up about navigating TikTok fame, family dynamics, and the evolution of her songwriting. Get ready for candid laughs, emotional reflections, and a game of "Give Them Their Flowers" where Lauren dishes on the best voices in the biz.

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 - Lauren Spencer Smith is in the house! Anthony and Jonathan kick things off with stories about sinus surgeries and their first curry night with Lauren.

07:18 - From car covers to the Steve Harvey Show: Lauren shares how her viral video led to her first trip to LA—and the unexpected challenges that followed.

08:50 - Cockroaches and contracts: Lauren recalls the bug-infested Airbnb she stayed in during her first LA trip.

10:00 - American Idol chaos: Lauren talks about her last-minute audition, performing from her backyard during the pandemic, and the unexpected drama behind the scenes.

17:00 - Family, fame, and misconceptions: Lauren opens up about the backlash she faced over her family's perceived wealth and how it contrasted with her reality.

24:00 - Life after Idol: Lauren discusses how she kept her momentum going with covers and original music, leading to her breakout hit "Fingers Crossed."

32:00 - Setting the TikTok standard: Lauren reflects on how her no-makeup, authentic videos became the blueprint for viral music marketing.

38:50 - The "Fingers Crossed" backlash: Lauren addresses criticism about the song's production and how she handled the negativity.

46:00 - What’s next? Lauren teases her upcoming album, exploring family relationships, personal growth, and emotional highs and lows.

50:00 - Game time! Anthony, Jonathan, and Lauren play "Give Them Their Flowers," revealing their picks for best vocalists, riffers, and songwriters in the industry.

Follow Lauren’s Journey: Stay up to date with Lauren Spencer Smith’s latest music, tour dates, and more on all socials @LaurenSpencerSmith

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Consulting Producer: Renee Colvert