Pop Culture Roundup w/ Sophie Ross + What To Watch This Week

The latest episode of *So Bad It's Good* dives headfirst into the summer of pop culture chaos, with Ryan Bailey and co-host Sophie Ross dissecting the explosive Summer House season, where Amanda Batula and Wes Wilson’s alleged affair has spiraled into a full-blown scandal. The duo unpack the couple’s brazen public displays—kissing at a Yankees game, making out at a bar—while contrasting their behavior with Amanda’s recent glowing praise of Sierra in a Marie Claire interview, calling it 'diabolical' hypocrisy. They also explore the fallout from Kyle Cook’s surprise make-out with Detective Megan King at a Page Six party, the political ambitions of Luke Gulbranson, and the rumored illicit video that may have exposed the affair. Beyond reality TV, the episode touches on Coachella’s wild moments—Justin Bieber’s energetic second night, Madonna’s underwhelming crowd response, and the Strokes’ politically charged set—and celebrates Lena Dunham’s new memoir, which includes a shocking admission about her affair with Jack Antonoff during his relationship with Lorde. The hosts also reflect on the cultural weight of pop moments, from the magic of discovering music in the pre-internet era to the absurdity of celebrity casting in reality TV films. The episode is a whirlwind of gossip, emotional analysis, and cultural commentary, blending sharp critique with genuine affection for the genre.