New episodes every Tuesday at 12am EST New Patreon episodes every Saturday at 12pm EST This podcast will delve into the lives of those who have been reduced to a single headline. Each episode will take a closer look at the stories of those who are on a mission to change their narrative. Through raw and honest interviews, we will reveal the human behind the headline. Join me, as we uncover the truth behind the misconceptions, shed light on the stories of those who have perhaps been wrongfully portrayed, explore the complexities of the human experience, and celebrate the power of second chances.
🎧 Want more Miss Understood? Join us on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes conversations, extended interviews and more. Visit the Miss Understood Patreon and become a member today. To the world, Victor “Little Vic” Orena became known as a powerful figure in New York’s Colombo crime family. To Jackie Orena, he was simply her grandfather. Jackie joins Rachel for a deeply personal conversation about growing up with the Orena name, the moment she realized her family wasn’t like everyone else’s, and why she has dedicated herself to fighting for her grandfather after more than three decades behind bars. Now elderly and suffering from serious health problems, Orena remains incarcerated—and Jackie is asking a difficult question: At what point should punishment give way to compassion? Rachel doesn’t shy away from the other side of the story. She challenges Jackie on her grandfather’s conviction, the victims connected to the case, whether Jackie is arguing for his innocence or simply asking for mercy, and how she responds to people who believe she was too young to understand the man her grandfather was accused of being. Jackie also reveals what she would say if she had five minutes with President Trump, why every rejection has made her fight harder, and whether her advocacy will continue even after her grandfather is gone. This isn't just a conversation about organized crime. It's about what happens when the person the world knows from headlines is the person you simply know as family. --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Email us pr@missumedia.com Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
With Lee Asher back in the news following the recent attention surrounding Velveteen, I wanted to bring back one of my favorite interviews. For those who aren’t familiar with him, Lee is the founder of The Asher House and one of the most influential voices in animal rescue today. Nearly 3 million people follow his work across Instagram and YouTube as he documents the realities of rescuing animals and running a sanctuary. Years ago, I interviewed Lee for Miss Understood. At the time, we released the conversation in two separate episodes. We’ve never published it as one complete interview—until now. The interview was recorded well before the recent Velveteen story, so it isn’t about the current headlines. This is a candid conversation about Lee’s childhood, how he built The Asher House, why he devoted his life to rescue, and what it’s really like caring for so many animals every day. One of the most fascinating parts of our conversation is Lee’s honest perspective on running an animal sanctuary. The biggest challenge often isn’t the animals—it’s the people. We talk about the emotional toll, public expectations, criticism, and the realities of rescue work that most people never see. Whether you’ve followed Lee for years or you’ve only recently discovered him because of the Velveteen story, this is the full interview you’ve never heard in one place. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why do so many men struggle to open up? Why do relationships break down even when both people care? And what does "manning up" actually mean today? Rachel sits down with therapist and Rugged Counseling founder Trey Tucker for one of the most honest conversations we've had about masculinity, rejection, anxiety, childhood trauma, and why so many men quietly carry emotional burdens they never talk about. Together they explore how our earliest experiences shape who we become, why rejection affects us more than we realize, the differences between how men and women process emotions, and the misconceptions both sides have about each other. Whether you're trying to better understand yourself, your partner, your son, or the men in your life, this conversation challenges conventional thinking while offering practical insight into what healthy masculinity really looks like. In this episode: Why rejection hurts more than we realize The childhood experiences that shape adult relationships Why many men shut down emotionally What anxiety is actually trying to tell you Therapy, EMDR & modern mental health What "manning up" really means Why women often misunderstand men's emotional responses --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Email us infomissunderstoodpodcast@gmail.com Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What if high school wasn't about preparing students for a job—but teaching them how to build a business instead? Rachel sits down with Nat Eliason, co-founder of Founders School, an innovative high school redefining what education can look like in the age of AI. For $150,000 per year, students spend their mornings learning through AI-powered instruction and their afternoons building real businesses alongside experienced entrepreneurs. The boldest promise? If students don't generate $1 million in gross profit by graduation, Founders School refunds their tuition. Rachel and Nat discuss: Why Founders School has no traditional teachers How AI is changing education Why students spend most of their day building businesses The admissions process and why families are turned away The $1 million guarantee explained Whether college is still necessary What skills today's kids actually need to succeed Whether you think it's the future of education or one of the boldest experiments ever attempted, this conversation will challenge the way you think about school, entrepreneurship, and preparing the next generation. Founders School Website: https://founders.school/ --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Email us infomissunderstoodpodcast@gmail.com Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
For nearly two decades, Reality Steve (Steve Carbone) has been the internet's most trusted source for reality TV spoilers and behind-the-scenes information. In this episode, Rachel sits down with Steve to discuss how he built his reputation breaking Bachelor spoilers long before the finales aired—and why his reporting has changed the way fans watch reality television. They dive into the latest headlines surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul's unaired Bachelorette season, why ABC pulled the show just days before its premiere, what Steve's sources have told him, and whether the season could still air. Plus, they discuss the latest Love Island drama, the reality behind production, Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce's wedding, and what viewers don't see happening behind the cameras. If you've ever wondered how Reality Steve gets his information—or why millions of fans trust his reporting—this conversation is for you. 🎙️ New episodes of Miss Understood every week. --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Email us infomissunderstoodpodcast@gmail.com Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Rachel sits down with author and longtime entertainment journalist Mark Gray, who was covering the Route 91 Harvest Festival for Rolling Stone on October 1, 2017—never imagining he'd become part of one of the darkest nights in American history. Mark shares what it was like to be inside the festival as gunfire erupted, the lasting impact of surviving the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history, and why he chose to write Las Vegas Massacre Connections . But this conversation isn't just about tragedy. It's about the extraordinary people who found purpose after unimaginable loss. From widows and first responders to survivors who transformed grief into acts of kindness, Mark reveals the remarkable stories that inspired his book and changed his perspective on resilience. Rachel also reflects on her own experiences with trauma, healing, and why moving forward doesn't always mean moving on. A powerful conversation about loss, hope, and the strength of the human spirit. Buy Mark's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Las-Vegas-Massacre-Connections-Deadliest-ebook/dp/B0FQ4GGHSW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1Z1W41ZMXJFCY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rzKHC8KJ_9S5-YdrIsh65Q.YGoToUtQVYHCf1q6vIFkImFnB2yzsOK30TvHxKgksKM&dib_tag=se&keywords=las+vegas+shooting+route+91+harvest+festival+mandalay+bay+massacre+survivor+memoir&qid=1757974447&sprefix=the+las+vegas+massacre+connections+finding+strength+through+tragedy+after+america%27s+deadliest+mass+shooting%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-1 --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sarah Edmondson never thought she'd join a cult. Like so many others, she was searching for personal growth, community, and purpose when she discovered NXIVM—a self-help organization that promised to help people become the best version of themselves. Instead, she found herself trapped inside one of the most notorious cults in modern history. In this eye-opening conversation, Sarah shares how she became involved with NXIVM, the red flags she noticed from the beginning, and why she ignored them. She opens up about the secret inner circle known as DOS, the shocking branding ritual that changed everything, and the moment she realized the organization was far more dangerous than she ever imagined. Rachel also shares her own experiences with coercive environments and explores the psychology behind manipulation, control, and why intelligent, successful people can find themselves caught in systems they never intended to join. This is more than a story about NXIVM. It's a conversation about trust, belonging, influence, and how easily our instincts can be overridden when the right person—or organization—knows exactly what we want to hear. Sarah's New Book "A Little Bit Culty: Navigating Cults, Control and Coercion" : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GSLMQSNG/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_1SRVB8CAP59353KWMAFF?linkCode=ml1&tag=sarahjedmonds-20&linkId=392e3fe96936a691bf47e4d22bdf4b09 --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
For decades, Joey Merlino has been one of the most controversial and recognizable figures in America. Federal prosecutors called him the boss of the Philadelphia crime family. He's spent years behind bars, fought some of the biggest federal cases of his life, and recently became the subject of renewed public attention through a Netflix documentary. In this candid conversation with Rachel Uchitel, Joey opens up about prison, solitary confinement, loyalty, betrayal, gambling addiction, family, second chances, and how he navigates a world where everyone seems to have an opinion about him. Whether you view him as a mob boss, businessman, survivor, or something else entirely, this conversation reveals a side of Joey Merlino that rarely makes the headlines. --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
After Netflix's The Crash reignited national attention around Mackenzie Shirilla, Rachel Uchitel sits down with former inmate Kat Crowder, who spent time incarcerated with her in Ohio prison. Kat shares what Mackenzie was really like behind bars, why she says the woman featured in the documentary didn't match the person she observed in prison, and what inmates thought about one of the most talked-about true crime cases in recent years. She also discusses Mackenzie's prison reputation, disciplinary reports, relationships behind bars, and the reaction inmates had to seeing the documentary while incarcerated. But this conversation becomes much more than a story about Mackenzie. Kat opens up about her own troubled past, her father's suicide, addiction, multiple arrests, a high-speed police chase that landed her in prison, and the daughter she believes ultimately saved her life. It's a powerful story about accountability, redemption, second chances, and rebuilding after prison. --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Boomer Buddies Rescue: https://www.boomersbuddies.com Jessica Davis IG: https://www.instagram.com/jessandheranimals/?hl=en As wildfires tore through California, many residents were forced to flee without knowing if they would ever see their pets again. In this heartbreaking episode, Rachel Uchitel speaks with animal rescuer Jessica Davis, who entered the Palisades fire zones to search for stranded animals after entire neighborhoods had been destroyed. Jessica shares the emotional stories of desperate owners, surviving pets found hiding in the rubble, and the devastating reality facing California’s overwhelmed shelter system. From rescue efforts during active fire conditions to the growing animal crisis happening across the state, this is a powerful conversation about survival, compassion, and the bond between people and their animals. --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Reality TV icon, model, entrepreneur, author, and luxury real estate powerhouse Kelly Bensimon joins Rachel for a deeply personal conversation about reinvention, resilience, and why being misunderstood may actually be her greatest strength. Fresh off filming E!’s highly anticipated new reality series The Golden Life — which reunites original RHONY legends in Palm Beach — Kelly opens up about what it was really like stepping back into ensemble reality television on an entirely different network with a completely new storytelling style and energy. But this episode goes far beyond reality TV. Kelly shares the truth about rebuilding herself over and over again — from modeling and publishing to becoming one of the top luxury real estate brokers in New York and Florida — all while learning how to stand firmly on her own two feet. She reflects on public perception, fame, heartbreak, and why she’s finally comfortable owning the parts of herself the world never fully understood. She also addresses her complicated history with Bethenny Frankel, discusses the lasting tension from the RHONY years, and gives her honest thoughts on friendship, competition, and reality television today. The conversation also dives into love, dating, and relationships after the end of her engagement to financier Scott Litner in 2024. --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Andrea Bartzen was labeled the “Fake Cartier” in a viral society scandal that lit up Palm Beach, Manhattan, and social media. But headlines rarely tell the full story. In this episode of Miss Understood, Rachel Uchitel sits down with Andrea for an exclusive conversation about the accusations, the media storm, and how one article changed her life overnight. Andrea opens up about her past, her connections, the claims made against her, and why she says much of the story was false. Then Rachel takes it one step further — attending one of Andrea’s real-life events herself and sharing what happened after the cameras stopped rolling. Is Andrea Bartzen misunderstood… or exactly who critics say she is? Watch and decide for yourself. #MissUnderstood #RachelUchitel #AndreaBartzen --- --- — VISIT OUR AMAZING SPONSORS! Odyssey Functional Energy Go to www.odysseyfunctionalenergy.com/ and use code RACHEL20 at checkout for 20% OFF --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
K-Beauty expert Erin An joins Rachel Uchitel on Miss Understood to break down why thousands of people — including celebrities and luxury clients — are flying to Korea for advanced beauty treatments. From stacked lasers and stem cell facials to anti-aging trends not available in America, Erin explains what makes Korean beauty clinics so different, why Seoul has become the global hub for cosmetic treatments, and what people should know before booking their own trip. Learn more at: http://www.kbeautyconcierge.com/ Follow: IG: @k__beauty__concierge IG: @erinfromkbeautyconcierge --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What would you do if everything you worked for was suddenly taken from you? In this episode, Rachel sits down with Amy Nelson to break down a shocking 6-year legal battle involving Amazon, federal prosecutors, and a case that completely unraveled. Amy’s husband, a former Amazon Web Services real estate executive, was accused of being part of a multi-million dollar kickback scheme tied to data center land deals. Amazon claimed he used insider knowledge to profit from real estate transactions. Then everything escalated. The FBI showed up at their home. The government seized their money. Their assets were taken. Their family lost their home and financial stability. And yet… after years of investigation, the government never filed charges. Multiple related cases collapsed. Key guilty pleas were vacated. No conviction. No charges. Amy breaks down what really happened behind the scenes, the pressure to plead guilty, and what it’s like to go up against one of the most powerful companies in the world — and survive it. --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Before he was standing next to the President of the United States at the most chaotic White House Correspondents' Dinner in history — Oz Pearlman sat down with Rachel in 2023 and told her everything. In this throwback episode, Rachel sits down with Oz Pearlman, the mentalist who just took the world by storm at the 2026 WHCD, for an intimate conversation you won't find anywhere else. Oz opens up about growing up as the twin who survived, how losing his other half at birth shaped the man he became, and how a magician on a bar mitzvah cruise changed the entire trajectory of his life. From teaching himself magic in his bedroom in Michigan, to quitting Wall Street after a CEO told him he had no business being there, to becoming the most talked-about mentalist in America — this is the origin story the world is now desperate to know. And yes — he reads Rachel's mind live on mic. And it will make your jaw drop. If you're just discovering Oz Pearlman, start here. This is where it all began. --- --- — VISIT OUR AMAZING SPONSORS! --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
To watch the full interview go to: https://www.patreon.com/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel To listen to the full interview go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miss-understood-with-rachel-uchitel/id1676849476?i=1000763518791 Andrea Bartzen was labeled the “Fake Cartier” in a viral society scandal that lit up Palm Beach, Manhattan, and social media. But headlines rarely tell the full story. In this episode of Miss Understood , Rachel Uchitel sits down with Andrea for an exclusive conversation about the accusations, the media storm, and how one article changed her life overnight. Andrea opens up about her past, her connections, the claims made against her, and why she says much of the story was false. Then Rachel takes it one step further — attending one of Andrea’s real-life events herself and sharing what happened after the cameras stopped rolling. Is Andrea Bartzen misunderstood… or exactly who critics say she is? Watch and decide for yourself. #MissUnderstood #RachelUchitel #AndreaBartzen --- --- — VISIT OUR AMAZING SPONSORS! OHHO Go to weareohho.com and use code MISS15 at checkout for 15% OFF --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Buy Rob's Book "It Started With a Whisper": https://a.co/d/00i2kw8c Gossip insider and author Rob Shuter joins Rachel Uchitel on Miss Understood to break down the biggest celebrity stories you need to know. Rob reveals insider intel on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's highly secretive summer wedding — including why even the guests don't know the location yet. He breaks down whether Diddy could actually walk free within months, what's really happening behind the scenes with Blake Lively's career-ending lawsuit, and why he believes Madonna's comeback has been carefully orchestrated from the start. Plus: the truth about the Met Gala struggling to sell tickets, Wendy Williams' heartbreaking reality, Britney Spears' only shot at recovery, and why the Savannah Guthrie story has stalled in the media. Rob also opens up about his debut novel It Started With a Whisper — a thinly veiled fiction about the world's most powerful gossips, and why streamers are already calling. --- --- — VISIT OUR AMAZING SPONSOR! OHHO Go to weareohho.com and use code MISS15 at checkout for 15% OFF --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
For the Full Interview, Go To: https://www.patreon.com/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel "My introduction to the world was riots and violence." Azadeh Atzberger was born in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution — bombs, riots, and chaos were her earliest memories. She came to America as a child, was bullied relentlessly, called the Ayatollah's daughter, and found herself in a violent, abusive relationship that left her bloodied, stitched up, and abandoned at a mental institution by her own mother. Today she is one of the leading voices on narcissistic abuse recovery — author of the 12 Steps of Narcissistic Abuse, a couples coach, and a women's empowerment expert who has helped thousands reclaim their lives, their identity, and their power. As Iran is at war and the world watches, Rachel Uchitel sits down with a woman who actually lived it — and came out the other side stronger than anyone who tried to break her. --- --- — VISIT OUR AMAZING SPONSOR! OHHO Go to weareohho.com and use code MISS15 at checkout for 15% OFF --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
She was called a liar, a fraud, and a con — but what if the story you were told was manufactured? Rachel Dolezal, now Nkechi Diallo, sits down with Rachel Uchitel for her most honest conversation yet. From a survivalist childhood in rural Montana, sexual abuse, and a cultish household, to Howard University, leading the NAACP, and the private investigator her own parents hired to destroy her credibility — this is the story behind the headlines. Plus, life after the fallout: OnlyFans, losing every job, and finding peace in the quiet work nobody sees. --- --- — VISIT OUR AMAZING SPONSOR! OHHO Go to weareohho.com and use code MISS15 at checkout for 15% OFF --- --- --- PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, AND GIVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!: ratethispodcast.com/missunderstood Become a Patreon Member: https://www.patreon.com/c/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel Shop Miss Understood Merch https://missumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
For the Full Interview, Go To: https://www.patreon.com/MissUnderstoodwithRachelUchitel In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Staats, aka Old Man Liver, who tried to buy the naming rights to Fyre Festival. Things took a wild turn when Billy McFarland sent over a botched contract generated by ChatGPT—complete with the wrong company name. We dive into what really happened, Billy’s unprofessional dealings, and how it all fell apart. --- --- — OUR SPONSORS OHHO Go to weareohho.com and use code MISS15 at checkout for 15% OFF ⸻ Shop Miss Understood Merch https://mumerch.com/ Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: George Carmona Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a 5-star review! Do you have show ideas, media requests or sponsorship opportunities? Email the show at: ru@missumedia.com Listen on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw13NrSKD-nD_8E0vBHt5hA Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RachelUchitel Website: https://missunderstoodpodcast.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
