Rich Text

We view America’s beloved reality dating show as both a fun indulgence and a deep exploration of our unique societal norms. This is the inspiration behind our newsletter, which aims to cover a wide range of topics with a mix of humor and insight. Rich Text will be a platform for engaging discussions about culture, personal experiences, and political matters. We’ll provide a variety of opinions on pop culture, share calls to action related to politics, keep you updated on Bachelor Nation happenings, and offer book suggestions and reviews, along with other favorites of ours (both loved and loathed). Join us for the latest gossip from reality TV, and don’t miss out on our tips for scrunchies and loungewear!

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'White Lotus' S3 Left Us Unsatisfied

2 weeks ago | claireandemma.substack.com | Claire Fallon |Emma Gray

Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -18:44Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. Our favorite rich-people-being-shitty-in-paradise prestige scripted TV show, “The White Lotus” just wrapped up season 3, and we have to be honest: Much like Laurie (Carrie Coon), or Timothy Ratliff (Jason Isaacs), we didn’t have our best vacation ever.
The Week In Recommendations 4.9.25

2 weeks ago | claireandemma.substack.com | Emma Gray |Claire Fallon

This is the free edition of Rich Text, a newsletter about cultural obsessions from your Internet BFFs Emma and Claire. If you like what you see and hear, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Our latest subscriber podcast was about the fallout on Bravo from Craig Conover and Paige DeSorbo’s breakup. An episode about “White Lotus” S3 is coming soon! Rich Text is a reader-supported project.
The Week In Recommendations 3.26.25

1 month ago | claireandemma.substack.com | Emma Gray |Rebecca Traister |Jamie Feldman

This is the free edition of Rich Text, a newsletter about cultural obsessions from your Internet BFFs Emma and Claire. If you like what you see and hear, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Our latest subscriber podcast was about “Severance” season 2! Rich Text is a reader-supported project. New Yorkers: Governor Hochul is reportedly trying to force a mask ban through the state budget. Call your local reps and express opposition to this. NYCLU has put together a digital toolkit.
'The Traitors' S3 Finale Was Honestly Pretty Perfect

1 month ago | claireandemma.substack.com | Emma Gray |Kelsey McKinney

Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -15:33Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. Claire is out sick, so the wonderful joined me to recap the “Traitors” finale! Go order her book! Also: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS!During this season of “The Traitors,” a 10+ year dedication to Bachelor Nation finally payed off.
Emma Got Married!

1 month ago | claireandemma.substack.com | Claire Fallon

Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -12:25Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. Emma is officially a married woman! (Or, as she likes to think of herself, an appendage.) She and Adam tied the knot this weekend at Shun Lee West, a Chinese restaurant on the Upper West Side, in a Jewish ceremony that artfully mingled tradition with their own unique personalities and values.
The Week In Recommendations 2.12.25

2 months ago | claireandemma.substack.com | Emma Gray |Hamilton Nolan

This is the free edition of Rich Text, a newsletter about cultural obsessions from your Internet BFFs Emma and Claire. If you like what you see and hear, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Our latest subscriber podcast was about “The Traitors” episodes 4-6. Rich Text is a reader-supported project.
'The Traitors' E4-6: Chaos Reigns

2 months ago | claireandemma.substack.com | Claire Fallon

Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -10:57Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. Halfway through the third season of “The Traitors” US, one thing has become clear: This game is in a shambles. The Traitors are demoralized and divided, unable to pursue any real strategy because they hate each other more than anyone else in the house.
It’s Funny We Met On Hinge

2 months ago | claireandemma.substack.com | Emma Gray

This newsletter post is sponsored by Hinge. Adam and I always say that there are two stories of how we met. The short story is simple and straightforward: We matched on Hinge* in March of 2019. And then there’s a longer one…I was raised on a steady diet of classic ‘80s and ‘90s rom-coms.
The Week In Recommendations 1.29.25

2 months ago | claireandemma.substack.com | Emma Gray |Paul Krugman |John Ganz

This is the free edition of Rich Text, a newsletter about cultural obsessions from your Internet BFFs Emma and Claire. If you like what you see and hear, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Our latest subscriber post was about how to stay sane during Trump 2.0., with .Another episode about “The Traitors” is coming soon.Rich Text is a reader-supported project. “Mr. Lonely,” a piece from Zoë Hu in the Baffler about Andrew Tate and his isolating, financially exploitative view of masculinity.
How We're Going To Stay Sane Under Trump

Jan 24, 2025 | claireandemma.substack.com | Claire Fallon

Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -14:18Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. With Donald Trump officially back in office, and a flood of abhorrent executive orders and public displays of fascism already grabbing our attention, we couldn’t focus on anything else this week.