Velvet Vices

By: Jackson Sharp and Taylor Hunt
  • Summary

  • Velvet Vices is a cultural commentary podcast hosted by Jackson Sharp and Taylor Hunt. These college best friends, now living miles apart, offer unfiltered and witty cultural commentary on trending media topics and all things pop culture. Their show blends storytelling, personal anecdotes, and questionable inside jokes, giving listeners a glimpse into their enduring friendship. Find us on Instagram: @velvetvicespodcast Find us on TikTok: @velvetvicespodcast
    Jackson Sharp and Taylor Hunt
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Episodes
  • Reacting to the Grammys Wins
    Feb 9 2025

    For their 40th episode, Velvet Vices shares their thoughts and opinions on the events and outcomes of the 2025 Grammys. They also discuss Taylor's journey to being vape free and Jackson's celebrity documentary obsession.


    Timestamps

    00:00 Update on Taylor quitting smoking

    15:10 Celebrity documentaries

    18:48 Opining on The Grammys

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • The Evolution of Stan Culture, Celebrity Symbolism, & Quitting Smoking
    Feb 2 2025

    Jackson and Taylor discuss the challenges of quitting smoking, the nuances of liking or disliking celebrities, the impact of stan culture on artists, and the complexities of celebrity culture and fandoms. The conversation also delves into the ethics of fan fiction and the importance of visuals in pop culture, all while sharing personal anecdotes and reflections on their favorite artists and shows.


    Timestamps

    00:00 Cheap wine and quitting smoking

    21:30 Communicating through "stanning" and the evolution of fandoms

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • The Trisha Paytas Iceberg
    Jan 26 2025

    In their first ever iceberg episode, Velvet Vices dives deep into the multifaceted life of Trisha Paytas, exploring her rise to fame through YouTube, her ventures into podcasting, her music career, and the controversies that have surrounded her. The hosts discuss her iconic moments, her relationships, and the impact of her trolling era, while also touching on her reality TV appearances and the phenomenon of her cancellations. The discussion highlights the complexities of her public persona, the cultural significance of her journey, and the impact of her mental health on her content. They also touch on Trisha's evolution as a creator and her legacy in the YouTube community.


    Some topics mentioned:

    30+ Television show appearances

    Music career

    SNL Debut

    Just Trish

    Frenemies

    Stripper

    Vlog Squad

    D'Amelios

    Mukbangs

    King Tut

    OnlyFans

    Trolling era

    Pink G Wagon

    Spending Addiction

    Midwesterner

    Books written

    Musical theater obsession

    Fastest talker lore

    Amy Winehouse music video extra (then made a video about it)

    Eminem music video

    Quentin Tarantino fan youtube origins

    Plus size activism

    Crying on kitchen floor

    The cancellation(s)

    Marrying cardboard cutout of Brad Pitt

    Gabbie Hanna beef

    Jason Nash

    Over 1,000 deleted videos

    Plastic surgeries

    Rehab/Drug era

    Jeffree Star

    Shane Dawson

    Colleen Ballinger

    Sean van der Wilt

    Roger Bart

    Having Children

    BPD Diagnosis

    & more...

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    1 hr and 41 mins

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