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Forbidden Fruits with Julia Fox and Niki Takesh

BySpotify Studios
49 episodes

Podcast Summary

Forbidden Fruits features no holds barred cultural commentary by Julia Fox and her co-host Niki Takesh, two influential, opinionated, and transgressive women with a keen understanding of the current intersection of pop culture, sex, and stigma. Through the course of the series, they will be treating taboo content and electrifying, culturally relevant guests with empathy and understanding in order to gain deeper insight into the controversial topics and figures featured.Subscribe now and never miss an episode of this Spotify exclusive series!

#1

The Last Tea [Audio Only]

You thought you were getting a season recap, but we’re handing out the freshest of fruits. Julia and Niki reflect on Season 2, including behind-the-scenes moments and updates on their juiciest guests.The following content contains adult subject matter, including sensitive material, and is intended for adult consumption only. It may not be suitable for all audiences, therefore, discretion is advised. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-08-11•44mins
#2

Maitland Ward, Porn's Heroine

Porn’s leading lady, Maitland Ward, talks about her empowered exit from “mainstream Hollywood” for more erotic acting roles, being safe on set, and why nobody puts “Hot Rachel” in a box. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-08-04•36mins
#3

Paz de la Huerta, The Survivor

The successful actor and messy icon — Paz de la Huerta — shares how she pieced together the puzzle of her truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-07-28•20mins
#4

We're All Lost

Julia and Niki answer another round of questions submitted by our Forbidden Fans. An unexpected guest, with firsthand advice, emerges from behind the camera to help them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-07-21•29mins
#5

Ava Louise, Not That Girl

Social media survivor Ava Louise candidly opens up about her past as an influencer and viral queen. She’s self-aware, grown up, and living in the wake of her former online persona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-07-14•30mins
#6

Abby Stein, Her Own Rabbi

Author, activist, and rabbi Abby Stein chronicles her exit from the ultra-Orthodox Hasidic community and how she stepped into her true self as a trans woman and proud rabbi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-07-07•42mins
#7

M.I.A., Poster Child of Rebellion

The OG rebel M.I.A. logs on from Bali and gets deep — despite it being 8 a.m. island time. She ponders her evolving relationship with fans, The Artist versus The Activist, and a few of her most newsworthy comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-06-30•36mins
#8

Trisha Paytas, The Accidental Artist

Our next forbidden fruit is Malibu Barbie’s mom! Clad in all-pink, the bubbly yet oft-canceled Trisha Paytas talk about their marriage, reflecting the zeitgeist in their videos, and how they accidentally became the performance artist who divided the Internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-06-23•53mins

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#9

Lana Rhoades, More Than Adult Film Alum

Porn execs had high hopes for Lana Rhoades, but she had a different future in mind. Today, Lana is a mama and fashion designer who can’t be boxed in by her past. The girls discuss going back to au naturel, empathy for men, and the terrors of online trolls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-06-16•45mins
#10

The Clermont Twins, Works of Art

The Clermont Twins are more than just Bad Girls, they’re Works of Art. The infamous duo — Shannade and Shannon — walks us through their matching cosmetic work, their fashion aspirations, and how they use their twin superpowers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-06-09•38mins
#11

Courtney Stodden, Modern Day Jesus

Julia’s top Google Search and dream guest has entered the chat: Courtney Stodden. She’s been crucified by the tabloids for years, but today she has risen from the ashes to share the road to healing herself… and her gut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-06-02•34mins
#12

Amanda de Cadenet, The First Socialite

Photographer, media personality, author, and host of The Conversation — Amanda de Cadenet — drops jewels of wisdom on sex, sobriety, and how she’s handled being a rockstar’s wife… twice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-05-26•53mins
#13

Nikoo Nooryani, The Humble Activist

Nikoo, Iranian activist and Niki’s longtime friend, informs us on the uprising in Iran and shares how unified, strong, and punk rock Iranian women are. For more info, check out The Center for Human Rights in Iran @ICHRI and The Abdorrahman Boroumand Center @iranrights_org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-05-19•40mins
#14

Grimes, The Unlikely Optimist (Part II)

In Part II, Grimes brings a welcome if surprising dose of optimism to the convo, as she and Julia muse on what becoming mothers has done to their brains. Julia also volunteers to inhabit a new planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-05-12•28mins
#15

Grimes, The Tech Spy (Part I)

This conversation was too good — and too forbidden — for just one episode. In Part I of this extended conversation, Grimes, the artist and our resident authority on tech, knocks us out with her thoughts on the future of AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-05-05•28mins
#16

Clap Back or Cancelled?

Our girls aren’t afraid of a little controversy. In this episode, Niki asks Julia about her past ‘cancellations’ — and whether or not she is clapping back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-04-28•27mins
#17

Susan Miller, Star Reader to the Stars

We’re in the Age of Aquarius, which also means it’s time for our air sign hosts to thrive. Queen of Astrology, Susan Miller, joins the show to make some predictions about the year ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-04-21•36mins
#18

Richie Shazam, Sister of All Trades

Richie — image-maker, model, legend. You’ve seen the incredible face and looks she serves, but you maybe haven’t heard Richie's journey in her own words. The girls pop their sister’s podcast cherry as our most-requested guest comes by to kiki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-04-14•48mins
#19

Emily Ratajkowski, The Queen of Divorce

We could all take classes from the (oft-underestimated) model, author, activist EmRata — she’s become the go-to icon for embracing singledom and living her best life by not letting gossip or the paparazzi get her down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-04-07•39mins
#20

Dear Julia + Niki

You asked, and they answered. Julia and Niki’s followers ask about everything from confidence to sex, to oversharing. Listen and you may learn something, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-03-31•34mins
#21

Amber Rose, The Protector of Her Peace

Amber Rose ascended to fame on her own terms. On this episode, the model, rapper, mom, and MUVA corrects the narrative around her come-up before she and Julia talk about a little something they have in common. Experiencing domestic violence? Visit spotify.com/FFresources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-03-24•47mins
#22

Billy McFarland, The Fyre Scammer

The internet's favorite swindler, Billy McFarland, joins the show post-jail and pre-his next big venture. Julia and Niki challenge Billy with the hard-hitting questions. For resources on the topics discussed, visit spotify.com/FFresources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-03-17•49mins
#23

The Return

Julia and Niki reunite to catch us up on their lives since last season and answer their fans' most burning — and sometimes questionable — questions. For resources on the topics discussed, visit spotify.com/FFresources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-03-17•30mins

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#24

Forbidden Fruits Is Back

Forbidden Fruits is tickling more of your senses this season. Julia Fox and Niki Takesh return for Season 2 in full video, serving the fiercest looks, the most audacious takes, and meeting controversy with empathy in their signature style. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023-03-15•1mins
#25

Season 1 Finale

Yes, you read that right, this episode marks the official end of season 1. Today, we look back on a season full of great conversations, hilarious moments, and more support from our listeners than we could have ever expected. To those that have been listening, thank you and we hope to see you back for another season! To those that are new here, you have a lot of catching up to do and there's no better time than now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-05-06•56mins
#26

Julia Fox, the Hottest Topic

As we're nearing the end of the season, we decided to give you the guest you've all been asking for over the past few months. We're talking about none other than our very own: Julia Fox. Tune in as Niki and Julia catch up and discuss some juicy details about Julia's life you definitely haven't heard before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-04-22•36mins
#27

FKA Twigs, the Most Wholesome Icon

Aside from being a bondage toting, pole dancing, London-based singer-songwriter that has made a Stan out of everyone here at Forbidden Fruits, there are also things about FKA twigs that are not common knowledge. For example, she happens to be one of Niki's best (and most wholesome) friends. Tune in to hear how they met, what they've been through together, and how Twigs is dealing with the challenges of her career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-04-15•1hr 3mins
#28

Caroline Calloway, the Engima

Is Caroline Calloway an influencer, a writer, a skincare saleswoman, a creativity coach, or just a low-down scammer? We have no clue. One thing is for certain though, Caroline Calloway likes rich bitch things. Answering a question is clearly NOT a rich bitch thing. Luckily, we were able to trick her into answering a few. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-04-08•51mins
#29

Danielle Miller, the Horace Mann Swiffer Girl

Today’s story started back in 2004, before “going viral” became something to aspire toward. The now alleged scammer and convicted felon, Danielle Miller, was a 13 year old girl who sent her crush videos of herself masturbating with a Swiffer mop. Of course the video circulated the school and before long, Danielle was known as the Swiffer Girl. On this episode, Julia and Niki learn how going viral has affected Danielle's life and how it relates to her current run-ins with the law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-04-01•1hr 9mins
#30

Carrie White, the First Lady of Hairdressing

All of you will not have heard of Carrie White, but to list Carrie's credentials would be a lot like playing hopscotch on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and reading out all the names you step on. With a life as crazy as Carrie's, it comes as no surprise that her best selling memoir "Upper Cut" is now being developed into a biopic starring none other than our very own Julia Fox. Tune in to hear some of the wild stories that may (or may not) find their way into the pic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-03-25•50mins
#31

Alexis Haines, the Pretty Wild Icon

Our millennial listeners will almost certainly know the name Alexis Neiers, but even the younger among us must have been living under a rock to have missed the viral video of Alexis leaving a series of sobbing messages on journalist Nancy Jo's voicemail. Alexis' teenage years were "Pretty Wild" indeed as she struggled with drug addiction and a high profile lawsuit for being involved in a bling ring that robbed celebrity's homes. However, the Alexis you will hear today has changed in ways far more profound than her last name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-03-18•1hr 1mins
#32

Anna Delvey, the German Heiress

On this long awaited episode, Julia and Niki call into Orange County facility to talk to the fake German Heiress that took the media by storm: Anna Delvey. Although she was released from Rikers Island in 2021, she was picked up by ICE soon thereafter for overstaying her VISA. In the meantime, Netflix has released a series based on Anna's story and the media has been raving about her friendship with Julia. So we decided to set up a call to check in with Anna and to ask her all the burning questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-03-11•53mins
#33

Chloe Cherry, the Euphoria Phenom

When season 2 of HBO's Euphoria dropped, it was one character in particular that stole the viewers' hearts: Faye. As a former adult actress with more than 600 scenes to her name, Chloe Cherry proved that she doesn't need to get naked to wow an audience. Julia and Niki talk to the new found superstar to learn more about her past and her transition into television. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-03-04•46mins
#34

Lydia Dupra, the Heaux Mentor

On this episode, we talk to Lydia Dupra a.k.a. the Heaux Mentor. A sex worker turned entrepreneur that launched Heaux Cosmetics, a line of cosmetic products that contains oxytocin and other chemicals that mimic the effect of pheromones. Aside from running a successful business, the Heaux Mentor offers free advice and mentoring to sex workers that are trying to navigate the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-02-25•57mins
#35

Zola, the Story Savant

Julia and Niki sit down with the one and only Zola, the Detroit stripper that went viral when she told the story of her "hoe trip" to Florida in a 148-tweet thread. The story, told in a way only Zola could have, caused such a stir that it drew the attention of filmmakers the likes of James Franco and A24. Deciding to partner up with the latter, Zola is now credited an executive producer of her self-titled movie and is showing no signs of slowing down any time soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-02-18•1hr 2mins
#36

Benita Alexander, the Love Conned Power Woman

Julia and Niki sit down with Benita Alexander, an award winning producer who fell victim to one of the most outrageous love scams of our time. Her relationship with the Italian "super surgeon", Paolo Macchiarini started off as something out of a fairytale, but things took a turn for the worst just weeks before the wedding. What follows is a plot that involves the Pope, a trip to Barcelona, and a back seat full of wine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-02-11•55mins
#37

ILoveMakonnen, the Queer Trailblazer

In 2014, ILoveMakonnen took the club by storm with his mega hit "Tuesday". Although he seemed to have solidified his succes by signing to OVO Sound that same year, the relationship proved to be short lived. He left the label in 2016 and never rose to the prominence he seemed destined for. On this episode, Forbidden Fruits check in with Makonnen to see how his life has changed since his big succes and what his views are on queer culture within the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-02-04•1hr 8mins
#38

Azriel Clary, an R. Kelly Survivor

While R. Kelly is found guilty on 9 counts and is facing life in prison, Forbidden Fruits sits down with the 23 year old Azriel Clary who had been with the R&B singer from the time she was 17 until she was 22. Azriel, who first went public by defending R. Kelly in an interview with Gayle King in 2019, came back two years later to admit that she was coached and manipulated into defending him. On this episode, we check in with Azriel to see how her life has changed since she reclaimed her individuality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-01-28•48mins
#39

Ava Louise, the Messy Legend

Julia and Niki sit down with Ava Louise, a clout culture queen that has mastered the art of trolling like none other. Faithfully giving us at least one annual scandal since 2019, the self proclaimed sociopath is back with another juicy story, this time involving NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Antonio Brown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-01-21•1hr 7mins
#40

Behind The Scenes with Julia Fox

Today, we come to you with a PSA that can't wait til Friday! Julia has been all over the internet this week, so it's only right for her to address some of the controversies and set the record straight. From a hotel room in LA, Julia talks about her romance with Ye and sends a heartfelt message to her ex-husband, Peter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-01-13•27mins
#41

Natassia Dreams, the Black Trans Queen

On this episode of Forbidden Fruits, Julia and Niki have a talk with Natassia Dreams, one of the world first black transsexual adult actresses. We discuss transitioning, her early days as a sex worker, her experiences with Ballroom culture, and the challenges she has faced as a black trans woman in the adult industry. In short, an episode you definitely would not want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-01-07•1hr 0mins
#42

The Happenings, a 2021 Recap

Sure, 2020 was an unusually crazy year. And while the virus spread, so too did the expectation (or should we say hope) that 2021 would somehow be better. But was it? Hear what Julia and Niki have to say as they recap the events that were most memorable to them, along with some of their personal experiences - all in PERFECT chronological order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-12-18•44mins
#43

Jane Doe 15 vs. Jeffrey Epstein Pt.2

As we continue our conversation with Jane Doe 15, we talk about her experiences in court, her thoughts on Ghislaine Maxwell - who at the time of writing, is being tried for her involvement in this case - and the process of her recovery.CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses adult subject matter, including descriptions of sexual abuse of a child, and is intended for adult consumption only. Listener discretion is advised. If you have been affected by sexual violence, free, confidential support is available 24/7 through RAINN's National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800.656-4673 and online.rainn.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-12-10•47mins
#44

Jane Doe 15 vs. Jeffrey Epstein Pt.1

In 2020, the Netflix documentary "Filthy Rich" laid bare the egregious crimes committed by powerful financier Jeffrey Epstein, who allegedly took his own life after being found guilty on a number of counts in 2019. This week, Forbidden Fruits sits down with one of Epstein's survivors whose testimony helped put him in jail.CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses adult subject matter, including descriptions of sexual abuse of a child, and is intended for adult consumption only. Listener discretion is advised. If you have been affected by sexual violence, free, confidential support is available 24/7 through RAINN's National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800.656-4673 and online.rainn.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-12-03•43mins
#45

Niki Takesh, the Co-host With The Most

Those that have been listening to Forbidden Fruits know that our guests are some of the most fascinating people with the wildest stories. This episode is no different, save for the fact that this week, our guest is none other than our very own Niki Takesh! Listen in to learn how Niki rose to influencer-like fame in a pre-social media era, and how a rock and roll lifestyle has shaped her to be an ideal host for a show like Forbidden Fruits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-11-19•54mins
#46

Cat Marnell, the HOT Mess

Julia and Niki chat with the New York legend who famously quit her job by writing "I couldn’t spend another summer meeting deadlines behind a computer when I could be on the rooftop of Le Bain looking for shooting stars and smoking angel dust with my friends..". The one and only Cat Marnell. Tune in to learn how this New York Times best selling author that once refused to get clean, did just that.Find Cat Marnell on Patreon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-11-12•45mins
#47

Leah McSweeney, the Realest Housewife

On this week's Forbidden Fruits, Julia and Niki chat with the Downtown legend and RHONY superstar, Leah McSweeney. We talk addiction, love life, and of course a whole bunch of RHONY. So if you want to know who Leah's least favorite housewife is, or how she turned a violent and bloody run-in with the NYPD into a successful clothing brand, make sure you check out this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-11-05•48mins
#48

Michele Hatchette, a NXIVM loyalist

Julia and Niki sit down with Michele Hatchette, a former member of the controversial NXIVM cult and one of the women that joined DOS, the secret society that formed within NXIVM. Despite statements from her own friends claiming to be sexually abused, and the subsequent life sentencing of Keith Raniere, Michele has not denounced Raniere or the practices within DOS. She even formed a group called The Dossier Project through which she (and 7 other former members of DOS) are trying to “set the record straight”. Listen to her side of the story as Julia and Niki ask all the hard hitting questions in this week’s episode of Forbidden Fruits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-10-29•40mins
#49

Welcome to Forbidden Fruits with Julia Fox and Niki Takesh

Since the inception of the original sin, the tree of sweet and juicy taboo has held its fruit over the heads of mankind. But much like the valiant individual that dared to take that first bite of durian, the world needs curious rebels to move us forward. Rebels like Julia Fox and Niki Takesh. Two influential, opinionated, and transgressive women with a keen understanding of the current intersection of pop culture, sex, and stigma. So if unadulterated opinion and juicy tea is your...well, cup of tea, subscribe to Forbidden Fruits with Julia Fox and Niki Takesh now to hear the first episode on October 28. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-10-21•1mins

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