The Meredith Marks Academy of Dramaturgy (Patreon)

In which we talk Ariana Madix's Lifetime debut, Jen and Lizzy's joint prison slay, continuing WGA-SAG strike, and RHOC/RHOSLC drama!

Sources: 

• Ariana Madix Stars in Meaghan Good's Lifetime Movie 'Buying Back My Daughter': Watch the Trailer [ET]
• Jen Shah Has Reportedly 'Bonded' with Elizabeth Holmes in Prison [ET]
• 'RHOC' STAR SHANNON BEADOR ARRESTED FOR DUI, HIT-AND-RUN … Struck House in Newport Beach [TMZ]
• Kroy Biermann says he, ‘self-absorbed’ Kim Zolciak are ‘destitute,’ mansion facing foreclosure again [PageSix]
• Kelly Rowland Says Her Biggest Beauty Splurge Is an LED Light: I 'Sleep Under It Every Night' (Exclusive) [People]
• Halle Berry doubles down on Drake feud, claims she denied permission to use slime photo [Page Six]
• [Just Jared]
• DANCING WITH THE STARS MAURICIO'S GREAT, BUT WE ALSO WANT KYLE AND MORGAN! [TMZ]
• ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show’ Pushes Back Return Amid Writers Strike [Variety]
• Drew Barrymore to ‘pause’ talk show following backlash amid strikes: ‘My deepest apologies’ [Page Six]
• 'The Talk' Pauses Season Premiere Amid Writers' Strike [ET]

Skips:

• Raquel Leviss changes Instagram username to Rachel after ‘Vanderpump Rules’ exit, Tom Sandoval block [Page Six]
• Ariana Madix Says 'Vanderpump Rules' Cast Will Cheer Her on During 'Dancing With the Stars' Stint (Exclusive) [ET]
• KIM K SON SAINT FLIPS THE BIRD TO PAPS … Light Tsk, Tsk from Mama [TMZ]
• Maren Morris Reveals She's Leaving Country Music [ET]
• Katy Perry Sells Catalog to Litmus Music for $225 Million [Billboard]
• Chris Brown Responds to Tinashe's Comments About Their Collaboration & Her Regrets [Just Jared]