Velvet Vices

Jackson Sharp and Taylor Hunt

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

  1. 09/02/2025

    Reacting to the Grammys Wins

    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

    1hr 1min

  2. 02/02/2025

    The Evolution of Stan Culture, Celebrity Symbolism, & Quitting Smoking

    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

    1hr 3min
  3. The Trisha Paytas Iceberg

    26/01/2025

    The Trisha Paytas Iceberg

    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...

    1hr 41min

  4. 19/01/2025

    Cigarettes and Skyscrapers

    Stories about fashion crimes at Carrie Bradshaw's stoop, smoke breaks at The Whitney, ass cracks at The Chelsea Hotel, Drunk Shakespeare, rats and prophets in Union Square, Jackson's spotlight at a comedy show, Taylor's ranking of NYC restrooms, and more are what Jackson and Taylor bring to the audience in this episode.  Feel free to use this episode as a guide for your own trips ;)

    1hr 14min

  5. 12/01/2025

    Live from New York

    Catch up with Jackson and Taylor in this special episode recorded live in NYC. They discuss parties, new music (Traci Lords and Ethel Cain), seeing each other, smoker's rights, Taylor's Spotify time capsule, and read their answers from a couple's questionnaire.

    58 min

  6. 05/01/2025

    New Year, Same Vices

    Happy New Year from Velvet Vices! Listen to Jackson and Taylor reflect on their 2024s and the podcast's accomplishments and milestones in 2024. They then reveal what they hope for and will be working towards in 2025.  Timestamps 00:00 Podcast 2024 Reflections and 2025 Goals 32:22 Personal Reflections and Goals

    56 min

  7. 29/12/2024

    Glitches, Paranormal Activity, Aliens, & Demons

    This eerie episode of Velvet Vices contains stories spanning glitches in the matrix, potential extraterrestrial encounters, seeing ghosts, experiencing deja vu, ouija boards, the Appalachian Mountains, New Orleans, and all things creepy.  Timestamps 00:00 Topic Introduction 07:26 Taylor's Encounters 16:51 Deja Vu & Prophetic Dreams 20:04 The Case of the Disappearing Vape 25:33 Magic Interstate Exit (again) 29:41 Hasbro Ouija Boards for Christmas 36:13 Ghost Tours 43:44 Aliens 45:52 Mandela Effect 48:00 The Mythology of the Appalachian Mountains  53:36 "Motion Sickness" by Phoebe Bridgers

    56 min
  8. Our Holiday Special

    22/12/2024

    Our Holiday Special

    Happy Holidays from Velvet Vices! This week the hosts bring back Song of the Week with a double feature and storytime. Then they delve into sharing their favorite holiday movies, music, specials, and traditions. Hear their thoughts on everything from Elf to Sabrina Carpenter to the Grinch to  Frosty to Jingle Bell Rock to Polar Express and much more.  Timestamps 00:00 About Our Last Episode 05:25 "Barefoot and Buckwild" and "Georgia Peaches" by Lauren Alaina + Storytime 19:25 Visual Holiday Media 21:43 Trishmas by Trisha Paytas 25:59 Christmas Music 36:51 Holiday Traditions 39:51 Classic Christmas Movies

    52 min
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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

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  • Creator
    Jackson Sharp and Taylor Hunt
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jackson Sharp and Taylor Hunt
  • Show Website
    Velvet Vices