The Snack: Coachella, Euphoria, Alex vs. Alix, and the Antichrist

This week on *Girls Gotta Eat*, Ashley and Raina dive into a whirlwind of pop culture chaos, starting with a deep-dive into Coachella's cultural spectacle—its empty LA streets, influencer drama, and Justin Bieber’s controversial YouTube-driven headlining performance. They debunk myths about Bieber selling his catalog, defend his artistic choices, and critique the gendered backlash he received. The hosts then dissect the season three premiere of *Euphoria*, calling it a confusing, gratuitously graphic departure from the show’s original tone, with particular disgust over a grotesque drug mule scene. They explore the absurdity of white girl infighting, spotlighting Amanda Batula’s return to public life and her controversial outing at New York’s Blind Tiger, which they frame as a symptom of chronic 'pick me' energy. The podcast also unpacks the escalating feud between podcasters Alex Cooper and Alex Earl, analyzing the passive-aggressive social media warfare and questioning the role of their shared publicist. In a satirical turn, they mock Trump’s AI-generated image of himself as Jesus, linking it to his growing delusions and dementia-like behavior, while celebrating the real-world triumph of NASA’s Artemis II mission—the first woman and first person of color to orbit the moon. The episode closes with a bittersweet note on the breakup of the autism spectrum couple Abby and David, and a humorous, self-aware send-off as both hosts admit to 'sundowning' and exhaustion. Key takeaways include: 1) Justin Bieber’s Coachella performance was a heartfelt, curated nostalgia trip—not a financial necessity; 2) *Euphoria* Season 3 alienates fans by abandoning its core narrative and embracing gratuitous shock value; 3) Social media drama thrives on performative vulnerability and public shaming, especially when real people are involved; 4) The Artemis II mission marks a historic milestone for women and people of color in space exploration; 5) Public figures like Trump and influencers like Amanda Batula use public appearances as emotional coping mechanisms, often with unintended consequences. The hosts maintain a sharp, satirical tone throughout, blending humor with genuine critique of celebrity culture, mental health, and media manipulation.