Season 1, Episode 5 "Let's Be Bad" with Roberta Blevins from the Life After MLM podcast

This week, we dive into Smash Season 1, Episode 5, "Let's Be Bad"—an episode that brings us some of the show's most iconic musical numbers and plenty of behind-the-scenes Broadway drama.

Joining us is Roberta Blevins, host of the Life After MLM podcast and featured in the LulaRich miniseries, to break down all the high-stakes energy of this episode. From Ivy’s big Marilyn moment to Julia’s personal life spiraling, we discuss how Smash blends ambition, betrayal, and show-stopping performances. Plus, Roberta shares her insights on power dynamics in the entertainment world, drawing from her own experiences exposing the realities of MLMs (multi-level marketing). Episode recap begins around the 10-minute mark.

Follow Roberta on Instagram @therealrobertablevins and check out Life After MLM wherever you get your podcasts!