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Sep 2022
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Jennette McCurdy’s Memoir I’m Glad My Mo...

Chelsea Devantez
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Chelsea and Marcella Arguello (Woke Bully, 2 Dope Queens) are blown away by Jennette McCurdy’s brand-new best-selling memoir I’m Glad My Mom Died. This once-in-a-generation memoir tracks Jennette’s experience with her deeply abusive mother —from her childhood in a Mormon hoarder home, to her starring role on iCarly. They discuss best friends, blowjob queens, and finally going to therapy. Don’t miss this episode and definitely don’t miss this book!

 

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