Kim Kardashian is always ready for her close-up. Amanda Hirsch, host of the “Not Skinny But Not Fat” podcast and Instagram account, was the first podcaster to interview the Kardashian sisters. During her 2022 sitdown with Kim, Hirsch was struck by Kim’s lack of preference for which side of her face to film—a detail many celebrities fixate on. “I asked her where she wanted to sit, and she said, ‘Oh, I don’t have a side,'” Hirsch recalled, expressing surprise at Kim’s relaxed approach.
Hirsch also noted the Kardashian family’s down-to-earth demeanor, contrasting public perceptions. “They didn’t ask for a list of questions beforehand or arrive with an entourage,” she said. During the interview at Skims’ headquarters, Kim’s daughter North even played basketball nearby.
During a 2023 interview at Kourtney Kardashian’s Los Angeles mansion, Kourtney turned on an electric fireplace for ambiance despite the summer heat. “It’s for the vibes,” she insisted, leaving Hirsch sweating and worried she might faint.
Hirsch began her career sharing memes on Instagram in 2016, later expanding to celebrity interviews. A post mocking Kourtney’s Snapchat once earned a like from Kourtney herself, marking Hirsch’s first realization of social media’s reach. She now interviews major stars like Ryan Reynolds, who sent her a thank-you note and a personalized video for her son after their chat.
Jennifer Aniston once complimented Hirsch’s highlights during an interview, leaving Hirsch flustered. “I awkwardly offered to send her my stylist’s info,” she admitted.
Hirsch’s current dream guest is Meghan Markle. After Hirsch voiced concern online about potential backlash to Markle’s Netflix series, Markle sent her handmade jam and a note reading, “Don’t be scared—this is the fun part.” Hirsch hopes an interview would showcase Markle’s witty, relatable side.