Andy's Girls: A Real Housewives Podcast

Pneumonia won't stop the cloffice lights from going on, and neither will some other yada. Sarah welcomes herself back to the land of the living, introduces everyone to a new friend-of (Barbra Streisand-Mellencamp, soon to be surgically demoted), and deep dives the RHONY S2 premiere: Brynn's "I'm too cute to have ulterior motives" persona, a change of perspective on Sai, Jenna's spiritual (literal?) mother-in-law's Anne Meara energy, Becky Minkoff's cluelessness, the revelation that is Raquel, and WTF is going on with Erin and Abe. Ubah Hot is back and spicier than ever, let us all say amen - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 594! Cough! Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, INVITES TO SPECIAL ZOOM EVENTS, AND MORE: https://www.patreon.com/AndysGirls Follow Sarah on social: https://www.instagram.com/damegalli/ Highlighted Organizations Supporting Civilians in Israel and Gaza: Israel Trauma Coalition: The Israel Trauma Coalition provide

Sarah crawls out of her pneumonia cave and thinks, is the temp in the Bravo world too hot right now, or is that just a residual fever? Undeterred thanks to cough drops, ginger ale, and (true) faith, she begins her journey back to health, one DVR'd episode at a time. First up: two Orange Counties ago (time flies), where she unpacks Emily's vulnerable conversation with Heather and the cast about whether or not she is being seen/dismissed/devalued, Katie and Tamra's conversations with their kids about the impact of contentious divorce, Alexis' challenge to handle stresses - including one created by her partner - and more. Take a sip of tea every time Sarah spills some - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 593! Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, INVITES TO SPECIAL ZOOM EVENTS, AND MORE: https://www.patreon.com/AndysGirls Follow Sarah on social: https://www.instagram.com/damegalli/ Highlighted Organizations Supporting Civilians in Israel

Auntie Sarah has pneumonia, and realizes the best prescription (aside from hexagonal ice, obvs) is this prestige two part AG with Kristen Taekman from the cloffice archives! Original show notes from "Shmorit: Part 2" are below! "Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: RHONY Legacy" star, and RHONY alum, Kristen Taekman makes her triumphant return to the pod. In this two-parter, Sarah and Kristen discuss Kristen's experiences on RHUGT, thoughts on Kelly's breakup, Bethenny's recent dinner date reunion with Jill, Jenna Lyons' return to the NY reboot, which Bravolebs were less than friendly at BravoCon, her friendship status with Brandi Glanville, and of course, thoughts on the RHONJ stalemate and RHOC resurgence. Consider this a pop of color in podcast form - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 565 - part 2! Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, INVITES TO SPECIAL ZOOM EVENTS, AND MORE: https://www.patreon.com/AndysGirls Follow Sarah on soci

Auntie Sarah has pneumonia, and realizes the best prescription (aside from hexagonal ice, obvs) is this prestige two part AG with Kristen Taekman from the cloffice archives! Original show notes from "Shmorit: Part 1" are below! Sarah hangs a banner outside the cloffice: come, all ye Housewives, to deep dive. Immediately, the Bravoleb bat call is answered, by "Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: RHONY Legacy" star, and RHONY alum, Kristen Taekman (a true double threat: Bravoholic and Bravoleb!). In this two-parter, they discuss Kristen's experiences on RHUGT, thoughts on Kelly's breakup, Bethenny's recent dinner date reunion with Jill, Jenna Lyons' return to the NY reboot, which Bravolebs were less than friendly at BravoCon, her friendship status with Brandi Glanville, and of course, thoughts on the RHONJ stalemate and RHOC resurgence. Consider this a pop of color in podcast form - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 565 - part 1! Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIR

It's true. Auntie Sarah is fighting the fight for Shan stans everywhere, and also against an infection attempting to take down her cackle and lungs. For the record, the reason she got pneumonia is because of Alexis and John. Don't question the logic, it's definitely there. Just enjoy a re-listen to the Most Important Andy's Girls of All Time - Sarah's sit down in the cloffice with Sweet, Sweet Shan. Original show notes below! Well it's official, Sarah has seen the face of God. And her name is Shan. In the most important moment of world history since dinosaurs said "hey what's that in the sky, does someone hear a booming noise or whatever," the light of Sarah's life, the twinkle in her eye, her spiritual Housewife forever and ever amen, came to the cloffice, and they had a lil chat. That's right, Shannon Beador is here, so now Sarah can never move out of her apartment. And PS, this was a convo for the ages. They discuss Shannon's journey on and off Bravo TV, her reaction to Alexis and Tamra's recent remarks ab

Time hills all, except for this insane tummy x non-COVID seasonal cough and fever sitch that has had Sarah in bed for days. Luckily, she's stopped en route to the pearly gates when her Uber Pool driver (Luis found work!) informs her that a blessed miracle hath occurred - an all-new AG recorded a day or so before she lost her voice, with her Bravoholic pal and pop culture artiste, Ryan Casey (aka DrunkDrawn). They discuss their highs, lows, and whoas of the Salt Lake City premiere, as well as, of course, Sarah's other SLC obsession, "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." Gird your loins but not those tithes, because this ep is worth every bit of attention plus 10% - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 592! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: https://merchymerch.printful.me/ Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, INVITES TO SPECIAL ZOOM EVENTS, AND MORE: https://www.patreon.com/AndysGirls Follow S

Sarah watches the Salt Lake City premiere and immediately Uber Pools to Shabbat, hoping to see a version of Angie K.'s ancient scrolls. Ancient history with Meredith, perhaps. But blessed all the way. Sarah realizes another day cannot continue without deep diving the RHOSLC premiere: a fascinating, intentionally reality-shattering beginning that no other franchise could handle let alone introduce, the joys of high stakes for the cast and low for the audience, Whitney's characterization of Lisa Barlow as "the villain" of the cast, Bronwyn's fascinating entry to the show, and why Heather is best served as adjacent to a center snowflake role. Sarah's watched the premiere four times, so only 700 more to go - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 591! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: https://merchymerch.printful.me/ Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, INVITES TO SPECIAL ZOOM EVENTS, AND MORE:

Sarah has a daydream that Eileen Davidson comes over to clean the cloffice, knocking on the door with the always professional salutation, "you beast?!" Undeterred by such an entry, she realizes the next best clean solution is her other beast - her Daily Beast editor, Kevin Fallon (editor of Daily Beast Obsessed, a pop culture website). They settle into the cloff for a Springsteen-themed deep dive: the glory days of Housewives, and how memory can serve as a reward or stranglehold, how franchises can/must move forward after losing key cast members (and the difference between OG departures on Beverly Hills and, potentially, Franklin Lakes), Andy and Nene's possible path to reconciliation, Bethenny's inherently contradictory turn away from the Bravo machine while continuing to lean in, Kevin's experiences interviewing Andy, and why "The Big Shot" is a swing and a miss. Sarah confidently proclaims this is episode 589, which is how you know it's not - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 590! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's

The journey continues. Sarah and guest co-host Rafi D'Angelo (creator and writer behind overpricedvodka.com) deep dive all things OC: revisiting "naked wasted," and how it might be received by 'current era' Bravo fans, Terry's history on "The Swan," Rafi's evolution on Shan, why Katie's version of events about Gina feels inherently flawed, Sarah's Shannon complex (including about the future of the pod), ongoing questions about Emily and Heather's relationship, and more. Gina and Nene are Housewife contemporaries - file that under things that absolutely make sense - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 589! Part 2! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: https://merchymerch.printful.me/ Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, INVITES TO SPECIAL ZOOM EVENTS, AND MORE: https://www.patreon.com/AndysGirls Follow Sarah on social: https://www.instagram.com/damegalli/ Highlighted Organizations Supporting C

Sarah has a doctor's appointment, to check her line of vision. The verdict? Perfect 20/20 when it comes to all things Shan. After reading an array of vowels and consonants in different sizes (much like Gina's meltdown, it's a tasting for all senses), she realizes a perfect kiki would be with her Bravoholic pal with a fascinating see-but-not-quite-seen Bravoholic strategy, Rafi D'Angelo (creator and writer behind overpricedvodka.com). They settle into the cloff for a wild two-parter that covers the universe of Housewives, and so much more. On part 1: their new reality TV obsession ("The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" on Hulu), whether the cast of New RHONY will be able to avoid a second-season curse (and which cast members they think are particularly susceptible), Jill Zarin's role in the future of RHONY Legacy (and Ally's proposal), the difference between LVP and Dorinda's spinoff management styles a la 'ladies of the manor,' whether RHONY will follow RHOSLC's direction on cast members' with cult-associations,

Next stop: Orange County! Sarah and her Bravoholic pal Jared Alexander (actor, entertainment writer, and contributor at Parade Magazine) continue their deep dive. On part 2: Alexis and Johnny J's wild, wild appearance on WWHL (and his truly bass ackwards PR approach), Katie, Heather, Tamra, and Gina's round of betrayal telephone, the importance of Heather's boundaries parenting on-and-off-reality TV, Alexis' victim complex about her own misdeeds, whether Tamra has good intent in her reactions against Shan (...lol?), Emily’s possible triggers with Heather, and Katie's continued growth. No esophagi were harmed in the recording of this episode, what a marked improvement from BH - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 588! Part 2! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: https://merchymerch.printful.me/ Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, INVITES TO SPECIAL ZOOM EVENTS, AND MORE: https://www.patreon.

Sarah watches Johnny J and Lexi's appearance on WWHL, and rides a rocket of hot air so high into space that she dances with some of her favorite stars (Andromeda, Bethenny Frankel Season 3, etc). Thankfully, she's brought back down to earth with a grounded return guest, someone who knows about all the Guardians in the Galaxy (Karen Huger, OG NY), Jared Alexander (actor, entertainment writer, and contributor at Parade Magazine). They settle into the cloff for a blink-and-you'll-miss-it two hour+ double ep. On part 1: they deep dive Potomac's possibly surprising return to form, the power of Karen and Gizelle's shared history, how to properly grieve OG RHONY, and Dr. Nicole's poignant (and hopefully temporary) exit announcement from Miami. Make new friends, but keep the old, this two parter is both silver and gold - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 588! Part 1! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: https://merchymerch.printful.me/ Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.c

The journey continues. Sarah and her Bravoholic pal Tracie Morrissey (writer, producer, host of the podcast Pot Psychology, and creator of pipe dreams.fun) pick up where they left off. They discuss Shannon's decision to cover the costs of her lifestyle with Johnny J for at least the first half of her relationship, rumors that the "videos" include events inside and outside John's house, whether to believe Alexis' on-camera disapproval of John's lawsuit, Jen's legal case with her ex, and dandelion children of divorce. Alexis and John are on cloud nine, and this convo is a ten out of ten - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 587! Part 2! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: https://merchymerch.printful.me/ Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, INVITES TO SPECIAL ZOOM EVENTS, AND MORE: https://www.patreon.com/AndysGirls Follow Sarah on social: https://www.instagram.com/damegalli/ Highlighted Orga

As a part of her five step program of Shan Standom (renew, rejoice, revisit, revenge, renaissance tour), Sarah realizes she needs to take a moment to reflect. Reflect on her thoughts and feels, and challenge them. And who better to mention it all than one of her Bravoholic pals, Tracie Morrissey (writer, producer, host of the podcast Pot Psychology, and creator of pipe dreams.fun). They discuss parenting on Housewives (and Heather’s decision to move her kids’ schooling from OC to LA), what happens when Tamra’s gut instinct isn’t in line with gut health (and an alternate view on Tam v. Shan), and what happens when some women’s instinct for diplomacy meets with the production expectation for conflict. This is a two parter, so buckle up - it’s Andy’s Girls, Episode 587! Part 1! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: https://merchymerch.printful.me/ Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, IN

The journey continues. On this two-parter, Sarah and writer pal Tom Smyth unpack Tamra's Housewives role-play (and the missing pieces from her personal life, no, not about the kids), Vicki's shoot-from-the-hip ability to meet Tamra where she lives, the confusing timeframe seemingly suggested by Alexis and John, how the cast may re-set storyline positions at the reunion (and production's responsibility to 'share the wealth' when it comes to individual cast member pressure and strife, and what hitting bottom means on a show that seems laser focus on one cast member's emotional torture by an ex. Tamra might be in the hot seat with the audience and much of her cast, but lucky for her, it's not as scorching as that blue chemical peel that melted her face - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 586! Part 2! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: https://merchymerch.printful.me/ Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJ

Sarah watches the newest OC and Tamra's face-melting IG stories and immediately puts out a 911 to America's support dog and spiritual healer, Archie Beador, for some urgent tail wagging in the cloff. Archie's intern (a rescue from Sonjarita) informs her that alas his paws are full at home (understandable), but has she tried a walk and talk with one of her Bravoholic pals instead? Thankfully, Sarah's writer girl pal Tom Smyth hears the call, and zips over to unpack all the devastating, wild details over the course of this two-part double episode: Tamra's Housewives role-play (and the missing pieces from her personal life, no, not about the kids), Vicki's shoot-from-the-hip ability to meet Tamra where she lives, the confusing timeframe seemingly suggested by Alexis and John, how the cast may re-set storyline positions at the reunion (and production's responsibility to 'share the wealth' when it comes to individual cast member pressure and strife, and what hitting bottom means on a show that seems laser focus on

Truly one of the most important podcast episodes of all time. Tell the Pulitzer committee, and Susan Peabody: this is one for the books. Sarah receives a shocking text message from BBDB: did Alexis sneak a Shan joke into her proposal? Sarah drops everything to find out the truth. With thanks to Josh Lyman and Leo McGarry, a historic West Wing moment in time. When life hands you lemons, call San Ysidro Ranch - it's Andy's Girls, Episode 585! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: https://merchymerch.printful.me/ Support the sass: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/damegalli JOIN/LEVEL UP TO THE ANDY'S GIRLS PATREON, AND ENJOY BONUS EPS, INVITES TO SPECIAL ZOOM EVENTS, AND MORE: https://www.patreon.com/AndysGirls Follow Sarah on social: https://www.instagram.com/damegalli/ Highlighted Organizations Supporting Civilians in Israel and Gaza: Israel Trauma Coalition: The Israel Trauma Coalition provides a holistic-collaborative approach that includes knowledge, tools and resourc

Sarah re-watches the movie "E.T.," based on the true story of Shan stans who have finally, thanks to season 18, found home. Inspired by such a heartwarming message (Shan stans may appear otherworldly at first glance, but they deserve a happy ending too, no, not that kind), she Zooms up another ET star: Brice Sander, chief Housewives correspondent at Entertainment Tonight, aka the Housewife whisperer. They deep dive Brice's iconic recent interviews with members of the OC cast, the questions Brice wish he asked during his sit down with Alexis (and the questions she wouldn't - or couldn't - directly answer), Alexis and John's counter-productive strategy against Shan, Emily's vulnerability sharing why Jen's financial dependence triggered childhood trauma, the impact of Katie's ex-husband abandoning their daughter, Teddi Jo Carrot's Housewives cosplay, the joy of a Traitors themed game night that doesn't make sense, and whether Tamra's modern Housewives architecture is substituting rotted wood. Be wary of the ides

Someone needs to tell Vera Wang that sleeveless is preferred. (Alexis Couture throwback, y'all!!) It's true: Alexis Bellino and John Janssen made it to month nine, and apparently the anniversary gift for 9 months is a rock. Not Gibraltar, or not just that. But a stone. Stone Philliips would've been preferred. Stone soup, even. But instead the world was gifted - nay, presented - with this definitely joyful happily-ever-after, shared by John's closest friends and family also known as People dot com. Sarah deep dives her thoughts and feels, how this will impact the upcoming reunion, John's record as a perfect partner focused on bliss, the heavy lifting that somehow seems to fall on his beloveds' shoulders, a misperception of the role and opportunity for Housewives' loves, and just a wee bit of Shan. If Jesus Jugs and Johnny J register for nine lemons and a bowl, the cloffice will riot - it's an Andy's Girls emergency, Episode 583! Just Launched! Sarah and BBDB's "Send it to Karen@Example.com" Hoodie Collection: 

Inspired after a week of Bravo excellence (that episode of Orange County, cast interviews about that episode of Orange County, melatonin-induced nightmares about going days without re-watching that episode of Orange County), Sarah realizes she simply must invite over a Bravoholic pal who knows how to break it all down: white board expert, content creator, and brand marketing strategist, Abbey Bonadies. They settle into the cloffice for a wide ranging kiki: Abbey's recent journey watching OC in its entirety for the very first time (and how that has impacted her opinion of current drama), Alexis' focus on 'justice' aka revenge, updated info about the video drop Alexis and John have pre-planned for the upcoming OC reunion (put it in your Google Cal/pretend to be surprised), nuanced takes about Tre and Melissa's relationships from a reasonable Tre Hugger (really!), a possibly hot take on the role of reality TV in their estrangement, and Teresa's future on and off the network. This ep was almost called Dumb and Du