Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

Everyone’s favorite Aussie, Kirsten Moore from the Reality TV & Me podcast, joins Mandy to break down another epic week on Bravo. They discuss the chaotic and amazing 2nd #RHOA reunion episode, Jax pulling a Vicki Gunvalson on the #PumpRules finale, the underlying tension on #RHOBH, and the #RHONY ladies adventures at a Russian bath house. Plus, Mandy tries her best to explain to Kirsten the American franchise Buca di Beppo. Check out everything Kirsten Moore at http://www.kirstenmoore.com.au/

Housewives fanatic & Bravolebrity interviewer Gibson Johns joins Mandy to break down this week in #BravoTV! They discuss the #PumpRules and #SouthernCharm tabloid drama and the changes that should be made to each show, how incredible the #RHOA zoom reunion was, Gibson’s favorite Bravolebrities to interview, and a behind the scenes glimpse into his #Bravocon panels. Plus, recaps of this week’s #PumpRules, #RHOBH, and #RHONY.

Mani Marcus from the Mixing With Mani podcast joins Mandy to mix up this week in #BravoTV! They break down the Dorit and Kyle of it all on #RHOBH, #RHONY’s perfect ensemble cast and Luann’s bizarre comedy podcast show, and a long awaited admission from Jax on #PumpRules. Plus, a recap of the #SummerHouse season finale & reunion. Check out Mani’s podcast Mixing with Mani: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mixing-with-mani/id1470175064

Aliza Rosen from the Reality of Reality podcast joins Mandy to chat this week in #BravoTV. Neither one of them know what to make of Sutton or Aaron’s conspiracy theories, but agree this season of #RHOBH is out of this world. They also recap this week’s #RHONY, discuss how Leah made a seamless transition on to the show, and the brilliant disaster that was Sonja’s fashion show. Plus, a few thoughts on #SummerHouse, #ShawsOfSunset, and a recap of this week’s #PumpRules. Check out Aliza’s podcast Reality of Reality: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reality-of-reality/id1103840521

Mary Payne Gilbert from the Payne in the Pod podcast joins Mandy to discuss this week on #BravoTV. They chat about an epic #RHONY, how #RHOBH producers have heeded our cries, the comical genius of Porsha on #RHOA, and the real reason witches of WeHo have fractured on #PumpRules. Check out Mary Payne’s podcast Payne in the Pod: https://payneinthepod.com

Erin Martin from the Pink Shade podcast joins Mandy to recap the #RHOBH premiere. They discuss how great Garcelle was in the first episode, Sutton’s wacky commentary, and the incredible final two minutes previewing upcoming drama with Denise. Plus, a full recap of the amazing and outrageous #RHONY including Dorinda’s animosity towards Tinsley, Ramona’s sudden interest in human emotion and vulnerability, and Sonja’s antics at the “Eyes Wide Shut” party. Check out Erin’s podcast Pink Shade: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pink-shade-with-erin-martin/id1318549651

Grant Rutter from Grants Rants Hollywood Talk podcast joins Mandy to chat this week’s #RHONY and #PumpRules. They discuss the confidence of the new housewife Leah McSweeney, the crazy tattoo hating, and Dorinda’s relatable breakdown during COVID-19. Also lots of thoughts on #PumpRules including Mandy turning on Schwartz, how Grant can’t tell Max or Brett apart, and whether there’s a future for the show beyond SUR. Plus, a #SummerHouse recap! Listen to Grant's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grants-rants-hollywood-talk/id1033690074

Mandy’s neighbor Robert Block joins this week’s podcast to chat all things #RHONY and #PumpRules. He hilariously doesn’t follow Bravo news or social media, so is quite shocked to find that Bethenny isn’t on this season of New York and Tinsley is engaged in Scott in “real life.” They dish on the #RHONY premiere, sharing their thoughts on the new Housewife Leah as well as share disappointment with this season of #PumpRules, including how cruel Lala and Schwartz have been. Plus, a recap of this week’s #SummerHouse.

Ryan Bailey from the So Bad Its Good with Ryan Bailey podcast joins Mandy to discuss this week’s #PumpRules. They discuss how many of the cast have outgrown their friendships with one another and wonder if they can be salvaged in the time of coronavirus. Plus, recaps of #RHOA and #SummerHouse. Stay safe and watch Bravo! Check out So Bad Its Good with Ryan Bailey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-bad-its-good-with-ryan-bailey/id1482820355

Raven Chatman (aka @mainlybravo) from the Bitch is Better podcast joins Mandy to recap this week in #BravoTV from quarantine. They talk about Kenya’s shade on #RHOA, Brittany and Jax’s bizarre wedding on #PumpRules, the Danielle drama on #RHONJ, and the total (but wonderful!) mess that is #SummerHouse. Stay safe & watch Bravo!

The hilarious Kati Riddle joins Mandy to break down this week in #PumpRules and discuss the many toxic relationships in the Bravo universe. Between James' verbal abuse of Raquel and Kristen's inability to cut the cord with Carter, it's been tough to watch. Of course, they continue to chat about the never-ending #pastorgate and the impact it's having on Jax and Brittany's wedding. Plus, a recap of #RHOA where another toxic relationship - Marc and Kenya - finally comes to an abrupt end.

A super quick announcement on the episode from this past weekend and a few thoughts on some of the latest #BravoTV headlines.

Hannah Brown from the Brown Eyed Jewnicorn podcast joins Mandy to recap this crazy week in #BravoTV. Mandy shares her run in with the amazing Kate Chastain from #BelowDeck in Northern VA, who spills some tea on the upcoming season of #BelowDeckMed. They dive into this week’s #PumpRules, share all their thoughts about #PastorGate, and Hannah recalls the time Brittany crossed her at TomTom. Plus recaps of #RHONJ, #SummerHouse, and #RHOA.

#PumpRules superfan Evelyn Marley from the @this1s4u2night account joins Mandy to review the state of Vanderpump Rules. They recap Jax and Brittany’s bachelor/bachelorette party in Miami and delve into the dynamics between the Stassi, Katie & Kristen fight about Carter, the brilliant bachelor party costumes, and the very bizarre reason Stassi & Rachael O’Brien aren’t friends anymore. Plus, Mandy recaps #SummerHouse and #RHONJ!

Ryan Bailey from the podcast So Bad Its Good with Ryan Bailey joins Mandy to dish on all things Bravo. They review the latest gossip from Nene & Greg news to Meghan King Edmonds’ threesome to Lala & Randall’s new podcast. Plus, a deep dive into this week’s Vanderpump Rules, including Max & Brett’s apologies, and a recap of #RHONJ.

Heather Abshier from the Bunch of Momsense podcast joins Mandy to breakdown this week in Bravo TV. They chat about the latest Bravo gossip (#RHOBH’s Denise and Brandi!) and the fractured friendships we’re seeing on the season premiere of #PumpRules. Plus, recaps of the hair pulling situation on #RHONJ and the #RHOD final reunion episode. Enjoy!

Mani Marcus from the Mixing with Mani podcast joins Mandy to dive into the new year of Bravo TV! They share thoughts on the #RHOC reunion, best moments of 2019 (shoutout #Foftygate), and of course, recap major moments in the latest Housewives franchises: #RHOA, #RHONJ, and #RHOD.

Bravo fan Jodi Tirengel joins Mandy to recount her experience at BravoCon, which she calls Disneyland for Bravo lovers, and recap this week’s Housewives shows. They talk all things #RHOA #RHOC #RHONJ and #RHOD including how Emily’s found her groove, LeeAnne’s crappy apology, and the drama and politics surrounding Joe Guidice’s deportation. Plus, a look ahead to #PumpRules in January!

Megan O’Donnell of the Bravo Happy Hour podcast joins Mandy to recap all four Housewives franchises on at the moment! They capture the drama from the BaileyQue in Atlanta to the drag show in Key West, the horseback riding in Jamaica to the ping pong show in Thailand. Plus, the latest Bravo gossip. Enjoy! Check out Bravo Happy Hour at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bravo-happy-hour/id1317603155

Aliza Rosen of the Reality of Reality podcast joins Mandy to spill all the latest Housewives tea! They talk everything from #RHOC social media low blows to whether #RHOD is getting cancelled to the latest drama while #RHOBH and #RHOP are filming. Aliza and Mandy also recap this week’s Housewives franchises from the OC to Jersey to the Dallas ladies in Thailand. Enjoy!