Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

This week Mandy is joined by New Yorker and tri state area expert Harmony McGivney to dive into all the east coast drama happening on RHONJ and Summer House. Also, lots of pizza bagel talk!  Follow Harmony on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyismyboyfriend/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by cohost of the podcast Come Thru Queen, Dan Calabrese! Mandy and Dan chat the latest Bravo headlines before diving into the RHOP finale and RHONJ premiere. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on Vanderpump Rules, Family Karma, and RHOM! For all things "Come Thru Queen”: https://comethruqueen.com Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by a Bravo fan who also happens to be a dentist, Shreya Patel. Before they dive into this week’s shows, Shreya shares which Bravoleb’s veneers look good and whose don’t fit their face. Mandy and Shreya chat the truth about Robyn & Juan, rumors around Karen, what the hell is wrong with Meredith and Heather on Salt Lake, and do a deep dive into Family Karma. Follow Shreya on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreyapatelshah/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by television, film, and podcast producer Aliza Rosen. Aliza and Mandy discuss all the tall tales from the RHOSLC reunion and wonder what the hell Jen Shah has on Meredith to make her continue to side with Jen. They also chat this week’s incredible and chaotic RHOM and scandalous RHOP (including all the info exposing Juan!) Listen to the latest season of Queen of the Con: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/queen-of-the-con/id1583019312 Follow Aliza on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayr_media/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Elle Murasaki of the Tik Tok and IG account @housewivesandchitchat. Elle also has a show on Roku’s Nosy Bystanders TV called House of Murasaki that you all should check out! Mandy and Elle dive deep into this week’s Real Housewives of Potomac, including all of the conflict and a even a hint of reconciliation between Ashley and Candiace. For all things Elle Murasaki check out: https://www.ellemurasaki.com Follow Elle on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/housewivesandchitchat/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by @justplainzack, host of the podcast “No Filter with Zack Peter” to discuss the RHOSLC finale/Jen’s sentencing, the RHOP Mexico trip, and the all around good time happening on RHOM. Zack shares why he thinks Coach Shah may have known something “unsavory” was happening in Jen’s business affairs and Mandy reflects on how Jacqueline made a Hillary Clinton book title into a dig against Mia. Check out Zack’s Housewives watching no filter wine: http://www.justplainzack.com/brands Follow Zack on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nofilterwithzack/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Happy 2023 Everyone! This week Mandy returns to the podcast with fashionista and stylist Erika Cartledge, Founder & CEO of Your Chic Is Showing. Erika shares her hot takes on Housewives fashion before they dive into Jen Shah’s sentencing, Karen Huger’s “Grande Dame and Friends” show, and Adriana’s epic music video shoot. Check out Erika’s styling business: https://yourchicisshowing.com Follow Erika on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourchicisshowing/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

For the last podcast of 2022, Mandy is joined by first-time guest, Shaun Richardson, and host of the What Else Is Going On? Podcast, Taria Faison. They chat about some hot topics that come up on Miami, Heather’s “mysterious” black eye on Salt Lake City, and the Mia/Jacqueline dynamic on Potomac before diving deep into the issue of colorism and how it plays out on RHOP. See you in 2023! Listen to What Else Is Going On?: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-else-is-going-on-with-taria-s-faison/id1523174914 Follow Taria on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weigopodcast/ Follow Shaun on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaunsaidit/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker

This week Mandy is joined by green eyed bandit stan & host of the “Reality & Comics Too” podcast, Tucker Kendrick. Tucker and Mandy talk about their love for RHOM, chat the goings on in Potomac, and question what the ladies are fighting about on Salt Lake. Listen to “Reality & Comics Too”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reality-comics-too/id1525311067 Follow Kendrick on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realitycomicstoo/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by DMV native and huge Housewives fan, Matt Ellis. They chat the Miami premiere and Larsa’s “New Beginnings” party and Matt shares his own new beginning on becoming sober. They of course dive into this week’s Potomac and mid-season trailer before ending with a little Salt Lake City. Follow Matt on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattykellis/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by her favorite friends from down under, Nathan and Mariana, from the podcast Bravo Bravo Effing Bravo. They dive right into Potomac and take sides in the Wendy vs. Mia debacle, discuss the poor Australian representation on Housewives, and share fear over what it means to be Jen Shah’s friend. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on this season of Family Karma and Winter House! Listen to Nathan and Mariana’s podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bravo-bravo-effing-bravo/id1549493725 Follow Nathan and Mariana on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/effingbravo/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by New York City based Housewives fan Victoria, who supports Refugee Action Fund and is sharing how we can support refugees by purchasing items at http://choose.love this holiday season. Of course, Mandy and Victoria break down this shocking and disappointing episode of RHOP before chatting about RHOSLC’s choppiness and Victoria’s theory on Jason from Winter House. This holiday season, purchase items for refugees in need: http://us.choose.love Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Dublin-based Housewives fan, host of the Housewives and Me podcast, (and amazing DJ!) Conor Behan. We had the best time talking about all things Housewives - from Conor’s run-in with the RHONJ cast in Ireland to who he'd room with on the RHOP trip to Miami to the most epic choir rehearsal ever on RHOSLC. Plus, Mandy and Conor talk through all the allegations and rumors coming out of the RHONY reboot. Follow Conor on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsconorbehan/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Carvell Taylor, a housewives fanatic since 2006. Carvell kicks off his first-ever podcast by sharing his thoughts on the RHOBH situation where Erika Jayne yelled at Jax and what that says about society’s treatment of black boys, sharing the Housewives GIF that made his husband realize he was “the one”, and his encounter with Garcelle’s son Oliver at the Vanderpump restaurant in Las Vegas. They of course get into all the drama from this weeks RHOP and RHOSLC. Lots of laughs and deep discourse! Follow Carvell on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carvell__taylor/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Ryan Bailey, host of the hilarious podcast So Bad It’s Good with Ryan Bailey! Ryan recounts his BravoCon experience and the bizarre interactions he had and of course shares his thoughts on all things RHOBH, RHOSLC, RHOP, and Winter House. Listen to So Bad Its Good with Ryan Bailey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-bad-its-good-with-ryan-bailey/id1482820355 Check out the So Bad Its Good Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sobaditsgood Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by the lovely ladies from the Altar Call podcast, Tayne and Ade! They share their BravoCon experience before diving into the RHOBH reunion part 3 and RHOP. Listen to “Altar Call: A Married at First Sight Podcast”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/altar-call-a-married-at-first-sight-podcast/id1522401890 Follow Tayne and Ade on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altarcallmafs/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Our favorite DMV divas are back on Bravo! This week Mandy is joined by Chelsea (@ohnochels) from the “I am the Cute One: A Nostalgia Podcast” to chat all things Real Housewives of Potomac. From Candiace breaking the fourth wall to Dr Wendy’s bad business ideas, these ladies mention it all. Plus, Mandy catches up and shares her takes on RHOSLC, Winter House, the Southern Charm and RHOBH reunions, and the new RHONY cast. Listen to “I am the Cute One: A Nostalgia Podcast”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-am-the-cute-one-a-nostalgia-podcast/id1570702948 Follow Chelsea on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ohnochels/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by a special guest from the Netherlands, Cici, whom you know from her IG account @Cici.Loves.You. Mandy and Cici explore Bravo viewer’s online toxic culture and Cici shares her rules for engaging bravo personalities online. Follow Cici on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cici.loves.you/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Donny Hadfield-Smith from the “I am the Cute One: A Nostalgia Podcast” to break down this week’s RHOBH finale and 2nd episode of RHOSLC. They discuss the similarities between Kathy Hilton and Lisa Barlow and question which women are the least authentic on their shows. Plus, an update from marriage and family therapist and eating disorder expert Alyssa Mass, who taped a scene with Crystal that got cut. Listen to “I am the Cute One: A Nostalgia Podcast”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-am-the-cute-one-a-nostalgia-podcast/id1570702948 For more information on Alyssa Mass: https://www.alyssamassmft.com Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by podcasting queen and interviewer extraordinaire Kate Casey, the host of Reality Life with Kate Casey. Mandy and Kate explore the complicated dynamics at play within the Real Housewives universe and how fame affects the women who participate, while touching on this week’s RHOSLC premiere and RHOBH. Listen to Reality Life with Kate Casey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reality-life-with-kate-casey/id1154758766 Follow Kate’s substack “What to Watch With Kate Casey”: https://katecasey.substack.com Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/