Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

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/

This week Mandy is joined by a serious fashionista, Philip Mak, the global head of content and editorial at Stella McCartney. Philip gives his hot takes on all things Housewives fashion before diving into this week’s RHOA reunion and the failed conga line that broke Kathy Hilton. Follow Philip on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philipmmak/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Jessica Leeser, who formerly worked at Bravo and NBC Universal doing audience research. Jessica shares some insight about ratings, advertising, and decision making at Bravo/NBCU before Mandy and Jessica dive into this week’s RHOBH. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on the RHOA reunion and Southern Charm. Follow Jessica on twitter: https://twitter.com/Jeeser Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by podcaster and dear friend Taria Faison to recap this week in Bravo. Mandy and Taria talk through all the shocking parts of the RHOA finale, the RHODubai reunion, and this week’s explosive RHOBH. Taria shares her thoughts on what’s behind the potentially planned take down of Kathy Hilton. Plus, Mandy shares her thoughts on the RHOP trailer and this week’s Southern Charm. Listen to the What Else Is Going On Podcast: 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 Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by podcaster Zach Mellen, a very brave man, who makes the case for why Diana Jenkins is a lunatic villain who deserves to be a full-time housewife. Before they dive into this week’s RHOBH, they dissect the RHOSLC season 3 trailer and share their thoughts on the RHODubai reunion. Plus, Mandy shares her opinions on this week’s RHOA and Southern Charm. For all things Zach Mellen: https://linktr.ee/zachmellen Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Alyssa Mass, a licensed marital and family therapist who has experience working with clients to overcome eating disorders. We dive into the uncomfortable conversations on RHOBH regarding Crystal’s eating disorder, the women’s reactions, and learn more about the spectrum of disordered eating and how to support people who are struggling. Learn more about Alyssa Mass: https://www.alyssamassmft.com Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ For support, visit www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

This week Mandy is joined by the hilarious comedian Dan James (who also has a PhD, unlike Sara Al Madani lol) to discuss this week’s Beverly Hills and Atlanta. They go deep into the tension between Sutton, Garcelle, and the rest of the cast and Dan shares his theory on the unspoken contract of Beverly Hills. Dan also discusses what makes Kenya a lovable villain and where Marlo falls short. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on Southern Charm and the Real Housewives of Dubai. Follow Dan James on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danjamescomedy/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ Learn what UNFPA and UNICEF are doing to eliminate female genital mutilation: https://www.unfpa.org/female-genital-mutilation

This week Mandy shares her thoughts on all things Bravo from COVID isolation. She discusses Teresa’s wedding before jumping into this week’s Atlanta, Beverly Hills, and Dubai. Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by iconik Bravo fan from down under Nik Lee (@rhoutofcontext). They express shock but excitement at the Taylor Armstrong news that hit RHOC before diving into this week’s Dubai, Atlanta, and Beverly Hills. Follow Nik on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhoutofcontext/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ Check out Nik’s ‘iconik’ merch: https://iconik.shop

This week Mandy has Bravo fan Justin Sanford (@WarthogBarbie) on the podcast, who has some hilarious and fun takes on all things Housewives. Mandy and Justin chat about this week’s RHOA, RHOBH, and RHODubai and discuss everything from Drew’s lap dog reference that fell flat to why we never hear about Lisa Rinna’s kids anymore. Follow Justin on twitter: https://twitter.com/WarthogBarbie Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy has Bravo fan and unintentional social media instigator Chadwick Massie-Cline on the podcast to discuss all things Housewives. Chadwick shares how his tweet about Diana Jenkins led to an uproar on Housewives instagram before him and Mandy dive into Jen Shah’s guilty plea, Kathy’s return to RHOBH and the explosive mid-season trailer, RHOA, RHODubai, and Ultimate Girls Trip: Ex Wives. Come for the hot takes, stay for the laughs! Follow Chadwick on twitter: https://twitter.com/ohchadwick Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Longtime listener and Bravo fan extraordinaire Harmony McGivney joins Mandy to recap an extremely hectic week in the Bravo universe. They begin by discussing Jen Shah’s guilty plea and question the future of RHOSLC before chatting a bit of Ultimate Girls Trip, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Atlanta, and Dubai. Follow Harmony on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyismyboyfriend/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Danielle of the famed account @brandsbybravo joins Mandy for a special deep dive episode into Bravo blind culture. Mandy and Danielle look into the history of blind items, how blind item culture has manifested in the Bravo universe, as well as examples of blinds that ended up being correct… and ones that were quite false. They explore the relationship between blind items and conspiracy theories and share their favorite Bravo blinds. Follow Danielle on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsbybravo/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Get ready for a super sized 200th episode!!!! To celebrate, Mandy is joined by three Bravo enthusiasts to take a walk down memory lane and share what they’re most nostalgic about re: the Real Housewives. Mandy’s first guest is the amazing Kate Casey, host of Reality Life With Kate Casey (who just had her 500th episode!), NY Times best-selling author and Founder & President of the Real Housewives Institute Dame Brian J. Moylan, and Emily Hanks from the podcast She Speaks Bravo with Emily Hanks (who recently started a YouTube channel as well!). Enjoy! Listen to Reality Life with Kate Casey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reality-life-with-kate-casey/id1154758766 Buy Brian J. Moylan’s NY Time best-seller, “The Housewives: The Real Story Behind The Real Housewives”: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250807601/thehousewives Check out Emily Hanks’s new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxspMsBruMQjN265ZGNoV1A Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by her favorite housewives impersonator and host of the “You Know You Love Us: A Gossip Girl Podcast”, Hannah Brown! Mandy and Hannah - who need some of Erika's extended release Xanax after this week - dive into the latest episode of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills before ending with some incredible Real Housewives impressions. Plus, Mandy shares her thoughts on RHOA and Ultimate Girls Trip #2. Listen to the You Know You Love Us: A Gossip Girl Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-know-you-love-us-a-gossip-girl-podcast-with/id1531123978 Follow Hannah Brown on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahabrown/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Noor from The Reality Is podcast to break down this summer of Bravo! Noor shares why she loves the petty drama on the Real Housewives of Dubai, Mandy thinks Marlo is out for blood on Atlanta, and both Noor and Mandy are both entertained and disgusted at the ladies on RHOBH. Listen to The Reality Is: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-reality-is/id1535296559 Follow The Reality Is on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealityispod/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Nathan and Mariana of the hilarious podcast Bravo Bravo Effing Bravo. They jump all over the place, chatting about their thoughts on the Real Housewives of Dubai and its breakout star Chanel Ayan, question whether RHOA’s Drew and Ralph are con artists, and of course the drama between Sutton and Crystal on RHOBH. And plenty of detours in Potomac. Lots of laughs - enjoy! Listen to Bravo Bravo Effing Bravo: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bravo-bravo-effing-bravo/id1549493725 Follow Effing Bravo on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/effingbravo/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/