Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

This week Mandy is joined by Veronica Leventhal to discuss what is arguably one of the best RHOBH episodes of all time! Before getting into Beverly Hills, the ladies chat about the Salt Lake City trailer and question whether Bravo has any ethical obligations surrounding whether to have people who’ve potentially committed crimes on their shows. Mandy and Veronica also chat this week’s Potomac and wonder whether Gizelle can get away with another season of grilling others while avoiding discussions of her personal life. Plus, is it finally time to say goodbye to Ramona? Support https://exaltyouth.org, a program for NYC youth to reverse their journey along the school-to-prison pipeline. Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by the lovely Sasha Morfaw, host of The Bravo Breakdown, to dive deep into Potomac! They discuss each of the women’s roles on the show and what they bring to the franchise, the significance of Mia’s vulnerability, and try to make sense of season two Wendy. Plus, a little bit of Beverly Hills and a lot of RHONY’s Black Shabbat. Check out the Bravo Breakdown on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebravobreakdown Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy’s joined by RHOBH fanatic and host of the hilarious Slut Pig podcast, Christian Gray Snow! They discuss every element of this week’s RHOBH - from Erika’s missing La Quinta house to forensic accounting to the eventual hot mic moment that led to Erika’s freak out. Mandy and Christian also have lots of laughs discussing this week’s pajama party on RHOP and Christian points out how bizarre some of the moments on this season’s RHONY truly have been. Check out the Slut Pig Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-slut-pig-podcast/id1561992641 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy’s joined by Housewives fanatic and historian, @PetShopBoy! They discuss why they’re both Huger boogers, his affection for Mia (“the love child of Monique and Katie Rost”), and whether Nicki Minaj would make a good RHOP reunion host. They then shift over to RHONY and try to dissect what’s wrong with this season. Perhaps its time to shake things up with the OGs who haven’t shown us anything new in awhile? Plus, Mandy's thoughts on the Family Karma finale. Check out The B List with PetShopBoy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-b-list-with-petshopboy/id1493424449 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

The hilarious Mary Payne Gilbert from the Pink Shade podcast joins Mandy for a Pink Shade / Is This Real Life? Crossover episode. Mandy and Mary Payne dive right into this week’s Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and try to make sense of Erika’s tall tales, but conclude - only Mikey Minden knows the truth. They then check in with the New York ladies and question whether Sonja will listen to the other women (and the medium!) who say she needs some professional help. Finally, the land in Potomac to chat about hot boxes, sing sing, Wendy’s candle line, and Gizelle’s ‘west wing’. Plus, a Family Karma recap! Check out the Pink Shade podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pink-shade/id1318549651 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Jordan Ross Meyers of the Pretty Corrupt Podcast and the man behind the hilarious parody accounts for Donn Gunvalson and Lee Radziwill joins Mandy to chat this week in Bravo. Jordan explains why he thinks most people who go on Housewives have some sort of personality disorder, Mandy decries Wendy’s BBL, and they both conclude RHONY needs more bridge characters. And when it comes to RHOBH it’s all about…Tom. As the news breaks about Mr. Girardi stealing from clients, Mandy and Jordan weigh how much they think Erika knew. Check out Pretty Corrupt Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pretty-corrupt-podcast/id1566887830 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Everyone’s favorite podcast host Ryan Bailey from “So Bad It’s Good With Ryan Bailey” joins Mandy to chat this week in Bravo. They dive into their discomfort watching this week’s Real Housewives of New York from the Harlem Dinner to Ramona’s freak out and chat all things RHOBH including Rinna being a low rent Kris Jenner, why Sutton and Crystal are both fantastic housewives, and thoughts on all the reasons Erika is using explain her divorce. Plus, why everyone needs to watch this week’s Family Karma! Check out So Bad Its Good with Ryan Bailey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-bad-its-good-with-ryan-bailey/id1482820355 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Zach Mellen of the Mummy Dearest podcast joins Mandy to chat all things Bravo, Britney Spears, and Beverly Hills. This episode is full of looking back at things with a different lens - from 90’s movies, to the treatment of female pop stars, to Erika and Tom’s marriage. They chat this week’s Real Housewives of Beverly Hills including whether anyone is buying the story Erika is selling, Zach’s thoughts on Sutton and Garcelle’s friendship, and Mandy’s goal of getting a mammogram with Kyle Richards. Check out The Mummy Dearest podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mummy-dearest/id1560199274 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Aarti and Noor from The Reality Is podcast to chat all things Bravo. They discuss the RHOC cast shakeup (welcome back fancy pants!!!) and chat about the subtext surrounding the drama on Family Karma before diving into the PTSD that is rewatching the 2020 election on not one but two Housewives franchises. Check out The Reality Is podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-reality-is/id1535296559 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ In honor of World Refugee Day, consider making a donation to HIAS —> https://www.hias.org

This week’s podcast has it all! It starts out with a fun, light-hearted conversation with Jeff Epstein on the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, the importance of a perfect Housewives ensemble, and the similarities between Mandy’s mom and Kathy Hilton (Jeff’s fav baby girl). Then Mandy’s joined by behavioral health therapist Tana Clardy to discuss some real tough stuff from this week’s Real Housewives of New York. They tackle issues of racism and white fragility head on, laugh at Heather’s attempt at allyship, and explore the extreme hypocrisy of Leah McSweeney. Jeff Epstein - 4:08 Tana Clardy - 57:40 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by New York Times BEST SELLING AUTHOR Brian Moylan!!! They chat about his book “The Housewives: The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives” including what makes people watch, the taxonomy of Housewives, how no one is bigger than the enterprise itself, and why there is so little academic research on reality television. Check out all things Brian Moylan (his book, his recaps, the Housewives Institute newsletter): https://www.brianmoylan.com Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Anne and Gina from the podcast Dames who Dish join Mandy to chat this week in Bravo. They start off in Jersey, looking back on season 11 and talking through the wild ride that was the reunion. Then Anne, Gina, and Mandy head to Beverly Hills and share their thoughts on the new ladies Crystal and Kathy Hilton and contemplate how things will play out this season with Erika Jayne. Finally, they land in the Hamptons, where the ladies of RHONY continue their shenanigans and wonder - will Sonja ever move on from her divorce? How is it still about Tom? And does Leah even know what it means to be sex positive? Check out the Dames who Dish podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dames-who-dish/id1451006833  Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Sarah, the person behind the instagram account @bravobravoduckingbravo, joins Mandy for this #RHOBH premiere week! Before diving into the premiere, Sarah shares the dark places she was lead when doing a deep dive into the Wescotts, as well as Kameron’s reaction to her investigative stories. Then Mandy and Sarah give their hot takes on the Beverly Hill’s premiere, recap this week’s RHONY, and share thoughts on the RHONJ reunion. Plus, an unexpected run-in with Margaret Josephs and Bershan Shaw! Follow Sarah on instagram: ‎https://www.instagram.com/bravobravoduckingbravo/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

For her birthday episode, Mandy is joined by the amazing Taria Faison of the What Else is Going On podcast. They travel across the country, first stopping in Atlanta to discuss the RHOA reunion, then touching down in Dallas to recap the RHOD reunion, and then heading over to the northeast to chat RHONY and the RHONJ finale. Plus, a fun story about Mandy’s dad trying to understand Burning Man. Check out the What Else Is Going on Podcast ‎What Else Is Going On? With Taria S. Faison on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com › podcast › what-else-is-goin... Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by two incredible (and hilarious!) guests - Tom Hamlett from the Dumpster Dive podcast and Anthony Lario. First Tom and Mandy breakdown the RHONY premiere including the amazing entrance of new Housewife Eboni, Leah’s conversation, and LuAnn’s lovable narcissism (14:30). Then, Anthony Lario and Mandy discuss Margaret Joseph’s book, “Caviar Dreams on a Tunafish Budget” (1:16:00) - which you should all read (it’s good!). Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the Summer House reunion part 2. Check out Tom on the Dumpster Dive podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254 Follow Anthony on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonylario/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by the nicest guy on instagram, Larry (@bravobygays) to chat all things Bravo. They recap the #RHOA reunion and touch briefly on the Dallas finale before diving into their favorite franchise on TV right now - Jersey. Larry and Mandy discuss the tension between old school values and modern relationships we see playing out this season - and why everyone needs to leave Dolores alone! Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on the Summer House reunion. Follow Larry (@bravobygays) on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianagebbia/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Diana Gebbia, a voiceover artist and the brand new podcast host of Bravo Besties, joins Mandy to chat this week in Bravo. They reflect on this season of Summer House and RHOA as they come to a close, get excited about the upcoming season of Beverly Hills, and figure out how to fix the Real Housewives of Dallas. Plus, a recap of this week’s RHONJ and Mandy’s thoughts on Marge’s book! Contribute to @ohnobravo & @thebravobreakdown’s fundraiser for The Loveland Foundation: https://www.instagram.com/p/CN7v8BQs75j/ Follow Diana on instagram and hear about her upcoming podcast “Bravo Besties”: https://www.instagram.com/dianagebbia/  Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Just as the RHOBH trailer dropped, Mandy’s friend Kati Riddle ran into diamond-holder Sutton Stracke in Augusta, GA. First, Kati joins to share her encounter with Sutton. Then, Jacob Numar of the podcast Odd Black Individual joins Mandy for a full breakdown of the RHOBH trailer and discussion of this week's  RHOA and RHONJ as they discover they are the only two people who like Dolores’ boyfriend. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on RHOD and Summer House! Check out “Odd Black Individual”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/odd-black-individual/id1540030127 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

In this iconic episode of “Is This Real Life?” Mandy and Jeff Epstein (host of the podcast “Manic with Jeff Epstein”) take a ride down memory lane and talk about nostalgic Housewives moments. First, Mandy gives a run down of this week in Bravo and then Jeff joins for a fun chat (19:30). They discuss how RHOBH was their gateway to the Real Housewives, ponder which Housewives best describe their personality, and what makes for a good Housewife. Jeff and Mandy dive into how Housewives social media world can be toxic and the pitfalls of stan culture. Plus, a heartfelt and honest conversation about recovery, sobriety, and self-discovery. Enjoy! Check out “Manic with Jeff Epstein”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manic-with-jeff-epstein/id1470137682 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by two incredible guests to break down this INSANE week in Bravo. First, attorney Emily D. Baker joins Mandy to explain the fraud scheme Jen Shah was indicted for and break down the charges (6:28). Then Jacques Peterson, host of the podcast “Unpopular with Jacques Peterson”, gives his unpopular Bravo opinions and shares his takes on this week’s episodes of RHOA, RHOD, RHONJ, and Summer House (49:34). Check out “Unpopular with Jacques Peterson”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpopular-with-jacques-peterson/id1536243282 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/