Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

Mandy has Tom Hamlett, co-host of the Dumpster Dive and Good Judy’s podcast on to discuss this week’s crazy RHOM and wade through the webs of lies on RHOC. 

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The group chat comes to life as Mandy’s neighbor Aruna Kalyanam and friend Rob Rains come on the podcast to do a post mortem on season 2 of The Valley and chat a bit of Next Gen NYC. 

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Mandy welcomes TV, culture, and internet writer Louis Staples back to the podcast to dive deep into The Valley. Louis shares how he would have handled Jax’s domestic violence if he were in charge of production, how the network is managing the fallout, and why many people on the cast are frustrated with Janet. Mandy draws similarities between Janet and Tamra and asks Louis his thoughts on major themes of the Real Housewives of Miami and Real Housewives of Orange County.

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Mandy welcomes 1/2 of Recap Rodeo, Lyndsay Lime, back to the podcast to dive deep into The Valley. Lyndsay shares what she thinks production did wrong by allowing Jax to film season 2 before sharing why she thinks Nia and Danny agreed to be on the show (it’s hilarious). Plus, hear Lyndsay’s special moment with Scheana on the “My Good Side” book tour!

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Welcome to another month of M&M Hour with Mandy and Melissa Reich! Mandy and Melissa get into the Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion part 2 and explain why they’ve been side eyeing Shamea before discussing the current drama on the Valley and this week’s Real Housewives of Orange County. 

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This week Mandy welcomes Taria S. Faison, host of What Else Is Going On, back to the podcast! Mandy and Taria chat about their friendship before diving into all the Bravo shows of the week. They first get into the Real Housewives of Miami and the epic narcissist party before chatting about the Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion, Real Housewives of Orange County, and The Valley. 

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This week, Founder and CEO of AYR Media, Aliza Rosen, is back on the podcast to mention it all! Mandy and Aliza first discuss the shocking reveal in Scheana’s memoir before getting into this week’s RHOC premiere, RHOM, and The Valley. 

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This week, Melissa and Mandy return to the mic for another M&M Hour to chat RHOA and RHOM. Melissa and Mandy first dive into RHOM, which Melissa is watching for the first time. Melissa provides great insight into what’s going on between Guerdy and Julia, as well as Alexia’s relationship. Then they discuss RHOA and Melissa and Mandy share their thoughts on Charles Oakley, Brit, and why Phaedra may be making the show less authentic. 

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This week, Mandy has her friend and BravoCon partner in crime Jodi Tirengel back on the podcast. Mandy and Jodi discuss the Lisa vs. Larsa Milan fashion week drama on RHOM before heading over to discuss the darkest episode on the darkest show we’ve ever seen on Bravo - The Valley. Plus hear Mandy’s thoughts on creating a podcast community that leads with empathy and her thoughts on this week’s amazing episode of RHOA!

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Mandy has Kara Berry, host of ‘Everyone’s Business But Mine’ on the podcast to chat everything Bravo. Mandy and Kara start off critiquing Paige DeSorbo’s new pajama line before getting into this week’s RHOA, The Valley, and premier of the Real Housewives of Miami. 

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Mandy has B (@petshopboy) host of “the B list” podcast on to chat this week in Bravo. Mandy and B discuss the Summer House reunion and future of the show and the crazy end of the season on RHOA. Plus, B makes a case for everyone to watch Next Gen NYC. Happy Pride!

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M&M Hour is back to kick off the month of June! Mandy welcomes Melissa Reich, host of the Your Bish Therapist podcast, back to the pod to discuss the latest episodes of RHOA, The Valley, and Summer House.

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This week Mandy welcomes wedding planner Kate Jubboori to the podcast! They discuss the Summer House finale, ideas for a spinoff in the city, and get into this week’s episode of The Valley. Kate shares a theory on Jesse that seems spot on!

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This week Mandy welcomes Rob Schulte, host of Vanderpump Robs, to the podcast. They discuss how Rob found his way to Vanderpump Rules before getting into this week’s Summer House and The Valley. Plus, hear Mandy’s thought on RHOA. 

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This week Mandy welcomes one of her favorite content creators to the podcast, Emily Hanks, host of “She’s Speaking with Emily Hanks.” Before getting into the craziness of a little show called The Valley, Mandy and Emily break down the exciting announcements from Bravo about new and returning shows. 

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Welcome to another month of M&M Hour with Melissa Reich, aka Your Bish Therapist! Mandy and Melissa chat about the success of the Giggly Squad before getting into this week’s Real Housewives of Atlanta and The Valley. Be sure to check out part 2 of M&M Hour on Your Bish Therapist Tuesday, May 6!

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This week Mandy welcomes Rob Rains back to the podcast. By day, Rob is an energy and utilities attorney, but moonlights as a Bravo analyst. First, Rob shares his thoughts on how Brittany is highlighting the strengths of neurodiverse children on The Valley before diving into the darker things happening on the show. Rob and Mandy also discuss this week’s Summer House and marvel at how well Lexi handled herself. Ever a student of the world, Rob draws parallels between Zack & Benji and Lexi & Jesse’s cross border relationships and the status of U.S. - Canadian relations.

This week Mandy welcomes Aliza Rosen back to the podcast to chat about the premiere of season 2 of The Valley and The Beverly Hills Reunion part 3. Aliza makes the argument that both Zack and Janet are awful and questions whether Kristen is right to call Janet a “fan.” Mandy thinks Garcelle decided she quit the Real Housewives partway through the reunion and doesn’t blame her for walking off before the group photo. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on this week’s RHOA and Summer House.

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This week Mandy welcomes Lyndsay and Brady from Recap Rodeo back to the podcast to chat RHOA and RHOBH. They discuss Kenya twirling her way out of the Housewives universe and Angela’s family dynamics before diving into the Dorit vs Kyle drama and trying to figure out what horse tranquilizer Sutton took before the reunion. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on Summer House!

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This week Mandy welcomes banking attorney Liz Eurgubian back to the podcast to chat all things Bravo! First, Liz shares her thoughts on the economic meltdown and explains the mess that Teresa and Luis have made with their taxes. Then, Mandy and Liz discuss this week’s RHOBH, Summer House, and Southern Charm. 

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Welcome to another month of M&M Hour with Melissa Reich, host of the Your Bish Therapist podcast! Mandy and Melissa discuss the RHOA reboot before getting in to the tumultuous finale of RHOBH. 

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This week Mandy is joined by Van Ondi, host of the “Best Week Ever” pop culture podcast. Van and Mandy discuss Van’s recent foray into the Southern Charm universe before getting into this week’s RHOA, RHOBH, and Summer House. 

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This week Mandy is joined by Gibson Johns, host of the podcast “Gabbing with Gib.” Mandy and Gibson gab about the Traitors before getting into the RHOA premiere, RHOBH, and Summer House. Plus, hear Mandy’s conspiracy about Southern Charm!

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This week Mandy is joined by President and Founder of the Housewives Institute, author of the Book “The Housewives: The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives” and all around good time, Brian Moylan. Mandy and Brian discuss the the Potomac reunion part 3, RHOBH, Summer House, and Southern Hospitality. Plus, hear Brian’s idea for a GoFundMe to get Dorit a forensic accountant!

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This week Mandy is joined by Your Bish Therapist, Melissa Reich, to chat the Real Housewives of Potomac and Summer House. Mandy and Melissa begin with some commentary about Mandy’s time living where Imrul was born, Bangladesh, before diving into Karen Huger’s sentence, the Potomac reunion part 2, and this week’s Summer House. Catch part 2 of M&M Hour on the Your Bish Therapist podcast March 4!

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This week Mandy is joined by Kendrick Tucker from the “I Ken Not” podcast to chat Housewives. Kendrick gives Mandy some laughs after a tough week being sick as they both dive into this weeks RHOP reunion and RHOBH.

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This week Mandy is joined by Mani Mann from The Mix With Mani podcast. They discuss their love of summer house and thoughts on the season 9 premiere, the Paige vs. Craig of it all, and of course some Beverly Hills. Plus, Mandy has finally caught up on Southern Hospitality!

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Mandy is back with Kelli Williams from the Beyond the Blinds podcast to chat pop culture, RHONY, and Southern Charm. They go deep into the RHONY reunion part 2 and discuss the future of the show. Plus, Mandy shares her thoughts on RHOP, RHOBH, and RHOSLC.

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M&M Hour is back for 2025! Mandy and Melissa laugh about Stassi’s (Mandy’s dog) unusual diet before getting into the Real Housewives of Potomac and Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Plus, Mandy shares a bit of a mental health update.

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Media personality Dakota Wright joins Mandy this week to discuss all things Housewives. They discuss some darker topics (RHONY finale, Bronwyn’s child’s father situation on RHOSLC) but, like all Housewives fans, find light in the darkness. As reality TV lovers, Dakota and Mandy share their thoughts on all the housewives episodes from the week and ideas to improve some shows that could use a little love and creativity.

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DC Realtor and former reality start Jose Ramirez joins Mandy to chat all things the Real Housewives of Potomac! After discussing the reason Karen went to trial (part arrogance and part delulu), Mandy and Jose share their thoughts on Salt Lake, New York, Southern Charm, and Beverly Hills. Plus, Mandy defends Paige attending an Eagles game. 

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Mandy’s neighbor Aruna keeps finding amazing people for the podcast! Mandy is joined by banking lawyer Liz Eurgubian to chat all things Housewives. Liz gives us some insight into Karen Huger’s legal challenges before diving into this week’s RHOP, RHONY, RHOBH, and RHOSLC. 

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No new housewives shows this week but Mandy’s friend Jodi (@jodigetinsta) joins the podcast to dish on all the latest Bravo gossip and make some predictions for 2025. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on Southern Charm. 

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M&M Hour is back! This week Mandy hosts Melissa Reich (@yourbishtherapist) on the podcast to discuss the Real Housewives of Potomac and its leading lady, Karen Huger. They also get into some PK & Dorit drama and the cast’s reaction to Bronwyn discussing infidelity in her marriage on the last episode of RHOSLC. 

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This week Mandy has B (@petshopboy), host of The B List podcast, on to chat all things Bravo. They discuss all the women who are on the verge this week - Dorit, Ubah, Britani, Bronwyn, and a woman who has completely lost it, Karen Huger. From RHOP to RHOBH and RHONY to RHOSLC, Mandy and B cover it all!

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This week Mandy hosts the Lauren, the woman behind the IG account @bravo_is_everything_. Mandy and Lauren go through this week’s Real Housewives of New York, Real Housewives of Potomac, and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills before getting into more depth on Real Housewives of Salt Lake City and Southern Charm. 

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This week Mandy hosts the CEO and founder of AYR Media, Aliza Rosen, on the podcast. Mandy and Aliza discuss this week’s Real Housewives of Potomac, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (she has great insight!) and Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, the comedy of our time. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the premiere of Southern Charm season 10!

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This week Mandy and Melissa host part 1 of “M&M Hour” where they discuss Bravo’s decision to reboot Vanderpump Rules with a brand new cast. Mandy also gets a chance to ask Melissa questions about mental health topics that are heavily featured across Real Housewives franchises. 

Listen to part 2 of M&M Hour on Your Bish Therapist: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-bish-therapist/id1702959562

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This week Mandy welcomes Emily Rose from the podcast “Who TF Knows With Emily Rose’ back to the show. They dive into the jaw dropping RHOBH season 14 premiere before discussing this week’s RHOSLC. Plus, Mandy shares her thoughts on RHONY and the RHOC reunion. 

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This week Mandy welcomes Taria Faison of the What Else Is Going On podcast back to the show! They dive into the drama surrounding accountability coach Teddi Mellencamp before discussing this week’s RHOP, RHONY, RHOSLC, and a little RHOC reunion.

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