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Episodes
232 episodes
Let's Catch Up: What's Next For Reality Bites
Hey y'all! We’re back — and we’ve got a lot to fill you in on. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on where we’ve been creatively, why the Bravo landscape feels off right now (you’ve felt it too, right?), and what’s next for Reality...
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12:28
It Ends With Ugh: Episode 10 - The Byline & The Blade
When journalism stops chasing the truth and starts scripting it, what’s really being published? In this explosive breakdown, we dissect The New York Times’ controversial coverage of Blake Lively’s allegations—from shifting headl...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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32:09
It Ends With Ugh: Episode 9 - The Fixer & The Enforcer
Blake Lively just made two of the most aggressive hires of her career—and they’re not your typical Hollywood fixers.Within a week, she brought in Matt Bruno, a powerhouse corporate litigator who doesn’t just defend lawsuits—he ...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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33:50
Producer’s Vault: What Does a Showrunner Really Do?
While we continue our deep-dive investigation, we’re bringing back an episode from the vault that feels pretty relevant right now. Ever wondered who’s actually in charge behind the scenes of your favorite reality shows? In this epis...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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1:23:20
It Ends With Ugh: Episode 8 - Lively's Leverage & The Perfect Mark
Hollywood runs on contracts—until someone finds a way around them. In this episode, we break down how Blake Lively allegedly seized control of It Ends With Us without signing a single binding contract, using legal loopholes to gain pow...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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56:05
It Ends With Ugh: Episode 7 - The Ripple Effects of Lively v. Baldoni
The legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni is revealing a power struggle in Hollywood that could reshape the industry. We're diving back into everything that's been going down. The accusations of media manipulation, defamation, an...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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35:50
Blake vs. Justin: What’s Next? (And a Reality Bites Update You Need to Hear!)
Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni—the latest update you need to know. Plus, a quick but important follow-up on what’s coming next. Where we’ve been, what’s dropping soon, and what you absolutely won’t want to miss. So go a...
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2:10
Producer's Corner RHONY Edition: Brynn, Ubah and That Finale
Y'all, this RHONY finale was a doozy to say the least! We took your questions and hopped on the mic to break down this Brynn and Ubah conflict that has become the social media lightning rod heard across the Bravoverse. And don't worry, we're pe...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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1:40:56
RHOSLC 5x16 Finale Recap
Guyssssss we're back and talking SLC just in time for this EPIC finale! We're breaking down not just this episode, but also talking globals of the season overall, as we reflect on this wild (Rose) ride, because it certainly didn't...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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2:02:32
RHOP 9x14 Recap
We're back and diving into all things Potomac in Panama! The ladies' trip is coming to an end, but not without their fair share of... sexcapades?We're also breaking down Karen's FULL DUI video, because guys, it's a doozy! <...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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1:25:00
It Ends with Ugh: Episode 6 - Litigation & Leverage: The Battle for Hollywood’s Narrative
Justin Baldoni’s countersuit is about to drop, and we’re getting ahead of the storm. From his $250M lawsuit against The New York Times to Blake Lively’s legal chess moves—timing her complaints, leveraging the press, and pushing for a P...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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30:47
It Ends with Ugh: Episode 5 - Hollywood Titans & Shifts of Power
In this episode, we unravel the It Ends With Us saga, a Hollywood power struggle revealing systemic issues in the entertainment industry. From Blake Lively’s creative takeover and Ryan Reynolds’ behind-the-scenes influence to WME’s con...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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27:37
It Ends with Ugh: Episode 4 - Legal Power Plays & Accountability in Hollywood
Blake Lively’s bombshell complaint against Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios ignites allegations of harassment, retaliation, and a PR smear campaign, reshaping Hollywood’s power dynamics. As leaked texts and strategic omissions spark conflict...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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27:21
It Ends with Ugh: Episode 3 - The PR Wars
In this episode, we dive into the escalating battle for public perception as resurfaced interviews, dueling narratives, and behind-the-scenes firings expose the tensions behind It Ends With Us. From allegations of smear campaigns to co...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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29:59
It Ends with Ugh: Episode 2 - Hidden Agendas – Power, Revenge, and Control
This episode dives into the explosive power struggle behind It Ends With Us. From Blake Lively’s creative takeover to Justin Baldoni’s sidelined vision, we explore Sony’s shocking decision to back Lively’s edit, Ryan Reynolds’ strategi...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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41:36
It Ends With Ugh: Episode 1 - Conflict on Set & Where It All Began
In our opener, we dive into the behind-the-scenes chaos of It Ends With Us. From Blake Lively’s explosive allegations against Justin Baldoni to eerie parallels with Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool satire, this episode unpacks th...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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24:48
RHOBH 14x03 Recap w/ Olivia Flowers!! *PREMIUM PREVIEW*
**WHILE Y'ALL ARE LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE ON ALL PLATFORMS, HEAD OVER TO OUR PREMIUM CHANNELS TO LISTEN TO EPISODE 4 (WHICH IS OUT NOW!) AND BEYOND! SIGN UP AND JOIN THE PARTY ON PATREON HERE
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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1:59:36
RHOP 9x10 Recap: Family Matters
Hey y'all! We're talking Potomac! And while there wasn't an all-cast this week, the episode was far from filler as we dove into some seriously complex family dynamics and some dating shenanegans to boot! And while Lauren's still resting her voi...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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1:13:11
RHOP 9x09 Recap: Mediation Nation
We're breaking down all things Potomac -- from the Mediation duo of Stacey and Ashley, to the sideshow that was everything Mia and Gizelle, we're talking about it all... Hope y'all enjoy!
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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1:25:30
SPECIAL VANDERPUMP EPISODE - OUT NOW!!
Did Ariana show up for work, or did she redefine the job? The breakdown you didn’t think you needed. Stream now!
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VPR Special Episode: These Were the Best Days of Our Lives...
Who showed up for work last season? We're gonna mention it all! Now that VPR has been rebooted, we're here to bring you all the inside information we'd get melee'd for if we said it six months ago! Enjoy!
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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1:26:02
RHOBH 14x01 Premiere Recap: The Single Lives of BH Wives
Guys, it's finally here... that's Beverly Hills, of course! While Lauren's talking a little extra time, she will be back for episode 2 dropping VERY soon, and its the meantime I (Mo) am joined by the awesome Amir Yass to talk...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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1:07:45
RHOP 9x08 Recap: Baby Momma & Courtroom Drama
Mo here! I'm breaking down all things Potomac from this week's episode through a little bit of a heavier producer's lens! From Karen's legal delay and the story implications to follow to Mia's Gordon and Inc dilemma, we're talking through it al...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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49:00
RHOSLC 5x10 Recap: The Todd-Father
For this week's RHOSLC recap, Lauren's off and the awesome Amir Yass joins me (Mo) to unpack it ALLLLLL - from the Todd-Father, the "what about meeee????" to Heather's relentless vying to be HBIC of the Salt Lake group.
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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1:31:45
RHOP 9x07 Recap: Permenant Inc
We're counting down the the Grande Dame's court appearance as Karen navigates the fallout from Mia and Jacquline's Lake Norman onslaught... all while Jassi is throwing a party for her Super Bowl champ boyfriend. We're diving into RHOP y'all... ...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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1:34:25