Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

Washington Post Bachelorette recappers Lisa Bonos and Emily Yahr join Mandy to chat all things on this week's episode of the Bachelorette in Vegas including the 1 on 1 date with Aly Raisman's ex Colton, the group date featuring Wayne Newton, and 2 on 1 with Derek Zoolander. Plus, how Mandy tried to get Lisa on the ABC show 'The Proposal.' Come for the tea, stay for the laughs!

Franklyn Salas, who has been watching Bravo since its inception, teaches Mandy the phrase 'dusty' as they dish on all things Housewives including Luann's stay in prison/rehab, his preference for Housewives who hustle, and whether Ramon broke girl code in calling up Tom. Plus a rundown of RHOP and preview of RHOC. Sprinkled with shade.

RHONY historians Peter Wilhelm and Chris Napolitano join Mandy to recap this week's episode and ask all the tough questions: Will Jill Zarin make a come back? Will Bethenny and Carole’s friendship survive this season? And what's the deal with the coupon king commercials? Plus a deep dive into Luann's arrest and Tinsley and Dale's wedding dress shopping...situation. Plus a quick 'spill the tea' sash to start out. Enjoy!

Kaylie Hanson Long joins Mandy to discuss all things Bachelorette, including how the show has changed over the years and the impact of social media on the contestants. Kaylie and Mandy ask the deep questions, like was Becca chosen as a nod to modern feminism? Will she have to deal with fragile male egos all season? And is it normal to crash a date in underwear? Plus, some thoughts on Ashley I. & Jared’s Bachelor romance.

PumpRules Podcast host Craig MacNeil joins Mandy to recap season 6 of the best reality show on TV. He shares how he became neighbors with Tom, Katie, Jax, and Brittany, how the cast has changed over the last 6 seasons, and whether it really *was* about the pasta. Craig gives his take on all the #PumpRules tea and how long the show can keep on running. Also check out Whimsically Volatile, another podcast he co-hosts!

#PumpRules manager Peter Madrigal joins Mandy to discuss how he became the manager at SUR, addresses the rumor of whether the cast actually works at the restaurant, and details how his own real life drama was inspiration for the show. Find out why Faith no longer works at SUR, who his favorite bartenders are, and - most importantly - will he bring back THE HAIR?!?

Mandy gets a special birthday message from #PumpRules Peter Madrigal, who can't quite figure out why she's naming her puppy Stassi. Then it's time to spill the tea of recent happenings of #RHONY's Ramona Singer, Carole vs. Bethenny, Faith and much more. Plus full recaps of #PumpRules reunion part 2 and #RHONY in Puerto Rico!

Mandy shares her thoughts on Dorinda's pre-Puerto Rico drunken tirade and Bethenny's intervention. Plus, Mandy and Kati discus perplexing questions plaguing the Bravo universe: Is Jax a changed man? What, exactly, is wrong with Schena? Is Lisa taking advantage of Tom and Tom? Will Erika Jane be out next season? What's the deal with T-Rav's sexual assault allegations? Can Sonja's townhouse rent for $32k/month? And, most importantly, should Mandy have a Bravo-themed wedding DJ’d by James Kennedy?

Get a behind the scenes take on Kourtney Kardashian's recent DC visit from Remy Brim, who met with Kourtney to discuss cosmetics reform (she wants safe baby shampoo for niece True!!!)Mandy and Remy also discuss #PumpRules and #RHONY while diving into issues of loyalty, friendship, and living out loud. They try to answer life's important questions such as "Why is Stassi apologizing for Patrick's poor behavior?" "Is the Housewives franchise anti-feminist?" and "Why don't the ladies of #RHOBH swim in their fabulous pools?"

Mandy and Danielle talk through the highs and lows of New York City living and dive into this week's episode of #RHONY to tackle the Sonja vs Dorinda argument of divorce vs death. They also chat about getting older, and growing out of hard partying ways, and renewed opportunities for women in their 40s and 50s. Check out Danielle on Past Your Bedtime podcast! https://www.ogpodcastnetwork.com/podcast/past-your-bedtime/

Mandy and Kathleen take a deep dive into the psychology of the characters and relationships on Vanderpump Rules. Join for the insight and judgement, and of course laughs as they discuss mental illness, why people behave certain ways in relationships, and whether Lala's "baba" bottle is a healthy way to cope with stress. Bonus content identifying the similarities between reality TV and the sci-fi/fantasy genres!

Bravo partners in crime Mandy and Kati rent a car to drive to Philadelphia in an attempt to meet Lisa Vanderpump at a rose signing event... chaos ensues. Plus recaps of #PumpRules, #RHOBH, #SouthernCharm, and #RHONY. Grab a bottle of rose and tune in!

FINALLY the ladies of Southern Charm of decided to stand up for themselves and not put up with any more guys with the Charleston trademark 'Peter Pan' syndrome! In this episode Mandy recaps the season 5 premiere of Southern Charm, the season 10 premiere of RHONY, the reunion of Summer House, as well as Vanderpump Rules and RHOBH. Full of drama and judgement :)

Parker Schaffel is back and it's all Vanderpump Rules all the time! Mandy and Parker discuss relationships in your 30s, coping mechanisms for stress, self awareness, and the impact of reality TV on people's emotional and physical development. Plus, a crazy story about Parker (almost) going to Homecoming with a former Bachelor contestant!

Fan favorite Kati Riddle is back to dish about all the Bravo show gossip and tackle some of life's toughest questions like: Is Brittany pulling the 'Bachelorette move'? Is Divorce Closet giving Craigslist a run for its money? Will Kyle and Jax ever outgrow their Peter Pan syndrome? Finally, they ask themselves if they're living life like Lois, Lisa Rinna's hot 89 year old mom who is living her truth at the retirement home and ordering French toast at lunch. Lots of laughter!

Mandy interviews UK native Matt Oliver who decodes various Bravo accents, American dude stereotypes on #PumpRules, cast members conflict resolution skills, and what's 'real' on reality TV. Full of British wit and a little snark!

Mandy sits down with Emily Yahr, entertainment reporter for the Washington Post, to discuss the most dramatic Bachelor finale EVER. Mandy and Emily weigh in on if ABC producers crossed a line, what the social media reaction has been, the joys and downfalls of entertainment reporting, and what ever happened to Arie's relationship with Jef Holm...it's juicy, you'll be on the edge of your seat!

Join Mandy in Naples, Italy where her and friends from France, Italy, and Canada give a hilarious look into how The Bachelor franchise & reality TV are viewed around the world (1:45), followed by a breakdown of The Bachelor's #WomenTellAll and fantasy suites (14:00), as well as some serious #PumpRules recapping from Amsterdam (32:15).

Michelle Thaler, an old friend of Mandy's who went on a hometown friend date with her to Minneapolis, recaps Arie's hometown dates from the Bachelor (3:00), Mandy dives into the Big Bear drama on Vanderpump Rules (16:00), followed by a recap of Stephen, Carl, and the Wirkus Circus from Summer House (28:50.

Get a glimpse into life in the Bravo Clubhouse where Mandy and friend Steph catch a live viewing of Watch What Happens Live with Tom Schwartz and Katie Maloney Schwartz! Also included a recaps of the last two weeks of Vanderpump Rules (7:30), The Bachelor (24:15), and Summer House (44:00).