The Reality Of Reality

Lisa Vanderpump has officially entered the hotel business! But opening The Vanderpump Hotel in Las Vegas didn’t come without its fair share of obstacles. And before Bravo’s upcoming three-part series premieres, Lisa is giving us the inside scoop on what REALLY went down behind the scenes.

Lisa opens up about what it was like to see her name on the side of a hotel for the very first time, the drama between the Vanderpump Rules and Vanderpump Villa casts (and teases a juicy moment involving Audrey and Marciano 👀), reveals which original Vanderpump Rules cast member she’d want working at her new hotel, and explains the real reason why she never changed her last name from Vanderpump to Todd after marrying Ken. 

Lisa also reflects on the lasting impact of her beloved late dog Giggy, shares the story behind the bar named in his honor, and even recommends I try the infamous “Pump and Bump” the next time I visit the Gigolo Bar. This is the inside scoop you won’t want to miss!

It’s a Housewives takeover! Josh the RHONY Stan is back in the [virtual] studio to talk all things Real Housewives—from Salt Lake City to New York and everywhere in between. And this episode could not have started with better timing: the Southern Charm Season 12 trailer dropped the exact moment we started recording! So, naturally, Josh and I watched it for the first time together, live on The Reality of Reality. You’ll hear our genuine, unfiltered reactions as we break down that wild trailer in real time.

Then, we’re heading to Bluestone Manor for the Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip finale. Was Luann actually being annoying? Are Teresa and Melissa really friends again? Did Vicki deserve those flowers? And did the Rhode Island girls need to shut up?! Josh and I are answering ALL of these questions and breaking down everything that went down in the finale.

Next, we’re heading to New York with the self-proclaimed “RHONY Stan” himself. We’re breaking down the first few episodes of the season, assessing how Daisy is fitting into the group, revisiting the Erin and Jessel drama, diving into the lore of Hailey Glassman, and debating whether or not Carol is really fitting in with the rest of the cast.

And finally, we’re heading to Salt Lake City because I needed to know Josh’s thoughts on Ashley Quai. We’re talking about the St. Patrick’s Day trip to San Francisco, whether the current cast dynamic is actually working, and how Josh is VERY reluctantly starting to side with Lisa Barlow. 🫨

It has been a WEEK for reality TV watchers! So, in today’s episode, I’m breaking down the five biggest reality TV stories that have been living rent-free in my head, and there is A LOT to unpack.

First, we’re getting into the ongoing drama surrounding Milania Giudice, including the factors that may have contributed to her very public airport incident. Then, I’m taking a deep dive into Pauly D and Nikki Hall’s relationship history, from Double Shot at Love and Jersey Shore Family Vacation to Pauly’s daughter Amabella and everything that happened along the way. Next, I’m sharing an interview with Hudson McLeroy from Next Gen NYC that I wish we had gotten more of during the Season 2 reunion. Then, we’re diving into ALL the Below Deck Med drama currently unfolding, including the surprising [alleged] love connection that has developed since the season wrapped. And finally, we have to talk about West Wilson joining Netflix’s Million Dollar Secret! And why having Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia as a fellow cast member could seriously complicate his game.

From family issues and love connections to behind-the-scenes revelations and reality TV feuds, these are the five stories I can’t stop talking about. So tune in for my takes on everything happening in the world of reality TV right now!

TW: Mentions of addiction and DV

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work on reality TV? Well, Mikayla Giroux is pulling back the curtain and taking us behind the scenes!

Mikayla has worked on some of television’s biggest reality shows, including The Bachelorette, Big Brother, and The Masked Singer. Now, she’s giving us an inside look at what it takes to produce The Challenge—from what her role as a producer actually entails to what it’s like filming on location and navigating the unpredictable moments that come with producing a competition show.

Mikayla is sharing what viewers don’t get to see, what really goes into making The Challenge come to life, and some of the most memorable moments she’s experienced on set, and off - like attending the Emmy’s with Johnny Bananas, CT, and Phaedra Parks 👀.

Challenge fans, this one is for you. Tune in for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at The Challenge from the perspective of a producer.

Ever wonder where the kids of Next Gen NYC actually came from? 👀 In today’s episode, I’m doing a deep dive into the backgrounds of the entire cast—from their childhoods and upbringings to their famous parents, family connections, and how they found themselves in the Bravo universe.

We’re getting into Ariana Biermann, Charlie Zakkour, Riley Burress, Brooks Marks, Liam Obergfoll, Emira D’Spain, Georgia McCann, Ava Dash, Shai Frutcher, Gia Giudice, Hudson McLeroy, and Rowan Henchy. And trust me, there is A LOT to unpack. From Gia Giudice’s parents’ jail time, to Charlie Zakkour’s connection to Lindsay Lohan, Ava Dash appearing on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and all of the Biermann family drama.

If you’ve ever wondered how the Next Gen NYC cast became who they are, this episode is for you!