Is This Real Life? is a Bravo podcast that relates our favorite shows to our own lives and the world around us. Hosted by Mandy Slutsker.
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Melissa Reich, M.A. is a therapist turned pop culture enthusiast. Melissa earned a B.A. in Psychology and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology. Melissa provides clinical interpretations based on observable behaviors in the media, while building a community along the way. Welcome! Full video content can be veiwed on @yourbishtherapist YouTube channel and on instagram Disclaimer: Posts are not intended to diagnose, treat or provide medical advice. Your Bish Therapist (YBT) is for entertainment and i ...
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Episode 370 - ‘The Best Show on Television’ with Aliza Rosen
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1:08:31Aliza Rosen, CEO and Founder of AYR Media and “Is This Real Life?” Fan favorite is back on the podcast to chat all things Housewives. Mandy and Aliza jump right into RHOSLC, arguably the best show on television. They discuss why Todd is diabolical, Lisa’s marriage troubles, and whether there’s more to Britain’s story than she’s sharing. Mandy and A…
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Episode 369 - ‘Women in Glass Houses’ with Rob Rains
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1:31:29“Is This Real Life?” favorite Rob Rains is back on the podcast to share his thoughts on Wendy & Eddie’s legal troubles before getting into this week’s RHOP, RHOM reunion part 3, and RHOSLC. Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbaldwinrains/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/…
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Episode 368 - 'Four Degrees, Sixteen Counts of Fraud, and an Unhappy Eddie' with Jenny Blaze
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1:14:44Mandy has Jenny from @bravoandblaze on the podcast to recap this crazy week in Bravo! They discuss the shocking indictment of Dr. Wendy and Eddie and premiere of RHOP, the insane RHOM reunion, RHOSLC, and a little RHOC. Plus, some thoughts on the Southern Charm trailer. Check out all things Bravo and Blaze: https://bravoandblaze.com/ Follow Jenny o…
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Episode 367 - ‘Sexualizing Friendships’ with Imani and Ashley (@tasteofreality)
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1:56:46Imani and Ashley, the lovely ladies behind Taste of Reality join Mandy to gab all about Bravo and a little bit about Taylor Swift. They discuss what they’re looking forward to at BravoCon and get into the recent drama with Scheana and Lala before chatting about the explosive Miami reunion and wild Salt Lake and Orange County episodes. Plus, some ex…
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Episode 366 - ‘M&M Hour: Inauthentic and Quietly Performative’ with Melissa Reich
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55:26M&M hour is back!! Melissa Reich joins Mandy to share her thoughts on this season of RHOM and RHOC and start to dissect the first few episodes of RHOSLC. Lots of giggles and talk of gout! Check out part 2 of M&M Hour on: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-bish-therapist/id1702959562 Follow Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you…
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YBT X Drama, Darling Collab: Unknown Number: The High School Catfish
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1:21:04Spoiler alert and TW: Discussion of SA, Sexually Explicit material, Suicide, and Abuse Melissa and Amy discuss Netflix’s smash hit “Unknown Number: The High School Catfish”. The pair provide a synopsis and discussion of the documentary, please note spoilers are discussed immediately.Netflix missed an opportunity to have a professional break down th…
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Episode 365 - ‘Salt Lake City Armor’ with Kate Casey
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1:16:05This week Mandy has reality TV and documentary film expert Kate Casey on the podcast to chat all things Bravo. Before diving into the shows this week, Kate shares why everyone should tune in to The Chryslers: Back to Reality. Then, Mandy and Kate chat this week’s RHOSLC premiere, RHOC, and RHOM. For all things Kate Casey: https://www.katecasey.com …
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In this episode, Melissa shares her personal journey through grief after the loss of her grandmother. She discusses the emotional challenges she faced, the impact of her grandmother's passing on her life, and the importance of support during difficult times. Melissa also reflects on the lessons learned from her experiences with grief, including the…
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Episode 364 - ‘Seeing Dirt as Gold’ with Eliza @FaceReality16
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1:17:40Mandy has content creator Eliza (@facereality16) on the podcast to chat RHOC and RHOM. Eliza shares why she thinks the Kiki/Katie drama seemed suspicious and share which former VPR star lives off “rage bait” before diving into the dueling trips on RHOC and the RHOM cruise. Also, Eliza is starting a podcast next week - be on the lookout for it! Foll…
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Episode 363 - ‘Not So Quiet Desperation’ with Guest Host Rob Rains and Gianna Kinsman
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1:27:19Rob Rains guest hosts the podcast this week, chatting with energy and water policy analyst Gianna Kinsman. Together, Rob and Gianna analyze RHOM and its relevance during this moment in American history before previewing the upcoming season of RHOSLC and debate the appropriate level of engagement between house husbands and the cast. Rob and Gianna w…
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Episode 362 - ‘Lie Detectors and Private Jets’ with Ari Davis
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1:07:11Mandy has DC/MD/VA realtor and former music video producer Ari Davis on the podcast to dive into this week’s crazy RHOC and RHOM. They review how everyone on the cast or Orange County is a liar and why the Miami ladies should have just flown Ryan Air. If you’re looking for a realtor in the DC metro area, Ari is your girl! [email protected] Foll…
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Enjoy this solo recap of Real Housewives of Miami and Orange County. Melissa recaps the last five episodes of RHOM and the most recent episode of RHOC. YBT explains “naked wasted” and how this rears its ugly head as a storyline 10 years later. YBT also discusses clinical concepts such as chaos addict, narcissism, mean girl group dynamics, manipulat…
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Episode 361 - ‘Being Inconvenienced’ with Tom Hamlett
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1:16:15Mandy 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. Watch Dumpster Dive on YouTube: youtube.com/@dumpsterdivepod?si=5ITnoR0DcQEiLapI Follow Tom Hamlett on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.…
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VPR Rewind with Rob Schulte from Vanderpump Robs
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1:03:49In this episode of Your Bish Therapist Podcast, Melissa Reich welcomes Rob Schulte, a podcast host of Vanderpump Robs and Halfsies. They discuss the cultural differences in reality TV including the generational perspectives on shows like Vanderpump Rules and Southern Hospitality. This episode discusses Season 8, Ep 17 of VPR “First comes love, then…
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Episode 360 - ‘The Valley and Next Gen NYC: A Post Mortem’ with Aruna Kalyanam and Rob Rains
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1:34:02The 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. Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/By Mandy Slutsker
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Bravo Round up With Lyndsay and Brady from Recap Rodeo
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2:00:26TW: Discussion of ED, DV and abuse In this supersized TWO-HOUR episode, Melissa, Lyndsay and Brady discuss RHOM, RHOSLC, Next Gen NYC, RHOC and The Valley. The group begin with bravo news including Larsa Pippen’s newest face drama, the teaser for RHOSLC, a tale of two different Meredith’s (SLC versus Next Gen NYC) and is next Gen NYC better than RH…
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Episode 359 - ‘Doing the Dirty Work’ with Louis Staples
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1:32:17Mandy 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 …
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Drama, Darling X YBT Collab: The Valley Reunion Pt. 1
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1:12:41Join us for a riveting reunion recap as Amy Phillips from Drama, Darling and Melissa Reich, from Your Bish Therapist Podcast (@yourbishtherapist), break it all down. In this juicy episode, we dive into Jax's rollercoaster sobriety journey and Brittany's compelling revelations. We'll explore Jesse's crocodile tears and the shock of a rented house. P…
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YBT starts by giving some personal updates, including ways to increase self-compassion and resilience. YBT also shared a story of a Yolanda Hadid sighting in the wild, discusses Kim Zolciak committing financial abuse and Jax on The Valley. Please follow YBT podcast, click automatic downloads and give a 5-star rating (it really helps!) Please follow…
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Episode 358 - ‘Call it What it is’ with Lyndsay Lime
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1:10:54Mandy 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 tou…
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M&M Hour: Shamanic healing and RHOM with Mandy Slutsker
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1:11:36In this episode, Melissa and Mandy explore various themes surrounding emotional health, generational trauma, and the impact of relationships, particularly through the lens of reality television. They discuss Mandy's health journey, her experience with a shaman, and the importance of understanding nuance in character behaviors on shows like Real Hou…
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Episode 357 - ‘M&M Hour: Statute of Limitations in Friendships’ with Melissa Reich
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1:06:16Welcome 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. For all things Your Bish Therapist: Link Treelinktr.ee/yourbis…
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