Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

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Episode 141 - ’A NY premiere & a NJ book review’ with Tom Hamlett featuring Anthony Lario May 09, 2021

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This week Mandy is joined by two incredible (and hilarious!) guests - Tom Hamlett from the Dumpster Dive podcast and Anthony Lario. First Tom and Mandy breakdown the RHONY premiere including the amazing entrance of new Housewife Eboni, Leah’s conversation, and LuAnn’s lovable narcissism (14:30). Then, Anthony Lario and Mandy discuss Margaret Joseph’s book, “Caviar Dreams on a Tunafish Budget” (1:16:00) - which you should all read (it’s good!). Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the Summer House reunion part 2.

Check out Tom on the Dumpster Dive podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254

Follow Anthony on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonylario/

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Episode 140 - 'Old school values vs. modern mentality' with Larry (@bravobygays) May 02, 2021

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This week Mandy is joined by the nicest guy on instagram, Larry (@bravobygays) to chat all things Bravo. They recap the #RHOA reunion and touch briefly on the Dallas finale before diving into their favorite franchise on TV right now - Jersey. Larry and Mandy discuss the tension between old school values and modern relationships we see playing out this season - and why everyone needs to leave Dolores alone! Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on the Summer House reunion.

Follow Larry (@bravobygays) on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianagebbia/

Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Episode 139 - 'Two finales, a Dallas flop, and a future Jersey star' with Diana Gebbia Apr 25, 2021

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Diana Gebbia, a voiceover artist and the brand new podcast host of Bravo Besties, joins Mandy to chat this week in Bravo. They reflect on this season of Summer House and RHOA as they come to a close, get excited about the upcoming season of Beverly Hills, and figure out how to fix the Real Housewives of Dallas. Plus, a recap of this week’s RHONJ and Mandy’s thoughts on Marge’s book!

Contribute to @ohnobravo & @thebravobreakdown’s fundraiser for The Loveland Foundation: https://www.instagram.com/p/CN7v8BQs75j/

Follow Diana on instagram and hear about her upcoming podcast “Bravo Besties”: https://www.instagram.com/dianagebbia/

Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Episode 138 - 'A prophet, a psychic and a Sutton run-in' with Jacob Numar featuring Kati Riddle Apr 18, 2021

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Just as the RHOBH trailer dropped, Mandy’s friend Kati Riddle ran into diamond-holder Sutton Stracke in Augusta, GA. First, Kati joins to share her encounter with Sutton. Then, Jacob Numar of the podcast Odd Black Individual joins Mandy for a full breakdown of the RHOBH trailer and discussion of this week's RHOA and RHONJ as they discover they are the only two people who like Dolores’ boyfriend. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on RHOD and Summer House!

Check out “Odd Black Individual”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/odd-black-individual/id1540030127

Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Episode 137 - 'Housewives nostalgia & stanning yourself' with Jeff Epstein Apr 11, 2021

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In this iconic episode of “Is This Real Life?” Mandy and Jeff Epstein (host of the podcast “Manic with Jeff Epstein”) take a ride down memory lane and talk about nostalgic Housewives moments. First, Mandy gives a run down of this week in Bravo and then Jeff joins for a fun chat (19:30). They discuss how RHOBH was their gateway to the Real Housewives, ponder which Housewives best describe their personality, and what makes for a good Housewife. Jeff and Mandy dive into how Housewives social media world can be toxic and the pitfalls of stan culture. Plus, a heartfelt and honest conversation about recovery, sobriety, and self-discovery. Enjoy!

Check out “Manic with Jeff Epstein”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manic-with-jeff-epstein/id1470137682

Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Episode 136 - 'Shah-rested Development' with Jacques Peterson featuring Emily D. Baker Apr 04, 2021

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This week Mandy is joined by two incredible guests to break down this INSANE week in Bravo. First, attorney Emily D. Baker joins Mandy to explain the fraud scheme Jen Shah was indicted for and break down the charges (6:28). Then Jacques Peterson, host of the podcast “Unpopular with Jacques Peterson”, gives his unpopular Bravo opinions and shares his takes on this week’s episodes of RHOA, RHOD, RHONJ, and Summer House (49:34). Check out “Unpopular with Jacques Peterson”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpopular-with-jacques-peterson/id1536243282 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Episode 135 - 'A Canadian Kiki' with Simrin Purhar Mar 28, 2021

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Mandy is joined by pop culture writer Simrin Purahr from British Columbia to chat this week in Bravo! They discuss the RHONY trailer, Bethenny’s divorce/engagement, how Erika Jayne’s legal drama will play out on RHOBH, and of course this week’s RHOA and RHOD. Mandy shares her hot takes on RHONJ (Dolores is a goddess, Jackie continues to punch above her weight) and Summer House (Luke doesn’t deserve the wrath he’s getting). Check out Simrin on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simrin.p/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Episode 134 - 'Pool parties & a pandemmy weddy' with Semajh Bludson Mar 21, 2021

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Mandy is joined by Housewives superfan and social media maven Semajh Bludson (@semajwithanh). They discuss the latest episode of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, Dallas, and New Jersey exploring important topics like Cynthia’s pandemmy weddy, the complex mother/daughter relationship between Mama Dee and D’Andra, and why Semajh continues to remain a devout Tre hugger. Plus, Mandy’s quest to make Housewives twitter & IG more fun. Check out Semaj on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/semajwithanh/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Episode 133 - 'Me, You, the Housewives, and Summer House too!' with Kendrick Tucker Mar 14, 2021

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Mandy is joined by Kendrick Tucker, host of the podcast “Me, You, The Housewives, and Marvel too!” They chat all things Housewives and Bravo, discussing the latest episodes of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, The Real Housewives of Dallas, and the Real Housewives of New Jersey. Plus, Mandy shares an update on her Married to Medicine journey and some thoughts on Summer House. Check out “Me, You, the Housewives, and Marvel too”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/me-you-the-housewives-marvel-too/id1525311067 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Episode 132 - 'Naive takes & friendship fakes' with Hannah Brown Mar 07, 2021

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Mandy is joined by the hilarious Hannah Brown to chat this week in Bravo. Hannah shares the inspiration behind her incredible Housewives impressions as they dive into their thoughts around this week’s Real Housewives of New Jersey and the continuing explosive episodes of the Real Housewives of Atlanta. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on Dallas and Summer House! Follow Hannah Brown on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahabrown/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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