Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

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Episode 53 - 'Breaking down all the Bravo gossip' with Lindsay Cronin Feb 10, 2019

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Writer for Reality Blurb, Lindsay Cronin aka 'girl with gossip' spills ALL the tea this week! Mandy and Lindsay discuss her meeting Luann, who's coming back as a 'friend of' on #RHONY and #RHOC, all the #SouthernCharm legal battles, and the #RHOBH feud and whether LVP has another potential spinoff in the works. Plus recaps of #PumpRules and #RHONJ!

Episode 52 - 'Exploring gender and sexual fluidity on #PumpRules' with Garrett Schaffel Feb 03, 2019

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Garrett Schaffel - who does the BEST James Kennedy impression ever - joins Mandy to discuss this week's Vanderpump Rules episode. They talk through the drama at Scheana’s housewarming party, Billie Lee’s portrayal on the show, and Tom outing Ariana’s sexuality. Plus full recaps of the CrAzY #RHONJ Cabo trip and #RHOA Tokyo getaway!

Episode 51 - #OOTDs and character assassinations Jan 28, 2019

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Mandy breaks down all the craziness from this week's Vanderpump Rules, Real Housewives of Atlanta, and Real Housewives of New Jersey. From Stassi getting her own national holiday, to Eva's Tokyo Bachelorette, to Teresa's fitness competition - this episode is filled with drama. Plus, some tea from the OC! RHOA ladies trip to Tokyo,

Episode 50 - 'Bravolebrity emotional intelligence' with Parker Schaffel Jan 21, 2019

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Newly acclaimed author Parker Schaffel joins Mandy to recap this week's #PumpRules including the aftermath of Stassi’s freakout on Beau, her mom's behavior, James’ attempt at repentance, and Parker's thoughts on book deals (well, Stassi's book deal, at least). Plus recaps of #RHONJ and #RHOA! Be sure to check out https://parkerschaffel.com & read Parker's new book, "Get After It: Seven Inspirational Stories to Find Your Inner Strength When It Matters Most"

Episode 49 - 'Ice queens and mother figures' with Brandon Alvarado Jan 14, 2019

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Brandon Alvarado, co-host of the Domestic Partners podcast, joins Mandy to chat all thinks #PumpRules, #RHOA, and #RHONJ! They discuss the rebranding of Jax as a 'good guy', butt smoothie facials, Lisa's tendency to heal broken birds, James' mom, and another epic Stassi birthday melt down. Plus lots of controversial takes on arranged marriages, fitness competitions, and if it's time for Kandi to leave #RHOA.

Episode 48 - 'RHONJ deep dive: from bridezillas to the Bergen Record' with Shira Weiss Jan 07, 2019

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Shira Weiss, writer & neighbor to our favorite New Jersey housewives, shares her thoughts on the latest #RHONJ including the bridezilla that is Danielle Staub, the evolution of Teresa Giudice, and Jackie’s column about Jennifer’s children. Mandy and Shira also get into Vanderpump Rules drama, including Katie’s ultimatum, the firing of James Kennedy, and what the hell is going on in Raquel’s head. Check out Shira at shirasgotthescoop.com!

Episode 47 - 'Recapping SUR Pride' with Craig MacNeil Dec 16, 2018

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Craig McNeil, host of the PumpRules Podcast, joins Mandy to breakdown this week's episode of Vanderpump Rules and share his experience with James Kennedy while at SUR for Pride this year. They discuss why they love a self-righteous Kristen Doute, Jax's new perspective on life, and some thoughts on the inner workings of James' psyche. Plus, Mandy recaps the #RHOC and #RHOD reunions. Also be sure to check out Craig on the award-winning podcast Whimsically Volatile https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/whimsically-volatile/id1361582513?mt=2!

Episode 46 - 'Two reunions and a Pump Rules premiere!' with Armin Mahramzadeh Dec 10, 2018

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Armin Mahramzadeh, founder of the @Buttered_Pop podcast, joins Mandy to recap the #PumpRules premiere. They ponder some of the biggest questions in Vanderpump universe: are we seeing peak Stassi? Is Jax really a changed man? And has Kristen Doute finally honed in on her powers? Plus recaps of the #RHOC and #RHOD reunions!

Episode 45 - 'Low blows in the OC' with Diana Espir Dec 02, 2018

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Diana Espir, host of the 'You Can’t Sit With Me' podcast joins Mandy to break down all the craziness that was the #RHOC reunion. Apparently in the OC, when they go low, you accuse them of doing blow! Mandy and Diana breakdown the epic fight between Kelly and Vicki, whether the Housewives re-watching their drama pulls them back in, Diana’s advice for Vicki when she gets called a pig, and speculations about what ended Gina's marriage. Plus recaps of #RHOD, #RHONJ and #RHOA.

Episode 44 - 'Giving thanks for the Housewives' with Dr. James Mercer Nov 21, 2018

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Dr. James Mercer joins Mandy to recap the RHOC finale. They discuss his friendship with Emily Simpson, Housewives Derangement Syndrome, everyone’s confrontations with Shannon, and what we’re looking forward to on the reunion. Plus, James dishes on his thoughts on his friends from #RHOD, why he’s #TeamDAndra, and whether D’Andra and LeeAnne’s friendship is reparable. Finally, in the spirit of Thanksgiving and #NationalAdoptionMonth, James shares how you can support foster care children through Lonestar Social Services (lonestarsocialservices.com) and Captain Sandy Yawn shares how to support the Jacksonville School for Autism (jsakids.org), which was founded by her sister.

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