Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

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Episode 371 - ‘Tough Accusations’ with Tana (@cocofrommo15) Nov 02, 2025

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Licensed behavioral health counselor Tana joins Mandy to recap this crazy week in Bravo. They discuss the new ladies on RHOP, the shocking RHOC finale, and the Below Deck Down Under crossover with RHOSLC. Lots of accusations flying around to go through!

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Episode 370 - ‘The Best Show on Television’ with Aliza Rosen Oct 26, 2025

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Aliza 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 Aliza also discuss this week’s Potomac and Orange County - and agree this is Heather Dubrow’s best season.

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Episode 369 - ‘Women in Glass Houses’ with Rob Rains Oct 19, 2025

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“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.

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Episode 368 - 'Four Degrees, Sixteen Counts of Fraud, and an Unhappy Eddie' with Jenny Blaze Oct 12, 2025

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Mandy 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/

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Episode 367 - ‘Sexualizing Friendships’ with Imani and Ashley (@tasteofreality) Oct 05, 2025

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Imani 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 extra chat just for fun!

Check out all things Taste of Reality: https://tasteofreality.com

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Episode 366 - ‘M&M Hour: Inauthentic and Quietly Performative’ with Melissa Reich Sep 28, 2025

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M&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

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Episode 365 - ‘Salt Lake City Armor’ with Kate Casey Sep 21, 2025

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This 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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Episode 364 - ‘Seeing Dirt as Gold’ with Eliza @FaceReality16 Sep 14, 2025

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Mandy 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!

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Episode 363 - ‘Not So Quiet Desperation’ with Guest Host Rob Rains and Gianna Kinsman Sep 07, 2025

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Rob 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 would like to plug:

Riverkeeper https://www.riverkeeper.org
Lost City Books https://lostcitybookstore.com
East City bookstore https://eastcitybookshop.com

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Episode 362 - ‘Lie Detectors and Private Jets’ with Ari Davis Aug 31, 2025

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Mandy 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! ari.davis@compass.com

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