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Surviving Reality

Surviving Reality is the snarky, weekly recap podcast hosted by Corey and Carly that covers unhinged reality TV, true crime, documentaries, and all the chaos in between.

Part recap, part roast, and part therapy session – we bring a neurodivergent lens to the internet’s favorite reality shows, digging into relationship dynamics, communication breakdowns, and the moments everyone else missed. No storyline, red flag, or producer plot twist is left un-snarked! Whether you’re a reality TV superfan or just here for the breakups, betrayals, and reunion show meltdowns, we’re breaking down the biggest moments each week.

New Episodes every Monday and Friday!

Plus a full backlog of recaps covering Welcome to Plathville, Gypsy Rose: Life After Lockup, Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Love is Blind, The Traitors, Polyfamily, Seeking Sister Wife, Suddenly Amish, 7 Little Johnstons, This is Poly, Married at First Sight, and more!

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Latest Episodes:

Ep 62: Gypsy Rose Life After Lockup S2:E8 Apr 30, 2025

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"The Bumpy Road Ahead"

Gypsy realizes that in order to gain the ultimate independence that motherhood will require, it's time to face her fears and learn to drive; Gypsy has never so much as sat behind the wheel of a car.

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Ep 61: Polyfamily S1:E1 Apr 30, 2025

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"In Quad We Trust"

Two polyamorous couples are redefining what it means to be a family as they raise their four children together under one roof; with a new baby on the way and the dads butting heads about parenting, the quad struggles to get on the same page.

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Ep 60: Gypsy Rose Life After Lockup S2:E7 Apr 23, 2025

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"I'll See You in Divorce Court"

As divorce day nears, Ryan messages Gypsy that he misses her; rather than reply, she and Bri share the messages publicly in the hopes it will quiet some of the online hate directed at Gypsy; the negative public reaction is swift.

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Ep 59: Gypsy Rose Life After Lockup S2:E6 Apr 16, 2025

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"Baby Shower or Breakup"

After getting off to a rocky start with Gypsy's father, Ken tries to put his best foot forward; as Gypsy begins the final stretch of her pregnancy, Ken's mom and brother fly into town for Gypsy's baby shower.

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Ep 58: Gypsy Rose Life After Lockup S2:E5 - Crossover with Little Miss Recap Apr 09, 2025

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"And the Father is..."

As Gypsy and Ken wait for the results of their paternity test, the internet weighs in; to get a break from the scrutiny, Gypsy plans a "Babymoon" with the hope that she and Ken can inject a little passion back into their relationship.

We teamed up with Amye & Amanda from Little Miss Recap for this episode!

Check them out at littlemissrecap.com

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Ep 57: Gypsy Rose Life After Lockup S2:E4 Apr 02, 2025

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"Who's The Daddy?"

Online haters continue to haunt Gypsy; Gypsy faces another challenging situation as her lawyers inform her that, due to Louisiana law, the baby will have Ryan's name on the birth certificate until a court ordered paternity test is done.

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Ep 56: BONUS - Welcome to Plathville S6 Off-Season Mayhem Mar 29, 2025

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"Welcome to Plathville: Fights, Felonies, and Family Feuds"

In this off-season update, we’re diving into the absolute chaos unfolding behind the scenes. Veronica goes full scorched-earth mode after breaking up with Micah; we discover Kim's latest theory on the antichrist; and Barry goes from weird turtle guy to full-blown lizard person. Oh, and did we mention a fistfight at Lydia’s wedding? Because nothing says “eternal love” like throwing hands at a reception. Catch all of that, and more!

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Ep 55: Gypsy Rose Life After Lockup S2:E3 Mar 26, 2025

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"My Life is a Circus"

As Gypsy continues to struggle with the daily online hate she faces, she decides to brave hundreds of people in real life at a public speaking engagement; she's reminded that she may never escape the reason that she's in the spotlight, her crime.

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Ep 54: Gypsy Rose Life After Lockup S2:E2 Mar 19, 2025

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"Your House or Mine?"

With her divorce from Ryan ongoing, prepping for the baby, and Ken’s upcoming move to a bigger house, Gypsy tries to manage her stress and keep her relationship with Ken on an even keel.

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Ep 53: Gypsy Rose Life After Lockup S2:E1 Mar 12, 2025

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"Pregnant on Parole"

Gypsy Rose Blanchard is expecting just six months after her release from prison; due to parole restrictions, a pregnant Gypsy will have to navigate two households: one in New Orleans with boyfriend Ken, and one with Rod and Kristy down the Bayou.

Here's the pregnancy song we're referencing in the intro:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NDvaRF4HQHQ

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