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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 161: This is Poly S1:E1 May 31, 2026

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“The More, the Messier”

Tehmeena is stunned when BQ’s lie is exposed on a poly date. The Power Throuple comes out to their conservative family. Bri & Marley race towards their dream of 999,000 women. Yahweh Madi & Yahweh Krystal clash when jealousy strikes among the queens.

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Ep 160: Welcome to Plathville S8:E9 May 27, 2026

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"It's All Cattywampus”

Kim helps Ethan settle into his new home in Wisconsin and has a heart-to-heart with Teegan. Isaac and Kaylynn spend a memorable evening with Lydia and Zac. Later, while Zac and Barry bond at a spa, Lydia joins Kim on her drive back to Georgia, where the conversation takes an unexpected turn, leaving Lydia speechless.

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Ep 159: Welcome to Plathville S8:E8 May 20, 2026

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"Up Creek Without A Paddle”

Ethan continues to try to win back Teegan's heart, but Moriah, Isaac, and Kaylynn worry it's too little too late. Ken confronts Kim about her weight. Lydia dishes on the intimate details of married life. And a worried Kim drives to Wisconsin to check on Ethan.

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Ep 158: 7 Little Johnstons S17:E10 May 14, 2026

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"10 out of 10 Wedding”

Liz and Brice's wedding day is finally here! But with the recent rainstorm, everyone is stressed as the ceremony site is a muddy mess. Liz reveals something that shocks all of her bridesmaids. After they say their I do's, Brice unveils a big surprise to his bride.

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Ep 157: Welcome to Plathville S8:E7 May 13, 2026

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"A Bone To Pick With You”

After a tense start in Montana, Ethan sets out to repair his relationship with Teegan but is met with the cold shoulder. Meanwhile, Lydia and Zac navigate feeling like outsiders as everyone vacations in Montana. Barry gets serious about bigfoot.

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Ep 156: 7 Little Johnstons S17:E9 May 07, 2026

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"The Rain Is Giving Me the Ick”

It's the week leading up to Elizabeth and Brice's wedding and there's lots to do to get ready. Liz's dress is back from getting alterations, but she worries it's still not right. The backyard is transformed into the perfect wedding venue, but a rainstorm puts everything in jeopardy.

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Ep 155: Welcome to Plathville S8:E6 May 06, 2026

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"Kick Mud, Kiss My Grits”

Ethan returns to Cairo for Thanksgiving before officially moving to Wisconsin to be closer to his ex-girlfriend, Teegan. Kim makes a surprising admission to the family, Barry hunts for Bigfoot, and Zac inserts himself into Ethan's "situationship."

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Ep 154: 7 Little Johnstons S17:E8 Apr 30, 2026

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"He's Low-Key Chopping Down a Tree”

Amber and Emma surprise Liz with a bridal shower. Jonah and Alex help Brice get over his fear of public speaking with cardboard cutouts of the family. Trent cuts down a tree in the backyard, but concerns rise as he begins having heart palpitations. The family experiences a devastating loss.

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Ep 153: Welcome to Plathville S8:E5 Apr 29, 2026

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"High Hopes”

Moriah gives a glimpse into her life in Montana. Isaac looks for a reconciliation with Kaylynn. Ethan hopes his rather complicated plan to surprise Teegan doesn't backfire. Barry learns what people are saying about him in town.

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Ep 152: 7 Little Johnstons S17:E7 Apr 23, 2026

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"POV: Now You’re Training a Chicken”

The family works on wedding projects, Trent has a job for Boppa golf, Alex and Emma tackle school projects, and Liz worries about her wedding dress alterations going smoothly.

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