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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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Ep 141: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S4:E9-10 Mar 17, 2026

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Episode 9: “The Book of Coveting”

Fury is unleashed as lines are crossed in #Momtok. Mikayla must make a life-altering decision. Frenemies face off, and security is shaken with millions of dollars at stake.

Episode 10: “The Book of Thorns and Roses”

An exploding riff threatens to tear #Momtok apart; a harrowing addiction comes to light, and a spectacular no-show leaves everyone scrambling.

⚠️ Content advisory: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault and disordered eating.

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Ep 140: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S4:E7-8 Mar 16, 2026

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Episode 7: “The Book of Fragile Egos”

As cracks in #MomTok’s marriages deepen, the ladies challenge the men to an epic pickleball battle. Jen follows her dreams in Los Angeles, but Zac struggles to survive as a stay-at-home dad.

Episode 8: “The Book of Unearthing”

When betrayal rocks #MomTok, they are forced to decide whether or not to hide the truth. Taylor and her mom travel to their old hometown to uncover the root of Taylor's abandonment wounds.

⚠️ Content advisory: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault.

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Ep 139: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S4:E5-6 Mar 15, 2026

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Episode 5: “The Book of Power and Pain”

A discovery rocks #MomTok and their marriages but unifies them in a common goal. Taylor examines her toxic patterns. A slight against Mayci raises questions about priorities and loyalties.

Episode 6: “The Book of Conceit”

Torn between success and sacrifice, #Momtok reaches a breaking point as they juggle family, fame, and friendships. Tensions erupt in Taylor’s family, leading to a shocking revelation.

⚠️ Content advisory: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault.

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Ep 138: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S4:E3-4 Mar 14, 2026

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Episode 3: “The Book of True Colors”

Old wounds resurface and #MomTok must confront one member’s duplicity. A revelation sends Taylor spiraling, while Mayci and Mikayla seek to settle the score with Chase once and for all.

Episode 4: “The Book of Exodus”

When #MomTok travels to LA, dynamics shift as one member exits and another’s place is cemented. Taylor struggles with her past, and #MomTok gets a surprise visit from Harry Jowsey.

⚠️ Content advisory: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault.

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Ep 137: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S4:E1-2 Mar 13, 2026

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Episode 1: "The Book of Taking Flight"

As #MomTok sends two off to “Dancing with the Stars,” a shocking return to “Vanderpump Villa” rocks the ladies’ marriages. Taylor makes a bold move. Jessi hits her limits with Jordan.

Episode 2: "The Book of Secrets"

Taylor is offered the opportunity of a lifetime as The Bachelorette, but #MomTok questions her new crush. Jessi and Demi attempt to reconcile; spilled secrets detonate the group’s peace.

⚠️ Content advisory: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault.

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Ep 136: Suddenly Amish S1:E8 Mar 04, 2026

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“A Day of Reckoning”

Judah reveals the secret he's been keeping all season; Bishop Vernon presses James for answers; the English find out that this is only the first round in the interview process.

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Ep 135: The Traitors (US) S4:E11 & Reunion Feb 28, 2026

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"Leap of Faith"

In the final day in the game, the players must make a leap of faith; doubt and paranoia run through the castle as attempts are made to sway allegiances; Faithfuls and Traitors vie for the prize.

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Ep 134: Suddenly Amish S1:E7 - Crossover with Little Miss Recap Feb 25, 2026

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“Honor Thy Mother”

Judah’s mom drops by unannounced, modern devices in hand, determined to save her son from the horrors of farm life (flies included). James finally finishes the phone shanty... only for the English to get sent to voicemail by their families. The heat finally catches up with BJ and she's left questioning if her body can even handle Amish life. With four days left before Reckoning, Allen opens the floor for questions.

Even though Corey was trapped out of state due to a blizzard, Carly teamed up with Amye Archer from Little Miss Recap for this episode!

You can find all of her podcasts at littlemissrecap.com

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Ep 133: The Traitors (US) S4:E10 Feb 21, 2026

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“Do You Know the Enemy?”

With a place in the final at stake, emotions run high as friendships are tested to their limits; new suspicions run through the castle; the mission gets the players' heads spinning and one Faithful goes down in flames.

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Ep 132: Suddenly Amish S1:E6 Feb 18, 2026

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“Wickedness Loves Company”

Matt and Kendra take an extra long walk of shame; Emma can't handle failure; Bishop Vernon and Allen rethink their recruitment strategy; Judah's mom shows up to reclaim her son.

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