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"You're a prize ... he is not the prize." This week on VPR, it's a tale of two (broken) relationships. It's also a tale of girl's girls and not-so-girl's girls. Plus: real estate drama (congrats on your new house Ariana!), a secret Vegas makeout, very guttural breathwork with Dr. Vu, and our dearest Ann shoots her shot with a potential new boss ... Amanda and Ann are here to gab about it all.
Then, the gals talk to comedy queen and podcaster extraordinaire Aricia Skidmore-Williams (22:44) about all her wild stories from the trenches of assistanthood. Aricia's building an empire; we have no choice but to stan.
For this week's final act, Lauren Payton (from last week!) is back to talk "Swag Runoff," cool/fun/weird hand-me-downs from previous bosses (1:13:13).
Check out:
Aricia's many podcasts: Even The Rich, Even The Royals, Rich and Daily
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"Shoes on the chair?!" This week on VPR we watched our girl Ann swiffer for her goddamn life, and heard Ariana ask the important questions: What exactly is Ann's job description? And why does it feel like she's becoming Tom's mom? Also in this ep: sexy singles in a pool, a situationship in a swan boat, a sad Sandoval in a closet ... and Amanda and Ann are here to unpack it all!
Then the gals interview content creator, comedian, and proud girl kisser Lauren Payton about her adventures in assistant-ing: the good, the bad, and the absolutely delulu (36:26). Her stories are cuckoo bananas, so strap in. Giggles abound, fun codenames guaranteed.
To round out the episode, Ann, Amanda, and Lauren deliver another installment of "If They Were Your Boss" (1:17:30) -- they choose some celebs and riff on how they might treat their staff.
Check out:
Lauren's Instagram (hi.poppylaur)
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"I'll unpack my feelings." "Privately?" "Yeah." "Thank you."
As Ann puts it, this week's episode of VPR feels like "Social Survivor." Alliances are deepening, rifts are widening, and everyone is scoping out where their friends fall on the Sandoval Banishment Spectrum. Amanda and Ann analyze this episode's many "windsights" (windows + insights, get on board!) into why some VPR cast members are clinging to their friendship with Tom, what their motivations could be, and what power dynamics may or may not be at play. Also featured in this episode: Jessica "The Brain" (Lala's assistant - hey girl!), baby Ally Taylewber Swift, and the return of Jwartz/Schwo.
Then, the gals talk to comedian and noted Tom Sandoval impressionist Chris Burns, known to many on the internet as Fat Carrie Bradshaw (22:18), about the server-by-night-performer-by-much-later-at-night grind, life as a video content creator, hot takes on Gilmore Girls, Lisa freakin' Barlow, and more!
To close us out, Chris sticks around for a little improv exercise starring Ann as Ann, Chris as Tom Sandoval, and Amanda as a TSA agent (57:20). Enjoy!
Check out:
Chris's Instagram (fatcarriebradshaw)
Chris's TikTok (fatcarriebradshaw)
Chris's Twitter/X (@fatcarriebshaw) - thanks Elon
ContraPoints - from last week!
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"Another fight, another vehicle." Amanda and Ann wade into the icy waters of Lake Tahoe as Superstorm Sandoval wreaks havoc on the VPR friend group. There are various altercations in various locations. Brace yourselves.
Then they're joined by multi-talented horseboy Garrett Palm (25:36) for a delightful conversation covering everything from YouTube wormholes to karaoke with your boss to the fascinating social dynamics of bears and horses.
Lastly, the gals try out a new couples therapy segment (1:34:45) and share their perspective on Kyle and Amanda's relationship in Summer House (another Bravo favorite) Season 8.
Check out:
Garrett's Podcast - Agents of Travel
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"Hot babes and wolves" ... what more could you ask for!? Amanda and Ann dive into Lake Tahoe with the Vanderpump gang (Tom Sandoval has re-joined the group ... yikes). We've got a derpy wolf, we've got a bee sacrifice, we've got deeply uncomfortable pre-Tahoe shopping trips, but do we have accountability from Sandoval? That is the question.
Then the gals interview Raiza Licea (Artistic Director at Upright Citizens Brigade, former assistant to Juanes) and Milagro Morales (ceramicist, current assistant to Raiza Licea) about the comedy and improv community at UCB, hot takes on VPR, Drake's [redacted], and their experiences as Latina artists in Los Angeles. Beware of extreme silliness.
To finish us off, Ann and Amanda share their Real Housewives taglines (spoiler alert: may contain beans).
Check out:
Raiza's play - YBOR CITY
Mila's coffee shop recs - Picaresca, Café Santo
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First of all, thank you for reading the episode notes. Second of all, this one's a goodie. Ann and Amanda start with a nuanced conversation about mental health, accountability, and "Scheana Twain" in recapping Vanderpump Rules Season 11 Episode 4. Amanda also shares a very important observation about Katie. Then Jacki Merchant enters the chat (18:40) to answer so many questions about how the reality TV sausage gets made. She touches on Frankenbites, notes from execs, the role of alcohol and drink limits, and ethical boundaries. Ann and Amanda bring things home with their new segment "If They Were Your Boss," where they speculate about how various celebrities/bravolebrities would treat their assistant.
This is a month where we highlight and honor Black history in America and many in our Bravo community could be extremely triggered by the insensitivity of Tom’s comments in the New York Times, especially in our current cultural climate. If you have any questions about why Tom Sandoval’s comments about OJ Simpson and George Floyd were insensitive, would like to further educate yourselves on racial inequality in America, or donate to the BLM survival fund, please go to:
**CONTENT WARNING: This episode's VPR recap includes mentions of police brutality (00:2:45 - 00:3:32) and sexual violence (00:4:37 to 00:4:44 and 00:16:04 to 00:16:19) and a longer discussion about suicide. If you'd prefer not to listen to this portion, skip from 00:08:22 to 00:16:49.
If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally or feeling hopeless, it’s important to talk to someone about it now. Contact one of the resources below for a free, confidential conversation with a trained counselor anytime.
Crisis Lifeline: 988
Crisis Text line: Text “Connect” to 741-741
The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386
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Yeah, that's right, it's Emo Night. Amanda and Ann unpack the VPR squad's on-screen drama as they continue to grapple with the fallout of Scandoval and it's effect on their friend group.
Then, Ann's former co-worker and beloved friend Jeffrey Rizzi shares some of his favorite stories from working the VIP section at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring some of our most lovable stars: Regina Spektor, Dylan Mulvaney, Jack Black, and more. "It’s a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock n’ Roll)" and that's what this podcast is all about.
**CONTENT WARNING: This episode's VPR recap includes a discussion about suicide, self-harm, and addiction. If you'd prefer not to listen to this portion, skip from 00:22:00 to 00:27:47
If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally or feeling hopeless, it’s important to talk to someone about it now. Contact one of the resources below for a free, confidential conversation with a trained counselor anytime.
Crisis Lifeline: 988
Crisis Text line: Text “Connect” to 741-741
The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386
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Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart, Maddy Weinberg, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
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Amanda (calling all the way from New Zealand and positively at war with the wifi) asks Ann about her experience filming VPR S11 eps 1 & 2. What was it like working as the go-between for Tom and Ariana post-breakup?? Short answer: yikes. Longer answer: listen to the episode!
Then the gals interview the lovely and talented Molly Kiernan (writer, actor, assistant extraordinaire), who was Ann's assistant at BravoCon! Messy cars, hot takes on Home Alone, snail placenta ... we've got it all!
In the words of our very own VPR starlet, "sorry to bother youuuuu," but we would like to acknowledge that the audio ain't perfect for this episode. We're learning and we're growing and we're doing everything we can to level up your auditory experience. It's only up from here! And if you feel inspired to help us level up, there's always Patreon.....
We dare you to subscribe and double dog dare you to turn on automatic downloads. Do it, bitch. If you're feeling WILD leave us a review but, in the words of Robby Hoffman and Rachel Kaly, "It should be good. 5 stars only!!!"
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart, Maddy Weinberg, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
Developed & produced in association with Paradiso Media
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If you're only here to find out whether Ann knew about the affair (and would listen hatefully and resentfully to anything that's not that) skip to 25 minutes in. See, we value your time! And we don't want you to be mad at us. That being said, we'd love for you to listen from the beginning because we worked really hard on it. Ann worked so hard she got back pain. Amanda, on the other hand, always has back pain.
Oscar recounts Scandoval breaking while he and Ann were on vacation in Japan and share some rich insights on reality TV. How dare someone be so thoughtful and entertaining!?
Maybe this is too much apologetic woman energy (so sorry about that!!) but we would like to acknowledge that the audio ain't perfect for this episode. We're learning and we're growing and we're doing everything we can to level up your auditory experience. It's only up from here! And if you feel inspired to help us level up, there's always Patreon.....
We dare you to subscribe and double dog dare you to turn on automatic downloads. Do it, bitch. If you're feeling WILD leave us a review but, in the words of Robby Hoffman and Rachel Kaly, "It should be good. 5 stars only!!!"
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If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart, Maddy Weinberg, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
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Initial here....here.....and here. Great, now that the paperwork is taken care of, let's get into it.
We're so happy you're here and hope you enjoy this taste of We Signed An NDA, a show for....
Tune in each Wednesday for interviews with Hollywood insiders and recaps of the latest Vanderpump episode. Also bits. An abundance of bits.
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Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart, Maddy Weinberg, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
Developed & produced in association with Paradiso Media
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