When Reality Hits with Brittany Cartwright

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REWIND: The Bachelorette's Tanner Courtad! Jun 13, 2025

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The Bachelorette's Tanner Courtad!

Bachelor Nation's Tanner Courtad chats with Brittany about his transition from Pittsburgh to LA, how his brother encouraged him to try out for the Bachelorette, having zero down time before going on Bachelor in Paradise, his intense on screen relationship with Kat Izzo, whether or not he's a good kisser, and a common trend among Jeep drivers! Originally Aired: 08/02/2024

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REWIND: The Valley's Janet Caperna! Jun 06, 2025

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Valley co-star and new mom Janet Caperna joins Brittany to recap this week's episode! PLUS, they talk about Janet's early involvement with the Vanderpump crew, being approached to join The Valley, advice for those going through a divorce or separation, unfortunate bodily mishaps, where Janet stands with Kristin Doute, and Janet's thoughts on Jax calling her a silent killer. Originally aired: 04/19/2024

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Miami Moments and Mom Guilt May 30, 2025

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This week on When Reality Hits, Brittany checks in solo from the poolside in sunny Miami! She's prepping to walk in the Swim Week fashion show with Cupshe and opens up about what the experience means for her confidence and body positivity.

Brittany also dives into questions from fans about dating rumors, mom guilt, cosmetic surgery, her current mental health, and comments Jax made recently regarding the nature of their arguments. Plus, she reflects on how public perception weighs on her as a mom in the spotlight.

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REWIND: Love is Blind's Natalie Lee! May 23, 2025

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Love is Blind Season 2 Contestant Natalie Lee joins Brittany to chat about their recent Bahamas girls trip, why she LOVES a mediocre man, her thoughts on Shane Jansen's Perfect Match appearance, and dating rumors about her and the Bachelor's Blake Moynes! PLUS: A cameo from Tom Schwartz! Original Airdate: 07/26/2024

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Luke Broderick on Baby Prep & Defending His Doute May 16, 2025

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This week on When Reality Hits, Brittany is joined by Luke Broderick for a fun and heartfelt chat about all things baby, Bravo, and behind-the-scenes life. With their daughter just weeks away, Luke opens up about what he's most excited — and nervous — about when it comes to becoming a dad, and how Kristen is handling the final stretch of pregnancy.

He also shares what it was like going on Watch What Happens Live for the first time, how Season 2 of The Valley changed things, and the perks (and pressures) of being in the Bravo spotlight.

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From Red Carpets to Recovery with Jared Lipscomb May 09, 2025

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This week on When Reality Hits, Brittany is joined by longtime friend and former glam squad member Jared Lipscomb, aka Jared Lips. The two take a trip down memory lane—from Vanderpump to iconic Cosmopolitan shoots, horror movies, and life behind the scenes of red carpet glam. Jared opens up about his leukemia diagnosis, the life-saving stem cell transplant that followed, and navigating life post-recovery. Plus, the duo dish on Scheana's “Death to Her 30s” birthday party, tarot cards gone rogue, and the Met Gala.

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REWIND: Michelle SANIEI Lally May 02, 2025

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Michelle returns with a new name! She and Brittany compare notes on their personal lives, including co-parenting and working together with their partners, wanting more kids, and advice to women in unhealthy relationships! PLUS, Michelle talks about her current love life, growing up in a multicultural home, her mom's cancer battle, being the Word of the Day on WWHL, THE DIRECTOR, and her interaction with Jax on this week's episode! Original Airdate: 04/25/2024

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Heartbreak and Hollister with Stephen McGee Apr 25, 2025

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This week on When Reality Hits, Brittany is joined by her longtime friend Stephen McGee—an original cast member of Summer House! They dive into Stephen’s wild journey from small-town Alabama to the hustle of New York City, how heartbreak set him on a whole new path, and the unexpected way he landed on Bravo. He shares hilarious stories from his Hollister days, wild nights with the Wirkus twins, and where things stand now with castmates like Kyle and Lindsay. Plus, Stephen spills the tea on why he’s ready for a Summer House comeback.

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Zack is Back! Cruz's Party and Autism Advocacy Apr 19, 2025

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This week on When Reality Hits, Brittany is joined by her bestie Zack Wickham for a candid and fun-filled catch-up. Brittany opens up about her decision to share Cruz’s autism diagnosis, weighs in on RFK’s controversial comments, and gives the inside scoop on Cruz’s epic 4th birthday bash. Plus, the two dive into their thoughts on ChatGPT, favorite emojis, and which celeb Brittany had her eye on back in the day at Coachella.

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REWIND: Home Sweet Haunted Home with Sherri Cartwright Apr 11, 2025

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Brittany Cartwright grew up in a haunted house in Winchester, Kentucky, and mom Sherri returns to share some of the scary, ghostly experiences from their time there! She also has plenty of true tales about Brittany’s wild childhood like all the parties and driving Sherri’s brand new car into the house! Plus, they throw in a little fan Q+A too! Brittany says “ball of fun.” Sherri says “troublemaker.” You decide! Original Airdate: 08/16/2024

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