Pink Shade: Reality TV with MP

MP and Kimberly are back from LibraFest and ready to dive back into the 90 Day world!  On this episode of 90 Day Fiance: The Other Way (s8e2) "Kiasu, Kancheong and Carry On," Niles is sad that his parents didn't take him to the airport so he talks to his other dad, Mr. Arc.  Matilda's family is unhappy with Niles and no one knows he is planning to move to Ghana.  We meet Nigel and his friend Chris...

Trigger warnings - this episode discuses domestic violence, child abuse and sexual assault. Mary Payne and Keisha chat about a very somber episode of Love After Lockup: Relationship Rehab (s1e2) "Trauma Bonds". The felons and non-felons are separated for this episode to discuss their trauma and how it affects their relationships. Needless to say, there are a lot of trigger warnings as the discussi...

Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about a new season of Hunt for Love.  It's 90 Day Hunt for Love (s2e1) "The Girl Who Got the Ick".  Our 90 Day cast members are Emma, Brittany, Chloe, Jamal, Kara, Michael, Steven, and Razvan.  Emma is problematic for going after Jamal, but Jamal is problematic for going after Emma.  Chloe is hilarious.  We wonder if Kara is going to tell these men about her Only Fans....

Mary Payne and Kimberly discuss the brand spanking new season of 90 Day Fiance: The Other Way and the premiere episode (s8e1) "Love Lies and La Dolce Vita".  We have the returning couple, Niles and Matilda.  Matilda doesn't know Miles is moving to Ghana; she thinks he's just visiting and surely nothing could go wrong with that plan.  We meet Jessy (29, Bronx) and her man Vitto (29, Italy). He seem...

Mugshot Monday is back and we are ecstatic! We have a new show and it's SO GOOD. On Love After Lockup: Relationship Rehab (s1e1) "Walls within Walls," we meet a STAR, Dr. Ish Major. Dr. Ish is a real therapist with real advice and real skills and we are so happy he's on our screen. We have five couples; first up are Julius and Alexis. He's a mumbling cheater with face tattoos and she's a nursing s...

Mary Payne chats with friends Corey and Carly of Surviving Sister Wives and Surviving Reality about what's happening on our favorite reality shows. Corey and Carly fill MP in on potential storylines for the new season of Sister Wives. We also chat about Welcome to Plathville, the Traitors, Double Lives of Suburban Wives and Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Follow Corey and Carly @survivingrealit...

Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about the last episode of 90 Day Fiancé season 12 (Tell All part 3). On this episode, Marissa tells Edward they can look into surrogacy. Macayla tries to secure another season with Mallorie. Thomas gets roasted but does not care. Maxwell and Ashia fight with God-brother Rod. Everyone seems to hate Mido (except Paula) but he just doubles down on how awful he is. We are...

Mary Payne and Keisha discuss one of these cast members trolling us and then we recap!  On Age Inappropriate (s1e8) "Commit or Quit," Kai and Zachary bond and Brooke and Kai continue their OF business.  Tynisha and Dr. Eric break up and she's maybe starting a yoga business.  Jay-Anne starts a cookie company and learns to drive and Kent tries to act like a supportive partner.  Vic and Caroline get...

Mary Payne and podcast bestie Kate Casey discuss the current seasons of RHONYC, RHSLC and RHUGT.  We also dip into our love for the new season of The Traitors.  And we discuss the documentary A Killer Story along with the upcoming doc, The Swans on Hulu. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vt0AVV5CdlI Support our sponsors: Quince: Their 100% Mongolian cashmere sweaters start at just $5...

Mary Payne and Kimberly cover the 90 Day Fiance (s12e20) "Tell All part 2".  On the Tell All, Catie throws a fit and cries, then gets over it, says she won't drink too much, cries, drinks too much, doesn't make out, cries again and then goes for a run and everything is fine!  Mallorie and Rasit discuss having a baby, while Edward and Marissa discuss not having a baby.  Thomas gets mad about Rasit'...

On the second to last episode of Age Inappropriate (s1e7) "Home Coming" - Brooke talks to her son, Zachary, who tells her he's disappointed in her. Tynisha surprises Eric while he is trying to go on a date and they later reconcile. Kent finally makes it to the Philippines with Jay-Anne and the kids, and he is actually very likable this episode! And finally, Vic and Caroline adopt a new puppy, reco...

Mary Payne chats with Ross Mathews about hosting the 90 Day Last Resort Tell All. We chat about all things 90 Day Fiance, including a harrowing game of "Shag, Marry, Exile". And - Pink Shade Exclusive - Ross spills some major tea about a lunch he had at a Chili's with Darcey and Stacey! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XQBfS6v2M50   Support our sponsors: Quince: Their 100% Mongolian...

Mary Payne chats with Emmy award winning comedy writer, Ali Barthwell (Reality TV for Snobs) about her book and our shared love of reality TV. We discuss every reality show you can imagine and her job as a writer on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. Be sure to check out her book and her instagram! www.alibarthwell.com @wtflanksteak on Instagram Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jmi...

Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about an amazing tell all for 90 Day Fiance Season 12 (s12e19). Catie cries but no one is buying it. Rasit acts like a jerk to Thomas. Ashia gives good advice. Shea's ex and daughter show up and it was a nothing burger. Marissa tells us she's just smarter than Edward and also her ex is a real problem. In the end, Catie storms off the stage and tells Josh to just dump h...

Mary Payne and Keisha chat about the latest episode of Age Inappropriate (s1e6) "Enough is Enough". Vic continues to fight with Caroline wearing the same clothes and Caroline's sister encourages her to leave this loser. Tynisha, the worst sugar baby on the planet, has still not talked to Dr. Eric. Dr. Eric meets with Dr. Selika who tells him to pull it together. Drew and Janet make up and we wonde...

Mary Payne and Kimberly (A Date with Dateline) delve into a Netflix true crime documentary, Death of a Pastor's Wife. We both knew a little, but not a lot, about this case going in, and we think the documentary is very well done. This three-part documentary delves into the death of Mica Miller and the suspicion surrounding her super creepy husband, whom we describe as a groomer, a sex-obsessed wei...

Mary Payne and Kimberly wear their best wedding veils and chat about the season finale of 90 Day Fiance (s12e18) "Am I Ready For Forever?". On this episode, it's wedding time for most of our couples! Catie and Josh actually tie the knot and her main goal is to get to the reception so she can drink and try to make out with someone's date. Debby and Mido apparently consummated their marriage and it...

Mary Payne talks to Keisha about the latest episode of WeTv's Age Inappropriate (s1e5) "Reality Check". On this episode, Janet is still mad at Drew because he spoke to a woman. In case you missed the point, it was HER MILESTONE 60TH BIRTHDAY. Jay-Anne and Kent say goodbye to her mom, Sonia. Sonia has told Jay-Anne that she really wants her to re-think this marriage because Kent is too controlling....

Mary Payne and Keisha chat about a stellar season of Love is Blind UK (s3e11) and a short and sweet reunion episode! On this episode, we learn everyone is happy (except Cuba and Ryan). The couples are all together and in love. Yasmin and Jordan are best friends. Cuba and Ryan hate each other and she throws some shade, which we loved. We will never find out what Jack truly did that night after Faye...

Mary Payne and Kimberly break down 90 Day Fiance (s12e17) "Are We Really Doing This?" Ashia and Maxwell (with a man wig) get married and Rod DOES attend. Mido and Debby get married and we HOPE they are going to consummate, but he's full of jokes, so who knows. Thomas and Paula prepare for their big day but neither one of them is 100% on board. Catie and Josh get ready for their wedding day and we...

Mary Payne and Keisha talk about Kent, one of the cast members, commenting on YouTube and then we recap! On this episode of Age Inappropriate (s1e4) "Trouble in Paradise" - Kai puts on his big boy pants and calls his mother. Brooke is so proud! Tynisha, the most boring human, gets kicked out of both of their homes by Dr. Eric. A woman flirts with Drew's arms at Janet's 60th birthday party and Jane...

Mary Payne and Keisha finish up this super fast and fun season of Love is Blind UK (s3e9) "Are You Ready For The Real World?" with our wedding outfit try-ons, along with the Stag Do and Hen Do and then - we start the weddings! Next week - the reunion! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8OP5864xSp0 Support our sponsor: Quince: Their 100% Mongolian cashmere sweaters start at just $50 –...

Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about the latest episode of 90 Day Fiance (s1216) "Last Fling Before the Ring." Thomas and Paula are NOT getting along before their wedding day, and she is threatening to go back to Brazil. Ashia tells production that NO DEMON will keep her from her wedding (like, Rod) and God talks to Ashia, so Ashia is always right. Josh has a mid-day Stag Do and later tries to tell...

Mary Payne and Keisha chat about the latest episode of Age Inappropriate (s1e3) "Broken Promises". On the episode, Kent again tells Jay-Anne he lied when he said she could return to her home country 2 times a year, but then suggests she bring her mom over for a two-week visit (that will save money!). Tynisha and her friend Kortney ambush Eric and his buddy Lionel (whom he met on a "lady trip") wit...

Mary Payne and Keisha dive into the new FANTASTIC season of Love is Blind UK, season 3. On this episode we chat about episodes 1 and 2 - and all of the other recaps will be on Pink Shade Prime (subscribe below!). On Love is Blind UK (s3e1) "Gotta Stop Telling These Girls I Love Them," we meet Jack, who is torn between bougie Ciara and sweet (gorgeous) Faye. Ciara is a shit stirrer and Jack is full...