Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

Mandy has Stephen Krugle, whom you all know as “Faces by Bravo,” on this week’s podcast to chat all things Housewives. Mandy and Stephen waste no time talking about their love for ultimate girls trip, RHOSLC, RHONY, and even a little RHOC! Follow Stephen on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/facesbybravo/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Rob once again steps into the guest host chair this week with Gianna. First they discuss Ultimate Girls Trip and why it provides hope for RHOM. Next, the two render a split verdict on the latest RHONY reboot, discuss yesteryear NYC, and dissect RHOSLC.  Follow Rob on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/robbaldwinrains/⁠⁠   Follow Mandy on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy welcomes mani Marcus, host of the Bravo, reality TV, and pop culture podcast ‘The Mix with Mani.’ Mandy and Mani waste no time getting into their love of the new RHONY ladies, laughing about how Lisa Barlow has always acted like a Housewife, and missing the Miami women from this week’s Ultimate Girls Trip.  Check out ‘The Mix With Mani’ podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas...

This week Mandy is back on the podcast with an all-time favorite guest, Aliza Rosen. Aliza shares updates on an exciting new podcast she co-executive produced called Gerbil before diving into this week’s Bravo shows. Mandy and Aliza are in awe of Mary and side eyeing Heather on RHOSLC, reveling in the amazing show that is Next Gen NYC, loving the new girls on RHONY and wondering what’s wrong with...

This week Mandy is solo on the podcast and has a request from listeners to share their experiences with energy work. After detailing a rather crappy week, Mandy gets into this week’s RHUGT, Next Gen NYC, and RHOC. She shares why RHUGT is a love letter to fans, how Next Gen NYC is the best thing airing on Bravo right now, and why it’s finally time to say goodbye to Vicki and Tamra.  Follow Mandy on...

This week Mandy is joined by hilarious Recap Rodeo duo Lyndsay and Brady. They start out by discussing some of the latest Bravo news stories (trigger warning: domestic violence and sexual assault) but then get into the two best shows on Bravo right now: RHUGT and Next Gen NYC. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the amazing RHOA reunion and underwhelming 20th season of RHOC.  Listen to Recap Rodeo on P...

This week Mandy is joined by everyone’s favorite Bravo mom, Teri Maloney! Mandy and Teri discuss the new Hulu series ‘House of Stassi’ including her thoughts on how it was produced, what surprised her, and what she hopes for a future season. Then, Mandy and Teri chat this season of RHOC and The Valley. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the latest RHUGT and RHOA. Follow Teri on Instagram: https://www....

This week Mandy has Tom Hamlett from the Dumpster Dive podcast on to discuss RHOA, RHUGT, and The Valley. They discuss why NYC is the best city in the world, the incredible season of Atlanta, and the casting of RHUGT before getting into the lingering darkness on The Valley that both of them find compelling TV.  Follow Tom on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/   Follow Dumpster Div...

This week Mandy has Rob Schulte pack on the podcast to chat all things in the Vanderpump cinematic universe. Rob discusses the upcoming book he co-wrote with Kate Shapiro, “Reality TV is the Devil and Don’t You Forget it: The Unofficial Vanderpump Rules Story.” They chat a little bit of House of Stassi before getting into The Valley reunion part 1. Plus, Mandy shares her thoughts on the RHOA final...

Get ready to dive deep into the world of reality TV as Melissa and Mandy return with Part Two of M&M Hour! This episode is a rollercoaster ride through the latest dramas in *Next Gen New York City* and the *Real Housewives of Orange County*. If you're a fan of sharp commentary and vibrant personalities, you won't want to miss this!  Join Melissa and Mandy as they dissect the current se...

Welcome back for another episode of M&M Hour with Mandy and Melissa! In this episode Mandy and Melissa chat about the end of In the City and give their thoughts on the season, the reunion, and the future of Danielle and Lindsay’s friendship. Then, Mandy and Melissa dive into The Valley finale, which has become so red pilled you forget the show is based in Los Angeles. They both love Lala’s rol...

Rob and Gianna step in for Mandy this week to give their take on the first season of In the City including what worked and what didn't. Then they venture over to The Valley and explain why season 3 may be underrated by fans. Finally, Rob and Gianna discuss Next Gen NYC and why Charlie is the worst.  Follow Rob on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/robbaldwinrains/⁠   Follow Mandy on Instagr...

This week Mandy has president and founder of AYR Media, Aliza Rosen, on the podcast. AYR Media develops original content across podcasts, TV, and documentary film - so Aliza knows a good story when she sees one! Mandy and Aliza get into what makes Next Gen NYC compelling TV, before diving into this week’s RHOC, In The City, and the Valley - which is having an excellent second half of the season. ...

This week Mandy has New York-based writer Louis Peitzman on the podcast. Louis co-hosts the ‘Supporting Actresses’ podcast and is one of Mandy’s favorite Bravo commentator. Mandy and Louis discuss the triumphant return of the 20th season of RHOC before getting into In the City, The Valley, and Next Gen NYC. Plus, Mandy and Louis discuss a few of the RHORI ladies liking hateful memes.  Listen to ‘S...

This week Mandy has Bravo-loving New Yorker Harmony McGivney on the podcast to chat about our favorite Northeast shows. Mandy and Harmony chit chat about the Summer House cast shake-up, the Tom Sandoval drama, and Liz McGraw’s departure before getting into the RHORI reunion part 2 and the dinner from hell on In The City.  Follow Harmoney on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyismyboyfriend/   F...

Melissa and Mandy are back discussing part one of the RHORI reunion. Through this, Melissa discusses Jo-Ellen, trauma responses discussing mother wounds and narcissistic mothers. The pair also discuss the drama between Rosie & Kelsey, Liz and Alicia and Rulla & Jo-Ellen. Through this the pair discuss mental health, generational trauma, parent wounds, projection, avoidance and more! THANK Y...

Welcome back to M&M Hour! Mandy and Melissa jump right into this week on Bravo by discussing In The City, particularly what is wrong with both Amanda and Kyle for staying in a toxic relationship for a decade. They then move on to discuss the breath of fresh air that is NextGen NYC and end with the never-ending story of Danny vs. Janet on The Valley. Follow Melissa on Instagram: https://www.ins...

This week Mandy has Scottish culture writer Louis Staples on the podcast to chat all things Bravo. Louis, whose work can be seen in Harpers Bazaar, Rolling Stone, The Cut, Vogue, and more shares his thoughts on what’s made the Summer House scandal get so big. Louis and Mandy also discuss The Valley (which Louis called millennial misery porn) and the Real Housewives of Rhode Island. Plus, hear Mand...

This week Mandy has Mary Payne Gilbert, host of the Pink Shade Podcast, on to discuss another eventful week in Bravo. Mary Payne and Mandy chit chat a bit before getting into the Real Housewives of Rhode Island, the Real Housewives of Atlanta, and The Valley. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the Summer House and Southern Hospitality reunions. Check out the Pink Shade Podcast: https://pinkshadepodcas...

This week Mandy has Raya Hensler, host of Reality with Raya, on the podcast. Mandy and Raya spend most of the time deconstructing the Summer House reunion part 2 but chat a little In The City and Real Housewives of Rhode Island. Do you all agree Liz was on something when she freaked out at Jo-Ellen? For all things Raya Hensler: https://linktr.ee/realitywithraya?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&am...

Mandy and Melissa are back for another M&M Hour, including an announcement about cross posting both parts of M&M Hour (see part 1) The pair talk about Summer House, with Melissa sharing clinical information about BPD; what it is, etiology, symptoms, treatments and resources (BPD resource center 1-888-694-2273 &  www.bpdalliance.org Melissa and Mandy discuss real housewives of Rhode Isl...

Welcome to the 400th episode of “Is This Real Life”!!! Thank you so much for listening and being a part of this fun Bravo community we’ve built. This week is M&M Hour, so Mandy and Melissa get deep into what happened at the Summer House Reunion, including the “incongruent affect” being shown by Amanda and West. Mandy and Melissa also discuss this week’s The Valley and Southern Charm season fin...

Mandy has Ari Davis, a real estate agent in the DMV on the Your P&rtners team at Compass, on the podcast to chat this week in Bravo. Mandy and Ari discuss the season finale of Summer House and its seamless transition to In The City, why West lies, and dive into the new cast of characters on In The City. Plus, Ari shares her thoughts on RHORI and explains why it doesn’t make sense for Rosie to...

Mandy has Larry Crespo (@bravobygays) on the podcast to chat this week in Bravo. They start with everyone’s favorite show currently airing, the Real Housewives of Rhode Island before getting into The Valley, Summer House, Southern Hospitality, and a little RHOA.  Follow Larry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravobygays/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Mandy has Kelli Williams, co-host of “Beyond the Blinds” and host of the “Nostalgia and Now” podcast, to share her thoughts on Bravo. While Mandy and Kelli still feel slightly differently on Carl and definitely feel differently on Luke, they have a shared love of RHORI, Summer House, Southern Hospitality, and believing Danny from the Valley is a terrible man. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the end...