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Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about the latest 90 Day Fiance cast gossip and then we break down the latest episode of 90 Day Fiance (s12e15) "It's Better to Bend Than Break". Catie is a Bridezilla and jokes that her vows will include "I won't take another lover," which is obviously hilarious. Debby was worried that her golden child, Caden, wouldn't come to the wedding but he finally showed up! Cade...

Mary Payne and Keisha delve into the Mommy Issue Monday / No Money Monday with the latest episode of Age Inappropriate (s1e2) "Broken Promises". On this episode, Tynisha continues to be the worst gold digger of all time. Vic may have a coke problem (allegedly) and Caroline seems like a wet blanket. Brooke explains to Kai how to talk to his own mother. And we meet a new couple: Jay-Anne (33) and Ke...

Mary Payne talks with her buddy Doug Budin about a bunch of nonsense (mattress covers, medicine cabinets, fun facts and trivia) and we also chat in depth about Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip / RHUGT! Be sure to follow Doug @dougbudin on Instagram Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MOio9NC2gm0 Support our sponsors: Perfectly Snug: Perfectly Snug Smart Topper is the BEST cooling ma...

Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about the latest episode of 90 Day Fiance (s12e14) "On Borrowed Time". On this episode, Marissa is nice to Edward and then immediately reverts to being mean as a snake. Debby meets with her friends who are not thrilled she and Mido might actually get married. Thomas acts like a real controlling weirdo with Paula's family and they are all wondering why the hell she's ma...

Mary Payne and Keisha delve into the first episode of a NEW series on WeTV called Age Inappropriate (s1e1) "Mind the Gap". On this episode we meet 4 of the 5 featured couples. First up are Tynisha (33) and Dr. Eric (74). They purchased their dream house but not moved in because she lacks decorating skills. She's mad she's not on the deed of the house or in his will (she is Wife #5). Next up is Vic...

Mary Payne and Kimberly tackle a GREAT new show on TLC Double Lives of Suburban Wives (s1e1) "Risky Business". On this first episode, we meet our narrator, Tammy, who is known online as Erika Swings. We also meet Macy, who is known as Church Girl. We also get to know Brianna, the most famous of these content creating moms. So far, we love the style of this show and have high hopes! Join PRIME to w...

Mary Payne chats with friend Deanna Cheng about the latest happenings with Bravo and pop culture. We chat about The Valley (good), RHOC (not good), Next Gen NYC (she loves it), House of Stassi (she loves it), and RHUGT coming up (Deanna is on it!) Follow Deanna @themontagequeen and if you book a montage, use code Pink Shade for 5% off! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/REa1RJ84-Tw Su...

Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about the latest episode of 90 Day Fiance (s12e13) "Do I Stay or Do I Go?" Marissa and Edward make a list of things they need and set a 2 week timeline to decide if they will get married. Ashia and Maxwell discuss their wedding plans and later Rod grills Maxwell about his intentions with Ashia. Catie goes to her bachelorette party and declares she wants an open marriag...

Mary Payne and Keisha chat about the end of the season, what's coming up on the show, how Sicily is a part of Italy and then we recap! On the season finale of Love After Lockup (s7e18) "Toe Rings and Poly Flings," Rich is surprised to see Felicia but later tells her he's not SURE if they should be together. (closing card says she's back with an ex and he proved he was divorced). Dia sends Cyrus to...

Mary Payne chats with Jason Zeffir (author, Zombies of the Upper East Side) about his book and of course, Bravo! We discuss The Valley, RHOC, new RHONY, RHORI and the new series on E! "The Golden Life" with our OG New York gals! Follow Jason on Instagram @jasonzeffir Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wKi3gXDvo_E Support our sponsors: Perfectly Snug: Perfectly Snug Smart Topper is the...

Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about the latest episode of 90 Day Fiance (s12e12) "So Help Me God". On this episode, Mallorie tries on wedding dresses and talks about her childhood trauma. Thomas and Paula head back to California after visiting his dad and stepmom, and Paula still thinks it will be ok if all the parents attend the wedding (it won't be). Ashia's family arrives in Nigeria and Rod call...

On this episode of Love After Lockup (s7e17) "The Math Ain't Mathin" with Keisha, we find out we have one episode left! Also, Rich got arrested and spend 6 days in jail and Felicia and her SICILIAN family are headed his way! Hollywood Red aka Charlie Red picks up Hilary at the prison and it's all very odd. Keirsten and Kore work out their issues but then Kore squeals to Brady that Keirsten came ov...

Mary Payne chats with Melissa Reich (aka Your Bish Therapist) about the latest in pop culture and Bravo news. We chat about Jenna Keough's GoFundMe vs. Kenny and Armando's GoFundMe. We discuss Danny from The Valley and his problem with Janet. We chat about the ladies of RHOC and Riley on Next Gen NYC. Be sure to follow Melissa  @Yourbishtherapist  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z-...

Mary Payne talks to Paula from Paula and Thomas on 90 Day Fiance (s12). We dive into her love of miniature items and manifestation. We chat about her very successful piercing business in Brazil. She reveals why Thomas has such an issue with a couch and a dresser, and she shares his backstory with his parents. Follow Paula on Instagram @justpaulinha and @piercingjoia. Watch this episode on YouTube:...

This is part 2 of a 2-part episode. Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about the most recent episode of 90 Day Fiance (s12e11) "Meeting the Family" and it's a good one! On this episode, Rasit and Brandy make up (like real men do). Marissa basically tells her friends she thinks Edward is too stupid for her to marry. Ashia and Maxwell invite their family from Alabama to their wedding and give them 5 full...

This is part 1 of a 2-part episode. Mary Payne and Kimberly chat about the most recent episode of 90 Day Fiance (s12e11) "Meeting the Family" and it's a good one! On this episode, Rasit and Brandy make up (like real men do). Marissa basically tells her friends she thinks Edward is too stupid for her to marry. Ashia and Maxwell invite their family from Alabama to their wedding and give them 5 full...

Mary Payne and Keisha talk about the latest episode of Love After Lockup (s716) "Skating Around the Truth". We meet a new couple, Charlie and Hilary. Charlie looks like a broke down Steven Tyler and Hilary is a former "model". Dia and Cyrus arrive home after his mom refuses to see him and then her mom interrogates him. Keirsten fights with Kore (aka Corey) about Brady's kids. Kayleigh and Micheal...

Mary Payne chats with her inappropriate buddy, Ace Fanning, about all things pop culture and Bravo. We chat about RHOC, RHORI, RHOA, our hatred of Danny on The Valley and also, Plathville. Ace has some real strong opinions and we laugh so hard his headphones fall off. Twice. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RubDWdOF-VI Support our sponsor: Quince: Elevate your summer wardrobe with n...

Kimberly is back and ready to talk about 90 Day Fiance (s12e10) "I'm Questioning Everything" with Mary Payne. On this episode, Catie talks to her buddy about her possible drinking problem. Maxwell's family tells Ashia she's old but then comes around and blesses the marriage after she speaks in tongues. Marissa is mean to Edward about the trash cans and also tells him (and her mom) that she has dou...

Mary Payne and Keisha talk about the latest episode of Love After Lockup (s7e15) "Kick Rocks". On this episode - Dia and Cyrus continue to be the 2 dumbest people on television. Keirsten is upset that her anniversary trip is ruined with Brady but they end up banging by a vending machine (ah, romance!). Felicia and Haley get drunk with some friends and figure out Rich has a mugshot. Kayleigh and Mi...

Mary Payne chats with a fellow southerner, Mallorie from 90 Day Fiance (s12). They chat about her thoughts on the other cast members, Rasit's braiding skills, trolls on TikTok, how Rasit is faring in Alabama, why she needed to borrow Brandon's pet camera and how they got on the show in the first place! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xwhJ2PnN804 Support our sponsor: Quince: Elevate...

Mary Payne talks to new bestie, Lori Altermann of the Fan or Fanatic podcast. Lori has a lot of hot takes on everything from Mackenzie Shirilla to Kim Plath to Tom Sandoval! We chat about all of our favorite Bravo shows, Bravo news, TLC shows and our FAVORITE cults! Spoiler - she likes Mother God. Be sure to check out Lori on Insta and TikTok: @lorialtermann Watch this episode on YouTube: https://...

Mary Payne chats with Kim of 90 Day Fiance Cray Cray about 90 Day Fiance (s12e9) "Actions Speak Louder Than Words".  On this episode, Marissa is mean to Edward in a new location: New York City.  Thomas and Paula look at a wedding venue on the Queen Mary and later visit his dad and stepmom in NC. Wow, that stepmom is quite a character.  Catie talks to Josh about regretting her behavior when she's d...

On this episode of Love After Lockup (s7e14) "No Crash Dummy" Mary Payne and Keisha break down the level of stupidity displayed by Dia and Cyrus—it's about a 10/10. Keirsten picks up Brady at the halfway house to hang out with her kids. Rich takes Felicia shopping but she gets her prison "manager" to help her out with her cash flow. Later, Felicia's very sketchy family badgers him about his divorc...

Mary Payne chats with her buddies Dylan and Pat of Bad TV about the latest in Bravo and pop culture. They chat about the future of the Bachelor (Reality Steve and Nick Viall catch some strays) and our love of Mark L. Walberg. In Bravo world, we chat about the sadness and literal heat of The Valley, and of course, the Real Housewives of Rhode Island reunion and the cast's alleged criminal mischief....