Ariana Joy and Renee Reina

Friend Of

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Friend Of is your weekly deep dive into all things reality TV! Hosted by friends and reality tv enthusiasts, Ariana Joy and Renee Reina, Friend Of is the perfect blend of pop culture, hot takes, and candid conversation. Every Friday, catch up with Ariana & Renee as they break down current pop culture news and recap the latest episodes. You won’t want to miss the laughs, the drama, and the occasional eye-roll—you’ll feel like you're hanging out with your best friends. And, you never know when your favourite reality TV star might make an appearance… because after all, they're both Friend Of.

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Ariana Joy and Renee Reina

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Latest episode

Oct 30, 2026

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Episodes

Love Is Blind, Amanda’s Out, Carl’s In & Craig’s a Southern Monster! 30.10.2026

Love may be blind, but we’ve seen enough—and we have thoughts. This week, we’re doing a FULL Love Is Blind recap, going couple by couple and giving our completely unfiltered takes. The chemistry, the red flags, the decisions we simply cannot defend… nobody is getting skipped. Plus, we get into the In The City casting shuffle: Amanda is out, Carl is in, and we have questions. We’re also discussing...

DWTS Dedication Night, Victoria’s Secret Controversy 22.10.2026

From emotional Dancing with the Stars performances to NBA drama, fashion show controversy, and Housewives chaos, we have A LOT to discuss on today's episode of Friend Of. We kick things off with Dancing with the Stars Dedication Night, Ezra's absolutely EPIC dance, and Tyler Cameron and Tate's baby announcement and gender reveal! Then we're getting into all the pop culture and sports news: 👟 Adid...

Verity, DWTS Heartbreak & RHONY Private Island Drama 08.10.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re covering everything from nostalgic music and fashion fails to AI drama and some seriously rich Housewives problems. We start with a little life chat: old music, newspaper routes, and some of our biggest fashion fails. Then we get into the news: 🤖 Love Island Australia and AI drama: Ariana Madix calls out the use of AI, and we have thoughts. 👑 Happy Kardash...

Taylor Swift, DWTS & TV Scheduling Problems 01.10.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re all over the place in the best way.. catching up, laughing, and diving into the pop culture moments we can’t stop talking about 👀 We kick things off with a little life catch-up and behind-the-scenes chat about content, tech, and trying to work smarter not harder (why did no one tell us half these features existed sooner?!)  Then we get into what we’re...

Team Moms Baseball: A First Look at the Iconic New Show! 25.09.2026

Today we’re giving our first look at Team Moms Baseball for its premiere on Paramount+. We had the chance to sit down with some of the moms from the show and get a quick feel for the personalities, the dynamics, and what this series is really about. We talk about the world of sports parents, the intensity that comes with it, and why the drama off the field might be just as big as what’s happening...

Traitors Cast Reveal, Taylor Swift New Music & DWTS Drama 24.09.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re diving into pop culture chaos, reality TV updates, and a little life chat to start things off 👀 We kick things off with coffee, life updates, and Claudia’s pregnancy ☕🤍 Then we get into what we’re most excited about: 🕵️‍♀️ The celebrity cast for The Traitors US and why it’s going to be absolutely ICONIC Next… the drama: 😳 Taylor Frankie Paul stepping awa...

HYROX Scandal, Sydney Sweeney Ad Backlash & SLOMW | Friend Of Podcast 17.09.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re breaking down everything from dance floor drama to fitness controversy to reality TV chaos 👀 We kick things off with Dancing with the Stars: 💃 Our favourite performances from Night 1 😳 Connor going home NIGHT ONE!? 😂 Derek Hough calling Tyler Cameron the wrong name… we can’t Then we get into the controversy: 🏃‍♀️ The HYROX “poop scandal” everyone is tal...

Ben Winston and By The Way 10.09.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re covering everything from late-night tennis to influencer controversy to Bravo drama 👀 We kick things off with the US Open and HOW late those matches went… like, are we okay?! 🎾  Then we get into Bravo + reality TV: 🍸 What’s next for Southern Charm and Southern Hospitality.. and why “By The Way” might be the new spot to watch 🎬 Ben Winston.. the man...

DWTS Cast Obsessed, Stadium Collapse Drama & Kyle Cooke's New Song 04.09.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re covering EVERYTHING from wild news headlines to sports takes to Bravo drama 👀 We kick things off with the storm that took down Rogers Stadium and get into the bigger question… why are we still building “temporary” stadiums like this?! Then we check in on the Lindsay Clancy trial: ⚖️ What a mistrial actually means 🤔 What happens next, and where this case co...

Lindsay Clancy Trial Update, Summer Concerts & House of Stassi Review 27.08.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re catching up on everything from courtroom updates to concerts to chaotic commercials 👀 We kick things off with an update on the Lindsay Clancy trial: ⚖️ Do we think the trial is wrapping up soon? 🤔 The loopholes, legal twists, and what could lead to a mistrial 😳 What’s actually going on behind the scenes and what it all means Then we get into life + pop cu...

Lindsay Clancy Trial Deep Dive, House of Stassi and Real Housewives recaps 20.08.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re diving into one of the most talked-about and complex stories right now..the Lindsay Clancy trial.. and unpacking everything 👀 We break down: ⚖️ The timelines, evidence (and lack of it), and key witness moments 🧠 The legal arguments and what’s actually happening in the courtroom ⏸️ The pause in the trial and what it could mean moving forward 🤯 Our honest r...

Brooks Nader, Lindsay Clancy Trial, and Jonas Brothers 13.08.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re catching up on life, pop culture chaos, and all things Bravo 👀  We kick things off with our weekend recaps.. what we’ve been up to, what’s going on behind the scenes, and what’s currently on our radar. Then we get into what’s coming next: 🎬 New seasons of The Traitors US, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Next Gen NYC, Southern Charm, and Summer...

Drake's Women's Event, RHOC + The Valley Recap 06.08.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re covering EVERYTHING from random internet obsessions to major Bravo drama 👀 We kick things off with the chaos: 🧸 Jellycats, tennis, and all the new shows we’re keeping an eye on 👀 Are Ciara Miller and Shaboozey dating… or just friends? 🎤 Timbaland’s performance that left us with QUESTIONS 🎉 Drake’s event… and why were we NOT invited?! 📩 Josh Peck’s DMs....

WNBA Era, RHOC + In The City Reunion Drama 30.07.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of, we kick things off with the rise of the WNBA and why we can’t get enough of Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark right now. The momentum, the visibility, the energy… we’re obsessed. Then we get into the pop culture chaos: 🎬 Heated Rivalry is back filming!! What we’re hearing and why we’re excited 🌊 The Nantucket influencer drama.. our honest takes 🏝️ Why the Love...

World Cup Finals Recap, Taylor Swift Drama & RHOC + In The City Reunion 23.07.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re breaking down one of the biggest weekends in sports, pop culture, and Bravo We kick things off with the FIFA World Cup Final : ⚽ Our thoughts on the championship match 🎤 The halftime show.. did we love it or did it miss the mark? 🏀 Is Kawhi Leonard actually coming to Toronto?! 💰 And are all these behind-the-scenes deals, gifts, and contract negotiations...

Jax & His Publicist!? The World Cup Finals + Love Island & Summer House Starts Filming: Thursday July 16th 16.07.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re covering everything from World Cup hype to reality TV chaos, and we have LOTS of opinions 👀 We kick things off with the headlines: 💥 Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright’s publicist now dating Jax… and yes, we think her career might be over 🥊 Sophie Cunningham stepping in as a guest ring girl at a UFC fight (and our thoughts on how bad the fight actually wa...

Taylor & Travis Wedding Details, World Cup Chaos & In The City Blowup 09.07.2026

On today's episode of Friend Of , we’re diving into everything from wedding buzz to sports chaos to reality TV drama 👀 We kick things off with the rumored wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce—who was there (and who wasn’t ), the vows, the officiant, and all the details everyone is talking about 💍 Then somehow… we’re back in our sports era: ⚽ Our ongoing obsession with the FIFA World Cup 💊...

World Cup Fever + Is Summer House Filming? + Love Island Recap: Thursday July 2nd 02.07.2026

Thursday, July 2nd: On today’s episode of  Friend Of , we fully lean into our unexpected sports era… because somehow we cannot stop watching the FIFA World Cup 👀 We get into all the chaos: 🇵🇹 Cristiano Ronaldo landing in Toronto?! 🐐 The ultimate debate.. Ronaldo vs. Messi… who’s actually better? 📺 Did The Simpsons somehow predict the World Cup?? Then we p...

Soccer Gossip, TikTok Trademark Drama & Love Island Recap: Thursday June 25th 25.06.2026

Thursday June 25th: On today's episode of  Friend Of , we're covering everything from billion-dollar sports contracts to TikTok controversy and all the reality TV drama you could ask for. We kick things off with the latest  World Cup  news before diving into some of the wildest stories happening in sports right now. ⚽ Why Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly earning over ...

World Cup & Summer House Drama Continues 18.06.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we somehow become real sports girls… and we’re just as surprised as you are 👀 We kick things off with our unexpected deep dive into the FIFA World Cup, from the chaos on the field to the things we simply cannot wrap our heads around: ⚽ Cape Verde’s goalie stealing the spotlight 🔥 The intensity of the Ghana vs. Panama matchup 🏟️ The Toronto stadium hosting games...

Summer House Reunion Part 3 Breakdown, Taylor Swift for Toy Story, and West Wilson's Podcast 11.06.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re covering everything from wild pop culture headlines to the explosive finale of the Summer House reunion 👀 We kick things off with the headlines: 🎤 Taylor Swift for Toy Story 5, her iconic performance and what she asked for in return 🎙️ West Wilson speaking out on his podcast… but staying quiet at the reunion?! 🏎️ Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian in Monaco...

Summer House Reunion Part 2, Love Island Is Back! & In The City Recap: Thursday June 4th 04.06.2026

June 4th 2026: On today’s episode of  Friend Of , we’re diving into ALL the chaos from Love Island bombshells to pop culture moments you need to know 👀 We kick things off with some headlines: 💘 Andy Cohen and his new boo.. what we know and our thoughts 🏝️ The new season of Love Island and our early takes so far Then we get into the MAIN EVENT: 🏠 Our full breakdown of&nb...

Sports Illustrated Swim Week, Heated Rivalry SLAYS & The Valley Recap: Monday June 1st 01.06.2026

June 1st, 2026: On today’s episode of  Friend Of , we’re diving into everything from iconic fashion moments to full-blown Bravo drama 👀 We kick things off with the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Fashion Show, including Ilona Maher absolutely STEALING the show by jumping into the pool 🔥 We talk inclusivity, representation, and whether the fashion world is keeping u...

Summer House Reunion Part 1 Recap, Ciara vs Amanda & West Drama 28.05.2026

Today’s episode of Friend Of is a BIG one. We’re diving deep into the chaos of the Summer House Reunion Part 1 and breaking down everything you need to know 👀 We kick things off with some pop culture and sports chatter: 🏀 The reality of NBA Playoffs ticket prices vs. WNBA tickets 💪 Our love for Caitlin Clark and the viral Peloton moment featuring Hudson Williams 🏎️ Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardas...

Renee's in Vegas, Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Courtside + The Valley Drama 25.05.2026

On today’s episode of Friend Of , we’re coming to you virtually as Renee records live from Sphere in Las Vegas, and her experience seeing No Doubt is EVERYTHING 👀 We get into: 🎤 What it’s actually like inside the Sphere and whether it lives up to the hype 🎩 Ariana’s unexpected love for a magic show (and why she’s fully leaning in) Then we bounce into pop culture + sports crossover chaos: 🏀 Tay...

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