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

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

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...

The Summer House Finale + Reunion Trailer + In The City Premiere: Thursday May 21st 21.05.2026

Thursday May 21st: On today’s episode of  Friend Of , we’re covering everything from Harry Style's massive stage to Bravo finales and premieres! We have LOTS to say 👀 We kick things off with pop culture news, including Harry Styles kicking off his tour in Amsterdam. We break down the stage setup, the restricted view drama, and spiral into a full rant about concerts, ticket prices,...

Alex Cooper is Pregnant + Drake Drops 3 Albums + RHORI & The Valley Deep Dive: Tuesday May 19th 19.05.2026

May 19th, 2026: Welcome back to Friend Of! Today’s episode is a full pop culture spiral, in the best way 👀 We kick things off with Drake and his THREE album releases… what’s going on and are we overwhelmed or impressed? Then we get into Alex Cooper’s pregnancy announcement and the internet’s reaction to her husband Matt, mean or just business-minded? Plus: 🎶 The (not actually real...

Summer House Recap: THE KISS + Mauricio Calls Lala a Liar + Granny Spills Isn't Real: May 14 2026 14.05.2026

Thursday May 14, 2026: Today on  Friend Of , we’re covering EVERYTHING from Bravo chaos to AI scams and reality TV tea 👀 We kick things off with the reality TV star who randomly started following Renee this morning, plus the buzz surrounding the Dutton Ranch premiere event… yes, at an actual ranch 🤠 Then we get into the drama: 🍸 Mauricio Umansky finally speaks out about allegedly...

West & Jenn Fessler? The Kevin Hart Roast & Dorit's 1M Dollar Closet: May 11, 2026 11.05.2026

Monday, May 11 2026: On today’s episode of  Friend Of , we’re covering EVERYTHING from our relaxing Mother’s Day weekends to full-blown Bravo chaos 👀 Topics we discuss at length today are: ⚽ The chaos surrounding the Legends of Brazil vs. TFC Legends game 🏠 A full Summer House scandal update, including the latest rumors involving West Wilson and Jenn Fessler? 😳 We...

Met Gala Hits & Misses, Leave Kyle Alone! & The Valley Recap: May 7 2026 07.05.2026

May 7 2026: This week on  Friend Of , we’re covering EVERYTHING... from couture fashion to complete Bravo chaos 👀 We break down the biggest moments from the Met Gala, including our top 3 best dressed, the looks that totally missed the mark, and what the Met Gala actually  is . Who gets invited? Who pays to attend? And how do those massive celebrity donations compare to what we see...

Joe Bradley... A Real Friend Of! We talk Southern Hospitality, Personal Goals and Growth 06.05.2026

May 6, 2026: We’re in Charleston and chatting with Southern Hospitality's Joe Bradley!! Joe takes us all the way back to his early days working at Republic, grinding from barback to the front door to selling tables, and how that hustle unexpectedly led him into the world of reality TV. We talk about what it’s actually like seeing your life play out on screen, how his family feels about it all, and...

Summer House + In The City Cast Speculations. Will Jessi Lead MomTok? RHOBH + The Valley Recap: May 4 2026 04.05.2026

May 4th 2026: This episode of  Friend Of  is PACKED with jaw-dropping headlines, hot takes, and a full-on rant you do not want to miss. We kick things off with the viral story about Simone Biles reportedly spending over $20K on glam for a red carpet event in Madrid… and let’s just say Renee has THOUGHTS. From the time, money, and energy it takes to attend these events to whethe...

Charleston Recap + Summer House Audio Leaks EXPOSED, Kyle vs West Drama & Dr. Dre Dating a Bravolebrity?: April 30 2026 30.04.2026

April 30 2026: We’re coming to you LIVE from Charleston with a full recap of our first 24 hours in the city, dinner at By The Way, behind-the-scenes moments, and a huge shoutout to Austen Kroll for hooking us up with a Toronto Raptors game at BTW! Then we dive straight into the chaos surrounding Summer House, including the SECOND and THIRD reunion audio leaks. Is...

Summer House Audio Leak! Keep Scottie On The Court & The RHOBH Reunion: April 27 2026 27.04.2026

April 27 2026: Welcome Back To Friend Of! This episode is PACKED with chaos, drama, and hot takes! We break down the  Summer House reunion audio leak, who leaked it and will we ever find out?! Renee shares her controversial take on the  Toronto Raptors  (assistant coach era incoming 👀), and we react to someone running a marathon in under TWO HOURS. Plus, Renee explains the  NF...

Summer House Updates, West Speaks Out, Ciara to the Ballroom, and House of Stassi: April 23 2026 23.04.2026

April 23 2026: Welcome back to Friend Of! We’re breaking down ALL the chaos and excitement from Hulu’s Get Real event, and trust us, your watchlist is about to get a serious upgrade. From  House of Stassi  to  The Girls ,  SLOMW: The OC , and  Million Dollar Nannies , we go through every new reality show you need to know about (and our unfiltered thoughts 👀). Plus, major...

Alex vs Alix: Why We Think Earle Hasn’t Spoken Yet & Amanda + West's Bizarre Interactions: April 20 2026 20.04.2026

April 20th, 2026: Welcome back to Friend Of! We’re diving into the latest in the  Alex Cooper vs. Alix Earle feud  and asking the real question: why hasn’t Alix spilled the tea yet? Is this a legal situation… or a strategy? We also flip the script and play  devil’s advocate for Alex Cooper , plus get into why  Dave Portnoy somehow never takes the blame  in the Call Her Dad...

From Bieber to Mormon Wives: Cat & Nat Talk Pop Culture Chaos with Us 17.04.2026

We’re joined by two of the biggest mom creators in the game, Cat & Nat, for a special pop culture segment you do NOT want to miss. They may claim they’re not fully up to date on everything happening in pop culture… but let’s just say they came in with opinions... and even taught  us  a thing or two 👀 In this half of our conversation, we break down some of the biggest headlines right...

Brianna Enters The Chat, "Pick Me" Amanda, and Spencer for Mayor: April 16 2026 17.04.2026

Alex vs Alix drama update, and somehow… it just got more complicated. We’re recording AGAIN from  Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic  🌴 and breaking down the latest developments in the Alex Cooper vs Alix Earle saga, including how  Brianna Chickenfry  got pulled into the conversation, the ongoing speculation, and what we  actually  think is goi...

Alex vs. Alix, Dave Portnoy's Two Cents, Amanda Batula's Odd Statement, and Gleb Sucks: April 14 2026 14.04.2026

April 14th, 2026: We are coming to you LIVE (well… kinda) from paradise - Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic  - and somehow, even surrounded by palm trees and ocean views, the internet still managed to absolutely lose its mind this week. We’re breaking down the  Alex vs. Alix drama  from start to finish - the history, the long-standing speculation, the TikTok...

The In The City Trailer, Justice for Khloe, and Carl's a Mess: April 9, 2026 09.04.2026

April 9th, 2026: Welcome Back to Friend Of! Today we're breaking down the  Lamar Odom Netflix documentary , including Khloé Kardashian’s role in his recovery and the conversation happening around his recent press interviews. Then we get into all the latest  Summer House drama, including everything going on with  West, Amanda, Ciara, and Kyle , plus our thoughts on the unexpected&nbs...

Amanda & West Update, Vanderpump Villa Drama, RHOBH Recap & Lamar Odom Documentary: April 6, 2026 06.04.2026

April 6, 2026: Welcome back to Friend Of! In today's episode we’re breaking down the latest updates in the Amanda & West drama, including new sightings, cast reactions, and everything that’s happened over the past few days. We get into the photos of Kyle and Amanda hugging, Ciara being spotted out in NYC, and what Hannah and Paige said on Giggly Squad, plus what all of this coul...

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