Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker
Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker
Is This Real Life? is a Bravo podcast that relates our favorite shows to our own lives and the world around us. Hosted by Mandy Slutsker.
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Jul 5, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 257 - ‘Shannon has NEVER been HAPPIER’ with Emily Hanks (@shespeaksbravo) 13.08.2023 1:18:51
This week Mandy is joined by Emily Hanks, host of the podcast and YouTube channel @shespeaksbravo. Mandy and Emily unpack the latest Bravo news including the RHOSCL trailer, Bethenny’s threat of legal action, and how Trumps former lawyer Michael Cohen is linked to the old RHONY. Then the ladies dive into this week’s RHONY, RHOC, and RHOA. It’s all happening! Listen to She Speaks Bravo” https://pod...
Episode 256 - ‘Bravo Lows and Legal Woes’ with Tom Hamlett 06.08.2023 1:46:49
This week Mandy is joined by Tom Hamlett, one half of the beloved podcast Dumpster Dive. Mandy and Tom start off discussing hot Bravo topics of the week before getting deep into the current RHONY, RHOA, and RHOC. Listen to Dumpster Dive: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254 Follow Tom on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/ Follow...
Episode 255 - ‘Bravo, Gossip, and Being an Accidental Influencer’ with Kiki Monique (@thetalkofshame) 30.07.2023 1:06:07
This week Mandy is joined by Kiki Monique (@thetalkofshame), a content creator who focuses on all things pop culture, TV, Bravo, celebrities and trials. Mandy and Kiki chat all the latest Bravo gossip from BravoCon to Nene’s interview to whether reality tv unions are realistic. Then, Mandy and Kiki get into this week’s RHONY reboot, RHOA, and RHOC. Plus, Kiki's hilarious run in with Andy Cohen...
Episode 254 - ‘Gossip, Cheese, and Ungassing’ with Christina (@BravoBabe) 23.07.2023 1:00:36
This week Mandy is joined by the @BravoBabe, Christina, to chat all the latest Bravo gossip and share her thoughts on the new RHONY, Crappie Lake, RHOC, and RHOA. The ladies agree with Noor (@TheRealityIs) who thinks the fight about cheese really was about former RHONY cast member Lizzy. Listen to GOSSIP with Bravo Babe: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YnoXjjfUhatBBkEde2s3M Follow Christina on inst...
Episode 253 - ‘Wine and Feelings’ with Noor (@TheRealityIs) 16.07.2023 1:26:01
This week Mandy is joined by her favorite Desi girl, Noor from The Reality Is podcast! Mandy and Noor discuss the fight that transpired this week while RHOP was filming and rejoice Vanderpump Rules Emmy nomination before taking a close look at the new cast of RHONY, discussing the magic of Crappie Lake, and recapping RHOC and RHOA. Plus, Mandy getting bamboozled by Vena CBD! Listen to The Reality...
Episode 252 - ‘Spicy Summer House’ with B (@PetShopBoy) 09.07.2023 1:05:26
This week Mandy and B (@PetShopBoy) do a deep dive into Summer House Martha’s Vineyard, which according to B, is the Spicy Summer House (as opposed to the plain Summer House in the Hamptons!) They discuss the reception of the show, thoughts about the cast, and what to expect for a season 2. Listen to Life on the B list with PetShopBoy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-b-list-with-petshop...
Episode 251 - ’Silly Drama and Safe Queer Spaces’ with Kelly Laczko 02.07.2023 1:03:02
This week Mandy has the manager of DC’s Duplex Dinner, and LGBTQ hot spot, Kelly Laczko on the podcast to chat all things Bravo. They discuss the potential Vanderpump Rules spinoff, the nonconsensual filming of Andy Cohen during Pride, as well as the latest RHOA and RHOC. Plus, hats off to Taylor Armstrong our bisexual queen! Follow Kelly on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellylalalaczko/ Fo...
Episode 250 - ’OC in Overdrive’ with Christian Gray Snow 25.06.2023 55:14
This week Mandy has a true housewife historian on the podcast, Christian Gray Snow! They chat about the latest housewives gossip and discuss the unusual relationship between certain Housewives and their online fans before diving into this week’s Summer House Martha’s Vineyard, RHOA, and RHOC. Purchase merch from Christian’s shop: slutpigshop.com Follow Christian on instagram: https://www.instagr...
Episode 249 - 'Shots, Boats, and Bo Dietl' with Dan James 18.06.2023 1:11:25
This week Mandy welcomes back Dan James to the podcast. Dan not only has a PhD in media studies but is a standup comic with a new album (link below). Mandy and Dan discuss the Real Housewives of Orange County as it finds its legs this season and touch on the madness of the Real Housewives of New Jersey Reunion part 3 while contemplating how everyone - including the cast of VPR - moves forward. Plu...
Episode 248 - ‘Saying Goodbye to Scandoval’ with Kelli Williams (@Laguna_Biotch) 11.06.2023 1:45:18
This week Mandy welcomes Kelli Williams (@Laguna_Biotch), co-host of the Beyond the Blinds podcast. Mandy and Kelli say goodbye to season 10 of Vanderpump Rules and season 7 of Summer House, dissecting each reunion. Plus, a conversation on blind item culture and fame. Listen to the Beyond the Blinds podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-blinds/id1577848888 Follow Kelli William...
Episode 247 - 'Hello TMZ, It's Brian Moylan. Get Out the Checkbook, Bitch." with Brian Moylan 04.06.2023 1:59:29
This week Mandy has Dame Brian Moylan on the podcast. Brian is an acclaimed a Real Housewives anthropologist, editor-in-chief of the Housewives Institute Bulletin on Vulture, and NY Times bestselling author of “The Housewives: The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives.” Over nearly two hours, Mandy and Brian chat all things Summer House, Summer House Martha’s Vineyard, RHOA, RHONJ, and Vanderpump...
Episode 246 - ‘Showing Up Authentically On Camera’ with Gibson Johns 28.05.2023 1:36:31
This week Mandy has Gibson Johns, host of the podcast “We Should Talk”, on to discuss all things Bravo. Mandy and Gibson chat Summer House, Summer House Martha’s Vineyard, RHOA, RHONJ, and Vanderpump Rules while exploring themes such as the blurred lines between real life and the show and what it means to show up authentically on camera. Listen to the We Should Talk podcast: https://podcasts.appl...
Episode 245 - ’The Adult Children of Vanderpump Rules’ with Andrea Ashley (@AdultChildPod) 21.05.2023 1:35:25
**TRIGGER WARNING - this episode includes mention of abuse and domestic violence ** This week Mandy has self proclaimed former shitshow and host of the Adult Child podcast Andrea Ashley on to discuss a different way to look at Scandoval. Andrea asks the listeners to look at the drama on Vanderpump rules through the lens of adult children of dysfunctional families and shares how some of the people...
Episode 244 - ’Not a Lot of Self Reflection Going On’ with Emma Oyomba 14.05.2023 1:39:06
This week Mandy has PR and marketing guru and prolific Summer House tweeter Emma Oyomba on the podcast. They chat about Danielle’s unhinged reaction to Carl and Lindsay’s engagement on Summer House (in the Hamptons) and talk about their favs on the Summer House Martha’s Vineyard premiere. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts and recaps of the RHOA premiere, RHONJ, and Vanderpump Rules! Follow Emma on twitt...
Episode 243 - 'There Was Actually Something There' with Selle Brooks 07.05.2023 1:38:01
This week Mandy is joined by Selle Brooks, host of the “Who Asked Me?” podcast and standup comedian. Mandy and Selle chat a little family Karma before getting into this week’s Vanderpump Rules and Summer House. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on RHONJ. Follow Selle on twitter: https://twitter.com/whoaskedselle Follow Selle’s podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whoaskedmepodcast/ Follow Mandy o...
Episode 242 - 'The Mask Has Slipped' with Sophie Ross 30.04.2023 1:23:16
This week Mandy is joined by prolific social media pot stirrer and co-host of the pop culture roundup on So Bad It’s Good With Ryan Bailey, Sophie Ross! Mandy Sophie discuss the Orange County trailer and why they’re grateful for Tamra to be back, get into all things VanderPump Rules, and dissect the issues between Danielle and Lindsay on Summer House. Plus, Mandy’s thought on Jersey! Follow Sophie...
Episode 241 - ‘In Defense of East Coast Housewives’ with Anthony Lario 23.04.2023 1:17:09
This week Mandy is joined by publicist/PR maven Anthony Lario to discuss the Real Housewives of New Jersey and Vanderpump Rules. Anthony points out the many differences between east coast vs west coast Housewives franchises, discusses how he got involved with the ladies of RHONJ, and shares his controversial take on Scandoval. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on Summer House and Ultimate Girls Trip 3! Follo...
Episode 240 ‘Bravo Genealogy’ with Dr. Adina Newman (@myfamilygenie) 16.04.2023 1:29:25
This week Mandy is joined by Dr. Adina Newman, a genealogist who is doing incredible work reuniting Holocaust survivors. She also happens to be a Bravo and reality TV connoisseur, frequently doing deep dives into Bravolebrities genealogy. Mandy and Adina chat all things Vanderpump Rules, explore the Danielle/Lindsay friendship dynamic, and find a way to compare the Teresa vs. Melissa feud to a pro...
Episode 239 - ‘Ultimate Girls Trip and Second Season Derangement’ with Louis Staples 09.04.2023 50:32
This week Mandy is joined by Louis Staples again! Louis is a London-based writer and editor who has authored numerous articles about culture, TV, the internet and queer issues in publications like Rolling Stone, the Daily Beast, Vulture, and GQ. Louis shares his thoughts on Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip 3, why he doesn’t think the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City works, and talks about what...
Episode 238 - ‘Pizza Gate and Intentional Misunderstandings’ with Louis Staples 02.04.2023 1:08:01
This week Mandy is joined by Louis Staples, a London-based writer and editor who has authored numerous articles about culture, TV, the internet and queer issues in publications like Rolling Stone, the Daily Beast, Vulture, and GQ. Mandy and Louis dive deep into what RHONJ stars are unironically calling “pizza gate” and chat a little Vanderpump on the side! Check out all things Louis Staples: louis...
Episode 237 - 'Bravo Fam, We Need to Talk' with Brooke Shelby (@lejaspiner) 26.03.2023 1:38:04
This week Mandy is joined by Brook Shelby (@lejaspiner), a pop culture commentator, style & beauty enthusiast, and ex pro cheerleader/dancer to chat all things Vanderpump Rules and Summer House. They discuss how some Bravo fans have taken the Scandoval too far and ask for calm before diving into this week’s Vanderpump Rules and Summer House episodes. Plus, Brooke shares stories about her time...
Episode 236 - ‘Love Addiction and Housewives Term Limits’ with Blake Adam 19.03.2023 1:38:51
This week Mandy has host of the Blonde Hair Black Heart podcast, Blake Adam! Mandy and Blake discuss the ominous foreshadowing on this week’s Vanderpump Rules, discuss the continuous similar feuds happening on Jersey, and question whether Housewives should have term limits. Listen to the Blonde Hair Black Heart podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blonde-hair-black-heart/id1609119521 F...
Episode 235 - ‘Watching With A New Eye’ with Mary Payne Gilbert 12.03.2023 1:37:06
This week Mandy has host of the Pink Shade podcast, Mary Payne Gilbert, on to chat all things happening in the Bravo universe. They discuss part 3 of the RHOP reunion, this week’s RHONJ, and of course the Vanderpump of it all. Plus, Mandy shares her thoughts on RHOM and Summer House. Listen to the Pink Shade podcast: https://pinkshadepodcast.com Follow Pink Shade on instagram: https://www.instagra...
Episode 234 - 'Rawt In Hail' with B (@PetShopBoy) 05.03.2023 1:25:37
This week Mandy tries to process the shocking betrayal by Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss towards Ariana Madix. She starts the podcast by giving her thoughts on what transpired between the Vanderpump Rules cast before diving into this week’s RHONJ, RHOP, and Summer House with B (@PetShopBoy) Listen to Life on the B List with PetShopBoy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-b-list-with-petshopb...
Episode 233 - ‘Hating on Cancer Men and Blaming Everyone But Tom Schwartz’ with Amanda Page 26.02.2023 1:28:37
This week Mandy is joined by host of the “It’s All Happening with Amanda” podcast and #Pumprules fan, Amanda Page. Mandy and Amanda talk through all the drama and hilarious moments on this week’s Bravo shows including the RHOP reunion, Summer House, RHONJ, and of course, Vanderpump Rules. Listen to old episodes of “It’s All Happening with Amanda”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-all-happ...
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