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 207 - ‘The Unspoken Contract of Beverly Hills’ with Dan James 21.08.2022 1:11:55
This week Mandy is joined by the hilarious comedian Dan James (who also has a PhD, unlike Sara Al Madani lol) to discuss this week’s Beverly Hills and Atlanta. They go deep into the tension between Sutton, Garcelle, and the rest of the cast and Dan shares his theory on the unspoken contract of Beverly Hills. Dan also discusses what makes Kenya a lovable villain and where Marlo falls short. Plus, M...
Episode 206 - Solo recap: the COVID diaries 14.08.2022 51:33
This week Mandy shares her thoughts on all things Bravo from COVID isolation. She discusses Teresa’s wedding before jumping into this week’s Atlanta, Beverly Hills, and Dubai. Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/
Episode 205 - 'A Very Iconik Podcast' with Nik Lee (@rhoutofcontext) 07.08.2022 1:37:30
This week Mandy is joined by iconik Bravo fan from down under Nik Lee (@rhoutofcontext). They express shock but excitement at the Taylor Armstrong news that hit RHOC before diving into this week’s Dubai, Atlanta, and Beverly Hills. Follow Nik on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhoutofcontext/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ Check out Nik’s ‘iconik’ merch: h...
Episode 204 ‘Stupidly Incredible’ with Justin Sanford 31.07.2022 1:39:07
This week Mandy has Bravo fan Justin Sanford (@WarthogBarbie) on the podcast, who has some hilarious and fun takes on all things Housewives. Mandy and Justin chat about this week’s RHOA, RHOBH, and RHODubai and discuss everything from Drew’s lap dog reference that fell flat to why we never hear about Lisa Rinna’s kids anymore. Follow Justin on twitter: https://twitter.com/WarthogBarbie Follow Mand...
Episode 203 - ‘That’s so Chic’ with Chadwick Massie-Cline 24.07.2022 1:29:35
This week Mandy has Bravo fan and unintentional social media instigator Chadwick Massie-Cline on the podcast to discuss all things Housewives. Chadwick shares how his tweet about Diana Jenkins led to an uproar on Housewives instagram before him and Mandy dive into Jen Shah’s guilty plea, Kathy’s return to RHOBH and the explosive mid-season trailer, RHOA, RHODubai, and Ultimate Girls Trip: Ex Wives...
Episode 202 - ‘Guilty in Gucci’ with Harmony McGivney 17.07.2022 1:23:53
Longtime listener and Bravo fan extraordinaire Harmony McGivney joins Mandy to recap an extremely hectic week in the Bravo universe. They begin by discussing Jen Shah’s guilty plea and question the future of RHOSLC before chatting a bit of Ultimate Girls Trip, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Atlanta, and Dubai. Follow Harmony on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyismyboyfriend/ Follow Ma...
Episode 201 - ‘Blindly Believing? A Deep Dive Into Bravo Blind Item Culture’ with Danielle (@brandsbybravo) 10.07.2022 1:00:27
Danielle of the famed account @brandsbybravo joins Mandy for a special deep dive episode into Bravo blind culture. Mandy and Danielle look into the history of blind items, how blind item culture has manifested in the Bravo universe, as well as examples of blinds that ended up being correct… and ones that were quite false. They explore the relationship between blind items and conspiracy theories an...
Episode 200 - ‘Housewives Nostalgia’ with Kate Casey, Brian J. Moylan, and Emily Hanks 03.07.2022 1:27:25
Get ready for a super sized 200th episode!!!! To celebrate, Mandy is joined by three Bravo enthusiasts to take a walk down memory lane and share what they’re most nostalgic about re: the Real Housewives. Mandy’s first guest is the amazing Kate Casey, host of Reality Life With Kate Casey (who just had her 500th episode!), NY Times best-selling author and Founder & President of the Real Housewiv...
Episode 199 - ‘Extended Release Xanax’ with Hannah Brown 26.06.2022 1:00:41
This week Mandy is joined by her favorite housewives impersonator and host of the “You Know You Love Us: A Gossip Girl Podcast”, Hannah Brown! Mandy and Hannah - who need some of Erika's extended release Xanax after this week - dive into the latest episode of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills before ending with some incredible Real Housewives impressions. Plus, Mandy shares her thoughts on RHOA...
Episode 198 - ‘Petty Drama, Dark Allegations, and Sleeping with Fishes’ with Noor (@therealityis) 19.06.2022 1:29:49
This week Mandy is joined by Noor from The Reality Is podcast to break down this summer of Bravo! Noor shares why she loves the petty drama on the Real Housewives of Dubai, Mandy thinks Marlo is out for blood on Atlanta, and both Noor and Mandy are both entertained and disgusted at the ladies on RHOBH. Listen to The Reality Is: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-reality-is/id1535296559 Foll...
Episode 197 - ‘The DMV, Vibrating Panties, and a Goat’ with Nathan and Mariana (@effingbravo) 12.06.2022 1:32:01
This week Mandy is joined by Nathan and Mariana of the hilarious podcast Bravo Bravo Effing Bravo. They jump all over the place, chatting about their thoughts on the Real Housewives of Dubai and its breakout star Chanel Ayan, question whether RHOA’s Drew and Ralph are con artists, and of course the drama between Sutton and Crystal on RHOBH. And plenty of detours in Potomac. Lots of laughs - enjoy!...
Episode 196 - ‘Atlanta, and Beverly Hills, and Dubai Oh My!’ with Ryan Daniels 05.06.2022 1:38:29
This week Mandy is joined by Ryan Daniels, a Housewives enthusiast from the DMV with some tea to spill about RHOP! Ryan shares what went down at Gizelle and Robyn’s live show, the reasonably shady question he asked them, and how Candiace used to be his (can you imagine!?) Then they dive into the Housewives summer trifecta: Atlanta, Dubai, and Beverly Hills. Follow Ryan on instagram: https://...
Episode 195 - ‘Validating Feelings & Playing It Up for The Cameras’ With Melissa Pfeister (@sidepieceshow) 29.05.2022 1:07:44
This week Mandy is joined by Melissa Pfeister of the Side Piece podcast! They chat about Melissa’s dinner date with Teresa Guidice, being Cynthia Bailey’s plus one to the Ultimate Girls Trip premiere, and thoughts on this season’s RHOA and RHOBH. Listen to the Side Piece podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/side-piece-with-melissa-pfeister/id1549026712 Follow Melissa on instagram: https:...
Episode 194 - ‘Table Gate and Shady Tea’ with Mani (@mixingwithmani) 22.05.2022 1:15:26
Mandy is joined by her favorite mixologist, Mani, from the podcast Mixing with Mani, to discuss this week in Bravo. They chat about the Dubai and Southern Charm trailers before diving into all our favorite shows this week from the Summer House and Jersey reunions to Beverly Hills and Atlanta. Plus, hear about Mandy’s encounter with Elton John! Listen to Mixing with Mani: https://podcasts.apple.com...
Episode 193 - Solo recap of RHOBH, RHOA, RHONJ, and Summer House! 15.05.2022 1:02:43
For Mandy’s birthday episode she’s doing a solo recap of this week’s RHOBH premiere, the second episode of RHOA, and the Jersey and Summer House reunions. She covers everything from Dorit’s home invasion to Ralph’s gaslighting and the Gorge family drama to whatever was stuck up Paige’s behind. Enjoy! Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/
Episode 192 - ‘A Triumphant RHOA Return’ with Samantha Bush 08.05.2022 1:26:20
This week Mandy is joined by the Bravo Historian herself, Samantha Bush! Mandy and Sam, who hosts the podcast “Hot Off The Mess”, dive right into the RHOA premiere before chatting the Jersey reunion part 1 and Summer House finale. Listen to Hot Off The Mess: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-off-the-mess/id1562702272 Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/
Episode 191 - 'Noella, Narcissism, and New RHOA Energy' with Taria S. Faison 01.05.2022 1:24:30
This week Mandy is joined by her good friend Taria Faison, host of the What Else Is Going On Podcast, to chat all things Housewives. They share their excitement about the upcoming RHOA season before diving into RHONJ, RHOC, and Summer House. Lots of discussion on Teresa and Luis, Noella, and whether Lindsay and Carl are ‘faking it.’ Listen to What Else is Going On with Taria S. Faison: https://pod...
Episode 190 - ’Teresa’s Emotional Terrorism and an OC Reunion’ with Blake Adam 24.04.2022 1:21:32
This week Mandy is joined by Blake Adam, the host of the “Blonde Hair, Black Heart” podcast. They discuss the latest Bravo headlines including Ashley Darby’s split from Michael and Nene’s lawsuit against the network. Then Mandy and Blake dive into this week’s RHONJ and RHOC reunion with a littler Summer House to boot! Listen to Blonde Hair, Black Heart: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blonde...
Episode 189 - 'Living Life, Falling Apart' with Jeff Epstein 17.04.2022 1:15:33
This week Mandy is joined by the hilarious Jeff Epstein, who recently started a patreon with his siblings called “Manic with the Epsteins.” Jeff is friends with Dr. Jen from RHOC and they chat about this season, their thoughts on various housewives and franchises, and have a general good time! Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on this week’s RHONJ and Summer House. Listen to Manic with the Epsteins on P...
Episode 188 - ’Two trailers, two Tauruses, and a Little Tea!’ With Steve (@facesbybravo) 10.04.2022 1:26:35
This week Mandy is joined by the hilarious and truly iconic Steve (@facesbybravo) of the podcast ‘But now we said it’. They break down their favorite parts of the RHOBH and RHOA trailers, Steve spills some tea on Housewives pay structure, and of course they chat Summer House, RHONJ, and RHOC. The podcast takes a bit of a detour when they share their Housewives taglines… stick around, it’s a riot!...
Episode 187 - 'Pillows & Beer and white men with no fear' with Megan Rooney 03.04.2022 1:30:21
This week Mandy is joined by the lovely Megan Rooney to chat Summer House and RHONJ. They oscillate between laughter and shock as Mandy recaps the chaotic Pillows & Beer live tour with Southern Charm’s Craig and Austen before diving into this week’s Southern Charm episode. Plus, a bit of Jersey and Mandy’s thought on RHOC. Follow Megan on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganruth11/ Follow Ma...
Episode 186 - ‘Two RHONYs, an epic Summer House fight, and the chaotic presence of Teresa Guidice’ with Tom Hamlett 27.03.2022 1:26:02
This week Mandy is joined by Tom Hamlett from the Dumpster Dive podcast! They discuss the shocking announcement from Bravo that there will be two RHONYs moving forward - a complete reboot AND a legacy show. Then, Mandy and Tom dive into this week’s epic Summer House episode, chat RHONJ and the continued chaotic presence of Teresa, and finish with a little OC. Check out the Dumpster Dive podcast: h...
Episode 185 - ‘Laughing at Ridiculous Women on TV’ with @YolandaFister 20.03.2022 1:30:57
This week’s episode is filled with laughter because Mandy is joined by the one and only Blair Wilson (@yolandafister) - the most hilarious man on Housewives twitter. They chat about their love of Housewives, revisit the discomfort of watching Yolanda Hadid on Beverly Hills, and can’t help by laugh at LuAnn getting kicked out of a gay bar for singing cabaret. Of course they chat about the Salt Lake...
Episode 184 - ‘Solo recap of RHOSLC, RHONJ & Summer House - plus a check-in w/my Dad and Joyce!’ 13.03.2022 1:14:02
This week Mandy does a solo recap of this week’s RHOSLC reunion part 2, RHONJ, and Summer House before she heads off to LA to visit Bravo lovers favorite establishments. Following the deep dive into each show, Mandy checks in with her dad and stepmom, Ilya and Joyce, about their first year of marriage. Plus, Ilya shares a harrowing story of his experience leaving the USSR. Follow Mandy on instagra...
Episode 183 “How These Shows Are Supposed to be Watched” with @PetShopBoy 06.03.2022 1:24:23
This week Mandy is joined by B (aka @PetShopBoy), who explains the right way to watch Housewives and enjoy and ensemble cast. They dive into this week’s Jersey, RHOSLC reunion part 1, thoughts on the Miami reboot, and share what they’re most excited about for Ultimate Girls Trip Season 2. Plus, Mandy and B recount the hilarious Demon Twink story that captured the attention of gay twitter this past...
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