On a Real Note

Welcome to the On a Real Note Podcast with your hosts Noah Aaron and Aidan! In this exciting new episode format, we dive deep into the latest current events in pop culture and the ever-entertaining world of reality television. As the title reflects we’re touching upon everything from the BET Awards to the lost submersile that went to look for Titanic and had Twitter in frenzy. Join the hosts for a...

In this episode Aidan and Noah Aaron continue their exploration of Lindsay Lohan's remarkable journey, shifting the focus to her career since 2011. From her highly anticipated comeback interview with Oprah Winfrey to her reality show "Lindsay" on OWN, and her ventures in Dubai, this episode takes listeners on a rollercoaster ride through Lindsay's trials, triumphs, and ultimate...

This week Aidan and Noah Aaron delve into the extraordinary rise, scandal, and enduring impact of Lindsay Lohan. They discuss the plethora of movies she starred in that chronicled their childhoods and discuss her evolution from child star to the actress with the most expensive insurance deductible in the entertainment industry. Aidan and Noah take a trip down memory lane, discussing her breakthrou...

This week Aidan and Noah Aaron delve into the dynamic and captivating career of reality TV icon, Omarosa Manigault. From her first appearance on "The Apprentice" to her notable appearances on several other reality shows, Omarosa's journey through the world of reality television has been nothing short of fascinating. She made her start on on the debut season of "The Apprentice&q...

Kardashian Wedding Specials, Tanisha Gets Married, Royal Weddings and more are on the menu for this week's episode of the On A Real Note Podcast. Join the hosts for the final part of our Weddings Deep Dive series where we discuss not only the business behind televised weddings and weddings specials, but also the cultural significance and how it influences our society. Follow us on Social Medi...

This week Aidan and Noah are back to talk weddings by diving into the first season of “Marriage Boot Camp” but also touching upon other wedding reality shows such as TLC's "Four Weddings" and "Say Yes to the Dress".Join the hosts as they discuss the pivotal roles of cast mates Porsha and Kirsten in "Marriage Boot Camp" and how their journeys impacted the overall...

Aidan and Noah locked down a dream interview and welcome a new friend of the show - NaOnka Anyanwu née Mixon. NaOnka was the star of Survivor: Nicaragua and to this day is one of the most notorious Survivor villains in history after 44 seasons. She dominated the airtime in the season by being extremely vocal and steadfast with her boundaries and refusing to keep it to herself when she disliked ano...

In Part One of the latest On A Real Note deep dive, Noah and Aidan discuss the iconic WeTV reality show 'Bridezillas'.Listen to us talk about the most dramatic, insane moments while providing our perspective on the various couples that appeared on the program. We even dive into updates on some of the more memorable brides! We'll also explore the stress that brides face while plannin...

On this week's special episode, Aidan and Noah discuss all things Monique Samuels, a former star of The Real Housewives of Potomac. In this one off, we cover; Monique's marriage, her time on reality television, and her relationship wtih EDITING. Most importantly though, we hone in on her history of pet ownership and the mysterious circumstances in which those animals have either passed o...

This week Aidan and Noah tackle a set of one season wonders that currently reside in the Reality Graveyard - CBS' "Kid Nation" (2007) and Bravo's "Boy Meet Boy" (2003). Both highly controversial but relatively forgotten in the zietgeist, the hosts are eager to highlight exactly why these shows didn't have another season greenlit. From the ethical dilemmas present...

This week Aidan and Noah kick off a new deep dive series; Reality Graveyard. This deep dive will be focusing on controversial reality shows that were cancelled after only one season. For Part I, the duo will be discussing the controversial 2010 reality competition program 'Bridalplasty', a show where twelve women compete for airtime, a dream wedding and PLASTIC SURGERY. Our hosts will be...

This week Aidan and Noah look into one of the most prolific Real Housewives of New York: Bethenny Frankel. They start off by taking a step back to where it all began for Bethenny on reality television - Martha Stewart's The Apprentice. The hosts discuss how Frankel's personality and quick wit helped her stand out on the show, leading to her being cast on The Real Housewives of New York....

Aidan and Noah tap into the Flavorverse of shows that VH1 created in their prime to capitalize off of the success of Flavor of Love 1 and 2. These iconic spinoff shows included but were not limited to I Love New York, Real Chance of Love, For the Love of Ray J, Charm School, and I Love Money. In this episode we explore the rise and impact of these shows, which were known for their outrageous drama...

Aidan and Noah explore the show that started both of their loves for reality television - VH1’s ‘Flavor of Love’. They tap into the nostalgia of watching Flavor of Love 1 and 2 for the first time and discuss how the show, and 51 Minds Productions, caught lightning in a bottle by continuously being one of the highest rated programs on television. They discuss the iconic characters we all know and l...

Aidan and Noah open the podcast by diving into the franchise that started their love for reality television: VH1’s Celebreality Era. This episode taps into the origins of the celebrity docuseries style of reality television, popularized by Anna Nicole Smith and the Ozbournes and taken to another level with the aid of Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie on FOX’s “The Simple Life”.Then came the natural i...

Aidan and Noah take you through an introduction of the On a Real Note podcast - a pop culture podcast that analyzes the 'real' of pop culture. Why did that moment happen? Who was responsible? What was the reaction of society as a whole? And why is reality television not as iconic as when we were younger?