The Ringer

Reality Hangover

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Juliet Litman and Callie Curry discuss the most pressing topics in reality TV, from 'Love Island' to 'The Traitors,' 'The Bachelor' to 'Love Is Blind,' 'Mormon Wives' to 'Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders,' and much more. They are the cultural anthropologists you need to understand what you're watching on TV. And there won't be an episode of Reality Hangover without digressions into the world of sports, parenting, and anything else on their minds.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Breaking Down All of the Week 3 Drama With Natasha Parker 19.01.2021

Juliet is joined by former ‘Bachelor’ contestant Natasha Parker to break down this week’s episode of ‘The Bachelor.’ They talk about all the drama surrounding Sarah and whether or not the women were right to be mad at her (1:00), the erotica-themed group date (29:10), and Serena P.’s sweet one-on-one date with Matt (38:06). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Natasha Parker Learn more about your ad choices...

ESPN’s Jay Bilas on Bachelor Nation and Reality TV 14.01.2021

Juliet is joined by ESPN analyst Jay Bilas to discuss 'The Bachelor’ and reality TV favorites. They weigh in on the first two episodes of Matt James’s season (12:30), the athletes in Bachelor Nation (20:30), and the correlation between 'The Bachelor' and their favorite reality TV shows ‘Top Chef,’ ‘Chopped,’ and ‘The Real World’ (27:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Jay Bilas Learn more about your a...

Drama With Victoria and the First Group Dates With Jared Freid 12.01.2021

Week 2 has begun and Matt James's season is in full swing! James and the contestants continue the search for love at Nemacolin and Jared Freid joins Juliet to discuss the weirdness from Victoria, the wild first group date, and the early favorites out of this season. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Jared Freid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘The Bachelor’ Matt James Is Here! Plus, Fan Favorite Ivan Hall. 07.01.2021

Juliet is joined by the current Bachelor, Matt James, to discuss his journey to find love. They talk about his preparation for the show, his experience meeting the women, and how he navigated his role as ‘The Bachelor’ (1:00). Then fan favorite Ivan Hall joins to discuss his journey on Clare and Tayshia’s season and what we can expect next from him (18:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Matt James a...

Breaking Down the Premiere of Matt James’s Season With Rachel Lindsay and Van Lathan (Live) 05.01.2021

Juliet is joined by Rachel Lindsay and Van Lathan to break down the premiere of Matt James’s (919) season. They talk about their first impressions of the girls, how they feel about Matt as the Bachelor, and more. Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Rachel Lindsay and Van Lathan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Looking Back on Clayshia's Season and Previewing Matt's Season With Rob Mills 28.12.2020

Juliet is joined by Rob Mills, senior VP of alternative series for ABC, to talk about the work that went into producing Clare and Tayshia's season during COVID (1:31), lessons they learned from that to make Matt's season work (22:55), and whether or not we will be getting a season of 'Bachelor in Paradise' anytime soon (36:44). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rob Mills Learn more about your ad choices....

Reacting to the Season Finale of 'The Bachelorette' 23.12.2020

Juliet Litman is joined by Nora Princiotti to break down Tayshia's season finale of ‘The Bachelorette.’ They discuss the final four men (8:30), Tayshia's engagement (24:30), and predict what the contestants are up to post-bubble (37:00). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nora Princiotti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking Down the Fantasy Suite Dates With Mallory Rubin 22.12.2020

Juliet is joined by Mallory Rubin to break down the three fantasy suite dates we saw on Monday night's episode. They talk about all of the chemistry present between Zac and Tayshia (10:35), Ivan's very cold ice bath date (25:37), Brendan's self-exit from the show (33:36), and Ben's return (48:20). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mallory Rubin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

Meeting the Women From Matt James’s Season. Plus, Blueberry Bagelgate! 17.12.2020

In preparation for Matt James’s season of ‘The Bachelor,’ Juliet Litman is joined by casting director Jazzy Collins to discuss the women that have been cast for Matt’s season. They run through the bios of all 32 women and offer predictions for what’s to come (11:30). Plus, bagel enthusiast Jared Freid joins to discuss Blueberry Bagelgate (1:10:00)! Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Jazzy Collins and Jar...

The Hometowns Come to the La Quinta Inn, With Nick Viall 16.12.2020

Juliet is joined by Nick Viall to break down this week’s “hometowns” episode. They talk about Ben’s exit from the show (2:07), the heartwarming appearance by Ivan’s brother (20:20), Zac and Tayshia’s “New York” date (34:34), and Brendan’s niece stealing the show (44:57). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nick Viall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lauren Zima on "Men Tell All" and Paradise Predictions 15.12.2020

Juliet is joined by Lauren Zima to discuss the latest episode of 'The Bachelorette' as hometowns are just around the corner. They break down the "Men Tell All" portion and who might be good contenders for 'Bachelor in Paradise.' They also dive into the emotional departure of Riley and how the maturity seen in these recent breakups has been a breath of fresh air. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Z...

So, How Will We Remember This Season? 11.12.2020

Juliet Litman is joined by Amelia Wedemeyer to discuss how the show has handled the men's traumatic stories and a broad view of the season so far (3:00). They also discuss their favorite guys and the big reality TV news of the day: The Kardashians are moving to Hulu (21:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mallory Rubin on Her Favorite Guys and Some Predictions for the Rest of This Season 09.12.2020

Juliet is joined by Mallory Rubin to talk about her thoughts on Tayshia’s season so far (8:39), her favorite guys left (14:28), the lie detector date (34:46), and her feelings about Bennett, who went from being a fan favorite to a villain (54:14). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mallory Rubin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reflecting on Palm Springs, Muscle Beach, and the Cast With Dr. Joe 03.12.2020

Juliet is joined by Dr. Joe Park from Clare and Tayshia’s season of ‘The Bachelorette.’ They dive into his decision to go on the show (4:30), his experience in Palm Springs with Clare, Tayshia, and the cast (18:00), as well as what we can expect next from our favorite doctor (29:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Joe Park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An Emotional One-on-One Date and an Even More Emotional Group Date. Plus, Noah vs. Bennett Round 2. 02.12.2020

Juliet is joined by Ringer writer Nora Princiotti to break down this week’s episode of ‘The Bachelorette.’ They talk about JoJo Fletcher subbing in for Chris Harrison as the host (2:22), Zac’s emotional one-on-one date with Tayshia (8:21), the even more emotional group date (24:00), and Bennett vs. Noah part 2 (41:11). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nora Princiotti Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

We Finally Got a Real Conversation About Race on ‘The Bachelorette.’ Plus, Gross Smoothies and Lots of Chris Harrison. 25.11.2020

Juliet is joined by Rachel Lindsay to talk about Tayshia and Ivan’s real conversation about race and why it was historic for ‘The Bachelorette’ (1:30). Then they break down the rest of the episode, the group date (22:22), and Ed's accidental one-on-one with Chris Harrison (35:22). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spelling Bees, Wrestling, and 'Bachelorette' Predictions With Mike Golic Jr. 19.11.2020

Juliet is joined by former NFL player and ESPN broadcaster Mike Golic Jr. to discuss Tayshia’s men, but not before addressing 'The Bachelor’ trailer for Matt James (3:00). They then weigh in on their favorite contestants (10:00), the grown-ass men and wrestling date (18:45), and what they foresee happening for this season of ‘The Bachelorette’ and all the men (38:00). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mi...

Grown-Ass Men, Feuding Men, and Oiled Men on This Week's 'The Bachelorette' 18.11.2020

Juliet is joined by 'Bachelor' commentator Brett Vergara to talk about this week's episode of 'The Bachelorette.' They cover the strange "grown men" group date that somehow happened in a school (1:09), the Chasen vs. Ed feud that dominated the episode (26:23), and the wrestling date that included the guys covering themselves in oil (36:20). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Brett Vergara Learn more about...

'Bachelor Party' (Trailer) 17.11.2020

Juliet Litman analyzes ‘The Bachelor,’ ‘The Bachelorette,’ and ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ in extreme detail with guests that include people from Bachelor Nation, fellow super-fans, and her Ringer colleagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A ‘Bachelorette’ Mailbag! 13.11.2020

Juliet is joined by Ringer colleagues Craig Horlbeck and Amelia Wedemeyer as they open the 'Bachelorette' mailbag. They answer your questions about Tayshia as the new Bachelorette (2:00), Dale and Clare's relationship (7:00), the dream podcast guest (29:30), which Bachelor contestants would do best on 'The Challenge' (41:30), and much more! Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Craig Horlbeck and Amelia Wed...

Welcoming Tayshia As the Bachelorette With Justine and Natasha from ‘2 Black Girls, 1 Rose’ 11.11.2020

Juliet is joined by Justine Kay and Natasha Scott from the podcast ‘2 Black Girls, 1 Rose’ to talk about Tayshia’s first full episode as the new Bachelorette. They talk about some of the new guys they brought in for her (2:33), Clare and Dale’s mini ‘After the Final Rose’ in the middle of the episode (29:05), and some predictions for the rest of Tayshia’s season (41:19). Host: Juliet Litman Guests...

Clare Is Engaged and Tayshia Has Arrived 06.11.2020

Juliet is joined by Lauren Zima to discuss an unprecedented season of 'The Bachelorette.' They break down Clare’s relationship with Dale (3:00), the fantasy suite (33:00), and Clare and Dale's engagement (41:00). Then they discuss the new Bachelorette, Tayshia, and what we can expect from her season (45:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Zima Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

Nick Viall and Rachel Lindsay Remember Their Fantasy Suite Date the Day After the 2016 Election 03.11.2020

Juliet is joined by Nick Viall and Rachel Lindsay to talk about the Fantasy Suite date they had in Finland the day after the 2016 election. They talk about the mood on set after Trump won (1:23) and how the date itself went (12:46). Then, they preview Thursday night's episode, in which Tayshia will be revealed as the new Bachelorette for the first time (23:45). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Nick Via...

Yosef's Blowup, Tayshia's Introduction, and Do We Like Dale? 29.10.2020

Juliet is joined by Bachelor Nation's newest member, 'Higher Learning' cohost Van Lathan. They discuss Yosef’s confrontation with Clare (2:24), what they think of Dale and Clare together (14:40), and their thoughts on Tayshia's brief introduction at the end of the episode (36:00). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Van Lathan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clare Tears, Camera Cuts, and Comedy Roasts With Mina Kimes 28.10.2020

Juliet is joined by ESPN NFL analyst Mina Kimes to break down Week 3 of 'The Bachelorette.' They talk about Yosef's blowup (2:54), whether Clare is a bad Bachelorette or if she's just getting a bad edit (16:02), Clare's uncomfortable one-on-one date with Zach (30:47), and the teaser that comes at the end of the episode (37:29). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mina Kimes Learn more about your ad choices...

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