Reality Steve Podcast

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the start of Clayton’s season filming last night, and a story about something that was said on BIP this past Tuesday. Then Stephen joins me (9:59) to discuss the premiere of “Survivor” after almost 2 years off the air. It was recorded before last night’s episode, so no talk of what happened last night, but plenty about the new visual, audio, and game changes thi...

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about some of the women for Clayton’s season and his filming starting soon. Then Trish joins me (9:07) to talk about her time on Jesse’s season, the infamous t-shirt, the spy on her season, what made her come back after getting eliminated being one of the first to ever do so, her recent move with her husband, how things have been going during the pandemic, and my favo...

(SPOILERS) I first begin by talking about the news of Clayton Echard, one of Michelle's contestants, being the next "Bachelor." Then Chad and Lizzy join me (9:46) to talk about that decision, their book "How to To Win The Bachelor," how the game playing aspect of the show has amped up the last few seasons, what happened with Brendan and Pieper, Thomas' game play over his two seasons, and much, muc...

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the Brenden/Pieper situation from Monday and what’s happened since (Episode was recorded before Brendan’s IG apology last night). Then Kristen joins me (11:50) to discuss BIP this season, the rotating hosts, the power couples, and what the show has become. Then we discuss other reality shows and scripted shows currently airing or upcoming on different platforms....

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about some things going on in Bachelor Nation and a recap of my Olive Garden trip. Then CJ joins me (9:47) to talk about her time on FBoy Island, how she got cast, her past dating history, her dislike of the Garrett/Casey bromance, what Casey did that actually didn’t bother her, her relationship with New Jarred and where it stands now, what she wants to do post show,...

(SPOILERS) I first begin by giving an update to my drivers license story from a couple weeks ago. Then Jacqueline joins me (7:37) and the podcast essentially breaks down into 3 sections: first 20 minutes are about the Katie/Greg fight and how she viewed it since she’s spoken with doctors on her podcast and has done studies on behaviors like this. Then next 40 minutes or so is us talking about the...

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about Bachelor related news and tell an Olive Garden story. Then Sarah joins me (9:29) to talk about her time on "FBoy Island," how she was cast, what her dating history was like before the show, when did she realize what the title of the show was, Garrett off camera, what led to her decision at the end, what was she feeling in the moment, and much, much more. Instagr...

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the final 4 episodes of "FBoy Island" that were released today. WARNING: Spoilers involved. Then @Bachelordata creator, Suzana Somers joins me (13:58) to discuss the evolution of her page, what the IG follower count looked like this season among Katie's guys, and much, much more. Then, former Olympic gold medal winning gymnast Carly Patterson joins me (1:18:01)...

(SPOILERS) I begin by going over the finale for Katie's season and talk about episodes 4-6 of "FBoy Island" that were released today. WARNING: Spoilers included. Then Emily joins me (11:29) and we talk about the Delta variant, what it is and what we can expect, breakthrough cases, booster shots, what the data is showing, what can the unvaccinated expect, the vaccines and pregnancy, how school is d...

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the cancellation of the Reality Steve Fan Appreciation Party due to the Delta variant & talk about "FBoy Island" releasing their first 3 episodes on HBO Max today. Then I take your emails & audio questions (11:50) on a wide ranging assortment of topics like TX & OU leaving the Big 12, Aaron Rodgers, Greg's edit, Big Brother, Love Island, the next "Ba...

(SPOILERS) I begin by going over a few things regarding “Bachelorette” scheduling and spoilers for Katie’s season. Then Rob joins me (7:43) to talk about his “Survivor” career, how he built the “Rob Has a Podcast” brand, the upcoming “Survivor” season, early thoughts on “Big Brother” season 23, “Back to the Future” talk and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Mu...

(SPOILERS) I begin by telling a couple of stories about the weirdness happening in my life recently between my air conditioner and issues with my drivers license renewal. Then Ella joins me (9:15) to talk about her time on Jake's season, what she thought about bringing her child on the show, getting eliminated on a 2-on-1, going on "Bachelor Pad 2," getting surgeries done post show and if she regr...

(SPOILERS) I begin by going over the original BIP cast list coming out today. Then Kate joins me (8:08) to discuss this season of the "Bachelorette," Katie as the lead, rumors in the franchise, game shows on TV, who my favorite housewife is, the debut of "Big Brother" and "Love Island," and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more abou...

(SPOILERS) I begin by discussing yesterdays "Bachelor in Paradise" spoilers I posted and reaction to the final couples. You've been warned. Then comedian and YouTube Bachelor recapper Dave Neal joins me (12:10) to discuss how he got started in comedy, what made him start covering the show, the amount of videos he's producing during the pandemic, his coverage of my recent appearance on the Whit &am...

(SPOILERS) I first begin by talking about yesterdays major spoiler on the ending of Katie's season. Then Kasey joins me (4:42) to talk about his journey on Ali's season, the singing in New York, being left on a glacier in Iceland, appearing on Bachelor Pad season 2 with his then girlfriend Vienna, and a very vulnerable, eye opening time on "Couples Therapy." Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jin...

(SPOILERS) I begin by giving spoilers on some of the early “couples” currently filming “Bachelor in Paradise.” Then I answer your “Reader Emails” (11:15) on subjects like Greg Grippo, non Bachelor podcasts, Katie’s social media activity, Hannah Ann’s role in Bachelor Nation, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad ch...

(SPOILERS) I start by giving more thoughts on the Chris Harrison situation and how you can attend the 6th Annual Reality Steve Fan Appreciation Party later this summer. Then Whit and Ry join me (21:36) to discuss their background, what got them into recapping the show, they start interviewing me briefly on recent stories, their thoughts on Chris Harrison’s departure, episode 1 thoughts and much, m...

(SPOILERS) I start by giving a spoiler update on Katie’s final four & discuss some “Bachelor in Paradise” news. Then Kelly joins me (13:02) to talk about her rise to prominence in the sports handicapping industry, from how it came to be, did she always want to do this, what she did to get discovered, how she landed on Showtime’s docu-series “Action,” and much, much more. Music written by Jimme...

(SPOILERS) Today I answer some of your Reader Emails and Audio questions you sent in on the website. They range from my thoughts on some of the recent stories in Bachelor Nation, what the last month has been like, Katie's upcoming season, Bachelor in Paradise rumors, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. V...

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly talking about the men’s bios being released for Katie’s season this week. Then Manon joins me (7:38) to talk about her early Vine career, her comedic upbringing, Britney Spears, her battle with alcohol, what happened to her marriage, how she’s bounced back, what she’s up to now, and much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI)...

(SPOILERS) I give you some mini spoilers and a couple storylines/eliminations for Katie's season and how I expect to cover the show this season and moving forward. Do I have the final four? Is Katie engaged? You've been warned, there are some spoilers talked about in this podcast. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

(SPOILERS) Tom & Chelsea from "Temptation Island" join me together to discuss everything that's gone on since I first interviewed them after episode 1 of the season. Those final bonfire decisions, what made Chelsea change her initial thought process, where is Tom and Sophia's friendship now, the difficulties of navigating social media during and post-show, where they're at as a couples as we s...

(SPOILERS) I begin by directing people to my website today to read my statement regarding everything that’s happened the last week. (12:04) I share my experience at the “Float Spot” this week that needless to say was quite an interesting experience. (27:19) Then I end with giving my thoughts on the “Temptation Island” finale from this past Tuesday. Please go read my statement today on my website a...

(SPOILERS) I begin by addressing the recent reports about me, discuss last night’s live, Demi’s tweet, and what I’ve started doing in the last 24-48 hrs. Then Kaci joins me (13:24) to go over this season of Temptation Island as we head towards the finale and reunion show this Tuesday. She gives her unfiltered opinions on the four couples, how it relates to her season, who surprised her the most, h...

(SPOILERS) I begin by giving my thoughts on Colton coming out yesterday on GMA, why this isn’t a time to claim you knew it, and what I have the biggest issue with. Then Kirpa joins me (11:57) to go over her time on Colton’s season from how she got cast, her limo entrance that got cut, being on all group dates, how did she feel Colton felt about her, the argument with Cassie in Denver, why was she...