Jessica Porretta

Your Reality Check

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Welcome to Your Reality Check - a Toronto-based podcast created by Jessica Porretta, who has so much to say - and now, finally, a mic to to spill it all. Each week, Jessica will break down the latest reality tv shows, pop culture, and the headlines that have us all talking. Tune in each week to get your reality list checked - because nothings too real (or fake) for us to talk about!

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Jessica Porretta

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Latest episode

Sep 27, 2025

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Episodes

Checking Off: Love Island Games S2 EP 6-7 - A Dual for Breakfast & a SHOCKING Elimination 27.09.2025

Welcome Back Islanders!!! Jessica dives into the emotional rollercoaster of Love Island Games Episode 6 & 7, and she's still reeling over that SHOCKING elimination!! The heart rate challenge brings chaos and some comedy, with surprising performances, shocking kisses, and a bombshell arrivals that shake up the couples - Sydney's baaaaaack!! But the drama reaches its peak with the season’s most...

Checking Off: Love Island Games S2 EP 4-5 - Wrapped in a Web of Lies 26.09.2025

Welcome back Islanders! Jessica dives into the messy chaos of Love Island Games episodes 4 and 5, and we're talking love triangles, secret kisses, shady confrontations, and way too many double standards. Plus, the couples challenges bring new drama, power plays shake up the villa, and more twists that leave everyone scrambling. Two islanders leaving the villa in an unexpected way left us all r...

Checking Off: Love Island Games S2 EP 2-3 - A Duel, A Dumping & Familiar Faces 23.09.2025

Welcome back, Islanders! In this episode, Jessica's breaking down Love Island Games episodes 2 & 3 — and trust me, the drama is already delivering. From Lucinda shocking everyone in the first duel to Tyrique keeping his options wide open, the villa is giving us chaos from every angle. Oh, and Johnny and Justine are BACK… how do we feel about that?! Jessica gets into what their return means...

Checking Off: Love Island Games S2 Premiere - Welcome Back Islanders! 19.09.2025

We’re back, Islanders! In this episode, Jessica dives into the premiere of Love Island Games Season 2 — and wow, things are already heating up!! From the switch to real-time competition to a cast full of fan favourites from around the world, Jessica breaks down the cast, the strategy, and the competitions that we all hate to watch (but do it anyway). Tune in for hot takes, playful shade, and all t...

Checking Off: Our NEW Bachelorette - Taylor Frankie Paul 18.09.2025

BREAKING NEWS: Taylor Frankie Paul has officially been announced as the next Bachelorette! In this episode, Jessica breaks down the big reveal, what this surprising casting choice means for the future of the franchise, and what we can expect from Taylor’s upcoming season. Stay up to date with Jessica on social: Instagram - www.instagram.com/yourealitycheck.pod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@yourealitych...

Checking Off: Love Is Blind UK S2 Reunion - From I Do to Divorce.. 05.09.2025

The Love Is Blind UK Season 2 Reunion was nothing short of fiery!!! From whirlwind divorces to unanswered questions about why some couples ever said “I do” in the first place. In this episode, Jessica breaks down the reunion drama: Kal & Sarover’s shocking split, Ashleigh & Billy’s short-lived marriage, Jed & Bardha’s messy situationship, and of course, the infamous Photobooth Gate. Pl...

Checking Off: Perfect Match S3 FINALE! - A Not-So Perfect Match 22.08.2025

Jessica is back for the Perfect Match FINALE!! and honestly, it was a bit of a letdown. Do you agree with the winners? Are you shocked they didn’t even last after the show? Jessica shares all her thoughts on why this series needs a serious revamp if it’s going to survive, plus some juicy updates on where the cast is now. Stay up to date with Jessica on social: Instagram - www.instagram.com/youreal...

Checking Off: Perfect Match S3 EP 7&8 - Lies, Thighs & Denies 18.08.2025

Jessica is BACK with a double recap of Episodes 7 and 8 of Perfect Match — and the villa has completely LOST it. AD’s return shakes everything up (and yes, of course she came back with Freddie 👀), sending shockwaves through the house. Ollie gets tangled in a web of lies, Truth or Dare turns into full-on chaos, and Juliet storms back in for revenge. Meanwhile, Daniel proves yet again he’s a walkin...

Checking Off: Perfect Match S3 EP 4-6 - Red Flags, Love Bombs & Messy Mixers 15.08.2025

Jessica is BACK to recap Perfect Match S3 — and the villa has never been messier!! Clayton dumps Rachel for the third time before dramatically walking out, leaving her stunned and the rest of the villa buzzing. Daniel proves he’s a walking red flag with controlling comments and jealous energy, while JR swoops in determined to stir the pot (and maybe rekindle some old flames). Then the boardroom de...

Checking Off: Perfect Match S3 EP 2&3 - Old Sparks Fly and I'm SHOOK 10.08.2025

Jessica recaps two packed episodes of Perfect Match Season 3, where flirty energy, wild twists, and some seriously questionable decisions keep the drama flowing. AD and Ollie seem like the golden couple — until a boardroom blowup has us wondering if they’re really on the same page. Then comes Rachel’s surprise arrival, and suddenly Clayton is spiraling, Juliette is fuming, and Jessica is screaming...

Checking Off: Perfect Match S3 EP 1 - Romance, Rumours & Red Flags 08.08.2025

Jessica is BACK recapping a NEW show – Perfect Match Season 3! The cast is stacked: AD, Ollie, Clayton, Freddie!! There's plenty to dive into – from Clayton's Bachelor backstory to the undeniable chemistry between AD and Ollie. Did they talk before the show? Jessica has questions... Plus, we’re talking surprise matches, reality TV crossovers, and who’s really here for love (or just the cam...

Checking Off: Jana & Kenny's Shocking Split 01.08.2025

Jessica is back and diving headfirst into the messiest breakup of Love Island Season 6 — Jana and Kenny are officially done. From the mass unfollows to Jana’s emotional statement and Kenny’s tone-deaf response, it all unravels fast. And when Leah, Kaylor, Liv, Serena, and the rest of Jana’s circle enter the chat? The drama hits another level. Jessica reads every statement, breaks it all down, and...

Checking Off: Love Island Podcast Interview Recaps - Where's All the Tea?! 27.07.2025

Jessica is BACK and the post-season interviews for Love Island USA are here… and most (maybe even all) of the cast hasn’t even seen the show! So we’re left piecing together their version of events vs. what actually aired — and let’s just say, it’s not always adding up. Amaya continues to be a total breath of fresh air: honest, grounded, and completely herself. Huda’s CHD interview? Emotional and c...

Checking Off: Love Island FINALE!!! – The Queen has Claimed her Crown 16.07.2025

It’s the end of the road for Season 7, and Jessica is back to break down the final, slightly tea-filled episode! Our winners? Deserved. Some of these final placements? Highly questionable. From surprise breakups to suspicious connections and one very satisfying win, Jessica's unpacking all the chaos, confusion, and (maybe?) love that closed out the season. Thank you SO much for listening to every...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 26-27 – America Voted… and We Want a Recount 10.07.2025

Jessica is back to recap Love Island and so is Nic & Olandria— again . They say it’s real this time, no distractions, just vibes… but Jessica's still not buying it. The baby challenge brings some drama: Huda spirals, Chelley and Ace thrive, and Chris is starting to get annoyed…do we sense a pattern here?! Then comes the real twist: America votes and has totally lost the plot on what love is. A...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 24-25 – Amaya’s Up, Cierra’s Out 10.07.2025

Jessica is back to recap Love Island, and surprise surprise — America’s sweetheart is Amaya Papaya (!!!) Now suddenly everyone wants her: Zak's conveniently interested, Elan pulls her left and right, and Bryan? He’s actually putting in the work. But the real shock? Cierra is OUT of the villa — and the fallout is major. Are we seriously getting Nicolandria 2.0 now?! Jessica has so many thoughts, an...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 22-23 – Hate to Burst your Villa 05.07.2025

Jessica is back to recap Love Island, and this episode is pure chaos. The postcard challenge has the islanders airing all their dirty laundry—secrets are spilled, double standards get exposed, and no one escapes unscathed. Ace gets defensive, Austin gets bold, and the way Amaya Papaya was talked down to by these two?! Not cool. Then comes the Hate to Burst Your Bubble challenge, and America does n...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 20-21 – The Aftermath 03.07.2025

Casa is over and the fallout has just begun. Jessica breaks down the messy aftermath—from Taylor choosing Clarke, to Chelley finding out about Nic and Olandria’s kiss, to Ace and Huda taking it too far?! Plus, Nic licking Olandira’s toes?! Yeah we need to talk. Stay up to date with Jessica on social: Instagram - www.instagram.com/yourealitycheck.pod TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@yourealitycheck.pod

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 18-19 – Nicolandria, Casa Flopped & A Jaw-Dropping Recoupling 30.06.2025

Jessica is back to recap Love Island , and it’s the Nicolandria show! After being forced to couple up, Nic and Olandria return to the villa—shocking everyone and shaking up the dynamic. What started as a twist is quickly turning into something real, with flirty moments, late-night kisses, and growing chemistry that the villa didn’t see coming (and neither will Cierra!!). Meanwhile, Casa Amor flops...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 16-17 – Casa Amor Casa Amor!!! 27.06.2025

In this jam-packed recap, Jessica dives into the new Casa boys and girls, the totally reset rules, and all the messy moves that led to brand new couples. Then it’s time for the recoupling heard 'round the villa—and Jessica has a lot to say. Who stood up? Who stayed single? Who cried?! And how did Olandria pull off the most graceful exit we’ve ever seen? And the ending?!!!! ARE NICOLANDRIA HAPP...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 14-15 – Justice for Jeremiah 26.06.2025

Jessica is back to recap the CRAZIEST and most FRUSTRATING episode of Love Island we’ve ever watched — and she’s SHOCKED at the results. America voted for their favourite islanders, and somehow... Hannah and Jeremiah got dumped?! Make it make sense!! Jessica calls out Ace who’s clearly been hating on Jeremiah since day one and playing this like it’s a game of Survivor, not Love Island. Hit play to...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 12-13 – Breakups, Bombshells & a Hot Girl Summer 23.06.2025

Jessica is back to break down one of the wildest nights in the villa yet—and trust, you do not want to miss this recap! Huda and Jeremiah finally hit the breaking point—with heartbreak, shouting, and even an attempted goodbye kiss (spoiler: it did not land ). The villa’s officially over it , and honestly… so is Jessica. Then comes the recoupling—and it’s SHOCKING. Locked doors, new couples, and Je...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 10-11 – The Recoupling Heard Around the World 20.06.2025

Jessica has never been more excited to recap these two episodes of Love Island—because this was hands down the craziest episode of reality TV she’s ever seen. From the jaw-dropping recoupling, to breaking down exactly why Austin and Amaya voted the way they did, to the full fallout of Hurricane Huda—Jessica has thoughts. Buckle up and hit play—you’re going to want to hear this one! Stay up to date...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 8-9 – Someone Split Up This Couple.. PLEASE 18.06.2025

The villa is NOT okay!! Huda’s clinging to Jeremiah like they’ve been together for years, Ace is busy playing both sides, and the bombshells? Fully here to break couples and egos. These two episodes had everything —and you know Jessica has thoughts. From Huda’s full backbend to pancake-gate to the bombshell takeover… And now America gets to vote? The cracks are cracking, and it’s only going to get...

Checking Off: Love Island Ep 6-7 – These Couples are Falling Apart 16.06.2025

Jessica is back to recap Love Island ep 6 & 7, and these couples are officially all falling apart this week. Ace is over Amaya, Huda and Jeremiah are giving toxic, and the rest of the villa is just here for the vibes and sparking connections that Jessica isn’t buying.  This season is GIVING and Jessica is here to recap it all! Stay up to date with Jessica on social: Instagram - www.instagram.c...

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