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WE GOT A TEEEEEEEEEXT... and a new episode ahead of tonight's recoupling episode! Check out our thoughts on this season of Love Island USA, as well as our review and discussion on Netflix's documentary 'Maternal Instincts'. From romantic chaos to chilling real-life deception, we're covering the week's biggest binge-worthy watches with plenty of laughs, strong opinions, and a cocktail (or two) in hand.⁠

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Alex and Kajsa dive into cults, conspiracies, and the world of alien lore. They also unpack the latest West & Amanda drama after the pair were spotted out together and Amanda finally broke her silence 🙄 .

Plus, they touch on RHORI and break down the wild Season 17 premiere of RH OA. It’s a little unhinged, very opinionated, and exactly the chaos everyone needs this week.

Before Tyra and Netflix started beefing, we had a lot to say about Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model. With Tyra now reportedly suing Netflix over the documentary, it felt like the perfect time to revisit one of our favorite deep dives.

REWIND: This week, we’re asking the question that started it all: “Do you wanna be on top?” …but at what cost?

We’re diving headfirst into Netflix’s Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model, breaking down the biggest bombshells from the docuseries, what shocked us, what didn’t, and what the show still isn’t owning. From behind-the-scenes manipulation to moments that hit very differently in 2026, we’re unpacking how ANTM blurred the line between reality TV and exploitation.We get into the most disturbing revelations, including Shandi Sullivan’s allegations, the truth behind “best photo,” and the pressure contestants faced to change their appearance (yes, we’re talking about Dani’s gap 👀). And of course, we revisit that Tyra moment because apparently, it was even worse than what we saw on TV.

Then, we zoom out into the darker side of the ANTM universe: contestants whose lives took shocking turns after the show. From Renee Alway’s multiple arrests and prison sentence to Angelea Preston’s stripped title and lawsuit, to judge Rob Evans’ past catching up with him, it’s a reality check within a reality show.Plus, we break down reactions from former contestants (spoiler: it may have been even worse than the docuseries let on), and ask the big question: was this iconic show ever actually about modeling… or was it always about making “good TV”?

Grab a cocktail, because this one gets messy.

This week we're joined by Jenny Blaze from Bravo & Blaze to talk all things Summer House Reunion Part 3.

We get into the Amanda and West mess, the explanations that somehow made things worse, and why this reunion felt like three parts of people refusing to just answer a question directly. While we think Amanda deserves plenty of criticism, we're much more fired up about West and the way he's handled... well, pretty much everything.

We talk friendship betrayals, selective accountability, Ciara and Mia continuing to be two of the only people making us want to stand up and clap, and whether anyone on that stage actually came prepared for the questions they knew were coming.

Basically, if you've spent the last week yelling "THAT'S NOT THE POINT" at your TV, this episode is for you. 🍸🎙️

Throw back to one of our favorite episodes! Catch Beyond The Blinds here: https://www.instagram.com/beyondtheblindspod/?hl=enCheck out Kelli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laguna_biotch/?hl=enBeyond The Blinds Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeyondtheblindsBeyond The Blinds is on tour!: http://x1entertainment.com/beyondtheblindsThis week, we’re joined by Kelli Williams from Beyond The Blinds to unpack (almost) everything happening across Bravo. From Housewives chaos to messy Vander-shenanigans, no franchise is safe. Plus, we may have just turned Kajsa into a full-blown Love After Lockup addict-and of course, we keep the shade coming thick enough to rival a palm tree.

In this solo minisode, Kajsa dives into Part 1 of the Summer House reunion with plenty of opinions. Ciara continues her reign as the undeniable queen of the episode- calm, sharp, and effortlessly in control. Meanwhile, Amanda and West give full “tiny children being gently scolded on the couch” energy as they attempt to defend themselves.Kajsa breaks down the dynamics, the tension, and the moments that made her pause, gasp, or laugh out loud. It’s a tight, spicy recap to hold listeners over until Alex returns for the next full episode. Cheers!

This week we're joined by Bravo Breakdowns for a can't-miss episode! We dive deep into Jen Shah's first post-prison interview with People Magazine and let's just say, it raised more questions than it answered. Was she too media-trained? Were her explanations actually justifications? We unpack every cringeworthy moment of her non-apology, from grieving her family to glossing over the real harm she caused to her victims. Then we switch gears and get into a roundup of the hottest Bravo topics right now. It's a packed episode you won't want to miss!

This week, Alex and Kajsa dive into cults, conspiracies, and the world of alien lore. They also unpack the latest West & Amanda drama after the pair were spotted out together and Amanda finally broke her silence 🙄 .Plus, they touch on RHORI and break down the wild Season 17 premiere of RH OA. It’s a little unhinged, very opinionated, and exactly the chaos everyone needs this week.

This week we are joined by the hilarious Megan O’Donnell from the I Know You Didn’t Ask podcast to break down the Real Housewives of Rhode Island premiere, The Valley premiere, and - of course - the ever-growing Amanda and West saga. Alex is literally in Rhode Island while we’re recording, doing her best not to accidentally wander into a RHORI filming location or make eye contact with someone she might end up recapping. We’re talking unhinged first impressions, premiere chaos, and the kind of gossip that could heal even the deepest seasonal depression.

Some crimes make sense.
These… absolutely do not.

This week, we’re covering cases that will leave you saying “WTF?” out loud. From the shocking story of a quadruple amputee alleged murderer to a bizarre drone operation smuggling Old Bay and crab legs into a South Carolina prison.

Then, we dive headfirst into Bravo drama as we unpack the potential next Scandoval, with Amanda and West from Summer House at the center of it all.

Confusing, chaotic, and completely unmissable.