This week, we are reciting vows, dancing the conga, and…exacting revenge?! Let’s all RSVP “yes” to Irene’s wedding in Season 2, Episode 11: Wedding Bells Ring! Join us as we send Irene riding off into the proverbial sunset with Tim (and discuss the bridal fashion trends of the early ‘90s…not much phat fashion there, we’re afraid) and say goodbye to who Tami calls “the most stable person in the house”. For extra fun, we see Beth play a prank on Aaron with the help of Jon and Glen–rather unsurprisingly, Aaron’s not appreciative. Other topics include bridesmaids dresses, how stressful it is to plan a wedding, the short supply of COVID tests across the country, Krystie’s new day job, and SoCal highway connections. Holy hot pink, Batman!

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This week’s episode focuses on Season 2, Episode 10: Pro-Choice or Pro-Life? With a title like that, you know it’s going to be a pretty heavy episode, and we feel it is our duty to place a disclaimer: this particular episode focuses on one of the roommates having an abortion, so be advised if this is a particularly sensitive topic for you. We examine each of the viewpoints/arguments regarding abortion from everyone in the house (minus Irene, who is completely absent from this episode) and make our own viewpoints known about both the roommates’ expressed opinions and the topic itself. Jon’s arguments in particular get pushback from pretty much everyone else, including Aaron’s visiting friend, Erin. Other topics include trying to remember who was in the movie “Indecent Proposal”, the Key & Peele “Substitute Teacher” sketch, and our thoughts on Jon’s hilarious beach get-up. It’s gonna get VERY real, dear listeners–be forewarned!

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In this episode, we see the roommates go camping in the desert in Season 2, Episode 9: Is This Group Bonding? What happens when people stop being polite and start getting real in Joshua Tree National Monument (not yet a Park!)? You get frustrated roommates, a freaked-out Beth, a grumpy Tami, and a wet Dominic and Aaron, among other things. We also discuss the difference between a national park and a national monument, the history of Joshua Tree, fun college courses, superheroes, and how to do hardcore camping. Make sure you watch this Real World episode on Paramount+ so you can check out some of the roommates doing impressions of each other…and Tami’s bombshell news!

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This week, we see the roommates interview three prospective replacements for David in Season 2, Episode 8: The New Roommate. We, like the others, grow frustrated with Aaron’s attempts to micromanage the selection process. Each of the potential new roommates have their strengths and weaknesses, so the roomies have their work cut out for them, even without Aaron trying to call the shots. Who will they choose: the nice track star from NYC, the no-nonsense social worker from Queens, or the self-professed “bum” from Philly? 

Other topics discussed include bonkers documentaries, a rant on religion (with an appreciation for Catholic architecture), proud mom moments, the difference between extensions and weaves, and how we’d answer the off-the-wall question the Queens native proposed to the roommates. We also give a shout-out to our friends at First Question Podcast and (belatedly) thank them for their kind review of our show. Pro tip: don’t bark back at strange dogs you can’t see!

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It’s time to find out how last week’s episode resolves with Season 2, Episode 7: No Apologies Necessary. (Spoiler alert: we take issue with the titling of this episode.) We recount the ways in which David has screwed up and witness the aftermath of his antics, as well as finally see the other guys of the house realize the extent of David’s behavior (and start coming around to seeing things from the women’s point of view.) We also discuss the pronunciation of Dominic vs. Dominique, we agree on the same person for Wack fashion (though for different outfits), and give a shout-out to one of our listeners for correcting something that was said on a previous episode. Heather B. is The Real World’s oracle!

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This episode, we are focusing on the main incident that occurs in Season 2, Episode 6: Is David Going Home? Yes, it’s all about the Tami vs. David incident, folks! David takes (what he thinks is) a joke way too far, causing shouting, revenge, and the famous “It wasn’t not funny!” quote. Did Beth instigate further drama? How do the women of the house feel about David? Do any of the other roommates regret their role in the incident? Is David capable of understanding his role in the incident fully? Hold onto your wack hats and find out along with us!

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This week, we’re discussing Season 2, Episode 5: Different Strokes for Different Folks. Tami attempts to rig “Studs” for the cash prize, Aaron and Dominic’s bromance blossoms, Beth shows her true drama queen colors with a Headache to End All Headaches (in a brightly lit room amongst a bunch of people…), and Irene takes Jon for a weekend in her hometown. Krystie speculates on why Aaron has the worldview he does based on where he’s from, Rebecca checks off one of her predictions on her prediction tracker, and both hosts start to wonder if Jon knows any other country songs besides “Boot Scootin’ Boogie”. Let’s play Beverage CSI with Dom and Aaron!

Our music guy (AKA Krystie’s husband, Andrew) is having a Not Exactly Black Friday sale on his handcrafted guitar pedals from 11/29/21-12/6/21, while supplies last; go to his Reverb shop (https://reverb.com/shop/drtlabs) and save 15% off your purchase with the discount code NOTMYFRIDAY.

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This week, we’re talking about Season 2, Episode 4: David, David, David. Like the roommates, we grow increasingly frustrated with David’s antics this episode. We also see Tami go on a dating show, an excursion to Melrose, embarrassing stories being shared at a Cheesecake Factory, and a friendly game of bowling erupt into a shouting match. Other topics include questionable college mascots, Rebecca’s butt-breaking story, Krystie’s OkCupid horror story, crazy weather we’re having, and Krystie details her utterly Californian morning. Skirts with cowboy boots is where Rebecca draws the line, yo!

We have two listener challenges this week! They are...

Challenge 1: Can you write a better episode synopsis than IMDB? Once again, we have a lackluster IMDB synopsis (which seems to be the thing this season) and we’d definitely read better ones on the air if they were provided. 

Challenge 2: What should we call our listeners? My Favorite Murder has Murderinos, Gilmore Guys had Gillies...what fun nickname can we call y’all?

If you want to participate in these challenges, comment on our social media or email us at [email protected]! We’re still not in the pockets of Big Podcast and therefore cannot give a financial incentive, but we’ll definitely give you credit on air and on social media for your contributions if/when we use them.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss Season 2, Episode 3: Too Many Cat Fights in this House. Hooray, we finally get a full episode in the house! We think this should be subtitled “Why Everyone is Annoyed with Jon and Beth”, though, and you’ll find out why as you listen. We learn more about Irene, Tami’s trouble with the law, and why David irons all of his clothes, as well. Other topics include homelessness in Venice Beach, Garth Brooks’ controversy at the Super Bowl, and the intersection between rap and country. Rebecca adds more to her prediction tracker, and Krystie ponders making a road trip to find the Real World: Los Angeles house. Say it with us, as we repeat it throughout the episode: READ THE ROOM, JON.

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This week, we’re wrapping up a road trip and finally making it to California! It’s Season 2, Episode 2: To a New Beginning… (ellipses theirs, not ours). We see Dominic’s attempts at adding stops to the trip get foiled, Jon calls Tami something pretty mean, and we get to meet the rest of the roommates! Will they all get along? Stay tuned! Other topics include Krystie’s views on Vegas, legality of prostitution in Nevada, witch windows, what “oysters” really means in Southern restaurants, and Rebecca adds to her predictions tracker. Time to explore a new house (whose decor is EXTREMELY 1993) and see what Venice Beach has to offer! Pro tip: don’t try to eat dinner at a real estate office!

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