In this episode, the hosts recap their Thanksgiving week — family dynamics, leftover creations, the stress of leftover PTO, and the annual chaos of holiday travel. They talk about long drives, the quirks of Long Island, the excitement of upcoming birthdays, and how friendships shift as everyone moves deeper into adulthood.

The conversation then turns to Billy McFarland’s latest venture, the Phoenix Festival, and the audacity that keeps him reappearing in the spotlight. The hosts dive into themes of confidence, delusion, and why the public is always fascinated by a comeback or a downfall.

They then unpack the ongoing drama surrounding Demi from Mormon Wives, examining her controversial claims, the implications for real victims, and how the fallout is reshaping cast dynamics. The discussion expands to Salt Lake City drama, unseen tensions behind the scenes, and broader questions about accountability, ethics, and authenticity in reality TV. The episode ends with a look at what’s ahead for Bravo, Mormon Wives, and the reality TV universe.

Chapters

00:00 Thanksgiving Recap
03:00 Leftovers, Long Drives & Long Island Life
15:30 Adult Friendships & City-to-Suburb Shifts
20:00 Billy McFarland & Phoenix Festival Talk
32:00 Demi’s Claims & Mormon Wives Fallout
38:00 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Recap

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