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With Betsy out of town for a few days,  I dragged our friend, EP, in for a special pop up episode where we talk about Taylor Armstrong's return on RHOC,  we discuss/break down the Bravo PR machine, the Rachel/Austen mess, and  give insight/explain why casts on certain shows make more money than others. So without further ado... here it is!

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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...

Don’t be alarmed, but there's a lack of charm in this stud farm (jk jk!), leaving us more than a little confused, scratching our heads and wondering… “What were they thinking???” (Don’t hate on the rhyming, I’m stoned. Let me live, please!! I hate my life as a reality TV producer lol. Kiddinggg! Please keep watching so Betsy can also keep watching, and I can keep working!)

 So for the men out there… *trigger warning*…. this episode might not be for you. And without further adieu - we invite you (whether we like you or not) to our Podcast Party! ‘Cause that’s the Southern thing to do… 

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Guys, this is a tough topic to discuss, and bear with us, because we really try to deep dive into last week's episode of Southern Charm in an especially mindful manner. We also use some moments from the episode to lean into some behind-the-scenes producer POV, hence the lengthier runtime (!!)... so think of it as a hybrid of a Charm recap with some Producer’s Corner peppered in.

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Hey y'all! JJ here - if you haven't already heard, I had a severe allergic reaction last week to Claritin of all things (!!) which put a slight delay in our podcast schedule... BUT,  we're super excited to finally release last week's episode for Southern Charm. And rest assured, we'll be back to our regularly scheduled programming this week! 

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Get excited! The wait is finally over! JJ was joined by a friend and colleague, Executive Producer (we’ll call her "EP"), for a very special Producer’s Corner,  and without further adieu, here's Part 2!! Thanks for your patience! 

We dove into a ton of topics in Part 1, and in this installment, EP gets in there and dishes some dirt on your favorite Bravolebrities and what goes on behind the Bravo Blue curtain!

"EP" has produced such shows as The Real Housewives of New York, Pump Rules, The Real Housewives of New Jersey, Texicanas, Southern Charm, Manzo’d With Children, and Million Dollar Listing: Los Angeles, just to name a few!

                                                                     EPISODE BREAKDOWN

REUNIONS – 02:16:25

• Why are reunions filmed during the middle of the season and not towards the end? 

PRODUCTION/PRODUCER – 11:20:00 

• Are you a full-time production company employee, or are producers freelancers/contractors?

ALL THINGS HOUSEWIVES – 13:30:00 

• Do you know which housewives have left on their own versus being fired? 
• How do they find out they are not asked back next season? 
• Does the production company chat with them, or do they not receive a contract or are ghosted?
• Who technically fires The Housewives? The production company or Bravo?
• Have you ever met Kelly Bensimon, and is she that bat shit crazy in real life or is that for the cameras?
• How hard it is to work with a Housewife as a producer?
• What is the craziest thing seen when working with real housewives?

SOUTHERN CHARM – 50:50:00 

• On Southern Charm, which cast member is the worst to film with and why?

TEXICANAS – 58:35:50 

• Why wasn’t Texicanas RHOSA? 
• Why weren’t they given the same va-va-voom like housewife franchises? Is it cause they’re Latina?

MILLION DOLLAR LISTING – 01:05:37

• Was the EP working on MDLLA when Josh Flagg slapped Josh Altman? If so, was it real?
• Are the listings on Million Dollar Listing fake?

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It's another Beverly Hills hate-watch, y'all! Kyle's insufferable, Erika's Pretty Mess(y) indeed, and we're holding no punches in this week's episode recap. So buckle up, because it's gonna be a bumpy rideeeee....

Check us out on our ig @reality.bites.podcast and DM us with any burning questions you want answered or if you just want to shoot the shit... Also - we're finally on TikTok @realitybitespodcast. And don't forget to look out for our RH Ultimate Girls Trip: Ex-Wives and RH Atlanta episodes, and we'll finally be releasing Part 2 of Producer's Corner w/ Special Guest Bravo Executive Producer in the next couple days! 

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This week we're diving into episode 3 of Southern Charm, where we were served a Backyard Bro-B-Q, with a side of 5-day-old tuna??? And while Kathryn's relationship bit the dust, the award for worst relationship offender this week is actually a tie - between Shep "Pull Out and Pray" Rose and Madison "Check Out My Ring on Amazon Live" Lecroy! Hereeeee we go, y'all!

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The wait is finally over!! And while it may be a new season with new Housewives, good ol' Bluestone Manor is still wreaking havoc on all who stay within its walls! After being graced with four episodes of the gem that is Ultimate Girls Trip: Ex-Wives, we're pouring some wine and digging on into the latest and greatest Housewives installment.

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What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas; unless it happens again back in Charleston that is! This week we tackle Southern Charm's second episode, where the question on all of our minds is - does anyone really believe Craig isn't still harboring feelings for Naomie?? 

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As hard as we tried, we simply couldn't steer clear of this week's RHOBH! And while Betsy's still devastated over the glaring absence of Denise "I Never Had Sexual Relations with That Woman" Richards, it didn't deter us from grabbing a couple of bottles of wine and unpacking what may have been the most enjoyable BH episode of the season to date. 

Check us out on our ig @reality.bites.podcast and DM us with any burning questions you want answered or if you just want to shoot the shit... And don't forget to look out for our Southern Charm and RH Ultimate Girls Trip: Ex-Wives episodes later this week; not to mention, Part 2 of Producer's Corner w/ Special Guest Bravo Executive Producer next week! 

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