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32: I’m coming at you fresh off a Labor Day full of naps talking Real Housewives of Miami and Orange County. I’m covering Stephanie’s private jet antics in Spain to Julia’s godfather drama, Marysol’s flamingo dresses, and the Barracuda stirring up trouble. Then we hit OC, where lie detectors, Persian New Year parties, and lingering “naked wasted” scandals have everyone talking…race, lies, and drama included. 

Topics Discussed:

→ Real Housewives of Miami Spain trip drama and private jet etiquette

→ Real Housewives of Orange County lie detector party and controversies

→ “Naked Wasted” scandal recap and truth behind the rumors

→ Race, prejudice, and optics in reality TV interactions

→ Weekend adventures, socializing tips, and meeting new people at parties

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:01:27 - RHOM: Spain Trip

→ 00:05:47 - Stephanie the fun killer 

→ 00:06:40 - White lotus & gay godfathers 

→ 00:08:32 - Marysol’s facetime 

→ 00:10:47 - Unpacking “Ratchet” 

→ 00:15:02 - RHOC: Naked Wasted 

→ 00:17:13 - Shannon’s dad, racism, & lies 

→ 00:23:53 - Are the housewives racist? 

→ 00:25:46 - The lie detector test

→ 00:32:01 - Jenn & “Race Crap”

→ 00:34:13 - I’m done with RHOC 

→ 00:34:38 - Tookes Takeaway: GET OUTSIDE! 

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31: This week I’m covering the chaos of Housewives parenting, clout-chasing scandals, and fashion flops that only Bravo could deliver. From Tamra’s messy Instagram antics to Julia and Martina juggling their new adoptees, the drama is nonstop. Katie Janela’s suspicious dinner party behavior has everyone side-eyeing, and with a lie detector test on the horizon, reputations are about to be tested.

Topics Discussed:

→ Housewives parenting struggles and family drama

→ Tamra Judge Instagram antics

→ Emily Simpson interview looks

→ Marbella trip & Adriana’s art tour 

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:00:55 - RHOC: Is Tamra Quitting The Show?

→ 00:02:44 - Revisiting Reality Checked 

→ 00:05:16 - RHOC: Highlights 

→ 00:09:15 - Tamra’s Therapy Session 

→ 00:13:54 - Emily, New Orleans, & Mom Guilt 

→ 00:17:01 - Naked Wasted 

→ 00:23:24 - RHOM: Spain trip

→ 00:31:37 - Lisa’s Notes & Unfollowing Marcus 

→ 00:34:56 - Tookes Takeaway: Sobriety 

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30: The OC reunion brought chaos, contradictions, and plenty of receipts. I break down Shannon refusing to forgive Katie while giving Tamara a pass, Heather caught in her own denial, and Tamara stirring the pot again. We also dive into the Real Housewives of Miami episodes, complete with the wild “Ay Dios Mío” moments, and revisit the infamous “Naked Wasted” scandal. 

Topics Discussed:

→ Shannon vs. Katie: selective forgiveness drama

→ Tamara’s lies and manipulations exposed

→ Real Housewives of Miami “Ay Dios Mío” moments

→ Revisiting the “Naked Wasted” scandal

→ Life lesson: focus on yourself, not validation

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:01:03 - Kensday & The Chumps 

→ 00:03:05 - Baby showers, drag shows, & weekend fun 

→ 00:05:41 - RHOM: Ay Dios Mio moments 16:17 - 

→ 00:17:36 - RHOC: Highlights

→ 00:21:40 - Racial differences in Real Housewives

→ 00:24:34 - Shannon vs Tamara 

→ 00:27:31 - Naked wasted revisited 

→ 00:30:11 - Tookes Takeaway: Focus on yourself!

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29: This week, I’m joined by Rebecca Lieb from Ghost Town and Vanderpodcalypse Rules to break down The Valley reunion and the messiest drama of the season. We get into Jax Taylor’s abusive behavior toward Brittany Cartwright, the missing ring camera footage and the domestic violence disclaimer Bravo ran at the end of episodes. We talk about Janet’s meddling, her hypocrisy around substance use, and why she might be more concerned with her own image than justice. 

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Topics Discussed:

→ Jax Taylor’s abusive behavior and Bravo’s domestic violence disclaimer

→ Janet’s hypocrisy, meddling, and substance use accusations

→ Reunion fashion critique, including Kristen Doute and Nia Moore

→ Danny’s drinking, SA allegations, and reality TV boundaries

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:02:10 - Worst of The Valley cast 

→ 00:03:06 - Jax and Brittany 

→ 00:05:09 - Bravo & DV

→ 00:12:24 - Karens vs Janets 

→ 00:14:54 - Jax ringcam footage 

→ 00:22:22 - Men only get worse 

→ 00:26:50 - Jax’s fake rehab

→ 00:30:37 - Danny & Nia

→ 00:37:10 - Defining SA

→ 00:42:37 - Next season predictions 

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28: In this episode of Tookes Takes, I unpack the latest drama from Real Housewives of Miami and Orange County. From tense friendships and fake tears to social media fights and messy double dates, I call out who’s being real and who’s playing the victim. Plus, I talk about the cancer diagnosis controversy and why kindness might be the only way forward.

Topics Discussed:

→ Heather vs Tamara feud

→ Tamara’s fake tears over friend’s cancer

→ Jen’s “single white female” callout of Tamara

→ Gina’s housewarming and Brady Bunch kids

→ Tamara’s New Orleans meltdown and apology drama

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:03:38 - Icing Guerdy out? 

→ 00:01:57 - RHOM: Divorce trip, 

→ 00:04:54 - The elderly double date 

→ 00:13:13 - The reunion seating chart 

→ 00:15:47 - Adriana vs Julia & more 

→ 00:18:10 - RHOC: Gina’s housewarming

→ 00:23:44 - All about the children 

→ 00:28:51 - The New Orleans trip 

→ 00:30:36 - Tooke’s Takeaway: Don’t Be Evil

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27: In this episode, I’m back with the latest Housewives drama, and trust me, it’s messy. From Tamra’s shady antics to Jen’s glow-up and the truth about her therapy sessions, we’re talking about a yacht, and some shade thrown (and caught). Plus, I'm sharing how I conquered a big fear of mine… And let’s just say, it wasn’t a smooth ride, but it was a hell of a journey. 

Topics Discussed:

→ Tamra’s lies exposed on RHOC

→ Jen calls out Tamra’s therapy and surgery

→ Stephanie vs. Alexia yacht drama

→ Overcoming stage fright in standup comedy

→ Trolling with the Homies: Using dating apps for comedy

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:01:48 - Mom jeans & fitness era 

→ 00:05:14 - BBLs 

→ 00:05:48 - Sex and The City

→ 00:11:01 - Kim Cattrall’s texts

→ 00:11:05 - RHOM: Loca Lesbians 

→ 00:14:49 - Stephanie Shojaee’s ALLEGED tea

→ 00:23:47 - Yacht battle

→ 00:34:31 - RHOM: Mid season trailer 

→ 00:36:11 - Jen vs Tamra 

→ 00:49:18 - Tookes Takeaway: Stand Up! 

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26: This week, I’m breaking down everything from my latest Jeff Lewis Live moment…yes, I drank breast milk on air…to why I'm staying on this dating strike (for now). I’m sounding off on Real Housewives of Miami and why I’m riding hard for Guerdy. Over in the OC, I’ve got thoughts on Jen and Ryan, that student loan drama, and why I might need to move to Orange County and become an honorary auntie. Plus, a recap of a night out that reminded me why I don’t date bartenders anymore.

Topics Discussed:

→ Breast milk on Jeff Lewis Live

→ Dating strike update

→ Team Guerdy on RHOM

→ Jen and the student loan drama (RHOC)

→ Manifesting a Housewives husband

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - I drank breast milk 

→ 00:05:07 - Patti & Jeff Lewis Live 

→ 00:09:15 - Girls night, barbacks, & niece advice  

→ 00:16:31 - Dating phases 

→ 00:19:25 - RHOM Karma - Julia & Martina adoption 

→ 00:21:22 - Egg freezing, donation & surrogacy 

→ 00:24:51 - Team Guerdy 

→ 00:29:51 - Julia is LYING 

→ 00:32:20 - Marisol’s double standards 

→ 00:36:23 - Tamra’s gofundme thoughts 

→ 00:39:07 - Heather’s party 

→ 00:47:38 - Shannon vs Katie 

→ 00:48:55 - Apology 101 

→ 00:52:01 - The therapy is NOT working 

→ 00:53:40 - Tooke’s Takeaway: THE LORD WILL FIGHT YOUR BATTLES 

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25: This week I break down the messiest moments from RHOM and RHOC, from the Lar/Lisa feud finally cooling off to Julia prepping for adoption while acting absolutely unhinged. Over in the OC, lymphatic massages get weird, Katie’s secret recording stirs the pot, and Tamra keeps proving she's the villain. 

Topics Discussed:

→ Did Katie Really Record Shannon's Meltdown on RHOC?

→ Julia’s Adoption Journey on RHOM Raises Concerns

→ Tamra Judge vs. Gretchen Rossi: Podcast Drama and Family Tension

→ Kandi Burruss Housewife Achievement Award

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:00:23 - Coldplay kiss cam

→ 00:04:08 - This week’s craziest RHOM moments 

→ 00:20:42 - RHOC: Golden Door fallout 

→ 00:35:35 - THE voicenote 

→ 00:36:58 - Tookes Takeaway: Kandi Burress 

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24: This week I’m breaking down the latest from RHOM and RHOC. From Stephanie’s suspicious luxury dog condo to Julia’s weak apology and Lisa’s two-hour bus delay, I’ve got thoughts. Plus, Alexia’s toga party? 

Then over in the OC, I’m talking Emily’s yelling, Katie’s receipts, and why Heather Dubrow still isn’t giving what she thinks she is. Oh, and I’m officially on a dating strike... unless a cute yogi changes my mind. 

Topics Discussed:

→ Stephanie RHOM dog condo controversy

→ Julia and Guerdy ’s confrontation on Real Housewives of Miami

→ Lisa Hochstein’s chronic lateness and luxury lifestyle

→ Emily Simpson’s parenting and RHOC family drama

→ Katie’s RHOC reunion receipts and Heather Dubrow critique

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:00:35 - Love Island Finale! 

→ 00:05:51 - My Good Side by Scheana Shay

→ 00:09:56 - Top 10 The Real Housewives of Miami moments 

→ 00:20:36 - The latest feud 

→ 00:27:51 - Kelly Dodd & chump con 

→ 00:31:16 - RHOC’s Emily Simpson 

→ 00:39:07 - Emily, Gina , & Katie

→ 00:43:50 - The Golden Door retreat  

→ 00:47:35 - Tooke’s Takeaway - DATING STRIKE 

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23: This week I’m taking y’all on a wild ride through the latest 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way Tell-All and Real Housewives of Miami drama. From Any’s alleged gold-digging to Sarper proposing mid-meltdown, I’m breaking down every unhinged moment. I also get real about the truth behind wigs, natural hair, and the hairstyle I will NEVER go back to. Plus, I’m calling out Julia for her drink-throwing nonsense, standing with Guerdy, and praying for Alexia to get off the Todd-coaster once and for all.

Topics Discussed:

→ Wig talk, hot yoga, and the struggle of natural hair

→ Why I’m Team Any (and yes, she should take the money)

→ Amani’s weird obsession with Shekinah

→ Julia’s opera meltdown and why drink-throwing is not a baptism

→ Baby showers, private jets, and bull testicles

On This Episode We Cover:

→ 00:00:00 - Fourth of July fun

→ 00:02:39 - Dating is a rollercoaster

→ 00:12:04 - Natural hair & wig talk

→ 00:17:06 - 90 Day Fiancé Tell-All Pt. 2

→ 00:18:01 - And Just Like That chaos

→ 00:19:38 - Amani, Any & throuple drama

→ 00:21:30 - Juan, Jessica & more 90 Day

→ 00:23:47 - Real Housewives of Miami

→ 00:33:42 - Tookes Takeaway: PRAY

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