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Reality competition shows like Survivor and Big Brother have taken over our screens for years—but did you know there’s a whole world where you can play these games online? Online Reality Games (ORGs) bring strategy, alliances, and social gameplay to a digital space, creating intense, unpredictable, and wildly fun experiences.

In this episode, I sit down with Alex Hivor, a seasoned ORG host and player, to explore what makes these games so special. We break down how ORGs work, what draws people to them, and the unique challenges of playing a game where every move happens behind a screen.

Then, we take a deep dive into The Hive, the ORG Alex created, and how it has evolved into one of the most dynamic games in the community. Using Season 12—which I played in!—as a guide, we discuss what goes into casting a great season, the balance of personalities and gameplay styles, and how the best ORG players stand out. Plus, we relive some of Season 12’s biggest surprises, memorable moments, and, of course, a little Donnie chaos.

If you’ve ever been curious about ORGs or are thinking about playing one, this episode is one to tune into to.

Join me and my Chicago bestie, Eli Barnett, for a heartfelt and hilarious conversation that dives deep into friendship, identity, and modern relationships.

We talk about how our friendship began, our journeys coming out, navigating religious trauma, and how we navigate our identities. We also tackle dating in 2025, discussing monogamy vs. non-monogamy, and the complexities of dating apps.

We even take a page from the Las Culturistas podcast playbook and play their iconic segment, “I Don’t Think So Honey,” where we take 60 seconds to rant about whatever’s on our mind.

It’s an episode full of laughs, vulnerability, and insights on love, life, and friendship. Don’t miss this engaging and authentic conversation between two besties!

In this episode of UrTypical Podcast, we take a walk down memory lane with the incredible Mikey Cody Apollo, a Black queer powerhouse making waves as a filmmaker, writer, and performing artist.

Together, we reminisce about our awkward teenage years in creative writing class at the High School of the Arts, share hilarious and heartfelt stories from our childhood, and celebrate how far we’ve come.

Mikey also gives us an inside look at her latest poetry collection, Opposite of a Suicide Note, diving into the inspiration behind her work and the impact it’s making in classrooms and book clubs across the country.

Tune in for a fun, nostalgic, and deeply inspiring conversation!

In this special episode, we're stepping things up with our very first in-person recording! And who better to join us for this unforgettable moment than Tanner Dane—a multitalented singer-songwriter hailing from Elgin, Illinois, and now making waves in Chicago.

Known for his captivating singles Cut Me Loose and Porto Heartbreak, and the band Hollyy, Tanner is a force of musical talent and creativity. Whether he's playing any instrument within arm's reach, enjoying a sip of Cynar, or creating his signature TikTok content, he’s constantly pushing boundaries and inspiring those around him.

As my roommate and partner in content-making chaos (yes, our bathroom is a makeshift studio), Tanner brings humor, heart, and authenticity to everything he does. Tune in as we dive into his journey, his music, and the stories that make Tanner the extraordinary artist and friend we know and love.

THERE WILL BE SINGING!!!!!!

New Year, New Baby, New Us!

In this episode, we kick off 2025 with some big news—Meli’s adorable new baby, Leah. We also dive into our New Year’s resolutions, and spill all the tea on the exciting new direction for Ur Typical Podcast.

Spolier alert: SOMEBODY'S GETTIN' FIRED

In this episode Austin and Donnie talk about Part 2 of the Premiere, recap the live feeds, and talk about the demise of Angela's game.

Austin joins Donnie as the special guest host to review this 26th season of Big Brother. In this episode they discuss part one of the two-part premiere and analyze first eight houseguests.

In this episode we discuss the bundle of joy growing in Meli's tummy, and we talk about Drag Race, Survivor Hive 12 and the Traitors.

In this episode, we start off intending to discuss the highlights of Super Bowl 2024, but somehow find ourselves completely captivated by the incomparable Beyoncé. Beyoncé steals the spotlight with her new Verizon commercial and her two new singles; 16 Carriages and Texas Hold Em. Join us in our sport talk about who REALLY deserves a Super bowl Ring, why the niggas be in Paris and more.

In episodes 7 and 8 of "Traitors" season 2, tensions rise as a recruitment attempt is thwarted and a banishment is unexpectedly rescinded. However, trust is shattered when a loyal member is murdered, leading to the expulsion of a suspected traitor. IS A NEW TRAITOR COMING???!!!