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Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

Is This Real Life? is a Bravo podcast that relates our favorite shows to our own lives and the world around us. Hosted by Mandy Slutsker.

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01:46:32

Episode 312 - ‘Cruel and Unusual Punishment’ with...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/09/08

This week Mandy is joined by writer Louis Staples, whose pop culture and Housewives commentary can be seen in The Cut, Harpers Bazaar, and Rolling Stone. Mandy and Louis discuss this week’s drama between Tamra and Vicki before getting into the extremely dark situation occurring on the Real Housewives of Orange County. Follow Emerson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisstaples/?hl=en Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast:

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01:30:45

Episode 311 - ‘The Real Traitor’ with Emerson Collins

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/09/01

This week Mandy is joined by Emerson Collins, a producer and actor who was formerly on The People’s Couch. Mandy and Emerson discuss Brittany and Jax’s divorce before diving into the Real Housewives of Dubai and Real Housewives of Orange County. For all things Emerson Collins: https://www.emersoncollins.com Follow Emerson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emersoncollins/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast:

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01:08:04

Episode 310 - ‘Friendships, Resentment, and Being in...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/08/25

This week TV, film, and podcast producer and founder & president of AYR media, Aliza Rosen, joins Mandy to recap this past week in Housewives. Mandy and Aliza discuss the RHOSLC and RHONY trailers before diving into this week’s RHOC. Check out new podcasts and shows produced by Aliza: https://www.ayr-media.com Follow Aliza on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayr_media/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast:

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01:18:10

Episode 309 - ‘Ring Camera Blackmail’ with Blake Adam

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/08/18

Mandy’s guest this week is Blake Adam, who you all know as @BlondeHairBlakeHeart on social media. Mandy and Blake discuss the end of RHONJ as we know it, Bravo fans infiltrating Housewives via social media, and this week’s shocking RHOC. Follow Blake on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blondehairblackheart/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mandy-slutsker/support

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01:43:52

Episode 308 - ‘There is Something Wrong with John...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/08/11

Mandy’s guest this week is the hilarious Ryan Bailey, host of the podcast So Bad Its Good With Ryan Bailey! Mandy and Ryan dive into the end of RHONJ, chat a little Vanderpump, discuss all that is wrong with the Alexis/John/Shannon situation on RHOC, and release our traumas while talking about RHODubai.Listen to So Bad Its Good with Ryan Bailey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-bad-its-good-with-ryan-bailey/id1482820355 Follow Ryan on Instagram:

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00:50:52

Episode 307 - ‘Allergic Reactions and Bad Oms’

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/08/04

Mandy is solo this week to chat about Bravo news and get into the most recent episodes of the Real Housewives of Orange County and the Real Housewives of New Jersey.Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mandy-slutsker/support

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01:09:40

Episode 306 - ‘Jersey Messiness’ with Taria Faison

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/07/28

This week’s guest is an all time favorite - host of the “What Else Is Going On Podcast”, Taria Faison! Taria fills Mandy in on all the rumors happening around the filming of the Real Housewives of Atlanta before they dive deep into this week’s episode of the Real Housewives of New Jersey. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on RHOC and RHODubai.Listen to the “What Else is Going on” podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-else-is-going-on-with-taria-s-faison/id1523174914 Check out Taria’s

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01:33:25

Episode 305 - ‘An Eviction, an Apology, and a...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/07/21

This week’s guest is the host of the Podcast “The Mix”, Mani Mann! Mani fills Mandy in on this week’s Bravo drama before diving into RHOC and RHONJ. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on RHODubai.Listen to Mani’s podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mix-with-mani/id1470175064 Follow Mani on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mixingwithmani/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast:

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01:20:40

Episode 304 - ‘Life is a Big Game of Telephone’ with...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/07/14

This week’s guest is the host of the hit new podcast “I Ken Not”, Kendrick tucker! Mandy and Kendrick discuss Bravo headlines, wonder what really is written in the Bravo contract code of conduct, and dive into the Real Housewives of Dubai. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the RHOC premiere! Listen to Kendrick’s podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-ken-not-with-kendrick-tucker/id1525311067 Follow Kendrick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withkendricktucker/ Follow Mandy on Instagram:

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01:28:46

Episode 303 - ‘The Valley: A Post Mortem” with Aruna...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/07/07

As the cast begins filming the second season of The Valley, Mandy is joined by neighbor Aruna Kalyanam and her longtime friend Rob Rains to do a post mortem review of Season. Filled with lots of smart analysis and even more laughs, this episode is an enjoyable look back on our favorite new Bravo show.Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mandy-slutsker/support

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01:31:32

Episode 302 - 'How Do You Solve A Problem Like...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/06/30

This week’s guest is Zac, the man behind the @bravooomg account! Mandy and Zac start out discussing Danielle’s departure from Summer House and share their differing views on the Carl/Lindsay situation before diving into this week’s RHONJ, Teresa’s mob boss behavior, and the real reason Jen Aydin doesn’t like Danielle. Follow Zac on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravooomg/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast:

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01:10:19

Episode 301 - ‘A Nod of Nostalgia’ with Christian...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/06/23

This week’s guest is digital creator, tree hugger, and OG defender Christian Gray Snow! Mandy and Christian chat the latest Housewives news before diving into this week’s Real Housewives of New Jersey and Real Housewives of Dubai. Plus, Christian finally admits Mandy was right that one day he’d like Jackie Goldschneider!Follow Christian Gray Snow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiangraysnow/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this

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01:38:23

Episode 300 - ‘When the Leaks Become the Story’ with...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/06/16

It’s been 300 episodes of ‘Is This Real Life?’ To celebrate, this week’s guest is Dame Brian J. Moylan - writer, recapper, and author of the book The Housewives: The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives. Mandy and Brian jump right into this week’s RHOA drama, Summer House Reunion Part 2, RHONJ fakery, and touch a little on RHODubai. Plus, hear from Mandy’s Dad and Stepmom! Sign up for the Housewives Institute Bulletin: https://www.vulture.com/housewives-institute-bulletin/ Follow Brian on

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01:53:52

Episode 299 - ‘Valley Separations, a Canceled...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/06/09

This week’s guest is Stephen, who you all know as @facesbybravo. Mandy and Stephen chat about the latest Vanderpump Rules podcast drama before diving into part 1 of the Summer House Reunion, the finale of The Valley, RHODubai, and RHONJ. Buckle up, it’s a long, fun, and crazy ride!Follow Stephen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/facesbybravo/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast:

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01:57:39

Episode 298 - ‘The Doubting Disorder’ with Ro...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/06/02

This week’s guest is host of the Down to Reality Podcast, Ro! Mandy and Ro dissect the finale Vanderpump Rules reunion for season 11 before getting into the Real Housewives of New Jersey and The Valley. Ro shares insight on what might explain some of Scheana’s behavior and Mandy gives her thoughts on the finale of Summer House and the end of Summer House Martha’s vineyard.Listen to the Down to Reality Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/down-to-reality/id1731830569 Follow Ro on

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01:32:30

Episode 297 - ‘Beleagured Parent Identity’ with Craig...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/05/26

This week’s guest is host of the first-ever podcast about Vanderpump Rules and the hit podcast “Craig and Friends,” Craig MacNeil! Craig shares about his friendships with members of the cast, his views on The Valley, and updates us on where the Tom Tom sidecar currently resides. Plus, Mandy shares her thought on this week’s Summer House, the song of the Summer, “What Would Jesse Solomon Do?”, SpritzGate, and RHONJ! Listen to the Pump Rules Podcast:

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01:52:53

Episode 296 - ‘Projection, Deflection, and Using...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/05/19

This week’s guest is host of the “Your Bish Therapist” podcast, the lovely Melissa Reich! Melissa and Mandy discuss how RHONJ has become a community show, break down all the craziness that was the Vanderpump Rules Reunion part 1, and get into this week’s episode of The Valley. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses suicidal ideation around the 50:40 minute mark.Listen to Your Bish Therapist: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-bish-therapist/id1702959562 Follow Your Bish Therapist on

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01:26:57

Episode 295 - ‘Who is Really Being Inauthentic Here?’...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/05/12

This week’s guest is host of the hit podcast “Gabbing with Gib” and the king of Bravo Twitter, Gibson Johns! Gibson and Mandy discuss the RHONJ premiere, the Vanderpump Rules finale, as well as this week’s episodes of The Valley, Summer House, and Summer House Martha’s Vineyard. Listen to Gabbing with Gib: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gabbing-with-gib/id1711793555 Check out Gibson’s substack: https://gibsonoma.substack.com/ Follow Mandy on Instagram:

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01:42:33

Episode 294 - ‘Misogyny and Female Rage’ with Nyemade...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/05/06

Move over Dr. Heavenly, we have a new relationship expert! This week’s guest is Nyemade Boiwu (@thatafricanbutterfly), an entrepreneur, freelance writer, facilitator, mental health advocate a more. Nyemade and Mandy discuss this week’s Summer House, Summer House Martha’s Vineyard, Vanderpump Rules, and The Valley, and Nyemade shares some very solid relationship advice. Plus, Mandy opens up about something weighing on her heart. Follow Nyemade on instagram:

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01:15:15

Episode 293 - ‘Every Show Needs an Unhinged Person’...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2024/04/28

This week’s podcast guest is co-host of the very popular Behind The Blinds podcast, Kelli Williams! Kelli and Mandy chat a little Taylor Swift before getting into this week’s Summer House, Summer House Martha’s Vineyard, Vanderpump Rules, and The Valley. For all things Behind the Blinds: https://linktr.ee/beyondtheblindspod Follow Kelli on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laguna_biotch/ Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ --- Support this podcast:

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