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The Reality Check Podcast

Where Leo and Nesu discuss all things pop culture, reality tv and everything in between. #RealityChkPod Follow us on IG: @leogillyy and @anesum_ // Twitter: @leawhatwhat and @nescakes_

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01:41:46

The Emergency Episode - Locked Up, They Won’t Let Me...

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2025/10/14

BREAKING NEWS! Off the back of ongoing scandals and news in the Bravosphere, Leo and Nesu decided to band back together to unpack the mess that has swept Bravo with the new allegations against Dr. Wendy and Eddie Osefo with their fraud case. The pair go on to discuss & share their thoughts and opinions on the matter and also go on to debate whether Bravo viewers have a hand to play in the current zeitgeist of Housewives and the pressure to appear wealthy. They close off with a look into the

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01:49:53

S2 Ep. 16 - Spooky Szn 🎃

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/11/06

In the spirit of Halloween, Leo and Nesu are back for another episode, in which they recap the Halloween weekend, as well as Nesu’s birthday! They also discuss what costumes they’ve been wowed by on social media, as well as the reaction to the statue of Dwayne Wade that was unveiled recently. Next on the agenda is the announcement that the Real Housewives is finally getting a London-based franchise, and the two make their thoughts known on the concept, as well as speculating on who they think would

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01:51:56

S2 Ep. 15 - The Art of Deflection

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/10/16

It’s another week and Leo and Nesu are back! The duo kicks off with a little catch-up on life, how they’ve been doing; and get into the duality of life which is the good & bad existing concurrently and that not being a bad thing.The pair go on to discuss what shows they’ve been watching and Nesu goes on to dissect the erasure of black women/black female leads in Hollywood, as well as the realities that 'black shows' face, and how without support from black audiences; it makes it tenfolds

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01:19:37

S2 Ep. 14 - Old Habits

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/09/18

The gworls are back! A little bit of a delayed one, but Leo and Nesu start off by discussing how summer has been and the art of striking the balance between enjoying outside and not overdoing it and getting some rest. The duo discuss the art of the rewatch and unpack some shows they’ve tapped into during the Bravo ‘off season’, and touch on how the dying concept of teenagehood has resulted in a loss of a great genre of TV shows catered to teenagers and young adults. They close off with a recap

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01:52:20

S2 Ep. 13 - The Bounce Back

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/08/11

You asked, and they delivered! Leo and Nesu dive right back in, as they reminisce on how they were first introduced to Afrobeats, and the drawbacks that have come with recent linkups between Southern and West African artists on some remixes of already popular songs. Jumping over to how they’re doing, they open up about recent experiences with getting older, and how friendship dynamics just seem to change without cause. The topic of friendships continue, as they discuss the cracks beginning to show

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02:15:27

S2 Ep. 12 - A Long Overdue Rant

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/05/07

Leo and Nesu have a special guest this week, Martina, who they have dubbed the original RHOP Historian! In this week’s episode, the trio delved into the recent Bravo updates, a recap of RHOP S8 and discuss what they think the future of reality tv looks like. Enjoy!

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02:57:11

S2 Ep. 11 - March Madness

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/03/27

In this week’s episode, Leo and Nesu discuss an altercation at a place you’d least expect it, before getting into how sometimes your life can feel like a TV show, especially living in London. They dive into the Real Housewives of Potomac (26:18), discussing Mia & Gordon’s acrimonious separation, review the looks for the upcoming reunion as well as the aftermath of the previous episode’s events at the GnA fashion show. To conclude, they discuss the tenth season of Married to Medicine (01:25:34),

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01:35:38

S2 Ep. 10 - All Good Things Come to an End

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/03/06

Hello loves! Leo and Nesu kick off this week’s episode by discussing their weekend’s and quickly get into how Uche Natori has recently had the gworls over on TikTok and Twitter (X) in a tizzy over her ICONIC makeup routine, tips and tricks (06:44). The duo also delves into the recent controversial situation with allegations against Alonuko (17:51), influencers and people of popularity being treated better by wedding vendors and just how expensive it currently is to hold the bride baton. Leo and Nesu

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02:16:12

S2 Ep. 9 - Leo, Fix My Life

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/02/21

We’re back for yet another jam-packed episode from our dynamic duo, as Leo gets into their Iyanla bag, and helps Nesu as they chat about community, changing their mindsets and what it’s like starting a life away from your family and friends. They then talk about Queen Bey’s upcoming second act (16:37), and people who seem a bit jaded by her due to recent global events. Next up is the announcement that Porsha will be returning for the 16th season of Real Housewives of Atlanta (45:50), as well as

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02:35:24

S2 Ep. 8 - To Freedom!

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/02/08

Leo and Nesu have a special guest this week, Tammy from the BTS Pod - a self confessed Bravoholic! They open with their views on the infamous Monique vs Candice (Real Housewives of Potomac) altercation, before getting into how they’re doing as well as how their weekend was. The Grammy’s (24:02) are on the brain and they discuss their views on some of the award wins and they also discuss Kandi’s announcement on leaving the Real Housewives of Atlanta.Next, trio discuss the current season of the Real

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02:15:30

S2. Ep. 7 - Get It Together

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/02/01

The dolls are back! As usual Leo and Nesu start off by catching up and discussing how they are and how Leo is currently the busiest person on the planet. Next up, the pair discuss the Balmain Paris and Tongoro scandal that took place online following Balmain’s #FW24 Men’s Collection show (30:20) and question whether any ideas are ever really original anymore; as well as a quick chat on the rise of Cishet women proposing to men (43:03). The duo goes on to touch on #Married2Med and talk about Toya’s

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02:19:03

S2 Ep. 6 - Natural Allegiances to Losers

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/01/17

Is this thing on? Hi loves! In trying to keep consistent with their new recording schedule, Leo and Nesu are back for another episode. They get to thinking about how their baby cousins aren’t so baby-like anymore, and responsibilities are beginning to stack up before updating on what they’ve been up to. In this week’s Pass/Drop the Mic (20:48), Nesu describes how Jada baited Steff London into a beef she couldn’t handle, and Leo makes their thoughts known on the upcoming Mr and Mrs Smith reboot

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02:10:45

S2 Ep. 5 - New Year, Better (Us)

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/01/10

Hello loves! We hope the new year is treating you well. Leo and Nesu are back to chop it up and start off by catching up and discussing London nightlife, and how all hope may not be lost for finding other good vibes babes in London. Next up, the pair discuss Halle Bailey’s baby announcement (29:17) and how the Bailey sisters technically gaslit us all! The duo switch gears and discuss Oscar Pistorius’ release (38:21) and how disappointing it has been to see some news outlets try to position him as

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01:45:12

S2 Ep. 4 - Made in Lagos (kinda)

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2024/01/03

For their last/holiday episode of 2023, Big IK joins Leo and Nesu, and Christmas is on the brain as they start with how they’re doing, as well as trying to get into the Christmas spirit a few days before the big day. They do the usual Pass/Drop the Mic (15:00), sharing their thoughts on what’s stood out for them, for good reasons or bad. In recapping what they’ve been watching recently (42:22), they also point out anything that’s stood out to them on tv at the moment. The Real Housewives of Lagos

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01:26:54

S2 Ep. 3 - Growing Pains and Going Through Change

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2023/11/23

Your favourite duo is back and kick- off with a check-in, followed by what their New Year’s resolutions for the podcast are. Next on the agenda is BravoCon 2024 (39:28) and the two talk about their ultimate ‘CHOPS’ from the convention. The conversation switches to the new seasons of RHOP and the Married to Medicine (58:44), where the two discuss their views of the season premieres.

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01:38:55

S2 Ep. 2 - Second time’s the charm, right?

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2023/10/02

Leo and Nesu kick off with the usual check-in, and jump right back in like they never left. The recent spate of high profile breakups (22:01) is on Nesu's mind, followed by this week's 'Pass the Mic' (34:55), which gets the two digging into all things Kerry Washington as well as Beyoncé, and the impact of the Renaissance World Tour as it comes to an end. The conversation switches to the new season of RHOSLC (01:03:16) and the RHONY reboot, and both have noticed a similar theme that

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02:43:12

S2 Ep. 1 - Long time, No Ki!

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2023/09/05

It’s been a long time and we shouldn’t have left you without a dope beat to step to, but the gworls are back! Leo and Nesu start off by doing a check-in and sharing an update on where they’ve been, how they’re doing and what’s been going on. The pair go straight into discussing some pop culture topics including cancel culture, the viral Carlos King interviews with Nene Leakes and Kenya Moore (00:36:00). They then segue into giving a recap of what they believe has been the worst season of the Real

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01:50:24

Ep. 35 - The Outburst Episode

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2022/08/14

Today marks the season 1 finale of the Reality Check Pod and Leo and Nesu are so excited to get into let week's episodes. After their usual weekend round up, they head straight into their thoughts on S1E9 of the Real Housewives of Dubai, ‘Dancehall It Out’ (00:17:15), where Sara vs Brooks continues. They also end off with a rating of the cast and the season [thus far]. Next on the agenda is S14E13 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, ‘A Rum Punch To The Gut’ (00:51:22). The cast sets off for Jamaica

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01:46:05

Ep. 34 - A Real Housewives Renaissance

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2022/08/06

In this week’s episode of the Reality Check Podcast, your hosts are still basking in the glow of Queen Bey’s latest album, Renaissance and cannot stop talking about it! After describing what felt like a “pod day out” over the weekend, they jump into discussing Diana’s Christmas party and the ensuing chaos on the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (23:20), S12E12 “Beverly Hills Blackout”. Caroline Stanbury is the topic of conversation on S1E8 “Drama in the Sandbox” of the Real Housewives of Dubai

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01:56:09

Ep. 33 - Loose Lips Sink (Friend)ships

The Reality Check Podcast ·

2022/07/27

It’s another week and Leo and Nesu have actually managed to keep the ball rolling; dare we say, they’re back? The pair start you off with a weekend roundup and head straight into their thoughts on S14E11 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, ‘Cabin Fever’ (00:18:46). What seems to be a redemption arc for Kenya is discussed by the pair, as well as their mutual shock at how poorly Marlo and Sanya are coming off as new leach holders. They head on to the heated S1E8 of the Real Housewives of Dubai, ‘Drama

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