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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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All Episodes

01:00:41

Episode 372 - ‘M&M Hour: Lacking Humility’ with...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/11/09

M&M Hour is back! Melissa Reich joins Mandy to recap this week in Bravo. They discuss the vacations on RHOP and RHOSLC before getting into the RHOC reunion. Melissa shares her theories on Brittani, Bronwyn, and Tamra. Follow Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourbishtherapist/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:15:36

Episode 371 - ‘Tough Accusations’ with Tana...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/11/02

Licensed behavioral health counselor Tana joins Mandy to recap this crazy week in Bravo. They discuss the new ladies on RHOP, the shocking RHOC finale, and the Below Deck Down Under crossover with RHOSLC. Lots of accusations flying around to go through!Follow Tana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocofrommo15/?hl=enFollow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:08:31

Episode 370 - ‘The Best Show on Television’ with...

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2025/10/26

Aliza Rosen, CEO and Founder of AYR Media and “Is This Real Life?” Fan favorite is back on the podcast to chat all things Housewives. Mandy and Aliza jump right into RHOSLC, arguably the best show on television. They discuss why Todd is diabolical, Lisa’s marriage troubles, and whether there’s more to Britain’s story than she’s sharing. Mandy and Aliza also discuss this week’s Potomac and Orange County - and agree this is Heather Dubrow’s best season.Follow Aliza on Instagram:

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01:31:29

Episode 369 - ‘Women in Glass Houses’ with Rob Rains

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/10/19

“Is This Real Life?” favorite Rob Rains is back on the podcast to share his thoughts on Wendy & Eddie’s legal troubles before getting into this week’s RHOP, RHOM reunion part 3, and RHOSLC. Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbaldwinrains/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:14:44

Episode 368 - 'Four Degrees, Sixteen Counts of Fraud,...

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2025/10/12

Mandy has Jenny from @bravoandblaze on the podcast to recap this crazy week in Bravo! They discuss the shocking indictment of Dr. Wendy and Eddie and premiere of RHOP, the insane RHOM reunion, RHOSLC, and a little RHOC. Plus, some thoughts on the Southern Charm trailer. Check out all things Bravo and Blaze: https://bravoandblaze.com/Follow Jenny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravoandblaze/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:56:46

Episode 367 - ‘Sexualizing Friendships’ with Imani...

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2025/10/05

Imani and Ashley, the lovely ladies behind Taste of Reality join Mandy to gab all about Bravo and a little bit about Taylor Swift. They discuss what they’re looking forward to at BravoCon and get into the recent drama with Scheana and Lala before chatting about the explosive Miami reunion and wild Salt Lake and Orange County episodes. Plus, some extra chat just for fun!Check out all things Taste of Reality: https://tasteofreality.comFollow Taste of Reality on Instagram:

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00:55:26

Episode 366 - ‘M&M Hour: Inauthentic and Quietly...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/09/28

M&M hour is back!! Melissa Reich joins Mandy to share her thoughts on this season of RHOM and RHOC and start to dissect the first few episodes of RHOSLC. Lots of giggles and talk of gout!Check out part 2 of M&M Hour on: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-bish-therapist/id1702959562Follow Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourbishtherapist/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:16:05

Episode 365 - ‘Salt Lake City Armor’ with Kate Casey

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2025/09/21

This week Mandy has reality TV and documentary film expert Kate Casey on the podcast to chat all things Bravo. Before diving into the shows this week, Kate shares why everyone should tune in to The Chryslers: Back to Reality. Then, Mandy and Kate chat this week’s RHOSLC premiere, RHOC, and RHOM. For all things Kate Casey: https://www.katecasey.comFollow Kate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:17:40

Episode 364 - ‘Seeing Dirt as Gold’ with Eliza...

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2025/09/14

Mandy has content creator Eliza (@facereality16) on the podcast to chat RHOC and RHOM. Eliza shares why she thinks the Kiki/Katie drama seemed suspicious and share which former VPR star lives off “rage bait” before diving into the dueling trips on RHOC and the RHOM cruise. Also, Eliza is starting a podcast next week - be on the lookout for it!Follow Eliza on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/facereality16/?hl=en Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:27:19

Episode 363 - ‘Not So Quiet Desperation’ with Guest...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/09/07

Rob Rains guest hosts the podcast this week, chatting with energy and water policy analyst Gianna Kinsman. Together, Rob and Gianna analyze RHOM and its relevance during this moment in American history before previewing the upcoming season of RHOSLC and debate the appropriate level of engagement between house husbands and the cast.Rob and Gianna would like to plug:Riverkeeper https://www.riverkeeper.org Lost City Books https://lostcitybookstore.com East City

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01:07:11

Episode 362 - ‘Lie Detectors and Private Jets’ with...

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2025/08/31

Mandy has DC/MD/VA realtor and former music video producer Ari Davis on the podcast to dive into this week’s crazy RHOC and RHOM. They review how everyone on the cast or Orange County is a liar and why the Miami ladies should have just flown Ryan Air.If you’re looking for a realtor in the DC metro area, Ari is your girl! ari.davis@compass.comFollow Ari Davis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ari1000/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:16:15

Episode 361 - ‘Being Inconvenienced’ with Tom Hamlett

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2025/08/24

Mandy has Tom Hamlett, co-host of the Dumpster Dive and Good Judy’s podcast on to discuss this week’s crazy RHOM and wade through the webs of lies on RHOC. Watch Dumpster Dive on YouTube: youtube.com/@dumpsterdivepod?si=5ITnoR0DcQEiLapI Follow Tom Hamlett on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:34:02

Episode 360 - ‘The Valley and Next Gen NYC: A Post...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/08/17

The group chat comes to life as Mandy’s neighbor Aruna Kalyanam and friend Rob Rains come on the podcast to do a post mortem on season 2 of The Valley and chat a bit of Next Gen NYC. Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:32:17

Episode 359 - ‘Doing the Dirty Work’ with Louis Staples

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/08/10

Mandy welcomes TV, culture, and internet writer Louis Staples back to the podcast to dive deep into The Valley. Louis shares how he would have handled Jax’s domestic violence if he were in charge of production, how the network is managing the fallout, and why many people on the cast are frustrated with Janet. Mandy draws similarities between Janet and Tamra and asks Louis his thoughts on major themes of the Real Housewives of Miami and Real Housewives of Orange County.Follow Louis on Instagram:

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01:10:54

Episode 358 - ‘Call it What it is’ with Lyndsay Lime

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/08/03

Mandy welcomes 1/2 of Recap Rodeo, Lyndsay Lime, back to the podcast to dive deep into The Valley. Lyndsay shares what she thinks production did wrong by allowing Jax to film season 2 before sharing why she thinks Nia and Danny agreed to be on the show (it’s hilarious). Plus, hear Lyndsay’s special moment with Scheana on the “My Good Side” book tour!Listen to Recap Rodeo: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/recap-rodeo/id1768858916Follow Lyndsay on Instagram:

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01:06:16

Episode 357 - ‘M&M Hour: Statute of Limitations in...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/07/27

Welcome to another month of M&M Hour with Mandy and Melissa Reich! Mandy and Melissa get into the Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion part 2 and explain why they’ve been side eyeing Shamea before discussing the current drama on the Valley and this week’s Real Housewives of Orange County. For all things Your Bish Therapist: Link Treelinktr.ee/yourbishtherapistFollow Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourbishtherapist/Follow Mandy on Instagram:

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01:53:01

Episode 356 - ‘Gang Ups and Taking Up Space’ with...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/07/20

This week Mandy welcomes Taria S. Faison, host of What Else Is Going On, back to the podcast! Mandy and Taria chat about their friendship before diving into all the Bravo shows of the week. They first get into the Real Housewives of Miami and the epic narcissist party before chatting about the Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion, Real Housewives of Orange County, and The Valley. Listen to the What Else Is Going On Podcast: playpodca.st/whatelseisgoingonFollow Taria on Instagram:

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01:14:04

Episode 355 - ‘Walking Vulnerability’ with Aliza Rosen

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/07/13

This week, Founder and CEO of AYR Media, Aliza Rosen, is back on the podcast to mention it all! Mandy and Aliza first discuss the shocking reveal in Scheana’s memoir before getting into this week’s RHOC premiere, RHOM, and The Valley. For all things AYR Media: https://www.ayr-media.com/ Follow Aliza on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayr_media/?hl=enFollow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:01:22

Episode 354 - ‘M&M Hour: Low Blows’ with Melissa Reich

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/06/29

This week, Melissa and Mandy return to the mic for another M&M Hour to chat RHOA and RHOM. Melissa and Mandy first dive into RHOM, which Melissa is watching for the first time. Melissa provides great insight into what’s going on between Guerdy and Julia, as well as Alexia’s relationship. Then they discuss RHOA and Melissa and Mandy share their thoughts on Charles Oakley, Brit, and why Phaedra may be making the show less authentic. For part 2 of M&M Hour (comes out Tuesday, July 1): Link

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01:26:37

Episode 353 - ‘Serving Fashion and Getting Served’...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/06/22

This week, Mandy has her friend and BravoCon partner in crime Jodi Tirengel back on the podcast. Mandy and Jodi discuss the Lisa vs. Larsa Milan fashion week drama on RHOM before heading over to discuss the darkest episode on the darkest show we’ve ever seen on Bravo - The Valley. Plus hear Mandy’s thoughts on creating a podcast community that leads with empathy and her thoughts on this week’s amazing episode of RHOA!Follow Jodi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodigetinsta/Follow Mandy on

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