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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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01:06:47

Episode 382 - ‘Testing People’ with Melissa Reich

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2026/01/18

Mandy has her favorite podcast co-host Melissa Reich back on the podcast to chat this week in Bravo. While Melissa is typically @yourbishtherapist, this week she’s been Mandy’s Bish Therapist. Mandy and Melissa discuss the drama on Southern Charm, the crazy Colorado trip on RHOP, the non-Sedona trip to AZ on RHOBH, and a little bit of the RHOSLC reunion. For all things Melissa: Link Treelinktr.ee/yourbishtherapistFollow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:18:09

Episode 381 - ‘Liz, It’s January 3rd’ with Dakota Wright

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2026/01/11

The first full week of the year has been … a lot. Let’s take a break from the world’s craziness and dive into this week in Bravo. Mandy has fabulous content creator / tik tok star Dakota Wright on the podcast to chat this week’s RHOSLC finale and RHOP mess of a trip. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on Southern Charm and RHOBH. Follow Dakota on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dakotawright/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:02:45

Episode 380 - ‘Splashing and Whisper Fights’ with...

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2026/01/04

Happy 2026! For the first podcast of the year, Mandy has Stephen Krugle (@facesbybravo) on the podcast to chat this week’s Bravo news and get into RHOSLC. Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the Mary Cosby documentary. Follow Stephen on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/facesbybravo/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:01:55

Episode 379 - ‘M&M Hour: When Love is Conditional’...

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2025/12/28

Join Mandy and Melissa for the last M&M Hour of 2025! They chat about their holidays, share some laughs, and dive into this week’s RHOP. Melissa shares what she believes led Wendy to commit fraud. Follow Melissa on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourbishtherapist/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:09:56

Episode 378 - ‘Taking Accountability’ with Aliza Rosen

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/12/21

Aliza Rosen, President and Founder of AYR Media, takes Mandy to task this week about how wrong she was re: Kyle and Morgan. Aliza and Mandy discuss the various theories about why Kyle is coming forward about the relationship now, what really lead to its demise, and how they feel about Kyle now. The ladies also discuss this week’s RHOSLC, Southern Charm, and RHOP. Follow Aliza on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayr_media/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:18:02

Episode 377 - ‘Small Hands & Pick Me’s’ with Hannah...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/12/14

Hannah A. Brown from the Not Aspirational podcast is on this week to discuss all things Bravo! Mandy and Hannah touch on the Summer House reunion, get deep into the friendship dynamics on Southern Charm, and discuss Kyle seemingly confirming her relationship with Morgan Wade on RHOBH. The ladies also touch on RHOSLC and RHOP and Mandy shares the paranormal activity happening in her apartment. For all things Hannah A. Brown:

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01:24:16

Episode 376 ‘Men That Are Too Old Behaving Badly’...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/12/07

Mary Payne Gilbert from the Pink Shade podcast is on this week to discuss the RHOBH premiere! Mandy and Mary Payne are here for Rachel Zoe, get some laughs about the Umansky daughters reaction to Mauricio, and agree Boz is the only one of them who is happy. They also discuss Southern Charm, and Mary Payne gives some insight into southern culture. Plus, Mandy discusses this week’s RHOP and RHOSLC. For all things Pink Shade Podcast: https://pinkshadepodcast.com/Follow Pink Shade on instagram:

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01:05:00

Episode 375 - ‘M&M Hour: Confrontation and Delusion’...

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2025/11/30

Mandy and Melissa are back for M&M Hour! They get into this week’s RHOP, RHOSLC, and Southern Charm touching on topics related to delusion, desperation, substance abuse, and love addiction. For all things Your Bish Therapist: Link Treelinktr.ee/yourbishtherapistFollow Melissa on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourbishtherapist/Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

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01:15:29

Episode 374 - ‘Lawyers and Storytellers and the...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/11/23

Mandy brings her friend Jodi Tirengel back on the podcast to discuss their adventures at BravoCon last weekend. From the beginning, it was a bravolebrity packed few days, with Giselle and Tia being on their flight. Mandy and Jodi share a play by play of the weekend and discuss their meaningful conversation with Bronwyn, some tea they heard about the Craig/Paige breakup, and a very memorable interaction with Tom Sandoval.Get Dayna Wyland’s jewelry: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DaynaWylandJewelryFollow

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01:01:46

Episode 373 - ‘A Delicate Dance’ with Mandy’s Dad and...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

2025/11/16

Mandy is away at BravoCon but makes sure to record an episode first with her thoughts on RHOSLC and RHOP. But she also has two surprise guests - Ilya and Joyce, her dad and stepmom. They chat a bit about their Mediterranean cruise before Mandy asks her dad to share how his family was able to get out of the Soviet Union when the country made it difficult for Jews to emigrate. In honor of Mandy’s dad, consider making a donation to HIAS, the refugee agency that resettled his family in the United

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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...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

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,...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

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...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

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

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

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...

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker ·

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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