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Dumpster Divas! Welcome to the Dumpster, where we dig through reality TV's trash—past and present—so you don't have to. Every week, Tom Hamlett breaks down today's biggest reality TV moments alongside the iconic shows that got us here. From Bravo to Love Island, Survivor to Big Brother, and the forgotten gems we still can't stop talking about, expect hilarious recaps, hot takes, and plenty of nost... more

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A LOT has happened since I was last on the mic last week. Life updates, and RHONY Ep.9 recap!

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We are diverting from Reality TV this week, and diving into the STATE OF POP (music)! DJ Louie (Pop Pantheon) joins me to chat about formative pop moments, who we’re listening to now, and who you SHOULD be listening to next!

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We’ve got another oner from the women of RHOSLC! They really operate their best locked in a room, don’t they?

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RHONY RECAP BEGINS 20:00 ish

Friend of the pod, Jake Cornell, returns to help me dive into HAVANA NIGHTS ON THE UWS! We also chat Survivor 51, the high-low NYC lifestyle, and the state of Salt Lake City.

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DJ Louie
Co-host of Pop Pantheon and author of a forthcoming book on queer fandom and pop divas
Pop Pantheon
Episode: The State of Pop Music w/ DJ Louie (@djlouiexiv)
Jake Cornell
Comedian and reality television fan.
Episode: Survivor 51, RHOSLC, & RHONY S16 Ep.8 Recap w/ Jake Cornell (@jakecornell)
Jason Zeffir
Author of Zombies of the Upper East Side and host of Slay Replay.
Episode: The Golden Life, vs. RHONY, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, & Formative Horror w/ Jason Zeffir (@jasonzeffir)
Nicholas Braun
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Episode: RHONY S16 Ep.5 Recap
Jemima Kirk
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Episode: RHONY S16 Ep.5 Recap
Nicole Scherzinger
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OG Ananobe
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Ryan Bailey
Host of So Bad It's Good with Ryan Bailey
So Bad It's Good with Ryan Bailey
Episode: RHUGT: Roaring 20th Finale w/ Ryan Bailey (@sobaditsgoodwithryanbailey)
Kendrick Tucker
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Episode: Deep Dive: The Swan: Behind the Mirror w/ Kendrick Tucker (@withkendricktucker)

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Tom Hamlett
Host of Dumpster Dive: A Reality TV Deep Dive

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 926 ratings
  • Great recap and insights

    Tom is so charming, and I have enjoyed his guests.

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    MichZink
    United Statesa month ago
  • Be for real

    Says we shouldn’t critique other people’s bodies but definitely has for some of the Housewives.

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    It’sMe!!!!
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love!

    Came for Ronnie stayed for Tom!

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    5
    Misstrish1987
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love your takes!

    Found you thru So Bad It’s Good. Your take on Jessel was spot on! I live in LA and not even a New Yorker yet she was so cringe and annoying to me too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dm101lk
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best Recaps

    Tom is just the best & his recaps never disappoint. He calms me & cracks me up at the same time; I would rather listen to his recaps than watch the shows he covers. Tom is cream of the crop amongst an abundance of mediocrity.🫶🏼DumpsterDive😘

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    Leigh😘
    United Statesa month ago

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Survivor 51, RHOSLC, & RHONY S16 Ep.8 Recap w/ Jake Cornell (@jakecornell)
Q: Well, let's talk about this party they throw at their brownstone. I do have to give them credit. I mean, this brownstone is gorge.
Cornell agrees the brownstone has attractive features but criticizes its purple couch. He also explains that the lighting shown in reality-TV scenes is often added by production rather than reflecting a home's usual lighting.
Survivor 51, RHOSLC, & RHONY S16 Ep.8 Recap w/ Jake Cornell (@jakecornell)
Q: Before we get to New York, you said you're watching Salt Lake City. Are you loving that?
Cornell says he is struggling with the season because the cast members seem unhappy and hostile toward one another. He finds Mary's grief particularly affecting and says the animosity makes the show less fun to watch.
The State of Pop Music w/ DJ Louie (@djlouiexiv)
Q: Who's someone that you just still are, you know, absolutely crushing it this long and the hype is all worth it? And then who's someone that you think deserves a little bit more of that energy?
Louie points to Beyoncé's sustained relevance and Madonna's return to form, and says Tinashe deserves more recognition for her consistent pop work and recent breakthrough.
The State of Pop Music w/ DJ Louie (@djlouiexiv)
Q: Who was your pop girlie when you were growing up, putting, cutting out of the magazines and putting them on the door?
Louie says he grew up in a music-focused family, became deeply attached to Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill, and later found his first pop idol in Britney Spears.
The Golden Life, vs. RHONY, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, & Formative Horror w/ Jason Zeffir (@jasonzeffir)
Q: What are your like horror touchstones?
Zeffir names 1980s campy horror, Scream and other work by Kevin Williamson, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and complicated female characters from soap operas as formative influences.

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What is Dumpster Dive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A recap-and-analysis show that dives into the biggest reality TV moments across Bravo, Love Island, Survivor, Big Brother, and related franchises. Hosted by a sharp, opinionated moderator, it blends punchy takes, episode-by-episode breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes context with a nostalgic lens on classic eras and fan-favorite moments. Guests range from Bravo-centric insiders to cross-genre reality TV voices, giving listeners a mix of backstage gossip, production insights, and cultural commentary, often punctuated by promotional reads and live-event mentions. The format leans into a conversational, humorous style with strong personality, making it approachable for fans who want quick takes plus deeper context on show dynamics, cast relation... more

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