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Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker
Vanderpump Rules
Bravo
Bravocon
Reality TV
Katie Maloney
The Real Housewives
Mental Health
The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills
Tom Sandoval
Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City
The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City
Southern Charm
The Real Housewives Of Potomac
The Real Housewives Of Miami
Scandoval
Real Housewives Of Potomac
Beverly Hills
Reality Television
Lala Kent
Kyle Richards

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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Latest Episodes

For the reality TV world, it was the best of times (Summer House), it was the worst of times (Secret Lives of Mormon Wives / The Bachelorette). Mandy’s Bravo bestie Jodi Tirengel is on the podcast this week to break down all the drama of Taylor Frank... more

Former podcast queen and all time great girl Amanda Page is back on “Is This Real Life” to make her podcasting re-debut! Mandy and Amanda chat about Southern Hospitality, Summer House, and the drama filled finale of Southern Charm!

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Rob Rains and Gianna Kinsman dive head first into the cesspool of Summer House like West or Ben on most Saturday mornings. Then they unpack the explosive Southern Hospitality premiere. Finally, they lament a slow Southern Charm season.

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New York Times best selling author Brian J. Moylan joins Mandy to chat all things in Bravo this week. They get into this week’s RHOBH, including what Amanda Frances learned from being in a cult, before getting into this week’s Summer House, Southern ... more

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Recent Guests

Amanda Page
Avid Vanderpump Rules fan, former Instagram account operator for It's All Happening X
Founder/Influencer (Amanda Page)
Episode: Episode 389 - 'A Podcasting Re-Debut' with Amanda Page
Hannah A. Brown
Host of the podcast Not Aspirational
Not Aspirational
Episode: Episode 377 - ‘Small Hands & Pick Me’s’ with Hannah A. Brown
Jenny Blaze
Content creator and host of Bravo and Blaze
Bravo and Blaze
Episode: Episode 368 - 'Four Degrees, Sixteen Counts of Fraud, and an Unhappy Eddie' with Jenny Blaze
Kate Casey
Reality TV and documentary expert, and host of Reality Life with Kate Casey.
Reality Life with Kate Casey
Episode: Episode 365 - ‘Salt Lake City Armor’ with Kate Casey
Gianna Kinsman
Environmental policy analyst and Bravo analyst
Episode: Episode 363 - ‘Not So Quiet Desperation’ with Guest Host Rob Rains and Gianna Kinsman
Ari Davis
A realtor in the DC metropolitan area and a former producer in LA, Ari is an avid Bravo fan.
Compass
Episode: Episode 362 - ‘Lie Detectors and Private Jets’ with Ari Davis
Lyndsay Lime
Podcast host known for Vanderpod Recaps and Recap Rodeo.
Episode: Episode 358 - ‘Call it What it is’ with Lyndsay Lime
Taria S. Faison
Host of the podcast, What Else Is Going On, and aspiring talk show host.
What Else Is Going On
Episode: Episode 356 - ‘Gang Ups and Taking Up Space’ with Taria S. Faison
Kara Berry
Host of the podcast, Everyone's Business But Mine, and known for her funny takes around Bravo content.
Everyone's Business But Mine
Episode: Episode 352 - ‘Put This Rehab on Blast’ with Kara Berry

Host

Mandy Slutsker
Host who offers thoughtful perspectives on Bravo shows, insightful commentary on personal experiences, and discussions about societal issues. She relates themes from reality television to real-life challenges.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 799 ratings
  • Rob and Gianna Need a Podcast!

    I appreciate Mandy’s MN representation and hope her dad continues to improve. ❤️Rob and Gianna are great together! I would love it if they had their own podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Tari J
    United States16 days ago
  • Pretty Good

    I like your podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Violet Winter666
    United Statesa month ago
  • Glad you got a little vacation!!

    Great pod and love the M&M sessions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pinacoloda
    United States2 months ago
  • Mandy is a gem

    It is always a pleasure listening to Mandy’s thoughtful perspective. She is insightful, humble, wise, funny, and sincerely kind.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katie Flood
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you

    Just a girl from Wisconsin… I stand with you and Minnesota! ❤️

    Thank you for this beautiful intro.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    All 2 ears
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners enjoy the guest segments that bring fresh perspectives to discussions and appreciate the relatable personal anecdotes from the host.
The host's blend of humor and seriousness resonates well with the audience, making each episode relatable and engaging.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and insightful perspectives shared in discussions, especially regarding reality TV and their connections to personal experiences.
However, there are some critiques regarding episodes that veer too much into political commentary, with some listeners wishing for a focus solely on entertainment analysis.
Overall, the show is viewed positively for its unique approach to content, appealing to fans of Bravo and reality TV in general.

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Episode 389 - 'A Podcasting Re-Debut' with Amanda Page
Q: What has Amanda been up to since her last appearance and what can listeners expect from your re-debut?
Amanda discusses her renewed podcasting efforts and her continued involvement with Bravo-related content, including her nostalgic reflections on past friendships and current TV landscape.
Episode 386 - ‘The New Number One Guy on Summer House’ with Lyndsay and Brady (Recap Rodeo)
Q: Do you feel like Karen Huger learned her lesson when you were watching The Sit Down with Andy?
Karen is learning, but there's still a couple areas where I think she can keep going.
Episode 368 - 'Four Degrees, Sixteen Counts of Fraud, and an Unhappy Eddie' with Jenny Blaze
Q: How have you felt about Wendy since she joined five years ago?
She had been living her life to her mother's standards which shows her insecurity.
Episode 369 - ‘Women in Glass Houses’ with Rob Rains
Q: What are your thoughts on Wendy and Eddie?
They may face more challenges due to the profile of their prosecutor and public scrutiny.
Episode 364 - ‘Seeing Dirt as Gold’ with Eliza @FaceReality16
Q: Do you think Heather is afraid of Tamara?
I don't think she's afraid of Tamara. I think she sees Tamara for who she is.

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Episodes focus on analyzing reality television, particularly popular Bravo series, through the lens of authentic personal experiences, mental health, and societal dynamics. The host offers an engaging blend of light-hearted commentary and deep emotional insights, often discussing how the narratives in these shows reflect real-life relationships and personal struggles. A unique aspect of the series is its candidness, as the host frequently interweaves her own life experiences into the discussions, making the content relatable to listeners who are fans of reality TV and interested in genuine emotional narratives.

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2. Hannah A. Brown
3. Jenny Blaze
4. Kate Casey
5. Gianna Kinsman
6. Ari Davis
7. Lyndsay Lime
8. Taria S. Faison

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