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The Reality Is

The Reality Is
Reality TV
Big Brother
Bravo
Summer House
Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City
Real Housewives Of Potomac
Love Island
Reality Television
Real Housewives
Love Is Blind
Traitors
Donald Trump
Married To Medicine
Traders
Vanderpump Rules
Southern Hospitality
Potomac
The Valley
Beverly Hills
White Lotus

A podcast about our problematic love for reality TV

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Recent Guests

Kaya Wilson
One half of Bravo We're Black
Bravo We're Black
Episode: Episode 644: Bring Back Shame w/ Kaya Wilson (Summer House / In the City)
Rae Sanni
Comedian and writer
Episode: Episode 642: (Part 1) Be Cool w/ Rae Sanni (In The City / Summer House)
Taria S. Faison
Guest on The Reality Is discussed episode
Episode: Episode 641: A Post Slam Pig America w/ Taria S Faison (RHOA / RHORI)
Selle Brooks
Guest host and podcaster
Who Asked Me Podcast
Episode: Episode 637: Behaving Caucasianly w/ Selle Brooks (The Valley / Southern Hospitality / Summer House)
Cynthia Bailey
Cast member, Real Housewives of Atlanta
Bravo / Real Housewives
Episode: Episode 626: Now, what else is going on w/ Taria (RHORI / RHOA)
Tom Hamlett
Guest on episode; known for Summer House, Southern Hospitality
Summer House / Southern Hospitality
Episode: Episode 623: Impending cancellations w/ Tom Hamlett (Summer House / Southern Hospitality / SLOMW Drama)
Jackie Santillan
Kind Minds, Smart Hearts co-host; What We Say Podcast guest
Kind Minds, Smart Hearts / What We Say Podcast
Episode: Episode 617: Still rising like a sourdough starter w/ Jackie Santillan (Love Is Blind, RHOP, Summer House)
Hannah Aaron Brown
Actor, comedian, social media style icon, and host of Not Aspirational
Not Aspirational
Episode: Episode 591: Touch heads w/ Hannah Aaron Brown (RHOP / M2M / VPR / RHOSLC)
Trina Watters
Pop culture analyst, meme creator, and first-time podcaster
Social Media Influencer
Episode: Episode 526: No one does reality tv like Utah w/ Trina Watters @teewatters (Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S2)

Host

Noor
Host known for guiding discussions with humor and critical takes on reality TV and politics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Tummy forward toddler is all you!

    Noor and Co. are hilarious, excellent takes, and every time I see someone reference the “Tummy forward toddler” I ask myself, where is the “-Noor”. I know where it came from- a comedy queen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hereforthelaughs88
    United States2 months ago
  • The reality is I love this pod

    Listening to Noor (and Raheel and guests) talk about Bravo and politics is like giving my brain a little break from doing its own thinking about Bravo and politics. I love her takes and her sense of humor. Five stars. Love her.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dzacquee
    United States2 months ago
  • Oversimplification

    Over simplification of everyyything based on identity politics. But falls into alllll of the most basic tropes. A cis gendered woman in THE most heteronormative relationship lusting after gay men and making comments like the black ppl of white ppl. Girl, what???? Listen for a summary of a vicarious experience from a culture vulture of the internet. Having a diverse group of friends does not equate with taking on their identities.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Delirious Girl
    United States2 months ago
  • Is aarti okay??

    She used to be my favorite co-host & now she’s my least :(. Seems very angry & can’t take a joke. Yikes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    **RIP OFF!@&$!
    United States2 months ago
  • Aarti episodes are my favourite!

    Love the show. Love the hot takes! More Aarti episodes!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ?chacha1990
    Australia2 months ago

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Apple Podcasts
#179
United States/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#208
Australia/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#139
Singapore/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#199
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Apple Podcasts
#231
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Apple Podcasts
#247
Sweden/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 604: WanderLOLz w/ Kendrick Tucker (RHOP / M2M / VPR) @withkendricktucker
Q: Are you pro or against the way sex work is represented on these shows?
I'm pro how they talk about sex work; it's refreshing and more straightforward compared to previous shows.
Episode 604: WanderLOLz w/ Kendrick Tucker (RHOP / M2M / VPR) @withkendricktucker
Q: What are your thoughts about the cast of characters from Vanderpump Rules?
The characters seem very different; the dynamics are unusual and confusing, especially with a mix of relationships and situations, including an unsettling vibe surrounding incest.
Episode 558: Oh my god 101 w/ Donny Hadfield (Big Brother 27)
Q: What does the jury do again?
The jury votes for who wins the game and asks the final two questions to determine their vote.
Episode 476: High body count hair w/ Tom Hamlett @thetomhamlett (RHOP / RHOBH / RHOSLC)
Q: What do you think about the character dynamics in the Real Housewives series?
The comparison between different Real Housewives franchises, particularly how they handle trauma and relatability, shows a shift in the dynamics and expectations from these women.
Episode 417: Runnin' for ranch w/ Kara Berry @everyonesbusinessbutmine (RHOP / VPR / Summer House / Martha's House / The Valley)
Q: Do you think Jasmine is pregnant by the way in this?
I mean, we shouldn't be, you know, questioning people's.

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What is The Reality Is about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show delivers sharp, humorous takes on reality TV, with a strong focus on Bravo franchises, pop culture, and politics. Conversations blend scene-by-scene recaps, insider anecdotes, and cultural critique, often sprinkled with personal stories and bold takes on audience reactions, production choices, and the dynamics behind-the-scenes. A standout element is the ensemble of intelligent, outspoken hosts who invite guests from Bravo-related circles, creating lively banter that balances fan enthusiasm with critical commentary. The format regularly shifts between recap, analysis, and hot takes, making it a compelling listen for fans who want both behind-the-scenes flavor and thoughtful perspective on media narratives.

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1. Dumpster Dive: A Reality TV Deep Dive
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3. I Ken Not with Kendrick Tucker
4. Bravo! We're Black
5. Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

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The Reality Is launched 6 years ago and published 673 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Reality Is include:

1. Kaya Wilson
2. Rae Sanni
3. Taria S. Faison
4. Selle Brooks
5. Cynthia Bailey
6. Tom Hamlett
7. Jackie Santillan
8. Hannah Aaron Brown

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