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Vanderpump Robs

Vanderpump Robs
Vanderpump Rules
Reality TV
Southern Charm
Summer House
Southern Hospitality
The Valley
Bravo
Charleston
Viva La Bam
Vanderpump Villa
Relationships
Craig
My Life As Liz
Reality Television
Jax Taylor
Vanderpump Robs
Drama
Patreon
Brittany Cartwright
Tom Sandoval

Vanderpump Robs covers Vanderpump Rules, The Valley, In The City, Southern Charm, Southern Hospitality, and the reality TV holes we somehow keep falling into. Rob Schulte and Kate Shapiro break down the drama, cast dynamics, production choices, and fan fallout with comedy and producer brain.

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The In The City spark storyline gets murkier, with Kenny turning one relationship comment into a full semantic defense situation while Amanda upgrades her “trial separation” into a year-long lease. Over on The Valley, Schwartz throws a 007 party, Bri... more

The In The City friend group is still trying to locate its spark, which apparently requires dumping parmesan on pizza, a questionable milkman, and Amanda announcing her apartment update. Danielle and Lindsay attempt a truce, Whitney learns that Bravo... more

At Whitney’s “Welcome to New York” party, Andrea plays matchmaker and sets Lindsay up with a hot milkman (not that MilkMan) while Kenny finds himself dragged into the center of the drama. Then on The Valley, Kristen and Luke try to reconnect, Michell... more

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The Southern Hospitality season finale brings the Republic staff together for a Mardi Gras party full of beads, blowups, and a few missing receipts from the season’s bigger storyline... more

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Recent Guests

Jenna Klaus
Returning guest; TikTok influencer known for Didi Maido
Self-Brand/TikTok presence
Episode: Mardi Gras Mayhem (Southern Hospitality S4E13) with Jenna Klaus
McCrae Olson
Former reality TV contestant (Big Brother); returning guest on the show
Episode: Big Gay Explosion (Southern Hospitality S4E12) with McCrae Olson
Sundi Rose
Special guest, co-host on the guest podcast But I'll Take a Pinto Grigio
But I'll Take a Pinto Grigio / Vintage VPR
Episode: Sun’s Out, Shade’s Out (Southern Hospitality S4E9) with Sundi Rose
Josh the Rhony Stan
Returning guest, TikTok/Instagram creator known for RHONY fandom
Unspecified/BRAVO fan community
Episode: Sip Happens (Southern Hospitality S4E7) with Josh the RHONY Stan
Mike Pesca
Award-winning journalist, host of The Gist, and host of How To
The Gist / How To
Episode: Ruckus on the River (Southern Hospitality S4E6) with Mike Pesca
Courtney Revolution
Very special guest, pop culture commentator
Episode: Giving Grace (Southern Hospitality S4E4) with Courtney Revolution
Tom Scharpling
Writer and host of The Best Show
The Best Show
Episode: Is Vanderpump Rules the Best Show? with Tom Scharpling
Madelyn Cunningham
Guest; host of The Unscripted Files
The Unscripted Files
Episode: Folly Follies (Southern Hospitality S4E2) with Madelyn Cunningham
Jordan Morris
Returning guest
Episode: Wiener Wars (Southern Hospitality S4E1) with Jordan Morris

Hosts

Rob Schulte
Host of Vanderpump Robs and frequent co-host; known for producer-oriented analysis and deep dives into reality-TV storytelling.
Kate Shapiro
Co-host known for quick-witted banter, guest coordination, and a knack for tying pop culture to production insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Yuck

    Listened to 2 minutes was bored and honestly don’t want to hear someone say the F word repeatedly on a podcast. They are not funny and the points they are making on the shows are stupid.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    carriekaz
    United States10 days ago
  • YES YES YES

    This show is required listening. Not just for Bravo fans, but for people obsessed with how media shapes the court of public opinion. SMART.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SillyLittleGRRRL
    United States19 days ago
  • One of a kind

    I’m hooked. Took me too long to start this show, but now I’m all in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bigtimepicnic
    United States23 days ago
  • Omg TRUTH

    These two are so funny and spit FACTS!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SillyApple101
    United States23 days ago
  • Yes yes yes!

    So happy I found Vanderpump Robs. Funny, smart, a little mean… everything I want!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TallTacos
    United States24 days ago

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Hosts are sharp, funny, and deeply knowledgeable about reality TV.
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Mardi Gras Mayhem (Southern Hospitality S4E13) with Jenna Klaus
Q: What happened with the TikTok account and why did you have to move to Instagram?
Jenna explains that TikTok flagged and then permanently banned a video, leading to an appeal process that felt bot-driven, while Instagram has been more forgiving and allows broader, less restricted posting, which helped rebuild engagement.
Is Vanderpump Rules the Best Show? with Tom Scharpling
Q: Did you have or do you have a favorite season or storyline?
Tom discusses favorite arcs and how the show's evolution, particularly seasons eight through twelve, shaped his ongoing interest and where he sees the cast heading, including the new mix of cast members.
Is Vanderpump Rules the Best Show? with Tom Scharpling
Q: What hooked you?
Tom explains his long history with The Best Show and how early roots in live radio and podcasting shaped his approach and why he was drawn into Vanderpump Rules discussions.
Giving Grace (Southern Hospitality S4E4) with Courtney Revolution
Q: Courtney, what do you think about the dynamics surrounding Emmy and the Brad-Lake triangle?
Courtney observes that Emmy's behavior reads as performative under pressure, while Brad and Lake's dynamics show a clash between loyalty and accountability; the broader takeaway is that the group is navigating a delicate balance between protecting friends and calling out problematic behavior.
Pride and Joy (Vanderpump Rules S12E12) with Natalie Maguire
Q: How does Natalie view the balance between her music career and reality TV appearances?
She views TV as a platform that can open doors for music, emphasizes learning from mentors, and expresses excitement about expanding into dance tracks, while staying true to her artistic voice.

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A humorous, analysis-driven take on reality TV culture, with a strong emphasis on Bravo-core shows and behind-the-scenes storytelling. Hosts balance recap, production insights, and fan engagement, often weaving in meta commentary about casting, editing, and online discourse while sprinkling in pop culture riffs. The pair frequently features guests from the reality-TV world, uses Patreon for bonus content, and keeps the banter energetic and playful, making it a good fit for listeners who want sharp takes, insider perspective, and entertainment value beyond episode recaps.

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Recent guests on Vanderpump Robs include:

1. Jenna Klaus
2. McCrae Olson
3. Sundi Rose
4. Josh the Rhony Stan
5. Mike Pesca
6. Courtney Revolution
7. Tom Scharpling
8. Madelyn Cunningham

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