
What happens when the cameras stop rolling for Brittany Cartwright on The Valley? TRUE Reality hits! Brittany takes you inside her crazy life as she explores motherhood, friendship, relationships, dating, and reality TV. Nothing is off-limits in this candid look at her real life with tons of fun, lots of laughs, honest opinions, and plenty of special guests!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 186 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmSociety & Culture | |||

This week, Brittany is joined by licensed clinical psychotherapist, author, and survivor Vanessa Reiser for an essential conversation on narcissistic abuse, trauma bonding, and coercive control. Even with a clinical background, Vanessa found herself ... more
This week on When Reality Hits, Brittany Cartwright sits down with Bravo star Mercedes "MJ" Javid (Shahs of Sunset, The Valley: Persian Style) for an unfiltered, hilarious conversation about life on and off camera. MJ gets candid about her reality TV... more
This week, Brittany sits down with her adorable niece Presley for a conversation filled with family adventures and real-life mishaps. From magical moments at Disneyland and the zoo to the chaos of viral snake escapes and unexpected home repairs. Plus... more
Brittany sits down with Dominique Garrett, founder of Bitter Baby Daddy Club, to talk about leaving an unhealthy relationship, navigating single motherhood and co-parenting, setting boundaries, and finding happiness after heartbreak. Dominique also s... more
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I have been a huge fan of Brittany since day 1. But looking forward to a podcast every Friday and getting “rewinds” is frustrating. As a mama of an autistic toddler, I thought I’d hear more about her journey. I realize she’s a busy mama and I’m proud of her but I think to be successful as a podcast host, more needs to be done. And also, whoever is editing these podcasts… Kailyn Lowry is from 16&pregnant/Teen mom… not super sweet 16. Omg and now Kristen calling “Parvati” … “Poverty” that is so em... more
She has the most limited vocabulary of any adult I’ve ever heard on a podcast, proving that you could be a complete moron and get a platform handed to you, in spite of the fact that she has a work ethic that rivals her intellect. She officially lost me when she made outright lies about her son being enrolled in school when clearly she did not enroll him anywhere. No need to lie, but then again she has done just that from the beginning when she claimed she never even watched VPR (please spare us)... more
The podcast is much better without Jax. Brittany needs to be more natural. Stop reading your questions, it seems so unprofessional. I like podcasts that are more like talking with a friend this is not there yet.
I heard Brit was hosting solo, so I gave this another shot. It’s even worse than I remembered! I was hoping for some growth, some insight, and a reprieve from the giggling. But the maturity level, the superficial topics, & the hyucking have all gotten worse. HOW is this still on the air??? Nothing but empty headed foolishness!
Needs new concept and or guests. The host repeats same catch phrases and personal info each episode so it feels like running head into wall. The host interrupts guests and makes it about her, which isn’t fun listening to. The host feels inauthentic.
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The show leans into candid, personal storytelling around motherhood, relationships, and the realities of life in the spotlight, with a steady mix of behind-the-scenes reality TV anecdotes, life updates, and practical dating/parenting insights. Guests typically bring firsthand experience from reality TV, entertainment, or design, often sharing resilience, growth, and how public scrutiny intersects with private life. A standout thread is authentic vulnerability balanced with lighthearted banter and sponsor-friendly lifestyle content, making it approachable for fans of pop culture, family life, and celebrity-curated experiences. Potential listeners may find the mix of heartfelt moments, imperfect progress, and relatable humor compelling, espec... more
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Recent guests on When Reality Hits include:
1. Mercedes Javid
2. Presley Cartwright
3. Dominique Garrett
4. Janet Caperna
5. Kristen Doute
6. Serena Kerrigan
7. Zack Wickham
8. Jasmine Goode
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