

Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker
Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker
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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May 30, 2021 • 1h 48min
Episode 144 - 'Two truths, a few lies, and a traveling fan' with Anne & Gina (Dames who Dish)
Anne and Gina from the podcast Dames who Dish join Mandy to chat this week in Bravo. They start off in Jersey, looking back on season 11 and talking through the wild ride that was the reunion. Then Anne, Gina, and Mandy head to Beverly Hills and share their thoughts on the new ladies Crystal and Kathy Hilton and contemplate how things will play out this season with Erika Jayne. Finally, they land in the Hamptons, where the ladies of RHONY continue their shenanigans and wonder - will Sonja ever move on from her divorce? How is it still about Tom? And does Leah even know what it means to be sex positive?
Check out the Dames who Dish podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dames-who-dish/id1451006833
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

May 23, 2021 • 1h 47min
Episode 143 - ‘Deep dives & Housewives run-ins’ with Sarah (@bravobravoduckingbravo)
Sarah, the person behind the instagram account @bravobravoduckingbravo, joins Mandy for this #RHOBH premiere week! Before diving into the premiere, Sarah shares the dark places she was lead when doing a deep dive into the Wescotts, as well as Kameron’s reaction to her investigative stories. Then Mandy and Sarah give their hot takes on the Beverly Hill’s premiere, recap this week’s RHONY, and share thoughts on the RHONJ reunion. Plus, an unexpected run-in with Margaret Josephs and Bershan Shaw!
Follow Sarah on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravobravoduckingbravo/
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

May 16, 2021 • 1h 44min
Episode 142 - ‘Two Reunions, a Finale, and a Trip to Burning Man’ with Taria Faison
For her birthday episode, Mandy is joined by the amazing Taria Faison of the What Else is Going On podcast. They travel across the country, first stopping in Atlanta to discuss the RHOA reunion, then touching down in Dallas to recap the RHOD reunion, and then heading over to the northeast to chat RHONY and the RHONJ finale. Plus, a fun story about Mandy’s dad trying to understand Burning Man.
Check out the What Else Is Going on Podcast What Else Is Going On? With Taria S. Faison on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com › podcast › what-else-is-goin...
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

May 9, 2021 • 2h 5min
Episode 141 - ’A NY premiere & a NJ book review’ with Tom Hamlett featuring Anthony Lario
This week Mandy is joined by two incredible (and hilarious!) guests - Tom Hamlett from the Dumpster Dive podcast and Anthony Lario. First Tom and Mandy breakdown the RHONY premiere including the amazing entrance of new Housewife Eboni, Leah’s conversation, and LuAnn’s lovable narcissism (14:30). Then, Anthony Lario and Mandy discuss Margaret Joseph’s book, “Caviar Dreams on a Tunafish Budget” (1:16:00) - which you should all read (it’s good!). Plus, hear Mandy’s thoughts on the Summer House reunion part 2.
Check out Tom on the Dumpster Dive podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254
Follow Anthony on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonylario/
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

May 2, 2021 • 1h 44min
Episode 140 - 'Old school values vs. modern mentality' with Larry (@bravobygays)
This week Mandy is joined by the nicest guy on instagram, Larry (@bravobygays) to chat all things Bravo. They recap the #RHOA reunion and touch briefly on the Dallas finale before diving into their favorite franchise on TV right now - Jersey. Larry and Mandy discuss the tension between old school values and modern relationships we see playing out this season - and why everyone needs to leave Dolores alone! Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on the Summer House reunion.
Follow Larry (@bravobygays) on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianagebbia/
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Apr 25, 2021 • 1h 43min
Episode 139 - 'Two finales, a Dallas flop, and a future Jersey star' with Diana Gebbia
Diana Gebbia, a voiceover artist and the brand new podcast host of Bravo Besties, joins Mandy to chat this week in Bravo. They reflect on this season of Summer House and RHOA as they come to a close, get excited about the upcoming season of Beverly Hills, and figure out how to fix the Real Housewives of Dallas. Plus, a recap of this week’s RHONJ and Mandy’s thoughts on Marge’s book!
Contribute to @ohnobravo & @thebravobreakdown’s fundraiser for The Loveland Foundation: https://www.instagram.com/p/CN7v8BQs75j/
Follow Diana on instagram and hear about her upcoming podcast “Bravo Besties”: https://www.instagram.com/dianagebbia/
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Apr 18, 2021 • 1h 45min
Episode 138 - 'A prophet, a psychic and a Sutton run-in' with Jacob Numar featuring Kati Riddle
Just as the RHOBH trailer dropped, Mandy’s friend Kati Riddle ran into diamond-holder Sutton Stracke in Augusta, GA. First, Kati joins to share her encounter with Sutton. Then, Jacob Numar of the podcast Odd Black Individual joins Mandy for a full breakdown of the RHOBH trailer and discussion of this week's RHOA and RHONJ as they discover they are the only two people who like Dolores’ boyfriend. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on RHOD and Summer House!
Check out “Odd Black Individual”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/odd-black-individual/id1540030127
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Apr 11, 2021 • 1h 51min
Episode 137 - 'Housewives nostalgia & stanning yourself' with Jeff Epstein
In this iconic episode of “Is This Real Life?” Mandy and Jeff Epstein (host of the podcast “Manic with Jeff Epstein”) take a ride down memory lane and talk about nostalgic Housewives moments. First, Mandy gives a run down of this week in Bravo and then Jeff joins for a fun chat (19:30). They discuss how RHOBH was their gateway to the Real Housewives, ponder which Housewives best describe their personality, and what makes for a good Housewife. Jeff and Mandy dive into how Housewives social media world can be toxic and the pitfalls of stan culture. Plus, a heartfelt and honest conversation about recovery, sobriety, and self-discovery. Enjoy!
Check out “Manic with Jeff Epstein”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manic-with-jeff-epstein/id1470137682
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Apr 4, 2021 • 2h 14min
Episode 136 - 'Shah-rested Development' with Jacques Peterson featuring Emily D. Baker
This week Mandy is joined by two incredible guests to break down this INSANE week in Bravo. First, attorney Emily D. Baker joins Mandy to explain the fraud scheme Jen Shah was indicted for and break down the charges (6:28). Then Jacques Peterson, host of the podcast “Unpopular with Jacques Peterson”, gives his unpopular Bravo opinions and shares his takes on this week’s episodes of RHOA, RHOD, RHONJ, and Summer House (49:34).
Check out “Unpopular with Jacques Peterson”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpopular-with-jacques-peterson/id1536243282
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

Mar 28, 2021 • 1h 40min
Episode 135 - 'A Canadian Kiki' with Simrin Purhar
Mandy is joined by pop culture writer Simrin Purahr from British Columbia to chat this week in Bravo! They discuss the RHONY trailer, Bethenny’s divorce/engagement, how Erika Jayne’s legal drama will play out on RHOBH, and of course this week’s RHOA and RHOD. Mandy shares her hot takes on RHONJ (Dolores is a goddess, Jackie continues to punch above her weight) and Summer House (Luke doesn’t deserve the wrath he’s getting).
Check out Simrin on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simrin.p/
Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/


