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The Santa Barbara trip picks up the morning after their explosive healing circle with Jesse again dedicating his day to drinking, apparently leaning in to his "let the games begin" mentality. The omen of a broken party bus won't deter the group from making it to a wine tasting where Jesse asks Michelle to talk - but offers no apology for the billionaire rumor. As things erupt between them, Michelle spills grievances and accusations about their finances, along with shared issues of distrust and suspicion. Nia and Danny have to weather a storm of criticism for downplaying his drinking to keep up a perfect image. BONUS: Recap of the Aftershow
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The trip to Santa Barbara kicks off with tension between Michelle and Jesse but hopes for Brittany to have a fun and peaceful time while Jax is away - hopes that are dashed as he begins rage texting while they're en route. Kristen and Luke organize a racecar outing and a healing circle as the trip's host, Jesse, begins drinking and focuses on either complaining about Michelle or putting in effort to irritate her. Jason's disappointing behavior when Jesse talks down to Janet means Luke now stands alone as the only man to not engage in scandal or choose bros over his partner. Zach and Janet finally make peace, despite the viewers learning that something awful was said off-camera about Janet when Zach was "blackout" drunk...and Brittany shared that with Janet. BONUS: recapping The Aftershow
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Yet another chaotic week as the leader of the country feigned ignorance about his sworn commitment to upholding the Constitution, all former National Weather Service Directors penned an open letter about the dangers of cutting staff and resources, and small business owners continue to lament the devastating impact of tariffs. Multiple Bravoleb connections bubble up alongside updates about law firm and university ultimatums, crypto nonsense, nepotism's aftermath, and a visit from Canada's new Prime Minister. BONUS: the origin story of Mother's Day
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Random Bravo news before a brief, spoiler filled recap of the first four episodes of HBO's The Last of Us, Season 2 and a discussion with fellow Joel Miller enthusiast, Sarah Galli of Andy's Girls. We analyze the show, focusing on choices made for episode 2, and debating frustrating character choices and perceived plot holes. Despite losing its beloved Zaddy lead, the season's new direction and casting are keeping us hanging on.
Recap of Season 2, episodes 1-4 until Sarah Galli chat begins at 20min mark.
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After spotting Tik Tok creator, "Current Fixation" Substack writer, and bestie, Lauren Skae, in the Dave & Busters episode, I knew I had to get her perspective on what it's like to witness peak reality tv in progress. She brings us into her experience as a friend attending Janet's birthday party, what it's like to see yourself on Bravo, as well as her opinions on the show and cast members she's interacted with. We delve into why she's Team Janet, our agreement that Jesse has a billionaire fetish, acknowledging that just about everything and everyone is an ad now, and how we can put regulations on podcast equipment for men. BONUS: a mini dive into NYC hotel heiress Leona Helmsley
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Part Two of a thorough review of Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams picks up with Chapters 12-18. As the author begins to experience life working for Facebook as a new mother, the reality of how that milestone is viewed by her colleagues becomes apparent. More equally chilling and amusing insights about Sheryl and Mark are shared, including her experiences being included in Mark's luxurious travel, his private jet preferences, and the work, or lack thereof, that went into courting various governments. Awkward executive level dynamics and personalities continue to be revealed via Sarah's outsider's perspective as we witness her slowly becoming more jaded with each passing chapter. BONUS: a rant on Andrew Jackson
Books/biographies about Andrew Jackson:
Life of Andrew Jackson by James Parton
The Passions of Andrew Jackson by Andrew Burstein
American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House by Jon Meacham
Fathers & Children: Andrew Jackson and the Subjugation of the American Indian by Michael Paul Rogin
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As the group enjoys their first episode without Jax by preparing to celebrating Janet's birthday, Kristen and Nia have a girls trip to a fertility acupuncturist, and Danny drops a bombshell on Luke during their bros babysitting date - one Luke feels compelled to share. Jesse continues to court Kristen by inviting her and Luke over for a tea party where he expresses frustrations about Michelle. Then, drama kicks off at Dave & Busters with the impact of what Danny told Luke finding its way back to the group. BONUS: a recap of the Aftershow at the 1hr mark
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Another rundown of the most horrifying news of the week, with a comedic take. George Santos' sentencing, more unjust deportations - this time of several U.S. Citizen children, cutting funding for 360 federal grants, arresting Judges, White House lawn signs, Karoline Leavitt's debts from illegal campaign donations in 2022, bad news for Elon and Zuck, and two shocking interviews with the President.
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A conversation with friend of the pod, and longtime Kyle supporter, Sarah Galli about season highlights, lowlights, and where the show goes from here. From guarded storylines, hypersensitive topics, and untouchable dramas, the reality of this reality show is that it's been lacking for a few seasons. We discuss all the ways The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills devolved into a surface level farce where viewers are expected to be thankful for crumbs.
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Jax's recent display of irrational anger and violence comes to a head in this episode when his friends and family encourage him to admit himself into a facility. As he's packing to leave, we witness another volatile argument with Brittany when she confronts him about breaking their rule not to have women stay over at their family home. That argument culminates in Brittany calling Jax out for substance abuse and leaving him speechless when she asks if he could pass a drug test. Meanwhile, Jesse and Michelle have a confrontation that ends with her bursting his shiny, new, love bubble. Zach's boyfriend Benji agrees to move in with him for the summer, Kristin tries to get through to Jax about the severity of his situation, and Janet laments her attempt to rebuild a friendship with Kristin. BONUS: recapping highlights from the AfterShow
SAMHSA -Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/locators
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This week brought more headaches for former Fox (Entertainment) "News" host turned Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. Amidst whispers of chaos at the Pentagon, Pete ranted about the media on the White House lawn as attendees enjoyed a holiday dedicated to a risen savior by rolling expensive eggs and learning about corporate sponsorships. As more Federal agencies and jobs are dismantled, a whistleblower submitted a report on DOGE's concerning activity to remove sensitive data. Meanwhile, Harvard became the first major university to refuse to comply with administration demands, setting off a chaotic but amusing game of chicken. Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland made good on his promise to go to El Salvador and try to get Kilmar Abrego Garcia out of CECOT, speaking with him under supervision and with shameless efforts to sway the optics of their meeting. The judicial branch is still fighting back, with one judge moving forward to hold the administration in contempt for violating his order, and with the Supreme Court at a crossroads in the hell of their own making. Through it all, RFK Jr. continues to remind people why no one should listen to him - ever. Also, a bunch of women in skin tight bodysuits and glam went high up in the air in a rocket shaped like a penis and got upset when no one thought it was cool.
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The Season 2 premier starts with an alarming update as viewers are brought into the aftermath of an alarming fight between Jax and Britney, one bad enough to result in everyone encouraging him to seek professional help. Then, we flashback to a week prior and see Britney's efforts to find her own place within the friend group, and the world, independent of Jax. Jesse and Michelle navigate contentious divorce proceedings and co-parenting drama as they both establish new relationships. Kristin and Luke are still focused on starting a family - and standing by Kristin's comments revealing Janet's rumored conversations about Michelle from last season. Now that Janet has had her baby, she wants to mend the issues with Kristin, but still has it out for Zach. Nia and Danny continue to debate where to move and when to have another child, Jasmine and Melissa are getting more serious, and through it all, we're reminded of what it looks like when people actually "mention it all" on a show.
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The last segment of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Reunion is a meeting that could have been an email. Beyond seeing Garcelle pushed to her limits, the conversations ruminate on mostly tired topics, save for new crumbs of information from Kyle about Mo - per her tried and true formula to dangle the possibility of progress at the very end of a stalemate storyline. Dorit finds joy in exhaustively berating Sutton as Boz chimes in to support her new bestie's endeavors, Erika publicly states that Tom Girardi is incompetent, Sutton can't break free from the trap of seeking clique-acceptance, and the additions of Kathy/Jennifer Tilly continue to provide much needed comedic relief. Despite Garcelle starting the reunion hoping for a cast photo, when the moment comes AFTER the reunion has completed, she opts out and leaves, and no one follows to check on her - until it's too late.
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The summary of yet another chaotic week kicks off by acknowledging the testimonies of Liz Oyer and Rachel Cohen, both of whom have been mentioned previously for standing up to pressures from the administration in their own ways. From there, we cover the impact of losing CDC and DOJ personnel, Project 2025's warped progress, how more "loyalists" are showing their fealty, the SAVE Act's pink poll tax, and blowback from placing steep tariffs on China. However, most news pales in comparison to the significance of Kilmar Abrego Garcia still not being returned from a maximum security prison for terrorists in El Salvador after being mistakenly sent there - and the added enthusiasm that U.S. citizens deemed "monsters" could be next.
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This pod is an outlet to vent after watching Real Housewives of Atlanta where Brit seemingly faced no network consequences for trying to intimidate and/or threaten a cast member by talking about having a weapon - and then watching a ridiculous ending to a slow paced, multi-season Yellowstone prequel. Kenya absolutely went too far, however it was odd to not see swift action to check a cast member for bringing up weapons at all, and that Kenya's prepared remarks and displays were a complete surprise to producers. Then, I loosely summarize the plot of Yellowstone 1923, a show whose last bundle of episodes were riddled with extreme violence towards its women characters. My rant on the show focuses on writer/creator Taylor Sheridan's choice to continue that trend and end the series with a grand display of senseless loss felt less like an attempt to relay life's harsh realities and more like emphatic overkill.
Yellowstone 1923 rant starts at 28:46 and is FULL OF SPOILERS
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The whistleblowing book written by former Facebook executive Sarah Wynn-Williams is as explosive and shocking as expected, maybe more so. The author reveals personal stories that shaped her world-view and explains her conviction and hope to use her life to affect positive change. That same hope led her to pursue a career at a social technology company she seemingly envisioned as a champion for humanity. From there, she takes us with her into executive level meetings, haphazard trips abroad, and interactions with various staff that each provide startling enlightenment into the inner workings of a company with access to sensitive information about people around the globe. Due to revelations within this book, U.S. Senators are currently looking into Facebook's alleged collusion with foreign governments. Regardless of its entertainment value, Sarah may have accomplished her goal of affecting positive change. BONUS: a side quest refresher of the promising middle-aged man, Brett Kavanaugh
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Sutton and Kyle are the main focuses of Part 2 as Dorit laments how each offended her, or let her down, throughout the season, as Erika and/or Boz nod approvingly throughout. After a lengthy and exhaustive back and forth, Kyle finally apologizes for her combative stance about texting PK with a pledge of loyalty. Sutton gets chided by everyone for daring to flex her wealth in the "wallet" comment heard 'round the caviar tasting. Dorit unleashes a self-righteous tirade on Sutton, doling out smugly stated life lessons between low blows. Kathy and Jennifer Tilly join the group and continue to bring a much needed dose of comedy and positivity into an otherwise bleak environment. Andy gets honorable mention for stepping up to call out a few illogical statements, and for pointing out a few obvious arguments against Kyle getting upset with anyone mentioning MORGAN WADE a.k.a. those we now don't speak of.
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From the nationwide Hands Off Protest, where over 5 million people made their voices heard, to a whiney billionaire realizing the limits of his wealth and influence, and a record-breaking speech before the Senate, this past chaotic week had a silver lining. With a new/old tariff policy in effect, the country is re-learning why taxing our allies and largest import partners alike isn't great for the economy, no matter what an invisible man thinks. Meanwhile, we continue to see libraries, museums, art, government websites, education departments, and public broadcast channels targeted for censorship and revisionist history as U.S. residency and citizenship are marketed Willy Wonka style via a golden ticket. HHS firings, illegal deportations, retaliatory acts, and making sure Mel Gibson is armed are some of the current priorities for a warped administration.
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The lovely and talented Kiki Monique, a.k.a. @thetalkofshame, joins this pod to discuss Beverly Hills Reunion Part 1 and this week's shocking Atlanta episode that revealed Kenya's motivation to check new cast member, Brit, in a way that led to Kenya being removed from the show. After reviewing an angry, late-night DM incident from Dorit's estranged husband to our fellow creator Emily Hanks, we delve into how misplaced newbie ambitions derailed what was meant to be a top-tier Atlanta cast. Then, we get into the "ordacity" of Erika Girardi coming for Garcelle, Kyle's off-camera life, and the psychology of Sutton. BONUS: Explaining the real story behind Erika being featured on a Brooke Candy song used in the film, Anora, and how that sad tale is one the Bravosphere has seen before.
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If Part one is any indication, this reunion bundle is going to be painful to watch. The separate factions mentality of the group continues to outshine any other dynamic. The majority take issue with Sutton and Garcelle throughout, labelling them as "mean girls" while lamenting their reign of terror - despite it being a connection forged from being pushed to the outskirts of the group across past seasons. Garcelle is singled out by almost everyone, for any perceived slight or insult, most of which resulted from her bravery in asking real questions on a show where much of the cast would prefer to ignore their issues. After learning that Dorit only came back because Lisa Rinna convinced her, I'm even more sure that the old cliques have to be broken apart in order for BH to regain its status as an exciting franchise.
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