

77. Spilling The Real Housewives Tea & Thriving As A Mom Of 4 In NYC with Erin Lichy
Sep 2, 2025
Erin Lichy, a star from Bravo’s Real Housewives of New York, is a real estate broker and mom of four thriving in NYC. In this conversation, she shares her journey from apartment flipping to launching a mezcal brand and her approach to motherhood amidst reality TV fame. Erin opens up about the pressures of online scrutiny and the importance of authenticity. She offers insights into her strong marriage, postpartum wellness after her fourth child, and teases her upcoming Mediterranean cookbook, encouraging a fun and relaxed approach to entertaining.
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Street-Level Fame Moments
- Erin describes sweet street recognition where fans ordered shakshuka because of her TV appearance.
- She says reality fame brings both hate and a loyal community who become "your people."
Reality TV Is A Mirror
- Erin says producers can't put words in your mouth but can reframe context by selective clipping.
- She treats reality TV as a mirror and watches episodes to learn about herself rather than avoid critique.
A Turning Point In College
- Erin recounts a dog attack in college that shifted her focus back to academics and spirituality.
- That trauma pushed her to excel and ultimately launch a real estate career selling new developments at 23.