The podcast discusses the current state of The Real Housewives franchise, including the alleged scripting of unscripted TV and the need for authenticity. They analyze the performances of cast members in recent reunion episodes and speculate on who will return for the next season. The speaker shares their thoughts on the identity and reboot of The Real Housewives of New York City. They also explore the impact of a second season on reality shows and express admiration for new cast member Jen.
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Quick takeaways
The host expresses his desire for Drew Sedora to be more authentic and open on The Real Housewives of Atlanta in order to truly connect with the audience and allow them to get to know her.
The host suggests that The Real Housewives of New York City reboot needs a standout replacement for Jen Shah who can bring authenticity and genuine friendships to the show, and criticizes Jenna Lyons for seeming disinterested and not being genuine about her intentions on the show.
Deep dives
Drew Sedora's Identity on RHOA
The podcast episode delves into the mystery surrounding Drew Sedora's identity on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. The host expresses his confusion about not knowing who Drew really is after watching the reunion. Despite liking Drew and wanting to get to know her, the host feels that she hasn't been authentic or open on the show. He also discusses his desire to have Drew on his podcast so he can get the real side of her and allow the audience to truly connect with her.
Jenna Lyons on The Real Housewives of New York City
The podcast episode critiques Jenna Lyons' appearance on The Real Housewives of New York City reboot. The host argues that Jenna seems disinterested and only on the show because she was begged to do it. He calls for Jenna to be more authentic about her intentions and not try to hide her true feelings. The host believes that the lack of genuine friendships among the cast is hindering the show and feels that the reboot needs a standout replacement for Jen Shah to truly capture viewers' interest.
State of The Real Housewives Franchise
The podcast episode reflects on the current state of The Real Housewives franchise. The host questions whether the shows are becoming too focused on product promotion rather than genuine personal stories. He suggests that the casting process may be to blame, with some women joining the show simply to showcase their wealth or prove something to others. The host also mentions how established housewives may become checked out and less invested in sharing their real lives. However, he highlights the success of The Real Housewives of Orange County's latest season, which was elevated by the return of Tamra Judge, and proposes that other cities could benefit from a similar influencer-type figure who can stir up drama and bring authenticity back to the shows.
Revitalizing the Franchise
The podcast episode asks listeners for their opinion on which city in The Real Housewives franchise needs a Tamra Judge-like figure to revitalize and elevate the show. This call to action prompts the audience to engage with the topic and share their thoughts on who they believe could bring a fresh and engaging energy to a particular city's cast.
The Real Housewives has given us reads, reality, and laugh-out-loud moments for the better part of a decade, but is the franchise in a state of emergency? This week, Carlos dissects what happens when unscripted TV begins to feel scripted and what it will take to get things back on track.