The Viall Files

E1036 - Caroline Stanbury, Sergio Carrallo and Chanel Ayan Talk Bravocon, RHOSLC, Mormon Wives & DWTS

Nov 20, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Chanel Ayan, a model and Bravo personality, shares her highlights from BravoCon, including her beauty brand, Ian Beauty, and her thoughts on Bravo's dramatic fallout. Caroline Stanbury, a reality TV stalwart from Ladies of London and Real Housewives of Dubai, opens up about her time on The Traitors and her aspirations for new franchise opportunities. Together, they dive into the chaotic world of reality TV, spats among cast members, and their insights into family life, parenting, and upcoming projects.
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INSIGHT

Audience Punishes Perceived Calculation

  • Fans sometimes punish sincere effort when timing or context makes someone seem calculated.
  • The hosts argued Whitney's DWTS exit showed viewers reject overt ambition when paired with reality-drama clips.
INSIGHT

Smear Campaigns Reframe Complaints

  • The Justin Baldoni/Blake Lively story shows how online smear campaigns can eclipse original workplace complaints.
  • Retaliation narratives can reshape public perception long after the initial incident.
ANECDOTE

On-Site DWTS Reporting

  • Leia and Susie attended Dancing With The Stars and captured backstage moments and interviews with finalists.
  • They described emotional performances and viral dance moves that spread on TikTok.
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