Inside The Housewives: The Real Story Behind The Real Housewives by Brian Moylan
Apr 23, 2022
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Brian Moylan, author of The Housewives: The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives, discusses his writing career, thoughts on Erika Jayne, Bravo's social responsibility, and True Crime. They also touch on Bravo's control over cast members and their excitement about attending Bravocon.
Brian Moylan started his career as a writer in journalism before transitioning to writing about reality TV shows like the housewives, showcasing his passion for the genre and his plans to continue writing.
Brian highlights the complexities of supporting reality TV stars like Erica Jayne, emphasizing the need to separate their on-screen characters from their real-life actions, while also discussing the evolving cultural landscape and its impact on fan perceptions.
Deep dives
Brian Wylin's Career Journey and Love for Housewives
Brian Wylin, a New York Times best-selling author and president of the Real Housewives Institute, shares his career journey and love for writing about the housewives. He started off as a writer in journalism, working for a gay newspaper in DC, before transitioning to writing about TV, specifically reality shows like the housewives. Through his work, he ended up at New York magazine, where he has been writing about the housewives for almost 10 years. Brian expresses his passion for the housewives and his plans to continue writing and possibly venture into fiction.
The Complexities of Supporting Reality TV Personalities
Brian discusses the complexities of supporting reality TV personalities like Erica Jayne from Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. He explains that while he writes recaps and makes jokes about them, he also tries to find the humanity behind their actions. He believes that it's important to separate the character they portray on the show from their real-life actions and decisions. Brian also highlights the changing cultural landscape and how it impacts the way fans perceive and engage with reality TV stars.
The Power Dynamics and Controversies within Bravo
Brian delves into the power dynamics and controversies within Bravo, particularly when it comes to casting decisions and the treatment of certain housewives. He references the special privileges given to some housewives, such as Heather Dubrow's return despite Tamra Judge's claim of not being supported in her CBD company due to legality issues. Brian also addresses Bravo's control over merchandising and interviews, noting that they often exert their influence to maintain control over the narrative and public image of their shows and stars.
Fans' Passion and Emotions Towards Housewives
Brian reflects on the passionate and sometimes polarizing reactions fans have towards different housewives. He notes that there are always people who love and hate each housewife, highlighting the diversity of opinions and the intense emotional connection fans feel towards these personalities. Brian emphasizes the importance of appreciating housewives for their entertainment value while also understanding that they are portraying characters on the show which may not necessarily reflect their true selves.
Almost 2 months ago I was sitting on the beach in Jamaica wondering what I was going to do for Season 2 of my podcast when I opened my copy of The Houeswives: The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives by Brian Moylan. Not too long later, I had the pleasure of interviewing Brian and getting more insight to all the questions that came up while I was reading his book.
How did you start your writing career?
Do you have non-Housewives projects going on?
What are you looking forward to in the future for your career?
What are your current thoughts on Erika Jayne?
Thoughts on Summer House and Below Deck?
Does Bravo have a social responsibility?
Are you going to the next Bravocon?
Have you talked to Dave Quinn since the release of his book?
Are you into True Crime? Did you watch Inventing Anna?
Would you ever do scripted television?
Come find out all the answers to these questions and more!
The Housewives: The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives on paperback in May!
Published episodes:
Jason Cameron from Winter House (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bravo-blaze-with-jenny-blaze/id1605180839?i=1000551036777)
Brian Redmond from Kandi & the Gang (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/special-guest-brian-redmond-from-kandi-the-gang/id1605180839?i=1000555400660)
Andrea Denver from Summer House & Winter House (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/special-guest-andrea-denver-from-summer-house-winter-house/id1605180839?i=1000554791632)
Upcoming episodes:
Dom'Unique, cast member of Kandi & the Gang
John Barlow, Vide Tequila and the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City
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