Brian Moylan, Bravo expert and author of The Housewives: The Real Story Behind Real Housewives, talks about his experiences with housewives, ghost writing Erika Jayne's book, his new book, and hot takes on Bravolebs. He shares his real life encounters as a writer for Gawker and Vulture.
Brian Moylan is a well-known expert on The Real Housewives franchise, providing hilarious recaps and unique insights.
Moylan's book, 'The Housewives: The Real Story of the Real Housewives,' offers a deeper understanding of the franchise's history and production.
Moylan discusses the importance of diversity in Housewives casts while recognizing the challenge of maintaining entertaining dynamics.
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The Real Housewives of Orange County and Southern Charm discussed in Vulture recaps
Brian Moylan, a well-known expert on The Real Housewives franchise, has been providing hilarious Vulture recaps of The Real Housewives of Orange County and Southern Charm. He has been following these shows since their inception, and his witty and insightful commentary has made him a fan favorite. Moylan's recaps attract a wide audience and offer a unique perspective on the drama and dynamics within the shows.
Brian Moylan's love for the Housewives began with The Real Housewives of Orange County
Brian Moylan's fascination with the Housewives franchise started when he began watching The Real Housewives of Orange County. Being drawn to reality TV programming like Project Runway, he stumbled upon the show and soon became hooked. Since then, he has been a dedicated fan and has developed a deep knowledge of the franchise.
Brian Moylan's transition to recapping Housewives on Gawked
After being an avid viewer of The Real Housewives of Orange County, Brian Moylan began working at Gawked in 2009. There, he had the opportunity to fill in for Richard Lawson, who was writing housewife recaps at the time. When Lawson left in 2011, Moylan took over the recaps and covered the Housewives franchise as it expanded to new cities. His unique perspective and humorous writing style contributed to the popularity of his recaps.
Brian Moylan's expertise expands to writing Housewives books
Brian Moylan's expertise in Housewives extends beyond recaps. He has authored several books on the Housewives phenomenon, with a particular focus on the history, behind-the-scenes production, and cultural impact of the franchise. His most recent book, 'The Housewives: The Real Story of the Real Housewives,' delves into the inner workings of the shows, shedding light on casting, production, and the experiences of the Housewives themselves. Moylan's work continues to captivate Housewives fans and provide a deeper understanding of the franchise.
Brian Moylan discusses the evolution and challenges of reality TV
Brian Moylan reflects on the changing landscape of reality TV programming, particularly with regards to diversity and representation. He acknowledges the importance of diversifying the Housewives casts and exploring authentic storylines, but also raises the challenge of finding Housewives who organically fit into the existing dynamics of the shows. Moylan offers insights into the delicate balance between wanting to see growth and development in Housewives while still maintaining the essence of what makes the shows entertaining.
Bravo expert and author of the new book, The Housewives: The Real Story Behind Real Housewives, Brian Moylan joins us to talk about his experiences with housewives, ghost writing Erika Jayne's book, what to expect in his new book and hot takes on what Bravolebs he loves and who he won't miss! You will love listening to his real life encounters when he worked as a writer for Gawker and now with Vulture.