Brian Moylan and The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives
May 31, 2021
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Guest Brian Moylan reveals the truth behind the Real Housewives franchise, including behind-the-scenes workings. It explores the challenges faced by the author in writing a book about it. The chapter delves into the secretive nature of Bravo and the Real Housewives franchise, discussing extensive notes given for the shows and the challenges of producing reality television. It highlights instances of lack of dedication and recent firings. This chapter explores how Bravo tries to maintain drama while not making cast members look too bad. It also discusses the questionable actions and alleged fake storylines of Melissa Gorga on The Real Housewives, as well as notable one-hit wonders and infamous dinner party.
Excessive focus on glam and filler content in Housewives shows distracts from the real stories and personal lives of the Housewives.
Co-worker relationships on Housewives shows often contribute to conflicts and arguments, with cast members vying for control over the narrative.
Respecting the boundaries of Housewives regarding personal information is crucial, acknowledging that certain aspects should remain off-limits.
Deep dives
The rise of glam and filler content in Housewives shows
One of the main points discussed in the podcast episode is the rise of glam and filler content in Housewives shows. The hosts express their frustration with the excessive focus on glam squads and fashion shows, seeing it as filler content that distracts from the real stories and personal lives of the Housewives. They remark on how this trend has become more prevalent in recent seasons, with more cast members adopting glam squads, and they express their disinterest in these scenes, finding them uninteresting and unnecessary.
The dynamics of co-worker relationships on Housewives
The podcast episode delves into the dynamics of co-worker relationships on Housewives shows. They explore the blurred lines between the personal and professional lives of the Housewives and discuss how many of the conflicts and arguments portrayed on the show are actually rooted in the dynamics of working together. They suggest that many of the fights are about the show itself, with cast members trying to assert their own positions and control over the narrative, and they analyze how these dynamics play out among the cast members.
The delicate balance of privacy and openness on Housewives
The episode touches on the delicate balance between privacy and openness when it comes to sharing personal aspects of the Housewives' lives on the show. The hosts discuss how cast members have the agency to decide what they want to share and what they want to keep private, acknowledging that certain personal matters should be allowed to remain off-limits. They mention examples such as Denise Richards and the affair rumors, highlighting the importance of respecting a Housewife's boundaries when it comes to sharing personal information.
The influence of production in shaping Housewives narratives
The podcast episode delves into the influence of production in shaping the narratives of Housewives shows. They discuss how the show's producers have the power to shape storylines and manipulate the Housewives' experiences to create drama and compelling television. They mention how the producers can influence cast dynamics, control the flow of information, and even give feedback to the Housewives through notes that can impact the direction of the show and the relationships among the cast members.
Different perspectives and biases in Housewives commentary
The hosts touch on the different perspectives and biases that can arise in Housewives commentary, particularly when the commentators have personal relationships with the Housewives. They discuss the potential for bias when commenting on cast members they know personally, acknowledging that their opinions and interpretations may be influenced by their personal connections. They emphasize the need for transparency and self-awareness in acknowledging these biases while also maintaining objectivity in their commentary.
*Also avail as video on Crappens On Demand http://bit.ly/crappensvideo* Author and Real Housewives Historian Dame Brian Moylan joins us for a chat about his new book The Housewives: The Real Story Behind The Real Housewives. Find it and all of our premium bonus episodes at https://patreon.com/watchwhatcrappens