Lauren Zalaznick, a Peabody-winning former Executive VP of NBCUniversal, shares her firsthand insights on the birth of the Real Housewives franchise. She dives into the controversial relationship between Vicki and her enigmatic boyfriend Brooks, dissecting the red flags. The chaotic ferry trip to Catalina reveals hilarious antics among the cast. Discussions also cover the evolution of reality TV and its authenticity, alongside a peek into Lauren's new book and her newsletter, celebrating women's voices in today's media landscape.