Is This Real Life? With Mandy Slutsker

This week Mandy is joined by podcasting queen and interviewer extraordinaire Kate Casey, the host of Reality Life with Kate Casey. Mandy and Kate explore the complicated dynamics at play within the Real Housewives universe and how fame affects the women who participate, while touching on this week’s RHOSLC premiere and RHOBH. Listen to Reality Life with Kate Casey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reality-life-with-kate-casey/id1154758766 Follow Kate’s substack “What to Watch With Kate Casey”: https://katecasey.substack.com Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by a serious fashionista, Philip Mak, the global head of content and editorial at Stella McCartney. Philip gives his hot takes on all things Housewives fashion before diving into this week’s RHOA reunion and the failed conga line that broke Kathy Hilton. Follow Philip on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philipmmak/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Jessica Leeser, who formerly worked at Bravo and NBC Universal doing audience research. Jessica shares some insight about ratings, advertising, and decision making at Bravo/NBCU before Mandy and Jessica dive into this week’s RHOBH. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on the RHOA reunion and Southern Charm. Follow Jessica on twitter: https://twitter.com/Jeeser Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by podcaster and dear friend Taria Faison to recap this week in Bravo. Mandy and Taria talk through all the shocking parts of the RHOA finale, the RHODubai reunion, and this week’s explosive RHOBH. Taria shares her thoughts on what’s behind the potentially planned take down of Kathy Hilton. Plus, Mandy shares her thoughts on the RHOP trailer and this week’s Southern Charm. Listen to the What Else Is Going On Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-else-is-going-on-with-taria-s-faison/id1523174914  Follow Taria on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weigopodcast/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by podcaster Zach Mellen, a very brave man, who makes the case for why Diana Jenkins is a lunatic villain who deserves to be a full-time housewife. Before they dive into this week’s RHOBH, they dissect the RHOSLC season 3 trailer and share their thoughts on the RHODubai reunion. Plus, Mandy shares her opinions on this week’s RHOA and Southern Charm. For all things Zach Mellen: https://linktr.ee/zachmellen Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by Alyssa Mass, a licensed marital and family therapist who has experience working with clients to overcome eating disorders. We dive into the uncomfortable conversations on RHOBH regarding Crystal’s eating disorder, the women’s reactions, and learn more about the spectrum of disordered eating and how to support people who are struggling. Learn more about Alyssa Mass: https://www.alyssamassmft.com Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ For support, visit www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

This week Mandy is joined by the hilarious comedian Dan James (who also has a PhD, unlike Sara Al Madani lol) to discuss this week’s Beverly Hills and Atlanta. They go deep into the tension between Sutton, Garcelle, and the rest of the cast and Dan shares his theory on the unspoken contract of Beverly Hills. Dan also discusses what makes Kenya a lovable villain and where Marlo falls short. Plus, Mandy’s thoughts on Southern Charm and the Real Housewives of Dubai. Follow Dan James on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danjamescomedy/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ Learn what UNFPA and UNICEF are doing to eliminate female genital mutilation: https://www.unfpa.org/female-genital-mutilation

This week Mandy shares her thoughts on all things Bravo from COVID isolation. She discusses Teresa’s wedding before jumping into this week’s Atlanta, Beverly Hills, and Dubai. Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

This week Mandy is joined by iconik Bravo fan from down under Nik Lee (@rhoutofcontext). They express shock but excitement at the Taylor Armstrong news that hit RHOC before diving into this week’s Dubai, Atlanta, and Beverly Hills. Follow Nik on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhoutofcontext/ Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/ Check out Nik’s ‘iconik’ merch: https://iconik.shop

This week Mandy has Bravo fan Justin Sanford (@WarthogBarbie) on the podcast, who has some hilarious and fun takes on all things Housewives. Mandy and Justin chat about this week’s RHOA, RHOBH, and RHODubai and discuss everything from Drew’s lap dog reference that fell flat to why we never hear about Lisa Rinna’s kids anymore. Follow Justin on twitter: https://twitter.com/WarthogBarbie Follow Mandy on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/