

The Ringer Reality TV Podcast
The Ringer
The Ringer Reality TV Podcast is the home for all things unscripted TV. Johnny Bananas recaps 'The Challenge,' Tyson Apostol recaps 'Survivor,' Rachel Lindsay recaps all the shows over at Bravo, and Ringer favorites cover all manner of streaming shows across the reality spectrum, from 'The Great British Bake Off' to 'The Circle' to 'Selling Sunset.'
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Dec 20, 2024 • 1h 38min
Karen Huger Found Guilty of DUI! Plus, ‘Southern Charm,’ ‘Beverly Hills,’ ‘Salt Lake City,’ and ‘New York.’
Rachel Lindsay and Chelsea Stark-Jones begin today’s episode by sharing their reactions to the shocking footage from Karen Huger’s DUI arrest (1:25), before breaking down Season 10, Episode 3 of ‘Southern Charm’ (18:20). Then Rachel and Chelsea discuss the drama of Kyle’s denim and diamonds party from Season 14, Episode 5 of ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ (38:50). Finally, Rachel is joined by Jodi Walker to chat about Bronwyn’s infidelity revelations on Season 5, Episode 14 of ‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ and the Puerto Rico girls trip on Season 15, Episode 12 of ‘The Real Housewives of New York’ (55:06).Host: Rachel LindsayGuests: Chelsea Stark-Jones and Jodi WalkerProducer: Devon BaroldiTheme: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 20, 2024 • 1h 27min
‘The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras’ Episode 17 With Tori | Death, Taxes, and Bananas
Join Tori Deal, a strategic powerhouse known for her strong alliances on The Challenge, as she delves into her competitive journey. She shares her tumultuous rivalries, especially her feud with Devin. Tori opens up about Josh's gameplay, her alliance with Jordan, and the emotional highs and lows of reality TV. The conversation also covers her stunning elimination against Cara Maria and the intense challenges in the Philippines, revealing the complexities of forming alliances while navigating friendships in the cutthroat world of reality competition.

Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 49min
‘Survivor’ Season 47 Finale, Part 2! | The Pod Has Spoken
The end is here, and Tyson is joined by Owen from Season 43 to recap the final episode of ‘Survivor 47’! They give their reactions to the fire-making challenge, the jury’s questions, the edit for each of the final four, and ultimately the winner of this season!Host: Tyson ApostolGuest: Owen KnightProducer: Ashleigh SmithTheme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 13, 2024 • 1h 4min
James Kennedy Arrested! Plus ‘Potomac,’ ‘Beverly Hills,’ and ‘Salt Lake City’
Rachel Lindsay and Callie Curry begin today’s ‘Morally Corrupt’ by sharing their reactions to the news of James Kennedy’s recent arrest for domestic violence, before discussing Season 9, Episode 10 of ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac’ (6:20). They then move on to break down Season 14, Episode 4 of ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ (21:33). Finally, Rachel is joined by Jodi Walker to chat about ‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Season 5, Episode 13 (36:14).Host: Rachel LindsayGuests: Callie Curry and Jodi WalkerProducer: Devon BaroldiTheme: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 13, 2024 • 1h 17min
‘The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras’ Episode 16 with Derek C. | Death, Taxes, and Bananas
Derek Chavez, known for his captivating social game and colorful alter egos from 'The Challenge,' joins the conversation. He shares insights on navigating alliances and the emotional rollercoaster of competition. The duo reflects on the delicate balance between strategy and friendship while diving into amusing anecdotes from past challenges. They discuss the impact of trust, deception, and the unpredictability of reality TV dynamics, all with Derek's signature humor and charm.

Dec 12, 2024 • 1h 40min
‘Survivor’ Season 47 Finale, Part 1! | The Pod Has Spoken
For the first part of the finale of ‘Survivor 47,’ Tyson is joined by Danny from Season 41! They chat about this episode’s two tribal councils, the strategies that made the final four both successful and unsuccessful, and predictions for Part 2 of the finale. Then, we ask a special question to last week’s boot; for this episode, it’s Caroline!Host: Tyson ApostolGuest: Danny McCrayProducer: Ashleigh SmithTheme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 6, 2024 • 1h 18min
‘Southern Charm’ Season 10 Premiere! Plus ‘Beverly Hills,’ ‘Salt Lake City,’ and ‘New York.'
Rachel Lindsay and Chelsea Stark-Jones are back to discuss their reactions to the very interesting ’Southern Charm’ Season 10 premiere (1:49), then discuss ‘Beverly Hills’ and all the drama that went down in Oceanside, California (18:39). Next Lindsay is joined by Jodi Walker to discuss the insane mayhem at Meredith’s adult bat mitzvah on ‘Salt Lake City’ (38:46), as well as a sobering few episodes on ‘New York’ (67:02)Host: Rachel LindsayGuests: Chelsea Stark-Jones and Jodi WalkerProducer: Jade WhaleyTheme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 5, 2024 • 1h 20min
‘The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras’ Episode 15 With Aviv | Death, Taxes, and Bananas
Aviv Melmed Bruno, a competitor known for her puzzle-solving skills, shares her journey returning to The Challenge after 18 years. She discusses the formation of an iconic alliance and her thoughts on the season's controversies. Aviv reveals the challenges of a terrifying daily task and reflects on her tough elimination against Jenny. With playful banter, she explores the dynamics of trust, loyalty, and the emotional rollercoaster of competition, highlighting both the humor and intensity among the contestants.

Dec 5, 2024 • 1h 28min
‘Survivor’ Season 47, Episode 12 | The Pod Has Spoken
Tyson is joined by Tiffany from ‘Survivor’ Season 41 to chat about the 12th episode of ‘Survivor 47’! They start the podcast by talking about the agents, the strategy, the victims, and the luck of “Operation: Italy.” They wrap up the show by talking about predictions as they get ready for the upcoming two-part season finale!Host: Tyson ApostolGuest: Tiffany SeelyProducer: Ashleigh SmithTheme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 3, 2024 • 39min
‘Jersey Shore’ Vs. the State of New Jersey
It’s been 15 years since the premiere of MTV’s ‘Jersey Shore.’ At the time, the show stirred up mixed feelings: it irritated locals, offended media members, and even bothered the state’s highest elected official. It was also a bona fide sensation. Even after everyone's anger and fake tans have faded away, there's still a lot to learn from the battle between ‘Jersey Shore’ and the State of New Jersey.In this narrative feature, Alan Siegel takes a closer look at a pop culture war that, in some ways, is still raging today. Featuring exclusive interviews with Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi and former New Jersey governor Chris Christie, Alan investigates what exactly ‘Jersey Shore’ taught us about representation in the media, regional identity, and what it means to be a “Guido.”Host: Alan SiegelProducers: Devon Baroldi and Vikram PatelSound Design: Devon BaroldiMixing and Mastering: Scott Somerville Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices