The Ringer Reality TV Podcast

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May 30, 2025 • 1h 25min

The ‘Survivor’ Season 50 Cast Announcement! | The Pod Has Spoken

The returnees have been announced! Tyson and Riley are back for the last episode of the season with the Queen of Podcasting, Mallory Rubin, to talk about the cast announcement for ‘Survivor’ Season 50. They go through each returning player, pick their favorites, and give their predictions before going over other past players they would’ve liked to come back. Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Mallory Rubin Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Sources for pictures: CBS Monty Brinton  Robert Voets Timothy Kuratek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 23, 2025 • 35min

‘The Valley’ and ‘Summer House’ Recaps!

Today, Rachel is joined by Jodi to give you all of your Bravo recaps! They start out by discussing the newest episode of ‘The Valley,’ “Behind Closed Pantry Doors.” They talk about Jesse’s concerning therapy experience and Brittany’s backstory and beautiful way of looking at the world. After, they move on to the season finale of ‘Summer House’ and discuss Lindsay’s future on the show after Danielle came on and told her she did not belong there (17:53). They once again break down the Jesse and Lexi drama and look forward to Ciara’s response to Lexi at the reunion. Host: Rachel Lindsay Guest: Jodi Walker Producer: Olivia Crerie Production Supervision: Devon Baroldi Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 23, 2025 • 1h 9min

‘Survivor’ Season 48 Wrap-Up With Sam! | The Pod Has Spoken

Time to wrap it up! Tyson and Riley are back and joined by Sam from ‘Survivor 47’! They talk about the overall impressions of Season 48, the season’s possible legacy, players who didn’t get enough love, and the pros and cons of the live show. Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Sam Phalen Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 22, 2025 • 1h 42min

‘Survivor’ Season 48 Finale! | The Pod Has Spoken

The end is here! Tyson and Riley are back and joined by Tyson’s old friend Erin from 'Survivor: Tocantins' to recap the finale of ’Survivor 48’! They talk about the challenges that haunt them the most, final moves from the contestants, and their thoughts on the final tribal. Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Erin Moss Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 20, 2025 • 36min

Best Drink Throws on Bravo | Plus, TV Upfronts and ‘Summer House’ Reunion Looks!

Rachel and Chelsea are back to bring you all of your Bravo news! First, they explain what TV upfronts are and what we can predict to return to Bravo (02:12). They choose who they think will stay on the 'RHONY' cast before sharing some quick headlines of the week (09:41). They get excited for the return of 'RHSLC' after the cast was seen filming in Greece, Angie’s home country (16:49). They review the ‘Summer House’ reunion looks (19:02), and finally, share their favorite drink throws on Bravo in honor of Michelle’s drink throw on ‘The Valley’ (25:58). Hosts: Rachel Lindsay and Chelsea Stark-Jones Producer: Olivia Crerie Production Supervision: Belle Roman Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 16, 2025 • 48min

Normalize Freedom Dinners?? ‘Summer House,’ ‘The Valley,’ and ‘RHOA’ Recaps!

Today, Rachel kicks off the show by wishing Jodi Walker a happy birthday and recapping their favorite Bravo shows! First, Jodi and Rachel discuss Lindsay’s "Freedom Dinner" on ‘Summer House,’ where she celebrates breaking off her engagement. They continue on to talk about Jesse and Lexi’s messy relationship and whether Lexi will be on the show next year. Afterward, they dive into ‘The Valley’ and break down their final day in Santa Barbara (15:14). They then comment on Michelle and Jesse’s multiple fights before Rachel is joined by Chelsea to catch up on ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ (25:00). They discuss the difficulties in maintaining a relationship on reality TV—romantic or platonic—as Shamea and Porsha encounter problems in their friendship. Finally, they discuss Angela’s shabby looking property and admire Porsha’s chic photoshoot for Pampered by Porsha. Host: Rachel Lindsay Guests: Jodi Walker and Chelsea Stark-Jones Producer: Olivia Crerie Production Supervision: Devon Baroldi Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 16, 2025 • 45min

The ‘Survivor 50’ Fan Vote With Brandon! | The Pod Has Spoken

It’s time for a big move! Or is it? Tyson and Riley are back with another special episode this season to talk about the last fan power vote for ‘Survivor 50’ with Brandon from ‘Survivor 45’! They discuss idols, whether the fans want them, how they may affect the season, and predictions for the amount of idols on ’Season 50.’ Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Brandon Donlon Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 15, 2025 • 1h 42min

‘Survivor’ Season 48, Episode 12 | The Pod Has Spoken

The end is near! Tyson and Riley are back and joined by “The Wizard” Stephen Fishbach from Survivor: Tocantins and Survivor: Cambodia to recap Episode 12 of ‘Survivor 48’! They give their predictions for the upcoming finale including their next pick, the different possibilities for final four, and who they believe will win ‘Survivor 48.’ Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Stephen Fishbach Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 13, 2025 • 34min

New Bravo Shows?! Plus, 'RHONY' News, Dorit’s Divorce, and Bravo’s Best Spiritual Moments

Today, Chelsea is joined by Callie to give you all of your Bravo news! First, they announce the new shows Bravo plans to launch, from ‘Real Housewives of Rhode Island’ to a ‘Ladies of London’ reboot (02:16). They discuss which they are most looking forward to before talking about the shows that have gotten renewed for another season (09:43). They break down why 'RHONY' did not get renewed and what the future of one of the most iconic 'Housewives' franchises could look like. Next, they share updates regarding Dorit and PK’s divorce (19:07), and they congratulate the newly engaged Emmy and Will from ‘Southern Hospitality’ and reminisce on their relationship (23:18). Finally, Callie and Chelsea choose their favorite unhinged spiritual moments from Bravo in light of the spiritual excursion on the last episode of 'The Valley' (26:58). Host: Chelsea Stark-Jones Guest: Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Production Supervision: Belle Roman Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 9, 2025 • 58min

How to Train a Jesse | ‘Summer House’ and ‘The Valley’ Recaps

Rachel and Jodi are back to give you all of your Bravo recaps (except 'RHOA')! First, they discuss the both dark and humorous episode of ‘The Valley’—where we see Jesse continue to terrorize Michelle and the group participate in a healing ceremony (03:19). After they touch on Jax’s terrible behavior, even in rehab, they move on to ‘Summer House’ (33:20). They discuss their shock and disappointment when Lexi walks in with Jesse claiming she can “train him”, and they praise Kyle for defending Ciara to Jesse and West. Host: Rachel Lindsay Guest: Jodi Walker Producer: Olivia Crerie Production Supervision: Devon Baroldi Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Make time for a Diet Coke break. dietcoke.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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