Bravo Breakdowns
Bravo Breakdowns
Comedians Lauren Davis (Fox, Hulu) and Michele Baber (Kidd Kraddick) are hysterical women, and we're batsh*t crazy about reality TV.We're two former stand-up comedians and joke writers with a long list of comedic accomplishments and mental illness diagnoses- and now, all of our time, obsession, passion, talent, wit, and neuroses are dedicated entirely to recapping reality shows.We do hours of research to get inside the minds of other gifted and deeply unwell women- the goddesses of reality TV (and their terrible husbands and boyfriends).You'll learn all about these divas' humble beginnings, scandals, relationships- all the stuff that never made it to TV that you want to know but are too lazy to scour the internet to find.We do deep-dives into enigmas like Bethenny Frankel to Hilaria Baldwin to Kelly Bensimmon- and finally give you some answers to the question, "Why on earth do they act like that?"Plus, we do regular comedy recaps of the best reality TV shows on the air to keep you up-to-date with the fast-paced news cycle of Bravolebrities.And enjoy our celebrity guest interviews with reality TV performers, producers, comedians & pop culture icons like Deux Moi, former Bravo top exec Lauren Zalaznick, and Traitors contestant/WOW former World Champ Simone Williams!If you've got a reality TV obsession or want your friends to understand your reality TV obsession, Lauren and Michele will break it all down for you in one hilarious, jam-packed hour of tea and laughs.
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Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 4min
Ep. 52 - "When Cujo Attacks" - SLC S5 Episode 13 Recap (& Summer House Teaser + Men of VPR Discussion)
Welcome to Lisa Barlow's Vida Tequila Puerto Vallarta experience from hell, our pick for best episode of the RHOSLC season so far! But first:Michele talks about the birthday cameo Lauren got her from a certain VPR Golden Boy; why celebrity houses always get passed around. 9:47, we discuss the trailer for Summer House Season 9 and make some early predictions (we think it will rip!) VPR cancellation speculation (was it because all the male cast members lives are falling apart?) and an impromptu "Love, Actually" rant.Then at 24:24, it's our Salt Lake City S5E13 recap-The heartbreaking yet so Housewives scene of Mary talking about her son's addiction while Angie's face remains perfectly still;Is Bronwyn having a nervous breakdown after Cujo got her? And Brittani gets dogwalked by everyone at the Vida dinner so badly that even the waiter seems like he's dunking on her obliviousness.Plus some light power ranking and S6 speculation based on reunion seatingThen oral exams at 58:25! Warning: Survivor S47 Finale Speculation to those who are triggered by CBS like Michele!
Dec 12, 2024 • 1h 1min
Ep. 51- "High Body Count Hair" - SLC Season 5, Episode 12 Recap
It's time for Meredith to become a woman- and the Breakdowns women are here to recount every perfect moment of this instant classic episode.But first, Lauren and Michele chat about seasonal depression, Michele's birthday trip to Hawaii, and the Barstool Sports saga updates-And give some important J.Lo updates- 9:05Then the SLC "Meredith's Bat Mitzvah" episode recap- 14:31From Mary peeping in the windows, to Michele's tales of her own bat mitzvah (unfortunately it was not at the age of 48, nor in a ski lodge, nor televised), to Angie's breakout monologue on Britani's high body count hair, nails dress, and boobs, we revel in every glorious detail and delight in the campy twist ending that the ladies were secretly going to Puerto Vallarta next episode- the whole time!Oral exams: 54:33
Dec 6, 2024 • 1h 25min
Ep. 50 "We Made It Nice (& Naughty)" - Best of The Berkshires w/ Josh The RHONY Stan
Listen as Lauren, Michele, and their special guest Josh "The RHONY Stan" have very festive RHONY-filled episode where they discuss their favorite Berkshire "Breakdowns" from the Real Housewives of New York! From making it nice to mentioning it all, they dive into the classic moments that made RHONY legendary, all while celebrating the reason for the season , aka Bethenny's fish allergy.Time stamps:Berkshires Breakdowns -1:39: "Mention it All" QUIZ -48:35: The Blue Stoneys (awards show for Berkshires excellence)52:01: Manor-piece Theatre -59:33: Oral exams - 1:09:10Follow Josh:IG & TikTok: joshtherhonystanLike, subscribe, follow us on YT @bravobreakdowns and on IG and Tiktok @bravo_breakdowns, comment if you miss our lesson plans on old seasons and we'll get back to the grind! WE ARE TIRED!
Nov 27, 2024 • 1h 20min
Ep. 49 "Raise Your Glasses High: Goodbye VPR & Jesus Jugs, Hello Bad Bangs & Dorit's Drag Race"
Michele & Lauren discuss the end of an era with the Vanderpump Rules OG cast and wonder if we all should do a wellness check on Scheana Shay and also the SUR Dumpster. They also dive into the resurrection and swift demise of Jesus Jugs, and laugh about Lauren’s ADHD and her very relaxed approach to navigating gas stations. Plus, they unpack RHOSLC and the unexpected clarity of Mary Cosby. There's just SOMETHING about Mary and something even worse about Meredith's bangs. Plus, Dorit smoking a cigarette racing threw the canyon, taking a drag from a cigarette. Is there anything better than a housewife with Marlboro madness? We think not.Time Stamps:VPR News - 6:40SLC - 32:05RHOC Reunion - 48:25 Like, subscribe, follow us on YT @bravobreakdowns and on IG and Tiktok @bravo_breakdowns, comment if you miss our lesson plans on old seasons and we'll get back to the grind! WE ARE TIRED!
Nov 21, 2024 • 43min
Ep. 48 "Turbulence Ahead: Jesus Jugs and Flying Coach": RHOC S18 Reunion Part 2 Recap
Michele and Lauren dive into the latest RHOSLC drama, where everyone’s living it up in Palm Springs for Bronwyn and Todd’s 10th anniversary—well, everyone except Todd, who looks like he’s ready to sign divorce papers mid-vacation. Oh, and he’s paying for everything, of course. It all wraps up with Lisa throwing a tantrum about flying coach. HOW DARE THEY?! Then, the duo moves on to RHOC Reunion Part 2, introducing their new segment, "Oh Yeah, Gina," before breaking down the resurrection of Jesus Jugs . Spoiler alert: Shannon absolutely LEVELS Jesus Jugs. Tune in for all the messy details! Like, subscribe, follow us on YT @bravobreakdowns and on IG and Tiktok @bravo_breakdowns, comment if you miss our lesson plans on old seasons and we'll get back to the grind, and please, for the love of God, please vote in our ranking the Baldwins poll!
Nov 14, 2024 • 60min
Ep. 47 - "Rank the Baldwins" - Bravo News Roundup + RHOC S18 Reunion Part 1 Recap
Michele and Lauren snap out of their funk and give each other (and the students) an important pep talk: if Vicki made it through S10, you can make it through anything!First, the good news: a quick Real Housewives Franchise "tour de updates" on SLC's great season, Potomac's comeback, celebrating Beverly Hills, and VPR and NY's potential incoming demise and possible reboots.(RHOC Reunion Recap starts at 24:50)Then we recap the OC reunion: their outfits may always let us down, but these ladies never miss at giving us chaotic, messy end-of-season performance reviews! We give a play-by-play, an assessment of each performance, a breakdown of Ryan's crimes, and predictions for Part 2.Like, subscribe, follow us on YT @bravobreakdowns and on IG and Tiktok @bravo_breakdowns, comment if you miss our lesson plans on old seasons and we'll get back to the grind, and please, for the love of God, please vote in our ranking the Baldwins poll!
Nov 7, 2024 • 49min
Ep. 46- "Don't Put a Hit Out on Tamra"- RHOC S18 Ep 17 recap
Lauren and Michele are back to recap last Thursday's episode of Real Housewives of OC, the one where we learn Jenn finally has a guy to talk to, but he's like a criminal maybe.Shannon has the most confusing fight ever with Matt, Katie's husbandTamra pretends to be soberAnd finally, Jenn is engaged to marry her prince charming, who might
Oct 30, 2024 • 1h 10min
Ep. 45- "The King of Dallas and the Babadook of London"- Interview w/ Chris James Kahle (+ RHOC S18 Ep 16 recap)
Lauren and Michele are back to recap last Thursday's episode of Real Housewives of OC, a wild ride through swingin' London.Shannon is so constipated she almost takes a double decker in a double decker bus;Tamra has gone to a place of 10 enemies, 12 storylines, and total Babadook eyes;And finally, ending with one of the all-time most funny Housewives "Happy Birthday" moments.Then (interview starts at 30:01) Chris James Kahle, Dallas Tiktok star, man about town, fashion guru and Real Housewives expert stops by the pod! He talks about housewife fashion, encounters with Lisa Hochstein and Jeff Lewis, a little dirt on Lea Black's new CBD influencer business, his fantasy Real Housewives of Dallas cast, opinions on Tamra, and much, much more!
Oct 25, 2024 • 1h 6min
Ep. 44- "I Have Never Been with Multiple Partners in My Life!" - RHOC S8 Recap Part 2
Lauren and Michele to school and finishing up coverage of RHOC Season 8. The back half of the season gives us so many classic Vicki moments, and is also known as the season of the "Calm Before the Shannon STORMS Beador".
Oct 14, 2024 • 55min
Ep. 43- "You are Cordially Uninvited" - RHOC S18 Ep. 14 Recap
Michele and Lauren recap episode 14 of RHOC "High Tea and High Drama", and ladies, the TEA IS SPILLED! Especially as when an uninvited guest tries to crash the party.Listen as we also debut a new format and new segments, like "Shannonagins" and "HERRREEE'SSSS JOHNNY".Follow us:IG - bravo_breakdownsTikTok - bravo_breakdownsYouTube - Bravo Breakdowns
