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 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
Oct 11, 2024 • 1h 51min
Ep. 42 - "Intro to Soft Swinging" - "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" S1 Recap & Discussion W/ Special Guests Mer and Alicia from Also Podcast
Everyone's talking about these Mormon mamas, so Bravo Breakdowns and Also Podcast are "jumping" on the Momtok train so you can "soak" up all the details! It's a soft swinging extravaganza!We open with a quick riff about Yolanda Hadid's recent updates on her lemon trees and Lyme "doctor" and a quick, apologetic defense of Reddit.Then, Lauren and Michele recap the 8 episode Hulu reality TV hit "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" -(recap starts at 7:05)for a quick analysis and refresher on the antics of the religious and villainous Whitney, the rebellious and always pregnant Taylor Frankie Paul and her wild-eyed boyfriend Dakota, and help you differentiate the rest of the identical Momtokers.Then our brilliant and hilarious guest professors, Meredith and Alicia from Also Podcast, help us get to the bottom of the shows mysteries from their extensive deep dive research.(Discussion starts at 53:14)We'll try to get to the bottom of questions like:-What will happen in Season 2? Who is coming back?-What did Demi and her husband do that involved cunnilingus and fruity pebbles?!?!-How many decades did it take to shoot this first season? -And finally, why is Whitney?Listen to Also Podcast on Apple and Spotify and follow them on IG and Tiktok at also_podcast for more deep dives on all things books, podcasts, food and reality TV!
Oct 1, 2024 • 1h 53min
Ep. 41 - "I Had to Go on Xanax For it, Lydia!"- Season 8 RHOC Recap Part 1 (+ S18 RHOC Gossip + Episode 12 recap!)
Lydia, a participant from Season 8 of RHOC, shares her personal struggles and reflects on the chaotic dynamics of reality TV. She discusses Vicki's rocky relationship with Brooks, Tamra's wedding plans, and Heather's balance between family and career. The conversation highlights the introduction of Lizzie and the shifting friendships and rivalries among the cast. Lydia's candid insights reveal the emotional toll reality stardom entails, blending humor with heartfelt moments.
