Reality Bites™
by TV Producer Lauren & Bravoholic Betsy
Welcome to Reality Bites, the podcast where we deep dive into this week's buzziest Reality TV, Pop Culture and Bravo happenings, through a behind-the-scenes lens into how the shows are made in a way you won't find anywhere else.
I'm Lauren, Reality TV producer, creator and host of Reality Bites! I'm joined by my girlfriend, producing partner, and forever plus one (if I’m lucky) - Morgan! We're behind some of your favorite shows, including - Southern Charm, The Bachelor, Real Housewives, Very Cavalleri and more! Join us as we peel back the curtain, taking you on a wild ride!
Reality Bites takes you through your favorite shows - via episode recaps, and behind the scenes “Producer’s Corner” editions that deep dive into topics in the Reality TV zeitgeist - with reactions, commentary, and a window into how the cast, story and we as viewers may have gotten there.
DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken as such. Lauren and her co-host bear no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information provided during the podcast or any other platform.
Copyright: © 2024 Reality Bites™
Episodes
Summer House 8x08 Recap w/ Lo & Mo!
1h 55m · PublishedY'all... we've finally made it through the backlog and are caught upppp! We're breaking down last week's Summer House, where we pick back up with our Hamptons gang at the super chic Italian Dinner and descend into Kyle and Amanda's relationship chaos from there (are any of us really surprised?)! Hope y'all enjoy!
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
Valley of the Brawls - The Valley 1x04 Recap!
1h 24m · PublishedWe picked up from the Capri Dinner Party from Hell, and by the end of the episode... well... things weren't much better!! Something tells me we're in for a wild ride this season on The Valley! Hope y'all enjoy!!
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
*PATREON PREVIEW* From Tequila Ho to Hot Dog Jo to No No No - Vanderpump Rules 11x11 Recap
29m · PublishedIf you enjoy this preview and want to hear more, Join the Reality Bites Patreon for access to exclusive Vanderpump Rules recaps, our Southern Charm Retro Rewind Recaps, exclusive BTS content and more! Hope to see y'all there!
Guys, we're finally caught up to broadcast!! Here's your episode 11 recap, Hope y'all enjoy!!
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
Summer House 8x07 Recap w/ Lo & Mo!
2h 8m · PublishedWe're back - both of us finally(!!) - talking Summer House! We're so close to getting caught up, guys, and in this episode, we're breaking down last week's Summer House! Hope y'all enjoy!
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
Katching-Up with Kathryn Dennis!
1h 7m · PublishedFor this preview - we're giving EVERYONE Morgan's catch-up convo with Kathryn! And if you enjoy this preview and want to hear the episode recap and more, Join the Reality Bites Patreon for access to exclusive Vanderpump Rules recaps, our Southern Charm Retro Rewind Recaps, exclusive BTS content and more! Hope to see y'all there!
Hey y'all!! We're super excited to welcome our very first guest - the one, the only - Kathryn Dennis to Reality Bites!! Kathryn's one of our absolutel faves, and she was awesome enough to not only join me to recap Southern Charm episode 2x02, but we also had an extra long catch-up conversation about life! Hope y'all enjoy!
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
*PATREON PREVIEW* A Tale of Two Tentpoles - Vanderpump Rules 11x10 Recap!
45m · PublishedIf you enjoy this preview and want to hear more, Join the Reality Bites Patreon for access to exclusive Vanderpump Rules recaps, our Southern Charm Retro Rewind Recaps, exclusive BTS content and more! Hope to see y'all there!
Guys.... We're clearing the backlog as promised! This is a long one, and we get a little philosophical lol, but we're deep-diving into last week's episode and addressing some common VPR-related feedback we've been seeing along the way!
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
Double Down Doute - The Valley 1x03 Recap!
2h 40m · PublishedI'm back guys!!! After my stint on vocal rest, I, Lauren, am finally back on the mic!! Morgan and I are breaking down episode three, and since this is my first time talking The Valley with y'all, I'm giving some overall thoughts and analyses, as well! Buckle up guys... it's a long one. Hope y'all enjoy!
23:00 - The Valley Recap Starts
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
*PATREON PREVIEW* Two Toms Don’t Make a Right - VPR 11x09 Recap w/ Tracie Morrissey!
30m · PublishedIf you enjoy this preview and want to hear more, Join the Reality Bites Patreon for access to exclusive Vanderpump Rules recaps, our Southern Charm Retro Rewind Recaps, exclusive BTS content and more! Hope to see y'all there!
Hey y'all! Morgan here :) As Lauren's rounding the final turn on her much-needed vocal rest, I'm finishing up playing catchup with you guys!! And today, I'm joined by writer, producer, host of Pot Psychology podcast and VPR aficionado - Tracie Morrisey!! We're big fans of Tracie's and I was so pumped when she agreed to hop on the mic with me to take y'all through last week's epically messy mess of a VPR episode!
And don't worry - Lauren and I will be back on the mic TOGETHER to break down this week's episode, and that should be coming y'alls way tomorrow!
And you can find Tracie on IG:
@traciemorrissey
@potpsychology
@pipedreams.fun
And if you are a stoner like we are - do yourself a favor and check out Tracie's company PIPE DREAMS - CLICK HERE! You won't regret it!
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
Summer House 8x06 Recap w/ Mo!
1h 11m · PublishedGuys! We're getting caught up for ya!! And while Lauren's getting her voice rested up to tackle THIS week's recaps with me, I'm bringing ya some catch-up episodes! Last time we talked about Summer House episodes three through five, but today I'm taking you through last week's engine revving outing! Feels even more apropos than usual to say... buckle up!!
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
The Valley Episodes 1 & 2 - Morgan's EP Thoughts
1h 0m · PublishedHey y'all! Since Lauren's still resting her voice, I'm going to catch up on with y'all with some topline EP/Producer thoughts on the first two episodes of Bravo's The Valley! As this is only my second solo recap, please be gentle! :) Hope y'all enjoy!
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DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken ...
Reality Bites™ has 186 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 280:08:51. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on March 5th 2023. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on April 21st, 2024 00:12.