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Betches Media presents Mention It All, a podcast dedicated to breaking down all things Bravo. Your host, certified Bravoholic Dylan Hafer, is covering everything Real Housewives and more, including weekly episode recaps and analysis, the latest social media drama, and interviews with your favorite Bravolebrities. For more Bravo memes, commentary, and special guests, follow @bravobybetches on Instagram.
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Think Inclusive brings you conversations about inclusive education and what inclusion looks like in the real world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hear that sound? It’s an avalanche of great drama and terrible outfits that could only mean a new season of RHOSLC is on its way. On today’s episode, Dylan breaks down all the best moments from the season five trailer, and what we know about the new women joining the cast. He also reacts to the Bennifer divorce news, and whether JLo would be a good…
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Now that RHONJ has come to an end, Dylan spends this week’s Monday episode sharing a host of Bravo news items and answering some listener questions. He recaps his experience at Andy Cohen’s wax figure unveiling, plus Bethenny and Gina’s latest social media self-deprecation. Next, he unpacks the unfortunate news about Ariana Madix’s brother Jeremy, …
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Larsa Lights, OC Fights, & Dance Moms… Delights?
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We’ve made it to the end of another week, which of course means Dylan is back to recap another episode of RHOC. As the women head out on two separate trips, Alexis continues to talk more about Johnny than anything else, and Gina suddenly finds herself all alone on Scary Island with no friends. Earlier in the episode, Dylan talks through even more M…
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FEED DROP: The Inclusion Think Tank by NJCIE
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This week, we bring you a feed drop by our friends at the New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education (NJCIE), the Inclusion Think Tank Podcast with Arthur Aston. In this episode, Vikas, a parent advocate, shares his family's journey toward inclusive education for his daughter with Down syndrome, emphasizing the importance of effective communicati…
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After a lengthy wait, we finally have a trailer for RHONY season 15, and Dylan starts the episode by sharing his reactions. He also questions whether this second reboot season could be the big test for who stays around for the long haul. Speaking of second seasons, he digs back into RHODubai after a few weeks away, and things are a bit out of sorts…
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Rails Fails & Stassi’s Reality Comeback Ft. Kiki Monique
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On today’s episode, Dylan is joined by Kiki Monique, host of the Pop Crime podcast, as she takes a morning off from attending Tom Girardi’s trial. She shares some updates on the trial, and what this all has to do with Erika Jayne. Then, they discuss the news that Stassi Schroeder will be returning to reality TV via a deal with Hulu. WTF is a docu-c…
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Are We Getting Real Housewives of Palm Beach? (Plus RHOC!)
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To wrap up the week, Dylan is back to recap the latest episode of RHOC. A few weeks into the season, several cast members find themselves in need of a strategy adjustment, and Vicki’s Christian values can’t save them. Earlier, Dylan recounts his recent Bethenny sighting, and his experience at Bravo’s cocktail bar in NYC. He also shares what we know…
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Some Housewives Are Sleeper Hits Ft. Emily Simpson
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We’re in the midst of a RHOC renaissance, so what better time for Emily Simpson to stop by the studio and mention it all with Dylan? They start by reflecting on the wild ups and downs of Orange County’s last six seasons, and how Emily has managed to ride it out and come out on top. They also talk about Housewives from past seasons returning to the …
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On today’s episode, Dylan returns from vacation to recap an epic RHONJ finale, and there’s no better person to help than Watch What Crappens co-host Ben Mandelker. After singing the praises of uncensored Bravo episodes, they dive into the season (series?) finale that has everyone talking. They discuss the reunion review invitation that almost ruine…
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Stop the presses! Carl has responded to the speculation about his new bar’s name, and Dylan breaks down his weak attempt to dispel the discourse. From there, he settles into a juicy recap of RHOC, with an important detour to discuss the recent lawsuit filed against Vicki Gunvalson. What does it mean, and is her return to RHOC this season even neces…
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Carl’s Soft Opening & Phaedra’s Hard Launch
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With RHODubai on pause for the Olympics, it’s a grab bag episode, with a big dose of breaking news to kick things off. After six seasons away from RHOA, Phaedra Parks is a peach-holder once again—what does that mean for the upcoming season, and is it a good idea? He also has an update on Carl’s non-alcoholic bar (and cafe?), and why its aesthetic m…
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A Legal Bombshell Enters The Villa… Sort Of
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As we start a new week, Dylan puts the Olympics on mute for 45 minutes so he can break down all the latest Bravo updates. To kick things off, he makes a broad comparison between Bravo and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and considers what would be the Bravo equivalent of Robert Downey Jr.’s grand return to the MCU. Does a comp even exist? Then, he s…
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Teresa Hates Toxicity, Apparently (Plus RHOC)
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To kick off today’s episode, Dylan discusses the biggest issue of the week: how RHOSLC will overlap with the 2034 Olympics in Salt Lake City. Which Housewife will get to light the cauldron?? He also shares an update on the Sandoval lawsuit saga, before diving into Teresa Giudice’s vague Instagram statement about toxicity in the Bravo community. Who…
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The Voice Memo That Broke The Camel’s Back Ft. Lesa Milan
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As the RHODubai cast jets off to Bali, Dylan is joined by Lesa Milan for a debrief on her season. They chat about her unexpected reputation as a Bravo shade assassin, and why she didn’t sweat being around Housewives OGs at BravoCon. From there, Lesa offers her takes on the messy rift between Caroline Brooks and Taleen, and whether she thinks Taleen…
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Tom Un-Sued Ariana… Does It Matter? Ft. Lea Palmieri
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To kick off a fresh week, Dylan is joined by longtime friend and Bravo companion Lea Palmieri, who has lots of takes on Jersey, OC, and everything in between. They briefly discuss what’s to come for Southern Charm, before unpacking a major VPR update: Tom’s much-maligned lawsuit against Ariana was an oopsy-daisy! From there, they discuss the trajec…
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Renting The OC Ft. Lauren Herbert & Emily Orozco
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Fresh off their WWHL bartending debut, Dylan is joined in the studio by Lauren Herbert and Emily Orozco, hosts of Access Hollywood’s Housewives Nightcap podcast. They recap their clubhouse experience, then dive right into hot takes about RHOC, starting with Jenn and Gina’s real estate/glam debacle. They also discuss Alexis’ return to the franchise,…
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Dylan has been slowly making his way through the Real Housewives of Dubai cast, and as the season hits a new high note, Caroline Brooks hits the studio to mention it all. She has lots to say about her complicated situation with Taleen and Caroline Stanbury, and why she stands by calling Taleen a beggar after helping her get on the show. She also we…
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After an eventful weekend in politics, Dylan has to start by sharing the most unhinged post from a former Real Housewife. Then, he turns his attention to the equally as toxic land of New Jersey. After a week off, Jen and Danielle are still resisting the urge to throw hands (barely), while Teresa once again plugs her now-nonexistent podcast. Elsewhe…
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The day we’ve all been waiting for is finally here: RHOC is back! Our precious oranges don’t disappoint in their season premiere, with DUI drama, real estate headaches, and plenty of friendship friction. Dylan gets into all of the key moments from Jenn’s eviction, to Gina’s definitely-not-a-breakup, to Shannon’s mess of her own creation. But all ey…
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FEED DROP: Inclusive Education Roadmap Part Two - Inclusive Occupations
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Think Inclusive is off for the summer, but in the meantime, enjoy this feed drop from our friend Savitha Sundar. Host Savita Sundar, a school-based occupational therapist, welcomes guest Dr. Debbie Taub to discuss the Inclusive Education Roadmap. They delve into the benefits of starting students in general education, the importance of inclusive pra…
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FEED DROP: Inclusive Education Roadmap Part One - Inclusive Occupations
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Think Inclusive is off for the summer, but we have feed drops from some of our podcasting friends in the meantime! In this episode of Inclusive Occupations, host Savitha Sundar engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Diane Ryndak, an esteemed scholar and advocate for inclusive education. Dr. Ryndak discusses her personal journey and the exper…
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Minutes after waking up from his dream about The Quiet Woman, Dylan is back to recap more Bravo drama. He starts with the onslaught of teaser clips from the season premiere of RHOC, and his fear that it may be getting overhyped. Then, he shares Dorinda’s reaction to the Bethenny/Luann reunion, and his idea for a Summer House storyline now that Hann…
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Did Dorinda Get Lindsay Cut From Traitors?
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In the wake of America’s birthday, RHONJ decided to take a week off, but Dylan is back anyway with an array of updates from around the Bravo world. First, he unpacks all the info about Lindsay Hubbard’s pregnancy announcement, from her secret baby daddy to WTF happened with The Traitors. Would Alan Cumming really let her compete for the prize pot w…
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The new season of RHOC doesn’t premiere til next week, but Dylan starts today’s episode by unpacking a sneak peek clip of Shannon Beador explaining the circumstances of her DUI. Not great! Then, he does a dramatic reading of Brandi Granville’s latest Twitter spiral—she’s still not over the RHUGT Morocco debacle, in case you were wondering. From the…
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As we round the halfway point of 2024, Dylan hits the studio to reflect on some of the highs and lows of the year so far. Some moments have stood out in a good way (thank you RHOSLC), but overall, there’s room for improvement across the board. He also shares news about the new season of Summer House, and a fun Peacock surprise for the 15th annivers…
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Graduate Excluded at Ceremony Sparks Fight for Inclusion
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About the Guest(s): Ashlynn Rich: Ashlynn Rich is a recent high school graduate with Down syndrome. She graduated with honors and earned the title of scholar-athlete for her involvement in the school’s swim team. She also owns her own small business, Pop Queen Baked Goods. Ashlynn advocates for including students with disabilities in school and the…
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We All Learn Differently: Empowering Neurodivergent Middle Schoolers
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About the Guest(s): Bari Levin is a retired special educator with over 34 years of experience, predominantly working with middle school students with learning differences. He is actively involved with the I Am Able Foundation, focusing on storytelling to remove the stigma associated with neurodiversity. Bari co-leads the We All Learn Differently ca…
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When A Reboot Goes Wrong Ft. Jared Alexander
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Dylan is joined by friend, soulmate, sister, and returning guest Jared Alexander to reflect on the current state of things across the Bravo landscape. They start with the week’s most distressing news: Kenya Moore will not be returning to filming for RHOA. They unpack the unfortunate circumstances of the reboot season, and why the reboot treatment i…
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Sam Drazin Discusses Building Inclusive Schools with Changing Perspectives
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About the Guest(s): Sam Drazin is the founder and Executive Director of Changing Perspectives, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering inclusive educational practices. A former elementary school teacher, Sam brings firsthand experience and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in creating inclusive school environments. Hi…
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Different Definitions of Loyalty Ft. Taleen Marie
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The New York heatwave is no match for Dubai, and new Housewife Taleen Marie visits the studio to turn the temperature up a notch. She and Dylan talk about her under-the-radar experience at last year’s BravoCon, and how she’s feeling now that her first season is airing. She reflects on her unique background, and how her idea of loyalty may differ fr…
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Dylan kicks off the new week with some boots-on-the-ground reporting (sort of) from the WWHL 15th Anniversary special. Then, he turns his attention to a very hectic episode of RHONJ, which is extremely watchable, even as the cast dynamic becomes more and more unsustainable. Lots to unpack: Jackie and Teresa’s bizarre symbiotic relationship takes ye…
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How to Know You Are Implementing UDL with Loui Lord Nelson
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About the Guest(s): Loui Lord Nelson, an internationally recognized expert in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), is the author of the bestselling book, "Design and Deliver." A former special education teacher, Loui is renowned for her work on UDL at various levels, including district, national, and international stages. She has been awarded her p…
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A Tale of Two Carolines Ft. Caroline Stanbury
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As we wade deeper into the new season of Real Housewives of Dubai, Dylan is joined in the studio by Caroline Stanbury to unpack it all. They start by reflecting on Caroline’s 10-year Bravo anniversary, and how things have turned out differently than she ever could have predicted. Then, she gets into the drama, with some choice words for Caroline Br…
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To kick off the week, Dylan shares a free idea for anyone with free time on their hands: Bravo-themed Inside Out fan fiction. From there, he recaps the deeply messy events leading up to Kenya Moore’s suspension from RHOA filming, and what it might mean for the future of the franchise. Later, he dives deep into this week’s RHONJ, which is an excelle…
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Dylan is back for one last Summer House recap this season, breaking down the biggest moments from part two of the reunion. He shares a theory about how the cast may have inspired Sabrina Carpenter’s latest hit, and thanks Andy for his informational contributions to the Carl/Lindsay in the drama. Speaking of Andy, Dylan also breaks down the new deve…
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Reframing Special Education Using Strengths-Based IEPs with April Rehrig
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About the Guest(s): April Rehrig is the founder of Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, LLC. With over 20 years of experience as an elementary school teacher and school psychologist in Los Angeles, April is a licensed educational psychologist and a board-certified special education advocate. She has attended the prestigious COPAA SEAT 2.0 and …
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Kymanda’s Divorce Drama & Andy’s Housewife Beef (Plus RHODubai)
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In a post-Valley/VPR world, Dylan tackles the soft spot in the schedule by sifting though assorted Bravo drama. He breaks down the gossip about Kyle and Amanda’s alleged impending divorce, and shares the exclusive tea Betches got about Andrea’s wedding in Italy. Then, he gets into Andy’s random feud with Carole Radziwill, and why her critiques of H…
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West’s Big Fumble, RHONJ Revisionist History, & An Epic RHOC Trailer
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After a week of exciting guests, it’s time for a big Bravo catchup, and Dylan dives right in with a recap of the WWHL 15th Anniversary party. From there, he unpacks the trailer for RHOC’s upcoming 18th season, which looks like it’s firing on all cylinders. Are we in for an all-time great season? Then, he shares some thoughts on the Summer House reu…
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Think Inclusive is off this week as we prep for the homestretch to season 11. This week, we have a feed drop for you from our friends at AMI. It’s called The Pulse. In this episode: Journalists Amy Silverman and Rebecca Montelion discuss ableism, journalism, and intellectual disability. They explore the importance of plain language in news reportin…
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Does Messy Fessy Get FOMO? Ft. Jenn Fessler
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Deep into her second season on RHONJ, Jenn Fessler returns to the studio for a much-needed catchup with Dylan. Right off the bat, she dishes on the vibe shifts this season, and how the group got to such a fractured place. They discuss her new position within the group, and how she tries to navigate such difficult relationships without making more m…
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The Traitors Cast, Jersey News, & The Valley Finale
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Dylan is back for an action-packed Wednesday with lots of news to discuss. First, he reacts to the official cast reveal for season three of The Traitors, with some early predictions and more than a little side-eye at some of the choices. Next, he discusses the shocker that this season of RHONJ won’t be getting a reunion. Is this an overreaction or …
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After a two-year wait, the Real Housewives of Dubai are back for a second season, and Dylan sits down with Chanel Ayan to chat through the premiere. She shares why filming this season felt different, and how she sees her purpose as something bigger than just creating iconic TV. She and Dylan recap some of the friendship developments between seasons…
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Get Those ‘Valley’ Cameras Up Ft. Jasmine Goode
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As we near the end of The Valley’s explosive first season, Dylan sits down with one of its breakout stars to get into it all. Jasmine Goode talks about her history on reality, and what made doing The Valley an easy choice. She also doesn’t hesitate to spill the tea on all this season’s biggest controversies, from Kristen and Zack’s uninvitation to …
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Breaking Barriers: How JDS Creative Academy is Empowering Adults with Developmental Disabilities
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About the Guest(s): Diane Strand is an accomplished entrepreneur, influential leader in the creative industry, and an advocate for inclusion through the arts. With a rich background that includes credentials from iconic shows such as "Friends," "General Hospital," and "Veronica's Closet," Diane's expertise spans across production and acting. Alongs…
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Still recovering from the Summer House watch party, Dylan starts today’s episode with a juicy rumor about the new Bravo show Making It In Manhattan. Do we really need to see more of Housewives’ kids? Then, he turns his attention to the final part of the Vanderpump Rules reunion, where Ariana once again states her boundaries, and everyone is pressed…
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Something About Her is officially open, and Dylan starts today’s episode with some perspective on the long opening day line. Then, he recaps the latest episode of The Valley, in which the male/female dynamics on the babymoon from hell are extremely distressing. He also weighs a listener question about whether Jax has ulterior motives for his treatm…
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Understanding Behavior in Education: Shifting Perspectives and Supporting Students with Dr. Emily King
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About the Guest(s): Dr. Emily King is a licensed psychologist with a background in school psychology and a passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals. Her professional history includes working as a school psychologist and providing consultation services for educators and parents. Dr. King focuses on understanding and supporting diverse learn…
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No More Veneers! No More DUIs! (And VPR Reunion)
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Dylan is back with more things to rant about, starting with the latest pair of Bravo car accidents. Kathryn Dennis is the latest Bravoleb with a DUI, and it's really getting depressing. Meanwhile, there's another issue plaguing the community: bad veneers. Dylan reviews the Summer House reunion looks and shares his thoughts on some dental upgrades. …
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Entering the new week, the biggest news around Bravo is the long-awaited opening of Something About Her. Dylan kicks off the episode with a rundown of the internet’s reactions to the sandwiches in question, and a broader look at what we expect from Bravoleb businesses. Then, he pivots to the Jersey shore, where the RHONJ cast delineations are start…
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Did Bravo Just Reveal Their Summer House Succession Plan?
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It’s a mixed bag on the podcast today, as Dylan returns from his food poisoning fog to share some thoughts on why this season of Top Chef feels like a bit of a letdown. Then, he shares Kyle Richards’ latest RHOBH updates (from Amazon Live, naturally) and the weird inside joke between Amanda Batula and Jesse Solomon. Later, he discusses the new show…
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