Reality Bites™

Reality Bites™

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.

Episodes

May 25, 2024 217 mins

Welcome back, everyone! In today's 3-hour and 38-minute episode, we'll recap the latest drama from Summer House episodes 13 and 14, "Excess Baggage" and "From Dusk Till Donne," We dive into the rising tensions as the housemates deal with unresolved conflicts and personal baggage. We'll discuss the key moments, including Kyle and Amanda, Lindsay and Carl's relationship struggles, and how the h...

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Mo here - just wanted to bring you a quick update on our VPR episodes which we'll be releasing on all platforms! Thanks for your patience and stay tuned! 

xoxo

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Hey y'all!  We're continuing to deep-dive the last few Summer House episodes - tackling the themes and overarching storyline, and while we initially thought we'd only split into two parts, turns out it's going to be three!! Here's Part 2 - Part 3, covering the Lindsay and Carl saga, will be coming your way soon! Hope y'all enjoy!

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Hey y'all! We are so sorry for the delay!! If you've listened to our "Message to Our Listeners" episode, you have an idea of what's been going on in our absence, BUT we're back baby! We're deep-diving the last few Summer House episodes - tackling the themes and overarching storyline, and this was a longgggg one, so we decided to split it up into two parts - here's part 1! And be on the lookou...

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**TRIGGER WARNING - THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES NARCISSISTIC ABUSE, CPTSD & DEPRESSION**

Hey y'all! Lo here... In this episode, I'm hopping on the mic solo to let you in on a little of what's been going on with my absence, and our episodes, in the last month. This wasn't an easy one to record, but it was important for me to share. Thanks so much for allowing me the time and platform to do so. Thanks guys...

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Hey y'all!  Lauren will be back on the mic with me tomorrow to talk Summer House (where we'll explain more), but today she's had to take a mental health day... That said, I'm super excited to have Tracie Morrissey on the mic with me to chat about our new favorite on Bravo -The Valley! Hope ya'll enjoy!

And you can find Tracie on IG:

@traciemorrissey

@potpsychology

@pipedreams.fun

And if you are a stoner like we ...

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Hey y'all!  Lauren will be back on the mic with me tomorrow to talk Summer House (and we'll explain more there), but today she's had to take a mental health day... That said, I&ap...

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Pop Star Scheana Marie strikes again! We're here for Apples, but what's more, we're really here for the dress-down Sandoval go this week amidst his post-podcast spiral! We're...

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April 18, 2024 115 mins

Y'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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We 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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Guys, we're finally caught up to broadcast!! Here's your episode 11 recap, Hope y'all enjoy!!

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April 14, 2024 128 mins

We'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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April 11, 2024 67 mins

For 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...

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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 VP...

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I'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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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, prod...

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April 5, 2024 71 mins

Guys! 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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Hey 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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April 4, 2024 124 mins

Guyssssss... we are so sorry for the delay, it has been a bit of a comedy of errors these last couple of weeks!! Lauren's voice is shot, but we didn't want to keep you guys waiting any longer! Sooo, I (Morgan lol) am doing my very first ever solo recap and catching up with y'all on Summer House!! We're going to be deep diving through episodes 3, 4 and 5. And we'll be getting you last week's episode 6, ...

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We're so sorry for the delay y'all!!

We're breaking down the last two episodes into two parts. Part 1 (this episode) will cover last week's 11x08, and tomorrow our Part 2 (11x09) episode will drop, as well! Hope y'all enjoy!!

And, we'll have our Summer House, The Valley and even the final RHOBH reunion recaps coming to you guys on all platforms in the coming days, too!

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