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Dumpster Divas! Welcome to the Dumpster, where we dig through reality TV's trash—past and present—so you don't have to. Every week, Tom Hamlett breaks down today's biggest reality TV moments alongside the iconic shows that got us here. From Bravo to Love Island, Survivor to Big Brother, and the forgotten gems we still can't stop talking about, expect hilarious recaps, hot takes, and plenty of nostalgia.

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  • Today · 1 hr 15 min

    BookTok, Awards Season, Southern Charm, RHOSLC and Amy Adams w/ Josh Lora (@tellthebees)

    We are diving into the State of Culture today, fresh off the midterms, with culture connisuerr, Josh Lora of Tell the Bees! We dive into every topic you could imagine, what bravo we’re up to date on, BookTok, La Bola Negra, Awards Season, Josh’s Southern Charm binge, and JUSTICE for Amy Adams! ENJOY! This episode is sponsored by LOLA! For 35% off your LOLA BLANKET! USE CODE: DUMPSTER https://lolablankets.com/dumpster For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Saturday · 1 hr 28 min

    RHOSLC S7 Ep.8 Recap w/ Noor (@therealityispod)

    A bright week… a dark episode. We dive into the sentence that rocked RHOSLC… and try to make sense of the discourse. We promise LOLz are still had! ENJOY! This episode is sponsored by LOLA! For 35% off your LOLA BLANKET! USE CODE: DUMPSTER https://lolablankets.com/dumpster For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepodFOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Friday · 38 min

    Deep Dive: RHOA S5 Ep.3 Recap

    It’s Miss USA okay??? NOT Miss America! An iconic moment unpacked in this week’s deep dive. RHOA S5 Ep.3! ENJOY! For Early Access version of the show, subscribe to the Patreon or join as a Member on the YouTube channel! FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Thursday · 43 min

    RHONY S16 Ep.9 Recap

    A LOT has happened since I was last on the mic last week. Life updates, and RHONY Ep.9 recap! ENJOY! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • November 1 · 1 hr 1 min

    The State of Pop Music w/ DJ Louie (@djlouiexiv)

    We are diverting from Reality TV this week, and diving into the STATE OF POP (music)! DJ Louie (Pop Pantheon) joins me to chat about formative pop moments, who we’re listening to now, and who you SHOULD be listening to next! ENJOY! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 30 · 1 hr 21 min

    RHOSLC S7 Ep.7 Recap w/ Noor (@therealityispod)

    We’ve got another oner from the women of RHOSLC! They really operate their best locked in a room, don’t they? ENJOY! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 29 · 58 min

    Survivor 51, RHOSLC, & RHONY S16 Ep.8 Recap w/ Jake Cornell (@jakecornell)

    RHONY RECAP BEGINS 20:00 ish Friend of the pod, Jake Cornell, returns to help me dive into HAVANA NIGHTS ON THE UWS! We also chat Survivor 51, the high-low NYC lifestyle, and the state of Salt Lake City. And go check out Jake on TOUR through the end of the year! ENJOY! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 28 · 52 min

    Deep Dive: RHOA S5 Ep.2 Recap

    Diving back into the ancient texts this week (RHOA S5 EP2)! Egg rolls, Mac and Cheese Balls, and ranch?! Yeah… that happened. ENJOY! For Early Access version of the show, subscribe to the Patreon or join as a Member on the YouTube channel! FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 25 · 1 hr 4 min

    The Golden Life, vs. RHONY, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, & Formative Horror w/ Jason Zeffir (@jasonzeffir)

    In honor of spooky season, I’m joined by author of Zombies of the Upper East Side, Jasson Zeffir. We dive into formative horror moments, and the state of our Legacy Bravo shows. GO BUY JASONS BOOK! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 23 · 49 min

    RHOSLC S7 Ep.6 Recap

    SEAL YOUR MOUTH LIKE YOUR LAWSUITS Well one thing that’s not sealed? The holes in the ceiling of my office… so I’m taking to the bed for this episode. Lots to unpack about the beginning of Mary and Angie’s relationship split… ENJOY! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 23 · 50 min

    RHONY S16 Ep.7 Recap

    RHONY RECAP BEGINS 15:00 ish Had to take a moment to dive into the online discourse around Carole, casting, and what makes a good show anymore. After that wraps, I dive into another fab ep on Mosquito island! ENJOY! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 20 · 52 min

    Deep Dive: RHOA S5 Ep.1 Recap

    The time has ARRIVED! Our next Deep Dive series! I am thrilled to be getting into the RHOA catalog with RHOA S5. Kenya and Porsha join the show, Cynthia and Phaedra are settled, Kim is…. Pregnant, Kandi may be small (OOOOOOH), and Nene is… a star. ENJOY! For Early Access version of the show, subscribe to the Patreon or join as a Member on the YouTube channel! FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 16 · 1 hr 15 min

    RHOSLC S7 Ep.5 w/ Noor (@TheRealityisPod)

    HIPOCRISY AND BULLLLLLSHIT! MANIPULATION! Sorry... it’s a banger! Noor and I dive into Ep.5 of RHOSLC S7! ENJOY! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 15 · 47 min

    RHONY S16 Ep.6 Recap

    Continue to be BLOWN away by this amazing season of housewives. Carole’s talking about the files, Sai’s holding Erin’s feet to the fire, Erin vs. some shattered glass, and Hailey’s still on the edibles! WHEWWWWW! ENJOY! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 12 · 39 min

    RHOP S11 Premiere Recap!

    Had to take to the mic on Karen’s GRANDE (DAME) return to TV! Green eyed antics! And… Wendy…. looks stun against all odds. ENJOY! For Early Access version of the show, subscribe to the Patreon or join as a Member on the YouTube channel! FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 10 · 1 hr 3 min

    RHOSLC S7 Ep.4 w/ Noor (@TheRealityisPod)

    Someone pass the lip liner… the girls are (still) fighting about tooth brushes. Noor and I chat RHOSLC Ep.4. ENJOY For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 7 · 33 min

    RHONY S16 Ep.5 Recap

    HOUSEWIVES ON THEEE ISLANDDD! Now…. I think I have some hot takes about the island life… This is a RHONY S16 Ep.5 recap. ENJOY! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 7 · 1 hr 4 min

    RHUGT: Roaring 20th Finale w/ Ryan Bailey (@sobaditsgoodwithryanbailey)

    Family is here to help me wrap up a stellar season of RHUGT! Ryan Bailey! Catch Ryan and I recapping RHONY this season on the So Bad Its Good feed. ENJOY! For Early Access version of the show, subscribe to the Patreon or join as a Member on the YouTube channel! FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 6 · 14 min

    Southern Charm S12 Trailer Reactions!

    BABADOOOOOO Baddies Charleston dropped their trailer… and I’ve got thoughts! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • October 4 · 1 hr 10 min

    Deep Dive: The Swan: Behind the Mirror w/ Kendrick Tucker (@withkendricktucker)

    It’s a crossover event! I Ken Not x Dumpster Dive! Kendrick and I dive DEEP into The Swan: Behind the Mirror (Hulu). This episode contains conversations around ED, if that is a trigger for you, please protect your peace. We love you! For an early access / ad free version of this episode, subscribe to the Patreon! www.patreon.com/dumpsterdivepod FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM 🌈 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetomhamlett/⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dumpsterdivepod/⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumpster-dive-a-reality-tv-deep-dive/id1533780254 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0awy546ii0r4tLodsACf5K Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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