Sep 11, 2024 · 33 min
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TV & Film
Mention It All
Betches Media
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.
- 929 episodes
- Updated Friday
Episodes929
- MISep 9, 2024 · 47 min
How Do Mormon Wives Stack Up To Housewives? Ft. Gibson Johns
It’s been a relatively quiet time in the Real Housewives calendar, but there’s a new of wives to discuss, and Gibson Johns is just the person to help Dylan do it. They talk about Hulu’s breakout hit The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, including key differences from RHOSLC, the bizarre role of #MomTok, and where the show might be headed in a second season. Later, they talk about Kristen Doute’s well-timed engagement, and what we know about RHOM filming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MISep 6, 2024 · 37 min
A Lenny Hochstein Update & Shannon Writes A Big Check
It’s a sad day in Bravoland, as Lenny Hochstein and his mistress-turned-fianceé have broken off their engagement. Now, will he and Lisa finally get divorced? Dylan ponders this question, and as he turns his attention to RHOC, Jenn Pedranti’s long-simmering divorce situation is even more depressing. He recaps the group’s departure for Sonoma, and where things stand in the Shannon v. Alexis war as things come to a climax in the battle of the $75k. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MISep 4, 2024 · 41 min
The RHODubai Report Card
Coming in hot from the holiday weekend, Dylan brings news of Phaedra’s Dancing With The Stars casting, as well as Mauricio’s Netflix cancellation. Then, he discusses Tamra Judge’s facial journey, and why being open about plastic surgery is smart on many levels. Later, it’s RHODubai finale week, and as the season comes to a close, Dylan tries to make sense of where it all went wrong for Ayan and Lesa. Will things finally make sense after the reunion? We can only hope so, but it seems unlikely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MISep 2, 2024 · 37 min
The Alley Behind MIA: The Rachel Zoe Project
As summer wraps up, we’ve got a new series dedicated to throwbacks and deep dives into the Bravo vault—it’s The Alley Behind MIA! To kick things off, Dylan is ready to die over the first season of The Rachel Zoe Project, and it’s a wild ride through the fashion faux pas and tabloid controversies of the mid-2000s. From fashion week to award season, Rachel and the Zoe Camp are like a 2008 fever dream, but how has the show aged 16 years later? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 30, 2024 · 39 min
Alexis Gets Engaged, Brittany Gets Divorced
The week comes to a close with a few major Bravo news updates, along with our regularly scheduled RHOC recap. First, Dylan shares the latest on Tom Girardi’s trial, and then he tries to contain his excitement about Brittany Cartwright finally filing for divorce from Jax Taylor. She’s free!! Then, he dives into Alexis Bellino and John Janssen’s cursed engagement announcement, and what it means for the upcoming OC reunion. Later, Dylan pivots to the actual OC episode, which sees Tamra host (almost) all of the ladies at a Traitors-themed party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 28, 2024 · 42 min
When A Comeback Goes Wrong Ft. Louis Peitzman
Midway through the RHOC season, Dylan is joined by writer Louis Peitzman, who has lots of thoughts on Alexis Bellino’s comeback experiment. They discuss why her approach this season is falling so flat, and the particular difficulties of being a friend of. Later, Dylan picks Louis’s brain on the upcoming seasons of RHONY and RHOSLC, and whether there’s hope for RHODubai after a second season that hasn’t made much noise. They also discuss Jo’s declaration that she’s moving on from… whatever she had with Tom Schwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 26, 2024 · 36 min
Give Me Your Keys, We’re Going Back To 2008
With Bravo’s current schedule a little light, Dylan dives into the vault and comes up with an underappreciated gem: Tabatha’s Salon Takeover. He talks about the recession-era vibes that made the show so great, and why it 100% holds up to a present-day binge. Earlier in the show, he has some Bravo updates from every corner of the internet, including Brandi Glanville’s latest ploy for attention and Kathy Hilton’s puzzling estate sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 23, 2024 · 42 min
Kumbaya, My Lexie
With the RHOC cast still on their dueling trip-lets, Dylan assesses the vibes in both La Quinta and Big Bear on this week’s episode. He also narrates the latest updates in Shannon v. Lexie, and the newly-discovered layers of Shannon and John’s financial fight. Earlier, Dylan shares news from various nooks and crannies of the Bravo world, from Melissa Gorga’s podcast appearance to Kandi Burruss’s big new gig. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 21, 2024 · 41 min
RHOSLC Is Carrying Bravo On Its Back
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 addition to RHONY. Later, he recaps this week’s RHODubai, where the heat has been reduced to a critical level upon the group’s return from Bali. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 19, 2024 · 44 min
Will We Ever See Another “Legacy” Show?
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, and a few more reactions to Dance Moms: A New Era. Later, he gives some recommendations for those who have finished binging Housewives (including a tantalizing new show) and spills the tea on his worst Bravoleb interaction. Finally, he ponders whether another franchise besides RHONY could be in line for the Legacy treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 16, 2024 · 35 min
Larsa Lights, OC Fights, & Dance Moms… Delights?
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 Miami news that isn’t being captured by the cameras, and gushes about the unexpected excellence of the new Dance Moms reboot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 14, 2024 · 42 min
RHONY’s Return & Dubai’s Offline Drama
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. The Bali trip brings new material, but also… does anyone care? The real Dubai drama, however, is happening in real time on social media, and Dylan tries to make sense of the new rift between Sara and Saba. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 12, 2024 · 44 min
Rails Fails & Stassi’s Reality Comeback Ft. Kiki Monique
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-comedy series? And is she actually working at Vanderpump Villa? Later, they unpack the RHONJ’s not-a-reunion reunion, and why it wasn’t a satisfying culmination of a strange season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 9, 2024 · 40 min
Are We Getting Real Housewives of Palm Beach? (Plus RHOC!)
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 about a potential new reality show set in Palm Beach, and how it may differ from the Housewives franchises we’re used to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 7, 2024 · 31 min
Some Housewives Are Sleeper Hits Ft. Emily Simpson
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 show, and how Emily feels about Alexis’s choices this season. Of course, they also dissect the feuds between Jenn/Gina and Heather/Katie, and Emily isn’t afraid to voice her opinions on any of it. Later, she shares some insights into her social media strategy, and her unique view on watching the show (or not). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 6, 2024 · 51 min
Jersey’s Last Dance Ft. Ben Mandelker
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 ruined a friendship, Danielle’s frustrating family situation, and the confusing lack of follow-through on the Bo Dietl storyline this season. Then, they unpack Dolores’ last supper at Rails Steakhouse, where the only real change in the group dynamic is Jackie’s exile. To finish on a lighter note, they talk about why Ben still loves Below Deck, and how other similar shows have failed to measure up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIAug 2, 2024 · 41 min
Is Vicki The Next Jen Shah?
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 necessary? Later, he digs into the drama between Heather Dubrow and Katie, and why the newbie needs to take her foot off the gas until she’s been around a bit longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIJul 31, 2024 · 48 min
Carl’s Soft Opening & Phaedra’s Hard Launch
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 might be more misguided than its shady name. Then, Dylan answers some listener questions, from his RHONJ casting prescription to which Bravolebs could possibly replace Andy Cohen. He also decides which Bravoleb he's sharing a cider with, sponsored by Angry Orchard Hard Cider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- MIJul 29, 2024 · 47 min
A Legal Bombshell Enters The Villa… Sort Of
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 shares what we know about the upcoming Housewives dating show, and why it’s a smart move at this phase in the Peacock x Bravo relationship. Later, he goes long on Real Housewives of New Jersey, where Teresa finally shows her hand in the case of The People vs. Margaret Josephs. Did her season-long gambit to sink her rival pay off? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices