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.

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June 11 · 54 min
This Season’s Crashout Queen Has Clocked In | Love Island USA Eps 2-6
Dylan and Chris are back on Mention It All: Island Time to recap Love Island Ep 2-6, and somehow five episodes already feel like 400 years in the villa. They get into Melanie’s many crash outs, Kenzie finally getting picked by Corbin, Sean’s exit, and a sleepover challenge that leaves the strongest couples painted in red flags. Plus, they break down the new bombshells arriving, and why Trinity’s daylight savings confession is the reason some clocks should never be turned back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 9 · 1 hr
The Valley's S3 Slump, Bravo vs. Netflix, & Why We Love Older Housewives Ft. Ben Mandelker
On this Tuesday episode, Dylan is joined by Watch What Crappens co-host Ben Mandelker for a wide-ranging Bravo deep dive. They break down why Summer House continues to thrive while The Valley feels stuck, what’s working so well about In The City, and why Real Housewives of Rhode Island has become Bravo’s biggest breakout success story. Plus, Ben shares his thoughts on RHORI’s Slam Pig drama, Liz’s villain reputation, and who may or may not survive a second season. They also discuss RHOA’s resurgence, Angela Oakley and K. Michelle’s impact on the cast, why Bravo succeeds where Netflix reality TV falls short, and whether Housewives are simply more entertaining when they’re a little older. Finally, Ben talks about bringing Watch What Crappens to the cabaret stage with his new live show, "Forbidden Housewives". Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 5 · 1 hr 9 min
Amanda & West’s Reunion Flop, Dark Liz Comes To RHORI, & RHOA Fires On All Cylinders
Back from vacation and ready to dive back into Bravo drama, Dylan wastes no time sinking his teeth into the first two parts of the Summer House reunion. While everyone else is dialed in for the performance of a lifetime, West and Amanda aren’t making a compelling case. Plus, new info about KJ and Dara’s relationship adds more unanswered questions to the mix. Then, Dylan discusses a concerning episode of Real Housewives of Rhode Island, where Liz’s sinister side rears its head in her confusing war against Jo-Ellen. Later, Dylan lauds the latest episodes of RHOA, with sidewalk confessionals, friendship contracts, and Drew’s messy team of gays. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 4 · 55 min
Love Island Is Back! First Impressions, Bombshells, & Hot Takes From The S8 Premiere
Love Island USA Season 8 is officially underway, and we're already locked in. On the premiere episode of Mention It All: Island Time, hosts Dylan and Chris break down the villa's icebreaker challenge that was anything but subtle, share their first impressions of the Islanders, and pick their favorite opening couples. From chaotic Gemini Moon energy to a bombshell who nearly made us jump off a balcony, the villa wasted absolutely no time reminding us why summer belongs to Love Island. Can you handle the heat this season is bringing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 2 · 28 min
Garcelle Tells All: Leaving RHOBH, Protecting Her Peace, & What's Next
On this Tuesday episode, Dylan is joined by Garcelle Beauvais to talk about her new Audible memoir, 'Protecting My Peace At All Costs'. She shares why she decided it was time to leave The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, what she’s learned about trusting her intuition, and how protecting her peace became non-negotiable. She also opens up about evolving friendships, raising her twin sons, and stepping into a new season of life focused on producing, creating, and letting things unfold naturally. Plus, she reflects on the start of her friendship with Lisa Vanderpump and the end of her friendship with Sutton Stracke. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29 · 46 min
Miss Slam Pig USA v. Rosemary Woods & A Mention It All Mailbag
It’s a vacation week for Dylan, but international borders and timezones can’t stop him from recapping the latest episode of Real Housewives of Rhode Island. Still reeling from the Slam Pig smackdown, the cast picks up the pieces and finds even more things to argue about, as Liz and Alicia’s issues flare up once again. Later in the episode, Dylan dips into the Mention It All Mailbag to answer some listener questions. Who could possibly replace Andy Cohen? Is anyone banned from being an MIA guest? And does Amanda Batula have a trick up her sleeve to get back in America’s good graces? Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 26 · 32 min
Slam Pigs, Mistresses, & Putting Rhode Island On The Map Ft. Rosie DiMare
On this Tuesday episode, Dylan is joined by Rhode Island’s very own Rosie DiMare to break down the RHORI “slam pig” fallout, the notes app rumors, and her escalating feud with Kelsey. She opens up about the Newport trip tension, why she says she has receipts for everything heading into the reunion, and what it’s been like adjusting to fame overnight. Plus, she reacts to Rulla’s mistress scandal, social media backlash, and why she believes viewers should be paying closer attention to Liz as the season spirals further. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 22 · 1 hr 6 min
The End Of A Summer House Era, A Marriage, & Rosie’s Haircut Appointment
It’s the end of another week, and Dylan is electrified from a couple of Tuesday night TV developments: the Knicks come-from-behind win, and mostly the historic combination of the Summer House finale and the In The City premiere. Will we ever see Lindsay and Carl again? What will Summer House look like next year? And how many times will Kyle and Amanda have the same fight before calling it quits? Only time will tell. After a lengthy double recap, Dylan pivots his focus to RHORI, where Rosie and Kelsey get into one of the most intense Housewives screaming matches in recent memory. But not to be outdone, the RHOA trip to Dallas ends with a spicy episode driven by K. Michelle’s suspicions, and Cynthia is left picking up the pieces. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 19 · 28 min
Surviving Summer House Scandal & Thriving In The City Ft. Lindsay Hubbard
Summer House season 10 is heading toward an emotional finish, and Lindsay Hubbard is here to sit down with Dylan to break down everything. From Kyle and Carl’s heated drive way fight of 2025 to the emotional finale that left everyone in tears, Lindsay opens up about filming one of the wildest seasons yet. She also shares what fans can expect from Bravo’s new series In The City, why this next chapter feels so different, and how the cast is navigating all the reunion chaos in real time. Plus, thoughts on fan reactions, reality TV pressure, and why Summer House has become such a cultural obsession right now. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15 · 1 hr 1 min
Carl/Kyle Fight Night, Big Bravo Announcements, & Emmy’s Least Convincing Crashout Yet
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: NBCU Upfronts! Dylan kicks off this week’s episode with a rundown of all the Bravo announcements, including two new shows, a flood of renewals, and the arrival of Peacock microdramas… whatever that means. Next, he digs into the latest episode of Summer House, where the Carl/Kyle altercation turns the house on its head, and West and Amanda share an unsettlingly tender moment. Then, he catches up on Southern Hospitality, where Emmy is still crashing out weekly, and RHOA, where Cynthia is putting in the hard work to get the girls into shape. Finally, Dylan chats about Real Housewives of Rhode Island, and whether Rosie and Kelsey’s armistice from the Newport trip will last. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 12 · 35 min
What It Feels Like To Be On A Bravo Apology Tour Ft. The Valley's Janet Caperna
Janet Caperna joins Dylan to break down everything happening on season 3 of The Valley, from the infamous pool party fallout to her evolving friendships with Kristen, Zack, Jasmine, and the rest of the group. She opens up about navigating the public reaction to the show, why this is the first season she finally feels like herself again after pregnancy and postpartum, and how the pressure of filming can expose cracks in relationships. Plus, Janet shares her thoughts on Brittany getting her sparkle back, Michelle’s “single era,” Lala and Schwartz joining the group, and why Dave & Buster’s might secretly be the key to fixing Bravo friendships. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8 · 59 min
An Instant Classic RHOA Moment, RHOBH’s S15 Autopsy, & More Summer House Red Flags
The vibes are high for this week’s recap episode, and Dylan starts by digging into some updates from around the reality TV universe. Whitney’s leaving MomTok (for good this time), Martha Stewart is filming for RHONY, and someone is getting a little too much credit as a Reality Mastermind… Moving on, Dylan is on cloud nine recapping this week’s RHOA, with an epic argument between Angela and Pinky that feels like a true return to form. He then breaks down part three of the RHOBH reunion, and takes a hard look at where the franchise goes from here. Later, he gets into RHORI’s trip to Newport, and the latest Amanda/West red flags on Summer House. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 5 · 34 min
RHORI’s First Season Success, Sharing It Al,l & Why This Cast Just Works Ft. Kelsey Swanson
This week, Dylan is joined by Kelsey Swanson for a deep dive into all things RHORI, starting with the show’s breakout first season and the cast dynamics that have people hooked. From Rosie drama and group chat tension to a notes app reveal, Kelsey walks through how some of these issues started before the cameras were even rolling. She also opens up about her relationship, the “sugar baby” accusations, and how she’s handled the reaction from fans. Plus, they break down Rulla’s ongoing marriage drama, Joellen’s role in it, and what it’s been like watching everything play out in real time. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1 · 1 hr 2 min
Detective Jo-Ellen Clocks In, A Leaky Summer House Reunion, & Farewell To Ladies of London
It’s the end of another long week, and Dylan turns to the one thing that always keeps on giving: Bravo mess. He kicks off the episode with a rundown of the latest Summer House updates, including leaks from the reunion set, and what Lindsay and Bailey had to say about West and Amanda on Watch What Happens Live This Week. From there, he digs into this week’s Summer House, which felt more like a soft launch for In The City. With Danielle back in the fold and a host of newbies on the way, is this show what we need right now? Next, Dylan turns his attention to Real Housewives of Rhode Island, where Jo-Ellen’s continued investigations into Brian’s mistress situation have Rulla reeling. Later, he unpacks the season finale of Ladies of London, and assesses the overall impact of the rebooted franchise. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 28 · 31 min
Inside LVP's Empire: Saving The Dogs, Villa Drama, & More Ft. Lisa Vanderpump
On this Tuesday’s episode, Dylan is joined by the one and only Lisa Vanderpump to talk her ever-expanding empire, and what it really takes to stay on top after 15+ years in reality TV. They get into filming the new season of Vanderpump Villa in a stunning English estate, why bringing in reality star guests changed everything, and which cast members are already causing chaos. They also dive into her passion for the Vanderpump Dog Foundation, saving thousands of dogs, and remembering Giggy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 24 · 1 hr 10 min
West & Amanda Dig Themselves Even Deeper… Plus RHORI, Southern Hospitality & RHOBH Reunion
Another week, another tranche of Summer House updates. While Amanda and West canoodle at a Yankees game, Ciara is booking magazine covers, DWTS opportunities, and every brand deal under the sun. Dylan kicks things off with all the latest news, and then gets into this week’s episode of Summer House, which is a doozy. West’s focusing all of his energy on getting back into Ciara’s good graces, but it’ll be a short-lived return to BFF-dom. Also, Mia is the cast’s new rising star, and her emotional arc is giving this season a much needed element. From there, Dylan discusses another great ep of RHORI, and Alicia’s latest additions to our lexicon (pizza chips?!). He also catches up on Southern Hospitality, where things aren’t looking good for Emmy, and shares some thoughts from the first part of the RHOBH reunion. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 21 · 25 min
Second Season Resets & Learning From The RHOA Vets Ft. Angela Oakley
On this week's Tuesday episode, Angela Oakley joins Dylan to break down the latest RHOA drama. She opens up about her season 2 glow up, how she handled the reunion drama, and why she took matters into her own hands during the offseason. Plus, she shares where things stand with Phaedra now, her thoughts on Drew and K. Michelle’s feud, and how she’s navigating friendships in the group, along with her real-life relationship with Charles Oakley, and why this season feels more fun, messy, and authentic than ever. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 21 · 1 hr 5 min
Miami Mugshots, Amanda’s Nightmare Episode, & RHORI/RHOBH Updates
Breaking news: Monkey’s got a mugshot. Dylan kicks off this week’s Bravo roundup episode with the important news out of Miami about Lisa Hochstein’s alleged criminal activity in her divorce. Will this be the push Bravo needs to un-pause RHOM? From there, he braces himself for a very bumpy episode of Summer House, where Amanda and West are both making themselves look even worse for very different reasons. Meanwhile, Ciara and Mia are rising above it all with a connection that feels genuinely refreshing. Later, it’s another great week for the new Rhode Island Housewives, with an unexpected feud developing, lots of hilarious one-liners, and an ill-fated trip to Studio 54. Dylan rounds out the show with a discussion of the RHOBH season finale, and a tip of the hat to Ladies of London. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 14 · 39 min
Witnessing The Summer House Scandal, RHOA's New Era, & Why Bravo Runs The Culture Ft. Symone Sanders-Townsend
On this week’s Tuesday episode, Dylan is joined by Bravo superfan MS NOW’s Symone Sanders Townsend to break down the latest Summer House chaos involving West, Amanda, and Ciara, plus why the fallout has become such a huge conversation online. They also get into The Real Housewives of Atlanta return, The Real Housewives of Rhode Island getting messy fast, and why Bravo continues to shape culture in ways that go far beyond reality TV. They also talk about Bravo in DC, the overlap between politics and pop culture, and why reality TV remains one of the most revealing mirrors of how we live now. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 10 · 1 hr 9 min
Rhode Island’s Epic Arrival, In The City Intel & RHOBH Running On Fumes
At the end of another busy week, Dylan sits down to talk about what’s been on his mind the most: Alicia from Real Housewives of Rhode Island. He unpacks all the shocking revelations (and instant classic vocal stims) from the second episode of RHORI, and gives some friendly advice to Rulla after her first appearance. Next, he breaks down the season premiere of RHOA, featuring the arrival of K. Michelle and some lingering drama from last year. From there, it’s on to the latest episode of RHOBH, which somehow isn’t the season finale. With Dorit on the outs with half the cast, where do we really go from here? And how similar is this situation to the dreaded days of the Fox Force Five? Earlier in the episode, Dylan also covers the latest news from the world of Summer House and the news about the spinoff, In The City. Go to the BravoByBetches YouTube page to watch full length episodes every Tuesday & Friday: Youtube.com/@BravoByBetches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices