Reality Hangover

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Juliet Litman and Callie Curry discuss the most pressing topics in reality TV, from 'Love Island' to 'The Traitors,' 'The Bachelor' to 'Love Is Blind,' 'Mormon Wives' to 'Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders,' and much more. They are the cultural anthropologists you need to understand what you're watching on TV. And there won't be an episode of Reality Hangover without digressions into the world of sports, parenting, and anything else on their minds.

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Yesterday · 1 hr
‘House of Stassi’ Has Us Hooked
Today, Juliet and Callie separate their love of the art from the artist while discussing ‘House of Stassi’ on Hulu. They talk about some of the main story lines from the first half of the season, like Stassi’s relationship with her husband and Katie agreeing to be part of the show. They then share their favorite moments from ‘Vanderpump Rules’ before discussing the makeover that ‘Married at First Sight’ has received since they’ve last tuned in. (00:00) Intro (06:21) ‘House of Stassi’ Recap (28:00) Favorite ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Moments (39:36) ‘Married at First Sight’ Recap This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thursday · 47 min
‘Love Is Blind’ NYC Is Casting! Plus, ‘Big Brother’ Season 28 Updates
On today’s episode, Callie tries to convince Juliet to apply to ‘Love Is Blind,’ which is currently casting in New York. Callie explains that there are some great catches on ‘Married at First Sight,' and they talk about the difficulty of getting into workout routines as working moms. Finally, they catch up on ‘Big Brother,’ discussing how Jason is growing on them and how much fun Devens seems to be having on the show. This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 27 · 1 hr 4 min
Taylor Hale Returns to Talk ‘Big Brother’!
Today, Callie is joined by 'Big Brother' champion and expert Taylor Hale! Together, they dissect the two very different shows between the livestream and the episodes airing on TV. They get into the gameplay of specific players like Jason and Kamu, and Taylor chooses her top three players this season. This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Host: Callie Curry Guest: Taylor Hale Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 20 · 50 min
We’re All In on ‘Big Brother’!
Today, Juliet and Callie start the podcast by discussing news from the Bravo world, including ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ star Angie Katsanevas’s separation announcement. They discuss more unfortunate updates from Taylor Frankie Paul before getting into ‘Big Brother’ now that Juliet is all caught up! Finally, they check in on ‘The Ultimatum’ and briefly discuss what the ‘Love Island USA’ cast members are up to now. (00:00) Intro (04:34) Angie Katsanevas’s separation announcement (08:00) Taylor Frankie Paul updates (11:42) ‘Big Brother’ recap (33:47) ‘The Ultimatum’ check-in This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 16 · 59 min
Reunited in the Studio! ‘Big Brother’ Season 28, Post-Villa ‘Love Island USA,’ and ‘Special Forces’ Cast Updates
Today, Callie joins Juliet in the studio, and they start off the podcast by addressing the hate that the ‘Love Island USA’ contestants are getting now that they are out of the villa. They go through the ‘Special Forces’ Season 5 cast, and they share updates on Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘Bachelorette’ season. Finally, they recap the beginning of Season 28 of ‘Big Brother’! (00:00) Intro (07:42) ‘Love Island USA’ post-finale updates (17:31) ‘Special Forces’ cast breakdown (30:59) Taylor Frankie Paul check-in (36:30) ‘Big Brother’ Season 28 recap This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 13 · 1 hr 6 min
Falling Asleep During the ‘Love Island USA’ Finale
Today, Juliet and Callie break down the lackluster ‘Love Island USA’ finale. They compare each of the final four dates and discuss family night, starting with Sincere and Melanie’s dramatic family advice. Finally, they choose their top five moments from the season, top three most influential people in the villa, and the top three things they wish they got from this season. (00:00) Intro (02:55) ‘Love Island USA’ recap (36:31) Top moments and people from this season This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 9 · 44 min
Final Days in the Villa
Juliet and Callie begin today’s episode by discussing some reality TV news, including what's happening in the worlds of 'Big Brother' and 'SLOMW.' Then they move to ‘Love Island’ to discuss who will win the competition, Zach and Kayda’s situationship, and why Melanie and Sincere have so much momentum in the villa. 00:00) Intro (05:45) Rick Devens and 'Big Brother' (11:33) Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen (20:18) 'Love Island' (34:20) 'Love Island' U.K. (40:18) 'Worst Neighbor Ever' This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie and Michael Szokoli Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 6 · 1 hr 3 min
Callie Mourns Her Favorite Islander | ‘Love Island USA’ Recap
Today, Juliet and Callie discuss the loss of their favorite and most entertaining islander from the villa. They discuss how this season is slowly devolving, and they try to understand how Sincere got to sleep in a bed while Melanie slept with owls. Callie explains why ‘Love Island U.K.’ is so much better than the U.S. version this season before they make their winner predictions and address the hate that Aftersun is getting. (00:00) Intro (03:14) ‘Love Island USA’ Recap (16:00) Sincere and Melanie (27:50) Why is U.K. better than U.S. version? (43:23) Winner predictions (47:57) Aftersun discussion This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 2 · 1 hr
Pure Cinema on 'Love Island USA' Movie Night!
Today, Juliet and Callie immediately know they are going to disagree about movie night on ‘Love Island USA.’ Before they get into it, they talk about reality TV news, starting with Lindsay Hubbard and Matt James being seen on a date in New York (02:54), Taylor Frankie Paul entering rehab and what this means for her ‘Bachelorette’ season, and ‘Bachelor’ producer Julie LaPlaca publishing a book about her affair with Pilot Pete. Then, at last, they get into the revealing movie night on ‘Love Island USA,’ starting with Kayda’s realization that Zach has been lying to her. They argue who is in the right between KC and Aniya, applaud Corbin’s performance throughout the night, and fear for what is to come for Sincere. (00:00) Intro (00:00) Lindsay Hubbard and Matt James Date (05:38) Taylor Frankie Paul Rehab (07:24) Julie LaPlaca’s Book (13:39) ‘Love Island USA’ Movie Night Recap (13:39) Kayda Realization (18:32 KC and Aniya (33:18) Sincere’s Movie (39:46) Updated Thoughts on Titi This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 29 · 1 hr 6 min
Let’s Get Aniya Home | ‘Love Island USA’ Casa Recoupling Recap
On today’s episode, Juliet and Callie dive right into Aniya’s reaction to KC bringing back Titi from Casa Amor. They debate who is in the wrong before moving on to the happy couples, starting with Bryce and Zach. They discuss the hate Tefi and Ciara have been getting on Aftersun, and they continue to appreciate Corbin’s robotic reactions. Finally, they catch up on Season 3 of ‘America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders,’ sharing their thoughts on the coaches, Dayton’s audition, and Reece’s fame outside the show. (00:00) Intro (01:59) Aniya and KC’s Recoupling (25:33) Happy recouplings (34:35) Heart Rate Challenge reveal (39:00) Corbin GPT (49:44) ‘America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 25 · 1 hr 2 min
‘Love Island USA’ Casa Men and Taylor Tangents!
Today, Juliet and Callie start off the podcast by discussing the potential airing of Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘Bachelorette’ next month. Callie asks Juliet to explain the excitement behind Taylor Swift’s rumored Madison Square Garden wedding before they dive into the Casa men on ‘Love Island USA’ this season. They talk about whether or not the women invited the right men to stay, and they agree that Trinity is a generational talent. Finally, they make their predictions on who will bring someone back from Casa Amor. (00:00) Intro (03:21) Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘Bachelorette’ Season (08:21) Taylor Swift’s Wedding (19:44) ‘Love Island USA’ Recap This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 22 · 57 min
Welcome to Reality Hangover! Casa Amor x Movie Night x Heart Rate Challenge on ‘Love Island USA’
Today, Juliet and Callie finally announce the new podcast name! Fittingly, they also break down the best episode of ‘Love Island USA’ yet and the producers' idea to combine Movie Night, the Heart Rate Challenge, and Casa Amor! They rank the men’s Heart Rate Challenge performances, predict who will end up in a new couple, and discuss the word of the week in the villa. (00:00) New name announcement! (03:29) ‘Love Island USA’ Casa Amor changes (11:09) KC in Casa (15:35) Men’s Heart Rate Challenge ranking (24:48) Kayda, Trinity, Bryce, and Zach (28:30) Word of the Week (44:50) Gabe on 'Aftersun' (50:20) Callie and Juliet life updates This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 18 · 56 min
Somebody Save Sol! ‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Updates
Today, Juliet and Callie start off the podcast by addressing the tragic passing of James Barker, ‘Love Island USA’ executive producer. They extend their sincere condolences to his family and the crew. Then they move on to the latest on the show: needing to get Sol out of the villa after she keeps getting treated poorly, KC and Aniya’s slowly declining relationship, Kenzie and Melanie’s category of crazy, Trinity as carrying the show, and Corbin as MIP. (00:00) Intro (01:43) James Barker’s passing (11:29) Sol’s treatment on the island (25:58) KC and Aniya’s relationship and their love for trinity (35:50) Kenzie and Melanie (43:00) CorbinGPT Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 15 · 1 hr 14 min
‘Love Island USA’ Is Getting Good!
Today, Juliet and Callie immediately jump into ‘Love Island USA,’ starting with Sean and Bea’s appearance on Aftersun. They discuss the recoupling, including Sincere’s inability to live up to his own name. They applaud Bryce’s new hairdo, try to make sense of Corbin’s kissing obsession, and predict whether KC and Aniya will last. Finally, Callie shares her recent obsession with Mahjong, and they give their final thoughts on the NBA championship. (00:00) Intro (06:06) Ariana vs. Maya and Aftersun Conversation (21:45) Corbin’s Kissing (24:42) Recoupling and Sincere’s Actions (40:59) Bryce’s Hair Wash (43:45) KC and Aniya (52:57) Mahjong (58:48) NBA Championship This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 11 · 1 hr 1 min
'Love Island USA': Trouble for Melanie and Sincere and the Islanders Surprising Us.
Today, Juliet and Callie continue to brainstorm name ideas for the podcast FKA Bachelor Party. DM them any of your ideas! Then, they get into the latest on Love Island USA: Sean’s post-‘Love Island USA’ social media growth, the drama between Melanie and Sincere after bombshell Sol entered the villa, and Bryce’s former Tumblr life. They make their predictions for who will couple up with the three new bombshells and who that will leave vulnerable to dump, and they disagree with the online chatter that Huda and Melanie are similar. Finally, they discuss the NBA Finals and the politics of fandom as Knicks courtside seats get more and more packed with celebrities who may or may not be Knicks fans. (00:00) Intro (04:01) ‘Love Island USA’ talk (08:34) Sincere, Melanie, and Sol drama (12:12) Bryce’s former Tumblr life (26:41) Ariana’s performance so far (31:50) Recoupling predictions (35:20) Melanie vs. Huda comparison (37:35) Knicks-Spurs Game 4 This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producers: Olivia Crerie and Kate Ahearn Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 8 · 1 hr 1 min
‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Initial Reactions!
Juliet and Callie are back to kick off summer with ‘Love Island USA’! They talk about which couples they think have real chemistry, try to make sense of Trinity’s confession, and choose their favorite islanders so far. Callie tells Juliet about her vacation feeling like a ‘Below Deck’ episode, and they update each other on what else they are currently watching on TV! This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 1 · 29 min
‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Cast Reactions!
Today, Juliet brings us one last ‘What’s Up Monday!’ with a breakdown of the highly anticipated ‘Love Island USA’ cast reveal. She talks about their video introductions and gives each cast member a superlative predicting their time in the villa. At the end, she gives some other reality TV recommendations while we wait for ‘Love Island’ to start up! This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Host: Juliet Litman Producer: Olivia Crerie Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 28 · 53 min
The Name Retirement Tour Begins With Jared Freid!
Today, Juliet is joined by comedian and friend of the pod Jared Freid to discuss the upcoming rebrand of the podcast, take a trip down Bachelor Nation memory lane, and debate the behaviors of the ‘Summer House’ cast members at the reunion. He talks more about his upcoming book 'Walking Red Flag,' but not before sharing his updated thoughts on PopUp Bagels after trying it in Florida. (00:00) Intro (17:21) Most Iconic ‘Bachelor’ Lead (26:43) ‘Summer House’ Reunion Thoughts (46:50) PopUp Bagel Updated Review This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Jared Freid Producer: Olivia Crerie Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 21 · 49 min
‘Survivor 50’ Finale Deep Dive and Hooked on ‘Off Campus’
Today, Juliet and Callie immediately jump into ‘Survivor 50’ finale spoilers, discussing their thoughts on the winner and edit. They rank this season in comparison to others and express their gratitude that ‘Survivor’ is still churning out great TV. Next, they bond over getting sucked in by ‘Off Campus,’ and Callie fills Juliet in on Carter’s most recent school assignment. (00:00) 'Survivor 50’ finale (30:54) 'Off Campus' (40:17) Carter’s poetry This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Host: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 18 · 56 min
Does Jimmy From ‘Perfect Match’ Know What Show He’s On? Plus, Cirie ‘Survivor 50’ Updates
Juliet and Callie are back and immediately jump into Cirie updates from the past week. They debate whether they’d be able to keep their composure on ‘Survivor’ like she does, and they share who they hope wins out of the final four. Next, they share updates on ‘Perfect Match,’ pointing out that Nick Lachey is a better host on his own and laughing at Jimmy’s confusion over how the show works. (00:00) Cirie’s exit interviews after ‘Survivor 50’ (24:40) ‘Perfect Match’ updates This episode is brought to you by Colgate Optic White. The Science of WOW. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices