Reality Hangover

The Ringer

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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Mar 16, 2021 · 59 min
Reacting to the Season Finale of ‘The Bachelor’ With Van Lathan
Juliet is joined by Van Lathan to discuss what we saw in "After the Final Rose" and the season finale of 'The Bachelor.' They talk through Matt's reasoning for why he's no longer with Rachael Kirkconnell (5:40), give their thoughts on Jon the Scorpio and Patty (31:10), and discuss Emmanuel Acho's performance as the host (50:50). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Van Lathan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 11, 2021 · 58 min
Reflecting on ‘The Real World: Chicago’ With Kyle Brandt
Juliet is joined by 'Real World' alum Kyle Brandt to take a look back on his season in 2001. They reflect on the legends Aneesa and Tonya (7:30), talk about his experience being in the house during 9/11 (26:45), and discuss whether or not Kyle would participate in a version of the new show, 'The Real World Homecoming: New York' (46:35). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Kyle Brandt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 9, 2021 · 38 min
Breaking Down Matt’s Fantasy Suite Week With Rachel Lindsay
Juliet is joined by Rachel Lindsay to talk about Matt’s conversation with his dad at the beginning of this episode and why it felt exploitative (1:00), how it impacted the rest of his dates (14:48), and why ‘The Bachelor’ just can’t seem to get it right when it comes to conversations about race (19:31). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 6, 2021 · 1 hr 5 min
Nine Ways to Fix ‘The Bachelor,’ With Jared Freid
Juliet is joined by Jared Freid to brainstorm ideas for the 'Bachelor' franchise. They run through their top nine fixes, including adding dates the lead can afford (16:45), utilizing immunity idols (26:40), going on double dates (36:10), and more! Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Jared Freid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 2, 2021 · 39 min
Breaking Down the "Women Tell All" With Amelia Wedemeyer
Amelia Wedemeyer joins Juliet to discuss the "Women Tell All" (1:15). They also talk about what made 'The Bachelor' a more fun show in the past and recommend other reality TV shows to watch (32:01). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 26, 2021 · 44 min
Mike Johnson on Life After ‘The Bachelor’
Juliet is joined by former 'Bachelorette' contestant Mike Johnson to discuss his life after appearing on the show. They talk about his current endeavors (12:45), dating after the show (26:15), and what we can expect from him next (37:11). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mike Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 23, 2021 · 57 min
Breaking Down Matt's Hometown Dates With Rachel Lindsay
Juliet is joined by Rachel Lindsay to break down all of Matt's hometown dates. They talk about Michelle's sweet relationship with her parents (6:16), how they felt while watching Rachael's date in light of recent controversy (14:34), Bri's very boring date (31:08), and Serena P.'s self-exit from the show (38:11). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 18, 2021 · 44 min
What’s Next for ‘The Bachelor’ Franchise With Ashley Spivey
Juliet is joined by former ‘Bachelor’ contestant Ashley Spivey to discuss the Chris Harrison controversy and what they’d like to see change in the franchise (2:22). Then they talk about Ashley’s book club and what they’ve both been reading (32:21). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Ashley Spivey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 16, 2021 · 57 min
Chris Harrison Steps Away From 'The Bachelor.' Plus, Breaking Down This Week's Episode With Amelia Wedemeyer.
Juliet is joined by Amelia Wedemeyer to talk about Chris Harrison's announcement over the weekend that he will temporarily step away as the host of 'The Bachelor' (1:00). Then they get into this week's episode including Heather's very brief appearance (13:23), all of the other women who got sent home (20:40), and the remaining women going into hometown dates (34:33). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 12, 2021 · 26 min
Rachel Lindsay and Van Lathan on Race and ‘The Bachelor’
Rachel tells her cohost Van Lathan about her ‘Extra’ interview with Chris Harrison on 'Higher Learning.' They discuss Harrison's response, Rachael Kirkconnell's apology, and the bigger issue of race within the franchise. Host: Juliet Litman, Rachel Lindsay, and Van Lathan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 9, 2021 · 49 min
Bachelorette Speculation, Tyler C.'s Return, and Matt's Remaining Women With Lauren Zima
Juliet is joined by Entertainment Tonight's Lauren Zima to talk about speculation around who will be the next Bachelorette (1:00), what they've learned about Matt as the Bachelor seven weeks in (18:15), the return of Tyler C. to our TV screens (23:38), and the showdown between Jessenia and MJ (33:45). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Zima Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 4, 2021 · 55 min
Mid-Season Bachelor Superlatives With Callie Rivers Curry
Juliet is joined by Callie Rivers Curry to hand out awards! They discuss who had the best style (12:30), whom they’d want to quarantine with (25:00), and who won the award for MVP (40:30). Plus: thoughts on the reality TV show 'The Challenge.' Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Callie Rivers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 2, 2021 · 1 hr 18 min
Breaking Down 'The Bachelor' Halfway Point With Mina Kimes and Mike Golic Jr.
Juliet is joined by ESPN's Mina Kimes and Mike Golic Jr. to break down this week's episode of 'The Bachelor.' They talk about Anna and Victoria finally getting the boot (1:15), Rachael and Matt's monumental one-on-one date (20:27), Kit's more forgettable one-on-one (38:42), and who shined during this week's group date (44:06). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Mina Kimes and Mike Golic Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 28, 2021 · 49 min
A Rundown of Matt James and the Women
Juliet is joined by Nora Princiotti for a ‘Bachelor’ check-in. They weigh in on Matt James as the lead (1:00) and discuss their favorite women and memorable moments of the season (19:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nora Princiotti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 26, 2021 · 57 min
Five New Women and a Whole Lot of New Drama
Juliet is joined by Amelia Wedemeyer to break down Clare and Dale’s breakup and this week’s episode of ‘The Bachelor.’ They talk about the sweet moments between Matt and Chelsea and Matt and Michelle (2:28), the nastiness that came from MJ, Victoria, and Anna (16:33), and the five new women who arrived this week (29:57). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 21, 2021 · 50 min
A Closer Look at This Season’s Women
Juliet is joined by Kevin O’Connor to recap Week 3 and discuss the women still in the running for Matt’s heart. They break down the erotica group date (5:00) before addressing the women who stood out (16:00) and their favorites thus far (29:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Kevin O'Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 19, 2021 · 53 min
Breaking Down All of the Week 3 Drama With Natasha Parker
Juliet is joined by former ‘Bachelor’ contestant Natasha Parker to break down this week’s episode of ‘The Bachelor.’ They talk about all the drama surrounding Sarah and whether or not the women were right to be mad at her (1:00), the erotica-themed group date (29:10), and Serena P.’s sweet one-on-one date with Matt (38:06). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Natasha Parker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 14, 2021 · 57 min
ESPN’s Jay Bilas on Bachelor Nation and Reality TV
Juliet is joined by ESPN analyst Jay Bilas to discuss 'The Bachelor’ and reality TV favorites. They weigh in on the first two episodes of Matt James’s season (12:30), the athletes in Bachelor Nation (20:30), and the correlation between 'The Bachelor' and their favorite reality TV shows ‘Top Chef,’ ‘Chopped,’ and ‘The Real World’ (27:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Jay Bilas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 12, 2021 · 57 min
Drama With Victoria and the First Group Dates With Jared Freid
Week 2 has begun and Matt James's season is in full swing! James and the contestants continue the search for love at Nemacolin and Jared Freid joins Juliet to discuss the weirdness from Victoria, the wild first group date, and the early favorites out of this season. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Jared Freid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 7, 2021 · 1 hr 1 min
‘The Bachelor’ Matt James Is Here! Plus, Fan Favorite Ivan Hall.
Juliet is joined by the current Bachelor, Matt James, to discuss his journey to find love. They talk about his preparation for the show, his experience meeting the women, and how he navigated his role as ‘The Bachelor’ (1:00). Then fan favorite Ivan Hall joins to discuss his journey on Clare and Tayshia’s season and what we can expect next from him (18:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Matt James and Ivan Hall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices