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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Dec 28, 2020 · 49 min
Looking Back on Clayshia's Season and Previewing Matt's Season With Rob Mills
Juliet is joined by Rob Mills, senior VP of alternative series for ABC, to talk about the work that went into producing Clare and Tayshia's season during COVID (1:31), lessons they learned from that to make Matt's season work (22:55), and whether or not we will be getting a season of 'Bachelor in Paradise' anytime soon (36:44). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rob Mills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 23, 2020 · 47 min
Reacting to the Season Finale of 'The Bachelorette'
Juliet Litman is joined by Nora Princiotti to break down Tayshia's season finale of ‘The Bachelorette.’ They discuss the final four men (8:30), Tayshia's engagement (24:30), and predict what the contestants are up to post-bubble (37:00). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nora Princiotti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 22, 2020 · 1 hr 6 min
Breaking Down the Fantasy Suite Dates With Mallory Rubin
Juliet is joined by Mallory Rubin to break down the three fantasy suite dates we saw on Monday night's episode. They talk about all of the chemistry present between Zac and Tayshia (10:35), Ivan's very cold ice bath date (25:37), Brendan's self-exit from the show (33:36), and Ben's return (48:20). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mallory Rubin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 17, 2020 · 1 hr 32 min
Meeting the Women From Matt James’s Season. Plus, Blueberry Bagelgate!
In preparation for Matt James’s season of ‘The Bachelor,’ Juliet Litman is joined by casting director Jazzy Collins to discuss the women that have been cast for Matt’s season. They run through the bios of all 32 women and offer predictions for what’s to come (11:30). Plus, bagel enthusiast Jared Freid joins to discuss Blueberry Bagelgate (1:10:00)! Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Jazzy Collins and Jared Freid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 16, 2020 · 58 min
The Hometowns Come to the La Quinta Inn, With Nick Viall
Juliet is joined by Nick Viall to break down this week’s “hometowns” episode. They talk about Ben’s exit from the show (2:07), the heartwarming appearance by Ivan’s brother (20:20), Zac and Tayshia’s “New York” date (34:34), and Brendan’s niece stealing the show (44:57). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nick Viall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 15, 2020 · 41 min
Lauren Zima on "Men Tell All" and Paradise Predictions
Juliet is joined by Lauren Zima to discuss the latest episode of 'The Bachelorette' as hometowns are just around the corner. They break down the "Men Tell All" portion and who might be good contenders for 'Bachelor in Paradise.' They also dive into the emotional departure of Riley and how the maturity seen in these recent breakups has been a breath of fresh air. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Zima Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 11, 2020 · 40 min
So, How Will We Remember This Season?
Juliet Litman is joined by Amelia Wedemeyer to discuss how the show has handled the men's traumatic stories and a broad view of the season so far (3:00). They also discuss their favorite guys and the big reality TV news of the day: The Kardashians are moving to Hulu (21:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 9, 2020 · 1 hr 18 min
Mallory Rubin on Her Favorite Guys and Some Predictions for the Rest of This Season
Juliet is joined by Mallory Rubin to talk about her thoughts on Tayshia’s season so far (8:39), her favorite guys left (14:28), the lie detector date (34:46), and her feelings about Bennett, who went from being a fan favorite to a villain (54:14). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mallory Rubin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 3, 2020 · 48 min
Reflecting on Palm Springs, Muscle Beach, and the Cast With Dr. Joe
Juliet is joined by Dr. Joe Park from Clare and Tayshia’s season of ‘The Bachelorette.’ They dive into his decision to go on the show (4:30), his experience in Palm Springs with Clare, Tayshia, and the cast (18:00), as well as what we can expect next from our favorite doctor (29:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Joe Park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 2, 2020 · 1 hr 4 min
An Emotional One-on-One Date and an Even More Emotional Group Date. Plus, Noah vs. Bennett Round 2.
Juliet is joined by Ringer writer Nora Princiotti to break down this week’s episode of ‘The Bachelorette.’ They talk about JoJo Fletcher subbing in for Chris Harrison as the host (2:22), Zac’s emotional one-on-one date with Tayshia (8:21), the even more emotional group date (24:00), and Bennett vs. Noah part 2 (41:11). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nora Princiotti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 25, 2020 · 47 min
We Finally Got a Real Conversation About Race on ‘The Bachelorette.’ Plus, Gross Smoothies and Lots of Chris Harrison.
Juliet is joined by Rachel Lindsay to talk about Tayshia and Ivan’s real conversation about race and why it was historic for ‘The Bachelorette’ (1:30). Then they break down the rest of the episode, the group date (22:22), and Ed's accidental one-on-one with Chris Harrison (35:22). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 19, 2020 · 51 min
Spelling Bees, Wrestling, and 'Bachelorette' Predictions With Mike Golic Jr.
Juliet is joined by former NFL player and ESPN broadcaster Mike Golic Jr. to discuss Tayshia’s men, but not before addressing 'The Bachelor’ trailer for Matt James (3:00). They then weigh in on their favorite contestants (10:00), the grown-ass men and wrestling date (18:45), and what they foresee happening for this season of ‘The Bachelorette’ and all the men (38:00). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mike Golic Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 18, 2020 · 56 min
Grown-Ass Men, Feuding Men, and Oiled Men on This Week's 'The Bachelorette'
Juliet is joined by 'Bachelor' commentator Brett Vergara to talk about this week's episode of 'The Bachelorette.' They cover the strange "grown men" group date that somehow happened in a school (1:09), the Chasen vs. Ed feud that dominated the episode (26:23), and the wrestling date that included the guys covering themselves in oil (36:20). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Brett Vergara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 17, 2020 · 1 min
'Bachelor Party' (Trailer)
Juliet Litman analyzes ‘The Bachelor,’ ‘The Bachelorette,’ and ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ in extreme detail with guests that include people from Bachelor Nation, fellow super-fans, and her Ringer colleagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 13, 2020 · 52 min
A ‘Bachelorette’ Mailbag!
Juliet is joined by Ringer colleagues Craig Horlbeck and Amelia Wedemeyer as they open the 'Bachelorette' mailbag. They answer your questions about Tayshia as the new Bachelorette (2:00), Dale and Clare's relationship (7:00), the dream podcast guest (29:30), which Bachelor contestants would do best on 'The Challenge' (41:30), and much more! Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Craig Horlbeck and Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 11, 2020 · 49 min
Welcoming Tayshia As the Bachelorette With Justine and Natasha from ‘2 Black Girls, 1 Rose’
Juliet is joined by Justine Kay and Natasha Scott from the podcast ‘2 Black Girls, 1 Rose’ to talk about Tayshia’s first full episode as the new Bachelorette. They talk about some of the new guys they brought in for her (2:33), Clare and Dale’s mini ‘After the Final Rose’ in the middle of the episode (29:05), and some predictions for the rest of Tayshia’s season (41:19). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Justine Kay and Natasha Scott Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 6, 2020 · 58 min
Clare Is Engaged and Tayshia Has Arrived
Juliet is joined by Lauren Zima to discuss an unprecedented season of 'The Bachelorette.' They break down Clare’s relationship with Dale (3:00), the fantasy suite (33:00), and Clare and Dale's engagement (41:00). Then they discuss the new Bachelorette, Tayshia, and what we can expect from her season (45:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Zima Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 3, 2020 · 49 min
Nick Viall and Rachel Lindsay Remember Their Fantasy Suite Date the Day After the 2016 Election
Juliet is joined by Nick Viall and Rachel Lindsay to talk about the Fantasy Suite date they had in Finland the day after the 2016 election. They talk about the mood on set after Trump won (1:23) and how the date itself went (12:46). Then, they preview Thursday night's episode, in which Tayshia will be revealed as the new Bachelorette for the first time (23:45). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Nick Viall and Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 29, 2020 · 46 min
Yosef's Blowup, Tayshia's Introduction, and Do We Like Dale?
Juliet is joined by Bachelor Nation's newest member, 'Higher Learning' cohost Van Lathan. They discuss Yosef’s confrontation with Clare (2:24), what they think of Dale and Clare together (14:40), and their thoughts on Tayshia's brief introduction at the end of the episode (36:00). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Van Lathan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 28, 2020 · 53 min
Clare Tears, Camera Cuts, and Comedy Roasts With Mina Kimes
Juliet is joined by ESPN NFL analyst Mina Kimes to break down Week 3 of 'The Bachelorette.' They talk about Yosef's blowup (2:54), whether Clare is a bad Bachelorette or if she's just getting a bad edit (16:02), Clare's uncomfortable one-on-one date with Zach (30:47), and the teaser that comes at the end of the episode (37:29). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mina Kimes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices