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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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  • Feb 12, 2020 · 20 min

    Justice for Kelley and the Memes of This ‘Bachelor’ Season | Bachelor Party B-Side

    Juliet is joined by the minds behind the 'Bachelor Party' Twitter account, Amelia Wedemeyer and Dylan Berkey, to investigate some cases of potential “frankenbiting” on the last episode (1:59), make some picks for the next Bachelorette (8:03), and discuss their favorite memes from this season (13:20).  And don’t worry, fans of ‘Vanderpump Rules,’ Juliet and Jacoby will be breaking down this week’s episode on Thursday! Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Amelia Wedemeyer and Dylan Berkey

  • Feb 11, 2020 · 1 hr 10 min

    The Bachelor Is in a MOOD | Bachelor Party

    We travel to Lima, Peru, for three underwhelming dates, highlighted by a three-on-one in which Kelley is sent home and Victoria F. moves on despite accusing Peter of being in a mood (1:30). We talk about Peter’s constant need for validation, Victoria F.’s manipulation, Hannah Ann’s handwritten letter (14:30), Kelsey's journey throughout the season, Peter’s ‘Ghost’ parody commercial, and more (32:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mallory Rubin

  • Feb 6, 2020 · 42 min

    Double ‘The Bachelor,’ Double the Tears and Wine | Bachelor Party

    ‘The Bachelor’ is back for a second episode this week and so are we. We talk about Victoria P. getting sent home (1:58), Mykenna and Tammy’s two-on-one that wasn’t actually a two-on-one (11:42), the continued controversy around Victoria F. (20:23), and how Hannah Ann might actually be our new favorite contestant (30:45). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer

  • Feb 4, 2020 · 45 min

    Bienvenidos to Another Week of Drama on 'The Bachelor' | Bachelor Party

    After yet another mishandling of the Alayah situation, we have officially declared Peter a bad Bachelor. After saying goodbye to Alayah once and for all, we dive into Kelsey's fighting with virtually everyone on the show, and Tammy's shaming Kelsey and anointing herself as lead gossip (1:55). Then we investigate Peter’s mysterious head injury, Kelley’s one-on-one, Sydney’s one-on-one, and Peter at the Super Bowl (24:05). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Andrew Gruttadaro

  • Jan 29, 2020 · 1 hr 5 min

    Miami Strip Clubs, Bad Pizza, and Stassi vs. Sandoval Round 2: Breaking Down ‘Vanderpump Rules’ S8E4 | Bachelor Party B-Side

    Juliet has a few more thoughts on this week’s episode of ‘The Bachelor’ (1:05) before she gets on the line with David Jacoby to talk about ‘Vanderpump Rules’ S8E4. They talk about Jax and Brittany’s joint bachelor party in Miami (8:29), Tom Sandoval’s continuing commitment to dressing up in costume (24:03), and how sober Lala continues to dominate the show (55:21). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby

  • Jan 28, 2020 · 54 min

    'The Bachelor' Is Really, Really Excited to Go to Cleveland, They Swear | Bachelor Party

    Peter and his girls head to Cleveland and the girls are … less than excited about the city (1:36). Victoria F’s one-on-one in an empty amusement park went haywire when it turned out that the C-list country star they hired to perform was her ex-boyfriend (13:49). Alayah is back and she brought along some more drama with her (33:08), and Kelsey is actually super chill (47:16)? Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Zima

  • Jan 22, 2020 · 1 hr 1 min

    Book Parties, Spider Bites, and $1,300 in Cash: Breaking Down ‘Vanderpump Rules’ S8E3 | Bachelor Party B-Side

    In ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Season 8, Episode 3, Sandoval rage-texts Stassi after she doesn’t directly tell him that she’ll be having her book party at TomTom (1:03) and in the middle of that feud Sandoval somehow gets bitten by a black widow spider (17:21). Scheana is still fighting with Dayna over Max even though Max continues to claim that he and Scheana were never dating (25:59), and though we didn't get any Lala in this episode, we did get to see her at the SAG Awards, sitting right next to Meryl

  • Jan 21, 2020 · 49 min

    Peter’s Parents, Pillow Fights, and Pageant Girls, With Rachel Lindsay | Bachelor Party

    Juliet is joined by former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay to break down Episode 3 of ‘The Bachelor.’ They wrap up Kelsey and Hannah Ann’s feud (1:37), break down what happened between Sydney and Alayah (22:01), and explain why this is the first episode that Peter has truly felt like the Bachelor (40:10). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay

  • Jan 15, 2020 · 1 hr 9 min

    Apple Watches, Sur Hazing, and Boudoir Photoshoots: Breaking Down ‘Vanderpump Rules’ S8E2 | Bachelor Party B-Side

    We’re not done talking about ‘The Bachelor’ yet! Amelia Wedemeyer joins the show to talk about Champagnegate reactions (1:08), and Juliet already has a pick for who should be the next Bachelorette (7:34). Then David Jacoby gets on the line to recap ‘Vanderpump Rules’ S8E2 (15:49). They talk about Dayna, Max, and Scheana’s love triangle (30:08) and try to figure out the best place and use for Jax’s wedding present from Brittany (56:57). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Amelia Wedemeyer and David

  • Jan 14, 2020 · 49 min

    Peter and Hannah B Round 2, Champagne-gate, and Producer Intervention With Nick Viall | Bachelor Party

    Peter and Hannah B’s relationship may or may not be over. Former Bachelor Nick Viall joins the show to share his thoughts on their dramatic conversation, including the influence of producers and the possibility of selective editing (9:00). Then we break down the first fight of the season, featuring Hannah Ann and Kelsey over the knowledge of a special champagne bottle’s placement (35:40). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nick Viall

  • Jan 8, 2020 · 1 hr 28 min

    ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Is Back With David Jacoby. Plus: Peter Weber in Studio! | Bachelor Party

    The dream team is reunited as Juliet and David Jacoby break down the Season 8 premiere of ‘Vanderpump Rules.’ They talk about Katie and Tom Schwartz’s “house chilling” party (1:14), try to understand why everyone is so upset with Kristen (18:52), and give some initial thoughts about the three new cast members (48:23). Then, Juliet sits down with Peter Weber to talk about his first night as the Bachelor (60:55). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: David Jacoby and Peter Weber

  • Jan 7, 2020 · 1 hr 15 min

    Peter’s Season Takes Off and Hannah B Brings Turbulence | Bachelor Party

    'The Bachelor' is back with what might be the most dramatic season opener ever. We break down Peter’s performance as a lead, Hannah B’s shockingly juicy return, and Peter and Hannah’s future potential (2:45). Then we take a quick break to uncover the recent million-dollar fantasy football scandal involving Jade Roper and Tanner Tolbert before breaking down Peter’s girls (34:35). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Alyssa Bereznek and Craig Horlbeck

  • Dec 23, 2019 · 1 hr 24 min

    Ranking the Most Dramatic Seasons Ever, Part 3 | Bachelor Party

    In the next installment of our countdown, Juliet is joined by ESPN's Mina Kimes to reveal her choices for nos. 20 through 11 (1:00). Along the way they talk about the 'Bachelor' subreddit (17:34) and what makes a good villain (42:01). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mina Kimes

  • Dec 20, 2019 · 1 hr 3 min

    Breaking Down 'The Bachelor' Bios With Rodger Sherman | Bachelor Party B-Side

    The bios for Peter's women were released this week, which means 'Bachelor' season is officially in full swing. Juliet is joined by 'Bachelor' recapper Rodger Sherman to talk about some of their favorite contestants (1:32), discuss why having a boring bio means you will probably go far (21:01), and share some way-too-early predictions for the season (58:32).  Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rodger Sherman

  • Dec 16, 2019 · 1 hr 7 min

    Ranking the Most Dramatic Seasons Ever, Part 2 | Bachelor Party

    Juliet continues her countdown of the most dramatic seasons ever with guest Amy Kaufman. Amy, author of ‘Bachelor Nation,’ talks about her relationship to the franchise (1:11). Then, Juliet reveals her nos. 30 - 21, explaining her choices as she goes (4:58).  Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amy Kaufman

  • Dec 9, 2019 · 1 hr 16 min

    Ranking the Most Dramatic Seasons Ever, Part 1 | Bachelor Party

    Juliet Litman kicks off the countdown of the most dramatic seasons ever (ranking all 38 of them!) with guest Rob Mills. They discuss a history of the franchise, how it's evolved, and what's remained the same since Alex Michel and Trista Rehn (1:05). Then, Juliet reveals nos. 38-31, explaining the choices as they go (15:00). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rob Mills

  • Dec 3, 2019 · 31 min

    An Offseason 'Bachelor' Mailbag | Bachelor Party

    Ahead of Peter’s season premiering in January, we open up the mailbag to answer questions like what the long-term future of the show will be (7:27), which 'Bachelor' couple we wish had worked out (17:06), and who has had the most successful post-'Bachelor' career (21:58). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Kaya McMullen