Friend Of

Ariana Joy and Renee Reina
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Friend Of is your weekly deep dive into all things reality TV! Hosted by friends and reality tv enthusiasts, Ariana Joy and Renee Reina, Friend Of is the perfect blend of pop culture, hot takes, and candid conversation. Every Friday, catch up with Ariana & Renee as they break down current pop culture news and recap the latest episodes. You won’t want to miss the laughs, the drama, and the occasional eye-roll—you’ll feel like you're hanging out with your best friends. And, you never know when your favourite reality TV star might make an appearance… because after all, they're both Friend Of.

  1. 3D AGO

    Heated Rivalry, Hilary Duff, and Kim's Pomeranians: January 1st, 2026

    Hi Friends! We’re ringing in 2026 with the 12-grapes-under-the-table tradition, a “grow, glow, flow” intentions reset, and the very real question of why motivation content feels like a personal attack on January 1st. Then it’s straight into pop culture: Heated Rivalry discourse (and the Quinn App audio erotica pipeline), Younger becoming the ultimate comfort watch, Hillary Duff coming to Toronto, and the Taylor Swift docuseries sending us into full Travis Kelce feelings. Plus, Kim Kardashian’s Pomeranian Christmas and the adoption vs breeder debate, RHOSLC’s Greece trip spa splash fight and the Meredith Marks/Seth rumor swirl, and The Kardashians giving us bar exam humility, Kourtney vs Khloé tension, and Kris Jenner refusing tap water like the icon she is. Chapters 00:00:00 12 grapes under the table, intentions, and New Year overwhelm 00:04:06 “Grow, glow, flow”, Pinterest posting, and weekly recap pressure 00:06:19 Heated Rivalry first-episode debate, smut origins, Quinn App 00:20:05 Taylor Swift docuseries highs, Travis energy, family dynamics 00:23:46 Kim’s Pomeranians, PETA backlash, adoption vs breeders debate 00:28:25 Viall Files clips, New Year’s TV moments, sports crowd behavior 00:32:05 RHOSLC Greece recap, spa splash fallout, Meredith + Seth talk 00:50:38 The Kardashians recap, bar exam reality, Kourtney vs Khloé 01:07:30 Ick & Icon, and the January 1 reset See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 11m

  2. 2025-12-22

    Kourtney’s “Third Eye” Moment, Boz Playing Matchmaker & Dorit’s Reality Check

    Today's episode starts cozy and festive and somehow ends with broken jaws, haunted houses, and deep thoughts about strength, ambition, and who we become when life shifts. We get into Jake Paul’s Netflix boxing moment and why, love him or hate him, the guy knows exactly what he’s doing. Then it’s over to The Kardashians, where philanthropy meetings, third-eye conversations, and bar-exam stress spark bigger conversations about responsibility, trust, and what actually matters. There’s empathy, side-eye, and a lot of “wait… what?” Plus: Taylor Swift’s mom playing matchmaker, Ed Sheeran’s strength era, the Beckham family tension everyone’s whispering about, Real Housewives dating parties that actually work, manifestation versus real financial advice, ghost stories we absolutely didn’t need, and the eternal question of whether you should ever meet your idols. Chapters 00:00 Holiday chaos & cozy beginnings 07:30 Strength, fitness & body image thoughts 16:45 Jake Paul’s Netflix fight & marketing genius 29:00 Kardashians philanthropy & third-eye moments 44:00 RHOBH dating night & real vulnerability 59:30 Icons, icks & holiday sign-off Connect With Us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast TikTok: @friendofpodcast Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows. Every episode, every season. Ad-free. Same day as TV. Cancel anytime. If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 8m

  3. 2025-12-19

    Carl Radke: Summer House Season 10, Soft Bar, and the Story Behind Cake Eater

    We're in New York City with Carl Radke to talk Summer House Season 10 - including what it was like watching the trailer live with his cast and seeing moments he didn’t even know happened - and all things New York. He opens up about where things stand with Kyle, how filming really works, and why watching yourself back can feel like reviewing game tape. We also dive into Soft Bar, Carl’s non-alc café and bar in New York, the intention behind creating a space that isn’t preachy, and what it’s been like launching a brick-and-mortar business while still living very publicly on Bravo. Plus, Carl gets candid about writing Cake Eater: revisiting his childhood and family story, recording the audiobook, and why sharing his experience was never about having it all figured out — just about being honest. Chapters 00:00:17 New York first-timer, Soho recs 00:01:09 Broadway Bros, Wicked, Art, and Comedy Cellar 00:03:48 Pizza talk, sourdough obsession, local bars 00:05:55 BravoCon, fan encounters, being “newbies” support 00:08:15 Reality TV rules, what you avoid vs what they want 00:11:18 Watching back, screeners, reunion accountability 00:15:20 Trailer reactions, Kyle tension tease, season vibe 00:19:42 Sobriety in public, projection, “sober isn’t perfect” 00:27:47 Wellness era, running, Calm, AA, community outside alcohol 00:31:40 Soft Bar concept, hours, events, podcast studio plans 00:38:26 Writing Cake Eater, childhood + family story, audio book emotions 00:48:09 Pride, gratitude, meeting fans, “I used to pray for this” 00:54:45 Book tour + Canada stops, five years sober milestone Connect With Us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast TikTok: @friendofpodcast Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows. Every episode, every season. Ad-free. Same day as TV. Cancel anytime. If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    57 min

  4. 2025-12-18

    Vanderpump’s Reboot Problem, a High Body Count Trademark & Craig vs. Austen

    Today's episode starts in full sick-parent survival mode and somehow spirals into one of the most layered Bravo conversations we’ve had in a while. From Vanderpump reboot fatigue and why casting will always matter more than concepts, to Traitors season hype and the shows we watch purely for the people, the pop culture range is doing a lot here. Then it’s Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and yes, everything is on the table. Meredith’s rough season, Mother’s Day emotions, broken coffee machines, donkey excursions, and Brittany casually revealing she’s kept a lifelong document of every person she’s ever kissed. Plus, the now-infamous “high body count” phrase turns into an actual trademark debate, and it’s somehow both ridiculous and iconic. Plus: Nene Leakes possibly returning to Bravo, Donna Kelce entering the reality TV universe, Chelsea from Selling Sunset reframing weight gain in a way that actually feels healthy, skinny culture creeping back into the discourse, Southern Charm’s never-ending Craig–Austen tension, pool parties, Speedos, performance anxiety, sobriety conversations, and why hating on fun is, in fact, silly. Timestamps: 04:57 Vanderpump reboot fatigue & expectations 10:17 Nene Leakes rumours & Traitors casting hype 13:24 What we watch for the cast, not the concept 15:07 Brittany’s ex-husband news 16:58 Heather Gay casting rumours 18:55 Chelsea, skinny culture & body conversations 27:39 RHOSLC recap begins 33:16 Brittany’s kiss-count document 35:58 High Body Count trademark debate 39:50 Southern Charm recap 59:00 Icons & Icks Connect With Us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast TikTok: @friendofpodcast Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows. Every episode, every season. Ad-free. Same day as TV. Cancel anytime. If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 7m

  5. 2025-12-16

    Taylor’s Bonus Day Math, Bronwyn’s No-Prenup Split & Kyle’s Love Triangle

    Ariana and Renee are recording straight from a New York hotel bed after the most unhinged Christmas bar, a surprise Golden Bachelor recap delivered by two Boston icons, and a Gary V day that included VaynerMedia, Fly Fish and the best chicken nuggets on earth. They break down Bronwyn and Todd’s no-prenup split, Taylor Swift’s ERAS documentary “bonus day” math, Travis Kelce retirement chatter, Carl’s NYC interview trip, and the Summer House cast-photo Photoshop situation everyone’s dragging online. Then it’s Kardashians (Kim’s party parenting moment, Kourtney’s scheduling saga, Khloé’s dating dread) and RHOBH drama from Dorit and PK’s financial standoff to Kyle’s separation and the Morgan Wade whispers. Plus: airport condoms, dry-nose spirals, breastfeeding politics, handwriting paralysis, and your weekly Ick & Icon. Timestamps: 00:00:00 NYC hotel bed, Christmas bar & Boston ladies 00:08:50 Bronwyn & Todd split, Taylor doc & ERAS bonus day 00:18:05 Renee’s notebook quest, airport condoms & dry-nose spiral 00:22:53 Kardashians: mom-life optics, vaping poisoning & lip kits 00:34:41 Breastfeeding schedules, Kim’s grad party & hometown fame 00:41:35 Kim’s kids on stage, Kourtney’s walkout & Khloé on dating 00:44:34 Beverly Hills: Rachel Zoe, Dorit & PK money, Kyle & Morgan 00:54:42 Summer House cast photos, NYC plans & Ick/Icon Connect With Us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast TikTok: @friendofpodcast Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows. Every episode, every season. Ad-free. Same day as TV. Cancel anytime. If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 1m

  6. 2025-12-11

    Jen Shah’s Out, Greece Is Serving & Craig vs Austen (Again)

    Jen Shah is officially out of prison, Salt Lake City is melting down in Greece, and Bravo’s fraud math is back on the table. The girls dive straight into who deserves a redemption arc, who absolutely doesn’t, and why Meredith’s accountability avoidance should honestly have its own confessionals. From there, it’s a full reality-TV-to-pop-culture spiral including Vanderpump Villa relationship theories, Southern Charm friendship fractures, and a few too-real docuseries parallels that hit closer to home than expected. Timestamps: 06:00 Sauna Nicki Minaj tea & the almost–Ryan Serhant scam 11:53 Jen Shah out, Bravo’s fraud math & docuseries talk 17:13 Taylor Swift doc tease, car app husbands & Marciano on Harry Jowsey 31:04 New York plans, Broadway dreams & the self-checkout rant 36:41 Salt Lake City in Greece: glam, falls & non-apologies 51:00 Southern Charm: Craig vs Austen, the new guy & the hot-tub triangle 01:07:38 Ick & Icon Full Episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/friend-of/id1804716774?utm_source=shownotes&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=friendof Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BBvlAzxsVdHtz8vB6PrJn?utm_source=shownotes&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=friendof Connect With Us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast TikTok: @friendofpodcast Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows. Every episode, every season. Ad-free. Same day as TV. Cancel anytime. If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 13m

  7. 2025-12-08

    A Lawsuit, a Life Coach, and the Reality TV Crossover We Didn’t See Coming

    Ariana and Renee immediately spiral into the universal dilemma of loving two people who cannot stand each other, which somehow leads them through parasocial loyalty, the Summer House trailer, and the NFL’s sudden reality-TV era. From there they drop into Southern Charm’s breakup timelines, Ciara’s online commentary, and the Marciano vs Demi lawsuit that has the Secret Lives universe questioning credibility, FaceTimes, and who actually gets a mic at a reunion. Beverly Hills gets its own moment too, with Dorit and PK’s separation, annulment debates, Kathy Hilton thriving, and a few new faces shifting the cast math. Plus: Kim’s Paris robbery episode takes them all the way from Simone’s downstairs perspective to diamond-in-court energy, paparazzi parallels, and one extremely questionable book title, before they wrap with Icons and Icks on everything from NFL crossovers to people outing politics online. Timestamps: 00:00:00 — Cold open and the “loving people who hate each other” problem 00:04:10 — Summer House trailer, NFL crossover and reality on the field 00:09:30 — New York-at-Christmas plans, FAO Schwarz and Frosty’s bar 00:11:50 — Southern Charm breakups, Paige, Craig, Sierra and online lines 00:19:00 — Marciano vs Demi lawsuit, credibility and false-accusation fears 00:27:00 — Secret Lives reunion structure, Stassi’s role and missing voices 00:37:30 — Beverly Hills divorces, annulments, Kathy, Rachel and Amanda 00:47:30 — Kardashians in Paris, the robbery retold and Kim’s quiet power move 01:05:30 — Icons, icks and the reality TV week in a bow Connect With Us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast TikTok: @friendofpodcast Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows. Every episode, every season. Ad-free. Same day as TV. Cancel anytime. If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 21m

  8. 2025-12-04

    Whitney Balances Her Roxie Era & Motherhood, Vanderpump’s First Impressions & Puff Daddy Definitely Did it?

    Whitney is in her full Roxie Hart era and we are so here for it — even if the internet can’t decide whether to cheer, critique, or ask how she’s doing it all as a mom. Ariana and Renee get into Puff Daddy documentaries, childhood VHS vibes (VeggieTales vs. vulgar rap — opposites attract), and the two very different ways our hosts grew up consuming pop culture. Then it’s straight into Bravo land. We break down Vanderpump’s brand-new cast and why the premiere felt more “middle of the season” than “start of something exciting.” Will we care about these people? TBD. Salt Lake City gives us accountability issues, non-apology apologies, Bronwyn unpacking childhood validation, and the sloppiest party games ever created. And Southern Charm… well, let’s just say the Austen–Audrey energy feels like a slow breakup in real time, the Craig–Venita thing still makes zero sense, Patricia on an iPad is mother, and Madison’s house has us looking at real estate we absolutely cannot afford. Stay to the end for this week’s Ick and Icon — with a Vanderpump–Salt Lake City double header and a surprising amount of love for working moms just trying to do big things on big stages. Chapters 00:00 Bronchitis season and a Puff Daddy doc binge 08:30 Childhood pop culture: VeggieTales vs. MuchMusic 15:30 Tell Me Lies rewatch and Toronto spotting 23:00 Whitney’s Roxie Hart moment & motherhood expectations 31:00 Working-mom double standards and viral sports comparisons 39:00 Vanderpump Rules premiere: first impressions 48:30 RHOSLC: apologies, boundaries & validation spirals 1:02:30 Southern Charm: houses, cats & Craig-Venita confusion 1:08:30 Ick & Icon Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows. Every episode, every season. Ad-free. Same day as TV. Cancel anytime. Connect With Us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast TikTok: @friendofpodcast If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 11m
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Friend Of is your weekly deep dive into all things reality TV! Hosted by friends and reality tv enthusiasts, Ariana Joy and Renee Reina, Friend Of is the perfect blend of pop culture, hot takes, and candid conversation. Every Friday, catch up with Ariana & Renee as they break down current pop culture news and recap the latest episodes. You won’t want to miss the laughs, the drama, and the occasional eye-roll—you’ll feel like you're hanging out with your best friends. And, you never know when your favourite reality TV star might make an appearance… because after all, they're both Friend Of.

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  • Creator
    Ariana Joy and Renee Reina
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Friend Of

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