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Welcome to Reality Bites, the podcast where we deep dive into this week's buzziest Reality TV, Pop Culture and Bravo happenings, through a behind-the-scenes lens into how the shows are made in a way you won't find anywhere else. I'm Lauren, Reality TV producer, creator and host of Reality Bites! I'm joined by my girlfriend, producing partner, and forever plus one (if I’m lucky) - Morgan! We're behind some of your favorite shows, including - Southern Charm, The Bachelor, Real Housewives, Very Cavalleri and more!  Join us as we peel back the curtain, taking you on a wild ride!


Reality Bites takes you through your favorite shows - via episode recaps, and behind the scenes “Producer’s Corner” editions that deep dive into topics in the Reality TV zeitgeist - with reactions, commentary, and a window into how the cast, story and we as viewers may have gotten there. 


DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken as such. Lauren and her co-host bear no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information provided during the podcast or any other platform. 

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Welcome to Reality Bites, the podcast where we deep dive into this week's buzziest Reality TV, Pop Culture and Bravo happenings, through a behind-the-scenes lens into how the shows are made in a way you won't find anywhere else. I'm Lauren, Reality TV producer, creator and host of Reality Bites! I'm joined by my girlfriend, producing partner, and forever plus one (if I’m lucky) - Morgan! We're behind some of your favorite shows, including - Southern Charm, The Bachelor, Real Housewives, Very Cavalleri and more!  Join us as we peel back the curtain, taking you on a wild ride!


Reality Bites takes you through your favorite shows - via episode recaps, and behind the scenes “Producer’s Corner” editions that deep dive into topics in the Reality TV zeitgeist - with reactions, commentary, and a window into how the cast, story and we as viewers may have gotten there. 


DISCLAIMER: The opinions, views, and conjectures expressed by Lauren and her co-host on the podcast "Reality Bites" are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of any networks, streaming platforms, or digital platforms mentioned or related to the reality television shows discussed. These opinions and views are solely based on their personal experiences and perspectives as a viewer and a former reality TV producer. Any statements made on the podcast, social media, online platforms, or any other medium are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as facts or representative of any network or platform. Thus, it is important for the listeners and viewers to keep in mind that the opinions and conjectures presented are subjective and should be taken as such. Lauren and her co-host bear no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information provided during the podcast or any other platform. 

    Summer House Catch-Up Part 2 - Episodes 8x09-8x12

    Summer House Catch-Up Part 2 - Episodes 8x09-8x12

    Hey y'all! We're continuing to deep-dive the last few Summer House episodes - tackling the themes and overarching storyline, and while we initially thought we'd only split into two parts, turns out it's going to be three!! Here's Part 2 - Part 3, covering the Lindsay and Carl saga, will be coming your way soon! Hope y'all enjoy!Support the Show.*JOIN THE PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE RECAPS AND MORE!!* *BUY US A COCKTAIL!* Check us out on our IG @reality.bites.podcast On TikTok @realitybit...

    • 1 hr 24 min
    Summer House Catch-Up Part 1 - Episodes 8x09-8x12

    Summer House Catch-Up Part 1 - Episodes 8x09-8x12

    Hey y'all! We are so sorry for the delay!! If you've listened to our "Message to Our Listeners" episode, you have an idea of what's been going on in our absence, BUT we're back baby! We're deep-diving the last few Summer House episodes - tackling the themes and overarching storyline, and this was a longgggg one, so we decided to split it up into two parts - here's part 1! And be on the lookout for part 2, which will be coming in the next day or so - followed by a regular episodic recap for th...

    • 2 hrs 31 min
    *A MESSAGE TO OUR LISTENERS - FROM LO*

    *A MESSAGE TO OUR LISTENERS - FROM LO*

    **TRIGGER WARNING - THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES NARCISSISTIC ABUSE, CPTSD & DEPRESSION**Hey y'all! Lo here... In this episode, I'm hopping on the mic solo to let you in on a little of what's been going on with my absence, and our episodes, in the last month. This wasn't an easy one to record, but it was important for me to share. Thanks so much for allowing me the time and platform to do so. Thanks guys :)Support the Show.*JOIN THE PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE RECAPS AND MORE!!* *BUY US A COCKTAIL!* ...

    • 1 hr 21 min
    *PATREON PREVIEW* Vanderpump Rules 11x14 Recap w/ Mo & Tracie Morrissey

    *PATREON PREVIEW* Vanderpump Rules 11x14 Recap w/ Mo & Tracie Morrissey

    If you enjoy this preview and want to hear more, Join the Reality Bites Patreon for access to exclusive Vanderpump Rules recaps, our Southern Charm Retro Rewind Recaps, exclusive BTS content and more! Hope to see y'all there! Hey y'all! Lauren will be back on the mic with me tomorrow to talk Summer House (and we'll explain more there), but today she's had to take a mental health day... That said, I'm super excited to have Tracie Morrissey back on the mic with me to chat Vanderpump Rules...

    • 24 min
    The Valley 1x07 Recap w/ Mo & Tracie Morrissey!

    The Valley 1x07 Recap w/ Mo & Tracie Morrissey!

    Hey y'all! Lauren will be back on the mic with me tomorrow to talk Summer House (where we'll explain more), but today she's had to take a mental health day... That said, I'm super excited to have Tracie Morrissey on the mic with me to chat about our new favorite on Bravo -The Valley! Hope ya'll enjoy!And you can find Tracie on IG:@traciemorrissey@potpsychology@pipedreams.funAnd if you are a stoner like we are - do yourself a favor and check out Tracie's company PIPE DREAMS - CLICK HERE!...

    • 1 hr 29 min
    *PATREON PREVIEW* Un-Apple-y Ever After - Vanderpump Rules 11x12 Recap

    *PATREON PREVIEW* Un-Apple-y Ever After - Vanderpump Rules 11x12 Recap

    If you enjoy this preview and want to hear more, Join the Reality Bites Patreon for access to exclusive Vanderpump Rules recaps, our Southern Charm Retro Rewind Recaps, exclusive BTS content and more! Hope to see y'all there! Pop Star Scheana Marie strikes again! We're here for Apples, but what's more, we're really here for the dress-down Sandoval go this week amidst his post-podcast spiral! We're breaking it all down, hope y'all enjoy!Support the Show.*JOIN THE PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE RECAPS A...

    • 31 min

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