The Bravo Investigator Podcast

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Welcome to The Bravo Investigator Podcast (formerly I Take Bravo Very Seriously) hosted by Dana Regan from @thebravoinvestigator on Instagram. Each week, join Dana (and sometimes guests) to chat about all of your fave Bravo shows and reality tv news from a feminist lens. The tea is hot, the drama is on fire and it's all spilled right here!

  1. 1d ago

    Reality Roundup: More Summer House Reunion Thoughts, Teen Mom DUI Drama, Love Island Early Firings, The Valley Body Shamers and In The City Babies!

    Hello Bravo Bosses! Today's episode is audio only but you can watch the audio version on YouTube! Today on our Monday reality roundup we get into all your fave reality tv news stories including: Teen Mom (4:56): Lindsie Chrisley and Amanda Conner both get DUIs. We get into what we know! Love Island (16:42): It's already good bye for one of the Love Island USA contestants for being racist. Do we need a better vetting system here? In The City (21:18): Yvonne and Nick and having a baby! More real life stuff is happening In The City! The Valley (23:27): Brittany Cartwright calls out body shamers on Instagram and talks why she won't collab on a post with Bravo. Summer House (27:31): West, Amanda and her bun were seen canoodling in Italy this weekend Carl talks the timeline still not adding up. Did Dara and KJ break up? More Summer House Reunion thoughts!!!! Love you BBs! YouTube  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook I started a new podcast called All You Need Is You - A Guide To Living Your Best Solo Life! Check us out on Instagram, Threads and TikTok NOTE: No claims have been verified and all information today is alleged, speculation, and is intended purely just for fun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1 hr
  2. You Might Also Like: All You Need is You - Family

    2d ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: All You Need is You - Family

    Family is often portrayed as our automatic support system—the people who will always have our backs no matter what. But for many people, the reality is far more complicated. In this episode, we explore the difficult truth that shared DNA doesn't always create healthy relationships, unconditional love, or emotional safety. We'll talk about the pressure to maintain family ties at all costs, the guilt that can come with setting boundaries, and why walking away from harmful family relationships is sometimes the healthiest choice a person can make. We'll also discuss how support, belonging, and community can be built outside of traditional family structures through friendships, chosen family, and meaningful connections. This conversation isn't about encouraging estrangement—it's about acknowledging that every family dynamic is different and that protecting your peace, mental health, and well-being is sometimes more important than preserving a relationship simply because you're related. If you've ever felt alone in navigating complicated family relationships, this episode offers validation, perspective, and a reminder that the people who truly support you aren't always the ones you were born to. Follow the show and leave a 5 star review on Apple or Spotify Follow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Follow us on Threads   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    26 min

  3. 4d ago ·  Bonus

    EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Lacy Nicole from The Valley

    Hello Bravo Bosses! Today is a special bonus interview with THE Lacy Nicole from The Valley. People have enjoyed Lacy on The Valley so far but have questioned who Jesse Lally's girlfriend really is. Outside of her love of Baywatch and doomsday bunkers; the question remains....who is Lacy Nicole? That question is answered today as we get into Lacy's childhood, mental health and reproductive issues, relationships and of course The Valley. Did Lacy ever get a proper apology from Janet? How does she respond to fan theories that she doesn't really love Jesse? Find out everything you need to know about Lacy right here! Follow Lacy on Instagram and TikTok @lacyoc Love you BBs! YouTube  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook I started a new podcast called All You Need Is You - A Guide To Living Your Best Solo Life! Check us out on Instagram, Threads and TikTok NOTE: No claims have been verified and all information today is alleged, speculation, and is intended purely just for fun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    53 min

  4. 4d ago

    Timelines, Lies and D Pics: Summer House Reunion Part 1 with Ryan Bailey

    Hello Bravo Bosses! Today I'm joined by Ryan Bailey to cover the Summer House Reunion Part 1. We laugh. We laugh some more. It's a great episode. Note a trigger warning for this episode as there are discussions of suicidal ideation. Watch this episode on YouTube! Follow Ryan on Instagram and listen to So Bad Its Good with Ryan Bailey Love you BBs! YouTube  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook I started a new podcast called All You Need Is You - A Guide To Living Your Best Solo Life! Check us out on Instagram, Threads and TikTok NOTE: No claims have been verified and all information today is alleged, speculation, and is intended purely just for fun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 22m

  5. 6d ago

    Summer House Reunion Clip Shockers, Amanda's 117k Rent Bill and RHORI Episodes 8+9 Recap with Jana Firestone

    Hello Bravo Bosses! You can watch this episode on YouTube! Today Jana and I start off with some Summer House talk. Bravo released clips of Amanda and West prior to filming the reunion and we. have. thoughts. We also talk a little bit about the reunion trailer before turning over the Real Housewives of Rhode Island: our favorite slam pigs and we recap episodes 8 and 9. Follow Jana Firestone on Instagram and Listen to Pop Therapy. Love you BBs! YouTube  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook I started a new podcast called All You Need Is You - A Guide To Living Your Best Solo Life! Check us out on Instagram, Threads and TikTok NOTE: No claims have been verified and all information today is alleged, speculation, and is intended purely just for fun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 12m

  6. May 25

    Reality Roundup: 90 Day Fiance, Selling Sunset, Love Island, RHOBH, The Valley + Summer House

    Hello Bravo Bosses! You can watch this episode on YouTube! Today on our Monday reality roundup, we get into alllll your fave reality tv stories including: 90 Day Fiance Yara and Jovi have called it quits Thais and Patrick have filed for divorce while Thais was arrested for domestic violence. What is going on? Jenny and Summit share Jenny's recent ALS diagnosis Selling Sunset Who is in and who is out? Love Island Huda and Louis have ended their relationship. We talk what we know! RHOBH Erika Jayne settled her 25 million dollar lawsuit RHOBH Executive Producer shuts down season 16 casting rumors Rihanna told which RHOBH she has to come back for a second season? The Valley Dark Side Danny made a public apology to his wife. Is good enough? Summer House Amanda and West are going strong Ciara talks her future on a red carpet West talks not being on Raya Season 11 casting rumors revealed Resurfaced clip has come up where West wants Ciara off the show Danielle and Lindsay are going at it over a hand job and I have the proof. Love you BBs! YouTube  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook I started a new podcast called All You Need Is You - A Guide To Living Your Best Solo Life! Check us out on Instagram, Threads and TikTok NOTE: No claims have been verified and all information today is alleged, speculation, and is intended purely just for fun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    49 min
  7. You Might Also Like: All You Need Is You - Navigating Weekends

    May 22 ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: All You Need Is You - Navigating Weekends

    What do weekends look like when you’re single and living alone? In this episode, we dive into the art of creating fulfilling weekends on your own terms — from planning intentional downtime and discovering new hobbies to solo adventures, self-care rituals, spontaneous plans, and unapologetic binge-watching marathons. We talk about the emotional side of solo weekends too: the quiet moments, the freedom, the loneliness that can sometimes creep in, and the confidence that grows when you learn to genuinely enjoy your own company. Whether it’s taking yourself out for coffee, redecorating your space, trying a new fitness class, exploring your city alone, or spending an entire Sunday in pajamas with your favorite shows, this episode celebrates the beauty of building a life that feels good to you. We also unpack the underrated benefits of living and navigating life solo — saving money by skipping social pressure and expensive plans, not having to answer to anyone about how you spend your time, and building self-esteem through independence, self-trust, and learning that your own company can actually be enough. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “doing weekends wrong” because you’re alone, this conversation is your reminder that solitude can be peaceful, empowering, fun, and deeply fulfilling. Follow the show and leave a 5 star review on Apple or Spotify Follow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Follow us on Threads   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    19 min

  8. May 20

    Summer House Finale, In The City Premiere and WWHL

    Hello Bravo Bosses! You can watch this episode on YouTube! Today we are breaking down the epic Summer House season finale and then jump right into In The City and finish with Lindsay and Kyle on WWHL. Love you BBs! YouTube  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook I started a new podcast called All You Need Is You - A Guide To Living Your Best Solo Life! Check us out on Instagram, Threads and TikTok NOTE: No claims have been verified and all information today is alleged, speculation, and is intended purely just for fun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    57 min
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Welcome to The Bravo Investigator Podcast (formerly I Take Bravo Very Seriously) hosted by Dana Regan from @thebravoinvestigator on Instagram. Each week, join Dana (and sometimes guests) to chat about all of your fave Bravo shows and reality tv news from a feminist lens. The tea is hot, the drama is on fire and it's all spilled right here!

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