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. 17M AGO

    The Summer House Finale + Reunion Trailer + In The City Premiere: Thursday May 21st

    Thursday May 21st: On today’s episode of Friend Of, we’re covering everything from Harry Style's massive stage to Bravo finales and premieres! We have LOTS to say 👀 We kick things off with pop culture news, including Harry Styles kicking off his tour in Amsterdam. We break down the stage setup, the restricted view drama, and spiral into a full rant about concerts, ticket prices, and what fans should expect when they pay big money. Then we get into: 😬 Danny’s public Instagram apology to Nia, genuine or a calculated PR move? ⚖️ Whitney Leavitt on the cover of Weight Watchers and the conversation around weight loss, GLP-1 medications, and why people have such strong opinions about it And of course… the Bravo chaos: 🏠 Our full recap of the Summer House finale, what went down and what it means going into reunion 🎬 The Summer House reunion trailer, who’s in the hot seat and what we’re expecting 🍸 First thoughts on the In The City premiere and what this next chapter could look like Unfiltered opinions, hot takes, and the perfect mix of pop culture and reality TV drama. 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review Friend Of so you never miss an episode! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 14m

  2. 2D AGO

    Alex Cooper is Pregnant + Drake Drops 3 Albums + RHORI & The Valley Deep Dive: Tuesday May 19th

    May 19th, 2026: Welcome back to Friend Of! Today’s episode is a full pop culture spiral, in the best way 👀 We kick things off with Drake and his THREE album releases… what’s going on and are we overwhelmed or impressed? Then we get into Alex Cooper’s pregnancy announcement and the internet’s reaction to her husband Matt, mean or just business-minded? Plus: 🎶 The (not actually real… but still funny) “beef” between Ed Sheeran and Noah Kahan 🏠 A full recap of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island, the explosive fight between Kelsey and Rosie, who’s actually in the right, and the chaos surrounding Rulla’s husband’s alleged affair 😳 💨 Starting a weed business… should we have done it?? Then we dive into The Valley recap: 👶 Kristen and Luke’s conflict over postpartum, and a real conversation about how hard postpartum actually is 😬 Lacy and Michelle… is there ANY real relationship there or is it just for the show? 👀 Danny and Nia, Is “Darkside Danny” back, or is Nia protecting him? 👏 And we LOVE seeing Lala Kent step in From music drops to messy Bravo drama, we’re covering it all with our unfiltered takes. 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review Friend Of so you never miss an episode! 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. MAY 14

    Summer House Recap: THE KISS + Mauricio Calls Lala a Liar + Granny Spills Isn't Real: May 14 2026

    Thursday May 14, 2026: Today on Friend Of, we’re covering EVERYTHING from Bravo chaos to AI scams and reality TV tea 👀 We kick things off with the reality TV star who randomly started following Renee this morning, plus the buzz surrounding the Dutton Ranch premiere event… yes, at an actual ranch 🤠 Then we get into the drama: 🍸 Mauricio Umansky finally speaks out about allegedly DMing Lala Kent 🏠 The messy Jenn Fessler, West Wilson, and Ciara Miller situation continues to spiral 💋 Ciara confirms her return to Summer House and opens up about her role on Love Island Then it’s time for the Summer House recap: 🔥 The explosive Carl vs. Kyle fight 💸 The shocking details about Loverboy’s financial struggles, including Kyle revealing the company’s debt and production issues on Trading Secrets 📈 How Amanda and West’s joint statement allegedly caused a surge in Loverboy sales that may have actually saved the business 🍽️ Lindsay stirring the pot at dinner and whether production pushed her to bring it all up 😳 The unbelievably awkward Amanda/Kyle/West dynamic, while West hugs Amanda and kisses her head in front of Kyle?! 💥 And the Summer Finale preview… where Ciara and West KISS. Just when we thought this couldn’t get messier. We wrap things up with our weekly “Ick & Icon,” plus our complete disbelief over AI after getting fully punked by Granny Spills 🤖 If you love Bravo drama, reality TV recaps, pop culture chaos, and completely unfiltered opinions, this episode is for you. 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review Friend Of! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 16m

  4. MAY 11

    West & Jenn Fessler? The Kevin Hart Roast & Dorit's 1M Dollar Closet: May 11, 2026

    Monday, May 11 2026: On today’s episode of Friend Of, we’re covering EVERYTHING from our relaxing Mother’s Day weekends to full-blown Bravo chaos 👀 Topics we discuss at length today are: ⚽ The chaos surrounding the Legends of Brazil vs. TFC Legends game 🏠 A full Summer House scandal update, including the latest rumors involving West Wilson and Jenn Fessler? 😳 West allegedly getting his plus one rescinded… and why we have SO many thoughts 💰 Bobbi Althoff openly admitting she’s joining The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives for money and exposure, not friendships 👀 🤝 Surprisingly wholesome moments between Lindsay Hubbard and Carl Radke! 😂 The absolute chaos of the Kevin Hart Roast! 💎 Our full recap of Part 3 of the The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills reunion! Pop culture, reality TV, sports gossip, and completely unfiltered opinions, just how we like it. 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review Friend Of so you never miss an episode! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 10m

  5. MAY 7

    Met Gala Hits & Misses, Leave Kyle Alone! & The Valley Recap: May 7 2026

    May 7 2026: This week on Friend Of, we’re covering EVERYTHING... from couture fashion to complete Bravo chaos 👀 We break down the biggest moments from the Met Gala, including our top 3 best dressed, the looks that totally missed the mark, and what the Met Gala actually is. Who gets invited? Who pays to attend? And how do those massive celebrity donations compare to what we see happening in our own community here in Guelph? Then we get into reality TV madness: 🌹 Rumors are swirling that Taylor Frankie Paul's season of The Bachelorette will be aired this summer! 🏠 West Wilson’s alleged phone hack and leaked nudes to the ongoing tension in the house 🍸 A full recap of the latest episodes of Summer House & The Valley 👀 Martha Stewart seen filming for RHONY?? Pop culture, fashion, Bravo tea, and unfiltered opinions, exactly how we like it. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe so you never miss the chaos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 12m

  6. MAY 6

    Joe Bradley... A Real Friend Of! We talk Southern Hospitality, Personal Goals and Growth

    May 6, 2026: We’re in Charleston and chatting with Southern Hospitality's Joe Bradley!! Joe takes us all the way back to his early days working at Republic, grinding from barback to the front door to selling tables, and how that hustle unexpectedly led him into the world of reality TV. We talk about what it’s actually like seeing your life play out on screen, how his family feels about it all, and the growth that comes from watching yourself back. He opens up about working in the hospitality industry while navigating drinking culture, what pushed him to hit pause, and what 100 days sober has taught him about boundaries, relationships, and himself. We also get into his new entertainment and travel concierge company, his thoughts on the latest Summer House drama, and the reality of maintaining a healthy relationship when cameras are always rolling. And of course, we wrap with dream Bravo crossovers and a rapid fire that you don’t want to miss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    44 min

  7. MAY 4

    Summer House + In The City Cast Speculations. Will Jessi Lead MomTok? RHOBH + The Valley Recap: May 4 2026

    May 4th 2026: This episode of Friend Of is PACKED with jaw-dropping headlines, hot takes, and a full-on rant you do not want to miss. We kick things off with the viral story about Simone Biles reportedly spending over $20K on glam for a red carpet event in Madrid… and let’s just say Renee has THOUGHTS. From the time, money, and energy it takes to attend these events to whether they’re even worth it anymore, consider this your official anti-event manifesto. Then we dive into the latest MomTok chaos: Jessi’s voice note to Dakota asking for videos of Taylor’s “erratic behaviour.” Why did she want them? What did the judge say in the Dakota vs. Taylor situation? And is Jessi positioning herself as the new leader of MomTok? We also unpack the heartbreaking news surrounding West Wilson, his cousin allegedly shot and killed his grandmother the night before the reunion taping. We discuss how this may explain West’s silence, whether Andy Cohen addressed it, and when West may have found out. From there, we get into all the Summer House speculation: Is Ciara coming back? Will Amanda return? Could West (or even Kyle 👀) end up on In The City? Plus, we recap Part 2 of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills reunion, where Dorit Kemsley continues to make everything about herself, accountability is nowhere to be found, and Kathy Hilton falls for an AI Jell-O diet ad (???). Meanwhile, Mauricio Umansky seems to be living his best double life, and we’re not okay with it. And of course, we break down the latest episode of The Valley: Luke needs to stop complaining, Kristen deserves support, Brittany’s new boyfriend is saying WAY too much, and why are we still talking about Janet apologizing for something from a year ago?! With Lala Kent and Tom Schwartz back on our screens, we expect better storylines, people. We wrap it all up with our Icks & Icons... because obviously. 🎧 Pop culture, reality TV chaos, and unfiltered opinions... just how you like it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 15m

  8. APR 30

    Charleston Recap + Summer House Audio Leaks EXPOSED, Kyle vs West Drama & Dr. Dre Dating a Bravolebrity?: April 30 2026

    April 30 2026: We’re coming to you LIVE from Charleston with a full recap of our first 24 hours in the city, dinner at By The Way, behind-the-scenes moments, and a huge shoutout to Austen Kroll for hooking us up with a Toronto Raptors game at BTW! Then we dive straight into the chaos surrounding Summer House, including the SECOND and THIRD reunion audio leaks. Is the same person behind it all? Didn’t Andy Cohen say there would be legal action? And where is West in all of this?! We break down the escalating drama between Kyle and West, including Kyle’s DJ set diss tracks and why he’s furious that West didn’t defend Amanda. Plus, we discuss the most unexpected Bravo-adjacent relationship EVER: Dr. Dre and Michelle from The Valley?! Will he show up next season? We have THOUGHTS. On the sports side: the Toronto Raptors are down 3–2 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, BI3 is out with an inflamed heel, and the Philadelphia Eagles just signed a guy who’s never played football before?! We wrap with a full recap of this week’s cringey Summer House episode and, of course, our Icks & Icons. Pop culture chaos, sports hot takes, and Charleston content, let’s get into it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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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
    104
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Friend Of

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