On a Real Note

Aidan & Noah
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On a Real Note is a pop culture and reality television podcast that analyzes the 'real' of iconic moments. Why did that moment happen? Who was responsible? What was the reaction of society as a whole? Noah and Aidan are here to mention it all - anything from the reality television hits of yesteryear to iconic media moments that still permeate society today.

  1. 3D AGO

    A Peek into Potomac Season 10 and Karen's First Day Out

    Aidan and Noah are back with one of their favorite Bravo franchises: The Real Housewives of Potomac. This episode breaks down the moments featured in the trailer for Season 10 of the hit Bravo show. The ladies are back with shifting alliances, big life changes, and a few fresh faces ready to stir the pot. Longtime Housewives are navigating everything from new romances to relationship drama, while the newcomers are determined to make their presence known. And yes… there’s buzz about a certain former Potomac star that Noah and Aidan once dedicated an entire episode to making a return. On top of that the hosts dive into the headline-making news of Karen Huger’s release from prison after serving six months and what this could mean for the Grande Dame’s presence on Bravo. Expect plenty of laughs, speculation, and unfiltered commentary as we gear up for what’s shaping up to be a legendary season in Potomac. Listen in for all the Bravo tea, deep trailer analysis, and our predictions for Season 10’s impact. Follow the On a Real Note Podcast on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onarealnotepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onarealnotepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/onarealnotepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnARealNotePod Visit our website: https://www.onarealnote.com/

    46 min

  2. SEP 3

    Chanting for Jerry: Netflix's Fights, Camera, Action

    Noah and Aidan watch shows so you don’t have to and this week, we’re diving into Netflix’s Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action, the jaw-dropping two-part documentary peeling back the curtain on one of the wildest talk shows in TV history, The Jerry Springer Show. From its humble beginnings to its transformation into a cultural lightning rod of chaos, we unpack how shock headlines, outrageous casting, and producer-engineered mayhem turned a daytime talk show into an American institution of scandal. We explore how Fights, Camera, Action charts the rise of Springer’s spectacle from “I married a horse” to klanfrontations and the behind-the-scenes strategies that built the “JERRY” chant into a brand. We also discuss the documentary’s darker turns, as it examines when manufactured drama crossed into real-world danger and the lasting cultural impact of the tabloid talk genre. Whether you tuned in religiously, caught random clips home sick from school, or only know the show through its infamous reputation, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss. Follow the On a Real Note Podcast on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onarealnotepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onarealnotepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/onarealnotepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnARealNotePod Visit our website: https://www.onarealnote.com/

    1h 5m

  3. AUG 27

    Unwrapping Netflix's Fit for TV

    No, Jillian Michael doesn't appear. Aidan and Noah watch shows so you don’t have to and this week they dove headfirst into Netflix’s Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser, the explosive three-part documentary exposing what really happened behind the scenes of America’s most infamous weight-loss competition. We break down shocking moments like contestant Tracey’s near-fatal collapse, the producers’ obsession with bigger starting weights, and scandals so messy they could only get printed by the New York Post. Along the way, we talk about The Biggest Loser’s legacy: the lasting metabolic and emotional toll on contestants, the rise of body-shaming as entertainment, and whether an “ethical” weight-loss competition could ever exist. If you remember the show, love reality TV deep dives, or just want the tea then this is the episode for you. Follow the On a Real Note Podcast on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onarealnotepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onarealnotepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/onarealnotepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnARealNotePod Visit our website: https://www.onarealnote.com/

    1h 3m

  4. AUG 20

    Current Events: Political Prisoners, Horror, Housewives & Dr Phil

    A recap of relatively recent mess brought to you by your favorite cohosts. Follow the On a Real Note Podcast on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onarealnotepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onarealnotepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/onarealnotepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnARealNotePod Visit our website: https://www.onarealnote.com/

    1h 2m

  5. AUG 13

    You Know What Really Grinds Our Gears?

    Aidan and Noah channel their inner Family Guy energy with a “What Grinds My Gears” special. From the little everyday annoyances in their personal lives to the annoying moments in pop culture and reality television, nothing is off-limits. You’ll get a more personal look at the hosts as they vent about the habits, trends, and celebrity shenanigans driving them up the wall. This is the ultimate rant session for pop culture and reality TV fans. Follow the On a Real Note Podcast on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onarealnotepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onarealnotepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/onarealnotepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnARealNotePod Visit our website: https://www.onarealnote.com/

    1h 1m

  6. AUG 6

    Elbow Dropping into Netflix's WWE Unreal

    This week on On a Real Note, Noah and Aidan step into the ring with Netflix’s brand-new docuseries WWE: Unreal. In this 5-part series, Netflix goes behind the curtain of pro wrestling for the first time ever, following the chaotic and emotional build to WrestleMania 2025. As always, we watch the shows so you don’t have to and this one gave us a lot to critique and reflect on. Noah, a total wrestling newbie, shares what shocked him most while Aidan, our resident wrestling fan, breaks down the behind-the-scenes drama and things that even surprised him as a lifelong viewer of WWE. We dive into the evolution of superstars like John Cena, Bianca Belair and Rhea Ripley, CM Punk’s emotional arc, and the soap opera-level storylines that make the WWE universe so compelling. Whether you’re a diehard wrestling fan or just curious why The Rock was yelling “I want your soul" tap in for a review of Netflix's latest foray into the sports documentary genre. Follow the On a Real Note Podcast on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onarealnotepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onarealnotepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/onarealnotepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnARealNotePod Visit our website: https://www.onarealnote.com/

    58 min

  7. JUL 30

    The Absurdity of FX's Black. White.

    This week, Noah and Aidan dive into one of the most chaotic and uncomfortable “social experiment” reality shows to ever air — FX’s Black. White. (2006). Produced by Ice Cube, this short-lived series followed one Black family and one white family who donned theatrical makeup to experience life as the opposite race. From cringe-inducing slam poetry to awkward focus groups, dialect coaches, and the worst Afro wig you’ve ever seen on TV, Black. White. is a time capsule of early 2000s race relations and network absurdity. Noah and Aidan break down each family, from Bruno’s obsession with saying the N-word to Renee's candid behavior and Rose's eagerness to engage. We discuss what worked, what absolutely didn’t, and why the show felt more like a high school sociology lesson than a reality series. Plus we talk about people who leave eggshells in the carton. Follow the On a Real Note Podcast on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onarealnotepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onarealnotepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/onarealnotepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnARealNotePod Visit our website: https://www.onarealnote.com/

    1h 19m

  8. JUL 23

    U-Hauling Through The Ultimatum Queer Love: Season 2

    Noah and Aidan love watching reality shows you're curious about but don't want to invest actual time in. This week’s culprit is The Ultimatum: Queer Love Season 2, Netflix’s sapphic social experiment where five couples enter the pressure cooker of love, break up, and pair off with new partners in "trial marriages"—all to test whether they’re ready to say “I do” or “I’m out.” Together, they spiral over the absolute rollercoaster of emotions, the women who got done dirty, and the alternate trial marriages they thought would have shaken the dynamic up. They also unpack who was in the right (and very wrong), how unhinged the format remains and even get into the whether or not the host is qualified. From unexpected breakups to soulmate-level connections, they both agree: they would never survive this show, but are very glad they watched it from the safety of their couches. Follow the On a Real Note Podcast on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onarealnotepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onarealnotepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/onarealnotepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnARealNotePod Visit our website: https://www.onarealnote.com/

    1h 5m
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On a Real Note is a pop culture and reality television podcast that analyzes the 'real' of iconic moments. Why did that moment happen? Who was responsible? What was the reaction of society as a whole? Noah and Aidan are here to mention it all - anything from the reality television hits of yesteryear to iconic media moments that still permeate society today.

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  • Creator
    Aidan & Noah
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    150
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Aidan & Noah

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