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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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    • 4.4 • 524 Ratings

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. 

    *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!
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    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 ...

    • 31 min
    Summer House 8x08 Recap w/ Lo & Mo!

    Summer House 8x08 Recap w/ Lo & Mo!

    Y'all... we've finally made it through the backlog and are caught upppp! We're breaking down last week's Summer House, where we pick back up with our Hamptons gang at the super chic Italian Dinner and descend into Kyle and Amanda's relationship chaos from there (are any of us really surprised?)! Hope y'all enjoy!
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    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 ...

    • 1 hr 55 min
    Valley of the Brawls - The Valley 1x04 Recap!

    Valley of the Brawls - The Valley 1x04 Recap!

    We picked up from the Capri Dinner Party from Hell, and by the end of the episode... well... things weren't much better!! Something tells me we're in for a wild ride this season on The Valley! Hope y'all enjoy!!
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    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 ...

    • 1 hr 24 min
    *PATREON PREVIEW* From Tequila Ho to Hot Dog Jo to No No No - Vanderpump Rules 11x11 Recap

    *PATREON PREVIEW* From Tequila Ho to Hot Dog Jo to No No No - Vanderpump Rules 11x11 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!

    Guys, we're finally caught up to broadcast!! Here's your episode 11 recap, Hope y'all enjoy!!
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    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 ...

    • 29 min
    Summer House 8x07 Recap w/ Lo & Mo!

    Summer House 8x07 Recap w/ Lo & Mo!

    We're back - both of us finally(!!) - talking Summer House! We're so close to getting caught up, guys, and in this episode, we're breaking down last week's Summer House! Hope y'all enjoy!
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    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 ...

    • 2 hr 8 min
    Katching-Up with Kathryn Dennis!

    Katching-Up with Kathryn Dennis!

    For this preview - we're giving EVERYONE Morgan's catch-up convo with Kathryn! And if you enjoy this preview and want to hear the episode recap and 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!! We're super excited to welcome our very first guest - the one, the only - Kathryn Dennis to Reality Bites!! Kathryn's one of our absolutel faves, and she was awesome enough to  not only  join me to recap Southern Charm episode 2x02, but we also had an extra long  catch-up conversation about life! Hope y'all enjoy!



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    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 ...

    • 1 hr 7 min

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