Episodes

  • Karen's Potomac Presser with Jenny Donheiser

    Karen's Potomac Presser with Jenny Donheiser
    Jan 29 2026
    Jolenta is joined by Jenny Donheiser (How Were U Brainwashed?) to explore the origin story of the “press conference luncheon” - a somewhat common Real Housewives occourence. They delve into the anals of history and discuss the significance of Karen Huger holding a press conference in a steak house private room back in season three of The Real Housewives of Potomac. Jenny's Insta Hot Mess-terpiece Insta SOURCES The Real Housewives, Peacock.com ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star Karen Huger’s husband and his company owe millions in back taxes, Washington Post Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Kody Brown: The Sister Wives Dictator

    Kody Brown: The Sister Wives Dictator
    Jan 22 2026
    Jolenta goes to town on The King archetype and his evil alter ego, The Dictator. Guess who she thinks fits the profile? One mister Kody Brown, from Sister Wives. If you want to overanalyze Kody’s character and investigate his dictator ways, this is the episode for you. Hot Mess-terpiece Insta SOURCES Dictionary of Classical Mythology, by Pierre Grimal Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes, by Edith Hamilton 45 Master Characters, by Victoria Lynn Schmidt Bravo Shows - Peacock Sister Wives - Hulu & HBO Max Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Free the Situation with Mary Houlihan

    Free the Situation with Mary Houlihan
    Jan 15 2026
    Jolenta is joined by Mary Houlihan (The Mary Houlihan Show) to discuss a subject near and dear to Mary’s heart, The Jersey Shore. From the cast’s early feral days to their adult journeys through sobriety and marriage, Mary helps us understand the characters in this great American drama. And the two do a deep dive on Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino’s redemption arc, aka his release from prison. Mary's Insta Hot Mess-terpiece Insta SOURCES The Jersey Shore and Jersey Shore: Family Vacation - Paramount+ Michael ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino, Marc Sorrentino Sentenced to Federal Prison on Tax Charges, US Department of Justice Archives ‘Jersey Shore’ premiered 10 years ago on MTV. Here’s why the global phenomenon could go on forever, nj.com Jersey Shore: An Oral History, Vulture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • Craig Conover: Portrait of a Southern Artist

    Craig Conover: Portrait of a Southern Artist
    Jan 8 2026
    This week Jolenta takes a look at the character of Craig Conover from Southern Charm and how he fits into the Artist Archetype. And you know she gets into that evil alter ego and how the archetype shows up in mythology and a bunch of other reality shows. Hot Mess-terpiece Insta SOURCES Dictionary of Classical Mythology, by Pierre Grimal Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes, by Edith Hamilton 45 Master Characters, by Victoria Lynn Schmidt Bravo Shows and After Shows - Peacock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • New Year, New Hot Topics

    New Year, New Hot Topics
    Jan 1 2026
    Ring in the new year the classic way - with hot takes on hot topics. For a New Year’s treat, Jolenta is serving takes hot enough to warm your heart on a cold winter’s day. All things reality are discussed, from Southern Charm to Sister Wives. Hot Mess-terpiece Insta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Book Report: Rich As F*ck by Amanda Frances (RHOBH)

    Book Report: Rich As F*ck by Amanda Frances (RHOBH)
    Dec 25 2025
    As a holiday gift to you, Jolenta returns to her podcasting roots with a deep dive on a self-help book. She read Rich As F*ck, so you don’t have to - the money manifesting manual by the newest Real Housewife of Beverly Hills, Amanda Frances. Does the book offer any genuinely useful advice? Does it give scam vibes the same way Amanda does on TV? Let’s find out! Hot Mess-terpiece Insta SOURCES: The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills - Peacock The Secret, by Rhonda Byrne Rich as F*ck, by Amanda Frances Think and Grow Rich, by Napoleon Hill The Power of Positive Thinking, by Vincent Peale Billionaire David Geffen criticized for tone-deaf self-isolation Post, The Guardian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Kathy Hilton: The Real Recluse of Beverly Hills

    Kathy Hilton: The Real Recluse of Beverly Hills
    Dec 18 2025
    Jolenta does a deep dive on The Recluse archetype and her evil twin, The Warlock. Turns out Kathy Hilton from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has a lot of reclusive tendencies, but watch yourself because you don’t want her warlock side to rear its ugly head. Hot Mess-terpiece Insta SOURCES: Mythos: A Retelling of the Myths of Ancient Greece, by Stephen Fry Greek Mythology: Gods and Heroes Brought to Life, By Robert Garland The Greek Myths, by Robert Graves Dictionary of Classical Mythology, by Pierre Grimal Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes, by Edith Hamilton 45 Master Characters, by Victoria Lynn Schmidt Bravo Shows and After Shows - Peacock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • When the NYPD Raided the SLC with Bestie Approved

    When the NYPD Raided the SLC with Bestie Approved
    Dec 11 2025
    Jolenta is joined by Travis Rhoden from Bestie Approved for a crossover episode! In honor of Jen Shah being released from prison, the two recap the infamous sprinter van raid from season 2 of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Travis used to be a finance bro, so he has some interesting takes on money laundering. And many iconic moments are covered: Mary calling Whitney “little girl,” the beginning of Meredith branding herself as a lady who loves baths, and Whitney Rose thinking Homeland Security is a pranking her. Bestie Approved Hot Mess-Terpiece Insta SOURCES: Real Housewives of Salt Lake City - Peacock Jennie Nguyen removed from 'Real Housewives' cast for offensive posts, NBC News Reality Show Cast Member Jennifer Shah Sentenced To 78 Months In Prison For Running Nationwide Telemarketing Fraud Scheme, United States Attorney’s Office Southern District of New York ‘Real Housewives' Star Charged in Massive Fraud, Money Laundering Scheme, NBC New York Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 17 mins