Friend Of

• Bachelorette Bombshell: Taylor Frankie Paul + TIFF ‘Swiped’, RHOM Miami Meltdown & RHOC Slumber Party

  On this episode of Friend Of, we dive into the week’s biggest reality TV and pop culture shockers: Taylor Frankie Paul nabs The Bachelorette lead, our TIFF glam day and Swiped review, and spicy Housewives and Below Deck debates you won’t want to miss. This week’s reality TV & pop culture tea: Taylor Frankie Paul announced as The Bachelorette: format shake-up, timing, and what it means for the franchise TIFF day with YouTheory + Nobu glam: our review of Swiped (Whitney Wolfe/Bumble), NDAs, and what’s next for the film Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S3 drops Nov 13 (all episodes at once) — why binge drops are a blessing and a curse Below Deck finale setup: Damo’s 8-course stress, Fraser’s management, Jess x Barbara, and why we’d skip beach days for yacht days Real Housewives of London: Buckingham Palace invite flexing, Panthea vs. Karen, and elite etiquette 101 Real Housewives of Miami: Julia’s tough lunch with her dad, Lisa & Jody next steps, Larsa’s OnlyFans earnings, Marisol vs. Stephanie brewing, and Lisa’s ring choices Real Housewives of Orange County: Tamra’s apology tour, Heather’s over-the-top slumber party, Shannon’s boundaries, and the “fat photo” debate Plus: Ariana Grande ticket chaos (resales hitting wild numbers), Drake x Bobby clips everywhere, Craig Conover’s new production company, WWHL’s Schwartz crush on Alexia, and Karen Huger’s post-jail headlines BONUS: TIFF glam behind-the-scenes, oversized watch obsessions, and the weirdest “lady-like” rules we’ve ever heard Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you get your reality TV podcasts! — Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows, every episode, every season Ad-free, same day as TV, cancel anytime Connect with us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Netflix’s High School Catfish, Harry Styles x Radziwill, RHOP’s Karen Huger Out

  On this episode of Friend Of, we break down the Netflix doc everyone’s talking about, a Harry Styles viral “prince charming” moment, and major Housewives drama across Miami, OC, and London. This week’s reality TV & pop culture tea: Netflix’s Unknown Number: The High School Catfish's wild twists, “digital Munchausen,” and why the parents’ choices enraged us Harry Styles helps Carole Radziwill at a wedding — how one photo became a fairytale viral moment RHOP’s Karen Huger released — accountability, image, and fan reactions Below Deck — interior team friction (Fraser, Celine), captain intervention, docking stress, and how production actually films on yachts Real Housewives of London — Cotswolds trip, money whispers around Amanda, Panthéa’s “blowouts only” life, and clashing etiquette Real Housewives of Miami — godmother ceremony vs private jet rules, Lisa’s finalized divorce, Larsa’s non‑cheers, and Adriana’s “ratchet vs wretched” debate Real Housewives of Orange County — testosterone pellets, the TV polygraph guy, Katie vs Gretchen & Slade receipts, Tamra/Jen’s toxic “care,” Gina’s ex’s heart attack, Emily’s mom guilt, and Shannon’s iconic “disheveled spice” moments Plus: • TIFF buzz in Toronto and celeb sightings wish list • Perez Hilton vs Blake Lively • Justin Baldoni vs Blake Lively suit chatter, and why these mega‑cases grip fandoms Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you get your reality TV podcasts! — Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. • Hundreds of shows, every episode, every season • Ad‑free, same day as TV, cancel anytime Connect with us:• Instagram: @friendofpodcast If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Are Engaged: Love Island Reunion, Cardi B Trial

  On this episode of Friend Of, we break down Taylor & Travis’s engagement (ring, photos, timeline theories), the Love Island reunion fireworks, and the week’s messiest Bravo drama, from Miami and OC to Below Deck, plus Cardi B’s viral court moments. This week’s reality TV & pop culture tea: • Taylor Swift x Travis Kelce engagement: ring details, “staged or real?” photo debate, New Heights timeline clues, and prenup chatter • Love Island USA reunion hosted by Ariana & Andy: Huda’s relationship tease, Ace/Shelly pre‑show rumors addressed • Below Deck tension: Fraser’s dilemma, Celine vs. Rainbow work drama, and Kyle’s “got away with it” moment • Real Housewives of London: Panthea vs. Juliet dentist saga, Caroline Stanbury cameo, and UK boarding school culture shock • Real Housewives of Miami: Jodi texting Lisa, Larsa’s escalation, Adriana calls Kiki “ratchet,” Stephanie’s tears, and PJ “rules” • Real Housewives of Orange County: Kiki Monique’s receipts, Katie’s lie detector, and Gina shuts down the “Asian designer” accusation • Cardi B trial clips: nails, wigs, and “disabled while pregnant” exchange going viral • Serena Williams Ozempic discourse, Carl’s sober bar opening, US Open celeb rumors, Ariana tour buzz, and Morgan Wallen walk‑on surprises Plus: Why reality TV friendships are the real endgame—and our Icons/IGs of the week. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you get your reality TV podcasts! — Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows, every episode, every season Ad-free, same day as TV, cancel anytime Connect with us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Real Housewives of London Premiere, Miami Unfollow War + OC Lie Detector, Love Island Reunion, Tom Sandoval on AGT

  On this episode of Friend Of: Yacht engines stall Below Deck and tipping ethics get messy, London’s poshest new Housewives bring big dog energy and bigger drama, Miami erupts over an Instagram unfollow, and OC tees up a lie detector. This week’s reality TV & pop culture tea: Below Deck: Yacht stuck at the dock, a $19K tip sparks a fairness debate, Anthony’s truffle pasta vs crew meals, Kyle’s drinking concerns and Frazier’s leadership, plus a respectful primary who handled compensation and gratuity like a pro. Real Housewives of London (S1E1): Dentist consent fight, “borrowing” designer looks, Belgravia price shock, Karen’s multi-floor mega-reno, Nessa’s weekend “castle,” and yes—the dogs are the stars. Real Housewives of Miami: Lisa arrives late to Spain post–St. Barts villa, Larsa pushes a Marcus-Jordan unfollow demand, Jodi’s texts stir the pot, Kiki opens up about the strain of sponsoring family from Haiti, and flamenco dress shopping steals the scene. Real Housewives of Orange County: Tamra’s rumor pipeline circles Gretchen/Slade and a hospital toxicology tale, Shannon navigates panic and DUI fallout, Emily and Shane juggle parenting stress, and a lie detector looms next week. Love Island: Reunion drops on the 25th and fits are already teasing fire. Quick hits: Aesha (Below Deck) pops up on Amazing Race Australia, Paige is spotted on a film set, and Jax Taylor buzz around Bravocon and social media. Icks & Icons: Ick: Larsa’s “I’m too good for this” dinner exit and Tom Sandoval’s tough AGT moment. Icon: Kiki’s raw honesty - and Ryan’s unbothered red light therapy helmet cameo. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you get your reality TV podcasts! — Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows, every episode, every season Ad-free, same day as TV, cancel anytime Connect with us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Taylor Swift’s New Heights Bombshell, Real Housewives of London Premiere, & Below Deck’s Wildest Scandal Yet

  On this episode of Friend Of, we dive into Taylor Swift's surprise appearance on New Heights, including her new album announcement, Travis Kelce, and the podcast moment Swifties can't stop talking about. [03:00] Taylor Swift on New Heights: album announcement and Travis Kelce relationship updates [15:00] Real Housewives of London premiere: exclusive event details and cast first impressions [25:00] Below Deck's bathroom floor scandal: crew hookups and love triangle drama [40:00] The Valley reunion: ring camera fights, Jax's burner accounts, and Brittany updates [52:00] Real Housewives of Miami: private jet feuds and Birkin bag flexing [65:00] Orange County chaos: Tamra's meltdown and Gretchen's epic comeback We also cover: Champagne birthdays, reality TV reunions, and why Seth Rogen is reality TV's most unexpected superfan BONUS: Listener icons & icks of the week, plus our predictions for the next big reality TV scandal! Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your best reality TV podcast episodes! — Friend Of is proudly presented by Hayu, the home of reality TV. Hundreds of shows, every episode, every season Ad-free, same day as TV, cancel anytime Connect with us: Instagram: @friendofpodcast If you love the show, please rate and review us! Your support helps more reality TV fans find us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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