The Reality Check Podcast

BREAKING NEWS! Off the back of ongoing scandals and news in the Bravosphere, Leo and Nesu decided to band back together to unpack the mess that has swept Bravo with the new allegations against Dr. Wendy and Eddie Osefo with their fraud case. The pair go on to discuss & share their thoughts and opinions on the matter and also go on to debate whether Bravo viewers have a hand to play in the current zeitgeist of Housewives and the pressure to appear wealthy. They close off with a look into the latest season of the #RHOP, and go onto discuss their first thoughts of episodes 1 & 2 of season 10. Enjoy!

It’s another week and Leo and Nesu are back! The duo kicks off with a little catch-up on life, how they’ve been doing; and get into the duality of life which is the good & bad existing concurrently and that not being a bad thing. The pair go on to discuss what shows they’ve been watching and Nesu goes on to dissect the erasure of black women/black female leads in Hollywood, as well as the realities that 'black shows' face, and how without support from black audiences; it makes it tenfolds harder for those shows to thrive. They close off with a look into the latest season of the #RHOP, and go on to discuss their first thoughts of episodes 1 & 2 of season 9. With Karen deflecting from all eyes being on her, and Mia on the brink of a shaky storyline, what will this season bring? Enjoy!

The gworls are back! A little bit of a delayed one, but Leo and Nesu start off by discussing how summer has been and the art of striking the balance between enjoying outside and not overdoing it and getting some rest. The duo discuss the art of the rewatch and unpack some shows they’ve tapped into during the Bravo ‘off season’, and touch on how the dying concept of teenagehood has resulted in a loss of a great genre of TV shows catered to teenagers and young adults. They close off with a recap of RHODubai and how so much changed in such a short space of time; while briefly closing with their thoughts on the reunion looks.

You asked, and they delivered! Leo and Nesu dive right back in, as they reminisce on how they were first introduced to Afrobeats, and the drawbacks that have come with recent linkups between Southern and West African artists on some remixes of already popular songs. Jumping over to how they’re doing, they open up about recent experiences with getting older, and how friendship dynamics just seem to change without cause. The topic of friendships continue, as they discuss the cracks beginning to show in Lesa and Chanel’s friendship on the sophomore season of the Real Housewives of Dubai.

Leo and Nesu have a special guest this week, Martina, who they have dubbed the original RHOP Historian! In this week’s episode, the trio delved into the recent Bravo updates, a recap of RHOP S8 and discuss what they think the future of reality tv looks like. Enjoy!

Hello loves! Leo and Nesu kick off this week’s episode by discussing their weekend’s and quickly get into how Uche Natori has recently had the gworls over on TikTok and Twitter (X) in a tizzy over her ICONIC makeup routine, tips and tricks (06:44). The duo also delves into the recent controversial situation with allegations against Alonuko (17:51), influencers and people of popularity being treated better by wedding vendors and just how expensive it currently is to hold the bride baton. Leo and Nesu scoot on over into their thoughts on #Married2Med Reunion Pt. 1 (34:47), and share their thoughts on how disappointing it was to see Dr. Jackie not be held accountable. They close off with their thoughts on the #RHOM Reunion Pt. 1 & 2 (1:08:44), and share their ranking of their favourite Housewives franchise of the 2023/4 year.

Leo and Nesu have a special guest this week, Tammy from the BTS Pod - a self confessed Bravoholic! They open with their views on the infamous Monique vs Candice (Real Housewives of Potomac) altercation, before getting into how they’re doing as well as how their weekend was. The Grammy’s (24:02) are on the brain and they discuss their views on some of the award wins and they also discuss Kandi’s announcement on leaving the Real Housewives of Atlanta. Next, trio discuss the current season of the Real Housewives of Miami (1:02:04), as the trend of Lisa’s victim mentality continues and she has a ‘Karen’ outburst towards Guerdy. The current season of Married to Medicine is next on the agenda (1:33:02) and the trio discuss Dr. Heavenly doing too much and Dr. Jackie being put in the hot seat. They end off on what their favourite Bravo show is at the moment, and of all time!

The dolls are back! As usual Leo and Nesu start off by catching up and discussing how they are and how Leo is currently the busiest person on the planet. Next up, the pair discuss the Balmain Paris and Tongoro scandal that took place online following Balmain’s #FW24 Men’s Collection show (30:20) and question whether any ideas are ever really original anymore; as well as a quick chat on the rise of Cishet women proposing to men (43:03). The duo goes on to touch on #Married2Med and talk about Toya’s seemingly ungratefulness (01:06:50). Next on the docket is #RHOP (01:30:28) and dissect the current place the show is in, as well as how amazing it was to finally have some luxury on there thanks to Candiace’s event. #RHOSLC is last on the agenda (01:51:42) and they pair discuss Monica’s alleged firing or pause from the show, and share their opposing views about it.

Hello loves! We hope the new year is treating you well. Leo and Nesu are back to chop it up and start off by catching up and discussing London nightlife, and how all hope may not be lost for finding other good vibes babes in London. Next up, the pair discuss Halle Bailey’s baby announcement (29:17) and how the Bailey sisters technically gaslit us all! The duo switch gears and discuss Oscar Pistorius’ release (38:21) and how disappointing it has been to see some news outlets try to position him as anything other than a murderer. Next up, Leo and Nesu dissect the explosive RHOSLC Season 4 Finale (50:30) and the cinematic excellence that the cast delivered. Last for this week, Nesu discusses her current rewatch of RHOA S7 and how it’s changed how she views some of the cast (59:17) while Leo leads into a comparison of RHOSLC, RHOP and RHOBH (01:36:11). Enjoy!

For their last/holiday episode of 2023, Big IK joins Leo and Nesu, and Christmas is on the brain as they start with how they’re doing, as well as trying to get into the Christmas spirit a few days before the big day. They do the usual Pass/Drop the Mic (15:00), sharing their thoughts on what’s stood out for them, for good reasons or bad. In recapping what they’ve been watching recently (42:22), they also point out anything that’s stood out to them on tv at the moment. The Real Housewives of Lagos (54:00) is the last thing to be dissected in this episode. As they conclude their second season, the trio discuss it and think of what the future of the show could look like.

Your favourite duo is back and kick- off with a check-in, followed by what their New Year’s resolutions for the podcast are. Next on the agenda is BravoCon 2024 (39:28) and the two talk about their ultimate ‘CHOPS’ from the convention. The conversation switches to the new seasons of RHOP and the Married to Medicine (58:44), where the two discuss their views of the season premieres. 

Leo and Nesu kick off with the usual check-in, and jump right back in like they never left. The recent spate of high profile breakups (22:01) is on Nesu's mind, followed by this week's 'Pass the Mic' (34:55), which gets the two digging into all things Kerry Washington as well as Beyoncé, and the impact of the Renaissance World Tour as it comes to an end. The conversation switches to the new season of RHOSLC (01:03:16) and the RHONY reboot, and both have noticed a similar theme that seems to emerge on both shows, before finally reminiscing on Scandal (01:20:02), as everyone seems to be in their rewatch era.

It’s been a long time and we shouldn’t have left you without a dope beat to step to, but the gworls are back! Leo and Nesu start off by doing a check-in and sharing  an update on where they’ve been, how they’re doing and what’s been going on. The pair go straight into discussing some pop culture topics including cancel culture, the viral Carlos King interviews with Nene Leakes and Kenya Moore (00:36:00). They then segue into giving a recap of what they believe has been the worst season of the Real Housewives of Atlanta (01:09:41), and exchange opinions on who they think needs the chop as well as what they think production should consider for the upcoming season. 

Today marks the season 1 finale of the Reality Check Pod and Leo and Nesu are so excited to get into let week's episodes. After their usual weekend round up, they head straight into their thoughts on S1E9 of the Real Housewives of Dubai, ‘Dancehall It Out’ (00:17:15), where Sara vs Brooks continues. They also end off with a rating of the cast and the season [thus far]. Next on the agenda is S14E13 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, ‘A Rum Punch To The Gut’ (00:51:22). The cast sets off for Jamaica and Kenya seems to have got her groove back? The trip quickly escalates as it's only the first night and Marlo and Kandi (unsurprisingly) have butted heads. Last on the menu was S12E13 of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, 'Rose Coloured Glasses' (01:20:57), and Leo and Nesu share their confusion at Sutton still wanting to be in Rinna's good books. The duo end of by dissenting the shocking scene at Rinna's Rose tasting.

After a long unintentional hiatus, your fav reality pod duo is back with episode 31! After a much needed catch-up, they got straight into S1E2-4 of the Real Housewives of Dubai, (00:23:00). Leo and Nesu share their thoughts on the Carolines as well as which housewives they’re currently feeling a little disappointed by. Next on their radar is S12E5-8 (00:46:10) of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The pair shared a mutual shock for how reasonable Kyle seemed to be following the ongoing ‘Dark’ dispute between Crystal and Sutton, as well as a common confusion as to what Diana’s purpose on this cast really is. Episodes 10 and 11 of the Real Housewives of Lagos (01:06:39) were next on the agenda, and they dissect the shocking fallout between Chioma and Caroline. Last on the menu was S14E6-8 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta (01:22:25) and the pair broke down their opinions on Kenya vs Marlo and the bubbling feuds throughout the rest of the group.

This week’s fashionably late episode starts off with an update on how Leo and Nesu are doing and a bit of chat about Love Island. To start off this week’s reviews, the two dive into Bravo’s first international instalment of the franchise, the Real Housewives of Dubai (11:47), with S1E1 titled ‘Sand Dunes and Don’ts’ as they give their first impressions of this group of women, the way the show portrays wealth as well as their excitement for what’s to come this season. On S12E4 of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, ‘The Crystal Conundrum’ (58:10) both Leo and Nesu agree that Crystal is moving weirdly, and what effect her comments about Sutton are having on the rest of the group. The trip to New York continues on S14E5 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta (01:24:43), ‘She by Herself’ which leaves the hosts wondering what exactly Sanya’s motives were in calling Drew out in front of the group as well as Kandi’s reaction to criticism about her openness to sex when her friends aren’t feeling it. Last but certainly not least, S1E9 Real Housewives of Lagos (01:57:35) sees Toyin host a party for her friends, as she prepares to announce a trip to Dubai to celebrate her 40th birthday, and Leo and Nesu find themselves conflicted about Toyin’s problem with Chioma.

Anchor bio: Your fav duo start off with their usual weekend catch-up and jokingly discuss some lighthearted office dynamics post-pandemic. With not much on their agenda this week, they got deep into S12E3 of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, ‘There’s Sutton About Crystal’ (00:22:52). Kyle has her store opening and takes the ladies on a road trip for it. Sutton vs everyone else continues, and unfortunately Crystal ends up triggered; and the hosts dissect this. Episode 8 of the Real Housewives of Lagos (01:01:50) is next on the agenda, and the Cold War between Laura and Caro continues and Leo and Nesu share their thoughts on the ‘Peace Summit’ Iyabo hosted.

This week Leo and Nesu started off with their usual weekend catch-up and without wasting any time they got into part, ‘Reunion: Part 2’ of Real Housewives of New Jersey S12E15 (00:09:05). The Gorgas were still the topic of conversation and they also touched on their views on biases present in this part of the reunion. Episode 6 of the Real Housewives of Lagos (00:43:46) is next on the agenda, and the issue of true friendship is still a burning topic amongst the ladies. Leo and Nesu share their thoughts on Laura’s fashion show and their thoughts on the current tensions amongst the ladies. The duo then discuss S14E3 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, ‘The Tea Is Served’ (01:08:09), and dissect the case of the shared Assistant as well as how quickly little Brooklyn’s 3rd birthday party went left. Lastly, the pair discuss the long-awaited return of the fan favourite, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (01:38:50) and get to talking about S12E1, ‘The Break-In’. As this is a new franchise for Nesu, she covers her first impressions, while Leo touches on their excitement for what lies ahead and how the season started off with a bang!

The Reality Check Podcast continues with another episode, as Leo and Nesu chat about the hotly anticipated Selling Sunset reunion (09:29). Tan’s hosting skills are brought up, as well as how he seemed to be coming out guns blazing for Chelsea. After wrapping up their discussion on the Netflix reality show, the duo dive into the first part of Bravo’s Real Housewives of New Jersey (40:10) S12 reunion, talking about Jen’s performance, Jackie’s rumoured demotion as well as Joe G’s continued involvement in women’s business. Drew’s marriage on the S14E2 of Real Housewives of Atlanta (01:09:47), ‘All Aboard the Gaslight Express’ is cause for concern for Leo and Nesu, who worry about how badly things must be for Drew privately, if this is what we’re seeing as the cameras roll. Lastly, we join the ladies of Real Housewives of Lagos S1E5 (01:43:34) as their trip to Abuja continues while they get to know Mariam, the group’s newest addition. 

This week Leo and Nesu are celebrating their 25th episode but after a boozy weekend, their energy was a little low (so they apologise for that) but still started off with their bank holiday recap as always. Without wasting any time they got into Episodes 6-10 of, Netflix’s Selling Sunset S05 (00:08:49). They cover how the rest of season went and what they feel is a much needed rebrand for the show. The duo then discuss the season finale of S12 of Real Housewives of New Jersey (00:48:00), ‘Showdown in Smashville’, and touch up on their disappointment with how the season went. They quickly switch gears to discuss the long-awaited return of one of their favourite franchises, Real Housewives of Atlanta (01:01:00). The pair discuss their thoughts on S14E01, ‘The Edge of Fashion’, and what they think of what feels to be a revamp of the show. They also touch on their first impressions of the new peach holders and cover the potential drama already bubbling. They end off with Real Housewives of Lagos (01:16:00) and discuss how the last two episodes have finally picked up for the show!