The Reality Flash

NeNe Leakes is Coming Back to Bravo Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! This episode, Mike is joined by Matt Liguori to talk through the recently-announced cast of 'The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip,' including the long-awaited return of NeNe Leakes to Bravo. Subscribe to The Reality Flash at the reality flash.com so you don't miss an iota of news coming out of the ever-shifting reality TV landscape. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠?The Reality Flash podcast feed?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠? YouTube?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠?Become a RHAP Patron?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Biggest Reality TV Stories of 2025 Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! This episode, Mike talks through the biggest stories to come out of reality TV in 2025. "Celebrating the Life of Mickey Lee" GoFundMe page Thank you for your support all season long for The Reality Flash! Have a safe and RHAPpy new year, and we'll see you in 2026 for much more reality TV news to come. Subscribe to The Reality Flash at the reality flash.com so you don't miss an iota of news coming out of the ever-shifting reality TV landscape. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠?The Reality Flash podcast feed?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠? YouTube?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠?Become a RHAP Patron?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's Coming to Reality TV in 2026? Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! This episode, Mike reviews the recently-announced reality shows coming to CBS, FOX, NBC, and ABC in the winter and spring 2026. He talks the premiere of Survivor 50 (and the special programming leading into it), the Fear Factor revival, all the changes being made to The Voice, and more. Subscribe to The Reality Flash at the reality flash.com so you don't miss an iota of news coming out of the ever-shifting reality TV landscape. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠?The Reality Flash podcast feed?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠? YouTube?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠?Become a RHAP Patron?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Bergeron and Bobby Bones Are Going At It — And I'm in the Middle! Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! This episode tackles the recent comments by former Dancing with the Stars host Tom Bergeron about former winner Bobby Bones (to Mike himself!), as well as Bobby's response to his comments. Subscribe to The Reality Flash at the reality flash.com so you don't miss an iota of news coming out of the ever-shifting reality TV landscape. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠?The Reality Flash podcast feed?⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠? YouTube?⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠?Become a RHAP Patron?⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MTV Cancels Ridiculousness — What's Next? Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! This episode tackles a shocking October announcement: MTV has officially canceled Ridiculousness. Described as one of the cornerstones of the network's current programming, the cancellation of this series has been called, in a word, ridiculousness. The show, hosted by Rob Dyrdek, premiered in 2011 and is essentially a communal version of America's Funniest Home Videos. Dyrdek and a panel comment on funny internet videos, often featuring amateur stunts. The impact of this cancellation is significant: over 14 years, Ridiculousness produced more than 1,700 episodes across 46 seasons. This volume of content—850 hours of television—means Ridiculousness put out more content than Survivor, despite Survivor having been on the air a decade longer. Up until its cancellation, it was a major constant that MTV relied upon to fill a "profuse amount" of its daily programming. The news suggests MTV is undergoing a massive shift, as the company stated it is working to "reimagine MTV for the future with a more curated slate featuring fresh formats, different creative voices, and refresh programming". Mike Bloom explores whether this is a sign of a "full-on makeover" at the network, specifically looking at how this might affect other long-running programming, like The Challenge. Rumors suggest executives are considering moving The Challenge permanently to Paramount Plus. Is the end of the "Ness franchise" (which includes four spin-offs: Amazingness, Deliciousness, Adorableness, and Messiness) a canary in the coal mine for other tenured shows? Subscribe to The Reality Flash at the reality flash.com so you don't miss an iota of news coming out of the ever-shifting reality TV landscape. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠?The Reality Flash podcast feed?⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠? YouTube?⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠?Become a RHAP Patron?⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every Reality TV Moment from the 2025 Emmys Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In this episode, Mike is joined by Chappell to discuss Tiffany "New York" Pollard's newest reality show, 'Slayers: Wheel of Fate,' coming to OutTV on October 8. Watch the first 15 minutes of 'Slayers'   LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠?The Reality Flash podcast feed?⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠? YouTube?⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠?Become a RHAP Patron?⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every Reality TV Moment from the 2025 Emmys Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In this episode, Mike reviews the big events in reality TV from the 2025 Emmy Awards, including the winning shows and Jeff Probst's memorable appearance as presenter.   LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠?The Reality Flash podcast feed?⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠? YouTube?⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠?Become a RHAP Patron?⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Mormon Wife is Taking Over The Bachelorette | The Reality Flash Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash!   LISTEN: Subscribe to ?The Reality Flash podcast feed?WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on? YouTube?SUPPORT: ?Become a RHAP Patron? for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dancing With The Stars 34 Cast is STACKED | The Reality Flash Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike is joined by Matt Liguori and Sasha Joseph to break down the newly released cast of Dancing with the Stars Season 34! LISTEN: Subscribe to The Reality Flash podcast feedWATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Australian Survivor Reveals Its Next Host Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike is joined by Shannon Guss to talk through the recent announcement of the new host of Australian Survivor following Jonathan LaPaglia's departure from the series. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Traitors Adds New Season – And Says Farewell to Celebs Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike is joined by Pooya to talk through the recent news that The Traitors US will be adding a new season coming fall 2026, featuring a cast of all "civilians" and no celebrities. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big Brother Takes Over The Amazing Race! Season 38 Cast Reveal | The Reality Flash The cast for the next season of The Amazing Race on CBS has officially been revealed — and it’s a Big Brother–alum–meets–real-life connection edition! 👀🏠➡️🌍 Each team features a Big Brother alum racing alongside someone from their real life — a best friend, family member, or partner — except for one duo where both teammates are Big Brother alumni who just happen to be dating! ❤️ Join Mike Bloom and Taran Armstrong as they break down every team reveal in this special Reality Flash, only on RHAP. 🤓📺 Who’s teaming up? Which relationships will thrive under pressure — and which might crack? And which pair are YOU rooting for? 🔥 RHAP will have full coverage all season long starting this fall — don’t miss a moment! 👉 Watch now and subscribe for all your Reality TV updates! LISTEN: Subscribe to The Reality Flash podcast feedWATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island Couple JaNa and Kenny Drop a Shocking Bombshell Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike is joined by Kirsten MacInnis and Brian Scally to break down the shocking breakup of Love Island fan favorite couple JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez, and the dramatic details that have come to light. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everything We Learned From the Emmy Nominations: Reality TV Edition Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike breaks down today's nominations for the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards, including what shows are up to win Emmys, the biggest snubs, and who is set to win big in September LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan LaPaglia is Leaving Australian Survivor Australian Survivor fans, brace yourselves — the ultimate blindside didn’t happen on the beach, but behind the scenes. Jonathan LaPaglia, host and face of Australian Survivor for over a decade, has been unceremoniously axed by Channel 10. In a move no one saw coming, JLP was told his Survivor journey was over after 11 seasons, ending an era that defined the franchise’s modern identity. In this emergency reaction podcast, Mike Bloom and Shannon Guss break down: The circumstances of JLP’s firing — the network’s explanation, the rumored budget cuts, and whether “creative differences” played a part. Jonathan’s own statement, describing the news as the “craziest blindside of all,” and how his graceful but raw message landed with fans. How this move impacts the show’s future, and why replacing such a beloved host could backfire. Fan and player reactions across Reddit, social media, and the Australian Survivor community. Speculation on the next host — with David Genat rumored as a frontrunner, is he the right choice? A legacy discussion — reflecting on JLP’s role in building Australian Survivor’s unique tone, intensity, and sense of adventure. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to rate and subscribe! Sign the change.org petition to ensure JLP remains host of Survivor Australia LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bachelor Exes Set to Reunite on Netflix Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike talks with Kirsten MacInnis and Jason Reed about the recently announced cast of 'Perfect Match,' which, for the first time, features reality stars from outside of Netflix. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tyson Apostol Makes His Return to Reality TV Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike talks with Chappell and Jenny Autumn about the recently announced cast of 'House of Villains' Season 3, featuring 'Survivor' winner Tyson Apostol, two-time 'Big Brother' runner-up Paul Abrahamian, 'The Traitors' star Kate Chastain, and more. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everything We Learned From the 2025 Upfronts Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike talks through everything we learned about reality TV from the recent network upfronts, from brand-new shows to nostalgic revivals. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big Brother 27 Gets Super Sized Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike is joined by Taran Armstrong to talk through the recent news for Big Brother 27, including the premiere date, Wednesday episodes being extended to 90 minutes, and a brand-new show 'Big Brother: Unlocked' coming every other Friday. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RuPaul's Drag Race Delivers Its Most WTF All Stars Cast – And Twist Welcome to The Reality Flash, your one-stop podcast for all the breaking news in the world of reality TV! Hosted by Mike Bloom, this podcast brings you the freshest headlines from your favorite shows and reality stars. From shocking cast announcements to behind-the-scenes gossip to the latest social media drama, Mike gives you everything you need to stay in the loop. If it’s happening in reality TV, we'll bring the news to you in a flash! In today's podcast, Mike is joined by Beth Dixon to talk through the newly-announced cast of 'RuPaul's Drag Race' All Stars Season 10. The new season will have 18 queens take to the stage, competing tournament-style in three separate groups until the competition is narrowed down. LISTEN: Subscribe to ⁠The Reality Flash podcast feed⁠ WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on⁠ YouTube⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠Become a RHAP Patron⁠ for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices