Baddie Besties
Alyssa Silva and Samira Francois
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Welcome to the Baddie Besties Podcast, the unfiltered space where best friends Samira and Alyssa get real about womanhood and carving your own path in your 20s. As first-generation women, they were both raised on the “safe” blueprint of success: doctor, lawyer, nurse, engineer, etc. But when that path didn’t feel like theirs, they decided to talk about the messy in-between of feeling lost, ambitious, and uncertain, and Baddie Besties was born. What started as candid conversations about navigating life soon grew into their Hey Barbie series and reset events, The Pause Festival & Pause Pop-Ups.
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BelléJolie Force On Married At First Sight, Divorcing Mecca, The Reunion & Choosing Herself 05.09.2026 1h 45mWhat happens when you marry a complete stranger, spend an entire experiment trying to make the marriage work, choose to stay married on Decision Day, and then realize almost immediately after the cameras stop that you have been ignoring your own feelings?This week on Baddie Besties, Samira and Alyssa sit down with BelléJolie Force from Married at First Sight Season 20 for an honest conversation about her marriage to Mecca Amen, what really happened when filming ended, the attraction conversations that became one of the biggest storylines of the season, and why BelléJolie ultimately decided to choose herself.BelléJolie opens up about walking down the aisle to a stranger, navigating a marriage where attraction and compatibility were constantly questioned, and whether some of Mecca’s behavior came from his own insecurities.We get into the moments fans could not stop talking about, from the cheek kiss at the wedding and the influence of Mecca’s father, to his comments about his “dream girl,” the retreat dinner, BelléJolie confronting Caitlin at the reunion, and the now iconic “Devin, come come” moment.BelléJolie also responds directly to viewers who wondered whether she was really there for Nikki while Nikki navigated her marriage to Sean, what their friendship actually looked like when cameras were not around, and what it was like for BelléJolie and Nikki to navigate the experiment as two Black women on the cast.And beyond the marriage, we talk confidence, beauty, boundaries, people pleasing, knowing when fighting for a relationship becomes abandoning yourself, and what BelléJolie wants other women to learn from her experience.Because sometimes the biggest lesson from marriage is realizing you never have to make yourself smaller to make somebody else feel bigger.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest BelléJolie Force !! -
Chelsea “Charlie” Hare from Netflix’s Let’s Marry Harry Gets Real 02.09.2026 57mWhat happens when you go on a dating show without even knowing who the man you’re supposed to be dating is?In this episode of Baddie Besties: Hey Barbie, Samira and Alyssa sit down with Chelsea “Charlie” Hare, one of the women from Netflix’s Let’s Marry Harry, for an honest conversation about reality TV, dating Harry Jowsey, getting the “serious” edit, and what viewers didn’t get to see.Charlie opens up about being approached for the show through Instagram, intentionally choosing not to research Harry before filming, and why she wanted the opportunity to form her own opinion rather than judge him based on his reality TV reputation.We get into her immediate connection with Harry, what really happened behind the scenes, the conversation around whether Harry dates Black women, why she believes viewers only saw one side of her personality, and her reaction to ultimately being eliminated after Harry felt she was spending too much time working.This episode is for every woman who has ever been called too serious, too ambitious, too independent, or too focused ... and decided not to shrink herself anyway.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Chelsea “Charlie” Hare!!
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Dear Besties… We Need to Talk 28.08.2026 1h 11mBesties, we need to talk. This week, Samira and Alyssa are catching up on everything happening from our Love Island USA Season 8 reunion predictions, The Pause Festival, business advice for our besties, and the chaos of chasing your biggest dreams, nothing is off limits.With The Pause Festival is officially less than a month away, the girls are getting real about what it feels like to watch something they once dreamed about become very, very real.Consider this your FaceTime call with your best friends. Grab a drink, get comfortable, and come talk to us.Submit your own Dear Bestie question for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode.
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Hey Barbie: Stephani Sosa On Dancing With The Stars, The Next Pro, Ezra, Tristen, Latina Pressure & What Comes Next 15.08.2026 1h 25mThis week on Baddie Besties, we’re sitting down with Stephani Sosa for one of our most honest conversations yet. From growing up Latina in Utah and leaving the Mormon church at 16, to chasing her dream of becoming a Dancing with the Stars pro, Stephani opens up about everything that happened both on and off the ballroom floor.We’re talking about what it was really like being known as Ezra Sosa’s sister, the pressure of being called a “nepo sister,” chasing for the same dream as her younger brother, the Tristen partner drama, the Rylee Arnold controversy, and what viewers didn’t see behind the scenes.Stephani also gets vulnerable about body image, family sacrifice, rejection, feeling like she had to prove herself, and the emotional reality of having millions of people judge your journey.And after her elimination from Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro, does she still want the dream? Is becoming a DWTS pro still the goal? And could this rejection actually be the redirection she needed?This is Stephani like you’ve never heard her before. 🤍Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Stephani Sosa !!
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Ashley Wilson on The Ultimatum, Reinvention & What's Next 31.07.2026 49mMany people met Ashley Wilson through The Ultimatum, but there's so much more to her story. In this episode of Baddie Besties, Ashley joins Alyssa and Samira for a conversation centered on life beyond reality TV. She opens up about what life has looked like since the cameras stopped rolling, the biggest lessons she's taken from the experience, and how she's stepping into a brand-new chapter. From personal growth and navigating public attention to the exciting projects she's building and the future she's envisioning, this episode is all about getting to know the woman behind the screen. Ashley also shares about the boundaries she's protecting, the unfortunate and sudden passing of her beautiful mother, and the advice she'd give anyone who's thinking about walking away. Whether you discovered Ashley on The Ultimatum or you're meeting her for the first time, this conversation is honest, inspiring, and a reminder that our stories don't end where the cameras stop.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Ashley Wilson!!
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Kicked Off The Ultimatum: Alex Finally Tells Her Side 22.07.2026 1h 17mAlex Johnsen’s journey on Season 4 of The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On ended before she ever had the opportunity to complete the experiment.After six years together, Alex issued an ultimatum to her boyfriend Jebin, hoping to find out whether their relationship would finally lead to marriage or whether it was time to move on. But as Alex began opening herself up to the experience and forming a connection with someone new, Jebin secretly passed her a handwritten note that changed everything.The letter was intercepted by production, Alex was asked to read it aloud in front of the cast, and Jebin was ultimately removed from the experiment. Because his departure left an uneven number of participants, Alex was also asked to leave, despite not being responsible for what happened.Now, Alex is joining Baddie Besties to share her side of the story.She opens up about where she and Jebin stand today, why she wanted to marry him, and whether six years of history made it difficult to recognize that they may have grown into different people. She also addresses Jebin’s controversial comments, the criticism surrounding his maturity, and the theory that he may have been cast to become the season’s comedic character.Alex also speaks about one of the most painful and complicated parts of their relationship: Jebin’s family not fully accepting her because she is not Indian. She reflects on whether Jebin defended her, what marriage would have looked like without his family’s support.From the secret note and their unexpected removal to the internet’s biggest questions, Alex is finally getting the space to tell the story viewers did not fully get to see.This is not only about reality television drama. It is about growing up in a long-term relationship, separating love from compatibility, and realizing that sometimes being chosen matters less than choosing yourself. Tune in today!Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Alex Johnsen!!
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After After Sun Love Island USA (Zach Backlash, Parmida & Corbin Tea, Sincere’s family LIVE, Melanie, & The Finale) 16.07.2026 1h 2mThe Love Island USA 2026 finale is officially over, and we're breaking down everything the cameras didn't.This week on Love Island USA After After Sun, Alyssa and Samira react to the shocking finale, celebrate a historic final four featuring Black women, and share their honest thoughts on whether the right couple took home the win.Then we dive into the biggest post-villa conversations:Why is Zach receiving so much hate, and where do we draw the line between criticism and online harassment?Trinity's statement defending Zach, and the debate it sparked about who gets protected online.The racial double standard fans are calling out after comparing this season's response to last year's treatment of Olandria.Is Parmida confusing male attention with self-worth, or is she simply guarded after her dating history? We unpack her viral comments about rappers, athletes, and why she's skeptical of Corbin.Will Parmida & Corbin actually make it outside the villa?Plus, we discuss the controversy surrounding Sincere's family's livestream, what it means for Melanie, and whether family behavior can predict a relationship's future.It's an honest conversation about reality TV, race, dating, online culture, and what happens when the villa doors close.Tune in and let us know: Did the right couple win? Which Love Island couple do you think has the best chance of making it in the real world?Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois
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Hey Barbie: All Things 90210 & Degrassi ft. Icon, Shenae Grimes-Beech 03.07.2026 1h 1mWhat does it feel like to grow up watching someone… and then get to sit down with her as the woman she's become?In this nostalgic, full-circle episode of Baddie Besties: Hey Barbie, Samira and Alyssa sit down with Shenae Grimes-Beech, the actress who defined our childhood screens as Annie Wilson on 90210 and Darcy Edwards on Degrassi: The Next Generation and MORE (such as Naturally Sadie, Picture This, Love on the Irish, Christmas Incorporated & the LIST KEEPS GOING)... She booked her first commercial paycheck at 13 and gained mainstream recognition on 90210 in 2008We’re talking about growing up on TV while we were growing up watching her, navigating identity in the public eye, and what it really looks like to evolve from teen star to woman, mother, and creative powerhouse. From early 2000s fame to building a life and brand on her own terms, Shenae opens up about the pressure, the pivots, and the power of rewriting your narrative.This episode is for every girl who had a “main character” growing up and is now stepping into her own.Consider this your ultimate 2000s sleepover conversation - but grown.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Shenae Grimes-Beech!!
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Joseline Hernandez: The Truth 27.06.2026 52mToday’s episode is BIG. We’re sitting down with one of the most talked about women in reality television history… the Puerto Rican Princess herself, Joseline Hernandez.But this conversation is deeper than reality TV headlines.From growing up in poverty in Puerto Rico, to stripping at 17 to help support her family, to becoming one of the biggest breakout stars on Love & Hip Hop… Joseline built herself from nothing.Now she’s owning her IP, building her own network, speaking out about the industry, and stepping into an entirely different chapter of her life.This is the side of Joseline Hernandez people don’t usually get to hear.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Joseline Hernandez !!
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America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders- Dayton Bramhall On DCC, Legacy, Pressure & Letting Go Of The Dream 26.06.2026 1h 12mFor the first time since America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Season 3, Dayton Bramhall sits down to tell her story in her own words.After auditioning for the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders four times, facing public scrutiny, and navigating the pressure of being a legacy candidate as Shelly Bramhall's daughter, Dayton opens up about the journey millions watched unfold on Netflix.In this candid conversation, we discuss:- Why she kept coming back after each rejection- The pressure of carrying the Bramhall legacy- The internet's opinions, comparisons, and criticism- Whether being a legacy helped or hurt her- Her relationship with her mom behind the scenes- The emotional decision to close the DCC chapter for goodWhat's next & more...If you've ever worked toward a dream that didn't go the way you planned, this episode is for you.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Dayton Bramhill!!
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Hey Barbie: Step Up CEO Delores Morton on Career Pressure, Purpose & Modern Mentorship 25.06.2026 52mIn this empowering Hey Barbie episode, we sit down with Delores Druilhet Morton, CEO of Step Up, the national nonprofit helping girls and young women become confident, connected, and career-ready through mentorship, access, and opportunity.Named a Champion of Change by The White House, Delores shares her journey from growing up in a small town on Louisiana’s Gulf Coast to leading a national movement focused on redefining mentorship for a new generation.We dive into the pressures many first generation young people face to pursue “safe” careers, the reality that success is rarely linear, and how young women today are navigating identity, ambition, burnout, confidence, and career uncertainty in a hyper-digital world.Delores also breaks down Step Up’s innovative “flash mentoring” model, a modern approach to mentorship that’s helping young women build meaningful connections, confidence, and career clarity through short but impactful conversations.Whether you’re figuring out your next step, struggling with comparison, or trying to build your network without traditional access, this episode is your reminder that purpose doesn’t always come in a straight line. Tune in today!Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Delores Druilhet Morton & Download the free Step Up mentorship app here using code SCREENTIME
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Calabasas Confidential Kimora Lewis On Friendship Fallouts, Djing & Building Her Own Empire 12.06.2026 49mWhat happens when you grow up in Calabasas, attend Sierra Canyon, and suddenly find your real-life friendships, relationships, and personal growth playing out on Netflix?In this episode of Baddie Besties, Samira and Alyssa sit down with Calabasas Confidential star Kimora Lewis for one of her most candid conversations yet about navigating reality television, friendship fallout, internet opinions, and building a career beyond the cameras.Known on the show for her social butterfly personality, Kimora opens up about what it was really like growing up in Calabasas, attending school alongside some of the most recognizable names in pop culture, and finding her own identity while surrounded by celebrity culture.We also dive into some of the season's most talked-about moments, including her friendship fallout with Emilie, the Hercy situation, fan reactions, deleted scenes viewers never got to see, and what she thinks people misunderstood most about her throughout the season.Beyond the drama, Kimora shares her ambitions in music, DJing, beauty, gaming, entrepreneurship, and the brand she's working to build long after reality TV.This episode is for anyone navigating friendships, ambition, personal growth, and figuring out who they are while the world is watching.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Kimora Lewis !!
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After After Sun: Love Island USA (Cast, Crashouts & Hot Takes, Episode 1-2) 08.06.2026 56mThe villa is already serving drama, questionable decisions, and relationship chaos… and we're breaking it all down.This week on After After Sun, we're discussing:Our take on every islander so farThe explosive Beatriz vs. Melanie confrontationIf Melanie crossed a line with KC and AniyaSean's reaction to Beatriz stepping forwardGabriel entering the chat and shaking things upWhich couples feel real and which feel convenientWho's most likely to foldPredictionsand more!If After Sun didn’t do it for you last season, you’re gonna wanna tap in with us!!Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois
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From Love Island USA To Beyond The Villa, Clarke Carraway Tells All 06.06.2026 1h 8mWhat happens when the “Casa Amor girl” becomes one of the most talked about women from the season?In this episode of Baddie Besties, Samira and Alyssa sit down with Clarke Carraway for one of her most honest conversations yet about navigating reality TV fame, finding love after the villa, and balancing identity, ambition, and relationships in real time.From entering Love Island USA Season 7 during Casa Amor to starring on Beyond the Villa alongside Taylor Williams, Clarke opens up about long distance love, internet opinions, friendship fallout, and the pressure of figuring out your future publicly while millions of viewers think they know what’s best for your life.We also get into the realities of being labeled a “Casa girl,” fan reactions to her relationship, the Coco friendship drama, her close friendship with Chelley, and why viewers connected so deeply with seeing the softer, more grounded side of her outside the villa.Beyond reality TV, Clarke also discusses her background as a behavioral health specialist, psychology graduate, lifelong competitive cheerleader and how those experiences shaped the woman she is today.This episode is for every girl trying to figure out love, purpose, identity, and what growing up actually looks like after the cameras stop rolling.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Clarke Carraway!!
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From Perfect Match To Married In 4 Months?! Marissa George Tells All 29.05.2026 1h 12mMarissa George joins Baddie Besties for her most honest conversation yet following the finale of Perfect Match and the breaking news that she secretly got married just four months after filming wrapped.From her connection with DeMari Davis to the internet questioning her intentions, Marissa opens up about what viewers didn’t fully see, the pressure of reality TV relationships, and why the online narrative doesn’t always match reality.We discuss: • Her surprise marriage reveal • Watching the finale back • The “least genuine” cast comments • Fan reactions online • Whether Perfect Match is strategy or real love • Healing after Love Is Blind • What healthy love finally feels likeFollow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Marissa George!!
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Hey Barbie: Sandra Lajoie Walking by Faith Not by Sight | Media Executive 22.05.2026 42mWelcome to another powerful episode of our Hey Barbie series, where we spotlight barrier-breaking women who embody resilience, purpose, and faith. In this episode, we sit down with Sandra Lajoie, media executive, author, and advocate whose journey from Haiti to Hollywood is a living testament to perseverance and purpose.After a life-altering childhood injury that left her blind in one eye, Sandra faced immense adversity, displacement, and discrimination. But through faith, determination, and an unwavering belief in her calling, she built a 22-year career in publicity and communications, becoming one of the few Black women executives in the entertainment industry.Together, we explore Sandra’s journey through trauma and triumph, how faith shaped her leadership, and what it means to walk boldly in your purpose even when the odds are stacked against you.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Sandra Lajoie !!
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Hey Barbie: Shamea Morton on Friendship Evolution, RHOA Pressure & Stepping Into Her Own Spotlight 15.05.2026 44mConsider this your group chat turned therapy session with the girls who are figuring life out in real time.Today’s guest is a dancer, actress, radio host, entrepreneur, philanthropist and now one of the breakout stars of this season of The Real Housewives of Atlanta.You may know her from Bravo, her quick wit, or her long-standing friendships within Atlanta’s social scene, but beyond reality TV, Shamea has built a multifaceted career spanning entertainment, broadcasting, philanthropy, and now entrepreneurship with the launch of her rum brand.She’s also using her platform to share vulnerable moments around motherhood, fertility, and personal growth while navigating one of the most talked-about seasons of RHOA yet.Besties, please welcome Shamea Morton. You’re not gonna wanna miss this!Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Shamea Morton and tune into the newest season of RHOA!
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Hey Barbie: Candiace Dillard Bassett on RHOP, Her Life Journey, The Traitors & Choosing Peace 08.05.2026 1h 28mCandiace Dillard Bassett, singer, actress, former Miss United States, and one of the most talked-about stars from The Real Housewives of Potomac joins Baddie Besties for an unfiltered conversation about fame, identity, motherhood, music, and what it really means to own your voice unapologetically.From pageantry and politics to reality TV and R&B, Candiace opens up about navigating public scrutiny, protecting her peace, and evolving from being “misunderstood” to fully stepping into her power. She shares what Howard University and working in the White House under Barack Obama taught her about discipline and ambition, the reality of being edited on television, and the emotional cost of always speaking your mind.We also get into:why she chose to step away from RHOPthe pressure of public perceptionmotherhood and her postpartum health scaresocial media backlash and boundariesher transition from Housewife to artisther new single “If Only”her upcoming album and stage projectsjoining The Traitorsand what life is looking like today in this next eraThis episode is for every woman. Stream Now!!Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guest Candiace Dillard Bassett!! Stream her new single, "If Only," which interpolates Patti Labelle's classic song "If Only You Knew" and stay on the lookout for both Candiace's new album coming out this summer and her performance in the stage play "I've Cried the Blues" in New Haven, CT. And lastly, be sure to stream UNDOMESTICATED, Candiace's podcast co-hosted with NY Times bestselling author Michael Arceneaux!
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$1 MILLION LIES EXPOSED: Umeko Peterson & Kate Ellis (Million Dollar Secret) Reveal What REALLY Happened At The Stag 02.05.2026 1h 47mUmeko Peterson and Kat Ellis from Million Dollar Secret are finally breaking down what REALLY happened inside The Stag… and let’s just say, the internet has a lot to say.From secret missions and alliances to betrayals that changed the game, we’re getting the full story behind one of Netflix’s most intense strategy competitions.Umeko was praised by fans as one of the strongest players of the season, executing her secret agendas flawlessly, building key alliances, and staying calm under pressure… until she was suddenly voted out.Kat played bold, high-risk, high-reward, making some of the biggest moves of the season, including the infamous clue lie that had the entire house questioning everything.In this episode, we get into:What it’s really like living inside The StagUmeko’s “flawless” gameplay and secret missionsKat’s biggest risk and whether she regrets itThe Nick showmance 👀The vote that shocked viewersThe Trophy Room chaosWhat the audience didn’t seeAnd life after the showYou don't wanna miss this tea! Stream now!Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guests Umeko Peterson and Kat Ellis + tune into their full season of Million Dollar Secret season 2 on Netflix!!
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THE ‘BIG THREE’ SPEAK OUT: Temptation Island Girls EXPOSE What Really Happened 24.04.2026 59mThe “Big Three” from Temptation Island are finally telling THEIR side… and let’s just say, the internet got a lot wrong.From their first night walking into the villa, to their friendships with Mikey, to the moments that didn’t make it on screen… we’re getting the full story.Were they really “temptresses”… or just girls navigating a wild experience in real time?In this episode, we get into:Why they came on the show as singlesWhat REALLY went down in the villaThe truth about Mikey and the “three amigos”The tent rumors Friendship, loyalty, and boundariesLife after the show and what they learnedFollow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois& of course, make sure to check out and follow our amazing guests Christelle, Jesenia, and India + tune into their full season of Temptation Island season 2 on Netflix!!
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