What's the Reality?

What's the Reality?

And Love Media
Држава Сједињене Државе
Жанрови Society & Culture, Relationships
Језик EN
Епизоде 67
Последња 28.05.2026

What’s The Reality is a podcast hosted by Amber Desiree (AD) from Love Is Blind and Perfect Match. Each episode features unfiltered interviews with reality TV stars and influencers, diving into love, relationships, breakups, and pop culture drama. New episodes drop every Wednesday.

Епизоде

  • From Perfect Match to Married: Marissa George Tells All 03.06.2026 40мин
    Marissa George is back on What’s The Reality, and a lot has changed since the last time. Our girl is married! 💍 Marissa joins AD to break down her whirlwind journey from Perfect Match to marriage and walks us through the timeline that led her to her happily ever after. Marissa also opens up about life after reality TV, why she doesn't pay attention to the outside noise surrounding the show, and what viewers didn't get to see in her relationship with DeMari. Plus, Marissa shares her unfiltered thoughts on that wild Perfect Match finale.
  • Perfect Match’s Ally Lewber Tells Her Side of the Story 28.05.2026 50мин
    This week on What’s The Reality, Ally Lewber joins AD to spill behind-the-scenes tea from Perfect Match, react to that explosive finale, and share life updates post-show. 👀 The two talk about her time on Vanderpump Rules and even dive into astrology as Ally gives listeners a mini reading.
  • Perfect Match's Alison and Nick: BTS Drama and Million Dollar Secrets 21.05.2026
    Today’s episode of What’s The Reality is absolutely packed with reality TV chaos, tea, and behind-the-scenes secrets from your favorite shows Perfect Match and Million Dollar Secret. First, Alison joins AD to break down episodes 1–7, her relationship with Jimmy Sotos, what REALLY went down in the villa, and the cast members she loved… and maybe didn’t love so much. Then, Nick stops by to talk all things Perfect Match and Million Dollar Secret, including what it’s actually like winning $1 million, navigating going from a reality competition show to a dating show back to back, and what happened after the cameras stopped rolling.
  • Perfect Match Is BACK & It’s MESSY: Sandy & AD Share Their Season 4 Hot Takes 14.05.2026 1ч 12мин
    Perfect Match Season 4 is back and our girls have thoughts! Sandy returns to What’s the Reality to chat with her best friend AD, and who better to break down the first episodes of the new season of Perfect Match than two people who have actually lived it!? Together, AD and Sandy recap Episodes 1–5, sharing their unfiltered opinions on all the couples, drama, and unexpected twists from the season. Nothing is held back as they dive into the connections, the chaos, and everything in between. Tune in for an honest, funny, and unfiltered breakdown from two best friends who aren’t afraid to tell it like it is.
  • Temptation Island’s Sydney McGregor: Reunion Drama, Mikey & Xzavier, and What You Didn’t See 29.04.2026 51мин
    Temptation Island’s Sydney McGregor joins AD on this week’s episode of What’s The Reality to spill all the Reunion tea and share her side of the story. Sydney opens up about life after the Island and how she and Mikey ultimately found their way back to each other. She also gets real about her feelings toward production, revealing how she felt her and Mikey’s storyline felt heavily influenced. As the only Black woman on the cast, Sydney shares the added pressure she felt in how she presented herself, and how that impacted her journey. She also gives an update on her relationship with Xzavier and where things stand today 👀
  • Mark L. Walberg on Being Temptation Island’s Unofficial Therapist 22.04.2026 57мин
    Mark L. Walberg, Temptation Island’s host with the most, joins AD on this week’s episode of What’s The Reality, bringing stories, wisdom, and a whole lot of perspective from his years in reality TV. AD and Mark dive into Season 2 of Netflix's Temptation Island, with Mark spilling behind-the-scenes secrets and breaking down his honest take on the season and the couples. He shares his journey through the industry, how his role as host has evolved into such a pivotal part of the show, and how both Temptation Island and reality TV as a whole have changed over the years. Mark and AD also dive into generational differences in dating, love, and sexuality, with Mark reflecting on how much he’s learned from younger generations and how he approaches giving advice without judgment. Plus, Mark drops some of his wisdom while answering some of YOUR RELATIONSHIP QUESTIONS! You don't want to miss this one.
  • The Bachelorette's Charity & Dotun Talk Representation, Double Standards & The Future of The Bachelor Franchise 15.04.2026 1ч 9мин
    The Bachelorette’s Charity Lawson and Dotun Olubeko join AD on this week’s episode of What’s The Reality for a raw and powerful conversation. The two share an update on life after the show from wedding plans to navigating a relationship under public scrutiny. Charity reflects on the pressure of being the second Black Bachelorette and what it meant to represent Black women on such a massive platform, while both she and Dotun speak candidly about the lack of support and visibility they’ve received compared to other couples. Despite making history, they haven’t always been given the same recognition and they don’t shy away from addressing the biases that still exist within the franchise and its audience. They also weigh in on the Taylor Frankie Paul headlines and the current chaos surrounding the Bachelor franchise, asking the bigger question: where does the franchise go from here? This is an honest, unfiltered, and important conversation you don’t want to miss.
  • Summer House Scandal and Bachelorette & Mormon Wives Chaos w/ Justin Sylvester 08.04.2026 54мин
    Justin Sylvester, Television Host and the King of all things Pop Culture, joins AD on this week’s episode of What’s The Reality. He breaks down all the latest reality TV drama, from the Summer House scandal involving Amanda, West, and Ciara, to the chaos surrounding Mormon Wives and The Bachelorette. Justin also reflects on his start in reality TV on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, including the powerful moment he came out on the show, and how that experience shaped his journey. Plus, he opens up about his incredible career as a television host and what it really takes to prepare for those major red carpet moments, including the Oscars.
  • Love Is Blind’s Vic & Christine Spill on Marriage, Malibu & That Messy Reunion 01.04.2026 57мин
    The moment you’ve been waiting for! AD is sitting down with one of the most loved couples in Love Is Blind history, Vic and Christine. They share updates on life after the show, open up about their experience in the pods, reveal what really happened with the Malibu getaway, and give their take on all the reunion drama. This is a love that radiates through the episode. You don't want to miss it!
  • Love Is Blind’s Jess & Haramol: Two Hot Doctors and One Unexpected Love Story 25.03.2026 1ч 7мин
    Jess and Haramol join AD on this week’s episode to share their beautiful and unexpected Love Is Blind love story. The two open up about the spark they felt from the very beginning, with Jess knowing he would always be an important person in her life. Haramol reflects on the pressure he felt during the experiment and why he ultimately made the difficult decision to leave, not wanting to hurt anyone. But their story didn’t end there...The two reveal how they reconnected after filming, even with Haramol being friendzoned for a bit, and how they eventually found their way back to each other. Jess also walks through her Love Is Blind journey, and together they discuss what it was like watching everything unfold on screen, as well as their experience at the reunion.
  • Love Is Blind’s Bri & Connor: Inside Their Relationship, Online Backlash & Reunion Drama 18.03.2026 1ч 10мин
    Bri and Connor sit down with AD for their first interview as a couple and they’re opening up like never before. From navigating online backlash to redefining their relationship after Love Is Blind, the two share how they’ve grown, both individually and together. They get real about their differences and how learning to understand each other has ultimately strengthened their relationship. They walk through their Love Is Blind journey, revisiting the highs and lows of the experiment, including the Chris situation, and share their thoughts on the reunion and what surprised them most that night. You don't want to miss this honest, funny and revealing conversation.
  • Love Is Blind’s Jordan Opens Up About His Shocking Split from Amber 12.03.2026 36мин
    Fresh off the reunion, Love Is Blind Season 10’s Jordan joins AD for a candid conversation following the shocking announcement that he and Amber are divorcing. He opens up about what really happened after the wedding, walking through how their relationship ultimately led to the difficult decision to separate. Jordan also shares how nervous he was heading into the reunion, his thoughts on everything that went down, and what it was like reliving the experience on screen. He reflects on the whirlwind year since filming wrapped and how much life has changed since the show. From the highs of the pods to the reality of life after the experiment, Jordan looks back on his full Love Is Blind journey and where he stands now following the unexpected split. This is one conversation you don't want to miss.
  • Love Is Blind's Zack & Bliss Unpack All the Season 10 Wedding Drama (Episodes 1-12 Recap) 04.03.2026 1ч 9мин
    One of Love Is Blind’s ultimate success stories is on the pod! Zack and Bliss from Season 4 join AD for a candid conversation about life after the pods. They talk about married life, parenthood and the exciting news that baby number two is on the way. They open up about how becoming parents has changed their relationship, what keeps their marriage strong, and share behind the scenes secrets from their own unconventional love story on the show. Of course, they don’t hold back when it comes to breaking down Love Is Blind Season 10. Zack, Bliss and AD recap all of season 10, including the weddings! From the strongest pod connections to the biggest red flags, they unpack the couples’ journeys, including their honest reactions to the “I do’s” (and the “I don’ts”). It’s a mix of real life marriage insight, franchise tea, and advice from a couple who’s actually made it work. You won’t want to miss this one.
  • Love Is Blind’s Taylor & Daniel Break Down ALL the Drama from Season 10 (Episodes 1–9) 25.02.2026 56мин
    One of your favorite married couples is back on What’s The Reality — and they are not holding back. Daniel and Taylor from Season 8 join AD to catch us up on married life and give their unfiltered take on Love Is Blind Season 10 (Episodes 1–9). Having been through the experiment themselves, they reveal the specific conversations they listen for to determine which couples are actually solid… and which ones are headed for trouble. The three former cast members break down the most dramatic moments of the season, including their unfiltered thoughts on all the Chris and Jess chaos. Plus, Daniel and Taylor make their predictions for who actually makes it down the aisle… and let’s just say, they called it. If you’re caught up on Episodes 1–9 (spoiler alert!) this recap is full of sharp insight, real talk, and plenty of tea.
  • Love Is Blind’s Keya & Tyler: The Truth Behind Their Wild Love Triangle 18.02.2026 1ч 41мин
    Two of your favorites from the newest season of Love Is Blind Season 10 are here to discuss episodes 1-6. Keya and Tyler sit down with AD to unpack their journey in the pods, what vulnerability truly means, the truth behind that epic love triangle, and the power of choosing yourself. The two break down the complicated dynamic with Kevan, including Tyler’s infamous “redo” moment and the emotional push that made her reconsider walking away. Keya opens up about how powerful it felt to choose herself in the end and how shocked she was by how deeply that moment resonated with viewers. They also reflect on being the last two Black women in the pods and why it was so important to be intentional about not allowing themselves to be pitted against each other on camera. A real, honest conversation about growth, sisterhood, and standing in your power.
  • The Real Housewives of Potomac’s Ashley Darby: Season 10 Drama & Her Shocking Confession! 11.02.2026 39мин
    AD sits down with the one and only Ashley Darby from The Real Housewives of Potomac for a candid, fun, and heartfelt conversation. They bond over motherhood, navigating reality TV as Black women, and Ashley’s love for Love Is Blind. Ashley opens up about her journey on Season 10 of Potomac, her on-again, off-again relationship, her shocking confession to Charisse, and Ashley sets the record straight on rumors with Kyle Richards’ ex Mauricio. Plus, get ready to laugh as they play a guess that Real Housewife game and react to Love Is Blind Season 10 taglines. All the tea, laughs, and real talk. Welcome back AD!
  • Star Crossed: Setting Love is Blind's Jordan on a BLIND DATE with a Bachelor Nation Favorite! 04.02.2026 41мин
    Welcome to a *very* special episode of What’s The Reality called Star Crossed! Today, Giannina and Blake are stepping into their matchmaker era, pairing stars from different reality shows who they genuinely think could hit it off. And honestly… they might be onto something. For this episode, they’ve matched fan-favorite Jordan Keltner from Love Is Blind Season 9 with the incredible Genevieve Parisi from The Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise. Two iconic singles. Our very own Romeo and Juliet. Jordan and Genevieve will be asking each other questions, playing games, and really getting to know each other on a deeper level, all to see if there’s real chemistry and actual sparks. The big question is: will they feel the connection and decide to take it into the real world with a date? You’ll have to stay tuned to find out. Let’s get into it! 💫
  • The Valley's Zack Wickham: Vanderpump Reboot Hot Takes and Owning Your Pettiness 28.01.2026 41мин
    Zack Wickham from Bravo’s The Valley joins the podcast with guest hosts Giannina Gibelli and Blake Horstmann for a wild and unfiltered conversation about life on reality TV. Zack breaks down what it’s really like filming the hit Bravo series, his relationship, and experiencing the chaos of BravoCon as a Bravolebrity. He also shares why being yourself and owning your truth is the key to surviving reality TV, and gives his honest, no-holds-barred opinions on the Vanderpump Rules reboot.
  • Love is Blind's Colleen Reed Breaks Her Silence: The Truth About Her Divorce 21.01.2026 57мин
    Giannina and Blake are back as guest hosts for a powerful and honest episode of What’s The Reality featuring Love is Blind's Colleen Reed. For the first time, Colleen opens up about her divorce from Matt, reflecting on their relationship, her experience on Love Is Blind, and the moments that ultimately led to their split. She shares what it was like navigating such a personal chapter of her life in the public eye and how that experience has shaped where she is today. Colleen also talks about the unexpected strength she’s found in her friendship with Alexa from her season, revealing how the two have supported each other through their respective breakups and leaned on one another during a challenging time. Plus, looking ahead, Colleen gets candid about what’s next for her and things take a fun turn when Giannina and Blake put her in the hot seat with a game that encourages her to shoot her shot. Yes, she actually DMs a crush live on the episode. Honest, emotional, and hopeful, this is a must-listen conversation about heartbreak, healing, and putting yourself back out there.
  • Giannina & Blake Guest Host: How Perfect Match Almost Broke Them Up 14.01.2026 1ч 19мин
    Introducing your guest hosts! Giannina and Blake are stepping in while AD is on maternity leave, and whenever you put a mic in front of them, you never know what’s in store. The couple dives into their unique reality TV love story and shares unfiltered thoughts on how their respective shows, Love Is Blind and The Bachelor franchise, have evolved since their seasons aired. Plus, Blake publicly shares his take on Taylor Frankie Paul being named the next Bachelorette for the very first time. Giannina and Blake also open up about navigating life as parents, planning their upcoming wedding, and absolutely tear each other to shreds in a hilarious game of Relationship Roast. Funny, honest, and packed with hot takes, this guest-hosted episode is one you don’t want to miss.