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Avoid your own reality with the best reality TV has to offer. Avoiding ReALIty is a home for all of television's trashiest of trash. If it is classified as a guilty pleasure, we want to take away the guilt. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

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    • Jun 4, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 50m AVG DURATION
    • 33 EPISODES

    4.8 from 20 ratings Listeners of Avoiding ReALIty that love the show mention: reality, must listen.



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    Bravo Is Back: Full RHONY, RHOBH and Below Deck Recap Plus The Challenge All Stars, Floribama Shore, RHONJ Reunion And More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 85:48


    First I blame the delay of content on my Mare of Easttown addiction. Then I give my quick thoughts on the RHONJ and Floribama Shore reunions, a mention of Top Chef and what Jersey Shore needs to do to breathe life into the franchise before we get into The Challenge All Stars, Below Deck Sailing Yacht and of course the crown jewels of Bravo: RHOBH and RHONY. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge ALL STARS And Much, Much More Because I Am Officially Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 85:12


    It's been a little while since I've put out a new episode so I am spoiling you with a recap of 11 of the best reality shows on at the moment. We are talking Married At First Sight, RHONJ, Floribama Shore, 90 Day Fiance, Top Chef, Summer House, Below Deck Sailing Yacht, Temptation Island, The Circle and that's before we even get into The Challenge 36/All Stars. I am back and better than ever (minus my scratchy voice sorry). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge 36 Double Agents Episode 10: Mostly Just Married At First Sight With CEO Joe and Mrs CEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 85:48


    After acknowledging what The Challenge forced me to do, we talk Real Housewives of New Jersey premiere, Summer House and then my guiltiest pleasure Temptation Island. A not so deep Challenge recap with a job proposition for MTV, ending with a conversation with @JoePops_ and the Mrs. about the tornado that is Married At First Sight. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge 36 Double Agents Episode 8: I'm Not Mad, Just Disappointed

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2021 69:29


    HUGE episode breaking down the finale of Southern Charm reunion, the premiere of COVID Summer House plus Married at First Sight AND all things Surviving Barstool. Then we get into episode 8 of The Challenge and I'm close to being out on this show forever. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge 36 Double Agents Episode 7: Jay Needs His Own Beanie Line

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 69:29


    A long awaited 90 Day Fiance update including one of the most jaw dropping moments in my reality TV history. Southern Charm and Real Housewives of Orange County reunions, Below Deck, and the new shows about to come back. Then obviously episode 7 of The Challenge 36 Double Agents. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge 36 Double Agents Episode 6: Not So Mother Theresa Plus Bachelor Talk With @AgentChavyScarn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2021 68:52


    First reactions and updates on how my Suvivor binge is going, new episodes of RHOSLC, Below Deck, Southern Charm. Next I make my predictions for the new Married at First Sight Couples. Then Chavy joins the pod as the Chief of Horny Management to break down the sex poems on this week's Bachelor episode. And of course episode 6 of The Challenge 36 Double Agents. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge 36 Double Agents Episode 5: Is Tori A Fraud?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 37:45


    Starting off holding myself accountable for my promises on last week's episode. Talking Southern Charm and Below Deck before we get into episode 5 of The Challenge 36 Double Agents. Trying to decide if Aneesa is someone we're supposed to fear or avoid as a partner as well as Fessy taking accountability for his selfish actions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge 36 Double Agents Episode 4: Josh Is A Big Baby PLUS The Bachelor Premiere Full Breakdown And An Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2021 79:01


    First an announcement on me fulfilling my duty as a reality TV thought leader. Catching up on Below Deck, RHOP Finale and next season, RHOC. Then @JohnRichTV joins the program to give his thoughts on The Bachelor premiere episode with Matt James. Plus of course The Challenge Double Agents episode 4 analysis as a stand by my man Fessy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge 36 Double Agents Episode 3: CT's Redemption Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 34:17


    Starting off with a short recap of my feelings of everything going on in the reality TV universe including The Bachelorette Finale, The Bachelor, RHOP, RHOA, RHOC, Below Deck and Southern Charm. Then I break down episode 3 of The Challenge 36 Double Agents, and CT solidifies his position as The Challenge GOAT. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge 36 Double Agents Episode 2: Nam Is Just Man Backwards

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 30:26


    We start by saying if you are not watching RHOP you are not a true Bravoholic. Then we get into a full recap of episode 2 of The Challenge 36 Double Agents on MTV. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    The Challenge 36 Double Agents Premiere Recap Plus Ranking Reality Show Reactions To Coronavirus

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 37:45


    The Challenge is back and so am I. Plus bonus ranking of the Bravo reality shows handling of the coronavirus pandemic. Then I do a full breakdown of the premiere of The Challenge 36 Double Agents on MTV. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality: Below Deck Med and Married At First Sight Finale Reunion Extravaganza

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 36:45


    Last week we put to rest the current seasons of Below Deck Med and Married At First Sight New Orleans. Reunion episodes are always my favorite, even if they are on Zoom. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality: The Love Island US Finale Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 22:52


    It's not long before I profess my undying love for Jaleb and wonder: Is Caleb the best guy in reality TV history? Talking everything Love Island US finale, who will stay together and what the cast is up to now.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality: I'm Addicted To Love Island Plus My Interview with Dr. Pepper Schwartz from Married at First Sight!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 63:21


    Dr. Pepper Schwartz and Branded Sports CEO Joe join the episode to talk Married at First Sight and love in a pandemic. We lose connection the second I ask for dating advice and it must be a sign. I also start with a full recap through Tuesday's episode of Love Island US and have some choice words for Jalen and Carrington. Follow Dr. Pepper (@DrPepperSchwrtz) and enjoy the rest of the season of Married at First Sight! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality 9/9: Kris Jenner New RHOBH? Farewell Dorinda, Johnny From Love Island US Is On Thin Ice, Ma-liar Up To Her Old Ways On Below Deck and CHRISTMAS IS CANCELED

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 65:49


    This week there is so much going on in the reality tv universe, starting with the groundbreaking news that Keeping Up With The Kardashians is ending. Will Kris Jenner join the RHOBH cast? We bid our fondest adieu to fair lady Dorinda as we await her final reunion performance (there better be Jiovani). Preview part 2 of the RHOBH reunion, Temptation Island S3 just started filming and Carole Baskin might be on DWTS, but big ups to Chrishelle for getting her revenge on. Then we dive into Love Island US through Tuesday night's Casa Amor. Checking in with the Married At First Sight sociopaths and next with my archenemy Ma-liar on Below Deck. Ending with canceling Christmas and the moment Big Brother 22 All Stars was ruined. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality: August 17th – Breaking Down The Latest On Big Brother, RHONY, RHOP, Below Deck, Selling Sunset, Siesta Key and MORE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 77:04


    2:28: A Bachelorette update 4:02: Double Shot at Love with (unfortunately DJ Pauly D and Vinny) 6:22: Reminiscing about one […] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality: August 17th – Breaking Down The Latest On Big Brother, RHONY, RHOP, Below Deck, Selling Sunset, Siesta Key and MORE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020


    2:28: A Bachelorette update 4:02: Double Shot at Love with (unfortunately DJ Pauly D and Vinny) 6:22: Reminiscing about one of the greatest reality shows in history I Love New York 7:45: Big Brother 22 All Stars (spoilers) 15:13: RHONY - The Annual Diarrhea Episode 25:58: My massive announcement on my stance of the future of Below Deck Med 43:32: Selling Sunset season 3 the season of marriages 51:55: Siesta Key and why I am only 98% there with Sam and Juliette 1:07:15: My first time recapping RHOP and I declare the newest hottest househusband aliweitz

    Avoiding Reality – An Absolute MONSTER Episode: Talkin’ Bachelorette, Below Deck, Big Brother, RHONY, RHOBH, Double Shot, and 90 Day Fiance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2020 85:57


    We are back with a huge episode covering all the best B franchises -Starting off with some Bachelorette updates for […] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality – An Absolute MONSTER Episode: Talkin’ Bachelorette, Below Deck, Big Brother, RHONY, RHOBH, Double Shot, and 90 Day Fiance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2020


    We are back with a huge episode covering all the best B franchises -Starting off with some Bachelorette updates for what is set up to truly be the most dramatic season of all time -A Becca and Garrett update: 6:34 -Below Deck drug allegations and the bully gang of Malia, Sandy and Bugsy: 8:12 -Big Brother 22 All Stars is BACK and I feel alive again: 12:15 -Breaking down @_rone's Real Housewives tweet and this week's episode proves RHONY is the GOAT: 31:52 -Heading west to Real Housewives Beverly Hills where we have rival vacations this time in Rome: 51:48 -DJ Pauly D and Vinny aren't even the stars of their own show on Double Shot At Love with DJ Pauly D and Vinny: 1:05:43 -90 Day Fiance: The Other Way is a disappointment in the best way possible: 1:15:25 -Adding next week: Real Housewives of Potomac, Selling Sunset...what else?? Follow me aliweitz and branded_sports

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Finale Recap: The GOAT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 29:19


    An update on the future of the pod, Fessy and Haleigh break up

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Finale Recap: The GOAT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020


    An update on the future of the pod, Fessy and Haleigh break up :( and I guess this was TJ's final aliweitz

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 15 Recap: Hall Brawl Alert

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2020 32:24


    My dream Challenge OG cast in light of Mark Long’s efforts at a throwback season, Nelson is now everyone’s favorite, […] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 15 Recap: Hall Brawl Alert

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2020


    My dream Challenge OG cast in light of Mark Long's efforts at a throwback season, Nelson is now everyone's favorite, and we've got a hall brawl people. aliweitz

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 14 Recap: Poor Aneesa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2020 28:34


    Dee has completely vanished, this is officially the #1 Fessy fan podcast, and Aneesa was robbed. aliweitz --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 14 Recap: Poor Aneesa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2020


    Dee has completely vanished, this is officially the #1 Fessy fan podcast, and Aneesa was robbed. aliweitz

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 13 Recap: Who Isn’t In Love With Kaycee??

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 25:55


    I think Bayleigh is on stage 3 of being full on in love with Kaycee. Lucky for her Nany is […] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 13 Recap: Who Isn’t In Love With Kaycee??

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020


    I think Bayleigh is on stage 3 of being full on in love with Kaycee. Lucky for her Nany is on stage 7. aliweitz

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 12 Recap: Dee Who?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 28:47


    Dee has been effectively removed from the show and I award my first rose to the MVP of the episode. […] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 12 Recap: Dee Who?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020


    Dee has been effectively removed from the show and I award my first rose to the MVP of the episode. aliweitz

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 11 Recap BONUS Recap Of All Firings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 30:06


    Starting off this episode with my official stance on all of the recent firings on Vanderpump Rules, The Challenge and […] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avoiding-reality41/support

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 11 Recap BONUS Recap Of All Firings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020


    Starting off this episode with my official stance on all of the recent firings on Vanderpump Rules, The Challenge and MTV in general. Then we get into the episode all about Dee but without any of her commentary.  aliweitz

    Avoiding Reality – The Challenge 35 Week 9 Recap: A Joshnado

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 28:08


    Avoiding Reality is now on iTunes! Listen and subscribe, rate and review--ew who am I?! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/avoiding-reality/id1515034618 Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/5LFiF69aWxXFfaORCuSEP0?si=0eGatAX_Qku1KYYfwt4geg

    Avoiding ReALIty – The Challenge 35 Total Madness Week 8 Recap – Nelson’s Revenge

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 19:17


    Nelson exacts his revenge against all the people he already previously offended for no reason. https://open.spotify.com/show/5LFiF69aWxXFfaORCuSEP0?si=Yx1ReeygTxGqN9OGnJQBdg

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