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Episode 1 did not disappoint! This week Tilmon and Katy dissect episode 1 of the new season of Welcome to Plathville to an excruciating degree. They talk about Micah and Moriah's sudden shift in loyalty, Barry's new fitness journey, and Ethan's unwavering love for Olivia.
If there's anyone who can raise Fresh Perspective from the dead, it's the Plath family. This week, in anticipation for Welcome to Plathville's Season 5 Premiere, guest of the pod Lucy rounds up all the Plath drama we've missed, leaving Katy and Tilmon shocked, agonized, screaming, and gasping!
In their final Scientology episode, Tilmon and Katy get into the weird and mysterious Scientology scandals. Secret bases, suspicious cruise ships, missing wives, all the juicy goodness you want to hear when you think Scientology…plus leaving just enough mystery to keep you curious ;)
In the mood to listen to a couple of people chit chat about the dark and twisted world of Scientology? Uhh, then you might want to get comfortable. This week Tilmon and Katy dive into Leah Remini's show: Scientology and the Aftermath. Tilmon shares the highlights while Katy desperately tries to understand how the heck this can all be happening. And together, they get just a little bit more curious...tune in next week when they attend their first meeting as brand new members! Just kidding.
Have you ever been curious if Jesus Christ was the Steven King of his generation? Well then you are in luck because this week Tilmon and Katy are starting their scandalous series on Scientology. Join them as they discover the strange and wild beginning of Scientology and you'll find out how everything really does come back to Michelle Duggar.
Join Tilmon and Katy as the wrap up their ever-shocking series on the Duggars. This week Katy shares with Tilmon her final discoveries on Jim Bob's turbulent political career and Michele's secret desire to be a normal, cool mom. These two also reveal their not-so-secret plan to start their own religious cult built off their belief that one day Michelle Duggar will appear in a...meat dress!
This week Tilmon and Katy take on the juicy, scandalous, still devout Christian yet pants wearing…adult Duggar children!! The conversation is hot hot hot as they break down the crime committing Duggars (there's more than one!), the writers, the vloggers, the preacher husbands, music with drums, the tater tot casserole and so much more! And if you can't get enough, tune in next week for the final installment of the Duggars series: Katy and Tilmon will be digging up any remaining Duggar dirt, deep diving the blog, and even trying out some of Michelle's famed receipts.
In part 2 of deep diving the Duggars, Katy and Tilmon explore the delight that is 19 Kids and Counting. Lifelong fans of the show, they dive into the bizarre family dynamics, ponder the sincerity of Michelle's voice, and share the most iconic clips of the show (aka the only ones still online after Josh's conviction). Don't forget to tune in next week for a “Where Are They Now” look at the married (/escaped) children!
This week Tilmon and Katy kick off their 3 part Duggar series by breaking down the Institute of Basic Life Principles (IBLP). They dig into its origin, explore the controversial and undeniably cultish beliefs, and one by one decide whether their pillars of faith are cool, hip, and with it (spoiler alert: they are not!).
After announcing Tilmon and Katy's new vision for the pod, these two are back to finish what they started. This week on Fresh Perspective they wrap up season 3 of RHOSLC by talking about the lack of plot, Lisa's queen status, and, of course, Jen's trial. They have a lot to say about this season so you won't want to miss out on these hot takes.
To celebrate a whole year of Katy and Tilmon's reality TV shenanigans, they are announcing their biggest fresh perspective yet. Tune in to find out who Tilmon and Katy really are (since they never introduced themselves), how they met, their strange trip to Dracula's Castle in the heart of Romania, and the future vision of the podcast. 2023 has a lot in store and that includes a new POV for this wacky, fun, chaotic podcast!
This week on Fresh Perspective Tilmon and Katy take on the hot topic of Chrisley Knows Best and Todd and Julie's recent sentencing. They meander through topics on the family, considering their charges and whether they were really all that bad, explore the show's origin, and bring in some outside quotes that left them thinking...okay Todd deserved this.
Episode 11 of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City was no joke. Tilmon and Katy unfold the drama that ensued, including the obvious speculating around Heather's black eye, debating about whether Whitney Rose is in the right, and of course describing their dream Meredith Marks x Lisa Barlow fantasy.
Episode ten of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City was one for the books. Join Tilmon and Katy as they take on the drama from this week and dissect the following: Jen Shah vs. Lisa Barlow, Jen Shah vs. Danna, Jen Shah vs. Heather Gay, Heather Gay vs. the World, Meredith vs. no one because she's perfect, and Katy vs. Tilmon trying to describe a very simple tidbit of Twitter drama. Tune in! Instagram: @jacktilmon @katy.fallon TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freshperspectivepodcast
Back (and feeling fresh) from a little Thanksgiving break, Tilmon and Katy take on episode 9 of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. They break down Heather's villain arc, discuss Jen's behavior (she's innocent!), and consider whether Angie K will be a good addition to the SLC cast (spoiler: predictions are grim). Tune in! Instagram: @jacktilmon @katy.fallon TikTok: @freshperspectivepodcast
This week on Fresh Perspective Tilmon and Katy take you through the journey that is Real Housewives of Salt Lake City episode 8. They fawn over Seth (predictable), defend Jen (morally questionable), and praise Lisa's approach to religion (surprising!). They also reveal who the mysterious Reggie is from last week and brainstorm ideas for the future of the pod (CNN's John King is involved). Obviously, goes without saying, you'll want to tune in! Instagram: @freshperspectivepod TikTok: @freshperspectivepodcast
Season 3 of Love is Blind has no shortage of controversial moments so we just had to do a bonus ep to talk things out! Katy's mother (a reality TV novice who had never seen any dating show), joined Katy (a reality TV veteran who has seen every dating show) to break down each couple. They consider Colleen's unnerving energy at the reunion, dig up some skeleton's in Brennan's closet, and wonder what the heck Nancy was thinking?! Take a listen and also, find out if Katy's mom supports her dreams of finding love on reality TV (don't get your hopes up).
Buckle in folks. This week on Fresh Perspective Tilmon and Katy break down episode seven of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Lisa's singing debut, Angie Harrington's post on Heather's lap, Meredith and Seth's tub time, every moment will have you appreciating your fav ex and current mormons (and Meredith). It will also answer the burning questions you never knew you had like: Do people think Tilmon is a Mormon? Will Katy meet her future husband this January? Would either of them like to kiss a missionary? Fear not, you'll know all of these answers by the end of a glorious 49 minutes.
Choirs and fires and liars, what an episode! This week on Fresh Perspective Tilmon and Katy address all of the above with discussions around Heather's strange new venture, who's lying (Lisa? Angie? Heather? Whitney? Jen? All of the above?), and the specifics around Justin's career redirection…as well as the dirty deets behind his company.
This week Tilmon and Katy unpack RHOSLC Ep 5 in all it's ex-Mormon glory. They discuss the relatability of their dear peer Brooks Marks, thirst over his dear father Seth, forget to talk about Meredith, and break down the drama that ensues amidst the turbulence of Lisa v Angie H and Whitney v. Heather. Follow us! Instagram: @freshperspectivepod TikTok: @freshperspectivepodcast
This week Fresh Perspective is back to talking all things Salt Lake City. After briefly reviewing some recent updates in our fav fundie family (the Plaths), Tilmon and Katy dive into episodes three and four, questioning pretty much everything Whitney says, solidifying their stances on Jen's innocence (including a message Tilmon has for Prez Joe Biden), and discussing the Wendy's 4 for 4 (an incredible deal)!
This week Tilmon and Katy are taking a brief hiatus from RHOSLC. They'll be back to normal programming next week but for now, enjoy Katy's deep dive into Mormonism! Whether you're a RHOSLC fan or not, everyone needs to hear the crazy details of the LDS church and its origin!
Sorry we're late! Just call us Meridith Marks! This week the ladies of Salt Lake City embark on yet another tumultuous vacation to...you guessed it...Scottsdale, Arizona! Tilmon and Katy speculate on how pro-Meridith the show is, struggle to find a cheap bottle of Vida Tequila, and defend Jen Shah's honor.
Everyone's favorite (ex) Mormons are back! This week, Tilmon and Katy kick of season 3 of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City with an analysis of the unendingly fascinating housewife dynamics. Can Lisa be forgiven (by Seth) for what she said about Meredith? Is Jen guilty for scamming the elderly? Is Bobbie Rose going to settle for an ugly guy? And most importantly… why did Tilmon and Katy have the hots for Seth last season?
Tilmon is back! And to celebrate his momentous return, this week Fresh Perspective is covering Love is Blind: After the Alter. Despite three, perhaps anticlimactic episodes, Katy and Tilmon expertly advise Iyanna and Jarette on their marriage journey, speculate on the PR angle of Kyle and Deepti's relationship, and question Natalie's true intent. Oh also…if you subscribe to Kyle's onlyfans DM them on Instagram ASAP.
This week on Fresh Perspective Katy is joined by childhood friend and fellow bougie-real-estate-reality-tv lover, Daphnie. Together, they dissect who the villain is supposed to be (everyone is kind of awful) and analyze the mean girl energy of each and every cast member. What's worse, Jarvis and Rose's high and mighty personalities or Polly and Alex Hall's drunken indignities? Or was the true villain Tyler all along? Tune in to hear the riveting discourse!
Tune in for a quick recap on the final two episodes of Love Island USA! After Naomi and Katy unpack what the heck happened with Jeff, they dive into all the mushy gushy goodness of our Season 3 finalists. Join them to hear their very much un-fresh, stale and average perspective that Deb and Jesse are adorable, Sydney and Isaiah are toxic in a fun way, and obviously that Timmy and Zeta are perfect.
In their final(ish) episode on Love Island USA, Katy, Naomi, and Alyssa reveal their unedited opinions of how things are going down with the islanders. Join them in their questionably relentless defense of Isaiah, their heated debate of whether Deb Chub ruined everything, and their definitive declaration that Phoebe is in fact not a girls girl. And finally, while the season may be coming to an end, their love for Timmy is infinite, so of course this episode is topped off with some love for Timmy's poetry.
This week on Fresh Perspective Katy, alongside roommates Naomi and Alyssa, catch listeners up on the hottest Love Island USA takes from weeks two and three (or luke warm takes-- we can't go on Twitter because of spoilers so we actually don't know). No one is safe as they refuse to drop the siblings-or-dating energy Bria and Chazz exude, criticize Mady's inability to see Jared's beauty, and predict grave infidelity in the coming Casa Amor days. Tune in to hear why they think Casa Amor hates women and send positive vibes that they CAN catch up to the live airings by next week!
With Plathville officially over, Fresh Perspective has moved onto the next hottest show of the summer: Love Island USA. Katy, joined by her dear friend and roommate Naomi, kicks off the season with thoughts on this year's new islanders. It's a good bunch. Tune in to hear Katy and Naomi dissect Timmy's poetry, contemplate whether it's too early to declare Jesse and Deb Chub are end game, and explore the ick that is a "Mama's Boy."
Season 4 of Welcome to Plathville have officially wrapped! Amidst their mourning of America's favorite Tuesday night activity, Katy and Lucy dive into the ever entertaining Olivia vs. Kim drama, unendingly psychoanalyze the fam, and theorize about the true role pyramid schemes have played in the Plathville chronicles. Tune in for our final episode following the Plaths!
Recounting Welcome to Plathville Episode 11, this week on Fresh Perspective Katy and Lucy pick apart all the juicy events that went down in Cairo, Georgia. The showdown of Olivia vs. Kim certainly never gets old but this time, Fresh Perspective hosts have switched teams. Tune in to hear them dissect the family dynamics, over analyze timeline confusion, and reveal some info about Barry's life pre-Kim
This week's episode of Welcome to Plathville was an abundance of stiff, loaded one on one family member convos. Luckily, that's right up Katy and Lucy's alley! Take a listen to Fresh Perspective: Are Lydia and God an Item? to hear them consider Barry and Ethan's brief bout of misogyny, Lydia gushing about her new beau God, and Kim shedding some light on her situation growing up.
In another installment of all things Plathville, Katy and Lucy break down Episode 8: I Feel Like a Cow. They spend the majority of the time going back and forth about how bad Kim could really be and occasionally considering how good Barry could really be. After a love fest over Micah (nothing new), worrying about Olivia and Ethan's marriage (nothing new), and some heavy breathing from Katy and Lucy's dog (this is new), they address some theories about the family and...add Barry on LinkedIN?
This week on Fresh Perspective Tilmon is out and Lucy is in! Long time lover of the Plaths and passionate observer of all things Fundamentalist, Lucy joins Katy to chat about the delights of Episode 7: Eyes Down! They obsess over drunk Micah, gush about dearest Moriah, and, in an act of bravery in the name of women across America, defend Kim.
This week's Fresh Perspective is an episode of mourning. Between Tilmon's (temporary) leave of absence, the death of Kim and Barry's marriage, and the final nail in the coffin sealing off Max's reputation, the recap of Dirty Little Sinners is full of grief. Luckily, Fresh Perspective co-hosts find a way to lighten the mood by planning an itinerary of partying with Ethan and Olivia, praising Queen Moriah, and spilling tea about the notorious Hosanna Plath.
This week, Fresh Perspective breaks down all the juicy drama from Welcome to Plathville Episode 5. Two people who could not be further from marriage themselves, Tilmon and Katy impose their wise opinions on the Ethan and Olivia car debacle and the team Barry vs. team Kim chronicles. And of course, it's only right that they address the true star of the episode: Lydia and her squirrel impression.
This week, Tilmon and Katy make Kim and Barry's marriage issue's their problem. In their passionate attempts to identify what went wrong in America's favorite couple, they also make sure to add their two cents in how Ethan is handling his own marriage disputes and ruin the fantasy of the show by making unfounded assumptions of how they film Welcome to Plathville.
This week, after briefly addressing the all consuming Depp Heard trial, Tilmon and Katy dive into the newest Welcome to Plathville episode. With Ethan's secret car, Kim and Barry's marital strife, and Moriah's single, this episode pose endless questions around what the heck the Plaths are doing and where the heck they're going and why the heck Nigel was brought into this mess.
This week, returning to their roots, Tilmon and Katy unpack the first two episodes of Welcome to Plathville Season 4. Passionate spectators of all things Plath, they deep dive every moment of the show. Dying to hear a longwinded analysis of Lydia's emerging villain arc? Waiting for someone to break down Max's cheating story scene by scene? Weirdly rooting for Kim's mid life crisis? You gotta take a listen.
Tilmon and Katy, as promised, are diligently keeping up with the Kardashians in this week's pod covering the latest three Kardashians episodes. Tune in to find out who's Team Kanye vs Team Pete, Team Scott vs Team Travis, and of course Team Khloe vs Team MJ.
Reality TV isn't what it once was so this week Tilmon and Katy pay homage to one of the shows that got us where we are today: Flavor of Love. While revisiting all of the worst aspects of the early 2000s, join them in attempting to understand why the contestants had to rub old people's feet, whether the poultry princess really thought she could cook chicken in the microwave, and what the actual end game of the show was...
Dying to hear more about the Kardashian's? Not interested enough to watch the show but still want to know what's happening? Just loving Fresh Perspective? Tune in this week to hear Tilmon and Katy's thoughts on all things Kardashian's. Between Saint's poor reading skills, golden showers, and Kendall's double life there's something for everyone in this episode!
Buckle in folks, on this episode of Fresh Perspective Tilmon and Katy unpack possibly the worst (slash best) dating show in reality TV history: The Ultimatum. While desperately trying to understand the point of the show Tilmon thirsts over serial-killer-vibes Colby and Katy abhorrently compares Jake and Rae's 3 week affair to Bridgerton. Unanimously, they agree that this is the last show they'd ever want to be one (coming from two people who really want to be on reality TV) so if that doesn't convince you to tune in I don't know what will!
In the second part of discussing all things Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Tilmon and Katy dive into the horrors of season 2. While Katy attempts to defend Meredith's character, Tilmon doubles down on his distaste for cult leader Mary and both confess that Lisa really isn't so bad. Tuning into this episode is a must if you're dying to hear their fresh perspectives on white collar crimes, cults, sister wives, calling the feds on your friends, and the absolutely DILF that is Seth Marks.
This week Fresh Perspective takes on the stomach churning emotional roller coaster that was Drag Race episode 14. The girls complete their last challenges and Tilmon and Katy desperately attempt to understand what the heck went down in this challenge, what the heck went down in that lipsync, and why the heck costume designers had it out for some of the girls!
This week on Fresh Perspective Tilmon and Katy navigate the emotional journey of watching and discussing the RPDR Season 14 roast. Take a listen to hear two people who've never engaged in the art of roasting expertly critique the girls' performances and runways and of course throw in their thoughts on… bear attacks?
This week Tilmon and Katy pop their Real Housewives cherries and unpack Season 1 of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. With grandfather husbands, a one sweatsuit fashion line, outdoor bathtubs, and of course Mormonism you'll want to tune in!
Tune in this week as Tilmon and Katy attempt to illustrate what exactly went down in the historical, monumental, show-stopping episode that was Drag Race Season 14's Rusical. While Katy grapples with accepting her true love Bosco's villain arc, Tilmon dives into the joys of Lady Camden's domination. They discuss Rupaul's little crush on Jorgeous, consider who actually dressed to the runway theme, and obviously reflect on finally discovering who had the golden chocolate bar.
This week on Fresh Perspective Tilmon and Katy discuss Season 14's Lip Sync LaLaPaRUza Smackdown. Amidst being ever so slightly bummed about an entire lip sync episode they consider Rupaul's crush on Jorgeous, if Jasmine really lost all three lip syncs, and wonder if we'll ever see the golden chocolate bar.
This week Tilmon and Katy finally break down the couples of Love is Blind Season 2! They address all the hot topics: America's #1 enemy Shake, the future of Shayne and Natalie, the wonderful weirdness of Danielle and Nick, and obviously which guy gave them the ick.