Hot Mess-Terpiece Theatre

Jolenta is joined by comedian Katie Compa (new special, Incurable Optimist out now!) to talk about a revealing reality TV moment from Botched Presents: Plastic Surgery Rewind. The two dissect the scene where Michelle Visage bravely removes her makeup on camera and asks the group to join her. What starts as a silly exercise ends in a conversation about self-worth, body dysmorphia and bravery - plus Larissa from 90 Day Fiancé is there!

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Botched Presents: Plastic Surgery Rewind, Fandango At Home


Aubrey O'Day opens up about disturbing Sean "Diddy" Combs allegations, and her hopes of "speaking for the underdogs," CBS News

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This week Jolenta does a deep dive on Summer House’s Ciara Miller, and The Lover archetype. The Lover is that magical loving person that all the other characters are drawn to. She loves hard and is incredibly loyal. But treat her badly and the whole world will be mad at you for hurting such a kind soul. Just look at the mess West Wilson has gotten himself into after working so hard to win back Ciara’s affection.

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Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes, by Edith Hamilton

45 Master Characters, by Victoria Lynn Schmidt

Bravo Shows - Peacock

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Today we finally tackle The Dinner Party From Hell from season one of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Jolenta is joined by the wonderful Margaret Ables (What Fresh Hell) to talk about this classic housewives moment. Margaret helps put Camille’s fame level into context and gives insider insights on the LA dinner party scene. And the two talk about what happens when a cast member thinks they’re smarter than the audience.

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RHOBH, Peacock


Blaming Faye? by Jeffrey Toobin, The Newyorker

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Southern Charm isn’t just the name of a reality show, it’s a skillset. A skillset that Patricia Altschul thinks she’s the master of. That’s why she’s the perfect example of the Magi archetype. This week Jolenta profiles this complicated archetype and examines how it shows up in reality TV.

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Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes, by Edith Hamilton

45 Master Characters, by Victoria Lynn Schmidt

Bravo Shows - Peacock

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Jolenta is joined by comedian Megan Gailey (Sports Bitches) to talk about The Real Housewives of Miami’s infamous Mexico City gondola ride. The two dissect the laundry list issues that collide on a boat trip to a haunted island full of dolls. Said issues include: helping animals, freshly signed divorce papers, serious illness, classism, death, and most importantly - lost lip gloss.

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The Real Housewives of Miami - Peacock

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