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Reality Steve Podcast

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The #1 source on the internet for all your "Bachelor," "Bachelorette," and "Bachelor in Paradise" spoilers, Reality Steve talks about each episode, answers your emails, and covers everything you need to know about what's going on in Bachelor Nation. For years, he's been giving you the inside scoop on all things "Bachelor"-related. Now, hear him speak weekly on the subject, along with candid conversations with former contestants and others in the reality TV world, along with all your latest juicy gossip. It's candid, it's colorful, and it may be crass, but that's why he's Reality Steve.
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Episodes

Ep 265 - Clayton's Episode-by-Episode Spoilers (Up to the Final 3)

(SPOILERS) I go over all the episode-by-episode (or technically rose ceremony-by-rose ceremony) spoilers for Clayton's season filling you in on all the dates, eliminations, storylines, and some of the group date roses. The first 35 minutes or so was recorded yesterday before women's bios were released online. Then (33:23) I recorded another 15 minutes after that once the bios were released to cover a few things in regards to the bios, namely what the deal with Salley Carson is. Music written by ...

Dec 16, 202152 min

Ep 264 - Interview with Danny Escalante & Nicci Ramos from "12 Dates of Christmas"

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly discussing spoilers regarding Clayton’s final three women and Michelle’s final two episodes. Then Danny and Nicci join me (7:25) to talk about how they each got cast, the immediate connection they had once Nicci joined the show, how their relationship was edited and what you didn’t see, how they both feel about Brooke’s role in returning to the show, what life has been like post-show, and much, much more. Instagram - @dandy_danniel Instagram - @nicci_ramos Music wri...

Dec 09, 20211 hr 10 min

Ep 263 - Interview with Brooke Lusk of "12 Dates of Christmas"

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly discussing social media happenings from Clayton’s women and some spoiler related info. Then Brooke joins me (10:19) to talk about her love for the horror movie genre, the work she’s doing in it, how she was almost cast for “FBoy Island” yet ended up on “12 Dates of Christmas,” the quick turnaround, how she felt about her exit and return and what was the time frame, does she have any regrets, who she’s closest with in the house, and much, much more. Instagram - @broo...

Dec 02, 20211 hr 7 min

Ep 262 - Interview with Amanda Grace Jenkins of "12 Dates of Christmas"

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly discussing Clayton's final 4 not being back on social media and one of their IG activity this weekend. Then Amanda Grace joins me (9:53) to discuss her time on HBO Max's "12 Dates of Christmas," including coming out as a lesbian only 3 years ago, how the filming of the show went for her, how she felt about the ending, what has happened post show, and much, much more. Twitter - @AmandaGraceJen Instagram - @amandagracejenkins Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo ...

Nov 29, 20211 hr 13 min

Ep 261 - Answering Your "Reader Emails" & Hannah Brown's Book Revelation

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the Hannah Brown book revelation from yesterday where she says she had sex with Peter while his season was airing, what it meant at the time, the wacky timeline of Peter’s life for 6 months and more. Then I answer 20 of your emails (16:33). Topics include: Clayton’s edit, producer plants, sources, Michelle’s guys, podcast commercials, Taylor Swift’s Red, Katie & Blake, and much, much more. Twitter - @RealitySteve Instagram - @realitysteve Music written by ...

Nov 18, 20211 hr 16 min

Ep 260 - Interview with Comedian Sarah Colonna

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking briefly about Michelle's season and Clayton's upcoming season and spoilers. Then Sarah joins me (9:59) to talk about stand up during the pandemic, her new material, her thoughts on Katie doing stand up, the scholarship her husband set up in Canada for athletes, and we end by talking TV watching during the pandemic. Twitter - @SarahColonna Instagram - @sarahcolonna1 Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad c...

Nov 11, 20211 hr 7 min

Ep 259 - Interview with "Reality Life" Podcast Host Kate Casey

(SPOILERS) I begin by discussing the Final 4 Spoiler for Clayton’s season and the return of “Joe Millionaire” to Fox, the show that started Reality Steve. Then Kate joins me (15:15) to discuss her recent podcast interview with Jed Wyatt, the craziness that is this season of the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” and we finish with suggesting some really interesting documentaries out there. Twitter - @KateCasey Instagram - @katecaseyca Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music...

Nov 04, 20211 hr 22 min

Ep 258 - Interview with Courtney Robertson Preciado

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly discussing the news of back-to-back “Bachelor” seasons airing in 2022. Then Courtney joins me (7:12) to talk about motherhood and expecting baby #2 in December, being a “villain” in this franchise as a woman versus the male villains, her edit during Ben’s season, what they tried to get her to do post-filming, how Happy Couple weekends worked for her, and much, much more. Twitter - @bugrobertson Instagram - @bugrobertson Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Song...

Oct 28, 20211 hr 29 min

Ep 257 - Interview with Reality Blurred's Andy Dehnart

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the unrealistic expectation being put on Clayton as the “Bachelor,” the Ryan situation from Michelle’s premiere that’s being miscontstrued, then some spoilers regarding Clayton’s season currently filming. Then Andy joins me (16:14) to talk about the recent IATSE possible strike and what it means going forward, the Cookout alliance on Big Brother this season and how important it was, and are the changes on “Survivor” too much this season. Twitter - @realityblur...

Oct 21, 20211 hr 27 min

Ep 256 - Interview with Comedian & YouTuber Dave Neal

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the last few days of filming on Clayton’s season and a random thought that popped in my head regarding money. Then Dave joins me (10:44) to talk about his YouTube channel, the coverage of podcasts yesterday regarding Ivan and Pieper, looking at topics in this franchise differently than the masses, cancel culture in comedy, Michelle’s season, Clayton’s season and much, much more. Twitter - @DNealz Instagram - @dnealz YouTube Channel - DaveNealActor Music writte...

Oct 14, 20211 hr 42 min

Ep 255 - Interview with US Weekly's Emily Longeretta

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the spoilers I posted about Michelle’s season this week, how the season preview helped me figure something out, and how tracking IG accounts of the women on Clayton’s season isn’t nearly as helpful as it used to be anymore. Then Emily joins me (13:58) to talk about the “Challenge” and what issues we’re having with it this season, her reporting on the Clare/Dale situation, US Weekly breaking the Brendan/Pieper pre-show relationship before BIP started, and much ...

Oct 07, 20211 hr 2 min

Ep 254 - Interview with "Survivors" Stephen Fishbach

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the start of Clayton’s season filming last night, and a story about something that was said on BIP this past Tuesday. Then Stephen joins me (9:59) to discuss the premiere of “Survivor” after almost 2 years off the air. It was recorded before last night’s episode, so no talk of what happened last night, but plenty about the new visual, audio, and game changes this season, the removal of “Come on in, guys” and the why of it all. Are all the twists and turns good...

Sep 30, 20211 hr 24 min

Ep 253 - Interview with Trish Schneider Cullins from Jesse Palmer's "Bachelor" Season

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about some of the women for Clayton’s season and his filming starting soon. Then Trish joins me (9:07) to talk about her time on Jesse’s season, the infamous t-shirt, the spy on her season, what made her come back after getting eliminated being one of the first to ever do so, her recent move with her husband, how things have been going during the pandemic, and my favorite topic with Trish – her made for TV movie in 2006 “The Scorned.” That and much, much more on tod...

Sep 23, 20211 hr 5 min

Ep 252 - Interview with "Game of Roses" Hosts, Chad Kultgen & Lizzy Pace

(SPOILERS) I first begin by talking about the news of Clayton Echard, one of Michelle's contestants, being the next "Bachelor." Then Chad and Lizzy join me (9:46) to talk about that decision, their book "How to To Win The Bachelor," how the game playing aspect of the show has amped up the last few seasons, what happened with Brendan and Pieper, Thomas' game play over his two seasons, and much, much more. Instagram - @gameofrosespod Book - How To Win The Bachelor (Pre-order Now!) Music written by...

Sep 16, 20211 hr 34 min

Ep 251 - Interview with Kristen Baldwin of EW.com

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the Brenden/Pieper situation from Monday and what’s happened since (Episode was recorded before Brendan’s IG apology last night). Then Kristen joins me (11:50) to discuss BIP this season, the rotating hosts, the power couples, and what the show has become. Then we discuss other reality shows and scripted shows currently airing or upcoming on different platforms. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your a...

Sep 09, 20211 hr 14 min

Ep 250 - Interview with CJ Franco from "FBoy Island"

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about some things going on in Bachelor Nation and a recap of my Olive Garden trip. Then CJ joins me (9:47) to talk about her time on FBoy Island, how she got cast, her past dating history, her dislike of the Garrett/Casey bromance, what Casey did that actually didn’t bother her, her relationship with New Jarred and where it stands now, what she wants to do post show, and much, much more. Twitter - @itscjfranco Instagram - @itscjfranco Music written by Jimmer Podrask...

Sep 02, 20211 hr 6 min

Ep 249 - Interview with Jacqueline Trumbull

(SPOILERS) I first begin by giving an update to my drivers license story from a couple weeks ago. Then Jacqueline joins me (7:37) and the podcast essentially breaks down into 3 sections: first 20 minutes are about the Katie/Greg fight and how she viewed it since she’s spoken with doctors on her podcast and has done studies on behaviors like this. Then next 40 minutes or so is us talking about the change in my site and how I’ve chosen to cover things, what led to those decisions, and some things ...

Aug 26, 20211 hr 44 min

Ep 248 - Interview with Sarah Emig from "FBoy Island"

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about Bachelor related news and tell an Olive Garden story. Then Sarah joins me (9:29) to talk about her time on "FBoy Island," how she was cast, what her dating history was like before the show, when did she realize what the title of the show was, Garrett off camera, what led to her decision at the end, what was she feeling in the moment, and much, much more. Instagram - @sarah.emig Music written by Jimmer Podrasky(B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn mo...

Aug 19, 20211 hr 25 min

Ep 247 - Interview with @Bachelordata Creator Suzana Somers & Olympic Gold Medal Gymnast Carly Patterson

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the final 4 episodes of "FBoy Island" that were released today. WARNING: Spoilers involved. Then @Bachelordata creator, Suzana Somers joins me (13:58) to discuss the evolution of her page, what the IG follower count looked like this season among Katie's guys, and much, much more. Then, former Olympic gold medal winning gymnast Carly Patterson joins me (1:18:01) to discuss the Simone Biles situation from the Tokyo Olympics along with her career, what she went t...

Aug 12, 20212 hr 11 min

Ep 246 - Interview with Emily O'Brien, the "Bachelors" Epidemiologist

(SPOILERS) I begin by going over the finale for Katie's season and talk about episodes 4-6 of "FBoy Island" that were released today. WARNING: Spoilers included. Then Emily joins me (11:29) and we talk about the Delta variant, what it is and what we can expect, breakthrough cases, booster shots, what the data is showing, what can the unvaccinated expect, the vaccines and pregnancy, how school is dealing with this, what can we expect moving forward, and much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky...

Aug 05, 20211 hr 46 min

Ep 245 - Answering Your "Reader Emails" & Audio Questions

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the cancellation of the Reality Steve Fan Appreciation Party due to the Delta variant & talk about "FBoy Island" releasing their first 3 episodes on HBO Max today. Then I take your emails & audio questions (11:50) on a wide ranging assortment of topics like TX & OU leaving the Big 12, Aaron Rodgers, Greg's edit, Big Brother, Love Island, the next "Bachelor," contestants being recruited for the show, the podcast theme song, & much, much more. Mu...

Jul 29, 20211 hr 10 min

Ep 244 - Interview with "Rob Has a Podcast's" Rob Cesternino

(SPOILERS) I begin by going over a few things regarding “Bachelorette” scheduling and spoilers for Katie’s season. Then Rob joins me (7:43) to talk about his “Survivor” career, how he built the “Rob Has a Podcast” brand, the upcoming “Survivor” season, early thoughts on “Big Brother” season 23, “Back to the Future” talk and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 20211 hr 33 min

Ep 243 - Interview with "Bachelor" and "Bachelor Pad 2's" Ella Nolan

(SPOILERS) I begin by telling a couple of stories about the weirdness happening in my life recently between my air conditioner and issues with my drivers license renewal. Then Ella joins me (9:15) to talk about her time on Jake's season, what she thought about bringing her child on the show, getting eliminated on a 2-on-1, going on "Bachelor Pad 2," getting surgeries done post show and if she regrets any of them now, and much, much more. Enjoy. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Mac...

Jul 15, 20211 hr 6 min

Ep 242 - Interview with Kate Casey of the "Reality Life" Podcast

(SPOILERS) I begin by going over the original BIP cast list coming out today. Then Kate joins me (8:08) to discuss this season of the "Bachelorette," Katie as the lead, rumors in the franchise, game shows on TV, who my favorite housewife is, the debut of "Big Brother" and "Love Island," and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 08, 20211 hr 22 min

Ep 241 - Interview with Comedian & YouTuber Dave Neal

(SPOILERS) I begin by discussing yesterdays "Bachelor in Paradise" spoilers I posted and reaction to the final couples. You've been warned. Then comedian and YouTube Bachelor recapper Dave Neal joins me (12:10) to discuss how he got started in comedy, what made him start covering the show, the amount of videos he's producing during the pandemic, his coverage of my recent appearance on the Whit & Ry show, cancel culture, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Mac...

Jul 01, 20211 hr 45 min

Ep 240 - Interview with Kasey Kahl

(SPOILERS) I first begin by talking about yesterdays major spoiler on the ending of Katie's season. Then Kasey joins me (4:42) to talk about his journey on Ali's season, the singing in New York, being left on a glacier in Iceland, appearing on Bachelor Pad season 2 with his then girlfriend Vienna, and a very vulnerable, eye opening time on "Couples Therapy." Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Kasey Talks About His Childhood Learn more about your ad choice...

Jun 24, 20211 hr 10 min

Ep 239 - Some "Bachelor in Paradise" Spoilers & "Reader Emails"

(SPOILERS) I begin by giving spoilers on some of the early “couples” currently filming “Bachelor in Paradise.” Then I answer your “Reader Emails” (11:15) on subjects like Greg Grippo, non Bachelor podcasts, Katie’s social media activity, Hannah Ann’s role in Bachelor Nation, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 17, 202154 min

Ep 238 - Interview with YouTube Sisters and Bachelor Enthusiasts, Whit and Ry

(SPOILERS) I start by giving more thoughts on the Chris Harrison situation and how you can attend the 6th Annual Reality Steve Fan Appreciation Party later this summer. Then Whit and Ry join me (21:36) to discuss their background, what got them into recapping the show, they start interviewing me briefly on recent stories, their thoughts on Chris Harrison’s departure, episode 1 thoughts and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more abo...

Jun 10, 20211 hr 27 min

Ep 237 - Spoiler Update on Katie's Final 4 & Interview with Professional Sports Handicapper Kelly Stewart

(SPOILERS) I start by giving a spoiler update on Katie’s final four & discuss some “Bachelor in Paradise” news. Then Kelly joins me (13:02) to talk about her rise to prominence in the sports handicapping industry, from how it came to be, did she always want to do this, what she did to get discovered, how she landed on Showtime’s docu-series “Action,” and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Jun 03, 20211 hr 15 min

Ep 236 - Answering Your "Reader Emails" & Audio Questions

(SPOILERS) Today I answer some of your Reader Emails and Audio questions you sent in on the website. They range from my thoughts on some of the recent stories in Bachelor Nation, what the last month has been like, Katie's upcoming season, Bachelor in Paradise rumors, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27, 202154 min
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