Bravo Therapy

By: BAB Productions
  • Summary

  • Welcome to Bravo Therapy, where your host Lo (self-proclaimed PhD of BravoTV) blends the allure of Bravo shows with the journey of personal growth. Every Thursday, dive into a sassy and empathetic exploration beyond mere episode recaps. We’ll delve into how the messiness of our favorite reality TV and Bravo shows aren't just escapism – they're mirrors to our own lives and growth, and reflect the messiness of real life. From analyzing Bravolebrities' relationships to celebrating their astrological quirks, each episode is a fun yet insightful look at reality TV's reflection on our personal evolution. Join us for solo reflections, expert insights, and heartfelt listener stories in our "Therapy Session" segment. Bravo Therapy is where reality TV meets real-life introspection, with a splash of sass and heart. So, grab your cockies, get comfy, and let’s turn our Bravo obsession into a journey of self-care and discovery.

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Episodes
  • The Real Virgos of Bravo
    Sep 20 2024

    Heddie Hall is back with me for the first time since we've been back from being put on pause. She's bringing us astrological insights on our favorite Bravolebs. With Virgo season in full swing and an eclipse season here to f#%k shit up, we’re diving into how these cosmic events are affecting us—and our reality tv faves.


    Let’s be real, Beyoncé’s not the only epic Virgo Queen! Heddie's breaking down the Virgo traits of Bravo stars we love (or love to hate in my case), including the Queen of Bravo herself, Lisa Vanderpump. Make sure to listen in for all the tea and some self reflection to help ground you through this astrological shake up!


    This weeks Bravo Therapy session:

    • Mental Health Check-In: Getting real about mental health, the dangers of comparison, and the duality of gratitude and grief.
    • What to expect during eclipse season
    • They key takeways from Virgo season
    • Virgo traits and how they show up in some of our favorite reality tv stars including Giselle Bryant’s steadfast Virgo energy on Real Housewives of Potomac and how Tamra's Virgo sun could be causing some of her villain era ways this season of Real Housewives of Orange County
    • Bravo Bonus: Heddie tells all about her encounter with James Kennedy and Ally Lewber of Vanderpump Rules


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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Bravo Boundaries: From Selling Sunset to RHOC, Setting Limits and Navigating Toxic Friendships
    Sep 11 2024

    Hey BABs! I’m back with solo episode all about growth, healing, and the boundaries we set along the way.


    This week's mental health check in honors World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10th) and I get real with my close connection to the cause and the reality of the mental health challenges many of us face, plus how I created Bravo Therapy to break down stigmas and normalize these conversations.


    This episode I dive into how leveling up means reevaluating the energy you keep around you, setting boundaries, and navigating the tricky balance between reacting and responding. These themes are hitting hard for me lately, and they’re also reflected in what’s happening in the Real Housewives of Orange County with Shannon and Tamra, the fallout between Lesa and Chanel on Real Housewives of Dubai, and the friendship combustions we saw on Season 8 of Selling Sunset.


    Key Points:

    • Mental Health Check-In: Honoring World Suicide Prevention Day and why it’s important to destigmatize these conversations.
    • Energy Givers and Takers: How Mercury Retrograde brought this theme to light for me and how it applies to our relationships.
    • Setting Boundaries: The importance of setting boundaries without becoming the villain, and reevaluating who deserves to stay in your circle.
    • Bravo Reflections:
    • RHOC: Shannon and Tamra’s toxic dynamic and what it shows about outgrowing friendships.
    • RHODubai: The unraveling friendship between Chanel Ayan and Lesa Milan.
    • Selling Sunset: The breakdown between Brie Tessi, Chrishell Stause, Emma Hernan, and Chelsea Lazkani.


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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • The Real Villains of Bravo: How reality TV creates the biggest baddies
    Aug 28 2024

    Hey BABs! I’m back with an episode that’s all about the Bravo villains we love to hate—or maybe just secretly love. Joined by my Bravo Bestie, Michael Sheley, we’re digging into what makes a perfect reality TV villain, how Bravo and reality TV are breeding grounds for creating these baddies, and which Bravolebs have gone from bad apple to Bad Ass Bitch.


    We’re also sharing our own villain eras because, let’s be honest, we all have one (or many). And let’s not forget, sometimes the real villain is the Bravo producer (like when they brought Alexis Bellino back to Real Housewives of Orange County to try to show Shannon Beador out the door--FAIL!). From Bravo’s biggest baddies to reformed villains, we’re covering it all and breaking down the psychology behind it. FYI, this episode was recorded during Mercury Retrograde, so we’re really leaning into that villain energy.


    Key Points:

    • Villain Eras: Michael and I share our own villain moments and what we learned from them (or didn’t) and how they still creep up sometimes
    • The Ideal Reality TV Villain: Who’s genuinely bad, and who just got the short end of the edit? The real villains like Jax Taylor and Tom Sandoval versus the perceived villains like Kristen Doute and Kathryn Dennis.
    • Bravo Villain Archetypes: We're matching your favorite Bravolebs to classic villain roles.
    • Our Favorite Reformed Villains: Reality TV stars who’ve turned things around—like Jeff Lewis going from evil boss to self-aware mogul, and Stassi Schroeder’s transformation from “the devil” to mom, wife, and total BAB.

    Takeaways:

    • Villains are often seen as opposing forces to the hero or protagonist, but there’s more beneath the surface.
    • Reality TV often rewards and encourages people to embrace the villain role, but breaking free from that label is possible.
    • External perceptions and the inability to set boundaries can perpetuate the villain role, but growth and healing are achievable.


    Loved this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates, Bravo breakdowns, and more behind-the-scenes content.


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    1 hr and 21 mins

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