The Reality Check Podcast
48 episodes - English - Latest episode: 28 days ago -Where Leo and Nesu discuss all things pop culture, reality tv and everything in between. #RealityChkPod
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Episodes
S2 Ep. 11 - March Madness
March 27, 2024 23:14 - 2 hours - 164 MBIn this week’s episode, Leo and Nesu discuss an altercation at a place you’d least expect it, before getting into how sometimes your life can feel like a TV show, especially living in London. They dive into the Real Housewives of Potomac (26:18), discussing Mia & Gordon’s acrimonious separation, review the looks for the upcoming reunion as well as the aftermath of the previous episode’s events at the GnA fashion show. To conclude, they discuss the tenth season of Married to Medicine (01:25:3...
S2 Ep. 10 - All Good Things Come to an End
March 06, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBHello loves! Leo and Nesu kick off this week’s episode by discussing their weekend’s and quickly get into how Uche Natori has recently had the gworls over on TikTok and Twitter (X) in a tizzy over her ICONIC makeup routine, tips and tricks (06:44). The duo also delves into the recent controversial situation with allegations against Alonuko (17:51), influencers and people of popularity being treated better by wedding vendors and just how expensive it currently is to hold the bride baton. Leo ...
S2 Ep. 9 - Leo, Fix My Life
February 21, 2024 20:30 - 2 hours - 126 MBWe’re back for yet another jam-packed episode from our dynamic duo, as Leo gets into their Iyanla bag, and helps Nesu as they chat about community, changing their mindsets and what it’s like starting a life away from your family and friends. They then talk about Queen Bey’s upcoming second act (16:37), and people who seem a bit jaded by her due to recent global events. Next up is the announcement that Porsha will be returning for the 16th season of Real Housewives of Atlanta (45:50), as well...
S2 Ep. 8 - To Freedom!
February 08, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 144 MBLeo and Nesu have a special guest this week, Tammy from the BTS Pod - a self confessed Bravoholic! They open with their views on the infamous Monique vs Candice (Real Housewives of Potomac) altercation, before getting into how they’re doing as well as how their weekend was. The Grammy’s (24:02) are on the brain and they discuss their views on some of the award wins and they also discuss Kandi’s announcement on leaving the Real Housewives of Atlanta. Next, trio discuss the current season of ...
S2. Ep. 7 - Get It Together
February 01, 2024 09:00 - 2 hours - 125 MBThe dolls are back! As usual Leo and Nesu start off by catching up and discussing how they are and how Leo is currently the busiest person on the planet. Next up, the pair discuss the Balmain Paris and Tongoro scandal that took place online following Balmain’s #FW24 Men’s Collection show (30:20) and question whether any ideas are ever really original anymore; as well as a quick chat on the rise of Cishet women proposing to men (43:03). The duo goes on to touch on #Married2Med and talk about ...
S2 Ep. 6 - Natural Allegiances to Losers
January 17, 2024 13:36 - 2 hours - 129 MBIs this thing on? Hi loves! In trying to keep consistent with their new recording schedule, Leo and Nesu are back for another episode. They get to thinking about how their baby cousins aren’t so baby-like anymore, and responsibilities are beginning to stack up before updating on what they’ve been up to. In this week’s Pass/Drop the Mic (20:48), Nesu describes how Jada baited Steff London into a beef she couldn’t handle, and Leo makes their thoughts known on the upcoming Mr and Mrs Smith rebo...
S2 Ep. 5 - New Year, Better (Us)
January 10, 2024 00:21 - 2 hours - 121 MBHello loves! We hope the new year is treating you well. Leo and Nesu are back to chop it up and start off by catching up and discussing London nightlife, and how all hope may not be lost for finding other good vibes babes in London. Next up, the pair discuss Halle Bailey’s baby announcement (29:17) and how the Bailey sisters technically gaslit us all! The duo switch gears and discuss Oscar Pistorius’ release (38:21) and how disappointing it has been to see some news outlets try to position h...
S2 Ep. 4 - Made in Lagos (kinda)
January 03, 2024 11:25 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBFor their last/holiday episode of 2023, Big IK joins Leo and Nesu, and Christmas is on the brain as they start with how they’re doing, as well as trying to get into the Christmas spirit a few days before the big day. They do the usual Pass/Drop the Mic (15:00), sharing their thoughts on what’s stood out for them, for good reasons or bad. In recapping what they’ve been watching recently (42:22), they also point out anything that’s stood out to them on tv at the moment. The Real Housewives of ...
S2 Ep. 3 - Growing Pains and Going Through Change
November 23, 2023 22:26 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBYour favourite duo is back and kick- off with a check-in, followed by what their New Year’s resolutions for the podcast are. Next on the agenda is BravoCon 2024 (39:28) and the two talk about their ultimate ‘CHOPS’ from the convention. The conversation switches to the new seasons of RHOP and the Married to Medicine (58:44), where the two discuss their views of the season premieres.
S2 Ep. 2 - Second time’s the charm, right?
October 02, 2023 08:24 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBLeo and Nesu kick off with the usual check-in, and jump right back in like they never left. The recent spate of high profile breakups (22:01) is on Nesu's mind, followed by this week's 'Pass the Mic' (34:55), which gets the two digging into all things Kerry Washington as well as Beyoncé, and the impact of the Renaissance World Tour as it comes to an end. The conversation switches to the new season of RHOSLC (01:03:16) and the RHONY reboot, and both have noticed a similar theme that seems to ...
S2 Ep. 1 - Long time, No Ki!
September 05, 2023 15:09 - 2 hours - 302 MBIt’s been a long time and we shouldn’t have left you without a dope beat to step to, but the gworls are back! Leo and Nesu start off by doing a check-in and sharing an update on where they’ve been, how they’re doing and what’s been going on. The pair go straight into discussing some pop culture topics including cancel culture, the viral Carlos King interviews with Nene Leakes and Kenya Moore (00:36:00). They then segue into giving a recap of what they believe has been the worst season of th...
Ep. 35 - The Outburst Episode
August 14, 2022 15:41 - 1 hour - 102 MBToday marks the season 1 finale of the Reality Check Pod and Leo and Nesu are so excited to get into let week's episodes. After their usual weekend round up, they head straight into their thoughts on S1E9 of the Real Housewives of Dubai, ‘Dancehall It Out’ (00:17:15), where Sara vs Brooks continues. They also end off with a rating of the cast and the season [thus far]. Next on the agenda is S14E13 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, ‘A Rum Punch To The Gut’ (00:51:22). The cast sets off for J...
Ep. 34 - A Real Housewives Renaissance
August 06, 2022 09:31 - 1 hour - 98.2 MBIn this week’s episode of the Reality Check Podcast, your hosts are still basking in the glow of Queen Bey’s latest album, Renaissance and cannot stop talking about it! After describing what felt like a “pod day out” over the weekend, they jump into discussing Diana’s Christmas party and the ensuing chaos on the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (23:20), S12E12 “Beverly Hills Blackout”. Caroline Stanbury is the topic of conversation on S1E8 “Drama in the Sandbox” of the Real Housewives of Dub...
Ep. 33 - Loose Lips Sink (Friend)ships
July 27, 2022 22:42 - 1 hour - 107 MBIt’s another week and Leo and Nesu have actually managed to keep the ball rolling; dare we say, they’re back? The pair start you off with a weekend roundup and head straight into their thoughts on S14E11 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, ‘Cabin Fever’ (00:18:46). What seems to be a redemption arc for Kenya is discussed by the pair, as well as their mutual shock at how poorly Marlo and Sanya are coming off as new leach holders. They head on to the heated S1E8 of the Real Housewives of Dubai,...
Ep. 32 - The Block is Hot
July 22, 2022 09:58 - 2 hours - 147 MBLeo and Nesu give a brief recap of what’s been going on with them of late, and why you haven’t heard from them, as well as a timely conversation about the heatwave and the UK’s (as always) unpreparedness for this. Since the last time they got behind the mic, both parts of the Real Housewives of Lagos reunion (15:52) aired, and the two find themselves yet again appreciating Andy Cohen’s ability to hold housewives to task at reunions even though he does come with him own biases. The topic of h...
Ep. 31 - Women’s Rights (and Wrongs)
July 03, 2022 17:34 - 1 hour - 106 MBAfter a long unintentional hiatus, your fav reality pod duo is back with episode 31! After a much needed catch-up, they got straight into S1E2-4 of the Real Housewives of Dubai, (00:23:00). Leo and Nesu share their thoughts on the Carolines as well as which housewives they’re currently feeling a little disappointed by. Next on their radar is S12E5-8 (00:46:10) of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The pair shared a mutual shock for how reasonable Kyle seemed to be following the ongoing ‘Da...
Ep. 30 - Cause that's how math works
June 10, 2022 14:04 - 2 hours - 126 MBThis week’s fashionably late episode starts off with an update on how Leo and Nesu are doing and a bit of chat about Love Island. To start off this week’s reviews, the two dive into Bravo’s first international instalment of the franchise, the Real Housewives of Dubai (11:47), with S1E1 titled ‘Sand Dunes and Don’ts’ as they give their first impressions of this group of women, the way the show portrays wealth as well as their excitement for what’s to come this season. On S12E4 of the Real Hou...
Ep. 29 - Short But Not So Sweet
June 01, 2022 11:43 - 1 hour - 98.1 MBAnchor bio: Your fav duo start off with their usual weekend catch-up and jokingly discuss some lighthearted office dynamics post-pandemic. With not much on their agenda this week, they got deep into S12E3 of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, ‘There’s Sutton About Crystal’ (00:22:52). Kyle has her store opening and takes the ladies on a road trip for it. Sutton vs everyone else continues, and unfortunately Crystal ends up triggered; and the hosts dissect this. Episode 8 of the Real Housewives...
Ep. 28 - RIP aunty, the evil you have done in this world is enough
May 25, 2022 09:38 - 2 hours - 119 MBThe events of the weekend are fresh on Leo and Anesu’s minds in this episode of the Reality Check Podcast. The Real Housewives of New Jersey (11:50) concludes its S12 reunion, in what the duo agree has got to have been a lacklustre season, even as it is their first full watch of the show. Andy’s frustrations with the women come up, in addition to Traci being cut out of the final footage and Louie finally getting the chance to address the rumours that have swirled about him recently. Shifting...
Ep. 27 - When You Do Clownery
May 18, 2022 11:02 - 1 hour - 110 MBThis week Leo and Nesu started off with their usual weekend catch-up and without wasting any time they got into part, ‘Reunion: Part 2’ of Real Housewives of New Jersey S12E15 (00:09:05). The Gorgas were still the topic of conversation and they also touched on their views on biases present in this part of the reunion. Episode 6 of the Real Housewives of Lagos (00:43:46) is next on the agenda, and the issue of true friendship is still a burning topic amongst the ladies. Leo and Nesu share thei...
Ep. 26 - Lowkey a Reunion Roundup
May 11, 2022 11:33 - 2 hours - 120 MBThe Reality Check Podcast continues with another episode, as Leo and Nesu chat about the hotly anticipated Selling Sunset reunion (09:29). Tan’s hosting skills are brought up, as well as how he seemed to be coming out guns blazing for Chelsea. After wrapping up their discussion on the Netflix reality show, the duo dive into the first part of Bravo’s Real Housewives of New Jersey (40:10) S12 reunion, talking about Jen’s performance, Jackie’s rumoured demotion as well as Joe G’s continued invo...
Ep. 25 - The Calm Before, During and After The Storm
May 04, 2022 10:53 - 1 hour - 91.7 MBThis week Leo and Nesu are celebrating their 25th episode but after a boozy weekend, their energy was a little low (so they apologise for that) but still started off with their bank holiday recap as always. Without wasting any time they got into Episodes 6-10 of, Netflix’s Selling Sunset S05 (00:08:49). They cover how the rest of season went and what they feel is a much needed rebrand for the show. The duo then discuss the season finale of S12 of Real Housewives of New Jersey (00:48:00), ‘Sho...
Ep. 24 - The Wifidi Episode
April 27, 2022 11:25 - 2 hours - 129 MBIn this week’s episode of the Reality Check Podcast, Leo and Nesu review the first half of Netflix’s Selling Sunset (12:01) Season 5. They undoubtedly touch on the couple on everyone’s lips, affectionately dubbed “J-Shell” by the girls, Christine’s antics thus far and newcomer Chelsea’s introduction to the realtors at the Oppenheim Group. Real Housewives of Potomac’s Karen Huger had her spin-off, Karen’s Grande Dame Reunion (01:05:44) conclude, and the duo are unable to hide how much they en...
Ep. 23 - Growing Pains
April 21, 2022 10:52 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBThis week Leo and Nesu started off with a good ol’ weekend catch-up and get right into what Nesu considers her least fav show at the moment, Real Housewives of New Jersey (00:15:06). The duo discuss S12E11 ‘Nightmare in Nashvegas’, the ongoing feud between Marge and Tre; and exchange opinions on how this season has been. They then slide onto S01E02 of Real Housewives of Lagos (00:58:49) and dissect what appears to be a slow-burn when it comes to this show. They end off on a lighthearted note...
Ep. 22 - Out with the old, in with the new
April 13, 2022 13:21 - 1 hour - 103 MBAfter a brief hiatus, Leo and Nesu are back in your ear, and provide a bit of a recap on what’s been going on in their lives and give their take on some of the timeline’s “cancellable” takes. The Real Housewives of Lagos (30:32) premiered on Showmax last week, and the duo let us know their initial thoughts on this new franchise, its cast and how much this means to them as die hard Real Housewives fans. After this, they continue with their analysis of The Real Housewives of New Jersey (01:02:...
Ep. 21 - Welcome To The Snooze Fest
March 30, 2022 13:32 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBThis week was a short and straight-to-the-point episode for Leo and Nesu. They hit the ball rolling with Episode 4, ‘Spilling the OLG Tea’, of Kandi and the Gang (00:16:27), and confirm their strong dislike for this Real Housewives of Atlanta spinoff. Tensions, much like poor customer service, are still very much evident which Leo and Nesu take a moment to dissect. The duo then ends off the episode with a brief discussion on S12E8, ‘Forest of Fury’, of the Real Housewives of New Jersey (00:43...
Ep. 20 - Can't Stand These Hoes
March 23, 2022 12:22 - 1 hour - 106 MBOn this week’s episode, Leo and Nesu add yet another new show to the roster; Young, Famous and African (12:40) and get straight into what they liked and didn’t like about the show, their opinions on the cast and what they’d like to see if Netflix renews it for a second season. They slide onto S1E3, ‘Rowdy Employees & Uptight Managers’ of what they feel is growing to be a difficult watch, Kandi and the Gang (01:16:17), and continue the discussion on Phillip vs everybody and how this spin-off ...
Ep. 19 - The Call is Coming From Inside the House
March 16, 2022 12:14 - 1 hour - 99 MBOn this week’s episode, Leo and Nesu add a new show to the roster; Kandi and the Gang (00:15:07), and review its first two episodes. They discuss the dynamics of this workplace reality show, and highlight what works about it and what doesn’t. As the Real Housewives of Miami (00:41:46) wraps up on season 5, the duo discuss the performance of the ladies in the second part of the reunion, and how Adriana's antics are so wrong but so fun to watch. Switching gears, they head off to the Garden Sta...
Ep. 18 - Back to Life, Back to Reality
March 10, 2022 15:08 - 1 hour - 97.7 MBLeo and Nesu return right back to where they left off with the Real Housewives of New Jersey (09:20), recapping the last two episodes S12E4, ‘Shady Down the Shore’ and S12E5, ‘Jersey Shore Showdown’. The duo discuss instances of crossing physical boundaries on the Real Housewives as they evaluate the ensuing feud between Melissa and Jennifer, the group's collective bays for Louie's apology and why affairs seem so normalised in New Jersey. The gears are then switched over (56:14) to S4E12, ap...
Ep. 17 - “Art Should Be Dangerous”: The Euphoria wrap-up ft Isatu K
March 02, 2022 10:33 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBIn today’s episode, Leo and Nesu are joined by Isatu once again for yet another show wrap-up. The trio exchanged their thoughts and shared laughter on how Euphoria S02 went, their favourite moments and what they want to see out of S03.
Ep. 16 - Surprise Surprise
February 23, 2022 14:02 - 1 hour - 104 MBOn this week’s episode of The Reality Check Podcast, Leo and Nesu get to chatting about Lexi’s much anticipated play, Our Life, on S2E7 of HBO’s Euphoria, ‘The Theater and It's Double’, and how the episode weaved between fact and fiction. They then switch gears (45:38) onto the Real Housewives of Miami, S4E11 ‘Versace and Venom’, which sees us join the women in the Sunshine State as they celebrate Alexia’s upcoming wedding at the iconic Versace mansion. To close, the duo discuss the Real Hou...
Ep. 15 - Once a Snake, Always a Snake
February 16, 2022 12:58 - 2 hours - 124 MBIn today’s episode, Leo and Nesu get straight into Euphoria S2E06 (02:46) tilted ‘A Thousand Little Trees of Blood’ and discuss the continuation of the unfolding Maddy/Cassie/Nate triangle, and how Zendaya’s Emmy campaign is far from over. They then proceed to S4E10 of Real Housewives of Miami (1:03:40), ‘Looking for Trouble’ to talk about Adriana versus Larsa, and the franchise’s ability to turn it up at just the right moment. The debate about Kanye’s 🍆 continues, and Leo and Nesu give the...
Ep. 14 - Look At How She Ate That
February 09, 2022 10:10 - 2 hours - 116 MBIn today’s episode, Leo and Nesu get straight into Euphoria S2E05 (12:23) and unpack what is probably the most dramatic episode of the show so far. They then proceed to S4E09 of Real Housewives of Miami (1:02:40) and discuss who they think needs to pick their socks up before they risk losing their mojito as well as highlight their fav newbies. Lastly, they’ve welcomed a new Housewives franchise into their reel - Real Housewives of New Jersey. They kick off the S12 season opener (1:31:35) and ...
Ep. 13 - Something New
February 02, 2022 09:36 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBThis week’s episode has Leo & Nesu introduce their new weekly show, HBO's Euphoria (12:29). They go on to discuss how different the first and second seasons are, whether or not they feel this has paid off so far and where things stand by the end of S2E4 “You Who Cannot See, Think of Those Who Can”. The two continue on from last week's discussion on The Real Housewives of Miami (1:11:42) S4E8 “Le Fin?” as their vacation in the Hamptons continues, touching on who they feel has brought it this ...
Ep. 12 - No New Friends
January 26, 2022 11:16 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBIn this episode, Leo and Nesu dissect their favourite episode so far of Real Housewives of Miami (14:00) and what they think works really well about this specific franchise along with its cast. They also get into episode 3 of Ladies Who List Atlanta (1:02:00) to discuss the continued clash between the ladies and how they’re finding this show so far.
Ep. 11 - Trigger Happy
January 19, 2022 10:57 - 2 hours - 115 MB🤎 #PorshasFamilyMatters - Going Out Sad 🤎 #RHOM - Real Housewives of Opulence 🤎 #LadiesWhoList - Robin, the Bad Vibes Merchant
Ep. 10 - New Year, Same Ol’ Mistakes
January 12, 2022 11:52 - 2 hours - 120 MB🤎 #RHOM - Adriana and the Racismo Allegations 🤎 #PorshasFamilyMatters - We H8 2 C It 🤎 #LadiesWhoList - Selling Tampa 2.0?
Ep. 9 - From Insecure to Secure
December 29, 2021 14:24 - 1 hour - 103 MBJoin us as we celebrate the end of our fave show Insecure, with Isatu, in our finale wrap-up special. 🤎 #Insecure - What the finale got right 🤎 #Insecure - Our favourite moments on the show 🤎 #Insecure - Tiffany’s shake n go wig Link available in our bio xo Leo & Nesu 💕
Ep. 8 - Back From The Dead
December 23, 2021 10:07 - 2 hours - 143 MB🤎 #Insecure - Too Little, Too Late 🤎 #RHOM - The OnlyFans Debacle 🤎 #PorshasFamilyMatters - Ah, Ho. And So It Is 🤎 #SellingTampa - Why It’s the Superior Show
Ep. 7 - Messy-Co!
December 16, 2021 14:06 - 2 hours - 117 MB🤎 #Insecure - Over It 🤎 #RHUGT - 50-Cynt Out 👋🏾 🤎 #SellingSunset - Ride or Die Wars 🤎 #PorshasFamilyMatters - Sisterhood of the Travelling Versace Robe
Ep. 6 - Sick. Tired. Sick & Tired
December 09, 2021 10:22 - 1 hour - 87.2 MB🤎 #Insecure - Expect the Unexpected 🤎 #PorshasFamilyMatters - How Dennis is Getting His Wife Back 🤎 #RHUGT - Hello Ken, Goodbye Kenya
Ep. 5 - The Sick Edition
December 02, 2021 15:27 - 1 hour - 107 MB🤎 When did you realise you were a member of #WizkidFC? 🤎 #Insecure - Expecting the Unexpected 🤎 #SellingSunset - Basically the Christine Show 🤎 #RHOP - Our Wishlist for S7 🤎 #PorshasFamilyMatters - Are you Team Dennis or Simon?
Ep. 4 - The Real Avengers of Bravo
November 24, 2021 09:59 - 2 hours - 125 MB🤎 Slow Burners in TV 🤎 Insecure - The Foreshadowing is Real 🤎 RHUGT - Call Us Andy'iana Minaj 🤎 RHOP - Zen Wen Has Left the Building
Ep. 3 - How Molly Got Her Groove Back
November 17, 2021 11:25 - 1 hour - 88.4 MB🤎 Insecure - Can the actual main characters please stand up? 🤎 Insecure - What's up with Nathan and Velma? 🤎 RHOP - The Colourist Constables vs Wendy 🤎 RHOP - Is Mia still a boss or her own enemy?
Ep. 2 - Karma Never Forgets Your Address
November 10, 2021 03:14 - 2 hours - 129 MB🤎 Who’s more bad vibes, Toni or Joan? 🤎 Insecure - Lawrence is a Certified Dead Beat #CDB 🤎RHOP - Reunion Looks, Seating Chart and Wendy doing 3 much. 🤎RHOA - S14 Cast, Chateau Thelma and the return of Nene Leakes
The Reality Check Podcast Ep. 1 Pt 2 - RHOA Recap, Porsha's Family Matters, RHOP Finale, Insecure eps. 1,& 2
November 03, 2021 21:34 - 18 minutes - 34.6 MBHey everyone! We’ve finally gotten down to recording the first episode of #RealityChkPod and this week we got into this last season of #RHOA, Porsha’s spinoff trailer, the #RHOP finale as well as how we got here as well as saying goodbye to #InsecureHBO 😢 Listen up and let us know your thoughts! X
Ep. 1 Pt 2 - RHOA Recap, Porsha's Family Matters, RHOP Finale, Insecure eps. 1,& 2
November 03, 2021 21:34 - 18 minutes - 34.6 MBHey everyone! We’ve finally gotten down to recording the first episode of #RealityChkPod and this week we got into this last season of #RHOA, Porsha’s spinoff trailer, the #RHOP finale as well as how we got here as well as saying goodbye to #InsecureHBO 😢 Listen up and let us know your thoughts! X
Ep. 1 - RHOA Recap, Porsha's Family Matters, RHOP Finale, Insecure eps. 1 &2
November 03, 2021 10:20 - 1 hour - 180 MBHey everyone! We’ve finally gotten down to recording the first episode of #RealityChkPod and this week we got into this last season of #RHOA, Porsha’s spinoff trailer, the #RHOP finale as well as how we got here as well as saying goodbye to #InsecureHBO 😢 Listen up and let us know your thoughts! X