The Salty Chip Podcast

AMANDA FRANCES VS PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE: WHO'S THE REAL MONEY QUEEN???

Dive into the explosive lawsuit where RH OBH star Amanda Frances takes on publishing giant Penguin Random House and influencer Vivian Tu over her book "Rich AF." We break down Amanda's journey from Oklahoma academia to building a multi-million-dollar manifestation and money coaching empire with her signature "Rich As Fck" branding – including bold courses like "Building Your Mother Fcking Empire" and eye-catching bathtub money photos dating back to 2016. Discover how Penguin once reached out to publish her book in 2019, she turned them down, self-published a bestseller, and then accused them of ripping off her trade dress, title style, marketing visuals, and causing customer confusion when "Rich AF" hit pre-sales. From her impressive revenue stats (hitting $200K/month fast and $5M annually) to trademark claims, demand for injunctions, book recalls, and profit payouts – we read key parts of the filing and discuss if this was predatory publishing or clever competition. Did they settle quietly? Why is "Rich AF" still selling? Plus, thoughts on manifestation gurus, high-ticket coaching value, and building empires with engaged audiences. Messy money drama you don't want to miss!
 
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ROB IS RUNNING THE GAME! TRAITORS FINALE PREDICTIONS

In this Salty Chip recap, we dive deep into the latest episode of The Traitors as we head straight into the finale! Rob is the undisputed king—running the game like an OG, chilling while everyone else panics. Eric's recruitment as the new Traitor has him sweating bullets; he's struggling to hide his guilt, looking tense AF compared to Rob's relaxed vibe. Kristen is finally charging hard, calling out Eric's weird quietness and getting legit mad—could she be next on the murder list? We break down Dorinda's shocking murder (RIP to Rob's strong ally), Steven's last-minute banishment flip from Johnny/Tara heat, and why back-to-back Traitor banishments should have the Faithfuls questioning everything. Is Rob masterminding Eric's downfall to go solo? We predict Eric cracks under the pressure, Rob makes it to the end, and shocks the castle by winning it all alone. No one saw this masterclass coming—Rob's social game is elite, and he's ready for bigger things like Survivor! What do you think—will Rob pull off the solo Traitor victory?
 
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WILL SKY SURVIVE THE VALLEY? GRUDGES, NO APOLOGIES & CAST ISOLATION INCOMING!

The episode dives deep into Sky Askari's dramatic arc on The Valley: Persian Style, spotlighting her ultra-luxury Sky Askari jewelry line, explosive fallout with best friend Tanin over massive purchases and discounts, the infamous dog/skincare shade, and her snobby attitude toward living in the Valley. We break down the jaw-dropping prices (think $18K+ necklaces and $28K earrings!), question the made-to-order business model versus true high-end craftsmanship, compare it to Cartier-level pricing without the legacy brand power, and unpack her strained marriage to Bamshad amid constant complaints, bedroom separation, house-hunting pressure, and his silence during group confrontations. From Reza putting her in her place about her waitress past to the looming surprise lunch blowup with Tanin, we explore whether Sky's ego, grudges, and reality TV inexperience will lead to isolation or redemption. Is her jewelry empire a passion project, a divorce escape plan, or just elite flexing? We spill all the messy tea on her snobbery, friendship dynamics, and why reconciliation might be impossible this season.
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WHY TOMMY STILL REFUSES TO FILM WITH REZA

The Salty Chip Podcast dives deep into the explosive, long-running feud between Reza Farahan, Mercedes "MJ" Javid, and her ex-husband Tommy Feight that has spanned over six years—from the vicious blowouts on Shahs of Sunset that nearly ended the show, to shocking claims about abortions and cheating, a high-risk pregnancy where MJ almost died without Reza's support, Tommy's backyard vandalism rampage and death threats captured on camera, the resulting restraining order and jail time, dropped orders, partial reconciliations, and how it all plays out now on the new Bravo spinoff The Valley: Persian Style (premiered January 2026). We break down the toxic dynamics, MJ's growth in real estate under Mauricio Umansky, her patterns of surrounding herself with degrading people (including Tommy and her mom), Tommy's explosive temper, Reza and Adam's improved marriage, and why Tommy still refuses to film or hang with Reza's circle. Hear our unfiltered takes on the drama, maturity shifts among the cast (except Gigi!), and why MJ might finally thrive post-Tommy. This is messy Bravo history at its best—don't miss it!
 
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KYLE COOKE'S CHEATING TIMELINE EXPOSED – 10 YEARS OF BETRAYAL!

Dive into the shocking decade-long timeline of Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula's toxic rollercoaster on Summer House! From Season 1's explosive confession of cheating with multiple women (including his ex) right at the start, to blackout hookups, public makeouts, blind items, bar scandals in Charleston, fan sleepovers, and endless "blackout" excuses—Kyle's infidelity became the show's central storyline. We break down every major scandal year by year, Amanda's unwavering loyalty (she never cheated once!), her PTSD from years of betrayal, the questionable 2021 wedding that never should have happened, her smart decision against kids with him, and the final unraveling in Season 10 with new rumors, skinny-dipping vibes with Ben, and their January 2026 split. Is Loverboy headed for a messy division? Poor Amanda—she built the brand, stayed loyal, and finally walked away. This is the full messy history of one of Bravo's most chaotic couples—don't miss the tea!
 
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HANGING BY A THREAD: MEREDITH MARKS & SETH'S ROCKY MARRIAGE BREAKDOWN!

Join us as we dive deep into Meredith and Seth Marks' tumultuous marriage across all six seasons of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City! From their season 1 separation and reconciliation amid cheating rumors and Lisa Barlow's explosive hot mic moment, to season 2's united front against infidelity accusations, and the calmer waters of season 3. We break down season 4's 30-year milestone, the "Hanging by a Thread" podcast launch, and Meredith's postnup fears. Then, the drama ramps up in season 5 with Palm Springs arguments and more side chick rumors, leading to season 6's epic crash outs – including Brittany's TikTok claims, the infamous unreleased plane footage meltdown, Bronwyn's sighting of Seth with another woman, and Seth's shady reunion phone call dodging direct questions. We unpack the constant yo-yo of separations, reconciliations, work travel excuses, and persistent Columbus, Ohio allegations that keep fans questioning if Seth's been unfaithful their entire marriage. Is their relationship truly strengthening, or forever stuck in the gray? Plus, Seth's creepy NextGen comments and why this Bravo couple's ups and downs keep us hooked!
 
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LISA RINNA'S ICONIC TRAITORS RUN - FROM RHOBH LEGEND TO ICONIC TRAITOR!

Dive into Lisa Rinna's explosive run on The Traitors US Season 4 (premiered January 8, 2026)! The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills legend was secretly chosen as one of the original Traitors alongside Candace Dillard Bassett and Rob Cesternino, with Donna Kelce as the hidden fourth. We break down her strategic gameplay: forming a killer Traitor alliance, picking off big Survivor and Big Brother winners early, navigating the Dagger Six alliance drama, and that risky first-night vote to banish Porsha Williams to shake up the "housewives don't vote housewives" rule. Tensions boiled over with Colton Underwood calling her out, leading to her iconic "housewife mode" warning, and the savage Black Banquet mission in Episode 7 where she volunteered for a public murder using a cursed amulet – tricking Yian into touching it for a flawless elimination! But the heat intensified: fellow Traitor Rob turned on her at the Round Table to save himself, Candace's stray vote backfired, and Lisa got banished declaring herself the most iconic, legendary Traitor ever. We also unpack the post-episode fallout – her "stalker" comment about Colton's past restraining order sparking massive fan backlash, death threats, and her emotional Instagram clarification urging fans to chill because "it's just a game." Was Lisa the best Traitor performance since Phaedra Parks? Her cutthroat style, emotional exit tying back to her tough RHOBH exit, and why she was the perfect first major Traitor banishment. Iconic!
 
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ANGEL MASSIE'S EPIC DOWNFALL ON RHOP – WORST FIRST SEASON EVER?!

Dive into the ultimate breakdown of Angel Massie's disastrous first season on The Real Housewives of Potomac! From heavily edited social media photos that sparked major catfishing accusations to the infamous unauthorized invite of Jazzy on the group trip, Angel's blunders just kept piling up. Things escalated with her inauthentic delayed reactions, constant name-dropping of husband Bobby, and shocking past rumors that surfaced. But the real chaos hit during the Colorado cast trip turned nightmare: a rental with no running water for days, forcing the ladies to go without showers, shady booking decisions that left everyone miles away, getting lost for hours during a fly fishing outing that never happened, and ultimately Giselle stepping in to salvage the disaster by moving everyone to the Four Seasons. We unpack how this trip became one of the worst in RHOP history, the review-bombing of Angel's Wanderland Outdoors business, and why fans (and the cast) are calling this the most epic flop of a newbie season ever. Was it all self-induced? Production interference? Or just a total mismatch?
We discuss it all, including Gizelle's relentless shade and whether Angel can survive the reunion. Poor Angel – she did it to herself!
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TWO BRAVO HOUSEWIVES FRANCHISES ERASED FOREVER BY INSANE SCANDALS!

Dive into the dramatic downfall of two Real Housewives franchises that Bravo completely wiped from the map due to massive scandals! First, we unpack the infamous Real Housewives of DC, which lasted just ONE season after Michaele and Tareq Salahi boldly crashed President Obama's first White House State Dinner in 2009. Posing as invited guests, they breezed through security, snapped photos with Obama and top officials, then posted them online—sparking a national security breach, congressional testimony, and a federal investigation. Bravo couldn't handle the heat and axed the show for good, with the entire cast seemingly blacklisted from the Bravo universe.
 
Then, we break down The Real Housewives of Dallas, which ran for five seasons before getting canceled in 2021 amid a string of racism controversies. From LeeAnne Locken's derogatory remarks and firing, to tensions with Tiffany Moon—including pool-throwing incidents, cultural insensitivity at dim sum, Brandi Redmond's resurfaced racist video, and Kameron Westcott's comments—the franchise faced backlash during a heightened cultural moment post-George Floyd. Low viewership (the lowest in Housewives history), fractured cast dynamics, and therapy-level trauma led Bravo to pull the plug indefinitely. We discuss why Texas might never get another shot and the wild personal drama, like Michaele ditching Tareq for a Journey band member!
 
Perfect for fans of Bravo scandals, reality TV takedowns, and messy Housewives history.
 
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IS SUTTON BROWN BACK?! - WHY DID REALLY AVI & GARCELLE DROP HER!?!

The video dives deep into Sutton Stracke's emotional rollercoaster this season on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, exploring her journey from Sutton Stracke back to Sutton Brown as a powerful symbol of rebirth after her ex-husband's shocking church annulment that erased their marriage like it never existed. We break down how the annulment rocked her world, even years post-divorce, and unpack her traumatic family history—including her father's tragic suicide on Christmas, her cold therapist mother Reba who refuses to say "I love you," and how these wounds turned the once-fun, charismatic girl into an angry, explosive version that drove people away, including her ex-husband Christian.
We discuss her possible binge drinking habits (vodka in coffee jokes, anyone?), her efforts to cut back this season, and whether that's helping curb those infamous "crash outs." Plus, the burning questions: What REALLY happened with assistant Avi ghosting her? Was it a blowup, money issues, or just him wanting his own life? Why has she stayed so tight-lipped? And with friends like Garcelle, Kyle, and now even Jennifer Tilly seeming fed up, can Sutton truly transform into the sweeter, more peaceful Sutton Brown she wants to be—rising like a phoenix—or is another meltdown brewing?
We also speculate on Christian's motives (new girlfriend and remarriage in the church?), why the annulment timing feels so brutal after the kids are grown, and if Sutton's taking bad advice from her mom will backfire. Is this her second lease on life or just more drama ahead?
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