Rob Has a Book, with Rob Cesternino

Hey y'all! Candiace and Michael are taking a much deserved break this week. But they'll be back soon with all the regular pop culture gossip, reality TV realness and some shade for all your favorites, because who doesn't love a little shade just in time for summer?In the meantime, feel free to catch up on some episodes you might've missed — they're all classics — or check out our YouTube shorts for a quick does of your favorite podcast.Please LIKE Undomesticated on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your audio podcasts, and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel! See you soon!

This week on Undomesticated, Candiace and Michael discuss running into Summer House stars Ciara Miller and Mia Calabrese and share their thoughts on the reunion aftermath. They then touch on the Kennedy Center reclaiming its original name after decades, Dr. Cheyenne Bryant's recent sit-down with Touré to discuss her ongoing credentials controversy, and the news that producers are bringing back on-the-street confessionals for The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Plus, another unfiltered round of "Nobody Asked Me, But…" Leave us your thoughts and don't forget to follow, subscribe, and rate Undomesticated wherever you listen. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Las Culturistas Awards 09:33 – No more water on the nightstand 13:08 – Summer House reunion was cinema 20:44 – We need more Black friendship on reality TV 31:53 – "Donald Trump" has left the building 38:20 – Round 1: Twitter vs Threads 40:57 – Round 2: Touré vs Cheyenne Bryant, B.A. 43:05 – Round 3: Michael vs Touré 48:05 – Unhappy Pride Month, Shamea 52:56 – Where's the real Amanda Batula? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Undomesticated, Candiace is flying solo, and she welcomes her good friend Preston Mitchum to the podcast. The writer, attorney and Summer House: Martha's Vineyard alum breaks down his Essence op-ed on the state of Black reality TV. Candiace and Preston hold nothing back, talking about everything from "the silent pause," to the lack of divestment in Black shows, and the importance of having a producer you can trust on set. "Plus, Nobody Asked Me, But…" is back with some shade for armchair lawyers, and some love for the young Black folks taking over reality TV. Grab some wine and enjoy the discourse. There are no sour grapes over here! Subscribe, rate, and follow Undomesticated for more pop culture, reality TV, and unfiltered conversation. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – The state of Black reality TV 06:45 – Preston Mitchum's Essence op-ed 09:23 – Martha's Vineyard's "Silent Pause" 20:48 – The marketing money for Black shows 28:43 – Producers you can trust 33:21 – Budgets are moral documents 39:40 – Black people popularized reality TV 52:20 – You're not a lawyer! 57:30 – Our reality TV kids will be alright To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Undomesticated, Candiace opens up about her husband Chris Bassett’s recent hospital visit. The conversation then shifts to the latest episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, where K. Michelle accused her castmates of conspiring against her—sparking a Twitter back and forth with Porsha Williams. Candiace and Michael also dive into the Dr. Cheyenne Bryant credentials controversy, as the self-proclaimed "doctor" refuses to provide proof of her doctorate from the now-defunct Argosy University, claiming “my obedience is to God, not to people.” The hosts discuss the implications for licensed mental health professionals and the dangers of unverified expertise. Plus, “Nobody Asked Me, But…” returns with takes on the closure of a hit Broadway musical and Ms. Lauryn Hill’s missing sophomore album. Leave us your thoughts and don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and rate Undomesticated wherever you listen. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Candiace X Tamar 05:58 – Kidney stones are ghetto 12:03 – K. Michelle is crying 24:11 – Dr. Pepper Bryant 38:23 – The Misinformation of Lauryn Hill 41:10 – The Death of Death Becomes Her To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Undomesticated, Candiace shares how she spent Mother's Day while Michael opens up about disassociating from the holiday. The two then discuss the latest episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta and touch on the chaos at Rolling Loud festival. Then, Candiace and Michael welcome special guest Rob Cesternino, host of Rob Has a Podcast and alum of Survivor and The Traitors, to discuss his new book The Tribe and I Have Spoken: The Definitive (Unofficial) Lore and Legacy from the Game's Smartest Surviving Loser. Rob shares behind-the-scenes stories from his reality TV career, the evolution of Survivor strategy, and what it was like competing on The Traitors. Plus, the usual unfiltered takes and more. Leave us your thoughts and don't forget to follow, subscribe, and rate Undomesticated wherever you listen. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Mother's Day recap 08:55 – Candiace finally watched RHOA 24:42 – Rob Cesternino has a book 30:20 – Boston Rob 34:50 – Never talk about Jeff Probst 46:27 – Rob is all about the fans 52:35 – Survivor 50 55:52 – The Conga Line 01:01:08 – Game strategy 01:05:52 – The Traitors group chat 01:08:18 – The Tribe or The Turret To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Undomesticated, Candiace discusses her recent performance in Dennis Williams' I've Cried the Blues, while Michael shares updates on working on new fiction. The two then turn to the Met Gala happening amid ongoing political upheaval, including the gutting of the Voting Rights Act, questioning the optics of celebrity excess during such a fraught moment. Candiace and Michael also discuss Andy Cohen's revealing comments about NeNe Leakes' return to The Real Housewives of Atlanta and what it signals about their complicated history. Plus, a requiem for Spirit Airlines as the budget carrier officially ceases operations. And as always, "Nobody Asked Me, But…" returns with more unfiltered takes. Leave us your thoughts and don't forget to follow, subscribe, and rate Undomesticated wherever you listen. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Candiace's Broadway scare 07:07 – The listeners are coming through! 10:19 – The Met Gala 22:31 – NeNe Leakes back on Bravo? 37:01 – The Spirit NOT in the sky 41:14 – Airport lounges are overrated 49:57 – Don't abandon Black cities over politics 52:12 – Bravo, bring back Black shows To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Undomesticated, Candiace shares details about her participation in a reimagined theater production of Neil Simon's Rumors alongside fellow Housewives Eileen Davidson, Eva Marcille, and Jessel Taank. Candiace and Michael then turn the conversation to Megan Thee Stallion's breakup with Klay Thompson over alleged cheating—plus the WNBA star who got dragged into the drama and had to deny involvement – and why so many men continue to pile on Meg. They discuss the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner that led to President Trump's evacuation, the suspect's manifesto, and why the hosts understand the growing "staged" theories. The episode also covers Bravo's first-ever reunion leak investigation after Summer House audio went viral, leading to a production staffer getting fired, and the internet's shock over photos of The Valley's Michelle Saniei holding hands with Dr. Dre at Nobu. Plus, "Nobody Asked Me But..." returns with new takes. Leave us your thoughts, and don't forget to follow, subscribe, and rate Undomesticated wherever you listen. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Candiace does Broadway… allegedly 09:08 – Caresha's new song 14:44 – What idiot cheats on Meg Thee Stallion? 29:19 – The Summer House leak 38:39 – Where is Dr. Dre hanging out? 45:17 – The attempt on Trump 01:01:16 – Chris Brown is complaining 01:06:39 – Netflix, just chill To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of domestic violence and suicide some viewers might find disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised. This week on Undomesticated, Candiace and Michael discuss musician Teddy Campbell filing for divorce from gospel singer Tina Campbell of Mary Mary after 25 years of marriage—a split that comes more than a decade after their highly publicized infidelity scandal. They then turn to "Summer House" star Ciara Miller's revealing Glamour interview, where she opens up about Amanda Batula and West Wilson's betrayal, establishing boundaries that were broken, and why she's done protecting people who don't protect her. The episode takes a serious turn as they address the tragic murder-suicide of Dr. Cerina Fairfax by her husband, former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax, and the disturbing rise of Black femicide—with eight Black women killed by intimate partners in April alone. Plus, "Nobody Asked Me, But..." returns with more unfiltered takes. Leave us your thoughts and don't forget to follow, subscribe, and rate Undomesticated wherever you listen. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Jett is in the building 05:35 – They're divorcing Mean Mary 18:19 – Ciara Miller speaks out 33:13 – The Cerina Fairfax tragedy 54:48 – Give back Madonna's stuff! 56:23 – WTF is a "cloud bob"? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Undomesticated, Candiace and Michael discuss how Michael celebrated his recent birthday and where Candiace shot the video for the “she-mix” of her single “If Only…” with Tamar Braxton. Then, they turn to Justin Bieber and Natalie Nunn’s performances at Coachella, a disappointing part one of the “Baddies” reunion, and a hilarious second episode of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” Plus, more on Russell Simmons taking claim for the success of his ex-wife Kimora Lee, and the latest round of “Nobody Asked Me, But…” Leave us your thoughts and don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and rate Undomesticated wherever you listen. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – The Usher-Chris Brown Tour 10:36 – Natalie Nunn rocks Coachella 15:53 – Everybody was drunk at the Baddies reunion 18:03 – RHOA is good! 37:43 – Russell Simmons is in the comments 47:17 – Give Tamar her flowers 49:37 – Anything for Selena 53:50 – President Jesus Christ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Undomesticated, Candiace and Michael dive into the Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 17 premiere featuring new housewives K. Michelle and Pinky Cole, plus Porsha’s “Mystic Island” party drama. They then dissect the Summer House scandal that’s rocking Bravo — Amanda Batula dating her best friend Ciara Miller’s ex West Wilson — and how the controversy highlights the unique scrutiny Black women face in majority-white reality TV spaces. The conversation shifts to TLC’s Chilli facing backlash over Trump donations and MAGA ties, raising the question: do Black women celebrities face harsher consequences than Black men for supporting Trump? Plus the latest “Nobody Asked Me But…” and more. Leave us your thoughts and don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and rate Undomesticated wherever you listen. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Candiace faces the Gen-Z stare at The Snappys 10:55 – Happy Birthday, Michael! 12:47 – The RHOA premiere 18:47 – Michael is a RHORI fan 22:34 – Candiace is going back to school 26:51 – Summer House's Black Girl mess 44:00 – Chilli's Trump scandal 01:03:10 – Chappell Roan, sit down 01:06:30 – Gang, we watching the Michael Jackson movie? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices