92. Exclusive Tea on a Grammy Winner; RHOA Cast Shakeup; Miami Meets Mexico

We've got two different sets of breaking news this week. We start out with the story about Ryan Boyajian, fiance to Jen Armstrong of the Real Housewives of Orange County. He has been named as an associate to the bookie in the gambling and theft case of Shohei Ohtani, the LA Dodger, and his interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, who has been accused of stealing more than $16 million from Ohtani and wiring the money for his gambling to Ryan Boyajian. What did Tamra Judge say about this? You'll hear it here. Jersey is leaving us feeling a little dirty, now that we know about what's been going on behind the scenes (allegedly) with members of the RHONJ cast paying and giving gifts to fan accounts in return for the fan accounts trashing their cast rivals. Vanderpump Rules' season finale felt a little like a series finale. But we know it's not - the ratings are just too good to end the show. Did production give Sandoval a redemption arc? We have differing opinions. What should Lala do next? And, as we're discussing a poll that B put up on @bravoandcocktails_ , we get some breaking news from Dorit and PK.  This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol. Mother's Day is coming up and a subscription to Nutrafol makes a great gift. Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and use promo code GOSSIP. 

What happened to episode 103? And today, we had a whole different WTF... Michelle and Jesse from the Valley have both gone public with new love interests. We've got a lot of info on Jesse's new gf – and she has a fascinating back story that we get into. We disagree about Jax's real motivations for telling Brittany he doesn't want a child, but we agree that everyone's scapegoating on Kristen and she's getting all the blame for something most of the folks on The Valley are doing too. Did you guys catch the weird two refrigerator thing in Kristen's apartment? Ariana is playing chess and Brock is playing checkers - more on what greyrocking is. VPR is pausing production this summer - here's why (according to our sources) and who is spiraling?   Today's episode of Cocktails and Gossip is brought to you by Lolavie. Unlock Jennifer Aniston-approved hair at lolavie.com. Cocktailers get 15% off their entire order with code GOSSIP. 

Monday was one of the wildest days in the Bravoverse that we can remember. Firings, divorce news, pregnancy announcements. Is Nneka actually not coming back to Potomac? B has an Atlanta casting update. The Valley is sending us. We love it. Kristen is an empath? Lol. We have the tea on who the rumored director that Michelle Lally was hanging out with. We have a lot more info on Raquel Chevremont, the new RHONY Reboot cast member. And of course, Cocktailers knew there was trouble in paradise for Alexia and Todd's marriage. Is it really all that shocking that he filed for divorce? Or could that have been a strategic move? James and Ally have an emotional chat - we've got a unique viewpoint about that chat. And would anyone, even Schwartz buy a house with Tom Sandoval? B's got a prediction about Scheana and Brock's marriage...   This week's episode of Cocktails and Gossip is brought to you by our sponsors, Lolavie and Nutrafol -Get 15% off your entire order at Lolavie.com with code GOSSIP - we are LOVING Lolavie! -Mother's Day is coming up! A subscription to Nutrafol is a great gift. Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and use the promo code, GOSSIP.   

Larry from @Bravobygays on Instagram and the Bravo by Gays podcast is here! We get INTO it about Vanderpump Rules - starting with Jo. We read the transcript of her interview on Rachel's Gone Rogue - is she a victim of Tom Shwartz's gaslighting? Were they actually dating last summer? Larry's thoughts on the Katie/Tori/Schwartz love triangle. What is actually going on with this Lala/Ariana feud? We have theories. What show does Larry think is Must-See-TV? Thoughts on Jax and Brittany - are they broken up for good? Summer House: We discuss Danielle and Paige; Why we think Paige is setting a great example for people (not just women) in relationships everywhere; Our real opinions on the Summer House newbies; What's going on with Kyle and Amanda?  

We're getting tips and seeing video that Jax already has one foot out of his marriage. A complete 180 from where he was a year ago? On the Valley, Kristen drops a bomb about another castmate, but then seems shocked at the backlash. We have some thoughts and observations about VPR that we're not seeing anywhere else. What is B's beef with Tom Schwartz about? And, in honor of our 100th episode, we answer Cocktailer questions. We answer Cocktailer questions, such as: What's the craziest DM you have gotten? How did the account start? What is our favorite part of doing the podcast? THANK YOU Cocktailers for coming on this podcast journey with us! We wouldn't be here without you. Cheers to you!   This episode of Cocktails and Gossip is brought to you by AG1. Try AG1 by going to drinkAG1.com/gossip and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. 

Another wild week in March. How much more can we take? Monday's news about P Diddy's homes being raided by Homeland Security and his sons being cuffed, while he was allegedly flying around the islands on a private jet. Real Housewives of Potomac has us talking - the finale was definitely worth watching. There's a physical fight at the GNA party. And Mia and Gordon are getting divorced: Mia's been having an affair, and she and Gordon aren't sure whether their son is Gordon's or Mia's on-and-off affair partner. So this is going to be *quite* the reunion. We have an interesting theory on what might actually be behind Simon Guobadia's recent call to the police. Miami filming is delayed - we've got some thoughts on why. Why are we finding out so much more about Kyle and Mauricio's separation on Buying Beverly Hills? Last but not least, congrats to Ariana from VPR on the purchase of her new house. A quick update on where things stand with her house battle with Tom.    This week's episode of Cocktails and Gossip is brought to you by our sponsors: - Get 20% off your entire order at Honeylove! Go to honeylove.com/GOSSIP for bras so comfortable you'll forget you're wearing them.  - Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair with Nutrafol - get your first month's subscription for $10 off and free shipping at Nutrafol.com/GOSSIP - Get 15% off your first OneSkin purchase using the code GOSSIP when you checkout at oneskin.co - Head to factormeals.com/gossip50 and use code gossip50 to get 50% off.   

Cocktailers won't be surprised to hear Marcus and Larsa are broken up (AGAIN). We've got some exclusive tea from a source on why. And – why can't Larsa just show some vulnerability for once? Watching Summer House, we're seeing the precursors to Carl and Lindsay's breakup. Cocktailers are seeing it play out much like the tea we shared - but we can't help but wonder, did Lindsay ever see the writing on the wall? Or was she so focused on winning each argument and on the wedding that she couldn't see what literally every other housemate saw regarding her relationship? And we've got a Cocktail Party exclusive on where Carl's head was at during the end of the summer when he approached Lindsay about the breakup. And last but not least, we both loved The Valley premiere and are hooked. Turns out one of the couples hasn't just broken up, but one of the new stars of the show has already moved on to a new relationship.  * Note * This podcast was recorded before the news of Princess Kate's cancer broke on 3/22/24, and we discussed theories regarding her whereabouts, so we have removed that section of the podcast.  If you haven't joined Cocktail Party yet, run to bravoandcocktails.com/join to join the party and get your first month for only $5 when you use code MARFLASH24. You get access to all the tea, our Discord, the bonus pod each week, and a monthly Zoom with all of us - plus so much more. Offer ends March 30.

Trishelle Cannatella from Traitors is here! We could have talked to her all day. She fills us in on her trip to NYC: WWHL and watching/meeting Ariana at Chicago on Broadway. Of course we have all the questions about Traitors - behind the scenes, her real thoughts on the cast, and her game strategy. We discuss five different theories on what's really happening with Princess Kate, and Trishelle weights in. Porsha and Simon's divorce keeps getting weirder - we share some exclusive tea.   This episode of Cocktails and Gossip is brought to you by our sponsors:  -AG1: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/gossip  -Nutrafol: Find out why over 4,500 healthcare professionals and hair stylists recommend Nutrafol for healthier hair. Get $10 and free shipping on your order at nutrafol.com when you use promo code GOSSIP  -Mood: Go to hellomood.com and use promo code GOSSIP23 for 20% off your order and a FREE THCa pre-roll  

Brittany and Jax are separated. Here's why we don't think it's just a PR ploy to support their upcoming VPR spin-off, The Valley. Jax blames "communication issues", but of course we have some tea on what we're hearing could actually be the cause of the split. Did Luann bag herself a french billionaire? Erin Lichy's Hamptons home is renting for how much per month this summer? Summer House: We're watching the demise of Lindsay and Carl's relationship, and we've gotta say, Carl is being vindicated so far. Is Kyle an island among the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills cast? And is that why Kathy is at the reunion? The Real Housewives of New Jersey Trailer is out - and despite what we know about the divided cast, it looks like we're in for a good season.    This week's episode is brought to you by Lolavie. Unlock Jennifer Aniston – approved hair at lolavie.com/gossip and use code GOSSIP for 15% off. After you purchase, they’ll ask where you heard about them, so please support our show and tell them that we sent you.

Have things ever been this chaotic in the Bravoverse? Lawsuits. Multiple Breakups. Mortal enemies joining forces. There's so much to talk about. Rachel Leviss files a revenge porn lawsuit against Tom and Ariana. Then Jax and Brittany announce their separation - we have exclusive tea. Porsha files for divorce against her husband of one year, Simon Guobadia. B did a deep dive on his history of brushes with the law - let's just say there's a lot there. House of Villains theory. Teresa and Kim D have reunited and brokered peace - we've got thoughts on what could be going on behind the scenes. Leah McSweeney sues Bravo and also throws out some pretty crazy allegations. And the Wendy Williams documentary is causing a lot of talk. It's heartbreaking. Our thoughts are with her and we hope this documentary sheds light on her plight.    Have you joined Cocktail Party? For $7.50 per month (aka the cost of a Starbucks), you get access to the HOTTEST tea on Bravoandcocktails, the podcast ad-free, a bonus podcast every wednesday, access to our Discord server where we can all chat real-time on breaking news, and the opportunity to join B and Amanda on our monthly Zoom call - where we all chat, laugh, and raise a glass of whatever we're drinking together. And - new Cocktailers can read all of the past tea too. Don't miss out on the fun - join Cocktail Party by going to bravoandcocktails.com/join