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Reality with The King

by The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts · English · Film & TV

New episodes: Several times a day
Typical length: 57 min
Latest: 7 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026 · 28 minNew

SHEIN WHAT YOU MEAN?! | RHONY Recap

BayBeee, the RHONY girls are on island time — but the SHADE never took a vacation! Carlos King is breaking down a messy trip that has everything from Sai learning her husband officially filed for divorce to Erin confronting Jessel over that alleged “insurance thing.” Plus, Carlos has some WORDS for Erin and Daisy after their hot-mic comments about Erika’s island getaway, Jessel gets read for her “SHEIN personality,” and Erika proves she can hold her own with these ladies! But the biggest question of the night: what exactly does Erin know about Jessel that…

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7 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 8 minNew

POP NEWS: SAVANNAH’S FIRST-CLASS DRAMA, Da’VINCHI’S BACKLASH & EBONI CLOCKS TODD!

BayBeee, the POP NEWS is POPPIN’! Carlos King is joined by Dustin Ross, Claudia Jordan and special guest Dominique Morgan for a HOT conversation on the stories taking over the timeline. First, is Savannah James wrong for flying first class while her bestie sits in business — or are people way too comfortable spending somebody else’s money?! Then, the crew dives into the backlash surrounding actor Da’Vinchi’s controversial comments about Americans, work ethic and the Black diaspora. And chile, Eboni K. Williams has entered the Kandi and Todd chat! The panel…
6 Oct 2026 · 56 minNew

KIM-BAYA or NAH?! | LAMH Recap with Claudia, Dustin and Dominique Morgen

BayBeee, Reigndrops you’re in for a treat today! Carlos King is joined by Claudia Jordan, Dustin Ross and Dominique Morgan to get ALL the way into the latest episode of Love & Marriage: Huntsville ! Sylvia has the Reigndrops clutching their pearls after calling Marsau her “person,” Kimmi and Nell finally make peace, and the panel debates who is REALLY sitting on the Huntsville throne. But chile… ARIONNE! After years of mess, accusations and online smoke, Arionne finally sits down with Tisha and Kimmi—and somehow leaves the conversation feeling more empowered…
6 Oct 2026 · 57 minNew

FINALE-LY OUTTA BLUESTONE! | RHUGT Recap with Dustin Ross

The Ultimate Girls Trip has officially come to an end! Carlos King and Dustin Ross break down the season finale, from Porsha and Luann’s final hilarious face-off to Dorinda laying down the law at Bluestone Manor. Plus, they get into Gizelle’s finale fashion, the highs and lows of the season, and what they would’ve changed to make this ultimate trip even MORE ultimate. Reigndrops, who left the gate open?! Tune in now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 11 minNew

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Dwight Eubanks – The REAL Story Behind RHOA, NeNe & She by Shereé!

Carlos King reunites with one of the original architects of The Real Housewives of Atlanta , the fabulous Dwight Eubanks! Dwight takes Carlos all the way back to the beginning of RHOA, revealing untold stories about his friendship and fallout with NeNe Leakes, the infamous $10,000 drama, what REALLY went down behind the scenes of She by Shereé’s fashion show and his thoughts on how Housewives has changed over the years. Dwight also gets deeply personal about love, sexuality, relationships and his ongoing battle with prostate cancer, while opening up about the losses that changed…
2 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

“How Low can you Dubrow?” | RHOC RECAP with Alexis Janssen

Reigndrops, Alexis Janssen is officially IN the episode — and chile, she barely made it past the step-and-repeat before the drama found her! Carlos King and Alexis break down the latest RHOC , from Vicki and Tamra’s reunion first-chair status and Emily’s tension with Shane to the moment everybody is talking about: did Alexis really give Heather a dirty look?! Alexis takes us behind the scenes of Tamra’s party, reveals why she almost didn’t show up at all, and gets candid about her heated exchange with Heather, Shannon still talking about John, and why she feels…
2 Oct 2026 · 1 hr

Tooth Be Told! | RHOSLC Recap with Monica Garcia

Reigndrops, things are getting NASTY in Salt Lake City! Carlos King and Monica Garcia are breaking down the latest RHOSLC, and chile… we need to talk about that TOOTHBRUSH! Ashley owns up to her truly diabolical revenge story, Angie tries to turn it into a moment—and Carlos and Monica have some thoughts on whether it completely FLOPPED. Plus, Angie opens up about trouble in her marriage, Ashley gets her official baptism by fire with the ladies, and Carlos reveals why he’s getting concerned about Angie becoming a caricature of herself. Tooth be told, these snowflakes are…
30 Sep 2026 · 37 min

ERIN APPLE-LUTLY GAGGED HAILEY | RHONY Recap

Reigndrops, the RHONY ladies are serving SHADE, scandal and some serious New York MONEY! Carlos King is breaking down Erin completely gagging Hailey over her controversial past, whether the punishment fit the crime, and why these two may have finally called a truce. Plus, Sai reveals the heartbreaking truth about her marriage—and Carlos is GAGGED by that $25K-a-month rent! From Martha Stewart casually flexing her rich-girl lifestyle to a gala dripping in millions, is RHONY officially giving Beverly Hills a run for its money? Carlos gets into it ALL! Tune in now! See…
30 Sep 2026 · 53 min

LUANN-TIC BEHAVIOR! | RHUGT Recap with Dustin Ross

Reigndrops, Luann wants the MIDDLE—and BayBEE, she will fight for it! Carlos King and Dustin Ross are back to break down the latest Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip , where the Countess is running New York like her own personal cabaret. From Luann and Porsha going toe-to-toe over the group photo drama to Kyle getting hypnotized and Luann literally LEVITATING, chile… what kind of trip is this?! Plus, Carlos and Dustin debate whether this is peak Porsha, why Teresa is showing a different side of herself, and how Luann became one of the unexpected stars of the season. The ladies…
29 Sep 2026 · 59 min

ARI-ONNE THE WRONG FOOT | LAMH Recap with Claudia, Dustin & Blue

Reigndrops, Arionne is officially off the sidelines and Huntsville is TALKING! Carlos King is joined by Claudia Jordan, Dustin Ross and Blue Telusma to break down the latest Love & Marriage: Huntsville , including Tisha and Marsau’s first impressions of Arionne and whether Tisha should really give her a chance. Plus, the crew gets into Arionne and Martell’s messy history, the “mistress to main” conversation and why some wounds may be WAY too deep for everybody to just play nice. BayBEE, the starting lineup in Huntsville just got a whole lot messier! See…
29 Sep 2026 · 15 min

TS MADISON & LAW ROACH WANT A PEACH! | RHOA News with Claudia, Dustin & Blue

Reigndrops, could TS Madison and Law Roach be the next faces shaking up The Real Housewives of Atlanta ?! Carlos King is joined by Dustin Ross, Claudia Jordan and Blue Telusma to break down TS saying what RHOA is missing is HER—and Law making it known that he wants a peach too! The crew gets into whether these two larger-than-life personalities have what it takes to join the Atlanta ladies, what they could bring to the franchise, and whether RHOA is ready to switch up the Housewives formula. PLUS, Dustin drops a little exclusive tea about the cast! BayBEE, imagine TS and Law holding…
25 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

VICKI, ORANGE YOU EXPIRED? | RHOC Recap with Alexis Janssen

Reigndrops, the OC is getting HOT! Carlos King and Alexis Janssen are breaking down another messy episode of The Real Housewives of Orange County, and chile… Vicki Gunvalson is in the HOT SEAT! After Carmella confronts the OG over her comments about Danny “raising” her kids, Carlos questions Vicki’s lack of accountability and whether her RHOC expiration date has officially arrived. Plus, they unpack Tamra’s emotional family moments, her complicated relationship with Ryan, the heartbreaking update on Sydney, and the drama between Vicki, Jenn and Emily. BayBEE,…
25 Sep 2026 · 57 min

EXCLUSIVE | KHADIJAH HAQQ BREAKS HER SILENCE ON DIVORCE!, YRIS PALMER FIRES BACK + Khloé Kardashian EP Role

Carlos King is sitting down with THE GIRLS! Khadijah Haqq and Yris Palmer join Carlos for their first interview since Hulu’s hit series The Girls aired — and they’re giving the context we didn’t get to see on screen! Yris gets real about her reality TV debut, the backlash from viewers and where things REALLY stand with Natalie, while Khadijah opens up about the end of her 13-year marriage, navigating divorce and fighting to build a new life for herself and her children. Plus, the ladies spill on the now-DRY group chat! The Girls have entered the King’s court…
24 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

SKI YOU IN HELL! | RHOSLC Recap with Monica Garcia

Reigndrops, Moni-Carlo are back to break down Episode 2 of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City —and chile, Monica came with NOTES! From newbie Ashley entering the group and her surprising history with Lisa Barlow, to Whitney Rose’s apology tour and Meredith Marks saying “I’m DONE,” nothing is off limits. Plus, Carlos and Monica question what’s going on with Angie K., clock Bronwyn’s strategy, and debate whether this group is stuck fighting the same old battles. Is it officially time for an RHOSLC cast shakeup? Grab your snowflake, BayBEE, because…
24 Sep 2026 · 36 min

ARI-ONNE THIN ICE! | LAMH Recap with Claudia, Dustin and Blue

Reigndrops, Huntsville is HUNTSVILLING! Carlos King is joined by Claudia Jordan, Dustin Ross and Blue Telusma to break down a MESSY Episode 2 of Love & Marriage: Huntsville ! BayBEE, Arionne has officially entered the group—and chile, she came in HOT! The crew gets into her tense introduction to the cast, Martell’s questionable handling of the whole situation, and why he couldn’t even call his woman his best friend! PLUS, Carlos gets personal while unpacking Maurice and Monster’s emotional father-son dynamic. From tough love to side-chick smoke, nothing is off limits.…
23 Sep 2026 · 35 min

Oh My Gosselin! | RHONY Recap

Reigndrops, RHONY is getting MESSY! Carlos King breaks down Hailey’s eyebrow-raising John Gosselin history, Daisy’s marriage drama, and Jessel’s arsenal of reads — but chile, were they giving SHADE or REHEARSAL?! Then Erin’s Passover dinner goes left when a jar of jam sparks a brutal dig at Hailey. The reads are rehearsed, the marriages are questionable, and the ladies are finally bringing the MESS! Tune in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Sep 2026 · 44 min

PORSH-A-LATE | RHUGT Recap with Dustin Ross

Reigndrops, Miami is in the building and the tea is HOT! Carlos King and Dustin Ross are back to recap Sunday’s Ultimate Girls Trip , and chile… Alexia saying Todd “never really left” which has Carlos and Dustin wondering happened really behind the scenes with RHOM? ! Plus, Larsa and Lisa are fighting, Carlos and Dustin make a pact to give Melissa Gorga a clean slate, and Teresa gets emotional reflecting on just how far she’s come. A Mob Wives moment in NYC, Porsha keeps everybody waiting, and the shade gets THICK! BayBEE, this Girls Trip has Carlos and Dustin…
22 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 25 min

NICK CANNON'S 12 KIDS, TODD’S DRAMA & MORE! | Reality News with Claudia, Dustin and Blue

Reigndrops, chile… the boys are ACTIN’ UP! Carlos King is joined by Dustin Ross, Claudia Jordan and Blue Telusma to break down the latest reality and pop culture mess...and BayBEE, they have THOUGHTS! From Nick Cannon’s never-ending baby mama drama to Todd Tucker keeping everybody talking about his marriage to Kandi Burruss, no man is safe at this table. Plus, the crew gets into D. Smith’s headline-making announcement, Shamea Morton and MORE! Chile, the group chat is officially in session, the opinions are UNFILTERED and the shade is flying. Tune in now! See…
22 Sep 2026 · 26 min

TAYLOR FRANKIE PAUL SHOCKER | SLOMW News with Kate Casey

Reigndrops, Taylor Frankie Paul says she’s walking away from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives... but did she really quit? Carlos King and Kate Casey are breaking down Taylor’s explosive exit statement and discussing whether she chose to leave or was forced out! From her failed court-ordered drug test to the blame she places on her castmates, they’re unpacking the red flags, lack of accountability, and why Taylor may have become too big of a liability for the show. Can Mormon Wives survive without its biggest star? Tune in now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
21 Sep 2026 · 36 min

Kandi’s Bedroom Tea by Todd Spilled with Dustin Ross, Claudia Jordan and Mandii B

BayBEE!! Todd Tucker just dropped a BOMBSHELL about his marriage to Kandi Burruss — revealing they had THREESOMES for “most” of their marriage! Your faves Carlos King, Claudia Jordan, Dustin Ross and Mandii B break down Todd spilling the bedroom tea, Kandi’s fiery response, and whether Todd is simply telling his story… or taking their post-divorce battle to a whole new level. BABY, the gloves — and apparently everything else — are OFF! Tune in now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Sep 2026 · 58 min

VICKI'S HOUSE OF HORROR | RHOC Recap with Alexis Janssen

Things get SCARY in the OC! Carlos King and Alexis Janssen are back to break down the latest RHOC, and Vicki’s house of horror has everyone talking! From Jen and Emily fleeing Vicki’s house to the surprising vulnerability that has Carlos seeing the OG in a whole new light, they unpack it ALL. Plus, Carlos and Alexis react to Carmela and Danny officially calling it quits, question whether Gina and Travis are really ready for marriage, and debate which OC couples still have that spark. Grab your orange — this recap gets MESSY! Tune in now! See omnystudio.com/listener for…
18 Sep 2026 · 57 min

Snow place like Salt Lake! | RHOSLC Recap with Monica Garcia

The snowflakes are BACK, and Salt Lake City is already bringing the heat! Carlos reunites with Monica Garcia to break down the emotional RHOSLC season premiere, from Mary Cosby’s heartbreaking journey and why Monica thinks she deserved the center snowflake to Lisa and John Barlow’s surprising marriage confession. PLUS, Bronwyn is single and dating (around), Whitney is trying to make amends, and Heather debuts her new man! It’s a premiere full of snowflakes, shade and plenty of opinions as Moni-Carlo officially returns! Tune in now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
17 Sep 2026 · 41 min

BLOGGED BY BARLOW! | RHUGT Recap with Dustin Ross

Reigndrops!! Carlos King and Dustin Ross are back to recap another MESSY episode of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip! Gizelle Bryant puts Lisa Barlow on blast over those blog allegations, leaving Lisa in tears and Teresa Giudice ready to defend her new bestie. Meanwhile, Porsha Williams checks Vicki Gunvalson over her Atlanta exit, Luann de Lesseps gets a little too turnt, and the Miami ladies leave Carlos and Dustin wanting MORE. Plus, the guys debate whether Lisa is getting the Teresa treatment and who REALLY deserves the crown as the face of Salt Lake City. Reigndrops, let’s…
17 Sep 2026 · 37 min

JFK: Jessel F*cks Around & Finds Out

BayBEE Carlos is LOVING this new season of RHONY and hear he talks about all the drama surrounding Jessel putting her foot in her mouth over JFK Jr and Carolyn Bassette while Carol is watching in horro! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

Holt On Martell: LAMH Premiere Recap with Dustin Ross & Mandii B

The wait is OVER! Carlos King, Dustin Ross and Mandii B are breaking down the explosive Love & Marriage: Huntsville Season 12 premiere — and Arianne Curry is officially ARI-ON THE SHOW! After years of being talked about but never seen, Martell Holt’s girlfriend and the mother of his son finally steps in front of the cameras, and the crew has PLENTY to say about their relationship. Plus, the Scotts lose Whitehall, Destiny and Kimmi go head-to-head, and Martell has everybody questioning what’s really going on with him and Destiny. Huntsville is back, and the mess has only…
15 Sep 2026 · 47 min

NENE SAYS RH-OH, NO! with Dustin Ross & Mandii B

Atlanta is HOT, and Carlos King is joined by Dustin Ross and Mandii B to break down all the tea! Todd Tucker has the streets talking after dropping a jaw-dropping look at his post-divorce project — and yes, Kandi, threesomes and cheating rumors are ALL on the table. Plus, NeNe Leakes reveals why she may never hold a full-time peach again, and the crew reacts to the explosive new Real Housewives of Potomac trailer. It’s messy, it’s unfiltered, and the King is getting into ALL of it! Tune in now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 5 min

Vicki goes LA QUINTA-CRAZY! | RHOC Recap with Alexis Janssen

Reigndrops!! La Quinta has officially gone LOCO! Carlos King and Alexis Janssen are back to break down what Carlos calls the best RHOC episode of the season . From Gina and Tamra stirring the pot over Heather and Carmella, to Emily refusing to back down, it all leads to Vicki Gunvalson reaching her breaking point and telling the ladies to GET OUT of her house! Plus, Carlos and Alexis unpack that creepy, horror-movie ending and the questions surrounding Vicki and Michael. The OG of the OC is activated — and nobody is safe! Tune in now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9 Sep 2026 · 32 min

RHONY’s Apple-utely BACK! | RHONY Recap

Reigndrops, the Big Apple has its bite back! Carlos breaks down the season premiere of The Real Housewives of New York City — and after having plenty to say about the reboot, he’s officially declaring: RHONY IS BACK! From breakout newbie Daisy and a surprise Martha Stewart appearance to Jessel and Erin going head-to-head and Sai getting caught in the middle, the ladies waste NO time getting messy. New girls, old grudges and plenty of New York attitude… Carlos is gagged, and he’s breaking it ALL down! Tune in now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Sep 2026 · 1 hr

ICKY VICKY! | RHUGT Recap with Dustin Ross

Carlos King and Dustin Ross are back to recap Ultimate Girls Trip , and Vicki Gunvalson’s behavior in Atlanta has them HEATED! The guys unpack Vicki repeatedly saying she felt “uncomfortable,” the star-studded RHOA reunion featuring Marlo, Kim, Shereé and Lisa Wu, and the Salt Lake City drama that leaves the other Housewives wondering what they’ve gotten themselves into. Atlanta came to play — but did Vicki? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

VICKI’S 90-DAY FIANCÉ?! | RHOC Recap with Alexis Janssen

Reigndrops, it’s Friday and the start of a holiday weekend so we have something special for you! Carlos King and Alexis Janssen are back to break down an RHOC episode that finally has the OC heating up! They unpack Vicki’s bizarre engagement-ring situation and question whether Mike is changing the OG of the OC, while Tamra gets activated and Heather finds herself in the hot seat over what she said about Carmela behind her back. Plus, Alexis spills some personal Heather tea from Season 18 that proves what goes around just might come back around! Tune in now! See…

About Reality with The King

Reality with the King goes behind the scenes of some of your favorite reality TV shows' most iconic moments from celebrity interviews with NeNe Leakes, Teresa Guidice, Kenya Moore ,etc. and recap episodes of The Real Housewives Franchise, Vanderpump Rules, Love & Marriage Franchise and much more. Join one of the most sought-after executive producers and King of Reality Television, Carlos King, as he dishes and spills the tea with reality TV stars we all know, love, and love to hate.

Reality with The King is a English film & tv podcast from The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts
Language: English
Category: Film & TV
New episodes: Several times a day
Typical length: 57 min
Latest episode: 7 Oct 2026
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