When Reality Hits with Brittany Cartwright
What happens when the cameras stop rolling for Brittany Cartwright on The Valley? TRUE Reality hits! Brittany takes you inside her crazy life as she explores motherhood, friendship, relationships, dating, and reality TV. Nothing is off-limits in this candid look at her real life with tons of fun, lots of laughs, honest opinions, and plenty of special guests!
Episodes
Brittany welcomes longtime friend and celebrity DJ Lindsay Luv for a hilarious, jaw-dropping trip through her wild career — from DJing the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Paris and spinning at the Playboy Mansion, to unforgettable nights in Dubai, celebrity run-ins, the nicest (and rudest!) stars she’s met, and the girls’ Vegas trip that turned into a manifestation moment. They reminisce about MySpace days, backstage cha...
Mr. Tom Schwartz chats with Brittany about the latest buzz on the interwebs about Jo Wenberg! Originally aired: 05/24/24
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Brittany is in full holiday mode on this festive episode of When Reality Hits, sharing her favorite Christmas traditions, from heading home to Kentucky and visiting Santa with Cruz to Friendsmas celebrations and family Dirty Santa fun. She also breaks down her signature Christmas decorating tips, including her gingerbread tree, budget-friendly decor finds, and how she makes the holidays feel magical. Plus, Brittany opens u...
Brittany welcomes back Kristen Doute for a fun, candid catch-up filled with mom-life updates, dog drama, and all the BravoCon chaos. Kristen opens up about baby Kaia, co-sleeping struggles, and the emotional highs of new motherhood, while the two revisit their favorite BravoCon moments and share their unfiltered take on the weekend’s most unexpected run-ins.
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Brittany's back with a life update and answers fan questions! Originally aired: 09/20/24
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Brittany and Janet reunite to recap all the chaos, excitement, and behind-the-scenes moments from BravoCon. From fan love and first-time panel nerves to surprise Bravo-leb encounters, fashion twinning, and even a little drama squashed, the girls spill everything. Brittany opens up about reconnecting with Lisa Vanderpump, while Janet shares the unexpected moments that boosted her confidence. It’s fun, heartfelt, and full of...
Bridesman and full-time Valley cast member Zack Wickham chats with Brittany about how they first met living in Kentucky, the Bravo Universe's reaction to Zack's hair and him being an industry plant, how he was Kristen Doute's original sperm donor, OTHER reality show Zack has been on before the Valley, and Zack's feelings about Jax & Brittany's separation. PLUS: VALLEY RECAP (including Jax & Brittany's unfortunate d...
Brittany is back with a full recap of her epic Victorian Vampire Halloween party — from blood-red pools to edible glitter cocktails. She opens up about celebrating the holidays as a single mom, the online backlash over Cruz’s stroller, and how she’s healing (both physically and emotionally) after her mommy makeover. Plus, she spills on BravoCon prep, her chewed-up Louboutins, and answers fan questions about dating, co-pare...
It’s a spooky season special! Brittany celebrates Halloween by sharing her family’s costume plans, sensory-friendly trick-or-treating hacks for Cruz, and details on her over-the-top Victorian vampire masquerade party. She also opens up about life after her mommy makeover — from recovery and mom guilt to fan questions about surgery, healing, and confidence. Plus, Brittany takes listeners back to her Kentucky roots with ghos...
Former Bachelor Grant Ellis joins When Reality Hits for a candid talk about life after reality TV — from his unexpected start on The Bachelorette to becoming the lead, falling in love with two women, and what really happened after the finale. Grant opens up about his dad’s sobriety, his decision to stay celibate, and how he’s turning lessons from TV into his new dating show Spin the Block.
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VPR legend Kristen Doute stops by to help Brittany celebrate her birthday, reflect on some b-day memories, and discuss their upcoming show THE VALLEY!!! Originally aired: 01/26/24
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Ten days post-surgery, Brittany gets real from her recovery bed to answer fan questions about her recent mommy makeover. From the procedures she had done and the emotional reasons behind her decision, to how she’s balancing recovery with motherhood and facing online trolls—Brittany shares it all. She talks candidly about body image, confidence, mom guilt, and what life looks like as she heals and steps into her next chapte...
This week on When Reality Hits, Ben Higgins from The Bachelor opens up about his journey from cubicle life to leading one of TV’s most famous franchises. He reflects on being the first Bachelor to say “I love you” to two women, the pressures of reality TV fame, and what dating was like after the show. Ben also shares how he ultimately found his wife, became a dad, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.
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It’s spooky season on When Reality Hits! Brittany and Tom Schwartz share chilling ghost stories—from haunted Victorian houses to eerie sleep paralysis encounters—that will have you sleeping with the lights on. They dive into childhood fears of aliens, Halloween traditions, and even the possibility of vampires in New Orleans. Schwartz reflects on his early Vanderpump Rules days, reminisces about his favorite moment on the s...
Brittany welcomes back her friend and The Valley castmate Michelle Saniei for a candid catch-up on life, love, and everything in between. The two open up about the realities of divorce, co-parenting, and learning to set boundaries while raising kids in the spotlight. Michelle shares how working at Hooters helped her come out of her shell, what life after reality TV fame looks like, and her dreams for the future. Plus, Brit...
Brittany's good friend and co-star of The Valley, Michelle Lally makes her podcast debut! Brittany and Michelle talk about the boojee tendencies of Jesse Lally, Michelle and her family's reaction to Kristin Doute, adapting to reality TV life, Michelle's background in real estate and the most expensive house she ever sold, Brittany's first experience with a charcuterie board, AND Brittany makes an important announcement abo...
Brittany is back with Jasmine Goode as her guest co-host for a jam-packed catch-up! The two dive into everything from surprise paparazzi photos and false pregnancy rumors to BravoCon nerves and Cardi B’s hilarious courtroom antics. Brittany also gets candid about her Cabo getaway, the toll of online trolling, and why women need to stop tearing each other down. Plus, they swap binge-worthy Netflix and Prime recs (including ...
Brittany sits down with bestselling author and speaker Amber Rae for an eye-opening conversation about love, courage, and choosing yourself. Amber opens up about leaving a marriage that no longer fulfilled her, meeting her soulmate in the most unexpected way, and the life lessons that inspired her new memoir Lovable. Together, they dive into overcoming shame, navigating sexless relationships, breaking free from people-plea...
Brittany opens up about a bittersweet trip to Vegas to honor a close friend, the emotional rollercoaster of filming Special Forces, and what fans can expect when the new season premieres. She shares her excitement for BravoCon, reflects on closing the chapter of a difficult season of The Valley, and gives heartfelt updates on life as a single mom—especially Cruz’s incredible progress with early intervention and starting a ...
Brittany catches up with Jasmine Goode for an unfiltered chat on everything from wedding guest list drama to the big reveal that Brittany’s joining the latest Special Forces cast. The two swap ideas for first-look moments, spill on extravagant Jersey weddings, and break down Brittany's connection to this season’s star-studded lineup. Plus, they dive into the weirdest TikTok trends, the “human wildlife project” craze, and w...
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