Ep. 41 - "I Had to Go on Xanax For it, Lydia!"- Season 8 RHOC Recap Part 1 (+ S18 RHOC Gossip + Episode 12 recap!)

Lauren and Michele are back with a new "lesson plan" format so Bravo newbies can follow easier (no child left behind!)

Then they give all the weekend tea of Shannon Beador and recap the new episode of RHOC Season 18 (Episode 12 - "The Elephant in the Room").

(Time stamp: 18:03 minutes)

-Which the podmates find to be sadly mostly filler/family stuff- but delight in recounting Heather Dubrow's fashion show and the ugly fallout, including Emily breaking the fourth wall to call Alexis a "friend" of.

Then it's time for today's lesson- Season 8 Part 1 of RHOC, episodes 1-11.

(Time stamp: 35:51)

They Discuss:

• Vicki's Relationship Struggles: Vicki navigated her tumultuous relationship with Brooks Ayers, facing scrutiny from her friends about his intentions.
• Tamra's New Chapter: Tamra was busy planning her wedding to Eddie Judge, showcasing her journey toward a more stable and happy life, despite her conflicts with other cast members.
• Heather's Home Life: Heather Dubrow focused on her family and career, trying to balance her acting aspirations with being a mother and wife.
• Lizzie's Introduction: Lizzie brought fresh dynamics to the group, as her personality and interactions stirred up both drama and camaraderie.
• Friendships and Feuds: The season highlighted various friendships and rivalries, particularly between Vicki and Tamra, and the ongoing tensions with other women.