Episodes
Melissa invites Joe back onto the podcast to talk all about their weekend with the Catania's, a certain housewife who seems to want to start some beef, and Joe's awkward and extremely close encounter with a doctor.  This week's sponsors: Claritin-D - Fast and Powerful Relief: Claritin.com PlutoTV - 100s of Channels, 1000s of Movies: Pluto.tv (Free) Progressive - "Name-Your-Price" Tool: Progressive.com Prolon - Fasting with Food: ProlonLife.com/OnDisplay (10% off 5-Day Nutrition Plan) Shady...
Published 04/25/24
Melissa is joined by one of the favorite professionals of Dancing with the Stars, Gleb Savchenko, to talk about the true grind of DWTS, why most housewives tend to make great contestants, and how it's easy to sometimes fall for a dance partner.  This week's sponsors: Apartments.com - The Place to Find a Place: Apartments.com Dime Beauty - High-End, Affordable Skincare: DimeBeautyCo.com , promo code: MELISSA20 (20% off) Peloton - At-Home Bike Rentals: onepeloton.com/bike/rentals PlutoTV -...
Published 04/18/24
Fresh off their vacation, Melissa and Joe talk about Melissa's viral encounter with a ghost of mother nature, Joe's scientific explanation for a solar eclipse and where the Gorgas will be the next time it happens, and what Karma would look like if she was an actual woman. Melissa also plays a quick game with Joe which confirms a big difference in how women and men show numbers on their hands.  This week's sponsors:  Chime - Fee-Free Banking: Chime.com/melissa (Get paid up to 2 days...
Published 04/11/24
It's a special rewind episode where Melissa is joined by the man who knows all about Housewives and Hollywood, Ryan Bailey. Now that time has passed we get to hear if the rumors were true about the potential recasting of a Housewives franchise, Taylor and Travis still going strong, and why it's even more ok now for straight males to be way into Bravo too. Plus, Melissa plays a game with Ryan called, "Who's the Baddest Betch?" to find out who his franchise favorites are. AND we get a little...
Published 04/04/24
This week, Melissa and Joe discuss all the latest happenings from opening the new Envy store, to the crazy allegations against P-Diddy, to what they would do if they won the lottery.  And as they pack their bags for a vacation, we get an answer to the question we're all wondering; Will Joe pack his own bags for this trip?  This week's sponsors: Peloton - Consistent Workouts, Made Easy: OnePeloton.com/bikerentals  Prolon - Fasting with Food: ProlonLife.com/OnDisplay (10% off 5-Day Nutrition...
Published 03/28/24
Melissa is joined by the Jersey Shore OG, Nicole Polizzi (Snooki), to talk about making the most out of reality tv opportunities, how food deliveries can sometimes involve the authorities, and the crazy theories behind Kate Middleton, one of which may be related Snooki's latest tv obsession.   This week's sponsors:  Dime Beauty - Affordable, High-End Skincare: DimeBeautyco.com , promo code: Melissa (20% off) Factor Meals - Chef-Crafted and Easy to Cook: FactorMeals.com/OnDisplay50 , promo...
Published 03/21/24
Gather ‘round the campfire. Melissa becomes an honorary member of Camp Shady Birch this week as she is joined by the absolutely hilarious guys from the Camp Counselors podcast.  The three of them chat about the one fruit that should not be consumed in public, what it’s like to be cursed by Julia Roberts, and why going to the movies is the most “main character” thing to do. And because they’re all foodies, they play a very fun game of MFK: Restaurants.  This week’s sponsors: PlutoTV – Hit TV...
Published 03/14/24
Melissa welcomes the Countess of Cabaret, Luann De Lesseps, onto the show to talk about the recent allegations in the Bravo Universe, why flirting should always be fun, and how a certain popsicle incident tells us all that chivalry ain't dead.  Luann also gives us a taste of what to expect with her new Cabaret Show, "Marry, F, Kill!" This week's sponsors:  Apartments.com - The Place to Find a Place: Apartments.com Chime - Get Paid up to 2 Days Early: Chime.com/melissa  LiquidIV - Hydration...
Published 03/07/24
This week Melissa is joined by Frank Catania, his lovely fiance Brittany, and Joe Gorga, to talk all about beating internet trolls at their own games, what it's like living with an ex's ex, and the very strange plastic surgeries that a lot of men are getting these days.  Frank and Brittany also give us an update on their wedding planning, their new home, and the surprise guest that'll be living with them.   This week's sponsors:  PlutoTV - Streaming Television: Pluto.tv  Progressive -...
Published 02/29/24
It's a special rewind episode this week as Melissa and Joe pull back the curtains and invite her producer Brett onto the show to talk about the making of the podcast, his first impressions working with Melissa, and why the "powers that be" sometimes make his job a little challenging.  Brett also surprises Melissa with a blooper reel of her sometimes difficult ad-reads and shares which housewife is a true professional at the flirting game. This week's sponsors: Dime Beauty - High-End,...
Published 02/22/24
Melissa is joined by the always hilarious ladies of the podcast Causing a Scene, to talk about the celebrity sightings at the SuperBowl, the recent drama in the Bravo Universe, and their speciality: what's actually worth watching on tv.  Sara and Natalie also talk about a couple of things that they're completely burning out on. One about someone very dear to them, and another about a certain guy who just can't stop screwing up.  This week's sponsors: Apartments.com - The Place to Find a...
Published 02/15/24
Melissa welcomes Joe back on the show to talk about Drake's viral mishap, the awkwardness of the Grammys, and the real reason Joe sneaks away for lunches.  The two also take a stroll down memory lane as they talk about first kisses, creative voicemails on cell phones, and that one curtained section in all video rental stores.  This week's sponsors: Chime - Fee-Free Checking Account: Chime.com/Melissa DraftKings - Online Casino: casino.draftkings.com/casino-app , promo code: GORGA (Deposit...
Published 02/08/24
Melissa is joined by the up-front and always empathetic Wild Rose of Salt Lake City, Whitney Rose, to talk about the reality of reality tv trolls, why accountability is a huge part of forgiveness, and how self-love is a much easier thing to find as you get older.  Melissa and Whitney also talk about how success can often change the dynamics of a good marriage, and why support is such a crucial piece to the puzzle.  This week's sponsors:   Apartments.com - The Place to Find a Place:...
Published 02/01/24
From TV to Movies to Reality TV; she's done it all. Melissa invites the one and only, Denise Richards, onto the show to talk about the one role she thought she'd get fired from, how friendships change (and sometimes end) in the Reality TV world, AND what truly went down at that now famous dinner party.  This week's sponsors: Dime Beauty - Affordable, High-End Skincare: Dimebeautyco.com , promo code: MELISSA20 (20% off) PlutoTV - Free, Streaming Television: Pluto.TV 
Published 01/25/24
Kelly Bensimon stops by the show to give us the latest in being a Tribeca mom, reuniting and filming Ultimate Girls trip with the original RHONY cast, and the real estste work that had been keeping her busy.  This week's sponsors: Apartments - Visit Apartments.com, a place to find a place PlutoTV - Streaming Television: Pluto.TV (Free TV) Progressive - "Name Your Price" Tool: Progressive.com 
Published 01/18/24
Melissa and Joe talk about last weekend's wrestling incident that's made it all over the headlines, why cooking with your spouse is not always romantic like the movies make it, and Joe surprises Melissa with something very special for her 100th episode. Which you'll definitely want to hear.  This week's sponsors: Chime - Build Credit the Easy Way: Chime.com/melissa Dime - 5-Star Skincare: DimeBeautyCO.com (The Works System) LiquidIV - Hydration Made Easy: LiquidIV.com , promo code: MELISSA...
Published 01/11/24
Happy 2024 everyone!  Gearing up for the big 100th episode next week, Melissa looks back at the very first episode. It was a special one with Joe where they talked about how they met, Joe’s funny and not-so-smooth start in comedy, and the one time Melissa made Joe take a lie detector test because of a suspicious, accidental phone call. Enjoy!  See you all next week for #100!  This week’s sponsors: Pluto.TV – Free Streaming Television: Pluto.TV Progressive – “Name-Your-Price” Tool:...
Published 01/04/24
The year is coming to an end, and Melissa has picked a couple little segments from some of her favorite episodes.  How does Deuxmoi keep her identity a secret, and what's the craziest rumor she's ever heard about Melissa?  Who do Bravo and Cocktails think they get the most anonymous tips from when it comes to spilling the tea?  Can AI write a good new pop song for Melissa, or a great rap song for Joe?  And what does it sound like in the room when the Gorgas play the game, "How Do You...
Published 12/28/23
They're no strangers to reality tv! Melissa invites the two and only, Garcia Twins (Nikki and Brie), onto the show to talk about getting older and embracing your new decade, why twins don't have that common need to find a soulmate, and their new show social experiment show, Twin Love, which tells us if identical twins truly prefer identical companions. Happy Holidays Melisteners!  This week's sponsors: Loft - Fun, Feminine Fashion: Loft.com - promo code: MELISSA Peloton - Special December...
Published 12/21/23
Melissa welcomes Gina Kirschenheiter (RHOOC) onto the show to talk her recent tiff with Andy Cohen, her interesting casting story to become one of the Real Housewives of Orange County, and who she thinks will return for the next season.  We also get the ladies' thoughts on Denise Richards little return to Beverly Hills, and how stepping back into the reality tv world can be stressful, even for an OG.  This week's sponsors: Dime - Clean, High-End, Affordable Skincare: Dimebeautyco.com Peloton...
Published 12/14/23
Melissa invites actor, comedian, and Andy Cohen's ex, John Arthur Hill, onto the show to talk about his friendship with Andy, his run-ins with Housewives on Fire Island, and why the phone calls never stop when you're in reality tv.  Melissa also shares her (and Joe's) experience being guests on John's podcast, "Discretion Advised" and well...let's just say, discretion advised. This week's sponsors:  Chime - No-Fee Banking, Get Paid up to 2 Days Early: Chime.com/Melissa LiquidIV - Hydration...
Published 12/07/23
Melissa is joined by the always hilarious, LadyGang, to talk about the "cheugy" (or "chuggy") feud between Millenials and GenZ, how Keltie is owning the term, "Sexy Mature," and who, out of the crew, would make a great addition to The Real Housewives.  This week's sponsors: Peloton - Special December Offer!: OnePeloton.com/offers Progressive - "Name Your Price Tool": Progressive.com ZocDoc - Highly Reviewed Doctors, Just a Tap Away: Zocdoc.com/Melissa
Published 11/30/23
Melissa and Joe are gearing up for Thanksgiving, which means it's the perfect time to talk about People's Sexiest Man Alive, Joe's Hall Pass, and why female turkeys sometimes don't need men at all.  Happy Thanksgiving everyone!  This week's sponsors: Greenpan - Toxin-Free Cookware: Greenpan.com - promo code: Melissa (30% off) Progressive: "Name Your Price" Tool: Progressive.com 
Published 11/22/23
Melissa is joined by the lovable Real Housewife of Beverly Hills, Crystal Kung Minkoff, to talk about Magic Mike birthday shows, rumored rudeness in the Bravo Universe, and the one secret spot that's great for celebrity run-ins during BravoCon. This week's sponsor: Pluto.Tv - True Crime Television: Pluto.tv  Progressive - Compare-Your-Rate Tool: Progressive.com 
Published 11/16/23
Real Housewives of New York star Erin Lichy joins Melissa to talk about why they both are the level headed ones, her husband's response to her being on the show, what she wishes was shown this past season, and where she stands with Jenna Lyons, Jessel Taank, Ubah Hassan! Check out our holiday deals! Liquid IV: Grab in bulk nationwide at Costco OR get 20% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MELISSA at checkout! GreenPan: Go to GreenPan.us and use code MELISSA to get 30% OFF YOUR...
Published 11/09/23