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Pop Therapy
Jana Firestone is a therapist of 20 years, twice published author, and unapologetic pop-culture obsessive. Jana is a therapist, whose own therapy is pop culture and reality TV. Jana uses her clinical eye to decode the human behaviour behind reality TV’s biggest scandals, feuds and fallouts. From red-carpet interviews to revealing long-form conversations with some of reality TV’s biggest names, Jana brings rare access, razor-sharp insight and a die-hard fan’s obsession to every episode. Smart…
Episodes
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Daryn Carp Spills Bravo FanFest Tea & Love Is Blind’s Rob Unravels
Daryn Carp has the Bravo inside scoop. Rob has some explaining to do. And a few Love Is Blind couples may need more than a wedding planner. Fresh off the stage…
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The Golden Life: Old Friends, Fresh Offences
Lindsay Clancy questions, a career-best Robert Pattinson, and my close and personal friend Dorinda Medley’s return to television. We have things to discuss…
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Luann Unleashed, Teresa Redeemed & Next Gen NYC Exposed with Dana The Bravo Investigator
My friend and friend of the show, Dana, The Bravo Investigator, is back and we're putting the Housewives under investigation. Some of them have a lot to answer…
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MAFS' Katie on Sam Wood, Manipulation & the Red Flags We Miss
Content warning: This episode discusses domestic and family violence, emotional abuse and mental health. Married at First Sight Australia bride Katie joins me…
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Sam Wood: What Happens When It’s the Good Guy?
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses domestic and family violence, including allegations of physical assault and strangulation. Today, I’m talking about the…
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Lindsay Clancy, KJ Biermann & RHONY’s Jessel vs. the Kennedys
This week on Pop Therapy, I unpack the questions still troubling me about Lindsay Clancy, Reddington's moves and intentions for the next imminent court date…
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Patrick Clancy’s 60 Minutes Interview: Rachel Danis, Public Backlash and What Was Left Out
Patrick Clancy has spoken out following the mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy case - and his 60 Minutes interview has done little to help him escape the public…
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Breaking the Silence: Chef Tzarina Mace-Ralph on Domestic Violence
In this deeply personal episode, Chef Tzarina Mace-Ralph of Below Deck Down Under, returns to Pop Therapy for a raw conversation about domestic violence, shame…
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Lindsay Clancy: Too Many Questions, Not Enough Answers
This is a very different kind of solo episode for me. I’m stepping away from my usual pop-culture conversations to talk about the Lindsay Clancy case and the…
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Hayu, Housewives & Hollywood: Jus Hill Tells All
This week's guest has spent 20 years in the entertainment industry, which means he has interviewed everyone from genuine Hollywood A-listers to reality TV…
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The Edit is Everything with Ryan Bailey
My friend and returning Pop Therapy favourite Ryan Bailey is back, and few people understand reality TV like he does. Ryan has one of the sharpest reads on…
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RHOC, Below Deck Med & the Psychology of Reality TV with Heidi Anderson
We're unpacking RHOC, Below Deck Med, Scamanda, the In The City reunion and why reality TV continues to fascinate us. Today I'm joined by one of my favourite…
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Love Island USA Finale: Zach's Backlash & Our Biggest Hot Takes with Dani Gossip Girl (The Villa Download)
It's the Love Island USA finale, and Danielle Peterson from The Villa Download (aka Dani Gossip Girl) is back for one last trip to the Villa. We ask the…
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Brian's Lying, Jo-Ellen's Firing and Rulla's Denying: RHORI Reunion Recap and Love Island USA Heat
The RHORI reunion is here, and so is our final recap of the season with Dana Regan, The Bravo Investigator. We're unpacking Brian the lying weasel, Rulla's…
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Tom Sandoval's Abuse Allegations & RHORI Reunion Chaos
Tom Sandoval is back in the headlines, and this time it's serious. Dana, The Bravo Investigator, joins me to unpack the breaking allegations involving Tom and…
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Love Island USA: Big Beds, Bombshells & Bad Decisions with Dani Gossip Girl (The Villa Download)
Help! I've fallen headfirst into the Love Island rabbit hole - and desperately needed an expert translator. Danielle Peterson (Dani Gossip Girl) from The Villa…
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Sincere is Macking, Brian is Tracking and West is Sent Packing
West is out, Brian is still acting up, and Jana has officially entered her Love Island era. This week, we unpack the news that West Wilson won't be returning…
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Don't Come For Crappens and Gas Station Sushi
This week, Dana Regan, The Bravo Investigator and I are diving into a heated Bravo content creator debate, with a mental health message. Below Deck Down Under…
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The Summer House Questions We're Still Asking and RHORI Recap
Dana Regan, The Bravo Investigator is back for our weekly recap, and this week we unpack all the questions we still have from the Summer House Reunion - from…
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Summer House Reunion Clip Shockers, Amanda's 117k Rent Bill and RHORI Eps 8+9 Recap with The Bravo Investigator
We are back after a week's respite due to illness, but that didn't stop us endlessly consuming all things Bravo and pop culture this week! We launch right into…
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Reinvention, Risk & Running Towards the Dream with Lola Berry
Today on Pop Therapy, I’m joined by my friend, the endlessly multi-hyphenate Lola Berry - actor, author, podcaster, wellness advocate and one of Australia’s…
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Messy Wessy, Bravo Upfronts and RHORI Recap with Dana, The Bravo Investigator
This week we kick things off with a look inside the latest developments from the Scamandavol fallout, including the allegations that West Wilson and Jen…
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Mommy Issues and Needing Tissues: RHORI Recap with Dana The Bravo Investigator
We are back with a recap of Episode 6 of RHORI and these women are peeling back every layer of those onions! From family trauma and grief, to Kelsey's breakup…
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AI, Polo and Cheaters, Oh My: RHORI Recap with The Bravo Investigator, Dana Regan
Welcome to your weekly RHORI recap collab with The Bravo Investigator, Dana Regan. This week we launch into Episode 5, where we are being breadcrummed more…
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RHORI Recap with The Bravo Investigator, Dana Regan.
Welcome to a brand new weekly recap you’re going to want in your group chat immediately. This is the first episode of our new collab with Dana Regan, The Bravo…
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Miguel Luciano: Impressions, Identity and Imposter Syndrome
Miguel Luciano is one of those people you think you know… Our parasocial bestie, an unofficial Housewife, our wildly funny comedic relief - until you actually…
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Scamandavol Emergency Ep with The Bravo Investigator
Emergency pod energy because… what is going on. This Summer House scandal has had the Bravoverse GRIPPED for days and who better to unpack it with, than my…
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Talking to the Dead, Judging the Living with David the Medium
What happens when someone swaps corporate suits and criminal prosecution for psychic mediumship… and still has strong opinions about the Real Housewives? In…
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Love is Blind, Bravo and Breakdowns with Daryn Carp
This week I’m joined by the brilliant Daryn Karp - and this episode is exactly what you’d expect when two pop culture-obsessed minds collide. We met in LA and…
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Captain Jason on Fatherhood, Fame and Finding His Footing in the BravoVerse
Back home in Melbourne after an incredible trip to the US packed with events, meetings, podcast recordings and time right in the middle of Bravo central, I’m…
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Reza Jackson: Moonwalks and the Motherland
This week on Pop Therapy, I’m joined in person in LA, by Reza Jackson - and this one moves. We go back to his Iranian-Canadian upbringing and what it’s meant…
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In Real Life with Ryan Bailey
This ep was recorded live in LA with my buddy Ryan Bailey, who is on the brink of his biggest plot twist yet: fatherhood. Baby Romy is dropping soon, and we…
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Chef Stuart O'Keeffe: Private Chef, Public Life
This week on Pop Therapy, I’m joined by the one and only Chef Stu - celebrity chef, cookbook author, podcaster and star of the Food Network’s Private Chefs of…
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Carina Mirabile: Behind the MAFS Cameras
It's 2026 and a new seasons of MAFS is upon us! This episode was recorded last year, and I’ve been holding onto it ever since - because I knew the right moment…
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Brand Breakups and Bravo Truths: Brooklyn Beckham, Amanda and Kyle and why The Valley: Persian Style works.
In this episode of Pop Therapy, we are joined by one of our faves, Dana Regan The Bravo Investigator, for a sharp, fast-moving unpack of the biggest…
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Above Deck Pop Therapy Crossover
This is an Above Deck x Pop Therapy mashup! The incredible team, Sarah Goldman and Kelli Busby invited me to be a guest aboard their brilliant pod, Above Deck…
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Below Deck Med: Beneath the Mask with Joe Bradley
Content warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide, suicidal ideation, mental health and homelessness. Please take care while listening. This week on…
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The Psychology of the Bravosphere with Bella Talks TV
In this episode of Pop Therapy, I’m joined by fellow psychology graduate and reality obsessive, Amanda from Bella Talks TV for a deep dive into the psychology…
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Redemption, Reality and the Bravo Machine with Cat from Worm With A Mustache
This week on Pop Therapy, Cat from Worm with a Mustache is back to pull apart the Bravo universe at its most unhinged. We dig into Jen Shah’s release and what…
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Riccio Recaps BravoCon: The Party, The Parasocials & Bravo 2.0
We have officially rebranded and are leaning right into the Pop Therapy of it all! The Curious Life Podcast has been a our home for the last 7 years, but we…
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Inside BravoCon: A Pop Therapy Debrief with Heidi Anderson
Heidi Anderson takes the mic and pulls me into a full BravoCon debrief, and nothing is off the table. Think of this as a backstage pass meets a therapy session…
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BravoCon Breakdown with Cat (Worm With A Mustache)!
In the first BRAVOCON episode since my return, Cat (@worm_with_a_mustache) and I dive into the absolute whirlwind that was BravoCon. We unpack the intensity of…
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POP THERAPY: London Calling: Housewives, Healing & the Todd/Muzzie Madness with The Bravo Investigator
In this week’s episode of Pop Therapy, I’m joined bymy friend Dana Regan, a.k.a. The Bravo Investigator, for afull-blown Housewives debrief. We dive into the…
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POP THERAPY: Mother Knows Worst with Heidi Anderson
This week on Pop Therapy, I’m joined again by my brilliant friend Heidi Anderson - author, speaker, and all-round powerhouse, to unpack The Muzzy of it all…
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POP THERAPY: Miami Meltdowns and Bravo Breakdowns with Heidi Anderson
This week I’m joined by my friend, mentor and fellow Bravo enthusiast, Heidi Anderson - author, PR coach and confidence queen - for a wild Pop Therapy session…
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Rihanna’s Baby Girl, Gender Expectations and Bravo’s Friendship Breakups
It’s a solo ep! First up, Rihanna’s baby girl announcement, and the internet’s relief that her family is now “complete.” It speaks to the deep cultural…
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POP THERAPY: BravoCon Bootcamp with Ryan Bailey
POP THERAPY: With Ryan Bailey We are back with a refresh! New artwork, new website and a whole new take on pop culture. We are joined by the king of Bravo deep…
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POP THERAPY: Bravo Buzz, Dark Truths & Your Burning Questions
POP THERAPY: In this episode, we mention it all! A brief look at the return of Salt Lake City and the heartbreaking latest news about Mary Cosby’s son, with…
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The Darkest Catfish Yet: Netflix’s Unknown Number + My BravoCon News
If you haven’t watched this doc yet – be warned. Spoilers are very much throughout this ep! After watching myself, I couldn’t help but jump on the mic for a…
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Clayton Farris: From Viral Fame to the Big Screen (and What’s Next for That One Rich Couple)
Actor, writer and creator Clayton Farris joins me for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious, inspiring, and full of heart. You know him from his wildly…
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Good Grief with Sal and Im from Good Mourning.
Rewind Episode: When Grief Gets Loud with Sal and Im from Good Mourning. Today we’re rewinding to one of the most downloaded episodes of The Days That Follow -…
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Mr Cruel, Karmein Chan and Medium Jonathan Mark's search for answers.
Renowned psychic medium Jonathan Mark returns to the podcast for an extraordinary conversation. Jonathan has helped to solve countless crimes and missing…
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POP THERAPY: Unfiltered and Unscripted with Hannah Ferrier
This week I’m joined by none other than the iconic Below Deck Mediterranean star, Hannah Ferrier, for a conversation that’s as bold as she is. We’re diving…
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Jonathan Mark - The Medium Behind the Mysteries
This episode came together faster than you can say “divine timing.” After hearing Jonathan Mark on Connect with Jonathan Mark alongside friend of the show…
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POP THERAPY: The Bravo Investigator Returns: OC Lies, Lore & Loose Cannons
POP THERAPY: The Bravo Investigator is back on the case! This week, we have returning guest and fan favourite Dana Regan, the brilliant mind behind The Bravo…
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Kate Casey on Jayne Mansfield and Natalie Wood
When Grief Meets Glamour: The Daughters of Jayne Mansfield and Natalie Wood with Kate Casey This week, I’m joined once again by the incomparable Kate Casey — a…
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Protecting our Kids with Kristi McVee
Content warning: This episode discusses child abuse and may be distressing to some listeners. Please listen with care. In this urgent episode, we’re joined by…
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Chris Walker on Silent Grief and Childhood Trauma
Content warning: This episode contains discussion of death, grief, suicide, and suicidal ideation. Please listen mindfully. In this special episode of The…
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Catching Up with Chris Franjola
Comedian Chris Franjola is back for the third time, for some much needed lightness in these heavy times. We dissected some of the latest hot topics, wondering…
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Mumming with Victoria Vanstone
The hilarious and brilliant, Victoria Vanstone is back with a new book and new insights into the wild world of parenting... while sober. You will remember Vic…