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Surviving Reality

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Surviving Reality is the snarky, weekly recap podcast hosted by Corey and Carly that covers unhinged reality TV, true crime, documentaries, and all the chaos in between.Part recap, part roast, and part therapy session - we bring a neurodivergent lens to the internet's favorite reality shows, digging into relationship dynamics, communication breakdowns, and the moments everyone else missed. No storyline, red flag, or producer plot twist is left un-snarked! Whether …

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Surviving Reality · Aug 21, 2026

Ep 182: Married At First Sight S20:E16-18 (Part 2)

Part 2: "One More Chance" & "Breakthroughs And Betrayals" & "The Final Countdown" A couples' retreat brings everyone together, but a friendly game threatens to tear marriages apart; The couples' retreat brings breakthroughs, betrayals …

1:18:31

Surviving Reality · Aug 21, 2026

Ep 181: Married At First Sight S20:E16-18 (Part 1)

Part 1: "One More Chance" & "Breakthroughs And Betrayals" & "The Final Countdown" A couples' retreat brings everyone together, but a friendly game threatens to tear marriages apart; The couples' retreat brings breakthroughs, betrayals …

1:27:59

Surviving Reality · Aug 14, 2026

Ep 180: Married At First Sight S20:E13-15 (Part 2)

Part 2: "The Breaking Point" & "Stay or Say Goodbye" & "The Tables Have Turned" The newlyweds question if their marriages will last; the group session pushes a couple to the brink. As decision …

59:32

Surviving Reality · Aug 14, 2026

Ep 179: Married At First Sight S20:E13-15 (Part 1)

Part 1: "The Breaking Point" & "Stay or Say Goodbye" & "The Tables Have Turned" The newlyweds question if their marriages will last; the group session pushes a couple to the brink. As decision …

1:20:37

Surviving Reality · Aug 7, 2026

Ep 178: Married At First Sight S20:E10-12 (Part 2)

Part 2: “Game On or Game Over" & "Fighting for Love" & "Nothing Left on the Table" One wife starts birthday party drama, while another’s fantasies become her worst nightmare; love grows for some, …

1:10:50

Surviving Reality · Aug 7, 2026

Ep 177: Married At First Sight S20:E10-12 (Part 1)

Part 1: “Game On or Game Over" & "Fighting for Love" & "Nothing Left on the Table" One wife starts birthday party drama, while another’s fantasies become her worst nightmare; love grows for some, …

1:33:25

Surviving Reality · Jul 31, 2026

Ep 176: Married At First Sight S20:E7-9 (Part 2)

Part 2: “Drama On the Menu" & "Romantic Sparks & Question Marks" & "Time to Confess" In a series first, shocking discoveries are made as the couples reunite for a group dinner. The couples …

1:09:31

Surviving Reality · Jul 31, 2026

Ep 175: Married At First Sight S20:E7-9 (Part 1)

Part 1: “Drama On the Menu" & "Romantic Sparks & Question Marks" & "Time to Confess" In a series first, shocking discoveries are made as the couples reunite for a group dinner. The couples …

1:30:58

Surviving Reality · Jul 29, 2026

Ep 174: Married At First Sight S20:E4-6

“From 'I Do' to Island Views" & "Swim Socks & Love on the Rocks” & "New Home Keys & Jet Skis" Fourteen newlyweds head to Mexico to explore their intimacy on their honeymoon. At …

2:08:05

Surviving Reality · Jul 22, 2026

Ep 173: Married At First Sight S20:E2-3

“Where is My Groom?" & "The Final ‘I Do’”As wedding bells keep ringing, three more couples meet for the first time at the altar. One inexperienced groom raises red flags, while another leaves his …

1:26:02

Surviving Reality · Jul 19, 2026

Ep 172: This is Poly S1:E8

“Love Bombs” Yahweh Madi’s decision shocks the queens. Trent gets cold feet at throuple commitment ceremony. Nita unleashes on Trent & Kami. Tehmeena stuns BQ. Bri packs her bags. Marley gets a big surprise. …

59:54

Surviving Reality · Jul 15, 2026

Ep 171: Married At First Sight S20:E1

“Forever Starts in Seattle” In Seattle, 14 singles start their journey to marry complete strangers. One bride fears a runaway groom while another leaves her groom questioning their connection. One couple shocks their guests …

1:06:27

Surviving Reality · Jul 12, 2026

Ep 170: This is Poly S1:E7

“Too Little, Too Late” King Yahweh’s arrival brings Poetic to tears. BQ’s surprise for Tehmeena blows up in his face. Marley drops a bombshell. Kami & Nita clash over the terms of their commitment …

1:09:46

Surviving Reality · Jul 5, 2026

Ep 169: This is Poly S1:E6

“I’m The Bad Guy” Tehmeena reaches her breaking point with BQ. Yahweh Debash comes home, while Yahweh Krystal keeps a secret. Bri’s ultimatum leaves Marley with a big decision. Becca & Davis decide to …

1:06:15

Surviving Reality · Jun 28, 2026

Ep 168: This is Poly S1:E5

“This is Not a Wedding” BQ & Tehmeena’s couples therapy turns explosive. The Power throuple erupts in chaos over money matters. The Yahwehs face tragedy. Davis’s date takes an unexpected turn. Krystal’s revelation shocks …

1:02:44

Surviving Reality · Jun 21, 2026

Ep 167: This is Poly S1:E4

“Big Swing Energy” Tehmeena’s bestie drops a shocking bombshell about BQ. Trent & Kami fear Nita is breaking the rules of their polycule. Jacob attempts to connect with Davis. Bri & Marley clash after …

1:07:53

Surviving Reality · Jun 17, 2026

Ep 166: Welcome to Plathville S8:E12

"From the Horse’s Mouth” The family confronts Lydia and Zac about their judgmental behavior and, later, comes together to honor their brother Joshua, who died 18 years ago. Still dealing with unresolved feelings, Lydia …

1:13:26

Surviving Reality · Jun 14, 2026

Ep 165: This is Poly S1:E3

“My Wife’s Fiancé” The power throuple embarks on spicy solo adventures. A surprise proposal rocks a polycule. Marley & Bri’s polyamorous pool party goes left. Yahweh Madi confides to her queens about her blowout …

1:03:55

Surviving Reality · Jun 10, 2026

Ep 164: Welcome to Plathville S8:E11

"Stir the Pot” After an emotional therapy session, Kim feels prepared to lead a family discussion about Joshua's death. Teegan joins Ethan in Georgia and learns some surprising news from Ethan. Before honoring Joshua, …

1:24:07

Surviving Reality · Jun 7, 2026

Ep 163: This is Poly S1:E2 - Crossover with Ace & Katelyn

“What Happens at the Strip Club…”Tehmeena busts BQ at the strip club. Yahweh Poetic and Yahweh Madi’s romantic date turns left when jealousy blows up in their face. Marley faces disapproving family. The power …

1:27:45

Surviving Reality · Jun 3, 2026

Ep 162: Welcome to Plathville S8:E10

"Where the Rubber Meets the Road” Barry goes on his first date in over 20 years! Kim and Lydia's tense car ride takes a big U-turn when Kim brings up Lydia and Zac's judgmental …

1:53:38

Surviving Reality · May 31, 2026

Ep 161: This is Poly S1:E1

“The More, the Messier” Tehmeena is stunned when BQ’s lie is exposed on a poly date. The Power Throuple comes out to their conservative family. Bri & Marley race towards their dream of 999,000 …

1:00:43

Surviving Reality · May 27, 2026

Ep 160: Welcome to Plathville S8:E9

"It's All Cattywampus” Kim helps Ethan settle into his new home in Wisconsin and has a heart-to-heart with Teegan. Isaac and Kaylynn spend a memorable evening with Lydia and Zac. Later, while Zac and …

1:43:31

Surviving Reality · May 20, 2026

Ep 159: Welcome to Plathville S8:E8

"Up Creek Without A Paddle” Ethan continues to try to win back Teegan's heart, but Moriah, Isaac, and Kaylynn worry it's too little too late. Ken confronts Kim about her weight. Lydia dishes on …

1:08:30

Surviving Reality · May 14, 2026

Ep 158: 7 Little Johnstons S17:E10

"10 out of 10 Wedding” Liz and Brice's wedding day is finally here! But with the recent rainstorm, everyone is stressed as the ceremony site is a muddy mess. Liz reveals something that shocks …

1:00:49

Surviving Reality · May 13, 2026

Ep 157: Welcome to Plathville S8:E7

"A Bone To Pick With You” After a tense start in Montana, Ethan sets out to repair his relationship with Teegan but is met with the cold shoulder. Meanwhile, Lydia and Zac navigate feeling …

1:02:12

Surviving Reality · May 7, 2026

Ep 156: 7 Little Johnstons S17:E9

"The Rain Is Giving Me the Ick” It's the week leading up to Elizabeth and Brice's wedding and there's lots to do to get ready. Liz's dress is back from getting alterations, but she …

1:12:10

Surviving Reality · May 6, 2026

Ep 155: Welcome to Plathville S8:E6

"Kick Mud, Kiss My Grits” Ethan returns to Cairo for Thanksgiving before officially moving to Wisconsin to be closer to his ex-girlfriend, Teegan. Kim makes a surprising admission to the family, Barry hunts for …

1:19:27

Surviving Reality · Apr 30, 2026

Ep 154: 7 Little Johnstons S17:E8

"He's Low-Key Chopping Down a Tree” Amber and Emma surprise Liz with a bridal shower. Jonah and Alex help Brice get over his fear of public speaking with cardboard cutouts of the family. Trent …

1:24:44

Surviving Reality · Apr 29, 2026

Ep 153: Welcome to Plathville S8:E5

"High Hopes” Moriah gives a glimpse into her life in Montana. Isaac looks for a reconciliation with Kaylynn. Ethan hopes his rather complicated plan to surprise Teegan doesn't backfire. Barry learns what people are …

1:29:45

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