Georgio Says

In today’s episode, I’m catching up with you after the holidays and getting real about why this Christmas felt different, what 2025 taught me during my first full year doing this full-time, and why “pivot” is the word I’m taking into 2026.I talk about burnout, people-pleasing, stepping back from social media, and why sometimes the universe reroutes you instead of stopping you. I also break down moments from The Kardashians finale that unexpectedly resonated with me, including resilience, family dynamics, and learning when to try again — just differently.Then we jump into Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, where I unpack why certain dynamics aren’t landing this season, my honest take on Boz’s corporate/producer energy, the Dorit–Amanda lunch moment that didn’t math, Kyle and Morgan still dancing around the truth, and why the show may be overdue for a cast shake-up.I wrap things up with some quick Bravo thoughts, a look ahead to what’s coming in 2026, and an idea I’ve been sitting with about showing up more vulnerably with you all — because this community deserves it.We Need To Talk About This!🛍️ Shop my merch: www.georgiotakounakis.com/shopTimestamps:00:00 - Episode Intro00:30 - Podcast Intro00:53 – Holiday catch-up + why Christmas felt off this year (no party, launch-mode burnout)03:40 – 2025 reflections: first full year full-time + momentum slowing + lessons learned07:20 – 2026 mindset + New Year’s plans (DMV party scene + Philly unplug)11:30 – Social media break + people-pleasing tendencies + learning to set boundaries15:25 – “Pivot” as the word for 2026 (Google Maps reroute analogy)18:55 – Kardashians finale: Kim failing the bar + resilience + getting back up22:35 – Kourtney/Khloé family dynamic + why Hulu’s fourth-wall break works26:55 – Gratitude for listeners + idea for weekly anonymous advice episodes30:45 – RHOBH take: Boz as “HR/producer energy” + why it’s not landing35:30 – Dorit, Amanda & Boz lunch breakdown (manifestation vs real financial advice)40:35 – Beverly Hills season pulse check: Kyle/Morgan, Mo, Amanda, cast fatigue46:20 – Bravo side notes (Atlanta skepticism, Porsha rumors)49:30 – Final thoughts, gratitude, ratings/subscribe CTA50:45 – Podcast Outro

It’s Friday, and we’re breaking down The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 15, Episode 3 — “Match Made in Beverly Hills.” From Kyle Richards continuing to dance around the truth about Morgan, to Dorit openly unraveling financially amid her separation from PK, this episode highlights why Beverly Hills feels slower — and messier — than it should be.We Need To Talk About This!🛍️ Shop My Merch Store:www.georgiotakounakis.com/shopTIMESTAMPS00:00:00 – Episode Intro (Friday rant + holiday stress)00:20:16 – Georgio Says Podcast Intro00:42:11 – RHOBH S15E3 Recap Begins (“Match Made in Beverly Hills” overview)03:10:00 – Bravo Headlines: Jacqueline Laurita RHOC rumor06:00:00 – Nene Leakes return rumors + Atlanta quick take07:40:00 – Transition into RHOBH + pacing frustrations09:05:00 – Kyle & Morgan: stop dancing around the truth14:20:00 – Mauricio optics + Kyle’s story not adding up18:10:00 – Sutton, last names & holding onto the past20:30:00 – Rachel’s “Best Flirt at 6” comment (red flag moment)22:45:00 – Boz presses Kyle + group dynamics shift25:30:00 – Dorit vs PK: finances, bills & survival mode30:10:00 – Amanda enters: money manifesting & course side-eye33:30:00 – Final thoughts + season momentum36:43:17 – Podcast Outro

We’re still in Greece (Santorini) and this episode left me genuinely concerned about Meredith Marks. In Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 6, Episode 14 “My Big Fat Greek Mother’s Day,” the women split into groups, but Meredith’s energy is off. Between the TikTok trigger, the Mother’s Day phone call with Brooks, Lisa Barlow riding hard for her, and Meredith basically clocking out mid-excursion, something isn’t right in the water.Let me know in the comments: Is Meredith going through something serious, or am I seeing it differently?Shop my Merch Store:georgiotakounakis.com/shopTimestamps:00:00:00 - Episode Intro00:27:10 - Podcast Intro00:49:05 – RHOSLC S6E14 Recap Begins (Greece/Santorini + my Meredith concern)01:33:34 – Santorini + the group split (why this pairing is strategic)03:05:14 – Meredith’s energy feels “off” (TikTok trigger + what it might really be)06:05:04 – Mother’s Day call with Brooks (why Heather’s reaction annoyed me)08:10:29 – Meredith walks off in Santorini + returns for the cooking experience10:54:54 – Giovanni checks on Meredith (the “I’m very sad” moment)13:05:34 – Donkey ride group talks Meredith (Lisa’s loyalty + why it feels deeper)15:10:19 – Whitney’s apology + why it felt strategic (moving the season along)17:05:44 – Sprinter ride + “nap” moment (and the jaw/behavior that stood out)19:40:09 – Meredith “reboots” back at the villa (party story + shift in vibe)21:20:04 – Night out without Mary22:05:29 – “High Body Count Hair” trademark fight (Angie vs Britney)24:19:59 – Red pill context + why the phrase is controversial27:05:14 – Patent vs trademark explained (and why Britney was smart)30:20:34 – Final thoughts: does Meredith need a pause?32:15:24 – Reminders + wrap-up33:28:24 – Segment Ends33:47:16 - Podcast Outro

It’s Friday, December 12, and Georgio Says is back with a jam-packed episode covering major Housewives news and a full breakdown of RHOBH “Bear It All.” Plus—quick DMV fam update: Pasta Rituals is popping up at Union Kitchen on Barracks Row with free samples during happy hour and 20% off in-store.First, we get into the big headline: Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’s Bronwyn Newport confirms she and Todd Bradley have separated, and the rumor mill is already spinning about whether there’s a prenup and what this means heading into the RHOSLC reunion.Then we dive deep into Real Housewives of Beverly Hills with my recap of Episode 2 “Bearing It All,” including:Rachel Zoe understanding the assignment (and why this season already feels smoother)Kyle finally admitting the truth about falling hard for someone (yes, that storyline) and why it reportedly endedThe shifting public narrative around Mauricio, and why the timeline/optics keep getting messierDorit & PK: what’s really breaking her down, and why Kyle’s “middle ground” approach is driving me nutsThe nude sip-and-paint party chaos (because Beverly Hills will always Beverly Hills)Meeting new Housewife Amanda—Kyle’s former home buyer—plus her “manifesting money” vibe and why she might stir up the entire castTimestamps:00:00 – Friday Check-In + What’s Coming  00:37 – Georgio Says Podcast Intro  00:59 – Happy Friday Energy  01:21 – Pasta Rituals Pop-Up in DC + Where to Find Us  02:36 – RHOSLC: Bronwyn Newport & Todd Split (Reunion Reveal + No Prenup Rumor)  08:05 – RHOBH “Bear It All” Recap: Rachel Zoe, Kyle/Morgan Truth, Dorit vs PK, Amanda Enters  35:17 – Merch Update + Rate/Review + Subscribe  36:28 – OutroShop My Merch Store:www.georgiotakounakis.com/shop

Georgio Says is BACK. It’s Christmas season, the mics are on again, and we are diving straight into the mess: Jen Shah’s release, Wendy & Eddie’s legal drama, Angel eviction rumors, and the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City cast touching down in Greece.In this episode, I explain where I’ve been, why there’s been a gap in the podcast feed, and what I’ve been quietly building with my partner Jeff - our new frozen ravioli brand, Pasta Rituals. I walk you through how launching a food business has pulled focus, and how that inspired me to expand the podcast beyond just Bravo while still keeping all the Housewives chaos you love.If you’re watching on YouTube, please Like, Comment, Subscribe, and hit that Bell so you don’t miss new episodes. If you’re listening on audio, rate the Georgio Says Podcast 5 Stars, it helps more Bravo fans find us.Shop the Merch Store: www.georgiotakounakis.com/shopFollow @georgiosays everywhereShow some love to our frozen ravioli brand @pastarituals on InstagramTimestamps:00:00 – Intro & Welcome Back  00:41 – Georgio Says Intro Song  01:03 – Why I’ve Been MIA (Pasta Rituals, Life, Everything)  02:59 – Podcast Updates & New Format (Timestamps, Topics)  04:21 – Bravo News: Jen Shah Release, Wendy & Eddie, Angel Rumors  13:39 – RHOSLC Recap: Greece Trip, Meredith vs Heather, Bronwyn & Todd  35:37 – Closing Out, Dorit Merch Drop & Gratitude  38:31 – Georgio Says Outro Song

I’m back from a “this incline is illegal” Shenandoah hike and straight into my villain era, because whew—there’s a lot to say. We dive into the RHOP Season 10 premiere: Karen’s early release tease, Stacey’s TJ truth (or not), Ashley’s “Second Bloom,” the new girls Tia & Angel, and why that Kay vs. Wendy gripe ain’t gripping. Then we hit Miami’s reunion—Julia’s bombshell, Adriana’s edit, and the Marisol/Larsa machine—plus OC’s spring fling chaos: Tamra’s boiling point, Emily’s honesty, Heather’s loyalty math, and Gretchen dusting off Jeff Timmons like it’s 2010. Shop the Merch + Housewives & the Stars Tarot Deck:georgiotakounakis.com/shop

It’s a new month and a fresh episode of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City dropped. I kick things off by clarifying yesterday’s Bronwyn post (relax!!) and why the sealed-case vs. “drag Lisa over civil suits” energy feels hypocritical to ME.Then we dive into episode 3 titled "Dismissed". Angie’s sweet moment with her dad, Heather’s empty-nester paint swatches, Bronwyn’s house-of-chaos with Todd giving major ick, and Lisa rolling into lunch with full-on poster boards to “dismiss, dismiss, dismiss.” Whitney’s napkin toss, Meredith’s non-defense defense, and a table of people screaming about five different topics at once—peak RHOSLC! We Need To Talk About This!Shop My Merch!georgiotakounakis.com/shop

Kicking off with Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, I call out the double standard of dragging Lisa Barlow over civil suits while a cast mate’s sealed alleged criminal case can’t be discussed—what we know, what we don’t, and why the pile-on feels lazy. Then I stitch in my conversation with James to break down Orange County’s split trips: Tamra’s Temecula olive branches (strategy or sincerity?), Shannon’s stop-start trust, Heather’s Beverly Hills night complete with a pop-up paparazzo, Gretchen’s dusty studio allegations, and Gina’s growing confidence. It’s where both seasons actually are right now—messy, revealing, and setting the stage for Amsterdam and a spicy reunion. Watching on YouTube? Like/subscribe. Listening on audio? Drop those 5 stars.Shop my Merch!georgiotakounakis.com/shop

I have a conversation with Bill Alverson, a pageant and rush coach, criminal/divorce attorney, and the inspiration behind Netflix’s Insatiable - to talk about Lifetime’s A Sorority Mom’s Guide to Rush and everything that makes it tick. Bill shares how TikTok led producers to his 30+ years of coaching, why he insists moms are present for safety and transparency, and how his legal work shaped his stance on believing women while guarding against weaponized accusations—no matter the gender or relationship. We get real about being openly gay in small-town Alabama, “passive activism,” family dynamics around coming out, and why visibility at home matters. He breaks down the show’s authenticity (no contrived drama), the ethics of coaching, body image pitfalls (and how to dress for your body), reading the room, basic etiquette (say thank you!), and real progress in Greek life for women of color and LGBTQ+ students. We also dive into the wild ride from Coach Charming to Insatiable, how his life split into two characters on screen, and what he wants next. Stream A Sorority Mom’s Guide to Rush on the Lifetime app or MyLifetime.comFollow Bill Alverson:Instagram: @billalversonTikTok: @coach_charmingShop My Merch Collection!georgiotakounakis.com/shop