This Side of the Hill

Jason Caperna is back with Jared Lips for a much needed catch up. Jared is shocked to discover that Jason is now a fan of several Real Housewives franchises and even ends this episode with thoughts on his 3 current faves. Jared goes into detail about Heated Rivalry which leads to a discussion on the importance of gay stories and the question of why still so much stigma in sports? The duo discuss the passage of time and how one internet user, by the name of Tamara, has inspired thousands to live in the moment and hold their private rituals close to the heart. Because of buttons. Jared talks all about a Hinge date that went off the rails once the potential suitor revealed quite a shocking prejudice. Jason's ever changing Tik Tok algorithm brought him to an amazing makeup artist who handles online trolls in the most clever of ways. Jason and Jared also breakdown "Peasant Brain" the fascinating devolution of humans to revert back to the same thought process of medieval peasants who believed in monsters, magic and blood lettings.

Hi friends, Jared here! We're back with a (partially) new but unique episode. Kicking things off, I'm discussing the 2026 Critics' Choice Awards, Ariana Grande's reputation and how horror movies are becoming Oscar nominees. Then it's a throwback to 2024 and the very first episode of this podcast. Janet and Jason dive into how they feel just 12 hours after The Valley's series debut. We also read mini biographies written by each other and discuss being NPCs; it's wild to hear what's changed, how we've changed and what always stays the same. Thanks for listening; talk to you every Wednesday!

It's the last day of 2025 and Janet and Jared are discussing a plethora of pressing issues. They chat about their peaks and valleys of the past year and what resolutions they've made going into 2026. Jared reveals his panic attack after unwittingly being surrounded by really tall people in the desert. Janet shares the joy of taking her son to Dave & Buster's for the first time. Jared is still online dating, Janet has a theory about Christmas Eve and both share their Palm Springs trip that included a visit to the fever dream that is Jimmy B's.

What a merry Christmas Eve as the gang welcomes Michelle Saniei to the podcast! Janet and Jared make the journey to the other side of the hill to visit Janet's The Valley co star. Michelle shares what she's been up to as a single mom, successful realtor and newfound TV star. The trio dive into Michelle's past and discover what made her an interesting, if not unexpected, Hooters' girl. Michelle shares how her multi cultural upbringing shaped not just her food choices and dialect, but how she perceives the world at large. The friends discuss the holidays and how they plan to celebrate as well as their favorite decor. Janet and Jared quiz Michelle on her knowledge of fast food culture and detour into the perils of online dating, regardless of your sexual orientation.

Jared and Janet are back after a visit to Enchant LA, a staycation at The Beverly Hills Hotel and a journey into the mind of Timothee Chalamet's biggest fan (and incidentally Kylie Jenner's biggest hater). Jared shares his aspirations of being a professional luncheon lady while Janet wants to understand the inner workings of these exclusive and elusive lunch groups. The duo discuss the magic of manufacturing winter wonderlands right here in sunny Los Angeles and the joy of over the top holiday decor. Jared shares the valuable lesson his four year old nephew recently learned which leads the pair to ponder how complex growing up really is!

Janet and Jared are back, and extra chatty. The duo unpack their night at Matt Rogers’ iconic Christmas show and get into his talent & how it hits so perfectly for campy, gay, millennial Xmas vibes. They look at each other’s Spotify Wrapped; Janet learns her listening age is quite literally 80 years old. Jared reveals his number one song and that Paint the Town Red is in his top 5 for three years now and what that means for Doja Cat. Janet breaks down #Michaelsgate,then Jared shares the details of trip to the local Michaels and the shock of seeing the price gouging happening in person (allegedly). Jared shares all about the attention his new Betsy Johnson Gingerbread House purse. The besties also debrief on Thanksgiving, chat about life as a swing set household and some of their upcoming holiday plans.

Janet, Jason and Jared revisit some of their favorite stories, funniest moments and a couple of cutting room floor chats that are finally making their way to the airwaves. Janet recounts the bougie butcher that led her to the famous $400 Spanish Turkey, Jason shares how he almost ended up on The Bachelorette (and what put a stop to finding true love on TV) and Jared discusses how quickly he would not survive any sort of apocalyptic event. The trio also discuss Glenn Powell, the 'Rich Man/Poor Man' test and the chaotic joy that was early 2000's MTV reality television.

It's the day before Thanksgiving and Janet and Jared are having a proper gab sesh. From the Christmas village scam plaguing Tiddy City to the real life Christmas village inside a mall, the bffs are certainly feeling festive. Jared shares an update on his love life and a weird interaction at McDonalds that required both pepper spray and a foul mouth. The duo reminisce a bit more about BravoCon, and their love of Heather Gay. Janet describes the joy of a Sabrina Carpenter show and the impact of a dessert cart. Jared is finally seeing Wicked: For Good and is curious of the film's reception, but has a theory. Of course the besties chat all about Thanksgiving fixins' and the dishes that define the holiday (green bean casserole hive rise up) and their big plans for the holiday.

After a fun fueled weekend in Vegas, Janet, Jason and Jared are breaking down all things BravoCon. Answering listener submitted questions, the trio discuss their first timer's experience and all the behind the scenes hoopla. Which housewife shocked Janet the most? Who made Jason curse? Did Jared join Mary Cosby's church? So many burning questions are finally answered! Thanks to all the listeners for asking such fun, witty and (slightly) shady questions.