In this episode, Heidi and Brad welcome Claire Murchison from Fox's "The Floor" Season 1 to explore the thrilling new season. They dive into the details of Episode 1, discussing contestant preparations and offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the show. The conversation covers the revamped format and the diverse categories that challenge players,…

In this exciting episode of Reality Check with Heidi and Brad, the hosts sit down with Frannie from Survivor 44. The conversation kicks off with some playful banter about organ farming and buying Frannie’s kidney, setting a humorous tone for the episode. As the discussion progresses, Frannie opens up about her Survivor journey and her relationship …

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In this exciting episode of Reality Check, Brad and Heidi get locked up in the Big Brother House to chat with Izzy Lepanto Gleicher from Big Brother 25. Strap in for a wild ride as they cover everything from Big Brother to Survivor, with plenty of laughs and insights along the way. First up on the agenda? Izzy's experience after Big Brother 25 and …

Send us a text Interviewing @cynthiamruiz Cynthia is a spiritual healer, professor and author. We talk about her book “Finding Sane Relationships in a Crazy World”, it’s the 2nd edition she’s written. The book is a self help book and it’s intended for people who are working on personal development. We talk about working on yourself in order to buil…

On this episode of Reality Check, Brad and Heidi welcome Claire Murchison, a contestant on the hit Fox game show 'The Floor.' They discuss Claire's experience on the show, her background in reality TV, and her job in plumbing sales. They also talk about other reality shows like 'Big Brother' and 'Survivor.' Claire shares insights into the behind-th…

Send us a text Interviewing @yefreemontoyaa Yefree is a real estate agent based in Highland Park. Yefree is going back to school and he mentions that at some point he thought it was too late for him to go back. He shares his perspective on how he changed his mind and why it makes the most sense for him to go now. We focus this conversation on habit…

In this podcast episode, Brad and Heidi welcome Alexis Warr Burton, the winner of "So You Think You Can Dance," for an engaging discussion about her experiences as a professional dancer. They cover a wide range of topics, beginning with Alexis's move from Utah to Los Angeles and her favorite dance movies. Alexis recounts her journey on "So You Thin…

Send us a text Interviewing Rozalyn Lucero Corona IG: @chingonacommunity Roz is the founder of the nonprofit Chingona Community. In this interview we talk about her background and how she built the nonprofit. I asked her what the name represents and why she chose the name. We talk about the challenges and learning lessons since starting the Chingon…

On this week's episode Heidi and Brad welcome Survivor 44 and Heidi's pal, Jaime Lynn Ruiz. They open by talking about Heidi's upcoming vacation, Jamie's viral TikTok video about growing loofahs, and their interest in pickleball. They also discuss Tyson's pickleball match and the pickleball community. Jamie shares her excitement about learning to p…

Send us a text Interviewing @jamie.tijerina Jamie is a scientist at Caltech, community advocate, and president of the Highland Park heritage trust. In this interview we talk about Jamie’s background and how and why she decided to get involved in her community. We talk science, redlining, neighborhood council, and Covid.…

On this week's episode Brad and Heidi chat with Fox's Food Star Kamal Grant, a former reality show contestant and owner of Sublime Donuts in Atlanta. They discuss their experiences watching reality shows, Brad and Kamal dish on their long-standing friendship, and Kamal's journey from the military to becoming an entrepreneur. Kamal shares the story …

Send us a text Interviewing Javier @javier_kistte Javier works in the film industry. In this episode we talk about how he got started working in film. We talk about the writer's strike, failing in LA, nepotism, working on set, being a person of color in the film industry, DACA, and transplants that give people from LA the ick.…

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"I got this couple's massage at this place at the mall." On this episode, Brad and Heidi discuss various topics including film festivals, meeting Geena Davis, getting massages, driving preferences, reality TV, and bringing back nostalgic things like VHS players, leg warmers, value menus, malls, stick shift cars, and big hair. They talk about the re…

Send us a text Steve’s back just in time for pride month! 🌈(Coincidentally scheduling worked out that way). Steve’s the former owner of Holy Grounds Coffee Shop. There’s a lot of storytelling in this episode. We talk about men, the younger gay generations, dating apps, death, saving, being resourceful, hitchhiking, being a hippie, and growing out y…

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In this episode of Reality Check, Brad and Heidi sit down with Dan Bartolomeo, a contestant from the reality show Squid Game. Dan, who is also a physician assistant, provides a fascinating look into his time on the show, his childhood, and his professional life. He shares the unique challenges he faced during the intense games and the strategies he…

Send us a text Interviewing Arthur Arabatlian IG: @the.art.in.wealth Art likes helping people with their finances. We talk about investing, finance terms that confuse me, we talk about our shared trauma in the workplace. The difference between Roth and Traditional IRA. High yield savings accounts. Stocks. Life insurance. Living within your means. B…

In this podcast episode, Brad and Heidi engage in a lively conversation with Teresa Newton, a former contestant on "Traitors: Australia." They delve into their shared enthusiasm for the show, comparing its American and Australian iterations. Teresa recounts her behind-the-scenes experience, shedding light on the distinct reality TV culture Down Und…

Send us a text Interviewing Foo Howser aka Javier Servin IG: @Californiography Foo Howser is our history homie teaching us the history of California and more! In this episode I asked him to teach us some history about my hometown, Highland Park. We cover some of the mom and pop shops that have managed to stay in business through gentrification. We …

Send us a text -Shit has hit the fan with our lives, jokes on us. -Drake and Kendrick just need to kiss -Don’t stop the music -Latina MedSpa -Dune -There was a scary guy on the plane -Meatball subs -The dark arts of marketing/advertising -Are protests effective anymore? -The gentrification of working class items -I was homophobic with a gay dog onc…

In this podcast episode, Brad and Heidi sit down with Robert "Bam" Nieves from "The Traitors" to dive into various topics ranging from reality TV to self-confidence, childhood experiences, and representation in the media. They start by discussing their binge-watching experience of "The Traitors" and the lack of marketing for its first season. Bam s…

Send us a text Interviewing Tina Arroyos IG: @__tinalatina__ Tina is a self taught Queer Chicana artist from Santa Ana, Orange County. In this interview we talk a lot about her upbringing. Being a teen mom, realizing she’s gay, and partying at a young age. She talks about not realizing she was an artist until later on in life. Being a bully. Gettin…

Send us a text We’re in Phuket Thailand and dance is life!Autor: Alexis Chavez

"Reality Check: Love, Laughter, and the Unfiltered Truth with Jackie Bonds from Love is Blind Season 4! Dive into the juicy world of reality TV with Heidi and Brad as they unpack all the drama, laughs, and surprises with Jackie Bonds. From her unexpected journey on Love is Blind to the trials of navigating romance under the spotlight, nothing is of…

Send us a text Interviewing Andrea Ramirez IG: @Mextica Andrea is a community taught artist based in Los Angeles. In this interview we talk about her journey of becoming an artist. We talk about how she created her artist name. She explains some of the history, traditions, and culture behind her art. We talk about “the rules” of becoming an artist.…

Send us a text -We talk $20 an hour -Nickelodeon and that documentary.. -Generational wealth -People using their culture as the only source for contentAutor: Alexis Chavez

In this electrifying episode of Reality Check with Heidi and Brad, listeners are treated to an exclusive chat with Trey, a contestant from the American version of Squid Game: The Challenge. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of laughter, insights, and behind-the-scenes secrets as Trey spills the beans on everything from reality TV to his love for H…

Send us a text Interviewing Garth Trinidad IG: @garthtrinidad Garth is a Los Angeles based dj, radio personality and overall a music lover amongst many of his other roles. Garth is well known for his previous music supervisor/dj role at KCRW. KCRW (89.9) is a public radio station based in Los Angeles. In this episode we talk about how Garth began h…

Send us a text Flirting vs Cheating Guys and girls being friends Having friends that you’ve slept with Staying friends with your ex Following your ex on social media Who moves on faster? Anxious attachment and avoidant attachment Texting another girl when he was drunk Fetishes Being offered to get enhanced.. Going to sleep mad LIB reunion Can you g…

In this exciting episode of Reality Check, Brad and Heidi get locked up in the Big Brother House to chat with Izzy Lepanto Gleicher from Big Brother 25. Strap in for a wild ride as they cover everything from Big Brother to Survivor, with plenty of laughs and insights along the way. First up on the agenda? Izzy's experience after Big Brother 25 and …

Send us a text Interviewing Yesika Salgado IG: @yesikastarr Yesika is a Los Angeles based Salvadoran poet and author of Corazón, Tesoro and Hermosa. In this interview we talk about a little of everything. We talk about gentrification in both of our hometowns, being diagnosed with bipolar II as a teenager, being fetishized by men online, the latest …

Send us a text Just going on rants in this episode. Ariana Grande, Logic, Smashmouth and Love is Blind conversation.Autor: Alexis Chavez

In this insightful episode of "Reality Check with Heidi and Brad," the hosts embark on a wild journey with Sara Kunz, a former contestant on Naked and Afraid. The conversation unfolds like a comedy of survival, blending Sara's childhood escapades in Hawaii, her whimsical detour into the circus industry, and the ultimate test of her mettle in the un…

Send us a text Interview with Georgina Avilez IG: @iamgeorginaavilez Georgina Avilez is the senior program director for Mother's Against Drunk Driving and is also one of the co- organizers for a monthly community mixer that takes place at La Placita Olvera. Georgina is in the process of writing her own books, one being dedicated to her dad's recent…

In this riveting episode of Reality Check with Heidi and Brad former Big Brother 16 contestant Christine joins the show for an insightful discussion about her journey on the reality TV show and beyond. From the excitement of receiving the key to enter the Big Brother house to the challenges of living and strategizing within its walls, Christine off…

In this engaging episode of "Reality Check with Heidi and Brad," Leigh Orleans takes center stage as she shares the fascinating journey of her life, from childhood to pursuing her passion for cooking on the reality TV show Hell's Kitchen. The hosts, Heidi and Brad, dive deep into Leigh's experiences, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at t…

Send us a text There's some changes in this episode and theres changes to the podcast overall! In this episode we were supposed to cover Disney Channel original movies (I think they're pretty good movies!) but yeah we ended up talking about our favorite deep conversation topics, people that talk down on therapy or people that invalidate you by tell…

Send us a text Mike is a good friend of mine. He's originally from Long Beach CA and currently owns his own trucking transportation business. Mike's past doesn't define him but in this interview he talks about how his past has made him the man he is today. Mike was wrongfully convicted for more than half of his life and although in his youth he was…

Send us a text Johan's back on the pod. -Whats your favorite potato dish-Haters-People that follow & watch your stories but don't say hi-Self conscious posting stories-Salsa bars are becoming extinct-Villas Tacos-Where's radio and journalism going?**$500 Gig Opportunity**-Whats so funny?-Taylor Swift is equivalent to white rice?-Keep it real-Miss W…

Send us a text Uhms and likes, fat checks, seasonal depression, highest you ever been, Costco return policy, Taylor Swift, SZA, and Billie Eilish.Autor: Alexis Chavez

Send us a text Bible shit, peeing on someone’s stuff, fat checks, did you call the cops?, like a good neighbor, stores that are fronts, shoutout heady fm, shoutout to the Montoya family, crazy neighbor stories, good neighbor stories and more fat checks.Autor: Alexis Chavez

Send us a text In this episode I have a conversation with authors Cynthia M Ruiz and Jennie Estrada. We talk about the exploitation of Native medicine, the power of perspective, community and rituals, Mother Nature, tapping into your intuition, ¡Yo Tambien!, moving forward from sexual assault, trauma in Latino families, healing and spirituality, im…

Send us a text Break ups suck. -Cheating -Entanglements -Girl math -Being dumped -Not wanting labels -Sancha's -Is it age appropriate? -How soon after breakups can you start dating again?Autor: Alexis Chavez

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Send us a text Interviewing Frank Romero. Frank Romero is a Chicano artist and muralist. He cofounded the art collective Los Four. Los Four were the first four Chicano artists to have their art displayed at LACMA. The collective was influential in bringing the Chicano art movement to the mainstream art scene and into major art museums. In this inte…

Send us a text -Imaginary Friends-Possessed Cars-Staring at your parents while they sleep-Sleepwalking -Sleep fighting -Talking in your sleep-The movie US -Metaphors and symbolism in moviesAutor: Alexis Chavez

Send us a text Episode with @lordlucid_ -Girl Dinner -Swamp vibes -Snapchat-Cage matching -Sparkles or Sandpaper -UPN 13 -Disney Channel original movies -It's a whole day for hair-Traction alopecia-Hair loss -Hair removal-SkinAutor: Alexis Chavez