The Real Reality

What’s it really like to paint yourself green and belt out “Defying Gravity” eight times a week? In this episode of The Real Reality, Storage Wars star Brandi Passante sits down with Broadway powerhouse Talia Suskauer (Wicked, Be More Chill) for an unfiltered deep dive into the highs, lows, and behind-the-scenes secrets of life on stage.

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Talia opens up about:


The moment she knew she wanted to be an actor


The thrill and pressure of playing Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway


The realities and challenges of building a sustainable career in theatre


The difference between performing in NYC vs. touring on the road


The sacrifices, surprises, and raw truths you never see from the audience

It’s real talk about one of the most iconic roles in musical theatre and the not-so-glamorous parts of chasing your dreams under the spotlight.

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What’s it really like to play one of TV’s most chilling serial killers? In this episode of The Real Reality, Storage Wars star Brandi Passante sits down with Emmy-nominated actor Cameron Britton (Mindhunter, The Umbrella Academy, Mickey 17) for a brutally honest conversation about acting, fame, and life in Hollywood.

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Cameron opens up about:
-The moment he knew he wanted to be an actor
-What it’s like working with Hollywood legends like Tom Hanks, Kristen Bell, Mary J. Blige, and Jonathan Groff
-The challenges of playing Ed Kemper and how it affected him
-The difficult road to breaking into the industry and the hurdles along the way
-Hard truths and advice for anyone chasing an acting career

No fluff, no PR script—just the raw, real, and sometimes gritty truth about working in entertainment.

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What’s it really like to compete on and win American Idol? On this episode of The Real Reality, Storage Wars star Brandi Passante sits down with Abi Carter, the powerhouse vocalist and winner of American Idol 2024, for an unfiltered conversation about her journey to the top.

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Abi opens up about:


How she first started out in music


The story behind how she was discovered for American Idol


What the audition and competition process was really like behind the scenes


The highs, lows, and pressures of performing live on national TV


Her vision for the future as a recording artist

It’s raw, inspiring, and way more real than anything you’ve seen on TV. If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping into the spotlight, this episode is a must-listen.

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From Disney Star to Real Life Struggles: Bradley Steven Perry Gets Real with Brandi Passante

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What really happens when you grow up on the Disney Channel? In this episode of The Real Reality, Storage Wars star Brandi Passante sits down with actor Bradley Steven Perry (Good Luck Charlie, Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure) for an unfiltered conversation you won’t see anywhere else.

Bradley opens up about:


How he got his start in Hollywood


What it’s really like growing up on a hit Disney Channel show


Life after child stardom and the struggles of staying relevant


The highs, lows, and harsh realities of pursuing a career in entertainment


Real-world advice for anyone dreaming of breaking into the industry

No PR fluff, no sugarcoating—just the raw truth about fame, career challenges, and life after Disney.

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Reality TV meets YouTube royalty. Storage Wars star Brandi Passante sits down with YouTuber Rachel Ballinger for a brutally honest conversation about what it really takes to make it online.

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In this episode, Rachel opens up about how she got her start on YouTube, the grind of producing endless content without a team, and the constant battle to stay relevant in a world that moves at lightning speed. The two get real about the ugly side of internet fame—from trolls to burnout to the fallout of public controversies—including Rachel’s perspective on what happened to her sister, Colleen.

Whether you’re curious about the behind-the-scenes of social media stardom, or you’re dreaming of starting your own content creation career, this episode delivers unfiltered truth, insider tips, and a few stories that will make your jaw drop.

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