Reality TV fans, buckle up! Two of The Real Housewives of Orange County’s most talked-about personalities, Kelly Dodd and Vicki Gunvalson, are teaming up for a brand-new podcast. Known for their outspoken and sometimes divisive presence on the show, Kelly and Vicki’s collaboration promises to deliver plenty of candid moments and unapologetic opinions, just like their time on the Bravo series.
Kelly broke the news on her existing podcast with husband Rick Leventhal, The Rick and Kelly Show, sparking immediate buzz
Both Kelly and Vicki are iconic, if sometimes polarizing, figures in the RHOC universe. Vicki Gunvalson is often credited as one of the original OGs of the franchise. She joined the show at its inception in 2006 and remained a staple for 14 seasons, earning the nickname “The OG of Bravo.” Her storyline often revolved around her family drama, business ventures, and famously candid personality. Vicki’s time on the show cemented her as a reality TV powerhouse, but it also included public battles — from feuds with co-stars to struggles in her personal life, including health battles and relationship ups and downs.
Kelly Dodd joined RHOC much later, appearing from Season 11 (2016) to Season 14 (2020). Known for her outspoken, no-holds-barred style, Kelly quickly became one of the more controversial figures in the cast. Her unfiltered opinions often sparked heated moments, and she became infamous for calling out fellow cast members, sometimes even crossing the line, which eventually led to her exit from the show.
Since leaving the show, both Kelly and Vicki have continued to stir the pot. Kelly, in particular, has been outspoken on social media and in interviews, frequently calling out former castmate. Her blunt approach has made headlines multiple times, keeping her very much in the public eye for reasons beyond reality TV drama.
Vicki, too, hasn’t shied away from controversy post-RHOC. She has addressed her departures from the show and various rumors head-on, often critiquing the Housewives franchise and her former castmates. In interviews and on social media, Vicki has made pointed comments about cast dynamics and even some of the newer Housewives, fueling fan speculation and drama.
Kelly and Vicki’s announcement comes as a surprise to some, but it makes strategic sense, podcasts have become the new playground for Housewives stars to share stories, air grievances, and connect directly with their audience without Bravo’s editorial oversight. The pair are following in the footsteps of Two Ts in a Pod, the popular joint podcast hosted by Tamra Judge and Teddi Mellencamp, which dives into Housewives drama and personal stories.
While Kelly hasn’t yet shared a launch date or format details, it’s likely the podcast will be a mix of Housewives gossip, behind-the-scenes stories, and candid commentary on Bravo’s franchise. Given both women’s reputations for calling out castmates, fans should prepare for plenty of juicy revelations and perhaps some fresh controversies.
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