She's Speaking with Emily Hanks

Emily is a connoisseur of the finest reality television, an appreciator of exceptional scripted shows, and who doesn't love True Crime? If you missed the week's entertainment news, she's got you covered with the Weekly Wrap Up every Sunday! Emily believes that TV is to be used as a form of self-care and therapy, which is why she is an utter and complete mess!

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576
RHOBH - The One Where Emily Apologizes with Pia
<p>Pia and I get into our updated theory on the Dorit robbery, and I issue a heartfelt apology to Dorit. Just because I don't understand her seemingly disingenuous form of grieving doesn't mean it's not real. And honey after seeing her in that sorry little headband look, I know this was serious. I actually issue an apology to Sutton as well! I doubted her whole "triggered" story, but I do believe she's just an odd bird and that she actually was just processing things weird.</p><p>Between Garcelle advocating for Crystal, Kyle gaslighting everyone, and Sutton not taking Erika's shit WE ARE LIVING!!&nbsp;</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p>SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxspMsBruMQjN265ZGNoV1A</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW PIA ON IG &amp; TIKTOK - @piagetv</strong></em></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
117 min
577
RHOBH - There Goes Her Storyline with Pia
<p>RHOBH Season 12 Episode 2 - Rinna was so excited to drag out Charity Gate for an entire season...</p><p>Pia and I discuss the Dorit Robbery and continue our journey towards cancellation. We admire Garcelle's ability to navigate this group with ease and swagger, and we laugh at Sutton's cringeworthy inability to commit to a villain role.&nbsp;</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Follow Pia on IG and TikTok @piagetv</strong></em></p>
136 min
578
Summer House - Tainted by Lindsay with Pia
<p>Summer House Reunion Part 2- Season 6 has come to an end!</p><p>Pia and I discuss the Austen Ciara Lindsay love triangle for the last time! We explain why Paige is the biggest loser of the whole reunion, and how Amanda is going to regret betting on the mean girls in the end.</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Follow Pia on TikTok and IG @piagetv</strong></em></p>
122 min
579
RHOBH - Find the Phone! with Pia
<p>Pia and I recap the premiere of Beverly Hills! We are prepared for the heat we may get for the things we said....</p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Follow Pia on TikTok and IG - @piagetv</strong></em></p>
113 min
580
Summer House - Paige Blocked Me with Pia
<p>First of all! I have Covid, so please feel bad for me. Second of all! Comments By Bravo shared my post. Third of all! Us Weekly used my post in an article. Fourth of all! Paige blocked me. So many things to cover!</p><p>Pia and I recap part 1 of the Summer House Reunion. I share what Lindsay DM'd me after she commented on my now VIRAL (maybe that's an overstatement) post. We break it all the way down with the whole Austen Love Triangle, and we both know how to call it FAIR! We do not have blinders on, which is why I love love LOVE recording with my friend Pia! Give her a follow on IG and TikTok @piagetv</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p>
126 min
581
Summer House - Summer Should Be Done with Pia
<p>My Weekly Panel is down a man because this little lady can't handle the amount of editing that goes into 2 consistent guests :( &nbsp;Curtis will be back! But Pia is here to recap the Summer House finale! No Kandi and the Gang, because (honestly) I forgot to watch!!! The RHOA Premiere got me so distracted :)</p><p>I may get some heat for my very unfiltered hot takes, but I just need to speak freely here on this podcast. It's just for us anyway, so if you have any feels that you want to share hit me up at shespeaksbravo@gmail.com!!</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Follow Pia on IG and TikTok - @piagetv</strong></em></p>
107 min
582
RHONJ - Thirsty & Toxic with Mani
<p>Mani, host of the podcast Mixing with Mani, joined me to recap the finale episode of RHONJ. It's funny how we JUST talked about Louie possibly not being as bad as we thought... and then.......</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Follow Mani - @mixingwithmani</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Mani's Podcast - Mixing with Mani (all major platforms)</strong></em></p>
74 min
583
RHONJ - Hypocrisy Much?
<p>Mani from the podcast Mixing with Mani had a last minute emergency, so the show must go on! This episode was truly abysmal anyway, so I might as well not make another human suffer through a recap of such a mess.</p><p>Once again, we got a ton of filler - WHY DID WE WATCH AN ENTIRE SCENE OF THEM COMING UP WITH LYRICS FOR THAT COUNTRY SONG? The dinner scene had some funny dialogue until Teresa decided to, yet again, body shame Margaret. Needless to say, I was triggered.&nbsp;</p><p>Thank you to all who listen! I just want to take a minute and let you know how much I love and appreciate you guys!</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>SHOP Omorfie with the code EMILY15 and get 15% Off!</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Follow them on IG @omorfie</strong></em></p>
50 min
584
Summer House - Summer Theater with Pia & Curtis
<p>The Weekly Round Table is back to our regularly long-winded programming! First, it's a doubleheader Kandi &amp; the Gang recap! Then we get all the way into Summer House.</p><p>That episode was like a stage play, and everyone was committed to their roles. Among all the analyses, we manage to discuss our venture into feet pics and Only Fans curiosity.&nbsp;</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Check out Curtis &amp; Pia:</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Follow Pia @piagetv</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Follow Curtis @curtiss.reed</strong></em></p>
142 min
585
RHONJ - Attempted Murder with Pia
<p>I missed my one-on-one time with Pia, and she hadn't been able to express her burning RHONJ opinions! So it just made sense that we would recap this bombshell episode together. It was literally Table Flip 2.0. Almost shot for shot, line for line.</p><p>Pia wasn't aware of the full scope of the allegations against Louie, so you KNOW I had to fill her in. I got to watch her formulate new opinions in real-time. We talked through everything, including the possibility that maybe Jackie should take next season off to take care of herself. Also, why the hell did they pick Nashville for their cast trip?? And in just some basic house in some basic residential neighborhood?&nbsp;</p><p>We discuss the Teresa vs. Margaret situation OBVIOUSLY. We do not fault Margaret for bringing up rumors and gossip because it makes good tv, but we do fault her for pretending to be so innocent and unaware of what a "blogger" even is!</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</p><p><br></p><p>WANT MORE PIA:</p><p>Follow on IG @piagetv</p><p>Check out Hella Awkward @hellawkwardcards</p><p>www.hellaawkward.com</p>
105 min
586
Summer House - Diving into the Deep End with Pi...
<p>Our Weekly Panel Discussion had a challenge this week! We had to recap an entire episode in under an hour! It was SO HARD, but somehow we made it happen! *We had to skip Kandi and the Gang, but I promise to get to it later when I recap RHONJ!</p><p>This wasn't the most exciting episode, and we caught quite a few overly produced moments, but at the end of the day, Summer House remains the least toxic show on Bravo. Lindsay is full of heart, albeit unhinged in her pink hair and full-blown baby voice. The younger girls are prone to judgment, but who isn't at that age? We tackle the odd prenup dilemma, and Pia picks up on Ciara pulling some Hannah moves with Mya...</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</p><p><br></p><p>CHECK OUT MORE FROM MY AMAZING GUESTS HERE:</p><ul> <li>Follow Pia @piagetv</li> <li>Follow Curtis @curtiss.reed</li> <li>Follow @hellaawkwardcards</li> <li>Check out Curtis's biz www.quickassignllc.com</li></ul>
55 min
587
Hot Topics with Ryan Bailey
<p>I got to talk to one of the big-time guys, Ryan Bailey! We sorta go all over the place - we get into nerdy actor life stuff, what it's like to navigate friendships with Bravolebs, and OF COURSE a little bit of Bravo!&nbsp;</p><p>We recorded this the day before the BH trailer dropped, so he gave me his predictions for the season of BH. He actually thought that Erika was going to get a REDEMPTION season... after seeing her scream "I DON'T GIVE A F*CK ABOUT ANYBODY ELSE BUT ME" I think we can assume that's not going to happen.</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><em>YOU KNOW WHERE TO FIND RYAN BAILEY RIGHT? ;)</em></p>
66 min
588
RHONJ - Everyone is Wrong on Jersey with Taria
<p>It's another mega-sized 2-hour recap show for you guys! Because I missed last week, Taria was a trooper and recapped both Episodes 9 and 10 with me! I had to bring in reinforcements to help me decide how I feel on Jersey. And after a 2 hour recording session... I still don't know where I stand! One thing I do know for sure is that Jackie is incredibly brave for sharing her eating disorder journey with us!&nbsp;</p><p>We get into the complicated dynamics regarding Teresa's workout line, Gia's involvement in it, and the body-shaming at the softball game. Taria fills me in on her concerns when it comes to Dolores, and I was SHOCKED by some of her statements; they really made me think.&nbsp;</p><p>I let Taria take the lead on how we *really* feel about Teresa, and once she opened the door, I walked right through and spoke my TRUTH! I'm sure Tre Huggers will be coming for me :(</p><p>This is the most emotional episode I've recorded so far because the Jackie ED stuff hits very close to home. It is a little scary for me to post sooooooo... here goes nothing!</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, LEAVE A NICE REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>WANT MORE TARIA?</strong></p><p><strong>PODCAST: </strong><em>What Else is Going On with Taria Faison</em></p><p><strong>Social Media - </strong><em>@weigopodcast</em></p>
133 min
589
Summer House - Justice for Danielle with Pia & ...
<p>I am coming to you live from Spring Break in Florida! And by Spring Break, I mean Vero Beach, Florida. And by Vero Beach, Florida I mean a retirement community where I am taking care of my 99 year old grandmother :)</p><p>All that to say that my wifi connection is spotty, so the quality of this podcast is not my best work. But nothing will stop the pod! Thank you to Pia and Curtis for being such good sports through all of the technical difficulties!</p><p>We first recap Kandi and the Gang and discuss how much Philip has warmed our hearts. Hell, even Patrick (that idiot) won us over swinging on that hammock drinking his juice. The cast and their relationships are forming into such special television. Except TODD! We finally see what Mama Joyce has been talking about all these years!!</p><p>Next up is Summer House and you KNOW we all were riding hard for Danielle. Our true MVP. Our true QUEEN! Ciara is lucky she didn't throw that glass at Pia or Curtis, because they get into what they woulda done and uhhhhhh.... tune in to hear about it!</p><p>PLEASE RATE ME 5 STARS, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p>
129 min
590
Summer House - Messy Craige with Pia and Curtis
<p>I'm pulling a Bravo move and sneaking in a Kandi and the Gang recap inside a Summer House recap. Even if I recruit 1 new viewer, it was worth it! If you have worked in a restaurant, you will connect to this show! It is not like VPR, where we never saw any authentic operational scenes. Kandi and the Gang gives us real restaurant dynamics, and the cast is stellar!</p><p>We also have a new guest on the pod! Curtis is an old friend of mine who is a huge reality tv fan! He will definitely be returning. He was perfect to join Pia and me in recapping Kandi and Summer House. You get 3 different perspectives on the Lindsay/Ciara/Paige/Austen/Craig situation, which has become an EXHAUSTING conversation on social media, if I'm being honest.&nbsp;</p><p>PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><br></p>
140 min
591
Weekly Roundup Episode 10 - RHONJ & Summer Hous...
<p>My friend Pia is back to help me dissect that utterly insane episode of Summer House! She is fully Team Lindsay, and I am a bit more critical of our chaos queen. It is interesting to get 2 different perspectives on such a polarizing situation in the Bravoverse!</p><p>I recap that total filler RHONJ episode, I HATE WHEN THEY DO THAT!! I explain the ways they could have fit in more of the good stuff rather than clearly dragging out the season with those BS scenes like Dolores fake shopping for her mom with Frank (insert eye roll).</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
149 min
592
Weekly Roundup Episode 9 - RHOSLC, & RHONJ - SL...
<p>We can finally put that dreadful RHOSLC reunion to bed. Goodnight! Sweet dreams! Go away...&nbsp;</p><p>No Summer House this week so I got off easy (I'll take it!). I get into RHONJ and discuss my very real concerns regarding Louie's love bombing and Teresa's inability to see it. I also cover Jennifer's journey through reopening a 10-year-old wound that is Bill's affair, and how lucky we are that we get such a raw and layered season.</p><p>PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p>
90 min
593
Sam Levinson is Irresponsible with @bravoandbooze
<p>Mattie is one of my first friends on IG!! She's also a huge Euphoria fan, so therefore the perfect choice to discuss that Finale. We really focused on what we wish we had gotten more of from the LAST EPISODE FOR 2 YEARS! The audacity of Sam Levinson! He left so many holes! So many questions! Mattie and I do not hold back :)</p><p>PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Want more Mattie:</strong></p><p><strong>IG - </strong><em>@bravoandbooze</em></p><p><strong>Twitter - </strong><em>@bravoandb</em></p>
72 min
594
Weekly Roundup Episode 8 - RHOSLC, & Summer Hou...
<p>Nyemade, That African Butterfly, joins me to talk about that EPIC Summer House episode. We break down the Lindsay/Ciara/Austen triangle, discuss our frustrations with Amanda (yes, Amanda), and how we hope Lindsay got some birthday booty.</p><p>I then recap RHOSLC, and I do NOT hold back on Heather. Right before I sat down to record, I saw some receipts that changed my whole perspective on the group dynamics. Needless to say, I came in HOT!</p><p>PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Want more Nyemade:</strong></p><p><strong>YouTube</strong> - <em>African Butterfly</em></p><p><strong>Instagram</strong> - <em>@thatafricanbutterfly</em></p>
113 min
595
Weekly Roundup Episode 7 - RHOSLC, RHOM, RHONJ ...
<p>I have TikTok stars on the pod today! Lauren @thezenblonde and John @itsjohnjoseph are here to share their DIFFERENT (than mine) opinions on RHONJ and RHOSLC! We talk about Housewife swapping between franchises, Teresa gaslighting the viewers, and John breaks my heart over his hatred of Lisa Barlow.</p><p>I also recap Summer House and part one of the Miami Reunion. I get into Kyle and Amanda, Larsa's "real" booty, and I explain why Miami casting could teach OC a thing or two!</p><p>PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Want more Lauren and John:</strong></p><p><strong>Lauren Podcast - </strong><em>The Zen Blonde with Lauren Skae</em></p><p><strong>Lauren TikTok &amp; IG - </strong><em>@thezenblonde</em></p><p><strong>John TikTok - </strong><em>@itsjohnjoseph</em></p><p><strong>John IG</strong><em> - @johnjosephmusic</em></p>
130 min
596
The Office, etc with Donny
<p>Donny is watching The Office FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HIS LIFE!! I couldn't believe it, so I had to have him on to share his thoughts. Bingeing the series fresh in 2022 is a whole different experience than what I had. I am happy to report that Donny hates Pam too :)</p><p>We go on some fun TV tangents, like why we both dislike reboots, and which shows had the best series finales. Just a fun bonus episode with one of my favorite people!</p><p>PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE &amp; SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Want more Donny?</strong></p><p><em><strong>Nostalgia Podcast</strong></em><em> - I am the Cute One, a podcast by The Dipp</em></p><p><em><strong>Bravo Podcast</strong></em><em> - Know That, A Real Housewives Podcast</em></p><p><em><strong>IG</strong></em><em> - @realdonnywood</em></p>
66 min
597
Weekly Roundup Episode 6 - RHOSLC, RHOM, RHONJ ...
<p>In lieu of a full recap episode, my friend Diana Gebbia joins me to do a light State of the Union on RHOM, RHOSLC, RHONJ, and Summer House.</p><p>We discuss how Kyle and Amanda could absolutely divorce and still maintain a good working relationship. We would get the opportunity to watch a friend group navigate such a big split. This is our official pitch to both Bravo and Kymanda :)</p><p>PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE! SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p><p><strong>Want more from Diana?</strong></p><p><em><strong>Podcast</strong></em><em> - Bleav in Bravo Besties</em></p><p><em><strong>IG &amp; TikTok</strong></em><em> - @dianagebbia</em></p><p><br></p>
88 min
598
VPR Season 2 #3 - VPR SLAPS with Pia
<p>I am finally revisiting my classic VPR recap series! I last left you on Season 2 Episode 11, and I am picking it back up with my friend Pia for a double episode! We recap Episodes 12 and 13, and go into so many tangents on the good old days of VPR!</p><p>LISTEN, RATE, REVIEW &amp; SUBSCRIBE!</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p>
98 min
599
Weekly Roundup Episode 5 - RHOSLC, RHOM, RHONJ,...
<p>How amazing was that Summer House episode?? As a white woman, I know that I can't understand where Mya and Ciara are coming from. So I brought back my good friend, Pia, a beautiful black woman, to share her thoughts and experience.</p><p>I also struggle to figure out my stance on RHONJ. It's a tricky little beast and I need to see more before I can land on my decision.</p><p>Oh and I guess I recap RHOM.... but I wasn't happy about it. I explain my change of heart, but I would love to hear your thoughts. Maybe I'm just being too tough! Message me on IG @shespeaksbravo and let me know how you're feeling about Miami!</p><p>PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE! SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS :)</p><p><em><strong>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, TIKTOK, &amp; FB - @shespeaksbravo</strong></em></p>
102 min
600
Euphoria & Succession with Kaya Wilson
<p>Television guru, <strong>Kaya Wilson</strong> from <strong>Bravo While Black</strong>, is here to talk <strong>Euphoria</strong> and <strong>Succession</strong>! She's a Kendall girl, I'm a Roman fan, but we both agree that Shiv is the worst choice to run the company.</p><p>Kaya knows all the <strong>Euphoria tea</strong>, and she told me about the off-camera hookups that caused an entire rewrite for 3 characters in season 2!</p><p><strong>ENJOY THIS BONUS EPISODE!</strong> xx, Em</p><p><em>FOLLOW ME ON IG, TWITTER, FB &amp; TIKTOK - @shespeaksbravo</em></p><p><br></p><p><em><strong>GET MORE KAYA:</strong></em></p><p>Bravo Podcast - She Speaks Bravo</p><p>Succession Podcast - Succ Pod</p><p>IG - @thedipp</p><p>IG - @bravowhileblack</p>
77 min