On today’s episode brought to us by Slate’s <a href="https://slate.com/podcasts/the-waves">The Waves</a>, we’re digging into the Bravo network. From <a href="https://slate.com/podcasts/icymi/2023/08/dont-look-down-on-below-deck-down-under">Below Deck </a>to Selling Sunset to <a href="https://slate.com/culture/2023/06/vanderpump-rules-reunion-scandoval-bravo-real-housewives-problem.html">Vanderpump Rules</a>, the Bravo TV network is a reality television behemoth that has made millions on the backs of its female cast members. But is it actually good for women? ICYMI founding host <a href="https://slate.com/author/rachelle-hampton">Rachelle Hampton</a> and culture writer <a href="https://shamirathefirst.com/">Shamira Ibrahim</a> discuss the current Bravo era, how much of Bravo belongs to famous producer Andy Cohen, why cast members can’t rely on a reunion to tell their stories, and whether the cast members of shows like the Real Housewives really have agency.If you liked this episode, check out: <a href="https://slate.com/podcasts/the-waves/2023/11/music-singer-songwriter-dessa-indie-music-break-up-songs-beyonce-taylor-swift">How to Be a Woman in Music</a>Podcast production by Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery.Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to<a href="mailto:thewaves@slate.com"> thewaves@slate.com</a>.If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you’ll also be supporting the work we do here on The Waves. Sign up now at<a href="http://slate.com/thewavesplus"> slate.com/thewavesplus</a> to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

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