Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald:

Did Meghan and Harry Crash Kris’ Party? RHSLC & Pop Culture with Zack Peter

Episode Date: November 13, 2025
Host: Heather McDonald
Guest: Zack Peter

Episode Overview

Heather McDonald is joined by podcaster and Bravo expert Zack Peter for a jam-packed episode dissecting the juiciest pop culture headlines. They dig into rumors about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry allegedly crashing Kris Jenner’s star-studded birthday party, the intrigue of deleted Kardashian Instagrams, wine and candle grifts, reality TV drama (from “Dancing With the Stars” to “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City”), legal battles in the celebrity PR world, and hilariously deep-dived TikTok conspiracy theories—plus personal stories and lighthearted life commentary.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Heather’s Pickleball Injury & BravoCon Plans

Heather recounts a minor injury during pickleball, joking about possibly needing a wheelchair for BravoCon due to the intensity of the weekend.
Zack confirms he’ll be at BravoCon and Heather’s stand-up show, joining a roster of familiar Bravo personalities at her event.
[03:25–05:00]

"I was playing pickleball… rolled my foot, then fell on my elbow, then hit the back of my head. Thank God there was a female doctor there to check my eyes." —Heather

2. Kris Jenner’s Birthday: Meghan & Harry Drama

Both hosts analyze why Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian deleted Instagram photos including Meghan Markle and Prince Harry from Kris’s 70th birthday bash.
Theories include Harry not wearing a remembrance poppy and Meghan requesting photos be pulled, or that Meghan and Harry were not actually invited and crashed the party after another event, which led to Kardashian ire.
Zack suggests: “Maybe they weren’t invited to the party… maybe they had a publicist or a friend that’s like, ‘I’ll get you in.’” [07:50]
Heather describes her own anxiety around celebrity photo etiquette from her holiday party experiences with Kris Jenner. [08:20-10:16]
"If they did a whole post and then got a call that their people now have to remove you—now you’re annoying.” —Heather [06:48]
The duo agrees: If Meghan and Harry weren’t invited, the Kardashians deleting the photos was a “cross-off-the-list” move.

3. Celebrity Wine & Candle ‘Grifts’

Discussion shifts to Meghan Markle’s high-priced rosé and faulty candle merch (some sold without a wick!), as well as general celebrity business ventures being more about branding than profit.
Zack: Bought Markle’s rosé; "It was fine, but you pay $120 with shipping for three bottles... you could go to Trader Joe’s and get a $15 bottle that’s just as good.” [14:05]
Heather: “Candles is such an interesting, rich lady business to get into.” [13:34]
Both agree: Low-margin, high-visibility ventures mostly serve for press and personal branding.

4. Kim Kardashian, The Bar Exam & Psychic Mishaps

Kim failed the California bar (again), blaming inaccurate ChatGPT info and—more humorously—psychics who predicted she’d pass.
Heather recounts psychic stories involving Kim during the Chelsea Lately days, noting how unreliable (and often bizarre) celebrity psychic readings can be.
“You can’t trust a psychic… you just go for fun.” —Heather [19:48]
Zack jokes about horoscopes: “Every description is generic enough to fit… I’m loyal to a fault—yeah, that’s every fucking horoscope ever.” [20:44]

5. Dancing With the Stars: Fandies for Andy & Voting Controversies

Extended discussion on the quirks of “Dancing With the Stars,” specifically why unlikely contestant Andy Richter keeps advancing.
Zack’s theory: Fans have organized online (“Fandies for Andy”) to “rage-vote” Andy into the finals, not necessarily out of love, but as a TikTok experiment.
“These people are diabolical—to keep this poor man who thought he was going home week three… now here he is in the semifinals. This is elder abuse.” —Zack [31:02]
Show compensation structures and the tactical voting movements are examined with comedic exasperation.

6. Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni Legal Saga

Zack provides a detailed legal rundown of the ongoing lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, including PR agency infighting, controversial text leaks, and legal maneuvers using shell companies and subpoenas.
Summary: Lively can’t be sued for defamation over court filings; texts seem to show Baldoni’s team privately enjoying negative social media about Blake, but there’s no clear evidence of a coordinated smear campaign.
“When it goes to trial, it’s in the hands of the jury… you can sway it towards Blake, you can sway it towards Justin.” —Zack [39:20]

7. Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: First-Class Showdown

Rehash of an allegedly unfilmed confrontation on a flight, where Lisa and Meredith reportedly berated Britney, reducing her to tears.
Heather and Zack analyze whether events were exaggerated and how much alcohol and in-flight emotions factor in.

"Your emotions run higher on a plane… there’s something about being in the air.” —Heather [55:59–56:09]
Discussion highlights the behind-the-scenes dynamics: which housewives are actually friends, who leverages power, and the “lines in the sand” of reality TV alliances.

8. Open Marriages & Housewives Hot Takes

Rumors swirl about multiple cast members’ “open” relationships and motivations for statements on TV—especially aiming to maintain audience respect.
“She’s trying to protect herself from the image of the fans—that, ‘I’m okay with this’… when women put up with shit in marriages they lose respect from the fans.” —Heather [62:09]
“I want her to get divorced so badly. I want to see what she’d be like with the mother, the daughter, and him all gone.” —Zack [62:52]
Monica Garcia’s rising and falling star, including a $35k lawsuit over unpaid cosmetic work, is also discussed.

9. Housewives Branching Out: Friendship Dynamics & Franchise Updates

Sutton and Garcelle’s friendship rift (RHOBH), “Real Housewives of New Jersey” cast stand-down & attempts at reconciliation, Vicki and Tamra’s friendships, and Shannon’s honesty praised as good “housewife” material.
On RHONJ: “Bravo wants to see them actually hang out as friends without cameras before giving them another season.” —Heather [69:57]
Gina Kito’s legacy is dissected, with a hilariously revealing anecdote about Housewife priorities: “Do you ever regret doing the show?”—“Oh no, I can still get a reservation anywhere.” [75:53]

10. Helen Keller TikTok Conspiracy Rabbit Hole

Zack introduces the Internet theory—largely a Gen Z meme—that doubts Helen Keller’s historical achievements, sparking a wild breakdown of her accolades (writing books, flying a plane, etc.).
They riff on the oddities of the story, the Mandela effect, and how much of American inspirational iconography is constructed or exaggerated.
“She didn’t even do sign language. How is she going to do sign language? She can’t see sign language.” —Zack [79:24]
“She was wild—that’s right! She was, like, freaking out, and then Anne Sullivan comes in, the first special needs teacher.” —Heather [81:45]
The humor is sharp; the segment is a highlight for both its irreverence and its viral meme insight.

11. Scams, DMs, and Catfishing for Old Men (“Charles” at the Waldorf)

Heather recounts stringing along a scammer pretending to be an attractive young woman seeking "Charles," her made-up old rich man persona, refusing to switch from standard text to WhatsApp.
She and Zack comically dramatize the catfish tactics, referencing scams shifting from “Nigerian princes” to pretty “Asian girls.”
“We know she’s not in Starbucks—we know she’s in the Philippines, like, in a warehouse or something.” —Heather [87:16]

12. BravoCon, Fandom, and Influencer Life

Heather and Zack talk prepping for BravoCon, tips for interacting with reality stars, and the importance of kindness and patience for fans meeting creators/housewives who may be busy or unable to snap a photo on cue.
Heather: "If you’re not going, no FOMO—watch my streamer, follow all of us. You can still have fun from your own home. Your feet won’t be tired, you won’t be spending thousands of dollars..." [91:58]

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

On Meghan/Harry at Kris Jenner’s Party:

“Maybe they had a publicist or a friend that's like, I'll get you in... and then when they found out they crashed the party, maybe then they deleted them because they didn't want anything to do with them.” —Zack, [07:47]
On Candle ‘Scams’:

“He opened up the candle, he ordered it, and it didn’t have a wick at all. There was no wick.” —Heather, [12:43]
On Psychics:

“You can’t trust a psychic. You just go for fun.” —Heather, [19:50]
On DWTS & Voting Shenanigans:

“These people are diabolical—to keep this poor man who, you know, his agent told him, like, you’re only gonna go to, like, the third week... here he is in the semifinals. This is now elder abuse.” —Zack, [31:02]
On Celebrity Legal Drama:

“When it goes to trial, it's in the hands of the jury… You can sway it towards Blake, you can sway it towards Justin.” —Zack, [39:20]
On Housewives Alliances:

“You can’t draw the line in the sand with another top person if you want to stay on the show. You can with the Monica girl because she was a newbie and she wasn’t powerful.” —Heather, [59:34]
Helen Keller Conspiracies:

“How do you teach someone that's blind and deaf? How do you explain to them what a plane is if they've never seen a plane before? … I think someone just threw her in the plane and was like, autopilot underneath, and she had no idea what was going on.” —Zack, [80:16]

Timestamps for Key Segments

Pickleball Injury & BravoCon Plans: 03:25–05:00
Kris Jenner’s Birthday Party (Meghan & Harry Theories): 05:00–12:31
Candle & Wine Ventures: 12:31–15:41
Kim & The Bar, Psychics: 15:41–20:44
Dancing With the Stars & Andy Richter: 25:56–32:13
Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni Lawsuit Deep-Dive: 33:34–41:30
RHOSLC Airplane Drama: 53:24–58:34
Housewives, Open Marriages, and Monica's Lawsuit: 61:46–66:29
Helen Keller Conspiracy Theories: 75:53–82:24
Scammer DM Story (“Charles” Saga): 83:08–88:10
BravoCon/Fandom Etiquette: 89:24–91:25

Summary Style Notes

Heather and Zack’s exchange is fast-paced, irreverent, self-deprecating, and comedic.
Pop culture references and Bravo-centric discussions are peppered with personal anecdotes, audience-insider tips, and meta-commentary on influencer/fandom culture.
Their takes alternate between playful snark and genuinely insightful analysis, especially on housewives and celebrity PR wars.

Useful for Listeners Who Missed the Episode

This summary captures all major discussions, provides context for inside jokes, and highlights the most memorable lines and their times. Use it to quickly digest the podcast’s juiciest moments or to locate specific segments for a re-listen.

Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald:

Did Meghan and Harry Crash Kris’ Party? RHSLC & Pop Culture with Zack Peter

Episode Date: November 13, 2025
Host: Heather McDonald
Guest: Zack Peter

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Heather’s Pickleball Injury & BravoCon Plans

Heather recounts a minor injury during pickleball, joking about possibly needing a wheelchair for BravoCon due to the intensity of the weekend.
Zack confirms he’ll be at BravoCon and Heather’s stand-up show, joining a roster of familiar Bravo personalities at her event.
[03:25–05:00]

"I was playing pickleball… rolled my foot, then fell on my elbow, then hit the back of my head. Thank God there was a female doctor there to check my eyes." —Heather

2. Kris Jenner’s Birthday: Meghan & Harry Drama

Both hosts analyze why Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian deleted Instagram photos including Meghan Markle and Prince Harry from Kris’s 70th birthday bash.
Theories include Harry not wearing a remembrance poppy and Meghan requesting photos be pulled, or that Meghan and Harry were not actually invited and crashed the party after another event, which led to Kardashian ire.
Zack suggests: “Maybe they weren’t invited to the party… maybe they had a publicist or a friend that’s like, ‘I’ll get you in.’” [07:50]
Heather describes her own anxiety around celebrity photo etiquette from her holiday party experiences with Kris Jenner. [08:20-10:16]
"If they did a whole post and then got a call that their people now have to remove you—now you’re annoying.” —Heather [06:48]
The duo agrees: If Meghan and Harry weren’t invited, the Kardashians deleting the photos was a “cross-off-the-list” move.

3. Celebrity Wine & Candle ‘Grifts’

Discussion shifts to Meghan Markle’s high-priced rosé and faulty candle merch (some sold without a wick!), as well as general celebrity business ventures being more about branding than profit.
Zack: Bought Markle’s rosé; "It was fine, but you pay $120 with shipping for three bottles... you could go to Trader Joe’s and get a $15 bottle that’s just as good.” [14:05]
Heather: “Candles is such an interesting, rich lady business to get into.” [13:34]
Both agree: Low-margin, high-visibility ventures mostly serve for press and personal branding.

4. Kim Kardashian, The Bar Exam & Psychic Mishaps

Kim failed the California bar (again), blaming inaccurate ChatGPT info and—more humorously—psychics who predicted she’d pass.
Heather recounts psychic stories involving Kim during the Chelsea Lately days, noting how unreliable (and often bizarre) celebrity psychic readings can be.
“You can’t trust a psychic… you just go for fun.” —Heather [19:48]
Zack jokes about horoscopes: “Every description is generic enough to fit… I’m loyal to a fault—yeah, that’s every fucking horoscope ever.” [20:44]

5. Dancing With the Stars: Fandies for Andy & Voting Controversies

Extended discussion on the quirks of “Dancing With the Stars,” specifically why unlikely contestant Andy Richter keeps advancing.
Zack’s theory: Fans have organized online (“Fandies for Andy”) to “rage-vote” Andy into the finals, not necessarily out of love, but as a TikTok experiment.
“These people are diabolical—to keep this poor man who thought he was going home week three… now here he is in the semifinals. This is elder abuse.” —Zack [31:02]
Show compensation structures and the tactical voting movements are examined with comedic exasperation.

6. Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni Legal Saga

Zack provides a detailed legal rundown of the ongoing lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, including PR agency infighting, controversial text leaks, and legal maneuvers using shell companies and subpoenas.
Summary: Lively can’t be sued for defamation over court filings; texts seem to show Baldoni’s team privately enjoying negative social media about Blake, but there’s no clear evidence of a coordinated smear campaign.
“When it goes to trial, it’s in the hands of the jury… you can sway it towards Blake, you can sway it towards Justin.” —Zack [39:20]

7. Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: First-Class Showdown

Rehash of an allegedly unfilmed confrontation on a flight, where Lisa and Meredith reportedly berated Britney, reducing her to tears.
Heather and Zack analyze whether events were exaggerated and how much alcohol and in-flight emotions factor in.

"Your emotions run higher on a plane… there’s something about being in the air.” —Heather [55:59–56:09]
Discussion highlights the behind-the-scenes dynamics: which housewives are actually friends, who leverages power, and the “lines in the sand” of reality TV alliances.

8. Open Marriages & Housewives Hot Takes

Rumors swirl about multiple cast members’ “open” relationships and motivations for statements on TV—especially aiming to maintain audience respect.
“She’s trying to protect herself from the image of the fans—that, ‘I’m okay with this’… when women put up with shit in marriages they lose respect from the fans.” —Heather [62:09]
“I want her to get divorced so badly. I want to see what she’d be like with the mother, the daughter, and him all gone.” —Zack [62:52]
Monica Garcia’s rising and falling star, including a $35k lawsuit over unpaid cosmetic work, is also discussed.

9. Housewives Branching Out: Friendship Dynamics & Franchise Updates

Sutton and Garcelle’s friendship rift (RHOBH), “Real Housewives of New Jersey” cast stand-down & attempts at reconciliation, Vicki and Tamra’s friendships, and Shannon’s honesty praised as good “housewife” material.
On RHONJ: “Bravo wants to see them actually hang out as friends without cameras before giving them another season.” —Heather [69:57]
Gina Kito’s legacy is dissected, with a hilariously revealing anecdote about Housewife priorities: “Do you ever regret doing the show?”—“Oh no, I can still get a reservation anywhere.” [75:53]

10. Helen Keller TikTok Conspiracy Rabbit Hole

Zack introduces the Internet theory—largely a Gen Z meme—that doubts Helen Keller’s historical achievements, sparking a wild breakdown of her accolades (writing books, flying a plane, etc.).
They riff on the oddities of the story, the Mandela effect, and how much of American inspirational iconography is constructed or exaggerated.
“She didn’t even do sign language. How is she going to do sign language? She can’t see sign language.” —Zack [79:24]
“She was wild—that’s right! She was, like, freaking out, and then Anne Sullivan comes in, the first special needs teacher.” —Heather [81:45]
The humor is sharp; the segment is a highlight for both its irreverence and its viral meme insight.

11. Scams, DMs, and Catfishing for Old Men (“Charles” at the Waldorf)

Heather recounts stringing along a scammer pretending to be an attractive young woman seeking "Charles," her made-up old rich man persona, refusing to switch from standard text to WhatsApp.
She and Zack comically dramatize the catfish tactics, referencing scams shifting from “Nigerian princes” to pretty “Asian girls.”
“We know she’s not in Starbucks—we know she’s in the Philippines, like, in a warehouse or something.” —Heather [87:16]

12. BravoCon, Fandom, and Influencer Life

Heather and Zack talk prepping for BravoCon, tips for interacting with reality stars, and the importance of kindness and patience for fans meeting creators/housewives who may be busy or unable to snap a photo on cue.
Heather: "If you’re not going, no FOMO—watch my streamer, follow all of us. You can still have fun from your own home. Your feet won’t be tired, you won’t be spending thousands of dollars..." [91:58]

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

On Meghan/Harry at Kris Jenner’s Party:

“Maybe they had a publicist or a friend that's like, I'll get you in... and then when they found out they crashed the party, maybe then they deleted them because they didn't want anything to do with them.” —Zack, [07:47]
On Candle ‘Scams’:

“He opened up the candle, he ordered it, and it didn’t have a wick at all. There was no wick.” —Heather, [12:43]
On Psychics:

“You can’t trust a psychic. You just go for fun.” —Heather, [19:50]
On DWTS & Voting Shenanigans:

“These people are diabolical—to keep this poor man who, you know, his agent told him, like, you’re only gonna go to, like, the third week... here he is in the semifinals. This is now elder abuse.” —Zack, [31:02]
On Celebrity Legal Drama:

“When it goes to trial, it's in the hands of the jury… You can sway it towards Blake, you can sway it towards Justin.” —Zack, [39:20]
On Housewives Alliances:

“You can’t draw the line in the sand with another top person if you want to stay on the show. You can with the Monica girl because she was a newbie and she wasn’t powerful.” —Heather, [59:34]
Helen Keller Conspiracies:

“How do you teach someone that's blind and deaf? How do you explain to them what a plane is if they've never seen a plane before? … I think someone just threw her in the plane and was like, autopilot underneath, and she had no idea what was going on.” —Zack, [80:16]

Timestamps for Key Segments

Pickleball Injury & BravoCon Plans: 03:25–05:00
Kris Jenner’s Birthday Party (Meghan & Harry Theories): 05:00–12:31
Candle & Wine Ventures: 12:31–15:41
Kim & The Bar, Psychics: 15:41–20:44
Dancing With the Stars & Andy Richter: 25:56–32:13
Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni Lawsuit Deep-Dive: 33:34–41:30
RHOSLC Airplane Drama: 53:24–58:34
Housewives, Open Marriages, and Monica's Lawsuit: 61:46–66:29
Helen Keller Conspiracy Theories: 75:53–82:24
Scammer DM Story (“Charles” Saga): 83:08–88:10
BravoCon/Fandom Etiquette: 89:24–91:25

Summary Style Notes

Heather and Zack’s exchange is fast-paced, irreverent, self-deprecating, and comedic.
Pop culture references and Bravo-centric discussions are peppered with personal anecdotes, audience-insider tips, and meta-commentary on influencer/fandom culture.
Their takes alternate between playful snark and genuinely insightful analysis, especially on housewives and celebrity PR wars.

Did Meghan and Harry Crash Kris’ Party, RHSLC with Zack Peter

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Summary

Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald:

Did Meghan and Harry Crash Kris’ Party? RHSLC & Pop Culture with Zack Peter

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Heather’s Pickleball Injury & BravoCon Plans

2. Kris Jenner’s Birthday: Meghan & Harry Drama

3. Celebrity Wine & Candle ‘Grifts’

4. Kim Kardashian, The Bar Exam & Psychic Mishaps

5. Dancing With the Stars: Fandies for Andy & Voting Controversies

6. Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni Legal Saga

7. Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: First-Class Showdown

8. Open Marriages & Housewives Hot Takes

9. Housewives Branching Out: Friendship Dynamics & Franchise Updates

10. Helen Keller TikTok Conspiracy Rabbit Hole

11. Scams, DMs, and Catfishing for Old Men (“Charles” at the Waldorf)

12. BravoCon, Fandom, and Influencer Life

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

Timestamps for Key Segments

Summary Style Notes

Useful for Listeners Who Missed the Episode

Summary

Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald:

Did Meghan and Harry Crash Kris’ Party? RHSLC & Pop Culture with Zack Peter

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Heather’s Pickleball Injury & BravoCon Plans

2. Kris Jenner’s Birthday: Meghan & Harry Drama

3. Celebrity Wine & Candle ‘Grifts’

4. Kim Kardashian, The Bar Exam & Psychic Mishaps

5. Dancing With the Stars: Fandies for Andy & Voting Controversies

6. Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni Legal Saga

7. Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: First-Class Showdown

8. Open Marriages & Housewives Hot Takes

9. Housewives Branching Out: Friendship Dynamics & Franchise Updates

10. Helen Keller TikTok Conspiracy Rabbit Hole

11. Scams, DMs, and Catfishing for Old Men (“Charles” at the Waldorf)

12. BravoCon, Fandom, and Influencer Life

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

Timestamps for Key Segments

Summary Style Notes

Useful for Listeners Who Missed the Episode