Two Ts In A Pod: “Big PJ Energy” (RHOM Recap)

Hosts: Teddi Mellencamp & Jen Fessler (guest co-host, subbing for Tamra Judge)
Date: August 22, 2025
Podcast: Two Ts In A Pod (iHeartPodcasts)

Episode Overview

In this episode, Teddi Mellencamp welcomes Jen Fessler (Real Housewives of New Jersey) as a guest co-host for a lively, candid recap of the latest Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM) episode. The two discuss the ongoing drama among the Miami ladies, dissecting fights, friendships, and the ever-present private jet debates with humor, insight, and plenty of behind-the-scenes context from two women who know the Housewives universe inside and out.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Catching Up: Personal Updates and Real-Life Inspiration

• Jen shares updates from her beach house in Southern Jersey, complaining humorously about the cold Jersey weather while Teddi contrasts it with L.A.’s heat. (04:09)
• Jen opens up about several friends battling cancer and how Teddi’s public cancer journey has inspired them — especially Teddi’s “pink hair.”
  • Quote:

    “They all follow you and you have obviously inspired them in more ways than one, but particularly your hair.” (05:05, Jen)

• Teddi offers wig and dye tips for regrowing hair after chemo.
  • Quote:

    “Some days I have wigs on. Like, today’s a wig day. Because I didn’t want to put any makeup on.” (05:41, Teddi)

2. Jersey Rumors and Housewives Life

• Jen addresses ongoing “Jersey” rumors (whether the RHONJ franchise will return, and if she’d go back):
  • Says she genuinely doesn’t know what will happen, but would love to be asked back:

    “Once you’re in it and you’ve experienced it, it’s an interesting thing to transition to normal life.” (07:07, Jen)

  • Reflects on RHONJ opening a new chapter for her, especially as an empty nester (07:18)

3. RHOM Recap: Is Miami Underrated? (14:46)

General Impressions

• Jen “loved” the latest episode, saying she likes when Housewives episodes make her “furious or make me laugh.” (15:08)
• Teddi found this episode “a little slow” at the start, feeling like storylines are repeating. (15:39)

The Lisa-Larsa-Jody Text Drama

• They break down the supposed “scandalous” texting between Jody and Larsa, which Teddi finds comically tame:
  • Quote:

    “I expected, like, ‘listen, you fucking bitch, shut your mouth.’ Like, that's what I expected.” (16:14, Teddi)

  • The text is actually quite benign; Jen says “it was very pleasant and nice.” (16:50, Jen)
• They agree Jody shouldn’t be texting Larsa at all, but also criticize the women for “piling on” Lisa. (19:20)
  • Quote:

    “Jody should absolutely not be texting Larsa. But the women also seem to be piling on Lisa.” (19:20, Teddi)

“Phone in the Basket” and Note-Taking Scandal

• Lisa is asked by the group to put her phone in a “basket” during a short private plane flight, due to her habit of “note-taking.” (23:21)
• Both hosts consider the note-taking drama to be deeply overblown:
  • Quote:

    “She’s taking notes of something they’re filming on a reality television [show].” (23:37, Teddi)

• Jen points out it’s common for Housewives to take notes post-filming so they’re prepared for reunion conflicts. (24:25)
• They agree Lisa shouldn’t have to give up her phone, especially with young kids at home:
  • Quote:

    “You ain't taking my phone. And I have a daughter with type 1 diabetes.... It was non-negotiable for me.” (41:19, Jen)

The Endless “Private Plane” Drama

• Stephanie repeatedly wields her private plane over the group, causing much eye-rolling from both hosts:
  • Quote:

    “If I never hear the word private plane again, it will be too soon. And the girls just, like, go with it like it’s normal.” (21:41, Jen)

  • Quote:

    “It just gives me the ick.” (22:23, Teddi)

• They ridicule the fuss over where people sit for a mere 22 minute flight, arguing that real-life private jet etiquette is much simpler. (38:36)

Penises, Ceramics, and the Miami Housewives’ Favorite Topics

• The recurring penis talk, this time via a ceramics class, is met with resigned humor:
  • Quote:

    “The penis is like the 11th character on Miami. Maybe I’m just 57. I’m just not that interested in penis anymore.” (20:10, Jen)

  • Both joke about the show’s lack of new material:

    “Take your plane. Put the dick on it. Put the kissing on it. Fly away. It’s enough.” (45:22, Jen)

Kissing and Headbands: Miami’s Odd Group Dynamics

• Both are “so sick” of Julia’s kisses with red lipstick (“You’re getting your lipstick on everybody!” – 43:53).
• They critique the grown women’s trend of wearing bows/headbands. (“I am done with the headbands. I am done with the bows.” – 46:04, Jen)

On Housewives Fights and Walking Out

• Jen discusses how “leaving scenes” is becoming too frequent on Miami, undermining the drama’s ability to resolve (36:40).
• Teddi:

  “The whole point of Housewives is fighting and then resolution. And that’s what I enjoy.” (37:11)

Social Dynamics & Editing

• Both feel the group is trying to paint Lisa as “inconsiderate,” highlighting lateness and disengagement (26:03, 42:29).
• They praise Lisa’s bold re-entrance to dinner after all the drama:
  • Quote:

    “She walks in like she solved world peace… She’s coming in hot. She’s like, ‘Hey, everyone, what’s up?’” (33:26, Teddi & Jen)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Inspiration and Hair:

  “They all follow you and you have obviously inspired them in more ways than one, but particularly your hair.” (05:05, Jen)

• Private Plane Fatigue:

  “If I never hear the word private plane again, it will be too soon.” (21:41, Jen)
  “It gives me the ick.” (22:23, Teddi)

• On Group Hypocrisy:

  “Take your plane. Put the dick on it. Put the kissing on it. Fly away.” (45:22, Jen)

• Note-Taking Nonsense:

  “She’s taking notes of something they’re filming on a reality television [show].” (23:37, Teddi)

• On Housewives Resilience:

  “The whole point of Housewives is fighting and then resolution.” (37:11, Teddi)

• Lisa’s Legendary Entrance:

  “She walks in like she solved world peace… She’s coming in hot.” (33:26, Teddi)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Personal Updates & Inspiration: 03:36–07:56
• Jersey Rumors & Housewives Life Reflections: 06:56–08:10
• Miami Recap Begins: 14:46
• The Lisa-Larsa-Jody Text Drama: 15:54–18:15
• Note-Taking & Phone Basket: 23:21–24:52, 41:16–42:29
• Ceramics/Penises: 19:58–21:18
• Private Plane/Ick Factor: 21:39–23:05; 36:16–39:29
• Seating Chart/Fight Dynamics: 36:40–39:29
• Kissing & Headbands: 43:35–46:29
• Closing Reflections and Laughs: 47:02–48:29

Overall Tone

Candid, irreverent, and seasoned by their own experiences as Housewives, Teddi and Jen blend shrewd reality TV analysis with playful, light-hearted teasing. No drama is too absurd to roast (private jet seating chart, bow-wearing adults, penis pottery), but they also show empathy for the women struggling in the franchise’s intense spotlight. Listeners are treated to both genuine industry insight and Housewives superfan banter.

Bottom Line:
If you’re craving a smart, witty, and occasionally savage breakdown of the latest RHOM dramatics (and a little hair inspo and real-talk sprinkled in), this episode delivers. Teddi and Jen dissect the Miami madness with the perfect blend of humor and Housewife wisdom—reminding you never to sleep on Miami, but maybe it’s time to let certain storylines fly away.