Podcast Summary: Two Ts In A Pod – Bravo 2026 Predictions
Hosts: Teddi Mellencamp & Tamra Judge
Date: December 31, 2025
Theme: Bold predictions and juicy speculation about the future of Bravo’s Real Housewives and related shows for the year 2026.
Episode Overview
In this special New Year's Eve episode, Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge play a rapid-fire prediction game, forecasting the fates of various Bravo franchises and cast members for 2026. With candid, fun, and at times shady banter, the duo weighs in on shocking exits, surprise comebacks, franchise shake-ups, and relationship drama, showing off their insider perspective and signature Housewives wit.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Most Shocking Exit from Bravo Universe
- Initial Banter: Teddi jokes that Tamra might be the shocking exit, to which Tamra retorts, “No, I get fired.” (04:14)
- Actual Prediction:
- Teddi: Julia from Real Housewives of Miami. “I feel like Julia didn’t have the greatest season. I feel like maybe her [time is up]…” (04:44)
- Tamra: Acknowledges family circumstances could play a role: “I don't think it's good for her family life after what's gone on…” (05:10)
2. Surprise Return No One Saw Coming
- Tamra: Vicki Gunvalson (OG of Orange County) might surprise viewers: “We could throw that in because that was a big shock.” (05:46)
- Teddi: Lisa Rinna returning to Beverly Hills: “I feel like Lisa Rinna needs to go back to Beverly Hills… we need that girl that just owns it. She just owns it.” (06:05)
- Notable Quote: “I think she’ll be a breakout star in ‘Traders’. Everybody’s going to be tuning in to see her, that’s for sure.” – Teddi (06:35)
3. Franchise That Will Improve Most in 2026
- Teddi: Potomac (“I think they’re having a great season”), Atlanta (“back on track”), Beverly Hills is “hoping” to be back with new cast member Amanda causing drama and Kyle being “more open.” (07:15)
- Tamra: Agrees, but notes Salt Lake City has had consistently strong seasons recently. (07:34)
- Streaming vs. Cable Ratings: Teddi points out the changing landscape: “If you look at the cable ratings, which don’t really, I think, count anymore, it’s more streaming…” (07:58)
4. Franchise in Danger of Being Paused or Rebooted
- Teddi: New York. “I’m worried… Andy has made it quite clear that he will not bring any of the OGs back. I think that we need the OGs back for people to really tune in.” (08:46)
- Tamra: Laments the current pause and the lack of OGs like Dorinda and Luann, sharing that Luann’s recent show was a big hit. (09:10)
5. Most Likely to Get Heat at Beverly Hills Reunion
- Teddi: Amanda, the “money queen,” “who I always call Michelle. I don't know why…” (09:53)
6. Will Jen Shah Return to Salt Lake City?
- Tamra: “No. Andy has made it clear. Absolutely not… you can’t hurt kids and you can’t rip off old people. No, these are the two things you just can't.” (10:32)
- Notable Quote: “You lied about your house getting robbed…you can’t hurt kids and you can’t rip off old people.” – Tamra (10:32)
- Teddi: Wonders about a Bravo special interview: “I had heard…they were in talks to do a…special with her…doesn’t make it true.” (11:15)
- Tamra: Skeptical, “She’ll probably be back on TV somehow. There’s going to be another network…” (11:27)
7. Karen Huger’s Potomac Return
- Both confirm: She’ll be back as a flute holder this season. (11:55)
8. Teresa and Melissa—Will They Stay on Good Terms?
- Tamra: “Yes. I really hope so... their time apart was very healing to both of them.” (12:11, 12:21)
- Notable Quote: “What’s left to fight about?...I think their time apart was very healing.” – Tamra (12:21)
9. Rhode Island Breakout Star (Besides Liz McGraw)
- Teddi: “Well, I’m gonna say you,” referring to Tamra.
- Tamra: “There won’t be one singular breakout star, but each one has their own really good character… there’s Ashley, who cries all the time.” (12:50–13:42)
- Ashley’s Crying: “She cries a lot. So I think all the girls have their own little niche on the show, which I loved.” – Tamra (13:29)
10. OGs on Vanderpump Influence on The Valley
- Both agree: Lala and Tom Schwartz joining The Valley will improve it; Sheena, however, isn’t joining. (19:31–19:54)
11. Will Kyle and Mauricio Finalize Their Divorce?
- Tamra: “I do.” (20:04)
- Teddi: Still holds out hope, “Maybe they’ll get back together…but it’s not looking like it…” (20:06)
- Tamra: Adds, “They may not finalize the divorce…they’ll probably just stay separated.” Discusses Kyle’s comments about a potential reconciliation if Mauricio didn’t buy another house. (20:14–20:47)
12. Bravo Couple Most Likely to Break Up in 2026
- Tamra: Cautious, doesn’t want to “see anybody break up.” Notes Lisa Barlow and John (Salt Lake City) and Wendy and Eddie (Potomac) have had struggles. (21:18–21:59)
- Kyle and Amanda: Rumored tension but disagreement over whether it’s serious. (22:01–22:25)
- Quote: “Maybe they've grown apart a little bit. Sometimes people grow apart. It just happens.” – Tamra (22:29)
13. When Will New Jersey Resume Filming?
- Tamra/Dolores: Uncertainty—been 2 years since airing (22:47–22:56)
- Tamra: Reflects on conflict stalling progress and wishes cast could “figure it out.” (23:13)
- Teddi: “It’s a lesson…this is a job. You can’t take it personal.” Advises not to ice people out on camera (23:29–24:03)
- Tamra: “If you don’t like her, look for a reason to jump down her throat…” (24:08)
14. Tamra’s Status and Future Hopes
- Teddi: “You're probably one of the safest ones on that show when it does come back.” (24:42)
- Tamra: Would love to do more Rhode Island, considers possible move if New Jersey doesn’t return. “I would spend every summer in Rhode Island. It is so beautiful. Paul fell in love and we’re looking for a house there.” (25:49)
- Teddi: Suggests Tamra could become a “traveling housewife” à la Cynthia. (24:57)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Lisa Rinna: “We need that girl that just owns it. She just owns it.” – Teddi (06:05)
- On Jen Shah: “You lied about your house getting robbed… you can’t hurt kids and you can’t rip off old people. No, these are the two things you just can’t.” – Tamra (10:32)
- On Teresa & Melissa: “What's left to fight about?...I think their time apart was very healing.” – Tamra (12:21)
- On Co-Existing on Housewives: “If you don't like her, look for a reason to jump down her throat…That's the best person you want to film with.” – Tamra (24:08)
- On Tamra’s Future: “I'm an honorary twat now.” – Tamra (26:55)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Shocking Exit Prediction – 04:44
- Surprise Return (Vicki/Lisa Rinna) – 05:36–06:05
- Franchise Improving Most (Potomac, Atlanta, Beverly Hills) – 07:15
- NY Revamp & OGs – 08:46–09:19
- Jen Shah Return Debate – 10:32–11:27
- Karen Huger’s Potomac Return – 11:55
- Teresa & Melissa Relationship – 12:11–12:39
- Rhode Island Breakouts, Ashley the Crier – 12:50–13:42
- Vanderpump/Valley OGs – 19:31–19:54
- Kyle & Mauricio Divorce – 20:04–20:47
- Potential Breakups – 21:18–22:29
- Jersey Filming Future – 22:47–23:13
- Working Together on Camera – 24:03–24:22
- Tamra’s Next Moves – 24:42–25:49
- Honorary Twat Moment – 26:55
Tone & Dynamics
The tone is candid, playful, and filled with Housewives-insider shade. Teddi brings straightforward questions and wildcards; Tamra is quick with unfiltered opinions and industry anecdotes. Their chemistry drives the discussion with moments of both warmth and tongue-in-cheek honesty, making Bravo’s future full of juicy possibility.
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