Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge
Episode: “Call Me a Pit Bull” (RHOM Recap)
Date: September 12, 2025
Hosts: Teddi Mellencamp & Tamra Judge
Platform: iHeartPodcasts
Episode Overview
This episode centers on a spirited breakdown and recap of the latest episode of Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM). Teddi and Tamra, both Real Housewives alums themselves, dish about friendship drama, relationships, age gaps, and emotional moments from the show, all while sharing personal anecdotes and inside perspectives on the world of Housewives. The conversation oscillates between hilarious, irreverent commentary and thoughtful observations about loyalty and personal growth.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Catching Up & Travel Stories
[03:23–05:43]
- Tamra shares highlights from her birthday trip to Yellowstone and Jackson, Wyoming. She comments on the expense and natural beauty of “Billionaire Road” and reflects on surprise connections with friends.
- Teddi relates her own Wyoming experience, noting its “bringing you back to nature” energy and digital detox.
“We went to Yellowstone. So we went to Jackson, Wyoming and cutest town ever. Very expensive area. I think the starting price on a house is 7 million.”
– Tamra Judge (04:17)
2. Miami (RHOM) Recap Begins
[05:52–08:04]
- The women begin dissecting the Miami Housewives' current escapades, particularly the dramatic cruise that oddly never left Miami’s dock, despite being “the Richard Branson of it all.”
- Both poke fun at the franchise’s penchant for luxurious trips, comparing Miami’s jet-setting with New Jersey’s more local excursions.
“Did it leave the dock at any point? Because the last episode before this one, you really didn't see the water moving.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (07:30)
3. Reflections on Filming with and without ‘History’
[08:04–09:13]
- The hosts muse on whether it’s easier to film with friends or with near-strangers. Both agree that lacking a long backstory can make filming less fraught and more authentic.
- Teddi mentions enjoying filming with less personal baggage, while Tamra recognizes fans' love for history between cast members.
“It's so much easier in a film with someone like you met three minutes ago. You don't care.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (09:12)
4. Major RHOM Relationship Dramas: Lisa & Larsa
[14:40–18:23]
- Recap picks up on Lisa and Larsa’s efforts to reconcile. The hosts find the mandate “no details” on their issues silly, noting that specifics are often unavoidable in healing conversations.
- The spectacle of social media unfollows (Lisa unfollowing Larsa in Spain) goes largely unnoticed by the blogging world but not by Teddi and Tamra.
“I feel like it’s really kind of hard not to mention any details because...just be like, okay, that hurt my feelings...like you were following my ex, I asked you not to.”
– Tamra Judge (17:04)
“Did you see that anywhere? The bloggers missed out on that one. None of the bloggers posted. Oh, Lisa unfollowed Larsa. No one noticed.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (17:37)
- Discussion deepens on how Jody’s friendship with Larsa’s ex, Marcus, complicates the women’s friendship, and whether the tension will truly blow over.
5. Loyalty and Housewife ‘Sisterhoods’
[19:51–23:38]
- Kiki wants Stephanie and Alexia to make up, but Alexia throws best friend Marisol under the bus—a move which surprises and disappoints both hosts.
- Teddi and Tamra unpack the oddity of grown women pledging makeshift “sisterhoods” after brief reconciliations, noting the housewives’ tendency toward dramatic declarations post-cocktail.
“Alexia, you are throwing your best friend under the bus right now. And I’m like, where is this coming from?...If I’m going down, that Marisol is going down with me.”
– Tamra Judge (19:58)
“It's like, a lot. You guys just Met each other and you've hated each other up until three seconds ago. And now you're gonna call each other's sisters. But, hey, go for it. I'm here for it.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (22:13)
6. The “Dog Name” & Nickname Debate
[20:49–21:11], [24:06–24:18]
- At one point, being called a dog or “Mighty Mouse” becomes a topic of debate; the hosts aren’t bothered, seeing it as relatively benign compared to other possible insults.
“Call me a pit bull, call me a German shepherd. I don't give a...Yeah, I don't care about that stuff either.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (21:04)
7. Housewife Memory, Grudges & the “Pocket” Approach
[22:55–23:43]
- Both reflect on how quickly they forget past offenses, advocating for moving on rather than dwelling—unless one needs to keep a “mental note” about a particular castmate’s behavior.
“No, you just put them in the pocket where they belong...And I'm not gonna forget it. I gotta remind myself, but that's who she is. And then I just distance myself.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (23:36)
8. Dinner Party: Costume Nights & Name Calling
[23:43–25:13]
- At RHOM’s “scarlet night” dinner, Lisa’s punctuality surprises all, Marisol nicknames Stephanie “Mighty Mouse,” and Teddi/ Tamra gently rib her for lacking recognition of the old cartoon reference.
“Mighty Mouse is a good thing to be called.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (24:38)
9. Birthday Cake Antics & Adriana’s Age
[25:13–26:22]
- The group presents Adriana with a math equation cake concealing her real age, causing confusion and a bit of intrigue. Both hosts praise her looks and speculate on her somber mood, chalking it up to missing her boyfriend and facing aging insecurities.
“She’ll be 60 in two months...She looks damn good.”
– Tamra Judge (26:08)
10. Therapy, Trauma & Empathy: Gertie’s Emotional Scene
[27:08–30:33]
- Gertie’s solo therapy session stirs a thoughtful sidebar, with Tamra relating her own experiences showcasing therapy on TV and the backlash such vulnerability often receives.
- The hosts discuss how childhood trauma, especially forced separation from parents, leaves deep marks that can manifest later in life, especially as women approach menopause and reflect back.
“It’s so stupid...that’s not why I’m going to therapy. I’m going to deal with trauma that has happened in my life.”
– Tamra Judge (27:57)
“It breaks my heart because in everybody I see a hurt kid...If you told me something happened when you were like 10 years old, I'm looking at you now as a 10 year old child.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (29:33)
11. Frankie, Alexia, and Marisol: Navigating Post-Breakup Bonds
[30:33–36:41]
- A lighthearted mention of Frankie thinking Marisol is drunk because she doesn't eat dinner, then shifts to a more serious conversation about Alexia and her ex, Todd.
- The hosts review Todd’s public statement defending his treatment of Frankie and clarifying his continued financial support. Both agree Alexia’s post-breakup closure was important, and sympathize with the awkwardness of residual affections.
“She needed closure on that relationship...He left her in a way that she went away and came home, and all this was lunch.”
– Tamra Judge (32:46)
“I've known women, like, they're so hurt that they want to feel physical with that person that hurt them just to feel good for a minute...We've all been there.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (33:01)
12. Potential Power Shifts & Allegiances
[41:17–44:25]
- Stephanie’s Christmas party is upcoming, and there’s speculation about shifting alliances, with some Housewives subtly trying to wedge between Marisol and Alexia.
- Both women discuss how close friendships on Housewives shows are often derided as “lapdog” behavior or being a “mouthpiece.” They emphasize that real friendships should withstand scrutiny, even on TV.
“Why is it when you're super close with somebody on one of these shows...you're called their mouthpiece, their lap dog?”
– Tamra Judge (42:35)
“Whatever it is they decide to peg you at, it’s sticks. No matter what you do, whether you pick a side or not ... then that’s it.”
– Teddi Mellencamp (44:10)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Housewife Fights & Nicknames:
“Their fights are cute. They're good. They're the way housewife fights should be. Bicker back and forth.” — Teddi Mellencamp (21:11) -
On Therapy Storylines & Internet Trolls:
“That’s not why I’m going to therapy. I’m going to deal with trauma that has happened in my life.” — Tamra Judge (27:57) -
On Post-Breakup Behavior:
“I've known women, like, they're so hurt that they want to feel physical with that person that hurt them just to feel good for a minute or just to feel that we’ve all been there.” — Teddi Mellencamp (33:01)
Important Timestamps
- 03:23: Welcome Back, Travel catch-up
- 05:52: Transition to RHOM recap (the cruise and Miami)
- 09:12: Filming with strangers vs. friends on Housewives
- 14:40: Lisa and Larsa’s emotional confrontation
- 19:58: Alexia throws Marisol under the bus
- 21:04: The “dog name” debate and nicknames
- 23:43: Housewife ‘sisterhoods’ and post-fight amity
- 27:08: Gertie’s therapy scene and emotional impact
- 32:46: Alexia and Todd’s breakup; closure discussion
- 41:17: Stephanie’s party and speculation about alliances
- 42:35: The “mouthpiece” and “lapdog” label debate
- 44:25: Closing remarks, looking ahead to Salt Lake City
Tone & Takeaways
As always, Teddi and Tamra provide a blend of inside snark and genuine empathy, balancing irreverent pop culture analysis with thoughtful reflections on relationships and personal growth. They excel at highlighting the show’s absurdities while respecting the cast’s real emotional journeys. For RHOM fans, this episode captures both the drama onscreen and the resonant, all-too-familiar struggles of friendship, loyalty, and self-acceptance.
Next up: Salt Lake City premiere!
Tamra teases her Watch What Happens Live appearance with Adriana for the Miami season finale.
Final note: “Thank you so much for tuning in to Miami episode on Two T’s in a Pod and we'll see you real soon.” — Teddi Mellencamp (45:17)