Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge

Episode: Picking Sides & Spreading Lies (Southern Charm Recap)

Date: November 20, 2025
Hosts: Teddi Mellencamp & Tamra Judge

Episode Overview

This episode is a spirited and in-depth recap of the latest "Southern Charm" episode, with Teddi and Tamra bringing their signature Housewives-insider perspective. The pair dissect cast dynamics, relationships, dramatic moments, and Southern etiquette—offering both laughs and candid takes. If you're a fan of Bravo reality, podcast chemistry, and honest recaps, this episode delivers.

Main Discussion Points

Getting Personal: Hosts' Life Updates

• Opening Check-In
  • Teddi shares that she’s making an effort to move every day when she’s home, even if just "20 casual minutes on the bike" (03:59).
  • Tamra and Teddi discuss recent personal challenges and how being on reality TV sometimes conflicts with their real personalities.

Housewives vs. Southern Charm: Authenticity and Vibes

• Show Comparisons

  • Tamra notes, “Housewives is not about warm and kind and loving. Let’s just get that out of the way.” (04:36)
  • Teddi observes that "Southern Charm" feels more real: “Because they're being 100% authentic to who they are. Whether they're complete shit shows, liars, cheaters, drugs…” (06:31)

• Favorite Moments & Format Differences

  • Both hosts agree the latest "Southern Charm" episode is highly watchable and refreshingly different from "Housewives."
  • Tamra says, “Very few shows I can watch twice. I watched [this] twice, and I thought it was good… It's just a different type of [reality show].” (06:17)

Key Cast Storylines & Relationships

Madison and Pregnancy Honesty

• Madison’s candid admission: "I hate being pregnant. The only people that enjoy it are liars and sociopaths."
  • Tamra and Teddi both laugh and agree, appreciating the realness (07:43).

Craig, Paige, and Instagram Drama

• Craig laments his split with Paige, with Tamra observing, “Craig needs to get off Instagram… 'She wants me to be the villain in her story'—I've seen that on Instagram so many times” (08:11).
• The hosts doubt rumors about an engagement ring, referencing cast flashbacks and Paige’s skepticism.
• Teddi comments on Craig's single life "glow up" and wonders if his improved appearance is connected to singledom (10:13).

Shep, Austin, and Dating Talk

• Shep’s dating “age rate” is increasing, and he jokes about buying an expensive rocking horse for Madison’s baby shower, saying, "Shoot. But it's expensive." ($150) (12:40).
  • Austin’s retort: “Shut up, Shep. Trust fund baby.” (12:52)
• Austin gets annoyed about constant questions regarding his relationship with Audrey, sparking a debate on when it's appropriate for friends to push for commitment talk (11:46).

Molly’s Messy House & Reptiles

• The hosts are both grossed out and amused by Molly’s clutter and house full of pets.
  • Tamra: “I had so much anxiety looking at all the clutter, and then the…frozen mouse.” (16:31)

Vanita, Sally, Craig, and Picking Sides

• Vanita discusses being snubbed by Craig and drama involving Paige.
• Teddi declares: “If Vanita doesn't know either way, then don't get involved. Like, it's not like I saw her hanging out with Paige a bunch.” (25:57)
• Glow-ups noted: Tamra and Teddi both comment on how Sally looks stunning as a brunette (26:31).
• Patricia is still the Southern grande dame, likely bankrolling events, and intimidating the cast (27:08).

Swans, Decorations, and Southern Etiquette

• Chat about the baby shower’s swan décor and Southern traditions.
  • Teddi describes South Carolina moms’ attention to party details, “Half the moms in South Carolina where I grew up are like that.” (28:51)

Reality TV Cast Dynamics & Girl Code

• Vanita gets upset with Sally for mingling with Craig, calling Sally only a "girl’s girl" until a guy’s involved (45:40).
  • Tamra disapproves: “I hate when people try to alienate other cast members from other people because they don't like them… it makes for a screwed up season.” (46:05)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Reality TV Jobs:
  Tamra: "I've been on the show for 15 years. If I haven't fought with everybody, then I'm not doing my job." (05:41)

• On Southern Charm’s Unique Appeal:
  Teddi: "They're being 100% authentic to who they are. Whether they're complete shit shows, liars, cheaters, drugs..." (06:31)
  Tamra (on Andy Cohen's favorite moments): “When Austin said he wanted to get pregnant so he could keep his drinking in check, I almost died.” (06:39)

• On Party Etiquette:
  Teddi: “If there's anybody that is listening to this podcast that is going to [a] baby shower anytime soon, do not spend $350 on a teddy bear for me. Just give me cash.” (14:21)

• On Clutter and Pet Surprises:
  Tamra: “There was a dog behind the pillows, but I thought it was a mouse. I jumped up so fast. He popped up like, 'What's the problem?' Like, you asshole.” (17:31)

• On Drinking in Reality TV:
  Tamra: “On housewives, it’s like, ‘I don’t drink. What do you mean, for DUI? I do not drink!’ My thing is, I don’t have a drinking problem. I have a drunk problem.” (16:05)

• On Girl Code and Cast Isolation:
  Tamra: “I hate when people try to alienate other cast members from other people because they don't like them… it makes for a screwed up season.” (46:05)

Key Timestamps

• [03:59] – Teddi’s fitness habit and catching up
• [04:36] – Housewives vs. Real-life personalities
• [06:17] – Comparing "Southern Charm" to "Housewives"
• [07:43] – Madison’s take on pregnancy
• [08:11] – Craig on breakup, Instagram drama
• [10:13] – Craig’s "glow up" and being single
• [12:52] – Shep as "trust fund baby" comment
• [16:31] – Molly’s house full of pets and clutter
• [25:57] – Vanita and Craig drama, “picking sides”
• [27:08] – Patricia’s southern matriarch role
• [28:51] – Commentary on party etiquette and Southern culture
• [45:40] – Vanita and Sally confrontation; Sally accused of not being a true girls' girl
• [46:05] – Tamra on the perils of cast isolation

Tone and Style

Teddi and Tamra’s recap is energetic, irreverent, and full of honest Housewives insight. They combine humor and critical analysis, seamlessly shifting from playful banter to sharp industry critique. The episode is as much about the unique charm (and dysfunction) of Bravo shows as it is about recapping the actual events.

For Listeners New and Old

This episode is a thorough, entertaining recap for "Southern Charm" fans and a great look inside reality TV for newcomers. Teddi and Tamra’s dynamic shines, as they apply both personal experience and outsider perspective to Bravo’s southern spin-off. Expect lots of laughs, inside jokes, mom wisdom, and the kind of reality TV breakdowns that only Housewives alums can provide.