Podcast Summary: Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge

Episode: The Twot Seat: CANDIACE DILLARD BASSETT (RHOP)

Release Date: October 8, 2025
Hosted by: Teddi Mellencamp & Tamra Judge
Guest: Candiace Dillard Bassett

Episode Overview

In this lively and candid episode, Teddi and Tamra welcome Candiace Dillard Bassett (former RHOP star) into the “Twot Seat.” The discussion covers Candiace’s first year of motherhood, stepping away from Real Housewives of Potomac, her foray into podcasting with her new show “Undomesticated,” and her experience filming The Traitors Season 4. Candiace offers witty insights on RHOP drama, her life changes, and even teases encounters and shade about her former castmates.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Motherhood & Family Updates

[03:43-11:13]

Candiace shares about her son Jet turning one, expressing disbelief at how quickly time has gone.
- "How is it possible? I don't, like. I'm. It flew by." – Candiace [05:38]
She explains why she chooses not to show her son’s face publicly:
- "The general public and all of their weirdness. No. They just... can hold off." – Candiace [06:07]
Candiace recounts a post-birth medical scare (blood clot in her ovary) that deeply affected her first weeks as a mother. She had to undergo treatment with blood thinner injections due to breastfeeding:
- "To be thinking that I just had this baby and now could I die and my child won't even know that I love him. Like, that was where my mind was for weeks." [09:22]
Admits her perception of motherhood drastically shifted:
- "To be someone that was, like, terrified of motherhood... to go from that to feeling like, I wish I had six of these, is crazy." [10:00]

2. New Projects: The ‘Undomesticated’ Podcast

[11:13-14:12]

Candace introduces her new audio and video podcast with Michael Arceneaux:
- Undomesticated is about “all the things,” from relationships to politics, with a focus on candid, witty conversation:
- “We are the Group Chat you wish you were in. We are having the conversation about relationships, politics, money, marriage, motherhood, being gay, being Black, being a mess. And we're doing it in our own natural, magical flair." [12:33]
The podcast is recorded remotely due to co-hosts living on opposite coasts but will include studio episodes and guests.
The hosts joke about doing a pod swap with Candiace; she enthusiastically agrees.

3. The Traitors Season 4 Experience

[19:25-27:44]

Candiace describes participating in The Traitors as “the best experience of my life—aside from having my child.”
- "It was the most amazing experience aside from having a child, pushing a child out." [20:20]
She discusses the intensity of the show, both psychologically and emotionally.
- Production stripped contestants of phones and money; young parents were permitted brief nightly calls home.
- “Even when I got home, my mind for weeks was still, like, thinking about murder... it's hard to get out of it.” – Candiace [21:35]
Reveals a psychological edge to the show, including eerie rituals and music to heighten tension.
- “Before every roundtable? Yes. And I was, I was like, why are we—what is—this is psychological. They play that song for us and it's... Everybody's dead silent.” [22:22]
Discusses bonding with cast members:
- Particularly praises Kristen Kish (Top Chef), Maura (Love Island), and Mark Ballas (Dancing with the Stars).
- On Mark Ballas’ “man bun": “I love a man bun. I think they're sexy. A man bun is—on the right man.” [25:42]
Teases a blowup at the reunion with a yet-unnamed cast member:
- “I hope it will become clear why this person deserves to get cussed into an oblivion... I have a bag of explicatives for this person.” [26:16]

4. Stepping Away from Housewives

[28:01-29:57]

Candiace is content with her decision to leave RHOP, cherishing time with her son and new opportunities:
- “I would never take back this year with my son... just being able to enjoy motherhood privately." [28:19]
- “I loved sharing my life on the show, and I don’t regret any of it, but this was a different chapter...” [28:56]
Explains why she didn’t want to juggle filming with her first baby due to the demands and stress:
- “Hormones, postpartum hormones are crazy. And then you add the stress. ...I needed to figure it out by myself.” [29:36]
On whether she’d return: “Never say never." [30:03]

5. RHOP Updates & Candace’s Perspective

Thoughts on Former Castmates and Current Potomac Drama

[30:17-46:10]

Discusses BravoCon, voter registration events, and pod appearances.
On rumors of Monique returning:
- “I don’t think about it.” [30:56]
Admits she hasn’t watched the latest season, but hears RHOP news secondhand via fans and family.
- “It’s naive to think I can escape it completely... but no, I didn’t follow it.” [31:11]
Reacts to social media chatter about cast member Stacy’s alleged bad breath, and other Potomac relationship drama:
- “They have to, like, break you down. So I guess her breath will be her downfall. It’s crazy.” [32:37]
Gives an inside perspective on Stacy's relationships and skepticism about her reported boyfriend, TJ:
- “I never believed that that was her boyfriend... Because TJ doesn't want to be with Stacy. He was having a crisis because he knew he didn't want to.” [34:28, 34:38]
On Karen Huger’s legal troubles and release:
- “I’m happy she’s home... It’s just an awful thing to think about. And it’s not to take away from, you know, she did time. Yeah, she did, but she did. She served her time... hopefully she learned her lesson.” [35:15, 36:16]
On Mia leaving RHOP and dating Bobby Valentino:
- "Mia has a type. She loves a little man. Oh, he's little. Bobby's a little man." [41:52]
- The group laughs about Mia’s penchant for shorter men.
Candiace says she doesn't know the new cast members Tia and Angel.
On who she misses filming with:
- “I love filming with Karen. I’ll be honest and say I miss fighting with Ashley. I miss filming with her and, like, cussing her ass out and talking about her big ass forehead. I do miss that.” [44:50]

6. Quick-Hits and Fun Moments

Candiace on her famous one-liners and merchandise: “Not today, Nick!” sweatshirts available at CandaceDillard.com [46:40]
Hilarious riff on Tamra’s resemblance to Mariah Carey:
- “Every time I see you, I'm like, oh, who is this Black lady? You look like Mariah. I'm not kidding.” – Candiace [49:06]
Candiace offers advice about wig-wearing—praising Teddi’s efforts and giving tips on managing natural hair under a wig.
The episode ends with warm goodbyes and talk of a potential podcast collaboration.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On keeping her baby’s face private:
“You all are invited [to see him]. But the general public and all of their weirdness? No, they just... can hold off.” — Candiace [06:07]
On the intensity of The Traitors:
"Even when I got home, my mind for weeks was still, like, thinking about murder... it's hard to get out of it." — Candiace [21:35]
On Housewife drama seasons:
"They can't let you make you think that you're going to come in and be like, you know, the comeback kid... They have to, like, break you down. So I guess her breath will be her downfall." — Candiace [32:32]
On returning to RHOP:
“Never say never, you know. Anything is possible. I literally leave every door open.” — Candiace [30:03]
On the prospect of running into Michael Darby:
“Oh, God, I would melt into the concrete so quickly... I would turn into stone. Because, you know, what is that? The demon—when you look at the demon, you turn into stone. I would be... I turn into a stone if I look.” — Candiace [47:38]

Timestamps for Key Segments

03:43 – Candiace joins, talks motherhood and baby milestones
07:28 – Candiace’s postpartum health scare story
11:13 – Introduction of ‘Undomesticated’ Podcast
19:25 – The Traitors Season 4 experience
25:19 – Bonding with other reality stars, man bun debate
26:16 – Tease about cussing someone out at the reunion
28:01 – Why Candiace left RHOP, her reflections
30:56 – Thoughts on Monique’s return
35:15 – Reflections on Karen Huger’s legal trouble
41:09 – Update on Mia and her new romance
44:50 – On missing fighting with Ashley
46:40 – ‘Not today, Nick!’ and other one-liner legacy
49:06 – Mariah Carey comparison for Tamra; light-hearted banter
47:38, 48:08 – On not seeing Michael Darby around

Tone and Style

True to the spirit of Two Ts In a Pod, the episode is energetic, funny, and unfiltered. Candiace brings her trademark wit and candor, openly discussing the joys and challenges of her life post-RHOP while offering spicy, sometimes shade-filled, commentary about former castmates. The camaraderie between all three women keeps the conversation flowing and highly entertaining throughout.

For Listeners

This episode is a must-listen for fans of RHOP, The Traitors, and reality TV in general. Candiace’s openness about motherhood, trauma, and personal growth creates a thoughtful contrast to the lighthearted shade and Bravo gossip. And she leaves the door wide open for a Bravo return, ensuring her fans will eagerly follow what she does next.

Podcast Summary: Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge

Episode: The Twot Seat: CANDIACE DILLARD BASSETT (RHOP)

Release Date: October 8, 2025
Hosted by: Teddi Mellencamp & Tamra Judge
Guest: Candiace Dillard Bassett

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Motherhood & Family Updates

[03:43-11:13]

Candiace shares about her son Jet turning one, expressing disbelief at how quickly time has gone.
- "How is it possible? I don't, like. I'm. It flew by." – Candiace [05:38]
She explains why she chooses not to show her son’s face publicly:
- "The general public and all of their weirdness. No. They just... can hold off." – Candiace [06:07]
Candiace recounts a post-birth medical scare (blood clot in her ovary) that deeply affected her first weeks as a mother. She had to undergo treatment with blood thinner injections due to breastfeeding:
- "To be thinking that I just had this baby and now could I die and my child won't even know that I love him. Like, that was where my mind was for weeks." [09:22]
Admits her perception of motherhood drastically shifted:
- "To be someone that was, like, terrified of motherhood... to go from that to feeling like, I wish I had six of these, is crazy." [10:00]

2. New Projects: The ‘Undomesticated’ Podcast

[11:13-14:12]

Candace introduces her new audio and video podcast with Michael Arceneaux:
- Undomesticated is about “all the things,” from relationships to politics, with a focus on candid, witty conversation:
- “We are the Group Chat you wish you were in. We are having the conversation about relationships, politics, money, marriage, motherhood, being gay, being Black, being a mess. And we're doing it in our own natural, magical flair." [12:33]
The podcast is recorded remotely due to co-hosts living on opposite coasts but will include studio episodes and guests.
The hosts joke about doing a pod swap with Candiace; she enthusiastically agrees.

3. The Traitors Season 4 Experience

[19:25-27:44]

Candiace describes participating in The Traitors as “the best experience of my life—aside from having my child.”
- "It was the most amazing experience aside from having a child, pushing a child out." [20:20]
She discusses the intensity of the show, both psychologically and emotionally.
- Production stripped contestants of phones and money; young parents were permitted brief nightly calls home.
- “Even when I got home, my mind for weeks was still, like, thinking about murder... it's hard to get out of it.” – Candiace [21:35]
Reveals a psychological edge to the show, including eerie rituals and music to heighten tension.
- “Before every roundtable? Yes. And I was, I was like, why are we—what is—this is psychological. They play that song for us and it's... Everybody's dead silent.” [22:22]
Discusses bonding with cast members:
- Particularly praises Kristen Kish (Top Chef), Maura (Love Island), and Mark Ballas (Dancing with the Stars).
- On Mark Ballas’ “man bun": “I love a man bun. I think they're sexy. A man bun is—on the right man.” [25:42]
Teases a blowup at the reunion with a yet-unnamed cast member:
- “I hope it will become clear why this person deserves to get cussed into an oblivion... I have a bag of explicatives for this person.” [26:16]

4. Stepping Away from Housewives

[28:01-29:57]

Candiace is content with her decision to leave RHOP, cherishing time with her son and new opportunities:
- “I would never take back this year with my son... just being able to enjoy motherhood privately." [28:19]
- “I loved sharing my life on the show, and I don’t regret any of it, but this was a different chapter...” [28:56]
Explains why she didn’t want to juggle filming with her first baby due to the demands and stress:
- “Hormones, postpartum hormones are crazy. And then you add the stress. ...I needed to figure it out by myself.” [29:36]
On whether she’d return: “Never say never." [30:03]

5. RHOP Updates & Candace’s Perspective

Thoughts on Former Castmates and Current Potomac Drama

[30:17-46:10]

Discusses BravoCon, voter registration events, and pod appearances.
On rumors of Monique returning:
- “I don’t think about it.” [30:56]
Admits she hasn’t watched the latest season, but hears RHOP news secondhand via fans and family.
- “It’s naive to think I can escape it completely... but no, I didn’t follow it.” [31:11]
Reacts to social media chatter about cast member Stacy’s alleged bad breath, and other Potomac relationship drama:
- “They have to, like, break you down. So I guess her breath will be her downfall. It’s crazy.” [32:37]
Gives an inside perspective on Stacy's relationships and skepticism about her reported boyfriend, TJ:
- “I never believed that that was her boyfriend... Because TJ doesn't want to be with Stacy. He was having a crisis because he knew he didn't want to.” [34:28, 34:38]
On Karen Huger’s legal troubles and release:
- “I’m happy she’s home... It’s just an awful thing to think about. And it’s not to take away from, you know, she did time. Yeah, she did, but she did. She served her time... hopefully she learned her lesson.” [35:15, 36:16]
On Mia leaving RHOP and dating Bobby Valentino:
- "Mia has a type. She loves a little man. Oh, he's little. Bobby's a little man." [41:52]
- The group laughs about Mia’s penchant for shorter men.
Candiace says she doesn't know the new cast members Tia and Angel.
On who she misses filming with:
- “I love filming with Karen. I’ll be honest and say I miss fighting with Ashley. I miss filming with her and, like, cussing her ass out and talking about her big ass forehead. I do miss that.” [44:50]

6. Quick-Hits and Fun Moments

Candiace on her famous one-liners and merchandise: “Not today, Nick!” sweatshirts available at CandaceDillard.com [46:40]
Hilarious riff on Tamra’s resemblance to Mariah Carey:
- “Every time I see you, I'm like, oh, who is this Black lady? You look like Mariah. I'm not kidding.” – Candiace [49:06]
Candiace offers advice about wig-wearing—praising Teddi’s efforts and giving tips on managing natural hair under a wig.
The episode ends with warm goodbyes and talk of a potential podcast collaboration.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On keeping her baby’s face private:
“You all are invited [to see him]. But the general public and all of their weirdness? No, they just... can hold off.” — Candiace [06:07]
On the intensity of The Traitors:
"Even when I got home, my mind for weeks was still, like, thinking about murder... it's hard to get out of it." — Candiace [21:35]
On Housewife drama seasons:
"They can't let you make you think that you're going to come in and be like, you know, the comeback kid... They have to, like, break you down. So I guess her breath will be her downfall." — Candiace [32:32]
On returning to RHOP:
“Never say never, you know. Anything is possible. I literally leave every door open.” — Candiace [30:03]
On the prospect of running into Michael Darby:
“Oh, God, I would melt into the concrete so quickly... I would turn into stone. Because, you know, what is that? The demon—when you look at the demon, you turn into stone. I would be... I turn into a stone if I look.” — Candiace [47:38]

Timestamps for Key Segments

03:43 – Candiace joins, talks motherhood and baby milestones
07:28 – Candiace’s postpartum health scare story
11:13 – Introduction of ‘Undomesticated’ Podcast
19:25 – The Traitors Season 4 experience
25:19 – Bonding with other reality stars, man bun debate
26:16 – Tease about cussing someone out at the reunion
28:01 – Why Candiace left RHOP, her reflections
30:56 – Thoughts on Monique’s return
35:15 – Reflections on Karen Huger’s legal trouble
41:09 – Update on Mia and her new romance
44:50 – On missing fighting with Ashley
46:40 – ‘Not today, Nick!’ and other one-liner legacy
49:06 – Mariah Carey comparison for Tamra; light-hearted banter
47:38, 48:08 – On not seeing Michael Darby around

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Podcast Summary: Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge

Episode: The Twot Seat: CANDIACE DILLARD BASSETT (RHOP)

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Motherhood & Family Updates

2. New Projects: The ‘Undomesticated’ Podcast

3. The Traitors Season 4 Experience

4. Stepping Away from Housewives

5. RHOP Updates & Candace’s Perspective

Thoughts on Former Castmates and Current Potomac Drama

6. Quick-Hits and Fun Moments

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Tone and Style

For Listeners

Summary

Podcast Summary: Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge

Episode: The Twot Seat: CANDIACE DILLARD BASSETT (RHOP)

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Motherhood & Family Updates

2. New Projects: The ‘Undomesticated’ Podcast

3. The Traitors Season 4 Experience

4. Stepping Away from Housewives

5. RHOP Updates & Candace’s Perspective

Thoughts on Former Castmates and Current Potomac Drama

6. Quick-Hits and Fun Moments

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Tone and Style

For Listeners