Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge

Episode: Twots Take BravoCon 2025 (And That’s A Wrap!)
Date: November 14, 2025
Special Guest Co-Host: Alexis Bellino
Location: Live from BravoCon, Las Vegas

Episode Overview

In this energetic BravoCon wrap-up episode, Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge introduce Alexis Bellino as a special guest co-host. Alexis shares her final thoughts from an action-packed podcasting marathon, reflects on high-profile run-ins, addresses recent press rumors, and warmly recounts favorite BravoCon moments, delivering behind-the-scenes insights from the world of Real Housewives and reality TV personalities.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Special Guest Alexis Bellino Reflects on BravoCon Podcasting

[04:18 – 06:00]

• Alexis opens by sharing this is her last podcast episode at BravoCon, describing the experience as a major career highlight.
• She emphasizes the excitement and privilege of meeting so many personalities:
  “It has been one of the highlights of my entire career to sit and actually do all of this podcasting for iHeart... I have met some of the most amazing people that I didn’t know before.” – Alexis [04:25]
• Memorable mentions include Gertie, Margaret, and Nurse Mel, with Alexis wishing for more time:
  “Even Nurse Mel – just now I have another hour I want to ask her questions so I’m begging for another interview with her.” – Alexis [04:48]

2. Margaret's “Big Shindig” and Unexpected Celebrity Run-Ins

[06:01 – 06:53]

• Alexis raves about Margaret’s lavish BravoCon party, with a hosted bar, gift bags, and star-filled guest list (Reza, Gigi, Melissa Gorga, et al.).
• She expresses regret over not meeting everyone due to being “pulled in different directions” and the physical toll of long hours in heels:
  “If I’m honest, my freaking feet hurt so bad because I was in heels from 9 o’clock that day and it was 10:30 and I had not taken them off one time... Not a good decision to make.” – Alexis [06:37]
• Humorous aside about not using the “Two T’s and a Pod” slippers, despite having them in her bag.

3. Addressing Press Rumors: Alexis & Shannon Encounter

[06:54 – 07:34]

• Alexis tackles press reports about an awkward run-in with Shannon at BravoCon.
• She details the story, insists the “weird look” happened, and shares her personal takeaway:
  “First of all, I’ve come to a lot of self-reflection from that moment. And I will be riding in the elevator from here on out with anyone that’s my nemesis or who does not like me... because I’m going to say hi. I might even try going for a hug.” – Alexis [07:07]
• Emphasizes letting go of grudges and maintaining positivity:
  “Because I live in positivity and not in regret or grudges.” – Alexis [07:18]

4. Personal Life Update: “Johnny J.” Arrival

[07:35 – 07:57]

• Alexis joyfully reveals her husband is joining her in Las Vegas for a celebration, joking about using his nickname:
  “The best news I have to give is, Johnny J. is on his way. I know he’s going to kill me for that... but it rhymed, so it was just good.” – Alexis [07:39]

5. The BravoCon (and Missing the Bravos)

[07:58 – 08:18]

• Alexis notes the odd feeling of being at BravoCon without attending The Bravos awards show but finds fulfillment in podcasting and connecting with fellow Bravo stars:
  “It is odd being at BravoCon and not being at the Bravos... but I’m kind of okay with it. Like, I love running into all these people down the hallway.” – Alexis [08:01]
• Highlights running into and hugging Kyle Richards, underscoring their longstanding friendship.

6. Iconic Housewives Reunion: Vicki & Tamra

[08:19 – 08:56]

• Alexis delights in witnessing Vicki and Tamra reconnect, revealing the two have “squashed the beef:”
  “It was so good to see them back together... I have been a proponent of they need to squash the beef. Well, guess what? The beef is squashed.” – Alexis [08:36]
• Shares Vicki’s recent surgery and her energetic presence at BravoCon.
• Teases the duo’s new business venture (a “healthy” latte), expressing excitement to try it:
  “Now they made a latte that we all need to try... it’s all healthy and I don’t want to have to always make coffee in the morning.” – Alexis [08:47]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On podcasting at BravoCon:
  “Fabulous and fascinating and fun. So all three F’s in one.” – Alexis [04:58]
• On star-studded parties:
  “She [Margaret] hosted a bar for like 150 people... gave the best gift bags away. Everybody was there... Reza and Gigi... saw Melissa Gorga.” – Alexis [06:22]
• On handling awkward encounters:
  “I will be riding in the elevator from here on out with anyone that’s my nemesis... The problem’s probably on them and not on me.” – Alexis [07:12]
• On friendship with Kyle Richards:
  “I hugged Kyle Richards last night. Who would have thought? She’s like two doors down from me...” – Alexis [08:06]
• On Housewives reunions:
  “It was so good to see [Vicki and Tamra] back together... guess what? The beef is squashed.” – Alexis [08:36]

Important Timestamps & Segments

• [04:18] Alexis Bellino’s emotional BravoCon goodbye as guest co-host
• [06:01] Inside Margaret’s BravoCon bash and exhausting party schedules
• [06:54] Addressing the “Shannon look” and self-reflection on public beefs
• [07:35] Personal update: Alexis’s husband arriving for the celebrations
• [08:06] Chance hallway friendships and “Kyle Moment”
• [08:19] The Vicki–Tamra reunion, latte venture, and OC season 20 speculation
• [08:56] Alexis bids farewell: shopping and “massage tomorrow”

Wrap-up & Tone

The episode is high-spirited, affectionate, and sprinkled with self-irony and Bravo fandom. Alexis Bellino’s wrap-up offers fans authentic “behind-the-curtain” vibes—emphasizing personal growth, the importance of friendships (old and new), and BravoCon’s unique mix of glitz, exhaustion, and genuine connection.

Perfect for listeners who want inside stories, memorable meetups, and Real Housewives reflections from one of Bravo’s own, live on the scene at BravoCon 2025.