Two Ts In A Pod: Twots Takes BravoCon 2025 (Guest: Julia Lemigova)

Podcast: Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge
Episode Date: November 14, 2025
Location: Live from BravoCon, Las Vegas
Guest Host: Alexis Bellino
Special Guest: Julia Lemigova

Episode Overview

This episode is a special live recording at BravoCon 2025 in Las Vegas, featuring Teddi Mellencamp, Tamra Judge, guest host Alexis Bellino, and special guest Julia Lemigova (The Real Housewives of Miami). The central focus is Julia’s reflective and optimistic approach to BravoCon, how she’s rebounding from a challenging season, the realities of sharing her personal life on TV, her relationship with Martina Navratilova, and what’s ahead at the event—including juicy clarifications about rumors and panels.

Key Discussion Points & Highlights

1. Julia’s BravoCon Experience and Reframing After a Difficult Season

• Julia reveals this is her fourth BravoCon, emphasizing the significance of BravoCon 2025 as a personal reset after a tough year.
• Quote: "No matter what happens this Bravocon, I decided it's gonna be my favorite because it's a reset button."
  (Julia, 04:43)
• She discusses her approach to the event: manifesting positivity, setting intentions, and seeking new energy.

2. Navigating a Rough Season & Owning Personal Challenges

• Julia candidly admits to having a difficult previous season due to family changes and emotional stress, some of which played out on TV.
• Quote: "I'm the first one to admit I had a really rough season. But I was going through a lot of stuff, a lot of emotions, family changes... Not the best possible way I would have wished, but I take full accountability."
  (Julia, 05:11)
• She underscores the importance of accountability and self-reflection: "We're only humans… it's how you handle it and how you take accountability."

3. Life on Reality TV: Vulnerability and Resilience

• The conversation addresses the challenges of living life publicly—being scrutinized, misunderstood, and dissected by viewers.
• Julia stands by the decision to share her life with Martina on television, expressing:
  Quote: "It was a choice. We signed up for it... and I have zero regrets."
  (Julia, 06:05)
• Julia and Martina's relationship is described as strong and solid, having weathered recent difficulties.
  • "Martina is my wall. She's the best partner I could wish for, and she's the best mom."
    (Julia, 06:13)

4. Relationships, Family, and Growth

• Julia credits the steadfastness of her marriage and family for her resilience.
• She discusses the importance of honesty and communication with Martina, emphasizing:
  Quote: "Martina knows. I don’t have secrets from Martina. That's the truth. She knows everything about me because she's my person, and things are not always perfect."
  (Julia, 07:27)
• On maintaining a relationship: "There’s no perfect relationship... it is about how you walk through those trenches together." (Alexis, 07:42)

5. Anticipating BravoCon Panels and Reunions

• Expresses excitement to meet and do a parenting panel with Kate Chastain from Below Deck.
  • "I really want to meet her because I think she's such an inspiration... her calm leadership is really empowering to me."
    (Julia, 08:01)
• Shares her schedule, including attending "the Bravos" event and an upcoming fiery Miami Housewives panel.
• Reunion dynamics: Julia hasn't seen Adriana, Gertie, and Lisa since their last reunion, underscoring the tension and anticipation.
• Quote: "Tomorrow is a huge day because we have a Miami panel. And that's where you know it's going to be spicy."
  (Julia, 09:50)

6. The "Haitian Mortician" Rumor—Setting the Record Straight

• The infamous rumor from her last season gets direct attention:
  • Quote: "Let me set the record straight. I have not cheated on Martina with Haitian morticians. Did he exist? Hell yes, he did... I gave her the phrase. I gave it to her and she ran with it."
    (Julia, 16:26)
• Julia explains it was a playful exaggeration—he was a real person she met before Martina lived in Europe. No cheating involved; it was a colorful anecdote that spun out on TV.

7. Julia’s Bisexuality and Relationships

• She openly discusses her sexuality and life history:
  • "I had my biological daughters with their fathers, and when I met Martina, she was my hero superhero. I manifested her since I was like, I don't know, 13 years old."
    (Julia, 17:57)
• Shares what keeps her marriage strong: humor, communication, and mutual support.

8. Self-Improvement, Authenticity, and New Chapters

• Julia expresses a strong commitment to growth and honesty:
  • "There's one thing about me, I'm not perfect, but I don't lie... I need to grow, I need to learn, you know, I became a full time student in University of Miami."
    (Julia, 20:14)
• Conversation ends on a note of gratitude, mutual admiration, and affirmations of continued support.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Moving Forward:
  "It's a new energy. It's, you know, same passion, but new energy."
  (Julia, 04:56)

• On Public Scrutiny:
  "It is very difficult to take on being... your entire life in front of a national television show... for America to not understand every single element, but then to dissect your life."
  (Alexis, 06:05)

• On Relationship Survival:
  "Something like that either makes you or it breaks you 100%... What I love about sitting here with you is that you and Martina took something that could destroy your marriage and your life together. And you just said, this is gonna make us stronger."
  (Alexis, 06:49)

• On the Haitian Mortician Story:
  "He was super hot, but that was kind of the end of it."
  (Julia, 17:40)

• On Laughter in Marriage:
  "One of the keys to the marriage, laughter."
  (Julia, 18:25)

• On Evolving:
  "You have to evolve."
  (Julia, 20:33)

Important Segments & Timestamps

• Julia’s Reframe on BravoCon (Reset, 04:43)
• Discussion on Difficult Season & Owning Mistakes (05:11)
• Marriage Strength & Post-Reunion Reflections (06:13)
• Anticipation for BravoCon Panels & New Interactions (08:01, 09:50)
• "Haitian Mortician" Clarification (16:26–17:40)
• Open Discussion of Sexuality/Bisexuality (17:49–17:57)
• Commitment to Growth & Authenticity (20:14–20:33)

Tone and Atmosphere

The episode is conversational, candid, and uplifting. It centers on resilience after public struggle and stresses humor, growth, and realness. Julia’s warmth and openness are matched by Alexis’ empathy, making for an intimate and genuine exchange.

For New Listeners

This episode offers a revealing look at the real people behind reality TV personas. Fans of Housewives (especially Miami), reality television, or those interested in honest conversations about public life, relationships, and personal growth will find resonance and inspiration here. Julia’s story stands as a testament to the power of accountability and the importance of staying true to oneself—even when under a glaring public spotlight.