Two Ts In A Pod: Twots Takes BravoCon 2025 (Part One – Margaret Josephs)

Podcast: Two Ts In A Pod
Hosts: Teddi Mellencamp & Tamra Judge
Date: November 14, 2025
Guest: Margaret Josephs (with Alexis Bellino)
Episode Focus: Behind-the-scenes BravoCon stories, Real Housewives dynamics, and Margaret’s personal updates

Episode Overview

This episode dives into BravoCon 2025 and brings listeners candid reality TV gossip, Housewife relationship deep-dives, and some personal updates—mainly through a lively and unfiltered conversation between Teddi, Tamra, Alexis Bellino, and special guest Margaret Josephs. The tone is honest, occasionally raw, and frequently hilarious, recapping not just Bravo drama but also their lives behind the camera.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Margaret’s Latest Life Update

• [04:07] Margaret happily reveals her oldest stepson (from her first marriage) just had his first baby at age 50.
  • Margaret: “My oldest stepson just had a baby at age 50 from my first match. His first baby. Is that not crazy?”
• Margaret also mentions working on her mocktail line, Soiree, and is energized by the BravoCon pause and reset.

2. The "Pause" in Bravo Shows – Reactions

• [04:45] Margaret embraces the break in filming, saying it was needed by all.
  • Margaret: “I'm not gonna lie. I enjoyed my time off for a little while. I think we all needed a little breather, a little break.”
• The hosts probe about possible reconciliation within the cast, specifically the Gorga-Giudice family drama.

3. Gorga-Giudice Family Drama — Private vs. Public

• [05:00] Discussion delves into whether Melissa and Teresa have reconciled. Margaret urges that family issues “shouldn't play out in the public eye.”
  • Margaret: “I think we've all seen it. You know, something like this has to be done in a therapist's office, not played out in the press.”
• Alexis expresses hope for family healing, emphasizing family above the reality show element.

4. The Controversial Louie Video

• [06:17] Teddi describes a distressing video of Louie (Teresa’s husband) reportedly yelling at an ex-wife, sparking debate about accountability and the potential impact of AI and public blame-shifting.
  • Margaret: “They are claiming it's AI, but this... was done way before AI. I think a lot of people have discredited that. And the whole point is, it was done and those things were said.” ([07:05])
• The group discusses whether people can truly change or if past behavior is always indicative of the future.
  • Margaret: “I think past behavior is indicative of future behavior. A lot of times with things like that.” ([07:30])

5. Reality TV & Accountability

• [08:36] Margaret and Teddi open up about times they've made mistakes, drawing a line between honest self-reflection and denial.
  • Margaret: “I've done a lot of shitty things.”
  • Teddi: “I've made multiple mistakes.”
  • The group agrees that growth comes from taking responsibility, not deflection.

6. Social Scene Updates: Friend Circles & Relationships

• [14:12] Teddi asks Margaret who she’s been hanging with lately. Margaret mentions Dolores’ engagement and iconic engagement ring:
  • Margaret (about Dolores’ ring): “...her little baby hands with this huge ring. I’m going to have to be your ring assistant and help hold your hands up.”
• Margaret shares she keeps in frequent contact with Dolores and Melissa, but not Teresa:
  • Margaret: “We don't have a relationship. It used to be contentious... I have no ill will towards her. Truthfully, I kind of feel sad for her in this situation.” ([15:23])

7. When Cast Drama Goes Public (Shannon Beador & Alexis Bellino Elevator Moment)

• [16:44] Teddi puts Alexis on the spot to recount her run-in with Shannon Beador at BravoCon:
  • Alexis (on avoiding Shannon in the elevator): “I just don't want the strife... After that, I looked at my friends and said, I shouldn't have done that. Why did I feel I had to?” ([17:55])
• Margaret says she would have just gotten in the elevator and said, “Hey,” keeping things grown-up and civil.
  • Margaret: “If you're a grown lady, you just say hi and move on.” ([19:10])

8. Reflections on Reality TV Relationships

• [16:05] Alexis laments the isolation reality TV fallout can cause, wishing things could be more cordial:
  • Alexis: “I don't want the feeling of when I'm walking by my cast that I feel like they're just gonna shun me or not say hi... nobody gets it unless you've been in it.”
• The group agrees it is possible to respect each other’s space without animosity, even if past wounds exist.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Margaret Josephs (on the Gorgas and Giudices):
  “I just hope it's genuine for the sake of Melissa and Joe.” ([05:13])
• Teddi Mellencamp (on viral videos and accountability):
  “I do think that if you’re willing to put yourself out there on camera and be so aggressive...that’s really intense.” ([08:04])
• Alexis Bellino (on cast relations):
  “We're not brain surgeons. We’re not at that level. But it’s a hard career, nobody gets it unless you've been in it.” ([16:28])
• Margaret Josephs (on moving past drama):
  “I kind of feel sad for her in this situation. I want everything to be good for her. She's been through the wringer.” ([15:23])

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:14] Intro & guest welcome
• [04:07] Margaret’s family update (stepson’s new baby)
• [04:45] The BravoCon pause – initial reactions
• [05:00] Gorga-Giudice family drama
• [06:17] The Louie controversy — viral video discussion
• [07:30] Can people change? Arguments for and against
• [14:12] Margaret’s friend circle and Dolores’ engagement ring
• [15:38] Lack of relationship with Teresa—“our ship has sailed”
• [16:44] Alexis & Shannon: BravoCon elevator avoidance, cast fallout
• [19:03] How to stay civil after reality TV drama

Episode Tone & Style

Conversational and direct, the hosts and guests don’t shy away from controversy. Margaret is open, humorous, and sometimes self-deprecating, while Alexis brings moments of vulnerability. Teddi keeps the chat on track and isn’t afraid to push for the real story. The tone is equal parts gossipy and therapeutic—reflecting why fans turn to this podcast for insight straight from OG Housewives.

This summary captures the heart of the episode for listeners who want the gossip and the heart behind the Bravo headlines—without any of the filler.