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Ben
Hello, and welcome to Watch what Crap Ends, a podcast about all that crap on Bravo that we just love to talk about. This is part two of the recap. If you missed part one, go check out your podcast feed. It's right there. And without further ado, let's get right back into the recap.
Ronnie
I'm gonna the TV show the Guy from Baywatch. Okay, let's see who it is. David Hasselhoff obviously, is the most honest. The most honest one. Parker Stevenson. Do you think it was Parker Stevenson? Okay, well, the movie guy was. You know, we made it Rob Reiner, but it was rumored to be Quentin Tarantino was the movie director guy. So she does not have great taste. So maybe Parker Stevens. Is Parker Stevenson still with us?
Ben
I don't. I don't even know. But I will say, while you look this up, we did get some. You know, an old queen in the bar did reach out to us, and basically the old queen of the bar said, I know who Jesse's mystery woman is and wanted to share the tea with y'all. And she's my cousin's friend, and they have a crazy backstory, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah. Which is. I'm not. I'm not gonna. Like, I don't want to. Well, basically, by the way, I'm not.
Ronnie
Saying this to you. I'm saying this to her, to the m. Like, the mystery girl in general. I'm curious. Oh, yeah, yeah, Keep going.
Ben
No, no. The only thing that. The only thing. The only thing that. I think the real takeaway from this is actually at the end of this email where she says, p S. She's a flat ear. That. To me. Is that true? So, like, it's a blind item. I'm not gonna say the person's name or anything because this is totally rumor.
Ronnie
You can't say that and then not say the person's name. Okay, send it.
Ben
Yeah, 100. I can. Because I don't know if it's Google.
Ronnie
I can Google.
Ben
It's a stranger. A stranger just said it's this person. So I'm not gonna say some person's name on our podcast.
Ronnie
I want to Google the person.
Ben
A flat Earther who dated Jesse Lally. But what I will say is that according to an Old queen of the bar, Jesse Lally's Orange county girl is a flat Earther. So, you know, and all the flat earthers out there.
Ronnie
But I want to Google her.
Ben
You might be offended at this. My ridicule. Well, that's gonna be on you. Sorry, you'll have to do.
Ronnie
Yeah, whatever. Walk off the edge of the earth about it. So send me her name so I can Google this girl plus Baywatch act.
Ben
It's in. It's in our. Okay. Yeah, I'm gonna text it to you. Okay, hold on. Okay, here we go.
Ronnie
I won't say her name, by the way. I'm the one who just said, who cares? I don't care who she is. And now I'm like, who is she? I have to know, because it could have been Zac Efron or it could have been the Rock.
Ben
Wow.
Ronnie
I think it was gonna text Stevenson, though.
Ben
Well, this is the girl. This is. This is not the. This is not the Baywatch person.
Ronnie
No, I know, but the girl hooked up with the Baywatch guy.
Ben
Oh, got it. Yeah, I just sent it to you.
Ronnie
Oh, okay. Well, you can go on.
Ben
I'll.
Ronnie
I'll do this.
Ben
Okay, I'll go on. So in the meantime. Yeah, she, like. So, like, she, like, slept with a guy from Bear Watch. And Jesse's like, all right, thank you. Yeah. And then I'm also like. He's like, okay, thanks so much. I have more to say. No, that's good. I'm. I'm good. I'm set. I'm gonna hang up on you. Bye. No, but I have more details.
Ronnie
By the way, this is not a secret. This is out. It just gives up this name, and it says, who is the Valley star Jesse Lollies girlfriend Lacy Nicole.
Ben
Okay, when?
Ronnie
That's already out there.
Ben
Well, then I guess I just put it out there that she's a flat earther. Congratulations.
Ronnie
That was a young queen in a bar who told us that they're like you.
Ben
Well, I was trying.
Ronnie
We've already heard it, okay? It's a Newsweek. It's literally a Newsweek, ma'am.
Ben
Well, then in that case, I was just trying to protect the identity of. Of anyone involved, but I guess. I guess it's.
Ronnie
Well, that could only make her more popular these days. You know what I mean? The world's going in a crazy place. Some people will be like, oh, my God. Oh. And then thank God it's flat.
Ben
Am I right? The world's going to crazy place. So make sure you don't fall off the edge of it.
Ronnie
Okay, so yeah, Sheena's like, yeah, the guy from Baywatch. Verbatim, Literally verbatim. It was so verbatim. I was like, stop touching yourself in front of me. Okay. Do that at home. And so he's like, like, okay, Sheena, thanks. Just sorry for the bad news. So she's out of there. And then Michelle's like, this girl can do whatever she wants. I don't even know her. Okay, but what I'm just saying. And he's like, okay, fine. I guess I'm just a little overwhelmed right now. I just had a crying scene. I don't know if you notice. So I'm gonna go pick up Isabella if that's okay with you. Thanks for coming by, toots.
Ben
Yes, it's Sad that my 4 year old daughter tells me to keep Malibu when she goes to her mommy's house because she doesn't want me to be lonely. But Michelle can't see that. She thinks that it's fake. I didn't cheat on her. I didn't lie to her. Yeah, maybe I was a shitty husband, but I didn't hurt her. But you don't get to just gloss right over that part.
Ronnie
You being a shitty husband isn't a shitty husband.
Ben
You being a shitty husband is not just some light thing. It's not like you left a yogurt out on the, on the counter. You're a shitty husband.
Ronnie
It's like, but what about me? I'm alone in the house. You're alone because you were a shitty husband. You just answered your own question.
Ben
You're also not lonely because you've got a flat earther in your bed. Allegedly.
Ronnie
Yeah. And they do a close up of him and his eyes are just glazed and he's a mess. He's a mess as well, by the way.
Ben
By the way. By the way, I would also like to add another thing which is that there's no way that daughter is leaving, is leaving her toy, I guess. Is that like her like stuffed animal or something? Horse.
Ronnie
Yeah, he's feeding the dog Malibu scrambled eggs.
Ben
The only way, the only way the daughter will know that Jesse is lonely because the daughter is young. As if he is telling her that. If he's. He is, I guarantee, I guarantee he is playing emotional warfare and he is sitting there being like, yeah, I'm so lonely, I'm here alone. He's saying this hoping that the daugh carries this message to Michelle and to the, and, and to anyone else. Like, I think that's, it's actually a little Messed up that the daughter would even know that he's quote unquote lonely. Because you should not be putting that onto your child as far as I am concerned.
Ronnie
Yeah. So then we go to Jackson Britney's, and Danny and Jason show up. Bro. Bro. Hey, Jax, I know you're going through a rough time, bro, but you ever heard of a place called Santa Clarita?
Ben
Hey, bro. Hey. I'm a little bit sick. I got hand, foot and math from the kids. Yeah. When you got three under three, they give you three different parts of your body that get the disease. You know what I'm saying? And Jack's like, oh, disgusting. It's like, just kidding. It's just a joke. But Jack's. Jax washes his hands anyway.
Ronnie
So Jason's like, yeah, I'm no professional, but I think Jax is depressed. And, you know, it's like he's rageful. Yeah. Yeah, Jason. So they're basically like, listen, we heard about the cruise thing. We're just here to make sure your stool's okay, bro. So. Yeah, how's that doing? And they're like, jax, you know, you need to get help. Rock bottom, etc. And he's just looking at his phone. He's so pissed off that they're even there, you know, because he's like, God, how many scenes? And even says he's like, God, I've been having this whole conversation all week. Maybe I'm a little sick of it because he's math that they're making him shoot these scenes.
Ben
Yeah.
Ronnie
You know, but welcome to the light.
Ben
Exactly. And Jason's like, well, you know, you reached out to me and you reached out to other friends and I know, like, you know, you know, and you're like, you want to help and, like, you're struggling with some stuff and, like, you have a lot. You have a lot of really bad depression and anxiety. And Jack's like, the more Danny and Jason are talking, the more this feels like an intervention. I was like, yeah, exactly. Although kind of a sad intervention that you can only drum up two people. So Jason is like. He's like, yeah, it's just not something you can cure on your own. Jack's like, I'm a huge fan of intervention. Just never thought I was going to be on that show. But if they want me, call me. Love to be on another TV show. Thanks.
Ronnie
Yeah. So he's like, I'd. The lady who was crushing cats in between newspapers. That was something. So they're trying to talk to him, but he's not having It. And they're both like, we're guys who are keeping the man accountable. Look at us kind of gently talking to this person that we've enabled for the past two years. Yeah, we're. We're good guys. And so he's like, just, guys, sorry, I'm just waiting for a call for the, you know, the. The doctor, because, you know, it's a place, you know, because I'm trying to get help, you know, except a good guy. So question, guys. What about me? Okay. What about. Okay. Whoops, the phone's ringing. Get out. Get out. Go, Go, go. Just go. Gotta take this call, guys. Gotta take this call.
Ben
He's like, Jackson saying, you know, it's tough for me to ask for help, but I talked to my sister, and she's like, you should go. We see a flashback of the FaceTime with his sister, and she's like, yeah, you need to check yourself into a facility, because mental health issues run in our family, and you're kind of a poster child, not just in our family, but in America right now. So check yourself in. Thanks so much. Yeah.
Ronnie
And he's like, yeah, my dad's turning over in his grave for doing this. Oh, okay. Your dad's upset that you're gonna try to not be abusing, abusive, and throw furniture and get off coke. Yeah. I'm sure your dad's super disappointed. So then the mental health clinic person calls, and he kicks the guys out of the house, and they're like, okay, well, glad we came by. This was fun. So he's on the phone with this guy, and the guy's just like, hey, man, I know you want to get help, so thanks for participating in that. Really appreciate it.
Ben
Yeah. So tell us what's wrong. He's like, I've got anger survey at.
Ronnie
The end of this call. Okay. Just remember to give me all tens. Okay. What's up today?
Ben
All right, so I just have, like, a lot of anger issues, mainly because of my. My wife, you know, she did this to me. Like, no one's checking on me. What about me? And the guy's like, so, what's your depression on a scale between 1 to 10, 10 being the most severe? He's like, yeah, nine for sure. Nine. Yeah, yeah. It's like, okay, well, look like we're gonna get some stuff settled for you. Come on in. I think it's gonna be 30 days. It's gonna be $30,000. No big deal, right, bro? And Jack's like, well, what? $30,000?
Ronnie
He's like, so what If I don't do what? If I don't do the whole time? And he's like, yeah, unfortunately, if you leave early, we can't refund you the rest. Okay. It's not like. Because, you know, Jax is like, okay, so two days is $2,000, because I got that. No, it's 30 grand, sucka. And add up how much you spent on coke in the past year. So then he's like, yeah, no refund. But you know what? Just 30 days. You. You'll get so much out of it. It's going to be twice as effective as two 15 day stays. Okay? No, it's the same amount, but right in there, right at the same time, it's twice as effective. If you want to do 90 days, that's five tuple times as effective as four, 10 days. Okay, you want me to keep doing math for you here? Because I get paid for this. All right?
Ben
Yeah, it's like, oh, man, I'm at the end of my rope right now doing all this math. It's hard. It's crazy. It's a big deal, man. 330 days. I mean, do you realize that's like 30 days I've got to step. I have to be away from my, like, showing up at a bar and, like, pouring some drinks like, once per week and then just like, going around places on my golf cart. It's a lot. It's a lot for me to step away from. So then we go to a while. He is contemplating that. We go to a restaurant elsewhere in the valley where Michelle, Brittany and Janet meet up. And Brittany is like, hey, so you know what? You know that I've been, like, keeping spice between me and Jackson, cruising Jacks and everything? Well, I accidentally sent a lot of my stuff from Amazon and I got it. So, God, I said it for the new house, but said it's the old house. So I went in there and, like, I go upstairs to see if I want to grab any extra clothes and stuff out or something like that. And then the bathroom. There's like a thong on the bathroom sink. And I took a picture of it to show you guys. Look, there's a thong. It's like, what? Is there baby wipe on top of it, too? Like, that's not even a hot phone.
Ronnie
And Janice, like, gross. She must have wiped her vagina on your baby wipe. Okay, snot sucker. Since when are we gonna shame people for wiping their vagina? That's actually like 10 classes above what I expect from Jax. Is it weird that I'm actually Impressed.
Ben
That being said, why is this stuff left on the counter? Was this left on the counter, like, intentionally knowing that Brittany would be coming by at some point? Like, I don't. Who is leaving their. Just their thong on a. On a. On a sink? And who's leaving the white.
Ronnie
Don't you realize you forgot your thong? Aren't you like, hey, there's nothing. My butthole right now?
Ben
Or like, you take off your thong and you're like, why do you put it on the sink? Like, why don't you just sort of, like, leave it on the floor maybe? Or like, why. And why is the wife not in the garbage?
Ronnie
No, I'm a big Nothing.
Ben
Makes sense.
Ronnie
I take off all my clothes and I put them on the countertop.
Ben
Well, I think that. I think that in this case, something was afoot. I feel like Jax left things there somehow. I think he. He either knew she was coming by. Like, they. Maybe. Like, he probably. She probably was like, hi, I'm coming by to get something. Let me know when you're not there, and I'll come by. I think that's probably what happened. And he must have left on the counter knowing that she'd go upstairs just to get a rise out of her. I. I guarantee. Because I just don't. That doesn't make any sense, why that thong would be there.
Ronnie
No, he's just dog. And he throw it. Yeah. Who knows? I don't think Jax cares.
Ben
What?
Ronnie
Britain.
Ben
You know, I think he definitely cares.
Ronnie
I think there's probably thongs everywhere all the time. It's Jax. I'm sure it's like a party house over there. It's all the time over there. And she. So they're like, aha. She wiped her vagina on there. And so Britney's like, I thought it was a Covid mask at first. You know, that's the con Jacks would wear. They would just be strings. Or one time he made one out of. He had one ordered that was made out of sweater material so things could still get through.
Ben
A chunky sweater. Covid mask.
Ronnie
Yeah. What's the turtleneck sweater?
Ben
See, you cannot tell me. I do not believe for one moment that Jax ever wore a mask during COVID So for her to think that there would ever be a mask that would.
Ronnie
That would be weird to find in the bathroom. In Jackson's bathroom on the countertop. A mask from the pandemic. Yeah. He never.
Ben
No way. No. There's no way he ever wore a mask.
Ronnie
Nope.
Ben
Think about all the people who got covered from Him. So then Britney is like, I. But Michelle's like, well, I actually was good at. I was better at calling Jesse out the other day. I saw him, and they sent him schedule, and he's like. He's like, yeah, he loves to agree on something and then, like, take it back. But the problem is that this girl that is dating Jesse, she sent me a really horrific text message, and they're.
Ronnie
Like, oh, my God. What? She is threatening Dozumi. That's like, it doesn't really feel good, you guys. It's reddening to zoomy. Well, why are you starting with this girl Michelle? Like, I'm on your side here, but why are you going to Jesse and saying, that girl's telling everybody she's cheating on you with a guy from Baywatch? Like, how is that your business? Why are you getting yourself embroiled in this girl's business? Well, of course that girl wrote you and said you to you. Isn't that logical?
Ben
Well, I. I feel like I understand the logic of what you're saying. Like, just stay out of all the business. But I also feel like, as someone who's dealing with Jesse Lolly, you're gonna. You're gonna. You're gonna go for, like, you're. This is someone who's gonna be around your child, and you'll be like, just so you know, this person does not have your best interest at hand. And so, like, you're bringing them around my daughter. So just so you know, this is what this person's saying to other people, and you're. You're exposing this lady to our. To our child. So you should know this. So I think it was actually surprised.
Ronnie
If you go on national TV and say some girl is alleging all this stuff on national TV and then be shocked that you got a text message telling you to fuck off, is all I'm saying. You know, I mean, well, this person's in Michelle versus Jesse. Obviously, I'm more team Michelle than Jesse, but I think I'm just pointing out, like, I feel like it's unfair to not judge everybody. Like, I mean, come on. You're pretty messy as well. Madame.
Ben
I wonder where the. I wonder. By the way, I'm interested. I wonder where the public sentiment is on Michelle versus Jesse, because I saw something briefly that. I don't know, someone tweeted something that seemed to suggest. Almost like. They tweeted something like, I can't believe we have a show with both these people on. And it was like, Jax and Michelle. And I was like, really? Is Michelle Is Michelle being viewed as, like, the worst off, the worst offender here in this situation?
Ronnie
Jesse has a lot of people fooled with his victim. I think he does all like, she cheated on me. I didn't do nothing. Maybe it was a bad husband kind of, but she drove me to it. You know, people fall for that good little boy all the time. I mean, I saw a whole ass thread, and granted, it was, like, in some Facebook group, but I saw a whole Astra. Like, can you believe Brittany attacked Jax? When she came in and started trying to trigger Jax on the day that he was going to rehab, I was hoping that she'd come in and say, jax, I'm so proud of you for going to rehab. I mean, that's a huge step for Jackson, poor thing, dealing with this witch. And I was like, how do we all live on the same fucking planet? Like, what language are you watching this show? And do they change it in the subtitles? Like, what's happening?
Ben
Yeah, I don't understand how anyone could ever have that take, okay? And I listen, I know I have some hot takes that. That are a little out there, but not. That's. That's terrible. That's a terrible hot take. So then Michelle's base. She's like, well, basically, this girl is constantly threatening to sue me. Like, it doesn't feel real good. Like, you're spending a lot of time with my daughter. And Brittany's like, oh, but why is she trying to sue you?
Ronnie
And so Janet's like, well, I met her at Jax's bar. I thought she was very nice. But she said, going to send us all cease and desist so that we don't talk about her. And I said, how dare you? While you're eating my casserole? I brought some casserole in my purse. That's just how moms roll. I'm a mom.
Ben
You know, she had this. You know, she's. She's. She seemed nice and everything, but, like, why? And. And Janet's like, I'm not interested in getting sued. And there's one word that you can add to a sentence that helps prevent that. And then she goes, like, does her hands out, and allegedly appears on screen. And then Britney's holding up a sign that says allegedly. And she's allegedly. She just told four people at a kid's birthday party that she was D and got from Baywatch and not Jesse. I still don't understand this. What? I need to have better context about the Baywatch. Is it the movie?
Ronnie
So this girl is telling everybody that I Like that. It's not just Sheena. It's like literally everybody, she's going to a group party and being. Oh, I'm not dating Jesse. I'm the guy from Baywatch, Parker Stevenson. Okay. So Michelle's like, well, how am I supposed to feel about you when I get a dex like that? And Janet's like, oh, my God, you know what? Like, if that girl doesn't want her name out there, she should. Shouldn't date somebody famous. You guys, we are so famous right now. So that's what you get. And Michelle's crying now. And these girls don't know what to do because they're like, oh, God, emotionally supporting somebody. This is Los Angeles, ma'am. So they're both like. Like, we were crying. Let's talk about a party. They have mozzarella sticks here. Anything changes, change. Change the discussion. When you have mozzarella sticks, do you prefer marinara or ranch?
Ben
Do you want me to come over there and sit by you? Will that make you stop crying? Because I still have to talk about jx and Janet probably has to talk about that casserole. So Michelle's like, no, it's just. It's like, it's really. It's fighting so much with my ex husband, and now I have this girl, literally.
Ronnie
So anyway, Janet, talk about your birthday? So Janet's like, yeah, my birthday's coming. And like, I did it pre covered, but, like, I really want to go to Dave and Buster's. You guys, millennial youth.
Ben
Yeah. So then she's gonna do this. And she's like. She goes, I wanted to ask you what you think about inviting Jax, because I feel like right now it's not aligned with what I want for him. Is that. Was that her way of saying, I don't want to invite Jax? It was such a confusing thing to say.
Ronnie
It's not aligned with what I want from who knows. It's fucking Janet. I think Janet's like, I'm gonna invite Jax unless you tell me not to is what it sounds like. But Jax is going to be in rehab anyway. Anyway, so Britney's like, She's also gonna invite Jesse, right?
Ben
Yeah.
Ronnie
So Britney's like, I'll be there 1000% neither way. I don't care. Nothing. Okay. So basically she's like, it would be. It'll be nice to have peace from Jax, but whatever. So now they have another round before they all go drive their kids.
Ben
So then basically, they're basically like, look, we don't want either of our exes at this party. But we know we're shooting a TV show. So go ahead, pretty much do what you have to do.
Ronnie
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Ronnie
She was not getting the text. So I went to Instagram. She has no Instagram anymore. And Facebook. No Facebook anymore.
Desiree
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I'm calling to check on the two.
Ronnie
Missing Brazilian girls, maybe get some undercover crew there.
Ben
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Ronnie
They are locked.
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Ronnie
So Now Zach is FaceTiming Benji and he's like, oh, my God, Benji. It hasn't been easy this past almost two months. And Benji's like, I know you've been calling so much. It's been rough.
Ben
I thought when I said I was quote, unquote deported, that would be enough to get you to be quiet. But you keep on calling me, which is really hard. Yeah, it's amazing how your apartment in Canada looks exactly like the one in Los Angeles. I can't believe you got deported the exact same building. Yeah.
Ronnie
Why are you sitting in front of a green wall? Oh, I'm sorry. Hold on, let me flip this switch. Wait a minute. Now you're at Disneyland? Japan. Yeah, I've been traveling.
Ben
I'm totally not in the country right now.
Ronnie
I'm just.
Ben
I'm not here.
Ronnie
Sorry. Let me switch this. Is that a kangaroo behind you? I'm in Australia now. Yeah, I've been.
Ben
So you're. I'm definitely not in Los Angeles. I'm definitely in a different country right now. Okay, well, I feel like I've done a really good job of trying to give you as much space as possible. Have you? Have you? Yeah. And, like, you know, you can ask Kristen or Brittany and, like, I'm just, like, not really good at giving space. And, you know, I love Benji. Like, he listens to me. We have amazing communication. I don't feel judged, and I don't think I've ever met anyone in my life that. I really do hope that we can, like, work through this and get back together someday.
Ronnie
He's like, yeah. So I wanted to call you because it's like D day. And by that, I don't mean deported day, I mean decision day. Okay, that's what I'm talking about. So, like, if you're gonna tell me you're not moving to la, I'll accept it. But you know what? Like, maybe I'll move to Canada because I'm following you, Benji. He's like, oh, oh, sorry. I'm not in Canada anymore. I'm literally on the moon. I'm on the moon right now. I don't know if I can get.
Ben
Oh, yeah. Benji's like, yeah, you're like a. You're like A U haul lesbian. And he's like, yeah, I'm like, your little. I'm like, your little les broom hitched my U haul. Okay. And Benji's like, yeah, I can't tell if you're really serious or not about all this. Know what? I would hope that you would never think that I wasn't serious. Because I felt that, like, when you broke up with me, I realized how much I wanted to be with you. So then I was like. When he said that, I was like, oh, is this a situation where it wasn't. The breakup wasn't because of deportation. The breakup was because they were, like, not a good couple. And then when Benji finally got away, Zach. It was one of those moments where Zach was like, now that you're gone, I realize how much I love you. Is it? I just feel like there's more dysfunction here than. Than what we're being presented with.
Ronnie
Yeah. And he's like, well, you know, I've always heard the term, like, oh, they make you a better person. And, you know, look at me. Okay, well, I'm not really a better person, but I did change my hair slightly. So I'm with Benji for life. I'm with Mendy for life. I mean, literally, on my Grinder profile. Profile, it said, like, if you even have the word outdoors, you can swipe left right now. But, like, I go outside now. I go outside, you guys.
Ben
I put my feet in Britney's bowl. Yeah. So Zach is like, so, like, what do you think you would want to move in for at least half the summer? Benji's like, I don't. I don't know if you understand what the concept of deporting is. I don't know if that's really an option, but I'll just say yes just to get you to shut up. Oh, my God. Like. Like, I'm. I'm not gonna cry. Oh, my God, I'm not gonna cry. I'm not gonna cry. I'm gonna cry.
Ronnie
Oh, yeah. So he's like, oh, my God, I'm so excited, but, like, there's so much nerves about it. But, oh, my God, we mesh so well together. Oh, maybe we could, like. Well, I mean, you're not divorced, but, like, maybe we could do, like, you know, like, 90 day fiance wedding swarm or something. And he's like, okay, then I want a Cheetos chapel and an Elvis impersonator.
Ben
My favorite thing is when Zach says this, because I'm so excited, but there's definitely nerves that surround that because, like, Benji wears flip Flops inside my house because he thinks the floors are too dirty and it's basically like lava to him. I was like, wait a second. I love Benji. I love the idea. He comes in, he's like, hold on, let me put on my Hazmat suit and. You're disgusting. Sty of a home.
Ronnie
And now he has to live there. This is not going to go well. So Zach's like, what do you mean, a Cheetos? A Cheetos chapel? And he goes, yeah. Cause I want it to match your skin.
Ben
Fuck you. You're such a dick. I'm laughing at your wig. Benji is great.
Ronnie
More Benji.
Ben
More Benji.
Ronnie
Free Benji for sure.
Ben
Yeah.
Ronnie
So then we go to Jackson Britney's, and she goes up and she goes inside the house with Cruz and she's like, you want some fruit? Oh, it's all rotten.
Ben
No.
Ronnie
God, Jax can't even keep fruit alive. Come on.
Ben
Although the banana looks fine. I didn't know understand that. But, you know, I, I, I, I believe there's probably mold over everything.
Ronnie
To some of us, fruit just always looks rotten.
Ben
Tell me about it. Tell me Preach, sister. So Cruz is, he's like, sad. He wants a bottle. And then, then we see, like, empty frames that I guess used to have pictures of them together or maybe they've been turned around or something like that. And so Brit goes in the fridge and there's like a cup that has the girl's L and not Josh. Jax shows up and he's in that golf cart. So he pulls up and he comes in, he's like, hey, Cruz. Hey, Cruz. And Cruz immediately starts to cry. And like, he's trying to give Cruz a hug. And Cruz is like, crying in Jax's arms. It's like, actually very sad.
Ronnie
Is he crying? Yeah. I thought this was crying.
Ben
No. Well, maybe Jax cried too. But like, Cruz was definitely, like, when he saw Jax, he started to cry. So I was like, oh, God, I feel honeycomb comfortable.
Ronnie
So Brit's like, don't kiss them all the face. Jax. Don't kiss them all the face. You got all over you. You are covered in. You are covered in cry. You didn't take a shower.
Ben
You had a disgusting girl here last night. And we see ring cam footage of her leaving the house. And so, Jackson, I didn't do anything. I didn't do anything. I did. I don't know if you took a shower. So please don't kiss him on the face of that skank. You got skank all over your lips.
Ronnie
And again, Kim, like, we send the kid to a different room. Like, come on, you guys. Jesus Christ.
Ben
Seriously.
Ronnie
So gr. So he's like, I mean, why is Britney. Why is Britney coming after me? Like, it's not fair. Like, I invited Paige over. Like, big deal. You know? Like, okay, so we had a rule of me not inviting people over, and I broke the one rule we had. I mean, big deal. What about me, though? How's she allowed to. My best friend, but I can't have somebody? Or it's not fair? Like, come on. Okay, you agreed to a rule and you broke the rule, and you left, like, a thong places and lipstick all over places. And she's like, on the video, coming.
Ben
Into your house, like, two wrongs don't make a right. It's as simple as that. You know, sometimes these. These old adages really mean something. So. So then they basically give the kid to Zulie, the. The nanny to get Cruz out of there. And then Jack's like, you ruined my life. So he keeps on moaning and groaning about having to go to rehab, which to me, indicates he has no interest in going to rehab, which I guess we could all divined. But, like, this is. It also shows, like. Like, this is not going to be effective whatsoever. And anything that comes out of this, I don't think will be effective. I think this is just Jax. He's doing this because the producer said, you've got to go to rehab, otherwise you're not gonna be able to stay on this show.
Ronnie
And he's blaming her for him having to go because since she called people after he threw furniture and had a rage at her, it's her fault that he's now in all of trouble when she should have just kept quiet about the abuse, his drugs and everything else. None of it's his fault. It's her fault for Tattlet ruined his life.
Ben
And that's always been his M.O. and that's always the narcissist M.O. which is that when shit goes down, the narcissist is always like, why do we have all these voices interfering? It's always like a circle of the wagons, right? And this is what Jax did with the whole faith scandal, which is like, I'm so sick and tired of everyone weighing in. I don't want people to weigh in. Everyone has something to say. Like, it's just be about us and, like, you know, create separation between people who could actually be helpful in the situation. And so he's. That's sort of like an extent that's extended here, too. That by, like, implication.
Ronnie
So we're seeing how he's acting, and then we're seeing how he's acting in his confessional, which is, of course, like, the good guy. So he's like, you know, I'm going to a treatment center for 30 days, and, you know, like, I'm spiraling. I just don't want to be like this for my son, you know? And if I have to do it, I'm going to do it. I'm going to do it for my son. But meanwhile, I was like, you. I'm doing this because of you. You.
Ben
It's like facts.
Ronnie
So he's like, well, y'all, why don't you go. Go back to your boyfriend Juliet, you've been hooking up with the past five months. What do you do? That. That. Why you do that? She's like, I'm not hooking up with him. And you know that, okay? And so they yell about that, and he's like, you hooked up with Julian for five months? I have it all documented. I have the dates. And so there was a girl in my house this morning.
Ben
Yeah, there was. That is disgusted. Yeah, she was in the spare bedroom, which. No. Right, right.
Ronnie
He's pulling a Sandoval with this one. Yeah. Spare bedroom. Yeah.
Ben
It's not Spiderman. That's my spider bedroom. That's my mom's room. He's like, I don't care. You don't pay. You never paid one bill in this house.
Ronnie
What?
Ben
I pay all the bills on this house. You don't pay the mortgage at all. So what? I pay the property taxes. I put the same amount of money down as you did, and I still pay the bills. Hell, yeah. Yeah, yeah.
Ronnie
So he goes, oh, yeah, and you hook up with guys at your thing. And she goes, I'm an Airbnb. So she has my house. I can. In an Airbnb. You can't in my house. Don't make any sense. It's like that was our number one rule.
Ben
I don't even recognize you anymore. Like, who are you? I'm like, how do you not recognize him? He's exactly the person.
Ronnie
We all recognize him. But where the have you been? You're the one with him every day, weirdo. So he's like, but I begged you. I begged you. I begged you to come check on me, see how I'm doing. You never checked on me. So that's why I had to have that girl over. And we see a screenshot of this girl, and she's, of course, course who Jax is with. Like, it's just, like, so. It's so on type. For Jax, all we see is, like, this really pretty girl with size 5 tuple, you know, X boobs and the. You know, so she's.
Ben
Yeah, he's just pulling this. This card of, like, you didn't check on me to see how I'm doing, which is so ridiculous because. But you scared. But you scared me. You were the one who threw the. The. You don't get checked in on because you're the one who threw the bar stools. That's. That doesn't work that way.
Ronnie
Right? So she's saying, you scared me and you hurt me, and you need help. And he's like, you do. You need help? What about your help? What about your. You need. You need to get help for not checking on people. Do they have rehab for that?
Ben
And she's like, I do. I have to go therapy because of all the stuff that you put me through? And he's like, yeah, well, if you were that miserable, you could have left years ago. All we do is argue and cry. Oh, I think she tried to leave years ago. And then you. You were the one who was like, it won't happen again. I'm gonna be a man. Don't you worry. So that doesn't really hold up for me. And so now she's crying.
Ronnie
I don't want Cruz to grow to be a person like you. And he's like, oh, he can't anyway. He doesn't have the lats for it.
Ben
She goes, I didn't make you throw chairs and punch holes in the wall.
Ronnie
And.
Ben
And he's like, oh, my God. Are you serious? Because that's it. I'm done. I'm done filming. I'm done with this all. So he, like, walks out. He's like, this is toxic. She's like, I'm not toxic. You are toxic.
Ronnie
Yeah. He just keeps going, yeah, she's toxic. She's toxic. She's tox. Toxic. I can't do this. This is toxic. Guys, see. See what you're making? You're making me film with a toxic person. And he's doing the whole. She. He can hook up, she can hook up with my best friend, but I can't have someone over. What's the difference? What's the difference? And Search is screaming and yelling at each other, and she's screaming that if he doesn't stay the whole 30 days, she's filing and she's taking crews, and she's getting full custody, and she's getting a Restraining order, and he's going to lose his job. Job.
Ben
Yeah. And she's like, you can't take responsibility for anything. So then she's like, you know, he's gonna go. He's gonna go. Go for one day, and he's come right back, and then he's done. He's done. Which is exactly correct. She knows.
Ronnie
This is when she's like, you need to get. Get over your coke addiction. She's like, you're the one who has an addiction. And he's like, so how much coke have you done? And she goes, I've done it. But. You're the. But you do a drug test on me right now, and I'll pass. What about you?
Ben
Yeah. And then he says, this is wild. He goes, she can hang out and hook up with somebody that's in my circle and some pictures of my son to him, and yet I can't have somebody over to the house when she's not there, and it's a different room. That's gaslighting. If anybody's a gaslighter, that's her. I'm like, that's literally not even. Not even close to what gaslighting is. Of course, Jax pulls out some, you know, word from the zeitgeist and tries to use it.
Ronnie
Yeah. So they're screaming and yelling at each other, and she's screaming, you need to be honest with the doctor and not go in there and start lying about yourself. And she's like, listen, I'm not protecting this anymore. Like, you know, I'm adding everything. So, yeah, let's do this. So this is when she's like, you're the one with the coke problem. So he's like. She's like, you're the one with an addiction. He's like, I do not have an addiction.
Ben
Okay?
Ronnie
I do not have an addiction. And so I give. Give. Give me a drug test. I'll pass, will you? And he's like, I'm not doing this. Toxic.
Ben
I love that. I love when she said that. That was great, because he really. He was like, I'm not gonna do this. He had no. He couldn't even lie about that. He couldn't even. Jax, the. The serial liars couldn't even say, of course I'll pass. He's like, I'm not gonna answer that. So she's saying that, like, Cruz deserves more. She deserves more, and she can't take it anymore. And she's like, you know, you're gonna realize the one day that I was the only one who actually loved you enough to hold you to it and get you needed. And I'm like, I don't want you to even say that, because that implies that someday he's going to come around and realize. And almost the suggestion is almost like. Like he will appreciate the things that you do. Like, you don't have to live for his appreciation. You don't have to care whether he appreciates you or not. Like, you close that door on this awful monster.
Ronnie
Yeah. So she's. She goes outside and Jason's there, and he hugs her, and she's like, yeah, I mean, I was in there and he was screaming at me because I was hooking up with somebody. And I'm like, just be honest about partying, you know, like, going out all the time and stuff. You know, he wasn't listening to me. Okay, so maybe you can talk to him. Just tell him, you know, to be honest with the therapist. He's like, yeah, okay, that's gonna work out great. Sure, I'll do that. Okay. I just ate a casserole. It was very heavy. Do I have to go in there? So. Go on, do it.
Ben
So she says that it's gonna be like, a huge relief to her that he's gonna be basically away in a facility for 30 days. I. I felt, actually, my heart really broke for her because that's just. That's a terrible place to be in where, you know, like, you can only find peace when this tormentor of yours is basically in away for 30 days. It just like. It's just like. It's such a terrible situation that they're. They're all in. And so she basically is telling Jason, okay, go deal with him. And Jason is like. He said, well, you know, when you're dealing with checking into a mental health for 30 days away from your friends and family, it's got to be terrifying. And, well, if he makes it through the entire 30 days, I'm going to be extremely proud of this guy. Spoiler alert. You will not be proud of him. Never. Not at all.
Ronnie
You know, so he has a talk with Jason. Rich acts the other Jason, and he's like, you know, what are you afraid of, bro? And he's like, I just. I'm missing out on things, you know, Like, I'm not going to see myself for a month. I mean, what am I going to throw in there? I'm not going to have anything to throw. I'm a sign. I'm a sign. I'm a sign.
Ben
Son.
Ronnie
I have a son. I have a son. So then he's like, you know, I just. The only reason I'm doing this is because, like I said, my son and, you know, I took it out of proportion with throwing things, you know, I mean, I made a mistake. I screwed up. I screwed up, you know? But, like, just one question. What about me? What about me?
Ben
So, yeah, my name is Jack Taylor, and I'm finally admitting that I need help. No.
Ronnie
Yeah, my dad is. What you said.
Ben
No, I said, I'm finally admitting that I need help, which is what he said. But, like, I don't think that's like saying that you need help. He always says he needs help. He always says, well, you know, I'm a work in progress. I need help. I need help. I need someone to help me. Like, it's. You're not special like, that special. This is not a significant thing that we're ending the episode with him saying, I need help. It's like, I don't think you think you need help because you just were yelling at Brittany that she ruined your life. So you're just saying the things that, you know, the people need to hear. So that way that they. They treat you better.
Ronnie
Yeah, but he can't stop himself from interspersing it with the truth every other sentence. So it's not going to work.
Ben
I mean, well, what's also funny here.
Ronnie
They don't need him for this show. He was barely on last week and the show was fine. Just get rid of him.
Ben
You know what's also funny? This. I mean, this scene was really dark. Really, really dark. It was a little uncomfortable to watch. And as it starts to come towards this finale, you know, they start to segue into, watch what happens live. So they split the screen. So on one hand, half you see this happening with Jax, and it's serious and it's dark. And then the other screen, you see just, like, you can't hear anything. But you see Andy talking to, like, Kristen, and he's like, wow, baby. They're just, like, laughing and smiling and joking. I was like, this feels like a weird juxtaposition of what I'm hearing versus what I'm seeing.
Ronnie
So it's like the serious scenes when you see Andy, like, yeah, yeah, that's hilarious. Okay. He's going to rehab. And they're babies are already kind of drinking because they are in their stomach. It's Kristen and what's her face from the Valley. Okay, Tonight's secret word is rehab. Whenever you see the word rehab, take a shot, do a line off someone's ass. Just make sure you're not driving. All right. Welcome to watch what happens live.
Ben
Oh, fun times. Well, great show. Really, really dark and disturbing but fascinating to watch. Thanks for everyone for being here. We got some dwell hello happening later this week we have our bonus episode. Our bonus episode is next gen New York city trailer trash. So check that out and we will catch you on the next one.
Ronnie
Bye bye.
Ben
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Watch What Crappens - Episode #2814: The Valley S2E02 Part Two: UnJaxinated
Release Date: April 23, 2025
Overview
In Episode #2814 of Watch What Crappens, hosts Ben Mandelker and Ronnie Karam delve into the intricate drama unfolding in Season 2, Episode 2 of Bravo's hit reality series, The Valley. Titled "UnJaxinated," this episode offers a comprehensive recap, analysis, and spirited commentary on the latest developments surrounding the enigmatic star, Jesse "Jax" Lally. From tumultuous relationships and substance struggles to intense confrontations and rehabilitation efforts, Ben and Ronnie leave no stone unturned as they dissect the emotional rollercoaster that has captivated viewers.
1. Introduction to "UnJaxinated"
The episode begins with Ben and Ronnie re-establishing the context of their discussion, emphasizing the depth of drama in The Valley. They set the stage for their listeners, especially those unfamiliar with the show's intricacies, by outlining the key players and the central conflict revolving around Jax's tumultuous personal life.
2. Jax's Personal Struggles and Relationships
A significant portion of the discussion centers on Jax Lally's ongoing battle with addiction and his strained relationships. The hosts highlight the intense emotional scenes where Jax confronts his ex-wife, Michelle, and navigates his responsibilities as a father.
Jax and Michelle's Confrontation:
Ben notes, "It's sad that my 4-year-old daughter tells me to keep Malibu when she goes to her mommy's house because she doesn't want me to be lonely" (07:36). This poignant moment underscores the real-life implications of Jax's actions on his family.
Culmination in Rehab:
The episode's climax features Jax's reluctant decision to enter a 30-day rehabilitation facility. Ronnie encapsulates the moment, stating, "He keeps on moaning and groaning about having to go to rehab, which to me, indicates he has no interest in rehab" (33:53).
3. The Flat Earther Scandal
A controversial subplot involves accusations against Jax's girlfriend, Lacy Nicole, being a flat earther and her alleged involvement with a Baywatch actor.
Rumors and Speculations:
Ronnie shares, "She wiped her vagina on there… I don't think Jax cares" (16:12), mocking the absurdity of the rumors circulating about Lacy Nicole.
Impact on Jax's Reputation:
Ben analyzes the public sentiment, pondering, "Is Michelle being viewed as the worst offender here in this situation?" (19:13), reflecting on how these rumors affect perceptions of both Jax and Michelle.
4. Friends Intervening: The Santa Clarita Scene
The hosts discuss a pivotal scene where Jax's friends, Danny and Jason, attempt an intervention.
Intervention Dynamics:
Ben describes, "Jax is so pissed off that they're even there, you know, because he's like, God, how many scenes?" (09:46), highlighting Jax's resistance to accepting help.
Financial Strain of Rehab:
The conversation shifts to the exorbitant costs of Jax's rehab stint, with Ronnie humorously noting, "But $30,000, sucka" (13:03), critiquing the financial burdens depicted in the show.
5. Michelle vs. Jesse: Public Perception and Allegations
Ben and Ronnie delve into the contentious relationship between Michelle and Jax, exploring allegations of infidelity and substance abuse.
Michelle's Standpoint:
Ronnie asserts, "I don't even know her. Okay, but what I'm just saying..." (19:59), emphasizing Michelle's frustration with Jax's behavior and public image.
Jax's Defense:
Ben challenges Jax's narrative, stating, "But she cheated on me. I didn't do nothing," (19:59), portraying Jax's attempt to deflect blame.
6. The Emotional Toll and Family Impact
The discussion moves to the emotional strain on Jax's daughter, Cruz, and the broader implications for his family.
Cruz's Well-being:
Ronnie poignantly mentions, "I have a son. I have a son," (42:05), highlighting the innocent party caught in the crossfire of Jax's issues.
Parental Responsibilities:
Ben critiques Jax's approach, stating, "You don't get to just gloss right over that part," (07:58), emphasizing the importance of parental accountability.
7. Final Confrontations and Resolutions
As the episode wraps up, Ben and Ronnie analyze the final confrontations between Jax and Michelle, where accusations fly, and the path forward remains uncertain.
Gaslighting Accusations:
Ben debunks the notion of gaslighting, stating, "That's literally not even close to what gaslighting is," (38:57), criticizing Jax's terminology.
Climactic Exit:
The episode culminates in Jax's dramatic exit from a confrontation, with Ronnie summarizing, "So she says, you need to get over your coke addiction," (40:36), underscoring the unresolved tensions.
8. Host Reflections and Insights
Throughout the episode, Ben and Ronnie intersperse their commentary with reflections on the broader themes of reality TV drama, personal accountability, and the human cost of public feuds.
Ben's Perspective:
Ben muses, "I felt my heart really broke for her because that's just. That's a terrible place to be," (41:07), expressing empathy for Michelle's plight.
Ronnie's Take on Public Sentiment:
Ronnie questions, "How is Michelle being viewed as the worst off?" (19:13), probing audience perceptions.
Notable Quotes
Ben Mandelker:
"You being a shitty husband is not just some light thing. It's not like you left a yogurt out on the counter. You're a shitty husband." (08:02)
Ronnie Karam:
"She's out of there. And then Michelle's like, this girl can do whatever she wants. I don't even know her." (07:58)
Ben Mandelker:
"Sometimes these old adages really mean something. So sometimes you need to end toxic relationships." (39:21)
Conclusion
In this episode, Ben Mandelker and Ronnie Karam provide an unflinching look into the tangled web of relationships, personal struggles, and public scrutiny that define The Valley. Through their candid discussions and sharp wit, they offer listeners both a detailed recap and a critical analysis of the unfolding drama. "UnJaxinated" serves as a testament to the complexities of reality TV dynamics, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating what lies ahead in the series.
For those who haven't tuned into Watch What Crappens, this episode offers an insightful gateway into the chaotic world of Bravo's The Valley, highlighting the human emotions and societal issues that make reality TV both compelling and controversial.
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