Watch What Crappens – Episode #3170
RHOP S10E15 Part Two: Kemo Sobby
Hosts: Ben Mandelker & Ronnie Karam
Release Date: January 19, 2026
Episode Overview
In this episode, Ben and Ronnie continue their lively and irreverent recap of The Real Housewives of Potomac, Season 10 Episode 15 (“Kemo Sobby”), focusing on the second half of the women’s Colorado trip. This part-two breakdown follows the fallout from the house/Airbnb drama, a tense group discussion about honesty and alliances, a chaotic shopping spree at the iconic Kemo Sabe hat store (familiar to Bravo fans everywhere), and a surprise cameo from Mauricio Umansky. As always, Ben and Ronnie blend sharp analysis, playful shade, and hilarious tangents.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. “Standing on Business” — Angel’s Group Interrogation
- Wendy and the Group Press Angel: The episode opens mid-conflict with Angel being prodded to “stand on business”—aka, be more direct about which women she actually vibes with.
- Quote (Ben): “Just say, ‘I don’t f*** with you, you, you, or you… The people who I bang with is you and you. So you’re in my house. Stand on it. That’s just own it. Be a better Real Housewife, okay?’” (01:47)
- Angel’s Communication Style Debated: Ben points out Angel’s “corporate language,” noting it’s all passive voice and noncommittal, leaving the group (and viewers) frustrated.
- Quote (Ben): “It’s sort of like this almost corporate language, right?... Things happened… They just want her to talk a little more clearly.” (02:56)
- Ronnie Pushes Back on the Group’s Demands: Ronnie defends Angel’s right to choose her mode of communication:
- Quote (Ronnie): “I don’t think they should always direct how someone else should talk… The whole dictating how someone should treat someone else, it’s fucking rude.” (04:35)
- Theme: This segment revolves around group dynamics and how the “Housewives” value directness, even if it comes off as rude. There’s also a running bit about applying therapy/“safe space” language to the drama.
2. Emotional Fallout: Angel Breaks Down & the Housewives Pivot
- Angel becomes emotional after her grilling, sparking a classic Housewives scene where the same people who attacked her moments earlier now switch to offering consolation.
- Quote (Ronnie, on Ashley): “Now she’s gonna be the consoling one. I was like, okay, Ashley.” (07:57)
- Monique offers some hosting advice:
- Quote (Ronnie): “You can’t be afraid of what people will think… People will see the human in you.” (08:03)
- Angel defends her “truth” against accusations she’s inauthentic, with the hosts ribbing her “I’m an empath” declarations:
- Quote (Ronnie): “No you’re not. Because an empath would have been like, ‘Is your ass dirty because you don’t have water?’ That’s not an empath.” (08:37)
3. Kemo Sabe — Shopping, Spending, and Shenanigans
(09:07–21:52)
- Kemo Sabe Arrival: The group heads to the legendary Western accessories shop, familiar to Bravo fans from repeated Beverly Hills visits.
- Quote (Ben): “It’s like a big shopping scene, you know, and Stacy’s getting grossed out because there’s a lot of animal heads on the wall.” (12:59)
- Living Large—Airing Out the Receipts: The Housewives try on hats and jewelry, while the cameras gleefully show off everyone’s extravagant purchases (Ashley drops a shocking $4,574+).
- Quote (Ronnie): “So now everybody gets in a circle and starts shouting how much money they spent. And I cringe… They don’t all stand in a circle and go, ‘How much did you spend? $4,000?’” (19:13)
- Housewives History & Callbacks: The hosts reference Bolo (legendary Atlanta guest), housewives' spending sprees, and poke fun at traditions like “caviar bumps.”
- Clever “Lord of the Rings” Tangent: After Ashley talks about her hospitality past, Ben imagines her ex as “Gollum,” showing off the hosts' signature tangential humor.
- Quote (Ben): “I just can only imagine that origin story, of, like, Gollum walking in… Do you have a cocktail called My Precious?” (17:00)
4. Mauricio Umansky’s Rooftop Cameo
(21:52–29:06)
- Mauricio from Beverly Hills solo-drops by the rooftop, surprising the women (and delighting the hosts with the possibilities).
- Ben’s Mauricio voice: “I can’t believe you’re at my second home, Kimo Sabe. I love Kimo Sabe. You can buy yourself some hats.” (22:22)
- Ashley Reacts (“Just my type”): While the online Bravo world declares Mauricio’s looks have faded, Ashley is visibly interested:
- Quote (Ben): “While the Bravo community’s like, ‘Marisa looks old now,’ Ash is like, just my type.” (25:25)
- Debating ‘Bravo Girl Code’: The hosts riff on whether it’s kosher for Ashley to pursue Mauricio, the reality of Housewives crossovers, and Ashley’s openness:
- Quote (Ben): “She is within her right to go after Mauricio.” (29:53)
- Ronnie: “He’s ripe. I mean, look at the man. He’s got age spots on his hands.” (31:51)
5. Caviar Bumps, VVIP Bars, and Party Games
- Angel unveils another “surprise” — a trip to the VVIP rooftop bar, where the group does Kimo Sabe caviar bumps, not without more shade from the peanut gallery.
- Ben: “I don’t like to lick my hand. This is a hot take. I don’t like licking my hand. I don’t like the way it tastes.” (34:02)
- Ronnie: “If I’m gonna do something, I’m there for the cracker, I’m there for the potato pancake. I’m not there for my hand chip.” (33:54)
6. Control Wars: Giselle Hijacks the Itinerary
- Giselle, noting she orchestrated much of the trip, unilaterally announces a move to the Four Seasons suite for dinner and possibly curtails Angel’s precious “Wonderland” fly-fishing excursion, as payback for the Airbnb mishaps.
- Quote (Ronnie): “If you mess with us, not only am I gonna give you shit for the entire last day of your trip, I’m gonna ruin your free advertising… and none of us will be promoting your stupid business and your smoke-cooked salmon.” (35:24)
- The episode closes with the hosts and listeners wondering: will the Housewives actually skip Angel’s Wonderland activity and leave early?
- Ben: “It was just… so crazy. The pylon. And then they’re like, okay, we’re gonna press pause, we’re gonna watch them shop for about 25 minutes and then talk to Mauricio, and we’re pressing resume… back to the storyline.” (35:52)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “Just stand on it. Stand on business.” – Multiple cast and host impressions (Recurring)
- On Housewives’ expectations:
- “In real life, rude. On Real Housewives, it’s what they want to hear.” – Ben (04:27)
- On Angel’s “Empath” claim:
- “No, you’re not. Because an empath would have been like, ‘Is your ass dirty because you don’t have water?’ That’s not an empath.” – Ronnie (08:37)
- “You’re not a safe space to us because you’re not rude.” – Ronnie (06:09)
- “I just want you to be happy, Ashley.” – Stacy (32:38)
- On caviar bumps:
- “I don’t like to lick my hand. Like this is a hot take. I don’t like licking my hand… I also would like a little blini, please.” – Ben (34:02)
- On Housewives shopping:
- “So now everybody gets in a circle and starts shouting how much money they spent. And I cringe.” – Ronnie (19:13)
Timestamps for Key Segments
| Time | Segment | |------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 01:47 | Angel interrogated about her alliance/house choices | | 05:01 | Hosts dissect “Real Housewives language” vs. real world communication | | 07:55 | Angel cries; hosts mock Housewives’ pivot to sympathy | | 09:07 | Kemo Sabe hat shop segment begins | | 15:00+ | Bolo/Joke tangent; shopping item totals | | 19:13 | Housewives compare extravagant purchase amounts | | 21:52 | Ascending to Kemo Sabe VVIP bar | | 22:22 | Mauricio Umansky cameo | | 29:53 | Discussion: is it okay for Ashley to go after Mauricio? | | 33:05 | Caviar bumps: disgust and debate | | 35:01 | Giselle hijacks the final night’s schedule | | 35:52 | Ben reflects on the “shopping interlude”/flow of the episode |
Tone & Style
Ben and Ronnie’s signature style is evident throughout—sarcastic, quick-witted, generous with pop culture references, and peppered with loving Housewife-style reads. They riff off each other’s impressions and keep the recap engaging with both inside-next-level Bravo analysis and gleeful mockery. This episode is particularly heavy on snark highlighting cast failings, with Ben and Ronnie toggling between sympathetic and exasperated toward Angel.
Summary
Part two of Watch What Crappens’ RHOP S10E15 recap delivers the hosts’ trademark blend of humor, sharp Housewives insights, and tangents. The trip’s central drama—who’s in, who’s out, and who’s “standing on business”—gives way to a Kemo Sabe shopping spree, Bravo crossover cameo, and fresh power struggles. The hosts read the Potomac cast for filth while also revealing what makes the franchise so sharply addictive. For anyone who loves the show—whether or not you care about hats, real estate, or caviar bumps—this is classic Crappens.
