This week on “Banter with Ben and Lisa,” Ben Mandelker (twitter.com/bsideblog) and Lisa Timmons (twitter.com/timmonslisa) read (truly) Perez Hilton’s latest self-congratulatory article. Then we analyze the Britney Spears’ album sales and talk about the sexiest music videos of all time. Next we point out the snubs and surprises in this year’s Golden Globe nominations, and …
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WATCH WHAT CRAPPENS #107: Pride and Prejudice
This week, Ben Mandelker (bsideblog) and Ronnie Karam (TrashTalkTV) are both joined by Lisa Timmons (Banter With Ben and Lisa) and Katie Carzola (The Nail Files) for a super long and fun romp through all of Bravo’s trash. Vanderpump Rules, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Real Housewives of Atlanta, and Shahs of Sunset were all …
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BANTER WITH BEN AND LISA #76: Revisiting Thanksgiving, The Sound of Music, Meeting Jason Collins (Again)
We are back! This week on “Banter with Ben and Lisa,” Ben Mandelker (twitter.com/bsideblog) and Lisa Timmons (twitter.com/timmonslisa) trade stories about Thanksgiving and discuss their epic road trip to Las Vegas. Then it’s another major Operation Seduction development as Ben discusses his latest encounter with openly gay NBA player Jason Collins. Finally, things wrap up …
WATCH WHAT CRAPPENS #106: All I Want For Christmas Is A Sweater Line, A Hollywood Star, and Mama Joyce’s Approval
On this very special episode of “Watch What Crappens,” Ben Mandelker (bsideblog.com) and Ronnie Karam (trashtalktv.com) are joined once again by Katie Cazorla, star of TVGN’s “The Nail Files.” The red wine is flowing, and no one is safe — especially Kyle Richards, Yolanda Foster, and all the rest of them silly ladies on “Real …
WATCH WHAT CRAPPENS #105: Bravo, Turkeys!
It’s our Thanksgiving Special!! This week on Watch What Crappens, Ronnie Karam (trashtalktv.com) and I each list ten things we’re thankful for from Bravo. We cover everything: Real Housewives of Orange County, Miami, New Jersey, Beverly Hills, and Atlanta — and that’s just to start. We also have plenty to say about Shahs of Sunset, VanderPump …
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THINGS I ATE: Hot Dogs and More at Dog Haus
At a recent food event at the LA Times, I managed to sample (read: GORGE UNABASHEDLY) some offerings from local hot dog impresario Dog Haus, and needless to say, I was hooked. Imagine my delight when I was invited to a media-comped lunch at Dog Haus this past weekend. Normally, I wouldn’t trek all the …
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BANTER WITH BEN AND LISA #75: Close Encounters with the Jonas Brothers; Also, R. Kelly, Sean Penn, and Bootie LA
It’s another week of extreme banter as Lisa Timmons (idolator.com) and Ben Mandelker (bsideblog.com) tackle all sorts of random pop culture topics. This time around, Ben talks about his close encounters with two-thirds of the Jonas Brothers and Steven Tyler. Then Lisa shares her experiences at the super fun dance party, Bootie LA. The two …
WATCH WHAT CRAPPENS #103: So Big We Had To Split It In Two! Special Guest Katie Cazorla
EPIC TWO-PART PODCAST ALERT! On part 1 of this epic two-part podcast, Ben Mandelker (bsideblog.com) and Ronnie Karam (trashtalktv.com) are joined by Katie Cazorla, star of “The Nail Files” on TVGN. Things get down and dirty real quickly as the three discuss Joe and Teresa Giudice’s latest fraud indictments. Then it’s on to the “Real …
Banter with Ben and Lisa #74: All About ‘Thor’. Also, Nicolas Cage Sex Photos and Zac Efron’s Puddle Accident
This week on “Banter with Ben and Lisa,” Ben Mandelker (twitter.com/bsideblog) and Lisa Timmons (twitter.com/timmonslisa)break down everything you need to know about “Thor: The Dark World.” Even if you haven’t seen the movie or don’t plan to ever see it, hear what they have to say about all the goofy inanity of Asgard. Then it’s …
WATCH WHAT CRAPPENS #102: Lyme Brain, Koi Fish Tattoos, and Kandi’s Ring
On this week’s super-sized “Watch What Crappens,” Ben Mandelker (twitter.com/bsideblog) and Ronnie Karam (trashtalktv.com) are joined by LA writer Jessica Ogilvie (twitter.com/jessicapauline) to discuss a blockbuster slate of Bravo shows. First, the gang takes on the loud “Real Housewives of Miami” reunion. Did Joanna take a low blow at Lisa? Does Adriana have any sort …
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