What's the Reality? - Podcast Rankings and reviews

I’m totally digging this show! I love how AD asks difficult questions, but in a very caring and thoughtful way. It kinda reminds me of more journalism-style interviewing of yore vs a lot of the softball-question-filled, high-intensity podcast stuff that’s around (that gets exhausting… please just ask the questions we actually want answers to already!). And I think she’s only going to get better. More please!!!

Hi AD! Love you and love the concept of your podcast. Specifically referencing Lauren’s segment, I think you asked really great questions and ended with super sweet encouragement. I will say that the energy at the beginning quickly shifted into what felt a little awkward/intense. Of course an energy shift is natural as the topics get a little more serious and vulnerable but I think more could have been done to make her feel more comfortable and disarmed. Commenting on how you would’ve handled being in her situation differently isn’t productive and can be taken as victim blaming. Things are always clearer from an outside perspective and in hindsight, but people in toxic relationships don’t have that clarity in the moment so often stay longer than they should. I think acknowledging that and pointing out that many women can relate to that experience would have been more supportive. There was a moment she said her heart was racing and I felt the same just watching. Adjusting your tone/energy to best support the interviewee especially through sensitive topics is a skill I think you’ll strengthen as you continue to develop this show. Really excited for you and looking forward to more episodes!!

Really fun podcast if you enjoy Love is Blind. Like others have said, AD is a great interviewer! I gave it 4 stars only because sometimes she talks over guests. I know it’s inevitable sometimes, but please work on letting guests get their complete thoughts out. I’ll still be seated every week!

LAUGH OUT LOUD friend yap time! I love this pod already. It’s such a great, easy listen with life lessons intertwined!

We didn’t need another “network sanctioned” reality TV podcast, but here we are! The Ashley LIB interview is insane. They paraded out this woman who constantly lied on tv and hasn’t stopped since, just so Netflix can salvage one “happy couple” story from another train wreck of a season. Of course, AD doesn’t know anything about the situation and probably wouldn’t be allowed to ask any real questions even if she did.

It’s disappointing that AD didn’t take the time to research Jessie Woo or Story Time With Ricki before her interview with Ashley from Love Is Blind. I can’t stand behind someone who not only fails to do their homework, but also chooses to tear down other Black women without cause. It’s unfortunate that AD allowed herself to be used by producers to push a narrative, rather than standing in integrity. I was once a strong supporter, but I can no longer offer my support, nor do I believe other Black women should, unless she takes accountability and issues a public apology. ✌🏿