Vanderpump Robs begins its Southern Charm season eleven coverage this week with a special guest.
The comedy podcast, known for its sceptical look at Bravo and reality television, is leading with an episode that brings listeners straight into the new season’s biggest storylines while digging into the construction of Bravo-style docuseries.
Hosts Rob Schulte and Kate Shapiro will break down the episode with their focus on editing choices, producer influence, shifting character arcs, and the way Southern Charm continues to reshape itself this year.
Their approach remains firmly centred on how reality shows are built rather than who wins which weekly argument, making it an accessible starting point for anyone curious about the craft behind Bravo’s biggest formats.
The launch episode features Mike Hale from the cult-favourite comedy podcast Your Kickstarter Sucks, bringing additional comedic bite to the discussion.
Hale’s background in skewering online schemes and questionable projects adds a layer to the analysis, fitting naturally with Vanderpump Robs’ interest in exposing the mechanics behind Bravo storytelling.
His appearance sets the tone for a season of coverage with a focus on understanding why these shows work as well as why they sometimes fall apart.
Southern Charm, which follows a tight-knit group of Charleston socialites as they navigate money, status, and scandal, remains one of Bravo’s most recognisable formats.
With the new season promising fresh tensions and shifting loyalties, Vanderpump Robs is positioning its premiere breakdown as a simple entry point for newcomers who want to watch along from the start while also giving long-time viewers an extra layer of commentary to enjoy.
The show’s signature “docuseries autopsy” tone allows Schulte and Shapiro to explore what makes the Charleston ensemble tick and how the series continues to evolve eleven seasons in.
Listeners who enjoy Bravo but also appreciate a more cutting, critical, and humorous take on the genre will find the new coverage aligned with the show’s existing strengths.
The new season of Vanderpump Robs launches on Wednesday the 19 November at 7.30pm Pacific (Thursday 20 November at 3.30am in the UK).
