Tayne Talks: A Reality TV Podcast
Tayne
300 episodes
Welcome to Tayne Talks, the podcast formerly known as AltarCallMAFS! Hosted by Tayne, this is your ultimate destination for all things reality TV. Join Tayne and a rotating lineup of guest hosts as they dive deep into Peacock’s Married at First Sight,. But it doesn't stop there. From the pods of Love Is Blind (the U.S and international versions) to Couples Therapy and a bunch of other reality TV in between. Plus exclusive interviews with past MAFS alumni. Hit subscribe and get your weekly reality fix with laughs, serious talk and of course, shade!
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The Mob: S1 Eps. 1&2
Solo episode today. Decided to check out Hulu's latest competitive reality show featuring a bunch of reality shows you would never think you would see together. I talk about the players, format, game play and whether…
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Love is Blind USA - S11 Eps. 6-8: Part 2 w/Brian
We are back in Boston and the couples are moving in together. Are Rob and Michaela too bro-ey? Is Wilnie ever going to let the other connection Wilson had go? What is going on with Aneha? Why does noone seem to have a…
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Love is Blind USA - S11 Eps. 6-8: Part 1 w/Brian
In this first part, Brian and I are back to recap the Boston kids getaway. We talk about the weird Jax and Stew meetup that had no payoff, the couples meeting each other in person and how bad was Rob in the pods and…
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Traitors: New Blood w/Mel
Melgotserved joins me to talk about the season so far. We talk about it all including the cast chemistry, being on broadcast TV and what is up with the cliffhangers? We also talk about Victor's game play and did Katie…
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Love is Blind Netherlands: S1 Reunion w/Brian
Brian and I wrap up this season as the couples reunite a year later and we marvel at how they all still had strong emotions, the questions that were asked by the hosts and how much was left off from the show. Get…
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Love is Blind USA - S11 Eps. 1-5: Part 2 w/Brian
Had to do it in two parts. In Part 2, we talk about the reveals, the little they showed of the getaway in Tulum and we discuss a little about the preview in upcoming episodes. Get bonus episodes on Patreon on…
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Love is Blind USA - S11 Eps. 1-5: Part 1 w/Brian
We are back in the USA and this time we are in Boston. In this first part, Brian and I break down all the couples, the non stop dad jokes and the lack of chemistry between the couples. Get bonus episodes on Patreon on…
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Breaking Down The Traitors S6 Cast w/Rupert Thee Baxter
They are done filming now but before the premiere in 2027, Rupert Thee Baxter joins me to talk about the cast of the recently announced Traitors S6 season. We share what we know about them, how we think they will do…
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Reality Show Ramble - Great British Bake Off, Ready To Love, Special Forces and more...
This week's ramble I talk about - Great British Baking Show, Special Forces: Worlds Toughest Test, Ready to Love, Below Deck Med, Love after Lockup: Relationship Rehab. As always, I also share my scripted watches…
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Love is Blind Netherlands: S1 Eps. 6-8 w/Brian
Oh boy! It's not looking good for the Dutch as we watch couples crumble. Brian and I try to figure out what is missing with this franchise, why we keep watching fights that we have no idea what is happening and Justice…
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The Challenge 42 Ep. 11 w/Kelli
Kelli aka Laguna_Biotch from the Beyond the Blinds Pod joins me to talk about the latest episode of The Challenge. We talk about some of Kelli's hot takes, our respect for Tori, Anna Leigh's chances of return and…
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Love is Blind Netherlands: S1 Eps. 1-5 w/Brian
We are back in a new country for a new franchise and Brian from MAFS Virgin and I discuss how we feel about the first few episodes. We talk about the couples and their triangles, the much talked about scene and the…
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Reality Show Ramble - Big Brother, Survivor and more...
On this week's ramble, I talk about the Big Brother Finale, Survivor, The Amazing Race and the season finale of Double Lives of Suburban Wives. I also get into what I am reading and watching these days and wonder if…
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Double Lives of Suburban Wives w/Amanda Bella
Amanda Bella from Bella Talks TV joins me to talk about TLC's knock off version of SLOMW. We discuss the first season struggle and Bella shares her theory of how they are obligated to come out on TV, I wonder why this…
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The Challenge 42 + The Traitors: New Blood w/Clara
Clara joins me to talk about this season of The Challenge so far, including the controversy surrounding the last episode and we also talk about the first two episodes of the civilian iteration. You can find Clara on…
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Love is Blind UK: S3 Reunion w/Brian
We wrap up the season with the reunion where all the couples come back and we wonder why they didn't bring back all the engaged couples. We think Ciara got off easy, we had some unanswered questions and we wonder if as…
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Reality Show Ramble
On this week's ramble, I talk about - Earle Meets World, Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, 1000lb Roomies, Project Runway and Love and Marriage Huntsville. Get bonus episodes on Patreon on documentaries, MAFS content and…
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Love is Blind UK: S3 Eps. 9&10 w/Brian
The weddings are here and the couples are making their decisions at the altar. We see their stag and hen do and meet the friends and family members we haven't met yet as we close out the season. We also talk about the…
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Love is Blind UK: S3 Eps. 5-8 w/Brian
Ibiza is over and the couples move in together in London. We discuss the cracks, the breakups and Ciara's meddling ways. Get bonus episodes on Patreon on documentaries, MAFS content and reality shows like Sister Wives…
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MAFS S20 Season Look Back + Love in Session Recap w/Ade
Ade is back to share her thoughts on the season now that it's over. She talks about what she liked and what she didn't like and also her thoughts on each couple. We also discuss the first episode of Paz and Paul's new…
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Love Island S8 Reunion w/Toma
The S8 Islanders reunite again to kinda rehash the events of the summer. Toma from Mostly Unserious Business joins me again to talk about this 2hr reunion that did not deliver. We talk about how the cast don't seem to…
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Love is Blind UK: S3 Eps. 1-4 w/Brian
S3 is back and Brian is back to talk about the new batch of hopeful singles and their time in the pods. We recap the first 4 episodes that were a delight to watch with love triangles, mess and meet cutes. Get bonus…
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MAFS S20 Reunion Part 2 w/Camille
Camille and I continue the discussion of the reunion where the experts take us by surprise with their reaction to Courtney's behavior, Marissa drops all the tea as we meet Adam's new girlfriend and Nikki and Shawn do…
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MAFS S20 Reunion Part 1 w/Camille
Camille is back to finish out the season with me as the cast reunites almost a year later to rehash the season and everything that has happened since Decision Day. Get bonus episodes on Patreon on documentaries, MAFS…
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MAFS S20 Decision Day w/Priscilla
I am joined by author and book critic, Priscilla Gillman to discuss the Decision Day episode where we get some yes-es and some no-s. Priscilla shares how she fell into MAFS and her connection to Dr. Pepper. We also…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 18: He Said What? w/Michelle from S18
We leave the Couples Retreat and we end with the beginning of Decision Day. Michelle joins me to recap and talk about the aftermath of the retreat, what she thinks Felipe said and her predictions for Decision Day. You…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 17: You Are Beyonce w/Clara from S12
Clara is back on the pod to share her thoughts on this episode as the disaster that is the Couples Retreat continues. With her insights from being on the show, Clara shares a theory she has about Mecca, her thoughts on…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 16: Couples Retreating w/Anthony from S5
Anthony from the original Chicago season joins me to recap the episode as the couples head to the retreat. Mecca and Felipe continue to put their feet in their mouth and I have a surprising pick for my bouquet. You…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 15: Chaos At The Dinner Table w/Jason
Jason joins me to recap the episode where Devin and Caitlin take a turn as they hang out with her dad, Adam and Marissa continue to be stuck on cruise control and everything takes a turn at the group dinner when Shawn…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 14: Full Send w/Aysha
Aysha from A Perfect Match Pod and Life Bi Us pod joins me to recap this episode where the couples gather for another group therapy session. We bid good riddance farewell to one couple, Paul came ready to gather…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 13: Orange Flags w/Henry from S11
Henry from the New Orleans season joins me to discuss the couples on this episode. He shares what he likes and doesn't like about the season, casting a reality star and why he still has hope for Devin and Caitlin. You…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 12: See Me, Hear Me, Understand Me w/Krysten from S15
Krysten from S15 San Diego joins me to recap this week's dinner party. She shares some tea on the season, her thoughts on the couples and I ask her which groom she would match herself with. You can find Krysten's…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 11: Trying Hard w/Dana
Dana from The Bravo Investigator Podcast joins me to recap the group dinner episode where everyone speaks their truth with Coach Cam leading the charge. Marissa finally speaks up and Felipe is overly honest with the…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 10: Unblock Your Blessings w/Toma
Toma from Mostly Unserious Business joins me to recap this episode where we realize that no one seems to be threatening to leave and wonder if they have been told to stick it out. We honestly cannot believe Shawn's…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 9: Performative or Nah? w/Dani
Friend of the pod, Dani joins me to discuss the first group therapy session that felt necessary but at the same time felt like something we shouldn't be watching. We discuss if this is just who Adam is, Nick's…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 8: Monogamous Good Husband w/Jazmine Henley-Brown
Host of The Queue, Jazmine joins me to recap this episode that follows the aftermath of the dinner party. Never one to hold back on her opinions we share our similar and differing opinions when it comes to Nikki and…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 7: We're Vibing w/Camille from S18
Camille from MAFS S18 joins me to recap this episode where the couples have their first dinner party and all the cracks come out to play. Marissa and Adam continue to keep things light, Nikki and Shawn have a terrible…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 6: Different Warmth Lengths w/Raven
Raven from Bitch is Better Podcast joins me to discuss the latest episode of this drop where the couples are back in Seattle and we are introduced to the experts sessions. Listen to find out why this didn't help me in…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 5: I Feel Smothered, Babe
On this episode, I try to make sense of some people who seem to have missed what show they signed up for. One couple rises up in my estimation of them and Shawn and Nikki have me at my wit's end. Get bonus episodes on…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 4: Black Cats
It's a solo episode! The couples have made it to Mexico for their honeymoons and the big cracks are beginning to show. Caitlin talks nonstop about being a black cat and the switch up is crazy. The couples face hiccups…
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Couples Therapy: S5 Ep. 9 w/Jenn
We have come to the end of the season! Orna wraps up all her sessions with the couples and we still see some surprising endings. Get bonus episodes on Patreon on documentaries, MAFS content and reality shows like…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 3: Daddy Issues w/Ade
The party continues as we wrap up all the weddings and the couples head on over to spend their first night together. The Dads are not okay as Mecca's dad, Logic says some highly inappropriate things and Caitlin's dad…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 2: The Party Continues w/Ade
Ade joins me to recap the episode as the weddings continue and we meet more couples. Adam is still practicing his values with the piano and we have a rant session about Nick and Courtney and the values they seem to…
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Couples Therapy: S5 Ep. 8 w/Jenn
Orna gives Shay and Clinton individual therapy. Sienna's does a turn around that leaves her questioning her marriage to Chris. Marjorie and Jason test a new way to listen and Drea makes a surprising declaration. Get…
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MAFS S20 Ep. 1: New Faces in Seattle w/Brittany
Brittany from MAFS S19 joins me to recap the premiere of the new season. We wonder if the marriages are legally binding, wonder about the matches and question how ready some of the guys are for marriage. You can find…
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Love Island S8 Finale w/Toma
Our winners have been crowned and Toma from Mostly Unserious Business joins me to recap the (unnecessarily) long season finale of Love Island. We discuss the final (uneven) dates, some new changes introduced and wonder…
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Couples Therapy: S5 Ep. 7 w/Jenn
Jenn joins me as Shay is big mad with Clinton as we find out they are in an open relationship. Orna uncovers more about Nessa and Drea's history. Marjorie and Jason are are at odds again when he rage emails her mom…
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BB28 Premiere Thoughts
Summer has begun! BB28 has premiered and there are a lot of fun twists and reality show "icons" added to the show. I share all my thoughts and how I like the cast so far and can't wait to see how the reality stars…
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MAFS Catch Up: Chatting with Clara from S12 (Atlanta)
Countdown to a new season continues with a MAFS Catchup with Clara. In her first interview since MAFS, she shares about her time on the show and filming during Covid. We get into it all including the famous venting…
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MAFS S20: Sneak Preview Recap
As the countdown to the season premiere begins, I do a brief recap of the 7-minute sneak peek. I talk about some of the changes, my thoughts on the changes and what I know of the new experts. I also share my first…
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