Reality Check with Jamie East

Just as Love Island has come to a close, the sun has also set on The Reality Check Podcast. Thanks to everyone who has listened and stayed with the show over the past 80 or so episode. But this is our last swan-song. And for our show finale we thought it would be fitting to speak with the show favourite Jo Hemmings, and also the final thoughts of this years Love Island contestant Joe Garrat.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by keeping your ears peeled for future Jaime East Podcasts. Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For this episode of reality check we chat to Jo Hemmings about why it's been kicking off yet again on Love Island and what is life like after? We ask former villa hunk Alex Beatie. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hi everyone!I caught up with Jo Hemmings for a chat over breakfast regarding all things Love Island.Then recent contestant of the Villa Marvin Brooks shared his feelings on being in and since leaving the show. And finally, it took some time, but we finally have Emeli Sandé drop by to meet RC! If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this weeks instalment of Reality Check, I Jaime East, will be dedicating my mind to the stories of Love Island. We will get our weekly catch with the Jo Hemmings. Then later in the show, I have a chat with, previous Love Island star contestant Chloe Crowhurst.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends. Thanks for listening! Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on the Reality Check podcast, we dive straight into Love Island chat, we speak with Livia Simoka who tells us tales of her trip to a remote part of the Congo. And that’s not all, we also speak with the infamous Big Brother contestant, Nikki Grahame.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5-star review and telling your friends. Thanks for listening! Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on the Reality Check podcast, I'm speaking with Mark Dolan about crafting and a Tom Cruise prank gone wrong. As well as speaking the pods first ever OBE guest, Bettany Hughes. And of course, I'll be bringing you your weekly dose of Love Island chat.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends. Thanks for listening! Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we are talking to the new star of Made In Chelsea, Verity, we also caught up with WILL.I.AM and his thoughts on the state of the music industry. And lastly, of course, we speak with the lovely Joe Hemings about all things Love Island.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends. Thanks for listening! Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we are talking about the lack of love in love island with Joe Hemings. We also hear from friend of the show and former Love Island contestant, Eyal Booker on his thoughts of this year's contestants. But before that, I got to speak with star of Channel 4’s Battle of the Super Eaters, Leah Shutkever.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends. Thanks for listening! Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this week's instalment of Reality Check, I Jamie East, will be hearing from Emma Willis and her thoughts on the Circle & Love Island.As well this week, I will be digging deep on Love Island with the wonderful Jo Hemmings. Then later in the show, I sit down and have a chat with the fantastic Irish chef Clodagh Mckenna and also talking Mexican Dynasty with one of the stars of the show, Adán Allende!If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends. Thanks for listening! Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this weeks instalment of Reality Check, I Jaime East, am delighted to be speaking with the busiest woman I have ever met, Laura Hamilton. We talk about sun, family and of course, holidays.As well this week, I was speaking with the wonderful people behind the TV show, Curvy Brides.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends. Thanks for listening! Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I get to grips with Britain's Secret Charity Cheats by having a natter to the awesome Kevin Duala - and discuss the benefits of Skeggy over Weston-Super-Mare with Kerr Drummond from Cost vs Country!If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

One of my favourite episodes! Tone Read-Wilson from Celebs go Dating uses some extraordinarily long words to talk about marathons and chocking on a lamb shank (how?!) and then we get ourselves warmed up for Eurovision by catching up with our old pal Russ Scooch! "Would you like something to suck on for landing, sir?" You're damn right I would.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Look out people, there's a new girl in town. Well, when I say town I mean Essex. TOWIE new girl Chloe Ross talks about what it's like joining a show on it's 24th series (!) and then moves on to influencing and, inexplicably, Walter White. She was fun - thanks Chloe.RC makes a return and talks to Sabrina Stocker from last years The Apprentice. She was quite 'chatty', thank goodness!If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I caught up with Rod Williams, the series producer to talk about how he made 'When I Grow Up' a really interesting new show on Channel 4 every Thursday at 8pm - and Corrie/Strictly star Georgia May Foote got to grips with our idiot robot RC.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Love is in the air this week! Austen from First Dates drops in to talk about behind the scenes of one of Britain's favourite TV shows and we meet a man called Brian who along with his girlfriend, agreed to have sex on TV to save their relationship - CRUMBS!If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Two brand new shows to talk about this week and two lovely people to talk about them with!David West pops along to talk about why on earth he decided to get his willy out on a greek beach infront of some people who'd painted their tackle - or something (it's quite confusing) and lovely Georgia Harrison talk yoga, gym wear, footballer love-rats and most importantly MTV's The Challenge: War of the Worlds - which sounds absolutely nuts.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tell you that, Nathan Browne is a top fella. Had a really good cast about life as a GSer - then Miles and Habbs from Made in Chelsea yakked to that rude robot RC.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Always good talking to a new boy! Freddie Browne speaks to me about his Made in Chelsea debut and an extraordinarily posh story about climbing a mountain (!) - then RC gets too grips with legend Brian McFadden and even manages to squeeze in a partridge reference, which was nice.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

never let it nee said you don't get a broad church on Reality Check! This week we discuss idiots getting rash ad regrettable tattoos sorted out by tattoo legends Pash and Uzzi - and also riding horseback and Louie Spence in chaps with Courtney green on Celebs on a Ranch. British TV is nuts.If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!JamieTattoo Fixers is on E4 Wednesday 9pmCelebs on a Ranch starts on 5Star on April 1st 9pm See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hi everyone!I caught up with Anita, one of the mums from Channel 4's 'Mums Make Porn' which is a pretty fascinating and eye-opening programme.Then friend of the pod Francis Boulle dropped by to meet RC and to give a ridiculously lengthy plug to some Bed and Breakfast thing he was promoting - all a bit odd but lovely to see him!If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello.It would be ridiculous to run a UK based Reality TV podcast and not talk about what has happened over the past week and the conversation now happening about our Reality TV stars. So that is what I've done.Needless to say, if you are affected by anything you've read in the news or heard in this podcast - you are not alone and there is always someone who will listen without prejudice. The Samaritans can be reached on 116 123 and CALM (The Campaign against Living Miserably) a charity devoted to tackling male suicide can be found on 0800 58 58 58.Thanks,Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's always a pleasure speaking to Matt Richardson and this episode is no exception. He pops along to talk all things Hangover Games and our insulting robot RC tried to have a chat to Timewasters' Daniel Lawrence Taylor. It didn't go particularly well. Apologies to Daniel - that robot is toast.The Hangover Games is on right now on E4 (and All4) and Timewasters is on ITV2 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jake Quickenden drops in to talk Dancing on Ice final and the possibility of going on X Factor All-Stars and I catch up with Sean from Baewatch Confidential. What's Baewatch Confidential you ask? Listen and find out you ignoramus - what am I, your mother?If you enjoy what I do, I’d really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Holla!Handsome hunk Alex Marks is a 6ft 6 slice of perfection and has been chosen as the all new Batchelor UK sacrifice. I catch up with him to see wa gwan and Amber Davies sits down for an interrogation with RC.If you enjoy what I do, I'd really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter we can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie x See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is one I've been looking forward to for years - I caught up with Rob & Neil Gibbons who, for the past few years, have been the writing brains behind Alan Partridge. This Time with Alan Partridge launches on BBC1 (back of the net) February 25th at 9:30pm - it's brilliant, largely down to these guys.If you enjoy what I do, I'd really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I had the absolute pleasure of catching up both one of my favourite people - Anna Williamson. Anna can be found as the psych/mentor/coach on the latest series of Celebs Go Dating, which this time sees the likes of Kerry Katona, Megan McKenna and Pete Wicks attempt to love. Or at least a fumble in a Wetherspoons. Anna talks a lot of sense and is always great fun.Poor Dani & Sim got lumbered with our rather irritating robot RC.If you enjoy Reality Check, I'd really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Edwards is not only presenter of My5's 'Make or Break', River Monsters, Tool Academy, Science-ish Author and all-round clever and talented bloke - he's also seriously good fun to talk to. I pre-face the interview with a chat about the latest X Factor news and would love to hear your thoughts on it!We flit from serious illness to Gwyneth Paltrow's jade eggs in a really fun natter - enjoy!If you enjoy what I do, I'd really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter I can be found @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A really great chat with Shipwrecked presenter and all-round ace person Vick Hope leads this week's Reality Check, but not before Jamie gets a few opinions regarding "The GC" off his chest. Tanya Bardsley from Real Housewives of Cheshire is also the latest reality star to fall under the spell of our quite cheeky robot RC.If you enjoy what we do, we'd really appreciate both your feedback (on twitter it's @jamieeast) and support by leaving a 5 star review and telling your friends.Thanks for listening!Jamie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Get ready for an ear-splitting anecdotes from Kush off of Shipwrecked (on E4 now fact fans) regarding Geri Halliwell's management technique - and poor Camilla Thurlow inadvertently finds herself the inaugural victim of RC the Reality Check Android (Not Arsey, RC). If you enjoy Reality Check, please do let us know by rating it 5stars and subscribing!You can contact Jamie East on twitter - @jamieeastThanks! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The stars were out on force this week at their annual p**s up dressed up as an ward show - the NTAs. Our intrepid snooper Johnn went to there red carpet to find out what was happening. Jamie caught up with Josh from The Charlotte Show and Amber from Teen Mom UK - both currently on MTV.Say hello to Jamie on twitter @jamieeast with any feedback.If you enjoy - you could either tattoo the name on your bum - or alternatively just rate and subscribe! Thanks. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This was such fun - Jamie caught up with the man, the myth, the legend Tim Vincent totally about Celebrity 5 Go Camping - but as ever the conversation meanders into all sorts of things - such as fatherhood, celebrity - and Bobby Davro's limitless energy and enthusiasm! He was a brilliant person to interview - hope you enjoy!If you do, a sneaky little 5 Star review would be much appreciated!Thanks@jamieeast (on twitter) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie East is joined by Johnny Seifert to keep you up to date on all the latest from the world of reality TV. Hear from Tom Jones and the other Voice coaches. As well as this Jamie gets to chat to Hunted bad guy Peter Bleksley to see if he thinks Jamie has what it takes to be a top fugitive, but who would you pair up with him on the show? Let us know #RealityCheck! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The ‘Aldi version of Strictly,’ Dancing On Ice is coming back to our screens, Jamie East is bringing you all the latest from the ice and elsewhere with reality TV expert Johnny Seifert . It’s Exclusive after exclusive this week with interviews with the Dancing on Ice contestants, including Gemma Collins, Brian McFadden, James Jordan and our very own Saira Khan. This Sunday also marks the brand new series of Ibiza Weekender, Jamie catches up with Callum Izzard to discuss everything from the sandy beaches to what his Girlfriend makes of the new series. You won’t want to miss out! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We have a Reality Check Christmas treat for you! Earlier this week TalkSPORT’S Jim White was joined by the King of the Jungle, Harry Redknapp to discuss everything from jam roly poly to the potensial romance of Emily Atack and son Jamie. Jamie East brings you all the highlights and don’t worry we’ve even taken out all the football bits…you’re welcome.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome! Remember us? The jungle may have ended, but we're still powering on through. Joining Jamie in this look back and what it meant for Reality TV are Celebrity Big Brother's Ben Jardine, Love Island's Ellie Jones and TV critic Toby Earle!Subscribe now and we'll arrive on yer phones every week. Jamie would love to hear from you over on Twitter too - drop him a line on @jamieeast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

So there we have it! Harry Redknapp is the King of the Jungle 2018, with Emily Atack and John Barrowman runners up. Matt Richardson joins Jamie to talk all things 'Arry and the whole series. Plus of course we head down to Australia one final time to speak to our Jungle Spy Hannah Hope.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We have our final three. Who will be the King and/or Queen of the Jungle? We have to wait until this evening, but in the meantime Jamie East and Luke Kempner make their predictions, look back over Fleur's time in the jungle and Jamie speaks to Jungle VIP favourite Logan Goonman. PLUS Jamie takes on a very budget version of the Celebrity Cyclone.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

James is the next casualty of the public vote, but he's had quite the ride. Comedian Jake Yapp joins Jamie once more to talk a very emotional episode as the camp mate's family and partners surprise them in the jungle. Plus once again Harry is fearless in the Bush Tucker Trial.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nick Knowles was a very nice man in the jungle, but perhaps overly nice as he gained the least votes meaning he had to leave. Comedian Matt Richardson joins Jamie to talk all things Nick Knowles, the difficult Bush Tucker Trial and fancying cartoon characters.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

She had an almighty journey in the jungle, but Anne has been voted out of the camp. TV royalty Anneka Rice joins Jamie to discuss that golden moment when Nick Knowles got his hand on his guitar and also our Jungle Spy Hannah news about how the veggies are eating in there.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie Redknapp joins Jamie East on The Jungle VIP Podcast for an exclusive interview to discuss how he thinks his father is getting on in the I'm A Celebrity Camp. Jamie speaks about how brave his father is, the relationship between him and Sandra and also addresses the comments from Emily Atack about wanting to meet him.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rita is the latest to walk the red carpet bridge as the public voted to save everyone else. But it's better news for the rest of the camp as Nick, Emily and Harry bought home the bacon... well buffalo sausges. Pat Sharp returns to the Jungle VIP with Jamie and also on the line from Australia is sister of Emily, Martha Atack.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Never has an ankle injury been made to look so cabaret! John Barrowman returned to the camp whilst Sair was given the boot by the voting public. Jamie East is today joined by comedian and impressionist Luke Kempner and the pair play a trick on jungle spy Hannah Hope. Plus John Knowles, brother of Nick, gives us the low down on what the DIY SOS man is like!Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Time for poor Malique to leave the jungle, thousands of pounds in pocket and head to the 5* Versace hotel. Journalist and Reality TV Show veteran India Willoughby joins Jamie and they discuss Fleur's gruesome Bush Tucker Trial and whether she could be a potential unlikely winner of the show. Plus Hannah Hope gives us the news on John Barrowman's poorly ankle and the gossip about Noel Edmonds since he's left the jungle.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It was all log chopping and spot popping on last night's I'm A Celeb. Danielle Lloyd joins Jamie East to go over Sair's gruesome trial and how John and Emily worked as a team.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A shock vote meant that Noel Edmonds has left the jungle and will be on the way back to his house (party). Jamie and presenter Luke Franks go through a postmortem Noel's time in the jungle plus the rising competitiveness of the Immunity Games. ALSO an exclusive first play of a potential Christmas No.1 straight from the camp, produced by Jamie himself!Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cockroaches, meal worms, puzzles, Bristol bus lanes and a mannequin called Candice - last night's episode really did have it all. Jamie East is today joined by Kirsten O'Brien and they discuss The Immunity Games and surely the next Christmas no.1 I Like My Bum by Fleur East and Emily Atack. Also, a man who has worked with Noel Edmonds very recently, Barry From Watford shares all on what the bearded man is like and of course Jungle Spy Hannah Hope gives us the low down on underwear. Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

So it seems the most chivalrous thing a man can do is refuse to touch a lady's knickers. How gentlemanly. DJ and former camp mate Pat Sharp joins Jamie to discuss last night's rather tension filled episode. Plus our jungle spy Hannah Hope is on the ground, reporting why ITV may have to evacuate the camp!Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Last night saw The Anne show. Not only did she managed to camp with seven stars, she also revealed what type of person her breasts attract. Jessica Stafford returns to chat with Jamie about Harry Redknapp learning some street talk and Nick Knowles tucking into the camp's scampi fries!Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Anne is to face another trial! The voting public really can be mean can't they? Today Jamie is joined 2018's Reality Star of the Year - Bobby Norris! They go through the rising tension between Noel Edmonds and camp leader Nick Knowles, plus Shaun Wallace, AKA The Dark Destroyer from the Chase, shares his thoughts on how well Anne is doing.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Last night's live trial provided plenty for Jamie and comedian Jake Yapp to go through in today's podcast. Plus after your requests we finally get round to doing a trial ourselves, except this one has a bit of a twist.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The empire has fallen, and in style too. Noel Edmonds and Harry Redknapp's fall from grace was quite literally eye popping. Former camp mate and counsellor Annabel Giles gives her unique take on last night's events and whether Anne should really be part of the show. Also our jungle spy Hannah Hope discusses a potential jungle romance within the camp. Also Aussie Logan Goonman who can oversee the camp from his garden is back on the phone!Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday's episode saw tears aplenty from our celebs as they received their care packages. An ever so tipsy Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace joined Jamie East to discuss spending time away from family and Noel Edmonds giving a leg rub to Harry Redknapp. That's right. Noel Edmonds giving a leg rub to Harry Redknapp.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Not quite everyone is happy to bow down to Emperor Noel Edmonds whose tyrannical reign over Snake Rock has begun. Former camp mate Jake Quickenden and Ashley James join Jamie to discuss Edmond's arrival, Harry playing the role of right-hand man and also the terrible word uttered by Anne.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Two words. Noel Edmonds. He has landed and we are on tenterhooks. Our jungle spy Hannah Hope exclusively reveals to us how the first few days will go for Noel. Jamie is also joined by hilarious comedian Steve Bugeja and they go over John Barrowman and his Scary Rose Bush Tucker Trial, Anne Hegarty facing her toughest challenge yet (getting out of bed) and Nick Knowles and the Alpaca neck.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Anne won over the hearts of many viewers as she braved her first Bush Tucker Trail but unfortunately for the other camp mates, she couldn't deliver the goods. Jamie is joined today by 'Allo 'Allo star Vicki Michelle who does her best to defend the actions of Nick Knowles. Plus Hannah Hope tells us about meeting Noel Edmonds just before he enters the jungle, and Jamie speaks to Logan Goonman, the next door neighbour to Snake Rock.Make sure you tweet using the #JungleVIP to get your thoughts on the podcast and be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And if you're feeling generous, please rate and leave us a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're two episodes in and already 'Arry is stealing the show with his extraordinary Old Man Anecdotes. Plus Emily Atack faces the series' first Bush Tucker Trial and The Governess from The Chase dresses up as a garden gnome. Jamie is joined by 2011 camp mate Jessica Stafford, who is no stranger to the famous waterfall shower plus your tweets! Join the conversation by tweeting the hashtag #JungleVIP.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so it's ready and waiting each morning during this series! And please rate and leave us a nice review - it really helps us spread the word. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

'Arry ain't too impressed with his new gaffe and The Governess is having second thoughts too. Jamie East is here to go over the series opener with former campmate Nicola McLean and Bizarre Columnist Hannah Hope joins live from down under. If you want your daily dose of jungle gossip - make sure you've subscribed! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We have our camp mates! Or in the case of John Barrowman - a VERY camp mate. AND NOEL EDMONDS!! It’s almost here and we couldn’t be more excited! Jamie is joined today by comedian and presenter MATT RICHARDSON to go through the class of 2018 and KIM WOODBURN spills all about what jungle life is really like.If you enjoy this, we'd really like you to subscribe. We will have a brand new episode ready for you every morning after the show starts on Sunday 18th November right up to the moment the new King or Queen of the jungle on December 8th! Please rate and leave us a nice review - it really helps us spread the word.Drop Jamie a line on Twitter or Instagram with your Bushtucker thoughts! - @jamieeast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

An INSANE episode for you here. First up Club Rep Wars Henry has a chat about... well... have a listen. Strange fella.Then Cameron Cole, fresh from the Big Brother house called us for a chat about what it feels like to be on the outside with a few quid and an amazing reality TV legacy to live up to - then finally Kurran, one of my favourite Apprentice candidates EVER has a chat about airlines and BENJI (oh dear).As ever, we'd love you to subscribe and leave a review (if you like it!) - we live and die based on your feedback so feel free to get in touch with jamie on twitter @jamieeastThanks See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“Mate, I thought I was going to be rubbish and you know what? I was.”Jordan Banjo on Celebrity Antiques Road TripIn today’s episode Jamie pays tribute to Big Brother, may it rest in peace… at least for a couple of years anyway.Today’s guest is dancer Jordan Banjo about his forthcoming shows, "The Greatest Dancer” where captains face the tall order of making dreams and breaking dreams.They also get onto the glorious mashup concept of “Celebrity Antiques Road Trip” which is on BBC2 Wednesday nights at 7pm.They talk about the state of reality TV today, moan about the lure of the game Fortnite... and Jordan tells Jamie what it’s like having Ashley Banjo as the good-looking older brother who’s really good at everything. He also reveals his mum is his manager and his sister-in-law is his brother’s assistant so there are some high standards to live up to in that family!Jamie’s also joined by former Detective Superintendent Ray Howard and former Detective Chief Superintendent Sue Hill. Don’t worry, he’s not got himself into trouble again. They’re on to talk about brand new cops and robbers show The Heist, which starts this week on Sky One. It’s an addictive 6 episode series where couples are challenged to steal 0.25 million cash and have to evade the best cops in town to keep the cash! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Best episode EVER! First up, Jamie talks to Rick from The Apprentice about his frankly unfair sacking and how the hell Kurran still exists - then Private Parts duo Jamie Laing and Francis Boulle drop by to talk about their tour and... well everything else under the sun. Jamie also gives us the definitive answer on THAT jungle appearance. It's a corker of an episode - so if you enjoy, please rate and subscribe!Say hi to Jamie on twitter or Insta @jamieeast if you like - any suggestions or requests happily received! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie’s joined by celebrity hunter Johnny Seiffert with all the gossip from the red carpet at the Pride of Britain Awards.Featuring Robbie Williams, Dermot O’Leary, Vicky Pattison, Gemma Collins and more.And there's Big Brother Gossip ahead of next week's final, too.Hussain and Tomasz, recently evicted from the Big Brother house, light up the studio with some fun and chatter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie talks to Alex Finn, the latest Apprentice contestant to get the boot from Lord Sugar.They start by taking on his failure at selling gym equipment and how the time-pressured TV challenges differ from real life.Then Jamie's joined by two new stars who are shaking up the world of reality dating shows.Tonight on E at 9pm the Bi-Life lands! Michael and Daisy are two of the stars from the UKs first bisexual dating show. They explain what makes it different from Love Island, discuss equality in representation of sexual orientation on television and living it up in Barcelona. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie catches up with Ryan, Samson, Claudia and Henry from ITV Be's Absolutely Ascot and chats about the Gypsy community getting short shrift from the rest of Ascot, fights, babies and blow drys. They are a lovely bunch and were really refreshing to talk to!Absolutely Ascot is on ITV Be every Sunday at 10pm and probably on catchup too!If you enjoy Reality Check please subscribe and leave a nice review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today Jamie East’s taking on The Apprentice and Real Housewives of Cheshire. He’s joined by Frank, the deep fat-fryer loser from the Apprentice this week. Jamie starts their chat with a gentle insult, which allows us to discover how Frank doesn’t think he’s a flake after all. Indeed he shows himself to be more of a Snickers man; a little nutty but very much there. They have a complex chat about frying donuts, but still not being sweet enough for Lord Sugar.Would you pay six quid for a nicely-flavoured, aesthetically pleasing donut? Surely this is the big question. Jamie’s in the uniform glaze camp, but Frank still sticks out for filling his bun with spicy sauce. Frank shares his thoughts on arguing with Lord Sugar in the boardroom.He gets on a little better with Dentist Hannah Miraftab off of the Real Housewives of Cheshire who’s looking forward to being p***ed in Palma. She explains how she’s finding the exciting new world of TV. She tells Jamie how Series 8 is freshening up with young blood and balancing happy go lucky types with rollercoaster drama! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie’s joined by Eyal Booker of Love Island and Celebs Go Dating.In tonight’s episode Eyal's on a spiritual quest, but he takes a little time out to chat to Jamie East about love, life and staying healthy and curious!Eyal tells the truth about about competition on TV shows, handling nerves and how Love Island failure was a bit of a bump for him.Then it’s on to the perfect date… If you’re an active sort, you might be in with a chance here. Eyal says rather take the perfect partner for a muddy walk than a champagne dinner!Listen up for Eyal’s worst first date memory… and Jamie’s baffled lesson in Tinder as the guys get deep and meaningful over the state of relationships in the age of social media.They wrap up with Eyal’s wise words on the important relationship between physical and mental health, but is it off-putting for us ordinary joes to see Love Island stars at their peak of physical fitness? Have a listen and tell us what you think!#realitycheck@eyalbooker on Instagram@jamieeast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show Jamie talks to David Allen, the lastest contestent to be fired from The Apprentice, finding out how he feels looking back on his time on Sur Allun's show, and whewther a career in comics awaits.... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What on earth was Sean(n) up to? We try to decipher what THAT snog means for his future on the show and Laura Aspley tells Jamie just what partner you can get your hands on for £9000 - GULP! Plus - is she really taking over from Nadia Essex after that trolling scandal?! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To make up for only doing one episode this week, we’re bringing you a bumper show packed with goodies to keep you going all weekend.Jamie’s talking to someone who watches even more TV than he does: Gogglebox’s @theSandiBogle talks about the small but snazzy world of reality TV and her secret history as a pub and wine bar landlady, where she was scouted for the show that made her famous.Sandi tells us how she got comfortable with TV lights in her living room, how she was protected by her relationship with the show.They get onto Celeb Big Brother and Sandi explains her easy-going attitude to the house and who she keeps up with on WhatsApp… (and who really won’t!!!) before chatting about her latest show "Famous and Fighting" where she joins the police to help fight crime! It’s coming out next month on Channel 4.Jamie also chats to David, Jordan and Imogen from the Weekender Boat Party series chat about getting their guests ‘rotten’ on a multi-million pound yacht in Croatia. The new series comes to ITV2 this month and viewers can expect romances, electric loos and being known for ‘getting with ladies'They chat about representation of gay relationships on TV and everything we can look forward to the show Tuesday 9th October 9pm on ITV2We also hear from Sarah, the first of Lord Sugar’s victims from the brand new series of the Apprentice which started this week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On the tail of the Reality TV awards, Jamie's joined by showbiz superman and reporter Johnny Seifert, who shares the gossip and chat from the Bayswater carpet.They also chat Strictly, tidy beards, bitterness, fake friendship and and the magic of Caroline Flack.Then Romesh Ranganathan @romeshranga and Jamie get together to talk about his new sitcom, "The Reluctant Landlord" on Sky One. They chat about his journey from stand-up to sitcom-writing after inheriting his Dad’s pub as well as some awkward anecdotes from the world of TV and acting.The Reluctant Landlord starts on Sky One on the 30th of October See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today Jamie's joined by Georgia Cole, a contestant from Survival of the Fittest, the high budget battle of the sexes ITV series, filmed in South Africa which has been axed for its second season. She talks about playing David Lundy, skipping the wrap party and life after reality TV. Georgia talks Instagram hatred, full-time work and paying the mortgage!Also on the show is rap artist Honey G, the X-Factor star who's living the dream, working late gigs and getting in shape with no-carb diets! She talks about her passion for following your dreams, studying music and her love of rap & hiphop. As an artist that breaks the mould and confounds expectations, Honey explains how she had to tackle the idea that she's a novelty act. She also tells us about her whirlwind reality TV experience and chats X-Factor news. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on Reality Check we go behind the scenes of this year’s Celeb Big Brother with Ben Jardine. Fresh from the house Ben shares his views on what really happened. They discuss the confusion of the Roxy-Ryan debate and how it felt to be in the house as a media storm raged outside. Jamie also catches up with journalist Helen Rumbelow who had the chance to sample The Circle before it launched.Ben Jardine spills the beansBen opens up about falling for Roxanne Pallet what happened between him and Roxanne Pallett, and how he looked into her eyes and saw the same lost soul looking back. But what happened with Ben’s previous relationship? He spill the beans on his last relationship, shotgun TV marriage and what he was searching for when he went in the house.“I need to get myself to Specsavers. That’s what I’m learning”But has he been in touch with Roxanne?Jamie quizzes Ben on the psychological care given to the celebrities by Big Brother after the event and the strangeness of the CBB experience and Ben shares his plans for the future which includes a documentary about life events and a trip to LA to work with new pal Kirstie Alley.Helen Rumbelow infiltrates The CircleTimes journalist @helenrumbelow joins Jame on the line to talk about joining the circle to write an article. She finds out how she ended up playing the game and her sneery cynicism turned to fascination after an hour of intense psycho-drama!It turns out her plan to play a "Frisky Nordic Kitten” turned into an Andrea Leadsom lookalike in the mind-bending, identity-challenging remote connections game. Helen also finds it unmissable in a sociological manner, particularly the way the men behave!Read the article here: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/the-circle-is-the-tv-show-that-exposes-social-media-tfzfs7g5zSubscribe to the podcast, share, rate and subscribe! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stand by for a special Big Brother tribute show.Jamie East reflects on the news that Channel 5 will no longer continue with Big Brother with views from fans and friends who work on the show. He asks what has changed - is it the way we watch reality TV, or the format itself?He’s joined by Iain Coyle, former executive producer on Big Brother for some brilliant revelations!Iain’s a producer, presenter and comedian these days, but he was the first producer of Big Brother’s Bit on the Side spinoff show. He explains why he thinks the death of Big Brother is a good thing and how younger viewers expect something different these days.They talk about the ins and outs of the Big Brother audition and production process, the move to Channel 5. There are some secrets about the press party ahead of the Richard Desmond Channel 5 launch, featuring cigars and a Rolls Royce(!)Iain started out developing the tasks on Celebrity Big Brother 3 and talks through his contributions to the show’s evolution. He shares the truth about THAT Shilpa Shetty / Jade Goody scandal and reveals that O.J. Simpson was supposed to be in the house that year too. Iain’s now the comedy commissioner for Dave at UKTV. He tells Jamie what he’s looking for in our future TV hits.Jamie shares some of your notes on #BBUK - get in touch and share your Reality TV opinions @jamieEast with #reality check. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ahead of London Fashion Week, model Talulah-Eve joins Jamie to talk about her new reality TV show.She opens up about her ‘bitch’ persona on Britain’s Next Top Model and explains how constructed reality can be a bit like acting.“I just don’t want to be one of those stars that ends up ruining my career"Talulah’s turned down Celeb Big Brother before because she doesn’t think she can keep the facade up for 24 hours of footage, but she’s got her sights (and her dancing shoes) set on Strictly instead!They chat about Ryan’s #CBBUK triumph and how playing it safe is the way to a place in the Big Brother final. Talulah shares her opinion on Roxanne’s options after her mis-step in the house and how the show continues to make big stories year after year.The countdown is on to civilian Big Brother this Friday!What do we know? Jamie’s been digging around amongst the rumours to bring us some tips, whilst Talulah’s UK geography gets put through its paces. Talulah’s keeping her fingers crossed for a sexy series with the latest crop of civilians. She calls on her intuition to predict a graphic designer will be this year's winner, whereas Jamie picks a Welsh consultant on that description alone.Talk turns to Bake-Off, banana bread, naan nonsense and whether or not you can make bread exciting, but Talulah’s well on the side of sweeter treats.They wrap up with a chat about the world of influencing, which isn’t all about trying on clothes and taking gorgeous photos… OK well maybe it is. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today reality TV alumna Ashley James pops into the studio to talk Sally's bunions, tearful Dan and everything CBBUKAshley’s featured in Made in Chelsea, had a whirlwind romance in Celeb Big Brother and has mates about to hit the dancefloor for Strictly this Saturday. Can you get any more reality TV than this?CBBUKAshley’s sunny nature means she had the time of her life in the Big Brother house, so for a change we’re being quite nice about the contestants. She reveals that Ginuwine still messages her every day but explains why she still can’t forgive “The original batchelor”.Ashley re-lives the Bridget Jones moment when she caught Ginuwine red handed with another lover.She tells us how she walked into the hotel with an armful of red roses, only to have the door shut on her face.“The look on his face I’ll never forget when he saw it was me"After that bombshell Ash explains why thinks Hardeep’s insult sandwiches make him the Anne Widdecombe of this series of CBBUK and Jamie quizzes her on the ins and outs of reality TV: what’s real, what’s not and how much does your real life feed into constructed storylines? We find out what it's like having your relationships, break-ups and exploits in the public eye.STRICTLY 2018Ahead of the return of Strictly, Ash is getting behind fellow DJ Vick Hope, and pal Ashley Roberts as we look forward to the kickoff show this Saturday.BAKEOFFGet in touch on Twitter reality check with your Bake Off speculations and reactions #realitycheckukRate, review, subscribe and share the show if you’ve enjoyed it and join us next week for all the CBBUK finale gossip! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Be warned, this episode contains explicit content!Former Hollyoaks actor, Celeb Love Island and Big Brother contestant Paul Danan joins Jamie to talk about his experiences on Big Brother.It’s a show of two halves as they tackle serious issues raised by this year's series as well as lighter topics such as Love Island sex acts.Paul chats about farting camera operators, dealing with addiction in the public eye and the impact reality TV had on his career in one no-holds barred chat.The subject matter gets weighty today as Paul reveals what it feels like when fame becomes intrusive and ‘too much’. Then the conversation turns towards Roxanne Pallett:Is enough, enough? Jamie and Paul speculate on what Roxanne's dealing with after leaving the Big Brother house and ask where we should draw the line on the commentary around contestants potentially struggling with mental health and vulnerability in the public eye.Paul makes the point that big accusations raise important public questions and public reactions are important in shaping wider standards, as well as listener’s reactions to it’s context in light of the #metoo movementThey also talk about Jermaine's surprise eviction and the Big Brother production team’s return to form. Paul is honest as always about his decision not to back Jermaine and the pair discuss the football star’s behaviour throughout the series.Paul also coins our phrase of the week: #Banterknob and shares hilarious stories from his wild time on Love Island. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today’s episode Jamie’s joined by journalist and critic Thea de Gallier to discuss two-facedness in the Big Brother house, whether the more controversial housemates should be forgiven for their past ‘unpleasantness’ and punchgate: Ryan vs Roxanne.Hank from Carshalton calls in to share some gossip about their historic and stirs the pot ahead of the next round of evictions! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Holy moly! Chloe’s gone, Bake Off is on, what else is cooking in the reality TV oven?Jamie’s joined by fellow Big Brother alumni Matt Richardson as well as Marcus Bentley:The voice of Big Brother takes us through his average day, admits he has no idea how many episodes he’s narrated and how Endemol made him a box in the garden to save him the commute.They’ll cover the Stormy saga, fish for gossip and ponder what’s in it for the celebs before rolling up their sleeves for some sweet and melty predictions.Issues discussed include the lack of air con in the Bakeoff tent, pies over politics and how sugar will save our souls.Jamie’s word of the day: “Fuckingamazingbrandysnappicassoslashmagicdolphinpictures" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie's joined by Big Brother UK Queen Kate Lawler to discuss the latest developments and predictions for eviction night. Kate was the show's first female winner so she's got the inside track. She (and her dogs) settle into the studio to discuss eviction nominations, fake people, staged romances and simmering tensions. There's gossip from Gaby's hairdresser, and plenty of chat about Natalie Nunn, whose dramatic behaviour is making some switch off whilst the rest of us are glued to our screens. Check in for everything reality TV and subscribe for your weekend update on Tuesday! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie's joined by former Celebrity Big Brother housemate India Willoughby to bring you up to date on everything that's happened so far. They talk about the Stormy Daniels storm, reactions to Hardeep's 'tactile' behaviour, racism in the Big Brother house and India's expert tip for a controversial relationship between two of the housemates. Also check out the latest Great British Bake Off and Strictly Come Dancing news and subscribe to stay on top of everything reality TV. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Reality Check, the new Reality TV podcast with host Jamie East and special guests. What better time to start than the morning after a brand new raft of celebrities have entered the Big Brother House?Jamie is joined by Love Island expert and presenter Arielle Free to dissect the entrances, the decor and the housemates after launch night.Subscribe to the podcast for your twice weekly update on everything reality TV. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.