<![CDATA[Knead for Reality]]>Knead for Reality is a fun, unfiltered podcast where two best friends recap reality TV, share hot takes, and dive into real-life conversations with plenty of laughs along the way. Each episode pairs the drama on screen with a themed recipe or dessert, as they test out sweet treats inspired by the shows they’re watching—celebrating their love of baking as a way to unwind, connect, and make every moment a little sweeter.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 15:04:44 GMTSun, 15 Mar 2026 20:10:16 GMT60Knead for Reality<p>Knead for Reality is a fun, unfiltered podcast where two best friends recap reality TV, share hot takes, and dive into real-life conversations with plenty of laughs along the way. Each episode pairs the drama on screen with a themed recipe or dessert, as they test out sweet treats inspired by the shows they’re watching—celebrating their love of baking as a way to unwind, connect, and make every moment a little sweeter.</p>episodicKnead for Realitykneadforreality@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[Episode 10: The Valley, RHORI, Salted Caramel Cookies]]>Welcome to episode 10 of Knead For Reality, we're in double digits! Amber and Clara open the show running on pure "puppy brain" exhaustion. Plus, Clara and Corbyn recount their hilariously unsuccessful venture into local speed dating, and Amber details her road trip through the land of Pennsylvania Sheetz—complete with a questionable new pizza discovery.

The Valley: Total chaos erupts in San Diego when Nia hosts a drag pageant and pulls a full Steve Harvey, accidentally crowning the wrong winner before handing the title over to Luke (aka "Miss Taken"). Meanwhile, Nia tries to manage Danny’s behavior, Lala and Danny get into a blowout argument, and a guys' basketball game ends with a scary injury for Jason.

RHORI: The drama is dialed all the way up as Rosie and Kelsey go at it yet again during Jared’s trivia night. Later, a car ride to Rich’s gig completely explodes when Alicia and Liz clash over the infamous "homeless" comments, leaving Jo-Ellen caught in the crossfire. Meanwhile, Alicia fights for her stake in Pizza Mamma, and Rulla is a total no-show for both events.

Baking Segment: Finally, we sweeten up the drama with a batch of salted caramel cookies and celebrate a major milestone: the very first official entry in the long-awaited Tiramisu Diaries!

]]>ada0c06a-43ba-43ab-bb87-63340190e5adMon, 25 May 2026 23:27:27 GMT<p>Welcome to episode 10 of Knead For Reality, we're in double digits! Amber and Clara open the show running on pure "puppy brain" exhaustion. Plus, Clara and Corbyn recount their hilariously unsuccessful venture into local speed dating, and Amber details her road trip through the land of Pennsylvania Sheetz—complete with a questionable new pizza discovery.</p><p></p><p><b>The Valley:</b> Total chaos erupts in San Diego when Nia hosts a drag pageant and pulls a full Steve Harvey, accidentally crowning the wrong winner before handing the title over to Luke (aka "Miss Taken"). Meanwhile, Nia tries to manage Danny’s behavior, Lala and Danny get into a blowout argument, and a guys' basketball game ends with a scary injury for Jason.</p><p></p><p><b>RHORI:</b> The drama is dialed all the way up as Rosie and Kelsey go at it yet again during Jared’s trivia night. Later, a car ride to Rich’s gig completely explodes when Alicia and Liz clash over the infamous "homeless" comments, leaving Jo-Ellen caught in the crossfire. Meanwhile, Alicia fights for her stake in Pizza Mamma, and Rulla is a total no-show for both events.</p><p></p><p><b>Baking Segment:</b> Finally, we sweeten up the drama with a batch of salted caramel cookies and celebrate a major milestone: the very first official entry in the long-awaited Tiramisu Diaries!</p>no00:58:4610Episode 10: The Valley, RHORI, Salted Caramel Cookiesfull<![CDATA[Episode 9: The Valley, RHORI, Sundae Funday]]>Welcome to Episode 9 of Knead for Reality! This week featured some fun life updates:
  • Welcome to the family, Stella and Arlo! Two new puppies means double the cute, but also double the mischief.
  • Corbyn’s fridge has officially kicked the bucket. RIP to whatever leftovers were trapped inside.
  • We briefly recapped the Summer House drama, celebrated Alex Cooper’s pregnancy news, and screamed because Harry Styles is finally heading back on tour. Dust off your boas!

The Valley

  • The main takeaway this week? Danny is officially on the pod's collective block list. He is not our friend right now.
  • We have to ask... is Brittany starting to move just like Jax? Or is she playing 4D chess and thinking ahead like Mother Hubbard?

Real Housewives of Rhode Island

  • Kelsey and her man broke up, but he is somehow still paying for her entire life.
  • We went to Rulla’s dinner party, where Brian completely lost his marbles. Seems to us like he's hiding something.
  • Kelsey and Rosie’s fragile truce lasted about five minutes. They are officially on the brink of an all-out brawl again.

Sunday Funday

  • We wrapped up the week with an epic ice cream sundae bar with every topping imaginable. The biggest shocker of the night? Uncovering which of the ladies doesn't like hot fudge. (Expose her!)
]]>8290048b-9bea-46dd-bba6-51a217b6c8a2Tue, 19 May 2026 02:16:46 GMT<h3><b>Welcome to Episode 9 of Knead for Reality! This week featured some fun life updates:</b></h3><ul><li> Welcome to the family, Stella and Arlo! Two new puppies means double the cute, but also double the mischief.</li><li>Corbyn’s fridge has officially kicked the bucket. RIP to whatever leftovers were trapped inside.</li><li>We briefly recapped the <i>Summer House</i> drama, celebrated Alex Cooper’s pregnancy news, and screamed because Harry Styles is finally heading back on tour. Dust off your boas!<p></p></li></ul><p><b>The Valley</b></p><ul><li>The main takeaway this week? Danny is officially on the pod's collective block list. He is <i>not</i> our friend right now.</li><li>We have to ask... is Brittany starting to move just like Jax? Or is she playing 4D chess and thinking ahead like Mother Hubbard? <p></p></li></ul><p><b>Real Housewives of Rhode Island</b></p><ul><li>Kelsey and her man broke up, but he is somehow still paying for her entire life. </li><li>We went to Rulla’s dinner party, where Brian completely lost his marbles. Seems to us like he's hiding something.</li><li>Kelsey and Rosie’s fragile truce lasted about five minutes. They are officially on the brink of an all-out brawl again.<p></p></li></ul><p><b>Sunday Funday</b></p><ul><li>We wrapped up the week with an epic ice cream sundae bar with every topping imaginable. The biggest shocker of the night? Uncovering which of the ladies doesn't like hot fudge. (Expose her!)</li></ul>yes00:52:379Episode 9: The Valley, RHORI, Sundae Fundayfull<![CDATA[Episode 8: The Valley, RHORI, Tiramisu Cake]]>This week’s podcast featured Clara fighting plaque with vibes alone, Amber defending room-temperature sodas like a founding father, and Corbyn & Clara getting absolutely humbled by stomach warfare.

  • On The Valley: marriages were shaky, Schwartz was awkwardly flirting, and Lala & Michelle gave the episode its emotional damage segment.
  • On RHORI: the Newport trip turned into passive-aggressive summer camp ,Jo-Ellen and Alicia had one of the episode’s most emotional moments, opening up about difficult childhood experiences and bonding over personal family trauma , and Jo-Ellen received alleged video evidence of Rulla’s husband Brian with another woman, reigniting the affair rumors and setting up major fallout for next week

  • Dessert of the week: tiramisu cake — the only layered thing not falling apart emotionally.
]]>8ea88898-d8ff-4405-9247-9e49c84657acTue, 12 May 2026 03:52:15 GMT<p>This week’s podcast featured Clara fighting plaque with vibes alone, Amber defending room-temperature sodas like a founding father, and Corbyn &amp; Clara getting absolutely humbled by stomach warfare.</p><p></p><ul><li>On <i>The Valley</i>: marriages were shaky, Schwartz was awkwardly flirting, and Lala &amp; Michelle gave the episode its emotional damage segment.</li><li> On <i>RHORI</i>: the Newport trip turned into passive-aggressive summer camp ,Jo-Ellen and Alicia had one of the episode’s most emotional moments, opening up about difficult childhood experiences and bonding over personal family trauma , and Jo-Ellen received alleged video evidence of Rulla’s husband Brian with another woman, reigniting the affair rumors and setting up major fallout for next week<p></p></li><li> Dessert of the week: tiramisu cake — the only layered thing not falling apart emotionally.</li></ul>yes01:06:148Episode 8: The Valley, RHORI, Tiramisu Cakefull<![CDATA[Episode 7: The Valley, RHORI, Ice Cream]]>Welcome back to Knead for Reality! Clara is joining us from Rhode Island fresh off her half marathon. This week, we talk:

  • Devil Wears Prada 2 — cautiously excited but if Miranda isn’t terrifying, we riot.
  • Fogo de Chão — meat sweats but make it luxurious. Zero regrets, minimal breathing.
  • Book of Mormon — wildly inappropriate, wildly hilarious. Bless up.
  • Amber’s cereal habits — concerning. Possibly criminal.

The Valley

  • Jesse & Lacy opening scene — already exhausted.
  • Janet & Jason — giving “we need to talk” energy 24/7.
  • Michelle’s gymnastics — flexible queen, emotionally and physically.
  • “We’re going to San Diego!” — pack your drama and SPF.

Real Housewives of RI

  • Kelsey breakup? TBD but we’re seated.
  • Doll tea party — nothing says normal like tiny furniture and big egos.
  • Masquerade party — masks off, personalities revealed... mostly.

Our dessert this week? A summer favorite: ice cream!

]]>10768e99-d40d-455b-b4d0-c4302ccd1e6fTue, 05 May 2026 02:29:49 GMT<p>Welcome back to Knead for Reality! Clara is joining us from Rhode Island fresh off her half marathon. This week, we talk:</p><ul><li><i>Devil Wears Prada 2</i> — cautiously excited but if Miranda isn’t terrifying, we riot.</li><li>Fogo de Chão — meat sweats but make it luxurious. Zero regrets, minimal breathing.</li><li>Book of Mormon — wildly inappropriate, wildly hilarious. Bless up.</li><li>Amber’s cereal habits — concerning. Possibly criminal.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The Valley</b></p><ul><li>Jesse &amp; Lacy opening scene — already exhausted.</li><li>Janet &amp; Jason — giving “we need to talk” energy 24/7.</li><li>Michelle’s gymnastics — flexible queen, emotionally and physically.</li><li>“We’re going to San Diego!” — pack your drama and SPF.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Real Housewives of RI</b></p><ul><li>Kelsey breakup? TBD but we’re seated.</li><li>Doll tea party — nothing says normal like tiny furniture and big egos.</li><li>Masquerade party — masks off, personalities revealed... mostly.</li></ul><p></p><p>Our dessert this week? A summer favorite: ice cream!</p>yes01:37:057Episode 7: The Valley, RHORI, Ice Creamfull<![CDATA[Episode 6: The Valley, RHORI, White Chocolate Chip Lemon Bars]]>Welcome back to Knead for Reality

  • Life updates: book club, hiking, and somehow… run club people now
  • Clara runs a half marathon next weekend
  • Corbyn spotted on Summer House S4
  • Leaked reunion audio = messy, we pressed play immediately

The Valley

  • In-home salons + boats = chaotic combo
  • Jesse’s boys’ night = cigars & unhinged energy
  • Kristen & Luke date night = love… with a side of tension

RHORI

  • Cheating scandal still clocked in
  • Wedding rings = missing in action
  • Polo match = rich chaos, zero self-awareness

The Bake

  • Summer = citrus, poolside, main character energy
  • Ingredients: zest, sugar, butter, flour, lemon juice, white chocolate chips
  • Tip: use 2 lemons
  • Taste: tangy, sweet, and gone in 5 seconds
]]>0b8510cf-3d45-41ea-bdb3-2c6bda51d3caWed, 29 Apr 2026 02:17:25 GMT<p>Welcome back to Knead for Reality</p><p></p><ul><li>Life updates: book club, hiking, and somehow… run club people now</li><li>Clara runs a half marathon next weekend</li><li>Corbyn spotted on <i>Summer House</i> S4</li><li>Leaked reunion audio = messy, we pressed play immediately</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The Valley</b></p><ul><li>In-home salons + boats = chaotic combo</li><li>Jesse’s boys’ night = cigars &amp; unhinged energy</li><li>Kristen &amp; Luke date night = love… with a side of tension</li></ul><p></p><p><b>RHORI</b></p><ul><li>Cheating scandal still clocked in</li><li>Wedding rings = missing in action</li><li>Polo match = rich chaos, zero self-awareness</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The Bake </b></p><ul><li>Summer = citrus, poolside, main character energy</li><li>Ingredients: zest, sugar, butter, flour, lemon juice, white chocolate chips</li><li>Tip: use 2 lemons</li><li>Taste: tangy, sweet, and gone in 5 seconds</li></ul>yes01:27:446Episode 6: The Valley, RHORI, White Chocolate Chip Lemon Barsfull<![CDATA[Episode 5: The Valley, RHORI, Red Flags or Red Velvet Cupcakes? ]]>
  • Clara is BACK and balance has been restored. Also… Corbyn’s dad knows Amber?? Small world. Donuts were discussed, obviously.
  • The Valley: Produced but still entertaining. Husbands in the drama (??), Brittany’s boob job era, and Brandon already waving red flags. Y2K party delivered: tequila Kristen, the girls + the gays. Michelle thriving at The Abbey, and hungover In-N-Out saves the day. Zack is not impressed with Brandon — same.
  • RHORI: More drama off-screen than on — lawsuits, alleged mistresses, escort rumors. On-screen = beach hangs, biking, and subtle tension. Liz + Kelsey boat clean-up could go friendship or feud.
  • Baking: Red velvet cupcakes, no sifting (lazy queens), didn’t forget the butter (growth), and somehow… actually moist and good.
    • ]]>    fa6433b3-255e-4a23-837f-9c467cc29615Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:27:47 GMT<ul><li>Clara is BACK and balance has been restored. Also… Corbyn’s dad knows Amber?? Small world. Donuts were discussed, obviously.</li><li><i>The Valley</i>: Produced but still entertaining. Husbands in the drama (??), Brittany’s boob job era, and Brandon already waving red flags. Y2K party delivered: tequila Kristen, the girls + the gays. Michelle thriving at The Abbey, and hungover In-N-Out saves the day. Zack is not impressed with Brandon — same.</li><li><i>RHORI</i>: More drama off-screen than on — lawsuits, alleged mistresses, escort rumors. On-screen = beach hangs, biking, and subtle tension. Liz + Kelsey boat clean-up could go friendship or feud.</li><li>Baking: Red velvet cupcakes, no sifting (lazy queens), didn’t forget the butter (growth), and somehow… actually moist and good.</li></ul>no01:17:2415Episode 5: The Valley, RHORI, Red Flags or Red Velvet Cupcakes? full    <![CDATA[Episode 4: The Valley, RHoRI Eps 2&3, Cheesecake-palooza]]>Weekly recap with Coachella chaos, Amber nearly passing out, and Clara fully thriving in LA. We talk hot dwarfs, foot jobs, and are 1 year old birthday parties worth it? 

    • The Valley check-in with more tension, messy dynamics, and cracks getting harder to ignore

    • The Real Housewives of Rhode Island are getting messy!!!! We are learning who has the power dynamics and what triggers each Hosuewive. 

    • Baking segment inspired by Jo-Ellen featuring iconic Cheesecake Factory flavors and an easy no-bake recipe

    ]]>    fe6e5094-39ba-4025-bc7d-be775793f82dWed, 15 Apr 2026 01:12:32 GMT<p>Weekly recap with Coachella chaos, Amber nearly passing out, and Clara fully thriving in LA. We talk hot dwarfs, foot jobs, and are 1 year old birthday parties worth it? </p><p>• The Valley check-in with more tension, messy dynamics, and cracks getting harder to ignore</p><p>• The Real Housewives of Rhode Island are getting messy!!!! We are learning who has the power dynamics and what triggers each Hosuewive. </p><p>• Baking segment inspired by Jo-Ellen featuring iconic Cheesecake Factory flavors and an easy no-bake recipe</p>yes01:30:0114Episode 4: The Valley, RHoRI Eps 2&3, Cheesecake-paloozafull    <![CDATA[Episode 3: EPISODE 3: The Valley, Real Housewives of RI ]]>Welcome to Episode 3 of Knead for Reality:

    We kick off the podcast with a weekly recap with Amber’s Pitt trip and Clara’s gym embarrassment
    • Quick takes on Summer House drama and the Comments by Celebs emergency episode
    • The Valley returns with messy “fresh starts,” Jax’s exit, Brittany’s glow-up, and a very awkward group event featuring Lacy
    • Tensions rise as relationships crack and sides start forming
    • Real Housewives of Rhode Island premieres with luxury, tight friend cliques, and the first major feud already brewing

    ]]>    d31c79df-c458-44bf-96f2-6a2961166c0dWed, 08 Apr 2026 00:42:45 GMT<p>Welcome to Episode 3 of Knead for Reality:</p><p>We kick off the podcast with a weekly recap with Amber’s Pitt trip and Clara’s gym embarrassment<br />• Quick takes on Summer House drama and the Comments by Celebs emergency episode<br />• The Valley returns with messy “fresh starts,” Jax’s exit, Brittany’s glow-up, and a very awkward group event featuring Lacy<br />• Tensions rise as relationships crack and sides start forming<br />• Real Housewives of Rhode Island premieres with luxury, tight friend cliques, and the first major feud already brewing</p>no01:02:1813Episode 3: EPISODE 3: The Valley, Real Housewives of RI full    <![CDATA[Episode 2: SLOMW, Love Overboard & Malta Cookies]]>This week on Knead for Reality, we’re catching you up on everything—from real-life chaos to reality TV chaos. Clara recaps her latest dates (because she's our Bachelorette), while Amber fills us in on peak DC spring vibes, cherry blossoms, and her honest thoughts on Project Hail Mary.

    Then we dive headfirst into the ever-escalating Secret Lives of Mormon Wives drama—Jessi Draper’s explosive divorce details, restraining order headlines, and the latest on Taylor Frankie Paul’s ongoing legal issues that have reportedly paused Season 5 filming. Plus, we break down what this means for the future of the franchise… including a very interesting Orange County spinoff.

    We also introduce a new reality show you’re about to be obsessed with: Love Overboard—think yachts, power couples, and literal walk-the-plank eliminations.

    To match the Malta setting, we bake simple but luxurious Maltese almond cookies—gluten-free, dairy-free, and dangerously easy.

    Follow along @KneadForReality on Instagram for recipes, recaps, and more chaos.

    ]]>    f6dcd91f-fb34-43ad-8d70-b697641a08e3Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:03:03 GMT<p>This week on <i>Knead for Reality</i>, we’re catching you up on everything—from real-life chaos to reality TV chaos. Clara recaps her latest dates (because she's our Bachelorette), while Amber fills us in on peak DC spring vibes, cherry blossoms, and her honest thoughts on <i>Project Hail Mary</i>.</p><p></p><p>Then we dive headfirst into the ever-escalating <i>Secret Lives of Mormon Wives</i> drama—Jessi Draper’s explosive divorce details, restraining order headlines, and the latest on Taylor Frankie Paul’s ongoing legal issues that have reportedly paused Season 5 filming. Plus, we break down what this means for the future of the franchise… including a very interesting Orange County spinoff.</p><p></p><p>We also introduce a new reality show you’re about to be obsessed with: <i>Love Overboard</i>—think yachts, power couples, and literal walk-the-plank eliminations.</p><p></p><p>To match the Malta setting, we bake simple but luxurious Maltese almond cookies—gluten-free, dairy-free, and dangerously easy.</p><p></p><p>Follow along @KneadForReality on Instagram for recipes, recaps, and more chaos.</p>no01:12:4212Episode 2: SLOMW, Love Overboard & Malta Cookiesfull    <![CDATA[Episode 1: Welcome to Knead for Reality]]>Welcome to the very first episode of Knead for Reality!

    We’re Amber & Clara—best friends who met at WVU but became inseparable over Monday night dinners, The Bachelorette, and way too many strong opinions. So naturally… we started a podcast.

    In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into:

    • The chaos surrounding Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (Taylor Frankie Paul… we need to talk)
    • The shocking cancellation of The Bachelorette Season 22
    • New reality TV we’re already obsessed with (Love Overboard, RHORI, The Valley)
    • And of course we share a recipe for a timeless golden cake with chocolate icing to bring to your next watch party

    Think of this as your weekly dose of reality TV drama + something sweet to go with it.

    Follow along @KneadForReality for recipes, recaps, and a little bit of chaos 💋

    Credits: Intro / Outro Music: Special Vibe - Yarin Primak

    ]]>    7522baef-5d95-435f-a15c-bcac54b03c84Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:22:12 GMT<p>Welcome to the very first episode of <i>Knead for Reality</i>!</p><p>We’re Amber &amp; Clara—best friends who met at WVU but became inseparable over Monday night dinners, <i>The Bachelorette</i>, and way too many strong opinions. So naturally… we started a podcast.</p><p>In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into:</p><ul><li>The chaos surrounding <i>Secret Lives of Mormon Wives</i> (Taylor Frankie Paul… we need to talk)</li><li>The shocking cancellation of <i>The Bachelorette</i> Season 22</li><li>New reality TV we’re already obsessed with (<i>Love Overboard</i>, <i>RHORI</i>, <i>The Valley</i>)</li><li>And of course we share a recipe for a timeless golden cake with chocolate icing to bring to your next watch party</li></ul><p>Think of this as your weekly dose of reality TV drama + something sweet to go with it.</p><p></p><p>Follow along @KneadForReality for recipes, recaps, and a little bit of chaos 💋</p><p></p><p>Credits: Intro / Outro Music: Special Vibe - Yarin Primak </p>no00:51:1511Episode 1: Welcome to Knead for Realityfull