#742. This week on Off the Vine, Kaitlyn Bristowe welcomes reality TV stars Joe Amabile and Jill Zarin to discuss their new show, "The Goat," on Amazon Prime. They talk about the highs and lows of reality TV, and share personal stories about dealing with public perception and bad edits. Jill opens up about a particularly harsh experience involving a hate site dedicated to her, and how she copes with the pressure of negative public opinion.

The conversation gets real as they talk about the impact of anxiety in today’s society and Joe’s strategies for staying grounded, including limiting his phone use! They also address rumors about being difficult with producers and share their thoughts on the recent high-profile divorce of fellow reality stars Gerry and Teresa. Join Kaitlyn for a fun, candid, and insightful conversation with these three reality TV veterans!

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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• (8:00) - Kaitlyn and Joe explain her season of The Bachelor to Jill.
• (15:32) - Joe and Jill talk about their new show “The Goat”
• (24:08)- Jill talks about dealing with bad edits and public criticism.
• (34:04) - Discussion on anxiety and staying grounded in the digital age.
• (39:11) - Addressing rumors about being difficult with producers.
• (43:59)- Thoughts on Gerry and Teresa's divorce.

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#741. In this heartfelt episode of Off the Vine, Kaitlyn Bristowe sits down with Mike Sorrentino, famously known as "The Situation" from Jersey Shore. Mike opens up about his childhood, his parents' divorce, and the wild behavior that followed. He shares candid stories about his early ambitions, his college nickname "Mikey Abs," and his journey to the spotlight. Mike delves into his struggles with addiction, revealing the financial and personal toll it took on him, and his path to sobriety. From his rock-bottom moment to his incredible comeback, Mike's story is a testament to resilience and the power of surrounding oneself with positive influences. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about redemption, the challenges of reality TV fame, and Mike's ongoing pursuit of his dreams.

You can purchase his new book here: Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation - How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison

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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• (1:43) - Mike talks about his quiet childhood and how his behavior changed in high school.
• (3:43) - Early ambitions and the desire to be in the spotlight.
• (18:50) - The financial and personal toll of addiction; “I spent upwards of $500,000 on opioids”.
• (23:49) - The emotional recount of his rock-bottom moment and feeling spared to tell his story.
• (29:01) - Mike's challenge of staying sober during the reboot of Jersey Shore.

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#740. REPEAT OUR GREATEST HIT EPISODES:

About half the population has one, and yet there is STILL shame? We’re talkin’ vaginas, Vinos! Lo Bosworth joins Kaitlyn in NY to share what she’s learned as the founder of an incredible women’s wellness brand, Love Wellness. From vaginal health to business advice and everything in between. These two talk about destigmatizing discharge, why women’s health is so reactive, and how the brain, gut, and vagina are all in cahoots. (Who knew?) This episode is packed with so many tidbits of knowledge, it’s the education we wish we had in school. Plus, Lo and Kaitlyn get into the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of self-care, and the luxury of having a good night's sleep. Oh, and Lo tries convincing KB to hop on the Sex and the City train – will she do it? Who knows! Cheers to celebrating womanhood and kicking vaginal stigma out the door!

Find more resources at lovewellness.com or @lovewellness on Instagram

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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• (3:52) - Discussion on what every woman should know about their vagina.
• (7:39) - Connection between the gut and the vagina: how gut health impacts vaginal health!
• (28:09) - Reflecting on how being known from Laguna Beach and The Hills influenced personal growth and career perception.
• (37:18) - Playing the game "What Can't Lo Live Without."