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BH Producer Dave Rupel discusses the most unpredictable moments of this week's episode and why he saw the fight coming.

Oct 11, 2011

I've seen several comments out there that our show is scripted, which as the person who knows our show inside and out -- it kind of cracks me up. Because simply put, it isn't. I'm a pretty good writer, but in my wildest dreams, I would never have imagined the following things:

  • Kim calling Dana "Pam" and after being corrected, shooting back, "Well, you look like a Pam." Funny stuff. Because that's the quirky way Kim's mind works.
  • Adrienne canceling at the last minute. Adrienne has always described herself to be very competitive, so we were eager to see her in a competitive situation. However, this was the time frame where Adrienne and her family were in intense negotiations with the NBA about possibly moving the team, so Adrienne really did miss this event with a legitimate excuse.
  • Brandi thinking Winston Churchill was a great black leader. I felt for Brandi in that moment. We've all made silly mistakes in our lives, but most people don't have them broadcast on national television. To her credit, in Brandi's blog, she owned up to the mistake. What more could a person do?
  • Kyle tasting Kim's coffee, knowing what that implies. In Kyle's defense, I've seen her in agony over worrying about her sister.
  • Kim hiding Brandi's crutches. You could've picked my jaw up off the ground from shock when I watched that happen.

Now, as for the argument, that didn't surprise me. With Kyle and Kim not welcoming Brandi as part of their team and Brandi questioning what was up with Kim's repeated trips to the bathroom, a clash seemed imminent.

Until next week, please send your questions and comments my way. And please let me know –- what was your water cooler moment for this week’s episode?

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Brandi seems to have a chip on her shoulder. She's a beautiful lady but her behavior takes the beauty away.... Seems she is waiting for a fight -- so I won't be surprised by what comes our way this season... Hopefully it's her last.

Hi Dave:

Well done show...however, when will we see Blogs from Kim & Camille. I mean weekly, like the rest of the HW series. Come on, viewers want to hear their take each week. Like them both.

East Coast Viewer

Hi there, i must say this episode was a complete disappointment...... in many ways..... Firstly, the game night should have been edited to maybe 15 mins only.... there was barely any bling to tell the truth ( i have no idea how Dana got chosen as a cast member given the fact that her house was sooo empty; what does she have to offer as a person? she's pretty boring to me). there was a couple of other great shows to watch that same night, i don't want to name them, and i regret that i chose this episode of my fav show over them. honestly, it wasn't worth my time.

I felt bad for Brandi, i can't say that I like her though (again, what does she have to offer? not much... pretty looks, but once she opens her mouth...... anyways, get a new casting director, because by the looks of it it's turning into a cheap show

what can i say about Kyle.... i really like her. She's witty and classy, but not on the last episode

all in all, it was not an entertaining episode to watch. as someone mentioned in blog comments, Kyle is turning into Teresa G. :-(

All I know is I'm LOVING Brandi!!!!

you said you were going to answer questions from last week and from other places in the "blogosphere" but havent answered a single one!

It was suprising to see Kyle's reaction towards Brandi. Since last season, I've been a Kyle fan from the beginning. If she's gonna turn out anything like Teresa has in New Jersey, I'd say this will be a pretty interesting episode.

Please get rid of Kyle. She is Teresa G, and Jill Zarin all in one!

Dear Dave, It seems that in every episode the women are drinking wine or other spirits. I have noticed that some of them become MEAN DRUNKS such as Kyle, Taylor and Kim. Do you think that its a good idea to have them in an ALTERED STATE OF MIND ?

First of all, I have noticed that none of my comments are ever posted! Secondly, I could not be a bigger RHWBH fan and I loved the women last season. I was so offended by ALL of the women at the Game Night Party...except Brandi. Kyle and Kim were absolutely appalling, as in hard to watch vs. good television. We all had a brief insight as to how very different/better these Beverly Hills women are than "us". Dana was ridiculous in her attempt to 'be accepted' and forgot her responsibility as a hostess to make sure all of the guest felt comfortable in her home. Camille and Taylor were too busy worrying about their images and their relationships with Richards sisters to see right from wrong. Kyle and Kim, the worst possible comment I can make to you is I have no respect for either of you! You are both in your 40's (after raising several young women) you STILL feel it is alright to treat someone you don't know well like that. Karma doesn't care how you were raised or where or how many homes were left to you or the crowd you run with or if your niece is famous or if you 'say' you are a good person or if you spin your stories when you retell them to others to make you look better....still doesn't make you look better!! Hey Bravo, we like watching the show because of the lavish lifestyles, bling, homes, etc. Not to watch disturbing mean girl behavior!

I felt for Brandi and who uses that language like Kyle does and how does Kim fit in.Kim was rude to Brandi and really why was she in the bathroom. And for someone not to make a comment. Really? That was rude. i dont know anyone who comes to someones house and spends a long time on many occasions in the bathroom. That is really obnoxious. For Kyle to talk like that is really wrong!!!!!!

Wow , I always skip to the blogs of the cast. I had no idea a producer had blog. Very cool. As a viewer I felt Kyle was on one (on crystal meth) I felt she was doing it with Kim in the bathroom because she kept going in with her and she was all hyped (when she wanted to play the "iQ" game) and I felt she was doing it at the snow trip with Kim AND Tayler. I think it's pretty gross stuff and feel bad that they would get lost in that kind of world. Also } how Kyle took over their moms house. How could you do that to your sister? I'm really not liking Kyle anymore. And now I'm starting to believe camile about last season . Well, I'm in the bay area and this world is just way better than anything down south. Up north I think we are more like Brandi , u see BS u call people out on it ASAP . Well , I look forward to reading more if your blogs:) Love, goddessKrystle from san Mateo ca ~smooches~

These people just show that they suffer from the same malady that most of humanity suffers from and that is insecurity. They are insecure millionaires. There will always be someone richer, prettier, smarter, from a better family and once we realize how all of us are as important as those aforementioned folks, we would not have all this drama. We love these shows because they are mirrors. Dana/Pam's behavior was repugnant and then I thought how it also stems from insecurity. All of them are hurting.

Hi Dave, The subject of kim's house came up last night, will the viewers get an understanding as to how Kyle took the house for ONLY $20,000 ?

It is called BULLYING and it doesn't matter if your 40 or 14 it's wrong and should not be considered entertainment! Snide comments, blatant giggling and hiding crutches, what rational grown woman does that - might has well have been a back pack tossed in a garbage bin. The sisters acted like caddy High School girls and Brandi was the one they targeted and taunted, no wonder she snapped.

I have watched many season's of "The Housewives" from coast to coast but Bravo has lost a viewer. There is too much Life Imitating "Art" - suicides, drug use, money hungry, fame seekers ... I will be putting my energy into something more important - like setting a better example for todays youth.

Before the start of this season, given all of the bad press that Brandi Glanville had garnered throughout and since her divorce, I had a preconceived notion of who she was and didn't think that I would like her dynamic on the show. Top that off with the fact that I liked both Kim and Kyle last season. Wow! have I changed my mind! I have raised 4 beautiful and respectful daughters and if I EVER saw any of them behaving in the way that Kyle and Kim were towards Brandi I would be beyond ashamed! All I could see was Brandi trying to keep a stiff upper lip while taking attack after attack from the bully sisters. I do have to say though that I believe that Taylor is onto something. There is something vulnerable, sad and telling about Brandi's self-deprecating manner. I really hope that Adrienne has the tenacity to stick up for her friend...with this group of "ladies" she is going to need it!

The past two episodes are shocking ... truly the train wreck you can't stop watching. Lisa and Adrienne are my all time favorites. Kyle was also fun to watch until the past few episodes. Hoping you guys get Kim out of the mix. It is truly painful and sad to watch Kyle continue to cover up and take up for her sister's rude and irratic behavior. Having Kim on the show only showcases her obvious issues. Throwing Brandi and Dana into the mix is such an interesting clash of true class (Lisa and Adrienne) next to the polar opposite. WOW!!!

I honestly think Kim was the funniest thing ever tonight!! I laughed so hard at the things she said & did because you know that's HER! Between the Pam thing, "cleaning your house," and hiding the crutches, her quirky mind is on full display & I don't think she should make any apologies. It was also nice to see Kyle & Kim laughing at those things together.