What happens when you think you’re auditioning for a dating show... only to find out you’re agreeing to legally marry a stranger? On this episode of D-List Diaries, Nicole and Gina sit down with Cortney Hendrix Sherman, OG bride from Season 1 of Married at First Sight, who shares the truly wild casting process — from meeting fellow bride Jamie Otis in a bathroom to trying to dodge Dr. Pepper’s home visit.

Cortney spills on the moment the casting team dropped the marriage bombshell, how her marriage unraveled, and why the show was way more documentary than drama-driven.

Cortney also opens up about life post-divorce, reflects on how MAFS ultimately led her to the love story she was meant for, and dishes on everything from the ethics of kids on social media to her current favorite conspiracy theory (yes, it’s wild). This one’s part reality TV throwback, part real talk — and totally worth the listen.

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Nicole, Gina, and Kirsten chat with Emily Balch from Married at First Sight Season 17—and let’s just say, no topic is off limits. From her first impressions of Brennan on their wedding day to the emotional unraveling of their relationship, Emily doesn’t hold back. You’ll hear about the highs and lows of her experience, what she learned about herself, and why the path to divorce wasn’t as straightforward as it seemed. Grab a glass (or the whole bottle), because this one’s juicy.

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This week on D-List Diaries, Nicole and Gina reunite with their Married at First Sight Season 16 castmate—and fan favorite—Shaquille Dillon! From walking down the aisle to a total stranger to earning his Ph.D. and launching an AI conference at the HBCU where he works (yes, seriously), Shaq has been busy since the cameras stopped rolling. The trio dives into what made him say “yes” to MAFS in the first place, what it’s really like to get recognized in public, and the unexpected ways the experience shaped who he is today. Plus, Shaq gets candid about life after the show, finding balance, and where things stand with his dating life.
Tune in for laughs, insights, and the inside scoop from three people who lived the wild ride of reality TV and came out stronger (and maybe a little more unbothered) on the other side.

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In this episode of D-List Diaries, Nicole and Gina are joined by The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On Season 2 standout, Roxanne Kaiser. Known for her strong-willed presence and business-savvy attitude on the show, Roxanne opens up about her true experience behind the scenes, including the moments that didn’t make it to Netflix.

She shares what ultimately led her to say yes to marrying Antonio, how their relationship has evolved since filming, and what it's really like being married after a public ultimatum.

Roxanne also takes us inside her entrepreneurial journey, giving us the scoop on her nipple-cover brand Pasted Nips, and her latest venture Proxy—an innovative gummy supplement brand born from her own experiences with panic disorder.

From reality TV to real life, Roxanne proves she's more than just a viral moment—she's building an empire. Tune in for the raw, unfiltered truth, major girl boss energy, and some behind-the-scenes exclusives you won’t hear anywhere else.

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This week on D-List Diaries, Nicole, Gina, and Kirsten sit down with Married at First Sight Season 18’s David Trimble for an honest, heartfelt chat about life after reality TV. David opens up about what it’s actually like marrying a stranger on national TV — from what led him there and the nerves on wedding day to the unexpected challenges off-camera. He also dives into the story behind his notorious lie (some are calling it the worst in reality TV history!) and why coming clean to his family was way scarier than facing the cameras. But don’t worry — there’s a happy ending! David discusses his family’s unwavering support and shares how his relationship with Madison is stronger than ever. Do we hear wedding bells in the future? Drama, love, and major life updates — it’s all here, and you do not want to miss it!

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On this week’s episode of D-List Diaries, Nicole and Kirsten catch up with the radiant and resilient Lindy Elloway from Married at First Sight Season 15 in San Diego. It’s been a wild ride since decision day, and Lindy is giving us the full update on where life has taken her post-reality TV.

She opens up about her new career as a flight attendant, what it's been like to take to the skies, and how the freedom of flying has helped with what she’s most passionate about–traveling the world! Of course, we had to ask: Has she seen Miguel since the divorce?

Lindy also gets candid about the mental health toll of reality TV, the journey to healing, and what she's learned about love, identity, and self-worth.

This conversation is raw, real, and full of heart. Whether you’ve followed her journey from the altar or are just here for the MAFS tea, this is one you won’t want to miss.

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In this special episode of D-List Diaries, Nicole and Chris sit down with the newest fan-favorite couple from Married at First Sight Season 18—Camille and Thomas! As two of the franchise's beloved success stories, Nicole and Chris are officially passing the torch to this dynamic duo from Chicago.

They dive into what life has really been like for Camille and Thomas since the cameras stopped rolling, share some hilarious and heartwarming behind-the-scenes moments, and reflect on how staying open-minded helped them navigate the intense MAFS experiment. Whether you're a diehard MAFS fan or just love a good love story, this episode is packed with candid convos, real relationship insights, and lots of laughs.

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In this stormy episode of D-List Diaries, Nicole, Gina, and Kirsten ride the emotional rollercoaster that is tornado season in Nashville. From real storm anxiety and PTSD to Gina’s terrifying college tornado story, we’re unpacking all the weather-induced trauma. You’ll even get to witness Hank’s various stages of storm panic.

We also lighten things up with a round of what we’re watching lately, and cap it off with some wild dating app tales. Grab a drink (or a stress ball) and settle in—this one’s a whirlwind.

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