Watch What Happens: Live

What What Happens Live is delightful! Inspired by Andy Cohen's experiences in the green room as a producer at CBS, and with a set inspired by his own home den, this show is unlike any other late night talk show. WWHL is fun, spontaneous, and engaging. The eclectic pairings ensure that you see guests in a brand new light. For example, one episode pairs John Mayer with Dan Rather. You would expect these guys to be like oil and water, but the show was the most endearing appearance I've seen from either guest, and the unexpected chemistry was thoroughly entertaining.

Watching new guests Plead the Fifth, a game where they are asked three difficult questions and can abstain from answering only one, never gets old. Seeing Scott Baio reluctantly participate in a game called "Andy Loves Crotchy" (and then enjoying the ensuing twitter fallout with Baio's angry wife after the photo of a formal girlfriend was included) is pure gold. Some guests, like Baio, do not embrace the vibe of the show and these episodes are fun in an "I cannot look away from this tension" way. When you have guests embracing the show, like when Jenny McCarthy let Donnie Wahlberg draw a mustache on her face in permanent marker, it's a real riot. Expect the unexpected.

A previous reviewer, sylviastel@aol.com, referred to Andy as a misogynist, and this label could not be further from the truth. Bravo has been built on the Real Housewives franchises (grabbing the baton from the Queer Eye success, running with it, and never stopping for a breath). If you are familiar with the Real Housewives, you know these shows to be real life soap operas. The divas allegedly exploited by Andy Cohen love the spotlight and use it as a platform to further their own personal endeavors. Andy asks proactive questions at reunion shows and on the set of WWHL, never to hurt, always to peel back the layers and dig deeper into what we have seen. Be skeptical if you cannot help it, but Andy's career in journalism is the key to what makes him an amazing host, interviewer, and behind the scenes producer. It's also important to note that Andy is in Bravo's EVP, Original Programming and Development.

The show is very interactive. Andy takes live calls for questions from viewers, asks questions tweeted to the show, and conducts online live polls. When done watching WWHL on your TV, be sure to watch the WWHL After Show at bravotv.com for more must-see moments.

Admittedly, this show is even better if you watch Bravo regularly because the guests are often "Bravolebrities," but it's not absolutely necessary. Some nights you may not like the guests, so watch a few episodes before forming to your final opinion. If you give WWHL a chance, you'll love it. Walk away after just one episode and you're right up there with tonight's jackhole.

Watch What Happens Live is late night by Bravo, and it's a truly unique experience.

Let's face it, Andy Cohen, should not be on television. He is the antithesis of good television. He promotes bad behavior, bullying, and terrorizing his reality show guest stars. Andy Cohen is an indirect bully who allows to promote his misogynistic agenda in the Real Housewives series. His guests often play up to him because he's the unmistakable king of Bravo network at the moment. I find his behavior and reactions as offensive and disturbing at times. There is no sense of remorse, compassion, or sensitivity to his guests on screen or off screen. So why watch this train wreck after a reality show to get a response from it's participants. I can't stand Andy Cohen and I won't watch his show. He's not open-minded at all and has no compassion for his actions or for allowing misbehavior on television especially the housewives. He loves them but yet he exploits them for profit and entertainment. There is something sick about watching him get pleasure from others fighting or acting bad on screen. Still, this show should be canceled.

Absolutely love watch what happens to us Andy is amazing I want to thank him for all the awesome programs he's coming up with and all the amazing interviews he's done on house wives reunions etc.

I used to love this show, but Andy went so far left it makes me vomit. Worse than that, he gave up his dog after his son was born, so not only is Andy Cohen a liberal, he's an awful dog owner.

Be real - Watch What Happens Live is a late-night gem that carved out its own lane. It's unpredictable, campy, rapid-fire, and has the kind of "we're just gossiping in the back of a dive bar" vibe that makes it so easy to binge. Andy Cohen has built a mini-universe here - the clubhouse is part Bravo confessional booth, part chaos engine.

This is the show where the gloves come off, secrets slip out, and the drinks flow hard.

What Works: The Format: It's quick, unfiltered, and feels like an afterparty with all the drama stars you love (and love to hate). Between the games, polls, shade-throwing, and unplanned moments, it delivers a kind of Bravo therapy session that fans crave.

When Vanderpump Rules or The Valley Cast Shows Up: THIS is when it's at its best. The energy spikes, the tension is real, and sometimes the cast members say way more than they should. Whether it's Lala being Lala, or Jax just existing as a walking headline, those episodes feel electric.

The Bravo Superfan Factor: If you follow Bravo shows, this is basically your weekly fix of bonus content. Backstage tea. Unseen drama. Reunion-style tension. That's the secret sauce.

But Let's Talk Real: Andy's Favoritism: Yup. It's noticeable. Whether it's glossing over some cast members' mess while grilling others to death, or treating certain guests like royalty while others get shade and side-eye, it can rub people the wrong way. It's not always fair - and fans see it. The bias isn't subtle. That doesn't ruin the show, but it does take you out of it sometimes.

Surface-Level Stuff: There are moments where it feels like it could go deeper, but doesn't. A juicy question gets asked, then swept under the rug. A moment of tension pops up, then quickly gets laughed away. It's fun - but sometimes you wish they'd lean into the real mess just a bit more.

Bottom Line:

Even with its flaws, Watch What Happens Live is still a great time. It's messy, it's lively, and it's uniquely Bravo. Andy's charm is undeniable - even when he plays favorites - and the show remains a cornerstone for fans who want a little more behind-the-scenes tea.

If you love Bravo, you're probably already watching.

If you don't? Start with a Vanderpump or The Valley episode.

They always deliver.