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Traitors Returns, DWTS w/ Tyler + Sharna, and RHOSLC Premiere

September 22, 2026

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"I Was Ripping Up the Chalk Under the Table"

The conversation opens with Tyler Cameron and Sharna Burgess fresh off their first Dancing with the Stars performance—a tango that landed them third highest score of the night. Tyler describes the week as a "gauntlet" because the massive cast was split into two groups, meaning only seven couples competed on his night. "It could have been anyone that was going home," he says. "You have a very tiny package and a dance for people to fall in love with you." His saving grace: he's a "game day guy." Rehearsals had been rough—"Saturday camera blocking day was a nightmare for me and probably made Sharna have nightmares. Like, do I have a head case on my hands?"—but by showtime everything clicked. "I was like just shot out of a cannon... it felt like the first time I could like dance with Sharna."

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What you'll learn

  • 1 (02:29) **Show Intro and Weekend Chat** - Nick, Natalie, Jimmy, and Susie catch up on their weekends and trade stories about brunch, perfume, and regional slang.
  • 2 (08:06) **Episode Preview and Sydney Sweeney Debate** - The hosts preview the episode's guests (Tyler & Sharna from DWTS, Madeline from Traitors) and then dive into a lengthy discussion about Sydney Sweeney's sports betting ad campaign.
  • 3 (24:31) **Dancing with the Stars: Tyler & Sharna Interview** - Tyler Cameron and Sharna Burgess join to discuss their first dance of the season, their chemistry, and what's ahead.
  • 4 (36:47) **Upcoming Dances and Competition** - Tyler and Sharna preview their next dance, discuss the season's competitors, and Tyler gets emotional about a future dedication night.
  • 5 (46:36) **Sharna's Advice and DWTS Dynamics** - Natalie thanks Sharna for past advice about intrusive thoughts, and the conversation shifts to the bonds between dance partners and the show's evolving audience.
  • 6 (55:47) **Post-Interview DWTS Chat** - The panel reacts to the Tyler & Sharna interview and shares their thoughts on other DWTS couples and contestants.
  • 7 (64:28) **Channing Tatum Burner Account Speculation** - The panel discusses rumors that Channing Tatum might be running a fan account that trolls his ex Zoe Kravitz and other celebrities.

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Show Notes

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! 

From the graceful return of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, the debut of Traitors New Blood, and our continued excitement for DWTS… we have SO much to discuss. You won't want to miss it!

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