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Welcome to The Exclusive with Sharon Tharp, where entertainment meets authentic storytelling. Through exclusive interviews, insider access, and in-depth conversations, Sharon brings audiences closer to the personalities and stories shaping today’s entertainment world. From reality TV favorites to industry leaders, every episode is designed to inform, engage, and inspire.

Who I Am

The Voice Behind The Exclusive

Hi, I’m Sharon Tharp — an entertainment journalist, podcast host, and trusted source for reality TV news, interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories. For years, I’ve been dedicated to bringing audiences closer to the personalities, moments, and conversations shaping today’s entertainment landscape.

Through honest reporting and meaningful conversations, I’ve built a platform where fans can hear directly from the people behind their favorite shows and stories.

Sharon Tharp is an entertainment journalist, podcast host, and digital media executive with more than two decades of experience covering television, pop culture, and entertainment.
 
As the host of The Exclusive, Sharon is known for her in-depth interviews, breaking news coverage, and insider access across some of television’s most passionate fan communities. Her coverage spans franchises including Big Brother, Survivor, The Traitors, Top Chef, The Amazing Race, and other reality competition series, while also featuring conversations with personalities from hit shows such as Summer House, The Valley, Southern Charm, Below Deck, and more.
 
Sharon’s interviews have featured some of reality television’s most recognizable names, as well as producers, hosts, network executives, casting directors, and other industry insiders who help shape the shows audiences love.
 
Throughout her career, Sharon has held leadership roles at major media brands including Us Weekly, Parade, Men’s Journal, In Touch, Life & Style, Closer Weekly, J-14, SURFER, and Powder. Today, she leads editorial strategy and content teams for national media brands while continuing to build one of the most trusted independent platforms covering unscripted television.
 
Through The Exclusive, Sharon delivers thoughtful analysis, exclusive reporting, and long-form conversations that go beyond the headlines, giving audiences unprecedented access to the personalities and stories behind their favorite shows. Her reporting, interviews, and podcast coverage have been featured, cited, and referenced by outlets including People, Us Weekly, TV Insider, The Sun, and Monsters and Critics, among others.
 
Whether she’s interviewing a newly crowned winner, speaking with the producers behind the scenes, or breaking down the latest reality television headline, Sharon’s goal remains the same: to give audiences access to conversations they won’t find anywhere else.

What The Podcast Is

Real Conversations. Real Stories. Straight From The Source.

The Exclusive with Sharon Tharp is a podcast created to give listeners an inside look at the entertainment world through exclusive interviews, expert commentary, and authentic conversations.

Each episode features candid discussions with reality TV stars, industry insiders, and influential voices, offering perspectives you won’t find anywhere else. Whether it’s breaking news, behind-the-scenes insights, or personal journeys, the goal is always the same: deliver stories that inform, entertain, and connect.

My Credibility As A Journalist

Trusted Reporting Built On Experience

Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to interview some of the most recognizable names in reality television and entertainment. My work is built on accuracy, professionalism, and a commitment to telling stories with integrity.

Known for asking thoughtful questions and creating genuine conversations, I’ve earned the trust of both audiences and industry professionals alike. Through exclusive access, in-depth reporting, and consistent coverage, I’ve become a respected voice for fans seeking reliable entertainment news and insider perspectives.

What You Can Expect:

  • Exclusive celebrity and reality TV interviews
  • Breaking entertainment news and analysis
  • Behind-the-scenes insights
  • Honest, engaging conversations
  • Trusted journalism with a fan-first approach

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