On the July 11 episode of the Two Ts in a Pod podcast, co-hosted by Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge, guest Erika Jayne passionately defended Denise Richards following Aaron Phypers’ surprising divorce filing. Jayne voiced strong disapproval toward Phypers, whose legal documents listed July 4 as the couple’s separation date and cited “irreconcilable differences” as the cause.
Both Jayne and Mellencamp, who have had prior tensions with Phypers during their time together on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, did not hold back their criticisms.
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During the discussion, Mellencamp referenced Richards’ earlier statements about marriage from her reality show Denise Richards & Her Wild Things. According to Mellencamp, Richards had firmly expressed she would “never believe in divorce,” reinforcing how unexpected and emotionally significant the split must be for her. This comment served to highlight the personal betrayal Richards may be feeling, deepening the hosts’ frustration with Phypers’ actions.
Erika Jayne Slams Aaron Phypers as Denise Richards Faces Painful Divorce and Support BattleOne of the most contentious points raised was Phypers’ request for spousal support. Jayne was clearly outraged, especially considering Richards is a working mother of three. Mellencamp chimed in, claiming Phypers is demanding “a lot” of money. The podcast hosts framed this request as not only opportunistic but also exploitative, especially given Richards’ responsibility for her children and continued career efforts.
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A major issue raised was Phypers’ alleged refusal to acknowledge Denise’s youngest daughter, Eloise, in the divorce filing. Mellencamp noted that Phypers had previously expressed a desire to adopt Eloise, yet now omits her entirely. Jayne was equally shocked, claiming she believed he had already adopted the child. Their criticism intensified upon discovering that Phypers stated in legal documents that he and Denise had “no children together,” despite Eloise living with them since their 2018 marriage.
The podcast concluded with Mellencamp and Jayne issuing some of their harshest words toward Phypers. They criticized his lack of income after closing his wellness business and questioned his motives for the divorce. Mellencamp labeled him a “douchelord” and said he ranks among the men she despises most. Both women urged him to “leave Denise the f— alone,” expressing unwavering support for Richards as she navigates this challenging chapter.