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The reality TV duo talkWelcome toCrappie Lake, theRHONYreboot, and the appeal of low-stakes drama.

Together, they emit the endearing chaotic energy fans have come to expect from the reality TV duo.

But the pairs visit was not without its challenges.

‘Welcome to Crappie Lake’ stars Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan.

I never leave the house without a bunch of panties in my bag.

You know, just in case, Morgan says.

With that intense Illinois heat during filming, I was up to panty number three by 11 a.m. We’re entertainers, de Lesseps says of their undeniable onscreen chemistry.

People need that right now.

Luann:Audiences just need a good laugh sometimes rather than intense drama all the time.

Even onHousewives, some of the best moments came from the silliest drama.

Sonja:Likewhen we put the vibrator in the chicken, and Ramona got mad at us.

[I would like to go] somewhere colder, like Alaska.

Sonja:I wouldnt mind Minnesota, but I like the idea of Texas.

Luann looks so good in a cowboy hat with her checkered Western shirt and cut-off shorts.

Theres just no way.

Luann:They definitely picked the rightRHONYgirls for this show.

People love us together fans are even comparing us to Laverne and Shirley.

Luann:Ramona Singer!

Shed be a nightmare asking people to carry her bags and complaining about the closet space.

Sonja:Ramona wouldturn around and get back on the plane.

Sonja:I loved when Luann fell in the bushes in Mexico in Season 9.

That entire trip was hilarious.

One day I woke up in somebody elses bathing suit wondering why it was so small.

Luann:That trip was a highlight for me, too.

I remember grabbing the margarita pitcher away from Sonja.

Luann:I was pleasantly surprised.

Theyre all beautiful and seem like theyre having fun.

No crazy fights… yet [Laughs].

Sonja:I didn’t get a chance to see it yet.

Sonja:Just keep it real.

That’s the best advice because you cannot fool the viewers.

They know when you’re not real friends.

They know when you’re bullsh*tters.

Theres actually a science to it.

But also grow together, like a family.

Luann:Tinsley Mortimer and Aviva Drescher could be good.

I think fans would want to see more of those OGs.

Sonja:Tinsley and Aviva would be great, and maybeJules Wainstein.

Luann:We could leave Carole Radziwill and Bethenny Frankel at home.

All they do is talk negatively aboutHousewives.

They dont respect the hand that feeds them.

Sonja:Thatsexactlyhow I feel.

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.