Venita Aspen reveals she hasn’t spoken to Carl Radke in a week but hints at future plans, including a trip to London. Meanwhile, she remains indifferent about her ex, JT Thomas, who is reportedly living in Bali.
The Current Status of Venita and Carl’s Relationship
Venita Aspen is keeping things casual when it comes to her relationship with Carl Radke. In an exclusive interview with Parade in mid-January, she revealed that they haven’t spoken in about a week, attributing the gap to the busy holiday season and Radke’s focus on his nonalcoholic beverage brand, Soft Bar. However, she hinted that their paths will cross again soon, mentioning plans to travel to London with Radke and their mutual friend, Austen Kroll, later in the month.
Venita’s approach to their relationship is refreshingly pragmatic. She acknowledges Radke’s highly publicized past, including his broken engagement to Lindsay Hubbard, but insists on judging him based on their personal interactions rather than his television persona. “I went in removing anything that I had ever known,” she explained. “You only see a snippet of people on TV. I want to learn who this person is sitting in front of me, not what has been presented on TV.”
How Their Romance Began
The spark between Venita and Carl first ignited at BravoCon in November 2025, where they openly expressed mutual attraction. By December, they had gone on their first official date at Radke’s sober bar in Brooklyn. Venita recounted the evening on the Skinny But Not Fat podcast, describing how their date extended into a five-hour marathon of conversation. “We went to Soft Bar, of course, first, and I got to see that whole experience,” she said. “Then we went to dinner at a Mexican restaurant around the corner and we actually had to be asked to leave because we shut the place down.”
A Neutral Stance on Ex JT Thomas
When asked about her ex, JT Thomas, Venita maintained a remarkably neutral tone. She admitted to hearing updates about him through others, joking that she knows “more about this man than I want to because everyone keeps telling me about what he has going on.” According to her, Thomas is currently “in Bali living his best life.” Despite their past, she extended well wishes, saying, “God bless him. I hope he’s doing well.”
This detached yet polite attitude reflects Venita’s maturity in handling past relationships. Unlike the dramatic narratives often seen in reality TV, she chooses to focus on her present and future rather than dwelling on the past.
What This Means for Southern Charm Fans
Venita’s updates come at a pivotal time for Southern Charm fans. The show, which airs Wednesdays at 9/8c on Bravo, has been a hotbed of romantic entanglements and personal growth stories. Venita’s relationship with Carl Radke adds another layer to the show’s dynamic, especially given Radke’s history with Hubbard and his journey toward sobriety.
Her indifference toward JT Thomas also signals a shift in her personal narrative. By not engaging in drama or bitterness, Venita sets herself apart from the typical reality TV tropes, offering a more grounded and relatable perspective.
Looking Ahead: Travel Plans and Future Projects
The upcoming trip to London with Carl and Austen Kroll suggests that Venita is open to exploring new experiences and strengthening her connections. Whether this trip will deepen her bond with Radke or simply serve as a fun getaway remains to be seen, but fans are undoubtedly eager to see how this chapter unfolds.
As for her career, Venita continues to be a standout on Southern Charm, bringing both charm and authenticity to the screen. Her ability to navigate personal relationships with grace and honesty makes her a fan favorite, and her future on the show looks promising.
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