Bachelor Party

Juliet and Jacoby celebrate Nany’s amazing performance on this week’s episode of ‘The Challenge’ (2:44) before asking four big questions about the episode (9:58). Then, they rank ‘Vanderpump Rules’ cast members by how much they’d like them at their pool party (29:23) and try to figure out what’s going on with Jax (41:33). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Jacoby break down what was maybe the best ‘Vanderpump Rules’ episode of the season so far, including Scheana’s music video in Palm Springs (1:05) and Jax’s special performance (12:15). Then, they play a game of “Right or Wrong” to break down this week’s episode of ‘The Challenge’ (28:10). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Listen To Your Heart’ continues to be a delightful distraction from quarantine, and today Juliet is joined by former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay, who made a guest appearance on tonight's episode. Rachel talks about her experience from the set, her read on the chemistry between the couples, and Julia’s strange earmuffs fiasco (1:30) before getting into Peter and Kelley officially announcing their relationship on Instagram and more (26:50). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In celebration of making it to the final two of The Ringer’s Best Reality TV Character Bracket, ‘Challenge’ legend Johnny Bananas joins the show to talk about some of his favorite moments from the show, his best friends from ‘The Challenge’ world, and more. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Johnny Bananas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen Bear and Kailah Casillas from ‘The Challenge’ were seen making out in the bunker bathroom despite the fact that she had a boyfriend at home at the time of filming. We discuss this, Jenna and Zach’s relationship, and the elimination from tonight's episode (7:15) before we review the latest episode of 'Vanderpump Rules,' including Beau’s proposal, Stassi’s ring, and more (35:40). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Amelia to talk about some of the upsets from Day 2 of The Ringer’s Best Reality TV Character Bracket, including Johnny Bananas beating Tyler Cameron, and Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino beating Heidi Pratt (1:05). Then Juliet gets on the line with Wes Bergmann of ‘The Challenge’ to talk about his long career on the show (14:14) and who he thinks are the best ‘Challenge’ athletes of all time (40:18). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Amelia Wedemeyer and Wes Bergmann Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To kick off the Ringer’s best reality TV character bracket, Juliet talks about some of her all-time favorite reality TV characters from shows like ‘Real World,’ ‘Jersey Shore,’ and ‘Real Housewives’ (1:06). Then, her and Andrew break down Episode 3 of ‘Listen to Your Heart,’ a show that gets better with more producer intervention (23:09). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Andrew Gruttadaro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on ‘Vanderpump Rules,’ Tom lost his marriage certificate, officially proving he’s the worst husband ever (1:05). And why did Scheana try to get Dayna a medium for her birthday (9:51)? Then Juliet gives some backstory to Jay and Johnny Bananas’s relationship on ‘The Challenge’ (27:17) and talks about the very strange challenge on this week’s episode (32:03). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Lauren Zima to chat about all of the quarantine couples in Bachelor nation, including Victoria F. and former Bachelor Chris Soules (9:00), before getting into the bizarre news of Reality Steve getting catfished about the Jenna Cooper and Jordan Kimball cheating scandal from years back (16:00). Finally, we break down the second episode of 'The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart’ and why this show works (19:50). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Zima Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week’s episode of ‘Vanderpump Rules’ brought us round two of Katie and Schwartz getting married (6:43) and a heat-check performance from Lisa’s husband Ken (25:59). Plus, breaking down this week’s episode of ‘The Challenge: Total Madness’ (41:32) and a theory from Juliet on who wins this season (56:53). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Bachelor’s newest spinoff ‘Listen to Your Heart’ is here, along with several wannabe country stars from Nashville and many ‘A Star Is Born’ references. To break down the first episode, we award superlatives including Most Talented (1:38), Most Likely to Be Friends With Jed Wyatt (27:56), and Couple Most Likely to Succeed (50:02). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rodger Sherman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet gets on the line with David Jacoby to talk about this week’s ‘Vanderpump Rules,’ including Katie and Schwartz’s fight (1:21) and Dayna’s new showmance with Brett (13:02). Then they talk about everything that happened this week on ‘The Challenge: Total Madness’ (21:18). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Chris Ryan to chat about why ‘Top Chef’ stands above all other reality TV shows, their favorite contestants, and the show's normalizing of high-quality cuisine (0:45). Then we check in on this season of ‘Survivor,’ and finally discuss Juliet’s return to the ‘Real Housewives of New York City’ (24:15). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Chris Ryan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by David Jacoby to talk about why it’s such a great moment for reality TV (1:17), the season premiere of ‘The Challenge: Total Madness’ (11:56), and the latest episode of ‘Vanderpump Rules’ (30:16). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay calls in to chat with Juliet about Peter and Kelley getting spotted together in Chicago (5:20), Joe Exotic and the wild ride that is ‘Tiger King’ (11:00), and how 'Vanderpump Rules' has changed (30:20). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet gets on the line with former Bachelor Ben Higgins to talk about what he learned from hosting 'The Bachelor Live on Stage' (2:47) and how he's occupying himself while social distancing (18:05). Then, Juliet is joined by Mallory Rubin to break down the first episode of 'Top Chef: All-Stars L.A.' (27:39). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Ben Higgins and Mallory Rubin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We chat about what reality TV we’re watching in the stay-at-home era, including which seasons of ‘The Bachelor’ to rewatch. Then we discuss 'Love Is Blind,' 90 Day Fiancé,' 'Married at First Sight,' and other dating shows to binge (0:50) before getting to a Bachelor news roundup on Madison and Connor, Tyler C. and the Quarantine Crew, and Bachelor Nation on TikTok (27:40). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Zima Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rachel Lindsay gives her thoughts on Peter's season finale, which she attended (6:56), and how she felt about doing an anti-bullying segment during the finale (16:05). Then, Kevin Clark joins the show to talk about Juliet's new reality TV obsession, 'Formula 1: Drive to Survive' (33:20). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Rachel Lindsay and Kevin Clark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We speak to ABC executive Rob Mills on ABC’s decision to suspend filming of ‘The Bachelorette’ and what that means for ‘Bachelor Summer Games,’ ‘Bachelor in Paradise,’ and more (1:00). Then we chat about how Bachelor Nation refuses to self-quarantine, Hannah B. and Tyler C. quarantining together, Madison hanging out with Selena Gomez, and more. Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Amelia Wedemeyer and Rob Mills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a day to process, Juliet and Nick litigate Barb vs. Madison, speculate (irresponsibly) on rumors, and get excited about Matt James on Clare's season. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nick Viall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Kristina Schulman to break down the dramatic part 2 of the two night ‘Bachelor’ season finale. We obviously lead the show with the live showdown between Barb and Madison (1:15), before getting into Peter and Hannah Ann’s engagement breakup, Hannah Ann’s takedown of Peter on live television, predict Peter and Madison’s future, and answer listener questions! (22:00) Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Kristina Schulman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman is joined by Mallory Rubin to break down Part 1 of the two-night ‘Bachelor’ season finale. They talk about the star appearance from Peter’s family (1:51), whether Peter and Madison are really done (17:09), and where “bring her home” ranks in iconic 'Bachelor' moments (45:23) before making some predictions for night two (49:43). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mallory Rubin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Amelia Wedemeyer to break down some theories about the 'Bachelor’ finale (1:29) and talk about the "Women Tell All" (11:32). Then, she and David Jacoby talk about this week’s ‘Vanderpump Rules’ episode, including Jax reinviting Sandoval to his wedding (16:29) and James and Raquel’s fight (49:41). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Amelia Wedemeyer and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a tepid response to getting a fantasy suite rose, Madison has Peter eating out of the palm of her hand. Then we discuss Victoria's cold send-off and subsequent redemption narrative, our usual ambivalence about the "Women Tell All" episode, as well as Rachel Lindsay’s anti-harassment statements at the end of the show (1:15). Finally, we chat about the announcement of Clare Crawley as the Bachelorette (27:20). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Alyssa Bereznek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Love Is Blind’, a three-week Netflix event, has swept the nation, or maybe just us. Either way, Juliet is joined by Liz Kelly to break down the compelling ride of Season 1 (0:50). Then, David Jacoby joins the show to talk S8E8 of ‘Vanderpump Rules,’ including Randall Emmett’s arrival on the show (!!), Jax and Sandoval’s feud, Brett and Charli’s “date,” and more (18:50). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just because they didn’t capture Peter’s heart doesn’t mean they’re done in the Bachelorverse. Juliet is joined by Mallory Rubin and Bill Simmons to do a ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ fantasy draft. Using a snake format, they each choose five girls from Peter’s season who they think will shine in Mexico this summer. Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Bill Simmons and Mallory Rubin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by ESPN’s Mina Kimes to discuss each of Peter’s three fantasy suite dates, including Madison’s “ultimatum” (2:50), who Peter’s mom is pleading “Bring her home!” about, the order of the dates, Victoria F’s remarkable ability to manipulate Peter (30:15), and whether or not Hannah Ann and Peter could actually work. (47:50) Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mina Kimes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman gets into a few Bachelor news stories from this week, including Dean and Caelynn’s supposed nuptials, Chris and Krystal’s “conscious separation,” and Pilot Pete’s ex Merissa Pence, who made a cameo in this week's episode (1:15). Then, Juliet and David Jacoby break down S8E7 of ‘Vanderpump Rules,’ including Lance Bass the pastor, Brittany the bridezilla, Stassi and Chef Beau-Yardee, and more (9:25). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Craig Horlbeck and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Believe it or not, it’s already time for Peter’s hometown dates. Juliet is first joined by Rodger Sherman to talk about Madison’s date at Auburn University (2:22) and Victoria F. finally apologizing for her involvement in a White Lives Matter modeling shoot (18:23). Then, Juliet sits down with the SVP of alternative programming at ABC, Rob Mills, to talk about Victoria F.’s mess of a hometown date (29:20) and audience reactions to the season so far (1:10:48). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Rodger Sherman and Rob Mills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman and David Jacoby discuss the return of DJ James Kennedy to Tom Tom, the fallout of "I'm sorry fofty," why they like Dayna, and much more from the annual Pride episode of 'Vanderpump Rules.' Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by the minds behind the 'Bachelor Party' Twitter account, Amelia Wedemeyer and Dylan Berkey, to investigate some cases of potential “frankenbiting” on the last episode (1:59), make some picks for the next Bachelorette (8:03), and discuss their favorite memes from this season (13:20). And don’t worry, fans of ‘Vanderpump Rules,’ Juliet and Jacoby will be breaking down this week’s episode on Thursday! Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Amelia Wedemeyer and Dylan Berkey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We travel to Lima, Peru, for three underwhelming dates, highlighted by a three-on-one in which Kelley is sent home and Victoria F. moves on despite accusing Peter of being in a mood (1:30). We talk about Peter’s constant need for validation, Victoria F.’s manipulation, Hannah Ann’s handwritten letter (14:30), Kelsey's journey throughout the season, Peter’s ‘Ghost’ parody commercial, and more (32:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mallory Rubin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘The Bachelor’ is back for a second episode this week and so are we. We talk about Victoria P. getting sent home (1:58), Mykenna and Tammy’s two-on-one that wasn’t actually a two-on-one (11:42), the continued controversy around Victoria F. (20:23), and how Hannah Ann might actually be our new favorite contestant (30:45). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After yet another mishandling of the Alayah situation, we have officially declared Peter a bad Bachelor. After saying goodbye to Alayah once and for all, we dive into Kelsey's fighting with virtually everyone on the show, and Tammy's shaming Kelsey and anointing herself as lead gossip (1:55). Then we investigate Peter’s mysterious head injury, Kelley’s one-on-one, Sydney’s one-on-one, and Peter at the Super Bowl (24:05). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Andrew Gruttadaro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet has a few more thoughts on this week’s episode of ‘The Bachelor’ (1:05) before she gets on the line with David Jacoby to talk about ‘Vanderpump Rules’ S8E4. They talk about Jax and Brittany’s joint bachelor party in Miami (8:29), Tom Sandoval’s continuing commitment to dressing up in costume (24:03), and how sober Lala continues to dominate the show (55:21). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter and his girls head to Cleveland and the girls are … less than excited about the city (1:36). Victoria F’s one-on-one in an empty amusement park went haywire when it turned out that the C-list country star they hired to perform was her ex-boyfriend (13:49). Alayah is back and she brought along some more drama with her (33:08), and Kelsey is actually super chill (47:16)? Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Zima Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Season 8, Episode 3, Sandoval rage-texts Stassi after she doesn’t directly tell him that she’ll be having her book party at TomTom (1:03) and in the middle of that feud Sandoval somehow gets bitten by a black widow spider (17:21). Scheana is still fighting with Dayna over Max even though Max continues to claim that he and Scheana were never dating (25:59), and though we didn't get any Lala in this episode, we did get to see her at the SAG Awards, sitting right next to Meryl Streep (45:23). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay to break down Episode 3 of ‘The Bachelor.’ They wrap up Kelsey and Hannah Ann’s feud (1:37), break down what happened between Sydney and Alayah (22:01), and explain why this is the first episode that Peter has truly felt like the Bachelor (40:10). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re not done talking about ‘The Bachelor’ yet! Amelia Wedemeyer joins the show to talk about Champagnegate reactions (1:08), and Juliet already has a pick for who should be the next Bachelorette (7:34). Then David Jacoby gets on the line to recap ‘Vanderpump Rules’ S8E2 (15:49). They talk about Dayna, Max, and Scheana’s love triangle (30:08) and try to figure out the best place and use for Jax’s wedding present from Brittany (56:57). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Amelia Wedemeyer and David Jacoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter and Hannah B’s relationship may or may not be over. Former Bachelor Nick Viall joins the show to share his thoughts on their dramatic conversation, including the influence of producers and the possibility of selective editing (9:00). Then we break down the first fight of the season, featuring Hannah Ann and Kelsey over the knowledge of a special champagne bottle’s placement (35:40). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nick Viall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The dream team is reunited as Juliet and David Jacoby break down the Season 8 premiere of ‘Vanderpump Rules.’ They talk about Katie and Tom Schwartz’s “house chilling” party (1:14), try to understand why everyone is so upset with Kristen (18:52), and give some initial thoughts about the three new cast members (48:23). Then, Juliet sits down with Peter Weber to talk about his first night as the Bachelor (60:55). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: David Jacoby and Peter Weber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'The Bachelor' is back with what might be the most dramatic season opener ever. We break down Peter’s performance as a lead, Hannah B’s shockingly juicy return, and Peter and Hannah’s future potential (2:45). Then we take a quick break to uncover the recent million-dollar fantasy football scandal involving Jade Roper and Tanner Tolbert before breaking down Peter’s girls (34:35). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Alyssa Bereznek and Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the final installment of our countdown, Juliet is joined once more by Chris Harrison to unveil her choices for the top five most dramatic seasons in ‘Bachelor’ history. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Chris Harrison Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the next installment of our countdown, Juliet is joined by the host of ‘The Bachelor’ Chris Harrison to reveal her choices for nos. 10 through six. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Chris Harrison Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the next installment of our countdown, Juliet is joined by ESPN's Mina Kimes to reveal her choices for nos. 20 through 11 (1:00). Along the way they talk about the 'Bachelor' subreddit (17:34) and what makes a good villain (42:01). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mina Kimes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The bios for Peter's women were released this week, which means 'Bachelor' season is officially in full swing. Juliet is joined by 'Bachelor' recapper Rodger Sherman to talk about some of their favorite contestants (1:32), discuss why having a boring bio means you will probably go far (21:01), and share some way-too-early predictions for the season (58:32). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rodger Sherman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet continues her countdown of the most dramatic seasons ever with guest Amy Kaufman. Amy, author of ‘Bachelor Nation,’ talks about her relationship to the franchise (1:11). Then, Juliet reveals her nos. 30 - 21, explaining her choices as she goes (4:58). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amy Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Bachelorette Becca Kufrin joins the show to talk about what it was like rewatching her breakup with Arie (8:09), entering the public sphere after the show (19:57), and what we can expect from the 'The Bachelor: Live on Stage' (26:11). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Becca Kufrin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman kicks off the countdown of the most dramatic seasons ever (ranking all 38 of them!) with guest Rob Mills. They discuss a history of the franchise, how it's evolved, and what's remained the same since Alex Michel and Trista Rehn (1:05). Then, Juliet reveals nos. 38-31, explaining the choices as they go (15:00). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rob Mills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ahead of Peter’s season premiering in January, we open up the mailbag to answer questions like what the long-term future of the show will be (7:27), which 'Bachelor' couple we wish had worked out (17:06), and who has had the most successful post-'Bachelor' career (21:58). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices