Reality Steve Podcast

(SPOILERS) I begin by discussing the latest regarding the allegations against Rachael and ask you listeners what you want to hear. Then Chelsie joins me (7:45) to talk about everything regarding her time on Juan Pablo’s season. How it came to be, her early bungee jumping 1-on-1 date, the crazy travel their season had, how she felt about him as the lead, her short stint on BIP season 2, what she’s been up to since the show, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about what I realized by watching the “Masked Singer” this week. Then Ashley joins me (7:07) to discuss her career in this franchise, starting with the disaster that was “Real Word: Ex-Plosion,” her start on Rivals III, her first win on Invasion of the Champions, and ultimately her $1 million decision on Final Reckoning. Ashley also chimes in on getting eliminated twice on this season of “Double Agents,” how it came about, her struggle in eliminations, and we end with a word association game about how she feels towards her fellow competitors. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Apostrophe – www.Apostrophe.com/STEVE for $15 off your dermatology visit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by giving you the confirmation of who Matt chose, the Clare & Dale circus, Robert Mills comments on the shows lower ratings this season, and Matt’s former roommate’s podcast appearance. Then I begin answering your audio emails (17:13) that center around topics like sources, Queen Victoria, Matt as a lead, Katie, breakups, Taylor Swift, college football, and much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly going over this week’s “Bachelor” episode and look forward to next weeks. Then Ali joins me (3:35) as we discuss her career in comedy, how she got into covering the “Bachelor,” the lack of diversity on the show and if it’s had an effect on her, what she thinks of Matt so far as a lead, is she a WWE fan, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Apostrophe – www.Apostrophe.com/STEVE for $15 off your dermatology visit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) Brett joins me to talk about his new podcast, “Baby Got Bach,” that launched 2 weeks ago, we discuss the @BachDiversity IG account, we discuss my recent interviews with exes, Matt James’ first night as the “Bachelor,” his thoughts on Matt’s prayer night one, and much, much more. Twitter - https://twitter.com/BrettSVergara Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brettsvergara Podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/babygotbachpod Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Apostrophe – www.Apostrophe.com/STEVE for $15 off your dermatology visit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking briefly about the upcoming Bachelor schedule then "Game of Roses" podcast hosts Chad Kultgen and Lizzy Pace join me (4:35) to talk about their podcast this past Tuesday regarding Chad's identity, the "is he leaving the show" rumors surrounding Chris Harrison, Lauren Zima's career arc, ratings for this season, a recap of Clayshia's season, a mini preview of Matt's season, and much, much more. Then Marie Bass, ex-wife of Evan Bass joins me (1:56:43) to talk about the recent separation news of Evan & Carly and her thoughts on what she's seen Evan has been dealing with. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I begin the podcast by discussing the weirdness of this "Bachelorette" season and my final thoughts on it. Then Emily joins me (7:29) to discuss topics on COVID from her first appearance in April, what's changed in the science world since then, misconceptions about COVID, mask wearing, the vaccine, side effects, two shot process, how many need to get it for doctors to feel comfortable, what does the vaccine mean for mask wearing, when can we expect some sense of normalcy and MANY more questions people have regarding the vaccine. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin first by going over what I wrote in Tuesday’s column regarding Tayshia’s spoilers. Scenarios are discussed, so you’ve been warned. Then Suzana from @Bachelordata on Instagram joins me (6:45) to discuss how she got started in all this, the process by which she compiles all her data, how she calculates screen time, how big of a role positive vs negative screen time plays in gaining followers, the IG influencers life, comparing and contrasting Hannah Brown’s final 4 vs Tayshia’s final 4 in terms of IG follows at this exact point in the season, and much, much, more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Magic Spoon – www.MagicSpoon.com/STEVE promo code: STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin first by giving a little background as to how these two interviews came to be. Then Josh joins me first (5:32) to talk about why he decided to come out now and discuss his previous marriage with Tayshia, what narrative he’s not happy with, how he feels about her being on the show, and much, much more. Then Dominique joins (49:15) to discuss her relationship with BB All Star Memphis Garrett while he was living in the BB house this summer, what she received while he was still on the show, when the relationship started going south, her reaction to Memphis & Christmas’ public relationship announcement last week, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Magic Spoon – www.MagicSpoon.com/STEVE promo code: STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by discussing what's happening in the Bachelor franchise, including the MTA and Tayshia's IG story pic. Then Jacqueline joins me (7:06) as we discuss numerous topics like her 1 year anniversary to her boyfriend and how that relationship had to be navigated early on, her "A Little Help For Our Friends" podcast that she recently started, behind the scenes of being a contestant and tricks that production plays thoughts on Tayshia's season, the Bennett vs Noah feud, the Jenna Cooper story, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: United Harvest – www.UnitedHarvest.com promo code: STEVE for 20% off orders $50 or more Munk Pack – www.MunkPack.com promo code: STEVE for 20% off your first purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) Using your audio clips you posted on my website this week, I answer all your questions this week. There are spoilers discussed, I talk about the filming schedule moving forward, who would I see replacing Chris Harrison, the hardest spoiler I ever had to work for, where's Hannah Ann this season, and I respond to Reddit's claims of having no spoilers anymore. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Magic Spoon – www.MagicSpoon.com/STEVE promo code: STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly going over last night’s IG live with Ashley Spivey a couple notes happening in Bachelor world. Then Emma and Claire join me (5:29) to talk about this week’s “Bachelorette” episode, how they’ve viewed the Clare/Tayshia double “Bachelorette” this season, the fan base getting more and more toxic, and how they choose to cover rumors/stories regarding this franchise, including a recent one we’ve recently spoke on about. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: United Harvest – www.UnitedHarvest.com promo code: STEVE for 20% off orders $50 or more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about a couple stories in Toxic Bachelor Nation, including the latest TikTok conspiracy and how you can now book the Bachelor mansion through Air BNB. The Olivia joins me (9:01) to talk about the latest going on in her life including going for her graduate degree, moving back to NY during a pandemic, how her appearance on the GOAT show came about and how nervous she was to do it, then we end with talking about this season of the “Bachelorette.” Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Magic Spoon – www.MagicSpoon.com/STEVE promo code: STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by discussing tonight’s spoilers for episode #4 of the “Bachelorette” and go over yesterday’s spoilers on Tayshia’s finale. Then Tara and Sarah join me (14:08) to discuss their new book, how it came to be, how long it took them to write, their favorite episodes, a high school vs college debate, the challenges they faced if any, why am I paying my niece to watch the show & much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by discussing last night’s IG live with Ashley Spivey that for whatever reason did not save to my IGTV. Then Carly joins me (6:15) to go over her whirlwind “romance” with “Bachelorette” contestant Yosef Aborady that started last month and abruptly ended after a weekend together Oct. 9th-11th in Florida. We talk about how it started, what they talked about, the weekend in Florida, the racy video he sent her that clearly wasn’t meant for her, and what’s happened since. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Lunya – www.Lunya.co promo code: STEVEGIFT for $20 towards your first purchase of $100 Magic Spoon – www.MagicSpoon.com/STEVE promo code: STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly talking about what Ashley and I spoke about last night on our IG live. Then FP joins me (5:46) to talk about broadcasting during a pandemic, what he missed most about this season, why he personally would take Mookie Betts over Mike Trout, break down the Dodgers/Rays World Series, the Kershaw playoff struggles, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Magic Spoon – www.MagicSpoon.com/STEVE promo code: STEVE for free shipping Munk Pack – www.MunkPack.com promo code: STEVE for 20% off your first purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the late breaking news last night of Ashley and JP’s break up. Then Kat joins me (9:04) and we talk about everything from the “Bachelorette” season, to Big Brother, to playing a game of “Answer or Drink” (or whatever we call it), where we talk about sources, Bachelor tea, Reddit, and so much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Munk Pack – www.MunkPack.com promo code: STEVE for 20% off your first purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I start by talking briefly about the season upcoming and getting back to my regular schedule. Then @BachelorClues on IG and Lizzy Pace from the “Game of Roses” podcast join me (8:33) to discuss a lot happening in Bachelor Nation. Clare/Tayshia’s season, Clare’s men, Matt’s season, Matt’s women released this week and who they find most interesting, the Hannah/Tyler video, having 6 straight months of Bachelor programming, how they view the show as a game, & much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I start by briefly going over yesterday's column talking about the spoilers for the "Bachelorette" season, along with a couple notes about Matt James' "Bachelor" season which begins filming next week. Then Justine and Natasha join me (6:01) to talk about how they got started with their podcast, who is into the show more, their thoughts on having Tayshia and Matt as leads of the next two seasons, what other shows they're watching, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Twitter - www.twitter.com/2BlkGirls1RoseInstagram - www.instagram.com/2blackgirls1roseFacebook - www.facebook.com/2blackgirls1rosePatreon - www.patreon.com/2blackgirls1rosePodcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-black-girls-1-rose-a-bachelor-podcast/id1327196317?mt=2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I start by giving brief thoughts on what’s going on with “Bachelorette” and it’s spoilers. Then Tre joins me (5:07) to talk about his stint on “Love Island” including what his intentions were, who he was most attracted to, who he thinks is the biggest actor on the show (probably not who you think), how he sees the rest of the season playing and much more. Also, we address controversial tweets he had 6-7 years ago, then end the conversation talking Ohio St. football, who he played for from 2013-2018. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Empathize – www.Empathize.com/STEVE Hydrant – DrinkHydrant.com/STEVE promo code: STEVE for 25% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I start by giving a brief update and thoughts on the Colton/Cassie situation (go to my column in today’s post for a more detailed breakdown). Then Jason & Molly join me (9:53) to talk about their season, what was going on behind the scenes, how their season put me on the map, dealing with the aftermath of Jason’s decision, the current state of the franchise and how social media plays such a huge role, and we end with a game of trivia where we see if Jason’s answers match up with Molly’s answers to questions I gave her pre-interview. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Empathize – www.Empathize.com/STEVE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking briefly about some Bachelor Nation stories, then Kaci joins me (7:17) to talk about what she’s heard regarding season 3 filming of “Temptation Island,” her friendship that developed with Morgan stemming from her breakup with Evan, the YouTube videos that both of them released about their time with Evan, then Kaci discusses her reasoning for recently starting an OnlyFans account and what the business model looks like. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: ThirdLove – ThirdLove.com/STEVE for 15% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by going over a few things regarding “Bachelorette” filming, then Sarah joins me to talk about the weirdness of this “Bachelorette” season, COVID affecting the stand up comedy circuit, has she gotten new material from COVID, jokes that kill or bomb on stage, and then we end by talking briefly about “Love Island” and “Big Brother.” Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about filming on Tayshia's season, who received her first impression rose, and what the "Bachelorette" schedule should look like. Then I answer your emails covering topics like trolls, Bachelor Nation couples, my relationship with Kat, Uncrustables, Olive Garden, Star Wars movies, chores, favorite meals, and all sorts of other things - most of which are non-Bachelor related. A great group of questions you can also read the answers to in today's column. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly going over some things happening with “Bachelorette” filming. Then Kristen joins me (7:30) to give her take on all the “Bachelorette” news from the past month – Clare/Tayshia, how does she think they’re handling the pandemic, JoJo/Chris Harrison, how will the season hold up ratings wise, etc. We also then talk about DWTS and Big Brother filming during a pandemic, before wrapping up with her thoughts on some upcoming scripted shows she’s had the chance to screen early. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I briefly start out by talking about this past Tuesday’s column which has mini spoilers. Then Colton joins me and we go through his journey with the franchise in chronological order. We start with his time on Becca’s season, then “Bachelor in Paradise” season 5, his season of the “Bachelor, and everything that’s happened with him post-show. Tons of good stories, some tea, and Colton addresses every criticism I had about him over the last couple years. A lot to cover in this interesting, insightful, and at times revealing podcast that goes a little over 2 hrs long. It’s one you don’t want to miss. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: ThirdLove – ThirdLove.com/STEVE for 15% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the latest from "Bachelorette" filming, including hate that Clare is getting along with all the rumors and speculation. Then Kate Stayman-London joins me (18:31) to talk about her book "One To Watch," which is about a reality TV dating show, "Main Squeeze," where they have a plus sized female lead, and all the emotions from not only her during filming, but also the contestants. For the first 30 minutes of the interview, we don't talk spoilers about the book. The last 15 minutes, we discuss all spoilers for those that have read the book. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I start off by going over my tweets from yesterday regarding some goings on in Clare's season. Then Shannon joins me (6:53) to talk about her time on the original season of this franchise, how different it was back then, re-living it during the GOAT episode, what people didn't see from her season, if she had to deal with trolls early on, her life post show including losing her house in Hurricane Harvey and delivering an IVF baby during a pandemic. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Hydrant – DrinkHydrant.com/STEVE promo code: STEVE for 25% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking briefly (one sentence actually) about Nick's reaction to our podcast last week, then begin to discussing the early eliminations on Clare's season. Then Michelle joins me (7:28) to talk about her anxiety leading up to this past Monday's GOAT episode, her "villain" edit during Brad's season, brief discussions about her time on Bach Pad 2 and BIP 1, are wedding bells on the horizon for her and boyfriend Mike Weir, and the tragic accident daughter Brielle suffered back in April. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I begin by giving my thoughts on going on Nick's podcast this past Tuesday, followed by the reaction on Clare's guys that were released yesterday (11:33). Then Jazzy joins me to talk about her 5 seasons working as a casting producer on the Bachelor franchise, the hardships she endured, the lack of diversity not only on the show but behind the scenes, what made her speak out a month ago on Instagram, has it hurt her in the industry, and much more (21:12). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Hydrant – DrinkHydrant.com/STEVE promo code: STEVE for 25% off your first order Third Love – ThirdLove.com/STEVE for 15% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I begin by talking about the latest in Clare's season that I'd tweeted about yesterday, give details on location, update on some guys, and what I'd like not to be asked early on. Then Brett joins me (10:23) to talk about the "Greatest Seasons Ever" of the "Bachelor/ette" on Monday nights, and also about his involvement with the @BachDiversity IG account, which has garnered close to 140,000 signatures since it's launch a month ago. Ads: MagicSpoon – MagicSpoon.com/STEVE using promo code: STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy joins me to talk about Reality Blurred’s 20 year anniversary approaching next week, the diversity problem on the “Bachelor,” does he think it can change, what did the show say when he contacted them, how reality TV exists in a COVID world, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: MagicSpoon – MagicSpoon.com/STEVE using promo code: STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marquel joins me to recap his time on Andi’s season, how his love for cookies started, he remembers Eric Hill, dealing with racism on his season, being part of the first “Bachelor in Paradise” cast, not getting selected as the “Bachelor,” his reasoning why, and we end with a little UFC talk. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I begin by talking about the latest info released this week regarding Clare and Matt’s seasons of filming. Then, ESPN’s Clinton Yates joins me (6:23) to talk about his interest in the “Bachelor” and the naming of Matt James as the “Bachelor.” Also, we discuss the latest issues surrounding the NBA, MLB, and the NFL in regards what’s happening with the starting times for each league. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: MagicSpoon – MagicSpoon.com/STEVE using promo code: STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I begin by talking about how you can purchase KN95 masks, the ratings for “Bachelor: Greatest of All-Time,” Rachel and Becca’s podcast this week, and the Bachdiversity Instagram account that started up this week. Then, Lacey joins me (14:16) to talk about her very brief stay on the “Bachelor,” her relationship with Daniel on BIP 4 & how she felt betrayed, her being very naïve to the whole process, her love for Harry Potter movies, and more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: MagicSpoon – MagicSpoon.com/STEVE using promo code: STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I start out by discussing CampaignZero, and bring attention to their offshoot site that went live yesterday, 8CantWait.org. Then Taylor joins me to talk about Hannah Brown’s apology, the recent protests, rioting, and looting, the work she’s done on her Instagram over the last week, race relations, and more (12:07). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) JoinCampaignZero.org 8CantWait.org PoliceScorecard.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tommy joins me to talk about season 21 last summer, how he got cast, his love for the show, keeping his close relationship with Christie a secret all season, the Gr8ful alliance, Cliff and Nicole deciding to vote him out at 5, and much more. Around the 56:00 mark, Kat Dunn joins in to ask Tommy why he was the mastermind behind her eviction. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I start by talking a little about the Hannah Brown situation and my current thoughts on how things are being handled. Then Stephen joins me to break down season 40 of Survivor: Winners at War. From Tony’s dominance, is there a gender bias on this show, is there too much game play going on, how the fire tokens played out, do we need to do away with Extinction, and much, much more (9:54). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I open by talking about Josh Gad’s YouTube video posted this past Monday (which I embedded in today’s column on my site) that reunited the “Back to the Future” cast. If you’re a fan of this movie, you’ll love this reunion. Then Brad joins me to talk about the origin of his “Back From the Future” book, my love for the franchise, hypotheticals in the franchise, why Brad thinks this is the greatest movie trilogy ever, why the movie still has staying power 35 years later, and we end by talking about WWE wrestling without fans (5:25). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: ThredUp – ThredUp.com/STEVE for 30% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I start out by talking about the latest on Peter and Kelley, “Listen To Your Heart” thoughts, and Clare’s season (5:50). Then Nikki joins me to talk about how she got started in her career, living with her parents during quarantine, being on Kaitlyn’s season for a group date, the Comedy Central Roasts, and much, much more (17:25). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily joins me to talk about her time on Ben Flajnik’s season, how it feels like forever ago, her memories from the season, where it went wrong with Courtney and what she should’ve done differently. Then Emily and I spend the next hour talking about COVID-19, from it’s early threat, myths vs facts, diagnostic testing vs antibody testing, social distancing, effects on sports, what will the new normal be, when does she think we’ll ever get there, vaccines, a second wave hitting in the fall, and much, much more (19:05). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kathryn joins me to talk about her “Big Brother 21” experience including the controversy surrounding a “boyfriend” who sold her out, did anyone know about Christie and Tommy’s pre-show friendship, her rocky relationship with Jackson, different final two scenarios, her recently ended relationship with Nick, what happened between her and Holly, being a Dallas Mavericks dancer, and what she’s up to now. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: ThredUp – ThredUp.com/STEVE for 30% off your first order Aura Frames – AuraFrames.com Promo Code: STEVE for 20% off your purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We jump right into things as I recap the story from Sept of 2018 and address where it’s at now, Jenna talks about her timeline (5:56), Jenna coming to me 2 ½ weeks ago (16:26), what I re-remembered after digging through old emails (24:54), why bring it up now (30:24), is there a definitive answer as to what went on (44:46), who came to me to let me know Jenna wanted to speak with me (52:10), talking about some of the information that has been gathered over the last 18 months (55:46), how the story snowballed (1:03:01), her pregnancy and her life now (1:10:20), and having a peg pig (1:15:24). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Third Love – ThirdLove.com/STEVE for 15% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about Ashley Spivey and I’s Sunday night IG live show & next week’s “unexpected” podcast, I give my thoughts on Peter’s 4 podcast appearances released on Tuesday and one answer I found really interesting (2:47), my EXCLUSIVE in regards to info on “Bachelorette” filming plans (9:34). Then Courtney joins me to talk about her pregnancy, her engagement, Peter’s season, IG influencing, so many Bachelor Nation writing books like she did, how difficult that process was, and much, much more (24:18). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Magic Spoon – MagicSpoon.com/STEVE use the code STEVE for free shipping Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I begin by talking about the IG Live show Ashley Spivey and I are doing on Sunday nights at 8 ET and a little more about Colton's candidness in his book. Then Emily joins me to talk about how she got her start (14:24), the change in how "tabloids" have covered stories over the years (19:57), magazine vs online (22:30), how subjects are breaking their own stories now (24:27), having "exclusives" (32:42), what she took from interviewing Colton for her podcast this week (43:15), and we end by talking about her love for Dawson's Creek (56:20). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: ThredUp – ThredUp.com/STEVE for 30% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I begin by giving some thoughts in Bachelor Nation right now on Colton having the coronavirus, Hannah Brown and Tyler, and Peter and Kelley seen yesterday in Chicago. Then Larry joins me to talk about how he got started writing for the show, having 32 episodes a season, Shannen Doherty’s departure, pitching the episodes to Aaron Spelling, bringing Tiffani Amber Theissen on the show and making it “sexier,” Jamie Walters character (Ray Pruit) getting written off the show due to public outcry, introducing the Peach Pit After Dark and music acts in season 5, my favorite season being season 6 and why, Luke’s last season on the while Larry still worked there, did he know senior year of college would be his last, the reboot “90210” show in 2008, the 6 episode Fox show from last year, and Luke Perry’s death (13:36). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Magic Spoon – MagicSpoon.com/STEVE for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I begin the podcast by talking about a few things in Bachelor Nation including Chris Harrison’s comments about Clare’s men, the negative stories I was already hearing, and would they swap out “Bachelorette” for “Bachelor” if the shut down lasts into September. Then Cortney Hendrix from “Married at First Sight” joins me to talk about her engagement which became public yesterday, when her relationship with Jason ended, why it ended, how she looks at that relationship now, and what she’s done to improve as a person because of it (18:30). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Reality Check - PeopleTV.com/reality-check Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I begin by giving some thoughts on Peter and Madison not doing media, Clare's guys announced yesterday, her filming schedule, the upcoming cancellation of "Summer Games," Hannah Ann confirming what I reported yesterday, and Peter's finale ratings. Then Sharleen joins me to talk about everything we saw in Peter's two-night finale, from the awkward proposal, to the even weirder breakup, Hannah Ann's owning of Peter, the ATFR and the absolute insanity surrounding Barb and what we thought about how she handled the situation (17:46) before we move to talking about Clare's upcoming season of the "Bachelorette" (1:14:56). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Third Love – ThirdLove.com/STEVE for 15% off your first purchase ThredUp – ThredUp.com/STEVE for 30% off your first order Reality Check - PeopleTV.com/reality-check Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(SPOILERS) I lay out how the ending of Peter's season goes down in Australia, what happened on final rose ceremony day, what happened post filming, where he's at today, and what might arise from it. Then I answer your "Reader Emails" (23:02). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky(B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Magic Spoon - MagicSpoon.com/STEVE Promo code: STEVE for free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We start by talking about Ashley's travel schedule in the new year, me now copying her husband Steve's facial cleansing routine (5:03), and training my dog Luka on her ramp (12:34). Then Elisse in Idaho joins us to talk about her infertility issues that have been going on for way too long (15:30). Then Emily in Idaho wants to know what to do about her sister who ran up $40k of credit card debt on their grandmother's cards (52:35). Original theme music provided by Kate Bass and the song is titled “Blink.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices