The Ben and Ashley I Almost Famous Podcast

It's a Bachelor Nation headline roundup with Ben and Ashley! We have all the details on Colton Underwood's wedding, and we discuss why only ONE member of Bachelor Nation was in attendance. Someone from Ben's past just had her first child! Hear his reaction. And, Ashley addresses the headlines about HER! Get the real story on why she and Jared are waiting before trying for baby #2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley sit down with Sarah Trott from Matt James’ season of The Bachelor for an honest and candid discussion about ALS and the devastating effects of the disease. Sarah opens up about tragically losing her father to ALS and how she built a community for other caregivers to support one another. Plus, Sarah reveals her possible future with The Bachelor franchise and why she left The Bachelor after only 3 weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new member of The Bachelor franchise has entered the chat! Ben and Ashley have all the details on “The Golden Bachelor” and we have an inside look at WHO might be the host!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a Bachelor Nation headlines roundup with Becca Kufrin! Ben and Becca share their honest reactions to Brandon Jones and Serene Russell calling off their engagement, they discuss Nick Viall's age gap relationship, and we find out what might happen on the first reality show that has a cast of ALL villains! Who from Bachelor Nation will make the list??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are a LOT of updates in the world of Becca Kufrin and Ben is ready to hear the whole story! Becca is hanging out and sharing the latest on her relationship with Thomas Jacobs, their growing family, and what's happening with Bachelor Live on Stage!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trista Sutter is going back to The Bachelorette Season 5, and hanging out with winner Ed Swiderski! Ed spills everything about his experience on the show, how things ended up with Bachelorette Jillian Harris, and why he may have done Bachelor Pad for the “wrong reasons”. Plus, find out WHY Ed disappeared from The Bachelorette while filming!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are hanging out with Bekah Martinez from Arie’s season, as she prepares for life as a soon to be mom of 3! Bekah shares her honest experience heading into baby #3, including how she reacted when her fiancé Grayston said he DIDN’T want any more kids! Find out IF and when she plans on getting married, and why she and Grayston can’t sleep in the same bed when they visit her parents!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are breaking down a crop of Bachelor Nation headlines and things get tense when one of the stories is about Ashley! Find out the truth about why she and Jared might be packing up and moving to a new state! We speculate about why Bachelor Live on Stage cancelled some of their shows and Ben shares a behind the scenes look at how the live show is put together. Plus, we get into Peter Weber and Kelley Flanagan’s split and the big news from Becca Kufrin!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a Royal return for our Bachelor OG Bob Guiney when he talks to Erica Rose from Lorenzo Borghese's season. Erica holds nothing back when sharing memories from the Bachelor Italian villa, and we hear the real story of why she wore the famous tiara. Plus, find out why a different reality show completely t changed her parenting style with her daughters!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the off-season, so things are getting a little weird around here! Ben shares a very intimate and embarrassing story from one of his post-Bachelor appearances, and we cannot stop cringing. And, we have a LOT of Bachelor Baby news to break down! Bekah Martinez has another on the way, Arie and Lauren might adopt, and Dean might end up being his own child’s uncle??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Harrison has called out Bachelor creator Mike Fleiss! So Ben and Ashley dig into the details to discuss what may have happened behind the scenes of the show, and how major decisions were made. Do you ever wonder what happens to the Neil Lane engagement rings after a Bachelor couple splits?? We have the real answers! And, Ben reveals an important piece Bachelor history that he took with him after his season ended.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley is going one on one with Gabi Elnicki for a raw and honest look at her time as a contestant on Zach Shalcross’ season of The Bachelor. Gabi reveals the exact moment she knew Zach wasn’t going to choose her. And, Gabi opens up about how it felt to be at the Rose Ceremony after EVERYONE knew about their time in the Fantasy Suite.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Bachelor OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter reconnect with season 7 Bachelor Ben Flajnik! Find out what’s new in the world of the “wine guy”. Ben F. is VERY private about his new relationship, but we get him to spill a few details! Plus, find out why Ben F. does NOT watch The Bachelor anymore!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could a fan favorite from Bachelor Nation be romantically entangled with a member of Summer House?? Ben and Ashley have all the clues and what it means for the 2 franchises! Plus, we break down Rachael Recchia’s Bachelorette advice to Charity. Was she being helpful at all??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Mesnick is hanging out with our Bachelor OGs Trista and Bob! Hear the untold story of what happened to Jason JUST before he became the Bachelor, and find out the last time he spoke to Melissa Rycroft… you won’t believe what went down! Plus, Jason confronts Trista to get the real answer on her feelings after everything that happened during his season of The Bachelor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that Zach’s season of The Bachelor is all wrapped up, Ben is ready to go IN DEPTH with Ariel Frenkel. Ariel has some strong feelings about what happened during “sex week”. Find out why her relationship with Zach could have turned out COMPLETELY different. And, Ariel shares her honest reaction to the fan campaign to make her The BacheloretteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just because you watched Serene Russell look for love on Clayton’s season, doesn’t mean you know her whole story. Ashley is going IN DEPTH to learn about her relationships after Paradise, and what she honestly thought about her experience on the show. Plus, Serene opens up about how it feels to be compared to other contestants on The Bachelor, and you won’t believe who she calls out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jared and Ashley NEED to discuss the breaking news around the decision from Bachelor creator Mike Fleiss to move on from the franchise after more than 20 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley is joined by Serene Russell from Clayton’s season to help break down Zach’s finale as The Bachelor! Ashley holds nothing back when revealing what disappointed her about the finale, and we discuss the choice for the next Bachelorette. Plus, find out why Ariel’s confrontation with Zach was one of the biggest moments from the entire seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You first met Mykenna Dorn on Peter Weber’s season of The Bachelor, but there is so much more to Mykenna than what you saw on TV! Ashley goes IN DEPTH to learn how the experience of the show changed Mykenna’s life… for the better or the worse. She shares some memories from Paradise that didn’t make the final cut, and we hear if a wedding might be coming for her and her new boyfriend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mykenna Dorn from Peter Weber's season is here with Ben and Ashley to help break down what's become known as "Sex Week"! What REALLY goes down in the Fantasy Suites?? We get a behind the scenes look from Ben on what goes down. Plus, a major debate on whether Zach should have told Gabi about his big decision... what do you think??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We first met Jess Girod while trying to capture the heart of Zach Shallcross, but now Ben and Ashley are going IN DEPTH to find out more about one of our favorite contestants. Hear the story of how her mom thought she was being kidnapped when she went on the show. And, Jess tells all about a private conversation she had with Zach just before everything ended between them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are hanging out with Jess Girod, who's ready to share an exclusive look at what it was like to be one of Zach's contestants! She's helping us recap the Women Tell All, and has some JUICY behind the scenes secrets to share. We hear the real story on Anastasia and her "boyfriend", what really happened during her final conversation with Zach, and we find out if we'll see her in Paradise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zach has made a no-sex pledge! How will that go once we get to the fantasy suites?? Ben and Ashley stand up to defend Zach over that strange shower scene, and we try to figure out if you can fall in love with someone without knowing their middle name. Plus, find out why Ben thinks that the producers are trying to sell Zach as “the new Sean Lowe”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley lead a confessional for some of our favorite guys and girls from Bachelor Nation! Hear “what could’ve been” from Michelle and Rachel with the guys from their season, and you get a front row seat to all the drama when they’re reunited with Clayton! Plus, Clayton opens up about life since his break-up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clayton Echard sticks around to help Ben recap this week’s episode of The Bachelor! Why didn’t Zach send Greer home WEEKS ago?? Clayton reveals that a contestant on his season wanted to be sent home, but he kept her around… and it backfired. Plus, Ben has a shocking revelation about Zach… does Clayton agree??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when two former Bachelors get together?? Secrets are revealed! Ben is hanging out with Clayton Echard who has a LOT to say since the last time we saw him. Clayton clears the air about what happened with him and Rachel, and what he was TRULY feeling the first time he laid eyes on her. And, we hear the real story on where he stands with Susie today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are going IN DEPTH with the latest Bachelor success story, Kenny Braasch and Mari Pepin! Find out the difference between single Kenny and relationship Kenny… you’ll be shocked at the change! And, the happy couple reveals how “the spark” started in Paradise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter connect with season 7 Bachelorette Ashley Hebert and get an honest update on her love life after being on the show! Ashley opens up about her divorce and the unbelievable amount of criticism she received from men on social media, who blame her for the break-up. Find out if she’ll get married in the future, and learn some difficult but necessary conversations to have with your kids if you and your partner are splitting up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In between the spells and witches, Ashley has a bold prediction to make about how this season of The Bachelor is going to end! Ben reveals a shocking secret from his time on The Bachelorette that he’s NEVER shared before. And, we find out there may be other forces at work that brought Ashley and Jared together… could the same happen for Zach?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bachelor Live on Stage is BACK! And Ashley is hanging out with the new hosts: Becca Kufrin and Andrew Spencer! Find out how the show has changed and what you can expect if you catch Bachelor Live when it comes to your city! We HAVE to get into Becca’s wedding planning! Has she “said yes to the dress”? And Ashley has some much needed wedding advice to share. And, Andrew reveals if we’ll ever see him return to Paradise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it weird to prefer cuddling over kissing?? This is one of the big debates taking over Bachelor Nation after this week's episode. Were the girls right in feeling "stood up" after Zach was sick?? Ben and Ashley break down all the drama. And, we try to figure out how Zach REALLY feels about Greer after that virtual cocktail party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking to an ex after a relationship ends can be a weird experience, but imagine reconnecting with your ex 20 YEARS later… after you met her on a TV dating show! Our Bachelor OG Bob Guiney sits down with Estella Gardinier for the FIRST TIME in decades to reveal never-before-heard secrets about their relationship, and they rehash drama that they’ve kept hidden for 20 years. You don’t want to miss a single awkward moment in this historic Bachelor reunion!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley catch up with Jade Roper Tolbert and she doesn’t hold anything back when talking about her marriage to Tanner. Find out why they just made it out of the hardest year in their relationship, and how they reset their marriage before things got worse! Plus, we discuss why Jade would be the villain if she was on The Bachelor today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley have a theory that Zach’s season marks a MAJOR shift in the focus of The Bachelor. Find out why they think this season focuses more on the contestants and relationships and less on the drama. But this week wasn’t totally drama-free! We get into Anastasia’s Instagram comment and try to figure out if she’s here for the “right reasons”. Plus, find out WHO of Zach’s girls has the highest chance of scoring his heart for good.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zach's season is getting low grades from Ben and Ashley so far, but is Sean Lowe enough to save it?? What do we think about the skydiving date? Ben reveals a hidden secret from his season when looking at the bond Zach and Aly had after jumping out of a plane. And, could Clayton Echard and Rachel Recchia be our next Bachelor couple??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley is having the ultimate Bachelor Nation girls night in Pebble Beach and Rachel Recchia, Michelle Young and Caelynn Miller-Keyes are hanging out and telling all! Things get heated because Clayton is hanging around too! You have to listen to find out what went down when he watched the sunset with 2 of his exes! Find out who is more likely to get back with Clayton: Michelle or Rachel. And, we get the real answers behind the viral Tik Tok of Rachel and Clayton. Plus, find out some shocking secrets about Caelynn’s upcoming wedding to Dean!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben is hanging out with one of our favorite reality tv couples: Blake Horstmann and Giannina Gibelli! They take us through their first date, if they felt love at first sight, and why Ben’s family has a deep connection to Blake’s house. Plus… find out if Blake and Giannina will walk down the aisle anytime soon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Almost Famous OG Trista Sutter is hanging out with new Bachelor host Jesse Palmer to get the real story of what it’s like to be the “face” of the show! Find out how things have changed since Jesse was the Bachelor and why he wishes he could be the lead now! And we hear a major secret about Zach’s season!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the passing of the torch in Bachelor Nation when legendary Bachelor OG Bob Guiney sits down with the latest lead, Zach Shallcross. Hear the words of wisdom, the warnings, and the laughs that happen when the new guys gets a crash course in what to expect from life as “The Bachelor”!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley and Jared are here to recap this week’s episode of The Bachelor as Zach continues his quest for love! Jared and Ashley hold nothing back, and are critical of The Bachelor “formula”. Does it work?? Did Briana deserve America’s first impression rose?? And… who in Bachelor Nation has BDE??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the premiere of Zach's season and Ben and Ashley have some brutally honest thoughts! Have we seen this many kisses before on night one?? Ben breaks down every first impression, right down to the licks. And, we look forward to what we can expect from the franchise after the reaction to this season's premiere! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before the world follows Zach on his Bachelor journey, Ashley is sitting down with the man of the hour to get to know him better on the final days leading up to his premiere! Find out some intimate details from his romantic life that will help you understand his search for love and maybe Ashley can get him to reveal WHO stole his heart from the cast! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arie Luyendyk is back with Ashley to help break down a wild week in Bachelor headlines! We get into all the engagement news! From Nick Viall popping the question to Dean and Caelynn’s star studded engagement party, and we find out what could pull Arie back into the world of The Bachelor! Plus, Arie shares some incredible tips for new parents that Ashley NEEDS!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are diving deep into all the breaking news in Bachelor Nation! Chris Harrison finally speaks out on his new podcast! Ben and Ashley share their thoughts and offer their perspective on how The Bachelor is doing without Chris as its host. And, we have news on the next wedding in Bachelor Nation with some fan favorites!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have the full list of contestants for Zach Shallcross' season of The Bachelor and it's time to reveal our first impressions! Find out the detailed backstories Ben gives the contestants and we read a few fan submissions to find out what YOU think of Zach's ladies!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are back in 2023 and getting ready for a new season of The Bachelor! But before we get into the girls vying for Zach’s heart, we break down the latest in Bachelor headlines. We clear up the rumors about Mike Johnson’s new relationship And Hannah Brown makes a surprising reveal by starring in a brand new show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley is hanging out with Andrew Spencer from Katie Thurston’s season and going IN DEPTH to learn more about his life on and off The Bachelorette. Hear about all the behind the scenes drama from his time on the show and why he dreams of living in a rom-com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley sits down with Justin Glaze from Katie Thurston’s season to hear the real story of what happened during his time on The Bachelorette. Hear secret stories from Paradise, his stance on a major feud in Bachelor Nation, and find out which former Bachelorette he has his eye on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Holidays from the Almost Famous podcast! Ashley is bringing the yuletide spirit with a Bachelor Nation holiday party! Genevieve Parisi, Caelynn Miller-Keyes, Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter all stop by to share their favorite traditions and spill some Christmas secrets!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.