The Ben and Ashley I Almost Famous Podcast

Ashley had a run-in with one of the biggest movie stars of all time and you won’t believe what happened! Hear all the red carpet stories from the Mission: Impossible premiere and find out how far Ben would go to meet a celebrity. Plus, Ben and Ashley share their Memorial Day weekend plans, and we get an answer once and for all… how tall is Tom Cruise? Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on Instagram!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley’s exploration through the hidden passages of The Bachelor Mansion continues as we welcome some Bachelor Nation superstars to share their stories. And, find out the peculiar item Ben made sure to pack when he came to the Mansion. Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on Instagram!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy & TJ are breaking down all the latest celebrity divorce headlines and messy details. They're giving their thoughts on reinventing yourself after divorce, how long should you date before you get engaged if you're a widow, and if you should or shouldn't sell your house after the marriage falls apart.Plus, Pitch-Perfect celeb has a LOT to say about their past marriages and why they are dating completely differently this time around! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charles Ling was a fan favorite on The Golden Bachelorette, but why isn’t he in Paradise?? Ben and Ashley hang out with Charles and get the real reason why he didn’t make it to the sand, and we hear an update on his dating life since leaving the Mansion! Plus, Charles opens up about how his relationship with his daughter shaped his Golden Bachelorette experience, and we find out more about a life changing conversation Charles had with a fellow contestant. Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on Instagram!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are breaking down the latest in Bachelor Nation headlines, and the future of the Bachelor could be at stake! Do we think that Paradise will bring the fans back?? And who is really to blame for a "bad" season... the leads or the producers? Plus, Luke Pell tied the knot, and we get into all the details of the Grant and Juliana break up rumors!   Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on Instagram!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SPOILER ALERT! Ben and Ashley have seen leaked footage from the new home of Bachelor in Paradise, and we have ALL the tea!   Find out if the Goldens can keep up with the young Bachelor contestants when it comes to partying, and we reveal the biggest surprise ex flame to hit the sand!   This is your sneak peek at what’s coming on Bachelor in Paradise, only here on The Almost Famous podcast!   Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gather round, Housewives fans, because it's time to kiss AND tell what happened on Bravo's "Love Hotel"! Potomac Housewife Ashley Darby is joining Jennifer Fessler and Kelly Bensimon to talk about dating post-divorce. ...And why she NEEDS a man who's "packin"! Is Ashley done with dating older men for good? Were the ladies in competition at the Love Hotel? Ashley is spilling details!Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 The Bachelor Mansion has served as the backdrop to our favorite love stories for decades, but now it's time for some TLC! Ben and Ashley break down the latest news about the new reality show that brings Bachelor contestants back to the Mansion to fix it up and renovate it to its former glory.  We talk to some Bachelor Nation fan favorites and find out the shocking things contestants AREN'T allowed to do in the shower, and we discover why cooking is such a hot button issue in the Mansion!Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He was the runner up on Rachel Lindsay’s season, but now Peter Kraus is ready to take us behind the scenes to reveal what REALLY happened during his time on The Bachelorette.   Peter holds nothing back when sharing how producers influenced his feelings, and he reveals a very personal moment that was shared with production… and then brought up later on camera. Plus, we get Peter’s honest reaction to Rachel and Bryan’s divorce, and we find out why he didn’t become “The” Bachelor.Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet her much younger, romantic French boyfriend for the first time as they recount their love story. Are they struggling with a language barrier? How are they navigating long distance? Do her kids like him?Susan is living proof that YOU CAN find love in your second chapter, she’ll tell you how to do it! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are taking your questions and NOTHING is off limits! Find out who Ben would want to swap lives with, hear Ashley’s Bachelor Nation conspiracy theory, and we finally get the real answer on Ashley’s total cry count.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennie Garth continues her conversation with divorce coach Samantha Boss. Co-parenting can be a landmine, and Samantha is telling you why you must drop the act and stop pretending everything is OK for the sake of your kids. Unsure how to navigate your kids' birthday party now that you're co-parenting? Summer break vacation giving you anxiety because of your toxic ex? Samantha has the best tips on how to handle it! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are breaking down the latest in Bachelor Nation headlines! We know more details about the plan to extort Clayton Echard with a fake pregnancy, and Ben has a major apology for his fellow former lead.   Ashley has a theory about the Bachelor Nation social media account.   And, we dissect what makes an effective Bachelor audition tape… starting with Ashley’s!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennie Garth is explaining why you NEED a divorce coach!Divorce coach, Samantha Boss, is breaking down why a coach is vital in a high-conflict divorce, and why you should hire one BEFORE you hire an attorney! What does playing bingo have to do with getting divorced? Samantha will explain!  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are picking up the petals of the final rose, and they’re not afraid of the thorns! We’re connecting with Annaliese Puccini from Arie Luyendyk Jr’s season to hear about everything you DIDN’T see on TV. And we can’t ignore that sometimes… roses are red flags.   Annaliese opens up about the pressure she felt from production to “feel” a certain way about another contestant   Plus, we hear the real story behind her relationship with Kamil from Becca Kufrin’s season!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RHONJ Jennifer Fessler has dusted off her matchmaking skills in Napa with Kelly Bensimon and "Golden Bachelorette's" Pascal. Now that she's heard both sides, she's putting them in the same room to talk face-to-face and to get some answers! Why did Pascal keep walking away from Kelly during their date? Did Kelly turn Pascal off when she said she wanted to show him her Playboy cover? Are these two ever going to see each other again?!  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are breaking down the latest headlines from Bachelor Nation! Paradise IS happening! We have all the details from behind the scenes as the contestants begin to arrive in the new location!Joan and Chock’s wedding is “on hold”… because of ANOTHER proposal in her life! And… could Jason Tartick be involved in another Bachelor Nation romance??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RHONJ Jennifer Fessler is putting "Golden Bachelorette's" Pascal in the hot seat! After his remarks about not wanting to date someone his own age, will he find a match with Kelly Bensimon? With Kelly now out of the room, an unfiltered Pascal gets personal and tells it like it is.Are we 0-4 on Kelly finding love?! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re pulling back the curtain on The Bachelor franchise and looking beyond the rose… and its thorns. Ben and Ashley are getting to know Tino Franco, for the real story behind his engagement to Rachel Recchia and his journey after it ended. Plus, Tino shares his side of what went down at After the Final Rose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Housewives favorites Jennifer Fessler and Kelly Bensimon are sipping and spilling in Napa at "Live in the Vineyard”.Jennifer dusts off her matchmaking skills to see if Kelly and “Golden Bachelorette’s” Pascal are the perfect match after he slid into her DMs. Is their chemistry hot and spicy, or was it awkward? Is Kelly ready for another French man in her life after her ex-husband? Jennifer is getting to the bottom of it! We've sequestered Pascal so he can't hear if Kelly's falling in love, or if they're talking sh*t...Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caelynn Bell is taking over the Almost Famous podcast and hanging out with Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar! The happy couple gives us an update on their wedding plans, and they explain the moment they decided to elope instead of a big elaborate ceremony!   Plus, how would Bachelor stars handle being trapped in an avalanche or an erupting volcano??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben is catching up with Caelynn and she’s holding nothing back! Caelynn shares what she would do to “fix” The Bachelor franchise to bring it back to its former glory.   We hear about her life with Dean in Colorado and when they might be starting a family!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley hang out with one of our favorite stars from The Golden Bachelor, Susan Noles!   Susan spills how she bent the rules while on her new reality show “Got to Get Out”, and we find out the REAL reason why we won’t see her in Paradise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana Kramer is getting to the nitty gritty of what her single real-life best friend is looking for in terms of dating!The women are giving their opinions on prenups, non-traditional relationships in your "I Do, Part 2" era, and if Pamelyn should explore dating younger men.Know an eligible single bachelor perfect for Pamelyn? Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The next Golden Bachelor has been announced and Ben has all the details! Find out more about Mel Owens, what we can expect from his season, and what his casting means for the future of the Golden franchise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are catching up with Demi Burnett from Colton Underwood’s season, and she’s making a return to reality TV! Demi shares all the stories from making “Got to Get Out”, including who she bonded with from the cast, and how she handled the stress of filming. Plus, Demi reveals how different the experience was from The Bachelor, with basically NO producer interference!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are breaking down the latest Bachelor Nation headlines! Jen Saviano had maybe the most glamorous elopement of all time. The Golden Bachelor's Susan Noles has a new man who pushed her to learn a new communication style. And we reveal the proud parents of the next Bachelor Baby!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana Kramer is trying to find a match for her single real-life bestie Pamelyn! A divorced mom of two, Pamelyn lives in the Nashville area. Do you have a friend, a brother, an uncle, maybe even your ex or your dad who is single and ready to mingle??!!Jana gets the full story on Pamelyn's divorce - and why she even kept Jana in the dark till it was all over. Then, it’s on! Let’s find Pamelyn her I do part 2!Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are talking to one of the most controversial Bachelors of all time: Clayton Echard.   Clayton opens up about what happened off-camera during his season, including a fight with producers that left with Clayton storming off before the end!   Plus, Clayton shares how he’s grown since his time in the mansion, and we hear about how his season almost had a totally different outcome for him and Susie Evans!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley catch up with Clayton Echard, who’s ready to set the record straight about his beef with Gabby Windey. Clayton opens up about his self-confidence, and we find out the real reason why Gabby has Clayton blocked!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RHONJ's Jennifer Fessler revealed all to us recently about the problems in her marriage, the separation, and the reunion (HERE) …but NOW she’s joined by her husband Jeff, to get his side of the story!   From regrets to reconciliation they let us in on what works and what doesn’t. What has changed since they got back together? Advice for you if you’re on the brink…and don’t know which way to go.This Jersey couple is telling you how to avoid divorce!  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our conversation with Sydney Gordon continues! Hear all the behind the scenes secrets from Joey’s season, and learn more about what really goes on in the mansion. Sydney is sharing every infamous detail!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney Gordon from Joey Graziadei’s season is out of contract… and ready to spill. Sydney reveals what it means to be “Infamous” and shares what happened behind the scenes and off-camera while she was competing for Joey’s attention.   Sydney clears up her confrontation with Maria, and we try to figure out who is the “bully” when personalities clash. You can’t blame “the edit” when Ben and Ashley investigate, right here on Infamous: Sometimes Roses are Red Flags.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are pajamas the killer when it comes to a good sex life? Thelma and Louise are talking with relationship expert Dr. Channa Bromley about problematic pajamas!Plus, let’s talk about our bodies, and let’s get real! And it’s ok to want sex and make it a priority…we’ll tell you why!!Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are taking you behind the scenes of The Bachelor franchise and talking to the controversial figures that make the dramatic moments unforgettable. Don’t miss “Infamous: Sometimes Roses are Red Flags” right here on the Almost Famous podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are back to break down the latest Bachelor Nation headlines!   Clayton Echard called Gabby Windey a bully after what she said about his dance moves… whose side are you on??And we try to get to the bottom of Jason Tartick and Kaitlyn Bristowe’s feud over a dog/baby name!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone's favorite pigtail-wearing RHONJ star Margaret Josephs and her husband Joe sit down with co-star Jennifer Fessler to talk about how their love affair led to their happily ever after. The couple is talking about divorce and kids, prenups, and the complexities when your ex-spouse passes away. Plus, Jennifer gets an update on Joe's health and how the couple REALLY feels about the stagnant status of Jersey Housewives.    Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are tackling your hard hitting questions! Find out Ben’s reaction to where he placed in the “Hottest Bachelors” bracket, we share some rumors of a celebrity for the next Bachelor, and we dive deeper into the Grant Ellis/Tyler Cameron drama!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have a Bachelor Nation and Real Housewives crossover and Ben and Ashley are right in the middle! Kelly Bensimon from The Real Housewives of New York City is ready to spill everything about her dates with contestants from The Golden Bachelorette!   Find out what happened when Pascal slid into her DMs, and why one potential suitor got cold feet when he realized he might be on TV!   Plus, Ashley reveals what happened when she slid into the DMs of an A-list celebrity!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sex and dating after 50, it’s time to talk about menopause baby! Not only does your outlook change in your second chapter...but so does your body.Cheryl Burke is getting a master class from journalist turned menopause activist Tamsen Fadal on how she found love in her "I Do Part 2" era and navigated menopause in her relationship. Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ariel Frenkel from Zach’s season intimidated us on The Bachelor, but Ben and Ashley are getting to know the REAL Ariel and get an update on her dating life!   Find out the reason she signed up for The Bachelor in the first place, and she reveals the Bachelor Nation superstars she’d be open to dating.   Plus… we have to ask about Paradise!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Kelly Bensimon met Guy, Guy got a girlfriend so he dumped Kelly. Then, Guy set Kelly up with Gary! Kelly went on a date with Gary and now ANOTHER Golden man is sliding into her DM's! PASCAL wants a little piece of the action.  Will Pascal and Kelly try dating? Bob Guiney is getting the lowdown on exactly what is happening with Kelly's love life. Could Pascal be the one for Kelly?Plus, Pascal has a LOT to say about love, life and Bachelor in Paradise…Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are breaking down the latest in Bachelor Nation headlines! Grant has cleared the air about his family’s reaction to his fiancée, we have hints on which Golden contestants are hitting the beach in Paradise, and we dissect the Tyler Cameron/Grant Ellis feud!   And things get emotional when we cover Christina Mandrell’s milestone in her sobriety journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RHONJ star Jennifer Fessler, along with fellow housewife and “Traitors” star Dolores Catania are confronting Dolores’ boyfriend Paul “Paulie” Connell about dating when you aren’t divorced yet. They also fill you in on why “I Do Part 2” is better than round one.This Jersey couple discusses the scrutiny you’re under when you’re dating and not yet divorced. Should they get married? And will they have a prenup? Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley share the latest news about Katie Thurston’s recent health update, and we break down the exciting details from her surprise wedding!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you like men that don’t cheat, get yourself a farmer! Jennifer Fessler is saddled up to talk with two hunks, Matt and John, from the latest season of "Farmer Wants A Wife". These guys may be DTF (down to farm) but they are also ready to find love! These farmers have unique perspectives on love and marriage and clear up if women should REALLY be approaching men out in the wild!Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley assembled an expert panel from Bachelor Nation to discuss the aftermath of the finale for Grant Ellis’ season! We hear from former Bachelorette Rachel Recchia about Grant’s true feelings on Litia. Trista & Bob weigh in on the Golden’s arrival in Paradise. And Susie wants justice for Juliana!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve made it to the finale for Grant Ellis’ season of The Bachelor! Ben and Ashley break down the dramatic (and lengthy) conclusion to Grant’s season, including every tear that wasn’t shed!   There’s no Bachelorette this year, but Ben and Ashley believe the perfect lead was hiding in plain sight in Grant’s cast all along! Should Litia go to Paradise??   Plus, Ben reveals why he was almost involved in the finale for one of his most controversial moments!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are hanging out with Jonathan Rone from The Golden Bachelorette! Jonathan admits that Trista is a huge celebrity to him, and we find out which A-lister Bob gets mistaken for all the time! Plus, we ask Jonathan if he'd return for the next season of The Golden Bachelorette!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are back to recap Trista’s trip to the iHeartRadio Music Awards! Find out who made her the most starstruck, and which ex-Bachelorette hung out with her while she was in LA!   Plus, Bob reveals the awkward question his son asked when he rewatched his season of The Bachelor!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.