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New Year, New Drama

We have some breaking news in Bachelor Nation to kick off 2024! Ben and Ashley break down all the facts about Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo’s divorce, the rumors of Kaitlyn Bristowe and Zac Clark, and who is officiating Gerry and Theresa’s Golden Bachelor wedding!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 3, 202424 min

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Dec 30, 202322 min

Little Higgins

It’s time to recap the latest Bachelor Nation news before we bid farewell to 2023!With all the break-ups coming from Paradise, we might have news of a couple success story… but it isn’t confirmed! Ben and Ashley break down all the rumors. Ben opens up about his struggles with insomnia after hearing Hannah G’s story of her fight with sleeplessness. And, find out what changed Ben’s perspective about having kids!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 27, 202339 min

Planning the Honeymoon with Marina Perera

Marina Perera from The Golden Bachelor sits down with Ashley at the Bachelor Mansion and spills everything about a phone call with Gerry that we didn't hear on the show! And, Marina reveals the honeymoon plans she had for Gerry after the first moment she laid eyes on him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 26, 202311 min

There's Something in the Water with Nancy Hulkower

Ben is live from the Bachelor Mansion with Nancy Hulkower from The Golden Bachelor! Nancy shares what it was REALLY like to try and get ready for a date with Gerry while sharing a bathroom with many other women. And, we hear how Nancy's dating life has changed since appearing on the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 23, 202331 min

You've Got a Friend in Me with Ellen Goltzer

Ashley is hanging out at the Bachelor Mansion with Ellen Goltzer from The Golden Bachelor! Everyone gets choked up when Ellen shares the story of her close friend that helped her sign up for the Gerry's seasonAnd, Ellen spills to Ashley her secret to being fully booked for dates for the next month!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 202314 min

Joey’s Contestant Preview!

Ben and Ashley look through the list of the women competing for Joey Graziadei’s heart in the next season of The Bachelor. Hear their first impressions and early predictions of who will go to the Top 3 and who gets sent home on night one! Plus, Ashley reveals the contestant that SHE nominated for the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 21, 202352 min

Lake Culture

Could this be the end of Paradise?? Ben and Ashley break down all the details around the rumor that Bachelor in Paradise might get canceled! We go through the week’s hottest Bachelor Nation headlines and Ben shares his perspective on the news that came out about Gerry’s dating life before becoming The Golden Bachelor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 21, 202330 min

The OGs Return to the Bachelor Mansion PART 3 featuring Ben Higgins and Joan Vassos

Ben is back with our Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter live from the Bachelor Mansion! Ben, Bob and Trista continue their conversation with Joan Vassos from The Golden Bachelor and learn about her love life since filming the show! You won't believe what's popped up in her DMs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 19, 202321 min

The OGs Return to the Bachelor Mansion PART 2 featuring Ben Higgins and Joan Vassos

Our Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter continue their homecoming to the Bachelor Mansion for more unbelievable stories and memories, and this time they brought Ben Higgins along for the ride!Bob, Trista and Ben hang out with Joan Vassos from The Golden Bachelor! She opens up about why she had to leave the show before it ended and she shares her true connection with Gerry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 19, 202313 min

The OGs Return to the Bachelor Mansion PART 1

Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter return to where it all began... the Bachelor Mansion! Hear their memories from the early days of the show, including some secrets that have been in the vault for decades! Plus, Bob and Trista share their honest reaction to the first season of the Golden Bachelor!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 18, 202323 min

Newlyweds Take the Mansion with Dean and Caelynn Bell

Dean and Caelynn Bell are hanging with Ben at the Bachelor Mansion and sharing everything about their recent wedding, their big move to Colorado, and Dean’s potential hip replacement! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 18, 202323 min

From the Grocery Store to the Mansion with Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt

Ben is hanging out at the Bachelor Mansion with Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt! Hear the untold stories from the early days of their love story and what life is like since tying the knot!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 202322 min

Friend Zoned with Justin Glaze and Susie Evans

Are they REALLY “just friends”?? Susie Evans and Justin Glaze might be the new Ashley and Jared! Find out the details behind their close friendship and how they react to the fan theories about them in this tell-all interview with Ashley from the Bachelor Mansion! Plus, Susie shares her perspective on Clayton’s paternity test scandal!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 15, 202320 min

Second Chances with Jess Girod

Ben and Ashley finally get to hang with one of their favorite contestants from Paradise this season, Jess Girod! We break the news to her that she have had a missed opportunity with Tanner, but Jess sets the record straight! Plus, find out what’s REALLY going on between Jess and Blake!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 15, 202333 min

Social Shade

With all the Bachelor break-up news, we can’t ignore the other headlines in Bachelor Nation! Ben and Ashley break down Jason Tartick’s tell-all interview with Chris Harrison and what it might mean for his future with Kaitlyn Bristowe. And, we figure out what’s going on between Kat and Olivia from Paradise with their posts on Instagram… who’s coming out on top in their feud??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 202312 min

Breaking the Break-Up News with Zachary Reality

Just when we thought we had some happy couples from Paradise, we get a wave of break-up announcements! Ben and Ashley are back with Zachary Reality to break down the break-ups and find out what it all means!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 202325 min

Surviving the Beach with Tanner Courtad

Ben and Ashley are hanging out with Tanner Courtad from the latest season of Bachelor in Paradise and he has PLENTY of behind the scenes tea to spill! He tells all about what happened after things ended with Kat, and why he almost packed his bags to leave early! Find out why he was NOT surprised at all that no couples made it off the beach this year. Plus, Tanner confirms some of Ben and Ashley’s theories about why this season had so many unexplained storylines See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 202334 min

Golden Besties with Christina Kempton and Edith Aguirre

Ashley is live from the Bachelor Mansion and getting all the Golden Bachelor tea from Christina Kempton and Edith Aguirre!Find out who they thought would get the final rose, hear some off-camera secrets and who MIGHT become the Golden Bachelorette!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 12, 202311 min

Bachelor Breaking News: Kylee & Aven

In one of the most shocking developments to come from Bachelor in Paradise, one of the happiest couples has suddenly split. Ben and Ashley discuss the break-up of Kylee Russell and Aven Jones. We go through all the facts, the rumors, and what lies ahead for Kylee and Aven. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202320 min

Almost Famous for the Holidays

Ben and Ashley share their favorite holiday traditions! But when Ashley asks Ben to settle a debate between some Christmas movie classics... Ben has an admission that will leave you speechless. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202311 min

What Ifs with Rachel Recchia

Ashley is going deep with Rachel Recchia in the place where it all began… the Bachelor Mansion! Rachel reveals intimate details with Tanner that we DIDN’T see on Bachelor in Paradise. She opens up about how it felt going home alone from Paradise and why she wanted to explore more with Brayden. And, she lets us in on some of the biggest drama that happened off-camera!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202314 min

The Toot Heard 'Round the World with Sandra Mason

Golden Bachelor fan favorite Sandra Mason is hanging out with Ashley at the Bachelor Mansion! She opens up about what she gave up to make it to The Golden Bachelor, and she spills about what we didn’t see (or hear) during her time on the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202312 min

How Do You Like Your Launches?

Ashley is hanging out with Jill Chen from Clayton’s season to break down the latest Bachelor headlines! Jill has an inside scoop on a new Bachelor Nation couple… when one of them was still dating someone in Paradise! And, is Gerry rushing into his wedding with Theresa?? We get into their fast paced timeline since the Golden Bachelor finale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 202331 min

Bad Edits in Paradise

It’s the Bachelor in Paradise finale! Ashley is hanging out with her friend Jill Chin from Clayton’s season to break down every detail. Jill and Ashley have a bold take on Paradise that could lead to a total revamp of the series! Do you think Paradise needs to switch things up?? Was Kylie being unreasonable during her situation with Aven? And, with no hard launches since the finale, which couple do we think survived since leaving the beach?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 202340 min

A Golden Sisterhood with Susan Noles and Kathy Swarts

It’s a party when Susan and Kathy from The Golden Bachelor hang with Ashley at the Bachelor Mansion! They bring us into their close friendship for all the tea from their season. Things were TENSE with Kathy and Theresa during the show… how are things now?? And, Susan tells us about a surprise proposal… in the aisles of The Home Depot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 7, 202313 min

April Showers with April Kirkwood Part 2

Now it's Ashley's turn to talk to April from The Golden Bachelor! She opens up about her connection to a music superstar, and she shares some expert therapist analysis of what happened between Gerry and Theresa!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 6, 202314 min

April Showers with April Kirkwood Part 1

Ben is hanging out with April Kirkwood from The Golden Bachelor, live from the Bachelor Mansion!She spills everything about life behind the scenes of the season, from parties in the bunk beds to staying up til 4 AM with the other contestants.Plus, we find out what's next for April now that the show is over!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 5, 202314 min

You Gotta Have Faith with Faith Martin

We’re hanging out at the Bachelor Mansion and getting to know our favorite stars from The Golden Bachelor, and Ashley bonds with Faith Martin over the shocking finale! Faith shares a secret about hometowns that will totally change how you see the show. And, Ashley and Faith have a heart to heart about how to “get over” a lead after leaving the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 5, 202314 min

Gray Areas with Blake Moynes

Blake Moynes is back from Paradise and not holding anything back with Ashley! He opens up about why his relationship with Jess ended and who else may have caught his eye on the beach. Blake shares his true feelings of when he saw Katie Thurston show up in Paradise, and we hear about what the future holds for his love life!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 202331 min

Lingering Love in Paradise

It’s time to recap this week’s episode of Bachelor in Paradise! Ben and Ashley have a controversial theory about Blake Moynes and who might still have his heart! Ben shares his thoughts on who might be the strongest couple on the beach this season. And, Ben reveals his biggest fear from when HE was the Bachelor!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 202335 min

Money, Marriage, and STDs

It’s time for another round-up of Bachelor Nation headlines! Ben and Ashley share their sneak peek at one of the hottest new couples, who you might have seen during the parade on Thanksgiving! Gerry learns the hard way about the thorough vetting process to be “The” Bachelor. And, how would you feel if your fiancé went on a vacation with 10 of your exes?? Zach Shallcross is going through it… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 29, 202314 min

From End Zone to End Game with Sydney Warner

We’re thankful for all the good news of engagements and weddings coming from Bachelor Nation, and now Ashley is talking to the next Bachelor mom! Sydney Warner from Peter Weber’s season has a baby on the way with her NFL player husband! Find out what the future holds for her family in the unpredictable world of pro football, and Ashley shares some incredible advice for what to expect when you’re expecting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 24, 202330 min

Happy Thanksgiving!

Jared and Ashley share their favorite Thanksgiving memories, a sneak peek into their future as a family, and a tease at what’s coming soon on the Almost Famous podcast! Enjoy your holiday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 23, 202315 min

Cardboard Box Kind of Love

Jared joins Ashley for a round-up of the latest Bachelor Nation headlines! We find out if Ashley ever regrets marrying Jared… instead of a pro athlete like many other Bachelor alums. Hear about the latest wedding from a Bachelor Nation OG. Plus, Jared and Ashley reveal why they ALWAYS tell people to go on Paradise… no matter what!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 23, 202320 min

Say Yes to the Tes(la) with Ivan Hall

We have another member of Bachelor Nation making moves toward the wedding chapel! Ivan Hall from Tayshia Adams’ season of The Bachelorette is here to share his fairytale love story! Find out what brought him back to his college sweetheart after he left Paradise, and hear the story of how he popped the question in a way you’ve NEVER seen before!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 21, 202323 min

From DM Slide to Bride with Garrett Yrigoyen

Ben and Ashley are talking to the latest Bachelor Nation groom, Garrett Yrigoyen! He tells us everything about his private ceremony in Hawaii and which Bachelor alums made the guest list! Hear the fairy tale story of how his new wife Alex slid into his DMs, and then into his heart. Plus, we find out his reaction to seeing his ex Becca Kufrin get married and start a family of her own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 21, 202313 min

Wedding Dress Stress with Mari Pepin and Kenny Braasch

Ben and Ashley are having an after-party for one of Bachelor Nations newest newlyweds! Kenny Braasch and Mari Pepin are fresh from the aisle and ready to share every detail… the good and the bad! Find out how Mari reacted when she thought her wedding dress was spoiled for Kenny… by Lauren Zima! And hear what happened when the DJ played the wrong song during their first dance!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 20, 202327 min

A Golden Fantasy

It’s time for Fantasy Suites on The Golden Bachelor and Gerry is feeling it! We break down why Gerry’s “next morning hangover” might have changed Ben and Ashley’s predictions for who will get the final rose, and we analyze why his connection with Leslie might not have been as strong as we thought! Plus, find out who might become the first Golden Bachelorette!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 18, 202348 min

Do You Accept This Roast?

It’s another great episode of Bachelor in Paradise, and one contestant is a breakout star for Ben and Ashley! Ben holds nothing back when telling us how he feels about the “roast” this week. Find out what he would have done if he was on the sand this year! Plus, we have a new prediction of who is leaving the beach engaged!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 17, 202331 min

Going After Gaga

It’s another round up of Bachelor Nation headlines, and thankfully we have a lot of GOOD news to share! Anyone who feared the worst about Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo will let out a sigh of relief when they hear what’s coming in their future. Will we see a “Golden” Bachelor in Paradise?? Gerry speaks out! And, find out Ashley’s reaction to one of her close friends starting a feud with Lady Gaga!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 17, 202313 min

Go for the Gold

We’ve made it to the Women Tell All for Gerry’s season of The Golden Bachelor! Ben and Ashley get into a debate about WHY Gerry sent Faith home… was it physical attraction? Or physical location?? Plus, Ben reveals his theory of why it might be YEARS before we see another season of The Golden Bachelor!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 10, 202345 min

Almost Famous In Depth: Rodney Mathews

We’re going IN DEPTH with Rodney Mathews from Michelle Young’s season for an update on his love life, his friendships in Bachelor Nation, and much more! Find out how things are going with Nayte after he replaced him as a roommate! And, we get Rodney’s honest reaction to his ex Eliza Isichei going back to the beach!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 10, 202331 min

The Bachelor of Paradise

Ben and Ashley are recapping this week’s episode of Bachelor in Paradise! We’re still trying to piece things together because we feel like we’re not getting the WHOLE story this season. Ben and Ashley bond over their fandom of Olivia, who is deserving of most of the screentime. And we have a bold prediction about what will finally happen between Katie and Blake!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 10, 202328 min

Getting “Grown Sexy” with Rodney Mathews

Rodney Mathews from Michelle’s season of The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise is hanging out with Ben and Ashley to help break down the latest Bachelor Nation headlines! Now that Tia Booth is married (in a “sexy” wedding), Rodney shares his personal memories from her proposal! We discuss Kaitlyn Bristowe being ghosted by Alan Bersten from Dancing with the Stars, and Ben reveals his backstage run-in with Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 10, 202324 min

Almost Famous OGs: Bachelor Bob vs Ben the Awkward Robot

Our Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are back from Chris Harrison’s wedding and ready to spill all the tea! Find out what happens when Bachelors from every generation got together in the same room… and what secrets were revealed once the drinks started to flow. Plus, hear all about Bob’s dancefloor showdown with Ben Higgins!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 9, 202337 min

The Most Dramatic Wedding Ever

Ben and Ashley are back from Chris Harrison’s wedding with a FULL recap! Find out who from Bachelor Nation made the guest list, who partied a bit too hard, and what happened when Kaitlyn Bristowe and Jason Tartick reunited!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 8, 202331 min

Nothing Gold Can Stay

We’re in week 6 of The Golden Bachelor and things are getting tense for Gerry! As we move through Hometowns, it’s clear who will be Gerry’s final 2, but at this point he’s said “I love you” to 3 PEOPLE! Ben speaks from experience about how messy things can get after an admission of love. Plus, Ben reveals a shocking secret about the rose ceremonies that Ashley never knew!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 3, 202327 min

Chaos in Paradise

We’re recapping this week’s episode of Bachelor in Paradise, and we might be more confused than the contestants! We’re firm in our predictions that NO ONE is getting engaged when they leave the beach, but are we missing the “good” couples because they’re not good TV?? Plus, do we feel like this season is turning into “The Kat Show”??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 3, 202334 min

Mr. Celebrity

Ben and Ashley are breaking down the latest in Bachelor headlines, and Ben is in the middle of a tense controversy you won’t hear anywhere else! We get into the newest members of Bachelor Nation Babies, the questions you SHOULDN’T ask a newly married couple, and what important life event would YOU miss to go on The Bachelor??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 3, 202323 min