
The Ben and Ashley I Almost Famous Podcast
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Almost Famous In Depth: Clare Crawley Part 2
Our IN DEPTH conversation with Clare Crawley continues. We get into her time as The Bachelorette, how she found love since leaving the show, and more on her IVF journey!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost Famous In Depth: Clare Crawley Part 1
Clare Crawley is sitting down with Ben and Ashley to go IN DEPTH on her journey to motherhood! Clare opens up about every step of the IVF process, including her honest reaction to the gender reveal! Plus, Clare hints that we could all get an intimate behind-the-scenes look at everything she’s been through… and it might be coming soon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bachelor Blues
We’re down to the Top 3 guys on Charity’s season of The Bachelorette, and Ben has a shocking admission to make to Ashley about Xavier. Ben opens up about how he felt a connection with Joey when he talked about his “dark days”. And we discuss the sad news of Kaitlyn Bristowe and Jason Tartick’s break-up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bachelor Breaking News: This time it's Personal
Ben’s shares his honest thoughts and responds to comments his former fiance made in her tell-all interview with Shawn Booth. Plus, are the rumors true. Is a Bachelor Nation couple we all love breaking up? And, Ben and Ashley give an update on Gabby Windey's new love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sisterly Love
It’s Hometowns week for Charity Lawson’s season of The Bachelorette! Ashley has a deep analysis to share about “Uncle Joe” that will blow your mind. What did Xavier REALLY mean when he said his sister loves Charity more than he does?? We try to get to the bottom of his true feelings. And it’s time to place our bets on who’s winning Charity’s heart when the final rose is handed out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baby Booth with Shawn Booth Part 2
Our conversation with Shawn Booth continues as he spills all about his upcoming baby! We get a full timeline of his relationship with the soon to be mother of his child. Hear Shawn read his “olive branch” text he sent to Kaitlyn and find out the truth about her response. Plus, we get a full play by play of the day his baby mama Dre came home and they found out the big news!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baby Booth with Shawn Booth Part 1
A major Bachelor Nation baby announcement came out of nowhere... and now Shawn Booth is here to answer all of Ben and Ashley's questions. Find out the whole history of Shawn’s relationship with Dre, and how she played a role in the most important day of Ben’s life. Shawn gets real about the shock of finding out he was going to be a father, and he opens up about his interactions with Katlyn Bristowe since ending their relationship. This is a raw and unfiltered interview that you can’t hear anywhere else!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Big Easy
We’re headed to New Orleans this week on Charity Lawson’s season of The Bachelorette! Find out why Ben thinks Xavier is going all the way to the final rose. Ben and Ashley can’t believe this contestant got a 1 on 1 two weeks in a row! You’ll be shocked at what they say. Plus, Ben explains why Hometowns are BRUTAL for the lead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost Famous OGs: Bachelorette Watch Party with Lorenzo Borghese and Andrew Spencer
Old school meets new school when our Bachelor Nation OG Bob Guiney teams up with former Bachelor Lorenzo Borghese and recent Bachelorette contestant Andrew Spencer to watch the latest episode of The Bachelorette! This is Lorenzo’s FIRST TIME watching The Bachelor since 2006! You won’t believe his reactions to how the show has changed. Plus, our panel of Bachelor Nation stars reveal the “kiss of death” that is guaranteed to get you booted from the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fighting Words with Brayden Bowers
Ashley is going one on one with one of the most polarizing men on Charity’s season of The Bachelorette! We’re going behind the earrings with Brayden Bowers to get his side of what happened between him and Charity. Brayden bares all and reveals a shocking story from his past that helps explain why he acted the way he did while on the show. Plus, find out if we’ll see Brayden in Paradise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We Don’t Talk About Brayden
It’s another week of Charity’s season of The Bachelorette, and Ben and Ashley are ready to break down every juicy detail. Ben does NOT hold back when sharing his true thoughts on this episode. What can the franchise do to save itself?? Ashley explains why the bloom is off the rose for Brayden, and Ben makes a compelling pitch to rejoin the Bachelor franchise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bachelor Breaking News: A Golden Preview
Ben and Ashley react to the announcement of the newest member of the Bachelor Nation family, and they share an inside look at our first Golden Bachelor that you won’t hear anywhere else! Plus, find out why Ben is the subject of a petition for the show… before they even start filming!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost Famous/Bachelor Happy Hour Crossover with Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt PART 1
One couple from Bachelor Nation is about to talk down the aisle, but first they have more news to announce! Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt are with Ben and Ashley as the new hosts of "Bachelor Happy Hour"! Find out how wedding planning is going for the happy couple, and discover how they're dealing with a major decision. Plus, Ashley confronts Joe about how he handled himself in front of one of the most famous people in the world. Want to hear the rest?? Head over to Bachelor Happy Hour for Part 2!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red Roses on the Red Planet with Adam Rippon
Ben and Ashley are traveling to Mars with figure skater Adam Rippon to talk about Ashley’s latest reality TV adventure “Stars on Mars”! Find out what it was like to “go on a mission” with Ashley, and Adam reveals why tensions were out of this world just before Ashley arrived!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Bouquet of Red Flags
Ben and Ashley are back to recap week 3 of Charity Lawson’s search for love on The Bachelorette! Ashley reveals why the “Barbie” date could totally change things for Charity, and why Dutton is the one to watch this season! Plus, find out which reality show has pulled Ashley OUT of Bachelor Nation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cinderella Story with Charity Lawson
Ben and Ashley are talking to the woman of the hour, our current Bachelorette Charity Lawson! And NOTHING is off limits! Hear about the moment coming this season that could rival Colton’s “fence jump”. And, Charity spills on what she REALLY thinks about “the earrings”!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Date Nerves
Ben and Ashley are breaking down week 2 of Charity’s search for love on The Bachelorette! We try to interpret all the signals from the trip to the Hollywood sign, we discuss why Adrian revealed himself as “the wrong reasons” guy, and Ben doubles down on who he thinks will go all the way. Plus, we get a live report on why Carly Waddell skipped her best friend’s wedding!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost Famous OGs: The British Bachelor with Matt Grant
Our Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are throwing it back and hanging out the first ever British Bachelor… Matt Grant! Matt tells the whirlwind story of how he was first cast as The Bachelor, and he reveals the MAJOR change he had to make before they started filming! Plus, Matt uncovers a longtime Bachelor secret that will blow your mind! You’ll never look at hometowns the same way again!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost Famous OG's: Bachelorette Watch Party with Sadie Murray and Courtney Robertson
We’re inviting YOU to the ultimate Bachelorette watch party for Charity’s premiere episode! Join Bachelor Nation OG's Trista Sutter, Courtney Robertson and Sadie Murray and hear their HONEST thoughts in real time as they watch and review the first episode of Charity Lawson’s season of The Bachelorette. Hear which of Charity’s guys they think will go all the way, find out if they think true love is in the cards, AND hear the story of when Trista officially added Charity to THE Bachelorette group chat! Secrets are revealed!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being Charitable with Charity
It’s Charity’s premiere of The Bachelorette! Ben and Ashley are ready to break down every dramatic moment from night one of Charity’s search for love. Ben has a shocking prediction about Braydon, and he reveals why he thinks he got the first impression rose. Ashley admits that she cannot look at one contestant the same after a big move he made in the preview. And, Ben and Ashley share who they think will make it to the very end, after only seeing the first episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost Famous OGs: Bring it On with Melissa Rycroft Strickland
Our Bachelor OG Trista Sutter is catching up with Melissa Rycroft Strickland who was (briefly) engaged to Jason Mesnick on The Bachelor. Melissa reveals that she nearly became Jason’s “wife” on a different reality show! And, we finally hear the true story of why Melissa was never The Bachelorette.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preparing for Charity
We’re in the last week before the premiere of Charity Lawson’s season of The Bachelorette. What are Ben and Ashley’s final predictions?? Have you heard about The Bachelorette’s new time slot? Ashley thinks this could mean the end of the franchise… you have to hear the other clues she found that may mean the show is on the way out! Plus, we get into Kelley Flanagan’s new relationship and who might have the next Bachelor Nation baby!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Reunion After the Final Rose with Rachel Recchia, Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar presented by Hyundai
Ben and Ashley brought Rachel Recchia and Zach Shallcross together for the FIRST TIME since “After the Final Rose” and you won’t believe what happens! Secrets are spilled, stories are told, and memories are shared as they face each other for the first time after the end of The Bachelorette. Plus, Zach, Rachel and Kaity Biggar play a game of “Most Likely To” and things get HEATED!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Benny with the Good Slipper
Ashley shares all the tea from an anonymous source with pictures of Brandon Jones out with another girl… just days before their break-up! Ben opens up about filming with Jojo Fletcher during his “Happily Ever After” show with then-fiancé Lauren Bushnell. Plus, Ben shares the exact moment that he realized he could never marry Lauren.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost Famous OGs: Trista’s Wedding Special Part 2
The celebration continues as we look back Trista Sutter’s dream wedding on her 20th anniversary! But now it’s time for Trista to walk down the aisle and welcome her husband Ryan onto the podcast! You won’t believe the secrets that get revealed after 20 years!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost Famous OGs: Trista’s Wedding Special Part 1
Our Bachelor Nation OG and first Bachelorette Trista Sutter is celebrating her 20th wedding anniversary! We’re looking back at the “Super Bowl of Weddings” with never-before-heard stories from the big day! We talk to those closest to Trista to find out what really happened in the moments before she walked down the aisle, and we discover some of the secrets from one of Bachelor Nation’s original success stories!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What If? with Jojo Fletcher and Jordan Rodgers Part 2
Ben and Ashley sit down with Jojo Fletcher and her husband Jordan Rodgers for an intimate conversation about her history with Ben, and her future with Jordan. Hear the moment that broke Jojo’s heart when she thought Ben was going to propose, and the emotional aftermath that affected her after she was sent home. And, Jojo and Jordan open up about their own struggles early in their relationship, and how they moved past those challenges to become of the biggest success stories in Bachelor Nation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What If? with Jojo Fletcher and Jordan Rodgers Part 1
A reunion YEARS in the making, Ben faces one of the most intense emotional experiences of his life when a major figure from his past joins him on the podcast for the very first time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spilling the Coffee and Spilling the Tea
Ben and Ashley break down the latest Bachelor headlines, including Dean Unglert's death defying stunts. Ashley shares the cringe-worthy story of how she dumped coffee all over a TV legend. And, we hear about what happened when a fan confronted Chris Harrison about how Ben's ex is "better off without him"!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do You Accept This Ghost?
Ben and Ashley are staying in a haunted hotel, but that isn’t stopping them from breaking down the latest Bachelor Headlines! We get into Andi Dorfman’s wedding, Becca Kufrin’s new sonogram pic, and Joe and Serena’s upcoming nuptials! Find out what has Grocery Store Joe SO excited!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charity’s Guys
Before we kick off Charity Lawson’s journey for love on The Bachelorette, Ben and Ashley have your sneak preview of the guys trying to win her heart. Hear our brutally honest first impressions of Charity’s guys and find out which one gets a rose of approval from Ben and Ashley!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It Goes Down in the DMs with Andrew Spencer
Ben sits down with Andrew Spencer from Katie Thurston’s season for an update on his life since leaving the sand in Paradise. Andrew shares some wild stories from The Bachelor Live on Stage, and we find out how he kept such tight friendships with the guys on his season. Plus, we hear the latest on his romantic life and why he identifies as a “ghoster/obsessor”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Espresso Martinis with Justin Glaze
Justin Glaze from Katie Thurston’s season hangs out with Ben and shares everything from his experience on The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise. He says there is a ZERO percent chance he’ll return to the beach, but there is one other part of the franchise that still has his attention… Plus, we hear how it felt for Justin to go back to his normal job after being on the show, and we find out why he was stood up on MULTIPLE dates!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back with The Bachelorettes with Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia
Ashley is back with Gabby and Rachel for a no limits tell-all! Hear the latest on their love lives since they handed out their final roses, and find out what happened when they spent the weekend with Zach Shallcross! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Better Nayte than Never with Nayte Olukoya
Ben is sitting down one on one with Nate Olukoya for an honest conversation about his life since splitting from Michelle Young. He reveals how things have been between him and Michelle since breaking up, and we hear how he handled the fallout after it felt like everyone had made up their minds about what happened. You don’t want to miss this raw and unfiltered interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the (Honey)Moon with Clare Crawley and Ryan Dawkins
Ben and Ashley are sitting down for an exclusive interview with the Bachelor marriage that has EVERYONE talking. Clare Crawley and her new husband Ryan Dawkins are here and spilling intimate details about their relationship. Find out how Clare feels finding love outside of Bachelor Nation, hear their plans together, and Clare reveals some major secrets from her time as The Bachelorette!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happily Ever After with Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar
Now thag the final rose has been passed out and the season is wrapped up, it's time to check in with the latest Bachelor success story. Ben sits down with Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar for an honest look at their lives together and what's in store for their future as a couple. Find out why they don't currently live together, and we get the real story about their their wedding plans!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bachelor Headlines, Weddings and Babies
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.

The Most Cruel Disease with Sarah Trott
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.

Bachelor Breaking News: Age is Just a Number
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.

Calling All Villains with Becca Kufrin
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.

The Truth About Koof with Becca Kufrin
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.

Almost Famous OGs: Picked Off the Street with Ed Swiderski
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.

Three’s Company with Bekah Martinez
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.

Home is Where the Headlines Are
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.

Almost Famous OG: Tales of the Tiara with Erica Rose
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.

Karaoke Night
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.

The Curse of the Diamond
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.

Almost Famous In Depth: Gabi Elnicki
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.

Almost Famous OGs: Wine Not with Ben Flajnik
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.