The Ben and Ashley I Almost Famous Podcast

Golden Bachelorette star Jack Lencioni is back from Paradise and he’s ready to spill the tea! He’s hanging out with our Bachelor Nation OG Bob Guiney and sharing some WILD secrets from his time in Paradise. Find out which Golden he clashed with, and why his friendship with the other guys made it tough to make a connection.Plus, Jack reveals who he wants to see as the next Golden Bachelorette!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben is recapping the latest season of Perfect Match on Netflix, which brings stars from the Netflix dating show universe together for first time with fan favorites from Siesta Key, Love Island and of course… The Bachelor franchise!How does Clayton vibe with the other contestants, and what does everyone want from this show?? Ben shares his expert perspective on a show with a much different focus than we’re used to in Bachelor Nation. Plus, Ben reveals the detail from Perfect Match he thinks would work great in Paradise, and we find out why a tongue scraper could stand between one of the contestants and true love!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when you get divorced and start over? You GLOW! Former Bachelorette DeAnna Stagliano gets into a deep game of questions with Kelly Bensimon that forces the ladies to answer tough hypotheticals!Is it OK to be friends with an ex if you don't have children with them? Is being a mama's boy actually a red flag in disguise? Both women aren't holding back and talking candidly about what they are looking for in this chapter of their lives, along with the silver linings they've found since their divorces.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 fell in love with Guy Gansert on The Golden Bachelorette, but Ben is moving on from matters of the heart to our overall health! Dr. Gansert lends his medical expertise to help answer Ben’s burning questions, like the importance of sunscreen, the dangers of processed foods, and which type of cancer you should be extra vigilant about. Additionally, Guy offers some tips on which foods to avoid when hosting a gathering. Ben's also getting an update on Guy's new relationship post-Golden Bachelorette!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fan favorite from Joey Graziadei's season Daisy Kent joins Ben to recap the latest episode of Bachelor in Paradise and fill us in on her new podcast "Dirty Rush"! The cash prize is looming large on the contestants, but how does Daisy feel about the additional incentive to make a connection?? Daisy has an inside connection to Lea, which makes for some strong opinions about what Jonathon needs to do to salvage the relationship. Which Golden couple has Ben scratching his head, wondering what their current relationship status is?  Plus, is Brian giving you the ick?? Who doesn't like compliments?!Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on Instagram @almost_famouspodcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Bachelor Nation OG Trista Sutter is catching up with Golden Bachelor season one winner Theresa Nist! She shares her hot takes on the new season of Bachelor in Paradise and she holds nothing back when asked about the next Golden Bachelor Mel Owens!Plus, we get an answer on if Theresa would want to be the next Golden Bachelorette, and if she would be more “affectionate” than people expect! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Dogs, Pigs, and Elephants”…OUCH!! One of our hosts reveals this was the description of a sorority during her rush experience. Were our hosts in “top tier” houses and what does that even mean?? College Rush is a tradition that spans generations and we’re uncovering decades of ‘Dirty Rush’ rituals. In their debut episode, our favorite sorority girls come clean about their reasons for going Greek.   Does the sisterhood sound like the coolest girls club ever? Or does becoming a pledge make you want to puke?  Call us at 844-278-RUSH Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Bachelor Nation OG Bob Guiney spends a lot of time with Trista Sutter, but now he’s ready to catch up with her better half, Bob's former Bachelorette competition, Ryan Sutter!Ryan and Bob share some memories that probably should have stayed secret from their time as roommates during Trista’s season. Ryan and Bob reminisce about their mansion days, and the guys bond over their next chapter as fathers.Plus, find out what strategy led Ryan and Trista to winning the Almost Famous Pickleball Tournament in Lake Tahoe!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leslie and Theresa might have competed against one another on "The Golden Bachelor," but these two single gals are now thick as thieves! These Golden Girls tell Jennifer Fessler why they're tired of being called "cute" and why the older crew brought the heat to the beach on Bachelor in Paradise. Should you FaceTime before a date? The ladies are giving their unfiltered opinions. 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.

What happens when two OG Bachelorettes get together in Lake Tahoe?? A lot of pickleball and a lot of spilled tea! DeAnna Stagliano is hanging out with Trista Sutter, and she’s ready to reveal some of the best-kept travel secrets from her years as a private flight attendant. You won’t believe what you should NEVER order from the drink menu on a plane!Plus, somehow we get into their WikiFeet scores… and we find out which Bachelorette has a higher rating!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Golden Bachelor superstar Leslie Fhima is back from Paradise, and she’s hanging in Lake Tahoe with Ben for the Almost Famous Pickleball Tournament! Leslie reveals why she was disappointed when she hit the sand in Paradise, we get an update on her relationship with Gerry Turner and whether she plans on reading his upcoming memoir, and we get her take on those controversial comments from Golden Bachelor Mel Owens. Plus, Leslie shares the story of how she has the most intimidating ex-boyfriend in Bachelor history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Levingston is the hottest commodity on the beach at "Bachelor in Paradise" and he's sitting down with Bob Guiney in Lake Tahoe to talk all about it! Gary is giving a recap of the pickleball tournament he played in alongside a former leggy date!From what constitutes as cheating to his thoughts on intimacy on the first date - Gary is giving us his wise opinion on love and life. 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.

Trista and Ryan Sutter are live from the Almost Famous Pickleball Tournament in Lake Tahoe! The event was Trista’s idea!Find out why Trista missed her son’s 18th birthday party, and Ryan doesn’t hold back when piling on the guilt. Plus, Trista dressed up as a grandma to celebrate one of our favorite members of Bachelor Nation and she’s ready to spill all the details!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley have Paradise superstar Tahzjuan Hawkins to help recap episode 5 of Bachelor in Paradise!The temp is rising on the beaches of Paradise, but the hottest commodity is Gary Levingston! How will he handle all the Golden attention?? Meanwhile... are Jonathon and Lea giving friend zone?? Where is the chemistry??Plus, we try to figure out if the missing element in Paradise is “sweat”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are hanging out with Hakeem Moulton, the Bachelor in Paradise star who left too soon! Hakeem sheds some light on why his time on the beach was so short-lived, and we find out which of the cast inspired him to be on the show in the first place!Is Hakeem spilling about what went wrong between his best friend Grant and Juliana??Plus, Hakeem shares his notso "secret" connection to some Mormon wives and why he’s on the guest list for their exclusive parties!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The OG OC legends return, Gretchen Rossi and Slade Smiley, for a conversation that dives into karma, betrayal, and reconciliation. After 16 years together, does this couple feel vindicated after so many people said they'd never make it?Amy & TJ ask the question everyone wants to know - why haven't they gotten married after being engaged for 12 years?!Plus, find out why the word "divorce" is getting tossed around at night time in their house!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.

Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are hanging out with season 5 Bachelorette Jillian Harris! We get a full preview of her upcoming wedding that's been 8 years in the making! Jillian opens up about how much she enjoyed being single, but ultimately found someone she wanted to share her life with, which completely rewrote her rules on relationships. Plus, Jillian tells us why she and her fiancé co-wrote a children's book, and how her Jilly Box business became bigger than she could have ever dreamed!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley is joined by her pal Jade Roper Tolbert to break down the latest Bachelor Nation headlines and take us behind the scenes of the new Backstreet Boys show at the Las Vegas Sphere!Ashley and Jade share their reactions to the latest episodes of Bachelor in Paradise, and we hear their shocking theory about the true motive of the Goldens on the beach. What's trending? Bachelor alums hosting dating shows - and one has Ashley feeling major FOMO!And, we have an update on the fate of our next Golden Bachelor, Mel Owens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly Bensimon is joined by the star of Netflix's "My Unorthodox Life" Julia Haart, to deep dive into religion and relationships! Spitfire Julia is in the throes of her second divorce, and she's not holding back on what she wants this time around! From why she left her ultra orthodox community, to the new rule her family has when it comes to dating, no topic is off limits.These two powerful women discuss their journeys of perseverance, which will leave you inspired! 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 Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are catching up with a superstar from Jason Mesnick’s season, and Season 5 Bachelorette: Jillian Harris! Jillian opens up about how she handled the tabloid fodder after the downfall of her relationship post-show and reflects on the heartbreak years later. What happened to her engagement ring she got on the show? Jillian is spilling details! Plus, is this interior designer going to be popping up on the Bachelor mansion renovation TV show? Trista and Bob are getting the answers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Bachelorette and Paradise contestant, Rachel Recchia, joins Ben to recap episode 4 of Bachelor in Paradise!More Goldens have arrived, and things are heating up! But how do we feel about seeing the Goldens take body shots?? Ben has a hot take about Kat and Dale’s quarrel, and we try to get to the bottom of “deaded it”. Plus, some couples are sharing their hearts, while others share their gum, and we’re breaking down every dramatic detail on the Almost Famous podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Golden Bachelor favorites, and friends, Susan Noles and Theresa Nist, are giving great girlfriend-approved advice! They're talking about how to avoid being scammed when dating, how to get back out there after losing a partner, and ways to meet people if you live in a small town. Plus, the women give their unfiltered thoughts on the new season of Bachelor in Paradise, and their honest opinions on those ageist comments new Golden Bachelor, Mel Owens, recently made! And Susan and Theresa have a unique idea that producers should implement on Mel's upcoming season!  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.

Kelly Bensimon is joined by her daughter, Teddy, to get a fresh perspective when it comes to navigating relationships in her "I Do Part 2" era. Does Teddy think Kelly should get remarried? Is Kelly picking the right men? Teddy is NOT holding back with her unfiltered opinions on her mom's love life!  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.

Ashley is joined by special guest and Bachelor in Paradise veteran - her hubs, Jared!  They have scorching hot takes on why Susie should have stayed, the role of the Goldens, and what should REALLY happen with the cash prize. We break down the latest Bachelor Nation headlines, including an engagement on a nude beach, and which recently booted cast members from Paradise are now fueling dating rumors!Plus, are Ashley and Jared working on a new TV show?! They're giving us all the tea!Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on Instagram!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Goldens have landed! Ben and Ashley are breaking down episode 3 of Bachelor in Paradise season 10, which might be one of the horniest episodes in Bachelor history. Which side are you on in the Lexi/Justin drama?? Ben has a theory about why things are shaking up so early in the season. Ashley shares her hypothesis about Kathy’s secret and we share our reactions to Susie’s sudden departure! Did we mention things get horny??   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are back to recap the 2nd episode of Bachelor in Paradise season 10! This episode could be an improvement, but what do our Bachelor experts really think of the changes and upgrades?? We make it through the “chemistry tests” while patiently waiting for someone to bring up Dale’s relationship with Clare... Plus, find out which dramatic entrance had Bob on the edge of his seat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fatigued with the dating apps? Single bachelor J.D. continues his conversation with single gal Louise to talk practical tips to meet men in real life.Do guys REALLY care about how many (or few) men you've slept with? Is not being able to cook a deal breaker? Do men want to get married again in their 50's post-divorce? J.D. has the answers you've been wanting!Plus, these single divorcées have an interesting take on the current trend of sleeping in separate bedrooms!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 Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are ready to cast their dream Bachelor season with some unexpected celebrities! You’ll never believe who they choose as the lead… and who is the villain! And it’s up to YOU to choose the best season!   Plus, Bob and Trista share their unfiltered reactions to the new season of Bachelor in Paradise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Real-life single gal Louise is joined by listener favorite, single stud J.D., for more insight into how men think, and this time he's answering YOUR questions! J.D. advises women on a dating habit they should stop doing on dates because it's not as "charming" as they might assume. Plus, in your part 2 era, how do you navigate dating more than one person at a time? Louise and J.D. give their opinions!   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! The Bachelor is returning for season 30, but Ashley doesn’t want the obvious choices. Who do you think will be the next lead??The next Golden Bachelor has made his preferences clear, long before the show’s premiere! Will he even make it to filming??   Plus, which Bachelor Nation alum are we speculating is the host of a new TV show?? Listen to find out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first episode of the “new version” of Bachelor in Paradise has aired, but what do people REALLY think?? Ben and Ashley share reactions from all over Bachelor Nation and we find out what worked… and what missed the mark.   Ashley feels that the biggest flaw of Paradise is one of the biggest changes! We try to figure out why Dale Moss is being placed on a pedestal, what are they planning?? And is the cash prize taking away from the “love” aspect of Bachelor in Paradise?   Plus, we have low hopes for how much Hannah Brown we’ll actually see this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve made it to the beach of the *new* version of Bachelor in Paradise, but things aren’t as magical as they seem… Ben and Ashley break down all the changes in the new season, from the good to the bad.   So far, it feels more like “Love Island” than Bachelor in Paradise, but can the two shows coexist?? Ben and Ashley hold nothing back when discussing the couples in the new resort, including another look at Justin and Susie’s relationship timeline, and an early prediction on Jess and Spencer.   Plus, will the addition of “life changing money” be the shot in the arm the franchise needs??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mentors Cheryl Burke, Kelly Bensimon, Alexia Nepola, and Jennifer Fessler are catching up on their plans for the 4th of July holiday! 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 Bachelor Nation OG Trista Sutter has an Infamous revisit from Ali Fedotowsky’s season with Kasey Kahl!Kasey bares all, from the intense fallout after getting his tattoo, to how serenading Ali came about, to the discovery of how far the producer manipulation reaches. And of course, we have to hear about what happened on the glacier! Plus, what’s a “war board room” in Bachelor world?? Kasey tells us what he WASN’T supposed to see behind the scenes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy 4th of July! Ben and Ashley take us through their summer holiday plans, their favorite foods, and we have some early predictions for next season of The Golden Bachelor! Plus, we’re joined by a special surprise guest!Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on Instagram @almost_famouspodcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cheryl is catching up with her producer, filling her in on what happened when she attended a recent wedding solo, and the MEN (yes, more than one) that caught her attention! Then, Cheryl is in the hot seat when her producer tries to play matchmaker and set her up with an eligible bachelor who was recently on the pod!  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.

When we talk about Bachelor Villains, one name rises above the rest… and that’s Corinne Olympios. The breakout star of Nick Viall’s season joins Ben to go beyond the rose petals and hear the true stories from her time on The Bachelor.Corinne spills all about what happened when she visited Nick’s hotel room that fateful night. We hear the honest answer about who she got along with on and off the show, and we get Corinne’s side of why she took a nap during an unforgettable rose ceremony!   Plus, what REALLY went down on her infamous season of Bachelor in Paradise?? It could shake up all of Bachelor Nation! And we get an update on her current relationship status! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Housewives stars Alexia Nepola and Jennifer Fessler are joining forces to give you the latest in divorce news! Which A-list celeb is having his own "gray" divorce? (And some tips on how to navigate your own silver situation). Plus, Alexia explains how watching her own marital issues play out on camera, right now, makes her feel! And, the women give their thoughts on fellow housewife Porsha Williams' post-divorce interview.   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.

Grant Ellis has reacted to our breakdown of his “I’m not heartbroken” statement, but quickly deleted his comment! We have receipts!    Plus, Ben brings his unique perspective to the situation and offers Grant some advice from Bachelor to Bachelor!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley is joined by our Bachelor Nation OG Trista Sutter to break down the latest in Bachelor headlines! We analyze how Grant Ellis is reacting after his split from Juliana Pasquarosa, and what his “I’m not heart broken” post could possibly mean. Hannah Ann Sluss is pregnant and you HAVE to hear how she told her bestie the good news.  And Zac Clark’s secret nickname for Kaitlyn Bristowe may have been revealed in a casual comment… could there be more going on??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What constitutes cheating? Jana Kramer and her husband Allan debate this issue that is top of mind for I Do Part 2ers!And, is porn a must do or hard pass for married couples?!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 Bachelor Nation OG Bob Guiney is heading back to Ali Fedotowsky's season and catching up with the runner-up, Chris Lambton!He didn't win Ali's heart in 2010,  but you have to hear the story that brought Chris to his true love... who is also part of Bachelor Nation!And we HAVE to ask Chris an important question as a landscaping pro, will he join in on renovating the Bachelor Mansion??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana Kramer is joined by her husband Allan to deep dive into topics they've never talked about before!Was Allan scared of Jana's "baggage"? When they first hooked up - who did they tell after the fact? Was Allan's athletic career a red flag for Jana?This I Do Part 2 couple is spilling all the tea!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 braving the thorns to explore some of the Bachelor Nation icons that gave new meaning to the word “villain”. But in this deep dive, they explore...was Luke Parker the villain of Hannah Brown's season, or was he simply misunderstood? You be the judge! Luke gets real about how he handled the social media hate and backlash from fans, while looking back on how his actions led to one of the hardest challenges he’s ever faced. Plus, was there more to the conversation he had with Hannah about the Fantasy Suite??? Follow The Almost Famous Podcast on Instagram!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben took 40 friends on a golf trip and some of our favorite Bachelor Nation guys came to hit the links! We get all the drama that went down on the course from Dean Unglert, “Grocery Store” Joe Amabile, and Zac Clark.   We find out why Joe can’t stay away from stuff he’s bad at, Zac recalls a swing…and a miss, and Dean reveals why he’s falling further away from “Bachelor World”. Find out what really goes down on the course when Bachelor boys get together, only here on the Almost Famous podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Besties Thelma & Louise are back - and this time they're joined by a single, eligible, divorced bachelor “J.D.”, to get a man's perspective on dating I do's and don'ts!From hobbies that men find sexy to fashion they like, to if debt is REALLY a turn off - J.D. is giving you ALL the info so you can date in your chapter 2 with confidence! 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.

Another Bachelor Nation relationship has called it quits, and Bob Guiney is here to break down every detail! From their separate break up statements, to their choice in pictures, to the subtle hints leading up to the announcement...Bob is covering it all!   Plus, Bob gets you up to speed on which former Bachelor Nation star recently DID make it down the aisle! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Ashley are your source for the latest in Bachelor Nation headlines! We hear Ashley’s expert opinion on what the Bachelor in Paradise cast announcement REALLY means, and they share a shocking prediction for what’s to come. Another Bachelor success story has walked down the aisle, and a controversial relationship between two reality stars has now officially ended… after keeping fans guessing for months!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennie Garth and Jana Kramer are playing matchmaker! These two sit down with former "Bachelorette" winner JP Rosenbaum to hear how he and his ex-wife are co-parenting, how hard dating is in Miami, and what he's looking for in his chapter 2! Plus, JP gives the details women want to know - he's giving you the truth about what women should have (and should avoid) on their dating profiles! 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 new season of Bachelor in Paradise is coming… and we have a sneak peek directly from the source! Hannah Brown is hanging out with Ashley and giving us all the tea about the new beach location, the new production team, and her new role!   Find out exactly what Hannah’s doing as the “Champagne Girl” and what the vibes are like between the Goldens and the younger cast!   Plus, we get to hear all about her upcoming wedding and Hannah’s next novel!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.