Bachademia

WelcomeQuestions of the day: In honor of Mari and Kenny's super real, not at all fake and staged wedding with none of their friends and family and full of absolute strangers…What is your all time favorite fake television wedding?We made it. The end of another season of Bachelor in Paradise.This was a freaking THREE HOUR EPISODE. No thank youMari/Kenny Wedding-was Wells your favorite part too?Conspiracy-do you think the producers told them if they did a fake ceremony on the show, their actual wedding with people they love and care about would be paid for by the franchise?Oh look…Blake is back…Couples not making it through the first 5 min: Jess and TannerCouples not making it past the wedding: Mercedes and that guy who nobody knows…aka…JordanFinal Five Couples-Jess says they have to make a decision. Almost everyone panics.Kylee and AvenSam and PeterOlivia and MIchaelEliza and Aaron are heading to fantasy suitesKat and John Henry are heading to fantasy suitesA montage of the last ten weeks using one of my favorite songs happens next. (Waiting for a Star to Fall) and then recaps. The Aven/Kylee one is awkward…better than the entire season-they also make fun of Blake's obsession with being in the franchise-Aaron and Eliza have hit a speedbump-no more detailsKat and JH are happily engagedJesse Palmer and his wife are expectingLessons Learned?  City Shout Out - Sovereign Nation of BachelorFarewell

WelcomeQuestions of the day: What is your most awkward meeting family story?Golden Bachelor:LeslieShe shows up to the “Meet the family” pretty confident and seems to really wow them. Thoughts about the interaction? What advice would you give to someone when meeting the family?The daughters seemed worried Leslie isn't ready to accept a proposal…did you get that vibe?They go to the last chance date and Gerry is off..,which we later find out is because he has decided she is not the one.How do you think he handled this?It seemed like he said some stuff in the fantasy suite that really made her think she had it in the bag?Their AfFR convo was amicable, but she still seemed hurt. How do you think she will rebound? Will she be the first women's GBThereasa Turns out Gary is really into her! This was a real topsy turvy.She got along great with the family, he proposed, she said yes…Are we surprised? At the AtFR they say they are getting married in January. What is the pre-mortem on this?Why will they work out?Why wont they work out?BiPWe pick up with Jess&Blake melting down (I have thoughts)I feel like Blake wanted out and basically put in on her for not being totally into their relationship?Does she have to be? Do you think Blake would have been all in if she didn't?Mercedes and TylerEveryone knows Tyler isn't into our girl Mercedes. So she confronts him and he says as much, but also is like “I want to stay in paradise a bit longer, so can we just like hangout?” She says no and Tyler leaves. Any last thoughts for Tyler?Rachel Nicole seems locked on Jordan, he isn't that into her (hint he is into Mercedes)....So we got a level five cluster “F” and everyone is scrambling for a date.Brayden and Tanner hit up JessTaylor hits up MercedesThoughts on the musical chairs?Rose ceremony…All the other couples give roses as we would expectJess goes with Tanner, which sends Brayden home and even more embarrassingly Taylor thinks he got call…is this the most embarrassing thing that can happen in paradise?Thoughts on this pairing?Mercedes goes with Jordan…which takes Rachel Nicoles man…Thoughts on Mercedes and Jordan's connection?Rachel Nicole goes home crying again…is this the last we see of her on the Bachelor franchises?Lessons Learned?  City Shout OUt - AmsterdamFarewell

WelcomeQuestion of the day: What is your favorite euphemism for sex?Golden Bachelor:Fantasy Suites-Jesse is super uncomfortable-Is it weird to think about your parents having sexLeslee and Gerry-adventure date with rappelling. Gerry asks Leslee why she hasn't asked any hard questions so she asks when was the last night they had sex. But it's clear he wants to actually have a discussion Gerry tells Leslee that he thinks she's the one, so if he ends up not picking her, it's going to be really badThoughts on their time together?Teresa and Gerry-horseback riding in silenceTeresa tells Gerry that she is in love and he doesn't want to hurt her feelings but he can't stop thinking about Leslee and what she's doingWe find out that Teresa is a boss ass bitch and she says she'll retire if this works out with Gerry-And Gerry seems pretty turned on by her career mWe had found out that Gerry retired at 55-how is this even possible? And what did he do for the last fifteen years?Gerry is now back in. Thoughts on their time together?Is Gerry going to have a breakdown? He has told both of them that he loves them. But he also says he has made his decision. Is it going to be awful for who he did pick to watch this episode?BiP We start with Olivia getting ready to go on her 1:1 date with the new guy, Michael, the new guy who's name she doesn't know

WelcomeQuestion of the day: What was cool when you were young but isn't cool now?Golden Bachelor:Overall vibe differences?Kathy talks about her interactions. She said she could have been more delicate. The women really seem to like her. Are you moved? Did your opinion change?Joan talks about her feeling of leaving early due to her daughter's pregnancy complications. Thoughts? I kind of thought she wanted out…Faith goes home!!!!! I am actually shocked, what happened? Who is Gerry picking?BiPCharity and tells Eliza Aaron is a dog and seems to not really hold Aaron to account. First did you think she should have been more honest with Aaron about what she told Eliza? Aaron and Eliza seem to be good…thoughts?Kat goes after John Henry. Olivia tells John she really likes him. John says aww shucks and sucks face with Kat…it's on.First who wins in a fight Kat or Olivia?I don't think John Henry is really bright, maybe him and Kat are great for each other? What matches well between them?What did you think of John's apology?Blake and Jess are back together…I agree with Kim…Black a dog.Cocktail party goes as planned, except Brayden gives Olivia (because Beca flakes) his rose and Davia goes home (Tanner became the “it” boy). Any Shockers?Michael…who the hell is Michael? Will he pick Olivia? Lessons learnedCity Shout outGoodbye

WelcomeQuestion of the day: What TV show dad would you most like to become a bonus grandparent?Golden BachelorTheresa's HTWhat do we think about his interaction with the kids? I felt like it was awkward?Gerry said he was in-love with Theresa...bombshell is she the only one?Faith's HTShe loves horses and Gerry seemed OK with them…is this a stumbling block? Horse people are weird…do you have to like all of the same things your partner does?They kind of whispered I love to each other…is Gerry telling  everyone he loves them?Leslie's HTLeslie's brother Stuart seemed to be the person to convince. Do you think that should be the family's role? Especially with older contestants?He called her wife material…we got a pickleGerry runs off crying…what is going to happen?BiPTanner comes back and Kat is mad! Tanner had a great time with Davia and basically is like thanks but no thanks Kat…Kat says she doesn't careDo you think Tanner handled this right? Could you date Kat?Kat has like a 20second regeneration period and is makin' do me eyes at John Henery. John H is like “awww shucks” which makes Kat want him more. But also Olivia wants him…trouble in paradiseThoughts on the Olivia vs Kat situation? Who is JH better suited for?Blake and Jess are at a crossroads. Basically, Jess isn't sold and Blake doesn't want to commit unless it is a sure thing. Enter Genevie. Blake says Jess isn't sure so he “has” to go on the date, which makes Jess fore lorn. Is Blake following the “rules” of paradise?Thoughts?But…Tyler takes the opportunity to lay the mack down of Jess and she is with it! Is this an OK move? Jess is totally cool with it, but Mercedes doesn't seem to know about it. We got a love pentagon! How do they sort this out? How is Mercedes doing in all this?Brayden gets pulled by Becca and because Brayden is a golden retriever he loves Becca…Rachel Nicole is sad. Who is a better fit for the Brayden-retriver? Of course he freestyle raps…of course…Kat is still stirring up shit and tells Eliza that Aaron a dog and she is concerned. Aaron says he is not a dog and lets Kat know that too. But, then Charity come in!!!!What do you think Charity will say? Lessons learned?City ShoutoutGoodbye

It's another ladies episode! Elaine, Kim and Kelsey discuss birthdays, areas of interest, and body glitter. 

Welcome!Question of the day: Have you ever faked an injury or illness to either get out of something or spend time with someone?Golden BachelorTrista shows up, no idea what this added to the show?Pickleball - faking an injury, deviously brilliant or dirty pool?I appreciated this date! Seemed like they all had fun and managed to not get snippy. No surprise Ellen (pickleball co-captain) prevailed.Thoughts?Theresa and Kathy continue to snipe at each other. Who is the villain here? (I kind feel like Kathy could be on real grandmothers of New Jersey)What did you think about Kathy saying she heard Gerry was going to cut Theresa?Thoughts on Gerry's handling of the situation?Leslie gets an ATV date:Gerry loves to drive fast and Leslie is not a fan. Kim-would this be a date you would like?Gerry has a tattoo?How are they vibing?Never have I ever?Cocktail partyNancy Self eliminates…I thought this was well played by all.Kathy and April go home. I am bummed Kathy didn't stay longer.BiPSam can't poop, I don't mind toilet talk so let's get this out of our system ;-)John Henry shows up and takes Olivia on a date.Thoughts on Olivia having a sidebar with Peter?Thoughts on the date? Do they have the juice?John B shows up and takes Eliza on a date….Aaron B is shooketh.Tyler explains this isn't tennis and people need to not just go on dates to get back at others…what?Thoughts on John B and Eliza?Thoughts on the truth box?Peter seems to have had a mental break and smashes the box?Brayden gonna Brayden and puts Sean in a bind…Is Brayden stirring shit? Does Sean have a right to be mad? They seem not to care about Rachel's opinionKat just loses her mind because she did not blindside Brayden…thoughts on Kat?Lessons Learned?City Shout outSign off

Golden Bachelor in Paradise S11E3WelcomeIntroductions of our guest co-hosts Elaine (welcome back!) and Kelsey (welcome!)Question of the Week: Have you ever participated in a talent show and what was your talent. And if you haven't, what would your talent be?Golden BachelorFeatured Ladies This Week are Joan, Ellen, and Chaos Queen Kathy (+ Theresa)Boomers gonna Boomer - Kathy-is she caring or manipulative? Teresa-clueless or devious?Rose Ceremony: Goodbye Edith and blonde lady who I have zero memory of named ChristinaWho do you think are looking the strongest right now? Will next week's Pickleball tournament be an orthopedic surgeon's dream?Bachelor in ParadiseTwo new guys on the island: Tanner and Tyler. Who immediately pull Kat and Mercedes. Will and Brayden are broken. Do they…not understand how the show works? Mercedes is Dead Eyed no more :) Tanner and Kat go for a horse ride on the beach. Mercedes and Tyler get fireworks.Chaos Creators of the Week: Sam's intestines. Girl-from me to you- get someone to send you a bottle of magnesium citrate. You are welcome. Also Aaron gets lots of boyfriend points from me.Wells advice of the week: Stop going out with girls who like other guysNo rose ceremony this week, but the ladies are in controlAre Jess and Sam's bathroom issues the most relatable vacation bummer power through situation ever?Lessons Learned 

WelcomeQuestion of the Week: if you could be in a dance montage, what song would you want to dance in a group to?Golden BachelorFeatured Ladies This WeekFranco's back! Things we have in common: hearing aids and dead spouses. Shouldn't there be…other stuff?I already miss Marina and NatashaBachelor in ParadiseAven and Kylee date-bottle opener: 1, Aven: 0Producers…what the hell? Hannah, really? There's only one Hurricane Hanna and she is me.Chaos Creators of the Week: Hannah B and the boring white guy dancing in the backgroundBest Wells MomentMercedes Dead Eye but rose securedAdios blondesLessons Learned City Shout out Tokyo—

WelcomeQuestions of the day: What is your halloween costume this year?Let's get down to businessGolden Bachelor: do we still love him?What is he looking for? Totally different sitch, he has met “the love of his life” grieved her and has family from that relationship.What do we think about the ladies?Is it more or less cringe when they do the weird gimmicks?Predictions?Bachelor in ParadiseWho were we excited to see?Who do we still want to see?I thought it was interesting that everyone knows Rachel/Nicole and she keeps talking bout her “previous experience.” Then there was the other lady that no one knew. What is more of an advantage?We should talk about the lady that was mad the guy she kissed went on a date with the other girl (I don't have a prompt question in case anyone wants to add thoughts or a question)-she acted like he was already cheating on her, but isn't that the entire point of BiP? Also…toes…fetishes…coming out strong on a ‘first date'...What do we make of Brayden?Predictions? Lessons Learned City Shout out -- La Vista, Nebraska

Welcome- You've got ALL THREE of us!Question of the day: Spoiler alert…Who would you have chosen to be the Bachelor next season from this season if Joey had said no?Recap that is more than 2 minutes but less than 8 minutes. Probably.Concepts:Aaron: What are our thoughts about Aaron?  Was he on here the whole time to get either The Bachelor or Bachelor in Paradise…aka…NOT HERE FOR THE RIGHT REASONS?Family: Charity wants her mom to make the decision for her. Her mom is giving her a hard no. Joey Proposal…oofIt was so awkward-they shouldn't let the guys do the full proposal when they know they aren't the oneDotun Proposal…ooh la laThe New Bachelor…train wreck? Smash hit? (I googled tennis terms) That girl was an obvious plantWhat do we think the envelope says?Do you think Joey's dads will get a lot of air time since they weren't on this season?Danielle's Dish Bill's BeefLet's talk about Joey! I think a lot of people would want someone so singularly devoted to their interests…but what does the data say???Lessons learnedDanielleBillKim City ShoutoutNewton, IA

WelcomeQuestion of the day: What is/was your favorite thing about going back to school?RecapConcepts:Brayden - I just don't know what to think about the dude. He seems aware that he can rub people the wrong way, but also seems to have no problem with it…. Thoughts? What about how the guys spoke of him?Are you convinced that Brayden should apologize for coming back in? He said it was just to apologize, not get back in the game….Not related, but how awkward was Sean's stage storming?Xavier - He tried to explain what went down on the last date. I could barely watch the episode he was sent home on, it was a cringer…did you feel like he better explained his position?Charity really held her ground on her feelings about that last date, I thought it was great. Your thoughts?Golden Bachelor - I am pumpedFirst thoughts?Do you think Elaine will lose her mind with all the jokes about old people?What are you most excited about for this seasonPredictions for the end of Charity's season?Danielle's Dish Authenticity and villains. Are villains just too real for reality tv?Lessons learnedCity ShoutoutBrooklyn, NY and Brooklyn IA

WelcomeQuestion of the day: What is your dream place to travel? What is the place they would send you and you would be like…hard passRecapConcepts:Xavier - Oh boy….first what was with the green sweater t-shirt? Let's talk about cheating…Once a cheater, always a cheater?Did he say he wouldn't cheat anymore?Is it OK to say you won't cheat on your future wife, but girlfriends are different?Joey - How are we feeling about Joey after this? He seems to have this innocence about him. Is it cute or concerning?She loves everyoneI think this is the first time a contestant has said I love you to multiple people.Is this OK? She seems like she was ready to say she loves Aaron…is she love drunk?Kim's Korner The Bachelorette as a teaching guide?Lessons learnedCity ShoutoutCabo Frio, Rio de Janeiro - 

WelcomeQuestion of the day: Who in your family would make for the best TV if you did a hometown?RecapConcepts:Dotun's family loved her, like almost too muchIs it a good thing to have a family love you this much? I always think it is a tough line between letting a possible in-law know you like them, but not being overbearing, it makes a break up harderJoey is smitten, but man his family is not soldWhat parents of Joey are not showing? What was with the crying at the end of the date? She kept him…Aaron the consensus at the Hennibaugh how was that Aaron and her were not a great match, but Joey should go homeAaron seems committed, but what was giving us the “ick?”Danielle's DishPerformative role taking...Lessons learnedCity ShoutoutFort Collins, Co -

Welcome to Bachademia. Danielle and Kim in the house and we are ready to tear it up. The Bachelorette is down to the final 6 and we have opinions. LOL. Before we jump into things: this week they went to NOLA– which is one of my favorite places. My question is this: is there a city that you'd just refuse to go to? Recap: The episode begins with Joey and Charity going on a one-on-one in NOLA . They do lots of NOLA like things: horse ride. Beignets. Then they have dinner and Charity brings up that hometowns are soon and asks Joey his position on being in an interracial relationship. He says some generic stuff that seems good enough for Charity, he tells he is falling in love, he gets a rose. Then we have a two on one with Tanner and Sean. Here we meet Captain Tom– I guess they had the city date and now they are having their Cajun date and alligators. Sean is outgoing and a bit obnoxious. Charity mostly seems to like it over Tanner being an introvert. Sean is there to hit his goals– which is Charity. Charity decides not to give out a rose but also not send them home. Tanner is relieved. Sean is upset. This kicks off his downward spiral. Back at the hotel, Aaron is also starting to unravel. He wanted a date darnit and this is his hometown. But Dotun gets the next one-on-one. They do a fun run. They are lovely together. He says he's falling in love. He gets a rose. Sean continues to spiral and decides he needs answers and the answer is Charity is just not into him. He goes home. This leaves Xavier, Aaron, and Tanner to go on a date. At this point it is pretty clear that Tanner isn't coming out of this with a rose. Xavier admits he may not be ready to commit to one person. I think this is going to come back up which is a bummer because he knits but he makes it through. Tanner goes home. End of episode. Honestly pretty low-key episode. So let's get into ti: Joey: What are your thoughts about his response to her question about interracial relationships? Realistic or doods never thought about it?What's wrong with Tanner?Aaron- is his unraveling a red flag?Xavier- any chance? Kim's Korner: Running as a date/Families who 5K/My body won't let me run anymore and I'm sad (laugh cries)I'm going with Dotun and Joey as the final two. Your predictions? 

WelcomeQuestion of the day: What is an odd non-negotiable you have for a partner?Kim's More Than Two Minute RecapConcepts:She seemed to really vibe with Dotun - thoughts on their chemistry?They did do something really heart racing and there is research that it can lead to misattribution of attraction…are we seeing this?BraydenIs he really that immature? I do not trust his mushroom eating…What redeemable qualities does he have?I was uncomfortable with the way they drove him out with pitchforks on the drunk bus…you?XavierThat date was weird…why?Do we think they are a good match?Where is the line between a type and liking a fatal flaw?Kim's KornerWhat Wilderness Skills actually are useful in a relationship and why were the child actors so scary?Lessons learnedCity ShoutoutPristina, Kosovo - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pristina

Welcome to Bachademai! Bill and Danielle here today! Woof was there some Braydon drama this week and Bill and I are going give our best bachademia insights on this hot mess. But before we beginQuestion of the day: Which barbie are you? I did a quiz from buzzfeed and this is what I gotYou are Anneliese! (Who is this? is this a real Barbie?)Just like Princess Anneliese, you are kind and loved by all for your constant desire to help others. You can be a little naïve at times but that's only because you've lived a bit of a sheltered life. That shouldn't let anyone fool you, though, because you are very smart and specifically love science. You are the definition of "prim and proper" and always act to the benefit of others...even if that means putting your own interests aside. Overall, you're smart, loving, and incredibly kind.Recap:Questions:Phew. Given you are our relationship expert, were those red flags we saw on Breyden's one-on-one? (Did you see Charity's tweet: Two of my facoite things: black eyes and red flags?)Why do you think the guys got so upset with Sean? Warranted? The internet loves Xavier's knitting. Knitting is it an aphrodisiac? Xavier or John, who you dating? (WEll, you know what i mean)Bill's Banter? Why was WAwrick's dates so awkward???Is what Breyden's saying wild and a red flag or we all playing under Bachelorette rules? How long do you think he will last.Any remaining insights? Shout out - Gravesend, New York

Welcome to Bachademai! Y'll got me and Kim coming at you with all the deep insights on this season of the Bachelorette. How's it going Kim? So hear me out, there is something about this seasons contestants that feel very boy band to me. I don't know if it is all the 90s hair or what. Kim inspired me to read the Jessica Simpson autobiography earlier this year, so I feel like I learned a lot about boy bands.Question of the day:  If you were able to organize a boy band and produce their music what would you name the band?Recap:Let's start with the Aaron B date.  Thoughts on the double-sided coin. Romantic or a little magician-y? Also, Hollywood Sign date: cool or boring?Dodge Bowl: Thoughts on the speedos? Caleb, Adrian, Xavier. Who deserved MVP? Thoughts on John getting the group date rose? Thoughts on Adrian. Should he be dishing out stuff about Braydon?The Record Breaking Kiss. Do you think she and Joey have a thing for each other? (I think he's the puppy dog of the season. Remember the weird but completely smitten magician a few seasons back. Like you know he'd do anything for Charity but it feels one sided).Kim's Corner-We're doing a full on boy band deep dive, baby!Chapstick. Danielle's random notes:Braydon is really riding on that first impression rose high. Aaron B- Gets a one-on-one. Old school music or contemporary beats. Military backgrounds.Thoughts on a double sided coin? Hollywood sign date: cool or boring? Charity's therapist background really shows itself in the way she asks questions.Hear me out: so many of these guys have strong boy band vibes. What do you think that means for the guy's relationship in the house? Dodge Bowl. Thoughts on the speedos. Can we at least appreciate the 90s colors. I can't believe we are doing this when Yosef has a daughter at home! I love the crowd almost gets nailed with the balls. Xavier rocking his camp dodge ball skills. I wanna know more about their sharpie tats.Caleb is definitely a wild waters raft instructor in Colorado, right? Or he's in WWE. It's a toss up. OMG He really is a pro wrestler. The Bachelorette, breaking stereotypes with complex characters. Adrian MVP.John-bball. He's super cute.I really appreciated their conversation about what a rose represents. Adrian is a man. He has a daughter. Serious vs. Play. Did Adrian stir up drama? What it warranted. Kiss record breaking– Joey thoughts? I feel like Joey is the puppy dog of the season. He's the really sweet guy that is just smitten with Charity Sean- so you've made out with her longer than I spoken with her so that sucks. LOLBrayden is way too mentally fragile for this. It is episode 2 and he's unraveling. Lord. Ya'll these men and their chapstick. Brayden/Adrian Drama– thoughts? Rose ceremony: I was so sad Harvard boy with the beautiful lashes went home. 

Welcome!Updates on LifeQuestion of the week: What TV character would you least like to have attend a birthday get away with your friends?2 minute recapInitial thoughts on Charity?What do you like about her?What blindspots might she have?Thoughts on the men:Who do you like?Who do you nothing?Potential villains?Potential front runners?Kim's Korner (Kim use this as your concept..I just like to call this Kim's corner)Who got eliminated: Lessons learned from Episode 1City Shout out: Grand Rapids, MichiganGoodbye

Welcome! How we doing?Question of the day…2 minute recapConcepts:Kim; the insane amount of Outdoor Showering. Why? So much Why?DanielleBill - So, let's talk about sex..baby. DanielleKim: to save the franchise, you have to get rid of The Bachelor and only do The Bachelorette and Bachelor in ParadiseBill - Sean Lowe is everyone as annoyed as I am?Lessons learnedCity Shoutout: Star City, Arkansas - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_City,_ArkansasHappy spring!

Welcome to Bachademia. We are about to have a snowy spring break. I've got Kim with me. She's the bee's knees. I've never understood that phrase. Do bee's have knees? Are they nice knees? Kim is amazing and I've missed her. How's life Kim? Today's question: have you ever written or received a cringy love note?Recap: They go to Budapest. We learn Greer has recovered from Covid but things don't seem promising. But Zach's a nice guy, so he strings her along. He asks Kaity on a second one-on-one.  They walk around and almost share personal information with each other– like Zach's genealogy. They write each other love letters that I have feelings about but the letters themselves had no feeling. That night, Zach describes himself as flabbergasted. Kaity talks about how men in her life have always left her. She cries. We learn nothing about Zach or his family. Somewhere along the way, Greer flies to Budapest to get dumped. They announce the group date and we learn that Brooklyn will get the one-on-one. Kat is breaking down. So they go see a mentalist– which is a psychic magician. The emotional labor required on this date is unexpected. Again, women disclose things about themselves and Zach does not. But Gabi says holy shiitake mushrooms, so I'm still watching. And Gabi gets the group date rose.I'm worried about Brooklyn's fate at this point because Zach describes her as a real cowgirl and he doesn't really come across as a cowboy. So…. Brooklyn and Zach also take a bath together and then at dinner Brooklyn explains how important her family is which makes Zach unable to breathe. He stares pensively at the Budapest skyline and then dumps Brooklyn. It is rose ceremony time, and it is kinda clear that Kat is gonna go home. She's not sure about things and Zach wants surety. We see super cute take of Kaity and Ariel? In the bathtub playing with bubbles. Previews suggest Zach doesn't want sex and families are skeptical of this whole thing. Have you been shocked by anyone that he has sent home? (let's talk about Greer here too). Any predictions?What do two people need to know about each other before getting engaged?Let's talk about this no sex stuff. Kim wildcard-background old European peopleDanielle will thank listeners or give a shout out or something. 

WelcomeQuestion of the week: What would you want in your Locked in a Hotel Room with Covid Care Basket?2 minute recapConcepts to discuss:If you go on a vacation to an all-inclusive in another country, are you really traveling internationally?Domestic violence in dating (Brooklyn's sharing and Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us)Is London romantic? They kept saying ‘The Romantic City of London'. Uh…ok?What are the little things that really make a relationship strong (PS-I like Gabi for the Zach Robot)Wildcard concept: Greer and sympathy and covid dates…Lessons learned?City Shout Out: Stamford, Connecticut - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stamford,_ConnecticutSign off 

WelcomeQuestion of the week: What is your stance on heart shaped valentines pizza?2 minute recapConcepts to discuss:We made it 3 episodes before someone ratted out another contestant. Do you think it was warranted? This one was different because she ratted and left…like a deathbed confession.Do we see anyone who is having particularly good conversations that will lead to a deep romantic connection?So we got back to everyone's favorite group date, something dangerous where folks could get hurt. Are there any benefits to this? Is there a sport that would actually give you some good information about potential mates? What sport would you be like…oh yeah, Imma win?Football is like love," says Zach. "It's extremely hard on your body and often leads to debilitating brain injuries." This line was really good. AI wrote it, yeah?Wildcard concept from D3! Nonverbals, botox, and happiness. (It's friday, I'll talk about anything) Lessons learned?City Shout Out: Bowdoinham, Maine - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bowdoinham,_MaineSign off 

Welcome!Question: What have you all been up to?Describe what you think this season will be like in one word:Thoughts on ZachContestantsChristinaCat MadisonJessPredictions

-Welcome!- Question of the day is who do you think Logan looked like at the after the rose ceremony?-The trio talks about their concepts!-City Shoutout: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria-Bye!

Welcome to Bachademia! With only 4 short hours a week of BIP, we have a lot to cover today. But before we do, our question of the week: if you could be any type of bug what would you be?Rather than a huge recap, we are going to discuss some of our most memorable moments: (Other topics: Shanae/Genevieve friendship, what is Logan's appeal, which contestant are most different than they seemed on original seasons…) Bill: There is this (I think) really cool vibe where it seems like the same sex contestants are really supporting each other. What is driving that?Kim: I don't get the obsessions with Logan. Danielle: Michael. Is he a villain? Is he getting a good storyline from producers? Did he do Sierra dirty? Thoughts about him and Danielle.Bill - So in my psychology of relationships class we talk about the old saying “absence makes the heart grow fonder” it got put to the test….what do we think of the outcome? Is it true? Kim-Johnny being upset that Victoria has ‘a list'. Doesn't everyone have a list?Danielle- Is the franchise losing its wholesome vibe? (lol) Let's talk about the producers' whole switch-a-roo they played on the contestants? Good tv? Love will pass the test? Or psychological torture? Lessons learned/or deep thoughts from the season so farBill: The power of the situation always wins… Kim: Watching the show with my aunt has been amazing. She thinks Andrew is a cutie, asks if the girls are eating enough, and is not a fan of Jacob.Danielle- Loyalty, friendship, and romance. What are the rules of the beach? Predictions.Go….Shout outs to listening city. - Sicklerville, New Jersey - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sicklerville,_New_Jersey

Welcome!!!Question of the day - what is your go to road trip meal? RecapLet's talk about the contestants!Kira? Whats up?Who ends up together?Not a concept, but can we talk about the fake birthday thing?Lessons learnedCity shout out : Marstons Mills, Massachusetts

What's up players! We have been released from the longest season ever, rejoice!Question: In light of Tino being caught with his shirt unbuttoned and on his phone…and looking embarrassed. What is the most embarrassing situation anyone has ever walked in on you at?2 minute recap.Concept 1: Tino says he thought their engagement was over, Nicole says that was never the case. What are our thoughts? Did they do Tino dirty with the Aven thing?Concept 2: They hoodwinked us with the whole Gabby and her dude. We thought it was going to go south, but they ended up together. Thoughts on their story arc? Will they be together for a long time?Concept 3: What do we think about Zach as Bachelor?What was up with Jesse Palmer's comment at the end, “we hear you bachelor nation and we are listening?” Wildcard: Zach, Clayton and Jesse are triplets. And honestly Sean Lowe who I met on Tuesday could be their brother. Why are they so boring with The Bachelor casting. I blame middle America.Lessons learnedShoutout city: Calgary, AlbertaAnnouncement for Bachelor in Paradise!Good bye!

Welcome!Question: What do we think Tino's crazy hobbies are? What is your crazy hobby?Two minute recap: UghConcept 1: How is it the finale and I still don't know the difference between Zach and Erich?Concept 2: Difference of the Dads. Big Tony is a parody, Patrick is exactly what you would expect Gabby's dad to be like.Concept 3: Do you want to be engaged and have a wedding or do you want to be married and have a relationship?Host 2 wildcard topic: apologies. Erich. Jason. Aven. Lessons learnedTown shout out Ames because my sister is now listening Sign off

Welcome! We come to you ready to chat after only 4 hours of fantasy suites on the Bachelorette this week. Question: Where are you unwilling to sleep? Two minute recap: We are reminded, frequently, over the course of Monday and Tuesday night that Rachel and Gabby were hurt by Clayton during the fantasy suite episodes. First up, Erich and Gabby. They both declare love for each other. Not-a-metaphor of a date, they take a jump into the water. Gabby is scared then eventually jumps. They have a meaningful conversation while the television screen blacks out Gabby's butt and then they go to the fantasy suite. Rachel chooses to start fantasy suites with Aven. Half of her date with Aven is actually an interview between Jesse and Tino about how much Tino can't handle the idea of Rachel with anyone else. And I guess he should be worried because after the fantasy suite rachel says Aven is the “full package” Twice.Next we watch Tino and Rachel. They basically avoid talking about the whole his parents situation until dinner. Then he's like, nah they like you and if we get engaged they will come around. Somehow Rachel's like that'll do. Then Tino says I love you and Rachel says I love you too (WHAT!) and they go to their hotel room. Gabby and Jonny's day is short. They have fun then Jonny's like yeah, I'm not really ready to settle down. Gabby walks away to think. Then they break up. Then we see glimpses of Jason saying about the same thing as Jonny. Hold on Gabby…Then Erich comes in and not knowing that this whole thing is totally unrolling in his favor, he has to go and say i dont know how I feel about you sleeping with other people. Then they pause the episdoe for TuesdayNight two starts with Gabby and Erich on the bridge. Their conversation ends awkwardly.Jason and Gabby. They go on a date and it seems to be going well. But Gabby feels like she's grasping for something that isn't there and Jason– like what is he doing. Finally he comes clean and explains that he's not ready for an engagement. Gabby tries hard to make it about the show and him being quiet. They go to the fantasy suite and then wake up in separate rooms. Eventually I guess he realized that he just doesn't want to relationship with Gabby. Rachel and Zach. They are super nerdy together and boring. So boring. They go to fantasy suites. It is awkward. Like what happened there. Zach says that she grilled him about being ready and then kept questioning his age. We see Rachel and her guys getting ready for the rose ceremony. Zach is mad. He pulls her aside. WHAT WILL HAPPEN! Gabby tells Erich he's the only one and they say I love you. Then the weirdest most annoying ending. They just stop the episode and Jesse is all like you need to prepare yourself. Good god. Just shorten the episodes. Get this done in one hour and spare us all.Concept 1: Was Erich testing Gabby? He knew what he signed up for, are his concerns justified?Concept 2: Jesse Palmer: Let's talk about his listening and advice giving skills.Concept 3: Leading people on. Did Jason lead on Gabby? Did Rachel lead on Zach?Host 2 wildcard topic: I want one of the guys to decide they want to marry the other principle (so Gabby's guy decides he wants Rachel/Nicole or vice versa). Would he be in the wrong? In the real world, when has a significant other of a friend crossed from “I could date them” to “I am crossing a friend line?” Lessons learnedCity Shoutout: Piacenza, Emilia-Romagna - Piacenza - WikipediaSign off

Welcome!If you had to dump a food substance on yourself on live TV, what would you choose?2ish minute recap!Why was there minimal drama on the men tell all? I mean they argued a little, but really it was pretty blah. What did we think about Nate? He said he didn't tell previous women about his daughter because he wanted to shield her. THoughts? He also, dip, dodge, ducked, dived, and dodged questions about if he was cheating. Thoughts on his reasoning?Mario seemed to think that Gabby did him dirty. What are our thoughts on how Gabby broke stuff off with Mario? Should she have done it a different way?Wild Card: Billy Eichner and/or Salem, MassLessons learnedCity shoutout Salem Mass.THanks!

Welcome! Our school year started and It's hooooometowns! Question: The episode begins in NOLA! What is your must have food item from NOLA?  Two minute recap: Gabby and Jason go to NOLA. He introduces Gabby to his dad who is adorable and weepy and I love him. Then he meets  more of his family and they love Gabby. Then Jason drops that he can't see himself getting engaged. The memes are coming from him. Normal? Honest? Dude, do you know what show you are on? Side note: I love how his parents are like, get engaged and later on we get, well, the opposite. Next up is Rachel and Zach in Anaheim. All this plane stuff: yo, it is so weird to me that there all these work themes dates. Its like when you dream about working. No. This is a date, I'm not clocking in. Zach's family is a little more reserved about the Bachelorette process and asked some pointed questions. Then they watch videos of Zach and Rachel making out. Weird right? Next in line is Gabby and Jonny in Palm Beach. Y'all I've lived in all these placesJonny's family is pretty; they have a white couch- which I apparently think makes you rich. They like Gabby. And, of course, Jonny isn't ready for a proposal either. His dad says, go for it. Poor Gabby gets  I'm not ready for a proposal and people are declaring their love for Nicole. What gives?. So Gabby and Johnny makeout on a sunset cruise. Wasn't he just living on a cruise ship? Next, Rachel and Tyler head to Wildwood, NJ. I've never lived here. Fun side note, they haven't had a one-on-one yet. Tyler is hyped. He is playful. A kid on the raddest playground. But Rachel is “it is getting serious.” Tyler says he is in love. Rachel is like,  whoah dawg I'm not sure i want to meet your family. Tyler has to tell his family on camera that he got dumped. Dang. These producers work hard.  After that we need something happy, right? So here comes Gabby and Erich off to visit his terminal ill father. As an ICU nurse, Gabby handled  things well but  dang that is a big thing to walk into. Erich tells Gabby he is  falling in love with her. Finally.  Confession,  his name is spelled stupid and so is his hair but I find him attractive. Hate me.  The final hometown is Rachel and Tino. It should be  perfect given their connection  right? Nope his family is not on board with this. Yiikes. Rachel is obs upset. Can it work now with  her beloved Tino! Concept 1: Do you think you would be a “support whatever decision you make” parent or a “this is big and  this show is weird, run!” parent? Does the approach family's take matter?Concept 2: What to do when someone says “I love you” and you just ain't there.Concept 3:  Whoa did you see that preview? No Gabby.  What are your predictions?Host 2 wildcard topic: What is the appropriate amount of time to wait until getting engaged?Average length between 2-3 yearsEngagement 12-18 months5ish years total meeting to marriageCity Shout OUt: Tinton Falls, New JerseyLessons learnedSign off

Welcome!If you had to be slapped in the face by any animal (think the fish slap) which would be the worst to get smoked with?Breakdown, bros!Gabby seems at crossroads on if she wants to have children. Obviously, dating Nate would mean she would have a bonus child to start. What do we think about having to make that decision early on? Do you need to know right away, can you wait and decide as you keep going?Tino really seemed to think he deserved the rose for his performance. Lets on pack that. Did he?Does anyone deserve anything because they do something on a date?What is the one thing someone could do on a date that would make you give them the rose and end the show?Is the US really that sexually repressed? That is the stereotype. But, does the dominatrix represent sexual freedom?Wild Card: why does the franchise hat socks? And…fashion.Lessons learnedCity shoutout Limerick, Pennsylvania https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Limerick_Township,_Montgomery_County,_Pennsylvania

Welcome!Question: what music orchestration would you want playing in the background while you share your childhood story/traumasTwo minute recap: There was crying. There was a big shirtless guy slapping faces with fish. There was more crying. There was a beer bath. And there was freezing on the deck of a (ghost?) ship.Concept 1: When things get hard. Rachel tends to peace out when things are hard/challenging. Should you want to marry someone who, every time things get hard, she's out?Concept 2: Is this the most realistic dating ever seen on the show? Because both have the option to change/reject. And Rachel is mad that Gabby kept Logan, but she did the same thing when she kept Hayden…Concept 3: Zodiac relationship matches. Real or no?Host 2 wildcard topic: Nate drama, the general lack of fighting this season, we still haven't heard an I love you and does Logan smell super good? Lessons learnedSign off

Welcome! It is August, which is a time of mourning for all who work in education. But for Bachedemia, August is hot and things are heating up on the season. But before we jump into this week's episode..Question: If you were a food, what type of food would you be?Two minute recap: They foreshadow troubles with Hayden. He claims Gabby called herself rough around the edges so it  was fair game for him to say the same. Idiot!  They learn they are going to Paris and I guess staying on a cruise ship once they arrive. At first I was like,  omg are they trying to save money and making them go   overseas  on a boat.  Woof. Once  they arrive they get one on ones: Jason/Gabby and Tino/Rachel. They make crepes and try on barets and Americans are once again assholes for how we stereotype other countries. Dates seem to be going along well enough, they bring Gabby and Rachel together to swoon and then move to the serious evening portion of the dates. Tino and Rachel discuss career and family goals. It is clear Rachel is ready to marry Tino. I think they are both boring. Gabby and Jason connect over difficult childhoods and their appreciation for therapy. We will get to this later. Gabby seems pretty into Jason. Next, they move onto the  group date, which is technically for Gabby i think but they made it all about Rachel. We get a bachelor favorite: let's have contestants fight for love. More on that later.  Gabby give spencer  the  rrose. Snooze fest. Rachel feels ignored by her guys and comes unraveled. Meanwhile, Logan is losing it and realizes he's really there for Gabby– which he has to know isn't going to end well. But I guess after this episode we will need a new villain. Rachel tells the guys to step it up. Its awkward. So producers smoooth things out by having Rachel smell their armpits on the group date the next day. Good lord. Tyler gets the rose and they connect over poetry. Bill's favoorite. The cocktail party is all about Logan and Hayden. Hayden loves his dog rambo and it feels like he's trying to guilt Rachel into keeping him because he sacrificed a lot to be here. He's like a real loser. She sends him home. Logan accepts a rose. He's in a heck of a position. So let's talk about this disaster. Concept 1: “Fighting for love” What's with violent metaphors and romance? Rachel and Tino are both excited and scared by how fast things are moving. Gabby and Jason connect over difficult childhoods and their appreciation for good therapy. They seriously geek out about “Inner child work.” This was a great boost for Bill's counseling program! Go UNI counseling. (Gabby's mom talks back. Unless you are saving this for the wildcard). Concept 2: “They weren't paying attention to me!” Are Gabby and Rachel particularly fragile or is something else going on this season?Concept 3: Puppy Love, Hayden. How can a person be such an asshole but love his dog so much?Host 2 wildcard topic: Gabby's mom talks back. Unless you are saving this for the wildcardLessons learnedCity shoutout: Victor, ColoradoSign off

Welcome!Question: What movie premiere do you wish you could have gone to?Two minute recap: My recap will be informative, entertaining, and full of hand gestures. It will not be two minutes.Concept 1: Grandpa John. That's it. I just want to talk about Grandpa John for the entire hour. Also random activities with dads and grandpasConcept 2: Strong Girl Relationships/Adult Female FriendshipsConcept 3: Roses and rejections. ‘Public' v ‘Private'. It's all on tv. It's all public.Host 2 wildcard topic: Rituals and rose ceremoniesLessons learnedSign off

Welcome!Question: Do you feel older or younger than your age?Two minute recap:Imma recap the ish out of this one….Concept 1: So, Chris made a bold statement that he wouldn't want to be with a bachelorette that banged multiple times during fantasy suites. A couple questions: 1). Is it too early to think about this? 2). Would he bang multiple bachelorettes? 3). Concept 2: The elephant in the room is that there are 2 Bachelorettes and this seems to be creating an existential crisis for all involved. Some guys are starting to declare their interest in one of the Bachelorettes, some guys are being cagey. Thoughts? Should they be declaring their intentions so early? Does this resemble the real world at all?Concept 3: Gabby and Nate had a great date, the internet loves Nate. One big reason is because he is a “girl dad.” 1). What is the draw of the “girl dad?” 2). Thoughts on becoming a bonus parent? To Gabby's credit she seems thoughtful about it. Host 2 wildcard topic: Budgie Smugglers Who went home & Lessons learned:Matt L. (physical therapist), Justin B (English Teacher), John A (Bartender), Branden H (Sales director), Colin F (Investment Director), Ryan M (Boston dude)City Shoutout: Amityville, NY (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amityville,_New_York)Sign off

Welcome! We're baaaack! Bill, how have you been? Question: Do you have any fun summer rituals?Two minute recap: Two women, 32 men, one hot season of the bachelorette. Gabbi is an ICU nurse, former cheerleader, is hilarious and is totally going to upstage Nicole. Nicole is a pilot, sweet enough, but kinda boring in comparison. They both feel ready for this because they, and I quote, “know what they are looking for” but also when discussing their types were vague and contradictory. As per usual, 32 men enter and introduce themselves to the bachelorettes. It is a bit more awkward with two of them: group hug? Who should you make eye contact with? But we still got some bizarre entrances: no shoes, no shirt and on a horse, a meatball sub, baby chicks, and the awkward tho talented magician. After the introductions they are given time to introduce themselves to the bachelorettes. After realizing that 2 on ones is awkward and not intimate as well as realizing that twins are not a turn on, Gabbi and Nicole venture off to talk to the men on their own. They both complain that they aren't making out enough but then finally get a first kiss. End of the night comes around, they both realize they have no idea how to handle the roses. Ultimately, they decide that the twins and the magician show no potential and awkwardly say thanks but bye. Concept 1: Winners and losers. Who gave you nope vibes? Who has potential? Jordan V. Race car driverTino- Rachel is super into him, he gets her first impression rose. I think he looks like Blake HOrstmann and Tarick had a baby. I don't get the appeal. James: Meatball guy.Erich: talked to them bothMario: kissed Gabbi and her first impression rose. Jordan H. Noise canceling headphonesQuincy: celibate Ryan: BostonJacob: shirtless horse guy with dumb mouthOthers? Concept 2: Kissing. Mario and Gabbi's kiss. Tino and Nicole's kiss. Erich kisses Gabbi. Thoughts about Erich? Was he playing them both or doing what is called for in the situation? How much does kissing matter? They both gave a first impression rose to someone they kissed.Concept 3: Friendship and love competition: Will Gabbi and Rachel stay friends? This is the first time they might have to watch someone they are interested in smooch with someone else. Do you think this will create more drama or balance out the power between leads and the contestants? Host 2 wildcard topic: Let's just stay on kissing. Why weren't the dudes more into kissing? What are the economics of deciding whom to kiss?Lessons learnedCity Shoutout: Mâcon, Bourgogne-Franche-ComteSign off: The summer is hot but two bachelorettes are hotter. Stay cool. 

Danielle, Kim and Bill update ya'll on their lives since the end of the Clayton debacle. Topics include:-Fight pilot call names-Summer reading lists and suggestions-Summer tv watching suggestions-Predictions on the Bachelorette-Summer activity lists and suggestions-Shout out to Chambersburg, PA

Welcome to the dumpster fire!!!!Questions of the Day - Would you rather go to the DMV or have to be in a thrupple with Clayton?Recap: Buckle up team…we got a yarn to spin!ConceptsConcept 1: The meaning of words and why it is important. Gabby was trying her best to explain how she felt to Clayton and he kept saying “I understand, but did he?” Does it matter that he didn't understand specifically why she was hurt or is a general understanding ok?Concept 2: Keeping someone on the “backburner” or “on the hook” Is there a word the youths use?Is this ethical?Concept 3: Breakups…What is ethical? What makes a good breakup?Is this the only situation when someone would breakup with two people at the same time?What responsibility does the break-ee have to respond?(In my best Tone Loc voice) - Danielle does the wild card…Empathy, Scapegoating, And Danielle's Rage toward the franchiseThoughts on Gabby and Rachel as Bachelorettes?Lessons learned?Thanks for listening: Osaka, Japan!

Welcome!Question of the week: What would your pre-fantasy suite dream date involve?  Recap:Women tell all: Jerry Spring-like trash. I  don't have  the energy to recap it all.  Best line:  “You can  go rot in  Ohio.”  Savage. DMs: Genevieve and Aaron, Shanae in  Aaron's DMs. Clayton's brother in Teddi's dms. Clayton takes a beating. Does he deserve it? Kim, what do you think was worth repeating from WTA?The  Fantasy  Suites: Rachel gets the first date. Clayton tells her he  is  in  love with her. They shack up. He yells he loves her as he  walks away. Gabby gets the second date. Clayton tells her he loves her. They shack  up.  He yells he loves he loves her as he walks away. Meanwhile Suzie panics because she's worried that Clayton is shacking up and  telling  Rachel and Gabby that  he loves  them. After the sex wears off, Clayton reralizes he may have gotten himself  in  a pickle telling two women that he loves them and  then shacking   up.  So what does he  do? He takes Suzie to dinner and tells her he loves her.  She's like, ok. But do  you love other people or have you had sex with Gabby or Rachel, because I think that is a deal breaker. Clayton's turn to panic. He gets angry at Suzie and now we all hate Clayton. The End. Concept 1: Mean girls,  nice girls, and  two-faced bitches.Concept 2: I love you's, shacking up, and the ethics of being the Bachelor.Concept 3: Predictions?  Walks of Shame. Stop being sexist, AmericaSign off: Shout out to our listeners in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, known for its Southern charm and hospitality. Located near Charleston with a population just under 8000. Thanks for listening! 

WelcomeQuestion of the day: What family members would you feature in your hometown? What activity would you do to best showcase your personality?2 minute recap (Kim)3 concepts/topics to discuss (Kim)Dads-is being the scary guy a good tactic? Siblings being the real deciderWhy are grandparents so amazing?Showing emotions:  fear, Clayton showing that he is scared in front of others. I like that. Crying, men crying in front of others (Roland)Wild card concept or topic (Bill)Jiu-Jitsu and Backpacking…do they make good dates???Lessons learnedShoutout listening city: Compton, CA

Welcome!Question: A handsome prince or beautiful princess sweeps you off your feet and offers to take you to buy one thing (no price constraints), but it is something you can only use for that day and you want to impress them…what you buying?Two minute recapConcept 1: Shanae. Concept 1: What do we think about giving gifts in the “pretty women” date? Does this impress them? Does it matter that the principle actually isn't buying it for them?Concept 2: Let's talk therapy…was this appropriate? Could this happen more organically? Is this a money grab by producers to jump on the mental health bandwagon?Concept 3: Let's talk about masculinity and crying…Danielle, first off are women totally turned off by a man who cries? Are their limits on crying in a relationship? Too much, too little, wrong times?Danielle Does Frued Poorly.Freud psychoanalytic society was in Vienna. So the psychoanalytic date should've been obvious to viewers. Like, what else is Vienna known for?I took a pysch class once 20 years ago, so let's play, what can Danielle remember?Penis envyDreamHysteriaLessons learnedSign offShoutout to Guadalupe, Nuevo León

Welcome!Question: What is the worst date you've ever been on?Two minute recap: This episode begins with the worst date ever. It is the worst because it is a two-on-one with Genevieve and Shanae. Also, near as I can tell this is barely a date. They go on an awkward boat ride and then have an awkward picnic where he pulls each of them aside for a one-on-one conversation. I don't understand why they had to go anywhere to do all this. They could have avoided a long, awkward car ride. Anyway, Genevieve confesses that opening up is hard and she's been shut off but reaffirms that she is here for love. Shanae jumps right in with the accusations, telling Clayton that Genevieve is acting or being fake and then follows up by telling the producers how proud she is for crying on command. God, she's the worst. Clayton almost falls for it and asks Genevieve if she's an actress. Does he expect her to say yes? Something about this interaction triggers Clayton's ability to read people and he steps away before coming back to send Shanae home. Everyone rejoices. We move onto the cocktail party before the rose ceremony. Sarah confesses her love to Clayton. Mara is getting jealous and her role as the next villain is starting to take shape. Rachel and Clayton need to get a room. Mara feeds Clayton a bite of food but then her time with him is interrupted. Mara is starting to unravel. The rose ceremony isn't particularly surprising, Hunter and Marlena go home and the remaining crew jets off to Croatia. Teddi is gets a one-on-one in Croatia. Tedi reveals she's a virgin. Clayton couldn't tell from looking at her… WHAT? Teddi gets a rose. They announce a group date which reveals that Sarah is getting a second one-on-one. Mara doubles down on how being old makes her more ready for marriage and keeps referring to herself as Queen. At the group date, Mara tries hard by eating nasty food. Rachel tells Clayton she's falling for him. He blushes. Gives Rachel the group date rose. Mara is mad. She feels slighted and decides to use her time with Clayton to tell him that he is doing everything wrong and to throw Sarah under the bus. Meanwhile, Suzi decides to surprise Clayton with a clocktower date. He loves it. By the way, the timing of all of this has me so confused. The next day, maybe? Sarah practically skips to her one-on-one that I think is just dinner…only to find out that she's been accused of being young and not marriage material. She cries a lot. Clayton asks for time to think. Which is weird. Sarah feels very betrayed and spirals before pulling it together for her and Clayton to make up and she grabs her rose. On the way out, she kind of breaks out of the sweet role we've seen her in and the previews suggest that Sarah might be a villain after all. Concept 1: Shanae. She issues an IG statement where she suggested that was how they arranged the footage. Thoughts. Also, Shanae for the next Bachelorette?Concept 2: Virgins. Why are reality dating shows so obsessed with virgins? Can you tell a virgin from looking at them? Concept 3: Mara's effort. Does effort count in the Bachelor? In love? Kim's lesson on how to snag a man– then and now. (were 1950s men really that helpless/worthless?)Lessons learnedSign off

WelcomeQuestion of the day: Is Canada international? Where is the most foreign feeling place you have visited in the States? What is the most American thing you've done in another country? 2 minute recap (Kim)3 concepts/topics to discuss (Kim)What makes a good early date? Dinner vs activities (Unhappy Hour crossover)The Art of Acting …aka…work on your apologies, ma'amTeasing vs roasting vs bullyingWild card concept or topic (Bill)Disclosing personal information in romantic relationships…or, “thanks for sharing that…”Lessons learnedSign offBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to another week of Bachademia! We had some chaos this week on the show and we are going to channel it on the podcast! You in D3?!?!?!??!Question of the day: What is the most awkward thing you have said to someone while necking, kissing, making out? (A la, I will never diminish your light)2 minute recap: Set the clockConcept 1: Arguments - What is the anatomy of an argument? What is the point?Does anyone win?Concept 2: Couples, career ambitions and being supportiveThis comes up a lot when couples have problems, what happens when one person wants to do something in their career and it is antithetical to the other person's vision of the relationship?How do you resolve? Concept 3: Do you think Shanae's pursuit of Clayton makes him more likely to choose her?Wildcard:  Let's talk a bit about the role of villains in dating shows. Ok. First, there is very little research on this topic. So if you are a Master's student looking for a thesis project, get rolling. What we do know is that producers often create villains. There was a Time Magazine article in 2006 by JAMES PONIEWOZIK that revealed how reality tv fakes it. Frankenbiting, fake settings, misleading montages, the leading interview, and the overdub. How much do we think the producers play a role in making Shanae the villain? And what happens to villains when they carry their fake reputations into their real life post show? I'm interested in the characteristics of villains on dating shows and how that overlaps with villains in other genres or clashes.  Lessons learnedSign-off

Welcome!Hosts this week? Kim Hanna and Daniel Dick McGeoughQuestion: What is something about your appearance that you like? And what is something quirky about other people's appearances that you love? Two minute recapConcept 1: Cassidy and Trust. Clearly, Clayton is right to not trust Cassidy. That being said, should something like facetiming a friends with benefits be enough to break trust? Was her lying a deal breaker?  Concept 2: Body image and Compulsory Self-Disclosure. First, let's talk about the forced self-disclosure. Is this vulnerability? Do they need a professional therapist to facilitate this? How do we feel about this as a group activity? Next, What is body positivity? What is body neutrality? Does The Bachelor try to pass off objectification as body positivity?Concept 3: Bullies and shrimp. Let's talk about cray Shanae. Did she deserve shade for eating all the shrimp? Was she snubbed? Does being snubbed make you bullied? Baywatch. Take it away kim. Lessons learnedSign off

WelcomeQuestion of the day: Never Have I Ever: Bachelor StyleI will ask two Never Have I Ever and Bill will ask two Never Have I EverK: Never Have I Ever…gone on a date with two different people in the same weekendK: Never Have I Ever…flown in a helicopter (I have been in a hot tub on a big boat though)B:Never have I ever…ditched a person during a date for a fake excuseB:Never have I ever…shown interest in someone to get access to their friend I really wanted to date.2 minute recap (Kim) (It's more like five minutes but it's funny)3 concepts/topics to discuss (Kim)Weaponizing mental healthSharing someone else's mental health struggles is never okMaking fun of someone else's mental health struggles is never okSaying you have ADHD too and everyone has ADHD and minimizing someone else's ADHD is never okMean GirlsYou were a teenage boy. I was a teenage girl. Is ‘Mean Boys' a thing because middle school girls can be brutal. But these women are in their twenties. What are they doing?https://www.verywellfamily.com/signs-of-a-mean-girl-460512 When they go low, we go high (My Queen Michelle Obama)First Impressions in Week One vs Second Impressions in Week TwoShanae, Cassidy, Susie and Elizabeth got the most screen time this weekWho do we want to be featured in Week 3?Week one vs week two spreadsheet comparisonsWild card concept or topic (Bill)Cheating and is it a red flag?Lessons learnedSign off

WelcomeQuestion of the day: You are granted a magical power, you are given 3 options for theme music whenever you walk in a room - One is for when you are pumped, one is for when you are angry, and one is for when you are moody/emo. What would they be? 2 minute recap (host 1 does this however they want)!3 concepts/topics to discuss (host 1 does this)Concept 1 - Who are your front runners from this episode and why? Questions or prompts - He has a subdued energy do we think he needs someone who is vivacious? What are does the research say about opposites? Concept 2 - Who is going to be the biggest drama starters and why? Questions or prompts: What about those women give you a pause?Concept 3 - We got to know Clayton a little bit more. Any positives or red flags going into this season?Thoughts on him sending the one girl home?I saw this on IG, on a scale of 1-Pilot Pete how chaotic is Clayton's decision making?Talk about previously engaged girl (bach data timeline stuff too)-- he gave her a rose. What does this tell us about her decision making?D teaches something on decision making Lessons learnedSign offReferenced Article: Vennum, A. & Fincham, F.D., (2011), Assessing decision making in young adult romantic relationships. Psychological Assessment, 23, 739-751. 

Welcome to Bachademia and the final episode for this season! How are you doing D3? Question of the week: What is your guilty indulgence during break? Let's get down to business - The episode starts with Brandon meeting Michelle's parents. Spoiler Alert: Everyone loves Brandon. Michelle's mom basically calls him perfect!” D3 what did you think of their conversation? Anything stick out? Honestly, I want something to talk about here, but it just went really well. Basically how you would hope meeting your future in-laws would go. Next up Nayte meets the parents. This doesn't seem to go as well. He sort of says he doesn't take love that seriously, but then says that was a mistake. Michelle's family doesn't seem sold. Thoughts on their reception? How much weight should your family's opinion play in who you continue a relationship with?Do you think the producers were trying to make this seem worse than it was?Next are the final dates. Brandon again goes first. They go jet skiing, Brandon continues the trend of seeming really young and gives her his favorite hoodie… Then Michelle tells Brandon she is in love with him… Whoa!!!! I think we all thought Brandon would get his heart crushed but this is a wrinkle. Thoughts on this?Should you tell more than one person you love them? Like is that possible?Next up is Nayte - There is some shaman and some ceremony and basically Nayte still doesn't really open up. During the night time Nayte finally says he loves Michelle, that seems to be enough…thoughts?Then the proposals happen  - basically they walk down a lot of stairs she dumps Brandon and picks NayteThere is a sweet note from Brandon, but I think he has tapped out that trick... Poor Brandon has to re-ascend mount Olympus and do the drive of shame. Nayte proposes gets to drive into the sunset with 6 earrings, 2 nose rings, bracelets and 4 necklaces. Thoughts? After the final rose - First, I am pretty sure Twitter bullied the show into making the audience wear masks…what world do we live in?Brandon sits down first and basically says what you would expect (I want what is best for MIchelle, I was heart broken) but still seems happy. Michelle basically says she did love them both. I kind of thought the only interesting nugget was when Brandon was saying his openness was not really appreciated but, she worked so hard to get Nayte to open up. Fair assessment? Nayte comes out, I got a weird vibe from them together. Maybe I am off, but they seemed like they were really trying to demonstrate how much they were into each other. D3?Nayte is asked if he will relocate and he says, “for sure, bet..” Ok, I made some of that up. But he does say he will but won't put a time frame on it. I am at odds with this. Danielle your thoughts?The producers give them money for a down payment on a house, I think is was 200k…which is a shi!t ton of money. Like that is a whole house in some places. Thoughts on this gesture?Then they publicly shame Clayton…this was weird. This just seemed kind of mean and Clayton just smiled and laughed through all of it…it is gonna be a wild season. Lessons learned from this season?Big announcement about co-host Kim. 

-Welcome to Bachademia everyone! This week we have one of our favorite returning guests, MVK! MVK, what is the good word?-Question of the week: What emoji is most like a real face you make?The show starts out with Michelle talking to Kaitlyn about the guys. It seems like Michelle has more of a relationship with Kaitlyn than Tayshia? Anyone else feeling that?-She basically says she has no issues with Brandon, has the most in common with Joe, and doesn't say much about Nayte. But, the segment ends with Kaitlyn telling her to pay attention to those fears…. What do we think those fears are?-A recurring theme is the dudes sitting on the couch pretending it doesn't stress them out that Michelle is on dates with other guys. We have talked about this, but is it necessary? What are we getting out of these interactions?-Brandon gets the first date. They ride horses and Brandon seems to be in a whole new world. He is unsure about horses and has never been out of the country. Michelle says he has everything she is looking for in a soulmate. -First off thoughts on soulmates? -Would you be in for this date?-They go to dinner and affirm their affinity for each other. How are we feeling about their connection?-They get fireworks and go to the fantasy suite, thoughts about their connection?-Back to the couch, the dudes are freaking out, but playing it cool. Joe gets the next date card. They go ziplining and feed horses. -Michelle seems to really be leaning into Joe as her “slice of home.” Does that make a good connection?-Michelle says Joe is like a 1,000 piece puzzle and she likes puzzles - I want to make some witty statement and ask you all to talk about it, but I would just rather ask your opinion on that comparison?-After the fantasy suite Joe says he could use more sleep (insert porn music here)...Full disclosure I thought Joe was the winner and we were biding our time. Thoughts?-Back to the awkward men on couch segment…Interesting debate, would you rather go first, middle or last? Who has the advantage? -Alright, Nayte gets the date and he is really leaning into the jewelry and confidence. They ride on a boat and Michelle seems to be going all in on Nayte and (in my opinion) he is giving some really vague answers in response. Case in point, Nayte, “You know I am crazy about you,,” What are your thoughts, cause lawrd knows I got opinions.? -During the night date she asks if he wants to talk about anything and he is like, naw…I am good bro (these are my edits). Then she asks if he is ready to be married, engaged, fall in love? He says, “all 3..” I got a bad feeling ya'll.-They do the fantasy suite, scrogg, and she wakes up and says this is what a soulmate feels like…I think he is the front runner, but what are your thoughts about how this ends up?-Rose ceremony…-Brandon takes Michelle aside and gives her this really sweet statement about how much he cares about her and wants to be picked, but also wants her to be happy. *Tears*-Michelle sends Joe home…gasp. I did not see this coming. Dish what are your thoughts? -WhoA WHOA WHOA how does this end?-Lessons learned?-MVK shout outs?