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Bach After Dark is back! To kick off Season 2, I asked the hilarious podcaster Leanna Joan to co-host with me from the Hello and Goodbye podcast! Our guest is the spicy and immensely talented Natascha Bessez! If you watched the Bachelor spinoff show, Listen to Your Heart, you'll recall her being the beautiful Latina who shook things up and added some passion when she paired up with Ryan on stage! I was dying to get her on the pod to discuss the show and that wildly hot video she made with fellow Bach Nation heartthrob, Mike Johnson (she spills all about their chemistry in Part 2!) On a deeper note, we discuss her past abusive relationships, the valuable lessons she learned from them and her current dating life. Part 2 coming soon!

Kelly Jo Higgins, now Kuharski, was runner up on Bob Guiney's season of The Bachelor which aired in 2003, and nearly became The Bachelorette! We connected after I read about her historic run in the newly published How To Win The Bachelor, by Game of Roses' Chad & Lizzy. She shares how different applying for the show was in the early 2000's, and her hilarious submission video! Tea was spilled, and behind the scenes dirt shared! I ask the juicy questions, and she doesn't hold back, you don't want to miss this Bachelor tell all! Follow Kelly on Instagram @kellyjohiggins and this podcast @getncozywitherin.

Introducing Nomad’s Place,

Kicking off 2022 with two trailblazers in the podcast and reality tv world, Chad Kultgen and Lizzy Pace, otherwise known as Bachelor Clues and Pace Case, hosts of the Game of Roses Podcast! They return to the pod as published authors of the groundbreaking “How to Win the Bachelor: The Secret to Finding Love and Fame on America’s Favorite Reality Show” and reveal some shocking truths during our deep dive. Chad & Lizzy break down each and every season of The Bachelor, achieved only after they hyperbinged the entire series in the midst of the pandemic. From this came intense knowledge of the show and it’s true nature as a legitimate game, complete with 25-35 players per season. If you are a fan of the show, or ever considered being a part of it, this book is a must read. From pre-season, to Night One, all through the final rounds, Chad & Lizzy outline every element in the game and how best to play it in order to achieve success, be it love or fame, they have you covered! Order your copy at www.howtowinthebachelor.com and follow Game of Roses podcast on Instagram @gameofrosespod.

Stand-up Comic, YouTuber, and recap King Dave Neal joins me this week for one hysterical episode! Dave is a huge fan of The Bachelor, but more importantly of roasting contestants and production, including past Bachelorette Katie Thurston’s current 12 Days of Messy via Taylor Swift. (He said Katie told him “just wait until Day 12…”)!! We discuss his meteoric climb on YouTube, and the growing popularity of his daily Bachelor tea videos, including breaking the news that Michael A. will likely be the lead after Clayton’s season! We hope you enjoy and laugh your ass off, please subscribe to Dave’s YouTube channel and follow him on Instagram @dnealz for more!

Sydney Lotuaco is beloved in Bachelor Nation, and I was thrilled to have her on the show! You may know her from Colton Underwood’s season of The Bachelor, or from the season of Bachelor in Paradise that followed. Pre-pandemic, she was the featured dancer in the wildly successful Bachelor Live on Stage show, and I can tell you from experience, she is an incredibly talented performer. We chatted about her upbringing, and how dance was an integral part of her life at a very young age. If you’re looking for hot Bachelor tea, we spill it, and dish on two of our mutual Bachelor buddies! Having met Sydney a couple times in person, I was excited to finally get cozy with her! You will love hearing about her whirlwind Pandemic love story that resulted in a cross country move and how the happy couple is doing today! Follow Sydney on Instagram @sydneylotuaco, and listen to her inspiring podcast “Something to Share” on all platforms.

On-air radio personality, medium, and meditation guru Mollie Kendrick joins me on this episode! If you’ve ever experienced anything paranormal, or just strange, this convo will shed some light on this controversial topic! I share a very personal experience regarding connecting with a loved one who has passed, Mollie facilitated this very intense and unforgettable event. In addition, we discuss meditation and how everyone can easily acheive this state for optimal balance in their life! I’m certain you will get so much out of this special episode, there truly is something for everyone! Follow Mollie on Instagram @mollieonair and listen her to 3-7:00pm PST every weekday on Sacramento’s 106.5 The End!

Leanna Joan and Jared Rodrigues are the hilarious hosts of the Hello & Goodbye Podcast, a comedic show about Dating, Sex, and Relationships. I met them recently and had to have them on to talk all about how they got started and why you should be listening to their quirky and relatable show! Leanna and I recently spent a wild weekend in San Diego which included meeting and partying with a dozen of Bachelor Nation’s finest, a story we couldn’t wait to share! Real and raw, Hello & Goodbye should be added your weekly rotation, follow them on Instagram @helloandgoodbyepodcast and at www.helloandgoodbyepodcast.com for access to their Patreon and more! Thanks for listening!

I welcomed fellow Bach enthusiast and mama, Rachel Wysong, onto the pod this week to discuss her page My Tea and Roses. We dive into all the latest rumors and tea in Bachelor Nation, including the new Bachelor, what Peter Weber said about Hannah Brown being on his season, the explosive drama on Paradise with Brendan and Pieper, why I’m not a fan of Becca K. or Joe, and whose sides we are taking! Plus, hear all about my wild, whirlwind trip to NYC meeting my Bach favorites, Peter Weber, Dustin Kendrick, and Marcus Pierce and exploring the Big City! Follow @myteaandroses on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.

As a longtime fan of Married at First Sight, it was an absolute dream to have Intimacy Expert Dr. Viviana Coles on the show this week! Dr. Viv has been helping couples and individuals with their emotional and physical intimacy issues for over 20 years. She joined the experts on MAFS over 5 years ago, and has been an invaluable resource to the couples, providing guidance and understanding. How did she break into Reality TV? We dive into this and explore her new book The 4 Intimacy Styles, created so that couples can have the most fulfilling and intimate relationship of their lives! Go to www.doctorviviana.com to take the quiz and order the book! Follow Dr. Viv on Instagram @doctorviviana and catch her on Married at First Sight Wednesdays at 8/7c on Lifetime!

From her time on The Bachelor to becoming the lead on Fox’s Reality TV show “Labor of Love,” Kristy Katzmann is no stranger to seeking love. Though she has had love in her life, she hasn’t yet found her person, this is where I stepped in. We embarked on a dating journey together, and one of the steps key to finding your match, is to create a traits list of what you need and what you want that person to have. We decided to record the conversation in the hopes of you as a listener participating and gaining from it as well! So, grab a notebook, follow along, and get one big step closer to manifesting the partner of your dreams! Follow Kristy on Instagram @kristykatzmann

*Exclusive* We met Emily “Mama Moynes” in Canada during Blake Moynes’ hometown date on this season of The Bachelorette with Katie Thurston. She is an author and a fellow podcaster, the host of Get Real with Mama Moynes! More importantly, she is rebuilding a kick ass life life after two divorces. She shares beautiful stories about her rich Portuguese heritage, her move to Canada and raising her two sons and daughter. I loved hearing what Blake was like as a little boy and who he was before the show. One thing is sure, Emily raised him right, Katie is a lucky girl! Emily is an absolute force, and inspiration and I’m so grateful we connected! Follow her @emilymoynes on Instagram, subscribe to her pod and pick up her book Rising Up today! And eligible bachelors, slide into those dms, she is single and ready to date again

Licensed therapist Joni Dickson Garcia joins me this week to discuss re-evaluating our lives post-pandemic and how to pivot when life doesn’t go as planned. We also jump into mental health as the drama filled Bachelor in Paradise hits our tv screens again this week! Joni offers so much great advice for dealing with negativity and staying true to yourself, and shutting off the noise that fills our heads daily! Let’s normalize therapy and get rid of the stigma, it really can be life changing! Follow Get’n Cozy on Instagram @getncozywitherin!

Matt Chamberlin from HBO Max’s Fboy Island joins me on this week’s episode! What was he doing before the show? How did he get casted? How did he survive the 2 weeks of quarantine before filming? Who was he closest to on the cast and how did he get wrapped up in all the drama? We get into all of this and spicier! Follow Matt on Instagram @matthew_chamberlin_ and stream the full first season of Fboy Island now on HBO MAX!

I’m incredibly excited to announce I am officially a HBO Max partner and will be bringing you exclusive interviews with the cast of their newest reality tv show, FBoy Island! The binge-worthy show has already created quite a buzz, and for good reason! My first castmate is the very charismatic and “self proclaimed nice guy” Mark Moran. He is a Wall Street investor by day, and a jack of all trades by night. Mark was one of the first guys to go on a coveted 1 on 1 date with CJ, one of the show’s three leading ladies. He shares invaluable lessons he learned from his experience on the show, and the cherished friendships he made during filming. I loved getting to know him, and he promised there are many more twists and drama to come! You can binge the first three addictive episodes now on Hbo Max, with more being released every Thursday! Follow Mark on Instagram @itsmarkmoran and Get’n Cozy @getncozywitherin!

The People’s Choice nominated podcaster and manifestation coach, Erin Ramsey, joins me on this episode! She is in the running for Best Female Hosted Podcast and I couldn’t wait to chat all things dating and relationships with her! After her marriage came to an abrupt end, she decided to document her search for love and find out why eligible women stay single. You’re Such a Catch was born, and what came from that is nothing short of her very own fairytale. Her story is so beautiful and unique, it will inspire hope even in the most jaded. Her mission is to help love who you are and who you’re becoming, and to remember you’re a catch! Follow Erin on Instagram @youresuchacatch and at www.youresuchacatch.com!

This week I get up close and very personal with Reality TV personality Blake Horstmann from Becca Kufrin’s season of The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise! I’m joined by a special co-host, Kelsey, AKA The Funnybach from Instagram, known for her hilarious Bachelor memes and Bach boyfriends. She and I tag team to ask Blake the juiciest questions we can think of, and he does not disppapoint! This episode is not for the faint of heart and definitely NSFW, so don’t say we didn’t warn you! It’s a very sexy, honest, and raw chat and we promise you’ve never heard Blake like this before! Follow him on Instagram @balockaye.h and The Funnybach @thefunnybach!

Jill Morgan and Maddie Moore co-host The Bachelor Degree Podcast, a weekly show that sets you up with a degree in all things Bachelor Nation! The girls recently graduated college with their own degrees, and somehow have balanced their studies with running this highly popular pod! I had to get them on to spill how they started and brag about their impressive guest list! Through hard work and determination, they have firmly established themselves in the Bach Pod world, which is not an easy feat! I loved chatting with them about the most recent season of The Bachelorette, the highly anticipated return of Bachelor in Paradise, as well as Too Hot to Handle, Season 2 and Love Island UK/US! Please give them a follow on Instagram @thebachelordegreepodcast and listen to their podcast on all streaming platforms!

The host of The Very Creative Podcast, Gabriel Veiga joins me on this episode! Gabriel is also the author of Yesterday is not yet gone, and the director of Radio Dodo, an international radio station that partners with celebrities to read books to children all over the world. Gabe is also in charge of booking the talent for Radio Dodo, most notably Tayshia Adams, the former Bachelorette, who graciously participated last month! Gabe shared that he was almost cast on her season, and how that opportunity came to be! Follow Gabriel on Instagram @veigagabe and visit www.gabrielveiga.com to purchase his book and listen to his podcast! And you can follow Get’n Cozy @getncozywitherin on Instagram! Thank you for listening!

What is The Dipp? It’s a website that allows you to read articles about your favorite shows, tailored to you, and Kate Ward is the founder of this unique online magazine. She and editor Allison Piwowarski co-host the Tv Watch Repeat and the Pop Chaser podcasts, keeping you up to date daily on pop culture and entertainment. I wanted to have them on the pod to chat about what inspired them to create The Dipp and dish about which current shows are binge-worthy. We also discuss the latest Bachelor Nation news, including the uncertain future of the franchise. Who do we think should become the next Bachelor? What further changes need to be made to keep the show running? I loved catching up with Kate and Allison about our shared passion, reality tv! Visit www.thedipp.com to dive in and follow the site on Instagram @thedipp and this podcast @getncozywitherin! Thanks for listening!

Stephen Lovegrove, America’s Life Coach, takes entrepreneurs, celebrities, and world leaders to the next level. He prides himself on “using spiritual law and principle in a practical way to transform their lives.” He describes his coaching not as the traditional series of therapy sessions, but “deep transformative work that will require you to confront how you see yourself, your life, and the world with powerful support and accountability that will shift your life and career forever.” I wanted to have him on the pod to discuss how he became America’s Life Coach and what lead to his personal transformation. I was stunned to hear his deeply moving story about growing up in a cult and how he broke free and discovered his true self. It was a hard fought journey that needed to be shared, and one that is truly inspirational. Follow Stephen on Instagram @drlovegrove

Nicole Rose’ was easily the most polarizing character on the hit reality tv show The Big Shot with Bethenny. She is an incredibly accomplished entrepreneur, dj, influencer, and podcaster, and made big waves with Bethenny herself! I wanted to have her on to get to know who she is at her core and what has shaped her into the dynamo she is today. We chat about the intensity of the show, and if she would have changed anything during filming. What was Bethenny like and what did she learn from the extraordinary experience? Her podcast Big Queen Energy empowers women and is a positive light in the post-pandemic world. In addition to that, she is releasing a meditation program June 14th that is life changing! Thank you for listening! Follow Nicole on Instagram @nicolerosestillings and her podcast @bigqueenenergypod

Meet Darius Brown, The Conversation Coach! He’s a speaker, an author, and a strategy coach, not only for dating, but for life and business as well! I had him come on to discuss his revolutionary book “You Got the Digits, Now What? 104 Early Dating Questions,” a must read for anyone and everyone who is currently dating! The book is designed to create memorable conversations with high quality men/women, and give you the answers you need without interrogating your date! For example, maybe you would like to know how much ambition he/she has, Darius suggests asking “What was one of the biggest risks you’ve taken that’s paid off for you now?” Or if you’d like to know more about his/her character, ask them “What insecurities are you most proud of overcoming?” There are countless categories, including sex and religion, so all of your burning questions can be asked in a non-invasive way! Stop wasting time trying to figure people out, get the answers you want and feel confident staying the course or moving on. Prepare to take notes! The information Darius shares is invaluable, and badly needed! I guarantee you will be better prepared to take on dating and relationships after listening! Follow Darius Brown on Instagram @imdariusbrown and grab his e-book at the link in his bio, or visit www.imdariusbrown.com

Kim Gravel is best described as a female Dr. Phil with a twist of Bethenny Frankel! Her accomplishments started very early on in her life, starting with becoming one of the youngest to earn the title of Miss Georgia, at the tender age of 19. We talked about how she knew she was destined for greatness long before she wore that crown. She took every opportunity that came her way, and even created others to achieve her goals. Her tenacity and perseverance lead to starring in her own reality tv show on Lifetime, Kim of Queens, where she mentors and molds young pageant hopefuls. Kim has since developed a clothing and beauty line for QVC, Belle and Belle Beauty, and is a certified life coach, mentor, advisor and consultant. She is also launching a podcast called LOL with Kim Gravel on Thursday, May 22nd! Look out for her upcoming book as well as Brace for Kimpact, a reality tv series which picks up where Kim of Queens left off! You will love this uplifting, inspiring, and at times hilarious episode with Kim! Thank you for listening! Follow Kim Gravel on Instagram @kimgravel, and visit www.kimgravel.com! Listen to LOL with Kim Gravel everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Kimberly Vick was on Season 14 of The Bachelor, with pilot Jake Pavelka. She shared her emotional and eye-opening experience on TikTok which quickly went viral! I wanted to have her on to talk about the casting process and what happens in those months leading up to filming. I had no idea how attached the contestants become to their producers, and in Kimberly’s case, how they play a pivotal role in the trauma that results. I view the show very differently after hearing her story, and I think you will too. I’m glad we could bring these truths to light, and I thank Kimberly for being so open, honest, and vulnerable. Please follow her on Instagram @berly1786 and @berlyvick1786 on TikTok. You can also connect with her on Clubhouse! Thank you for listening!

Singer, actor, influencer, and overnight TikTok sensation, John Joseph joins me this week! He’s known as the CEO of What You Don’t Know, and he certainly opened my eyes to so much in this episode! He specializes in exposing the behind the scenes of popular reality tv shows like The Hills, Laguna Beach, and The Simple Life! Don’t believe everything you see! He’s also a huge Bachelor fan, so we covered the scandal that rocked this past season as well! Since John is single, we talked about dating and he shared some great advice his family has given him over the years. My favorite was to spend all four seasons with a person before getting engaged, see them in the good times and bad then decide. A great insightful convo with John, please follow him on Instagram @johnjosephmusic, and on TikTok @itsjohnjoseph to get all the inside scoop!

This week, Kate Casey, the host of Reality Life with Kate Casey, and mama of five, joins me to chat about how she got started in the podcast world! Kate has interviewed over 300 different guests in 4 years, including producers, directors and reality tv stars from unscripted television! Some of her most memorable episodes include Amanda Knox, Jenny McCarthy, and the producer from The Rock of Love. Kate also shares how she has a passion to produce shows and would be open to writing a book detailing her adventures in celebrity interviewing, I personally would love to see that happen! Kate and her family live in Newport Beach, so Real Housewife sightings are common as well as other celebs in her neighborhood! You can find her podcast on all streaming platforms and follow her on instagram @katecaseyca and on the new Clubhouse App where every Monday she has a What to Watch this Week room! Thank you for listening!

This week we go back to 2004, when Marcus Pierce was on Season 2 of The Bachelorette! (Season 18 is currently filming, for context.) A fitness trainer, life coach, and model, Marcus shares what life was like before the limelight, and his time on the show getting to know the lead Meredith Phillips and his fellow castmates. His account is so honest and eye opening, I loved his fresh take on the whole process. Countless opportunities opened up to him post show, including a tv show on Bravo and other popular networks, an Emmy winning one as well! He is at his core a lover and a very soulful individual with an entrepreneurial spirit and many creative passions. He has experienced real heartache and loss but has never given up on his ultimate goal of finding his soulmate, an example set by his parents idyllic story and marriage. I cannot say enough about this kind, tenderhearted, phenomenal man, he’s as real as they come! Hope you enjoy get’n cozy with him as much as I did! Follow Marcus on Instagram @itismarcus and Marcus Pierce on Clubhouse!

Reality TV and Relationships go hand in hand, so this week I got cozy with Lindsey Metselaar, host of the We Met at Acme Podcast! Her pod focuses mainly on dating, relationships, and mental health. I kept seeing her mini dating advice videos on my social media feed and was blown away by her insight and candor. We chatted about how she created one of the very first dating podcasts over 3 years ago, since she needed one and none existed! We dive deep into narcissism and how its affected both of our lives significantly. We share helpful tips to find out if you’re possibly dating a narcissist, a question I’m asked often as a dating coach. You’ll also love Lindsey’s top 5 tips for dating for the first time, or getting back into that world post-pandemic! Thank you for listening! Follow We Met At Acme @wemetatacme and Lindsey @lindzmetz on Instagram!

I don’t know about you, but I am absolutely obsessed with TikTok, especially the accounts that spill all the hottest Reality TV tea! This week, I get cozy with one of my favorite TikTok accounts, Morganptalks! She is a radio personality out of Cleveland and loves all things pop culture, especially Reality TV! From The Bachelor to Real Housewives and everything in between, she’s got you covered with the latest scandal or story! She tells me how she got into the coveted radio industry and her 15 minutes of fame as the announcer during Pilot Pete’s season when they played flag football at the stadium in Cleveland! She’s had millions of views and gotten the attention of many celebs, including Heather from RHSLC and Craig Conover from Southern Charm! Definitely take a listen and go follow Morgan on TikTok and Instagram @morganptalks!

This week, I’m joined by Natalie Zamora and Ashley Young from Can I Steal You for a Second Podcast! The ladies are with the Fansided Network and Accept This Rose website. I wanted to have them on to discuss the future of the Bachelor franchise and their thoughts on Cancel Culture. We also discuss the role bullying and drama played in this season and how the love stories were placed on the back burner. Loved get’n cozy with these two and hearing their unique perspectives! You can find their podcast at www.acceptthisrose.com! Thank you for listening!

My guest this week is best selling author, award winning podcast host, TED Speaker, and dating expert, Jennifer Hurvitz, and she has literally done it all! Over half of marriages end in divorce, and she was part of that statistic, but she used that heartache as a pivot in her life and built quite an enviable career from it! Her divorce inspired both of her best sellers, One Happy Divorce ( Hold the BS) and Woulda Coulda Shoulda, a Divorce Coach’s Guide to Staying Married and even a screenplay she wrote based on her life that became an award-winning TV series pilot! Her extremely enjoyable podcast Doing Relationships Right (formerly Doing Divorce Right) is a must listen and she gives invaluable advice to those at any relationship stage from just dating to divorce. We chatted all things relationships and of course our shared obsession with The Bachelor! Get ready to take some notes, this one is fire!!! Follow Jennifer on Instagram @doingrelationshipsright and at www.jenniferhurvitz.com! Thank you for listening!

Ariba Bhuvad is the editor for Accept this Rose website, a news and opinion site about The Bachelor franchise brought to you by the FanSided Network! She planned to be an eye doctor, but her love for tv shows and conventions brought her to writing blogs and eventually editing for Accept this Rose, which has been a perfect fit! We chat the latest in Bach Nation news, and our take on the current season’s controversy. Besides editing, Ariba is also a co-host for Soul Soching, a podcast that aims to raise awareness & destigmatize mental health with a few of her friends. I loved chatting with Ariba, and had many memorable take-aways from our conversation, the most important being always take a chance on a dream! Follow Ariba on Instagram @reebdizzle and her work at www.acceptthisrose.com We thank you for listening!

Delightful duo Terri and Vanessa from Girl Why pod join me this week! Their time in corporate America inspired their show and they love to dive into a variety of topics including relationships, sex, dating, current events, celeb gossip and reality tv. We chat about the trendy new Clubhouse drop-in audio app, and how it is revolutionizing how we network (fun fact-we recorded this entire episode on it!). We reminisce about which reality tv shows first got us hooked and where we think shows like Vanderpump Rules and the new franchise Real Housewives of Salt Lake City are headed. The girls share with me which Netflix shows have kept them entertained during quarantine, and I fill them in on the disturbing Armie Hammer scandal (tune into my conspiracy theory ep for more in depth discussion). We wrap up by discussing dating and the three loves in your life theory, narcissists, and how Hinge is not the app to be on if you’re looking for more than a casual hook up! Visit their website www.girlwhypodcast.com for all their episodes, merch, and more and follow them on Instagram @girlwhypodcast! Thank you for listening!

If you don’t think the reality tv show The Bachelor is a game, you will after this episode! The masterminds behind the Game of Roses Podcast, Bachelorclues and Lizzy Pace aka “Pacecase,” join me to discuss how the show represents society today and how it truly is a sport, like baseball or football. Your mind will be blown after the veil is lifted on how much of the show is a farce and that the entire premise of finding love, is actually the last priority of the producers, if at all! This is a very eye opening discussion and you will not be able to watch the show the same ever again. So many questions will be answered, and truths uncovered! Also, given the incredibly controversial interview that took place with host Chris Harrison and former first black lead Rachel Lindsay, we deep dive into the disturbing gaslighting that took place, how racism was defended over and over again, and what it all could mean for the future of the franchise. As a result, Chris has decided to step down temporarily as host, announced today. Follow Game of Roses on Instagram @gameofrosespod and find their podcast on all platforms.

Alex and Loren from The Basic Bitch Pod join me this week! We talk about what makes their show different from other Bachelor podcasts and why you should add them to your list! The ladies share their opinion on the current season of The Bachelor including how they have called out bullying and mistreatment of the ladies by a handful of women on the show. They weigh in on who they’d like to see as the next Bachelorette and who their Bach Nation all time faves are. So much talk swirling around this week about possible pregnancies and new beaus in bach nation, so we couldn’t resist diving into that, too! A really fun chat with the girls, tune in now! Follow them on Instagram @thebasicbitchpodcast!

Do you believe in conspiracies? My guest Bachelorspill, is not your typical Bachelor instagram account. Besides posting recaps of the current Bachelor season, she is also a conspiracy theorist! We dive into the most intriguing theories out there today including, Jeffrey Epstein, Armie Hammer, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, and more! We even discuss the popular tiktok inspired question, “do alternate realities exist?” She is an amazing sleuther, shares her findings and gives some incredible insight! We also theorize on how the rest of Matt James’ season of The Bachelor will go, who our front runners are, and who should be the next Bachelorette! Tune into this eye opening episode and follow her @bachelorspill on Instagram!

Kelly Chase from from the hit Netflix show Love is Blind, joins me to discuss her personal development journey leading up to the show, and after. We start from the beginning, as Kelly tells us how she grew up in Georgia, and a few stories from her school days. She shares the pivotal relationships that lead to a ten year self disconnect, including the devastating end to the Love is Blind experiment, and how she found her way back to herself. Her story is both inspiring and very relatable, and she is ready to help anyone who was in her shoes thru her brand new Goddess Magic program and new podcast, Chase Life with Kelly! Follow her on instagram @chaselifewithkelly to get started!

There are so many Bachelor focused Instagram accounts and podcasts out there, but Justin Takes the Bach, is different. On this episode, I get cozy with podcaster and friend, Justin Cole Adams. His unique approach to addressing the popular show is both unique and intriguing. He has been able to cultivate relationships with contestants, past and present, which is not an easy feat. He gives great advice on how to get the attention of these seemingly unattainable people, and has them join his pod for a show recap or as a guest. Unlike a lot of other accounts, he doesn’t shy away from being sexual in his posts, flirting etc., and pushing that controversial envelope with the contestants. His social media growth has been astounding and for good reason! I also ask Justin to deep dive into the contestants response (or lack of) from the aftermath of the Capitol Insurrection this past week, the results were eye-opening. You can follow Justin on Instagram @justintakesthebach Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Imani Craig, Taste of Reality’s Marketing guru! She runs TORs instagram and keeps the feed up to date with the latest reality and pop culture tea! I discovered the sweet Florida native also works for a local non-profit, Habitat for Humanity. She has a big heart for helping others but saves room for her guilty pleasure, reality tv! Our chat about the new season of The Bachelor lead us to discuss the lack of diversity in the franchise as well as most reality tv shows, as a result of production and those running the show being predominantly white and male. We agreed more needs to be done to continue and speed up the progress we’ve seen in the last year, most likely due to the BLM movement. Imani is a huge fangirl for One Tree Hill, like myself and has attended many conventions and met several of the cast, pre-Covid of course. We bonded over our love for the show and I gave her some advice for dating in your mid-twenties, I have no doubt she will find what she’s looking for! Imani is a gem and we are all grateful to have her here on our team!

Dr. Diane Strachowski, known as “The Bachelor Psychologist” on social media, gives invaluable insight on dating in a pandemic and a stellar 5 step plan to find dating success in 2021! Diane has written articles and blogged for Cosmo, PopSugar, NBC News, and Bustle about dating, relationships, and love. Over the past 20 years, she has helped thousands of women find love, get engaged and married! After experiencing her own heartbreak in her twenties, she was inspired to help others avoid the dating and love pitfalls she fell into. I loved her take on the relationships in Bachelor Nation and her thoughts on the newest couple, Zac and Tayshia. If you are single and dating or unhappy in your current relationship, this is a must listen!! Sign up for one or more of her many dating classes in her online Love School at www.backtolovedoc.com and make sure to take her free Love Style quiz! Follow her on Instagram @backtolovedoc and Get’n Cozy @getncozywitherin. Thank you for listening! Wishing you a safe and cozy New Year filled with love and light!

Contestants Rudi and Julia Rae may not have found love on the reality show The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart, but they formed a true friendship and are now roommates! I wanted to have the talented beauties on my Instagram live show Tub Talk to hear all about their new lives in Los Angeles. We talked boys, creating new music in quarantine, reminisced about their favorite moments from the show, and who they crushed on this season of The Bachelorette! They shared their big plans for 2021, and whether they would consider touring together! Such a fun episode, can’t wait to see what the future holds for these two in music and love! Check out Rudi’s new single Butterfly, and both ladies will be releasing EP’s next year! Happy Holidays and happy listening! Follow Rudi on Instagram @itsjustrudi, Julia Rae @itsjuliarae, and the podcast @getncozywitherin for Part 2 of this interview and additional Tub Talks!

Fan favorites from Hannah Brown’s season of The Bachelorette, Mike and Connor made my dreams come true and joined me on Tub Talk Live! They answered all of my burning questions, and didn’t hold back! If you’ve wondered why neither of them ended up with Hannah, or why Mike never became The Bachelor, or maybe what their current dating status is, you want to listen! We also discussed Mike’s groundbreaking new book, Make the Love You Want, and I cannot recommend it more! These two roomies were so much fun, this Tub Talk will be hard to beat! Follow Mike Johnson on Instagram @mike_johnson Connor Saeli @consaelaway and Get’n Cozy @getncozywitherin Get’n Cozy merch now available! Tees, hoodies, bags, mugs, magnets, and more!

Pixar’s groundbreaking reality tv series Inside Pixar is now streaming on Disney+ and I couldn’t wait to chat with Directors Erica Milsom and Tony Kaplan! The innovative series offers rare behind the scenes footage inside Pixar Animation Studios in Emeryville, CA. Pixar directors Erica and Tony wanted to showcase the individual artists behind each feature and felt this was an ideal way to do that. There are four different collections of episodes that focus on an unique aspect of the cinematic and artistic process. This fascinating look into the world of Pixar is a must for all the Disney and animation fans! Inside Pixar’s first collection, Inspired, is streaming now on Disney+!

In her podcast debut, The Funnybach, famed Meme Queen of Instagram fills me in on how and why she started her Bachelor account 2 years ago, and the wild ride it has been! In that time, her posts and stories have had a cult like loyal following with thousands of people tuning in everyday to see what she comes up with next! She includes some of her Bachelor Nation friends in her storyline and always keeps her “Funnybunch” guessing and on their toes! She loves to roast and tease and her hilarity is only matched by her huge heart. We get very personal and she opens up like never before. Please go follow her @thefunnybach on Instagram and Get’n Cozy @getncozywitherin! Thank you for listening, and welcome to the cult!

I caught up with musical phenom and fan favorite Rudi Guteirrez from The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart! She shares stories from her childhood about her love of music and acting, her first big performance and what inspired her to become a singer/songwriter. She also spills about who her singles “Stupid Boy’ and “Hate LA” are about! Don’t miss her singing her favorite song “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” it will bring you to tears, as it did me! She is such a literal rockstar and will do great things in the music industry! Part 2 with her new roommate Julia Rae from LTYH will be released soon! Follow Rudi aon Instagram @itsjustrudi and Get’n Cozy @getncozywitherin for more Live Tub Talk shows!

This week my guest is fellow Taste of Reality podcaster Ashley Hoover Baker! She is the host and CEO of the On This Day Entertainment podcast, and calls herself a gossip guru, fan girl/pop culture enthusiast with a sweet spot for nostalgia! She is Louisiana native, current Vegas transplant who was a former elementary school teacher for many years. She took a leap of faith when she left teaching to embark on this passion project, OTDE! Her goal is to provide relief from the everyday drama of life with a fun pop culture escape! We had a blast chatting about all her first moments! First childhood celeb crushes, her first reality tv show addictions, her first celeb guests on her show, performing at her first live podcast, and her first fangirl experience! We also got into some deeper topics including the lack of diversity that continues on tv today, as well as the lack of integrity found on so many of the Bravo franchises and series. I enjoyed discovering how she and I are so similar, and I’m proud to say I’m part of her “Fanny Pack” now! We hope you enjoy our episode! Please go follow Ashley @onthisdayentertainment and Get’n Cozy @getncozywitherin on Instagram!

Get ready to laugh and be entertained, this week my guest was the amazing Ryan Bailey, host of the hit pop culture podcast So Bad it’s Good with Ryan Bailey! Ryan covers all the reality tv we love to hate, so I had to have him on the pod to spill all the hot tea in the world of entertainment! From the current season of The Bachelorette to the premier of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, you’ll love Ryan’s commentary and unique views. He also had shocking tea on a current RHOBH housewife that you have to hear! I got a kick hearing how his extreme dislike for Jax Taylor came about and where he thinks the Vanderpump Rules franchise is headed! I loved get’n cozy with this icon, tune in now! Follow Ryan on Instagram @sobaditsgoodwithryanbailey and Get’n Cozy @getncozywitherin

Fellow podcaster and reality tv addict Imani joins me on this episode of Get’n Cozy! She shares how her popular pop culture/Bravo podcast Mixing with Mani began and dishes on attending the virtual premiere party for the newest franchise, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City! She loved the premiere and meeting the amazing women, and sees huge potential in this new show that will air on Nov. 11th! She even drops a few of the tag lines from the season, and they are some of the best I’ve heard in years! We also chatted about the wild current season of The Bachelorette and the big twist that is coming, but more importantly how the new lead was introduced. Neither of us were happy how she was first presented, bikini clad coming out of a pool, unlike the traditional fairytale limo entrance in a gown. We break that down and so much more! You don’t want to miss this exciting collab with one of the best in the podcast world! Rate and subscribe! Follow Mani on Instagram @mixingwithmani, and Get’n Cozy at www.instagram.com/getncozywitherin and https://tasteofreality.com/getn-cozy-with-erin-hill/

The amazing David Yontef, host of the well known pop culture podcast, Behind The Velvet Rope, joins me this week! His show is consistently in the top 50 list for apple podcasts and I was excited to find out how he got started! I loved hearing about all the "Bravolebrities" and celebs from reality tv he's met and became friends with over the past year! The pandemic has taken his show to a whole new level, he's now releasing interviews five days a week! His impressive guest list includes Melissa Rivers, Tamra Judge, and most recently the controversial Leeanne Locken from the Real Housewives of Dallas! He shares his thoughts on the recent Denise Richards/Brandi Glanville scandal and what he really thinks of a few of the RHONY cast! David is also releasing a book on how to go from a celebrity's fan to a friend! Don't miss this unfiltered episode with one of the best in the entertainment industry! Please rate and subscribe! Follow David @behindthevelvetrope on Instagram!