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Happy Paradise Finale!! And congratulations to our newest couples. TTBP is truly rooting for you and wishes you the best. With that said, please only ever eat on plates from this point moving forward. BFF-of-the-pod, Connie, had to join to wrap up the season. We have to be honest when we say we're glad it's ending, mostly because our tans are gone and all of these hot people on a beach are making us feel bad. However, we're grateful for the memories and will remember our time in Mexico this summer fondly. Goodbye Paradise... Also, TTBP will be taking a season off to recoup and rest up. I am so excited for Michelle's season and hope everyone will join me in watching! TTBP will be back with some more exciting news along the way!

SPOILER FOR NEXT WEEK from 18:55 to 21:55 We're nearing the end of Paradise and Katie Murphy joins TTBP this week to predict the futures of everyone on the beach! Spoiler alert, maybe only one couple ends up together. No matter what happens, we're just happy that Natasha is getting out of the house with her remaining days in Paradise. It's hard to say who will end up together and who will call it quits, but one thing that's not hard is STOP MAKING US WATCH PEOPLE EAT OFF EACH OTHER ON THIS BEACH. We're glad you guys like being sticky, but the rest of us at home don't need it! Anyway, we're rooting for you guys and we hope next week there are fewer commercials and more intimate conversations. We'll find out then!

It's week 5 in Paradise and we. are. pissed! Jk, we're not, but Becca definitely is and we're not sure why! BFF-of-the-pod, Connie comes back on to discuss the usage of female vs. woman, whether tattoos are hot or not, and Grocery Store Joe's future. We're right in the thick of it and things starting to get messy, but not even close to how messy that whipped cream date was that will never be speaking of again. Thank goodness Dr. Joe was there to help clean things up and make them better.. until he didn't. And while we're happy for our friends finding love, we can't help but miss our pal, Demi and the level of professionalism she brought to the job. We miss you girl, and we'll see you on the other side (the after show).

This week in Paradise was one for the books! Best-Friend-of-the-Pod joins TTBP this week to break down the drama and the events of Becca Kufrin's first party. There were a lot of jaw-dropping moments this week, but I think the biggest one of them all was that Alana brought just a tiny little backpack to the beach. While we love transparency in Bachelor Nation, I do believe we pulled the curtain back too far on some of these relationships ::cough cough:: Brendan and Pieper. But even in the midst of all this drama, we're not sure what's more confusing, the fact that Brendan and Pieper are still on the beach or the fact that Demi keeps getting rejected! Hopefully, answers come next week!

Another week in Paradise.. even though they've actually only been there for 5 days. And while we're all having fun, it was time for some caking throwing into the fire. Here to break down all of the drama on TTBP this week is long time listener, first time caller, Caitlin Vickery! This week was filled with new comers to stir the pot - Princess Becca, Smoke Show Chasen, some guy named Chris I've never seen in my life - and thank god, because Demi's shoulders were getting tired holding this season up! And you know who wasn't at all present to help her out? A Mr. Lance Bass. Which is fine because honestly, he's really busy and important and can do whatever he wants. Next week is bringing the fire (hopefully cake-free) where even more questions become unanswered. Does Joe leave with Kendall?? Who will Demi bring next to the Boom Boom room?! Who isn't letting Tahzjuan pee and poop?!?! Hopefully we find out next week..

Paradise is back and so is TTBP with guest Katie Murphy!! Sorry to worry anyone who thought this season may not be covered, but I would never do that to you and I would never do that to David Spade and Lance Bass. While it's a good cast this season, it is a bit concerning how level-headed and mature everyone is being. Obviously, we wish you all love and happiness, but would it kill you to get in a fight here or there along the way? With most people coupled up this early on, it will be interesting to see who else walks down those steps to stir the pot. Demi can't carry all of the drama on her shoulders this long! Someone help the girl out. No matter what happens, at least we all know one thing to be true, Tre's uncle will not be watching this season. New episodes during Paradise come out every Thursday!

Hey fam. No new episode this week, but TTBP will be covering all of Bachelor in Paradise starting next week with new episodes every Thursday. I'll see you then!

Table Flipping podcast hosts Taylor & Alyssa join TTBP for the finale this week and what a finale it was! It was a polarizing ending but whether you ended team Katie or team Greg, we can all agree on one thing - Katie's aunt is terrifying. Blake, we applaud your efforts. Of course, Katie has no regrets, but we wish she had one regret over refusing her stylist this season. Girl, it's time for some new t-shirts. Either way, she found love, and all of us shocked, but what can you do. This finale really just left us with one key takeaway.. MAKE JUSTIN THE BACHELOR! And catch @tableflippingpodcast episodes every Friday!

Okay, NOW it's Hometowns! And we still barely got any of that, but it's okay because this truly was the most dramatic episode of Katie's season. Friends-of-the-pod, Connie and Lanie, join to discuss this week's shocking ending. In a Bachelor Nation so divided, it's time to focus on the one thing we all have in a common - a dislike for Blake for no apparent reason. Though it may never be enough to bring team Katie and team Greg together, with friends like Herb, anything might be possible. We're not sure where this season is going or how it's all going to play out, but we do know one thing... Connor the Cat deserved better. Oh, and Justin was there too. Time for the finale!

Welcome to Hometowns!!!!!! Just kidding! It's actually Men Tell All, and that is not even the first lie Sarah has told this season, but more on that later. TTBP this week was so lucky to be joined by dear friends-of-the-pod, Drew and Maggie, who made us forget all about how boring MTA was and reminded us that what's really important is bromance. We also discuss how Michael A should definitely not be our next Bachelor and some potentially problematic taglines from Million Dollar Matchmaker? But none of that is even nearly as offensive as Sarah getting Andrew's profession wrong for an ENTIRE SEASON. Please respect my privacy at this time. If you're in the St. Louis area, check out The DentaLink! www.thedentalink.com Maggie's books are available on Amazon! "Why, God?: Suffering Through Cancer into Faith" and "Skinny or Not, Here I Come: A Memoir of an Eating Disorder and Recovery Journey"

Another week, another friend-of-the-pod to help us through it! Hannah joins TTBP this episode to talk about Katie's final group of men, how often they cry, and who we think is making it until the end. Spoiler: it's probs Blake, but that doesn't stop us from loving the rest of them! RIP Andrew, we will never forget you. Luckily we'll probably see all of them in Paradise - except you, Michael A. We need you to stay perfect and that means not going to Mexico for 3 weeks with David Spade. It has also been recently announced that MORE bachelor nation peeps have written books with freakishly long titles. We're happy for you, Tyler Cameron. Anyone interested in starting a Bachelor Book Club?

Well, this week could not have been any more shocking. Friend-of-the-pod Heather drops by to talk about the men we love, the men we hate (spoiler: it's none), and what's to come the rest of Katie's season. It's been all fun and games and beautiful guys so far, but we're ready for something to explode. We love you Katie, but we need the tears!! Luckily it feels like our fence jump moment is nearing because Katie slashes half the cast, and all of America's hearts when she sends home Connor. Has anyone checked on Greg by the way? We'll find out next week!

This week, best-friend-of-the-pod, Connie, is back to talk about our beautiful Bachelorette and all of her suitors, who we actually like! Don't mess it up boys, we're not sure our hearts can actually handle it. While we're not particularly upset with anyone, we did somehow collectively and unspokenly decide that we would all be mad at whoever Aaron is annoyed within any given week. Another thing our tiny hearts can hardly bear is watching sweet, baby Michael A in any sort of pain. And apparently, neither can Greg. Has anyone checked on that guy? While it's lovely to see all of the men supporting and loving each other, it feels like the other shoe could drop any minute, and let me tell you, Bachelor Nation, we are ready for it. Bring on the tears!

This season is perfect, but... the hosts are okay, the clothes are bad, the views aren't the best. But other than that, it's all perfect! Sarah is joined by friends-of-the-pod, Connie & Lanie to reflect on how Katie's season is going so far. Do we love the men, or is it just too early to tell their true colors? How do we feel about Katie's decisiveness? What are our feelings on Blake's return? Listen now to to find out!

SPOILER ALERT AT 40:05 ABOUT BACHELOR IN PARADISE. Katie Murphy joins TTBP this week to chat about the men this season, and of course, our Bachelorette. Katie Thurston, we love you, but you need new sweaters. We also know that it's not your fault and don't worry, we're only mad at your stylist. That being said, you are an incredible Bachelorette and inspiring person!! This was a heavy episode, but didn't it just bring us all so close together? We think so too. So wrap yourself in a hug and mentally prepare, because we have a feeling this season is about to get cray.

It's the first week of dates and we're pulling out all of the classic Bachelor moves, from awkward performances to physically fighting for a women's attention - all things that make you fall in love, right? Whatever it is, it seems to be working because our Bachelorette is INTO her men! However, we are a little nervous that Katie may have pissed off her stylist somewhere down the line.. This week TTBP is joined by friend-of-the-pod, Kaitlin Bass! Have a listen to hear our thoughts on Katie and her guys, the hosts, and how great, yet terrifying it can be to wear a one-piece outfit in public.

It's a new season of the Bachelorette and a new season of the pod! We have new hosts, a new location, AND a new night one dress color?! Things are already off to a fresh start. Sarah is joined this episode by best-friend-of-the-pod, Connie, who always brings the freshest and hottest takes. Listen to find out who their top picks for the season are, which bits were not quite pulled off, and which of the men wore a woman's suit?? Welcome to a new journey!

It was a difficult season that ended with an uncomfortable, but necessary, finale. TTBP just wants to say thank you to our community and to everyone who stuck with us this season. We love you and appreciate you! And of course, thank you to Emmanuel Acho. Lets all take a much need break and we'll talk to you soon

As we near the end of an exhausting season, we can't help being excited for the finale. In the meantime, TTBP discusses the strange dates chosen for fantasy suite week (has Rachael even seen Ghost??) and the strange dream Sarah had about the Bachelor. Spoiler alert, she potentially just invented a new version of the show?! We also reflect on the poise that these women have had during their breakups, and the whatever the opposite of poise is that Alex and Sarah have had during theirs. Oh well, everyone seems to have turned out fine. Looking forward to this all being over next week! And make sure to checkout the Crush Fictionally podcast!

Well, it happened. Chris Harrison screen time be damned! The women told all as they addressed inter-personal drama while offering half-hearted apologies to one another. Meanwhile, we were finally subjected to the enchanting group dates that we’re never seen before! Sarah and Alex also discuss Emmanuel Acho as the future AFR host, Rachel Lindsay deleting her twitter account and Taylor Nolan’s offensive tweets.

It continues to be a difficult time in Bachelor Nation and this week we discuss the future of the franchise. As we dive into hometowns, we are just thankful that Matt is finally not telling anyone that he loves them! We also get into an in-depth conversation about all sports and maybe might start a book club? Only time will tell... till next week!

Alex and Sarah discuss this tumultuous past week in Bachelor Nation. We also chat about Matt’s communication style and how it confuses EVERY women into thinking they’re the his number one. Enjoy!

This week we try to give out deepest, truest opinions of the women without saying anything bad or critical of any of them... hopefully it's fun! Seriously though, we're starting to feel icky and bad about the way these women are speaking to each other and the way the everyone else is speaking to them. Can't we all just get along like we used to in kindergarten and love each other?! Oh, wait we didn't go here. Either way, things are really starting to get serious, at least they are for the women. We're not sure where Matt's head is at other than on a romantic get away with his best friend Tyler C, but who could blame him? We don't know how this season is going to end, but we do know the reltionship with the winner will end in 6 months so it doesn't really matter. So in the meantime, here's to hot BFF's!

We're halfway through this season and we still can't decide if we love Matt or love to hate on Matt! Alyssa and Taylor from the Table Flipping podcast join TTBP this week to help us figure it out. The queen is gone, the rumors are dead, and we don't know what drama will be left to survive on, but we remain hopeful and confident that the producers have something up their sleeve. Which is more than they can say for Matt's one-liners. Either way, we're looking foward to getting deeper with Matt and the women as the group gets smaller. Also, please way in on if you think having to read Ben Higgin's book is a punishment or a reward. We haven't figured that one out either. And make sure to check out Table Flipping on Fridays wherever you get your podcasts! @tableflippingpodcast

Wow, we genuinely hope everyone’s heads and necks are okay from all of the WHIPLASH that this episode caused! We’re here, we’re there, she’s me, I’m her. We’re not entirely sure what was happening, but we are sure that it’s time for Victoria to go home. This is not a Bachelor villain that we stan and it’s all feeling a little old. While this was one of the more difficult episodes to watch, we are seeing glimmers of sunshine and feeling hopeful about our lead. Please, don’t disappoint us Matt James. We’re counting on you. Bachelor Nation is counting on you.

This week we cover one of the most emotionally intense episodes in franchise history. Luckily, we had some deeply uncomfortable sex stories to break the tension. Otherwise we were on a crazy rollercoaster (like, the kind that goes backwards) with our girl Sarah. Whether your on her team, or Team Victoria/Kit/The Other girls, one thing is for sure: We should all strive to be more like a Katie!

We love a week 2 episode where things start getting steamy and the drama is in full swing. Already, Nemacolin is light years ahead of the La Quinta in terms of amenities and charm, and for that, we are grateful. Remote hot tubs, photo shoots in the middle of the woods, and TWO near death experiences?! NOW it feels like the Bachelor. Charlie Mihelich and Zach Olsen from the Baywatch Watch podcast join TTBP this week to discuss new front runners, cringe-worthy moments, and of course, all things Queen Victoria. Check out Baywatch Watch wherever you get your podcasts! @baywatchwatch

Welcome back and Happy New Year! What a way to start off 2021. Best year ever, right?! Night one did not disappoint and even though we were all the way in Farmington, PA, they still managed to make it feel like the Bachelor we all know and love. Although the women have pretty normal jobs, most are still nuts but love them anyway. Even Matt seemed to like two or three of them! We already have the fan favorite, the insufferable one, the villain, and the chill girl, so lets get started! To love!

Aaaand exhale. We made it, guys. Hard to believe we would, but here we are. Tayshia chose the right guy, the other men have learned and grown and are ready to conquer the real world, and Clare got her happy ending. What more could we have asked for from a Bachelorette? It was certainly a season like no other, but a classic ending that left most of giddy and in hapoy tears. Now we have a week of rest before moving onto our Bachelor!! Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and we'll see you at the Nemacolin reposrt in Farmington, PA!

Technically, we get that there were only two episodes this week.. technically. But actually, there were three so get on board. First, pre-hometowns where we see Tayshia do something we've been waiting for her to do for weeks - send Blake home. Poor bud, it's gonna be okay, but it was your time. Second, we have the Men Tell All, where they actually only told a little because there were so few of them there and the whole time they basically yelled at Yosef. But we were HERE. FOR. IT. Thirdly, "hometowns" in La Quinta. Where we really only have one thing to say... which is Tayshia, how dare you? TTBP is back for another double(triple?) header next week!

We pick up where we left off, only not really because Tayshia never looks in the box. What a missed opportunity. But at least we had a lie detector test to look forward to. And what it reveals is… Tayshia’s men are a real whose who of sweeties! Crying is happening. People are opening up. Walls are being torn down. And between Riley, Ben, Zac, Brendan and Ivan, it’s impossible to pick a favorite! Literally. Tayshia can’t pick one - which is why nobody gets the group date rose. Luckily Bennett gets the boot, only to not accept the boot and return by the end :(

**WARNING: This episode contains spoilers from the 1995 Neo-noir psychological crime thriller, Seven** A major shakeup has happened in Bach Nation! Chris Harrison is out and JoJo is IN! And though we have a different host leading the charge, it’s not keeping the men from baring their… souls. We also witness Tayshia opening up, Eazy saying goodbye (sad face) and one of the most psychopathic confrontations in Bachelor History. And that’s saying something.

Hey everyone... and haappy Thanksgiving! Thank so much for spending your Turkey Day with us. Whether it's the actual holiday or not, we hope you are full and happy. We are so grateful for you and for being able to share our true passion (even though passion is a dangerous word to throw around), The Bachelor/Bachelorette, with you all year long. So today, we just want to say thank you, and we love you, and we love Ivan, and it's going to be okay, Ben. See you next week!

It’s Tayshia’s second week as the Bachelorette and the men are...angry! At each other, yes. But also at themselves. And maybe that’s just how life works at the La Quinta during quarantine. Hard to tell. The only thing we know for sure is that Noah looks significantly better without the mustache— If you ask Sarah. Alex thinks it’s not worth losing a part of your identity to appease a bachelorette who’s never going to pick you anyway.

While Dale and Clare are off on their honeymoon or whatever, Tayshia has become our newest Bachelorette. AND BOY IS SHE THE BREATH OF FRESH AIR WE NEEDED! With her comes fun! Excitement! And a limo full of new men! (Some more memorable than the others… ) And while a few of the big players fade into the background, some of the more quiet ones are finally stepping up to the plate. Turns out we love Brendan? And from the looks of it, it appears Tayshia might too…

It's been a while and a lot has happened, but TTBP is so happy to be back! This week joined by Charlie Mihelich from the Baywatch Watch podcast, we discuss Clare's controversial exit and the drama that ensues. Mainly just how difficult it will probably be for Blake Moynes to return that book he got while still stranded at the La Quinta Resort. Which by the way, if you plan on proposing soon, may we recommend the perfect place? Hopefully you won't be as confused as Dale about what is actually going on when you get down on one knee. All jokes aside, we wish Clare and Dale the best, Tayshia good luck, and Blake a full refund on his book. See ya next week Frank & Bachers! (we haven't forgotten about that)

Hopefully everyone's heads have recovered from the whiplash caused by this week's episode. We're up, we're down. We're here, we're there. We're hot, then we're cold. We're yes, then we're no. We're in, then we're out. We're up, then we're down. Wait.. what are talking about again? Dale? Probably Dale. Oh no, it's happening to us too. Thank god Tayshia joins us soon, because I'm not confident that we'll survive another week of this madness. So rest up and we'll see you next week.. at some point. Stay tuned.

It's week 2 (day 2... if you ask Sarah) and the group dates are in full swing. They’re the kind our therapists love. They have: Communication! Love Languages! Dark Secrets Revealed! And it’s an absolute dumpster fire, but we’re loving it, as much as we’re distubred by it. Almost as disturbed as Clare watching her men play Dodgeball in their jockstraps. We’re just hoping she can keep it together enough to last a full season. LOL. In the meantime, a new favorite of Sarah’s rises from it’s Harvard-singed ashes.

Happy night one everybody!! It feels like we've waited a lifetime for this, but we made it. Even though ABC is still pretending like everything is fine and this entire thing isn't about to crumble right before our eyes (much like we are all feeling IRL right now), they really tried to make this special for us and for that we are grateful. And hey, it may not be the mansion we're used to, but that La Quinta Resort ain't half bad! Clare has a plethora of beautiful men to date, most of them have normal jobs, and ALL of them are Covid free? What more could a girl want?! Other than her car and her dogs - which she also has!! We have a feeling this might be one of the most dramatic season yet. Stay tuned to find out!

We’re back! And so are Hannah and Tyler maybe? We’re so excited to discuss another season of Bachelorette with our fellow Franklin & Bach(ers) -- it’s a new nickname we’re trying out. We’ll see if it sticks. Anyway. Be sure to catch Clare’s season starting October 13th 7/8c on ABC and look out for our episodes dropping every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts!

It's a Bachelorette FIRST, so obviously TTBP had to have an emergency episode. Between the rumor mill over the weekend, the Monday morning confirmation that we had a new Bachelorette, and the surprise photo of Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti together in Laguna Beach, one could hardly keep up - good thing we did so you didn't have to. Listen now for our thoughts on all of the drama happening before the new season even airs (apparently soon??) and our fav quarantine recommendations.

Kate Stayman-London - writer, Bachelor fanatic, and all around amazing person - joined TTBP this week to talk about her new book, a USA Today Best Seller, One To Watch! She shares her experience of writing the book, what led her to the premise, and spills her Taylor Swift top 2 fav songs. Kate's book is filled with fashion and heartbreak and everything inbetween. It's like watching the best season of the Bachlorette of all time and is a must read. Check out this interview and then immediately go get One To Watch!

Attention all TTBP Listeners! Head over to @sarahelizabethfranklin on Instagram to find out how you can win a digital copy of Kate Stayman-London's new book, One To Watch. And tune in next week for our interview with Kate herself!

Surprise! TTBP is back early with another star from FOX's Labor of Love - fan fav (and mom fav) Stewart Gill! Not only does Stewart spill some tea about the house dynamics, he also discusses what was going through his head while hanging off the edge of a cliff on his date with Kristy. Listen now to hear what is still to come in the final 2 episodes! Also, make sure to check out @evolutionsapp.

TTBP had the absolute pleasure of talking with star of FOX's new dating show, Labor of Love. Kristy is an incredible woman and role model who can pull off the power pony like nobody's business. Watch her journey on FOX every Thursday 9/8c (availalbe on Hulu the next day) as she dates 15 men in hopes of finding one to be her life partner and father of her children. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll relate and you'll love it. Join TTBP in watching their new fav show!

The first Black Bachelor has been announced! TTBP is so excited for Matt James and looking forwrad to see how the franchcise continues to move forward. Also, listen until the end to hear about the exciting TTBP episodes to come!

We're still quarantined and we're still binge watching the most iconic Bachelor/Bachelorette seasons of all time, and you know what? It's amazing!! This month TTBP covers femnist icon Kaitlyn Bristowe and all the major players that came with her season. Seriously, was this season like, the breeding ground for Bachelor ambassadors? You've got Ben H, Ben Z, Jared, CUPCAKE, freaking Nick Viall, and of course, the glue who holds us all togehter, Tanner from #jadentannerswedding. In these times of stress and fear, it's important to focus on the positive. And how blssed are we to have had this season so grow from, to learn from, to love from. Thank you, Kaitlyn Bristowe, and thank you Bachelor Nation. And don't forget to check out ritual.com/TRUST for 10% off during your first three months!

TTBP is baaack, and we mean way back. We went into the archives to review one of the most iconic seasons in Bachelor history - Jason Mesnick. It's funny how we remember things a certain way and then realize how wrong you were when you revisit it a decade later. Lucky for us, we were able to issues formal apologies to the people who deserved it. This season may have been the most dramatic of its time, but it's simplicity is something we have missed. No fence jump, no windmill, just good ole fashion hooking up in a tent. So enjoy this trip down memory lane, we'll see you next month to talk about nation treasure, Kaitlyn Bristowe. And don't forget to check out ritual.com/TRUST for 10% off during your first three months!

While we're all quarantined up in our homes, why not indulge in a little Bachelor Nation gossip?! This week TTBP brings you all of the social (distance) updates happening in our beautiful Bachelor world, as well as an update on our future schedule as we navigate this time. Break out Netflix & Amazon people, because it's time for our fav Bachelor & Bachelorette alums seasons!!! And if you're looking to do a little online shopping while at home, check out ritual.com/TRUST for 10% off during your first three months!

The season has come to an end.. and there are no words except, MADISON, RUN. Run as fast as you can! Back to Alabama, and never look back at California! For more reasons than COVID-19! Just please, for the love of God, run!!!!!!!!!!! At the end of the day though, she handled herself perfectly and Hannah Ann is our newest feminist icon to come out of Bachelor Nation. #HannahAnnForPresident anyone? Although, she was wrong about one thing, her engagement did not include three women. It included FOUR - Hannah Ann, Madison, Hannah Brown, and BARB WEBER. Barb, you have been canceled.

It's Women Tell All!!! But first, Rose Ceremony. Which was fine, because this was potentially the dullest WTA in bachelor history. But you know what wasn't dull? Meghan Walsh (The Goop Lab producer) join TTBP this week to praise our new Bachelorette, critique our past leads, and dish all things Pilot Pete. He was no Ben Higgins or Nick Viall, but he did the trick for a bit. Your time in the flying seat is about over, Peter, time to do what mother says and BRING. HER. HOME. Whoever she is. And make sure to check out The Goop Lab on Netflix!