Bachelor Party

Juliet is joined by Wesley Morris to break down "After the Final Rose." They weigh in on the franchise's attempt at a televised reconciliation (20:35) before discussing the impact the show had on Matt James (31:25) and the moment Emmanuel Acho was thrust into (51:15). "The Reconciliation Must Be Televised" Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Wesley Morris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Van Lathan to discuss what we saw in "After the Final Rose" and the season finale of 'The Bachelor.' They talk through Matt's reasoning for why he's no longer with Rachael Kirkconnell (5:40), give their thoughts on Jon the Scorpio and Patty (31:10), and discuss Emmanuel Acho's performance as the host (50:50). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Van Lathan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by 'Real World' alum Kyle Brandt to take a look back on his season in 2001. They reflect on the legends Aneesa and Tonya (7:30), talk about his experience being in the house during 9/11 (26:45), and discuss whether or not Kyle would participate in a version of the new show, 'The Real World Homecoming: New York' (46:35). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Kyle Brandt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Rachel Lindsay to talk about Matt’s conversation with his dad at the beginning of this episode and why it felt exploitative (1:00), how it impacted the rest of his dates (14:48), and why ‘The Bachelor’ just can’t seem to get it right when it comes to conversations about race (19:31). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Jared Freid to brainstorm ideas for the 'Bachelor' franchise. They run through their top nine fixes, including adding dates the lead can afford (16:45), utilizing immunity idols (26:40), going on double dates (36:10), and more! Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Jared Freid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amelia Wedemeyer joins Juliet to discuss the "Women Tell All" (1:15). They also talk about what made 'The Bachelor' a more fun show in the past and recommend other reality TV shows to watch (32:01). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by former 'Bachelorette' contestant Mike Johnson to discuss his life after appearing on the show. They talk about his current endeavors (12:45), dating after the show (26:15), and what we can expect from him next (37:11). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Mike Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Rachel Lindsay to break down all of Matt's hometown dates. They talk about Michelle's sweet relationship with her parents (6:16), how they felt while watching Rachael's date in light of recent controversy (14:34), Bri's very boring date (31:08), and Serena P.'s self-exit from the show (38:11). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Rachel Lindsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by former ‘Bachelor’ contestant Ashley Spivey to discuss the Chris Harrison controversy and what they’d like to see change in the franchise (2:22). Then they talk about Ashley’s book club and what they’ve both been reading (32:21). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Ashley Spivey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Amelia Wedemeyer to talk about Chris Harrison's announcement over the weekend that he will temporarily step away as the host of 'The Bachelor' (1:00). Then they get into this week's episode including Heather's very brief appearance (13:23), all of the other women who got sent home (20:40), and the remaining women going into hometown dates (34:33). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rachel tells her cohost Van Lathan about her ‘Extra’ interview with Chris Harrison on 'Higher Learning.' They discuss Harrison's response, Rachael Kirkconnell's apology, and the bigger issue of race within the franchise. Host: Juliet Litman, Rachel Lindsay, and Van Lathan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Entertainment Tonight's Lauren Zima to talk about speculation around who will be the next Bachelorette (1:00), what they've learned about Matt as the Bachelor seven weeks in (18:15), the return of Tyler C. to our TV screens (23:38), and the showdown between Jessenia and MJ (33:45). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Lauren Zima Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Callie Rivers Curry to hand out awards! They discuss who had the best style (12:30), whom they’d want to quarantine with (25:00), and who won the award for MVP (40:30). Plus: thoughts on the reality TV show 'The Challenge.' Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Callie Rivers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by ESPN's Mina Kimes and Mike Golic Jr. to break down this week's episode of 'The Bachelor.' They talk about Anna and Victoria finally getting the boot (1:15), Rachael and Matt's monumental one-on-one date (20:27), Kit's more forgettable one-on-one (38:42), and who shined during this week's group date (44:06). Host: Juliet Litman Guests: Mina Kimes and Mike Golic Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Nora Princiotti for a ‘Bachelor’ check-in. They weigh in on Matt James as the lead (1:00) and discuss their favorite women and memorable moments of the season (19:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Nora Princiotti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Amelia Wedemeyer to break down Clare and Dale’s breakup and this week’s episode of ‘The Bachelor.’ They talk about the sweet moments between Matt and Chelsea and Matt and Michelle (2:28), the nastiness that came from MJ, Victoria, and Anna (16:33), and the five new women who arrived this week (29:57). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Amelia Wedemeyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by Kevin O’Connor to recap Week 3 and discuss the women still in the running for Matt’s heart. They break down the erotica group date (5:00) before addressing the women who stood out (16:00) and their favorites thus far (29:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Kevin O'Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by former ‘Bachelor’ contestant Natasha Parker to break down this week’s episode of ‘The Bachelor.’ They talk about all the drama surrounding Sarah and whether or not the women were right to be mad at her (1:00), the erotica-themed group date (29:10), and Serena P.’s sweet one-on-one date with Matt (38:06). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Natasha Parker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet is joined by ESPN analyst Jay Bilas to discuss 'The Bachelor’ and reality TV favorites. They weigh in on the first two episodes of Matt James’s season (12:30), the athletes in Bachelor Nation (20:30), and the correlation between 'The Bachelor' and their favorite reality TV shows ‘Top Chef,’ ‘Chopped,’ and ‘The Real World’ (27:30). Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Jay Bilas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 2 has begun and Matt James's season is in full swing! James and the contestants continue the search for love at Nemacolin and Jared Freid joins Juliet to discuss the weirdness from Victoria, the wild first group date, and the early favorites out of this season. Host: Juliet Litman Guest: Jared Freid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices