Reality of the Rose: Recent Episodes
Natalie Sprink
Breaking down and discussing all things Bachelor, including episodes, headlines, and social media plays.
Today I recap Joan’s Golden episode 2. Jenn’s season may have had the worst cast of guys ever but this Golden group is certainly making up for that! Jack’s hand puppets, Charles L’s everything, Jonathan’s dance moves, Gregg’s snoring…I cover it all and much more. This was such a fun episode to watch and I loved every minute of it. Join me won’t you as I break it all down!
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The Golden Bachelorette is here and it did not disappoint, which was such a relief after we were left with the disaster that was Jenn’s finale. Joan and the men were a breath of fresh air and I cover it all in this recap. I start the episode, though, talking a bit about the continuing saga of Devin and the ways he keeps digging himself into a huge hole, and I also talk a little about Joey and Jenn’s first performances on Dancing with the Stars. So, join me won’t you?
Holy hell! This was definitely the most dramatic ending to a Bachelor show that we’ve seen but in all the WRONG ways. Jenn Tran, we see you and we stand with you! This finale failed in every way except for Jenn and Jenn’s family. They were amazing and the scenes with them made the show. The break up scenes with Marcus did not impress me, but more importantly, the way that Devin handled himself and mistreated Jenn, and then MOST importantly how the show itself treated its lead. It was mean and destructive and I talk about ALLl the reasons why I feel this way on this week’s episode, so join me won’t you?
On this week’s episode I recap both the Fantasy Suites episode as well as the Men Tell All. Which fantasy suite date was my favorite? What is my prediction for the finale? How do I think Sam M handled his time in the hot seat at the Men Tell All? What are my highs and lows concerning Jenn and her time as the lead? I discuss these topics and so much more. But I start the podcast by discussing the controversy between Kaitlyn Bristowe and Tayshia Adams that has developed over the last week. So join me won’t you?
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On this week’s episode I break down Jenn’s hometown episode. Even though each hometown visit had very similar components, there were a few noteworthy mentions that I caught and discuss. There’s also addition to the show that was very welcomed and I hope the producers keep it up. I do a comparison of Love Island vs Bachelorette which contains a very distinct and valid difference between the two. I then, for any of you Love Island watchers, do a quick recap of last night’s Love Island reunion. Join me won’t you?
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This week’s episode of the Bachelorette was surprising, frustrating, cringy, and Wicked. I have a lot to unpack about everything from Sam’s departure, to Jenn’s style choices, to the Wicked date that I wanted so much to love and many more opinions in between. We also had a lot of Bachelor Nation cameos this episode. What did I think of these? Join me won’t you and find out!
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On this week’s episode I recap Jenn’s episode 5 of the Bachelorette. Two one on ones, a big sheep group date, my fashion analysis of Jenn, a romcom rain kiss, a great set of sheep farmers and a big lack of drama. I talk about all these things and more, so join me won’t you?
This week I am recapping episodes 3 & 4 of Jenn’s season of the Bachelorette. The men of this season are making my head spin. I discuss Sam M’s complete 180 since episode 1 and my thoughts on his building jump one on one date with Jenn. I talk A LOT about Sam N’s super weird behavior that had America cringing. I also of course cover Devin, his one on one, and who he reminds me of (and it’s not Pete Davidson). There’s a lot to talk about and I hope that you join me…won’t you?
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On this episode of Reality of the Rose I recap episodes 1 and 2 of Jenn’s season of the Bachelorette. Who were my night one faves and how did that change from episode 1 to 2? What are my thoughts on Devin and what are my thoughts on Sam M? How do I feel about Jenn as the Bachelorette so far and the season so far? Find out all this and more, so join me won’t you?
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I'm so excited to have Emily on the podcast again except IN PERSON!!! It was even more fun to have her on the same couch with me as we discuss our final thoughts and conclusions on the seasons of Vanderpump Rules, The Valley, and Summer House. Then we get into the current seasons of RH of New Jersey and Dubai. And then we get into the nitty gritty of anyalyzing and picking apart the men of Jenn's season. Who has potential, who is cringy, who will we love, who will annoy us. We get way into the weeds with this analysis, so join us won't you?
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Allie joins me again on this week’s episode as we discuss the topics of self awareness, bad habits, confrontation, and situational personalities. We also talk about how anxiety can affect each of these things, and talk about how we each view ourselves and each other when it comes to these traits. I then finish off the episode by asking Allie an array of questions about how she views her life in NY now that she has lived there for two years. I ask her about pros, cons, dating life, food experiences, opportunities and what she misses from the rural life. Join us won’t you?
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On this week’s episode I get a little personal. I start by briefly discussing Jenn’s men who just made their debut via ABC, and in a very creative way. I also discuss a little Bravo…Real Housewives of NJ and Dubai, Summer House, VPR and The Valley finales and reunions. To end the episode, I address a topic that Brett, one of the men from Jenn’s season, led me to…body image. I discuss it from a societal point of view and how, especially women, continue to get conflicting messages every day. But I also discuss my personal struggles with body image and how it continues to be something I contend with, despite being “old enough to know better”. Join me for this discussion, won’t you?
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On this week’s episode it’s just little old me…and who’s afraid of little ole me (ode to TS, you're welcome Allie and Grace). So, this week you get only my opinions on several specific topics. I start with a few Bachelor related topics…Joan as the Golden Bachelorette, the Ryan and Trista Sutter saga (gotta listen to this one if you haven’t heard about it), and Maria’s appearances on Call Her Daddy and Off the Vine. I then jump to some general pop culture/news related headlines. I briefly address the alleged split between Ben and JLo and I end the podcast with a fairly extensive analysis on MY point of view of Harrison Butker’s commencement speech to the graduates of Benadictine College in Kansas. Join me won’t you?Intro music, www.bensound.com "Happy Rock"
My Wisconsin bestie, Jodi, returns to the podcast to chat! We check in on her life since she appeared as my first rose interview. We touch on the new Golden Bachelorette Joan, and her backstory of having to leave the Golden Bachelor due to her daughter's postpartum depression and in turn discuss Jodi's struggles with PPD. We get the details on her destination wedding and her new lake house investment. We briefly discuss our success rate on our predictions for the women on Joey's season, and then we end the podcast with Jodi answering some new and enlightening questions that allow us to get to know her even better! Join us won't you?
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On this week's episode I welcome back Dawn Meyer, who was my second ever Rose Interview, to see what she is up to these days. She stepped back from Instagram for awhile and we talk about why, what brought her back, and how she is now changing with the ever evolving world of influencing on Instagram. She shares some of her tips, her struggles, her victories and how she is learning to be more patient with herself. I also ask her some fun "get to know you" questions that have nothing to do with Instagram during which I learned a fun fact about McDonald's that shocked me!! We have a lot of fun so join us won't you?
Dawn's Instagram - @dawnedonmeblog
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On this week's episode Allie and her roommates, Maggie and Vanessa, join me from NY as we celebrate Allie's birthday with a plethora of random topics. I tell a few stories from Allie's childhood, we discuss Taylor Swift's new album, The Tortured Poet's Society, which leads us to thanK you aIMee and the Kim and Taylor feud. We touch base on a little Peaky Blinders and what qualities the girls would pick if they had to choose a sperm donor. Then we end with a few Rose questions that I ask each of the girls such as, what makes you envious, what celebrity would you want to be friends with, what is something you cannot wrap your head around and so much more! Join us won't you?
I am flip-flopping the episodes a little this week. This episode was supposed to be released two weeks ago, but due to some recording errors, which got fixed, I am releasing it now. In this episode I welcome Emily once again as we discuss the highly publicized Golden Divorce between Gerry and Theresa, Royal Family and recent headlines, streaming service preferences and how everything leads to Friends. Join us won't you?
This week's episode is packed full of Bravo show recaps and many, many side tangents. Some of the topics Emily and I chat about: Monica on The Viall Files, Zach on the Viall Files, Tom Schwartz on the Viall Files, music festivals, Sam Barber, Johnny Knoxville's autograph, Sex and the City, The Valley, disposable cameras, Emily's delivery room photo shoot, Vanderpump, Summer House and somehow even more! Join us won't you?
On this week's episode Emily joins me again. Not only do we discuss and recap last week's Bravo show line up, but we also get into the full totality of the Eclipse, what rural living is like in Idaho, how Emily's job hunt is going, and so much more. We also get a visit from Murphy and Ollie. Who is that? You'll have to tune in to find out!
This week Emily joins me once again to recap all the reality! Not only do we discuss Joey and Kelsey, Jenn as the new Bachelorette, the women empowerment that is Daisy and all of the Bachelor finale gossip, but we give a whole Bravo recap as well. We discuss the new The Valley, some Real Housewives news, Vanderpump, Summer House...we cover it all! We also start the episode by learning some new and exciting news about Emily. So join us won't you!
Today it's just little ole me recapping the Women Tell All. I address what I think were both the highs and lows and I discuss what I think was clear producer interference back in Tulum. After WTA, I discuss my thoughts on the Reunion of Love is Blind and all the drama that filled our screens. Join me won't you?
I've got friend of the podcase, Miranda, joining me again for a recap of all things Joey's fantasy suites, but also Love is Blind. How did Joey handle these dates? What about the Golden Women having their input? Clay saying no at the alter, respectable or horrible? Chelsea, makes us crazy or love her? We cover all these topics and so much more, so join us won't you?
This week I catch up with Steph after our little tipsy podcast from Punta Cana. We discuss a little life and she shares some big news with us! Then we get into Joey's hometowns. Steph is not a Bachelor watcher so we get a non-biased perspective of the women, their families and Joey. She also has come up with a fantastic idea for the franchise and I hope the producers are listening because it's a good one! So join us won't you as we recap hometowns!!
On this week's episode I start off by giving my thoughts on Love is Blind so far this season (up to episode 9). I go couple by couple giving you my opinions on each, and I don't hold back, even if some of what I have to say may be an unpopular opinion. I am then joined by Julie once again to recap episode 7 of Joey's season. He narrows the women down to the 4 that will go to hometowns and continues to be that Joey that we just adore! Join me won't you as we bring some Love is Blind love to the Bachelor recap!
We intended to stick to episode 6 of Joey's season, but we ended up touching on a little Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Vanderpump Rules, and Love is Blind...whew! Don't worry, we get to all the good Bachelor highlights including what we think happens in the finale and who are our current top 4. I always enjoy having Emily recap with me because she gets it, and me!! So join us won't you as we recap like crazy!
This week I recap both episode 4 & 5 of Joey's season. We get the funniest group date there's been in awhile, the two on one we've all been waiting for, and lots of one on ones. What are my thoughts on the one on ones? How do I feel about Maria? Who are my final 4 picks? And who has the best hair on the show? I give these opinions and so many more, so join me won't you as I recap The Bachelor episode 4 & 5.
Join me won't you as I recap episode 3 of Joey's season. There's tennis, costumes, mean girls, cheers that give the ick, our Golden ladies, more Daisy, KFC and that Joey gaze. Hear it all as I give you a rundown of my opinions of this weed's Bachelor episode 3.
On this week's episode, we deviate from the Bachelor world and instead have some fun doing a little girl talk from Punta Cana! As we sit around with our cocktails we chat about a little of everything. We discuss Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, the Barbie movie, the world of resorts and vacations, either/or questions, and a little would you rather. The chaos increases as the cocktails flow, so allow Steph, Liz, Clara and I entertain you on this week's Reality of the Rose.
On this week's episode I recap Joey's Bachelor night one as well as episode 2. And I proclaim it a HIT. I love it! I begin by touching on a few non-Bachelor related items like Vanderpump Rules and Taylor Swift's potential Super Bowl trip. But then I dive into Joey, his women and this season. This is one of the best sets of players the show as seen in awhile and Joey is proving to be on the best Bachelors we have seen in a LONG time, for so many reasons. What is that I like about Joey? Who did I not like episode one, but am loving now? Who is my Top 4 prediction? Join me won't you as I recap episode 1 & 2 of The Bachelor!
My BFF Jodi, who does NOT watch the show helps me break down all the women on Joey's season. He's got a whopping 32 women to choose from and seems to possibly have a type based on what we observe for who was cast. We do our judging based on ABC's bios and their Instagram account. Find out who we like, who we don't, who might be the villain and who we think are night oner's. Also as a side note, GO LISTEN TO THE VIALL FILES PODCAST WITH CLAYTON ECHARD!!! It's an incredible story!! Unbelievable and so worth the listen!
Happy New Year! To start off 2024 I talk a little about the Gypsy Rose story and announce I will do a podcast recapping the documentary on Lifetime that came out last week. Then we get into the meat of this episode as I discuss some Bachelor headlines to discuss involving Rachel Lindsay and Kaitlyn Bristowe. I then talk about the big LIVE Golden Wedding where I discuss the highs and lows of the show from my perspective, my favorite moment from the night, the cringey moments, the surprises and so much more. Join me won't you as we start off 2024!
Emily joins me again this week, but this time I conduct my Rose Interview with her. She shares so much with us. Her dog voice is adorable, she has an opinion about Buc-ees, Queen Elizabeth and TikTok. She generously shares some of her mental health struggles as well as what it's like being a single mom. We get to hear a fantastic embarrassing moment, her favorite movie, a question she has for me and so much more. Join me won't you as we get to know Emily...even more!Intro Music www.bensound.com "Happy Rock"
Today on the podcast I welcome a new guest, Emily Hoehne. Emily not only shares a love of the Bachelor but also a love of fashion. However, she is living out this love of fashion with her own clothing boutique, Stash, located in Cape Girardeau, MO. She gives us insight on what led her to open her own boutique, how she chose the name, the pros and cons of owning your own business and so much more. Then we jump to her view on the Bachelor franchise, when she started watching, who are her favorites, what she thought of Gerry, and again, so much more. Join me won't you as we welcome Emily to the podcast!
The Golden Bachelor has ended and Gerry officially is engaged. Miranda joins me again this week to discuss Gerry's finale, his fiance Theresa, Leslie's heartbreak, the Golden wedding and so much more. Join me won't you as Miranda and I recap the finale of Golden Bachelor!
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On this week's episode you get the pleasure of getting to know my mom! Not only does she give her thoughts on the Golden Bachelor, but more importantly we get to learn a lot about her as well. What is her most embarrassing moment, what gets on her last nerve, what (really cool) experience helped shape her and so much more!! Join me won't you as we get to know my mom!!!
I'm recapping with just myself again this week but full of opinions about this week's episodes of Golden Bach and BIP. Hear my highs and lows of both shows this week and listen as I discuss what I feel is another fantastic play on the part of producers of Golden, versus what is the demise of the producers on BIP. We gotta love this franchise, don't we? So join me, won't you as we recap Fantasy Suites Golden and whatever you wanna call BIP.
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I've got a treat for you this week with TWO cohosts. One you have heard recap with me before and BOTH have been Rose Interviews. Join me in welcoming Julie and Steph to the podcast. Julie, as we know, watches, but Steph does not, which also makes it a little more interesting. We also are all around the same age so give another generation's perspective on the perfection that is the Golden Bachelor and the hot mess that is BIP. For the record, the was the best Women Tell All in the history of the show, from my perspective. Join us won't you as we recap Women Tell All and BIP.
This week I have a brand new guest to Reality of the Rose to help me recap. This week Jenna Lenzner joins me to break down Gerry's hometowns and the dumpster fire that is BIP. It's always a pleasure, and more fun, to get someone else's take on the Bachelor shows of our. Find out how Jenna came to be this week's co-host as well as a whole new fresh take from another generation of Bachelor Nation. Join me won't you in welcoming Jenna to the show!
Jenna's Instagram - @jenna_l03
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This week I'm honored to have Miranda co-hosting with me again. Together we discuss last week's Golden Bachelor and BIP. It's always good to have another perspective and Miranda has some great perspective. Who does she think Gerry will pick? What are her thoughts on the BIP cast? What makes Golden Bachelor so good? We talk about all these things and so much more. I also rapid fire Miranda with a list of either/or questions to end the episode. Join me won't you as we welcome Miranda!!
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Join me won't you as I recap last week's episodes of Golden Bachelor and BIP. Where does the poop drama stand, or do you even care? Who do I think the final three and winner of Golden Bachelor will be? I'm giving my opinions once again on the highs and lows of each of these seasons.
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We have episode 3 this week and even though I sound like a broken record, it's true...we have another great fulfilling episode with Gerry and another way too long episode of BIP. Join me won't you as I give my highs and lows of each for the week.
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Another recap episode of Golden Bachelor and BIP this week. Golden Bachelor continues to impress and I tell you all my reasons why, while BIP continues to disappoint and I don't hold anything back there either. Join me won't you as we recap week two!
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The Golden Bachelor has finally arrived and it was amazing! There are so many reasons I loved it and I talk about them all. BIP started out strong, but ended on a pretty predictable note. I'm happy to be back recapping with you and sharing my theories and thoughts on both of these seasons. So join me won't you as we recap Gerry and BIP!
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On this week's episode I have another rose interview, this week with Lara Levenberg. Lara is a co-worker of Allie, who also joins the podcast this week since she is vacationing with me in Idaho! Lara is not new to the podcast because she is also a Bachelor fan, so besides being my new favorite person, has also recapped the Bachelor with me on the podcast, which is why you may recognize her name! Lara is a fantastic guest! She shares a lot with us...from a very meaningful impact on her life to great things to take to a deserted island. She shares a very "New York" pet peeve and a relatable outlook on mental health. Join me won't you as we get to know Lara!
On this week's episode I share another Rose Interview with you. I have my friend Julie with me this week. I've had her on before recapping a couple episodes of the Bachelor, but this time we get to know Julie herself! She shares all kinds of good stuff including what her childhood was like...I have a feeling you will won't expect what she has to say about that...her very useful life hack, her professional view on mental health, some pretty funny embarrassing moments and so much more. Join me won't you as we get to know Julie!
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Tonight I have the true pleasure of having 4 amazing cohosts recap and breakdown Charity’s finale. Find out what we think about Dotun and Charity, Joey’s glow up, Joey’s glow up and Joey’s glow up…and oh yeah, Joey as our new Bachelor. And then stayed tuned as we go way off course and discuss everything from lab diamonds vs real diamond, pregnancy, other dating shows and much more! This is a fun one so join us won’t you as we recap Charity’s finale and much much more!Intro Music www.bensound.com "Happy Rock"
Best Men Tell All ever!! I loved so much about this Men Tell all! What did I love? You'll have to tune in to find out! And who do we LOVE...Gerry! What a great segment getting to know him a little better! Join me won't you as we recap the Men Tell All!
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This week's episode is the fantasy suite episode. There's a bit of a twist when Xavier reveals something he's been keeping from Charity. What does she do about it? We also have a surprise return which is actually not too much of a surprise but it is to Charity! How cute is Dotun? I will certainly make that known. Join me won't you as we recap Charity's fantasy suite dates!
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It's my least favorite episode of any season, hometowns. But I am here with your recap albeit a bit late. Four hometowns this week with Aaron, Joey, Xavier and Dotun. Find out which families were my favorties, who gave her the best date, what made me cry and what did I think about Aaron going home. Join me won't you as I discuss Charity's hometowns.
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This week's episode has a special guest Bachelorette virgin!! My very good friend Becky, who has NEVER watched any Bachelor shows ever, watches and then helps me recap this episode of Charity's season. HOWEVER, we had a few cocktails, so it's a doozie. We get a little off track a few times but it's great to get a whole different perspective from someone who nothing about the franchise. We also have a unplanned special guest appearance by Allie as well. You can't miss this one. So, join us won't you as we recap and have a blast with Charity's 5th episode!!
On this week's episode I have a special guest visiting straight from NYC, Allie! This is her first episode of Charity's season so find out what she thinks of Charity as Bachelorette. We discuss all things Brayden and have lots of opinions. Who do we hope gets down on one knee? And then there's always Charity's impeccable style to discuss. We even get a bit into And Just Like That for a few minutes. Join us won't you as Allie and I recap episode 4 of Charity's season.
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This week's Bachelorette episode brings us two one on one's, one of which is one of the funniest I think I've ever seen. We also get a hilarious group date that brings out some big personalities in the men. I break down all of Charity's outfits that are again all amazing. This show is packed with drama, some laughs, some earrings, a naked Ken doll, a baseball to the face and so much more. Join me won't you as I recap episode 3 of Charity's season.
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This week is Charity's episode 2 recap. This girl is not disappointing and I am pleasantly surprised how much I like her. This week I talk about the uncomfortably long kiss, earring and scarf choices, what I think of Charity's style and who I think is the sweetest of the guys. Join me won't you as I recap this week's Bachelorette!
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On today's episode I switch things up a bit. Today Allie is hosting the pod and she is interviewing me!! You got a chance to get to know me better on my 100th episode, but Allie decided there was more you should know. What is my favorite episode of my podcast so far, how would I do the podcast different if I had a chance, what is my favorite part about being a mom, AND the lightning round! Join us won't you as Allie reveals more about Me!!
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Bachelorette is back and Charity Lawson is this season's lead! The 20th season of the Bachelorette will not disappoint, or at least that's how I feel after the first episode. Charity gave off sassier and deeper vibes than I thought she would and she handles herself well but not too well. It seems like a good group of guys with a little bit of everything personality and then some. Spencer...oh my. Brayden...what will become of him. I hope to not actually meet James' mom and did Charity's brother actually pull of his bit? Join me won't you as I recap episode 1 of Charity's season!!
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On my hundredth episode, which I'm very proud of, I decided to do my Rose Interview with myself! I've had listeners mention getting to know me better and so I thought, why not! Find out what pet peeves I have that drive me crazy!! Learn my very extensive nighttime facial routine and the products I use. Find out how I handle my mental health. Learn about the life event that impacted my life the most! What three items would I choose to take to a deserted island, and much much more!! Join me won't you as I reveal a lot about myself!
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My facial routine products:
Equate liquid eye makeup remover - Walmart
Oil of Olay Regenerating Cream Cleanser - Walmart
Latisse - SkinSolutionsMD website
Ahava Hydration Cream Mask - Ulta
Innbeauty Retinol Remix - innbeautyproject.com
Tula Clear it Up Gel - Ulta
Il makiage Power Lift Plumping Cream - ilmakiage.com
Thrive Defying Gravity eye cream - thrivecausmetics.com
Gold Bond neck and chest firming cream - Ulta
Mario Badescu Rosewater Facial Spray - Ulta
Makeup Loves:
Better Than Sex mascara - Ulta
City Lips clear lip gloss - citybeauty.com
Thrive Shadow pencils - thrivecausmetics.com
Elf Putty Blush in Bora Bora color - elfcosmetics.com
Books:
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Verity by Colleen Hoover
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
On this week's episode we judge the hell out of the second 12 of Charity's men and I give my predictions of the final 8 and then final 4. We have a broad spectrum of men this year with, again, a lot of abs and fitness buffs. But who do I think will make it? Tune in to find out and also judge for yourself!
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This week I get back to a little Bachelor content as I start analyzing and judging Charity's men based on their ABC Bachelor profile and their Instagram accounts. Who do I think will go home early and why, who has villain potential and who will go to the end. Join me won't you as I judge the first 13 of Charity's men!
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On this week's episode Allie joins me once again. We're doing a second half of the season recap for Love is Blind, but also getting all the details about Allie's big weekend with my niece Grace and their Taylor Swift concert experience. It's a bit of a freestyle episode taking the conversation as it comes, so join us won't you as I have another good chat with Allie.
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I've skipped a couple weeks of podcast episodes because my husband and I took a 25th wedding anniversary trip. On today's episode you will learn all about that trip. Allie is joined by a couple of her friends to interview ME about where we went and how it was (AMAZING is the answer to that question). But before that interview begins you get to be privy to a casual conversation about many random things going on with Allie and her roommates that includes us each identifying which character we are from Sex and the City, what they had for dinner, a fun fact about her roommate Casey's dog Frank and much more. Join us won't you as we do a freestyle episode.
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This week I take a break from recapping Love is Blind to interview my good friend Steph, with another Rose interview. I've kept some of the same questions but have also updated the question list with quite a few new questions as well! What are the three things Steph would take to a deserted island, how did she win Woman of the Year, who is the one person in the world she would love to have coffee with and what question does she ask ME? Also we've heard other "roses" give me their dog voice, but have you ever heard a sheep voice? Join me won't you as we get to know Steph!
Steph's Instagram: @stephaniemueller
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On this week's episode you are in for a treat! I have the one and only storytelling KING, Caleb Davis! Who is Caleb Davis? Well, you will definitely find out by tuning in to this week's episode. Caleb and I have joked about doing a podcast together for years, and maybe it's not our own podcast, but it certainly is an entertaining episode. Yes, we recap episode 5 of Love is Blind, a show that Caleb has never even heard of, much less watched, but even better we get to be entertained by his stories...how did he meet his wife Hannah, how did he become an outfitter, how does he deal with clients who poop their pants, and what about that death march that I experienced with him 4 years ago? You get it all and more! Join me won't you as Caleb and I recap Love is Blind...kinda!
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On this week's episode Allie joins me once again as we recap episodes 3 & 4 of Love is Blind. The engagements and reveals are completed and the Mexico stays begin. We get some mean girl action and some ick action. We have our favorites and our least favorites, that's for sure. We have chemistry couples and no chemistry couples and we make no secret about what we think of Micah and Idina's antics. Join us won't you as we dive deeper into Love is Blind.
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My special guest this week is one of your favorites...my beautiful daughter Allie. While she's home for Easter from the big city, we watched the first two episodes of season 4 of Love is Blind. However we start the episode off by learning a little bit more about what is new in Allie's life and job (lots of plugs present). Then, after our LIB recap, I spill a tiny bit of Bachelor tea about Zach and Kaity and then I do an either/or speed round with Allie which as you know are always fun and revealing! Join us for the fun, won't you?!
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This week, Julie joins me once again to recap Zach's finale and ATFR. We discuss Ariel and our love for all everything she does. We break down Gabi's experience and all the ways in which Zach just doesn't seem to know when to stop. Also, what do we think will happen with Kaity and Zach? We give our angle on the Sean Lowe parallels and even our initial thoughts on Charity's little Bachelorette teaser at the end. Join us won't you as Julie and I recap Zach's finale.
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On my 90th episode I break down one of the most awkward fantasy suite date episodes to date. I have some major opinions on how this whole week went down. Why do I think Zach felt he needed to handle it the way he did, why did he feel the need to ruin Kaity's date, go back on his word to Gabi, or even make this decision when he clearly didn't think it through. We also officially have the most dignified and poised player to play...do you agree? Join me won't you as we recap Zach's sex week!
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I've got an extra special episode this week as I bring in TWO guests/cohosts to help me recap TWO episodes. This week I welcome Allie and her friend/co-worker Lara. Lara is a long time Bachelor watcher and even though Allie hasn't watched much of this season, she's watch enough seasons prior to be able to give unbiased opinions on these episodes as well. Being New Yorkers, find out what Allie and Lara thought of the Ariel's hometown date, hear their opinions on Zach as the Bachelor, what do we think about how Charity will do as the Bachelorette, and what's the deal with Sex Week? Join us won't you as we recap Hometowns and the Women Tell All
Allie's Instagram: @alliesprink
Lara's Instagram: @laralevs
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On this week's episode we whittle the girls down to four...the four that will have hometowns. On our way there we have the worst cry acting that a lead has ever produced. I give lots of opinions of Zach's performances, all of which seem like he's getting a bit big for his britches. We get two one on one's with one girl being sent home without a tear from one of them, and we get a group date that frankly should have had it's own trigger warning. Join me won't you as I give my opinions on episode 7 of Zach's season.
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On this week's recap of Zach's 6th episode we get a bit of forced drama. We get lots of crying about one on one's and a seemingly out of nowhere ballsy move by Kat that gets her a bit of a villain edit this week. Will it last? After tonight we are down to the final 6. Find out what I think about the drama that actually wasn't and who do I think is going to win? Join me won't you as I recap this week's episode of The Bachelor.
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On this week's episode I have a special guest co-host. You have heard her before on my podcast when she did one of my Rose interviews with me. My hair stylist Miranda Calmes joins me again to recap tonight's Bachelor episode. Find out what we thought of the covid plotline, who are we rooting for, who do we want to go home, what about that Pretty Woman date, and just exactly what are our thoughts on Zach by now. Join us won't you, as Miranda and I recap Zach's episode 5.
Miranda's Instagram: @the.bohemian.hair.artist
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On this week's Bachelor recap I give my take on how this season is going so far and how Zach is striking me as the Bachelor. The show pushes back on Instagram followers once again and proves they will not change their mind on this. We have ATV's, snorkeling, and lots of asking permission for kisses. Join me won't you as I recap Zach's episode 4.
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On this week's episode I have a special guest cohosting and recapping with me...my friend Julie. I'm in MO and on a whim asked Julie if it suited her to get together, watch us some Bachelor and record and recap episode. It suited her!! But, when we decided to do this episode together, neither one of us had any idea that the franchise would throw us for such a loop! Tonight was, at least for us, one of the biggest shockers and twists in Bachelor history. I am certain that no one expected what happened tonight and it leaves us all wondering, what now?! Join us won't you as Julie and I recap Zach's episode 3.
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This episode is very special to me. On this special edition of the podcast I talk with Kelly Echard, Bachelor 26 Clayton Echard's mom. Not only does Kelly share some perspective of being the mom of a lead on the most iconic dating show on TV, but we also get to know Kelly herself, separate from being the "mom of The Bachelor". Had she watched the Bachelor before Clayton's season, what did she think of all that kissing we saw, and how did she feel when Clayton went through some very hard times during the airing of his season? But also, what does Kelly do for a living, what is her beauty secret, what books does she love and how about that embarrassing moment (and we may even learn one about Clayton). Join me, won't you, as we get to know Kelly!
Kelly's Instagram handle: @kelly_kjbean
Clayton's Instagram handle: @claytonechard
Clayton's upcoming book: 180 Degrees
Favorite book recommendations of Kelly:
Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt
The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel
Code Name: Helen by Ariel Lawhon
On episode 2 of Zach's season we get the start of mansion living and the girls dating life with Zach. Along with cringy dance moves, cringy kisses, and cringy conversations, we also get to see Tahz (from BIP) turn into a villain for a wholee 2 minutes, we get a helicopter ride "over the mansion", and some great Cat face play. Join me won't you as we recap episode 2 of Zach's season.
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Zach's season has arrived and we finally get to meet Zach's girls, and well, let's be realistic, meet Zach too. There's a lot of girls that know what they are doing and know what they signed up for this season. I start off by going over who I have picked as my top 6, top 4 and who have the most villain potential. Am I on track? You'll have to tune in to see. Join me, won't you, as we recap Zach's night one!!
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On this week's second episode, I break down the second set of 15 players from Zach's season. There is villain potential, America's sweetheart potential, and everything in between. One thing is for sure, these girls know social media and I have a feeling that many of them know the game. Join me won't you as we figure out who will give for the right reason vibes and who will give this is a great opportunity vibe. Bachelor Season 27...here we gooooo
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We are back on Bachelor content as season 27 of The Bachelor is only about a week away. Today I dive into the first 15 players on Zach's season. I look at both the girls' ABC bio as well as analyze and go through each girl's Instagram account. Join me won't you as I give my opinions on who may go far, who may be the villain, and who looks to have a future in the Bachelor franchise.
Today's episode is the last rose interview before I start back into Bachelor content. On this episode we get to know Becky who is my very good friend from Missouri, but also my first cousin, so we have literally known each other our entire lives. I can also count on being cheered up when I talk to Becky because somehow we always find ourselves laughing when we're together. This interview is no exception. Other than us getting off on a few tangents, we learn about how and why Becky started her own daycare, we learn what her dream is after she retires, which sounds perfectly amazing to me, we hear her totally validated (by me) unpopular opinion, the dog voice of course, and so much more. Join me as we get to know Becky!
For reference I have listed below Becky's info, as well as products and info she recommends:
Instagram: @showmom11
Eyeliner: Aesthetica
Chapstick (Black tube)
Kiwi Blush - Victoria's Secret
Lip treatment: Farm House Fresh - Lip Bluephoria
Serum: Collagen Serum
Serum: Farm House Fresh - Ageless Facial Serum
Moisturizer: Herbivore Aquarius
Favorite Instagram Accounts: @itty_bitty_farmhouse, @thebirdspapaya, @crz_yoga
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On this week's rose interview, we get to know my hair stylist Miranda Calmes. She is gorgeous both inside and out and she is a blessing to me because she KNOWS CURLY HAIR (and that's hard to find). Miranda shares a lot about herself (wait until you hear her "dog" voice), gives us some fantastic advise (best beauty hack yet), exposes all with her physical insecurity (this one is funny), and so much more. Join me won't you as we get to know Miranda.
For reference I have listed below Miranda's info, as well as products she recommends:
Instagram and TikTok: @the.bohemian.hair.artist
Miranda's website: www.wildwoodshippie.com
Blush recommendations: Elf Putty Blush in shade Bora Bora, Milani Cheek Kiss in shade Blushing Berry
Lip Gloss: Hard Candy Lip Gloss in any shade
Skin Care: Aveda Tulasara Firm Concentrate, Bio Elements Really Rich Cream, Aveda Daily Light Guard Defense SPF 30, The Ordinary AHA BHA Mask, DHC Oil Cleanser
Lashes: Ioni Lashes at Dollar Tree
Instagram accounts she recommends: @jordanlipscombee, @farfrombooked, @sammijefcoates
Authors Miranda loves: Lisa Unger, Colleen Hoover, Natasha Preston
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My off season rose interviews continues this week with an interview of my daughter, Allie Sprink. You have heard from Allie before when she has helped me with Bachelor recaps, but this time we get more in depth and learn even more about her. What body insecurity does she struggle with, what is her favorite blush, what does she do day to day at her new job, what is her favorite (and unexpected) favorite guilty pleasure snack, what are her favorite places to shop and so. much. more! Join me won't you as you get to know Allie Sprink
On this week's "Rose Interview", we get to know Dawn Meyer. Dawn is an influencer from Indiana, but she is so much more than an influencer. Dawn shares so many life experiences, beauty hacks, book recommendations, and so much more. She is well traveled, articulate and such a joy to talk to. Learn her hack for droopy eye lids, her favorite "can't live without" beauty product, her must see travel destinations, why being a part of the sandwich generation is so difficult for her and a plethora of other great information. Join me, won't you, as we get to know Dawn!
www.dawnedonme.com
Instagram: @dawnedonmeblog
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Today's episode is my first off season interview with my first "Rose". This rose does not in reference to The Bachelor, but in reference to the women that I will interview over the course of the next weeks until the premiere of The Bachelor on January 23. My first "rose" is my best friend Jodi. Learn about her most challenging life event, her most embarrassing moment, her favorite makeup, her best beauty hack and much much more! Join me, won't you, as we get to know Jodi!
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On this delayed recap of the finale of Bachelor in Paradise, I neatly wrap up the season in a nice neat bow with an abbreviated recap of how the show ended. What couple made it, what couple didn't and how I felt they should have made the reunion different. Join me won't you for my final BIP recap of 2022!
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On this week's recap we get to meet 3 new girls hitting sand, all of which I have deep sympathy for. We get a strange visit from Gabby and Rachel and a 90's dance that turns ugly fast. We also witness the most pointless argument to ever hit the beach, or anywhere for that matter. Join me won't you as I recap and give my opinions on episodes 13 and 14 of BIP.
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On this week's Reality of the Rose I start off by discussing my weekend binge of Love is Blind and compare it to the Bachelor. I then discuss some Bachelor news including Gabby and Erich, Victoria and Gregg, and Clare Crawley. Then finally we get to the recap for BIP, otherwise known as the Rodney and Eliza show. Never have I seen more time spent on one storyline and it was not justified in my humble opinion. We get one funny huju though, so all wasn't bad. Join me won't you as we recap episode 12 of BIP.
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On this week's BIP episodes 10 & 11 we get a lot of bad communication and misunderstood points of view. First Eliza and Rodney, then Genevieve and Aaron, then Kate and Logan, then back to Genevieve and Aaron. We get shots, human tacos, Justin is scared of bugs, and twin action. Join me won't you as we recap this week's BIP episode together!
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On this episode we recap BIP episodes 6 & 7. Tonight we have the trials and then miracles of Michael A. We have happy couples for a whole half a day until the producers swipe an idea straight from the set of Love Island. We have more Jill meltdowns, Shenae changing her mind, Logan changing his mind, Rodney changing his mind, Jacob changing his mind...lots of that going around. And Victoria who is showing more class than any of knew was humanly possible from her. Join me won't you as we dive shallow into this week's BIP!
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On this week's episode I start off by discussing Clayton and Susie and their Off the Vine podcast interview. It's a must listen. Then on this week's episode 4 and 5 BIP episodes, we see the trials of Jared and Ashley's sex life, the long awaited and highly respected visit by the "actual" Salley, my choice for best narrator of all time and the most awkward pizza date in history. Join me won't you as I break down another crazy mess from BIP.
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On this week's BIP recap, I cover both Monday and Tuesday's shows at once. A lot goes down, but in particular I cover how I feel about Victoria Fuller, who I think the new Grocery Store Joe is, who is currently getting on my last nerve, what hair style distracted the hell out of me and who my two new favorite men are. Join me won't you as we cover all the happenings on the sand this week!
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We have officially made it through Gabby and Rachel's season to a more light-hearted and fun BIP season, thank goodness. It did not disappoint. There's lots of Clayton's girls and a mix of Michelle, Gabby, Rachel and Katie's guys. We have some early connections, Wells is back, Justin with more face play, some unexpected nipple play and lots of drink and tears. What more could you ask for? Join me won't you as I recap the first 2022 BIP episode!
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Finally, it was ACTUALLY the most dramatic finale ever. Wow. Tonight's (part 2) finale of Gabby's and Rachel's season did not disappoint. It was definitely dramatic! But on this episode I get to hash it out with my friend Julie, who is also a super fan! We cover everything about this season, from our thoughts on two Bachelorettes, to the dramatic finale last night, to Logan and his supposed covid, to our thoughts on Ethan, editing, producing, fashion and of course the awkwardness that was Zach's first fake night at the mansion as the new Bachelor. We cover it all! Join us won't you, as Julie and I have our own girl chat ala Gabby and Rachel!
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Part 1 of the Finale of this season was deemed the most dramatic and emotional one ever (isn't it always?), but in this week's episode you will hear all the reasons why in fact this was actually the most frustrating one ever. We have each of the guys left meet the girl's parents and what ensues during these meetings is something I cannot comprehend. Join me won't you as I, as usual, tell you my thoughts on this week's episode!
On this week's episode I recap both Fantasy Suite episodes. As usual we get some surprises, some drama, some tears and one giant douchebag. Poor Gabby gets put through the ringer and Rachel continues to pick outfits that are not becoming and use all the Bachelorette phrases. However, we have a cliffhanger "that is like no other". Join me won't you as we take a look at Fantasy Suites.
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On this episode of Reality of the Rose we recap what is one of the most boring hometowns I've seen, but more importantly the Men Tell All. We didn't have much drama on this season, but they were able to pull out a decent Men Tell All. Find out which were my favorite parts and which parts they could have left on the cutting room floor. But the sauce was good!! Join me won't you as I give you MY opinions on tonight's episode!!
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Welcome to a special edition of Reality of the Rose. On this episode we "fake" another Generations episode and turn it into a massive surprise for my niece Grace, or so we think. We start of the episode "as normal" and work our way into the surprise of Harry Styles tickets at Madison Square Garden. Her reaction is priceless but she surprises us with something of her own. Join me won't you as we give a huge 15 year old Harry Styles superfan the surprise of her life!
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On this week's episode of Gabby and Rachel's season we have hometowns, but I start with a little convo about the Logan/covid controversy. Then I recap all the hometowns. We finally get some hujus and we get lots of good parent play. The parent play has a whole range of players from super accepting to not accepting at all. I may have even changed my mind about who I think Gabby will pick. Join me won't you as we get to meet the parents!
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On tonight's episode of the Bachelorette we have the best group date in a long time, the most authentic goodbye in a long time and the departure of our beloved Ethan. We also get a bit of hot wax, tickling, bikes, covid, and an attempt to make us believe Rachel doesn't pick Tino. Join me won't you as I recp episode 6 of Gabby and Rachel's season!
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Surprise everyone! I have Allie unexpectedly back for another recap episode. Find out why she's still home! And then join us for recapping episode 5 of Rachel and Gabby's season. We get more lack of confidence play by Rachel, we get to see Ethan get his first kiss and we get way too much air time for Logan. Speaking of Logan, learn what animated character Allie thinks he looks like! Join us won't you as we analyze the crap out of another Bachelorette episode!
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On this special episode of Reality of the Rose we start by getting updated on Allie's NYC life. We then discuss Ethan Kang in more depth and her behind the scenes personal knowledge of this season's star face player (who needs more air time), and then we recap this week's episode and hit some narratives that are being hit very hard this season and why we do not agree with them. Join me won't you as we welcome Allie to this week's recap episode!
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On this episode I discuss the negative path that poor Gabby & Rachel are being led down. The narrative seems to be wanting to show their doubt and insecurity instead of their empowerment. We get some more forced nudity for the men, more behind the scenes discussions with producers and some answers as to "how this journey will continue". Join me won't you as we watch Gabby and Rachel fight this battle called episode 3.
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On tonight's episode we get to experience lots of black boxes, lots and lots and lots of laughing, fantasy suite talk and lots of producer influence. Join me won't you as I recap episode two of Gabby and Rachel's season.
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We have finally made it to the Premiere of the "Two Bachelorette" season! We get to find out how all this works, even though it's made clear that NO ONE knows! We get to meet all the men for real, see who does what limo exit, who is cringy, who is funny, who has chemistry with who and finally who gets booted the first night. But also tune in at the beginning to find out how and why our favorite player this season will be Ethan! Hint...it may have something to do with Allie (shocker). Join me won't you as we start this season of The Bachelorette!!
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On this last off-season episode of the podcast, before the premiere, I am breaking down the rest of the men from this season. I keep with the last episode and not only go through their ABC bio but also go through each of their Instagram accounts and basically judge them. I also give a few more tidbits on Allie's continuing adventure into NY Bachelor experiences. Join me won't you as we see what other men Gabby and Rachel have in store for themselves!
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On todays episode, I begin with a few tidbits of Bachelor Nation news and some BIG content that was provided to me by Allie now that she is living and breathing the same air as the New York Bachelor crew...it's so cool! Then I start the breakdown of all the men that will be starting night one of Gabby and Rachel's season. I get through almost the first half, going through their ABC bio as well as their Instagram pages and summing up how I believe they will play out on the season. Join me won't you for Part 1 of "judging the men"!!
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On this episode of Reality of the Rose I give details about my weekend in NYC with Allie moving her into her apartment and getting everything set up as she starts this new exciting phase of her life. I also then have a fun surprise about who she met her first night there and how it connects with the Bachelor. And then I end the episode with some must listen podcast episodes from Game of Roses and Bachelors in the City. Both are SO GOOD! Join me won't you as we discuss all things NYC and Bachelor!
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On this episode, it's just me again, celebrating 50 episodes by discussing a little Bachelor Nation news, but then diving into my opinion on how villains are made on The Bachelor and how it's all in the editing. The players all do know what they are signing up for, but I think some get a little (or a lot) more than they bargained for. Join me won't you as we discuss a few examples of villains and bad edits that may make you take a different look at how you watch The Bachelor.
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On this week's episode Allie joins me where she will fill you all in on where her life journey is taking her over the course of the next six weeks and beyond. She explain where she will be moving, what she will be doing there and the amazing trip she gets to take before beginning this new life of hers. Join me won't you as we take a peek in on Allie's post college plans!
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I've had to skip a couple weeks and I'm not thrilled about it, but on this week's episode I update you on why that is, some happenings in my life, and why I was feeling the need to just vent. My hope is that it can make even one person say, Wow! You mean I'm not the only one to feel that way? I have a few Bachelor news tidbits at the end too. Join me won't you as I let you in on my vent!
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This week's episode is a non Bachelor related episode featuring my son Tyler. Last week we went on a whirlwind vacation out west, so Tyler and I spend some time recounting our adventures including our first impression of the Grand Canyon as well as a breakdown of the hike from hell. I then rapid fire Tyler with lots of questions that help us learn how he ticks. Join us won't you for a mother son podcast treat!
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On this week's episode I have a very special guest. My friend Julie, who is the only friend I have that also watches the Bachelor (can you believe that??) joins me to break down all the details of Clayton's season. We discuss our empathy for Clayton, the tornado that was Shenae, our confusion about how two Bachelorettes is going to work, what we think may have happened during Clayton and Susie's break up argument, and much much more! Join me won't you, as Julie and I have some reliving this crazy season!
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On this episode I talk about Clayton's part 2 finale show and it was a doozy. I discuss it all...is Susie receptive to him wanting to get back together, how do Gabby and Rachel react to Clayton's break up with them, what will they say to him on the live stage, and who the heck is going to be the next Bachelorette? Join me won't you as I break it all down and give me oh so humble opinions as always!
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The show promised drama and boy did we get it. On this episode I am recapping the first night of the two part season finale of Clayton's season. We finally get to see the rose ceremony that we've been waiting for all season to see as well as an explanation from Clayton as to why he says what he says. We also get the meeting of Clayton's family and a good twist at the end. Join me won't you as we dive into night one of the season finale!
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On this episode we discuss Clayton's fantasy suites. Well, two were fantasies and one seemed more of a nightmare. I have so many thoughts on how Clayton and Susie's date when down that I could hardly hold them in and I'm wondering if you agree. Join me won't you as I break down each fantasy suite date but learn what I think happened that we didn't see. It's getting good!
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Tonight's Women Tell All recap is abbreviated but you'll have to listen to find out why. I break down all the drama that is displayed tonight, from Shenae's lack of self awareness, to the Sierra Paradise audition, to why I feel extremely sorry for Clayton. Join me won't you as I break down my thoughts of tonight's show.
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On tonight's episode we get hometowns, and we're back to REAL hometowns which feels so good. In my opinion these were the best hometowns in a very long time. As far as family members, we get some HUGE favorites, especially one grandpa in particular, but we also get a little cringe from a few. Gabby's hometown produces the most emotion that I've felt in a hometown, maybe ever. And FINALLY, during this whole episode, the producers decide to show us that Clayton actually does have personality! Join me, won't you, as we recap episode 8 of Clayton's season of the Bachelor.
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The last time I did a Generations episode, you all liked it so much that we couldn't help but do another! On this episode that again features my daughter, my mom, my sister-in-law and my niece (with an additional surprise guest) we discuss more fun and light-hearted topics that provoke different answers based on our age and generation...or do they? This week we talk about our specific ages and the pros and cons, fashion, TV and movies and my niece Grace has a big surprise for all of us! Join us won't you as we have a fun conversation between us girls and let you listen in! Enjoy!
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This week's episode proves to be a quick flush of several girls. We get drama that escalates and ends as quickly as it started, we get tears that we learn come from nowhere and we get a final four that is just a tad different than what I predicted. One of the girls gets my favorite date of all time, the pretty woman date and we learn who will be taking Clayton home to meet their parents next week for hometowns. Join me won't you as we recap this week's episode of the Bachelor!
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My recap is a little late this week, but as they say, better late than never. This week we get the strangest two on one I have ever seen and I'll discuss why. We have a group date that involves forced violence and forced food play that results in a very ambiguous "winner". We see a new villain created since we tell Shenae bye-bye, but is she really the villain?! We also get an extremely smart move on Susie's part which drives my point home about where I think she's going next! Join me, won't you as we recap episode 6 of Clayton's season!
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On this week's recap, I begin by discussing Clayton's apology last week on social media and the irony. Then I get into ALL the dates. We had two one on one's, one with a better PTC played than the other. We had a fun group date with roasting all around. And we end with a two on one, which we haven't seen in a long time, but I am so excited to see. We knew we'd get a cliffhanger for next week on this one. Join me won't you as we breakdown every bit of episode 5 of Clayton's season
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On this episode I start with some Bachelor nation gossip, followed by a breakdown of what seems to be an entire show about Shenae, except for Rachel's one on one that quite strange and humorous on its own. Then I discuss this week's group date where Jesse Palmer and Hannah Storm steal the show, followed by more Shenae. Join me won't you as we discuss and break down episode 4 of Clayton's season of the Bacehlor!
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On this week's recap I talk about my favorite group date in a long time, the absurdities of Shanae's villain strategy, the oddity of the Baywatch challenge and all the drama in between. Join me won't you as we breakdown this week's episode of Clayton's Bachelor season!
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This week there is no Bachelor due to football, soooo, I decided to have a fun chat about generational topics with four of the most amazing women in my life...my daughter, my mom, my sister-in-law, and my niece. We cover topics such as social media, favorite listening platforms, our all time favorite celebrities, and more! What makes it fun is how we each share our thoughts and ideas based on our age and generation. And even though the different generations may make the answers different, being able to talk with each other, and with you, is the same...a lot of fun! Join us won't you, as the generations share!
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We've got the good ole Bachelor show back folks! I hope it lasts despite that annoying old omicron variant! But for this season, we have the mansion back, we have helicopter dates back, we have yachts and jumping off of them back! I love it! We also have something brand new in the villain world...we have two villains becoming friends, talking straight up game play and strategizing and it's making for great TV. I also give my episode 2 prediction for who I think will be in the final four! Join me won't you as we break down episode 2 of Clayton's season of the Bachelor!
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We've got ourselves a new Bachelor but a good old Bachelor feel again! And my daughter Allie is back to help me recap this first episode! We're back at the mansion, we have a new one man host, and we have 30 women who know what the hell they are doing! This is going to be a good season people! There is a first time ever pre-limo knock knock that I have given my own prediction on what will happen now. We had limo exit gifts, gimmicks, rides, seniors and a whole slew of corny one liners. I really think I'm going to like Clayton and I'm gonna enjoy watching the group of entertaining women! Join us won't you as we break down this new and fresh season of The Bachelor. But before we break down this episode, we check in with Allie as to where life has taken her since her last time co-hosting with me! It's exciting times for her!
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On this week's episode I break down the finale and the After the Final Rose show. I'm not sure there were any surprises for us as to who the ring winner was, but the producers definitely tried their very best to throw us off along the way. We also got a brief look into Clayton, our next Bachelor, and I was not disappointed, although he did not get an easy way about it. Join me won't you as we recap the last of Michelle's season!
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On this week's episode I breakdown Michelle's fantasy suites. The drama they try to create only feels like an episode of Groundhog Day. We do get a horse that steals the show, we get a morning after event that brings out all my anxieties, and thankfully we get outfit and makeup perfection once again from Michelle. What do we learn from the guys? Well, join me won't you, as we recap the fantasy suite episode!
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We get a lot on this week's Men Tell All episode. Some of it is good but a lot is questionable. We get lots of unresolved drama not worked out, we get lots of auditioning for BIP, we get a unnecessary and vague addressing of Tayshia and Zachs breakup and we get some bad acting about a guy running around the studio with a black box on. But what I really wanna know is...did they purposely spoil Clayton's season? Join me won't you as I recap the Men Tell All and give alllll my opinions!
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On this week's episode of Michelle's season, we dig deep into the hometown dates. There's not a lot of drama, but there's a lot of cuteness and actually some real raw emotion. The ending is not a huge shocker, but I truly believe this might be the most 4TRR (For the right reasons, cred: Games of Roses) final four we've ever seen. And as usual, Michelle doesn't disappoint on any level, especially her outfits!! Join me, won't you, as we breakdown and recap episode 7 of Michelle's season of the Bachelorette!
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This was one of the better episodes, aside from Michelle who is always amazing. On tonight's episode Michelle continues to prove why we love her so much. We also FINALLY get an edit for Clayton that at least does a little better job of prepping him in our minds for being the next Bachelor. And then we have Martin...oh the travesty that is Martin. But of course Michelle handles it brilliantly! Join me won't you as I break down this week's episode of Michelle's season of the Bachelorette!
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On this episode of Reality of the Rose I first discuss the current and disappointing ratings for Michelle's season so far and why it may be. I also discuss Clayton and his edit to this point. Then we break down the amazing front runner one on one's, the fool edit that is Chris S. and how AMAZING Michelle looks during this entire episode. She is quickly becoming one of my favorite Bachelorette's of all time! Join me won't you as we break down tonight's episode!
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Michelle continues to impress and position herself as one of the best Bachelorette's of all time. Tonight she dealt with cheap hot tubs, boys at a slumber party acting like boys, a cringe date to top all cringe dates, and a new villain in the house. She handles it all with poise, calmness and confidence as usual. Join me won't you as we break down episode 4 of Michelle's season!
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Michelle continues to impress even though the dates themselves and some of the guys do not. We have clear front runners and clear villains and very clear jacket drama. Join me won't you as we recap this week's episode and make my predications for top 6.
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On this episode of Reality of the Rose we break down episode 2 of Michelle's season. We have some 5th graders that steal the show, we have an argument that I don't believe really happened, we have Jamie who confuses me so much, and we have the amazing Michelle that handles every second with poise, class and calm. Join me won't you as we break it all down!
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Its episode 1 of the 18th season of the Bachelorette and I do not think Michelle is going to disappoint! She steals the night with her confidence and calm and she has quite an interesting line up of guys including the already named next Bachelor Clayton. Join me won't you as we break down the limo entrances, the men themselves and what is supposed to be a "shocking" twist with one of the guys and some "notes". Gotta love some producer created drama! Let's gooooo!
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Since there is no show to recap this week, I decided to give you my thoughts and perspectives on what seems to becoming a rejected narrative on the Bachelor franchise and the shows it produces. Times have changed in 2002 and even though the show has embraced some societal changes it is completely opposed to accepting other changes as time evolves, mainly with social media. Join me won't you as I discuss interviews with Bachelor players on other podcasts, as well as obvious favoritism and villainizing by producers and how I think what they are doing needs to be changed. Also, Game of Roses...you get lots of plugs over here! :)
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Tonight's BIP finale was full of break-ups (lots of them), one bromance (best part of the whole show) and 3 engagements (with lots of make outs and I love you's in between). We could have probably fit this easily into 2 hours instead of 3 but join me won't you as I recap the finale of BIP!
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This episode was full of odd and strange happenings. We have some moments that made me say, what??? We had some moments that were uber cringeworthy. We had probably the worst prom ever. We have the poor people who had to be chosen as last ones to hit sand. And we have Natasha disappearing right under my nose. This was an interesting one and one that made me go hmmmm?! I break it all down for you here, plus start off with a little Bachelor Nation news. Join me won't you?!!
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This week's episode I start with a deeper dive into this season and my thoughts on it, as well as discussing the reliable leak on the new Bachelor and how that new transitions into the changes I think need to happen with Bachelor Nation. After my tangent, I break down this week's episode that includes departures, more new arrivals, discussions with Tia's vagina, a disappointing tropical storm, and the not so riveting cliffhanger. Join me won't you?
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On this week's episode of BIP, we get rid of quite a few problematic people, we bring in the new host we've been waiting for, and we welcome some new male additions to the beach. Join me won't you for this week's breakdown of our favorite beach antics.
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This week was crazy! My jaw dropped when I witnessed the conversations that went down between Brendan and Pieper and I have a lot to say about it. I also give my full analysis of Demi and her kinda crazy behavior, but also love what a class act we get to see in Becca. A lot was packed into the two episodes this week and I would love it if you joined me in breaking it all down!
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On this week's episode I break down episodes 4 and 5 of BIP. There is so much that happens and we get two new and AMAZING players arrive, Becca and Tia! We also have all kinds of love triangles, more of Demi's annoying voice, a little naked volleyball, and me being scared of a potential mouse in my room. Join me for it all won't you?
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This week on BIP we had TWO nights of shows...4 hours. As usual there was all the drama, tears, corny jokes and making out that one would expect from our fave Bachelor show. Tonight I was so happy to have my daughter, Allie, break it down with me. Join us won't you, as we give you all our thoughts and judgments on this week's episodes!
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On this episode of Reality of the Rose I break down the first episode of BIP! There are soooo many people, it's hard to keep track. This first episode is mainly introducing us to the the players and setting up some storylines, but it's gonna be goooood!! Join me in breaking it down, won't you?
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It's Katie's finale and I'm here to break it down with you. We hear there are big surprises, but turns out not so much. Join me as I talk about Blake's proposal, poor Justin and his B role in this show, and most importantly how the Greg vs. Katie battle plays out. This is the conclusion of what we are hoping is the last bubble season, so join me won't you?
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There's not a whole lot to break down on the hometown episode tonight EXCEPT for Greg's complete breakdown and, quite honestly, at the same time, very strategic game play. I cover it all and get quite in depth on how on the gaslighting that was suffered by poor Katie. Join me as I discuss it, won't you?
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I'm so excited about this episode! I am visiting home this week and thought it would be so fun to have my mom as a guest host. She agreed, so listen as she breaks down the Men Tell All with me! The best part is the she does NOT watch the show, so hearing her perspective is priceless. You'll hear about someone that she does NOT like, but I LOVE. You'll hear her prediction for how the season may end, and you'll hear how she thinks the Men Tell All could be made more interesting! You'll also learn some fun little facts about Momma Pat! Join us won't you?!
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On this episode, I highlight episode 6 and breakdown episode 7. These episodes contain some surprises, some awkwardness, some wannabe romcom scenes, and a whole lot of "let's please leave this bubble season" dates! I give my honest opinion and don't hold back. Join me won't you?
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On this week's recap we see what a struggle it is for producer's to try and make these bubble seasons interesting. This one involves hearts, hot tubs, horses and the new villain, now that the other two have left, Hunter. Hear my take on how this season is playing out...join me won't you?
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Today's episode features my first ever podcast guest, which is my daughter Allie Sprink! She is also the voice of my intro in case you were unaware. This podcast gives a unique perspective from Allie's point of view because she is currently not a regular watcher, but has watched it in the past. We break down the episode which is full of the name Thomas and Blake. It was so much fun doing this together and I think that's apparent in the breakdown! Won't you join us?
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We get tears coming at us from all angles tonight and Nick Viall has a hand in that. Thomas breaks open a topic not so openly discussed on the show before. Michael surprises us on his one on one. And I discuss how this resort might be more than just a resort. Join me won't you, as I break down episode 3 of Katie's season of the Bachelorette!
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Episode 2 hit all the basics for a Bachelorette season...tears, fighting, questioning intentions, more tears, violent dates, rivalries, and more tears. Join me in breaking down this episode and hear my thoughts on the second episode of our hosts this season. Thanks for listening!!
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It's the day we've all been waiting for! The first night of Katie's Bachelorette season! I break it all down for you. Katie's vibe, limo exits, Kaitlyn and Tayshia, producer involvement, who will be enemies, who will go far. Tune in with me to figure out who is gonna be top players in this game and who just doesn't cut it! This is gonna be a good season and I can't wait to share it with you!
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On this episode I discuss a disorder I suffer from on Does Anyone Ever. I talk more on Katie's guys and some predictions I have for a handful of them. Then I go through a few of the latest Bachelorette promos released on Instagram over the last week, and analyze how they may predict the game. Join me won't you, and listen to the last episode before the PREMIERE OF THE BACHELORETTE!!
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This week's Does Anyone Else has to do with what happens when I've had too much coffee before a flight. After that I discuss a super strange IG story by Pilot Pete's mom, KB's big anniversary, and then I breakdown a 10 slide IG Bachelorette post, slide by slide. I discuss the similarities between another recent post and an old Sears photo studio, and I finish off talking a little about a few of Katie's guys. I'm getting a little more comfortable doing this talking into a mic thing, so join along, won't you?!
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My new intro music is very me, but more importantly it contains the voice of the creator of the intro...my daughter Allie Sprink! Today I have a "Does Anyone Else" issue to discuss that questions my being high maintenance. I have a new show recommendation for you on HBO Max, and I dig a little bit into Bachelorette Katie's social media and my take on how her post filming social media differs from prior Bachelorettes. Join me for some fun and a new drinking game that pokes fun at me, your host!
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This week I start a new segment called Does Anyone Else, I talk about Katie's upcoming season, the obvious theme they are going with for her, and my thoughts on her new IG promos. I also discuss a little about Michelle's upcoming season and thoughts on a new host. I share a BIP rumor and give a few thoughts on Rachel Lindsay leaving Bachelor Happy Hour. Join me, won't you?
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In my first episode of Reality of the Rose, I introduce myself, give you a little of my background, and set the stage for what I plan to do with my new Bachelor based podcast. I know you have a plethora of Bachelor podcasts to listen to, but I hope to give you a slightly different angle from a regular girl who has watched the show from the beginning. Hop along my journey as I figure out podcasting as I go, but am always real and never take myself (or the show) too seriously! Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review when after you've listened!
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