Best Fantasy Suite Talk A Bachelor Recap Podcasts (2024)

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From Helicopter Dates to Rugby Heartaches 25:16

5d ago25:16

25:16

How does a fear of heights lead to a deeper connection? Find out as we kick off episodes three and four of Jenn’s season with Spencer's thrilling helicopter date to the 12 Apostles. Despite her anxiety, Jenn opens up, and Spencer's vulnerability about past heartbreak strikes a chord. Next, we switch to a group date that includes a male stripping co…

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Not in the Business of Changing Diapers 34:39

14d ago34:39

34:39

Can the first Asian Bachelorette find love among this season's eclectic mix of contestants? Welcome to the Batch Report, where we're bursting with excitement for Jen's groundbreaking season. Jen, a 26-year-old physician's assistant student with Laotian heritage, is setting records and hearts aflutter. We'll introduce you to some standout contenders…

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From Skepticism to Sweethearts 22:49

5M ago22:49

22:49

Prepare to have your perceptions of reality TV love stories thoroughly shaken, as we unpack Joey's transformative Bachelor journey. What started as skepticism morphed into admiration, and we're eager to share the surprising turns that led to this unexpected respect. This episode peels back the layers of Joey's final choices, Daisy and Kelsey, and t…

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Fantasy Suite Shenanigans 19:55

5M ago19:55

19:55

Could Joey's quest for love be any more suspenseful? This week's heart-pounding episode of Double Dose of Batch Report whisks you away to the hometown dates that had us perched on the edge of our seats. Witness Kelsey's laid-back New Orleans jaunt, Rachel's cultural extravaganza, and Daisy's tear-jerking clarity at the Christmas tree farm. We even …

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The Chase for Love and Unexpected Goodbyes 19:55

5M ago19:55

19:55

Hold onto your roses, love enthusiasts! This episode takes you on the heart-pulsing journey of "The Bachelor" weeks 6 and 7, where the quest for love is anything but predictable. Witness first-hand the group date drama in Montreal and delve into the heartfelt confessions between Joey and Lexie, as they navigate the tricky waters of future aspiratio…

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Romance, Rivalry, and Real Talk on Joey's Journey to Love 34:11

6M ago34:11

34:11

Prepare to get swept up in the turbulent tides of romance and rivalry with Andrew and me as we dissect the most memorable moments of Joey's search for love in the latest season of the Bachelor. From the very first limo arrivals to the emotionally charged eliminations, we've got all the juicy details wrapped up with a bow. Relive Maria's astonishing…

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Joey’s Cast Pt. 2 26:32

7M ago26:32

26:32

Get ready to be swept off your feet by the latest heartthrobs of The Bachelor before the season premiere ignites a firestorm of romance and rivalry. We're dishing out the juicy details on Lauren and Alison, the sister act set to turn heads and perhaps each other's competitive edges on this season's quest for love. Will their sibling saga spell a re…

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Joey’s Cast Pt. 1 32:17

7M ago32:17

32:17

Dive headfirst into the whirlwind of romance and drama with us as we unpack the latest lineup of love-seekers on The Bachelor. Feel the electricity in the air as we chat about Allison and her sister's unprecedented sibling showdown, and marvel at Autumn's unexpected career heights and gridiron enthusiasm. We're serving up the juicy details on each …

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The Year in Celebrity Memoirs 47:13

8M ago47:13

47:13

In this episode, Rachelle Hampton and Candice Lim are joined by writer, comedian and Glamorous Trash host Chelsea Devantez to break down this watershed year of celebrity memoirs. The trio crowns the best and the worst titles, dissect what separates a good memoir from a great one, and reveal the shocking figure who has appeared in way more memoirs t…

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What is a Feminist, Really? 39:38

8M ago39:38

39:38

On this week’s episode of The Waves, we say goodbye by contemplating a key word of the podcast - feminism. Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth and original Waves host June Thomas discuss what feminism means, the historical problems with the word, who should get to call themselves feminist, and so much more. Endorsements and Discussed in Episode: A Pl…

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In Defense of Lean In Feminism 30:14

9M ago30:14

30:14

On this week’s episode of The Waves, why can’t the feminists all get along? Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth is joined by Danielle Kurtzleben, NPR political correspondent and author of the Substack, This F**king Job. They dig into what went wrong with Sheryl Sandberg’s book Lean In, why it wasn’t all completely wrong, and how to stop giving anti-f…

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Hometown Dates and Future Prospects 18:45

8M ago18:45

18:45

Ready for the inside scoop on Golden Bach’s recent hometown dates and those jaw-dropping moments that had all of us glued to the screen? Hold your breath as we venture into the heart of that helicopter ride, the escalating drama at the mansion, and that rose ceremony that left us all in shock. Say goodbye, with me, to Susan, Sandra, and Ellen - the…

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Falling In and Out of Love 25:30

8M ago25:30

25:30

Get ready for a roller-coaster ride as we unravel the scintillating tales of love, break-ups, and drama from Bachelor in Paradise, season 9! Feel the tension rise as we recount the fleeting relationships of Tyler and Mercedes, Rachel and Tanner, their emotional departures, and Blake's brooding behavior. We'll take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of…

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We See Dead Girls 35:47

9M ago35:47

35:47

On this week’s episode of The Waves, we’re bringing out the dead girls. Everywhere you look in popular culture there seems to be a new movie, TV show or true crime documentary detailing the mystery of yet another woman’s death. At least, that was how author and guest Alice Bolin saw things when she wrote her book Dead Girls in 2018. She sits down w…

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The Golden Bachelor Recap: We All Turn on Gerry 26:27

9M ago26:27

26:27

On this final episode of our Golden Bachelor recap episode of The Waves, Gerry’s makes his decision but maybe loses the audience along the way. Podcast production by Brandon Nix and Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery. Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to thewaves@slate.com. If you enjoy…

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Why Anime is for Women 35:07

9M ago35:07

35:07

On this week’s episode of The Waves, with the emergence of streaming more Americans are becoming fans of Japanese anime. Within that media, viewers can see wide ranges of LGBTQ+ representation and gender presentation that often isn’t found in American animation. But like American media, not all of these representations are as nuanced as they should…

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How To Get Through Menopause 48:40

9M ago48:40

48:40

Hot flashes, fatigue, and vaginal dryness were some of Katie’s first clues that her body was changing. Half the population will experience menopause, yet misinformation still abounds—with doctors ill-prepared to talk to patients about this major life transition. On this episode of How To!, journalist Susan Dominus joins us to share the knowledge sh…

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Beachside Mischief 12:32

9M ago12:32

12:32

Ready for a dose of love and drama? We're serving it up, straight from Bachelor in Paradise episodes four and five. We dish about the stir caused by newcomer Sam and the buzz surrounding Kat's birthday. Rachel and Braden's date takes center stage, followed by the evolving dynamics between Davia and Tanner, and the potential fallout between Blake an…

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The Golden Bachelor Recap: Fantasy Suite Edition 39:26

9M ago39:26

39:26

On this week’s episode of The Waves, Gerry’s down to two women and two potential fantasy suites. How sweet do things actually get? Podcast production by Vic Whitley-Berry and Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery. Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to thewaves@slate.com. If you enjoy this s…

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The Bravo Cinematic Universe 39:40

9M ago39:40

39:40

On this week’s episode of The Waves, we’re digging into the Bravo network. From Below Deck to Selling Sunset to Vanderpump Rules, the Bravo TV network is a reality television behemoth that has made millions on the backs of its female cast members. But is it actually good for women? ICYMI founding host Rachelle Hampton and culture writer Shamira Ibr…

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From Romance Tactics to Toilet Troubles 30:00

9M ago30:00

30:00

Would you believe it if we told you that Braden and Kat consider themselves the strongest couple in Bachelor Nation? Or that Sam’s constipation struggles have become the talk of the town? This is just a smidge of the drama and unexpected laughter we get to unpack together in this episode of The Bach Report. We start off by examining the diametrical…

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The Golden Bachelor Recap: The Women Tell All and Mince No Words 43:29

10M ago43:29

43:29

On this week’s episode of The Waves, we get the first Women Tell All episode of The Golden Bachelor. Waves recap co-hosts Cheyna Roth and Laura Stassi have some thoughts for Gerry. Podcast production by Vic Whitley-Berry and Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery. Send your comments and recommendations on what t…

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Golden Love, Drama, and Pickleball 25:17

9M ago25:17

25:17

Are you ready for some serious Bachelor drama? Buckle up as we take you on a sizzling journey through episodes two, three, and four of the Golden Bachelor! We're kicking things off with a sneak peek into the mansion, where our contestants' journey begins, and then moving on to some nail-biting group dates featuring a romance novel cover recreation …

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How to Be a Woman in Music 38:41

10M ago38:41

38:41

On this week’s episode of The Waves, what’s it like to be an indie musician? Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth is joined by singer and songwriter Dessa. They dig into her newest album and how she has benefited from and been hurt by being a woman in the music industry. Later in the show they explore the breakup song - and all the gendered expectatio…

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The Golden Bachelor Recap: Hometowns Will Always Be Cringey 33:20

10M ago33:20

33:20

On this week’s episode of The Waves, Gerry visits the hometowns of the last 3 women standing on The Golden Bachelor. Unlike hometown dates in the past, Gerry isn’t meeting the parents. Instead, he’s getting to know the women’s kids and their grandkids. But it doesn’t make the hometown dates any less cringe. Slate Senior Producer Cheyna Roth and Dat…

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Penis Politics 43:26

10M ago43:26

43:26

On this week’s episode of The Waves, the next presidential election is one year away and we are entering a storm of macho man politics. Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth is joined by NPR politics reporter Danielle Kurtzleben to talk about why men keep talking about their manly-men bonafides, how that affects women trying to be in politics, and more…

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The Golden Bachelor Recap: WTH, Gerry?! 38:01

10M ago38:01

38:01

On this week’s episode of The Waves, Golden Bachelor Gerry is rapidly approaching hometown dates and needs to narrow the pool down to three. To get there, we have a passionate one-on-one date and a high-stakes group date. Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth and Dating While Gray host Laura Stassi give their thoughts. Podcast production by Cheyna Roth…

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Get on the WNBA Train Already! 47:48

10M ago47:48

47:48

On this week’s episode of The Waves, the Las Vegas Aces beat the New York Liberty to win their second WNBA championship in a row. But more impressive is that they played in front of one of the biggest crowds to ever attend a WNBA game. Slate senior supervising producer Daisy Rosario is joined by sports journalist and founder of the Power Plays news…

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The Golden Bachelor Recap: The ‘D Word’ 51:59

10M ago51:59

51:59

On this week’s episode of The Waves, Gerry says the D Word: Divorce. Laura Stassi, host of Dating While Gray, and Slate Senior Supervising Producer Daisy Rosario recap the fourth episode of The Golden Bachelor. Podcast production by Vic Whitley-Berry with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery. Send your comments and recommendat…

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On The Golden Bachelor: Reality Dating Matures…But Does It Really? 39:18

10M ago39:18

39:18

On this week’s episode of The Waves, Laura Stassi is back in the host seat. Laura, host of the podcast Dating While Gray, still can’t get over what the heck is going on in 72-year-old Gerry Turner’s love life. Gerry is the first lead for The Bachelor spinoff The Golden Bachelor. While Gerry and the group of women vying for his heart are seniors ove…

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The Golden Bachelor Recap: Gerry’s Crying Again! 50:18

11M ago50:18

50:18

On this week’s episode of The Waves recapping The Golden Bachelor, we find Gerry in his feelings…again. Slate Senior Supervising Producer Daisy Rosario and Dating While Gray Host Laura Stassi give their thoughts on the third episode of Gerry’s journey to finding love and all the tears that go along with it. Podcast production by Vic Whitley-Berry w…

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The Case For Taking A Sabbatical 39:35

11M ago39:35

39:35

On this week’s episode of The Waves: the case for taking a sabbatical. Host TK Dutes speaks with author and former television writer Patty Lin on her latest book End Credits: How I Broke Up With Hollywood. Lin worked in some of the most notable writers' rooms like Friends, Freaks and Geeks, Desperate Housewives and Breaking Bad. But when she hit a …

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