Mel finds love at the end of his journey! But not so much love that he’s ready to commit to an engagement or joint relocation. That was apparently never a possibility. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Happily ever after with Neil Lane1:30 AB almost fast forwarded through the climactic moment7:00 Glossing over Gerry9:00 Cindy breaks up with Mel18:00 Cindy in studio21:00 Mel and Cindy in studio28:00 Peg meets the boys33:00 The most expensive promise ring of all time38:00 Peg and Mel in studio40:00 Taylor Frankie Paul interview44:00 Mailbag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Like Peg in the passenger seat of the dune buggy, Rim and AB woo through this episode in an attempt to create excitement where there is none. Plus: Breaking down the golden war of words between Gerry and Theresa. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Lack of notes1:30 Extended discussion about Gerry and Theresa’s war of words in the media, which AB recaps from memory7:00 YouTubeTV-Disney dispute10:00 Respecting elders11:00 Montages and other things16:00 Peg date - day time19:00 Peg date - night time23:00 Morning after24:00 Cindy date - day time (with bonus uneducated manta ray talk)28:00 Cindy date - night time37:00 Things that could salvage the season at the finale39:00 Mailbag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information

Cindy extends her lead over potential future Golden Bachelorettes Peg and Debbie, whose exit set a new standard for class. Plus: Mel condescendingly tosses the pigskin with a coupla guys who could only dream of takin’ down Phil Simms in the Coliseum. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)P.S. Throughout this episode, especially when Rim loudly begins a sentence, you'll notice his audio is unpleasant to listen to. This is a setup error on my end, and I am sorry to have done it.""I'm good for that about once a year." - George Brett" - Rim causing major audio clipping🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Little treat2:00 Schedule for next week4:00 Peg hometown - Las Vegas13:00 Debbie hometown - Denver21:00 Cindy hometown - Austin28:00 Rose Ceremony33:00 Mailbag52:00 Power Rankings53:00 Predicting the likelihood of different outcomes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ll say it: This season pales in comparison to the original ‘Golden Bachelor’. We dig into why that is. Plus: Does Mel respect baseball? Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Does Mel even like baseball?2:00 ‘Golden Bachelor’ Headlines of the Week6:00 Group date19:00 Cindy 1-1 date28:00 Pre-Rose Ceremony30:00 Rose Ceremony34:00 ‘Golden Bachelorette’ speculation37:00 Power Rankings42:00 Mailbag46:00 ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ S3 predictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our first-ever dyed-in-the-wool ‘Golden’ villain emerges. Will Nicolle receive comeuppance for her wrong reasons angle? Not to mention her disparaging remarks about the beloved season one cast! Thanks for listening.🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Wrong reasons3:00 Peg 1-1 date8:00 Nicolle!!?13:00 Group date 25:-00 Tailgate party32:00 Rose Ceremony35:00 Fantasy booking Carol’s likely hometown39:00 Mailbag43:00 Power Rankings49:00 AB’s ‘Bachelor’ Headline of the Week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The very well-read Mel Owens grins and bears a roast at his expense before getting steamy in the kitchen with Debbie. Plus: When will Carol put in the call to the Dodgers ticket office? Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Four volumes2:00 Hourlong episodes3:00 Nicolle cooling down…but also heating up5:00 Date card7:00 Group date12:00 Nicolle 1-1 dinner16:00 Eye puffiness18:00 Debbie 1-1 date20:00 Kathy and Susan’s star-power slumber party26:00 Cocktail Party34:00 Rose Ceremony38:00 Mailbag51:00 Power Rankings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mel, the rare lead to be disgraced before his season even begins filming, finds that even he — a former gridiron great — might struggle to keep pace with this snappy cast of movers and shakers. Plus: Rim makes a big bet on his Hot List. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):1:00 Guys can’t even go on podcasts anymore?!4:00 Theorizing about why Mel said what he said7:00 Mel’s apology to the viewers9:00 Gridiron brotherhood11:00 Limo entrances30:00 Mel apologizes to the cast32:00 Cocktail Party40:00 Rose Ceremony43:00 Little Giants (1994)46:00 Cheryl 1-1 date51:00 Group date57:00 Pool party1:01:00 Rose Ceremony1:04:00 The Hot Lists1:08:00 Mailbag question for next week1:10:00 AB’s ‘Bachelor’ Headlines of the Week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reacting to the announcement of Taylor Frankie Paul from 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' as the next Bachelorette. Thanks for listening.‘The Bachelorette’ Returns With ‘Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives’ Star Taylor Frankie Paul Leading Season 22 As ABC Parks ‘The Bachelor’ (Deadline)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the end, it really was all about love after all. <3 Plus: Extended discussion about the ethics of Kat’s situation as exposed by Sean. Thanks for listening this season! (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 How we’re feeling about the finale4:00 Cocktail Party6:00 Rose Ceremony7:00 Relationship test11:00 Post-challenge14:00 Jury arrives20:00 Sean EXPOSES Kat for having a SECRET LAPTOP (!?) and a BOYFRIEND back home! 🤯35:00 Choosing love or money (or both)44:00 Spencer proposes47:00 Tweaks for future seasons (that we may not even agree with)50:00 The Bachelor cruise56:00 Mailbag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Several couples seem to be genuine! Will that improve their chances of winning the big cash prize? Heck if we know! Plus: Like Phyllis Nefler’s initial foray into glamping, this troop is unable to make it through the night in the wilderness. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Almost ready to click on the articles2:00 Over/Under4:00 Fantasy booking a reunion8:00 Original theme song’s permanent return8:30 Hannah’s role moving forward11:00 Glamping19:00 Dr. Laura25:00 The couples33:00 Cocktail Party43:00 Rose Ceremony44:00 Stabbing the pineapples47:00 AB is distracted by the news of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement and remains so for most of the rest of the episode47:00 Back to the stabbing49:00 Strategizing51:00 Next week52:00 Mailbag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sean, whose dad is a politician, gleefully and openly schemes against his fellow Paradisians in an effort to improve his chances of winning (up to) $500,000. Very uncouth! Plus: Did you know Sean’s dad is a politician? Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 The Double A Battery Scandal4:00 ‘Almost Paradise’5:00 Relationship Test: Treasure Hunk11:00 After the challenge14:00 Outgoing Majority Whip Sean22:00 Spencer and Jess date24:00 More Sean scheming26:00 Remember Jeremy’s thing?!30:00 Cocktail Party41:00 Rose Ceremony50:00 Mailbag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh off eliminating the only man in Paradise with a clear moral compass, the remaining contestants ostracize the only person willing to warn Bailey that Jeremy might not be what he seems, confounding Bachelor Nation in the process. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Without Gary’s wisdom, Paradise collapses upon itself3:00 Who do we root for now?4:00 The voting results were rigged, so many people are saying it5:00 Follow-up EKGs6:00 Relationship Test (DUD)10:00 Brian’s note and thought process13:00 What if “just friends” win?15:00 Extended build-up to the Brian-Parisa talk17:00 Obscufation?19:00 Horny Police21:00 How many people know this secret??24:00 Brian and Bailey (finally) rendezvous in “secret”26:00 Unexpected aftermath33:00 You wouldn’t do that, wouldja Brian?38:00 Next day43:00 Cocktail Party47:00 AB didn’t watch the votes50:00 Rose Ceremony52:00 Mailbag1:13

The twist has finally arrived. Will romance take a backseat to ruthless game play? Plus: Should Gary be investigated for throwing the relationship test? Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comJoin our group on the RealTVFantasy app! One sticker winner each week, and a t-shirt for the full-season champion (Honor system re: spoilers): https://realtvfantasy.com/myleagues/join?code=19860pVPUkeOYlr)Create an account by logging in via Google, Apple, or FacebookCheck the Scoring tab to see how points are tabulated.It’s a Weekly Budget league, so contestants’ prices will change based on performance throughout the season.Timestamps (approximate):0:15 Everything has changed5:00 Cocktail Party9:00 The last regular Rose Ceremony13:00 Stakes are formally raised16:00 Next day21:00 First Relationship Test30:00 Bailey-Jeremy date and other happenings37:00 Next day42:00 Cocktail Party53:00 “Rose Ceremony”58:00 Mailbag1:12

Gary takes a walk on the wild side while Dale thinks the grass could be greener with Allyshia. Plus: Jeremy turns up the heat on his simmering pot of secrets. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 This is good!4:00 Faith arrives, Dale and Kat move past the cloth, Kathy the hater, Jonathan hanging by a thread, gaga for Gary12:00 Dale is open for business, Jonathan spitting, Hannah sighting18:00 Jeremy’s secret, Gary and Nancy date, Allyshia arrives25:00 Birds of Paradise, Jill’s long goodbye30:00 Brian and Parisa, alcohol, Kat storms off38:00 Morning after with Brian the bacon man, heart rates, baseless accusations of PED use, Kat and Allyshia42:00 Allyshia makes tactical decisions44:00 Cocktail Party and the big prize that changes everything50:00 Mailbag, including a ‘Golden’ Conspiracy Corner1:05:00 AB’s ‘Bachelor’ Headline of the Week1:06:00 AB’s ‘Paradise’ Pyramid updates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p

Dale expands our lexicon while April convinces AB she’s dead serious about Jonathan. Plus: Ladies line up to date the latest Golden Gary. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Paradise hits its stride3:00 The April question7:00 Big Gary push and Kathy’s birthday12:00 Gary’s golden date card15:00 Dale deadeds it (it’s deaded)22:00 Say what you want about Jonathan24:00 Gary-Leslie date27:00 Cocktail Party43:00 Rose Ceremony (and after)50:00 Kim’s poem and new arrivals54:00 Rest-of-season preview trailer59:00 Mailbag1:04:00 ‘Bachelor’ Headline of the Week1:07:00 AB’s Paradise Pyramid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Confusion and heartbreak in the wake of Justin’s bizarre Rose Ceremony is salved by the arrival of Jack and the Goldens. Plus: Are they gonna let the new kids go on any dates? Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Full video recaps and episode discussions now available at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastYouTube @RosecastPodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comJoin our group on the RealTVFantasy app! One sticker winner each week, and a t-shirt for the full-season champion (Honor system re: spoilers): https://realtvfantasy.com/myleagues/join?code=19860pVPUkeOYlr)Create an account by logging in via Google, Apple, or FacebookCheck the Scoring tab to see how points are tabulated.It’s a Weekly Budget league, so contestants’ prices will change based on performance throughout the season.Timestamps (approximate):0:15 Solid five hours of television2:00 Plan for the ‘Goldens’4:30 New song and intros5:00 Brian’s 180°, new arrivals, next ‘Bachelor’ rumors, The Chemistry Test12:00 Double date w/ Brian + Parisa, Alli Jo + Jonathan15:00 Justin, Lexi, and Susie20:00 Zoe, Brian, and Dale (briefly); Justin and Susie23:00 Brian and Zoe; Dale Griffey

‘Paradise’ has changed since we last saw it. What was once silly and sweaty is now sleek and air conditioned. Will the overhaul result in a better product? TBD. Plus: The highly anticipated return of AB’s Paradise Pyramid. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)🎥 Watch the full video recap for FREE here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/this-is-hip-in-133698389 (no need to become a member or even start a free trial)Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:15 Full video recaps2:00 Not your grandpa’s ‘Paradise’14:00 Arrivals23:00 Life-changing opportunity26:00 Interactions32:00 Day 2: The Big Dog arrives45:00 Sticker activities and more interactions58:00 Day 3: Speaking on the phone and the Cocktail Party1:07:00 Rose Ceremony1:10:00 Broad season predictions1:14:00 AB’s ‘Bachelor’ Headlines of the Week1:16:00 Power Rankings: Golden Bachelors1:17:00 AB’s Paradise Pyramid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grant’s storybook ending is a borderline afterthought as he joins the not-so-exclusive club of previous leads who’ve told multiple people they love them. Plus: Prowling in Paradise. Thanks for listening.Get your ‘Bachelor’ offseason fix with our recaps of other reality shows and discussion nonsense at patreon.com/rimandab!Text the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comTimestamps (approximate):0:05 You feel good?4:00 Litia meets the family11:00 Juliana meets the family16:00 The dual love round table (Stat correction: Clayton and Susie are NOT still together)21:00 Juliana date23:00 Litia date28:00 Torn31:00 Litia break-up38:00 Litia in studio43:00 Proposal48:00 Killing time before the ‘Paradise’ announcement55:00 Mailbag1:08:00 AB’s ‘Bachelor’ Headline of the Week1:10:00 RealTV Fantasy winners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One perfunctory date stood out from the others, while Grant wonders if maybe he shouldn’t have told Litia he loved her before the finale. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)Ad-free episodes and discussions available for $3/month on Patreon! patreon.com/rimandabText the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comJoin our group on the RealTVFantasy app! One sticker winner each week, and a t-shirt for the full-season champion (Honor system re: spoilers): https://realtvfantasy.com/myleagues/join?code=19860pVPUkeOYlr)Create an account by logging in via Google, Apple, or FacebookCheck the Scoring tab to see how points are tabulated.It’s a Weekly Budget league, so contestants’ prices will change based on performance throughout the season.Timestamps (approximate):0:15 Explosive and shocking episode3:00 Basketball statistics and towels6:00 Juliana and Daisy8:00 Juliana date - day time10:00 Juliana date - night time14:00 Morning after18:00 Zoe and Rachel 19:00 Zoe date - day time21:00 Zoe date - night time24:00 Morning after26:00 Litia and Kaity27:00 Litia date - day time30:00 Litia date - night time36:

For the first time in four years, a recap of a standalone ‘Women Tell All’. Thanks for listening. (Timestamps below)Ad-free episodes and discussions available for $3/month on Patreon! patreon.com/rimandabText the mailbag: (773) 234-7794SocialInstagram @rosecastpodcastX @rosecastpodcastTikTok @rosecastpodcastFacebook group facebook.com/groups/rosecastnationMerch store: rimandab.comJoin our group on the RealTVFantasy app! One sticker winner each week, and a t-shirt for the full-season champion (Honor system re: spoilers): https://realtvfantasy.com/myleagues/join?code=19860pVPUkeOYlr)Create an account by logging in via Google, Apple, or FacebookCheck the Scoring tab to see how points are tabulated.It’s a Weekly Budget league, so contestants’ prices will change based on performance throughout the season.Timestamps (approximate):0:15 Women Tell All20:00 Mailbag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.