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    Bachelorette Buds

    Why are most reality TV podcasts done from LA and New York when most Bachelor Nation fans are everyday people like us? As Day 1, OG fans of the show, hosts Kate Young and Marcie Mangan are taking a deep look into the latest Bachelor, Bachelorette, and BIP gossip, headlines, and sharing their Midwestern spin on episode recaps.
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    Episodes (85)

    Fantasy Suite Parameters: Where Did Zach Go Wrong?

    Fantasy Suite Parameters: Where Did Zach Go Wrong?

    Kate and Marcie are back to discuss Zach's 'Sex Week!'

    We break down Zach's decision, why he felt the need to announce it and the mess that came afterwards. Plus, what did Kaity mean when she made that comment to Gabi under her breath at the rose ceremony about 'being the only one'?

    We also dig into Charity being the new Bachelorette and predictions for the finale. Will there be a big twist?

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    Bachelor Updates, Vanderpump Rules Drama and Netflix's The Perfect Match Recap

    Bachelor Updates, Vanderpump Rules Drama and Netflix's The Perfect Match Recap

    Bachelorette Buds is back with Kate and special guest co-host Ashlee! Listen in as they discuss the latest details of Zach's Bachelor season and why people seem to be so bored with it.

    Plus, we dive into the Vanderpump Rules cheating drama and the hold it has on the world right now. Good for you, Bravo, good for you.

    And don't miss our recap of the latest Netflix reality TV show The Perfect Match, featuring contestants from shows like Too Hot To Handle, Love is Blind, The Circle and more. We dig into Shayne and Bartise's storylines on the show, the ridiculous ending and which couples are still together today.

    Finally, we discuss Kelsea Ballerini's new divorce album, her podcast interview on "Call Her Daddy" and new relationship with Chase Stokes from Outerbanks.

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    Zach's Lack of BBE, Bringing Back Old Contestants and Early Spiraling

    Zach's Lack of BBE, Bringing Back Old Contestants and Early Spiraling

    Kate and Marcie discuss week two of Zach's season including Latto's Bad Bitch Energy date (and Zach's lack of BBE), bringing back random contestants from over a decade ago and villain energy.

    Then we get into Christina's 1-on-1 date where she reveals she has a 5-year-old daughter, Zach's reaction to this news and Marcie's sleuthing on Christina's ex-husband, including an interesting twist. Plus, we chat about Brianna's edit and where her storyline might be going.

    Stay tuned for the end of the episode where we discuss Bachelor Nation divorce rumors, Colleen Hoover books, her latest movie casting and more on the shows we're watching and books we're reading!

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    Catching Up on Bachelor Nation, Why No Couples Seem to Last & Zach's Season Premiere

    Catching Up on Bachelor Nation, Why No Couples Seem to Last & Zach's Season Premiere

    Kate and Marcie are back for Zach's Bachelor season. We discuss why nobody seems excited, how fast the couples seem to be breaking up now and if ABC would ever cancel the show.

    Plus, we talk a bit about Bachelor in Paradise, other shows we've been into lately and a few of the women on Zach's season.

    Listen in and follow us on Instagram @BacheloretteBuds

    Recapping Netflix's Love Is Blind: SK & Raven's Break Up, Toxic Couples and S2 vs. S3

    Recapping Netflix's Love Is Blind: SK & Raven's Break Up, Toxic Couples and S2 vs. S3

    Kate and Marcie are back from our Bachelor Nation break to discuss another reality TV show favorite - Netflix's Love Is Blind!

    We're comparing Season 3 Dallas to Season 2 Chicago and discussing the most toxic couples and the latest breaking news of Raven and SK's breakup after some cheating rumors surfaced last week. Then we do a deep dive on each of the couples: Alexa and Brennon, Nancy and Bartise, SK and Raven, Cole and Zanab and Matt Colleen.

    Plus, we are obviously discussing the reunion, including the infamous 'cuties' scene and what the choice to air that could mean. (Are the producers on Team Cole here?)

    Listen in and follow us on Instagram @BacheloretteBuds

    "We were on a break!" The Bachelorette Finale

    "We were on a break!" The Bachelorette Finale

    Kate and Marcie break down (one of?) the most dramatic Bachelorette finales ever!

    First off, Kate admits her defeat - Marcie was right about Tino and Kate was wrong. Very wrong. But Rachel is not looking too great either...

    Listen in as we compare the Rachel/Tino breakup to the Becca/Arie breakup and discuss Rachel threatening to take her ring off, if one kiss is cheating - or could you work it out if you really wanted to? - and so much more!

    Plus, we dig into Gabby and Erich's relationship (will it last? why didn't ABC address certain things? where are they living now?) and the new Bachelor, Zach, who we certainly aren't thrilled with. What a mess of a season...

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    Tino, What's In the Black Book?!

    Tino, What's In the Black Book?!

    Kate and Marcie discuss Part 1 of the alledged 'most talked about Finale ever.'

    We go over the 'good PR' discussion between Zach and Rachel (Is Zach getting a Bachelor edit...?!), the Aven engagement / breakup debacle, and we talk a little bit about Gabby, but let's real - tonight was The Rachel Show.

    Plus, we discuss Tino's conversations with Rachel's family and what in the world is in that black book of his in the previews?!

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    Declarations of Love, Fantasy Suites Gone Wrong and A Cup of Joe

    Declarations of Love, Fantasy Suites Gone Wrong and A Cup of Joe

    Kate and Marcie are back to recap Gabby and Rachel's Fantasy Suites in Mexico!

    We start off by discussing the whiplash of switching back and forth between Gabby and Rachel's dates, Tino's red flags and what Erich and Gabby talked about in private that he later brought up in front of the cameras.

    Then we get into Jason and Gabby's heartbreaking (and confusing) goodbye. Was Jason in the wrong? Did he know what he was signing up for by going on The Bachelorette?

    And of course, we go over what could have gone wrong between Rachel and Zach in the Fantasy Suites. Is Zach telling America Rachel is fake? Was it a political or religious conversation that went wrong?

    Follow us on Instagram and let us know your theories! @BacheloretteBuds

    Men Tell All (+ A Hell of a Marketing Tactic by Virgin Voyages)

    Men Tell All (+ A Hell of a Marketing Tactic by Virgin Voyages)

    Kate and Marcie discuss the flop that was the Men Tell All...and the 'life-changing' announcement. Hell of a marketing ploy by Virgin Voyages!

    Plus, we dig into Aven's medicore Hometown date, our predictions for Gabby and Rachel's final roses, that Bachelor In Paradise preview and Nate's great PR from ABC.

    Do you think Nate is our next Bachelor? Let us know on Instagram! @BacheloretteBuds

    Hometowns and Heartbreak on the Jersey Shore

    Hometowns and Heartbreak on the Jersey Shore

    How are Hometowns already happening?!

    Kate and Marcie recap the incredibly rushed hometowns between Zach, Tino, Tyler, Jason, Johnny and Erich.

    We break down Tyler's heartbreak on the Jersey Shore (is he aiming for Paradise?), Tino's skeptical parents, and Erich's heartbreaking family situation. 

    Plus, we discuss what lies ahead for the Men Tell All and what the 'life-changing' news will be...

    Baby Back Bs in Amsterdam

    Baby Back Bs in Amsterdam

    This week on The Bachelorette, Rachel and Gabby explore Amsterdam as they narrow it down to their top Hometown choices.

    Gabby has a heartbreaking goodbye on her 1-on-1 with Nate, but decides to have some fun with safe words in the Red-Light District on her group date. Rachel, meanwhile, loves how much Zach loves her...but is Tino aka Baby Back Bitch still her front runner?

    Plus, Kate and Marcie aren't buying the whole 'Logan has COVID story.' And Kate is certainly not buying the whole 'Tino is a villain story' either!

    Bachelorettes in Belgium and Only One is Having Fun

    Bachelorettes in Belgium and Only One is Having Fun

    The Bachelorette(s) take Belgium but really only Gabby takes Belgium...

    Kate and Marcie are discussing Rachel's choice to cancel her group date after Logan's flip-flop, how Gabby reacted to the whole situation and this week's 1-on-1 dates with Aven and Johnny.

    Why is Gabby sticking her head under a whipped cream nozzle while making Belgium waffles and slapping people with fish while Rachel pouts on the cruise ship? *sigh*

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    It's A Bachelorette(s) Ship Show

    It's A Bachelorette(s) Ship Show

    What an episode! We had rainy night dates in Paris, Jesse Palmer speaking French and the group starting their journey on the cruise ship!

    Join Kate and Marcie as we break down yet another dramatic episode of The Bachelorette. We discuss Hayden (and a possible strategy to get back with his ex?!), Jason, Tino and of course - Rachel's many tears as she navigates this journey as one of two Bachelorettes.

    Plus, we can't forget Rachel's infamous line: "About the dog?!"

    In the meantime, Kate will be fangirling over Tino AKA young Ben Affleck. It's fine. She's fine.

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    Separate Love Stories: The Bachelorette Draft

    Separate Love Stories: The Bachelorette Draft

    The Bachelorette(S!) are getting down to business! New rules have been established and now each woman has to pick her own, separate batch of men.

    Listen in as Kate and Marcie recap the episode with special guest Jenny from debating if the Rachel and Zach date was a bit too sappy to our thoughts on if Gabby and Erich had any actual chemistry. Plus, we discuss our Final Four draft predictions. 

    Pageants, First One-on-Ones and Dramatic Goodbyes

    Pageants, First One-on-Ones and Dramatic Goodbyes

    Kate and Marcie break down Rachel and Gabby's first one-on-ones and Rachel's shocking decision to send race car driver Jordan home. Meanwhile, Gabby and Nate had a strong connection and Nate opened up about his daughter!

    There's definitely drama brewing though after both women seem into a few of the same men and Rachel's ego is hurt after the latest rose ceremony. Is anyone else worried for this Bachelorette 'friendship'?

    Listen in and be sure to follow us on Instagram @BacheloretteBuds! 

    The Bachelorette(S) is Back!

    The Bachelorette(S) is Back!

    Welcome back! Kate and Marcie are kicking things off for Rachel and Gabby's season - The BacheloretteS!

    First, we dive into some Bachelor Nation news including Nayte and Michelle's break up, fan favorite Tia's pregnancy and our thoughts on Becca proposing to Thomas.

    Then, we get into this historic season and discuss the limo entrances and how Gabby and Rachel's tastes in men are already quite different - BUT there is sure to be drama and messiness nonetheless.

    What are you looking forward to most this season? Follow us on @bachelorettebuds on Instagram and let us know!

    Clayton Gets His Happy Ending & New Bachelorette(s!)

    Clayton Gets His Happy Ending & New Bachelorette(s!)

    Kate and Marcie discuss the explosive ending to Clayton's season and the shocking After The Final Rose. But - was it the most shocking ending ever? (Hint: Kate and Marcie both think different seasons were more shocking than this one.)

    Plus, we dig into Clayton breaking up with Gabby and Rachel at the same time, if the producers hate Clayton and wanted to make his life miserable, and of course our new Bachelorette...s! Plural! And...is anyone convinced Susie actually likes Clayton?

    Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more: @bachelorettebuds

    "But I love you the most!" Clayton's Fantasy Suites + WTA

    "But I love you the most!" Clayton's Fantasy Suites + WTA

    After an explosive Women Tell All and Fantasy Suites episodes this week, Kate and Marcie are breaking it all down!

    First, we get into the fantasy suite dates and Clayton's shocking unraveling with Susie. Plus, we get into his flip flopping of saying he told 'someone' he loved them but then it quickly turned into the fact he told both Rachel and Gabby that but he 'loves Susie the most.'

    Then, we discuss the WTA from Shanae claiming Genevieve is hooking up with another Bachelor Nation alum to Sarah's story on Clayton crying to Teddi's hot seat interview. Who do you think had the best audition for Bachelor in Paradise?

    Follow us on Instagram @BacheloretteBuds and let us know what you think!