Bachelor In Retrospect

Bachelor In Retrospect

A Bachelor Podcast in which a comedy writer and a media professor go way back in Bachelor Nation history to unpack how the show has changed and how we can see the world change through the show.

Episodes

September 30, 2025 10 mins

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In this bonus episode for patrons, Carrie is joined by Claire Fallon to read three more books written by Bachelor alumni. They discuss the dream project of Bachelor Pad winner Holly, a somewhat questionable messaging from Sam from Bachelor in Paradise Season 9, and the shocking return of some gray circles with wings...

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Carrie and Annemarie recap the final episodes of Meredith's Bachelorette season! They discuss the uniquely bad vibes, an exciting foray into live television, and a dramatic final appearance of basil.

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Carrie and Annemarie recap the Fantasy Suites and Men Tell All episodes of The Bachelorette Season 2! They discuss the confusing storytelling of this season, the incredible talent of Pre-Sean, and how much basil says about...

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Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 4 and 5 of Meredith's Bachelorette season! They discuss the history of metrosexuality, some giant hometown red flags, and what an AV is (it's not what you're thinking of).

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We sat down with Elizabeth (Kitt) Brown from Jake Pavelka's season to talk about being on the first season of Bachelor Pad, her life since the show, and the truth about what happened with Rozlyn, which frankly shocked us! We wanted our wider audience to know the full story so enjoy this unlocked patreon episode and join us for future bonus content at patreon.com/bachelorinretrospect

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Carrie and Annemarie recap the first three episodes of Meredith's Bachelorette season! They discuss the introduction of some Bachelor staples, the prison of masculinity, and some really bad date card writing.

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In this month's bonus episode, Carrie and Annemarie talk to Elizabeth (Kitt) Brown from Jake's season and Bachelor Pad 1. They discuss Bachelor In Paradise embracing the spirit of Bachelor pad, the truth about what happened to Rozlyn, and why Jesse Kovacs acted like that on the first season of Bachelor Pad.

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CW: This episode covers topics around weight, fatphobia, eating disorders, other body stuff.

In this bonus episode for patrons, Carrie and Annemarie are so excited to be joined by Jenna Vesper of Date Card The Podcast and the Roses for Every Body social media campaign for fat representation in the Bachelor Franchise. They discuss the framing of Bob Guiney as the "Fat Bac...

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Carrie and Annemarie recap the end of Bob's historic Bachelor season. They discuss Bob's fascinating choice, Estella's underrated comedy, and how on earth the producers are prepping Chris the Host.

We'll be...

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Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 6-8 of The Bachelor Season 4. They discuss low stakes hometowns, some excellent Bachelor playing, and the music of Bob Guiney.

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Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 3-5 of The Bachelor season 3. They discuss the history of makeover shows, the infamous rumors about Bob's season, and why Bob's the only Bachelor who likes group dates.

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Carrie and Annemarie recap the first two episodes of Bachelor Bob Guiney's season! They discuss how much the people wanted Bob, Bob's Bachelor goals, and some exciting new responsibilities for Chris the Host!

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Carrie and Annemarie recap the end of The Bachelor Season 3 in a supersized episode. They discuss the popularity of Andrew and Jen, the shocking look at Andrew's mother, and the exciting debut of last initials.

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In this bonus episode for patrons, Carrie and Annemarie recap the three-part miniseries about Ryan and Trista's 2003 wedding. They discuss the obscene amount of money ABC spent, Bob Guiney's attention-seeking behavior, and being a Stan Rehn Stan.

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Carrie and Annemarie recap the Hometowns and Fantasy Suite dates from Andrew Firestone's season. They discuss some Firestone family history, the power of being okay with a change of plans, and looking at Andrew's mother.

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Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 4 and 5 of The Bachelor Season 3. They discuss the depiction of wealth on TV, Andrew's search for "Mrs. Firestone," and the parallels between him and another winemaking Bachelor.

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Carrie and Annemarie recap the first three episodes featuring our wealthiest Bachelor, Andrew Firestone! They discuss how the millionaire Bachelor set the tone for the rest of the show, the perils of having too many contestant...

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In this bonus recap for patrons, Carrie and Annemarie join together to celebrate the marriage of Jason and Molly. They discuss their enduring love of this love story, the weather's pivotal role, and what happens when you don't let Chris Harrison into your wedding.

Molly and Jason's wedding is available to watch on Amazon as part of Jake's season!

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Patreon members can now join us on Discord, where we will be screening episodes as we cover them on the podcast!

Carrie and Annemarie recap the final two episodes of Trista's season and our very first AFTR (kind of). They discuss how Trista and Ryan changed the show forever, the show's focus on Bob's weight, and what it might really mean...

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Patreon members can now join us on Discord, where we will be screening episodes as we cover them on the podcast!

Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 3-5 of The Bachelorette Season 1, which unbelievably brings us all the way to fantasy suites! They discuss the impact of the year 2003, New York real estate, and using men for their poet...

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