Game of Roses

Game of Roses

In-depth coverage of the fastest growing professional sport in the world - The Bachelor. The foremost experts in gameplay analysis @BachelorClues and @PaceCase examine every episode as it airs as well as the history of the game and the plays that happen off the field in the parasocial arena of social media. Described as "the MoneyBall of The Bachelor", Game of Roses will give even a casual viewer a whole new way to watch America's true pastime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

June 16, 2025 26 mins

BachelorClues and PaceCase unpack 12 revealing podcast clips that pull back the curtain on the reality dating show machine. From Love Island players breaking down the multi-layered strategy it takes to survive the villa, to Belle-A’s Kiss Virgin arc and Casa Amor redemption pitch, to inside knowledge on how producers manipulate contestants in real time, the hosts analyze it all like game tape. Plus, they debate Colton Underwood’s r...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase react to the freshly dropped trailers for Bachelor in Paradise Season 10 and Love Island: Beyond the Villa, comparing production styles, cast reveals, and the glaring gap in star power between the franchises. They critique Paradise’s awkward attempt to mimic Love Island’s style, and debate how the franchise can recapture its former glory. Plus, they break down the latest Bachelor Nation news, including th...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase break down episodes 2 through 8 of Love Island USA Season 7, analyzing the biggest plays, errors, and power shifts of the week. From Huda’s emotional package deal reveal to the fallout of the briefcase game, the hosts dissect evolving strategies, rising stars like Cierra and Chelly, and questionable choices from Ace and Nick. They also discuss the shocking disappearance of Yulisa, the impact of the photo ...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase dive deep into the mysterious disappearance of Yulissa from Love Island USA Season 7, unpacking the controversy surrounding her social media history, the producers’ silence, and how fan investigations influenced the show. They analyze the implications of real-time audience reactions, explore casting accountability across dating shows, and deliver the latest updates in Bachelor Nation—from Hannah Brown’s b...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase kick off their coverage of Love Island USA Season 7 with a detailed breakdown of the premiere episode. They praise the series’ high energy, production value, and casting—while also addressing early controversies surrounding players Yulissa and Austin. The hosts analyze gameplay strategies, standout intro packages, and the implications of early connections and secret-sharing among the Islanders, from Chell...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase dive into the ongoing Sauce Wars erupting in the Love Is Blind universe. After Ashley Adionser's appearance on a major podcast defending her relationship with Tyler Francis, the hosts dissect clips from multiple sources—including the Viall Files, Reality Receipts, and Storytime with Ricky—to uncover how Netflix and its official podcasts are shaping the narrative while independent creators push back with r...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase dive into the upcoming Love Island USA Season 7, analyzing the newly announced cast and breaking down why this lineup may outshine even the best of Bachelor Nation. The hosts examine each Islander’s Instagram to assess parasocial strength and predict early frontrunners. They also discuss Joey Graziadei completing his “30 Before 30” bucket list, a breakup from Love Is Blind Season 3, the cast announcement ...

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Cassidy Timbrooks joins Game of Roses to revisit her time on Season 26 of The Bachelor and reflect on her historic journey as the first player ever coached by BachelorClues. From DM’ing for help to weekly strategy Zooms, Cassidy walks through the casting process, the infamous toy car entrance, and the villain edit that defined her run. She reacts to key moments from the show—including the Hilary Duff date, cake drop, and poolside m...

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May 22, 2025 70 mins

In this season finale recap of Survivor Season 48, BachelorClues and PaceCase break down the emotional, strategic, and cinematic highs and lows of a gripping conclusion to a unique season. From Kyle and Kamilla's covert alliance to Eva’s emotional idol play, and Joe’s near-historic immunity run, the hosts analyze the biggest moves, missed opportunities, and gut-wrenching fire-making showdown that determined the final three. They re...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase sound the alarm on the state of The Bachelor franchise and lay out what needs to happen to save it. From casting Blake Moynes, Tyler Cameron, or even Harry Jowsey as lead, to investing real money into revitalizing Season 30, the hosts break down how to fix the broken pipeline and restore the glory of the game. They also react to a Disney exec’s eyebrow-raising comments, discuss the upcoming Bachelor Mansi...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase dissect clips from across the reality dating podcast universe. They break down Nick Viall’s contradictory takes on love and game play during his appearance on Mayim Bialik’s podcast, analyze Ashley Iaconetti’s iconic audition tape, and react to Demi Burnett’s wild story about production-fueled drinking. Plus, they cover Jeff Probst’s black shirt ritual, Grocery Joe’s podcast performance, and more shocking...

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In this emotional and game-shifting recap of Survivor Season 48, Episode 12, BachelorClues and PaceCase break down the most explosive episode of the season. A major blindside rocks the core alliance, thanks to a bold and risky lie orchestrated by Kyle and Kamilla. The hosts dissect the pivotal immunity challenge, Shauhin's controversial reward picks, and Joe’s heartbreaking personal story that becomes a powerful narrative thread th...

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PaceCase and BachelorClues break down a seismic shift in the franchise: Dale Moss has entered Bachelor in Paradise season 10, sparking speculation that he’s being groomed as the next Bachelor—despite ABC not yet renewing the flagship series. They explore what this means for the future of the show, analyze ABC’s shocking omission of The Bachelor from its latest lineup, and recap the latest Bachelor Nation news, including Gerry Turne...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase recap episode 11 of Survivor season 48, breaking down a pivotal week defined by strategic inertia, emotional turmoil, and missed opportunities. They analyze Mary’s final push to flip the vote, Eva’s luck-fueled advantage journey, and Kamilla's clutch immunity win—while questioning why no one is willing to challenge Joe, the dominant frontrunner.


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BachelorClues and PaceCase break down the latest chaos in Bachelor Nation, including casting controversies surrounding the upcoming season of Bachelor in Paradise. They analyze rumors about Hannah Brown’s potential return, discuss which players have confirmed they’re not going, and react to the current state of the franchise’s dating show pipeline. Plus, they cover recent Bachelor Nation weddings, public feuds, and the impact of re...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase break down explosive clips from across the reality dating podcast universe, including scathing reactions to Jenn Tran’s casting as Bachelorette, backlash over Hannah Brown’s rumored appearance on Bachelor in Paradise, and revealing family drama from Joan Vassos’ daughter.


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BachelorClues and PaceCase break down episode 10 of Survivor season 48, where a failed revolution attempt reshuffles the power dynamics of the game. The hosts analyze the strategic missteps that sealed Star’s fate, spotlight Kyle’s calculated reward picks as the play of the game, and praise the secret alliance between Kyle and Kamilla as the most effective gameplay yet. They dissect Joe’s dominance in challenges, Eva’s surprising h...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase break down all the latest news shaking up Bachelor Nation! They dive deep into the announcement of Mel Owens as the next Golden Bachelor, a former NFL player turned lawyer, and discuss what his casting could mean for the franchise’s future. The hosts also react to Hannah Brown joining Bachelor in Paradise as co-host of the new "Champagne Lounge" alongside Wells Adams, and speculate on the brewing behind-t...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase recap episode 9 of Survivor Season 48, diving into what they call one of the most thrilling installments of the season so far. The episode kicks off with strategic fallout from the previous tribal council, including shifting alliances and rising tensions, particularly between David and other members of the Strong Six. Kamilla continues to push her “mental over muscle” narrative while Eva risks her extra v...

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BachelorClues and PaceCase unveil their big announcement: a new joint Palapa Corner series covering Netflix’s Battle Camp, debuting the dawn of the “Casa GOR” era. The hosts break down the eclectic cast of the new third-wave competition show and recap their current watchlists, from The Last Kingdom and The Last of Us to The Valley and Coachella streams. Plus, Bachelor Nation news is in full swing with Susan finding love in St. Mart...

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