Game of Roses

BachelorClues breaks down all the gameplay from Bachelor in Paradise Season 10, Episode 2. From the revamped intro and Love Island-inspired formatting to the chaotic kiss booth and bizarre bar games, Clues analyzes how the show is evolving under Scott Teti's leadership—and what’s working (and what isn’t). He dives deep into the strategic moves and critical errors from players like Brian, Zoe, Parisa, Dale, and MVP Susie Evans, who ...

BachelorClues flies solo delivering a whirlwind tour through the top reality dating show podcasts of the moment. From Love Island bombshells to Bachelor Nation drama, we dive into Zak’s surprising TikTok revelations about Cierra’s removal, Jana Craig’s near walkout and HR intervention, and the mounting evidence that producers may be scripting more than we thought. We also hear from Taylor and Clarke on Ace’s alleged control of the ...

BachelorClues and PaceCase break down the top ten plays from Love Island USA Season 7, Episodes 27–32, analyzing the game as only they can. From the shocking elimination of power couple Taylor and Clarke to the mysterious removal of Cierra and the producers’ relentless push to make Nick and Olandria happen, no moment is spared. The hosts discuss standout performances—including Amaya and Bryan’s hideaway triumph—and roast the season...

BachelorClues and PaceCase kick off their coverage of Bachelor in Paradise Season 10 with a full breakdown of Episode 1. From opening entrances and Day 1 rose strategies to early alliances and emerging power players, the hosts analyze every move through the lens of gameplay. Who’s making strong first impressions? Who’s already thinking long-term? And which players are setting themselves up for heartbreak—or victory? It’s all here i...

BachelorClues and PaceCase break down the latest headlines from Bachelor Nation and Love Island USA. They cover The Bachelor’s Season 30 renewal, the Golden Bachelorette’s ratings dip, and reports that Mel Owens has been recast. Peter “Popeye” Weber hard launches his new relationship with actress Brook Sill, and Caila Quinn announces her third pregnancy. Special guest Kara Berry joins to dissect the latest Love Island USA chaos, in...

BachelorClues and PaceCase break down the top ten moments from Week 4 of Love Island USA Season 7, covering episodes 21–26 (minus Aftersun). They analyze major gameplay shifts, including Nic and Cierra becoming the season’s first closed couple, the fallout from the Truth Box Challenge that left Amaya in tears, and the chaos of the Casa Amor recoupling. Other highlights include Ace’s human pyramid, Huda and Chris’ steamy makeout, an...

BachelorClues and PaceCase break down one of the most shocking pre-season Golden Bachelor clips to date. Mel Owens, recently announced as the lead for Season 2, appeared on a Michigan sports podcast and made a string of ageist and ableist remarks about the women he hopes to date — setting the tone for what could be a chaotic season. The hosts dissect the implications of his comments, question how the appearance was even allowed, an...

BachelorClues and PaceCase dive deep into the experimental chaos unfolding on Love Island USA, analyzing the producers’ controversial twists to Casa Amor and what they signal about the future of the franchise. They break down the rise of breakout star Jalen Brown, whose TikTok debut launched him to viral stardom, and unpack the parasocial power of the “Mamacita” meme. Plus, they celebrate Perfect Match Season 3’s third-wave all-sta...

BachelorClues and PaceCase break down the biggest plays from episodes 15–20 of Love Island USA Season 7, focusing on the high-stakes drama of Casa Amor. The hosts analyze key strategy shifts, heartbreaks, and recouplings, highlighting which Islanders gained power, who fumbled the bag, and what moves could define the rest of the season. From calculated betrayals to surprising loyalty, this week’s gameplay is dissected like never bef...

BachelorClues and PaceCase break down the explosive success of Love Island USA Season 7, which just surpassed 1 billion minutes viewed, signaling a major shift in the reality dating landscape. They discuss what’s fueling the franchise’s dominance, from star players like Huda to savvy production tweaks. Plus, the hosts react to Grant and Juliana’s breakup, the newly announced Golden BIP 10 cast, BIP’s surprising new challenges, and ...

BachelorClues and PaceCase break down the top ten moments from Week 2 of Love Island USA Season 7, covering episodes 9 through 14. From Huda’s iconic backbend during the leather and lace challenge to the explosive door recoupling and America’s game-shifting vote, the hosts analyze the strategies, face plays, and errors that shaped the villa’s power dynamics. They celebrate standout performances from Ace and Huda, critique slow burn...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...