Bachelor In Retrospect

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The Bachelor Season 15: Brad Womack, Part 2 Dec 04, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 4-6 of The Bachelor Season 15 in their FIRST EVER live show (recorded at Carrie's Mom's house). In this historic venue they discuss the extremely clear Bachelorette narrative set up for Emily, the depiction of therapy on TV, and whether or not anyone on The Bachelor has actually seen the film Pretty Woman.

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and Mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

The Bachelor Season 15: Brad Womack, Part 1 Nov 27, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 1-3 of Bachelor Season 15, starring extremely apologetic Bachelor Brad Womack. They discuss the way the show weaponizes vulnerability, the successful execution of the Single Mother storyline, and the indignity of having a group date on your birthday.

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and Mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

Bachelor Pad: Season 1, Part 2 Nov 13, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie end their stay in the first season of Bachelor Pad. They discuss pop culture of the time, the way that Bachelor Pad seems to be designed to embarrass women, and whether this show is about strategy or falling in love. There are more people than usual to follow in Bachelor Pad, so check out our character guides on Instagram at @BachelorinRetrospect for help keeping track of everyone!

Content Warning: This season of Bachelor Pad features Gia Allemand, a contestant who died by suicide in 2013. Gia's death is not discussed in this episode. For information about IAPMD, the foundation Gia's mother was involved in on her behalf, visit here: https://iapmd.org/

National Mental Health Hotline: https://mentalhealthhotline.org/

National Suicide Prevention Hotline:

https://988lifeline.org/

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and Mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

Bachelor Pad: Season 1, Part 1 Nov 06, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie begin the first season of Bachelor Pad. They examine how this show was promoted and received, break down some truly degrading competitions, and try to figure out how exactly Bachelor Pad works. There are more people than usual to follow in Bachelor Pad, so check out our character guides on Instagram at @BachelorinRetrospect for help keeping track of everyone!

National Mental Health Hotline: https://mentalhealthhotline.org/

National Suicide Prevention Hotline:

https://988lifeline.org/

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and Mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

The Bachelorette Season 6: Ali Fedotowsky, Part 4 Oct 16, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie recap the final three episodes of The Bachelorette Season 6. They discuss how their feelings about Ali have changed, the way the proposals are framed differently for male and female leads, and some surprising choices in the Men Tell All.

*Content Warning: This episode contains a brief discussion of suicidal ideation and addiction from 1:33:54 to 1:34:57.*

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and Mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

The Bachelorette Season 6: Ali Fedotowsky, Part 3 Oct 10, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 7-9 of The Bachelorette Season 6. Annemarie gives a rundown of the history of male skewing reality TV, they discuss the trend of Bachelorette front-runners quitting the show, and they do an incredibly powerful reading of some of Frank's screenwriting.

*Disclaimer: Due to some technical difficulties there are some spots in this episode where the sound quality isn't perfect. But honestly our producer/editor Aaron did a great job fixing it. Thanks Aaron! *

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and Mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

The Bachelorette Season 6: Ali Fedotowsky, Part 2 Oct 02, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 4-6 of The Bachelorette Season 6. They discuss the evolution of TV geared toward women, re-evaluate two iconic Bachelorette moments from these episodes, and discover which Bachelorette season 6 contestant should have been a Broadway star.

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

The Bachelorette Season 6: Ali Fedotowsky, Part 1 Sep 25, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie recap episodes 1-3 of their first Bachelorette season starring Ali Fedotowsky! They discuss the differences between current Bachelorette men and the ones from this earlier era, 2010s consent discourse, and how realistic it is to make it as an American screenwriter in Paris.

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

The Bachelor Season 14: Jake Pavelka, Part 4 Sep 11, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie conclude their recap of a season ending so dramatic, they had to break their final episode into two parts. This week Carrie and Annemarie cover the infamous Jake and Vienna breakup special and give their final thoughts on The Bachelor Season 14: On the Wings of Love. They discuss male sexual rage, pay tribute to Gia, and make a case for why Vienna is a true hero.

Jake's episode of the CW show H8R : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_C8JkTu-8I

Content Warning: The Bachelor Season 14 heavily features Gia Allemand, a contestant who died by suicide in 2013. This episode features a discussion of the media coverage surrounding Gia's death. If you'd like to skip this part, the discussion goes from 1:02 - 1:09.

For information about IAPMD, the foundation Gia's mother was involved in on her behalf, visit here: https://iapmd.org/

National Mental Health Hotline: https://mentalhealthhotline.org/

National Suicide Prevention Hotline:

https://988lifeline.org/

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

The Bachelor Season 14: Jake Pavelka, Part 3 Sep 04, 2023

Show notes

Carrie and Annemarie begin their recap of a season ending so dramatic, they had to break their final episode into two parts. This week Carrie and Annemarie recap the Women Tell All, Finale and After the Final Rose from Bachelor Season 14: On the Wings of Love. They discuss the intense showdown between Chris Harrison and Rozlyn, why America was so disdainful of Vienna, and the perils of alarmingly hot emotional chemistry. Tune in next week for the rest, a recap of the infamous Jake and Vienna breakup special and Carrie and Annemarie's wrap-up of Jake's season.

Content Warning: The Bachelor Season 14 heavily features Gia Allemand, a contestant who died by suicide in 2013. Gia's death is not discussed in this episode. For information about IAPMD, the foundation Gia's mother was involved in on her behalf, visit here: https://iapmd.org/

National Mental Health Hotline: https://mentalhealthhotline.org/

National Suicide Prevention Hotline:

https://988lifeline.org/

For an episode guide and other content, follow us on social media. Instagram: @BachelorinRetrospect, Twitter/X: @BachRetrospect, TikTok: @BachelorinRetrospect

Hosted by Annemarie Navar-Gill and Carrie Rosen

Bachelor in Retrospect is produced by Annemarie Navar-Gill, Carrie Rosen and Aaron Stein-Chester

Edited and mixed by Aaron Stein-Chester

Cover art by Manny Rose

Graphic design by Annemarie Navar-Gill

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