The Ben and Ashley I Almost Famous Podcast

Housewives favorites Jennifer Fessler and Kelly Bensimon are sipping and spilling in Napa at "Live in the Vineyard”. Jennifer dusts off her matchmaking skills to see if Kelly and “Golden Bachelorette’s” Pascal are the perfect match after he slid into her DMs. Is their chemistry hot and spicy, or was it awkward? Is Kelly ready for another French man in her life after her ex-husband? Jennifer is getting to the bottom of it! We've sequestered Pascal so he can't hear if Kelly's falling in love, or if they're talking sh*t... Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2025

Caelynn Bell is taking over the Almost Famous podcast and hanging out with Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar! The happy couple gives us an update on their wedding plans, and they explain the moment they decided to elope instead of a big elaborate ceremony!   Plus, how would Bachelor stars handle being trapped in an avalanche or an erupting volcano??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

Ben is catching up with Caelynn and she’s holding nothing back! Caelynn shares what she would do to “fix” The Bachelor franchise to bring it back to its former glory.   We hear about her life with Dean in Colorado and when they might be starting a family!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Ben and Ashley hang out with one of our favorite stars from The Golden Bachelor, Susan Noles!   Susan spills how she bent the rules while on her new reality show “Got to Get Out”, and we find out the REAL reason why we won’t see her in Paradise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Jana Kramer is getting to the nitty gritty of what her single real-life best friend is looking for in terms of dating! The women are giving their opinions on prenups, non-traditional relationships in your "I Do, Part 2" era, and if Pamelyn should explore dating younger men. Know an eligible single bachelor perfect for Pamelyn?  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

The next Golden Bachelor has been announced and Ben has all the details! Find out more about Mel Owens, what we can expect from his season, and what his casting means for the future of the Golden franchise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

Ben and Ashley are catching up with Demi Burnett from Colton Underwood’s season, and she’s making a return to reality TV! Demi shares all the stories from making “Got to Get Out”, including who she bonded with from the cast, and how she handled the stress of filming. Plus, Demi reveals how different the experience was from The Bachelor, with basically NO producer interference!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Ben and Ashley are breaking down the latest Bachelor Nation headlines!  Jen Saviano had maybe the most glamorous elopement of all time. The Golden Bachelor's Susan Noles has a new man who pushed her to learn a new communication style.  And we reveal the proud parents of the next Bachelor Baby!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Jana Kramer is trying to find a match for her single real-life bestie Pamelyn! A divorced mom of two, Pamelyn lives in the Nashville area.  Do you have a friend, a brother, an uncle, maybe even your ex or your dad who is single and ready to mingle??!! Jana gets the full story on Pamelyn's divorce - and why she even kept Jana in the dark till it was all over.  Then, it’s on! Let’s find Pamelyn her I do part 2! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

Ben and Ashley are talking to one of the most controversial Bachelors of all time: Clayton Echard.   Clayton opens up about what happened off-camera during his season, including a fight with producers that left with Clayton storming off before the end!   Plus, Clayton shares how he’s grown since his time in the mansion, and we hear about how his season almost had a totally different outcome for him and Susie Evans!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

Ben and Ashley catch up with Clayton Echard, who’s ready to set the record straight about his beef with Gabby Windey.  Clayton opens up about his self-confidence, and we find out the real reason why Gabby has Clayton blocked!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

RHONJ's Jennifer Fessler revealed all to us recently about the problems in her marriage, the separation, and the reunion (HERE) …but NOW she’s joined by her husband Jeff, to get his side of the story!   From regrets to reconciliation they let us in on what works and what doesn’t. What has changed since they got back together? Advice for you if you’re on the brink…and don’t know which way to go. This Jersey couple is telling you how to avoid divorce!  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

Our conversation with Sydney Gordon continues! Hear all the behind the scenes secrets from Joey’s season, and learn more about what really goes on in the mansion. Sydney is sharing every infamous detail!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

Sydney Gordon from Joey Graziadei’s season is out of contract… and ready to spill. Sydney reveals what it means to be “Infamous” and shares what happened behind the scenes and off-camera while she was competing for Joey’s attention.   Sydney clears up her confrontation with Maria, and we try to figure out who is the “bully” when personalities clash. You can’t blame “the edit” when Ben and Ashley investigate, right here on Infamous: Sometimes Roses are Red Flags.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

Are pajamas the killer when it comes to a good sex life? Thelma and Louise are talking with relationship expert Dr. Channa Bromley about problematic pajamas! Plus, let’s talk about our bodies, and let’s get real! And it’s ok to want sex and make it a priority…we’ll tell you why!! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 April 2025

Ben and Ashley are taking you behind the scenes of The Bachelor franchise and talking to the controversial figures that make the dramatic moments unforgettable. Don’t miss “Infamous: Sometimes Roses are Red Flags” right here on the Almost Famous podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Ben and Ashley are back to break down the latest Bachelor Nation headlines!   Clayton Echard called Gabby Windey a bully after what she said about his dance moves… whose side are you on?? And we try to get to the bottom of Jason Tartick and Kaitlyn Bristowe’s feud over a dog/baby name!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Everyone's favorite pigtail-wearing RHONJ star Margaret Josephs and her husband Joe sit down with co-star Jennifer Fessler to talk about how their love affair led to their happily ever after. The couple is talking about divorce and kids, prenups, and the complexities when your ex-spouse passes away. Plus, Jennifer gets an update on Joe's health and how the couple REALLY feels about the stagnant status of Jersey Housewives.     Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025

Ben and Ashley are tackling your hard hitting questions!  Find out Ben’s reaction to where he placed in the “Hottest Bachelors” bracket, we share some rumors of a celebrity for the next Bachelor, and we dive deeper into the Grant Ellis/Tyler Cameron drama!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

We have a Bachelor Nation and Real Housewives crossover and Ben and Ashley are right in the middle! Kelly Bensimon from The Real Housewives of New York City is ready to spill everything about her dates with contestants from The Golden Bachelorette!   Find out what happened when Pascal slid into her DMs, and why one potential suitor got cold feet when he realized he might be on TV!   Plus, Ashley reveals what happened when she slid into the DMs of an A-list celebrity!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

Sex and dating after 50, it’s time to talk about menopause baby! Not only does your outlook change in your second chapter...but so does your body. Cheryl Burke is getting a master class from journalist turned menopause activist Tamsen Fadal on how she found love in her "I Do Part 2" era and navigated menopause in her relationship.  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 April 2025

Ariel Frenkel from Zach’s season intimidated us on The Bachelor, but Ben and Ashley are getting to know the REAL Ariel and get an update on her dating life!   Find out the reason she signed up for The Bachelor in the first place, and she reveals the Bachelor Nation superstars she’d be open to dating.   Plus… we have to ask about Paradise!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

First Kelly Bensimon met Guy, Guy got a girlfriend so he dumped Kelly. Then, Guy set Kelly up with Gary! Kelly went on a date with Gary and now ANOTHER Golden man is sliding into her DM's! PASCAL wants a little piece of the action.   Will Pascal and Kelly try dating? Bob Guiney is getting the lowdown on exactly what is happening with Kelly's love life. Could Pascal be the one for Kelly? Plus, Pascal has a LOT to say about love, life and Bachelor in Paradise… Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

Ben and Ashley are breaking down the latest in Bachelor Nation headlines!  Grant has cleared the air about his family’s reaction to his fiancée, we have hints on which Golden contestants are hitting the beach in Paradise, and we dissect the Tyler Cameron/Grant Ellis feud!   And things get emotional when we cover Christina Mandrell’s milestone in her sobriety journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

RHONJ star Jennifer Fessler, along with fellow housewife and “Traitors” star Dolores Catania are confronting Dolores’ boyfriend Paul “Paulie” Connell about dating when you aren’t divorced yet. They also fill you in on why “I Do Part 2” is better than round one. This Jersey couple discusses the scrutiny you’re under when you’re dating and not yet divorced. Should they get married? And will they have a prenup?  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2025

Ben and Ashley share the latest news about Katie Thurston’s recent health update, and we break down the exciting details from her surprise wedding!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025

If you like men that don’t cheat, get yourself a farmer! Jennifer Fessler is saddled up to talk with two hunks, Matt and John, from the latest season of "Farmer Wants A Wife". These guys may be DTF (down to farm) but they are also ready to find love! These farmers have unique perspectives on love and marriage and clear up if women should REALLY be approaching men out in the wild! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025

Ben and Ashley assembled an expert panel from Bachelor Nation to discuss the aftermath of the finale for Grant Ellis’ season!  We hear from former Bachelorette Rachel Recchia about Grant’s true feelings on Litia. Trista & Bob weigh in on the Golden’s arrival in Paradise. And Susie wants justice for Juliana!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025

We’ve made it to the finale for Grant Ellis’ season of The Bachelor! Ben and Ashley break down the dramatic (and lengthy) conclusion to Grant’s season, including every tear that wasn’t shed!   There’s no Bachelorette this year, but Ben and Ashley believe the perfect lead was hiding in plain sight in Grant’s cast all along! Should Litia go to Paradise??   Plus, Ben reveals why he was almost involved in the finale for one of his most controversial moments!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

Our Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are hanging out with Jonathan Rone from The Golden Bachelorette! Jonathan admits that Trista is a huge celebrity to him, and we find out which A-lister Bob gets mistaken for all the time! Plus, we ask Jonathan if he'd return for the next season of The Golden Bachelorette!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter are back to recap Trista’s trip to the iHeartRadio Music Awards! Find out who made her the most starstruck, and which ex-Bachelorette hung out with her while she was in LA!   Plus, Bob reveals the awkward question his son asked when he rewatched his season of The Bachelor!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

Jess joins Ben and Ashley for a check in one month after becoming a mom.   She opens up about the anxiety and strong emotions she’s felt since giving birth, and Ben reveals the one detail that surprised him the most about parenthood.   Plus, Jess shares her workout routine right up until Winnie arrived!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

What’s it like to be a “villain”? Ben and Ashley are checking in with Victoria Larson from Matt James’ season for a no-limits conversation about her time on reality TV.  Victoria holds nothing back when sharing the details of how producers affect what happens in the show, and we hear the true origin of “Queen Victoria”.   Plus, she gives us a behind the scenes look at “House of Villains”!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

Kendra Wilkinson isn't looking to be anyone's girlfriend just yet! The single mom sits down with Amy & TJ to spill the tea on how she's dealing with her chapter 2 and how she really feels when it comes to her ex-husband.  Is Kendra ready to find love on TV? Wanting to try a non-traditional relationship again? Amy & TJ are asking it ALL!  Plus, Kendra is giving fellow reality star, Brittany Cartwright, some sound advice.  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

Parisa Shifteh was sent home on Grant’s season, but she’s ready to spill all with Ben and Ashley!   Find out what she really thinks Grant is looking for in a partner, and why she isn’t surprised by who he picked for the Top 2.   Plus, Parisa opens up about going to Paradise and why looking for lizards was her favorite thing to do in the Bachelor Mansion!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

Ben and Ashley are connecting with Katie Thurston for an update on her breast cancer journey. She shares some valuable tips to help anyone out there dealing with similar challenges, and she gets vulnerable when sharing her emotional state from the last few months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

Her date was supposed to be Guy but something changed! Find out what happened and who became her suitor.  Cheryl Burke is breaking it all down with Kelly including reading all the texts to you.  Plus, what happened to Mr. Tennis?! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

Ben and Ashley are hanging out with Sharleen Joynt from Juan Pablo’s season and her husband Andy Levine! They’re bringing their talents from their “Dear Shandy” podcast to help break down what’s going on in Grant’s season.   Hear some opinions from reality TV experts on what needs to happen to save the franchise, and find out what happened behind the scenes when Sharleen and Andy officiated Nick Viall’s wedding!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

Star of "Vanderpump Rules" and "The Valley" Brittany Cartwright is in the thick of her divorce from Jax Taylor and she is letting Amy & TJ in on how she REALLY feels about her ex.  She reveals that she is doing the majority of the parenting and that “co-parenting” isn’t going as well as she would like.  She talks about handling other women coming into her home and that she is determined to find her sparkle again. Will she marry again and have more kids?? Yes, we’re going there.  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

It's Fantasy Suites week on Grant's season of The Bachelor and Ben and Ashley have some major revelations to share!   Ben opens up about why Fantasy Suite dates are "designed" to be boring, we discuss Grant's free flowing social media life, and it's time to get #JusticeForBenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

Trista and Ryan are in LA for the iHeartRadio Music Awards and they’ve turned the show into a family vacation! Trista spills all about visiting colleges with Blakesley and what they’re looking forward to most about the iHeartRadio Music Awards!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

Should your kids dictate who you date? Kelly Bensimon and Alexia Nepola are asking the tough questions to Dr. Hillary Goldsher that single parents want to know! Are kids with divorced parents usually harder on the mom or the dad when it comes to dating? Alexia has a strong opinion! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 March 2025

Wanna know who Ashley & Ben would bring back for another shot at love and who holds the title of the worst season in "Bachelorette" history? The duo are leading a Q&A and give their thoughts on navigating the future of the franchise during what they call a "rough patch." Follow Almost Famous on Instagram @almost_famouspodcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

Fresh off her girl's trip to Montana with several other ladies from Zach Shallcross' season, Mercedes Northup is here to spill all the fun (and of course, the dramatic moments!) from the trip. Plus, she spills on if she'd ever return to Paradise and who she would be interested in meeting as Ash & Ben try to call him while she's in the hot seat!  Follow Almost Famous on Instagram at @almost_famouspodcast!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Cheryl Burke is asking the SEXY questions when it comes to being single and intimate. (You know what we mean….) Relationship expert Dr. Channa Bromley is talking about ways you can bring pleasure to your life, even if you're not in a relationship. Plus, what does it mean to be "sleep divorced" and why does it work? Dr. Channa explains! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

Podcasts collide when Almost Famous hangs out with Stefanie Parker and Jackie Maroney from “She’s All Bach”! With all these experts together in one place, we go deep to try and figure out how to make The Bachelor better, including what’s REALLY going on behind the scenes of Grant’s season. Plus, we have some secret info on the controversial way Grant might pick his winner!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

Ashley is serving up the latest in Bachelor Nation headlines with Zachary Reality and trying to make sense of it all!   Deanna Pappas has been arrested! We have all the details.   We have a final word on the status of Susie Evans and Justin Glaze, and Paradise might be involved.   AND… a reversed vasectomy has led to one couple having the most Bachelor kids of all!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

It’s time for the Women Tell All, and Ashley brought in our favorite Bachelor Nation beat reporter Zachary Reality to help break it all down! Zachary has all the inside info on what really happened between Grant and Dina, we hear more about his feud with Carolina, and we have some tea on who could be the next Golden Bachelor!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

She's clearly got a thing for guys named Zach! Zach Shallcross' runner-up Gabi Elnicki, is here and she's sharing what made her feel unprotected and vindicated by that Zach! Then, she shares how she found love with her new Zach and why she credits him for her appearance on "The Bachelor." IG: @almost_famouspodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

There's nothing quite like having your parents around! Amy & David Higgins step-up to the mic to give their perspective watching their son become a father and give some insight into his opposite of spoiled upbringing.    @almost_famouspodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025