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A snarky but affectionate dissection of the love we see on-screen – and what it says about all of us. Hosted by culture critics Emma Gray and Claire Fallon, Love To See It is a weekly podcast that recaps reality dating shows like “The Bachelor” and revisits the romantic movies that shape the way we date and love today. We laugh, we cry, we break down every juicy detail and unpack all the weird messages that pop culture sends us about love, sex, and dating.
‘Bachelorette’ S20e6 Fantasy Suites: Fairy Tales in Fiji
Charity’s fairy tale continues in Fiji where each of her men have something to prove. Is Xavier ready for marriage? Has Joey been his authentic self? Is Dotun too good to be true? And who is the returning mystery man they’ve teased all season? Let’s find out!
01:43:5908/08/2023
‘Too Hot To Handle’ Tricks Hot People into Therapy w/ Ashley Ray
These singles think they’re spending theirsummer partying on a yacht with Captain Blower, but really they’re embarking on a journey of self discovery under the guidance of a cone. That’s right, it’s Too Hot To Handle, the show that turns horndog singles into therapized relationship material. Joining us to break down the latest season is host of TV, I Say w/ Ashley Ray, Ashley Ray!
01:11:4203/08/2023
‘Bachelorette’ S20e6 Hometowns: Getting Real w/ Alex Laughlin
Grab your knitting needles and let’s head to decor-less AirBnBs to meet the family of Charity’s four final men! Are they being their real, true selves? To help us figure it out is producer of Normal Gossip, Alex Laughlin!
01:47:1301/08/2023
LIVE from City Winery: ‘Bachelorette’ S8e5 w/ Juliet Litman
Before there was Charity, there was Emily. Last month we put on three live shows where we got together with listeners to revisit one of our favorite Bachelorette seasons so far. We had such a great time that we wanted to share it here with you! Joining us at City Winery in NYC is one of the original Bachelor recappers, host of Bachelor Party, Juliet Litman!
01:59:0527/07/2023
‘Bachelorette’ S20e5: Charity Needs More Time w/ Vella Lovell
As we fly through this season, Charity and her men travel to yet another American city. Turns out that “The Bachelorette” is so desperate to save money that they won’t even spring for a quick jaunt to Canada or Mexico. Justice for Charity and her men! Joining us to discuss the most unintentionally patriotic season of “The Bachelorette” in franchise history is friend of the pod, Vella Lovell!
01:46:1725/07/2023
‘Bachelorette’ S20e4: Schooled By Scouts w/ Tess Barker
We’re in bigfoot country! The men venture out into the woods where some tiny but mighty girl scouts are there to test their love for Charity. Who will go to the kissing Tree and who will be going home? To help us break it all down is comedian, writer and co-host of the Lady To Lady and Toxic podcasts, Tess Barker!
01:53:5618/07/2023
Bachelor Nation Gossip and a Bite Of ‘The Big D’
After a year of anticipation, ‘The Big D’ is finally here! You’ve got your standard chaos of reality TV dating shows but this time the contestants are all divorced and dating alongside– or with– their exes. Plus, we have some Bachelor Nation gossip as some Bachelor stars make waves across some unexpected dating shows.
01:25:2413/07/2023
‘Bachelorette’ S20e3: Snitches Dig Ditches w/ Claudia Thompson
Throw on your pink suit and double denim, it’s time for Charity to find her Ken! This week we’re breaking down everything from Brayden’s troubling actions to one of the strangest one-on-one dates we’ve seen yet. Joining us is co-host of The Black Roses podcast and DEI consultant, Claudia Thompson!
02:01:4511/07/2023
‘Bachelorette’ S20e2: Brayden Is On Notice
It may be the middle of Summer, but it's spring break for Charity’s men! As we enter Week 2 of Charity’s season, we get a classic ‘Bachelorette’ rivalry. Is it enough to disrupt the BBQ? Plus, we see the unfortunate return of 2012 men’s fashion.
01:54:2905/07/2023
'Bachelor' Podcast Shakeups, BIP Rumors, and Wedding Season
We’re back to break down the latest news and gossip from Bachelor Nation, including the tumultuous Bachelor Happy Hour host change from Becca Kufrin and Michelle Young to Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt. We’ve also got new relationships, breakups, weddings, and a look towards the cast of Bachelor In Paradise!
50:1129/06/2023
‘Bachelorette’ S20e1 Premiere: Backflips and Fake Mustaches with Jill Chin
We’re kicking off Charity’s season of The Bachelorette with some undercover work from brother-of-the-year Nehemiah, complete with a wig and fake mustache! Plus, there’s backflips, tall men, peacocking, and a surprising first impression rose. Here to recap every minute of it is former Bachelor and Bachelor In Paradise contestant, Jill Chin!
01:42:0627/06/2023
‘Bachelorette’ S20 Preview - Cast Bios with Leigh Blickley Zullo
With a professional jumper, an underground welder, and a horde of fitness coaches, Charity’s Bachelorette season is already off to a wild start! To help us get to know these 25 men is an old friend of the pod, our one-time HuffPost colleague, writer Leigh Blickley Zullo!
01:46:2620/06/2023
‘The Ultimatum: Queer Love’ Failed Everyone with Arielle Duhaime-Ross
Last week, Netflix dropped the finale and reunion of ‘The Ultimatum: Queer Love’, and ever since we have just been… processing. There was a lot to digest, right down to the final breakup revealed in a post-reunion epilogue card. Here to discuss the shocking conclusion to The Ultimatum: Queer Love is Arielle Duhaime-Ross, host of the new Vice TV show Queer Sports as well as the podcast A Show About Animals.
01:51:0213/06/2023
Inside The World Of Influencers with Stephanie McNeal
We’re joined today by Stephanie McNeal, a senior editor at Glamour and the author of the new book “Swipe Up for More! Inside the Unfiltered Lives of Influencers.”
01:34:1308/06/2023
Everyone on ‘The Ultimatum: Queer Love’ Needs To Break Up with Daryn Carp
Just like the rest of the reality-TV-watching world, we have been completely obsessed with Netflix’s “The Ultimatum: Queer Love,” an extremely normal show about five couples switching partners for three weeks to decide if they want to get married. Say what you will about ultimatums around marriage: they make for great TV. Here to join us in breaking down the first 8 episodes of “The Ultimatum” is friend of the pod, Bravo personality, pop culture contributor, and host of “Shaken & Disturbed,” Daryn Carp!
02:14:1106/06/2023
Re-Release: ‘Dirty Dancing’ Taught Us About Sensuality and Social Justice with Alison Greenberg
Let’s head out to the Catskills and take it back to our first ever Rom-Com rewatch, the classic ‘Dirty Dancing!’ A perfect blend of sensuality and social justice, this film has truly stood the test of time. Joining us is screenwriter, rom-com aficionado and author of ‘Bad Luck Bridesmaid’ Alison Greenberg!
01:38:2730/05/2023
Re-Release: ‘Grease’ Isn’t The Teen Rom-Com We Thought It Was with Ali Barthwell
Continuing with our theme of Teen Rom–Com’s we’re re-releasing what just might be the most iconic Teen Rom-Com of all time, ‘Grease!’ But did you know it all started as a satire? Joining us to break it all down is Emmy Award-winning Last Week Tonight writer, Vulture Bachelor recapper and all-around legend Ali Barthwell!
01:49:0923/05/2023
‘Never Been Kissed’ Is Creepier In Your 30’s with Lane Moore
In this episode we’re rewatching ‘Never Been Kissed,’ a movie with a premise that is far more disturbing in 2023 than it felt when we were in middle school in 1999. Is there a good Rom-Com underneath all the creepiness or have we all just been charmed by Drew Barrymore? To help us figure it out is Lane Moore, comedian and author of ‘You Will Find Your People: How to Make Meaningful Friendships as an Adult.’
01:41:0016/05/2023
Channel Surfing: ‘Jewish Matchmaking’ S1
In this rendition of Channel Surfing, we’re diving into the new Netflix reality dating show, 'Jewish Matchmaking.’ From its charming host to its diverse group of daters, this show has a lot to explore and to help us through it all is Mattie Kahn, friend of the pod, journalist, and author of the forthcoming book “Young and Restless: The Girls Who Sparked America’s Revolutions.”
01:38:3811/05/2023
Rom-Com Rewatch: ‘Pretty In Pink’ with Sarah Edmondson
For the first time on Love To See It we’re covering a movie from the king of 80’s Rom-Coms, John Hughes. Pretty In Pink was written specifically for Molly Ringwald whose influence goes beyond the script helping to make a classic 80’s Rom-Com. To help us recap the movie is Sarah Edmondson, host of the A Little Bit Culty podcast.
01:48:3109/05/2023
‘Love Is Blind’ Is A Workplace Too with Nick Thompson and Jeremy Hartwell
We get a lot of joy– and some depression– from reality TV shows that come from the work of cast members and contestants. We hope the conditions on set match the glamorous scenes we often see on screen, but that’s rarely the case. In this bonus episode, we’re joined by Nick Thompson and Jeremy Hartwell from season 2 of Love Is Blind to discuss their experience on the show and why they founded UCAN, a non-profit organization that advocates for the casts of unscripted shows.
01:45:3304/05/2023
Rom-Com Rewatch: ‘Clueless’ with Lindsey Metselaar
Is this a Noxzema commercial? Nope, it’s Clueless! This week we’re diving into one of the most quotable teen rom-coms ever made filled to the brim with one-liners, iconic outfits, and self-discovery. To help us along the way is host of the We Met At Acme podcast, Lindsey Metselaar!
01:48:4402/05/2023
'Bachelor' Hard Launches + 'Love Is Blind' Legal Woes
From crossover couples to extremely depressing labor conditions for reality TV stars, we’re breaking down all the news and gossip with stand-up comedian and power recapper, Dave Neal! In this episode we cover… New relationships in the reality TV worldMichelle Young’s 2 Black Girls, 1 Rose appearanceChris Harrison’s beef with Mike FleissUnaired Love Is Blind engagementsAllegations of poor labor conditions during early Love Is Blind seasons
01:44:1127/04/2023
Rom-Com Rewatch: ‘Easy A’ with Amy Nicholson
Who knew there’d be so much English literature in teen Rom-Coms? This week we’re rewatching Easy A, the coming-of-age film plucked from the pages of Nathaniel Hawthorne. We’ll dive into purity culture, sexual capital, and early 2010’s fashion with film critic and co-host of Unspooled, Amy Nicholson.
01:38:0925/04/2023
Rom-Com Rewatch: ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ with Kate Kennedy
Order some Thai food, get your feminist prose, and throw on your angry girl music of the indie rock persuasion because this week we’re rewatching the breakout hit 10 Things I Hate About You! From the halls of Padua High to the troubling dynamics of its Shakespearian source material, we’ll break it all down with our guest Kate Kennedy, host of the Be There In Five podcast.
01:46:5718/04/2023
Channel Surfing: ‘Farmer Wants A Wife’ S1
In this special Channel Surfing bonus episode, we are diving into the agriculture-core dating show 'Farmer Wants a Wife,” a Fox reality program about love… farm-style. How does this show work and where does it fit in the reality TV dating landscape? Let’s take this country road and find out!
01:14:4313/04/2023
Rom-Com Rewatch: ‘Love & Basketball’ with Milly Tamarez and Amanda Duberman
Rom-Com Rewatches are back! We’re kicking things off with the classic Love & Basketball, the tale of two childhood friends who both love basketball and ultimately, each other. To help us break down this iconic film are Milly Tamarez and Amanda Duberman, co-hosts of the Betches Sup podcast.
01:36:1711/04/2023
'Bachelor' Finale News & Gossip
The season may be over, but the news and gossip never stop! To help us dissect it all is Ashley Tabron, also known as @AshTalksBach. In this episode we cover… Mike Fleiss’s departureZach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar’s media roundsAriel Frenkel and Gabi Elnicki’s various podcast interviewsPlus, a smattering of updates from Bachelor Nation
01:33:5104/04/2023
'Bachelor' S27e11 Finale
As we wrap up this season of ‘The Bachelor’, the show clearly hoped to hit the reset button so hard it sent us all the way back to 2013… and it sort of worked. We have our first proposal since Peter Weber, yet the human wreckage was just about as brutal as ever. Plus, we have some iconic finale night interviews as Gabi Elnicki and Ariel Frenkel not only criticize Zach, but ‘The Bachelor’ as a whole.
02:00:4228/03/2023
Clayton Echard on Rebuilding After Bachelor Infamy
This week we’re joined by former Bachelor Clayton Echard to talk about his new book '180 Degrees: On Mental Health, Mindfulness, and Unlocking Self-Belief'. We discuss everything from navigating fantasy suites to maintaining your mental health after the show. Plus, we get to hear more about Clayton’s post-Bachelor life and just where Clayton stands with his exes Susie Evans and Rachel Recchia.
01:35:4523/03/2023
'Bachelor' S27e10 Fantasy Suites with Jacqueline Trumbull
Thanks a lot, Sean Lowe! This week, Zachary Shacklecross heads to Thailand for fantasy suites, announces many times that he will not have sex during his overnight dates, promptly has sex during an overnight date, and then tells… everyone about it. To help us digest it all is Bachelor legend and cohost of the A Little Help for Our Friends podcast, Jacqueline Trumbull!
01:50:1421/03/2023
'Bachelor' S27e09 Women Tell All
Zach’s season is almost over, and, as is tradition, the most important and Paradise-hungry women from this season have gathered together to hash out all the drama. Plus, bloopers, behind the scenes moments, and the announcement of next season’s Bachelorette!
01:37:1415/03/2023
'Bachelor' S27e08 Hometowns
Zach has fallen in love across Europe and the Bahamas, and now the Bachelor is headed back stateside for the all-important hometowns. He’ll be sampling local delicacies, from maple syrup to cow tongue, and trying to convince four moderately protective families that it’s fine that he’s still dating three other women.
01:44:0614/03/2023
Hannah Brown on the Highs and Lows of Her ‘Bachelorette’ Legacy
The iconic Hannah Brown joins us this week to reflect on her time as a reality TV star. We cover everything from her mysterious nomination for ‘The Bachelor’ to her most recent appearance on ‘Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test’ and everything else in between, including the aftermath of one of the most memorable seasons of ‘The Bachelorette’ so far.
53:2909/03/2023
'Bachelor' S27e07 with Hannah Orenstein
Zach knows everyone’s favorite colors and that means it’s time to dive into deeper topics, like how many bathhouse dates can you fit into one episode. This week The Bachelor is in Budapest and here to break it all down with us is Hannah Orenstein, author and Deputy Lifestyle Editor at Bustle.
01:44:2907/03/2023
Channel Surfing: ‘Perfect Match’ S1e9-12
We’re back one more time to cover the final batch of episodes of the Netflix reality dating crossover, Perfect Match. We’ll find out who makes it to the end, who goes home alone, and which couple is dubbed the perfect match!
01:59:0102/03/2023
'Bachelor' S27e06
This week we’re making up for lost time after The Bachelor had a super-tiny, no-big-deal Covid outbreak. After some time apart, the women are ready for their dates with Zach complete with nudism, witchcraft, and traditional Baltic sports.
01:56:4428/02/2023
Channel Surfing: ‘Perfect Match’ S1e5-8
We’re back for another round of Perfect Match! This week we get our first queer pairing, the collapse of seemingly strong relationships, and opinions on whether it’s cute or cringe to share a toothbrush. Meanwhile, we’re just hoping for a man good enough for our fave, Ines…
01:50:4823/02/2023
'Bachelor' S27e05 with Kelsey McKinney
It’s time for every contestant to show off their British accent as we travel to London for a shopping spree date, Zachless pub crawl, and our first ever virtual rose ceremony. To help us spill the tea is Kelsey McKinney, co-founder of Defector Media and host of Normal Gossip!
01:59:5622/02/2023
Channel Surfing: ‘Perfect Match’ S1e1-4
This week we’re getting into Netflix’s all-star reality dating crossover show, Perfect Match! What happens when contestants from shows like Too Hot To Handle, Love Is Blind, and The Circle all try to date each other? We’re not sure, but we’re about to find out!
01:59:1316/02/2023
Zach Shallcross Knows You Think He’s Boring
We’re visited by THE Bachelor Zach Shallcross who stopped by to give us a candid look at the season so far. We’ll get into navigating fan responses, handling drama, his fantasy suite with Rachel Recchia, and whether or not he found love this season!
34:2215/02/2023
'Bachelor' S27e04 with Vella Lovell
This week we’re going international as we follow one self-identified Bahama papa lookin’ for his Bahama mama. Joining us is our good friend Vella Lovell from ABC’s upcoming sitcom, Animal Control! Content Warning: This episode covers a discussion about domestic violence. Warning is given in the episode prior to the discussion. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1.800.799.3224
01:48:4614/02/2023
'Bachelor' S27e03 with Stefanie Parker and Jackie Maroney
Nothing says romance like a concussion. It’s time for Bachelor Bowl V, a night at the museum, and a couple of early departures. Joining us for the first time is Jackie Maroney and Stephanie Parker, co-hosts of the She’s All Bach Podcast!
01:56:1207/02/2023
‘Bachelor’ S27e02 with Allison Williams
The Bachelor reminds us to separate the men from the boys. And Zach Shallcross… is a MAN. Or so we are told, repeatedly. Joining us to recap this week is longtime friend of the pod and star of the instantly iconic horror movie “M3GAN,” the great Allison Williams!
02:06:4431/01/2023
News & Gossip: Greer’s Apology, Nick Viall’s Proposal & Mom-Shaming
We are back for another Bachelor news and gossip episode! We have quite a lot to dig into: Bachelor contestant Greer Blitzer’s apology for defending blackfaceThe new Bachelor, Zach Shallcross, and his interview on the Almost Famous podcastMore reactions to former host Chris Harrison’s podcastBIP alum Tia Booth is shamed for accepting help with new babyBIP alum Natasha Parker decides to leave ClickbaitFormer Bachelor Nick Viall gets engaged to Natalie Joy
01:09:0727/01/2023
‘Bachelor’ S27e01 with Daryn Carp
The Bachelor is back with leading man Zach Shallcross, the human form of that Reductress headline, ‘Is He Cute, or Is He Just Tall and White?’ In other words, exactly what the Bachelor producers most love in a man. Joining us to discuss the premiere is Daryn Carp, Bravo personality and host of Shaken & Disturbed.
01:43:4524/01/2023
Channel Surfing: Binging The Singles Season Of ‘The Circle’
On this special bonus episode, we’re diving into the all-singles season of ‘The Circle,’ Netflix’s social competition show. We don’t usually cover ‘The Circle,’ but this season they introduced a new twist: All players would have to come in as singles. This little injection of romantic energy made it feel Love To See It appropriate. So let’s discuss!
01:27:4020/01/2023
‘Bachelor’ S27 Preview – Cast Bios
The journey to find Zach Shallcross a mate can’t begin until we get to know the women he’ll date this season. So, let’s dig into the cast bios and learn about each contestant!
02:13:3518/01/2023
Pre-Bachelor Gossip, Chris Harrison’s Dramatic New Podcast
A new year means new Bachelor gossip! This week, we’re diving into a wave of relationship updates, Chris Harrison’s new podcast, and a look forward to Zach’s upcoming season of The Bachelor. We’ll be chatting about:Relationship updates from Serene and Brandon, Teddi Wright, Katie Thurston, and moreLuke Parker’s recently announced engagementThe Most Dramatic Podcast Ever hosted by Chris Harrison and his exit as well as his conduct with Rachel LindsayFirst impressions on Zach’s promos for the new season of The Bachelor Join us next week as we meet the women of Zach’s season!
01:21:0611/01/2023
Holiday Lovin’: Rewatching ‘When Harry Met Sally’
To celebrate the new year, we’re rewatching the timeless classic When Harry Met Sally, starring Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal. We could literally watch this friends to lovers flick over and over again! It also just happens to have one of the most memorable New Year’s Eve scenes of all time.
01:49:3904/01/2023