Off The Vine with Kaitlyn Bristowe

#861. You asked, she answered — the reunion deep-dive you’ve been waiting for! This week, Kaitlyn’s flying solo and diving into your questions about her 10-Year Bachelorette Reunion. She’s sharing what episode was the hardest to rewatch, who she was most nervous to interview, the regret that still lingers, and what really went down with Nick and Shawn skipping the reunion. She also reveals who sur...

#860. Connor Wood — aka Fibula — is here, and this convo is full of the chaotic tangents we live for. Etsy witches? Obviously. Lorazepam life? Always. Off the dating apps? Yep… We get into the Summer House rumors, how “Fibula” even became a thing, and how getting fired (twice) somehow led to TikTok fame and a full-blown comedy career! It’s hilarious, unhinged (in the best way), and somehow still h...

#859. Kaitlyn is joined by one of the most iconic men in Bachelor history— Ben Higgins —to unpack the chaos, chemistry, and unseen moments from their unforgettable season. From how a coworker convinced him to apply for the show, to the Fantasy Suite date that ended with Ben accidentally destroying a $50,000 antique desk, this episode is full of stories you’ve never heard—until now!! They revisit a...

#858. Fan favorite Jared Haibon joins Kaitlyn for this week’s Bachelorette rewatch, and they cover it all. He gets called out for voting for Britt (yep, still regrets it), relives the group date that left him with a black eye, and breaks down their most iconic moments — including a live Cranberries performance in a castle. They dive into sleep deprivation, fashion fails, and a whole lot of movie q...

#857. He Drove Up in a Cupcake and Drove Off with Our Hearts! Kaitlyn is joined by the one and only Chris “Cupcake” Strandburg for a trip down memory lane through her entire season of The Bachelorette . From being the first kiss on night one to reminiscing on group dates in Ireland, Chris shares the wildest behind-the-scenes stories — including how he landed the iconic cupcake-mobile (yes, it invo...

#856. Joe Bailey is back with that Southern charm, unforgettable accent, and a whole lot to say! He shares how he got cast on The Bachelorette after a two-hour audition (and met Cupcake in the hallway), relives the infamous sumo wrestling date where his balls made a surprise appearance, and laughs with Kaitlyn about being the group date groupie who was constantly pushed out of his comfort zone! Bu...

#855. Another week, another blast from Kaitlyn Bristowe’s Bachelorette past — and today, it’s Joshua Albers ! In this episode of her 10-year reunion series, Kaitlyn sits down with Josh to revisit everything from his iconic steel rose entrance to that unforgettable Mohawk moment (she swears she tried her best). Josh opens up about the casting process, the “cool chick or amazing woman” line that sti...

#854. It’s been 10 years since JJ Lane showed up on The Bachelorette — fresh off a divorce, living with his parents, and unknowingly stepping into a “villain edit.” But now he’s back, with three daughters, a redemption arc, and plenty to say. Kaitlyn and JJ talk about how he ended up on the show in the first place, why he’s never watched the season back, and how Amy Schumer roasted him so hard she...

#853. Ben Zorn is back as Kaitlyn continues her 10-year Bachelorette reunion series—yes, the guy from the escape room one-on-one! He shares what it was really like getting cast at the last minute, the story behind giving Jared a black eye, and how he ended up with the “dog guy” edit on Paradise . Ben reflects on what he wishes viewers saw, whether he’s finally cried since his tear-free confession,...

#852. It’s backkk! Kaitlyn’s kicking off her Bachelorette 10-year reunion series with none other than Tanner Tolbert ! They take a trip down memory lane—from how his little sister secretly nominated him, to what really went down inside the mansion. Tanner opens up about his bromance with JJ, getting tight with producers, and why the rap battle date had him sweating even more than the boxing ring....

#851. Your girl is FORTY.  And no, Kaitlyn can’t believe how easily that rolls off the tongue… but here we are! In this solo birthday special, she’s pouring herself a strong one and sharing 40 life lessons from 40 years of dating, dancing, crying, healing, loving, learning, and—obviously—oversharing. From turning jealousy into inspiration to Ramen’s maxi pad incident (yes, really), this episo...

#850. We’re here with the two lovebirds, Chris and Lauren Lane — and there’s a lot going on. Baby #3 is on the way (yes, it was a surprise), and Chris says it all makes sense now… especially after Lauren couldn’t keep her hands off him!! They open up about how this pregnancy is different, how they’re navigating life with two toddlers and one on the way, and how they keep their marriage strong thro...

#849. She’s planning a wedding, hosting on Bachelor in Paradise , and just dropped a brand new novel — Hannah Brown is booked and busy , and she's catching up with Kaitlyn on all of it. From sticker shock while wedding planning, to her wild return to Paradise as the new Champagne Lounge host (yes, Golden Bachelor contestants included), Hannah shares what it was really like filming in Costa Rica an...

#848. Tom Schwartz is in the studio with Kaitlyn—opening up about life before Bravo, the messy truth behind Schwartz & Sandy’s, and where things actually stand with Sandoval. He talks dating post-divorce (would he go for another Katie?), the tattoo he’ll never remove, and why he still dreams of opening one more bar. They also dive into his secret acting dreams, current celeb crushes, and Kaitl...

#847. Think menopause happens in your 50s? Think again. Nutritionist and fitness expert Jessica Barac joins Kaitlyn to break down the real symptoms of perimenopause—and why so many women don’t see it coming in their mid to late 30s. From unexplained anxiety and weight gain to ragey mood swings and losing your sense of self, Jessica shares what’s actually happening in your body, what to eat, how to...

#846. Ginny & Georgia star Brianne Howey joins Kaitlyn for a heartwarming and hilarious convo diving into her reality TV dream show, the audition that changed her life, and the chaotic early acting gigs that shaped her! Brianne opens up about being raised by a single mom, the emotional highs and lows of the industry, and the improv teacher who gave her the confidence to chase it all. Plus, a b...

#845. Dr. Terry Dubrow is in the house and no topic is off-limits. From Kaitlyn’s own implant journey to horror stories from “pumping parties,” Dr. Dubrow breaks down everything you didn’t know you needed to know about plastic surgery—and the red flags you really should look for in a surgeon. They talk about Kylie Jenner regrets, filler freakouts, under vs. over the muscle, and why “if it ain’t br...

#844. After hitting it off last weekend at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit event, Kaitlyn and Katie Austin are back together—this time in LA—for a real, raw, and refreshing conversation! Katie opens up about her inspiring path from college athlete to SI Rookie of the Year (with her best friend, no less!), and how years of rejections led to the “yes” that changed everything. They talk about the pow...

#843. Holly Madison is here, speaking more of her truth — and did you know she has never signed an NDA!? No NDA = No Filter! In this unfiltered conversation, Kaitlyn sits down with the former Girls Next Door star to talk about everything from growing up a gifted bookworm in Alaska to racking up credit card debt chasing boobs, Hooters, and Hollywood dreams. Holly opens up about her undiagnosed auti...

#842. Supermodel, skincare founder, podcast host, and mom of three— Molly Sims does it all, and she’s on Off the Vine to share the real story behind it all. Molly takes us back to her college days and the unexpected start of her modeling career, from Vogue covers to Victoria’s Secret runways. She opens up about building YSE Beauty, the not-so-glamorous moments behind her success, and how she met h...

#841. Sahil Bloom went from private equity powerhouse to one of the internet’s most thoughtful voices—and he’s here with Kaitlyn to break down the five types of wealth . He shares the moment he realized he only had 15 visits left with his parents, and why “later” is a dangerous lie. Plus: the perspective shift every parent needs, what to do if you feel completely stuck, and why your tolerance for...

#839. Bachelor Nation fave Tanner Tolbert kicks off Kaitlyn’s mini-series where she reconnects with the men from her season of The Bachelorette . They take a trip down memory lane—from how his little sister secretly nominated him, to what really went down inside the mansion. Tanner opens up about his bromance with JJ, getting tight with producers, and why the rap battle date had him sweating even...

#837. Erin Oprea is back and breaking down all things wellness—from peptides and nicotine patches to why lifting weights is a must. She shares how there’s practically a peptide for everything these days and how she’s using them in her own routine. We also dig into the unexpected benefits of nicotine patches (yes, really!) for focus and mood support. Erin explains why strength training is essential...

#836. REPEAT OUR GREATEST HIT EPISODES: Back and better than ever… Gabby Windey is in the studio to have some much-needed girl talk with Kaitlyn. It's only been 6 months since they were last on the mic together but they have a lot to catch up on! They cover all the major topics from relationships to religion to rugs. Yep, even rugs. When you combine the weird brains of these two former Bachelorett...

#835. You’ve seen the TikToks. You’ve heard the rumors. Now, it’s time to hear from one of the stars herself. Jessi Ngatikaura from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives joins the pod — and she’s not holding back. From building her hair empire to filming a labiaplasty on camera (yes, really), Jessi gets real about plastic surgery, the pressure of TV edits, momTok friendships, and what it’s actually lik...