Reality Steve Podcast

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the late breaking news last night of Ashley and JP’s break up. Then Kat joins me (9:04) and we talk about everything from the “Bachelorette” season, to Big Brother, to playing a game of “Answer or Drink” (or whatever we call it), where we talk about sources, Bachelor tea, Reddit, and so much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug...

(SPOILERS) I start by talking briefly about the season upcoming and getting back to my regular schedule. Then @BachelorClues on IG and Lizzy Pace from the “Game of Roses” podcast join me (8:33) to discuss a lot happening in Bachelor Nation. Clare/Tayshia’s season, Clare’s men, Matt’s season, Matt’s women released this week and who they find most interesting, the Hannah/Tyler video, having 6 straig...

(SPOILERS) I start by briefly going over yesterday's column talking about the spoilers for the "Bachelorette" season, along with a couple notes about Matt James' "Bachelor" season which begins filming next week. Then Justine and Natasha join me (6:01) to talk about how they got started with their podcast, who is into the show more, their thoughts on having Tayshia and Matt as leads of the next two...

(SPOILERS) I start by giving brief thoughts on what’s going on with “Bachelorette” and it’s spoilers. Then Tre joins me (5:07) to talk about his stint on “Love Island” including what his intentions were, who he was most attracted to, who he thinks is the biggest actor on the show (probably not who you think), how he sees the rest of the season playing and much more. Also, we address controversial...

(SPOILERS) I start by giving a brief update and thoughts on the Colton/Cassie situation (go to my column in today’s post for a more detailed breakdown). Then Jason & Molly join me (9:53) to talk about their season, what was going on behind the scenes, how their season put me on the map, dealing with the aftermath of Jason’s decision, the current state of the franchise and how social media play...

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking briefly about some Bachelor Nation stories, then Kaci joins me (7:17) to talk about what she’s heard regarding season 3 filming of “Temptation Island,” her friendship that developed with Morgan stemming from her breakup with Evan, the YouTube videos that both of them released about their time with Evan, then Kaci discusses her reasoning for recently starting an OnlyFa...

(SPOILERS) I begin by going over a few things regarding “Bachelorette” filming, then Sarah joins me to talk about the weirdness of this “Bachelorette” season, COVID affecting the stand up comedy circuit, has she gotten new material from COVID, jokes that kill or bomb on stage, and then we end by talking briefly about “Love Island” and “Big Brother.” Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/...

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about filming on Tayshia's season, who received her first impression rose, and what the "Bachelorette" schedule should look like. Then I answer your emails covering topics like trolls, Bachelor Nation couples, my relationship with Kat, Uncrustables, Olive Garden, Star Wars movies, chores, favorite meals, and all sorts of other things - most of which are non-Bachelor r...

(SPOILERS) I begin by briefly going over some things happening with “Bachelorette” filming. Then Kristen joins me (7:30) to give her take on all the “Bachelorette” news from the past month – Clare/Tayshia, how does she think they’re handling the pandemic, JoJo/Chris Harrison, how will the season hold up ratings wise, etc. We also then talk about DWTS and Big Brother filming during a pandemic, befo...

(SPOILERS) I briefly start out by talking about this past Tuesday’s column which has mini spoilers. Then Colton joins me and we go through his journey with the franchise in chronological order. We start with his time on Becca’s season, then “Bachelor in Paradise” season 5, his season of the “Bachelor, and everything that’s happened with him post-show. Tons of good stories, some tea, and Colton add...

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking about the latest from "Bachelorette" filming, including hate that Clare is getting along with all the rumors and speculation. Then Kate Stayman-London joins me (18:31) to talk about her book "One To Watch," which is about a reality TV dating show, "Main Squeeze," where they have a plus sized female lead, and all the emotions from not only her during filming, but also...

(SPOILERS) I start off by going over my tweets from yesterday regarding some goings on in Clare's season. Then Shannon joins me (6:53) to talk about her time on the original season of this franchise, how different it was back then, re-living it during the GOAT episode, what people didn't see from her season, if she had to deal with trolls early on, her life post show including losing her house in...

(SPOILERS) I begin by talking briefly (one sentence actually) about Nick's reaction to our podcast last week, then begin to discussing the early eliminations on Clare's season. Then Michelle joins me (7:28) to talk about her anxiety leading up to this past Monday's GOAT episode, her "villain" edit during Brad's season, brief discussions about her time on Bach Pad 2 and BIP 1, are wedding bells on...

I begin by giving my thoughts on going on Nick's podcast this past Tuesday, followed by the reaction on Clare's guys that were released yesterday (11:33). Then Jazzy joins me to talk about her 5 seasons working as a casting producer on the Bachelor franchise, the hardships she endured, the lack of diversity not only on the show but behind the scenes, what made her speak out a month ago on Instagra...

I begin by talking about the latest in Clare's season that I'd tweeted about yesterday, give details on location, update on some guys, and what I'd like not to be asked early on. Then Brett joins me (10:23) to talk about the "Greatest Seasons Ever" of the "Bachelor/ette" on Monday nights, and also about his involvement with the @BachDiversity IG account, which has garnered close to 140,000 signatu...

Andy joins me to talk about Reality Blurred’s 20 year anniversary approaching next week, the diversity problem on the “Bachelor,” does he think it can change, what did the show say when he contacted them, how reality TV exists in a COVID world, and much, much more. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: MagicSpoon – MagicSpoon.com/STEVE using promo code: S...

Marquel joins me to recap his time on Andi’s season, how his love for cookies started, he remembers Eric Hill, dealing with racism on his season, being part of the first “Bachelor in Paradise” cast, not getting selected as the “Bachelor,” his reasoning why, and we end with a little UFC talk. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Learn more about your ad choice...

I begin by talking about the latest info released this week regarding Clare and Matt’s seasons of filming. Then, ESPN’s Clinton Yates joins me (6:23) to talk about his interest in the “Bachelor” and the naming of Matt James as the “Bachelor.” Also, we discuss the latest issues surrounding the NBA, MLB, and the NFL in regards what’s happening with the starting times for each league. Music written b...

I begin by talking about how you can purchase KN95 masks, the ratings for “Bachelor: Greatest of All-Time,” Rachel and Becca’s podcast this week, and the Bachdiversity Instagram account that started up this week. Then, Lacey joins me (14:16) to talk about her very brief stay on the “Bachelor,” her relationship with Daniel on BIP 4 & how she felt betrayed, her being very naïve to the whole proc...

I start out by discussing CampaignZero, and bring attention to their offshoot site that went live yesterday, 8CantWait.org. Then Taylor joins me to talk about Hannah Brown’s apology, the recent protests, rioting, and looting, the work she’s done on her Instagram over the last week, race relations, and more (12:07). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) JoinCam...

Tommy joins me to talk about season 21 last summer, how he got cast, his love for the show, keeping his close relationship with Christie a secret all season, the Gr8ful alliance, Cliff and Nicole deciding to vote him out at 5, and much more. Around the 56:00 mark, Kat Dunn joins in to ask Tommy why he was the mastermind behind her eviction. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Mu...

I start by talking a little about the Hannah Brown situation and my current thoughts on how things are being handled. Then Stephen joins me to break down season 40 of Survivor: Winners at War. From Tony’s dominance, is there a gender bias on this show, is there too much game play going on, how the fire tokens played out, do we need to do away with Extinction, and much, much more (9:54). Music writ...

I open by talking about Josh Gad’s YouTube video posted this past Monday (which I embedded in today’s column on my site) that reunited the “Back to the Future” cast. If you’re a fan of this movie, you’ll love this reunion. Then Brad joins me to talk about the origin of his “Back From the Future” book, my love for the franchise, hypotheticals in the franchise, why Brad thinks this is the greatest m...

I start out by talking about the latest on Peter and Kelley, “Listen To Your Heart” thoughts, and Clare’s season (5:50). Then Nikki joins me to talk about how she got started in her career, living with her parents during quarantine, being on Kaitlyn’s season for a group date, the Comedy Central Roasts, and much, much more (17:25). Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Mu...

Emily joins me to talk about her time on Ben Flajnik’s season, how it feels like forever ago, her memories from the season, where it went wrong with Courtney and what she should’ve done differently.  Then Emily and I spend the next hour talking about COVID-19, from it’s early threat, myths vs facts, diagnostic testing vs antibody testing, social distancing, effects on sports, what will the new nor...