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On The Wings of Love: The Bachelor Podcast

33 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratings

”On The Wings of Love” shares bachelor nation news, interviews, and current season commentary. You’ll get the raw truth and dating advice from a 30-something “Bachelor” fanatic who’s seen every single season of the bachelor/ette/pad/paradise ever!

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Episodes

Bachelor GOAT: Brad Womack with Sarah Ledtke McCann from Season 15

July 23, 2020 18:04 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

From her audition in Denver to her exit in LA, Sarah shares details of the interview process to night one trying to get Brad’s attention, to her conversations with quick witted Michelle Money and sweet Emily Maynard. She shares producers’ promptings in the mansion and the efficient way they ushered all the women out of LA after the rose ceremony. To get the scoop of what it’s like to be on the Bachelor IN DEPTH, listen to Sarah’s i...

Bachelor GOAT: Alex Michel & Trista Rehn's seasons recap w/ MY MOM!

July 13, 2020 16:10 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

We dive back into 2002 reality tv, fashion, social norms & diversity before sharing some comparisons from then to later seasons. Was Amanda ahead of the times sexually? Why was Trista America’s Sweetheart? We break down production’s decisions, viewership including the 20 million viewer episode & opinions of the lives of the former contestants now. My mom and I watched “The Bachelor” IRL in 2002/2003 which makes today’s episode a trip down memory lane! Host & Producer🎙: ...

Gabe Baker: Part 2

June 17, 2020 21:30 - 1 hour - 63.2 MB

Part 2 of my interview with Houston based singer-songwriter Gabe Baker from “The Bachelor Presents:LTYH”. We discuss the tragedy that struck his family, his Sunday Church Hangs with Christopher Watson, winner of LTYH, and his faith in Christ. Gabe shares WHO from Bachelor Nation he has a crush on, WHAT his goal was in getting on the show, and WHY he drank club soda at every rose ceremony. He also shares the depth of his relationship with Savannah and what Michael Todd is really like! To hear ...

Gabe Baker of The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart

June 09, 2020 17:57 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

Former contestant from “The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart”, Gabe is on the podcast! In this episode we talk about his life in Houston, dating and what he looks for in a partner, and his music journey before the show. A devout Christian, Gabe shares with me his heart for Jesus and how he gives back through music with good friend and winner of the season, Christopher Watson. Part 2 of this episode to include more of his bachelor journey. Host & Producer🎙: Marilee Greene ...

Listen to Your Heart Ep. 6

May 20, 2020 13:12 - 1 hour - 80.9 MB

The final 3 couples fly to Nashville to perform at the Country Music Hall of Fame and get assigned 2 songs per couple. Folk, country, r&b and pop songs are assigned and the couples begin practicing before fantasy suite dates, but not before Mudi breaks down and makes a tough decision that affects their fate on the show. SPOILER ALERT: we don’t hear Rudi sing Whitney Houston but adore Matt for his authenticity. FINALLY, a reality show with REAL people not fame hungry humans! Celebrity judges a...

Listen to Your Heart Ep. 5

May 14, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MB

The final 4 couples take off for Vegas via tour buses. Rudi & Matt get a fantasy suite disguised as a bad pit stop, Bri & Chris fall more in love at the chapel of love, and Jamie & Trevor go ice skating. Where are superstars Ryan & Natasha this episode?! THIS IS THE EPISODE TO WATCH-now we see why this show is referred to as A Star is Born meets Bachelor! Guest judges Arie & Lauren Luyendyk, Pat Monahan and Ashlee Simpson Ross & Evan Ross.

Listen to Your Heart Ep. 4

May 07, 2020 14:08 - 1 hour - 86.8 MB

The episode starts off with dates for Chris & Rudi, Ryan & Jamie & Brandon & Julia. Then we unpack the breakups and musical performances by all the couples and the ongoing drama. Are we team Julia or Natasha? Who’s the real villain of the season? All this and MORE including takeaways directly from Julia’s most recent interview on Bachelor Happy Hour.

Listen to Your Heart Ep. 3

April 30, 2020 15:59 - 2 hours - 125 MB

The format of the show changes in a flash and we discuss theories behind Brandon’s love triangle and Gabe & Savannah’s unknown relationship. We also share Gabe Baker’s story, showmances, & who’s the best actor on the show. Then we pick apart the performances with celebrities judges Jason Mraz & Kesha & Bachelor alum Jo Jo & Jordan Rodgers. Who’s acting their love story and who’s genuine? Finally, which storyline are producers teeing up to be the love story and who will win the grand prize?

Listen to Your Heart Ep. 2

April 23, 2020 18:46 - 1 hour - 63 MB

The confrontation between Natascha & Trevor, unpacking the phrase, “Once a cheater, always a cheater”, the Chris & Bri love story & the remaining questionable romances between musicians who love to make out. Is it just us or do you also see the free love flowing in the house?

Listen to Your Heart Ep. 1

April 23, 2020 13:05 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

We compare the formula and editing of this new show to all other bachelor shows, discuss key cast members to watch and share the hilarious moments from the first episode. Also, where did they come up with this title? Will this cast be in “Paradise”? All that, and more!

Episode 12: Peter’s Finale Part 2

March 13, 2020 16:20 - 1 hour - 64.8 MB

Part 2 of the finale recaps the body language, exact words, and sequence of events from the final day in Australia through the ATFR. We theorize why we didn’t believe Peter’s proposal to HA, why Chris Harrison went to Auburn over Peter, why Madison didn’t apologize to Barb, and the chances of Madison and Peter lasting two months. *NOTE: At the time of this recording they were still together. As of 3/13, they are no longer together, two days after the finale aired.* We end with our hopes for...

Episode 11: Peter’s Finale Part 1

March 12, 2020 11:40 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MB

We start the episode recalling our predictions before taking a look through bachelor nation history when the lead broke up with their F1 before or during the ATFR in past seasons. Then we recap the women meeting Peter’s parents (24:25) how production played a huge role in how this season panned out, and why Peter’s family’s is so bought into Peter’s love story (36:45). Finally we talk about Barb’s controlling behavior and Madison & Hannah Ann’s final dates in Australia.

Episode 10: Bachelor Nation tells all

March 04, 2020 13:06 - 1 hour - 82.9 MB

I sit down with 3 bachelor fans of various ages and relationship status’ and discuss everything from their thoughts on Peter as the bachelor, the probability of success in a relationship where sex is withheld, instalove and first loves, and whether Victoria F is the villain of the season. We briefly recap the Women Tell All episode and our thoughts on the upcoming series “Listen to Your Heart” and new Bachelorette, Clare Crawley! Bachelor Nation updates at the end.

Episode 9: Going down under with Bachelor Peter!

February 27, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 93.9 MB

Hannah Ann’s sexy beach date, Victoria’s jungle adventure, and Madison’s truth bomb and hopeful/hesitant behavior. We discuss how to approach the men you’re dating with your boundaries and various notes from recent podcast interviews from Chris Harrison. What clues are producers telling us with editing, music, and extra clips? SPOILER alert 1:22-1:24, predictions 1:24 & Bach Nation Updates 1:30!

Episode 8: Hometowns, rumors and scandalous predictions

February 21, 2020 13:07 - 1 hour - 92.6 MB

Peter visors Knoxville, Des Moines, Auburn & Virginia Beach. We discuss Peters compatibility in the REAL world with his remaining 4, the rumors concerning Victoria F, accountability and forgiveness in relationships and producers involvement in this episode. Finally, we theorize the outcome for Madison, Victoria & Hannah Ann as well as who will be the next bachelorette based on the girls edits, comparing to past bachelor seasons (1:15).

Episodes 6&7: Romance heats up with a telenovela, horse riding, wine tasting & more in Chile & Peru!

February 20, 2020 14:31 - 44 minutes - 41.4 MB

Peter and the girls have romantic dates in Santiago & Lima including the BEST date of the season, the telenovela! We dish dating advice in light of the remaining women’s “presenting” style of their values and how this affects Peter’s emotional connection with them. Natasha, Madison, Hannah Ann & Victoria get 1on1 dates and we say goodbye to our favorite girl, Kelley. Bachelor Nation updates on Raven & Adam’s wedding, Alexis Waters, Tia Booth, Sarah Herron and Carly & E...

Episode 5: Distractions, divas and dirty little secrets

February 05, 2020 18:43 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Alayah is finally gone but there are still so many DISTRACTIONS! We discuss all the divas left and the dirty secrets uncovered on social media. The truth hurts! Bachelor Nation News: 1:12

Episode 4: Pete flies a different direction this week + news on BIP’s favorites❤️

January 31, 2020 14:02 - 1 hour - 91.2 MB

The women leave the mansion for Cleveland for scary rides, a soap box derby race, run ins with their exes, and a visit from the ghost of Alayah! We break it ALL down. Updates on Kendall & Joe, Jenna Cooper, Jordan Kimball, Jade Roper Tolbert’s DraftKings controversy and MORE!

Episode 3 Pilot Pete recap, bachelor news and hot gossip!

January 27, 2020 22:08 - 1 hour - 82.6 MB

Chelsea joins Marilee to dig into the Kelsey v. Hannah “finasco” and the Sydney v. Alayah fiasco! Then we take a somber dive into the life and death of Tyler Gwozdz and conclude with engagements, weddings, babies and some HOT gossip on a potential Bachelor Nation breakup and a new coupling (1:06)🌹 Host🎤: Marilee Greene Producer🎬: Chelsea Diggs-Smith Music🎼: Purple Planet

Episode 1&2 Recap of Pilot Pete’s season: Early predictions of his women including Hannah Brown🌹

January 27, 2020 19:04 - 1 hour - 98.4 MB

January 17th recorded: We compare various theories on Hannah Brown & how in control she actually was of her appearances, women of past bachelor nation and our final 3 predictions! Yes, we realize it’s Episode 1; don’t hate us for calling the season early! Host🎤: Marilee Greene Producer🎬: Chelsea Diggs-Smith Music🎼: Purple Planet

Speculations on Peter’s 30 women, Jason Mesnick season review & Bachelor Nation updates!

January 27, 2020 18:08 - 1 hour - 109 MB

This episode we review Chris Harrison’s introduction of Peter’s 30 women and speculate our top picks for the season ahead! Next we review Jason Mesnick’s season, available on Netflix. Finally, (minute 130) I give you updates on Melissa Rycroft, Tayshia & JPJ, Katie & Chris and former bachelorettes Meredith Phillips & Jen Schefft.

Holly Julian, winner of Bachelor Pad S1 & Bachelor S 12 contestant, in depth interview

October 09, 2019 21:11 - 2 hours - 117 MB

From how the producers set up her to meet Blake to why she and Michael Stagliano broke up, to life after The Bachelor with her husband Blake Julian, fellow Bachelor alum, Holly describes her workouts, health, career and their long road to adoption from infertility after 7 years. The tea is spilled throughout!

Four weddings and a baby: a summer of love and Bachelor in Paradise Season 6 season in review!

September 19, 2019 18:12 - 1 hour - 89.3 MB

I discuss 3 weddings & the baby of this summer in bachelor nation, PLUS my wedding💒 Finally, I give an update on how all the BIP couples are doing NOW after the BIP finale and live air and podcast interviews. Will JPJ move to LA? What couple has a joint cell phone bill? What does body language tell us about the remaining engaged couples, and who is fighting on Instagram over their breakup? Share your opinions with me at Instagram @marilee17 and as always, rate and subscribe on Apple podcasts✈️

Bachelorette episode 1506-09: Hometowns & Fantasy Suites & unpopular opinions of the villains

July 22, 2019 22:25 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

In this episode, we give SO many opinions. Why did Hannah sleep with Peter? Is Tyler THE one? Is Luke the villain? Is Jed? What are the details in the Haley Stevens story? And finally, we bring in a fan, Meghan, to recap her thoughts on Luke—which are totally contrary to popular belief!

Bachelorette Episode 1505: Co-hosts Adam & Chelsea Hall explore “Luke Theory” among other things

June 17, 2019 22:01 - 1 hour - 98.7 MB

We finally lay to rest the Luke P vs. Luke S drama, theorize over Luke P’s lack of humility, and get excited for future could be Bachelors! “Where Are They Now” segment on hottie Kiptyn Locke from Bachelor & Bachelor Pad.

Bachelorette 1504: Luke vs Luke DEEP analysis, 1on1s with Jed & Tyler & Instagram “likes” & trolls

June 13, 2019 15:50 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

A VERY in depth analysis of the play by play of the video clip and drama between the two Luke’s, recaps of other contestants including the dates with Jed & Tyler and finally finish with the “Where are they now?” segment on Rachel Lindsey and other bachelor news!

Bachelorette Episode 1503

May 31, 2019 18:22 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

Marilee brings along friend and avid bachelor fan Chelsea Hall to discuss the character of Hannah’s top contenders as they make predictions for the season ahead.

Bachelorette Episode 1502: Drag Queens, Roller Skates and Fred Willard: Let the fun begin!

May 30, 2019 19:06 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

Hannahs first two group dates begin and the drama unfolds! Who is ready for marriage, who is there for Hannah and who will be the villain of this season? Listen to find out! “Where are they now” segment and bachelor news at the end!

Bachelorette Hannah Premiere! Episode 1501

May 30, 2019 16:49 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MB

Preview into Hannah’s 30 men, top 9 predictions and a “Where are they now?” segment on “Grocery Store Joe”, Joe Amabile.

Bachelorette Reunion 5-6-19

May 20, 2019 19:30 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MB

Bachelorette Reunion covering the lives of the 14 former bachelorettes, their villains, a where are they now segment on Tierra Licausi and....confessionals!

Sexy and not so sexy bachelor news and a deep dive into WHO of Colton’s top 7 is ready for marriage!

February 25, 2019 03:32 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

Which former Bachelor minored in sex Ed? Who got so sick on Valentine’s Day that she ruined the night, and bed? And will Jade & Tanner attend Ashley & Jared’s wedding? Then we recap this weeks bachelor episode as Colton tries to decide what final women to take to hometowns! Which of his final women is ready for marriage? Is Colton talking like he’s ready for marriage? All that, and more!

Episode 2 Recap with a Bachelor Virgin and Miami Comedian, Brendan Jay.

January 22, 2019 19:04 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MB

Marilee cohosts this week with comedian Brendan Jay, a Bachelor virgin! Together they discuss Colton’s professional career, Demi the “woman supporter” and local Miami girl, Nicole. Finally they discuss men’s resistance to commitment, understanding men’s actions and navigating a long distance relationship.

Colton Pre-Season Musings

January 14, 2019 15:26 - 44 minutes - 21.2 MB

In this inaugural episode Marilee shares current bachelor nation news followed by a thorough history of Colton before he became the bachelor. Do we love him or hate him? What are you opinions on his virginity? For a detailed bachelor recap, listen below!

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