<![CDATA[Couple of Fantakes]]>Imagine your group chat after a reality-TV binge… but hosted by two people who are actually good at explaining why everything was unhinged.

This new podcast brings Bachelor Fantake—the YouTuber famous for his hilarious, frame-by-frame recaps and predicitons of romance reality TV—together with his real-life wife, Pey. They’re not insiders, producers, or former contestants. They’re just millennial parents on the couch, snacks in hand, watching the same chaos you are and asking, “Wait… is this normal??”

Each episode features bite-sized, spoiler-friendly reviews of shows like The Bachelor, Love Is Blind, and other dating-show staples. From there, things spiral (in the best way): silly games, playful debates, and thoughtful deep dives into the bigger questions these shows accidentally raise—modern dating expectations, red flags vs. green flags, gender roles, communication, commitment, and how any of this is supposed to work in real life.

The vibe is funny, grounded, and refreshingly unpretentious—just honest reactions, self-aware humor, and the perspective of a married couple who’s been through the dating world and lived to tell the tale.

It’s part recap, part comedy, part “why are we like this?” group therapy for anyone trying to make sense of love on TV—and off. 💍📺✨

]]>https://www.youtube.com/@BachelorFantakeRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:01:49 GMTTue, 10 Feb 2026 16:28:58 GMT60Bachelor Fantake<p>Imagine your group chat after a reality-TV binge… but hosted by two people who are actually good at explaining <i>why</i> everything was unhinged.</p><p>This new podcast brings <b>Bachelor Fantake</b>—the YouTuber famous for his hilarious, frame-by-frame recaps and predicitons of romance reality TV—together with his real-life wife, <b>Pey</b>. They’re not insiders, producers, or former contestants. They’re just millennial parents on the couch, snacks in hand, watching the same chaos you are and asking, <i>“Wait… is this normal??”</i></p><p>Each episode features <b>bite-sized, spoiler-friendly reviews</b> of shows like <i>The Bachelor</i>, <i>Love Is Blind</i>, and other dating-show staples. From there, things spiral (in the best way): silly games, playful debates, and thoughtful deep dives into the bigger questions these shows accidentally raise—modern dating expectations, red flags vs. green flags, gender roles, communication, commitment, and how any of this is supposed to work in real life.</p><p>The vibe is funny, grounded, and refreshingly unpretentious—just honest reactions, self-aware humor, and the perspective of a married couple who’s been through the dating world and lived to tell the tale.</p><p>It’s part recap, part comedy, part “why are we like this?” group therapy for anyone trying to make sense of love on TV—and off. 💍📺✨</p>episodicBachelor Fantakebachelorfantake@gmail.comno<![CDATA[The Bachelorette Is UNCANCELLED?? ]]>Well it looks like the cancelled season of The Bachelorette might be uncancelled. So what's the tea, what can we expect and how do we think this season will (or should) play out? Take a seat on the couch with us as we discuss the latest update in Taylor Frankie Paul Bachelorette news.

Original Music by Bruno Merz

Produced and hosted by Chris and Pey

]]>0a3fe450-cf65-4fa0-b783-6303f2f559fbWed, 06 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT<p>Well it looks like the cancelled season of The Bachelorette might be uncancelled. So what's the tea, what can we expect and how do we think this season will (or should) play out? Take a seat on the couch with us as we discuss the latest update in Taylor Frankie Paul Bachelorette news.<br /><br />Original Music by Bruno Merz<br /><br />Produced and hosted by Chris and Pey</p>yes00:36:58The Bachelorette Is UNCANCELLED?? full<![CDATA[Farmer Drama Almond Mama]]>We're back with Season 4 Episode 2 of Farmer Wants a Wife

Are Almond Mamas aspirational now? Have we lost all the faith-based zipliners out there? So many important questions are discussed in our recap of Farmer Wants a Wife episode 2 along with some solid unwavering predictions for the season.

Original Music by Bruno Merz

Produced and hosted by Chris and Pey

]]>5c254d6e-293e-4fae-876b-4d0a4aaa8595Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>We're back with Season 4 Episode 2 of Farmer Wants a Wife</p><p>Are Almond Mamas aspirational now? Have we lost all the faith-based zipliners out there? So many important questions are discussed in our recap of Farmer Wants a Wife episode 2 along with some solid unwavering predictions for the season.</p><p></p><p>Original Music by Bruno Merz</p><p>Produced and hosted by Chris and Pey</p>yes00:37:52Farmer Drama Almond Mamafull<![CDATA[Farmer Wants A Wife Returns For Season 4!]]>Couples of Fantakes returns for a brand new series covering Farmer Wants A Wife season 4! Asking the important questions about these wife wanting farmers like: are they real cowboys, how good are their moustaches and who do we think is an early frontrunner for each guy? So come grab a seat on the couch with us as we do-si-do into the Farmer Wants A Wife season 4 premiere!

Original Music by Bruno Merz

Produced by Chris and Pey

]]>b1f50048-862b-4f30-8d9b-ff55f147634cFri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Couples of Fantakes returns for a brand new series covering Farmer Wants A Wife season 4! Asking the important questions about these wife wanting farmers like: are they real cowboys, how good are their moustaches and who do we think is an early frontrunner for each guy? So come grab a seat on the couch with us as we do-si-do into the Farmer Wants A Wife season 4 premiere!</p><p></p><p>Original Music by Bruno Merz</p><p></p><p>Produced by Chris and Pey</p>yes00:48:37Farmer Wants A Wife Returns For Season 4!full<![CDATA[Can We SAVE The Bachelorette Franchise? Do We Even Want To?]]>Couple of Fantakes podcast is back tackling the subject on everyone's reality tv mind: can we save The Bachelorette franchise? How? Do we even want to? Plus we also pitch new ideas for reality shows so take notes ABC and come grab a seat on the couch for podcast 9!

Original music by Bruno Merz.

Produced by… Chris and Pey

]]>9dbb59f7-1e11-4541-bd34-ef9e3b9ed672Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>Couple of Fantakes podcast is back tackling the subject on everyone's reality tv mind: can we save The Bachelorette franchise? How? Do we even want to? Plus we also pitch new ideas for reality shows so take notes ABC and come grab a seat on the couch for podcast 9!</p><p></p><p>Original music by Bruno Merz.<br /><br />Produced by… Chris and Pey</p>yes00:51:55Can We SAVE The Bachelorette Franchise? Do We Even Want To?full<![CDATA[Loving Love Overboard + Age of Attraction Reunion Reaction!]]>Couple of Fantakes is back for podcast 8! In this pod we talk about one of our new favorite reality tv dating shows Love Overboard. What we loved and what we thought went... a little overboard. Plus our reaction to the couples update from the Age of Attraction reunion! So grab a seat on the couch for some more reality tv rehashing!

Original music by Bruno Merz.

Produced by… Chris and Pey.

]]>1c2c8ca7-c022-4567-ab5b-7799faf461b5Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Couple of Fantakes is back for podcast 8! In this pod we talk about one of our new favorite reality tv dating shows Love Overboard. What we loved and what we thought went... a little overboard. Plus our reaction to the couples update from the Age of Attraction reunion! So grab a seat on the couch for some more reality tv rehashing!<br /><br />Original music by Bruno Merz.<br /><br />Produced by… Chris and Pey.</p>yes00:48:17Loving Love Overboard + Age of Attraction Reunion Reaction!full<![CDATA[Bachelorette Updates + Age of Attraction Worth the Watch?]]>TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of DV in relation to TFP news updates

National DV Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) 1-800-787-3224 (TTY)

We unpack the unfolding of the last week's Bachelorette cancellation and Taylor Frankie Paul news updates.

Is there a new Bachelorette? Should the franchise continue? So many questions as producers are deep in damage control.

Plus a new show: Age of Attraction! Is it worth the watch? We discuss the premise and our initial thoughts without any major spoils.

]]>7de2a815-5063-4591-8ba8-362e32534de0Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:00:00 GMT<p>TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of DV in relation to TFP news updates</p><p>National DV Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) 1-800-787-3224 (TTY)</p><p></p><p>We unpack the unfolding of the last week's Bachelorette cancellation and Taylor Frankie Paul news updates.</p><p>Is there a new Bachelorette? Should the franchise continue? So many questions as producers are deep in damage control.</p><p></p><p>Plus a new show: Age of Attraction! Is it worth the watch? We discuss the premise and our initial thoughts without any major spoils.</p><p></p><p></p>yes00:53:37Bachelorette Updates + Age of Attraction Worth the Watch?full<![CDATA[The Bachelorette CANCELLED - Taylor Frankie Paul News]]>Welcome to an unusually short pod for Couple of Fantakes as we go over the latest Bachelorette news: it's cancelled. We recorded a completely separate pod and then everything changed when this news came out. News we completely agree with. So what's next for the franchise and what's next for the pod? Grab a seat on the couch and check it out.

Original music by Bruno Merz.

Produced by… Chris and Pey

]]>855c4114-34f3-4905-af59-ede9d4a1eed5Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:39:08 GMT<p>Welcome to an unusually short pod for Couple of Fantakes as we go over the latest Bachelorette news: it's cancelled. We recorded a completely separate pod and then everything changed when this news came out. News we completely agree with. So what's next for the franchise and what's next for the pod? Grab a seat on the couch and check it out.<br /><br />Original music by Bruno Merz.<br /><br />Produced by… Chris and Pey</p>yes00:26:53The Bachelorette CANCELLED - Taylor Frankie Paul Newsbonus<![CDATA[LIB Reunion Chaos + Secret Lives Begins!]]>Hosted and produced by Chris & Pey

Original Music by Bruno Merz

Couple of Fantakes return for the Love is Blind Reunion! Plus the startof Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S4! So what is our rating for the reunion update and season 10 as a whole? Plus our thoughts on this Bachelorette prequel show SLMW. Grab a seat on the couch and check it out!

]]>ac9e37c8-a785-4698-a3cb-441663903d2dSun, 15 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Hosted and produced by Chris &amp; Pey</p><p>Original Music by Bruno Merz</p><p></p><p></p><p>Couple of Fantakes return for the Love is Blind Reunion! Plus the startof Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S4! So what is our rating for the reunion update and season 10 as a whole? Plus our thoughts on this Bachelorette prequel show SLMW. Grab a seat on the couch and check it out!</p>yes01:00:07LIB Reunion Chaos + Secret Lives Begins!full<![CDATA[Conspiracies, Delusions, and A Red Wedding- Love is Blind S10 Finale Review]]>Hosted and produced by: Chris Whidden & Peyton Le Barr

Original Music by: Bruno Merz

Couple of Fantakes is back and just in time for Love is Blind Season 10 Finale! Join us for our humorous and critical review of each of the final weddings that include conspiracies, delusions, surprises and possibly even some happy moments. Plus our predictions for where everyone's at come the reunion!

00:00 Introduction and episode overview
02:35 Recap of Emma and Mike's relationship
05:22 Conspiracy theories about Vic and Christine
08:36 Emma and Mike's breakup predictions
12:42 Amber and Jordan's relationship update
16:16 Jordan's hesitation about kids
18:47 Conspiracy about show editing and storylines
22:13 Brittany and Devante's relationship status
28:16 Ashley and Alex's dramatic breakup
30:35 Christine and Vic's relationship and secrets
36:21 Predictions for the reunion episode
40:14 Expectations and hopes for the reunion
46:36 Final predictions and closing thoughts

]]>3c7b8dc8-cfbc-4c87-acbb-6939ca845b6fFri, 06 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Hosted and produced by: Chris Whidden &amp; Peyton Le Barr</p><p>Original Music by: Bruno Merz</p><p></p><p></p><p>Couple of Fantakes is back and just in time for Love is Blind Season 10 Finale! Join us for our humorous and critical review of each of the final weddings that include conspiracies, delusions, surprises and possibly even some happy moments. Plus our predictions for where everyone's at come the reunion!</p><p></p><p>00:00 Introduction and episode overview<br />02:35 Recap of Emma and Mike's relationship<br />05:22 Conspiracy theories about Vic and Christine<br />08:36 Emma and Mike's breakup predictions<br />12:42 Amber and Jordan's relationship update<br />16:16 Jordan's hesitation about kids<br />18:47 Conspiracy about show editing and storylines<br />22:13 Brittany and Devante's relationship status<br />28:16 Ashley and Alex's dramatic breakup<br />30:35 Christine and Vic's relationship and secrets<br />36:21 Predictions for the reunion episode<br />40:14 Expectations and hopes for the reunion<br />46:36 Final predictions and closing thoughts</p>yes00:54:45Conspiracies, Delusions, and A Red Wedding- Love is Blind S10 Finale Reviewfull<![CDATA[Alpha Bros & Wedding Woes - Love is Blind Episodes 7 to 11 Review]]>Chris and Pey dive into episodes 7-11 of 'Love is Blind Season 10.  Top stories include Chris’s merciless Pilates breakup with Jess and Brie’s harsh breakup to Connor.  They also include a deeper dive into just how terrible Chris’s behaviour is at the bowling pod party, Alex’s aversion to telling the truth as well as our conspiracy theory as to why Vic and Christine are the only couple who didn’t receive apartments to live in for the final weeks before the weddings. 

The episode ends with wedding predictions for next week’s episode drop plus their “where are they now” for the final reunion episode.

]]>8422ae15-da3a-46ae-b738-c42eb19caed1Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Chris and Pey dive into <b>episodes 7-11 of 'Love is Blind Season 10</b>.  Top stories include Chris’s merciless Pilates breakup with Jess and Brie’s harsh breakup to Connor.  They also include a deeper dive into just how terrible Chris’s behaviour is at the bowling pod party, Alex’s aversion to telling the truth as well as our conspiracy theory as to why Vic and Christine are the only couple who didn’t receive apartments to live in for the final weeks before the weddings. </p><p>The episode ends with <b>wedding predictions</b> for next week’s episode drop plus their<b> “where are they now” for the final reunion episode.</b></p>no01:00:04Alpha Bros & Wedding Woes - Love is Blind Episodes 7 to 11 Reviewfull<![CDATA[Love is Blind S10 Couple Predictions & Ep 3-6 Review]]>Hosted and Produced by Chris Whidden, Peyton Le Barr

Original Music by Bruno Merz

In this shortened episode of Couple of Fantakes, hosts Bachelor Fantake and Pey dive into a recap and review of Love is Blind Season 10 episodes 3 to 6, analyzing the dynamics of various couples and their chances of success. They discuss the complexities of relationships, the impact of social norms, and the producers' role in shaping narratives... with multiple surprise visits from their daughter!

00:00 Introduction to Couple of Fantakes

02:20 Recap of Love is Blind Season 10

03:45 Couples Analysis: Connor and Bree

08:15 Couples Analysis: Chris and Jess

10:56 Couples Analysis: Alex and Ashley

14:40 Couples Analysis: Brittany and Devante

17:19 Couples Analysis: Amber and Jordan

18:33 Couples Analysis: Vic and Christine

19:21 Couples Analysis: Emma and Mike

21:05 Honorable Mentions and Allegations Discussion

22:39 Questions for Future Contestants

30:07 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

]]>b01063d7-3b1a-400d-aded-d976b1f8b81cMon, 23 Feb 2026 15:08:45 GMT<p>Hosted and Produced by Chris Whidden, Peyton Le Barr<br /><br />Original Music by Bruno Merz<br /><br />In this shortened episode of Couple of Fantakes, hosts Bachelor Fantake and Pey dive into a recap and review of Love is Blind Season 10 episodes 3 to 6, analyzing the dynamics of various couples and their chances of success. They discuss the complexities of relationships, the impact of social norms, and the producers' role in shaping narratives... with multiple surprise visits from their daughter!<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo">00:00</a> Introduction to Couple of Fantakes<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=140s">02:20</a> Recap of Love is Blind Season 10<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=225s">03:45</a> Couples Analysis: Connor and Bree<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=495s">08:15</a> Couples Analysis: Chris and Jess<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=656s">10:56</a> Couples Analysis: Alex and Ashley<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=880s">14:40</a> Couples Analysis: Brittany and Devante<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=1039s">17:19</a> Couples Analysis: Amber and Jordan<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=1113s">18:33</a> Couples Analysis: Vic and Christine<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=1161s">19:21</a> Couples Analysis: Emma and Mike<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=1265s">21:05</a> Honorable Mentions and Allegations Discussion<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=1359s">22:39</a> Questions for Future Contestants<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu19AcKIcqo&amp;t=1807s">30:07</a> Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up<br /><br /></p>yes00:33:58Love is Blind S10 Couple Predictions & Ep 3-6 Reviewfull<![CDATA[BONUS Why Reality TV is GOOD for us plus "Meet your Hosts Q&A"]]>In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore their backgrounds, the evolution of reality TV, and its impact on relationships and community. They discuss the importance of escapism in today's world, the positivity within the reality TV community, and how watching these shows together can strengthen couples. The conversation highlights the need for joy and relaxation amidst life's challenges, emphasizing that reality TV can serve as a valuable outlet for many.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Hosts and Their Backgrounds

05:55 The Evolution of Reality TV and Its Impact

12:04 The Community and Positivity in Reality TV Discussions

18:01 Navigating Reality TV as a Couple

24:05 The Importance of Escapism in Today's World

30:07 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions

]]>b264024f-6368-4029-9b5c-ec3c425a2c13Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:06:16 GMT<p>In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore their backgrounds, the evolution of reality TV, and its impact on relationships and community. They discuss the importance of escapism in today's world, the positivity within the reality TV community, and how watching these shows together can strengthen couples. The conversation highlights the need for joy and relaxation amidst life's challenges, emphasizing that reality TV can serve as a valuable outlet for many.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to the Hosts and Their Backgrounds</p><p>05:55 The Evolution of Reality TV and Its Impact</p><p>12:04 The Community and Positivity in Reality TV Discussions</p><p>18:01 Navigating Reality TV as a Couple</p><p>24:05 The Importance of Escapism in Today's World</p><p>30:07 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions</p>no00:33:58BONUS Why Reality TV is GOOD for us plus "Meet your Hosts Q&A"full<![CDATA[OUR FIRST EPISODE! LIB S10 Ep 1&2]]>Welcome to Couple of Fantakes! A new podcast where my wife and I cover reality TV on a more casual and personal level.

In this episode, hosts Bachelor Fantake (Chris) and his wife Pey dive into the world of reality TV, recapping Love is Blind Season 10 episodes 1 & 2. They explore the dynamics of the couples introduced, discuss red flags in dating, and analyze the character of Steven in a segment called Reality Couch Court. The conversation also touches on the ethical implications of participating in reality TV as a parent, concluding with, of course, an office quote.

**This episode was recorded before we had knowledge of contestant Steven Sunday's allegations of sexual assault, the number of women who have come forward as well as his current attempt to silence the women through cease and desists.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Couple of Fantakes

01:57 Reality TV Roots and Podcast Goals

03:52 Recap of Love is Blind Season 10, Episodes 1 and 2

12:01 Couples and Their Dynamics

17:52 Red Flags in Dating

25:58 Reality Couch Court: The Case of Steven

36:01 Ethics of Reality TV and Parenting

42:57 Closing Thoughts and Office Quote

]]>3f15e72e-88d6-429e-9d27-a60b4fa12b61Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:01:49 GMT<p>Welcome to Couple of Fantakes! A new podcast where my wife and I cover reality TV on a more casual and personal level.<br /><br />In this episode, hosts Bachelor Fantake (Chris) and his wife Pey dive into the world of reality TV, recapping Love is Blind Season 10 episodes 1 &amp; 2. They explore the dynamics of the couples introduced, discuss red flags in dating, and analyze the character of Steven in a segment called Reality Couch Court. The conversation also touches on the ethical implications of participating in reality TV as a parent, concluding with, of course, an office quote.<br /><br />**This episode was recorded before we had knowledge of contestant Steven Sunday's allegations of sexual assault, the number of women who have come forward as well as his current attempt to silence the women through cease and desists.<br /><br />Chapters<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oxDjiYkqA8">00:00</a> Introduction to Couple of Fantakes<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oxDjiYkqA8&amp;t=117s">01:57</a> Reality TV Roots and Podcast Goals<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oxDjiYkqA8&amp;t=232s">03:52</a> Recap of Love is Blind Season 10, Episodes 1 and 2<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oxDjiYkqA8&amp;t=721s">12:01</a> Couples and Their Dynamics<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oxDjiYkqA8&amp;t=1072s">17:52</a> Red Flags in Dating<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oxDjiYkqA8&amp;t=1558s">25:58</a> Reality Couch Court: The Case of Steven<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oxDjiYkqA8&amp;t=2161s">36:01</a> Ethics of Reality TV and Parenting<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oxDjiYkqA8&amp;t=2577s">42:57</a> Closing Thoughts and Office Quote</p>yes00:45:36OUR FIRST EPISODE! LIB S10 Ep 1&2bonus