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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. 💍📺✨
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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
Hosted and produced by Chris & PeyOriginal Music by Bruno MerzCouple 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!
Hosted and produced by: Chris Whidden & Peyton Le BarrOriginal Music by: Bruno MerzCouple 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 overview02:35 Recap of Emma and Mike's relationship05:22 Conspiracy theories about Vic and Christine08:36 Emma and Mike's breakup predictions12:42 Amber and Jordan's relationship update16:16 Jordan's hesitation about kids18:47 Conspiracy about show editing and storylines22:13 Brittany and Devante's relationship status28:16 Ashley and Alex's dramatic breakup30:35 Christine and Vic's relationship and secrets36:21 Predictions for the reunion episode40:14 Expectations and hopes for the reunion46:36 Final predictions and closing thoughts
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.
Hosted and Produced by Chris Whidden, Peyton Le BarrOriginal Music by Bruno MerzIn 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 Fantakes02:20 Recap of Love is Blind Season 1003:45 Couples Analysis: Connor and Bree08:15 Couples Analysis: Chris and Jess10:56 Couples Analysis: Alex and Ashley14:40 Couples Analysis: Brittany and Devante17:19 Couples Analysis: Amber and Jordan18:33 Couples Analysis: Vic and Christine19:21 Couples Analysis: Emma and Mike21:05 Honorable Mentions and Allegations Discussion22:39 Questions for Future Contestants30:07 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Hosts and Their Backgrounds05:55 The Evolution of Reality TV and Its Impact12:04 The Community and Positivity in Reality TV Discussions18:01 Navigating Reality TV as a Couple24:05 The Importance of Escapism in Today's World30:07 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions
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.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Couple of Fantakes01:57 Reality TV Roots and Podcast Goals03:52 Recap of Love is Blind Season 10, Episodes 1 and 212:01 Couples and Their Dynamics17:52 Red Flags in Dating25:58 Reality Couch Court: The Case of Steven36:01 Ethics of Reality TV and Parenting42:57 Closing Thoughts and Office Quote
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I love your dynamic! The wife is so smart and, I'm really impressed by her accurate predictions 😅 I'll probably watch any reality TV show you two dissect 🙈