Bachelor Happy Hour - Dale Moss Is Back for Love!

Episode Date: June 26, 2025

Today on “Happy Hour,” we have the legendary Dale Moss on! Dale’s back in the Bachelor world for another shot at love, and we have lots to discuss. We get into the journey that led him to find love again, including past relationships, breakups, and what he’s looking for this time around. He also gives us the rundown on how his “Paradise” decision came to be, as well as the reaction he’s received. Plus, Dale teases what we can expect this season — it’s a whole new “Paradise” and that’s exactly what he’s looking for! Tune in now to hear all this and more and be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is an I-Heart podcast. My boyfriend's professor is way too friendly, and now I'm seriously suspicious. Wait a minute, Sam. Maybe her boyfriend's just looking for extra credit. Well, Dakota, luckily, it's back to school week on the OK Storytime podcast, so we'll find out soon. This person writes, my boyfriend's been hanging out with his young professor a lot. He doesn't think it's a problem, but I don't trust her. Now he's insisting we get to know each other, but I just want her gone.

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I'm Joe. And I'm Serena. And we are here with the one and only, Dale Moss. Dale, welcome to Bachelor Happy Hour. Hey, I appreciate y'all having me on. And it's definitely been a while since I've been on Bachelor Happy Hour. So this is fun. Yeah.

What would that? So you would have been on Bachelor Happy Hour during COVID, right? Like two and a half years ago? No, four and a half. Two and a half years ago. It's crazy. Like time flies. Obviously there's so much life that has happened since then.

But yeah, it's been a minute. Yeah. Yeah. So for our listeners, if you don't recall Dale, he was on Claire's season. Got engaged, didn't work out, but now he is back. Dale, going all the way back then, how did you get on the show in the first place, The Bachelorette? Yeah, so I was nominated by someone who's like a little sister to me in New York. I had never watched the show before, and she said that you're traveling all the time.

You know, all you're doing is working or on the road, but I never see you dating anyone. And, you know, before that, I had been in a long-term relationship of four years with a great woman. And honestly, like, there was almost three years I didn't date anyone. I wasn't on the apps. I've never been really a big dater. And, yeah, so she nominated me. And I told her, I was like, you know, I'm not doing that. And then she was like, no, you got to see it through.

And I was like, look, I'll take the interviews if they call. And then I'll go through the process. and then we'll just go from there. And, yeah, I got a call when I was in San Diego visiting my family. And that was kind of the start of it. And, you know, fast forward, I think I committed really late because it was just, you know, a big decision for me. But, you know, I loved the experience.

It was something that was completely out of left field for me at the time. But kind of like this time, you know, it's just I was doing a lot of really great things in my life and I just wanted to give up control and I just try a new experience. So, yeah, that's that's kind of how it happened. Nice. Yours was the season that was supposed to start filming and then the pandemic hit and it got pushed, right? Yeah. Yeah. And that's what a lot of people don't realize. So we were actually on set about to do arrivals. And when right before arrivals is when everything shut down, the entire world shut down. So, and that was in March. And so at that time, the cast had been announced like everyone kind of knew who could possibly be on and i think we started

filming in july so you think about that whole gap uh that was in between so it was a really unique experience um and we were just in a completely different world it's it's hard to even recall the pandemic uh you know for me at times there's so many things i forget about it but uh um it was just a different time yeah i'm actually like i was thinking of it the other day and i can't believe like it's been five years like we're going to be like before you know it's going to be like oh that was 10 years ago you know it does feel crazy it feels like yeah such a crazy time i can't even imagine because i was on the other pandemic season but we obviously filmed second so they kind of like had their bearings by the time they got to us but yeah because it was like matt james was supposed to be on your season

as a contestant the shutdown happened they made him the bachelor and they were in palm springs Imagine how hot it was. You know, hot Palm Springs is in July. It was cooking. And like, you know, I had never been on a reality TV series before. You know, the production's going into it. It's completely new for them. We're in a bubble.

You know, at the time, like, a lot of us didn't know what was going on with our families. And, you know, this was right in the heat of things. Like, I know my sister, for example, she has an autoimmune disease. So, like, she was isolated for months and months and months. And even when I got done filming, I couldn't see her for an extended period of time. So, you know, just the pressures and the things that people were dealing with, you know, it was a lot. But I do remember it was a relief kind of being in that bubble because you had no choice but to still just be present. And there were things going on in the outside world that you knew.

But it was almost an escape, you know, I think a lot more than most people probably realized. And I love that aspect of it. It's one of the things I love just being disconnected from my phone, no interruptions. And, you know, full transparency, that's one of the things I miss already from this experience. Yeah, I agree. That was the number one thing for me. It was like I enjoyed going to Paradise because I loved giving my phone away and just being like in the moment. And it was that's like not having your phone is almost like it's truly a vacation, even though like Paradise doesn't isn't a vacation.

but, you know, it feels like one. Dale, you played, how long did you play in the NFL for? So I was in the league for four years, and I bounced around. I was a college basketball and football player, got a shot starting off at the Green Bay Packers, and I finished my last three years with the Chicago Bears. And competing is always something that, you know, I really loved. And I had a shot to play in the league. It wasn't glorious.

You know, I had some injuries. was on practice squads and bounced around and things like that. But again, it was, you know, one of the best times in my life. And I grew a lot from it. But it was also, you know, a big transition phase because once I was done, we had to pivot like so many athletes do. And that's what brought me out to New York and got me started in the fashion, wellness, and entertainment industry.

So you are in the entertainment wellness space. Can you kind of give us a little bit of? of a breakdown of how that works. Yeah. So I went to school for film, and I always wanted to direct and produce. And before The Bachelorette, and still now, I was hosting during the NFL seasons. You know, I've hosted in studios covering a lot of NFL games. But a lot of my focus has shifted behind the scenes.

I've got two sports documentaries in development with my production company. And then I produce large-scale wellness experiences. all across the globe. That's been a passion of mine, the community aspect, and it's just something that is a pillar in my life. And then behind the scenes, the venture world. I've gained equity or invested in a lot of different companies, starting my own venture group now, which I'm really excited about. And, you know, so there's like the front-facing stuff, but I've always said, you know, I'd rather build more wealth and different things behind the scenes just so I could live comfortably, you know, just provide for my family, which is something, you know, we struggled

growing up. And I just always said that with my wife, kids, even my family now, you know, I just don't want them to worry about too much. So the entrepreneurial side, especially in the venture world right now, is a big thing. But, you know, hosting and the sports documentaries are a major thing as well. Nice. I went to this spot right here in Austin. Have you heard of it? Coffee and Chill. They have blown up. So their model is so impressive. Really, really. It was great. Like I was like this was like it's like a sober event. They have cold plunges. Like it's great. It's a great way to get rid of a hangover. You think about it, right? People like I've always admired people doing things to better themselves, whether that's working out. If that's just, you know, some of the

hold plunge and things like that because it's people are in an uncomfortable state and um it's it's not always easy to you know give that extra effort but through sports and you know coming up in the fitness and the wellness industry in new york city um you know i just realized like that gave me my start and it it it gave me something to look forward to after sports and i've always said that regardless of what i do uh the wellness pillar is going to be a major thing for me nice so that's kind of what you've been doing on the career side. What has dating been like over the last few years? So I was in a long-term relationship, two and a half years. This is post. This is post-clair, correct? Yeah, this is post-show. And that was the only like real relationship I had been in. And I had a, you know, a great relationship. You know, we're on really great terms. And, you know, it's it's one of those things.

I feel like everyone always thinks stuff is like black and white, right? But the reality is there's so many things that make a relationship work. And sometimes it's timing, sometimes it's priorities. And that was like a really, really great chapter of my life. One that I don't talk about a lot, just because I think like relationships, even though we're on reality TV, are something that, you know, I don't think all the intimate details are needed to share with everyone. I think that's a protected barrier, but that was really it.

You know, and since that she was in the, she was the one that she's like in the home improvement space, right? Didn't she like live in Florida? I think you were, when I saw you in Miami, I think you were still dating her at the time. Yeah, yeah. Yeah. And she's unbelievably talented, going to have all the success in the world. And she's someone I definitely root for, you know. But, you know, there's times where things just don't work out.

And I think it was the right decision for both of us, you know, at the time. And I know from a distance, you know, we still really support each other. But I think that's just also something as you get older, right? You realize that, you know, sometimes things don't work out. And but it was definitely a relationship I grew from probably more than any relationship. My boyfriend's professor is way too friendly. And now I'm seriously suspicious. Oh, wait a minute, Sam.

maybe her boyfriend's just looking for extra credit. Well, Dakota, it's back to school week on the OK Storytime podcast, so we'll find out soon. This person writes, my boyfriend has been hanging out with his young professor a lot. He doesn't think it's a problem, but I don't trust her. Now, he's insisting we get to know each other, but I just want her gone. Now, hold up. Isn't that against school policy? That sounds totally inappropriate.

Well, according to this person, this is her boyfriend's former professor and they're the same age. And it's even more likely that they're cheating. He insists there's nothing between them. I mean, do you believe him? Well, he's certainly trying to get this person to believe him because he now wants them both to meet. So, do we find out if this person's boyfriend really cheated with his professor or not? To hear the explosive finale, listen to the OK Storytime podcast on the IHeart Radio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcast. All right, West West, Prop here from Hood Politics with Prop Podcasts.

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Your dating pattern is kind of interesting because you have your four-year relationship, the relationship from the show that was very public and then you went to another long term very private relationship and now we're heading back onto the show like how do you feel after coming out of a two and a half year relationship that you had a lot of control over

how much was shared and how much wasn't to go back on reality TV and date very publicly again. Yeah, you know, I think in this setting like people see the build right and the start of a relationship and then from there you can choose share as much as you want but you know I've realized over the years and this is a big you know moment of growth for me like I shut down after relationships um and I just dive into work I travel

and you know I'm 36 years old and I know what I want in a relationship and I know the things that I want out of life but uh the reality is I'm never going to have those if if I don't put myself out there and try new things. And this was like a really big thing for me. It was not on my radar. I was very reluctant to commit to this. And it's something that I committed to honestly last minute. And the only reason I was able to is one, because, you know, I felt like I had moved through the previous relationship in a healthy way. And honestly, I'm just happy with who I am. You know, I feel very secure in life and the things that I'm doing. And while, you know, the show is not a normal, it's not a normal environment where you meet someone, it definitely forces you to put yourself out there.

And there's no hiding or like shutting down when you're on something like this. And for me, that was a major thing. You mentioned you're 36. I was around, I was like 34 or 35 when I went back on Paraly. paradise the second time, were you worried at all about feeling like the old guy on the beach, basically? Well, the good thing is you got the Golden's there. So. Yeah, yeah, that's true. But I mean, I was your age. So that was like, and I ended up getting engaged to someone who is 11 years younger than me. At the time, I didn't really think much about it. But like, looking back,

being in your position, what do you think? Yeah, you know, it was something that, you know, I did ask the question. I was like, you know, am I too old for this? And, but that wasn't really much of a sticker. Like, you know, in my previous relationships, you know, many of them were with someone who was older than me. I also feel like just with lifestyles and different things, you're going to meet people from all walks of life. So that wasn't really a pressing thing. And also, I think if anything, I was going to be more clear on what I wanted and what worked for me and what didn't, you know. And I think, you know, whatever people see on the show and there's,

clips or edits and all that, but I was really happy with how I showed up. I didn't feel pressured in any way, shape, or form. Going on the show, I was fully prepared to leave at any given point if there was someone there who I wasn't connecting with. And I think those are important things. And the reality is, like, just going on there and being open and not having any preconceived notions was the biggest thing for me. And I didn't know anybody on the show. You know, and after my season, while I have, like, friends in the franchise that I've met around the way, like, I've been kind of out of the loop. So it was a completely new experience for me. And I think just on the personal side, it was just a big thing opening up and just letting go and just trusting, like, however you show up, that's going to be enough.

And, you know, not to sound cliche, but I think a lot of people, no matter how secure they are, have those insecurities, like, am I going to be enough? I'm bringing to the table going to be enough or is someone going to accept that? And yeah, I love the experience. One of the best experience of my life. I think people's biggest question when they see that you're going on Bachelor in Paradise is going to be what was the draw to go back to the Bachelor franchise after kind of this period of you being so removed from it. And you didn't really get, I would say like you didn't really get the true Bachelor experience. No, you had a very unconventional time on the show. Yeah, like you were there for a very short period of time.

You were on a COVID season. So it was definitely different. Yeah, I mean, I didn't have the normal experience. And people didn't really get to learn anything about me. For me, the biggest thing was letting go. You know, I'm very happy with where things are at my life right now. But I also am in this pattern of, I'm experiencing. some of the coolest things in my life, you know, traveling the globe and doing all these

things. But I find myself all the time, like, how much does this matter? Because I can't share this with somebody, you know? And there's my business partners and my friends, but, you know, I think a relationship is the most sacred and the most beautiful thing when you have the right one and when you have a healthy one. Also, like, I just wanted to give up control. You know, I know that I get in these cycles where when I finally bring my head up for water, it's like a year and a half has gone by. And, you know, I just, I, I just didn't want to, you know, just keep maybe avoiding, you know, a relationship, especially after a previous one. And then honestly, you know, I was excited for people to actually get to know me and see, see me like navigate this

in a truthful and an honest and a fun way. So, again, the commitment came, you know, really late in the game. But it was entirely just, for me, just like a liberating and free experience and just to step on the beach and just experience something new. Going into, going into Paradise, what are you looking for in a relationship? And like, are there any deal breakers as far as, like, you live in New York? She lives in Wyoming. Yeah.

Yeah. So the distance thing is not as big of a deal for me. It never has been. You know, fortunately, I can make my schedule kind of as need be. In previous relationships, I was spending more time with my partner than I was in New York City, even though we would be, you know, across the country or, you know, hours away. So that's not as big of a thing. But I do think they're, like, I'm drawn to someone who works hard, who has a career. I think the reason that is is because then they can understand my focus and my hustle and my drive. And I love supporting people, right? And yeah, I love supporting my family. I love supporting someone, you know, in the relationship side. You know, I'm a pretty chill dude. I think just throughout life and just experiencing a lot of things, you know, I've got a pretty

big threshold. I've got a high level of tolerance and patience. and you know we're human and that's you know we're not perfect but you know I don't I don't do well with a lot of chaos you know I think family dynamic is important and it doesn't have to be perfect but just that it matters and I think the biggest thing in my life now is like crossover right I want to have crossover with my partner I don't want to be living two separate lives but from there it's just someone who's got a kind heart You know, and I think it's just understanding and patient is the, is the real thing.

Are you a workaholic? I'm not a workaholic by any means. I definitely take time to relax. But if I'm not in a relationship, my relationship is always priority. You know, I build my work and a lot of the things around my relationships. In previous ones, there was never an issue where we didn't get to spend time together. But when I haven't been, I feel my time with the things that I'm passionate about. And, you know, that drive me.

You know, I love everything that I do. I don't feel obligated or pressured to do things. And, you know, I've worked hard to get in that position. But, no, my relationship is always a priority. And there will be a lot of pressures that we have in life. And, you know, they won't always be even, but it's always going to balance out with the relationship. for me, especially at this stage, it's always going to be the priority. You seem like you need to keep busy, though.

Oh, natural, like since the time I was a kid, like I'm go, go, go, go. Yeah, I got to tell you. I'm like that as well. That's kind of how I'm reading it from you, but like you definitely are giving off like you need to be constantly. Like you're not doing nothing today. Like you definitely have full schedule after this. You know, the biggest place that comes from, is definitely like when I was younger.

You know, my dad was not always in the picture. He, you know, he struggled with some drug and alcohol addictions, was in and out of jail and prison different times throughout his life. And, you know, he has changed his life. We talk about this all the time. Like, these are things that, you know, we'll share openly. And it's just a part of our chapter. But my mom had to carry that load, you know, very heavily.

And so as a family, I remember being in middle school. working and helping my mom pay the bills, even though I was just like a basic check, the same thing in high school. And then my sister, like, we always had jobs. We paid our own cell phone bills. And in college, I was playing two division one sports and I was bartending at night. Even though I was on a full ride scholarship, you know, my mom had some health issues. And my sister was, you know, in high school and my mom couldn't work that much.

So I've always had this sense of like if I didn't execute. or if I didn't succeed, my family would fall apart. And I've realized over a period of time, I don't have to carry that burden anymore, right? And I think, like, that just comes with time. That just comes with growth. And also just knowing that, you know, my family, like, they're going to handle their business. They're going to get through. And, like, you know, you can't solve all the problems for everybody.

But right now, I'm just in a phase of my life where I, I feel like for the first time since sports, like I'm so clear and I'm so excited about the things that I'm doing. But the beautiful thing about it is I'm not controlled by a schedule or an opportunity or a job situation. But I'm able to kind of create this life where everything can all weave together. But I like to go. The difference is I'm being drawn to things now in a lot different way. because I'm excited. I don't feel like I'm chasing it.

I'm like running towards something, you know? You're able to do what you want to do. Yeah, yeah. So, yeah, but it's, yeah, I definitely grind and I still hold on to that. Like, I want to build a foundation right now for my wife, my kids, my family. Like, money isn't everything. But I do want to live like a life where we never have to think about going out to eat anywhere. If we want to travel, we can do that.

because those are the things that I never experienced. And I feel if you have a healthy relationship and you have those resources, like, you know, I just saw, like, money issues were a big thing growing up for me that I felt like caused a lot more issues than they needed to. So I'm not controlled or consumed by it. I just think, like, you know, I want my family to be secure. So we can just enjoy life, you know, in the best way possible. Were you when the cast,

you know, you get down there day one. You said you didn't know anyone that was going to be there? I literally walked on the beach. I didn't know a single person. And then conversations, people are like, oh, do you know this person, this person? I was like, I don't know who that is. And it wasn't a bad thing.

It's just, you know, I had my experience on The Bachelorette. And, you know, I have friends that I've met. But I think sometimes, like, I get so head down. Or it's like kind of, it just wasn't a chapter. of my life after the fact. So, and not in a bad way, I was just, you know, just kind of marching to the beat of my own drum. But, you know, I think it was a good thing that I went in with no preconceived notions

that I didn't know anyone. And I honestly loved it because I was meeting every single person for the first time, exactly how I saw them. And, you know, they're like, like so much love for everyone down there. Like, I had such a good time and, like, so many just great people. My boyfriend's professor is way too friendly, and now I'm seriously suspicious. Oh, wait a minute, Sam. Maybe her boyfriend's just looking for extra credit.

Well, Dakota, it's back to school week on the OK Storytime podcast, so we'll find out soon. This person writes, my boyfriend has been hanging out with his young professor a lot. He doesn't think it's a problem, but I don't trust her. Now, he's insisting we get to know each other, but I just want her gone. Now, hold up. Isn't that against school policy? That sounds totally inappropriate. Well, according to this person, this is her boyfriend's former professor, and they're the same age.

And it's even more likely that they're cheating. He insists there's nothing between them. I mean, do you believe him? Well, he's certainly trying to get this person to believe him because he now wants them both to meet. So, do we find out if this person's boyfriend really cheated with his professor or not? To hear the explosive finale, listen to the OK Storytime podcast on the IHeart Radio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcast. All right, Wes West, Prop here from Hood Politics with Prop Podcast. you already know our get-down.

If you grew up in our urban areas a comfort of struggle, you understand politics much more than you giving credit for. Fans taking over American cities, government hop-out boys hopping out the van, snatching up your theo and them,

two wars that was supposed to be solved in 24 hours. Jerry just out here, mandering all over the place, the turfs, and of course, the Epstein of it all. Well, this week we decided to shoot our shot,

and boy, did we pull up from the logo, to see if we could get somebody to come tap in with us, And the one and only Jamil Hill pulled up from this politics podcast to keep it a whole century. The American public is used to being entertained. We're a consumption society. So what Trump figured out is entertain them. And they'll never question you.

Listen to the hood politics with prop podcasts on the IHard Radio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcast. I'm Dr. Joy Hardin Bradford. And in session 421 of therapy for black girls, I sit down with Dr. Ophia and Billy Shaka to explore how our hair connects to our identity, mental health, and the ways we heal. Because I think hair is a complex language system, right? In terms of it can tell how old you are, your marital status, where you're from, you're a spiritual belief. But I think with social media, there's like a hyperfixation and observation of our hair,

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and they were literally just, well, it was private. No one knew I was going on. Like, so I knew people who had gone on before. And the number one thing was just like have fun and be yourself. But no one knew I was going on. Obviously there's confidentiality and everything, but I didn't even make the decision,

like the final decision. until four or five days before we had to be there. Oh, wow. Yeah, so, and, you know, I felt really comfortable with the idea of a new production team. This was going to be an entirely new Bachelor in Paradise. And I think that's one of the biggest things for me, why I was willing to do it, right? I think, you know, a fresh take, and it was just something fresh and new. So, like, everyone was going to get a new experience.

And I think that is something that is so cool because if someone had been on Paradise before and they might not have had the best experience, that's like all wiped out. So you're walking into this fresh slate. And I was going to show up as I am, like, you know, regardless. But I think that the number one thing is always just like be yourself. But have fun. Like don't be afraid of like being too polished or this or that. Just be yourself and have fun.

And that's what I did. Paradise is definitely an easier setting to allow yourself to be yourself in my mind. Yeah. Yeah. It's way more chill, way more laid back. You're on a beach and you could really like after a few days. Like I really struggled day one my second time in paradise.

While your eyes really fucking lit up there. I really struggled day one because I, in my head, I definitely was I felt like you know, like the I felt like the college kid back at like the high school party. I was like, what am I doing

back here like why did you have any of those feelings when you actually got to the beach of like that i make a mistake because now i'm kind of like i'm here like when i was walking on on the beach this is before i even talked to anyone there's that moment of it's like kind of hits you like damn i'm doing that's a right decision right and then people would make jokes like uh because i was a little older or whatever but it was it was truly like all love um and i think the hardest thing for me and I knew this going in like the idea that you have to like it's almost like speed dating a little bit right or just getting to know people and the time moves so fast and all of these things and that for me is so out of my norm like I've never been on a dating app like

I said I'm not a big dater I have a lot of friends who um you know women and we like never crossed the line and I'm just like I don't know like I've never like even the idea of like when people date multiple people like that is so foreign to me so that that was the biggest challenge um and kind of how i got through that i was just like hey you're getting to know people everyone signed up for the same thing if anything people were more comfortable than me because they'd been through it or you know understood uh the lay of the land more and i was just like you know just be very very clear um even if uh it's not always the the easiest to be that way and i always said like I don't like there to be gray area

and I didn't want to leave a lot for interpretation so as long as you stand on that like you're going to be good so that was the biggest difficulty but you get in the moment and everyone's kind of there for the same thing and at the end of the day too it's like if you're trying to find something you've got to put yourself out

there and that's a big thing why I went on the beach because you know that's something that's not always the easiest for me. Yeah. When the cast was announced, what was the reaction you were getting from people in your life, people that follow you on social media? Yeah.

Yeah, because you were definitely the biggest, I would say. Like, shocker. Shocker, for sure. You know, like, from whatever experience before, a lot of people are going to, you know, they look at social media and news and stuff that happened so long ago. So you'll get some negative thing. They're like, oh, I can't believe Dale's back, like this and that. People are so mean.

And the funny thing about that is I was more concerned about what I had to lose going on a show than anything that I would have to gain, right? And I had a career well before my first time on The The Bachelorette and everything like that. But, you know, so there's some of those things that you get. But like, honestly, most people were positive. And I think sometimes when you get noise, you know, some of the negative. or you know they stand out it stands out and you have so much positive but i you know i i also know that throughout bachelor nation like i've had so much positive uh feedback from people and a lot of people were excited and there i think also there's so much time that has passed they're just curious to

see how things unfold and like so i you know there was a little bit of worry like i was just going to get like trashed on uh not that it affects me but it's like all right right, here we go. The reality is, like, things were positive. And I don't know. And I guess it just all unfolds on screen. So we'll see. Nice.

Can you tease a little bit of the season for us or give us any little detail? I mean, this is a new Bachelor in Paradise. I can't go into details, obviously. But I will say a lot of people had questions about the golden twist. Yeah, we just saw the cast. for Golden was announced. It was so amazing to have them there. And I think everyone was a little bit like, hey, how's this going to work out?

It added to the experience. It brought energy. People were extremely excited. And honestly, it gave people a lot more guidance and direction when they were navigating relationships because they've been through everything you can think of in life. I think because they were there, there was more depth on the show. And, like, they're not trying to impress anybody, right? Like, they don't care about a lot of things.

Like, the social media aspect or whatever. Like, most of them, they use it, but, you know, they've lived a life in full. So I think people are really, really going to enjoy that addition. And for me, that was one of the most amazing things about it throughout. And I utilized the Golden's early on for, like, you know, just guidance. And I think that's the best thing that they provided. And they had a lot of fun. Well, we are really looking forward to watching you on this show.

I'm excited to see it. I'm excited to see the new format. It was really great talking to you. I'm sure we'll see you around the city. Thank you so much for coming on. Yeah, I appreciate it. And I think everyone's going to be really excited with what comes out. And I know from the start, the cast was stoked.

And, yeah, it's a completely new paradise, that's for sure. Yeah, we can't wait. And to our listeners, thank you so much for tuning in. Make sure you download and subscribe to Bachelor Happy Hour. Thank you so much for listening. We have new and exclusive interviews coming your way. Bye. My boyfriend's professor is way too friendly, and now I'm seriously suspicious.

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On a recent episode of Culture Raises Us podcast, I sat down with Warren Campbell, Grammy-winning producer, pastor, and music executive to talk about the beats, the business, and the legacy behind some of the biggest names in gospel, R&B, and hip-hop. Professionally, I started at Death World Records. From Mary Mary to Jennifer Hudson,

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