Bachelor Happy Hour - EXCLUSIVE: CK & Monica: A NASCAR Connection | Golden Hour

Episode Date: December 23, 2025

Kathy and Susan are joined by CK and Monica for an exciting relationship debut. We get into how Kathy and CK became close friends, how CK and Monica first started dating, and what it’s been like navigating long distance. From spending the holidays together to thoughtful gifts and some very special relationship advice from Mark Anderson, this one is sweet exclusive full of love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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I'm so good. so good so excited about today's guest too oh boy today we have two very special guests please drum roll drum roll our brand new golden lovebirds k and monica b hi you two welcome to golden hour how are you guys can we stop calling you monica b yet or should we continue the monica b can we call you just monica well you yes yes Yes, please. You can call me Monica. Okay, can I both say, look at their smile. Although C.K. will not let Monica be die.

I think that will be for Andrew. That's right. Well, let me just say, both of you have great smiles on your face. So there's a whole lot we wanted diving today. Let's get started, and I'm going to lead us off. So for anyone who doesn't remember and how could you forget, C.K. is from Joan's season, as well as the season, this past season of Bachelor and Paradise with me. And Monica, otherwise known as Monica B, is from Mel's Seasons.

So, before we get started, before we get started, C.K., everyone knows, or if they don't, they're about to find out, you and I have become very good friends. So let's tell our listeners how that came to be. So tell everyone, how did you and I become such good friends? Well, we originally met almost a year ago in Carmel at the golf tournament. And we immediately became friends. And I think my first words to you were zip it. And it sparked a lifelong friendship. And so for that, I'm very happy and pleased. Yeah, that was. That is exactly where we met. And you said something about the outfit I had on. I don't remember, but you said that you liked the outfit I had. And I thought any guy that pays a compliment to a woman about how she's dressed must be a good guy.

He's a good guy. And Kathy, I was very impressed. I mean, I thought initially I'd go, you had to spend at least $2,500 on that. You said, C.K. No, it's $3.50. So thank you very. The day I spent $2,500 on a pair of slacks is the day I won the lottery, and you'll be the first to know, I promise. No, but then we, and then, of course, we were on, and we liked to joke, we were on Paradise together, and C.K. promised me a date, but then, Monica, I don't know if you know this, when we got there, C.K. wouldn't talk to me. He just ignored me. I got sick. In all fairness, I got, I think you remember that, Kathy. I got sick, and I was just never the same afterwards. Uh-huh. No. It's a good story, and he's sticking with it. That's right. Well, you're our friends. That's what matters. And Monica, since this is your first time on our podcast. tell us a little bit about you um yes i am monica brewer i'm 63 years old i live in huntsville

alabama i am the mother of four children and five as of november the 25th five grandchildren i work as a flight attendant for delta air rights congrats well thank you thank you so much and can you tell me how you do that How did you two meet? Oh. Shall I? Yes, please. Or do you want to tell you?

Susan, first of all, Susan, you're going to get two virgins in that. So I'm going to give you, Monica's going to be. Okay, I want both sides. That's right. I don't think he likes when I say this because he thinks it sounds sleazy, but he slid into my DMs. Oh. Well, Monica, that begs the question. while he was sliding, what did he say?

Look at it. He's got a chesh-all What do you say, Monica? He says that he was just wishing me well on the season. That was kind of the first message, but then he says, I'm interested. So I hope Mel doesn't see what I see. I hope he doesn't kiss you, sorry, not sorry. And there was one other thing, like he did wish me well.

saying he hoped that I could go as far as I could, but that I didn't end up with Mel. Well, let me. Wait, I'm going to tell you, Monica, C.K. called me, and he said, I need to know something. And I said, Kathy, go on mute. Kathy, go on mute right now. Let's hear CK's version. Oh, wait, wait. I'm not going on mute. He called me, and he asked me if you had stayed whatever week it was. And, of course, I knew that you hadn't, that you were gone, that he hadn't chosen you. And I said, I can't answer that, CK.

You know, no, come on, Kathy. You're my friend. Tell me. And of course, I did not tell him. And I said, you know what? You're just going to have to wait and find out. So, all right. Now, CK, what's your story?

Okay, C.K. So, Susan, here's the truth of the matter, right? So Kathy said, CK, I asked her, did Monica get the first impression rose? And she wouldn't tell me. And I knew if it wasn't Monica, it was Jerry and I got confused. And so for two months, I swear, I mean, I'm just stressing out. She got the first impression Rose. She's probably going to end up with him.

And then you and Kathy go on the program and you tell Monica, just kiss him, kiss him. And I'm in my living room and say, no, don't kiss him. What are you doing? you're like I want to meet this moment that's right she I can't hear that she's kissing mouth so I think that's so exciting that's more exciting to being on the show you sitting there watching one you're hoping nobody touches her because that's right that's right okay Monica is gorgeous I mean she really is you Monica you are simply beautiful we all know that other than that ZK make me happy woman

don't tell me it was simply her beauty what attracted you to Monica well first and foremost So I'll get to that, Kathy. But the way I really met her is that I did, I didn't slide into her DMs. I kicked the door down. He jumped in there. I kicked the door down. I said, I'm C.K. I kicked the door down.

I said, I'm C.K. And I'm here to whisked you off. So that's kind of what happened. And then I poured my heart out to it and gave her this heartfelt message. And you know what her response was? It would just be okay. And I thought, well, wait a minute. Okay.

Yeah. Is that what you wrote? What were you thinking, Monica? at least I responded. Oh, well. Yeah, you know, she's a woman a few words. I mean, she said, okay, you know, shoot your shot, do whatever. So wait, see, yeah, I want to know, because you and I talked for the 10 minutes you were in paradise.

You, did you ever think that you were going to date someone from Bachelor? Bachelor nation. No, I did not because I just didn't think that there would ever be the kind of the type of connection that I longed and looked for. and you know you and i talk to kathy and like i'm positioned to look for my forever forever right i'm making that a purpose and a point you know he Monica i have to tell you every time ck and i cke used to call me all the time you know how i knew he'd met someone he stopped calling he stopped calling i used to seeki just chit chat with me talking about it obviously he was cute sliding or jumping into your d and what did you say

about him that intrigued you, that you wanted to know more? Well, initially, I didn't know who he was. So after I was off the show, I said, well, let me circle back and see and look into it. So I actually reached out to him after that point, and we started to connect. But, well, on the show, you know, they ask all the time, what are you looking for in a mate? Of course, I want someone God-faring, someone family-orientated, check-check, someone kind, someone who's nice to me, check-check. But specifically, I love his passion.

He's passionate about everything he does. Look at that smile on his face. I know. He makes you laugh. His job or his family or me. Has he bought you any nice gifts yet? What did you get for Christmas? Did you say this?

oh it's beauty this is a rose with diamonds oh and i got this because he couldn't stand to see me not get a rose so this is um oh see k okay this is like this is like first date wait i want to know mona i want you know this this podcast is all about the two of you one except for this where the hell is my gift see k i've been your friend longer than she has Hey everyone. It's me, Katie Couric. Did you know that I recently joined Substack? It's where I'll be sharing my unfiltered conversations with the people everyone's talking about. Journalists breaking news, politicians making it, actors we can't stop watching, experts, and a few unexpected voices who just might change the way you see the world. I'll also share what I'm reading, what I'm watching, what's making me roll my eyes, and what's giving me hope. It's a little news, a little opinion, and yes, the occasional curse word, because let's face it, have you seen the headlines lately? So if you like smart takes, deep dives, and are also thinking, WTF is happening, search Katie Couric on Substack and hit subscribe. All of my interviews and articles are free to help everyone stay informed.

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Join in on the insanity and listen to the Brad versus Everyone podcast on the Iheart radio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. What is your favorite part about each other? I'm asking you both, whoever wants to go first. What is your favorite part, C.K. I'll take it first. I'll take it first. Susan, that for me, that is a softball question because there are so many redeeming qualities about Monica that really kind of set me off, right? For me, in my mind, is a man to say, that's the one. You know, first and foremost, she's age appropriate. And she's 63. I'm 63. And I think that's ideal. We share the same fundamental faith and belief from a Christian standpoint. She's raised her children. So she's positioned to move forward with a partner. And she's, she's had hardships and difficulties and challenges in her life. And she's overcome that and still has this goal about her. And I think that for me as a man, that's hella compelling.

So, you know, it's that and other things, I think that really sort of sparkly. Yeah, but that is so sweet. But I'm the realist here. That's all lovely. Yeah. But you didn't know any of that when you reached into DMs. It was her beauty. Just admit it.

And we can move on. Okay. So if you can just let me tell this. So we, the men, we were in Las Vegas, right, on our reunion. And I think it was then that day when we were at Top Golf that the women, the 24 women, came across the screen. And I was at the bank with my golf club. And Chalk said, CK, you got to come look at this one. And I said, no, no, not now, Chalk.

I'm really busy. And finally, he came and he drugged me over there. And when I laid my eyes on her, I said, that's the one. And, yeah. Ooh. Yeah. You know, that happened to me yesterday. this is kind of exciting okay now you're going to know so i got a few questions well go ahead monica

let her finish yeah go ahead what was it for you that drew you to this man right here i mean it wasn't just the dm it's the first look when you first see each other tell me from there right of course he's very handsome and i didn't know who he was because i wasn't really into the Bachelorette that season. So I went back and I saw him and I thought he was very handsome. So I doubled back to the DM and instead of just saying, okay, I had a full message this time and I left my phone number. So we started to talk via text and the phone. And we have a lot of good conversations.

We sometimes stayed up six to eight hours at night talking about. Isn't that fun? Very good conversation. I wouldn't know. So it's tired. It's tiring the next day, but it's fun. So wait, have you guys spent time? Yeah, have you guys met each other in person?

Oh, yeah. Absolutely. Several times. So, Kathy, Kathy, when you asked Monica where she's residing, she said Huntsville. And I know from having gone there one time that it's not Huntsville, it's Huntsville. You're right. It's Huntsville. That was good.

Huntsville, Alabama. So you've both been to each other's homes, if you will, each other's cities to visit each other. Yes. How about the holidays? Yeah, what about the holidays? Are you spending together or? Well, so, Monica, let me take a portion of that.

So we spent Thanksgiving, a portion of Thanksgiving with her family that lives here in Southern California. And then we spent Thanksgiving dinner with my entire crazy family, even the crazy one. So I said, I want all the crazy things to come, so you know what you're getting into here. They're not crazy. They're loving people. But that's big that you're introducing each other to your families.

Oh, yeah. That's important. Wait, C.K., have you met Monica's kids and her family? I met her son who lives here in her extended family and the children, the grandchildren. And, of course, she's met a lot of my extended family. And my mother loves her to pieces. Okay. So the next question is, the next question is,

Monica, I'm going to ask you first. Actually, no, I'm going to ask you, CK, first. How would you describe your relationship? NASCAR. So it's felt like Monica has to tell me from time to time. CK. It's only been two months. And it really hasn't been two months. It's been just shy of two months.

And I told her just last night that it feels like six months. Because to her point, we've been talking sometimes two, six, eight hours. And she's very big on staying connected. And that's her way that she feels loved is text message and respond to my text messages. If I can call, if I call, you pick up the phone. Let's have a conversation. And that's the way she feels connected. And I'm getting used to that because I've been flying solo for so long.

What about you? I agree with you, Monica. You need to feel wanted. And I get it. Well, it's a long distance relationship. How long is it going to be long distance? Oh. Are we jumping the done?

I don't know. They said it's long distance. I said, how long is it going to be long distance? I mean, it is pretty far apart. Is one willing to go to the other or vice versa, half and half? Because that is the biggest complication. Who's traveling? You know, where are we going to meet?

Where are we going to be? So, yeah, it would be easier. I don't like the idea of long distance, particularly if I didn't like her as much as I did, then long distance would be ideal because, you know, there's a buffer. You don't have to. I want to be able to see her, what I want to see her. I want to be able to spend time with her. I want to be able to spend unlimited time.

And so part of that is her moving to California at some point early in Q1, 2026. Q1, you could tell he's a finance guy. He means first quarter, which translates to January, February, March, for those of you who are not into finance. So wait, Monica, you are a flight attendant. So what if, by the way, congrats that you guys apparently are going to be, living in the same house, home, city, whatever it's going to be. But you're a flight attendant. How's that going to work, Monica?

Change your base. Oh, change bases, exactly. That would be ideal. But if I cannot change bases, then I just have to commute back to Atlanta. You're going to have to deadhead back to Atlanta? Yes, yes. Ideally, I would switch bases. Usually.

Sometimes it takes a minute to get into a base, but, you know, sometimes it takes. It doesn't, so it just depends. And your airlines, L.A. is a hub or no? L.A. is definitely a hub. Yes. It is. It is. Well, we'll cross the ringer.

So now, let's see. They're moving together. C.K. Wait, wait. That's what you said. I'm just not in the same house. Oh. Okay.

Same city. Yes. Well, good. So you get to see each other. Are you going to cook dinner for them? I can't wait. Yes. Why would you pay your own rent?

Why don't you share in the same space? That's not for you to ask Susan. It's too soon. I don't know. They only have been dating for 10 minutes. I think it's a big move that they're moving to the same city. I applaud you guys for taking your time. Monica, I don't know what the hell you're thinking cooking for them.

I'd make reservations, but that's up to you. Well, we make those two, but yes, I enjoy cooking. Okay, so you're both. Something I like to do. Okay. All right, so you're both in a bachelor. I guess you don't like it. No.

I know. I know. You're both in bad, I mean, I can do it, but, you know, I prefer not to. So you're both in Bachelor Nation. You're both from different seasons, different times, Bachelor Nation. What did your respective friends in Bachelor Nation think about this? I'm assuming that most people, I mean, you're telling us on our podcast, you're letting the world know that you're together now. But what, obviously, your friends know, what has been their reaction? Everyone is super excited for us. They've met, of course, C.K. After the Rose, he met most everybody, and everyone loves him. He's very personable, and they, you know, they've witnessed that, and they love him,

and so they're excited to see what happens with us. Who told me first? You said, Katie, or you, Monica? Who told their bachelor? I don't know, Kathy. I don't know. I do. Because remember, I know you know because before at Women Tell All, you approached me about C.K.

He told me to. He told me to. I was doing a spy work for him. And just may I say on national this podcast, Monick, see if you can make it happen. C.K. promised me a fabulous gift. It has not arrived yet. So if he's a man of his word, if he's a man of his word. Yeah, don't give me that smile, CK. Get action. I want action. No, he said.

She did what she said. She was going to do. Thank you, Monica. So here's what happened. CK. literally used to call, we used to laugh and talk. And then he started calling always Monica this,

Monica B that. I said the same thing, Susan. Can we stop calling her Monica B? I don't think you're dating Monica P as in Peter. You're dating Monica B as in Brewer. So anyway, he asked me to, you know, he says it every day and daily. He told me to find out what you were thinking. It was like a high school move, you know.

Hey, sending your friend into the, you know, in the locker room. Hey, tell me what she's thinking. I said, yeah, she's in for it. I think it's, what did your guy friend say? What a way to make a woman feel good. Yeah. I like your stuff. Hey, everyone.

It's me, Katie Couric. Did you know that I recently joined Substack? It's where I'll be sharing my unfiltered conversations with the people everyone's talking about. Journalists breaking news, politicians making it, actors we can't stop watching, experts, and a few unexpected voices who just might change the way you see the world. I'll also share what I'm reading, what I'm watching, what's making me roll my eyes, and what's giving me hope. It's a little news, a little opinion, and yes, the occasional curse word, because let's face it. it. Have you seen the headlines lately? So if you like smart takes, deep dives, and are also thinking, WTF is happening, search Katie Couric on Substack and hit subscribe. All of my

interviews and articles are free to help everyone stay informed. But if you want to join the group chat and hear my hottest takes, well, that's for premium users only. It's going to be so much fun. I can't wait to see you there. Again, search Katie Couric on Substack and hit subscribe for 25 years i've explored what it means to heal not just for myself but alongside others i'm mike delarocha this is sacred lessons a space for reflection growth and collective healing what do you tell men that are hurting right now everything's going to be okay on the other side you know just push through it and you know ironically the root of the word spirit is breath wow Which is why one of the most revolutionary acts that we can do as people just breathe.

Next to the wound is their gifts. You can't even find your gifts unless you go through the wound. That's the hard thing. You think, well, I'm going to get my gifts. I don't want to go through all that. You've got to go through the wounds you're laughing. Listening to other people's near-death experiences, and it's all they say. In conclusion, love is the answer.

Listen to Sacred Lessons as part of the My Coutura Podcast Network, available on the IHeart Radio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcast. Hi, Dr. Lori Santos from the Happiness Lab here. It's the season of giving, which is why my podcast is partnering with Give Directly, a nonprofit that provides people in extreme poverty with the cash they need. This year, we're taking part in the Pods Fight Poverty campaign. And it's not just the Happiness Lab. Some of my favorite podcasters are also taking part.

Think Jay Shetty from On Purpose, Dan Harris. from 10% happier, and Dave Desteno from How God Works and more. Our goal this year is to raise $1 million, which will help over 700 families in Rwanda living in extreme poverty. Here's how it works. You donate to give directly, and they put that cash directly into the hands of families in need, because those families know best what they need, whether it's buying livestock to fertilize their farm, paying school fees, or starting a small business. With that support, families can invest in their future and build lasting change. So join me and your favorite podcasters in the Pods Fight Poverty campaign. Head to give directly.org slash happiness lab to learn more and make a

contribution. And if you're a first time donor, giving multiplier will even match your gift. That's give directly.org slash happiness lab to donate. Hey, I'm Kelly. And some of you may know me as Laura Winslow. And I'm Telma, also known as Aunt Rachel. If those names ring a bell, then you probably are familiar with the show that we were both on back in the 90s called Family Matters. Kelly and I have done a lot of things and played a lot of roles over the years, but both of us are just so proud to have been part of Family Matters. Did you know that we were one of the longest running sitcoms with the black cast? When we were making the show, there were so many moments filled the joy and laughter and

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And Anna opens up about her own story, what helped her notice the patterns she was stuck in, and how she slowly started teaching her body that it is safe now. So when I got attacked, it was very random, four guys jumped out of a car and just started beating me and my friend. And they broke my jaw on my teeth. I was unconscious. Then I woke up and I screamed. And I screamed because even though I didn't know who I was or where I was, something in me was just like, hold on, wait, they could kill me.

And I'm not going to let that happen. I'm not going to let that happen. I'm going to get through this. And I did. Listen to a really good cry on the Iheart radio app, Apple Podcast, or wherever you get your podcast. Siket, what did your friend say? The guys. Look, all the guys from Jones season.

And we're all very, very, very, very close. And, you know, they applauded the relationship. Pascal was, you know, all hands down, as were all the other men and Jordan. Everyone gave me the thumbs up. I will say this, however, when I really start to develop deep feelings for Monica B, I struggle with, okay, who am I gonna call to sort of rationalize these feelings?

Like I'm walking through the aisle of the supermarket and they got the music playing. And if it's a romantic song, I'm standing in the middle of an aisle in the supermarket. And I get home and I'm like, who do I call to rationalize these feelings? I was going to call Pascal and I thought, no, probably not. So I called Mark Anderson and Mark spent 30 minutes on the phone with me. He had me crying like a baby, like, St.K., this is what we live for.

You're falling in love. Just fall, just lean into it. Let it go. Let it go. Let it go. Yes. And I'm a, I'm really. really feeling this?

You're feeling and I'm freezing, as in frozen. So we're at dinner the other day, and I told Mark, all those were at dinner, I told Mark, just from making me cry like that, you're paying for dinner, buddy. I mean, this is. Now, how did you get to know Mark so well? Well, you know, during the show, you know, and you all know this, during the show, you're only really close with certain people. Right.

And then after the show, you know, you start to develop closer friendships as you're, to have intimate conversations. And the one thing I really, really love about the relationship that we have with all the men is that if I call, they typically pick up the phone and they answer. Mark moved here to Southern California, and I wanted to welcome him and talk with him through it

and this, that, and the other. So if you ever talk to Mark nowadays, you're going to get another version of Mark because he used to be my own manner in the other day, he's like, these mofolds on his freeways out here or just like, Mark, is that you? I text him a couple weeks ago.

There was a rumor, you know, the stuff on on the social media and I said is it true that said that they were engaged and he said why who wants to know I go talk to me mark he said what I read isn't true but you never know so I think it's coming we got to have him on Kathy both of them but we've been asking you guys all the questions we're going to give it to you do you have any questions for Kathy or myself The Neiman Marcus phone number I'm happy to give to you before we hang on. So I just want to say that you guys are amazing. You are trailblazing, sitting the paths for us.

And I just thank you. You're everywhere. You're doing the thing. And just congratulations. Keep up the good work. Thanks, Monica. That's really sweet. Thank you.

I will echo and double down what Monica just said. I mean, I see the pictures of you all at these different events. And like, I feel proud that you all dress the way that you do. I mean, I love it. I love the, you know, you're not back in the 80s or 90s or even 2000. I mean, you're fashionable, you're fashion forward, and you're just out there doing your thing. And I applaud that. I mean, we're golden, but we're not dead.

So keep doing. Yeah, darn right. Somebody just made a comment I was receiving an award in Las Vegas being an officiant. And it was such an honor. And the dress that the designer said. for me to wear somebody said you're not 30 anymore susan how could you wear that when 9000 other comments came in like you rocked it you look elegant blah blah blah there's always one there's always one so we'll never dress like old people Susan i will i will ask you this so i'm going to ask

monica b if she could put her left hand up in front of the camera like this and there's a story behind what you see on her wrist all the way up Monica oh a beautiful watch a bracelet a bracelet yeah ask her to tell you about the watch okay tell us about hey Monica tell us about Monica our host of this podcast would like us to ask you the story of the watch well when I was visiting in California the last time I just I saw it on the table and I kept is this your darling because it looks good on me are you saying you took CK's watch it fits

it fits for me Monica I have watched Monica I love that I if I were you the next thing I'd be going through it's looking for his American Express card I have no problem Wait he bought her that beautiful necklace I love a man that likes to give gifts Susan Susan I know it wasn't that

That was so thoughtful. First date material. He bought it before he even met me. Susan, Kathy, here's the real story behind that watch. So what she said is true. That's half of it. The other half of it is she has the Gucci glasses. Now she's got my Gucci watch. The only thing missing is a Gucci purse, baby. I mean, so get busy. Okay, Valentine's Day is coming. Monica, did you say that the only missing is a Gucci purse? he said that he knows so look for it for Valentine's Day

make sure you get the right one TK I think you can get a better price if you buy two for one oh that's right I'll take the other one Monica you'll listen you can have CK he just has to buy me a nice present every once in a while

okay well Gucci has a brand new style out that I just saw for the summer it's the big with the white So I'll take that one. Just saying, oh, wow. We're giving gifts, but you guys are great. Thank you. We have had so much fun having you.

You are a wonderful guest. I, for one, and you know, C.K., you're a dear friend. I am so happy for both of you. Thank you. I know it's going to work out. You are fabulous together. Your smile, Monica, is raiding. It says everything.

And CK., you too. I don't think I've ever seen you smile like a cat with ear to ear. You can't even stop yourself. I love this. It was great having you on the podcast. I hope 2026 brings you both. Just love happiness and health. Thank you.

I love it. And we're Kathy and I are going to be out in L.A. Just for a minute, I'm doing a wedding out there. So maybe we could do dinner or something that night. Yeah, Monica, you can cook. Monica, you can cook. Yes. Well, not this time.

I'm not. I don't have a residence here yet. And C.K., we'll come to your house and you can leave all the Gucci handbags on the table. We'll just pick the one we want. just take one and you know what thank you to all the people listening to us i'm sure you're just as happy for this couple as we are make sure to follow bachelor happy hour as we have new episodes and new guests coming out all the time and you don't want to miss listen to bachelor happy hours golden hour on the iHeart radio app or wherever you get your podcast until next time have a great week enjoy

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