Love to See It with Emma and Claire
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
A snarky but affectionate dissection of the love we see on-screen – and what it says about all of us. Hosted by culture critics Emma Gray and Claire Fallon, Love To See It is a weekly podcast that recaps reality dating shows like “The Bachelor” and revisits the romantic movies that shape the way we date and love today. We laugh, we cry, we break down every juicy detail and unpack all the weird messages that pop culture sends us about love, sex, and dating.
Episodes
- Why We (Still) Watch ‘The Bachelor’ w/ Ilana Masad & Stevie K. Seibert Desjarlais
In this episode, Ilana Masad and Stevie K. Seibert Desjarlais discuss their new anthology, "Here For All The Reasons: Why We Watch The Bachelor." They talk about the book's creation, their relationship with the franchise, and why they cont…
- TFP & Dakota Back In Court, ‘Summer House’ Leaks & ‘Farmer Wants A Wife’ E2
This episode discusses the legal proceedings between Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen, including court updates and leaked audio. It also covers "Summer House" reunion leaks, Whitney Leavitt leaving "SLOMW," and a recap of the secon…
- The Great Bachelor Nation x Bravo Convergence w/Gibson Johns
This episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire features guest Gibson Johns discussing the increasing crossover of Bachelor Nation and Bravo reality TV personalities. They explore what this trend means for the future of reality televis…
- ‘Farmer Wants A Wife’ S4, ‘Summer House’ Audio Leak, The ‘SLOMW’ Spin-Off
This episode discusses "Farmer Wants A Wife" Season 4, featuring Heather Martin, and a "Summer House" reunion audio leak. It also covers updates from "Temptation Island," legal situations of Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen, and Je…
- ‘Temptation Island’ S2 E5-9: Dump Him!
This episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire recaps episodes 5-9 of Temptation Island Season 2. They discuss the drama, dates, and the couples' experiences leading up to the final bonfire.
- ‘Temptation Island’ S2 E1-4, More TFP & Dakota Mortensen News
This episode of Love to See It discusses the first four episodes of Temptation Island Season 2, focusing on the couples' relationship issues. It also covers updates on Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen, including allegations and leg…
- The Scamanda ‘Summer House’ Scandal For Dummies
This episode provides a breakdown of the recent Summer House relationship scandal involving Amanda Batula and West Wilson. The hosts discuss the history of the show's dynamics and how the news of this romantic involvement has affected the…
- Presenting Puck News | The Powers That Be Daily
Journalist Peter Hamby and the Puck team discuss current affairs and insider perspectives from the worlds of Wall Street, Washington, Silicon Valley, and Hollywood. The show is presented in partnership with Audacy as part of the daily Powe…
- A Quick Dip Into ‘Love Overboard’ & ‘Bachelor Mansion Takeover'
In this episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire, the hosts discuss the reality shows Love Overboard on Hulu and Bachelor Mansion Takeover on HGTV.
- Jessi Draper On CHD & More Taylor and Dakota News
Jessi Draper discusses her marriage to Jordan Ngatikaura and her recent interview on Call Her Daddy. The episode also covers updates on Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen, along with rumors regarding the future of The Bachelorette.
- Unpacking ‘The Bachelorette’ Cancellation
Emma and Claire discuss the cancellation of the 22nd season of The Bachelorette following reports involving Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen. The episode examines the network's role, the portrayal of reality TV stars, and viewer re…
- ‘Bachelorette’ S22 Cast Bios: Mama’s Boys & Cowboy Cosplayers
The hosts review the cast bios for Taylor Frankie Paul's season of The Bachelorette, discussing the backgrounds of the twenty-two contestants. They also cover the recent Bachelorette reunion special and the official social media announceme…
- ‘Love Is Blind’ S10 Reunion: Bad Bad Ohio Boys
The hosts discuss the Love Is Blind Season 10 reunion, covering drama involving participants like Chris, Alex, and Amber while noting updates on contestant relationships and the Lacheys' questioning style.
- ‘Love Is Blind’ S10 E12: Four Weddings And An Evisceration
Emma and Claire discuss the weddings, break-ups, and dramatic outcomes of the Love Is Blind season 10 finale. The episode also covers pod squad updates, including revelations about Devonta and an apology from Alex.
- Jess & Emma From ‘Love Is Blind’ Open Up & ‘The Traitors’ Reunion Highlights
This bonus episode of Love to See It features a discussion on The Traitors reunion and interviews with Love Is Blind contestants Emma Betsinger and Jessica Barrett regarding their experiences on the show.
- ‘The Traitors’ S4 Finale: You Reap What You Sow
In this episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire, the hosts recap the finale of The Traitors season 4. The discussion covers the gameplay of Johnny, Tara, Maura, Rob, and Eric.
- ‘Love Is Blind’ S10 E10-11: Four Seasons Total Crashout
Emma and Claire discuss recent Love Is Blind Ohio developments, including off-screen news, contestant interviews, and audience reactions. They also review the show's latest episodes, covering the mixer, wedding fittings, and pre-altar date…
- ‘The Traitors’ S4 E10: The Faithfuls Fall Apart
In this penultimate episode of The Traitors season 4, Tara struggles to act on her intuition as Rob and Maura continue to exert influence. Emma and Claire discuss the events that make stopping Rob seem increasingly unlikely.
- ‘Love Is Blind’ S10 E7-9: No Flying F**ks Given (PART 2)
In the second part of a two-part recap, hosts discuss episodes 7-9 of Love Is Blind season 10. The conversation covers the couples' return to Ohio, evolving relationship dynamics, and individual behaviors among the participants.
- ‘Love Is Blind’ S10 E7-9: No Flying F**ks Given (PART 1)
In this first part of a two-part recap, Emma and Claire discuss episodes 7-9 of Love Is Blind season 6, covering the couples' return to Ohio and emerging conflicts throughout the group. They highlight specific relationships and dynamics, q…
- ‘The Traitors’ S4 E9: Old BFFs & Baby Traitors
This episode discusses the latest developments in The Traitors, focusing on Johnny's gameplay following Candiace's banishment, his alliance with Tara, and Eric's experience as a new Traitor. The hosts also analyze the dynamics of the remai…
- ‘Love Is Blind’ S10 E4-6: Eye Contact Is Dangerous
This episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire covers episodes 4-6 of Love Is Blind season 10. The hosts discuss the participants reaching their decisions, the subsequent engagements, and the start of honeymoon trips to Cabo and Malib…
- ‘Love Is Blind’ S10 E1-3: Welcome To O-H! I-O!
Emma and Claire discuss the first three episodes of Love Is Blind season 10, which takes place in Ohio. They break down the show's numerous new contestants and the developing relationships in the experiment.
- Chris Harrison’s Creepy New Dating Show & ‘The Traitors’ S4 E8 w/Peter Shamshiri
Peter Shamshiri joins the show to recap episode 8 of The Traitors, discussing the Candiace versus Rob conflict and the game's recruitment. The episode also includes a discussion about the casting announcement for Chris Harrison’s new datin…
- ‘The Traitors’ S4 E7: A Bloody Banquet
This episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire discusses the seventh episode of The Traitors, focusing on the conflict within the traitors' alliance. The hosts analyze the shifting dynamics between contestants including Rob, Candiace,…
- Colton Underwood Backlash, Reality Stars Speak Out About MN, & 2 Big Divorces
This episode covers a range of reality television news, including reality stars speaking on ICE operations in Minneapolis, as well as drama surrounding The Traitors, The Golden Bachelor, Summer House, and Love Is Blind. The hosts also disc…
- ‘The Traitors’ S4 E6: She’s Lisa F***kin Rinna!
In this episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire, the hosts discuss the events of The Traitors season 4, episode 6, covering conflicts between Colton and Lisa Rinna, Johnny Weir’s gameplay, and Rob Rausch’s strategic struggles.
- What ‘Heated Rivalry’ Can Teach Us (And Reality Shows) About Romance
The hosts discuss the popularity of the gay hockey romance novel "Heated Rivalry," exploring what its success reveals about female desire, healthy masculinity, and human sexuality. The episode also considers lessons that reality dating sho…
- ‘The Traitors’ S4 E4-5: Conniving, Colluding, Commiserating
Emma and Claire discuss episodes four and five of The Traitors, covering the latest challenges, roundtable developments, and shifting dynamics among the players.
- ‘The Traitors’ S4 E1-3: The Last Great American Dynasty
This episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire discusses the first three episodes of The Traitors US Season 4, highlighting new twists, the mystery Traitor, and contestant Michael Rapaport's behavior.
- 2026 Housekeeping & ‘The Traitors’ Cast Preview
In this episode, the hosts discuss updates to their release schedule to cover the new season of The Traitors. They also share their excitement for the upcoming season of Love Is Blind and provide a preview of the season 4 cast of The Trait…
- Mailbag: Top Reality Scandals Of 2025, ‘Bachelor’ Mysteries, ‘Mormon Wives’ Takeover & That ‘Summer House’ Trailer
In this mailbag episode, the hosts answer listener questions covering topics such as dream Bachelor casting, Bravo shows like Vanderpump Rules and Summer House, the popularity of Mormon Wives, and major reality TV moments of 2025.
- ‘Notting Hill’ Brings The Coziest End-Of-Year Vibes w/Zach Stafford (Encore)
Hosts Emma and Claire are joined by Zach Stafford to revisit their discussion of the romantic comedy Notting Hill. They break down the film, which follows the relationship between a bookstore owner and a famous actress.
- ‘When Harry Met Sally’ Is A Perfect Rom-Com Thanks To Rob And Michele Reiner (Encore)
This episode revisits the film When Harry Met Sally and discusses the influence of director Rob Reiner and photographer Michele Singer Reiner on the movie and the rom-com genre. The episode features an updated introduction reflecting on th…
- Cindy Cullers Of ‘Golden Bachelor’ Is Taking The High Road
The hosts interview Cindy Cullers, runner-up of season 2 of The Golden Bachelor. They discuss her experience on the show, her reflections on Mel, and her thoughts on post-show events.
- ‘Sense and Sensibility’ (1995) Is A Perfect Picture Postcard w/Erin Darke
In this episode, guest Erin Darke joins the hosts to revisit the 1995 Jane Austen adaptation Sense and Sensibility. They discuss the film’s production history, its cast, and the elements that have kept the movie popular three decades after…
- ‘The Danish Deception,’ A ‘Love Is Blind’ Divorce, And 2 ‘Bachelor’ Breakups
This episode covers recent reality television news, including the controversy surrounding Onyeka Ehie's 'The Danish Deception,' breakups involving former 'Bachelor' contestants, and the divorce of Alexa and Brennon Lemieux from 'Love Is Bl…
- ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’ Works Better Than It Should w/Arden Myrin
Arden Myrin joins hosts Emma and Claire to discuss the 1994 romantic comedy Four Weddings and a Funeral. They examine the film's lasting appeal despite criticisms of the central love story and the protagonist's character.
- ‘The Bachelorette’ Casting Sneak Peek
Emma and Claire preview the upcoming season of The Bachelorette by reviewing the casting list of 26 potential contestants. They discuss the backgrounds of the men, noting a common theme of faith and cowboy aesthetics, along with one contes…
- News & Gossip: Mel’s Petty Press Tour and Taylor Frankie Paul Filming Leaks
This episode covers recent Bachelor Nation news, including post-season interviews with the Golden Bachelor's final couple and leaks regarding the filming of Taylor Frankie Paul's season of The Bachelorette. Ashley I.'s role on The Real Hou…
- Introducing How We Made Your Mother Season 2!
This episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire introduces the second season of the podcast How We Made Your Mother, where Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas revisit the series How I Met Your Mother. They discuss the show's legacy and their…
- ‘Golden Bachelor’ S2 Finale: Love Is Not A Football Game
In this episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire, the hosts discuss the conclusion of the Golden Bachelor finale, focusing on the interactions between Mel, Cindy, and Peg.
- ‘Golden Bachelor’ S2 Fantasy Suites: Two Good, Great Women
In this episode of Love to See It with Emma and Claire, the hosts discuss the penultimate episode of Mel's Golden Bachelor journey as he reaches the fantasy suites with Peg and Cindy. They examine the final interactions and Mel's emotional…
- Gerry Turner’s New ‘Golden’ Memoir Is Laced With Bitterness
Emma and Claire discuss Gerry Turner’s memoir, "Golden Years: What I’ve Learned from Love, Loss, and Reality TV," focusing on his experiences on The Golden Bachelor. The hosts examine his claims about his time on the show and his past marr…
- ‘Love Is Blind’ S9 Reunion: Let Them Eat Shake(s)
Emma and Claire discuss the Love Is Blind Season 9 reunion, covering the cast's revelations, updates, and final Friends and Enemies rankings.
- ‘Golden Bachelor’ S2 WTA: Give Us The Lemon Bar Timeline w/Leslie Fhima
Leslie Fhima joins the hosts to discuss the Golden Bachelor season 2 Women Tell All episode. They analyze the season's drama, specific contestant moments, and the lack of clarity regarding the lemon bar incident.
- ‘Golden Bachelor’ S2 Hometowns: 3 Women, 0 Reassurances w/Lisa Belkin
In this episode, Emma and Claire are joined by Lisa Belkin to discuss the hometown dates of Mel's remaining three women on Golden Bachelor season two. They analyze Mel's underwhelming reactions during family meetings and his hesitation to…
- ‘Love Is Blind’ S9 Finale: Runaway Bride(s)
Emma and Claire discuss the season finale of Love Is Blind season nine, covering the final couples, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and recent cast news.
- Get Undomesticated
Candiace Dillard Bassett and Michael Arceneaux discuss their podcast Undomesticated, covering viral social media trends, celebrity news, and pop culture commentary.
- Madison & Kait From ‘LIB’ S9 Are Ready To Spill
Madison and Kait from Love Is Blind season 9 join Love to See It to discuss their experiences on the show. They reflect on their time in the pods, their relationships with Joe and Nick, and their reactions to recent episodes.