Playing the Field: A Bachelor Podcast

"Bachelor in Paradise's" Leslie Fhima gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the beach. Plus, Jason Tartick answers those "Bachelor" rumors and Ryan and Gina have thoughts on Sean's attempt at alliances. It's all on "Playing The Field: A Bachelor Podcast." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You may remember Jason Tartick from his stint on "The Bachelorette" years ago. He was vying for Becca Kufrin's heart on season 14 of the show back in 2018. He came in third. But, following that he actually got engaged to a different "Bachelorette," Kaitlyn Bristowe, a couple of years after her season ended. Their engagement was broken off in 2023. Since his time on reality television, Tartick, went back to his financial roots and has been helping couples navigate love and the role money plays in relationships. He's written two books called "Restart Roadmap Rewire and Reset Your Career" and "Talk Money to Me: The 8 Essential Financial Questions to Discuss with Your Partner." Tartick said that he's been watching this season of "Bachelor in Paradise," and he has some advice for whoever wins the show's $500,000 prize. "Now with Paradise we have this money pool, $500,000 on the line. I think it's great because you are kind of forcing these conversations, really important conversations that we should be having anyway," Tartick said. "So for whoever does win it, I think the biggest thing is you can't decide what you are going to do with the money or how you are going to do it, or what percentage goes where until you understand everyone, and each individual's relationship with money." When it comes to whether or not he'd do reality television again, possibly being the next "Bachelor," he didn't rule it out. "I always say like, you never say never, but I will say since like I don't know what was it, like the last two years there have been five different shows that have approached me to go on and my desire to go back on reality tv is quite low right now, so never say never, but I'd prefer if I was going to go back in for it to be a competition like show but you never know," Tartick said. There's a growing social media buzz calling for him to be the next "Bachelor," but he said he didn't realize that. "That's news to me! Some people have sent me these articles that are like these rumors but, yeah, I don't know where all that stuff comes from," he said. In fact, he said his mom started to joke that he was getting too old for the regular "Bachelor" series. "My mom was joking around saying, 'Bachelor! You're 36! They have a Golden Bachelor, maybe they'll have a Silver Bachelor, I thought that was pretty funny," Tartick said. You can always get more relationship and finance advice on his podcast: Trading Secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we've got a special guest on "Playing the Field" that we've wanted to talk to since Jenn Tran's season of "The Bachelorette," Sam McKinney! He appeared on this season of "Bachelor in Paradise" and went on a date with Jess, who we know is paired up with Spencer. But, it turns out, he was hoping to see Alli Jo, and they missed each other on the show by one day. Sam talks to Ryan, Jen, and Gina all about his time on "The Bachelorette," the perception and editing of his time on that show, and how he feels people see him now. He hoped for redemption; did he get it? People seem to love that he's found a great relationship with Alli Jo. She slid into his DM's after "Bachelor in Paradise" and they've been going strong ever since. Sam talks about their bright future and what he hopes people will see from them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on “Playing the Field,” Ryan is back with Jen to talk about this week’s episode and decipher “Bro Code.” Gina Sirico is off, but will be back later this week with some amazing interviews.(Warning: Spoilers Below)We see the “Bachelor in Paradise” contestants go through the “Secret Rendezvous” relationship test. Lea and Jonathon win and stay safe, while this week, the other contestants will have to vote to say which man (and his partner) will be eliminated from the show.Brian tries to use a match with Bailey in the game as an opportunity to talk to her, but things don’t go as he planned. Ultimately, he nearly gets him and Parisa eliminated over his decision to talk to Bailey about what Jeremy had said about Susie, and the fact that he had called her to ask her back to the show.Kim and Faith end up getting eliminated, and now we’re down to just one “Golden” couple.Later this week, we’ll chat with former “Bachelorette” contestant Jason Tartick, and Sam M. who you know will keep the main thing, the main thing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on "Playing the Field," the podcast team got to speak with Alli Jo from "Bachelor in Paradise" about her bombshell relationship announcement. She and Sam M., also from "Paradise" and "The Bachelorette," went public with their newfound love. She's now his "main thing." Alli Jo spoke with Jen Matarese and Gina Sirico all about how she and Sam connected, even though they narrowly missed each other on the show. Alli Jo says she and Sam M. have been an official couple for four months now. Another "Bachelor Nation" success story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan Field is back from his time off and reunited with Jen Matarese and Gina Sirico to talk about the latest happenings in "Paradise." Let the games begin! "Bachelor in Paradise" is now a competition for love and money and Gary made a bad bet. In a relationship gambling game, he and Leslie were tied at the top until his final bet cost him half of his chips, and the competition. His poor betting decision eventually led to their elimination. Bailey and Jeremy came out on top in the game and that gave Bailey the power to eliminate a couple while saving two from the bottom three. Brian and Parisa worked to continue their relationship, despite Brian being annoyed at Parisa's questions and even her compliments of him. Plus, when it comes to playing the game, is Jonathon doing it all wrong? Lea seemed to have some interest him, but he told everyone, but her that they were just friends. In the end, she gave him the rose and said, "You're welcome." Meantime, the "Goldens" were all having a great time. Kim and Faith found a romantic connection, and Kathy and Keith continued to have a strong bond. The team looks ahead to next week and talks about what they think could happen once Brian tells Bailey about Jeremy's quest to get Susie back and what he said about her after their date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've got a bonus "Playing the Field" this week minus one Mr. Field. Ryan is on vacation, but, Gina Sirico had the chance to talk to Jonathon Johnson about his time on "Bachelor in Paradise." Jen Matarese and Gina go through what he had to say about the women, why he's in the friend zone, and our hopes for our favorite "Medium King." Next, it's the voice of reason, Wells Adams! Gina, because she has the best job ever, spoke with Wells about the "Goldens" and how he thinks all the contestants with strong relationships will fare now that the competition is changing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on "Playing the Field," Gina Sirico and Jen Matarese were joined by "Bachelor in Paradise" star Susie Evans! Ryan Field is on vacation this week and will return. In episode 5, we saw the arrival of "The Golden Bachelor's" Faith. She became a hot commodity among the three remaining "Golden" men, but when presented with a date card, she decided to share horseback riding with Kathy.Lea decided to go on a date with Jonathon. But, can he overcome the fact that he was spitting coconut?Susie talks to the team about her time on the show, her relationship with Justin, and where things are now. She also weighs in on Jeremy's feelings for her and what she thought of that phone call. Susie also helps breakdown what relationships she thinks could have staying power post "Paradise." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have special edition this week of “Playing the Field.” April Kirkwood from “Bachelor in Paradise” joins Ryan Field, Jen Matarese, and Gina Sirico to talk about her time on the show. We all saw her give her rose to Jonathon. But she revealed, not everyone was happy with that decision! She talks about that infamous kiss with Jack, and her reasoning for giving Jonathon another chance to find love. Also, April delves into the comments that upcoming “Golden Bachelor” Mel Owens said in an interview about dating older women. She doesn’t hold back her thoughts! Finally, if you’re feeling down, you’ll want to hear the amazing blessing that April bestowed on our podcast team! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Playing the Field" tackles episode four of "Bachelor in Paradise" with Ryan Field, Jen Matarese and Gina Sirico.Does April really like "fresh meat" or is she just a good friend to Jonathon? The team also talks about the drama between Kat and Dale. Should he have told her about his non kissing booth kiss? Or was the fact that he "deaded it" enough? Also, Gary finds himself in the middle of a "Golden" love triangle. Natascha wanted to spend more time with him, but he decided to take Leslie on a date, and they hit it off. Do these two have staying power? The team shares their thoughts. The morning after the rose ceremony was awkward after Natascha gave her rose to Gary, who was interested in Leslie, who then gave her rose to Captain Kim!Ryan, Jen, and Gina share their thoughts on the captain's poem for Leslie! We had some exciting new arrivals and a preview that promises to completely change the show as we know it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina bring you a special second podcast episode with Kathy Swarts! Kathy, a podcaster herself on "The Golden Hour" which is part of "Bachelor Happy Hour," took some time to talk about her stay in "Paradise." This week we saw Kathy win a trip to the "Bachelor in Paradise" VIP suite! She talks all about how she won the challenge, the story behind it, and why she picked Keith to enjoy it with her. Kathy also digs into the possible connection between Jonathon and April, and what we can expect to see next week. Will Jonathon make a senior love connection or will it be an alliance? Kathy says we'll have to watch to find out more! Also, Kathy shares her thoughts on the younger cast members and what she thinks about their prospects. As an alumnus of "The Golden Bachelor" Kathy revealed her thoughts on the new "Golden Bachelor" Mel, and his words on women over 60. She thinks that he said some of the comments in jest, but suggested that he needs to get to know her. Kathy also predicted that once he's in the "Bachelor Mansion" he'll fall in love because you just can't help it in that atmosphere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina talk about the change in dynamics as the men hand out the roses this week on "Bachelor in Paradise." Couplings change and new contestants make their way to the beach. Parisa shakes things up between Brian and Zoe, and Alli Jo tries her best to establish a relationship. Later, Jill and Susie from Clayton's season deal make new connections as the latter deals with a not-so-old heartbreak. Also, Gina spoke with Jess about her relationship with Spencer and her time on the show so far. You won't want to miss this new interview! Stay with us as we preview Tuesday's big arrival of "The Goldens" to the beach! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices