The Ben and Ashley I Almost Famous Podcast

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  The Most Dramatic Book Club Ever: Happily Ever After: The Life-Changing Power of A Grateful Heart by Trista Sutter 12.10.2026 42min

  This month we sit down with “Almost Famous” crew member and author, Trista Sutter, to talk about her book Happily Ever After: The Life-Changing Power of A Grateful Heart.  From finding gratitude during grief, to self-reflection on our outward appearance and beauty as we age, to life altering moments that change our outlook forever - Trista shares what went into this book and how she feels about it now, 13 years later. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  How Chill is UCSB Rush? 10.10.2026 32min

  We went to Santa Barbara to see how the Gauchos do it!To say this is the opposite of other schools we have visited is an understatement! This rush is relaxed, chill, only a small percentage of students participate…what’s the sorority scene like when you’re by the ocean in Isla Vista?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Single and Home This Weekend? You’ll Wanna Watch These! 10.10.2026 51min

  Life isn’t always “happily ever after” - and sometimes it’s great to watch a movie or TV show that gets it! Our Bachelor Nation alums Bob, Joan, and DeAnna are telling you the BEST movie and TV show recommendations if you are single and looking for the perfect solo date at home this weekend! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Video killed the sorority star 10.10.2026 34min

  You’ve seen the videos on your feed over and over again.  Dances, skits, it’s like MTV and Broadway on Sorority Row!  How do these get made you ask??? Well, meet the man behind the camera…and boy does he have STORIES!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why A "Summer House" Star Hasn’t Filed For Divorce, What Gypsy Rose Is Going Through, and a RHOSLC Files For Divorce 08.10.2026 36min

  True crime, divorce, and dating - chapter two for some public figures is easier than others! Joan Vassos and Kathy Swarts are bringing you the latest headlines! Why has “Summer House” star Kyle Cooke not filed for divorce? What is going on with Gypsy Rose?? And a RHOSLC star just filed for divorce after more than a decade of marriage.  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Just a Sweet Sweet Fantasy Baby (DWTS S35 Ep 5 Recap) 07.10.2026 1t 5min

  DeAnna and Trista are hitting the high notes to recap Mariah Carey night on Dancing with the Stars season 35! Trista has her eyes set on Ezra Frech to take home the Mirrorball after a chill-inducing performance, and DeAnna is left fuming after Guillermo survives another week… what is going on?? Plus, Trista and DeAnna try to figure out if the judges are scoring too generously and they react to Tyler Cameron being called the wrong name… again!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Roses for Ratings (Q&A) 06.10.2026 43min

  Ben and Ashley are ready to answer all of your questions and nothing is off limits!We get into the shocking Dancing with the Stars elimination, the origin story of the Almost Famous Podcast, and all the drama around Warner Brothers and Chris Harrison’s new dating show!Plus, Ashley reveals her own rose colored cease and desist with a former Bachelor contestant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Ben Says "I Do”! 06.10.2026 37min

  Ben is getting back into romance TV! He hangs out with two of the couples from his new show “I Do”, and we hear about their hopes and their fears jumping head first into an untested destination wedding! One couple opens up about the “post-wedding blues” while another shares their unconventional love story.  Plus, find out what was the biggest challenge throughout the whole process!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Gilded Rager (RHUGT EP 9 Recap) 06.10.2026 30min

  The Real Housewives throw a Gilded Age–themed finale at Bluestone Manor, leaving Ben and Lauren mystified by a random fan lingering in Vicki’s hotel room!We finally see Ashley and her Rhode Island cast…and it’s not without drama and awkward greetings. Plus, you’ll never believe which Housewife claims to eat Wendy’s three times a day!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Breaking News: The conversation continues with Dr. Hillary Goldsher 04.10.2026 35min

  This episode discusses sexual violence, which may be difficult or triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, support is available through the RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE (4673) or rainn.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Breaking News: A conversation about Cornell 04.10.2026 42min

  This episode discusses sexual violence, which may be difficult or triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, support is available through the RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE (4673) or rainn.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  What’s it like to be a KKG but your mom is a RHOC?! 03.10.2026 14min

  Shannon Storms Beador returns, this time, to reveal the trial and tribulations when your daughter’s going through rush.  How did Shannon feel when her daughter chose not to be in the same house as her mother??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  It’s Getting Hot in Here with Richard Marx and Daisy Fuentes 03.10.2026 1t 17min

  Richard Marx and Daisy Fuentes invite sexologist Shan Boodram to answer their burning questions about sex during menopause, intimacy after divorce, and answer your questions! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Shannon Storms Beador President Alpha Chi Omega USC 03.10.2026 22min

  Before she was stirring up trouble on the Real Housewife of Orange County, Shannon Storms Beador was a sorority girl.  We find out if it was in the sorority dining room where she first coined the phrase “this isn’t my plate you, b**ch”. Don’t miss as Shannon Storms Beador gets REAL about going Greek.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  You Don’t Want To Miss Any of This 02.10.2026 17min

  September might be over, but make sure you didn’t miss anything before we drop new content!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  DWTS is Messy For This, And A Bachelor Bridezilla! 01.10.2026 19min

  Ben and Ashley are bringing the latest headlines in Bachelor Nation! DWTS was stirring the pot this week in the ballroom, a Bachelor's upcoming wedding plans are on pause, and an alumni is contemplating starting a family!  Plus, who was hanging out with Joe Jonas?? Hint: it wasn't Ashley! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Sharon Stone, Gwyneth Paltrow, Drew Barrymore, and MORE Say What They Learned From Divorce 01.10.2026 46min

  Celebrities like Sharon Stone, Gwyneth Paltrow, Drew Barrymore, and Valerie Bertinelli are vulnerably sharing what divorce taught them - you need to hear this!  Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Can Julia Stiles Save the Last Dance? (DWTS S35 Ep 4 Recap) 30.09.2026 57min

  Cue the smooth guitar because it’s Yacht Rock night on Dancing with the Stars!  DeAnna is relieved because Tyler Cameron is safe for another week… but Trista agrees that his jive seems off, and his large frame might be his biggest challenge.  Plus, Trista reveals her pick to win the entire season and we try to figure out if the judges are being too soft on superstar Julia Stiles!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Be Honest, Am I Being Obnoxious? (RHUGT EP 8 Recap) 28.09.2026 37min

  The Real Housewives gather for a snowy Halloween party featuring a mentalist, which leaves Ben and Lauren just as mystified as Luann!We get into the awkward silence when Luann asks a question she may not want the answer to, and you’ll never believe Ben’s hidden talent!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  A highly secretive BTS operation happening in backrooms and basements of sorority houses. 26.09.2026 25min

  Now to TCU where they call it LOGISTICS! What happens before school even starts and is there anything you can do to influence your standing?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.