When America’s Next Top Model premiered in the early 2000s, it looked like a golden ticket: a glamorous TV show that could catapult aspiring models into fame. But two decades later, many contestants describe its aftermath as a curse. Hosted by pop-culture journalist Bridget Armstrong, Curse of: America’s Next Top Model is a deep investigation into the hidden costs of reality television, and what the show’s legacy reveals about beauty, power, and the culture that cheered it on. Through conversations with dozens of former contestants, producers and crew members, Curse of: America’s Next Top Model explores what happened behind the scenes on one of the most iconic and problematic reality shows of our generation. The series starts off by exploring how ANTM almost didn’t get made. You’ll get the real story behind the show’s most infamous controversies. Then, the models and producers pull back the curtain and talk about how the most outrageous photoshoots and runaways came together. You’ll hear from contestants who say ANTM saved their lives and from those who say it ruined theirs. The contestants also talk about how the body shaming they experienced on the show caused lifelong scars. Finally, we try to answer the question, is Tyra Banks the ultimate reality television villain? Curse of: America’s Next Top Model takes you on an investigative journey to figure out if the so-called curse is real? And if so, what was the toll on the models, and us, the audience? Listen here and subscribe to Curse of: America’s Next Top Model on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Harsh Realities and Never-Ending Puberty | Golden Hour
Today on “Golden Hour,” we’re getting real as we dish out some tough advice! Sometimes you just need a firm push to do what’s best for you, and today’s episode is definitely delivering that. We kick things off with our question of the day: What do you think settling in a relationship looks like and is it always destined for failure? Then, we dive into your questions! If you’ve ever struggled with crippling shyness or delivering a much-needed rejection to a guy who just can’t take a hint, today’s episode is for you. Plus, we end with a new segment: Girl Chat, where we discuss something impacting women of all ages. Today, we’re chatting about body changes and breaking down the myths women have been told about their bodies. We also discuss body image and healing our insecurities, so please listen with caution. 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.
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Wells Adams Talks Reunion Drama and What’s Next for ‘Paradise'
Today on “Happy Hour,” Wells is here to chat through all things “Paradise”! Now that the season is over AND the reunion is out, Wells is here to give us his closing thoughts on everything that went down this summer. He tells us all about his POV through the highs and lows of the journey. We gotta circle back to those crazy pills — what really went down when the beach turned on Brian? We also get his perspective on the reunion and what his expectations were going into it; were there any receipts all along? Plus, we get Wells’ take on what’s to come for “Bachelor in Paradise” and what he’d like to see next season. 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.
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Hakeem’s Self-Love Journey | Golden Hour
Today on “Golden Hour,” we have Hakeem from this season of “Paradise”! Before we bring him in, we're chatting all about the big Bachelorette news! Kathy and Susan dish their thoughts on Taylor Frankie Paul and the season to come. Then, we bring in Hakeem! He’s here to get real about his time at the beach and dish out some advice to our listeners. We kick things off with “Paradise” as Hakeem tells us about how he prepared for the journey, his mentality going into it, and his thoughts on his early elimination. Then, we hear all of his updates post-show! From modeling to what’s next for him romantically, he’s telling all. Next, we dive into our advice portion, starting with the question of the day: Which do you prefer — grand gestures or everyday small gestures? We discuss our latest listener write in: What do I do when my best friend doesn’t like my girlfriend, but she’s my first relationship and I love her? 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.
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Bailey & Jeremy on Life After Paradise; Taylor Frankie Paul Bachelorette News
Today on “Happy Hour,” we’re joined by “Paradise” lovebirds Bailey and Jeremy! After a long journey of highs and lows, the two are here to tell us all about their connection, what’s to come, and so much more. Before our guests arrive, we start things off with the big news: Taylor Frankie Paul is the Bachelorette! Then, we bring in Jeremy & Bailey and kick things off, discussing the difficult parts of their journey and how they were able to support each other. They tell us how they navigated watching back the toughest parts, as well as the backlash they experienced online. Then, we get into everything that went down at the reunion. Where do they stand with Alexe and Andrew today? What were some moments that surprised them? Was anything left unsaid? Plus, we get to know all about meeting friends and family, their upcoming New York move, where they stand with Susie, and advice they have for future “Paradise” couples. 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.
Bachelor Nation, can we steal you for a second?! The one and only official Bachelor Nation podcast is here! Hosted by “Bachelor In Paradise” Season 7 newlyweds Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt, “Bachelor Happy Hour” takes you behind the scenes with all things Bachelor Nation. Joe and Serena talk to current cast members who reveal first-hand details about what really goes on at the iconic Bachelor Mansion and they’ve got all the inside information about “The Bachelor,” “The Bachelorette,” and “Bachelor in Paradise” that you simply won’t hear anywhere else. From chatting with fellow franchise alumni to doling out relationship advice and sharing exclusive material, you’ll find it all on “Bachelor Happy Hour.” Welcome to your new home for all things Bachelor Nation! Be sure to tune-in on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You won’t want to miss it!
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