Playing the Field: A Bachelor Podcast
Are you a member of "Bachelor Nation”? Well, you’ve found the right podcast. Ryan Field, a sports anchor at ABC7 in New York, is a big “Bachelor” fan. He’s hosting a new podcast, “Playing the Field,” along with some "Bachelor" experts from the ABC stations, where they’ll break down each episode and dish on the latest news from Bachelor Nation. Will Grant find love? We've got some thoughts on that and we can't wait to bring our discussion to you weekly. We promise, we're here for the right reasons! Follow us now and never miss an episode.
Episodes
April 25, 2025 • 26 mins
This week on "Playing the Field," Gina Sirico headed to the "Get Real" event for Hulu! Gina and Jen Matarese talk about all the "Bachelor" bombshell announcements made at the event. Ryan Field is off this week.
First up, Susan from "The Golden Bachelor" has a new love! Also, the much-anticipated return of "Bachelor in Paradise" is upon us. There's some big news there: Wells Adams is returning as your favorite bartender and Hannah ...
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March 25, 2025 • 29 mins
Grant chose to get engaged to Juliana in the big “Bachelor” finale. “Playing the Field’s” Ryan Field, Jen Matarese, and Gina Sirico talk to the happy couple about what’s next for them. Grant and Juliana detail their big move to Boston, plans to travel to Italy, and recap their time on the show.
The podcast team also talks about Grant’s breakup with Litia – she did not let him off the hook. Then, they preview the upcoming summer se...
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March 17, 2025 • 28 mins
This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina recap Grant's fantasy suites! "The Bachelor" first spent time with his remaining three women, Juliana, Litia, and Zoe, during the day on a fantasy date.
Later, he offered each woman the chance to get to know him better in the fantasy suites. Litia said that getting intimate was off the table. Will that make a difference in his feelings for her?
During one of his dates, Grant d...
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March 11, 2025 • 52 mins
This week on “Playing the Field” it was time for “The Bachelor” Grant to see all of his ex-girlfriends at “The Women Tell All.” Gina Sirico attended the taping and shares some new interviews with the women as she along with Ryan and Jen recap the episode.
Carolina was there and ready to make her presence known. She is confronted by the women as she attempts to get closure from Grant. Did she succeed?
Also, we get a look at Fant...
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March 7, 2025 • 28 mins
We have a special episode of “Playing the Field” with “The Bachelor” himself, Grant Ellis! Grant spoke to Ryan, Jen, and Gina about the tough decision to send Dina home after hometowns week. He also talked about connecting with the families of his three remaining women. Plus, coming up on Monday it’s time for “The Women Tell All.” All of your favorite women from this season, minus your top three, will be in attendance. Most notably...
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March 3, 2025 • 22 mins
Did one woman's inability to get her family to participate during her hometown dates raise a red flag to Grant? This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina dissect Grant's hometown dates on "The Bachelor."
Grant seems to fit in well with Juliana and Dina's big families, and he also got to meet some of Zoe's extended family as well as her sister. However, when it came time for Dina's hometown date, her family refused to p...
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February 26, 2025 • 27 mins
We have a special episode of "Playing the Field" featuring a new interview with Parisa from "The Bachelor." She made it into Grant's top 10 before being eliminated. She talks to Jen and Gina about her time on the show, her favorite times with Grant, and whether or not she saw this breakup coming. After all, he had just given her some special rocks from Spain!
Coming up next week, it's time for hometown dates. We get Parisa's though...
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February 24, 2025 • 26 mins
Dina spoke to Grant about Carolina on "The Bachelor" and it made a big impact. Was he right to listen to her opinion? This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina dive into that and take a look at the way Grant narrowed the field to his final four women. Did he make the right choices?
Also, was Carolina her own worst enemy? Was it just too little too late when it came to talking to Grant? Juliana and Litia had dream one-on...
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February 17, 2025 • 28 mins
This week on “Playing the Field,” we talk about Grant’s top 10 women as he travels with them to Madrid, Spain! Carolina continues to dominate his attention, but is it her fault? Jen and Gina think it is, but Ryan gives her the benefit of the doubt. We also get host Jesse Palmer’s hot take on it!
After two 1-on-1 dates and one fun group date, Grant narrows the field to seven. We discuss Grant’s decisions and if he’s headed toward ...
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February 10, 2025 • 51 mins
"The Bachelor" host Jesse Palmer joins us on "Playing the Field" this week. Ryan Field, Jen Matarese, and Gina Sirico ask the rosemaster all about the future of the franchise after news that "The Bachelorette" will not return this year. Will something else take its place? Also, what is Jesse's take on "The Bachelor" Grant's decisions so far? What advice did he give him along the way?
Then, we'll take a look at week three in Grant's...
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February 3, 2025 • 28 mins
Drama is back! If you were used to the peaceful "Golden" times, that's over! The women of the "The Bachelor" on Grant's season are ready to fight for his heart. This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina talk about Grant's first one-on-one date and his first group dates. They share their thoughts on the drama with Zoe. Some new front-runners start to emerge. Plus, four more women go home. Did Grant choose wisely?
Learn m...
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January 27, 2025 • 51 mins
This week on "Playing the Field" a new season of "The Bachelor" begins! Ryan, Jen, and Gina kick it off with a new interview with "The Bachelor" himself Grant Ellis. Grant talks about his feelings on night one, the first impression rose, and of course, Linda the llama. The team asks Grant about his early connections and what's coming up the rest of this season.
Then, we tackle the rest of the first episode. The team talks about the...
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January 21, 2025 • 43 mins
This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina are gearing up for a new season of "The Bachelor!" Grant Ellis gets his second chance at love after "Bachelorette" Jenn sent him home. Will he find love?
Big Bachelor Nation news. Former "Bachelor" Matt James and his pick Rachael Kirkconnell have called it quits. The breakup is packed with drama as many speculate as to the reasons the pair ended their four-year relationship.
For...
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December 18, 2024 • 64 mins
The "Playing the Field" team rewinds to take a look back at some of the biggest moments on "The Bachelor," "The Bachelorette," "The Golden Bachelor," and "The Golden Bachelorette." Ryan, Jen, and Gina talk about why these moments stood out, what was the best, and what was the worst. Do you agree?
Also, we give the episode where we were all finally in the same studio and not on Zoom an honorable mention! It was fun to bring the team...
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December 9, 2024 • 31 mins
This week on "Playing the Field" Ryan and Jen talk about the latest news in Bachelor Nation. But first, Gina Sirico is out of the studio. She attended Jingle Ball in California where she was able to catch up with several members of Bachelor Nation! Among them, our favorite "Golden" couple, Joan and Chock! They also reveal one couple that Joan tried to set up didn't end up working out. Meantime, Kathy, Susan, and Nancy were elated t...
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November 27, 2024 • 47 mins
This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina talk to Jordan Heller from "The Golden Bachelorette." He came in 4th place for Joan's heart, but he walked away with some amazing friendships. He also talks about his experiences on the show, his lasting friendships, and a wild date with Taylor Dayne! Jordan, in honor of Thanksgiving, also reveals the dish his family won't stop requesting he bring to dinner, and why he's sick of...
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November 16, 2024 • 41 mins
Joan and Chock joined Ryan, Jen, and Gina on "Playing the Field" for a special bonus episode this week. The happy "golden" couple shared inside stories and behind-the-scenes tidbits about their time together on the show as they fell in love. So, when did they know? Chock shares how he knew, or strongly suspected, before the finale that he was "the guy." Now, what's next? Joan and Chock talk about their families, where they plan to ...
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November 14, 2024 • 44 mins
This week on "Playing the Field" we recap the big "Golden Bachelorette" finale. Joan got engaged to Chock! She was fresh off Pascal leaving and had some doubts, but Nancy managed to talk her through it. Then, after Chock met her children, Joan decided he was the only man for her. She went to Guy's bungalow in Bora Bora and broke things off. He was devastated! At the end of the day, Chock proposed to Joan and she accepted for a new ...
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November 6, 2024 • 53 mins
This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina were joined by "The Golden Bachelorette's" Mark Anderson! Bachelor Nation will remember him as Kelsey's dad! He took some time out to talk about his time on the show, his friendships with the men in the house, and his current dating status. Also, would he consider being the next "Golden Bachelor?" He tells us his thought process!
Next, the team talks all about "The Men Tell All....
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October 30, 2024 • 51 mins
This week on “Playing the Field,” Ryan, Jen, and Gina interview Charles L. about his time on “The Golden Bachelorette.” He talks about getting recognized, his life now, and if he’s dating. Charles shares about his friendships in the mansion and what he suggests to others his age.
Next, the team breaks down Joan’s Fantasy Suite dates. Did Guy pull ahead in the competition? Is Joan falling for Chock? Or, did Pascal’s shocking self-e...
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