Off The Vine with Kaitlyn Bristowe

#862. Katie Thurston is back on the pod with her husband, comedian Jeff Arcuri, and this one’s equal parts emotional and hilarious. We get all the real updates—where she’s at with stage 4 cancer, what the treatment looks like day-to-day, and how she’s become a major voice for advocating earlier mammograms and pushing doctors to listen.

Katie opens up about the stat that most men leave after a diagnosis—and how Jeff did the ...

#861. You asked, she answered — the reunion deep-dive you’ve been waiting for!

This week, Kaitlyn’s flying solo and diving into your questions about her 10-Year Bachelorette Reunion. She’s sharing what episode was the hardest to rewatch, who she was most nervous to interview, the regret that still lingers, and what really went down with Nick and Shawn skipping the reunion.

She also reveals who surprised her the most, who had...

#860. Connor Wood — aka Fibula — is here, and this convo is full of the chaotic tangents we live for. Etsy witches? Obviously. Lorazepam life? Always. Off the dating apps? Yep…

We get into the Summer House rumors, how “Fibula” even became a thing, and how getting fired (twice) somehow led to TikTok fame and a full-blown comedy career!

It’s hilarious, unhinged (in the best way), and somehow still heartwarming. You’ll be texti...

#859. Kaitlyn is joined by one of the most iconic men in Bachelor history—Ben Higgins—to unpack the chaos, chemistry, and unseen moments from their unforgettable season. From how a coworker convinced him to apply for the show, to the Fantasy Suite date that ended with Ben accidentally destroying a $50,000 antique desk, this episode is full of stories you’ve never heard—until now!!

They revisit all their standout moments—fro...

#858. Fan favorite Jared Haibon joins Kaitlyn for this week’s Bachelorette rewatch, and they cover it all. He gets called out for voting for Britt (yep, still regrets it), relives the group date that left him with a black eye, and breaks down their most iconic moments — including a live Cranberries performance in a castle.

They dive into sleep deprivation, fashion fails, and a whole lot of movie quotes. Jared also opens up ...

#857. He Drove Up in a Cupcake and Drove Off with Our Hearts! Kaitlyn is joined by the one and only Chris “Cupcake” Strandburg for a trip down memory lane through her entire season of The Bachelorette. From being the first kiss on night one to reminiscing on group dates in Ireland, Chris shares the wildest behind-the-scenes stories — including how he landed the iconic cupcake-mobile (yes, it involves Burning Man), hilariou...

#856. Joe Bailey is back with that Southern charm, unforgettable accent, and a whole lot to say! He shares how he got cast on The Bachelorette after a two-hour audition (and met Cupcake in the hallway), relives the infamous sumo wrestling date where his balls made a surprise appearance, and laughs with Kaitlyn about being the group date groupie who was constantly pushed out of his comfort zone!

But Joe also gets real—openin...

#855. Another week, another blast from Kaitlyn Bristowe’s Bachelorette past — and today, it’s Joshua Albers! In this episode of her 10-year reunion series, Kaitlyn sits down with Josh to revisit everything from his iconic steel rose entrance to that unforgettable Mohawk moment (she swears she tried her best).

Josh opens up about the casting process, the “cool chick or amazing woman” line that still lives rent-free in Kaitly...

#854. It’s been 10 years since JJ Lane showed up on The Bachelorette — fresh off a divorce, living with his parents, and unknowingly stepping into a “villain edit.” But now he’s back, with three daughters, a redemption arc, and plenty to say.

Kaitlyn and JJ talk about how he ended up on the show in the first place, why he’s never watched the season back, and how Amy Schumer roasted him so hard she kept bringing it up for ye...

#853. Ben Zorn is back as Kaitlyn continues her 10-year Bachelorette reunion series—yes, the guy from the escape room one-on-one! He shares what it was really like getting cast at the last minute, the story behind giving Jared a black eye, and how he ended up with the “dog guy” edit on Paradise.

Ben reflects on what he wishes viewers saw, whether he’s finally cried since his tear-free confession, and how life has changed si...

#852. It’s backkk! Kaitlyn’s kicking off her Bachelorette 10-year reunion series with none other than Tanner Tolbert! They take a trip down memory lane—from how his little sister secretly nominated him, to what really went down inside the mansion. Tanner opens up about his bromance with JJ, getting tight with producers, and why the rap battle date had him sweating even more than the boxing ring. He also shares the exact mo...

#851. Your girl is FORTY. And no, Kaitlyn can’t believe how easily that rolls off the tongue… but here we are!

In this solo birthday special, she’s pouring herself a strong one and sharing 40 life lessons from 40 years of dating, dancing, crying, healing, loving, learning, and—obviously—oversharing. From turning jealousy into inspiration to Ramen’s maxi pad incident (yes, really), this episode is packed with real talk,...

#850. We’re here with the two lovebirds, Chris and Lauren Lane — and there’s a lot going on. Baby #3 is on the way (yes, it was a surprise), and Chris says it all makes sense now… especially after Lauren couldn’t keep her hands off him!!

They open up about how this pregnancy is different, how they’re navigating life with two toddlers and one on the way, and how they keep their marriage strong through it all. Chris opens up ...

#849. She’s planning a wedding, hosting on Bachelor in Paradise, and just dropped a brand new novel — Hannah Brown is booked and busy, and she's catching up with Kaitlyn on all of it. From sticker shock while wedding planning, to her wild return to Paradise as the new Champagne Lounge host (yes, Golden Bachelor contestants included), Hannah shares what it was really like filming in Costa Rica and stepping into a brand-new ...

#848. Tom Schwartz is in the studio with Kaitlyn—opening up about life before Bravo, the messy truth behind Schwartz & Sandy’s, and where things actually stand with Sandoval. He talks dating post-divorce (would he go for another Katie?), the tattoo he’ll never remove, and why he still dreams of opening one more bar.

They also dive into his secret acting dreams, current celeb crushes, and Kaitlyn drops what might be her ...

#847. Think menopause happens in your 50s? Think again. Nutritionist and fitness expert Jessica Barac joins Kaitlyn to break down the real symptoms of perimenopause—and why so many women don’t see it coming in their mid to late 30s. From unexplained anxiety and weight gain to ragey mood swings and losing your sense of self, Jessica shares what’s actually happening in your body, what to eat, how to train, and how to finally...

#846. Ginny & Georgia star Brianne Howey joins Kaitlyn for a heartwarming and hilarious convo diving into her reality TV dream show, the audition that changed her life, and the chaotic early acting gigs that shaped her! Brianne opens up about being raised by a single mom, the emotional highs and lows of the industry, and the improv teacher who gave her the confidence to chase it all. Plus, a broken lamp on set and the ...

#845. Dr. Terry Dubrow is in the house and no topic is off-limits. From Kaitlyn’s own implant journey to horror stories from “pumping parties,” Dr. Dubrow breaks down everything you didn’t know you needed to know about plastic surgery—and the red flags you really should look for in a surgeon. They talk about Kylie Jenner regrets, filler freakouts, under vs. over the muscle, and why “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” might b...

#844. After hitting it off last weekend at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit event, Kaitlyn and Katie Austin are back together—this time in LA—for a real, raw, and refreshing conversation! Katie opens up about her inspiring path from college athlete to SI Rookie of the Year (with her best friend, no less!), and how years of rejections led to the “yes” that changed everything.

They talk about the power of female friendships in...