{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67859133ab54a26ea798011f/698eed34b0cb4fc2fdf37418?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"WEEK 1 + 2: Gia vs Bec, Brook's Switch Up & Mel's Stalking Confession!","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67859133ab54a26ea798011f/1770974506919-498d6315-9da9-4ba7-9913-0bcd2e5b2975.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Top-shelf drama is being poured — so grab a glass and join Lauren and Sara for the Married at First Sight Afterparty!</p><p><br></p><p>The 2026 season has officially arrived, and the girls are diving straight into the chaos with their unfiltered thoughts, bold predictions, and insider takes on everything that’s already gone down. From the rise of the “It” couples to a 'Mean Girls' takeover, Mel’s jaw-dropping stalker confession, Brook’s sudden switch-up, and the explosive Gia vs Bec feud — nothing is off limits. Sara also drops a bombshell, revealing which MAFS 2026 groom she previously dated — and the warning she received about who’s set to become this season’s villain...</p><p><br></p><p>Plus, Lauren and Sara unpack Mel and Luke’s marriage — and why things may not be exactly as they seem...</p><p><br></p><p>Get ready for juicy tea, shock spoilers, and behind-the-scenes secrets like just how much influence producers really have and why this season already feels less authentic than previous ones.</p><p><br></p><p>Welcome to your official MAFS Afterparty!</p><p>Hosted by <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/lauren_funn_/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Lauren Dunn</a> &amp; <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/saramessy/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sara Mesa</a></p><p>Presented by <a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/so-dramatic-with-megan-pustetto/id1523979167\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">So Dramatic!</a></p><p><br></p><p>Submit your questions for Lauren &amp; Sara by emailing <a href=\"https://open.acast.com/networks/67297e415b575bc851e9cc7b/shows/67859133ab54a26ea798011f/episodes/hello@sodramaticmedia.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">hello@sodramaticmedia.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Want to support our show? Clicking 'follow' on <a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/mafs-afterparty-with-lauren-dunn/id1790298694\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Apple</a> and <a href=\"https://open.spotify.com/show/3Di5MTR5RXXU8hf4ROeoUb\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Spotify</a> is the best way to do that. You'll get an A+ if you leave a five-star review and bonus marks if you tell a friend!</p><p><br></p><p>Want to keep up with the latest MAFS goss? Follow So Dramatic! on <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/sodramaticworld/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a>, <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sodramaticonline/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a>, <a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@sodramaticworld?lang=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">TikTok</a>, join our <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/groups/641988853417815/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook Group</a>, &amp; sign up for our <a href=\"https://sodramaticonline.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Newsletter</a></p>","author_name":"Kind Regards Network"}