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Fixing The Bachelor: Our Solution to Save the Franchise | This Week in Bachelor Nation
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BachelorClues and PaceCase kick things off by analyzing a recent New York Times article titled "The Bachelor is Shattering its Own Fairytale," which critiques the franchise’s declining credibility and the impact of questionable casting choices. The hosts dive into the issue of contestants with restraining orders making it onto the show, especially in light of recent controversies from The Golden Bachelorette, and offer bold solutions like enhanced background checks and hiring private investigators. They also break down the week’s biggest Bachelor Nation headlines in their Bachelor Nation News segment, explore the latest social media highlights with their Parasocial Plays of the Week, and share updates on Instagram followers in Gains. It's a packed episode full of analysis, humor, and insight into the ever-evolving world of Bachelor Nation.
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