This week we've got a special guest on "Playing the Field" that we've wanted to talk to since Jenn Tran's season of "The Bachelorette," Sam McKinney!

He appeared on this season of "Bachelor in Paradise" and went on a date with Jess, who we know is paired up with Spencer. But, it turns out, he was hoping to see Alli Jo, and they missed each other on the show by one day.

Sam talks to Ryan, Jen, and Gina all about his time on "The Bachelorette," the perception and editing of his time on that show, and how he feels people see him now.

He hoped for redemption; did he get it? People seem to love that he's found a great relationship with Alli Jo. She slid into his DM's after "Bachelor in Paradise" and they've been going strong ever since.

Sam talks about their bright future and what he hopes people will see from them.

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