After leaving the last episode — the first part of Paul and Barb's matchmaking segment — on a cliffhanger, Barb returns to share what's really been going on, including a recent health diagnosis tied to stress and how it's reshaped her outlook on life. Paul and Barb open up about why the finale was delayed following the sudden loss of Paul's grandmother, and how navigating grief has brought their family closer. As Paul and Barb close out the season, Barb reveals which bachelor she'll be meeting in person and what she's truly looking for moving forward. Together, Paul and Barb look back on a season of growth, healing, and love — while sharing plans for what's to come next season.

It's finally here—the first ever Barbchelor, a matchmaking experiment where Barb puts everything she's learned this season to the test. But with fewer bachelors than Paul promised, the episode quickly unravels. Emotions flare, regrets surface, and Barb begins to question what she truly wants out of love—and whether she's ready at all. One shocking exit leaves the journey hanging in the balance. With just one more episode left, the only question is… will Barb show up to finish what she started?

This week, it's a full family affair! Brett joins Paul and Barb to share his thoughts on Barb's dating journey so far — where he hopes her love story will end up, and the kind of man he and Paul would love to see their mom with. With the big matchmaking season finale right around the corner, Barb's heading into it with her favorite boys by her side, giving her all the support (and opinions) she can handle.

Meanwhile, Paul opens up about turning 33 — usually the ultimate "birthday whore," but this year he's feeling way more mellow. In fact, his birthday wish isn't even for himself… it's for Barb to put down her vibrator and finally find a man!

Only two episodes until Paul & Barb's two-part matchmaking finale… and Barb is already feeling sentimental about how far this season has come. This week, they're answering your questions in a special listener mailbag episode — reflecting on the journey, laughing at themselves, and spilling some family tea.

Paul is gearing up to work the Emmys, but of course Barb is more excited about who he might run into — her Hollywood crush lineup of Harrison Ford, Sterling K. Brown, and Colin Farrell. Along the way, they get real about family dynamics, Paul's role in Barb's love life, and even what Brett really thinks about this whole adventure — the perfect lead-in to next week, when he joins them to help send Barb on her way in hopes of finding love.

It's everything Barb needs from her boys for her big send-off on Hold On, I'm Calling My Mom!

This week Barb left Paul a heartfelt note that had him crying for 24 hours. On the podcast, Paul decided to "Run It Back" by reading his childhood role model essay dedicated to Barb—cue Barb's turn for tears. Between the waterworks, the two explored SoCal towns, played a wild round of "Would You Ever?" (where Barb dropped her infamous underwear confession), and continued the hunt for Mr. Right… which may have led to a catfish, or a headline waiting to happen (and not in a good way).

Barb is narrowing down her move to Southern California and has her sights locked on a few areas she's really excited about! Paul drops a Hold the F*ck Up bombshell about a former high school bully who slid into his DMs, and things get messy. Plus, the quest for love continues as Paul checks in with Barb, plays a rapid-fire dating game, and decides she's about 80% ready to find love. With only 4 weeks left until our two-part Hold On, I'm Calling My Mom Newlywed Game — hosted by Paul and featuring potential bachelors for Barb — the countdown to love is on!

Paul and Barb are back this week, and Paul's making sure Barb is fully strapped with the knowledge she needs to survive the dating world for the very first time. Turns out the 50+ crowd is passing STDs around like butterscotch candies at bingo night and Barb needs to know what's in store.

So much so, Paul actually makes Barb practice safe sex this episode (yes, it's as awkward as it sounds). Meanwhile, Barb drops a bombshell: her potential match admitted that having two gay sons would be a dealbreaker. If only he could hear this episode…

Luckily, Sexual Health Expert Asia Sullivan joins the call to walk Barb through everything from protection to prevention, giving her the ultimate crash course in Safe Sex 101.

This week, Paul and Barb drop an absolute bombshell — Barb's latest date? Yeah… turns out he was her cousin. And somehow, that's not even the wildest part. Paul reveals the time Barb and his dad were almost related too, meaning their family tree might actually just be a straight line.

They're joined by Paul's former high school teacher turned viral sensation, Jess Hawk (@myteacherface) — a powerhouse voice for women's empowerment, rewriting the rules on divorce, relationships, and thriving solo in your 50s.

And speaking of life-long secrets… Paul finally confesses something to Barb he's been holding onto since he was four years old. Cue mic drop.

Paul and Barb are finally back from summer vacation — and let's just say, it wasn't exactly relaxing. From Barb unknowingly walking into the Sex Museum in NYC, to getting lost at sea in the Poconos, to family confrontations that felt like setbacks but ended up opening the door to real connection — it's all on the table. Plus, Barb's dating journey is still in motion, and we're one week closer to Paul's big matchmaking game. Buckle up.

This week, Paul and Barb are on summer vacation — so we're throwing it back to where it all began.

In this Run It Back episode, we revisit Barb's very first conversation with dating coach Lisa Copeland, when the idea of getting back out there felt totally overwhelming. Flash forward to now? Barb's made serious progress — but there's still work to do before our big season finale: a two-part live speed dating event hosted by Paul.

We're halfway through the season… and one step closer to Barb maybe, finally, finding Mr. Right.