We have special edition this week of “Playing the Field.”

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This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina bring you a special second podcast episode with Kathy Swarts!

Kathy, a podcaster herself on "The Golden Hour" which is part of "Bachelor Happy Hour," took some time to talk about her stay in "Paradise." This week we saw Kathy win a trip to the "Bachelor in Paradise" VIP suite! She talks all about how she won the challenge, the story behind it, and why she picked Keith to enjoy it with her.

Kathy also digs into the possible connection between Jonathon and April, and what we can expect to see next week. Will Jonathon make a senior love connection or will it be an alliance? Kathy says we'll have to watch to find out more! Also, Kathy shares her thoughts on the younger cast members and what she thinks about their prospects.

As an alumnus of "The Golden Bachelor" Kathy revealed her thoughts on the new "Golden Bachelor" Mel, and his words on women over 60. She thinks that he said some of the comments in jest, but suggested that he needs to get to know her. Kathy also predicted that once he's in the "Bachelor Mansion" he'll fall in love because you just can't help it in that atmosphere.

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This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina talk about the change in dynamics as the men hand out the roses this week on "Bachelor in Paradise."

Couplings change and new contestants make their way to the beach. Parisa shakes things up between Brian and Zoe, and Alli Jo tries her best to establish a relationship.

Later, Jill and Susie from Clayton's season deal make new connections as the latter deals with a not-so-old heartbreak.

Also, Gina spoke with Jess about her relationship with Spencer and her time on the show so far. You won't want to miss this new interview!

Stay with us as we preview Tuesday's big arrival of "The Goldens" to the beach!

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This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan Field and Jen Matarese get the inside scoop on season 10 of "Bachelor in Paradise." Eyewitness News Entertainment Reporter Joelle Garguilo got a new interview with Jesse Palmer talking about this season's couplings and changes. Then, Ryan spoke with Wells Adams and Hannah Brown about their roles on the show and how they help the contestants.

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"The Golden Bachelorette's" engaged couple Joan Vassos and Chock Chapple joined this week's episode of "Playing the Field: A Bachelor Podcast".

They found love on the show 10 months ago. Now, Ryan Field, Jennifer Matarese, and Gina Sirico talk to the couple about how things are going and what the future looks like for them.

They continue to search for their new apartment in NYC, and there's a timeline! Plus, Joan shares what she asked for that she feels was the secret to her and Chock's success.

The podcast team also gets the inside scoop on the "Golden" cast that was just announced for "Bachelor in Paradise!" There were some interesting additions.

Finally, Ryan and Jen recap their conversation with Joan and Chock and also talk about "Bachelor" Grant and Juliana's big breakup.

The new season of "Bachelor in Paradise" begins on July 7 on ABC.

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This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan, Jen, and Gina talk about the cast announcement for season 10 of "Bachelor in Paradise." There are some notable names among the cast, and a few that might be tough to remember.

The cast currently consists of contestants from the past several seasons of "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette." But, when will the "Goldens" join the show?

Also, will Sam M. stir up drama again as he tries to "Keep the main thing, the main thing?" Also, Gina gives us an update on Joey and Kelsey. The team also talks about Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber's big breakup.

Next week, Joan and Chock join "Playing the Field" to give an update on their relationship!

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This week on "Playing the Field," Ryan Field, Jen Matarese, and Gina Sirico caught up with Sarafiena Watkins.

You may remember her from Grant's season of "The Bachelor." She talked all about her relationships with the other women in the house, "Bachelor Nation," and how roses are now ruined for her!

Also, Sarafiena delves into recent speculation about Grant and Juliana's relationship, "Bachelor in Paradise," and what she's excited to see this season.

Sarafiena also disclosed that she recently got out of a relationship and her DMs are open! She added that her mom, who we met on "The Women Tell All," is also still looking for love and could be open to competing for Mel's heart on "The Golden Bachelor."

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This week on "Playing the Field" Ryan Field and Gina Sirico spoke to "The Golden Bachelor's" Theresa Nist.

Nist famously won over Gerry Turner's heart on the show's first season. Unfortunately, they divorced three months after their lavish TV wedding.

Despite that, the former pair remain friends and she said that being on the show was "one of the greatest, most interesting experiences of my life."

These days, you'll find the grandmother of seven delighting in her new baby grandson, Augie, in New Jersey.

She's also taken up golf and pickleball. In fact, one of the dates on "The Golden Bachelor" was playing pickleball!

Gerry recently called her before going public with the news that he had a new girlfriend in his life. Nist said that she "wishes them the best."

One of the lasting relationships she made on the show was a wonderful friendship with runner-up Leslie.

While Theresa decided that appearing on "Bachelor in Paradise" wasn't for her, she's ready to cheer her friend on as she goes to the beach.

She says she has a bit of FOMO, but is excited to go to a watch party at Leslie's house and plans to watch every episode.

As for Nist, she said that when it comes to her own love life, she doesn't plan to talk about it in public. That's something she now wants to keep private.

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This week on "Playing the Field," Gina Sirico headed to the "Get Real" event for Hulu! Gina and Jen Matarese talk about all the "Bachelor" bombshell announcements made at the event. Ryan Field is off this week.

First up, Susan from "The Golden Bachelor" has a new love! Also, the much-anticipated return of "Bachelor in Paradise" is upon us. There's some big news there: Wells Adams is returning as your favorite bartender and Hannah Brown is joining him there in the champagne lounge! Gary, Hakeem, and Jonathon all talk about their excitement regarding the show's return and new location in Costa Rica.

Next, the biggest announcement of the event, there's a new "Golden Bachelor!" Mel Owens is a 66-year-old NFL linebacker turned lawyer. He's divorced and ready to find love again. Host Jesse Palmer talks about all the new developments and why he thinks Mel is ready to begin his journey.

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