Sounds Like A Cult The Cult of The Bachelor (Bonus Part 2!)
Aug 22, 2023
Former Bachelor contestant Kendall Long joins the hosts to discuss the cult-like aspects of The Bachelor Franchise, including sleep deprivation, isolation, and obscure rules. They explore manipulative tactics used by production, delusional behavior during rose ceremonies, and the projection of viewers onto the bachelor. They also delve into the allure of cults, the impact of Instagram following, and the classification of The Bachelor as a cult.
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Bachelor's Cult-Like Dynamics
- The Bachelor show mirrors many cult-like practices such as sleep deprivation, isolation, and controlling interaction.
- These tactics create desperation and a zealous loyalty towards the 'charismatic leader,' the bachelor himself.
Bachelor Reflects Cultural Scarcity
- The Bachelor franchise reflects and amplifies America's scarcity mindset and hierarchical culture.
- The show's structure pushes contestants to conform and suppress their personalities for mass appeal.
Phone Confiscation Feels Liberating
- Kendall Long liked having her phone confiscated during filming to detach from the outside world.
- Some contestants try to sneak phones in, but strict checks enforce isolation like a prison.