#853. Ben Zorn is back as Kaitlyn continues her 10-year Bachelorette reunion series—yes, the guy from the escape room one-on-one! He shares what it was really like getting cast at the last minute, the story behind giving Jared a black eye, and how he ended up with the “dog guy” edit on Paradise.

Ben reflects on what he wishes viewers saw, whether he’s finally cried since his tear-free confession, and how life has changed since reality TV—complete with a wife, two kids, and way less Bachelor buzz these days. Tune in NOW!

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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

(6:11) How a last-minute casting twist landed Ben on Kaitlyn’s season just days before filming
(9:37) Ben reveals he can’t cry—and why that’s more literal than you’d expect
(14:00) The truth behind giving Jared a black eye during the boxing group date
(20:40) Reliving their escape room date—Kaitlyn’s bird phobia vs. Ben’s fear of snakes
(26:15) What really happened on Paradise—and how his dog storyline took over the edit
(27:55) Life 10 years later: reconnecting with his now-wife, becoming a dad, and where he's at now!

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Diners, Drama and Dreams • EP 810