The Comeback Era with Caroline and Kayla

This week on The Comeback Era, we’re sitting down with the one and only Clare Crawley for the ultimate girl chat. 💕 And trust us… you’re going to want to be a part of this one.We’re laughing, we’re crying, and we’re getting the behind-the-scenes tea on Clare’s unforgettable journey through The Bachelor franchise — including what it was really like becoming the Bachelorette during COVID and everything that happened behind the scenes.Clare opens up about her journey to motherhood, finding love, trusting her gut, and refusing to settle even when life didn’t unfold the way she imagined. She gets incredibly vulnerable about the challenges she’s faced along the way, including what she’s currently navigating with her health.It’s honest, raw, funny, emotional, and basically feels like sitting down with your girlfriends and talking about literally everything.From reality TV to relationships, motherhood, health, heartbreak, resilience and finding your way back to yourself — this is Clare like you’ve never heard her before.🎧 You’re going to want to grab your coffee, pour your wine, and join us for this one.The Comeback Era — new episode out now.

Julie LaPlaca spent years behind the scenes of Bachelor Nation—starting at the bottom and eventually becoming the lead producer responsible for shaping the story we watched unfold on screen.In Part 1, Julie pulls back the curtain on what it actually means to be a Bachelor producer, the psychology behind producing love stories, how producers work with the lead and contestants, and what audiences never see when the cameras stop rolling.She takes us through her journey from getting her start on The Bachelor to becoming one of the show’s main producers—and answers the questions we’ve ALL wondered about what really happens behind the scenes.And then… things get personal.Julie recently released her book, The Love Producer, and in this two-part conversation, she opens up about falling for one of the cast members while working on the show, the complicated reality of mixing your personal life with a job built around producing romance, and the moment she realized her own love story was changing everything.This is the Bachelor conversation you’ve been waiting for. 💘The Love Producer is out now.

You asked the questions. We answered them.In Part 2 of our divorce series, we’re answering the questions you sent in during our Q&A and going deeper into the parts of the story we didn’t have time to cover in Part 1.We talk about addiction, marriage, betrayal, boundaries, motherhood, healing, the things people don’t see behind closed doors, and what it actually looks like to rebuild your life after a decade-long relationship comes to an end.We know people will have opinions. That’s okay. This conversation is about sharing our experience, answering the questions we were asked, and hopefully helping someone else recognize that they are not alone.A note on accuracy & context: This episode discusses real people and real events. We have made every effort to distinguish between our firsthand experiences, documented information, statements made by others, and information we could not independently verify. Where information could not be independently confirmed, we do not intend to present it as established fact. In particular, any discussion regarding another individual’s employment or professional title is not intended to assert that information as fact where we were unable to independently verify it.The views and experiences shared in this episode are those of the speakers and are provided for discussion and informational purposes only. Nothing in this episode is intended to constitute a finding of fact, professional advice, or an accusation of criminal conduct. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult an appropriate professional regarding their individual circumstances.This content is not intended to harass, threaten, defame, or encourage harassment of any person. Please do not contact, threaten, or interfere with the private lives, employment, family, or personal accounts of anyone discussed.If you or someone you love is struggling with substance use:SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information. SAMHSA Find Help⁠If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or emotional distress, call or text 988 for free, confidential support, 24/7. 988 Lifeline⁠This description is for general informational and risk-management purposes and is not a substitute for review by a licensed attorney familiar with the specific facts and jurisdiction.

Welcome to the beginning of Kayla's official comeback era.This is the episode so many of you have been waiting for.We actually filmed this back in November 2025, before so much of our lives continued to unfold. Because of that, there will be an updated Part 2 where I'll share everything that's happened since and answer many of the questions you've been asking.In Part 1, I'm sharing the story behind my decision to leave a marriage of nearly 10 years. We talk openly about infidelity, addiction, drug use, the reality of being a stay-at-home mom while your husband pursues his dreams, feeling like a married single mom, and the countless highs and lows that ultimately led me to choose a different future for myself and my children.This episode isn't about blaming or tearing anyone down. It's about telling my story honestly, sharing what I experienced, and hopefully helping someone else feel less alone.Throughout our marriage, one thing never changed: we both wanted the best for our children. As parents, we make choices we hope will give them the healthiest, happiest future possible. For me, that meant choosing healing, growth, and becoming the best version of myself. It also meant believing that our children deserve to see relationships built on love, respect, honesty, and peace.If you're walking through heartbreak, divorce, addiction, betrayal, or wondering whether you're strong enough to start over, I hope this reminds you that you're not alone. There is life on the other side, and there is hope.Thank you for trusting me with my story. ❤️