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Farmer Wants A Wife Afterparty

Lancaster Farming

A podcast dedicated to recapping the hit reality dating show Farmer Wants a Wife.

  • 20 episodes
  • Updated July 8

Episodes20

  • July 8 · 55 min

    Braden Takes Us Behind the Scenes of Season 4

    Farmer Braden didn't think he'd ever do a show like Farmer Wants a Wife, but he's sure glad he did. We caught up with Braden Pridemore, one of the three farmers on Farmer Wants a Wife Season 4, on our Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty podcast to chat about all the drama, jokes and the surprising things that did not get aired. Braden picked Casey in the finale episode to continue a relationship with, and the pair are still going strong. "We haven't gone more than, I think, two weeks without seeing each other," Braden said. "It's really going well." He echoed what Brett said on the podcast in that so little of what is filmed is actually shown on TV. But while there is often context missing, he didn't think anything was inaccurate. "You don't know what they're going to show, so Tuesday nights were kind of stressful," he said. One of the scenes that made it into the final cut was his and Casey's first kiss. He said they thought that all the camera guys had given up for the night because they couldn't see anyone. But then after the kiss while walking back to his trailer, he spotted the camera crew in an unlikely place. "Two of the camera guys that I'm still friends with are inside my pine trees," Braden said. "Always check the trees." While farming is Braden's career, he does also write and perform music. And while Fox promoted his singer-songwriter experience in his bio prior to the season airing, it never made the final edit. "I actually sang a song I wrote to Casey, and they left it out," Braden said. But for fans who are interested in hearing a bit of this song, Braden did post the cut clip to his TikTok page. When it comes to his Illinois corn and soybean farm, Braden said he was happy with how it was portrayed, despite not much happening on the farm since filming occurred after they finished up the year's harvest. "There's a lot of misconceptions about farming," Braden said. "I tried to do my best to showcase ag and showcase row crop farming."

  • June 24 · 55 min

    Brett Breaks Down His Season 4 Experience

    Farmer Brett may have come across as the stoic one in Farmer Wants a Wife Season 4, but behind the scenes his personality got to shine through. We caught up with Brett Maverick, one of the three farmers featured in Season 4, after the season wrapped on our Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty podcast to hear stories from filming, clear up some confusion and get to know the real Brett. During the Season 4 finale, Brett picked Quinn as the lucky lady to continue a relationship with, and they are still dating. And while he and Quinn enjoyed watching the season, he said a lot of what was filmed between the two of them never made it to air. "Y'all see about 20% of what gets filmed," Brett said. "There were so many meaningful conversations that never got aired. It's really not as cringey or as dumb as it can come off." Brett's farm may have gotten a bit of the short stick due to the lack of drama, which was featured more heavily on Braden's and Sean's farms. And one of the key things that was missing from the air time was the time spent on the farm. Brett and his ladies filmed a whole day working with his cattle, but only about a minute or so was shown. That day of filming was early on in the experience, and while Brett had to be present with the women, he was also focused on making sure his 3,000-pound bull didn't cause any problems in the pasture full of cast and crew. "I was a nervous wreck that day when we were feeding cows," Brett said. Overall though, Brett said his filming experience was a good one, adding that his producer and film crew were all the cream of the crop. "We had a really good crew and I got really close with all of them," he said. He also said he had a lot of fun with the women on his farm, and it often felt like summer camp. One of the first days on set, Brett said he told the women that they were just going to have a good time and get to know each other, which led to good conversations and deeper connections. But with so few of those fun experiences and deep conversations shown, Brett said that some viewers labeled him as dull or boring. That didn't bother him, though. "I could not care less of people's opinions of me," Brett said. "I think it's funny. What I was hoping was that throughout the season you would kind of see the personality come out more and more."

  • June 17 · 54 min

    Season 4 Wrap Up

    Season 4 of Farmer Wants a Wife wrapped up last week with all three farmers finding love. The season averaged 1.6 million viewers, and all eight episodes are available for streaming on Hulu. Brett, a 35-year-old cattle and horse farmer in Tennessee, chose Quinn as his final lucky lady. Corn and soybean farmer Braden, a 26-year-old who lives in Illinois, ended up with Casey. And 22-year-old Sean, who has a farm-to-table produce operation in California, picked Emily. Members of our Lancaster Farming news team watched all of Season 4 to provide insight and commentary. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we wrapped up all of Season 4, diving into our favorite moments, our thoughts on only having three farmers, and our predictions about a potential Season 5.

  • June 10 · 48 min

    Final Decisions in the Season 4 Finale

    Farmer Wants a Wife wrapped up Season 4 this week with all three farmers finding love. The Season 4 finale aired last night on Fox, and is now streaming on Hulu. This season averaged 1.6 million viewers. In the finale, each farmer asked one lucky lady to continue their relationship, and all three of the women said yes. Farmer Braden chose Casey, Farmer Brett chose Quinn, and Farmer Sean chose Emily. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty we're talking about Braden and Brittney's tough breakup, our feelings about Brett choosing Quinn over Hanna, and Carson's surprising reaction to Sean's rejection.

  • June 3 · 51 min

    It's Time To Meet the Families in Episode 7

    Things are getting serious on the farms this week on Farmer Wants a Wife. Episode 7 aired last night on Fox and is streaming on Hulu. With the three farmers each down to their final two ladies, it was time for everyone to meet each other's families. After meeting the families of both of their ladies, the farmers got to spend some precious one-on-one time with each woman as they prepare to make their big decision next week. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're talking about how quick this season has been and how little we know the farmers and especially the ladies. Plus we make our official predictions for the finale.

  • May 27 · 49 min

    It's Getting Hot on the Farms in Episode 6

    The solo dates got steamy in the latest episode of Farmer Wants a Wife. Episode 6 of the reality dating show aired last night on Fox and is streaming on Hulu. Season 4 is averaging 1.6 million viewers per episode. This week's episode featured the farmers blindly choosing an intimate date planned by one of their ladies. After the hot dates, the farmers had to make the difficult choice to narrow it down to their final two choices. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're talking about why Sean's yoga date made us so uncomfy, the difference between Braden's and Sean's breakups, and how little we've gotten to know the ladies this season.

  • May 20 · 47 min

    Rumors Rile Up the Farm in Episode 5

    Rumors flew as relationships grew this week on Farmer Wants a Wife. Episode 5 of the reality dating show aired last night on Fox and is currently streaming on Hulu. The episode featured each of the farmers showing the ladies on their farm another aspect of their rural life. But drama brewed on some farms, leading to a few women hitting the road. This week on Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're discussing why we feel differently about restaurant work versus farm work, reacting to the spicy trailer for next week's episode, and making far too early predictions for final couples.

  • May 13 · 59 min

    Lots of Ladies Leave the Farm in Episode 4

    The latest episode of Farmer Wants a Wife was full of dates, drama and departures. Episode 4 aired last night on Fox and is now streaming on Hulu. The episode began with the fallout of each farmer inviting a new woman back home to the farm. Then, the three farmers got to pick a lucky lady for their next solo date. Back at the farms, a few more ladies decided it was time to pack up and leave. This week on Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're dissecting all the eliminations, chatting about the solo dates and wondering where all the girl's girls are.

  • May 12 · 30 min

    Discover Ag Joins the Afterparty

    Have you ever wondered what a woman in agriculture thinks about the reality dating show Farmer Wants a Wife? Tara Vander Dussen, co-host of the Discover Ag podcast, joined us for a special episode of Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty to discuss the show from the perspective of a dairy farmer and environmental scientist. Vander Dussen and Natalie Kovarik host the Discover Ag podcast, where agriculture and pop culture meet. During Farmer Wants a Wife season, the co-hosts add a recap of each episode to their show. At first, Vander Dussen didn't have very high expectations for Season 4. "When the trailer came out, I'm not gonna lie, I was very skeptical that they were even farmers, and I had a lot to say," she said. "I do feel like this season I am kind of eating my words. I do think we truly have some very authentic farmers." Vander Dussen grew up on a dairy farm and previously worked as an environmental consultant for dairy farmers. Her husband runs a dairy farm. Vander Dussen enjoys watching Farmer Wants a Wife, though it doesn't always portray farm work accurately. "You have to let go of the technicality and just enjoy the show," Vander Dussen said. Want to hear more of a real woman in ag's perspective? Listen to the full interview on this special episode of the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty!

  • May 6 · 56 min

    Surprise New Ladies Join the Party in Episode 3

    The newest episode of Farmer Wants a Wife brought everyone together at the horse race where new possible frontrunners surprised both the farmers and the ladies. Episode 3 of Farmer Wants a Wife aired last night on Fox and is now available to stream on Hulu. Season 4 is averaging 1.6 million viewers per episode. This episode began with the answer to last week's big cliffhanger with Braden sending Lauren home. After a bit of work on the farms, everyone got together in Maryland to watch a horse race and attend an afterparty. While there, new women — hand-picked by the farmers' families — joined the groups. Much to the surprise of some of the original ladies, all three farmers invited the new arrivals back to the farm. Members of the Lancaster Farming news team are tuning in each week to provide insight and commentary. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're taking a vote on our most-anticipated drama next week, giving Sean our best sisterly/motherly advice and talking about the dos and don'ts of dealing with a bull.

  • May 1 · 27 min

    Mackenzie Shares Her Side of the Story

    Mackenzie Montiel might not have made it very far on Farmer Wants a Wife Season 4, but her short character arc in the premiere episode made an impact. Mackenzie was one of the nine — unexpectedly turned 10 — women who had speed dates with Farmer Braden during the Farmer Wants a Wife Season 4 premiere that aired on Fox on April 21. During her 10-minute date with Braden, viewers watched her give him a bandana for his dog, Bogey, which Braden called a "green flag" to producers. But what happened in the moments of the date we didn't get to see? "I feel like we had a lot in common," Mackenzie said. "My go-to karaoke song, which is 'In Color' by Jamey Johnson, he sings at every show. I was like 'Wow, this is a sign.'" But despite some seemingly fated moments, at the end of the night, Braden did not pick Mackenzie, instead taking Lauren back to the farm. Lauren, who was initially there for Farmer Brett, decided to shoot her shot with Braden, and her boldness paid off — much to the surprise of viewers and other cast members alike. "I was truly in shock in that moment," Mackenzie said. "That's when you realize, like, 'Wow, anything can happen.'" But despite her self-confidence taking a hit from the rejection, Mackenzie said she's glad she took a leap of faith and went on Farmer Wants a Wife, mostly thanks to the fellow ladies she befriended on set. "The women's empowerment in that room, despite the circumstances, was so unexpected to me," Mackenzie said. "But they really did change my life and my outlook on how I see myself and who I want to surround myself with." Want to hear even more about Mackenzie's experience with Season 4 of Farmer Wants a Wife? Listen to her full interview on this special episode of the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty!

  • April 29 · 51 min

    Ladies Take On Farm Life in Episode 2

    The ladies of Farmer Wants a Wife have officially moved onto the farms. Episode 2 aired last night on Fox, and is now available to stream on Hulu. The episode started with each of the three farmers taking their first lucky lady on a 24-hour solo date. Then, the other four women came and joined their respective farms, and got put to work right away. The farmers were given the choice to send someone packing on night one. Both Brett and Sean decided to keep all five ladies on the farm. Will Braden send Lauren home? We have to wait until next week to find out. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're talking about Brett's surprising rise on our favorite farmer list, our disdain for Macey's goal of being an "almond mom," and predicting whether Lauren will get to stay on the farm or be sent back to New York.

  • April 22 · 47 min

    Let's Talk About the Season 4 Premiere

    Season 4 of Farmer Wants a Wife is finally here. The reality dating show's fourth season premiered last night on Fox, and is now streaming on Hulu. The episode featured this season's three farmers, Sean Cavanaugh, Brett Maverick and Braden Pridemore, as they each met nine women on speed dates, and then had to pick only five to join them back home on the farm. Season 4 kicked off with an early twist, as one of Brett's speed-daters decided to shoot her shot with Braden, and even ended up being asked back to his farm. The episode concluded with each farmer choosing one lucky lady for a 24-hour solo date. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're talking about the lengths these women go to impress the farmers, the surprising drama during the speed dates and our thoughts on the term "geriatric table."

  • April 15 · 46 min

    Get Ready for the Season 4 Premiere

    It's time for Season 4 of Farmer Wants a Wife. The reality dating show premieres Tuesday, April 21, at 8.pm. on Fox, and streams the next day on Hulu. This season follows three new farmers — Sean Cavanaugh, Brett Maverick and Braden Pridemore — hoping to find love by inviting a group of women to their farms. Sean, 22, is a produce farmer from California who "knows exactly what he's looking for in love and life." Brett, a 35-year-old from Tennessee, is a horse and cattle farmer. He is a former bull rider and now a business owner with a protein bar company and a tequila brand. Braden is 26 and lives in Illinois. He is a corn and soybean farmer who writes songs and plays guitar at local bars in his free time. Members of our Lancaster Farming news team are back again and ready to talk all things Farmer Wants a Wife. In anticipation of the new season, we've looked into the three farmers and the 27 hopeful ladies to give our initial reactions and expectations for Season 4. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're talking about who the early frontrunner is for our favorite farmer, sharing our most random predictions and discussing whether the show should lean into its wholesomeness or embrace the salaciousness of reality television.

  • February 18 · 50 min

    Season 4 Is Officially Happening

    Farmer Wants a Wife is back for its fourth season. The reality dating show's newest season will premiere Tuesday, April 21 at 8 p.m. on Fox, and will stream the next day on Hulu. Season 4 will follow three farmers on their journeys to finding love. Braden Pridemore is a 26-year-old corn and soybean farmer from Illinois. In his free time he writes songs and plays guitar. Brett Maverick, 35, raises horses and cattle in Tennessee. He is a former bull rider who now has his own protein bar company and tequila brand. Sean Cavanaugh is 22 years old and a California produce farmer. He grows fruit and vegetables for his family's farm-to-table restaurant. In addition to the the show returning for a new season, Lancaster Farming's Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty podcast is also making its return. We have a special episode out now to talk all about the big Season 4 announcement and catch up on what's going on with the farmers from past seasons. Listen to this week's episode of the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty here, or find it on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.

  • Jun 10, 2025 · 40 min

    Keeping Up With Keeley

    We're back again with another special episode of the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty podcast! We got a chance to talk with Keeley Goldberg from Farmer Wants a Wife Season 3 to hear all about her experience on the show. Keeley gave us all the insight on where things stand between her and Colton now, the part of her parents' visit that she wished made the final cut, what it was like opening up about a medical diagnosis on national television, and even the ins and outs of how the cast travels during filming. Hear all of these stories — and more — in this special episode.

  • Jun 6, 2025 · 28 min

    Catching Up With Chelsi

    We have a special episode of our Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty podcast for you! Chelsi Davis, from Farmer Wants a Wife Season 3, joined us on the podcast to tell us all about her experience. Are she and Matt still dating? How did she feel about her final edit in the show? Which of the ladies from this season is her bestie? What actually happened the morning when Halleh's bed was empty? Find out all these answers — and more — in this special episode.

  • May 29, 2025 · 1 hr

    Season 3 Wrap Up

    Farmer Wants a Wife Season 3 might be over, but the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty podcast is back for one more episode. The show's third season, which aired on Fox and is now streaming on Hulu, averaged 1.5 million viewers per episode. Members of our Lancaster Farming news team watched the whole season to share our insights, and have one more Afterparty episode to wrap up Season 3. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're comparing the latest season to past ones and reminiscing on our favorite Season 3 moments. Plus, after a social media deep dive, we have the answers everyone is looking for: Are the final couples still together?

  • May 23, 2025 · 48 min

    The Final Decisions in Episode 10 (Finale Part 2)

    The Farmer Wants a Wife finale is here! The two-hour long final episode of Season 3 aired last night on Fox and is now streaming on Hulu. Season 3 of Farmer Wants a Wife averaged 1.5 million viewers per episode. The second half of the two-hour finale showcased the four farmers making their final choices between their two remaining women. Members of our Lancaster Farming news team have tuned in each week to provide commentary. And with a double episode to react to, we have split our podcast into two episodes this week. Listen to our reactions to the big final decisions here. On this episode of the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're talking about giving grace during a breakup, Colton's communication skills, and who we think is still together.

  • May 23, 2025 · 47 min

    Final Families on the Farm in Episode 10 (Finale Part 1)

    Farmer Wants a Wife ended Season 3 with an unexpected two-hour finale episode, combining the final family meetings and the final choice into one episode. The finale aired last night on Fox and is now streaming on Hulu. The first part of Episode 10 featured the second round of family meet ups on the farms. Members of our Lancaster Farming news team are tuning in each week to provide commentary. And with a two-hour episode to react to, we have split our podcast into two episodes this week, starting with our insight on the final family visits. This week on the Farmer Wants a Wife Afterparty, we're talking about John's existential crisis, Matt's growth in our personal ratings, and how much we love Jay's family.