Alyssa interviews Rodney Mathews (The Bachelorette/Bachelor in Paradise) and Ari J, all about their recent engagement. They share their unique love story, from their serendipitous meeting at a bar in Venice Beach to their experiences with reality TV. Ari discusses her journey from the East Coast to California and her career at Netflix, while Rodney reflects on his time on The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise. The couple talks about their relationship's rapid progression, including moving in together and planning their wedding, culminating in a heartfelt proposal that included family and friends. We cover the importance of connection, intention, and the signs that guided them along the way. Ari and Rodney share their journey of wedding planning, from selecting the perfect venue to choosing the dress and vendors. They discuss the importance of making quick decisions to avoid decision fatigue, the significance of their wedding decor reflecting the venue's aesthetics, and their commitment to premarital counseling to strengthen their relationship. The couple chats about the joy of planning their wedding together while maintaining a balance between their personal and professional lives.

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