"The Bachelor" Gets a Modern Makeover: A "Tinder-Style" Revolution?

"The Bachelor" Needs a Modern Makeover: Podcast Guests Suggest "Tinder-Style" Casting and Audience Involvement. Los Angeles, CA – June 11, 2025 – A recent episode of the popular podcast "Viall Files," hosted by Nick Viall, sparked a conversation about modernizing the long-running reality TV show, "The Bachelor." A guest on the show proposed a revolutionary idea: incorporating a "Tinder-like" element into the casting process. This would allow the Bachelor or Bachelorette to actively participate in selecting contestants, and the audience could also express their preferences. "I think the lead needs to have some involvement in the casting," Viall stated. The guest added, "It's like an app, and you swipe left or right." This interactive approach is expected to increase audience engagement and modernize the show's format. The podcast episode generated significant online buzz, suggesting a potential for positive change in the future of the franchise.