Bachelor 23 - Potential Lead - Discussion - *Sleuthing Spoilers*

albean99 wrote:I don’t know if viewers would find Blake attractive if he gets too emotional, too fast, and especially if with multiple women. I know some who liked him earlier on and lost interest later on because of that. I have no clue who Fleiss & company want. I don’t think they’re looking so much for the lead to give drama but the cast. JMO

I found Blake’s genuine ability to show emotion and vulnerability attractive.   I can’t be the only one. His sincerity really set him apart to me.

Yes Blake is genuine and a nice guy but maybe not for the bachelor he might get more emotianal than the girls but I prefer him over Jason  jmo

Astrobach wrote:He does travel a lot for his work...so unless we see TMZ catching him at LAX, it could be anywhere. Looks like a day pack only...unless he checked a suitcase...

In his job I would assume most travel is regional. I know a couple of people in sales at Molson Coors in Canada. They usually work locally/regionally. They only travel into head office in Toronto and sometimes North American HO in Denver. They do have regular retreats, but again given he is so close to the head office I wouldn’t expect it to be flying distance.

I don’t think this is work related. Although kind of weird if he is going to LA, we was there last week and was seen at work on Wednesday, so not like he hasn’t returned to work.IMO

My pick for the next Bachelor would be Blake. He seems like a really good guy, unless we find out something different.

sosleepy wrote:

albean99 wrote:I don’t know if viewers would find Blake attractive if he gets too emotional, too fast, and especially if with multiple women. I know some who liked him earlier on and lost interest later on because of that. I have no clue who Fleiss & company want. I don’t think they’re looking so much for the lead to give drama but the cast. JMO

I found Blake’s genuine ability to show emotion and vulnerability attractive.   I can’t be the only one. His sincerity really set him apart to me.

You aren't the only one....I totally agree

I’m most interested in seeing either Blake or Ben H. 2.0, as I think both could have intriguing/different story arches and outcomes.

Jason is sooooooo same old, same old to me. I feel like I already know how it would work out for him. Idk. Not intrigued by that option at all. 

Realistically, 98% the gig goes to one of those three guys. I feel like Joe/Colton are huge outliers/major dark horses at this point. Like basically they’d only get it if all 3 of BBJ turned it down. 

Anyway, Blake or Ben and I’m happy. Jason I roll my eyes and gear up for another crap season, but whatever. That’s what usually happens for me. Very rarely do I get excited about whatever Bachelor they pick.

Blake is the only one I want to know more about. I'm not interested in any of the others. If it's not Blake, I would rather have Ben than Jason.

Stacia620 wrote:My pick for the next Bachelor would be Blake. He seems like a really good guy, unless we find out something different.

I personally think its between Blake and Jason. Unless someone shocks me on BIP. I just don't see it with Joe, he seems nice enough but I cannot see him doing well with all the press requirements.

Both Blake and Jason are good looking, well spoken/articulate and goofy. Even though Blake came across as very serious on the show, per SM he definitely has a goofy side. I think both would do really well with the press.

The way I see it:

Jason - level headed, even keeled, could take whatever is thrown at him in stride, will play well in the sandbox with TPTB
Blake - emotional, vulnerable, sensitive. I think he would give it his all, would fall hard and fast for at least one girl

I think that Jason would play more in the sandbox than Blake, as he isn't as emotionally transparent or analytical as Blake is. I think both are analytical but I think Jason lets "things be" where as Blake is trying to "figure them out". I mean Blake literally said in an ITM "she is going to pick Garrett" that is crazy for a F2 to call that out when the producers are trying to make him believe he is F1. I am still in awe that the guy called the season's story board, he literally figured out when Becca changed her mind - it is incredible how perceptive he was given he was in a world where he was being completely mind-f*cked.

I think Jason is a little too even-keeled, that is great in normal life but I think it will be very same old same old from past seasons.

My pick is Blake. I think they need something different and Blake would be a different Bachelor than they are used to. He is very sensitive, super earnest and I think he is very genuine in his pursuit of finding someone. I think his season could be more similar to how a Bachelorette would approach it, especially in terms of being emotional and vulnerable. After Nick and Arie's season, that I felt were very emotionally stilted, I think they need someone who will give himself completely to the process.

I pretty much agree with most of your post @sbolduc
We have not seen Jason emotionality because it was cut out or not filmed but he is someone who has deep feelings and I think it could bring that side of him with the right women.

And in terms of a ‘ crap season ‘ well, that would be Ben for sure, if he is ready to go... ( all pun intended)
AllMOAA

Astrobach wrote:I pretty much agree with most of your post @sbolduc
We have not seen Jason emotionality because it was cut out or not filmed but he is someone who has deep feelings and I think it could bring that side of him with the right women.

And in terms of a ‘ crap season ‘ well, that would be Ben for sure, if he is ready to go... ( all pun intended)  
AllMOAA

@Astrobach
IMO, With all the great guys on Becca's season, tptb would be so lame and stupid to pick a past season's loser like Ben. He's not new and improved, I've watched his season once, I'm not watching him again. I will watch either Blake or, Jason and even Colton's goofy azz but, not Ben again. Blake is special, he's cute and vulnerable but, you know - you know - you know...IMO Jason is the total package. Lovely, loving, lovable. He is my idea of what a Bachelor should be, for sure. Some people don't like his polish and cut-above-ity but, as long as he's there and willing, I just consider everyone else the runner-ups. JMO

Astrobach wrote:I pretty much agree with most of your post @sbolduc
We have not seen Jason emotionality because it was cut out or not filmed but he is someone who has deep feelings and I think it could bring that side of him with the right women.

And in terms of a ‘ crap season ‘ well, that would be Ben for sure, if he is ready to go... ( all pun intended)  
AllMOAA

I don’t think Jason will give us a crap season, I just think it will be similar to what we have seen.
I also think Jason is definitely emotional I just don’t think he is as transparent as Blake. Which could be bad for Blake. Like if he fell hard for someone early I am not sure how good he would be at faking it.

sosleepy wrote:I found Blake’s genuine ability to show emotion and vulnerability attractive.   I can’t be the only one. His sincerity really set him apart to me.

ITA...i have seen several comments on twitter saying the same thing. Viewers drawn by his genuine earnestness and sincerity  

sbolduc wrote:

Stacia620 wrote:My pick for the next Bachelor would be Blake. He seems like a really good guy, unless we find out something different.

I personally think its between Blake and Jason. Unless someone shocks me on BIP. I just don't see it with Joe, he seems nice enough but I cannot see him doing well with all the press requirements.

Both Blake and Jason are good looking, well spoken/articulate and goofy. Even though Blake came across as very serious on the show, per SM he definitely has a goofy side. I think both would do really well with the press.

The way I see it:

Jason - level headed, even keeled, could take whatever is thrown at him in stride, will play well in the sandbox with TPTB
Blake - emotional, vulnerable, sensitive. I think he would give it his all, would fall hard and fast for at least one girl

I think that Jason would play more in the sandbox than Blake, as he isn't as emotionally transparent or analytical as Blake is. I think both are analytical but I think Jason lets "things be" where as Blake is trying to "figure them out". I mean Blake literally said in an ITM "she is going to pick Garrett" that is crazy for a F2 to call that out when the producers are trying to make him believe he is F1. I am still in awe that the guy called the season's story board, he literally figured out when Becca changed her mind - it is incredible how perceptive he was given he was in a world where he was being completely mind-f*cked.

I think Jason is a little too even-keeled, that is great in normal life but I think it will be very same old same old from past seasons.

My pick is Blake. I think they need something different and Blake would be a different Bachelor than they are used to. He is very sensitive, super earnest and I think he is very genuine in his pursuit of finding someone. I think his season could be more similar to how a Bachelorette would approach it, especially in terms of being emotional and vulnerable. After Nick and Arie's season, that I felt were very emotionally stilted, I think they need someone who will give himself completely to the process.

as per usual, you have said it perfectly for me!..

also TY to Ash for bringing over the IG. As a supporter of Blakey Bach 19 this make me optimistic, since last year Fleiss tweeted the "who would want a Bachelor who doesn't want to propose" on Aug 17.  (paraphrasing here). That was when they were in talk with Peter and apparently didn't came to a mutual agreement.  IMO Blake is probably going to LA to finalize things. At least i hope so