‘MAFS’ S20 E16-18: Couples Retreat From Hell

‘MAFS’ S20 E16-18: Couples Retreat From Hell

Author: Claire Fallon, Emma Gray August 25, 2026 Duration: 2:05:36
This batch of “Married at First Sight” episodes leaves us at the brink of decision day – and teasing a scandalous off-camera conversation between Felipe and Tori. But first, the remaining six couples head off on a couples retreat that is more fratty than therapeutic. Felipe leans into his womanizing reputation, and expects Tori to be as tolerant of his foibles as his mother is. Mecca and Caitlin get flirty, and somehow Bellé is the last person anyone is concerned about. Nikki is ruminating on why Shawn told her she was a Seattle 10, but a New York 7. Adam is more focused on stirring the pot than finding compromises with Marissa. Michelle and Cam seem fine, but everyone else is fed up with their meddling and judgment. Even us! Should any of these couples actually stay married – and will they?

Every week, culture critics Emma Gray and Claire Fallon grab the remote and hit play, diving into the complicated, hilarious, and often absurd world of on-screen romance. Their Love to See It with Emma and Claire podcast is that perfect blend of snark and sincerity, treating both frothy reality dating shows and classic romantic films with the serious-and seriously funny-analysis they deserve. You’ll hear them dissect the latest dramatic rose ceremony on “The Bachelor” one episode, then revisit a formative rom-com the next, asking what these stories really teach us about our own relationships and desires. It’s less a straightforward recap and more a lively conversation between two insightful friends who aren’t afraid to laugh, cringe, or get genuinely moved by the material. They pick apart the juicy details and unpack the weird, sometimes problematic messages buried in our favorite love stories, all while celebrating the sheer joy of the genre. Tuning in feels like pulling up a chair with people who get why this stuff matters, for better or worse, in how we think about love, sex, and connection.
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