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Hey, we're glad you got the podcast. We got a brand new episode today. It's Brooke and Jeffrey in the morning. And today is Awkward Tuesday. Yes, Awkward Tuesday Phone call on your second date update podcast. And I just can't wait to see the comment section fill up with Bridezilla stories. Oh, yes. There's gonna be so many. This woman was unhinged. You are in for a treat. It's starting right now.
Brooke
It's awkward.
Jeffrey
It's Tuesday.
Brooke
It's Awkward Tuesday. Phone. You know, I heard someone say being a bridesmaid is basically like being in a very expensive cult. What? There's matching outfits, one really strict leader, lots of emotional chanting, and you have to financially ruin yourself to prove your loyalty.
Alexis
That's a good point.
Brooke
I have personally never been one, but, Alexis, is that description relatively close?
Alexis
I have been in many cults. Yeah.
Brooke
Yeah.
Alexis
How much red Kool Aid did you drink? Too much.
Brooke
Yeah. Not around the dresses, Brooke.
Alexis
I mean, it was mixed with vodka.
Brooke
That's right. Okay, now, I'm probably missing a lot of the tears and the choreographed dances that come with it, too, but you do get the general idea. You guys, yes, it is an honor, but it can also be a challenge.
Alexis
It really depends on who the bride is.
Brooke
That's true.
Alexis
I mean, honestly, because you can all.
Brooke
Of a sudden, now you're signed up.
Jeffrey
Oh.
Brooke
Bachelorette party in another state or country. You don't know. It's different for every single person. And that's why our listener, Shannon, says she needs our help today with a bridesmaid situation. Shannon, welcome to the show.
Jeffrey
Hi, guys.
Alexis
Are you. Are you the bridesmaid? Shannon?
Jeffrey
I am one of the bridesmaids. Yeah.
Brooke
Okay.
Alexis
Okay.
Jeffrey
Yeah. You know, I originally thought it was an honor, but now it's getting a little weird, a little stressful.
Alexis
Can I. Can we ask before we get into it, how you know the bride?
Jeffrey
So we've been friends for, like, ever, like, since kindergarten.
Brooke
Lifelong friends.
Alexis
That's always one of those where you're like, are you still really that close? Or is it just. You know, sometimes it can Go either way.
Jeffrey
It's one of those we don't have to talk every day, we don't live in the same state anymore, but when we get together.
Brooke
Yeah, yeah.
Jeffrey
It's like no time has passed.
Brooke
Yeah.
Alexis
That's awesome.
Brooke
Yeah, that's cool. So what's going on with the bride?
Jeffrey
So here's the thing. She recently got engaged to her boyfriend and she asked me to be a bridesmaid. Of course they said yes. So then a few days later I get this email and it has an attachment and it's a bridesmaid contract.
Brooke
Contract?
Alexis
Yeah, like an NDA, that's business like or just like you're going to actually follow through and pay for this stuff.
Jeffrey
So it outlines all her expectations of being part of the wedding.
Alexis
Oh, interesting. You know, it probably came from somebody told her like some advice somewhere was like lay out what your expectations are and then you won't have any drama. I've been to PowerPoint before. Have you? Yeah, she's a teacher, so it's her thing, you know. Yeah, I'm like nails and outfits like what we expected.
Brooke
Yeah. When I heard that I thought it was a joke. Like but that, that's something that actually for a guy it may be a joke.
Alexis
A contract is a little different than a PowerPoint. What did it say?
Jeffrey
So I actually have it in front of me so I'm going to read you some of these.
Brooke
Okay.
Jeffrey
One is attendance mandatory for all pre wedding events including dress fitting, bachelorette party, bridal shower and spontaneous gatherings.
Alexis
Spontaneous? I mean that can't, that can't be you. You live in another state. There's no way you can make spontaneous.
Jeffrey
Like I can't be spontaneous. How am I supposed to do that?
Brooke
Well, by a flight last second. If you actually cared about her, then you would make it happen.
Alexis
I even think the dress fitting is ridiculous.
Jeffrey
Oh, this is a good one too. Weight management must fit into dress as is. No diet accordingly.
Brooke
No.
Alexis
No.
Jeffrey
Yeah.
Brooke
Okay, but that one I can kind of understand because you want to look good in the photos, right?
Alexis
Get out of here, Jeff, please. No one, no one, no one wants.
Brooke
To look good in photos.
Alexis
There's no way in before a wedding.
Brooke
Ok, like I didn't, I didn't hear weigh in. I just said must fit into your dress.
Alexis
No diet.
Jeffrey
Diet accordingly.
Brooke
Okay, okay. Maybe that they'd cross triggered me.
Alexis
Jeff, obviously tell.
Brooke
You're hiding it very well. I'm afraid to even continue to ask if there's anything else on the list.
Jeffrey
It gets better, guys.
Brooke
Oh God.
Jeffrey
Okay, groom Proximity. No flirting, joking, or standing too close to the groom. No exception.
Brooke
Okay, you know what? Now I have to draw the line. Wait a minute.
Alexis
That's a weird thing that you would even have to say. It's your best friend.
Brooke
That's so weird. Has he cheated or something?
Alexis
Yeah. Is there a history? I'm with Jose on that one.
Brooke
She named cheated, so now she's watching.
Alexis
No, no, no, no.
Jeffrey
Not. Not as far as I know. I know she has one of her bridesmaids is a little bit of, let's say, maybe a trollop.
Alexis
Scallywag. Is that word every a trollop?
Brooke
So maybe that rule was specifically designed for that particular bridesmaid.
Jeffrey
Maybe. But here's. Here's the one that like, really irks me too. Financial commitment. You're expected to contribute a minimum of $2,000 towards the tire events, travels, and gifts.
Brooke
Wow.
Jeffrey
And at the bottom it says to sign it and return within 24 hours or else penalties would occur.
Alexis
This has got to be a joke.
Jeffrey
But it's not.
Alexis
She's like, hahaha.
Jeffrey
No. I'm literally on a group chat with all the girls. They think she is out of her mind. So I'm reaching out to you guys because they're all like pushing me because I've known her the longest to have a conversation with her.
Alexis
Yes. You're 40. A bridesmaid union. You're gonna rise up and fight against the man.
Brooke
Oh my God.
Alexis
I like it.
Brooke
The situation sounds pretty serious, which is great that we're putting it in an awkward Tuesday where Jose can contribute his knowledge and advice on bridesmaids. I am so scared to talk. Okay.
Alexis
I mean, I think here's the thing. This is a really important conversation because the bride is a little out of her mind. She's alienating all of her closest people and someone needs to tell her that's what's happening.
Brooke
Yeah, maybe that someone should be Brooke because she feels the strongest about it. By the way, Shannon, what is the bride's name?
Jeffrey
Oh yeah, Tara.
Alexis
Tara.
Brooke
Oh no. Tierra. The first part of terrible. That's not good.
Alexis
So do not say that.
Brooke
I'm not gonna say that. T arable is a great name. So let's circle the wagons here, team. That's a fun term. Okay, we're gonna come up with some top notch advice, Shannon, before she calls the bride to confront her about the bridesmaid contract. Say, you've gone too far, girl.
Jeffrey
Thank you.
Brooke
We're gonna deal with your awkward Tuesday phone call right after this. Hold on. It's Awkward. It's Tuesday. It's awkward Tuesday. Phone call. We just heard from a bridesmaid. Her name is Shannon. Who told us about her friend's extremely reasonable bridesmaid contract that she sent out to the whole bridal party. Some of the clauses in there include minimum dollar amounts required in order to participate, weight restriction rules, and limits on groom proximity. Now, again, I've never been a bridesmaid before, but if I was, I would think that'd be pretty normal stuff. I would think Brooke tends to disagree. She has a little bit more experience with this stuff than me. But the bottom line is Shannon has been nominated by the entire group to call the bride and talk her down from some of the expectations laid out in the contract. That's why she needs a little bit of advice before she does it. Brooke, we're going to start with you. What advice do you have for Shannon?
Alexis
Okay, first, Shannon, the most important thing is you need to come to her as her friend. Okay?
Jeffrey
Yeah.
Alexis
This call is because you've got her back and she hasn't thought all of this through yet. Like, of course all the bridesmaids are going to sign it. But what if this document, this contract, got leaked on social media? This bride would become literally the most hated person on the Internet. And not only is that not deserved, but, like, it's also, like, such a distraction from her big day. You know, she has this little window right now.
Brooke
I see. The advice is to threaten to leak it onto the Internet.
Alexis
The advice is to tell her you have this little window right now to just tell everybody it's a joke.
Brooke
Oh, okay. Wait a minute. She has a chance to back out. What do. What do you think about that, Shannon?
Jeffrey
She's not one to back down, but I do think that if people found out, I would hope that she would maybe see that this little crazy.
Alexis
You gotta set it up that way before you ask her to tell.
Brooke
It is blowing up right now. So a lot of people have opinions. Okay, so there's one piece of advice for you. Now, Jose has already said that he is too scared to give any opinion one way or the other. I don't want to be in the room because I feel like a lot of drama is about to happen and Brooks going to yell. That's fair. So instead we're going to go to Alexis, the bridesmaid expert.
Alexis
Okay.
Brooke
Makes sense.
Alexis
I don't know why you're asking me, because I probably would have already signed it and just sent it back, so I'm too scared to do anything.
Brooke
Okay. A lot of fear.
Alexis
Yeah. But if you are brave enough to confront the bride, then be like, you are going to be a great bride. I love your plans. And then go into like, but you're a little psycho. But that's what I love about you, you know? But that's what I love about it.
Brooke
I don't know.
Alexis
Just like, you gotta have a balance. You've never had a confrontation with any one of your friends, have you?
Brooke
No.
Jeffrey
Obviously.
Brooke
Alexis, don't back down like that already. Come on.
Alexis
Okay, fine.
Brooke
Actually, so it sounds like. Say some sweet things. Compliment her a little bit before you bring the criticism.
Jeffrey
Like some compliment sandwiches.
Brooke
There you go.
Alexis
Nobody ever sees through those.
Brooke
Although the compliment sandwiches might be a problem with the weight restrictions. So go easy on the sandwiches. Better be hors d'oeuvre. Cucumber sandwiches. Either way, now we're gonna call the bride, Tara, here, and we will step back and let you make your call. Oh. Just keep the advice in mind and know that we have your back, too. We're going to jump in if we feel like you need a little help. Okay.
Jeffrey
I'm really nervous. My hands are sweating. But thank you for your advice.
Brooke
Remember, this is your friend. Yes. So you have the benefit of the doubt. Please act that way. Here we go.
Jeffrey
Hello?
Brooke
Hey.
Jeffrey
Who'S this? Oh, girl, it's Shannon. Do you get a new number or something? What? Where are you calling from? Yeah, I had to use it. My phone's being funny. So it's interesting because Melanie texted me earlier and she said that you're gonna call because there's something about the wedding. And honestly, I'm starting to feel some type of way because none of you guys have signed the contract and the deadline's tonight at midnight. So what's going on? I didn't know she'd do that. Of course she would. Maybe we just dive in. First of all, very excited for the big day. We all are. Yeah, you should be. It's gonna be amazing. I gotta be honest though. You sound kind of full of sh. T right now. Listen, I love your enthusiasm for your big day, and I just kind of wanted to maybe have a little conversation about said contract. Get to the point. Okay. You know, I mean, the most loving and constructive way possible. But listen, girl, come on. I don't. I don't have time for this. Okay, well, like, number one, the. The weight management thing, Amber's trying to get pregnant, and you've got this girl terrified if she's to get pregnant because she's like, I can't gain any weight. And that's a problem. She's not having twins, is she? She'll be fine. No, listen, your dress is kind of form fitting. She's never gonna hide if she. By the time your wedding comes, she would be pretty pregnant. I'm not really liking your tone, girl. Let me tell you something. I went to Shayna's wedding in a hot pink bridesmaid dress put together with duct tape. So the length y'all bitches can do for me is show up sober and symmetrical. And I do not think that is too much sense. You know how, like, things hit the Internet. Like, what if one of these girls talks about it or posts about it, and then it's. You're gonna look like this crazy bridezilla. First of all, I can't believe that you would. Wouldn't you really do that to me? I wouldn't. I held your hair back in Vegas. Okay, first of all, we weren't gonna talk about that. We made a pack about it. Oh, well, we're not gonna leak anything online either. Tara, I adore you. I love you. Can you. I'm coming from a place of love and friendship. Just take a breath. The groom part, like, the no flirting or talking or. I mean, can't even look his direction. Like, that's. That's a little bizarre. Listen, listen, listen, listen, listen. You and I both know who has hoish tendencies, and we do know. You and I both know that is not directed at you. I'm not gonna say who's the listen. There is no compromising on that. Okay, well, that one. That one. Fine. Leave that one. But, like, the minimum $2,000 and the travel and the no missing event. Like, I don't live in the same state, so that might be a problem. It might be a problem, but it's not my problem. Baby girl, listen. I deserves a perfect day, and, by God, I'm gonna have it awkward.
Brooke
Dang.
Jeffrey
What the is going on?
Alexis
I told you that was way too casual.
Jeffrey
Shannon.
Brooke
Yeah, Shannon's there, and so is a radio show called Brooke and Jeffrey in the Morning. You're on the radio right now. Tara. Hi. Good morning, Tara.
Jeffrey
All right, like, in my defense. Oh, my God.
Alexis
Okay.
Brooke
Okay. It's okay. Everything's okay.
Alexis
She was just scared on how to bring this up, so she needed some help, and that's where we came in. Just. It was all out of, like she said, love and friendship. That's where we're coming from.
Jeffrey
Answer my question. Who the is this?
Alexis
That's Brooke.
Brooke
That's a Good question.
Alexis
I'm Brooke.
Brooke
Ooh, Shannon.
Jeffrey
Ooh, another girl.
Brooke
No, it's okay. I'm pulling up today.
Jeffrey
I'm pulling up on you today.
Brooke
I am getting.
Jeffrey
Okay, okay, okay, hold on. This is a station in my town, not yours. There's no connection. Oh, that makes it so much better.
Brooke
All she's asking, Tara, is if maybe you would consider relooking over your contract with the girls. Because it's kind of intense for some of them.
Jeffrey
All of us want to be in your wedding. We're all going to go sign the contract. But I just. I feel that if this is kind of how things are going to go, we just got to tone it a smidgen. And you know, I don't do well with confrontation. And I'm very sweaty palms. My armpits are very sweaty. It's true. I know. You are bright red right now. Like, I know, girl, you know, you know. And I'm like, I'm sweating. I'm sweating in all my crevices.
Brooke
And that's good for the weight loss part of the contract that you set out. So. See, she's trying. What do you think, though, Tara? Do you think that maybe you would. I know, I know it's a lot to ask, but it would mean a lot to Shannon and to all the bridesmaids if you'd sit down with them and just go over the rules and maybe make a couple amendments so it works better for everybody.
Jeffrey
We'll talk about it. Okay, we can talk about it.
Alexis
Okay, that's. That's progress.
Jeffrey
I'mma tell you right now though. The groom is staying.
Alexis
Okay.
Brooke
Okay.
Alexis
Apparently you guys have a really questionable best friend in the mix here.
Jeffrey
We love her. She's just a little hellish.
Alexis
Okay, you have her for the plot.
Brooke
I get it. Yeah, yeah, we all got one.
Alexis
I don't think I have anyone that will take my man.
Brooke
Uh. Oh, you're looking at her. That's not what I meant, but okay.
Alexis
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Podcast Summary: Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update – Episode "Awkward Tuesday: Bridesmaid Contract"
Episode Details
Introduction to Awkward Tuesday
In this engaging episode of Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update, titled "Awkward Tuesday: Bridesmaid Contract," hosts Brooke and Jeffrey dive into a particularly tangled situation faced by one of their listeners, Shannon. The episode, released on April 29, 2025, addresses the often complex dynamics of being a bridesmaid, especially when unconventional expectations are imposed by the bride.
The Unconventional Bridesmaid Contract
The episode begins with Shannon reaching out for assistance regarding a bridesmaid contract she received from her lifelong friend, Tara, who recently got engaged. Jeffrey explains, “[04:10] I originally thought it was an honor, but now it's getting a little weird, a little stressful.”
Unpacking the Contract Clauses
Brooke and Jeffrey dissect the various stipulations outlined in Tara’s bridesmaid contract, highlighting how these demands go beyond typical wedding preparations:
Mandatory Attendance:
Weight Management:
Groom Proximity:
Financial Commitment:
Listener Reactions and Group Dynamics
The conversation shifts to how the entire bridal party perceives Tara’s demands. Jeffrey shares, “[07:50] But it's not,” indicating that others also find the contract unreasonable. The group chat among the bridesmaids reflects unanimous concern, pushing Shannon to seek guidance from Brooke and Jeffrey.
Advice for Confronting the Bride
Brooke and Jeffrey, alongside their contributor Alexis, offer strategic advice to Shannon on addressing the issue with Tara:
Approach with Friendship:
Potential Consequences of Strict Rules:
Balancing Praise with Criticism:
The Confrontation: Shannon Calls Tara
Following the advice, Shannon initiates a phone call with Tara to address the problematic clauses in the contract. The conversation unfolds with emotional intensity:
Initial Tension:
Addressing Specific Clauses:
Financial Demands and Travel Obligations:
Emotional Appeal:
Interruption and Resolution:
As tensions rise, Brooke and Jeffrey interject to mediate the situation:
Ultimately, Tara agrees to revisit the contract terms, acknowledging the bridesmaids' concerns and signaling a willingness to adjust expectations. This resolution underscores the importance of open communication and mutual respect within close-knit groups.
Conclusion and Takeaways
The episode wraps up with a reflection on the delicate balance between celebrating a friend's big day and maintaining healthy boundaries. Brooke emphasizes the value of addressing issues head-on to preserve friendships, “[18:14] ... we're gonna deal with your awkward Tuesday phone call right after this.”
Key Takeaways:
Closing Remarks:
Brooke and Jeffrey successfully navigate an awkward and emotionally charged situation, offering valuable insights into handling difficult conversations with grace and empathy. Listeners are left with practical advice on managing similar scenarios in their own lives, reinforcing the podcast's commitment to providing both entertainment and meaningful guidance.
Notable Quotes
This detailed summary encapsulates the essence of the "Awkward Tuesday: Bridesmaid Contract" episode, providing listeners with a comprehensive overview of the discussions, insights, and resolutions presented by Brooke and Jeffrey.