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Bomhan
Yo, K Pop fans, are you ready? It's your boy, Bomhan. And I'm bringing you the K Factor, the podcast that takes you straight into the heart of K Pop. We're talking music, idols, exclusive interviews, and even the real behind the scenes K Pop stories. Plus you, the fans, you're part of the show. And you can get a chance to jump in, share your opinions, and be part of the conversation like never before. And trust me, you never know where we might pop up next. So listen to the K factor starting on April 16th on iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcast. This isn't just a podcast. It's a K Pop experience. Are you in? Let's go.
Jose
Let's go.
Brooke
Are your ears bored?
Diosa
Yeah. Are you looking for a new podcast that will make you laugh, learn, and say gay?
Mala
Yeah.
Brooke
Then tune in to locatora radio season 10 today.
Diosa
Okay, now that's what I call a podcast. I'm Diosa. I'm Mala, the host of Locatora Radio, a radiophonic novella, which is just a.
Brooke
Very extra way of saying a podcast. Listen to Loca Season 10 on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Israel Gutierrez
I'm Israel Gutierrez and I'm hosting a new podcast, Dub Dynasty, the story of how the Golden State warriors have dominated the NBA for over a decade.
Jeffrey
The Golden State warriors once again are NBA champions today.
Israel Gutierrez
The warriors dynasty remains alive in large part because of a scrawny 6 foot 2 hooper who everyone seems to love.
Jose
For what Steph has done for the game. He's certainly on that Mount Rushmore.
Israel Gutierrez
Come revisit this magical warriors ride. Listen to Dub Dynasty on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Brooke
From the producers who brought you Princess of South beach comes a new podcast, the Setup. The setup follows a lonely museum curator, but when the perfect man walks into his life.
Bomhan
Well, I guess I'm saying I like you, you like me.
Brooke
He actually is too good to be true.
Bomhan
This is a con. I'm conning you to get the dlamo painting we could do.
Brooke
Listen to the setup on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Unknown Host
You feelin this too is a horror anthology podcast. It brings different creators to tell ten vile.
No, no, no, no, no, no, no.
Grotesque.
Jeffrey
Oh, my God.
Unknown Host
Horrific stories on what scares them the most.
Greg
Please go away.
Unknown Host
You listen on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Greg
Hey, it's the second date update podcast here with Brooke and Jeffrey in the morning, the home of the second date. So we're so glad you're here because it's Tuesday and now it's just become a regular thing. We're doing your awkward Tuesday phone call. That's where we call someone. Actually. You call someone. We just give you advice. You're gonna get it here in a second. Come on. Hey, and as we go into this, we'd love to see in the comments, after three dates, is it okay to give a big surprise Three?
Unknown Host
Oh, I'm first date. I get text back. I'm like, you got something in the mail, girl.
Greg
I love that about you, Jose. I do. All right, let us know and sit back and enjoy the show.
Jeffrey
It's awkward.
Greg
It's Tuesday.
Jeffrey
It's awkward Tuesday phone call. A lot of times when we're helping out couples in this segment.
Mala
Yeah.
Jeffrey
They usually come to us around like the six month mark in their relationship.
Greg
Yeah.
Jeffrey
Maybe like a year or two and they've hit a speed bump. But not today. One of our listeners says he's sending up smoke signals after date number three.
Greg
He's already worried already. Okay, that's not a good sign.
Jeffrey
Yeah, not necessarily the best, but we do need to step in and try and help him out today. So let's talk to Greg. Greg, welcome to the show, man. How you doing?
Jose
What's going on, everyone?
Greg
Date three, man.
Jose
Yeah, it's a lot.
Unknown Host
She's sketch, bro. Why don't you just drop it?
Greg
Yeah, that's my question, Jose. Like, why even bother?
Jose
Yeah, I've actually been thinking about that.
Greg
So that's on the line right now.
Unknown Host
Last ditch effort.
Jeffrey
Okay, so no pressure on us here, obviously. What's this girl's name?
Jose
Her name is Gianna.
Jeffrey
Gianna.
Greg
That's a fun name. Where'd you meet her?
Jose
Online. Okay.
Jeffrey
Okay. And so what's the issue? I mean, three dates to already have a problem and you're reaching out to a radio show about it. It can't be good.
Jose
I'm just in a weird situation right now. I don't know what to do.
Unknown Host
Okay, a weird situation.
Greg
Okay. I love weird situations. That it's, it's going to be dramatic.
Jeffrey
There's a lot of weird stuff on this show. Yeah. What, what's happening?
Jose
So, you know, like I said, we met online, we went on a few dates, but out of nowhere she just says, hey, like, I have a really big surprise for you. Oh, and.
Unknown Host
Oh, that's good.
Greg
Okay, wait, before you go Further, when did she say that? Like, via text? In person.
Jose
This is via text. Okay.
Jeffrey
And what day of the week was. It was a Monday.
Greg
I think it.
Jeffrey
Was it a Wednesday?
Greg
You know, it's. She. Is this a surprise date? Like, do you know?
Jose
No. Like, during the afternoon, she's like, hey, I have a big surprise for you. I've been working on.
Unknown Host
Oh, working on.
Greg
Interesting.
Jeffrey
After just three dates.
Unknown Host
That's adorable. It sounds like she's hand making something. Anytime someone does anything by hand for you, it's so nice.
Jose
I have no idea what it is.
Greg
Why are you scared? Why do you sound scared of a surprise?
Unknown Host
Do you just not like surprises?
Jose
I was actually thinking about ghosting her pretty soon, but if she gives me, like, a big gift, like a big surprise now I'm gonna feel bad. I won't be able to do that. I'm gonna feel bad.
Jeffrey
Why? Alexis would love that. A little parting gift for your time.
Greg
Yeah. It's also funny. You assume big.
Diosa
It could be so tiny.
Unknown Host
That's true, too, actually. I assume big. She makes a good point. It could just be like, I hand wrote.
Greg
I assume it's like, free tickets or something.
Jeffrey
I thought I found your real father. Here he is.
Greg
Oh, wow.
Jeffrey
No, wait a minute.
Unknown Host
And that's.
Greg
Do we have.
Unknown Host
On the other line.
Greg
Do you feel like you're being guilted into staying with her?
Jose
I'm just playing this out in my mind, and let's just say it is something big. I can't get rid of her. Like, I'm just. I'm now going to be obligated.
Jeffrey
Oh, yeah, you're stuck.
Greg
But what if. Okay, okay.
Jeffrey
It's not a good look.
Greg
Isn't it? Like, what happened to people just being direct with each other and saying, after you find out this prize, I'm sorry, I can't accept this. Yeah, it's not where I'm at in the relationship.
Jeffrey
No. We all wish we could move back to the 1960s how the world works anymore.
Unknown Host
No, but it's true. You can say, hey, look, I love surprises, too, and I love presents. Why don't we save them and we'll both give each other surprises down the road?
Jose
This girl is so amped about giving me this gift right now, like, I don't know if I can dial it back even if I tried.
Unknown Host
You know what? I'm a gift giver.
Greg
I want to know what it is so I know.
Unknown Host
I'm excited too, so I can see.
Jeffrey
Okay, so you're not. You're not saying that you're Definitely going to end it with Gianna. You just don't want to be guilted into staying longer than you're ready to commit to.
Jose
Exactly.
Jeffrey
Okay, what are we doing?
Unknown Host
Are we asking her what the gift is and then we hang up if it's not good enough?
Greg
He's more scared if it's too good. Jose.
Jeffrey
Oh, what advice specifically are you looking for?
Jose
Listen, I just want to know what it is. Like, if it's a big surprise.
Jeffrey
Okay.
Jose
Yeah, I just want to know because if it's a big gift and that just kind of puts my mind in the frame set and like. Okay, this is gonna at least be like another three months.
Greg
Oh, my God.
Jose
Well, imagine if it's like a car.
Unknown Host
Dude, Then you're keeping her.
Jeffrey
I know.
Unknown Host
It is kind. He has a point.
Jose
No one should be giving anyone big gift after three days.
Unknown Host
Yeah, I mean, unless you're both on the same page about it.
Greg
But rather, would you rather it's like a car? Like a song she made for you?
Unknown Host
You know, we don't know if it's big.
Jeffrey
We don't know if it's just a keychain that she had, like, personalized to have his name on it. So we.
Unknown Host
It could be anything button.
Greg
If it's a small gift, like Jeff is suggesting, would you continue to date her or are you gonna want to end things?
Jose
I hope it's just a crappy surprise. That way I could just ditch her.
Greg
This makes me feel so sad. So brutal.
Jeffrey
Relationship lies in the balance right now. We're gonna find out.
Unknown Host
He's doing all the talking, by the way.
Jeffrey
Right?
Greg
I feel like it's better for her if you just ditch her. Like.
Unknown Host
No, because what if he ditches her and he has like a monkey? Like a live monkey she bought him.
Jose
Yeah, I don't think it's that because I keep getting texted, says she's working on it. Right.
Unknown Host
So it's a project.
Jose
Yeah, I think she's putting time with this. Okay.
Greg
She might get her own song.
Jeffrey
That would be terrible.
Greg
Let's.
Jeffrey
Let's come back.
Greg
That would be terrible.
Unknown Host
Let's make her sing it.
Jeffrey
We're gonna come back, we'll give you a little bit of advice on what we think you should do before we let you call your not even girlfriend.
Greg
No, the girl you're talking, your new.
Jeffrey
Fling, Gianna, and find out what surprise she has planned coming up when we do your awkward Tuesday phone call right after this.
Bomhan
It's awkward.
Greg
It's Tuesday.
Jeffrey
It's awkward Tuesday phone call. Everybody loves the Person who blows the big surprise.
Unknown Host
Oh, no.
Jeffrey
And today that's all of us.
Unknown Host
Think of it like that.
Jeffrey
We're helping out one of our listeners. Greg, who's been out on three dates with a girl named Gianna. Wasn't really feeling it with her. In fact, kind of planned on ghosting, to be honest, until she told him that she has been planning a big surprise just for him.
Greg
Oh, my God.
Jeffrey
So Greg's worried if it's really cool that he's not going to be able to ghost because he's a.
Greg
He's a good guy. Who would feel too guilty.
Jeffrey
Yeah, he doesn't want to get roped into a relationship for months and months. Nobody needs that. Right, Alexis?
Greg
Right. We finally agree.
Jeffrey
Good. So Greg is about to call her, but wants our advice first on how to get Gianna to just open up and tell him what the big surprise is so he can just know. Jose, please share your wisdom with Greg. What should he do here.
Unknown Host
Thank you, Jeffrey.
Greg
Oh, wisdom.
Unknown Host
Well, you gotta tell her. I know we've been on a few dates, but I should share something with you. Oh, surprises give me anxiety. Right. And so all I would like is just a hint because I don't want to ruin the surprise, but I do like to ease some of my anxiety.
Greg
Is a hint going to tell him enough? Big, very detailed hint. That's what your therapist calls for.
Jeffrey
Greg.
Unknown Host
Can you.
Jeffrey
Can you say that? Do you actually have anxiety?
Jose
Yeah, I have anxiety that I haven't broken up with her yet.
Unknown Host
Oh, my God.
Greg
I mean, I do feel like anyone.
Diosa
Who calls us is anxious.
Jeffrey
Yeah. Channel that maybe into this phone call. Brooke, what do you think?
Greg
I hate ruining surprises. I love surprises.
Jeffrey
Unless it's your husband surprising you with a barbershop quartet in the studio. You didn't like that surprise?
Unknown Host
You did not like that.
Greg
I didn't.
Jeffrey
So what's your advice?
Greg
I don't know. I guess like if worse comes to worse, you just lie and say that you already found out. Maybe she'll just tell you. Oh, you know about blank.
Jeffrey
Oh, that's not bad advice. What do you think, Greg?
Jose
Yeah, I'm better off with playing anxiety card on this one.
Jeffrey
Okay.
Jose
I can use the other one if I get desperate enough.
Greg
Yeah, I had a nickel for every time a man told me that.
Jeffrey
Oh, wait. What?
Greg
Wait, wait, hold on.
Unknown Host
Let's figure out how to handle it.
Jeffrey
Brooke is always the men's desperate option.
Greg
I think that's what I'm going.
Jeffrey
Okay, gotcha.
Unknown Host
Would figure it out.
Jeffrey
All right. Well, Greg, not sure if that was uplifting or not. But we're going to dial Gianna for you and let you make this call. Hopefully you'll be able to figure out what surprise she's been planning for you.
Greg
Why are we excited?
Jeffrey
It's not for you. The surprise isn't for you, bro.
Greg
I know. I can't help it.
Jeffrey
All right, we got you, man. I'm dialing her number right now. Here we go.
Jose
All right.
Mala
Hello?
Jose
Gianna?
Mala
Greg.
Jose
Hey. I've been having some things. What's. What's that?
Mala
Nothing. Just calls him a different number. I was just wondering where you're calling from. How are you?
Jose
I'm. Well. I'm doing well. Listen, there's something I wanted to talk to you about. You know that surprise that you'd mentioned? I've been giving it a lot of thought, and I'm so appreciative that you put something together, but I got.
Mala
Yeah, you're gonna love it. You're gonna love it.
Jose
Right? So, listen, I know we've only been going out for, you know, a couple times in a few weeks. There's something I haven't told you that I think I need to share.
Mala
Okay, I'm listening.
Jose
Yeah. So I suffer from severe anxiety and surprise. Is that surprises are, like, one of. One of the triggers for that?
Mala
Oh, no, no.
Jose
Yeah.
Mala
Oh, my God.
Jose
Unfortunately, I don't know if I can handle it. I'm sorry, Greg.
Mala
Oh, my God. No. Like, I had no clue.
Jose
Yeah, sometimes they give me medicine for it, too.
Mala
Only for surprises. The anxiety, or is it, like, just for anything?
Jose
You know, the surprises are, like the big trigger. Yeah.
Mala
Oh, gosh. Oh, my God. This is such a trigger. Oh, yeah. I. I mean, what do you need? Like, I don't know what to do. I don't know. I've never been in this situation. I'm sorry, Greg.
Jose
Yeah. If you could just kind of tell me a little bit about what it is or hint, that would really, really help.
Mala
Oh, well, you know, I really can't say I really want to, but is it really going to help you or you.
Jose
Yes, absolutely. It gets really bad. My anxiety.
Mala
Are you triggered now?
Jose
I'm kind of short of breath and just conversation's gotta make.
Mala
No, no, no. Sit down. Just sit down. Are you sitting down? Sit down.
Jose
Yeah.
Mala
Okay. Okay. Are you ready for this? Because I'm gonna tell you part of it. Are you ready?
Jose
I'm ready.
Mala
All right, so you're gonna love it. I booked you a dentist appointment.
Jose
What?
Mala
Yeah. Remember you told me you haven't been in a long time, so I. Oh, I booked it for you.
Jose
Wow.
Mala
I know. Okay, I'll tell you a little bit more. I also also got you a dermatologist because I wanted to do, like, everything at one time. Like, the mouth and who. Everything. Facial. Just because.
Jose
Wow, you did all that?
Mala
Yeah. I'm actually trying to get you an appointment for TSA pre check, too.
Greg
Yes. Make it stop.
Unknown Host
Jo also made you a tax appointment for next year.
Jose
Boom.
Greg
I actually thought it was an insult until we got to the TSA pre check.
Mala
Same.
Greg
Same.
Mala
Wait, wait, what is happening? Who. Who are these people?
Jeffrey
Wait, these people are an entire radio show called Brooke and Jeffrey in the Morning Surprise.
Unknown Host
We're his surprise therapists that are there for support in a way. You get surprises?
Mala
No. Are you kidding me?
Unknown Host
Yeah, I am.
Bomhan
Yeah.
Mala
What is going on, Craig? What is going on?
Jose
Yeah, so these people are really smart.
Unknown Host
And they just kind of listen to our show.
Jeffrey
Does he. Hold on. Let him cook.
Jose
They kind of help me with, like, tough decisions. And, yeah, I kind of brought him in to kind of help me out.
Mala
So were you lying about the anxiety for surprises or something? Why? Why? Why do they need to help you out?
Jose
No, no, I. I wasn't lying. I get super nervous about stuff like this.
Greg
That's different than hiding.
Mala
So do you like the surprise?
Jose
You know what? Actually, no one's ever done anything like that for me before.
Mala
Well, yeah, you seem like more the creative type. Right. And I'm definitely, like, more buttoned up, so I thought would come in, help you get a little structure, do some things that I heard you talk about, and give you an active service.
Jeffrey
Wow.
Unknown Host
Like, a bit, like, practical.
Jeffrey
I mean, Greg, that's probably not what you were expecting at all. That is actually kind of a big surprise that she cares enough about you to, like, set up all this important stuff in your life. I don't know.
Bomhan
How do you.
Jeffrey
How do you feel about it, Greg.
Greg
Who likes having to make their own appointments?
Jose
No, listen, here's the honest truth. I'm kind of into it. I think that's amazing, and it's very sweet and thoughtful.
Jeffrey
It takes a lot off of his plate now that he doesn't have to do it himself.
Mala
So, listen, I'm big on love languages, and I heard that your love language was, like, acts of service and support, and we had that conversation at our second date. So I'm booking you appointments all over the city. You know, I'm doing this for you, baby. Like, all over the city.
Jeffrey
Maybe people in relationships should be Doing more of these things for each other. Aw.
Unknown Host
Yeah.
Greg
No, Gianna, I mean, that's sweet that that's your act of service, but I feel like you're really encroaching on, like, mom territory right now.
Jeffrey
Don't listen to Brook. Look, her love language is roadkill. She doesn't know anything about true romance.
Greg
I just.
Mala
I.
Greg
Be careful.
Mala
Here's the thing. It's not really like mom because I'm not paying. I just wanted to book the appointments. It's like he paid for dinner, he books the dinner date. So I thought I'd book some things that I noticed.
Jeffrey
I mean, to me, it sounds like Brooke has a problem with other people doing things the way that they want to do them. Greg. Greg seems to like it. Greg is on board with this?
Jose
I'm on board.
Jeffrey
What do you mean? No, he's saying he likes it.
Greg
I know, but I'm just saying for her, it's a slippery slope. That's all I'm saying. You book a couple appointments one day, two years down the road, you're doing all his laundry, washing his dishes, picking up his dirty towel.
Jeffrey
Okay, this is the Brook story of what happened in her marriage.
Greg
That is not what I'm saying. You guys are the worst.
Mala
I definitely want things to be romantic between us. Right? So.
Unknown Host
Of course.
Greg
Yeah.
Jeffrey
So maybe you should book a couple's massage for this. Two of you.
Greg
That is the booking that I'm talking about. Let's go.
Jose
Okay. Massages give me anxiety.
Greg
I don't think he is.
Unknown Host
I don't know what he's doing anymore.
Greg
Well, I don't think he's truthful about any of these.
Jeffrey
I'm just happy that we actually made this call and the two of you have worked it out and you're on the same page that the surprise is a good thing.
Unknown Host
You're going to see each other again, right? Right?
Jose
I hope so. Yeah, most definitely.
Unknown Host
He hopes so.
Mala
If he knows when his appointments are.
Greg
In the lobby of the dentist office.
Mala
Brooke and Jeffrey in the morning.
Bomhan
Yo, K Pop fans, Are you ready? It's your boy, Bomhan. And I'm bringing you the K Factor, the podcast that takes you straight into the heart of K Pop. We're talking music idols, exclusive interviews, and even the real behind the scenes K Pop stories. Plus, you, the fans, you're part of the show. And you can get a chance to jump in, share your opinions, and be part of the conversation like never before. And trust me, you never know where we might pop up next. So listen to the K factor starting on April 16th on iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcast. This isn't just a podcast. Is a K pop experience. Are you in? Let's go.
Jose
Let's go.
Unknown Host
You feeling this too is a horror anthology podcast. It brings different creators to tell ten vile.
No, no, no, no, no, no, no.
Grotesque.
Mala
Oh, my.
Jose
My God.
Unknown Host
Horrific stories on what scares them the most. You feeling this too? Listen on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Brooke
From the producers who brought you Princess of South beach comes a new podcast, the Setup. The setup follows a lonely museum curator, but when the perfect man walks into his life.
Bomhan
Well, I guess I'm saying I like you, you like me.
Brooke
He actually is too good to be true.
Bomhan
This is a con. I'm conning you to get the Dalama painting. We could do this together.
Brooke
Listen to the setup on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Are your ears bored?
Diosa
Yeah. Are you looking for a new podcast that will make you laugh, learn, and say gay?
Mala
Yeah.
Brooke
Then tune in to locatora radio season 10 today.
Greg
Okay.
Diosa
Now that's what I call a podcast. I'm Diosa. I'm Mala, the host of Locatora Radio, a radiophonic novella, which is just a.
Brooke
Very extra way of saying a podcast. Listen to Locatora Radio Season 10 on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Israel Gutierrez
I'm Israel Gutierrez and I'm hosting a new podcast, Dub Dynasty, the story of how the Golden State warriors have dominated the NBA for over a decade.
Jeffrey
The Golden State warriors once again are NBA champions today.
Israel Gutierrez
The warriors dynasty remains alive in large part because of a scrawny 6 foot 2 hooper who everyone seems to love.
Jose
For what Steph has done for the game. He's certainly on that Mount Rushmore.
Israel Gutierrez
Come revisit this magical warriors ride. Listen to Dub Dynasty on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Podcast Title: Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update
Host/Author: iHeartPodcasts
Episode: Awkward Tuesday: In Greg We Trust
Release Date: April 22, 2025
In the April 22, 2025 episode of "Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update," listeners are treated to another engaging installment of relationship dynamics and dating dilemmas. Titled "Awkward Tuesday: In Greg We Trust," the episode delves into the complexities of navigating early-stage relationships, particularly focusing on the challenges of unexpected surprises and the anxiety they can induce.
The episode opens with Greg joining the show to discuss his uncomfortable predicament after three dates with a woman named Gianna. Greg expresses his initial intention to ghost Gianna but finds himself hesitating due to Gianna's promise of a significant surprise.
Greg's anxiety stems from the fear that Gianna's surprise might be too grand, potentially obligating him to continue the relationship beyond his comfort level.
Brooke and Jeffrey engage in a lively discussion, weighing the pros and cons of Gianna's gesture. They debate whether Greg should embrace the surprise or heed his instincts to maintain his autonomy in the budding relationship.
Brooke suggests that acts of service, such as Gianna booking appointments, align with certain love languages and can be seen as thoughtful gestures.
However, Greg remains skeptical, wary of setting a precedent that might lead to excessive obligations.
As the conversation unfolds, it becomes apparent that Gianna's surprise entails practical gestures rather than extravagant gifts. She has proactively booked Greg’s appointments, including a dentist visit, dermatologist consultation, TSA PreCheck, and even a tax appointment.
Greg's initial apprehension gives way to appreciation as he realizes the kindness behind Gianna's actions, recognizing the effort she has invested to make his life easier.
The episode concludes with Greg acknowledging the genuine intent behind Gianna's surprise, leading to a newfound appreciation for her thoughtfulness. The hosts emphasize the importance of communication and understanding each other's love languages in fostering healthy relationships.
Ultimately, Greg and Gianna appear to reconcile, highlighting that surprises, when aligned with mutual understanding, can enhance relationship bonds rather than hinder them.
Greg (07:32): "Yeah, I just want to know because if it's a big gift and that just kind of puts my mind in the frame set and like. Okay, this is gonna at least be like another three months."
Jose (16:07): "I'm kind of into it. I think that's amazing, and it's very sweet and thoughtful."
Mala (14:28): "Remember you told me you haven't been in a long time, so I booked it for you."
"Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update" masterfully navigates the intricacies of modern relationships, offering listeners both entertainment and valuable insights. This episode serves as a testament to the importance of empathy, understanding, and clear communication in building meaningful connections.