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Brooke
It's your brand new second date update and it's about to start. It's Brooke and Jeffrey in the morning. We're getting into presents on the first date.
Jose
Yeah.
Brooke
What's. What's the biggest present you've ever given Jose on a first date? Because you're a present guy.
Jose
Good question for you.
Jeffrey
You gotta give me time. I mean, the usual is like a candle or like a stuffy. Something simple or anything. If we've built any rapport. If she's like, you know, I love clams and I'm gonna buy you a little clam stuffy.
Brooke
Oh, well, that's interesting. That's never happened. Yeah, but it could. It could. I mean, Jose's love language is definitely gift. Yeah, for sure. So we'll get into that. But first, comments from our lovely listeners.
Jose
Yeah, well, zzz. Something like that.
Jeffrey
The right amount of Z's.
Advertiser
I don't want to.
Jose
There's Y's in there too, but I don't know how to pronounce them together. But it says I tell everyone about you guys. I've been listening for almost a decade. My roommate just said, do you want to hear this insane show on Tick Tock? I told you about them first.
Jeffrey
That must feel so good. We do have a lot of OGs that are like. No, no, no. I knew them before they were like crazy viral.
Brooke
Totally, totally. Hey, thank you so much for being here. Yeah. Always leave your comments. We love to read them. And please subscribe and share with your friends who are just not on it like you are. Okay, it's Brooke and Jeffrey and your second date starts now.
Advertiser
Second date update. Is it okay to bring a gift on a first date?
Jeffrey
Oh, yeah, of course.
Brooke
Nice.
Advertiser
Brooke and Jeffrey in the morning. My take as long as it's yes. Small, thoughtful, and diamonds low pressure. Like a little quirky keychain with their name on it.
Jeffrey
Then why not like a small dog?
Advertiser
That's a lot of pressure.
Jeffrey
Okay, all right. Somewhere in the middle, you want to.
Advertiser
Avoid something that's too expensive. Nothing too over the top romantic. Because the goal is to just be sweet and not serious.
Brooke
If you can link it to some inside joke you already have, it's even better.
Advertiser
Yeah, absolutely. And our listener Allison mentioned a gift was involved in her first date recently. I don't know the parameters of it or what exactly happened. So let's talk to her about it. Alison. Hey. Thanks for joining us.
Allison
Hi. Thanks for having me.
Brooke
What did you get us as a gift?
Allison
Oh, presumptuous.
Brooke
Well, I'M just saying I thought that she was into gift giving.
Advertiser
Okay, well, before we get to the gift, let's start with who's the guy were calling and how did you meet him?
Allison
Well, his name is Corey, and I met him on a dating app.
Brooke
Okay.
Advertiser
Okay.
Brooke
I'm so curious if you were the gift giver or receiver in this situation.
Allison
I was actually the receiver.
Brooke
Oh, okay. Weird that he would give a gift and be that excited about a date and then not be calling you back for another one.
Allison
Yeah, that's the thing. So it was kind of my idea. I told him that he should bring a little gift to make a first impression.
Brooke
Oh.
Jose
Oh, you asked for it.
Brooke
Okay, that really changes the dynamic.
Jose
Now it makes more sense to not call. Like, why you're on the phone.
Advertiser
Yeah, it's good to have a woman who knows what she wants.
Brooke
How did he receive that? Did he laugh? At first, I would think that someone was joking.
Allison
Yeah, it was a little bit of a joke. But also, on the other hand, it's also like, well, why shouldn't guys come with a little offering? You know, nothing big, nothing too crazy.
Jeffrey
Yeah, I think you're right. But naturally, like, the guy should already show up with something tiny. Not.
Jose
I don't want junk from guys.
Brooke
What did you want him to bring you?
Allison
That's the thing. It's up to him. I think it'd be cute to kind of figure out, like, what is he going to bring to impress me. But I also told him nothing too serious.
Advertiser
Okay, so this is more fun. You're not going in with big expectations. You're just trying to see how his brain works and what type of item he's going to get for you.
Brooke
And get something out of it.
Allison
Yes.
Jeffrey
Yes.
Advertiser
Okay, so what did he end up bringing for you?
Allison
A cinnamon roll scented candle.
Brooke
Oh, okay.
Advertiser
Nothing says romance like Cinnabon.
Brooke
Smells a little like Grandma, but it's safe, right?
Jeffrey
Yeah.
Brooke
Who doesn't love the smell of cinnamon?
Advertiser
What was your. What was your reaction to that?
Allison
I thought it was funny. I mean, throughout the entire date, I started calling him bfe. Big Fragrance Energy.
Brooke
Oh, he's got bfe.
Allison
Okay, there you go.
Brooke
Okay.
Jeffrey
Created an inside joke.
Brooke
Honestly, it's pretty smart of the guy, too, because now anytime you smell cinnamon rolls, you're gonna think of him.
Allison
I did ask him, like, why he chose the cinnamon roll scent.
Brooke
Yeah, yeah.
Allison
And he was like, oh, I imagined you smelling like this. Which I thought was kind of cute.
Advertiser
Interesting.
Jeffrey
Could be worse.
Jose
Could be worse.
Brooke
Do you work at a mall? Is that maybe why I thought you'd smell like that.
Allison
No, I don't. I just imagine. I don't know why he imagined it.
Brooke
I think he probably couldn't come up with another reason, and he was just blurting out whatever came through.
Jose
It's the closest one to the checkout aisle, basically, in this candle. Yeah.
Advertiser
Okay, take us through the rest of the date.
Allison
I mean, we weren't only talking about candles, but he let me text him a candle recommendation list because I got into candles a couple years ago.
Brooke
Wait, could he have been insulted by that?
Advertiser
Like, maybe, like, the implication is, here's a bunch of other candles you should buy for me that are the flavor that you chose. Cause you're wrong.
Brooke
I mean, I think I would have been insulted if I gifted a candle and then I got set back. Better off, if anything.
Jeffrey
You give someone a ring and they're like, here's better rings.
Allison
Yeah. I didn't think it offended him when it was, like, happening when I said it to him, because we were laughing and stuff.
Brooke
Okay.
Allison
But then at the end of the day, I was open for a kiss because it was going so well.
Brooke
Yeah.
Allison
But he just gave me a hug, and then I was like, okay, well, maybe still being a gentleman or something, because I thought he was gonna ask me in the next 48 hours to go out on the next date, but he didn't. Like, maybe he actually was offended, like you guys are saying.
Brooke
Did you tell him that he had to bring a present on the next day at any point?
Allison
No, no, no, no, no, no, no. It was kind of like a one time thing.
Advertiser
Yeah, but with the list that you send, in his mind, it might be implied that he's expected to show up.
Jeffrey
Oh, my gosh. What if he's saving up for a candle? That's all. He's like, I just need $12 or.
Brooke
More than 12 bucks. Yeah, yeah.
Advertiser
He's trying to knock out multiple candles on your list. It could be a big problem.
Jeffrey
Overwhelmed him with wax.
Advertiser
You expected a date within 48 hours? That hasn't happened. How long has it been?
Allison
Maybe a week.
Brooke
Oh, okay. Okay. And you haven't heard anything?
Allison
Nothing. And, you know, I'm really disappointed because I really do like him and he's really freaking cute, and I really thought we had something.
Brooke
And it's easy for you to reach out, too, and be like, oh, my God, look at my cute candle. Here's a picture of it in my house. Yeah, you can only do that once.
Jose
You can't keep updating every time you Use the candle.
Jeffrey
I had to blow it out for 10 minutes, but I'm back.
Brooke
Yeah, here's another picture. Oh, don't blow a candle out that soon. My husband.
Advertiser
Did you do that? Have you texted him a picture using the candle?
Allison
I did, I did. I mean, the first time. It makes sense. But then that was, like, awkwardly the last thing that was texted.
Brooke
Dude, it would be kind of funny if you took your candle with you everywhere you went and sent him updates. Like, here's the candle on the bus. Here's the candle.
Jose
No, don't do that.
Brooke
Look at the candle. And I are at the gym together. No, it's not.
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Advertiser
Okay, let's not laugh. This was a very, very cute gift, and now we're minimalizing it. I feel like there is a really sincere reason that he's not calling.
Brooke
You're getting serious. Okay, well, if I didn't know this.
Advertiser
Serious, I don't appreciate making jokes of true romance, so let's try and do this the right way. When we come back, we'll call Corey and get you your second date update right after this.
Allison
Okay, thank you.
Advertiser
Hold on. Second date update. Imagine sticky, sweet sugar melting into ribbons of cinnamon spice. Oh, my gosh. With the aroma of buttery dough rising into the air like temptation itself.
Jeffrey
Oh, wow. I think I'm pregnant.
Brooke
Did you just make that sexy somehow?
Jeffrey
Yeah, that sounds amazing.
Advertiser
It doesn't just smell good, it seduces the room. What I just described was a gift our listener, Allison, received on her first date. A cinnamon roll scented candle from Cor Corey.
Brooke
Most people think of grandmas, but not Jeff or them all.
Advertiser
Yeah, my mind goes. But afterwards, Corey has disappeared. Just like a box of Cinnabon left in our break room. I mean, honestly, the one thing Allison thinks she may have done wrong is send him a list of other candle scents that she likes, which even Brooke agreed is a little bit presumptuous. Right, Brooke?
Brooke
I could see it being read wrong. Yeah, I don't think that that was her intention, but totally.
Allison
Yeah.
Brooke
You know, I have a husband who loves candles, and he has long list of his favorite scents.
Jeffrey
That's true.
Brooke
How to care for the candle. How to cut the wick. There is a lot of rules. I know that. I.
Advertiser
My rule about candles is, whatever you do, don't eat it.
Jeffrey
Yeah.
Advertiser
And it's a tough one. I have to remind myself every time.
Jeffrey
I know.
Advertiser
Allison. You didn't do that, right? You didn't bite into your cinnamon roll candle.
Allison
No, no, no, no, no, no.
Advertiser
Okay, good all right, we can rule.
Jose
I feel like we need to ask our listeners that.
Advertiser
Yeah, I mean, that's true. You never know what happens on these second date updates. People end up doing weird stuff. We never.
Jeffrey
So, yeah, totally.
Advertiser
Let's call Corey and find out if he's a candle fiend, just like Brook's husband. So here we go. I'm going to dial his number right now.
Corey
Hello?
Advertiser
Hey, we're looking to speak with Corey.
Corey
Speaking. Who's this?
Advertiser
Hey, this is a radio show.
Brooke
Yeah. What's up, Corey?
Advertiser
Super cool radio show. Obviously, based on what you've just heard. No, never.
Brooke
Brooke.
Ryan Seacrest
Super chill.
Advertiser
But we're called Brooke and Jeffrey in the Morning.
Corey
I'm just so confused. So many people.
Advertiser
Yeah, a lot of people.
Corey
Can I help you? What's going on?
Advertiser
Well, this is a segment that we do. It's called Second Date Update. We're trying to help out one of our listeners who's asked us to reach out to you. A woman you went out with recently named Allison.
Corey
Okay. Yes. Okay.
Brooke
Yeah.
Advertiser
First impressions about Allison?
Corey
She's an interesting girl. She's definitely a quirky person.
Jeffrey
Interesting and quirky are good things, right?
Corey
Not always.
Advertiser
Okay, we know that something must be up because you have not reached out to Allison trying to arrange a second date, and she just is a little confused about why it hasn't happened.
Brooke
Happened?
Corey
Yeah, I think she's just. She's a little odd.
Advertiser
Allison's odd?
Corey
Yeah, she's a little odd. She had asked for me to bring her a gift to our first date.
Advertiser
Yeah, I mean, she told us about that. And actually, she said she really appreciated the gift that you got her.
Jeffrey
Yeah.
Corey
Oh, she did?
Brooke
Yeah.
Advertiser
Yeah.
Brooke
The cinnamon roll candle, correct?
Corey
Yes.
Advertiser
Okay. Is that the reason?
Corey
Well, no. So she. I don't know if she told you, but she actually, in fact, got me two gifts.
Brooke
Wait, she brought you something? She didn't mention that at all?
Advertiser
Wow.
Corey
To be honest, he kind of surprised me because I thought I was really the only one who was gonna be bringing a gift.
Jeffrey
But I love that she set him up like, hey, we gimme a gift to test him. And then she had a gift, too.
Brooke
Yeah. That's really cute. It wasn't as, like, testy guys don't get gifts very often.
Jeffrey
Unless you're a romantic.
Brooke
It seems like that would you feel special, right?
Advertiser
Why are you framing it as a bad thing?
Corey
Well, it wasn't so much like, the idea of the gift, it was the gift that she brought that made me feel a bit uneasy.
Brooke
Uneasy? Oh, I am so curious as to what she brought you.
Jeffrey
Like, not the right stuffed animal.
Advertiser
Hopefully it's not her baby teeth that she's been saving for the right guy.
Jose
Be uneasy.
Jeffrey
Or her stuffed animal with baby teeth in it.
Brooke
That'd be cute.
Advertiser
What was the gift?
Corey
So the first one, it was a rock that she found on the sidewalk that morning.
Advertiser
A rock?
Brooke
I don't know. That could be kind of funny. Like, is it shaped like a heart or something, you know?
Corey
No, just a rock.
Brooke
Oh.
Corey
And I just felt weird taking it because she said it was her lucky rock and she had given it to me. Like, it has no meaning to me.
Jeffrey
Yeah.
Brooke
But it's at that point she just found it. It can't be that lucky. You know, it's not like it's.
Advertiser
It was lucky for that day.
Jose
Yeah, yeah, you gotta go buy a lottery ticket.
Advertiser
Okay, so a rock that she found this. What was gift number two?
Corey
The second gift she handed me was like a homemade coupon book. I don't know. Have you seen one of those?
Jeffrey
Yeah.
Brooke
Yeah. Like, this is good for one back rub. This is good for.
Jeffrey
I'll do the dishes.
Advertiser
They're usually sexy things.
Brooke
Yeah, well, they're usually things in relationships. Is that what it was?
Corey
One coupon was for one good existential conversation. Another one was about, like, a midnight call where we talk about aliens.
Advertiser
Oh, aliens specifically.
Brooke
You can't talk about those at lunchtime. It's only a midnight conversation type of thing.
Corey
The other one was one deep discussion about the meaning of socks in society.
Jeffrey
Like, on your feet.
Brooke
It had to have been a joke. I mean, that sounds funny.
Advertiser
Well, also kind of romantic. Do you know? Was it a joke?
Corey
I mean, she's a bit woo woo. So it seems, like, probably on brand for her. I just kind of, like, kill the mood.
Brooke
Oh, socks doesn't turn them on, Jeff, like it does you.
Advertiser
Well, I know how to bring the mood right back up, and that's by letting you know that Allison is on the other line right now, listening, waiting to talk to you about alien conspiracy theories. So go ahead, Allison.
Jeffrey
It's not midnight.
Allison
Hey, Corey.
Corey
Allison, what are. What are you doing?
Allison
I really thought the date went great, honestly. And I'm a little shocked right now that you're finding that little coupon book I made you weird. I think it's fun. Especially, like, the socks in society. Like, socks are underrated. Like, they say a lot about culture, personality. Like, way more than people realize.
Brooke
Okay.
Corey
It just was a bit odd for the first time meeting Alison.
Brooke
It's a little Strange that you didn't bring it up with us.
Allison
I didn't.
Brooke
You guys ever really asked about the existential coupon book?
Advertiser
Well, I mean, I agree with all of the things that you're saying, but putting it into a coupon book on a first date? I think that's the part that's a little odd.
Jeffrey
But that's why we thought it was a joke, though. Like, were you kidding?
Allison
Were you being light hearted about the aliens? Yes. Like, we can have that call anytime. Everything else.
Advertiser
So she's just joking about the time frame when she can have the alien discussion. And not just midnight, any time of day.
Jeffrey
But you are down to chop it up about aliens.
Brooke
It is funnier when you say aliens at midnight.
Jose
For some reason.
Brooke
I agree with their delivery.
Jeffrey
I wonder what their time zone is.
Advertiser
Okay, Corey, does that clear it all up for you?
Corey
I mean, it's. It's pretty much what I thought.
Brooke
I mean, I don't know, you date somebody like her and maybe your mind opens up to some new ideas and some new experiences.
Allison
Yes, I can. I can open your mind and all that good stuff.
Advertiser
Yeah.
Jeffrey
Why don't you just like, just go on a date with me?
Brooke
Why do I feel like she's rubbing a Himalayan in salt rock right now?
Corey
My mind is pretty open, but I don't know, just a bit. It's a bit much.
Allison
I mean, come on. What about Big fragrance energy guy?
Brooke
That's right. Bfe.
Jeffrey
Come on.
Allison
Yeah.
Corey
I mean, if I'm not feeling it, I'm not feeling it. I'm not sure, like, that's true.
Advertiser
I mean, Allison, if this is how Corey feels, maybe he's not the right guy for you. You need somebody that matches your same vibe, your same energy that you're looking for.
Brooke
She needs to find a right sock to her left sock. Je.
Advertiser
That's what it is. So romantic.
Allison
Oh, but I like him. And I mean, I didn't even tell you there's another coupon in there. That's one free awkward hug.
Advertiser
Oh, an awkward one.
Jeffrey
So funny. You guys can hug and be like, no, no, no. That was way too good. We gotta make it weird.
Advertiser
I feel bad about that the whole day.
Brooke
I think it's so good.
Advertiser
Corey, you don't want to pass up that opportunity because we would pay for you two to go out on another date if you'll agree to it. Just give it one chance.
Jeffrey
Maybe even an awkward kiss.
Brooke
Oh, it's so funny.
Corey
I actually think your host should go on a with her because she seems really excited about a Lot of the things she's saying.
Brooke
Oh, my God. Triple awkward hug, you mean? I'm into it, Jose.
Jeffrey
Anybody else wanted in our hug circle?
Jose
I'm with Corey.
Advertiser
Even though this didn't end up working out, there's not going to be a second day. I do think something positive came out of this. We were able to figure out that you're two different people after two different things. And that's okay.
Allison
Yeah. Can I just say, like, Corey, you can't use that coupon book with anyone else. It only works with me.
Jeffrey
Oh, well, she's gonna get jealous.
Corey
I think that's a deal.
Brooke
Oh, okay.
Jose
I feel like he's already thrown out the book.
Brooke
Yeah.
Advertiser
Brook and Jeffree in the morning. Honestly, I don't know why she's being persecuted for being creative with her coupon book.
Brooke
Oh, you're on her side now?
Advertiser
Most of the time. Coupons are like one free back rub. One day of me doing chores naked in the house. Those are so old and played. Nice to hear someone actually put some creativity and, like, shake it up a little bit.
Brooke
Dude, I want to do the sock one. Like, when do we do the sock segment? Like, let her on and just let her go.
Advertiser
That would be fun. But of course, you know us men. We don't like new ideas or creative shakeups to our normal routine. We're simple creatures who like the same old crap over and over and over forever till we're dead.
Jeffrey
Thank you.
Brooke
Somehow someone's gonna say, brooke, why are you saying such mean things about men? Yeah, Jeff, that's me.
Jeffrey
I hate us.
Advertiser
And you can hate Listen to us online. Wherever you get your podcast, they're up at Brooke and Jeffrey. Or if you ever need help with your dating life, email the show. We'll call that person who's not calling you back.
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Podcast Summary: "Second Date Update: Big Fragrance Energy"
Episode Information:
The episode kicks off with Brooke enthusiastically welcoming listeners to a brand-new "Second Date Update," signaling the beginning of another engaging discussion centered around the dynamics of first and second dates. The primary focus of this episode revolves around the intriguing topic of bringing gifts on a first date and how it can influence the outcome.
Brooke introduces the main story of the day, involving a listener named Allison who recently went on a first date with a man named Corey. Allison took the initiative by requesting Corey to bring a small gift to make a memorable first impression. This request sets the stage for the unfolding narrative.
Allison’s Request and Corey’s Gift: Allison asked Corey to bring a small, thoughtful gift to their first date, hoping to gauge his thoughtfulness and creativity. Corey chose to bring a cinnamon roll scented candle. Allison found the gesture initially amusing and referred to Corey’s gesture as "BFE" (Big Fragrance Energy) (06:50).
Allison: "Throughout the entire date, I started calling him BFE. Big Fragrance Energy." (06:50)
Brooke, Jeffrey, and their co-host Jose delve into the significance of gift-giving on first dates, discussing how such gestures can set expectations and influence the mutual perception between the two individuals.
Analysis of the Gift: The hosts humorously analyze Corey’s choice, pondering its impact and the possible reasons why Allison hasn’t responded for a second date. They discuss whether the gift was too simplistic or lacked personal significance, leading to Corey’s hesitance to follow up.
Jeffrey: "The right amount of Z's." (03:15)
Allison’s Perspective: Allison shares that while she appreciated the candle, she was puzzled by Corey’s lack of response despite her open invitation for a second date. She expresses her disappointment and confusion over the sudden silence.
Allison: "I thought the date went great, honestly. And I'm a little shocked right now that you're finding that little coupon book I made you weird." (16:36)
In a pivotal moment, Brooke and Jeffrey decide to reach out directly to Corey to understand his perspective. They call him live on air, which adds an authentic and engaging twist to the episode.
Corey’s Feedback: Corey describes Allison as "interesting" and "quirky" but admits that the gifts, particularly the handmade coupon book, made him feel uneasy. He felt overwhelmed and unsure about the depth of the gifts, leading to his decision not to pursue a second date.
Corey: "She is a little odd. She had asked for me to bring her a gift to our first date." (13:34)
Discussion of the Coupon Book: The hosts highlight that Allison also sent Corey a list of other candle scents she likes, which may have inadvertently set further expectations. This list could have been perceived as presumptuous, contributing to Corey’s discomfort.
Brooke: "I mean, I didn't think it offended him when it was, like, happening when I said it to him, because we were laughing and stuff." (08:07)
Brooke and Jeffrey reflect on the importance of balancing creativity and thoughtfulness with simplicity in first-date gestures. They emphasize that while unique gifts can be memorable, they can also set high expectations that may not align with both parties’ comfort levels.
Personal Connection: Gifts should reflect a genuine interest and connection rather than impose expectations.
Simplicity is Key: Simple, thoughtful gestures are often more appreciated and less likely to overwhelm the other person.
Communication: Clear communication about intentions behind gift-giving can prevent misunderstandings.
Brooke: "If you can link it to some inside joke you already have, it's even better." (04:25)
The episode concludes with Brooke encouraging listeners to find a balance between creativity and simplicity in their dating lives. She underscores the importance of understanding the other person's comfort levels and ensuring that gestures are meaningful without being overbearing.
Encouragement for Listeners: Brooke and Jeffrey reassure listeners that not every date will lead to a second one, but each experience offers valuable insights into what they are truly seeking in a partner. They encourage openness and adaptability in their dating approaches.
Brooke: "Your second date starts now." (03:36)
"Second Date Update: Big Fragrance Energy" offers an insightful exploration into the nuances of first-date gift-giving and its potential impact on future interactions. Through Allison’s story and Corey’s candid feedback, Brooke and Jeffrey provide listeners with practical advice on navigating the delicate balance of thoughtfulness and simplicity in the early stages of dating. The episode serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their dating experiences and build meaningful connections.
This summary aims to capture the essence of the podcast episode, focusing on the key discussions, insights, and memorable moments shared by the hosts and their listener, Allison. For more engaging stories and dating advice, tune into "Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update" on your preferred podcast platform.