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DJ Dramos
You're welcome. Yeah, I go to bed every night and I just stream it on 5, 000 different laptops.
Brooke
Oh, you're the one that's doing it.
DJ Dramos
I'm sorry, guys, but I'm tired of those ratings.
Brooke
All right, hey, thanks for being here. And don't forget, we do have 45 more minutes of this painful show. If you can endure it over on our main feed. Just go to Brooke and Jeffrey for that one. But right now, let's get to what you came for. That's the second date.
DJ Dramos
Yes. Second date update. We're gonna do a fun little experiment here.
Brooke
Oh, that's exciting.
DJ Dramos
Brooke, before you got together with your husband, Michael, think about the last couple guys before him that you dated. I need you to rate them based on their attractiveness. Just simply one to ten. The last two.
Brooke
Oh, they're both. Well, no. Okay, one of them.
DJ Dramos
They're changing in your head.
Brooke
I'd give one of them an eight.
DJ Dramos
Okay.
Brooke
And then I'd give one of the other ones when he showered. Five.
DJ Dramos
Wow. Was when he showered unshowered?
Brooke
Probably nine.
DJ Dramos
You went up.
Brooke
She likes. No, three. I go three.
DJ Dramos
Okay, so we have an eight.
Brooke
And he had really greasy hair.
DJ Dramos
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Brooke
I don't actually argue that. Wait a minute.
DJ Dramos
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Thom
Yeah, it's th. There's an H. Cool.
DJ Dramos
Oh, and it's pronounced what's up?
Brooke
Th.
Thom
Hey, guys.
DJ Dramos
So according to your email, it says that before the date you considered yourself to be a six, but afterwards you consider yourself a four. Now. Oh, no. Why do you feel that way? Did you fall face down on an escalator? What's going on?
Thom
No, no. I mean, when I went out with her, I thought she was a six easily, but she's, like, not calling me back, so now I'm thinking I'm a four, you know.
DJ Dramos
You'Re not beating her. You can't lock down a six, then. Yeah, what is that?
Brooke
We just, like, put it out there that no woman, no matter where you actually think they stand, should ever be called anything but a seven or an eight.
DJ Dramos
Well, yeah, you know.
Thom
Yeah.
DJ Dramos
At least not to their face. But she's not on the phone right now, so we're allowed to be honest.
Brooke
Here's this. She's really not calling her back. Why do you think you failed?
Thom
I have absolutely no idea. I mean, look, I didn't put in, like, a ton of effort. Maybe that was.
Brooke
It's one big clue there.
DJ Dramos
I don't know. I didn't listen to anything. I don't know what her name is. Yeah, do you know what her name is? Do we put that much shefford in?
Thom
Yeah. Tori.
DJ Dramos
Is it Tori or is it Thor with an h in the name?
Brooke
That's funny.
Thom
It's just T O R I. Yeah.
DJ Dramos
All right. Okay. Where did you meet Tori?
Thom
Dating app.
DJ Dramos
All right.
Thom
Which I normally. It was. It was weird. Like, I normally. I kind of aim higher. I'm going after sevens and eight.
Brooke
What are you saying?
DJ Dramos
Well, hear him out.
Brooke
Let's hear him out.
Thom
No, you got to listen. Wait, listen. I mean, that was the thing. I've been, like, kind of going after these sort of, I guess, aesthetically more beautiful women, but it wasn't really working, so I was kind of like, well, you know, I'll go out with this girl. She's probably a six.
DJ Dramos
I feel you, bro. Okay.
Brooke
Do you always think of people on this rating scale?
Thom
No. I mean.
DJ Dramos
Okay, Brooke, all men think that way.
Brooke
Surprise, news flash.
DJ Dramos
Surprise, news flash. We think beautiful women are beautiful.
Brooke
That's different than rating every single person you meet. Okay, so here's my question.
DJ Dramos
Women do this. I know women rate guys.
Brooke
I don't rate people in my head, like, I. Yes, I find them attractive or not attractive for sure, but I don't play.
DJ Dramos
Eight was one of your boyfriends, and three was the other one. You don't rate people. Okay, I guess you're right. We'll go off of your word on that.
Brooke
Okay.
DJ Dramos
Okay.
Brooke
Can I just ask them a question?
DJ Dramos
Go ahead.
Brooke
I'm curious. Because it doesn't sound like you are attracted to this woman. Yeah, and it doesn't sound like you're interested. Why are you calling us to getting in touch with her?
Thom
I mean, it's not as if I wasn't, like, 100% unattracted to her. I mean, we were definitely getting along, I guess.
Brooke
Are you just bored when you say, I get it?
DJ Dramos
It really sounds like there's people you.
Brooke
Keep around when you're bored. Or he's being rejected and he hates it.
DJ Dramos
You know what I mean?
Brooke
Like, it's a want what you can't have thing.
DJ Dramos
That's true.
Thom
I don't know. I mean, look, we just went to, like, a dive bar. It wasn't like we did some big fancy dinner. I wasn't exactly willing to spend a lot of money on it, but I.
DJ Dramos
Don'T know if she was a 7 or 8. Then you would have gone the extra mil and, like, paid extra.
Thom
I probably would have.
DJ Dramos
Okay. Hey, I think that's fair.
Brooke
Were you nice to her when you were on the date?
DJ Dramos
Yeah, that's a good question.
Brooke
I'm being serious.
DJ Dramos
Yeah, tell us about the date.
Brooke
Did you compliment her a little bit.
Thom
I mean, we hung out and we laughed every once in a while. It was kind of cool. The one thing that was kind of strange, I guess, after we had been drinking a little bit, I went to the bathroom and I came back and I was going to give her, like, a surprise hug, but she was. She was sitting down on a bar stool, and I kind of, like, gave her a hug from behind, and it was almost like I got her in, like, a little headlock.
DJ Dramos
Oh, I know what you mean. You're standing up and she's sitting, so the alignment isn't right. Those are. Those can be cute. He didn't really put her in a head.
Brooke
No, my husband's height. It's like whenever he hugs me from behind, it is literally like a choke hold. And I hate it. I hate it so much.
DJ Dramos
Did you let go after 30 seconds or did you let her lose consciousness? She literally falls asleep.
Thom
I gave her, like, a little noi, you know, kind of thing like.
Brooke
Wait, what?
DJ Dramos
You gave her a. No.
Brooke
Are you joking? No, that's a joke.
Thom
No, it was just a stupid quick thing.
DJ Dramos
That's a little friendly behavior, my friend.
Brooke
I would never call a man that. I don't care if he was a 20 on whatever scale you're working on.
DJ Dramos
Okay, fine.
Brooke
Dude walked up and gave me a noogie. I'm with you.
DJ Dramos
Okay, but you're a five. Brooke. You're a five. You don't get to choose like that. We're talking about six. He went out with a six.
Brooke
What was her response to the noogie?
Thom
Yeah, look, she seemed startled at first, but we had been drinking, so it kind of. She just brushed it off and we just got back to talking.
DJ Dramos
She realized it was you, everything was.
Brooke
Okay, and her mood didn't change. Like, she didn't become more icy or cold towards you?
Thom
You know, to be honest, I didn't really notice because I was sort of, like, not as interested anymore. I sort of lost the desire to take it any further. I was like, yeah, whatever.
Brooke
Are you trying to be a jerk right now?
Thom
No. Look, I mean, I'm being honest with you. That's totally how it was on the date. I was just, like, not into it. But then when I got home, it was like I realized out of all the dates I've been on and all the dates that I don't like, I kind of liked her the most.
Brooke
She was. She was the best of the worst.
Thom
Right?
Brooke
She's like, okay, okay. I'm really concerned with myself that I followed that.
DJ Dramos
Yeah. Yeah. Position that some of us have been in many, many times. So. Okay, how long has it been since your date with Tori then?
Thom
It's been a week.
Brooke
Okay. Have you tried to put any effort in since? It doesn't sound like you put any in initially.
Thom
Yeah, I mean, look, I waited about four days. Then I called once. I didn't leave a message or anything. I just hung up. And then I texted her after that.
Brooke
Wow. Okay, good. And they say romance is dead.
DJ Dramos
Well, some people might think you're coming on a little bit strong there at the end. You let it ring once, bro. Clingy. But we'll see how Tori feels because we're going to come back. Will call her directly.
Brooke
I'm actually really excited to hear her opinion of this situation.
DJ Dramos
And maybe we'll. Maybe we'll have her rate you.
Brooke
I don't. I should just drive. I actually want to hear her. Everybody wants it.
DJ Dramos
And then we'll rate everybody in this room. We're going to come back and do it.
Brooke
It's not healthy.
DJ Dramos
It's a rate fest. When we come back for your second date update. Right after this second date update, we've got an interesting situation on our hands here with one of our Listeners. Thom spelled like Tom, but with an H in there. Yes. And to a few of us on the show, it sounds like he only wants another date with this woman, Tori because he's kind of bored.
Brooke
Or he's being rejected and hates that. I can't decide which.
DJ Dramos
Yeah, we're not. He doesn't seem that into her.
Brooke
No.
DJ Dramos
At least according to some people in this room.
Brooke
According to him. To me, he said that.
DJ Dramos
Well, I don't know how he feels personally. It sounds like he is passionately in love.
Brooke
That's his passion.
DJ Dramos
Trying to play it coy, not give away his true feelings.
Brooke
He told us that he was being honest like eight times, so I don't know.
DJ Dramos
That's what a coy person would say.
Brooke
But yeah, trick me too.
DJ Dramos
The truth is there really weren't a lot of highlights to cover from their dive bar hangout. Except for when he tried to hug her from behind and accidentally put her into a mini headlock. Yeah.
Brooke
That'S a huge highlight. Yeah, I mean, I'm. Or a low light I. For her.
DJ Dramos
It's kind of playful flirtiness there.
Brooke
It's not.
DJ Dramos
Well, to some it could be almost like the I do kiss. Yeah, it's very cute and romantic. I see potential for it. Anyway, we're hoping to help cure Thumb of his, you know, eternal boredness and get him another date with Tori here. Brooke, is there anything disparaging you'd like to say to Thumb before we begin here?
Brooke
I feel like I covered it all.
DJ Dramos
Yeah. Anything left?
Brooke
Yeah, what I want to ask him is if he is going to be embarrassed if he gets rejected on the radio.
Thom
No, honestly, not really.
DJ Dramos
Okay, good. No pressure. I mean, she's already basically rejecting you as it is. True. Can't be rejected.
Thom
I don't know how. You know how much else I can worry about that if it happens.
Brooke
Okay.
DJ Dramos
All right. Well, usually.
Brooke
So you just don't care about that either. Okay, we're just a little apathetic.
DJ Dramos
I can sense the passion in Tom's voice. Right. Sorry, Tom. My bad. What if I'm just killing time with us right now? He's like, man, I'm kind of bored. I'm just going to call this maybe. Well, let's get it done. We'll see what she has to say. I'm going to dial her number right now. You ready?
Thom
You guys? Are you asking me that?
DJ Dramos
Yes. Yeah. Okay, never mind. Let me just focus on Tori here.
Brooke
Okay. So many emails and this is the one we chose to do. To call.
DJ Dramos
I mean, Brooke, we're not going to turn down the chance to interview a hard four on his dating life self. Admit. So here we go. This is for th. Let's call her.
Alexis
Hello?
DJ Dramos
Hi, we're looking to speak with Tori.
Alexis
Yeah, this is her.
Brooke
No, it is a dumb joke.
DJ Dramos
Sorry, I just thought. Tori, what's up? You're on the radio with Brooke and Jeffrey in the morning.
Brooke
Hey, Tori.
Alexis
Hi.
DJ Dramos
Sorry.
Brooke
Yeah, it's gonna get a lot weirder here in a second.
DJ Dramos
We don't know that for sure. We do want to pry into your personal life just the tiniest bit and ask you about a date that you went on the other day with a guy named Thaum. Oh, you probably met a lot of Thom. So this one, he was the one that took you to a dive bar?
Alexis
Yeah, Thumb. Okay, I remember him. Like, weird.
Brooke
He's weird or it's weird that we're calling? No, it's weird that you're.
Alexis
It's weird that you're calling me.
DJ Dramos
Well, we're just trying to ask in general how you felt about the date and how you felt about Thom himself.
Alexis
I don't know. He's okay. Okay, fine.
Brooke
He's fine.
DJ Dramos
Okay. It's not a bad review.
Brooke
You're gonna ask her? Alexis, on a scale? Yeah, I was waiting.
DJ Dramos
No, no, no. Let's not. Let's not go into the superficial route. That's just rude.
Brooke
Okay, I don't wanna hear that. Oh, it's just rude. Now I see we're above that.
DJ Dramos
We're above that. As a radio show. We wanna ask, like, we wanna get a sense of how you really feel about Thaum. Is there, like, a chance that there might be another meetup? Maybe.
Alexis
I mean, I guess he did, like, text me. I just. I never texted him back. It was a fine day. I mean, I didn't really seem like he wanted to be there, but, like, I didn't really want to be there either, so.
Brooke
Okay. Why didn't you want to be there?
Alexis
I mean, it wasn't like a bad date. It just wasn't a great date. I don't know. I guess I've been, like, going back and forth on how I feel about him.
DJ Dramos
Okay.
Alexis
Like, part of me is like, I can probably do better, but then there's another part of me that's like, is it even worth trying to find somebody else?
Brooke
You know, like, don't settle. Don't settle for Thumb.
DJ Dramos
Bro is our listener. He's asked us for help.
Brooke
Yeah, I don't want him to settle either. He also. I just.
DJ Dramos
You didn't say that to him. You only said it to her.
Brooke
Tori, is there any highlights or lowlights, Any moments from the date that really stand out to you?
DJ Dramos
Any lights?
Alexis
I mean, not. Not really. Like, I haven't even really thought about him.
DJ Dramos
What do you mean you haven't thought about him?
Alexis
I don't know. Just like, you know, you have an experience, it's like, eh. And then you just kind of, like, go about your life and don't, like, give it much attention.
DJ Dramos
Maybe no highlights is a highlight. Like, that's actually in itself. That's interesting.
Alexis
Well, I mean. Wait, are you guys asking me?
DJ Dramos
Yeah. Have you ever thought of it that way? All right. The similarities are actually pretty striking. I know. That's just confusing. Meh. I can't wait to see the fireworks that explode out of a conversation when we tell you. Tori, that thumb is actually on the other line right now listening to this conversation. Oh, yeah, and he wants that. He wants to jump in and talk to you.
Brooke
Huh?
Thom
Hey, how's it going?
Brooke
Hey.
DJ Dramos
Yeah, that's dumb. So we're just gonna back away and let you two lovebirds talk this out? Go ahead. Dramatic.
Alexis
Sorry. I mean, I don't want to, like, hurt your feelings. I'm just being honest. Like, I. I don't know. I just didn't feel like it was that special, really. No offense to you. Like, you're a nice guy.
Thom
I mean, look, no offense taken. I agree. It was fine. It's not like we. We didn't hate each other, you know?
Alexis
Yeah, no, I don't know. I mean, I guess, like I said, I'm like, going back and forth. Part of me is like, yeah, why not? It was like, fine. And then the other part of me is just like. It's not even on my mind at all that we even went out, you know?
Brooke
Is this where dating's at?
DJ Dramos
Yeah.
Brooke
Is this what's happening?
DJ Dramos
You're interrupting sparks, Brooke.
Thom
Yeah, I mean, look, I appreciate the honesty, and I'll be honest with you. I mean, I kind of only thought about you when this radio show came on. They sort of asked me if I wanted to do the second date call, so.
Brooke
Oh, we asked you.
Alexis
I mean, that's fair. That's totally fair. Like, I think back on their date, there's. Yeah, there's nothing, like, special about our date, you know? Like, I get it.
Thom
Offended. Weird. Like, that's what I kind of liked about it. Like, the lack of interest. Like, there was no drama. And, like, that's kind of not bad.
Brooke
That was actually the Most positive thing that I've heard any of them say.
DJ Dramos
One of the most romantic things that's ever been spoken on the show.
Brooke
Are you guys attracted to each other?
DJ Dramos
I mean, I guess they're both thought about it for the same amount of time. Very long pause. I think you guys are actually perfect for each other. You're madly in love, and you just don't care enough yet. The bar is set so, so low for both of you. Not even that this might actually work.
Brooke
Yeah, I think there is a bar. I think the bar is left.
DJ Dramos
Well, let's find out for sure, because, Tori, we'd love to offer you another date with th. And we would pay for that date if you're willing to see him one more time.
Alexis
I mean, I guess, like, the dating apps are just so bad right now. Like, I don't know if you guys are on there, but there's just, like, pervs and weirdos, and I had, like, a group of three saying they wanted to add a fourth one time. It's just, like, rough out there.
Brooke
So. Giving up, I guess.
Alexis
Yeah, like, why not? It doesn't, like, hurt to do another one.
DJ Dramos
So you're settling, like, all right.
Brooke
Well, Tom, though.
DJ Dramos
Well, hold on, Brooke. He may have changed his mind. Let's ask him. Tom, are you still up for this?
Thom
I mean, I think it's great. I mean, I'll take a free date.
DJ Dramos
All right.
Brooke
I'll take a free.
DJ Dramos
I'll take a free date. And why not? How much worse can it get? Sure. What the heck? Well, congratulations. I don't even want to congratulate you. It doesn't feel like it deserves a congratulations.
Brooke
I have never been so depressed at the end of a second date.
DJ Dramos
Now it's officially my favorite second date we've ever done. Now that Brooke's depressed. Good work, thumb. And Tori, you're going out one more time.
Brooke
Good luck.
Thom
Thanks, guys.
Alexis
Are we done?
Brooke
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Podcast Summary: Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update – "You, Me & Apathy"
Release Date: December 14, 2024
Host: iHeartPodcasts
Episode Title: Second Date Update Classic: You, Me & Apathy
In this engaging episode of Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update, hosts Brooke and DJ Dramos delve into the complexities of modern dating through a candid listener story. The episode, titled "You, Me & Apathy," explores the challenges of securing a second date after a lackluster first meeting, all while providing humor and relatable insights for the audience.
The episode kicks off with a playful conversation about common interests, quickly shifting focus to a listener named Thom who seeks advice on his faltering relationship with Tori. Thom reaches out for a "Second Date Update," hoping to understand why his first date didn't lead to further connections and to find a path toward a potential second meeting.
At [03:20], DJ Dramos prompts Brooke to reflect on her past relationships by rating her ex-boyfriends based on attractiveness. Brooke humorously rates one ex an eight and another a five, highlighting the superficial metrics often employed in dating evaluations.
Brooke [04:07]: "I'd give one of them an eight. And then I'd give one of the other ones when he showered, five."
This segment sets the stage for understanding how societal pressures and personal insecurities can impact one's self-perception in the dating world.
Thom shares his experience, revealing that his date with Tori at a dive bar was underwhelming. He admits to not investing much effort, which he speculates may have contributed to Tori not pursuing further contact.
Thom [05:37]: "I waited about four days. Then I called once. I didn't leave a message or anything. I just hung up. And then I texted her after that."
Brooke and Dramos dissect Thom's approach, pointing out potential missteps such as perceived lack of interest and effort. Brooke emphasizes the importance of consistency and genuine interest in fostering meaningful connections.
Brooke [07:02]: "Why are you calling us to getting in touch with her? I'm curious. Because it doesn't sound like you are attracted to this woman."
In a bold move, the hosts decide to bring Tori into the discussion by calling her live on air to hear her perspective directly. This real-time intervention aims to provide clarity and possibly mend the budding relationship.
At [13:03], Brooke announces their intention to call Tori, setting up a spontaneous and interactive segment that heightens the episode's entertainment value.
Tori joins the conversation, providing her honest feedback about the date. She expresses that while the date wasn't bad, it didn't leave a lasting impression, leading to her lack of follow-up.
Tori [15:48]: "I just didn't feel like it was that special, really. No offense to you. Like, you're a nice guy."
Her candidness underscores the importance of emotional connection and mutual interest in establishing successful relationships. Brooke and Dramos navigate the conversation with empathy, balancing humor with constructive criticism.
DJ Dramos [17:45]: "One of the most romantic things that's ever been spoken on the show."
Despite the initial lack of chemistry, the hosts offer to sponsor a second date between Thom and Tori, hoping to provide them with another opportunity to connect under better circumstances.
Brooke [18:25]: "I'll take a free date. And why not? How much worse can it get?"
This generous gesture reflects the show's commitment to not only entertain but also assist listeners in their personal lives.
Self-Perception and Dating: Brooke’s ratings of her exes highlight how individuals often subjugate their worth based on past relationships, reinforcing the need for self-confidence independent of external validation.
Effort and Interest: Thom's admission of minimal effort underscores a common pitfall in dating—failing to show genuine interest can lead to missed connections.
Honest Communication: Tori’s straightforward feedback emphasizes the value of honesty in relationships, encouraging individuals to seek clarity rather than assume intentions.
Opportunities for Redemption: The show's intervention illustrates that even seemingly failed dates can have second chances with the right approach and mutual willingness to try again.
Humor as a Coping Mechanism: Throughout the episode, humor serves as a tool for the hosts to address awkward and sensitive topics, making the conversation relatable and engaging.
Brooke on Dating Ratings [04:07]: "I'd give one of them an eight. And then I'd give one of the other ones when he showered, five."
Thom on His Date Effort [05:37]: "I waited about four days. Then I called once. I didn't leave a message or anything. I just hung up. And then I texted her after that."
Brooke on Attractiveness Scale [07:02]: "Why are you calling us to getting in touch with her? I'm curious. Because it doesn't sound like you are attracted to this woman."
Tori on Her Experience [15:48]: "I just didn't feel like it was that special, really. No offense to you. Like, you're a nice guy."
DJ Dramos on the Romantic Nature of the Show [17:45]: "One of the most romantic things that's ever been spoken on the show."
"Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update – You, Me & Apathy" masterfully combines humor, empathy, and real-life insights to navigate the turbulent waters of modern dating. By engaging directly with listeners like Thom and Tori, the hosts provide a platform for honest dialogue and potential relationship growth, all while keeping the audience entertained and informed. Whether you're navigating your own dating challenges or simply seeking relatable content, this episode offers valuable lessons wrapped in laughter and heartfelt conversation.
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