Second Date Update: Ew, David (#3)

Summary

Podcast Summary: Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update – "Ew, David" (#3)

Episode Title: Second Date Update: Ew, David (#3)
Release Date: December 25, 2024
Host/Author: iHeartPodcasts

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Introduction to Second Date Updates

In this episode of Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update, the hosts delve into the complexities of modern dating dynamics influenced by social media. The segment focuses on Marianne's experience with a date named David, exploring the challenges of forming genuine connections in an Instagram-driven world.

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Marianne's Experience: Meeting and First Date

Marianne shares her experience of meeting David through Instagram, highlighting the initial excitement and common interests that brought them together.

Meeting on Instagram:

• Marianne [04:03]: "I am really active on the gram, and I just really love kind of those people who have this aspiring lifestyle and just really bring joy and comfort and happiness to other people. That's kind of what I aspire to be."

Marianne explains how David slid into her DMs, leading to mutual interactions that felt promising.

Mutual Interests and Collaboration Ideas:

• Marianne [07:02]: "We found this out when we were talking before we met in person, is that he wants to become an influencer as well. And he doesn't have as many followers as I do, but that was definitely something that we connected with."

The discussion reveals their shared ambition to grow their Instagram presence, envisioning a potential power couple dynamic.

The First Date:

• Marianne [06:05]: "He actually asked me to go to Boba. It's a really fun, cheery place, but it's an opportunity for us just to kind of sit down and casually get to know each other without a lot of, like, pretense."

Their first date involves a casual outing to a Boba Tea shop, followed by a walk in the park where they take selfies, capturing the moment under the golden hour.

• Marianne [08:06]: "We walked around the park, we took some pictures, you know, as you would expect. And it ended with a little kiss on the cheek. And we took selfies of it."

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Hosts' Discussion and Initial Reactions

Jeffrey and Alexis engage in a lively discussion about the nature of Marianne and David's date, focusing on the blend of genuine interaction and performative social media presence.

Analyzing the Date Dynamics:

• Alexis [08:10]: "Did you feel like it was a genuine moment between you two?"

• Marianne [08:31]: "Oh, absolutely. And I think it's probably because we had talked about different things we want to do, and we kind of laughed about it."

The hosts commend Marianne for balancing authenticity with the inherent performative aspects of being an influencer.

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The Silence After the Date: Marianne's Dilemma

Despite an enjoyable first date, Marianne hasn't heard back from David, prompting her to seek answers through the podcast's "Second Date Update" segment.

• Marianne [09:02]: "He went back to his heart, and I had a great time, but I just haven't heard from him."

Marianne ponders whether her light critique of David's idea about retrofitting a school bus for Instagram content may have played a role in his lack of communication.

• Marianne [09:20]: "The only thing I can think of is me kind of saying the bus wasn't the best idea because it had been done before, but it was such a minor thing."

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Calling David: Unveiling the Other Side

To uncover the reasons behind David's silence, the hosts decide to call him directly, providing an opportunity for him to share his perspective.

Setting the Stage:

• Jeff [10:30]: "Are you feeling ready, Marianne?"

• Marianne [11:55]: "Yes."

David answers the call, and the conversation takes an unexpected turn as he expresses his frustrations candidly.

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David's Response: Critique of Authenticity and Influencer Culture

David opens up about his experience with Marianne, highlighting issues related to authenticity, influencer pressures, and perceived insincerity.

Disappointment with Performative Aspects:

• David [13:29]: "I thought it was going well, but I don't know, just something happened at the end that just total, like."

He addresses the staged nature of public interactions typical among influencers.

• David [14:03]: "Then, like, she totally got off the subject when I asked, completely ignored me, and then that's when the picture happened of, like, she kind of, like, tricked me into, like, drawing my attention away."

Concerns About Fake Followers:

David criticizes Marianne for purchasing followers to boost her Instagram profile, questioning the authenticity of their connection.

• David [17:21]: "Or almost a check mark tease."

• Marianne [18:36]: "I bought followers when I first started because I wanted to move things forward, but it's not something that I have done in, like, two years."

• Rachel [17:58]: "The whole point is to be authentic on there, to have a real, authentic Persona. And you are just totally fake from the beginning. Totally fake."

David feels that Marianne's pursuit of Instagram fame overshadowed the potential for a genuine romantic connection, leading to his decision not to pursue further dates.

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Hosts' Reflection and Final Thoughts

Jeffrey and Alexis reflect on the conversation between Marianne and David, discussing broader themes of authenticity, the impact of social media on relationships, and the challenges of balancing personal connections with online personas.

Balancing Influence and Authenticity:

• Alexis [19:15]: "Don't we want a date? Like, did you guys get past this? Can you put this in your past?"

• Jeff [19:18]: "I know I'm living for the grand drama."

The hosts acknowledge the complexities of modern dating, where social media presence can both facilitate connections and create barriers to genuine intimacy.

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Conclusion: Navigating Modern Relationships

The episode concludes with a nuanced exploration of how social media influences dating dynamics. Marianne's story serves as a case study for listeners to reflect on their own experiences and the importance of authenticity in building meaningful relationships.

Key Takeaways:

• The interplay between personal relationships and social media presence can significantly impact romantic prospects.
• Striving for authenticity remains crucial in cultivating genuine connections amidst the pressures of online persona management.
• Open communication and mutual understanding are essential in navigating the challenges posed by influencer culture in personal relationships.

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Notable Quotes:

• Marianne [07:02]: "When something is so close to your heart and you spend so much of your time and energy into it, it's naturally going to come up to the conversation."

• David [17:21]: "It's thinking, hold a blue check mark back is selfish."

• Rachel [18:49]: "The whole point is to be authentic on there, to have a real, authentic Persona. And you are just totally fake from the beginning."

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This episode of Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update offers an insightful look into the intersection of social media influence and personal relationships, encouraging listeners to prioritize authenticity and genuine connection in their dating lives.

Transcript

[Alexis]

You know, Alexis, we have so much in common.

[Marianne]

Do we?

[Alexis]

Yeah. Like, we're both blonde. Everybody always thinks that I'm the same age as you.

[Marianne]

Yeah.

[Alexis]

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[Marianne]

Yes.

[Alexis]

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[Jeff]

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[Alexis]

I love having it on a movie.

[Marianne]

Night with my roommate.

[Alexis]

Or hey, if I bring it to.

[Marianne]

Family dinner, it looks like I contributed something.

[Jeff]

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[Alexis]

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[David]

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[Alexis]

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[Jeff]

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[Alexis]

You know, my parents didn't know, but.

[Rachel]

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[David]

Can become somebody who creates generational wealth. Or I just sort of end up being in the same hamster wheel that.

[Jeff]

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[Alexis]

Or more annoying. They were obnoxious when they're just on social media.

[Jeff]

Oh, well, maybe that makes sense why we call this one E.W. david. It's our number three second date update. Enjoy. Second date update. We have someone on the phone for a second date update who's on the rise to stardom. She's hoping soon she can influence what you eat, what you drink, what you wear, and what you wipe with.

[Alexis]

Do we have the Charon there on the phone with us?

[Jeff]

No, I'm just saying Earth friendly toilet wipes are going to be the next big thing.

[Alexis]

I just switched to bamboo toilet paper myself.

[David]

Did you?

[Alexis]

Yeah, it's a little scratchy.

[David]

Bamboo.

[Jeff]

Yeah, there's a little bit of blood on there, but it's okay. Anyway, she's hoping to become an influencer someday, and she's also hoping that we can influence the guy who's not calling her back to give her another date. Okay, so let's say hello to Marianne. How you doing?

[Marianne]

Hi, guys. How are you?

[Alexis]

Good. So what does Jeffrey mean? Are you, like, trying to be, like, an Instagram influencer or what are you doing?

[Marianne]

I am. I'm really active on the gram, and I just really love kind of those people who have this aspiring lifestyle and just really bring joy and comfort and happiness to other people. That's kind of what I aspire to be.

[David]

Okay, Tracy, you're not petty enough to be an influencer.

[Jeff]

That's nice.

[David]

You don't need to care about your look.

[Alexis]

She is the live, laugh, love of Instagram is what she is.

[Jeff]

Marianne, before we get into this, I just feel like I need to ask you, are you only doing this just to get more publicity for your page?

[Alexis]

Oh, doing our show?

[Jeff]

Because I don't think it would be fair if you did that and we're giving out your Instagram handle just because of that?

[Marianne]

I won't plug my Instagram handle.

[Alexis]

Okay, no offense.

[Marianne]

I don't Know how much our show would help her out.

[Jeff]

It's a fair point. But let's get into your date. Marianne, tell us about the guy that you met. What's his name?

[Marianne]

So his name is David.

[Jeff]

Okay, David.

[Alexis]

Stop it. You be nice.

[Jeff]

Okay, I'm sorry.

[Alexis]

Did David slide into your DMs? How'd you meet him?

[Marianne]

He did slide into my DM. So, you know, we're on Instagram and he liked a handful of my pictures, and, you know, I kind of looked at his and liked one back.

[Alexis]

Okay.

[David]

It's so funny how it's like a secret ritual when you're on Instagram. Like, you like a few of mine, I like one or two of yours, and then that's the opening to, like, DM me without saying anything.

[Jeff]

It's like a mating dance.

[Alexis]

It is. And that way, you know, it's safe to write them, because if they go back, like a year and start liking all your old stuff, then, you know.

[David]

Yeah.

[Marianne]

Then that's a little creepy weird, right?

[Alexis]

Yeah.

[Jeff]

Okay.

[David]

So funny.

[Jeff]

So what was David like online?

[Marianne]

Well, I mean, he's got a decent amount of followers.

[Jeff]

Is that important? Does that. Does that matter how many followers he has?

[David]

I think it does for her.

[Jeff]

It was the first thing that she mentioned about it.

[Marianne]

I'm sorry, I thought that's what you were asking about.

[Jeff]

I mean, what type of guy is he? He's an attractive guy.

[Marianne]

Yeah. I mean, he's good looking, and it looks like he's fairly active and he likes to do things.

[Jeff]

Okay.

[David]

She's like, oh, my God, he's super ugly and lazy.

[Jeff]

I love it.

[Alexis]

What'd you gu do on your date?

[Marianne]

So he actually asked me to go to Boba.

[David]

Oh, that's so trendy.

[Marianne]

Yeah.

[Alexis]

And it's so Instagram friendly.

[Jeff]

Very gram worthy.

[Marianne]

Well, it's just a really fun, cheery place, but it's an opportunity for us just to kind of sit down and casually get to know each other without a lot of, like, pretense.

[Jeff]

Okay, so did you treat it like it was a date, or were you treating it more like a business meeting?

[Marianne]

Oh, honestly, I have to say both, because, like, similarly to me, and we found this out when we were talking before, before we met in person, is that he wants to become an influencer as well. And he doesn't have as many followers as I do, but that was definitely something that we connected with.

[Alexis]

Okay, so you could be like the Instagram power couple eventually, Right?

[Marianne]

You know, and it was kind of something we joked about, but then it Was like, oh, this would actually be fun. And we were having a really good time. So we were talking about, you know, like, different things that we could do and different ideas we had, like, actually.

[Alexis]

Working on collaborations together.

[Marianne]

Yeah. You know, I mean, when something is so close to your heart and you spend so much of your time and energy into it, it's naturally going to come up to the conversation. So it did that for the both of us.

[Rachel]

Wow.

[Alexis]

Okay.

[Jeff]

Hashtag relationship goals.

[Marianne]

So he was, like, talking about, you know, an idea to get more followers, and he wants to buy an old school bus and retrofit it for a road trip.

[Alexis]

I've never seen that done on Instagram.

[Marianne]

There's a lot of accounts of fans that have done that. I'm so glad you said that, because that's kind of what I said. I was like, oh, that's a cool idea. But I've definitely seen that done on several different accounts before.

[Alexis]

Was he put off by that? That you kind of like.

[Marianne]

Well, I mean, he gave me this kind of shocked look, like I had hurt his baby. But then I was like, how much are you really on Instagram? Because that's pretty common right now. So, anyways, we went on the date. Went on. We walked around the park, we took some pictures, you know, as you would expect. And it ended with a little kiss on the cheek. And we took selfies of it.

[Alexis]

Of course you took selfies of the kiss on the cheek.

[Marianne]

I mean, you kind of have to. When it's the golden hour and the sun setting, it's like, perfect. Edit him out.

[Alexis]

If she looks good enough.

[David]

I feel like their first time hooking up, she's like, okay, hold on, let me grab my phone.

[Alexis]

I get that. But it feels so performance, right? It feels like a performance. It doesn't feel like a genuine moment between you two. Did you feel like it was?

[Marianne]

Oh, absolutely. And I think it's probably because we had talked about different things we want to do, and we kind of laughed about it. I've been like, I don't know, how do you want to end this date? Should we take a selfie? And so we were kind of this, like, fun, flirty way to end things.

[David]

Yeah, well. And I will give you credit, like, as an influencer, whether it's YouTube or TikTok or anything, you're used to having the camera out at all times. Like, absolutely.

[Alexis]

Like how you look at the world.

[Jeff]

So after the staged cheek kiss, how do you. How do you end the night?

[Marianne]

We just ended the night, and I went back to My car. He went back to his heart, and I had a great time, but I just haven't heard from him. The only thing I can think of is me kind of saying the bus wasn't the best idea because it had been done before, but it was such a minor thing.

[Alexis]

Did he get into a bus and drive away at the end of the day? Because maybe that was. He's like, I'm already in it.

[David]

Never mind.

[Marianne]

As far as I know, he did not.

[Jeff]

Well, we have some investigating to do. We're going to play a song, we'll come back, we'll call David for you.

[David]

And then, by the way.

[Jeff]

Oh, excuse me, it's David. We'll call David and then we'll try and get you a second date update. Okay, Marianne?

[Marianne]

Okay, thank you.

[Jeff]

All right, hold on. Second date update. If you're just joining us, we're talking to a possible future Instagram star right now. Her name's Marianne. She met a guy named David through the gram. They went out to Boba Tea together, had a walk in the park, took some pics, but now he's not calling her back. And, Marianne, I told you that we would not plug your Instagram on the show, but I never said we wouldn't plug our own. So Alexis is at. Alexis Underscore Fuller. Jose is at Hilarious Jose. Mine is at. It's Young Jeffrey, R E, Y and Brooks, actually, I don't follow you, Brooke. What is it?

[Alexis]

It's at Brooke.

[Marianne]

Fox.

[Jeff]

Fox. Two Foxes.

[Alexis]

Because, remember, Because I married the guy and he already had the last name Fox. It all makes sen. Okay, you shouldn't have to describe your hand. My maiden name.

[Jeff]

You want to see a lot of baby pictures and, like, dog pictures?

[Alexis]

No, I'm very funny sometimes, too.

[David]

Very funny sometimes.

[Jeff]

Yeah, Very funny. Baby pictures on there. Go check out Brook. Fox. Fox. Okay. And. Sorry, Marianne, you told us in the first part you were worried that the reason David might not be calling you is because you made a comment about his idea about a school bus. What were you saying?

[Marianne]

He had this idea to buy, like, an old school bus and retrofit it, which is something that's been done a lot before, and they just thought there was better ideas out there.

[Jeff]

Okay.

[Alexis]

It does still sound fun, though.

[Marianne]

It sounds like a lot of work.

[Alexis]

The other thing, though, Marianne, you guys had talked about collabing on stuff. Did you have projects, like set up that you were going to work with him on? Because not only is he not calling you back for a date, he's not calling you back for that either.

[Marianne]

Right. And so some of my ideas I'm a little hesitant to say because I don't want somebody to steal them.

[Jeff]

Right.

[Marianne]

Let's just say they're centered around travel.

[Alexis]

Okay.

[Jeff]

Okay.

[Alexis]

So unique. Also some whimsy.

[Marianne]

I've seen that.

[Alexis]

Don't be jealous because you haven't gone viral.

[Jeff]

Alexis is definitely stealing that idea. All right, so we're ready to call David. Are you feeling ready, Marianne?

[Marianne]

Yes.

[Jeff]

All right, here we go. I'm gonna dial his number. We're gonna get your second date update. Here we go.

[Alexis]

Hello?

[Jeff]

Hey, I'm looking for David.

[Rachel]

Yeah, this is David.

[Jeff]

Hey, David. My name's Jeff. I work on a morning radio show called Brooke and Jeffrey in the Morning. How you doing, man?

[Rachel]

Uh, I'm alright. What's this about?

[Jeff]

This is about your future and what it might hold.

[Alexis]

That's true.

[Rachel]

What? What are you talking about?

[Jeff]

I'm talking about a date that you went on recently with one of our listeners.

[Rachel]

Oh, okay. Who?

[Jeff]

Her name's Marianne.

[Rachel]

Okay, why. Why are you calling me about it?

[Jeff]

The reason that we're calling on her behalf is because we're doing something called a second date update. Right now. That's where if you go out with one of our listeners and afterwards, if you're not calling them back, they can reach out to us and we'll call for them to help them figure out the reason why.

[Rachel]

Okay.

[Jeff]

This is a Boba Tea special because Marianne told us that you guys went out to Boba Tea on your date.

[Rachel]

I mean, yeah, we did. And, yeah, I just didn't feel like we were gonna go out again, so.

[Alexis]

Oh, really?

[David]

Oh, she felt different.

[Alexis]

Yeah. I mean, she said that you guys were even talking about, like, doing some collab stuff for Instagram because you're trying to be an influencer too. And did she get the wrong idea?

[Rachel]

Well, no. I mean, no. Like, the date was good, honestly.

[David]

That's good.

[Jeff]

Yeah.

[Rachel]

Like, yeah, we got along and, yeah, I thought it was going well, but I don't know, just something happened at the end that just total, like. Because she. You know, a lot of times you, like, go out with some of these Instagram influencers and, like, they're kind of vapid and, like, all themselves and, like, she really wasn't like that. So, like, I was really interested.

[Jeff]

Okay, so you're saying happened at the end of the date. She did tell us about a stage sunset kiss.

[Alexis]

Yeah.

[Jeff]

Is that what you're talking about?

[Rachel]

No, I do that all the time. That doesn't bother me.

[Jeff]

Every single sunset he kisses someone.

[Rachel]

I mean, you know, that's just kind of what we do. Like, everything is for the public, you know?

[Alexis]

Yeah.

[David]

You're an influencer.

[Alexis]

Okay.

[Jeff]

Okay, so what was it then? So we're.

[Rachel]

We're talking, like, we're spitballing ideas off each other and stuff. And then, like, she knows that, like, this is what I want to do, and so she said that she knows somebody who, like, could hook me up with a blue check mark for my account.

[Alexis]

Okay, I will say we all got one of those. It feels good.

[Marianne]

I don't.

[Jeff]

Sorry.

[Marianne]

But thanks for rubbing it in.

[Jeff]

Okay. She has some. She has an in with the Instagram people.

[Rachel]

Yeah. Which is, like, big time, you know, so.

[David]

Yeah, it is.

[Jeff]

That's cool.

[Rachel]

I was like, awesome. You know, that'd be great. And blah, blah. But, like, she wouldn't tell me who it was. Like, she didn't give me their contact. It was like, she, like, bragged that she knew somebody and seemed like she was being like, oh, and I could get this for you. And then she didn't give me any information about it. Like, it just seemed, like, super uncool.

[David]

Okay, I kind of understand.

[Alexis]

Maybe she was gonna follow up later. Or maybe, you know, like, he said.

[Rachel]

Like, she's like, yeah, I don't know if I want it. Like, she totally got off the subject when I asked, completely ignored me, and then that's when the picture happened of, like, she kind of, like, tricked me into, like, drawing my attention away.

[Jeff]

Okay, well, maybe it's like a. Maybe it's like a dating rule type thing where you have to wait for three dates so you have the blue check mark talk.

[Alexis]

That is big to give someone on a first date. Yeah, I guess it's also weird to not call someone back. You had an amazing date, and this girl has a hookup to a blue check mark, and she hasn't given it to you, and so you're refusing to talk to her.

[Rachel]

I'm not, like, never gonna talk to her. We texted a few times after this, but, like, that was, like, a super selfish thing to do. And, like, I'm just not into, like, that quality in a person.

[David]

It's thinking, hold a blue check mark back is selfish.

[Alexis]

Like this.

[David]

The times have changed.

[Marianne]

I've had a lot of relationship drama, but not this issue.

[Alexis]

I mean, she can't inundate her one contact at Instagram with every dude she goes out with, you know, forever to get ours.

[Rachel]

Yeah, yeah, but, like, I'm not every dude. We connected. Like, it felt different.

[Jeff]

I Think you're actually connecting on more levels than you even realize, David. In fact, you're connecting to her right now. Yeah, specifically her phone line, because she's been listening this entire phone conversation, and she wants to talk to me.

[Rachel]

Oh, my God.

[Alexis]

Yeah.

[Marianne]

Hi, David, it's Marianne. Hi.

[Rachel]

Yeah, you've been listening the whole time. Cool.

[Marianne]

Well, when you're like, we texted a few times back and forth. When I say, hi, how's your day? And your response is, hi, I don't know if that really counts.

[Rachel]

Oh, I'm sorry. I don't have all the time in the world to, like, write you a freaking novel every time you text me. Like, I was just trying to be nice.

[Marianne]

Okay, well, I'm sorry. I was. You know, in regard to the blue check mark, I wasn't intentionally dangling it in front of you like a carrot. I was just saying, like, you know, things move forward, there's the possibility of this. And that was more, I think, of the business side rather than the potential relationship side. So it seems kind of sucky that you made that decision that, like, nothing's gonna move forward because I didn't further your Instagram account.

[Jeff]

Kind of sounds like a bribe to me.

[Alexis]

What?

[Rachel]

Yeah, or.

[Jeff]

Or almost a check mark tease.

[Alexis]

That's kind of smart if it is, though. But I think she's right on. Like, if you were in a business relationship with somebody, you wouldn't on the first time you met them, give them all of your secrets and goods.

[David]

You know, I'm pretty sure Brooks slept with the guy to get us check mark.

[Rachel]

I mean, she's, like, talking about it, like, we didn't have this, like, long. It's not like I walked up to her on the street and was like, yo, hook me up with a blue check mark. And, like, I have been at this for a long time. Like, I've got over 25,000 followers. By the way, unlike you, they're all real people. Like, chat.

[David]

What does that mean?

[Alexis]

That hurt.

[Marianne]

Hold on.

[Jeff]

You're a fraud. Who are you talking to in this? Are you talking to one of us? Are you talking to Marianne?

[Rachel]

No, I'm talking to Marianne. You know, wait, I.

[Marianne]

Hold on a second. As you sat there and went through every one of my 50,000 followers to find out if they're real. Oh, I hate when people buy fake followers.

[Alexis]

I mean, it is really obvious when you have fake followers, you get, like, a hundred likes. Totally. And they're all Russian names.

[Marianne]

Yeah.

[Alexis]

With a lot of, like, underscores.

[Jeff]

Are you saying it's not True or is he right?

[Marianne]

I bought followers when I first started because I wanted to move things forward, but it's not something that I have done in, like, two years.

[Alexis]

Dude, I will say I have worked with people who have done the same thing, okay. And like, put a lot of money into it because they think that that's how they're gonna look important.

[Rachel]

Yeah, see, that's what I'm talking about. The whole point is to be authentic on there, to have a real, authentic Persona. And you are just totally fake from the beginning. Totally fake.

[Marianne]

If the bot brought other people in, they don't have to stay following my account if they don't like it, but they've managed to stay.

[David]

I mean, I guess she's right.

[Alexis]

You could. I could argue either side, but I think we're really getting away from the part of you guys had, like, some romantic connection. I'm kind of interested in this.

[Jeff]

I know I'm living for the grand drama.

[Alexis]

Don't we want a date? Like, did you guys get past this? Can you put this in your past?

[Rachel]

No. I mean, it's not only a no for me, but, like, now I'm seriously thinking about reporting her to Instagram for having all these fake followers.

[David]

No, bro. Oh, don't get her account shut down after years of work. That could happen.

[Alexis]

Will they do that if you have fake followers? I think.

[David]

I think they did a purge.

[Alexis]

Like, I had to go report some people.

[David]

Oh, don't you get petty on us, Brooke.

[Marianne]

You can go ahead and do whatever you want. Like I said before, I already have ins with Instagram.

[David]

Oh, that's right. Right. Her friend works there.

[Jeff]

Oh, that's what she has the hookup.

[Alexis]

You're never getting a blue check, Mark David.

[Rachel]

Oh, my God.

[Jeff]

Oh, man, I cannot wait to watch the reaction video on my own Instagram later. Its young Jeffrey. Make sure you follow only real followers. Thank you.

[David]

That's why we're so cute.

[Jeff]

Yeah. Cause I'm the real deal. Hashtag GrahamLife.

[Brooke]

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