Second Date Update: Offline and Oblivious

Summary

Podcast Summary: Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update – "Offline and Oblivious"

Episode Overview

In the "Second Date Update" episode titled "Offline and Oblivious," hosts Brooke and Jeffrey delve into the intriguing tale of a listener named Donna who found herself ghosted after a promising first date. The episode unpacks the complexities of modern dating, secrets that can derail potential relationships, and the challenges of honesty in romantic pursuits. Through engaging dialogue and candid discussions, Brooke and Jeffrey aim to uncover the real reasons behind Donna's predicament and offer insightful advice to listeners navigating similar situations.

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Listener Story: Donna's Date and the Unexpected Secret

The episode centers around Donna, a listener who recently went on a first date with a man named Eric. Their meeting took place organically at a food festival, where they bonded over shared desserts and enjoyed each other's company. Donna describes the encounter as genuine and enjoyable, stating, “[05:52] Donna: It was like an hour and a half maybe, because we were just kind of having a good time. Yeah, it was supernatural. Like, he was really funny, really genuine, nice guy.”

Despite the positive start, Eric ceased communication after their initial interaction. Donna reached out to Brooke and Jeffrey, seeking clarity on why Eric might not be returning her calls. The crux of the issue lies in a significant secret Donna harbored: she maintains an OnlyFans account. This revelation, as Donna admits, could be the turning point that deterred Eric from pursuing a second date.

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Hosts' Discussion and Seeking the Truth

Brooke and Jeffrey engage in a thoughtful conversation about the importance of transparency in dating. They emphasize how undisclosed aspects of one's life can lead to misunderstandings or mistrust. At [09:25], Brooke reassures Donna by saying, “Honestly, like, all this stuff is usually not as big of a deal as people think it is in their head.”

The hosts decide to take proactive measures by reaching out to Eric directly to gain his perspective. This decision underscores the podcast's commitment to providing actionable insights and real-world solutions for listeners facing similar romantic dilemmas.

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Confrontation with Eric: Unveiling the Misunderstanding

In a pivotal moment, Brooke and Jeffrey connect with Eric to discuss Donna's situation. Eric expresses confusion and disappointment, stating at [15:32], “Yeah, she's. I want to make it clear. She's a super sweet girl. She's really nice. She's really cute. And maybe it was just because it was loud at the beer garden where we were there, but she seemed a little more outgoing and a little more, I don't know, wild, if that's a fair word.”

During the conversation, Donna makes her presence known by joining the call, clarifying her intentions and addressing Eric's reservations. She confesses, “[17:25] Donna: No, I get it. I get it. And I hear you. I literally heard everything you said. I totally get it.”

The dialogue reveals that Eric perceived Donna as more reserved during their date, which contrasted with her vibrant online persona. This misalignment in expectations and perceptions ultimately led to his hesitation in pursuing further contact.

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Audience Reactions: Lessons and Reflections

Following the episode, Brooke and Jeffrey receive numerous text messages from listeners reacting to Donna and Eric's story. Many express support for Donna, highlighting the stigmas associated with platforms like OnlyFans and the importance of not judging individuals based on their online presence. One listener comments, “[21:09] Taylor Gray: Oh, man.”

Other listeners share their own experiences of being prematurely judged or ghosted due to undisclosed personal aspects, reinforcing the episode's theme of the necessity for honesty and open communication in dating.

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Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts

"Offline and Oblivious" serves as a compelling exploration of the pitfalls that can arise when essential personal information is withheld in the early stages of dating. Brooke and Jeffrey advocate for candidness and encourage listeners to present their authentic selves to foster meaningful connections. The episode underscores the message that while secrets can create initial barriers, they often complicate relationships in the long run.

As Brooke aptly summarizes, “[20:53] Brooke: Yeah, it's really. It's really a learning moment to not judge people so quickly.”

Listeners are left with a reinforced understanding of the value of transparency and the importance of not making snap judgments based on incomplete information. The episode not only entertains but also educates, offering practical advice for cultivating honest and lasting romantic relationships.

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Connect with Brooke and Jeffrey

For more insightful discussions and real-life dating stories, tune into Brooke and Jeffrey on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.

Transcript

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[Brooke]

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[Taylor Gray]

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[Brooke]

No.

[Taylor Gray]

Pretty easy to find.

[Brooke]

Brooke. Hey. And today, one of our listeners kept a big secret from her date about who she was. We're gonna get into that in just a second. But first I gotta shout out Onyx because they wrote and said I got my merch and I'm obsessed.

[Taylor Gray]

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[Brooke]

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[Taylor Gray]

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[Brooke]

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[Taylor Gray]

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[Brooke]

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[Taylor Gray]

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[Damian Maldonado]

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[Brooke]

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[Damian Maldonado]

Second date update. It's more and more popular nowadays to go to restaurants and food spots that do shared tables.

[Brooke]

Oh, yeah, yeah, like the. The community tables. You know, like the big long ones you kind of sit at the end.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah. Brooke and Jeffrey in the morning. The upside to that is you might meet somebody interesting. I never saw that sitting at your table.

[Brooke]

Yeah.

[Damian Maldonado]

The downside is you're sharing napkins.

[Brooke]

What?

[Damian Maldonado]

Swipe and pass. That's my experience. And I'm just hoping I'm not fourth in line for the community napkin.

[Taylor Gray]

You clean your mouth and then pass it over.

[Brooke]

He's stealing other people's napkins is what.

[Damian Maldonado]

I think it's all about Conservation. Okay? That's the way forward. But the only reason that I even bring it up is because one of our listeners says she met a guy while sitting at a shared table. Her name is Donna.

[Brooke]

That's cute.

[Damian Maldonado]

Donna, did you have to share napkins at the table like I do?

[Donna]

No, I didn't share any napkins.

[Damian Maldonado]

Oh, okay. Just sharing a straw. Sip and pass.

[Brooke]

Just probably conversation. Jeff. That's probably all she shared, right, Donna?

[Donna]

Yep, that's pretty much it.

[Taylor Gray]

Okay, this is a good start.

[Damian Maldonado]

Well, yeah, I definitely need to know where this place is that had your community tables because I'm going to the wrong spots. Where did you.

[Taylor Gray]

You're banned from all the other ones.

[Brooke]

Yeah. Yours are so unsanitary, Jeff.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah. Where did you go?

[Donna]

It was a food festival.

[Damian Maldonado]

Okay.

[Bob Pittman]

Yeah.

[Brooke]

So you're at like a picnic table, sitting down. Yeah, yeah, a fold out table.

[Taylor Gray]

Sharing too.

[Damian Maldonado]

And who was this guy she met?

[Donna]

Eric.

[Cheekies]

Eric.

[Damian Maldonado]

Okay.

[Brooke]

How you.

[Taylor Gray]

What was Eric eating? Is that what draw you to him?

[Brooke]

Is that how you struck up conversation?

[Taylor Gray]

Oh, God, look at that guy's chicken.

[Brooke]

I only date guys who eat euros.

[Damian Maldonado]

Can I get that napkin when you're done, by the way? No, Jeff. Where. No, how did you meet him?

[Donna]

Oh, he was actually at the beer garden.

[Brooke]

Oh, oh, even better.

[Damian Maldonado]

Okay. Yeah, it's a little bit easier to meet somebody there. How did you do it?

[Brooke]

No, they're of age.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah, yeah, that's a good point.

[Donna]

We were trying to like figure out where to sit down. And so he had a little picnic table and it was just kind of him and her friend. So it was just kind of this nice like, perfect. Two guys, two gals hanging out at a picnic table kind of thing.

[Damian Maldonado]

Okay.

[Brooke]

So how long did you guys hang out together?

[Donna]

Ooh, it was like an hour and a half maybe, because we were just kind of having a good time. Yeah, it was supernatural. Like, he was really funny, really genuine, nice guy. And I just found myself laughing so much because you're so goofy.

[Brooke]

Aw, that's awesome.

[Donna]

Yeah, I love that.

[Damian Maldonado]

I wouldn't call him goofy to his face, but I could see how it's a positive thing to say.

[Brooke]

Was your girlfriend, like, hyping you up? I mean, could she tell that you were into him?

[Donna]

Yeah, I mean, she was, like, making eyes at me like, this guy really likes you. And she could totally tell. And he. And I actually did agree to hang out later, like, after the event.

[Brooke]

Huge.

[Damian Maldonado]

So what did you and Eric do when you met up after the event?

[Donna]

Well, we had already drank a lot because we were chilling in the beer garden for a while.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah.

[Donna]

So we didn't want to drink anymore. We just walked around the city and talked. We stopped and got some dessert. Yeah, I just really liked him.

[Taylor Gray]

Did you kiss him or did he kiss you or anything, like, romantic happened?

[Donna]

No, no kissy stuff. No hand holding it or anything.

[Taylor Gray]

But you felt the vibe?

[Donna]

Yeah.

[Damian Maldonado]

So looking back now at the whole thing, what do you think the reason is that he might not be calling you back? Is there? Do you have any idea?

[Donna]

Okay.

[Taylor Gray]

Oh, no.

[Brooke]

Why did you pause like that?

[Donna]

Yeah, something's going on. I don't know. I. I don't. I don't know what I should say or if I can or you're embarrassed.

[Brooke]

About something, why would you not be able to say it? Is it about you?

[Donna]

Yeah.

[Damian Maldonado]

Okay, well, you know how this segment works. Like, you should probably be honest with us now, because if we call him and he says it and we're not prepared for that, you know, Please say you're not married.

[Cheekies]

Please say you're not married.

[Damian Maldonado]

It could be embarrassing for you. So if it's going to come out anyway, you might as well tell us now.

[Taylor Gray]

Just close your ears while you tell us so you don't hear it.

[Donna]

Yeah, it might be one those things. Like, maybe he doesn't know this about me or something. And then it's like I'm revealing this thing and I'm like, oh, God, what if that wasn't the thing?

[Taylor Gray]

I'm even more intrigued.

[Brooke]

Okay, wait, you don't know if he knows or not? Would he be able to find it out of the Internet?

[Donna]

Yeah.

[Brooke]

Okay, then he knows. Well, yeah, let's just get that over with. I mean.

[Damian Maldonado]

Well, what is it? Can we know what it is? And we won't bring it up to him unless he says, oh, okay, I.

[Donna]

Okay, I didn't say any of this to him, but I don't know if he found out, like. Okay, I don't even know if I could say this right now.

[Brooke]

Deep breath, deep breath. It's probably. Honestly, like, all this stuff is usually not as big of a deal as people think it is in their head.

[Donna]

Right. I just don't want my mom to be listening or something.

[Brooke]

Oh, God, we're big with moms. So. Kidding.

[Damian Maldonado]

You a triple murder suspect or what's going on?

[Taylor Gray]

Yeah, we've heard that before.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah.

[Brooke]

Hey, we're an innocent till proven guilty type of show.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah, just tell us.

[Donna]

I'm on Only Fans.

[Brooke]

You're on OnlyFans. Okay, you know what? I bet your mom doesn't even know what that is.

[Donna]

Yeah, I hope so.

[Brooke]

Okay, like how, like, if he searched your name, would it come up? You know, because he knows your name. He could google you. More importantly, is, like, the content. Like, is it.

[Taylor Gray]

Is it.

[Brooke]

Something.

[Damian Maldonado]

Brooke just asked her to send you a link if you really got interested.

[Brooke]

Is it pretty aggressive?

[Donna]

It's not extremely aggressive, but it's definitely, like, leaning into rated R. Okay, well.

[Taylor Gray]

Some guys love that and some guys don't. It's a personality thing.

[Brooke]

I mean, you're definitely going to have to tell him.

[Cheekies]

Yeah.

[Brooke]

Whether.

[Donna]

Yeah.

[Brooke]

Whether he knows now or not.

[Damian Maldonado]

And we really appreciate you being vulnerable and coming clean about that to us. We will definitely get your information during the break for Jose's sake.

[Brooke]

But I thought I was getting her information.

[Taylor Gray]

Free trial. I was nicer.

[Damian Maldonado]

We're very thorough our research whenever we do this thing, but just I'm. Now I'm curious. How successful are you with your only fans? Are you somebody who might be more well known or.

[Donna]

Well, yeah, yeah, I'm somewhat popular. Like, I. I have a pretty big following.

[Damian Maldonado]

Okay. Wow. Well, now I guess that has me curious. If you've got all these followers and all the success, then why Eric?

[Brooke]

What? She's not interested?

[Donna]

Yeah, it is a great question. I'm not on any dating app. And this happened organically, which. It was very exciting to meet him just like, face to face as strangers. It felt like a cute little meet. Cute, you know?

[Brooke]

Yeah. How will you handle it if it is an issue for him?

[Donna]

I don't know. I mean, some guys are scared. Some guys are, like, way too into it. So it's like, is that the only reason why you like me?

[Damian Maldonado]

I think I know which category we fell into. Sorry, but we will not bring this up again unless Eric says it first. Because we're going to come back and call him and ask him, why wouldn't he call you back after such a great, unique, genuine hangout.

[Taylor Gray]

I keep forgetting he may not even know about the only fans.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah.

[Brooke]

It is so nice to have a listener just be honest with us from the beginning. I think you understand how much easier this makes our job.

[Taylor Gray]

It did take a while to get it out.

[Brooke]

It doesn't matter unless the rating is.

[Damian Maldonado]

Even worse than ours. So we're going to find out when we call Eric and get you your second date update right after this. Hold on. Second date update? Brooks said it earlier. And I think we all agree it is refreshing to have a listener actually be honest and vulnerable with us up front. For real.

[Brooke]

It makes me feel so much less stressed going into this phone call, even though that's like a big. I mean, it's kind of a big thing.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah.

[Taylor Gray]

But it feels like we're all on the same page.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yes. It's good to know that information before we dial this guy. And our listener, Donna, whose Jose's already searched that name 14 times during the.

[Taylor Gray]

Break, she told us about so many Donna's on of.

[Damian Maldonado]

By the way, I know it's hard to nail down which one she is, but she told us about her meeting with a guy named Eric. It happened organically when they were both at a food festival and they ended up bonding, walking around the city together, sharing desserts. Now he's not calling her back.

[Brooke]

It was such a sweet interaction. It was really felt genuine.

[Damian Maldonado]

And the whole reason I bring up the honesty part is because she admitted to us that Eric may have found out that she is a successful model on OnlyFans. Yeah, here's the thing, is we all understand that that information can tend to freak some people out. And maybe that could be the reason that Eric is avoiding her.

[Brooke]

And if he brings it up, do you want us to admit then that we already know Donna, or is that something. Then you just want to talk to him?

[Taylor Gray]

Or do we lie and say that's not her?

[Donna]

Yeah. You know, actually, I feel like I would like it if I were to be the one to say it to him.

[Cheekies]

Okay.

[Damian Maldonado]

Okay.

[Brooke]

If he knows, it makes sense. He found something online.

[Damian Maldonado]

Fair.

[Taylor Gray]

So if he already knows, I mean.

[Brooke]

He'S gonna find out eventually. If you ever talk about work like it's your Job.

[Damian Maldonado]

I mean, you can always keep a secret life for 20, 30 years before you have to come clean about it.

[Taylor Gray]

I work from home.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah. So, okay. He doesn't have to know all the.

[Brooke]

Details, but that's good advice, Jeff.

[Damian Maldonado]

It's really. It's really up to you, Donna. This is your decision. We're just gonna call Eric. We'll see if he answers the phone. And then from that point on, we're just going to roll with it. Okay?

[Donna]

Okay. Beautiful.

[Damian Maldonado]

All right, here we go. I'm going to dial his number right now. Let's do this.

[Eric]

Hello?

[Damian Maldonado]

Hey, we're looking to talk with Eric.

[Eric]

Yeah, this is Eric. Who says.

[Brooke]

All right.

[Damian Maldonado]

Hey, this is a show called Brooke and Jeffrey in the Morning.

[Taylor Gray]

Good morning.

[Brooke]

Whole show's here.

[Damian Maldonado]

I'm Jeffrey.

[Eric]

Hi, Jeffrey.

[Damian Maldonado]

You guys want to go around the room and introduce yourselves? Let's sound off. Room.

[Brooke]

Let's. Okay. Eric. Yeah, Brooke.

[Damian Maldonado]

She's the fun one. So awkward.

[Brooke]

Why are you so awkward?

[Taylor Gray]

Anyway, and there's also Alexis.

[Brooke]

I want to hear him talk.

[Damian Maldonado]

We're trying to help out one of our listeners that you actually went on a date with recently. Her name's Donna.

[Brooke]

Sounded like a cute date.

[Eric]

I guess if I had to sum it up, I would say that I just had a different impression of her on a date from when we first met at this beer garden. And I don't know how much she told you.

[Damian Maldonado]

Well, it's not much more than that. According to her, it was the beer garden. You went out afterwards, walking around the city.

[Brooke]

I thought it was really sweet that you guys didn't drink again either. Like you shared dessert. It sounds like you had great conversation.

[Taylor Gray]

I don't know how that even happened. How do you stop drinking? That was a personal comment.

[Damian Maldonado]

But you were saying that you got a different impression from her from when you met and during the day. Like, can you explain what you meant?

[Eric]

Yeah, she's. I want to make it clear. She's a super sweet girl. She's really nice. She's really cute. And maybe it was just because it was loud at the beer garden where we were there, but she seemed a little more outgoing and a little more, I don't know, wild, if that's a fair word. And when we were on our date, she just seemed really shy and a little, I don't know, conservative or.

[Brooke]

Can you elaborate on that conservative part? Like, what made her come off that way to you?

[Eric]

She just kind of gave off goody goody vibes.

[Taylor Gray]

Oh, that is so unattractive, isn't it?

[Damian Maldonado]

Really?

[Eric]

That's generally what I'm into.

[Damian Maldonado]

I feel you on.

[Brooke]

And you're really good at reading people, right?

[Eric]

Yeah, I am pretty good at reading people. And to be honest, she just seemed a lot more innocent than I am.

[Damian Maldonado]

Okay, you think she's too innocent.

[Brooke]

And you are like a wild woman.

[Eric]

Yeah, I don't mean like wild. I'm just looking for someone who's a little more adventurous.

[Brooke]

Okay, Aren't you in for an adventure right now?

[Taylor Gray]

Choose your own adventure at this point.

[Brooke]

Buckle up.

[Damian Maldonado]

There is a very adventurous woman on the other line listening in on this phone call. And I'm not sure if you could guess that girl would be Donna.

[Eric]

No way.

[Damian Maldonado]

Oh, yeah.

[Brooke]

Donna. Really?

[Damian Maldonado]

Really. Don, are you there?

[Donna]

Hi, Eric.

[Brooke]

Oh, my God. Are you dying on the inside? Donna?

[Donna]

Yeah. Yeah.

[Eric]

Hey, Donna. I didn't know you were on the other end of the line. And I don't want to seem like a jerk here. Like you. You are super sweet. You're such a kind girl and I had a really great time.

[Donna]

No, I get it. I get it. And I hear you. I literally heard everything you said. I totally get it. And maybe I do come across that way in one on one scenarios. But I'm adventurous. I do have quite an adventure. Wild side.

[Eric]

I mean, I. That's. That's cool for you to say that. And again, I think you're. I think you're really cool, but like, you can say that. But I don't know how I'm supposed to believe that based on the signals that I was picking up from you, you know?

[Donna]

Okay, well, you could just trust me that I'm not as shy as I seem. I don't really meet people in person. So, yeah, it's exciting, a little weird. And I obviously came off very shy. But I don't know what to say. I do have. I'm experienced. I'm an experienced woman.

[Brooke]

That is such a weird. You do not have to say that.

[Damian Maldonado]

I know. I feel like she's not used to having to say that.

[Brooke]

I know, but she's obviously not shy. She called a radio station and is here with us. Even outside of the other stuff.

[Eric]

I mean, it's pretty wild that you called a radio station. But again, you sound innocent to me. And you're just kind of trying to pretend to be someone you're not to please me. And that doesn't. You don't need to do that.

[Donna]

Okay, well, I guess if you feel that way and you don't want to believe me or get to know me more, then I guess. Nice meeting you.

[Brooke]

Oh, my God. I think that's a good choice. Donna.

[Damian Maldonado]

Oh, Donna.

[Taylor Gray]

Okay.

[Brooke]

I like what she's doing. I do too.

[Damian Maldonado]

I think she should tell him like before, before he hangs up.

[Brooke]

I mean, he is so certain who she is and doesn't have an open mind to see anything else. Like, Donna, I'm guessing, doesn't feel like he deserves that knowledge.

[Damian Maldonado]

Well, fine. But at least before we go, I have to ask Eric, would you like to go out with shy, innocent Donna one more time? And we would pay for the date?

[Eric]

You know, again, it doesn't seem like a match. I appreciate it.

[Damian Maldonado]

Wow.

[Donna]

I mean, Eric, I think you made a mistake. And maybe I'll see you online sometime.

[Damian Maldonado]

I can afford it.

[Brooke]

He's gonna have to pay to see her next.

[Eric]

What does that mean?

[Damian Maldonado]

I wouldn't worry about it, Eric. You know what?

[Eric]

Can somebody just tell me what's going on?

[Damian Maldonado]

No, I'm sorry. By. All right. He's gone. Sorry, Donna. We had to hang up on that guy.

[Donna]

Dude, I'm glad. I'm glad you did.

[Brooke]

Have you ever had a guy assume that about you before?

[Donna]

I can maybe see why he maybe thought that, but, like, it was so crazy that he just didn't want to give me another chance.

[Brooke]

I like how hardcore he thought he was. Yeah. You know, he's just crazy. I want to be there the day he finds out what you do.

[Damian Maldonado]

I know. It's probably the day that he listens. Listens to this podcast and is like, oh, my God, the mistakes that I've made.

[Donna]

He was so sure he knew how to read people. That was. That's what got me.

[Brooke]

Brooke and Jeffrey in the morning.

[Damian Maldonado]

We're getting a lot of texts in 78592 on this one. One says, I hope Eric's listening right now and realizes he missed out on the chance of a lifetime.

[Brooke]

Yeah, it's really. It's really a learning moment to not judge people so quickly.

[Damian Maldonado]

Really.

[Brooke]

You know?

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah, the don't judge a book by its cover sort of thing.

[Brooke]

I don't think it was the COVID that was the problem. It was just like her attitude.

[Damian Maldonado]

Yeah. Another text says, I've been trying to date an only fans girl for years. That guy's an idiot.

[Taylor Gray]

Oh, man.

[Damian Maldonado]

There's a lot of other people on the text board though, going crazy cuz we didn't tell him and didn't say it. She never revealed what she does to him.

[Brooke]

Proud of her for not. I know. I agree. Yeah.

[Taylor Gray]

I thought this would be like a Alexis Going out with Cristiano Ronaldo and just not realizing he plays soccer and it's like, you're not my type.

[Damian Maldonado]

Oh yeah, what are you doing? Did email the show after we recorded that though, and said I thought I'd just send him a screenshot as a parting gift.

[Brooke]

So she did not.

[Damian Maldonado]

I think he knows now.

[Brooke]

Did she just trying to get more subscribers out of this?

[Damian Maldonado]

She probably did. We're hoping to get a few more subscribers. If you like the second dates, you can always.

[Taylor Gray]

I still have my shirt off, by the way.

[Damian Maldonado]

On YouTube you can find us or anywhere where you get your podcast at Brooke and Jeffrey and make sure if you need help with your dating life, email the show. We'll call that person who's not calling you back.

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Hey y'all, it's your girl, Cheekies. And I'm back with a brand new season of your favorite podcast, Cheekies and Chill. I'll be sharing even more personal stories with you guys and as always, you'll get my exclusive take on topics like love, personal growth, health, family ties, and more. And don't forget, I'll also be dishing out my best advice to you on episodes of Dear Cheeks Cheekies. It's going to be an exciting year and I hope that you can join me, Listen to Cheekies and chill season four on the iHeartRadio app, Apple podcast or wherever you get your podcasts.