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Hi, I'm Kristen Davis, host of the podcast Are you a Charlotte? Sarah Jessica Parker is here and she is sharing stories from the very beginning. Like the time she forgot we filmed the pilot episode.
Sarah Jessica Parker
I remember some things about shooting the pilot.
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And then you're going to fill me in.
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Sarah Jessica Parker
A lot about it.
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Jeffrey
Hey. It's a weekend special, of course. Brooke and Jeffrey in the morning. This is your second date Update podcast and every Sunday we like to do something a little different. Throw in something else we've done on the show that we think you'll love because it's heavy in the relationship drama. Oh, ye. And today we got a textual healing. But before we started, Alexis, you got some good comments, right? Yeah.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Morgan Dodgson said this show is the best thing that came out of Tik Tok for me. I listen all day at work, all the way from Alberta, Canada. Love you guys. P.S. i'm going to make the bet that Jose is a loud snorer. Just a thought.
Kristen Davis
What?
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I actually don't snore.
Jeffrey
Really?
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Every girlfriend, every person I've ever slept around, my family, they've always told me, like, I sleep like a baby.
Jeffrey
I bet you look like a little angel baby.
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I know. That's when I wake up and I turn into the devil.
Jeffrey
I mean, he may sound his thumb in his sleep, though. Yeah, yeah. Constant. All right, thanks for being here. Your textual healing starts right now.
Brooke
What's the one thing you would never want your neighbor to know about you?
Jeffrey
Ooh.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Oh, that's a crazy question that you.
Brooke
Don'T actually recycle all of your glass bottles.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Scandal.
Brooke
Sometimes you let your dog pee in their yard.
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Uh oh, that's actually pretty bad.
Brooke
Or that large hole you dug in the Middle of the night wasn't for a new tree.
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What?
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Jeff, I hope it's for dog again.
Jeffrey
Don't look.
Brooke
Well, wait a minute. One of our listeners caught his neighbor doing something that's making him feel very uncomfortable. It's actually happened multiple times and he feels like he has to tell them. But this is a conversation that's definitely text worthy and not something you'd ever want to actually say to them in person. You're going to hear it in a brand new Textual Healing coming up right after this. It's getting stronger and stronger when I get that feeling. Textual Healing. Textual. Do you have an important text to send but aren't quite sure what to say? In the past Microsoft words, Clippy would pop up on your screen and go, hey, it looks like you're sending a text. Can I help?
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Oh my gosh, that's so old Clippy.
Jeffrey
I don't think Clippy was around when we were sending text messages.
Brooke
Well, Clippy is long, long dead. Yeah, he can't help you anymore. And you certainly can' Trust your friends cuz they'll just gossip about it behind your back. So all that's left is your radio fam.
Jeffrey
That's right.
Brooke
We are paid a very, very small salary to help strangers with their personal lives.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Wait, are we not allowed to gossip about it behind their back?
Jeffrey
Oh no, we are, we are.
Brooke
We're not friends. Yeah. So today we have a guy who is in a tough spot and has turned to us for help. His name is Jimmy. Jimmy. Welcome to Textual Healing.
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How you guys doing? Thanks for the help.
Jeffrey
Okay, well, I wouldn't say that right off the bat, Jimmy. You don't know what kind of help you're gonna get.
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It's better than anything I'm getting now. This is a little bit of a pickle.
Brooke
Oh, okay.
Jeffrey
I like that, Jimmy.
Brooke
Well, tell us what's going on. Why'd you email the show?
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Well, here's what's going on. My next door neighbor, her name's Hannah. I'm sure she's. I don't really know her. She seems to be a lovely lady. Okay, here's the problem. I work from home.
Jeffrey
Yeah.
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And this has happened on multiple occasions where I'm up in my office and I take like an afternoon break and I'll, you know, I'll stretch. Look out the window. Yeah.
Jeffrey
Okay, so you're in your office. Is this an apartment building? I'm just trying to picture here.
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No, it's, No, I. I live in a nice little two story house.
Brooke
Okay. How Many bedrooms and how many baths?
Jeffrey
Yeah.
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Brooke wants to know footage.
Jeffrey
I need to know how far away this neighbor is.
Brooke
Is it Victorian style?
Jeffrey
Okay.
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Jeffrey
So you're in your office.
Brooke
It's a house with a window.
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We get it.
Brooke
So you look out the window and what?
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And I can see into her yard. And several times she's just been laying out there sunbathing. But she's been laying out there sunbathing, topless.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
That's so uncomfortable.
Brooke
And what are you wearing when you're inside the house?
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Doesn't matter, Jeff.
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Why?
Sarah Jessica Parker
She clearly doesn't care.
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Yeah.
Jeffrey
She's in her own backyard.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
I know, but I mean. Yeah, that's why you, like, don't want to look.
Jeffrey
Do you feel creepy when you see this?
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Yeah, I bet I feel very creepy. Yeah, I look. The first time I look. I'm not going to lie to you. The first time I looked, I lingered for a couple seconds because it was like, wow. And then, of course, yeah. But I turned around, I was like, all right, let me get back to work. Or ignore this.
Jeffrey
Oh, my God, dude. If it was my neighbor, I'd be like, michael.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Michael, come on, baby.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Hey, kids, get up here.
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And here's the thing. It's not like it's our two houses.
Jeffrey
Yeah.
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If I can see it, the neighbors can also see. Oh, yeah.
Jeffrey
Do you think she doesn't realize that.
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We all have bushes? You know, they're pretty high. Some people have fences, so you can't see them from, like, ground level. And it's during the day, so I don't know who else is home.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Oh, so you actually be doing her a favor by. If you are. Is that what you're trying to do is let her know that she's. You can see her. Oh, God, that's so hard to say.
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Yeah, I mean, at first I thought, like, let it go some of my business, but, like, the second or third time where I just. Literally just turned around, I was like, oh, she's out there. It occurred to me, like, yeah, you know, what if I'm not the problem that she doesn't know she has.
Jeffrey
What. What do you know about her? Like, are you friends or what's your relationship with her?
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There's really no relationship at all. I. I know that she's married. Oh. I've met her maybe once. I've met her husband once or twice.
Jeffrey
Okay.
Sarah Jessica Parker
And we know she obviously hates tan lines.
Jeffrey
Yeah.
Brooke
Okay.
Jeffrey
Are you. Is. Is her husband look really strong and tough, like, he could beat you up if you called about this?
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I say it's pretty. Even when it comes between me and her husband. I wouldn't. I'm not a physical confrontation type person.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Yeah, bro, that's not what we're here for.
Brooke
It sounds like you want to do the right thing and just warn her that maybe other people can see if she doesn't realize it. But that's definitely an awkward conversation to have with anybody. I can. Why you wouldn't want to do it in person?
iHeart Podcast Announcer
You can't just text, hey, I can see you naked, by the way.
Jeffrey
I mean, if. When you text her, is she even going to know who you are?
Brooke
Did you get the phone number from her?
Chumba Casino Announcer
No, I didn't. I got her number from the hoa. The contact list on the hoa. Everybody just has their number there.
Brooke
Oh, wow.
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I actually don't know. Here's the thing. I don't know if I should put my from my phone and identify myself.
Jeffrey
Can you stay anonymous? That's even creepier.
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Would it be creepier if I stayed anonymous?
Brooke
Let's go around the room him really quick and get ideas. Alexis, we'll start with you. What does he send?
Sarah Jessica Parker
I agree. I think he just seems to say he's the neighbor, first of all. And she'll reply to it, I'm your.
Brooke
Neighbor and I see you naked. Okay, that's one idea. Alexis or Brooke?
Jeffrey
I think you say, hey, it's Jimmy. We haven't met before, and this may be the most uncomfortable thing I've ever had to tell someone and then just let her respond to that.
Brooke
So basically what Alexis said, but really long winded. Jose, what do you think?
iHeart Podcast Announcer
I think you need to be professional and generic. I think that's the best way. Okay, but what if we in a corner or embarrassed?
Jeffrey
Maybe we put those bug eye emoji next to it.
Brooke
I was going all emojis, where it's like eye emoji, bathing suit emoji, sun oil emoji, two houses next to each other emojis. Make her decipher what you're saying.
Jeffrey
I don't think she would be mad at you. I think she's just gonna be embarrassed.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Or she'll already know.
Brooke
So we threw a lot of ideas at you there, Jimmy. Which one do you want to go with?
Chumba Casino Announcer
Younger me would definitely go with the all emoji. Decipher this.
Brooke
You want to do all emojis.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Wait, hold on.
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No, no. If I was a younger, sillier man.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Okay, I'm gonna say she would text back. She would be like, what is this?
Jeffrey
I Think she'd get it pretty self.
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Explanatory, but I think I'm gonna have to go generic and professional.
Brooke
All right, so go ahead and tell us what you're writing.
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I'm just saying. Hi, this is your next door neighbor, Jimmy. Just so you know, we can see you sunbathing. Topless.
Brooke
Okay. And. Okay. Finger emoji.
Jeffrey
Don't put topless in there. Just sunbathing.
Chumba Casino Announcer
Good call. Right? We can see you sunbathing.
Brooke
And then three thumbs up emojis.
Chumba Casino Announcer
I just deleted. No, no emojis. I just deleted the word topless.
Jeffrey
Okay.
Brooke
Okay.
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A period at the end of the sentence of sunbathing.
Brooke
I can see you Sunday.
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I am sending it.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Okay.
Brooke
We're just alerting her that. That she's being seen, so we'll see if she responds. We're gon come back and continue textual healing with your next door neighbor as we alert her that you can see her topless in her backyard right after this. If you're just joining us, we're in the middle of textual healing with our accidental peeping tom named Jimmy, because he works from home and has spotted his next door neighbor sunbathing multiple times in her backyard with her top off.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Oh, boy.
Jeffrey
And I gotta say, we gotta give him credit that he wants to help her out and not just let her continue. Yeah, like some gross guy would. So I really actually appreciate that.
Brooke
Don't just say gross guy. You would do it too, Brooke.
Dennis Black
You would keep looking.
Brooke
But he did want to be a good neighbor and warn her that she is visible to him and probably to other houses nearby.
Jeffrey
Oh, my God. Kids are building tree houses all around her yard right now just to get a peek.
Brooke
Thing is, it's awkward because he doesn't really know her very well. Only met her like, once. So. How do you tell that to somebody without coming across creepy and awkward?
Jeffrey
Well, and he knows for sure she's married, Right?
Brooke
So we decided the best route was to go with a professional text, basically saying, hi, I'm your neighbor. Just letting you know I can see you when you're sunbathing in your backyard. We emitted all the dirty emojis that we suggested. Not sure why, but that was Jimmy's choice. Jimmy, did she respond okay?
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She. Well. Okay, here's the thing. What?
Brooke
Okay.
Jeffrey
Why are you so stressed out?
Chumba Casino Announcer
Well, here's the thing. Okay, I got a response. Problem is, I got a response from the husband.
Jeffrey
Oh.
Brooke
What?
Bom Han
They're two.
Chumba Casino Announcer
There are two names. There's two concert numbers on the HOA list. And I guess Maybe they mixed them up.
Brooke
Oh, God.
Jeffrey
I don't know. I think if a guy read that text, he could totally interpret that the wrong way.
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Yeah, he was not happy. I got a lot. I didn't get a lot of emoji.
Brooke
But I got a lot of swearing from the husband.
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From the husband. And you know, he's serious because there was no. There's no real big mistakes, you know, like, lol.
Jeffrey
Wait, what? What can you read of his response? Can you read any of it?
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What do you mean? You. And then this. You know, a couple words there.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
You wonderful, helpful neighbor. No, is that not it?
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The last text is, she shouldn't be showing it all. Here's her number. You tell her what? Yeah, he gave me her number.
Jeffrey
That's weird. Yeah.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
So maybe he's.
Brooke
Oh, my God.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Like, he's like, she shouldn't be doing that, like, in their own backyard.
Jeffrey
Why wouldn't he just deal with that in his relationship?
Brooke
Maybe that's not the first text that he's gotten like that about his wife.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Oh, my gosh. I didn't think of that.
Sarah Jessica Parker
He's like, pass your complaints to her.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Okay, honey, I've told you this 10 times. Like, it's a problem.
Jeffrey
So now we have to retext the wife and actually tell her. Her.
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Yeah, I, I. Listen, I already texted. I just texted her the same message. Oh, that I sent the first.
Jeffrey
Include any information about how you accidentally told her husband.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Thank you. If you would have said, I talked to your husband.
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No, no, no. I didn't see any reason to make the situation.
Jeffrey
Yeah, I mean, that could cause a fight.
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Yeah. Any more awkward. So I'm just waiting for a response right now.
Brooke
Yeah. Oh, God. Okay, so now we're still. Oh, geez. So we're gonna make it super awkward with you and the husband now.
Jeffrey
Well, I don't know. It may be that the husband is just really mad at his wife almost.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Yeah, it sounds like it sounds like it's bugging him. I want to know.
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Oh, hold on. I just. I just got a response.
Brooke
From her.
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I'll tell you, I'll tell you what she responds right now. Let me just open it and.
Brooke
Okay, the wife responded.
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She just responded. Are you the one with the binoculars? Oh.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Oh, my God. Using binoculars.
Brooke
Okay, this is the time you need to be honest with us.
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No, no, no. Let's get that out of the way. I, I, I didn't. I don't know. I didn't. No, I mean, I'm right. Like, if I wanted. Okay.
Jeffrey
Why are you Stuttering so much. This should be a very simple response.
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No, I'm not looking at her with binoculars.
Brooke
Okay. Is it a telescope that you're using? What device?
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iHeart Podcast Announcer
Okay, wait.
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What do I say to that? I mean, no.
Brooke
Yeah, yeah. Pretty strategistic if that's the truth. It doesn't sound like it's the truth.
Jeffrey
I think you need to say no, that's horrifying. I was writing you to warn you that people could see you.
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I like that. I don't like the horrifying part.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Boobs are harassing our neighborhood.
Brooke
It makes it sound like the view is not a good view.
Jeffrey
I don't think she. I didn't take it that way.
Brooke
Well, it's not you that he's texting.
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Can we just go with no, that isn't me?
Jeffrey
Not even omg?
Brooke
Yeah, I think you need to reply a little bit more. Surprised even at the insinuation.
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Here's the thing. I don't OMG anything like that. I don't want to engage more than I have to. No, that wasn't me. Once I put. No, that wasn't me. I think we're good.
Brooke
I think you should at least explain. I'm just trying to warn you in.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Case other people trying to be helpful here.
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Okay? No, that wasn't me. I just wanted you to know what was going on.
Brooke
Sure. If you want to keep it simple like that, that's up to you.
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Yeah, I think as simple as possible. I just want to get this over with, you know?
Sarah Jessica Parker
I feel like it doesn't make sense, Alexis.
Brooke
What doesn't make sense about that?
Sarah Jessica Parker
What's the end of it? You're going to let her know what's going on? What's going. You didn't say anything.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Yeah, well, no, no, no, no.
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I just want her to know that people can see her. That's it. There's no need to. Okay, Just going back and forth. I'm. I'm just trying to be a good neighbor. Here's what's happening.
Jeffrey
Why are you so defensive right now?
Brooke
Okay, you seem really, like, amped up and stressed out about this. Is.
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Well, I didn't expect to have to deal with the husband. And this was the whole thing with the guy basically yelling at me over the text.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
You don't deal with drama.
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iHeart Podcast Announcer
Got it.
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You know, I work from home for a reason.
Jeffrey
The husband back and say, I'm so sorry or something. Right?
Chumba Casino Announcer
I could, but now it's like you want me to text two people and I just want to get this over with.
Brooke
Okay.
Jeffrey
I just think the only answer is, you're gonna have to sell your house and move by the end of this.
Brooke
You're the most hated person in the neighborhood by the end of this. But just start with the text to the wife where you're just politely telling her, I just was trying to warn you that I could see you.
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Ok, let's go with.
Brooke
With or without binoculars? I can see.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Yeah, I'm close enough.
Chumba Casino Announcer
Right. Okay. So the response to are you the one with the binoculars? Is just gonna be no. I just wanted you to know what was going on.
Brooke
Okay. I mean. Okay, that wasn't really our suggestion, but it's your test.
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I don't want to leave it open for like a back and forth conversation. Okay. I just wanted you to know.
Brooke
Yeah. Just say it.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Yeah.
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And I'm gonna have to go back and forth.
Brooke
Okay, Jimmy, stop talking. Start hitting send on your text message.
Chumba Casino Announcer
Okay. Okay, I'm gonna do that right now. Let me just type that in.
Brooke
It's more. More words.
Sarah Jessica Parker
This isn't gonna end well for you.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
I don't know. I feel like even if she was like, thanks for letting me know, and the guy was like, thank you. He's gonna be like, oh, my go.
Chumba Casino Announcer
Just sent it.
Brooke
Okay. Thank God.
Jeffrey
This is just such a simple situation.
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It was. It definitely was it in the beginning and then, you know, when I got it. I don't know this guy. I don't know how he's going to react when he comes home from work.
Brooke
You know, you got to pay more attention when you're looking at what numbers you're texting.
Jeffrey
That's why you need to know your neighbor.
Chumba Casino Announcer
I was. It's got to be a mistake on the HOA list. And the more I think about this, the more, as creepy as it sounded.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Right?
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Yeah.
Jeffrey
I'm going to tell you, you're talking is not going to help you if you have to talk to this guy in.
Brooke
It's actually better that we're doing this over text.
iHeart Podcast Announcer
Yeah. Less is more.
Chumba Casino Announcer
Okay, I see dots. She's typing a response.
Brooke
Dots, dots, dots, dots, dots, dots, dots, dots, dots, dots, dots.
Chumba Casino Announcer
What was that? Was I supposed to do that?
Brooke
Yeah, you were. You were supposed to be funny.
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Okay, here's the response.
Brooke
Oh, God.
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What?
Jeffrey
What?
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Oh, this is ridiculous. Her response is, what if I said I wanted you to see me smirk? Emoji.
Brooke
Oh, my God.
Jeffrey
Yeah. You're getting beat up by a husband.
Chumba Casino Announcer
Oh, this? Yeah, this is great. Now I really do have to Move.
Brooke
Yeah. Okay, well, just.
Jeffrey
Just write her back and say, I'm not into that. Leave it blank. Let her guess what you are into. It's obviously not that.
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Jeffrey
You have to live.
Brooke
Maybe do a bikini emoji and then a thumbs down or like a green barf emoji.
Jeffrey
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Jeffrey
I think I'm not into that. Is probably good.
Brooke
Well, I mean, it's. That's the way to let her know that he doesn't want to.
Jeffrey
You said. I said horrific view or something like that, and you were.
Brooke
That's before I realized she was going to be really into people looking.
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You know, I mean, now that I think about it, I don't know. Blocking her is a good idea because. And she's right next door. Like they already know who I am.
Jeffrey
You. You can't block her. You live next to her.
Brooke
The only way this could be worse is if the husband texted you saying, what's wrong with you? Are you not into her?
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Yeah, you guys, I just. I don't want to be involved in this weird triangle. Or any triangle for that matter.
Brooke
You know what I mean?
Jeffrey
Like, it is strange that the husband.
Bom Han
Told him I was just trying to.
Chumba Casino Announcer
Be a good neighbor and now this whole thing's ridiculous.
Jeffrey
I think you're getting invited over to their house pretty soon. I know it's gonna be a pool.
Brooke
Party with just the three of you. All right? But at least. At least it sounds like we helped you do what you set out to do. You wanted to tell her that people can see, and now she definitely is aware.
Jeffrey
And you don't have to feel bad if you look because apparently she likes that.
Brooke
Yeah, she wants you to. You can go ahead and get those binoculars back out and.
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Not me with the binoculars.
Brooke
Yeah, okay, sure.
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I don't even own binoculars.
Jeffrey
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Episode Title: Textual Healing: Peek A Boo Your Neighbor Can See You
Release Date: May 18, 2025
Host: Brooke and Jeffrey
Platform: iHeartPodcasts
In this engaging episode of "Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update," hosts Brooke and Jeffrey delve into a unique segment titled "Textual Healing." The concept revolves around assisting listeners in navigating tricky interpersonal situations through thoughtfully crafted text messages. This episode features Jimmy, a listener grappling with an uncomfortable neighborhood scenario, seeking advice on how to address it without escalating tensions.
Jimmy reaches out to the show with a perplexing problem involving his next-door neighbor, Hannah. Working from home, Jimmy frequently finds himself looking out his window during breaks and notices Hannah sunbathing topless in her backyard. This recurring sight makes Jimmy uncomfortable, prompting him to seek a respectful and non-confrontational way to address the issue.
Key Quote:
Jimmy: “My next door neighbor, her name's Hannah. I'm sure she's a lovely lady, but she's been laying out there sunbathing, topless, and it’s making me feel very uncomfortable.”
— [06:53]
Brooke and Jeffrey, alongside their team, brainstorm various approaches to help Jimmy communicate his discomfort effectively. The primary challenge is to convey the message without appearing accusatory or invasive.
Direct Approach:
Jeffrey suggests a straightforward message, emphasizing honesty and clarity.
Quote:
Jeffrey: “I think you say, hey, it's Jimmy. We haven't met before, and this may be the most uncomfortable thing I've ever had to tell someone.”
— [09:38]
Emojis and Subtle Hints:
The team considers using emojis to soften the message, making it less confrontational while still conveying the concern.
Quote:
Brooke: “I was going all emojis, like eye emoji, bathing suit emoji, sun oil emoji, two houses next to each other emojis. Make her decipher what you're saying.”
— [10:05]
Professional and Generic Tone:
Another suggestion is to maintain a professional tone, avoiding personal sentiments that might escalate the situation.
Quote:
Jose: “I think you need to be professional and generic. I think that's the best way.”
— [09:27]
After extensive deliberation, Jimmy decides to adopt a direct yet respectful approach, keeping the message simple and to the point.
Final Message Crafted:
“Hi, this is your next door neighbor, Jimmy. Just so you know, we can see you sunbathing.”
— [10:51]
Jimmy proceeds to send the crafted message, anticipating a straightforward resolution. However, the situation takes an unexpected turn when he receives a response not from Hannah, but from her husband.
Miscommunication and Misinterpretation:
The husband's reaction is immediate and hostile, leading to increased tension for Jimmy.
Quote:
Jeffrey: “Oh, my God. Dude. If it was my neighbor, I'd be like, Michael.”
— [07:32]
Escalation and Further Communication:
Attempting to clarify the misunderstanding, Jimmy texts Hannah again, but finds himself entangled in an awkward exchange that neither party finds comfortable.
Quote:
Jimmy: “I just wanted you to know what was going on.”
— [16:22]
Final Response from Hannah:
Hannah's reply adds another layer of complexity, insinuating a misunderstanding about Jimmy's intentions and leading to Jimmy's realization of the unintended drama he has stepped into.
Quote:
Hannah: “What if I said I wanted you to see me smirk? 😊”
— [18:56]
Throughout the episode, Brooke and Jeffrey emphasize the delicate balance required when addressing sensitive neighborly concerns. The key takeaways from Jimmy's experience include:
Clarity and Intent:
Ensuring that the intent behind the message is clear to prevent misunderstandings.
Anticipating Reactions:
Being prepared for unexpected responses and considering the perspectives of all parties involved.
Maintaining Respect and Boundaries:
Upholding respect for the neighbor's privacy while addressing personal discomfort.
Final Thoughts from Hosts:
Brooke and Jeffrey reflect on the complexities of digital communication in resolving personal disputes, highlighting the importance of thoughtful messaging and the unpredictability of interpersonal interactions.
Quote:
Jeffrey: “We gotta give him credit that he wants to help her out and not just let her continue. So I really actually appreciate that.”
— [12:03]
"Textual Healing: Peek A Boo Your Neighbor Can See You" offers listeners a candid exploration of handling uncomfortable social situations through digital communication. Jimmy's journey underscores the challenges of addressing personal boundaries respectfully and the unforeseen complications that can arise. Brooke and Jeffrey's thoughtful guidance provides valuable insights into navigating such dilemmas, making this episode a compelling listen for anyone dealing with similar neighborhood dynamics.
Notable Quotes:
Jimmy: “My next door neighbor, her name's Hannah. I'm sure she's a lovely lady, but she's been laying out there sunbathing, topless, and it’s making me feel very uncomfortable.”
— [06:53]
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Jeffrey: “I think you say, hey, it's Jimmy. We haven't met before, and this may be the most uncomfortable thing I've ever had to tell someone.”
— [09:38]
Jimmy: “I just wanted you to know what was going on.”
— [16:22]
Hannah: “What if I said I wanted you to see me smirk? 😊”
— [18:56]
This episode masterfully blends humor and real-life relationship challenges, providing both entertainment and practical advice for listeners navigating their personal lives.