Extra Dirty with Hallie Batchelder
Episode: The Truth About Us (ft. my Unwell boyfriend Andrew)
Release Date: May 7, 2026
Host: Hallie Batchelder
Guest: Andrew Vedder
Episode Overview
This episode of Extra Dirty brings Hallie's "Unwell boyfriend" Andrew Vedder into the "bar" for an extra-honest, extra-flirty conversation. The two dive into their real-life connections, their time together filming Unwell Winter Games, and candidly tackle everything from career pivots and social media fame to relationship philosophies and dating app culture. It’s an authentic and revealing conversation, blending humor, vulnerability, and that signature Extra Dirty energy.
Major Discussion Points & Insights
Breaking the Ice: From Showmance to Podcast (00:58–08:27)
-
First Podcast Jitters & Nostalgia:
Andrew admits he’s nervous (“It’s my first podcast ever.” [01:43]), but Hallie keeps things playful, likening the episode to a first date.
-
Life Post-Unwell Winter Games:
Hallie and Andrew reminisce about meeting and making out on reality TV, referencing a now infamous confessional by Andrew:
“I just saw this girl on an Abercrombie ad, and now I'm here making out with her on TV.” – Andrew [01:08]
-
Letter Reading:
Andrew wrote Hallie a sweet, playful letter:
“P.S. Please, no more jacuzzis with other men. Especially ones with dad bods. That hurt.” – Andrew [06:37]
Career Turns and Social Media Anxiety (02:11–05:54; 12:22–19:00)
-
Andrew’s Career Pivot:
Andrew discusses leaving production for a new, more public-facing role, transitioning into content creation:
“I'm leaning out of the production and into social media in a new way of life, which has been exciting, uncomfortable, weird, fun.” [02:32]
-
Social Media Growing Pains:
Both share the anxieties of making and uploading content, coping with inconsistency, and dealing with publicists:
“Sometimes they hit, sometimes they don't. And then you feel like an idiot.” – Andrew [02:55]
“I post a lot of shocking things... I wake up the next day, and then my publicist is calling me and yelling at me.” – Hallie [03:50]
-
Viral Fame:
Andrew reflects on the sudden change in his DMs and how attention on social media shifts after appearing on the show:
“I went from having to give my best in the DMs and be texting all day to, like, offers and opportunities overnight.” – Andrew [09:25]
Relationships, Showmances and Gender Dynamics (09:01–11:47; 40:16–47:12)
-
Relationship Status:
Andrew says he’s “single,” but they playfully dissect what that really means as public figures and the weirdness of dating on Instagram.
-
Gender Psychology in Dating:
Hallie points out, “That's probably why I would never post a guy that I was ever dating, is because girls just want what someone else has.” [09:58]
-
Behind the "Unwell Winter Games":
The pair break down their flirtations and drama during filming, recalling DMs about Andrew wrestling with castmates, fake narratives online, and show edits.
-
Notable Moment: Formal Apology and Forgiveness:
Hallie apologizes for her flirtations, Andrew graciously forgives:
“This is my formal apology.” – Hallie [41:27]
“I forgive you. You know, I forgave you when I watched him talk your ear off in the jacuzzi, I was like...” – Andrew [41:31]
-
Philosophies on Chasing & Monogamy:
Andrew shares his aversion to "chasing" and past heartbreak:
“If you want me, beautiful, we can go from there. If you want someone else, I set you free and that's fine... I've been hurt from chasing people that don't want me back.” [40:16]
Deep Dives: Vulnerabilities, Mental Health and ADHD (24:01–29:00)
-
Fears & Insecurities About Being Seen:
Andrew is honest about the struggle of being judged and putting himself online:
“I think I'm scared of, like, being seen and being judged.” [24:08]
-
Handling Negativity:
Both admit the sting of a single hate comment amongst positive ones. Hallie shares the extreme names she’s called online, reminding Andrew:
“Worthless? You got a podcast. You're about to be a really good knitter.” – Andrew [25:14]
-
Creativity & Mental Health:
The duo talk about their ADHD diagnoses, Adderall experiences, and how their “brain quirks” fuel creativity:
“The same thing that made it hard for me to focus in school is the same thing that made me do good in the Winter Games.” – Andrew [27:57]
Realities of Reality TV (29:39–36:37)
-
Andrew’s Casting Story (Industry Plant Rumors):
Andrew dispels rumors about being an "industry plant," explaining his last-minute casting when someone dropped out:
“It was a cosmic explosion of destiny. Basically. Kendall Washington from Love Island dropped out, and they got an idea. What if we put Andrew in and have it be part of the show?” [30:09]
-
Competition & Show Dynamics:
Recollections of being paired up, show challenges, and the surreal experience of kissing on TV:
“But like, I will say I've never kissed on TV like that either. There's just four random men, like, with cameras at all angles.” – Hallie [34:28]
-
Notable Quote:
“My mom was bizarrely supportive. That was what I was most nervous for my mom to see.” – Andrew [35:13]
Candid Q&A – Dating, Gender Roles & Modern Relationships (52:47–66:53)
-
On Posting Partners:
Andrew is a hard-launcher: “I'm a hard launch guy. Like, I'm like, it's December 31st. I'm like, happy birthday, babe...” [53:02]
-
Location Sharing:
Both agree on privacy:
“I'm gonna go millennial on this one and say no. I think there should be a little bit of trust, understanding, and acceptance.” – Andrew [66:38]
-
First Date Philosophy:
Andrew prefers active, daytime dates. Both joke about walking, biking, and Hallie knitting in a bike trailer.
-
Turn-Ons (Non-Physical):
“A good listener... that's what I need.” – Andrew [61:51]
“I always say this. Like, I have an ick. When men are like really rude to weight staff... So maybe on the flip side of that, maybe I just like people that are super polite and patient.” – Hallie [62:30]
-
Exes & Love Languages:
Both reflect on how their exes would describe them, and agree on the importance of trust and communication in relationships.
Light-Hearted Moments, Flirting, & Fun (Throughout)
-
Playful Banter & Flirtation:
The episode is laced with Hallie and Andrew teasing each other about hobbies, height, and first date ideas—like journaling together or Hallie riding in a toddler bike trailer while knitting.
-
Admitting to Cosplay Dumb Blonde Personas:
Both shed light on their online personas, sharing that they're smarter and deeper than they sometimes appear.
-
Memorable Quotes:
- “Eye contact is hot.” – Hallie [17:13]
- “I'm a big signs guy. Like, if I'm next to you, it's a sign.” – Andrew [32:06]
- “East Coasters are like low key junkies… respectfully, like high key junkies.” – Hallie [57:49]
Timestamps for Key Segments
| Segment | Timestamp |
|------------------------------------------------------|--------------|
| The “Abercrombie Ad” Confession & Letter | 01:08–07:09 |
| Andrew’s Career Shift & Content Creation Anxiety | 02:11–05:54 |
| DMs and Dating After the Show | 09:25–10:13 |
| Apology, Forgiveness, and Hot Tubgate | 40:59–42:12 |
| Mental Health, ADHD, Adderall, and Creativity | 24:01–29:00 |
| Behind-the-Scenes of Unwell Winter Games | 29:39–36:37 |
| Dating Rules, Posting Partners, Location Sharing | 52:47–66:53 |
Notable Quotes & Speaker Attribution
- Andrew, on dating post-fame:
"I went from having to give my best in the DMs and be texting all day to, like, offers and opportunities overnight." [09:25]
- Hallie, on being public with partners:
“That's probably why I would never post a guy that I was ever dating, is because girls just want what someone else has. It's like psychology or some..." [09:58]
- Andrew, on forgiveness and drama:
“I forgive you. You know, I forgave you when I watched him talk your ear off in the jacuzzi.” [41:31]
- Hallie, on social media:
“I kind of cosplay like a dumb blonde on the Internet.” [70:32]
- Andrew, on online personas:
“I'm kind of like pulling a similar card… I enjoy teasing the Internet a little bit.” [70:40]
Episode Tone
The tone is intimate yet playful, switching from flirty banter to deeper, sometimes therapeutic dives into vulnerability, fame, and self-reflection. Both Hallie and Andrew are refreshingly self-aware and honest about their lives, relationships, and the complexities of living in the social media spotlight—all while keeping things light and relatable.
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a conversation that’s as revealing about modern dating and social media as it is genuinely sweet (and laugh-out-loud funny), this is a can’t-miss episode. Hallie and Andrew’s chemistry shines, and their confessional moments—about relationships, personal insecurities, ADHD, career changes, and reality TV drama—offer both entertainment and insight. The episode wraps with light-hearted hypothetical first dates, playful teasing, and a toast to whatever comes next.
Best For: Fans of candid relationship talk, behind-the-scenes reality TV stories, and flirty, self-aware humor.
