First Date with Lauren Compton: It's Our Second Date, Dude w/ Pauly Shore

Release Date: June 24, 2025
Host: Lauren Compton (referred to as Polly Shore in transcript)
Guest: Pauly Shore (referred to as Tanner in transcript)

1. Welcome and Introduction

Lauren Compton opens the episode with enthusiasm, welcoming her returning guest, Pauly Shore.

[00:14] Tanner: "I can't wait."

[00:28] Tanner: "Pauly Shore and the new Denzel movie."

The dynamic between Lauren and Pauly sets a playful and humorous tone for the episode.

2. Discussing the New Denzel Movie

Pauly Shore shares exciting news about his involvement in a new Denzel Washington film titled "Get Out of Our Way."

[00:32] Tanner: "Get out of Our Way, set to be released summer 2026."

Lauren attempts to verify the authenticity of this announcement, leading to a humorous back-and-forth.

[02:21] Tanner: "No, it's up here. That's enough."

Pauly cleverly reveals that the movie announcement is more of a manifestation than an actual project, highlighting his optimistic (and comedic) outlook.

[03:25] Tanner: "If we put it out there, then people will see it."

3. Life in Multiple Cities

The conversation shifts to Pauly's lifestyle of living in various cities, including Austin, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles.

[08:03] Tanner: "I live in the back of... different places. My heart is in three different places."

Lauren expresses admiration for Pauly's ability to juggle multiple residences and social circles.

[09:42] Polly: "You're balling."

Pauly humorously downplays his lifestyle, mentioning that he finances his living spaces by managing social media for the buildings.

[08:39] Tanner: "I do social media for the buildings... offsets my expenses."

4. Personal Life and Relationships

Pauly delves into his dating life, expressing a desire for a serious relationship and the aspiration to become a father.

[15:09] Polly: "When was the last time you had a serious girlfriend?"

[15:25] Tanner: "Probably seven years ago."

Lauren probes further into Pauly's relationship goals.

[15:33] Polly: "Do you?"

[15:35] Tanner: "I want to be a dad."

Pauly articulates his desire to have a child with someone who shares his values, emphasizing the importance of making thoughtful life choices.

[16:56] Tanner: "Elon Musk said... the most important decision of your life is who you have a child with."

5. Dating Etiquette and Red Flags

Lauren and Pauly discuss the subtle nuances of dating, highlighting behaviors that can indicate compatibility or red flags.

[35:04] Polly: "Whenever you get picked up or you go to pick someone up... Do they leave their empty cup in the car?"

[35:25] Tanner: "Yeah, you got to throw it away."

They emphasize the significance of small gestures, like returning grocery carts or opening doors, in assessing a potential partner's character.

[35:54] Polly: "Also, whenever... you get picked up or you go to pick someone up..."

[36:18] Polly: "But I can't say how many times people have left crap in my car, and that just bothers me."

6. Balancing Humor and Seriousness

Pauly discusses his use of humor as a defense mechanism to avoid getting too close emotionally.

[14:41] Tanner: "Part of the reasons why I joke around is that I don't want to get close. It's like a defense mechanism."

Lauren relates by sharing her own experiences of attempting to plan serious dates, which sometimes led to awkward moments.

[34:02] Polly: "I think that you should wait for a little bit before doing something like that, because I was like, in my head, I was like, oh, I'm gonna show off a little bit."

7. Parenting and Personal Anecdotes

The duo touches upon topics of parenting and personal life, with Lauren sharing humorous stories about her baby.

[40:29] Polly: "So two more, but I'm wearing Spanx and I think that most of it is my boobs..."

[41:00] Tanner: "So do you breastfeed and so your ice cream."

[41:17] Polly: "It's not fat free, right?"

These light-hearted exchanges showcase the blend of comedy and candid conversation that defines the podcast.

8. Future Plans and Farewell

As the episode wraps up, Pauly mentions plans to vacation in Jamaica and hints at reviving his own podcast.

[43:30] Tanner: "It's called Random Rants, and I'm bringing it back."

Lauren concludes the episode with warm thanks, and both share final humorous remarks.

[43:55] Polly: "It's like an Austin Powers movie. Instead of like shooting bullets, I'm just spraying milk."

Key Takeaways

• Humorous Banter: The episode is rich with comedic exchanges, highlighting both Lauren and Pauly's playful chemistry.

• Authenticity in Relationships: Discussions emphasize the importance of genuine connections, shared values, and small gestures in building meaningful relationships.

• Balancing Personal and Public Life: Pauly's lifestyle of living in multiple cities and managing social media roles illustrates the challenges and perks of a dynamic personal life.

• Parenting Aspirations: The conversation touches on the desire to become a parent and the responsibilities that come with it, delivered with humor and honesty.

Notable Quotes

• On Manifestation vs Reality:

  [03:25] Tanner: "If we put it out there, then people will see it."

• On the Importance of Smiling:

  [35:42] Tanner: "And then also opening the door for people and saying thank you, you know, saying thank you is important."

• On Silence in a Relationship:

  [37:09] Polly: "You want to make sure that you're with someone, that you can just be around."

This episode of First Date with Lauren Compton offers listeners a blend of humor, honest conversation, and insightful discussions on dating and personal life, all while maintaining an engaging and light-hearted atmosphere.