Podcast Summary: "Is Love REALLY Blind?"

Happy Wife Happy Life – Episode 87
Hosts: Kendahl Landreth & Jordan Myrick
Date: November 3, 2025

Overview

In this playful and insightful episode, comedians (and couple) Kendahl Landreth and Jordan Myrick debate the age-old question: is love actually blind? Blending their signature humor with real talk, the duo discusses the nuances of attraction, TV’s "Love is Blind", societal standards, and their own relationship. Along the way, they sample unusual Australian candies and answer listener questions about relationships and types. The episode is a mix of pop culture critique, genuine relationship advice, and irreverent laughter.

Key Themes & Discussion Points

1. Catching Up & Candy Taste Test

[00:06–11:18]

• Kendahl and Jordan catch up after a rare week of not seeing each other, revealing their differing social batteries (introvert vs. extrovert).
• Humorous stories about late-night movie outings and community encounters (including a cashier nervous about a BDSM movie reference).
• Australian Snack Segment:
  • They taste test treats sent by a fan: Musk Sticks, Violet Crumble, Cherry Ripe, and Caramello Koalas.
  • Notable Quotes:
    • "It looks like a thing you would feed a dog. And a musk stick sounds like something you would use to inseminate a dog." – Jordan [07:23]
    • "It honestly is the worst thing I've ever... it tastes like a candle." – Kendahl [07:41]
  • Verdict: Varied reactions—Musk Sticks are universally reviled (“tastes like perfume”), but Violet Crumble and Caramello Koalas are a hit.

2. Is Love REALLY Blind? Initial Thoughts

[11:18–14:45]

• Transition to the main topic by referencing their Instagram survey:
  • 13% of followers think love is blind; 87% say it isn’t.
• Jordan’s nuanced stance: "Love is blind for certain people, and love is very much not blind for other people." [11:49]
• Kendahl observes her romantic history as evidence that attraction is personal, not just visual or based on societal standards.

3. Personality vs. Looks & The "Love Is Blind" Show

[14:45–18:50]

• Both discuss how attraction can grow from knowing someone’s personality (“I once asked out a girl from my standup class because I was charmed by her interactions. If I’d seen her photo, I wouldn’t have thought twice" – Kendahl [12:34]).
• Discussion of the "Love is Blind" TV show:
  • The reality that producers select “the most unwell” people for drama.
  • Jordan’s critique: People inevitably try to extract appearance clues (“How much money do your parents make? Could you reach the top shelf?”).

4. Racial Dynamics, Biases, and TV Casting

[15:19–18:04]

• The show’s attempts to “test” if love is blind regarding race, age, etc., often backfire, as contestants suss out key details anyway.
• Commentary on an Asian contestant who felt rejected due to latent biases—even when his match claimed “it’s not because he’s Asian” [15:41].
• Kendahl: “Love really is not blind. These people always suss out the things they truly want to know.” [17:47]

5. Personal Reflection: Would They Have Chosen Each Other Blindly?

[18:50–21:51]

• Kendahl and Jordan ask: If they met on a blind dating show, would they have ended up together?
  • Both believe so, because their attraction blossomed from virtual (not in-person) interaction.
• Kendahl: “I love Jordan’s voice. I think I would have liked you in the pods.” [19:52]
• Jordan credits their relationship as proof that love can thrive on more than just visuals.

6. Debating the Central Question

[21:51–22:55]

• Kendahl argues love is blind, at least for people like her; Jordan disagrees (“Love is not blind for everyone” [22:49]).
• Each reinforces their position with personal, everyday examples.

7. Reality TV, Representation, and Societal Bias

[22:55–26:08]

• Discussion about the pitfalls of reality TV casting:
  • Tokenism and the mental health toll on contestants who don’t fit “model” standards.
  • “Instead of being like, ‘yeah, The Bachelor’s for people who look like Victoria’s Secret models,’ now a girl who looks like me gets eliminated first.” – Kendahl [24:17]
  • Suggestion: Cast entire seasons tailored to diverse groups ("all disabled, all fat, or all Black Bachelorette"), not single token participants.

8. This Season of "Love Is Blind": Notable Couples and Themes

[26:13–39:41]

• Jordan recaps new season characters:
  • The “GoBundance” (cringe business cult) guy—rejected.
  • Calabria and Edmund: Calabria leaves him at the altar, sad but necessary.
  • The issue of alcohol abuse among participants and people staying with partners with red flags (“What do you love about this man?”).
• Personal lesson: Being in a good relationship provides clarity on what you truly value in a partner.
• Heartfelt moment: Kendahl and Jordan list what they love about each other [30:39–33:07].

9. Relationship Q&A

[39:41–44:50]

Q: How do I figure out my type?

• "You actually don't have to have a type." – Jordan [39:59]
• More important to note what actually matters: “If you’re obsessed with eye color or height, reexamine that.”

Q: I’m only attracted to toxic people! What do I do?

• Kendahl: “You have to view it as embarrassing for them... start seeing toxicity as immaturity." [42:09]
• Jordan: “You need to go to therapy. That clearly is tied to something—maybe you’re not ready for real happiness.” [42:47]

Q: When should I say ‘I love you’?

• Joint consensus: When you mean it, but don’t stress about timing. It’s normal for love to deepen over time.

10. Final Stance: Is Love Blind?

[47:05–47:18]

• Kendahl: “Yeah, I think love is blind.” [47:10]
• Jordan: “I know this is not a hard and fast answer, but I think it is blind for some and not blind for others.” [47:13]

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• “You do ultimately become your parents, no matter who you are.” – Jordan [06:07]
• "My dad used to wear a lot of wicker fedoras." – Kendahl [41:56]
• “Love is not blind; that’s love is sad.” – Jordan [14:45]
• “You should say ‘I love you’ when you really mean it.” – Jordan [44:15]
• “You maybe don’t...I love every single one of our followers and I have not seen many of your faces. And I have a very deep love. I’m in love with you all.” – Kendahl [49:48]

Notable Segments & Timestamps

• Australian Candy Taste Test: [07:00–10:40]
• Listener Poll Results: [11:26–11:33]
• Would They Choose Each Other Without Looks?: [18:54–19:52]
• Listing What They Love About Each Other: [30:39–33:07]
• Q&A – Relationship Types & Timing: [39:41–44:50]
• Final Verdict: [47:05–47:18]

Tone & Style

The episode is breezy, funny, and candid. Kendahl and Jordan maintain their charming banter, frequently poking fun at themselves and reality TV conventions, while also providing sincere relationship insight. Their unfiltered approach and knack for vulnerable self-examination stand out.

For New Listeners

Even without watching "Love Is Blind", this episode offers sharp takes on why attraction is rarely about just looks, why reality TV struggles with authenticity, and how knowing yourself leads to better relationships. True to its title and hosts, it’s as heartfelt and irreverent as a late-night conversation with your funniest married friends.