Podcast Summary: "LOVE IS BLIND: TAYLOR KRAUSE & HANNAH JILES"

Podcast Information:

• Title: Not Skinny But Not Fat
• Host/Author: Dear Media, Amanda Hirsch
• Episode: LOVE IS BLIND: TAYLOR KRAUSE & HANNAH JILES
• Release Date: November 5, 2024
• Description: From the Kardashians to Kristen Stewart, Ryan Reynolds, and your favorite reality stars, Amanda Hirsch sits down for a laid-back - but juicy - hang with your faves! Tune in every Tuesday, and feel like you’re hanging out with your best friends in Hollywood!

Interview with Taylor Krause

1. Moving and Lifestyle Plans Taylor Krause discusses her and her partner Garrett's relocation plans post-Love Is Blind Season 7. Initially considering moving to New York City due to their remote jobs, they instead settled in Fredericksburg, Virginia, an hour outside Washington D.C. Taylor explains, “[01:59]...DC is really great for me for, like, job-wise. And I also think living on the east coast is just really, really fun and different.”

2. Relationship Dynamics with Garrett The couple's relationship is highlighted by mutual support and understanding. Taylor emphasizes their complementary personalities and shared interests. “[10:27]...Garrett is very smart and driven... he supports me and is kind of all you can ask for.”

3. Careers and Interests Taylor and Garrett are both deeply involved in the science and technology fields. Taylor works in clean energy policy, aiming to commercialize sustainable technologies, while Garrett is engaged in building quantum computers. Taylor shares, “[08:37]...Garrett works for a company that builds quantum computers... I work in more of, like, policy that helps clean energy technologies become more commercialized.”

4. Marriage and Future Plans Having married through the reality show, Taylor discusses their wedding experience and future aspirations. They plan to have a more traditional wedding in San Diego after settling their lives in Fredericksburg. Taylor mentions, “[26:06]...we got real married. Like, on the show, you go down to the courthouse, you fill out the paperwork...”

5. Fashion and Personal Style Taylor talks about her and Garrett’s unique tattoos and evolving fashion sense. While Taylor sports a hydrogen molecule tattoo symbolizing her work in clean energy, Garrett has a tattoo of the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, reflecting his interest in physics. Taylor notes, “[07:35]...Garrett didn't like his hair before, but he's excited about stepping more into how he looks and feeling really good.”

Key Quotes:

• Taylor Krause: “[02:39] So you're more like go with the flow. Can move like sates. Like you're...”
• Taylor Krause: “[08:37] Both in science field. Garrett's more in the... and I work in more of, like, policy...”

Interview with Hannah Jiles

1. Experience on Love Is Blind Season 7 Hannah Jiles reflects on her journey through Love Is Blind Season 7, including her interactions and the aftermath of the show’s reunion. She shares an anecdote involving comedian Amy Schumer, who reached out to her after viewing her on the show. Hannah states, “[34:40]...Amy Schumer literally sees the other side...”

2. Relationship with Nick Hannah delves into her complex relationship with Nick, another contestant. She reveals discovering a private note where Nick expressed a desire for fame, which deeply affected her perception of their relationship. “[21:09]...I just didn't really have too much to say... I wanted to stay out of it again...”

3. Public Perception and Online Reactions Hannah addresses the significant backlash and hate she received online following the reunion. She discusses the challenges of dealing with public opinion and the support she still receives. “[62:09]...the hate is always so much louder...”

4. Personal Background and Independence Hannah offers insight into her upbringing, highlighting her financial independence from a young age due to her family's dynamics. Adopted at four, she became self-reliant by working various jobs during her teenage years. “[48:05]...when I turned 16, it was get a job... I know all my bills and I know everything because...”

5. Future Plans and Reflections After a difficult breakup, Hannah shares her plans to return to the dating scene and possibly engage further with reality TV. She emphasizes personal growth and moving forward. “[66:52]...I had a couple of weeks abstinent... I'm ready to date again.”

Key Quotes:

• Hannah Jiles: “[37:09] To be honest with you, I'm a spiteful person...”
• Hannah Jiles: “[46:42] Maybe he wasn't that into you...”

Concluding Remarks

Amanda Hirsch wraps up the interviews by expressing her support and well-wishes for both Taylor and Hannah. She emphasizes the authenticity and resilience shown by her guests throughout their journeys on Love Is Blind.

Notable Closing Statements:

• Amanda Hirsch to Taylor: “I'm glad that he's excited about stepping more into, like, how he looks and feeling really good.”
• Amanda Hirsch to Hannah: “Thank you, Hannah, for coming on and I wish you the best and you look great and I can't wait for you to get into the dating world.”

Notable Quotes with Timestamps:

• Taylor Krause: “[09:01] Garrett's doing well...”
• Hannah Jiles: “[62:09] It was difficult because I know I'm, like, a polarizing person...”

Conclusion: In this episode of Not Skinny But Not Fat, Amanda Hirsch engages in insightful conversations with Taylor Krause and Hannah Jiles from Love Is Blind Season 7. Taylor provides a glimpse into her balanced relationship and professional life, while Hannah offers a candid look at her challenges and personal growth post-show. Both guests share their unique experiences, offering listeners valuable perspectives on love, fame, and self-discovery in the realm of reality television.