The Bert Show – Vault: He Fumbled His "Love Lost & Found"

Date: January 9, 2026
Host: Pionaire Podcasting
Bert Show Cast: Bert, Kristin, Abby, Cassie, Tommy, Co-host Sheila, Host Darren, and Friends

Episode Overview

In this installment of "Love Lost & Found," the Bert Show team follows Darren in his quest to reconnect with Miranda, a mysterious woman he met (and unfortunately let slip away) during a night out at East Andrews. The episode highlights missed romantic connections, the power of community crowdsourcing, and what happens when two people try to bridge the gap between a fateful first meeting and the possibility of new beginnings.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

What is "Love Lost & Found"? (01:53)

• Concept Explained:
  • Listeners call in after a serendipitous encounter with someone they connected with but failed to exchange contact info.
  • The Bert Show puts out all the clues and relies on their audience to help track down the person.
  • Bert: “We put out the APB, like, everything that this person looks like, all the information that you've ever had on the person from that amazing destiny conversation. And then we put it out there and try to get the Bert Show community to help us.” (02:23)

Darren's Story: The Fumble (02:56 - 04:34)

• The Meeting:
  • Darren saw Miranda at East Andrews during Easter weekend and struck up a conversation.
  • Discovered she had a boyfriend from another state, so he backed off.
• Clues from Darren:
  • Blonde, athletic, about 5'5", works for a talent/modeling agency, may be connected to University of Georgia.
  • Didn't get her number and regretted it afterward.

Listener Sleuthing & First Leads (04:50 - 05:52)

• Audience Participation:
  • Calls came in from possible connections — one listener’s daughter worked at a modeling agency with a Miranda fitting Darren’s description.
  • Agency named “About Faces,” located across from Lenox in Atlanta.
  • Another listener mentions Miranda was a UGA roommate and model.

Bringing the Two Together: Making Contact (06:06 - 08:39)

• Contact Attempt:
  • Bert Show managed to track down Miranda and bring her on the line with Darren.
  • Tension and nerves as Darren hopes she remembers him.
  • Notable Moment:
    • Miranda: “I am so sorry, I do not [remember you].” (07:45)
    • Darren: “Yeah, it's okay.” (09:39)

Establishing the Connection (08:41 - 10:41)

• Describing the Night:
  • Both recount the night: group of friends, black derby hat, hanging out by the patio.
  • Shared confusion due to a blur of activity (and drinks).
• Physical Descriptions:
  • Darren: 5'11", dark hair, wore a white shirt.
  • Miranda: recalls a long day and missing the shuttle for Derby Day.
• Humor and Good-Natured Ribbing:
  • Hosts and commentators tease Darren about his forgettable impression and the perils of drunken introductions.

The Second Chance: Will They Go Out? (10:58 - 12:48)

• On a Potential Date:
  • Miranda is single and open to meeting Darren.
  • Miranda: “Of course [I'd go out with Darren]. He sounds really sweet.” (08:39)
• Arranging the Next Steps:
  • Show offers to exchange numbers off-air.
  • The team requests a follow-up if the date happens.

Closure, Teasing, and Takeaways (12:19 - 13:21)

• Closure—Or a New Beginning:
  • Darren’s quest is (hopefully) fulfilled: whether with a date or at least peace of mind.
  • Banter about how Darren’s friends will undoubtedly tease him for not being remembered — but the tables could turn if the date works out.
  • Co-host Sheila: “He can look at his friends. It's like, dude, guess who I'm about to have a date with.” (13:15)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Bert (on the show’s mission):
  “We put out the APB...all the information that you've ever had...and try to get the Bert Show community to help us.” (02:23)
• Darren (on realizing the missed connection):
  "I went up to talk to her, had a good conversation... and then we got more in-depth and found out she had a boyfriend... So I'm not gonna try to... ask for a number or hit on her anymore after that." (02:56)
• Miranda (on not remembering Darren):
  “I am so sorry. I do not.” (07:45)
• Co-host Sheila (on the power dynamic):
  "If you can get her, I'll probably hit... but, you know, no big deal... I'll call her when I'm drunk. She wants to take care of me. I'll go over there, but she can buy her own food." (06:43)
• Miranda (on going out):
  “Of course. He sounds really sweet.” (08:39)
• Co-host Sheila (regarding closure):
  "Now, if you're a guy, I can just hear if I'm Darren, all my friends giving me so much crap for the next 48 hours..." (13:05)
• Light-Hearted Banter:
  Repeated jabs at Darren’s memory and style with lines like:
  “Did you have. Miranda, did you have a boyfriend that lived out of state?” (09:41)
  “If you met any men with hair on their head and you were even slightly attracted to them, that was Darren.” (10:04)

Important Timestamps

• 01:53 – What is “Love Lost & Found”?\
• 02:56 – Darren recounts how he met Miranda; initial clues.
• 04:50 – Listeners call in with leads.
• 06:06 – Update 24 hours later; connecting with Miranda.
• 07:45 – Miranda doesn’t remember Darren.
• 08:39 – Miranda agrees to go out with Darren.
• 09:41–10:41 – Both try to piece the memory together; humorous confusion.
• 12:19 – Miranda and Darren exchange info off-air.
• 13:05 – Banter about Darren’s friends and the fallout.

Tone & Style

• Warm, playful, occasionally self-deprecating.
• Blends suspense from the “Will they, won’t they?” premise with humor.
• Cast and callers are genuine, supportive, and not afraid to poke fun at each other’s expense.

Summary Takeaway

This episode is a feel-good, real-life romantic caper sprinkled with lighthearted ribbing. Darren's vulnerability and the show's collaborative spirit create a charming narrative about chance, memory, and the awkward, hopeful thrill of finding love just a little belatedly. Even if “the one” doesn't remember you, as The Bert Show proves, there are always second chances when fate—and a community—get involved.