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Who cares what happens when there's so much that happen?
Ronnie
Well, hello and welcome to Watch what Croppens. This is part two of a two part recap. If you're like, hey, wait a minute, I didn't hear part one, guys, it's because we put out a lot of recaps. Go back and listen to part one. Okay? It's before this one. Bye. Enjoy the show.
Ben
So Brooks and Seth are in the confessional and Seth is like, I am so proud of you. Thanks, dad. Pull my finger. What? Pull it. No, dad. Gross old person. If I touch your finger, I'm gonna get old.
Ronnie
So then they play cornhole. And Anwar's like, oh, I won. Give me $20 or you don't have it. Maybe get a job. Stupid. Am I right? Am I right?
Ben
Brooks goes, wow, you guys take cornhole really seriously.
Ronnie
So then Charlie and Anwar walk off together. Anwar's like, we need to have a Talk. You are 30 years old and you are stupid and a loser. Why do you smell like cabbage? Why?
Ben
By the way, I left a book for you upstairs. That's one flight of stairs. Oh, I guess according to you, five stupid don't understand elevators.
Ronnie
And then everyone's watching them, of course. And Brooks is like, I love seeing Charlie and like his family dynamic.
Ben
Ye Georgia goes, yeah. I just like that they look alike. It's like, very cute. I mean, their relationship is totally toxic, but the fact that they look alike is so cute. And Dylan's like, no, yeah, they're totally, like, alike. Yeah. And then some other girls like, yeah, it's like his elders off and like, yeah, that's what I'm saying. It's like holding up a mirror to him in like 40 years. Oh, my God. Wow. So then we go back to the 40 years.
Ronnie
How old do you think Anwar is? Give the guy a break. She actually said like, it's like holding up a mirror to him in like 50. What, 40 years?
Ben
Like 15. I'm so glad we finally got to meet Methuselah. Look at that guy. What is he, 53?
Ronnie
I love that they're turning Anwar into like a 90 year old. They have no concept. And what look looks pretty good. What do you think he is like mid-50s?
Ben
Yeah, I think so. Anwar looks great. Anwar is like a, is definitely like a silver fox. Like he, he is like, you know, I think if you were into that kind of like older daddy look, like, he looks fantastic.
Ronnie
You know why? Because he orders nicoise salads without the dressing. That's why he eats fucking romaine lettuce and that's it.
Ben
Yeah.
Ronnie
Like a hard boiled egg and an anchovy and that's his day.
Ben
Yeah. So enjoy your. Enjoy your extra side of Caesar dressing Van Gogh.
Ronnie
So then we go back to the dad and son and Anwar's like, so anyway, any plans as you approach 30? You're not dying, apparently. Are you still partying? What are we doing with ourselves? You going to. You still laughing at school? School still funny to you? Parted. You parted, Found a loser.
Ben
I know you don't want to talk about it, but you have to have a plan for it. You know, turning 30, it's like, no, no. Like it's not positive, frankly, when we have these conversations, like, no, it's not so much a conversation. It's more like me giving you recommendations that you could be successful and you staring out into space because you're stupid and a bad body. I'd like Dylan. So then we go back to Georgia and she's like, I feel like weird. Like low key. Cuz like I feel like I know Charlie's perspective of his and it's not positive. Okay, this is kind of weird because, like, Charlie's dad is like a pretty intense figure. He like has a job and goes to work and shows up on time and then leaves and then is successful. Like, that's so intense. But I think that like Charlie grew up like with very, very high expectations of like doing the minimum things, like showing up to places on time. And I think that like, Charlie being like, he just like rebelled against that. And I think at like a certain point, like parent and child both kind of get fed up with each other. You know, parent wanting just sort of reasonable outcome for the effort he put into rearing the child and the Child just wants another free burger at Ballude, you know, it's hard.
Ronnie
Yeah. You know, I think there's something. There are parents who are just over demanding and they're going to be disappointed in whatever you do. But then there's also disappointment bred in reality where it's like, you have everything, I've given you every opportunity and you choose to do nothing and be a loser. And I'm Team Amnor. You know, I'm team.
Ben
I'm team. And I'm Team Anwar too. And I think that Anwar is awful. I also would like to add that I think he is so mean to Charlie. And like the competitive thing is actually like, that is up. Like when he's like, who's more attractive? Me. And like all these like micro competitions that, that Charlie's probably had to grow up with. Like, that's a lot. But Charlie's even worse, so lesser of two evils. I'm going Team Anwar.
Ronnie
Yeah, Team Anwar. So George is like, yeah, like low key. Like I feel weird because like his perspective of his dad is like not positive, you know. So then Charl, Charlie's like, yeah, like now we see them arguing. Charlie and Anwar are arguing. And really Anwar is just like, so are you going to do anything with your life? And Charlie's like, God, dad, as he just got to. He literally just came to his house with like 10 year old joints. Is like, anybody want to go smoke joints with me? I'm like, you're at your dad's house, you fucking lose. Like, if your dad already thinks you're a loser, why are you showing up to smoke weed in his backyard with your friends? You know, like, come on, make some kind of effort. But he's like, God, I can't do anything to make him happy. And he's really happy. Like I'd get 99 on my mouth math test. And he's like, why'd you miss that one point? You never got nine. Prove to me that you got 99 on a math test first.
Ben
Yes. And tell us why you couldn't go the distance and get your 100. We're still waiting.
Ronnie
Geez. So then Talia serves the group rigatoni, which I can't believe Anwar didn't just dump her right then and there. Because that's crazy. A plate of carbs. Have you lost your goddamn mind? He's already stupid enough. Why don't you just put a potato in his brain and call it day? Call it day.
Ben
There was something about this rigatoni that I thought was strange. I Thought that it was strange that Talia just goes walking by with a big bowl of rigatoni. And then George is like, is that rigatoni? Can I have it? And she's just like, why don't you go to the table that Talia's headed to? So then Talia puts down a giant bowl of ricatonia on this little side table thing that they're all sitting around with the couches. There was something. I don't know, I felt like there was something so entitled about this girl on the side who's, like, a guest in the house. Like, is that rigatoni? Can I have. I was like, get up and go sit at the table.
Ronnie
Yeah. So George is like, yeah. The other day he said something so weird. He was like, I can't be around my dad because my dad doesn't even want me there. And that's why he gives me allowance, because he doesn't even want to be around me. I won't pay the problem to go away. I get it.
Ben
Yeah. Be. Be someone that someone wants to be around. Because as far as I can tell, I don't think any of us would want to be around Charlie. I would pay money to get him out my face. You know, at a certain point, like, Anwar does seem terrible. I. I really do feel like Anwar has, like, really terrible, like, aspects to him. But I also can imagine that you've spent 30 years trying to make this show, like, try to, like, fix the show that you probably created yourself. Like, let's not take it. Let's not, like, absolve Anwar of any responsibility in Charlie's outcome. But you've been trying to fix it, and you can't. At a certain point, you're just like, you know what? Just. Let's just remove it. Here's some money. Go back to Manhattan.
Ronnie
Yeah. And basically, there's some girl there who kind of speaks for all of us because she's like, yeah, guys, it's, like, really hard because Charlie's dad just gave up on him. And, like, it's really hard for Charlie to live like that. Someone goes, yeah, but, like, Charlie's 30, so.
Ben
I love that. Yeah, it's getting too old now.
Ronnie
Yeah.
Ben
So then Charlie, like, joins them and he's like, whoa, it just never ends, bro, with my dad, you know, he's just pissing me off. And Georgia goes, you hate when people do that. Yeah.
Ronnie
Yeah.
Ben
I think that's part of when you get pissed off. Like, oh, my God. Don't you hate when people piss you off? No. I love when people piss me off. I love that that makes me thrive.
Ronnie
And Charlie's like, well, at the end of the day, you got nothing from nothing. I just want peace in my life. And part of me is worried that I'll never get it until he dies, frankly. But I don't know. Guess we'll have to wait and see. You're such a little. Oh, my God. You want pizza in your life? Get a job. That's what you need. You need to stop living off this hateful person. You know, if he's so hateful and terrible, stop taking his money and go do what the rest of us do. Work. You little. So he's like, come on, guys, let's go smoke weed together in my dad's backyard. Like, okay, so now also.
Ben
Has he never have seen, like, a thoughtful foreign film? Like, do you. You think you're gonna get peace when someone dies? Hello. You're gonna have hours and hours and hours of staring off into the abyss and wondering what you could have done differently. And now it's too late. Oh, hello. There will be no peace for you.
Ronnie
Yeah. So then we go to the Bronx, and it's a g. It's a golf outing with Brooks and Ava and their dads.
Ben
Yeah. So because Dame is doing this golf event, et cetera, and dam is talking about how everyone there is, like, the principles from economically challenged places. And he's brought. And now he's taught them all entrepreneurship. Hopefully he didn't teach them accounting as well. And Ava's like, yeah, he's like, my dad's, like, an entrepreneur. He founded Rockefeller Records and, like, Rocaware when I was, like, 4, and I was, like, in rockwear campaigns, you know, because, you know, he is. He has a big deal and everything. And he says that Ava has a black belt and fashion, and he wants her to know that she's the superhero that she is. Okay, so that's what this golf event is all about.
Ronnie
I don't know that I trust somebody to trust to teach me entrepreneurship when they say they're going to teach me entrepreneurial ship. How much are you making off of these golf outings? Because I do not believe you. So then they're riding along with their dads, and Dame lights a joint, and he's like, hey, man, you want to. You want to smoke? And Seth's like, oh, yeah, you know, I work kind of for a public company, so I can't really do that. You know, shove my face in boobcakes. I can do that. You got that around you got anyone's wife I can kind of, you know, sexually harass in a fun way that I can do, but I don't know. Weed?
Ben
Yeah. Yeah. See, this, like, fun loving, down with everything Seth Persona you're seeing, it's just a facade for tv. I'm just actually a pretty soulless corporate guy, unfortunately, so no weed for me, thank you very much.
Ronnie
I don't know that Big Lots is gonna like that lot. Put my hands up, walk away slowly.
Ben
It's called Big Lots, not Big joints. So Brooks is like, whatever, dad. So then Seth is asking Eva if her and Dame ever hang out. And she's like, yeah, all the time. And then Seth is like, you hear that? You hear that? You hear that? Like, child and child and parent hang out all the time. So it's totally normal set. Totally normal. Brooks, it's totally fine. He's like, ew, gross. Disgusting.
Ronnie
So now they think about Charlie, and Because Ava didn't go to that thing. So he's like, yeah, I was, like, cute seeing Charlie with his family, but, like, it was weird. He was, like, freaking out. She's like, oh, my God, he's such a drama queen. And so she's like, yeah, I'm not going to reach out to him because, like, it's not our responsibility. You know, my dad's thing is, like, it's, like, super rooted.
Ben
Yeah.
Ronnie
So we're, like, rooted together. He's like, yeah, but my dad is, like, trying to make me go to therapy. And, like, then he, like, left halfway through the therapy. Was like, oh, no, this is Charlie. Charlie said that someone tried to make him go to, like, therapy. And then he left, like, halfway through the therapy, and he was like, I'm not doing therapy.
Ben
Yeah. But then, like, he started saying to me and Dylan and Georgia, like, we should all go. He was like, you guys should go. And so we see that, like, Charlie's acting like therapy is disgusting, but then he's, like, telling everyone that they need therapy. And it was like, what? He's like, I mean, first of all, I have a therapist. Second of all, I have an icon as a mother, which. Which is therapy in and of itself. Yeah. First of all, so do I. I mean, we all need therapy. I mean, take the help. I used to be the type where I would hate therapy, too. And when my parents were getting divorced, they put me in a therapist's office, and I literally sat there and I was like, I will not talk. I was so stubborn because I was like, I know I'm gonna be a model at some point. So, like, why do I even need the therapy?
Ronnie
Brooks is like, yeah, I had to go to therapy when I was 8 because I was seeing ghosts. Yeah, they were like, my house was in my house.
Ben
Yeah, I thought. I thought I saw elves in the stairway. Oh, so you didn't have to go therapy because your parents were having a high profile divorce because your mom was a fashion designer, dad was like a super famous entrepreneur? No, I just thought I saw elves. That's it.
Ronnie
But then I found out in therapy that it was really elves. It was just my dad dressed in tights, trying to turn my mom on. Ew. Yeah, I survived. So Seth is like, yeah, well, who was there when you were crawling like a Navy SEAL at 3 years old because you were scared of monsters in your bedroom? What did I do? What did I do? Well, you'd make a little bed and sleep on the floor, and I'd sleep on the floor next to your bed. I didn't make it. That was a dog bed from Home Goods. But still I put it there and you curled up and you slept in it. Remember what you tried to do? Tried to sew it all together, but you couldn't get the needle through the hole. And I said, that's okay, son.
Ben
Mom works. Later on, we found out that the reason why I was seeing elves everywhere was because Chloe and I would walk around the house and always go, slay, slay. After a while. You can only make so many Christmas references before you see the elves.
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Ronnie
So then they it starts raining and dame is hilarious in this. He just, he's like, he's screaming like a woman in the rain. He's like, not the Givenchy or whatever.
Ben
And Brooks is like, oh my God, this, this vest has goose down. It can't get w which I loved and I was anxious about. I Was like, he's right. That goose. Can't get that goose down. Can't get wet. He's like, oh, my God, my phone fell off. Oh, my God. The elves took my phone. Dad. The elves took my phone. What do I do? He's like, it's right here. Oh, yeah, sorry.
Ronnie
He's like, dad, my phone's gone. Can you put my location on? He's like, I don't know how to put your location because your. My locations and your phone. It's like, nice. It's raining. What am I supposed to do out here in the.
Ben
So good.
Ronnie
So then we go to Brooks's apartment, and he's inviting everybody to a surprise party for Chloe. And Gia writes back, brooklyn. Okay. But only because I love you both. And also, I'll be late.
Ben
Don't do us any favors, Gia, okay? Like, there's no good reason why you should be on the show. You're off in Jersey. You're a totally different vibe from everyone else. You're just on it. So that way they can put Teresa in the promos. So show up at the shoot date and be happy about it.
Ronnie
Yeah. So then we go to Georgia, having a meeting with Omar at his office. This is where we see all the whiteboards and stuff. And she's like, yeah, I think it's ironic that I'm dating someone in finance. Because, like, he's not even in finance. He's in crypto. Yeah, normally I wouldn't do finance, but crypto's different because it's, like, the antithesis of finance. It's, like, way. It's like anarchist. It's, like, radical, you know?
Ben
Yes. All those crypto bros. Totally, totally anarchists. Right? Like, this is. I mean, I feel like I'm in. I feel like I'm. I'm watching Robin Hood. Okay. Look at these guys upending the system for the poor. So then George was like, yeah, I'm sorry I didn't come over last night. I was watching a really good movie and, like, popped a bottle of Shandon. Yeah. Have you ever. Have you ever seen Sleepless in Seattle? It's like a movie from olden times. It was so good.
Ronnie
So she's like, we need to think about our business. Yes. You want a whiteboard? And she goes, hell, yes. Okay, so here's the thing. Give me a marker. Okay. Here's what I like. I like super modern parties, right? So what's my number one priority in life? And he's like, when Harry Met Sally quotes. No, Carrie Bradshaw quotes. No, the other Thing. Having fun. Fun. I believe in fun. Okay. I'm gonna write fun down. Fun.
Ben
Okay, exactly. Okay, so number two. Number two what? I don't know. I'm just saying number two. No, not poop. Not poop. Number two. Just come up with some concepts. Sexy and cool. Sexy and cool. You know it. Hello. Okay, everyone. Written fun, sexy and cool. I think we figured it all out. It's all written on a whiteboard. We know the next concept. Okay, let's apply for a grant.
Ronnie
So she's like, here's my philosophy from my club. If you're wearing heels, I'm gonna. I'm not gonna let you in. And if you're wearing, like, a suit, I'm not gonna let you in. And then it closes up on her boyfriend, who's in a suit, and she's like, if you work in finance, I'm not gonna let you in. And it stays closed up on him. Just looking, like, stoned as hell. She's like. And then number three, letters. She goes, what's more your priority? Money. That's right, money. So, like, you know what? Like, American Psycho is a really good example of, like, the archetype of a person. I don't want coming to Miami. I don't want serial killers, okay? This is not a place for serial killers in high heels.
Ben
She's a real innovator. I have to say, I love that.
Ronnie
She's gonna. She's gonna corner the market on parties by making them funny.
Ben
They're gonna be fun, sexy, and cool. Serial killers not allowed. No high heels unless they're on my friends. You can't wear a suit unless you're my boyfriend. You can't work in finance unless you're my boyfriend.
Ronnie
This show is hilarious. And she's like, oh, hey, guess what we're gonna do, because young kids like us, they like nerdy things. Bowling. Bowling. Georgia bowling has been back for, like, 15 years now.
Ben
I know. She's like, okay, I've got this great idea. Okay, so, like, America and middle America. Middle America loves taking a ball and rolling it down a surface. Okay? So I told my mom we went bowling, and she's like, I love bowling. I was like, oh, my God. My mom loves bowling. And then I just explained to her it was not just throwing bowls at the wall. And she said, oh, never mind. So we don't have that much in common, but we do love that. And I'm like, wait a second. This could be a great unifier, like a cool bowling party. I'm like, like, Bullmore Lanes has been doing this for 25 years in New York City. Just go to the. Whereas in the Village somewhere. Like, this is not fresh concept.
Ronnie
It became like super trendy. Yeah. Like 20 years ago. 15, 20 years ago. And she's acting like, wow, I went to Lucky Strike last weekend and it was old. Like, it seemed old and run down. That's how long it's been. Yeah, it's crazy.
Ben
It used to be impressive.
Ronnie
Wow. It's like an old bowling alley now, you know?
Ben
Remember that was like the thing. You would go there and you'd have to wait two hours to get onto a lane. It was such a. Such a thing. And then like Highland park, there's that like very trendy, old timey bowling alley. That's like hipster. It's like where, like, if you're like pretending you're in Mumford and Sons, you'd go to bowl. So like, she's like, I just figured it out, guys. Trendy bowling. So that's her concept.
Ronnie
Me and my mom don't have a lot of common, but we both bowl. Do you understand? So here's what I want. Moms in flats who don't serial kill.
Ben
Now, how do we make it sexy and cool? Okay, we put bikinis on the balls. Got it. Great.
Ronnie
One piece is on the mom, so I'm not a monster. So then we go to Ava, meeting up with Charlie, and she basically, Charlie's like, so how can I make us friends again? She's like, apologize. He goes, okay. Then I'm sorry. She goes, but you need to mean it. He goes, but I do do. And she's like, no, you don't. Like, I'm trying to help you be friends with everybody. And then you get like, sassy. And I don't like that. Okay? And he's like, okay, then I'm sorry. But also, I'm good with Riley because I also went to apologize to her today. It's like my apology to her day.
Ben
So, yeah, we went to Dumbo and then we see a flashback of Riley with Charlie and it's like, okay. She's like, okay, I'm here to listen to you. He's like, well, I was gonna say the same thing to you. She's like, yeah, but I already explained it to you. Like, how do I explain it again? Why. Why do. Why do you.
Ronnie
You.
Ben
Why do I have to say it anymore? Okay, what are you listening to? He's like, okay, well, none of my actions ever came from a place of malice or anything like that. I would never Try to hurt anyone. And it's kind of like a very paint by the numbers thing of, like, I didn't mean it. And he's like, I'm really sorry, and I shouldn't have undermined my apology. I just didn't want to. I just didn't want to be painted in an unfairly villainized light. I just wanted to be a villain for other reasons, but not for racial stuff, you know? And maybe I'm the. You know, maybe I'm triggered because my dad. This is my dad's fault. You want to be mad at my dad? You could be mad at my dad.
Ronnie
He's like, I'm an. But I'm not a racist. I'm just an who says racially insensitive things. And she's like, whatever, Charlie. So then we go back to Ava and Charlie, and she's like, I mean, like, you're an aa, basically. Like, you have to go apologize to everyone. And he's like, what is that, like a ninth step? She's like, yeah, kind of.
Ben
So then they seem to be okay.
Ronnie
And he's such a dumbass.
Ben
Charlie's like, by the way, have you seen anyone like Hudson and Ariana and Gia, all those poor people from other TV shows? And Ava's like, not really. Just Brooks. Oh, really? Because Ariana's kind of growing on me for no good reason. She's like, really? In what way? You have a crush on her? He's like, yeah, maybe I'll try to fuck her low key. I don't know. And she's like, charlie. Which is his way of being like, this is. He didn't like that. Hudson stepped to him like, a few episodes ago. So I think he's like, I know what I'll do. I'm gonna cruel intentions it and sleep with this girl and ruin it from the inside.
Ronnie
I think he's. I mean, honestly, I think he's just kidding. I think he's just saying Ariana's growing on me. She goes, what, do you. What do you have a crush? She's like, oh, yeah, Yeah, I have a real crowd. I'm really gonna try and fuck Arya. That's how I took it. But of course, it's a reality show, so they're gonna take it and repeat it until it's like, oh, my God, Charlie's trying to fuck Ariana now.
Ben
And then he sent a text and said, maybe I'll be at home having sex with your sister. Can you even believe it?
Ronnie
This episode even opened with that, with Brooks being like, well, yeah, but then he sent me a text, and he was like, maybe I'll come over, or maybe I'll be at my apartment with your sister. Okay, it's episode four. We're gonna need to drop this at some point. Okay?
Ben
Seriously.
Ronnie
So she's like, you know, he has a boyfriend for, like, she has a boyfriend for two years. He goes, yeah, but, like, I'm not actively gonna try, but if it falls into my lap, like, if I get, like, the smallest green light. So then we go to Hudson and Ariana meeting designer Ron. We don't know what Ron designs really do. We do.
Ben
They tell us he, like, designs aprons for William Sonoma. But they're like, okay, put on this. This hat and a leather jacket. Go.
Ronnie
All right, I'm designing Ron, and his name is Ron, so go with it. So they go check out his clothing place. His, like, fashion district, whatever. And she's like, yeah, I've wanted a clothing line forever, but, like, I don't know how to do anything. So, like, that's what part of New York is about, you know? Like, you come here, you don't get educated. You just talk to people like Ron. They, you know, tell you how to, like, make your dreams come true without, like, actually doing any work.
Ben
So Ron's like, all right, kids, I'm glad you came here. I've been waiting 13 years for someone to come upstairs in this office building for me to give them some hard knowledge. When I started my brand, I went in with the strategy on identifying three brands. Okay, so do you have three brands in your head that you like? And I. And, like, you'd like how they executed? Okay, go.
Ronnie
And they're like, McDonald's, Pet Boy, Starbucks.
Ben
Well, those are brands. They do wear uniforms. Okay, you're hired. Whoa, cool. So then they.
Ronnie
Okay, but, like, tell me about the empire you want to start. And Hudson's like, well, like, we're both obsessed with clothes. Like, we don't go, like, somewhere in.
Ben
A trash bag, even though I could make a trash bag look good. How would you do that? I don't know. So Ron's like, okay, so if you're creating the product, where's it going to be shipped? Where's it going to be housed? You know, how's it being paid for? Where are you guys at with that process? And Ariana goes, we've been saving up. They have no answers.
Ronnie
Okay, well, whatever you think you have is not enough. All right, what's your mission statement? Impossible. No, like, your mission statement. Tortilla chips. All right, this isn't a game show, okay? This is supposed to give me the first word that comes to your head. Do you know what a mission statement is? I don't. Okay. It's like the idea for your company. I like clothes. Okay. Jesus Christ. Oh my God. Why did I ever take that wine cooler from Kim Zolciak 20 years ago?
Ben
All right, give me your elevator pitch. Well, we want to. We don't want to sell it in elevators. No, no, no. Elevator pitch. It's like you. You're in an elevator ride with someone. You got 10 seconds. Why would I. We have a walk up. No, I know, but like, theoretically, you're in an elevator. You're pitching me the idea. Okay, all right. This brand to me is all about people feeling great and what they're wearing. It's going to be an amazing quality. As well as you're gon up taller. And we're going to start out with pastels. The mission statement is pastels. And I'm very known for pastels, which is why I wear only black on this TV show. Like little hearts everywhere. I love little hearts, which is why I don't wear them. And let will have details. The mission statement are pastel little hearts. Tada.
Ronnie
And they just kept. They showed her face and. But they put an elevator graphic in front of her and they just kept like closing the door on her face. It was so funny. It's like just bashing her head in the elevator. Like, we believe in pastel streetwear. Boom. We believe in hearts. Okay, so you're going to have pastel jogging pants with hearts. Sounds great. Just go on Timu and slap your fucking label on it like we know you're going to do anyway.
Ben
So Ron's like, okay, well, there's a tremendous amount of enthusiasm. A tremendous amount of enthusiasm and that, you know, but the plan's not there. Okay, Focus, focus, focus. Okay? And here's another pearl of wisdom that I have because I've been doing it and I've done it. This business will aid you in dog years 7. For your relationship is going to be challenged, okay? And Ariana goes, well, what doesn't kill you make you stronger. Yeah, that's what I thought. So, kid, it's called heroin, okay? You can go to the brink and come back. Enjoy fashion.
Ronnie
She's like, but to get adored angels into the open, we need to get moving. So I can't wait. We're going to samples. Yeah, we're going to get samples and then we're going to have A drop. And then we're going to have another drop. And then we're going to have another drop. We're going to drop so many things.
Ben
Yeah. And I love. They're like, Hudson's just totally unbothered by all this because he's just like, I'm rich. It'll be fine.
Ronnie
Yeah. He's like, I don't. Whatever she needs to do to give her something to do. But if you're serious, go to school. You know what I mean? Like, Parsons is right there.
Ben
It's right, right there. Right there. Okay. It's right there. Right there, honey.
Ronnie
So we go to Chloe's 23rd birthday party, and they're like, oh, my God. Cheers, Chloe. So then Brooks favor talking about the Charlie date and him apologizing, and Brooks is like, do you think low key? He has feelings for you? Like, low key? Oh, my God, stop.
Ben
You really think it's, like, totally platonic? I look at, like, Charlie as, like, my gay best friend. Like, there's, like, no way he could have a crush on me. Like, he did say he'd hook up with Ariana, though. Even though she has a boyfriend. What? No, he did it.
Ronnie
I cannot wait to tell him that. Unless you give me something more to start a fight with Ariana in this very episode. Work on it.
Ben
So then Amir is there. We haven't seen Amira in forever. Like, she wasn't even on last episode. And now she's finally showing up here and Ava's talking to her and she's like, because Amira just met Ariana for the first time. I think so. Eva's like, did you know that Ariana's a fashion designer?
Ronnie
What?
Ben
I did not know that. And she's like, yeah, she told me. I was a little surprised because, like, I can't tell if I'm being like, I'm surprised that she's a fashion designer. Has, like a negative connotation. What you're saying, Ava.
Ronnie
She's like, well, I don't mean it in a negative way. Just mean that, like, when I see her, doesn't give, like, I'm starting a fashion line because I'm a fashion designer.
Ben
Honestly, it's a fair point. It's, you know, it's a fair point.
Ronnie
It's a fair point, too. And I don't think she said anything, like, horribly dissing her. Right. She's just like, oh, that girl never gave me any clue that she was a fashion designer. I mean, she hasn't talked about it. She hasn't asked Ava what It's like being a model in high fashion. Like, there's been nothing about it. I don't. I don't think it was a dress.
Ben
I. I mean, again, I'm not a fashion gay, but it's not like she dresses in a way that seems, like, incredibly fashion forward. Like. Like, I don't know if. What? If what? Ariana. If what she wears is, like, you know, silly or basic. I don't know if it's basic or not, but it's not fashion. Like, it's not cutting edge or anything. So she's like, she wants to work in fashion, and she hasn't, like, in any of the conversations, there's nothing that she said that's indicated that she has, like, a massive interest in fashion beyond, like, oh, here's the thing I want to do. So she's like, what? I don't get it.
Ronnie
Yeah. So then Ava's like, do you not agree? And Amara's like, well, I had a friend in high school or college who would say things like that. And it's just like, it's up. Like, it's up. You shouldn't say that about people. You know, it's not classy to talk shit about someone you just met. I mean, why are you intentionally talking someone down to make yourself feel better? Like, be a good person, bitch.
Ben
So then Brooks goes right over to Ariana, and Riley's like, brooks, were you. You were talking to Ava for so long. What were you talking about? Yeah, what were you talking about? We're wondering because everyone's been off in their own groups. Guys, I don't want to have to do this. Let me roll back on the sofa. No, guys, I don't want to have to do this.
Ronnie
It's not a big deal. Stop forcing me. Stop pulling my arms.
Ben
Spit it out.
Ronnie
I've been ripped apart. Ava says that you're a terrible fashion designer, and you're ugly and stupid, and she can't believe you're gonna have a fashion design of mine.
Ben
They, like, asked me the same question, like, five times. Like, what was I supposed to do? So. So then Ariana's like, I got my clothes out of boxes today, so why don't you off? All my cool clothes are in a box. I just happen to be stuck wearing this forever. 21 today.
Ronnie
Yeah, why don't you go back to the actual circus with your shorts and your leg, little shirt, and shut the up? I mean, she's wearing gold sparkly shorts, like, telling me, like, I have, like, no style. Like, if I wanted to go to Forever 21. I would have. And I love Forever 21. Just not the sparkle section.
Ben
That's like, I want Ava with the ass attitude. Like, for real. Honestly, I think it's rude as I don't even know what's going on. I know Ava's a model. I didn't know she had a clothing line. Apparently, she's. That's what she's best known for. Her. Whatever. So she knows what's best for her. So Riley and then Ava go to the bathroom, and then Amira knocks on the door and they're like. They kiki for a little bit. And then Ava winds up sitting down next to Brooks in Georgia. And Ava's like, yeah, I was just telling Chloe that she should dance at the bar. And Georgia's like, okay, be chill. Cause, like, don't freak out about this.
Ronnie
This.
Ben
But there's a situation brewing. Someone with heels wants to come into this bar. It's disgusting.
Ronnie
They're probably going to serial kill people. But you didn't hear it from me. Okay, well, guess what's going on in there. Someone said that you said, blah, blah, blah. So then we cut to Ariana, and she's like, amara, I know she's your really good friend, but. And then we go back to Brooks, and he's like, gia. Ariana and Riley were like, what are you guys talking about? So I was talking. Talking about how you were surprised that Ariana has a clothing brand. And Ava's like, brooks, what the hell? Why would you say that? It's not meant to be serious. Like, it's. That being said, I'm not going to pretend I didn't say it. I guess so. I guess I'll say it to her face. So she goes to sit next to Ariana, and Ariana's still making this big deal out of it. And she's like, oh, yeah. Oh, no. She's in the bathroom still. She's like, I just wanted to have a stupid little streetwear bra that I can build off of until I have the money because, like, I'm sorry, my parents can't pay for everything because I paying their fucking bills.
Ben
I love you, Brooks, and thank you for introducing me to these people generally, but I don't know if some of the people are for me because I don't know what the fuck is going on. I literally feel like this girl's Regina George. I didn't know we were in Mean girls before.
Ronnie
We were like, I'm sorry, what'd you say? I cut you off.
Ben
I Can't believe a model would be a mean girl. This was totally shocking.
Ronnie
I know, right? So then Ava's like. I mean, Georgia, it's just that every time I've seen her, I don't think she has, like, the best style for, like, a fashion. Okay. Before, I was like, what she said isn't really that bad. And then she makes it worse.
Ben
Yeah.
Ronnie
And George is like, oh, yeah. And so Gia and Ariana sit next to them, and Ava's like, are you okay? She's Are you? Like, why are you coming from my brand that you don't even know about? Like, I barely even know about it. I just came up with hearts today on the fly.
Ben
So wrong to, like, pastels. And that is the end. That's the cliffhanger. How will this confrontation pan out?
Ronnie
But just to be clear, what Ava said wasn't very nice. But, yeah, being a high fashion model does give her more experience than you who haven't done that. And she's also the daughter of an actual fashion designer who's pretty successful. So, yeah, I would think that she would know more than you. And you should probably just eat some humble pie and, like, try and learn something and be like, hey, listen, you're right. I don't have a lot of experience. I don't really know what I'm doing. It's just always been my dream. And I know you know more than me. Maybe you can help me out or introduce me to your mom or, like, point me in the right direction.
Ben
Yeah. And, like, we haven't really seen her in, like, a lot of street wear or that interested in streetwear, so we've.
Ronnie
Been worried for years that she's going to end up on the street. Streets.
Ben
And I was going where, but. But. But, yeah. I mean, look, also, Ariana, you're gonna have to toughen up, because if this is the thing that's gonna send you, I can't imagine people. The world of fashion is. Is not known for being nice or polite and. And genuine. So buck up, because it's gonna be a long ride for you. Get used to it. All right, so that being said, it's all done. Fun episode.
Ronnie
It's done. And so are we. All right, everybody, thanks so much for being here. We will talk to you either later today or in the morning with Miami, and we'll be back with some Love island next week, so join us for that if you want to catch up on Love island. We've got 18 million hours of it over on Patreon, so go check it out and for videos beyond Crappin's on Demand on Patreon. We love you. We'll talk to week you next. See you next time. Bye. Bye.
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Watch What Crappens - Episode #2904 Summary
Title: Next Gen NYC S1E4 Part Two: Getting Fashionasty
Hosts: Ben Mandelker & Ronnie Karam | Wondery
Release Date: June 26, 2025
Overview: In episode #2904 of "Watch What Crappens," hosts Ben Mandelker and Ronnie Karam delve into the second part of Season 1 Episode 4 of Bravo's "Next Gen NYC," aptly titled "Getting Fashionasty." This episode focuses on the intricate and often tumultuous relationships between the show's characters, particularly spotlighting the fraught father-son dynamic between Anwar and Charlie. Ben and Ronnie provide sharp, humorous insights into the unfolding drama, offering listeners a comprehensive recap and analysis of key moments and character developments.
1. Anwar and Charlie: A Toxic Father-Son Relationship
Key Scene Analysis:
Conflict Breakdown ([04:03]): Anwar confronts Charlie with harsh criticism, labeling him a "30 years old... stupid and a loser." Ben and Ronnie dissect this interaction, highlighting Anwar's relentless negativity and its impact on Charlie's self-esteem.
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Character Insights:
Anwar's Parenting Style: The hosts discuss Anwar's abrasive approach, questioning whether his competitive nature and constant undermining are driving Charlie further into self-doubt.
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2. Group Dynamics and Cornhole Showdown
Key Scene Analysis:
Cornhole Competition ([04:15]): Anwar's arrogance surfaces as he demands "$20" from competitors, sparking frustration among the group. Ben and Ronnie highlight how these competitive games exacerbate existing tensions.
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3. Georgia’s Observations on Toxic Relationships
Key Scene Analysis:
Family Observations ([05:15]): Georgia comments on the toxic yet strangely endearing relationship between Anwar and Charlie, noting their physical resemblance despite emotional discord.
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Character Development:
4. Ava’s Entrepreneurial Missteps
Key Scene Analysis:
Business Ideas Debunked ([24:47]): Ava pitches her trendy bowling party concept, only to face skepticism from Ben and Ronnie regarding her lack of planning and practical business acumen.
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5. Social Conflicts and Relationship Struggles
Key Scene Analysis:
Charlie’s Inappropriate Advances ([29:10]): Charlie's suggestion to sleep with Ariana leads to uproar among the group, illustrating his continued inability to maintain healthy relationships.
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6. Humorous Takeaways and Host Dynamics
Key Moments:
Anwar’s Dietary Habits ([05:56]): Ronnie humorously mocks Anwar's strict diet, saying, "I love that they're turning Anwar into like a 90 year old."
Brooks’s Frustrations ([37:39]): The playful banter between Ben and Ronnie about Brooks's interactions adds a comedic layer to the recap.
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7. Cliffhanger and Future Teasers
Episode Conclusion ([41:12]):
The episode ends on a cliffhanger with unresolved tensions between Ava and Ariana, leaving listeners eager for the next installment.
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Conclusion: In this episode, Ben Mandelker and Ronnie Karam provide a thorough and entertaining recap of "Next Gen NYC" Episode 4, highlighting the complex and often strained relationships that drive the show's drama. Their insightful commentary, coupled with sharp humor, offers listeners both a deeper understanding of the characters and an engaging analysis of the unfolding storylines. For fans of Bravo's "Next Gen NYC" and followers of "Watch What Crappens," this episode delivers a compelling blend of critique and camaraderie, setting the stage for future discussions.
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