What's the Reality? – Love is Blind UK S2 Cast Chat & Perfect Match Drama with Juliette Porter

Host: AD (And Love Media)
Date: September 3, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode is a deep dive into love and heartbreak with the women of Love is Blind UK Season 2, the only successful couple from the show—Kieran and Megan—and reality TV fan favorite Juliette Porter joining to dish on her time with Perfect Match. The conversation covers behind-the-scenes dynamics, messy breakups after the cameras stopped rolling, pop-culture commentary, and an unfiltered breakdown of drama both onscreen and off.

Love is Blind UK S2: Cast Reunion & Reflections

[01:01–14:14]

Guests

• Barda
• Ashley
• Sarova
• Katisha

The Wedding Day Split-Second Decision – Barda & Jed

• Barda reveals her wedding day "no" was a last-minute, gut-driven choice.
  • “It was 100% in the moment… up until literally 24 hours before the wedding, nothing made me worry or change my mind.” (Barda, 03:01)
  • She tried to make it work post-show, but Jed chose his ex over her. “I was the only one that attempted. I was the only one that tried… He made no effort.” (Barda, 03:29)
  • Host consoles: “That’s so unfortunate. I’m so sorry that’s how that ended for you.” (Host, 04:07)

Ashley & Billie's Post-Wedding Breakup

• Ashley shares hopes were high—Billie said yes, she felt secure, but things fell apart quickly.
  • “As soon as we took it away from the aisle… he was cold and icy, distancing himself.” (Ashley, 04:35)
  • He refused to discuss moving in together. Abruptly ended the marriage at the three-month mark.
  • “He just walked away. He walked away with no fight… and that leaves us to now. We’re not in contact.” (Ashley, 06:01)
• On healing: “I didn’t want constant comms. I had to heal myself. And, you know, that’s where we’re at now… I’m way more resilient. I know exactly what I want, what I deserve.” (Ashley, 07:01)

Sarova & Cal: Red Flags and Reflections

• Watching the show back, Sarova recognizes signs Cal wasn’t committed (“went from calling me princess to using my name… should have been the opposite”). (Sarova, 07:42)
• “He actually, to this day, can’t say he was in love with me… I have text messages, the receipts.” (Sarova, 07:42)
• Disappointed in his lack of effort and “bizarre one liners” after their breakup (“Nothing lasts forever… you had it short and sweet, like I should be grateful”). (Sarova, 10:16)
• Sarova never got closure and cut off contact.

Katisha & Javin: Communication Breakdown

• Katisha reflects: “We tried to communicate, but he was kind of quite dismissive… he didn’t really prioritize me.” (Katisha, 11:28)
• On Javin’s infamous “photo booth with Sophie”: “No, we still don’t know… it was enough that he just stepped in as an engaged man.” (Katisha, 13:52)

Memorable Quote

“If everybody was on their best behavior, there would be no show.”
—Juliette, [36:32]

Only Love is Blind UK Couple Standing: Kieran & Megan

[14:20–22:31]

Life Post-Finale & Going Public

• Newlyweds reveal their joy: “Loving married life. Honestly, it’s been such a hoot.” (Megan, 14:26)
• On hiding their marriage before the finale aired, developing a fake backstory:
  “It was a bit strange hiding the marriage… obviously complete rubbish and lies to everyone. But it was cute.” (Kieran, 14:59)
• Megan’s attempt at disguise: “Meg’s been wearing a peroxide blonde wig… didn’t fully work.” (Kieran, 16:21)

Reflections on the Experiment

• Both admit they had doubts initially.
  • “I told my mum there’s no chance I get married on this show… but I was very wrong. Pleasantly surprised.” (Kieran, 17:28)
• The couple “did the process properly,” didn’t feel pressured, and prioritized connection.

What They’ve Learned

• “Nothing’s really changed… you’re an even better cook than I thought.” (Kieran, 20:31)
• “Just learning how much of a party animal Kieran is!” (Megan, 21:07)

Future Plans

• More traveling, career focus, “maybe a puppy soon,” and starting a family down the road.
  • “We’re very excited for that time in our lives, but for now, we just want to have loads more fun.” (Kieran, 21:37)

Perfect Match Tea with Juliette Porter

[23:37–45:10]

Returning to Reality TV

• Juliette opens up about being back: “I don’t know if I love that world anymore… it was fun, but kind of stressful. Two, three weeks in Tulum, it was a lot.” (Juliette, 24:33)
• Notes key difference between MTV and Netflix shows:
  • “You kind of build up a loyal fan base on TV consistently… Whereas with Perfect Match, it was like, take it or leave it.” (Juliette, 25:44)
  • Prefers long-running shows for opportunities to grow from mistakes.

Social Media & Handling Negativity

• Juliette candid about online backlash:
  • “I was a little rusty on the commentary… it’s too late for me to watch it now. I’ve mentally moved on.” (Juliette, 28:05)

Inside Perfect Match: Connections and Strategy

• On Daniel switching his match to Lucy: “There were times I felt like I should try to go after Daniel more, but I also didn’t want to step on anyone’s toes.” (Juliette, 30:20)
• About Clayton: “Oh, my God. No way. I did not fuck with him. I just didn’t want to leave the show like three episodes in.” (Juliette, 32:50)
• On Scott: “I actually did like Scott… our personalities clicked and I could see something happening. But there was only like five days left.” (Juliette, 34:11)
• Stirring the pot: “I walked back in holding hands with Carrington. I just felt like that was right. I was never actually going to pick Carrington, which was mean, but why are we taking it so seriously?” (Juliette, 36:32)
• Host’s perspective on her antics:
  • “You said, ‘Bitch, I’m bored… I need to turn it up, I’m so bored.’ And I was like, ‘Go off!’” (Host, 37:32)
• On being called “the real life Harley Quinn” by Scott:
  • “I did hear that. And I love that. And that checks out.” (Juliette, 35:40)

Dating Update & Life Post-Show

• “No baby, no engagement. I don’t have as much news. I’ve been traveling.” (Juliette, 24:10; 40:56)
• “I want to be able to travel with someone, go everywhere, do all the things… but it’s hard to build a relationship if you’re such a traveler.” (Juliette, 41:13)

Rapid-Fire Game: Would You Rather (Reality TV Edition)

• Strategy vs. feelings? “I’m gonna go with strategy—because I know I’ll win.” (Juliette, 42:17)
• Fan favorite vs. villain? “Fan favorite—because I can make more money that way…” (Juliette, 43:58)
• Love is Blind or Bachelor? “Maybe the Bachelor. Because a lot of guys, it’s just me, there’s no competition, everyone’s fighting for me.” (Juliette, 43:37)

(Unplanned) Closing Chaos

• Juliette’s fire alarm interrupts, forcing an abrupt ending.
  • “We are conducting a fire alarm… the fire department’s literally at my door.” (Juliette, 44:42)

Notable Quotes

"If everybody was on their best behavior, there would be no show."
—Juliette, 36:32

"I was the only one that's trying, the only one that's showing up for us. And there was no point in me trying."
—Barda, 03:29

“As soon as we took it away from the aisle… he was cold and icy, distancing himself.”
—Ashley, 04:35

“I feel like the women are always just better than the men. Fact.”
—Juliette, 29:51

"Meg’s been wearing a peroxide blonde wig as we've gone out places to try and not be recognized. Unfortunately, hasn’t fully worked."
—Kieran, 16:21

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Cast Introduction: [01:01–01:53]
• Barda's Wedding Reveal and Aftermath: [01:59–04:07]
• Ashley & Sarova's Breakup Stories: [04:14–11:07]
• Katisha/Javin, Red Flags, Photo Booth Speculation: [11:26–14:09]
• Kieran & Megan’s Insights on Love and Secrecy: [14:20–22:31]
• Perfect Match/Juliette Porter: Candid takes on TV drama, strategy, and villain vs. fan favorite: [23:37–45:10]
• Juliette’s “Harley Quinn” Moment: [35:40]
• Game Segment – Would You Rather (Reality TV Edition): [41:47–43:58]
• Juliette’s Fire Alarm Exit: [44:41–45:08]

Tone & Energy

The tone throughout is warm, supportive, occasionally spicy, and deeply candid. Host AD allows her guests to be vulnerable, vent about messy love lives, and laugh about reality TV chaos. Juliette brings wit and levity, even as she touches on mental health and the toll of public scrutiny—a signature balance for fans of modern "love culture" podcasts.

For New Listeners

You’ll find a trove of reality TV insights, honest relationship talk, and exclusive cast tea—including the only happy ending from Love is Blind UK S2, plenty of what-ifs, and Juliette’s iconic humor. It’s a fun, cathartic episode whether you’re heartbroken, healing, or just here for the drama.

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