Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date Update - Second Date Update PODCAST: One Star Date

Episode Date: January 15, 2020

This listener decides to try some reverse psychology on his first date. Instead of taking his date out to a fancy place, he takes her to the lowest rated restaurant in the area on Yelp. Surprisingly, it wasn't his choice of restaurant as to why he didn't get a call back!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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How are you? I'm good. How about you guys? Good. He sounds healthy, Jubal. Yeah, somehow. I don't know how. You know, I read your email for a second date update, and I like your idea of a first date.

We'll get into that, like I said, in a second. But first, tell us about the girl you want to call today. What's her name? Her name is Madeline. Madeline. All right. And what'd you like about Madeline? Well, basically, I'd been out with a group of friends and she was like in the group of

friends. We didn't really talk too much, but our mutual friend was telling me that she thought I was cute and I thought she was pretty cute so I got her number from the mutual friend and texted her and a few days later we set up a date. So what you liked about her is that she liked you first. Yeah. She thought I was hot. I mean it's a good start it's a good start. Your idea for a date was interesting how How did you decide to do that? I mean, first of all, tell everybody what it is, and then how did you decide to do it? Well, I was kind of tired of just, you know, the old dinner and a movie type thing. I wanted an experience, so I went and looked for the lowest rated restaurant I could find in the area on Yelp.

What? What? Why? That's a terrible strategy. Well, I mean, we were talking and we decided that like the traditional like nice dinners, five-star restaurants, one, they're crazy expensive, but two, they're kind of boring. Like you go to enough of those dates and they all kind of blend together and want to try something new.

Yeah. Anybody can try to have like a great meal on a first date, but nobody really tries to have a crappy meal. those dates and they all kind of blend together and wanted to try something new and yeah anybody can try to have like a great meal on a first date but nobody really tries to have a crappy meal i like that i like that idea yeah i was searching and searching on yelp for like at least an hour and i i found this like hole in a wall italian place like way on the outskirts of town like i'd never even been to this area before but it had like one and a half stars and just no good reviews on the entire thing that's so bad and did it deliver on its promise yeah it really did so what happened when you showed up at this horrible restaurant? Well, first off, we almost didn't show up because it's, like, not advertised on the street at all.

Like, we drove past it, like, five or six times just, like, trying to find this location. Oh, I hate that. Like, GPS says it's right here. Yeah. Like, we would pass by and the GPS would say, you're here, and then stop GPSing. And so we would just have to reset that. You're like, oh, it's actually literally this dumpster that we're standing in front of. There is this hole in this wall.

Yeah. I'm guessing since this was such a horribly rated restaurant on Yelp, there wasn't a long wait for you guys to get a table? No. We actually walked in when we finally found the place, and there was literally nobody there. There wasn't, like, a host or anybody in the actual place. And eventually a guy from the back walked out, and first off, he was, like, really uneasy.

He was like, oh, are you guys the cops? What? And we're like, no, we aren't the cops. This is actually pretty exciting. This is great. Yeah, yeah. That's a normal question whenever you walk into a restaurant, I think. That he patted you down to see if you were wired?

No. But then he was like, are you from the health department? Which is kind of got us a little freaked out about whether or not this food was okay. And you still decided to eat there. Well, we were committed at this point. Like, we had been talking about it, so we had to. But we were like, no, we're not from food was okay. And you still decided to eat there. Well, we were committed at this point. Like, we had been talking about it, so we had to. But we were like, no, we're not from the health department. And after that, he, like, really perked up.

And all of a sudden, he was like, oh, yeah, well, come on. Let me get you something. Okay, there you go. But then we're sitting there, and we're looking for what food we want to get. And we mentioned that it's our first date. And so he takes our menus and goes, oh, I got the perfect thing.

Oh, no. That means I got whatever's left in the freezer from whoever hasn't been here in so long. Yeah, so we're sitting there for like a few minutes just wondering what it could be. And he just comes out with a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs. Oh. And that's it. That was a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs oh and that's it that was

his big surprise spaghetti and meatballs this is a special thing apparently he's like proud of the meatballs like it's some family recipe or something like that but they were pretty run of the mill but heat up one's the frozen meatballs oh man So he actually sits down with us at the table. What? So kind of the rest of the meal is us talking to him. That's got to be nice on your first date, getting to know this weird restaurant owner. He sounds so happy to just have someone around. He needs to be socialized more, I think.

Yeah. So was she into it or was she annoyed by the end? I mean, I was taking it all in pretty good humor and I felt like she was laughing along pretty well, but I am calling you guys. So something went wrong. Did you get a kiss at the end of the evening or? No, there wasn't really an opportunity to be very romantic, but it felt like we had fun. I thought it was worth continuing getting to know each other. But, you know, maybe I'm wrong, I guess.

Hasn't really been responding to anything. All right. Well, we'll play a song and then come back and get your second date update. All right? All right. All right. Hang on. If you're just tuning in for today's second date update, Michael is on the phone.

And today he wants to call a girl named Madeline. They actually had one of the worst first dates ever, but on purpose. It wasn't a bad thing. They decided, as a joke, they would find the worst-rated restaurant on Yelp and go eat there, and they did, and it was a really weird experience. And then they went to a dive bar after, and you can't figure out why he's not getting a call back. All right, Michael, we're about to dial her phone number. Are you ready to go?

Yeah, yeah. A bit nervous, but excited. And you thought that, like, maybe the date ended up just being a little bit too much for her? I think so. I can't imagine anything else. I'm afraid I freaked her out. But, you know, I remember she was the one who first expressed interest in me. So I'm really in the dark here

Okay, you don't think maybe she got food poisoning and died do you died? Oh? She's not calling you back. That's my only the only thing I can think of it. She's gotta be dead One and a half stars not zero stars, okay? I'm gonna dial her phone number right now. Here we go, Michael. All right. Hello? Hi, may I speak to Madeline, please? This is she.

Hey, Madeline, how are you? This is Jubal from Brooke and Jubal in the morning. I think I made my payment this month already. Are you sure? Because I'm checking my records and I don't see a payment made. No, yeah, I mailed it like two days ago. I'm not a bill collector or anything else. This is Jubal from Brooke and Jubal in the morning.

It's a radio show. Oh. You have some weird bills, Madeline. I'm sorry. I get lots of weird phone calls. If you'd like to submit a payment to me, I would be more than willing to give you my information.

You can send a check. No, I never make too much money as it is. So what's up? I'm calling you today because we do a segment on our show called The Second Date Update. That's where if you go out on a date with somebody and then end up not calling them back after, they can email us to get you on the phone

and find out what happened. And Michael actually sent us an email wondering if we could get you on the phone and ask why you're not calling him back. Michael? Yeah, that's a pretty heavy sigh there, Madeline. Yeah, I'm a little frustrated with Michael at the moment. Oh.

Really? Can you tell us why? Well, it was just one of the most frustrating dates ever. Frustrating? Yes, frustrating. I don't know how else to describe it. Frustrating? Yes. Frustrating. I don't know how else to describe it. Frustrating. He said you guys laughed, you had fun, you connected.

Yeah, you know, I really didn't have the opportunity to connect with him because I was, like, panicking the whole time. You were panicking? Yes. Why? Why were you panicking? Yes. Why were you panicking? So, I don't know what he told you, but we went to this restaurant, like, way on the other side of town, which meant we were in the car for, like, 45 minutes each way.

Okay. And I think you can tell a lot about a person by the way they drive. And Michael is not a very good driver. Like, probably one of the worst drivers I have ever ridden with. Like, not road rage. Like, I don't mean that, you know. What did he do? Yeah, like what?

He gets just clueless behind the wheel. So wait, so he was an aggressive driver? No, no, not aggressive. Like, the exact opposite. Not aggressive enough. Like, jerking on the brakes really hard. Like, I'm, like, flopping back and forth in the seat when he's braking. Like, when we're trying to merge, he flows down instead of speeding up.

I swear we almost, like, hit three cars. Yeah. I can understand why you wouldn't want to go out with him again. The people that do that are so obnoxious. You were actually having road rage while in the car with the driver. Basically, I was trying to keep myself under control, but, like, you know, my foot's, like, pressed on the floorboard. Like, I'm the one driving, you know, like, oh, my God. So, wait, you liked him outside of that.

It's just you can't date somebody who drives like that. I mean, I liked him when I first kind of met him. We were all kind of hanging out with some friends, but I didn't really get a chance to talk to him. And so on our date, I was so preoccupied, like, anxious about getting back in the car with him for another 45 minutes after the meal was over. I couldn't think about anything else, you know? And then, like, I don't know, the restaurant guy sat down at the table and was talking. So, I mean, I have no idea if I like him or not anymore. I'm just, like, so terrified of him driving.

I mean, it makes sense. If you're going to date somebody, you're going to be in the car with them a lot. I guess you could drive all the time. I don't think it makes sense. You really think it reflects who he is as a person. I don't know. If he's that clueless and unaware, what does that mean about the other areas of his life that are not as important good question madeline and we should just ask him because he's actually on the other

line listening to this conversation and wants to talk to you michael are you still there yeah still here see oh my god i mean i'm genuinely sorry that you were scared, but I don't get how. I mean, I was going slow. I was, you know, checking all my blind spots. I was cautious. Yeah, that was the problem, Michael. We're going 30 miles an hour on the highway. Whoa.

What you're not thinking about is I'm also trying to impress you at the same time. Like, my mind is on the road, on my phone, and trying to get to know you. It's a lot of multitasking. Michael, I don't know what to tell you, okay? I mean, you're how old? You're supposed to be able to handle these things, like have a basic conversation and, you know, drive safely. I was driving safely safely i was going slow because i didn't want to freak you out i don't i'm shocked the irony have you ever been told that

you're a bad driver before michael no but i mean usually i'm driving by myself because i mean having a lot of people, it gets pretty distracting. Barely. It sounds like you get distracted easily. Yeah, I guess so, but we were driving on new streets and there was a lot going on that night. I was nervous about the restaurant too. I think you're

holding a lot of things against me that were just a one-time situational thing. Michael, listen. Don't you remember we got to the restaurant and I'm like, okay, GPS says we're here. I'm, like, pointing it out. And you're like, no. And I'm like, yes, it's right there.

There's a parking spot. And you're like, no, I think we should make the block. I'll be honest with you, Michael. I just really never wanted to hit somebody that much in my life. I wanted to hit you right then. I just wanted to get out of the car, you know? If I had known you were getting violent in your head, then, yep. I just can't believe the only thing Michael did wrong was drive.

Yeah, but... Look, I was in the car with him, not you. And when you're in the car for an hour and a half round trip with somebody who is that bad of a driver, you might consider taking your own life, too, okay? Oh, my God! Yeah. Okay. I feel you on that one, Madeline.

Okay, that's pretty overly dramatic, in my opinion. You're not going to take your own life because you're sitting in a passenger seat of the car with me, okay? Okay, right, all right. I'm just trying to make a point. It was terrifying. I mean, I'm still shaken up about it. Still. All right, then how about we go on another date and you drive?

That is a good solution. Madeline, would you like to go out with Michael again for a second date? We will pay for it. Not your gas money, though, but we will pay for the date. I mean, you said yourself that you were so distracted by his driving that you weren't even able to get to know who he was. That's true. But I'm just thinking about, like, if it were to work out, you know,

someday down the line he's going to be driving, and I just feel like, I don't know, that would just be, I don't know if I can handle it. Are you serious? So you won't go out with him again in case you ever have to drive with him. Madeline, you guys could become the public transit couple. You could just do Uber everywhere you go. You could just drive literally everywhere you go.

That's what I do in my relationship. Look, his driving just makes me a terrible person, apparently. And I don't want to be that person. So I just don't want to risk it. Okay? Alright. Wow. Okay. That's not good. Sorry, man. You know what would make you

feel better? Maybe go out for a long, slow drive. Very slow. And just make sure you're not in my neighborhood, okay? Oh, come on. Ugh, we're so done with New Year, New You. This year, it's more you on Bumble.

More of you shamelessly sending playlists, especially that one filled with show tunes. More of you finding Gemini's because you know you always like them. More of you dating with intention because you know what you want. And you know what? We love that for you. Someone else will too. Be more you this year

and find them on Bumble. Joel, the holidays are a blast, but the financial hangover, that can be a huge bummer. If you are out there and you're dreading the new statement email that reveals the massive balance that you may have racked up. Well, you could use our help. That's right. I'm Joel.

And I am Matt. And we're from the How To Money podcast. Our show is all about helping you make sense of your personal finances so you can ditch your pesky credit card debt once and for all, make real progress on other crucial financial goals that you've got, and just feel more in control of your money in general. You know it. For money advice without the judgment and jargon, listen to How to Money on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Jon Stewart is back at The Daily Show, and he's bringing his signature wit and insight

straight to your ears with The Daily Show Ears Edition Podcast. podcast dive into john's unique take on the biggest topics in politics entertainment sports and more joined by the sharp voices of the show's correspondents and contributors and with extended interviews and exclusive weekly headline roundups this podcast gives you content you won't find anywhere else ready to laugh and stay informed listen on the iheartartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.