Second Date Update: Surprise Surprise
Aug 10, 2026 · 18m
Summary
Brooke and Jeffrey help listener Wesley, who was ghosted by Ramona after a romantic first date involving rose petals and a cooking class. They call Ramona, who claims Wesley body-shamed her via text. Wesley clarifies he meant "big forehead kisses," not that she has a large forehead. Despite the hosts' efforts to reconcile the misunderstanding, Ramona refuses to unblock him or give him another chance.
Topics discussed
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Intro: AI deepfakes and listener comments
Discussion on surprise dates and first date nerves
Wesley's story: Rose petals, cooking class, and ghosting
Recap of Wesley's romantic date before the call
Calling Ramona: She claims Wesley is an a-hole
The accusation: Body shaming over a text message
The misunderstanding: 'Big forehead kisses' explained
Failed mediation: Ramona refuses to unblock Wesley
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Post-call analysis: Miscommunication and closure
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