Listen "Second Date Update – Effort Required"
Episode Synopsis
1. BACKSTORY: BRETT’S SIDEBrett reports he had a great dinner with Alicia.He paid, acted like a gentleman, and felt the conversation was normal and smooth.No arguments, awkward moments, or red flags — yet communication fizzled afterward.They've been playing phone tag with no actual connection.He doesn’t understand why she’s gone quiet.Hosts call Alicia, and she answers. 2. BRINGING IN ALICIAHosts greet Alicia and ask permission to talk on-air.Alicia confirms she knows it’s about a date with Brett.Hosts share Brett’s take: he likes her and wants to see her again. 3. ALICIA’S REASONS FOR BACKING OFFMain issue: Alicia says Brett hasn’t shown any real effort after the date.Details:No flowers, chocolates, small gifts, or gestures.Doesn’t like or comment on her very active Instagram posts.Feels he’s not giving her the attention she deserves.She interprets his lack of online engagement as lack of interest.Hosts ask for clarification:She says he could have sent something to her office.She also didn’t like that he asked, “Are you busy Thursday?” instead of making clear, intentional plans.She sees that as lazy. 4. BRETT JOINS THE CALLBrett is surprised and a bit shocked at her expectations.He apologizes if he made her feel unimportant.He explains he was trying to make plans by checking her availability.Alicia calls that an excuse and insists he wasn’t making “real plans.”Hosts attempt to mediate, pointing out that Brett is clearly trying—he even called them for help.Alicia finds that a little “desperate,” but acknowledges it shows effort. 5. DEFINING THE EXPECTATIONSHosts ask Alicia to clearly explain what Brett must do to earn a second date.Alicia: he needs to show more effort — attention, interest, meaningful actions.Hosts ask if Brett’s steps so far count: she says it’s “a step in the right direction,” but not enough on its own.Brett confirms he still wants to see her again. 6. NEGOTIATING A SECOND DATEAlicia agrees to try again—but Brett must prove he deserves another chance.Brett jokingly asks if he should mail her a formal invitation.Alicia says she just wants evidence he’s genuinely interested.Hosts propose a solution:They’ll help Brett plan a solid date.They’ll pick a great location.The show will pay for it.Both agree.Alicia adds: he should also like a couple of her Instagram photos.Brett reluctantly agrees.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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