1 00:00:02,000 --> 00:00:07,000 Downloaded from YTS.MX 2 00:00:08,000 --> 00:00:13,000 Official YIFY movies site: YTS.MX 3 00:00:12,012 --> 00:00:15,015 [peppy music playing] 4 00:00:15,015 --> 00:00:18,018 MADDIE: Good morning, L.A. You’re listening to 5 00:00:18,018 --> 00:00:20,229 On the Move with Maddie McKenzie. 6 00:00:20,229 --> 00:00:23,148 Temperatures are pushing 85, and traffic is, 7 00:00:23,148 --> 00:00:26,318 well, bumper to bumper as usual on the 101. 8 00:00:26,318 --> 00:00:28,320 But we’re still here to bring you the lowdown 9 00:00:28,320 --> 00:00:30,697 of what’s happening in the City of Angels. 10 00:00:30,697 --> 00:00:33,158 As always, I’m joined in the studio 11 00:00:33,158 --> 00:00:35,035 with my producer Bea Brooks, 12 00:00:35,035 --> 00:00:37,246 and for the next two weeks, we’re coming at you live 13 00:00:37,246 --> 00:00:40,666 from beautiful Silver Lake in central L.A., 14 00:00:40,666 --> 00:00:44,795 home to the first Hollywood movie studio in 1909 15 00:00:44,795 --> 00:00:47,047 and still one of the best places 16 00:00:47,047 --> 00:00:49,883 to catch a celebrity enjoying some downtime. 17 00:00:49,883 --> 00:00:51,802 It’s a beautiful day to be out, 18 00:00:51,802 --> 00:00:53,262 so if you see our mobile studio, 19 00:00:53,262 --> 00:00:55,222 give me and Bea a wave. 20 00:00:55,222 --> 00:00:57,099 And on the flip side of this, 21 00:00:57,099 --> 00:00:59,893 we’re talking online dating. 22 00:00:59,893 --> 00:01:02,354 This is lifestyle news with Maddie McKenzie 23 00:01:02,354 --> 00:01:05,983 for everyone out there, baby boomers to Gen Z. 24 00:01:05,983 --> 00:01:08,902 [chimes play] 25 00:01:08,902 --> 00:01:12,030 [sighs] Hey, how was your date last night? 26 00:01:12,030 --> 00:01:15,492 Oh, almost as good as this is gonna taste. 27 00:01:15,492 --> 00:01:17,160 - High praise. - Ehh. 28 00:01:17,160 --> 00:01:20,580 You know, single guys always have single friends, 29 00:01:20,580 --> 00:01:22,874 and we should so be double-dating. 30 00:01:22,874 --> 00:01:24,918 Shows before bros, Bea. 31 00:01:24,918 --> 00:01:26,586 [scoffs] 32 00:01:26,586 --> 00:01:28,171 All work and no play. 33 00:01:28,171 --> 00:01:31,466 Look, when the right guy comes along, I will know it, 34 00:01:31,466 --> 00:01:33,844 and I will not need a dating app to find him. 35 00:01:33,844 --> 00:01:35,387 Besides, after all the work 36 00:01:35,387 --> 00:01:37,431 that I’ve been doing for this show, modern dating 37 00:01:37,431 --> 00:01:40,309 seems like a headache I can totally do without. 38 00:01:40,309 --> 00:01:44,104 Well, as your producer, I admire your dedication. 39 00:01:44,104 --> 00:01:45,230 Thank you. 40 00:01:45,230 --> 00:01:46,315 But as your best friend, 41 00:01:46,315 --> 00:01:48,066 I do wish you would just... 42 00:01:48,066 --> 00:01:49,943 cut loose a little bit. 43 00:01:49,943 --> 00:01:52,696 And I don’t mean reading an extra chapter of your book 44 00:01:52,696 --> 00:01:55,073 before bed tonight. [laughs] 45 00:01:55,073 --> 00:01:58,327 I’ve had my heart broken too many times in this city. 46 00:01:58,327 --> 00:02:00,787 Not everyone can find true love in L.A. 47 00:02:00,787 --> 00:02:02,831 - You never know. - [chimes ring] 48 00:02:02,831 --> 00:02:04,207 Online dating. 49 00:02:04,207 --> 00:02:06,084 We want to hear from you, Angelinos. 50 00:02:06,084 --> 00:02:09,254 I want to know your best and worst experiences, 51 00:02:09,254 --> 00:02:11,673 the good, the bad, and the ugly, 52 00:02:11,673 --> 00:02:15,010 from cocky Casanovas to crafty catfishers. 53 00:02:15,010 --> 00:02:18,263 Bea, you’ve got some experience with this, don’t you? 54 00:02:18,263 --> 00:02:21,266 Oh, yes. I could tell you some stories, Maddie, 55 00:02:21,266 --> 00:02:24,061 but let’s save it until we’re off the mic. 56 00:02:24,061 --> 00:02:25,812 Party pooper. 57 00:02:25,812 --> 00:02:28,273 Now, I know you’re a skeptic when it comes to this, 58 00:02:28,273 --> 00:02:31,109 but I want to get your take on a new dating app. 59 00:02:31,109 --> 00:02:32,486 Yet another? 60 00:02:32,486 --> 00:02:33,862 It’s called TripleDate. 61 00:02:33,862 --> 00:02:35,530 It was developed right here in L.A., 62 00:02:35,530 --> 00:02:38,408 and it’s already got a lot of test users in the city. 63 00:02:38,408 --> 00:02:40,535 It’s been getting some real interesting attention 64 00:02:40,535 --> 00:02:41,536 on social media. 65 00:02:41,536 --> 00:02:43,372 How interesting. 66 00:02:43,372 --> 00:02:46,583 Get this. TripleDate claims that it can find you 67 00:02:46,583 --> 00:02:50,712 true and everlasting love in-- Are you ready for this? 68 00:02:50,712 --> 00:02:52,631 - Go ahead. - Three dates. 69 00:02:52,631 --> 00:02:55,300 Okay, that is clearly insane. 70 00:02:55,300 --> 00:02:56,927 Well, according to its designer, 71 00:02:56,927 --> 00:02:59,846 the app has a revolutionary A.I. algorithm 72 00:02:59,846 --> 00:03:02,057 that is always one step ahead of the user 73 00:03:02,057 --> 00:03:04,643 and evolves as you put information into it. 74 00:03:04,643 --> 00:03:07,312 So you’re trying to tell me that the app knows 75 00:03:07,312 --> 00:03:09,189 who you want to date before you do? 76 00:03:09,189 --> 00:03:10,315 Pretty much. 77 00:03:10,315 --> 00:03:12,526 [laughs] And who is this designer? 78 00:03:12,526 --> 00:03:14,111 His name’s John Reed. 79 00:03:14,111 --> 00:03:17,239 You might recognize him from some of his online videos. 80 00:03:17,239 --> 00:03:19,950 He was the one that programmed his microwave 81 00:03:19,950 --> 00:03:21,910 to play the national anthem. 82 00:03:21,910 --> 00:03:23,829 - Classy. - [laughs] 83 00:03:23,829 --> 00:03:25,872 I mean, it got 2 million views. 84 00:03:25,872 --> 00:03:28,959 Yeah, well, something tells me I’m not in his demographic. 85 00:03:28,959 --> 00:03:30,710 Well, the real question is, 86 00:03:30,710 --> 00:03:33,171 do our listeners believe in this app’s 87 00:03:33,171 --> 00:03:35,590 three-date, true-love guarantee? 88 00:03:35,590 --> 00:03:37,217 [music playing] 89 00:03:39,136 --> 00:03:40,720 [typing] 90 00:03:52,566 --> 00:03:53,984 John! 91 00:03:53,984 --> 00:03:55,068 - Hey! - [music stops] 92 00:03:55,068 --> 00:03:57,320 - Mom just called. - She okay? 93 00:03:57,320 --> 00:04:02,909 She’s fine. But you know that radio show that she loves? 94 00:04:02,909 --> 00:04:05,579 MADDIE: I get it. Everyone dates online these days. 95 00:04:05,579 --> 00:04:08,039 But whatever happened to good, old-fashioned, 96 00:04:08,039 --> 00:04:09,624 face-to-face conversation? 97 00:04:09,624 --> 00:04:11,751 This John Reed guy sounds like he should really 98 00:04:11,751 --> 00:04:13,295 just stick to musical microwaves. 99 00:04:13,295 --> 00:04:15,130 BEA: Tell me what you really think, Maddie. 100 00:04:15,130 --> 00:04:16,923 Did we just get roasted by Maddie McKenzie? 101 00:04:16,923 --> 00:04:18,675 MADDIE: This TripleDate is clearly 102 00:04:18,675 --> 00:04:20,469 either a joke or a con. 103 00:04:20,469 --> 00:04:21,553 Like that, you mean? 104 00:04:21,553 --> 00:04:23,513 But tell me what you think. 105 00:04:23,513 --> 00:04:25,724 Remember, we’re here broadcasting live 106 00:04:25,724 --> 00:04:28,602 from Silver Lake all week. We’re looking to hear from-- 107 00:04:28,602 --> 00:04:30,562 - [turns off] - I hate to say it, 108 00:04:30,562 --> 00:04:33,106 but she probably speaks for a lot of people. 109 00:04:33,106 --> 00:04:35,358 TripleDate is amazing, 110 00:04:35,358 --> 00:04:38,653 but it does sound too good to be true. 111 00:04:38,653 --> 00:04:42,365 That’s because nobody’s ever done anything like this before. 112 00:04:42,365 --> 00:04:46,244 Yes, but we’re over a week away from the national launch, 113 00:04:46,244 --> 00:04:49,331 and we still haven’t secured an investment partner! 114 00:04:49,331 --> 00:04:50,999 All right. 115 00:04:50,999 --> 00:04:52,542 Level with me. 116 00:04:52,542 --> 00:04:54,252 How are we looking financially? 117 00:04:54,252 --> 00:04:57,714 We have enough money to make it to the launch of the app. 118 00:04:57,714 --> 00:04:59,799 - That’s only a week away. - Mm-hmm. 119 00:04:59,799 --> 00:05:01,218 What happens after that? 120 00:05:01,218 --> 00:05:03,053 There is no after that. 121 00:05:03,053 --> 00:05:06,640 Seriously? Why didn’t you tell me? 122 00:05:06,640 --> 00:05:09,351 Since when did a big brother listen to his sister? 123 00:05:10,894 --> 00:05:13,146 Okay. Wh-What can I do? 124 00:05:14,397 --> 00:05:15,732 You and I know 125 00:05:15,732 --> 00:05:17,984 that you created this app for a good reason. 126 00:05:17,984 --> 00:05:21,154 We just need the rest of the world to believe it, 127 00:05:21,154 --> 00:05:23,823 and they need to get behind somebody that they can trust. 128 00:05:23,823 --> 00:05:25,617 Well, I made a bunch of funny videos 129 00:05:25,617 --> 00:05:26,701 that people loved, right? 130 00:05:26,701 --> 00:05:28,954 I mean, that raised our profile. 131 00:05:28,954 --> 00:05:31,122 Financial backers are looking for something 132 00:05:31,122 --> 00:05:34,834 a little more substantial than star-spangled French fries. 133 00:05:34,834 --> 00:05:38,380 You need to make them believe that this is a serious company 134 00:05:38,380 --> 00:05:41,341 and that you’re serious about it. 135 00:05:41,341 --> 00:05:42,842 Right. 136 00:05:44,553 --> 00:05:48,014 - I’ve got a great idea. - John. 137 00:05:48,014 --> 00:05:51,476 Looks like a lovely day for a run around the neighborhood. 138 00:05:51,476 --> 00:05:53,478 What are you planning? 139 00:05:53,478 --> 00:05:55,146 What are you planning? 140 00:05:55,146 --> 00:05:57,983 Whatever you do, if you could just please-- 141 00:05:57,983 --> 00:06:00,402 just run it by me first. 142 00:06:00,402 --> 00:06:02,404 [music playing] 143 00:06:06,491 --> 00:06:09,327 I don’t care how advanced 144 00:06:09,327 --> 00:06:11,037 your technology and hardware is. 145 00:06:11,037 --> 00:06:14,291 You can’t reduce relationships to binary code. 146 00:06:14,291 --> 00:06:17,294 Well, that rant was only five minutes. 147 00:06:17,294 --> 00:06:18,670 Next you’ll be telling us 148 00:06:18,670 --> 00:06:21,381 you have a real strong opinion on this. 149 00:06:21,381 --> 00:06:23,466 [laughs] 150 00:06:23,466 --> 00:06:26,011 [chimes ring] 151 00:06:26,011 --> 00:06:27,929 [soft music playing] 152 00:06:38,356 --> 00:06:41,109 And we’ve got our first caller. 153 00:06:41,109 --> 00:06:43,445 Dave, you’re on the line. 154 00:06:43,445 --> 00:06:44,821 Hi, Maddie? 155 00:06:44,821 --> 00:06:46,948 First-time caller. Big fan of the show. 156 00:06:46,948 --> 00:06:49,034 And I’ve gotta say that you are so right 157 00:06:49,034 --> 00:06:50,452 about these dating apps. 158 00:06:50,452 --> 00:06:52,329 I’ve been on dozens of online dates, 159 00:06:52,329 --> 00:06:54,748 and I don’t want to think about how much it’s cost me, 160 00:06:54,748 --> 00:06:57,542 and I’m still no nearer to finding the one. [laughs] 161 00:07:00,420 --> 00:07:02,130 Uh, but while we’re talking, 162 00:07:02,130 --> 00:07:03,840 I-I don’t suppose you’re single, Maddie. 163 00:07:03,840 --> 00:07:05,759 Oh. Thank you, Dave. 164 00:07:05,759 --> 00:07:08,428 I’m flattered, but I’m gonna have to cut you off there. 165 00:07:08,428 --> 00:07:11,723 And now we’re transitioning to the news. 166 00:07:11,723 --> 00:07:14,684 - [news jingle plays] - Hey, can I help? 167 00:07:14,684 --> 00:07:17,562 Hi. Yeah, I’m a big fan of the show, 168 00:07:17,562 --> 00:07:19,147 and I was just listening to it. 169 00:07:19,147 --> 00:07:20,940 I know Maddie was asking for callers, 170 00:07:20,940 --> 00:07:23,026 but, uh, I was passing by, 171 00:07:23,026 --> 00:07:25,111 and I’ve got quite a bit of experience 172 00:07:25,111 --> 00:07:26,738 in the world of online dating. 173 00:07:26,738 --> 00:07:29,199 Really? Is that where I know you from? 174 00:07:29,199 --> 00:07:30,408 Maybe. 175 00:07:30,408 --> 00:07:33,078 You look really familiar. 176 00:07:33,078 --> 00:07:35,372 Well, I mean, I also live around... 177 00:07:35,372 --> 00:07:36,831 the neighborhood. 178 00:07:36,831 --> 00:07:38,792 Okay, one second. 179 00:07:43,004 --> 00:07:44,089 Who’s the guy? 180 00:07:44,089 --> 00:07:46,257 A listener, apparently. 181 00:07:46,257 --> 00:07:49,177 Who has a lot of experience with online dating. 182 00:07:49,177 --> 00:07:50,512 Did you do a preinterview? 183 00:07:50,512 --> 00:07:52,180 - Yeah. - Bea, come on. 184 00:07:52,180 --> 00:07:53,932 You know I don’t like when there’s a guest 185 00:07:53,932 --> 00:07:55,558 in the studio, I don’t have any notes. 186 00:07:55,558 --> 00:07:59,020 Maddie, you and I have known each other since high school. 187 00:07:59,020 --> 00:08:01,815 In all those years, have I ever steered you wrong? 188 00:08:01,815 --> 00:08:03,525 - Really? - [sighs] 189 00:08:03,525 --> 00:08:05,485 Okay, repeatedly, but that’s not the point. 190 00:08:05,485 --> 00:08:09,322 The point is, for the show, I know what’s best, okay? 191 00:08:09,322 --> 00:08:10,615 Okay. 192 00:08:12,242 --> 00:08:13,451 - Good to go. - Yeah? 193 00:08:13,451 --> 00:08:15,245 - What’s your name? - Oh. John. 194 00:08:15,245 --> 00:08:16,663 I’m Bea. Follow me. 195 00:08:17,747 --> 00:08:19,416 John, this is Maddie McKenzie. 196 00:08:19,416 --> 00:08:20,583 - Hi. - Maddie, John. 197 00:08:20,583 --> 00:08:22,127 Thanks for letting me on your show. 198 00:08:22,127 --> 00:08:24,170 Oh, no problem. Here. Take a seat. 199 00:08:24,170 --> 00:08:25,630 - Okay. - So you’ve got something 200 00:08:25,630 --> 00:08:27,215 to say about online dating? 201 00:08:27,215 --> 00:08:29,050 I think so. For starters-- 202 00:08:29,050 --> 00:08:31,010 Oh, let’s, uh, save it for the air. 203 00:08:31,010 --> 00:08:31,970 Oh, I will. 204 00:08:36,599 --> 00:08:38,268 And we’re back. 205 00:08:38,268 --> 00:08:41,396 Talking about online dating and dating apps. 206 00:08:41,396 --> 00:08:42,731 Joining us in the studio 207 00:08:42,731 --> 00:08:45,859 is a listener with some experience on this. 208 00:08:45,859 --> 00:08:47,068 Hi, L.A. 209 00:08:47,068 --> 00:08:49,279 I heard you talking about TripleDate. 210 00:08:49,279 --> 00:08:50,613 Oh! You know it? 211 00:08:50,613 --> 00:08:52,657 - I know the designer, too. - John Reed. 212 00:08:52,657 --> 00:08:54,451 What do you think he’d make of today’s show? 213 00:08:54,451 --> 00:08:57,162 Well, I think that he’d want to speak to you in person. 214 00:08:57,162 --> 00:08:59,539 In fact, he’d probably talk his way past your producer 215 00:08:59,539 --> 00:09:02,083 by telling her he was a big fan of the show 216 00:09:02,083 --> 00:09:04,419 and then sit in this exact chair. 217 00:09:05,628 --> 00:09:07,380 [mouths words] 218 00:09:07,380 --> 00:09:10,008 Pleased to make your acquaintance, Maddie McKenzie. 219 00:09:10,008 --> 00:09:12,552 And yours. John Reed? 220 00:09:12,552 --> 00:09:14,637 Hello again, Los Angeles. 221 00:09:15,722 --> 00:09:17,390 All right, let’s do this. 222 00:09:17,390 --> 00:09:20,185 Mr. Reed, you claim to find users true love 223 00:09:20,185 --> 00:09:22,729 in three dates. You can’t be serious. 224 00:09:22,729 --> 00:09:24,939 JOHN: Well, Ms. McKenzie, if you’re gonna stand out, 225 00:09:24,939 --> 00:09:27,400 you need to offer something no one else can. 226 00:09:27,400 --> 00:09:29,486 MADDIE: Okay, so how does it work? 227 00:09:29,486 --> 00:09:32,322 First you take our unique personality quiz. 228 00:09:32,322 --> 00:09:34,157 Then you’re matched up with someone. 229 00:09:34,157 --> 00:09:37,076 If you both accept, that’s date one. 230 00:09:37,076 --> 00:09:38,828 Our app even suggests an activity 231 00:09:38,828 --> 00:09:41,164 based on your personalities. 232 00:09:41,164 --> 00:09:43,416 Doesn’t sound revolutionary. 233 00:09:43,416 --> 00:09:45,710 Well, the revolution is in the technology, 234 00:09:45,710 --> 00:09:48,254 but judging by the things you’ve been saying, 235 00:09:48,254 --> 00:09:51,132 I don’t think technology is your field of expertise. 236 00:09:51,132 --> 00:09:53,885 And what do you think my field of expertise is? 237 00:09:53,885 --> 00:09:55,887 Oh, I don’t know. Jumping to conclusions? 238 00:09:55,887 --> 00:09:58,389 Doesn’t every new app claim it’s got 239 00:09:58,389 --> 00:10:00,141 some fancy tech that makes it unique? 240 00:10:00,141 --> 00:10:02,727 Well, if you’re so convinced that TripleDate is a con, 241 00:10:02,727 --> 00:10:05,104 like you said, why don’t you join the test group? 242 00:10:05,104 --> 00:10:06,147 [laughs] 243 00:10:06,147 --> 00:10:08,483 That’s an amazing idea. 244 00:10:08,483 --> 00:10:11,486 Maddie, you’re single and ready to mingle right now. 245 00:10:11,486 --> 00:10:12,737 Shocking. 246 00:10:14,239 --> 00:10:16,282 But if your app is in the test phase, 247 00:10:16,282 --> 00:10:18,451 then that’s not a lot of users to link with. 248 00:10:18,451 --> 00:10:20,787 How is anyone supposed to find their ideal match? 249 00:10:20,787 --> 00:10:23,832 Well, we’ve already got 10,000 users in the L.A. area, 250 00:10:23,832 --> 00:10:25,708 and obviously they have something in common, 251 00:10:25,708 --> 00:10:27,001 because they were all adventurous enough 252 00:10:27,001 --> 00:10:28,753 to sign up to begin with. 253 00:10:28,753 --> 00:10:31,589 I’m guessing you’ve already found your soul mate, John. 254 00:10:31,589 --> 00:10:33,299 Well... 255 00:10:33,299 --> 00:10:34,467 no, not exactly. 256 00:10:34,467 --> 00:10:36,219 Shocking. 257 00:10:36,219 --> 00:10:37,470 BEA: It gets better. 258 00:10:37,470 --> 00:10:39,138 Okay, but Maddie should definitely 259 00:10:39,138 --> 00:10:41,474 give TripleDate a try, since she’s so desperate 260 00:10:41,474 --> 00:10:42,934 to prove it doesn’t work. 261 00:10:42,934 --> 00:10:44,853 MADDIE: I don’t think anyone wants to hear me 262 00:10:44,853 --> 00:10:46,187 navigating the L.A. dating scene 263 00:10:46,187 --> 00:10:47,522 with your app as my guide. 264 00:10:49,858 --> 00:10:52,902 Actually, Maddie, I think they might. 265 00:10:52,902 --> 00:10:56,656 We’re getting a lot of social media buzz right now. 266 00:10:56,656 --> 00:10:59,492 767 tweets already? 267 00:10:59,492 --> 00:11:03,621 780? I think our listeners want you to give this a go. 268 00:11:03,621 --> 00:11:05,331 See? 269 00:11:05,331 --> 00:11:06,332 Both of you. 270 00:11:06,332 --> 00:11:07,542 - What? - What? 271 00:11:07,542 --> 00:11:09,294 So why don’t you go home 272 00:11:09,294 --> 00:11:10,795 and fill out your profiles tonight 273 00:11:10,795 --> 00:11:13,464 and then come back on tomorrow’s show. 274 00:11:13,464 --> 00:11:15,758 I already have a title for this. 275 00:11:15,758 --> 00:11:17,802 "The Three-Date Challenge." 276 00:11:17,802 --> 00:11:20,430 Okay, you know we’re on air right now, right? 277 00:11:20,430 --> 00:11:22,307 Like, people are actually listening? 278 00:11:22,307 --> 00:11:24,100 - Uh-huh. - I’m game if you are. 279 00:11:27,145 --> 00:11:29,981 And I can say whatever I’d like about your app? 280 00:11:29,981 --> 00:11:31,107 Sure. 281 00:11:37,405 --> 00:11:40,408 All right. You’ve got yourself a deal, John Reed. 282 00:11:46,915 --> 00:11:48,041 Great show. 283 00:11:50,668 --> 00:11:52,462 BEA: Well, for the record, 284 00:11:52,462 --> 00:11:54,881 that was a fantastic interview, 285 00:11:54,881 --> 00:11:56,507 and it’s got us buzzing big time 286 00:11:56,507 --> 00:11:58,176 on social media right now. 287 00:11:58,176 --> 00:12:01,137 This is exactly what we need to get our numbers up. 288 00:12:01,137 --> 00:12:03,473 You never cared about our ratings before. 289 00:12:03,473 --> 00:12:04,933 I’m a producer. 290 00:12:04,933 --> 00:12:06,476 I’m always worried about ratings. 291 00:12:06,476 --> 00:12:07,936 - I just don’t tell you. - Okay. 292 00:12:07,936 --> 00:12:10,229 But now you are? 293 00:12:10,229 --> 00:12:14,734 All right. I was waiting for a better moment, but... 294 00:12:14,734 --> 00:12:16,611 Max Kenton, our station CEO, 295 00:12:16,611 --> 00:12:19,238 has emailed all the network producers. 296 00:12:19,238 --> 00:12:20,740 And? 297 00:12:20,740 --> 00:12:23,910 He’s got an open slot for national syndication! 298 00:12:23,910 --> 00:12:26,120 - Bea, are you serious? - Yes! 299 00:12:26,120 --> 00:12:28,623 If this happens, everything changes for us. 300 00:12:28,623 --> 00:12:30,249 - Oh, my gosh. - We can finally have 301 00:12:30,249 --> 00:12:32,752 the show we’ve always dreamed since college. 302 00:12:32,752 --> 00:12:34,462 I mean, we could have a proper studio... 303 00:12:34,462 --> 00:12:35,922 - Yes. - and you could even have 304 00:12:35,922 --> 00:12:37,757 that book review segment you’ve always wanted. 305 00:12:37,757 --> 00:12:40,760 Oh, "A Reading Frenzy with Maddie McKenzie." 306 00:12:40,760 --> 00:12:44,305 Okay, well, that title definitely needs work, but... 307 00:12:44,305 --> 00:12:45,890 So in order to get that, 308 00:12:45,890 --> 00:12:47,976 I need to spend more time with John Reed? 309 00:12:47,976 --> 00:12:50,061 Eh... 310 00:12:50,061 --> 00:12:51,938 Okay, I guess we gotta go for it. 311 00:12:51,938 --> 00:12:53,231 [squeals] 312 00:12:53,231 --> 00:12:55,274 [laughs] 313 00:12:55,274 --> 00:12:57,986 Finally my folks can be proud of me. 314 00:12:57,986 --> 00:12:59,821 Come on, Bea. They already are. 315 00:12:59,821 --> 00:13:02,949 Yeah, but being a small-time local radio producer 316 00:13:02,949 --> 00:13:06,494 isn’t exactly exciting news. 317 00:13:06,494 --> 00:13:08,997 Being a nationally syndicated radio producer, 318 00:13:08,997 --> 00:13:12,375 on the other hand, now, that’s a story. 319 00:13:12,375 --> 00:13:14,711 Do you remember our college radio show? 320 00:13:14,711 --> 00:13:17,171 Oh, yes. The 2 A.M. slot. 321 00:13:17,171 --> 00:13:19,257 I think we had a peak of about, 322 00:13:19,257 --> 00:13:22,593 uh, five listeners that one time. 323 00:13:22,593 --> 00:13:28,558 National syndication could multiply that by a million. 324 00:13:28,558 --> 00:13:30,226 We can do this. 325 00:13:30,226 --> 00:13:32,979 [gasps] There is one other thing, though. 326 00:13:32,979 --> 00:13:34,272 What? 327 00:13:34,272 --> 00:13:36,774 I heard a rumor from Max Kenton’s P.A. 328 00:13:36,774 --> 00:13:38,151 that he might be axing 329 00:13:38,151 --> 00:13:41,112 some of the less popular shows altogether. 330 00:13:41,112 --> 00:13:45,825 Okay. Well, then better download this app. 331 00:13:45,825 --> 00:13:47,368 [squeals] 332 00:13:48,703 --> 00:13:49,996 National syndication. 333 00:13:49,996 --> 00:13:51,372 BEA: Are you kidding me? 334 00:13:51,372 --> 00:13:54,000 And we’ll be going live across the country 335 00:13:54,000 --> 00:13:56,711 in just a few days. Mm-hmm. 336 00:13:56,711 --> 00:13:58,004 Hold one moment, please. 337 00:13:59,589 --> 00:14:00,798 John. 338 00:14:00,798 --> 00:14:02,842 I heard you on the radio. 339 00:14:02,842 --> 00:14:04,635 And I hate to admit it, 340 00:14:04,635 --> 00:14:08,139 but one of your stunts has finally paid off! 341 00:14:08,139 --> 00:14:11,225 I’m sorry. I didn’t quite catch that. 342 00:14:11,225 --> 00:14:16,564 Did you just say your big brother was awesome? 343 00:14:16,564 --> 00:14:21,611 Yes! We have had a 500% increase in web traffic, 344 00:14:21,611 --> 00:14:24,030 and the phone has been ringing nonstop. 345 00:14:24,030 --> 00:14:25,364 Really? 346 00:14:25,364 --> 00:14:28,409 You and Maddie McKenzie are a hit together. 347 00:14:28,409 --> 00:14:30,453 Well, didn’t we just argue? 348 00:14:30,453 --> 00:14:31,996 And people loved it. 349 00:14:31,996 --> 00:14:34,207 You’re going back to do the Three-Date Challenge. 350 00:14:34,207 --> 00:14:36,751 Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no. That is not happening. 351 00:14:36,751 --> 00:14:38,836 I was just making a joke. 352 00:14:38,836 --> 00:14:42,465 John, if we don’t get financial backing for TripleDate, 353 00:14:42,465 --> 00:14:44,175 we will be the joke. 354 00:14:45,426 --> 00:14:47,011 [sighs] 355 00:14:47,011 --> 00:14:49,639 You’ve already signed everything you own into this, 356 00:14:49,639 --> 00:14:51,265 and if we want this app to work, 357 00:14:51,265 --> 00:14:53,101 we need exposure. 358 00:14:53,101 --> 00:14:56,229 And Maddie McKenzie can provide it. 359 00:14:56,229 --> 00:14:58,439 Does it have to be her? 360 00:14:58,439 --> 00:15:01,567 She is a professional, and she comes across as one. 361 00:15:01,567 --> 00:15:03,736 You could learn from that. 362 00:15:03,736 --> 00:15:05,363 Ohh! 363 00:15:05,363 --> 00:15:07,365 Harsh. 364 00:15:07,365 --> 00:15:09,158 Hi. So I’m back. 365 00:15:09,158 --> 00:15:10,159 Ow. 366 00:15:10,159 --> 00:15:11,911 I’m on the phone. 367 00:15:11,911 --> 00:15:13,246 [mouths word] 368 00:15:13,246 --> 00:15:14,247 Mm-hmm. 369 00:15:14,247 --> 00:15:16,749 [music playing] 370 00:15:23,339 --> 00:15:25,466 That Maddie McKenzie’s right. 371 00:15:25,466 --> 00:15:28,761 My son spends months developing a dating app, 372 00:15:28,761 --> 00:15:31,305 - yet doesn’t use it. - [laughs] 373 00:15:31,305 --> 00:15:32,682 - Eesh. - Oh, honey. 374 00:15:32,682 --> 00:15:34,892 You know all your father and I ever wanted 375 00:15:34,892 --> 00:15:37,228 was for you to be happy. 376 00:15:37,228 --> 00:15:39,313 I am happy, Mom. 377 00:15:40,773 --> 00:15:42,483 Mm. Mm-hmm. 378 00:15:42,483 --> 00:15:43,526 [John chuckles] 379 00:15:43,526 --> 00:15:45,444 Well... 380 00:15:45,444 --> 00:15:48,489 wouldn’t it be nice to have someone special 381 00:15:48,489 --> 00:15:50,825 to bring to your birthday? 382 00:15:50,825 --> 00:15:52,702 Bring them to what? 383 00:15:52,702 --> 00:15:55,788 I told you I wanted to keep it casual this year, 384 00:15:55,788 --> 00:15:57,582 you know, not a big fuss. 385 00:15:57,582 --> 00:16:00,042 Which is precisely why he doesn’t have a girlfriend. 386 00:16:00,042 --> 00:16:02,170 All right, leave your brother alone. 387 00:16:02,170 --> 00:16:03,212 It’s true. 388 00:16:03,212 --> 00:16:04,297 Although your sister’s right. 389 00:16:04,297 --> 00:16:05,673 It is true. 390 00:16:05,673 --> 00:16:07,800 Okay, why are all the women that I meet today 391 00:16:07,800 --> 00:16:09,385 giving me such a hard time? 392 00:16:09,385 --> 00:16:12,180 Well, I can only speak for myself, 393 00:16:12,180 --> 00:16:15,725 and I know that you deserve someone really special, 394 00:16:15,725 --> 00:16:18,811 so hopefully doing this show with Maddie McKenzie 395 00:16:18,811 --> 00:16:20,813 will help you find her. 396 00:16:20,813 --> 00:16:22,857 Now can we dig into that lasagna 397 00:16:22,857 --> 00:16:24,567 and see if it’s as good as your app? 398 00:16:24,567 --> 00:16:26,152 You mean full of bugs? 399 00:16:26,152 --> 00:16:28,613 - [laughs] - Really? 400 00:16:28,613 --> 00:16:30,323 - Really really. - Really really? 401 00:16:30,323 --> 00:16:32,241 [music playing] 402 00:16:39,874 --> 00:16:40,833 [footsteps approach] 403 00:16:41,918 --> 00:16:44,003 - Thank you. - Mm-hmm. 404 00:16:45,588 --> 00:16:47,423 Well, come on. Let’s get on with it. 405 00:16:49,675 --> 00:16:52,345 National syndication. 406 00:16:53,512 --> 00:16:55,473 - [chuckles] - Fine. 407 00:16:55,473 --> 00:16:56,724 [laughs] 408 00:16:56,724 --> 00:16:58,726 Okay. 409 00:16:58,726 --> 00:16:59,977 Profile picture. 410 00:16:59,977 --> 00:17:00,978 Mm! 411 00:17:00,978 --> 00:17:03,689 My specialty. I’ll handle that. 412 00:17:03,689 --> 00:17:06,192 It’s only a picture. Just take it. 413 00:17:06,192 --> 00:17:10,196 Only? This is the billboard on Main Street to Date Town. 414 00:17:10,196 --> 00:17:12,698 [giggles] 415 00:17:14,951 --> 00:17:17,495 Oh. My hair looks terrible. 416 00:17:17,495 --> 00:17:20,039 Okay, one more. 417 00:17:20,039 --> 00:17:21,624 I thought you didn’t care. 418 00:17:26,462 --> 00:17:29,298 My left ear is at a funny angle. 419 00:17:30,549 --> 00:17:32,051 I can’t help that. 420 00:17:32,051 --> 00:17:33,511 - I meant in the photo. - Oh. 421 00:17:33,511 --> 00:17:34,637 [laughs] 422 00:17:34,637 --> 00:17:36,264 All right, take another one. 423 00:17:36,264 --> 00:17:37,515 [scoffs] 424 00:17:37,515 --> 00:17:39,183 This is your high school yearbook picture 425 00:17:39,183 --> 00:17:40,893 all over again. 426 00:17:40,893 --> 00:17:41,894 [music playing] 427 00:17:41,894 --> 00:17:42,979 [camera clicking] 428 00:18:00,955 --> 00:18:02,498 I think it’s the outfit. 429 00:18:02,498 --> 00:18:04,333 BEA: Let’s try again in the morning. 430 00:18:07,128 --> 00:18:09,088 [camera clicking] 431 00:18:09,088 --> 00:18:11,340 [chuckles] Cute. 432 00:18:13,092 --> 00:18:14,176 Thank you. 433 00:18:15,303 --> 00:18:17,763 Ehh. 434 00:18:17,763 --> 00:18:19,765 There’s gotta be one in there that we can use. 435 00:18:19,765 --> 00:18:20,850 At least two. 436 00:18:20,850 --> 00:18:22,601 What’s next? 437 00:18:22,601 --> 00:18:24,103 Okay. [sighs] 438 00:18:24,103 --> 00:18:26,314 The personality questionnaire. 439 00:18:26,314 --> 00:18:27,565 Mm-hmm. 440 00:18:27,565 --> 00:18:30,526 Mm. Oh, that’s a lot of questions. 441 00:18:30,526 --> 00:18:32,903 What does it want, my life story? 442 00:18:32,903 --> 00:18:35,489 We have to give this app a fair try. 443 00:18:35,489 --> 00:18:36,782 Do we, though? 444 00:18:36,782 --> 00:18:38,117 Yes! 445 00:18:38,117 --> 00:18:40,619 L-Let’s just skip the quiz for now. 446 00:18:40,619 --> 00:18:42,496 BEA: Ooh, the profile. 447 00:18:42,496 --> 00:18:44,540 Okay, this is what I wanted to see. 448 00:18:44,540 --> 00:18:45,708 What are you gonna put? 449 00:18:45,708 --> 00:18:46,876 Um... 450 00:18:48,502 --> 00:18:51,172 Just sell yourself. 451 00:18:51,172 --> 00:18:53,966 Well, I mean, I enjoy-- 452 00:18:53,966 --> 00:18:55,718 well, I enjoy work. 453 00:18:55,718 --> 00:18:58,596 Ugh. There’s more to you than that. 454 00:18:58,596 --> 00:19:00,139 - All right, I... - [laughs] 455 00:19:00,139 --> 00:19:02,224 like books. 456 00:19:02,224 --> 00:19:03,934 You can’t date a book, Maddie. 457 00:19:03,934 --> 00:19:06,562 Don’t think I haven’t tried. 458 00:19:06,562 --> 00:19:09,065 Okay, what else do I like? 459 00:19:09,065 --> 00:19:11,359 Um, all right, yoga. 460 00:19:13,027 --> 00:19:15,738 BEA: Okay, well, it’s a little early for champagne. 461 00:19:15,738 --> 00:19:17,114 Thank you. 462 00:19:17,114 --> 00:19:20,242 But I thought we could celebrate our success. 463 00:19:20,242 --> 00:19:23,287 Your worst interview ever got picked up 464 00:19:23,287 --> 00:19:25,915 - by dozens of blogs yesterday. - [groans] 465 00:19:25,915 --> 00:19:28,125 I know you don’t care about that, 466 00:19:28,125 --> 00:19:31,295 but maybe you’ll be impressed by this. 467 00:19:31,295 --> 00:19:33,381 We got featured on a news site. 468 00:19:33,381 --> 00:19:36,008 [sighs] We’ve hit the big time now. 469 00:19:36,008 --> 00:19:37,635 I mean, it is just a start, 470 00:19:37,635 --> 00:19:40,096 but maybe Max Kenton will see this. 471 00:19:40,096 --> 00:19:41,931 Thanks, radio producer. 472 00:19:41,931 --> 00:19:44,225 Are you sure you’re not nervous about today? 473 00:19:44,225 --> 00:19:46,227 No. No, it’s just... 474 00:19:46,227 --> 00:19:48,396 it’s one thing to co-host a segment, 475 00:19:48,396 --> 00:19:50,564 but to have to go on these dates... 476 00:19:50,564 --> 00:19:52,483 I don’t know what you’re worried about. 477 00:19:52,483 --> 00:19:54,610 I mean, either the app doesn’t work 478 00:19:54,610 --> 00:19:56,112 and you get to prove him wrong, 479 00:19:56,112 --> 00:19:58,906 or it does work and you get a great guy. 480 00:19:58,906 --> 00:20:00,074 I mean, win-win. 481 00:20:00,074 --> 00:20:01,742 - Morning. - Morning. 482 00:20:01,742 --> 00:20:03,035 This is my sister Mel. 483 00:20:03,035 --> 00:20:05,162 She handles all the important stuff. 484 00:20:05,162 --> 00:20:06,580 Don’t worry. I am nothing like him. 485 00:20:06,580 --> 00:20:07,873 [laughs] Glad to hear it. 486 00:20:07,873 --> 00:20:09,917 All right, come on. We got a show to make. 487 00:20:09,917 --> 00:20:11,168 BEA: Oh. 488 00:20:11,168 --> 00:20:13,879 This is our first live test of the app. 489 00:20:13,879 --> 00:20:15,297 Don’t mess it up. 490 00:20:15,297 --> 00:20:16,549 I’ve got this. 491 00:20:24,723 --> 00:20:27,143 You know my brother can be a bit of a joker, right? 492 00:20:27,143 --> 00:20:28,477 Oh, we know. 493 00:20:28,477 --> 00:20:29,603 Maddie can handle him. 494 00:20:31,605 --> 00:20:34,483 So I thought that these would be useful. 495 00:20:34,483 --> 00:20:37,319 There’s some notes, talking points, bits of trivia. 496 00:20:37,319 --> 00:20:39,655 Nah. I like to keep it more loosey-goosey. 497 00:20:39,655 --> 00:20:41,240 You know, it’s better that way. 498 00:20:42,575 --> 00:20:45,327 If that’s okay with you. 499 00:20:45,327 --> 00:20:47,121 Sure. 500 00:20:47,121 --> 00:20:49,457 JOHN: It’s more fun that way, right? 501 00:20:49,457 --> 00:20:50,750 Like--Like yesterday. 502 00:20:50,750 --> 00:20:53,210 Yeah, fun. 503 00:20:53,210 --> 00:20:55,671 Okay, this might be the way old media works, 504 00:20:55,671 --> 00:20:58,382 but I’m used to a more fast-paced online culture, 505 00:20:58,382 --> 00:20:59,425 know what I mean? 506 00:20:59,425 --> 00:21:01,635 I know exactly what you mean. 507 00:21:03,596 --> 00:21:04,930 [chimes ring] 508 00:21:04,930 --> 00:21:07,308 And we’re back with our special guest 509 00:21:07,308 --> 00:21:11,020 in a new segment, the Three Date challenge. 510 00:21:11,020 --> 00:21:13,439 Yesterday, as I’m sure you remember, 511 00:21:13,439 --> 00:21:16,692 John Reed, inventor of the TripleDate app, 512 00:21:16,692 --> 00:21:18,694 surprised us on the show, 513 00:21:18,694 --> 00:21:21,071 and he’s here again. 514 00:21:21,071 --> 00:21:22,573 Welcome back, John. 515 00:21:22,573 --> 00:21:24,158 Couldn’t keep away. 516 00:21:24,158 --> 00:21:26,243 As we were saying yesterday, 517 00:21:26,243 --> 00:21:28,913 your app claims to find users true love 518 00:21:28,913 --> 00:21:31,373 in a remarkable three dates. 519 00:21:31,373 --> 00:21:32,708 Or your money back. 520 00:21:32,708 --> 00:21:35,544 So we thought it would be fun 521 00:21:35,544 --> 00:21:37,338 to put the app to the test, 522 00:21:37,338 --> 00:21:39,465 so both John and I have created profiles, 523 00:21:39,465 --> 00:21:41,091 filled out the questionnaire, 524 00:21:41,091 --> 00:21:43,511 and we’re gonna see what the app has in store for us. 525 00:21:43,511 --> 00:21:44,595 Are you ready? 526 00:21:44,595 --> 00:21:46,555 I was born ready. [chuckles] 527 00:21:46,555 --> 00:21:48,390 Okay, so take out your phone. 528 00:21:48,390 --> 00:21:51,810 We’re gonna hit the heart emoji at the same time. 529 00:21:51,810 --> 00:21:54,230 Okay, it’s finding a match. Shouldn’t take long. 530 00:21:55,356 --> 00:21:58,609 [laughs] Well, my first match 531 00:21:58,609 --> 00:22:02,655 is with John himself, so that can’t be right. 532 00:22:02,655 --> 00:22:04,073 - Hah! Yeah. - Decline. 533 00:22:04,073 --> 00:22:06,283 Okay, glitches can happen in the, uh-- 534 00:22:06,283 --> 00:22:07,910 in, you know, the test mode. 535 00:22:07,910 --> 00:22:10,829 Uh, maybe Maddie’s using an older version of the app 536 00:22:10,829 --> 00:22:12,581 to go with her ancient phone. 537 00:22:12,581 --> 00:22:14,375 Well, who have you got? 538 00:22:14,375 --> 00:22:15,543 Okay. 539 00:22:15,543 --> 00:22:17,586 Some guy named Kevin. 540 00:22:17,586 --> 00:22:20,506 Just looking at his profile, he has a nice picture. 541 00:22:20,506 --> 00:22:22,049 A surgeon. 542 00:22:22,049 --> 00:22:24,468 Nice. Now he has to accept you now, okay, 543 00:22:24,468 --> 00:22:26,053 and, uh, it might take a while, 544 00:22:26,053 --> 00:22:28,055 because he’s got to find your profile and read it-- 545 00:22:28,055 --> 00:22:30,057 - [chime] - Oh, okay, so he accepted. 546 00:22:30,057 --> 00:22:32,810 Okay, the app’s suggesting that we go to an old bookshop, 547 00:22:32,810 --> 00:22:34,562 and it’s given us the activity 548 00:22:34,562 --> 00:22:37,565 of finding each other the perfect book as a gift. 549 00:22:37,565 --> 00:22:40,192 Aww. That sounds so nice. 550 00:22:40,192 --> 00:22:43,279 I mean, we all know how much you love books. 551 00:22:43,279 --> 00:22:46,031 Ah, you see? The app is figuring you out already. 552 00:22:46,031 --> 00:22:48,492 BEA: What about you, John? 553 00:22:48,492 --> 00:22:49,702 - Ah. - [chime] 554 00:22:49,702 --> 00:22:51,579 Jenny. 555 00:22:51,579 --> 00:22:53,247 Senior partner at a big law firm. 556 00:22:53,247 --> 00:22:55,499 I’ll be clicking "yes, please." 557 00:22:55,499 --> 00:22:57,710 As you said, it could take a while for her to accept. 558 00:22:57,710 --> 00:22:58,711 - That is, of course... - [chime] 559 00:22:58,711 --> 00:22:59,837 - Oh! - if she even does. 560 00:22:59,837 --> 00:23:01,213 - Yeah, she’s accepted. - Oh. 561 00:23:01,213 --> 00:23:04,133 And we’ll be riding scooters in the park. 562 00:23:04,133 --> 00:23:06,135 Makes sense. You know, we’re both motivated go-getters, 563 00:23:06,135 --> 00:23:09,597 and electric scooters are all the rage right now. 564 00:23:09,597 --> 00:23:10,973 Very on-trend. 565 00:23:10,973 --> 00:23:12,808 Oh, yeah. 566 00:23:12,808 --> 00:23:14,518 [chimes play] 567 00:23:14,518 --> 00:23:17,062 Okay, that went a lot better than I thought. 568 00:23:17,062 --> 00:23:19,690 [chuckles] I told you. She’s a pro. 569 00:23:20,899 --> 00:23:22,401 Yeah, that was fun. 570 00:23:22,401 --> 00:23:24,236 Yeah? Right. Told you. 571 00:23:24,236 --> 00:23:25,529 Loosey-goosey. 572 00:23:25,529 --> 00:23:26,822 So loose... 573 00:23:26,822 --> 00:23:28,866 Just the way I like it. 574 00:23:28,866 --> 00:23:31,118 [music playing] 575 00:23:35,706 --> 00:23:38,459 - Had to be a glitch, right? - I don’t--That’s your side. 576 00:23:38,459 --> 00:23:41,003 This is free advertisement, so we’re gonna go online. 577 00:23:41,003 --> 00:23:42,671 - I need you to be nice. - Nice? 578 00:23:42,671 --> 00:23:44,548 - Face it. You’re-- - But she’s-- 579 00:23:44,548 --> 00:23:47,343 Oh, you guys are still here. 580 00:23:47,343 --> 00:23:48,677 Looking forward to your dates? 581 00:23:48,677 --> 00:23:50,471 Yeah, Kevin. 582 00:23:50,471 --> 00:23:52,973 - Good luck. - Thanks. 583 00:23:52,973 --> 00:23:55,934 - I meant that for his sake. - Ah hah. 584 00:23:55,934 --> 00:23:58,103 I’m sure you’re gonna have a great time, really. 585 00:23:58,103 --> 00:23:59,271 Really. 586 00:24:00,439 --> 00:24:02,024 Shall we? 587 00:24:02,024 --> 00:24:04,526 - It was nice meeting you. - You, too, Mel. 588 00:24:04,526 --> 00:24:06,195 - ’Til next time. - John. 589 00:24:07,571 --> 00:24:09,365 I think it’s working out fine. 590 00:24:09,365 --> 00:24:11,408 Is there any way I can get out of this? 591 00:24:11,408 --> 00:24:15,871 With the social media buzz you two are generating, 592 00:24:15,871 --> 00:24:17,331 sorry. 593 00:24:17,331 --> 00:24:19,249 [music playing] 594 00:24:21,794 --> 00:24:22,711 [sighs] 595 00:24:26,340 --> 00:24:27,591 BEA: Nope. 596 00:24:27,591 --> 00:24:29,635 - Nope. - What’s wrong with those? 597 00:24:29,635 --> 00:24:31,720 - [groans] No. - That’s my favorite skirt. 598 00:24:31,720 --> 00:24:36,350 Ooh. I didn’t know you owned this. 599 00:24:36,350 --> 00:24:38,268 But I’m proud of you. [giggles] 600 00:24:38,268 --> 00:24:40,854 Okay, well, I am not wearing that. 601 00:24:40,854 --> 00:24:42,064 Why not? 602 00:24:42,064 --> 00:24:45,192 For starters, it’s a first date. 603 00:24:45,192 --> 00:24:47,528 But it would look great on you. 604 00:24:47,528 --> 00:24:50,864 Uh, no. It doesn’t even have any pockets. 605 00:24:50,864 --> 00:24:52,366 - What? But-- - No. 606 00:24:54,076 --> 00:24:55,661 Pockets. Right. 607 00:24:55,661 --> 00:24:57,538 An essential for any date. 608 00:24:57,538 --> 00:24:59,957 Well, I need pockets for my index cards. 609 00:25:01,333 --> 00:25:02,376 Maddie... 610 00:25:02,376 --> 00:25:03,419 Bea. 611 00:25:03,419 --> 00:25:04,920 I’m your best friend, 612 00:25:04,920 --> 00:25:06,755 and I love you, 613 00:25:06,755 --> 00:25:10,634 but what-- and I mean this sincerely-- 614 00:25:10,634 --> 00:25:12,428 are you talking about? 615 00:25:12,428 --> 00:25:14,596 Well, I like to have talking points, 616 00:25:14,596 --> 00:25:16,640 you know, a plan of attack. 617 00:25:16,640 --> 00:25:19,101 A plan of attack? 618 00:25:19,101 --> 00:25:21,812 What kind of date is this? 619 00:25:24,982 --> 00:25:27,526 You know what your best shows are? 620 00:25:27,526 --> 00:25:31,155 The ones where you just go with it. 621 00:25:31,155 --> 00:25:36,285 You know, when you just relax and be yourself. 622 00:25:36,285 --> 00:25:39,371 Yeah, well, I don’t always know 623 00:25:39,371 --> 00:25:41,373 how to be myself on a first date. 624 00:25:41,373 --> 00:25:45,294 Well, why would we stop at index cards, hmm? 625 00:25:45,294 --> 00:25:47,504 Why don’t we find you a teleprompter, 626 00:25:47,504 --> 00:25:49,173 oh, a sky-writing plane. Right? 627 00:25:49,173 --> 00:25:51,383 Okay, I see where we’re going. Yeah, take that back. 628 00:25:51,383 --> 00:25:53,302 [music playing] 629 00:26:06,607 --> 00:26:07,649 Maddie, right? 630 00:26:07,649 --> 00:26:09,234 - Yeah! Hi. - Hi. 631 00:26:09,234 --> 00:26:11,195 - I’m Kevin. - [shop bell rings] 632 00:26:11,195 --> 00:26:12,821 Thank you. 633 00:26:12,821 --> 00:26:16,408 Now, before we get started, I should warn you 634 00:26:16,408 --> 00:26:17,993 I’m doing this for my radio show. 635 00:26:17,993 --> 00:26:20,537 Right. Yeah, on your, uh, profile, 636 00:26:20,537 --> 00:26:21,997 it said that you were a presenter. 637 00:26:21,997 --> 00:26:23,499 - Yeah. - So does that mean 638 00:26:23,499 --> 00:26:26,293 you’ll be dissecting the date on air? 639 00:26:26,293 --> 00:26:27,920 Oh, yeah. But don’t worry. 640 00:26:27,920 --> 00:26:30,798 I’m just reviewing the TripleDate app, not you. 641 00:26:30,798 --> 00:26:33,383 Right. Well, it’s L.A., right? 642 00:26:33,383 --> 00:26:35,219 It wouldn’t be the weirdest date I’ve been on. 643 00:26:35,219 --> 00:26:36,303 It wouldn’t? 644 00:26:36,303 --> 00:26:38,180 No, um... 645 00:26:38,180 --> 00:26:40,390 when people find out I’m in medicine, 646 00:26:40,390 --> 00:26:41,975 you would be surprised 647 00:26:41,975 --> 00:26:44,394 the things that I end up talking about over dinner. 648 00:26:44,394 --> 00:26:45,604 That reminds me, you should really 649 00:26:45,604 --> 00:26:47,815 check out my hockey scar. [laughs] 650 00:26:47,815 --> 00:26:49,608 That was just a joke. 651 00:26:49,608 --> 00:26:51,193 - Right. - I-I have a hockey scar, 652 00:26:51,193 --> 00:26:53,278 but you don’t really need to look at it. 653 00:26:53,278 --> 00:26:54,988 - Yeah. - Yeah. 654 00:26:56,406 --> 00:26:59,368 Uh, the app said that, um, 655 00:26:59,368 --> 00:27:03,455 you know, we should go present hunting together. 656 00:27:03,455 --> 00:27:05,249 So what kind of books do you like? 657 00:27:05,249 --> 00:27:07,209 Oh. Well, the classics, of course, 658 00:27:07,209 --> 00:27:09,753 but I also love romance and thrillers 659 00:27:09,753 --> 00:27:12,297 and sometimes sci-fi and anything to do with travel 660 00:27:12,297 --> 00:27:14,883 - or history-- - Right, so everything. 661 00:27:14,883 --> 00:27:16,677 Yeah, pretty much. 662 00:27:16,677 --> 00:27:18,303 Um, what about you? 663 00:27:18,303 --> 00:27:21,765 Uh, I gotta be honest. I thought everyone 664 00:27:21,765 --> 00:27:25,435 kinda just pressed the "I like books" button. 665 00:27:25,435 --> 00:27:27,104 - Say it isn’t so. - Yeah, I--No. 666 00:27:27,104 --> 00:27:29,398 I’m trying to sound all classy. 667 00:27:29,398 --> 00:27:30,983 - Okay. - Um... 668 00:27:30,983 --> 00:27:32,651 I don’t really read much. 669 00:27:32,651 --> 00:27:35,195 Well, let me educate you. 670 00:27:35,195 --> 00:27:36,113 Okay, come on. 671 00:27:39,116 --> 00:27:41,159 JOHN: Well, here’s our first date. 672 00:27:41,159 --> 00:27:42,327 [Jenny laughs] Yep. 673 00:27:42,327 --> 00:27:43,912 You ready? 674 00:27:43,912 --> 00:27:45,163 Have you ridden one of these before? 675 00:27:45,163 --> 00:27:46,707 Oh, yeah. These babies? We go way back. 676 00:27:46,707 --> 00:27:49,293 All right, well, let’s get rolling. 677 00:27:49,293 --> 00:27:51,295 - All right. - [engine whirs] 678 00:27:51,295 --> 00:27:52,629 Ah. 679 00:27:52,629 --> 00:27:54,172 Hold on. 680 00:27:54,172 --> 00:27:55,841 Uh, hey! 681 00:27:58,594 --> 00:27:59,761 This is, uh-- 682 00:27:59,761 --> 00:28:00,804 I think-- 683 00:28:00,804 --> 00:28:01,972 What the... 684 00:28:05,517 --> 00:28:08,520 I wish I brought a pen and paper. 685 00:28:08,520 --> 00:28:10,188 What for? 686 00:28:10,188 --> 00:28:12,190 Well, I just-- 687 00:28:12,190 --> 00:28:13,901 I really should be making a list 688 00:28:13,901 --> 00:28:15,527 of all the books you need to read 689 00:28:15,527 --> 00:28:19,239 and cross-referencing by genre, author, and period. 690 00:28:19,239 --> 00:28:21,408 Can’t we just look at the covers, 691 00:28:21,408 --> 00:28:22,910 see what looks good? 692 00:28:22,910 --> 00:28:25,120 Well, there’s literally a phrase that says 693 00:28:25,120 --> 00:28:26,788 don’t judge a book by its cover. 694 00:28:26,788 --> 00:28:29,625 [chuckles] Right. 695 00:28:29,625 --> 00:28:32,252 Isn’t the point that we, uh, 696 00:28:32,252 --> 00:28:33,712 spend time together? 697 00:28:37,007 --> 00:28:39,343 Yes. You’re right. I’m sorry. 698 00:28:39,343 --> 00:28:42,179 I just got caught up in the task. 699 00:28:42,179 --> 00:28:44,264 I’m really not so good at this. 700 00:28:44,264 --> 00:28:46,308 [chuckles] It’s fine. 701 00:28:46,308 --> 00:28:48,226 Don’t be so hard on yourself. 702 00:28:48,226 --> 00:28:50,896 You’re just trying to find something nice. 703 00:28:52,940 --> 00:28:56,443 I mean, you could maybe relax 10%. 704 00:28:56,443 --> 00:28:57,569 [chuckles] 705 00:28:57,569 --> 00:28:58,737 Ouch. 706 00:28:58,737 --> 00:28:59,988 [both laugh] 707 00:28:59,988 --> 00:29:01,448 Um... 708 00:29:01,448 --> 00:29:03,867 [engine whirring] 709 00:29:03,867 --> 00:29:05,410 This one is broken. 710 00:29:05,410 --> 00:29:06,787 Oh. Mine’s okay. 711 00:29:06,787 --> 00:29:07,871 Do you want to swap? 712 00:29:07,871 --> 00:29:09,039 Well, sure, yeah. 713 00:29:09,039 --> 00:29:10,540 Good luck riding this thing. 714 00:29:10,540 --> 00:29:11,625 I’ll risk it. 715 00:29:11,625 --> 00:29:13,752 Okay. Leave you in the dust now. 716 00:29:13,752 --> 00:29:14,920 - You ready? - Ready? 717 00:29:14,920 --> 00:29:16,088 - Yeah. - All right. Let’s go. 718 00:29:16,088 --> 00:29:18,715 [laughs] Ahem. 719 00:29:18,715 --> 00:29:20,717 Guess that one’s not broken. 720 00:29:20,717 --> 00:29:22,469 Let me help you. 721 00:29:22,469 --> 00:29:24,388 [music playing] 722 00:29:27,975 --> 00:29:30,394 Seems like I’m really getting the hang of this, huh. 723 00:29:30,394 --> 00:29:33,188 Yeah, doing good. 724 00:29:33,188 --> 00:29:34,606 Oh! [laughs] 725 00:29:34,606 --> 00:29:36,233 Here we go again. 726 00:29:38,819 --> 00:29:41,863 So, uh, you run your own business? 727 00:29:41,863 --> 00:29:45,242 Well, my sister Mel does all the boring stuff. 728 00:29:45,242 --> 00:29:49,413 You know, I do the coding and come up with all the ideas. 729 00:29:49,413 --> 00:29:50,664 How ’bout you? 730 00:29:50,664 --> 00:29:53,208 Uh, I’m in charge of asset division 731 00:29:53,208 --> 00:29:55,711 for high-profile divorce cases. 732 00:29:55,711 --> 00:29:57,421 You know, the boring stuff. 733 00:29:57,421 --> 00:29:59,131 [chuckles] High-profile cases? 734 00:29:59,131 --> 00:30:00,966 Hah. Dinner’s on you, then. [chuckles] 735 00:30:02,843 --> 00:30:04,177 I’m kidding. 736 00:30:04,177 --> 00:30:06,388 [chuckles] 737 00:30:06,388 --> 00:30:08,265 [grunts] Come on, buddy. 738 00:30:08,265 --> 00:30:09,516 You’re making me look bad. 739 00:30:09,516 --> 00:30:10,934 Y-You’ve never... 740 00:30:10,934 --> 00:30:13,270 Ridden one of these before? 741 00:30:13,270 --> 00:30:14,604 Nope. 742 00:30:18,233 --> 00:30:21,403 Guess that’s a no to our dinner then as well, huh? 743 00:30:25,115 --> 00:30:26,116 Bye. 744 00:30:30,537 --> 00:30:32,456 [music playing] 745 00:30:33,999 --> 00:30:37,169 So everyone’s dying to know 746 00:30:37,169 --> 00:30:39,755 how you’re doing on the Three-Date Challenge. 747 00:30:39,755 --> 00:30:41,256 How’d your dates go? 748 00:30:41,256 --> 00:30:44,259 Well, I met the guy, and he was nice. 749 00:30:44,259 --> 00:30:46,553 I can see how we fit into your algorithm. 750 00:30:46,553 --> 00:30:51,224 But as people, I’m just-- I’m not so sure we connected. 751 00:30:51,224 --> 00:30:53,977 Okay, and you gave the guy a fair shot? 752 00:30:53,977 --> 00:30:56,772 Yes, John. I know how to go on a date. 753 00:30:56,772 --> 00:30:58,398 I admit it’s been a while, but-- 754 00:30:58,398 --> 00:31:00,317 I can certainly confirm that. 755 00:31:00,317 --> 00:31:03,153 But I know how to enjoy myself. 756 00:31:03,153 --> 00:31:06,281 I certainly can’t confirm that. 757 00:31:06,281 --> 00:31:09,076 Well, okay, was there anything about the date that worked? 758 00:31:09,076 --> 00:31:11,787 I admit the location was nice, 759 00:31:11,787 --> 00:31:14,122 but it doesn’t take magic for your app to work out 760 00:31:14,122 --> 00:31:16,583 points of interest after that lengthy survey. 761 00:31:16,583 --> 00:31:18,835 Well, that was only date one. 762 00:31:18,835 --> 00:31:20,879 And how was yours? 763 00:31:20,879 --> 00:31:23,090 Oh, it was fantastic. 764 00:31:23,090 --> 00:31:24,591 We hit it off from the start. 765 00:31:24,591 --> 00:31:26,718 We were in synch. We had a great activity. 766 00:31:26,718 --> 00:31:28,095 It was a perfect date. 767 00:31:28,095 --> 00:31:29,721 Oh, I see. 768 00:31:29,721 --> 00:31:32,724 And, uh, what was her name again? 769 00:31:32,724 --> 00:31:34,392 - Um... - [Bea chuckles] 770 00:31:34,392 --> 00:31:36,686 Sounds like true love. 771 00:31:36,686 --> 00:31:38,063 Well, there you have it, folks. 772 00:31:38,063 --> 00:31:40,524 We’re one date in, and neither one of us 773 00:31:40,524 --> 00:31:42,901 is any closer to finding our soul mate. 774 00:31:42,901 --> 00:31:44,152 Yet. 775 00:31:45,278 --> 00:31:47,405 [sighs] 776 00:31:47,405 --> 00:31:50,534 So you sure you want to keep going with this? 777 00:31:50,534 --> 00:31:52,869 Yeah. The more we talk about TripleDate, the better, 778 00:31:52,869 --> 00:31:55,664 even though you keep making fun of it. 779 00:31:55,664 --> 00:31:58,250 Have you never heard of the saying 780 00:31:58,250 --> 00:32:00,669 that there’s no such thing as bad publicity? 781 00:32:00,669 --> 00:32:01,878 Good point. 782 00:32:01,878 --> 00:32:03,171 You know, you, uh-- 783 00:32:03,171 --> 00:32:05,257 you’re very quick, Maddie McKenzie. 784 00:32:05,257 --> 00:32:07,134 [chuckles] You sound surprised. 785 00:32:07,134 --> 00:32:09,344 Nah, I can see why your listeners love you, 786 00:32:09,344 --> 00:32:11,179 my mother being one of them. 787 00:32:11,179 --> 00:32:13,890 Well, she clearly has impeccable taste. 788 00:32:13,890 --> 00:32:15,350 Oh, yeah. 789 00:32:15,350 --> 00:32:18,186 What’s with the sudden burst of compliments? 790 00:32:18,186 --> 00:32:20,897 Well, I’m very impressed that you’re willing to give 791 00:32:20,897 --> 00:32:23,150 this whole Three-Date Challenge thing a try. 792 00:32:23,150 --> 00:32:25,152 I know how much you were against it. 793 00:32:25,152 --> 00:32:27,154 Well, thank you. 794 00:32:27,154 --> 00:32:31,032 And since we’re going down this path, 795 00:32:31,032 --> 00:32:32,951 I have to hand it to you. 796 00:32:32,951 --> 00:32:35,620 Most CEOs wouldn’t put their reputation 797 00:32:35,620 --> 00:32:37,289 on the line so publicly. 798 00:32:37,289 --> 00:32:40,375 Yeah, well, let’s see how the second date goes. Heh. 799 00:32:40,375 --> 00:32:42,878 We’re doing that tomorrow, right? 800 00:32:42,878 --> 00:32:44,421 Oh. No, actually, 801 00:32:44,421 --> 00:32:46,339 Bea wanted to space things out a little bit, 802 00:32:46,339 --> 00:32:47,591 you know, keep the audience hooked, 803 00:32:47,591 --> 00:32:49,050 so we’ll just be talking about dating 804 00:32:49,050 --> 00:32:50,760 and apps in general on the next show. 805 00:32:50,760 --> 00:32:52,179 Mm. 806 00:32:52,179 --> 00:32:53,889 If that’s okay with you. 807 00:32:53,889 --> 00:32:56,725 Well, if you can, you know, stand being around me. 808 00:32:56,725 --> 00:33:00,395 Oh. We radio hosts are very patient people. 809 00:33:00,395 --> 00:33:02,105 [laughs] 810 00:33:13,658 --> 00:33:16,036 These stats are great. 811 00:33:16,036 --> 00:33:17,495 They are? 812 00:33:17,495 --> 00:33:19,164 Everyone loves the back-and-forth 813 00:33:19,164 --> 00:33:21,124 between you and John. 814 00:33:21,124 --> 00:33:22,542 Just keep saying to yourself, 815 00:33:22,542 --> 00:33:25,420 "National syndication. 816 00:33:25,420 --> 00:33:27,714 National syndication." 817 00:33:27,714 --> 00:33:30,217 I know. Eyes on the prize. 818 00:33:30,217 --> 00:33:33,178 So just don’t go get cold feet on me, okay? 819 00:33:33,178 --> 00:33:35,680 Don’t worry. I’m genuinely curious to see 820 00:33:35,680 --> 00:33:38,099 if this app is as confident as John himself. 821 00:33:38,099 --> 00:33:40,143 I like confidence in a man. 822 00:33:40,143 --> 00:33:44,064 Sure, confidence is nice, but I need to be with someone 823 00:33:44,064 --> 00:33:45,899 who takes life seriously as well. 824 00:33:45,899 --> 00:33:49,527 Not everyone’s like you, Miss Index Cards. 825 00:33:49,527 --> 00:33:52,906 But at least I don’t just wing everything like John does. 826 00:33:52,906 --> 00:33:57,494 I mean, him and I are just so different. 827 00:33:59,246 --> 00:34:02,582 Have you ever heard of "opposites attract"? 828 00:34:02,582 --> 00:34:05,752 Yes, I’ve heard of it, and it sounds just as unlikely 829 00:34:05,752 --> 00:34:08,797 as finding true love in three dates. 830 00:34:10,090 --> 00:34:11,341 Mm-hmm. 831 00:34:14,886 --> 00:34:15,804 John... 832 00:34:17,055 --> 00:34:20,809 how do you feel about an interview? 833 00:34:22,394 --> 00:34:24,396 You know how much I hate those. 834 00:34:24,396 --> 00:34:25,814 MEL: I really do. 835 00:34:25,814 --> 00:34:29,025 But we’ve had an inquiry from Taking Stock. 836 00:34:29,025 --> 00:34:30,735 The financial website? 837 00:34:30,735 --> 00:34:32,279 What do they want with us? 838 00:34:32,279 --> 00:34:34,948 They want to know if you’re available later today. 839 00:34:36,866 --> 00:34:38,952 They’re one of the best financial news outlets 840 00:34:38,952 --> 00:34:41,246 on the West Coast, so you have to do this. 841 00:34:41,246 --> 00:34:43,248 Yeah, but who even reads that? 842 00:34:43,248 --> 00:34:45,125 Businesspeople, John. 843 00:34:45,125 --> 00:34:47,168 Executives, bankers, 844 00:34:47,168 --> 00:34:50,422 serious professionals read Taking Stock. 845 00:34:50,422 --> 00:34:52,757 You know, the people we want to attract for TripleDate. 846 00:34:52,757 --> 00:34:56,052 [groans] Okay. I don’t know. 847 00:34:56,052 --> 00:34:58,471 I just heard those reporters really like to play hardball. 848 00:34:58,471 --> 00:35:01,016 Which is exactly why you need to tread carefully. 849 00:35:02,225 --> 00:35:04,185 But you’ll be there? 850 00:35:04,185 --> 00:35:07,689 Actually, they want to get a sense of you on your own, 851 00:35:07,689 --> 00:35:09,190 "undiluted." 852 00:35:09,190 --> 00:35:11,568 No, w-we’re a team. 853 00:35:11,568 --> 00:35:13,778 But you’re the face of the app. 854 00:35:15,071 --> 00:35:16,448 So handsome. 855 00:35:16,448 --> 00:35:18,742 [sighs] 856 00:35:19,826 --> 00:35:22,329 [music playing] 857 00:35:22,329 --> 00:35:24,205 MADDIE: Where’s John this morning? 858 00:35:24,205 --> 00:35:25,874 Oh, he’s doing an interview 859 00:35:25,874 --> 00:35:28,126 with a reporter at Taking Stock. 860 00:35:28,126 --> 00:35:29,336 They’re gonna eat him alive. 861 00:35:30,670 --> 00:35:32,547 I thought you’d be happy about that. 862 00:35:32,547 --> 00:35:34,841 Well, I mean, yeah, 863 00:35:34,841 --> 00:35:36,843 but he’s still human. 864 00:35:36,843 --> 00:35:39,721 Well, we have more important things to worry about. 865 00:35:39,721 --> 00:35:40,805 Like what? 866 00:35:40,805 --> 00:35:42,474 Like I heard a rumor 867 00:35:42,474 --> 00:35:46,186 that we are on Max Kenton’s short list. 868 00:35:46,186 --> 00:35:49,105 The syndication one or the ax one? 869 00:35:49,105 --> 00:35:50,482 The good one. 870 00:35:50,482 --> 00:35:52,525 Bea, where did you hear that, and do not say 871 00:35:52,525 --> 00:35:54,694 your neighbor with all the cats who claims she’s psychic. 872 00:35:54,694 --> 00:35:56,029 Not this time. 873 00:35:57,572 --> 00:35:58,865 I heard it from one 874 00:35:58,865 --> 00:36:01,743 of Max Kenton’s personal assistants. 875 00:36:03,661 --> 00:36:04,662 [sighs] 876 00:36:10,418 --> 00:36:14,923 Imagine yourself as a pebble in a stream 877 00:36:14,923 --> 00:36:17,801 as the stresses of the world trickle past. 878 00:36:17,801 --> 00:36:19,552 Easy for you to say. 879 00:36:19,552 --> 00:36:21,096 [knock at the door] 880 00:36:22,263 --> 00:36:24,474 Bea, if you are coming back 881 00:36:24,474 --> 00:36:25,767 to tell me about-- 882 00:36:27,060 --> 00:36:28,520 Hey. Uh... 883 00:36:29,604 --> 00:36:31,022 come on in. 884 00:36:31,022 --> 00:36:32,482 What are you doing here? 885 00:36:32,482 --> 00:36:35,235 Bea gave me your address. I hope that’s okay. 886 00:36:35,235 --> 00:36:36,444 Have you ever heard 887 00:36:36,444 --> 00:36:39,697 of the financial website Taking Stock? 888 00:36:39,697 --> 00:36:42,492 Yeah. She said that they were interviewing you. 889 00:36:42,492 --> 00:36:44,828 [sighs] Ahem. 890 00:36:44,828 --> 00:36:47,080 "I met dating guru John Reed today 891 00:36:47,080 --> 00:36:48,832 "about his new app, TripleDate. 892 00:36:48,832 --> 00:36:50,500 "Seems I may have just met a man 893 00:36:50,500 --> 00:36:52,752 "so staggeringly unprofessional, 894 00:36:52,752 --> 00:36:56,464 I doubt he even knows what CEO stand for." 895 00:36:56,464 --> 00:36:57,590 Ouch. 896 00:36:57,590 --> 00:37:00,009 Right. Goes on like that. 897 00:37:00,009 --> 00:37:01,428 They can be savage. 898 00:37:01,428 --> 00:37:03,388 I noticed. 899 00:37:03,388 --> 00:37:04,973 It’s my own fault. 900 00:37:04,973 --> 00:37:08,059 I went in there unprepared, and I made a fool of myself. 901 00:37:08,059 --> 00:37:10,770 Isn’t that kind of your style? 902 00:37:10,770 --> 00:37:12,814 I see your point. 903 00:37:12,814 --> 00:37:15,775 But I think it’s starting to affect my business. 904 00:37:15,775 --> 00:37:18,987 You know, what if I’m just not cut out for the big leagues? 905 00:37:18,987 --> 00:37:21,448 Me acting a fool is one thing, but my sister 906 00:37:21,448 --> 00:37:24,242 has put so much of herself into this gamble, too. 907 00:37:24,242 --> 00:37:27,454 Okay, I just can’t put her at risk like this. 908 00:37:29,581 --> 00:37:31,499 [groans] 909 00:37:31,499 --> 00:37:32,917 I need your help. 910 00:37:32,917 --> 00:37:35,128 Oh, you do? 911 00:37:35,128 --> 00:37:36,421 Of course I do, okay? 912 00:37:36,421 --> 00:37:38,381 You’re so great at this stuff, right? 913 00:37:38,381 --> 00:37:40,383 You have those people on your show all the time, 914 00:37:40,383 --> 00:37:41,801 and you never make a mistake. 915 00:37:41,801 --> 00:37:43,052 Mehh. 916 00:37:43,052 --> 00:37:46,014 I just need advice on my public image. 917 00:37:46,014 --> 00:37:47,974 You know, how do I come across without looking-- 918 00:37:47,974 --> 00:37:49,184 Foolish? 919 00:37:49,184 --> 00:37:50,518 I was gonna say, "unprofessional," 920 00:37:50,518 --> 00:37:52,020 but yeah, sure... 921 00:37:52,020 --> 00:37:53,521 - that, too. Mm-hmm. - That, too. 922 00:37:53,521 --> 00:37:56,274 [both laugh] 923 00:37:56,274 --> 00:37:57,692 Yes, of course. 924 00:37:57,692 --> 00:37:59,319 Take a seat. I’ll make some tea. 925 00:37:59,319 --> 00:38:01,279 Maybe I can give you a pointer or two. 926 00:38:01,279 --> 00:38:02,363 Thank you. 927 00:38:02,363 --> 00:38:03,740 You’ll have to excuse my get-up. 928 00:38:03,740 --> 00:38:05,408 I was just doing some yoga. 929 00:38:05,408 --> 00:38:08,244 You are the last person that I’m gonna judge right now. 930 00:38:09,704 --> 00:38:11,664 You are a strong woman. 931 00:38:11,664 --> 00:38:12,874 [chuckles] 932 00:38:12,874 --> 00:38:14,209 - A strong woman... - Oh. 933 00:38:14,209 --> 00:38:16,878 [laughs] Yep, that’s just a playlist. 934 00:38:16,878 --> 00:38:18,546 My mom and sis listen to, uh, 935 00:38:18,546 --> 00:38:20,924 positive-affirmation stuff all the time. 936 00:38:20,924 --> 00:38:23,760 Okay, if you’re gonna start making tech jokes-- 937 00:38:23,760 --> 00:38:27,388 I just meant it’s good to see a different side to you. 938 00:38:27,388 --> 00:38:30,725 Look, you’re the face of your business. 939 00:38:30,725 --> 00:38:33,645 How you come across is how the app comes across. 940 00:38:33,645 --> 00:38:36,231 So no more jokes? 941 00:38:36,231 --> 00:38:38,149 No, there’s nothing wrong with jokes, 942 00:38:38,149 --> 00:38:40,318 but try ones that acknowledge your flaws. 943 00:38:40,318 --> 00:38:42,946 It shows that you don’t think you’re better than people. 944 00:38:42,946 --> 00:38:45,073 And I know you like to just wing it, 945 00:38:45,073 --> 00:38:48,326 but your audience comes in cold without information. 946 00:38:48,326 --> 00:38:50,537 They’re expecting you to provide it. 947 00:38:50,537 --> 00:38:53,289 I’m not saying that you have to plan every single sentence, 948 00:38:53,289 --> 00:38:55,792 but it’s important to have facts ready. 949 00:38:55,792 --> 00:38:58,545 It shows that you care enough to do the research. 950 00:38:58,545 --> 00:39:00,672 And if you’re gonna be public speaking, 951 00:39:00,672 --> 00:39:02,382 we need to talk about tone of voice, 952 00:39:02,382 --> 00:39:04,551 articulation, and projection. 953 00:39:04,551 --> 00:39:05,677 Really? 954 00:39:05,677 --> 00:39:07,011 You started this. 955 00:39:08,096 --> 00:39:11,391 Come on. Stand up. Okay. 956 00:39:11,391 --> 00:39:14,852 You know you need unique New York, 957 00:39:14,852 --> 00:39:18,523 but does unique New York need you? 958 00:39:18,523 --> 00:39:20,441 You know you need nunique-- 959 00:39:20,441 --> 00:39:21,651 - [chuckles] - Try again. 960 00:39:21,651 --> 00:39:23,987 You know you need nunique New Nork-- 961 00:39:23,987 --> 00:39:25,280 [laughs] 962 00:39:25,280 --> 00:39:27,365 Just when I thought I knew how to talk. 963 00:39:27,365 --> 00:39:31,911 You need to clearly enunciate each vowel and syllable 964 00:39:31,911 --> 00:39:34,038 with clarity and confidence. 965 00:39:34,038 --> 00:39:35,790 I understand most perfectly. 966 00:39:35,790 --> 00:39:37,584 I am currently speaking 967 00:39:37,584 --> 00:39:40,753 with eloquent diction and confidence. 968 00:39:40,753 --> 00:39:42,964 Why is it so hard for you to be serious? 969 00:39:42,964 --> 00:39:45,216 [chuckles] 970 00:39:45,216 --> 00:39:46,301 Right. 971 00:39:47,802 --> 00:39:48,720 Okay... 972 00:39:50,888 --> 00:39:52,765 no mics running, 973 00:39:52,765 --> 00:39:53,975 off the record, 974 00:39:53,975 --> 00:39:56,227 why did you really start TripleDate? 975 00:39:56,227 --> 00:39:59,814 I wanted to bring people together. 976 00:39:59,814 --> 00:40:02,692 And money doesn’t factor into it? 977 00:40:02,692 --> 00:40:05,903 Okay, you really want to know what TripleDate’s about? 978 00:40:05,903 --> 00:40:07,697 Yes, I really do. 979 00:40:08,990 --> 00:40:10,325 [sighs] Okay. 980 00:40:11,701 --> 00:40:13,661 - Well, when I was a kid... - Mm-hmm. 981 00:40:13,661 --> 00:40:15,330 my dad passed away. 982 00:40:15,330 --> 00:40:17,457 Oh. John, I am so sorry. 983 00:40:17,457 --> 00:40:19,125 No, no, no. It’s okay. 984 00:40:19,125 --> 00:40:21,210 I’ve made my peace with it. 985 00:40:21,210 --> 00:40:25,548 But the point is, I will always remember 986 00:40:25,548 --> 00:40:28,134 the relationship he and my mom had. 987 00:40:28,134 --> 00:40:31,596 They were so good together. [laughs] 988 00:40:31,596 --> 00:40:33,973 And I guess I just want to give people the... 989 00:40:33,973 --> 00:40:36,851 opportunity to discover the kind of happiness 990 00:40:36,851 --> 00:40:39,854 that they got to share, 991 00:40:39,854 --> 00:40:43,441 even if it was only for a couple years. 992 00:40:46,944 --> 00:40:50,114 I was not expecting that. 993 00:40:50,114 --> 00:40:51,491 [chuckles] 994 00:40:51,491 --> 00:40:55,787 I honestly believe TripleDate can help people. 995 00:40:55,787 --> 00:40:58,790 I mean, the world’s crazy enough, right? 996 00:40:58,790 --> 00:41:01,709 If my app can make it easier 997 00:41:01,709 --> 00:41:03,544 for you to find your soul mate... 998 00:41:05,213 --> 00:41:07,131 why wouldn’t you want to give it a try? 999 00:41:10,218 --> 00:41:11,719 Well, when you put it that way... 1000 00:41:11,719 --> 00:41:12,929 [chuckles] 1001 00:41:12,929 --> 00:41:14,472 doesn’t sound so bad. 1002 00:41:18,810 --> 00:41:20,728 [music playing] 1003 00:41:26,776 --> 00:41:28,361 Morning. 1004 00:41:28,361 --> 00:41:30,196 What are you doing here so early? 1005 00:41:30,196 --> 00:41:32,073 I got a surprise for you. 1006 00:41:32,073 --> 00:41:33,991 A surprise? 1007 00:41:33,991 --> 00:41:35,201 Wait there. 1008 00:41:36,285 --> 00:41:38,454 [wheels scraping] 1009 00:41:40,164 --> 00:41:43,042 I thought you could do with some new chairs. 1010 00:41:43,042 --> 00:41:44,335 [John chuckles] 1011 00:41:44,335 --> 00:41:46,004 Well... 1012 00:41:46,004 --> 00:41:48,256 Huh? 1013 00:41:48,256 --> 00:41:50,299 This is so much better. 1014 00:41:50,299 --> 00:41:51,300 Right? 1015 00:41:51,300 --> 00:41:53,428 I also brought this. 1016 00:41:53,428 --> 00:41:55,012 And what’s that? 1017 00:41:55,012 --> 00:41:56,848 It’s a new suite of software I wrote 1018 00:41:56,848 --> 00:41:58,516 for Bea’s sound monitoring system, 1019 00:41:58,516 --> 00:42:00,601 if you’ll let me upload it. 1020 00:42:00,601 --> 00:42:02,478 We go live in an hour. 1021 00:42:02,478 --> 00:42:03,563 It’s all pretty straightforward. 1022 00:42:03,563 --> 00:42:05,440 Even I could run your show with this. 1023 00:42:05,440 --> 00:42:06,983 Oh, well, must be simple, then. 1024 00:42:06,983 --> 00:42:09,277 Ho ho ho. Nice. 1025 00:42:09,277 --> 00:42:10,611 Yeah? 1026 00:42:10,611 --> 00:42:13,156 Okay. [laughs] 1027 00:42:14,282 --> 00:42:15,199 You’re gonna love this. 1028 00:42:16,659 --> 00:42:18,995 Hey, you know this won’t influence 1029 00:42:18,995 --> 00:42:20,663 what I say about the app, right? 1030 00:42:20,663 --> 00:42:22,957 I know, but with this new software, 1031 00:42:22,957 --> 00:42:25,960 even I’ll be able to hear you roasting me in full stereo. 1032 00:42:25,960 --> 00:42:26,878 [laughs] 1033 00:42:29,338 --> 00:42:31,257 [music playing] 1034 00:42:36,721 --> 00:42:38,806 Thank you so much. I love the show. 1035 00:42:38,806 --> 00:42:40,808 Oh, well, thank you for listening. 1036 00:42:42,810 --> 00:42:44,353 You get that all the time? 1037 00:42:44,353 --> 00:42:46,189 Every once in a while, maybe. 1038 00:42:46,189 --> 00:42:47,398 That’s cool. 1039 00:42:47,398 --> 00:42:48,441 Haven’t you heard? 1040 00:42:48,441 --> 00:42:50,151 I am, very. 1041 00:42:50,151 --> 00:42:51,402 I never doubted it. 1042 00:42:51,402 --> 00:42:53,362 [both laugh] 1043 00:42:57,033 --> 00:43:01,704 So, John, the new chairs and software, 1044 00:43:01,704 --> 00:43:03,956 seriously, what was all that about? 1045 00:43:03,956 --> 00:43:05,583 Well, don’t tell anyone, 1046 00:43:05,583 --> 00:43:08,920 but, uh, kind of like being on your show. 1047 00:43:08,920 --> 00:43:11,088 - Can I get that in writing? - [chuckles] 1048 00:43:11,088 --> 00:43:14,425 Watching you and Bea, you really love what you do. 1049 00:43:14,425 --> 00:43:16,135 Passionate. You’re dedicated. 1050 00:43:16,135 --> 00:43:17,929 I respect that. 1051 00:43:17,929 --> 00:43:20,181 You know, when people like our show, 1052 00:43:20,181 --> 00:43:21,849 they usually just tweet us. 1053 00:43:21,849 --> 00:43:25,478 How is our segment going down with your listeners, anyway? 1054 00:43:25,478 --> 00:43:27,772 I have to admit they do like it. 1055 00:43:27,772 --> 00:43:30,149 I know you think that I don’t have any integrity, 1056 00:43:30,149 --> 00:43:31,567 but I take TripleDate 1057 00:43:31,567 --> 00:43:33,111 as seriously as you take your show. 1058 00:43:33,111 --> 00:43:35,530 But I thought you liked everything all loosey-goosey. 1059 00:43:35,530 --> 00:43:37,198 Okay, this may come as a surprise, 1060 00:43:37,198 --> 00:43:39,325 but I am always working on the app. 1061 00:43:39,325 --> 00:43:41,494 In fact, I’m doing some research this evening. 1062 00:43:41,494 --> 00:43:43,204 - Research? - Yep. 1063 00:43:43,204 --> 00:43:45,748 You know how TripleDate finds activities. 1064 00:43:45,748 --> 00:43:49,669 Well, I like to go check them out from time to time, 1065 00:43:49,669 --> 00:43:53,089 and I think maybe tonight you should come with me. 1066 00:43:53,089 --> 00:43:55,174 You’re taking me on a date? 1067 00:43:55,174 --> 00:43:56,509 It’s not a date. 1068 00:43:56,509 --> 00:43:58,553 We’re scouting an activity for a date. 1069 00:43:58,553 --> 00:43:59,637 Yeah, sounds like a date. 1070 00:43:59,637 --> 00:44:00,805 Not a date. 1071 00:44:00,805 --> 00:44:02,557 Well, as flattered as I am, 1072 00:44:02,557 --> 00:44:04,851 I have a lot of work to do for tomorrow’s show. 1073 00:44:04,851 --> 00:44:06,811 Okay, you know how I said that I respect people 1074 00:44:06,811 --> 00:44:08,521 - that are dedicated? - Mm-hmm. 1075 00:44:08,521 --> 00:44:11,315 I also respect people that take the evening off. 1076 00:44:11,315 --> 00:44:12,942 Come on. Let me text you the address 1077 00:44:12,942 --> 00:44:14,235 to where to meet me later. 1078 00:44:14,235 --> 00:44:16,404 All I ask for is a half-hour of your time. 1079 00:44:16,404 --> 00:44:19,657 Okay, if you don’t like it, you can go right back to work. 1080 00:44:19,657 --> 00:44:21,868 Really appreciate your opinion. 1081 00:44:21,868 --> 00:44:24,662 [groans] 1082 00:44:24,662 --> 00:44:26,789 That sounds like a yes. 1083 00:44:26,789 --> 00:44:28,541 [music playing] 1084 00:44:28,541 --> 00:44:30,459 [ducks quacking] 1085 00:44:39,385 --> 00:44:42,179 JOHN: See? What’d I tell you? 1086 00:44:42,179 --> 00:44:44,891 MADDIE: It is a beautiful location. 1087 00:44:44,891 --> 00:44:46,809 Thank you. And you never would have tried it 1088 00:44:46,809 --> 00:44:48,311 if it wasn’t for TripleDate. 1089 00:44:48,311 --> 00:44:51,355 Yeah. I definitely wouldn’t normally be sitting 1090 00:44:51,355 --> 00:44:53,941 in a swan at this time of day. 1091 00:44:55,943 --> 00:44:59,155 But come on. The whole three-date part of it, 1092 00:44:59,155 --> 00:45:01,115 you can’t actually be serious. 1093 00:45:01,115 --> 00:45:03,034 That’s why it comes with a guarantee. 1094 00:45:03,034 --> 00:45:04,785 Three dates, or your money back. 1095 00:45:04,785 --> 00:45:06,704 If it was really just about making money, 1096 00:45:06,704 --> 00:45:08,164 then I’d have people paying for years, 1097 00:45:08,164 --> 00:45:09,248 like every other dating app. 1098 00:45:09,248 --> 00:45:10,875 How’d you get into 1099 00:45:10,875 --> 00:45:13,836 the whole online dating scene, anyways? 1100 00:45:13,836 --> 00:45:15,630 Well, if you really want to know, 1101 00:45:15,630 --> 00:45:17,423 I can take you to where it all began 1102 00:45:17,423 --> 00:45:19,050 and explain it to you, 1103 00:45:19,050 --> 00:45:21,761 but it’s gonna cost you another couple extra hours. 1104 00:45:21,761 --> 00:45:23,596 Ooh. Should I risk it? 1105 00:45:23,596 --> 00:45:25,264 I mean, I did convince you 1106 00:45:25,264 --> 00:45:27,016 to get into a giant swan with me. 1107 00:45:27,016 --> 00:45:29,435 Ugh. You did, and I have no regrets. 1108 00:45:29,435 --> 00:45:32,021 [both laugh] 1109 00:45:32,021 --> 00:45:33,606 And I bet I could even persuade you 1110 00:45:33,606 --> 00:45:35,232 to give steering a shot. 1111 00:45:35,232 --> 00:45:37,193 Ooh. I don’t know. You think that’s a good idea? 1112 00:45:37,193 --> 00:45:38,277 Come on. Yes. 1113 00:45:38,277 --> 00:45:39,487 You haven’t seen me drive yet. 1114 00:45:39,487 --> 00:45:41,072 - I trust you. Just-- - Okay. 1115 00:45:41,072 --> 00:45:42,823 - Just don’t crash us, please. - All right. 1116 00:45:42,823 --> 00:45:44,742 [quacking] 1117 00:45:51,958 --> 00:45:53,459 JOHN: Are you hungry? 1118 00:45:53,459 --> 00:45:55,086 Depends where you’re taking me. 1119 00:46:00,216 --> 00:46:03,678 [restaurant chatter] 1120 00:46:03,678 --> 00:46:05,554 - Hmm? - Wow. 1121 00:46:05,554 --> 00:46:07,890 This is where it all began. 1122 00:46:07,890 --> 00:46:09,558 How did you even find this place? 1123 00:46:09,558 --> 00:46:11,560 Oh, I been eating here since I was a kid. 1124 00:46:11,560 --> 00:46:12,853 Oh. 1125 00:46:12,853 --> 00:46:15,189 When I first started designing TripleDate, 1126 00:46:15,189 --> 00:46:16,607 this is where I’d come. 1127 00:46:16,607 --> 00:46:18,567 Wow. It’s really pretty. 1128 00:46:19,694 --> 00:46:21,320 - Johnny! - Lorenzo! 1129 00:46:21,320 --> 00:46:22,446 [both laugh] 1130 00:46:22,446 --> 00:46:23,864 Johnny? 1131 00:46:23,864 --> 00:46:26,575 I told you I been coming here since I was a kid. 1132 00:46:26,575 --> 00:46:29,829 Che bella sorpreso. 1133 00:46:29,829 --> 00:46:31,080 You look well. 1134 00:46:31,080 --> 00:46:32,915 - You, too. - Ah. 1135 00:46:32,915 --> 00:46:34,083 And? 1136 00:46:34,083 --> 00:46:37,044 Oh, this is Maddie, Maddie McKenzie. 1137 00:46:37,044 --> 00:46:39,380 Oh! From the radio. 1138 00:46:39,380 --> 00:46:40,840 Yes. Nice to meet you. 1139 00:46:40,840 --> 00:46:42,299 Piacere. 1140 00:46:42,299 --> 00:46:45,428 I-I get your usual table ready. 1141 00:46:45,428 --> 00:46:47,221 - Grazie. - Prego. 1142 00:46:47,221 --> 00:46:49,140 I’ve known him for forever. 1143 00:46:49,140 --> 00:46:52,018 You know, I don’t think I’ve ever gone to dinner 1144 00:46:52,018 --> 00:46:53,644 with someone who has a usual table. 1145 00:46:53,644 --> 00:46:55,813 Ah! So you’re gonna stay for dinner. 1146 00:46:55,813 --> 00:46:57,231 Maddie McKenzie approves? 1147 00:46:57,231 --> 00:47:00,609 Well, I mean, you’ve taken me all this way. 1148 00:47:04,280 --> 00:47:06,741 Oh! Well, thank you. 1149 00:47:10,995 --> 00:47:13,539 This is such a beautiful place. 1150 00:47:13,539 --> 00:47:15,916 Ah. I like her. 1151 00:47:15,916 --> 00:47:17,334 You bring her back. 1152 00:47:17,334 --> 00:47:18,669 Oh, yes. 1153 00:47:18,669 --> 00:47:21,422 I know just what to cook for you both. 1154 00:47:23,466 --> 00:47:26,886 So is this one of your TripleDate locations as well? 1155 00:47:26,886 --> 00:47:31,348 Nope. Some places, you have to keep for special occasions. 1156 00:47:33,476 --> 00:47:37,354 All right. You said you’d tell me the story of TripleDate. 1157 00:47:37,354 --> 00:47:41,400 Yes. So my mom and dad had their first date here. 1158 00:47:41,400 --> 00:47:43,069 Aww. 1159 00:47:43,069 --> 00:47:47,323 They would take Mel and I here every week as kids, 1160 00:47:47,323 --> 00:47:49,408 and in all those years, 1161 00:47:49,408 --> 00:47:53,204 I rarely saw a couple who had what they had. 1162 00:47:53,204 --> 00:47:55,331 It inspired me to want help people find 1163 00:47:55,331 --> 00:47:59,001 the kind of connection that my parents had. 1164 00:47:59,001 --> 00:48:02,421 That got me thinking that maybe there was... 1165 00:48:02,421 --> 00:48:05,091 an algorithm for compatibility. 1166 00:48:05,091 --> 00:48:06,634 I’ve always been good with tech, 1167 00:48:06,634 --> 00:48:08,719 so one thing led to another 1168 00:48:08,719 --> 00:48:11,388 and TripleDate. 1169 00:48:12,807 --> 00:48:15,017 Oh. Oh, wow. 1170 00:48:15,017 --> 00:48:16,393 - Whoa. - [laughs] 1171 00:48:16,393 --> 00:48:18,562 Bistecca alla griglia. 1172 00:48:18,562 --> 00:48:19,605 Enjoy. 1173 00:48:19,605 --> 00:48:21,148 Thank you. 1174 00:48:21,148 --> 00:48:23,192 - Wow. This looks incredible. - Oh, yeah. 1175 00:48:23,192 --> 00:48:25,986 If I was on a date with a man that could cook like this, 1176 00:48:25,986 --> 00:48:27,780 I would definitely come back for seconds. 1177 00:48:27,780 --> 00:48:29,782 Well, I do cook, you know. 1178 00:48:29,782 --> 00:48:31,242 - Is that so? - Yes. 1179 00:48:31,242 --> 00:48:32,868 Lorenzo taught my dad and I. 1180 00:48:32,868 --> 00:48:35,538 My mom insisted that a man should know how to cook. 1181 00:48:35,538 --> 00:48:36,872 Hmm. 1182 00:48:36,872 --> 00:48:39,416 Okay, I know that you’re the interviewer, 1183 00:48:39,416 --> 00:48:41,502 you know, but I’ve talked enough about me. 1184 00:48:41,502 --> 00:48:45,089 I want to know about the famous Maddison McKenzie. 1185 00:48:45,089 --> 00:48:47,758 Well, what do you want to know? 1186 00:48:47,758 --> 00:48:50,094 Well, beyond the radio show, 1187 00:48:50,094 --> 00:48:52,429 beyond filing and indexing... 1188 00:48:52,429 --> 00:48:53,639 [chuckles] 1189 00:48:53,639 --> 00:48:55,724 what do you enjoy? 1190 00:48:55,724 --> 00:48:57,810 You’re gonna think it sounds boring. 1191 00:48:57,810 --> 00:48:58,978 Try me. 1192 00:49:00,229 --> 00:49:01,772 I love books. 1193 00:49:01,772 --> 00:49:03,524 I love reading them. I love collecting them. 1194 00:49:03,524 --> 00:49:06,152 I love the smell of them. I love the feel of them. 1195 00:49:06,152 --> 00:49:08,821 Okay. Yeah, I’m more of an e-book kind of guy, 1196 00:49:08,821 --> 00:49:11,574 No, there’s no romance in e-books. 1197 00:49:11,574 --> 00:49:14,368 I thought Maddie McKenzie didn’t do romance. 1198 00:49:14,368 --> 00:49:15,452 Well... 1199 00:49:17,663 --> 00:49:19,081 Favorite book. 1200 00:49:19,081 --> 00:49:20,666 Oh, it’s gotta be Wuthering Heights. 1201 00:49:20,666 --> 00:49:22,793 Ooh, Emily Bronte. 1202 00:49:22,793 --> 00:49:24,378 - Yes. Yeah. - Nice. 1203 00:49:24,378 --> 00:49:27,923 My mom had this beautiful edition. 1204 00:49:27,923 --> 00:49:29,341 It was really rare, 1205 00:49:29,341 --> 00:49:31,218 with the Bronte family crest right on the spine. 1206 00:49:31,218 --> 00:49:34,054 Although, when I was two, I took a bite 1207 00:49:34,054 --> 00:49:36,765 out of the corner of it and left teeth marks. 1208 00:49:36,765 --> 00:49:38,851 [laughing] 1209 00:49:38,851 --> 00:49:40,561 It had been in her family forever, 1210 00:49:40,561 --> 00:49:43,147 and I chewed on it like a candy bar. 1211 00:49:43,147 --> 00:49:44,940 Okay. 1212 00:49:44,940 --> 00:49:46,942 Anyways... 1213 00:49:46,942 --> 00:49:49,195 when my mom trusted me enough to read it 1214 00:49:49,195 --> 00:49:52,156 and not eat it... [laughs] 1215 00:49:52,156 --> 00:49:57,203 it became the first adult book that-- 1216 00:49:57,203 --> 00:49:59,997 that I ever really got lost in. 1217 00:50:01,332 --> 00:50:03,125 Heathcliff and Cathy, 1218 00:50:03,125 --> 00:50:05,836 the world’s ultimate romantic lovers. 1219 00:50:05,836 --> 00:50:09,548 You are full of surprises tonight, John Reed. 1220 00:50:11,133 --> 00:50:13,219 It was my mom’s favorite book, too. 1221 00:50:13,219 --> 00:50:15,429 She even named me after Cathy. 1222 00:50:15,429 --> 00:50:17,223 Wait a minute. Your name is Maddison. 1223 00:50:17,223 --> 00:50:18,933 Oh, you are quick. 1224 00:50:18,933 --> 00:50:21,060 But my middle name is Catherine. 1225 00:50:21,060 --> 00:50:22,895 - Ah. - In fact, after I read it, 1226 00:50:22,895 --> 00:50:25,272 I had everyone call me Cathy for three weeks. 1227 00:50:25,272 --> 00:50:27,900 [laughing] 1228 00:50:27,900 --> 00:50:29,985 I was 12. 1229 00:50:29,985 --> 00:50:31,987 Well, okay, when I was 12, 1230 00:50:31,987 --> 00:50:34,240 I wanted everybody to call me Butch. 1231 00:50:34,240 --> 00:50:35,324 Butch? 1232 00:50:35,324 --> 00:50:36,909 - Cassidy. - Oh. 1233 00:50:36,909 --> 00:50:38,327 You know, the cowboy. 1234 00:50:38,327 --> 00:50:40,329 You know, now I kinda see it. 1235 00:50:40,329 --> 00:50:42,706 [chuckles] 1236 00:50:42,706 --> 00:50:44,875 My parents were book collectors, 1237 00:50:44,875 --> 00:50:47,253 but they sold their entire library, 1238 00:50:47,253 --> 00:50:50,631 that edition included, to send me to college. 1239 00:50:50,631 --> 00:50:52,925 I can’t tell you how many bookstores 1240 00:50:52,925 --> 00:50:55,803 I’ve gone to looking for one like it. 1241 00:50:55,803 --> 00:50:59,431 I knew there was a romantic in there somewhere. 1242 00:51:00,516 --> 00:51:03,102 Well, I’ll have to say, 1243 00:51:03,102 --> 00:51:07,064 I did not think that you’d know Wuthering Heights. 1244 00:51:07,064 --> 00:51:10,442 Well, maybe there’s more to both of us than meets the eye. 1245 00:51:18,158 --> 00:51:20,411 This place is really something. 1246 00:51:20,411 --> 00:51:23,080 It’s very special to me. 1247 00:51:24,540 --> 00:51:26,125 I want to return the gesture 1248 00:51:26,125 --> 00:51:28,627 and take you someplace that’s special to me. 1249 00:51:29,837 --> 00:51:31,338 What are you doing tomorrow night? 1250 00:51:33,549 --> 00:51:35,801 - Okay, keep it open. - [chuckles] 1251 00:51:35,801 --> 00:51:37,886 You’re not scared of heights, are you? 1252 00:51:42,308 --> 00:51:44,351 [music playing] 1253 00:51:50,733 --> 00:51:52,609 JOHN: All right, I admit it. 1254 00:51:52,609 --> 00:51:53,694 I’m impressed. 1255 00:51:57,990 --> 00:51:59,241 Wow. 1256 00:52:05,122 --> 00:52:06,582 Incredible. 1257 00:52:13,047 --> 00:52:14,548 MADDIE: Breathtaking. 1258 00:52:24,892 --> 00:52:26,810 [music playing] 1259 00:52:32,733 --> 00:52:34,651 [birds chirping] 1260 00:52:43,994 --> 00:52:45,412 Okay. 1261 00:52:45,412 --> 00:52:50,584 I think I’ve finished up the feedback. 1262 00:52:50,584 --> 00:52:52,252 Ready for date two. 1263 00:52:53,504 --> 00:52:55,172 [chime rings] 1264 00:52:55,172 --> 00:52:56,799 - Hmm. - Who is it? 1265 00:52:56,799 --> 00:52:57,966 Uh... 1266 00:52:57,966 --> 00:53:00,844 - ohh. - Mm! 1267 00:53:03,305 --> 00:53:05,474 [sighs] 1268 00:53:05,474 --> 00:53:07,810 You know you need nunique New-- 1269 00:53:07,810 --> 00:53:09,186 [chuckles] 1270 00:53:09,186 --> 00:53:13,440 [sighs] 1271 00:53:17,653 --> 00:53:21,573 Let’s see who the fates have in store for me. 1272 00:53:24,535 --> 00:53:25,994 [chime rings] 1273 00:53:29,289 --> 00:53:31,208 [music playing] 1274 00:53:38,173 --> 00:53:40,217 [sighs] 1275 00:53:40,217 --> 00:53:42,344 [cheering] 1276 00:53:42,344 --> 00:53:43,929 [overlapping chatter] 1277 00:53:48,475 --> 00:53:50,936 I know what you’re all waiting for. 1278 00:53:50,936 --> 00:53:52,646 It’s time for our lovebirds 1279 00:53:52,646 --> 00:53:56,483 to give us an update on the Three-Date Challenge. 1280 00:53:56,483 --> 00:53:58,277 How are you doing this morning, guys? 1281 00:53:58,277 --> 00:54:02,531 Well, I have some exciting and surprising news. 1282 00:54:02,531 --> 00:54:03,991 TripleDate has paired me up 1283 00:54:03,991 --> 00:54:06,743 to go on a second date with Kevin. 1284 00:54:06,743 --> 00:54:07,828 Really? 1285 00:54:07,828 --> 00:54:09,872 Yeah. I gave the app my feedback, 1286 00:54:09,872 --> 00:54:11,540 and this is what it suggested. 1287 00:54:11,540 --> 00:54:14,751 Well, it must think you’re a good match. 1288 00:54:14,751 --> 00:54:17,880 [chuckles] Well, I accepted, and so did he, 1289 00:54:17,880 --> 00:54:21,133 so we’re going on a couples baking class. 1290 00:54:21,133 --> 00:54:22,342 Oh, dear. 1291 00:54:22,342 --> 00:54:25,137 I know. I am sorry, Kevin. 1292 00:54:25,137 --> 00:54:28,932 You are about to find out what a truly terrible cook I am. 1293 00:54:28,932 --> 00:54:31,977 I mean, at least if you give him food poisoning, 1294 00:54:31,977 --> 00:54:34,104 he’s medically trained. Okay. 1295 00:54:34,104 --> 00:54:35,689 [Bea laughs] 1296 00:54:35,689 --> 00:54:37,774 And how ’bout you, John? 1297 00:54:37,774 --> 00:54:41,069 What does TripleDate have planned for you? 1298 00:54:41,069 --> 00:54:43,655 Well, the app’s paired me up with someone new. 1299 00:54:43,655 --> 00:54:46,492 Um, her name is Annie, 1300 00:54:46,492 --> 00:54:49,161 and she’s an interior decorator. 1301 00:54:49,161 --> 00:54:50,996 And where are you going? 1302 00:54:53,832 --> 00:54:55,000 Boating in the park. 1303 00:54:56,585 --> 00:55:01,006 Well, those sound like two very interesting stories. 1304 00:55:03,592 --> 00:55:06,887 KEVIN: Why is it that I can extract an appendix, 1305 00:55:06,887 --> 00:55:09,223 but I can’t get a handle on this recipe? 1306 00:55:09,223 --> 00:55:11,725 It is a beginners class, too. 1307 00:55:11,725 --> 00:55:13,143 - Thanks. - [laughs] 1308 00:55:13,143 --> 00:55:16,438 Okay, surgeon, how ’bout you cut up these, 1309 00:55:16,438 --> 00:55:18,023 and I will get to mixing. 1310 00:55:18,023 --> 00:55:19,566 That, I can handle. 1311 00:55:24,238 --> 00:55:25,989 Hey, Maddie... 1312 00:55:25,989 --> 00:55:28,659 thanks for giving me a second chance. 1313 00:55:28,659 --> 00:55:32,120 You didn’t seem that into me on the show. 1314 00:55:32,120 --> 00:55:34,414 [sighs] You were listening? 1315 00:55:34,414 --> 00:55:35,832 Of course. 1316 00:55:35,832 --> 00:55:38,252 Well, it wasn’t you. I just wanted-- 1317 00:55:38,252 --> 00:55:41,547 To make John Reed’s app seem stupid. 1318 00:55:41,547 --> 00:55:43,215 Oh, dear. 1319 00:55:43,215 --> 00:55:45,342 Okay, you know me already. 1320 00:55:45,342 --> 00:55:47,386 Not as much as I’d like to. 1321 00:55:49,263 --> 00:55:51,515 Okay, you keep your eyes on the strawberries. 1322 00:55:56,311 --> 00:55:58,355 So why do you think the app paired us together? 1323 00:55:58,355 --> 00:56:00,899 Well, apparently it thought we’d be a good match. 1324 00:56:00,899 --> 00:56:03,235 Okay, I have to admit I know who you are. 1325 00:56:04,611 --> 00:56:06,780 The tech guy from the radio? 1326 00:56:06,780 --> 00:56:08,365 No, no, it’s cool. 1327 00:56:08,365 --> 00:56:09,866 I heard you setting up Maddie McKenzie 1328 00:56:09,866 --> 00:56:11,618 the first time you went on her show. 1329 00:56:11,618 --> 00:56:15,330 Yeah, actually feel really bad about that. 1330 00:56:15,330 --> 00:56:17,958 She’s--She’s really great. 1331 00:56:17,958 --> 00:56:19,710 Well, she might be really great, 1332 00:56:19,710 --> 00:56:22,379 but she’s not really here now, is she? [chuckles] 1333 00:56:22,379 --> 00:56:24,590 Nope. 1334 00:56:24,590 --> 00:56:26,633 No, you know why I think your app picked me? 1335 00:56:26,633 --> 00:56:28,176 Because we both know what we want, 1336 00:56:28,176 --> 00:56:30,137 and we’re both not afraid to take charge. 1337 00:56:30,137 --> 00:56:31,722 You think? 1338 00:56:31,722 --> 00:56:33,682 Oh, I’ve got your number, John Reed. 1339 00:56:36,018 --> 00:56:37,644 - Okay, no phones on the date... - I just-- 1340 00:56:37,644 --> 00:56:39,646 unless we’re gonna take a selfie. 1341 00:56:39,646 --> 00:56:41,732 Oh, no, I’m sorry. I just wanted to check one thing. 1342 00:56:41,732 --> 00:56:43,108 Wait. Just be careful, please, ’cause-- 1343 00:56:44,860 --> 00:56:46,612 ANNIE: Ohh. 1344 00:56:46,612 --> 00:56:48,739 Don’t suppose you got any scuba gear, do you? 1345 00:56:49,823 --> 00:56:50,907 Nope. 1346 00:56:50,907 --> 00:56:52,868 [chuckles] 1347 00:56:52,868 --> 00:56:54,786 [music playing] 1348 00:57:02,836 --> 00:57:04,129 KEVIN: Uh... 1349 00:57:04,129 --> 00:57:07,633 doesn’t-- It’s supposed to be risen. 1350 00:57:07,633 --> 00:57:11,178 I did tell you I was the world’s worst cook. 1351 00:57:11,178 --> 00:57:14,056 Yeah, I didn’t believe it until right now. 1352 00:57:14,056 --> 00:57:16,433 How can something smell like it’s burning, 1353 00:57:16,433 --> 00:57:18,644 yet still look undercooked? 1354 00:57:18,644 --> 00:57:20,354 Yeah. 1355 00:57:20,354 --> 00:57:24,524 Okay, you just gotta be merciful on the show if it tastes bad. 1356 00:57:24,524 --> 00:57:26,568 - No, absolutely not, no. - Wha-- 1357 00:57:26,568 --> 00:57:28,695 I am totally blaming you if it tastes bad. 1358 00:57:28,695 --> 00:57:31,657 Okay. 1359 00:57:31,657 --> 00:57:33,700 Ahem. Why do I feel 1360 00:57:33,700 --> 00:57:36,161 like I’m taking my life into my own hands right now? 1361 00:57:36,161 --> 00:57:37,454 [clears throat] 1362 00:57:39,498 --> 00:57:40,999 Mmm. 1363 00:57:40,999 --> 00:57:42,668 Uh--[clears throat] 1364 00:57:42,668 --> 00:57:44,419 I’m a--I’m alive. 1365 00:57:44,419 --> 00:57:46,421 - No. - I don’t-- 1366 00:57:46,421 --> 00:57:48,298 No! 1367 00:57:48,298 --> 00:57:50,842 How does that taste bad? 1368 00:57:50,842 --> 00:57:53,220 ANNIE: So you been boating here before? 1369 00:57:53,220 --> 00:57:54,596 Once. 1370 00:57:56,515 --> 00:57:58,183 And did it go differently than this? 1371 00:57:58,183 --> 00:57:59,101 Very. 1372 00:58:05,982 --> 00:58:08,318 Hey, I, uh, have a question. 1373 00:58:08,318 --> 00:58:12,072 Uh, if TripleDate pairs us for a third date, 1374 00:58:12,072 --> 00:58:14,533 would you be down? 1375 00:58:17,077 --> 00:58:19,329 Let’s just see what the app says. 1376 00:58:19,329 --> 00:58:21,873 [chuckles] Right. 1377 00:58:23,667 --> 00:58:26,169 Well, thank you for today. 1378 00:58:26,169 --> 00:58:28,255 - [chuckles] - And good luck with the show. 1379 00:58:28,255 --> 00:58:30,674 Thank you. And good luck with... 1380 00:58:30,674 --> 00:58:31,675 surgery. 1381 00:58:31,675 --> 00:58:32,676 [both laugh] 1382 00:58:32,676 --> 00:58:34,219 - Thanks. - [sighs] 1383 00:58:34,219 --> 00:58:37,556 Well, thanks again. 1384 00:58:37,556 --> 00:58:39,015 Bye. 1385 00:58:40,183 --> 00:58:41,685 Bye. 1386 00:58:43,603 --> 00:58:45,564 [cell phone ringtone] 1387 00:58:45,564 --> 00:58:46,815 JOHN: Hey, Mel. 1388 00:58:46,815 --> 00:58:49,276 Hey, John. Just relaxing at home. 1389 00:58:49,276 --> 00:58:53,280 Now come on. Spill. 1390 00:58:53,280 --> 00:58:56,366 [sighs] I don’t want to talk about it. 1391 00:58:56,366 --> 00:58:57,701 Oh, no. 1392 00:58:57,701 --> 00:58:58,910 Yep. 1393 00:58:58,910 --> 00:59:00,787 Well, what’s wrong now? 1394 00:59:00,787 --> 00:59:03,457 She just wasn’t... 1395 00:59:03,457 --> 00:59:05,041 Wasn’t what? 1396 00:59:05,041 --> 00:59:07,002 The one. You know, this "one" 1397 00:59:07,002 --> 00:59:09,796 that I keep telling people I can help them find. 1398 00:59:09,796 --> 00:59:12,466 If TripleDate’s designer can’t find love, 1399 00:59:12,466 --> 00:59:14,760 that doesn’t bode well for marketing. 1400 00:59:14,760 --> 00:59:16,386 What do you want me to do? 1401 00:59:16,386 --> 00:59:18,221 Tell people that it was a hit again? 1402 00:59:18,221 --> 00:59:19,973 Why not? 1403 00:59:19,973 --> 00:59:22,350 Yeah, because Maddie was so convinced last time. 1404 00:59:23,435 --> 00:59:24,686 No, I just-- 1405 00:59:24,686 --> 00:59:26,688 I don’t want to play games anymore. 1406 00:59:26,688 --> 00:59:29,107 Like Maddie said, if the app’s gonna be taken seriously, 1407 00:59:29,107 --> 00:59:31,777 then so do I. 1408 00:59:31,777 --> 00:59:33,779 I’m glad you’ve got some integrity. 1409 00:59:33,779 --> 00:59:36,698 I just wish you found it after the launch of the app. 1410 00:59:36,698 --> 00:59:38,492 Good night. 1411 00:59:43,079 --> 00:59:46,666 I’m not saying I’m one date away from my forever partner, 1412 00:59:46,666 --> 00:59:49,252 but I had fun. 1413 00:59:49,252 --> 00:59:52,839 Ooh. Well, that sounds like a breakthrough, Maddie. 1414 00:59:55,342 --> 00:59:58,345 Um, yep. See, I told you TripleDate works. 1415 00:59:58,345 --> 00:59:59,930 I’m very happy for you, Maddie. 1416 00:59:59,930 --> 01:00:01,223 Thank you. 1417 01:00:01,223 --> 01:00:02,599 And if I’m being honest, 1418 01:00:02,599 --> 01:00:05,519 my own date wasn’t a great success. 1419 01:00:05,519 --> 01:00:07,521 Aww. I’m sorry to hear that, John. 1420 01:00:07,521 --> 01:00:10,190 Yeah, Annie was enthusiastic, 1421 01:00:10,190 --> 01:00:12,901 but, uh, definitely... 1422 01:00:12,901 --> 01:00:14,528 not the one. 1423 01:00:14,528 --> 01:00:17,447 I told you to pretend! 1424 01:00:17,447 --> 01:00:18,365 [sighs] 1425 01:00:22,369 --> 01:00:25,330 Well, we still have the third date left. 1426 01:00:25,330 --> 01:00:27,624 Who knows what will happen then? 1427 01:00:32,087 --> 01:00:35,090 Another good show, guys. 1428 01:00:35,090 --> 01:00:37,300 You know, I’m really glad things are working out 1429 01:00:37,300 --> 01:00:39,052 with you and Kevin. 1430 01:00:39,052 --> 01:00:41,555 I must say he is quite the dish. 1431 01:00:41,555 --> 01:00:44,558 Slow your roll, Bea. I only said I liked him. 1432 01:00:44,558 --> 01:00:46,685 - Yeah. - Listen, um, 1433 01:00:46,685 --> 01:00:49,688 I’m not gonna be able to be in for the next show. 1434 01:00:49,688 --> 01:00:51,106 Oh. Uh... 1435 01:00:51,106 --> 01:00:53,024 Yeah, I have my, uh, press conference 1436 01:00:53,024 --> 01:00:54,776 for the TripleDate national launch, 1437 01:00:54,776 --> 01:00:57,320 so I really need to be on my A game. 1438 01:00:57,320 --> 01:00:59,948 Well, do you want some more help with your public speaking? 1439 01:00:59,948 --> 01:01:02,659 No. Nah, you seem busy enough. 1440 01:01:05,620 --> 01:01:07,831 John, best of luck on your launch. 1441 01:01:07,831 --> 01:01:10,250 Oh, and happy birthday. 1442 01:01:10,250 --> 01:01:12,335 How did you know about that? 1443 01:01:12,335 --> 01:01:14,546 I am the best producer in town. 1444 01:01:14,546 --> 01:01:15,672 [laughs] 1445 01:01:18,925 --> 01:01:20,343 When is his birthday? 1446 01:01:20,343 --> 01:01:21,344 Today. 1447 01:01:21,344 --> 01:01:23,638 Why didn’t he say anything? 1448 01:01:23,638 --> 01:01:25,515 Look, I have to pack everything up 1449 01:01:25,515 --> 01:01:28,602 and meet with Max Kenton’s P.A. for another covert coffee. 1450 01:01:28,602 --> 01:01:30,937 Oh. Well, let me know if you hear anything. 1451 01:01:30,937 --> 01:01:31,855 Will do. 1452 01:01:39,154 --> 01:01:41,239 John, wait. 1453 01:01:41,239 --> 01:01:43,408 You left without me saying happy birthday. 1454 01:01:43,408 --> 01:01:45,702 So happy birthday. [chuckles] 1455 01:01:45,702 --> 01:01:47,120 Thank you. 1456 01:01:47,120 --> 01:01:48,914 Why didn’t you mention it on air? 1457 01:01:48,914 --> 01:01:50,373 It’s your show. 1458 01:01:50,373 --> 01:01:52,208 I didn’t want to make it all about me. 1459 01:01:52,208 --> 01:01:53,418 Yeah. 1460 01:01:53,418 --> 01:01:55,503 Uh, so are you excited for the launch? 1461 01:01:55,503 --> 01:01:58,882 Yeah. It’ll be good to finally get TripleDate out there. 1462 01:01:58,882 --> 01:02:02,010 Yeah. And then the Three-Date Challenge will finally end. 1463 01:02:02,010 --> 01:02:03,553 You won’t have to deal with me anymore. 1464 01:02:05,805 --> 01:02:07,515 Ah. 1465 01:02:09,184 --> 01:02:11,227 MADDIE: Are you walking this way, too? 1466 01:02:13,772 --> 01:02:16,691 Well, this is me. [chuckles] 1467 01:02:16,691 --> 01:02:19,778 You know, this wasn’t what I imagined. 1468 01:02:19,778 --> 01:02:22,364 Do I want to know what you did imagine? 1469 01:02:22,364 --> 01:02:24,366 - No. - [laughs] 1470 01:02:24,366 --> 01:02:27,619 Look, John, I want to thank you for helping out with the show. 1471 01:02:27,619 --> 01:02:32,582 Figured we were better as allies than adversaries. 1472 01:02:32,582 --> 01:02:33,917 Yeah. 1473 01:02:33,917 --> 01:02:36,962 Well, have a good birthday night. [chuckles] 1474 01:02:36,962 --> 01:02:38,546 - Thank you. - Have a good one. 1475 01:02:38,546 --> 01:02:40,882 - Have a good night. - Bye. 1476 01:02:42,008 --> 01:02:43,927 Surprise! 1477 01:02:43,927 --> 01:02:45,178 Mom! [laughs] 1478 01:02:45,178 --> 01:02:46,346 What did you do? 1479 01:02:46,346 --> 01:02:47,931 I know you didn’t want a fuss, 1480 01:02:47,931 --> 01:02:50,517 so I only invited a few of your friends. 1481 01:02:50,517 --> 01:02:51,810 Ah, guess it’s okay. 1482 01:02:51,810 --> 01:02:53,603 Maddie McKenzie? 1483 01:02:53,603 --> 01:02:55,563 Do you know how much I love your show? 1484 01:02:55,563 --> 01:02:57,941 Oh, that’s so nice. John told me that you listened. 1485 01:02:57,941 --> 01:03:00,235 Listen? I never miss it. Come on in. 1486 01:03:00,235 --> 01:03:01,736 Oh, no. I don’t want to intrude. I should-- 1487 01:03:01,736 --> 01:03:03,446 No, come on. 1488 01:03:03,446 --> 01:03:06,241 Every party needs a celebrity guest. 1489 01:03:06,241 --> 01:03:07,575 - Ohh. - [mouths words] 1490 01:03:07,575 --> 01:03:09,828 [mouths words] 1491 01:03:09,828 --> 01:03:11,746 - [music playing] - [party chatter] 1492 01:03:14,791 --> 01:03:15,917 MEL: Uh... 1493 01:03:15,917 --> 01:03:17,752 strange wiggle line. 1494 01:03:17,752 --> 01:03:19,879 Uh, she said it was a book. 1495 01:03:19,879 --> 01:03:21,339 Is it spaghetti? 1496 01:03:21,339 --> 01:03:23,341 - Uh... - It’s not spaghetti. 1497 01:03:23,341 --> 01:03:26,261 Uh, uh... 1498 01:03:26,261 --> 01:03:27,637 Hmm. 1499 01:03:27,637 --> 01:03:29,180 Oliver Twist. 1500 01:03:29,180 --> 01:03:30,640 - Uh... - Yes! 1501 01:03:30,640 --> 01:03:33,393 Uh, what? I still don’t get it. 1502 01:03:33,393 --> 01:03:36,229 "O" liver twist. 1503 01:03:36,229 --> 01:03:37,480 That’s a liver? 1504 01:03:37,480 --> 01:03:39,941 I thought it was like a map of Kentucky. 1505 01:03:39,941 --> 01:03:42,861 [laughter] 1506 01:03:42,861 --> 01:03:44,571 [pop music playing] 1507 01:03:44,571 --> 01:03:45,905 ♪ Ba da bum ♪ 1508 01:03:45,905 --> 01:03:47,073 ♪ Ba da bum ♪ 1509 01:03:47,073 --> 01:03:49,492 ♪ Ba da bum ba dum ♪ 1510 01:03:49,492 --> 01:03:50,952 [thinking] Do we know anything yet? 1511 01:03:50,952 --> 01:03:52,579 [sighs] "Zilch." 1512 01:03:54,956 --> 01:03:56,332 Not joining in? 1513 01:03:56,332 --> 01:03:59,044 Oh, I’m sorry. I’m a bit distracted. 1514 01:03:59,044 --> 01:04:01,546 You and John seem to be in your element, though. 1515 01:04:01,546 --> 01:04:03,006 Yeah. Well... 1516 01:04:03,006 --> 01:04:05,633 we weren’t always like this. 1517 01:04:05,633 --> 01:04:07,135 No? 1518 01:04:07,135 --> 01:04:10,346 Has John told you about his father? 1519 01:04:10,346 --> 01:04:12,432 Yes. Uh, a little. 1520 01:04:12,432 --> 01:04:15,685 He truly was a wonderful man, 1521 01:04:15,685 --> 01:04:19,606 but he had no off switch. 1522 01:04:19,606 --> 01:04:25,195 But he did all of this for us. 1523 01:04:25,195 --> 01:04:26,696 How I miss him. 1524 01:04:26,696 --> 01:04:27,781 [sighs] 1525 01:04:27,781 --> 01:04:30,533 Anyhow, uh, after he--he passed, 1526 01:04:30,533 --> 01:04:33,286 the three of us decided, "That’s it. 1527 01:04:33,286 --> 01:04:34,954 Life is for the living," 1528 01:04:34,954 --> 01:04:36,748 and we’ve just been throwing ourselves 1529 01:04:36,748 --> 01:04:38,833 at the world ever since. 1530 01:04:38,833 --> 01:04:42,504 I’m starting to see the benefit of letting go. 1531 01:04:42,504 --> 01:04:44,172 Yeah, it’s something I need to learn, 1532 01:04:44,172 --> 01:04:46,716 and I’m glad John had taught it to me. 1533 01:04:46,716 --> 01:04:48,218 Although if you ever tell him... 1534 01:04:48,218 --> 01:04:49,427 Mmm. Mm. 1535 01:04:49,427 --> 01:04:50,512 Mm. [imitates explosion] 1536 01:04:50,512 --> 01:04:52,722 [both laugh] 1537 01:04:52,722 --> 01:04:56,184 Well, I know that you had a good effect on him. 1538 01:04:56,184 --> 01:04:57,560 Really? 1539 01:04:57,560 --> 01:05:01,981 Maddie, John is really talented. 1540 01:05:01,981 --> 01:05:05,235 He could be like the next tech billionaire 1541 01:05:05,235 --> 01:05:10,198 if he could just focus that big brain of his. 1542 01:05:10,198 --> 01:05:13,118 And I think, thanks to your show, 1543 01:05:13,118 --> 01:05:14,786 he--he finally has. 1544 01:05:16,454 --> 01:05:21,292 Look, all I know is, since he met you, 1545 01:05:21,292 --> 01:05:24,796 he seems a lot happier. 1546 01:05:24,796 --> 01:05:26,798 [pop music continues] 1547 01:05:26,798 --> 01:05:29,634 [singer vocalizing] 1548 01:05:34,347 --> 01:05:35,974 [music fading] 1549 01:05:35,974 --> 01:05:37,016 JOHN: Hey. 1550 01:05:37,016 --> 01:05:38,393 MADDIE: Hey. 1551 01:05:39,686 --> 01:05:41,771 Oh, I’m fine. 1552 01:05:41,771 --> 01:05:45,066 Oh, chivalry is not dead yet. 1553 01:05:45,066 --> 01:05:46,568 Well, thank you. 1554 01:05:51,406 --> 01:05:53,867 What are you doing out here on your own? 1555 01:05:53,867 --> 01:05:56,870 Oh, I just got a lot on my mind. 1556 01:05:56,870 --> 01:06:00,081 Hey, your mom is great. 1557 01:06:00,081 --> 01:06:01,541 - [chuckles] - You know, she... 1558 01:06:01,541 --> 01:06:03,084 Yeah, she is. 1559 01:06:03,084 --> 01:06:06,379 She’s been my biggest supporter since day one. 1560 01:06:06,379 --> 01:06:09,132 I used to work in insurance, you know? 1561 01:06:09,132 --> 01:06:10,466 - Oh! - Yeah. 1562 01:06:10,466 --> 01:06:14,596 It was very cutthroat and boring. [chuckles] 1563 01:06:14,596 --> 01:06:16,890 So one day, I thought to myself, 1564 01:06:16,890 --> 01:06:18,474 "What am I doing?" 1565 01:06:18,474 --> 01:06:21,311 I had to march into my boss’ office, quit. 1566 01:06:21,311 --> 01:06:23,354 Started TripleDate the next day. 1567 01:06:23,354 --> 01:06:25,356 You just up and left your job. 1568 01:06:25,356 --> 01:06:28,318 - [chuckles] - Sounds like a John Reed move. 1569 01:06:28,318 --> 01:06:31,988 Mm. When I told my mom, she didn’t even bat an eye, 1570 01:06:31,988 --> 01:06:34,490 just told me to follow my dream. 1571 01:06:36,075 --> 01:06:39,329 Everything I got is riding on TripleDate. 1572 01:06:39,329 --> 01:06:41,039 You know, if it’s a success, 1573 01:06:41,039 --> 01:06:43,458 then it could be a game-changer 1574 01:06:43,458 --> 01:06:46,252 for people like my mom who want to meet someone again. 1575 01:06:47,837 --> 01:06:49,547 But if it’s a failure... 1576 01:06:51,132 --> 01:06:53,259 This really means something to you, doesn’t it? 1577 01:06:55,011 --> 01:06:56,012 E-Enough about me. 1578 01:06:56,012 --> 01:06:57,972 What--What’s on your mind? 1579 01:06:57,972 --> 01:06:59,432 Oh, it’s nothing. 1580 01:06:59,432 --> 01:07:02,018 It’s just, you know, 1581 01:07:02,018 --> 01:07:05,188 I envy your ability to seize the day. 1582 01:07:05,188 --> 01:07:07,982 You don’t care what people think. 1583 01:07:07,982 --> 01:07:09,484 That is not true. 1584 01:07:13,404 --> 01:07:15,949 I care about what you think. 1585 01:07:20,328 --> 01:07:21,955 MEL: John. 1586 01:07:21,955 --> 01:07:24,123 You’re neglecting your guests. 1587 01:07:24,123 --> 01:07:26,584 Right. I’m on my way. 1588 01:07:28,336 --> 01:07:29,587 You coming? 1589 01:07:29,587 --> 01:07:31,506 Yeah, I’ll be right there. 1590 01:07:32,632 --> 01:07:34,550 [music playing] 1591 01:07:42,183 --> 01:07:43,685 [music fades] 1592 01:07:43,685 --> 01:07:45,853 Um, my ride’s almost here. 1593 01:07:45,853 --> 01:07:47,897 Oh. Uh, do you want me to wait with you? 1594 01:07:47,897 --> 01:07:50,024 No. No, it’s okay. 1595 01:07:50,024 --> 01:07:51,943 Well, Ms. McKenzie, 1596 01:07:51,943 --> 01:07:54,654 been a pleasure working with you. 1597 01:07:54,654 --> 01:07:58,408 - Oh, well, likewise, Mr. Reed. - [chuckles] 1598 01:07:58,408 --> 01:07:59,993 Once we stopped hating each other. 1599 01:07:59,993 --> 01:08:01,327 Yeah, that helped. 1600 01:08:01,327 --> 01:08:03,079 But don’t forget you have to come back 1601 01:08:03,079 --> 01:08:04,122 when we select date three. 1602 01:08:04,122 --> 01:08:05,915 Wouldn’t miss it. 1603 01:08:05,915 --> 01:08:07,417 [cell phone chimes] 1604 01:08:07,417 --> 01:08:09,002 Okay, well, ride’s here. 1605 01:08:09,002 --> 01:08:10,545 Really, thank you. 1606 01:08:10,545 --> 01:08:12,297 You were the life of the party. 1607 01:08:12,297 --> 01:08:13,715 You’re just saying that. [chuckles] 1608 01:08:13,715 --> 01:08:15,049 Well, thanks for having me. 1609 01:08:17,260 --> 01:08:18,761 Happy birthday again. 1610 01:08:18,761 --> 01:08:19,887 Thank you. 1611 01:08:30,064 --> 01:08:32,567 [birds chirping] 1612 01:08:37,155 --> 01:08:39,073 [wrapper crinkling] 1613 01:08:40,992 --> 01:08:43,202 You know, the point of joining me 1614 01:08:43,202 --> 01:08:46,539 for an early-morning workout is to actually exercise. 1615 01:08:48,166 --> 01:08:49,417 I am exercising... 1616 01:08:50,501 --> 01:08:51,711 my jaws. 1617 01:08:51,711 --> 01:08:53,421 [laughs] 1618 01:08:53,421 --> 01:08:55,590 [cell phone ringtone] 1619 01:08:55,590 --> 01:08:57,133 Hello. 1620 01:08:57,133 --> 01:08:58,926 This is Bea Brooks. 1621 01:08:58,926 --> 01:09:01,554 Oh! Good morning. 1622 01:09:02,889 --> 01:09:04,974 [laughs] Yes, of course. 1623 01:09:06,809 --> 01:09:08,227 I understand. 1624 01:09:10,396 --> 01:09:11,606 [chuckles] Okay. 1625 01:09:11,606 --> 01:09:13,775 Thank you, sir. [laughs] 1626 01:09:14,942 --> 01:09:16,444 Who was that? 1627 01:09:16,444 --> 01:09:17,695 That was Max Kenton. 1628 01:09:19,072 --> 01:09:21,157 He wants to come to the studio this morning 1629 01:09:21,157 --> 01:09:23,326 to watch the Three-Date Challenge. 1630 01:09:23,326 --> 01:09:25,578 But John’s not on the show today. 1631 01:09:25,578 --> 01:09:27,121 He’s setting up his press conference. 1632 01:09:27,121 --> 01:09:28,664 Oh. 1633 01:09:28,664 --> 01:09:32,210 JOHN: You know you need unique New York. 1634 01:09:32,210 --> 01:09:36,214 Does unique New York need you? 1635 01:09:36,214 --> 01:09:38,132 Remember... 1636 01:09:38,132 --> 01:09:39,926 just stick to the script we wrote. 1637 01:09:39,926 --> 01:09:41,427 No going off-road. 1638 01:09:41,427 --> 01:09:42,553 I got it. 1639 01:09:42,553 --> 01:09:44,639 And just stay focused. 1640 01:09:44,639 --> 01:09:46,391 We don’t need any distractions. 1641 01:09:46,391 --> 01:09:47,600 Nothing is gonna happen 1642 01:09:47,600 --> 01:09:49,644 to pull my focus from today, I promise. 1643 01:09:49,644 --> 01:09:51,229 John. 1644 01:09:51,229 --> 01:09:53,940 - [sighs] Perfect timing. - JOHN: What’s going on? 1645 01:09:53,940 --> 01:09:56,359 Our network CEO wants to come watch the show today. 1646 01:09:56,359 --> 01:09:57,610 That’s fantastic. 1647 01:09:57,610 --> 01:09:59,070 No, you don’t understand. 1648 01:09:59,070 --> 01:10:02,031 He wants to see us pick our final dates together. 1649 01:10:02,031 --> 01:10:03,574 - John. - I wouldn’t ask 1650 01:10:03,574 --> 01:10:05,284 - if it wasn’t really-- - Let’s go. 1651 01:10:05,284 --> 01:10:07,328 - Wait. John. - No. 1652 01:10:07,328 --> 01:10:09,747 I’ll be back in plenty of time. Don’t worry. 1653 01:10:09,747 --> 01:10:10,998 Thank you. Thank you. 1654 01:10:12,417 --> 01:10:13,418 But, John-- 1655 01:10:13,418 --> 01:10:15,378 This is important, okay? 1656 01:10:15,378 --> 01:10:17,588 This is important. 1657 01:10:17,588 --> 01:10:19,465 You’ve worked so hard for it. 1658 01:10:20,717 --> 01:10:22,009 Trust me. 1659 01:10:25,012 --> 01:10:26,013 [John grunts] 1660 01:10:27,473 --> 01:10:28,599 Good-luck charm. 1661 01:10:35,857 --> 01:10:36,941 You ready? 1662 01:10:36,941 --> 01:10:38,651 No, not at all. 1663 01:10:38,651 --> 01:10:40,820 Hey, you can do this. 1664 01:10:40,820 --> 01:10:44,365 Look, I know what this means to you. 1665 01:10:44,365 --> 01:10:45,992 Syndication is a massive deal, 1666 01:10:45,992 --> 01:10:48,870 but you deserve it. 1667 01:10:48,870 --> 01:10:50,371 What about you? 1668 01:10:50,371 --> 01:10:52,373 I just dragged you away from your press conference. 1669 01:10:52,373 --> 01:10:54,041 - I am so sorry. - It’s okay. 1670 01:10:54,041 --> 01:10:56,711 It’s okay. It’s a big day for both of us. 1671 01:10:56,711 --> 01:10:59,130 But we got this, right? 1672 01:10:59,130 --> 01:11:00,882 You’re right. 1673 01:11:00,882 --> 01:11:01,966 We can do this. 1674 01:11:03,968 --> 01:11:05,636 - Okay. - Okay. 1675 01:11:06,971 --> 01:11:09,307 [both chuckling] 1676 01:11:10,391 --> 01:11:11,893 Great! 1677 01:11:11,893 --> 01:11:13,686 John, thank you so much. 1678 01:11:13,686 --> 01:11:15,354 - You’re welcome. - Okay, before you go in there, 1679 01:11:15,354 --> 01:11:17,023 I know you’re gonna want to kill me, 1680 01:11:17,023 --> 01:11:19,984 but just please look past that and trust my instincts, okay? 1681 01:11:19,984 --> 01:11:21,444 What did you do? 1682 01:11:23,404 --> 01:11:24,906 Oh. [chuckles] Hi. 1683 01:11:24,906 --> 01:11:27,241 - Seriously, Bea? - Well, I figured if the app 1684 01:11:27,241 --> 01:11:28,784 paired you and Kevin together again, 1685 01:11:28,784 --> 01:11:30,995 that it’d be great to have him here in the studio. 1686 01:11:30,995 --> 01:11:33,414 And what if it doesn’t? How awkward will that be? 1687 01:11:33,414 --> 01:11:35,082 Well, I thought you said you liked him. 1688 01:11:35,082 --> 01:11:37,043 Yeah, but that was before things got... 1689 01:11:37,043 --> 01:11:38,294 complicated. 1690 01:11:41,756 --> 01:11:43,549 I’ve messed up, haven’t I? 1691 01:11:43,549 --> 01:11:44,884 You think? 1692 01:11:44,884 --> 01:11:45,968 Come on. 1693 01:11:45,968 --> 01:11:47,720 Hi! Thanks for coming. 1694 01:11:47,720 --> 01:11:49,055 H-Hi. [laughs] 1695 01:11:50,848 --> 01:11:52,016 Uh, hey. 1696 01:11:52,016 --> 01:11:53,518 - Hey. - You a fan? 1697 01:11:53,518 --> 01:11:55,436 Oh, no. I’m--I’m Kevin. 1698 01:11:55,436 --> 01:11:57,438 We went on two dates. 1699 01:11:57,438 --> 01:12:00,316 John Reed, inventor of TripleDate. 1700 01:12:00,316 --> 01:12:02,360 Oh. Right. 1701 01:12:02,360 --> 01:12:04,278 - Right. - Well, cong... 1702 01:12:04,278 --> 01:12:06,656 ratulations o-on the app. 1703 01:12:15,039 --> 01:12:16,290 I can do it. 1704 01:12:16,290 --> 01:12:18,292 I can impress Max Kenton. 1705 01:12:18,292 --> 01:12:20,378 Yes, you can, and that’s good. 1706 01:12:20,378 --> 01:12:22,713 Because I think that’s him right over there. 1707 01:12:24,507 --> 01:12:26,425 [music playing] 1708 01:12:46,904 --> 01:12:48,447 Mr. Kenton. 1709 01:12:48,447 --> 01:12:49,740 Max, please. 1710 01:12:49,740 --> 01:12:51,909 Thank you so much for letting me stop by, 1711 01:12:51,909 --> 01:12:54,370 and I’m keen to see how it all works. 1712 01:12:54,370 --> 01:12:56,497 Well, hopefully you’re not disappointed. 1713 01:12:56,497 --> 01:12:57,415 I better not be. 1714 01:12:59,083 --> 01:13:01,294 - I’m kidding. - [both laugh] 1715 01:13:01,294 --> 01:13:03,212 I’m sure you’ll be terrific. 1716 01:13:03,212 --> 01:13:04,797 Okay. Well, let’s get going then. 1717 01:13:04,797 --> 01:13:05,798 Follow us. 1718 01:13:10,511 --> 01:13:11,762 Everybody good? 1719 01:13:12,847 --> 01:13:15,016 Good morning, L.A. 1720 01:13:15,016 --> 01:13:17,476 This is On the Move with Maddie McKenzie. 1721 01:13:17,476 --> 01:13:18,978 I know you’re all waiting to hear 1722 01:13:18,978 --> 01:13:22,732 the next big development in the Three-Date Challenge. 1723 01:13:22,732 --> 01:13:27,153 Well, we’re about to discover who is our third and final date 1724 01:13:27,153 --> 01:13:30,448 and maybe our soul mates will be. 1725 01:13:30,448 --> 01:13:33,242 Joining me for the last time in the studio 1726 01:13:33,242 --> 01:13:36,287 is the inventor of TripleDate, John Reed. 1727 01:13:37,914 --> 01:13:39,123 Morning, Maddie. 1728 01:13:39,123 --> 01:13:41,459 Happy to crash the party one last time. 1729 01:13:41,459 --> 01:13:42,627 Of course. 1730 01:13:42,627 --> 01:13:44,629 And for his first radio appearance, 1731 01:13:44,629 --> 01:13:47,882 is Kevin, who, as my regular listeners know, 1732 01:13:47,882 --> 01:13:51,427 has been on two dates so far with yours truly. 1733 01:13:53,638 --> 01:13:55,473 Morning. 1734 01:13:55,473 --> 01:13:57,767 All right, let’s dive right in. 1735 01:13:57,767 --> 01:14:00,478 You all know that I’ve been very slowly 1736 01:14:00,478 --> 01:14:02,647 coming around to the idea of online dating, 1737 01:14:02,647 --> 01:14:04,190 but what do you think, Kevin? 1738 01:14:04,190 --> 01:14:07,234 Uh, I think it’s fantastic. 1739 01:14:07,234 --> 01:14:09,612 I mean, I can’t speak for you, but, uh, 1740 01:14:09,612 --> 01:14:12,907 I had a lot of fun on our first dates. 1741 01:14:12,907 --> 01:14:14,950 What do you say, Maddie? 1742 01:14:14,950 --> 01:14:16,410 Should we close this up? 1743 01:14:16,410 --> 01:14:18,245 Let’s get to it. Are you ready, John? 1744 01:14:18,245 --> 01:14:19,538 Yeah, I sure am. 1745 01:14:19,538 --> 01:14:21,957 Hey, thank you for coming down, by the way, 1746 01:14:21,957 --> 01:14:23,876 especially since today is the day 1747 01:14:23,876 --> 01:14:25,586 that TripleDate goes live. 1748 01:14:25,586 --> 01:14:27,672 I wouldn’t miss being here. 1749 01:14:27,672 --> 01:14:30,174 Are you two ready? 1750 01:14:30,174 --> 01:14:31,509 Ready as we’ll ever be. 1751 01:14:31,509 --> 01:14:33,344 All right, I will count us in. 1752 01:14:33,344 --> 01:14:36,430 In 3, 2, 1... 1753 01:14:36,430 --> 01:14:37,598 go. 1754 01:14:37,598 --> 01:14:39,183 [app beeping] 1755 01:14:39,183 --> 01:14:41,727 Maddie, you’re killing us here. 1756 01:14:41,727 --> 01:14:45,564 - [chime rings] - Well, in a shocking twist, 1757 01:14:45,564 --> 01:14:50,069 the app has, uh, suggested John again. 1758 01:14:51,570 --> 01:14:54,490 This app is trying to tell you two something. 1759 01:14:55,991 --> 01:14:57,868 Is this your idea of a joke? 1760 01:14:57,868 --> 01:15:00,496 The app suggested you for me, too. 1761 01:15:01,997 --> 01:15:04,083 And I think that’s the perfect time 1762 01:15:04,083 --> 01:15:05,251 for a cliffhanger. 1763 01:15:05,251 --> 01:15:07,461 We’ll be back after these messages. 1764 01:15:11,382 --> 01:15:13,843 MADDIE: Just hang tight for a moment, folks. 1765 01:15:13,843 --> 01:15:15,636 Just when I think I can trust you, 1766 01:15:15,636 --> 01:15:17,430 you go and pull a stunt like this? 1767 01:15:17,430 --> 01:15:19,682 What exactly are you accusing me of? 1768 01:15:19,682 --> 01:15:22,351 Why would the app pair us up unless you messed with it? 1769 01:15:22,351 --> 01:15:24,061 Well, maybe the app is right. 1770 01:15:24,061 --> 01:15:25,813 Maybe you should listen to it. 1771 01:15:25,813 --> 01:15:28,023 I can’t deal with this right now. 1772 01:15:28,023 --> 01:15:29,942 I need the show to go smoothly. 1773 01:15:29,942 --> 01:15:32,027 If this show is all you care about 1774 01:15:32,027 --> 01:15:33,738 and you don’t even trust me, 1775 01:15:33,738 --> 01:15:35,948 then I am clearly wasting my time. 1776 01:15:41,328 --> 01:15:42,455 I’m sorry, everyone. 1777 01:15:42,455 --> 01:15:44,206 I have to get to my press launch. 1778 01:15:44,206 --> 01:15:46,083 Wh--John, wait. 1779 01:15:51,255 --> 01:15:53,382 Mel? Yeah, you were right. 1780 01:15:53,382 --> 01:15:55,760 I shouldn’t have done the show. 1781 01:15:55,760 --> 01:15:58,179 Yeah, I’m fine. I’m on my way. 1782 01:16:02,850 --> 01:16:04,143 Hi. Hi. 1783 01:16:06,771 --> 01:16:07,772 [sighs] 1784 01:16:07,772 --> 01:16:09,398 Hi. 1785 01:16:09,398 --> 01:16:11,150 And where is the famous Mr. Reed? 1786 01:16:12,234 --> 01:16:13,611 On his way. 1787 01:16:13,611 --> 01:16:14,779 Don’t worry. 1788 01:16:14,779 --> 01:16:16,071 [clears throat] 1789 01:16:18,532 --> 01:16:20,618 Andiamo. 1790 01:16:20,618 --> 01:16:23,788 Lorenzo, thank you so much for doing this. 1791 01:16:23,788 --> 01:16:27,792 How could I miss the big day of my favorite family? 1792 01:16:27,792 --> 01:16:29,001 Where is Johnny? 1793 01:16:29,001 --> 01:16:31,921 He’s on his way. 1794 01:16:31,921 --> 01:16:33,464 [sighs] 1795 01:16:33,464 --> 01:16:35,591 Ah, bellissima. Mwah. 1796 01:16:35,591 --> 01:16:37,134 Ciao. Grazie. 1797 01:16:37,134 --> 01:16:39,720 - Mom. - Honey, hi. [kiss] 1798 01:16:39,720 --> 01:16:42,598 I’m so proud of you. You look so beautiful. 1799 01:16:42,598 --> 01:16:43,641 [gasps] 1800 01:16:43,641 --> 01:16:44,975 Where’s John? 1801 01:16:44,975 --> 01:16:46,435 On his way. 1802 01:16:46,435 --> 01:16:48,687 Honey, if you don’t mind me saying, 1803 01:16:48,687 --> 01:16:51,023 you seem a little stressed. 1804 01:16:51,023 --> 01:16:52,358 Stressed?! 1805 01:16:52,358 --> 01:16:53,776 Why would I be stressed? 1806 01:16:53,776 --> 01:16:55,444 It’s just the launch in 30 minutes, 1807 01:16:55,444 --> 01:16:57,363 and John’s not even here! 1808 01:16:57,363 --> 01:16:59,490 It’s all fine! Tell me it’s gonna be fine. 1809 01:16:59,490 --> 01:17:01,367 Honey, it’s gonna be fine. 1810 01:17:01,367 --> 01:17:04,036 You two have always come through for each other. 1811 01:17:04,036 --> 01:17:05,162 Come on. 1812 01:17:06,664 --> 01:17:09,625 Kevin, I am so sorry. 1813 01:17:09,625 --> 01:17:11,710 I know you didn’t sign up for all this drama. 1814 01:17:11,710 --> 01:17:12,711 Honestly, it’s fine. 1815 01:17:12,711 --> 01:17:13,879 Are you okay? 1816 01:17:15,923 --> 01:17:17,675 You good to go? 1817 01:17:18,801 --> 01:17:22,513 Ahem. What happens now? 1818 01:17:23,639 --> 01:17:24,890 Just watch her. 1819 01:17:28,060 --> 01:17:30,396 [clears throat] And we’re back. 1820 01:17:30,396 --> 01:17:32,481 During the break, John and Kevin 1821 01:17:32,481 --> 01:17:34,567 fought a duel for my affection. 1822 01:17:34,567 --> 01:17:36,277 Just kidding. But unfortunately 1823 01:17:36,277 --> 01:17:38,654 John did have to run to his press conference. 1824 01:17:38,654 --> 01:17:41,073 People are busting down the doors to get in. 1825 01:17:41,073 --> 01:17:43,659 What can I say? This is live radio. 1826 01:17:43,659 --> 01:17:48,831 I know I speak for all of us when I wish him very good luck. 1827 01:17:48,831 --> 01:17:51,542 As for whether or not I’ll take the app’s suggestion, 1828 01:17:51,542 --> 01:17:54,753 well, we’ll have to resolve that another time. 1829 01:17:54,753 --> 01:17:57,131 All the more reason to keep listening. 1830 01:18:09,935 --> 01:18:11,854 Well, that was quite the show. 1831 01:18:11,854 --> 01:18:16,150 I just want to apologize for everything you saw in there. 1832 01:18:16,150 --> 01:18:19,069 You mean that little spat? 1833 01:18:19,069 --> 01:18:20,779 Yea--Everything. 1834 01:18:20,779 --> 01:18:21,989 Are you kidding? 1835 01:18:21,989 --> 01:18:24,116 Not only did Maddie keep her cool, 1836 01:18:24,116 --> 01:18:26,577 she kept the audience hooked and wanting to hear more, 1837 01:18:26,577 --> 01:18:28,245 all without missing a beat. 1838 01:18:28,245 --> 01:18:30,706 Well, she is the best. [laughs] 1839 01:18:30,706 --> 01:18:33,167 And that’s exactly what I need, 1840 01:18:33,167 --> 01:18:37,463 Take her skill for broadcasting and your instincts for drama, 1841 01:18:37,463 --> 01:18:41,050 and your show is something really special. 1842 01:18:41,050 --> 01:18:43,469 I’m picking you for syndication. 1843 01:18:43,469 --> 01:18:45,888 Do--Do you mean... 1844 01:18:45,888 --> 01:18:48,766 I’m making you guys the flagship of my network. 1845 01:18:48,766 --> 01:18:49,767 [squeals] 1846 01:18:49,767 --> 01:18:51,101 All right. 1847 01:18:51,101 --> 01:18:53,979 - Oh, sorry. Sorry. - It’s--It’s-- 1848 01:18:53,979 --> 01:18:56,273 Oh, you’re the richest person I’ve ever hugged. 1849 01:18:56,273 --> 01:18:57,650 [laughs] 1850 01:18:57,650 --> 01:19:00,235 Kevin, I cannot apologize enough. 1851 01:19:00,235 --> 01:19:02,529 It’s--It’s fine. 1852 01:19:02,529 --> 01:19:05,407 You have been so patient through all this... 1853 01:19:05,407 --> 01:19:06,742 craziness. 1854 01:19:06,742 --> 01:19:10,955 Wh-What’d I say the first time we met? 1855 01:19:10,955 --> 01:19:13,499 Online dating, L.A., 1856 01:19:13,499 --> 01:19:16,001 you expect some weird things, right? 1857 01:19:16,001 --> 01:19:18,337 Yeah, you’re definitely right. 1858 01:19:20,631 --> 01:19:23,300 Uh... 1859 01:19:23,300 --> 01:19:24,843 John left this. 1860 01:19:26,971 --> 01:19:28,055 Oh. 1861 01:19:28,055 --> 01:19:29,264 Um... 1862 01:19:31,392 --> 01:19:33,352 what should I do with it? 1863 01:19:33,352 --> 01:19:35,396 Open it, obviously. 1864 01:19:35,396 --> 01:19:37,314 [sentimental music playing] 1865 01:19:52,371 --> 01:19:54,498 - [gasps] - KEVIN: That looks rare. 1866 01:19:55,666 --> 01:19:58,419 [gasps] I can’t believe it. 1867 01:19:58,419 --> 01:20:00,004 How did he... 1868 01:20:01,672 --> 01:20:03,090 [sighs] 1869 01:20:03,090 --> 01:20:04,842 It’s... 1870 01:20:04,842 --> 01:20:06,635 [laughs] 1871 01:20:06,635 --> 01:20:09,763 It’s my family’s copy, the exact one. 1872 01:20:09,763 --> 01:20:13,851 I-I recognize the teeth marks. 1873 01:20:13,851 --> 01:20:15,894 [laughs] I’m sorry. What? 1874 01:20:17,813 --> 01:20:20,149 JOHN: Maddie, you of all people know how much 1875 01:20:20,149 --> 01:20:22,026 I enjoy the sound of my own voice, 1876 01:20:22,026 --> 01:20:24,945 but with you, I find myself lost for words. 1877 01:20:24,945 --> 01:20:26,488 Maybe this will help you understand. 1878 01:20:26,488 --> 01:20:29,033 I know how precious this book is to you. 1879 01:20:29,033 --> 01:20:32,453 I’d like you to know how precious you are to me. John. 1880 01:20:32,453 --> 01:20:35,080 We got the national syndication! 1881 01:20:35,080 --> 01:20:37,374 Oh, that’s awesome. 1882 01:20:37,374 --> 01:20:39,376 [laughs] Maddie. 1883 01:20:39,376 --> 01:20:40,711 - [sighs] - Are you okay? 1884 01:20:43,797 --> 01:20:45,215 Maddie? 1885 01:20:48,343 --> 01:20:50,471 Hey, um... 1886 01:20:53,807 --> 01:20:55,851 I know I’m not the one for you. 1887 01:20:57,478 --> 01:21:01,523 You should be with someone who you really match with. 1888 01:21:04,026 --> 01:21:05,069 Or... 1889 01:21:07,654 --> 01:21:09,948 the app matches you with. 1890 01:21:12,993 --> 01:21:14,119 Thank you. 1891 01:21:15,746 --> 01:21:16,997 [chuckles] 1892 01:21:21,210 --> 01:21:23,754 Please. Come on. Please, let there be an Uber. 1893 01:21:23,754 --> 01:21:25,089 Please. 1894 01:21:26,715 --> 01:21:29,176 [light music playing] 1895 01:21:29,176 --> 01:21:32,763 Well, I guess I’m not going on a date tonight. 1896 01:21:32,763 --> 01:21:34,807 Oh, well, you could be. 1897 01:21:36,433 --> 01:21:37,684 I’m free. 1898 01:21:39,645 --> 01:21:41,230 Uh... 1899 01:21:41,230 --> 01:21:42,147 sure. 1900 01:21:43,273 --> 01:21:45,859 [car engine rumbles] 1901 01:21:45,859 --> 01:21:47,486 Mr. Kenton! 1902 01:21:47,486 --> 01:21:49,613 - Max. - Uh, right, Max. 1903 01:21:49,613 --> 01:21:52,699 Um, look, I hate to ask a favor, but-- 1904 01:21:52,699 --> 01:21:53,867 You need a ride. 1905 01:21:53,867 --> 01:21:55,327 How’d you know? 1906 01:21:55,327 --> 01:21:57,204 Uh, just because I’m a businessman 1907 01:21:57,204 --> 01:22:00,082 doesn’t stop me being an incurable romantic. 1908 01:22:00,082 --> 01:22:01,583 [laughs] Thank you. 1909 01:22:01,583 --> 01:22:03,836 Thank you so much! Thanks. 1910 01:22:03,836 --> 01:22:06,755 Besides, I’m interested in seeing his press conference. 1911 01:22:06,755 --> 01:22:10,008 A little birdie tells me he needs some investment. 1912 01:22:11,927 --> 01:22:13,679 You are the best! 1913 01:22:20,394 --> 01:22:22,146 JOHN: ...which my sister and I believe 1914 01:22:22,146 --> 01:22:24,565 will change the dating world forever. 1915 01:22:24,565 --> 01:22:26,900 Everyone deserves love, 1916 01:22:26,900 --> 01:22:29,111 no matter how hard it is to find. 1917 01:22:31,822 --> 01:22:33,866 You know, I wasn’t gonna say this, but... 1918 01:22:33,866 --> 01:22:37,870 recently I guess I’ve learned a couple things. 1919 01:22:37,870 --> 01:22:39,621 - John. - It’s okay. 1920 01:22:41,498 --> 01:22:43,792 I know that I’ve done some crazy publicity stunts 1921 01:22:43,792 --> 01:22:47,546 in the past that didn’t allow you all to take me seriously. 1922 01:22:49,173 --> 01:22:52,801 But TripleDate does come from a very meaningful place. 1923 01:22:56,263 --> 01:22:59,391 Our father died a number of years ago, 1924 01:22:59,391 --> 01:23:00,851 and as you can imagine, 1925 01:23:00,851 --> 01:23:02,561 that’s never something you fully get over. 1926 01:23:04,188 --> 01:23:05,981 Our mom thought she’d never meet a man 1927 01:23:05,981 --> 01:23:08,442 who could measure up to our father, 1928 01:23:08,442 --> 01:23:11,653 but she can, and she deserves to. 1929 01:23:13,363 --> 01:23:16,617 We all deserve to find that special someone in our lives. 1930 01:23:16,617 --> 01:23:20,871 So that is why I designed TripleDate. [chuckles] 1931 01:23:20,871 --> 01:23:23,081 Mom... 1932 01:23:23,081 --> 01:23:24,958 thank you for everything, 1933 01:23:24,958 --> 01:23:26,960 for coming here. 1934 01:23:26,960 --> 01:23:29,379 I know this place has got a lot of memories for us. 1935 01:23:31,423 --> 01:23:32,507 Come on up here. 1936 01:23:32,507 --> 01:23:34,927 Come on, Mom. 1937 01:23:34,927 --> 01:23:37,095 - Love you. - Love you. 1938 01:23:37,095 --> 01:23:39,806 I wouldn’t be standing here today 1939 01:23:39,806 --> 01:23:42,768 without the support of these two beautiful women in my life 1940 01:23:42,768 --> 01:23:45,729 and one other, who couldn’t be here right now... 1941 01:23:47,022 --> 01:23:48,649 Maddie McKenzie. 1942 01:23:48,649 --> 01:23:50,442 - Mr. Reed. - Yes? 1943 01:23:50,442 --> 01:23:52,236 You mentioned Maddie McKenzie. 1944 01:23:52,236 --> 01:23:53,737 I heard her show earlier this afternoon, 1945 01:23:53,737 --> 01:23:55,239 and your app paired you together again, 1946 01:23:55,239 --> 01:23:57,324 but you’ve already rejected each other once. 1947 01:23:57,324 --> 01:23:58,992 Is your app faulty? 1948 01:23:58,992 --> 01:24:01,745 It most definitely is not faulty. 1949 01:24:01,745 --> 01:24:03,914 I’m very confused, Mr. Reed. 1950 01:24:03,914 --> 01:24:05,040 Well-- 1951 01:24:05,040 --> 01:24:06,792 MADDIE: There’s no need to be. 1952 01:24:11,463 --> 01:24:13,048 What are you doing here? 1953 01:24:14,174 --> 01:24:15,884 You really think I’d miss it? 1954 01:24:20,264 --> 01:24:22,933 There’s nothing to be confused about. 1955 01:24:22,933 --> 01:24:25,102 The app wasn’t wrong. 1956 01:24:26,186 --> 01:24:27,688 I was. 1957 01:24:29,815 --> 01:24:32,901 I accept your offer for a date. 1958 01:24:40,033 --> 01:24:41,410 [John chuckles] 1959 01:24:44,162 --> 01:24:46,290 MEL: Uh, John. 1960 01:24:46,290 --> 01:24:47,874 Uh, right. Uh, sorry. 1961 01:24:47,874 --> 01:24:49,668 Thank you, Mel. 1962 01:24:49,668 --> 01:24:51,586 Okay, I think it’s about time 1963 01:24:51,586 --> 01:24:53,255 we handed over TripleDate to everyone else. 1964 01:24:53,255 --> 01:24:55,382 - How do you feel about that?! - [applause] 1965 01:24:55,382 --> 01:24:56,842 [laughs] 1966 01:24:58,927 --> 01:25:00,887 You ready? 1967 01:25:00,887 --> 01:25:03,932 3, 2, 1... 1968 01:25:05,017 --> 01:25:06,393 [cheering] 1969 01:25:06,393 --> 01:25:07,936 TripleDate’s live! 1970 01:25:07,936 --> 01:25:09,187 [laughs] Enjoy! 1971 01:25:09,187 --> 01:25:10,856 Thank you so much for coming, everybody. 1972 01:25:10,856 --> 01:25:13,400 [laughs] Ohh. 1973 01:25:13,400 --> 01:25:15,652 [party chatter] 1974 01:25:28,582 --> 01:25:31,001 [no audible dialogue] 1975 01:25:33,003 --> 01:25:34,963 Ms. Reed. 1976 01:25:34,963 --> 01:25:37,132 - Hi. - Max Kenton. 1977 01:25:37,132 --> 01:25:40,844 I gotta say I’m very impressed with you and your brother. 1978 01:25:40,844 --> 01:25:44,306 Am I right in thinking this is your first business venture? 1979 01:25:45,515 --> 01:25:46,641 Yes. 1980 01:25:46,641 --> 01:25:48,268 Well, I couldn’t tell 1981 01:25:48,268 --> 01:25:49,603 from that presentation. 1982 01:25:49,603 --> 01:25:51,438 You seem to know just what you’re doing. 1983 01:25:51,438 --> 01:25:53,440 [laughs] Oh, thank goodness. 1984 01:25:53,440 --> 01:25:55,692 And the idea of using my radio station 1985 01:25:55,692 --> 01:25:58,320 to boost your profile was inspired. 1986 01:25:58,320 --> 01:26:00,489 Your station? 1987 01:26:00,489 --> 01:26:04,910 How does free advertising for six months sound? 1988 01:26:06,286 --> 01:26:10,123 That sounds amazing. 1989 01:26:10,123 --> 01:26:12,000 Okay, so tell me, 1990 01:26:12,000 --> 01:26:14,336 how do I invest in TripleDate? 1991 01:26:14,336 --> 01:26:16,838 I’ve been listening to Maddie McKenzie 1992 01:26:16,838 --> 01:26:18,423 and tracking your progress, 1993 01:26:18,423 --> 01:26:21,343 and I just know you’re gonna make it big one day, 1994 01:26:21,343 --> 01:26:24,179 and I want a piece of that pie. 1995 01:26:24,179 --> 01:26:25,263 This pie? 1996 01:26:26,890 --> 01:26:28,809 MEL: Don’t mind if I do. [laughs] 1997 01:26:28,809 --> 01:26:30,727 [party chatter] 1998 01:26:36,650 --> 01:26:38,318 [clink] 1999 01:26:39,403 --> 01:26:40,654 Oh, honey. 2000 01:26:40,654 --> 01:26:42,364 I’m so proud of you. 2001 01:26:42,364 --> 01:26:44,366 Couldn’t have done it without you. [chuckles] 2002 01:26:44,366 --> 01:26:45,784 Daddy would be so proud. 2003 01:26:47,411 --> 01:26:51,498 Oh. Looks like somebody else wants to congratulate you. 2004 01:27:03,301 --> 01:27:04,302 Hey. 2005 01:27:05,804 --> 01:27:07,848 Hey. 2006 01:27:07,848 --> 01:27:10,350 I’m sorry for what I said in the studio. 2007 01:27:10,350 --> 01:27:12,310 I shouldn’t have accused you. 2008 01:27:12,310 --> 01:27:14,980 I was just caught off guard... 2009 01:27:14,980 --> 01:27:16,356 again. 2010 01:27:16,356 --> 01:27:19,568 And I shouldn’t have reacted the way I did. 2011 01:27:19,568 --> 01:27:21,445 I’m sorry, too. 2012 01:27:21,445 --> 01:27:24,990 I don’t even know where to start 2013 01:27:24,990 --> 01:27:26,867 for thanking you for this. 2014 01:27:26,867 --> 01:27:28,201 How did you... 2015 01:27:29,703 --> 01:27:31,872 You did something clever online, didn’t you? 2016 01:27:31,872 --> 01:27:32,998 Ah, you can’t always find 2017 01:27:32,998 --> 01:27:34,499 everything you want in bookstores. 2018 01:27:36,293 --> 01:27:39,254 You never know where you’re gonna find something special. 2019 01:27:39,254 --> 01:27:42,966 Sometimes it’s sitting opposite you in a radio station. 2020 01:27:42,966 --> 01:27:46,261 Or in a boat shaped like a swan. 2021 01:27:46,261 --> 01:27:48,180 Or in a twilight helicopter ride. 2022 01:27:50,724 --> 01:27:54,352 Everything I told you about TripleDate was true. 2023 01:27:54,352 --> 01:27:56,396 It means the world to me... 2024 01:27:58,273 --> 01:27:59,399 And so do you. 2025 01:28:02,486 --> 01:28:03,987 Well, maybe I should have listened 2026 01:28:03,987 --> 01:28:05,363 to the app in the first place. 2027 01:28:05,363 --> 01:28:07,324 Well, personally, I never doubted it. 2028 01:28:07,324 --> 01:28:09,034 I know. [laughs] 2029 01:28:09,034 --> 01:28:11,912 Well, should we see where date three is gonna take us? 2030 01:28:11,912 --> 01:28:13,955 We don’t need the app anymore. 2031 01:28:13,955 --> 01:28:17,083 This is where my parents began their relationship. 2032 01:28:18,710 --> 01:28:21,213 Let’s make it the place where we start ours. 2033 01:28:29,721 --> 01:28:31,640 [music playing] 2034 01:28:51,034 --> 01:28:52,452 [music fades]