DeepSummary
In this podcast episode, Harry Jowsey from the reality show Perfect Match interviews his co-star and friend Stevan Ditter. They reminisce about behind-the-scenes moments from the show, including a fashion show they did with condoms and a physical altercation Stevan had with another cast member. They discuss Stevan's relationship with Alara after the show and why it didn't work out, with Stevan citing the long-distance and his busy work life as reasons.
Harry and Stevan then discuss what constitutes a 'fuckboy,' evaluating various situations and behaviors based on listener submissions. They also answer questions from listeners about the show, such as why Stevan and Alara didn't win, the infamous kissing challenge, and who they would cast in the next season.
Throughout the conversation, Harry and Stevan provide insights into the reality of dating shows, the editing process, and the challenges of maintaining relationships formed in such environments. They also touch on personal topics like dealing with anxiety, social media, and aging.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Relationships formed on reality dating shows often do not last long-term due to the artificial environment and challenges of maintaining them in the real world.
- Editing and production choices on reality shows can significantly impact how contestants are portrayed and perceived by viewers.
- Fame and public recognition from previous reality shows can affect how contestants interact with and perceive each other on a new show.
- Long-distance and busy work/personal lives can make it difficult to maintain relationships formed on reality shows after filming ends.
- Contestants on reality shows are still human beings trying to navigate complicated social dynamics and situations, despite the edited portrayal viewers see.
- There is often strategy and intentional behavior involved in how contestants approach relationships and alliances on reality dating shows.
- The intense scrutiny and public exposure that comes with being on a reality show can strain relationships and personal well-being.
- The concept of 'fuckboys' and what constitutes that behavior is subjective and situational, but generally involves selfish, inconsiderate, or deceptive actions in romantic relationships.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I don't think anybody stay together after shows.“ by Stevan Ditter
- “You avoid. Everyone knew who you were, and I don't know if that was a positive thing or negative thing.“ by Stevan Ditter
- “I can't handle a relationship that wasn't right there physically in front of me. Like, if a Laura was in LA, yeah, probably would have went different. But the fact that, like, she's across the world and by the time she's going to bed, I'm waking up, I don't really have time to do a long distance thing.“ by Stevan Ditter
- “I think at the end of the day, like, the idea of going to London or something like that is great in theory and a good time, but when you actually, like, break down, think about it, it's like things would crumble, things would fall apart, and I have to have my life together before I figure out a life with somebody.“ by Stevan Ditter
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Boyfriend Material with Harry Jowsey
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7/2/24