First Date with Lauren Compton

SPONSORS: Head to ⁠https://chime.com/DATE⁠ Sign up for your free trial at ⁠https://shopify.com/date⁠ On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian, actor and Harland Highway host Harland Williams for his third date and a hilarious conversation about the Pakistani hair plugs and his $22.99 hair-sniffing event, the girlfriend who started a five-hour fight because he ordered a hot dog, why nobody can just chill anymore, the therapy era and the $9,000 rewind to age nine, the heckler who yelled “I love you” and became his girlfriend five years later, Lauren’s pool-party “I love you” that she fired back OJ style, singing during sex, whether Harland should move to Austin and how Pauly Shore ruined it, getting mock-charged by a 500-pound silverback in Rwanda, staring down two blood-soaked lions and wanting to die like a man, and what he wants on his gravestone. Follow Harland Williams: ⁠https://instagram.com/harlandwilliams ⁠Tour Dates: ⁠https://harlandwilliams.com⁠ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! First Date Ep. 169 ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow⁠⁠ https://store.ymhstudios.com⁠ Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:31 - Harland Williams Is Back For A Third Date 00:02:59 - Harland's $22.99 Hair Sniffing Event 00:06:26 - The Girlfriend Who Loved To Fight 00:08:27 - Everybody Needs A Therapist Now 00:16:13 - He Met Her At A Comedy Club 00:18:14 - Lauren's Pool Party I Love You 00:23:19 - Should Harland Move To Austin? 00:29:03 - The Five Hour Hot Dog Fight 00:35:46 - Charged By A 500 Pound Silverback 00:40:10 - I Wanted To Die Like A Man 00:52:03 - Where To Find Harland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out Hoop and Huddle, YMH Studios' new comedy sports show, hosted by comedians Luke Touma & Nate Marshall. Two friends talking basketball, football, and whatever ruined their weekend. Less "analysts breaks down the tape," more "your boys yelling at the TV." https://www.youtube.com/@UCdaQbXFKAuvKcZcwieo8A6A SPONSORS: See if you qualify for GLP-1s at https://Ro.co/firstdate On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian and Childless MILF Kim Congdon for a hilarious conversation about the guy who waited until 1:52 AM to mention his fiancée, hating bars and alcohol while still trying to date, why Puerto Rico exposes every man's demons, the guy who dumped her because he couldn't afford her, the "cousin" whose cleavage he posted, Lauren finding her name in the middle of a stranger's list, hunting for a husband at Bass Pro Shop, $500 gun sights, stalkers, why open relationships only work for men, and whether Kim should text the guy who didn't call. Follow Kim:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimcongdon/Tour dates: https://www.kimcongdon.com/Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! First Date Ep. 168 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencomptonhttps://www.instagram.com/firstdateshowhttps://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro00:00:25 - The Childless MILF Problem00:02:56 - Underoath And The Skater Boy00:06:21 - 16,000 Deleted Texts00:10:39 - "I Can't Afford You"00:14:02 - That's Not Your Cousin00:18:42 - Men Love To Lie00:21:16 - Barton Springs And Bass Pro00:25:04 - Stalkers00:30:37 - Why Didn't He Call?00:34:02 - The Hotel Text Rule00:39:09 - Open Relationships Don't Work00:41:43 - Do We Text Him Or Not?00:49:21 - Made Out With A 14-Year Friend00:52:15 - Where To Find Kim Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: Download the DraftKings Casino app, sign up with code DATE, and spin your way. The Crown is Yours. Sign up for your free trial at https://shopify.com/date On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian and Netflix Funny AF finalist Caitlin Peluffo for the conversation Lauren has been dying to have. They get into guys who try to out-funny her on dates, the pros and cons of raising a boy vs a girl, her experimentation with her high protein diet, rebounding from a seven year relationship, her personal struggle with purses, Caitlin's hot *ss that she works hard for, and how Zenith was an amazing kisser (but Zenith don't call her). Follow Caitlin:Instagram: http://instagram.com/caitlinpeluffoTour dates: https://punchup.live/caitlinpeluffoPodcast: Caitlin Peluffo's Good Time GalSpecial: Prosciutto Rose First Date Ep. 167 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Download the DraftKings Casino app, sign up with code DATE, and spin your way. The Crown is Yours. In partnership with DraftKings Casino. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-426-2537. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit https://CCPG.org. Please play responsibly. Twenty-one plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia only. Void in Canada. Eligibility restrictions apply. Non-withdrawable Spins issued as fifty spins per day for twenty days, valid for select games only and expire each day after twenty four hours. Spins values vary. See terms at https://Casino.DraftKings.com/promos. Ends November twenty second twenty twenty six at eleven fifty nine PM Eastern Time. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:43 - Life After Funny AF 00:05:07 - Caitlin's Type 00:08:43 - Perfect First Date 00:14:42 - Girl Or Boy: Which Is Better 00:19:55 - Guys Trying To Be Funnier Than Caitlin 00:22:11 - Zenith Was Quite The Kisser 00:24:37 - Alcohol Preferences 00:26:58 - Caitlin Is Big On Protein 00:31:36 - Bad Pickup Attempts 00:36:19 - Longest Relationship 00:38:14 - Going To A Dude's Place 00:41:07 - Caitlin Doesn't Know How To Do A Purse 00:44:10 - Please Hit On Caitlin At The Gym 00:47:13 - Caitlin's Got A Nice Ass 00:50:36 - Wrap Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: Stop waiting for permission to build something. Main character energy only. Free trial at ⁠https://shopify.com/date⁠ As a listener of this podcast, you'll get $80 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to ⁠https://Talkspace.com⁠ and enter promo code SPACE80. To match with a licensed therapist today, go to ⁠https://Talkspace.com⁠ and enter promo code SPACE80. On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian and Netflix Funny AF runner-up Usama Siddiquee for a hilarious conversation about being 35 and hunting for a wife, why the post-hang tells you who you're actually into, Bible verse bios and other hard nos, DoorDash dinners and dirty martinis with five olives, vetting DMs after blowing up, the Tesla door problem, everything he learned about dating from black women, why open relationships don't work, love languages, the neck turn, and the only correct way to answer "is she hot?" Follow Usama:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/usamastandsup/Tour dates: https://usamastandsup.com/showsPodcast: https://www.youtube.com/@UCSkD8luMeXloTKL5l3QMFhQ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! First Date Ep. 166 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencomptonhttps://www.instagram.com/firstdateshowhttps://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:00:51 - Usama's A Fan?!?00:03:13 - Usama Is Looking For His Wife00:04:15 - The Post Hang Is Who You Really Are00:05:48 - Bible Verses In The Bio00:13:41 - Socks Stay On00:17:18 - Finding Love In The DMs?00:21:07 - The "Texture" Of The Hang00:22:46 - Tesla Doors Killed The Gentleman00:24:41 - Black Women Taught Me Everything00:28:31 - His Longest Relationship And Why Open Doesn't Work00:32:18 - All Gas No Breaks and Love Languages00:40:53 - How To Win "Is She Hot?" Game00:45:59 - How Usama Would Propose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: As a listener of this podcast, you'll get $80 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to https://Talkspace.com and enter promo code SPACE80. To match with a licensed therapist today, go to https://Talkspace.com and enter promo code SPACE80. On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian Katherine Blanford for a hilarious conversation about hanging onto the side of her ex's moving Tahoe, falling in love on the Workaholics cruise, Lauren's secret move-out, getting scammed on Facebook Marketplace, a $245 bottle of spa lotion, box wine and lake days, field parties, and Lauren's 10-pound baby just days before her C-section. Follow Katherine Blanford:Instagram: https://instagram.com/itskatherineblanfordTour Dates: https://katherineblanford.com Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! First Date Ep. 164 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencomptonhttps://www.instagram.com/firstdateshowhttps://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro00:01:42 - The Golden Era Of Victoria Secret00:05:36 - Break Ups and Wild Rides00:07:37 - The Crazy Rich Ex00:12:21 - The Craziest Break Up00:21:02 - Dating A Bunch Of Different Types Of People00:23:36 - Dating Someone New!00:27:46 - Finally Dating Someone Secure00:31:21 - Getting Got On Facebook Market Place00:32:43 - Scammed For Lotion00:37:34 - Louis Vuitton & Fanny Packs00:41:56 - Faking Art00:43:13 - Wine Tasting Is Over Rated00:45:55 - Slap The Wine Bag00:49:18 - Going To A Field Party00:52:19 - Going Tubing Growing Up00:55:03 - The Hot Girl Bathroom Photo00:58:33 - Lauren's Giant Baby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: Make the switch to Chime® to earn 3.75% APY and 5% cash back: https://chime.com/DATE 🎟️ JEREMIAH WATKINS TOUR DATES: https://punchup.live/jeremiahwatkins/tour On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian Jeremiah Watkins for a hilarious conversation about dating, relationships, marriage, fatherhood, sex, and family.Jeremiah talks about winning his wife over with comedy, how long you should date before making things official, putting God before sex, his dad's best dating advice, and what it takes to make a relationship work. Lauren shares her mom hacks, they debate whether matching your partner's family is lame, and things get especially personal when they talk about sex during pregnancy. Follow Jeremiah Watkins:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremiahstandup/ Watch First Date with Lauren Compton for hilarious conversations about dating, relationships, marriage, sex, family, parenting, and modern love. Like, comment, and subscribe to YMH Studios for more First Date episodes. First Date Ep. 164 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencomptonhttps://www.instagram.com/firstdateshowhttps://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro00:00:44 - Long Time No See00:04:11 - Playing With Children00:06:24 - Winning Her Over With Comedy00:09:08 - God Before Sex00:11:05 - How Long Before Making It Official00:24:48 - Jeremiah's Dad Advice00:28:00 - Lauren's Mom Hacks00:34:00 - Is Matching The Family Lame?00:38:30 - Stand Up And Improv Background00:42:16 - Sexy Time During Pregnancy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: Go to https://ro.co/FIRSTDATE to see if you qualify. On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian and Loveline co-host Mike Catherwood for a hilarious conversation about meeting his wife on the radio show, why Dr. Drew was the world's best wingman, getting clean at 21, going to confession, quitting Hollywood to raise goats in Texas, hotboxing his Scion in the San Gabriel Valley, and a surprise visit from his cousin Rudy. Follow Mike Catherwood:Instagram: instagram.com/mikecatherwood Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for new episodes of First Date every week. First Date Ep. 163 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencomptonhttps://www.instagram.com/firstdateshowhttps://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:02:53 - Meeting his wife on Loveline / Dr. Drew: world's worst wingman00:07:04 - The number that never got delivered00:10:22 - "I'm not good at dating"00:12:25 - How do you break up? (you don't)00:16:00 - The journaling boyfriend00:19:09 - What marriage looked like growing up00:21:10 - Proposing after 4 months / bachelor-era regrets00:26:11 - Getting clean at 21 — meth, coke & Tom Arnold00:31:48 - Confession00:35:07 - Loveline confessional / Mexican American Princes00:37:51 - The Scion hotbox & Alan from Azusa00:42:29 - Goat farmer in Texas00:46:06 - 15-year-old carnivores & boys who won't drive00:48:30 - Girl dad talk00:51:38 - Rudy Cisneros Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Download the DraftKings Casino app and sign up with code DATE. - As a listener of this podcast, you'll get $80 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to http://Talkspace.com and enter promo code SPACE80. That's S-P-A-C-E-8-0. To match with a licensed therapist today, go to http://Talkspace.com and enter promo code SPACE80. On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton welcomes back comedian Steph Tolev for a hilarious conversation about pregnancy, c-sections, public breastfeeding, diaper duty negotiations, why Steph doesn't want kids, planning a wedding, buying a new house, honeymoon destinations, pregnancy cravings, and getting ready to welcome Lauren's baby. Follow Steph Tolev: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephtolev/ Tour Dates & More: https://punchup.live/stephtolev Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for new episodes of First Date every week. First Date Ep. 162 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit https://CCPG.org. Please play responsibly. 21 plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia only. Void in Canada. Eligibility restrictions apply. Non-withdrawable Spins issued as fifty spins per day for twenty days, valid for select games only and expire each day after 24 hours. Spins values vary. See terms at https://casino.DraftKings.com/promos. Ends August 23rd at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:56 - Diaper Duties 00:07:35 - Public Breastfeeding 00:10:11 - Steph Got Engaged! 00:19:47 - Meeting The Terry Black's BBQ Man 00:26:00 - No Kids For Steph 00:29:16 - The Plans For The Wedding 00:36:35 - Where Are We Honeymooning? 00:41:28 - Seeing Wemby's Weiner 00:48:14 - Craving A Modelo During Pregnancy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: Head to https://chime.com/DATE Get $80 off your first month with promo code SPACE80 at https://Talkspace.com/date On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian Tim Butterly for a hilarious conversation about marrying his high school sweetheart, becoming a dad at a young age, raising kids in the age of screens, why jiu-jitsu might be the best sport for children, first dates built around video games, camping, astrology, courthouse weddings, and why having kids made life better—not harder. Follow Tim Butterly:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timbutterly/Tour Dates & More: https://www.timbutterly.com/ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for new episodes of First Date every week. First Date Ep. 161 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencomptonhttps://www.instagram.com/firstdateshowhttps://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:02:22 - Meeting My Wife In Highschool00:04:11 - Our First Date (Video Games)00:05:04 - Date Nights Now VS. The Past00:07:36 - Doing Combat Sports Since A Teen00:09:02 - Astrology Beliefs00:14:00 - Traveling Blind00:15:39 - The Joys Of Camping00:19:33 - Allowing Screentime For Kids00:21:41 - Lauren is a REAL GAMER00:28:47 - Lauren's One Time Camping00:30:52 - How Did Tim Propose?00:37:51 - Getting Married At The Courthouse00:42:58 - Weddings Are The Worst00:46:38 - Kids Make Life Better Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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SPONSORS: Your landlord has a small business. Your ex has a small business. What are you waiting for? Start free at https://shopify.com/date On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian, author, and actress Rosebud Baker to talk about life after separation, navigating divorce, and her new memoir, Fully Baked. They get into writing the book over five years, finding love in the New York comedy scene, becoming a single comedy mom, approaching dating differently, using astrology to map relationships, love bombing, and what she's learned about herself through heartbreak. Follow Rosebud Baker:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosebudbaker/Get her new memoir, Fully Baked: https://www.rosebudbaker.com/ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for new episodes of First Date every week. First Date Ep. 158 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencomptonhttps://www.instagram.com/firstdateshowhttps://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro00:00:34 - Writing a Memoir for 5 Years00:03:00 - Finding Love in the NYC Comedy Scene00:04:36 - NEWS UPDATE: We Are Separated00:05:51 - Still Figuring Out What Went Wrong00:08:30 - Push Back For Making Fun of Men's Feelings00:15:49 - Feeling Lost During Divorce and Break-ups00:20:05 - Being A Single Comedy Mom00:23:26 - Approaching Dating Differently00:27:12 - Using Astrology For Mapping Love00:34:44 - Someone Love Bomb Rosebud00:39:30 - Rosebud Gave Birth To Herself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: Get $80 off your first month at https://www.Talkspace.com/date - use promo code SPACE80 Chime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding way to bank. Join the millions who are already banking fee free today. https://chime.com/date Comedian Chris Porter joins Lauren Compton on First Date for one of the funniest episodes yet. Chris opens up about leaving Los Angeles after a breakup, why Kansas City suits him better, his dating preferences, and why he thinks younger comedians have gotten too soft.The conversation goes completely off the rails with debates about sativa vs. indica, Lauren's microdosing routine, Facebook Marketplace finds, working as a mall cop before stand-up, stealing from old jobs, drinking with your parents as an adult, mani-pedis for men, and the closest Chris has ever come to getting married. First Date Ep. 157 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:11 - Leaving LA After A Breakup 00:03:20 - Meeting People in Kansas City 00:06:36 - Chris's Type 00:09:17 - The Younger Comedians Are Too Soft 00:16:56 - You CAN Drink During Pregnancy 00:19:22 - We Love Facebook Marketplace 00:20:15 - Sativa VS Indica 00:25:25 - Lauren's Microdose Method 00:28:32 - Going Out With His Parents To Drink Still 00:30:33 - Careers Outside Of Standup 00:33:09 - Craziest Mall Cop Story 00:37:41 - Stealing 00:38:08 - The Closest You've Come To Being Married 00:44:39 - Getting Pedicures As A Man Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/firstdate Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian Leah Lamarr for a hilarious conversation about dating, marriage, and family. They get into green card marriage obstacles, jail vs. prison, robots replacing humans, Leah's escape room obsession, shooting guns, changing her last name after getting married, being called out for being Jewish, her craziest stalker ex, and the unforgettable way her husband proposed. Follow Leah Lamarr for more stand-up, podcasts, and upcoming tour dates!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahlamarr/ Tour Dates & Tickets: https://punchup.live/leahlamarr First Date Ep. 156 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro00:01:31 - Green Card Marriage Obstacles00:06:46 - Figuring Out The Differences Between Jail and Prison00:14:17 - Robots Are Coming Thankfully00:15:58 - Talking About Their Feet00:17:19 - The Master Of Escape Rooms00:23:58 - Shooting Guns00:28:50 - Leah's Thoughts On Having A Family00:33:19 - Switching From Jewish To Lamar00:35:46 - Getting Called Out For Being Jewish00:45:02 - The Craziest Ex Stalked Me00:46:53 - An Escape Room Proposal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: Get fee-free banking at https://chime.com/DATE Go to https://ro.co/FIRSTDATE to see if you qualify for GLP-1 treatment on Ro https://mengotomars.com | 50% off for life + Free Shipping + 3 Free Gifts Jade Catta-Preta joins Lauren Compton on First Date for a hilarious conversation about modern dating, moving to Brazil, disastrous Raya experiences, relationship red flags, and the five non-negotiables she looks for in a partner. The two dive into everything from road trips and food compatibility to silent treatment tactics, bisexual dating quirks, witch therapists, Brazilian butt-lift dreams, and Lauren's ongoing recruitment into the gay community. Jade also opens up about why she's considering a major life change and what love would need to look like for her to stay First Date Ep. 155 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencomptonhttps://www.instagram.com/firstdateshowhttps://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:58 - Moving To Brazil 00:03:46 - Are Road Trips Worth It? 00:04:57 - Insane Raya Experiences 00:06:36 - Dreaming About Buttlifts In Brazil 00:08:56 - Are You Going To Be Gay Forever? 00:14:04 - The Five Requirements For Dating 00:19:49 - The Plan For Moving To Brazil 00:23:09 - Biggest Red Flags 00:25:58 - Food Is Important For Love 00:27:06 - Trying To Make Lauren Gay 00:31:10 - Choosing The Silent Treatment 00:36:14 - Working With A Witch Therapist 00:42:47 - Binging Novellas 00:44:19 - Mom's Are Superheroes 00:47:02 - Bisexual Men Quirks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gape your 4th eye with Kurt Metzger and Duncan Trussell's new podcast Mystery Boys and get to the bottom of what's really going on in the world: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-i3EV1v5hLdsQknDbyTEDhROmB-qoGg7 SPONSORS: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Get $80 off your first month with promo code SPACE80 at https://Talkspace.com/date Lauren Compton is joined by comedian, podcast host, and author Jared Freid!Jared shares the wild story of meeting the woman he loves, why he once chose to leave her, and how they ultimately found their way back to each other.Also in this episode: Why girls accept being forced onto dates by friends The richest guy Lauren has ever dated Holiday traditions Jared's love for the YMH restrooms 📘: Grab Jared's new book, Walking Red Flag: Dating Advice from Your Favorite Guy Friend:https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Walking-Red-Flag/Jared-Freid/9781668061800🎟 Tour dates, podcasts, merch & more:https://jaredfreid.com/➡️Jared's YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_NKOonHQ6nume9T3F-6uZA📸 Follow Jared:@‌jaredfreid📸 Follow Lauren:@‌iamlaurencompton#FirstDate #LaurenCompton #JaredFreid #DatingPodcast #RelationshipAdvice #ComedyPodcast #ModernDating #StandUpComedy First Date Ep. 154 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencomptonhttps://www.instagram.com/firstdateshowhttps://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:03:03 - Being Forced Onto Dates By Friends00:05:56 - A Wild Story Of Meeting His Love00:14:07 - Choosing To Leave Her00:17:32 - Falling Back In Love00:29:51 - The Richest Guy Laurens Ever Dated00:38:15 - Jared Loves the YMH Restrooms00:40:26 - Jared Learns About Raising Kids00:48:08 - Lauren Discovers The Golden Girls Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out Joe DeRosa's new podcast Vile and Horrendous Pull up a chair and listen to what Joe does best: piss and moan! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWvLI8xCAa0 Gape your 4th eye with Kurt Metzger and Duncan Trussell's new podcast Mystery Boys and get to the bottom of what's really going on in the world: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-i3EV1v5hLdsQknDbyTEDhROmB-qoGg7 Comedian Joe DeRosa joins Lauren Compton for a chaotic and painfully honest episode of First Date. Joe talks about officially moving to Austin full-time, life after heartbreak, surviving dating apps with absolutely zero matches, and figuring out who he actually is now. They get into bad flirting, people using people, why paddle boarding is terrible, the sacred art of the bar crawl, and the difference between trying to impress someone versus actually vibing with them. Joe’s new podcast Vile & Horrendous is out now on YouTube through YMH Studios and everywhere podcasts are available. Follow Joe DeRosa:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joederosacomedy/ Watch Vile & Horrendous on YouTube via YMH Studios First Date Ep. 153 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro00:03:04 - Joe's Moved To Austin Fulltime00:06:14 - A Year After Heartbreak00:11:48 - Trying Dating Apps00:16:54 - Joe's Type00:23:55 - People Using People00:28:12 - Paddle Boarding SUCKS00:33:02 - The Bar Crawl Ritual00:35:57 - This Isn't Working Lauren...00:40:46 - Impressing Vs. Vibing00:45:39 - Who Is Joe Now?00:51:47 - Small Talk Is Draining00:58:05 - I'm Not Actually Alpha Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Michael Lenoci joins First Date and things spiral almost immediately. Lauren and Mike talk love bombing, sliding into DMs, dating fans, revenge after divorce, having chemistry in arguments, and why Mike’s entire dating process sounds both calculated and reckless at the same time. Follow Michael Lenoci: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaellenoci/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelLenociComedy First Date Ep. 152 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:45 - Love Bombing 00:05:15 - Sliding Into Lauren's DMs 00:08:29 - How Does Mike Make his Moves? 00:23:32 - Crowd Work and Joke Writing 00:25:44 - Dating A Fan 00:29:44 - Using Months To Describe Age 00:34:40 - Revenge and Divorce 00:37:53 - How Would Mike Propose? 00:40:35 - Pitching a Baseball Themed Wedding 00:45:38 - Mike's Dating Process 00:52:38 - Being Good At Arguments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/firstdate - Get sixty days free at https://ShipStation.com with code date - Go to https://ro.co/FIRSTDATE to see if you qualify Comedian Justin Stagner joins Lauren Compton on First Date and this one gets wild fast… From hating his wife when they first met to getting pregnant before marriage, Justin breaks down one of the most chaotic love stories we’ve had on the show. They get into growing up with siblings, struggling to get pregnant, and somehow end up reviewing Waffle House like it’s fine dining. Lauren also shares stories about her trailer park ex, living in a haunted trailer, and what real date nights look like once you’re married and expecting a baby. This episode has everything: * Bad first impressions that turn into marriage * The WORST relationship stories imaginable * Pregnancy struggles & relationship pressure * Waffle House takes you didn’t ask for * Questionable life decisions that somehow worked out Justin also talks about his podcast The Southern Saturday Podcast and what it’s like preparing for a baby while no longer being in “great shape”😂 👇 FOLLOW JUSTIN STAGNER 👇 Website: https://www.justinstagner.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justin.stagner/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Justin.Stagner First Date Ep. 151 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:52 - Hating Her At First 00:05:06 - Pregnant Before Marriage 00:08:15 - Growing Up With Siblings 00:14:55 - Having Troubles Getting Pregnant 00:16:21 - Waffle House Review 00:20:11 - The Worst Relationship Ever 00:24:47 - Lauren's Trailer Park Ex 00:29:27 - Living In A Haunted Trailer 00:35:06 - Date Nights With The Wife 00:40:40 - The Baby Is Coming 00:44:49 - Wanting To Be Skinny While Pregnant 00:47:24 - Not In Shape Anymore 00:49:58 - Having Artistic Kids Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The End is here! Ari's new storytelling show is $5.99 per episode at https://theend.ymhstudios.com/ There's a total of 7 episodes for you to enjoy! SPONSORS: - Head to https://Chime.com/DATE. - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date On this episode of First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with Ari Shaffir for what might be the least helpful dating advice you’ll ever hear. They get into first date red flags, weird turn-offs, and why Ari operates like someone who’s never worried about a second date. From being chronically late to oversharing immediately, he pretty much lays out a blueprint for what not to do—while somehow making it work anyway. They also bounce through topics like only children vs. siblings, traveling the world solo, late-night energy shifts, and the kind of stories that start normal and end… not normal. Lauren tries to keep things on track. Ari does not help. First Date Ep. 150 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:20 - Weed and Pregnancy Cravings 00:05:45 - Pregnant Lady Sex 00:15:29 - Only Children VS Siblings 00:18:36 - The Newest Skank 00:20:13 - Ari's Trip Around The World 00:24:05 - Ari Is Always Late 00:26:57 - The Time A Lady Wow'd Ari 00:30:07 - Ari Learns About Breastfeeding 00:31:28 - The End 00:33:04 - The Witching Hour 00:41:36 - Ari's Vasectomy 00:43:18 - Boning At A Club Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The End is here! Ari's new storytelling show is $5.99 per episode at https://theend.ymhstudios.com/ There's a total of 7 episodes for you to enjoy! On First Date, Lauren Compton sits down with comedian Josh Wolf for a fast, chaotic dive into dating and relationships. They hit red flags, real friendships, and leaving the LA bubble—before getting into absolute madness: a disastrous first date (yes… poopy pants), getting “Me Too’d” in a way only Josh could make funny, and somehow ending up married through his manager. Plus: a post-car-crash prostate exam, the CDC calling him, gambling, moving to Europe, and parenting debates. Follow Josh Wolf: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshwolfcomedy/?hl=en Website: https://comedianjoshwolf.com/ (tour dates & more) First Date Ep. 149 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:24 - Leaving The LA Bubble 00:04:04 - Getting Me Too'd 00:08:12 - Married Through Our Manager 00:09:18 - Poopy Pants On The First Date 00:21:28 - Spotting Red Flags 00:26:05 - Knowing Who Your Friends Are 00:28:30 - The CDC Is Calling ME! 00:34:57 - Wanting To Move To Europe 00:36:49 - Selling Hand Made Belts 00:41:54 - Laurens Fashion Deals 00:44:39 - Gambling 00:55:36 - Who's Brain Does The Baby Have? 00:59:20 - Homeschooling Styles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The End is here! Ari's new storytelling show is $5.99 per episode at https://theend.ymhstudios.com/ There's a total of 7 episodes for you to enjoy! Check out Joe DeRosa's new podcast Vile and Horrendous Pull up a chair and listen to what Joe does best: piss and moan! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWvLI8xCAa0 Check out David Cross’ new special The End of the Beginning of the End and catch him on tour: https://officialdavidcross.com SPONSORS: - If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/firstdate - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date David Cross joins First Date with Lauren Compton and proves that even smart people can absolutely bungle a love story. He talks about grinding new material in New York, dating in entertainment, and how he somehow almost missed his wife… twice. From an awkward first attempt to meet her, to randomly running into her again, to carrying an engagement ring for over a year like a psycho before finally proposing. They get into their three-day wedding at a kids camp, raising a baby, skipping the night nurse, and the stories behind David’s tattoos. It’s bad timing, dumb luck, and a relationship that worked out anyway. First Date Ep. 148 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:29 - Living In NY And Getting New Material 00:03:47 - Relationships With People In Entertainment 00:06:32 - The First Attempt At Meeting His Wife 00:08:58 - Running Into Her Coincidentally 00:15:34 - How Did David Cross Propose? 00:27:37 - Having A 3 Day Wedding At A Kids Camp 00:32:54 - Holding Off On A Night Nurse 00:35:26 - Raising Babies 00:38:58 - David's Tattoos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The End is here! Ari's new storytelling show is $5.99 per episode at https://theend.ymhstudios.com/ There's a total of 7 episodes for you to enjoy! Become a paid channel member of YMH to get First Date episodes one day early and AD-FREE here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYIgiXwJck_Pb5Nj-wIrsqg/join SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date - Head to https://Chime.com/DATE. On this episode of First Date with Lauren Compton, Elyse Myers joins Lauren to break down the relationship that started with a flight to Kansas… and turned into a marriage. Elyse talks about knowing he was “the one” early on, only to feel completely friend-zoned, navigating mixed signals, and seeing two totally different sides of her now-husband. They get into the reality of conflict in relationships, the struggle of apologizing, and how honest communication can accidentally turn into something deeply healing. Plus—fast food love, a proposal story, and what it’s really like being married to someone you don’t always like. Real, chaotic, and surprisingly sweet. First Date Ep. 147 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:12 - He Knew She Was The One 00:07:13 - Flying To Kansas To Hang Out For The First Time 00:14:09 - Feeling Like She was Friend-zoned 00:20:08 - Experiencing Two Sides Of Him 00:24:06 - Learning to Resolve Conflicts Between Each Other 00:34:41 - Married To Someone Who Hates You 00:39:01 - Struggles of Apologizing 00:41:44 - Accidentally Creating A Healing Experience 00:46:41 - Fast Food Love 00:50:46 - How Did He Propose? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The End is Ari's new storytelling show! It's almost here! Premieres April 16 on https://theend.ymhstudios.com/ . Presale pricing only available for a short time! You get 7 full, hour long episodes of completely unfiltered stories for $24.99. Afterwards, the price will increase so get it now! SPONSORS: - Go to https://RO.CO/FIRSTDATE to see if you’re eligible for the new GLP-1 pill on Ro. Lauren Compton sits down with comedian and actor Kirk Fox to dive into everything from his new movie Plantman & Blondie to the wild stories behind his family, romantic life, and comedy career. Kirk opens up about meeting his wife, his most unusual fetishes and fantasies, what kind of partner he’s really looking for, and even his legendary encounters on the tennis court. Plus, hear about his time as a talk show host, what it would be like if he were a professor, and the influence of his cult-leader father. It’s funny, honest, and totally unfiltered—just like a first date should be. First Date Ep. 146 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:32 - Kirk's Child 00:05:16 - Plantman & Blondie 00:12:18 - Meeting His Wife 00:18:53 - What is Kirk's Type? 00:23:53 - The Legendary Tennis Player 00:28:25 - Fetishes and Fantasies 00:32:18 - Kirk's Romantic Weekends 00:37:31 - If Kirk Was A Professor 00:38:47 - Kirk's Cult Leader Father 00:46:58 - Kirk Had A Talk Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The End is Ari's new storytelling show! It's almost here! Premieres April 16 on https://theend.ymhstudios.com/ . Presale pricing only available for a short time! You get 7 full, hour long episodes of completely unfiltered stories for $24.99. Afterwards, the price will increase so get it now! SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date On this episode of First Date, comedian Frankie Quinones gets real about living in LA, being single, and the fears that come with dating. He talks approaching women in public, going too hard on a first date, and whether he even wants kids. Along the way, Frankie puts Lauren onto Latino culture—from food takes (including why Chipotle Mexican Grill isn’t real Mexican food) to dating dynamics and everything in between—plus a detour into astrology. Honest, unfiltered, and all Frankie. Follow Frankie Quinones: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frankiequinones/ Website: https://frankiequinones.com/ First Date Ep. 145 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:14 - Living In Los Angeles 00:08:31 - Frankie's Fears 00:14:46 - Frankie's Single Life 00:18:25 - Astrology 00:23:15 - Chinese Party For Lauren's Son 00:24:44 - Chipotle Is NOT MEXICAN 00:26:16 - Frankie's Hidden Talent 00:30:10 - World Baseball Classic 00:33:36 - Frankie's Interesting Sports Fact 00:35:33 - Going To Hard On The First Date 00:40:11 - Does He Want Kids? 00:43:57 - The Most Romantic Moment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The End is Ari's new storytelling show! It's almost here! Premieres April 16 on https://theend.ymhstudios.com/ . Presale pricing only available for a short time! You get 7 full, hour long episodes of completely unfiltered stories for $24.99. Afterwards, the price will increase so get it now! SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date On this episode of First Date, Mark Normand gets real about dad life, marriage, and the chaos of raising an extroverted baby—all with his signature unfiltered humor. He dives into mud kitchens, resolving fights with his wife, splitting finances, and even writing jokes about his little one. Along the way, Mark shares hilarious takes on snoring problems, love languages, and the wild moments that make family life unforgettable. Catch Mark’s new Netflix special, None Too Pleased, streaming now! Follow Mark Normand: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@marknormand Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marknormand/ Website: https://www.marknormand.com/ First Date Ep. 144 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:55 - Mark's Dad Life 00:06:30 - Mud Kitchens For Kids 00:08:32 - Resolving Fights In Marriage 00:10:15 - Old Viral Youtube Videos 00:14:14 - Reality Tv Shows 00:15:25 - Splitting Finances 00:16:09 - The Wife Cooks 00:18:35 - Lauren's DUI 00:22:09 - Favorite Comedy Spots 00:23:53 - Having An Extrovert Baby 00:25:13 - Mark's Snoring Problem 00:27:01 - Writing Jokes About The Baby 00:29:34 - Making Cocktails With Breastmilk 00:32:33 - Choosing A C-Section Birth 00:35:21 - Mark's New Special 00:38:04 - Mark's Love Languages 00:39:24 - Getting Mugged 3 Times 00:43:01 - Getting Bed Bugs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Go to https://RO.CO/FIRSTDATE to see if you’re eligible for the new GLP-1 pill on Ro. Comedian Natalie Cuomo joins Lauren Compton on First Date to talk about jumping back into dating after divorce, the biggest “icks” that instantly ruin a guy, weird fan interactions, love bombing, and the wildest people she’s encountered while dating. They also debate online vs in-person dating and Lauren shares her best advice for training men. Follow Natalie Cuomo: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliecuomo_/ Tour Dates: https://www.punchup.live/nataliecuomo/tickets Website: https://www.nataliecuomo.com First Date Ep. 143 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:59 - Recently Divorced 00:08:53 - Focusing On Me Time 00:11:43 - Natalie's Biggest Ick 00:13:07 - New Yorkers Have Goblin Feet 00:14:03 - In Person Vs. Online Dating 00:15:25 - Dating Different Types Of People 00:17:49 - Crazy Fans 00:20:46 - Natalie's Biggest Turn On 00:25:00 - Love Bombing 00:30:14 - Tattoos Are Fun 00:41:03 - Are You Pregnant? 00:44:22 - Laurens Love Language Is Diamonds 00:47:13 - Lauren's Advice For Training Men Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Lauren Compton sits down with dentist-turned-comedian Dr. Brady for a hilarious episode of First Date. Dr. Brady shares how he went from drilling teeth to doing stand-up comedy, the story of his first date with his wife, and the lengths he went to win her back (including a questionable spray tan). They dive into Mormon dating culture, wild relationship loopholes, Amish dental myths, romantic gestures gone wrong, and the shocking reveal of Dr. Brady’s hairpiece. Plus, the two debate bald vs. hairpiece, pickup artist tactics, flip-flops on men, and the challenges of becoming a mother-in-law. Dr. Brady is a dentist, comedian, and host of the Laughing My Gas Off podcast. Follow Dr. Brady: 🌐 Website: https://www.drbradysmith.com/ 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCxum57IuTLtRdKKtR_aWMA 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbradysmith/ First Date Ep. 142 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:49 - From Dentistry to Comedy 00:02:22 - Father Of 4 With No Balls For More 00:03:51 - First Date With His Wife 00:04:58 - Getting A Spray Tan To Win Her Back 00:07:49 - Dr. Brady's Tattoos 00:09:00 - Dr. Brady's Most Romantic Gestures 00:11:32 - How Did Dr. Brady Propose 00:12:54 - Married In The Mormon Temple 00:14:44 - Amish Dental Myths 00:17:11 - Marrying Mormon 00:17:56 - Soaking 00:18:46 - The Mormon Poophole Loophole 00:21:32 - Dr. Brady's Hair Piece Reveal 00:27:47 - Bowling Controversy 00:29:51 - Mystery The Pick Up Artist 00:32:31 - Lying About Being Divorced 00:33:54 - Hair Piece Vs. Bald 00:38:32 - Being Bald And Jacked 00:41:20 - Guys In Flip Flops? 00:43:59 - Girls With B*tchy Names 00:49:56 - Challenges Of Being A Mother-in-law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Go to https://RO.CO/FIRSTDATE to see if you’re eligible for the new GLP-1 pill on Ro On this episode of First Date, host Lauren Compton sits down with Eleanor Kerrigan for a hilarious and brutally honest conversation about love and stand-up. Eleanor talks about growing up in a tight-knit family with nine siblings, almost getting married three times, and what it was really like being engaged to Andrew Dice Clay — including his unforgettable proposal. She shares stories about her first fiancé, wild dating experiences, and fans trying to shoot their shot. The episode also dives into her unexpected path into comedy, grinding open mics, getting booed in a stadium, and life on tour. Follow Eleanor Kerrigan: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ejkerrigan/ YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/user/eleanorkerrigan 🎟️ See Eleanor Live on Tour: https://www.eleanorjkerrigan.com/shows First Date Ep. 141 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:46 - Growing Up With 9 Siblings 00:02:38 - Almost Married 3 Times 00:04:03 - Her Ex Fiancé Is Andrew Dice Clay! 00:05:00 - Getting Into A Relationship With The Dice Man 00:08:34 - Saying Yes To The Dice Man 00:12:08 - The First Fiancé 00:14:03 - Wanting To Murder My Fiancé 00:15:51 - Weird Date Stories 00:21:47 - Eleanor's Life Touring 00:22:52 - She Never Wanted To Be A Comic 00:25:41 - From Writing A Play To Doing Stand Up 00:27:48 - Getting Booed In A Stadium 00:31:38 - Grinding Open Mics 00:33:40 - Fans Trying To Date Her 00:36:11 - Having A Single Mom Of 10 00:38:53 - Deciding Not To Have Kids 00:43:20 - Raised In A Tight Knit Family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date On this episode of *First Date Podcast,* host Lauren Compton sits down with stand-up comic Blair Socci for a brutally honest (and hilarious) conversation about dating in LA. Blair talks about not prioritizing relationships, her 30-date Hinge challenge, and how family influences her standards. The two dive into big questions around marriage, motherhood, frozen eggs, and finding the right person—plus Blair’s longest relationship, a chaotic blind date, and her idea of the perfect first date. It’s sharp, self-aware, and full of laughs about love, independence, and modern romance. Catch Blair on tour and follow her here: 🎤 *Tour Dates:* https://punchup.live/blairsocci 📸 *Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/blairsocci 📺 *YouTube:* https://youtube.com/@blairsocciofficial First Date Ep. 140 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:02 - Living In LA 00:03:17 - Blair Does Not Prioritize Relationships 00:05:13 - 30 Date Hinge Challenge 00:07:16 - Forming Standards Based Off Family Members 00:08:27 - Happy as a Mom or Married? 00:10:05 - BBQ Family 00:14:19 - You Need The Right Person 00:16:04 - Blair's Pandemic Certifications 00:18:13 - Lauren's Husband Loves Asians 00:20:35 - Blair's Frozen Eggs 00:23:46 - Blairs Longest Relationship 00:26:05 - Blind Readhead Date 00:31:15 - Blair's Perfect Firstdate 00:35:13 - Laurens First Trip With Her Husband 00:42:03 - They Love The Older Men 00:43:32 - Blair's Comedy Style 00:45:50 - Romantic Gestures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Check out the new show from Ian Fidance "IAN DO: AN ODD GUY DOIN ODD JOBS" new episodes every other Tuesday! https://youtube.com/@UChygx8m9Drak7p_5zlX94fw - Go to https://RO.co/FIRSTDATE to see if you’re eligible for the new GLP-1 pill on Ro. - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Lauren Compton is back for her third First Date with comedian Ian Fidance and somehow it’s even more unhinged. They get into his show Ian Do, his favorite random jobs, becoming a tattoo artist for a day, and the important question — when does a busy comic find “pleasure time”? Ian’s mom delivers some lovely commentary, Lauren’s goth-era photos resurface, and a Nirvana conspiracy theory enters the chat. Plus: weird eating rituals (don’t let Ian touch the food), girls loving gross things, imaginary friends, cigarettes & tobacco, taking yourself out, and… is Lauren pregnant again?! Like, comment, and subscribe for more First Date episodes on YMH Studios. 👉 Watch Ian’s stand-up and Ian Do here: https://www.youtube.com/@IanFidanceComedy/featured First Date Ep. 139 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:54 - Ian's Favorite Job From Ian Do 00:05:24 - When Is Pleasure Time, Ian? 00:07:52 - Becoming A Tattoo Artist In A Day 00:10:17 - Girls Love Gross Things 00:16:56 - Lauren's Goth Pictures 00:29:14 - Nirvana Conspiracy Theory 00:33:14 - Taking Yourself Out 00:35:54 - Ian's Weird Eating Rituals 00:43:03 - Cigarettes and Tobacco 00:47:29 - Laurens Pregnant Again!?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: Check out the new show from Ian Fidance "IAN DO: AN ODD GUY DOIN ODD JOBS" new episodes every other Tuesday! / @ianfidancecomedy Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Lauren Compton is joined by comedian Sean Patton, who walks her through the perfect first date in New York City—*from *Shake Shack to walking the High Line and everything in between. Sean breaks down where to go, how to catch a real vibe, and how to end the night the right way, while mixing in stories about NYC drinking laws, dating fails, Texas BBQ, and why simple plans beat fancy ones every time. 👉 Find Sean Patton’s tour dates, specials, and socials: https://linktr.ee/seanpattoncomedian First Date Ep. 138 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:35 - Mardi Gras 00:04:29 - Texas BBQ 00:07:08 - BBQ Hook Up Fail Story 00:10:03 - How Sean Met His Love 00:12:57 - Missing Spots For Her 00:18:11 - What Is The Perfect NYC First Date? 00:25:33 - Secret NY Drinking Laws 00:27:20 - Lauren Prefers Shake Shack Over Michelin Star Restaurants 00:30:27 - Back To The Perfect NYC First Date 00:35:01 - How To Catch A Serious Vibe On A First Date 00:39:48 - Ending The Perfect First Date 00:43:14 - Old Austin Rainey Street 00:44:34 - Comedy Festival's Then And Now 00:46:42 - Weird Austin Corporate Comedy Story 00:51:38 - Where To Find Sean! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Check out the new show from Ian Fidance "IAN DO: AN ODD GUY DOIN ODD JOBS" new episodes every other Tuesday! https://youtube.com/@ianfidancecomedy?si=qUc9UfdpJ6im9xmj - Go to https://ro.co/FIRSTDATE to see if you’re eligible for the new GLP-1 pill on Ro. Lauren Compton sits down with comedian Dan St. Germain for a hilarious deep dive into awkward first dates, wild drinking stories, and unforgettable life experiences. From meeting his wife and lifelong friendships, to corsets, “Power Boobs,” pumping like a cow, epic video game moments, and even aliens, UFOs, and Bigfoot theories—this episode is packed with laughs, cringe, and shocking stories you won’t want to miss. 🎟️ Get tickets to see Dan live: Dan St. Germain Tour https://punchup.live/danstgermain/tickets?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnplvblMIdAGm_dgLFLb8gEkvXbNxSrCs5FemgD4ZJuiwXILn7ltwF3l2MCXg_aem_tc-Y3My49JjOhZkNQwEXig 📸 Follow Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danst.germain/ ▶️ Watch more Dan St. Germain comedy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanStGermain?app=desktop&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnnjleQ90q6LKrtDvAkYxEY66TftX8fogfXcRwZ6ptdgOA9o7_65gRl54Q-bQ_aem_eSnjYtqrcSUe4WE_Sm13FQ First Date Ep. 137 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:41 - What Can You Eat While Pregnant? 00:07:18 - How Dan Met His Wife 00:12:41 - Having Lifelong Friends 00:16:39 - Dan's Drinking Endeavors 00:22:06 - Working As A Hospice Volunteer 00:26:19 - How Lauren Survived Black School 00:28:52 - Finding Boobs At 13 00:30:46 - Power Boobs 00:33:39 - Wearing a Corset As A Fat Man 00:36:07 - Pumping Like A Cow 00:40:22 - Playing Video Games 00:42:15 - Aliens and UAP's 00:46:25 - New Big Foot Theory 00:49:27 - Brazilian UFO Crash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - New customers, bet $5 and get extra bonus bets if your bet wins. The Crown Is Yours! Sign up using https://dkng.co/firstdate or through my promo code FIRSTDATE. #DKPartner - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Comedian Des Bishop sits down with Lauren Compton to talk dating his now-wife during the pandemic, moving fast, getting married, and thinking about whether kids are the next step. They touch on growing up in Ireland, how life experience shapes relationships, and what changes when dating later in life. Be on the look out for Des Bishop’s new special Bridge and Tunnel, plus tour dates and more: 👉 https://www.desbishop.net/ First Date Ep. 136 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit https://gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit https://www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Bet must settle by and Token expires 2/22/26. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: https://sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 2/15/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:49 - Pandemic Love 00:09:15 - Getting Engaged Fast 00:12:29 - Possibly Having Kids at 50 00:19:11 - Men Vs. Women Responsibilities 00:22:55 - Having Siblings 00:24:51 - Growing Up Bad 00:30:27 - Living In Ireland 00:34:08 - The Craic 00:39:03 - Love Language In China 00:43:49 - Memories You'll Never Have 00:48:29 - Mom On Mom Hate 00:52:29 - Bridge And Tunnel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Go to https://ro.co/FIRSTDATE to see if you’re eligible for the new GLP-1 pill on Ro. - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Get ready to laugh out loud — comedian Zainab Johnson hops on First Date with Lauren Compton for a no-holds-barred, hilarious deep dive into modern dating. They explode myths about single life, preach why relationships should feel good, and trade outrageous stories about the men who show up at her shows. Zainab spills on honesty in dating, her biggest red flags, flirting with younger guys, becoming “ugly” to exes, why men can glow up with age, and the tiny romantic gestures that actually matter. This episode is equal parts warm, brutally honest, and wildly funny — you don’t want to miss it. Catch Zainab on tour: https://www.zainabjohnson.com/ First Date Ep. 135 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:47 - Single Life 00:04:33 - Relationships Are Supposed To Feel Good 00:08:17 - Honesty Is Always Preferred 00:15:06 - The Type Of Men At My Shows 00:16:50 - Dating Younger Men 00:22:56 - My Red Flags 00:28:06 - Becoming Ugly To Exes 00:31:05 - Men Get Better With Age 00:35:45 - Beauty Over Humor 00:39:00 - The Glowing Tooth 00:42:03 - Expectations Of Monogamy 00:47:45 - Seeing The Person You Want With Another 00:51:00 - Romantic Gestures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date - New Customers Bet $5 Get $300 in Bonus Bets If Your Bet Wins. The Crown Is Yours! Sign up using https://dkng.co/firstdate or through my promo code FIRSTDATE. #DKPartner This episode of First Date features Lauren Compton and comedian Yvette Segan breaking down modern dating and relationships. They talk about becoming official, what it’s like when someone clearly doesn’t like you at first, and how some relationships move way too fast—falling in love in three days or moving in together before you’re ready. They get into stay-at-home boyfriends, rom-com expectations, heated relationship rivalries, nicknames for men, London f*ck boys, makeup vs. no makeup, why the hottest women often get treated the worst, and ending a relationship over a conspiracy theory. 🎤 Catch Yvette on tour — grab tickets at https://yvettesegan.com 📲 Follow Yvette on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yvettesegan/ Subscribe for more First Date episodes and chaotic dating conversations. First Date Ep. 134 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit http://gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), or visit http://www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Token expires 2/1/26. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: http://sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 1/25/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:06 - Becoming Official 00:05:09 - He Did Not Like Me 00:09:48 - 3 Days To Fall In Love 00:18:07 - Stay At Home Boyfriend 00:23:47 - Moving In With Someone 00:28:09 - The Ladies Love Rom Coms 00:32:59 - Heated Rivalry 00:38:24 - Nicknames For Boyfriends 00:41:16 - London Fuck Boys 00:45:03 - The Hottest Women Get Treated Horribly 00:49:15 - Make Up vs. No Make Up 00:55:31 - Ending It Over A Conspiracy Theory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Jessimae Peluso joins Lauren Compton for a raw, funny, and unexpectedly emotional episode of First Date. The two Virgos bond over long-distance love, monogamy, first kisses, and the kind of heartbreak that actually changes you. Jessimae opens up about meeting someone at a funeral, navigating love after loss, her worst breakup, and why authenticity is the most attractive trait there is. From chaotic Valentine’s Day stories to love languages, big men, and what romance really looks like, this date goes places. First Date with Lauren Compton explores modern dating, relationships, and everything we don’t say out loud—until now. Find more of Jessimae's shows and podcasts here: https://linktr.ee/Jessimae First Date Ep. 133 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit http://gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), or visit http://www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Token expires 2/1/26. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: http://sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 1/25/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:08 - Long Distance Love 00:02:16 - We Met At A Funeral 00:04:54 - I Want Monogamy 00:07:55 - Our First Kiss 00:11:32 - Food And Big Men 00:14:43 - The Bad Seed Is You 00:17:31 - Authenticity Is Attractive 00:22:33 - Observing Arrogant People 00:26:32 - The Worst Break Up 00:29:03 - I Was Supposed To Be A Boy 00:31:08 - The Most Romantic Experiences 00:37:13 - What is Jessimae's Love Language? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - New Customers Bet $5 Get $300 in Bonus Bets If Your Bet Wins. The Crown Is Yours! Sign up using https://dkng.co/firstdate or through my promo code FIRSTDATE. #DKPartner - Go to https://RO.CO/FIRSTDATE for your free insurance check. - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Lauren Compton sits down with Jack Shaw for a first date that goes off the rails fast. From having a girlfriend and bringing undeniable confidence, to oversharing bathroom habits, learning how pregnancy works, and breaking down his dating history, nothing is off-limits. Jack opens up about stand-up comedy, losing his virginity, getting dumped, and the surprisingly sweet moments that show up when you least expect them. Honest, unfiltered, and exactly the kind of first date you shouldn’t miss. First Date Ep. 132 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit http://gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), or visit http://www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Token expires 2/1/26. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: http://sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 1/25/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:15 - Jack Shaw Has A Girlfriend 00:03:35 - Jack's Biggest Attributes 00:07:28 - Jack Learns About Pregnancy 00:13:10 - Starting Stand Up 00:17:02 - Jack Shaw's Date Nights 00:22:30 - My Mentally Ill Girlfriend 00:28:58 - They Always Break Up With Me 00:33:11 - Losing My Virginity 00:37:16 - Jack's Sweetest Moment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date - Go to https://RO.CO/FIRSTDATE for your free insurance check. Comedian Chloe Radcliffe joins Lauren Compton for a hilarious, fast-paced episode of First Date. Chloe breaks down her viral one-hour first date rule, why she calls herself a “big cheater” (in games, calm down), and why guy friends are more fun and gossip harder than anyone expects. Lauren and Chloe dive into dating in 2025, how people really meet now, relationship goals, opposite-sex friendships, and Chloe’s journey into stand-up comedy. They also get into irrational fears, being raised by hippie parents, astrology, being proudly cheap, pet peeves, and Chloe’s most unexpectedly romantic moment. Perfect for fans of comedy podcasts, dating shows, and unfiltered storytelling. Follow Chloe Radcliffe: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloebadcliffe/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chloebadcliffe Website: https://www.chloeradcliffe.com/ First Date Ep. 131 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:53 - Let's Meet Chloe Radcliffe! 00:01:41 - Meeting The Man 00:03:49 - The 1 Hour First Date 00:06:45 - She Is A BIG Cheater 00:17:21 - How Do You Meet People? 00:20:55 - What's The Relationship Goal? 00:22:10 - Getting Into Stand Up 00:25:33 - Guy Friends Are More Fun 00:28:35 - Guys Love Gossip 00:31:46 - Having Opposite Sex Friends 00:34:12 - Chloe's Irrational Fears 00:35:36 - Astrology and Being Raised By Hippies 00:39:44 - Being A Cheap Person 00:41:16 - The Pet Peeves 00:43:55 - The Most Romantic Moment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Comedian Lucas Zelnick sits down with Lauren Compton for a first date that’s equal parts hilarious and uncomfortably honest. From saying “I love you” too soon and touring with his girlfriend, to growing up Jewish and having guilty orgasms on mushrooms — nothing is off the table. Lucas opens up about relationships, faith, body count logic, and how to actually keep things happy when love gets real. Lauren brings the charm (and chaos), and somehow they end up talking about poop, God, and emotional maturity in the same breath. 💘 Subscribe for new First Dates every week with Lauren Compton — where comedians get flirty, funny, and way too real. 📲 *Follow Lucas Zelnick:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucaszelnick/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lucaszelnick YouTube: @LucasZelnickComedy First Date Ep. 130 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:47 - Lucas's Love Life 00:07:47 - You Have To Be Agreeable On A First Date 00:10:12 - When Do You Say "I Love You." 00:12:44 - Believing God 00:15:05 - Getting Back With Her 00:16:10 - Touring With My Girlfriend 00:20:54 - Guilty Orgasms On Mushrooms 00:25:25 - Going To Private School/Stanford 00:29:30 - Growing Up Jewish 00:32:40 - Finding Out Lauren's Body Count 00:37:16 - Body Count Logic Is Broken 00:40:18 - How To Keep A Happy Relationship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date 🎙️ First Date with Lauren Compton — Featuring Ashley Parker Angel Lauren sits down with Ashley Parker Angel —O-Town icon and now the owner of a growing supplement company—for a funny, honest dive into his new business era and his dating life. Ashley talks about getting catfished, surviving boy-band life, and why he sometimes stays friends with an ex. He opens up about having a relationship documented by MTV, while Lauren shares her own story about a foreign ex-lover, leading them into what Ashley is actually looking for these days. They touch on horoscopes, Ashley’s firm “no hook-ups” rule, the reality of dealing with stalkers, and how supplements keep him grounded. And of course—Lauren asks: How romantic is Ashley, really? First Date Ep. 129 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:22 - Dealing With Being Catfished 00:07:06 - Boy Band Life 00:15:56 - Your Friends With Your Ex?? 00:20:40 - My Relationship Was Documented By MTV 00:24:04 - Lauren's Foreign Ex-Lover 00:27:37 - What Is Ash Looking For? 00:32:06 - Horoscope Readings 00:34:03 - No Hook Ups, Thank You 00:36:41 - Dealing With Stalkers 00:39:56 - Taking Supplements 00:45:55 - How Romantic Are You? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Go to https://RO.CO/FIRSTDATE for your free insurance check. Comedian Ian Edwards sits down with Lauren for a First Date full of chaos: people think he’s a UPS driver, he’s a quiet vegan, peppermint is apparently “Black pumpkin spice,” and he may or may not watch a certain website too much. They talk pet peeves, rotting ducks, fake calmness, and why Ian refuses to live with a partner… ever. 👉 IG: https://www.instagram.com/ianedwardscomic 👉 https://linktr.ee/ianedwardscomic First Date Ep. 128 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:54 - Ian's Mistaken Identity 00:05:45 - The One That Got Away 00:08:39 - Ian's Type Of "Monogamy" 00:09:35 - "You're a VEGAN??" 00:13:16 - The Black Man's Pumpkin Spice 00:18:02 - Ian's Addictions 00:21:08 - What Are You're Pet Peeves? 00:23:33 - Being Calm Is EXHAUSTING 00:25:32 - Lauren's Duck Conundrum 00:28:51 - Ian's Big Relationship Fear 00:32:54 - Ian's Plan To A Successful Marriage 00:38:20 - The 2 Year Scare Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Lauren Compton sits down with comedian Langston Kerman to talk sneaky proposals, serial monogamy, wedding chaos, living with your partner, and how he knew his wife was “the one.” Lauren even realizes she’s being gaslit mid-episode. Funny, honest, and very First Date energy. *Follow Langston on Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/langstonkerman/ *Listen to his podcast:* https://www.youtube.com/@MyMommaToldMe First Date Ep. 127 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:35 - How I Tricked My Wife 00:08:12 - Sneaky Proposal Moment 00:11:42 - Serial Monogamy 00:16:09 - Becoming A Poet and Teacher 00:19:49 - How Did You Know She Was The One? 00:25:00 - Lauren Discovers She's being Gaslighted 00:30:59 - Living With Your Partner 00:37:17 - Molly At A Wedding?? 00:41:19 - Laurens Wedding Plan Nightmare Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Don’t miss out on early Black Friday deals. Head to https://Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday deals for up to 70% off. - Head to https://acorns.com/DATE or download the Acorns app to get started. Getter joins Lauren Compton for a wild First Date full of paranormal stories, relationship honesty, and genuine chaos. He opens up about life with his haunted-doll-collecting girlfriend, the proposal he’s already plotting, his shifting music obsessions, movie-lore deep dives, and why his mustache insists on growing in blonde. They get into what makes him a solid boyfriend, how he stays transparent in relationships, and the creative path that’s taken him from EDM notoriety to The Real Bros of Simi Valley and collaborations with artists like $UICIDEBOY$. Follow Getter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getter/ Check out his Linktree for music, socials, and tour dates: https://linktr.ee/getter First Date Ep. 126 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:32 - Denver's Gonna Be Sick 00:02:21 - Getter's Lady and Her Haunted Dolls 00:03:25 - Paranormal Experiences 00:07:39 - Is Getter a Good Boyfriend? 00:13:46 - Is Getter a Ladies Man? 00:17:19 - All Of Getter's Talents 00:21:17 - How Will You Propose? 00:27:06 - Getter's Abnormal Hair 00:30:00 - Getter's Music Taste 00:35:24 - Getter Drops Crazy Lore 00:38:52 - Relationship Advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/date Comedian Deric Poston joins Lauren Compton for a hilarious and brutally honest First Date. Deric opens up about meeting the love of his life, what drives him crazy about marriage, and how he somehow ended up as a side-piece. Lauren shares her wild “big heist” story, her goth phase, and what she’d do if she suddenly had $300 million. From wedding advice and baby sleep training to getting “gay for the vows,” this episode dives into love, commitment, and all the madness in between. 👉 Follow Deric Poston https://twitter.com/dericposton https://www.instagram.com/dericposton/ 🎙️ Watch The Solid Show w/ Ehsan Ahmad — https://youtube.com/@TheSolidShow2024 First Date Ep. 125 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:47 - Meeting The Love Of My Life 00:05:22 - What I Don't Like About My Wife 00:13:28 - We Can't Go On Dates 00:17:02 - My Weed Routine 00:20:29 - Lauren's Big Heist 00:21:43 - Lauren Was Goth??? 00:23:21 - If I Had 300 Million... 00:25:24 - My Yachting Experience 00:27:55 - I Was A Side-Piece 00:31:39 - Popping The Big Question 00:35:33 - Deric's Advice For Lauren 00:38:45 - How To Extend Your Wedding 00:42:11 - Getting Gay For The Vows 00:44:07 - Love After Pregnancy 00:48:56 - Sleep Training For Babies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSORS: Go to https://RO.CO/FIRSTDATE for your free insurance check. Vinny Guadagnino from Jersey Shore joins Lauren Compton on The First Date Podcast for one of the funniest and most honest interviews yet!They talk about dating after fame, saying “I love you,” red flags, wild clubbing days in Vegas, and why he’s single-ish but not in a rush to settle down. Vinny opens up about hosting strip clubs, finding normal girls, and what romance really means to him. 🔥Expect laughs, nostalgia, and real talk from one of reality TV’s most iconic stars. 🎙️Host: Lauren Compton😵‍💫Guest: Vinny Guadagnino (Jersey Shore, Double Shot at Love)👉Follow Vinny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinnyguadagnino Subscribe for new First Date Podcast episodes every week — and don’t miss who Lauren goes on a “first date” with next! First Date Ep. 124 https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlaurencompton https://www.instagram.com/firstdateshow https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:50 - Single-ish 00:05:24 - Vegans 00:07:06 - Vinny's Green Flag 00:09:20 - Jersey Shore 00:13:56 - Fun Drunk 00:17:15 - Vaping Is Gross 00:19:30 - Saying "I Love You" 00:22:13 - Hosting Strip clubs 00:24:16 - Vinny G's Clubbing Days 00:27:53 - Going For Normal Girls 00:32:15 - Romantic Gestures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices