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Love Is Blind S8 Eps 10-12 - Minneapolis Should Ask for a Refund Mar 04, 2025

Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Love is Blind, this time taking place in Minneapolis. In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 10-12 of Love Is Blind Season 8:

Episode 10 - Oh Spare Me
Episode 11 - Sliding Down Slopes and Into DMs
Episode 12 - Brides’ Last Ride

Are all the men in Minneapolis psychopaths? Can Christians and non-Christians ever get married happily? And how many couples do we expect will make it to the final episode? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

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Love Is Blind S8 Eps 7-9 - Fam Jam Feb 23, 2025

Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Love is Blind, this time taking place in Minneapolis. In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 7-9 of Love Is Blind Season 8:

Episode 7 - Bueller?
Episode 8 - A Family Affair
Episode 9 - The EX-Files

Would you choose to know the truth about Daniel’s Instagram activities, or would you rather live in ignorance? Is Virginia right to ask for a prenup? Can Dave get over his hang-ups about Lauren’s past before it destroys their relationship? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

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Love Is Blind S8 Eps 1-6 - The Monkey's Paw Season Feb 20, 2025

Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Love is Blind, this time taking place in Minneapolis. In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 1-6 of Love Is Blind Season 8:

Episode 1: I Have a Husband
Episode 2: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Can’t Lose
Episode 3: Hunger Games of Love
Episode 4: So Your Girlfriend Has a Boyfriend
Episode 5: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
Episode 6: Do I Know You?

This season finally gives us a bunch of boring, probably-non-toxic people. But why is it so boring? What is the role of religion in this season? Did Daniel try to pull a Groundhog Day (and what exactly does that mean anyway?). Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

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Love Is Blind S7 Finale and Reunion - A Sad Spectacle Nov 16, 2024

Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Love is Blind, this time taking place in Washington, D.C. In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss the season 7 finale and reunion of Love Is Blind.

Why are Vanessa and Nick Lachey so bad at their jobs? Were some of these relationships even real? Was the Reunion satisfying on any level? And do we really need to hear from past contestants? Is every man on this show a sociopath? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind S7 Eps 10-11 - I Award This Season No Points and May God Have Mercy on Their Souls Oct 19, 2024

Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Love is Blind, this time taking place in Washington, D.C. In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 10-11 of Love Is Blind Season 7:

Episode 10: Is Love Enough
Episode 11: The Text from an Ex

Is this one of the worst shows of the season ever? Will any of these couples make it to the altar? Are the producers giving us absolutely nothing whatsoever? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind S7 Eps 7-9 - At Least The Other Guy Had a $10,000 Watch Oct 12, 2024

Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Love is Blind, this time taking place in Washington, D.C. In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 7-9 of Love Is Blind Season 7:

Episode 7: Truth Bombs
Episode 8: Dirty Laundry
Episode 9: Is Love Enough?

This season has quickly devolved into one of the worst seasons of the show. How much are the producers responsible for this travesty? Why are the men so horrible? Why are the women so toxic? Will any of these couples survive? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind S7 Eps 1-6 - Like The Guy Wearing the $4,000 Watch Is Going to Not Get Engaged, C'MON Oct 07, 2024

Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Love is Blind, this time taking place in Washington, D.C. In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 1-6 of Love Is Blind Season 7:

Episode 1: No More Situationships
Episode 2: Perfect Hubs, but…
Episode 3: Is It Too Late?
Episode 4: The Tables Have Turned
Episode 5: What the Fuck?
Episode 6: 6 Things I Hate About You

Which couples are we rooting for? How does this season compare with previous seasons? Are some of the couples too intense in their initial meetings? What do we think of the introduction of politics and religion into this season? Is Leo the worst person to ever appear on the show? Even worse than Sam? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind UK Reunion - Very Low on the Human Wreckage Scale Aug 28, 2024

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss the Love Is Blind UK Reunion episode.

Can Matt and Emma step over the low bar of Vanessa and Nick Lachey’s hosting abilities? Can we figure out WTF actually happened between Demi and Ollie? Did Sam do himself any favors by showing up? And what development(s) surprised us the most? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind UK Eps 10-11 - She Got The Body of a Dancer Aug 22, 2024

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 10-11 of Love Is Blind UK:

Episode 10 - See You at the Altar
Episode 11 - We’re Not Ready

Is this the best batch of weddings we’ve seen so far? Conversely, are Jasmine’s bridesmaid dresses the worst we’ve ever seen? Why are the stag do and hen do parties so sad? And what did we ultimately think of the couples that ended up making it? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind UK Eps 5-9 - Holla We Want Prenup Aug 19, 2024

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 5-9 of Love Is Blind UK:

Episode 5 - I Made a Mistake
Episode 6 - Once a Cheat, Always a Cheat
Episode 7 - Is She Good Enough for You?
Episode 8 - Guess Who’s Back
Episode 9 - He Wants a Prenup

This batch of episodes really made us re-evaluate who we’re rooting for this season! Which couples went from “doomed” to “possibly the most wholesome couple ever”? What did we make of the return of Sam? And is Catherine literally the worst? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind UK Eps 1-4 - Old Jersey Aug 11, 2024

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 1-4 of Love Is Blind UK:

Episode 1 - The Pods Are Open
Episode 2 - Two’s a Couple, Three’s a Love Triangle
Episode 3 - He’s Here for Fame
Episode 4 - We Had Sex… Twice!

What are the biggest differences, if any, between the US and UK versions of the show? Is it really that hard to get a date if you’re a funeral director? Should someone have handed Tom a napkin during his big reveal? Why is Sam such a walking red flag? Will Nicole and Benaiah find each other this season? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind Season 6 Reunion - Human Wreckage in the Netflix Money Machine Mar 14, 2024

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In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss the reunion episode of Love Is Blind: Season 6.

This reunion was one of the most packed ones ever. What were some of the biggest revelations? Have Nick and Vanessa finally leveled up their moderating skills? Who ended up being the biggest villain of the season? Why are we defending Jimmy all of a sudden? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind Season 6 Ep 12 - What Does Deeply In Love Even Mean To Him? Mar 08, 2024

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss the finale of Love Is Blind: Season 6, Episode 12, “Meet Me at the Altar.”

The finale delivered one of the most unexpected emotional gut punches of the show. What did we think of how it played out? What exactly was Clay thinking during this whole season? Will Johnny ever learn about the vagaries of the male and female reproductive systems? Did we think this season was an overall success? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind Season 6 Eps 10-11 - One of These Dates Cost $10,000 Mar 02, 2024

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 10-11 of Love Is Blind: Season 6:

Episode 10 - What Could Have Been
Episode 11 - Roller Coaster of Love

Which cast member do we think is emotionally abusing the other? Is there any hope for AD and Clay? Is this show really the end result of MAGA self-centeredness? Is a vasectomy really that difficult to reverse? Did Jeremay really go onto Love Is Blind just for the jet skis? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind Season 6 Eps 7-9 - Double-Tap Heart Inflation Feb 21, 2024

Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Love is Blind, this time taking place in Charlotte, North Carolina! In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 7-9 of Love Is Blind: Season 6:

Episode 7 - Silence Speaks Volumes
Episode 8 - Clinging To Love
Episode 9 - Secret Rendezvous

What exactly happened between Brittany and Kenneth? What was Jeramey’s plan at the end, exactly? How are the producers evolving the storytelling this season? And should you take your fiancee to meet your best friends of the opposite gender who you may or may not have previously slept with? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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Love Is Blind Season 6 Eps 1-6 - Christian-Coded Feb 19, 2024

Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Love is Blind, this time taking place in Charlotte, North Carolina! In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 1-6 of Love Is Blind: Season 6:

Episode 1 - Higher Love
Episode 2 - The Hunger Games of Love
Episode 3 - Operation Get My Girl Back
Episode 4 - The Hardest Decision of My Life
Episode 5 - She Lied to Me
Episode 6 - Feeling Uncomfy

Is the show any less of a massive dumpster fire this time around? What makes this season so heavily Christian-coded? Which couples do we think will make it to the end of this season? Is there any hope for Jimmy and Chelsea? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

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The Golden Bachelor Ep. 9 - The Best is Yet to Come Dec 02, 2023

This is it! The Golden Bachelor is ready to pick his partner so Daejah and Justin are here to cover it. They even discuss the bombshell Hollywood Reporter article claiming that Gerry Turner isn't as golden as we'd like to think. Did Gerry lie to Leslie about his feelings? Did Gerry have a romantic entanglement after his wife died? Why didn't Theresa tell her sisters she won the show? Did Lesie actually date Prince? We discuss this and more on Decoding Reality.

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The Golden Bachelor Ep 8 - Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls Nov 19, 2023

The first rule of fantasy suites on The Bachelor is to not talk about it! Which is why Justin and Daejah decided to record a whole podcast episode about the first ever fantasy suite week of the Golden Bachelor.

They discuss the very exciting dates in Costa Rica and make their final predictions on who will win the season. Will Leslie move in with Gerry? Will Theresa quit her job to be with Gerry? Where did Gerry get his Lion tattoo? Listen to us discuss all this and more on this episode of Deocding Reality!

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The Golden Bachelor Ep. 7 - Tell Me Something Good Nov 13, 2023

It's The Golden Bachelor’s first-ever women tell-all! So Justin and Daejah are here to break down if the contestants really have anything to talk about.

They discuss the hot-seat interviews of Ellen, Joan, and Faith. They also predict who will win the season, and who may become the Golden Bachelorette. Will Thereasa actually win? Did Gerry lie about his feelings to Faith? Why did all the contestants fart so much? We discuss all this and more on this episode of Decoding Reality!

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The Golden Bachelor Ep 6 - Homecoming Nov 04, 2023

Guess who's coming to dinner? It’s the Golden Bachelor! And Justin and Daejah are here to break down another episode of the most sentimental show on television.

In this podcast episode, they talk about how different it is for the lead to be meeting grandchildren instead of parents. They also discuss why you shouldn't say you love more than one person on the show. Who does Gerry actually love? Did the producers edit around Gerry's words? Which family will get to call Gerry pop pop!? We break down all of this and more on Decoding Reality.

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The Golden Bachelor Ep 5 - Another One Bites the Dust Oct 28, 2023

On this week's episode, Justin and Daejah talk about the fifth episode of The Golden Bachelor.

Let the games begin! Gerry takes his relationships to new heights on this episode of The Golden Bachelor. Justin and Daejah discuss if the Bachelor franchise is actually polyamory in action? Or is it just dating with an elaborate roster? Why did Gerry send Ellen home? Will Gerry and Faith break the first impression rose curse? Did Gerry's bruises actually come from his date? We discuss all of this and more on Decoding Reality!

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The Golden Bachelor Ep 4 - The Game of Love Oct 20, 2023

On this week's episode, Justin and Daejah talk about the fourth episode of The Golden Bachelor.

Get your paddles ready! Because this week Daejah and Justin talk all about the great game of pickleball. As they talk about their favorite plays and players, they also talk about why Sandra missed her daughter's wedding. Does Gerry have his winner picked out? Why is Kathy so mean to Theresa? Does anyone actually care about pickleball this much? We discuss all this and more on Decoding Reality!

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Love Is Blind Season 5 Finale and Reunion - The Couple That Ride or Dies Together, Stays Together Oct 16, 2023

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David, Justin, and Joy discuss the final two episodes of Love Is Blind season 5:

The season 5 finale - Big, Big Love
The season 5 reunion episode

What did we think of how this season’s couples turned out? Who came out of this show looking the best? Why was editing so valuable this season? What did we think of the Revenge Dresses worn? And how well did the Lacheys do as moderators this time around? Listen to hear us discuss all this and more!

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The Golden Bachelor Ep 3 - Go Your Own Way Oct 14, 2023

On this week's episode, Justin and Daejah talk about the third episode of The Golden Bachelor.

On this weeks episode, Daejah and Justin judge a talent show! They discuss all the good jokes, terrible push ups and slam poetry performed to impress Gerry. But they also take a hard look at the mean girl behavior of certain contestants. Why did Joan self-eliminate from the show? Was Thereasa talking too much about her date with Gerry? Will Sandra start a career in stand up comedy? We discuss all this and more on Decoding Reality!

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Love Is Blind Season 5 Eps 8-9 - It's Not a Lie If You Believe It Oct 13, 2023

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Joy discuss episodes 8-9 of Love Is Blind: Season 5:

Episode 8 - Love Is a Battlefield
Episode 9 - Love on the Rocks

Why does the company that runs Love Is Blind seem to be a magnet for lawsuits? Can Stacy cope with Izzy’s money troubles? Is there any hope whatsoever for Milton and Lydia? Are all of these couples doomed? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

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The Golden Bachelor Ep 2 - Getaway Car Oct 07, 2023

On this week's episode, Justin and Daejah talk about the second episode of The Golden Bachelor — the most earnest reality show they have ever seen.

They discuss everything including how the franchise still makes contestants sleep in bunk beds, but yet somehow has money for a flash mob? They also solidify their predictions for the final four contestants and possibly who will be the Golden Bachelorette. Will Gerry's headlights in his car work? Will the franchise ever get better living conditions? Will Susie ever release her meatball recipe? Find out on this episode of Decoding Reality!

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Love Is Blind Season 5 Eps 5-7 - Defending the Honor of Pokémon Showdown Oct 04, 2023

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and Justin Jordan discuss episodes 5-7 of Love Is Blind: Season 5:

Episode 5 - Don’t Give Up On Me
Episode 6 - Going Home
Episode 7 - First Class Love

Are Izzy and Milton living through a crusty phase? Did Taylor and JP really have a chance? What happened to the mysterious fourth couple that was filmed and didn’t make it onto the show? Who are we rooting for in the battle between Uche, Lydia, and Milton? And does love really enjoy flying first class? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

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The Golden Bachelor Ep 1 - Golden Hour Oct 03, 2023

Daejah and Justin are back to cover another show in the Bachelor universe! In this podcast episode, they discuss the season premiere of The Golden Bachelor.

Justin and Daejah talk about their favorite contestants, their love of the very short runtime, as well as their predictions on who the golden bachelorette will be. Will Gerry actually find love? Is age just a number? Will Jimmy Kimmel's aunt ever wake up? Find out on this episode of Decoding Reality!

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Love Is Blind Season 5 Eps 1-4 - Genuinely and Earnestly Interested in Rocks Sep 29, 2023

We tried to escape the pull of Love Is Blind but ultimately we could not. In this podcast episode, David, Joy, and Justin Jordan discuss the first four episodes of Love Is Blind: Season 5:

Episode 1 - So You’re a Recent Cheater?
Episode 2 - Can I Talk To You For Real?
Episode 3 - Blindsided
Episode 4 - She’s Gone…?

Does JP have any distinguishable personality characteristics? Was Uche way too harsh on Aaliyah after her confession? Why is everyone into Izzy? Is Lydia’s behavior completely unhinged or is she just playing the game? Are we part of the Milton or Lydia fan club? Listen to hear us discuss all this and more!

We’ll try to cover each episode drop this season on Decoding Reality. Thanks for listening!

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The Ultimatum: Queer Love - An Interview with Yoly Rojas Jun 29, 2023

The Ultimatum: Queer Love is over but Justin and Daejah still have so many questions. Which is why they invited Yoly Rojas from the show to discuss all of them! In this special interview episode, Decoding Reality debriefs with Yoly about everything that happened in The Ultimatum: Queer Love.

How did Yoly feel about edit on the show? What were the things we DIDNT see on the show? What happened in the closet between Xander and Yoly!? Find out all about this and more on this episode of Decoding Reality.

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The Ultimatum: Queer Love Eps. 9-10 - Rocks and Reunions Jun 09, 2023

It’s the final batch of episodes for The Ultimatum: Queer Love and Justin and Daejah are here to recap it all! In this podcast, they discuss:

Ep. 9 - Ultimatum Day
Ep. 10 - The Reunion

They start the episode by reading some fan mail and then have discussion on the best ways to propose. They also have a frank discussion on domestic violence and the ethics of reality television. Will we ever get the true story of what happened to Rae and Lexi? Why did Netflix have only the masc presenting partners propose? What happened with Xander and Yoly at Coachella? We talk about all of this and more on this episode of Decoding Reality!

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The Ultimatum: Queer Love Eps. 5-8 - Ringpops and Runaways Jun 03, 2023

Don't run away just yet! Daejah and Justin are returning to cover the next batch of The Ultimatum: Queer Love episodes:

Episode 5: In and Out of Love
Episode 6: The Changeover
Episode 7: Cocktails and Confrontation
Episode 8 Is Love Enough

In this jam-packed podcast they cover the state of all of the relationships on the show and what technically counts as cheating on this show. They also discuss the problem of diagnosing real people on a television show. Will Yoly say yes to Mal's proposal? What was really in Xander's messages to Yoly? Is Vanessa a supervillain or just annoying? Will Aussie ever stop running away? Listen to hear us discuss all this and more!

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The Ultimatum: Queer Love Eps. 1-4 - Mascs and Massages May 26, 2023

[DChen’s note: I’m so glad to be able to welcome Justin and Daejah back to the Decoding Reality podcast to cover The Ultimatum: Queer Love. They’ll be having a total of three chats — one for every time a new batch of episodes drops on Netflix. Here’s the first.]

Daejah and Justin are back! In this podcast, they discuss the first four episodes of The Ultimatum: Queer Love:

Ep 1 - The Break Up
Ep 2 - The Choice
Ep 3 - Newlyweds
Ep 4 - Group Nights Out

They delve deep into what makes this queer show different than any other show on television. They also talk about how heteronormative traditions still show up in queer relationships. Will Vanessa steal Rae from Lexi? Will Yoly choose Xander or Mal? Will Sam let Tiff's dog sleep in the bed?! We discuss all this and more, on this episode of decoding reality!

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Netflix's 'Love Is Blind' Live Reunion Was a Disaster Apr 17, 2023

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and @joyonapping discuss the disaster that was Netflix’s Love Is Blind: The Live Reunion.

Why couldn’t Netflix figure out how to stream the live reunion successfully? What was up with Vanessa Lachey’s terrible moderating? Why would people think Bartise is a good spokesperson for the show? Listen to us to discuss all these questions and more!

Thanks to everyone that’s joined us to cover Love Is Blind this season. Feel free to let us know what you think we should cover next at decodingtv(AT)gmail.com!

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Love Is Blind Season 4 Ep 12 - A Groom With A View Apr 15, 2023

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David Chen and @joyonapping discuss the Love Is Blind season 4finale.

Which couples ended up making it at the altar? How successful was the edit in showing us the true nature of these people’s relationships? How beautiful does Washington state look in this episode? Whose relationship will last? Is ‘I Hope You Dance’ really an obscure song? Like really? Listen to hear us discuss all this and more!

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Love Is Blind Season 4 Eps 9-11 - Diamonds Aren't Forever Apr 11, 2023

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David Chen and @joyonapping discuss Love Is Blind season 4episodes 9-11.

How do we feel about the show’s continuing depiction of Seattle? How well do we think Zach handled meeting Bliss’s parents? What do we make of Micah and Irina’s apologies? Is Jackie really the show’s biggest villain? Listen to us discuss all this and more!

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Love Is Blind Season 4 Eps 6-8 - Follow Your Bliss Apr 01, 2023

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David Chen and @joyonapping discuss Love Is Blind episodes 6-8.

Are Brett and Tiffany the perfect couple? Does Zach deserve another chance with Bliss? Can Kwame bury his resentments long enough to make it to the end of the season? Will Jackie gets the help she needs? Can we all agree to just stay away from Josh under all circumstances? Listen to hear us discuss all this and more!

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The Bachelor S27E11-E12 - Pick Me, Choose Me, Love Me Mar 28, 2023

In this mega-sized episode, Deajah and Justin talk about Zach Shallcross' Bachelor finale. They ask the question of whether or not the format of the show is helpful or dangerous. They also discuss whether or not the producers played a part in the solemn end of this season. Should Gabi have self-eliminated? Was Zach ever telling the truth? Why didn't Zach tell Ariel about the sex week drama? And why couldn't they find a better wig for Charity's brother?! We discuss all of this and more on this episode of Decoding Reality.

Thanks for tuning in this season! Stay tuned to Decoding Reality for our Love Is Blind coverage.

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Love Is Blind Season 4 Eps 1-5 - Rise of the Mean Girls Mar 27, 2023

Love Is Blind is back on Netflix and this time it’s set in Seattle, where David Chen and @joyonapping actually live! We’ll be covering each batch of episodes shortly after they are released right here on Decoding Reality (a Decoding TV network podcast).

Do these contestants actually feel like they are from the Seattle area? Should singing be forbidden in the pods? What does Apocalypse Now have in common with this show? Are Irina and Micah the worst contestants ever? Also: the sad state of Asian-American representation on the show. Listen to hear us discuss all these topics and much more!

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The Bachelor S27E10 - Sweet Suite Fantasy Baby Mar 21, 2023

It's Sex Week on The Bachelor so Justin and Daejah are here to discuss the juicy details. They chat about if there is any good time to kiss and tell as Zach lets all of America know about who he slept with. They also really dive deep into if Zach wants to be a good Bachelor or a good partner. Does Zach regret sleeping with Gabi? Did Zach ever tell Ariel about his rendevous with Gabi? Does the order of fantasy suites really matter? Did Gabi read The Scarlet Letter in high school?! We discuss this and more on this episode of Decoding Reality.

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The Bachelor S27E08 and E09 - Hometown Heroes: Revenge of the Body Glitter Mar 15, 2023

In this weeks episode, Justin is joined by a guest Neebz from his podcast Salaamnerds! Together they cover episodes 8 and 9 of season 27 of the Bachelor. They discuss the accuracy of Ariel's date in New York as well as if maple syrup is a good indicator of compatibility. They also get really excited about the reveal of the new bachelorette!

Will Zach convert to judiasm? Will Kaity get to use the groceries she bought with Zach? Will we ever know what Gabi's dog's name is? We discuss all of this and more on this episode of Decoding Reality.

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The Bachelor S27E07 - Hungary for Time Mar 07, 2023

In this week's episode, Daejah and Justin judge bad Hungarian magic tricks. It’s the week before hometowns and the contestants wonder if Zach is ready to meet their families (even though Justin doesn't think Zach is ready). They also discuss if it's really worth it to wait for a rose ceremony to get eliminated or if it is better to self-eliminate. Plus: some huge gossip in the Bachelor community about reading books during filming.

Will Zach waste another contestant's time? Did Greer have to fly all the way to Hungary? Is Zach Shallcross the white version of the rapper Drake? We discuss all of this and so much more on Decoding Reality!

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The Bachelor S27E06 - Singled Out Mar 01, 2023

On this weeks episode, Daejah and Justin talk about the more important things in life. One-on-one dates and forest witches! They also delve into the show's deep history of prioritizing white women over people of color and talk about the importance of dates and validation. Does Kat see Charity as an actual competitor? Did Brooklyn lose her chance at winning by defending charity? Will Jess ever get that one on one date?! We discuss all that and more on Decoding Reality.

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The Bachelor S27E05 - Zach's Day Off Feb 22, 2023

On this week's episode, Daejah and Justin delve into the worst episode of the Bachelor of all time. Daejah judges the international escapades of the contestants and they also discuss if this episode could have just been an email. Is the Bachelor an equal partner in a relationship? How much do the producers interfere with the show? Does anybody remember that Greer's favorite drink is tea?! We discuss this all this and more.

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The Bachelor S27E04 - Bahama Mama Drama Feb 15, 2023

In this week's episode, Justin and Daejah talk about Drama in the Bahamas! As the engagement closes in, the contestants are starting to get worried because some contestants are getting lots of time and others aren't. Kylee and Anastasia have wildly different takeaways from the same conversation, and Justin and Daejah have another conversation about microaggressions. Did Kylee actually want to fight Anastasia? Is it ok to talk about Instagram followers on the show? Will Zach ever use soap in the shower?! Listen to hear us discuss all that and more on this week's Decoding Reality.

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The Bachelor S27E03 - The Mandrell Effect Feb 08, 2023

In this week's episode, Justin and Daejah examine The Mandrell Effect.

Justin learns he may have to eat his hat because Zach seems like he is really into dating women of color. They also have a long conversation about how hard it is to be a contestant of color on this show and we ask ourselves if Christina is really to blame or is it society? Do people care about football on a dating show? Does Christina make black people uncomfortable or is it just insecurity? Did Greer actually pee her pants?! We discuss this and more this week on Decoding Reality.

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The Bachelor Season 27 Episode 2 Feb 01, 2023

In this week’s episode, the contestants face a whole “LATTO” problems.

Justin and Daejah discuss how famous artist Latto teaches the women how to have proper “bad bitch energy” with some help of some familiar faces from the franchise. They also discuss some serious topics such as micro aggressions, and becoming a step parent. Did Christina scare off Zach when she told him about her kid? Did Brianna actually experience a microagression or was she just insecure? Does Zach need a new nickname?! We discuss this and more this week on Decoding Reality.

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The Bachelor Season 27 Episode 1 Jan 25, 2023

It’s Bachelor time! In this episode, Justin Jordan is joined by David Chen (filling in for Daejah, who couldn’t make it this time around).

Justin and David discuss everything from terrible dance moves to societal standards of dating. Who had the most memorable limo entrances? Will Madisyn ever recover from this episode? What's going on with Kaity's media package? We discuss all this and more. Plus, they cement their guesses on who will be the next bachelorette…

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The Bachelor: Season 27 Preview (with Justin and Daejah) Jan 19, 2023

In this special preview episode, David Chen is joined by Daejah Woolery and Justin Jordan to discuss The Bachelor’s enduring appeal. What makes it such a unique and useful pop culture artifact? What have been the pleasures and the mistakes of recent seasons? Plus, what are we looking forward to (or not looking forward to) in season 27?

Subscribers will receive weekly recaps in their podcast feeds. I hope you’ll join us and follow along this season!

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Love Is Blind Season 3 - Everything That's Happened Since (Holiday Update) Dec 05, 2022

In this Decoding Reality bonus episode, David and @joyonapping discuss all the stuff that’s gone down with the Love Is Blind Season 3 contestants since our last episode.
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Love Is Blind Season 3 Finale and Reunion Episode Nov 11, 2022

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and @joyonapping discuss the Love Is Blind season 3 finale and the reunion special. Truly the most chaotic way to end what was already an incredibly messy season of reality television.
Thanks to everyone who’s joined us for this experiment! We’ll have more to say about what shows we might cover next in the coming weeks.
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Love Is Blind Season 3 Episodes 8-10 Nov 04, 2022

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David Chen and @joyonapping discuss Love Is Blind episodes 8-10. One wedding gets a resolution, but we have to wait till next week to learn the fate of everyone else. So which pairings do we think are doomed? And which ones will make it beyond the confines of the show?
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Love Is Blind Season 3 Episodes 5-7 Oct 31, 2022

The next batch of episodes of Love is Blind Season 3 reconfigure our understandings of some of these couples. But most of them still seem so ill-suited for each other in profound and damaging ways. Listen to David Chen and @joyonapping break down which pairings are the most vexing.
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Love Is Blind: Season 3 Episodes 1-4 Oct 25, 2022

Love Is Blind is back! In this inaugural episode of "Decoding Reality," David Chen and @joyonapping tackle season 3, episodes 1-4.
We'll be back with more recaps of the next batch of Love Is Blind Season 3 episodes.

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