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First Date with Lauren Compton

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Relationships
Dating
Comedy
Marriage
Parenting
Pregnancy
Stand-Up Comedy
First Dates
Dating Apps
Lauren Compton
Austin
Humor
Open Relationships
Los Angeles
New York City
Proposal
Love Bomb Tattoo
Sobriety
Comedian
Online Dating

Finding a decent person to date is hard work and comedian and viral content creator Lauren Compton is here to get to the bottom of it. It’s a dirty job, but someone’s gotta do it. Weekly, Lauren invites celebrity guests on to have a first date with her and figures out how many red flags they have, if they’re dateable, AND if there will be a second date! Dating is a wild ride... strap in!

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On the final episode of First Date, Lauren Compton flies solo to answer your questions and get roasted by video messages from past guests, like Ari Shaffir, LeeAnn Kreischer, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Brad Williams, Duncan Trussell, Harland, Joe DeRosa, Sam M... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Drew Pinsky
Board-certified physician specializing in addiction medicine
Episode: Why Do Women Move On So Fast? w/ Dr. Drew | First Date with Lauren Compton
Erik Griffin
Comedian, actor, director, and Workaholics cast member
Episode: Society Is Lying To Women About Having Kids w/ Erik Griffin | First Date with Lauren Compton
Nate Marshall
Comedian, host of Hoop and Huddle; also mentioned Panties in the Mouth
Hoops and Huddle; Panties in the Mouth
Episode: Why Do Men Like Big Butts? w/ Nate Marshall | First Date with Lauren Compton
Sam Morril
Comedian
We Might Be Drunk with Mark Normand (guest appearance on other show)
Episode: Why Do Women Give The Silent Treatment? w/ Sam Morril | First Date with Lauren Compton
Harland Williams
Comedian, host of The Harland Highway, touring comedian
Harland Williams
Episode: Why Do Women Start Arguments? w/ Harland Williams | First Date with Lauren Compton
Kim Congdon
Comedian, YouTube creator, and touring performer
Self/Kim Congdon Comedy
Episode: Why Do Men Lie To Women? w/ Kim Congdon | First Date with Lauren Compton
Caitlin Peluffo
Comedian and Netflix Funny AF alum
Episode: Caitlin Peluffo Teaches You How To Get The Perfect Butt | First Date
Usama Siddiquee
Comedian, known for Netflix's Funny AF and stand-up
Netflix
Episode: Open Relationships Only Work If You're Ugly w/ Usama Siddiquee | First Date with Lauren Compton
Katherine Blanford
Comedian and podcaster (Co-host of Coastal Idiots)
Katherine Blanford / Coastal Idiots
Episode: Clinging To The Hood Of A Chevy Tahoe w/ Katherine Blanford | First Date with Lauren Compton

Host

Lauren Compton
Host who leads dating-focused interviews, blending humor with candid relationship discussions.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Lauren rules!

    Lauren is one of my favorite podcasters, Sam Morril, Mark Normand, Harland Williams,

    Ian Edward’s and Fidance all best episodes oh yeah and Rachel Feinstein she is amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Solid Sиake
    United States7 days ago
  • 💗

    Lauren is confidently who she is, which results in her leading a podcast with effortless ease. Love her 💗

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jennifiyah
    United States14 days ago
  • 🍄

    Love U Mommy miss You already!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kettlemann
    United States14 days ago
  • Sorry to hear this show is ending.

    Sometimes despite Lauren’s best efforts the guest was a dud. Listen & enjoy but if not bail on that episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Could_not_watch_this_movie
    United States15 days ago
  • Why

    Why is this a show? Why would anyone sponsor this?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mike Babistry
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate host's interview style and ability to spotlight guests without hogging the spotlight.
Critics occasionally feel some guests derail episodes or that the cadence can feel uneven at times.
Some episodes are heavily ad-supported, which can interrupt the flow for some listeners.
Positive vocal fans call out strong interview technique and engaging guests.
Overall reception shows a loyal fan base who value humor and honest relationship storytelling.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Do Women Move On So Fast? w/ Dr. Drew | First Date with Lauren Compton
Q: How did your podcast here start?
Dr. Drew recalls Lauren appearing on Your Mom's House after he and Christina P had crossed paths through earlier shows; Lauren says she was invited as a test guest while the team considered a podcast for her.
Why Do Women Move On So Fast? w/ Dr. Drew | First Date with Lauren Compton
Q: What did you do after Dark ended?
Dr. Drew says he had expected the show to continue, then shifted his focus to Ask Dr. Drew, a streaming show produced by his wife that gave him more autonomy and new opportunities to interview guests.
Society Is Lying To Women About Having Kids w/ Erik Griffin | First Date with Lauren Compton
Q: Did you always know you wanted kids?
Griffin says he had not always planned to have children because he was focused on building a career in entertainment. Becoming a father shifted his priorities toward caring for his family, and he wishes he had started earlier.
Society Is Lying To Women About Having Kids w/ Erik Griffin | First Date with Lauren Compton
Q: What do you love the most?
Griffin says fatherhood is especially meaningful because he never met his own father, so being present for his son gives him experiences he did not have growing up.
Why Do Men Like Big Butts? w/ Nate Marshall | First Date with Lauren Compton
Q: How old are you?
The guest shares age as part of a broader discussion about dating timelines and life stages, noting age in the context of dating readiness and relationships with long histories.

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What is First Date about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Dating-focused interview series featuring a witty host who pairs dating anecdotes with humor and candid conversations. Each episode centers on whether a guest is dateable, shares relatable relationship stories, and teases a potential second date. Guests are predominantly comedians, actors, and entertainers who bring personal life experiences, industry anecdotes, and bold takes on dating, marriage, and parenthood. The show blends light, punchy banter with occasional heartfelt moments, and often includes practical notes or promos that keep the conversation anchored in real-life relevance. A standout trait is the host's skill at letting guests tell their stories, creating engaging, human-paced conversations that feel like a first date with hum... more

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Recent guests on First Date include:

1. Dr. Drew Pinsky
2. Erik Griffin
3. Nate Marshall
4. Sam Morril
5. Harland Williams
6. Kim Congdon
7. Caitlin Peluffo
8. Usama Siddiquee

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