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First Date with Lauren Compton

YMH Studios
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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Recent Guests

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
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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)
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Episode: Clinging To The Hood Of A Chevy Tahoe w/ Katherine Blanford | First Date with Lauren Compton
Jeremiah Watkins
Comedian, Stand Up on the Spot
Stand Up on the Spot; Crazy Pizza
Episode: I Made Her Wait Before We Had S*x w/ Jeremiah Watkins | First Date with Lauren Compton
Rudy Cisneros
Alter ego character on the show, guest performer
Kulo Breaker on Instagram
Episode: Dr. Drew Was The World's Best Wingman w/ Mike Catherwood | First Date with Lauren Compton
Steph Tolev
Comedian, actor, and guest on the show
Episode: Steph Tolev Is ENGAGED! (Her Dog Made It Happen) | First Date with Lauren Compton
Tim Butterly
Actor, stand-up comedian, host of The Tim Butterly Show
Episode: The Cure for iPad Kids? Jiu-Jitsu w/ Tim Butterly | First Date with Lauren Compton
Tom Arnold
Actor, writer and comedian, guest on the episode
Independent/Entertainment
Episode: I Got Swatted By My EX Wife w/ Tom Arnold | First Date with Lauren Compton
Rosebud Baker
Comedian and author, memoir Fully Baked
Independent/Author
Episode: Astrology Could Save Your Love Life w/ Rosebud Baker | 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
  • Why

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mike Babistry
    United States2 months ago
  • Love ❤️

    Lauren, you’re awesome! Sooo funny! 😂😂😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JR Sunset
    United States2 months ago
  • She's pretty embarrassing

    Wow, this girl is an idiot. Good guests but my god.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    existenico
    United States3 months ago
  • 🍄

    Love U Mommy and luv the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kettlemann
    United States7 months ago
  • Can be really funny but sometimes guest torpedoes it

    Sometimes despite Lauren’s best efforts the guest is a dud. Subscribe, listen & usually enjoy but occasionally bail.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Could_not_watch_this_movie
    United States8 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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Open Relationships Only Work If You're Ugly w/ Usama Siddiquee | First Date with Lauren Compton
Q: First, what's your name?
Usama introduces himself and shares his background as a comedian and public figure.
I Got Swatted By My EX Wife w/ Tom Arnold | First Date with Lauren Compton
Q: What made you fall in love with this woman?
Tom explains he projected his dreams onto his partner, was drawn by her humor and charm, but ultimately discovered she lacked the essential compatibility and respect, which led to a painful realization about the relationship.
He HATED His Wife at First… Now They’re Having a Baby w/ Justin Stagner | First Date
Q: What was the proposal like?
The proposal happened in the kitchen in a practical, old-school way; it wasn't romantic fireworks, just a sincere moment where he told his grandpa and got a ring.
He HATED His Wife at First… Now They’re Having a Baby w/ Justin Stagner | First Date
Q: How did you meet your wife?
We went out to a birthday dinner with mutual friends, and she arrived with another guy, which I initially resented, but we later reconnected years later and started dating.
I Slid In Lauren's DM's w/ Michael Lenoci | First Date with Lauren Compton
Q: What gave you insight into love bombing, and how do you avoid it now?
He describes recognizing the cycle through past experiences, deciding to slow down, and focusing on genuine compatibility and communication rather than rapid emotional escalation.

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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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1. Caitlin Peluffo
2. Usama Siddiquee
3. Katherine Blanford
4. Jeremiah Watkins
5. Rudy Cisneros
6. Steph Tolev
7. Tim Butterly
8. Tom Arnold

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