I disagree. He clearly got massively offended about the desert island situation and became quite hostile. He kept going on about it (and made her actually say a sentence to placate him) and I don't think it was his sense of humour - he was just mortally offended. I really felt for his date. He was hard work, pessimistic, and way too petty. I doubt he'll find anyone who will put up with his attitude.

I really liked the Canadian, but then I go for that kind of North America thing. I find Rajan quite funny but this week I found him more annoying. He's got a bit of a complex I think - constantly asking girls if there will be a second date.

I, too, am already fed up of Megan and she's not even back yet. Get some more decent people who are actually looking for love, please!

Liked the gay couple this week. Was hoping we'd get some more updates about second dates but I guess it's too early.

I think he was offended by the desert island thing, but it's a stupid question to ask anyway. However, I think he properly turned when she brought up his drinking. He'd probably rather be called unattractive than a drunkard. The former he can say comes down to subjective opinion.

The couple who kept going on about sex were a bit much. I wondered if she felt the need to be aggressively sexual to make up for the fact that she has a child – trying to make sure people didn't just see her as a mum.

Scripted conversation additions. It's a reality show. It's not a true reflection on first dates. They've got a programme to make. And exploit.


Absolutely. it's no wonder he's single. I'm amazed she didn't just walk out. Even if they did have to pay, if she walks out, he would just pay up to save face and then leave.

What's really disappointing is how many men on the show turn really quickly from (at least attempted) charm and politeness to chippy, aggressive, angry as soon as they reckon a shag's not on the cards.

Hi Dom AKA DVDfever as an Aortic valve replacement survivor you should be out there enjoying life and getting a bit of crumpet yourself, life's too short to be bitter!

All you've done is whinge about me and the show.

Have a cup of tea and a biscuit, maybe stick a DVD on.

Love Terry Turbo

You were fine DJ Terry, you kept us all entertained!
But it looks like your details are still on the website – does that mean things didn't work out (long-term) after last night's televised date?

I've got three questions – a) did you (two) have to pay the bill? b) when do they film it, relative to its broadcast? c) are you aware during the date of other couples also being filmed?

He does that every time he gets binned off.
I think he expects them to go 'wow' in the first 30 seconds, the instant attraction/spark.
I find him very odd and off putting, the jokes are all at his expense, but they're not supposed to be.
There must be something about him that works for some women, they're applying to date him, I presume.

We could have been watching, the Tattoo's and piercings bloke getting on with his date, rather than Rajan getting nowhere.

Oh dear, Robin Askwith you are not.


Well, you favourited my tweets about you!


Indeed. On the first date, it's a bit pathetic. I also hate the fact there's so much discussion about previous dates and relationships. It's an absolute no-no. Who gives a damn who else you've seen in recent dates via dating sites or wherever else? The only date that matters is the one you're on. Spend time talking to each other ABOUT each other & see if you click.

No date I've had where the woman has brought up previous dates has led to a second date.

Terry's date, what did she say she did for a living?

PCSO.

i only watched the last episode on thursday. wish id watched it from the start.

The bisexual - call me old fashioned but she's not going to have a serious relationship if she puts out on the first date or initiates a threesome.
Was she looking for a serious relationship?

too much sex talk on the date!

I liked the canadian dude though. i want a date with him

Thanks, but what is a PCSO?

You must have heard of them, surely?

Edit: As for Ed the MOT man, I'd have thought the smirking and smiling throughout the Desert Island thing would have been an obvious indicator that he was just joking.

Talking about past relationships, is talking about someone, the things that have happened to you affect who you are now.

Plastic plod.

I wonder if we will get a second series. I read one of the later eps only nudged over 800k viewers.

The gay guy's date was just stunning looking, Birmingham accent and all

I loved the Canadian guy, he was so funny and charming. Definitely cheesy but I like that, and he looks so lovely!

Rajan just makes me laugh, you think he'd have learned from the previous two dates how to act around a girl and yet again he just thinks if he does it again he'll wear a girl down. Put some Usher on...hilarious. Ed though, what was he thinking?! No wonder he has spent £10k on dating he needs to change his attitude sharpish. I'm quite dry in my humour but he was bordering on offensive even to me. He at one point looked like he'd jump across the table and hit her!

Just discovered this series this weekend and watched it all over a short space of time. Really enjoyed it.
There are always going to be fame hungry type people on a programme like this, but if they can keep them to a minimum and focus on some of the genuine types, it will be a recipe for success.

First dates is coming back for series 2

You can apply here:

http://firstdates.channel4.com/

The horror...

This is back again next week, if you haven't seen the trailers.
Series 2 Wednesday 22:00.

Series linked

Series 3, surely. The 2nd one had rather lost it compared to the first one. Inside No.9 will take priority and First Dates is not something I can be bothered to flick through.

Oh dear where do they find these people.

That Canadian woman is really obnoxious.

Nope, series 2. You might be thinking of The Undateables.