Love Connection -1989: Disastrous Date with Nicest Guy
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.ย. 2024
- - Scott Alex, age 27 - From Toledo, OH; living in Newport Beach, CA
- Lisa Anderson, age 24 - From Campbellsville, KY; living in Venice, CA
Episode code#1314; Filmed in Los Angeles, CA in late 1989
Background:
I did not audition for this show. My roommate auditioned. She was nervous, so I went with her to the taping. Once there, she went in the back and I found a chair in a waiting area. Later, I heard a flurry of activity. A few people raced by and looked in at me. Eventually, a woman came and sit beside me. She introduced herself (no idea who she was now) and asked if I wanted to be on the show. I said "No". She asked 'Why?'. I told her that I didn't like the show. She asked, 'Why?'.
Love Connection always showed the dates as either a 'love' or 'hate' (or smart/stupid; fun/boring; promiscuous/ prude; etc) connection. I told the woman that I did not want to have to pretend I was gaga over a guy or trash him based on a first date. I thought that was unkind and that wasn't my style.
She left, came back and told me that a girl didn't show up for her taping and they needed a girl to tape right away. She said they were in a bind and asked me to help them out. I said "No".
She left and returned saying that the studio would be open to a compromise, regarding my area of concern, if I happened to be selected. She told me that I probably would not be selected, so this issue would never come up. I mentioned that would not go on a date or be on the show, if they did not honor this agreement. She agreed and wrote it down.
I did the taping with zero preparation. An interviewer asks random questions and selects a snip to air (I have no idea what the guy sees).
I got a call that I was selected about a week or two later (it was very fast). I was only told that the guy who selected me was named Scott and that he would be calling me soon. I mentioned the agreement. The person said they remembered, so I agreed to go on the date.
The date was a mess from the beginning, but since I thought Scott was going to stand me up initially, I had no expectations. It became fun watching him try to recover from all the mistakes and awkwardness. He was, genuinely, a nice fun guy who seemed completely lost in the world of dating.
After the date, Scott knew I had prime mud to sling if I wanted to and seemed disappointed that things didn't go better. We agreed not trash each other on TV.
The studio called to get the details on the date the next day. After they heard my story, they tried to convince me that Scott was a complete goofball or idiot and it would make for a good TV segment. I said 'No'.
I was told that they talked to Scott already and he had plenty to say about me. They gave me an example of something twisted out of context, so I knew they were already scripting the show to be negative. I didn't take the bait.
I was told that this wasn't 'Friend Connection', so I had to either talk love or trash-talk; and since Scott was going to talk trash about me, I needed to defend myself. I said "No" and mentioned that the studio made an agreement with me in this area. When I was told that the studio doesn't make those kinds of agreement. I said 'Goodbye' and hung up.
They called me back later and proposed that I agree to go out on another date with Scott (give him a second chance for a disastrous date). I agreed.
Scott and I became friends. We talked on the phone from time to time and he'd drop by whenever he was in my part of LA.
However - we never went on our second date, so . . . if anyone knows where Scott Alex is today -- tell him he still owes me $75 (he was given $150 for our second date)! haha
(Note: The girl that didn't show up for the original taping was my roommate. She chickened-out and left the studio. I found her waiting in the car after my taping.)
This is my uncle!! What a fun blast from the past. So glad that you posted this!!
I'm glad you found it. The tape sat in a box in my parents closet for nearly 20 years. Mom had the VHS tapes copied to a CD & flash drive as a Christmas gift 2018.
Do you know if Uncle Scott has seen this yet?
@@LeeLeeChel I would think so!! I tagged his wife on Facebook. I'll ask my mom 😊
I hope he found the one!
Uncle scott is hot 😉
Can we just take a moment and enjoy these commercials from the 80s. So wholesome. Totally made my night
I miss how almost every commercial had a jingle back then. It made them memorable. I still remember all those catchy songs. 🙂
Fluffy!!!! Jerky Treats! I totally remember that commercial. 🤣
I about died when a windsong commercial came on.
Guy seems like a space cadet
It’s ALLL about the commercials! I remember them literally like it was yesterday. That’s wild.
Scotty and I were best friends in high school! He wasn’t ugly just nerdy! Glad to see him doing well!
wow, I just watched this and thought they both were just the cutest.
People in the 80’s always seemed so happy. These days no one smiles. Massive change in people’s attitudes
Culture has rotted from the institutions all the way down. We've begun needed reforms that'll hopefully soon sweep across the whole of the United States.
@@RlsIII-uz1kl Really, like what??
I love that the commercials were left in. Gives me a rush of nostalgia. Also, seeing what people were watching in California or anywhere else outside of Toledo is pretty cool to me.
Agree!! 🤘💯👍
I saw the first add for Windsong and thought wow is that still for sale, the I realized...
@@elund408 I remember that ad! My mom loved that perfume. Not sure if it's still around...❤️🤷
Funny how I despise when ads and commercials interrupt my viewing yet love watching old ones.
@@MsStanford I feel the same way! 😂
I work with this guy now! What an awesome guy Scott is. Truly one of the more interesting people I’ve ever met. Also, the belt with the suspenders is a legendary look
Did he get married?
Yeah Charlie, did he and Lisa date more than they're next date and get married. My guess would be no 🤔 He does seem like a good dude, i'm sure he is 😉
LEGEND !!
Cool story bro
@@bradcrawford1998 What the Hell is going through " _you're_ mind when " _your_ " placing that apostrophe between the letter, "y" and "r" in "... they're next date..." ?
Wow, only $10,035 for a brand new car and $8 for a steak, chicken and shrimp dinner with the fixings! How things have changed.
I dropped out of college with a tuition bill of $600.00... no not kidding. Things were very reasonable then.
That's the best part of this show.
Inflation and all the mandated Government regulations on cars is a big reason for the price increase on cars. And the Dodge Spirit was not a very good or popular car.
That car was the saddest episode of the great amarican car
Yes, and salaries are so much higher. A senior softwre developer made about 40 K in 1989, now they make a six figure salary
Ah, the days when women were attractive and exhibited their natural beauty without all the piercings and tattoes. I so miss those days.
lol are you sure that wasn’t around back then??? don’t be ignorant in your own bubble
She’s adorable and very forgiving. Sweet that she so readily gave him another chance, because it was “the worst date with the nicest guy.”
😊 sounds like my husband and I. We had a beautiful 30 years together with a daughter that was our joy from heaven.
Even tho husband was a bit nerdy, the girls chased him like crazy. I thought something was odd so it took us 8 years to get to the truth. He never dated,tho he was portraid a ladies man. I was the cheerleader type what wouldn't date. Earned the title of Ice Queen. How wrong everyone was. We were ment to be. Maybe it's all in the timing and when the universe ✨️ says so. ❤😊
Lisa was such a good character! Great spirit!!! Wherever you are Lisa, I hope you're well. 🦋
Agreed!
Lisa is the uploader
The happiness and joy on everyone's face makes you see just how miserable we've become. I wanna go back!
Then vote for Conservatives, who favor traditional values/ideas.
Liberals want radical change and oppose convention.
@@musicaltheatergeek79 Misery is traditional. Please list your values and ideas. Also, what does voting have to do with "traditional values/ideas"? Can those be legislated and enforced--how?
It really was a very different time. People literally had no idea what they were in for. I get so tired of hearing it’s because people didn’t vote democrat or because people didn’t vote republican. 🙄 that’s the oldest trick in the book was to have a two party system to keep people divided and against one another in the first place.
Wasn’t anyone paying attention when they played the old commercials in this one? Does anyone think maybe capitalism and corporate greed might have something to do with the misery of today? People know how screwed they are now. Back then there was some innocence left. The dream of the good life was still being sold and ignorance was bliss.
@@memyselfi2005 The misery of today began with the Internet in 1995; online dating soon after; the 'smart' phone in 2005; and Tinder. I saw the shift and degeneracy happen in months each time.
We raced ourselves to the bottom; arrived there; and now the bottom is sinking ever lower ... forever.
@@musicaltheatergeek79Trump rallies literally have kiosks right outside selling Nazi flags. And trump kept himself above the law for countless crimes that any other American would long ago be in prison for (luckily that ends in 2023). GTFOH with that “traditional values” bs.
Wow, this is what natural people on tv actually looked like! No fillers, Botox or filters! 😁
Lisa is a real sweetheart. She’s got a great attitude and is pretty inside and out. I’m glad she didn’t hurt this guy. Whoever settled down with her eventually is very lucky.
Notice the difference in the attitudes in the 80's versus now. The women were classier, had dignity and self respect. now they show their BH on only fans and sell out the first chance they get. Social media has ruined our women.
@@AkashSharma-ib1qx BEEP homo detector
@@AkashSharma-ib1qx I'm sure Trump will make men want women again, right? 🙄Why do incels like Andrew Tate and Jordan Peterson so much?
@@dealerslicenseopsLike men are such a prize? 🙄
@@RevLeigh55I’ll take you on a date. You’re smoking hot
Lisa's hair was amazing! I've always loved that cut with that curl! I also can't believe I remembered the whole Wind Song jingle!
best perfume ever!!! even bought a house on Wind Song Boulevard 😅
Everyone should read the description on this video. This lady stood her ground against some very shady producers. Bravo!
I love Chuck's sensitivity and good manners when Scott forgets them!
This is my aunt! Thanks for posting this
Is she still hot?
Fast forward 33 years...his water pump's still broken and he still wakes up late for dates.
I used to love this show !
It’s a riot to see what the styles were and seeing the old commercials is kind of cool as well !
Fun to watch !
As teens, my friends and I got a kick out of how Chuck Woolery sits and crosses his legs. Some good effort there.
Me too ! I was in the Air Force and we would watch this while drinking keg beer before we went out.
It's cool that you included the commercials. I had forgotten how much I missed sizzler and how much I miss my dad taking us as kids.
Lisa handled that like a champ. Especially for the era. She stayed classy and was the funnier of the two on the show.
Classy ???
@Mr Heck Take it down a notch, that’s not even close to simping.
What do you mean for the era?
I'm loving her hair. Wish women would do more of that these days.
@@metalgrinch 80s hair was the best
Old tv shows, like, these, have so much more class, character, charm and entertainment value, than, most of today's shows.
Agreed. I was hoping the new love connection would be this good. It sucks. I miss Chuck!
Are you in a comma competition? Jesus...
You’re so right Patrick !
Definitely! This show would be too offensive to today's society...🙄🙄🙄
@@the406seadonkey6 didn’t even notice till you pointed it out…
When my son was about 11 years old he entered a Jaycee Relay Race. He’d never ran track before and didn’t know everybody wore shorts. He came in jeans, to everyone’s amusement. He ran the last leg for his team - and came away the fastest runner of the day, and made up considerable distance to win. This video made me think of that day. How I wish I had been able to see it, instead of only hear and read about it. I was a single mom and had to work. My son was an amazing athlete. ❤️
The story in the description is so funny (especially about your roommate chickening out)! I admire that you stuck to your guns and didn’t let the studio bully you out of your values. You were a lovely young lady, and clearly a lovely personality as well. Thank you for sharing your story!
I didn’t even look at the description till I read this. Thanks for the tip, well worth the read!
So happy to be born in the 80s and growing up in the 90s ♥️ wholesome, innocent times
Thank you for keeping in the original commercials!! 🇺🇸👍🏻🇺🇸👍🏻
I usually get annoyed having to listen to the commercials however. it was fun to see the older ones
I gotta really hand it to Lisa. She calls the date a disaster, but because Scott's a nice guy, agrees to give him another chance. . ..while also keeping her expectations--a REAL date--known.
You should read the video description if you haven't. :D
Usually people in their 20s/30s looked way older in the 80s, it's kinda cool to see Scott & Lisa who actually seemed young/their age. Lisa seemed so sweet and bubbly, and Scott reminds me of Steve on Full House 🤘
the big hair and chunky clothes doesn’t help, but still most of them look and seen older than the current generation of early 20somethings. Wonder what it is that makes people seem and look so much younger now?
I noticed that too. These women looked like they were early 30's. I'm not saying they weren't attractive (well some weren't) but they just looked older than their age.
@@twilit I think less cigarette smoking/liquor and better skincare and not as much sun exposure helps people age better.
Even as an Elder Millennial (37), today's early 20s look younger than I did back in 2006, but we look younger than the Boomers and early Gen Xers did
@@JPMcFly1985 I'm Generation X and I looked younger than I was when I was in my 20s.
It's because people in the past drank milk with growth hormones in them.
One of rare times where a date goes bad and they agree to have a second date. But with how disastrous that date was, he deserves at least another shot.
While I loved watching this episode, thank you to the moon and back for including the commercials. My goodness I miss that homey feeling of the 80’s and 90’s
Like every thing was alright… even when it wasn’t ☺️
To the moon and back? 🙄
@@gasmith7486 oh good lord find something to do
Especially the Windsong perfume commercial. I bought that perfume for my mother when I was young. Very nostalgic.
@@tiffanybrooks8266 oh everything was quite alright.
I didn't know Tom Cruise and Dennis Quaid had a love-child!
Well, now you know!
That would be interesting, wouldn't it?
I love the intro: "Old fashion romance meets MODERN DAY technology!" ha ha ha ......Gosh- if we only knew what that meant.
I guess getting to choose dates via video recording was high tech at that point? Plus the whole “the audience selects their choice!” By picking a electronic button lol.
Technology, as in, it's on tv!
I remember sneaking this show when I stayed home sick from school. My mother wouldn't let me watch it because it would "rot my brain". We had a show called "Perfect Match" in Australia. It was just like this. So much neon.
Did anyone else read the backstory in the description? I couldn’t even finish the video at around 8 mins in but the backstory is gold. The experience seems to confirm that reality TV and game shows are super scripted.
Yup. Lisa also seems like a person with some serious integrity.
I’m confused. In the background info, she said she refused to go on the show…but then on this video it clearly says she did?
@@catherinethorstenberg8957 to me it sounded like she originally declined but the show kept pestering her so she relented against her better judgment
The most disastrous date with the nicest guy. That was a kind thing to say.
Holy crap, what a blast from the past. I was a kid when this show started. I didn't really watch it a lot. Mostly stuck to cartoons and whatever mom was watching. Thank you for leaving in the commercials. They were such a staple in households. I kinda miss them.
Chuck Woolery had a warm personality, a little naughty humor and a friendliness which made the show work. Love will always be hard to find and Love Connection and Chuck Woolery were a perfect way to cover the ups and downs of love.
I always loved Chuck Woolery.
I remember him from Wheel of Fortune.
loved him in this time period. very sad they he went all nuts on politics recently.
@@oldgroucho2203 Didn't know that.
@@maidahaltrecht6577 He is way into conspiracy theory and Qanon. I can give him a break though since he is pushing 80. many of us get a little kooky in our old age.
Crushing badly on Lisa. What a perfect combination of being adorable and funny and opinionated and sassy. I was born way too late!
Kinda has that early Lori Loughlin going on.
She’s sexy
I really enjoyed reading the story of how Lisa ended up on the show. She has a great personality and a lot of integrity.
MusicTennis3000 - yes! This was fun to watch, knowing the ‘back story’ Thanks, Lisa, for sharing this 💖
Where did you read about Lisa?
@@franklinmorgan250 in the video description, dummy
@@Cookieboy70 Get realistic! not everyone spends their time pouring over the description, dumb-dumb 😝
1989 I was 17. God time flies by
I’m so glad you posted the commercials took me back man
This made me want that Sizzler Southwestern Grill for 7.99!! Nowadays, that’s what a fast food burger combo costs…the 80s were amazing.
Sad, fast-food more like 12$ that Sizzler deal now would be 24$
I came on you tube to figure out how to program my pool pump and now I’m watching these non stop. Shoot
What a nice thing to say, a disasterus date, with the nicest guy. Glad they gave it another chance.
This date sounds like one of those funny stories they'll be telling their grandchildren.
Oh man I was the same way. They were so cute together - plus the way they both were awesome to each other during all the mishaps that sows their true colors so we know them to be genuine nice people!
They had a SIZZLER commercial!! Awww... God this was before cell phones & I love this. I used to actually watch Love Connection back when we only had 13 channels on the T.V.!! ....God time fly's
That was Zack Morris and Kelly Kapowski giving it another go later in life 🤗🤣
She does look like Tiffany Amber from "Save by the Bell"
I appreciate the way you dealt with the studio and how you treated Scott. Sadly, studios haven't changed much.
Lisa, you were a real good sport. I help out people who are rebuilidng their lives after divorces and such. I always say, when it comes to dating that they should relax and enjoy the dates, especially the first. I could roll this tape as an example.
I wish they would bring this show back, or a reunion and find out what happened to everyone!
They brought it back for 1-2 seasons recently, hosted by Andy Cohen. Unfortunately, it was not brought back after those 1-2 seasons.
@@devinbiz thank you, I didn't know they tried bringing it back at all!
You’re welcome, I think Andy tried to bring a fun modern spin on something as mundane as a dating show, but I think it’s tough in the modern era to bring in a new dating show, without the risk of potential harassment/assault
And women calling every man short ==
A " what happened to" show would be pretty cool but love connection would never work nowadays. The magic times are gone.
OMG....I loved this show. When this episode aired I was 8yo. Thanks for posting this. The commercials made it even better. It's a great dose of nostalgia!!!
That was so awkward at the end when they are sitting on the couch and he grabs her shoulder and she immediately says "Don't hurt me." Then the show ended. So weird.
They are so cute together. Glad she gave him a second date. Wherever you two are now I hope you are happy and well.
The commercials were as fun as the date! I remember them!🤣🤣
I remember watching this as a kid thinking how weird and dorky all these people were. I was like 'is this what adults do with their time? How boring and annoying.'
I was 100% right.
Generally speaking people are more annoying than interesting. Blah.
Turns out you're the weird dork who's boring and annoying.
@@RideAcrossTheRiver no you are.
@@metalgrinch Exactly what you'd reply as an infantile dork.
U sound like a grinch
This was such a great show! You felt like you were sitting in a friend's living room listening to guests talk about good/bad dates.
It was impossible not to watch this show with a big, goofy smile on your face. Lol
OMG...I LOVE THIS! Giving me flashbacks to "reality TV" back when I was 23 when I'd leave my job at Blockbuster Video and rush home to watch this before going out. LOL!
“Men like my southern accent”
*doesn’t have a southern accent*
Edit: thank you for leaving the commercials in!
He’s wearing suspenders with a belt
😂😂
He's gotta pull his pants down to brush his teeth
😂🤣
Because *1989,* that's why!!
That was and still is a fashion faux pas!
For once I am not complaining about commercials🤯
This was a glorious story of two honest people! My brother was on the Newlywed Game and I heard much of the same. Thank you Lisa for telling your story in the description / introduction! Be Well!
What a great memory you have and love the commercials 😊
What an interesting background story! And hey, big respect to you for not letting them tell you what to do, that's seriously admirable you stuck to your morals.
Scott does seem like a nice guy, cute too. I hope you found him! He owes you that dinner. ;)
I wish Hulu or another streaming app would have all of these episodes! I loved this show, used to watch it with my Grandma. And the commercials! This guy kind of looks like Bill Paxton. Thanks for the uploads!
Her personality was AWESOME!!! Just seemed like a such a fun, energic person!
This is so cute! They are both adorable. I hope they have had great lives since then whatever they did. ❤️.
PS: no words can describe how great it felt to watch this sweet show after all the doom scrolling I’ve done tonight.
lisa, I love how you stood your ground and refused to up things for TV’s sake
Wow I was 9 years old when this came out. Miss the 80s!
Thank for keeping the commercials on, that was awesome
I looooove the commercials! The dog is hilarious 😂
LeeLee Chel, Thank you for the background story. Thank you for sticking to your values. This made for an interesting segment. Too bad the staff pressured you to force the story to be negative and thank you for not giving in!
What a fun find! I love the background story. He seems so sweet and nice...so do you! I love that you both agreed not to trash each other. And what was the producers' problem? This bit, not lovey dovey and not trash talking, was very entertaining. Awesome job not caving!
I used to love watching this show when I was a kid in the 80s. My whole family would watch it together.
Holy crap,...the commercials just brought back a rush of memories
Love Chuck Woolery. My momma loved him too. I’d go back to the 80’s in a nanosecond. The best times ever. Love the commercials too!
Lisa, very entertaining date! And thank you for the detailed explanation on the behind-the-scenes workings of the show. It always peaked my curiosity. I must say, and this is in no way a come-on, you were one of the prettiest contestants I've seen on the show and you're blessed with a great personality. Thank you again for posting and I wish you well.
Is Lisa your aunt?
Wow, I just read the description after watching the video. Dang, you are the most quality person they could have ever hoped to get. You are so vivacious and funny!
OMG! I remember seeing this episode with my parents. If it was 89, I was about 10. Yeah... I had an instant crush on Lisa. I mean, she was like 14 years older but I thought she was so dreamy. LoL
That intro song and cute little animation .... what a retro flashback. Back to a time when the general public didn't even know what the internet is (let alone use it). This show was such a staple of daytime TV.
I remember living in California and watching this show.
These old shows were nothing but classic memories from my past. They were so cheesy, but we all loved them!
I love the commercials. Nostalgic.
I'm 48 I remember watching these in high school , also the commercials really brought the nostalgia on, thank you so much for sharing, the hair, the clothes hilarious!!
She’s really pretty even by todays standards despite the HUGE hair - and she doesn’t look as old as most people do for their age on here.
Women were better looking back then, imo
@Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin she does have great hair it’s just that she has A LOT of hair, and it kind of overwhelms her face. wearing one’s hair really big and poofy was the style in the 80s and early 90s compared to the more sleek style most people wear now. She has an amazing smile, great eyes and that’s timeless.
That first one I thought was in her late 30s, early 40s until they put her age on the screen.
What's today's standards? Today's standards are there are none.
Jeez.....I was hoping that on TH-cam, I wouldn't have to wait for "2&2!" Kinda cool seeing all the old commercials from the 80's though!
I bet this guy has aged well.
He's a fat boy now.
Thanks for downloading these "Love Connection." Very funny show" in which you enjoy the interaction between the couples. I had forgotten about this show only seen it a couple of times.
Oh my gosh Wind Song perfume!!! I remember that commercial! I used to love that scent! ❤️🤘💯😆
Wind song stays on my mind
I know they were directed to do so, but the audience for this show always acted so raucous and horny like they were at a strip club!
Guy: "She had very nice legs..."
Audience: "WhoooOOoo!!! YEAAAAH!!!"
🤣
This was back when commercials were NORMAL. They weren't obnoxious and disgusting like they are now (especially all the people dancing in commercials).
Lisa, you are an amazing human being. Anyone would be very fortunate to have you as a friend. I hope you've had a great life since this show aired!
If it wasn't for bad luck, Scott wouldn't have any luck!
Steak and grilled shrimp for 7.99 at sizzlers!!!!..2020.....i get small fries ...small drink and a plain hamburger without cheese at Jack n a box......lol.....how time change
Major nostalgia bonus with the old Chrysler K car commercial!
What I loved most about this blast from the past show, is the commercials. HA☺️
Boy, dating was rough back then without cell phones.
@vo id, It really was. I don't know how I did it. 😊
Scott looked super disappointed when the first lady said she doesn't like talking about sex on the first date.😆
Scott is so handsome Lisa is so beautiful I hope that they are still doing great
The late 80's and early 90's was a badass time to grow up as a kid. EVerything was changing so fast.
Also, 1991 still had the synthesized theme but the Photo Montage debuted in September 1990, or during the July 1990 tapings.