Awkward Puritan Double Date - Studio C

Studio C

28 Oct 201404:15

Summary

TLDRIn a humorous double date scenario, Matt introduces his roommate Jedidiah, who has a starkly old-fashioned and chauvinistic view of women, to two modern women. Jedidiah's comical misunderstandings of contemporary dating norms lead to a series of awkward and antiquated comments, including comparing the women to livestock and his preference for a daughter due to the suffering it will cause him. The group's attempts to engage in typical date activities such as mini-golf and ice cream are met with Jedidiah's bizarre and outdated reactions, highlighting the cultural gap and providing a comedic take on dating across different eras.

Takeaways

😅 Matt organizes a double date and introduces his new roommate, Jedidiah, who has a very old-fashioned and peculiar personality.
🚗 Jedidiah is late because he encountered 'devil-worshipping motorcyclists' on the freeway, which he and his donkey, Tribulation, dealt with.
😳 Jedidiah's views on women are archaic, comparing them to livestock for their physical attributes and suitability for farming and childbearing.
😲 The concept of dating is foreign to Jedidiah, who thinks it's a waste of money and not the 'Devil's work'.
🌹 Jedidiah's attempt at romance is misguided, suggesting that women prefer practicality over romantic gestures like poetry.
🏌️‍♂️ A mini-golf game is suggested as a date activity, but Jedidiah misunderstands the concept, associating it with physical punishment.
🤔 Jedidiah's upbringing is extreme, leaving his parents at 7 months old and being raised with a strict 'no coddling' policy.
🧊 Jedidiah finds the concept of ice cream to be an 'abomination' due to its unnatural freezing of cream outside of winter months.
🌾 Instead of ice cream, Jedidiah offers oats and twigs with thorns as a treat, reflecting his unconventional tastes.
😑 Despite the oddities, the date ends on a somewhat positive note, with one of the characters reflecting that it wasn't their worst date.

Q & A

Who organized the double date?
-Matt organized the double date.
Why is Matt's roommate late?
-Matt's roommate, Jedidiah, was delayed because he encountered devil-worshipping motorcyclists on the freeway.
What does Jedidiah think about modern transportation?
-Jedidiah considers anything faster than a donkey to be the devil's work.
How does Jedidiah react to the concept of dating?
-Jedidiah is unfamiliar with the concept of dating and initially compares it to a livestock auction.
What does Jedidiah believe about raising a girl?
-Jedidiah believes that raising a girl is good for the soul because suffering is good for the soul, and a man raising a girl suffers more.
What does Jedidiah think about romantic gestures?
-Jedidiah doesn't understand or appreciate romantic gestures like poetry, considering them useless compared to practical things like planting wheat.
How old is Jedidiah and when did he leave his parents?
-Jedidiah is 29 years old, having left his parents' estate 29 years ago, which means he left at 7 months old.
What is Jedidiah's view on women's roles?
-Jedidiah's views on women are extremely antiquated; he initially evaluates women based on their physical attributes for farming and childbearing.
What does the group decide to do after realizing Jedidiah's views are not compatible with modern dating?
-The group decides to play mini golf to try and find a common ground and to avoid further conflict arising from Jedidiah's outdated views.
What does Jedidiah think about ice cream?
-Jedidiah considers the unnatural freezing of cream outside the winter months to be an abomination.
How does the date end for the characters?
-The date ends with the realization that Jedidiah's views are too outdated and incompatible with modern society, leading to a decision to simply get ice cream instead.

Outlines

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😅 'Double Date Disaster'

The script begins with a group of friends preparing for a double date, but Matt's roommate, Jedidiah, is late. There's a humorous exchange suggesting that Jedidiah might have encountered trouble, but it's revealed he's averse to modern transportation. Jedidiah finally arrives and makes inappropriate comments about the women present, comparing them to livestock for their physical attributes suitable for farm work. He is corrected and introduced to the concept of dating as a social activity rather than a marriage auction. Despite his outdated views, he shows a preference for daughters over sons, believing suffering is good for the soul.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Double Date

A 'double date' is a social outing where two couples go out together, typically to a social event or activity. In the context of the video, the term is used to describe the social arrangement where Matt has organized a date involving two couples, which is a central part of the video's setting and the ensuing interactions.

💡Roommate

A 'roommate' is a person with whom one shares a living space, typically a house or an apartment. In the script, Matt's new roommate, Jedidiah, is a significant character whose introduction to the others drives the narrative and highlights cultural and social contrasts.

💡Tribulation

In the script, 'Tribulation' is used as the name of a donkey, reflecting a more old-fashioned or biblical naming convention. It also metaphorically suggests the trials or difficulties one might face, as the donkey and its owner, Jedidiah, encounter various modern inconveniences.

💡Devil's Work

The phrase 'Devil's work' is used in the script to humorously express disapproval of modern technology, particularly fast vehicles. Jedidiah's comment about anything faster than a donkey being the 'Devil's work' highlights his anachronistic views and sets up a cultural clash with the other characters.

💡Motorcyclists

In the narrative, 'motorcyclists' are mentioned as individuals who attempt to pass Jedidiah and Tribulation on the freeway. This encounter is used to illustrate the contrast between the modern, fast-paced lifestyle and Jedidiah's traditional and slower way of life.

💡Bride

The term 'bride' refers to a woman about to be married. In the script, Jedidiah's immediate inquiry about which woman is to be his bride upon meeting them humorously underscores his outdated and direct approach to courtship and marriage.

💡Formalities

'Formalities' are the customary or official procedures or rituals. In the video, the phrase 'enough with the formalities' is used by Jedidiah to dismiss polite introductions, indicating his impatience with social niceties and his desire to get straight to the point.

💡Livestock

The term 'livestock' refers to domesticated animals kept for use or pleasure. Jedidiah's comparison of the women to livestock in terms of physical attributes for work and childbearing is a stark example of his antiquated and offensive views on women.

💡Date (as in a social activity)

In the script, 'date' is explained as an activity where two people get to know each other better in a social setting. This explanation is necessary for Jedidiah, who seems unfamiliar with the concept, highlighting the cultural gap between him and the others.

💡Romance

Romance in the context of the video refers to the emotional and sometimes idealized aspects of love and affection. The characters suggest that Jedidiah should be more romantic in his approach to the date, indicating a need for emotional connection and courtship rather than his transactional view of relationships.

💡Mini Golf

Mini golf is a recreational game played on a miniature golf course. The suggestion to play mini golf is an attempt to engage Jedidiah in a modern, social activity that contrasts with his previous isolation and to create a more relaxed and enjoyable environment for the date.

💡Ice Cream

Ice cream is a frozen dessert enjoyed for its sweet and creamy taste. The mention of ice cream in the script is part of a failed attempt to find common ground with Jedidiah, who rejects it as an 'abomination,' further emphasizing his strict and old-fashioned beliefs.

💡Oats and Twigs

In the script, Jedidiah brings oats and twigs as an alternative to ice cream, reflecting his simplistic and rustic lifestyle. This choice is juxtaposed with the modern dessert, highlighting the stark difference in tastes and expectations between the characters.

Highlights

MATT organizes a double date and is excited to introduce his new roommate.

MATT's roommate is expected to arrive three hours prior but is delayed, causing concern.

MATT's roommate, JEDIDIAH, believes any vehicle faster than a donkey is the devil's work.

JEDIDIAH's donkey, Tribulation, is used as a mode of transport and has a humorous interaction.

JEDIDIAH had an encounter with 'devil-worshipping' motorcyclists on the freeway.

JEDIDIAH's response to the motorcyclists involved his donkey kicking them back to 'the fiery inferno'.

JEDIDIAH's introduction is met with surprise as he immediately asks which person will be his bride.

JEDIDIAH evaluates the women based on their physical attributes for farm work and childbearing.

The concept of a 'date' is explained to JEDIDIAH as an opportunity to get to know someone better.

JEDIDIAH's views on women and romance are criticized as archaic and offensive.

JEDIDIAH's poetry is a humorous take on traditional love poems, focusing on practicality over romance.

JEDIDIAH's views on women are called 'antediluvian', highlighting the cultural gap.

JEDIDIAH expresses a preference for a daughter, believing suffering is good for the soul.

A suggestion to play mini golf is made as a way to bond and have fun.

JEDIDIAH misunderstands the concept of mini golf, thinking it's a form of punishment.

JEDIDIAH's age is revealed to be 29, having left his parents' estate at 7 months old.

JEDIDIAH's upbringing is described as harsh, with no coddling from his parents.

The date ends with a suggestion to get ice cream, which JEDIDIAH also finds objectionable.

JEDIDIAH brings oats and twigs as an alternative to ice cream, showing his strict lifestyle.

The date is reflected upon as not the worst one had, indicating a sense of humor and resilience.