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(Thrillist)   Going to the movies is the worst first date idea according to a new study. But as bad as that sounds going to a funeral for a first date finished in ninth place   (thrillist.com) divider line
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Mole Man
2023-02-09 2:52:11 AM  
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DannyBrandt [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 3:17:56 AM  
6. Going to a pub/bar

This should be a red flag right here. How can you make an informed decision about a potential mate if you don't know how good they are at pool or darts?

Run away.
 
dericwater
2023-02-09 3:30:41 AM  
So what are the 10 best ideas for a first date?
 
Concrete Donkey
2023-02-09 3:36:15 AM  

dericwater: So what are the 10 best ideas for a first date?


I would say one of them would be a sip and paint type thing
 
untoldforce
2023-02-09 4:24:56 AM  
Let's see.... Don't go anywhere, don't eat anything, don't do anything. But definitely don't stay at home.

I think the website is just trying to tell people to skip dating altogether.
 
Gordon Bennett [TotalFark] [OhFark]
2023-02-09 5:12:49 AM  
I think that list shows a distinct lack of creativity. Surely there are far worse places to take a first date. What about an abattoir? The burns ward at the local hospital? A Trump rally? Josef Fritzl's basement?
 
aerojockey [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 5:17:44 AM  
"Online bingo website Tombola"
 
offacue [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 6:23:12 AM  

Gordon Bennett: I think that list shows a distinct lack of creativity. Surely there are far worse places to take a first date. What about an abattoir? The burns ward at the local hospital? A Trump rally? Josef Fritzl's basement?


Visiting your husband and twin children at the cemetery after the accident you were charged and found innocent of DWI murder for.
 
enry [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 6:44:29 AM  
Our first date was to see Jacob's Ladder.  We're still together 30 years later
 
Groupon boob job
2023-02-09 7:20:27 AM  
We all know lists like this are dumb from the get-go, but this one particularly so. I think we all agree with some of it: movies are terrible first dates, for example. I kind-of found it funny they listed "McDonald's" and "Restaurant" as two different things. I suppose one is to imply being cheap. Regardless, my assumption is there's a certain base criteria they've identified for a good date which none of these meet. So we should be able to reverse that principal and use it to identify good first dates. Though I am not sure I can find the through-line in all the bad activities; what elements are they saying someone should try to avoid?

I'll share the most interesting fist date I had. A woman invited me to go running with her. We met at 5:30am and did a 15 mile run, and then went back to her place for breakfast. It was on a workday so we didn't get to hang around for too long. I brought a change of clothes and showered there. It was interesting because we got to talk during the run, endorphins helped ward off any awkward silences, and saw what each other were like under a variety of conditions. There's a lot you learn about someone doing that sort of thing. On the down side, there was no second date-- I somehow didn't meet expectations I guess.
 
Nogale
2023-02-09 7:58:10 AM  
First dates should be brief and as low-stakes as possible. Grab some coffee and sit in the park. If you work close enough to each other a lunchtime first date is also a good option - you have an easy out if it doesn't go well. There's no law that says dates can only happen after 8 pm.
 
On-Farkin-On
2023-02-09 8:16:40 AM  

Groupon boob job: We all know lists like this are dumb from the get-go, but this one particularly so. I think we all agree with some of it: movies are terrible first dates, for example. I kind-of found it funny they listed "McDonald's" and "Restaurant" as two different things. I suppose one is to imply being cheap. Regardless, my assumption is there's a certain base criteria they've identified for a good date which none of these meet. So we should be able to reverse that principal and use it to identify good first dates. Though I am not sure I can find the through-line in all the bad activities; what elements are they saying someone should try to avoid?

I'll share the most interesting fist date I had. A woman invited me to go running with her. We met at 5:30am and did a 15 mile run, and then went back to her place for breakfast. It was on a workday so we didn't get to hang around for too long. I brought a change of clothes and showered there. It was interesting because we got to talk during the run, endorphins helped ward off any awkward silences, and saw what each other were like under a variety of conditions. There's a lot you learn about someone doing that sort of thing. On the down side, there was no second date-- I somehow didn't meet expectations I guess.


She went running after fisting? Yeah, you had no chance of keeping up with her in the long term.
 
xanadian [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 8:30:37 AM  

aerojockey: "Online bingo website Tombola"


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xanadian [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 8:33:01 AM  

Gordon Bennett: I think that list shows a distinct lack of creativity. Surely there are far worse places to take a first date. What about an abattoir? The burns ward at the local hospital? A Trump rally? Josef Fritzl's basement?


...and then take your date out for some bbq.
 
hobbes0022
2023-02-09 8:35:06 AM  
Chaz disagrees with #9

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Rapmaster2000 [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 9:04:11 AM  
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UncleDirtNap
2023-02-09 9:17:26 AM  
So does staying home include a home made dungeon?  Asking for a friend.
 
eKonk
2023-02-09 9:26:42 AM  
OK, here's the list for those too lazy to click, with my helpful comments added.

1. Going to the cinema (2,361 votes)
Most of the time, yeah - the movie itself isn't a good place to get to know someone.  However, if you're both into a particular type of movie and watch it together first, then go grab a drink after it makes for a good topic of conversation. Only real downside is the amount of time spent, but you wanted to see the movie anyway so no loss there.

2. McDonald's (1,561 votes)
If you're 15, that's perfectly fine. Otherwise, agreed.

3. Staying home (790 votes)
Again, generally a bad idea assuming you don't know this person. If it's someone you have known for a while and just started dating? Could be just fine.

4. Going to a parent's house (522 votes)
If you're still in high school, and particularly if her parents have a pool and aren't home, that's actually a fantastic idea. Otherwise...oh hell no.

5. Visiting a restaurant (476 votes)
Usually a bad idea to start with something like that - expensive and if conversation isn't good...ugh. If it's an interesting place for cheap/quick bite, go for it.

6. Going to a pub/bar (471 votes)
What? These can be the best places for a date. Alcohol to lubricate the conversation if you're nervous, pool/darts whatever so you can see her competitive side (let her win the first game, but don't make it obvious).

7. Swimming (383 votes)
Agreed, not a good first date. Sure, you get to see them in a swimsuit, but that's about the only good part.

8. Watching a football match (311 votes)
Depends - do you both like football? If so, it's not a bad deal, is it?

9. Attending a funeral (218 votes)
Whose funeral? I can think of some that I would greatly enjoy, and if I could attend with someone else who is equally enthusiastic, well, so much the better.

10. Going to the park (196 votes)
Depends on the park, doesn't it? I mean, if it's an interesting park or surrounded by interesting things, you can take a nice little stroll, grab coffee or a drink or an ice cream or whatever. Cheap, easy, things to see and talk about...that's a really good first date.

So let's see what they do recommend:

Instead, you could choose another low-commitment activity, such as going for a walk or finding an art gallery with free admission.

WTF? A park is a bad idea but taking a walk is a good idea? Where the hell are you walking? Around the lake tonight, by my side?  Can't wait til we get behind the boathouse...

An art gallery could potentially work if you either both enjoy or both hate the artwork. Otherwise it sounds like at least one person is getting bored off their ass, and that's what they'll always associate with the other person.
 
abhorrent1
2023-02-09 9:53:31 AM  
So you can't stay home, or go to a movie, or restaurant, or bar, or park. WTF else are you supposed to do?
 
Billy Liar
2023-02-09 10:38:21 AM  
11.  Time-Share Vacation Opportunities Sales Meeting
 
phedex
2023-02-09 10:40:07 AM  
The movies is a legit horrible choice.  Initial dates are about getting a handle on if your conversation skills match up.   Like others said.... go walk a trail together, get a coffee, actually chat and get to know each other with zero stakes other than "tell me about yourself".
 
WelldeadLink
2023-02-09 10:49:04 AM  

eKonk: OK, here's the list for those too lazy to click, with my helpful comments added.

1. Going to the cinema (2,361 votes)


Agree, because you're required to sit there quietly, unless you both like the topic of the movie and just want to watch it... and can discuss it later. Exception: drive-in movie, where you now can listen to the movie on your radio, have the windows rolled up, and can talk with each other during the show.

3. Staying home (790 votes)

Agreed, unless you're there to watch a movie which you're both interested in. You can pause the DVD or stream to chat about it or stuff.

4. Going to a parent's house (522 votes)

Agreed, for a first date. Did take the lady who is now my current wife to visit parents while also on a trip to some interesting museums and attractions near parents. We were glad we happened to do that before COVID shut everything down.


9. Attending a funeral (218 votes)

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Arkanaut
2023-02-09 10:51:00 AM  
When I proposed to meet the woman who would become my wife (spoiler alert), I suggested a jazz concert in the basement of a bar. Then I thought about it and realized, it's going to be dark and loud, and we're not going to be able to talk to each other. So I then suggested to get some coffee the weekend before the concert. She suggested meeting up at the café of a museum, and decided that she liked me enough to see the rest of the museum with me, and then get dinner nearby afterwards.

Probably the smartest thing I ever done.
 
grimlock1972
2023-02-09 11:34:53 AM  
Seriously? Combine the movie with dinner and you have a perfectly fine date. Safe for all parties and likely at least pleasant so long as the movie is agreeable to both parties and one of the two on the 1st date isn't a complete turn off for the other.
 
optimistic_cynic
2023-02-09 11:38:08 AM  

abhorrent1: So you can't stay home, or go to a movie, or restaurant, or bar, or park. WTF else are you supposed to do?


Fark in the alley.
 
blondambition [OhFark]
2023-02-09 11:51:41 AM  

dericwater: So what are the 10 best ideas for a first date?


I had some really fun first dates. We went to the zoo, another guy took me to see the Lippizan stallions and one was to an ice cream parlor. It was a lot of fun and didn't cost very much money.
 
DannyBrandt [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 12:20:33 PM  

Billy Liar: 11.  Time-Share Vacation Opportunities Sales Meeting


This is actually BRILLIANT.

Okay, so for our first date, we're going to go to one of those timeshare sales things where they give you a free meal. We're going to pretend that we've been dating for a long time. One of us is having commitment issues. We're really interested in the idea of a time share, just not quite sold on it. At one point, we're going to get into a loud argument.

If both of you can ad-lib your way through fabricating a fake history, make up stories on the spot, bicker at each other for an hour without one of you just busting out laughing?

That's a soul mate right there.
 
vudukungfu [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 12:27:31 PM  

Groupon boob job: We all know lists like this are dumb from the get-go, but this one particularly so. I think we all agree with some of it: movies are terrible first dates, for example. I kind-of found it funny they listed "McDonald's" and "Restaurant" as two different things. I suppose one is to imply being cheap. Regardless, my assumption is there's a certain base criteria they've identified for a good date which none of these meet. So we should be able to reverse that principal and use it to identify good first dates. Though I am not sure I can find the through-line in all the bad activities; what elements are they saying someone should try to avoid?

I'll share the most interesting fist date I had. A woman invited me to go running with her. We met at 5:30am and did a 15 mile run, and then went back to her place for breakfast. It was on a workday so we didn't get to hang around for too long. I brought a change of clothes and showered there. It was interesting because we got to talk during the run, endorphins helped ward off any awkward silences, and saw what each other were like under a variety of conditions. There's a lot you learn about someone doing that sort of thing. On the down side, there was no second date-- I somehow didn't meet expectations I guess.


What did you leave in the shower?
 
vudukungfu [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 12:29:46 PM  

DannyBrandt: Billy Liar: 11.  Time-Share Vacation Opportunities Sales Meeting

This is actually BRILLIANT.

Okay, so for our first date, we're going to go to one of those timeshare sales things where they give you a free meal. We're going to pretend that we've been dating for a long time. One of us is having commitment issues. We're really interested in the idea of a time share, just not quite sold on it. At one point, we're going to get into a loud argument.

If both of you can ad-lib your way through fabricating a fake history, make up stories on the spot, bicker at each other for an hour without one of you just busting out laughing?

That's a soul mate right there.


I like you
 
DannyBrandt [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 12:34:01 PM  

vudukungfu: DannyBrandt: Billy Liar: 11.  Time-Share Vacation Opportunities Sales Meeting

This is actually BRILLIANT.

Okay, so for our first date, we're going to go to one of those timeshare sales things where they give you a free meal. We're going to pretend that we've been dating for a long time. One of us is having commitment issues. We're really interested in the idea of a time share, just not quite sold on it. At one point, we're going to get into a loud argument.

If both of you can ad-lib your way through fabricating a fake history, make up stories on the spot, bicker at each other for an hour without one of you just busting out laughing?

That's a soul mate right there.

I like you


The best SNL sketches are the ones where the actors are having a hard time keeping it together.
 
Billy Liar
2023-02-09 12:36:52 PM  

DannyBrandt: vudukungfu: DannyBrandt: Billy Liar: 11.  Time-Share Vacation Opportunities Sales Meeting

This is actually BRILLIANT.

Okay, so for our first date, we're going to go to one of those timeshare sales things where they give you a free meal. We're going to pretend that we've been dating for a long time. One of us is having commitment issues. We're really interested in the idea of a time share, just not quite sold on it. At one point, we're going to get into a loud argument.

If both of you can ad-lib your way through fabricating a fake history, make up stories on the spot, bicker at each other for an hour without one of you just busting out laughing?

That's a soul mate right there.

I like you

The best SNL sketches are the ones where the actors are having a hard time keeping it together.


Will be able to see what if any their sense of humor is like, in a "captive" situation, and if they can think on their feet.
 
Ant
2023-02-09 1:30:31 PM  
My wife and I have been married for 30 years. Our first date was going to see Edward Scissorhands in the theater. It seemed to work out pretty well for us.
 
MrSplifferton
2023-02-09 1:31:37 PM  
1. Going to the cinema (2,361 votes)
Can't get to know each other
2. McDonald's (1,561 votes)
Cheap
3. Staying home (790 votes)
Might be a serial killer
4. Going to a parent's house (522 votes)
Might be a serial killer or his parents might have a human larder
5. Visiting a restaurant (476 votes)
Hard to leave if you don't like the person
6. Going to a pub/bar (471 votes)
Trying to slip something in their drink
7. Swimming (383 votes)
Why?
8. Watching a football match (311 votes)
WTF?
9. Attending a funeral (218 votes)
Bonus points if it's his ex-wife
10. Going to the park (196 votes)
Cheap

It looks like a common theme is to not have a first date where they feel trapped or sense that you are cheap.  Honestly, it makes perfect sense.
 
vudukungfu [TotalFark]
2023-02-09 3:45:38 PM  

Billy Liar: DannyBrandt: vudukungfu: DannyBrandt: Billy Liar: 11.  Time-Share Vacation Opportunities Sales Meeting

This is actually BRILLIANT.

Okay, so for our first date, we're going to go to one of those timeshare sales things where they give you a free meal. We're going to pretend that we've been dating for a long time. One of us is having commitment issues. We're really interested in the idea of a time share, just not quite sold on it. At one point, we're going to get into a loud argument.

If both of you can ad-lib your way through fabricating a fake history, make up stories on the spot, bicker at each other for an hour without one of you just busting out laughing?

That's a soul mate right there.

I like you

The best SNL sketches are the ones where the actors are having a hard time keeping it together.

Will be able to see what if any their sense of humor is like, in a "captive" situation, and if they can think on their feet.


Yeah, this is why I stopped dating models. Not a lot going on in the old attic
 
Groupon boob job
2023-02-09 9:29:16 PM  

vudukungfu: Groupon boob job: We all know lists like this are dumb from the get-go, but this one particularly so. I think we all agree with some of it: movies are terrible first dates, for example. I kind-of found it funny they listed "McDonald's" and "Restaurant" as two different things. I suppose one is to imply being cheap. Regardless, my assumption is there's a certain base criteria they've identified for a good date which none of these meet. So we should be able to reverse that principal and use it to identify good first dates. Though I am not sure I can find the through-line in all the bad activities; what elements are they saying someone should try to avoid?

I'll share the most interesting fist date I had. A woman invited me to go running with her. We met at 5:30am and did a 15 mile run, and then went back to her place for breakfast. It was on a workday so we didn't get to hang around for too long. I brought a change of clothes and showered there. It was interesting because we got to talk during the run, endorphins helped ward off any awkward silences, and saw what each other were like under a variety of conditions. There's a lot you learn about someone doing that sort of thing. On the down side, there was no second date-- I somehow didn't meet expectations I guess.

What did you leave in the shower?


DNA.
 
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