; ripe pick

[lily mccarthy]

L I L Y Did you flag I was a touring musician or no? I need to know what I'd be going in with! I am!! Just let me know which LA date you two figure out, I'll put you on my ticket list. Look at you, sounds full of love and otherwise fulfilling. I like how cheesy you are about her, it's very sweet.

[jack kearney]

Jack I said you were kind of a big deal. I could've tried to lead him there but it was easier to spill the beans. Then I told him what you're like, etc. Are you kidding? We'll go to all 3 dates. We are hardcore fans. It's been a great year, I can't complain. Everyone's sick of us, I know! I can't even bring myself to crop her out of pictures.

[lily mccarthy]

L I L Y You two really are playing chess over here. What's he like, then? Sell me, Mr. Salesman. Haha you don't have to, I promise I won't be disappointed. But always welcome. You got close on this one, haha. I can't wait to hear how the episode turns out - you'll probably laugh at how many vague things you'll be able to fill in with your dinner knowledge.

[jack kearney]

Jack You want a sneak peek at the report, I see. Well he's more reserved than shy in that he keeps to himself but does come out of his shell. Very laidback and lowkey with a dry sense of humor. Punctual and reliable, which I appreciate. Adventurous, open-minded, competitive, I could keep going! If I'm a Golden Retriever, then he's a Husky or a German Shepherd? She said I'm not allowed to exist without her, it's the rules. Have you done pods before? It sounds like it was a blast. The fans are going to lose their minds.

[lily mccarthy]

L I L Y If it wouldn't be a full blind date then I should be assured at least a little background, that will do. Like I said, I'll think on it. Have some other priorities right now and you can tell Sylvia that if she follows up! No, first one! Plenty of interviews but they're usually a little bit more buttoned up - talking freely or just approaching it like I was talking to girlfriends (which I was) was way more fun. Keeps the momentum going too.

[jack kearney]

Jack Some other basics: 30, from CA, self-employed, makes furniture, must love dogs, volunteers with kids. That's my report, I'll leave it at that. If you want contact info, whenever, just let me know. What a cool job, right? Shooting the breeze with your friends. I don't have the material to host a show but it has been fun to be a guest. It must be a refreshing break from interviews, everyone asks the same questions.

[lily mccarthy]

L I L Y Sounds like a saint. I'll keep you posted. I understand how much of an art it is though, too, being able to turn that into engaging, consistent content. Your episode was great too, I finally got around to listening the other day! Took way more directions but was nice to ask questions back vs. just being asked them. I can only talk about myself so much sometimes.

[jack kearney]

Jack I have good friends, what can I say! Sara and Syl are naturals, you really get to be in their world for a moment. Aw thanks, I had a fun time with it. Is there a question you wish people asked you more? Or just anything out of left field that'll make you think or laugh?

[lily mccarthy]

L I L Y You seem like a very solid reference, that’s for sure. Sometimes you wish you could talk more candidly but people jump on the opportunity for a few words taken out of context, so it’s a bit of a game. I like talking about the BTS or the process of things the most, creation is unique for everyone. Question time for you though, what drew you to LA?

[jack kearney]

Jack You ever get tired of this music thing and need a regular job, my ref is yours. Sure sure, it's a tightrope walk. People aren't necessarily listening but waiting to hear what they hope. What do you dislike more, boring interviews or invasive paps? I wanted a big change from Montana, more opportunity. And, subconsciously, Sylvia.

[lily mccarthy]

L I L Y Haha, so far it’s not working out too bad for me but I’ll let you know if I ever need the favor. Invasive photogs - the interviews we usually have control over, at least. Photos we don’t get to help write the stories they try to tell with them. How did you and Syl meet again?

[jack kearney]

Jack I can't imagine what it's like for you or Sylvia sometimes. They aren't as interested in me, and sometimes I actually appreciate the "candid" pictures together that we might not get otherwise. But I also haven't seen a picture of myself yet that's so awful or out of context I want it wiped from the internet. Her dad lived in Montana for a while so she would come visit during the summers. We kept crossing paths in town, outdoors, at camps etc, it's a small town next to a small city.

[lily mccarthy]

L I L Y It would likely be more her, in that instance. She goes out to lunch with a friend and suddenly she's cheating, that kind of thing. Love is obsessive in a lot of ways, including for audiences. What are the chances of all places she'd go there? Have to believe in fate at that point, right?

[jack kearney]

Jack Oh the rumors and stories are always fun. And then there's the parasocial stuff. I think I do! When we were younger she was the coolest thing to happen to Montana.

[lily mccarthy]

L I L Y And the shipping and the discourse. It's all a fun development. And now here you are. What a journey, huh? Funny how life goes sometimes.