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Charity Lawson and Dotton continue their conversation on Octavine, discussing their favorite things about each other. Charity emphasizes Dotton's patience, which she finds essential in their relationship. Dotton, in turn, admires Charity's big heart and her natural ability to pour out love, but also expresses concern about her potential to be taken advantage of due to her kindness. They acknowledge the importance of finding a balance between being kind and setting boundaries. The conversation then shifts to an upcoming trip they have planned in August, which they hint is a significant event. They also share their social media handles and encourage listeners to follow them. The episode concludes with a brief advertisement for Pluto TV's Summer of Cinema and a new podcast called Tactical Pettiness.

Outlines

00:00:25

Welcome to Octavine

This Chapter introduces the episode of Octavine, hosted by Caitlin Bristo, and features Charity Lawson, the Bachelorette, and her fiancé Dotton as guests. The episode focuses on their relationship, their experience on the show, and their transition to life in New York City.

00:00:31

Charity and Dotton's Relationship

This Chapter delves into Charity and Dotton's relationship, exploring how it has evolved since the show ended. They discuss the challenges of navigating fame and overnight success, the importance of finding a balance between their personal and professional lives, and the unique dynamics of their relationship.

00:07:31

The Impact of the Show

This Chapter examines the impact of the show on Charity and Dotton's relationship. They discuss how the show's ending marked the beginning of their real relationship, the challenges of being a couple in the public eye, and the pressure they face regarding their wedding plans.

00:11:40

Advice from Charity's Parents

This Chapter explores the advice Charity received from her parents, who have been married for 48 years. They emphasize the importance of respect and treating each other well as the foundation of a strong relationship.

00:13:46

Charity's Post-Bachelorette Life

This Chapter focuses on Charity's post-Bachelorette life, including her continued work for Life Force, a proactive healthcare company, and her feelings of restlessness as she navigates her new reality.

00:17:20

Dotton's Experience on the Show

This Chapter delves into Dotton's experience on the show, highlighting the challenges of having no downtime and the constant presence of cameras. He shares his perspective on the show's production and the pressure to maintain a certain image.

00:39:04

Rapid Fire with Charity and Dotton

This Chapter features a fun rapid-fire segment where Charity and Dotton answer questions about their favorite date night activities, their pet peeves about each other, and their dream destination.

00:47:27

Favorite Things About Each Other

This Chapter focuses on Charity and Dotton sharing their favorite things about each other. Charity highlights Dotton's patience, while Dotton praises Charity's big heart and her natural ability to pour out love. They also discuss the importance of finding a balance between being kind and setting boundaries.

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Q&A

• How has Charity and Dotton's relationship evolved since the show ended?

  Charity and Dotton say their relationship has evolved into a more real and grounded connection, with the show's ending marking the beginning of their true relationship. They've had to navigate the challenges of fame and overnight success, finding a balance between their personal and professional lives.

• What advice did Charity's parents give her about marriage?

  Charity's parents, who have been married for 48 years, emphasized the importance of respect and treating each other well as the foundation of a strong relationship. They believe that these simple principles are essential for a lasting marriage.

• What are Charity and Dotton's favorite date night activities?

  Charity enjoys adventurous date nights, like going on roller coasters, while Dotton prefers more relaxed activities, like attending concerts. They both enjoy doing puzzles together, which helps them to relax and de-stress.

• What is Charity's dream destination?

  Charity's dream destination is Japan. She has always wanted to visit the country and experience its rich culture and cuisine.

• What is Dotton's biggest pet peeve about Charity?

  Dotton's biggest pet peeve about Charity is her tendency to get anxious about time constraints. He finds it endearing, but he also acknowledges that it can be a bit challenging at times.

• What is Charity's biggest pet peeve about Dotton?

  Charity's biggest pet peeve about Dotton is his habit of leaving paper towels around the house. She finds it a bit messy, but she understands that it's a habit he developed from growing up in a household where paper towels were considered a precious commodity.

• How did Charity and Dotton handle the pressure of being a couple in the public eye?

  Charity and Dotton acknowledge that they face pressure from the public regarding their wedding plans, but they try to ignore it and focus on their own timeline. They find it amusing that people view their lives as a video game and try to guide them towards certain milestones.

• What was the most challenging aspect of being on the show for Dotton?

  Dotton found it challenging to have no downtime on the show, as he was constantly being filmed and surrounded by people. He also felt pressure to maintain a certain image and to be entertaining for the cameras.

• What is Charity's biggest takeaway from her experience on The Bachelorette?

  Charity learned that it's important to stay grounded and to have a strong sense of self, even when faced with fame and overnight success. She also realized that it's important to find a balance between her personal and professional lives.

• What is Charity's current career path?

  Charity is still working for Life Force, a proactive healthcare company, and she is exploring her options for the future. She is finding herself a bit restless and is looking for new challenges and opportunities.

• What are Charity and Dotton's favorite things about each other?

  Charity admires Dotton's patience, which she finds essential in their relationship. Dotton, in turn, praises Charity's big heart and her natural ability to pour out love, but also expresses concern about her potential to be taken advantage of due to her kindness.

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