Charity Lawson & Dotun Olubeko | Post-Bachelorette Journey & Love Story Updates!
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Keywords
Charity Lawson
Charity Lawson is an American television personality who rose to fame as the lead on the 20th season of The Bachelorette. She is known for her kind heart, her strong sense of self, and her commitment to finding true love. She is also a proactive healthcare advocate and works for Life Force, a company that promotes integrative functional medicine.
Dotton
Dotton is the fiancé of Charity Lawson, whom she met on the 20th season of The Bachelorette. He is a DJ and musician who is known for his fun-loving personality and his love of adventure. He is also a supportive partner to Charity and is navigating the challenges of fame and overnight success alongside her.
The Bachelorette
The Bachelorette is a reality television series on ABC where a single woman goes on dates with multiple men, ultimately choosing one to be her fiancé. The show is known for its dramatic storylines, its romantic moments, and its focus on finding true love. Charity Lawson was the lead on the 20th season of The Bachelorette.
Octavine
Octavine is a podcast hosted by Caitlin Bristo, a former Bachelorette, where she interviews former contestants and other guests from the Bachelor franchise. The podcast is known for its insightful conversations, its humorous moments, and its focus on the behind-the-scenes aspects of the show.
New York City
New York City is a bustling metropolis known for its iconic landmarks, its diverse culture, and its fast-paced lifestyle. Charity and Dotton recently moved to New York City after their engagement on The Bachelorette. They are adjusting to life in the city and are embracing the challenges and opportunities that come with it.
Life Force
Life Force is a proactive healthcare company that promotes integrative functional medicine. Charity Lawson works for Life Force and is passionate about their mission to help people live healthier lives. The company offers a variety of services, including nutritional counseling, functional medicine testing, and personalized health plans.
DJ
A DJ (disc jockey) is a person who plays recorded music for an audience, typically at a nightclub, a party, or a radio station. Dotton is a DJ and musician who is known for his love of music and his ability to create a fun and energetic atmosphere. He is also a supportive partner to Charity and is navigating the challenges of fame and overnight success alongside her.
Rapid Fire
Rapid fire is a game or a segment in which participants are asked a series of questions quickly, often in a humorous or lighthearted manner. In this episode of Octavine, Caitlin Bristo plays a rapid-fire game with Charity and Dotton, asking them questions about their favorite date night activities, their pet peeves about each other, and their dream destination.
CMA Fest
CMA Fest is a large country music festival held annually in Nashville, Tennessee. It is known for its live performances, its fan events, and its celebration of country music. Charity and Dotton attended CMA Fest together last year, shortly before their engagement aired on The Bachelorette.
Zogchid Meditation
Zogchid meditation is a form of meditation that focuses on cultivating mindfulness and awareness. It is a practice that can help to reduce stress, improve focus, and promote emotional well-being. Charity Lawson practices zogchid meditation and credits it with helping her stay grounded and calm in high-pressure situations.
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.
Show Notes
#748. Kaitlyn Bristowe welcomes season 20 Bachelorette star, Charity Lawson and her fiancé, Dotun Olubeko. Get ready for an inside look at their love story, filled with candid revelations on navigating their relationship post-show, sharing insights on staying grounded and maintaining a strong bond amid the pressures of fame.
From hilarious Bachelor bio mix-ups to Kaitlyn’s own reality TV confessions, this episode is packed with unforgettable stories. Charity discusses the importance of trusting her intuition and finding her purpose after the cameras stop rolling, while Dotun opens up about the unexpected challenges of being in the spotlight.
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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
- (1:00 ) - Charity and Dotun react to the hilarious Bachelor bios.
- (7:27 ) - The couple discusses the reality of their relationship post-show.
- (17:02 ) - Charity opens up about the hardest part of being the Bachelorette.
- (22:41 ) - How they remain humble and patient under high-pressure situations.
- (44:10 ) - Charity and Dotun reveal their biggest pet peeves about each other!
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