Mason Horacek Knows He Did Love Is Blind All Wrong

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It seems that individuals named Mason, Madison, Megan, Molly, and others with names starting with ‘M’ didn’t find love success on the latest season of “Love Is Blind,” correct? Among these M-named contestants, Mason Horacek was the only one who left the show without a partner. Despite juggling multiple relationships in the pods, he was the only one to return home alone.

Horacek, resembling the cinematographer/Joe Alwyn look-alike and the master of Halloween costumes, had expressed commitment to Madison Errichiello. However, after she ended their relationship without even tasting the pie he sent over, Horacek retracted his statement. In the men’s lounge and later on his date with Meg Fink, he admitted that he felt it wasn’t right when he made that promise. Unfortunately, by the time he realized this, the damage had already been done.

Despite sharing an interest in alien conspiracy theories with Meg Fink and giving her those nervous “butt tingles,” she couldn’t trust that she was anything more than a backup for him. Horacek, who chatted with Vulture just before the eighth season premiered on Netflix, remains firm about his storyline.

Are you a bit anxious before watching the upcoming episodes, even though you already know what’s going to happen? It’s quite unnerving to reexperience events and see yourself on screen again.

In your podcast discussions with Meg and Madison, viewers may notice some suggestive questions being asked, giving off an impression that there were many subtle sexual references.

Does the portrayal of your dating style seem true-to-life for you, or does it surprise you that it’s mentioned frequently in the editing process? Frankly, I can’t believe it will make it into the final cut, but that’s how I operate when it comes to dating. If I feel comfortable with someone, and they’re comfortable with me, I’m open to fully committing to such relationships.

From my perspective as a devoted cinema enthusiast, among Meg and Madison, it’s Madison who more closely resembles the kind of lady I typically find myself drawn to.

And what is that type?
Someone who I’m just not as compatible with as I’d like to be.

Yes, Alex, who was also seeing Madison, was indeed one of my good friends within our groups. He’s an amazing guy and made friends easily with almost everyone there due to his cheerful nature. We all bonded quite well because we shared such a unique experience together. The pods were like a brotherhood, so it was wonderful to have companions who could relate to me on the same level.

Looking back on those conversations now, I didn’t realize it at the time, but it seems like we were unknowingly guiding him towards Madison who was planning to end things with me. It’s a strange feeling to revisit those moments knowing what we didn’t know then.

Were you hoping for some advance notice? Not really, as I believe Alex didn’t do anything incorrectly. We were all in the process of finding a solution, and I feel there wasn’t much of a right or wrong in this situation.

In reality, I was dealing with internal conflicts that viewers may not be aware of. I claimed I didn’t feel pressured, but the truth is that I did feel some pressure, especially in that specific environment. The cameras played a role in amplifying my feelings and actions. However, what truly troubled me was the situation itself: I had never dated two girls simultaneously before, and it was overwhelming for me. As someone who tends to please others, if someone pushed me towards a certain decision, I would cave and give the response they expected. Balancing feelings for two girls at once left me confused and distressed. I knew that making such a commitment on the spot was a big deal, but I said it anyway, then felt trapped by my words. This was unfair to Meg, of course.

It seemed like Meg was the ideal choice for me at the time, even as I was speaking about her. In fact, the moment I mentioned her name, my mind raced, thinking, “Why on earth did you say that? You’re putting Meg in jeopardy by saying this!” It was a difficult predicament, as I felt compelled to offer more, but at the same time, I didn’t want to lose Meg because we fit together so well. I was still grappling with my feelings and wasn’t entirely sure of my decision when I made that commitment prematurely.

In simpler terms, you earlier told me and others that you had a clear ‘number one’ in your romantic life. However, it seems like what you meant was that you had two potential ‘numbers one,’ not just one definite one. When we met on that day, I don’t believe you had made up your mind about who that ‘number one’ was. This is how the conversation might have unfolded during the show, as it was still a confusing situation for you back then.

It strikes me now that Meg appears to be the individual with whom you felt a stronger connection. Can you recall when you first sensed this? [laughs] Honestly, most of our dates just seemed effortless. We skipped the prompts and simply conversed naturally, without needing any guidance. She shared things with me that no one else knows, which was incredible because it confirmed our unique bond. In hindsight, our compatibility was almost palpable, even if it wasn’t immediately obvious at the time.

I’d prefer if others understood that I’m not an expert in handling situations like this. I regret not trusting my instincts more, concentrating better, and not rushing into assumptions before speaking out as I did.

Madison seemed to be vague about her feelings towards me, apparently trying to maintain two relationships simultaneously. However, during the initial stages of our dating, she appeared genuinely interested in me and our bond felt strong. In hindsight, it does seem like her intentions might have been divided at some point, but I always believed that our connection was genuine. Navigating through such situations can indeed be challenging.

What made “Her” stand out for you in the podcasts? Well, Spike Jonze is nothing short of a genius in my opinion. Growing up as a skater before turning into a director, he embodies the dreams of every skateboard enthusiast. However, “Her” seems particularly relevant to us because it explores the idea of communicating with an artificial intelligence voice, which is essentially what we were doing, conversing as if there was someone on the other side of the wall. The film offers a unique perspective on getting to know someone based on their personality rather than their physical appearance or surroundings. It’s thought-provoking to draw parallels between that experience and our own. Ultimately, I believe the movie conveys an essential message: learning to love yourself is crucial because if the AI voice disappears, you are left with only yourself. This message resonates with what we discussed as well.

In the pods, did loving yourself come as a challenge at times? Not really, but expressing love from others can sometimes leave me perplexed.

If asked to choose a film that symbolizes each of your friendships, what movies would you select and why?
Meg might correspond to “Moulin Rouge”. Just like the beautiful, unrequited love story it portrays, our friendship has its own share of romance, but ultimately ends in a bittersweet conclusion. As for Madison, I can’t think of a specific movie that perfectly captures our relationship, but given she’s my usual type and someone I’ve known well, it would likely be a film I’ve watched multiple times – something familiar and comforting, like a rerun.

Does the way things transpired in the pods remind you of past experiences where you’ve stayed in relationships despite not getting the best deal, because you’re a hopeless romantic? You mentioned before that your exes usually broke up with you due to falling in love with someone else. Does this pattern feel familiar to you?
Yes, it does. I have a tendency to stick around even when things aren’t perfect with my partner because I’m so committed to the idea of love. I’ve found myself in similar situations before, where I didn’t want change even though it might not have been ideal for me. There were times when I felt like I was the problem, like I needed to do better. But in reality, that wasn’t always the case. The truth is, I had feelings for two girls during my time on the show, and I wanted to make both of them happy. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the purpose of the program, but it seems people will be entertained nonetheless.

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2025-02-15 17:54