A deleted scene from Love Is Blind Season 9 has revealed a pivotal early connection between Madison Maidenberg and Joe Ferrucci, who bonded over their past relationships during their very first pod date. The clip, released by Netflix on October 17, 2025, shows the couple sharing laughs and personal histories, including the funny coincidence that led to Madison’s witty remark, “All our exes live in Texas.”
The Flirty First Date
In the newly revealed pod scene, Madison and Joe’s chemistry is immediately apparent. Their conversation quickly moved beyond introductions into what they were each looking for in a partner. Madison shared that emotional intelligence was crucial for her, explaining she values words of affirmation.
She told Joe, “Somebody that is very emotionally intelligent. I love words of affirmation. Basically, you know, tell me you love me, tell me I’m pretty, give me all the pretty words, and then show me through your actions, right?”
Joe responded warmly to her directness, blushing when Madison complimented his “sexy voice.” The playful banter continued with Madison joking that she felt like a phone s*x operator, making Joe laugh. This easy, flirty exchange set the foundation for their connection, showing a lighter side of their relationship that viewers had not seen before.
Connecting Over Shared Pasts
The conversation took a more serious turn when the topic of past relationships and geography came up. Joe mentioned he had lived in San Antonio for three years, which prompted Madison’s memorable line about their exes both living in Texas.
When Joe asked if her former partners lived there too, Madison confirmed that was why she had lived in Houston two years ago with an ex. This shared experience of past loves in the same state created a moment of recognition between them.
Joe then opened up about his own significant past relationship, revealing it had lasted five years and that the couple had been engaged. He confessed, “We were engaged at the time, and…and, uh, broke it off. My heart wasn’t behind it. I was never as excited as I think I should have been. Like, I’m getting married to somebody, and I should be super excited and happy.”
Madison related to his feelings, sharing a similar experience where she discovered a boyfriend was planning to propose but realized the excitement wasn’t there for her either. This mutual understanding of failed past engagements and the importance of genuine excitement seemed to deepen their budding connection.
Behind the Scenes of the Breakup
While their pod connection was strong, Madison and Joe’s relationship faced challenges after the reveal. In a recent podcast appearance, Madison disclosed that their televised breakup was staged for the cameras after the actual split happened off-camera.
The real breakup occurred after Joe left during a tux-fitting appointment and told Madison, “You’re not it. I’m going to say no at the altar.” Producers captured what viewers saw as the climax of their relationship the following morning, with the couple reenacting emotional beats for the show’s narrative.
Madison explained the process, noting that the scene was modified for the show’s plot while the couple’s genuine emotions, disagreements, and choices remained real. This contrast between production reality and emotional reality provides insight into how the show structures its plot around actual events.
The Ring and the Aftermath
After their split, Madison decided to keep her engagement ring. During an October 16 appearance on the “Love to See It” podcast, she confirmed, “I did, yes. No question about where the ring goes at this point.”
She described the moment she took off the ring during their breakup conversation as a turning point. “I guess the moment that I felt like it was truly done was when I took my ring off,” Madison shared. “I was like, ‘I guess, I shouldn’t be wearing this anymore. This conversation isn’t going to go anywhere else. I’m not going to get any answers to this, and I need to begin my healing journey.’”
Joe has since reiterated that he and Madison simply weren’t the right fit. He explained his perspective on their relationship challenges, noting that Madison seemed completely invested while he had growing concerns and anxieties. He described reaching a “breaking point” during tux shopping that made him realize he couldn’t continue with the wedding.
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