Heartstopper Season 2 Ep 3 Gay Reaction │ Awkward first date with Tao and Elle!

[@mandipandi303]

Charlie being so supportive of Nick waiting to come out when he's ready reminds me of what Heartstopper "fans" did to Kit Connor, and it makes me so sad and angry.

[@arshalam7354]

What they did.. Can u shed some light on it

[@Roci77]

Si... todavía me da mucha tristeza y rabia el recordar eso 😢 pobre Kit

[@JeccaJ]

​@@arshalam7354Kit hadn't publicly stated his sexuality, so some fans accused him of queerbaiting for attention. So he was forced to come out as bi.

[@arshalam7354]

@@JeccaJ that's really bad.. How can they bully him.. He is just 19..and a wonderful person

[@TheGav67]

Agreed. I’m actually glad Kit Connor & the gang are continuing this story, because in doing so, they are actually putting a spotlight 🔦 on those “fans” who pressured him. All of Nick’s stress responses are probably very similar to what Kit went through. Hopefully some of those aggressive “fans” will see what they did was totally out of line… that they were, in fact, just as bad as Nick’s brother David. UGHHH.

[@NickNelsons_bigsis]

Nick being the big brother to Imogen that David isn't to him is sad and beautiful at the same time.

[@lorenzoguerrero7520]

We have to thank Nick's mum, Sarah.

[@lola.vantress]

I think people brush over the fact that charlie got outed in the previous year and never got the choice of when he got to come out so everything he is doing for Nick is a reflection of his choice being taken from him.

[@joshlopez8905]

If you guys thought the last scene between Nick and Charlie is beautifully done, wait until you see the last scene of the series finale. Love you guys.

[@oneish7454]

That little montage of Nick and Charlie kissing while 'good mates' is on screen always makes me laugh. Also Charlie and Isaac's reaction to Tao in the background is priceless, I love their expression's 😂

[@82evene]

The way the rugby lads give the long one the side eye clearly shows how they know, yes! And I love it, how they just give him room to tell them at his terms.

[@Ollevibev]

Charlie doesn’t have the exams as he’s the year below Nick

[@AmyAberrant]

Yep, he’s a “nerdy little year 10”

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I love the ‘Good Mates’ sequence. That was genius 😂

[@82evene]

I love how overall this series just gets a little more serious. Still this happy focus, but some more serious notes. They do a really great balance act in maturing here, in my books. That's why the novels were so successful, they have this wonderful journey from light hearted and innocence romance to more serious matters being tackled, without loosing the things that matter out of sight.

[@RaineInChaos]

I think they're taking great efforts to keep optimistic and try to care for the viewers as the subject gets heavier, instead of just like trauma dumping on us with nothing else to balance it out.

[@tommiller3017]

The scene at the end with Charley being so warm and wise and kind was one of the most beautiful love - or what should be- scenes ever. I'm always amazed at how they pick each other up when the other one falls. That's what true lovers do for each other. Gorgeous scene.

[@flobbyobby8681]

'There's gonna be drama in Paris' BOYS THERE IS SO MUCH DRAMA

[@PokhrajRoy.]

The fact that Tao put in so much effort into thinking about a first date is what I want my partner to be like.

[@BooksWithBenghisKahn]

“Can we throw him on the fire too please.” That line killed me-loving all your heartstopper reactions, it’s such a special show!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Darcy’s reactions to the most random things are consistently brilliant 😂

[@JackieRossLavender]

Miss Singh is an absolute queen! Completely agree that it's advice in school kids need to be hearing! Another great video guys ♥

[@tallactordude]

I always enjoy seeing your comments show up on other people’s reaction videos. Everyone who reacts brings in their own individual response to the show, and it’s always great to see a different perspective from one’s own.

[@JackieRossLavender]

@@tallactordude Thanks, Lane! Got to show my love and appreciation to my fellow creators out here doing great work ♥️

[@dianefurlong2911]

Love Miss Singh! It’s nice to see you here Jackie.

[@nenegrey2282]

I don't know if you guys know this, but after Season 1 came out, Kit Connor (our beloved Nick) was harrassed by the "fans" of the show for months, they accused him of queerbaiting (wtf?) and basically forced him to come out as bisexual on Twitter. Before that, he'd always said he was secure in his sexuality and didn't want to ever put a label on it publicly. But these "fans" completely missed the point of the show and harrassed an 18 YEAR OLD (he's currently 19!) to out himself in front of the whole world It was a huge deal, the cast and writers supported and defended him, the official Netflix Twitter account even changed its description to "We love you, Kit Connor" I don't know how much of the script for Season 2 had already been written, but maybe the fact that Charlie, Nick’s mom, the rugby coach keep reassuring Nick that he owes nobody this information about himself is a way to reiterate the writers’ support for Kit, and to call out the horrible “fans” that hurt him like this I feel like this whole season but this episode in particular really reflected what Kit must have felt in real life Or maybe the whole Season had already been written and I’m just delulu. But anyways, I imagine it must have felt nice for Kit to hear those things, see them on screen and experience them. I hope he felt validated and in a sense, vindicated Another sad tidbit is that the reason why Kit’s body is so different in S2 compared to S1 (Kit looked about 14 in S1 lol) is that “fans” kept comparing him to how Nick is in the comics (where he is a giant, much bigger than Charlie) so Kit felt pressured to start working out even more to live up to that :( This boy is only 19…

[@guillermosfamiliar]

Both Kit and Joe’s performances were incredible this season. It may seem a bit still, but I feel like a proud mom hah ❤

[@beans1030]

Nick, Ben, Harry, Imogen, Tori, Elle, Darcy & Tara are in year 11 and Charlie, Tao, & Isaac are in year 10, that's why they don't all have exams

[@PokhrajRoy.]

19:58 We all just assumed he was Aroace. He didn’t NEED partners to have conflicts. His conflict was which book to start reading.

[@bellarose5978]

I think some of it came from Issac not being in the books but another friend was who was aroace. But yeah, he's too busy reading, and books are better!

[@mmtittle]

@@bellarose5978aled actually isn’t aroace, he was demi!

[@kengel100]

7:07 when Alex describes “the whole point of school” 😂💜

[@christophthaler1246]

Isn't it great, how Heartstopper works? More than 6 millions off views in the first week! It's a show about the life. And it's special to me that they haven't got to use special effects, parties with drugs and alcohol or sex-scenes or extraordinary dramas. And in the same time Heartstopper doesn't tell a unrealistic sweet romance, where aren't issues. Great reaction, I love how you discuss about it!

[@johnking5174]

Linear TV shows would kill for 6 million views. This is why I love streaming services, they have the advantage to take the time, effort and money into producing drama that doesn't have to be rushed, or has to act within the norms of regular linear TV. This is why I adore Heartstopper. Main reason why last year I signed up to Netflix.

[@christophthaler1246]

Mee too. I literally signed up after having watched so many things on KZbin about Heartstopper and reading the comics.

[@johnking5174]

@@christophthaler1246 Same here, I saw so much about it I had to sign up, and I have not regretted it. Netflix has a lot I like

[@wavy6617]

Charlie is honestly such an angel and he takes on so much for everyone around him 💔

[@elodiemoriceau7562]

"Can we throw him in the fire too?" I cackled 😂 I love watching your reactions to Heartstopper, they are always so funny but also meaningful, and I guess it's due to your friendship (you seem like incredible friends who have fun together and can talk about everything) 🥰

[@tallactordude]

I love that the shot of Tao and Elle in the cinema looks very much like a still from a Wes Anderson movie.

[@sandrinecelestin2581]

he also participated in the making of "moonrise kingdom" the movie ,they are watching.

[@ben-andyhein7497]

Nick's first "Charlie-like alternate reality moment": Season 1 Ep 4 Secret. On the rugby pitch, Charlie has been taken down by #14 and is lying in the mud, in the rain, shaking and alone. Nick is literally and visually STUCK between Charlie's friends and Nick's "friends" who are shown on either side of Nick who's staring at Charlie, stunned and horrified that he's probably hurt and it's "all Nick's fault" for getting him into rugby in the first place [even if he didn't quite realize what his true motivation was at the time as even before the kiss he's already saying, to Charile, that he just likes "being" with him and even his Mum has noticed that he's more himself when he's around Charlie, not like his "other" friends]. This is one of the strongest visual images showing Nick's quandary. And he replays the scene the morning after the kiss in Charlie's front hall where he asks if they can keep it a secret "at school" [which the school rugby team is obviously an extension of, perhaps the most intense extension of all as the rugby lads constitute the majority of Nick's friend group and are the actual foundation of his title as "the rugby king"]. In Nick's alternate version, Charlie says yes, but grudgingly. But in our objective view of that moment in the hallway, just before Char gives Nick the Ukraine umbrella, symbolizing that they are now the two halves of the whole as Nick's color is blue and Charlie's is yellow, Charlie is measured but fully agreeing, not in the least grudging. S1E4 is where we first see that Nick replays things in his head and not necessarily accurately but rather influenced by the emotions, especially guilt, he's feeling at the moment. He too has the voice in the back of his head telling him he's shit. Perhaps installed by his big brother David, perhaps Dad, perhaps both and it's when he's in the lovely caring, accepting space given to him by his mother Sarah [everyone's fav mother Liv Coleman], that he's able to rationally assess what's going on both inside and outside of himself.

[@unpetitpingouinsauvage6]

"Can we throw him on the fire too?" I literally ate my pillow to stay silent but I'm just bursting out laughing 🤣🤣🤣

[@hsfan876]

“no be YOUUUU… oh not that version of you 😬” HAHAHHA THAT KILLED ME

[@TheblondeKrista]

2:13 Well this is adorable 🥰 We love supportive friends!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Getting caught by a teacher (kissing) would liberate my soul from my body 😂

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Good luck with the Running for a Cause! 👏🏽

[@daybydaylet]

I really enjoyed this episode guys! The discussion around burning your GCSE notes had me laughing my ass off!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

We learned a lot about ionic compounds and submitting assignments 5 minutes before the due time.

[@lauracassels3320]

What Charlie says about it being expected for you to come out like you owe all your straight friends and family is so true. When I watched that I had to pause and just breathe because it really rang true.

[@lilaberlisa]

in essence the panic attack Nick went through at the bonfire is similar to when he was sitting his Maths exam, the squirly and darkness, as much as he comes across confident and sure of himself , we all have insecurities and such. I also still have my GCSE German, A Level and my Uni degree notes lol

[@CalDeanOffical]

The way you guys fought over the school books was hilarious 😂😂

[@GirlLovesFairytale]

I love the conversation at the end. Because it feels like the first time Charlie doesn't try to hide his feeling around the coming out part. You can be suportive of someone but also get a little hurt by that same thing. Does feelings can exist next to each other and it's okay.

[@carleytimmerman6451]

I love that the art teacher (I know his name but I didn’t want to spell it out because I would butcher it if I tried) is sort of a mentor/role model for Charlie to go to when he needs, and Mrs. Singh is Nick’s mentor/role model. I think it’s incredibly fitting

[@tombottomley7778]

I usually skim over a lot of the straight dialogue... But his rugby mates trying to make it right on the practice pitch but "Struggling" to say the right thing just makes my heart melt.... if only we were all so lucky to have friends like that growing up! Just Being Ok With Us #Ally

[@lauracassels3320]

Oh, and Isaac's idea of a date is HEAVEN to me! Books and cafe sounds perfect!

[@sophiea.m.4664]

You guys always have my favourite reaction videos. It sounds silly but it feels like watching a show with friends so thank you!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I had a Coach Singh like figure in school and I miss that. Then again, I wasn’t sporty for a reason.

[@johnking5174]

Episode 3 was a very emotional episode. I like how they built up the first date between Elle and Tao, as I just felt Tao just wasn't right on the date. I had a bad feeling it wouldn't go well, and I was right. The pressure Nick felt on coming out to his friends is exactly how I felt at that age. You just want everyone to know, so this huge weight could be lifted off your shoulders, but it was always trying to find the right moment. I know how he feels there.

[@ben-andyhein7497]

Re: "not very good at physical interaction" ~ Whereas Nick is absolutely excellent at casual physical interactions. Think of season 1, Ep 1. He pats Charlie on the back in the locker room, he gives Char's arm a squeeze after the Ben "piss off". He touches his hair after the haircut, can hardly look at the drums when he's sharing the stool with Charlie, he nearly holds his hand when the sparks first fly and he checks to see if that's a real thing and his proper gay crisis begins. And then he hugs him for actually 14 seconds [not 10 as Charlie says but that's just because time sorta stopped for him right then] after telling him that he looks so cuddly like that and can't even look at him again before he leaves. He's really got it bad and that's very, very good. And he takes Char's hand when he's told that Ben got pushed into a wall and has probably gotten the message [landshark, NO, he didn't] and he uses it to drag Char through the crowd looking for someplace "quieter". And ALL of those things make Charlie brave enough to ask Nick 7 questions that lead to a kiss, but before Nick answers the last one, Charlie reaches out and touches Nick's hand. Sparks fly. That's talking to Nick in Nick's love language, physical touch [or intimacy expressed as physical touch because Nick is actually rather extraordinarily in touch with his feelings and able to express them for a 16 year old]. Charlie's is probably "service", being "useful or helpful". And these themes extend into S2, but I don't want to spoil any surprises!

[@lynnhettrick7588]

9:43 Charlie and Tao are a year younger than Nick and Elle. I assumed they didn't have exams because they weren't Year 11.

[@makncheese9628]

This episode was amazing. I'm still so impressed by your guys'self restraint. I can't wait to see your guys reaction to episode 4. 🩵 I want all of them like rn I love your reactions sm

[@Dearamber69]

It’s going to be so good

[@makncheese9628]

I'm so excited to watch it

[@Dearamber69]

@@makncheese9628 same

[@ToriC1808]

100%

[@Littlesinger903]

Aaaaaa it’s so good so far

[@Dearamber69]

@@Littlesinger903 yeah loving it

[@blondzusje]

I love the outfits of all the characters this season! Tao is looking FINEEEEEE.

[@isobelbickerstaff5219]

You two are the only Reactions I never miss for Heartstopper. Please hurry up and get to the last episode!

[@MM-fe9mz]

It's so sweet how much Charlie doesn't Nick's coming out to be stolen from him like happened to him.

[@vitaflood6677]

The date was SO awkward I physically couldn't watch😭

[@macalahprince]

Omg red white and royal blue is out tomorrow !!

[@unpetitpingouinsauvage6]

Alex wearing the most appropriate shirt to watch Heartstopper, I love it

[@henryriley4958]

Always enjoy your reactions! 🥹 Btw is one for Red, White & Blue on the way to YT very soon? 👀✨

[@andrewr549]

The spiral curriculum thing - so so true. And the bonfire emissions thing. So on point! I guess if they’re not taking those A levels, sure, but… carbon emissions!!! Ack! Lovely reaction, as always

[@J_Mock92]

I love mini-golf as a first date! Or at an ice-skating or roller-skating rink! Picnics are great too (as long as my allergies aren't acting up), but can be a little too intimate sometimes, depending on the person and situation. I'm all for more casual first dates, as opposed to "dinner and a movie," or something, and tend to prefer when there's other people around for some reason... not like a club or anything, but I guess having other people around to potentially interact with just gives that extra little sense of security, so that I don't feel as much pressure or awkwardness, and can have those genuine moments of connection develop more organically between my date and I. Idk if that makes sense. Bowling is a great double or triple date as well, because it's just hella fun lol

[@sarahpocock1885]

Hi guys, love Ur videos they make me laugh a lot. I think the scene in episode on where nick and Charlie are in the changing room and Charlie gives nick his favourite chocolate bar I think had to be one of my favourites ❤

[@siennabeaton9292]

you guys made my gay with this update, I need the reactions to the coming episodes ASAPPPPPP

[@hannahvmh]

the reason charlie wasn’t doing any exams was because he is a year younger than nick!

[@lizhowarth2398]

I love your reactions, you two are adorable! I love this show so much - I came out as bisexual at 17, I'm now 34 (now identifying as pansexual) but Nick's struggles still resonate so hard. I agree about timelines though - in series 1 he seems to take about a week to work himself out, while it took me 3 years 😅

[@jner7149]

I have so much love for the overarching message throughout S2 that no one owes anyone else their sexuality. I have so many friends who are LGBTQ+ and have seen just how much of an impact coming out can be, be it a positive or negative experience and every one of them that's watched Heartstopper have all said the same sort of thing, that they wished they'd had a show like it when they were figuring themselves out so that they could see that actually, they didn't owe anyone anything when it came to their sexuality. ❤

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Quote of the Day: “You are such a dad. Honestly.”

[@mxrdersimulator]

ik there's a good chance nick genuinely did have heatstroke or smthn like his mum said, but i'm one of those people who experiences anxiety as a physical symptom - sometimes i can tell i'm anxious, but other times i just feel genuinely physically unwell and only figure it out once i'm away from the stressor and start feeling better. i know that's likely not what was intended here, but it made me feel kinda seen anyway - i've definitely panicked in similar ways to nick and had to go home after to feel ok again also, on the rugby coach - i LOVED that scene! the first person outside of my close friends and a few family members to find out i'm trans was my spanish teacher. he just hummed, nodded, then asked who knew. i told him the names of my friends that knew, and he said "so i shouldn't say anything to the other teachers, then? okay." and moved on. that was it. he always called me by my name and pronouns in class (my class knew already by then) but never ever outed me, and only indicated that he knew already to the other teachers when i changed my name on the system. he was my favourite teacher for a million reasons, but that was one that rlly stuck w me. if mr deberque happens to ever read this (which i doubt, but ynever know) - thank you, so much! i will genuinely never forget how safe that made me feel.

[@martynmoxley9819]

When at the end Charlie tells Nick that he wants people to know he is his boyfriend it is clear that Nick has already fallen asleep in his arms, exhausted by the strain of the day and relieved that the self-imposed pressure to come out has been taken off by an act of loving generosity. The whole of Kit and Joe’s performances are short through with these telling moments.

[@dianefurlong2911]

Josh and Alex, thanks for another great video! Josh Congrats on your upcoming Half Marathon. I love how you’re also Paying It Forward by donating to Stonewall Housing.

[@canny_linguist]

Best of luck for the half marathon! Great upload again both, I really love and appreciate the in depth analysis, it's so refreshing.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

When I first saw Tao being iconic outside the school, I was giggling and squealing because it was superb 🔥 P.S. William Gao has impeccable style.

[@TheGav67]

It’s also EXACTLY what all those rom-com movie 📽️ characters do… which is likely where Tao got that inspiration. 🎬

[@Nehmi]

Gawd, I love these boys reactions and commentary. So intelligent and insightful. And by watching their reaction to the last conversation in this episode, Alex and Josh will be puddles by the end of the season.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

21:05 Charlie being a certified baddie (Part 1)

[@traehdaed]

Excited for you to see the drama that awaits in Paris 😄👀

[@alyssasanchez6745]

7:54 this is the moment you knew you were right from the veryyyy beginning 😂

[@cazlaming]

Charlie is in year 10 that’s why he’s not doing GCSEs, Charlie, Tao and Issac are in year 10 and everyone else are in year 11

[@canny_linguist]

People be forgetting there's a couple of months between Nick and Charlie

[@janeldavis905]

Alex arguing that the whole point of school is having a place for kids to do debaucherous things 🤣

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Charlie is really articulate. It veers into science fiction because no one is THAT clear but he’s good at dropping truth bombs.

[@canny_linguist]

One little thing I'm a little annoyed about is how good Charlie has gotten at sticking up for himself... but he's also his worst critic 😢

[@AudoPlay]

@@canny_linguist I mean that's pretty normal. Like here he isn't sticking up for himself, he's sticking up for Nick. Often people find they have more courage to stick up for people they care about when they wouldnt otherwise stick up for themselves.

[@canny_linguist]

@@AudoPlay Yes absolutely, in the same way sometimes it's easier to find something nice to say about someone else than yourself. I worry about how vulnerable he is, but also how much pressure all his problems are putting on Nick as well. He's going through a lot too. I do love how supportive they are of each other but my word that's a lot of expectation on both boys.

[@wallyhodges]

From America and I love you guys. Ur so funny and cute....

[@galathynius_aelin]

i love Heartstopper and I love ur reactions so much. its really interesting to see your perspectives of you being gay, because i am not. i have/had other thoughts and reactions on special scenes, but thats great and normal because we are other people. WHAT i wanted to say is that i also think that the last scene of this epsiode is so goregous. I was so thankful for Charlie that he told Nick to "forget" the Coming Out plan because you know it is really stressful which it shouldn't. Also i was so happy and proud of Charlie that he said his wish is to being open as a couple. I am so proud because Charlie prioritizes his needs and doesn't shut up about it. I think that is a step forward for Charlie because he needs to learn that it is totally okay to talk about your wishes although it is difficult. ❤ And could it be that Nick falls asleep while Charlie was talking about the fact that he wants to be an open couple? if yes, then damn, Charlie said something really important. 💀(but i am sure Nick is aware of that so it isn't that bad.)

[@steam_jane5580]

Good luck with the running, I hope it goes well. Just starting the reaction, all ways intresting to hear your opinions, I like your heartstopper reactions.

[@1MayoCat]

This season is so good cant wait to see you guys react to the Paris trip ❤

[@davidcady630]

By far my favourite show!!!!!!❤

[@PokhrajRoy.]

The way Tara was backpedaling, she could’ve participated in the Tour de France.

[@Pixies-d1s]

Guys you got to watch the remaining 5 episodes and also so reaction video for Red White and royal blue. Pls

[@AbigailMaude]

You guys are so beautiful, I’m a new subscriber and I absolutely adore your content, it is so uplifting and funny, keep it up. I love your reaction to this episode, I have already seen all of heartstopper but your reactions were everything and they were so heartwarming ❤❤

[@ATQ_118]

i love your reactions you guys could low key do stand up lol

[@gigiloveyeah]

Charlie stood up to Harry ❤period

[@ulisesvalladares6801]

“I don’t think anyone is defending the brother are they? are you?” Yeah y’all really need to read the books cause ain't no one defending David 😂 at least read them before you carry on or at least before season 3 comes out

[@Katlightwood]

Red white and Royal blue just came out! Pls watch after this

[@LamarA1023]

Charlie didn’t have exams because he’s a year 10, nick is a year older than him ❤, I love all you guys reactions btw and I just love the representation we’re getting

[@AmyAberrant]

Can’t wait til you see Mr Farouk’s story!

[@SophieFry-j6l]

Hi! Im a new follower and was wondering what the relationship between you two is(friends, dating, siblings, ect.)? love your videos by the way

[@macalahprince]

LOVED THIS

[@KavvaBic]

I shall live to shuffle popcorn like that 😮. You guys are amazingly honest and funny. Keep it up pls. P.S. Alex is hawt 😊

[@cathymills4175]

I've been waiting for this. I love your reactions ❤ If you have the time, are you able to do some reactions for 911 Lonestar? Such a great love story, my favorite show 🙂

[@ineskoivisto]

today is my birthday, so this is the perfect 18th birthday present!!!! excited to watch this 🎉

[@oliviam7022]

Happy birthday 🎉

[@ineskoivisto]

@@oliviam7022 thank you!!!

[@counsellour]

What does Josh do for a living? I hope he will consider becoming a teacher. He would be so perfect. I would love to share a meeting with him where he reminds us all that you can't be doing debaucherous things in the rugby supply closet.

[@joshlopez8905]

Question for you guys. I’ve seen almost all your videos but I’m curious if you’ve heard or thought about reviewing Elite on Netflix?

[@PokhrajRoy.]

16:21 I mean, I wasn’t in a relationship and I didn’t submit stuff on time lol

[@kylejde]

If you guys ever, ever , ever come to NYC, i need to take you guys out for a drink.....

[@equestrian71]

I'll take Josh as my daddy any day. Lol ::hides eyes:: Sorry, sorry! You are both amazing.

[@freyaf5232]

Charlie wasn't doing exams because he's in the year below Nick Xx

[@PokhrajRoy.]

16:11 Best Couple at Movie Theatre Award

[@k1988smith]

Alex, I imagine people around you have a similar reaction to you not drinking tea, as they do to me as an American not liking bacon very much! One day I casually mentioned how putting bacon on Hamburger is not good and that bacon isn't all that great - one of my friends was like are you American?

[@AStoryWorthTelling]

🤣🤣🤣 we can be the outcasts together!

[@alexlauzon9087]

Try being a French Canadian not eating poutine

[@k1988smith]

@@alexlauzon9087 I've never had that specific dish or the American version of it. I've cheese potatoes or fries but never with gravy.