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'Love Is Blind' upends the dating show. Its creator explains its wildest choices

Ever been on a date and thought: I'd have more fun talking to a wall?

Netflix's new matchmaking reality show "Love Is Blind" brings that scenario to life - but with different intentions.

The series begins with 15 single men and 15 single women splitting off into pairs and getting to know each other, one on one, sight unseen: Each is in a "pod" separated by a wall. Think Catholic confessional meets Tinder.

Roughly 10 days later, after much gabbing, those who share a strong connection get engaged and meet for the first time before jetting off for a honeymoon-esque stay in Mexico. If the connection is still thriving - this being reality TV, it won't be drama-free - the couples then venture back into the real world, where they live together for four weeks, meeting family, friends and

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