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Love Is Blind Denver’s Mike just revealed the REAL reason he ‘said yes’ to doing the show

We're not sure he's really redeeming himself here

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ByHelen Williams

6th October 2025, 11:57

Mike Brockway has quickly become one of the most talked-about cast members of Love Is Blind season nine, and honestly, it’s easy to see why.

Between his playful banter in the pods and the little sparks (and controversies) he’s stirred on social media, Mike has kept everyone on their toes. But now, he’s finally opening up about why he really decided to jump into the experiment, and it’s a bit deeper than you might think.

Mike’s Already Causing a Stir

If you’ve been watching the pods, you know Mike isn’t shy about letting his personality shine. He’s the guy who brings energy, cracks a joke, and isn’t afraid to lean into some flirtatious fun.

Early on, he was chatting up Megan, Kacie, and Annie/Anastasia, and yes, some people even labelled him a “playboy.” He admits in a recent Instagram post that this really made him laugh.

But outside the pods, Mike’s presence has been just as noticeable. His IG has people buzzing, some are chatting about his pod antics, while others have raised eyebrows over his professional life.

Either way, Mike seems to be thriving on the conversation he’s sparking, whether it’s in the show or online. He’s definitely one of those personalities that doesn’t blend into the background.

Mike’s real reason for going on Love Is Blind

So, why really did Mike say yes to joining Love Is Blind? According to a recent Instagram post, it wasn’t just about the dating drama or hoping for a fairytale ending.

Mike says it was all about testing whether true connection could happen purely through conversation, no looks, no status, no outside distractions, just honest, real talk.

He basically wanted to see if the experiment really could work… regardless of whether he found a partner?!

Of course, he admits he had a little fun with it, too. That playful energy he brought to the pods? Totally intentional.

“I just wanted to make up for the fact that we could not see each other face to face so I leaned into some banter and had fun with it,” he wrote.

And that’s exactly the vibe we got, someone who’s enjoying the journey, even if it means being called a playboy along the way.

Mike also shared how grateful he is for the whole experience, the friendships, the conversations, and all the behind-the-scenes memories.

And for folks hungry for even more insight, he teased that he’ll be sharing extra reflections in his broadcast channel. So if you’re dying for the inside scoop on the pods, coach Mike’s got you covered.

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