The Dating Ring founders enter the turbulent world of fundraising and it’s nothing like they imagine. They get an offer on demo day, but one that forces them to make a difficult decision.

The following weeks are full of exhilarating success, crushing rejection, and tough questions — including ones they have to ask themselves.

Emma writes about a bad experience with an investor. A new gossip app called Secret stirs up controversy.  And Lauren gets some advice that leads her to a humbling realization about the company’s future.

And, in just a few weeks, we’ll be launching a new show here at Gimlet Media. Check out the promo here!