Podcast Summary: Good Guys – "No STDs in Heaven with Nicole Byer"

Podcast Information:

• Title: Good Guys
• Host/Authors: Josh Peck (actor & writer) and Ben Soffer (entrepreneur & social media icon)
• Episode: No STDs in Heaven with Nicole Byer
• Release Date: February 24, 2025
• Description: Hosted by Josh Peck and Ben Soffer, the "Good Guys" podcast delves into a wide array of topics with humor and candid conversations, featuring guests from various backgrounds.

1. Welcoming Nicole Byer

• [00:32] Josh Peck introduces Nicole Byer, expressing honor in having her on the show.
• [00:37] Nicole Byer: "I don't really understand football, but..."

2. Super Bowl and Sports Enthusiasm

• Discussion on the cultural phenomenon of the Super Bowl:
  • Nicole shares her confusion over the excitement surrounding football, especially among straight men.
  • [01:07] Josh Peck: "It's male soap opera sports. It is. It's our soap opera."
  • [23:32] Nicole Byer: Criticizes the behavior of booing Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl, emphasizing respect for artists.

3. Personal Stories and Health Topics

• Dental Features:

  • Conversation about underbites and natural teeth.
  • [01:45] Nicole Byer: "I like real teeth..."

• Weight Loss and Medications:

  • Discussion on Ozempic and Tirzepatide (Manjaro), including side effects like binge eating.
  • [03:25] Ben Soffer: "I'm a big nailed it fan..."
  • [04:54] They describe their experiences with these medications, highlighting both benefits and challenges.
  • [04:00] Nicole Byer: "That's what I feel like. It's delightful..."

• Josh Peck’s Dental Correction:

  • Josh shares a personal story about fixing his wife's underbite with Invisalign.
  • [02:03] Josh Peck: "My wife had a whack tooth and she fixed it for our wedding..."

4. Food, Binge Eating, and Culinary Adventures

• Binge Eating Experiences:

  • Ben and Nicole discuss their own struggles with binge eating, particularly focusing on healthy foods like yogurt and broccoli.
  • [04:54] Ben Soffer: "Mine is identical, except at the very end, I look at myself in the mirror and contemplate suicide."

• Cooking Mishaps:

  • Nicole recounts her over-salting of noodles, leading to wasted food.
  • [08:19] Nicole Byer: "I watched a video where these chefs were like, you got to over salt the water..."

• Favorite Foods and Recipes:

  • The trio shares their favorite dishes and cooking preferences, including spinach artichoke dip, macaroni salad, and various desserts.
  • [16:34] Ben Soffer: "I made Crunchwrap Supremes from scratch..."
  • [53:32] Nicole Byer: Discusses perfect breakfast options like acai parfait bowls.

5. Relationships and Dating

• Nicole’s Relationship Insights:

  • Nicole talks about her experiences with dating, emphasizing respect and privacy.
  • [32:35] Nicole Byer: "I was in a situationship for like a year and a half..."

• Josh’s Relationship Story:

  • Josh shares a humorous anecdote about dating someone who preferred sleeping on the sofa due to his flatulence from eating eggs.
  • [47:00] Ben Soffer: "They were laying down the story..."

6. Celebrity and Personal Anecdotes

• Josh Peck’s Mistaken Identity with Chris Evans:
  • Josh narrates receiving incorrect emails intended for another Josh Peck, who is Chris Evans’ assistant.
  • [57:38] Josh Peck: "I am not the Josh Peck you're looking for..."
  • [60:53] Josh finally connects with the correct Josh Peck, ending the mix-up.

7. Social Commentary and Current Events

• Discontent with Media and Privacy:

  • The hosts express frustration over public discussions of deceased celebrities’ private lives.
  • [47:30] Josh Peck: "But I think it's kind of odd when a person can't defend themselves."

• Airline and Travel Gripes:

  • Critique of inconsistencies in airline services and fuel pricing strategies.
  • [66:23] Discussion on Costco’s gas pricing and lack of bulk options.

8. Final Segment: "What Are You Nuts?"

• Hosts and Guest Share Pet Peeves:

  • Ben Soffer: Complains about the aversion to cilantro in recipes.

    • [64:25] Ben Soffer: "What are you nuts is cilantro..."

  • Josh Peck: Frustration with overzealous Costco enthusiasts lining up at unusual times.

    • [65:36] Josh Peck: "My what are you nuts is Costco."

  • Nicole Byer: Highlights inconsistencies in clothing sizes and the frustration of unpredictable fits.

    • [66:25] Nicole Byer: "Why are we doing this to people?..."

Key Quotes:

• Josh Peck: "[What] are you nuts?" – A recurring humorous critique throughout the episode.
• Nicole Byer: "We're just the good of good of the good guys."
• Ben Soffer: "I love Caraway. All the products are fantastic. Highly recommend the nonstick pans."

Conclusion:

The episode "No STDs in Heaven with Nicole Byer" features an engaging and humorous dialogue between Josh Peck, Ben Soffer, and Nicole Byer. They navigate through personal anecdotes, health discussions, culinary adventures, and social commentaries, all while maintaining a light-hearted and entertaining atmosphere. The final segment, "What Are You Nuts?", encapsulates their candid frustrations with everyday oddities, leaving listeners with laughs and relatable content.

Note: This summary excludes all advertisement segments, focusing solely on the main content and discussions of the episode.