The White House, The Real Housewives, and Engagement Storytime - Good Guys

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A (0:00)

Mazamarans. Welcome back to the Good guys podcast.

B (0:03)

Josh, did you see that our sweet, beautiful boy O. Spearlman almost got clipped last week, bro.

A (0:08)

I tried to get him on the pod, but our. Our dear, dear Donald Trump. I mean. Oh, it's Perlman. I mean, mine fuhrer.

B (0:20)

Donald.

A (0:20)

No, I'm cracking up.

B (0:23)

Hey, you good? Oh, thank God. Want to come on the podcast?

A (0:26)

You already know. You already know. I immediately was like, dog, we got to hear it because at the respondents dinner, it's awful. But there was an assassination attempt, and O's Perlman, who was hosting it, was literally speaking to President Trump and the first lady as they were alerted that there was trouble afoot. And God, could ose be having just a crazier couple days after that happened. Can you imagine?

B (0:54)

What?

A (0:54)

No, What?

B (0:55)

I mean, you talk about incredible publicity. Now that he's okay, unbelievable press. I'm looking, I'm like, is that Oze? What is he doing there? Like, I never would have known that. And now the clips are just going viral of him doing magic or mentalist stuff. Not magic, sorry. Mental stuff. And my God, just. Honestly, he's very lucky both that he wasn't coming. You're right, Josh. You're right.

A (1:28)

I mean, what does this say about mentalism?

B (1:31)

Yeah, totally. What is it a. What is it? Fraud? Is he a fraud?

A (1:36)

Clearly. No, no, but.

B (1:38)

No, no, no, he can't be. Yeah, I saw that. I was like, oh, my ohs. That was a close one.

A (1:46)

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Summary

Good Guys Podcast — Episode Summary

Episode Title: The White House, The Real Housewives, and Engagement Storytime
Release Date: April 30, 2026
Hosts: Josh Peck and Ben Soffer
Network: Dear Media

Episode Overview

This lively episode of Good Guys dives into headlines from a near-tragic event at the White House Correspondents Dinner, the viral moments that followed, pop culture obsessions (from The Devil Wears Prada to Real Housewives drama and blockbuster biopics), financial fantasies, and personal milestones—including a heartwarming engagement story from producer Olivia. Rounding out the banter are their signature fast food and cocktail trivia, “moron mail” advice, and punchy “What Are You, Nuts?” gripes about modern life. As always, the chemistry between Josh and Ben keeps things light, quick, hilarious, and thoughtful.

Key Segments & Discussion Points

1. White House Correspondents Dinner & Viral Moments

[00:03 – 04:31]

Start with a joking recap of the attempted assassination at the White House Correspondents Dinner, where mentalist O's Perlman was performing for President Trump and the First Lady at the time of the chaos.
Viral moment: CAA agent Michael Glantz goes viral for being seen eating salad and refusing to get on the ground during the security sweep.
- Quote (Josh, 03:37): "He's a famous agent from CAA... He said, 'First of all, I have a bad back. I couldn't get on the floor... And number two, I'm a hygiene freak. There was no freaking way I was getting my new tux on the dirty Hilton floor.'"
Recap of how quickly the internet latches onto bizarre details from serious events.

2. Pop Culture & Entertainment Banter

[04:31 – 16:00]

The Devil Wears Prada:
- Ben is excited for the sequel, recalling his love for Stanley Tucci and mentioning Josh once auditioned for the original.
  - (Ben, 05:00): "This is where I first fell in love with the great Stanley Tucci. And now I wish to mirror my career after him."
- Joking around about “Polymarket” (a betting site for real-world events), discussing hypothetical odds for Josh landing a movie role.
Real Housewives Drama:
- Ben, dubbed the “Real Housewives King,” discusses recent reunion episodes and which controversial words might be mentioned.
- (Ben, 07:01): "There was a lot of fighting. I wonder if you can trade on Kyle and Dorit using the C word. I’m not going to say it... They say it, not me."
Met Gala Joke:
- Josh jokes the Met Museum could one day become a Costco due to funding challenges.
- (Josh, 07:38): "The last one before the Metropolitan Museum goes out of business and it becomes a Costco. Could you imagine?"
Michael Jackson Biopic:
- Surprised reaction at the film’s $220M global opening, strong fan reception but critical split (critic Rotten Tomatoes: 30s, audience exit score: 99%)
- Jafar Jackson (Michael’s nephew) stars; Miles Teller plays his lawyer, surprising Ben.
  - (Josh, 11:05): "It’s more of a concert film... and less diving into the psyche and nuance."
  - (Ben, 12:03): "Miles Teller’s having a good year... He’s fantastic."

3. Fantasies of Wealth & Generosity

[13:04 – 16:25]

Ben and Josh riff on what they’d do if they had an unexpected windfall, plotting which luxury gifts they’d buy for each other (boats, watches, cars).
- (Ben, 14:22): "If we sell Spritz Society for over $350 million, I’m getting you certainly a boat... maybe a Bugatti."
Notes of Jewish humor and the shared fantasy of how they’d help friends if they hit the jackpot.
- (Josh, 14:40): "You know when you feel storm clouds roll in. But these are good clouds... I’m gonna fantasize if I hit the lottery clouds."

4. Engagement Storytime: Olivia's Big Moment

[16:30 – 24:00]

Producer Olivia shares a heartfelt, detailed engagement story—including family hints, fake-outs by fiancé Ethan, and a beautifully orchestrated proposal in Cincinnati’s conservatory.
Touching detail: Proposal happened at the same spot Ethan’s grandparents got engaged.
- (Olivia, 17:53): "He pulled off right there for a moment. And he told me that his grandparents actually got engaged in that exact same spot."
Surprised after-party with friends and family.
Ben and Josh reflect on their own proposals—Ben with brand partners at Lincoln Center, Josh before a Paris trip.

5. Moron Mail: Toothbrushing Advice & Hygiene Dilemmas

[37:38 – 39:56]

Listener writes in with a problem: Her husband refuses to brush his teeth at night.
Josh admits to brushing only at night for long stretches; Ben credits his wife for upgrading him to twice-daily.
- (Ben, 38:29): "The tongue scraper is enormous... What smells is your tongue. Your teeth don’t smell."
Advice leans practical but blunt: Treat him like a child if that’s what it takes; give the gift of a tongue scraper.

6. Trivia Segments & Fast Food Talk

Unhealthiest Cocktails [33:25 – 36:49]

Ben and Josh try to name the top five most calorie-rich cocktails (spoiler: Margarita, White Russian, Pina Colada, Mudslide, Long Island Iced Tea).
- (Josh, 36:34): "Long Island Iced Tea—vodka, gin, rum, tequila, triple sec, and cola... Multiple spirits equals high alcohol load and sugar from mixers."

Cities That Eat the Most Fast Food [43:39 – 52:38]

The top five: #5 Detroit, #4 Memphis, #3 Oklahoma City, #2 Las Vegas, #1 Houston.
Banter about drive-thru culture contributing to obesity, with a comedic proposal:
- (Josh, 51:35): "What if RFK put in a ninja warrior course in front of Burger King?... You want a McChicken, walk this tightrope!"

7. TV Recommendations & Industry Stories

[28:10 – 32:49]

Ben plugs “Friends and Neighbors” on HBO or Apple, with Jon Hamm as a suburban criminal.
- (Ben, 28:21): "It’s a unique storyline and I’m enjoying it a lot."
Inside look at TV/film work: Josh describes demanding call times and background work; stories about Scorsese’s and Nolan’s set practices.
- (Josh, 30:57): "Sometimes God does for us what we can’t do for ourselves..."

8. "What Are You, Nuts?" Moments of the Week

[52:38 – 54:50]

Josh highlights RFK Jr.'s cool-headed reaction during the White House Correspondents Dinner evacuation:
- (RFK, via Josh, 53:30): "I’m really hungry."
Ben’s “What Are You, Nuts?”: Walking with your head in your phone in a big city—easy target for disaster or pickpockets.
- (Ben, 54:03): "You get hit by a car? What are you, nuts?"

Notable Quotes

On viral moments and agent Michael Glantz:
(Josh, 03:37) “He went viral as like literally not giving a font... There was no freaking way I was getting my new tux on the dirty Hilton floor. It was not happening.”
On entertainment industry inside jokes:
(Josh, 30:57): "Sometimes God does for us what we can’t do for ourselves."
On fast food city rankings:
(Josh, 51:35): “What if we put a ninja warrior course in front of Burger King?... You want a McChicken, walk this tightrope!”
On hygiene and relationships:
(Ben, 38:29): "The tongue scraper is enormous... What smells is your tongue. Your teeth don’t smell."
On marriage and engagement:
(Ben, 24:05): “It only gets a thousand times better. It’s so good.”

Timestamps by Segment

| Segment | Start | End | |-----------------------------------------------------|---------|---------| | White House Correspondents Dinner & Viral Moments | 00:03 | 04:31 | | Pop Culture / Polymarket Betting Bites | 04:31 | 13:48 | | Fantasizing About Wealth and Friendship | 13:48 | 16:25 | | Olivia’s Engagement Story | 16:30 | 24:00 | | TV Industry/Pop Culture Recommendations | 28:10 | 32:49 | | Unhealthiest Cocktails Trivia | 33:25 | 36:49 | | Moron Mail — Hygiene Drama | 37:38 | 39:56 | | Cities with Most Fast Food Consumption | 43:39 | 52:38 | | "What Are You, Nuts?" & Outro | 52:38 | 55:00 |

Memorable/Oddly Funny Moments

The persistent inside jokes and Jewish humor running through gift-giving fantasies.
A tongue-in-cheek proposal to create an “American Ninja Warrior” obstacle course as a barrier to fast food.
Olivia’s engagement ring fake-out story and Josh’s Paris proposal—equal parts heartfelt and comic.
The juxtaposition of serious current events (an assassination attempt) with the absurdity of viral details (agent eating salad, RFK just being hungry).

Overall Tone

Playful, banter-heavy, self-deprecating, and quick-witted. The hosts move rapidly between pop culture, personal anecdotes, and sharp commentary, inviting listeners into their “good guys” dynamic while touching on both silliness and sincerity.

This Episode Is For You If...

You love behind-the-scenes gossip on Hollywood and media events
You want to laugh about current events while still hearing thoughtful perspectives
You enjoy trivia, debates about the best/worst in food and entertainment, and funny, real-life relationship stories
You like bonus mailbag advice with unfiltered candor

Next Week: More shenanigans, culture chatter, and “moron mail”—tune in Mondays & Thursdays!