Podcast Summary: Handsome – Pretty Little Episode #21
Release Date: January 10, 2025
Hosts: Tig Notaro, Fortune Feimster, Mae Martin
Produced by: Headgum
1. Gardening Dreams and Aspirations
Timestamp: 00:48 – 03:38
The episode kicks off with a light-hearted conversation about gardening. Fortune Feimster shares her love for fake plants, humorously revealing that her assistant once watered one, unaware it wasn't real. This leads to a deeper discussion about the allure of lush gardens and the desire to cultivate one in retirement.
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Fortune Feimster (02:03): "I admire those people that have those just, like, lush gardens and they're growing all this fresh food."
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Tig Notaro (02:23): "I would love to be one of those little old ladies... hunched over in their garden... with a hat that's covering their entire body."
The hosts humorously speculate about their future gardening selves, envisioning Tig as a gardeners' icon with a perpetual sun hat and clippers.
2. Navigating Gender Misidentification
Timestamp: 05:26 – 08:23
Transitioning from gardening, Tig and Fortune delve into personal experiences of being misgendered. Fortune shares a recent encounter where a valet mistook her for a "sir," prompting a humorous exchange about handling such awkward moments.
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Fortune Feimster (06:28): "I just got called sir last night."
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Tig Notaro (07:12): "I always say, oh, I'm female... causing some awkwardness."
Fortune reflects on how her strong presence often leads to these misunderstandings, while Tig pokes fun at her own interactions with Uber drivers.
3. Listener Questions: Reflecting on Past Styles
Timestamp: 10:25 – 16:37
Simon from Canada poses a question about past style eras the hosts might look back on with amusement or embarrassment.
- Simon (10:25): "Did you ever have a style era that you look back on and think, what was I doing?"
Fortune Feimster admits to regretting some fashion choices, particularly ill-fitting sweater vests and jeans, which were often highlighted in her media appearances.
- Fortune Feimster (11:03): "I wore a lot of sweater vests... my shirts were either too long or too short."
Tig Notaro reminisces about her elementary school phase, complete with cowboy hats and boots, and humorous stories about her ex-girlfriend critiquing her earrings.
- Tig Notaro (13:12): "I wore cowboy hats and cowboy boots and shorts... little earrings."
The segment is filled with laughter as the hosts share relatable fashion missteps from their past.
4. Listener Questions: Embracing New Experiences
Timestamp: 17:50 – 25:19
Hannah from Berlin asks the hosts about activities they've never tried but would love to, and what's holding them back.
- Hannah's Question (17:50): "What is something you've never done or tried that you think you would actually love? And what's stopping you?"
Both Tig and Fortune reveal a shared dream of learning tap dancing. Their enthusiasm leads to a playful brainstorming session about taking lessons and even hosting the Oscars with their newfound skills.
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Tig Notaro (18:40): "I want to tap dance."
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Fortune Feimster (19:03): "I really want to learn to tap dance."
They fantasize about tap dancing in tuxedos and gowns, imagining humorous scenarios where they might accidentally disrupt an Oscars ceremony with their clattering taps.
- Fortune Feimster (21:19): "We have to find a class that's not just us and a bunch of 8-year-olds. It needs to be like an adult beginner."
In addition to tap dancing, Fortune expresses a desire to learn the banjo, inspired by Steve Martin's performances.
- Fortune Feimster (25:00): "I would like to learn how to play the banjo. Every time Steve Martin does it, I'm like, that's so cool."
5. Wrapping Up
As the episode nears its end, the hosts reiterate their shared aspirations and encourage listeners to engage with the podcast by submitting their questions. They wrap up with cheerful goodbyes, leaving listeners entertained and inspired by their candid and comedic exchanges.
Notable Quotes:
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Fortune Feimster (02:03): "I admire those people that have those just, like, lush gardens and they're growing all this fresh food."
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Tig Notaro (07:12): "I always say, oh, I'm female... causing some awkwardness."
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Tig Notaro (13:12): "I wore cowboy hats and cowboy boots and shorts... little earrings."
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Fortune Feimster (19:03): "I really want to learn to tap dance."
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Fortune Feimster (25:00): "I would like to learn how to play the banjo. Every time Steve Martin does it, I'm like, that's so cool."
Conclusion:
In this episode of Handsome, Tig Notaro, Fortune Feimster, and Mae Martin engage in an entertaining and heartfelt discussion, touching on personal aspirations, past fashions, and the joys of embracing new experiences. Their chemistry and humor make for a captivating listen, offering both laughter and relatable insights for fans and newcomers alike.