Handsome Podcast: "Pretty Little Episode #30" Summary

Released on March 14, 2025

Hosts: Mae Martin, Fortune Feimster

1. Introduction and Personal Chit-Chat (00:39 – 02:37)

The episode begins with Mae Martin and Fortune Feimster welcoming listeners to the "Pretty Little Episode." The hosts engage in their signature playful banter, reminiscing about trends like "bedazzle" and "vagazzle."

Key Highlights:

• Mae Martin (02:01): "I'm scared, of course. Yeah. I've got a big gate, but it is scary being alone in a house. For sure."

  Mae shares her experiences moving into a new house, highlighting the excitement and the underlying fear of being alone in a larger space. She discusses unpacking long-neglected boxes and the joy of rediscovering personal items like clay sculptures.

• Fortune Feimster (03:07): "I find in the beginning, like, when I built my first house, that it's so exciting because you're like, this is mine. It's my space. It's permanent. I mean, as permanent as you end up making it."

  Fortune reflects on her first home-building experience, emphasizing the thrill of creating a personal sanctuary and the pressure to complete it swiftly. She advises taking time to live in the space before fully decorating.

2. New House Adventures and Houseplants (02:37 – 07:20)

Mae delves into her journey of settling into her new home, sharing her first-time experience with real houseplants. She humorously recounts her initial attempts to communicate with her plants, inspired by social media trends.

Notable Quote:

• Mae Martin (05:08): "This company over communicated so much... And then I thought, imagine if I was the plant. I'd be like, they want us to tell them what we need. Like, we can't speak. What do you mean? Just water."

Fortune shares stories about wildlife around her previous homes, particularly problematic crows. Mae contrasts these with lighter anecdotes, including meeting a local possum neighbor and observing animal behaviors influenced by external factors.

3. Sharing Personal Stories about Wildlife (07:20 – 09:03)

The conversation shifts to memorable wildlife encounters and the humorous yet dark sides of animal interactions.

Highlights:

• Fortune Feimster (07:07): "Like, the death. Dead crows on the reg in this thing."

  Fortune recounts witnessing aggressive crow behavior around a family fountain, illustrating the unexpected challenges of cohabiting with urban wildlife.

• Mae Martin (08:01): "There was this guy who fed budgies turkey, and they became really aggressive and animalistic. It was really dark."

  Mae shares a disturbing story from her past about a friend's budgies turning aggressive due to inappropriate feeding, highlighting unintended consequences of well-meaning actions.

4. Listener Questions and Discussions (09:03 – 22:39)

The heart of the episode revolves around answering listener-submitted questions, fostering deep and relatable conversations.

a. Chelsea's Question: Childhood Beliefs (09:06 – 17:00)

Question: "With the exception of stories that get told around the holidays, what is something that you were told as a kid that you believed to be true that ended up not being true, but you believed it for an embarrassingly long time?"

Discussion Points:

• Mae Martin (09:36): Explores the misconceptions about true love perpetuated by romantic comedies, emphasizing that real relationships require daily choices and effort beyond mere chemistry.

  Quote (10:06): "Relationships are also. It's a choice. It's like, you know, it's making that decision every day and, like, putting work into it."

• Fortune Feimster (11:03): Reflects on her skepticism towards parental myths like Santa Claus and the absence of discussions about the human body, sharing her own humorous misunderstandings.

  Quote (15:31): "Oh my God. Why isn't Tig here? So."

• Listener Contribution (17:02): Chelsea shares her belief that spinning too long in a revolving door could lead to suffocation, a misconception she held until her early twenties.

b. Christella's Question: Favorite Names (18:30 – 22:39)

Question: "Is there a name that you've always liked? Maybe you thought you would change your name to that someday or you would have a child name that someday. And why do you like it?"

Discussion Points:

• Mae Martin (18:51): Expresses her fondness for the name "Bugs" or "Buster," inspired by Bugs Bunny and Buster Keaton, highlighting her playful and whimsical side.

  Quote (19:06): "I've always thought I would like to name my son Bugs or Buster Bugs."

• Fortune Feimster (19:38): Shares her preferred name "Fortune," discussing its familial significance and her personal attachment to it.

  Quote (20:41): "My favorite name is Fortune. I... My grandmother was very proud of the Fortune name."

• Mae Martin (21:02): Talks about the importance of alliteration in names, revealing her own name origin tied to her mother's maiden name.

  Quote (21:13): "I think was like, I want one of the kids to have my name. And then... in the end, the alliteration says May Martin."

• Christella's Insight (22:00): Shares her preference for old-timey names like "Tabitha," inspired by pop culture references, though she chose not to adopt it for her child.

  Quote (22:00): "I always liked the name Tabitha... I've since had a daughter that is not her name."

5. Closing Remarks and Future Plans (22:39 – 26:06)

Mae and Fortune conclude the episode by discussing upcoming shows and tours. They express excitement about performing in iconic venues like the Ryman Auditorium and share humorous anecdotes about what might be left in their green rooms.

Highlights:

• Fortune Feimster (24:07): Describes the unique items found in concert green rooms, blending curiosity with humor.

  Quote (24:21): "I would be mortified if I found out that was in a museum."

• Mae Martin (25:02): Encourages listeners to engage with their content online, promoting her music tours and collaborations.

Conclusion: "Pretty Little Episode #30" of the Handsome podcast offers a blend of personal anecdotes, humorous exchanges, and thoughtful discussions on childhood beliefs and name preferences. Mae Martin and Fortune Feimster's chemistry shines as they navigate through relatable topics, providing both laughter and insightful reflections for their audience.