Handsome – Pretty Little Episode #62 (October 24, 2025)

Overview of Episode Theme

This episode, dubbed the "Pretty Little Episode," features comedians Tig Notaro, Fortune Feimster, and Mae Martin as they dive into listener questions and share personal stories, banter, and lots of laughter. The main themes revolve around transitions (like moving houses), Halloween memories, and the awkward realities of dating—packed with the trio’s signature warmth and hilarity.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Fortune’s Moving Adventures

• Fortune Feimster shares she’s recently moved into a new house and is navigating the typical upheaval that comes with it.
  • She did all the packing herself and clocked an impressive 30,000 steps on moving day (about 16 miles!).
  • Fortune is excited about her new, smaller, more manageable home with a one-story layout:

    “It’s a manageable house for a lady living by herself.”
    (Fortune, 05:27)

• Tig expresses strong support for hiring professional packers in the future.

Memorable Quote:

“All the old foil memories out and all the new foil memories in.”
(Tig, 04:40)

2. Stepping and Tracking Steps

• The hosts talk about tracking steps, referencing various devices, and the often-cited goal of 10,000 steps per day.
• Fortune mentions her new show with Will Ferrell, emphasizing they walk a lot on golf courses.
  • She aspires to ramp up her step-tracking game soon.
• There’s a quick rabbit hole about step-goals, with different “expert” opinions mentioned humorously.
  • Tig jokes about possibly gaining muscle, “gams,” instead of losing weight from all the activity.

Memorable Quote:

“I'd love to peek in and see the little lady treading in a circle.”
(Tig, 08:41—about Fortune’s mini-pool)

3. Halloween Costumes & Childhood Memories

[09:11 – 14:14]

• Listener Dawn from Portland asks: “What was your favorite Halloween costume growing up and why?”
• Fortune recalls her “ALF mask” and admits to bare-minimum effort in costumes—her family kept it very simple.
• Tig shares her mother’s creative side, resulting in more elaborate costumes. She fondly remembers dressing as John Travolta for a Grease-themed party, which led to a humorous, if confusing, social experience.
  • Also shares a repeated Dracula costume and attending therapy about childhood dressing scenarios.
• The trio jokes about how, ironically, costumes are now a major part of their professional lives.
• Dawn shares her own favorite: a late-70s “roller skating angel” with glittery wings and white roller skates.
• They reflect that none of them were very “glittery wings and sparkles” types growing up, but appreciate listeners’ diverse experiences.

Notable Quotes:

“Real girly stuff.”
(Tig, 11:25)

“I'm an aging lesbian, and that's the extent of what I put into costumes.”
(Tig, 13:14)

4. Listener Dilemma: "My Date Has Bad Breath... Help!"

[14:49 – 21:36]

• Anna from Copenhagen submits a personal dilemma: She’s excited about a new dating prospect, but he has persistent bad breath, making intimacy impossible. She’s unsure how to address it without offending him.
• The hosts approach with empathy, humor, and pragmatism:
  • Tig acknowledges the importance of “people scent” in chemistry/attraction, noting bad breath’s roots can be health-related.
  • Fortune suggests starting with offering a mint but admits it’s a temporary fix.
  • They discuss tactics for broaching the topic delicately—balancing honesty, kindness, and one’s own comfort.
• Consensus: It’s better to raise the issue (gently and affirmatively) than to let the relationship linger uncomfortably or fizzle.
  • Use compliments and frame the conversation as “about me being sensitive” rather than criticism.
  • Practical hygiene advice: tongue scraping, hydration, routine dental care, etc.

Notable Quotes:

“Your breath could be better.”
(Tig, 17:35)

“What do you have to lose? Because the alternative is that you’re just not going to date this person.”
(Fortune, 19:08)

“Preface it with: ‘I enjoy you so much. I find you so attractive...’ And I don’t know how to get to the next butter.”
(Tig, 19:45)

• The hosts invite Anna to update them on the outcome.

Memorable Moments & Quotes (with Timestamps)

• 01:21 – Tig: “It says Colonel Tig Notaro. Because an auctioneer... he had this made for me.”
• 04:40 – Tig: “All the old foil memories out and all the new foil memories in.”
• 08:41 – Tig: “I'd love to peek in and see the little lady treading in a circle.”
• 09:29 – Listener Dawn: “What was your favorite Halloween costume growing up and why?”
• 11:25 – Tig: “Real girly stuff.”
• 13:14 – Tig: “I'm an aging lesbian, and that's the extent of what I put into costumes.”
• 17:35 – Tig (playing out how she'd bring up the subject): “Your breath could be better.”
• 19:08 – Fortune: “What do you have to lose? Because the alternative is that you’re just not going to date this person.”

Notable Segments and Timestamps

• [01:16] – Tig’s Gavel Story and Auctioneer Video with Sarah Paulson Reference
• [02:14] – Fortune’s Moving Recap and Step Count Brag
• [09:11] – Listener Question: Favorite Halloween Costumes
• [14:49] – Listener Question: Bad Breath Dilemma in Dating
• [21:28] – Request for Updates & Farewell Wishes to Anna

Episode Tone and Style

The episode is lighthearted, playful, and filled with mutual ribbing, classic tangents, and genuine warmth for listeners. The hosts’ rapport shines as they blend heartfelt advice with breezy comedic timing, never losing the thread of empathy—especially when discussing awkward personal dilemmas.

Summary

This episode is a quintessential “Handsome” experience: conversations ping between messiness of moving, nostalgia for low-effort costumes and childhood family quirks, and the relatable pain and awkwardness of early-stage dating. Through it all, the hosts dole out both laughter and useful advice, reminding listeners they’re not alone in life’s little (and pretty) struggles.