Handsome Podcast — "Pretty Little Episode #80"

Hosts: Tig Notaro, Fortune Feimster
Date: February 27, 2026
Episode Theme:
This episode of Handsome is all about finding and creating joy in daily life, responding to listener questions about intentional happiness, personal routines, and visiting L.A. Along the way, Tig and Fortune bring their trademark banter, personal stories, and plenty of humor to brighten the conversation.

Episode Overview

In this "Pretty Little Episode," Tig Notaro and Fortune Feimster (Mae is absent this week) dive into how to cultivate joy and meaning in everyday life while updating listeners on their own comedic and personal adventures. They tackle listener questions ranging from intentional acts of joy to tips for visiting Los Angeles, weaving in stories from their work, friendships, and family. As always, the episode is laced with warmth, tangents, and the kind of silliness listeners have come to love.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Show Updates & Banter (00:39–08:20)

• Quick Start: Fortune and Tig riff on podcast confusion, jokingly introducing the show as the "Joe Rogan Experience" for a laugh.
• Fortune’s Work Update: Fortune shares she’s filming a new movie directed by Eva Longoria, emphasizing the demanding pace and “girl power” on set.
  • Quote: “It’s a whirling dervish because it’s a... big movie and the four of us are in almost every scene... Very little downtime.” — Fortune (02:00)
• On-Screen Gifts: Kim (likely Kardashian) gave the cast skin care gadgets and Skims loungewear, which leads to playful talk about “face machines” and Fortune’s memories of facial vibrators.
  • Memorable moment: Explaining beauty gadgets and considering a YouTube tutorial from Kim. (03:54)
• Casting the Youthful Trio: Tig and Fortune muse about what child actors would play younger versions of themselves and Mae, with mentions of "Young Sheldon" and pop culture references.
  • Quote: “There should be a Handsome prequel. Who would play us?” — Tig (05:03)
  • Memorable: “Mine would be Chunk from the Goonies.” — Fortune (06:58)

2. Touring and Future Plans (07:16–08:18)

• Tour Rescheduling: Fortune had to delay tour dates for movie filming, but will resume soon, aiming for a fall comedy special. Tig has eyelid surgery coming and will be on partial hiatus after Oscars, but promises ongoing podcast appearances—“Just wear sunglasses.”
  • Quote: “I’m not going to... just wear sunglasses. We won’t care. And real mustaches.” — Tig (07:55)

3. Listener Question: Creating Daily Joy (08:24–13:08)

Corinne from Houston asks:
“What are some ways you intentionally bring joy into your life, or would like to?”

• Fortune’s Joy Practices:
  • Reconnecting with friends, avoiding isolation.
  • Taking mindful breaks—bench-sitting in parks, people-watching, being present with her dog.
  • Breakfast burritos as a simple pleasure.
  • Quote: “...if I had a lot of thoughts on my mind... I would go find a bench somewhere, like in a park... Not on my phone, sort of being.” — Fortune (09:02)
• Tig’s Approach:
  • Realized importance of meaningful time during documentary filming while away from family.
  • Prioritizes moments with her wife Stephanie, their kids (“the boys”), and pets.
  • Mini rituals: reading time together, morning coffee and walks, family humor and impressions time.
  • Quote: “Those little moments... in the mornings when Stephanie and I have our coffee, then we take our morning walk together... Utter joy.” — Tig (11:00)
  • Memorable: “Our son Max does incredible impressions... we all sit around... That’s just really, really fun.” (12:17)
• Dealing with Perspective and Hard Times:
  • Fortune reflects on her mother’s illness coinciding with a breakup, giving her clarity about what really matters.
    • Quote: “My mom getting sick right when my life was falling apart really put... all that into perspective.” — Fortune (14:02)

4. Adding Joy — Listener Feedback & Routines (15:09–16:58)

• Corinne shares her own routines:

  • Five-minute daily dance party.
  • Trying one new thing each month.
  • Documenting “50 new hot dogs”—her favorite food.
  • Quote: “Every morning I have a mandatory five minute dance party... I have been documenting my journey of trying 50 new hot dogs.” — Corinne (15:09)
  • The hosts are delighted by the hot dog challenge; Tig jokes: “I didn’t know there were more than five hot dogs.” (15:32)

• Other Joyful Habits:

  • Fortune’s pink fuzzy slippers (a gift from Kim)—with a spontaneous “big pink fuzzy slippers” song parody.
  • Tig’s preference for slippers and stories of unintentionally scaring her wife by shuffling silently.
  • Quote: “I can’t believe how big... how dare Kim make a slipper that big. Pink.” — Tig (17:15)
  • Memorable moment: “It’s like clown shoe slippers.” — Fortune (17:28)

5. Listener Question: L.A. Trip Tips (17:46–21:47)

Sarah asks for advice on her first trip to L.A. for her 30th birthday:

• Tig’s #1 Recommendation:
  • The hop-on, hop-off double decker bus tour.
    • Quote: “It’s a great way to see the city... get on that top of the double decker. There's no roof and somebody just drives you around.” — Tig (19:03)
• Other L.A. Must-Do’s:
  • Hiking: Griffith Park, Runyon Canyon.
  • Beaches: Hermosa Beach, Santa Monica (closest option).
  • Entertainment: Comedy at Largo or Dynasty Typewriter.
  • Trails Café after hikes for a vegan sandwich (Tig’s tip).
  • If you're into sports, plenty of teams and events.
  • Quote: “LA is massive... a bus would not be a bad way to hit the hot spots.” — Fortune (20:18)
• Hosts reassure Sarah:
  • “You’re gonna be fine. You’re gonna be just fine.” — Tig (21:44)
• Timeliness: They hope Sarah hears the suggestions before her trip!

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “I like to work my way there.” — Fortune, on not asking Kim Kardashian for favors too soon. (04:51)
• “Who would play us? Young version.” — Tig (05:03)
• “Utter joy. Utter joy.” — Tig, on family routines and appreciating life’s small moments. (11:40)
• “Every morning I have a mandatory five minute dance party.” — Listener Corinne (15:09)
• “I can’t believe how big... how dare Kim make a slipper that big. Pink.” — Tig (17:15)
• “It’s like clown shoe slippers.” — Fortune (17:28)
• Tig’s recurring tip: “Go the hop on, hop off bus.” (19:02)
• “I didn’t know there were more than five hot dogs.” — Tig (15:32)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:39 – Hosts’ opening banter and movie updates.
• 03:21 – Fortune details Kim Kardashian’s gifts and beauty gadgets.
• 05:03 – Imagining a “Handsome” prequel and casting young actors.
• 08:24 – Corinne’s question on intentional joy.
• 09:02–13:08 – Hosts share their daily joy routines and philosophies.
• 14:02 – Fortune reflects on perspective during hard times.
• 15:09–15:29 – Corinne’s own daily practices and “50 hot dogs” challenge.
• 17:46 – Sarah’s question about LA, leading to sightseeing/hiking/food advice.

Closing

The episode is upbeat and thoughtful, focused on gratitude, simple pleasures, and practical joy in challenging times. The hosts’ comedic chemistry and authenticity shine—whether talking film sets, pink slippers, or hot dogs, the message is clear: find humor, cherish the small moments, and, when in L.A., try the bus tour!