Smosh Mouth Episode #126 – Our 2026 Predictions (Jan 12, 2026)
Overview
In this lively and hilarious episode, hosts Shayne Topp and Amanda Lehan-Canto are joined by Smosh stalwart Courtney Miller. Together, they reflect on their wild (and sometimes accurate) predictions for 2025, fact-check what actually happened, and then unleash a fresh batch of bold, bizarre, and (occasionally) heartfelt predictions for 2026. The conversation ranges from viral animals to celebrity guests, pop culture forecasts, and even New Year intentions—all delivered in true Smosh style: irreverent, chaotic, deeply personal, and endlessly entertaining.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
Studio Move and Channel Updates
- Shayne and Amanda begin by announcing Smosh’s new, larger studio space and the temporary impact on channel uploads.
- “We're moving from Rancho Cucamonga all the way to San Diego to Rancho Cucamonga. We're moving from Rancho Cucamonga to Rancho Cucamonga.” — Shane (01:30)
- Emphasis on readiness and excitement for upgrades despite some disruptions.
- Listeners are directed to Smosh socials for schedule updates.
Recap: 2025 Predictions — Hits and Misses
Viral Animals of the Year
- Last year’s picks: cow, elephants, whale, hyrax, etc.
- Result: None were correct; viral moments were actually about angler fish, capybaras, and a spot-less baby giraffe.
- “We did not nail that.” — Shane (08:13)
Chapel Roan’s Music Career
- Prediction: She would “take a break” in 2025.
- Reality: She canceled a show for mental health and delayed a release, but was still actively touring.
- “It’s not like she pulled a Fiona Apple.” — Shane (10:00)
Notable Guests on Smosh
- Prediction: “Someone super famous” will appear on Bit City or Smosh Mouth.
- Reality: Validated by big guest appearances—Bob the Drag Queen, Trixie Mattel, Jacksepticeye, and even Bill Clinton on Bit City.
- “We got that and we got it. And on both!” — Shane (13:11)
Other Predictions:
- Damien’s Hair: He did not go back to white; “He’s been all natural.” — Courtney Miller (11:50)
- Celebrity Dancing with Goats: Still just a wish; Tom Brady jokes ensue.
- Wedding Attendees Dressed as 'The Chosen': Confirmed with fans cosplaying at weddings and proposals.
- Soda with Protein: Accurate; weird protein sodas appeared in their own office.
- “Not only that, protein became a complete craze.” — Amanda (20:17)
- Pro Darts Community: Smosh not acknowledged; hosts rant about missed opportunities.
- Smoshmouth Listener in Antarctica: Confirmed with a listener photo.
- Global Reach: Smoshmouth is streamed in at least 129 countries.
2026: New Predictions and Intentions
Yearly Intentions
- Amanda: Pause — “2025, my word was observe. Oh, 2026, my word is pause.” (27:08)
- Shane: Focus — “You know, like, just focus.” (27:42)
- Courtney: Giddy up — “Get back on the horse.” (27:51)
Celebrity & Pop Culture
- Reba at Smosh: The running joke and desperate wish continues, as the studio is destined for a visit from Reba McEntire—or at least her spirit.
- SNL Hosting: “SNL will be hosted by a famous TikToker / Internet person” for the first time (28:23)
- “Trisha Paytas had a cameo… but did not host.” — Courtney Miller (28:32)
- “If Brennan Lee Mulligan hosted SNL… he would kill it.” — Shane (29:31)
- Possible big pull: “Jenna Marbles hosts SNL as a surprise.”
- Bo Burnham return: “Every five years he appears and changes your life.” — Courtney (31:15)
- Big Coming Out: A prominent figure will come out, sparking massive, positive reaction. (73:01)
Smosh & Creators
- Red Carpet: A Smosh cast member will host or interview on an actual red carpet event (36:50)
- “I think it could be someone like Arasha… or you or Shane.” — Courtney
- Flip 7 / Tarot Deck:
- “There will be a Smosh version of Flip 7.” — Shane (45:53)
- “We have a tarot card set made of all Smosh people. Smosh characters.” — Amanda (46:46)
- Smosh Dap-Up Moment: Predicting a “legendary” dap-up that will go viral during a Smosh video. (67:26)
- Smosh Baby: “There will be a Smosh baby—could be a human, animal, or even just a weird new thing.” — Amanda (42:11)
- Anthony shaves his head: “Anthony shaves his head” as a running bet. (43:53)
- Smoshmouth in space: An astronaut will tune in to Smoshmouth. (43:00)
- Robert Irwin’s ‘toucans’ on Smosh: Dream guest scenario. (58:42)
- Spencer meets Hideo Kojima: Predicting an awkwardly wonderful meeting between Spencer and the iconic game designer. (62:59)
Viral Animal & Science
- Year of the Turtle: Amanda predicts the turtle as the next viral animal (50:13)
- Primates Do Something New: Courtney speculates that a primate (gorilla, chimp, etc.) will surprise everyone with a new behavior/skill (51:55)
- New Fish Discovered: Shane bets on a “dumbass” new fish becoming viral (44:10)
- Crystal Mountain: “We will find something on another planet that is pretty cool…” — Shane (67:47)
Other
- ‘Best Day’ for humanity: 2026 will have a feel-good day for everyone, a world “win” (39:19)
- Internet Reach: From Antarctica, the next step is space! (42:44)
- SNL, David Lynch, and Creators’ Mental Health: Extended riff about creator burnout and the need for artists to take longer breaks for better work.
- “We need to normalize people taking five years off. If you want greatness, you need artists to take a break and have something to think about.” — Amanda (31:36)
- “I love the youtubers who take time… and really take time, and I love that.” — Shane (31:48)
Super Bowl Bets
- Amanda: “Patriots”
- Courtney: “Broncos”
- Shane: “Texans vs Rams; Rams win” (71:53)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
Quotes with Timestamps
- “We got that and we got it. And on both!” — Shane [13:11] (re: landing famous guests)
- “I think we can mark that as we got it. We got someone super famous.” — Shane [11:31]
- “Best day: a day that all of us agree, ‘what happened that we all felt really good.’ The world needs a win.” — Shane [39:27]
- “There will be a gathering of 100 chosen somewhere.” — Shane [40:07] (referring to a mass cosplay of his 'Chosen' character)
- “Anthony shaves his head.” — Amanda [43:54]
- “There’s gonna be a new fish, man.” — Shane [53:50]
- “A primate is going to do something new… braid hair, maybe sing a song.” — Courtney [51:55]
- “Robert Irwin gets his toucans out on this show.” — Shane [58:42]
- “If I dap up a monkey… does that count?” — Shane [78:03]
- “Big coming out gets its own page.” — Amanda [77:12]
- “Pause, giddy up, and focus.” — Amanda [28:15] (declaring 2026 intentions)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- 01:30 – Announcement: Studio move, changes to channel uploads
- 06:23 – Recap starts: 2025 predictions and which came true
- 10:22 – Notable guests & biggest “gets” in 2025
- 17:08 – “The Chosen” at weddings, community engagement
- 20:02 – Soda with protein prediction comes true
- 24:01 – Smoshmouth listener in Antarctica confirmed
- 25:35 – Transition to 2026 intentions and word for the year
- 28:23 – 2026 predictions start: SNL, TikTokers, Bo Burnham, Internet fame
- 31:29 – Creators’ mental health and project frequency
- 36:50 – Smosh on the red carpet
- 42:44 – Smoshmouth next frontier: space
- 45:53 – Smosh version of Flip 7 & tarot deck ideas
- 50:13 – Viral animal of 2026: turtle
- 67:47 – “Crystal Mountain”/cool new planetary discovery
- 71:53 – Super Bowl predictions battle
- 73:01 – “Big coming out” prediction
- 75:05 – Recap of all 2026 predictions
Final Recap: 2026 Predictions List
- Reba at Smosh
- TikToker/internet personality hosts SNL
- Bo Burnham comes back
- Smosh cast red carpet hosting/interviewing
- A “best/win” day for the world
- Smosh version of Flip 7 (and Tarot deck)
- Late-night show does D&D
- Year of the Turtle – viral animal
- Primates do something new and astonishing
- Barak or Michelle Obama shouts out Smosh
- Gathering of 100 ‘Chosen’ at a convention/event
- Chosen character on a Jumbotron
- Smosh Baby (human, animal or otherwise)
- Smoshmouth streamed in space
- Anthony shaves his head
- Robert Irwin on Smosh (maybe with toucans)
- Spencer meets Hideo Kojima
- Viral “dap up” moment on Smosh content
- Wild planetary discovery (Crystal Mountain)
- Rams win Super Bowl (Shane’s bold call)
- Big public “coming out” event
Tone & Style
The Smosh Mouth crew are silly, self-deprecating, whip-smart, and aggressively supportive of each other’s weirdest ideas. They riff on pop culture, internet fame, animal trivia, and their own friendship and creative processes. There’s a strong sense of joy and community—the hosts love their fans and recognize their global (and Antarctic!) reach.
For Listeners
This episode is packed with Smosh lore and running gags (Reba, protein soda, “the Chosen,” and flip 7), but it’s also full of insightful commentary about creativity, the state of the world—and, of course, a mountain of whacky predictions. Whether you’re a diehard Smosh fan, a casual listener, or just love internet culture, this episode is a vibrant, funny, and unexpectedly thoughtful start to 2026.