Smosh Mouth #135 – Our Fans Are WILD
Release Date: March 16, 2026
Hosts: Shayne Topp & Amanda Lehan-Canto
Guest: Trevor
Episode Overview
In this lively episode, hosts Shayne, Amanda, and guest Trevor catch up after a month-long break and dive into the “wildness” of their fan community. They discuss Smosh's move to a temporary studio, unforgettable fan gatherings (including a “Chosen” meetup and a birthday billboard in the Philippines), and the surprising intensity of fan engagement. The conversation further spirals into discussions about book genres (with a hilariously deep dive into modern and fantasy romance novels), awkward phrases for body parts in "smut" literature, reading preferences and audiobooks, pet rats, and hilarious comment reviews from their fanbase.
Major Discussion Points & Insights
1. Smosh Studio Move and New Setup
- [01:30] Smosh is moving studios from Rancho Cucamonga to Oxnard.
- The group compares their ideas of Oxnard, joking about its name and perceived vibe.
- General excitement about the more open studio space and the new, very visible seating (“new set will show our lower halves” — a running gag).
- Shayne: “The new set’s gonna show our lower halves. What? …Fine with that, because I always wear nice lower halves.” [04:53]
2. Recent Life Updates & Catch-Up
- [06:03] After batching episodes, it’s their first new recording in a while. They reference memorable recent episodes and highlight how much has happened in a month.
3. Monkey ‘Punch’ YouTube Saga
- [06:25 – 08:32] The hosts discuss Courtney’s prediction about monkeys and dive deep into the rabbit hole of “Punch” videos—a viral monkey repeatedly rejected by its group.
- Trevor: “That first day I learned about Punch was such a roller coaster. I was like, oh my god, this monkey is getting bullied ...then suddenly he has a friend ...and then they hate him again?! What’s going on?” [07:24]
- They theorize on animal social hierarchies, using parallels to cats after vet visits and pop culture (Planet of the Apes).
- Amanda: “How do monkeys work, guys?” [09:48]
4. Wild Fan Engagement Stories
A. Chosen Gathering in LA
- [12:03 – 15:25]
- Within a month of prediction, fans organize a “Chosen” meetup at a park, all in character.
- Shayne: “Everybody stayed in character, and it was awesome. I genuinely felt like I was intruding on an event.” [14:09]
- Shayne describes going with a bodyguard in Chosen gear, moments of immersion, and prizes (like Blade 2 on Blu-Ray).
- A fan jokes about “Stolen Valor” for being an “actual virgin.”
- Shayne: “…these people rock. That was, like, incredible.” [16:22]
B. Birthday Billboard in the Philippines
- [16:41 – 18:05]
- Amanda’s birthday is celebrated with a fan-made billboard and gathering in the Philippines, featuring multiple Amanda characters.
- Amanda: “They had a bigger celebration for your birthday than you did.” [17:03]
- Amanda expresses deep gratitude and is astounded by the dedication.
C. Smosh’s Global Pinoy Community
- [18:33 – 20:49]
- Trevor shares memories of visiting the Philippines and learning a cheeky Tagalog basketball song.
- Amanda envisions a future Smosh show in the Philippines, playfully strategizing family logistics.
5. Games, Inside Jokes, and “Pokécopia”
- [21:31] The guys explain the game “Pokécopia,” a cozy Pokémon town-builder meets Animal Crossing/Stardew Valley. Amanda is intrigued.
- Gentle ribbing about “letting the men talk” as an inside Smosh joke.
6. Fan Gathering “Girl Dinner” T-Shirts & Resident Evil Obsession
- [23:19] Angela orders Resident Evil T-shirts with “girl dinner” graphics for the crew.
- Jokes about the logistics of group texts and Smosh walks (including a deep dive on Spencer’s walking style and who “nailed” what in past impressions).
7. Books, Reading Habits, and Audiobooks
- [32:01 – 36:50]
- They discuss book adaptations and classic literature (“Wuthering Heights,” “East of Eden,” “Beloved,” “Crime and Punishment”).
- Debate on audiobooks vs. physical reading—narrator importance, listening speed, and dual-listening/reading strategies.
- Amanda: “Audiobooks, it’s all about the reader for me. Has to have a reader that makes sense…” [34:56]
- Trevor admits reading physical fantasy books faster than audiobooks.
8. Comedy Deep Dive: Romance Novel Euphemisms (“Smut Talk”)
- [37:12 – 44:44]
- Amanda and Trevor list their favorite/most bizarre book euphemisms for penises—“considerable length,” “velvet wrapped steel”—and why “boner” doesn’t cut it.
- Amanda: “Velvet wrapped steel. Now I don’t know how I feel about it ...I’m literally split.” [39:25]
- They compare modern/college smut (with “boner” and “bone”) and old-school/fantasy smut (more poetic, slow-burn, tons of worldbuilding).
- They joke about a future Smosh challenge: inventing the best themed smut euphemisms.
9. Fan Comments Round-Up
- [49:09 – 54:47]
- The trio reads out favorite recent YouTube comments:
- Price-pilled: “They basically made Amanda the battered wife to two Brokeback mountain men who can’t stop wanting each other.” [49:58]
- Amanda is compared to Sofia Vergara (“That’s incredible. ...I’m so honored.” [52:09])
- The infamous “what is Smosh even about?” running joke.
- Pins shared for off-the-wall and meta-commentary, plus shout-outs to international fans who learned English by watching Smosh.
- Discussion on fan art and fan in-jokes.
10. Pet Rats, Rat Phobia, and Weird Book Facts
- [65:05 – 67:31]
- Shayne tries to convince Amanda that pet rats are sweet, referencing a comment about a rat named Fluffernut Butter.
- Amanda: “Don’t they, like, burrow inside your stomach and eat your organs?” [66:47]
- Amanda confesses Ratatouille is genuinely hard for her to watch due to rat phobia (“That’s awesome. Nobody’s ever said that sentence before.” [67:12])
11. Final Thoughts, Ongoing Bits, and Farewells
- They joke about “little rat penis” (riffing on the smut euphemism trend).
- Amanda: “All have considerable lengths.” [69:04]
- Shayne and Trevor thank each other and the audience, tease the new studio, and encourage more wild comments and fan engagement.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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Shayne on Chosen Gathering:
“I genuinely felt like I was intruding on an event.” [14:09] -
Amanda on Fan Gatherings:
“People on Slack were being like, do you see this happening? ...it makes me want to go to the Philippines and be like, hey guys.” [17:02] -
Trevor on Philippines Basketball Song:
“They taught me this song called basketball, Basketball. And angst up, I believe, means like, tasty or something... it’s about sex.” [19:26] -
Amanda on “Velvet Wrapped Steel”:
“Velvet wrapped steel. Now I don’t know how I feel about it. I’m literally split.” [39:25]
“Should we come up with smut?” [57:25] -
On Rats/Ratatouille:
Amanda: “Ratatouille was hard for me to watch.” [67:11]
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Smosh studio move & new space: [01:30]
- Punch the Monkey saga: [06:25]
- “Chosen” fan gathering recap: [12:03]
- Amanda’s Philippine billboard birthday: [16:41]
- Pokécopia, Resident Evil, Smosh inside jokes: [21:31]
- Smut talk, favorite euphemisms: [37:12]
- Book talk/audiobook debate: [32:01, 34:56]
- Fan comments reading: [49:09]
- Pet rats & Amanda’s Ratatouille confession: [65:05]
- Farewells and closing jokes: [69:24]
Tone & Vibe
The episode is chaotic, playful, and brimming with in-jokes and tangents—exactly the unscripted, improv-heavy Smosh energy longtime fans love. Discussion flows rapidly between earnest fan appreciation, irreverent comedy, nerdy book debates, and wild personal stories.
For New Listeners
If you missed this episode, expect a fast-paced, friendly roast of each other, wildly tangential pop culture/literature discussions, and an unfiltered look at how Smosh’s oddball internet-cult fandom actively shapes what happens on the show. If you’re a fan (or just curious), the audience interaction and genuine warmth are a major highlight!