Smosh Mouth Podcast Episode #29: Try Not To Laugh – The Rematch

Release Date: January 15, 2024

Hosts:

• Shayne Topp (Shane)
• Amanda Lehan-Canto (Amanda)
• Guest: Angela Jarashani

1. Welcome and Introduction to the Rematch

The episode kicks off with Shane welcoming listeners back to "Smosh Mouth" and introducing the rematch of their popular "Try Not To Laugh" (TNTL) game featuring their guest, Angela Jarashani.

Shane [00:35]:
"Welcome back to Smosh Mouth. I'm Shane."

Amanda [00:35]:
"And I'm Amanda. And we are going to do a TNTL round two with our lovely guest, Angela Jarashani."

Angela expresses her determination to perform better in this rematch, acknowledging the chaos of the previous episode and her increased preparation this time around.

Angela [00:43]:
"I did not prepare. And today, Shane and Amanda, I did prepare."

2. Game Setup and Rules

The hosts outline the rules for the TNTL rematch, emphasizing the goal to suppress laughter while engaging in various improv activities. A $40 gift card is at stake, awarded to the participant with the fewest laughs. Selena, another guest, is introduced to keep tally of laughs.

Shane [01:10]:
"We had more time to prepare as well... and there's a $40 gift card on the table, so Selena will be tallying who laughs and you want the lowest laughs to win."

The game consists of structured improv scenarios and impression challenges, each lasting 90 seconds, designed to test their ability to remain composed and avoid laughter.

Shane [01:30]:
"We have some scenarios here, just little improv situations that will flip that Timer. It'll be 90 seconds where we have to act it out but not laugh."

3. Personal Stories and Preparations

Before diving into the game, the hosts share personal anecdotes to set a lighthearted tone. Amanda recounts an embarrassing incident involving a full cup of juice, adding humor and relatability to the conversation.

Amanda [04:45]:
"I put my whole fist in someone's cup of juice... and my hand was covered in turmeric, and I was very embarrassed."

Shane and Angela tease Amanda about her IMDb entries and past projects, highlighting the camaraderie and playful competition among the hosts.

Shane [02:03]:
"Last time, Angela, I found some old scripts from projects you worked on."

4. Impressions Round

The first segment of the game involves pulling from a fishbowl filled with celebrity impressions. Each host attempts to perform impressions without breaking their composure. Angela delivers a notable impression of Tom Hanks, which earns her a tally point.

Angela [12:14]:
"I can do the chosen, but I was doing a bad chosen to make you laugh."

Shane [13:06]:
"That was Shane Tops accepting his Oscar for Uppies. Thank you, Shane."

Amanda contributes by reading scripts she's been part of, further intensifying the competitive spirit.

5. Reading Scripts and Fanfiction

Angela, feeling slighted by Shane's earlier antics, retaliates by presenting scripts she authored. These scripts include both original content and fanfiction, which provide ample opportunities for humor and unexpected laughs.

Angela [17:59]:
"Because I don't think any of it's gonna work, but I'm gonna fucking try."

One standout moment involves a fake voicemail from Shane's delivery driver, blending absurdity with comedic timing.

Shane [16:30]:
"I got the most insane voicemail last night... it's stage four of death, and it looks like it's a mix of gonorrhea and herpes and an ingrown hair."

The group reacts with laughter, tallying points based on their reactions to each script and voicemail.

6. Tallying and Conclusion

As the game progresses, the hosts keep track of their laughter tallies. Despite Amanda's numerous attempts, Shane maintains his lead with fewer laughs, prompting him to double the prize to a $60 gift card for the next rematch.

Shane [57:32]:
"I think I won again. He cannot win again. He cannot win again. He cannot win again."

Angela and Amanda express their determination to strategize better for future rounds, hinting at more elaborate attempts to make Shane laugh.

Amanda [64:49]:
"And, bro, next time I'm just going."

The episode wraps up with the hosts expressing their enjoyment of the rematch and encouraging listeners to participate by suggesting prompts for future games.

Shane [65:19]:
"Write in the comments if you have any prompts that you want us to do to try to."

Notable Quotes

• Shane [00:35]:
  "Welcome back to Smosh Mouth. I'm Shane."

• Angela [00:43]:
  "I did not prepare. And today, Shane and Amanda, I did prepare."

• Amanda [04:45]:
  "I put my whole fist in someone's cup of juice... and my hand was covered in turmeric, and I was very embarrassed."

• Shane [17:59]:
  "Because I don't think any of it's gonna work, but I'm gonna fucking try."

• Shane [57:32]:
  "I think I won again. He cannot win again. He cannot win again. He cannot win again."

Conclusion

Episode #29 of "Smosh Mouth" delivers an entertaining rematch of the "Try Not To Laugh" game, featuring humorous performances, creative scripts, and playful competition among hosts Shane, Amanda, and Angela. The addition of a higher prize for future episodes promises continued fun and engaging content for listeners.