Podcast Title: Smosh Mouth
Host/Author: Smosh
Episode: #32 - Taking Every Personality Quiz On The Internet
Release Date: February 5, 2024
Introduction
In episode #32 of Smosh Mouth, hosts Shayne Topp (referred to as Shane) and Amanda Lehan-Canto embark on a humorous and insightful journey through the vast landscape of online personality quizzes. Joined by a rotating Smosh friend, they explore everything from quirky BuzzFeed quizzes to the more traditional Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, all while sharing laughs and personal anecdotes.
Taking on the Disney Princess Quiz
The episode kicks off with Shane and Amanda delving into the ever-popular Disney princess quizzes, a nostalgic nod to their younger years.
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Shayne (00:42): "We're going to do that through a multitude of personality quizzes that we found some legit ones and mostly stupid ones."
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Amanda (00:55): "Yep. But ones that I really want to know, like, what Disney princess am I?"
As they navigate through questions about favorite Disney movies, fears, and ideal soulmates, the hosts not only reminisce about their childhood favorites but also playfully critique the results.
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Shayne (06:05): "But they were never, like, Meyer Briggs."
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Amanda (07:04): "What do you think I'm gonna say? Shit. You know what I'm gonna say? Bar."
Their choices—Amanda identifying as Tiana from The Princess and the Frog and Shane as Belle from Beauty and the Beast—spark a light-hearted debate about the accuracy and relatability of these quizzes.
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Amanda (14:31): "Tiana. You are confident and have set clear goals that you intend on reaching, no matter what the obstacle."
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Shayne (14:43): "I am Belle. That's who I want to be."
Exploring the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Transitioning from light-hearted quizzes, Shane and Amanda tackle the more psychologically grounded Myers-Briggs assessment, aiming to uncover deeper insights into their personalities.
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Shayne (30:00): "What we are. You regularly make new friends."
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Amanda (31:05): "I was like, oh, no, I'm married."
After completing the test, they reveal their results:
- Shayne: INFJ-T (Advocate)
- Amanda: ENFJ-A (Protagonist)
The hosts discuss the nuances of their types, reflecting on how accurate the results feel in capturing their essence.
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Shayne (54:32): "Your personality type is advocate. Advocates are quiet visionaries, often serving as inspiring and tireless idealists."
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Amanda (55:52): "Protagonists are inspiring, optimistic optimists. Optimists. Readily taking action to do what they feel is right."
They connect their results to famous personalities and fictional characters, adding a layer of relatability and humor.
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Shayne (57:39): "You got Skyler White from Breaking Bad."
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Amanda (58:35): "I'm Reign. I am a queen."
Diving into Additional Quizzes and Fun Segments
Beyond the main quizzes, Shane and Amanda engage in various other personality assessments, including BuzzFeed-style quizzes that determine suitable careers, ideal SAT scores, and even fictional character alignments.
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Shayne (60:07): "Which character do you... Lucas Scott from One Tree Hill."
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Amanda (60:35): "I am Rain. I am a queen."
These segments are filled with playful banter and candid reflections, showcasing the hosts' chemistry and ability to entertain while sharing genuine thoughts.
Insights, Reflections, and Conclusions
As the episode progresses, Shane and Amanda reflect on the nature of personality quizzes, debating their validity and the extent to which they truly represent an individual's character.
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Amanda (06:21): "I think it's hard to answer for yourself because I wish some of them had timers, because I think sometimes we answer what we want ourselves to answer."
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Shayne (31:27): "Seeing other people cry can easily make you feel like you want to cry too."
Their discussions reveal a blend of skepticism and fascination, acknowledging both the fun and the limitations of such assessments.
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Amanda (38:35): "You naturally are like, oh, God, here we go."
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Shayne (38:44): "I wish I could freeze time so that I could like... read a bunch of books and like watch a bunch of movies."
In closing, the hosts invite listeners to engage by sharing their own quiz results and reflections, fostering a sense of community and interaction.
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Amanda (63:53): "If you guys know what you are on the Myers Briggs tests, let us know in the comments."
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Shayne (64:04): "Let us know how many people get astronauts."
Conclusion
Episode #32 of Smosh Mouth seamlessly blends humor with self-exploration, as Shane and Amanda navigate through a series of personality quizzes. From playful Disney princess identifications to the more introspective Myers-Briggs results, the hosts provide an entertaining and relatable take on the quest to understand oneself. The episode not only offers laughs but also sparks thoughtful consideration about the tools we use to define our personalities.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps:
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Shayne (00:42): "We're going to do that through a multitude of personality quizzes that we found some legit ones and mostly stupid ones."
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Amanda (07:04): "I do love Belle."
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Shayne (30:00): "What we are. You regularly make new friends."
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Shayne (54:32): "Your personality type is advocate. Advocates are quiet visionaries, often serving as inspiring and tireless idealists."
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Amanda (63:53): "If you guys know what you are on the Meyer Briggs tests, let us know in the comments."
Note: Throughout the episode, Shane and Amanda maintain a light-hearted and candid dialogue, making the complex topic of personality assessments both accessible and entertaining for listeners.
