Podcast Title: Smosh Mouth
Episode: #38 - The Eat It Or Yeet It Retrospective w/ Garrett Palm
Release Date: March 18, 2024
Hosts: Shayne Topp, Amanda Lehan-Canto
Guest: Garrett Palm

Introduction

In episode #38 of Smosh Mouth, hosts Shayne Topp and Amanda Lehan-Canto welcome Garrett Palm, a cherished member of the Smosh community known for his pivotal role in the popular segment "Eat It Or Yeet It." The trio delves deep into the origins, evolution, and memorable moments of the show, alongside exploring Garrett's personal interests and adventures.

Garrett Palm’s Journey with Smosh

Shayne: "Welcome, Garrett. It's great to have you here today." [00:34]

Garrett shares his experience within the Smosh team, highlighting the slow period in the industry and his continuous efforts despite the challenges. He mentions working on his own podcast, "Agents of Travel," which focuses on travel adventures and interviews with guests about their journeys.

Garrett: "My partner Rachel and I, we loosely have characters. We're secret agents for the national tourism office, and we bring on guests and interrogate them about their previous trips that they've taken." [02:05]

The Birth and Evolution of "Eat It Or Yeet It"

The conversation shifts to the creation and development of "Eat It Or Yeet It," one of Smosh's most beloved segments.

Shayne: "The idea originally was there was no bell. It was like the food would show up, and everyone would just reach for the food to try to grab it and stuff it in their mouth." [06:10]

Garrett explains his role as the show's chef, responsible for concocting bizarre and challenging food items without formal training, relying instead on recipes and cooking videos. This improvisational approach led to the unique and often disgusting dishes that became the show's trademark.

Amanda: "Do you always know that some foods were gonna be like, yes, naughty, and some were gonna be nice?"

Garrett: "* Yeah. Cause that was the original pitch.*" [09:47]

Iconic Moments and Fan Favorites

The trio reminisces about standout episodes and unforgettable food creations that left both cast and viewers in stitches.

• Literal Mud Pie: Shane recounts his surprising enjoyment of a deceptively disgusting-looking mud pie, which turned out to be a delicious mix of chocolate and graham crackers.

  Shayne: "It could have ended there and I'd have been like that to me, was what I wanted out of this show." [30:02]

• Malic Acid Catastrophes: Garrett discusses the challenges of infusing dishes with malic acid, leading to extreme reactions from the cast, particularly Olivia, who couldn't handle the sourness.

  Garrett: "It was the first, like, full chaos moment on Eat it or Yeet it that I can remember." [22:44]

• Yogurt with Tuna: Amanda shares her least favorite dish—yogurt infused with tuna—which physically made her feel ill.

  Amanda: "It was dairy fermented sour with the tuna that I felt physically ill." [67:10]

Shayne: "Nothing came close to that." [66:16]

The Creative Process Behind the Gross

Garrett delves into his method for creating repulsive dishes, often wandering through grocery stores for inspiration and experimenting with unusual ingredient combinations to maximize the "gross factor."

Garrett: "I would just kind of wander grocery stores and kind of see things on the shelves." [12:18]

He compares his approach to a mad scientist, mixing flavors and textures to challenge the cast's palates, often leading to memorable disgust and laughter.

Garrett's Travels and Vegetarian Lifestyle

Beyond his contributions to Smosh, Garrett discusses his passion for travel and his vegetarian lifestyle, which sometimes poses challenges during his adventures.

Garrett: "India was so good. When I first got there, there was this one restaurant... they were all so good." [46:08]

He recounts his experiences in places like Timbuktu and Beirut, navigating vegetarian options and the cultural nuances of food in different regions.

Shayne: "You've been to five continents?"

Garrett: "I've been to five. I've yet to go to Antarctica." [51:07]

Apology and Good-Natured Teasing

A humorous segment unfolds as Shayne apologizes for a past impression Garrett made, which inadvertently mocked Garrett's coffee club invitation. The trio engages in playful banter, ultimately reaffirming their camaraderie and mutual respect.

Shayne: "I felt very bad about it. I didn't mean it to be mean." [56:39]

Garrett: "No, no, Shane, I forgive you." [59:27]

Conclusion and Future Endeavors

As the episode wraps up, Shayne, Amanda, and Garrett discuss future projects and Garrett's ongoing work on his podcast season two, hinting at exciting collaborations and new content for fans to look forward to.

Garrett: "Agents of travel." [68:28]

The hosts express their gratitude for Garrett's contributions and enthusiasm for upcoming adventures, both in food creations and travel escapades.

Shayne: "Eat it or eat it. One of the best shows on Smosh of all time. Thanks to you." [69:00]

Notable Quotes

• Shayne: "The mindset is that no good food was actually good because by the end of it." [10:00]

• Amanda: "If you're listening to this, don't get the blade." [61:47]

• Garrett: "How early on did you know if you were having fun or in over your head? I was having fun." [11:02]

Key Takeaways

• "Eat It Or Yeet It" remains a significant part of Smosh's legacy, thanks to Garrett Palm's innovative and often repulsive culinary creations.

• Garrett’s background in travel and his vegetarian lifestyle add depth to his character, enriching the show's dynamics.

• Memorable and challenging food segments continue to engage fans, showcasing the hosts' willingness to push boundaries for humor.

• The episode underscores the importance of camaraderie and mutual respect within the Smosh team, highlighting the fun and creative environment that drives their content.

This retrospective episode offers both nostalgic insights and fresh perspectives, celebrating the enduring impact of "Eat It Or Yeet It" while spotlighting Garrett Palm's multifaceted contributions to the Smosh family.