Smosh Mouth - Episode 96: Trying The Trickiest Tongue Twisters We Could Find

Release Date: June 2, 2025

1. Introduction and Guest Appearance

The episode kicks off with Shayne Topp introducing the show's theme and welcoming their guest, Courtney Miller. The hosts, Shayne and Amanda Lehan-Canto, alongside Courtney, set a playful and relaxed tone for the episode.

• [00:31] Courtney Miller: "Couldn't keep it together for 10 seconds."
• [00:44] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "Court just had an outburst of laughter, and we will not explain why."

2. Spotlight on Courtney's Podcast "URL"

Courtney takes the stage to discuss her own podcast, titled "URL", which recently launched on the Smosh Alike channel. The podcast delves into internet identity, exploring topics like TikToks, internet lore, and the digital selves we present online.

• [02:11] Courtney Miller: "It's called URL because it's talking about our identity, which a URL. He didn't know. I actually used to know what it stood for. It's, like, uniform."
• [03:16] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "It's so good because I watched you and Angela's episode and I was getting very nostalgic over all the Tumblr conversation."

Courtney elaborates on the creative process behind the podcast, including collaborations with notable guests like Grace Helbig, and praises the impressive set design that evokes a nostalgic Y2K vibe.

• [03:45] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "Remember, you got to choose the color of the back of the Mac."
• [03:57] Courtney Miller: "Which is incredible. It's so cool to sit down with such a legend. And she's so funny."

3. Transition to the Tongue Twisters Challenge

Shayne smoothly transitions the conversation towards the main segment of the episode: attempting some of the trickiest tongue twisters they could find. The idea stems from Courtney's desire to improve speaking clarity and annunciation.

• [12:06] Courtney Miller: "I'm so excited."
• [12:23] Courtney Miller: "When we did media training recently, I was like, I want to get better at how to talk good. Like annunciating."

4. The Tongue Twisters Attempt and Hilarity Ensues

The trio embarks on the tongue twisters challenge, adopting "news anchor" voices to add an extra layer of difficulty and humor. The segment is filled with laughter, attempts to maintain composure, and playful banter as they navigate through various challenging phrases.

• [22:37] Shane Topp: "Here we go. I'm going to start with the classic. We're starting with Peter Piper the classic."
• [23:21] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "Wow. It's a scary story, but you don't give a fuck."

Courtney takes her turn with the "Peter Piper" tongue twister, leading to multiple humorous attempts and mistakes.

• [25:18] Courtney Miller: "Good morning. Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."
• [25:29] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "Stop."

As the challenge progresses, the difficulty increases with more complex tongue twisters, resulting in bursts of laughter and light-hearted frustration.

• [32:12] Courtney Miller: "Good evening, Cincinnati. Fred fed Ted bread, and Ted fed Fred bread in bed."

The dynamic trio showcases their comedic chemistry, making the segment both entertaining and relatable for listeners who have struggled with similar tongue twisters.

5. Reflections on the Activity

After several attempts, the hosts reflect on the exercise's difficulty and the value of such challenges in improving speech and pronunciation.

• [37:01] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "I think it's trees. I think peas. And ths can be hard."
• [43:37] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "Kill that."

Shayne shares insights on his improvement over time, attributing it to frequent reading and practicing pronunciation.

• [54:16] Shane Topp: "I've gotten so much better at pronunciation from just doing it."

6. Conclusion and Future Episodes

The episode wraps up with a call to action for listeners to check out Courtney's new podcast "URL" on the Smosh Alike channel, highlighting upcoming collaborations and inviting the audience to stay tuned for more engaging content.

• [64:29] Courtney Miller: "Check it out. Guests Smash Alike."
• [64:33] Courtney Miller: "Good morning, Smosh alike. It is now news at 11am I love it."

Shayne and Amanda express their enthusiasm for future episodes, promising more fun and interactive segments.

• [66:07] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "I love it."
• [66:26] Courtney Miller: "That was awesome. I genuinely cannot look at you. This is you."

Notable Quotes:

• [22:37] Shayne Topp: "Here we go. I'm going to start with the classic. We're starting with Peter Piper the classic."
• [25:18] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "Stop."
• [37:01] Amanda Lehan-Canto: "I think it's trees. I think peas. And ths can be hard."
• [54:16] Shayne Topp: "I've gotten so much better at pronunciation from just doing it."

This episode of Smosh Mouth delivers a delightful mix of humor, camaraderie, and engaging conversations. From spotlighting Courtney's new podcast venture to the hilariously challenging tongue twisters segment, Shayne, Amanda, and Courtney provide listeners with an entertaining and laughter-filled experience. Whether you're a fan of witty banter or looking to enjoy some lighthearted fun, this episode has something for everyone.