Two Hot Takes — Ep. 241: "Impractical Reactions?" Ft. Sal Vulcano

Release Date: November 6, 2025
Host: Morgan Absher
Guest: Sal Vulcano (Impractical Jokers)
Episode Theme: Morgan and Sal tackle a lineup of wild, awkward, and highly impractical relationship, workplace, and life dilemmas found across Reddit and listener submissions. Through equal parts empathy and hilarious incredulity, they break down why people react in such impractical (and often absurd) ways — including some jaw-dropping stories.

Episode Overview

In this episode, freshly-wed host Morgan Absher is joined by comedian and Impractical Jokers star Sal Vulcano. After a jubilant, animal-filled wedding recap and some light chatter, Morgan throws Sal into a gauntlet of Reddit and listener stories covering everything from prank lawsuits and scent-obsessed coworkers to relationship boundary violations, frat party chaos, and hilariously disastrous tattoos. Together, they dissect what makes these reactions "impractical," sharing comic relief, empathy, and plenty of memorable moments.

Highlights and Key Discussion Points

Honeymoon Recap & Wedding Shenanigans

[01:03–05:11]

• Morgan shares details from her recent wedding, featuring guests riding camels and donkeys, a magician, and tarot reader.
• Sal jokes about the sheer randomness, especially the camel:
  • “Camel, a donkey, and a magician. Three things. Never guessed you'd say that.” — Sal (02:09)
• Discussion about Magic Castle, dress code mishaps, and a promise to take Sal there in the future.

Story 1: "I Fucked Up by Microwaving My Socks at Work"

[06:14–11:18]

• Reddit user microwaves wet socks at work; synthetic fabric melts, triggers fire alarm, evacuating the building.
• Aftermath: HR emails everyone, user gets dubbed “Hot Socks.”
• Sal:
  • "I heard a core memory. I heard life. I heard a story that is only laughs now that it's passed." (07:42)
• Both reflect on workplace mishaps, with Sal recalling slicing his finger at a deli and the perils of meat slicers.

Story 2: "Am I the Asshole for Taking My Brother-in-Law to Small Claims Court Over a Prank?"

[11:18–18:23]

• At a family BBQ, brother-in-law superglues OP's belly button; ER needed, $2,253 bill. OP sues; family sides with prankster.
• Sal shifts opinion mid-story:
  • “When you first just said the top line, am I the asshole…? I was like, yes, you are. Then the more I listened — let’s be reasonable.” (13:19)
• They agree: pranks that send people to the ER (and cost thousands) are over the line.
• Sal on family’s lack of empathy: “Where's everybody else’s empathy for you?” (17:34)

Story 3: "Am I the Asshole for Refusing to Stop Washing My Hands Because My Coworker Is Sensitive to Smells?"

[18:25–29:19]

• Office “scent-free zone” due to one hypersensitive coworker; drama peaks when she smells soap on OP’s hands and demands hand-washing stop.
• Sal shares he’s “hypersensitive” to strong colognes but recognizes the coworker’s behavior is over-the-top and invasive.
  • “The woman's crazy for walking around smelling people and then making a huge to-do when she located [the ‘culprit’]. It’s not about her.” (22:57)
• They joke about armpits, gross-out triggers, and hand-washing stats.
• Notable quote:
  • “On average... touching doorknobs, you’re touching 10 dicks a day.” — Morgan (28:16)
  • Sal, incredulous: “How do you estimate that?” (29:36)

Tangent: Airplane/Bathroom Etiquette

[29:19–36:05]

• Extended riff on plane lavatory nightmares, the “Mile High Club,” public hygiene, and why Sal refuses to poop on flights.
• Morgan’s husband Justin shares his newfound “freedom” of using airplane toilets, describing it as a “Disney ride.” Morgan and Sal probe his prior reluctance.
• Quote:
  • “I will never, ever, in my life [poop on a plane].” — Sal (34:21)

Story 4: "Today I Fucked Up by Mooing on the Toilet… and It Worked"

[37:57–39:49]

• After abdominal surgery, Redditor finds advice online that “mooing” relaxes the pelvic floor — tries it, it works. Her husband walks in.
• Sal and the crew “test” low moos and are delighted by the sheer weirdness.
• Morgan: “Now, every last person is going to moo next time they go.” (41:01)

Story 5: "My Fiancé Edits Me Out of Our Vacation Photos"

[41:18–48:19]

• Listener writes in: after a trip, she discovers her fiancé edits her out of photos when she “looks bad.”
• Sal is LIVID:
  • “I would file for divorce. There's no coming back. What a weird… there's a lot to unpack there.” (42:38)
  • “That is problematic behavior… that could be a serial killer, that guy.” (43:28)
• Top Redditor theory: fiancé is trying to look single online.
• Discussion of control, red flags, and “illusion” excuses.

Story 6: "My Boyfriend Cheated in Front of Me but Says He Was Just Joking"

[49:25–62:43]

• College party. OP watches boyfriend respond to dare: he gives his male friend oral sex, laughs it off as a “silly party” thing.
• Sal is in disbelief:
  • “I have so many questions that are not going to be able to be answered… even the response back. Let’s play this conversation out.” (51:14)
  • Morgan and Sal speculate this is a failed attempt at testing boundaries or revealing bisexuality — not a “joke.”
• OP eventually posts an update: she dumped the boyfriend, is getting STI tested, and feels validated by commenters.
• Sal’s advice:
  • “Two months in — abort.” (53:28)

Story 7: Libido and Relationship Intimacy

[63:08–69:16]

• Morgan and Justin discuss mismatched libidos, “roommate mode,” and efforts to reconnect, including use of libido supplements and “razzle dazzle” foreplay.
• Comments highlight:
  • Lowering stress, focusing on pleasure-centric erotica, foreplay, and open communication.

Story 8: "Grandma’s Disastrous Tattoo"

[77:27–84:23]

• Submission: Grandmother wants paw print memorial tattoo for her dog; tattoo artist botches design horribly (misspelling, major design flaws).
• Sal’s review of the finished tat:
  • “You would name every single breed of dog before you said golden retriever… There’s nothing on here that looks like [one]… It’s very Wabi Sabi. It’s imperfect.” (79:10–80:30)
• Discussion on potential for lawsuits, tattoo nightmares, and the importance of picking the right artist.

Story 9: "Walked in on My Mom Eating My Dad’s Ass…"

[85:57–91:55]

• A listener details walking in on her parents during an explicit sex act and feeling (justifiably) scarred for life.
• Sal is simultaneously aghast and amused:
  • “That takes balls to type this… I would almost start to make myself believe it was an illusion.” (88:53)
  • “That is tough, man. That is tough.” (91:55)
  • He advocates soul-searching and says:
    • “Good for them… who am I to judge…? So be it.” (91:55)
• Morgan points out: at least the parents are still having fun — not a “dead bedroom.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On impractical reactions and pranks:
  • “Pranks shouldn’t involve the ER.” — Morgan, quoting Reddit comment (18:02)
• On unbearable workplace ‘scent enforcers’:
  • “This feels like a bit of a Karen situation.” — Morgan (23:52)
  • "I'm smelling something too, and it's crazy… Maybe it’s you." — Sal (24:04)
• On social media facades:
  • “That's a person… that could be a serial killer, that guy.” — Sal (re: photo-editing fiancé) (43:28)
• On witnessing regrettable things:
  • “It would never occur to me to see that — or, any of these experiences — then run and be like…” — Sal on parental trauma stories (92:43)
• On airplane bathrooms:
  • “I will never, ever, ever, in my life [poop on a plane].” — Sal (34:22)
• On the gift of closure:
  • “If you’re watching and you’re a fan of the show — do us a favor, please. We need closure on these things. Always send an update.” — Sal (61:08)
• On family mishaps:
  • "Good for them... who am I to judge?" — Sal, reconciling with parents' intimacy (91:55)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Wedding Recap: 01:03–05:11
• Hot Socks Story: 06:14–11:18
• Prank Lawsuit (Super Glue): 11:18–18:23
• Scent-Obsessed Workplace: 18:25–29:19
• Airplane Poop Tangent: 29:19–36:05
• Mooing on the Toilet: 37:57–39:49
• Partner Editing Out Vacation Photos: 41:18–48:19
• Cheating “Joke” at Frat Party: 49:25–62:43
• Libido/Intimacy Advice: 63:08–69:16
• Grandma’s Bad Tattoo: 77:27–84:23
• Walking in on Parents’ Sex Life: 85:57–91:55

Tone and Energy

The chemistry is equal parts empathy and comic incredulity. Morgan plays earnest, sometimes exasperated host, while Sal bounces from genuine compassion to “I-can’t-believe-this-is-real” hilarity. Both are quick to point out red flags, defend victims, and tease out the often-surreal reasoning behind these “impractical reactions.” Their exchanges are sprinkled with laughter, wild tangents, gentle roasts, and the kind of hot takes only comedians and Reddit connoisseurs can cook up.

Final Thoughts

This episode runs the gamut of absurd human behavior — from disastrous office mishaps and family pranks gone wrong to boundary-violating partners and totally unhinged party “jokes.” Whether unpacking why people go to court over super glue, how to handle a hand-washing tyrant, or what to do when you walk in on your parents… Morgan and Sal remind us: sometimes the most impractical reactions are also the most human. And sometimes, it’s just best to laugh, learn, and thank your lucky stars it’s not your story.

Listen to the full episode for all the wild details, or check the Two Hot Takes subreddit for updates to these stories!