We're Here to Help – Episode 173: Boyfriend Doodies & Pro Boner Advice (with Jameela Jamil)
Release Date: May 21, 2025
Hosts: Jake Johnson & Gareth Reynolds
Guest: Jameela Jamil (Host of Wrong Turns)
1. Welcoming the Guest: Jameela Jamil [02:20 – 04:35]
The episode kicks off with the hosts introducing their special guest, Jameela Jamil, known for her podcast Wrong Turns. Jameela shares her experiences from the show, emphasizing its focus on celebrating life's missteps without forced optimism.
Notable Quote:
"I just feel as though I've overdosed on optimism from the Internet and how every terrible thing that happens to everyone has to have a fucking positive outcome." – Jameela Jamil [04:20]
2. Exploring Wrong Turns and Dark Humor [04:35 – 10:10]
Jameela delves deeper into the premise of Wrong Turns, highlighting stories where individuals faced significant embarrassments or failures without any silver linings. The conversation takes a humorous turn as Jameela and the hosts joke about unconventional beauty routines, including Jameela's quirky method involving salmon sperm facials.
Notable Interaction:
Jameela humorously describes her unique skincare routine:
"I buy it, I bring it back here. I have a tank. And then I have a separator." – Gareth Reynolds [02:26]
"Why do you put salmon sperm on your face?" – Jake Johnson [04:29]
3. Analyzing Odd Relationship Behaviors [10:10 – 27:38]
The discussion shifts to relationship dynamics, particularly focusing on a peculiar behavior where a professional hockey player leaves unexpectedly large turds in his girlfriend Jocelyn's shower. The hosts, along with Jameela, analyze this odd habit, speculating on possible reasons ranging from health issues like IBS to intentional acts of territorial marking.
Notable Quote:
"Sometimes we're just soaked in humiliation. This is a podcast for those people." – Jameela Jamil [04:20]
Notable Interaction:
Gareth and Jake mockingly adopt detective personas, attempting to solve the "mystery" of the boyfriend's unusual behavior, drawing parallels to the crime documentary First 48.
4. Listener Call-In: Jenna's Dilemma [36:01 – 58:38]
The episode features a call from Jenna, a nurse working in reproductive health, who shares her struggle with male friends seeking her medical advice about sensitive issues like bumps and discharges on their genitalia. Jenna finds herself overwhelmed as her expertise is taken advantage of, impacting her personal life.
Key Points Discussed:
- Jenna's friends view her as their personal medical resource, leading to incessant and intrusive inquiries.
- The hosts suggest various strategies to set boundaries, including professionalizing her advice through services like Venmo or redirecting friends to professional healthcare providers.
- Jameela encourages Jenna to assert her self-worth and value her time, proposing assertive yet humorous solutions to manage the influx of requests.
Notable Quote:
"My Google searches have been so crazy that one time I panicked and threw my laptop in the River Thames in London." – Jameela Jamil [10:29]
Notable Advice Pitch:
"Start charging for this service. How about $49.99 for advice on these issues?" – Jake Johnson & Gareth Reynolds [51:25]
5. Humorous Advice and Pitches [58:38 – 63:20]
The hosts continue to offer over-the-top, comedic advice to Jenna's predicament, blending mock seriousness with irreverent humor. Suggestions range from setting up payment systems for medical advice to public shaming via Venmo requests. The banter remains light-hearted, showcasing the hosts' chemistry and comedic timing.
Notable Interaction:
Jameela remarks on Jenna's growth and empowerment through the discussion, while Jake and Gareth brainstorm increasingly absurd solutions to Jenna's issue.
Notable Quote:
"If you have issues with managing your boundaries, that's what's got you in this mess." – Jameela Jamil [52:38]
6. Episode Wrap-Up and Final Banter [63:20 – 65:14]
As the episode draws to a close, the hosts briefly touch upon upcoming segments and promote their own podcast ventures. The final moments are filled with playful teasing and humorous exchanges, maintaining the episode’s entertaining tone.
Notable Interaction:
The hosts segue into promoting another podcast, Here to Make Friends, keeping the energy upbeat and engaging until the very end.
Key Takeaways:
- Embracing Imperfection: Jameela Jamil's Wrong Turns celebrates life's failures without forcing positivity, resonating with listeners who appreciate authentic storytelling.
- Setting Boundaries: Jenna's story underscores the importance of setting personal and professional boundaries, especially when expertise is being exploited.
- Humor in Advice: The hosts employ humor to address serious issues, making the content both entertaining and relatable.
Notable Quotes:
- "I just feel as though I've overdosed on optimism from the Internet." – Jameela Jamil [04:20]
- "Everybody shut up." – Jake Johnson [16:48]
- "You can't have your cake and eat it too." – Jake Johnson [33:45]
For those who haven't listened to this episode:
Episode 173 offers a blend of dark humor, heartfelt discussions, and unconventional advice, all anchored by the dynamic interaction between Jake, Gareth, and their guest Jameela Jamil. Whether you're navigating odd relationship behaviors or setting boundaries in your professional life, this episode provides both laughs and insights.
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