Wrong Turns with Jameela Jamil Episode: Beth Stelling and Amy Miller Release Date: May 29, 2025
Introduction
In the premiere episode of Wrong Turns, host Jameela Jamil welcomes two of her funniest friends, Beth Stelling and Amy Miller, to share their most mortifying and embarrassing stories. True to the show's tagline, "Wrong Turns: where dignity goes to die," the trio dives into tales devoid of morals or silver linings, embracing the chaos and hilarity of life's disasters.
Guest Introductions
Jameela Jamil begins by introducing her guests:
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Beth Stelling: An accomplished actress, writer, comedian, and podcaster known for her Netflix special If You Didn’t Want Me Then and co-host of the podcast Sweethearts.
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Amy Miller: A comedian with appearances on Netflix's Just a Joke Festival, her latest album California King, and the Comedy Central special Ham Mouth.
Notable Quote:
Jameela Jamil [01:50]: "She [Beth] is simply here to revel in each others’ misfortune."
Personal Embarrassing Stories
Amy Miller's Slumber Party Disaster [11:27–20:19]
Amy recounts a traumatic experience from her childhood slumber party during first grade. After an embarrassing incident involving uncontrollable diarrhea while alone with a veteran at a friend’s house, Amy had to endure the aftermath of being covered in mess and the logistical nightmare of being cleaned up by her aunt and father in the early hours.
Notable Quotes:
Amy Miller [15:19]: "I'm literally covered in helicopter sun."
Jameela Jamil [20:19]: "That is mad. With the craziest left wrong turn I have ever heard."
Beth Stelling's April Fool's Prank Gone Wrong [08:11–27:38]
Beth shares her attempt at an April Fool's prank by posting a fake pregnancy photo for a short film role. The prank backfires when she actually starts her period, leading to confusion and support from friends and fans, as well as teasing about her newfound potential as a mother.
Notable Quotes:
Beth Stelling [09:12]: "I ruined my own day."
Jameela Jamil [27:30]: "It is a crime."
Jameela Jamil's Childhood Stage Mishap [34:07–35:06]
Jameela narrates a story from her sixth-grade school play where forgetting to wear underpants led to an unintentional yet convincing performance as a deceased character. The incident left her mortified as she realized the audience believed she was genuinely dead.
Notable Quote:
Jameela Jamil [34:40]: "I'm such a great actress. Oh, my God."
Shared Experiences and Interactions
Discussion on Puberty and Sexuality [21:00–28:10]
The conversation shifts to puberty and the awkward moments of growing up. Amy and Beth discuss their own experiences with puberty-related embarrassments, such as dealing with menstrual periods during intimate moments.
Notable Quotes:
Amy Miller [20:43]: "If I am in pain, then it's like, no."
Beth Stelling [22:46]: "The enemy to Amy's sleepovers is a blue light from childhood to adulthood."
Adolescence and Gymnastics [29:22–33:59]
Beth and Amy delve into their gymnastics backgrounds, sharing how rigorous training from a young age led to physical mishaps. Beth recalls an incident where she believed landing on the balance beam caused her period due to blunt force trauma, highlighting the misunderstandings and vulnerabilities of childhood.
Notable Quotes:
Beth Stelling [30:07]: "I was like, well, I guess I got my period."
Amy Miller [31:01]: "Do you remember what happened next? They had to bathe you."
Notable Wrong Turns and Embarrassments
Beth Stelling and Brett Goldstein's Miscommunication [35:42–37:50]
Beth describes a mix-up involving comedian Brett Goldstein, where a joking suggestion to cast her as Nate's cousin on Ted Lasso leads to confusion within the casting department. Taking the joke seriously, Beth's manager is alerted, creating unnecessary chaos until Brett clarifies the misunderstanding.
Notable Quotes:
Beth Stelling [37:39]: "And you know what else? That's something I quite literally would never do."
Amy Miller [37:47]: "I understand that embarrassment."
Listener Story
Jameela shares a harrowing yet humorous story submitted by a listener about experiencing chest pain at the airport, which led to paramedics' intervention. The situation escalates when the listener mistakenly attributes small farts to severe medical issues, resulting in missing a flight and accumulating a hefty ER bill.
Notable Quote:
Jameela Jamil [38:21]: "She did somehow make it just in time to the ceremony, but her ER bill was $6,000, which she prices out as 3,000 per tiny fart."
Conclusion and Guest Promotions
As the episode wraps up, Jameela praises Beth and Amy for their candid and hilarious storytelling, highlighting how such shared disasters reveal true character traits. The guests promote their upcoming tours and special projects, encouraging listeners to follow their comedic endeavors.
Notable Quotes:
Jameela Jamil [39:23]: "Beth, Amy, before you go, can you tell us where we can find you and what you have out for people to see in this world?"
Amy Miller [39:36]: "You two are genuinely some of my favorite comics in the world."
Key Takeaways
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Embracing Imperfection: The episode underscores the importance of sharing and laughing at life's embarrassing moments, fostering a sense of camaraderie and relatability.
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Humor as Catharsis: Both Beth and Amy use humor to navigate and cope with their most humiliating experiences, demonstrating how laughter can be a powerful tool in overcoming personal disasters.
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Authentic Storytelling: Jameela's approach to unscripted, honest conversation creates an engaging atmosphere where guests feel comfortable revealing their most vulnerable moments.
Final Thoughts
Wrong Turns successfully sets the tone for a series dedicated to the unpolished, often cringe-worthy aspects of life. With Jameela Jamil at the helm and guests like Beth Stelling and Amy Miller, listeners are promised a blend of humor, honesty, and relatable tales that celebrate the chaos we all navigate.
Connect with the Guests:
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Beth Stelling: bethstelling.com | Netflix Special If You Didn’t Want Me Then | Podcast Sweethearts
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Amy Miller: amymillercomedy.com | Instagram @amymillercomedy
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