"Handsome" is a podcast from comedians Tig Notaro, Fortune Feimster, and Mae Martin. Every week, the handsome hosts field a question from a friend and attempt to answer it together, covering every subject you could think of. Along the way, Tig, Fortune and Mae tell plenty of stories and just generally have a ridiculous time.
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Mae Martin recounts her isolated Lake Arrowhead retreat and a hilariously disastrous hot dog date, while Tig Notaro shares details of her rejuvenating Iceland trip, including a unique culinary experience and some playful rule-breaking. The episode also pays a heartfelt tribute to the late poet Andrea Gibson and features a question from Abbi Jacobson about finding one's personal style, leading to a candid discussion about fashion choices and self-perception.
Tig and Fortune delve into personal fitness, with Tig discussing starting a new training regimen at 54 and Fortune sharing her home gym routine and body goals. They then answer listener questions, revealing their dream bands to join—Tig's choice is the Indigo Girls, sharing amusing anecdotes, while Fortune dreams of joining The Chicks. The hosts also share their favorite words, leading to a fun, candid discussion.
Tig, Mae, and Fortune recount their recent adventures, from Mae's trip to Portugal and unique hot springs to shared childhood memories with their brothers. They delve into nostalgic pop culture like Buffy and Xena, and hilariously describe their personal habits, including Mae's extensive trivia knowledge and Tig's gym routine. The episode culminates in a discussion of guest Zach Cherry's relatable question about the best ways to waste a full 10 hours, featuring humorous anecdotes, the debut of Fortune's new character "Amelia," and an unexpected detour into zombie movie dongs.
Fortune and Mae record in person, sharing insights into their personalities, emotional processing, and approaches to therapy. They then delve into listener questions, revealing their favorite party games including a unique BAFTA-played "tissue shoulder" game, and hilariously ponder which historical figures they'd want to be ghosted by after a bizarre date. The episode concludes with a surprising discussion of their preferred chores, from decluttering closets to hedge trimming.
Handsome takes some time to remember our friend Andrea Gibson, and the hosts answer a fitting question from Kristen Schaal about the afterlife. Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune Feimster Follow us on social media @handsomepod Merch at handsomepod.com Watch Handsome on YouTube This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter , Instagram , and Tiktok . Advertise on Handsome via Gumball.fm . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
On this episode, Fortune Feimster and Tig Notaro dive into listener questions, beginning with a humorous exploration of pet names and the unexpected places they pop up. They then share their most frivolous regrets, from selling a lake house to missing out on a dinosaur costume gig, before engaging in a lively discussion about bumper sticker ideas, inspired by a listener's query. The hosts conclude with personal anecdotes and upcoming tour dates.
The hosts celebrate their 100th episode by reflecting on their personal growth and deepening friendship over two years. They share surprising insights about each other and discuss life's big questions, particularly why people change their social and political views without explanation. The episode also touches on finding work-life balance and the podcast's role as a lighthearted escape.
Mae Martin and Fortune Feimster record their first in-person "Pretty Little Episode," sharing personal updates like competitive foosball, self-care routines, and summer plans. They delve into listener questions, including a lively discussion about flying dreams and the hosts' unique experiences with them. The episode concludes with a fascinating segment on their respective
Tig, Mae, and Fortune hilariously unpack their diner orders and what they supposedly reveal about them, as prompted by guest Bowen Yang. The conversation spirals into diverse topics, from Mae's vivid cheese dreams and the hosts' social media habits to Fortune's travel plans and a deep dive into the Netflix show "The Queer Ultimatum." They also explore the challenges of meet-and-greets and the psychological impact of reality television.
Tig shares her intense recovery from the shingles vaccine. The hosts then discuss their summer plans, including Fortune's trip to Iceland, before diving into listener questions about being early adopters and hypothetical tattoos. Fortune recounts a memorable story about her high school friend, Leopard Larry, and a comical fishing attempt.
The Handsome hosts, joined by guest Alison Brie, delve into the concept of identity and personality evolution. They share humorous personal anecdotes, from Mae's childhood nicknames and an accidental foosball tournament win, to Tig's experiences navigating public bathrooms and Fortune's impactful journey of self-discovery after coming out. The episode explores how individuals adapt their personas, are influenced by others, and ultimately find their authentic selves, mixed with discussions on comedic influences and dating in bygone eras.
Hosts Mae Martin and Fortune Feimster delve into a range of topics, starting with personal habits like back cracking and fidgeting, before sharing insights into their current and upcoming acting projects, including a thriller and an action series. They then engage with listener questions, exploring hypotheticals such as what story they'd write as journalists—leading to reflections on optimism, creative support for youth, and acts of kindness. The episode lightens up with a nostalgic trip down memory lane, recalling memorable commercial jingles and theme songs, and concludes with a fun hypothetical about transforming into vehicles.
Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune Feimster delve into personal updates, including Fortune's mother's standing ovation in Nashville and Mae's surreal trip to Nantucket's Whaling Museum, leading to a discussion about cannibalism at sea. They then answer Rhett & Link's question about their ideal Rube Goldberg-style morning routine machines, revealing quirky preferences. The episode concludes with a segment on their first Pride experiences, Tig's career-defining coffee shop job, and plans for a future "Handsome" wellness retreat.
Mae and Tig answer your urgent questions about famous friends and what kind of lunatic likes to sit in the middle seat of an airplane, on another perfectly Pretty Little Episode! Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune Feimster Submit questions to speakpipe.com/handsomepod Follow us on social media @handsomepod Merch at handsomepod.com Watch Handsome on YouTube This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter , Instagram , and Tiktok . Advertise on Handsome via Gumball.fm ....
This week, Mae recounts fascinating and bizarre encounters from her recent tour, including a fan who found her note behind a painting and an unexpected hand lotion prank. Fortune opens up about her recent divorce and navigating personal challenges while focusing on finding light and positivity. The hosts also answer an audience question from the legendary Cyndi Lauper, who asks about their interest in writing cookbooks, sparking creative and humorous ideas for potential culinary ventures.
Mae and Fortune dive into listener questions, first planning a hypothetical queer film festival by listing their favorite queer and queer-coded movies. They then shift gears to discuss ideas for a children's television show, exploring Mae's live concept, Fortune's animated pitch, and a listener's creative pop art concept. The episode concludes with personal updates and upcoming plans.
Musician G Flip asks the Handsome hosts what they wanted to be when they grew up. The hosts share surprising childhood aspirations, from vets and architects to construction workers and itinerant poets. The conversation also touches on personal topics, including processing family relationships and emotional releases, interspersed with humorous anecdotes and updates on their lives.
Tig and Mae share hilarious stories about wild bachelor and bachelorette parties, including unexpected celebrity sightings and parental surprises. They also dive into the quirks of items they've inexplicably carried throughout their adult lives, discuss the challenges of different performance types, and touch on kid-related anecdotes, from names to frog obsessions.
Fortune shares an emotional update about her mother's recent cancer diagnosis, discussing the challenges of navigating the news and the incredible support from their community. The hosts reflect on the randomness of life and the importance of connections. Later, actress Monica Barbaro asks a fun question: what would you do if you could talk to animals? The hosts give creative answers, ranging from uncovering ocean secrets to easing their pets' anxieties.
Fortune recounts her experience attending a NASCAR race for the first time, and Tig reflects on her life's adventures and feeling fulfilled. They dive into listener questions, brainstorming personal pro-wrestling names and discussing the least true compliments they've received. The hosts also share thoughts on how they react in crisis situations.
Allison Williams joins the Handsome hosts to ask about the most banal superpower they wish they could instantly download. The trio discusses desired everyday skills like singing like Kelly Clarkson, effortless cooking, mastering gardening, and even the ability to nap easily. They also share personal anecdotes, including hometown crime stories, dating updates, and the pronunciation of 'Pontius Pilate.'
Tig and Mae host a "pretty little episode," starting with tech glitches and Tig's deep dive into her family's baseball obsession. They discuss Mae's literal nature and a funny childhood story, then share a fun recent activity. Listener questions prompt conversations about ideal walk-on music and a series of embarrassing travel mishaps, including a misunderstanding in Ireland and family travel tension.
The hilarious Caleb Hearon is asking today's question... and Handsome really makes a meal out of it! This episode's got it all, from an impromptu modeling session, to fact-checking Tik Tok skydiving memes, to the three hosts talking Chili's triple dipper (not a sponsor)! Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune Feimster Follow us on social media @handsomepod Merch at handsomepod.com Watch Handsome on YouTube This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter , Instagram , and ...
Mae and Fortune chat about listener locations, Japanese culture, personal stories inspired by family and observations, and discuss unconventional self-help methods like spells. They answer listener questions about getting in trouble at school, sharing childhood anecdotes, and explore potential sitcom premises based on their lives, including Fortune's experience filming a pilot.
The hilarious stand up comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes (Mad TV, Netflix) asks the Handsome hosts what makes them grateful, but most importantly what makes them steaming *mad*! Plus Fortune's incredible gift card story, a walrus joke for the ages, and a whole lotta good Handsome vibes! Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune Feimster Follow us on social media @handsomepod Merch at handsomepod.com Watch Handsome on YouTube This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter , Ins...
Mae and Tig explore the positive aspects of middle school years, share awkward personal anecdotes about house hunting and celebrity neighbors, and delve into their unique personal superstitions, from cracking doors to avoiding 'dream water.' They also chat about Mae's new music, vegetable preferences, and past attempts at writing poetry.
Jonathan Van Ness asks the Handsome hosts who they would switch places with for a day. Mae chooses Harry Styles, Tig chooses her late mother, and Fortune considers big names like Oprah and Mick Jagger before JVN reveals their surprising choice: Stormi Webster. The conversation also drifts into childhood memories, strange Simpsons references, pronounciation debates, and the hosts' desire for more live shows.
Mae and Fortune discuss their morning routines, including coffee walks and encountering Handsome listeners. They ponder animal reincarnation, debating whether to be pampered house cats or loyal golden retrievers. The hosts also delve into the nature versus nurture debate, sparked by a listener's experience with donor siblings, and wrap up with birthday celebrations and quirky animal encounters.
Charlotte Ritchie joins the Handsome podcast to ask about opening a shop, sparking a discussion about puppets, vegan food stores, and coffee shop/cocktail bars. The hosts share personal anecdotes, debate business profitability, and explore various shop concepts. They also touch on topics like lobbying for the arts, Canadian elections, and their attraction to Pitbull.
Tig discusses the awkwardness of ADR work for fight and sex scenes, while Mae and Tig share their comfort levels with on-screen intimacy. The hosts brainstorm escape room themes, discuss claustrophobia, and share their favorite beautiful places they've visited. They also touch on travel, learning capital cities, and express gratitude to listeners.
