We're Here to Help
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Jake Johnson (New Girl, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse) and Gareth Reynolds (The Dollop) don't feel qualified to give strangers good advice. Most of their friendship over the last 15 years has been based around dumb bits, but they do (for better or worse) want to try to help people out. Like your friendly local bartender or your tipsy uncle at a family gathering, Jake and Gareth are on the caller's side and trying to help. Each episode, the guys make several pitches to callers (whose questions range from trivial to serious) with their best attempts of advice. They can't promise their suggestions will be perfect, but it will be the best they've got. Jake and Gareth also occasionally bring on a friend, peer or even an expert to help along the way. Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com. Watch episodes early Sundays and Tuesdays on Hulu.
Episodes
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Mar 4, 2026 • 50min
267: Bad Girl of Trader Joe's & Model Hands (with Kyle Mooney)
Kyle Mooney, comedian and former SNL performer known for sketch work with The Good Neighbor, joins to swap stories and oddball strategies. They spark grocery-store jealousy, debate confronting a ghosted Trader Joe's hire, and brainstorm hilarious disguise and apology plans. Later they dissect why someone wears fingerless gloves and pitch playful 'model hands' tactics.
Mar 2, 2026 • 1h 12min
266: Law & Order: Toe-rgy
A bizarre rumor about two climbers allegedly interlocking toes at a gym sparks a community-style investigation. They trace the claim to a bakery witness, plan Columbo-like recon, and even film a toe-interlock test. Humor, foot commentary, polygraph talk, and reluctant witnesses keep the mystery alive.
Feb 25, 2026 • 58min
265: A Noticeable Boner & Accordion Mistress (with Michael Angarano)
Michael Angarano, actor known for roles like Devil in Disguise, joins to swap on-set stories and wild stunt memories. They tackle a caller’s awkward workplace erection with practical concealment tricks and inventive deterrents. Later, a reluctant partner blocks an accordion dream, prompting a sly plan of secret lessons, surprise performance, and compromise.
Feb 23, 2026 • 1h 13min
264: Keeper of the Balls & Kids Like You
A man tries to break into a tight-knit local church basketball league and the hosts plot playful strategies to get him on the court. A middle-school teacher wrestles with class clowns and they brainstorm ways to channel chaos into performance skills. A follow-up about a neighbor doormat spat wraps things up with comic resolution.
Feb 20, 2026 • 59min
263: WEIRD Here to Help: Wolf Moon Eddy & Vanhattan Burger Fairy
A caller worries about moving into a 1700s Newport house and the hosts riff on haunting theories, smudging, and reclaiming the space. They dig into local mystics, researching house history, and staging rituals to feel safer. Later, a Burgerville worker pitches a new creative role and the hosts brainstorm surreal, low-budget ad ideas like a burger 'spread fairy' and spec spots to prove value.
Feb 18, 2026 • 1h 4min
262: One and Done & 45 Minutes to Bedtime (with Karley Sciortino)
Karley Sciortino, writer and creator known for sex-positive media, joins to talk about her Substack and creative projects. Conversations range from tasteful ways to gift a vibrator discreetly to playful tactics for spicing up bedtime routines. Short, practical ideas and role-play signals get spotlighted in lively, humorous discussion.
Feb 16, 2026 • 1h 11min
261: Get In My Hole & Piano Time Is Piano Time
They investigate a mysterious cistern-like hole in a suburban basement and hatch a creative retrieval plan involving climbers, flyers, and a rope ladder. They also tackle awkward piano lessons, debating blurred boundaries and coaching a plan to make practice sacred and social time separate.
Feb 11, 2026 • 1h 4min
260: A Disgusting Session & Poke the Bear (with Lamorne Morris)
Lamorne Morris, actor and comedian known for his sharp wit, joins to bring comedic insight and advice. They tackle a teacher’s awkward sexual dreams with bold, humorous reframes. Then they plot covert and creative ways to silence blasting pop music at a pilates studio. Quick, funny, and a little gross.
Feb 9, 2026 • 1h 14min
259: Crochet Court & Very Noise Very Loud
Murphy, a Queens caller wrestling with a roommate who camps on the living-room couch, and Sarah, a crocheter planning a giant weighted elephant for her best friend. They dive into tactical plans to reclaim shared space and stage a playful 'crochet court' negotiation. Expect practical strategies, absurd comedy, and a quick Zoom intervention.
Feb 6, 2026 • 55min
258: WEIRD Here to Help: Velour Jet Suit & The Special K's
Playful solutions for a long-suffering Jets fan who wants to turn a velour tracksuit into a lucky charm. Creative rituals and pop-culture rituals for charging apparel with winning energy. A workplace nickname dilemma about multiple K names gets quirky branding and snack-inspired options. A feel-good follow-up about reconnecting with family and exploring witch lineage and tarot plans.
