Shut Up I’m Talking
Shut Up I’m Talking
What do you get when naivety meets extraordinary opportunity? This podcast. An authentic and hilarious insight into the weird, wonderful and endlessly curious brains of two firmly Gen Z YouTubers who have grown up in the intense spotlight of the internet. Meet Tom Simons, aka TommyInnit, and Jack Manifold every week as they open up their diaries and try to make sense of the internet-famous-meets-normal-real-life lives they are living.
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Jun 29, 2025 • 1h 2min
42: Do We Look Gay? (Q&A Special)
This week, TommyInnit and Jack Manifold are answering your biggest (and strangest) questions in a brutally honest Q&A episode. From legacy, creativity, and consciousness to cheese, the force, and guilty pleasures, nothing is off the table.Topics include: What is TommyInnit’s favourite cheese? Where to draw the line between consciousness and unconsciousness?Does Jack Manifold meditate? Quorn vs corned beef Favourite animated movies What would you do if you woke up as a woman? Does TommyInnit look gay? How do you accept the ‘everything is crap’ phase of creating stuff? Guilty pleasuresHow much does legacy matter? Favourite quick meal recipesWhat does Jack Manifold smell like?How has touring changed Jack and Tom? Subscribe to our Patreon here for bonus weekly episodes and chance to ask future questions: https://www.patreon.com/c/shutupimtalkingWritten & presented by: Tom Simons & Jack ManifoldExecutive producer: Mirren MaceDirected by: Mirren MaceProducer: Russell NoonProduction coordinator: Tori SheardSocial media: Tori SheardCamera, sound & lighting: Owen Rogers & Hazar AyyildizEditor: Owen RogersShorts editor & Thumbnail: SnikrepSet design: Mirren MaceThis episode was recorded on 10/06/25 Follow us: IG: https://www.instagram.com/shutuplmtalking/X: https://x.com/shutup1mtalkingTikTok: https://tiktok.com/shutup1mtalking
Jun 22, 2025 • 1h 2min
41: We Were Almost Kidnapped
TommyInnit and Jack Manifold have enjoyed a blissful week apart and are happy to be back in the UK. They reminisce about their time in Australia and Singapore, and catch up on what they have been doing since returning from their tour. They reflect on:- Jack's worst moment in Singapore - When Tom and Jack got into a car with a stranger - How close they were to being kidnapped - Hanging out with koalas and kangaroos in Australia - How Australian fans are the best - Homesickness while in Singapore - Haunted hotels Also: - Jack has a new segment idea - Tom has become really into cleaning - Jack has been gaming and drinking beer - Ghost paranoia- Tom has a spiritual moment - Worm update↓ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES ↓ https://www.patreon.com/c/shutupimtalkingWritten & presented by: Tom Simons & Jack ManifoldExecutive producer: Mirren MaceDirected by: Mirren MaceProducer: Russell NoonProduction coordinator: Tori SheardSocial media: Tori SheardCamera, sound & lighting: Owen Rogers & Hazar AyyildizEditor: Owen RogersShorts editor & Thumbnail: SnikrepSet design: Mirren MaceThis episode was recorded on 10/06/25 Follow us: IG: https://www.instagram.com/shutuplmtalking/X: https://x.com/shutup1mtalkingTikTok: https://tiktok.com/shutup1mtalkin
Jun 15, 2025 • 1h 4min
40: Fitz & SwaggerSouls drop the mask...
TommyInnit and Jack Manifold are joined by Fitz and SwaggerSouls, gaming YouTubers and founders of ‘Misfits’, for an unfiltered chat in Melbourne. They share chaotic stories, ranging from bad edibles and drug myths to why SwaggerSouls remains faceless.Highlights:- How Fitz & SwaggerSouls rose to prominence on YouTube- Why SwaggerSouls opts to conceal his face- Faceless YouTubing, anxiety, and growing up online- Worst drug experiences and their stance of ‘no pills, no powders’- Jack does a shoey- Tom shares his anti-flirting strategy- Everybody reminisces about ‘Twink-Schlatt’- Is it okay to go clubbing alone?- What is the meaning of life?↓ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & MONTHLY JACKTIVITIES ↓https://www.patreon.com/c/shutupimtalkingWritten & presented by: Tom Simons & Jack ManifoldExecutive producer: Mirren MaceDirected by: Mirren MaceProducer: Russell NoonProduction coordinator: Tori SheardSocial media: Tori SheardCamera, sound & lighting: Eryn FilmsEditor: Owen RogersShorts editor & Thumbnail: SnikrepThis episode was recorded on 27/05/25 in MelbourneFollow us:IG: @shutuplmtalkingX: @shutup1mtalkingTikTok: @shutup1mtalking
Jun 8, 2025 • 1h 1min
39: We need time apart
The boys have been on the road for too long now. Will this tour bring them together or tear them apart? They discuss their friendship in detail in this week's episode. ↓ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & MONTHLY JACKTIVITIES ↓https://www.patreon.com/c/shutupimtalkingWritten & presented by: Tom Simons & Jack ManifoldExecutive producer: Mirren MaceDirected by: Mirren MaceProducer: Russell NoonProduction coordinator: Tori SheardSocial media: Tori SheardCamera, sound & lighting: Eryn FilmsEditor: Owen RogersShorts editor & Thumbnail: SnikrepThis episode was recorded on 18/05/25 in PerthFollow us:IG: @shutuplmtalkingX: @shutup1mtalkingTikTok: @shutup1mtalking
Jun 1, 2025 • 1h 5min
38: The MatPat & Steph Exclusive
MatPat, a YouTube legend known for his Game Theory channels, and Stephanie, his partner and co-creator, dive into their lives post-retirement. They share heartfelt stories about building their digital empire and the challenges of balancing personal and professional worlds. With humor, they discuss their early creative struggles, reflections on a tumultuous theater career, and lessons learned from a backfired brand deal. Their candid anecdotes reveal insights into self-acceptance and navigating relationships, making for an inspiring and entertaining conversation.
May 25, 2025 • 1h 8min
37: America is a mess
The boys are in America! This week, they discuss hilarious (and sometimes terrifying) stories from the road, including strange characters, humbling experiences and staying in a different state each night. ↓ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES ↓https://www.patreon.com/c/shutupimtalkingSee Tom & Jack on the road in Australia & Singapore for 'The Survival Tour' - Tickets here: ↓https://tommyinnit.com/Written & presented by: Tom Simons & Jack ManifoldExecutive producer: Mirren MaceDirected by: Mirren MaceProducer: Russell NoonProduction coordinator: Tori SheardSocial media: Tori SheardCamera, sound & lighting: Eryn FilmsEditor: Owen RogersShorts editor & Thumbnail: SnikrepThis episode was recorded on 27/04/25 in LAFollow us:IG: @shutuplmtalkingX: @shutup1mtalkingTikTok: @shutup1mtalking
May 18, 2025 • 1h 10min
36: Dax Flame is too funny for us
In this rollercoaster episode, Tom and Jack meet up with Daxflame in LA to talk about stand-up comedy, acting in Hollywood, and causing chaos on the internet. ↓ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR A WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES ↓https://www.patreon.com/c/shutupimtalkingSee Tom & Jack on the road in America, Australia & Singapore for 'The Survival Tour' - Tickets here: ↓https://tommyinnit.com/Written & presented by: Tom Simons & Jack ManifoldExecutive producer: Mirren MaceDirected by: Mirren MaceProducer: Russell NoonProduction coordinator: Tori SheardSocial media: Tori SheardCamera, sound & lighting: Eryn FilmsEditor: Owen RogersShorts editor & Thumbnail: SnikrepThis episode was recorded on 21/04/25 in LAFollow us:IG: @shutuplmtalkingX: @shutup1mtalkingTikTok: @shutup1mtalking
May 11, 2025 • 1h 4min
35: Smosh tell us everything.
Ian & Anthony join Tom & Jack in LA to discuss early YouTube, the story of Smosh, and comedy rooted in friendship. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON HERE FOR EXCLUSIVE EPISODES EVERY WEEK AND BONUS JACKTIVITIES!Written & presented by: Tom Simons & Jack ManifoldExecutive producer: Mirren MaceDirected by: Mirren MaceProducer: Russell NoonProduction coordinator: Tori SheardSocial media: Tori SheardCamera, sound & lighting: Eryn FilmsEditor: Owen RogersShorts editor & Thumbnail: SnikrepThis episode was recorded on 21/04/25Follow us: IG: @shutuplmtalkingX: @shutup1mtalkingTikTok: @shutup1mtalking
May 4, 2025 • 1h 3min
34: Speaking with Technoblade’s Dad
In this very special episode of Shut Up I'm Talking, Tom and Jack speak to Mr Technodad about A Minecraft Movie, moving through grief, and memories of Technoblade. Follow Mr Technodad here:https://www.youtube.com/@MrTechnodad/videosSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON HERE FOR EXCLUSIVE EPISODES EVERY WEEK AND BONUS JACKTIVITIES!Written & presented by: Tom Simons & Jack ManifoldExecutive producer: Mirren MaceDirected by: Mirren MaceProducer: Russell NoonProduction coordinator: Tori SheardSocial media: Tori SheardCamera, sound & lighting: Eryn FilmsEditor: Owen RogersShorts editor & Thumbnail: SnikrepThis episode was recorded on 18/04/25Follow us: IG: @shutuplmtalkingX: @shutup1mtalkingTikTok: @shutup1mtalking
Apr 27, 2025 • 58min
33: We Answer Your UNHINGED Questions
It's question time this week on Shut Up I'm Talking, and things are about to get spicy. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON HERE FOR EXCLUSIVE EPISODES EVERY WEEK, BTS, AND BONUS JACKTIVITIES!See Tom & Jack on the road in America, Australia & Singapore for 'The Survival Tour' - Click HERE for tickets.Written & presented by: Tom Simons & Jack ManifoldExecutive producer: Mirren MaceDirected by: Mirren MaceProducer: Russell NoonProduction coordinator: Tori SheardSocial media: Tori SheardCamera, sound & lighting: Owen Rogers, Hazar AyyildizEditor: Owen RogersShorts editor & Thumbnail: SnikrepSet design: Mirren MaceThis episode was recorded on 01/04/25Follow us:IG: @shutuplmtalkingX: @shutup1mtalkingTikTok: @shutup1mtalking
