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AI Slop vs What Are The Odds? vs From A to A

Jun 30, 202647 minSummary

In this episode of Here's What You Do, hosts James Smales and Johnny Robbins, accompanied by their friend John Cantrell, engage in a lighthearted and competitive session of bespoke quiz games. The episode highlights the hosts’ knack for blending observational humor with challenging trivia. The episode kicks off with the AI Slop quiz, where the hosts must provide answers containing the letters "AI" followed by a synonym for "slop." This round serves as a humorous commentary on the current prevalence of AI-generated content, with James and Johnny finding creative ways to incorporate terms like "trash" and "detritus" into their answers. The competition remains fierce as they navigate questions ranging from geography to pop culture. Following this, John Cantrell leads a round titled What Are The Odds?, a statistical guessing game presented as a series of unlikely events in a single day. The hosts attempt to match improbable occurrences—such as cracking a double-yolk egg or witnessing a perfect nine-dart finish—with their actual statistical probabilities. The discussion is filled with playful banter about their varying approaches to logic and mathematical estimation, ultimately testing their ability to grasp the sheer scale of modern probability.

Here's What You Missed in Episode 37

Jun 23, 202618 minSummary

In this bonus episode of Here's What You Missed, the hosts trade their usual format for a lighthearted and chaotic quiz competition. The episode is divided into three distinct segments, each featuring a unique game designed to test the participants' knowledge and quick thinking. The first game, Can You Answer Now, centers on a mystery word, with the host restricted to answering only yes or no. After some back-and-forth, the contestants eventually identify the answer as a seagull, revealing a humorous connection to the podcast’s own history. Next, the hosts tackle a rapid-fire naming challenge in a round called Your Turn, where they attempt to list various NBA teams under pressure, leading to some amusing geographical and sports-related mix-ups. Finally, in The Truth Is Out There, the hosts evaluate a series of bizarre conspiracy theories to determine which ones are authentic. The discussion covers wild claims about gravity and UFOs, debunking movie-inspired myths while highlighting the surprisingly real space animal hypothesis. Throughout the episode, the hosts maintain an engaging, self-deprecating tone that highlights the fun of their collaborative trivia sessions.

Can You Answer Now? vs Your Turn vs The Truth Is Out There

Jun 16, 202641 minSummary

In this episode of Here’s What You Do, hosts James Mails and Johnny Robinson, joined by their friend John Cantrell, dive into a trio of unique quiz games that test both trivia knowledge and the art of lateral thinking. The episode kicks off with Can You Answer Now?, a challenging round where players must deduce a mystery word by asking questions. The twist is that the host is not restricted to yes or no answers, leading to hilarious confusion as the participants struggle to realize they could simply ask for the answer directly. The show continues with Your Turn, a fast-paced game where contestants must trade answers on specific topics—including Tom Hanks films and countries ending in the letter A—without duplicating or pausing. The intensity rises as the clock forces players to scramble for obscure facts. Finally, the group tackles The Truth Is Out There, a conspiracy-themed quiz where players must distinguish real-world, albeit wild, internet theories from elaborate fabrications created by the hosts. From space-faring actors to government drone birds, the discussion highlights the bizarre side of internet subcultures, making for an engaging and humor-filled episode.

Here's What You Missed in Episode 36

Jun 9, 202621 minSummary

In this bonus episode of Here’s What You Do, titled Here’s What You Missed in Episode 36, the hosts dive into a lighthearted and chaotic series of animal-themed trivia games. After reflecting on the main podcast episode, the trio tests their knowledge with a high-stakes round of Nine Lives, where they must correctly distinguish between cat and dog breeds. Despite a shaky start, the hosts manage to navigate the challenge and reach the finish line. The discussion continues with an inventive game called Animash, where the hosts attempt to combine two animals to create a third real species. This segment leads to a humorous exploration of animal terminology and biology, including a deep dive into the unique calls of opportunistic predators. Finally, the group concludes with a fast-paced alphabetical challenge, naming an animal for every letter of the alphabet. Though the process reveals some gaps in their knowledge regarding the sequence of the alphabet, it results in a spirited and engaging display of trivial mastery. It is a fun, unstructured look at the group’s natural chemistry.

Nine Lives vs Animash vs Caller ID vs Nose to Tail - feat. Ellen Weatherford from Just The Zoo Of Us

Jun 2, 20261h 20mSummary

The latest episode of Here’s What You Do features a lively collaboration with Ellen Weatherford, host of the popular podcast Just The Zoo Of Us. Centered on a menagerie of animal-themed challenges, the episode showcases the hosts and their guest testing their biological and pop-culture knowledge through four distinct quizzes. The main event, titled Nine Lives, sees the team attempt to identify thirty animal breeds—ranging from cats to dogs—without losing their collective nine lives. Ellen provides a masterclass in taxonomy and animal history, sharing surprising insights, such as the surprising switch to floppy-eared dogs for airport security and the unique grooming habits of the bearded vulture. The episode also features an entertaining round of Animash, where the group attempts to synthesize complex animal facts with pop-culture trivia to create brand-new creature names. Beyond the trivia, the discussion touches on humorous debates regarding animal categorization and the nuances of regional customs, such as the proper order of jam and cream on a scone. It is a lighthearted, educational, and competitive episode that highlights the fun of exploring the natural world through a creative lens.

Here's What You Missed in Episode 35

May 26, 202624 minSummary

In this episode of Here’s What You Do, titled Here’s What You Missed in Episode 35, the hosts dive into a food-themed special featuring a series of engaging and lighthearted quizzes. Moving away from the structure of their main show, the team explores culinary trivia, testing their knowledge on iconic movie meals and creative food pairings. The episode features three primary segments. First, in Order Up, the hosts attempt to identify famous food orders from films, including a hilarious breakdown of Buddy the Elf’s sugar-heavy breakfast and the intense banquet scene from Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Next, the hosts engage in a competitive Food Fight, where they battle to name the best accompaniments for specific ingredients like rice and tofu, leading to humorous debates about their personal culinary preferences. Finally, in Too Many Cooks, the team plays a word-association game based on clues provided by family members, resulting in some inventive guesses for classic dishes. The episode balances these playful challenges with casual, natural discussions about their favorite meals, dining habits, and food-related trivia, making for an entertaining and highly relatable installment.