209: my mom is a toxic Disney influencer (w/ Isa Briones)

208: corrupt employee of the month race (w/ Jonny Cakes)

Jul 1, 20261h 8mSummary

In this episode of Perfect Person, the host is joined by guest Jonny Cakes, a fan-favorite personality and baking enthusiast, for a lively and wide-ranging conversation. The two dive into a variety of topics, including a lighthearted debate about food, the joys of sharing meals, and a hilarious discussion regarding restaurant etiquette and the merits of asking servers for recommendations. Jonny Cakes also participates in a rapid-fire speed round, revealing his personal preferences on everything from ideal movie snacks to comfort films, while the host reflects on his upcoming tour and the unique live show format that invites audience members to share their problems on stage. The highlight of the episode features a call from a listener named Grimace, who seeks resolution on a humorous misunderstanding involving her husband and a McDonald's drive-through order. After a series of jokes about a viral internet trend, the listener mistakenly attempted to order a non-existent Sad CEO meal, leading to an awkward encounter with a confused employee. The hosts analyze the situation, ultimately deciding that the comedic value of the mishap outweighs the husband’s well-intentioned joke.

207: giving my carjacker the ick (w/ Erin Dougal)

Jun 24, 202659 minSummary

In this episode of Perfect Person, host Miles Bonsignore is joined by guest Erin Dougal for a lively and humorous installment of the advice podcast. The episode kicks off with the signature speed round, where the two dive into quirky debates—ranging from the merits of Aperol spritzes and turkey sandwiches to Erin's unexpected emotional triggers, such as paraplegic dogs. Their rapport sets a playful tone before they transition into the core of the show: solving listener problems. The primary caller, a ceramics studio employee, shares an unsettling dilemma involving her boss, who is determined to launch a service where customers can incorporate human cremated remains into their pottery projects. The caller explains that her boss, who lacks a background in ceramics, is pushing staff to source ashes and create samples despite the ethical, health, and logistical concerns felt by the rest of the team. Miles and Erin react with a mix of shock and dark humor, offering advice on how to handle the boss's increasingly eccentric and uncomfortable requests. The conversation highlights the absurdity of the workplace situation while keeping the tone engaging and lighthearted.

206: delivering my ex's bizarre packages (w/ Geoffrey James)

Jun 17, 20261h 15mSummary

In this episode of Perfect Person, host Miles welcomes back frequent guest and friend Geoffrey James for a wide-ranging conversation. The two friends dive into a humorous, rapid-fire speed round covering everything from personal preferences on smoothies and karaoke songs to hypothetical film roles and the ideal aesthetic for a home conversation pit. The banter highlights their close rapport and shared sense of humor as they debate the merits of specific dinner spots and their comedic takes on modern celebrity and culture. The heart of the episode features a caller named Brown, a UPS delivery driver who finds himself in a morally and socially awkward predicament: his regular delivery route includes both the home of his ex-girlfriend and her parents. The conversation turns into a candid discussion about the difficulties of maintaining professionalism when forced to encounter an ex frequently. Miles and Geoffrey offer lighthearted, unconventional advice to help the caller navigate these interactions with more confidence, ultimately helping the caller feel better about his work-life boundaries while keeping the discussion grounded in the show's signature entertaining and relatable style.

205: toxic situationship in the beef department (w/ Arasha)

Jun 10, 20261h 9mSummary

In this episode of Perfect Person, host Miles Bonsignore is joined by special guest Arasha for a lively and wide-ranging conversation. The two kick things off by discussing the nuances of home decor, hair maintenance, and Arasha's newfound appreciation for sushi after an adventurous trip to Japan. The pair also shares personal insights into their desires to be perceived as impressive by others—including, humorously, their own therapists. The episode moves into a lighthearted speed round covering everything from preferred salad ingredients and ringtones to their favorite cheeses and the challenges of nap timing. They also dive into the world of audiobooks, with Arasha sharing her current favorites and both hosts discussing the difficulty of finding time to read. The conversation eventually pivots to the "beef department," where they take a caller’s question regarding a complicated workplace romance. Arasha candidly shares her own youthful experience of navigating a messy, dramatic entanglement at a fast-food restaurant as a teenager. The episode blends relatable, humorous anecdotes with practical life lessons about boundaries, trust, and the importance of professional composure in chaotic situations.

204: ruined a child's birthday party by farting (w/ Rainie Toll)

Jun 3, 20261h 18mSummary

In episode 204 of Perfect Person, host Miles Bonsignore is joined by guest Rainie Toll for a wide-ranging and candid conversation. The episode kicks off with a lighthearted, humorous dive into their current culinary obsessions, specifically the joys of cooking with legumes, the wonders of a tofu press, and the intricacies of making perfect Turkish eggs. The discussion shifts toward personal philosophy as the pair explores the nuance of setting boundaries. Rainie shares a recent experience of practicing boundary-setting within a dream, which sparks a deeper conversation about the importance of direct communication over passive aggression in modern relationships. Beyond the banter, the episode centers on the show’s signature advice segment. The hosts tackle a listener’s complex family dilemma regarding whether to invite a parent to a holiday gathering following a scandalous revelation involving an affair with a member of her barbershop quartet. Through their characteristically witty and thoughtful approach, they help the caller navigate the emotional fallout of the situation, balancing personal growth with the challenges of family dynamics. The episode offers a mix of authentic advice, playful personality tests, and insightful life musings.

203: hot firefighter holding my panties hostage (w/ Sequoia Holmes & Ryann Graham)

May 27, 20261h 7mSummary

In this episode of Perfect Person, host Miles welcomes guests Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham, hosts of the Freshly Popped podcast, to help navigate listener dilemmas. The conversation kicks off with a lighthearted but intense deep dive into the hosts' friendship dynamics, their shared experiences with paranormal encounters, and a lighthearted speed round covering everything from sandwich philosophy to dream blunt rotations. The heart of the episode focuses on a listener named Miles, who calls in to discuss the painful situation of living in the same bed as her ex-boyfriend, Carl, following their January breakup. The listener reveals that Carl underwent a radical personality shift after falling down a self-improvement rabbit hole on the internet. While they initially attempted to maintain a friendship-based living arrangement with housemates, the situation has become unbearable due to Carl’s condescending behavior and financial instability. The hosts provide candid, comedic, and tactical advice on how to handle the breakup transition, set boundaries, and finally convince Carl to move out, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming one's space and peace of mind after a difficult separation.

202: I am dating my pretend brother at work (w/ Ashleigh Lawless)

May 20, 20261h 10mSummary

In this episode of Perfect Person, host Miles Bonsignore is joined by his long-time producer, Ashleigh Lawless, for her debut on the show. The two spend the first half of the episode building rapport through a fun, wide-ranging speed round where they discuss their personal "soundtracks," favorite cocktail orders, and the nostalgic, albeit hazardous, risks of childhood tubing. The main segment of the show shifts to a listener request involving a complicated social dilemma. A caller, working as a summer camp counselor, admits that she and a fellow staff member previously lied to their peers by claiming to be half-siblings to avoid awkward flirtation. Now that the two have officially begun dating, they face the difficult task of "retconning" their fabricated family history before returning to work for the season. Miles and Ashleigh brainstorm humorous and strategic ways to break the news to their co-workers without causing alarm or confusion, ultimately debating the social optics of transitioning from perceived siblings to romantic partners in a professional camp setting. The conversation blends lighthearted banter with creative, practical advice for navigating this highly unusual social predicament.