Taskmaster The Podcast *2026 New Year's Treat* Part One with Sam Ryder
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Jan 2, 2026 Sam Ryder, a singer-songwriter famed for his Eurovision stint, shares his hilarious behind-the-scenes experiences from the show. He dives into the surprising emotions he felt during challenges, revealing moments of unexpected anger and regret over a missing dildo. Sam also recounts his amusing struggles with tasks like 'Prod the bear' and his inventive approach to a 20-minute challenge using an airbed. Between tales of celebrity myths and backstage camaraderie, this conversation is full of laughter and insights into the chaos of competition!
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Unexpected On-Camera Cantankerous Side
- Sam Ryder says Taskmaster revealed an angered side of him he hadn't noticed and his friends found it hilarious.
- He enjoyed being cantankerous and compared himself to Meldrew/Jim Broadbent characters.
Hosts Were Genuinely Kind Backstage
- Sam enjoyed the kindness of Greg and Alex off-camera and praised their patience with fans.
- He said that seeing them interact backstage confirmed their genuine warmth.
Drum Kit Regret And The Missing Prop
- Sam brought a drum kit as "the most wonderful thing to whack" and regretted it for being too literal.
- He later revealed a dildo had been hidden in past tours but removed it, which he felt cost him points.