

Ep 207. Stevie Martin - Series 19 Ep.7
Jun 12, 2025
Stevie Martin, a contestant from Taskmaster Series 19 and half of the comedy duo Javie Martzoukas, shares hilarious behind-the-scenes moments while revealing how close they came to setting a set on fire. They delve into chaotic task challenges that mix humor with the pressures of competition, touching on awkward situations like Matt's revealing boxer shorts. Stevie reflects on the camaraderie among contestants, and a particularly intense moment captures the thrill and tension of live tasks, blending regret with laughter in memorable gameplay.
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Stevie Nearly Sets Fire
- Stevie Martin nearly set the Taskmaster caravan on fire during filming but managed to put it out herself.
- The fire caused no major panic among the crew, showing rare calm in an unusual situation.
Stress and Surprise in Tasks
- Stevie expected to melt down on the show but was surprised she also sometimes performed better than others.
- She realized the show tests different brain functions which can cause stress but also moments of success.
Task Approaches Differ Widely
- Fatia excels by thinking logically and not panicking, often outperforming others who overcomplicate tasks.
- Matt is strong with creative prize tasks but less so on straightforward ones, showing different strengths among contestants.