Hannah Simone joins the hosts to discuss being too high, a mother-in-law finding private toys, her journey from humanitarian work to acting, and behind the scenes of 'New Girl'. They also share tips on dealing with awkward situations and thoughtful Mother's Day gifts.
Set boundaries discreetly by explaining adult toys from a bachelorette party.
Delegate conversations to family members to ease tension or discomfort.
Shock your mother-in-law into respecting boundaries with provocative bathroom items.
Address underlying intimacy concerns to navigate situations with sensitivity and understanding.
Deep dives
Creating Boundaries Through Casual Explanation
You decide to casually explain the presence of the adult toys as a leftover from a bachelorette party, subtly addressing the issue without directly confronting it. This approach aims to provide context while maintaining a lighthearted tone, allowing you to set boundaries discreetly.
Enlisting Husband to Address the Situation
Consider involving your husband in addressing the situation with his mother. By delegating this conversation to him, it allows for a family member to handle the discussion, potentially easing any tension or discomfort that may arise from direct confrontation.
Creating Shock Value to Establish Boundaries
Introduce items in your bathroom to shock your mother-in-law into respecting boundaries. This strategy involves leaving provocative items in plain sight to convey a message that your personal space is off limits, prompting her to reconsider intruding in private areas.
Mother-in-law's Concern About Bedroom Intimacy
Consider the mother-in-law's perspective that the presence of adult toys might signal concerns about the status of intimacy in the relationship. Addressing this underlying worry could provide insight into her reaction and help navigate the situation with sensitivity and understanding.
Memorable Moments with Prince and CC Kiss
One memorable moment was when Prince was emailing Hannah with unconventional capitalization and emojis, creating a unique correspondence. Another standout moment was the unscripted scene where Nick and Cece share a kiss behind the door, eliciting laughter on set as it was an unexpected turn not seen in the show. This moment reflected the show's willingness to experiment with wild scenarios.
The Impact of Representation in TV
Reflecting on the importance of representation, Hannah highlighted how being part of 'New Girl' as an Indian girl brought diversity to the show, inspiring young viewers who saw themselves in the character. She emphasized the significance of creating opportunities for underrepresented individuals in the entertainment industry.
Evolution of Characters and Show Dynamics
The dynamic between characters evolved throughout the show, with initial character roles changing over time to cater to new storylines. Scenes such as Coach and Cece's attempted passionate moment behind the door showcased the show's willingness to explore new avenues and adapt the characters as the series progressed.
Jake, Gareth and special guest Hannah Simone talk to callers about getting called out for being too high by the neighborhood kids and a mother-in-law seeing some private toys. Later, the guys chat with Hannah about her early days as an actor and behind the scenes at New Girl.
