The Hot Tub Podcast 276 - "Hippo, giraffe, Larry, alligator"
Nov 21, 2025
A hilarious dive into unexpected travel tales begins with a pink-eye incident from a zoo trip. The hosts then explore a bizarre Japanese exhibit that lets you smell animal butts. A lively debate surfaces over Target's customer service policy while Jenny shares her recent curling adventures. Nostalgic food memories spark laughter, from McDonald's takeout to quirky holiday salads. And Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop Holiday Guide introduces them to some incredibly odd gift ideas. Expect laughs and surprises!
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Japan Zoo's Butt-Smell Exhibit
- Mauler describes a Japan aquarium exhibit that recreates animal butt smells for visitors to sniff.
- Jenny and Brady react with morbid curiosity and discuss trying the exhibit and filming it for social media.
Smell Conveys Detailed Animal Info
- The hosts note animals use smell to share detailed information like diet and health, which humans can't easily detect.
- They suggest repeated exposure tunes animals' noses to recognize individual differences humans miss.
Greet Customers Without Interrupting
- Target's 10-4 program requires employees to greet and ask customers if they need help when within set distances.
- The hosts warn staff should avoid repetitive interruptions that annoy shoppers.