Guest Joel Dommett, disgraceful self-toucher, talks about going into the jungle, pitfalls of the modern dating scene, running a super marathon with the runs, being defeated at Pointless, proposing with a Spotify playlist, and two comedians never gigging together in 11 years.
Joel Dommett shares his experience of going into the jungle and the risks involved in reality TV shows.
The hosts discuss the perils of modern dating and the importance of genuine connections in the digital age.
They talk about their adventures in traveling and exploring different cultures, highlighting the physical challenges and humorous experiences they encountered.
Deep dives
Summary of Podcast Episode
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss various topics including upcoming tours, celebrity experiences, the danger of catfishing, and their adventures in traveling and exploring different cultures. The hosts also share humorous anecdotes and personal stories, such as the host's embarrassing experience of shitting himself during a race. The episode showcases their chemistry and comedic dynamic as they engage in lighthearted banter and interview each other. Overall, it's an entertaining and relatable conversation that covers a range of subjects.
The Comedy Tour and Celebrity Experiences
The hosts share updates about their upcoming comedy tour, mentioning the guests and cities they will be visiting. They also discuss their experiences with reality TV shows, sharing funny and insightful stories about their time in the limelight.
The Danger of Catfishing and Personal Stories
One of the hosts reveals a personal experience of being catfished, expressing how being honest and turning the situation into comedy helped him deal with it. The hosts also share humorous and embarrassing stories, such as shitting himself during a race and eating unusual foods while traveling.
The Adventures of Traveling and Exploring Cultures
The hosts talk about their travel adventures, including visiting various tribes and communities around the world. They highlight the physical challenges they faced, such as running long distances or participating in local customs. The podcast episode showcases the hosts' genuine curiosity and appreciation for different cultures and their ability to find humor in unexpected situations.
Summary of Podcast Episode
In this podcast episode, the hosts engage in a casual and humorous conversation covering a wide range of topics, including dating in the digital age, personal experiences, keyboard shortcuts, and shoe sizes. They share anecdotes about experiences with Tinder, discuss the impact of technology on relationships, and reflect on their own dating lives. They also touch on the effects of social media and the importance of finding genuine connections. Throughout the episode, they maintain a light-hearted and comedic tone, engaging the audience with their witty banter.
Touring and Future Plans
Towards the end of the podcast, they briefly discuss their future plans and upcoming projects. One of the hosts mentions touring the UK with a new show next year, while also expressing their love for the UK comedy circuit and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. They express excitement about writing a new show and look forward to working on it. The discussion ends with a friendly invitation to hang out and catch up in person during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
RETRO RHLSTP #59 Lembit Opik Catfish - Richard meets a nuclear physicist impersonator and has a friend who will never be any more than that. This week’s guest is disgraceful self-toucher Joel Dommett.
They chat about the gamble of going into the jungle, the pitfalls of the modern dating scene, running a super marathon with the runs, being defeated at Pointless by someone who doesn’t understand the rules, the perils of proposing with a Spotify play-list and how it’s possible for two comedians never to gig together in 11 years.
