We're Here to Help
Jake Johnson (New Girl, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse) and Gareth Reynolds (The Dollop) don't feel qualified to give strangers good advice. Most of their friendship over the last 15 years has been based around dumb bits, but they do (for better or worse) want to try to help people out. Like your friendly local bartender or your tipsy uncle at a family gathering, Jake and Gareth are on the caller's side and trying to help. Each episode, the guys make several pitches to callers (whose questions range from trivial to serious) with their best attempts of advice. They can't promise their suggestions will be perfect, but it will be the best they've got. Jake and Gareth also occasionally bring on a friend, peer or even an expert to help along the way.
Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.
Latest episodes
Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 7min
183: Jake's Faves: This Show's Becoming Jackass (Re-Release)
For this re-release episode, Jake picks a call and a follow-up from a caller who requests off work to attend a BDSM class. Plus, Jake and his brother Dan help a caller whose sister is crashing guys' night.See caller images here!Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 17min
182: The Freshmaker! & Now This B Is Taking Pics
Jake and Gareth help a caller from India resolve a parking spot battle. Then, they brainstorm how to confront a photo-happy in-law. Plus, the latest on Mr. H and the Hot Takes Festival. For more Hot Takes, check out Episode 163 "Hot Takes with Mr. H."See caller images here!Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 18, 2025 • 59min
181: All in Crumbles (with Steve Berg)
In this bonus episode, a taxidermied rat leads Jake and Gareth on a globe-trotting adventure with their friend Steve Berg.For more synchronicities, check out Steve's podcast Hi, Strangeness.See caller images here!Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 16, 2025 • 1h 11min
180: Hotdog Party & Backdoor Boys
Gareth and Jake help a hospital worker find her doppelganger. Then, a solution to a hairy problem leaves Gareth in an uncomfortable position. Plus, a follow up from Ep 90 "Hunk With a Little Chunk."Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 11, 2025 • 55min
179: Gareth's Faves: Nothing But Cats (Re-Release)
For this re-release episode, Gareth picks three calls featuring cats. First, Jake goes full dad on a caller who feeds her cat ear wax. Then, the guys help a caller whose cat likes to watch. Last, it's the Dog, the Cat and the Rat with guest helper Cat Reitman.Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 17min
178: Add a Zero & Boys Supporting Boys
First, the guys help a daredevil rebrand himself with his friend group. Then, who will Gabriel, who likes to golf and lives in Fullerton, choose to be his friend? It's the dating game follow-up to Ep 168 "An I Love You, Man Situation." Plus, a surprise appearance by Anna Konkle (Pen15).See caller images here!Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 4, 2025 • 1h 25min
177: Duo Ling-Crow & You Got Nudes (with Nick Kroll)
Jake and special guest Helper Nick Kroll are faced with a caller whose dad is talking to crows. Later, they help a caller redecorate her Chicago apartment.Check out Nick's new movie I Don't Understand You, out June 6. Plus, watch Adults on FX, now streaming.See caller images here!Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jun 2, 2025 • 1h 1min
176: Samples & Raised by Elves
Jake and Gareth help a caller whose father is stealing her toilet paper. Later, a caller has a very specific bedroom request. Plus, a follow-up from Ep 164 "A Wig on a Wig."See caller images here!Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 28, 2025 • 1h 3min
175: A Thing For Dinosaurs (with Derek Waters and Zach Shields)
For this bonus episode, Jake and Gareth are joined by Derek Waters (Drunk History) and Zach Shields (Godzilla vs. Kong). Together, they help a caller with a dinosaur obsession that threatens his marriage.Do you and someone have unresolved beef? Email your beef to solvemybeef@gmail.comSee caller images here!Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 26, 2025 • 1h 15min
174: Sucking a Bald Spot & Tree Jim
A caller enlists Gareth in addressing a mustache issue shared by Jake and her husband. Later, Jake and Gareth help a caller inspire the return of his Father-in-Law's epic alter ego. Plus, a follow-up from Ep 147 "Long Island Lisa with Michael Cera."See caller images here!Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.Advertise on We’re Here to Help via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
