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We're Here to Help

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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.

201: The Pickle and Chip Classic & CopperTone Style (with Beck Bennett)

Beck Bennett joins the guys for this bro-nus episode. First, they tee up a Pickleball match between brothers in-law. Then, they help a caller named T-Squeeze prepare for a live modeling session.

Aug 27

1 hr 23 min

200: 200th Episode Special: Two Hams and a Cave & Sisterhood of the Traveling Vest

For their 200th episode, Jake and Gareth take calls in-studio and unbox a gift sent by the caller from Ep 174 "A Thing For Dinosaurs." Then, they salvage a moonlit wedding photo and plan a new life for Gareth's terrible plaid vest. Plus, surprise follow-ups from Ep 197 "Don't Cry for Me, Season Tickets" and Ep 112 "Put Some Jeans on that Baby Jesus."

Aug 25

1 hr 14 min

199: We're Here to Chat Vol. 3: Good Goofy Fun (with Steve Berg and Eric Edelstein)

Steve Berg and Eric Edelstein stop by the show for an action-packed installment of We're Here to Chat featuring a glamor shot competition, a Steve Berg catfish attempt and a turtle owned by Burt Reynolds.

Aug 20

1 hr

198: Masterclass & Water Wubbie

Jake and Gareth share poker insights with the help of Jake's brother Dan. Then, the caller from Ep 196 "Mannequin for Dennehy" takes the guys' advice and runs with it. Plus, Steve Berg and Eric Edelstein pop by to help confront an emotional support water bottle.

Aug 18

1 hr 6 min

197: Dog Communication & Don't Cry For Me, Season Tickets (with Judd Apatow)

Gareth and Jake are joined by the great Judd Apatow for this bonus episode. First, they help a caller whose dad will only talk to the dog. Then, they host a sing-off with very high stakes.

Aug 13

1 hr 4 min

196: Mannequin For Dennehy & A Party For Adults

Gareth and Jake help a caller ditch a creepy mannequin. Then, they make a kids movie night more adult-friendly. Plus, a follow-up to Ep 119 "The Queen's Off-Duty," featuring a special appearance by Cat Reitman.

Aug 11

1 hr 20 min

195: It’s a Parade & Monopoly Intervention (with Ty Burrell)

Jake, Gareth and Guest Helper Ty Burrell find a caller's dad a new pee spot. Then, they confront a game night cheater.

Aug 6

1 hr 1 min

194: Bucket of Frogs & Some Guy Named Roy

The guys help a caller whose daughter brings frogs into the house. Then, they start a pyramid scheme (for a good cause). Plus, a follow up from Ep 160 "Spying Gary."

Aug 4

57 min

193: Baby Face in the Delta Lounge & The Goodnight Show (with Roy Wood Jr.)

Jake and Gareth are joined by Guest Helper Roy Wood Jr. for this bonus episode. First, they help a family set boundaries with a posse of raccoons. Then, they brainstorm ways a mom can make bedtime more entertaining.

Jul 30

1 hr 11 min

192: Jump at the Chance & The Death of Gaia Moondancer

Gareth and Jake help a caller befriend a neighbor with a bouncy castle. Then, they plan a Dungeons and Dragons coup.

Jul 28

1 hr 3 min