Location, Vocation, Reiteration
The Mess Around with Hannah and Lamorne
Deep Dive
Why did the fan Johnny relate so deeply to Schmidt's 29th birthday episode?
Johnny's 29th birthday turned out to be chaotic, similar to Schmidt's, leading him to wonder if he had manifested the chaos after over a decade of looking forward to it.
How did New Girl become a bonding experience for Johnny and his best friend Cara?
Johnny and Cara watched new episodes of New Girl together when they aired, and the show became so special that Cara referred to Johnny as her 'CC to her chest' at her rehearsal dinner.
What episode of New Girl do Johnny and Cara always watch together when they visit each other?
They always watch the episode 'Spider Hunt,' which they find pure comedy gold, laughing so hard they cry.
Why did the fan Lauren's boyfriend ask her to stop watching New Girl?
Lauren watched New Girl non-stop, which her boyfriend found overwhelming, though not in a mean way.
What shows did Hannah, the host, watch on loop?
Hannah watched 'Fawlty Towers,' 'Moonstruck,' and 'Coming to America' on loop, knowing them verbatim.
Why does Lauren think Hannah is similar to Cece from New Girl?
Lauren sees Hannah as calm, kind, and a great friend, much like Cece, who is always supportive and protective of her friends.
What city outside the U.S. would the hosts have chosen for a New Girl episode abroad?
They would have chosen London, as it would highlight each character's personality: Jess would love the culture, Nick the pubs, Schmidt the fashion, Cece the modeling scene, and Winston might even flip from cats to corgis.
Why did the Portland episode feel authentic despite being shot in California?
The episode was shot in Glendale or Pasadena, but it unexpectedly rained, making the cast feel like they were in the Pacific Northwest, despite the usual sunny weather in LA.
How did the popcorn machine joke in New Girl help the host Hannah work through a personal issue?
The joke about the popcorn machine reminded Hannah of mean kids who teased her about smelling like Indian food. The producers reassured her the joke wasn't intended that way, helping her trust them and work through her own triggers.
- Listener's relatable experience with New Girl
- Friendship bonded over the show
- 29th birthday celebration
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