Elizabeth Banks asks about love affairs
Hosted by Fortune Feimster, Mae Martin and Tig Notaro
- 55m
- Transcript
Summary
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Hosts Fortune Feimster, May Martin, and Tig Notaro gather in the studio to swap personal stories, debate quirky scenarios, and respond to a listener question from actor and director Elizabeth Banks. Banks asks about non-human subjects they have had a passionate love affair with, prompting the hosts to share their deep obsessions with items and activities like espresso, long-distance cycling, and past habits. Throughout the episode, the trio trades banter about daily routines, awkward theater costumes, and life experiences with trademark humor and camaraderie.
- Cutting out sugar and additives during a Whole30 challenge helped transition a preference to black coffee and espresso. 31:54
- Long-distance cycling can serve as a meditative practice that helps clear the mind and connect personal thoughts. 39:38
- Engaging in self-care routines consistently reinforces a personal sense of self-value. 4:32
Chapters
- 0:02Podcast Intro and Host Banter
The hosts introduce themselves, joke about their looks, and set a light‑hearted tone for the episode.
- 2:28Therapy and Self‑Care Habits
The trio talks about their therapy routines, the importance of self‑care, and how they manage mental health.
- 6:40Mae’s Cycling and Hike Love Affair
Mae reflects on her past love for long‑distance cycling and how she transitioned to hiking as a new passion.
- 8:05Household Items and Inside Jokes
Hosts exchange playful banter about home décor, gifts, and their shared sense of humor.
- 27:30Elizabeth Banks’ Love‑Affair Question Intro
The episode’s main segment is introduced: Elizabeth Banks asks the hosts what non‑person thing they’ve had a love affair with.
- 29:38Fortune’s Espresso Love Affair
Fortune shares his passionate relationship with espresso, detailing how it evolved and his coffee rituals.
- 48:25Elizabeth’s Mahjong Obsession
Elizabeth reveals her current obsession with Mahjong, explaining why it captivates her and how she wants to share it.
- 51:15Foosball Fiasco at the Bar
The hosts recount a chaotic foosball game at a bar that goes off‑script.
- 52:57Standup Tour Updates
Hosts discuss their upcoming standup dates across the U.S. and Canada.
- 53:42Tour Rescheduling Confusion
One host explains a rescheduled tour and apologizes to affected fans.
- 54:28Promotion and Merchandise
Hosts promote their merchandise, Hulu availability, and the HandsomePod website.
Highlights
- 2:00
In-Person Auditions vs Zoomdebate
The hosts debate the merits of in-person versus remote auditions and therapy sessions, contrasting the comfort of home with the pressure of being off-book.
- 4:48
Early Morning Therapy Sessionsstory
Tig shares a disciplined routine of waking up at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesdays for therapy, prompting funny comparisons of wake-up times among the hosts.
- 5:57
May confesses to accidentally tapping the front fence with her car upon arriving at the recording studio.
- 9:47
The Beauty and the Beast Costumestory
May recounts ordering elaborate, embarrassing character costumes for a theatrical outing with friends, much to the amusement of the other hosts.
- 28:11
Elizabeth Banks Questioninsight
Actor and director Elizabeth Banks presents the episode prompt about having a love affair with a non-human activity or object.
- 29:38
Espresso Love Affairinsight
Fortune describes her passionate obsession with espresso and iced cortados after shifting away from sugary coffee drinks.
- 38:41
Long-Distance Cycling Daysstory
Tig reflects on a previous period of intense long-distance cycling, riding up to 100 miles a day across states.
Quotes
“I love seeing you, you're so animated, talking about it, you can tell you're having a love affair.”
Mae Martin · 32:43 “I went to a bar to play with Matt.”
Mae Martin · 51:15 “I play foosball like an insane person.”
Fortune Feimster · 51:43 “It's so annoying that that happened and I, I understand, but trust me, I wouldn't have done it if I didn't have to.”
Tig Notaro · 53:50 “That's the, that's the truth.”
Mae Martin · 54:41
Sponsored segments
- Allstate 0:18–0:27
- Allstate 14:31–15:00
- Allstate 55:46–56:16
About this episode
Elizabeth Banks delights Handsome with a lovely question about love affairs on a super-giggly episode of Handsome! Plus a tribute to Dolly, Fortune losing her box, a thoughtful gift from Mae, and more! Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune FeimsterFollow us on social media @handsomepodMerch at handsomepod.com http://handsomepod.com/Watch Handsome on YouTube http://youtube.com/@handsomepod and Hulu https://www.hulu.com/series/b583d0bc-eeb0-4560-8b2b-5c8ae0248a19?play=false&utm_source=shared_linkThis is a Headgum https://headgum.com/ podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter https://x.com/headgum, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/headgum/, and Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@headgum. Advertise on Handsome https://gumball.fm/shows/handsome via Gumball.fm http://gumball.fm/. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcript
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Topics
- Mindy Project
- US Open
- Good Hand Studio
- Starbucks
- Whole30
- Florida
- Apple Watch
- Chattanooga
- California
- Washington
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