Episodes
This week Jenny and Jack give their hot take on episode 5 of series 17 - including; An extraordinary revelation in the prize taskWhy it helps to have a little 'shed panic'Which contestant Tyra Banks would have championed this weekWhy some contestants are allowed to use fire but others aren’tAnd why we should all visit the National Portrait Gallery Plus, did the pair happen upon a goof in task 2? Would you go to prison to win a prize task? All this, plus a mid-series stats roundup from Jack....
Published 04/29/24
This week Jack and Jenny discuss episode 4 of series 17 - including what grandmothers REALLY want, slut drop modifications you can do at home for the less experienced, and whether it's ok for Greg to ever appear in the Taskmaster house. Jack also tries to make sense of a task that even he isn’t sure is objective or subjective, and the pair speak to the 'real hand' behind this week's hand shaking task. Want to get in touch with a goof, a bloop or to tell us how snakes work? Get in touch:...
Published 04/23/24
This week Jenny and Jack hear from the voice behind the infamous Mr. Blobby task, unleashing some bonus Blobby factoids and behind the scenes insights thanks to Production Manager Sophie. Plus, Jack discusses whether or not there’s any hope for the increasing gap between contestant scores, stats-wise, and why Dara should be a little afraid. We also learn why Greg might want to torch the John’s Howdah prize task after hearing this podcast and whether Alex could ever survive without a...
Published 04/15/24
Politely thank your host for a lovely party and make your apologies for leaving early, 'cause it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack discuss rescuing Patatas (who’s been in trouble before), who's jacksie saved Steve's jacksie, and whyJack might be see-ing some competition from John Robins in the spreadsheet department. Plus, we hear from some fans regarding gluggle jugs, loo-roll language barriers and triptych clarifications. Want to get...
Published 04/08/24
Finish up the last bit of chisel work on your mini Taskmaster Mount Rushmore and grab your favourite ear pods - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast... this week is all about the first episode of SERIES 17! And what an episode it was. Jenny and Jack give all their first impressions, including who they think will win based on the first episode alone. We also get some insights from Line Producer Vicky about the two hour safety meeting that went into John’s risky egg...
Published 04/02/24
Locate those headphones and clean off that earwax - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week we're talking series 8 episode 4, including why Jack won’t be letting Jenny near his wife, a quasi-philosophical discussion about ‘what is a loo roll, really’ and, of course, the best way to entertain a baby. We also take a look at the eye-watering Norwegian task recommended by listeners last week, and Jack’s stats answer a question about whether or not it’s better...
Published 03/25/24
Buckle your boots - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jack and Jenny have gone all the way back to the infamous Pie Whisperer in the first series of Taskmaster, in an effort to bring Jenny up to speed on all the classic episodes before Series 17 hits our screens on the 28th of March. Plus Jenny discovers some OWL fan crossover, we hear revelations regarding The Satsuma Complex, and some fans point out that Rhod Gilbert is by no means the craziest...
Published 03/18/24
Get the trumpets out and give them a little toot - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! It’s our 100th episode and what better way to celebrate than with Little Alex Horne himself! Jenny and Jack ask him all the questions you want to know, such as: When is series 17 coming out? What is he filming now? Is he running out of task ideas? How long does it take him to guess who’s going to win each series? What does he think of his hands? And, what did he have for...
Published 03/12/24
Pause that hour-long voice note from your talkative bestie - it's time for a new episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jack and Jenny discuss the vintage Hippopotamus episode - including the famous cocktail task, the long-lasting legacy of Johnny Vegas, and why Mawaan has correct opinions on everything in Jenny's eyes. Jack also answers a stats question from a fan about which contestant was most hampered by their team, and the results are surprising.  For those of you losing...
Published 03/04/24
Tell your virtual assistant to hold your calls for an hour because it's time for Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! Jenny’s homework this week was all about The Perfect Stuff - featuring the bravest Taskmaster outfit, an important medical lesson learned about eyeballs, and how The Knappett got its name. Jack also answers a quite personal stats question from a fan, leading to a brand new scoring system for stand up comedy. Plus we have a heated email debate with regards to cheating on...
Published 02/26/24
Finish up that 'how to arch your eyebrows like Greg Davies' tutorial, 'cause it's time for Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack are revisiting series 13, episode 6 because of three words: Bridget Christie Walking. The pair discuss whether cat cafes can ever be relaxing, how much tranquilliser you'd need to get Greg to sleep, what cement mixer moment made Jenny laugh the most, and why Hugh Dennis would be no trouble at all to raise. Next week the pair will be talking...
Published 02/19/24
Fluff up that sofa cushion and adopt the traditional supine podcast position - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack are joined by a very special guest all the way from Minnesota - it's David Ha, the singular force behind fan favourite Taskmaster: Minnesota. David talks about what prompted him to start his own version of Taskmaster, how he writes his tasks, what lessons he learned after his first series, why he's not trying to be like...
Published 02/12/24
Pause your potato throwing practice, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack are talking all about the infamous opening episode of Series 2. So will Jenny turn out to be a Potato Truther? Did Richard Osman irreversibly change the course of Taskmaster history? Does Katherine Ryan need to spend more time in Ikea (specifically Croydon)? You'll need to listen to find out, of course! Next week the pair assign themselves Series 5, Episode 8 - feel...
Published 02/06/24
Tell your toaster to pop your toast, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! Jenny and Jack revisit another vintage episode, and it has to do with the letter H. Plus, is Alice Levine too graceful to sweat? Was Bob Mortimer’s Satsuma Complex book inspired by Taskmaster?  And Jack's stats are back! This week he's answering a question from a fan about how Alex chooses contestants to read out the live studio tasks.   Have another vintage episode recommendation? Spotted...
Published 01/29/24
Clean the earwax out of those non-brand earbuds, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack are making their Series 17 predictions, and guess what? They've brought our beloved Lou Sanders and her Magic 8 Ball back in to help! Jenny once again uses her waters to make her prediction, and Jack uses ever-reliable stats. They also ask question such as: will podcasters do well on the show? Is this the most talented cast of all time? And will Greg be...
Published 01/22/24
Take a tea order for everyone in the office and pop your earphones in while those teabags steep, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week it's all about Champion of Champions as Jack and Jenny discuss the moment Alex felt sorry for a contestant for the first time, whether its ok to pouch wine as a waiter, if we, the pedants, have taken things TOO far this time, and if poster paint is actually edible. Plus, the pair delight in the new "bitchy" Alex, and...
Published 01/15/24
Put down those weights and nab a treadmill machine for your hour-long cool down, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! The new year gets off to a literal bang this week, as Jack and Jenny relive all the best moments from the New Years Treat episode in a way only they can - including which prize tasks they would never want to see at a party, whether or not Zoe was robbed in the drawing task and what the official name for the 'bio-dome igloo' is or should...
Published 01/08/24
Put your out of office back on on for one more hour - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack speak to New Zealand's own Ray O'Leary in a pre-recorded interview. Building on from last week's discussion with Melanie, Ray talks about being a longtime Taskmaster fan, discusses his own approach to series 4 of Taskmaster New Zealand, and says what he really thinks about Bubbah's TM tattoo. We will be back next week, talking all things New Years...
Published 01/02/24
Tell your family you've got to nip out to get some butter from the shops and you'll be about an hour - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! In this week's Christmas Special, Jack and Jenny are joined by Melanie Bracewell, all the way from New Zealand Series 4. The trio cover a lot of ground, including Melanie's approach to tasks, what it's like to live with Ray O'Leary, and why she's excited to come to the UK next year. Plus, Jenny discovers another vintage...
Published 12/25/23
Put down that breakfast bap and brush the crumbs off your festive wool jumper, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny is catching up on the world of vintage Taskmaster episodes, starting with an Absolute Casserole. Plus the team from Taskmaster Education come back on the show to talk about the clubs they're running and to give some insights about how to spot a Taskmaster child prodigy. And don't worry, the flatulence discussion hasn't yet flat-lined...
Published 12/18/23
Put that Christmas playlist on pause, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack weigh in on the New Years Treat lineup using informative stats and facts, but also just using as a good excuse for some good, old fashioned celebrity gossip. Plus a fan writes in with some latex advice, and another fan alerts the pair to a very serious bloop from episode 1 of series 16 that could have changed the series. Have any lingering goofs or bloops from...
Published 12/11/23
Give your neighbour a polite advanced warning, it's time to crank up the volume on another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack are still debriefing from series 16, reliving all their favourite moments and talking about what the cast can expect in their post-Taskmaster lives. Plus Jack does his 'what if' stats for the series to see how things might have been, the pair answer a few outstanding series questions from fans (including a big ol' goof from episode 1)...
Published 12/04/23
Finish writing Alex Horne's name and close your gratitude journal - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week it's all about the GRAND FINAL of series 16... and the grand outfit reveal of Jenny's dreams! The pair have a lot to digest, not least the shocking news about beaver anal secretions from Susan Wokoma's prize task. And the shocks continue as Jack and Jenny watch Julian close in on Sam's big lead in series points, while Sue and Susan give us a...
Published 11/27/23
Hustle on home and clear your calendar - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week's podcast is all about episode NINE of the latest series and this week Jack and Jenny discuss the gap closing between Julian and Sam's points going into the grand finale. So will Julian be able to put up with Alex for long enough to score the points needed to overtake Sam? Did Susan actually bring in a genuine pet leaf for her prize task? Was Lucy right to bring in her...
Published 11/20/23