Our Worst Try Not To Laugh Moments - SmoshCast #81
[00:03 - 00:46]The speaker talks about participating in a "Try Not to Laugh" video with Olivia and how she comes up with strange ideas.
[00:19 - 02:40]The speaker mentions their introverted nature and how they initially saw the COVID pandemic as an opportunity for more alone time.
[00:49 - 01:36]They talk about not eating a pie they were given for their birthday and giving it to someone else.
[02:16 - 03:25]The speaker discusses being hard on themselves and their performance in the video.
[03:26 - 06:37]The speaker mentions their introverted nature and how they initially saw the COVID pandemic as an opportunity for more alone time.
[06:38 - 07:41]The speaker brings up a recent news story about a frat house in Florida not following quarantine guidelines.
[07:07 - 07:15]The speaker talks about a documentary they watched about the negative effects of social media algorithms.
[07:42 - 08:00]The speaker discusses being hard on themselves and their performance in the video.
[08:13 - 08:46]They discuss the different mindsets of Americans during the pandemic, with some following expert advice and others exercising freedom without regard for others.
[08:19 - 10:03]The speaker talks about a documentary they watched about the negative effects of social media algorithms.
[10:15 - 11:42]They discuss the spread of misinformation and conspiracy theories on social media and the harm it can cause.
[10:57 - 12:19]The speaker talks about a documentary they watched about the negative effects of social media algorithms.
[12:19 - 13:12]The speaker warns against believing everything you see online and reminds listeners that anyone can be anyone on the internet.
[13:12 - 14:21]The speaker mentions how this is similar to childhood boasting on Twitter about family members being astronauts or scientists.
[13:39 - 13:45]They share a tweet about a person claiming to be a crow scientist and how they often come across accounts with false expertise.
[13:52 - 15:22]The speaker talks about how they have reported many accounts that seem like bots, created recently and with generic names.
[15:23 - 16:01]They share a personal experience of having the same idea for a bit as their co-star, leading to a decision on who will do it.
[16:01 - 17:06]They then introduce the topic of Try Not to Laugh fails and how things can go differently than expected during filming.
[16:24 - 17:31]They end the transcription with a joke about the dogs potentially being racist.
[17:16 - 19:28]They share a personal experience of having the same idea for a bit as their co-star, leading to a decision on who will do it.
[19:28 - 20:37]They then introduce the topic of Try Not to Laugh fails and how things can go differently than expected during filming.
[19:35 - 20:16]The speaker mentions how this is similar to childhood boasting on Twitter about family members being astronauts or scientists.
[20:38 - 21:37]The speaker mentions a half-baked idea they had for a live show involving singing Big Mouth Billy Bass and World War II.
[21:38 - 23:55]They mention how the audience reacted negatively to a joke about Hitler's suicide and reflect on how societal norms have changed.
[22:53 - 23:41]They mention having audiences who were engaged during live performances
[23:06 - 24:25]The speaker is on a comedy channel during a difficult time and always listening
[23:41 - 24:25]The speaker talks about researching Hitler's actions and mentions how he also had his dogs killed.
[24:26 - 25:46]They discuss the beauty of trying not to laugh and the ability to pivot if something isn't working
[24:33 - 25:27]They share a story about a time they tried not to laugh and had to improvise when it didn't work
[25:46 - 27:00]The speaker talks about the tendency to be hard on themselves and how editing can help improve the timing and humor of the videos.
[26:00 - 27:12]There is a discussion about the balance of success and failure in try not to laugh challenges
[26:18 - 26:41]The speaker is on a comedy channel during a difficult time and always listening
[27:00 - 27:43]They share a story about a time they tried not to laugh and had to improvise when it didn't work
[27:43 - 28:40]There is a discussion about the balance of success and failure in try not to laugh challenges
[28:40 - 29:18]They mention wanting to collab with other people but having difficulty due to safety regulations
[29:18 - 30:00]The speaker talks about their character Clarissa and how sometimes jokes don't land with their co-stars
[29:33 - 30:07]The speaker is on a comedy channel during a difficult time and always listening
[30:08 - 31:01]There is a discussion about feeling refreshed and stoked after filming the last few try not to laugh challenges
[30:14 - 31:29]They share a story about a time they tried not to laugh and had to improvise when it didn't work
[31:02 - 31:18]They mention how chaotic the early challenges were and how the format has changed over time
[31:30 - 32:23]The speaker is on a comedy channel during a difficult time and always listening
[32:23 - 33:02]The speaker talks about the tendency to be hard on themselves and how editing can help improve the timing and humor of the videos.
[33:03 - 34:07]The speaker discusses the use of water versus harmonics in their videos.
[33:30 - 33:49]They mention the global pandemic and the need for safety precautions.
[33:50 - 35:07]The speaker shares their personal experience with using a harmonica and the difficulties it presents.
[35:25 - 36:38]Ideas for alternative substitutes, such as milk or a kazoo, are discussed.
[36:38 - 37:09]The speaker shares a personal anecdote about booking a commercial for Subway by playing a saxophone.
[37:17 - 38:05]The speaker shares their personal experience with using a harmonica and the difficulties it presents.
[38:05 - 39:07]The idea of becoming virtual anime YouTubers is brought up.
[39:07 - 39:48]The conversation shifts to the topic of hate comments and the speaker's stance on them.
[39:16 - 41:28]The use of money, specifically in relation to female streamers, is touched upon.
[39:48 - 39:53]They mention the global pandemic and the need for safety precautions.
[40:20 - 41:21]The idea of becoming virtual anime YouTubers is brought up.
[40:45 - 42:10]The speaker clarifies that hate comments only help the creator and encourages people to not support toxic content.
[42:10 - 43:53]The use of money, specifically in relation to female streamers, is touched upon.
[42:45 - 43:46]The conversation ends with a discussion about the use of makeup and societal pressures.
[43:14 - 44:40]Getting worked up and losing their minds during the stream
[43:25 - 44:22]A Twitch awards stream with Pokemon as a presenter
[43:47 - 44:06]Mention of distortion and distorted expectations in interactions
[44:40 - 46:16]The popularity of a game called Bugsnax and a Bugsnax joke
[45:09 - 48:22]Talking about zip-zap-zap and other improv games
[45:23 - 46:37]The speaker is discussing warm-up exercises used during Try Not To Laugh videos.
[46:38 - 48:04]The speaker, who has been doing improv for a decade and a half, emphasizes the importance of being present and listening to others in improv.
[47:17 - 48:22]They mainly warm up for Try Not To Laugh and it helps with connecting and being present during the videos.
[48:22 - 50:11]The speaker is discussing warm-up exercises used during Try Not To Laugh videos.
[48:22 - 50:42]Five Things game and it's purpose of getting out of your head
[48:46 - 49:24]They describe Olivia's humor as focused chaos.
[48:58 - 50:17]The speaker is discussing warm-up exercises used during Try Not To Laugh videos.
[49:44 - 50:23]The warm-up process is led by Garret, the producer.
[50:24 - 52:20]The speaker is discussing warm-up exercises used during Try Not To Laugh videos.
[50:43 - 51:56]Discussion about beginner improv games and playing them repeatedly
[51:56 - 52:11]The warm-up process is led by Garret, the producer.
[51:56 - 52:20]Talking about zip-zap-zap and other improv games
[52:20 - 53:28]The speaker is asked to explain Olivia's humor, which they describe as beyond just weird.
[53:28 - 56:09]The speaker encourages Olivia to show more of her natural funny side in Try Not To Laugh.
[53:53 - 55:02]They mention Olivia's ability to make people uncomfortable and bring everyone on the same page.
[56:09 - 56:45]They describe Olivia's humor as focused chaos.
[56:09 - 56:45]They talk about entitled people on flights and a personal experience with a rude passenger
[56:23 - 57:41]They discuss their involvement in Disney and joke about being cast in The Mandalorian
[57:41 - 1.00:10]They joke about their catchphrases and sign off.
[58:31 - 1.00:42]They share a story about a water bottle incident on a flight that left them embarrassed and now they always twist the lid before drinking on flights
[1.00:42 - 1.04:25]They talk about entitled people on flights and a personal experience with a rude passenger
[1.04:11 - 1.06:39]They joke about their catchphrases and sign off.