Taskmaster: The People's Podcast

While we wait for Champion of Champions 4 to grace our screens, Jenny and Jack look back at the first ever Champion of Champions episode for a little extra homework.

They discuss some surprising similarities between Maisie Adam and Bob Mortimer, why money shouldn't be involved in miracles, whether its worth having your embarrassment glands removed and why Rob's pizza miracle might not be so miraculous.

And - did Bob Mortimer manage to do something that’s never been done on television before?

Next week we'll be discussing the much anticipated CofC 4 episode, get yo...

We're keeping the series 20 flame alive this week with Ania Magliano joining us to debrief and give us a few exclusives; such as who she thought Reece was, what her dad said to her to try to cheer her up, and what she thinks will happen on the upcoming Champion of Champions.

Plus a listener writes in to ask Ania about THAT awkward task, and Jack's prize task stats get put to the test.

Next week we'll be brushing up on our Champion of Champions knowledge with the first ever CofC episode - in the...

This week Phil Ellis joins us to tell us what he REALLY thought about his time on Series 20, how easy it is to meet the mayor of Preston, why he was stopped by police, whether or not the Swash Bucklers are still fighting, and what his parents thought of the show.

Plus Jack gives Phil a run down of his stats and a listener puts Jenny's 'naturally conceived triplets' theory to the mathematical test.

Next week we've got the wondering Ania Magliano on the show - in the meantime, send all your questions and homework...

Jack gives series 20 his full stats run down, including the return of the 'Record Breakers!' and also the introduction of extreme stats. We also get to find out how Jack performed on a global level in Fantasy Taskmaster. Plus we revisit predictions made, hear from The Andy's, and Jenny uses Jack's stats to make a case as to why SHE should be the one on the next Champion of Champions.

Next week we're chatting to Phil Ellis - in the meantime, send all your questions and homework suggestions along to fans@taskmaster.tv

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Jenny and Jack are back to discuss the Series 20 Grand Finale and spoilers abound! Jenny reckons the likelihood of that series outcome is the same as a woman naturally conceiving triplets, Jack tells us how Sanjeev has set a new record, and Phil has an excellent idea. Plus, Jenny explains why Pythagorus is an idiot and the pair learn the difference between a gargoyle and a grotesque.

Next week Jack will break down his Series 20 sats - send all your Series 20 observations along to fans@taskmaster.tv

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With only 14 points between top and bottom contestants, Jack and Jenny discuss one of the tightest series so far. 

Plus, Jenny continues to dither over her fashionista prize, Jack gets a lesson in smog, and both admire the cinematic efforts in task 3.

Next week it's all about the GRAND FINAL.

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It's the ultimate pen ultimate pen ultimate - so can Jack and Jenny pin down a winner? Can Maisie beat the prize task record AND the most smug face award? Will there ever be a hedgehog yes? Should we be more like Sanjeev and just do nothing?

Plus, some listeners get in touch to point out some easter eggs...

Make sure you download the Taskmaster App for all kinds of little easter eggs.

Send all your Series 20 observations along to fans@taskmaster.tv

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This week Jenny and Jack discuss the episode that is 'traditionally the best episode of every series,' according to Jack and an episde that Jenny thinks should have come with a trigger warning. Also, Jenny lands herself in some penny-farther related hot water, Jack might be ready to start writing for Vogue, and is Maisie on track to break a prize task record?

Make sure you download the Taskmaster App for all kinds of little easter eggs.

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Jenny and Jack are here to discuss curvy number episode 6, complete with Sanjeev's genius string theory, funeral fun, and why we'll never get a partnership with Casio watches now. Elsewhere, listeners write in to tout some Preston pride, and Jenny blesses a marriage.

Make sure you download the Taskmaster App for all kinds of little easter eggs, plus the chance to play Fantasy Taskmaster.

Send all your Series 20 observations along to fans@taskmaster.tv

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We're at the halfway mark of the new series, and Jenny and Jack are left with jaws agape. Questions abound: what’s the vibe going to be like on episode 6 after that lamé duck live task? Why does Jenny have inexplicable beef with jelly beans? Where CAN we see Ania's art? (here).

Make sure you download the Taskmaster App for all kinds of little easter eggs, plus the chance to play Fantasy Taskmaster.

Send all your Series 20 observations along to fans@taskmaster.tv

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A new week, and a new great episode of Taskmaster for Jack and Jenny to digest. And this week they're asking whether or not Sanjeev does pilates, if Phil could feasibly be the first person to never win a task, and a dentist finally weighs in on the question about human teeth.

Plus, Jack reveals his ranking in the Fantasy Taskmaster league - have you downloaded the app yet to play?

Send all your Series 20 observations along to fans@taskmaster.tv

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This week Jenny and Jack are back to discuss episode 3, and with it come questions about Maisie's memory, Phil's 'man who lives in the woods with chickens' vibe, and an amateur diagnosis of Sanjeev's sample. Plus listeners provide insights around QR codes.

Make sure you've downloaded the Taskmaster App to play Fantasy Taskmaster.

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Jenny and Jack reconvene to discuss the second episode of the new series 20, including why we shouldn’t underestimate Ania, whether or not people were licking real human teeth, Reece's continuing bird obsession and - are doublers being replaced by quadruplers?

Plus the debate about the American Jack Dee continues and The People's pod joins Fantasy Taskmaster.

If you want to play in our group use this invite code: EHGKMDrFVNHfL1J6TOcU

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It's the first episode of Series 20! And an episode of firsts, according to Jack and Jenny's observations; first impressions, first time a contestant has touched Greg (?), first time a contestant has caused £40 worth of damage to the set while their trousers fell down, and first time seeing Greg and Alex really panic in what might be the funniest live task ever.

Plus Jenny identifies which contestant has piqued her sartorial interest so far and which contestant she thinks stole eggs from nests as a child.

Send all your Series 20 thoughts to fans@taskmaster.tv

This week it is, in the words of Jack Bernhardt, the 'big series 20 stats dump' - our seasonal pre-emptive effort to size up the new cast from every statistical angle possible, in an effort to try and predict who will win this next series.

If you want to know who's who, what's what and get wise to the why's then this episode is here. for. you. Get all the background information on each new contestant, which will in no way help you determine any outcomes, but is quite fun to know.

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This week we're taking it right back to the beginning, the big bang of the Taskmaster universe, the very first official episode of Taskmaster UK, in an effort to see how things have changed (or not changed) since the beginning of Taskmaster time. Plus, Jack’s had a think about who he’d want to be on Taskmaster with and... has Jenny goofed?!

Next week Jack and Jenny anticipate series 20 with what Jack calls 'his big stats dump' so get all your series 20 thoughts and predictions in to fans@taskmaster.tv

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This week we're revisiting what is possibly Jenny's most laugh-out-loud episode of Taskmaster yet, including talks about one of the funniest things Jenny’s seen happen under a table, when to call 'the chaps' in for mice, and one listener writes in midway through his first child’s birth to alert us to a goof. 

Plus - should Taskmaster do a one off episode for character comedians? Jack and Jenny offer their dream cast of competitors.

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This week Jenny and Jack go back to series 2 to uncover Patatas's origin story, the power of Katherine Ryan and a little bit of Edinburgh Fringe chat along the way. Plus, some listeners write in with some late series 19 goofs and a new observation on the magic of Rhod Gilbert.

Next week we'll be covering series 11, episode 1.

Want to suggest next week's homework? Why not write in to fans@taskmaster.tv.

This week our homework comes from a listener who wanted Jenny and Jack to re-live Greg's best moments of being angry at everyone, and Victoria Coren-Mitchell's complete misunderstanding of a task assignment.

Also we have a new Jason Mantzoukas vs Nish Kumar comparison, and a new Patatas goof to unpack for next week's homework.

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This week Jenny and Jack take a trip back to series 4, episode 4 to find out if Greg and Hugh had beef, discuss the most surprising thing Noel could wear, and debate whether five tasks in one episode is too many. Plus, Jack consults his stats to find out if running the London Marathon makes you better at Taskmaster, and Jenny makes a heartfelt plea for young people to to write more drunken poems.

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This week Jenny and Jack are straight back into their homework, with Jenny discovering the delights of series 7, episode 6 and with it comes debates about positive and negative pedantry, soap opera endings, and contours of the body.

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This week Jenny and Jack are joined by three very special guests from the UK Taskmaster production team: Amy, Andrew and Clarenz! We saw their faces a lot in series 19, but in this chat we get to hear lots of fun behind the scenes stories; from the damage done by a certain 'destroy, dismantle, engulf in flames' motto to bringing the WOW monster to life to the secret behind the number 2851 and which moments the crew struggled most with when it comes to stifling laughter.

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Series 19 may be done, but in Jenny's words it's not dusted! This week Jack brings you his big series 19 stats debrief, including a look at how Mat’s stats stack up against the rest of the recent champions, who is technically the most balanced contestant this series, which historical taskmaster record Stevie broke, Fatiha’s final ‘bruv’ count, a surprising history of the 'high-five' and some musings on the state of Jason's house.

Plus we hear some of our listeners' favourite moments from the class of series 19.

Next week we'll be speaking to the production crew to...

What a series! Jack and Jenny debrief on the final episode of Series 19, including debates about seeing your dad for dinner, a fun fact about Rosie Ramsey and stadiums, and a debate about power poses vs aspirational poses. They also give their initial reactions to the newly announced series 20 lineup.

Next week Jack will give his big stats debrief and we'll hear from listeners about some of their favourite moments.

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It's the penultimate episode of Series 19 and Jack and Jenny get right into their jelly expertise, the significance of 2851, some 'goosey jossip,' and whether or not men should be physically able to have a camel toe.

It's your last chance to get your Series 19 thoughts in to Jack and Jenny: fans@taskmaster.tv

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This week it's all about episode 8 of the latest series, including Jack's reluctant education on the mechanics of a certain prize task, who Jenny thought was terribly underscored, and the challenges of illustrating sexy, French and charcoal.

With just two episodes left there's never been a better time to send your Series 19 thoughts to: fans@taskmaster.tv

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This week Jenny and Jack discuss Series 19, Episode 7 including completionists, dressage trotting, what 'banc' means in French and plenty more - all sprinkled with a lovely side of stats from our own stat-man, Jack Bernhardt.

Keep sending all your Season/Series 19 thoughts to: fans@taskmaster.tv

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It's episode 6 and the scores are starting to get interesting, with Jack on hand to provide some surprising stats and Jenny on hand to provide her surprising idea for the prize task (and what she thought of Matt’s pop up book). Plus, is Fatiha finally softening? If you were hoping for more on all this, plus a detailed explanation of composite numbers then this is a good episode for you.

Spotted any Series 19 goofs or bloops? Send them to: fans@taskmaster.tv

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We're halfway through the latest series and this week Jenny finally talks fashion, plus stories of glitter and smug travellers faced with a fatal goat.

We also hear some alternative task solutions from listeners for the cape task and the easel in the lab task.

Send all your series 19 thoughts to: fans@taskmaster.tv

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It’s the fourth episode of series 19 and Matt finally falls off his perch - but is it enough to let anyone else take the lead?

And Jack and Jenny speak to the creator of the Taskmaster fantasy league and get some insights on how we can play (it’s not too late!) Plus the trio try to predict whether or not Jason will get on the Taskmaster house roof this series, and an ongoing transatlantic debate about egg cups finally gets a bit of closure. 

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This week Jenny and Jack are all over the third episode of the new series, including what made the first task so 'grate', why looking under the table might be a problem this series, which prize task had a bit of the Steve Pemberton's to it, and the "unbearably cute" yield of the week...

Send all your series 19 thoughts to: fans@taskmaster.tv

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We're well in to the new series and this week we're all about TEAM TASKS!! And definitions of snooty, bath pearls (!!), jumping, submarivan adventures and breakfast pints. Plus fans write in about the Taskmaster Fantasy league and an Easter Egg involving season vs. series....

Have you spotted any Series/Season 19 goofs?? Send them to: fans@taskmaster.tv

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Visit jennyeclair.com to buy Jenny's memoir Jokes, Jokes, Jokes, and book the last few dates of her tour.

It's here! Series 19 of Taskmaster has begun and as a very special treat we are joined by THE champion to beat, Andy Zaltzman! Andy casts a champion's eye over the latest cohort to try and suss out who he might be going up against in the next CoC. Plus the trio discuss no hopers and pillow tamperers, the origin story for Andy's sock flair, when a fish tank becomes a fish tank and how to cheat successfully.

Let us know what you think of the new series: fans@taskmaster.tv

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This week Jenny and Jack revisit the second Champion of Champions in an effort to understand what makes an ultimate champ ahead of Series 19.

And, speaking of champs, THE Lou Sanders (and her cats) drops by the studio to give her classic predictions for the new series using all manner of methods and mediums.

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This week Jenny tests her premonition waters and Jack gives us the rundown on his Series 19 stats, looking at the new cohort from all available statistical angles including age, birthplace and some dodgy height info. Plus we learn why we definitely wont be seeing any eggs this series, and listeners write in with their own premonitions and some much needed math(s) on Desiree’s balloon popping task from a couple episodes ago - the results are surprising. 

Next week we'll be brushing up on Jenny's Champion of Champion's knowledge as her final homework ahead of the new...

This week Jenny and Jack talk discuss Shoe Who, which leads to discussions of Shakespeare, the luck of Ardal O'Hanlan, fox anecdotes and which Taskmaster contestant you'd most want to go on a stag do with.

Want to send in your Taskmaster related thoughts and questions., goofs and bloops? fans@taskmaster.tv

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This week Jenny and Jack debate the Imbalance in the Poppability, and questions are posed as to whether it's best to buy less time or more laughs. Plus they get served an olympic goof and a Roman history lesson.

Next week we’ll be talking Series 12, Episode 1 if you want to watch along.

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Jenny and Jack take a little trip to the second series of Taskmaster New Zealand, on a listener's request. Along the way they discover olympians, random dogs on regular farms, and a dancing eunuch. And Jack's Stats are back this week to help answer a question about whether ordering your prize task on Amazon helps or hurts your score. Plus Jenny has some Taskmaster gossip for us and a listener sparks a debate about what makes a good Taskmaster/Assistant duo.

Next week we’ll be talking Series 12, Episode 1 if you want to watch along.

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Jack and Jenny watch Jamali get activated this week, and along the way they discuss dinosaur purism, scientific methods and mohawks. Plus they receive a listener-spotted goof regarding Series 6, and a vital correction about George Washington's teeth.

Next week we’re taking a trip to New Zealand to visit a different Series 2.

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This week Jenny and Jack travel back to series 2 to talk about cracking eggs with teeth, music videos for kids, and trendy clothing. Also discussed: a glitch in the TM matrix, as discovered by a fan and a program we forgot about when tallying up Taskmaster contestants who’ve been on other TV shows.

Next week we’re going to "Activate Jamali" if you'd like to follow along.

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This week Jenny and Jack are back to discuss the third episode of Series 9, an episode packed with two part tasks - including one previously un-considered hack.

Also discussed; the moment Alex looked genuinely a little scared during this episode, a correction to Jack’s stats from a couple weeks ago, and a compliment to Jenny for an under-appreciated talent.

Next week we’ll be taking a trip back to series 2 episode 2.

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This week Jenny and Jack revisit the series 7 finale to chat stationary, egg roulette, computer games, and which task in this episode Jenny would have done naked. They also answer questions from listeners across the pond about UK television, and they get more some more insight into the Littlest Alex Horne competition.

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Jenny and Jack are back with another vintage episode of Taskmaster! This week they're talking about Series 6, Episode 9 and they learn loads along the way - like why if you bring poo for a prize task it’s always going to be one point. They also imagine some punny potential scenarios from Tim Vine's secret task, and ponder questions from the listeners about which prize task items they'd like to have.

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It’s been a while since we’ve spoken directly to the people who put The People into Taskmaster: The People's Podcast, so this week Jenny and Jack hear from a fan who went to great lengths to win a competition during series 18. The trio chat bespoke dungarees, the Taskmaster Live Experience, and how she harnessed help from the Taskmaster community to help win The Littlest Alex Horne.

Plus Jack brings back a big fat healthy stats section to answer a question from X who wanted to know about the crossover between Taskmaster and other TV shows and w...

Another week, another new hotel for Jenny and another vintage episode of Taskmaster for us all! This week Jenny presents a potential hack for task 1 and Jack presents a potential hack for cutting tomatoes. Plus Jenny talks about her experience with eating puffin, or what she can remember. And we also learn why Jenny giving Charlotte Ritchie a lift home from school has got her involved in a Taskmaster fan conspiracy theory.

If you want to enlighten us on the agrarian revolution or blowing up balloons within balloons then you can write to us at fans@taskmaster.tv...

It's a new dawn, a new day, and another old episode of Taskmaster! This week Jack and Jenny revisit series 14 to find out whether or not Leo from Toronto was right in nominating episode 7 as 'one of the best episodes of Taskmaster ever.' We also get insight as to whether or not Jenny would ever faff around with a she-wee, and Jack outs himself as a Vera-viewer. Plus a fan asks us to consider who Greg's favourite contestant has been, and Jack brings the stats to answer.

Next week we'll be delving into series 5, episode 5 to...

It's a new week, a new series cast announcement, and also a new side-quest for Jack and Jenny: to find the last person in their Cheater of Cheaters lineup!

To find that person, they've watched Series 8, Episode 8 as recommended last week by Connor from Plymouth. They also give their initial thoughts about the Series 19 cast, and hear from listeners about which Taskmaster contestant they'd trust with their life.

Next week we'll be delving into Series 14, Episode 7.

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This week Jenny and Jack spy with their little eyes something beginning with Series 9, Episode 9 - a true classic with a little bit of everything from live task meltdowns to bloody knees. Plus they answer listener questions, and pose a few questions of their own - including, should comedians be allowed to drive?

Next week we'll be talking Series 8, Episode 8 in an effort to find the fifth and final contestant to complete the 'People's Pod's Cheaters of Cheaters' lineup.

Have a homework suggestion, a goof or a bloop? Send it to fans@taskmaster.tv

We may be in a new year, but we're watching an old episode of Taskmaster! This week Jack and Jenny are back covering vintage episodes, starting with Series 12 Episode 4, which was suggested by a listener several weeks back.

With it comes discussions about Victoria learning to ride a bike, whether there were any hacks missed in that task, and why sex just isn’t funny (if you’re doing it properly). 

Plus Jenny and Jack consider which Taskmaster contestants they would trust their lives to in a life or death situation.

Next week we'll...

This week we're bringing you some of the best moments of 2024. It's been a great year, from Lou's rocking predictions, to Little Alex Horne's task writing strategies (and why he might not be using a mangle), and some behind the scenes insights from the 'voice of Mr Blobby' herself. And remember when Jenny learned what face swapping was? Plus there are a few listener emails in there that you might not have heard before. Enjoy and we'll be back next week to talk more vintage Taskmaster!

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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all of our People's Pod listeners! This week we have the hilarious Kojey Radical, who's here to give his commentary on the new NYT episode - including which contestant he thinks should have been paid extra and why. Plus we get to chat to him about his 2024 performance and what he'd give for those golden eyebrows.

Keep your eyes and ears out for Kojey's new album in the new year (fingers crossed for a song about an amoeba with leprosy). 

Next week we're revisiting some classics before g...

Jack and Jenny speak to Persia's mum ahead of the Junior Taskmaster finale, which airs tonight! And don't worry, no spoilers here.

Phaedra gives us insights about the casting process, how they've made new friends for life, and why she didn't know anything about the filmed tasks - plus how Persia's bestie reacted when she spilled a secret to Mike the Milkman. Also, Jenny makes the mistake of dissing pigeons.

Next week we have a Radical guest on to help us talk New Years Treat!

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This week we're emptying the People's Pod post bag and circling back to all the emails we couldn't get to this year - consider it a sort of holiday party but without the snacks!

In this episode we try to finish some unfinished business from series 18, receive some Hot Dog Queen fact-checking that could have changed series 15, get schooled in maths and even hear from the Andy's!

We continue our very merry lineup with special guests from now till New Year, so stick with us for The Taskmaster festive season.

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This week Jenny and Jack wade in to 'The Best Thing from the 90's' debate from Series 7, Episode 3, brought to us by a listener in last week's podcast. Also discussed: burpees, why there should be more dribbling on TV, most disturbing noises for podcasts, and go-to interesting facts.

Our next homework assignment will be Series 12, Episode 4. But we won't be getting to that until the New Year, because we have some very exciting guests lined up for the next couple of weeks!

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We are back to our homework this week, with Jenny's first task being Series 8, Episode 3. Discussions include the Taskmaster outfit Jenny wishes she had thought of to wear, what Jack thinks about Lou’s prize task (that he would definitely say to her face) and why you should really never pie Jenny.

Plus we hear from fans about contestants who've delivered babies, how to buy Absolute Casserole in the US and what our next homework assignment should be.

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Well it's been over a week and Jack and Jenny have had some time to reflect on Series 18 and there's a lot to unpack.

Jack brings his stats to the table and Jenny reviews some of the best and worst moments from each contestant.

Plus, did the Joker transform the scoring system as much as Jack thought it would?

The pair also talk about Nick Mohammed's prediction and the counting chairs debate too, plus we hear from the Andys regarding all your caravan-related questions.

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Sound the bugle, the series 18 season finale is upon us! Jenny acknowledges the moment in this episode that made her feel quite sad and Jack ponders the universality of buttock-clenching. And it wouldn't be a Taskmaster finale without a new lineup announcement, Jack and Jenny take us through their initial thoughts on the brand new New Years Treat cast.

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This week Jenny and Jack discuss the penultimate episode of series 18, including what record Andy Zaltzman could break next week, whether or not trousers are technology, the practicalities of up cycling toilets and what the best way to get to Pinewood is. Plus there are some classic pedant wording debates from task 3 and a few emails along the way.

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Welcome back for another week of talking Taskmaster! This week Jenny and Jack talk through the logistics of Rosie’s prize task, what made Alex blush this week, why you shouldn’t leave stilton in a dome alone and which barrel Jack thought was unfair in the third task. Plus we get a roundup of Jack’s stats now that we’re near the end of the series, and answer a few questions from the fans.

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Jenny and Jack are back with another deep dive into series 18 - this time it's episode 7, including; Jenny's practical prize task suggestion, Rosie's heartbreaking moment, Jenny's best dressed crown, and why Jenny and Jack should probably never go to the park together.

Plus we have a possible goof from episode 1 and some science to explain episode 5 - all from you, The People.

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This week Jenny and Jack discuss episode 6 of series 18, including danger wires, whether or not Pigeor is charismatic, and Emma's lowest moment in the series so far.

They are also joined by Becky Cant, who talks us through some behind the scenes moments of series 18 so far, including the cash Rosie keeps in her bribe pocket, whether or not the rocket salad was deliberately placed in the fridge, and what she thinks of the Taskmaster Live Experience.

We'll be back to answer more emails next week, so keep them coming: fans@taskmaster.tv

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Jenny and Jack are midway through watching Series 18 and they have a lot of thoughts - like, why jelly cubes are superior to powder, robot copyrights and ...what is a brap, Jack?

Plus Jack gives us the stats rundown on why this is another episode of firsts…and we hear from fans about the rocket/salad debacle, what the People think of the new joker scoring system, and why Rosie's a fan-fave.

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It's Series 18, Episode 4 and Jenny and Jack are back with more fashion observations, a controversy from this week's carrot task, and why this cast has broken yet another record with their points (can you guess what it is?). Plus a lot of you had the same hot dog question, and we get a last-minute series prediction all the way from Utah.

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This week Jenny and Jack boldly discuss all the things no one else can or will when it comes to the third episode of series 18; like how many saxophone songs the average person can name, why we never hear pop music in the TM universe, and which task was Jenny's favourite ever.

Stats-wise, it's another episode of RECORD BREAKERS, and we get our fan update regarding intro sequence stats.

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Jenny and Jack are BACK and this week they're discussing the second episode of the brand new Taskmaster series. It's another show of firsts regarding hot dogs, Jesus, and Jokers, plus a distinct lack of cheating and what appears to be the first shed panic of the series.

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It's the series 18 first episode and an episode of firsts! Jack and Jenny talk stats, fashion, why the start of this series had Jenny on edge, why we're bound to see one contestant naked by the end of this series, and Jack points out a potential major goof in the first task.

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This week Jack leads the discussion with his signature statistical deep dive into Series 18 contestants to examine advantages and disadvantages according to age, height, nationality, Edinburgh awards, education, birth location, how close they live to the sea, etc. etc.

Plus, Jenny gives her first fashion rundown after watching the Series 18 trailer and why she hates the phrase 'three more sleeps.'

And some fan-mail containing crystal, star-sign and chakras based predictions makes its way into the TMPP inbox, bucking Jack's stats and putting everything back to speculation.

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This week Jenny and Jack are joined by beloved former co-host Lou Sanders! Lou ditches her Magic 8 Ball for Series 18 predictions and instead uses the power of 'rocking' to ask some Taskmaster-related questions and also some non-Taskmaster related questions.

Plus, Jenny and Jack discuss Series 3, Episode 1, which brings up more questions such as (but not limited to); who would make a ‘cheaters special’ if Taskmaster ever decided to have one? Can tortoises be flamboyant?

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This week Jack and Jenny are talk about the 50th episode of Taskmaster, including why Jenny can relate to Phil’s costume choice - plus the pair revisit more 'minus points' revelations in the emails section, and Jack drills down deeper into 'pointsflation' in his stats section to reveal who is *technically* the most successful contestant of all time...

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This week Jack and Jenny are joined by the beloved fan favourite, self-professed ‘People’s Loser,’ aka Dracula, aka Mr. Swallow himself, Nick Mohammed!

They discuss the ups and downs of Nick's stats, why he's winning in Hollywood, the origins of Dracula, where Mr. Swallow flies to next AND Nick leaves us with a little magic prediction for series 18.

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This week Jenny and Jack are reviewing the series finale of episode 10 in an effort to answer Jenny's question last week about whether anyone's ever cried on Taskmaster before. Plus the pair are forced to address a 'goof and a wrinkle' sent in by a fan about the history of subtracting points.

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This week Jenny and Jack are on the Highway to Heg, taking special stops along the way to discuss Jenny's mini Taskmaster reunion, the Taskmaster BBQ, who Jeremy Allen White’s grandfather ISN’T, and whether or not Julian Clary has been watching Taskmaster since appearing on the show. Plus Jack serves a healthy portion of stats and the pair answer 'pointsflation' and fashion-themed fan mail.

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Jack and Jenny are back to see if Croissants is Croissants (and bonus points is bonus points) this week.

Plus, the pair ponder what Alex would be like as a contestant, Jenny sees a gardenia for the first time, and we hear probably the only in depth football chat you’re likely to get from Jenny.

Jack consults the stats to find out which location Taskmaster contestants tend to perform the worst, and a fan writes in to highlight a goof in Series 13, episode 7 - which means next week we’re on the Highway to Heg...

Jenny and Jack watch Premature Conkers to find out whether or not Charlotte Ritchie qualifies as one of Taskmaster's greatest cheaters.

Also discussed; what to do with empty loo rolls, a possibly unprecedented move from the Aussie Taskmaster, whether or not James Acaster would have done better in another series, and what the most common winning name on Taskmaster is.

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This week it's all about Butter in the Microwave, including some art-related feedback from Jenny and some team analysis from Jack.

Plus, Jack consults the stats to dissect volatility versus consistency in Taskmaster scoring in order to answer a fan question.

And the pair respond to more letters from you, The People, including a power point presentation on Taskmaster fashion and an unlikely nominee for The Greatest Taskmaster Cheater of All Time. As a result, next week we'll be delving into Series 11, Episode 4 to uncover some truths.

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Jenny and Jack are back to discuss another vintage episode of Taskmaster, and this week it's all about Series 4 episode 3.

So, was Hugh Dennis unfairly treated? Did Noel eat the chocolate or not?

Plus, find out why Steve Pemberton messaged Judge Jack for clarification on a task and what the stats say about the ideal age for a Taskmaster contestant.

Next week we’ll be watching series 9 episode 2 if you want to follow along!

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Jenny and Jack are back! And this week they're visiting a vintage episode from series 5 to see whether or not Sally Phillips qualifies for a place in the 'most competitive Taskmaster contestants' league.

Also discussed; the tragic jelly side, why Jenny would prefer a Greg Hug to a Hollywood Handshake PLUS Jack brings back another edition of copy stats, this time answering a fan email regarding which contestants had the greatest studio come-backs ever.

We also get a fan question that we think John Robins would be interested in...

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This week Jack and Jenny tackle Jimmy’s question regarding the chicken task in S10 ep 7, including some lessons in pronunciation and why we should all go home and count our loo roll sheets. Plus Jack brings in some copy stats, courtesy of Kary - who's done an enormous amount of homework regarding intros.

Next week we’ll be reliving series 5, episode 3 if you want to follow along!

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This week Jack and Jenny dip back into their homework, rewatching vintage episodes of Taskmaster. This week it's all about Series 10, episode 7 aka the "Dafty in the Middle".

Plus, Jack is back with his all-star stats, and this week he's answering a fan question about what colour hair you should have if you want to win Taskmaster.

And Series 17 goofs abound, with Jenny revealing why she thought Joanna should have thrown some mash potato at a wall.

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This week Jack and Jenny are joined by the Taskmaster king himself, John Robins! We hear a roundup of John’s stats, whether John was happy with his performance, why he still doesn't understand how green screens work, and what advice Ed and Lou gave John before going on Taskmaster.

The pair also decide on what vintage episode Jenny should watch for next week (series 14, ep3).

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It's the grand finale of series 17 and at this point there are no spoilers left to give as Jack and Jenny unpack all their favourite moments of the series, statistical hindsights, and their gut instincts on the new series 18 cast.

And if you still haven't had enough of series 17 stats and spreadsheets, then make sure to join us next week when we talk with the King of Taskmaster himself, John Robins!

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This week it's all about the series 17 "penny"!

Jack checks in with his stats as we approach the finale, including where Steve falls in the category of ‘best prize task contestants’ from all series, and the pair ponder whether or not bleep tests universal, what would a Sophie + Steve team have looked like, if Joanne goofed in the third task, and if Steve could have been inspired by Les Bub with the rubber bands.

And finally, we get some answers about how snakes shag thanks to our dedicated fans, but unfortunately it does lead to more...

Prepare for yours (and Jenny's) mind to be blown, because this week The People's Pod is joined by the folks behind the Taskmaster virtual reality experience! Jenny and Jack were given a special sneak peak into the new VR game, due to be released in Spring 2024, and boy do they have detailed insights for you.

Plus, Jack and Jenny talk all things ep 8, including powerful thighs, squeezing farthings, Wolfie's injustice, and how not to be an umbrella.

Also, would Greg have preferred to squeeze a groinal ingrown hair with his mighty hands? Jenny thinks so...

Glittery conches, orange juice task hacks, and finding fish - it must be episode 7 of series 17!

This week Jack and Jenny get into the nitty-gritty of why men like rakes, correct pronunciation of charades, plus some surprising stats about Sophie and why Steve Pemberton should be worried. 

And we hear from you, The People, about Blobby merch and face-swapping.

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This week Jenny and Jack unpack series 17 episode 6, including the prize task that should have received more than five points, whether or not left handed people can play thumb wars and why everyone wants to go on a night out with Joanne.

Plus, we have some emails with suggestions for Alex, a New Years Treat guest recommendation, and some justice for Steve in the Mr. Blobby task.

Have you spotted any more goofs or bloops?

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This week Jenny and Jack give their hot take on episode 5 of series 17 - including;

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.

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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.

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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 clipboard.

Don't worry, there's some good old fashioned pedantry too, with a brie...

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.

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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 task. Jack discovers he might be colour blind, Je...

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 to just do nothing during a task.

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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 eyeball opener.

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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...

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. 

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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 Taskmaster and the Bob Mortimer’s Sats...

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 about series 7, episode 7 for anyone following along.

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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 Little Alex Horne, and a secret loophole from his second series...

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 free to rewatch and relive through Jenny's eyes.

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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 a certified goof? We'd love to hear...

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 scared of Steve Pemberton?

Plus, Jack accidentally...