Podcast
We're Here to Help
Jake Johnson (New Girl, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse) and Gareth Reynolds (The Dollop) don't feel qualified to give strangers good advice. Most of their friendship over the last 15 years has been based around dumb bits, but they do (for better or worse) want to try to help people out. Like your friendly local bartender or your tipsy uncle at a family gathering, Jake and Gareth are on the caller's side and trying to help. Each episode, the guys make several pitches to callers (whose questions range from trivial to serious) with their best attempts of advice. They can't promise their suggestions will be perfect, but it will be the best they've got. Jake and Gareth also occasionally bring on a friend, peer or even an expert to help along the way. Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com. Watch episodes early Sundays and Tuesdays on Hulu.
- Comedy chart
- #68
- Episodes
- 347
- Releases
- Twice a week
- Typical length
- 1 hr
- On air since
- 2023
- Latest episode
- 1 day ago
Episodes
347 episodes, newest first
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1 hr 8 min
Baked Good Robin Hood & Fight Falcon With Fire (with Joel McHale and Ravi Patel)
Episode 338
Show notes
Jake and Gareth put a stop to a stream of unwanted packages. Then, Joel McHale and Ravi Patel are back to clean up the dead birds around the house. Plus, the epic finale to Ep 313 "This is Fish, This is Family, This is Wonderful."
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Watch Season 5 of Animal Control starring Joel McHale and Ravi Patel, Sundays on Fox and stream next day on Hulu.
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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1 hr 11 min
A Bit Of A Playboy & Chuck Norris Sits To Pee (with Utkarsh Ambudkar and Steve Berg)
Episode 337
Show notes
The guys find "Gareth Reynolds" a pet sitter. Then, Utkarsh Ambudkar and Steve Berg get the boys to sit their asses down. Plus a follow-up from Ep 291 "Corn on the Cob-lem."
Ghosts’ one-hour Halloween special airs 10/28 at 9pm on CBS and next day on Paramount+, and Ghosts Season 6 returns next year!
Nominate any call/caller/helper from Ep 226 - Ep 337 (Nov 2025-Oct 2026). Email helpfulpod@gmail.com with the Category, the Episode name or number, and the caller’s name or call summary by midnight on October 30th. Voting for the nominees will start on November 2nd.
Helpies Categories:
• Best Caller
• Best Guest Helper
• Best Paid the Tab (follow up)
• Best International Call
• Best Food Call
• Best Visual Aid (photo/video for a call)
• Best Animal Call
• Top Call
See images from the episode here: https://www.heretohelppod.com/post/episode-337
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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MERCH: http://heretohelppod.com/
INSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPod
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1 hr
Difficult Positions & Jazz Santa (with Andy Richter)
Episode 336
Show notes
The guys discourage dad from napping in the extra bedroom. Then, Andy Richter gives Jazz Santa the platform he deserves. Plus, an update from Ep 246 "Great Guys."
Step into the magical world of ELF like never before with this captivating oral history, written by beloved comedian and actor Andy Richter, who watched the shenanigans unfold before his eyes on the set of this timeless holiday classic. Pre-order ELF UNWRAPPED: Behind the Scenes of a Christmas Classic out on November 3rd.
Nominate any call/caller/helper from Ep 226 - Ep 337 (Nov 2025-Oct 2026). Email helpfulpod@gmail.com with the Category, the Episode name or number, and the caller’s name or call summary by midnight on October 30th. Voting for the nominees will start on November 2nd.
Helpies Categories:
• Best Caller
• Best Guest Helper
• Best Paid the Tab (follow up)
• Best International Call
• Best Food Call
• Best Visual Aid (photo/video for a call)
• Best Animal Call
• Top Call
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppod
MERCH: http://heretohelppod.com/
INSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPod
If you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.
Advertise on We’re Here to Help via http://gumball.fm/
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1 hr
CAT AND RAT: It's From A Movie & Snuggle Struggle
Show notes
Cat Reitman and Gareth confront an unwanted skeleton arrangement. Then, they put a stop to all the snuggling. Plus, the update from a caller's romantic Italian vacation.
Nominate any call/caller/helper from Ep 226 - Ep 337 (Nov 2025-Oct 2026). Email helpfulpod@gmail.com with the Category, the Episode name or number, and the caller’s name or call summary by midnight on October 30th. Voting for the nominees will start on November 2nd.
Helpies Categories:
- Best Caller
- Best Guest Helper
- Best Paid the Tab (follow up)
- Best International Call
- Best Food Call
- Best Visual Aid (photo/video for a call)
- Best Animal Call
- Top Call
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppod
MERCH: http://heretohelppod.com/
INSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPod
If you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.
Advertise on We’re Here to Help via http://gumball.fm/
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1 hr 7 min
Girls Play Soccer Too & Give Him The Rockadoodle (with William Jackson Harper)
Episode 335
Show notes
Jake and Gareth help a soccer coach remember her players' names. Then, Guest Helper William Jackson Harper recovers barbershop back taxes. Plus, a follow-up from Ep 321 "Big and Small (with Zooey Deschanel)".
Emmy and Tony nominee William Jackson Harper currently stars in AMERICAN HOSTAGE, airing Sundays on MGM+.
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppod
MERCH: http://heretohelppod.com/
INSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPod
If you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.
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1 hr 12 min
Gary vs. Gareth & Hey Dad, You Stink! (with Andy Richter)
Episode 334
Show notes
Gareth and Jake save a middle school stapler. Then, Andy Richter stops by to freshen up a musty dad. Plus, a follow-up from Ep 323 "Kenny Z (with Rhett and Link)".
Step into the magical world of ELF like never before with this captivating oral history, written by beloved comedian and actor Andy Richter, who watched the shenanigans unfold before his eyes on the set of this timeless holiday classic. Pre-order ELF UNWRAPPED: Behind the Scenes of a Christmas Classic out on November 3rd.
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppod
MERCH: http://heretohelppod.com/
INSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPod
If you’re enjoying the show, make sure to rate We’re Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.
Advertise on We’re Here to Help via http://gumball.fm/
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40 min
BONUS: The Mess Around | 615: Glue (w/ Jake Johnson) Bonus
Show notes
After months and months of public feuding, it has finally come to this: Jake Johnson and Lamorne Morris sit down to address the state of their friendship. What really happened? Can they move forward? And is there any hope for the future? It's time for some real talk, face to face in a giant trailer with terrible wiffy.
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56 min
Fantasy After Football & The Electrician's New Clothes (with Joel McHale and Ravi Patel)
Episode 333
Show notes
Jake and Gareth prepare for the holidays in a mixed household. Then, Joel McHale and Ravi Patel (Animal Control) inspire an electrician to add swag to his wardrobe. Plus, a follow-up from Ep 316 "Dick Tracy."
Watch Season 5 of Animal Control starring Joel McHale and Ravi Patel, Sundays on Fox and stream next day on Hulu.
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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INSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPod
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55 min
Tooth-a-Thon & Vince, Whoa
Episode 332
Show notes
Gareth and Jake distract a caller during a root canal. Then, they reimburse a thoughtful gift (this is only happening once).
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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1 hr 21 min
Holy Mouth & She’s A Rocket (with Dan Goor)
Episode 331
Show notes
The guys are joined by Guest Helper Dan Goor, creator of Brooklyn 99. Together, they help a pastor replace two missing sheep. Then, a smokeshow causes trouble for an un-caged hog.
Want to call in? Email your question to helpfulpod@gmail.com.
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INSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPod
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1 hr 7 min
Small Town, Big Dik & Grandpa No. 2
Episode 330
Show notes
Jake and Gareth absolutely do NOT encourage a caller to commit vandalism. Then, they take things personally when a mom-to-be honors the wrong grandpa.
See images from the episode here: https://www.heretohelppod.com/post/episode-330
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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1 hr 4 min
RIP Back Pain & Ah-WOO-Gah (with Jane Levy)
Episode 329
Show notes
Guest Helper Jane Levy (Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist) helps Jake and Gareth hide a sex dungeon. Then, the life of Arnold Schwarzenegger, as told by a juicebox.
See images from the episode here: https://www.heretohelppod.com/post/episode-329
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1 hr 13 min
Judge Jenny & Pandora Hack
Episode 328
Show notes
Gareth and Jake get involved when an Alabama church turns into Melrose Place. Then, they shuffle a dental office playlist. Plus, the final follow-up from Ep 233 Breaking and Entenmann's.
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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55 min
Diarrhea Day Of & Cinnamon Toast Boner (with Maddie Mahoney)
Episode 327
Show notes
Jake and Gareth are joined by Guest Helper Maddie Mahoney of Betches. Together, they get a new mom out of a hellish Friendsgiving. Then, they add a little crunch into TV time.
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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59 min
Dumping Chocolates & Have It Your Way
Episode 326
Show notes
The guys add a laugh track to a Portuguese dental office. Then, they call for Whopper to the floor. Plus, a follow-up from Ep 156 "50% Off When I Met Him."
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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53 min
The Nanny & Ecksplosives On Board! (with Carrie Brownstein)
Episode 325
Show notes
Carrie Brownstein, Sleater-Kinney and Portlandia, joins the guys. First they help a lap swimmer stay single. Then, they help a caller prevent cake annihilation.
“Podlandia: A-O Rewatch” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. New episodes air every Thursday.
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1 hr 10 min
Out To Lunge & Cool Girl Cliff Jump
Episode 324
Show notes
Jake and Gareth design a workout inspired by a customer service disaster. Then, they stop a speech pathologist from jumping off a cliff. Plus, Steve Berg at the Detroit airport and a follow-up from Ep 296 "Fully Soaked (with Brandon Flynn)."
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48 min
CAT AND RAT: Charcuterie, No Fish & Hortense Weaseldorf
Show notes
Cat and Rat are Back! Cat Reitman and Gareth help plan a fish funeral. Then, they get all hot and bothered while doing community theatre.
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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1 hr 1 min
Pickles and Ranch & Kenny Z (with Rhett and Link)
Episode 323
Show notes
Gareth and Jake are joined by guest helpers Rhett and Link, hosts of Good Mythical Morning. First, they stop a mom from dumping condiments on the curb. Then, they pick the real MacKenzie.
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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54 min
Unicorns Drink Free & You're Running, Dude
Episode 322
Show notes
The guys help a rural bar stand out among the competition. Then, they get a fast walker to cool his jets. Plus, a follow-up from Ep 297 "An Irish Poo-Dunnit (with Liz Meriwether)."
Want to call in? Email your question to http://helpfulpod@gmail.com/.
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