Taskmaster: The People's Podcast
Introducing Taskmaster: The People’s Podcast, hosted by Series 15's beloved Jenny Eclair alongside Taskmaster aficionado, Jack Bernhardt. Each week, Jenny and Jack take a deep dive into the world of Taskmaster, talking to behind-the-scenes guests, superfans and some of the most beloved Taskmaster characters. This is the official fan podcast from the producers of the BAFTA-winning comedy show. If you want to share your Taskmaster obsession, whether it's talking about your favourite task, what you loved from the latest episode or that you love to whack on a pair of stilts and cosplay as Greg Davies we're all ears. Leave us a message on the Fanswering Machine by sending a voice note on WhatsApp to 07810 025570 or emailing us at fans@taskmaster.tv. Your time starts... NOW!
Episodes
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.
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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.
There's still ti...
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.
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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
Download the new Taskmaster App for all kinds of extended fun, including the Taskmaster Fantasy League.
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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 ...
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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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...
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.
Get in touch with all your Series 19 thoughts at fans@taskmaster.tv
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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 re...
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...
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.
Want to send in your own favourite episode for J&J to watch? fans@taskmaster.tv
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.
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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.
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.
Want to send in your own favourite episode for J&J to watch? fans@taskmaster.tv
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