Taskmaster: The People's Podcast

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. We'd love to hear from you with any NYT thoug...

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. Get your last minute Series 18 thoughts in to us:...

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. Get your...

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. We love to hear from...

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, an...

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. W...

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. We always love to hear from you: fans@taskmaster.tv Visit je...

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. We always l...

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. Give us your Series 18 reactions: fans@taskmaster.tv Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visi...

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. Give us your Series 18 reactions: fans@taskmaster.tv Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster...

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.'...

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 spe...

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... Want to get involved? Send us an email at: fan...

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. Want to get involved? Send us an email at: fans@...

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. Have something to say, specifically regarding Taskmaster? Get in touch: fans@taskmaster.tv Watch all of Ta...

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. Want t...

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 p robably 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, an...

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. We love hearing your Taskmaste...

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 no...

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...

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 whi...

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! Want to suggest a...

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 Jo...

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). Want to report a sploo...

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 Robin...