Jacqueline Novak
Sep 9, 2026 · 1h 6m
Summary
Comedian Jacqueline Novak joins Ed Gamble and James Acaster to discuss her Netflix special, "Get on Your Knees," and her new work-in-progress show. The trio explores the psychology of over-ordering food, the joy of simple midnight snacks like plain bread, and the specific anxieties of having a nut allergy. They also debate the merits of still versus sparkling water and the cultural confusion surrounding papadoms.
Topics discussed
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Lowe's Labor Day deals ad
Walden University ad
Olive & June gel manicure ad
Podcast intro and guest introduction
Banter about knees and legs
Jet lag and midnight feasts
Over-ordering food and safety
Restaurant service and nut allergies
Plant-based diet and ice cream
Marmalade toast ice cream and representation
Comedy industry and show history
Explaining the 'Blowjob' show concept
Blowjob as an organizing principle
Tap water vs bottled water in NYC
Bottle aesthetics and branding
Body scanning tech and self-perception
Papa Dom's confusion and pizza
Nut allergy experiences in restaurants
Vegan restaurant loyalty and nut fears
Plain bread, TV, and food fantasies
Opill birth control ad
Lowe's Labor Day deals ad
Rothy's Point shoe ad
Upwork Business Plus ad
Midi menopause care ad
Soup and oyster crackers
Craving bisque and tomatoes
Salad and rustic croutons
Spicy peach margarita concept
Cocktail glass shapes and trivia
Finalizing the meal order
ActiveCampaign AI ad
Opill birth control ad
Choosing pasta main course
Anchovies and vegan ethics
Side dish and palate cleansing
Building a custom meal at a restaurant
Dirty martinis and coffee negroni
Protein trends and martini choice
Disney characters and dessert intro
Affogato and ice cream pooling
Veganism as moral stance
Lemon meringue pie story
Tart lemon preferences
Finalizing dessert and berry memory
Outro and show promotion
Opill birth control ad
Lowe's Labor Day deals ad
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