Does Ben actually think people wouldn't miss the podcast?
@lynnevetter
Жыл бұрын
That's madness, I say!
@Spearsa
Жыл бұрын
If he does he’s crazy!! I always love the convos in the podcast!
@adriannahowell2359
Жыл бұрын
I literally refresh at 8am for it!
@burnttoastno
Жыл бұрын
Right?? It’s the only podcast I listen to and look forward to.
@redblacklife
Жыл бұрын
Silly Ben, almost 1/2 million ppl willingly subscribed to listen to Ben and Cristine banter.
@andressaguerra6711
Жыл бұрын
"So you’re biased against hot guys" "Well, I never talk to them" "You talk to me every day" "eXCEPT YOU" 😂😂😂 I love these two ❤😂
@sam4lotr
Жыл бұрын
Such a good burn 🔥 😂😂😂
@ellevictor474
Жыл бұрын
wholesome relationship
@mimiwilhelm5484
Жыл бұрын
Okay, watching Ben flirt with Cristine as if for the first time is the most adorable
@cristinabaeza5163
Жыл бұрын
flirty ben is so elevated by that dump him hat and his oat milk shirt lmaooo
@joakuz
Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@emacd520
Жыл бұрын
I feel like if I wore this outfit I would have as much rizz as Ben ✨his influence✨
@addaline09
Жыл бұрын
The best kind of phone call is a text message.
@its_clean
Жыл бұрын
The best kind of phone call is please just do your job and stop calling me about it 😂
@lillianv6805
Жыл бұрын
From a retail worker perspective, it's always super appreciated if a customer calls out a fellow customer. If you don't feel like that's possible without making the situation worse, then when the problem customer leaves tell the associate "wow, they were really rude. I'm sorry you had to deal with that" just acknowledging it is really nice too.
@billyjean3118
Жыл бұрын
Yes!!! It makes up for the trauma from being treated like that all day long.
@-TheDogOfWar
Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry to any worker that's had to deal with unjustified drama, however, not all workers are respectful towards the customers. I've dealt with a cashier that is friends with a neighbour that I don't get along with. You can probably figure out where the rest of the story goes. I'll just say that she displayed tyrant-like behaviour and got put in her place.
@lillianv6805
Жыл бұрын
@@-TheDogOfWar yeah, not everyone is good at their job, some workers are shitty. Buy I was replying to Ben's specific circumstances he gave.
@NedaTGames
Жыл бұрын
Also the problem customer might actually listen more to another customer, even if it's not immediately. In their head the staff members are being rude or incompetent so if a fellow customer said that they're the rude one in the situation it might mean more to them.
@arelyamaya3822
Жыл бұрын
Even if another customer just makes a comment to you once the problem customer leaves is super helpful. For me as a retail employee sometimes it’s like is anyone else seeing this? It’s nice to know people think you handled something good or that this certain customer was extra. It gives me relief
@jinxie8
Жыл бұрын
I didn’t know the Britney shirt, but I actually found it hilarious. I thought it was a joke on the fact that every AITA someone says to dump him.
@johndododoe1411
Жыл бұрын
I don't know the old Britney reference, but to me it looks like a suggestion that Simply breaks up with Ben 😮
@hollydancergirl4
Жыл бұрын
Ben being a little flirty is f****** cute! I love them together.
@fresapreso1491
Жыл бұрын
ben and cristine reliving their dating days
@andrealadealado
Жыл бұрын
These icebreakers seem like how Ben hit on Cristine 😂😂😂He truly had a tough crowd
@nance8157
Жыл бұрын
Omg Ben’s energy is so chaotic 😂😂😂
@FadedThreadsAndFeelingDead
Жыл бұрын
Big Aries Boi Energy
@anais7362
Жыл бұрын
it's the hat
@slightlycrummy
Жыл бұрын
I've been yelled at while working in customer service a lot before & every time someone intervened and was just like "hey, please don't yell at this person who's just doing their job" it always helped or at least made me feel better because I could never say anything that would further upset an angry customer without thinking I could get fired lol
@zane1567
Жыл бұрын
I died of laughter when Ben said Miranda sings meet and greet and cristine uncomfortably screamed 😂
@uribove
Жыл бұрын
Timestamp?
@lilacorn
Жыл бұрын
@@uribove 42:01
@Synfonya
Жыл бұрын
As someone who deals with unreasonable customers at work sometimes I find that it helps to just say "I won't continue this conversation if you keep treating me like this"
@TCat13
Жыл бұрын
I would be SIMPLY SO SAD if you stopped doing this podcast 😭 Don't know if you realize the value and positive energy you two bring to so many people 💜 I absolutely love it and watch and listen to this all the time. Even play past episodes while I'm driving and doing work around the house. Long live the Simply podcast!! 🙏😍💖
@jacaen
Жыл бұрын
I think what Ben is missing about socializing for some people, and why it's anxiety-inducing, is that our minds just go blank. Like, I get the same advice from my therapist to focus on the other person and ask questions, but my mind just freezes up. I get so caught up in the moment of listening that I can't think of any questions to ask. But more personally, I'm also afraid of being too intrusive. I also have a tendency to assume that people will tell me what they want to without me prompting, which is what my family does. That's not what most people do though. They kind of set me up for failure there lol.
@bunnymom
Жыл бұрын
This podcast is everything to me. Whenever I feel depressed or at night when I can't fall asleep, I always listen to you guys . Love you sooo much ❤
@belindarocky961
Жыл бұрын
Love this. You basically use the pod as ASMR ✨️💕
@lexyeast4896
Жыл бұрын
This feels like trying to become friends with people in the Sims
@eloise_ae
Жыл бұрын
I love the subtle drops of tea Ben sips and serves during the podcasts. He keeps its classy but equally he keeps it real😂 P.S keep the hat it’s iconic😅
@brianabriggs9408
Жыл бұрын
Yes please don’t stop the pod! We love it!
@Nadzglam
Жыл бұрын
Icebreaker idea: Hey! You look like you know how to fold fitted sheets. 😂
@christinemarsh4827
Жыл бұрын
That is a rare skill to have!
@pboplatypus
Жыл бұрын
Ben needs to wear the "Dump Him" hat with his pineapple shirt and he'd get all the ladies 👍👍
@fresapreso1491
Жыл бұрын
this is just ben and cristine flirting disguised as a podcast
@mourya438
Жыл бұрын
Beynn, never even think about stopping the podcast. I'm a huge fan and love every single episode!
@charlottecieters1634
Жыл бұрын
I can't explain how much I love this podcast. It's just really nice to listen to you guys.
@andressaguerra6711
Жыл бұрын
I didn't know the 'dump him' was a Britney thing, I thought it was just a joke on those forums posts which a girl is complaining about her boyfriend being a jerk and everyone's immediate response is just to say 'dump him' 😂 I thought it was very funny, nonetheless
@brannenstack
Жыл бұрын
I WOULD miss the podcast!!!!!!!!!!!! I used to listen to Ben spill the tea in her old videos before the podcast and I would live for those small moments and was so grateful we got more beyyyn in podcast form. He’s just so calming and catty at the same time
@LindseyLoodles
Жыл бұрын
I saw a little old lady once ask a woman who was freaking out at Starbucks if she needed at nap and it was hilarious. The woman was so mad she left without her coffee.
@kylaheaton
Жыл бұрын
Good morning Simplys!
@tammyh4491
Жыл бұрын
WAIT BECAUSE VIDEO IDEA‼️ we tell Christine and Ben our secrets and they read them on the podcast. This could either be really funny or really bad😅
@caylarivera2804
Жыл бұрын
Dan Howell did some cool ice breaker type activities at his live tour. He put different celebrities and concepts and problematic people on the big screen and had us all boo or cheer if we wanted to cancel or keep them around lol! It was very cathartic and really satisfied the urge to scream into the void. And was a goodsubstitutefor a poll when thousands of people show up. I think he also asked us to literally scream into the void together. It was iconic. One of the first live events I've actually talked to strangers at.
@_bebeboudeur_
Жыл бұрын
oh no i wanted to go so badly !! it seemed noice
@peacechickification
Жыл бұрын
Hi Ben! Please wear the DUMP HIM hat, and also please speak up for your local baristas! They can’t speak up, and customers do often need to be put in their place. If even to show solidarity to the staff. I’ve been on both sides of the counter in that situation and I regret nothing.
@darayadaraya
Жыл бұрын
Your podcast is exactly what I need to get through my workday today
@svelli7473
Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear the podcast will not be canceled yet ❤!! If you watch Black Mirror, it would be fun to see a podcast about the new season, your thoughts and theories about it :)
@EmblaDK
Жыл бұрын
As someone who worked in the service industry for many years: it is always appreciated when someone else says something, especially if you just validate our experience afterwards, like "wow that was a crazy person huh" kinda thing 😅
@CoachLouise
Жыл бұрын
I encouraged both my children and my grandchildren to spend at least a little time in a job in food service or other kind of service like a grocery store. I felt they needed to know what it's like to be on the other side of the counter. I think it makes you a better customer and human being.
@alyssaferry600
Жыл бұрын
The 'Dump him' hat is hilarious to me. I wouldn't think anything of it in public
@m4keoutcreek
Жыл бұрын
ben and simply never stop the POD!!! it’s my favourite tuesday reminder and really allows me to calm down with a funny video
@amberrivers2560
Жыл бұрын
This podcast is a breath of fresh air, and I really believe the internet needs more of 'this' type of content...You guys are so funny and insightful while being so authentic and genuine with your conversations (While keeping things level and pc, still don't know how you get it right but Im sure it can be exhausting) Anyways, just know you guys are so appreciated... And I would listen to you guys debate/discuss anything from the big topics to the totally mundane
@lynnevetter
Жыл бұрын
Ben! We love the Podcast! And phew, the Jurassic Park book is way scarier than the movie. I think they should make a movie based more off the book than the 90s one. The 90s one is classic and amazing, but a rated R Jurassic Park would RULE ALL!
@XverreauX
Жыл бұрын
The podcast makes me feel like I'm hanging out with you guys ❤
@laurac86
Жыл бұрын
Me too! I look forward to it every week 😁
@SergeantBytheway13
Жыл бұрын
Hi, so glad u guys are back! I'm ill today and this is the pickup I need
@tayahdemers373
Жыл бұрын
Feel better soon
@holokiki182
Жыл бұрын
I love the dump him hat!! Iconic. Also, Bens ~life before you were born~ monologue proved so fast why he is not the kind of person who needs icebreakers lol. Trust us Ben, chatting is not that easy for some of us 😅
@otakuchiclifeisbeautiful_n7471
Жыл бұрын
I was the weirdo at stop 3 you spoke too at arrival and I blurted out that I am Otakuchic in lives and chats and y'all struggle to pronounce it lol. My daughter was like omgsh mommm. But I was so excited and Ben just walked up and started talking to me and I totally forgot how to act normal lol.
@pattycakes6851
Жыл бұрын
10:43 I was one of those people who got so excited to just be there and meet you and Saf that I completely blanked on what to say! You helped so much by asking my name and reminding me how normal conversation works 😂 Thank you for taking the time to come down and meet all of us, I had an amazing time!!
@Bluessoulphoenix
Жыл бұрын
The way they passionately disagreed about collecting data vs. learning about people was so funny to watch 🤣🤣🤣
@lexvranick5217
Жыл бұрын
I'm honestly with Cris on the whole icebreakers thing. Sometimes they're goofy and annoying, but as someone with extreme social anxiety, having a task or prompt helps a lot, especially when surrounded by new people (& as an instructor, it helps me get to know students, especially early on!).
@AkashaOConnell
Жыл бұрын
If you see someone being mean to someone in customer service, PLEEEEAAASE SAY SOMETHING!!! People are so freakin rude and need to be taken down a notch.
@honeyb.981
Жыл бұрын
I think the exercise of throwing papers with people's challenges written on them, and then to have them anonymously read out loud is an exercise to practice empathy. It can be so easy in a workplace or a class to feel like everybody else is doing fine while we're the only ones struggling, since we never talk about our struggles. So, it is a way to protect your privacy but still learn more about each other's struggles. I took a writing creative nonfiction class at my university, and started out thinking that everybody was floating while I was sinking, just coming out of a very dark period. However, my mind was expanded as everybody wrote about their trauma and their dark moments, and I saw how all of us were dealing with different things.
@_bebeboudeur_
Жыл бұрын
thisss
@Vyvyarth
Жыл бұрын
I know and love the Britney reference. I don't feel negative energy from u. In a serious light: if a woman actually sees your hat andt starts pondering the validity of their relationship, thats not bad. All your choices in life should be meanigful and if a hat influences that 😂 then is your relationship so solid?
@CortneyMegan3191
Жыл бұрын
Yay! Best Tuesday I've had in two weeks 😅
@saminnippon
Жыл бұрын
i’m attending a banquet for an academic conference on thursday and this is so timely lmao how to be human edit: okay maybe not all of it :benstop:
@thischickDEJ
Жыл бұрын
laughing at you forgetting that Ben is involved in this podcast 😂😂😂😂 *ben stop emoji*
@onebuckcanuck
Жыл бұрын
My favourite line I ever heard said to someone being rude to a customer is an even-toned "excuse me, are you going to die because your coffee is colder than you want?" The person went from absolutely loosing their mind to silence because they were processing what was said, and I think it gave them a good reality check. That said if they were screaming about giving them a peanut butter cookie and they're severely allergic, don't think that would work quite the same 😂
@paulasiemek
Жыл бұрын
This cap's message would go well with the pineapple shirt 😂
@alenamichaelaa
Жыл бұрын
i got the britney reference right away, and i think ben looks great in it!
@lizalove91
Жыл бұрын
“I never talk to hot guys” HAHAHA cris you walked right into that one 😂
@KarnizArchada
Жыл бұрын
I don't listen to many Podcasts but I always look forward to Taco Tuesdays! The whole opening was hysterical, too. Cackling at Ben just being... well, Ben. And I agree the fashion from the 90's coming back is EXTREMELY JARRING... Should've never thrown out my wardrobe from back then! haha~
@trishlehecka1199
Жыл бұрын
My teenagers just say “wow” when they hear someone say something rude and people will check themselves. It points out the bad behaviour without being aggressive
@sashimb11
Жыл бұрын
Ben I’ve definitely encountered that type of situation at grocery stores before (and being on the employee side of things from retail and healthcare experience ) and felt the same way about it, so I ended up telling the cashier right after the rude person started walking away -but still within earshot- “ jeeze, sorry you had to deal with her! She was super rude to you” it would always result in the person hearing it and turning around and clearly being embarrassed by their behavior but also recognizing with the employee that that it isn’t fair that they have to deal with somebody like that.
@lalabeatrizmakeup
Жыл бұрын
I don't need any fanfic or wattpad when I have Beyn talking dirty like that to Cristine lol. I love your love you guys are hilarious and awesome. Don't ever stop this.
@dariateodora8943
Жыл бұрын
Think of it like this: the podcast encompasses the best parts of your content. Your personalities, opinions, jokes that people care about. The ability to hear more serious topics and more mature takes on them, remember your audience has grown with you and this caters to them. And it has the ability to just put it on in the background and hear people talk, just as you would with a stream. So the pod is a good idea!
@SUSPENDERSnLACE
Жыл бұрын
“I dream of Jeanie” the sitcom had a genie that had a bottle and not a lamp
@RCrystal34
Жыл бұрын
Yes! I was like screaming this at them! Lol
@me_ggg_an
Жыл бұрын
i had no idea the "dump him" was from Britney Spears! As someone who wasn't aware of the association, I still wasn't bothered by the dump him hat! i think its silly and fun 😄
@amberrivers2560
Жыл бұрын
Same 😅
@DeathlyHolos
Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this podcast. I think I agree with Ben??? On the ice beaker activities vs just talking to people point. I’m anxious too, but the second I find common ground with someone that seems to go away for me. And finding that common ground is more likely to happen in conversation than an ice breaker activity.
@Look_look_at_my_cats
Жыл бұрын
Casual conversation with strangers is my kryptonite! I live in agony of the simple "How are you?" interaction. It started in college. Someone says "How are you?" I say "Fine", panic and walk away. I can't make myself say "and how are you?" back. I can't I can't I can't (why yes, I have social anxiety!)
@louisonbodin8194
Жыл бұрын
an hour of embarrassing flirting, it was hilarious.
@AnnaSoan
Жыл бұрын
I know exactly the weird feeling when you meet people you know online in real life. I work in international team, spend hours each day on call with my colleagues. We consider each other friends. And when we met in real life, it was like talking to strangers you know tons of stuff about. The conversation in real life was suddenly so hard. It felt like they are not the same people. 😅
@YandereDay
Жыл бұрын
We have a meeting like that next week. I'm so excited to see them but also scared to meet them? It feels like meeting your partners family, except you already know them!
@AnnaSoan
Жыл бұрын
@@YandereDay Good luck with your meeting. I hope you will enjoy it ☺️
@rebeccaaaron5472
Жыл бұрын
The difference between being anxious/nervous for something compared to having true social anxiety is so real. “Normal” people can feel anxious and nervous meetinf a new person but true social anxiety does make it more difficult than “just doing it.”
@jackielapash9346
Жыл бұрын
About the Mayo vs ketchup discussion: I mix ketchup and Mayo and dip my fries in it. Delicious!!
@lilymatcha
Жыл бұрын
Hi Cristine and Ben! This week's pod had me laughing so hard on my way to work. Thanks for brightening my day 😄
@Christina_Paz
Жыл бұрын
A few years ago I met one of my favorite photographers at a conference and was STUNNED when she recognized my work and name from social media. Its such a crazy experience meeting those you look up to from social media.
@makiya_hughes
Жыл бұрын
With the coffee shop bully, I find a well placed "Whoa," under my breath does wonders. If they escalate, "Sorry I just saw x on my phone!" *eye contact with the cashier* and otherwise, they'll gasp, and stop talking
@Edgygamertags
Жыл бұрын
big fan of the podcasts Could listen to y’all talk about anything for the longest
@omgwtfMindyloo
Жыл бұрын
I knew "dump him" was a thing, but I didn't know Brittney Spears kicked it off.
@andreamendez2295
Жыл бұрын
I'm only 3 minutes in but YES cristine we understand the "dump him" reference, and I think its a cool hat
@yelljal2764
Жыл бұрын
I kept thinking it was a Hooters hat
@Marityoutube
Жыл бұрын
Love the podcasts!! Can’t wait for new episodes.
@estefaniamartinezv
Жыл бұрын
Love to see another pod episode ❤
@moon-cy6cx
Жыл бұрын
i was the one who asked about the radiohead song omg 😭 sorry for pressuring you ben, i just really like radiohead
@jacqweee
Жыл бұрын
so glad the pod is back 🥰
@redheadangel96
Жыл бұрын
Tbh cristines take on the coffee shop thing might contribute to the bystander effect. Most people would not expect a random stranger to be like “hey you’re being rude” or “hey they’re just doing their job” and I think they’re more likely to back down or be surprised which will pull them out of the rage for a moment. I don’t think most people would resort to violence immediately or redirect their anger to the person intervening. I think we just see more of that on the internet. If we don’t intervene in some situations, then people will think they can continue to be a menace to society.
@unhealthyhomeostasis
Жыл бұрын
The bystander effect actually isn't as big of an effect and not nearly as present as media has made it seem. The case which much of the early theorizing and research was based on (Kitty Genovese's murder) was very poorly and incorrectly reported on and there were important factors in why people were cautious to intervene (Kitty was gay, but even so the police were still called by 2 separate people). More recent research actually suggests people intervene the majority of the time.
@katc2040
Жыл бұрын
@hannahthomson6779 actually witnessing human interactions tells me that the bystander effect is very real and affects everyone. I've witnessed situations where one person says something and it goes badly and so everyone else just bystands. Happens alot
@unhealthyhomeostasis
Жыл бұрын
@katc2040 I certainly think here in the US it may be more prevalent due to gun access. But there is a 2019 study done outside the US using camera footage that showed in about 90% of incidents there was at least on bystander intervention. It also showed there is more intervention the more people there are.
@Kyu_97
Жыл бұрын
I laughed so hard with this one, I really like Ben being so confident in camera, he's so funny 😂
@leeeev19
Жыл бұрын
Few things here…this is my comfort podcast thank you for making it! This is also maybe my favorite episode you’ve done so far. The dump him hat is fun and I think a lot of people know the reference and/or wouldn’t be offended by it. Calling out rude people is helpful because sometimes the person isn’t realizing the impact and only worried about being right or their interest while the employee may want to cry, quit, or feel belittled everyday this goes a huge way! Lastly, petition to do another episode of pickup lines/ice breakers 😂
@niles16
Жыл бұрын
Omg Ben dirty flirting and Cristine's sarcastic responses had me lmao at work 🤣 thank you for making the time go by faster. I would definitely miss the podcast
@jamievigor6995
Жыл бұрын
Listening to the two of you have an intellectual conversation is the hi light of my week. I will be very sad if this ends
@gabriellereed5108
Жыл бұрын
I'm with Ben on the topic of what to dip your French fries in. I like dipping them in mayo instead of ketchup.
@darlingcarola
Жыл бұрын
I listen to this podcast while working as background noise and I found myself laughing too often. I love it :)
@daphnethegamer
Жыл бұрын
I had a customer at work a few weeks back who was incredibly rude to one of my colleagues. He called her useless and thought it was her job to help him with something when in fact it wasn't, so instead of helping his wife unpack/pack, he just stood there with his phone like a f*cking idiot. He even turned to me at one point and said "you, you're not doing anything, you go do that" I just looked at him and walked away. If I wasn't in my uniform, and this might've been a different store, I would've said something, 100%. I hate rude customers and always will.
@courtneyxdevon
Жыл бұрын
Love this podcast but Ben’s snarky comment on Miranda sings has me crying 🤣🤣
@simplecoffee
Жыл бұрын
I knew the Britney shirt! And it is hilarious either way. If you're secure in your relationship it's just funny, and if you're having trouble, it's encouragement to consider dumping him. Win win. :D
@caitdoesnails181
Жыл бұрын
I definitely prefer ketchup with my fries rather than Mayo! But if they are REALLY good fries you shouldn’t need a dip
@caras.4332
Жыл бұрын
A lot of us Americans also are shocked by the portions at restaurants. I think it's partially because Americans do eat more but also so they can charge you more for a meal because it's so much food. Also P.S Mayo mixed with Ketchup is the elite condiment for dipping fries in. But I usually just do ketchup because I'm lazy.
@annasullivan2564
Жыл бұрын
I think a lot of people don't like when they see small portions on their plates, they want to feel stuffed or have leftovers. I personally would prefer generally smaller portions so I can try more things. Appetizer sizes for different sized groups would be nice too
@dariateodora8943
Жыл бұрын
also mayo and sriracha
@whitneyjax945
Жыл бұрын
I wasn’t offended about the hat and also didn’t know it was from Britney but makes sense. I honestly didn’t notice the hat till y’all said something.
@mary_catherine2554
Жыл бұрын
Same!
@angelawith2as
Жыл бұрын
OMG tried to listen while at work and ya all had me laughing out loud for reals at first ice breakers found. I will attempt to finish at work with out cackling by myself at my desk 😂
@SimplySarah1990
11 ай бұрын
Ben you can't stop the podcast. Ever since Christine stopped regular KZitem videos this is the only way I get to listen to you guys because I'm not interested in streaming. Also you fill the hole in my heart that was left by the Jenna Julien podcast.
@MissNoonaIva
Жыл бұрын
Love you guyss.
@alleemuhammad
Жыл бұрын
the miranda sings shade the way I screamed hahahah
@mooseli4180
Жыл бұрын
Ben is lucky he found Cristine cuz he would be fucked with these pickup lines LMAO luv u beynnn
@EvelinO
Жыл бұрын
1:06:27 - I agree, I remember learning about how rooted people are in their identities and that any sort of "attack" on their identity makes them all the more defensive and can escalate a situation. It sucks how many people are so far up their own ass that they don't recognize wrongful behavior
@UvThe1st
Жыл бұрын
I love that this is 2 Stat Can employees arguing over quantitative vs qualitative data
@CoachLouise
Жыл бұрын
I did the penny exercise with a business group and they loved it...many people really like to talk about their experiences.
@lupitamustdie
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Motion picture soundtrack makes me break into tears immediately haha 23:25
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