Addressing The Vacation Drama - H3TV #74

[@apersonwiththoughts]

23:02 Ethan saying “I’m gonna sue my fat” was the most American sentence ever to be uttered.

[@kate-ec4pj]

😂😂😂

[@zamoran1933]

@@FreshNews247 omg shut up

[@aaroneusjames2342]

​@@FreshNews247 you liked your own comment.

[@user-kd1ho9bu6g]

I hope they switch to Olivia's bachelor idea. Bring love and find him love at the bacH3lor mansion.

[@Diprobase]

@@user-kd1ho9bu6g thats such a relevant point

[@lizzystartsover]

The chat doesn't speak for the 95% of lurkers who just enjoy and watch the content and are happy with whatever you guys do.

[@zyprexza]

literally. i rarely ever comment and i’m never on time to even comment on the live shows.

[@FloppyWangis420]

Ive watched since day one this is my first comment😭🤣 not even a member either

[@LoveLove-xx2wk]

Exactly I’ve been watching for about four years and I’ve only commented once or twice lol 😅

[@theninjacow]

Preach, Ive been a fan for years but don't watch any of the shows live and never comment/ interact lol

[@Rosskles]

Even making fun of someone's dead girlfriend? Damn.

[@harley-lynn]

ethan using A.I. technology to find the efficacy of crack vs. a tapeworm as weight loss methods is why this is the #1 podcast in the world

[@enexius67]

@@BillyMayDays Who’s “y’all” and why do you assume “y’all” is gonna have kids lmaoo. Not everyone wants to or should become a parent

[@marissarenee4123]

@@BillyMayDays I have a 11 year old, never behind on the pods lol she knows who Ethan is 😂

[@younghits4284]

@harley1825 that is one of the many reasons why it is the #1 most idiotic podcast in the world

[@BrockAwesome]

This! This is why I'm watching!

[@yng514]

Ethan using ai technology to create comments. Are you paying this fool?

[@harshran.]

Seeing Love square up on camera to everyone hating on Sam and Zach was the funniest thing 1:22:38

[@Shelbizleee]

the most embarrassing thing that ever happened to me was FULLY believing Oliver Tree was a character of Ethan's... I had no idea who he was and for a significant amount of time I thought they were the same person... very awkward conversation when someone had to tell me that was not the case LOL

[@redfoster1]

Legit same. Didn’t realize until I saw Oliver on the show with Ethan one day that they weren’t the same dude.

[@Noyesnoyes88]

LMAO you thought Ethan sings Life Goes On and on and on and on and on? 😂

[@redfoster1]

No I didn’t even know who Oliver Tree was. And I didn’t know much about h3 back then either I guess.

[@carterpitbull7366]

Nah you could be worse and be like the Melanie Martinez fans who attack him for dating her, and not understanding his character is a character. I like both musicians but seriously imagine attacking someone for dating history.

[@brookelandizzle]

I also said they look alike!!! Lol. But that is fucking hilarious 😂

[@rodeoburger]

1:22:21 God bless Ian for standing up for people. He usually is so quiet and keeps to himself but will defend anyone if they're being poked at. Truly has a heart of gold.

[@izGrump]

@@sjberntson7606 brother he is literally in a relationship with sam

[@forest4407]

@@sjberntson7606 since when did having basic compassion become simping? I would really love to know

[@lawgdawg]

@@sjberntson7606fellas is it simp behavior to defend your literal partner in life? /s

[@binmcbin1890]

​@@forest4407 I think it's a joke

[@cpcassone]

She is so dramatic and over the top. Seriously? A very benign comment from a stranger in a chat is all it takes for you to spiral out of control and have an emotional breakdown that requires you to walk of set and need consoling from your boyfriend? Give me a break. People have less dramatic responses to real trauma than this chick has from a discussion about travel options to a free vacation! Hahaha

[@reanukeeves2564]

ethan... 5lbs lost in a month is literally the speed you're supposed to lose weight

[@Roza69420]

How does he not realize this??? More than a pound per week is insanely great and sustainable weight loss!!

[@HaleKelsey1]

2 pounds a week is the max without it being unhealthy. 1000 calories a day?? I can’t imagine running on that and I’m a 24 year old woman who is way too sedentary.

[@malinskiii]

5 lbs per wwek is alot

[@Goblexter]

He's just losing muscle mass tbh.

[@BirchWeber]

​@@malinskiiiit was 5 lbs per month but still a good amount

[@joie_thegirl9760]

I appreciate Zach and Sam’s openness. And I’m also sorry that they were forced to be that open. I know Zach has talked about his time in therapy a few times, and I think its so amazing that he is helping to normalize therapy for young men soooo important.

[@heatherfrank7433]

Ethan is an amazing boss. I became an ICU nurse in 2020. We got a pair of socks for nurse’s week after all that we had to see and do. Oh and a heavily taxed “bonus” if you worked over 1500 hours in 2020 which ended up being around $600 (so 40 cents an hour over a year). I can’t believe people have anything to complain about with how Ethan treats his employees. From the looks of it, he’s very generous and fun.

[@ralexandra1058]

I feel this… another front liner here- we also got a heavily taxed bonus. Stung to see 40% of it taxed away, wasn’t much to begin and further cutting it down was a slap to team morale. Especially since we were in a time and company culture where no one could actually use their PTO. We were “given” pto, but unable to use because of short staffing and scheduling, and then the unused hours were taken away at the end of the fiscal year. I would LOVE to have a boss like Ethan- that allows employees to use their pto AND includes an all expenses paid vacation? The people bitching about this are out of touch with reality.

[@haileyparker8180]

I became an icu nurse during the pandemic too. No bonus for us let alone even a raise lol. Ethan is beyond generous as a boss!

[@kimberlygonzalez7747]

Thank you for dedicating your money and time to your studies, much respect for what you do, this “system” is fuhked

[@heatherfrank7433]

@@haileyparker8180 us starting in ICU as new grads during the pandemic was crazy 😂 We started on hard mode. It feels so much easier now. I look back at some of the assignments I had as a new nurse fresh off of a half assed orientation (our educator was repurposed as staff lol). Those patient assignments would probably overwhelm me even with 3 years of experience if I had them now.

[@heatherfrank7433]

@@kimberlygonzalez7747 that’s very sweet of you, thank you 😊

[@hotman718]

Ethan being a great boss, offering the crew paid time off and an all expenses 1 week trip to Japan, and people calling him stingy. Ridiculous. I'd kill for a job like that.

[@ColinCowe]

Absolutely 💯

[@cawilson1996]

Not only that but like an all expenses luxury paid trip to anywhere in the world. Even if they were to film a couple of videos its insane parasocial weirdos are so weird for still calling him stingy.

[@ColinCowe]

@@cawilson1996 I'm listening to this bit now jeezo.

[@oscmag13]

people call him stingy because he's fucking co host of a show called Leftovers and insists on keeping the great majority of profit for himself

[@stephanie7142]

Idk if this a meme I’m oblivious to be he hosts the show with another millionaire? It’s on his channel and they both don’t need the money

[@UnusualAphrodite]

I’m dying at Olivia “do wild dogs just die all the time?” CUTS TO ETHAN HIT THE BUTTON SCREEN

[@brit.annica]

Same 😂😂😂 the timing

[@pheebster8239]

YES ☠️☠️

[@hopemyers9160]

it’s the sigh ethan did before the button for me 😂

[@poppy1990]

Timestamp?

[@mysteryweesnaw9731]

@@poppy1990 1:52:48

[@chelseamag3125]

Zach and Sam really just made me feel so much more normal. When Zach said “I can’t..be..” I genuinely felt that.

[@sonnyboywilliamson424]

Love this

[@Xolahana]

1:22:22 My heart really broke for Sam specifically just because of how much of herself she has poured into this show over the years & I think that’s why this has affected her so much. She has literally put so much love & creativity into keeping you all entertained. The fact that that portion of the chat completely lack empathy and pushed her to her limit is appalling & so saddening to see from such a supportive community that has helped so many individuals with their own anxiety! p.s. Ian you are amazing thank you for pushing back on those fuckers p.p.s. I love Love 💗

[@PratyushaRaoIsHere]

​@@Dana__black rub a lamp

[@SocksPropaganda]

@@Dana__black bad troll you have 33 comments that are all hate

[@empac8631]

@@Dana__black I wouldn’t say that’s stupid, you gotta remember Sam didn’t sign on to this show to be a personality; she became Ian’s girlfriend and then a prop manager and slowly has started to open up on camera. When anyone opens up about their mental health and anxiety issues, it’s never a proper response to say “cool story bro, take a bar” She couldn’t be sweeter about not wanting them to miss out on the trip and she already feels guilty they want to cancel it for her and Zach, and now she feels she’s let the fans down who want to see the crew in Japan. So it isn’t stupid, imagine already feeling guilty about something you can’t control and it impacting other people’s fun trip and then being blamed for it only to be treated like her anxiety can be cured from a Xanax. She can take a Xanax on the plane and it can make it worse because she’ll be even less in control of the situation and herself. It was kinda diminishing to how she felt to have all these people tell her basically to pop a chill pill

[@__ren]

i also feel bad when the parasocials and shit-stirrers make wild assumptions based on her facial expressions. she has RBF and as someone who also has that, 9.5/10 times it's not that serious.

[@m.a.b.4104]

@@__ren what's RBF?

[@abcdefgh-qd5yt]

I feel like I’d feel so safe with dan in any situation he has such calm energy 🤣

[@WithAngelWings]

Like he seems like the best person to be with if you’re on a 🍄 trip or something like that. If someone was on a bad trip I feel like he’d ground me back into reality lol

[@aaroneusjames2342]

Dan is a good man.

[@Dead_in__side__]

He’s just a massive dad and I love him for it

[@thebeast5215]

Dad

[@afish1100]

And he knows everything and can do anything. KING.

[@SharpChedda]

I’m with Love 100% None of you have to justify yourselves to ANYONE.

[@SocksPropaganda]

I am also with Love 100%. I want to be on a juicer yacht in the middle of a hurricane

[@Sierrrrraaaaa]

Love was killing it this episode. Like, he’s always funny but this episode, he was on another level. We love Love

[@Lilbosleeps]

I loooooove Love

[@jose.fresco]

I hope they go to Japan. I hope zach and Sam don't ruin it for everyone else.

[@samuelmagilocusts2870]

I loved when Love started punching the camera it was so funny lol

[@Wraiven22]

I would KILLLLL for a job that gave me 4 weeks of paid vacation a year and offered a fully paid trip to Japan. People are so weird.

[@mattthompson1105]

sorry to be a european on the internet but it is so wild you guys dont get 28 days as standard i got that when i was shotting out big macs

[@rkat]

@@mattthompson1105 I'm not European but I agree. I'm stumped as to how people treat 2 weeks like it's a treat. 2 weeks in a whole year is not enough. I am fortunate to finally have a job that gives me 4 weeks and once I stay for 3 years it turns into "unlimited" (Within reason). The next job I take, unless I'm in a desperate situation, will need to have 4 weeks minimum.

[@Imnotscaredofyou69]

Their turnover rate is better than Costco's

[@CatherineOsowsky]

​@@mattthompson1105I know right cheez. My boss didn't take me to Japan though. 🤔 Something to discussing with a union 😂

[@siracastori01]

Move to Europe?

[@sydneyyclarke]

I JUST LOVE Olivia and cam for always being themselves

[@cosmicflamingo]

what you mean, did something happened?

[@alexandrarades8241]

Yes ! Oliva is always so positive

[@katieberger5205]

they should go on a date

[@broh6775]

​@@katieberger5205 WHAT!!!

[@aplove428]

@@katieberger5205 remember these are real people, it may make them uncomfortable to see this. People can be friends too . ❤

[@sosteph713]

love punching the screen when ian called out chat lmaooo i love the crew

[@baabaq9126]

Love is the best😂

[@HartleiStansbury7]

HAHAHA so good

[@wornouttrends]

The silent scream 😂

[@jessiey]

​@@hannahwhispers8405 1:22:40

[@sosteph713]

@@hannahwhispers8405 1:22:39

[@genevieve2361]

ethan just shooting out layers of generic insults one after the other like dummy, weirdo, freak, loser ass bitch etc. always sends me rolling 💀

[@rycrgarcia]

Love has made his impact on the whole crew lmao

[@__ren]

the simplicity of "idiot" always makes me laugh

[@rustypvssy]

It sends me when he pauses after doing that and then will just go "coward"

[@ashleetrieu8320]

And then Love chiming in with “dumbass” is *chef’s kiss* it’s one of my fav bits

[@Sarah-di2fn]

I’ve integrated it into my own speech without even realizing it

[@clairenuno7337]

Ethan ordering Sam and the crew boba after the Japan trip Drama was such a sweet dad move 🥲

[@juiceworldeinstein5442]

​@@dm_1236what do u mean

[@OreoConsumer769]

@@dm_1236 what

[@angel204bby]

@@dm_1236that’s her job lol

[@christinecannibal844]

​@@dm_1236if you listened, Olivia actually ordered it, hence why she asked everyone to send her their orders....

[@thebeast5215]

​@@dm_1236christ, man, you spend your free time as a hate watcher and commenter on this channel. Its really pathetic.

[@roxylove727]

it was actually really healing for me to hear the crew respect zach and sam’s anxiety so much. it can feel so isolating and shameful to be unable to do “normal” things because of your anxiety and to hear them all validate it is wonderful.

[@aaroneusjames2342]

​@@FreshNews247 damn dude, that would have really hurt my feelings. Were you a bad kid or something?

[@internallyscreaming90]

Me too! I felt awful chat upset Sam so much that she had to walk away. I have pretty severe anxiety so it meant a lot for both of them to open up about their struggles ❤

[@kikimincksroten4828]

I have it when having to leave my kids. I couldn’t do a bachelorette party in Nashville due to it. I have myself convinced if I’m more than an hour away from them, the world will end and i won’t be able to get to them. I see you Sam. ❤ Family. family.

[@thebeast5215]

​@@FreshNews247 damn that sucks bro

[@UnconventionalMarketing]

@@aaroneusjames2342 Good parents wouldn’t do this, even to a “bad kid” as it’s usually a reflection of the parents/parenting

[@gracesgoodvibes]

some people are so used to youtube drama that they can't comprehend a work group of mature people who genuinely respect and love each other

[@Ssssaaaammm...]

Cam teaching Ethan to skateboard would be an amazing segment

[@scarlett66874]

Personally I think ethan might die if he trys to skate board, so I hope it doesn't happen 🥰

[@skytheyogi]

Yeaaaaa Ethan would break every bone in his body lmao

[@LadyAurian]

Underrated comment. I had to scroll far to see it, but I hope the crew does see it and suggest it.

[@itsmatthew69]

1:23:00 Such a wholesome, slay moment. I love to hear Olivia stick up for everyone like this. Too many people have no idea how to respect other people's boundaries and it really shows

[@donjuan2001]

I’ve never seen a fan base so overwhelmingly positive while simultaneously having the most vile, annoying, and weird people crop up on the regular.

[@ReadySteadyDESTROY]

I genuinely cannot believe how parasocial and weird most of the audience seems to be

[@monobobotonto]

That's the H3 fanbase for you. I have learnt through the years that you must only enjoy the content and do not interact with fans. This is why I left the subreaddit once frrenemies was over, nothing but vile and toxicity spread there and after this episode, I am sure it has not changed for the better.

[@sarahalice4631]

For real. Sometimes I wish Hasan was there to yell at chat. Weirdos

[@ZenMuff1n]

It's the contrast. So many people have positive vibes and negative ones just stand out.

[@katiekeller9047]

It’s so frustrating bc my brother and I love the whole group so so much and I don’t want us or other normal fans to be lumped in with those stupid freaks. It’s so frustrating. Like genuinely makes me so sad! I love y’all! I’ve been eating egg sandwiches in honor of Hasan and the possible trip and have been craving boba for the first time in my entire life oddly.

[@louverachmar]

Love that Cam clarified it’s only a small portion of the audience who is being that insane, it’s embarrassing how intense people take things that don’t involve them so seriously 😭 Also olivia had me cracking up this episode

[@emmbella]

Agreed! Great Cam take! Most of us just want them to live their best lives in whatever why they want/need! 🥰🥰🥰

[@Naejakire3]

Olivia is like this orb of light.. She's so funny and positive

[@louverachmar]

@@Naejakire3 yes! She really shined this ep, especially

[@Billibab]

No fr!!!! I wish the ability to chat was fun, but honestly it's a cursed part of being a member

[@JagannathandPrema]

THIS. People get so upset but literally nothing they do affects us so what's the point in getting upset.

[@TearMyWorldFANTAGE]

I’m really proud of Ethan for standing up for his feelings when people were telling him to stop talking about being fat/his weight loss journey. Sometimes people need to realize that things aren’t always about them and if they claim to care about Ethan and the pod they’d let him use his platform to voice his opinions and struggles. It also helps people on the other side like me when I hear someone struggling with losing weight/their body image instead of pretending it’s not happening and that being fat is always okay/people shouldn’t WANT to lose weight.

[@Kyran1996]

It sucks that in the very same episode, there were also people trying to police Sam and Zach’s mental health.

[@XhumpersX]

The """Health at every size""" movement is a literal death cult. They believe being obese has no negative health effects. Its akin to the antivaxxer or flat earth movement but its becoming shockingly popular.

[@ariella8787]

It’s so weird to me to tell someone live-streaming to stop talking about something. Like, click off?! So strange. Lots and lots of free content out there.

[@maddy.moiselle]

I empathize so much with Zach and Sam, it’s so hard to talk about anxieties on the spot like that, especially in front of such a huge audience and how Sam said she would feel guilty about things. That’s 100% how I feel about so many things and I hope they know so many people are standing with them and understand how they feel. Family. ❤

[@moonriver0111]

FAMILY!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@maddy.moiselle]

@@sirmel11 They already shared they’re doing a group trip this winter though.

[@jenniferrrxoxo]

I’m with you sam and zack, I’m sorry you had to confront these topics in the workplace! I’m glad the whole crew is supportive and I hope for nothing but healing vibes to all.

[@FunFindsYT]

I could tell they weren’t comfortable talking about it, but I hope they know it meant a lot to hear them share their experiences. As someone diagnosed with multiple anxiety disorders, not necessarily sleep & travel anxiety, I could relate to so much of what they had to say. It feels good knowing that you aren’t alone with thoughts like these.

[@pepijimin7084]

really feel ethan on the frustration of actively trying to lose weight and not progressing at all... that's why you don't starve yourself, because you're suffering so much mentally and physically for almost nothing. hope he's able to stop obsessing about the scale and physical effects and just roll with how he feels while those come through. YOU'RE DOING GREAT ETHAN, BE PATIENT ♡

[@dumbelldaisy]

Well, yeah.. The scale is absolutely not what one should base their weight loss goals on, entirely. As the number can shift by 5-10lbs frequently; water weight, constipation (how much matter in one's bowels can make a 5-8lb difference, at least) and muscle weighing more than fat. I do HIGHLY doubt that Ethan is only consuming 1,000 calories a day. Although that's a low number that I wouldn't recommend for a grown man at his age/height.. There's just no way he he's doing everything he claims. Being in a caloric deficit, doing the cardio and eating clean (truly clean) there is just 0 chance he'd be at such a plateau. I understand plateaus happen, but it's an easy solve when you know what to do/know what you are doing. I have never had a client not lose weight. I've found the math and science never lie-people do. He's stretching a bit, for sure. When he claimed 1,000 cals and then mentioned, "Eh, well, sometimes 1,500" I knew he was definitely closer to 1k's worth more in calories than he claims. -Which would be fine! 2k isn't bad for a grown man; as long as he's eating CLEAN, properly tracking his calories and doing sufficient cardio. It is simple.. He would be losing the stubborn weight. It doesn't sound like he is alotting for a cheat day, either. Nor a carb up. Which 100% should be implemented! He also explained he loves salt/uses it a bit. That's a no-no. I absolutely cut out ALL salt/added salt, while dieting. He doesn't need to cut it out completely, not everyone wants to be as lean as I am. However, cutting his salt/high sodium foods in half, would certainly help.

[@pepijimin7084]

@@dumbelldaisy hope getting that off your chest helped ;)

[@dumbelldaisy]

Of course it does :) but he wouldn't read it nor listen. I love Ethan. I've watched he and Hila for years. I just feel he was happier when he wasn't SO extremely disappointed in himself, constantly. It's also a very negative habit to continuously cheat on your diet and start over, every single day. I just feel like he needs proper guidance. It's not like he doesn't know what to do. He DOES. Hence why it's a mental health issue on top of his medication (which is, very ironically, for his mental health)

[@animeROX08]

I totally feel him on this. I'm also trying to lose weight and it is such a slog and sucks that it takes up so much of my mental energy

[@dumbelldaisy]

@animeROX08 If you don't mind me asking, what does your diet/daily intake look like?

[@socalmads]

My cancer came back and this podcast got me through the first time, it is comforting and I feel less alone like I have friends

[@PianoGirl76]

I'm so sorry! You've got this! ❤️ 🙏

[@nsmalin]

I'm so sorry! Family❤️

[@Schmuckfoo]

❤

[@YoungFraggle]

Family ❤

[@pnknplays]

Family ❤❤❤

[@TCAmber]

I know it can be a sensitive topic for some people, but I love hearing Ethan and the crew talk about his weight loss journey. Its such a real take on what the highs and lows of weight loss can look like. He's a real person going through something I think alot of people can relate to and I'm glad he's being honest about how he feels - it is so helpful to talk to people about it and to hear it from others that your experience is shared. Stay strong Ethan!

[@bethanyhardman2143]

Really disappointed in fans the last few days. The crew work hard to produce entertainment for us and the needless disrespect is awful. I really feel for Sam and Zach. Enjoy whatever vacation you choose. Family 💖

[@00zero000zero00]

@Phoenix Resident 846 what’s your point they still deserve respect

[@alician1066]

@@sirmel11exactly they are limiting the trip to closer areas to accommodate their friends. Big assumption here but I’m guessing ur the type that wants ur way no matter how others feel? Like the world revolves around u. I’ve burned maybe bridges with “friends” with that type of mentality.

[@sazonada]

So proud of Zach for being in therapy AND TALKING ABOUT IT. That vulnerability is so helpful for people who experence it. And S/O Sam too. Youre right to be pissed. Glad the crew is united.

[@royal8133]

My heart breaks for Sam and Zach, the people who were saying “get over it” “take a Xanax” they have NO CLUE what it’s like to truly suffer anxiety. I wanted to hug Sam so badly, she’s an angel and deserves the world. People look after yourselves and do what’s best for you ❤

[@Pomshka]

THIS! If it was "just" a case of doing this or that... Don't they think we'd already have tried that and "gotten over" the anxiety?? People really don't get it until they experience it themselves.

[@vansdan.]

agree, shes perfect 😢

[@shannongillum5643]

And if she has struggled with addiction or someone in her family telling some one to take Xanax when u don't know their history is not good

[@CatherineOsowsky]

Yes, this. While chat whining about ethan sharing his struggle with weight loss, "move on!". Not giving ppl with anxiety space. Rude

[@RagingRedhead69420]

I literally cried when Sam had to leave and Ian told chat to shut up about the anxiety talk. They are right when they say people don’t understand anxiety and are so dismissive and rude when talking about it. I felt so bad for Sam and Zach, to first be able to open up about their anxieties on their platform literally discussing THEIR vacation to be treated like that by their own fans was so disgusting. Wherever you guys go or whatever you do hope you have a great time

[@umpinkhi7785]

you’re chronically online if you cried over that…

[@umpinkhi7785]

@@nooneinparti mean maybe if the person online lost a pet or something i’d cry but ur really crying bc a girl is too nervous to get on a plane ?? that’s not empathetic that’s parasocial

[@hand13932]

@@umpinkhi7785 Your life must be entirely comprised of random shapes and colors, judging by the way that you explicitly do not understand what anyone here is saying.

[@brittanylight2629]

​@umpinkhi7785 I would say someone crying over the pet of someone they have never met is equally parasocial, by your own standards. Would you cry over a pet snake, or just a pet dog? W The reason you can't relate is you don't experience that type of anxiety. Some people have never had a pet and would not relate and have am emotional reaction to that.

[@lotusmilano]

“You don’t have to defend yourself to chat. Fuck ‘em all.” - Love Wiser words have never been spoken

[@katiewildwood5434]

Can we have whoever is telling Ethan to only eat 1000 calories call in & explain themselves

[@LPB25880]

There is no way he’s eating 1k

[@Orangefury19]

Right?! It's no wonder he's not losing weight. There's no way 1000 calories/day is enough for an adult male, and isn't he like 6 feet tall?

[@Dublin_N]

He said in the past that he's not actually tracking calories. He amended it to "probably 1500". In my experience, I had to weigh my ingredients and track calories to see results. We just have such a whacked out perception of how calorie-dense certain foods are. Honestly, he probably feels starved because he eats little to no carbs. Some people are especially sensitive to this. I know someone who cut carbs completely and tracked to a strict 500 calorie deficit. They felt like shit every day. Then they switched to balanced macros. They were eating the same amount of calories but felt way better and kept losing weight at the same rate. Either way, it doesn't sound like a plateau when he's lost 5 lbs in a month! That's a great pace, especially when he's already down 30 from his original weight.

[@MrChasecoats]

no way he is eating that much, we watch him eat 2500 calories in one sitting every other day lol

[@GochisouJapan]

​@@Dublin_Nthat's the thing. "probably" can be way higher. He needs to weigh every component of every meal to calculate proper calories, you can't jus t eyeball it

[@zozopondue1878]

I REALLY commend Sam & Zach for being open and vulnerable about their feelings & fears around the Japan trip & traveling in general. To them, and anyone else who resonated with what they were expressing, you aren’t alone and there’s nothing wrong with you! I struggle with anxiety that results in a lot of fear around certain things. I know what it’s like to be ok missing out on something because it makes me feel 10 times more comfortable, and not caring if others judge me for it. Sometimes my husband will ask if I ever feel like I’m missing out, and honestly most times I just don’t. I’d rather feel safe and not deal with the panic inducing anxiety, so skipping out on certain things feels like a win for me. Sam & Zach are lucky that, like me, they have people in their life who accept them and would rather meet them where they are at then leave them out. Sending love to Sam, Zach and anyone else who’s just doing their best to deal with their struggles! ❤

[@frankshavers7840]

I’m gonna be honest, I needed this episode. I resonated with what Zach said about anxiety and being a homebody on such a deep level and seeing everyone on the crew accept that and rally behind him (and Sam) and approach them both with understanding, love and tenderness was so wonderful. There have been so many times in the past where I have been made to feel horrible for how uncontrollable my anxiety is. Being told I’ve ruined trips, being told that I just need to get over it, etc etc. Seeing that they care more about making sure that everyone is comfortable and happy than they do about a cool trip is fucking dope. We need more of this.

[@eterrill]

i literally love cam so much. he’s so sweet. i appreciate him sticking up for us subscribers who weren’t judging anyone about the trip.

[@alliedarky]

Cam is full of it. And by “it” I mean love and joy

[@amanie7450]

@@alliedarky got us in the first half 😭😭😭

[@auditionvideo7553]

it's Cam, short for Cameron 🫡

[@eterrill]

@@auditionvideo7553 I know, I realized I spelled it wrong, my bad 🫡

[@TEHBILB]

Wam

[@TheGloomyBook]

I hope Sam and Zach know that they are completely valid. As someone who struggles with pretty bad anxiety, I know how hard it is. Also, Ethan is doing great in his weight loss journey. I hope he understands that this hurtle is just part of the journey. I love all of them and I hope they understand that so many people support them ✨

[@sanj.guptaa]

​@@sjberntson7606 i wanna know what your fucking problem is

[@user-mc9vp9nr2q]

SAM YOU ARE VALID AND I’M PROUD OF YOU AND ZACH FOR SPEAKING UP ABOUT YOUR ANXIETIES.

[@dolphinlover1021]

I second, third and forth this comment!!! Don’t let those haters get to you! I feel uncomfortable and anxious going to the grocery store or the mall… flying 12 hours to another country, sorry never gonna happen for me 😂

[@mothingham]

fr people are way too comfortable shaming others for their mental health issues 😭 i'm so happy to find comments like these showing support for Zach and Sam, i hope they don't let the negativity (that comes from a parasocial and loud fraction from the audience) affect them. they literally did nothing wrong, chat just has to grow up.

[@stephanie7142]

The fact that chat was being so fucking mean that she left the room is awful. What the fuck?

[@mothingham]

@@stephanie7142 i know... zero empathy.

[@user-mc9vp9nr2q]

@@dm_1236 Sam was hurt and overwhelmed by everyone’s comments, crew and chat included. I did not single out the chat here.

[@LaurenFrey]

ethan riffing “that’s america” is underrated I bust out laughing every single time

[@Im__Gavin]

my bosses leave for 2 weeks like 3 times a year to have a lavish vacation and leave us with 10 bucks each to get lunch 1 day lol, Ethan giving 2 extra weeks paid time off plus a once in a lifetime trip experience is unusually generous. was pretty confused people were so mad

[@Knurek007]

Same, I was surprised that people are so pressed by someone's else extra money like it's theirs. Plus, it's not like the crew wasn't paid every month in the meantime.

[@kikimincksroten4828]

At my old job I got a once a year pizza party and I don’t eat meat. They never remembered to order a veggie 😅

[@lauralanthalasa7]

​@@Trastlol Yep, i have 26 days in poland, but this is america, they have none 😂 so like 5 paid weeks plus paid vacation? Ethan is crazy for this. Crazy good.

[@wearmeout1]

this is why it rubbed me the wrong way when some of the crew chose the money instead of the trip

[@jenncooper223]

I just want Zach and Sam, plus the WHOLE CREW to know they should never feel the need to explain themselves.

[@SuperChooser123]

I mean sometimes its good to explain yourself

[@sonkeeggers6298]

@@SuperChooser123 thats what i thought :DD

[@antarctist]

This and only this. they dont owe us a dadgum thing.

[@Pastas666]

@@SuperChooser123 nah

[@DonnieLouis]

@@SuperChooser123 if you want to I guess. But you don’t owe it and neither do they

[@wvcee]

i wish ethan would understand that hes doing a great job and we're all so proud of him and his weight loss journey breaks my heart hearing him say some of the stuff he says about his body

[@evelinescouten5408]

As someone whose almost whole life was ruined by anxiety, Sam and Zach I really see you guys and I’m so sorry you guys don’t deserve this treatment and disrespect.. :(

[@HiAnnaRules]

I can't wait to see the edits of Ethan saying he hasn't touched carbs or snacks in the last month or 2, with all the clips of him smashing the food during the podcast recordings haha

[@LARBIFICATION]

With peace and love, people need to stop being so parasocial to the crew. The idea of anyone being angry about Ethan giving the crew a free vacation is so mind blowingly stupid

[@AllTheArtsy]

that's not what people were mad about. dont strawman the valid issues raised just to defend ethan

[@fudgesticklebear]

@@AllTheArtsy seek help neurodivergent weirdo

[@Pinkflamingo138]

@@AllTheArtsy lol ok. So stupid

[@haleymason207]

@@AllTheArtsycan you explain the real issue? I don’t understand tbh

[@0-0-s3i]

@@AllTheArtsy what’s the issue then?

[@Jack-gh9xb]

Whenever Ethan and the crew break into the “that’s America” song I always burst out laughing, it’s always my favorite and ngl the crew all sing pretty damn well

[@gracedowling5759]

7:59 Justice for love. He is saying what we are all thinking, even if it’s hard for Ethan to hear.

[@sacagawea12]

This. I did not care for Ethan’s response. Love was being genuine! Justice for Love!!

[@Peep0d]

Love fighting the haters behind Olivia during the vacation talk was the best 💖 we love Love

[@NoobRaisin]

Love was beating the shit out of chat, don't know how they'll ever recover lmao

[@romancedawnn]

I just wanted to say I appreciate Zach talking about his sleep anxiety, I’ve struggled with that for years and it’s awful, but I’ve never heard someone else mention experiencing it before so I felt so seen when Zach mentioned it. After lots of therapy it’s easier to fall asleep at night and I wish the same for Zach ❤

[@dillsdollface]

My heart goes out to Sam and Zack. We never know what’s going on with people and anxiety is a beast to deal with. Be kind and gentle to yerselves ❤

[@joeysnowynoey]

I relate to Zach in a lot of ways. It’s not as bad anymore, but I had moments where I had so much anxiety that I could barley leave my house without it being a problem. Thankfully it’s not as bad anymore.

[@jessicablack1104]

@@joeysnowynoey glad it's gotten easier for you, that's huge!! I hope you're proud of yourself and know family always has your back ❤

[@joeysnowynoey]

@@jessicablack1104 🙏🙏

[@Wowwhataswing]

I have anxiety like motherfucker and you can god damn guarantee I’m going to Japan for free lol. This shit is lame get over yourself a bit.

[@TheLastrawberry]

@@joeysnowynoey what did you do to make it better? To be comfortable to leave your home??😢

[@mickovar]

Totally with Zach on the travel/sleep anxiety. It's crippling when you want to travel for the fun/camaraderie but your brain doesn't want to go, no matter how hard everyone tries to convince you it's a good idea. I felt really seen when Zach was talking about it and wanted to let him know he's not alone!

[@bungarychubbins]

as a member for 32 months i love u guys and literally couldn’t care less what you decide to do pls don’t hate us

[@LilySkye]

I just want to say I love how supportive the crew is and respectful of each other's anxieties. As someone with anxiety disorder, I am used to putting myself and my mental health last because it is inconvenient for other people, and it sucks.

[@alexisstrother]

I feel you dude 💙

[@whitneyjoanaune6366]

Sam and Zack we LOVE YOU!! So many of us understand exactly what you're going through, and we take your anxiety seriously. No hate, no judgement, only love.

[@beckyjeff3258]

Hearing Zack talk about his mental health throughout this episode was making me feel so proud, I could relate to everything he was saying and I’m so glad he’s working on things because he deserves to feel peace and love 24/7 Men’s mental health and mental health full stop is important. Chat I’m disappointed :(

[@beckyjeff3258]

No I don’t think he does, I think he’s doing amazing as he is.

[@cassandra811]

​@@beckyjeff3258I'm assuming that was a joke.

[@beckyjeff3258]

@@cassandra811 the fuck are you on about Cassandra?

[@DojaBratz]

Ian being protective over Sam is just everything. 😭💖

[@JDawg9496]

Ian is a king for standing up for Sam

[@KelseyHazelKeller]

we stan Ian and Sam 🩷🩷

[@johnkilo3]

It took Sam getting upset for him to say something on the podcast without Ethan forcing him to

[@gablamo013]

He’s being a cuck. She’s being a baby.

[@0wen.985]

@@johnkilo3 parasocial weirdo

[@breannacave]

king shit

[@jasmikkol3727]

As someone who suffers an extreme anxiety disorder and has since childhood. Everything Sam and Zach are saying is extremely relatable for me. I have missed out on so much because of my anxiety disorder and people just don’t understand it and think we can just take a pill, or “get over it” it doesn’t work like that.

[@jenb6910]

❤❤❤

[@yng514]

Because h3h3 really cares about mental health (when the cameras are rolling)

[@trumanbadra8003]

@@yng514 lol your so bitter

[@yng514]

@@trumanbadra8003 You're right. Accountability is for bitter adults, my bad for critiquing content clearly made for dumbass children 😂😂😂

[@lizstolte2634]

@@sjberntson7606 that’s truly the least helpful thing you can say 🫶🏻

[@melia1775]

ethan’s beanie getting smaller and higher off his head throughout the video never gets old i love it

[@necromancer6359]

reminder to chat/subredditers: we don't know these people irl so we don't know their stories and their reason for things. these are fully grown adults that can make their own decisions. the crew all say that they are really tight and that ethan and hila are very kind and generous. let's take a step back, peace and love

[@AshSmiles]

this!!

[@jose.fresco]

I feel bad for hila she was so excited. Ethan should take her in consideration it's his wife.

[@umpinkhi7785]

finally someone with some sense

[@AshSmiles]

​@@jose.fresco respectfully i see what you are trying to say, but i think that the whole point was wanting to have everyone feel included. im sure hila might be bummed, but i think she would want everyone to feel comfortable and to be a part of whatever adventure they take

[@jose.fresco]

@Ashley Nichole why include someone like zach who didn't even bother to pitch an idea. He made it clear he doesn't want to go. So the group shouldn't have to cater for anyone's who see's it as an inconvenience

[@lillymeyer8524]

zach and sam’s conversation really hit home because i had to have a sit down with my boyfriends family about how traveling out of state gave me anxiety and how when it’s a trip being gifted, you lack the control in the situation and it’s immediately the most terrifying thing ever. i felt the exact anxiety they felt from the moment i was told about the trip, there’s not just anxiety before you hop on the plane, they would’ve had anxiety in these months leading up to the trip. it immediately consumes you. appreciate giving us a glimpse of real raw feelings you guys

[@lillymeyer8524]

@@ViolentRainbow i agree you shouldn’t always give into it, which is why i didn’t tell them i wasn’t going on the trip, just explained i wanted the option to pass without feeling like they were gonna be bitter and they understood it was more out of me not wanting to hinder others if i think i can’t handle it. and i also wasn’t given any info about the trip location or anything so i got the details as well for the trip which helped tremendously, this is just tying it back to why it hit me so hard to here that convo at this current time in my life !

[@lillymeyer8524]

@@ViolentRainbow that’s exactly what i’ve been doing !

[@Billibab]

Omg this was literally me saying no to going to the Galapagos with my partner and his family, I just couldn't! But I said yes until last minute when I finally realized I'm lying to myself and not listening to myself - and my partner was like, no problem love you just make sure you're sure. Anxieties have to be treated over time, and your loved ones should always be patient with you and understanding.

[@tammydeland8791]

I understand it gives you anxiety. I have crippling anxiety and ptsd after losing my son in a car accident. What I don’t get is how anxiety stops ppl from doing the activity. I just do it anyway. I just do it with anxiety.

[@lillymeyer8524]

@@tammydeland8791 i get really severe back spasms in my lower back and crippling stomache aches that go along w mine & nothing i say or do regarding anxiety takes away the physical feelings like that!

[@BigZ7337]

I feel ya Ethan, I'm in my 4th year of losing weight, and while I've lost almost 370 pounds, it's been really slow all of 2023 so far. It's always so frustrating when you feel like you're doing everything right but the weight just isn't coming off. It is completely normal though, as when you lose weight your daily caloric expenditure from just existing and being alive decreases. So to achieve the same amount of weight loss you were seeing you need to further decrease your caloric intake or increase your daily exercise. I also deal with a lot of fluid retention which messes with your weight, and I'm doing a lot of weight training so that can effect it too. The thing is, you can't be too focused on the scale, even though it is a really useful way to track your progress. You should try to be aware of other changes in your body, for example I've only lost a little under 10 pounds in 2023 so far, but the other day I wore a pair of jeans with a size 56 inch waist for the first time in almost 20 years. You're obviously looking way healthier than you did before, it's tough when your weight plateaus but you need to try to focus on the positives. Not that you'd be looking for any advice in the comments, but I would recommend if you can trying to get more of your calories as protein, and maybe changing up your exercise. I have different seasons for my main source of cardio, where in the winter months I walk for around an hour a day and in the summer months I swim 1-3 hours a day. Your body can start to get really efficient at an exercise when you do it over and over, so to burn more calories it can really help to either increase the intensity of the walking on the treadmill, or the difficulty by increasing the incline, or the amount of time you're doing it. Alternatively it's not a bad idea to switch things up, lifting weights isn't the best exercise for weight loss, but it is absolutely the best exercise for changing the composition of your body. Atm you're kind of skinny-fat, and you might be able to get more of the look you want by adding 10 pounds of muscle onto your frame, which wouldn't be that difficult to do if you put in the work as you'd probably see some newbie gains. Weightlifting can be tedious and repetitive, but if you can make it into a habit it can be incredibly rewarding. There's nothing closer to grinding and leveling up in an RPG than weight lifting. Even though it's just stupid plates on a metal bar, using a weight during one of your lighter warm-up sets that used to be your max weight in an exercise feels just like obliterating an enemy that used to be unkillable in a game. Thanks for the podcast and good luck to you and anyone else reading this in your health and fitness goals.

[@Jcqlnddrr]

Exactly !!! I think he should lift , it would literally change his frame so much

[@marymaguire7206]

congrats!

[@Anna-wh1zh]

370 is a lot. Congrats on everything you’ve done for yourself, you must be very proud of yourself! I’m in actual awe!

[@Negus222]

Well done man, 370 pounds is an insane accomplishment.

[@Negus222]

@@Kigoz4Life "Cheating"? This ain't a game, this is a person's health.

[@headphanie4269]

As someone with flight anxiety and regular anxiety as well, I totally relate to Sam and Zack. I’m going to Japan next year and I’m already nervous but I’m pushing through anyway. I hope for nothing but love for y’all and take care of yourselves. You’ll find a way to make things work ❤

[@Gianni-qj1kt]

I appreciate Sam and Zach speaking up about their anxiety. I felt so bad when Sam got upset because I’m also constantly told to just “suck it and take meds”. It’s so fucking hard to make people understand anxiety. Love for Sam and Zach.

[@m.a.b.4104]

Yes 100%, and medication usually targets symptoms not cures causes. The idea of a magic pill that solves everything is so delusional. Working hard to find and implement individual treatments/solutions is not quick or easy. The lack of understanding is sad. Mayo for Sam.

[@Anonymous-fx3oc]

I guess her anxiety doesn’t apply when going to the Bahamas

[@DrCheeseMD]

​@@Anonymous-fx3oc oh crazy it's almost like the familiarity and much shorter plane ride is giving her more comfort, nuts. Definitely not something she addressed either.

[@DrCheeseMD]

​@@Anonymous-fx3oc I invite you to stop trying to use "logic" to understand mental issues.

[@Gianni-qj1kt]

@@DrCheeseMD Don’t even feed into that asshole. You unfortunately can’t make someone understand how anxiety works if they’ve never felt it, which is what upset Sam in the first place.

[@ashleyhill4877]

Zach and Sam talking about their travel anxiety was so relatable, and it’s nice to know I’m not the only one who feels this way when it comes to traveling

[@samimoonen4065]

🎉🎉🎉😊

[@joselyn8604]

ethan: i dont understand why im not losing weight crew & chat: what youre doing is actually unhealthy and wont help you longterm also ethan: shut up youre wrong

[@jefferzzz0]

to be fair, chat was being pretty annoying about the whole thing. the dude’s speaking his mind about his weight loss and his feelings toward it and it miraculously managed to make people upset. i get that talking about the constant weighing yourself can be triggering for some, but again, it’s a common issue among those trying to lose weight and i have a lot of respect for him sharing stuff like that. i’m a bigger guy myself so i know of his struggle and the frustration along with it. however he def seems a liiiittle bit in denial with how much he’s progressed and hopefully he’s put back on the right track so he can continue his weight loss in a healthier manner.

[@peepeepoopoo8498]

actually he said he knows their right just isnt happy about it lol

[@brendino]

hahaha at least he eventually agreed to it just that it's bs the body works that way

[@dedraul6145]

ethan agreed that its unhealthy actually

[@SEGACORE]

although tough to hear it I understand him I was once in that mindset weight loss is extremely emotionally and physically exhausting he probably just really bummed out about it. I’ve done the unhealthy route and I feel like just clicks one day I like to think he will have one of those moments were he realize this isn’t something you can do quickly is painfully slow going through it rn lol

[@TealTearz]

Props to Zach and Sam for advocating for their mental health. Perhaps nobody actually thought Japan would happen for real so no need to worry about it. Wish some of this stuff the whole crew would discuss behind the scenes ahead of time so peeps aren't then forced to disclose on air.

[@CanadaDhryyy]

The fact that everyone is being so considerate of each other’s anxieties and everyone cares for each other is so wholesome and beautiful. Family:.)❤❤❤❤

[@cpcassone]

This is what makes sensitive fragile people even more sensitive and dramatic!

[@pocketsand274]

​@@cpcassone Being considerate and caring towards somebody makes them more dramatic. Yeah that makes perfect fucking sense

[@00zero000zero00]

@@cpcassone I’m genuinely sorry you refuse to feel love and affection

[@kat2025]

​@Charles Cassone We can see all the comments you've left on this channel by simply clicking on your name...youre embarassing 🤡

[@jessiealexandramoncrief2317]

Sam & Zach. I love y'all so much. I have severe travel anxiety. I went to Hawaii a few weeks ago and had a panic attack, longest flight I've ever been on. Minutes before our plane took off we found out a close friend was murdered... I couldn't stop crying, flight attendant brought me a box of tissues, 4 barf bags, 4 shots of whiskey and a benedyrl... Traveling is one of my biggest fears, I was diagnosed with agoraphobia when I was younger because I had fears being away from my safe spaces. Home and studio. *In my best angry Hasan impression* "STFU CHAT. YOU'RE A BUNCH OF IDIOTS." 🖤🖤🖤

[@hollycrosara4314]

I’m so sorry to hear about your friend Jessie!!! Sending you all peace and love ✌🏼❤️ and thank you for also opening up about your experiences, I hope they are able to help other people who don’t immediately understand this type of anxiety be more open minded

[@bekahgand]

I am so so sorry about your friend❤️❤️ sending all the peace and love 💕

[@kellyannecardwell8263]

I’m so sorry that was your experience but it’s very nice to hear the flight attendant was so kind, that’s what you needed in that moment and they delivered ❤ i hope you’re healing

[@torstein100288]

I'm so sorry that happened to you. I hope your'e doing okay🙏

[@samanthicks]

Hope you were able to enjoy some of your trip. I also struggle with flying, it’s tough and hard to explain that feeling to someone else who doesn’t.

[@delaneychristensen6122]

totally understand the guilt that goes along with anxiety. Sam zach i totally understand everything you said we love u

[@allykath2801]

I didn’t even realize how bad my anxiety was until I went on a study abroad and I was having panic attacks like every night just from being “trapped” and alone in a new country. I totally understand Zach and I hope we can both cope with this anxiety one day! ❤️family

[@cassandra811]

I'm with ya. I have them all throughout the day n night everyday of my life... shits debilitating.

[@harrisonhumphries8554]

Next time Ethan is down about weight loss ask "Do you want our advice or do you want us to listen?" Sometimes when we are frustrated with a situation we just want people to validate our frustrations rather than explain/fix.

[@Yakushii]

Learned that from Parks and Rec. When Chris was always trying to fix Ann's pregnancy irritations. Then Leslie told him he just needs to listen and say "yeah, that really sucks". TV is the best teacher.

[@audreyblair7010]

I also want to share with Zach that I have suffered with sleep anxiety myself. It’s so scary and I can’t really talk about it because no one understands. But Zach, I SEE YOU. For a few months I was so terrified of dying in my sleep and leaving everything behind. I couldn’t get rest. And I just thought that every night would be my last. So I see you and I promise it gets better. Glad you are in therapy and are working through it, you’re strong!!!

[@GirlNo111]

Hey babes, I just wanted to say that I see you and I’m so happy that therapy has helped. I’ve recently started having this specific anxiety and it’s been really terrible

[@GimmeYams]

I appreciate Love trying to discuss how unhealthy eating only 1000 calories is. This is how EDs start :( All peace and love to you Ethan, you are doing so well. Trust the process and take care of your body 💕

[@lololo2350]

Yes! And Zack too!

[@strawbabbie]

yup. you get addicted to the fast weight loss. but it isn’t the right way to lose weight

[@m_masc8760]

so proud of everyone standing up for each other's mental / anxiety-related issues, such a real and hard problem (I should know.......), love all of you guys! Thank you for being so honest and handling these issues on camera

[@leniigii]

i got teary-eyed from the crew's emotional support for ethan and his weight loss woes. such a supportive family

[@gillianhaley8066]

How often does your boss give you a fully paid for international holiday. Can’t believe the backlash Ethan has gotten for this, he is being an incredibly generous boss and doesn’t need to do anything at all.

[@billmitchellxv]

Yeah, right. For all we know one of Ethan’s haters has created about 40 AI bots to criticise the vibe 😂 it’s possible

[@SnazzyParesh]

This is what I’m saying. This controversy has me in shock. I’ve never met a manager who would have done something like that for their team.

[@jemami_11]

This episode is so old at this point I have no idea how Zach is doing with his anxiety but hearing him talk about it was validating for me because I had the same exact anxiety around going to bed for a long time. I would stay up all night because I felt like if I fell asleep I'd never wake up. I hated overnights with other people because I felt like they find me dead one morning. I never realized other people had this exact same anxiety. I've worked through it and only have these feelings creep up rarely now, but I 100% felt you there Zach.

[@vids595]

It's not about how fat you are, it's about how much progress you are making.

[@noThankyou-g5c]

5lbs a month is *great* progress!

[@sixtwotwo622]

and the process of losing weight is the literal definition of trusting the process! it takes time especially to maintain it, but worth it in the end

[@creepykels]

Sam and Zach, thank you for being so brave and open about your anxiety. I have horrific anxiety and it gives me nightmares so I can relate to sleep anxiety too. The guilt you feel for it is so immense: you KNOW there's no reason to actually be scared but you can't help it, it's so frustrating. People say they're mental health advocates and then react so negatively when someone is actually mentally ill. Hang in there guys!

[@meggiepixel]

From one person with anxiety to another, we love Sam and Zach ❤️

[@whitneybobitney]

Ethan and the crew doing the “loser L dummy idiot L pussy dumbass L” bit are my intrusive thoughts now any time someone slightly annoys me 😂

[@kmctcreative]

From someone who struggles daily with chronic anxiety for most of my life, I’ve only just been able to leave for the errands on my own without having a full on panic attack, I can’t work a ‘normal job’ and I constantly feel like I’m missing out on life & it’s possibilities because of something I can’t even control. It’s not just being nervous, it’s not something you can just push through, get over ‘face your fears’ or take a quick pill for. It’s truly debilitating for some of us & we miss out on so much from no fault of our own. It’s sad that so many still don’t get it & instead of being critical can be accommodating & patient to those who deal with such difficulties. But thank you for speaking up about how severe anxiety can be for some of us & thanks to the crew for sticking up not just for Zach & Sam but for all of us that feel like we aren’t heard. 💜

[@alijedlicka3148]

I am so proud of you 💜

[@squirrelbugg99]

I relate to this so much. Hang in there, the world just isn’t accommodating to us anxious girlies 🥲

[@kmctcreative]

@@alijedlicka3148 thank you so much i really appreciate that 💜🥹

[@kmctcreative]

@@squirrelbugg99 thank you! same with you. i know right, i wish it was easier but hey at least we are still trying 💜😅

[@tessaelto1472]

Damn why'd Ethan have to yell at Love like that in the beginning 😭 He was being so sweet and giving good advice. If you start your fitness/weight loss journey off too hard you will have to eventually work harder and harder than that to continue losing weight.

[@elwick7375]

conversing with people who have thick skin allows you to make jokes like Ethan did

[@rudirudirudirudi18]

Love is a hard MF and he's the only one Ethan listens to normally SO, with peace and LOVE, Love has it. If you're new, just know they love each other. This is like watching a family dinner around the problem child, we love that right.

[@lalalalalal169]

​​@@elwick7375 nah bro was mad fr and him being the boss shouldn't have lost his temper like that tbh. he also completely shut down Zach and was refusing to listen to anyone with actually good advice

[@ecila_x]

@@lalalalalal169 you’re the type of fan they call annoying, cause you are. You don’t know these people personally and their friendship dynamic, why do you get mad FOR them.

[@haileyh241]

i was thinking the same hahaha like i know ethan is joking but omg chill. and love is so right! u starve urself and eventually u will give up and binge and gain even more weight

[@ModernWithdrawalsBand]

My jaw literally dropped open when I heard people were popping off with some dumb sh¡t. Broke my heart for Sam and Zach. I know the struggle with anxiety very well, been struggling with it my entire life. Hoping for some relief for y'all and anyone else struggling ❤

[@syntheticgerbil]

Literally it was Ethan who said take a Xanax, not chat.

[@yeeyee5361]

@@syntheticgerbil stop lying, actually watch the pod

[@rallen17]

​@@syntheticgerbilhe made a very obviously joke saying he'd give Zack a metric ton of xans. Seriously dude?

[@GenesisTheKitty]

@@syntheticgerbil the difference being, one of those statements was a joke from a close colleague and individual who has been very open about his own severe anxiety in the past, and the other was a genuine suggestion as a means to "just get over it" in the chat. hello?? nuance is lost on you morons.

[@fab3506]

the crew is so kind to each other, such genuine and caring friends. hope someday i can have friendships like they do

[@JackHehe]

I have severe flight anxiety as well. For people who don't understand, it's not just anxiety during the flight, it's the weeks or months leading up to it too. It's so bad that while you are on a trip, it is impossible to enjoy anything because you are dreading the upcoming flight home.

[@Flanklin.]

Well don't fly

[@cudef9642]

As someone with literally zero flight anxiety I gotta say, that flight is brutal enough already. Can't speak for 1st class but I've flown from Tucson to San Fran to Korea and you're basically awake for like 38 hours straight if you can't sleep on the plane like me. It really fucks with your mind to basically sit on a plane for 14 hours and come off of it roughly the same time of day you got on it.

[@levihalperin7649]

​@@Flanklin. you can't go anywhere

[@Flanklin.]

@@levihalperin7649 why?

[@Fiemus9]

I totally get it, not with flight anxiety, but I have really bad pyrophobia it's to the degree where I was having anxiety several weeks before New Years cause I'm terrified of fireworks catching fire. Flying is not a fear of mine though but that's not because I'm not crazy, lol its actually cause I've been slightly suicidal at times, like "if the plane crashes at least I'll die pretty quickly, which sounds totally insane I'm aware.

[@sarahlynn-ob5tn]

I suffer from crazy anxiety and I just wanna say the love I felt from everyone with their understanding and Ethan’s comment to get boba for Sam honestly did make me tear up. You all clearly care for eachother very much and I think that’s beautiful

[@antonina.p]

Mayo for Sam ❤

[@rodrigo7gomez]

Challenge Bert and Tom for the prostate check! They’re old and need it

[@Arlan997]

2 bears getting their caves checked

[@KRAPYBARA84]

Yess

[@hankthecowgirl]

Challenge bert to die of alcoholism

[@69marrr]

Yessssss

[@thereportoftheweek787]

I’d prefer Ethan not to interact with those hogs.

[@ratratratt]

As someone recovering from an ED, I relate a lot to ethan and his struggles. I found that eating under 1500 calories a day for an extended period of time can make some people's body go into a survival mode and immediately stores any calories as some kind of fat so it's harder to burn and therefore you stop losing weight. For anyone doing this, please be careful. Eating a healthy amount of (mostly healthy) food does help you lose weight during a plateau and afterwards (with the help of exercise). Stay safe, family. ✌️ & ❤️

[@hope5718]

this is what i was waiting for someone to say thank you

[@zoejoy2927]

as someone with severe and debilitating anxiety, i very much appreciated and empathized with the candid discussion about anxiety. sam and zach, you are understood and loved❤

[@maddiem1182]

Not to be a gym bro Ethan, but I’m in college studying exercise science and sport nutrition. I have to say, lifting weights is the best way to lose weight fast and see the most results. Restricting calories to that extent will cause your body to conserve fat for energy. Not to mention that the water weight you will lose (yes, it is real!) is nearly impossible to maintain once you go back to a normal calorie intake. Lift weights and eat in a slight calorie deficit! I am so excited to see you continue your journey ✌🏻❤

[@cindyv2307]

Lol I didn’t wanna sound like a gym bro also so I’m happy someone commented this 🥲

[@zr_1234]

I would love to see Ethan's gym rat arc.

[@rachaelmcn7807]

How do I start lifting weights lol

[@kirbydouglass691]

He should get Brad to help him lol

[@dezi9423]

​@@kirbydouglass691 I thought this too! He needs a buddy!

[@kelsey3040]

As someone who just had my gallbladder removed last week, this episode was healing. Many thanks for the laughs

[@handsoap3346]

I hope you recover well and feel better soon. We just found out my bestie might need hers removed too, hope it goes well❤️

[@ekarennn]

I hope you recover fast and feel better soon! I had mine removed a month after having my daughter. Rest as much as you can!

[@johnkilo3]

Ironically, losing weight at the speed Ethan wants to can cause gallstones. I had mine out two years ago for that reason, I hope your recovery goes well.

[@chad3784]

Zach and Sam, thank you for coming forward and talking about your anxieties and being vulnerable, it’s really hard to do and it especially sucks if you felt that you had to explain yourself to avoid hate, but it is so fair to have those anxieties and really brave to talk about them because it can be hard opening up with that kind of stuff. a lot of people relate to those anxieties or some other similar ones so it’s sweet to have a safe space to be able to talk about them and also helpful to see that others feel that way too. i don’t have the exact same anxieties but have had ones of a similar nature and it’s hard to truly get it sometimes if you haven’t gone thru it because it’s rly easy for others to oversimplify them and be like “oh just get over them in this way” so i’m grateful for you guys for talking about them and also highlighting how you can’t just get over certain things but you can learn to live with them and accept yourself and work on yourself in a healthy self loving way

[@Bekaloo]

I think the interactivity of this show is what may have caused the comments drama , with the amount of say the audience has in polls and things it does give a lot of people a (parasocial ?) mindset that their opinion matters a lot more than it does. The audience interaction is a great part of the show but I do think that when it comes to more personal things with the crew it’s best handled offline because there’s never enough context and even I, someone who never comments or interacts, had an opinion about last ep and commented on it. (I felt it was strange the crew would take money over the trip, but with the context of anxieties etc, it makes much more sense now) but of course you don’t always get all the context. It’s just not worth getting anyone upset over , the crew is not able to handle nearly as much judgement as Ethan so it seems too risky to allow viewers to judge them personally with decisions like that. love this show and hope it all worked out behind the scenes for the best!

[@umpinkhi7785]

this is well said

[@clh24x36]

Couldn’t agree more

[@supernatural5354]

I totally agree with you. I also never really comment on anything about the shows. I’ve never had an issue with it, I just watch it but Friday's episode was so cursed. The way Ethan handled the trip and the money wasn't right and I wish he would just acknowledge that instead of just saying that chat is parasocial and are a-holes. It's clear that he did not communicate with his crew about what they were comfortable with doing. That's not our fault, that's his, as the boss.

[@thebeast5215]

Good point

[@johnkilo3]

I think the term "parasocial" gets thrown around so much now it has little meaning. The purpose of the chat/comments/reddit is to comment on what is in the videos. Inevitably people are going to talk about whatever aspect is discussed. If they talk about something personal on the podcast they can't get too mad about it if people comment on it in the comments. Shit takes are going to happen, of course.