How To with John Wilson

How To with John Wilson

Hey, New York.

Ended First aired 23/Oct/2020 United States English 3 season(s) 18 episode(s)
In a uniquely hilarious odyssey of self-discovery and cultural observation, documentary filmmaker and self-described "anxious New Yorker" John Wilson covertly and obsessively films the lives of his fellow New Yorkers while attempting to give everyday advice on relatable topics. The awkward contradictions of modern life are eased by Wilson’s candid, unpolished commentary. Building upon Wilson’s previously released "how to" short films, each episode takes wildly unexpected turns but is grounded in John's refreshing honesty.

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Season 3 · Season 3
6 episode(s) · Air date: 28/Jul/2023
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Season Overview

In season three, documentary filmmaker and self-described “anxious New Yorker” John Wilson continues his heartfelt mission of self-discovery, exploration, and observation as he films the lives of his fellow New Yorkers while attempting to give everyday advice on six new deceptively simple and wildly random topics. Building upon season two, the episodes take unexpected turns, as John navigates a new set of topics including: how to find a public restroom, how to work out, and how to clean your ears.

Season Overview

In season three, documentary filmmaker and self-described “anxious New Yorker” John Wilson continues his heartfelt mission of self-discovery, exploration, and observation as he films the lives of his fellow New Yorkers while attempting to give everyday advice on six new deceptively simple and wildly random topics. Building upon season two, the episodes take unexpected turns, as John navigates a new set of topics including: how to find a public restroom, how to work out, and how to clean your ears.

S3E5
How to Watch Birds
Air date: 25/Aug/2023 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 29 min
Summary

After realizing too much of his life is spent inside, John tries out birding, which opens up a world of possibility...and dubious claims.

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After realizing too much of his life is spent inside, John tries out birding, which opens up a world of possibility...and dubious claims.

Season 2 · Season 2
6 episode(s) · Air date: 26/Nov/2021
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S2E5
How to Remember Your Dreams
Air date: 24/Dec/2021 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 28 min
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After years of rooting his life in non-fiction, John drifts from the world of rational thought in hopes of finally remembering his dreams.

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After years of rooting his life in non-fiction, John drifts from the world of rational thought in hopes of finally remembering his dreams.

S2E4
How to Throw Out Your Batteries
Air date: 17/Dec/2021 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 29 min
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Seeking a solution to the universal conundrum of battery disposal, John ponders the value of things we hold onto – and what we throw away.

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Seeking a solution to the universal conundrum of battery disposal, John ponders the value of things we hold onto – and what we throw away.

S2E3
How to Find a Spot
Air date: 10/Dec/2021 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 28 min
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John reflects on the competitive and complex process of parking in NYC, where the possibilities opened by having a car comes with a catch.

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John reflects on the competitive and complex process of parking in NYC, where the possibilities opened by having a car comes with a catch.

Season 1 · Season 1
6 episode(s) · Air date: 23/Oct/2020
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S1E6
How to Cook the Perfect Risotto
Air date: 27/Nov/2020 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 29 min
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To thank his elderly landlord for all the times she has cooked and cleaned for him, John attempts to make her favorite dish.

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To thank his elderly landlord for all the times she has cooked and cleaned for him, John attempts to make her favorite dish.

S1E5
How to Split the Check
Air date: 20/Nov/2020 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 25 min
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John Wilson attempts to make sense of the intricacies – and fairness practices – behind the complex art of splitting the check.

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John Wilson attempts to make sense of the intricacies – and fairness practices – behind the complex art of splitting the check.

S1E4
How to Cover Your Furniture
Air date: 13/Nov/2020 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 25 min
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While trying to live peacefully with his furniture destroying cat, John Wilson explores the challenges of keeping an object in pristine condition.

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While trying to live peacefully with his furniture destroying cat, John Wilson explores the challenges of keeping an object in pristine condition.

S1E3
How to Improve Your Memory
Air date: 06/Nov/2020 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 26 min
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John Wilson taps into his "Memory Palace" for an unforgettable exploration into our ability – or inability – to remember things.

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John Wilson taps into his "Memory Palace" for an unforgettable exploration into our ability – or inability – to remember things.

S1E2
How to Put Up Scaffolding
Air date: 30/Oct/2020 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 27 min
Summary

John Wilson offers a unique history of New York's hideous yet sprawling network of overhead "protection," otherwise known as scaffolding – and contemplates what it might take to reduce its nearly 300-mile eyesore presently overtaking the city.

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John Wilson offers a unique history of New York's hideous yet sprawling network of overhead "protection," otherwise known as scaffolding – and contemplates what it might take to reduce its nearly 300-mile eyesore presently overtaking the city.

S1E1
How to Make Small Talk
Air date: 23/Oct/2020 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 28 min
Summary

John Wilson reflects on the delicate balancing act of making – and safely redirecting – casual conversation, highlighting the rewards and risks of small talk.

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John Wilson reflects on the delicate balancing act of making – and safely redirecting – casual conversation, highlighting the rewards and risks of small talk.

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