How To with John Wilson

“A show that is as much about giving advice as it is dealing with your own problems, John starts each episode by focusing on its title topic (such as scaffolding or improving your memory, and over the course of his investigation, he strikes up conversations that lead in wildly directions. An absolute must watch — especially if you feel any way about NYC. More than anything it's a show that embodies one of our favorite concepts — you see in yourself what it is that you spend time looking at.”

“Not on YouTube (sorry!) but How To with John Wilson is the most hopeful, human, and interesting pieces of media I've seen in years. Each episode is 30 minutes or less!”

“I’m always surprised by how few people know about this amazing show. John Wilson is a documentarian in New York who starts each episode with a question (I.e. “how to cover your furniture”) that takes him to unexpected and hilarious places. Full of wild characters and occasionally really touching. It’s produced by Nathan Fielder which gives you a clue about its sense of humor, but I find it less painful to watch than something like Nathan for You.”

“funny, weird, witty, charming. never know where an episode will end up but the ride is always enjoyable”

“It is a lovely feeling to end a day in New York with a reminder of how full of weirdos this city is.”

“I mean, he’s GOATed right? At times philosophical, he has the incredible ability to highlight the absurdity or life hiding in plain view.”

“So weird (complimentary). My gateway ep was “Scaffolding””

“Could be the best documentary…ever?”

“From HBO Max: “Documentary filmmaker John Wilson embarks on an odyssey of self-discovery and cultural observation by covertly filming the lives of fellow New Yorkers while trying to share advice. John attempts to give advice while dealing with his own personal issues. The episodes, framed as tutorials and filmed mainly on the streets of New York City, cover topics from small talk to scaffolding. While each episode initially focuses on its title topic, in the course of his investigation, Wilson meets people and strikes up conversations that lead in unpredictable directions.” A marvelously hilarious mockumentary that brings us as viewers on unexpected journeys. Through curated fly-on-the-wall footage montages and first person narrative devices, each episode makes sense of the world encountered through broader life themes. You’ll re-watch this show time after time, trust me.”

“Absolutely hilarious”

“Cute New York City vignettes”