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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- Seasons
- 3
- Episodes aired
- 18
- Latest aired
- S03E06
- Total runtime
- 8h 33min
Timeline when each season aired
- Season 1 October 2020 – November 2020 6 episodes
- Season 2 November 2021 – December 2021 6 episodes
- the show was away for 1 year and 6 months
- Season 3 July 2023 – September 2023 6 episodes
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S02E01 How to Invest in Real Estate
November 26 · 28min find the promo
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After renting the same apartment for years, John contemplates an unexpected opportunity to become a homeowner.
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S02E02 How to Appreciate Wine
December 3 · 28min find the promo
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When confronted by the overwhelming and mysterious world of wine, John attempts to master his senses and make informed choices.
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S02E03 How to Find a Spot
December 10 · 28min find the promo
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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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S02E04 How to Throw Out Your Batteries
December 17 · 29min find the promo
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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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S02E05 How to Remember Your Dreams
December 24 · 28min find the promo
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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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S02E06 How to Be Spontaneous
December 31 · 29min find the promo
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Though determined to let fate be his guide, John's attempt at spontaneity doesn't go as planned.