Call Her Daddy

Hannah Berner: How to Scare Men (FBF)

November 14, 2025

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  • Women often use the phrase "come" during sex as a coded signal meaning they want the sexual activity to stop. 
  • Men are generally afraid of astrology, making it a useful tool for women to weaponize when trying to scare off unwanted attention. 
  • The experience of having sex is frequently disappointing for women, with many having had far more negative sexual encounters than positive ones before finding a satisfying partner. 
  • Hiding a man's remote control is presented as a highly effective, mean, yet strategic way to force him to engage and text you. 
  • A man's true character is revealed not by how he treats a waiter, but by his reaction when searching for a lost remote control. 
  • Hannah Berner's career momentum, including her Netflix special, was significantly fueled by the anger and motivation derived from a past relationship where the ex allegedly tried to hurt her career. 

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Hannah Berner’s Return
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  • Key Takeaway: Hannah Berner is one of the most recurring guests on Call Her Daddy.
  • Summary: Hannah Berner is welcomed back to the podcast by Alex Cooper. Hannah notes that she, Lauren, and Harry are among the most recurring guests. The reunion feels like a family event for both hosts.
Jorts and Body Image
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  • Key Takeaway: Hannah Berner has a long torso and short legs, a body feature she learned about in college.
  • Summary: Hannah warned Alex she was wearing ‘jorts,’ which Alex described as looking like pants that were too short. Hannah revealed she has a long torso and short legs, a realization that shifted her perspective. The conversation briefly touched on body insecurities, including Alex’s past concern over a ‘banana roll.’
Tour Chaos and Miscommunication
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  • Key Takeaway: Performing live with a trusted co-host is crucial when anxiety might cause freezing or failure.
  • Summary: Hannah joined Alex’s live tour, opening in Boston, where Alex needed someone reliable to take over if she froze. Due to extreme crowd noise, Alex misheard Hannah say ‘bondage’ when she likely said something else. They had to resort to monologuing to keep the show moving despite the communication breakdown.
Drinking Habits and Reality TV
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  • Key Takeaway: Hannah is not a good drinker, often peaking early and getting sleepy while others black out, and she stopped drinking heavily after reality TV.
  • Summary: Hannah explained that she was often told to calm down while pre-gaming in college because she peaked too early. She stopped getting paid to drink after reality TV, which led her to stop drinking altogether. Blacking out on reality TV often required contestants to jump in the pool to remove their microphones.
Al Dente Dick Normalization
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  • Key Takeaway: The term ‘al dente dick’ is used to describe a partially erect penis that is not satisfying.
  • Summary: Hannah, as an Italian, refers to whiskey dick as ‘al dente dick,’ meaning it is slightly hard but ultimately unsatisfying. The hosts agreed that sex is often not good, and women frequently fake orgasms or bleed when trying to achieve them. Advice was given that when a partner has ‘al dente’ issues, applying pressure or staring makes it worse, as it becomes a mental game.
Bad Sex Experiences PSA
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  • Key Takeaway: Many women have had overwhelmingly negative sexual experiences, sometimes mistaking bleeding for female ejaculation.
  • Summary: Alex stated that she could count her good orgasms on one hand compared to her bad experiences before meeting Matt. A story was shared about a college friend who leaked for five hours after attempting anal sex without proper lubrication. The hosts emphasized that water is not a substitute for lube, especially during anal attempts.
Weaponizing Astrology and Exes
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  • Key Takeaway: Astrology can be weaponized by women to quickly end uncomfortable interactions with men who fear it.
  • Summary: The hosts agreed that while women fear being murdered, men fear astrology, suggesting women should use it as a defense mechanism. Alex mentioned a bit about telling men her cat’s rising moon is Aquarius to make them leave. Alex also shared a terrifying story about hooking up with a hockey player whose large, curved penis caused her to bleed, only for him to get engaged two months later.
Stolen Items and Ick Factors
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  • Key Takeaway: Stealing a man’s TV remote is considered the meanest, most disruptive petty act one can commit in his apartment.
  • Summary: Alex admitted to stealing an unopened GoPro from a rich ex-hookup’s apartment in college, though she never used it. The hosts agreed that men owning GoPros is a major ‘ick’ factor, especially if they are mounted near the headboard. Hiding a man’s TV remote is suggested as the ultimate petty revenge because it forces him to search and blame himself.
Orgasm Techniques and Earwax
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  • Key Takeaway: Cleaning earwax with a Q-tip is considered better than sex because it is a forbidden, naughty act.
  • Summary: Hannah revealed that the only way she can orgasm is with her legs straight, a tip Alex later tried successfully. The hosts agreed that cleaning earwax with a Q-tip provides a superior, albeit ’naughty,’ feeling compared to sex. Alex also confessed to having a severe earwax buildup that required professional removal, comparing the extracted wax to a honeycomb.
Hiding Remote Control Tactics
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  • Key Takeaway: A man’s true character is revealed by his reaction when frantically searching for a hidden remote control.
  • Summary: Taking a man’s remote is deemed one of the meanest things one can do, as it forces him to text you while searching. The ultimate test of character is observing his behavior during this frantic search, which is considered more revealing than how he treats a waiter. The frustration often leads to overreactions, such as flipping tables, which can signal a relationship incompatibility.
Google Pixel Organization Aid
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  • Key Takeaway: Gemini Live on the Google Pixel 10 Pro assists with complex tasks like closet reorganization via visual input.
  • Summary: The host used Gemini Live on the Google Pixel 10 Pro to get immediate organizing tips while overwhelmed by a closet cleanout. The AI provided advice on hanging, folding, and deciding which items to donate. Additionally, the Magic Q feature quickly retrieved necessary information, like an address, from past communications without manual searching.
White Claw Holiday Season PSA
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  • Key Takeaway: The White Claw variety pack is recommended for holiday gatherings to satisfy diverse flavor preferences.
  • Summary: The White Claw variety pack is suggested as the ideal contribution to holiday parties to cater to different tastes, such as black cherry, raspberry, or lime. The host specifically brings one to family gatherings the night before Thanksgiving. Listeners are encouraged to grab a pack and ‘Live by the Claw’ responsibly.
Exes and Blocking Behavior
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  • Key Takeaway: Being blocked by an ex, especially when you did nothing wrong, suggests the ex is still emotionally invested or in love.
  • Summary: The speaker notes that she only stays in contact with one ex, ‘British Dave,’ and blocks others who lack boundaries. She posits that any man who blocks a woman is likely still in love with her, viewing the block as a sign of lingering attachment. Anger stemming from an ex trying to harm one’s career can become powerful motivation for professional success, like securing a Netflix special.
Mother’s Influence on Relationships
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  • Key Takeaway: The speaker relies heavily on her mother’s judgment to vet potential partners, prioritizing men who are both assets and attractive.
  • Summary: The speaker admits to breaking up with partners based on her mother’s negative assessment, even if the relationship seemed good on paper. Her mother has kept detailed notes on all her past relationships to offer long-term perspective. The ultimate rule is that if the mother does not approve of the man, the relationship ends, ideally when the mother is on vacation to preserve her enjoyment.
Comedy Career Pivot Post-Reality TV
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  • Key Takeaway: Stand-up comedy became a therapeutic safe space for Hannah Berner to process reality TV trauma and regain control over her narrative.
  • Summary: After reality TV, the host felt either misunderstood or larger than life, leading to a fear of being misunderstood. Performing comedy allowed her to be present and direct her internal monologue toward her art, rather than past issues. The comedy community provided validation, making her feel seen, which helped her pivot away from feeling stuck.
Building a Comedy Platform
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  • Key Takeaway: Selling tickets allowed the comedian to self-produce shows, fostering a supportive community of successful, funny women.
  • Summary: By selling tickets, the comedian bypassed the need to wait for acceptance or lineups from established comics. She cultivated an audience of hot, successful, funny women who felt safe laughing at comedy shows. Her goal is to lift up talented people she respects, aiming for a Chelsea Handler-esque model of mentorship.
Netflix Special Details and Delay
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  • Key Takeaway: The comedian intentionally delayed shooting her Netflix special for nine months to further refine her material on the road.
  • Summary: Upon receiving the Netflix special offer, her agent insisted she complete nine more months of touring to ensure the material was significantly better. She agreed to shoot it as late as possible because she wanted to put out something she was truly proud of, prioritizing quality over immediate clout. She kept the news secret for a month to sit with the achievement.
Shared Struggles and Mutual Support
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  • Key Takeaway: The host and guest share similar struggles stemming from competitive backgrounds, leading to supportive, check-in-based communication.
  • Summary: Both women, having athletic backgrounds, understand the trauma and self-criticism inherent in competitive environments, which often gets misconstrued externally. Their text exchanges primarily consist of checking in on each other’s mental state and celebrating milestones. The guest is praised for leading with her talent now, showing more self-assurance than when they first met.
Double Standards and Male Friendships
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  • Key Takeaway: There is a frustrating double standard where men criticizing women are supported by other women, while women retaliating are labeled ‘bitches.’
  • Summary: The speaker criticizes women who side with men when a woman expresses justified anger or retaliation against an ex. She prefers having fun, memorable sexual encounters over consuming relationships where men demand constant attention. A hot man with no personality is explicitly defined as not a friend and likely not a suitable boyfriend.
Hidden Valley Ranch Holiday Promotion
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  • Key Takeaway: Hidden Valley Ranch dip mix is recommended for creating an impressive, easy-to-make spinach dip for holiday gatherings.
  • Summary: Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning is a lifelong staple, and the host plans to incorporate it into her Thanksgiving ingredients. The spinach dip made with the dip mix is highlighted as a classic, easy-to-make dish guaranteed to impress guests. Products can be found at walmart.com/slash Hidden Valley.
Roka Eyewear for Active Lifestyles
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  • Key Takeaway: Roka offers eyewear designed for movement, featuring a home tryout program and float fit frames for all-day comfort.
  • Summary: Roka eyewear is promoted for active individuals engaging in new hobbies like Padelle, ensuring the wearer looks good while moving. The brand relaunched its home tryout program, allowing customers to test frames in real-world conditions and receive a $30 gift card. Prescription lenses are available, and a site-wide sale is running through December 1st.