IN THE SPOTLIGHT
How to with John Wilson
An anxious New Yorker attempts to give everyday advice while dealing with his own personal issues.
THE STORY UNFOLDS
Episodes 06
EPISODE 01How To Make Small Talk
John Wilson reflects on the delicate balancing act of making – and safely redirecting – casual conversation, highlighting the rewards and risks of small talk.
Oct 24, 2020
EPISODE 02How To Put Up Scaffolding
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.
Oct 31, 2020
EPISODE 03How To Improve Your Memory
John Wilson taps into his “Memory Palace” for an unforgettable exploration into our ability – or inability – to remember things.
Nov 7, 2020
EPISODE 04How To Cover Your Furniture
While trying to live peacefully with his furniture destroying cat, John Wilson explores the challenges of keeping an object in pristine condition.
Nov 14, 2020
EPISODE 05How To Split the Check
John Wilson attempts to make sense of the intricacies – and fairness practices – behind the complex art of splitting the check.
Nov 21, 2020
EPISODE 06How To Cook The Perfect Risotto
To thank his elderly landlord for all the times she has cooked and cleaned for him, John attempts to make her favorite dish.
Nov 28, 2020
