Overview of Hannah Berner: How to Scare Men (FBF) — Call Her Daddy
This episode of Call Her Daddy (host Alex Cooper) features comedian and podcaster Hannah Berner. The conversation is wide-ranging and candid: they trade personal stories about dating, sex, drinking, beauty, theft-from-hookups, comedy career trajectory, and Hannah’s upcoming Netflix special. The tone is playful, confessional, and often explicit — aiming to normalize messy, real experiences for women while giving insight into Hannah’s evolution as a comedian and public figure.
Key topics covered
- Personal anecdotes and comedic bits (mascot hookup, jorts, “banana roll” insecurity)
- Drinking and reality-TV party culture (mics in pools, blackout rules)
- Sex: bad experiences, orgasms, “al dente”/whiskey dick, anal and shower sex warnings, signals women give when they want sex to end
- Dating athletes and retired athletes: entitlement, toxicity, and scary behavior
- Comedy career: moving from reality TV to stand-up to Netflix special; touring and preparation process
- Beauty and branding: spray tans, eyebrow/makeup evolution, facetune era, wearing ties as power dressing
- Family influence: mom’s role in relationships and decision-making
- Petty revenge/stealing from hookups (GoPro story), remote-hiding as a personality test
- Miscellaneous: earwax, AirPods, fake nails, weaponizing astrology as a social dodge
Main takeaways
- Hannah uses comedy to process and reclaim messy public narratives from her reality-TV past; stand-up became a “safe space” to be present and honest.
- Netflix special was offered after she gained traction in comedy; she intentionally delayed filming to polish material while touring—her agent advised waiting to make it stronger.
- Sexual honesty: many women have a mix of bad and good experiences; communication in bed is often shorthand (e.g., some cues really mean “end it”).
- Practical (anecdotal) sex advice: don’t attempt anal in the shower; water is not a lubricant; be mindful that “come for me” or “come” can sometimes mean a woman wants it to end.
- Relationship dynamics: parents (especially mothers) remain powerful advisors/filters for romantic partners; many breakups are delayed for logistical or social reasons.
- Persona and presentation matter in media: Hannah reflects on over-editing/face-tuning earlier images and how that affected self-image and career strategy.
- Humor and community: building a supportive comedy network helped Hannah transition from reality TV persona to respected comedian.
Notable quotes & insights
- On using insecurity as fuel: “I wanted to get better… the only time my mind wasn’t repeating past stuff was when I was on stage.”
- On athletes/retired athletes: “Retired athletes… sedated state of entitlement… they can hone in on you and be psychotic.”
- On sexual signals: “When girls say ‘I want you to come,’ it can mean they want you to stop.” (Originally from a viral TikTok insight they discuss.)
- On image/branding: “I felt like I had to live up to this thing… I overlined the fuck out of my lips.”
- On career strategy: she told Netflix she’d film later so she could tour nine more months and tighten her bits.
Highlights / memorable stories
- Mascot hookup: Hannah’s viral anecdote about making out/sex with a college mascot (Bucky the Badger) and how the mascot later “rejected” her.
- Pool mic incident: while filming a reality show, Hannah did a cannonball and nearly ruined a mic pack; production staff pulled the mic off her in a panic.
- Bleeding during sex with a hockey player: she describes an encounter where rough/large/crooked anatomy caused pain/bleeding and the encounter later left the man engaged to someone else — a cautionary story about mismatched partners.
- Petty theft from a hookup: Hannah admits to stealing a new, unopened GoPro box from a guy she suspected of cheating — she never used it.
- Comedy path: grassroots touring, producing her own shows for female audiences, gaining credibility in the comedy community, then being approached by Netflix.
Practical / humorous “advice” and recommendations from the episode
- Sexual: avoid anal in the shower; use proper lube; if a partner is “al dente” (whiskey dick), reduce pressure and don’t shame — try calming, low-pressure tactics.
- Dating: use “weaponized astrology” or other quick excuses to deflect unwanted attention; consult your mom for a gut check if she’s honest and supportive.
- Beauty/presentation: people evolve — Hannah now favors subtler makeup and more authentic presentation; ties can feel empowering as a fashion choice.
- Social tests: hiding the remote is suggested (jokingly) as a revealing personality test — watch how someone reacts.
- Self-care: check ear health if you suspect earwax; Hannah shares a personal earwax-cleaning story (anecdotal).
Who should listen
- Fans of candid pop-culture/celebrity storytelling
- Listeners interested in female-forward comedy, relationships, and sex positivity
- People curious about how social-media personalities transition to stand-up and streaming specials
- Anyone who appreciates irreverent, unfiltered talk about modern dating and public life
Sponsors & production notes
This episode includes multiple sponsor reads integrated into the conversation (Hidden Valley, Macy’s, Yves Saint Laurent, Airbnb, Uber One for Students, White Claw, BetterHelp, McDonald’s Buffalo Ranch sauce, LifeLock, T-Mobile, Cozy, Old Navy). Hannah’s Netflix special is discussed at length — she delayed filming to tour and refine material.
Bottom line
This episode is a mix of confessional storytelling and practical, often blunt, advice delivered with humor. It showcases Hannah Berner’s growth from reality-TV figure to working comedian with a Netflix special, while touching on the messy realities of sex, dating, and self-image that many listeners will recognize. If you want candid takes on modern womanhood, sexual honesty, and the grind behind comedy, this episode delivers.