Overview of Addressing The Teddy Glow Situation — H3 Show #209
Ethan Klein and the H3 Show crew (Hila, Dan, guests) record live on Nov 22, 2025. Main focus: the fallout around Teddy Glow (the new makeup line), public reactions from models/crew who worked on the shoot, and a deep-dive / fascination with a new “Instagram/TikTok boy band” called Boy Throb. The episode also includes sponsor reads (Turtle Beach), side topics (Beatles, Jay Leno sighting, RFK/press moment, internet culture), and listener Q&A / superchats.
Key topics covered
- Teddy Glow controversy: several participants from the recent Teddy Glow campaign publicly posted statements denouncing the brand for perceived “support of Israel.” Ethan & Hila explain context, respond, and ask listeners not to harass anyone involved.
- Boy Throb investigation: Ethan analyzes the viral new boy band (4 members + Darshan stuck in India), their “1 million followers = visa” campaign, and whether the group is an earnest project or a produced social experiment (possible outside producer / hidden agenda).
- Sponsor segment: Turtle Beach headset promo (Gen 3 Stealth 700, code H3 for 10% off).
- Additional mentions: Dylan Burns’ Ukraine documentary, Beatles debate, Jay Leno sighting in Breguet store, RFK fainting clip, internet culture/cancel dynamics.
Teddy Glow — what happened (concise)
- After the Teddy Glow shoot, multiple people associated with the shoot (models, assistants, makeup artists) posted Instagram stories/statements saying they would not endorse the brand because “the brand owner supports Israel” (phrasing varied).
- Ethan & Hila say:
- They believe the claims are false or misleading.
- They asked the audience NOT to message or harass those involved — many are non-public creators and harassment only worsens the situation.
- The statements from the participants have real business consequences: partnerships, sponsorships, and collaborators are being affected or declining to work with H3/Teddy Glow because of the mob pressure.
- This episode expresses frustration at what they describe as selective outrage and how anti‑Jewish sentiment sometimes manifests in online “woke” spaces.
- Hila: personally hurt and considering stepping back; Ethan: notes brand and professional impacts (lost collabs, store cancelations, talent unwilling to be associated).
- Reminder: they invited direct outreach & clarified they tried to contact some of the people involved privately (some were responsive; others were not).
Boy Throb deep dive
Ethan spends a significant portion investigating Boy Throb, a fast-growing social-media “boy band” project with a recurring hook: they claim they need 1 million followers to secure a U.S. visa for Darshan (their India-based member).
Who they are (as presented)
- Band name: Boy Throb (audience-chosen).
- Members discussed: Ev Pap (Evan), Anthony (Anthony Key?), Zachary (middle guy), Darshan (based in India).
- Core premise: 4 US-based guys + Darshan in India; their immigration lawyer allegedly told them they need 1M followers for Darshan’s visa, so they’re running a follower drive and posting songs/dance videos.
Ethan’s observations / findings
- Ev Pap, Anthony and Darshan all show long histories of serious music/dance activity — Ethan argues three of the four are undeniably “real” artists (not pure shtick).
- Darshan appears to have a significant following/visibility in India (cameos, Netflix India engagement, viral clips), and Ethan believes he’s a legitimate performer. (TikTok is banned in India, so Instagram presence differs.)
- Zachary’s social accounts were odd: Ethan noticed a large photo dump and unusually dense posting—this raised his suspicion that Zachary might be orchestrating/producing the project, though Ethan later felt uncertain.
- The group’s edits, storylines and production value suggest there may be a third-party producer or hidden backer (speculation included Nathan Fielder–style stunt/producer involvement or another orchestrator).
- Ethan attempted to invite Boy Throb to appear on H3 Show; they declined, citing waiting for Darshan to be in the U.S. Ethan suggested America’s Got Talent as a route and offered to help get them seen by Howie Mandel.
Takeaway re: Boy Throb
- Whether viral marketing, earnest indie band, or a produced social experiment, Boy Throb is gaining traction fast; Ethan is intrigued and committed to following up (and getting them on the show if possible).
Notable quotes & soundbites
- Ethan: “Please do not message or interact with any of these people we’re talking about” — repeated—emphasis on avoiding harassment.
- About Boy Throb’s campaign: “We need 1 million followers so Darshan can get a U.S. visa.”
- Hila on the campaign/backlash: emotional snapshot of how public cancellations affect creators and collaborators.
Other segments / mentions (short)
- Sponsor: Turtle Beach Gen 3 Stealth 700 headset — promo code H3 for 10% off at TurtleBeach.com.
- Dylan Burns: Ethan recommends Burns’ documentary “One Year On” covering Ukraine frontline reporting.
- Beatles debate: Ethan, Hila and Dan debate whether the Beatles are a “boy band” and riff on music taste.
- Jay Leno anecdote: Ethan met Jay Leno briefly in a watch store and recapped the encounter.
- RFK fainting at a press conference: clip discussed and riffed on (humorous commentary).
- “Fat Love” / social experiment: Hila/Ethan mention a satire/roleplay social experiment account that’s generating interactions.
- Audience Q&A, donations, and superchats: various supportive messages and requests (episodic shoutouts).
Main takeaways
- Do not harass creators, models, or freelancers involved in controversial campaigns — Ethan/Hila explicitly request listeners refrain from targeted messages.
- The Teddy Glow controversy is hurting professional relationships and revealing how fast a narrative can derail collaborations; it’s important to verify before amplifying.
- Boy Throb is a notable viral phenomenon — the show will continue tracking and pursuing an on-air appearance or deeper reporting on origins/backers.
- If you want to support: follow Boy Throb if you want to help with the follower-drive, and consider supporting H3’s channels and members if you value their coverage.
Actions / recommendations for listeners
- Do not message or harass people involved in the Teddy Glow shoot or related parties.
- If you want to help Boy Throb’s visa goal, follow them on Instagram/TikTok and engage with their content (Ethan suggested that’s the ask from the band’s angle).
- Support reliable journalism on serious topics (e.g., Dylan Burns’ Ukraine reporting).
- Use sponsor code H3 at TurtleBeach.com if you want the headset discount mentioned.
People & roles referenced (quick list)
- Hosts: Ethan Klein (H3), Hila Klein, Dan (co-host/producer).
- Band: Boy Throb — Ev Pap (Evan), Anthony, Zachary, Darshan (India).
- Makeup/shoot participants: several models, assistants, and a makeup artist who posted statements (unnamed individually on air; Ethan asked listeners to avoid targeting them).
- Other mentions: Trisha Paytas (contextual), Howie Mandel / AGT (potential route), Dylan Burns (journalist), Jay Leno (encounter), RFK (press clip).
Final note
The episode mixes investigative curiosity (Boy Throb) with a personal and serious conversation about the real-world consequences of online mob dynamics (Teddy Glow responses). Ethan and Hila emphasize restraint (no harassment), stand by their creative work, and plan follow-ups: more show investigation on Boy Throb, and further coverage of Cruel World / Happy Mind (another personality who’s been in the mix) on a later episode.