Selma Blair Bites Flight Attendant & Gets Kicked Off Plane - H3 After Dark #112

Summary of Selma Blair Bites Flight Attendant & Gets Kicked Off Plane - H3 After Dark #112

by Ethan Klein

3h 15m•October 13, 2026
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Overview of H3 After Dark #112

In this Halloween-themed episode of H3 After Dark, Ethan Klein, Kate, Harley, and the crew bounce between comedy bits, old internet memories, and a series of current-event controversies. The main discussion centers on Shane Gillis’ SNL monologue and whether his joke about women at the gym was lazy, intentionally provocative, or both. The episode also covers Dan Levy’s response, Selma Blair’s plane incident and long history of alcohol- and medication-related behavior, plus a bizarre story about a woman impersonating a substitute teacher. Along the way, the crew riffs on old YouTube clips, Star Wars, and absurd internet sound bites.

Main Topics Covered

Shane Gillis’ SNL Monologue

  • The crew dissected Shane Gillis’ monologue on Saturday Night Live, especially the joke about women at the gym “dressing like whores.”
  • Ethan and Kate argued that:
    • the joke was lazy and dated,
    • the “whore” framing was the real problem,
    • and the bit reinforces the resentment some men already feel toward women in public spaces.
  • They debated whether it was a tactical attempt to get attention/clip bait or just a poorly written joke.
  • They also discussed how live TV, profanity, and controversy still drive attention, even when the material itself isn’t strong.

Dan Levy’s Response

  • The crew played/quoted Dan Levy’s reaction, which pushed back hard against Gillis’ joke.
  • Dan’s argument: short gym clothing does not make women “whores”; it makes men who say that misogynists.
  • They used his response to broaden the conversation into:
    • how men often don’t understand women’s everyday safety concerns,
    • why women change behavior in public,
    • and how objectification contributes to a hostile environment.

Selma Blair’s Flight Incident

  • A major segment covered Selma Blair being removed from a plane after allegedly:
    • biting flight attendants,
    • kicking people,
    • injuring an officer and a nurse,
    • and attempting to open a plane door mid-flight.
  • The episode also referenced:
    • her prior alcohol-related incident on a plane in 2016,
    • her history of biting people,
    • and her struggles with multiple sclerosis, Parkinsonism, and medication compliance.
  • Her lawyers argued that the behavior was tied to a medical emergency and missed medication.
  • Ethan and Kate noted the seriousness of the assault charges while still mocking how surreal the courtroom audio and legal arguments sounded.

Fake Substitute Teacher in Milwaukee

  • The crew discussed a Wisconsin woman who allegedly posed as a substitute teacher and said outrageous things to students.
  • Reported behavior included:
    • racial sorting,
    • slurs,
    • insulting students’ bodies,
    • and making bizarre sexual comments.
  • Ethan framed it as absurd and disturbing, while also emphasizing how broken school staffing systems can be.

Recurring Bits and Lighter Moments

“The Joker Baby”

  • The episode opened with a running gag about Ethan’s old “I’m the Joker, baby” bit.
  • A fan-made compilation of the phrase was played, and the crew laughed about how often it resurfaces.

Halloween Costumes and LA Plans

  • The team talked about upcoming Halloween-themed episodes and hinted at costumes without revealing everything.
  • They also discussed an upcoming LA trip and meeting up with friends and collaborators there.

Zach Segment

  • Zach dropped in briefly and the crew pitched future episode ideas for him, including:
    • music history,
    • cultural commentary,
    • and a possible “After Dark” collaboration.
  • They joked about his early-morning schedule and the possibility of doing a low-key hangout or “play date” before work.

Old Internet Nostalgia

  • The episode veered into nostalgia for:
    • old YouTube creators,
    • anti-smoking ads,
    • classic insult phrases from childhood,
    • and retro memes like “talk to the hand,” “opposite day,” and “loser, loser, double loser.”
  • There was also a tangent on old SNL and Will Ferrell bits.

Sponsor Shoutout

  • Cozy Earth was heavily featured as a sponsor.
  • The crew praised:
    • the blankets,
    • the sheets,
    • and the new lounge sets.
  • Ethan and Kate both emphasized how soft and comfortable the products are and mentioned they’d be good gift options.

Notable Takeaways

  • The crew strongly rejected the idea that women’s gym clothes justify misogynistic commentary.
  • The Selma Blair segment highlighted the intersection of addiction, medication, and public incidents, while still being handled with the show’s usual comedic tone.
  • The episode repeatedly returned to the idea that men often fail to understand the lived reality of women in public spaces.
  • The overall tone was chaotic, conversational, and very clip-driven, with lots of side jokes and internet archaeology.

Ending / Upcoming Plans

  • The episode ended with more Halloween banter, a promise to continue the costume bit in future shows, and a tease for the next episode’s topics, including:
    • Kai Cenat,
    • Crystal Pike,
    • and more Halloween content.