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How To with John Wilson

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S3 E6 · How to Track Your Package

About How To with John Wilson

How To with John Wilson is a comedy and documentary TV series that premiered on HBO on October 23, 2020. It has 3 seasons and 18 episodes so far and has ended. The latest episode, Season 3 Episode 6 "How to Track Your Package", aired on September 1, 2023.

In a uniquely hilarious odyssey of self-discovery and cultural observation, documentary filmmaker and self-described "anxious New Yorker" John Wilson covertly and obsessively films the lives of his fellow New Yorkers while attempting to give everyday advice on relatable topics. The awkward contradictions of modern life are eased by Wilson’s candid, unpolished commentary. Building upon Wilson’s previously released "how to" short films, each episode takes wildly unexpected turns but is grounded in John's refreshing honesty.

  • Comedy
  • Documentary

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Episodes

18 episodes · 3 seasons

Season 1

2020 · 6 episodes · Last episode: 5 years ago

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    6. How to Cook the Perfect Risotto

    Finale

    To thank his elderly landlord for all the times she has cooked and cleaned for him, John attempts to make her favorite dish.

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    5. How to Split the Check

    John Wilson attempts to make sense of the intricacies – and fairness practices – behind the complex art of splitting the check.

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    4. How 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.

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    3. How to Improve Your Memory

    John Wilson taps into his "Memory Palace" for an unforgettable exploration into our ability – or inability – to remember things.

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    2. How 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.

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    1. How 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.

Season 2

2021 · 6 episodes · Last episode: 4 years ago

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    6. How to Be Spontaneous

    Finale

    Though determined to let fate be his guide, John's attempt at spontaneity doesn't go as planned.

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    5. How to Remember Your Dreams

    After years of rooting his life in non-fiction, John drifts from the world of rational thought in hopes of finally remembering his dreams.

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    4. How to Throw Out Your Batteries

    Seeking a solution to the universal conundrum of battery disposal, John ponders the value of things we hold onto – and what we throw away.

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    3. How to Find a Spot

    John reflects on the competitive and complex process of parking in NYC, where the possibilities opened by having a car comes with a catch.

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    2. How to Appreciate Wine

    When confronted by the overwhelming and mysterious world of wine, John attempts to master his senses and make informed choices.

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    1. How to Invest in Real Estate

    After renting the same apartment for years, John contemplates an unexpected opportunity to become a homeowner.

Season 3

2023 · 6 episodes · Last episode: 3 years ago

In season three, documentary filmmaker and self-described “anxious New Yorker” John Wilson continues his heartfelt mission of self-discovery, exploration, and observation as he films the lives of his fellow New Yorkers while attempting to give everyday advice on six new deceptively simple and wildly random topics. Building upon season two, the episodes take unexpected turns, as John navigates a new set of topics including: how to find a public restroom, how to work out, and how to clean your ears.

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    6. How to Track Your Package

    Finale

    After having a delivery stolen, John investigates how to keep his packages secure.

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    5. How to Watch Birds

    After realizing too much of his life is spent inside, John tries out birding, which opens up a world of possibility...and dubious claims.

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    4. How to Watch the Game

    John's discovery of the deeply-embedded rituals and bonding in sports leads to a greater appreciation of the game.

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    3. How to Work Out

    John starts working out and tracks the pros and cons of big.

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    2. How to Clean Your Ears

    After having his ears properly cleaned, John wonders if better hearing is what he actually wants.

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    1. How to Find a Public Restroom

    As the availability of public restrooms dwindles in NYC, John tries to find clever ways to relieve himself.

Cast & crew

Created by John Wilson

  • Kyle MacLachlan

    Kyle MacLachlan

    Self (Swiping MetroCard on the Subway)

  • Liz Schack

    Self

  • Yanjaa

    Yanjaa

    Self

  • Mariska Hargitay

    Mariska Hargitay

    Self

  • Christopher Meloni

    Christopher Meloni

    Self

  • Maggie Gyllenhaal

    Maggie Gyllenhaal

    Self

  • Martha Stewart

    Martha Stewart

    Self

  • Michael Bloomberg

    Michael Bloomberg

    Self

  • Elon Musk

    Elon Musk

    Self (uncredited)

  • Ron Howard

    Ron Howard

    Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

How To with John Wilson FAQ

Will there be new episodes of How To with John Wilson?

How To with John Wilson has ended, so no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on September 1, 2023.

When did the latest episode of How To with John Wilson come out?

The most recent episode of How To with John Wilson, Season 3 Episode 6 "How to Track Your Package", aired on September 1, 2023.

How many seasons of How To with John Wilson are there?

How To with John Wilson has 3 seasons with 18 episodes in total.

When did How To with John Wilson first air?

How To with John Wilson first aired on HBO on October 23, 2020.

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