Self is a real person portrayed by John Wilson in the TV series How To with John Wilson (based on a true story).
They appear in all 18 aired episodes and have accumulated 3909 positive votes.
Self is also portrayed by Mariska Hargitay, Tony Hawk, Christopher Meloni, Michael Bloomberg, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Kristin Kreuk, Allison Mack, Martha Stewart, Travis Walton and Keith Raniere.
Episodes18
How to Make Small Talk
episode S1.E1 october 2020[HBO] HD. 'How To Make Small Talk.' Series Premiere. John Wilson reflects on the balancing act of making--and redirecting--casual conversation.
How to Put Up Scaffolding
episode S1.E2 october 2020John 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.
How to Improve Your Memory
episode S1.E3 november 2020John taps into his "Memory Palace" for an unforgettable exploration into our ability - or inability - to remember things.
How to Cover Your Furniture
episode S1.E4 november 2020While trying to live peacefully with his furniture destroying cat, John explores the challenges of keeping an object in pristine condition.
How to Split the Check
episode S1.E5 november 2020John attempts to make sense of the intricacies - and fairness practices - behind the complex art of splitting the check.
How to Cook the Perfect Risotto
episode S1.E6 november 2020To thank his elderly landlord for all the times she has cooked and cleaned for him, John attempts to make her favorite dish.
How to Invest in Real Estate
episode S2.E1 november 2021After renting the same apartment for years, John contemplates an unexpected opportunity to become a homeowner.
How to Appreciate Wine
episode S2.E2 december 2021When confronted by the overwhelming and mysterious world of wine, John attempts to master his senses and make informed choices.
How to Find a Spot
episode S2.E3 december 2021John reflects on the competitive and complex process of parking in NYC, where the possibilities opened by having a car comes with a catch.
How to Throw Out Your Batteries
episode S2.E4 december 2021Seeking a solution to the universal conundrum of battery disposal, John ponders the value of things we hold onto--and what we throw away.
How to Remember Your Dreams
episode S2.E5 december 2021After years of rooting his life in non-fiction, John drifts from the world of rational thought in hopes of finally remembering his dreams.
How to Be Spontaneous
episode S2.E6 december 2021Though determined to let fate be his guide, John's attempt at spontaneity doesn't go as planned.
How to Find a Public Restroom
episode S3.E1 july 2023As the availability of public restrooms dwindles in NYC, John tries to find clever ways to relieve himself.
How to Clean Your Ears
episode S3.E2 august 2023John seeks to find ways to keep his ears clean, then becomes transfixed with the sounds of the city.
How to Work Out
episode S3.E3 august 2023John starts working out and finds the pros and cons of getting big.
How to Watch the Game
episode S3.E4 august 2023John's discovery of the deeply-embedded rituals and bonding in sports leads to a greater appreciation of the game.
How to Watch Birds
episode S3.E5 august 2023After realizing too much of his life is spent inside, John tries out birding, which opens up a world of possibility - and dubious claims.
How to Track Your Package
episode S3.E6 september 2023After having a delivery stolen, John investigates how to keep his packages secure.
- How to Make Small Talk
- How to Put Up Scaffolding
- How to Improve Your Memory
- How to Cover Your Furniture
- How to Split the Check
- How to Cook the Perfect Risotto
- How to Invest in Real Estate
- How to Appreciate Wine
- How to Find a Spot
- How to Throw Out Your Batteries
- How to Remember Your Dreams
- How to Be Spontaneous
- How to Find a Public Restroom
- How to Clean Your Ears
- How to Work Out
- How to Watch the Game
- How to Watch Birds
- How to Track Your Package
Best moments10
- [HBO] HD. 'How To Make Small Talk.' Series Premiere. John Wilson reflects on the balancing act of making--and redirecting--casual conversation.
- After years of rooting his life in non-fiction, John drifts from the world of rational thought in hopes of finally remembering his dreams.
- After realizing too much of his life is spent inside, John tries out birding, which opens up a world of possibility - and dubious claims.
- John's discovery of the deeply-embedded rituals and bonding in sports leads to a greater appreciation of the game.
- John starts working out and finds the pros and cons of getting big.
- John seeks to find ways to keep his ears clean, then becomes transfixed with the sounds of the city.
- As the availability of public restrooms dwindles in NYC, John tries to find clever ways to relieve himself.
- Though determined to let fate be his guide, John's attempt at spontaneity doesn't go as planned.
- Seeking a solution to the universal conundrum of battery disposal, John ponders the value of things we hold onto--and what we throw away.
- John 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.
- How to Make Small Talk
- How to Remember Your Dreams
- How to Watch Birds
- How to Watch the Game
- How to Work Out
- How to Clean Your Ears
- How to Find a Public Restroom
- How to Be Spontaneous
- How to Throw Out Your Batteries
- How to Put Up Scaffolding