Blocks w/ Neal Brennan

Paula Poundstone

Jul 18, 2024

Neal Brennan interviews Paula Poundstone, a killer comic and NPR panelist, about loneliness, tricky family dynamics, solo parenting, asexuality, quitting drinking, terrible bosses, and personal successes and failures.

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Paula Poundstone

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Paula Poundstone reflects on personal growth and resilience despite legal challenges.

Poundstone intertwines humor with insights on life choices and self-discovery.

Poundstone shares unconventional parenting approach and navigating life's complexities with authenticity.

Deep dives

Family and Sobriety Journey of Stand-up Comic

Paula Poundstone's journey as a stand-up comic, starting at 19 in San Francisco, reflects her talent and diverse comedy style. Her experiences with family, sobriety, and foster care issues show a unique perspective. Despite legal challenges, Poundstone's openness in conversation with Neil reveals personal growth and resilience.

Intro

2min

Reflections on Life at 40 and Beyond

12min

Exploring the Concept of True Remorse Through an Example

3min

Reflections on Regrets, Parenting, and Self-Identity

11min

The Importance of Proper Measurement and the Bidet Lifestyle

2min

Exploring Cautious Nature, Parenting Styles, and Sobriety

15min

Challenges of Being a Boss and Misinterpretations

15min

Parenting Reflections and Achievements

4min

Neal Brennan interviews Paula Poundstone (Killer comic, 'Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone' podcast, NPR's 'Wait Wait Don't Tell Me' panelist), about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks.

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3:12 Drinking

4:10 High Maintenance Friend

7:33 Tricky Family

9:57 Solo Parenting

20:24 Asexuality

28:17 Sponsor: Tushy

29:50 Avoiding Confrontation

36:39 Quitting Drinking

44:33 Terrible Boss

57:21 Rumination

59:44 Biggest Successes & Failures of Life

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Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).

Edited by Will Hagle

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Blocks w/ Neal Brennan

Paula Poundstone

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Family and Sobriety Journey of Stand-up Comic

Reflections on Age and Life Choices

Challenges of Personal Growth and Behavioral Reflection

Parenting, Foster Care, and Personal Identity

Navigating Personal and Professional Challenges

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