Blocks w/ Neal Brennan Tommy Tiernan
Oct 24, 2024
Tommy Tiernan, the acclaimed Irish comedian and host of The Tommy Tiernan Show, dives deep into themes of loneliness and isolation. He shares his personal struggles with faith, guilt, and the dynamics of parenting, revealing how these experiences shape his comedy. The conversation explores the challenges of navigating identity and authenticity while embracing the complexities of aging. Tiernan reflects on the duality of Irish cultural identity, intertwining its historical pain with resilience, all while maintaining a humorous perspective on life's transient moments.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
High-Energy Identities
02:20 • 3min
Comedy, Faith, and Personal Expression
05:32 • 10min
Navigating Identity and Expression
15:08 • 19min
Navigating Emotional Weather
34:17 • 6min
Guilt, Shame, and Cultural Identity
39:59 • 11min
Embracing Transience: Reflections on Aging and Authenticity
51:12 • 14min