

Blocks w/ Neal Brennan
Neal Brennan
Based on his Netflix comedy special, "Blocks." Neal Brennan interviews friends and colleagues about the things that make them feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how they are persevering despite these blocks.
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Mar 2, 2023 • 1h 11min
Chris Distefano
Neal Brennan interviews Chris Distefano ('Speshy Weshy' on Netflix, Chrissy Chaos) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.Chris's Blocks:00:00 Intro3:08 Issues10:11 Insecurities in Men26:15 Catholicism37:57 Social Media/Women54:05 Being Away from New York1:01:03 Being AloneWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will HagleYouTube Subscribe: https://bit.ly/2Lf6yvEAudio Subscribe: https://link.chtbl.com/blocks?sid=ytSPONSORS:Magic Spoon: https://magicspoon.com/neal for $5 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 23, 2023 • 1h 20min
Andrew Schulz
Neal Brennan interviews Andrew Schulz (Flagrant, You People) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.Andrew's Blocks:00:00 Intro00:41 Too Generous4:47 Kindness7:41 Parents12:48 Success16:43 Depression20:05 Mom27:45 Relationships39:16 Wife47:44 Bad HabitsWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will HagleYouTube Subscribe: https://bit.ly/2Lf6yvEAudio Subscribe: https://link.chtbl.com/blocks?sid=ytSPONSORS:Miracle: https://trymiracle.com/nealBetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/nealHoney: https://joinhoney.com/neal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 16, 2023 • 1h 19min
Charlamagne Tha God
Neal Brennan interviews Charlamagne Tha God (The Breakfast Club) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.Charlamagne's Blocks:00:00 Intro/Mental Health14:52 Imposter Syndrome22:29 Father Issues32:32 Social Media41:17 Crowds50:22 Boonky Nose52:26 Small Talk56:28 Sativa57:38 Overcommitting58:58 People PleaserWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle (tw @WillyDaSquid)This episode is sponsored by BlueChew and Magic Spoon.https://bluechew.com/neal for your first month freehttps://magicspoon.com/neal for $5 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 9, 2023 • 1h 11min
Ronny Chieng
Neal Brennan interviews Ronny Chieng (The Daily Show, Shang-Chi, Crazy Rich Asians, Netflix special 'Speakeasy,' + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.Ronny's Blocks:00:00 Intro6:20 Deferential7:19 客气17:57 Holidays27:16 TV Shows31:48 Nicer to strangers37:35 Hates Umbrellas42:35 Hates Small Talk44:25 Hates Pick Your Brains47:55 Dad Died1:00:31 Showers After DumpWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Feb 2, 2023 • 1h 6min
Taylor Tomlinson
Neal Brennan interviews Taylor Tomlinson (Netflix specials: Quarter-Life Crisis, Look At Me) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks.Taylor's Blocks:00:00 Intro07:07 Mom Died10:44 Hypervigilant16:31 Success + Relationships36:29 Children39:10 Anxiety41:07 Drinking55:55 Bipolar II59:46 ReligionWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 26, 2023 • 1h 16min
Bobby Lee
Neal Brennan interviews Bobby Lee about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.Bobby's Blocks:00:00 Intro01:32 Social Drowner02:12 Sore Winner07:15 Drugs16:54 God24:35 Alone33:56 Not Good at Confrontation47:22 Addicted to Tragedy Porn52:45 Riddled with Fear55:13 Thinks People Don't Like Him1:04:30 Revenge FantasiesWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme song by Electric Guest (unreleased)Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2Lf6yvENeal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nealbrennanTwitter: https://twitter.com/nealbrennan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 19, 2023 • 1h 10min
Andrew Santino
Neal Brennan interviews comedian and actor Andrew Santino about his experiences with anxiety, the challenges of overworking, being far from family, and the importance of friendship. They also discuss childhood experiences, setting boundaries, and reflections on friendship. The speakers share stories of borrowing the Oscar Meyer wiener mobile and the benefits of disconnecting on vacation.

Jan 12, 2023 • 1h 8min
Sebastian Maniscalco
Neal Brennan interviews Sebastian Maniscalco about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.Sebastian's Blocks:00:00 Intro03:47 High Anxiety/Stress11:46 Family21:33 Scorsese27:09 Overthinking34:52 Hypersensitivity36:29 Avoiding Confrontation45:28 People Who Have Self-Portraits Of Themselves As Artwork In Their Homes49:18 Oversharing53:15 DeathWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme song by Electric Guest (unreleased)Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2Lf6yvENeal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nealbrennanTwitter: https://twitter.com/nealbrennan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 22, 2022 • 1h 25min
Nikki Glaser
Neal Brennan interviews Nikki Glaser about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks.Nikki's Blocks:Envy (3:28)Intimacy (38:55)Edging (40:54) Relationships (43:47)Oversharing (1:01:46)Not Normal (1:08:25)Not A Model (1:10:17)Can’t Watch Self (1:19:14)Not Reaching Potential (1:20:10)Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme song by Electric Guest (unreleased)Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2Lf6yvENeal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nealbrennanTwitter: https://twitter.com/nealbrennan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 15, 2022 • 1h 27min
Bert Kreischer
Neal Brennan interviews Bert Kreischer about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.Bert's Blocks:Not Attractive (02:20)Competitive (06:24)Sensitivity (09:19)Insecurity (17:10)Death (43:46)Cynicism (53:03)Bert reacts to David Letterman voicemail (1:00:51)Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme song by Electric Guest (unreleased)Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2Lf6yvENeal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nealbrennanTwitter: https://twitter.com/nealbrennan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices