Blocks w/ Neal Brennan

Neal Brennan interviews Tig Notaro, discussing her childhood, near-death experiences, cancer diagnosis, dealing with PTSD, anxiety, parenting, and climate change. They delve into trusting life, inner strength, stand-up comedy, and connecting with others despite differences. The conversation is a mix of humor and introspection.

Neal Brennan interviews Jerry Seinfeld about his journey in comedy, success of 'Seinfeld,' lessons in spirituality, parenting surprises, and reflections on his career. They discuss creative processes, collaborations, and the evolution of comedic material, highlighting the duality of comedy and work ethic, excellence in editing, and appreciation for Seinfeld's influence on entertainment.

Neal Brennan interviews Marc Rebillet about his feelings of loneliness and perseverance. They discuss career struggles, overthinking his job, long-term relationships, work ethic, resisting advice, and what he's done to get better.

Neal Brennan interviews Brian Simpson, delving into his upbringing in foster care, his disdain for pageantry, struggles with loneliness, and reflections on relationships with women. They also discuss Simpson's goals and dreams, and how he perseveres despite his challenges.

Neal Brennan interviews David Cross (Mr. Show, Arrested Development, Senses Working Overtime Podcast & much more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.**FYI: We understand there are audio issues starting around 48 min. We tried but couldn't repair them.**---------------------------------------------------------Watch David Cross' new special - 'Worst Daddy in the World': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fnw65BBrlY4Senses Working Overtime Podcast: https://officialdavidcross.com/pages/senses-working-overtime-with-david-cross🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️Email “NealBrennanBlocks@Gmail.com” to have your question answered on a future episode. ----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro / Mr. Show3:49 Life / Upbringing7:08 Rich Kid20:04 Bob Odenkirk Partnership26:59 Sponsor: BetterHelp28:43 Anxiety + Drugs45:55 The Illusion of Happiness 51:05 Guilt & Appreciation52:46 Anger & Dissatisfaction w/ Creative Output----------------------------------------------------------THIS SHOW IS SPONSORED BY BETTERHELP:https://www.BetterHelp.com/neal for 10% off your first monthFOLLOW & RATE Blocks:» Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blocks-w-neal-brennan/id1658660161» Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gx3bANm25DtKA3cnlBH1rhttps://nealbrennan.com for ticketsWatch Neal Brennan: Crazy Good on Netflix:https://www.netflix.com/title/81728557Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Neal's Instagram: https://instagram.com/nealbrennanNeal's Twitter: https://twitter.com/nealbrennanTheme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stand-up comedian Beth Stelling discusses feeling lonely and persevering through challenges with Neal Brennan. They explore her childhood, relationships with men, and societal expectations in a candid and insightful conversation.

Neal Brennan interviews actor David Alan Grier about feeling lonely, perseverance, upbringing, 'In Living Color,' 'The Carmichael Show,' wanting more, and acting philosophy.

Neal Brennan interviews Bill Burr about loneliness, anger, tech bros, hope for kids, comedy scene changes, and post traumatic growth. They also discuss hair metal vs. grunge, parenting, relationships, shrooms, and old jobs.

Neal Brennan interviews Kyle Kinane ('Dirt Nap' on 800 Pound Gorilla) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.Watch Kyle Kinane 'Dirt Nap': https://800poundgorillamedia.com/products/kyle-kinane-dirt-nap---------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️Email “NealBrennanBlocks@Gmail.com” to have your question answered on a future episode. ----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro1:02 Neal/Kyle Similarities 5:18 What It’s Like to Be Kyle Kinane7:08 Childhood / Parents13:37 Kyle’s Take on the World18:14 Judgmental: Rules For Thee But Not For Me 23:52 Sponsor: HelloTushy25:40 Sponsor: The Perfect Jean28:30 Karma & Catholicism41:54 Being Midwestern45:38 Sponsor: Mando47:50 Achieving Dreams----------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW & RATE Blocks:» Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blocks-w-neal-brennan/id1658660161» Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gx3bANm25DtKA3cnlBH1rhttps://nealbrennan.com for ticketsWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Neal's Instagram: https://instagram.com/nealbrennanNeal's Twitter: https://twitter.com/nealbrennanTheme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle--------------------------------------------------------https://www.HelloTushy.com/NEAL for 10% OFF your entire orderhttps://www.ThePerfectJean.nyc/NEAL15 for 15% OFF plus free shippinghttps://www.ShopMando.com use promo code: NEAL for $5 off Mando Starter Pack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neal Brennan interviews Trevor Wallace ('Pterodactyl' on Amazon, 'Stiff Socks' podcast, + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.---------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️Email “NealBrennanBlocks@Gmail.com” to have your question answered on a future episode. ----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro1:08 College & Starting Comedy7:10 Making Videos11:15 Social Media Algorithm24:55 Too Single?32:07 Working A Lot39:40 Lack of Rest 43:22 Working to Avoid Personal Life56:52 Confrontation1:05:25 Accepting Himself1:08:25 Upside----------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW & RATE Blocks:» Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blocks-w-neal-brennan/id1658660161» Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gx3bANm25DtKA3cnlBH1rhttps://nealbrennan.com for ticketsWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Neal's Instagram: https://instagram.com/nealbrennanNeal's Twitter: https://twitter.com/nealbrennanTheme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle#standup #podcast #comedy #mentalhealth #standupcomedian --------------------------------------------------------https://www.Babbel.com/BLOCKS for 55% OFF your first monthhttps://www.MeUndies.com/NEAL for 20% OFF plus free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices