

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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Jan 11, 2024 • 1h 9min
Gabriel Iglesias
Neal Brennan interviews Gabriel Iglesias ('Stadium Fluffy' on Netflix) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro4:40 Upbringing11:44 Managing Expectations21:17 Losing Relationships32:24 Simple Pleasures39:50 The Past55:30 Therapy and Drinking1:02:24 Upside----------------------------------------------------------https://nealbrennan.com for ticketsWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle ----------------------------------------------------------Sponsors:https://hellofresh.com/nealfree & promo code: "nealfree" for free breakfast for life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jan 4, 2024 • 1h 14min
Jimmy Carr
Jimmy Carr, comedian and host of The Blocks Podcast, discusses feeling lonely, relationships, learning disabilities, panic attacks, workaholism, and personal growth with host Neal Brennan.

Dec 28, 2023 • 1h 14min
Lil Rel Howery
Neal Brennan interviews Lil Rel Howery (Standup specials, ‘Vacation Friends 1&2,’ Get Out,’ ‘The Carmichael Show,’ + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro5:18 Quitting Drinking for A Year8:35 Fatherhood9:40 Getting engaged at a Beyoncé concert15:00 Panic Attacks26:15 Fiancé28:20 God31:20 Therapy44:46 How He’s Grown As A Partner59:50 Getting Stable1:04:00 What He’s Done1:08:03 Dream For Himself----------------------------------------------------------https://nealbrennan.com for ticketsWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle----------------------------------------------------------Sponsors:Http://BetterHelp.com/NEAL for 10% off your first monthGametime App Code: BLOCKS for $20 OFF your first purchaseHttp://DrSquatch.com/NEAL for 3 free bar soaps + free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 21, 2023 • 1h 8min
Gary Owen
Neal Brennan interviews Gary Owen ('Think Like A Man,' 'Ride Along,' 'Comic View,' & more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro2:52 Angry At Biological Father55:12 Anxiety57:44 Reflection1:02:35 Improvement----------------------------------------------------------https://nealbrennan.com for ticketsWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle----------------------------------------------------------Sponsors:GameTime App Code: BLOCKS for $20 off your first purchaseHttp://www.DrSquatch.com/NEAL for 3 free bar soaps plus free shippingHttp://www.RocketMoney.com/NEAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 14, 2023 • 1h 37min
Jim Jefferies
Neal Brennan interviews Jim Jefferies (Top 15 all-time standup comic, 'High & Dry' + multiple specials, 'The 1% Club,' 'Legit,' 'The Jim Jefferies Show') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro3:10 Uncoordinated 21:04 Piggery32:15 Abusive Mother44:18 Sensitive1:26:13 Imposter Syndrome1:31:02 Upside----------------------------------------------------------https://nealbrennan.com for ticketsWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle----------------------------------------------------------Sponsors:GameTime App Code: BLOCKS for $20 off your first purchaseMintMobile.com/NEAL for $15/month plus free shippingMeUndies.com/NEAL for 25% off plus free shippingDrSquatch.com/NEAL for 3 free bar soaps plus free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 7, 2023 • 1h 20min
Kathy Griffin
Neal Brennan interviews Kathy Griffin (Guinness World Record holder for TV specials, My Life on the D-List + more) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks.----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Getting Canceled 2:32 People Still Thinking She’s Canceled21:03 Voice / Lung Cancer27:56 PTSD52:04 MAGA Hecklers58:52 What She’d Say To Trump1:07:15 Family & Relationships1:16:13 What She’s Done / Upside----------------------------------------------------------https://nealbrennan.com for tickets Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle----------------------------------------------------------Sponsors:GameTime App Code: BLOCKS for $20 off your first purchaseDrSquatch.com/NEAL for 3 free soaps + free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 30, 2023 • 1h 9min
"Weird Al" Yankovic
Neal Brennan interviews "Weird Al" Yankovic about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro2:02 How He Got On8:20 Imposter Syndrome 32:07 General Social Awkwardness 37:45 Fear of Confrontation 49:26 Pressure to Make A Comeback / Stay Relevant 56:45 Dread of Mortality 59:56 What He’s Done 1:00:09 Hoarder 1:06:30 saying yes1:08:01 Goals----------------------------------------------------------https://nealbrennan.com for tickets Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle----------------------------------------------------------Sponsors:GameTime App Code: BLOCKS for $20 off your first purchaseBabbel.com/BLOCKS for 55% off your subscriptionShipstation.com Promo Code: NEAL for a FREE 60-day trialMarineLayer.com/Neal15 for 15% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 23, 2023 • 1h 8min
Todd Barry
Neal Brennan interviews Todd Barry, a comedian discussing his experiences with loneliness and overcoming obstacles. They talk about misophonia, fear of lightning/storms, hoarding, diet, ADHD, OCD, ruminating, and more.

Nov 16, 2023 • 1h 36min
Jo Koy
Neal Brennan interviews Jo Koy, comedian known for his Netflix specials, about his experience with mental illness, family background, and the challenges of pursuing a career in comedy. They also touch on personal preferences, vices, and the power of comedy as an escape. From sleep apnea and clothes patterns to addictive shopping and financial habits, they discuss a variety of interesting topics in this entertaining podcast.

Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 40min
Carrot Top
"Carrot Top" is an entertaining podcast where Neal Brennan interviews Carrot Top, a prop comic who performs in Vegas. They discuss Carrot Top's journey in comedy, personal rejection, the challenges of dating, the influence of comedic geniuses, and the impact of COVID-19 on their mental health. They also share funny encounters with Gallagher and Don Rickles. Listen to this episode to get a glimpse into Carrot Top's life and career as a comedian.