BS with Brian Simpson

In this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian responds to listener emails and current stories while sharing honest, humorous perspective on everyday frustrations, creativity, games, work ethic, and modern life.Brian discusses everything from how people process stress and irritation, to why creativity takes discipline, to the difference between intentional challenge and unnecessary frustration in games and work. Along the way, he breaks down listener questions, reacts to unusual news stories, and reflects on how people navigate responsibility, ambition, and expectations in today’s world.00:00 – Welcome Back & Tour Updates02:10 – Dealing With Everyday Frustrations05:30 – Why Some Challenges Feel Rewarding09:10 – Games, Creativity, and Intentional Difficulty13:45 – Listener Email: Creative Discipline18:40 – Work Ethic and Long-Term Focus23:30 – Reacting to Unusual News Stories28:50 – Responsibility, Stress, and Perspective34:40 – How People Process Anger and Frustration39:55 – Finding Humor in Real Life45:10 – Final Listener Thoughts & Wrap-UpVOICEMAIL: Call 323-451-1980 to leave us a message. We'll listen to them all and play some of the good ones on the show.Follow Brian @BScomedianFind Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.comEmail the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.comIf you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to BSwithBrianSimpson@gmail.com with "music track" in the subject line.#briansimpson #bswithbriansimpson #standupcomedy #comedypodcast

Brian responds to real-world questions about navigating partnerships without resentment, making smart financial choices, choosing growth over comfort, and understanding when logic and emotion collide. From relationship dynamics to long-term thinking, this episode balances humor with thoughtful insight — without pretending there’s one right answer.00:00 – Welcome Back & Tour Updates02:10 – Why Boundaries Matter in Relationships05:00 – Logic vs. Emotion08:30 – Spending Money With Intention12:40 – When Compromise Becomes Resentment17:20 – Choosing Peace Over Being Right22:30 – Career Risk and Long-Term Thinking27:45 – Advice Without Pretending to Be an Expert33:10 – Navigating Modern Expectations38:40 – Growth, Accountability, and Self-Awareness43:50 – Final Thoughts & Listener TakeawaysVOICEMAIL: Call 323-451-1980 to leave us a message. We'll listen to them all and play some of the good ones on the show.Follow Brian @BScomedianFind Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.comEmail the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.comIf you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to BSwithBrianSimpson@gmail.com with "music track" in the subject line.#briansimpson #bswithbriansimpson #standupcomedy #comedypodcast

Brian dives into thoughtful listener emails covering relationships, personal responsibility, boundaries, anger, trust, and decision-making. With his signature honesty and humor, Brian breaks down why advice should never be treated as instruction — and why listening, context, and accountability matter more than quick answers.00:00 – Welcome Back & Live Show Updates02:05 – The Weight of Giving Advice04:15 – Honesty vs. Expertise07:30 – Why Listening Matters11:45 – Recognizing Fear and Pressure16:20 – Compassion Without Judgment20:45 – Processing Anger the Right Way26:10 – Boundaries, Responsibility, and Choice32:30 – Fans, Critics, and Engagement38:45 – Authenticity vs. Persona44:10 – Long-Term Thinking Over Short-Term Relief50:30 – Final Thoughts on Advice and AccountabilityVOICEMAIL: Call 323-451-1980 to leave us a message. We'll listen to them all and play some of the good ones on the show.Follow Brian @BScomedianFind Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.comEmail the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.comIf you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to BSwithBrianSimpson@gmail.com with "music track" in the subject line.#briansimpson #bswithbriansimpson #standupcomedy #comedypodcast

In episode 150, Brian responds to a wide range of listener emails covering relationships, personal growth, culture, technology, and modern dilemmas — all with honesty, humor, and clear perspective.00:00 – Welcome Back & Setting the Tone01:20 – A Listener Story That Sparks the Episode04:10 – Identity, Perspective & Humor07:45 – Relationship Advice & Hard Truths11:30 – Boundaries, Responsibility & Growth15:40 – When Advice Gets Complicated20:10 – Culture, Media & Accountability24:50 – Creativity, Entertainment & Enjoyment29:30 – Technology, AI & Modern Concerns34:10 – Final Thoughts & Closing PerspectiveVOICEMAIL: Call 323-451-1980 to leave us a message. We'll listen to them all and play some of the good ones on the show.Follow Brian @BScomedianFind Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.comEmail the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.comIf you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to BSwithBrianSimpson@gmail.com with "music track" in the subject line.#briansimpson #bswithbriansimpson #standupcomedy #comedypodcast

Welcome back to BS with Brian Simpson, where Brian breaks down listener emails, modern culture, and the everyday logic behind why life feels more frustrating than it used to. This week Brian reacts to a wide range of fan emails that spiral into bigger conversations about digital ownership, gaming culture, technology, relationships, parenting, and personal responsibility. From frustrations with modern companies to why people avoid accountability, this episode blends humor with sharp, honest perspective.00:00 – Welcome Back & Modern Life Reality Check01:15 – Digital vs Physical Games Explained04:00 – Why Ownership Doesn’t Feel Real Anymore06:45 – Gaming, Consoles, and What People Actually Use09:30 – Listener Advice: Attraction & Shared Living14:30 – Why Dating a Roommate Gets Complicated Fast19:00 – Emotional Reality vs Expectations23:30 – Culture, Accountability, and Responsibility27:00 – How Past Generations Imagined the Future31:00 – Technology, Privacy, and Social Change38:45 – AI, Parenting, and Responsibility45:30 – Final Thoughts & Tour DatesVOICEMAIL: Call 323-451-1980 to leave us a message. We'll listen to them all and play some of the good ones on the show.Follow Brian @BScomedianFind Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.comEmail the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.comIf you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to BSwithBrianSimpson@gmail.com with "music track" in the subject line.#briansimpson #bswithbriansimpson #standupcomedy #comedypodcast

This week, Brian breaks down a long-running listener story involving missed timing, emotional attachment, and the hard truth about knowing when to walk away. From unspoken feelings to complicated living situations, Brian offers honest insight on why clarity matters more than comfort.00:00 – Welcome back & tour updates01:40 – Holiday thoughts and gift expectations03:10 – Why waiting to speak up changes everything05:00 – A long-term listener story begins07:45 – When feelings stay unspoken too long10:20 – Living close to someone you want13:10 – Emotional confusion vs real connection16:40 – Why some people choose chaos20:00 – The danger of “what if” thinking23:30 – Peace of mind as a life rule27:10 – Knowing when the door is closed30:00 – Advice for letting go cleanly33:30 – Why timing matters more than intention36:10 – Listener reactions & perspective checks39:40 – Final thoughts on growth and clarityVOICEMAIL: Call 323-451-1980 to leave us a message. We'll listen to them all and play some of the good ones on the show.Follow Brian @BScomedianFind Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.comEmail the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.comIf you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to BSwithBrianSimpson@gmail.com with "music track" in the subject line.#briansimpson #bswithbriansimpson #standupcomedy #comedypodcast