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BS with Brian Simpson

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  • 147. Ep. 147: Mandatory DNA Testing at Birth? | BS with Brian Simpson

    01:05:46||Season 2, Ep. 147
    In this episode, Brian reacts to intense fan emails, ranging from chaotic relationship sagas to deeper conversations about power, mental health of veterans, risk-taking, ambition, and what happens when people reach the top and still feel empty.00:00 – Welcome back & upcoming shows01:10 – Why fan emails keep getting wilder03:45 – Corporate trust and why consumers feel trapped06:30 – When search, ads, and profit collide09:10 – Why big companies stop caring12:00 – A massive listener update begins15:20 – Trauma, survival, and being unheard19:40 – How systems fail people in crisis23:10 – Power, paranoia, and losing control27:00 – Why some stories sound unbelievable but aren’t31:15 – Brian breaks down hyper-vigilance35:40 – The long-term cost of untreated trauma39:30 – Relationship chaos and risky decisions43:50 – Why some people can’t stop pushing limits47:20 – Ambition, dominance, and needing the thrill51:00 – When success isn’t enough anymore54:40 – Risk as the last remaining emotion58:10 – Why consequences stop mattering01:01:30 – Final thoughts on power and restraintVOICEMAIL: 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

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  • 146. Ep. 146: We buying a cybertruck? | BS with Brian Simpson

    44:43||Season 2, Ep. 146
    In this episode of BS With Brian Simpson, Brian reads one of the longest, wildest, most chaotic listener emails ever sent to the show — a full saga of breakups, new relationships, jealousy, trust issues, mistakes, secrets, and self-reflection gone sideways.00:00 The Wildest Email Episode Begins01:57 “I Want a Cybertruck… Will People Judge Me?”06:10 A Massive Follow-Up Email From Episode 12407:49 The Chaotic Upstairs/Downstairs Living Situation10:14 New Girlfriend, Old Problems14:02 Where Everything Started Falling Apart15:28 The Phone Check That Exposed Everything16:33 Old Messages, Secrets & “Why Do You Still Have That?”21:51 The Final Straw That Ended the Engagement27:15 Brian’s Brutal Truth: “You Don’t Get Them Back.”32:14 IRS Agents Watching OnlyFans?!37:12 Brian Breaks Down Government Logic (or Lack Of)VOICEMAIL: 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
  • 145. Ep. 145: Harassed By Government | BS with Brian Simpson

    50:28||Season 2, Ep. 145
    From career struggles and health challenges to relationship drama, gaming culture, internet trends, and big-picture questions about AI — Brian breaks it all down with his signature mix of honesty, humor, and sharp insight.❗️ Chapters00:00 Brian Returns — The Email Episode Begins00:37 A Listener’s Life Falls Apart After a Health Diagnosis05:01 “Has This Held Me Back?” — A Brutally Honest Question07:40 When People Speak With Zero Facts10:58 The Wildest News Story Brian Has Ever Read15:12 A Disturbing Case That Shakes Brian20:14 The AI Breakdown Nobody Is Talking About27:24 A Marine Shares a Shocking Life Story31:29 “I Want Peace… But What Do I Do Now?”37:59 The Trap of Modern Creativity43:29 Why Everything Feels Unoriginal49:13 Closing Thoughts & Upcoming TourVOICEMAIL: 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
  • 144. Ep. 144: Affair with a Married Woman - Full Story | BS with Brian Simpson

    30:18||Season 2, Ep. 144
    This week Brian reads the final chapter of one of the craziest listener sagas ever submitted — a multi-episode relationship roller coaster involving secrecy, confusion, emotional chaos, and a shocking twist ending.❗️ Chapters00:00 – Welcome back & show updates00:24 – A different kind of episode begins01:00 – The return of a three-part listener saga02:10 – The original email recap03:30 – How it all started: a relationship gone sideways05:12 – The emotional trap explained06:40 – Why walking away is harder than it sounds08:20 – The moment everything unravels09:55 – A reality check in the car11:00 – Drawing boundaries that finally stick12:25 – The update that changes everything14:00 – The husband enters the story15:20 – The shocking phone call17:10 – Unexpected empathy and confusion18:30 – The truth about what happened next20:00 – Why some people never face consequences22:00 – “I’ve moved on” — the final word23:10 – Life update from Tokyo24:20 – Lessons learned the hard way26:00 – Brian’s final thoughts & positive endingVOICEMAIL: 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
  • 143. Ep. 143: Wild Fan Emails, Conspiracy Theories & Real-Life Chaos | BS with Brian Simpson

    01:10:15||Season 2, Ep. 143
    This week Brian dives into wild inbox confessions, surprising conspiracy thinking, real-talk about relationships, and the comedy behind the confusion of modern life.❗️ Chapters 00:00 – Weekend Recap & Tour Dates01:30 – What Brian Is Playing Right Now04:00 – The Game That Keeps Pulling Him Back In06:10 – Why Certain Games Have Everyone Hooked08:00 – Brian Talks About Conspiracy Mindsets10:45 – The Hidden Danger of “Harmless” Conspiracy Theories13:20 – What’s REALLY Going on With Certain Businesses15:40 – Why Private Equity Is Quietly Changing Everything18:30 – Housing, Costs, and the Austin Problem20:15 – Airline Chaos & The Truth About Budget Flights23:05 – Waffle House, FEMA & Disaster Reality Checks25:00 – Fan Email #1: PowerPoint Thanksgiving Update30:10 – Fan Email #2: Relationship Drama Abroad33:20 – Why Men Struggle With Heartbreak Differently37:00 – Modern Marriage, Money & Harsh Realities41:50 – Life Overseas vs. The American Dream45:20 – Brian’s Thoughts on Love vs. Logic48:00 – Tulsa Show Story: The Unexpected Situation52:30 – When Good Intentions Go Wrong56:10 – Brian Talks Instinct, Intuition & Life Choices59:00 – Closing Thoughts & Fan Follow-UpsVOICEMAIL: 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
  • 142. Ep. 142: Dating Apps and Email Updates | BS with Brian Simpson

    36:10||Season 2, Ep. 142
    In this episode, Brian reacts to a series of unbelievable relationship emails, breaks down dating dynamics, talks about traveling for shows, food recommendations, and gives grounded life insights you won’t hear anywhere else.If you enjoy episodes that mix real stories, authentic advice, and Brian’s signature take on life, hit that Subscribe button — it truly helps the show grow.00:00 – Welcome Back & On the Road Again 00:50 – Listener Email: “Maybe He’s Going Through Something” 03:00 – Relationship Challenges & Emotional Breaking Points 05:20 – Co-Parenting, Stability, and Real-Life Struggles 07:50 – A Mother’s Perspective on Trying to Improve 10:10 – Gaming Talk: Travel Tips & Battery Secrets 12:45 – Food on the Road: Chains vs Local Spots 15:20 – Why Word of Mouth Still Matters 18:05 – Restaurant Consistency & Travel Stories 21:40 – Listener Follow-Up: Setting Boundaries 24:20 – How Scams Hook People Emotionally 27:00 – Social Worker Weighs In on Relationship Styles 30:10 – Knowing Yourself Before Dating Others 32:20 – Dating Apps vs Meeting in Person 34:15 – The “Too Many Options” Problem 36:00 – The Math Behind Choosing a Partner 37:30 – Final Thoughts & How to Send Your EmailsVOICEMAIL: 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
  • 141. Ep. 141: The Dubai Affair | BS with Brian Simpson

    01:08:19||Season 1, Ep. 141
    In this episode, Brian shares updates from his comedy tour, answers wild listener emails, and dives deep into relationships, trust, heartbreak, and self-growth — all with his trademark blend of honesty and humor. If you’ve ever wondered how to bounce back from bad love, how to reconnect after isolation, or how to stop self-sabotaging — this one’s for you.00:00 – Welcome back from tour! 02:00 – Comedy, fans, and viral moments 06:15 – Advice Champ: Helping your partner make friends 14:30 – Relationship regret and emotional walls 21:40 – Learning from heartbreak 29:50 – The artist’s mind and mental health 36:00 – Wild listener email: The forbidden love triangle 48:20 – Can you fix betrayal once it happens? 55:00 – Life lessons from military service 01:03:40 – The truth about discipline, growth, and purpose 01:10:50 – Closing thoughts & gratitude to fansVOICEMAIL: 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.