BS with Brian Simpson

In this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian dives into real-life advice, relationships, gaming culture, and the truth behind why people ask for advice in the first place.Are people really looking for guidance… or just validation?From deep conversations about relationships and communication to thoughts on the future of gaming and community, this episode blends humor with honest perspective. Brian also shares insights on personal growth, decision-making, and why understanding your own mindset is key to making better choices.00:00 – Welcome Back & Listener Advice 00:45 – The Truth About Asking for Advice 03:00 – Are You Looking for Answers… or Validation? 06:00 – How People Frame Their Own Stories 08:30 – AI, Journals & Always Being “Right” 11:00 – The Future of Gaming & Community 15:00 – Why Gaming Is About Connection 20:00 – When Money Changes the Experience 23:00 – Listener Update: Relationship Growth 27:00 – Communication Can Make or Break You 31:00 – Real Talk on Personal Responsibility 35:00 – When Communication Breaks Down 40:00 – Wild Story Reaction & Real Commentary 46:00 – When Public Behavior Goes Too Far 52:00 – Culture, Behavior & Perspective 56:00 – Why People Stay Stuck in Bad Patterns 1:00:00 – Final Thoughts & Life LessonsVOICEMAIL: 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 this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian breaks down one of the most surprising movies of the year and why it completely exceeded expectations. From storytelling and pacing to character development, this film delivered in a way most modern movies don’t.But that leads to a bigger conversation…Are movie theaters losing what made them great?Brian shares real experiences from a recent theater visit and dives into how changes in service, technology, and ownership are affecting the movie-going experience. From customer service shifts to new ordering systems, things aren’t quite what they used to be.00:00 – Unexpected Movie Review That Changed Everything 02:30 – Why This Film Actually Works 05:00 – Overrated vs Underrated Movies 08:00 – Movies You Have to REALLY Pay Attention To 11:00 – Why Watching Movies Alone Hits Different 13:00 – The Movie Theater Experience Is Changing 16:00 – What Happened to Great Customer Service? 20:00 – Are Companies Getting Worse Over Time? 24:00 – Listener Questions & Real-Life Advice 32:00 – Space Missions & Viral Internet Reactions 36:00 – Gaming Talk: Consoles, PC, and New Trends 44:00 – Wild Theories About Businesses 52:00 – Gaming Frustrations & Updates 59:00 – Final Thoughts + Tour AnnouncementsVOICEMAIL: 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 this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian dives into a mix of wild listener stories, real-life relationship drama, and thought-provoking conversations about the future.From complicated family dynamics to a bizarre camping experience that raises more questions than answers, this episode blends humor with honest perspective.00:00 – Intro & What’s Going On This Week 01:00 – Reflecting on Pop Culture Moments 02:30 – Listener Story: Family Tension Builds 06:00 – When Boundaries Get Crossed 09:30 – Letting Go of the “Perfect Family” Idea 11:00 – New Story: Camping Trip Setup 13:00 – Things Start Getting Strange 16:00 – The Situation Escalates 18:30 – Friendship vs Misunderstanding 21:00 – Should You Apologize or Move On? 23:00 – Big Question: Preparing for the Future 26:00 – Can Society Actually Plan Ahead? 29:00 – Why People Don’t Act Until It’s Too Late 32:00 – Space, Exploration & Big Ideas 35:00 – Final 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

In this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian reacts to some of the most bizarre and confusing real-world stories making the rounds right now.From unbelievable news headlines to questionable decision-making, this episode dives into the kind of stories that make you stop and think, “How is this even possible?”00:00 – Quick Intro & What’s Coming 01:00 – Listener Story: Scams & Wild Situations 03:30 – Should There Be More Accountability? 06:30 – The Story Everyone Is Talking About 10:00 – Breaking Down What Doesn’t Add Up 14:30 – Why Media Leaves Out Key Details 18:30 – The Questions No One Is Answering 22:00 – Another Viral Story Reaction 26:30 – Real Talk on Relationships & Society 30:00 – Internet Stories That Go Too Far 34:30 – Product Trends & What People Buy 38:00 – Why People Fall for Certain Marketing 41:00 – Final 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

In this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian dives into some of the most fascinating and surprising topics—from viral reality shows to real-world crime stories and the psychology behind risky decisions. This is a hot one.00:00 Intro + Tour Recap & Live Shows 01:30 Why Celebrity Culture Isn’t That Interesting 03:00 The Reality Show That Raises Big Questions 06:30 Why People Take Extreme Risks 10:00 Power, Authority & Real-Life Systems 14:00 Public Figures & Responsibility Discussion 17:00 Listener Email: Life Upgrades & Advice 19:00 Everyday Laws You Didn’t Know About 22:00 Gaming Talk: What’s Worth Your Time 25:00 Wild News Story Breakdown 28:00 The Most Impressive Heists Ever 34:00 Why Most People Get Caught 38:00 Discipline, Money & Human Nature 43:00 The Small Mistakes That Change Everything 47:00 Real Talk on Success & Friendships 50:30 Final Thoughts + OutroVOICEMAIL: 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 this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian dives into a wide range of topics including comedy culture, festival season in Austin, gaming debates, and real-life listener advice.Brian shares his thoughts on how creative festivals evolve over time, the challenges artists face in entertainment spaces, and why authenticity matters in comedy and creative communities.The episode also features listener emails covering friendship boundaries, relationships, and navigating disagreements with people you care about.Later in the episode, Brian talks about gaming culture, what makes a great video game experience, and why certain design choices matter to players.If you enjoy podcasts about comedy, culture, gaming, and honest conversations about life, this episode is for you.00:00 – Festival Season in Austin 02:00 – Why Festivals Change Over Time 06:00 – Comedy Culture & Authenticity 10:30 – Austin Traffic During Festivals 15:30 – Public Transportation Debate 20:00 – Wild News Story Breakdown 26:00 – Listener Email: Friendship Drama 34:30 – Setting Boundaries With Friends 41:00 – Advice on Communication in Relationships 47:00 – Relationship & Politics Debate 55:00 – Gaming Culture Rant 1:05:00 – Game Design Pet Peeves 1:15:00 – More Listener Questions 1:25:00 – Final ThoughtsVOICEMAIL: 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 this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian Simpson breaks down listener questions, unusual news stories, and everyday life decisions with his signature honest perspective.Brian discusses smart spending habits, why some things are worth investing in, and how small decisions can affect your long-term comfort and quality of life. He also reacts to bizarre headlines, internet rumors, and situations where people made extremely questionable choices.00:00 – Welcome Back & Tour Updates01:10 – Listener Question: Buying Furniture on a Budget04:30 – Why Mattresses Are Worth the Investment08:00 – The Difference Between Frugal and Cheap11:40 – Reacting to a Wild News Story About an Argument Over Food17:00 – How Small Decisions Can Change Lives22:30 – Austin Nightlife & Why Late Nights Get Risky28:30 – Internet Rumors and Viral Misinformation33:30 – When Online Stories Turn Out to Be Fake36:30 – Bizarre Crime Story: A Very Bad Plan40:30 – Why Bad Decisions Often Start Small42:10 – Final Thoughts & Listener 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 #standupcomedy #comedypodcast

In this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian breaks down celebrity headlines, relationship expectations, internet confession culture, and a difficult workplace dilemma — all with his signature honest perspective.00:00 – Welcome Back & What Counts as “Big News” Now02:15 – Celebrity Feuds & Why They Don’t Hit the Same07:00 – Childless vs Childfree: What’s the Difference?11:40 – Why You Can’t Change Someone in a Relationship18:00 – Reddit Confessions & Internet Stories23:30 – Should You Reveal a Secret That Could Change Everything?26:00 – The “Stinky Coworker” Workplace Dilemma31:00 – How to Address Hygiene Issues Professionally36:00 – Leverage, Power & Knowing Your Value at Work42:30 – Corporate vs Service Industry Work Culture45:00 – Tour Updates & Closing ThoughtsVOICEMAIL: 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 this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian Simpson shares honest, thoughtful perspective on Austin’s rapid growth, the evolution of comedy, originality in creative work, and listener questions about real-life situations.Brian discusses how cities change over time, the realities of modern creative careers, and why originality still matters in stand-up comedy. He also responds to listener emails covering relationships, decision-making, and unusual real-world situations—blending humor with grounded perspective.00:00 – Welcome Back & Show Updates01:15 – Listener Question: Austin’s Growth Explained04:30 – Why Cities Change Over Time07:05 – Comedy Originality and Creative Discipline11:00 – Internet Fame vs Real-World Skill15:45 – Listener Story: Relationship and Trust19:30 – Modern Media and Perspective24:15 – News Story Reaction: Lottery Controversy30:40 – Fairness, Luck, and Opportunity36:10 – Public Events and Media Decisions42:00 – Final Advice and Listener Questions52:10 – Closing ThoughtsVOICEMAIL: 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