BS with Brian Simpson

Comedian and podcaster Brian Simpson returns with another hilarious and thought-provoking episode of BS with Brian Simpson.This episode dives deep into modern relationships, loneliness, AI culture, social media, comedy, and the strange direction technology is heading. Brian reacts to listener emails, talks about dating dynamics, discusses AI companions and chatbot culture, and shares his honest thoughts on how people are navigating connection in the modern world.0:00 – Ron Taylor Wins Big 2:50 – The Reality of Comedy Culture 3:25 – Relationship Advice From Tokyo 5:45 – Dating, Marriage & Commitment 9:30 – Favorite Kill Tony Moment 11:00 – Dolphins Acting Strange? 14:40 – Animals, Intelligence & Getting Bored 17:00 – AI Companions & Emotional Dependency 20:50 – Why AI Feels So Weird 24:10 – Loneliness in the Modern World 27:50 – AI Relationships Are Already Here 31:00 – Is AI Becoming Self-Aware? 35:00 – Military Tech & Artificial Intelligence 38:15 – China’s Growing Tech Advantage 42:00 – Why Politics Feels Broken 47:00 – The Problem With Modern Leadership 50:50 – 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 on BS with Brian Simpson, Brian is back off the road and diving into real-life questions, everyday situations, and honest advice you won’t hear anywhere else.From navigating modern life to breaking down social habits and relationships, this episode covers everything from dating confidence to everyday interactions, plus thoughtful conversations on work, ambition, and personal growth.Brian answers listener questions, shares stories from the road, and gives his unfiltered perspective on situations people deal with every day. If you’re looking for real talk, humor, and practical advice, this episode delivers.00:00 Welcome Back + Tour Updates 01:15 Funny Culture Observations 03:30 Street Interactions & Real Talk 07:00 Everyday Hustles & Reality Checks 10:30 Why People Miss Opportunities 12:10 Listener Question: Big World Concerns 16:30 Social Media & Information Overload 18:40 Viral Story Breakdown 20:00 Gaming & Dream Game Ideas 24:00 Advice: Getting Your Work Seen 30:00 How the Industry Really Works 33:00 Dating Advice: Shoot Your Shot 36:00 Confidence vs Overthinking 39:00 What Makes People Attractive 42:00 Listener Follow-Ups & Life Tips 45:00 Big Life Questions & Perspective 50:00 History, Lessons & Reality 53:00 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 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