BS with Brian Simpson

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Ep. 164: Goodbye NATO | BS with Brian Simpson Apr 28, 2026

Show notes

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 Up

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.

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Ep. 163: Creepy Teachers | BS with Brian Simpson Apr 22, 2026

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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 Lessons

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Ep. 162: Remember the Alamo (Drafthouse) | BS with Brian Simpson Apr 15, 2026

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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 Announcements

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 @BScomedian

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Ep. 161: Nice Try NASA | BS with Brian Simpson Apr 08, 2026

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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 Up

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 @BScomedian

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Ep. 160: Quadruple Amputee Killer | BS with Brian Simpson Mar 31, 2026

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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 Up

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 @BScomedian

Find Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.com

Email the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.com

If you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to BSwithBrianSimpson@gmail.com with "music track" in the subject line.

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Ep. 159: $30 Million Heist you've never heard of | BS with Brian Simpson Mar 24, 2026

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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 + Outro

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 @BScomedian

Find Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.com

Email the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.com

If you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to BSwithBrianSimpson@gmail.com with "music track" in the subject line.

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Ep. 158: SXSW Rant, Jonestown, and Unc Gamers | BS with Brian Simpson Mar 17, 2026

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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 Thoughts

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 @BScomedian

Find Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.com

Email the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.com

If 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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Ep. 157: Murdered his friend over french fries | BS with Brian Simpson Mar 10, 2026

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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 Updates

01:10 – Listener Question: Buying Furniture on a Budget

04:30 – Why Mattresses Are Worth the Investment

08:00 – The Difference Between Frugal and Cheap

11:40 – Reacting to a Wild News Story About an Argument Over Food

17:00 – How Small Decisions Can Change Lives

22:30 – Austin Nightlife & Why Late Nights Get Risky

28:30 – Internet Rumors and Viral Misinformation

33:30 – When Online Stories Turn Out to Be Fake

36:30 – Bizarre Crime Story: A Very Bad Plan

40:30 – Why Bad Decisions Often Start Small

42:10 – Final Thoughts & Listener Emails

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 @BScomedian

Find Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.com

Email the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.com

If 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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Ep. 156: Stalking your wife into marriage and nasty co-workers | BS with Brian Simpson Mar 03, 2026

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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” Now

02:15 – Celebrity Feuds & Why They Don’t Hit the Same

07:00 – Childless vs Childfree: What’s the Difference?

11:40 – Why You Can’t Change Someone in a Relationship

18:00 – Reddit Confessions & Internet Stories

23:30 – Should You Reveal a Secret That Could Change Everything?

26:00 – The “Stinky Coworker” Workplace Dilemma

31:00 – How to Address Hygiene Issues Professionally

36:00 – Leverage, Power & Knowing Your Value at Work

42:30 – Corporate vs Service Industry Work Culture

45:00 – Tour Updates & Closing Thoughts

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 @BScomedian

Find Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.com

Email the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.com

If 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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Ep. 155: Fake ultrasounds, Epstein rant, & BAFTA | BS with Brian Simpson Feb 24, 2026

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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 Updates

01:15 – Listener Question: Austin’s Growth Explained

04:30 – Why Cities Change Over Time

07:05 – Comedy Originality and Creative Discipline

11:00 – Internet Fame vs Real-World Skill

15:45 – Listener Story: Relationship and Trust

19:30 – Modern Media and Perspective

24:15 – News Story Reaction: Lottery Controversy

30:40 – Fairness, Luck, and Opportunity

36:10 – Public Events and Media Decisions

42:00 – Final Advice and Listener Questions

52:10 – Closing Thoughts