Neal Brennan interviews Fred Armisen (SNL, Portlandia, Documentary Now) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Fred's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 22:41 Relationships 26:50 Bands 42:35 Heights 49:59 Theater / Long Written Passages 57:08 Venues with the word comedy 1:05:05 Availability of Breakfast 1:12:55 Writing a full length movie 1:15:38 Closeness to ot...
Jul 06, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 29
Neal Brennan interviews Tom Papa (Breaking Bread w/ Tom Papa, We're All In This Together) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Tom's Blocks: 00:00 Intro/Book 16:49 Doesn’t Get Full 28:41 Lacks Sincerity 45:48 Stares at Things 49:13 Death Doesn’t Scare Him 1:01:37 Sees the Future 1:09:49 Movie Question --------------------------------------------...
Jun 29, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 28
Neal Brennan interviews Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age, Eagles of Death Metal) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 3:23 Crystal Meth 18:57 Managing Loss 29:38 Disbelief 45:11 Patience 48:54 Conflict 1:07:28 Addicted to Risk 1:12:56 Emotional Vulnerability 1:20:57 Anger Associated with Ostracization 1:35:44 Movie Question ------...
Jun 22, 2023•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 27
Neal Brennan interviews Jay Leno (Jay Leno's Garage + The Tonight Show + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 13:40 Workaholic 19:55 Money 39:34 Letterman / Late Night Wars 50:35 Relationships 59:54 Competitive 1:14:18 Movie Question ---------------------------------------------------------- https://nealbrennan.com for tickets ...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 26
Neal Brennan interviews Howie Mandel (Howie Mandel Does Stuff + America's Got Talent + much more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Howie's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 1:29 OCD 24:26 ADHD 30:57 FOMO 39:14 Comfort 54:57 Death 1:00:34 Distraction + Fear 1:28:02 Judgment 1:42:59 Can’t Relate To Any Movies ------------------------------------------------...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 25
Neal Brennan interviews Iliza Shlesinger (Iliza's Locals, Ask Iliza Anything, Good On Paper + more) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Iliza's blocks: 00:00 Intro 3:27 Requirement of vulnerability 23:31 Fiefdoms 42:08 Can’t Watch Projects She Didn’t Get 56:55 Food / Consumerism 1:15:50 What Makes Her Feel Lonely ------------------------------...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 24
Neal Brennan interviews Pete Holmes (You Made It Weird, Crashing) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Pete's blocks: 00:00 Intro 3:05 Wife Left 6:24 Good Boy 9:00 Behavioral Dysmorphia 25:21 Hates Dog 36:50 PTSD 1:04:35 Routine 1:13:00 Doesn't Like Music 1:15:23 Movie Question ---------------------------------------------------------- https://n...
May 25, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 23
Neal Brennan interviews Atsuko Okatsuka (The Intruder on HBO) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Atsuko Okatsuka's blocks: 00:00 Intro 5:50 Paranoid Schizophrenic Mother 27:47 Avoiding Confrontation 41:56 Recomposes Family 55:30 Unorganized & Late A Lot 1:00:35 General Sadness 1:03:36 Procrastinator 1:05:35 Can’t Watch or Listen to Sad Th...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 22
Neal Brennan interviews Marc Maron (WTF Podcast, Maron on IFC, HBO Special: From Bleak to Dark + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Marc's blocks: 00:00 Intro 15:03 Eating Disorder 23:08 Drugs 27:13 Relationships 36:34 Codependency 44:14 Death 1:01:55 Biopic Question ---------------------------------------------------------- https://neal...
May 11, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 21
Neal Brennan continues interviewing Sal Vulcano (Impractical Jokers) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Sal's blocks: 00:00 Intro 00:15 Afraid in Showers 4:00 Hotels 19:20 Death 47:30 Tags on Clothes 49:14 Sentimental Attachment to Inanimate Objects 56:43 Car 1:04:03 Perfume + Cologne 1:06:17 Movie Question ------------------------------------...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 20
Neal Brennan interviews Kenan Thompson (SNL, You Already Know podcast, All That + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Kenan's blocks: 00:00 Intro 17:13 Afraid of Bees 19:28 Diet 26:41 Co-parenting 29:58 Exercise 31:36 Driving Hard 38:08 Bites fingernails but clips toenails 41:04 Tosses & Turns in his sleep ----------------------------...
Apr 27, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 19
Neal Brennan interviews Hasan Minhaj (The Daily Show, Patriot Act, Homecoming King, King's Jester) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Hasan's blocks: 00:00 Intro 14:09 All In His Feelings 43:49 ADHD 49:52 Procrastination 55:26 Fear of Loved Ones Dying ---------------------------------------------------------- https://nealbrennan.com for ticket...
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 18
Neal Brennan interviews Sal Vulcano (Impractical Jokers) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Sal's blocks: 00:00 Intro + 9/11 11:02 OCD 17:00 Traffic 20:39 Sweat 24:35 Common Cold 28:36 Strong Winds 32:02 Bugs 38:01 Cats 40:15 Filth 42:50 ADHD 52:03 Crying ---------------------------------------------------------- https://nealbrennan.com for ti...
Apr 13, 2023•59 min•Ep. 17
Neal Brennan interviews Nick Kroll ('Big Mouth,' 'Kroll Show,' 'Oh Hello' + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Nick's blocks: 00:00 Intro 5:12 Relationships 10:19 Avoiding Confrontation 14:36 Work Confrontation 25:31 Partnership 41:20 Marriage 43:30 Bathroom Etiquette 47:47 Rage at Baby 58:34 Can't Control Eating / Sugar 1:04:47 Skin ---...
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 16
Neal Brennan interviews Sam Morril (We Might Be Drunk Podcast, Netflix special 'Same Time Tomorrow') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. -------------------------------------- Sam's blocks: 00:00 Intro 2:28 Biological Father 10:37 Can’t Take Time Off But Also Exhausted 22:13 Afraid Success Will Go Away 36:14 Alcohol 44:15 Ladies -------------------------------------- https://nealbrennan.com for tickets...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 15
Neal Brennan interviews Roy Wood Jr. (The Daily Show) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Roy's blocks: 6:12 Makes Self Small 9:24 Passivity 18:59 Fatherhood 20:57 Leadership 30:41 Fatherhood as it pertains to his perception of his father 50:59 Work 54:34 Doesn’t Celebrate 1:00:03 Half Ayahuasca 1:08:30 Three Standup Specials Left https://nealbrennan.com for tickets to Neal's tour Brand New Neal Watch ...
Mar 23, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 14
Neal Brennan interviews Mark Normand (We Might Be Drunk) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Mark's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 2:55 Married 7:56 Group Bombing 11:20 Strange Upbringing 18:57 OCD 20:48 Bedwetter 26:58 Drinking 27:23 Anxiety 34:21 Guilt 37:35 Alone 40:31 Dad 43:42 Hates Being Shown Things 46:05 Confrontation 50:10 Obligations 51:47 Sleeping Pills 59:48 Can't Think https://nealbrennan.com for tic...
Mar 16, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 13
Neal Brennan interviews Natasha Lyonne (Poker Face, Russian Doll, Orange is the New Black + much more) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. Natasha's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 03:17 Drugs 16:21 Aging 22:20 Work 43:24 Comparison 56:55 Hustler Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased). Edited by Will Hagle YouTube Subscribe: https:/...
Mar 09, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 12
Neal Brennan interviews Chris Distefano ('Speshy Weshy' on Netflix, Chrissy Chaos) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Chris's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 3:08 Issues 10:11 Insecurities in Men 26:15 Catholicism 37:57 Social Media/Women 54:05 Being Away from New York 1:01:03 Being Alone Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased). Edit...
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 11
Neal Brennan interviews Andrew Schulz (Flagrant, You People) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Andrew's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 00:41 Too Generous 4:47 Kindness 7:41 Parents 12:48 Success 16:43 Depression 20:05 Mom 27:45 Relationships 39:16 Wife 47:44 Bad Habits Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased). Edited by Will Hagle Y...
Feb 23, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 10
Neal Brennan interviews Charlamagne Tha God (The Breakfast Club) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Charlamagne's Blocks: 00:00 Intro/Mental Health 14:52 Imposter Syndrome 22:29 Father Issues 32:32 Social Media 41:17 Crowds 50:22 Boonky Nose 52:26 Small Talk 56:28 Sativa 57:38 Overcommitting 58:58 People Pleaser Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme music ...
Feb 16, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 9
Neal Brennan interviews Ronny Chieng (The Daily Show, Shang-Chi, Crazy Rich Asians, Netflix special 'Speakeasy,' + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Ronny's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 6:20 Deferential 7:19 客气 17:57 Holidays 27:16 TV Shows 31:48 Nicer to strangers 37:35 Hates Umbrellas 42:35 Hates Small Talk 44:25 Hates Pick Your Brains 47:55 Dad Died 1:00:31 Showers After Dump Watch Neal Brennan: Bloc...
Feb 09, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 8
Neal Brennan interviews Taylor Tomlinson (Netflix specials: Quarter-Life Crisis, Look At Me) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. Taylor's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 07:07 Mom Died 10:44 Hypervigilant 16:31 Success + Relationships 36:29 Children 39:10 Anxiety 41:07 Drinking 55:55 Bipolar II 59:46 Religion Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme music by Electric Gue...
Feb 02, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 7
Neal Brennan interviews Bobby Lee about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Bobby's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 01:32 Social Drowner 02:12 Sore Winner 07:15 Drugs 16:54 God 24:35 Alone 33:56 Not Good at Confrontation 47:22 Addicted to Tragedy Porn 52:45 Riddled with Fear 55:13 Thinks People Don't Like Him 1:04:30 Revenge Fantasies Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme so...
Jan 26, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 6
Neal Brennan interviews Andrew Santino about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Andrew's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 04:48 Anxiety 09:26 Space + Time 18:22 Drinking + Staying Healthy 25:08 Overworking 35:14 Far from Family 42:37 Friendship 55:52 Lack of Appreciation Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme song by Electric Guest (unreleased) Subscribe on YouTube: https://b...
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 5
Neal Brennan interviews Sebastian Maniscalco about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Sebastian's Blocks: 00:00 Intro 03:47 High Anxiety/Stress 11:46 Family 21:33 Scorsese 27:09 Overthinking 34:52 Hypersensitivity 36:29 Avoiding Confrontation 45:28 People Who Have Self-Portraits Of Themselves As Artwork In Their Homes 49:18 Oversharing 53:15 Death Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.c...
Jan 12, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 4
Neal Brennan interviews Nikki Glaser about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. Nikki's Blocks: Envy (3:28) Intimacy (38:55) Edging (40:54) Relationships (43:47) Oversharing (1:01:46) Not Normal (1:08:25) Not A Model (1:10:17) Can’t Watch Self (1:19:14) Not Reaching Potential (1:20:10) Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme song by Electric Guest (unreleased) Subs...
Dec 22, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 3
Neal Brennan interviews Bert Kreischer about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Bert's Blocks: Not Attractive (02:20) Competitive (06:24) Sensitivity (09:19) Insecurity (17:10) Death (43:46) Cynicism (53:03) Bert reacts to David Letterman voicemail (1:00:51) Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme song by Electric Guest (unreleased) Subscribe on YouTube: https://b...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 2
On the first episode of The Blocks Podcast, Neal Brennan interviews David Letterman. Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Music by Asa Taconne. Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2Lf6yvE Neal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nealbrennan Twitter: https://twitter.com/nealbrennan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 1
Based on his Netflix comedy special, "Blocks." Neal Brennan interviews friends and colleagues about the things that make them feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how they are persevering despite these blocks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 07, 2022•1 min
