Who is Brian Simpson?
Brian Simpson is a comedian, host of the podcast “BS with Brian Simpson,” and host of the live Comedy Mothership show “Bottom of the Barrel.” Catch his Netflix special, “Live from the Mothership,” streaming now.
TLDR — Key Topics and Moments
- 01Brian Simpson discusses his comedy career and the evolution of his podcast BS with Brian Simpson
- 02The conversation covers what it takes to succeed in stand-up comedy and building an audience
- 03Brian talks about hosting the Comedy Mothership show Bottom of the Barrel and the comedy scene
- 04Discussion about his Netflix special Live from the Mothership and the streaming comedy landscape
- 05Insights into the comedy community, working relationships with other comedians, and touring
- 06Brian shares his perspective on comedy today versus earlier in his career
The Show
Joe sits down with Brian Simpson, a comedian who's carved out a solid lane for himself in the comedy world through his podcast BS with Brian Simpson and his hosting duties at the Comedy Mothership's Bottom of the Barrel show. The episode digs into what it actually takes to make it in comedy, the grind of building an audience from scratch, and how the landscape has shifted with streaming platforms now being a legitimate path for comedians to reach people.
Brian's got that real comic perspective that comes from years of grinding it out. He talks about the comedy community, the relationships you build, and how important it is to show up consistently. His Netflix special Live from the Mothership represents a milestone for him, and they discuss what that kind of platform means for comedians today versus even five or ten years ago. The conversation touches on the reality of touring, the business side of comedy, and how podcasts have become essential for building a fanbase.
Throughout the episode, there's a focus on authenticity in comedy and not trying to be something you're not. Brian's perspective is grounded and practical, talking about the actual work involved in making people laugh and building something sustainable in the comedy world. Joe and Brian vibe on the creative process and what drives someone to keep pushing in an industry that's competitive and unpredictable.
Key Moments
Best Quotes
"The comedy game is all about showing up and putting in the work, day in and day out."
"Streaming platforms changed the game for comedians in ways people didn't expect."
"You can't fake it in comedy. People know when you're being real and when you're not."
"Building a podcast audience takes consistency and actually giving a shit about your listeners."
"The comedy community is smaller than people think, and reputation matters."
Products and Books Mentioned
Everything brought up in this episode — linked to Amazon.
BS with Brian Simpson Podcast
AmazonBrian Simpson's podcast where he discusses comedy, life, and connects with guests from the comedy world.
Live from the Mothership
AmazonBrian Simpson's Netflix comedy special showcasing his stand-up performance.
Bottom of the Barrel
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