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Blocks: I Wish I Knew w/ Neal Brennan

Neal Brennan
Mental Health
Comedy
Parenting
Stand-Up Comedy
Relationships
Therapy
Family Dynamics
Addiction
Personal Growth
Creativity
Marriage
Neal Brennan
Sobriety
Social Media
Music
Anxiety
Katey Sagal
ADHD
Isolation
Shame

Comedian Neal Brennan interviews people about the things they wished they'd realized sooner in life.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes155Founded4 years ago
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ComedyHealth & FitnessMental Health

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Latest Episodes

LL Cool J joins Neal Brennan to talk about what he wishes he knew sooner: knowing his value, learning how to lead, and being a better friend.

They get into growing up in Queens, the family lessons that shaped him, getting his start in hip-hop in the... more

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Mark Normand returns to Blocks with Neal Brennan to talk about what he wishes he knew sooner: how much time a phone can steal, why trying so hard to be the funny guy can backfire, and why getting older doesn’t automatically make you feel like an adul... more

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Dan Soder returns to kick off the new I Wish I Knew premise on Blocks: the things people wish they'd figured out sooner.Dan gets into why being funny matters more for men than having abs, how cutting out industry middlemen is the best path to creativ... more

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In this episode of Blocks, Neal Brennan sits down with comedian Gianmarco Soresi to discuss the unconventional path that led him to standup. They dive into his childhood experiences with divorce, his short-lived dreams of becoming a professional sing... more

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Recent Guests

LL Cool J
Hip-hop icon and actor, invited guest
Episode: LL Cool J: I Wish I Knew
Mark Normand
Comedian
Netflix specials, Comedy Central
Episode: Mark Normand: I Wish I Knew
Dan Soder
Comedian and actor, discussed as the guest for this episode
Episode: Dan Soder: I Wish I Knew
Gianmarco Soresi
Comedian and actor featured on the episode as the guest
Episode: Gianmarco Soresi
Daniel Sloss
Comedian and guest discussing blocks, anxiety, addiction, and personal life
Self-employed/Comedian
Episode: Daniel Sloss
Craig Ferguson
Former Late Show host and actor
Television industry
Episode: Craig Ferguson
Rory Scovel
Actor/comedian guest on the episode
Episode: Rory Scovel
Arthur Brooks
Happiness researcher, professor, author (The Meaning of Your Life; From Strength to Strength)
Bentley University / University affiliations mentioned
Episode: Happiness Expert Dr. Arthur C. Brooks
Jordan Jensen
Comedian and Netflix special Take Me With You performer
Episode: Jordan Jensen

Host

Neal Brennan
Host of the show; interviewer

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • Love the new format

    Brilliant move by Neal to figure out a way to have repeat visits from some of the best guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listening in the DMV
    United States19 days ago
  • Mark Normand

    MN is one of the multiple comedians that is so thirsty for approval that he makes it close to unlistenable when he is on a pod. Recognize your success and appreciate the fact that you have an audience. Stop complaining about everything. Embrace your success and stop with the “poor me” mentality. I haven’t made it past the halfway point in any of his pods or specials. It’s so incredibly tiresome. Ughhh.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    unruly95
    United States25 days ago
  • The Best Podcast

    I’m new to podcasts this year and found Blocks. It is by far my favorite podcast I just wish there were more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Why More
    United Statesa month ago
  • Stop the Yelling Sound

    Like the pod and the interviews are interesting, but please stop with the sound effects. It went from a bell dinging to a loud yelling noise every few minutes?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    nicknametaken80
    United Statesa month ago
  • Sound effects too annoying

    Please get rid of all the dings/bells. They are so irritating and distracting. Really unnecessary too. Cheapens the podcast imo.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Lalaaa1919
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audio balance and sound design are frequently criticized, affecting listening experience.
Guests are consistently compelling; the host's interviewing style is polarizing but engaging.
Insightful conversations with strong guests and honest storytelling.
Listeners appreciate the authenticity and variety of perspectives, though production quirks remain a common refrain.
Some episodes are praised for depth and vulnerability, others criticized for interruptions or pacing.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#157
Netherlands/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#190
India/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#249
China/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Daniel Sloss
Q: What are your blocks and how did they shape your career and life?
The guest explains that his blocks include self-hatred, anxiety, and a drive for external validation. Therapy revealed the roots, and shifts in focus toward family and gratitude helped redefine his self-worth beyond stand-up.
Craig Ferguson
Q: How did your sobriety reshape your perspective on fame and career?
Sobriety broadened the lens beyond the spotlight; it allowed reflection on what truly matters, including family and storytelling, and reduced the need for external validation.
Josh Johnson
Q: What is the HBO hour?
The HBO hour is a timeless, broader, more universal set of material meant to connect with audiences on lasting themes, as opposed to the more topical weekly YouTube content.
Malcolm Gladwell
Q: What is your stance on the role of the journalist when it comes to quotes and context?
He believes in accurately representing people, acknowledges that missteps happen, and stresses the responsibility to readers to maintain transparency and context.
Malcolm Gladwell
Q: What makes a good interview in your view?
A good interview should allow guests to think clearly and digress naturally, with the interviewer offering freedom and time to explore, while guiding towards meaningful revelations.

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Recent guests on Blocks: I Wish I Knew include:

1. LL Cool J
2. Mark Normand
3. Dan Soder
4. Gianmarco Soresi
5. Daniel Sloss
6. Craig Ferguson
7. Rory Scovel
8. Arthur Brooks

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