Ep. 155: Fake ultrasounds, Epstein rant, & BAFTA | BS with Brian Simpson
From BS with Brian Simpson by Brian Simpson
February 24, 2026 · 49 min · Season 2 · Episode 155
About this episode
Brian Simpson discusses Austin's growth, comedy originality, and answers listener questions with humor and perspective.
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 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…
People in this episode
Host: Brian Simpson
Topics covered
- Austin's growth
- comedy originality
- listener questions
- modern media
- relationship advice
- creative careers
Keywords
- Austin
- comedy
- originality
- listener questions
- media
- relationships
- decision-making
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Places: Austin
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